Intractable prefrontal and limbic white matter network disruption in adolescents with drug-naïve nonsuicidal self-injury by Yuwei Chen, Xiongxiong Yang, Kaike Liao, Rui Yu, Xinyue Chen, Wenjing Zhang, Nian Liu

“…Adolescents with drug-naïve NSSI was also found with increased characteristic path length and normalized characteristic path length values in network metrics, and reduced global efficiency and nodal network metrics for the right orbital middle frontal gyrus, which were also negatively correlated with anxiety and self-injury symptoms. …”
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QuEChERS combined with ultra-high performance liquid chromatography-tandem mass spectrometry to determine acrylamide in Xinjiang Naan products by XU Man, SONG Shaolong, HU Jun, SHI Haiyun, LIU Jian

“…It is applicable to various types of naan products, demonstrating its versatility and efficiency.…”
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Selection index for economically important traits in Boer crossbred goats using principal component analysis. by Zeleke Tesema, Belay Deribe, Mekonnen Tilahun, Alemu Kefale, Mesfin Lakew, Tesfaye Getachew, Getachew Worku Alebachew, Solomon Gizaw

“…The data set contained records of birth weight (BW), weaning weight (WW), pre-weaning weight gain (ADG), pre-weaning Kleiber ratio (KR), pre-weaning relative growth rate (RGR), pre-weaning growth efficiency (GE), and pre-weaning survival (RR) of crossbred goats. …”
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Machine Learning-Based Objective Evaluation Model of CTPA Image Quality: A Multi-Center Study by Sun Q, Liu Z, Ding T, Shi C, Hou N, Sun C

“…The model offers effective support for improving image quality control efficiency and precision. However, the limited sample size may affect the model’s generalizability, so it’s essential to conduct further research with larger datasets.Keywords: CT pulmonary angiography, machine learning, image quality, data interpretation…”
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Analysis of the structure and energy parameters of the electrical complex (EC) of gas complex №1 «Gazprom dobycha Yamburg» LLC by L. R. Maskov, V. Y. Kornilov

“…As a result of the analysis of the structure and energy characteristics, the features of the functioning of the centralized and autonomous power supply system were revealed, which determine the range of problems and shortcomings that require further research and study, with the subsequent development of a set of measures to improve the energy efficiency of the EC.…”
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A detailed study on the physical, mechanical, structural and gamma ray shielding properties of Al2O3–Na2O–SiO2–B2O3–Bi2O3glass system by M.I. Sayyed, Ashok Kumar, Taha A. Hanafy, Yasser Maghrbi

“…The radiation protection efficiency values for Bi18 are highest, confirming their full protection ability. …”
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A Proof-of-Concept Study Aiming for the Integration of an Optical Biosensor in Advanced Microfluidic Devices for Alzheimer’s Disease Studies by Margarida O. Correia, Paulo Sousa, Raquel O. Rodrigues, Graça Minas

“…In this study, we demonstrate the feasibility of integrating fluorescence-based detection of A<inline-formula><math xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1998/Math/MathML" display="inline"><semantics><mi>β</mi></semantics></math></inline-formula> fibrils within microfluidic platforms, improving efficiency and precision in biomarker analysis, while also reducing sample volume requirements, with potential application in BoC. …”
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Influence of Post-Weld Heat Treatment on S960QL High-Strength Structural Steel Electron-Beam-Welded Joint by Raghawendra Pratap Singh Sisodia, Piotr Sliwinski, Dániel Koncz-Horváth, Marek St. Węglowski

“…LEB-PWHT can be beneficial in terms of time saving, more local treatment, higher flexibility, energy saving, greater efficiency, increased productivity, etc. In this study, LEB-PWHT was applied to an autogenous EB-welded S960QL joint using a defocused beam. …”
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Multi-objective optimization of an open-pit mining system to determine safety buffer using the modified NBI method and the meta-model approach by Tahereh Khajvandsany, Hossein Amoozad Khalili, Ramezan Rezaeyan, Kourosh Nemati

“…Conclusion: Implementing multi-objective optimization in open-pit mining using the modified NBI method and meta-model approach enhances decision-making by balancing safety buffers with operational efficiency. This strategic framework enables managers to minimize risks while maximizing resource extraction, ultimately leading to more sustainable mining practices.…”
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Predictive modelling of creep age forming parameters using artificial neural networks by Yo-Lun Yang, Cheng-Ling Tai, Wan-Ling Chen, Sundarakannan Rajendran, Vigneshwaran Shanmugam

