A deep learning approach for white blood cells image generation and classification using SRGAN and VGG19 by Jannatul Ferdousi, Soyabul Islam Lincoln, Md. Khorshed Alom, Md. Foysal

“…A large dataset of 12,447 images containing four classes of WBCs (Eosinophil, Lymphocyte, Monocyte, and Neutrophil) is utilized to train and validate our proposed model. …”
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Modeling of the ORNL PCA Benchmark Using SCALE6.0 Hybrid Deterministic-Stochastic Methodology by Mario Matijević, Dubravko Pevec, Krešimir Trontl

“…The shielding analysis was performed using multigroup shielding library v7_200n47g derived from general purpose ENDF/B-VII.0 library. As a source of response functions for reaction rate calculations with MAVRIC we used international reactor dosimetry libraries (IRDF-2002 and IRDF-90.v2) and appropriate cross-sections from transport library v7_200n47g. …”
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Design and Implementation of an Integrated Underwater Wireless Optical Communication and Ranging System by WANG Jiale, ZHENG Kaiwen, LIAN Jie

“…【Conclusion】These findings indicate that the proposed OICAR system can realize efficient underwater communication and precise ranging functions in real time.…”
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Wastewater metagenomics in Africa: Opportunities and challenges. by Stephen Kanyerezi, Fatma Zahra Guerfali, Abbas Abel Anzaku, Oluwasegun Adesina Babaleye, Tracey Calvert-Joshua, Julien Alban Nguinkal, Oluwaseun Paul Amoo, Chiraz Atri, Waqasuddin Khan, Iqra Saleh, M Imran Nisar, Arthur Shem Kasambula, Koketso Morapedi, Gerald Mboowa

“…The advent of metagenomics has dramatically expanded our understanding of microbial communities, particularly through the study of wastewater, which serves as a rich source of microbial data. In Africa, wastewater metagenomics presents unparalleled opportunities for public health monitoring, antimicrobial resistance (AMR) tracking, and the discovery of new microbial species and functions. …”
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Identifying Public Transit Commuters Based on Both the Smartcard Data and Survey Data: A Case Study in Xiamen, China by Shichao Sun, Dongyuan Yang

“…Finally, the smartcard data were fused with bus location data to reveal the spatial distributions of the home and work locations of these public transit commuters, which could be utilized to improve public transit planning and operations.…”
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Enhanced high-sensitivity multi-layer neutron detector based on LiF:ZnS(Ag) scintillator by Ilan Cohen Zada, Alon Osovizky, Itzhak Orion

“…Abstract This study proposes a novel, highly sensitive neutron detector design utilizing a unique multi-layered configuration. Each layer consists of a LiF: ZnS(Ag) scintillator coupled with a transparent neutron moderator that also functions as a light guide for the Silicon Photomultiplier (SiPM) light sensor. …”
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Using the TSA-LSTM two-stage model to predict cancer incidence and mortality. by Rabnawaz Khan, Wang Jie

“…Factor analysis is possible because data sources indicate changing factors. TSA-LSTM Two-stage attention design a popular tool with advanced visualization functions, Tableau, simplifies this paper's study. …”
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COVID-19 vaccination and test management for healthcare workers—development, implementation and feasibility of a custom human resources information platform at a university hospita... by Matthias Bonigut, Ana Zhelyazkova, Mathias Weber, Stefanie Geiser-Metz, Markus Geis, Bernhard Heindl, Stephan Prückner

“…Simultaneously, the development of such platforms needs to be open to new cases, functions and sources, thus requiring a dynamic and agile environment.…”
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Study on the peak shaving operation of cascade hydropower stations based on the plant-wide optimal curve by Fengshuo Liu, Kui Huang, Xuanyu Shi, Longqing Zhao, Yangxin Yu, Xueshan Ai, Xiang Fu

“…This study proposes a novel method to enhance RES and hydropower utilization through: 1) Establishing a plant-wide optimal output-water level-outflow relationship curve based on the output-head-flow relationship and the flow-head loss and outflow-tailwater level relationship curves for each unit; 2) Developing a short-term peak shaving model for cascaded hydropower stations that incorporates wind and PV power which defines minimum coefficient of variation of residual load as objective functions, and improving discrete differential dynamic programming successive approximation (DDDPSA) method to solve it; 3) Analyzing the peak shaving capacity of the cascade hydropower station by varying water consumption for power generation. …”
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Techno-structural and 3-D geometric morphometric analysis applied for investigating the variability of Holocene unifacial tools in tropical Central Brazil. by Marina González-Varas, Antoine Lourdeau, Letícia Gonçalves, Rafael Lemos de Souza, Diego Teixeira Mendes, Tatyana Beltrão de Oliveira, Gustavo Furlaneto Silva, Hubert Forestier, Rolando Romero, Antonio Pérez-Balarezo

