Apple phenotyping using deep learning and 3D depth analysis: An experimental study on fruitlet sizing during early development by Giorgio Checola, Damiano Moser, Paolo Sonego, Cristian Iob, Franco Micheli, Pietro Franceschi

“…Current research in apple-growing focuses on collecting extensive biometric data to better understand physiological processes, improve orchard productivity and predict yields. …”
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Two decades of cropland monitoring in Changsha-Zhuzhou-Xiangtan city group: trends and future predictions by Wenbo Zhang, Dazhao Fan, Song Ji, Yang Dong, Dongzi Li, Ming Li

“…The results demonstrated that the cropland area in the CZTCG in the past 20 years has shown a two-stage trend of increasing (2000–2015, increase of 8.25%) and decreasing (2015–2020, decrease of 2.91%), and the main reasons for cropland loss in the whole process of change were forest and building, with serious loss of cropland area in Changsha County and Wangcheng District. …”
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Trends in Research on Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy and Mitochondria From 2003 to 2023: A Bibliometric Analysis by Lulu Yang, Heng Zhang, Zhiyang Zhu, Jianming Wang, Xiaojuan Liu, Lijie Lu, Jinliang Huang, Miaoran Wang, Zhengchuan Zhu

“…The investigation of mitochondria, particularly in the context of cardiovascular medicine and HCM, demonstrates an unstoppable momentum. …”
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A Review of Human Papillomavirus Prevalence and Cervical Cancer in Myanmar by Tay Za Kyi Win, Kate Simms, Myint Myint Thinn, Khaing Nwe Tin, Soe Aung, Eleonora Feletto, Deborah Bateson, Karen Canfell

“…There have been limited screening and treatment services for cervical cancer in Myanmar. In this context, to support cervical cancer elimination, understanding the current burden of cervical cancer in the country is crucial. …”
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Investigating the Predominance of Large Language Models in Low-Resource Bangla Language over Transformer Models for Hate Speech Detection: A Comparative Analysis by Fatema Tuj Johora Faria, Laith H. Baniata, Sangwoo Kang

“…For Bengali speakers, the need for effective detection is critical. However, current methods fall short in addressing the massive volume of content. …”
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Clinical applications and research progress of remifentanil by Xu Liu, Zhipeng Meng, Fei Tong

“…This review synthesizes current evidence on its clinical applications, pharmacological advantages, and emerging challenges, including Opioid-Induced Hyperalgesia (OIH) and labor analgesia.MethodsThis study is a systematic evidence review. …”
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Reducing Plasmodium falciparum malaria transmission in Africa: a model-based evaluation of intervention strategies. by Jamie T Griffin, T Deirdre Hollingsworth, Lucy C Okell, Thomas S Churcher, Michael White, Wes Hinsley, Teun Bousema, Chris J Drakeley, Neil M Ferguson, María-Gloria Basáñez, Azra C Ghani

“…However, it remains unclear what overall reduction in transmission is achievable using currently available tools.<h4>Methods and findings</h4>We developed an individual-based simulation model for Plasmodium falciparum transmission in an African context incorporating the three major vector species (Anopheles gambiae s.s., An. arabiensis, and An. funestus) with parameters obtained by fitting to parasite prevalence data from 34 transmission settings across Africa. …”
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CO2 methanation over low-loaded Ni-M, Ru-M (M = Co, Mn) catalysts supported on CeO2 and SiC by Chopendra G. Wasnik, Maki Nakamura, Taiki Shimada, Hiroshi Machida, Koyo Norinaga

“…An efficient circulation and utilization of CO2 is critical in the current environmental context. Methanation, an exothermic process, emerges as a critical strategy for effective CO2 utilization. …”
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Analysis of production and financial potential as a basis for developing a strategy for modernizing the Russian economy by Ljudmila I. Rozanova, Sergei V. Tishkov

“…This goal predetermines the solution of such problems as analysis of the current state of the production base, assessment of financial resources for the production upgrade, identification of opportunities and risks in the implementation of modernization processes. …”
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MECHANISMS FOR ENSURING THE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT OF RURAL AREAS THROUGH THE FORMATION OF THEIR ENERGY DEPENDENCE BASED ON THE INTENSIFICATION OF BIOFUEL PRODUCTION by Yuliia Okhota, Denys Titov, Svitlana Dotsiuk

“…To achieve this goal, the article discusses the theoretical aspects of energy independence, analyzes current practices of biofuel production, and provides recommendations for their further implementation. …”
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Towards a sustainable rare disease and orphan drug ecosystem in Saudi Arabia: policy insights from a multi-stakeholder workshop by Ghada Mohammed Abozaid, Ghada Mohammed Abozaid, Hussain Abdulrahman Al-Omar, Abdulaziz Alrabiah, Asma AlMuaither, Amy Jayne McKnight

