AN APPROACH TO CELL NUCLEI COUNTING IN HISTOLOGICAL IMAGE ANALYSIS by M. M. Lukashevich, V. V. Starovoitov

“…The main aim of our work was to develop an efficient scheme of automatic counting cell nuclei based on advanced image processing methods: directional filtering, adaptive image binarization and mathematical morphology. …”
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Exploring the Effectiveness of Mobile Smartphones in Teaching Islamic Studies among Senior Secondary Schools by Ayuba Olaniyi Jibril, Abdulkareem Musa Kayode

“…The need for Islamic Religious teachers in Senior High Schools to fully integrate ICT tools, especially smartphones, in enhancing effective and efficient teaching in digital processes compared to traditional teaching methods should not be underestimated. …”
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Towards a Sustainable Disruptive Growth Model: Integrating Foresight, Wild Cards and Weak Signals Analysis by Rafael Popper, Yuli Villarroel, Raimund Popper

“…It integrates advanced analytical approaches to monitoring and managing simultaneous information flows, ensuring efficient responses to shocks. This model also explores AI, machine learning, and explainable AI (XAI) in labor market dynamics, where predictive algorithms can identify trends and mitigate systemic risks. …”
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Operando visualization of water distribution hysteresis under temperature cycling in polymer electrolyte fuel cells by Wataru Yoshimune, Satoshi Yamaguchi, Akihiko Kato, Yoriko Matsuoka, Satoru Kato

“…Moderate RH conditions promote efficient vapor-phase transport and minimize water flooding while avoiding membrane dehydration. …”
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Modified vaginal lactobacilli expressing fluorescent and luminescent proteins for more effective monitoring of their release from nanofibers, safety and cell adhesion by Spase Stojanov, Tina Vida Plavec, Špela Zupančič, Aleš Berlec

“…In addition, fluorescent labelling facilitated efficient tracking of bacterial adhesion to Caco-2 epithelial cells, while luminescence provided important quantitative insights into bacterial attachment, which varied from 0.5 to 50% depending on the species. …”
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Equivariant spherical CNNs for accurate fiber orientation distribution estimation in neonatal diffusion MRI with reduced acquisition time by Haykel Snoussi, Davood Karimi

“…These findings highlight sCNNs' potential for accurate and clinically efficient dMRI analysis, paving the way for improved diagnostic capabilities and characterization of early brain development with shorter scan times.…”
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Time dependent performance analysis of a Smart Trash bin using state-based Markov model and Reliability approach by Pardeep Kumar, Amit Kumar

“…In this paper, the authors have developed a quantitative mathematical model to assess the performance of a smart trash bin. …”
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Experimental Signatures of Hilbert-Space Ergodicity: Universal Bitstring Distributions and Applications in Noise Learning by Adam L. Shaw, Daniel K. Mark, Joonhee Choi, Ran Finkelstein, Pascal Scholl, Soonwon Choi, Manuel Endres

“…This allows for computationally efficient experimental noise learning and, more broadly, is a new avenue for quantitatively classifying the behavior of noisy quantum systems. …”
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Hemocyte-mediated phagocytosis differs between honey bee (Apis mellifera) worker castes. by Eva Marit Hystad, Heli Salmela, Gro Vang Amdam, Daniel Münch

“…To this end, we adapted phagocytosis assays, which-together with confocal microscopy and flow cytometry-allow qualitative and quantitative assessment of hemocyte performance. We found that nurses are more efficient in phagocytic uptake than both foragers and winter bees. …”
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Ultrasonication-mediated synthesis of diblock polymer-based nanoparticles for advanced drug delivery systems: Insights and optimization by Nagaraja Sreeharsha, Srikruthi Kunigal Sridhar, Asha Bhuvanahalli Rangappa, Prakash Goudanavar, Purushotham Karadigere Nagaraju, Nimbagal Raghavendra Naveen, Predeepkumar Narayanappa Shiroorkar, Afzal Haq Asif, Girish Meravanige, Krishna Swaroop Duddi Sreehari

“…Optimization of SLNs formulation was achieved through a systematic approach, utilizing response surface methodology, optimal conditions for SLNs synthesis were determined, resulting in nanoparticles with a particle size of 198 nm and an entrapment efficiency of 67.42 %. Cell viability assays, quantitative PCR for viral DNA analysis, caspase-3 enzyme assays, and quantitative uptake studies using High Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC) provided quantitative insights into the efficacy and biocompatibility of the synthesized nanoparticles. …”
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Optimizing hip MRI: enhancing image quality and elevating inter-observer consistency using deep learning-powered reconstruction by Yimeng Kang, Wenjing Li, Qingqing Lv, Qiuying Tao, Jieping Sun, Jinghan Dang, Xiaoyu Niu, Zijun Liu, Shujian Li, Zanxia Zhang, Kaiyu Wang, Baohong Wen, Jingliang Cheng, Yong Zhang, Weijian Wang

