Transition characteristics and driving mechanisms of different types of rural settlements in plain agricultural areas by QU Yanbo, HE Xinhan, DONG Xiaozhen, LIU Chunqiang, YANG Yong, LI Yuanchao

“…Under the combined influence of policy support, financial guarantee and the subject behavior, diversified transformation paths have been formed, characterized by social inclusiveness and government-enterprise linkage, resource integration and organization leadership, industrial integration and public participation, as well as government support and collective spontaneous organization. [Conclusion] The different transition types are the result of adapting of internal conditions and external environmental changes of different rural settlements. …”
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Gender differences in cognitive benefits of meeting physical activity guidelines in older Chinese adults by Wang Li, Peiyou Chen, Aiyun Jiang, Fan Zhang, Zhijian Wu

“…These findings underscore the importance of tailored public health interventions that consider gender differences in cognitive aging to optimize cognitive outcomes.…”
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Differences in In‐Hospital and Post‐Discharge Ischemic Stroke Care According to Prestroke Functional Status by Paul M. Wechsler, Eva A. Mistry, Heidi Sucharew, David J. Robinson, Robert Stanton, Felipe de los Rios La Rosa, Jason Mackey, Simona Ferioli, Stacie L. Demel, Elisheva R. Coleman, Adam Jasne, Sabreena Slavin, Kyle B. Walsh, Michael Star, Mary Haverbusch, Kathleen Alwell, Daniel Woo, Dawn O. Kleindorfer, Brett M. Kissela

“…Background Limited data exist regarding differences in ischemic stroke care across the care continuum between patients with and without prestroke disability. …”
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High-Precision Phenotyping in Soybeans: Applying Multispectral Variables Acquired at Different Phenological Stages by Celí Santana Silva, Dthenifer Cordeiro Santana, Fábio Henrique Rojo Baio, Ana Carina da Silva Cândido Seron, Rita de Cássia Félix Alvarez, Larissa Pereira Ribeiro Teodoro, Carlos Antônio da Silva Junior, Paulo Eduardo Teodoro

“…This reinforces that the use of different specific spectra for each model can enhance accuracy, optimizing the choice of model according to the phenological stage of the plants.…”
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RRT-Based Optimizer: A Novel Metaheuristic Algorithm Based on Rapidly-Exploring Random Trees Algorithm by Guang-Jin Lai, Tao Li, Bao-Jun Shi

“…Consequently, new optimization methods are required. Inspired by the search mechanism of the Rapidly-exploring Random Trees (RRT) algorithm commonly used in robot path planning, we propose a novel metaheuristic algorithm called RRT-based Optimizer (RRTO). …”
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Testing linearity of CT System and Contrast Volume Tailoring for Optimal Hounsfield Units: A Theoretical and Experimental Study by Anahita Jafari, Fariba Zarei, Hamidreza Masjedi, Samira Moshiri, Vyas Akondi, Sabyasachi Chatterjee, Rezvan Ravanfar Haghighi

“…This aims to determine the iodine concentration thresholds for achieving effective contrasts with minimal iodine usage. Materials and Methods: Aqueous solutions of Iopaque, with 300mgI/mL of iodine, were prepared for different weight/weight ( ) iodine concentrations and filled in a water-pool phantom, and the  observations were taken at different kVps for 10 different CT machines. …”
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Ecological niche and interspecific relationship of mosquitoes in different habitats in Dongcheng District， Beijing， 2023 by WEI Xuqiang, QUE Ran, WANG Yunbo, MA Zhuo, LI Minghua, LU Xiaodi

“…ObjectiveTo explore the characteristics of ecological niche and interspecific relationships of mosquitoes in different habitats in Dongcheng District, Beijing, and to provide a basis for mosquito ecological monitoring, control and the development or optimization of prevention and control strategies for related mosquito-borne diseases.MethodsFrom May to October 2023, the ecological monitoring in residential areas, parks, tourist attractions and medical institutions in Dongcheng District of Beijing was carried out using the carbon dioxide (CO2) mosquito trapping method, and the ecological niche characteristics and interspecific relationships of mosquitoes in different habitats were analyzed using Levins ecological niche breadth index, Pinaka ecological niche overlap index and ecological niche similarity coefficients.ResultsThe temporal ecological niche of Culex pipiens pallens (10.62) was higher than that of Aedes albopictus (8.29) in different habitats in Dongcheng District of Beijing, and the temporal ecological niche overlap index of the two mosquitoes was as high as 0.87. …”
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Fermented palm kernel waste with different sugars as substrate for black soldier fly larvae by R.A. Nugroho, R. Aryani, E.H. Hardi, H. Manurung, R. Rudianto, W.N. Jati

“…Some of this waste, such as palm kernel meal, has not been fully optimized for processing. Therefore, this study sought to determine whether fermented palm kernel meal with various types of sugar (fructose, glucose, maltose, and sucrose) added could be utilized as a substrate for black soldier fly larvae.METHODS: This study investigated the use of fermented palm kernel meal with various types of sugar added at a proportion of five per cent as a substrate for black soldier fly larvae. …”
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Prevalence of iron deficiency in acute and chronic heart failure according to different clinical definitions by Lukas Lanser, Gerhard Pölzl, Moritz Messner, Maria Ungericht, Marc‐Michael Zaruba, Jakob Hirsch, Stefan Hechenberger, Stefan Obersteiner, Bernhard Koller, David Haschka, Hanno Ulmer, Guenter Weiss

