Bio-Inspired Metaheuristics in Deep Learning for Brain Tumor Segmentation: A Decade of Advances and Future Directions by Shoffan Saifullah, Rafał Dreżewski, Anton Yudhana, Wahyu Caesarendra, Nurul Huda

“…Accurate segmentation of brain tumors in magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) remains a challenging task due to heterogeneous tumor structures, varying intensities across modalities, and limited annotated data. Deep learning has significantly advanced segmentation accuracy; however, it often suffers from sensitivity to hyperparameter settings and limited generalization. …”
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NanoBinder: a machine learning assisted nanobody binding prediction tool using Rosetta energy scores by Palistha Shrestha, Chandana S. Talwar, Jeevan Kandel, Kwang-Hyun Park, Kil To Chong, Eui-Jeon Woo, Hilal Tayara

“…The approach bridges the gap between physics-based modeling and data-driven prediction in nanobody design.…”
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Requirements for Driving and Perceived Barriers to Accessing Eye Care Services; a Comparative Study of Government and Commercial Drivers in Southwestern Nigeria by Adefisoye Oluwaseun Adewole, Abiodun Oladejo Egwuenu, Simeon Whenayon Ajisegiri, Adeleye Abiodun Adeomi, Oluwatosin Adediran Adeoye, Moses Katbi

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The positive association between the atherogenic index of plasma and the risk of new-onset hypertension: a nationwide cohort study in China by Yue Yuan, Jing Shi, Wei Sun, Xiangqing Kong

“…The AIP is a logarithmically transformed ratio of triglycerides to high-density lipoprotein cholesterol in molar concentration. Cox regression analysis was used to determine the association of AIP index with new-onset hypertension.Results After the six-year follow-up, 1054 (33.4%) participants developed new-onset hypertension. …”
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DETERMINING LINGUISTIC IDENTITY OF ETHNIC GROUPS AS THE INFLUENCING FACTOR ON EDUCATIONAL ACTIVITY (CASE STUDY OF REPRESENTATIVES LIVING IN THE SOUTH OF THE TYUMEN REGION) by I. K. Tsalikova, S. V. Pakhotina

“…The main research methods involve: contentanalysis of legislative acts and documents; participant and non-participant observation over the migrants’ children during individual work on teaching the Russian and English languages; qualitative and quantitative analysis; the survey methods, including the expert questionnaires, conducted by specially developed techniques.Results and scientific novelty. …”
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Association between multimorbidity and having less than 20 natural teeth among Chinese older adults: a cross-sectional study by Yi Wu, Hui Liu, Yue Qin, HaoRan Chen, Junling Ma, Mei Yin, Lei Shi, Yang Fu

“…This study aimed to analyze the association between multimorbidity and having less than 20 natural teeth in older Chinese adults. The data for this analysis were obtained from the Chinese Longitudinal Healthy Longevity Survey (CLHLS), which covers 23 provinces, municipalities, and autonomous regions throughout China. …”
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Growth rate and meat quality of guinea fowl kept in farm conditions by Vladimir A. Zabiyakin, Sergey A. Zamyatin

“…The large live weight noted by us in linear poultry is the reason for their better meat productivity, which is directly related to an increase in the absolute mass of the eviscerated carcass, its edible parts, muscles and bones. Based on the data obtained, the optimal age of poultry slaughter for meat was determined at 10-12 weeks of life.…”
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Efficacy of n-tyrozol medication for regeneration stimulation of lip mucous membrane at experimental stomatitis by Nataliia N. Baitinger, Elena Yu. Varakuta, Liliia R. Mustafina, Anastasiia D. Koniaeva, Sergei V. Logvinov, Mark B. Plotnikov, Alexandr V. Gerasimov, Alexei V. Potapov

“…When modeling chemical stomatitis in rats by applying 5% solution of caustic sodium to the mucous membrane of the lip, the development of inflammation was observed. The local application of the gel based on n-tyrosol was carried out three times a day for 12 days.Histological and macroscopic examination was performed on the 3rd, 7th and 12th days. …”
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Features of polymorbid pathology in patients with autoimmune bullous dermatosis by M. A. Ufimtseva, N. V. Izmozherova, E. P. Gurkovskaya, Yu. M. Bochkarev

