Biodiversity from the Sky: Testing the Spectral Variation Hypothesis in the Brazilian Atlantic Forest by Tobias Baruc Moreira Pinon, Adriano Ribeiro de Mendonça, Gilson Fernandes da Silva, Emanuel Maretto Effgen, Nívea Maria Mafra Rodrigues, Milton Marques Fernandes, Jerônimo Boelsums Barreto Sansevero, Catherine Torres de Almeida, Henrique Machado Dias, Fabio Guimarães Gonçalves, André Quintão de Almeida

“…Tropical forests have high species richness, being considered the most diverse and complex ecosystems in the world. Research on the variation and maintenance of biodiversity in these ecosystems is important for establishing conservation strategies. …”
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Soil Organic Matter Content Prediction Using Multi-Input Convolutional Neural Network Based on Multi-Source Information Fusion by Li Guo, Qin Gao, Mengyi Zhang, Panting Cheng, Peng He, Lujun Li, Dong Ding, Changcheng Liu, Francis Collins Muga, Masroor Kamal, Jiangtao Qi

“…The top 15 spectral bands with the highest correlation were selected from 260 spectral bands using the Correlation Coefficient Method (CCM), Boruta algorithm, and Successive Projections Algorithm (SPA). …”
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Multifunctional Hierarchical Metamaterials: Synergizing Visible-Laser-Infrared Camouflage with Thermal Management by Shenglan Wu, Hao Huang, Zhenyong Huang, Chunhui Tian, Lina Guo, Yong Liu, Shuang Liu

“…Furthermore, the RSHM demonstrates exceptional incident angle and polarization stability, maintaining robust performances even under complex detection conditions. This design is easy to expand relative to other frequency bands of the electromagnetic spectrum and holds significant potential for applications in military camouflage, energy-efficient buildings, and optical devices.…”
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Design and Testing of Miniaturized Electrically Driven Plug Seedling Transplanter by Meng Chen, Yang Xu, Changjie Han, Desheng Li, Binning Yang, Shilong Qiu, Yan Luo, Hanping Mao, Xu Ma

“…Both bench and field tests were conducted to select the optimal working parameters. The test results demonstrated that the seedling picking and depositing mechanism met the required operational efficiency. …”
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Multi-layer perceptron-particle swarm optimization: A lightweight optimization algorithm for the model predictive control local planner by Xiaoqing Guan, Tao Hu, Ziang Zhang, Yixu Wang, Yifan Liu, You Wang, Jie Hao, Guang Li

“…The experiment results demonstrate that the multi-layer perceptron-particle swarm optimization algorithm can quickly and accurately solve local planning problems, guiding robots to complete global paths with the same efficiency as expert solvers. The average solving time has been reduced by over 90%, enabling the robot to increase its control frequency or adopt higher-quality complex motion primitives. …”
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Fha initiates the inside-out assembly of the type VI secretion system by Tong-Tong Pei, Xing-Yu Wang, Yi-Qiu Zhang, Ying An, Han Luo, Yumin Kan, Hao Li, Ming-Xuan Tang, Zi-Yan Ye, Jia-Xin Liang, Tao Jian, Hao-Yu Zheng, Zeng-Hang Wang, Xiaoye Liang, Xiaotian Liu, Mingjie Zhang, Tao Dong

“…Summary: How cells orchestrate the quantity and location while building complex intracellular machinery remains a fundamental biological question. …”
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The Effectiveness of Instruction Based on the Four-Component Instructional Design (4C-ID) Model on Meaningful Learning and Critical Thinking in Sixth-Grade Students of Ardabil by Nader Heidari Raziabad, Vahid Rahimzadeh, Ali Khaleghkhah

“…Educational design is a teaching and learning tool that makes educational materials more effective and efficient (Qasemi Samani et al., 2020). The theoretical perspective of the model (4C-ID) is that complex skill training should be guided by principles that promote learning and transfer of learning (Wade & et al, 2020). …”
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Independence of the dynamic grid of finite elements for the calculation of the aerodynamic resistance of linehaul trains by D.B. Beherskyi, I.V. Vitiuk, O.A. Levkivskyi, O.O. Bahinskyi, A.O. Koval

“…The dynamic grid was chosen because it allows changing the grid structure during simulation, which is important for accurately reflecting complex aerodynamic processes, such as turbulent flows and variable shocks on surfaces. …”
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Proxy Model for EFDT Formtion Testing Sampling Basedon Numerical Simulation by YU Qiang, ZHOU Yanmin, CHU Xiaodong, NIE Yiying, ZUO Youxiang, KONG Sun, ZHOU Minggao

“…With the development of formation testing technology, fluid sampling can be completed in complex environments. However, only using the downhole fluid analysis sensor data can not accurately quantify the pollution degree of oil reservoir under the condition of oil-based drilling fluid filtrate. …”
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Nonlocal Huygens’ meta-lens for high-quality-factor spin-multiplexing imaging by Jin Yao, Yubin Fan, Yunhui Gao, Rong Lin, Zhihui Wang, Mu Ku Chen, Shumin Xiao, Din Ping Tsai

