Enhancing image security via chaotic maps, Fibonacci, Tribonacci transformations, and DWT diffusion: a robust data encryption approach by Mohammad Mazyad Hazzazi, Mujeeb Ur Rehman, Arslan Shafique, Amer Aljaedi, Zaid Bassfar, Aminu Bello Usman

“…Abstract In recent years, numerous image encryption schemes have been developed that demonstrate different levels of effectiveness in terms of robust security and real-time applications. …”
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Impact of nanoparticle shapes on the heat transfer properties of Cu and CuO nanofluids flowing over a stretching surface with slip effects: A computational study by Algehyne Ebrahem A., Yasmin Humaira, Alamrani Fahad Maqbul, Alduais Fuad S., Al-Bossly Afrah

“…Copper (Cu) and copper oxide (CuO) nanoparticles are mixed in water (H2O) to fabricate nanofluid flows. Different shapes of Cu and CuO nanoparticles, including column, sphere, hexahedron, tetrahedron, and lamina, were studied in this analysis. …”
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Cultural Humility: A Collaborative Approach to Recruiting Patients with Deliberate Self-Harm into a Multi-Hospital Randomized Controlled Trial by Suzanne H. Brownhill, Garry J. Stevens, Trent E. Hammond, Richard Baldacchino, Rose Maposa, Bonyface Makoni, Aviva Sheb'a, Jagadeesh Andepalli, Anita Kotak, Olav D'Souza, Azadeh Atashnama, Anish Thayil, Alison Jones

“…Methods: A descriptive study was conducted with a convenience sample of team members who represented different cultures in the study. Qualitative data were elicited from a ‘know and tell’ matrix. …”
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Investigating the role of hybrid binary feedstocks (waste cooking oil, palm oil, and jatropha oil blends) in biodiesel production: engine performance, emissions, and combustion cha... by A.S. El-Shafay, M.A. Mujtaba, Fahid Riaz, M.S. Gad

“…For B20 (60:40 WCO–Palm), B20 (60:40 WCO–Jatropha), B20 (60:40 Palm–Jatropha), WB20, PB20, and JB20 mixtures, specific fuel consumptions were increased by 1.4 %, 2.8 %, 4.3 %, 5.6 %, 6.8 %, and 8.3 %, respectively, while thermal efficiencies were declined by 1.7, 3, 4.5, 6, 7, and 8 %, respectively. …”
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Resilience evaluation of industry and supply chains of clean energy metals in China by LAN Tingting, SHAO Liuguo

“…Resilience levels varied significantly among different mineral types and supply chain segments. …”
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Assessing water demand and supply in the Upper Indus Basin using integrated hydrological modeling under varied socioeconomic scenarios by Sareer Ahmad, Muhammad Waseem, Hira Wahab, Abdul Qadeer Khan, Zulqarnain Jehan, Izhar Ahmad, Megersa Kebede Leta

“…The study employs integrated hydrological modeling to simulate water demand under different socioeconomic conditions. Key methods include analyzing baseline water demand, projecting future scenarios, and evaluating the impact of increased irrigation and population growth on water resources. …”
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Postpartum Haemorrhage Risk Prediction Model Developed by Machine Learning Algorithms: A Single-Centre Retrospective Analysis of Clinical Data by Wenhuan Wang, Chanchan Liao, Hongping Zhang, Yanjun Hu

“…This study used machine learning algorithms and new feature selection methods to build an efficient PPH risk prediction model and provided new ideas and reference methods for PPH risk management. …”
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A new hybrid approach for solving partial differential equations: Combining Physics-Informed Neural Networks with Cat-and-Mouse based Optimization by Nursyiva Irsalinda, Maharani A. Bakar, Fatimah Noor Harun, Sugiyarto Surono, Danang A. Pratama

“…Extensive experiments were conducted under varying scenarios, including different numbers of hidden layers (3, 5, 7) and neurons per layer (10, 30, 50). …”
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Controlled-SAM and Context Promoting Network for Fine-Grained Semantic Segmentation by Jinglin Zhang, Yuxia Li, Lei He, Bowei Zhang, Zhenye Niu, Yonghui Zhang, Shiyu Luo

“…However, it remains challenging due to the subtle inter-class differences between visually similar objects, which often result in misclassifications. …”
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Effects of cadmium stress on seed germination and physiological-biochemical characteristics in okra: a comparative study of red and green varieties by Wanwan Wang, Lei Yu, Xuexia Zhang, Jingbo Yu, Zhou Jiang, Long Xu, Haiyun Rui

“…Notably, green okra exhibited a more efficient antioxidant defense system and greater tolerance to Cd-induced oxidative stress compared to red okra. …”
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Características técnicas de bicos de pulverização hidráulicos de jato plano Technical characteristics of hydraulic fan spray nozzles by João P. A. R. da Cunha, Mauri M. Teixeira

