AI-Enhanced Virtual Reality Self-Talk for Psychological Counseling: Formative Qualitative Study by ‪Moreah Zisquit, Alon Shoa, Ramon Oliva, Stav Perry, Bernhard Spanlang, Anat Brunstein Klomek, Mel Slater, Doron Friedman

“…This has sparked interest in conversational artificial intelligence (AI) agents as potential solutions. Despite this, the development of a reliable virtual therapist remains challenging, and the feasibility of AI fulfilling this sensitive role is still uncertain. …”
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USING PROJECT WORK IN TEACHING ENGLISH FOR SPECIFIC PURPOSES FOR ENERGY SE by Vilkhovchenko Nadiia

“…Our approach focuses on developing language skills by applying speaking abilities in practice in real-life situations that can facilitate learning English in a professional context. …”
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C-parameter version of robust bounded one-class support vector classification by Junyou Ye, Zhixia Yang, Yongxing Hu, Zheng Zhang

“…The theoretical properties of the proposed method are successively derived, including the relationship between the solutions to the primal and dual problems, the connections between our C-BOCSVC and $$\nu$$ -OCSVC and the computational complexity. …”
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Accessibility and Enhancement of Cultural Heritage: Examples of Best Practices in Europe by Rosa Anna Genovese

“…The Convention adopted by UNO in 2006, stating that people with different abilities must enjoy fundamental rights and (political, economic, social, cultural) freedoms, constitutes the first great treaty of the twenty-first century concerning the change in attitude and strategies towards people bearing handicaps, to increase respect of their dignity through every possible measure. …”
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Smart home technology to support engagement in everyday activities while ageing: A focus group study with current and future generations of older adults. by William Son Galanza, Jens Offerman, Sofi Fristedt, Susanne Iwarsson, Nebojsa Malesevic, Steven M Schmidt

“…However, it is essential to identify solutions for better usability. More collaborative efforts involving diverse stakeholders are vital to bridge the disconnect between SHT design and users' needs and preferences.…”
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Analysis of Soft Robotics Based on the Concept of Category of Mobility by Hayato Saigo, Makoto Naruse, Kazuya Okamura, Hirokazu Hori, Izumi Ojima

“…The aim of the present study is not to offer concrete engineering solutions to existing robotics but to provide clear mathematical description of soft robots by category theory and to imply its potential abilities by a simple soft gripper demonstration. …”
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Level-Up Learning with CIGLE Framework: Enhancing Learning Through Interactive, Game-Based Collaboration for Effective Problem Solving by Ismat Zahra, Mai Neo, Soon Hin Hew

“…The shift to technology-oriented learning environments including Digital games, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Augmented Reality (AR)/Virtual Reality (VR) tools necessitated innovative solutions to maintain and enhance educational quality. …”
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Using Artificial Intelligence Tools for Providing Feedback as A Strategic Response to Addressing Challenges in Students’ Academic Writing by Innocent Zitha, Ditshego Masete, Sarah Matsetela

“…They offered practical solutions and enhanced confidence in the effectiveness of these AI tools. …”
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A New Task-Space Neural Nonlinear Control Approach for Robotic Manipulators Under Joint Constraints by Nguyen Tran Minh Nguyet, Dang Xuan Ba

“…The in-depth simulation results exhibited that the proposed control algorithm possesses outperformance working abilities such as model-free adaptation, robustness, high accuracy and comprehensiveness.…”
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A Coaching-Based Training for Underrepresented Mentors in STEM by Molly E. Tuck, Kaylee A. Palomino, Julie A. Bradley, Margaret Mohr-Schroeder, Luke H. Bradley

“…Coaching-based training models are also key in mentor development, focusing on open-ended questions and active listening to create supportive environments where mentees can independently find solutions. This approach not only builds mentors’ communication and leadership skills but also enhances their adaptability and problem-solving abilities. …”
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Ways to integrate artificial intelligence technologies into training programs for government and municipal employees by A. O. Bidzhiev, L. A. Filimoniuk

