Comparison of the Effect of Different Microbial Agents on the Decomposition of Rice Straw by Yufei Li, Kaifeng Shuai, Juan Li, Xinyu Hu, Guanghui Chen

“…This research provides a new viewpoint for the efficient utilization of straw resources.…”
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Multi-Strategy Fusion Path Planning Algorithm for Autonomous Surface Vessels with Dynamic Obstacles by Yongshun Xie, Chengyong Liu, Yixiong He, Yong Ma, Kang Liu

“…The enhanced FMM improves the overall optimality and safety of the determined path in comparison to the conventional approach. …”
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Repositioning Small and Medium Scale Enterprises for Growth: Focus on Rural Women Entrepreneurs in Abia State, Nigeria by Elsie N. Alozie

“…This paper assessed the ways in which rural women SMEs can be repositioned for maximum growth, based on two objectives: to examine the factors that affect rural women SMEs; and to ascertain the determinants of growth of rural women SMEs. The paper utilized survey research method, and deployed a structured questionnaire based on the 5-point Likert scale. 250 participants were drawn for the study, while face and content validity techniques were employed. …”
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Generalized Toric Codes on Twisted Tori for Quantum Error Correction by Zijian Liang, Ke Liu, Hao Song, Yu-An Chen

“…The Kitaev toric code is widely considered one of the leading candidates for error correction in fault-tolerant quantum computation. However, direct methods to increase its logical dimensions, such as lattice surgery or introducing punctures, often incur prohibitive overheads. …”
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Clinical and economic evaluation of the effectiveness of modern strategies for screening and early diagnosis of cervical cancer in the Russian Federation by Zh. V. Khaylova, V. V. Omelyanovskiy, R. A. Teryan, D. G. Shchurov, I. A. Mikhailov, Yu. I. Komarov, A. D. Kaprin

“…Aim. To determine the most appropriate strategy for screening and early diagnosis of cervical cancer in the Russian Federation in terms of clinical (diagnostic) and cost-effectiveness.Materials and methods. …”
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Real Time Estimation of the Wind Speed Components Based on Measurement Data from Satellite Navigationand Barometric Measurements by Oleg N. Korsun, Moung Htang Om

“…By integrating these diverse sources of information, the proposed algorithm using parametric identification method achieves remarkable accuracy in determining the crucial parameters, i.e. wind speed components, necessary for flight operations. …”
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Thermo-hydraulic performance analysis of multi-layer porous fin microchannels by Arash Emadi, Mohammad Mahdi Heyhat

“…This study investigates the thermal performance improvements of multi-layer porous fins compared to solid and single-layer porous fins. A simulation method is utilized to determine the effects of different porous properties and height ratios on thermo-hydraulic performance. …”
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Simulation of the of the DeepLabv3 neural network learning process for the agricultural fields segmentation by A. F. Rogachev, I. S. Belousov

“…Objective. Monitoring and determining the state of crops in agricultural production requires the use and improvement of neural network methods of artificial intelligence.The aim of the study is to create a mathematical model of the learning process of the DeepLabV3 neural network for intelligent analysis and segmentation of agricultural fields.Method. …”
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The Influence of Financing, Financing Risk and Liquidity Risk on the Profitability of Private Islamic Commercial Banks (BUS) in Indonesia by Wiwik Fitria Ningsih, Yuniorita Indah Handayani

“…The study used is quantitative explanatory method. The data used are derived from annual financial reports of Private Sharia Commercial Banks. …”
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Evolution and significance of banking distribution channels by Marcin Jóźwiak

“…The study will seek to answer the research question of what the evolution of distribution channels for banking products and services entails and what determines it. Methodology. In analysing the banking distribution channels, the method of review and critical, descriptive and comparative analysis of the literature and reports of the banking sector was used. …”
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A Contemporaneous Statistical Note on E-Commerce Adoption in Romania – Based SMEs by Gerard Cazaba, Dorel Mihai Paraschiv, Adrian Cantemir Călin, Oana Cristina Popovici

