BLVQE: Blind Laparoscopic Video Quality Evaluator using spatio-temporal interdependency and textural cues by Sria Biswas, Rohini Palanisamy

“…Traditional quality assessment methods typically focus on either spatial or textural features independently, limiting their effectiveness in handling composite distortions like motion blur, noise, defocus blur, uneven illumination, and smoke. …”
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Integration of Electronic Music Looping in Orchestra as an Innovative Teaching Resource by Ayuthia Mayang Sari, Robby Ferdian, Hengki Armez Hidayat, Irdhan Epria Darma Putra, Zyed Achour, Flor Amara Avila

“…The novelty of this study lies in its exploration of how digital tools like looping technology can revitalize classical music education, making it more relevant to today's students. These findings offer practical insights for music educators seeking to innovate teaching methods and adapt to the evolving digital landscape in education. …”
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Poetic ethnocode of Inna Kashezheva in the All-Russian cultural space (To the 80th anniversary of the birth of the poetess) by Lyudmila B. Khavzhokova

“…The purpose of the work is a comprehensive study of her creative heritage in the evolution of national literatures and the domestic literary process. The research uses methods of literary analysis, synthesis, description, as well as comparative-historical, cultural-historical, socio-historical methods. …”
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Comparative Analysis of Wear Models for Accurate Wear Predictions by Guntis Springis, Irina Boiko

“…The development of innovative technologies and the employment of diverse material compositions have contributed to the enhancement of wear prediction methods. …”
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A comparison of ultrasonic detectors and radiotelemetry for studying bat–habitat relationships by Adam D. Morris, Darren A. Miller, L. Mike Conner

“…Abstract Ultrasonic bat detectors and radiotelemetry are 2 methods used to examine habitat selection for bats, but no one has empirically examined if conclusions drawn from these 2 methods are comparable and, although previous work has presented concerns regarding the basic assumptions of inferring habitat selection with acoustic surveys, these assumptions have not been tested. …”
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Effects of Carbon Nitride Combined with Chitosan on Lipid Metabolism of Salmonella Typhimurium by Yanyan WANG, Xingning XIAO, Jian LI, Jiele MA, Xiaoping DONG, Zhengkai YI, Qiaoming LOU, Wen WANG

“…Methods: Transmission electron microscopy and protein leakage concentration were utilized to evaluate the magnitude of cell membrane damage induced by carbon nitride-chitosan composite sol at a cellular level. …”
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Additive manufacturing of thermoset elastomers: A review of emerging technologies by Csenge Tóth, Ábris Dávid Virág, István Halász-Kutasi, Norbert Krisztián Kovács, Tamás Bárány

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Evaluating the impact of material type and blood contamination on tooth color stability post external cervical root resorption repair: a spectrophotometric study by Aysenur Oncu, Merve Ozdemir

“…Biodentine had the potential to cause more visible color change.…”
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Need for Support: Facilitating Early Transfer of Cardiogenic Shock Patients to Advanced Heart Failure Centres by Vicki N. Wang, MD, Darshan H. Brahmbhatt, MB BChir, MD(Res), Julie K.K. Vishram-Nielsen, MD, PhD, Fernando L. Scolari, MD, PhD, Nicole L. Fung, Madison Otsuki, Vesna Mihajlovic, MD, Narmin Ibrahimova, Filio Billia, MD, PhD, Christopher B. Overgaard, MD, Adriana C. Luk, MD, MSc

“…Transferred patients were younger (56.5 ± 14.7 vs 63.3 ± 16.3 years, P < 0.001), required vasopressor support more often (63.6% vs 14.9%, P < 0.001), and required mechanical ventilation more often (40.6% vs 10.7%, P < 0.001) upon transfer to the cardiac intensive-care unit. …”
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Investigation on Physicomechanical Properties and Constitutive Model of Tuff in Mila Mountain Tunnel under Dry and Saturated Conditions by Zhihao He, Xiangjun Pei, Shenghua Cui, Wentai Sun, Luguang Luo, Chengruiwei He

“…It was revealed that the tuff compositions were dominated by quartz and clay minerals accounting for more than 90%, and clay minerals, anhydrite, and pyrite were mainly soluble minerals. …”
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A Novel Approach to Approximating Generalized Pointing Errors Modeled by Beckmann Distribution in FSO Communication Systems by Emna Zedini, Yalcin Ata, Abla Kammoun, Mohamed-Slim Alouini