“…Clinical and epidemiological data were taken into account, the main and concomitant diagnoses were determined in accordance with ICD X. …”
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Gender differences in awareness and practices of cancer prevention recommendations in Korea: a cross-sectional survey by Yoonjoo Choi, Naeun Kim, Jin-Kyoung Oh, Yoon-Jung Choi, Bohyun Park, Byungmi Kim

“…This study investigated the relationship of the awareness and practice rates of cancer prevention recommendations with gender and socioeconomic status. METHODS We used data from the Korean National Cancer Prevention Awareness and Practice Survey (2023). …”
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Fit accuracy and fracture resistance evaluation of advanced lithium disilicate crowns (in- vitro study) by Amro Khalil Fayed, Amir Shoukry Azer, Rewaa Gaber AboElhassan

“…However, limited data on the fit accuracy and fracture resistance of these materials restricts their wider application in clinical restorative practices. …”
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Calculation of Correction Factors for Vickers’ Hardness Measurements on a Non-Planar Surface by S. G. Sandomirski, A. L. Val’ko, S. P. Rudenko

“…This is illustrated by the above numerical data and an example of the use of the method.The obtained formulas for calculation of correction coefficients K when measuring hardness HV on spherical and cylindrical (concave and convex) surfaces are reasonable to use for automatic calculation of HV on items with a non-planar surface.…”
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Adapting to climate change: strategies and perspectives from humanitarian health workers – A qualitative study by Patricia Nayna Schwerdtle, Carol Devine, Astrid Berner-Rodoreda, Shannon A. McMahon, Kate Bärnighausen

“…Conducted in English, French, Spanish, Portuguese, and Arabic, the interviews focused on identifying adaptation solutions to address climate-related health impacts at individual, community, and organizational levels. Data were analysed using a hybrid coding approach, combining deductive and inductive techniques informed by framework analysis. …”
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The impact of prudent financial policies on the urban–rural household health expenditure disparity: evidence from China by Wenxin Zou, Zihui Dai, Xijie Li

“…IntroductionWith the rapid development of China’s financial markets, the impact of proactive financial policies on household health investment has drawn significant attention, yet little is known about the effects of prudent financial policies on household health expenditures. …”
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Non-surgical treatment of cervical radiculopathy in outpatient settings. Case report by Aleksei I. Isaikin, Ekaterina K. Kerimova, Kinan Mouki

“…When assessing radicular compression, neuroimaging data should be interpreted only in the context of clinical presentation. …”
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Assessment of Functional Capacity of Immune System in Patients with Multiple Sclerosis using QuantiFERON Monitor by Zbysek Pavelek, Ondrej Soucek, Jan Krejsek, Ilona Sejkorova, Oldrich Vysata, Blanka Klimová, Francesco Angelucci, Pavel Stourac, Martin Valis, Marek Peterka, Lukáš Sobisek, Michal Novotny

“…The QuantiFERON®-Monitor (QFM) is an assay that measures interferon-γ production and was developed to provide an objective marker of complex immune response. …”
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Exploring tuberculosis patients’ preferences for AI-assisted remote health management services in China: a protocol for a discrete choice experiment by Qian Fu, Xiaojun Wang, Luo Xu, Dong Lang, Rongping Huang

“…The findings will inform the development of patient-centred AI-assisted TB management strategies and contribute to broader policy discussions on AI integration in TB care. …”
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The impact and cost-effectiveness of user fee exemption by contracting out essential health package services in Malawi by Wu Zeng, Daxin Sun, Henry Mphwanthe, Tianwen Huan, Jae Eun Nam, Pascal Saint-Firmin, Gerald Manthalu, Suneeta Sharma, Arin Dutta

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The impact of psychological torque on suicidal ideation in elite athletes: the mediating role of psychological distress and the moderating role of sense of belonging by Tianpei Li, Lumin Liu, Duo Zhang, Jin Hwang

“…Methods A total of 308 elite athletes were recruited as participants. Data were collected through online questionnaires, including demographic information, psychological torque Scale, psychological distress Scale, Sense of Belonging Scale, and Suicidal Ideation Scale. …”
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Solutions for Preventing Patient Falls in Hospitals: A Scoping Review by Marziyeh Najafi, Roya Rajaee, Hojjat Rahmani, Behrooz Pouragha, Nazanin Sheikh Mohammadi, Ghasem Rajabi Vasokolaei

“…In the final stage, we consulted with 18 experts using the Delphi method to gather their opinions. The data were analyzed using the thematic analysis method. …”
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