The Arctan-X Family of Distributions: Properties, Simulation, and Applications to Actuarial Sciences by Ibrahim Alkhairy, M. Nagy, Abdisalam Hassan Muse, Eslam Hussam

“…A rigorous Monte Carlo simulation analysis is used to determine the efficiency of the obtained estimators. …”
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The Moderating Effect of Dynamic Capabilities and Institutional Context on Internationalization of Turkish Business Groups by Tuğba Kaplan, Kader Şahin

“…The scope of the study consists of eleven multinational TBGs with FDI exceeding 100 million USD and a two-stage mixed method was used. In the qualitative methodology, person-to-person interviews and content analysis were used for determining TBGs’ internationalization motives and DC. …”
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Optimal location and size of electric vehicle charging and discharging stations in distribution networks with integrated distributed generations by Minh Thien Vo, Thi Lan Anh Tran, Quang Ai Nguyen, Trung Khanh Tran, Ngoc Dieu Vo

“…In this study, we propose a computational model to determine the optimal location and size of EVCS applying V2G technique in a distribution network integrating distributed generation sources (DG) with the goal of minimizing active power loss, using an improved method combining the firefly algorithm with the quantum-inspired evolutionary algorithm (QBFA) to find solutions for the problem. …”
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A Hybrid Multi-Strategy Optimization Metaheuristic Algorithm for Multi-Level Thresholding Color Image Segmentation by Amir Seyyedabbasi

“…The COSGO algorithm is applied using two objective functions, Otsu’s method and Kapur’s entropy, to determine optimal multi-level thresholds. …”
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Modeling of humidity stresses in a soil half-space by E. K. Agakhanov, C. A. Agakhanov, G. E. Agakhanov

“…In order to establish a more realistic behavior of soils, the paper considers the determination of their stressstrain state, taking into account new factors, including physical influences, in particular, humidity.Method. …”
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Parametric optimization of the slot waveguide characteristics using a machine-learning approach by Yadvendra Singh, Suraj Jena, Harish Subbaraman

“…Three different ML techniques, such as artificial neural network (ANN), support vector regression (SVR), and random forest (RF), were tested to compute performance parameters for the slot waveguide. The RF method outperformed the other two with mean absolute error (MAE), root mean square error (RMSE), coefficient of determination ( $$\hbox {R}^{2}$$ ), and Nash–Sutcliffe efficiency (NSE) values corresponding $$\hbox {n}_{eff}$$ and $$\hbox {P}_{conf}$$ as 0.007, 0.054, 0.961, and 0.960, and 0.129, 0.185, 0.998, and 0.998, respectively. …”
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Motion Planning for Mobile Manipulators Based on an Improved A* Algorithm and Manipulability by Cao Yi, Zhu Boyu, Gu Chao, Zhao Zhihua, Guo Yinhui

“…Finally, a mobile manipulator system consisting of a DIY six-degree-of-freedom (DOF) manipulator and Turtlebot2 mobile platform was employed to conduct comprehensive motion planning experiments in indoor environment, which verifies the effectiveness and reliability of the proposed method.…”
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Application of Decision-Making Support Model in the Operations Planning Process at the Tactical Level by Marko Radovanović, Miša Živković, Marko Crnogorac

“…DIBR II method is used for the evaluation and determination of criteria coefficients, while the EDAS method enables choice between the most optimal COA. …”
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Process Variation in Liver, Kidney, and Pancreas Transplantation: A Multicenter Evaluation From the Consortium for the Holistic Assessment of Risk in Transplant by Alexandra T. Strauss, MD, PhD, MIE, Juan Carlos Caicedo, MD, Whitney Welsh, PhD, Rhiannon Deierhoi Reed, PhD, Elisa J. Gordon, PhD, David Taber, PharmD, Yue Harn Ng, MD, Katie Ross-Driscoll, PhD, Jesse D. Schold, PhD, Marina Serper, MD, Andrew Olson, MPP, Jessica L. Harding, PhD, Andrew Adams, PhD, Allan D. Kirk, MD, Lisa M. McElroy, MD

“…Additionally, screening of referred patients for transplant evaluation varied across centers related to screening method, screening timing/attempts, and who determines eligibility. …”
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Comparative analysis of reagent kits for DNA extraction from dry blood stains by A. V. Sedykh, M. A. Saitgalina, Yu. V. Ostankova, A. A. Totolian

