A neuromorphic model of active vision shows how spatiotemporal encoding in lobula neurons can aid pattern recognition in bees by HaDi MaBouDi, Mark Roper, Marie-Geneviève Guiraud, Mikko Juusola, Lars Chittka, James AR Marshall

“…Bees’ remarkable visual learning abilities make them ideal for studying active information acquisition and representation. …”
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Nasal colonisation by Staphylococcus aureus depends upon clumping factor B binding to the squamous epithelial cell envelope protein loricrin. by Michelle E Mulcahy, Joan A Geoghegan, Ian R Monk, Kate M O'Keeffe, Evelyn J Walsh, Timothy J Foster, Rachel M McLoughlin

“…The ability of ClfB to support nasal colonisation by binding loricrin in vivo was confirmed by the ability of Lactococcus lactis expressing ClfB to be retained in the nares of WT mice but not in the Lor⁻/⁻ mice. …”
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Daily Runoff Prediction Model Based on Multivariate Variational Mode Decomposition and Correlation Reconstruction by DING Jie, TU Peng-fei, FENG Yu, ZENG Huai-en

“…[Conclusions](1) The MVMD decomposition method can control the number of decomposition layers, ensuring complete signal feature extraction without overfitting while improving processing speed.(2) Pearson correlation coefficient method enhances prediction accuracy through decomposed data classification.(3) The MEA-BP can improve signal-to-noise ratio, adapt to complex environments, enhance learning efficiency and generalization ability, and reduce computational complexity.(4) The GWO-ELM algorithm integrates grey wolf optimizer with extreme learning machine, providing a fast and adaptive solution for time-series prediction with reduced overfitting and improved efficiency.(5) The overall combined model can efficiently and stably process large amount of data while ensuring high accuracy.…”
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M/BiOCl‐(M = Pt, Pd, and Au) Boosted Selective Photocatalytic CO2 Reduction to C2 Hydrocarbons via *CHO Intermediate Manipulation by Qiong Liu, Chengbo Bai, Chengxin Zhu, Wenjin Guo, Guangfang Li, Sheng Guo, Devesh Kripalani, Kun Zhou, Rong Chen

“…Abstract Selective CO2 photoreduction to C2 hydrocarbons is significant but limited by the inadequate adsorption strength of the reaction intermediates and low efficiency of proton transfer. Herein, an ameliorative *CO adsorption and H2O activation strategy is realized via decorating bismuth oxychloride (BiOCl) nanostructures with different metal (Pt, Pd, and Au) species. …”
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A lightweight hybrid model for accurate ammonia prediction in pig houses by Jacqueline Musabimana, Qiuju Xie, Hong Zhou, Ping Zheng, Honggui Liu, Tiemin Ma, Jiming Liu

“…The model replaces feedforward networks with separable convolutional layers to capture local and spatial dependencies more efficiently, as well as reduce computational complexity. …”
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Transformer-based multi-task learning for table tennis motion feature recognition by Tianfang Ma

“…The experiment results show that this new method can efficiently identify the motions of table tennis movement, accurately capture the subtle changes of joints, and perform excellently in both single/complex multi-tasks and cross-individual scenarios.…”
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Study on homogeneous and heterogeneous microemulsion acid plugging removal systems and mechanisms in low-permeability sandstone reservoirs by LIU Dexin, ZHAO Han, DONG Yeliang, WU Da, WANG Jiaqiang

“…Microemulsion acids （MEAs） with nano-level droplets and great deformability have better injection ability and adaptability for low-permeability reservoirs. …”
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Harnessing Moderate-Sized Language Models for Reliable Patient Data Deidentification in Emergency Department Records: Algorithm Development, Validation, and Implementation Study by Océane Dorémus, Dylan Russon, Benjamin Contrand, Ariel Guerra-Adames, Marta Avalos-Fernandez, Cédric Gil-Jardiné, Emmanuel Lagarde

“…Evaluation focused on PII-level (recall, precision, and F1 ResultsThe generative model Mistral 7B performed the highest with an overall F1 ConclusionsOur research underscores the significant capabilities of generative natural language processing models, with Mistral 7B standing out for its superior ability to deidentify clinical texts efficiently. …”
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Patient-Generated Collections for Organizing Electronic Health Record Data to Elevate Personal Meaning, Improve Actionability, and Support Patient–Health Care Provider Communicatio... by Drashko Nakikj, David Kreda, Karan Luthria, Nils Gehlenborg

“…This prevents patients from efficiently reviewing, exploring, and making sense of their EHR data based on current or ongoing health issues. …”
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Enhanced and Prolonged Immunogenicity in Mice of Thermally Stabilized Fatty Acid-Conjugated Vaccine Antigen by Bo Mi Kim, Yeon-Ho Kim, Hai V. Ngo, Hy D. Nguyen, Chulhun Park, Beom-Jin Lee

“…This allows immune cells to recognize stable antigens efficiently and form long-term immune memory. Conclusions: The stability of HOC antigens enhanced the antigen processing efficiency of antigen-presenting cells (APCs) and stimulated immune responses. …”
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Understanding External Peak Demands in Elite vs. Non-Elite Male Basketball Players by Yoel Antoranz, Enrique Alonso-Pérez-Chao, Carlos Mª Tejero-González, Hugo Salazar, Juan del Campo-Vecino, Sergio L. Jiménez-Sáiz

