Designing a cultivation model for top-notch students in basic medicine: a Delphi method by Geng Ni, Yutong Qin, Fangfang Wang, Jianjun Huang

“…These enhancements specifically address previously identified gaps in holistic, systematic cultivation frameworks for top-notch basic medicine students, aligning closely with national educational strategies and global healthcare challenges. Methods This study employed a modified Delphi method conducted over three rounds. …”
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A review of smart structures and adaptation of 3d printing methods for future fashion applications by Viktorija Diak

“…However, the creation of such novel materials/structures and their integration with traditional fibres present numerous challenges, urging the industry to explore new manufacturing methods. …”
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Self-Tuning Parameters of the Proposed Fuzzy Immune Integral Controller to Improve the Performance of the Standard P&O-MPPT Strategy by Ramazan Ayaz

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Methods of Laser Spectroscopy in Devices for Continuous Monitoring of O2 and CO Content in Boiler Smoke Gases by V. A. Firago, V. Wujcik, I. S. Manak, P. Komada, V. V. Krot

“…The paper shows that the least errors of continuous CO and O2 concentration monitoring at the presence of variations in dissipative losses have been ensured by the modified correlation method though its threshold sensitivity is less than integral and correlation ones.…”
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Evaluating the power mean method to determine an equivalent sandgrain roughness parameter over streamwise-heterogeneous roughness by Vidya Vishwanathan, Nicholas Hutchins, Michael P. Schultz

“…The sandgrain roughness computed using these averaging methods, $k_{s_{eq}}$ , is then compared with true parameters, $k_{s_{eff}}$ , estimated from the fully rough asymptote model and a modified momentum integral method that accounts for the streamwise variation of skin friction over the heterogeneous surface. …”
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Regional Frequency Measurement Point Selection and System Partitioning Method for High-Renewable-Energy-Penetration Power System by Dongdong Li, Zhenfei Yao, Yin Yao, Bo Xu, Fan Yang

“…Finally, the effectiveness of the proposed method is verified using a modified standard 39-node system. …”
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Multi-Objective Decision-Making Evaluation Method of Environmental Impact Associated with the Life Cycle of Agro-Friendly Biochar Materials by Shunyang Wang, Jing Wei, Hua Li, Da Ding, Yaxin Zhang, Yuen Zhu, Shaopo Deng, Yongming Luo

“…Sensitivity analysis further confirmed the robustness of the method, with impact variations ranging from 0.44 to 0.52, suggesting the model’s reliability in comparing different remediation materials. …”
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Variable-Step Semi-Implicit Solver with Adjustable Symmetry and Its Application for Chaos-Based Communication by Vyacheslav Rybin, Ivan Babkin, Yulia Bobrova, Maksim Galchenko, Alexander Mikhailov, Timur Karimov

“…In this article, we introduce a novel approach to numerical integration based on a modified composite diagonal (CD) method, which is a variation of the semi-implicit Euler–Cromer method. …”
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Predicting school students' physical activity intentions in leisure-time and school recess contexts: Testing an integrated model based on self-determination theory and theory of pl... by Heidi Pasi, Taru Lintunen, Esko Leskinen, Martin S Hagger

“…<h4>Background</h4>Identifying psychological correlates of children's physical activity intentions may signpost potentially modifiable targets for interventions aimed at promoting physical activity participation. …”
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Unveiling the impact of traditional sourdough propagation methods on the microbiological, biochemical, sensory, and technological properties of sourdough and bread: a comprehensive... by Erica Pontonio, Giuseppe Perri, Maria Calasso, Giuseppe Celano, Michela Verni, Carlo Giuseppe Rizzello

“…Nevertheless, to date, no study has ever evaluated the biochemical and microbial dynamics of sourdoughs propagated using the different traditional methods integrated into procedural back-slopping practices worldwide. …”
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Can implementation failure or intervention failure explain the result of the 3D multimorbidity trial in general practice: mixed-methods process evaluation by Ali R G Shaw, Bruce Guthrie, Chris Salisbury, Cindy Mann, Lesley Wye, Mei-See Man, Katherine Chaplin

