Seascape connectivity: evidence, knowledge gaps and implications for temperate coastal ecosystem restoration practice and policy by J. Preston, A. Debney, C. Gamble, M. J. Hardy, G. J. C. Underwood, A. Garbutt, J. Harley, R. Baker, R. M. Dunk, M. Grigg, B. T. Hancock, I. W. Hendy, E. C. La Marca, J. Murray, N. Pettorelli, S. J. Pittman, S. E. Reeves, M. Robertson, A. M. Sturrock, R. H. Thurstan, R. K. F. Unsworth, E. A. Ward, S. L. Ward, G. J. Watson, S. C. L. Watson, L. M. Wedding, T. A. Worthington, R. A. Wright, C. Yesson, P. S. E. zu Ermgassen

“…We advocate a seascape approach, that restores connectivity and optimal structure-function relationships, is crucial for successful ecosystem restoration. …”
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Feature Generation-Based Fingerprint Liveness Detection: A Novel Multimodal Approach by B. R. Rajakumar, S. Amala Shanthi

“…An ablation study discloses the performance of AFL and the lion algorithm over traditional loss functions and optimizers in learning the fingerprint and generating the iris features.…”
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MODELING THE IMPACT OF THE TRANSPORT PROVISION OPTION ON PROJECT RISKS by Svitlana Rusanova

“…These results are the basis for the further development of a model for choosing the optimal option for transport provision for the project, implying a set of specific vehicles, terms and conditions of their use in the project.…”
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YOLO-LSM: A Lightweight UAV Target Detection Algorithm Based on Shallow and Multiscale Information Learning by Chenxing Wu, Changlong Cai, Feng Xiao, Jiahao Wang, Yulin Guo, Longhui Ma

“…Different from previous work on medical detection, this study tailors YOLO-LSM for UAV-based small object detection by introducing targeted improvements in feature extraction, detection heads, and loss functions, achieving better adaptation to aerial scenarios.…”
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Application of 1-Stage and 2-Stage Total Hip Arthroplasty in Managing Active Hip Tuberculosis Osteoarthritis of Varying Severity by Ya-kang Wang, MD, Yu-min Zhang, MD, Zhang Bei, MD

“…Infection control, functional status, complications and the blood loss and transfusion volume were evaluated mean 4-year follow-up. …”
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Software for developing digital twins of agricultural machinery working bodies by D. A. Mironov, D.  V. Popov, R. K. Rasulov, A. K. Lamm

“…(Conclusions) The findings delineate the characteristics and functionalities of the evaluated software products, thereby determining their functional capabilities. …”
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A large-sample modelling approach towards integrating streamflow and evaporation data for the Spanish catchments by P. Yeste, P. Yeste, P. Yeste, M. García-Valdecasas Ojeda, M. García-Valdecasas Ojeda, S. R. Gámiz-Fortis, S. R. Gámiz-Fortis, Y. Castro-Díez, Y. Castro-Díez, A. Bronstert, M. J. Esteban-Parra, M. J. Esteban-Parra

“…Results from the two calibration experiments suggested that, while the streamflow performance remained close in both cases, the evaporation performance was highly improved if the objectives for streamflow and evaporation were combined into a single composite function during optimization. The VIC model outperformed the reference benchmark, and the independent meteorological datasets yielded a slight to moderate loss in model performance depending on the calibration experiment considered. …”
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Effects of kinesiology taping timing on recovery in the lower limbs by Chia-Yu Tang, Ying-Che Huang, Ying-Che Huang, Fu-Shun Hsu, Fu-Shun Hsu, Fu-Shun Hsu, Chia-Hsien Yu, Chang-Chi Lai, Szu-Kai Fu

“…BackgroundKinesiology taping (KT) is widely used to support muscle function and recovery, but its optimal application timing remains unclear. …”
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Synergistic effect of corn straw and mulberry leaves on fermentation, growth performance and antioxidant capacity of sheep by Qirui Hou, Wenfeng Zhang, Shuli Wang, Wenyu Hou, Weiguo Zhao, Hui Xie, Peng Zhao, Yongen Zhang

“…This combination provides a practical method for utilizing agricultural waste and optimizing sheep diets.…”
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Synthesis of magnetite nanoparticles using electrochemical oxidation by Ye. Ya. Levitin, I. D. Roy, O. S. Kryskiv, T. M. Chan

