Graph-Based COVID-19 Detection Using Conditional Generative Adversarial Network by Imran Ihsan, Azhar Imran, Tahir Sher, Mahmood Basil A. Al-Rawi, Mohammed A. Elmeligy, Muhammad Salman Pathan

“…These reconstructed features serve as input to a classification module, comprising a multi-layer neural network, GCN, adept at processing graph-structured data, alongside conventional machine learning classifiers such as Support Vector Machine (SVM), Extreme Gradient Boosting (XGBoost), and Random Forest (RF), facilitating categorization of chest X-ray images into COVID-19, pneumonia, and normal cases. …”
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Dynamic Error Modeling and Predictive Compensation for Direct-Drive Turntables Based on CEEMDAN-TPE-LightGBM-APC Algorithm by Manzhi Yang, Hao Ren, Shijia Liu, Bin Feng, Juan Wei, Hongyu Ge, Bin Zhang

“…Our methodology comprises four key stages: Complete Ensemble Empirical Mode Decomposition with Adaptive Noise (CEEMDAN)-based decomposition of historical error data, development of component-specific prediction models using Tree-structured Parzen Estimator (TPE)-optimized Light Gradient Boosting Machine (LightGBM) algorithms for each Intrinsic Mode Function (IMF), integration of component predictions to generate initial values, and application of the Adaptive Prediction Correction (APC) module to produce final predictions. …”
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Challenges to Promoting Resilience in Supply Chains Observed during the COVID-19 Pandemic: An Exploratory Study of the Amazon Region Using the TOPSIS Technique by Dhiordan Cunha Tadaiesky, Joaquim Lima das Neves Neto, André Cristiano Silva Melo, Rosley Anholon, Eliane de Castro Coutinho, Vitor William Batista Martins

“…This study conducted a structured questionnaire containing 10 challenges related to SCM during the pandemic period to generate a ranking of these challenges using data analysis using means and comparative ordering using the TOPSIS Multicriteria Technique. …”
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Fasudil inhibits α-synuclein aggregation through ROCK-inhibition-mediated mechanisms by Lucia Lage, Ana I. Rodriguez-Perez, Jose Luis Labandeira-Garcia, Antonio Dominguez-Meijide

“…The effects of fasudil are mostly related to ROCK inhibition, which we have shown using two structurally different ROCK inhibitors and knockdown data, and further supported by using RT-QuiC.…”
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Using interactive platforms to encode, manage and explore immune-related adverse outcome pathways by Alexander Mazein, Muhammad Shoaib, Miriam Alb, Christina Sakellariou, Charline Sommer, Katherina Sewald, Kristin Reiche, Patricia Gogesch, Luise A. Roser, Samira Ortega Iannazzo, Sapna Sheth, Susanne Schiffmann, Zoe Waibler, Vanessa Neuhaus, Susann Dehmel, Venkata Satagopam, Reinhard Schneider, Marek Ostaszewski, Wei Gu

“…The map is accessible online at https://imsavar.elixir-luxembourg.org via the MINERVA Platform for browsing, commenting, and data visualization. Our work transforms a graphical illustration of an AOP into a digitally structured and standardized form, featuring precise and controlled vocabulary and supporting reproducible computational analyses. …”
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Examining gender equality, diversity, and inclusion: a case study of the challenges and opportunities in community extension programs in a select philippine university by Rowena Raton-Hibanada, Nilo Jayoma Castulo, Nilo Jayoma Castulo, Jayson L. de Vera, Jayson L. de Vera, Jayson L. de Vera, Analyn C. Bituin, Analyn C. Bituin, Alvin B. Barcelona, Alvin B. Barcelona, Iona Ofelia B. Zanoria, Iona Ofelia B. Zanoria, Zyralie L. Bedural, Zyralie L. Bedural, James V. Bailon, Ma. Laarni D. Buenaventura, Ma. Laarni D. Buenaventura, Ma. Laarni D. Buenaventura, Carl O. Dellomos, Carl O. Dellomos

