Quantitative Spatial Analysis on Radiographic Features of Rotator Cuff Calcifications: An Exploratory Study by Ju-Hyeon Kim, Dahae Yang, Jae-Hyun Lee

“…<b>Background/Objectives</b>: Plain radiography is the primary diagnostic tool for calcific tendinitis of the shoulder. Several qualitative grading methods have been proposed to represent the pathophysiologic phase and guide treatment decisions. …”
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Double Stokes polarimetric microscopy for chiral fibrillar aggregates by Viktoras Mazeika, Kamdin Mirsanaye, Leonardo Uribe Castaño, Serguei Krouglov, Mehdi Alizadeh, Mykolas Maciulis, Lukas Kontenis, Vitalijus Karabanovas, Virginijus Barzda

“…Abstract Second harmonic generation (SHG) microscopy is a powerful tool for imaging collagen and other noncentrosymmetric fibrillar structures in biological tissue. …”
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Reliability evaluation method and system for the ventilation door cylinder based on Bayes Monte Carlo simulation by Peiyang Su, Liwen Guo, Jiayong Zhang, Li Ma

“…By deriving the posterior distribution function of Weibull parameters, Monte Carlo simulation is employed to estimate these parameters across various operational conditions. …”
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Mechanical behavior analysis of a Friction Stir Welding (FSW) for welded joint applied to polymer materials by Hachellaf Kaddour, Meddah Hadj Miloud, Ould chikh El Bahri, Lounis Abdellah

“…A parametric choice was made to optimize the operating parameters namely the shape of the welding tool, the speed of rotation and the speed of advance of the tool. …”
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Clinical applications of blood gas analysis: a comparative review of arterial and venous blood gas monitoring in critical care by Gyeo Ra Lee

“…Blood gas analysis is an essential diagnostic tool used for assessing acid-base balance, ventilation, and oxygenation in critically ill patients. …”
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Two-Color Image Analysis Discriminates between Mineralized and Unmineralized Bone Nodules In Vitro by Kelly A. Purpura, Jane E. Aubin, Peter W. Zandstra

“…With computer-aided image analysis, data on nodules can be rapidly generated with a minimum of user bias and fatigue. This novel tool will distinguish mineralized and unmineralized bone nodules, facilitate quantification, enable large-scale experimental design, allow for long-term data storage and tracking, and lead to the identification of new parameters that impact bone development.…”
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DOES DEPRESSION ASSOCIATED TO PERSISTENT AUDITORY HALLUCINATIONS RESPOND TO NURSE LED SELF SYMPTOM MANAGEMENT STRATEGIES?- A CASE STUDY INVESTIGATION by J.B Bivin, Sailaxmi Gandhi, John P John

“…Baseline measurements were done using Auditory Hallucination Interview Guide, as a screening tool, Characteristics of Auditory Hallucination Questionnaire and Beck Depression Inventory-II. …”
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Quality improvement by application of a revised standard – feasibility studies on 2500 soundings by Håkan Garin, Gunilla Franzén

“… CPT is a geotechnical investigation method that, depending on the geology, has been proved to be an essential tool to establish the Geotechnical Design Model. …”
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New methodology for identifying sustainable freshwater resources for the production of green hydrogen by Miklas Scholz

“…Moreover, it serves as a simple tool to produce a digital water supply atlas based on dimensionless parameters with the short names’ population density, location advantage, precipitation, groundwater level, water rights, SFRB, excess running water and proximity to networks. …”
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Filtering Process to Optimize the Technical Data of Prototype Race Cars by Attila Szántó, Éva Ádámkó, Gusztáv Áron Sziki

“…To enhance the efficiency of both vehicle design and competitive performance, the authors previously developed a modular technical data optimization software. This tool comprises two key modules: a vehicle dynamics simulation program that derives driving dynamics from technical specifications (parameters) and an optimization module that fine-tunes these parameters for various racing scenarios. …”
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Statistical Analysis of Local Extrema in Rough Sea Surfaces Based on Computer Simulation by N. S. Pyko, E. D. Orandarenko, M. I. Bogachev