“…Conclusions: Elite players display lower peak external loads than their non-elite counterparts, likely due to superior cognitive, tactical, and perceptual abilities that enhance movement economy. Training programs should incorporate tasks that combine physical intensity with decision-making demands to foster efficiency and potentially reduce injury risk.…”
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Evaluating yield and land equivalent ratio in mixcropping of balangu (Lallemantia royleana Benth.) and chickpea (Cicer arietinum L.) affected by weed competition by Ebrahim Eizadi-Darbandi, Arash Maghsoudi, Elnaz Molaei

“…Introduction Intercropping is considered to be important for a lot of reasons like optimizing water and soil resource uses, increasing water use efficiency, increasing pest, diseases and weed control efficiency, decrease pesticide application, increasing total production and land equivalent ratio and sustainability in agroecosystems. …”
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Evaluation of yield and yield components of green bean and bell pepper under replacement and additive intercropping systems by Alireza Koocheki, Mehdi Nassiri Mahallati, Mohammad Hassan Hatefi Farajian

“…IntroductionThe use of intercropping as an effective component in sustainable agriculture, while increasing the ecological and economic diversity, cause increasing yield per unit area, yield stability under adverse environmental conditions, increasing the quantity and quality of the product, increasing water use efficiency, control of soil erosion, reducing pesticides use and increasing stability in agroecosystems. …”
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A novel Liesegang-patterned mineralized hydrogel drives bone regeneration with microstructure control by Yun Wang, Chao Fang, Li-Bo Mao, Yan-Hui-Zhi Feng, Yu-Feng Meng, Hai-Cheng Wang, Shu-Hong Yu, Zuo-Lin Wang

“…Notably, this hydrogel synthesis strategy eliminates time-consuming fabrication and extensive post-processing, offering a scalable and efficient route for advanced bone-regenerative materials.…”
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Iran's Media Diplomacy Challenges in Tourism Marketing by Fateme Asgharian Kari, Sajad Ferdowsi

“…Structural challenges, such as complex bureaucratic structures, state ownership of the media, lack of coordination between organizations, and the absence of a coherent strategy, severely affect the efficiency and effectiveness of media diplomacy. In the content dimension, issues such as the lack of specialized human resources, inadequate training, weaknesses in storytelling, and lack of proficiency in international languages reduce the quality of the content produced and hinder the ability to attract audiences. …”
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Evolution law of pore characteristics in microwave-assisted acidification induced fracturing shale based on low field nuclear magnetic resonance technology by He LI, Jiaxiang LIU, Baiquan LIN, Shiliang SHI, Wei YANG, Yi LU, Jiexin LU, Meng LIU

“…Microwave heating has the ability of fracturing shale and gas desorption, but there are defects such as low penetration depth, local overheating, and fracture closure; acidizing has the advantages of efficiently unblocking shale pore space and greatly increasing permeability, but it is difficult for acid to enter microfissures, and it is too dependent on the initial degree of shale pore space development. …”
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Upgrading the COSINE-100 experiment for enhanced sensitivity to low-mass dark matter detection by Doohyeok Lee, Jae Young Cho, Chang Hyon Ha, Eunju Jeon, Hongjoo Kim, Jinyoung Kim, Kyungwon Kim, SungHyun Kim, Sun Kee Kim, Won Kyung Kim, Yeongduk Kim, Young Ju Ko, Hyunseok Lee, Hyun Su Lee, In Soo Lee, Jaison Lee, Seo Hyun Lee, Seung Mok Lee, Reina H. Maruyama, Jong-Chul Park, Kangsoon Park, Kihong Park, Se Dong Park, Kyungmin Seo, Min Ki Son, Gyun Ho Yu

“…Here we present COSINE-100U, an upgraded version of the experiment, which aims to expand the search for dark matter interactions by improving light collection efficiency and reducing background noise. The detector, consisting of eight NaI(Tl) crystals with a total mass of 99.1 kg, has been relocated to Yemilab, a new underground facility in Korea, and features direct PMT-coupling technology to enhance sensitivity. …”
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940 nm Micro‐Light‐Emitting Diode Fabricated on Industry‐Compatible 300 mm Si (100) Substrate by Metal–Organic Chemical Vapor Deposition by Hadi Hijazi, Driss Mouloua, Mattéo Chobe, Léo Mallet‐Dida, Mickael Martin, Jérémy Moeyaert, Sébastien Cavalaglio, Nathalia Massara, Juliette Mignot, Jérôme Richy, Philippe Grosse, Jean‐Michel Hartmann, Thierry Baron

“…III‐V light‐emitting diodes (LEDs) have been attracting much interest due to their ability to cover a large spectrum of interesting wavelength for various applications. …”
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Living therapeutics of nonpathogenic bacteria as biosynthesis factory and active carriers for enhancing tumor-targeted therapy by Mengna Dong, Xinhui Yang, Wenqian Zhang, Yuzhi Qiu, Peng Song, Hongfang Liu, Yajiang Yang, Xiangliang Yang, Qin Wang

“…Our systematic studies reveal that FeS@SRB has excellent biosafety and tumor targeting capabilities, achieving over 50% tumor delivery efficiency in female mice post-intravenous injection, which is 17 times higher than that of conventional chemically-synthesized FeS@BSA nanoparticles. …”
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Review of recent advances in improvement strategies for biofuels production from cyanobacteria by Vanessa Albuquerque de Mescouto, Lucas da Cunha Ferreira, Rutiléia de Jesus Paiva, Deborah Terra de Oliveira, Mozaniel Santana de Oliveira, Geraldo Narciso da Rocha Filho, Rafael Luque, Renata Coelho Rodrigues Noronha, Luís Adriano Santos do Nascimento

“…These include improving the efficiency and scalability of the production process, optimizing the composition of the produced biofuels, and reducing production costs. …”
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