“…Different DNA extraction kits offer different protocols and reagents, which may vary in efficiency and quality of extraction.The aim of our work was to perform a comparative analysis of reagent kits for DNA extraction from dried blood spots.The materials were dried blood drop samples on Guthrie cards obtained from healthy preterm infants on day 3-4 of life as part of a newborn screening program.The study methods included spectrophotometric analysis to determine the concentration and purity of DNA, the simplicity of protocols, the duration of isolation, and the possibility of automating the process were also evaluated. …”
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Kinetic study into the phosphorus release and carbon conversion behavior of sewage sludge coke during gasification by Eric Franke, Sergei Shalnev, Felix Küster, Martin Gräbner

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Prokaryotic Expression of Coat Protein Gene of Grapevine Berry Inner Necrosis Virus and Preparation of Its Polyclonal Antibody by Xiaolong Deng, Zhilei Wang, Nian Wang, Haiting Zhao, Lang Qin, Runzhou Jiang, Meng Yuan, Xijun Chen, Zhen He

“…Therefore, this study prepared CP^GINV antiserum and established an efficient, rapid, sensitive, accurate, and high-throughput diagnostic method, providing a foundational approach for the prevention and control of vitis viral diseases.…”
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The influence of key parts of hydraulic roof cutting and roof fracture behavior in mining roadway by Yukun LIN, Jiangwei LIU, Yaoyou LIU, Changyou LIU

“…Large deformations caused by mining intersections that could result in destabilisation of the perimeter rock structure of the adjacent working face roadway, which made the roadway difficult to maintain and seriously restricted the safe and efficient production of coal resources. In view of this, a method of hydraulic fracturing on the stress transfer path was prop-osed to destroy the rock mass structure in the designated area, thereby reducing the stress in the surrou-nding rock of the roadway and controlling the stability of the surrounding rock of the roadway. …”
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CONCEPTUAL MODEL OF PROJECT-ORIENTED MANAGEMENT OF EDUCATIONAL ACTIVITIES OF HIGHER EDUCATION INSTITUTIONS by Varvara Piterska, Oleh Lohinov, Liliia Lohinova

“…The subject matter of the article is the methods, models and mechanisms of project-oriented management of the educational activities of higher education institutions. …”
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Improving Small Businesses Taxation in Agro-Industrial Sector by V. A. Tsvetkov, O. D. Protsenko, M. N. Dudin, N. V. Lyasnikov

“…Also, the methods of content empirical analysis of international sources on this topic have been used. …”
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Civil structural health monitoring and machine learning: a comprehensive review by Asraar Anjum, Meftah Hrairi, Abdul Aabid, Norfazrina Yatim, Maisarah Ali

“…This comprehensive review aims to clarify the array of ML-based methods employed in civil engineering, specifically focusing on their efficacy in strengthening energy efficiency and cost-effectiveness. …”
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Unboxing: Exploring the Challenges of Green Supply Chain Initiatives in Thailand by Wethaya Faijaidee, Sajjakaj Jomnonkwao, Pornsiri Jongkol

“…This study addresses the gap by investigating these barriers within the Thai context, providing actionable insights for policymakers and businesses. <i>Methods:</i> A mixed-methods approach was employed, including a survey of 480 business owners, executives, and supply chain employees, and expert analysis using Interpretive Structural Modeling (ISM). …”
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Insurance industry and China’s regional economic development by X. Xie

“…The tasks of the study are to analyze the contribution of the insurance industry to the economic development of China and the impact of property and life insurance on economic growth in the region. The author applies methods such as literature analysis and empirical research. …”
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An investigation of the relationship between conflict management and job satisfaction among employees of Kerman hospitals by A Ameryoun, M shahabinejad, M shamsi, S Haydari

“…Conclusion: According to the results of the present research, managers must recognize the methods of conflict management and also use a special way to increase job satisfaction and efficiency in their healthcare centers based on the environmental conditions and moral characteristics of their employees.…”
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Analysis of energy costs for shunting operations performed by electric locomotives by Kirill M. Popov

“…The discussion of the use of such locomotives should take into account the power consumption figures achieved by mainline electric locomotives of the existing series in shunting operations.Materials and Methods. The paper uses statistical methods to analyse power consumption on driver’s routes for 2023 and processes registered on-board data of electric locomotives involved in shunting operations for individual driver’s shifts. …”
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