“…Lithic technology during this period was mainly marked by localized sourcing of raw materials, the use of multifunctional tools, a variety of projectile point designs, and the frequently utilization of unifacial shaping technology. …”
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Impacts of land use on soil carbon, nitrogen, and phosphorus in the Eastern Qilian Mountains. by Shizhen Xu, Chunli Wang, Junju Zhou, Haihua Shan, Bingxing Li, Wei Shi, Dongxia Zhang, Guofeng Zhu, Xuemei Yang, Wei Wei, Haiyan Ma

“…The dynamics and balance of soil carbon, nitrogen, and phosphorus significantly affect soil microbial activity and plants' nutrient absorption and utilization. Understanding how different land-use types and climate fluctuations influence soil carbon, nitrogen, and phosphorus forms the basis for regional land-use optimization, scientific management, and enhancement of ecosystem service functions.This paper continuously collected soil samples from forestland, grassland, and cropland in the Binggou River Basin on the northern slope of the eastern section of the Qilian Mountains during 2018-2019. …”
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Two kinds of Pyrus Ussurian pears pomace analysis of physicochemical properties and their effects on the production of ham sausage by YANG Xiaokuan, CHANG Xuedong

“…Thus, the addition of PUPP as a functional ingredient into meat products after processing, can not only solve the problem of pollution, but also achieve the reuse of dietary fiber resources.In order to improve the utilization rate of P. …”
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Identification and odor exposure regulation of odorant-binding proteins in Picromerus lewisi by Shan-Cheng Yi, Jia-Ling Yu, Sara Taha Abdelkhalek, Sara Taha Abdelkhalek, Zhi-Rong Sun, Man-Qun Wang

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Sustainable power solutions for next-generation medical devices by Ye Liang, Chi Zhang, Rubing Lin, Junqing Lin, Jishizhan Chen

“…Each technique is evaluated for its potential to provide a sustainable power source for IMDs and wearables, highlighting distinctive advantages such as dual functionality, enhanced penetration capabilities, access to inexhaustible energy reservoirs from bodily movements, and the biochemical conversion of glucose into electrical energy. …”
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Teredinibacter turnerae secretome highlights key enzymes for plant cell wall degradation by Lyle Ijssel P. De Guzman, Renato C. Carpina, Joan Catherine A. Chua, Eizadora T. Yu

“…Our results show that T. turnerae E7MBN exhibits minimal enzyme secretion across various carbon sources, where secretomes mostly display similar functional profiles. …”
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Involvement of Anion-Specific Effects in Changes in the Gelation and Thermodynamic Properties of Calcium Alginate Hydrogel by Yuqiao Wang, Lin Li, Jiacheng Liu, Jianan Yan, Ce Wang, Bin Lai, Yu Dong, Haitao Wu

“…This study highlights the importance of anion-specific effects on the properties of alginate hydrogels and provides insights into the utilization of these effects to fabricate functional hydrogels with variable properties.…”
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Encapsulation of protein-based bioactive from black soldier fly for ruminant feeding by Uswatun Muslykhah, Srisan Phupaboon, Chaichana Suriyapha, Maharach Matra, Metha Wanapat

“…The increasing global population and subsequent animal protein source demand necessitate the exploration of alternative feed sources for animal. …”
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Effect of Nrf2 Activators in Hepatitis B Virus-Infected Cells Under Oxidative Stress by Junsei Taira, Takuya Kubo, Hiroya Nagano, Ryuji Tsuda, Takayuki Ogi, Kenji Nakashima, Tetsuro Suzuki

“…This suggests that natural Nrf2 activators may play a significant role in the HBV infection and could be a valuable source for further development through the functional utilization of food resources.…”
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Structural Basis and Mechanism of a Unique Haemophore in the Haem‐Iron Acquisition by Riemerella anatipestifer by Mengying Wang, Dandan Zhang, Xiu Tian, Jiangyang Tong, Yizhou Yao, Mingshu Wang, Dekang Zhu, Renyong Jia, Shun Chen, Xinxin Zhao, Shaqiu Zhang, Juan Huang, Xumin Ou, Bin Tian, Di Sun, Yu He, Zhen Wu, Songying Ouyang, Mafeng Liu, Anchun Cheng

“…Abstract Several bacterial pathogens employ haemophores to scavenge haem from host haemoprotein to obtain an iron source. However, no homologues of well‐characterized haemophores are found in Riemerella anatipestifer, a bacterium belonging to the order Flavobacteriales that encodes haem uptake systems. …”
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Unemployment and the Migration of the Romanian Labour Force. Causes and Effects by Mirela Stoian, Georgiana-Raluca Lădaru, Florian Marin

“…The economic analysis of unemployment has been completed by the utilization of a multiple linear regression model. …”
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