A Framework for Assessing the Effectiveness of Carbon Storage Change During the Process of Land Consolidation by Changdong Ye, Pingping Deng, Chunpeng Ke, Xiaoping Fu, Jiyang Mi, Long Zhou

“…This framework provides theoretical support for optimizing LC to enhance regional CS and lays the groundwork for future investigations into the long-term impacts of LC on CS, as well as the potential for applying the methods used in this study to other regions and types of land consolidation projects.…”
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Prediction of prognosis, efficacy of lung adenocarcinoma by machine learning model based on immune and metabolic related genes by Cong Xue, Yi-Zhi Dai, Gui-Long Li, Yi Zhang

“…Material and methods Using TCGA-LUAD as the training subset, differential gene expression analysis, batch survival analysis, Lasso regression analysis, univariate and multivariate Cox regression analysis were performed to construct prognostic related gene models. …”
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Fast2Vec, a modified model of FastText that enhances semantic analysis in topic evolution by Ayu Pertiwi, Azhari Azhari, Sri Mulyana

“…Word2Vec struggles with out-of-vocabulary (OOV) words, and FastText generates suboptimal embeddings for infrequent terms. Methods This study introduces Fast2Vec, a novel model that integrates the semantic capabilities of Word2Vec with the subword analysis strength of FastText to enhance semantic analysis in topic modeling. …”
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The relationship between immune cell infiltration and necroptosis gene expression in sepsis: an analysis using single-cell transcriptomic data by Shouyi Wang

“…This study aims to elucidate the differential expression of necroptosis-related genes in sepsis and their impact on immune characteristics.MethodsWe obtained gene expression profiles and single-cell RNA sequencing data from the Gene Expression Omnibus (GEO) database. …”
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Burden of Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH) in Low- and Middle-Income Countries in Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA) by Ayun Cassell, Babacar Sine, Mohamed Jalloh, Stavros Gravas

“…The goal is to provide a comprehensive overview that informs healthcare strategies in resource-constrained settings. <b>Methods:</b> A scoping review methodology was employed, following the framework proposed by Arksey and O’Malley. …”
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Exploring professionals’ experiences with secure messaging in Dutch outpatient clinics: emerging differences in use frequencies and types across medical specialties by Marjolein A. G. van Offenbeek, Oskar P. Roemeling, Anne Burggraaf

“…Thus far, there is little insight into how the use of digital messaging between outpatients and professionals varies across medical specialties and how professionals experience effects on their workload and patient empowerment. Methods We conducted a two-stage, cross-specialty study in a Dutch hospital. …”
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Computational histology reveals that concomitant application of insect repellent with sunscreen impairs UV protection in an ex vivo human skin model by Sophie Charrasse, Titouan Poquillon, Charlotte Saint-Omer, Audrey Schunemann, Mylène Weill, Victor Racine, Abdel Aouacheria

“…Artificial intelligence and digital morphometry offer unprecedented opportunities to quickly and accurately assess nuclear morphotypes in relation to tissue damage including skin injury. Methods In this work, we designed NoxiScore, a pipeline providing an integrated, deep learning-based software solution for fully automated and quantitative analysis of nucleus-related features in histological sections of human skin biopsies. …”
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Spread and Scale-Up of a Region-Wide Telehealth Navigation Service in a Rural Context: Qualitative Process Evaluation by Mary Malakellis, Anna Wong Shee, Laura Alston, Vincent L Versace, Pheona Griffith, Jade Odgers, Kevin Mc Namara

“…Local autonomy facilitated adaptation to address variations across local contexts; however, restrictive governance impeded the ability to respond to local challenges. …”
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Genetic mechanisms of dynamic functional connectivity density in diabetic retinopathy brains: a combined transcriptomic and resting-state functional magnetic resonance imaging stud... by Yu-Lin Zhong, Hao Liu, Xin Huang

“…Previous neuroimaging research has revealed both structural and functional changes in the brains of DR patients. Nevertheless, the variations in dynamic functional connectivity density (dFCD) within the brains of DR patients, along with the underlying molecular mechanisms connected to these changes, have yet to be fully understood.MethodsForty-seven diabetic retinopathy (DR) patients and 46 healthy controls (HCs) matched for sex, age, and education were recruited for this study from the Department of Ophthalmology at the Jiangxi Provincial People’s Hospital. …”
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Characterization and clustering of intra-day physical activity patterns using accelerometry among sexual and gender minority adults by David Lopez-Veneros, Billy A. Caceres, Kasey Jackman, Joseph A. Belloir, Yashika Sharma, Suzanne Bakken, Ipek Ensari

“…Methods Each 24-h period of step counts was smoothed using Fourier-transform to create the functional data matrix and fit the FLBMs. …”
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The Role of Chitinase 3-Like-1 (YKL-40) and Proinflammatory Biomarkers in the Pathogenesis of Pediatric Tick-Borne Encephalitis in a Polish Cohort by Bojkiewicz E, Toczylowski K, Lewandowski D, Martonik D, Flisiak R, Sulik A

