EfficientNetB0-Based End-to-End Diagnostic System for Diabetic Retinopathy Grading and Macular Edema Detection by Long X, Gan F, Fan H, Qin W, Li X, Ma R, Wang L, Hu R, Xie Y, Chen L, Cao J, Shao Y, Liu K, You Z

“…Additionally, through Grad-CAM (gradient-weighted class activation mapping), we visualized the most influential image regions in the model’s decision-making process, enhancing the model’s interpretability.Conclusion: This study successfully developed an end-to-end DR diagnostic system based on the EfficientNetB0 model. …”
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Standards of practice for peripheral nerve blocks at a tertiary care center in a low-middle income country– a prospective observational study by Heena Purshotamdas Bhupta, Priyanka Kini, Nisha Sara M. Jacob

“…Data were collected for various domains and were mapped to structure, process and outcome. They were then benchmarked to identify best practices and deficiencies. …”
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LncRNA-driven programmed cell death networks: new therapeutic targets for neurological disorders by Zihong Xiong, Zihong Xiong, Chao Sun, Chao Sun, Shiyong Huang

“…Long non-coding RNAs (lncRNAs) have emerged as pivotal regulators of these PCD processes through multiple molecular strategies by modulating chromatin accessibility, assembling signaling complexes, and regulating post-transcriptional processes. …”
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Toward Adaptive and Immune-Inspired Viable Supply Chains: A PRISMA Systematic Review of Mathematical Modeling Trends by Andrés Polo, Daniel Morillo-Torres, John Willmer Escobar

“…Descriptive analysis revealed a significant increase in scientific output starting in 2020, driven by post-pandemic concerns and the accelerated digitalization of logistics operations. …”
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Use of ICT to Confront COVID-19 by Yousry Saber El Gamal

“…Once received, this data is assimilated to generate daily maps showing which regions are witnessing an increase in high fevers, thereby allowing authorities to identify potential hotspots.…”
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Automatic extraction of upper-limb kinematic activity using deep learning-based markerless tracking during deep brain stimulation implantation for Parkinson's disease: A proof of c... by Sunderland Baker, Anand Tekriwal, Gidon Felsen, Elijah Christensen, Lisa Hirt, Steven G Ojemann, Daniel R Kramer, Drew S Kern, John A Thompson

“…This approach could automate the process and improve accuracy for neuro-motor mapping, to improve surgical targeting, optimize DBS therapy, provide accessible avenues for neuro-motor mapping and DBS implantation, and advance our understanding of the function of different brain areas.…”
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Cardiac Magnetic Resonance in the Assessment of Atrial Cardiomyopathy and Pulmonary Vein Isolation Planning for Atrial Fibrillation by Nicola Pegoraro, Serena Chiarello, Riccardo Bisi, Giuseppe Muscogiuri, Matteo Bertini, Aldo Carnevale, Melchiore Giganti, Alberto Cossu

“…The possibility of an accurate CMR pulmonary vein anatomy mapping enhances the precision of pulmonary vein isolation procedures, potentially improving outcomes in AF management. …”
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Bibliometric Analysis of Medical Waste Research Using Python-Driven Algorithm by Ilie Cirstea, Andrei-Flavius Radu, Delia Mirela Tit, Ada Radu, Gabriela Bungau, Paul Andrei Negru

“…The results reveal a significant rise in publications post-2000, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic, with China, India, and the US as major contributors. …”
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Global research hotspots and trends of theta burst stimulation from 2004 to 2023: a bibliometric analysis by Mingyue Liu, Shasha Jin, Mengya Liu, Bin Yang, Qian Wang, Chunliang Fan, Zhe Li, Liang Wu

“…The analysis focused on articles and review articles. Data were processed using the bibliometric package in R software, and CiteSpace and VOSviewer were employed for bibliometric and knowledge mapping analyses.ResultsA total of 1,206 publications were identified, with 858 included in the analysis. …”
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Comparative Assessment of the Effect of Positioning Techniques and Ground Control Point Distribution Models on the Accuracy of UAV-Based Photogrammetric Production by Muhammed Enes Atik, Mehmet Arkali

“…The camera position was determined using real-time kinematic (RTK), post-processed kinematic (PPK), and precise point positioning-ambiguity resolution (PPP-AR) techniques. …”
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Durable and sustainable service life extension of existing concrete structures: A holistic approach within a life cycle perspective by Craeye Bart, Renne Neel, Audenaert Amaryllis, Buyle Matthias

“…Several case studies with different functionalities, age and damage causes are discussed: (i) a blast furnace slag cement based concrete water reservoir with insufficient post-execution curing, which led to increased carbonation, and therefore required surface protection after 15 years of service, (ii) a 60-year-old high-rise building where reinforcement scans revealed a lack of reinforcement in the balconies and incorrect placement of reinforcement, leading to reduced load-bearing capacity, and therefore required additional strengthening, (iii) a jetty with high chloride contamination and where potential mapping indicates the need of proper electrochemical treatment. …”
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Investigating tectonic links between the deep Volturno plain and Campanian volcanism using vintage seismic and potential field data by Pier Paolo G. Bruno, Maria Luisa Putignano, Federico Cella, Giovanni Florio

