Serial casting for contractures in SMA: consensus derived guidelines for treatment by Laurey Brown, Katie Hoffman, Chiara Corbo-Galli, Carolyn Kelley, Terri Carry, Matt Civitello, Giorgia Coratti, Roberto DeSanctis, Tina Duong, Brigid Driscoll, Jean Flickinger, Allan M. Glanzman, Jennifer Jones, Elizabeth Maczek, Dionne Moat, Jacqueline Montes, Robert Muni-Lofra, Leslie Nelson, Leslie Nelson, Amy Pasternak, Melanie Valle, Kristin J. Krosschell, Kristin J. Krosschell

“…Serial casting has been used in a variety of other peripheral nerve, muscle, and central nervous system disorders to improve knee and ankle range of motion limitations and functional performance in both ambulatory and non-ambulatory individuals.ObjectiveThe goal of this study was to reach a consensus about the parameters, considerations and general guidelines that should inform practice when serial casting to improve flexibility in individuals with SMA.MethodsThis international effort was conducted between August 2020 and May 2023. …”
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Optimization of Adaptive I²H ∞ Control Method Based on Multiple Input Sensors by Yu Gu, Hanyang Li, Zeting Mei, Hao Wen, Yuanxiong Jin, Wenxuan Dong

“…The core contributions of this study include: 1) Designing a multi-sensor current reference estimator to dynamically generate the optimal electromagnetic torque through state variables such as wheel speed, acceleration, slope, and human factor database (heart rate, subjective score, fatigue index) to achieve real-time prediction of rider demand; 2) Proposing an adaptive current reference value estimation algorithm that integrates feedforward compensation and error feedback to ensure smooth switching of assistance modes and suppress sensor noise; 3) Developing an intention-induced H<inline-formula> <tex-math notation="LaTeX">$\infty $ </tex-math></inline-formula> robust current tracking controller that significantly enhances the system&#x2019;s robustness to parameter fluctuations and external disturbances by optimizing the H<inline-formula> <tex-math notation="LaTeX">$\infty $ </tex-math></inline-formula> norm of the closed-loop transfer function, while supporting personalized riding assistance.…”
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Research on Stacking Distribution of Steel Plates Input Based on Improved Multi-objective Particle Swarm Optimization by ZHONG Chuanjie, CHENG Wenming, DU Run, GAO Xuchao, ZHANG Lin

“…The algorithm adopted convergence and diversity of the solution as basic requirements and used the species clustering degree mechanism to monitor and adjust the algorithm's cognitive parameters and the evolution state of particles in real time. …”
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Optimizing the Construction Supply Chain Network Considering the Flow of Materials, Equipment, Manpower, Drawings and Technical Documents by Seyed Saeid Helli, Hadi Mokhtari, Saeed Dehnavi

“…Design/methodology/approach: An attempt has been made to develop an optimization model for the construction supply chain, considering all the important elements involved in the construction process, i.e. contractors, designers, suppliers of materials and construction materials, as well as three important and basic flows in the construction industry, i.e. the flow of manpower, the flow of equipment and machinery, and the flow of materials. All indices, parameters, decision variables, objective functions and constraints have been introduced and presented in the proposed model. …”
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A Poly(methacrolein-<i>co</i>-methacrylamide)-Based Template Anchoring Strategy for the Synthesis of Fluorescent Molecularly Imprinted Polymer Nanoparticles for Highly Selective Se... by Madhav Biyani, Mizuki Matsumoto, Yasuo Yoshimi

“…Neurotransmitters such as serotonin regulate key physiological and cognitive functions, yet real-time detection remains challenging due to the limitations of conventional techniques like amperometry and microdialysis. …”
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Clinical Analyses of Efficiency of Multicomponental, Vitreoretinal Surgery of Eye Trauma by A.-G. D. Aliev, A. A.-G. Aliev, A. B. Abdulaev, M. M. Nurudinov

“…The remaining patients had stable, positive dynamics of visual functions in the postoperative period.Conclusion: Surgery tactics for extensive eye injuries are individual, and the amount of intervention depends largely on the parameters of the traumatic agent, so planned surgery is preferable to emergency because it allows for detailed preoperative examination and to get valuable information about the condition of the eye. …”
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SIMULATION OF PERIPHERAL DEVICE SECURITY: IMPLEMENTATION AND PRACTICAL EVLUATION OF ADDRESS SPACES PROTECTION IN A TRUSTED MICROPROCESSOR EMULATOR by Mikael A. Kondakhchan, Nikita A. Grevtsev, Peter A. Chibisov

“…The methodology of instruction-level simulation offers unique opportunities for testing security algorithms, including comprehensive functionality verification, optimization of operational parameters, and analysis of cybersecurity mechanisms. …”
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No evidence of pathogenic involvement of cathelicidins in patient cohorts and mouse models of lupus and arthritis. by D Kienhöfer, J Hahn, I Schubert, C Reinwald, N Ipseiz, S C Lang, È Bosch Borràs, K Amann, C Sjöwall, A E Barron, A J Hueber, B Agerberth, G Schett, M H Hoffmann

“…The aim of this project was to examine the functional impact of the human cathelicidin LL-37 and the mouse cathelicidin-related AMP (CRAMP) on the pathogenesis of lupus and arthritis. …”
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Use of Wearable Sensors to Assess Fall Risk in Neurological Disorders: Systematic Review by Mirjam Bonanno, Augusto Ielo, Paolo De Pasquale, Antonio Celesti, Alessandro Marco De Nunzio, Angelo Quartarone, Rocco Salvatore Calabrò

