Radiation dosimetry performance appraisal of the optimal concentration of nitro blue tetrazolium dye in PVA composite film at low X-ray doses by Reham Albejadi, Saleh Alashrah, Yassine El-Ghoul, Zabih Ullah, Saleh A. Almatroodi

“…To meet this requirement, a composite film has been developed using polyvinyl alcohol (PVA) polymer and nitro blue tetrazolium (NBT) dye to measure low radiation doses effectively. Methods: Various concentrations of NBT dye (ranging from 0.75 to 15 g/L) were tested to determine the optimal concentration for maximum efficiency. …”
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Establishment and Application of MCRV Detection Method for Larvae of Mud Crab, Scylla paramamosain by Xiyu JIN, Shouhu LI, Yue WU, Xu CHU, Wei WANG, Wenhong FANG, Xincang LI

“…This detection method can be applied to screening MCRV in mud crab larvae at different developmental stages and provide technical support for the production of MCRV-free mud crab seedlings.…”
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Indonesian optimal sarcopenia cutoff values of calf circumference, muscle strength, and physical performance: a multicenter descriptive and cross-sectional study by Siti Setiati, Shahrul Bahyah Kamaruzzaman, Shahrul Bahyah Kamaruzzaman, Samuel Teong Huang Chew, Samuel Teong Huang Chew, Samuel Teong Huang Chew, Nina Kemala Sari, Kuntjoro Harimurti, Purwita Wijaya Laksmi, I Gusti Putu Suka Aryana, Sri Sunarti, Noto Dwimartutie, Ika Fitriana, Anastasia Asylia Dinakrisma, Muhammad Khifzhon Azwar, Roza Mulyana, Dina Aprillia Ariestine, Dina Aprillia Ariestine, Wiwit Agung Sri Nur Cahyawati, Wiwit Agung Sri Nur Cahyawati, Lazuardhi Dwipa, Fatichati Budiningsih, Agus Sudarso, Mala Hayati, Chacha Marisa Isfandiari, Muhammad Darma Muda Setia, Rahmi Istanti

“…We therefore aimed to conduct a nationwide study in the community to obtain optimal cutoff values for calf circumference, muscle strength, and physical performance for the diagnosis of sarcopenia in Indonesia.MethodsIn this multicenter descriptive and cross-sectional study, we collected data from healthy adults aged 20–39 years in different islands in Indonesia. …”
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Historical and current aspects of angiovisualization methods in CАD (a literature review) by V. O. Hubka, Yu. M. Vaіlo, A. M. Materuhin, A. L. Makarenkov

“…Further research is needed on the efficacy and safety of different СA imaging methods in CAD. Better results of the diagnostic search depend on both the capabilities of the clinic hardware component and on the optimal sequence for diagnostic processes rationally constructed by physicians.…”
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Reference Ranges of Amniotic Fluid Index in Late Third Trimester of Pregnancy: What Should the Optimal Interval between Two Ultrasound Examinations Be? by Shripad Hebbar, Lavanya Rai, Prashant Adiga, Shyamala Guruvare

“…Materials and Methods. A prospective estimation of AFI was done in 50 healthy pregnant women from 34 to 40 weeks at weekly intervals. …”
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An Underground Goaf Locating Framework Based on D-InSAR with Three Different Prior Geological Information Conditions by Kewei Zhang, Yunjia Wang, Feng Zhao, Zhanguo Ma, Guangqian Zou, Teng Wang, Nianbin Zhang, Wenqi Huo, Xinpeng Diao, Dawei Zhou, Zhongwei Shen

“…Furthermore, this investigation discusses the influence of deformation spatial resolution, the impacts of azimuth determination methodologies, and performance comparisons between non-hybrid and hybrid optimization algorithms. This study demonstrates that aligning the selection of deformation models with different types of prior geological information significantly improves the accuracy of underground goaf detection. …”
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Optimal early endpoint for second-line or subsequent immune checkpoint inhibitors in previously treated advanced solid cancers: a systematic review by Jingqiu Li, Xiaoding Zhou, Lei Wu, Jiabao Ma, Yan Tan, Songke Wu, Jie Zhu, Qifeng Wang, Qiuling Shi

“…This systematic review aimed to explore the most optimal early efficacy endpoint for such trials. Methods Phase 2 or 3 clinical trials involving patients with advanced solid cancers with disease progression following standard first-line therapy receiving second-line or subsequent ICI administration, with adequate survival outcome data, were included from PubMed, Embase, Web of Science, and Cochrane Library databases before February 2023. …”
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Optimal daratumumab-based regimen for patients with newly diagnosed and previously untreated multiple myeloma: systematic review and component network meta-analysis by Xiaohua Huang, Jia Zhou, Yuxiao Qian, Jing He, Lu Yang, Zhigang Wang, Diu Wei, Mengjie Li, Wei Ma, Haiyan Lang

“…This study compares the efficacy of daratumumab-containing regimens for NDMM patients and explores optimal combinations. Methods Databases were searched from inception until February 29, 2024. …”
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The optimal combination of cooling and equilibration durations, along with the addition of melatonin, gamma-oryzanol, and canthaxanthin, for improving swamp buffalo semen cryoprese... by Wilasinee Inyawilert, Yu-Jing Liao, Oswald Nfor Ndi, Koranit Pradithera, Atchawut Saengtun, Sureeporn Saengwong, Payungsuk Intawicha, Kunlayaphat Wuthijaree, Vorawatt Hanthongkul, Kaikaew Kamdee, Anurak Khieokhajonkhet, Chalothon Amporn, Attapol Tiantong, Chompunut Lumsangkul

