Unraveling the metabolic landscape of Exophiala spinifera strain FM: Model reconstruction, insights into biodesulfurization and beyond. by Hamta Babaei Naeij, Zahra Etemadifar, John Kilbane, Mohammad Hossein Karimi-Jafari, Sepideh Mofidifar

“…We focused on understanding the cost associated with metabolites in sulfur assimilation pathway to assess economic feasibility, optimize resource allocation, and guide metabolic engineering and process design. …”
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Nanoparticles in Drilling Fluids: A Review of Types, Mechanisms, Applications, and Future Prospects by Vasanth Gokapai, Prasad Pothana, Kegang Ling

“…It also reports the challenges and future potential of nanotechnology in drilling, including nanoparticle stability, environmental considerations, and cost concerns. By synthesizing current research and highlighting gaps for further study, this review intends to guide researchers and industry professionals in effectively integrating nanofluid usage to optimize drilling practices and support a more sustainable energy future.…”
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Engineered Magnetic Carbon-Based Adsorbents for the Removal of Water Priority Pollutants: An Overview by H. E. Reynel-Ávila, K. I. Camacho-Aguilar, A. Bonilla-Petriciolet, D. I. Mendoza-Castillo, H. A. González-Ponce, R. Trejo-Valencia

“…Overall, this type of magnetic adsorbents offers an alternative for facing the operational problems associated to adsorption process in water treatment. However, some gaps have been identified in the proper physicochemical characterization of these adsorbents, the development of green and low-cost preparation methods for their industrial production and commercialization, the regeneration and final disposal of spent adsorbents, and their application in the multicomponent adsorption of water pollutants.…”
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From Neural Networks to Emotional Networks: A Systematic Review of EEG-Based Emotion Recognition in Cognitive Neuroscience and Real-World Applications by Evgenia Gkintoni, Anthimos Aroutzidis, Hera Antonopoulou, Constantinos Halkiopoulos

“…Background/Objectives: This systematic review presents how neural and emotional networks are integrated into EEG-based emotion recognition, bridging the gap between cognitive neuroscience and practical applications. …”
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A Proof-of-Concept Open-Source Platform for Neural Signal Modulation and Its Applications in IoT and Cyber-Physical Systems by Arfan Ghani

“…By utilizing open-source tools, this research demonstrates a cost-effective approach, fostering innovation and bridging the gap between theoretical knowledge and practical application. …”
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A Comparative Analysis of the Usability of Consumer Graphics Cards for Deep Learning in the Aspects of Inland Navigational Signs Detection for Vision Systems by Pawel Adamski, Jacek Lubczonek

“…This article fills that gap by evaluating the performance, power consumption, and cost-effectiveness of GPUs from three leading vendors, AMD, Intel, and Nvidia, in an inland water transport (ITW) context. …”
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Design and Implementation of a Dual Uncrewed Surface Vessel Platform for Bathymetry Research Under High-Flow Conditions by Dinesh Kumar, Amin Ghorbanpour, Kin Yen, Iman Soltani

“…This includes a low-cost USV for Navigation and Control research (NAC-USV) and a second, high-end USV equipped with a high-resolution multi-beam sonar and the associated hardware for Bathymetry data quality Evaluation and Post-processing research (BEP-USV). …”
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Role of Subsurface Geo-Energy Pilot and Demonstration Sites in Delivering Net Zero by M. H. Stephenson, D. A. C. Manning, M. J. Spence, L. Stalker, Z. K. Shipton, A. A. Monaghan

“…A Geological Society conference on the “Role of subsurface research labs in delivering net zero” in February 2021 considered the value of test sites and gaps in their capability. Gaps were identified in two areas: 1) test facilities to aid the design of low cost, high resolution, unobtrusive seismic and other monitoring for a seismically noisy urban environment with a sensitive human population, for example for ATES in urban areas; and 2) a dedicated through-fault zone test site to understand fault transmissivity and reactivation. …”
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Evaluating Mobile Telecom Apps: An Integrated Fuzzy MCDM Model Using Marketing Mix by Hamzeh Mohammad Alabool

