The Sea-Based Waste Collection Routing Problem Using a Novel Value Recovery Function by Ricardo C. Alindayu II, Jayne Lois San Juan, Charlle L. Sy

“…However, prior vessel routing optimization studies focused solely on cost minimization without considering the yield of collected plastic waste critical to the goal of plastic elimination from the oceans. As such, a mixed-integer linear programming model called the sea-based waste collection routing problem was developed to maximize value recovery through a novel profit function. …”
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Application of Hybrid MOPSO Algorithm to Optimal Reactive Power Dispatch Problem Considering Voltage Stability by Yujiao Zeng, Yanguang Sun

“…This study presents a novel hybrid multiobjective particle swarm optimization (HMOPSO) algorithm to solve the optimal reactive power dispatch (ORPD) problem. This problem is formulated as a challenging nonlinear constrained multiobjective optimization problem considering three objectives, that is, power losses minimization, voltage profile improvement, and voltage stability enhancement simultaneously. …”
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Joint Lagrangian Relaxation and Dynamic Programming Approach for a Multi-Period Multi-Product Location-Inventory Problem by Claudio Araya-Sassi, German Paredes-Belmar, Gabriel Gutierrez-Jarpa, Ricardo Gatica Escobar

“…This problem is structured as a non-convex mixed integer nonlinear programming model. …”
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Effect of Turbidity on Dominance of Buoyant Cyanobacterium, Microcystis wesenbergii against Non-buoyant Phytoplankton ∁EA Mixed Culture Approach by Naoyuki Kishimoto, Kei Suzuki

“…Cyanobacterial blooms often cause water treatment disturbance problems such as unfavorable odor and taste in tap water and leakage from filter beds. …”
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Understanding the effectiveness and underlying mechanisms of lifestyle modification interventions in adults with learning disabilities: a mixed-methods systematic review by Dikshyanta Rana, Sophie Westrop, Nishant Jaiswal, Evi Germeni, Arlene McGarty, Louisa Ells, Phillippa Lally, Michael McEwan, Craig Melville, Leanne Harris, Olivia Wu

“…Undertake more qualitative and mixed-method research to improve understanding of what works, for whom and why. …”
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Study protocol: Mixed-methods evaluation of a cluster-randomized trial on preventing dysregulated screen use in children under 3. by Juliane Schemmer, Hanno Krafft, Tobias Maurer, Silke Lange, Anke Emgenbroich, Sean Monks, David Martin, Silke Schwarz

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Stable Parallel Algorithms for Interdisciplinary Computer-Based Online Education with Real Problem Scenarios for STEM Education by Liangfu Jiang, Haoran Yuan

“…In this paper, we analyse and study the interdisciplinary style of stable parallel algorithms for online computer education and real problem scenarios for STEM education. Under the guidance of the STEM concept, the project theme is designed based on the principles of project design, and the interdisciplinary knowledge points related to the theme are determined. …”
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Castleman’s disease associated with mixed connective tissue disorder and cerebral ischaemia and vasculitis: A rare case and a diagnostic challenge for an infectologist by Popović-Dragonjić Lidija, Jovanović Maja, Vrbić Miodrag, Stanojević Maja, Krstić Miljan, Tasić Aleksandar, Živković Nikola

“…The patient was later histologically confirmed to have Castleman's disease, analyzing the enlarged inguinal lymph node, which was the key point in rejecting the suspicion of malignancy and tuberculosis. …”
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Virtual and Real Occlusion Processing Method of Monocular Visual Assembly Scene Based on ORB-SLAM3 by Hanzhong Xu, Chunping Chen, Qingqing Yin, Chao Ma, Feiyan Guo

“…The method proposes optimizing ORB-SLAM3 for matching and depth point reconstruction using the MNSTF algorithm. MNSTF can solve the problems of feature point extraction and matching in weakly textured and texture-less scenes by expressing the structure and texture information of the local images. …”
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Learning-Enhanced Differential Evolution for Multi-Mode Resource-Constrained Multi-Project Scheduling Problem in Industrial Prefabrication by Zijie Xing, Chen Chen, Robert Lee Kong Tiong

