Frequency-Aware Diffusion Model for Multi-Modal MRI Image Synthesis by Mingfeng Jiang, Peihang Jia, Xin Huang, Zihan Yuan, Dongsheng Ruan, Feng Liu, Ling Xia

“…While recent advances in diffusion models (DMs) show potential for high-quality image translation, existing methods still struggle to preserve fine structural details and ensure accurate image synthesis in medical imaging. …”
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A Comprehensive Review of Crop Chlorophyll Mapping Using Remote Sensing Approaches: Achievements, Limitations, and Future Perspectives by Xuan Li, Bingxue Zhu, Sijia Li, Lushi Liu, Kaishan Song, Jiping Liu

“…Combining physical models with data processing methods, such as artificial intelligence, can improve scalability, cost-effectiveness, and real-time monitoring capabilities.…”
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Antiparasitic and Antifungal Activities of Cetyl-Maritima, a New <i>N</i>-Cetyl-Modified Maritima Derivative by Ibrahim S. Al Nasr, Jingyi Ma, Tariq A. Khan, Waleed S. Koko, Imen Ben Abdelmalek, Rainer Schobert, Wendy van de Sande, Bernhard Biersack

“…Exemplarily, we synthetically optimized the fragrance 4-(4,8-dimethyl-3,7-nonadienyl)-pyridine, a.k.a. …”
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Interbrain synchronization in classroom during high-entropy music listening and meditation: a hyperscanning EEG study by Junling Gao, Hang Kin Leung, Kin Cheung (George) Lee, Chun Chi Poon, Gan Huang, Junhao Liao, Bonnie Wai Yan Wu, Thuan Quoc Thach, Rainbow Tin Hung Ho, Hin Hung Sik

“…IntroductionSocial interaction is a vital source of human development, yet neuroscientific research delineating its neural correlates in large groups is scarce. …”
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The therapeutic effect of antioxidant postbiotic cocktail in colitis mice: A promising approach to alleviate oxidative stress in two high-fat and normal-diet feeding mice by Niloofar Rezaie, Fahimeh Bagheri-Amiri, Shadi Aghamohammad, Shohreh Khatami, Malihe Talebi, Aria Sohrabi, Mohammad Reza Pourshafie, Mahdi Rohani

“…Therefore, in this study we aimed to assess the effectiveness of a novel postbiotic resulted from native probiotic Lactobacillus strains with robust antioxidant properties in ameliorating colitis in murine models fed with Normal-Diet or High Fat-Diet. Material and methods: Eighty-eight strains of Lactobacillus and Bifidobacterium sourced from human feces and milk were screened for antioxidant activity. …”
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SFD-YOLO: A novel framework for subsidence funnels detection in China based on large-scale SAR interferograms by Jing Guo, Zhengjia Zhang, Peifeng Ma, Mengmeng Wang, Xuefei Zhang, Dongdong Li, Bing Sui

“…Accurate identification of subsidence funnels is essential for assessing surface deformation in mining areas, preventing disasters, and optimizing resource management. However, recognizing subsidence funnels of varying sizes in large-scale interferograms poses significant challenges, particularly for small-sized funnels. …”
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Leveraging Large Language Models for Predicting Postoperative Acute Kidney Injury in Elderly Patients by Hanfei Zhu, Ruojiang Wang, Jiajie Qian, Yuhao Wu, Zhuqing Jin, Xishen Shan, Fuhai Ji, Zixuan Yuan, Tingrui Pan

“…LLMs, with extensive pretraining and text generation capabilities, offer a new solution. Methods: We applied prompt engineering and knowledge distillation based on instruction fine-tuning to optimize LLMs for AKI prediction. …”
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Recent advances in Polygonatum sibiricum polysaccharides: structural insights, bioactivities in Vitro and in Vivo, and therapeutic potential in human and animal models – A review by Mohamed E. Abd El-Hack, Hassan A. Rudayni, Ahmed K Aldhalmi, Abdullah S. Alawam, Ahmed A. Allam, Mohammad M.H. Khan, Asmaa F. Khafaga

“…Quantitative data from optimized conditions show PSP yields ranging from 4.4 % (hot water) to 29.7 % (NADES-based extraction). …”
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Scientific land greening under climate change: Theory, modeling, and challenges by Jia-Na Chen, Zai-Chun Zhu, Sen Cao, Peng-Jun Zhao, Pei Liu, Da-Jing Li, Wei-Min Wang, Yue Chen

