Reconfigurable acoustic streaming tweezers enabled portable liquid handler for nucleic acid extraction by Tiechuan Li, Rui You, Xiaotian Shen, Zhiwei Li, Yang Yang, Ziyu Han, Xuexin Duan

“…The extraction and purification of nucleic acids (NA) play a crucial role in biomedicine, as high-purity and efficient extraction are essential prerequisites for accurate molecular diagnosis. …”
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A Transfer Learning-Based Framework for Enhanced Classification of Perceived Mental Stress Using EEG Spectrograms by Sheharyar Khan, Sadam Hussain Noorani, Jaroslav Frnda, Usman Rauf, Aamir Arsalan, Sanay Muhammad Umar Saeed

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Digital Evolution in Nigerian Heavy-Engineering Projects: A Comprehensive Analysis of Technology Adoption for Competitive Edge by John Aliu, Ayodeji Emmanuel Oke, Oluwatayo Timothy Jesudaju, Prince O. Akanni, Tolulope Ehbohimen, Oluwaseun Sunday Dosumu

“…Specifically, this research seeks to assess how the adoption of DTs impacts four critical competitive-edge metrics: efficient resource management (CE1), real-time monitoring and control (CE2), data-driven decision-making (CE3) and improved collaboration and communication (CE4). …”
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An Explainable Multi-Model Stacked Classifier Approach for Predicting Hepatitis C Drug Candidates by Teuku Rizky Noviandy, Aga Maulana, Ghifari Maulana Idroes, Rivansyah Suhendra, Razief Perucha Fauzie Afidh, Rinaldi Idroes

“…Traditional high-throughput screening (HTS) methods are costly, time-consuming, and prone to false positives, underscoring the necessity for more efficient alternatives. Machine learning (ML), particularly quantitative structure–activity relationship (QSAR) modeling, offers a promising solution by predicting compounds’ biological activity based on chemical structures. …”
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Study of Complex Impedance Dispersion Model for Two-Phase Laminar Flow by CHENG Linfeng, KE Shizhen, SHI Hongwei, ZHANG Yuhang, LUO Hu, TAO Jie

“…Therefore, it is imperative to identify a more cost-effective and efficient measurement method. Complex impedance spectrum (CIS) detection technology emerges as a promising solution, offering advantages such as low cost, easy implementation, environmental friendliness, and safety. …”
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Exploring the Moderating Effect of Well-Being on Job Crafting and Retention Outcomes of Healthcare Workers in the Nigerian Healthcare System by Nancy Tongo, Anthonia Adeniji, Odunayo Salau, Oluwakemi Onayemi, Oluwatoyin Adesanya

“…Unique Contribution: The study found a modest and inverse moderating impact, which raises concerns that depending exclusively on employee well-being as a moderating variable between job crafting and retention outcomes may not be an efficient way to achieve positive retention outcomes. …”
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Development of an RT-RPA assay for La Crosse virus detection provides insights into age-dependent neuroinvasion in mice by Lily Lumkong, Reem Alatrash, Sainetra Sridhar, Prince Baffour Tonto, Bobby Brooke Herrera

“…Conclusions This study establishes the RT-RPA assay as an efficient, specific, and sensitive diagnostic platform for LACV, with potential for adaptation into field-deployable LFA tests. …”
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Microscale Pore Throat Differentiation and Its Influence on the Distribution of Movable Fluid in Tight Sandstone Reservoirs by Fengjuan Dong, Xuefei Lu, Yuan Cao, Xinjiu Rao, Zeyong Sun

“…The above results deepen the understanding of the pore throat structure of tight sandstone reservoirs and present guiding significance for classification evaluation, quantitative characterization, and efficient development of tight sandstone reservoirs.…”
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Optimum Combination of Spectral Variables for Crop Mapping in Heterogeneous Landscapes based on Sentinel-2 Time Series and Machine Learning by J. G. de Oliveira Júnior, J. C. D. M. Esquerdo, J. C. D. M. Esquerdo, R. A. C. Lamparelli, R. A. C. Lamparelli