“…The ANN’s ability to accurately predict key CAF parameters demonstrates potential for reducing experimental effort by up to 70%, improving process efficiency, and enabling rapid optimization of ageing conditions for target mechanical properties. …”
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Role of leisure and sleep in promoting daily physical activity in adults with down syndrome by Melissa R. Jenkins, Victoria L. Fleming, Emily K. Schworer, Yiwen Dong, Dana L. Tudorascu, Benjamin L. Handen, Sigan L. Hartley

“…Mixed linear models examined between – and within-person associations for sleep and physical activity, and leisure and physical activity. …”
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Bioconvective Flow Characteristics of NEPCM–Water Nanofluid over an Inclined Cylinder in Porous Medium: An Extended Darcy Model Approach by Bikash Das, Sahin Ahmed, Joaquín Zueco

“…The insights from this investigation hold substantial implications for industrial processes and renewable energy technologies, paving the way for improved efficiency in applications such as thermal energy storage and advanced cooling systems.…”
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Effectiveness of a local recruitment registry in older adults in Southern California by Adam I. Birnbaum, Adrijana Gombosev, Zion T. Grant-Freeman, Dan Hoang, Daniel L. Gillen, Joshua D. Grill

“…Abstract Background Despite their potential as tools for improving the efficiency of accrual in clinical research, few analyses have assessed the effectiveness of recruitment registries. …”
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Study protocol for a stepped-wedge, randomized controlled trial to evaluate implementation of a suicide risk identification model among behavioral health patients in three large he... by Scott P. Stumbo, Stephanie A. Hooker, Rebecca C. Rossom, Kathleen Miley, Brian K. Ahmedani, Elizabeth Lockhart, Hsueh-Han Yeh, Bobbi Jo H. Yarborough

“…A stepped-wedge design using repeated measures pre/post-implementation maximizes statistical efficiency and power with fewer participants compared to a parallel design while allowing all clinics to participate. …”
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Prediction of Airfoil Icing and Evaluation of Hot Air Anti-Icing System Effectiveness Using Computational Fluid Dynamics Simulations by Yifan Niu, Zhiqiang Wang, Jieyao Su, Jiawei Yao, Hainan Wang

“…The results indicated that 100% anti-icing efficiency was achieved at high ambient temperatures (above −10 °C). …”
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Study of the effect of cutting modes on output parameters under high-speed steel turn-milling by D. A. Matlygin, A. V. Savilov, A. S. Pyatykh, S. A. Timofeev

“…The article elucidates increasing the efficiency of turn-milling of powdered metal high-speed steel products. …”
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Spatiotemporal Variation Characteristics of Vegetative PUE in China from 2000 to 2015 by Haitao Xu, Peng Hou, Zhengwei He, A. Duo, Bing Zhang

“…Vegetative precipitation-use efficiency (PUE) is a key indicator for evaluating the dynamic response of vegetation productivity to the spatiotemporal variation in precipitation. …”
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Optimization of Thermal Insulation Parameters for Vertical Perimeters in Buildings with Single-Layer Walls by Walery Jezierski, Paula Szczepaniak, Cezary Leszczyński

“…Optimal parameter values were determined based on energy efficiency criteria. This information may be useful for researchers, designers, engineers, and decision-makers when making informed decisions during the design phase of heated buildings.…”
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SOME SAMPLE TEST RESULTS FOR ABRASIVE WEAR by Valeri A. Petrovsky, Anatoliy R. Ruban, Ali Salamekh

“…The dependences of the mass Δm and the linear Δl abrasions, as well as the relative wear resistance Im, Il on the hardness, are plotted. …”
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LCCDMamba: Visual State Space Model for Land Cover Change Detection of VHR Remote Sensing Images by Junqing Huang, Xiaochen Yuan, Chan-Tong Lam, Yapeng Wang, Min Xia

“…Recently, with the advent of Mamba, which maintains linear time complexity and high efficiency in processing long-range data, it offers a new solution to address feature-fusion challenges in LCCD. …”
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