“…Electrochemical method of oxidation Fe2+ Fe3+ has been proposed using lead dioxide anode and the optimal conditions of electrolysis has been determined. 2. …”
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Liposomal ellagic acid enhances the regenerative potential of ADMSC-laden nanofibrous PCL scaffolds in a rat model of spinal cord injury by Arman Abroumand Gholami, Shokoufeh Rahmani, Payam Moharreri, Esmael Amirazodi, Amir Mahdi Molavi, Tahere Mokhtari, Fatemeh Tahmasebi, Amirhossein Rabiei Rad, Hamideh Babaloo

“…Abstract Spinal cord injury (SCI) leads to myelin breakdown and extensive neuronal loss around the injury site due to increased oxidative stress. …”
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Genome-wide association mapping and genomic prediction analyses reveal the genetic architecture of grain yield and agronomic traits under drought and optimum conditions in maize by Manigben Kulai Amadu, Yoseph Beyene, Vijay Chaikam, Pangirayi B. Tongoona, Eric Y. Danquah, Beatrice E. Ifie, Juan Burgueno, Boddupalli M. Prasanna, Manje Gowda

“…Abstract Background Drought is a major abiotic stress in sub-Saharan Africa, impacting maize growth and development leading to severe yield loss. Drought tolerance is a complex trait regulated by multiple genes, making direct grain yield selection ineffective. …”
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Image Segmentation and Measurement of Trout Using a Convolutional Neural Network and Transformer Architecture by Jose Cruz, Luis Baca, Raul Castillo, Eudes Apaza, Christian Romero, Ferdinand Pineda

“…We conducted three experiments using UNET and UNETR architectures, varying image resolution, loss functions, and optimizers on a dataset of 1200 high-resolution images. …”
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MEP-YOLOv5s: Small-Target Detection Model for Unmanned Aerial Vehicle-Captured Images by Shengbang Zhou, Song Zhang, Chuanqi Li, Shutian Liu, Dong Chen

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Ultra-Compact Waveguide-Integrated TE-Mode Converters With High Mode Purity by Designing Ge/Si Patterns by Han Ye, Fengyi Yu, Yumin Liu, Zhongyuan Yu, Jing Li, Danfeng Zhu, Bida Su, Wenbin Xu

“…In this letter, we propose ultra-compact TE-polarized even-to-odd mode converter designs by introducing Ge/Si patterns into silicon waveguide-integrated functional region. The Ge areas with continuous boundaries are determined by topology optimization that combines finite element method, geometric projection method, and method of moving asymptotes. …”
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Mechanical equipment fault diagnosis method based on improved deep residual shrinkage network. by Shaoming Qiu, Liangyu Liu, Yan Wang, Xinchen Huang, Bicong E, Jingfeng Ye

“…Fault diagnosis of mechanical equipment can effectively reduce property losses and casualties. Bearing vibration signals, as one of the effective sources of diagnostic information, are often overwhelmed by substantial environmental noise. …”
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Efficacy and tolerability of Seizar (lamotrigine) in the treatment of epilepsy (experience of Svt. Luka’s Institute of Child Neurology and Epilepsy) by O. A. Pylaeva, K. Yu. Mukhin

“…In 4 female patients of reproductive age, Seizar was used to optimize therapy as a part of preparation for pregnancy. …”
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Application of Pickering emulsion-based coatings/films stabilized with chitosan nanoparticles for the preservation of fresh postharvest commodities by Ata Aditya Wardana, Vincensius Marcellino, Laras Putri Wigati, Francis Ngwane Nkede, Fumina Tanaka, Fumihiko Tanaka, R. Haryo Bimo Setiarto

“…Postharvest losses of fresh produce remain a persistent challenge. …”
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Mathematical modeling of heat and mass transfer processes in a reciprocating engine of a vehicle with a hybrid powertrain by Fedіr Abramchuk, Vitaliy Krivda, Olha Sakno, Valentyna Olishevska, Kostyantyn Kornilenko, Olena Sakno

“…It was found that increasing the temperatures of gases and walls affects engine operation duration, the effectiveness of recovered heat utilization, and the optimization of hybrid power unit performance. The more heat recovered during engine operation, the longer it operates with minimal heat loss and maximum efficiency.…”
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Comparing Cystatin C Estimated GFR With Creatinine Estimated GFR in Acute Kidney Injury Recovery by Kerry L. Horne, Rebecca Packington, John Monaghan, Mary Jo Kurth, Ciaran Richardson, Mark W. Ruddock, Maarten W. Taal, Rosamonde E. Banks, Nicholas M. Selby

“…Further research is required to determine the optimal approach to patient assessment after AKI.…”
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