Position-Aware Graph Neural Network for Few-Shot SAR Target Classification by Jia Zheng, Ming Li, Peng Zhang, Yan Wu, Hongmeng Chen

“…Synthetic aperture radar (SAR) target classification methods based on convolutional neural networks (CNNs) are susceptible to overfitting due to limited samples. …”
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The importance of dopamine levels and single-nucleotide polymorphism within COMT, DRD1 and DRD2 genes in obstructive sleep apnoea by Joanna Smardz, Helena Martynowicz, Marta Dratwa-Kuzmin, Anna Wojakowska, Pawel Gac, Katarzyna Bogunia-Kubik, Mieszko Wieckiewicz

“…These findings pave the way for personalized diagnostic and therapeutic approaches. By integrating neurobiology, genetics, and clinical practice, this research contributes to the evolving framework for precision medicine in sleep disorders.…”
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Tracking the North American Asian Longhorned Beetle Invasion With Genomics by Mingming Cui, Amanda D. Roe, Brian Boyle, Melody Keena, Yunke Wu, W. Evan Braswell, Michael T. Smith, Ben Gasman, Juan Shi, Marion Javal, Geraldine Roux, Jean J. Turgeon, Richard Hamelin, Ilga Porth

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Enhancing wheat genomic prediction by a hybrid kernel approach by Jaime Cuevas, Jose Crossa, Jose Crossa, Abelardo Montesinos-López, Johannes W. R. Martini, Guillermo Sebastiáń Gerard, Jaime Ortegón, Susanne Dreisigacker, Velu Govindan, Paulino Pérez-Rodríguez, Carolina Saint Pierre, Leonardo Abdiel Crespo Herrera, Osval A. Montesinos-López, Paolo Vitale

“…This study integrates genomic and pedigree data by leveraging advanced modeling techniques, aiming to enhance the predictive performance of genomic selection models by capturing complex genetic relationships through the interaction of both matrices and exploring the utility of non-linear methods, such as kernel matrices. …”
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Multiscale Pore Architecture and Its Influence on Porosity, Permeability, and Fluid Flow in Tight Gas Reservoirs of the Shihezi H8 Formation, Ordos Basin by Muhammad Toseef Adnan, Guishan Zhang, Bin Chang, Hu Wei, Ren Peng, Wang Chang, Liang Wang

“…The optimized insights from this integrated study provide a framework to guide development strategies and field appraisal methods for maximizing recovery from unconventional tight gas formations.…”
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Differences in Coronary Heart Disease and Stroke Incidence Among Single‐Race and Multiracial Asian and Pacific Islander Subgroups in Hawaii and California: A Retrospective Cohort S... by Yihe G. Daida, Ana Gabriela Rosales, Timothy B. Frankland, Adrian Matias Bacong, Beth Waitzfelder, Jiang Li, Joseph Keawe'aimoku Kaholokula, Latha Palaniappan, Stephen P. Fortmann

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QTL-based dissection of three key quality attributes in maize using double haploid populations by Zitian He, Jianping Wang, Jianping Wang, Jialei Li, Jianwei Li, Lei Chen, Xiaolei Zhang, Xiaolei Zhang

“…While previous studies have explored the genetic basis of these traits, further investigation into the quantitative trait loci (QTL) responsible for variations in starch content, oil content, and lysine content still requires additional attention.MethodsDouble haploid (DH) populations were developed via a nested association mapping (NAM) design. …”
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CDKN1A as a target of senescence in heart failure: insights from a multiomics study by Rutao Bian, Rutao Bian, Li Zhang, Li Zhang, Dongyu Li, Dongyu Li, Xuegong Xu, Xuegong Xu

“…However, the exact triggering factors and underlying causes of HF onset and progression are still not fully understood.ObjectivesBy integrating multi-omics data, this study aimed to determine the genetic associations between cardiomyocyte and HF using cell senescence-related genes (SRGs).MethodsThe study utilized the CellAge database and the SenMayo dataset, combined with high-resolution single-cell RNA sequencing (scRNA-seq) data, to identify SRG and examine differences in cardiac cell expression. …”
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A qualitative study of how clinicians reach agreement in perioperative pathway development: the Consensus Model for Standardising Healthcare by Lisa Pagano, Janet C. Long, Emilie Francis-Auton, Andrew Hirschhorn, Gaston Arnolda, Jeffrey Braithwaite, Mitchell N. Sarkies

“…Abstract Background Variation in perioperative care persists globally. …”
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Characterising the spatio-temporal patterns of water quality parameters in the cradle of humankind world heritage site using Sentinel-2 and random forest regressor by Sinesipho Ngamile, Sinesipho Ngamile, Mahlatse Kganyago, Sabelo Madonsela, Sabelo Madonsela, Vuyelwa Mvandaba