“…The aim of this analysis was to assess the true ID prevalence in HF patients on the basis of different ID definitions. Methods We performed a retrospective analysis of 329 AHF and 613 CHF patients, recruited between 02/2021 and 05/2022 at the Innsbruck Medical University (47%/32% female, median age 81/64 years). …”
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On the Weak Characteristic Function Method for a Degenerate Parabolic Equation by Huashui Zhan

“…Though, by choosing different weak characteristic function, one may obtain the differential partial boundary value conditions, an optimal partial boundary value condition can be prophetic. …”
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Enhancing Treatment Efficiency: Investigating the Optimal Segment Width in Volumetric Modulated Arc Therapy for Prostate Cancer Management by Gleetus Thimothy, Mary Joan, Anuj Vijay

“…Context: The minimum segment width (MSW) is a critical element in designing optimal apertures and creating segments of various sizes and shapes in radiation treatment planning. …”
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Stem introducer designs and surgical technique play a significant role in achieving the optimal implant-cement interface by Bernard H. van Duren, Kevin Ilo, Sophie Walker, Mark Higgins, Benjamin V. Bloch, Andrew R. Manktelow, Hemant G. Pandit

“…The aim of this study was to assess movement when using different introducer designs. Methods: We compared four stem introducer designs used with two commonly used PTS stems. …”
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SYSTEMATIC ANALYSIS OF PERSPECTIVE TRENDS IN ECOLOGICAL AND BIOLOGICAL STUDIES OF THE CASPIAN SEA by G. M. Abdurakhmanov, A. F. Sokolsky, G. A. Kuanysheva, E. A. Sokolskaya, Yu. M. Brumshteyn

“…Analysis and mathematical processing of published literature sources has convincingly demonstrated the need for international cooperation to optimize the ecological and biological research. It has also confirmed the usefulness of the ecological and biological studies of the Caspian Sea in different directions, and the distribution of effort (cost) between them requires coordinated management.Conclusion. …”
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Blockchain modeled swarm optimized lyapunov smart contract deep reinforced secure tasks offloading in smart home by Preethi, Mohammed Mujeer Ulla, Sapna R, Raghavendra M Devadas

“…The BSOLSC-DRTO method is split into two sections, namely, Offloading Computational Tasks based on the Particle Swarm Optimized Lyapunov model and Temporal Difference Deep Reinforced Secured Offloading. …”
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Selection of Optimal Diagnostic Positions for Early Nutrient Deficiency in Cucumber Leaves Based on Spatial Distribution of Raman Spectra by Zhaolong Hou, Yaxuan Wang, Feng Tan, Jiaxin Gao, Feng Jiao, Chunjie Su, Xin Zheng

“…This study enhances the accuracy of Raman spectroscopy-based nutrient diagnosis, improving its application in precision agriculture. We propose a method to identify optimal diagnostic positions on cucumber leaves for early detection of nitrogen (N), phosphorus (P), and potassium (K) deficiencies, thereby providing a robust scientific basis for high-throughput phenotyping using Raman spectroscopy (RS). …”
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Eco-friendly pH monitoring in aquaculture: A comparative study of biomass waste extracts with different setup designs by Farhad Nadi, Elham Fazel Najafabadi, Hajar Rastegari

“…Maintaining optimal water quality is critical for the success of aquaculture operations, where pH monitoring plays a pivotal role. …”
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Optimal suturing techniques in patch-bridging reconstruction for massive rotator cuff tears: A finite element analysis by Yuting Zhong, Chengxuan Yu, Sijia Feng, Han Gao, Luyi Sun, Yunxia Li, Shiyi Chen, Jun Chen

“…Purpose: To use a finite element method to construct a patch-bridge repair model for massive rotator cuff tears (MRCTs) and investigate the effects of different suture methods and knot numbers on postoperative biomechanics. …”
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Optimal Allocation and Sizing of Multiple DGs with Reactive Power Capabilities in a Three-Phase Unbalanced Distribution System by Zahıra Aboumarıa, Selcuk Emiroglu

“…This study proposes a method that can be used in optimizing the allocation and sizes of the DGs. …”
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Parameter Estimation for Line Impedance in Distribution Network Based on μPMU Data by Zitong ZHANG, Qun ZHOU, Yulin DIAN, Zichao GUAN, Yue YIN, Minrui LENG, Xueshan LIU

“…And then by setting the objective function as the minimization of the difference between the calculated value and the measured value, the solution for impedance parameters is converted to a multi-objective optimization problem. …”
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Application of the Clark–Wright Method to Improve the Sustainability of the Logistic Chain by Jaroslav Mašek, Adriana Pálková, Zdenka Bulková

“…The aim of this study is to investigate the possibilities of optimizing waste collection processes in the region using a slightly modified Clark–Wright method. …”
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