Optimizing breast cancer ultrasound diagnosis: a comparative study of AI model performance and image resolution by Yunqing Yin, Junkui Fang, Wei Zhang, Xinying Shen

“…ObjectivesTo determine the optimal combination of artificial intelligence (AI) models and ultrasound (US) image resolutions for breast cancer diagnosis and evaluate whether this combination surpasses the diagnostic accuracy of senior radiologists.Materials and methodsWe systematically compared lightweight (MobileNet, Xception) and dense neural networks (ResNet50, DenseNet121) using three image resolutions (224 × 224, 320 × 320, 448 × 448 pixels). …”
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Delivery of Timely Adjuvant Radiation Among Veterans With Head and Neck Cancer by Jasmine Gulati, Anuja Shah, Veranca Shah, Thomas Haupt, Amanda Walsh, Jessica H. Maxwell

“…Identifying causes of delays provides an important step in addressing discrepancies between guideline‐directed care and actual care delivered. Development of efficient care pathways to increase guideline‐congruent initiation of PORT should be considered.…”
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Mirasol PRT system inactivation efficacy evaluated in platelet concentrates by bacteria-contamination model by Jocić Miodrag, Trkuljić Miroljub, Jovičić Dragana, Borovčanin Nemanja, Todorović Milena, Balint Bela

“…Methods. According to the ABO blood groups, PC units (n = 216) were pooled into 54 pools (PC-Ps). …”
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Body image dissatisfaction, depression, and anxiety in adolescents with celiac disease by Buket Daldaban Sarıca, Esra Demirci, Derya Altay, Duran Arslan

“…The present study aims to evaluate body image dissatisfaction, depression, and anxiety among adolescents with celiac disease and to draw attention to the diagnosis and management of these comorbidities.MethodsThis study was performed in Pediatric Gastroenterology unit of Erciyes University between July 2022 and June 2023. …”
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Evaluation of Different Anthropometric Indicators for Screening for Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease in Elderly Individuals by Yan Zhang, Bo Li, Nan Liu, Peixi Wang, Jinghua He

“…To explore the anthropometric indicators suitable for screening for nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) in the elderly population. Methods. This cross-sectional study screened subjects over 65 years, who had undergone a physical examination in 2019. …”
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A convolutional neural network-based deep learning approach for predicting surface chloride concentration of concrete in marine tidal zones by Mohamed Abdellatief, Mahmoud E. Abd-Elmaboud, Mohamed Mortagi, Ahmed M. Saqr

“…However, traditional assessment methods are time-consuming and impractical, necessitating advanced predictive models. …”
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«Lighting price» of cucumber yield in the winter-spring turnover of greenhouses by A. V. Kurepin, A. F. Pershin, V. N. Shevkunov

“…Among the main factors that determine the productivity of vegetable yields in protected ground, the main one is light. …”
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The Role of Environmental-Friendly Factors and Islamic Religiosity in Achieving Sustainable Consumption by Febrina Mahliza, Prita Prasetya, Riska Rosdiana, Putri Dwi Wahyuni

“…Purpose: This study examines the role of eco-friendly factors and Islamic religiosity in shaping sustainable consumption behavior among Muslim women in Indonesia who purchase eco-friendly cosmetic products. Methods: This study employed a conclusive, descriptive, and cross-sectional research design. …”
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Correlates of Overweight in Children and Adolescents Living at Different Altitudes: The Peruvian Health and Optimist Growth Study by Carla Santos, Alcibíades Bustamante, Donald Hedeker, Olga Vasconcelos, Rui Garganta, Peter T. Katzmarzyk, José Maia

“…Methods. 8568 subjects, aged 6–16 y, from the sea level, Amazon, and high-altitude regions were sampled. …”
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Recent Trends in Proxy Model Development for Well Placement Optimization Employing Machine Learning Techniques by Sameer Salasakar, Sabyasachi Prakash, Ganesh Thakur

“…The second class, i.e., a ROM, uses proper orthogonal decomposition (POD) methods to reduce the dimensionality of the problem. …”
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Preoperative identification of low-risk patients for major complications after acute hip fracture surgery in geriatric patients: an observational cohort study by Eveline de Haan, Anna de Ronde, Louis de Jong, Veronique. A. J. I. M. van Rijckevorsel, DHFR, Gert R. Roukema