“…This article aimed to determine a workflow for more efficient large-scale crop mapping using a time series of images from the Sentinel-2 Satellite, statistical methods of attribute selection, and machine learning. …”
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Patients’ experiences regarding self-monitoring of the disease course: an observational pilot study in patients with inflammatory rheumatic diseases at a rheumatology outpatient cl... by Lisanne Renskers, Sanne AA Rongen-van Dartel, Anita MP Huis, Piet LCM van Riel

“…Patients were able to and willing to self-monitor their disease, which could contribute to a more efficient allocation of outpatient consultations in the future.…”
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Advanced Segmentation of Gastrointestinal (GI) Cancer Disease Using a Novel U-MaskNet Model by Aditya Pal, Hari Mohan Rai, Mohamed Ben Haj Frej, Abdul Razaque

“…This research is relevant and essential because of the current challenges related to the absence of efficient diagnostic tools for early diagnostics of GI cancers, which are fundamental for improving the diagnosis of these common diseases. …”
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Untargeted metabolomic analyses of fermented unpolished black rice with melanogenesis inhibition activity by Orrarat Sangkaew, Suttida Kaenboot, Thumnoon Nhujak, Chadin Kulsing, Nuttanee Tungkijanansin, Sittiruk Roytrakul, Chulee Yompakdee

“…Together, they will facilitate the efficient and reproducible generation of high-efficacy ingredients for the cosmetic, nutraceutical, and potentially pharmaceutical industries.…”
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Pharmacokinetic and Lipidomic Assessment of the In Vivo Effects of Parishin A-Isorhynchophylline in Rat Migraine Models by Chaoqun Zhou, Mingzhen He, Chunyan Peng, Jianjun Yu, Zhifeng Li, Maofu Zhou, Yan Li, Shilin Yang, Hui Ouyang, Yulin Feng

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Bio-Preparation of Iron Nano Fertilizers from Lemon Fruit Affected some of the Characters of Carrot plants (Daucus carota L.) by Laila Hefdah Allah Alansi, Najeeb M. Al-Magrebi Al-Magrebi

“…To study the biological preparation of iron nano fertilizers from lemon fruit extract and their effect on some quantitative traits of carrot (Daucus carota L.) plant. …”
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Understanding Behavioral Intention to Adopt Electric Vehicles Among Motorcycle Taxi Pilots: A PLS-SEM Approach by Sitaram Sukthankar, Relita Fernandes, Shilpa Korde, Sadanand Gaonkar, Disha Kurtikar

“…Motorcycle taxis are crucial in Goa’s transportation network, providing affordable, efficient, and door-to-door services, especially in regions with limited public transport options. …”
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Multi-Level Feature Dynamic Fusion Neural Radiance Fields for Audio-Driven Talking Head Generation by Wenchao Song, Qiong Liu, Yanchao Liu, Pengzhou Zhang, Juan Cao

“…Then, we introduce the idea of multi-head attention and design an efficient audio-visual fusion module that explicitly fuses audio features with image features from different planes, thereby improving the mapping between audio features and spatial information. …”
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Artificial Visual System for Stereo-Orientation Recognition Based on Hubel-Wiesel Model by Bin Li, Yuki Todo, Zheng Tang

“…In this paper, we provide a clear and efficient conceptual understanding of stereo-orientation selectivity and propose a quantitative explanation for its generation based on the thought of local-to-global information aggregation within the Hubel-Wiesel model and develop an artificial visual system (AVS) for stereo-orientation recognition. …”
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Balancing Monitoring and Management in the Adaptive Management of an Invasive Species by Brielle K. Thompson, Julian D. Olden, Sarah J. Converse

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A Study to Assess the Efficacy of Audio-Visual Psychoeducation on Level of Knowledge and Attitude Regarding Harmful Effects of Alcohol among Alcohol use Disorder Patients Admitted... by Seema Madhavan Nair, Punita A Sharma, Radhika Das

“…Conclusion: Audiovisual psychoeducation is efficient in increasing the level of knowledge and change in attitude toward harmful effects of alcohol.…”
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IW Extraction From SAR Images Based on Generative Networks With Small Datasets by B. Saheya, Xia Ren, Maoguo Gong, Xiaofeng Li

“…The comparison and quantitative evaluation with other methods for small data problems show that the GAN-MSDU method is efficient and robust in IW extraction.…”
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