“…Leveraging these effects, the output polarization-converted state exhibits an efficient wavelength-selective focusing phase profile. …”
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Microscopic-Level Collaborative Optimization Framework for Integrated Arrival-Departure and Surface Operations: Integrated Runway and Taxiway Aircraft Sequencing and Scheduling by Chaoyu Xia, Yi Wen, Minghua Hu, Hanbing Yan, Changbo Hou, Weidong Liu

“…Integrated arrival–departure and surface scheduling (IADS) is a critical research task in next-generation air traffic management that aims to harmonize the complex and interrelated processes of airspace and airport operations in the Metroplex. …”
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Technology-based challenges of informal clinical communication in an Australian tertiary referral hospital: a survey-based assessment of user perspectives by Graeme K Hart, Nicole Hosking, Lorelle Martin, Julia Todd

“…Process mapping of ICC indicated a paucity of relevant policy and procedures to govern ICC practices, with highly variable and overly complex processes.Aims To document the technology used in informal communication between clinical and/or administrative staff.To document the self-perceived impact on staff of current communications methods.To document the self-perceived potential efficiency and safety impact of current communications methods.To identify key factors for consideration in organisation-wide informal clinical communication improvement.Method Multidisciplinary online staff cross-sectional survey using Microsoft Forms.Results 115 self-selected clinical and administrative staff completed the survey. …”
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Thermocoagulation of resection surfaces of parenchymal organs using a new source of ultrahigh frequency energy (experimental study) by G. G. Gorokhov, A. V. Strikovskiy, L. V. Shkalova, V. E. Zagaynov

“…The choice of the microwave range is due to the higher efficiency of power supply to the heat­ing area. Based on the prototype of a medical microwave complex developed in 2011 for thermal effects on biological tissues (RF Patent 2481080. 2011), a prototype of a microwave coagulator for working with parenchymal organs was created. …”
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Nutrigenomic and Nutritional Analyses Reveal the Effects of Pelleted Feeds on Asian Seabass (Lates calcarifer). by Si Yan Ngoh, Daniel Tan, Xueyan Shen, Purushothaman Kathiresan, Junhui Jiang, Woei Chang Liew, Natascha May Thevasagayam, Hsiao Yuen Kwan, Jolly M Saju, Sridatta R S Prakki, Chin Heng Goh, Hong Ching Wong, Tai Teck Chan, Miklós Mézes, László Orbán

“…When the liver-based transcriptomes were analyzed, a complex set of differentially expressed genes were detected between groups fed pelleted feeds and controls as well as among the pellet-fed groups themselves. …”
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Development of a mathematical model for microbial consumption of glucose and fructose during cocoa (Theobroma cacao L.) fermentation process by Daniel López-Puentes, Franyer López-Valiente, Daniel Rojas-Rodriguez, Diana Arias-Moreno

“…Cocoa fermentation is a complex, multi-step process involving microbial communities that play a key role in developing the flavor and aroma of chocolate. …”
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Using zoobenthos and ichthyofauna as test objects for the quality of surface waters polluted with heavy metals by V. V. Butsiak

“…The assessment of the quality indicators of water bodies largely depends on the reliability and efficiency of control. Instrumental control methods do not allow for assessing the complex impact of xenobiotics present in water on the water body's ecosystem. …”
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Research on Three-Axis Vibration Characteristics and Vehicle Axle Shape Identification of Cement Pavement Under Heavy Vehicle Loads Based on EMD–Energy Decoupling Method by Pengpeng Li, Linbing Wang, Songli Yang, Zhoujing Ye

“…The structural integrity of cement concrete pavements, paramount for ensuring traffic safety and operational efficiency, faces mounting challenges from the escalating burden of heavy-duty vehicular traffic. …”
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Convective-Radiation Drying of Foamed Gelatin Fish Broth by Makarov A., Maksimenko Y., Dyachenko E.

“…Specific productivity of the process was selected as evaluation criterion. Results and discussion. …”
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Gray matter abnormalities and memory impairment in left mesial temporal lobe epilepsy by Agnieszka Olejnik, Aleksandra Bala, Weronika Rejner, Antonina Gottman-Narożna, Andrzej Rysz, Maja Kopytek-Beuzen, Patrycja Naumczyk, Przemysław Kunert

“…Most previous studies have focused on assessing declarative memory directly related to hippocampal functions, but emerging data suggest a decline in the efficiency of other types of memory as well. The aim of this study was to comprehensively assess various types of memory and analyze the relationship between memory performance and the volume of selected gray matter structures.MethodsIn total, 21 patients with left-MTLE and 28 age- and education-matched healthy individuals underwent neuropsychological assessment using the Wechsler Memory Scale IV (WMS-IV) to evaluate memory functioning. …”
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Moving Land Models Toward More Actionable Science: A Novel Application of the Community Terrestrial Systems Model Across Alaska and the Yukon River Basin by Yifan Cheng, Keith N. Musselman, Sean Swenson, David Lawrence, Joseph Hamman, Katherine Dagon, Daniel Kennedy, Andrew J. Newman

“…In this study, we aim to lower the barrier of using complex land models in regional applications by developing a generalizable optimization methodology and workflow for the Community Terrestrial Systems Model (CTSM), to move them toward a more Actionable Science paradigm. …”
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