“… BackgroundAssessing fall risk, especially in individuals with neurological disorders, is essential to prevent hospitalization, hypomobility, and reduced functional independence. Wearable sensors are increasingly used in neurorehabilitation, as they enable unsupervised fall risk assessment by providing continuous monitoring during daily functional tasks, thereby offering a reflection of the individual’s real-world fall risk. …”
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Optimizing additive manufacturing workflows using model-based systems engineering by Mohamed Amine Daoud, Khadija Bekkay Haouari, Meriem Hayani Mechkouri, Amine Ennawaoui, Hicham El hadraoui, Ilias Naser, Mustapha Ouardouz, Kamal Reklaoui

“…Future iterations of ASAM will incorporate advanced algorithms for real-time parameter optimization and predictive analytics. …”
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Clinical significance of expression of the marker of adaptation to hypoxia HIF-1α in pregnant women with initial forms of venous disease by E. Iu. Iupatov, L. I. Maltseva, T. P. Zefirova, R. S. Zamaleeva, I. M. Ignatiev, O. A. Kravtsova

“…Expression of the HIF-1á transcription factor at gestational age of 18–20 and 36 weeks was performed by using real-time polymerase chain reaction.Results. Altered functional state of the veins was found in all pregnant women from the main group, which was accompanied by formation of varying degree platelet sludge in the area of the venous valves in the majority of women, as well as signs of endothelial dysfunction and venous hypoxia highlighted with HIF1-á gene expression upregulated by 2.18-fold. …”
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Comparison of the Usefulness of SPE Cartridges for the Determination of β-Blockers and β-Agonists (Basic Drugs) in Environmental Aqueous Samples by Magda Caban, Piotr Stepnowski, Marek Kwiatkowski, Joanna Maszkowska, Marta Wagil, Jolanta Kumirska

“…However, it should be stressed out that the direct application of the tested SPE conditions for the analysis of real environmental water samples is not possible, and such parameters, like volume of loading sample, appropriate solvents for washing and elution steps, and so forth, must be optimized again in order to achieve satisfactory recovery values for the target compounds.…”
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Advances in Bioprocess Engineering for Optimising <i>Chlorella vulgaris</i> Fermentation: Biotechnological Innovations and Applications by Ana R. Mendes, Maria P. Spínola, Madalena Lordelo, José A. M. Prates

“…Used in nutraceuticals, pharmaceuticals, and functional foods, it is now gaining traction in cosmetics, biopharmaceuticals, and environmental applications. …”
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A geospatial approach-based assessment of soil erosion impacts on the dams silting in the semi-arid region by Omar Djoukbala, Salim Djerbouai, Saeed Alqadhi, Mahmoud Hasbaia, Oussama Benselama, Hazem Ghassan Abdo, Javed Mallick

“…Soil erosion significantly impacts dam functionality by leading to reservoir siltation, reducing capacity, and heightening flood risks. …”
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Numerical Investigation of Hydraulic Fracture Extension Based on the Meshless Method by Chaoneng Zhao, Yongquan Hu, Jinzhou Zhao, Qiang Wang, Pei He, Anbang Liu, Pengju Song

“…Due to the limitation of mesh refinement, it is difficult to obtain the real crack propagation path using conventional numerical methods. …”
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Designing a sustainable closed-loop supply chain using robust possibilistic-stochastic programming in pentagonal fuzzy numbers by Seyyed Jalaladdin Hosseini Dehshiri, Maghsoud Amiri, Mostafa Hajiaghaei-Keshteli, Mehdi Keshavarz-Ghorabaee, Edmundas Kazimieras Zavadskas, Jurgita Antuchevičienė

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SCS-Net: Stratified Compressive Sensing Network for Large-Scale Crowd Flow Prediction by Xiaoyong Tan, Kaiqi Chen, Min Deng, Baoju Liu, Zhiyuan Zhao, Youjun Tu, Sheng Wu

“…Most existing models overlook spatial heterogeneity, employing unified parameters to fit diverse crowd flow patterns across different spatial units, which limits their accuracy. …”
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Patent Overview of Innovative Hyaluronic Acid-Based Hydrogel Biosensors by Ahmed Fatimi, Fouad Damiri, Mohammed Berrada, Adina Magdalena Musuc

“…These hydrogels, functionalized with specific groups, exhibit sensitivity modulated by factors such as temperature, pH, and analyte concentration, allowing for a broad spectrum of applications. …”
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A Reliability Evaluation Methodology for X-in-the-Loop Simulation in Autonomous Vehicle Systems by Taeyoung Oh, Sungwoo Cho, Jinwoo Yoo

“…X-in-the-loop simulation (XILS) is a method to validate automated vehicle systems that combines several simulation techniques. XILS combines real hardware, software, and virtual models to test the functionality of autonomous driving systems. …”
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Performance evaluation and optimization of triple cascode operational transconductance amplifiers using GNRFET technology for low power smart devices by Faraz Hashmi, M Nizamuddin, Syed Umar Amin

“…Front-end circuits are crucial interfaces between digital electronics and real-world applications in Internet-of-Things (IoT) systems and portable smart devices, necessitating high-speed, energy-efficient, and compact designs. …”
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