Realistic Speech-Driven Talking Video Generation with Personalized Pose by Xu Zhang, Liguo Weng

“…Existing speech-driven speaker methods cannot solve this problem well. The method proposed in this paper first generates the sequence of key points of the speaker’s face and body postures from the audio signal in real time and then visualizes these key points as a series of two-dimensional skeleton images. …”
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Ultra violet spectrophotometric analysis of Paracetamol, Diclofenac and Tramadol drugs in mixture by Eesa M. Thalij, Sarhan A. Salman, Hasan. M. Hasan

“…Quantitative of PAR in sample is achieved by standard addition methods and three ways calculations were used to estimate the amount in the tablet, the expected content per tablet were equal to  (365.60, 361.984, 358.415 mg) and the results were acceptable when compared with original quantity in tablet(350 mg). …”
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Large-Scale Image Retrieval of Tourist Attractions Based on Multiple Linear Regression Equations by Yinping Song

“…The BOF model is borrowed from the method for text retrieval, which generally extracts the local features of an image by the scale-invariant feature transform algorithm and clusters them using k-means to obtain a low-dimensional visual dictionary and characterizes the image features with a histogram vector based on the visual dictionary. …”
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Minimisation of variations in locating an acupuncture point using a laser-device by Dha-Hyun Choi, Younbyoung Chae

“…A laser device can provide us with a visual guide for locating acupoints by dividing the space equally between two landmarks on the body. …”
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Analysis of associated factors affecting hematoma evacuation rates in spontaneous intracerebral hemorrhage with stereotactic aspiration combined with catheter drainage by Xinqun Luo, Keming Song, Lingyun Zhuo, Fuxin Lin, Zhuyu Gao, Qiu He, Yan Zheng, Kunbin Lian, Huangcheng Shangguan, Xingguang Luo, Yuanxiang Lin, Dezhi Kang, Wenhua Fang

“…Multivariate logistic regression using the stepwise forward method to identify the independent risk factors. A predictive scoring model was developed based on regression coefficients. …”
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Diagnostic Benefit of Simultaneous Capsule Endoscopy Using Two Different Systems by Seung Han Kim, Hyuk Soon Choi, Hoon Jai Chun, Eun Sun Kim, Bora Keum, Yeon Seok Seo, Yoon Tae Jeen, Hong Sik Lee, Soon Ho Um, Chang Duck Kim

“…Methods. Dual CE procedures were prospectively conducted. …”
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Revolutionizing Cardiac Risk Assessment: AI-Powered Patient Segmentation Using Advanced Machine Learning Techniques by Joan D. Gonzalez-Franco, Alejandro Galaviz-Mosqueda, Salvador Villarreal-Reyes, Jose E. Lozano-Rizk, Raul Rivera-Rodriguez, Jose E. Gonzalez-Trejo, Alexei-Fedorovish Licea-Navarro, Jorge Lozoya-Arandia, Edgar A. Ibarra-Flores

“…This study demonstrates the effectiveness of combining Machine Learning (ML) techniques with dimensionality reduction methods to enhance risk stratification accuracy in cardiology. …”
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Machine learning and artificial intelligence in type 2 diabetes prediction: a comprehensive 33-year bibliometric and literature analysis by Mahreen Kiran, Ying Xie, Nasreen Anjum, Graham Ball, Barbara Pierscionek, Duncan Russell

“…It highlights the growing complexity of the field and identifies key trends, methodologies, and research gaps.MethodsA systematic methodology guided the literature selection process, starting with keyword identification using Term Frequency-Inverse Document Frequency (TF-IDF) and expert input. …”
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Development of positive behavior and mental toughness skills in young athletes by Eimantas Pocius

“…The aim of this dissertation is to reveal the characteristics of young athletes’ positive behavior and mental toughness skill development. Methods: The dissertation employed a mixed methods convergent design (one-phase design) research strategy (Creswell & Creswell, 2023). …”
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Clinical and economic constituents of the application of dexamethasone and tocilizumab in the therapy for severe conditions in patients with COVID-19 by O. V. Zhukova, A. L. Khokhlov

“…The statistical tools included methods of the attribute-based statistic (attribute-based efficiency, relative efficiency (RE), populational attributive efficiency (PAE)). …”
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AI-assisted anatomical structure recognition and segmentation via mamba-transformer architecture in abdominal ultrasound images by Shih-Fang Chang, Shih-Fang Chang, Po-Yi Wu, Ming-Chang Tsai, Ming-Chang Tsai, Vincent S. Tseng, Chi-Chih Wang, Chi-Chih Wang

