An efficient dictionary refinement algorithm for multiple target counting and localization in wireless sensor networks by Baoming Sun, Yan Guo, Gengfa Fang, Eryk Dutkiewicz

“…Since the number of targets in the region of interest is limited, localization benefits from compressive sensing, sampling number can be greatly reduced. Despite many compressive sensing–based localization methods proposed, existing solutions are based on the assumption that all targets fall on a sampled and fixed grid, performing poorly when there are targets deviating from the grid. …”
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Assessment of Knowledge, Attitude, and Perception about Secondhand Smoking (SHS). A Questionnaire-based Survey by N Nagappan, T Manigandan, Sana Nabeel Gopalakrishnan Kalaiselvi, Indra Annamalai, K Vishnu Prasad, Ravikanth Manyam

“…Introduction: This study aimed to assess the knowledge, attitude, and perception about secondhand smoking among dental students. Materials and methods: The total sample size was 500 dental students. …”
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The Impact of Teachers' Perceptions and Readiness on Their Performance in the Implementation of the Independent Learning Curriculum by Mohammad Zaini

“…Research data was taken from 130 teachers who were the samples for this research using random sampling techniques. …”
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Bullying Behaviour Among Primary School Pupils by Sodeeq Ipadeola OLALEKAN, Habeeb Omoponle ADEWUYI

“…It was recommended that primary schools be designed to build a safer, more welcoming and open climate for every pupil. …”
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ANALISIS FAKTOR YANG MEMENGARUHI PETANI MEMILIH POLA TANAM UBI KAYU SERTA EFISIENSI TEKNIS DI KABUPATEN LAMPUNG TENGAH by Eka Monika Manihuruk, Harianto Harianto, Nunung Kusnadi

“…This study aims to analyze the factors that affect cassava farmers to choose cropping patterns and estimate technical efficiency in Lampung. Analytical methods used are binary logitto in 91 respondents with simple random sampling determine the factors that influence planting pattern and Data Envelopment analysis (DEA) to measure farmer efficiency level. …”
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Short-range order stabilizes a cubic iron alloy in Earth’s inner core by Zhi Li, Sandro Scandolo

“…Abstract Earth’s inner core consists of iron (Fe) alloyed with minor light elements, predominantly silicon (Si), yet the crystal structure and seismic velocities of Fe-Si alloys at inner-core conditions remain poorly constrained. Ab-initio methods struggle with the alloy’s vast configurational complexity, limiting reliable property predictions. …”
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Zoonotic Disease Risk Perception and Infection Control Practices amongst Veterinarians in Kerala, India by T. K. Mithun, S. S. Lal, K. Rajasekharan Nayar

“…This study evaluates the prevalence of zoonoses amongst Kerala veterinarians and explores infection control measures they use to protect themselves and the factors influencing their infection control practices. Materials and Methods: It is a quantitative cross-sectional study using proportionate sampling with a self-administered questionnaire. …”
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Unsupervised Anomaly Detection on Metal Surfaces Based on Frequency Domain Information Fusion by Wenfei Wu, Tao Tao, Jinsheng Xiao, Yichu Yao, Jianfeng Yang

“…Metal products are widely used in industrial manufacturing, and the quality of metal products is becoming more and more demanding. At present, although there are many methods for detecting defects on metal surfaces, there are still various limitations. …”
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Adolescent-friendly health services in Nepal: usage and key determinants by Sandip Pahari, Shiva Raj Acharya, Amritraj Pokhrel, Jagat Prasad Upadhyay, Sagar Parajuli, Muskan Pudasainee, Monika Koirala

“…Study participants were selected using simple random sampling and proportionate stratified sampling methods. …”
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The Contribution Of Universal Education Towards Girl Child Education: A Case Study Of Nyarubuye Sub-County Kisoro District. by Nizeyimana, Bakunzi Moses

“…The methodology of the study employed a descriptive research design, where the methods of data collection were put into action. The research used both qualitative and quantitative methods of data collection and analysis. …”
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ESTIMATING EARTHQUAKE MAGNITUDE USING SPATIAL INTERPOLATION WITH THE INVERSE DISTANCE WEIGHTING AND ORDINARY KRIGING APPROACH by Fitri Amalia, Achmad Fauzan

“…This research was conducted to find out a more precise spatial interpolation method in estimating the strength of the earthquake in West Java in 2022. …”
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Understanding cancer information-scanning behavior on WeChat among young Chinese adults: Applying a modified comprehensive model of information seeking by QianYing Ma, Jen-Sern Tham, Rosmiza Bidin, Sharifah Sofiah Syed Zainudin