“…Radar-based remote sensing techniques represent a ubiquitous tool for analyzing large patterns of the sea surface and determining the parameters of the waves. …”
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Comparative evaluation of machine learning models for enhancing diagnostic accuracy of otitis media with effusion in children with adenoid hypertrophy by Xiaote Zhang, Qiaoyi Xie, Ganggang Wu

“…SHAP analysis identified the adenoid-to-nasopharyngeal ratio as the predominant diagnostic indicator, followed by tympanometric type and history of recurrent respiratory infections.ConclusionAn RF-based diagnostic model effectively identifies OME in AH children by integrating anatomical, functional, and inflammatory parameters, providing a clinically applicable tool for enhanced diagnostic accuracy and evidence-based management decisions.…”
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Relationship Between Voice Analysis and Functional Status in Patients with Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis by Margarita Pérez-Bonilla, Paola Díaz Borrego, Marina Mora-Ortiz, Roberto Fernández-Baillo, María Nieves Muñoz-Alcaraz, Fernando J. Mayordomo-Riera, Eloy Girela López

“…Voice analysis has emerged as a promising tool for detecting disease progression and monitoring functional status. …”
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Optimization of Flight Planning for Orthomosaic Generation Using Digital Twins and SITL Simulation by Alex Oña, Luis Ortega, Andrey Carrillo, Esteban Valencia

“…This approach serves as a low-cost tool to analyze flight parameters in various scenarios and optimize mission planning before field execution. …”
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Validity and Reliability of 2D Video Analysis for Swimming Kick Start Kinematics by Ivan Matúš, Bibana Vadašová, Tomáš Eliáš, Łukasz Rydzik, Tadeusz Ambroży, Wojciech Czarny

“…Methods: We evaluated the concurrent validity of the IQ LAB software, a desktop 2D motion analysis tool, using Dartfish (ProSuite 4.0) as the gold standard. …”
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Application-Oriented Investigation of Parasitic Limitation on Multilevel Modulation of High-Speed VCSELs by Chenyu Liang, Wenjia Zhang, Qing Wang, Shun Yao, Zuyuan He

“…In the large signal analysis, four-level pulse amplitude modulation (PAM-4) signaling is embedded into the tool of VCSEL integrated spatio-temporal advanced simulator (VISTAS) and analyzed with extracted parameters. …”
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Utilization of lymph node elastography in the axillary staging of breast cancer by Marek Smolar, Eva Kudelova, Ivana Danova, Vincent Lucansky, Zuzana Dankova, Diana Musova, Marian Grendar, Lenka Nosakova, Peter Uhrik, Marek Samec

“…However, the monitored parameters represent an appropriate additional tool that can be used to refine preoperative staging, better targeting of FNA biopsy, and more accurate assessment of LNs in follow-up patients within the dispensary.…”
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Development of an Original Integrated System for Heat Recovery from Coolant in the Machining Process and Investigation of Its Efficiency by Osman Şahin, Durmuş Karayel

“…For this purpose, the energy amount consumed by the developed system and the machine tool were measured separately, and the total energy consumed was determined. …”
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Efficacy of antimalarial herbal medicines used by communities in malaria affected regions globally: a protocol for systematic review and evidence and gap map by Nakalembe Loyce, Robert Apunyo, Alison Annet Kinengyere, Moses Ocan, Ekwaro A Obuku, Kevin Ouma Ojiambo

“…The Risk of Bias and overall quality of evidence will be assessed using Cochrane risk of bias tool (clinical trials), QUIN tool (in vitro studies), Newcastle-Ottawa tool (observational studies) and SYRCLE’s risk of bias tool for animal studies (in vivo studies). …”
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Global sensitivity analysis of wheat grain yield and quality and the related process variables from the DSSAT-CERES model based on the extended Fourier Amplitude Sensitivity Test m... by Zhen-hai LI, Xiu-liang JIN, Hai-long LIU, Xin-gang XU, Ji-hua WANG

“…A crop growth model, integrating genotype, environment, and management factor, was developed to serve as an analytical tool to study the influence of these factors on crop growth, production, and agricultural planning. …”
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