Combining radio-telemetry and radar measurements to test optimal foraging in an aerial insectivore bird by Itai Bloch, David Troupin, Sivan Toledo, Ran Nathan, Nir Sapir

“…Optimal foraging theory posits that foragers adjust their movements based on prey abundance to optimize food intake. …”
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Impact of forced migration on the sustainable development of rural territories by V. Shcherbak, I. Brizgan, V. Chevhanova, L. Svistun, O. Hryhoryeva

“…The indicators of the second factor shows a positive impact and determines 15% of the dispersion. The use of game theory to identify conflicts of interest between refugees and host communities was justified. …”
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The Analysis of English Language Teaching of the Students with Intellectual Disabilities: A Review on the Program, English Course Book for 7th Graders, and the Teacher’s Guide by Ahmad Ramezani, Payvand Mihandoust

“…The strong points of the teachers’ guide were providing clear teaching guidelines, considering learning procedures based on recent researches and modern theories, presenting the objective of the course, and providing appropriate guidelines for evaluation. …”
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Entropy-Based Stochastic Optimization of Multi-Energy Systems in Gas-to-Methanol Processes Subject to Modeling Uncertainties by Xueteng Wang, Jiandong Wang, Mengyao Wei, Yang Yue

“…Second, Bayesian estimation theory and the Markov Chain Monte Carlo approach are employed to analyze the differences between historical data and model predictions under varying operating conditions, thereby quantifying modeling uncertainties. …”
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Numerical Simulation of Nanosilica Sol Grouting for Deep Tunnels Based on the Multifield Coupling Mechanism by Dongjiang Pan, Kairong Hong, Helin Fu, Zhiguo Li, Limeng Zhang, Gaoming Lu, Feixiang Sun, Shiyu Wen

“…The rationality of this model is verified by classical Newtonian fluid grouting theory. The main conclusions: with the molar concentration as the index, the grout range can be divided into the raw grout region and the transition region; with the decrease of the grouting pressure, the growth rate of the normal grouting radius and the axial grouting radius will gradually decrease; due to the mechanical dispersion and molecular diffusion, the range of the transition region will gradually increase with time. …”
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Parameter Optimization on the Three-Parameter Whitenization Grey Model and Its Application in Simulation and Prediction of Gross Enrollment Rate of Higher Education in China by Jihong Sun, Hui Li, Bo Zeng, Xiaoyun Zhao, Chuanhui Wang

“…The gray prediction model, based on the GM(1,1) method, is an important branch of gray theory with the most active research and the most fruitful results, and it is the most widely used because of its small sample size, simple modeling process, and easy to use. …”
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Food Safety Risk Communication between the Food Regulator and Consumer in China: An Evolutionary Game Perspective by Ying Zhu, May Chu, Xiaowei Wen, Yiqin Wang

“…Based on the evolutionary game theory, we achieved the evolutionary stable equilibrium points under complying different constraint conditions by solving the replicator dynamic equations of parties in the dynamic system. …”
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The Impact of Land Development Rights Transfer on Urban–Rural Spatial Justice: A Case Study of Chongqing’s Land Quota Trading by Siyi Wei, Jing Huang, Zhanlu Zhang

“…Spatial justice, as a fundamental value in social systems, plays a key role in achieving social justice and improving human well-being. Drawing on theories of spatial justice, property rights, and new institutional economics, this study explores the comprehensive impact of land development rights (LDR) transfer on urban–rural spatial economic, resources, social, and ecological equity from the perspective of urban–rural spatial justice. …”
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Attribution Identification of Runoff Changes Based on the Budyko Elasticity Coefficient Method: A Case Study of the Middle and Upper Reaches of the Jinghe River in the Yellow River... by Xueliang Wang, Haolin Li, Weidong Huang, Lemin Wei, Junfeng Liu, Rensheng Chen

“…The Sen’s slope estimator and the Mann–Kendall test (M–K test) are implemented to examine the spatial and temporal trends of the hydrological factors, while the elasticity coefficient method based on Budyko’s theory of hydrothermal coupling is employed to quantify the degree of runoff response to the various influencing factors, from 1971 to 2020. …”
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The application of mind mapping in the standardized education of inpatient physicians in nephrology by Yao Hu, Yuanbin Xiang, Min Lei, Yuxi Wu, Min Sun

“…Furthermore, the observation group achieved higher scores than the control group in the final theory exam, skill exam results, and satisfaction, with statistically significant differences (P < 0.05). …”
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Three-dimensional phase field simulation for rafting of multiparticle precipitate in elastic inhomogeneous alloy under external stress by Mao H., Kong Y., Shuai X., Tang S., Du Y.

