Aryana-bs: context-aware alignment of bisulfite-sequencing reads by Hassan Nikaein, Ali Sharifi-Zarchi, Afsoon Afzal, Saeedeh Ezzati, Farzane Rasti, Hamidreza Chitsaz, Govindarajan Kunde-Ramamoorthy

“…To further refine alignment accuracy, an optional Expectation-Maximization (EM) step is incorporated, which integrates methylation probability information into the decision-making process for choosing the optimal index for each read. …”
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Multiparametric performance comparison of dental composites for clear aligner attachments by Yunlin Guan, Jiarong Xu, Junhong Qiu, Hao Cai, Wenxuan Xia, Zhou Ye, Ting Sang

“…Abstract Background As clear aligner technology (CAT) gains prominence, the performance of composite attachments - critical devices for optimizing aligner retention and tooth movement control - require systematic evaluation. …”
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Applications of Multi-Criteria Decision Making in Information Systems for Strategic and Operational Decisions by Mitra Madanchian, Hamed Taherdoost

“…Theoretical guidelines are suggested to align the type of decision with an appropriate MCDM strategy. …”
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Data visualization of complex research systems aligned with the sustainable development goals by Francisco Carlos Paletta, Audilio Gonzalez-Aguilar, Lise Verlaet

“…This study presents a methodological framework for visualizing the alignment between complex research systems and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), using CIRAD as a case study. …”
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An AI-Based Decision Support System Utilizing Bayesian Networks for Judicial Decision-Making by Zlatan Morić, Vedran Dakić, Siniša Urošev

“…Judicial decision-making in continental law systems requires carefully evaluating complex, interdependent evidence while ensuring consistency and fairness. …”
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Legal Alignments for Post-Divorce Muallaf Women in the Multicultural Society of Manado City by Suprijati Sarib, M. Alimashariyanto

“…This study analysed the legal alignment for post-divorce muallaf women through the decision of the Religious Courts and the extent of its implementation for post-divorce muallaf women in Manado City. …”
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Privacy Ethics Alignment in AI: A Stakeholder-Centric Framework for Ethical AI by Ankur Barthwal, Molly Campbell, Ajay Kumar Shrestha

“…Drawing on comparative thematic analysis, this study introduces the Privacy–Ethics Alignment in AI (PEA-AI) model, which conceptualizes privacy decision-making as a dynamic negotiation among stakeholders. …”
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Kinaesthetic empathy through the lens of the cinematographer: physiological and phenomenological alignments in the act of creation by William Primett, Ksenia Mukhina, Mehmet Burak Yilmaz, Willeke Rietdijk, Willeke Rietdijk, Pia Tikka

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The Historical Evolution and Significance of Multiple Sequence Alignment in Molecular Structure and Function Prediction by Chenyue Zhang, Qinxin Wang, Yiyang Li, Anqi Teng, Gang Hu, Qiqige Wuyun, Wei Zheng

“…Multiple sequence alignment (MSA) has evolved into a fundamental tool in the biological sciences, playing a pivotal role in predicting molecular structures and functions. …”
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Congruence of Personal and Organizational Values: Moving Beyond Practice by Jolita Vveinhardt, Evelina Gulbovaite

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MSFA-BEVNet: Optimization of BEV Scene Recognition Driven by Multiscale Feature Fusion and Alignment by Xiubin Cao, Yifan Li, Hongwei Li

“…Scene understanding and multisource data fusion are critical challenges in autonomous self-driving systems.In particular, optimizing information fusion strategies for three-dimensional Bird’s Eye View (BEV) scene recognition tasks is crucial for accurate perception and decision-making in dynamic environments. This study proposes a novel architecture that integrates multiscale feature extraction and crossmodal structural alignment to enhance the representation and detection capabilities of BEV features. …”
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Expert of Experts Verification and Alignment (EVAL) Framework for Large Language Models Safety in Gastroenterology by Mauro Giuffrè, Kisung You, Ziteng Pang, Simone Kresevic, Sunny Chung, Ryan Chen, Youngmin Ko, Colleen Chan, Theo Saarinen, Milos Ajcevic, Lory S. Crocè, Guadalupe Garcia-Tsao, Ian Gralnek, Joseph J. Y. Sung, Alan Barkun, Loren Laine, Jasjeet Sekhon, Bradly Stadie, Dennis L. Shung

