Framework for extracting multi-objective operation rules for cascade reservoirs based on causal features and physical mechanisms by Donglin Gu, Baowei Yan, Jianbo Chang, Yixuan Zou, Dongxu Yang, Mingbo Sun, Xiaoyu Diao

“…To reduce high dimensionality, Convergent Cross Mapping (CCM) quantifies causal relationships between features and decision variables. Moreover, embedding physical constraints into the model’s loss function further enhances interpretability. …”
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Modeling the contribution of micronekton diel vertical migrations to carbon export in the mesopelagic zone by H. Thibault, F. Ménard, J. Abitbol-Spangaro, J.-C. Poggiale, S. Martini

“…The functional approach highlighted the importance of size and taxonomy, particularly regarding fishes, crustaceans, and cephalopods as key factors controlling the efficiency of carbon transport. …”
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Energy factors affecting environmental pollution for sustainable development goals: The case of India by Vu Ngoc Xuan

“…The study used data from the World Bank from 2000 to 2023; the methodology adopted includes vector autoregression modeling, Granger causality tests, cointegration analysis, impulse response functions, and variance decomposition. These econometric techniques were selected due to their ability to capture dynamic relationships, determine causality, and identify long-term equilibrium among the variables. …”
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Non-Iterative Estimation of Multiscale Geographically and Temporally Weighted Regression Model by Ya-Di Dai, Hui-Guo Zhang

“…Simulation experiments are conducted to evaluate the performance of the proposed non-iterative method compared to traditional methods and the backfitting-based approach in terms of coefficient estimation accuracy and computational efficiency. The results demonstrate that the non-iterative estimation method for MGTWR significantly enhances computational efficiency while effectively capturing the scale effects of spatiotemporal variation in the regression coefficient functions for each predictor.…”
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Assessment of Outcomes of the Modified Stoppa Approach in the Treatment of Acetabular Fractures: A Retrospective Cohort Study by Nurgeldi Manap, Nagmet Mursalov, Mukhtar Abilmazhinov

“…Exclusion criteria: other operative approaches to pelvic bones and patients under 18 years of age. 21 patients underwent surgery with the use of modified Stoppa approach (group A) and 10 surgeries were performed using the ilioinguinal approach (group B). Efficiency was evaluated by comparison of duration of surgical procedures, amount of blood lossbetween groups, size of skin incision, quality of reduction and functional outcomes. …”
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Development and evaluation of a predictive model of upper gastrointestinal bleeding in liver cirrhosis by Jin Peng, Huiru Jin, Ningxin Zhang, Shiqiu Zheng, Chengxiao Yu, Jianzhong Yu, Longfeng Jiang

“…Once bleeding occurs, the risk of recurrent episodes substantially increases, further compromising liver function and worsening patient outcomes. This study aims to identify risk factors for UGIB in cirrhotic patients using clinical examination data and to develop a non-invasive predictive model to improve diagnostic precision and efficiency. …”
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Potential Protective Effect of Orlistat: A Formulation of Nanocrystals Targeting Inflammation, Oxidative Stress, and Apoptosis in an Experimental Model of Doxorubicin-Induced Cardi... by Maha Alsunbul, Thanaa A. El-Masry, Enas I. El Zahaby, Mohamed M. S. Gaballa, Maysa M. F. El-Nagar

“…The study results indicated that DOX caused significant cardiotoxicity, as revealed by a remarkable rise in cardiac function biomarkers like LDH and CK-MB, which involve enzyme activities. …”
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Influence of structural surface roughness on the strength of layered fill bodies based on PFC2D by Jinxing WANG, Zongsheng HU, Huazhe JIAO, Xiaolin YANG, Qi ZHANG, Xiaohui LIU, Ping XU, Junqiang XU, Xun CHEN

“…The cracks form as large macroscopic fractures in the vertical direction, indicating that as the interface roughness increases, the quality of the bonding surface improves, leading to more efficient usage of the overall mechanical properties of the specimens. …”
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Identification of Factors Affecting Project Financing Risk by Gholamreza Sharafi, Kiamars Fathi Hafashjani, Faegh Ahmadi

“…Risk management is now an important part of project management and has a specific function for improving the efficiency of implementing the project, saving prices, and improving the profitability of projects. …”
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The Prognostic Significance of Sleep and Circadian Rhythm for Myocardial Infarction Outcomes: Case-Control Study by Wei-Chih Chin, Pao-Hsien Chu, Lung-Sheng Wu, Kuang-Tso Lee, Chen Lin, Chien-Te Ho, Wei-Sheng Yang, I-Hang Chung, Yu-Shu Huang

