Comparative effectiveness of different transarterial embolization therapies alone or in combination with local ablative or adjuvant systemic treatments for unresectable hepatocellu... by Konstantinos Katsanos, Panagiotis Kitrou, Stavros Spiliopoulos, Ioannis Maroulis, Theodore Petsas, Dimitris Karnabatidis

“…<h4>Background</h4>The optimal transcatheter embolization strategy for patients with unresectable hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) remains elusive. We conducted a systematic review and network meta-analysis (NMA) of different embolization options for unresectable HCC.…”
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Mechanisms of Zooplankton Community Assembly and Their Associations with Environmental Drivers in Arid-Region Reservoirs of Northwest China by Xuelian Qiu, Fangze Zi, Long Yun, Qiang Huo, Liting Yang, Yong Song, Shengao Chen

“…Significant correlations (<i>p</i> < 0.05) were detected among functional groups RC (rotifers carnivora), RF (rotifers filter feeders), SCF (small copepods and claocera filter feeders), and MCC (middle copepods and claocera carnivora). …”
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Toward an integrated map of genetic interactions in cancer cells by Benedikt Rauscher, Florian Heigwer, Luisa Henkel, Thomas Hielscher, Oksana Voloshanenko, Michael Boutros

“…To identify genotype‐dependent vulnerabilities, forward genetic screens in different genetic backgrounds have been conducted. We devised MINGLE, a computational framework to integrate CRISPR/Cas9 screens originating from different libraries building on approaches pioneered for genetic network discovery in model organisms. …”
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Detection of phishing portals through machine learning algorithms by E. A. Trushnikov

“…Objective Analysis and practical implementation of the phishing portal detection functionality through machine learning algorithms. Method. …”
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Contactless and short‐range vital signs detection with doppler radar millimetre‐wave (76–81 GHz) sensing firmware by Pi‐Yun Chen, Hsu‐Yung Lin, Zi‐Heng Zhong, Neng‐Sheng Pai, Chien‐Ming Li, Chia‐Hung Lin

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Enhanced DL-Based Breast Cancer Diagnosis and Classification Using Modified DenseNet-121, DenseNet-201, and MobileNetV2: Optimized Architectures and Refined Activation Functions by Khaddouj Taifi, Yassine Sabbar, Hanin Ardah, Abdel-Haleem Abdel-Aty

“…Despite notable progress, further optimization of neural network architectures and activation functions remains critical for enhancing classification accuracy and model generalization. …”
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Diversity patterns and trait-specific variations in soil nematode communities associated with Solidago invasion by Zsolt Tóth, Kristóf Korponai

“…By integrating taxonomic, trait-based, and network approaches, this study highlights how plant invasions can reshape belowground biodiversity and alter ecosystem functioning.…”
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Structure and properties of citrus pectin as influencing factors of biomarkers of metabolic syndrome in rats fed with a high-fat diet by Pablo Méndez-Albiñana, Raquel Rodrigues-Díez, Pilar Rodríguez-Rodríguez, Rodrigo Moreno, David Muñoz-Valverde, Laura Casani, Mar Villamiel, Javier Blanco-Rivero

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Analysis of a mathematical model for malaria using data-driven approach by Adithya Rajnarayanan, Manoj Kumar, Abdessamad Tridane

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Geospatial Modelling for Estimation of PM2.5 Concentrations in Two Megacities in Peninsular India by V. P. Lavanyaa, S. Varshini, Souvik Sankar Mitra, Kiran M. Hungund, Rudrodip Majumdar, R. Srikanth

“…Therefore, extensive scientific studies must be conducted to assess the PM2.5 exposures of Indians and determine the “exposure-response function” specific to India. …”
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Discovering molecular signatures in kidney transplant biopsies with borderline changes and isolated V-lesions: single-cell RNA-sequencing analysis of human blood and tissue Spatial... by Jeongin Song, Minji Kang, Yunyoung Jang, Christine Suh-Yun Joh, Ha Yeon Shin, Julia Young Baik, Hyun Seung Choi, Kyu Hong Kim, Seong Min Lee, Seung-Min Cha, Hyunah Ku, Ahram Han, Sang Il Min, Jongwon Ha, Kyung Chul Moon, Sehoon Park, Seung Seok Han, Hajeong Lee, Dong Ki Kim, Kook Hwan Oh, Kwon Wook Joo, Ji Hwan Moon, Chung-Gyu Park, Yon Su Kim, Seung Hee Yang, Hyun Je Kim, Yong Chul Kim

