MoCoUTRL: a momentum contrastive framework for unsupervised text representation learning by Ao Zou, Wenning Hao, Dawei Jin, Gang Chen, Feiyan Sun

“…This model improves two aspects of recently popular contrastive learning algorithms in natural language processing (NLP). Firstly, MoCoUTRL employs multi-granularity semantic contrastive learning objectives, enabling a more comprehensive understanding of the semantic features of samples. …”
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Heat-regulating polylactic acid/silica aerogel composite fabric: Preparation and characterization by Chin-San Wu, Dung-Yi Wu, Shan-Shue Wang

“…The MPLA/SA textiles exhibited more favorable mechanical properties than the PLA/SA textiles; this effect was due to better compatibility between the MPLA and SA. …”
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Rolling-element bearing vibration datasets under varying loads and speeds: A study from Vishwakarma Institute of TechnologyMendeley Data by Yasser N. Aldeoes, Pratibha Mahajan, Shilpa Y. Sondkar, Jitendra A. Gaikwad

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Can heart rate sequences from wearable devices predict day-long mental states in higher education students: a signal processing and machine learning case study at a UK university by Tianhua Chen

“…Using signal processing, both original heart rate sequences and their representations, via Fourier transformation and wavelet analysis, have been modeled using advanced machine learning algorithms. …”
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Forecasting Significant Wave Height Intervals Along China’s Coast Based on Hybrid Modal Decomposition and CNN-BiLSTM by Kairong Xie, Tong Zhang

“…The fluctuation of Hs is a non-stationary process influenced by seasonal variations in marine climate conditions, which poses significant challenges for accurate predictions. …”
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Modulation of brain signal variability in visual cortex reflects aging, GABA, and behavior by Poortata Lalwani, Thad Polk, Douglas D Garrett

“…Using a combination of behavioral methods, computational modeling, fMRI, MR spectroscopy, and pharmacological intervention, we investigated the role of aging and GABA in neural variability during visual processing. We replicated previous findings that participants expressed higher variability when viewing more complex visual stimuli. …”
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Current Directions of Selected Plant-Origin Wastes’ Valorization in Biotechnology of Food Additives and Other Important Chemicals by Dominika Popielarz, Pavol Farkaš, Anna Bzducha-Wróbel

“…However, further research is needed to explore more efficient and environmentally friendly methods, especially in the utilization of lignocellulose in biotechnology. …”
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Examining embedded lies through computational text analysis by Riccardo Loconte, Bennett Kleinberg

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Age-Related Differences in Visual Attention to Heritage Tourism: An Eye-Tracking Study by Linlin Yuan, Zihao Cao, Yongchun Mao, Mohd Hafizal Mohd Isa, Muhammad Hafeez Abdul Nasir

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Panoramic Image Generation Algorithm Based on Cylindrical Surface Mapping by Fuquan Ji, Yueguang Li, Xianchao Wang

“…This has led to a growing demand for panoramic images to cater to various applications, such as virtual reality, mapping, decorative displays, and more. To meet this demand, we proposed an algorithm based on cylindrical mapping for generating panoramic images with a wide field of view angle. …”
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Dairy Foods: A Matrix for Human Health and Precision Nutrition—Effect of processing infant milk formula on protein digestion and gut barrier health (in vitro and preclinical) by Cathal A. Dold, Aylin W. Sahin, Linda Giblin

“…Recent research efforts have focused on reducing thermal loads during IMF manufacturing by sourcing ingredients with low thermal loads, by reducing temperatures during IMF processing itself, and by seeking alternative processing technologies. …”
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Wheat policy, wheat yield and production in Ethiopia by Zewdie Habte Shikur

“…The purpose of this study was to evaluate the effects of wheat policy, and wheat processing industrial policy on wheat yield and production using Vector Error Correction (VEC) and Tobit models. …”
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Mopane worm (Gonimbrasia belina)—An exclusive African edible insect as human food—A comprehensive review by Shahida Anusha Siddiqui, Deepak Kumar Mahanta, Tanmaya Kumar Bhoi, Ali Ahmad, Ito Fernando

“…Edible insects have drawn more attention in recent years as a reliable source of nutrition with an opportunity to alleviate a number of issues with the current global food chain. …”
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Three-dimensional Measurement of Specular Surfaces Based on the Light Field by Panyu Zhou, Lingbao Kong, Xiang Sun, Min Xu

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Classification of Cavendish Banana Quality using Convolutional Neural Network by Ajeng Ayu Suryani, Ummi Athiyah, Yohani Setiya Rafika Nur, Warto

“…It can be concluded that using more training data leads to higher accuracy, as fewer image reading errors occur when fewer images are processed. …”
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Bending Tests of 40X13 (40Kh13) Steel Specimens after Laser Hardening and Alloying by Andrey I. Verameichyk, Mikhail V. Neroda, Boris G. Kholodar, Maksim V. Kheuk

“…The test results of alloyed and hardened specimens showed a decrease in the plasticity of the material after laser processing with a simultaneous increase in the maximum perceived loads, with a more significant change in the material properties obtained with laser hardening. …”
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Progress of highly conductive Graphene-reinforced Copper matrix composites: A review by Kun Zhou, Yilin Jia, Dongzhou Jia, Jijun Wang, Wanting Sun, Yu Wang, Xiangqing Kong, Ruixiang Zhang, Ying Fu

“…The primary focus of this review is to explore methods for enhancing the electrical conductivity of Cu/Graphene composites through different design strategies and processing techniques. The more complex and critical factors encompass the quality of raw materials, processing techniques, dimensional precision, crystallographic orientation, and the interfacial properties between Graphene and Cu. …”
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Comprehensive experimental study on the impact of size and geometry of 3D-printed devices on solid-phase extraction efficiency and reproducibility by Bartosz Marciniak, Paweł Georgiev, Dagmara Kroll, Szymon Ulenberg, Tomasz Bączek, Mariusz Belka

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The effect of text and graphic cue-based action observation on the working memory performance of novice badminton players by Dukchan Jang, Junho Ha

“…The GAO group improved significantly compared to the CON group but not significantly compared to the AO.ConclusionThese results suggest that visual cues can influence the modulation of cognitive load in working memory and that TAO is a relatively more efficient perceptual-cognitive training method for novices.…”
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METAHEURISTIC-DRIVEN MULTI OBJECTIVE FIR FILTER DESIGN FOR ECG DENOISING by Mehmet Fatih Karakaş, Fatma Latifoğlu

“…The optimized filters exhibited improved stopband attenuation, narrower transition bands, lower power leakage, and more efficient signal processing at a cut-off frequency of 100 Hz. …”
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