“…This work fills a knowledge gap regarding the tectonic and structural setting of the carbonate basement in the northern part of the Campanian Plain, for which a map of the depth to the base of the post-Miocene sedimentary cover was not yet available. …”
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Innovation of Utilization of Materials Research and Development Results in the Framework of Fulfilling the Defense Equipment of the Indonesian Army (Case Study of Battlefield Manag... by Yudho Setiarsono, Hakimul Ikhwan, Umi Listyaningsih

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Development of publishing activity on state financial control in Ukraine and the world by A.P. Dykyi, V.A. Molotay, D.M. Zakharov, Ya.Yu. Levitsky

“…In the context of the transformation of the public administration system, growing requirements for transparency of the budget process and gradual harmonization with European standards, the topic of state financial control is gaining particular relevance as a guarantee of effective and lawful use of public funds. …”
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Targeted CQA analytical control strategy for commercial antibody products: Replacing ion-exchange chromatography methods for charge heterogeneity with multi-attribute monitoring by Adam R. Evans, Joseph Mulholland, Michael J. Lewis, Ping Hu

“…Historically, peptide mapping monitors post-translational modifications (PTMs) of protein products and process intermediates during development. …”
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Lessons learned from the co-development of operational climate forecast services for vineyards management by N. Pérez-Zanón, V. Agudetse, E. Baulenas, P.A. Bretonnière, C. Delgado-Torres, N. González-Reviriego, A. Manrique-Suñén, A. Nicodemou, M. Olid, Ll. Palma, M. Terrado, B. Basile, F. Carteni, A. Dente, C. Ezquerra, F. Oldani, M. Otero, F. Santos-Alves, M. Torres, J. Valente, A. Soret

“…Finally, the co-evaluation consisted of an ad hoc and ongoing process during the recurring meetings and a final workshop conducted with direct and potential users to obtain feedback on using the platform and potential further developments.As a result, the operational post-processing workflow of the sub-seasonal and seasonal state-of-the-art model outputs was adapted to include users’ requirements. …”
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Cysteine redoxome landscape in mouse brown adipose tissue under acute cold exposure by Hein Ko Oo, Cynthia M. Galicia-Medina, Takumi Nishiuchi, Ryota Tanida, Hisanori Goto, Yujiro Nakano, Yumie Takeshita, Yoshiro Saito, Hiroaki Takayama, Toshinari Takamura

“…Summary: Reversible cysteine post-translational modifications serve as a ''switch'' for protein structure-function dynamics. …”
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Eco-friendly composite hydrogel based on cellulose and bentonite for removal of lead (II): Kinetics and isotherm studies by Abiy Lolasa Obsa, Nurelegne Tefera Shibeshi, Eyobel Mulugeta, Getachew Adam Workeneh

“…The batch adsorption results showed that the maximum adsorption capacity of Pb2+ onto BCH3 was 110.64 mg g-1. Post-adsorption EDX spectra and FTIR analysis provided evidence of successful Pb2+ uptake by BCH3. …”
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Sex and Age Differences in Glucocorticoid Signaling After an Aversive Experience in Mice by Yun Li, Bin Zhang, Youhua Yang, Ping Su, James Nicholas Samsom, Albert H. C. Wong, Fang Liu

“…The timing of release of glucocorticoid relative to the formation of a traumatic memory could be important in this process, and remains poorly understood. Methods and Results: we mapped serum corticosterone over time after fear conditioning in cardiac blood samples from male and female mice, as well as adult and aged mice using ELISA. …”
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Evaluating Indoor Positioning Systems in a Shopping Mall: The Lessons Learned From the IPIN 2018 Competition by Valerie Renaudin, Miguel Ortiz, Johan Perul, Joaquin Torres-Sospedra, Antonio Ramon Jimenez, Antoni Perez-Navarro, German Martin Mendoza-Silva, Fernando Seco, Yael Landau, Revital Marbel, Boaz Ben-Moshe, Xingyu Zheng, Feng Ye, Jian Kuang, Yu Li, Xiaoji Niu, Vlad Landa, Shlomi Hacohen, Nir Shvalb, Chuanhua Lu, Hideaki Uchiyama, Diego Thomas, Atsushi Shimada, Rin-Ichiro Taniguchi, Zhenxing Ding, Feng Xu, Nikolai Kronenwett, Blagovest Vladimirov, Soyeon Lee, Eunyoung Cho, Sungwoo Jun, Changeun Lee, Sangjoon Park, Yonghyun Lee, Jehyeok Rew, Changjun Park, Hyeongyo Jeong, Jaeseung Han, Keumryeol Lee, Wenchao Zhang, Xianghong Li, Dongyan Wei, Ying Zhang, So Young Park, Chan Gook Park, Stefan Knauth, Georgios Pipelidis, Nikolaos Tsiamitros, Tomas Lungenstrass, Juan Pablo Morales, Jens Trogh, David Plets, Miroslav Opiela, Shih-Hau Fang, Yu Tsao, Ying-Ren Chien, Shi-Shen Yang, Shih-Jyun Ye, Muhammad Usman Ali, Soojung Hur, Yongwan Park

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