Utilization of Windu Shrimp Shell Waste from Malaka-NTT for Chitosan Synthesis: Characterization Study and Application Potential by Yohana Ivana Kedang, Ika Oktavianawati, Marselina Theresia Djue Tea

“…Chitosan characterization includes determining the degree of deacetylation (DD), determining functional groups using Fourier Transform Infra-Red (FTIR), and measuring crystallinity using X-ray diffraction (XRD). …”
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Distributed Decision Making for Electromagnetic Radiation Source Localization Using Multi-Agent Deep Reinforcement Learning by Jiteng Chen, Zehui Zhang, Dan Fan, Chaoqun Hou, Yue Zhang, Teng Hou, Xiangni Zou, Jun Zhao

“…The algorithm incorporates task-specific knowledge into the reward function design to guide UAVs in exploring abnormal radiation sources. …”
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Elastic Wave Phase Inversion in the Local-Scale Frequency–Wavenumber Domain with Marine Towed Simultaneous Sources by Shaobo Qu, Yong Hu, Xingguo Huang, Jingwei Fang, Zhihai Jiang

“…In our approach, we first employ a two-dimensional sliding window function to obtain local-scale seismic data. Following this, we utilize two-dimensional Fourier transforms to generate the local-scale frequency–wavenumber domain seismic data, constructing a corresponding elastic wave phase misfit. …”
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A fully encapsulated piezoelectric–triboelectric hybrid nanogenerator for energy harvesting from biomechanical and environmental sources by C. Y. Chen, C. Y. Tsai, M. H. Xu, C. T. Wu, C. Y. Huang, T. H. Lee, Y. K. Fuh

“…In the construction of piezoelectric nanogenerator (PENG), an in-situ poling near-field electrospinning (NFES) was utilized to direct-write piezoelectric polymeric nano/micro fibers (NMFs) polyvinylidene fluoride (PVDF) as the functional layer of piezoelectric nanogenerators. …”
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Cerebello‐Prefrontal Connectivity Underlying Cognitive Dysfunction in Spinocerebellar Ataxia Type 2 by Ami Kumar, Ruo‐Yah Lai, Zena Fadel, Yicheng Lin, Pia Parekh, Rachel Griep, Ming‐Kai Pan, Sheng‐Han Kuo

“…The constellation of cognitive symptoms due to cerebellar degeneration is named cerebellar cognitive affective syndrome (CCAS), which has increasingly been recognized to profoundly impact patients' quality of life; however, the brain circuits underlying these cognitive dysfunctions remain elusive. Methods We utilized a novel technique, cerebello‐cortical electroencephalogram (EEG), to investigate the resting‐state functional connectivity in different frequency domains in 12 SCA2 patients and 24 age‐matched controls. …”
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Fe(II)-loaded goat manure biochar efficiently activated peroxymonosulfate for tetracycline degradation in groundwater by Lianjie Fan, Lianjie Fan, Lianjie Fan, Qinglin Xie, Yanhong Li, Shengzhang Zou, Shengzhang Zou, Haiping Lu, Haiping Lu, Su Ling Li, Su Ling Li, Xiaoxiao Li

“…It is of practical significance that such wastes can be converted into functional materials to promote the resource utilization of waste and reduce the risk of antibiotic contamination. …”
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A novel speaker verification approach featuring multidomain acoustics based on the weighted city-block Minkowski distance by Khushboo Jha, Sumit Srivastava, Aruna Jain

“…Parameters are computed based on the confusion matrix, template matching distance functions, dynamic acoustic conditions, and additive white Gaussian noise. …”
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The effect of fuel prices on agri-food sector output in Ghana by Ramatu Ussif, Jamal Mohammed, Ussif Abdul-Aziz Sirin

“…Annual time-series secondary data spanning from 1980 to 2020 were utilized, sourced from the World Development Indicators and the US Energy Information Administration. …”
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A deep learning-based reconstruction model for 3D sound speed field combining underwater vertical information by Hongchen Li, Yuhang Liu, Ming Li, Penghao Wang, Yuhang Zhu, Kefeng Mao, Xi Chen

“…The model utilizes multi-source satellite remote sensing data and CMEMS temperature-salinity reanalysis data, simultaneously incorporating sea surface environmental factors (SST, SLA, and EKE) and underwater information (average density) as inputs. …”
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A new stochastic multi-objective model for the optimal management of a PV/wind integrated energy system with demand response, P2G, and energy storage devices by Hossein Faramarzi, Navid Ghaffarzadeh, Farhad Shahnia