“…Using the online questionnaire survey method and the principal component analysis, we draw a comprehensive picture of Romanian SMEs with E-commerce activities, with reference to the determinants and barriers of E-commerce adoption, benefits emerged with the use of E-commerce and main problems in the E-commerce development. …”
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A Hybrid Approach for Reachability Analysis of Complex Software Systems Using Fuzzy Adaptive Particle Swarm Optimization Algorithm and Rule Composition by Nahid Salimi, Seyfollah Soleimani, Vahid Rafe, Davood Khodadad

“…Furthermore, it explored 32.7% fewer states on average than the hybrid method based on Particle Swarm Optimization and Gravitational Search Algorithms, and 57.4% fewer states compared to Genetic Algorithms, indicating improved search efficiency. …”
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Theoretical and Experimental Antiscaling Performance Study of Several Inhibitors to Prevent Barium Sulfate Formation during Water Injection in Oil Reservoirs by Haitao Li, Ran Li

“…The injection of scale inhibitors in the process of water flooding is the main method to combat scale build-up. Efficiency of inhibitor or adsorption between inhibitor and scale is the key factor that determines success or failure of the scale inhibitor squeeze treatments. …”
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A case study on the site supervisory attributes in construction labour management, performance assessment and productivity measurement practices by Kesavan Manoharan, Pujitha Dissanayake, Chintha Pathirana, Dharsana Deegahawature, Renuka Silva

“…Findings – The mean performance scores of supervisors indicate proficient-level grades in the competency characteristics related to applying efficient labour management procedures and developing-level grades in designing productivity measurement tools, performing assessments on efficiency and productivity and proposing enhancement practices on efficiency and productivity for site operations. …”
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Modeling the Dynamic Loads Affecting a Bridge Crane during Start-Up by I. R. Antipas

“…By reducing the impact of dynamic loads during the start-up, the overall performance and longevity of a bridge crane can be improved, ultimately enhancing safety and efficiency of the industrial operations. The present research offers a new approach to improving the efficiency and safety of industrial operations by providing a more precise account of the dynamic loads during the start-up of a bridge crane. …”
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Transition Mechanism Design for Wind Power Participating in Energy Markets by WU Yang, LU Zhilin, ZHU Wenjing, LIU Shuangquan, LENG Yuan, ZHU Xinchun, LIU Mingbo

“…To enhance computational efficiency， the check-add method is applied to address the capacity constraints of the transmission lines when solving the bi-level programming model. …”
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Characterization of phage HZY2308 against Acinetobacter baumannii and identification of phage-resistant bacteria by Ruilin Wang, Xiaojuan You, Xinwei Liu, Bing Fei, Yifan Li, Dan Wang, Rui Zhu, Yongwei Li

“…Moreover, the antibacterial effect of phage HZY2308 in combination with antibiotics was investigated, and the apparent characteristics of phage-resistant strain AB48-R were demonstrated, which provided data support for further studies to elucidate the mechanism of generating phage resistance. Methods Phage HZY2308 was isolated by double agar plate method using clinical strain AB48 as the host bacterium. …”
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Genetic segregation of chlorophyll content and light compensation point in a hybrid grapevine population by JI Xiaohao, LIU Fengzhi, WANG Xiaodi, WANG Xiaolong, SHI Meng, WANG Zhiqiang, WANG Haibo

“…Chlorophyll content was determined using the colorimetric method, and the light response curves were measured using a Li6400 photosynthesis system. …”
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AN EVALUATION OF FACTORS AFFECTING THE SELECTION OF MEDICAL SPECIALTIES by Ayşe Nur Balcı Yapalak, Abdullah Uçar, Servet Yüce, Ömer Ataç

“…Background: Coherence between the manpower needs in healthcare and factors which determine the specialization preferences of medical faculty students (MFS) is very important for efficiency. …”
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Comparative analysis of efficacy and safety of transurethral and vesicoscopic surgery of primary vesicoureteral reflux in children by A. V. Pirogov, V. V. Sizonov, M. I. Kogan

“…Research interest in vesicoureteral reflux (VUR) is determined by continued dissatisfaction with the treatment results, which do not exclude the development of renal failure and hypertension. …”
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