Structural Model of Factors Affecting the Use of Organic Fertilizers by Rice Farmers during Rice (Oryza sativa) Cultivation in Dezful County by Zahra Eskanadari, Moslem Saavri, Masoud Yazdanpanah

“…The form and content validity of the questionnaire was confirmed by experts' opinion and its reliability was confirmed through Cronbach's alpha and composite reliabilityResults and DiscussionThe results of the structural equation modeling research showed that the variables of self-efficacy (ƛ=0.257; P=0.000), action guide (ƛ=0.222; P=0.000), perceived intensity (ƛ=0.121; P=0.035) and perceived sensitivity (ƛ= 0.100; P= 0.046) and perceived benefits (ƛ= 0.319; P= 0.000) have a positive and significant effect on the use of organic fertilizers among rice farmers in Dezful County. …”
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Optimized gallium extraction from Bayer liquor using ion exchange: Experimental modeling in batch mode and demonstration in continuous columns by Hesamoddin Gorzin, Mohadeseh Babaei Layaei, Mojtaba Dehghani, Mehrdad Mahmoudi, Salman Movahedirad

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New approach methodologies for in vitro toxicity screening of nanomaterial using a pulmonary three-dimensional floating extracellular matrix model by Soojin Kim, Mi-Sun Choi, Hyun Jegal, Min Beom Heo, Minjeong Kwak, Hyun Kyong Shon, Seungwoo Song, Tae Geol Lee, Ji-Ho Park, Dong Woo Lee, Seokjoo Yoon, Jung-Hwa Oh

“…Using 20 nm silica nanoparticles (SiNPs), we assessed cell viability and nanoparticle uptake in both serum-containing and serum-free culture media. While the 2D model showed high SiNPs toxicity regardless of the media composition, the pulmonary 3D floating ECM model demonstrated variable toxicities that depended on the SiNPs behaviors under different conditions. …”
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The impact of internet use on the health status of the older adults in China: a chain mediating model of social interaction and physical exercise by Jiangwei Hu, Haoxian Mai, Chunyun Tan, Yingying Du

“…The dependent variable was health status, measured by a composite score of self-assessed health, physical health, and mental health. …”
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Bioelectrical impedance analysis of bone mineral content based on dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry: evaluation of age-stratified optimized models by YoungJin Moon, Zheng Dong, Sang Ki Lee, Hwi-yeol Yun, JuWon Song, Min Ju Shin, DuBin Im, JiaHao Xu, XuanRu Wang

“…A total of 302 healthy Korean participants (148 men and 154 women; mean ages 24.87 ± 12.43 and 34.98 ± 22.24 years, respectively) underwent body composition measurements via BIA and DXA. Basic variables such as age, height, and weight, along with a range of BIA parameters, were utilized to refine predictive models for BMC. …”
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Machine learning-based construction of a programmed cell death-related model reveals prognosis and immune infiltration in pancreatic adenocarcinoma patients by Bing Wang, Zhida Long, Xun Zou, Zhengang Sun, Yuanchu Xiao

“…Using a comprehensive machine learning framework involving 117 algorithmic combinations under a Leave-one-out cross-validation (LOOCV) strategy, we identified the StepCox[both] + Ridge as the best algorithms composition to construct a prognostic model based on six PCDRGs, ITGA3, CDCP1, IL1RAP, CLU, PBK, and PLAU. …”
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The Impact of Kefir Consumption on Inflammation, Oxidative Stress Status, and Metabolic-Syndrome-Related Parameters in Animal Models: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis by Zahid Naeem Qaisrani, Wai Phyo Lin, Bo Bo Lay, Khin Yadanar Phyo, Myat Mon San, Nurulhusna Awaeloh, Sasithon Aunsorn, Rinrada Pattanayaiying, Susakul Palakawong Na Ayudthaya, Choosit Hongkulsup, Nirunya Buntin, Sasitorn Chusri

“…Nevertheless, preclinical results have been variable. This systematic review and meta-analysis aimed to assess the influence of kefir and its derived compositions on parameters associated with MetS, inflammation, and oxidative stress in rodent studies. …”
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Analysis of imperfect interfaces in cobalt ferrite plates using a linear spring model: a comparative study with terfenol-D by Seema, Abhinav Singhal

“…The comparative study of different piezomagnetic models and the incorporation of heterogeneity and interface conditions contribute to the originality of the research.…”
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Modeling Whole-Plant Carbon Stock in <i>Olea europaea</i> L. Plantations Using Logarithmic Nonlinear Seemingly Unrelated Regression by Yungang He, Weili Kou, Ning Lu, Yi Yang, Chunqin Duan, Ziyi Yang, Yongjun Song, Jiayue Gao, Weiyu Zhuang

“…Secondly, in the CS compatibility model system, the total CS model of <i>Olea europaea</i> L. was constructed by the Logarithmic Nonlinear Seemingly Unrelated Regression (LNSUR) method with <i>D</i> and <i>D</i>²<i>H</i> as independent variables. …”
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Identification and optimization of relevant factors for chronic kidney disease in abdominal obesity patients by machine learning methods: insights from NHANES 2005–2018 by Xiangling Deng, Lifei Ma, Pin Li, Mengyang He, Ruyue Jin, Yuandong Tao, Hualin Cao, Hengyu Gao, Wenquan Zhou, Kuan Lu, Xiaoye Chen, Wenchao Li, Huixia Zhou