“…By applying this approximation to the generalized pointing error model and incorporating angle-of-arrival (AOA) variations, we present novel analytical equations for the cumulative distribution function and the probability density function of the composite Gamma-Gamma turbulence channel. These unified formulations are applicable to intensity modulation with direct detection and heterodyne detection methods, and are expressed using the generalized Meijer's-G function. …”
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Investigation of the optimal condition for the growth and biofilm development of Candida albicans on three dental materials by Hoai Thu Le, Truong Thi Luc Phuong, Giang Hoang Huy, Phuoc-Vinh Nguyen, Bac Vu Giang Nguyen

“…Our research advances the understanding of in vitro cultivation of C. albicans, simulating the oral milieu more accurately and contributing to enhanced oral health management for individuals utilizing temporary dental fixtures. …”
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Cardiac arrest while using the toilet: not uncommon and associated with adverse resuscitation profile by Elizabeth D. Paratz, Carl Johann Hansen, Andre La Gerche, Dion Stub, Ziad Nehme, Ashanti Dantanarayana, Kelila Freedman, Andreas Pflaumer, Jodie Ingles, Bo Gregers Winkel, Jacob Tfelt-Hansen

“…Australians experienced toilet-associated OHCA 1.7 times more frequently than Danes (4.1 % vs 2.4 %, p = 0.016). …”
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Prevalence, Characteristics, and Outcomes of Children With Congenital Heart Disease Undergoing Noncardiac Surgery in the Presence or Absence of COVID‐19 Infection During the Pandem... by David Faraoni, James A. DiNardo, Viviane G. Nasr

“…Patients with a preoperative diagnosis of COVID‐19 underwent emergent procedures more often (64% versus 29%). Using multivariable logistic regression, the presence of preoperative diagnosis of COVID‐19 increased the incidence of the composite endpoint (odds ratio [OR], 1.37 [95% CI, 1.19–1.56]; P<0.001), as did the presence of CHD (OR, 2.06 [95% CI, 2.00–2.13]; P<0.001). …”
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Regional Anesthesia for Hip Fracture Surgery in Older Adults: A Retrospective Comparison of Outcomes Using ACS NSQIP Data by Arissa M. Torrie MD, MHS, Gerard P. Slobogean MD, MPH, Rachel Johnson MD, Ron E. Samet MD, Samuel M. Galvagno DO, PhD, Robert V. O’Toole MD, Nathan N. O’Hara PhD, MHA

“…The primary outcome measure was a 30-day composite of death, myocardial infarction, or stroke. …”
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Medical Rehabilitation Impact Towards Dynamic Balance in Lateral Ankle Sprain Patients by Moses Rizky Haryanto, Jonathan Salim, Nana Novia Jayadi, Mirna Phandu

“…We investigated the effect of medical rehabilitation on dynamic balance in patients with LAS. Methods: This was a numerical, analytical study with a prospective cohort design. …”
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Validation of eight endotypes of lupus based on whole-blood RNA profiles by Peter E Lipsky, Prathyusha Bachali, Amrie C Grammer, Erika Hubbard

“…Patients with active, concurrent nephritis were disproportionately assigned to the more molecularly perturbed endotypes. Composite scores were significantly, but modestly, inversely correlated with complement but not SLE Disease Activity Index (SLEDAI) or anti-double-stranded DNA antibody (anti-dsDNA) titre.Conclusions The identification of eight molecular endotypes of lupus based on whole blood gene expression was validated in an independent data set of diverse patients. …”
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Impact of Using a Scoring Balloon for Main Branch Predilatation on the Incidence of Side Branch Compromise in Bifurcation Lesion PCI by Wishnu Aditya Widodo, T. M. Haykal Putra, Wahyu Aditya, M. Andi Yassiin, Luly Nur El Waliy, Sunarya Soerianata, Jack Wei Chieh Tan

“…Outcome was measured as a composite endpoint of reduced thrombolysis in myocardial infarction (TIMI) flow in SB after MB stenting, SB intervention needed, and new or progressing ostial SB stenosis more than 50% compared to baseline. …”
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Short versus long treatment duration for streptococcal bloodstream infection by Julie Gray, Chong Zhang, Ali Earl, Emily S. Spivak

“…Inverse probability of treatment weighting (IPTW) was used to estimate the average treatment effects (ATE) of antibiotics administered for 10 days or fewer (short duration) versus more than 10 days (long duration). The primary outcome was a composite of recurrent BSI, all-cause mortality, and readmissions at 30 days from end of therapy. …”
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Emerging trends and perspectives on nano-fertilizers for sustainable agriculture by Ankush Goyal, Sachin S. Chavan, Rajendra A. Mohite, Israr A. Shaikh, Yogesh Chendake, Dadaso D. Mohite

“…This challenge has been further exacerbated by the pressures of globalization, necessitating the adoption of more sustainable and efficient farming practices. …”
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