Polydopamine-assisted RAFT polymerization of dimethylaminoethyl methacrylate for antibacterial coatings with in situ synthesized silver nanoparticles by Niloofar Shirmohammadi, Amir Rezvani-Moghaddam, Mehdi Salami-Kalajahi

“…Bacterial contamination poses a significant threat to human health, especially on surfaces of materials like medical implants and devices. Developing effective antibacterial coatings is crucial for biomedical applications. …”
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Dominant height growth modeling of Aleppo pine (Pinus halepensis Mill.) in Beni Imloul forest, northern Algeria by Dalila Kherchouche, Mostefa Goubi, Tahar Sghaier, Abdallah Bentouati, Khedidja Zeghichi, Said Slimani

“…Not justified for extreme densities, the developed growth model can cautiously be used as a forest management tool in stands with optimal densities. …”
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Physical unclonable in-memory computing for simultaneous protecting private data and deep learning models by Wenshuo Yue, Kai Wu, Zhiyuan Li, Juchen Zhou, Zeyu Wang, Teng Zhang, Yuxiang Yang, Lintao Ye, Yongqin Wu, Weihai Bu, Shaozhi Wang, Xiaodong He, Xiaobing Yan, Yaoyu Tao, Bonan Yan, Ru Huang, Yuchao Yang

“…This work represents a step towards developing safe, robust, and efficient edge neural network accelerators. …”
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WSe2 nanoflowers grown on Ti3C2Cl2 MXene for energy applications and sensing by Antonia Kagkoura, Anastasios Papavasileiou, Shuangying Wei, Filipa. M. Oliveira, Jiří Šturala, Zdeněk Sofer

“…Abstract Developing multifunctional materials for energy and sensing is challenging due to demands for high conductivity, catalytic activity, and structural stability. …”
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Semi-Implicit Continuous Newton Method for Power Flow Analysis by Ruizhi Yu, Wei Gu, Yijun Xu, Shuai Lu, Suhan Zhang

“…The proposed method succeeds the numerical robustness from the implicit CNM framework while prevents the iterative solution of nonlinear systems, hence revealing higher convergence speed and computation efficiency. We develop a novel 4-stage, 3rd-order hyper-stable SARM with an embedded 2nd-order formula for adaptive step size control. …”
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Comparative child mental health and academic outcomes after primary school teachers deliver task-shifted mental health care in India by Priscilla Giri, Molly M. Lamb, Venessa C. Fuentes, Arpana Thapa, Surekha Bhattarai, Choden Dukpa, Catherine C. Shrestha, Setareh Ekhteraei, Juliana L. Vanderburg, Breanna Windsor, Abhishek K. Rauniyar, Karen Hampanda, Bradley N. Gaynes, Rinzi Lama, Michael Matergia, Christina M. Cruz

“…We conducted a pragmatic, mixed methods, post hoc analysis using data from 2019 of an open trial of Tealeaf running in parallel with the all-EUC first step of a stepped wedge cluster randomized controlled trial (SW-CRCT). …”
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Social media food marketing landscape of children living in Republic of Srpska, Bosnia and Herzegovina: Piloting the WHO CLICK framework, results and lessons learned by Jelena Niškanović, Dragana Stojisavljević, Magdalena Muc, Mimi Tatlow-Golden, Dijana Manigoda

“…Finally, we assessed feasibility at every step of the process. Results Research capacity and coding were among the main identified challenges in the pilot. …”
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Invasiveness risk assessment of non-native species of the redbelly tilapia (Coptodon zillii, Gervais 1848) in Shadegan wetland basin by Maryam Peymani, Asghar Abdoli, Seyed Daryoush Moghaddas

“…Introduction: The introduction of invasive fish species into aquatic ecosystems causes various adverse ecological and socio-economic impacts. The first step in analyzing the effects of these species is to identify the risk.  …”
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Segmentation of ADPKD Computed Tomography Images with Deep Learning Approach for Predicting Total Kidney Volume by Ting-Wen Sheng, Djeane Debora Onthoni, Pushpanjali Gupta, Tsong-Hai Lee, Prasan Kumar Sahoo

“…<b>Methods:</b> In contrast, our work develops a step-by-step framework, which robustly handles both Non-enhanced Computed Tomography (NCCT) and Contrast-enhanced Computed Tomography (CCT) images, ensuring balanced sample utilization and consistent performance across modalities. …”
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Predicting student achievement through peer network analysis for timely personalization via generative AI by Ivica Pesovski, Petar Jolakoski, Vladimir Trajkovik, Zuzana Kubincova, Michael A. Herzog

“…For low achievers, these materials include foundational course materials, multiple-choice quizzes and supplementary materials like videos and step-by-step visualizations. The neutral group was given the option to request specific learning materials and self-assessment quizzes on demand to address their individual learning needs. …”
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Una experiencia de aprendizaje-servicio en la asignatura «Bases anatómicas y fisiológicas del movimiento» del Área de Didáctica de la Expresión Corporal (A service-learning experie... by Jesús Gil Gómez, Óscar Chiva Bartoll