“…To explore the associations between these variables and CKD, the present study used a multivariable-adjusted least absolute shrinkage and selection operator (LASSO) regression model, along with a restricted cubic spline (RCS) model. …”
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Multi-trait phenotypic modeling through factor analysis and bayesian network learning to develop latent reproductive, body conformational, and carcass-associated traits in admixed... by Muhammad Anas, Bin Zhao, Bin Zhao, Haipeng Yu, Carl R. Dahlen, Kendall C. Swanson, Kris A. Ringwall, Lauren L. Hulsman Hanna

“…Using exploratory and confirmatory FA, Body Size (BS) and Body Composition (BC) were identified as UBT for Model 1, explaining 14 phenotypic traits (t = 14). …”
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Assessing the Success of Ferula assa-foetida L. Plantation Restoration Operations in Semi-Steppe Rangelands by Linking Plant Functional Traits to Species Diversity by Esfandiar Jahantab, Azam Khosravi Mashizi, Mohsen Sharafatmandrad

“…Structured equation modeling allowed for the study of important individual species in vegetation composition with Assafoetida's mediating role. …”
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Exploring the connection between maternal mental health and partnership, parental role, and satisfaction with various aspects of life using pairfam data: a cross-sectional analysis by Monique Förster, Claudia Kirsch, Julia Habermann, Dorothee Noeres

“…Multiple linear regression analysis was conducted, with the mental health composite scale of the Short Form 12 (Version 2.0) Health Survey as the dependent variable, and the previously mentioned variables as independent variables. …”
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The Graft of ANN-FEM Technique in Macro-mechanics of Multi-oriented Natural Fiber/Polyester Laminates by Christian Emeka Okafor, Christopher Chukwutoo Ihueze

“…A standard feed-forward backpropagation network was adopted and the ANN model consists of stacking sequence, laminate aspect ratio and fiber orientation as input variables while the selected network outputs variables include average stress and displacement. …”
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Major Adverse Kidney Events in Hospitalized Older Patients With Acute Kidney Injury: Machine Learning–Based Model Development and Validation Study by Xiao-Qin Luo, Ning-Ya Zhang, Ying-Hao Deng, Hong-Shen Wang, Yi-Xin Kang, Shao-Bin Duan

“…The Boruta algorithm was used to select the most important predictor variables from 53 candidate variables. The eXtreme Gradient Boosting algorithm was applied to establish a prediction model for MAKE30. …”
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Dynamic Cascade Spiking Neural Network Supervisory Controller for a Nonplanar Twelve-Rotor UAV by Cheng Peng, Guanyu Qiao, Bing Ge

“…Unknown variables in the environment, such as wind disturbance during a flight, affect the accurate trajectory of multi-rotor UAVs. …”
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Development and Validation of a Machine Learning Prediction Model for Textbook Outcome in Liver Surgery: Results From a Multicenter, International Cohort by Jane Wang, MD, Amir Ashraf Ganjouei, MD, MPH, Taizo Hibi, MD, PhD, Nuria Lluis, MD, PhD, Camilla Gomes, MD, Fernanda Romero-Hernandez, MD, Han Yin, BA, Lucia Calthorpe, MD, Yukiyasu Okamura, MD, PhD, Yuta Abe, MD, PhD, Shogo Tanaka, MD, PhD, Minoru Tanabe, MD, PhD, Zeniche Morise, MD, PhD, Horacio Asbun, MD, PhD, David Geller, MD, Mohammed Abu Hilal, MD, PhD, Mohamed Adam, MD, Adnan Alseidi, MD, EdM, International Hepatectomy Study Group, Alison Baskin, Annie Wong-On-Wing, Annie Yang, Devesh Sharma, Taisuke Imamura, Masanori Nakamura, Yuya Miura, Koki Hayashi, Masatsugu Ishii, Keita Shimata, Kazuya Hirukawa, Hiroki Ueda, June S. Peng, Lucas Thornblade, Kenzo Hirose, Kimberly Kirkwood, Eric Nakakura, Carlos Corvera, Ajay Maker

“…This study aimed to (1) develop a machine learning (ML) model that predicts the textbook outcome in liver surgery (TOLS) using preoperative variables and (2) validate the TOLS criteria by determining whether TOLS is associated with long-term survival after hepatectomy. …”
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Nutrient Content Prediction and Geographical Origin Identification of Bananas by Combining Hyperspectral Imaging with Chemometrics by Honghui Xiao, Chunlin Li, Mingyue Wang, Zhibo Huan, Hanyi Mei, Jing Nie, Karyne M. Rogers, Zhen Wu, Yuwei Yuan

“…Partial least squares (PLS) models achieved R²_p values of 0.8012 and 0.8606 for SSC and K content, respectively. …”
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Multiphase Reactions of Hydrocarbons Into an Air Quality Model With CAMx‐UNIPAR: Impacts of Humidity and NOx on Secondary Organic Aerosol Formation in the Southern USA by Yujin Jo, Myoseon Jang, Azad Madhu, Jiwon Choi, Jinsoo Park

“…Both UNIPAR and SOAP showed similar tendencies in SOA mass but slightly underpredicted against observations at given five ground sites. However, SOA compositions and their sensitivity to environmental variables (sunlight, humidity, NOx, and SO2) were different between two models. …”
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Unlocking Nature’s Potential: Modelling <i>Acacia melanoxylon</i> as a Renewable Resource for Bio-Oil Production through Thermochemical Liquefaction by Sila Ozkan, Henrique Sousa, Diogo Gonçalves, Jaime Puna, Ana Carvalho, João Bordado, Rui Galhano dos Santos, João Gomes

“…Reaction time, reaction temperature, as well as catalyst concentration, were chosen as independent variables. The resulting model exhibited very good results, with a highly adjusted R-squared (1.000). …”
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