“…The study aims to identify possible solutions to common problems of integrating artificial intelligence technologies into educational programs for state and municipal employees. …”
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OPTIMIZING WIND POWER PLANTS: COMPARATIVE ENHANCEMENT IN LOW WIND SPEED ENVIRONMENTS by Mustafa Hussein Ibrahim, Muhammed A. Ibrahim, Salam Ibrahim Khather

“…Although all wind farms have equal total capacities, simulation results revealed disparities in their generation abilities, reaching up to 22%, favouring the farm with smaller turbines. …”
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A Technology-Driven Assistive Learning Tool and Framework for Personalized Dyscalculia Interventions by Dipti Jadhav, Sarat Kumar Chettri, Amiya Kumar Tripathy, Manob Jyoti Saikia

“…Recognizing the impact of mathematical learning difficulties on student achievement, this research focuses on developing adaptive, technology-based solutions for those struggling with learning mathematics, including individuals with dyscalculia. …”
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Investigating the Influences of Self Esteem on Student’s Academic Performance in English Language: A Case Study of Secondary Schools in Rubanda. by Ahurira, Divotter

“…Regarding the impact of self-esteem on English language learning, the majority of respondents indicated that self-esteem enhances students' problem-solving abilities, enabling them to make sound judgments based on evidence and criteria. …”
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Effect of Plastics (Geotextiles) on Heavy Metal Accumulation by Industrial Hemp Plants Cultivated in Polluted Mediterranean Soils by Dimitrios Alexiadis, John Bethanis, Sotiria G. Papadimou, Edoardo Barbieri, Rafaella Vogia, Eftihia Tatsi, Pavlos Tziourrou, Eleni Tsaliki, Evangelia E. Golia

“…Hemp plants exhibited strong resilience abilities in the particularly stressful soil environment, possibly developing defense mechanisms. …”
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Needs-based provision of medical care to nursing home residents: protocol for a mixed-methods study by Ansgar Gerhardus, Jonas Czwikla, Maike Schulz, Franziska Heinze, Thomas Kalwitzki, Daniel Gand, Annika Schmidt, Chrysanthi Tsiasioti, Antje Schwinger, Stephan Kloep, Guido Schmiemann, Karin Wolf-Ostermann, Heinz Rothgang

“…However, restricted cognitive abilities and limited mobility may impede their access to general practitioners and medical specialists. …”
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Ultrasound-triggered nano delivery of lenvatinib for selective immunotherapy treatment against hepatocellular carcinoma by Lu Sun, Jun Qi, Lei Ding, Zixuan Wang, Guofeng Ji, Ping Zhang

“…Stimuli-responsive nanoparticles, which are drug-targeted delivery platforms for on-demand drug release, facilitate deeper and uniform tumour penetration, providing alternative solutions to overcome current limitations. Ultrasound (US) exhibits superior tissue penetration abilities and can produce reactive oxygen species (ROS) at the tumour site to treat deeper tumours. …”
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MEETING THE NEEDS OF CLIENTS WITH ACQUIRED BRAIN INJURY BY MEMBERS OF AN INTERPROFESSIONAL TEAM WITHIN THE CONTEXT OF COORDINATED IN-HOME REHABILITATION by Markéta Bendová, Jitka Vacková, Marcela Míková, Lesia Shuranová

“…Introduction. The functional abilities limitations of clients with acquired brain injury affect self-sufficiency and activities of daily living, which is a burden on both the client and their families. …”
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Real-Time Electrical Energy Optimization in E-Commerce Systems Based on IoT and Mobile Agents by Mohamed Shili, Sajid Anwar

“…The integration of the Internet of Things (IoT) into mobile agent technology has fundamentally transformed the landscape of e-commerce by enabling intelligent, adaptive, and energy-efficient solutions. In this paper, we present a new system for integrating the information-sharing capability of IoT-enabled devices with the advanced abilities of mobile agents for the optimal utilization of energy when conducting e-commerce activity. …”
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Placebo can enhance creativity. by Liron Rozenkrantz, Avraham E Mayo, Tomer Ilan, Yuval Hart, Lior Noy, Uri Alon

“…Several studies indicate that placebo can enhance cognitive abilities including memory, implicit learning and general knowledge. …”
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