Block Textured a-Si:H Solar Cell by Seung Jae Moon, Chang Min Keum, Ju-Yeon Kim, Jin Kuk Kim, Byung Seong Bae

“…We accomplished block shaped light trapping structure for the first time by wet etching of the glass substrate, which enables the high efficiency thin film solar cell with the aid of the good step coverage deposition.…”
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Enhanced zero-phonon line emission from an ensemble of W centers in circular and bowtie Bragg grating cavities by Kizhake Veetil Vijin, Song Junyeob, Namboodiri Pradeep N., Ebadollahi Nikki, Chanana Ashish, Katzenmeyer Aaron M., Pederson Christian, Pomeroy Joshua M., Chiles Jeffrey, Shainline Jeffrey, Srinivasan Kartik, Davanco Marcelo, Pelton Matthew

“…For W centers in resonant bowtie-shaped cavities, we observed a ≈3-fold enhancement in the photon collection efficiency, corresponding to a ≈6-fold enhancement in the photon extraction efficiency, and observed a lifetime reduction factor of ≈1.1 ${\approx} 1.1$ . …”
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A performance enhanced distributed computing framework for clustering by local direction centrality upon Apache Spark by Zhipeng Gui, Zichen Huang, Huan Chen, Dehua Peng, Yuhang Liu, Guangyao Fang, Qianxi Lan, Anqi Zhao, Huayi Wu

“…To improve its computational efficiency and scalability, we proposed a performance enhanced distributed framework of CDC, named D-CDC, by workflow-level algorithm optimization and distributed computational acceleration. …”
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Optimization of Parameters of a Vertical Ground Heat Exchanger in a Geothermal Heating System by Walery Jezierski, Piotr Rynkowski

“…Based on the results of the computational experiment obtained using the TRNSYS numerical environment, a deterministic mathematical model of this relationship was developed, and the effects of the influence of selected factors on the specific thermal efficiency <i>q</i> of the vertical ground heat exchanger, received by the U-shaped element, were analysed. …”
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Advancing food systems with industry 5.0: A systematic review of smart technologies, sustainability, and resource optimization by Kumari Amita Singh, Falguni Patra, Tabli Ghosh, Nikhil Kumar Mahnot, Himjyoti Dutta, Raj Kumar Duary

“…Overall, Industry 5.0 offers a pathway to sustainable, efficient, and personalized food systems by leveraging cutting-edge technologies while fostering human-machine collaboration. …”
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Photo-crosslinkable polyester microneedles as sustained drug release systems toward hypertrophic scar treatment by Anna Szabó, Ignace De Decker, Sam Semey, Karel E.Y. Claes, Phillip Blondeel, Stan Monstrey, Jo Van Dorpe, Sandra Van Vlierberghe

“…To enhance the drug release efficiency of the MNs, Brij®35, a nonionic surfactant was exploited. …”
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ISG15 as a Potent Immune Adjuvant in MVA-Based Vaccines Against Zika Virus and SARS-CoV-2 by Juan García-Arriaza, Michela Falqui, Patricia Pérez, Rocío Coloma, Beatriz Perdiguero, Enrique Álvarez, Laura Marcos-Villar, David Astorgano, Irene Campaña-Gómez, Carlos Óscar S. Sorzano, Mariano Esteban, Carmen Elena Gómez, Susana Guerra

“…<b>Background:</b> Vaccines represent one of the most affordable and efficient tools for controlling infectious diseases; however, the development of efficacious vaccines against complex pathogens remains a major challenge. …”
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TMN-Net: A Hybrid 2.5D Multi-Branch Transformer Network for Coronary Artery Segmentation in Cardiac Diagnosis by Bo Zhao, Jianjun Peng, Kai Zhang, Yongyan Fan, Ce Chen, Yang Zhang

“…Current deep learning approaches, including 2D and 3D segmentation frameworks, exhibit trade-offs between computational efficiency and spatial context awareness. While traditional methods such as U-shaped architectures provide significant advancements, they fall short in capturing multi-scale contextual information and handling imaging artifacts. …”
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Towards ROXAS AI: automatic multi-species ring boundaries segmentation as regression in anatomical images by Marc Katzenmaier, Marc Katzenmaier, Vivien Sainte Fare Garnot, Jan Dirk Wegner, Georg von Arx, Georg von Arx

