Evaluation of Cloud Masking Methods using Sentinel-2 Satellite Images on Google Earth Engine: A Case Study in Vietnam by Le Minh Hang, Bui Xuan Hung, Nguyen Thi Thu Nga, Mai Phuong Pham, Nguyen Quoc Khanh

“…In this paper, the authors build a program and evaluate the cloud masking methods on the GEE platform in Song Hinh district, Phu Yen province, which is situated in the South-Central Coast region of Central Vietnam. …”
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Evaluation of Coastal Sediment Dynamics Utilizing Natural Radionuclides and Validated In-Situ Radioanalytical Methods at Legrena Beach, Attica Region, Greece by Christos Tsabaris, Alicia Tejera, Ronald L. Koomans, Damien Pham van Bang, Abdelkader Hammouti, Dimitra Malliouri, Vasilios Kapsimalis, Pablo Martel, Ana C. Arriola-Velásquez, Stylianos Alexakis, Effrosyni G. Androulakaki, Georgios Eleftheriou, Kennedy Kilel, Christos Maramathas, Dionisis L. Patiris, Hannah Affum

“…This study was realized in the frame of an IAEA Coordinated Research Project for the evaluation of sediment dynamics, applying in-situ radiometric methods accompanied with a theoretical model. …”
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A Comprehensive Model for Quantifying, Predicting, and Evaluating Ship Emissions in Port Areas Using Novel Metrics and Machine Learning Methods by Filip Bojić, Anita Gudelj, Rino Bošnjak

“…To overcome the mentioned challenges, this research presents the PrE-PARE model, which enables the prediction, analysis, and risk evaluation of ship-sourced air pollution in port areas. …”
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Evaluation of Genetic Diversity of Iranian Spring Wheat Cultivars under Salinity Stress at the Seedling Stage using Multivariate Statistical Methods by Ronak Talebi Qormik, Hadi Alipour, Reza Darvishzadeh

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Deformation Control of Shield Tunnels Affected by Staged Foundation Pit Excavation: Analytical Method and Case Study by Gang Wei, Yebo Zhou, Zhe Wang, Qiankan Wang, Chenyang Lu, Guohui Feng

“…A 3D analytical method for evaluating tunnel deformation and stress induced by foundation pit excavation is proposed, based on the image source method and the rotational dislocation-coordinated deformation model. …”
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How integrated knowledge translation worked to reduce federal policy barriers to the implementation of medication abortion in Canada: a realist evaluation by Sarah Munro, Kate Wahl, Sheila Dunn, Courtney Devane, Linda C. Li, Wendy V. Norman

“…To catalyze evidence-based regulatory change, we engaged health policy, health system, and health services decision makers, and health professional organizations in integrated knowledge translation (iKT), a research approach that engages the users of research as equal partners. Methods We conducted a realist evaluation of what iKT strategies worked, for whom, and in what context to impact federal mifepristone regulations. …”
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Evaluation and Comparison of Small-Signal Characteristics of Grid-Forming Converter Systems in Two Different Reference Frames by Anant Narula, Massimo Bongiorno, Paolo Mattavelli, Mebtu Beza, Jan R. Svensson, Wentao Liu

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Selection evaluation of in-situ exploitation of oil shale in Sinopec exploration areas and adjacent areas by GUO Xusheng, LI Wangpeng, SHEN Baojian, HU Zongquan, ZHAO Peirong, LI Maowen, GAO Bo, FENG Dongjun, LIU Yali, WU Xiaoling, SU Jianzheng

“…Based on the key factors restricting in-situ exploitation of oil shale in China and the heating method, four geological parameters, six engineering parameters, and classification evaluation limits were determined. …”
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Sources of medieval philosophy in "Trenos" Meletius Smotrytsky by Vitalii Shchepanskyi

“…In this article were analyzed medieval philosophical sources used by Meletius Smotrytsky for the philosophical and theological part of Trenos (1610), and was conducted the method of studying Trenos in historical and philosophical direction. …”
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Ruderal Habitats: A Source for Biomass and Biogas by Maciej Murawski, Wojciech Czekała, Leszek Majchrzak, Bogusława Waliszewska, Alicja Lerczak, Magdalena Janyszek-Sołtysiak, Magdalena Zborowska, Marta Cieślik, Agnieszka Sieradzka, Jacek Dach

“…The results confirm the potential of ruderal biomass as a diverse source for biogas production.…”
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Sources of characters useful for breeding in hulless barley by N. V. Tetyannikov, N. A. Bome

