Transfer learning with class activation maps in compositions driving plaque classification in carotid ultrasound by Georgia D. Liapi, Christos P. Loizou, Maura Griffin, Constantinos S. Pattichis, Constantinos S. Pattichis, Andrew Nicolaides, Efthyvoulos Kyriacou

“…In this study, the objective was to assess whether class activations maps (CAMs) can reveal which U/S grayscale-(GS)-based plaque compositions (lipid cores, fibrous content, collagen, and/or calcified areas) influence the model's understanding of the ASY and SY cases.MethodsWe used Xception via transfer learning, as a base for feature extraction (all layers frozen), whose output we fed into a new dense layer, followed by a new classification layer, which we trained with standardized B-mode U/S longitudinal plaque images. …”
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Comparison of Microhardness of a Composite Core in Two Different Placement Techniques - An Invitro Study by Faramarz Zakavi, Somayeh Hosseini Tabatabaei, Fatemeh Bahramnejed, Soheila Sadeghian, Kaveh Khalaj, Mahdi Pourmahdi borujeni

“…Subjects and Methods: Ten cylindrical samples of clearfil photo core-light cure (Kuraray/Japan), (Translucent, Single Shade) composite were prepared up to 9mm in Insulin syringes. …”
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Perioperative evaluation of CT-based body composition as predictors of postoperative outcome following pancreaticoduodenectomy by Lina Cai, Sizhen Wang, Yehua Xie, Hengyu Zheng, Daojun Zhu, Yi Xiao, Xinbo Wang, Xianghong Ye

“…Our study was performed to assess whether perioperative CT-based body composition were predictors of morbidity after PD.Methods231 patients who underwent PD between 2020 and 2024 were enrolled to evaluate perioperative body composition. …”
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Preparing for the future: The changing demographic composition of hospital patients in Denmark between 2013 and 2050. by Anna Oksuzyan, Andreas Höhn, Jacob Krabbe Pedersen, Roland Rau, Rune Lindahl-Jacobsen, Kaare Christensen

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Status of bone mineral content and body composition in boys engaged in intensive physical activity by Madić Dejan, Obradović Borislav, Smajić Miroslav, Obradović Jelena, Marić Dušan, Bošković Ksenija

“…Methods. A total of 62 healthy prepubertal boys took part in this study. …”
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A compositional model for effort‐aware Just‐In‐Time defect prediction on android apps by Kunsong Zhao, Zhou Xu, Meng Yan, Lei Xue, Wei Li, Gemma Catolino

“…The experimental results show that the proposed KPIDL model performs significantly better than 25 comparative methods in terms of two effort‐aware performance indicators in most cases.…”
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Study of the effect of onion husk ethanol extract on the chemical composition and microstructure of meat pates by N. V. Kupaeva, Yu. I. Bogdanova, A. A. Motovilina, D. A. Utyanov, A. S. Knyazeva, M. E. Spirina, V. A. Pchelkina, E. A. Kotenkova

“…The total antioxidant capacity by the DPPH radical method (TACDPPH), fatty acid composition and amino acid composition were determined; microelement content analysis, proteomic and microstructural studies of meat pate samples with and without the addition of extract were also carried out. …”
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Nutrient composition in berries of promising cultivars and elite seedlings of <i>Ribes</i> L. by M. Yu. Akimov, E. V. Zhbanova, T. V. Zhidekhina, A. M. Mironov, O. S. Rodyukova

“…Black and red currant berries are high-vitamin dietary products and important raw materials for healthy food production.   Materials and methods. Berries collected from promising cultivars and elite seedlings of black and red currant from the genetic collection of the I.V. …”
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Electrochemical nanostructured CuBTC/FeBTC MOF composite sensor for enrofloxacin detection by Thi Kim Ngan Nguyen, Tien Dat Doan, Huy Hieu Luu, Hoang Anh Nguyen, Thi Thu Ha Vu, Quang Hai Tran, Ha Tran Nguyen, Thanh Binh Dang, Thi Hai Yen Pham, Mai Ha Hoang

“…Additionally, energy-dispersive X-ray mapping demonstrated the uniform distribution of the two MOFs within the electrode composition. The synergistic effect of the electrocatalytic properties of CuBTC and the high conductivity of FeBTC significantly enhanced the electrochemical response of ENR, increasing the signal by more than ten times compared to the unmodified electrode. …”
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Coupling of medium temperature desulfurization and hydrogenation catalysis of Zinc-Cobalt-Molybdenum composite desulfurizer by Xinrui SONG, Yu ZHAO, Yuxiao WANG, Zhelin SU, Jiawei KOU, Chao YANG, Huiling FAN

“…Molybdenum modified Zinc-Cobalt compound desulfurizer was prepared by sol-gel method in order to improve its desulfurization performance and hydrogenation catalytic performance for thiophene after vulcanization. …”
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Temporal generalization in evergreen leaf type classification using tailored Sentinel-2 composites by Peter Hofinger, Jan Dempewolf, Simon Ecke, Hans-Joachim Klemmt

