A Hybrid Multi-Strategy Differential Creative Search Optimization Algorithm and Its Applications by Yuanyuan Zhang, Longquan Yong, Yijia Chen, Jintao Yang, Mengnan Zhang

“…The comparison includes both recent state-of-the-art algorithms and improved optimization methods. Simulation results demonstrate that the incorporation of the refined set and clustering process, along with the table reinforcement learning model (double Q-learning model) mechanism, leads to superior convergence speed and higher optimization precision.…”
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Gradient-based optimization for parameter identification of lithium-ion battery model for electric vehicles by Motab Turki Almousa, Mohamed R. Gomaa, Mostafa Ghasemi, Mohamed Louzazni

“…The findings were contrasted to those from various algorithms, such as whale optimization algorithm, multi-verse optimizer, sine cosine algorithm, arithmetic optimization algorithm, particle swarm optimization, red kite optimization algorithm, tree-seed algorithm, and white shark optimizer. …”
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Optimizing transcutaneous spinal stimulation: excitability of evoked spinal reflexes is dependent on electrode montage by Kelly Lynn Thatcher, Karen Emily Nielsen, Evan Blake Sandler, Oliver John Daliet, Jennifer Ann Iddings, Edelle Carmen Field-Fote

“…Additionally, we assessed tolerability of the stimulation during PRM reflex testing. Methods Fifteen adults with intact neurological systems participated in this randomized crossover study. …”
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Energy Efficiency Optimization of Milk Homogenizers: A Contribution to the European Green Deal Goals by Samoichuk Kyrylo, Kovalyov Alexandr, Palianychka Nadiia, Hutsol Taras, Komarnitskyi Serhii, Bezaltychna Olena, Kuboń Maciej, Tabor Sylwester, Kukharets Valentyna

“…The modern global milk processing industry involves the use of innovations and optimization of existing industry management methods, which contributes to the realization of sustainable development and energy efficiency. …”
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Evaluation of Optimized Toluidine Blue Stain as an Alternative Stain for Rapid On-Site Evaluation (ROSE) by Alejandro S. Mendoza, Alaa Afify, Lydia Howell, John Bishop, Aurelia Lauderdale, Stan Seko, Ronelson Hermosilla, Donald York, Kurt B. Schaberg

“…<b>Methods</b>: A comparative study was conducted using fifty remnant body fluid specimens with adequate cellularity, collected at the University of California Davis Medical Center over six months. …”
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Leveraging a disulfidptosis-based signature to characterize heterogeneity and optimize treatment in multiple myeloma by Bingxin Zhang, Dong Zheng, Shuxia Zhu, Xinyi Zhang, Quanqiang Wang, Zhili Lin, Ziwei Zheng, Shujuan Zhou, Zixing Chen, Sisi Zheng, Enqing Lan, Luning Cui, Hansen Ying, Yu Zhang, Xuanru Lin, Qiang Zhuang, Honglan Qian, Xudong Hu, Yan Zhuang, Qianying Zhang, Zhouxiang Jin, Songfu Jiang, Yongyong Ma, Yongyong Ma, Yongyong Ma

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Numerical simulation study on differences in acid dissolution mechanisms between fractured dolomite and limestone reservoirs by QI Ning, SU Xuhang, LI Xuesong, ZHANG Peng, LU Yixin, ZHOU Shunming

“…Based on the two-scale continuum model， scholars have conducted numerous studies on the acid dissolution mechanisms in porous and fractured carbonate reservoirs using numerical simulation methods. However， relatively few studies focused on the differences in how fractures influence the acid dissolution mechanisms in fractured dolomite and limestone reservoirs. …”
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VERTICAL DIMENSION OF OCCLUSION CHARACTERISTICS IN PATIENTS WITH DIFFERENT TYPES OF MALOCCLUSIONS BY THE SHIMBASHI INDEX IN THE AGE ASPECT by O.M. Makarova, V.D. Kuroiedova, Y.V. Rud

“… Occlusal vertical dimension is one of the important parameters, which is significantly related to the functional status of the masticatory complex. The finding of the optimal occlusal vertical dimension and the method of its determining is a debatable and topical issue in planning of orthodontic correction and orthopedic rehabilitation. …”
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Application value of different frailty assessment tools in older patients undergoing major abdominal surgery by Junli You, Xuepiao Chen, Yu Rong, Sining Pan, Tianxiao Liu, Yubo Xie

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Intestinal microbiota as biomarkers for different colorectal lesions based on colorectal cancer screening participants in community by Gairui Li, Gairui Li, Dan Zhao, Binfa Ouyang, Yinggang Chen, Yashuang Zhao