“…To address the computational intractability of this NP-hard problem, we first formulate a mixed-integer linear programming (MILP) model, and then develop an adaptive DE-based metaheuristic. …”
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Medication safety with oral antitumour therapeutics in paediatrics (youngAMBORA): A mixed-methods approach towards a tailored care program. by Phyllis Lensker, Lisa Cuba, Katja Gessner, Martin F Fromm, Frank Dörje, Markus Metzler

“…Compared to caregivers, significantly more healthcare professionals graded the three most common application problems to be challenging ('Smell/taste': 32/36 vs. 23/42, p = 0.001; 'Refusal of intake': 31/36 vs. 16/42, p<0.001; 'Swallowing problems': 28/36 vs. 21/42, p = 0.011). …”
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Scenarios of passive particle transport in the velocity field of a vortex pair in shear flow by Govorukhin, Vasily Nikolaevich, Goncharov, Boris Konstantinovich

“…We model the system using two point vortices and a shear flow, where the velocity components depend linearly on one coordinate. …”
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A Mixed-Integer Convex Optimization Framework for Cost-Effective Conductor Selection in Radial Distribution Networks While Considering Load and Renewable Variations by Oscar Danilo Montoya, Oscar David Florez-Cediel, Luis Fernando Grisales-Noreña, Walter Gil-González, Diego Armando Giral-Ramírez

“…This paper proposed a mixed-integer convex (MI-Convex) optimization framework to solve the OCS problem under balanced operating conditions, integrating the costs of conductor investment and energy losses into a single convex objective. …”
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Exploring oral health related awareness, perceptions, practices and experiences among type 2 diabetes mellitus patients: a mixed method design by Aymen Elsous, Aesha Fetaiha, Mahmoud Radwan

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The impact of training using six thinking hats versus video training on nursing students’ insulin administration skills: a mixed-methods study by Ayşe Soylu, Ahmet Seven, Dilek Soylu

“…Results Quantitative results; in the control group, the pre-test points were 5.00, mid-test points were 15.00 and the final test points were 8.00. …”
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Systems approach to improving traumatic brain injury care in Myanmar: a mixed-methods study from lived experience to discrete event simulation by Tom Bashford, David Menon, Katharina Kohler, Alexander Komashie, Peter John Hutchinson, John Clarkson, Rowan Burnstein, Phyu Phyu Nwe Myint, Sein Wynn, Robyn Winters, Myat Thu, Mu Mu Naing, Thinn Hlaing, Zaw Wai Soe

“…Objectives Traumatic brain injury (TBI) is a global health problem, whose management in low-resource settings is hampered by fragile health systems and lack of access to specialist services. …”
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NgodingSeru.com: an adaptive e-learning system with gamification to enhance programming problem-solving skills for vocational high school students by Dwi Maryono, Sajidan, Muhammad Akhyar, Sarwanto, Bayu Tri Wicaksono, Nurcahya Pradana Taufik Prakisya

“…Abstract This study investigates the integration of adaptive e-learning and gamification through a platform called NgodingSeru.com to improve problem-solving skills in programming among vocational high school students. …”
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Level-Up Learning with CIGLE Framework: Enhancing Learning Through Interactive, Game-Based Collaboration for Effective Problem Solving by Ismat Zahra, Mai Neo, Soon Hin Hew

“…Therefore, this research aimed to address the challenges by introducing the Collaborative and Interactive Game-Based Learning Environment (CIGLE) to create a dynamic and interactive educational experience. This is mixed method research with data collected to determine students responses on motivation, engagement, collaborative problem-solving, and communication. …”
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Effective NSGA-II Algorithm for a Limited AGV Scheduling Problem in Matrix Manufacturing Workshops with Undirected Material Flow by Xuewu Wang, Jianing Zhang, Yi Hua, Rui Yu

“…Multiple local search operators based on ideal point are proposed to find a better local solution. …”
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Fuel Costs Optimization for Long-Haul Flight with Refueling Layovers by Chartchai Leenawong, Amarita Ritthipakdee

“…The primary objective was to minimize fuel expenses by considering key factors such as flight routes, aircraft types, refueling points, and refueling quantities. The proposed solution used a 0-1 mixed-integer linear programming (MILP) model, supported by auxiliary variables, to effectively manage the constraints of this optimization problem. …”
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