“…This study aimed to predict and map the spatio-temporal patterns of both optically and non-optically active water quality parameters within small inland water bodies located in the COHWHS.MethodsHigh-resolution Sentinel-2 Multispectral Instrument (MSI) satellite data and two random forest models (Model 1 [consisting of sensitive spectral bands] and Model 2 [consisting of spectral bands + indices]) were used alongside In-situ measurements of chlorophyll-a, suspended solids, dissolved oxygen (DO), pH, Temperature, and electrical conductivity (EC) were integrated to establish empirical relationships and assess spatial variability across high-flow and low-flow conditions.ResultsThe results indicated that DO could be predicted with the highest accuracy under low-flow conditions, followed by EC. …”
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Spatial distribution of mixed milk feeding and its determinants among mothers of infants aged under 6 months in Ethiopia: Spatial and geographical weighted regression analysis. by Mekuriaw Nibret Aweke, Muluken Chanie Agimas, Moges Tadesse Abebe, Tigabu Kidie Tesfie, Meron Asmamaw Alemayehu, Werkneh Melkie Tilahun, Gebrie Getu Alemu, Worku Necho Asferie

“…<h4>Conclusion</h4>The study found significant regional variations in mixed milk feeding practices in Ethiopia. …”
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Screening of Germline BRCA1 and BRCA2 Variants in Nigerian Breast Cancer Patients by Abimbola F. Onyia MSc, Paul Jibrin MBBS, Temitope Olatunji-Agunbiade MBBS, Ademola Oyekan MBBS, AbdulRazzaq Lawal MBBS, Adewumi Alabi MBBS, Anthonia C. Sowunmi MBBS, Eben A. Aje MBBS, Oluwabusayo B. Ogunniyi MBBS, Ebenezer S. Nkom MBBS, Opeyemi C. De Campos PhD, Oluwakemi A. Rotimi PhD, Jelili O. Oyelade PhD, Solomon O. Rotimi PhD

“…Background Breast cancer remains a leading cause of mortality among Nigerian women, with triple-negative breast cancer (TNBC) being particularly prevalent. Variations in BRCA1 and BRCA2 genes remain key risk factors for this disease. …”
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Capturing resilience from phenotypic deviations: a case study using feed consumption and whole genome data in pigs by Enrico Mancin, Christian Maltecca, Jicaj Jiang, Yi Jian Huang, Francesco Tiezzi

“…This measure extends beyond specific conditions, capturing the impact of various unknown external factors that influence phenotype variations. Importantly, this method does not require additional phenotyping investments. …”
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An Adaptive Graph Convolutional Network with Spatial Autocorrelation for Enhancing 3D Soil Pollutant Mapping Precision from Sparse Borehole Data by Huan Tao, Ziyang Li, Shengdong Nie, Hengkai Li, Dan Zhao

“…Traditional interpolation methods may obscure local variations in soil contamination when applied to such sparse data, thus reducing the interpolation accuracy. …”
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FEATURES OF THE CHRONIC PAIN SYNDROME IN PATIENTS WITH RHEUMATOID ARTHRITIS AND MEDICAL DIAGNOSTIC TACTICS by M. A. Gromova, S. E. Myasoedova

“…All this allows to validate consultation of medical specialists and to differentiate treatment. Conclusions. The integrated approach to diagnostics of a chronic pain syndrome for rheumatoid arthritis allows to estimate pain strengths in dynamics of disease development, to reveal existence of pain variations, anxiety and depression. …”
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Interpersonal symptoms in adolescence depression across Asian and European regions: a network approach by H. N. Cheung, M. Habibi Asgarabad, W. S. Ho, M. R. Zibetti, S. T. K. Li, W. Y. Chan Stella, J. M. Williams

“…It demonstrates that interpersonal symptoms are integral to the central features of depressive symptoms. …”
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Community health volunteer support for regular blood pressure monitoring in Indonesia: spatial regression models by Mayumi Mizutani, Sofi Oktaviani, Harumi Bando, Heri Sugiarto, Ritsuko Nishide, Susumu Tanimura

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Comparative Study of Structural and Quality Controls for Grouted Sleeve Connections in Different Standards: Connection Technology, Design, and Mechanical Requirements by Shuoting Xiao, Nikita Igorevich Fomin, Jiaxin Li, Jinhong Gu

“…As one type of critical load-bearing element in precast concrete structures, grouted sleeve (GS) connections enable efficient force transmission between reinforcing bars while maintaining structural integrity. Despite their growing global adoption, significant variations exist in design philosophies, construction specifications, and performance requirements among regional standards. …”
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Accurate Rainfall Prediction Using GNSS PWV Based on Pre-Trained Transformer Model by Wenjie Yin, Chen Zhou, Yuan Tian, Hui Qiu, Wei Zhang, Hua Chen, Pan Liu, Qile Zhao, Jian Kong, Yibin Yao

“…Unlike previous studies mainly focusing on rainfall occurrences, this study proposes a transformer-based model for hourly rainfall prediction, integrating the GNSS PWV and ERA5 meteorological data. …”
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Deep Learning and Transformer Models for Groundwater Level Prediction in the Marvdasht Plain: Protecting UNESCO Heritage Sites—Persepolis and Naqsh-e Rustam by Peyman Heidarian, Franz Pablo Antezana Lopez, Yumin Tan, Somayeh Fathtabar Firozjaee, Tahmouras Yousefi, Habib Salehi, Ava Osman Pour, Maria Elena Oscori Marca, Guanhua Zhou, Ali Azhdari, Reza Shahbazi

“…This study presents an integrated remote sensing and transformer-based deep learning framework that combines diverse geospatial datasets to predict spatiotemporal variations across the plain near the Persepolis and Naqsh-e Rustam archaeological complexes—UNESCO World Heritage Sites situated at the plain’s edge. …”
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