“…Using convenience and snowball sampling methods, a total of 1484 valid responses were collected. …”
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Frequency-Dependent Acoustic Reflection for Soil Classification in a Controlled Aquatic Environment by Moshe Greenberg, Uri Kushnir, Vladimir Frid

“…Traditional classification methods, such as physical sampling and acoustic backscatter analysis, have inherent limitations, including spatial constraints and inconsistencies in distinguishing sediments with similar acoustic properties. …”
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Experiencias de mujeres auxiliares de ayuda a domicilio en el cuidado de personas con Alzheimer by María Asunción Martínez-de la Torre, María Dolores Ruíz-Fernández, Juan Diego Ramos-Pichardo, Miriam Sánchez-Alcón, Olivia Ibáñez-Masero, Ángela María Ortega-Galán

“…Giorgi's method was applied to analyze the experiences of 15 home care assistants who had cared for people with Alzheimer's disease for more than 1 year. …”
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Analyzing the Causes of the Failure of the Evaluation of the Implementation of Infrastructure Policies in Iran (Field of Research: Industrial Development Policies) by Mohammad Haghshenas Gorgabi, Davood Hosseinpour, Vajhollah Ghorbanizadeh, Ali Asghar Pourezzat

“…The study involved 48 experts with substantial experience in policy evaluation, selected through targeted and snowball sampling methods. These experts were drawn from four key groups: 1) regulatory organizations (evaluators), 2) universities and research institutes, 3) executive bodies, and 4) policy-making organizations. …”
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Robust quantum control using reinforcement learning from demonstration by Shengyong Li, Yidian Fan, Xiang Li, Xinhui Ruan, Qianchuan Zhao, Zhihui Peng, Re-Bing Wu, Jing Zhang, Pengtao Song

“…Thus, this method can effectively handle pulse shapes that are discretized into more than 1000 pieces without compromising final fidelity. …”
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Determinant factors for the occurrence of tuberculosis after initiation of antiretroviral treatment among adult patients living with HIV at Dessie Referral Hospital, South Wollo, N... by Mehd Abdu, Yeshimebet Ali, Samuel Anteneh, Mohammed Yesuf, Adane Birhanu, Salih Mohamed, Adem Hussien

“…Therefore, this study claimed to identify factors determining the occurrence of tuberculosis after initiation of antiretroviral therapy.<h4>Methods</h4>This study was conducted at Dessie Referral Hospital by using a case-control study design on a sample of 565 with a control: case ratio of 3:1. …”
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Integration of project based learning models with interactive multimedia: Innovative efforts to improve student breaststroke swimming skills by Mashud, Syamsul Arifin, Advendi Kristiyandaru, Y Touvan Juni Samodra, I Gusti Putu Ngurah Adi Santika, Didi Suryadi

“…The sampling technique used purposive sampling so that as many as 90 sports education students were sampled, namely 45 experimental groups and 45 control groups. …”
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Analysis of Scientific Production in Family Medicine in Mexico by Indira R. Mendiola-Pastrana, Eduardo López-Ortiz, Rubí G. Hernández-López, Luisa F. Romero-Henríquez, Rocío Dávila-Mendoza, Geovani López-Ortiz

“…In the evaluation of the original articles, more than 60% showed limitations that compromised their quality. …”
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Sensitivity of anti-filarial antibodies for lymphatic filariasis surveillance: Insights from a serological survey in Samoa in 2018. by Harriet L S Lawford, Benn Sartorius, Helen J Mayfield, Filipina Amosa-Lei Sam, Satupaitea Viali, Tito Kamu, Robert Thomsen, Colleen L Lau

“…This study aimed to investigate the sensitivity of anti-filarial Abs for detecting signals of LF transmission in Samoa by i) investigating the sensitivity and specificity of Ab to identify Ag-positives; ii) estimating the average number needed to test (NNTestav) to identify LF-seropositives (seropositive for Ag and/or any Ab), and iii) compare the efficiency of the different serological indicators by target age group and sampling design.<h4>Methods</h4>A community-based serological survey of participants aged ≥5 years was conducted 1.5-3.5 months following the first round of triple-drug mass drug administration in Samoa in 2018, covering 35 primary sampling units (PSUs) (30 randomly selected and five purposively selected 'suspected hotspots'). …”
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