“…A qualitative case study design was employed, utilizing semi-structured interviews with eight faculty members from five campuses at Y University. …”
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Giant Outer Transiting Exoplanet Mass (GOT ‘EM) Survey. VI. Confirmation of a Long-period Giant Planet Discovered with a Single TESS Transit by Zahra Essack, Diana Dragomir, Paul A. Dalba, Matthew P. Battley, David R. Ciardi, Karen A. Collins, Steve B. Howell, Matias I. Jones, Stephen R. Kane, Eric E. Mamajek, Christopher R. Mann, Ismael Mireles, Dominic Oddo, Lauren A. Sgro, Keivan G. Stassun, Solene Ulmer-Moll, Cristilyn N. Watkins, Samuel W. Yee, Carl Ziegler, Allyson Bieryla, Ioannis Apergis, Khalid Barkaoui, Rafael Brahm, Edward M. Bryant, Thomas M. Esposito, Pedro Figueira, Benjamin J. Fulton, Samuel Gill, Andrew W. Howard, Howard Isaacson, Alicia Kendall, Nicholas Law, Michael B. Lund, Andrew W. Mann, Rachel A. Matson, Felipe Murgas, Enric Palle, Samuel N. Quinn, Alexandre Revol, Suman Saha, Richard P. Schwarz, Ramotholo Sefako, Avi Shporer, Ivan A. Strakhov, Steven Villanueva Jr., George R. Ricker, Roland Vanderspek, David W. Latham, Sara Seager, Joshua N. Winn, Pau Bosch-Cabot, Kevin I. Collins, Raquel Forés-Toribio, Fabian Rodriguez Frustagia, Eric Girardin, Ian J. Helm, Pablo Lewin, Jose A. Muñoz, Patrick Newman, Peter Plavchan, Gregor Srdoc, Chris Stockdale, Anaël Wünsche, Mario Billiani, Martin Davy, Alex Douvas, Keiichi Fukui, Bruno Guillet, Cory Ostrem, Michael Rushton, Angsar Schmidt, Andrea Finardi, Patrice Girard, Tateki Goto, Julien S. de Lambilly, Liouba Leroux, Fabrice Mortecrette, John W. Pickering, Michael Primm, Marc Ribot, Ethan Teng, Aad Verveen, Stefan Will, Mark Ziegler

“…Based on giant planet structure models, TOI-4465 b appears to be enriched in heavy elements at a level consistent with late-stage accretion of icy planetesimals. …”
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Using a “Kickoff” to build implementation partner teams and action plans for active implementation of a quality improvement project by Sean A. Baird, Sean A. Baird, Teresa M. Damush, Teresa M. Damush, Teresa M. Damush, Teresa M. Damush, Nicholas A. Rattray, Nicholas A. Rattray, Nicholas A. Rattray, Nicholas A. Rattray, Lauren S. Penney, Lauren S. Penney, Lauren S. Penney, Edward J. Miech, Edward J. Miech, Edward J. Miech, Edward J. Miech, Barbara J. Homoya, Jared Ferguson, Laura J. Myers, Laura J. Myers, Laura J. Myers, Laura J. Myers, Dawn M. Bravata, Dawn M. Bravata, Dawn M. Bravata, Dawn M. Bravata, Dawn M. Bravata

“…The PREVENT kickoff was designed from multiple frameworks: theory of change principles for process improvement; Consolidated Framework for Implementation Research (CFIR); social learning models; and systems redesign. Data collected included pre-kickoff planning documents and post-kickoff debriefs from the PREVENT national team, Audience Response System (ARS) data, post-kickoff site participant evaluations and semi-structured interviews.ResultsSite team participants reflected positively on the framework driven, interactive and interpersonal design elements, team building, and action plan exercises, and found them useful for a successful project launch. …”
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Enhancing Cybersecurity: Hybrid Deep Learning Approaches to Smishing Attack Detection by Tanjim Mahmud, Md. Alif Hossen Prince, Md. Hasan Ali, Mohammad Shahadat Hossain, Karl Andersson

“…The SMS Phishing Collection dataset was used, with a preparatory procedure involving the transformation of unstructured text data into numerical representations and the training of Word2Vec on preprocessed text. …”
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Relationship Extraction and Processing for Knowledge Graph of Welding Manufacturing by Kainan Guan, Liang Du, Xinhua Yang

“…The relationship extraction and processing solution are designed to handle data with different characteristics in welding fabrication. …”
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Interpersonal relations of pregnant women post-HIV diagnosis in Thembisile Hani, South Africa by Andile G. Mokoena-de Beer, Sister V. Mahlangu, Eugene M. Makhavhu

“…Twenty (20) women aged 18–35 years, who were diagnosed with HIV during pregnancy, were purposively selected from a local clinic in Thembisile Hani Municipality. Data were collected through unstructured face-to-face interviews and analysed using thematic analysis. …”
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Prioritizing sustainability consciousness among university stakeholders: solution for educational leaders by Chinaza Uleanya, Chidubem Deborah Adamu, Kathija Yassim

“…All participants completed an 8-week sustainability Short Learning Program (SLP). Data was collected through unstructured in-depth interviews with the participants and analyzed thematically using Atlas.ti version 22 for thematic coding. …”
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ImproviNg Tic services in EnglaND: a multi-method study to explore existing healthcare service provision for children and young people with tics and Tourette syndrome by Tara Murphy, Joseph Kilgariff, Kareem Khan, Louise Thomson, Charlotte L Hall, Emma McNally, Sophie S Hall, Nikita R Rattu, Nadya James, Alexia Jeayes, Suzanne Rimmer, Madeleine Jane Groom