“…This study aimed to evaluate CHI3L1 and its relationship with other inflammatory cytokines, blood-brain barrier (BBB) integrity, immune response, and disease severity in pediatric patients with TBE.Patients and Methods: A total of 22 pediatric TBE patients hospitalized in Bialystok, Poland were included in this study. …”
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Research on fault monitoring of belt conveyor based on FBG sensor by Xinqiu FANG, Yang WU, Yang SONG, Ningning CHEN, Yulong FENG, Haotian FENG, Dexing HE, Fukang QIAO

“…This comprehensive study delves into the multi-sensor fault monitoring of belt conveyors utilizing Fiber Bragg Gratings (FBGs), examining aspects such as common fault analysis, the composition of integrated protection systems, the design and analysis of fiber-optic sensor arrays, and the design and material selection of core sensing elements.Firstly, to address the shortcomings of traditional monitoring methods, including the inability to quantify faults, inadequate real-time performance, and weak data fusion capabilities, an FBG-based integrated protection system for belt conveyors is proposed. …”
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Explainable graph neural network based on metabolic brain imaging for differential diagnosis of parkinsonism by Ronghua Ling, Ronghua Ling, Xingxing Cen, Shaoyou Wu, Min Wang, Ying Zhang, Juanjuan Jiang, Jiaying Lu, Yingqian Liu, Chuantao Zuo, Jiehui Jiang, Yinghui Yang, Zhuangzhi Yan, Zhuangzhi Yan

“…BackgroundAccurate differentiation of parkinsonian syndromes remains challenging due to overlapping clinical manifestations and subtle neuroimaging variations. This study introduces an explainable graph neural network (GNN) framework integrating a Regional Radiomics Similarity Network (R2SN) and Transformer-based attention mechanisms to address this diagnostic dilemma.MethodsOur study prospectively enrolled 1,495 participants, including 220 healthy controls and 1,275 patients diagnosed with idiopathic Parkinson’s disease (IPD), multiple system atrophy (MSA), or progressive supranuclear palsy (PSP), all undergoing standardized 18F-fluorodeoxyglucose positron emission tomography imaging. …”
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A deep learning-based detection model and illumination-adaptive behavioral analysis for soldier crabs in the intertidal zone by Liangjun Li, Zhihao Ren, Cheng Tang, Shengning Lu, Yong Liang

“…However, due to their small size and tidal-driven activity patterns, conventional behavior detection methods suffer from low efficiency and considerable observer bias, particularly under dark conditions where detection errors and omissions are prevalent. …”
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Clinical Characteristics and Genetic Variants in Children with <i>PAX2</i> Mutation-Associated Disorders by Yanyan Jin, Na Li, Zipei Chen, Ke Zeng, Jingjing Wang, Aiqin Sheng, Haidong Fu, Lidan Hu, Jianhua Mao

“…<i>Background and Objectives:</i> PAX2 serves as a critical transcription factor integral to the process of embryogenesis. Variations in the <i>PAX2</i> gene could result in the aberrant development of numerous organs. …”
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SPP1+ tumor-associated macrophages define a high-risk subgroup and inform personalized therapy in hepatocellular carcinoma by Wei-Xuan Xu, Ya-Mei Ye, Jia-Lin Chen, Xin-Ying Guo, Chen Li, Juan Luo, Lin-Bin Lu, Xiong Chen

“…However, their clinical and therapeutic implications remain unexplored.MethodsUtilizing a large-scale sc-RNA seq dataset, a landscape of HCC cellular ecosystem was depicted. …”
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Enhanced Metabolic Control in a Pediatric Population with Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus Using Hybrid Closed-Loop and Predictive Low-Glucose Suspend Insulin Pump Treatments by Irina Bojoga, Sorin Ioacara, Elisabeta Malinici, Victor Chiper, Olivia Georgescu, Anca Elena Sirbu, Simona Fica

“…Conclusions: The application of these sensor-integrated insulin pumps can significantly enhance metabolic control in pediatric populations, minimizing glycemic variations to mitigate complications and enrich the quality of life.…”
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Implementing routine assessment of perinatal anxiety: case studies by Andrea Sinesi, Georgina Constantinou, Cassandra Yuill, Rose Meades, Helen Cheyne, Margaret Maxwell, Catherine Best, Susan Ayers, Judy Shakespeare, Fiona Alderdice, Julie Jomeen, Grace Howard

“…Identification of perinatal anxiety is recommended in various countries, but there is a lack of consensus on the most effective, acceptable and feasible measure to use. The Methods of Assessing Perinatal Anxiety study previously found the Stirling Antenatal Anxiety Scale to be diagnostically accurate and acceptable to women. …”
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Correlation of Intraoperative Neuromonitoring (IONM) Signal Changes with Clinical Outcomes in Patients with Compressive Cervical Myelopathy: A Prospective Study by Saumyajit Basu, Aditya Vardhan Guduru, Vikas Hanasoge, Piyush Joshi, Trinanjan Sarangi, Suraj Chakroborthy

“…Materials and Methods: The study included 58 patients with cervical compressive myelopathy who underwent decompression and fusion surgery under IONM guidance. …”
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The first two mitochondrial genomes for the genus Ramaria reveal mitochondrial genome evolution of Ramaria and phylogeny of Basidiomycota by Qiang Li, Lijiao Li, Ting Zhang, Peng Xiang, Qian Wu, Wenying Tu, Zhijie Bao, Liang Zou, Cheng Chen

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