“…<br>The use of spray nozzles that provide a homogeneous covering with uniform droplet spectrum is important to obtain an efficient pesticide application, without damage to the environment. …”
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Análisis dinámico no lineal para pilotes de cimentación fundidos " in situ " // Non-linear dynamical analysis for foundation piles molten " in situ " by E. Fraga Guerra, J. A. Alvarez Vasallo, L. Baldoquín de la Peña, Ma. L. Brito Vallina

“…One of the most used techniques is<br />the study of mechanical vibrations of the piles since this method turns out very efficient because it allows obtaining optimum<br />results without stopping the productive process.…”
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Application of Transfer Entropy Measure to Characterize Environmental Sounds in Urban and Wild Parks by Roberto Benocci, Giorgia Guagliumi, Andrea Potenza, Valentina Zaffaroni-Caorsi, H. Eduardo Roman, Giovanni Zambon

“…To accurately distinguish between different sound components, a combination of selective analysis techniques is necessary. …”
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Exploring potential of tobramycin complexes for combating biofilms: In silico and In vitro studies by Vividha Dhapte-Pawar, Bhumika Kothe, Rama Bhadekar

“…The viscosity of the F2 batch remained within acceptable limits and was stable at 40 ± 0.5 °C and 75.0 ± 5 % RH. The gel efficiently delivered antimicrobial drugs to bacteria within biofilms. …”
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Use of Poultry Litter-Based Fertilizers in Calcareous Soil: Effects on Corn Growth and Selected Properties by Mohamed El-Mahrouky, Fahad N. Al-Barakah, Jeff. J. Schoenau, Ibrahim Ahmed, Khaled D. Alotaibi, Shah Fahad

“…This accumulating waste can lead to soil, water, and air contamination if not properly managed. Efficient management and utilization of poultry waste is one of the key steps toward ensuring agricultural and environmental sustainability. …”
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Psychometric Evaluation of Large Language Model Embeddings for Personality Trait Prediction by Julina Maharjan, Ruoming Jin, Jianfeng Zhu, Deric Kenne

“…We aim to establish LLM embeddings as a psychometrically valid and efficient alternative for personality assessment. …”
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EpCAM-Independent Enrichment of Circulating Tumor Cells in Metastatic Breast Cancer. by Helen Schneck, Berthold Gierke, Frauke Uppenkamp, Bianca Behrens, Dieter Niederacher, Nikolas H Stoecklein, Markus F Templin, Michael Pawlak, Tanja Fehm, Hans Neubauer, Disseminated Cancer Cell Network (DCC Net) Duesseldorf

“…In consequence, marginal binding of EpCAMlow/neg MDA-MB-231 cells to EpCAM-antibodies could be observed. However, efficient adhesion/capturing of EpCAMlow/neg cells could be achieved via HA and immobilized antibodies against CD49f and Trop2. …”
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Liposome-encapsulated antibiotics and biosurfactants: an effective strategy to boost biofilm eradication in cooling towers by Marcus Vinícius Dias-Souza, Ihtisham Ul Haq, Sérgio Pagnin, Andrea Azevedo Veiga, Vera Lúcia dos Santos

“…No significant size-dependent differences were observed for chloramphenicol liposomes, with maximum inhibition around 60% at both sizes. …”
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The relationship between gallstone disease and the genetic variants of the sterol transporter adenosine triphosphate–binding cassette G8 and G5 in Egyptians by Menna A. Hassan, Salwa M. Abo El-Khair, Noha M. Mesbah, Dina M. Abo-Elmatty, Asmaa R. Abdel-Hamed

“…These polymorphisms result from nucleotide substitutions in the gene sequences, which affect the transporter’s ability to efficiently regulate cholesterol secretion into the bile. …”
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Low-cost, versatile, and highly reproducible microfabrication pipeline to generate 3D-printed customised cell culture devices with complex designs. by Cathleen Hagemann, Matthew C D Bailey, Eugenia Carraro, Ksenia S Stankevich, Valentina Maria Lionello, Noreen Khokhar, Pacharaporn Suklai, Carmen Moreno-Gonzalez, Kelly O'Toole, George Konstantinou, Christina L Dix, Sudeep Joshi, Eleonora Giagnorio, Mads S Bergholt, Christopher D Spicer, Albane Imbert, Francesco Saverio Tedesco, Andrea Serio

“…From microtopography, microwells, plating devices, and microfluidic systems to larger constructs such as live imaging chamber slides, a wide variety of culture devices with different geometries have become indispensable in biology laboratories. …”
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