“…Thus, they learned the most relevant contents in a practical and meaningful way, and at the same time they also developed their social and civic skills. The article covers, step by step, the different phases carried out in this service-learning experience implemented in the field of physical education: the design, the practical implementation and the assessment. …”
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Simplifying SARS-CoV-2 wastewater-based surveillance using an automated FDA EUA assay by Shivaprasad H. Sathyanarayana, Ashlee A. Robins, Diana M. Toledo, Torrey L. Gallagher, Gregory J. Tsongalis, Jacqueline A. Hubbard, Joel A. Lefferts, Isabella W. Martin

“…Compared to standard, labor-intensive, multi-step methods currently in use for wastewater surveillance testing, an off-label use of an FDA EUA assay on an automated platform offers a sample-to-answer testing requiring less labor and a faster turnaround time.…”
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Multi-Stage Data Processing for Enhancing Korean Cattle (Hanwoo) Weight Estimations by Automated Weighing Systems by Dong-Hyeon Kim, Jae-Woo Song, Hyunjin Cho, Mingyung Lee, Dae-Hyun Lee, Seongwon Seo, Wang-Hee Lee

“…Therefore, this study aimed to develop an algorithm to enhance the reliability of steer weight measurements using an AWS, ensuring close alignment with actual cattle body weight. …”
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Determination and Prioritization of Criteria Affecting Knowledge Management Effectiveness in Research Organization with Comparative Approach (Fuzzy & Deterministic) by Bijan Nahavandi, Reza Farahi, Seyed Alireza Kazzazi, Navid Jafarinezhad

“…In order to develop such a methodology and to define measures of KM effectiveness, first the relevant literature were studied thoughtfully, in the next step, the opinions of the experts, specialists, scholars and professionals in IT and KM systems and senior managers in Iran’s research organizations were gathered through in-depth interview and consultation. …”
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Social–emotional learning program: a community-based case-controlled study by Kit Knier, Taylor Harrison, Michelle Grady, Andrew Brock, Gauri Sood, Debbie Fuehrer, Amit Sood, Chris Pierret

“…The study represents a step in the direction of evaluating the implementation and outcomes of a new social–emotional learning program developed with deliberate attention to internalizing problems alongside traditionally studied externalizing problems.…”
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Fused-MemBrain: a spiking processor combining CMOS and self-assembled memristive networks by Davide Cipollini, Hugh Greatorex, Michele Mastella, Elisabetta Chicca, Lambert Schomaker

“…In an era characterized by the rapid growth of data processing, developing new and efficient information processing technologies has become a priority. …”
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Time-Normalization Approach for fNIRS Data During Tasks with High Variability in Duration by Anna Falivene, Charlotte Johnson, Katrijn Klingels, Pieter Meyns, Evi Verbecque, Ann Hallemans, Emilia Biffi, Caterina Piazza, Alessandro Crippa

“…The algorithm was tested on eight subjects (four with developmental coordination disorder, age: 9.78 ± 0.30 and four typically developing children, age: 9.02 ± 0.30) performing three different tasks. …”
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Validation of KASP Markers Associated with Hydrogen Cyanide in Fresh Cassava Roots in Uganda Cassava Germplasm by Michael Kanaabi, Settumba B. Mukasa, Ephraim Nuwamanya, Paula Iragaba, Julius Karubanga Baguma, Ann Ritah Nanyonjo, Henry Wagaba, Nicholas Muhumuza, Fatumah Babirye Namakula, Enoch Wembabazi, Alfred Ozimati, Ismail Siraj Kayondo, Williams Esuma, Robert S. Kawuki

“…To be acceptable, varieties bred and developed for these market segments must meet international safety standards for maximum acceptable residual levels of cyanide in cassava food and food products. …”
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Vocal biomarkers correlate with FEV1 variations during methacholine challenge by Giovanni Paoletti, Giovanni Costanzo, Morena Merigo, Francesca Puggioni, Sebastian Ferri, Maria Rita Messina, Fulvio Cordella, Giuseppe Ranieri, Arianna Arienzo, Victor Savevski, Giorgio Walter Canonica, Ayana deBrito Martins, Enrico Heffler

“…Non‐smoker adults with clinical suspicion of asthma were consecutively enrolled from May 2023 to September 2023. At each step of a Methacholine Challenge Test (MCT) performed on these patients, the respiratory sounds were recorded via a smartphone through an app specifically developed. …”
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A Changepoint Detection-Based General Methodology for Robust Signal Processing: An Application to Understand Preeclampsia’s Mechanisms by Patricio Cumsille, Felipe Troncoso, Hermes Sandoval, Jesenia Acurio, Carlos Escudero

“…This general methodology represents a significant step towards a systematic, accurate, and reliable approach to robust perfusion signals analysis across various experimental settings with diverse intervention protocols.…”
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