Optimized integration of photovoltaic systems and distribution static compensators in distribution networks using a novel discrete-continuous version of the adaptive JAYA algorithm... by Paolo Iván Cubillo-Leyton, Oscar Danilo Montoya, Luis Fernando Grisales-Noreña

“…For comparison, the discrete-continuous versions of the vortex search algorithm (VSA), the sine-cosine algorithm (SCA), Phasor Particle Swarm Optimization (PPSO), New Self-Organising Hierarchical PSO (NHPSO-JTVAC), Differential Evolution (DE), Gold Search Optimization (GSO) and the classical version of JAYA are used, validating the effectiveness of our proposal on the 33- and 69-bus test systems while considering variable generation and demand. In terms of the best solution, the average solution, and the required processing times, the AJAYA-SA strategy yields the best results in both test systems, making it the most efficient method to solve the problem under study.…”
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Optimization of household medical waste recycling logistics routes: Considering contamination risks. by Jihui Hu, Ying Zhang, Yanqiu Liu, Jiaqi Hou, Aobei Zhang

“…To enhance the realism of the simulation, traffic congestion is integrated into the vehicle speed function, reflecting the urban roads' variability. …”
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Combined analysis of 16S rRNA gene sequencing data reveals core vaginal bacteria across livestock species by Lucille C. Jonas, Lucille C. Jonas, Curtis R. Youngs, Stephan Schmitz-Esser, Stephan Schmitz-Esser

“…Recent publications have uncovered a high degree of variability of the livestock vaginal microbiota, making it difficult to focus functional research on individual microorganisms. …”
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The balance evaluation systems test (BESTest), mini-BESTest and brief-BESTest as clinical tools to assess balance control across different populations: A reliability generalization... by Ana-Belén Meseguer-Henarejos, Juan-José López-García, José-Antonio López-Pina, Ignacio Martínez-González-Moro, Ángel Martínez-Carrasco

“…In this study, the heterogeneity of reliability coefficients in each instrument is evaluated. If heterogeneity is significant, a moderator analysis is performed to identify the characteristic which explains such variability.…”
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An improved statistical bias correction method for Global Climate Model (GCM) precipitation projection: A case study on the CMCC-CM2-SR5 model projection in China’s Huaihe River Ba... by Yuning Luo, Ke Zhang, Wen Wang, Xinyu Chen, Jin Feng, Haijun Wang, Wei Liu, Cheng Guo, Cuiying Chen, Xiaozhong Wang

“…We applied this and three other methods—EquiDistant Cumulative Distribution Function matching method (EDCDF), combined Linear Scaling and Cumulative Distribution Function matching method (LS-CDF) and Quantile-quantile mapping method (QUANT)—to correct biases in the CMCC-CM2-SR5 model. …”
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Eco-engineered remediation: Microbial and rhizosphere-based strategies for heavy metal detoxification by Arun Karnwal, Gaurav Kumar, Alaa El Din Mahmoud, Joydeep Dutta, Rattandeep Singh, Abdel Rahman Mohammad Said Al-Tawaha, Tabarak Malik

“…Moreover, a detailed understanding of plant–microbe interactions and the role of secondary metabolite signalling in the rhizosphere is essential to improve remediation efficiency. Future strategies should prioritize the application of functional genomics, developing bioinoculants tailored to specific environmental conditions, and implementing robust ecological risk assessments for GEMs. …”
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Diseño, validación y valoración de competencias del gestor de actividades físicas y deportivas (Design, validation and assessment of physical activity and sports manager competenci... by Daniel Carranza-Bautista, Manel Valcarce-Torrente

“…However, in the working world of the sports manager there is a diversification of the functions, responsibilities, roles, objectives, tasks, and activities that are required in the profession, that have not made it very clear which are the main competencies that must be developed to achieve success. …”
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No significant links between somatognosia, stereognosia, and hypermobility: sensory processing unlikely to drive common complaints in hypermobile population by Ivana Hanzlíková, Aneta Ruská, Kristýna Jančíková, Kim Hébert-Losier

“…These sensory processing functions are unlikely to contribute to the common complaints reported by hypermobile individuals. …”
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Mathematical crystal chemistry II: Random search for ionic crystals and analysis on oxide crystals registered in ICSD by Ryotaro Koshoji

“…Additionally, discrete variables and constraint functions, which give a choice of creatable types of geometrical constraints depending on the spatial order of atoms, are implemented to formalize the feasible atomic environment, such as the composition of coordination polyhedra, resulting in acceleration of structure search and decrease of the number of local minima. …”
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Alleviative Effect of Exogenous Application of Fulvic Acid on Nitrate Stress in Spinach (<i>Spinacia oleracea</i> L.) by Kangning Han, Jing Zhang, Cheng Wang, Youlin Chang, Zeyu Zhang, Jianming Xie

