Optimization of Sparse Concentric Ring Arrays for Low Sidelobe by Kesong Chen, Yafei Li, Jiajia Shi

“…The MGA uses real number to code the optimization variable, and it reduces the complexity of coding and improves the search efficiency. …”
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Improved basal drag of the West Antarctic Ice Sheet from L-curve analysis of inverse models utilizing subglacial hydrology simulations by L.-S. Höyns, L.-S. Höyns, L.-S. Höyns, T. Kleiner, A. Rademacher, M. Rückamp, M. Wolovick, M. Wolovick, A. Humbert, A. Humbert

“…Since we cannot directly measure basal properties on a large scale, inverse models can be used to infer the basal drag coefficient by minimizing a cost function that depends on a velocity misfit and a regularization term.…”
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Global dynamics and time-optimal control studies for additional food provided holling type-III mutually interfering prey-predator systems with applications to pest management by D. Bhanu Prakash, D. K. K. Vamsi

“…Abstract In this study, we derive and analyze an additional food provided prey-predator model with Holling type-III functional response, incorporating mutual interference among predators. …”
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Exploring Purpose-Driven Methods and a Multifaceted Approach in Dam Health Monitoring Data Utilization by Zhanchao Li, Ebrahim Yahya Khailah, Xingyang Liu, Jiaming Liang

“…Dam monitoring tracks environmental variables (water level, temperature) and structural responses (deformation, seepage, and stress) to assess safety and performance. …”
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Barriers in Proliferating Digital Technologies at Russian Companies: Causes and Effects by A. S. Melnikov, E. G. Kalabina

“…As a result a systematized picture of enterprise functioning was developed in the context of overcoming barriers in introducing digital technologies and identification of situational and contextual variables influencing the effect of their introduction. …”
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Parallel Primal-Dual Method with Linearization for Structured Convex Optimization by Xiayang Zhang, Weiye Tang, Jiayue Wang, Shiyu Zhang, Kangqun Zhang

“…This paper presents the Parallel Primal-Dual (PPD3) algorithm, an innovative approach to solving optimization problems characterized by the minimization of the sum of three convex functions, including a Lipschitz continuous term. The proposed algorithm operates in a parallel framework, simultaneously updating primal and dual variables, and offers potential computational advantages. …”
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VARX Granger analysis: Models for neuroscience, physiology, sociology and econometrics. by Lucas C Parra, Aimar Silvan, Maximilian Nentwich, Jens Madsen, Vera E Parra, Behtash Babadi

“…We also provide methods for enhancing model efficiency, such as L2 regularization for limited data and basis functions to cope with extended delays. …”
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Optimization of stope dimensions using response surface method coupling a hybrid chaos-genetic algorithm by Ming lan, Hanwen Jia, Ju Ma

“…The interaction between variables within this framework was carefully considered when defining the objective functions for optimization. …”
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Rethinking energy security in the condition of a rise in public–private partnership in energy: Fresh insights from new estimation by Le Thanh Ha

“…High energy efficiency increases the energy system's resilience by ensuring that systems with restricted funds continue functioning in the event of energy restrictions or global uncertainty.…”
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Optimizing the Spectrum and Power Allocation for D2D-Enabled Communication Systems Using DC Programming by Guomei Gan, Yanhu Huang, Qiang Wang

“…Indeed, the devices can communicate with each other in a D2D system, and the base station (BS) can share the spectrum with D2D users, which can efficiently improve the spectrum and energy efficiency. …”
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Statistical Modeling and Kinetic Studies on the Adsorption of Reactive Red 2 by a Low-Cost Adsorbent: Grape Waste-Based Activated Carbon Using Sulfuric Acid Activator-Assisted Ther... by Seyyed Alireza Mousavi, Davood Shahbazi, Arezoo Mahmoudi, Parviz Mohammadi, Tooraj Massahi

“…The efficiency of activated carbon produced from grape waste as a low-cost, nontoxic, and available adsorbent to remove Reactive Red 2 from aqueous solution has been investigated. …”
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Native learning ability and not age determines the effects of brain stimulation by Pablo Maceira-Elvira, Traian Popa, Anne-Christine Schmid, Andéol Cadic-Melchior, Henning Müller, Roger Schaer, Leonardo G. Cohen, Friedhelm C. Hummel

“…Brain stimulation shows potential to enhance these functions, but studies show variable effects. Previous studies have tried to identify responders and non-responders through correlations between behavioral change and baseline parameters, but results lack generalization to independent cohorts. …”
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PM21-particle stimulation augmented with cytokines enhances NK cell expansion and confers memory-like characteristics with enhanced survival by Jeremiah L. Oyer, Tayler J. Croom-Perez, Md Faqrul Hasan, Javier A. Rivera-Huertas, Sarah B. Gitto, Joanna M. Mucha, Xiang Zhu, Deborah A. Altomare, Robert Y. Igarashi, Alicja J. Copik

