Bayesian Adaptive Lasso for the Partial Functional Linear Spatial Autoregressive Model by Dengke Xu, Ruiqin Tian, Ying Lu

“…This study introduces a partial functional linear spatial autoregressive model which can explore the relationship between a scalar spatially dependent response variable and predictive variables containing both multiple scalar covariates and a functional covariate. …”
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Radiographic and Functional Results following Subtalar Arthroereisis in Pediatric Flexible Flatfoot by David Ruiz-Picazo, Plácido Jiménez-Ortega, Francisco Doñate-Pérez, Natalia Gaspar-Aparicio, Victor García-Martín, José Ramírez-Villaescusa, Sergio Losa-Palacios

“…Two expert surgeons from the Pediatric Orthopedics Unit took separate measurements of these angles for subsequent analysis purposes and to obtain the interobserver correlation coefficient for quantitative variables. Pre- and postoperative differences in the measurement of angles were ascertained using Student’s t-test for paired samples; and a functional evaluation of the patients intervened was carried out pre- and postoperatively by administering the parent version of the Oxford Ankle Foot Questionnaire for Children (OxAFQ-C) during a clinical interview. …”
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Error-Function-Based Penalized Quantile Regression in the Linear Mixed Model by Zelin Hang, Xiuli He

“…This is a method of variable selection by ERror Function (ERF) regularization in the linear effects model. …”
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The efficiency of Amil Zakat Institutions (LAZ) in Indonesian Islamic Banks: Data Envelopment Analysis Approach by Rofiul Wahyudi, Agus Susetyohadi

“…The Amil Zakat Institution (LAZ), based on Islamic bank corporations, has shown a significant role based on the mandate of the 2008 law on the social functions of Islamic banks. However, a performance evaluation is needed to see how efficient the LAZ is in its operations. …”
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Genome-wide analyses reveal intricate genetic mechanisms underlying egg production efficiency in chickens by Lizhi Tan, Xinyu Cai, Yuan Kong, Zexuan Liu, Zilong Wen, Lina Bu, Yuzhan Wang, Xiaojun Liu, Zhiwu Zhang, Jianlin Han, Dandan Wang, Yiqiang Zhao

“…Consistently, functional analysis of associated genes demonstrates that egg production efficiency benefits from multiple physiological functions. …”
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Implicit manifestation of prospective metacognition in betting choices enhances its efficiency compared to explicit expression by Hidekazu Nagamura, Hiroshi Onishi, Kohta I. Kobayasi, Shoko Yuki

“…Recent metacognitive research has extensively investigated metacognitive efficiency (i.e., the accuracy of metacognition). Given the functional importance of metacognition for adaptive behavioral control, it is important to explore the nature of prospective metacognitive efficiency; however, most research has focused on retrospective metacognition. …”
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Association between long-term visit-to-visit resting heart rate variability and cognitive decline: evidence from two national cohorts by Guangjun Zheng, Biying Zhou, Zhenger Fang, Xia Chen, Mingliang Liu, Fudong He, Haofeng Zhang, Guang Hao, Haidong Zhu, Yanbin Dong

“…Similar results were observed from several sensitivity analyses, including using average real variability and coefficient of variation for RHRV, additionally adjusted for physical activity, excluding participants who had heart problems at baseline, and further adjusting for the C-reactive protein in the CHARLS. …”
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Production components of corn as function of seed distribution along the planting row by Flavio H. da Silva, Paulo C. R. da Cunha, André C. de S. Almeida, Lucas da S. Araújo, Adriano Jakelaitis, Pedro M. da Silveira

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Assessing spatial variability of soil macro fauna and tree canopy using fractal theory (Case study: Riparian Forest of Maroon River) by Shaieste Gholami, ehsan sayad, Hamid Taleshi

“…However, taking lessons from spatial ecology, it is likely that spatial variability is the key, rather than the obstacle, to understanding the structure and function of soil biodiversity. …”
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Constructing the Lyapunov Function through Solving Positive Dimensional Polynomial System by Zhenyi Ji, Wenyuan Wu, Yong Feng, Guofeng Zhang