“…Most described services as poorly structured and reported a need for additional resources and training in the assessment and treatment of tics.Conclusions Inconsistent and underfunded tic service provision across England limits HCPs’ ability to support CYP with tics effectively. …”
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Awareness of HIV Status and Barriers to Accessing Testing Services among the Youth in Asutifi North District, Ghana, 2020 by Dawuda Jawarah Adamu, Atsu Dodor, Samuel Malogae Badiekang, Bernard Aanoume Ziem, Abdul Gafaru Mohammed, Samuel Bortier Borlabi, Blaise Kuubabongnaa Bagyilko, Samuel Dapaa, Kofi Agyabeng, Gyesi Razak Issahaku, Joshua Bill, Samuel Boakye-Boateng

“…Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted among 396 youths aged 15-24 years selected through a multistage sampling technique from Jan-Feb 2020. We used a structured questionnaire to gather data on HIV status awareness, testing services, and barriers to testing services uptake. …”
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Vestibular migraine: course of symptoms during a four-year follow-up by Nese Celebisoy, Aysın Kısabay, Hüseyin Nezih Özdemir, Figen Gokcay, Aysegul Seyma Sarıtas, Hulya Toydemir, Vıldan Yayla, Ilksen Isıkay, İrem Erkent, Ceyla Atac, Sebnem Bıcakcı, Feray Güleç, Dılek Top Kartı, Eylem Ozaydın Goksu

“…Background and objectiveData about the prognosis of vestibular migraine (VM) is scarce. …”
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Tuberculosis preventive treatment in eight SEAR countries – Current practices, implementation challenges and operations research priorities by Prathiksha Giridharan, Rakesh P. Suseela, Tandin Zangpo, Rita Bhandari Joshi, Mizaya Cader, Fathiyah Isbaniah, Banurekah Velayudham, Fathimath Nazla Rafeeg, Antonio da Cruz Santos, Naveen Prakash Shah, Manu Mathew, Leyanna Susan George, Nivedita Gupta, Chandrasekaran Padmapriyadarsini

“…Methods: A three day workshop on “Capacity Building for TB Research under Programmatic Settings”. was conducted under the aegis of this RESEARCH platform jointly ICMR and the Union which was participated by eight SEAR countries. Data were collected from a semi-structured questionnaire prior to the workshop and open discussions during the workshop. …”
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Negotiating cohabitation in a Nigerian abattoir: One Health perspectives of human-animal-ecosystem interactions examined in the light of the SARS-CoV-2 pandemic by Hellena Debelts, Valerie Allendorf, Olayinka Asala, Ebere Roseann Agusi, Ismaila Shittu, Oluyemi Ogunmolawa, Judith Bakam, Bitrus Inuwa, Jeremiah Ijomanta, Joshua Seyi Oyetunde, Chinonyerem Chinyere, Austine Elah, David Oludare Omoniwa, Klaas Dietze, Adeponle Adeoye, Chinwe Lucia Ochu, Anja Globig, Almudena Mari-Saez, Clement Meseko

“…Methods We employed a mixed-methods approach, combining ethnographic observations, semi-structured interviews, and biological sampling of livestock, dogs, and small mammals. …”
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Explainable artificial intelligence-machine learning models to estimate overall scores in tertiary preparatory general science course by Sujan Ghimire, Shahab Abdulla, Lionel P. Joseph, Salvin Prasad, Angela Murphy, Aruna Devi, Prabal Datta Barua, Ravinesh C. Deo, Rajendra Acharya, Zaher Mundher Yaseen

“…Educational data mining is valuable for uncovering latent relationships in educational settings, particularly for predicting students' academic performance. …”
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High prevalence of methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus carriage among infants at the Children’s Hospital, Accra, Ghana by Fleischer CN Kotey, Sandra A Awugah, Nicholas TKD Dayie, Patience B Tetteh-Quarcoo, Samuel Duodu, Mary-Magdalene Osei, Jeannette N Bentum, Mame Y Nyarko, Margaret L Neizer, Khalaf F Alsharif, Ibrahim F Halawani, Khalid J Alzahrani, Eric S Donkor

“…Sociodemographic and clinical data of the participants were gathered with a structured questionnaire. …”
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The Impact of Artificial Intelligence Attitudes and Acceptance on Critical Thinking Motivation among Nursing Students in Saudi Arabia by Ayman Mohamed El-Ashry, Nagla Saleh Al Saleh, Nora Ghalib AlOtaibi, Turki Zuhaymil Almutairi, Lujain Adel Sallam, Muhanna M. Alnassar, Khloud Abdulhadi Alshehri, Sahar Abdulkarim Al-Ghareeb, Raiza Abdullah Al-Otaibi, Wejdan Munahi Almutairi, Sameer A Alkubati, Mona Metwally El-Sayed

“…Educators should integrate AI early in nursing curricula, provide structured training, and frame AI as a support tool in clinical decision-making. …”
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