“…Therefore, the task of searching for and comprehensive studying of source material for hulless barley breeding is essential as the first step towards the development of high-yielding and adaptable cultivars.Materials and methods. …”
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Olive Residues as a Source of Bioactive Compounds by Carlos Alvarez, Margarita Gutierrez

“…The extraction method was decisive for the yield obtained, with the reflux system being highly efficient, and the antioxidant activity shows the potential of these wastes as a source of bioactive compounds of interest for possible reuse.…”
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Evaluation of a low-tech method, pepper–grease, for combatting elephant crop-raiding activities in Kakum Conservation Area, Ghana by Edward Wiafe, Moses Sam

“… A low-tech method for preventing elephants from destroying farms around Kakum Conservation Area in Ghana was assessed to evaluate its efficacy in warding off marauding elephants. …”
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Evaluation and estimation of changes in water quality using zoning map and researchers-developed software (case study: Pir-Bazar river) by Majid Homami, Seyed Ahmad Mirbagheri, Seyed Mehdi Borghei, Madjid Abbaspour

“…Materials and methods: The present study aimed at evaluating the eutrophication status and prediction of temporal-spatial changes in nutrients concentrations, such as ammonium-nitrogen (N-NH3), nitrate (N-NO3), total nitrogen (TN), phosphorous (PO4-3), TP, in the estuary of Pir-Bazar river as the main and most important stream feeding the Anzali International Wetland. …”
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The Life in Inventions: Patents as Sources of Biological Information by Gary Mason Church, Brian B. Carpenter

“… Scientific conference papers have traditionally been a relatively quick and important source of information for the biologist. These papers are also a vital part of the scientific process and a way to spread, evaluate, and refine scientific knowledge. …”
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Comprehensive evaluation of the nutritional value and contaminants of alfalfa (Medicago sativa L.) in China by Xiaoyan Zhu, Xiaoyan Zhu, Xiaoyan Zhu, Wenxue Chen, Mengyao Li, Boshuai Liu, Boshuai Liu, Boshuai Liu, Shumin Zhao, Menglin Hu, Jiajing Li, Defeng Li, Defeng Li, Defeng Li, Yinghua Shi, Yinghua Shi, Yinghua Shi, Hao Sun, Hao Sun, Hao Sun, Chengzhang Wang, Chengzhang Wang, Chengzhang Wang

“…Nutritional value analysis and contamination evaluation are essential for sustainable utilisation to ensure the quality and safety of alfalfa.AimWe aimed to evaluate the nutritional value and safety of alfalfa in five major regions in China—the Northeast Plain (NP), Inner Mongolia Plateau (IMP), Northwest Desert Oasis (NO), Loess Plateau (LP), and Huanghuaihai Plain (HP).MethodsNinety-five samples representing 44 large-scale pratacultural companies were collected and analysed.ResultsThe average nutritional values of alfalfa hay were 16.43% crude protein (CP), 44.01% neutral detergent fibre (NDF), 33.22% acid detergent fibre (ADF), 10.78% crude ash (Ash), and 91.90% dry matter (DM), which were better in the NO and IMP areas; in particular, the α-linolenic acid value of alfalfa was the highest in the IMP area (p < 0.05). …”
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Evaluation and Diagnosis of Suzhou Rail Transit Passenger Flow from the Perspective of Supply-Demand Balance by JIN Ming, SHI Min, LI Zhekang, LI Xu

“…[Method] A multi-source data fusion analysis approach is utilized, incorporating mobile signaling data and rail transit gate data, to accurately control the users′ complete travel trajectories. …”
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The MentalPlus® Digital Game Might Be an Accessible Open Source Tool to Evaluate Cognitive Dysfunction in Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction in Hypertensive Patients: A... by Valeria Fontenelle Angelim Pereira, Livia Stocco Sanches Valentin

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Real-Time Evaluation of Ground Insulation Degradation and Fault Warning Method Under Multiple Operating Conditions for Train Traction Drive System by Zhenglin Cheng, Kan Liu, Xueming Li, Shaolong Xu, Zhiwen Chen, Fengbing Jiang

“…Aiming at the problem that the main circuit grounding fault in the traction drive system of locomotives and high-speed trains can only be diagnosed under a single operating condition and cannot be warned about early, a mechanism and data-driven real-time evaluation and full operating condition fault warning method for ground insulation degradation is proposed. …”
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Evaluation of focal mechanism and inducing burst ability of large energy mine earthquakes in deep thick overburden mine by Quanping ZHANG, Yinghao HAO, Yongjin HUO, Qian ZHAO, Siyuan GONG, Rupei ZHANG

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