Variable Aircraft Spacing Quadratic Bézier Curve Trajectory Planning for Cascading Delay Mitigation by Michael R. Variny, Travis W. Moleski, Jay P. Wilhelm

“…This work investigated methods of uniformly re-directing vehicles on approach to a vertiport that would be impacted by an emergency vehicle to minimize or avoid cascading delays. …”
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Identification of a Time-Dependent Source Term in Multi-Term Time–Space Fractional Diffusion Equations by Yushan Li, Yuxuan Yang, Nanbo Chen

“…The source identification problem is reformulated as a variational problem using the Tikhonov regularization method, and an approximate solution to the inverse problem is obtained with the aid of the optimal perturbation algorithm. …”
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Cluster and Principal Component Analyses of the Bioactive Compounds and Antioxidant Activity of Celery (<i>Apium graveolens</i> L.) Under Different Fertilization Schemes by Anita Milić, Boris Adamović, Nataša Nastić, Aleksandra Tepić Horecki, Lato Pezo, Zdravko Šumić, Branimir Pavlić, Milorad Živanov, Nemanja Pavković, Đorđe Vojnović

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Advances in Design and Fabrication of Micro-Structured Solid Targets for High-Power Laser-Matter Interaction by Florin Jipa, Laura Ionel, Marian Zamfirescu

“…Besides PIC simulations, the Finite-Difference Time-Domain (FDTD) numerical method offers the possibility to generate the specific data necessary for defining solid target material properties and designing their optical geometries with high accuracy. …”
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Evaluating the influence of different straw mulch-autumn irrigation patterns on soil water, heat, and salt in seasonally frozen regions with distributed SHAW model by Jing Xue, Chong Fu, Junfeng Chen, Lihong Cui

“…Autumn irrigation is a crucial strategy for water conservation and salt leaching, and straw mulch is an effective method for alleviating soil salinization. This study used the distributed SHAW model to analyze the spatiotemporal distribution of soil water-heat-salt during the freeze-thaw period (FTP) and spring sowing period (SSP) under various straw mulch-autumn irrigation (SMAI) patterns in the HID from 2000 to 2017. …”
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Synthesis and characterization of nanocarbon having different morphological structures by chemical vapor deposition over Fe-Ni-Co-Mo/MgO catalyst by Adel A. Ezz, Mustafa M. Kamel, Gamal R. Saad

“…Catalytic chemical vapor deposition (CCVD) is one of the most promising synthesis methods for economically producing large quantities of different nanocarbon structures. …”
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Impact of Cognitive VR vs. Traditional Training on Emotional Self-Efficacy and Cognitive Function in Patients with Multiple Sclerosis: A Retrospective Study Focusing on Gender Diff... by Maria Grazia Maggio, Alessandra Benenati, Federica Impellizzeri, Amelia Rizzo, Martina Barbera, Antonino Cannavò, Vera Gregoli, Giovanni Morone, Francesco Chirico, Angelo Quartarone, Rocco Salvatore Calabrò

“…Method: The present retrospective study analyzed data from 43 MS patients undergoing cognitive and behavioral rehabilitation at the IRCCS Centro Neurolesi “Bonino Pulejo” in Italy, comparing a VR intervention group (VR-G) and a control group receiving traditional rehabilitation. …”
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Effects of feeding different proportions of steam-flaked corn-based starter on growth performance, immunity and serum metabolism of pre-weaned Simmental calves by Kangyu Yao, Yu Gao, Liang Yang, Min Yang, Xiuyu Wu, Xinyu Zhang, Zhengke Lv, Wei Shao, Yong Wei, Wanping Ren

“…Despite benefits shown in adult cattle, research on calves is limited. The goal is to optimize calf feeding for better growth, health, and nutrient use.MethodsThirty-two Simmental bull calves (avg. wt: 50.50 ± 4.50 kg, avg. age: 21 ± 7 days) were divided into four groups of eight. …”
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STRUCTURAL AND FUNCTIONAL VASCULAR CHANGES IN HIGH NORMAL ARTERIAL PRESSURE by P. Nikolov

“…The PURPUSE of the present study is changes in function and structure of large arteries in individuals with High Normal Arterial Pressure (HNAP) to be established. MATERIAL and METHODS: Structural and functional changes in the large arteries were investigated in 80 individuals with HNAP and in 45 with optimal arterial pressure (OAP). …”
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Experimental and numerical investigation on hyperelastic sealing disc contact behavior in pipeline, a comparison between fluid-driven and pull-through approaches by Salar Jouzani, Mohammad Hossein Soorgee

“…The range of discrepancy between two methods varies from 15% to 26% for different oversize ratios which is considerable. …”
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Factors associated with nursing students’ satisfaction with simulation-based assessments: interaction between psychological safety and gender in a cross-sectional study by Minjung Kyung, Hieun Kim, Jung-Hee Kim

