Automated orthodontic diagnosis via self-supervised learning and multi-attribute classification using lateral cephalograms by Qiao Chang, Yuxing Bai, Shaofeng Wang, Fan Wang, Shuang Liang, Xianju Xie

“…Lateral cephalogram is a crucial diagnostic tool in orthodontic treatment, providing insights into various structural characteristics. Methods This study introduces a pre-training approach using multi-center lateral cephalograms for self-supervised learning, aimed at improving model generalization across diverse clinical data domains. …”
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Investigating the relationship between goal orientation, self-efficacy, positive emotionality, and affective engagement among Chinese students by WenQi Zhao, Rui Ma

“…Structural equation modeling (SEM) served as the primary statistical tool to analyze the hypothesized relationships between these variables. …”
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The Effect of Sharia Financial Literacy and Risk Perception on the Intention to Use Shopee Paylater in Generation Z with Religiosity as a Moderating Variable (A Study on UIN Alaudd... by Nurhidayah Nurhidayah, Saiful Muchlis, Nasrullah Bin Sapa

“…A quantitative approach using the Structural Equation Modeling-Partial Least Squares (SEM-PLS) method was employed. …”
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TECHNICAL CONTENT OF ELITE RHYTHMIC GYMNASTICS by Catarina Leandro, Lurdes Ávila-Carvalho, Elena Sierra-Palmeiro, Marta Bobo-Arce

“… The primary aim of this study was to analyse all technical elements used in the Rhythmic  Gymnastics  Kiev  World  Championship  2013,  and  identify  the Structural characteristics of the technical content of elite Rhythmic Gymnastics individual routines. …”
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Farmers' adaptation behavior to water scarcity in Western Iran: Application of the values-identity-personal norms model by Yousof Azadi, Jafar Yaghoubi, Saeed Gholamrezai, Fatemeh Rahimi-Feyzabad

“…The study sample consisted of 380 irrigated wheat farmers. Structural equation modeling analysis showed that adding the environmental self-efficacy construct to the model, increased the explanatory power of water scarcity adaptation behavior by 9.3 %, and in total, 43 % of adaptive behavior was explained. …”
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Agricultural Machinery Adoption and Farmers’ Well-Being: Evidence from Jiangxi Province by Zhihua Wu, Bing Liao, Qing Fu, Chongyi Qi, Wenmei Liao

“…These findings suggest that policy interventions should focus on enhancing innovation in agricultural machinery technology, optimizing subsidy programs for agricultural equipment, improving rural education systems, and facilitating the structural transformation of rural labor markets.…”
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The effect of professional identity on new nurses’ turnover intention: the mediating role of psychological capital and achievement motivation by Xiaojia Zheng, Jiamei Song, Xindi Shi, Guangli Lu, Zhi Qu, Xiaoxia Lu, Chaoran Chen

“…Pearson correlation analysis, descriptive statistics and structural equation model were used to analyze the existing data. …”
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Green entrepreneurial orientation and environmental performance a moderated mediation perspective of perceived environmental innovation and stakeholder pressure by Syed Umair Anwar, Jingru Xu, Peng Zhi Yuan, Kaiwen Su, Shafique Ur Rehman, Mariam Hameed, Mei Wen, FengZou Li

“…For the current investigation, we employ structural equation modeling as a model estimation technique. …”
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Necessary and Sufficient Conditions for Purchasing Halal Skincare: Extending the Theory of Planned Behavior by Annes Nisrina Khoirunnisa, Satomi Ohgata, Kharisa Rachmi Khoirunisa, Galuh Tri Pambekti, Rizaldi Yusfiarto

“…Utilizing the Theory of Planned Behavior (TPB), it integrates both external and internal components, including halal certification, halal literacy, and religiosity. Data were gathered from 233 Muslim adolescents, and the proposed model was evaluated using partial least squares structural equation modeling (PLS-SEM) to analyze net effect factors, followed by necessary condition analysis (NCA) to identify critical components. …”
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Red-KPLS Feature Reduction with 1D-ResNet50: Deep Learning Approach for Multiclass Alzheimer’s Staging by Syrine Neffati, Ameni Filali, Kawther Mekki, Kais Bouzrara