“…This study aimed to investigate the effects of cooling and equilibration duration, as well as the addition of antioxidants to the semen extender, on the cryopreservation of swamp buffalo semen. Materials and Methods: Semen collected from swamp buffalo bulls was subjected to four different conditions: (T1) 2-h cooling and 2-h equilibration, (T2) 1.5-h cooling and 1.5-h equilibration, (T3) 1-h cooling and 1-h equilibration, and (T4) 0.5-h cooling and 0.5-h equilibration. …”
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Optimal Operation of Multi-Source Power Generation System with Electric Heater and Concentrating Solar Power Plant Considering Conditional Risk Cost by Chunhua PENG, Yi LIU, Huijuan SUN

“…The results verify the superiority of the proposed model and method, and the impact of different confidence levels on the scheduling results is analyzed.…”
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Flavonoids in Different Parts of Lysimachia clethroides Duby Extracted by Ionic Liquid: Analysis by HPLC and Antioxidant Activity Assay by Jin-feng Wei, Zhi-juan Zhang, Li-li Cui, Wen-yi Kang

“…To establish methods for simultaneous determination of isoquercitrin, astragalin in leaves, quercetin, and kaempferol in flowers of Lysimachia clethroides Duby, respectively, the methods were ultrasound-assisted extraction combined with RP-HPLC, and ionic liquid was used as the extraction solvent. …”
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Regional differences and distributional dynamic evolution of science and technology innovation driven green development efficiency in Chinese agriculture by Lingling Wang, Min Li, Panpan Zhang

“…This study assesses the spatiotemporal efficiency of ASTI in promoting green agricultural development across 30 Chinese provinces, aiming to uncover persistent regional disparities and dynamic evolution patterns.MethodsConstructing an evaluation model and indicator system for science, technology and innovation driven green development in agriculture, applying the network Slack-Based Measure (SBM) model to measure the level of efficiency, and analyzing regional differences and dynamic features through the Theil index, kernel density estimation and spatial Markov methods.Results and discussionThis study explores the regional differences and distributional dynamic evolution of the efficiency of Agricultural science and technology innovation (ASTI) driven green development in China. …”
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Longitudinal Joint Experiment of Shield Tunnel Segments Reinforced with Steel Plates under Different Anchor Bolt Arrangements by WANG Jinlong, GAN Haijie, SUN Xuebing, LOU Yinghao, LIU Xian

“…[Objective] To address the issues of weak interfacial bonding and unclear force transmission commonly associated with current steel plate reinforcement methods for shield tunnel segments, it is necessary to conduct full-scale experiments on the longitudinal joints (hereinafter referred to as ′joints′) of shield tunnel segments reinforced with steel plates under various anchor bolt arrangements, and to optimize existing anchor bolt configurations. …”
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Fuel-Optimal In-Track Satellite Formation Trajectory with <i>J</i>₂ Perturbation Using Pontryagin Neural Networks by Morgan Choi, Seonho Lee

“…The proposed method transforms the conventional two-point boundary value problem into a mathematical programming problem, enabling the efficient computation of optimal trajectories. …”
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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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Electric field variations across DLPFC targeting methods in TMS therapy for Alzheimer’s disease by Nianshuang Wu, Yuxuan Shao, Zhen Wu, Shuxiang Zhu, Penghao Wang, Ziyan Zhu, Cheng Zhang, Changzhe Wu, Xiaolin Huo, Hua Lin, Guanghao Zhang

“…Objective: This study assesses differences in TMS-induced E-field using functional versus anatomical targeting methods for DLPFC stimulation. …”
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Cleaning methods for biosafety cabinet to eliminate residual mycoplasmas, viruses, and endotoxins after changeover by Mitsuru Mizuno, Saeri Kimbara, Hanae Ichise, Natsumi Ishikawa, Yuto Nishihara, Miwako Nishio, Ichiro Sekiya

“…Moreover, although several methods for expunging these contaminants have been proposed, an optimal method has not yet been determined. …”
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Optimal economic and low‐carbon scheduling in integrated energy system considering multi‐level thermal energy coupling and integrated demand response by Yanjun Jing, Mingming Liang, Haixin Wang, Zihao Yang, Gen Li, Fausto Pedro García Márquez, Junyou Yang, Zhe Chen

“…Moreover, the traditional optimal operation method does not consider the impact of expanding a single thermal energy flow into a multi‐level thermal energy flow on the optimal operation results of the system. …”
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Battery Cell Charging Behavior Analysis Using Constant Current and Constant Voltage Methods by Anna Cyntia, Muhammad Imran Hamid, Ayu Elsa Afriyanti

“…The simulation analyzes the charging efficiency, usable capacity, and internal impedance variation under various current levels and voltage thresholds. The CC/CV method is compared with findings from other studies that also used the CC/CV charging technique, highlighting similarities and differences in the results. …”
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A Passive Time Reversal Method with a Metamodel for Underwater Source Localization by Jiang Liu, Sheng Li

“…A passive time reversal method with a metamodel (PTR-MM) is proposed to improve underwater source localization under ocean conditions. …”
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