“…Abstract Large language models generate plausible text responses to medical questions, but inaccurate responses pose significant risks in medical decision-making. Grading LLM outputs to determine the best model or answer is time-consuming and impractical in clinical settings; therefore, we introduce EVAL (Expert-of-Experts Verification and Alignment) to streamline this process and enhance LLM safety for upper gastrointestinal bleeding (UGIB). …”
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Theology of Decision-making and Artificial Intelligence by Methody Zinkovskiy

“…God’s eternal sentence may be regarded as the source of theology of decision-making. An important role in the process of taking decisions by an individual is played by the hypostatic and synthetic character of knowledge together with aspects of personality, which are refl ected by the terms πρόσωπον and ¤πόστασις and which are understood as the “centre” of decision-making. …”
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A Unified Deep-Domain Adaptation Framework: Advancing Feature Separability and Local Alignment by Pranav Kumar, Jimson Mathew, Rakesh Kumar Sanodiya, Avinash Kumar Chouhan, Rahul Reddy Bukkasamudram, Chandra Sai Teja Adhikarla

“…Angular loss enhances feature discrimination through angular alignment, whereas LMMD equalizes local data distributions across domains, and entropy minimization refines the decision boundaries. …”
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Research on Link Alignment and Signal Detection Technologies for Cross-water Visible Light Communication by YAN Hongqiang, JIANG Ming

“…Upon the aligned optical link between the transmitter and receiver, we further design a signal detection scheme based on a wind speed estimator and a channel classifier operating in a channel with unknown wind speeds.…”
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Does the coronal plane alignment of the ankle and subtalar joints normalize after total knee arthroplasty? by Katsuki Yamaguchi, Tatsuya Sakai, Masanori Fujii, Satoshi Takashima, Shuichi Eto, Yosuke Matsumura, Satomi Nagamine, Hirofumi Tanaka

“…These findings highlight the biomechanical interdependence between the knee and hindfoot and may guide surgical decision-making and patient-specific alignment strategies.…”
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Survey Relationship between IT-business Alignment and Business Performance: Using Structural Equation Model by amir manian, Mohammad Mosakhani, Mona Jamporazmey

“…The fervent debate concerning IT productivity–or lack of such productivity- named productivity paradox persuade us to survey relationship between IT–business alignment and business performance. The purpose of this research is to investigate whether IT-business alignment could have a decisive influence on their performance in IT-base firms by adopting a contingency theory perspective and operationalizing the fit systemically. …”
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Green banking initiatives: The role of CSR in aligning with the SDGs and shaping sustainable consumer choices by Hao Wu, Norzieiriani Ahmad, Nazlina Zakaria

“…This study examines how corporate social responsibility (CSR) influences green purchase intentions in the banking services, aligning with the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). …”
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Assessment of Patient-Reported Outcomes in the Use of Clear Aligners Compared to Conventional Fixed Braces by Kakarla Subbaraju, Jashan Deep Goyal, Vijeta Patri, Pragyna Panigrahi, Mahishi G. Suthar, Praveen Kumar Varma, Afreen Kauser

“…Understanding PROs can guide treatment decisions for better patient-centered care. Methods: A comparative study involving 150 orthodontic patients treated with either clear aligners or conventional braces was conducted. …”
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Setting the course: aligning European Union marine pollution policy ambitions with environmental realities by Lisa I. Devriese, Thomas J. Verleye, Thomais Vlachogianni, Thomas Maes, Ben Boteler, Linda Del Savio, Andy M. Booth, Kathrin Kopke

“…This paper presents five actionable recommendations to strengthen marine environmental policy, emphasizing the need for better alignment between EU ambitions and environmental realities. …”
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