Finding Pareto trade-offs in fair and accurate detection of toxic speech by Soumyajit Gupta, Venelin Kovatchev, Anubrata Das, Maria De-Arteaga, Matthew Lease

“…In addition, competing objectives (e.g., accuracy vs. fairness) often require making trade-offs based on stakeholder preferences, but stakeholders may not know their preferences before seeing system performance under different trade-off settings. Method. We formulate the GAP loss, a differentiable version of a fairness measure, Accuracy Parity, to provide balanced accuracy across binary demographic groups. …”
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Effects of Adding Different Functional Components on Batter Characteristics and Oil Penetration of Deep-fried Coated Eggplant Slices by Juyang ZHAO, Ting WANG, Pengyu WANG, Jing LIU, Feiran YANG, Xuexin YANG, Xuemei CAI

“…The control effect of nine functional components on oil penetration was observed by Sudan red staining method with the optimal additive amount: Soybean protein<whey protein<wheat protein, oat fiber<wheat fiber<soybean fiber, xanthan gum<guar gum<carragenan. …”
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Different Statistical Modeling to Predict Compressive Strength of High-Strength Concrete Modified with Palm Oil Fuel Ash by Soran Abdrahman Ahmad, Bilal Kamal Mohammed, Serwan Khwrshid Rafiq, Brwa Hama Saeed Hamah Ali, Kawa Omer Fqi

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Effects of Optimized Fertilization and Organic Fertilizer Subsitution Technology on the Growth and Soil Fertility of Chinese Flowering Cabbage by Lan WEI, Zehuang WANG, Weisheng CHEN, Lianxi HUANG, Lihua TIAN, Zhongzhen LIU, Dongtian LAO, Qing HUANG

“…【Method】Jiangmen City of Guangdong Province, one of the vegetable supply bases for Hong Kong and the Pearl River Delta, was used as the research base. …”
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Optimizing Mitral Valve Replacement Outcomes: The Role of Goal-Directed Hemodynamic and Fluid Therapy in the Perioperative Period by Ravshan A. Ibadov, Sherzod M. Aliev, Sardor Kh. Ibragimov, Suhrob P. Ergashev

“…Research is generally aimed to identify optimal strategies for maintaining hemodynamic stability, reducing complications, and minimizing recovery time after surgery.Objective: To study the effect of echocardiography-guided goal-directed hemodynamic and fluid therapy on perioperative outcomes of mitral valve replacement (MVR).Material and methods: We analyzed data from 146 patients with mitral regurgitation who underwent MVR. …”
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Measurement and optimization of sustainable urban form elements in New Urban districts using multi-source data by Yanfeng Zhang, Xiaohui Wang, Longsheng Wang, Guangyu Li, Yige Zhang, Yu Ye, Hongqiang Jiang, Shaoyun Zhong, Junxi Song

“…IntroductionAt the crucial stage of China’s transition from extensive expansion driven by external factors to intensive, connotation-focused development, scientifically optimizing the spatial form of new urban districts, promoting dynamic and adaptive spaces, and enhancing the quality and diversity of urban environments are issues of substantial importance.MethodsBased on urban morphology, this study proposes that high street accessibility, appropriate building density and typology, and a sufficient degree of functional mixing are the foundations of spatial morphology for promoting sustainable urban development. …”
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Dasatinib Dose Optimization Based on Therapeutic Drug Monitoring in Patients with Chronic-Phase Chronic Myeloid Leukemia by Cheng F, Cui Z, Li Q, Wang L, Zhang Y, Li W

“…Fang Cheng,1,2 Zheng Cui,1,2 Qiang Li,1,2 Liu Wang,1,2 Yu Zhang,1,2 Weiming Li3 1Department of Pharmacy, Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, 430022, People’s Republic of China; 2Hubei Province Clinical Research Center for Precision Medicine for Critical Illness, Wuhan, 430022, People’s Republic of China; 3Department of Hematology, Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, 430022, People’s Republic of ChinaCorrespondence: Yu Zhang, Email zhangwkp@163.com Weiming Li, Email lee937@126.comBackground: Although a dosage decrease regimen for chronic phase chronic myeloid leukemia (CML-CP) has been suggested, there is a marked lack of guidance on individualizing medication dosages for patients.Methods: Our aim was to explore the application of therapeutic drug monitoring (TDM) as a strategy for optimizing dasatinib dosage in patients with CML-CP.Results: It was observed that patients administered a dosage of 100 mg exhibited significantly higher concentrations than those given 50 mg, with no marked difference in concentration between branded and generic drugs. …”
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Topical Nitroglycerin for Radial Access Optimization: Supporting Vascular Access in Patients at Risk for Acute Heart Failure by Adrian Sebastian Zus, Simina Crișan, Silvia Luca, Daniel Nișulescu, Mihaela Valcovici, Oana Pătru, Mihai-Andrei Lazăr, Cristina Văcărescu, Dan Gaiță, Constantin-Tudor Luca

“…This study evaluates the efficacy of topical NTG in improving radial artery puncture success and reducing RAS incidence. <i>Materials and Methods:</i> In a randomized, double-blind single-center study 100 patients undergoing angiography were pretreated with either topical NTG or placebo. …”
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Research on the Optimal Scheduling of Multi-Microgrid Double-Layer Game Considering Fair Carbon Trading Strategy in the Green Certificate Trading Market by Shuaibo Zhang, Fei He, Baofeng Li