“…Through a series of presentations, educational sessions, and plenary discussions, participants examined the current landscape of RDs in SA, identified barriers to accessing ODs, and recommended strategies and initiatives to improve the accessibility, innovation, and sustainability of ODs.ResultsThe workshop highlighted key challenges recognized by a diverse group of 59 participants, including the absence of a national strategy, absent of local RDs and ODs definitions in the Saudi context, limited awareness and understanding of RDs among healthcare professionals, delayed diagnoses, scarcity of treatment and diagnosis centers for RDs, insufficient screening and prevention programs, regulatory hurdles in approving and importing ODs, and financial constraints. …”
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Ecological Momentary Assessment to Measure Social Connectedness in Older Adults: Integrative Review by Seongmi Choi, Hun Kang, Jiyoung Shin, Sang Hui Chu, JiYeon Choi

“…ConclusionsThe findings of this study highlight the current state of science in measuring social connectedness in older adults through EMA and demonstrate its feasibility in real-world settings. …”
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Understanding Device Integrations Within Diabetes Apps: Mixed Methods Analysis of App Features and User Reviews by Jessica Turner, Katarzyna Stawarz

“…First, we aimed to understand the current landscape of device integrations within diabetes apps and how well they meet users’ needs. …”
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New radar altimetry datasets of Greenland and Antarctic surface elevation, 1991–2012 by M. R. Suryawanshi, M. R. Suryawanshi, M. McMillan, J. Maddalena, F. Piras, J. Aublanc, J.-A. Daguzé, C. Grau, Q. Huang

“…To reliably constrain multi-decadal trends in ice sheet imbalance, and to place current observations within a longer-term context, requires continued efforts to optimise the processing of data acquired by the older historical missions and to evaluate the accuracy of these measurements. …”
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Propagation Characteristics of Multi-Cluster Hydraulic Fracturing in Shale Reservoirs with Natural Fractures by Lianzhi Yang, Xinyue Wang, Tong Niu

“…Understanding the effects of reservoir and fracturing conditions on fracture propagation is of great significance for optimizing the hydraulic fracturing process and has not been adequately explored in the current literature. In the context of shale reservoirs in Yibin, Sichuan Province, China, the study selects outcrops to prepare samples for uniaxial compression and Brazilian splitting tests. …”
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Significant fundamental translational research on breast cancer in China: progress and prospects by LU Yufeng, WANG Han, XIE Yifan, JIANG Yizhou, SHAO Zhimin

“…Breast cancer is the most prevalent malignant tumor that poses a threat to women's health in China, with incidence and mortality rates persistently increasing. Given this critical situation, there is an urgent need to optimize therapeutic options through basic translational research to address current treatment challenges. …”
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Adaptation Potential of Teachers of the Third Age in the Conditions of Higher Education Transformation by E. A. Shuklina, M. V. Pevnaya, E. A. Shirokova

“…In many countries around the world, the increase in life expectancy leads to significant social transformations. …”
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Multi-century mean summer temperature variations in the Southern Rhaetian Alps reconstructed from <i>Larix decidua</i> blue intensity data by R. Cerrato, M. C. Salvatore, M. C. Salvatore, M. Brunetti, A. Somma, C. Baroni, C. Baroni

“…<p>Ongoing climate change is likely to cause a worldwide temperature increase of 1.5 °C by the mid-century. To contextualize these changes in a long-term context, historical climatological data extending beyond data obtained from instrumental records are needed. …”
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Patient-Generated Collections for Organizing Electronic Health Record Data to Elevate Personal Meaning, Improve Actionability, and Support Patient–Health Care Provider Communicatio... by Drashko Nakikj, David Kreda, Karan Luthria, Nils Gehlenborg

“…This prevents patients from efficiently reviewing, exploring, and making sense of their EHR data based on current or ongoing health issues. The lack of personalized organization and important connections can limit patients’ ability to use their data and make informed health decisions. …”
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Access to veterinary care in Canada: a cross-sectional survey of animal healthcare organizations and interventions by Quinn Rausch, Maryam Alhamdan, Shane Bateman, Michelle Evason, Valli Fraser-Celin, Courtney Graham, Jamie Saad, Michelle Tuma, Karen Ward, Lauren Van Patter

“…IntroductionMany Canadians struggle to access healthcare for their animals, but little data is available from the Canadian context on how barriers to care are being addressed, and with what effects.MethodsThe aim of this research was to characterize service providing organizations, barrier mitigation tools, community partnerships, and evaluation metrics used by organizations attempting to increase access to animal healthcare in Canada. …”
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