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U-Net-based VGG19 model for improved facial expression recognition by Xiaohu ZHAO, Jingyi ZHANG, Mingzhi JIAO, Lixun XIE, Lanfei WANG, Weiqing SUN, Di ZHANG

“…The innovation of the SEAttention module lies in replacing the original activation function with the Mish activation function, which can dynamically adjust the weights of different channels to enhance performance. …”
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NSGA-II-based load resource management for frequency and voltage support by Yaxin Wang, Zhihang Zhu, Zhihong Yu, Zigan Wang

“…The LRM method supports primary frequency and voltage regulation, and its integration with network dynamics minimizes the established disutility function caused by load participation. …”
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Towards Efficient Object Detection in Large-Scale UAV Aerial Imagery via Multi-Task Classification by Shuo Zhuang, Yongxing Hou, Di Wang

“…Then, to improve the training process of the classification network, we design a multi-task loss function to optimize the parameters of the multi-branch network. …”
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Evaluation of Parametric and Non-Parametric Models in Estimating Canopy Cover Density of Zagros Forests Using Remote Sensing and Machine Learning by Sajad Alimahmoodi Sarab, MohamadHadi Moayery, MOhammad Mirzavand, Shaban Shataee Jouibary, Alireza Rashki

“…Subsequently, the values derived from the vegetation cover indices at the sample plots were extracted using the Zonal Statistics function in ArcGIS. Multiple linear regression and artificial neural networks were employed to estimate vegetation density. …”
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Evaluation of the technical performance of the Nofence virtual fencing system in Alberta, Canada by Alexandra J. Harland, Francisco J. Novais, Obioha N. Durunna, Carolyn J. Fitzsimmons, John S. Church, Edward W. Bork

“…Technical parameters such as network connectivity, collar failures, battery performance, and solar charging capabilities of the VF collars were evaluated across four grazing trials, three conducted in summer and one in winter. …”
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Automatic detection of lucky bamboo nodes based on Improved YOLOv7 by Jing Zhang, Jing Zhang, Jing Zhang, Ruoling Deng, Ruoling Deng, Ruoling Deng, Chengzhi Cai, Erpeng Zou, Haitao Liu, Haitao Liu, Mingxin Hou, Xinzhi Chen, Huamin Lin, Zhenye Wei

“…The model integrates a Squeeze-and-Excitation (SE) attention mechanism into the feature extraction network to enhance target localization and introduces a Weighted Intersection over Union (WIoU) loss function to optimize bounding box regression. …”
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A 23-gene multi-omics signature predicts prognosis and treatment response in non-small cell lung cancer by Yinxu Zhang, Siwang Wang, Xiaoyang Chen, Guangyu Zhang, Yuxi Wang, Xiaomei Liu

“…Conducted MR analysis to explore causal links between signature genes and NSCLC incidence, providing biological insights. (3) Results: A prognostic signature was developed, including 23 prognostic genes related to 19 PCD patterns and three organelle functions. …”
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AISLE: A matchmaking tool for pairing SMEs with digital solutions by Gokcen Yilmaz, Francisco Raziel Treviño Almaguer, Gregory Hawkridge, Duncan McFarlane

“…This study aids the digital transformation of SMEs through A matchmakIng tool for pairing SMEs with suitabLE digital solutions and their providers (AISLE). AISLE conducts a systematic mapping and matching of non-technical and technical requirements/functionalities needed by an SME for a digital solution. …”
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Seed-based resting-state connectivity as a neurosignature in fibromyalgia and depression: a narrative systematic review by Betina Franceschini Tocchetto, Betina Franceschini Tocchetto, Andrea Cristiane Janz Moreira, Andrea Cristiane Janz Moreira, Álvaro de Oliveira Franco, Álvaro de Oliveira Franco, Iraci L. S. Torres, Felipe Fregni, Wolnei Caumo, Wolnei Caumo, Wolnei Caumo

“…BackgroundMajor depressive disorder (MDD) often co-occur with fibromyalgia (FM), and both conditions have been associated with impaired resting state functional connectivity (rs-FC). The present systematic review aims to summarize the evidence on rs-FC in individuals with MDD and FM compared with healthy controls and explore overlapping connectivity patterns and their relationships with clinical symptoms.MethodsA systematic search of the EMBASE, PubMed, Scopus and ScienceDirect databases was conducted according to PRISMA guidelines. …”
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