“…Interviews, focus groups and review observations were analysed thematically and integrated with quantitative data about implementation. …”
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A Probabilistic Statistical Risk Assessment Method for Soil Erosion Using Remote Sensing Data: A Case Study of the Dali River Basin by Hao Zhao, Yuhui Cheng, Xiwang Zhang, Shiqi Yu, Mengwei Chen, Chengqiang Zhang

“…In order to address this issue, this study proposes a soil erosion risk assessment method that integrates the outcome and the probability of occurrence of soil erosion by means of a probabilistic statistical model. …”
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Employing Quantum Entanglement for Real-Time Coordination of Distributed Electric Vehicle Charging Stations: Advancing Grid Efficiency and Stability by Dawei Wang, Hanqi Dai, Yuan Jin, Zhuoqun Li, Shanna Luo, Xuebin Li

“…The model is solved across 96 time intervals using a quantum-classical hybrid method, with benchmark comparisons against MILP and DRL baselines. …”
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Correlation analysis between coiling tension and the sleeve's hoop stress by Park Yonghui

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Development of a social learning theory-based pressure injury training program for nursing assistants in Chinese nursing homes by Yanxia Guo, Yanxia Guo, Shengnan Yang, Plernpit Boonyamalik, Arpaporn Powwattana, Wen Zhu, Lingxia Xu

“…The expert authority coefficient was 0.93, and Kendall’s W values of 0.372 (p &lt; 0.001) in the first round and 0.177 (p &lt; 0.001) in the second round indicated strong agreement among experts. The program integrates SLT principles, such as attention, retention, motor reproduction, and motivation, to enhance the training’s effectiveness.ConclusionThe study developed a comprehensive SLT-based PI training program for nursing assistants in Chinese nursing homes using the modified Delphi method. …”
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Decentralised Consensus Control of Hybrid Synchronous Condenser and Grid-Forming Inverter Systems in Renewable-Dominated Low-Inertia Grids by Hamid Soleimani, Asma Aziz, S M Muslem Uddin, Mehrdad Ghahramani, Daryoush Habibi

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Spatial pattern evolution and driving forces of ecosystem service value in the Yellow River Basin by Yuan Li, Xiao Hui Wang, Yu Xuan Wan, Bin Xu

“…This study employs grid-based analysis, the modified equivalent factor method, the geographical detector model, and the grey correlation model to examine spatiotemporal variations in land-use patterns and ESV across the basin. …”
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Analysis of the Impact of Renewable Energy Sources and Energy Storage Systems on Multi-Stage Transmission Network Expansion Planning by Mario D. Pastrana, Juan Carlos Cortez, Juan Camilo Lopez, Marina Lavorato, Marcos J. Rider

“…Simultaneous optimization of TLs and ESSs provides better and cheaper MTNEPs compared to traditional methods. The effectiveness of ESSs in integrating RES, shifting electricity, reducing/delaying investments (especially when considering <inline-formula> <tex-math notation="LaTeX">$N-1$ </tex-math></inline-formula> security constraints) and alleviating grid congestion is evidenced. …”
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Effect of nano-clay addition and heat-treatment on tensile and stress-controlled low-cycle fatigue behaviors of aluminum-silicon alloy by Mohammad Azadi, Adel Basiri, Ali Dadashi, G. Winter, B. Seisenbacher, F. Grün

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Robust Adaptive Multiple Backtracking VBKF for In-Motion Alignment of Low-Cost SINS/GNSS by Weiwei Lyu, Yingli Wang, Shuanggen Jin, Haocai Huang, Xiaojuan Tian, Jinling Wang

“…Furthermore, the modified variational Bayesian Kalman filter (VBKF) that accurately adjusts the measurement noise covariance matrix is proposed, and the Expectation–Maximization (EM) algorithm is employed to refine the prior parameter of the predicted error covariance matrix. …”
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