“…Key contributions include recursive feature elimination to identify the most relevant spectral bands and indices, and optimizing compositing methods to boost classification accuracy, balancing robustness and temporal detail. …”
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Insight into the composition and differentiation of endophytic microbial communities in kernels via 368 maize transcriptomes by Fang Tao, Feng Chen, Haida Liu, Cheng Chen, Beijiu Cheng, Guomin Han

“…Methods: The transcriptomic data of 368 maize inbred lines were used to explore the composition and diversity of endophytic microorganisms. …”
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Inactivation of Emerging Opportunistic Foodborne Pathogens <i>Cronobacter</i> spp. and <i>Arcobacter</i> spp. on Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Products: Effects of Emerging Chemical an... by Junior Bernardo Molina-Hernandez, Beatrice Cellini, Fatemeh Shanbeh Zadeh, Lucia Vannini, Pietro Rocculi, Silvia Tappi

“…These methods often utilise natural materials, less toxic solvents, and novel techniques, resulting in more sustainable processes compared with traditional methods that may use harsh chemicals and environmentally harmful processes. …”
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Composites in high-pressure hydrogen storage: A review of multiscale characterization and mechanical behavior by Imen Feki, Mohammadali Shirinbayan, Samia Nouira, Robert Tie Bi, Jean-Baptiste Maeso, Cedric Thomas, Joseph Fitoussi

“…To understand and address critical challenges, the study conducts an in-depth examination of the mechanical behavior and failure mechanisms of laminated composites across multiple scales. Through advanced multiscale characterization methods, including infrared thermography, X-ray tomography, acoustic emission, and digital image correlation, the research investigates how these materials respond under impact and cyclic loading conditions. …”
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Nutrient Composition of Arugula Leafy Greens Following Application of Ascorbic Acid Foliar Sprays by Shivani Kathi, He Liu, Haydee Laza, Leslie Thompson, Sukhbir Singh, Wei Li, Catherine R. Simpson

“…In summary, the findings of this study establish that the foliar application of 200 ppm AA is an effective approach for increasing the vitamin C content in arugula leafy greens while improving the plant’s biomass, mineral composition, and stress responses. These biofortified arugula leafy greens exhibit the potential to offer plant protection against environmental stresses and a more consistent supply of vitamin C to humans upon consumption.…”
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Composite Nano-Calcium-Based Material for Reinforcement and Protection of Earthen Ruins in Humid Environment by Xuan Huang, Chen Li, Xiaomeng Sun, Wanying Li

“…The main purpose is to sort out and study the reinforcement and protection measures and methods of relevant sites and ancient cultural sites, as well as the classification, characteristics, and protection value of ancient cultural sites. …”
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Gut microbiota diversity and composition in children with autism spectrum disorder: associations with symptom severity by Qinghuang Zeng, Yisheng Hu, Leiying Xie, Xinyi Zhang, Yun Huang, Jianbin Ye, Shouan Wang, Jia Xu

“…Methods Here, fecal samples from children (divided in to three groups: neurotypical, severe ASD and mild ASD) at a hospital were collected. …”
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Allelic composition of puroindolinium genes and confectionery properties of flour of soft winter wheat samples by О. Ю. Леонов, Я. Ю. Шарипіна, З. В. Усова, К. Ю. Суворова, Т. В. Сахно

“…Yuryev, NAAS by allelic state of Pina–D1 and Pinb-D1 genes for targeted use in the breeding for high confectionery properties of flour. Methods. Identification of the Pina-D1 and Pinb-D1 genes allelic state was performed by polymerase chain reaction (PCR) using allele-specific primer pairs. …”
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Effect of charcoal-containing toothpastes on roughness and color stability of bulk-fill resin composites by Waldemir Francisco Vieira Junior, Rafaella Queiróz Costa, Leonardo Santos Barros, Mariana Mayume Mori, Cecilia Pedroso Turssi, Fabiana Mantovani Gomes França, Núbia Inocencya Pavesi Pini, Roberta Tarkany Basting

“… Objective: To evaluate the effects of different commercially available charcoal-based toothpastes (CBTs) on the roughness and color of bulk-fill resin composites (RCs). Materials and Methods: Disc-shaped samples (6 × 2 mm) were made with nanofilled (NF) bulk-fill (Filtek One, 3M Oral Care) or nanohybrid (NH) bulk-fill (Aura, SDI) RCs. …”
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Assessment of the barrier function of Chernozem and Luvisol under their experimental contamination by copper ions by A. D. Iovcheva, I. N. Semenkov

“…By the method of sequential selective extractions, it was found that in uncontaminated soils, more than 50% of Cu is strongly bounded to silicate fraction (&gt;50%). …”
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