“…For example, the mismatch between what telecom providers offer in their mobile apps and customers’ marketing requirements plays a significant role in determining unmet knowledge and presentation gaps that are related to the marketing domain. This research intends to propose an integrated Fuzzy MCDM model based on 4Ps (Product, Price, Place, Promotion) and 4Cs (Customer Needs, Cost, Convenience, Communication) models for evaluating mobile telecom applications (MTAs). …”
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An Evaluation of the Tahfiz Qur’an Program Using the Discrepancy Model by Vita Aulia Maryatun, Sony Zulfikasari

“…The program is considered cost-effective based on current resources and benefits delivered. …”
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Facility-based care of small and sick newborns: experiences with establishing a neonatal special care unit in Somaliland by Espen Heen, Ketil Størdal, Abdirashid Abdi, Frøydis V Walmann, Karen M Lundeby

“…There is a need to identify broad packages of high-quality and low-cost, sustainable interventions suitable for scale-up in fragile states and high burden countries. …”
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When Multimodal Large Language Models Meet Computer Vision: Progressive GPT Fine-Tuning and Stress Testing by Konstantinos I. Roumeliotis, Nikolaos D. Tselikas, Dimitrios K. Nasiopoulos

“…Each phase was rigorously evaluated for training duration, computational cost, loss metrics, and validation performance. Predictions were assessed using accuracy, precision, recall, and F1-score metrics while closely monitoring prediction costs and processing time. …”
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Building photonic links for microwave quantum processors by Zhao Han

“…Various frequency conversion approaches are investigated to efficiently bridge the enormous electromagnetic frequency gap while preserving quantum coherence. Nonetheless, high-fidelity entanglement generation between remote quantum processing units has remained out of reach to date. …”
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Production of high-performance drilling fluid additive converting and valorization palm frond waste into a value-added derived Carboxymethyl Cellulose (CMC) by Amani Abdelgadir Mohammed, Ahmed Abdelaziz Ibrahim Elrayah

“…The feasibility of transforming agricultural waste into a value-added product is demonstrated by this study, presenting a novel and eco-conscious approach to CMC synthesis and its application in drilling fluids. By bridging the gap between agricultural waste management and industrial material requirements, this work contributes to waste valorisation, enhanced resource efficiency, and the potential for reduced operational expenditures within the oil and gas sector, where the development of sustainable and cost-effective alternatives to conventional, potentially toxic and non-biodegradable drilling fluid additives is necessitated.…”
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Thermal Conductive Polyamide-6/Polyolefin Elastomer/Aluminum Nitride/Aluminum Oxide Composites by Marjan Shahmir, Shervin Ahmadi, Hassan Arabi

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Enhancing Coverage and Efficiency in Wireless Sensor Networks: A Review of Optimization Techniques by Rajasekaran S, Shaik Mastan Vali

“…The research aims to synthesize existing knowledge on WSN coverage optimization, identify gaps in current strategies, and guide future studies in this field. …”
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Machine Learning Applications in Gray, Blue, and Green Hydrogen Production: A Comprehensive Review by Xuejia Du, Shihui Gao, Gang Yang

“…By highlighting trends, key methodologies, and current gaps, this study offers strategic guidance for future research and development in intelligent hydrogen systems aimed at achieving sustainable and cost-effective energy solutions.…”
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Enhancing Cloud Detection in Polar Regions Using Combined Spectral and Textural Features for Landsat 8/9 OLI Imagery by Xinran Shen, Teng Li, Chong Liu, Shaoyin Wang, Lei Zheng, Qi Liang, Xiao Cheng, Jiaqi Yao

“…Remote sensing is a cost-effective and efficient method for studying polar regions. …”
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State-of-the-Art Review on the Application of Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) in Power Line Inspections: Current Innovations, Trends, and Future Prospects by Bongumsa Mendu, Nhlanhla Mbuli

“…Unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) make power line inspections more safe, efficient, and cost-effective, replacing risky manual checks and expensive helicopter surveys while overcoming challenges like stability and regulations. …”
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The Lost and Forgotten Lesson of German Reunification and How It Can Relaunch the European Union Project by Florin Bonciu

“…This paper draws a parallel between the European Union’s attempt to assist its member states and regions in reducing development gaps and the German reunification process after 1990 by suggesting a master plan that might relaunch the European Union’s project, with a large support of the European citizens and along with that solving issues like economic growth and unemployment. …”
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