“…This study aims to identify the patients’ characteristics associated with a reduced risk of major complications following acute hip fracture surgery in elderly patients. Patients and methods A prospective hip fracture database was used to obtain data for this observational cohort study. …”
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Reserve antibiotics: overcoming limitations of evidence generated from regulatory approval trials by Lorenzo Moja, Mohamed Abbas, Marlieke EA de Kraker, Veronica Zanichelli, Loice Achieng Ombajo, Mike Sharland, Benedikt Huttner

“…Substantial failures occur in generating evidence to guide routine clinical use: preapproval studies lack representativeness, select outcomes and comparators to chase statistical significance, and often avoid using prespecified analytical methods. Three recommendations are key to enhance the quality and relevance of clinical data underpinning use of last resort molecules on the WHO AWaRe Reserve list active against carbapenem-resistant MDR-B i). separation of pivotal trials from post-approval studies, which should be funded by public programs and de-linked from commercial purposes, ii). development and maintenance of a global infrastructure to conduct post-approval public health focused studies, and iii). development of trial platforms that use efficient, adaptive designs to inform clinical decision making and country level technology appraisal. …”
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The Orienteering Problem with Time Windows for Optimizing Trabzon City’s Tourism Route by Betül Kara, Ezgi Öztürk, Minel Canbaz, Ertuğrul Ayyıldız

“…This study utilizes the analytical hierarchy process (AHP) and the technique for order preference by similarity to an ideal solution (TOPSIS), which are widely used multi-criteria decision-making (MCDM) methods, to determine the benefit scores of the visitation points. …”
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Sero-prevalence and PCR identification of lumpy skin disease virus in cattle at Mymensingh district of Bangladesh by Saad Muhammad Rafe-Ush-Shan, Ruhena Begum, Milton Roy, Muhammad Mujahidul Islam, Hemayet Hossain, Md. Shahidur Rahman Chowdhury, Md. Bashir Uddin, Md. Mahfujur Rahman, Md. Mukter Hossain

“…The findings of this study will be helpful in creating efficient methods for identifying and managing LSD in Bangladesh and avoiding the financial losses connected with dairy production.…”
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Prediction of Diabetes in Middle-Aged Adults: A Machine Learning Approach by Gideon Addo, Bismark Amponsah Yeboah, Michael Obuobi, Raphael Doh-Nani, Seidu Mohammed, David Kojo Amakye

“…Materials and Methods: This study utilized data from a previous cohort study conducted in Bangladesh. …”
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PERFORMANCE PREDICTION OF ROADHEADERS USING SUPPORT VECTOR MACHINE (SVM), FIREFLY ALGORITHM (FA) AND BAT ALGORITHM (BA) by Arash Ebrahimabadi, Alireza Afradi

“…Roadheaders play a crucial role in the excavation processes of tunnels and mines, offering efficient and precise cutting capabilities. The performance prediction of a roadheader is essential for optimizing operations and ensuring project success. …”
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The influencing factors of newly employed nurses’ adaptation in Malaysia: a structural equation modelling assessment by Hafidza Baharum, Aniza Ismail, Zainudin Awang, Lisa McKenna, Roszita Ibrahim, Zainah Mohamed, Nor Haty Hassan, Abdul Haniff Mohamad Yahaya

“…The study framework was derived and adapted from the Roy adaptation model and organisational socialisation theories. Methods This quantitative study was conducted from May 2021 to December 2021. …”
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Sleep-wake patterns of fencing athletes: a long-term wearable device study by Jiansong Dai, Xiaofeng Xu, Gangrui Chen, Jiale Lv, Yang Xiao

“…Objective Sleep is the most efficient means of recovery for athletes, guaranteeing optimal athletic performance. …”
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The diagnostic performance of impacted third molars in the mandible: A review of deep learning on panoramic radiographs by Amalia Nur Faadiya, Rini Widyaningrum, Pingky Krisna Arindra, Silviana Farrah Diba

“…This review describes the performance and prospects of deep learning for the detection, classification, and evaluation of third molar-mandibular canal relationships on panoramic radiographs. Methods: This work was conducted using three databases: PubMed, Google Scholar, and Science Direct. …”
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Managing complexity in cross-cohort classrooms: strategies for effective implementation of real-life projects by Syaamantak Das, Sridhar Iyer

“…This study addresses the overarching question: “How can a systematic model be developed and implemented to effectively manage teaching and learning through developing a real-life project in a hybrid cross-cohort environment?”.MethodsThe study was conducted within an Instructional Systems Design (ISD) course in a hybrid cross-cohort class structure. …”
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