“…The results show that the average particle size is linearly related to the evolution time and satisfies the Lifshitz-Slyozov-Wagner (LSW) classical coarsening theory when the external stress is not applied. Particles exhibit a strong special orientation under tensile stress, and the orientation is in excellent agreement with previous studies. …”
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Liquid–Solid Triboelectric Nanogenerator‐Based DNA Barcode Detection Biosensor for Species Identification by Wenlong Ma, Jiawei Li, Xiaolin Qu, Shao‘e Sun, Yanan Zhou, Yitong Liu, Peng Wang, Zhongli Sha

“…Through sequentially combining capture probe, targeted DNA barcode, and signal probe with Au nanoparticles (NPs), the surface charge density of friction layer of TENG decreases under the effect of AuNPs, verified by the density functional theory (DFT) method. Consequently, the peak value of output current spike signal for targeted DNA is smaller than that for other DNA, which is the working mechanism of the present TENG‐based biosensor. …”
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Etiopathogenesis and surgical treatment of epithelial pilonidal sinus by A. Yu. Titov, I. V. Kostarev, A. K. Batischev

“…Up to now there is no common judgement on etiology and pathogenesis of epithelial pilonidal sinus. All theories may be divided to two basic classes: congenital and acquired EPS. …”
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2-Amino-6-methylbenzothiazole as corrosion inhibitor for low carbon steel in acidic solution: Experimental and theoretical studies by Klodian Xhanari, Muhamed Farruku, Avni Berisha, Bujar Seiti, Kledi Xhaxhiu, Efrosini Kokalari, Alketa Lame

“…Attenuated total reflectance Fourier transform infrared (ATR-FTIR) was used to confirm the adsorption of AMBT, while its influence on the morphology of the S235 steel samples was also investigated by scanning electron microscopy (SEM). Density Functional Theory (DFT) calculations, along with Monte Carlo (MC) and Molecular Dynamics (MD) simulations, were employed to investigate AMBT’s corrosion inhibition behaviour at the molecular level. …”
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Exploring drivers and prevention strategies for sexual violence among adolescent girls and young women in Kicukiro, Rwanda by Wongani Patricia Kawonga, Sam M. Livingstone, Augustine Ndaimani, Jean Pierre Sibomana, Tsion Yohannes Waka, Maxwell Mhlanga, Andrew Mclellan

“…This study explores the drivers and prevention strategies for sexual violence among AGYW in Kicukiro, Rwanda.MethodsA descriptive exploratory design guided by the socioecological model and feminist standpoint theory was employed. In-depth interviews were conducted with 13 AGYW participating in a mentorship program and 5 male community members. …”
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Ligand-tuning copper in coordination polymers for efficient electrochemical C–C coupling by Yu Yang, Cheng Zhang, Chengyi Zhang, Yaohui Shi, Jun Li, Bernt Johannessen, Yongxiang Liang, Shuzhen Zhang, Qiang Song, Haowei Zhang, Jialei Huang, Jingwen Ke, Lei Zhang, Qingqing Song, Jianrong Zeng, Ying Zhang, Zhigang Geng, Pu-Sheng Wang, Ziyun Wang, Jie Zeng, Fengwang Li

“…Using CO diffuse reflectance Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy, in-situ Raman spectroscopy, and density functional theory calculations, we find that the binding strength of *CO intermediate is positively correlated to highest occupied molecular orbital energies of the ligands. …”
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Gene Therapy with Endogenous Inhibitors of Angiogenesis for Neovascular Age-Related Macular Degeneration: Beyond Anti-VEGF Therapy by Selwyn M. Prea, Elsa C. Chan, Gregory J. Dusting, Algis J. Vingrys, Bang V. Bui, Guei-Sheung Liu

“…In this mini review, we summarize current theories pertaining to the application of gene therapy for neovascular AMD and the potential benefits when used in conjunction with endogenous antiangiogenic proteins.…”
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Determination of Shape Coefficient in Elastic Modulus Estimation with Penetration Test by Tongbin Zhao, Rui Mao, Kai Fang, Biwen Zhang, Fenghai Yu

“…Based on the elastic theory, the relationship between rock penetration behavior and elastic modulus was established. …”
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The Small-Signal Stability of Offshore Wind Power Transmission Inspired by Particle Swarm Optimization by Jiening Li, Hanqi Huang, Xiaoning Chen, Lingxi Peng, Liang Wang, Ping Luo

“…The optimal position of the controller connected to the grid is obtained from the analysis of modal control theory. The results show that, after joining the PSS control, the system damping ratio significantly increases. …”
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Does the instructional approach really matter? A comparative study of the impact of online and in-person instruction on learner engagement by Zhiyong Li, Zonglin Dai, Jiaying Li, Pengju Guan

“…We discussed the findings in light of self-determination theory (SDT), drawing pedagogical implications for language teaching and policymaking for delivery of engaging offline, online, and hybrid language programs in the future.…”
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