“…This is typically done by ex vivo stimulation with cytokines to enhance functionality or expansion for 10-14 days to increase both their activity and quantity. …”
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Preventive-Corrective Control for Static Voltage Stability Under Multiple <tex>$N-1$</tex> Contingencies Considering Wind Power Uncertainty by Yuerong Yang, Shunjiang Lin, Qiong Wang, Mingbo Liu, Qifeng Li

“…The chance constraints of the static voltage stability margins (SVSMs) in the normal operation state and after each <tex>$N-1$</tex> contingency are included. The approximate functions between the probability density functions (PDFs) of SVSMs and load shedding quantity with respect to preventive control variables are obtained to transform the expectation of load shedding quantity and the SVSM chance constraints into deterministic expressions. …”
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Distinctive Gait Variations and Neuroimaging Correlates in Alzheimer's Disease and Cerebral Small Vessel Disease by Xia Zhou, Wen‐Wen Yin, Chao‐Juan Huang, Si‐Lu Sun, Zhi‐Wei Li, Ming‐Xu Li, Meng‐Meng Ren, Ya‐Ting Tang, Jia‐Bin Yin, Wen‐Hui Zheng, Chao Zhang, Yu Song, Ke Wan, Yue Sun, Xiao‐Qun Zhu, Zhong‐Wu Sun

“…Gait metrics included the timed up and go (TUG) test, dual‐task TUG (DTUG) test, Berg balance scale (BBS), dual‐task cost (DTC), step length, gait speed, cadence and coefficient of variation of gait. The relationships among structural and perfusion variations, gait metrics and cognitive function were examined. …”
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Transcriptome profiling of Hyacinthus orientalis L. cultivars in floral pigmentation by Kwan-Ho Wong, Hoi-Yan Wu, Cheryl Wood-Yee Shum, Jerome Ho-Lam Hui, Pang-Chui Shaw, David Tai-Wai Lau

“…In addition, the usability of the dataset was demonstrated by the identification of differentially expressed genes, functional annotation and functional enrichment analysis. …”
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A Protocol for Advanced Psychometric Assessment of Surveys by Janet E. Squires, Leslie Hayduk, Alison M. Hutchinson, Lisa A. Cranley, Mark Gierl, Greta G. Cummings, Peter G. Norton, Carole A. Estabrooks

“…Reliability is assessed with internal consistency coefficients and information functions. A unitary approach to validity consisting of accumulating evidence based on instrument content, response processes, internal structure, and relations to other variables is taken. …”
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IRRIGATED YIELD ESTIMATION OF Populus Nigra STANDS IN NINEVEH PLANTATION by Muzahim .S. younis

“…Consequence of the use of Non-Linear function in this study, which is believed to be in harmonic with the characteristics of tree stand, twelve trees were selected which represents different location over an area planted with Populus nigra trees ,and after data analysis of variable values , three mathematical equations were obtains which link the yield per area ,a dependent variable and age ,mean height of stand quadratic mean diameter as the independent variable , in order to obtain yield table of revocable densities for Populus nigra , selecting the best model , different measures of precision , such as , coefficient of determination, standard error of estimate and residual analysis test, so following regressions selected : Y= 4.1356 G1.12355 R2= 0.9796 S.E=1.8 Y= 0.12788H2.27 R2= 0.913 S.E=3.54 Y= -0.64168+0.34744A2+0.063183Dq2.4 R2= 0.9674 S.E=2.29 Since there are good values of precision measures , so we will be able to use equations to prepare yield table at different densities of Populus nigra stands in Nineveh, depending on mean height or basal area per hectare or for age and quadratic mean. …”
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Task-Contingent Persistence is Related to Better Performance-Based Measures in Patients with Chronic Musculoskeletal Pain by Cyrille Burrus, Philippe Vuistiner, Bertrand Léger, Gilles Rivier, Roger Hilfiker, François Luthi

“…Their relationship with functioning of patients with chronic pain is debated. …”
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Mathematical solutions for coupled nonlinear equations based on bioconvection in MHD Casson nanofluid flow by Khalil Ur Rehman, Nosheen Fatima, Wasfi Shatanawi, Nabeela Kousar

“…We established an artificial neural network (ANN) model, incorporating Tan-Sig and Purelin transfer functions, to enhance the accuracy of predicting skin friction coefficient (SFC) values along the surface. …”
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