“…The proposed method enhances flexibility and ultimately increases system stability while maintaining diversity in energy sources. Additionally, the utilization of equipment such as various storage devices and P2G enhances system resilience, reducing load fluctuations and improving resource utilization. …”
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Investigating hydrocarbon potential utilizing isopach maps in the paleo-environment of the external Fars region, Zagros fold-thrust belt by Mina Farzaneh, Zahra Maleki, Mehran Arian, Mohammad Ali Ganjavian, Pooria Kianoush

“…Notably, the findings reveal that the Nezamabad Fault functions as a significant basement fault, actively controlling hydrocarbon distribution during geological epochs. …”
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Recent advances on the recovery and high-value utilization of valuable metals from cathode materials of spent lithium-ion batteries by Yanrun MEI, Longmin LIU, Ran CHEN, Huijie HOU, Jingping HU, Jiakuan YANG

“…Lithium-ion batteries have emerged as primary power sources for mobile electronic devices and electric vehicles due to their distinctive advantages, including high energy density and extended cycle life. …”
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On Explainability of Reinforcement Learning-Based Machine Learning Agents Trained with Proximal Policy Optimization That Utilizes Visual Sensor Data by Tomasz Hachaj, Marcin Piekarczyk

“…We publish all source codes so our experiments can be reproduced.…”
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Characteristics and Source-specific Health Risks of Ambient PM2.5-bound PAHs in an Urban City of Northern Taiwan by Yu-Chieh Ting, Chun-Hung Ku, Yu-Xuan Zou, Kai-Hsien Chi, Jhy-Charm Soo, Chin-Yu Hsu, Yu-Cheng Chen

“…Fifteen PAHs in PM2.5 were analyzed via gas chromatography tandem mass spectrometry (GC/MS-MS). We utilized a positive matrix factorization (PMF) model, diagnostic ratios, and potential source contribution function (PSCF) to identify the origins of PM2.5-bound PAHs. …”
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RpiBeh offers a versatile open source solution for rodent behavior tracking and closed loop interventions by Yiqi Sun, Jie Zhang, Qianyun Wang, Jianguang Ni

“…Existing commercial systems are costly and inflexible for customization, while current open-source tools are often lack of real-time functionality and suffer from steep learning curve. …”
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Conversion of an FDM printer to direct ink write 3D bioprinter utilizing an efficient and cost-effective extrusion system by Y.  H. Dang, Elise Dauzat, Asif Istiak, Kevin Jackson, Victoria Songe, Luke West, Md Imrul Kayes, Md Saiful Islam, Tanvir R. Faisal

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Mechanistic insights into phosphorus transformation mediated by Arthrobacter and Sordariomycetes under long-term high-volume swine manure application in a wheat-rice rotation syste... by Chunlong Zhang, Chunlong Zhang, Shuang Zhang, Xiaoyan Tang, Bin Zhang, Dejun Liu, Zepeng Yang, Rong Huang, Yingjie Wu, Qi Tao, Youlin Luo, Changquan Wang, Bing Li

“…IntroductionUnderstanding the impacts of sustained high-input swine manure on soil phosphorus (P), along with identifying and functionally characterizing P-associated microorganisms, can provide a scientific foundation for effective management of soil P in relation to swine manure application. …”
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A Two-Step Method for Impact Source Localization in Operational Water Pipelines Using Distributed Acoustic Sensing by Haonan Wei, Yi Liu, Zejia Hao

“…STEE is introduced as a stable metric to quantify signal impulsiveness and guides the selection of the relevant intrinsic mode function. The second step utilizes the Pruned Exact Linear Time (PELT) algorithm for accurate signal segmentation, followed by an unsupervised learning method combining Dynamic Time Warping (DTW) and clustering to identify the impact segment and precisely pick the arrival time based on shape similarity, overcoming the limitations of traditional pickers under conditions of complex noise. …”
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Experimental Open-Source-Based Evaluation Platform for Highly Spectral-Efficient 5G With Simplified UTW-OFDM by Kazuki Takeda, Keiichi Mizutani, Hiroshi Harada

“…In this study, to tackle this issue, we propose and develop an experimental 5G full-stack evaluation platform that implements a waveform-shaping function for OFDM signals. The platform utilizes software-defined radio and open-source 5G software compliant with third-generation Partnership Project standards. …”
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Multiomic Analysis Provided Insights into the Responses of Carbon Sources by Wood-Rotting Fungi <i>Daldinia carpinicola</i> by Peng Yang, Xingchi Ma, Yu Zhang, Yanan Sun, Hao Yu, Jiandong Han, Meng Ma, Luzhang Wan, Fansheng Cheng

“…Based on transcriptome and metabolomic analyses, <i>D. carpinicola</i> showed a greater ability to utilize sucrose over sawdust as a carbon source, enhancing its growth by activating glycolysis/gluconeogenesis and the citrate cycle. …”
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