“…Actigraphy was used to evaluate sleep and circadian rhythm, while HRV was monitored for 24 hours to assess autonomic nerve function. Nonparametric indicators were calculated to quantify the active-rest patterns, including interdaily stability, intradaily variability, the most active 10 consecutive hours (M10), the least active 5 consecutive hours (L5), the relative amplitude, and the actigraphic dichotomy index. …”
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Optimization Study of PVT Coupled Water Loop Heat Pump Energy Supply System by Lv Tiangang, Liu Bing, Wu Jun, Zhu Li, Hou Jingxuan

“…By employing the Hooke-Jeeves algorithm, the system's design and operation parameters were optimized with annual cost and system COP as objective functions. Design variables included PVT inclination, azimuth, area, heat pump capacity, and tank volume, while operational variables were PVT backplate temperature and tank temperature. …”
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Optimization of K-Shaped Metal Sealing Ring for Subsea Tubing Hanger Based on Response Surface Method by Huan Xie, Hongxia Zhang, Yiwei Fan, Liyuan Liu, Wei Zeng

“…To address the issue of low optimization efficiency due to the need for repeated finite element calculations during the optimization process, quadratic response surface models are established for the sealing performance indicators of the K-shaped seal ring, which were then used as the optimization objective functions to enhance the optimization efficiency. …”
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MiR-216a-3p inhibits the cytotoxicity of primary natural killer cells by Rowan Abdelbary, Rowan Abdelbary, Manon Ragheb, Manon Ragheb, Shereen A. El Sobky, Nagwa El-Badri, Nourhan Aboud, Ahmed Tawheed, Asmaa Gomaa, Mona Zidan, Ramy K. Aziz, Abd Elrahman Abouzid, Radwa Ayman Salah, Mohamed El-Kassas, Imam Waked, Ahmed Moustafa, Ahmed Moustafa, Injie Omar Fawzy, Nada El-Ekiaby, Ahmed Ihab Abdelaziz

“…IntroductionThe role of miRNAs in regulating variable molecular functions has been sought by scientists for its promising utility in regulating the immune response and, hence, in treating various diseases. …”
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Application of Optimization Algorithms in Voter Service Module Allocation by Edgar Jardón, Marcelo Romero, José-Raymundo Marcial-Romero

“…These findings align with principles of spatial justice and highlight the practical efficiency of heuristic-based solutions in administrative resource allocation. …”
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Manufacturing of Rotational Toroidal Shells in Coin Minting by Luís M. Alves, Paulo Alexandrino, Sónia Pereira

“…Through finite element modeling and experimentation, key process variables were identified, ensuring sound hollow toroidal shells with efficient rotation.…”
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Clinical diagnostic and prognostic value of homocysteine combined with hemoglobin [f (Hcy-Hb)] in cardio-renal syndrome caused by primary acute myocardial infarction by Min-Juan Zeng, Yan-Quan Liu, Ping Pang, Xiao-Jun Chen, He Huang, Rui-Na Huang, Shi-Sen Li, He-Hui Zhang, Yue Yin, Chang-Sen Wang, Jin-Da Lin, Lin Lin, Shao-Peng Chen, Li Xu, Liang-Qing Zhang

“…Conclusion The newly constructed function [f (Hcy-Hb)], integrating Hcy and Hb levels, exhibits robust diagnostic and prognostic value in CRS. …”
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Effects of Indoor Air Quality on Human Physiological Impact: A Review by Tong Nie, Guofu Zhang, Yinan Sun, Wenhao Wang, Tianai Wang, Haoyan Duan

“…Through an analysis of cardiovascular biomarkers (heart rate variability, blood pressure), respiratory parameters, and neurological indicators (electroencephalogram patterns), we identify the mechanisms linking air quality degradation to impaired physiological functioning. …”
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Rethinking energy security in the condition of a rise in public–private partnership in energy: Fresh insights from new estimation by Le Thanh Ha

“…High energy efficiency increases the energy system's resilience by ensuring that systems with restricted funds continue functioning in the event of energy restrictions or global uncertainty.…”
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Statistical Modeling and Kinetic Studies on the Adsorption of Reactive Red 2 by a Low-Cost Adsorbent: Grape Waste-Based Activated Carbon Using Sulfuric Acid Activator-Assisted Ther... by Seyyed Alireza Mousavi, Davood Shahbazi, Arezoo Mahmoudi, Parviz Mohammadi, Tooraj Massahi

“…The efficiency of activated carbon produced from grape waste as a low-cost, nontoxic, and available adsorbent to remove Reactive Red 2 from aqueous solution has been investigated. …”
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rcprd: An R package to simplify the extraction and processing of Clinical Practice Research Datalink (CPRD) data, and create analysis-ready datasets. by Alexander Pate, Rosa Parisi, Evangelos Kontopantelis, Matthew Sperrin

“…Functions are available to extract common variable types (e.g., history of a condition, or time until an event occurs, relative to an index date), and more general functions for database queries, allowing users to define their own variables for extraction. …”
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