“…However, heightened anxiety surrounding performance assessments may hinder nursing students’ learning outcomes, with potential gender-based differences. Identifying factors associated with student satisfaction in SBL is crucial to optimize learning experience and improve educational strategies. …”
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Evaluation of yield, yield components and some quality traits of tuber of potato (Solanum tuberosum L.) under different weed and nutritional management practices by Hooshmand Amjadi, Gholamreza Heidari, Sirwan Babaei, Zahed Sharifi

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Robust radiogenomics approach to the identification of EGFR mutations among patients with NSCLC from three different countries using topologically invariant Betti numbers. by Kenta Ninomiya, Hidetaka Arimura, Wai Yee Chan, Kentaro Tanaka, Shinichi Mizuno, Nadia Fareeda Muhammad Gowdh, Nur Adura Yaakup, Chong-Kin Liam, Chee-Shee Chai, Kwan Hoong Ng

“…<h4>Objectives</h4>To propose a novel robust radiogenomics approach to the identification of epidermal growth factor receptor (EGFR) mutations among patients with non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) using Betti numbers (BNs).<h4>Materials and methods</h4>Contrast enhanced computed tomography (CT) images of 194 multi-racial NSCLC patients (79 EGFR mutants and 115 wildtypes) were collected from three different countries using 5 manufacturers' scanners with a variety of scanning parameters. …”
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Estimation of the duration between HIV seroconversion and HIV diagnosis in different population groups in French Guiana: Strategic information to reduce the proportion of undiagnos... by Mathieu Nacher, Antoine Adenis, Florence Huber, Edouard Hallet, Philippe Abboud, Emilie Mosnier, Bastien Bideau, Christian Marty, Aude Lucarelli, Vanessa Morel, François Lacapère, Loïc Epelboin, Pierre Couppié

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A different perspective on studying stroke predictors: joint models for longitudinal and time-to-event data in a type 2 diabetes mellitus cohort by F. J. San Andrés-Rebollo, J. Cárdenas-Valladolid, J. C. Abanades-Herranz, P. Vich-Pérez, J. M. de Miguel-Yanes, M. Guillán, M. A. Salinero-Fort, the MADIABETES

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Contrast Volume Reduction in Oncologic Body Imaging Using Dual-Energy CT: A Comparison with Single-Energy CT by Marianna Gulizia, Anais Viry, Mario Jreige, Guillaume Fahrni, Yannick Marro, Gibran Manasseh, Christine Chevallier, Clarisse Dromain, Naik Vietti-Violi

“…<b>Methods</b>: In this retrospective study, we quantitatively and qualitatively compared the image quality of 35 thoracoabdominopelvic DECT across 9 different virtual monoenergetic image (VMI) levels (from 40 to 80 keV) using a reduced volume of ICM (0.3 gI/kg of body weight) to determine the optimal keV reconstruction level. …”
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Methodology of Assessment of Athletes' Jumping Skills Using Electronic Equipment by Soyib Tajibaev, Shukhratulla Allamuratov, Bekir Erhan, Turabjon Ismoilov, Khabibulla Tursunov, Farrukh Kuchkarov

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Effects of Different Farming Models on Muscle Quality, Intestinal Microbiota Diversity, and Liver Metabolism of Rice Field Eel (<i>Monopterus albus</i>) by Yifan Zhao, Wenzong Zhou, Muyan Li, Yuning Zhang, Weiwei Lv, Weiwei Huang, Hang Yang, Quan Yuan, Mingyou Li

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Electric drive vehicle based on sliding mode control technique using a 21-level asymmetrical inverter under different operating conditions by L. Djafer, R. Taleb, F. Mehedi, A. Aissa Bokhtache, T. Bessaad, F. Chabni, H. Saidi

“…Improving EV performance by utilizing sliding mode control (SMC) technique for controlling a permanent magnet synchronous motor (PMSM) powered by a 21-level reduced switching inverter topology. Methods. This study focuses on assessing the feasibility of a 21-asymmetric MLI with reduced switching. …”
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Gender differences in the use of an upper-extremity exoskeleton during physically and cognitively demanding tasks- a study protocol for a randomized experimental trial by Bettina Wollesen, Bettina Wollesen, Julia Gräf, Lasse Hansen, Anna Gurevich, Shirley A. Elprama, Andreas Argubi-Wollesen, Kevin De Pauw, Kevin De Pauw, Kevin De Pauw

“…Postural comfort/discomfort, acceptance, and usability will be reported via standardized questionnaires.DiscussionThe study will gain insights into potential gender differences in exoskeleton use and will contribute to designing and optimizing the implementation of exoskeletons by considering muscle synergies, movement variability and cognitive resource allocation. …”
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