“…First, positive polynomial system is obtained via the local property of the Lyapunov function as well as its derivative. Then, the positive polynomial system is converted into an equation system by adding some variables. …”
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Analysis of entropy generation in tri-hybrid nanofluid flow towards a spinning disk under the influence of hall effect and variable viscosity by Moh Yaseen, Ritu Bartwal, Anum Shafiq, Sawan Kumar Rawat, Qasem M. Al-Mdallal, Umesh Khanduri, Tabassum Naz Sindhu

“…This paper examines the combined effects of Hall effect, thermal radiation and variable viscosity on the unsteady flow near a stagnation point over a rotating disk. …”
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A MPCC-Based Variable Sampling Time Interleaving Method for a Two-Phase Totem-Pole Bridgeless Boost PFC Converter by Hyun-Gyu Koh, Hyeon-Joon Ko, Yeong-Jun Choi

“…However, since ON/OFF of the switch is determined through model-based cost function comparison, the switching frequency is variable and a separate modulator is not used. …”
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Optimization of Liquefied Air Energy Storage System Coupled with Organic Rankine Cycle by Jianshe LI, Yihua DONG, Haihua LUO

“…To construct the liquefied air energy storage model coupled with organic Rankine cycle, the system cycle efficiency and the exergy efficiency in the air energy release and generation stage are set as objective functions. …”
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Sexual Function and Quality of Life in Iranian Women With Human Papillomavirus Infection by Afsaneh Tehranian, Marzieh Vahid Dastjerdi, Sare Hatamian, Akram Ghahghaei-Nezamabadi

“…Variables were analysed via correlation coefficient and linear regression tests. …”
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Optimizing Energy and Spectral Efficiency in Mobile Networks: A Comprehensive Energy Sustainability Framework for Network Operators by Luis Mata, Marco Sousa, Pedro Vieira, Maria Paula Queluz, Antonio Rodrigues

“…An additional analysis, based on domain expertise, provided evidence of potential causal relationships between the class and observed variables involving channel quality, Multiple Input Multiple Output (MIMO) utilisation, network topology and energy-saving functionalities. …”
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Impact of vertebral derotation on ventilatory function and chest circumference in adolescent scoliosis by Khaled Takey Ahmed, Abla Mohammed Hamed, Akram Mohamed Helmy, Walaa Mohsen Mohamed, Heba A. Bahey El - Deen, Youssry El Hawary

“…Introduction Scoliosis has been associated with thoracic cavity alterations that impair pulmonary function. Correcting scoliotic deformity regains normal pulmonary function by maintaining respiratory and muscular efficiency. …”
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Structural and tribological characterization of graphene layers grown by low pressure chemical vapor deposition on ASTM A36 steel substrates by Priscila Carvalho Borba Cardoso, André do Nascimento Barbosa, Marcelo Eduardo Huguenin Maia da Costa, Juan Lucas Nachez, Fagner Marçal Andrade, Suzana Bottega Peripolli, José Brant de Campos

“…The effects of surface preparation methods and operational variables on the properties of the resulting graphene layers were systematically explored. …”
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Relationship between muscle strength and motor function in Duchenne muscular dystrophy by Milene F. Nunes, Michele E. Hukuda, Francis M. Favero, Acary B. Oliveira, Mariana C. Voos, Fátima A. Caromano

“…However, the relationship between these variables is controversial. Objective To investigate the relationship between muscle strength and motor function and between these variables and age. …”
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DIGITAL EXAMINATION METHODS OF ANATOMICAL ELEMENTS OF MASTICATORY SYSTEM AND BASIC OCCLUSION RELATIONSHIPS by R.M. Stupnytskyi, V.R. Yarychkivskyi

“… In the modern world, dentistry has achieved a significant possibilities in aesthetic and functional restoration of teeth and dental arches thanks to modern computer technologies. …”
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A Grover-Meets-Simon Approach to Match Vector Boolean Functions by Marco Venere, Alessandro Barenghi, Gerardo Pelosi

“…In fact, the <italic>library-mapping</italic> step of an EDA workflow requires matching parts of the gate-level design (<italic>netlist</italic>) with the components available in a technology library, considering them as Boolean functions, while taking into account that permutations and negations of input variables can be efficiently implemented through rewiring and the use of inverters. …”
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