“…However, the utilization of intestinal microbiota for identify the lesions in different procedures in CRC screening populations remains limited.MethodsA total of 529 high-risk individuals who underwent CRC screening were included, comprising 13 advanced adenomas (Aade), 5 CRC, 59 non-advanced adenomas (Nade), 129 colon polyps (Pol), 99 cases of colorectal inflammatory disease (Inf), and 224 normal controls (Nor). 16S rRNA gene sequencing was used to profile the intestinal microbiota communities. …”
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Optimized protocol for direct extraction of SARS-CoV-2 RNA from raw wastewater samples (ANRS 0160) by Ahlam Chaqroun, Ghina El Soufi, Zuzana Gerber, Julie Loutreul, Nicolas Cluzel, Julie Challant, Damien Delafoy, Florian Sandron, Léo Di Jorio, Stéphanie Raffestin, Vincent Maréchal, Christophe Gantzer, Robert Olaso, Jean-François Deleuze, Olivier Rohr, Nicolas Boudaud, Clémentine Wallet, Isabelle Bertrand

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Exogenous ALA applied on different plant parts promotes tomato fruit quality and GABA synthesis by Peng Bai, Junwen Wang, Yongmei He, Junfang Feng, Juanli Li, Xingpan Shang, Yue Wu, Jihua Yu, Jihua Yu, Zhongqi Tang, Jianming Xie

“…The study investigated the application of exogenous ALA to different parts of the plant to determine the optimal ALA concentrations for each application site (10 mg·L−1 for root application, 100 mg·L−1 for foliar application, and 100 mg·L−1 for fruit surface application). …”
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The short-term effects of different cold spell definitions on asthma outpatient visits in Lanzhou, China by Jianjun Wu, Xizhuoma Zha, Xuelin Ren, Boxi Feng, Ying Zhang, Linghong Wang, Xingmin Wei, Yahui Xie, Jia Zhang, Jie Lu

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Standardization of tree species in agroforestry systems of Coffea arabica L. at different altitudes in Amazonas, Peru by Nixon Haro, Gerson Meza-Mori, Jaqueline Llomeli Zuta Lopez, Elí Pariente, Heyton Deyvi Garcia Cruz, Lily Juarez-Contreras, Elver Coronel Castro, Rosalynn Yohanna Rivera Lopez, Manuel Oliva-Cruz

“…However, the selection of optimal tree species remains a challenge. This study evaluated the impact of different tree species on coffee productivity, sensory quality and edaphic properties in AFS with Coffea arabica L. in the Amazon region, Peru. …”
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Comparative chromium adsorptive capacity of different low-cost materials using fixed bed column by Asma Shakeel, Inayat Mustafa Khan, Faheem Jeelani, Mukhtar Iderawumi Abdulraheem, Salma Imam Sulaiman, Mohmad Auyoub Bhat, Javid Ahmad Bhat, Tahir Sheikh, Rakshanda Anayat, Syed Andleeba Jan, Mehnaz Shakeel, Mohd. Tariq, Arifullah Mohammed, Tabarak Malik

“…The study also sought to understand the impact of various operational parameters (flow rate, bed height and inflow metal concentration) on Cr (VI) adsorption by breakthrough curve analysis for optimizing the different column parameters required for a given heavy metal adsorption on a particular adsorbent. …”
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Different Dosages of Corticosteroid and Routes of Administration in Mandibular Third Molar Surgery: a Systematic Review by Marie Kjærgaard Larsen, Thomas Kofod, Ann-Eva Christiansen, Thomas Starch-Jensen

“…Objectives: The objective of the present systematic review was to test the hypothesis of no difference in facial swelling, pain and trismus after surgical removal of mandibular third molar with different dosages of corticosteroids and administration routes. …”
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Evaluation of different root canal filling techniques in severely curved canals by micro-computed tomography by Betul Aycan Alim, Yıldız Garip Berker

“…Materials and methods: Sixty extracted mandibular first molars (degree of root canal curvature >25°) were selected. …”
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Effects of Tooth Brushing on Surface Roughness and Weight Loss in Fissure Sealants with Different Filler Ratios by Ebru Hazar Bodrumlu

“… Objective: The aim of this study was to evaluate the effect of tooth brushing on weight loss and surface roughness changes in fissure sealants with different filling ratios. Methods: A total of 80 samples, 20 in each, were prepared from fissure sealants containing 4 different fillers (0%, 30%, 50%, 70.2). …”
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Different insulin treatment regimens in patient with diabetes mellitus type 1: Effects on quality of life by Stojanović Jelena, Milošević Dragoslav, Antović Ilija, Sekulić Goran, Beljić-Živković Teodora

“…Despite of contemporary diabetes mellitus (DM) treatment, one half of patients do not achieve an optimal metabolic control. Considering great psychological burden of diabetic patients, the purpose of this study was to assess the effect of different insulin treatment regimens, glycemic control and the presence of vascular complications on self-reported well-being and quality of life (QoL) of subjects with type 1 DM. …”
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Efficacy and Safety of Different Intravenous Glucocorticoid Regimens in the Treatment of Graves’ Ophthalmopathy: A Meta-Analysis by Jing Chen, Nuo Xu, Huilan Sun, Gang Chen

“…For the incidence of adverse events, the results also showed no significant difference between the 2 groups (OR: 1.14; 95% CI: 0.62–2.09). …”
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