“…Recent artificial intelligence (AI) segmentation methods employing deep neural networks (DNNs) and transformers encounter computational efficiency challenges to balance the preservation of feature dependencies information with model efficiency, limiting their clinical applicability.MethodsThe anatomical structure recognition framework, MaskHybrid, was developed using a private dataset comprising 34,711 abdominal ultrasound images of 2,063 patients from CSMUH. …”
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Analysis of cognitive status of Alzheimer’s disease’s subjects and its association with biomarkers (amyloid beta and tau proteins) using NACC data by Vaghawan Prasad Ojha, Sheida Riahi, Richard Hunt Bobo, Seyedadel Moravveji, Lucien Meteumba, Shantia Yarahmadian

“…We utilized statistical techniques (ANOVA, Seive Plot, Logistic Regression) and visualization methods (Boxplot, Barplot, Violin Plot) to understand the relationships. …”
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Applying Augmented Reality to Convey Medical Knowledge on Osteoclasts to Users of a Serious Game: Vignette Experiment by Jascha Grübel, Julia Chatain, Claudio Schmid, Violaine Fayolle, Fabio Zünd, Reinhard Gruber, Bernd Stadlinger

“…AR-based learning may particularly benefit curious students, who often struggle with text-heavy methods. As students are increasingly accustomed to brief, engaging content, teaching approaches must adapt.…”
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Economic Logistics Optimization in Fire and Rescue Services: A Case Study of the Slovak Fire and Rescue Service by Martina Mandlikova, Andrea Majlingova

“…<i>Objective</i>: The objective of this paper was to evaluate the structure, performance, and reform potential of the logistics system supporting HaZZ, with a focus on procurement efficiency, lifecycle costing, digital integration, and alignment with EU civil protection standards. <i>Methods</i>: A mixed-methods design was applied, comprising the following: (1) Institutional analysis of governance, budgeting, and legal mandates based on semi-structured expert interviews with HaZZ and the Ministry of Interior officers (<i>n</i> = 12); (2) comparative benchmarking with Germany, Austria, the Czech Republic, and the Netherlands; (3) financial analysis of national logistics expenditures (2019–2023) using Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) principles, completed with the visualization of cost trends and procurement price variance through original heat maps and time-series graphs. …”
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Construction and evaluation of a triage assessment model for patients with acute non-traumatic chest pain: mixed retrospective and prospective observational study by Xuan Zhou, Gangren Jian, Yuefang He, Yating Huang, Jie Zhang, Shengfang Wang, Yunxian Wang, Ruofei Zheng

“…A nomogram was built based on the predictors, and an internal evaluation was performed using bootstrap resampling methods. The model was also externally validated in this center. …”
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Driving innovations in cancer research through spatial metabolomics: a bibliometric review of trends and hotspot by Shupeng Chen, Yuzhe Zhang, Xiaojian Li, Ye Zhang, Yingjian Zeng

“…Despite its growing significance, a systematic and visualized analysis of spatial metabolomics in cancer research remains lacking, particularly in the integration of multi-omics data and the standardization of methodologies for comprehensive tumor metabolic mapping.ObjectivesThis study aims to conduct a bibliometric analysis to systematically evaluate the development trends, key contributors, research hotspots, and future directions of spatial metabolomics in cancer research.MethodsA bibliometric approach was employed using data retrieved from the Web of Science Core Collection. …”
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Reproducibility of Breech Progression Angle: Standardization of Transperineal Measurements and Development of Image-Based Checklist for Quality Control by Ana M. Fidalgo, Adriana Aquise, Francisca S. Molina, Aly Youssef, Otilia González-Vanegas, Elena Brunelli, Ilaria Cataneo, Maria Segata, Marcos J. Cuerva, Valeria Rolle, Maria M. Gil

“…The checklist included the following: (1) acquisition in the midsagittal plane, avoiding the posterior shadow of the pubic ramus; (2) visualization of the complete “almond-shaped” pubic symphysis; (3) drawing a first line along the longitudinal axis of the symphysis, dividing it equally; (4) extending this line to the inferior edge of the bone; and (5) drawing a second line tangentially from the lower edge of the symphysis to the lowest recognizable fetal part. …”
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Indications for treatment of rapid palatal expansion devices based on cone-beam computed tomography by A. A. Smirnova, O. A. Gavrilova, E. V. Motornova, I. I. Mikhaleva, K. V. Fedorova, L. N. Sokolova

“…Currently, many orthodontists often prescribe the method of rapid palatal expansion (RPE) to patients, however, there are no clear criteria for indications for the use of the method based on cone-beam computer tomography (CBCT) in the available literature.Aim. …”
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An Analysis on the Markovian Model for Production Management and Establishment of New Pharmacies Using Hyper Graph by Anitha Florence F. Vinola, G. Padma, Prabu Velusamy

“…This paper mainly deals with the various machines, pharmacies, and different methods, namely, Nonadjacency Search Method and Adjacency Search Method applied through the Hyper graph. …”
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Image information optimization processing based on fractional order differentiation and WT algorithm. by Qiong Long

“…As one of the most important ways for humans to perceive the world, images contain a wealth of visual information. Digital image processing is a technology that uses computer methods to process and enhance photographs in order to extract meaningful information and improve image quality. …”
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