“…FA application promoted the accumulation of biomass in spinach under nitrate stress and increased chlorophyll content, the net photosynthetic rate, the maximum photochemical quantum yield of PSII (Photosystem II) (Fv/Fm), the quantum efficiency of PSII photochemistry [Y(II)], the electron transport rate, and the overall functional activity index of the electron transport chain between the PSII and PSI systems (PItotal); moreover, FA decreased PSII excitation pressure (1 − qP), quantum yields of regulated energy dissipation of PSII [Y(NPQ)], and the relative variable initial slope of fluorescence. …”
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RL-Cervix.Net: A Hybrid Lightweight Model Integrating Reinforcement Learning for Cervical Cell Classification by Shakhnoza Muksimova, Sabina Umirzakova, Jushkin Baltayev, Young-Im Cho

“…A novel application of RL for dynamic feature refinement and adjustment based on reward functions was employed to optimize the detection capabilities of the model. …”
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Environmental impacts of floating solar panels on freshwater systems and their techno-ecological synergies by Sofia M G Rocha, Alona Armstrong, Stephen J Thackeray, Rebecca R Hernandez, Andrew M Folkard

“…However, understanding of the ecological consequences for water bodies is very limited despite the variable and far-reaching range of potential impacts. …”
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Development of a High-Cell-Density Production Process for a Biotherapeutic Yeast, <i>Saccharomyces cerevisiae</i> var. <i>boulardii</i>, for Use as a Human Probiotic by Ghaneshree Moonsamy, Sarisha Singh, Yrielle Roets-Dlamini, Koketso Kenneth Baikgaki, Santosh Omrajah Ramchuran

“…Once the optimised batch was validated in the replicate batches, the statistical analysis indicated a high level of reproducibility, with low variability across key performance indicators such as biomass concentration (unit), CFU production (CFU.mL⁻¹), and substrate utilization efficiency (g.g⁻¹). …”
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Identifying and Validating Indicators of Ritualism in the Iranian Higher Education System: A Mixed-Methods Study by Seyed Hedayat Davarpanah, Reza Hoveida, Mostafa Bagherian Far

“…Neglecting its indicators in the core functions of the university—teaching, research, and services—can lead to institutions that lack quality and fail to make a significant impact on society, both formally and functionally.  …”
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Structural Integrity and Life Assessment of Ti-6Al-4V Orthopaedic Implants by Katarina Čolić, Svetlana M. Kostić, Simon Sedmak, Nenad Gubeljak, Aleksandar Grbović

“…In X-FEM, the finite element space is enriched with discontinuity functions and asymptotic functions at the crack tip, which are integrated into the standard finite element approximation using the unity division property. …”
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Reconstruction of U.S. Regional-Scale Soybean SIF Based on MODIS Data and BP Neural Network by YAO Jianen, LIU Haiqiu, YANG Man, FENG Jinying, CHEN Xiu, ZHANG Peipei

“…The Pearson correlation coefficient between the original OCO-2 SIF data and MODIS GPP stood were at a modest 0.53. …”
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Integrating UAV-Based RGB Imagery with Semi-Supervised Learning for Tree Species Identification in Heterogeneous Forests by Bingru Hou, Chenfeng Lin, Mengyuan Chen, Mostafa M. Gouda, Yunpeng Zhao, Yuefeng Chen, Fei Liu, Xuping Feng

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Optimization of the flow guiding fins configuration and tube arrangements in a shell and tube heat exchanger: coupling response surface methodology and CFD by Xiangmin Shao, Ali Marzban, Farzad Pourfattah, Omid Ali Akbari, Gholamreza Ahmadi, Nafiseh Emami, Soheil Salahshour

“…In both laminar and turbulent flow regimes, the objective functions include the maximum heat transfer and the minimum pressure drop. …”
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Spatially varying parameters improve carbon cycle modeling in the Amazon rainforest with ORCHIDEE r8849 by L. Zhu, L. Zhu, L. Zhu, L. Zhu, P. Ciais, Y. Yao, D. Goll, S. Luyssaert, I. Martínez Cano, A. Fendrich, A. Fendrich, L. Li, H. Yang, S. Saatchi, W. Li, W. Li

“…Current dynamic global vegetation models (DGVMs), which use one or two plant functional types for tropical rainforests, fail to capture observed biomass and mortality gradients in this region, raising concerns about their ability to predict forest responses to global change drivers. …”
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Radiotherapy-induced fatigue in Palestinian breast cancer survivors by Hussein ALMasri, Omar Rimawi

“…Our purpose is to assess, compare, and correlate CRF in breast cancer survivors undergoing radiotherapy (RT) with study variables.Methods: CRF in breast cancer survivors was assessed using Functional Assessment of Chronic Illness Therapy – Fatigue Scale (FACIT-F) (version 4). …”
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