“…However, the complexity of neuroimaging data presents significant obstacles to accurate classification. …”
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Estimation and Forecasting of the Average Unit Cost of Energy Supply in a Distribution System Using Multiple Linear Regression and ARIMAX Modeling in Ecuador by Pablo Alejandro Mendez-Santos, Nathalia Alexandra Chacón-Reino, Luis Fernando Guerrero-Vásquez, Jorge Osmani Ordoñez-Ordoñez, Paul Andrés Chasi-Pesantez

“…These findings support the use of hybrid statistical models for informed policy-making, tariff planning, and operational cost forecasting in structurally constrained energy markets.…”
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Internal Initiative vs External Pressure: Evidence from Halal Standard Adoption in Indonesian Food Small and Medium Industries (SMIs) by Nilda Tri Putri, Meuthia Meuthia, Ikhsan Rapi Saputra, Rini Rahmahdian S, Iwan Vanany, Norhayati Zakuan

“…The study employed Structural Equation Modeling-Partial Least Square (SEM-PLS) as a data analysis technique. …”
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The Relationship Between Fan Passion and Second Screen Usage: The Mediating Role of Fear of Missing Out by Fatih Çelik, Erkan Faruk Şirin

“…For that purpose, we conducted an online survey for data collection along with fans in Turkey and analysed 300 valid responses (79.3% male, aged 18-59 years) via structural equation modelling. …”
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Workload Factors Influencing Mental Health and the Intent to Leave Job During the COVID-19 Pandemic: A Survey Analysis of Healthcare Workers Handling Mass Fatalities in the United... by Vaishakhi Suresh, Ashish D. Nimbarte, Avishek Choudhury

“…Partial Least Squares Structural Equation Modeling was employed to analyze the relationships among these variables, providing robust insights into the direct and indirect effects of workload demands on mental distress and job retention. …”
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Strain Localization and Stress Evolution Along the Yangsan Fault: A Geodetic Approach to Seismic Hazard Assessment by Seung-Jun Lee, Hong-Sik Yun, Dal-Ho Shin, Sang-Hoon Lee

“…To tackle this, we applied elastic strain tensor analysis to GNSS data from 33 stations, forming 49 triangular elements across the fault zone. …”
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Research of mechanical properties of thermite material on the basis of steel dross by Rud V., Saviuk I., Samchuk L., Povstyana Y.

“…According to the chemical composition, the termite material can be attributed to qualitative structural steels. Important characteristic of this material is the lack of content of harm fulimpurities, such as sulfur and phosphorus. …”
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Is perinatal CoVID-19 possible: first results by M. A. Vashukova, V. A. Zinserling, N. Yu. Semenova, N. A. Lugovskaya, T. A. Narkevich, Yu. V. Sukhanova

“…Until now, there is very little data on perinatal COVID-19, and there are no descriptions of structural changes in the afterbirth at all. …”
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Financial technology (Fintech) innovation and financial inclusion: comparative study of urban and rural consumers post-Covid-19 pandemic by Budi Setiawan, Dien Triana, Ummu Salma Al Azizah, Andi Sri Wahyuni, Vijay Victor, Robert Jeyakumar Nathan, Maria Fekete-Farkas

“…It investigates how these drivers differ between urban and rural populations in terms of the innovation of digital financial literacy, behavioral intentions, and government support. Data from 654 respondents in Indonesia were analyzed using partial least squares-structural equation modeling (PLS-SEM). …”
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The impact of in-situ urbanization on residents’ health: evidence from CFPS by Wei Wu, Wei Wu, Shuoxuan Zhang, Lei Zhao, Jiawei Gao

“…This study investigates the health effects of in-situ urbanization utilizing panel data from the China Family Panel Studies (CFPS) tracking surveys of 2010, 2012, and 2014. …”
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Molecular model of TFIIH recruitment to the transcription-coupled repair machinery by Tanmoy Paul, Chunli Yan, Jina Yu, Susan E. Tsutakawa, John A. Tainer, Dong Wang, Ivaylo Ivanov

“…Combining existing structural data with AlphaFold predictions, we build an integrative model of the initial TFIIH-bound TCR complex. …”
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