“…The proposed method involves the development of a two-layer optimal scheduling model using the Mixed Integer Chaotic Particle Swarm Optimization algorithm (MICPSO). …”
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Impact of an optimized care model for advanced HIV disease: a non-randomized cluster study in Malawi by Thulani Maphosa, Lise Denoeud-Ndam, Lloyd Chilikutali, Eddie Matiya, Bilaal Wilson, Rose Nyirenda, Allan Mayi, Rhoderick Machekano, Appolinaire Tiam

“…Methods This non-randomized cluster design was conducted using a hub-and-spoke model. …”
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Assessing different patterns of laser welding with Nickel-Chromium (Ni-Cr) alloy for structures applicable to fixed prosthesis by Jarbas Eduardo Martins, Fábio V.R. Bastos Neto, Danilo Antônio Duarte, Ângela Toshie Araki

“…Nowadays, the laser welding process shows a great advantage in comparison to other methods. The aim of this study was to evaluate the optimal laser welds point that is more appropriate to Ni-Cr prosthetic framework. …”
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Effect of different drying techniques on the physicochemical and nutritional properties of Moringa oleifera leaves powder and their application in bakery product by B.M. Khaled, Ashish Kumar Das, S. M. Shamiul Alam, Nazmus Saqib, Md. Suman Rana, Sumia Rahman Sweet, Tamanna Naznin, Md. Pallob Hossain, Shanto Sardar, Zakaria Hossain, Suzana Marzan, Afrina Yesmin

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StandUPTV: a full-factorial optimization trial to reduce sedentary screen time among adults by Sarah K. Keadle, Kristina Hasanaj, Krista S. Leonard, Arlene Fernandez, Lena Freid, Skylar Weiss, Maria Legato, Harsh Anand, Todd A. Hagobian, Siobhan M. Phillips, Suzanne Phelan, Kate Guastaferro, Ryan G. N. Seltzer, Matthew P. Buman

“…Methods Eligible participants were 23–64 years old and self-reported elevated rSST (> 3 h/day). …”
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Quadriceps Weakness as a Predictor of Knee Extension Deficit in Anterior Cruciate Ligament Injury - A Cross-Sectional Study by Gopisankar Balaji, Mohanakrishnan Jagadevan, Bhanumathy Mohanakrishnan, Salaja Murugesan, Jebaraj Fletcher, Navin Kumar, Thangamani Ramalingam Alagappan

“…Quadriceps strength was measured by “isometric quadriceps pressure difference (IQPD)” and KED was measured by “heel height difference (HHD).” …”
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Experimental Study on Stress Uniformity and Deformation Behavior of Coals with Different Length-to-Diameter Ratios under Dynamic Compression by Qiupeng Yuan, Guangxiang Xie, Lei Wang, Zhenhua Jiao, Peng Zou, Huaiqian Liu, Naseer Muhammad Khan

“…This study researched the stress uniformity and deformation behavior of coal samples with different L/D ratios during dynamic compression, defined the stress equilibrium coefficient ξ, proposed a new method for determining whether a sample meets the stress uniformity hypothesis, and obtained the critical L/D ratio of 0.6 and the optimal L/D ratio of 0.3 or 0.4 for coal samples to obtain the stress equilibrium. …”
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Effects of Different Inhibitors on the Corrosion Mitigation of Steel Rebar Immersed in NaCl-Contaminated Concrete Pore Solution by Sang-Ho Min, Han-Seung Lee, Jitendra Kumar Singh

“…Therefore, it needs a proper corrosion mitigation method. Various types of corrosion inhibitors are used to mitigate the corrosion of steel rebar in chloride-contaminated concrete; however, selecting the appropriate inhibitor and determining its optimal concentration remains a concern. …”
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Analysis of Enamel Surface and Shear Bond Strength with Orthodontic Bracket at Different Time Intervals After Bleaching Treatment by Yu-Jin Lee, Ji-Yeon Hong, Hye-Min Ku, Song-Yi Yang

“…Methods: A 35% HP was applied to enamel surfaces, which were assigned to group 0. …”

Primary care experiences of family caregivers using the same medical facility as their care recipient or a different facility by Gen Nakayama, Shoichi Masumoto, Junji Haruta, Tetsuhiro Maeno

“…Abstract Background Family caregivers and care recipients do not always have the same usual source of care, which may create barriers to providing optimal care for caregivers. This study aimed to compare family caregivers' primary care experiences based on whether they used the same medical facility as their care recipient or a different facility. …”
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Force Expressed by 3D-Printed Aligners with Different Thickness and Design Compared to Thermoformed Aligners: An in Vitro Study by Francesca Cremonini, Carolina Pancari, Luca Brucculeri, Ariyan Karami Shabankare, Luca Lombardo

“…(1) Background: Clear aligners are favored for their aesthetics in orthodontics, with newer 3D-printed technologies allowing the design of aligners with differential thicknesses and materials, offering advantages in terms of force distribution on the teeth, thereby optimizing treatment biomechanics. This study aimed to compare the initial and final forces of three types of 3D-printed aligners (with different thickness gradients and gingival margins) and traditional thermoformed aligners (with different gingival margins), evaluating stress relaxation and force consistency to determine which material and configuration may be optimal for better force distribution; (2) Methods: Twenty-seven 3D-printed aligners with three design variations and 18 thermoformed aligners were analyzed. …”
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Agronomic evaluation of hemp (Cannabis sativa L.) for cannabidiol production in Yunnan, China by Wenjing Ouyang, Jing Ou, Qi Zheng, Xiran Yang, Yuanyuan Meng, Guanghui Du, Feihu Liu, Yuewu Chen, Kailei Tang

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