“…While dedicated software such as ROXAS can perform these tasks, its accuracy and efficiency are limited by its reliance on classical image analysis techniques. …”
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Urban Transformation in the Context of Rail Transport Development: The Case of a Newly Built Railway Line in Gdańsk (Poland) by Marcin Połom, Maciej Tarkowski, Krystian Puzdrakiewicz

“…However, the urban development plan assumes introduction of large housing projects in the areas surrounding the existing train stops what will allow using the new line more efficiently in the future.…”
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Computational Algorithms and Aesthetic Impact in Animated Visual Effects by Tao Duan, Wei Dong, Fei Wang, Yuxia Yao

“…Computational algorithms play a crucial role in shaping the aesthetic impact of animated visual effects (VFX). …”
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A Data-Driven MCDM Approach-Based Spherical Fuzzy Sets for Evaluating Global Augmented Reality Providers in Education by Phi-Hung Nguyen

“…Firstly, the proposed decision support model systematically guides AR provider selection, equipping decision-makers to navigate the intricacies of AR technology choices efficiently. Additionally, the impact extends to education, enriching the understanding of AR applications. …”
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Sandwiching of MOF nanoparticles between graphene oxide nanosheets among ice grains by Youhua Lu, Ye-Guang Fang, Yang Chen, Han Xue, Junqiang Mao, Bo Guan, Jie Liu, Jinping Li, Libo Li, Chongqin Zhu, Wei-Hai Fang, Thomas P. Russell, Jianjun Wang

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Impact of side-by-side twin tunneling with various tunnel-pile clearances on pile group responses under a fluid-solid coupling effect by Tianhua Wu, Yongtao Gao, Changfu Huang, Yu Zhou, Jianwang Li, Wenrui Qi

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HPV DNA screening and vaccination strategies in Tunisia by Anas Lahdhiri, Beya Benzina, Emna Ennaifer, Haifa Tounsi, Ahlem Gzara, Soumaya Rammeh-Rommani, Oumaima Laraj, Heger Arfaoui, Robyn Stuart, Amira Kebir, Slimane BenMiled

“…The objective is to determine the most cost-efficient screening strategy to complement vaccination efforts in reducing cervical cancer incidence. …”
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Enhancing burned area monitoring with VIIRS dataset: A case study in Sub-Saharan Africa by Boris Ouattara, Michael Thiel, Barbara Sponholz, Heiko Paeth, Marta Yebra, Florent Mouillot, Patrick Kacic, Kwame Hackman

“…This paper describes and evaluates the effectiveness of our developed hybrid algorithm, which utilizes VIIRS reflectance and active fire products on the Google Earth Engine platform, in producing efficient information about BA. The study investigates the algorithm's performance in sub-Saharan Africa as the region of interest in 2019, using biweekly outputs and a spatial resolution of 250 m. …”
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Comparison of Fracture Resistance and Quality of Lateral Condensation Obturation in Traditional and Conservative Access Cavity Preparation: An <i>In Vitro</i> Study by Gurkiran Kaur, Purshottam Jasuja, Shveta Munjal, Heena Khurana, Ekta Gakhar, Suman Sharma

“…Introduction: Access cavity preparation is indeed a pivotal step in successful endodontic treatment. It ensures efficient removal of diseased or infected tissue, facilitates thorough cleaning, and enables effective shaping and sealing of the root canal system, therefore eventually giving favorable results of the treatment. …”
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Network Meta-Analysis of Factors Influencing the Carbon Sink Capacity of Urban Park Green Spaces by Yutong JI, Tianyi LIN, Lian LIU, Xiong LI

“…Planting methods also hold significant importance in enhancing the carbon sequestration of urban parks, such as multi-layered vegetation structures that enhance carbon sink capacity but require careful adjustments to avoid excessive shading and competition, thereby achieving more efficient carbon sequestration. The influence of the external environment on carbon sink capacity is generally weaker but still requires attention in specific scenarios. …”
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3D-SCUMamba: An Abdominal Tumor Segmentation Model by Juwita, Ghulam Mubashar Hassan, Amitava Datta

“…The proposed model efficiently models global dependencies while maintaining stable training dynamics and efficient inference. …”
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Workbench for a Parabolic Trough Solar Collector with a Tracking System by Luciano A. Fiamonzini, Gustavo A. R. Rivas, Oswaldo H. Ando Junior

“…The first test condition analyzed the efficiency of the collector at different temperatures. …”
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