“…Abstract Background Conventional hip joint MRI scans necessitate lengthy scan durations, posing challenges for patient comfort and clinical efficiency. Previously, accelerated imaging techniques were constrained by a trade-off between noise and resolution. …”
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Determination of Actinide Elements, Stable and Long Half-life Fission Products in Nuclear Fuels by High Performance Liquid Chromatography Inductively Coupled Plasma Mass Spectromet... by Bang-hong LIANG, Dong-ping SU, Yu CHENG, Tian-pei CAI, Zhi-mou GUO, Quan GAN, Ting LUO, Shun-tao LI, Jin-song ZHANG, Yun-ming CHEN, Qi CAO

“…The method has the advantages of high efficiency, strong qualitative, quantitative and anti-interference ability, and can be used for isotope ratio and valence state analysis. …”
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Accounting Information and Financial Decision Making in Organizations in Kabale District. by Taritureka, Nobert

“…The findings revealed that information systems, particularly transaction processing systems, significantly enhance decision-making by efficiently managing a large number of operations simultaneously. …”
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Designing an educational model based on identity development with an Iranian-Islamic approach for primary school students. by Ali Oladhamzehzadeh, masoumeh oladiyan, Mahmoud Safari

“…Based on the results of quantitative analysis, all dimensions and components of the model were valid and the model has a good fit. …”
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Formula over Function? From Algorithms to Values in Judicial Evaluation by Francesco Contini, Richard Mohr, Marco Velicogna

“…While traditional judicial evaluation focused on how to select and promote individual judges and on the legal quality of the single case, new quantitative methods and formulas are being introduced to assess efficiency, productivity and timeliness of judges and courts. …”
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The cognitive and psychosocial effects of online learning in medical students during and after the COVID-19 pandemic: a mixed-methods study from Karachi, Pakistan by Asad Saulat Fatimi, Syeda Sadia Fatima, Russell Seth Martins, Rafay Iqbal, Saniya Sabzwari

“…Overall, while some students highlighted the efficiency and convenience of online learning, many observed that they experienced increased distraction and isolation, suggesting a mixed impact on educational outcomes. …”
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Does Augmented Reality Effectively Foster Visual Learning Process in Construction? An Eye-Tracking Study in Steel Installation by Ting-Kwei Wang, Jing Huang, Pin-Chao Liao, Yanmei Piao

“…Augmented reality (AR) has been proposed to be an efficient tool for learning in construction. However, few researchers have quantitatively assessed the efficiency of AR from the cognitive perspective in the context of construction education. …”
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DNA probe pulldown screening uncovers O-GlcNAcylation modulation of transcription factor DNA interactions by Guofang Li, Fanxu Meng, Xiaomin Zhong, Kairan Yu, Nana Zhang, Keren Zhang, Huang Huang, Wenli Li, Jianing Zhang, Wei Wang, Yan Ren, Yubo Liu

“…Herein, a pulldown screening approach using a consensus TF response element (catTFRE) was employed to unravel the impact of fluctuating levels of O-GlcNAcylation on the DNA binding efficiency of endogenous TFs/co-factors. Utilizing quantitative proteomics, we identified a substantial enhancement in the binding capacity of 241 nuclear proteins (NPs) to DNA sequences due to elevated levels of O-GlcNAcylation, whereas a decrease in DNA binding was observed for 2 NPs concurrently. …”
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Numerical investigation of oscillating jet film cooling on a flat plate for enhanced thermal management in high-temperature turbine applications by Abdalazeem Adam, Weifeng He, Pengfei Su, Dong Han, Chen Wang, Shuo Dai, Omer Musa

“…Overall, the findings confirm that oscillating jet film cooling serves as an efficient approach for enhancing thermal management in turbine blade applications, paving the way for practical implementations in cooling systems.…”
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Performing a physiologically relevant test for cladribine tablets by P. A. Losenkova, D. D. Gvozdev, A. V. Suvorova, Yu. V. Medvedev, V. S. Shcherbakova, Yu. G. Kazaishvili, K. Ya. Zaslavskaya, A. M. Poluyanov, I. E. Shohin

“…Braun, Germany), and peristaltic pumps (Kamoer, China). The quantitative content of released cladribine was assessed using a highly efficient liquid chromatograph "Khromatek-Kristall HPLC 2014" (ZAO SKB "Khromatek", Russia) using a validated method at a wavelength of 252 nm, analysis time – 7 min, column – Grace HPLC Column Platinum C18-EPS, 250 × 4.6 mm, 5 mm (Grace, USA), temperature – 35 °C, elution mode – isocratic (A : B 80 : 20), mobile phase A – 0.1 % H3PO4 solution, phase B – acetonitrile.Results and discussion. …”
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