“…This review underscored the importance of proactively implementing land greening programs and provided guidelines for scientific greening based on cutting-edge theory and methods.…”
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Child feces disposal practices in rural Orissa: a cross sectional study. by Fiona Majorin, Matthew C Freeman, Sharmani Barnard, Parimita Routray, Sophie Boisson, Thomas Clasen

“…While large-scale programs in some countries have increased latrine coverage, they sometimes fail to ensure optimal latrine use, including the safe disposal of child feces, a significant source of exposure to fecal pathogens. …”
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Arsenic, Cadmium, Lead, and Aluminium Concentrations in Human Milk at Early Stages of Lactation by Hai-Hsuan Chao, Chih-Hung Guo, Chung-Bin Huang, Pei-Chung Chen, Hsiu-Chuan Li, Der-Yun Hsiung, Yu-Kung Chou

“…Human milk is considered to be the best nutrition for all infants because it provides the optimal source of nutritional, immunological, developmental, psychological, economic, practical, and environmental benefits in both the short and long terms. …”
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Alactic base excess is not a sensitive or specific diagnostic tool for outcome in horses with colic by Corinne E. Crosby, Annette O’Connor, Amelia S. Munsterman

“…IntroductionColic is a significant source of morbidity and mortality in horses, and no single biomarker can distinguish surgical from medical colic or predict mortality. …”
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Effect of Capsular Tension Ring on Refractive and Morphological Outcomes in Pseudoexfoliative Eyes by Cunha B, Gil P, Rodrigues Alves N, Hipólito-Fernandes D, Maduro V, Feijão J, Alves N

“…Postoperative refractive PE was calculated using an optimized A-constant and the Kane formula.Results: A total of 25 eyes were included in each group. …”
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A longitudinal investigation of gut microbiota dynamics in laying hens from birth to egg-laying stages by Seojin Choi, Eun Bae Kim

“…Methods A total of 100 Hy-Line Brown laying hens were reared under controlled conditions, and feces and ileal contents were collected at three post-laying stages (151, 302, and 422 days). …”
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Evaluation of cholera surveillance system, Kumasi Metropolis, Ashanti Region, Ghana, 2020 by Belinda Nsiah Opoku, Ebenezer Kofi Mensah, Joseph Asamoah Frimpong, Delia Akosua Bandoh, Gyesi Razak Issahaku, Ernest Kenu

“…We evaluated the cholera surveillance system in Ghana’s second most populated city – Kumasi metropolis, to determine whether the system is meeting its objectives, and assessed its attributes and usefulness. Methods: We reviewed 2015-2019 cholera surveillance data sourced from health facilities and the health directorate of the Kumasi Metropolis. …”
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Microplastic contamination and growth pattern of oyster; Crassostrea gigas in a coastline by L. Kasmini, A.S. Batubara

“…BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES: Oysters (Crassostrea gigas) are one food source commonly consumed by the community and an important commodity with high economic value. …”
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Higher magnesium depletion score increases the risk of all‑cause and cardiovascular mortality in US adults with diabetes. by Hao Zhang, Liping Kuang, Qiang Wan

“…Early monitoring and management of MDS, as well as optimizing magnesium nutritional status, may benefit diabetic patients.…”
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Spatial Modeling of Yellowfin Tuna in the Banda Sea Based on Oceanographic Factors Using MaxEnt by Sunarwan Asuhadi, Mukti Zainuddin, Safruddin Safruddin, Musbir Musbir

“…Future research could enhance accuracy and robustness by using advanced methods like Spatial Maxent, Monte Carlo Variable Selection, or ensemble modeling to support adaptive fisheries management.…”
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Medical Health Hazards in the Production of Meat and Meat Products by Tsvetelina Vitkova, Vanya Boycheva (Birdanova), Rositsa Enikova

“…The purpose of this study is to assess and analyze the likely medical and health hazards arising from the production, supply and consumption of meat and meat products. Methods: The object of the study is an enterprise for the production of meat and meat products in the territory of the Pleven region. …”
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A novel hybrid cooling system for a Lithium-ion battery pack based on forced air and fins integrated with phase change material by Mohanad F. Hassan, Abdul Hadi N. Khalifa, Ahmed J. Hamad

“…Therefore, effective cooling methods and strong thermal management systems ensure their safety and optimal performance. …”
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