Exploring peer learning module vs. conventional tutorials: effects on engagement and learning outcomes among first-year medical students by Vinay Arasappa Vishwanath, Sindhu Raghuramaiah, Kavita Rasalkar

“…Participants felt that while the tutorials helped them cover the full subject and saved time, they occasionally got monotonous and there was little active engagement. …”
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Two-Echelon Location-Routing Problem with Time Windows and Transportation Resource Sharing by Yong Wang, Yaoyao Sun, Xiangyang Guan, Yanyong Guo

“…The proposed optimization model and hybrid algorithm are tested by employing a real-world case of 2E-LRPTWTRS in Chongqing, China, and the optimization results verify the positive role of the developed model and algorithm in improving logistics efficiency, reducing operating cost, and saving transportation resources in the operations of two-echelon logistics networks.…”
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Macroscopic Modeling of On-Street and Garage Parking: Impact on Traffic Performance by Manuel Jakob, Monica Menendez

“…This leads to data collection savings and a reduction in computational costs compared to most of the existing parking/traffic models. …”
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Does water rights trading cause economic losses from agricultural water scarcity? Evidence from 264 Chinese cities by Jiajia Liu, Muhammad Umer, Jun Zhao, Qiang Li, Mei Qu

“…However, WRT often reallocates saved agricultural water to more economically productive sectors. …”
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Biogas Production Optimization in the Anaerobic Codigestion Process: A Critical Review on Process Parameters Modeling and Simulation Tools by Mohammed Kelif Ibro, Venkata Ramayya Ancha, Dejene Beyene Lemma

“…The AcoD process design with AP opens fresh research opportunities, including improved efficiency, finding appropriate retention time, and saving time, as well as finding the optimum biogas yield. …”
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A Multispectral Automated Transfer Technique (MATT) for Machine-Driven Image Labeling Utilizing the Segment Anything Model (SAM) by James E. Gallagher, Aryav Gogia, Edward J. Oughton

“…We consider this an acceptable level of precision loss when considering the time saved during training, especially for rapidly prototyping experimental modeling methods. …”
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A Cost-effective Breath-hold Coaching Camera System for Patients Undergoing External Beam Radiotherapy by Akash Mehta, Emma Horgan, Prabhakar Ramachandran, Christopher Noble

“…Conclusions: This study demonstrates the feasibility of using a cost-effective ToF camera to coach patients before imaging/treatment, saving valuable LINAC linac and imaging system time.…”
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Reverse design of broadband sound absorption structure based on deep learning method by Yihong Zhou, Lifeng Ma, Xi Kang, Zhiyuan Zhu

“…Lightweight design is crucial for energy saving and emission reduction. With the total mass and average sound absorption coefficient of sound-absorbing materials as targets, the NSGA-II algorithm has been used for multi-objective optimization design. …”
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Comparison of Environmental Impacts of Two Alternative Stabilization Techniques on Expansive Soil Slopes by Rui Zhang, Mingxu Long, Jianlong Zheng

“…In this project, when the embankment height is less than 10 m, the geogrid technique has the advantages of energy-saving and emission-reduction. It was found that the GRT is not sensitive to the change of delivery distance and treatment width and significantly reduces the environmental impacts, especially in reducing the impact of global warming.…”
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Ventilación natural: estudio aerodinámico mediante CFD de extractores pasivos y captadores de viento Natural ventilation: CFD aerodynamic study about passive extractor and windcatc... by José Sanchez, José Manuel Salmerón, Francisco José Sanchez, Servando Alvarez, José Luis Molina

“…<br>In recent years, natural ventilation has won popularity as an energy saving measure for buildings. There are two fundamental principles of natural ventilation: natural draft by temperature differences, and wind force. …”
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Assessment of Energy Potential and Benefit under the Ground Source Heat Pump Air Conditioning System in Anqing Area of Eastern China by Qing Zhang, Yunfeng Li, Jian Hua, Xiaonan Niu, Lili Hou, Zongfang Chen, Weiya Ge

“…The annual environmental treatment cost will be saved by 166000 yuan.…”
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Awareness of anaphylaxis among public in Al-Ahsa City of Saudi Arabia: A cross-sectional study. by Ahmed Alanazy, Raja Saad Boodai, Badiah Ibrahim Alhulaybi, Amenah Ibrahim Alraihan, Raghad Ahmed Almulhim, Bainah Fahad Almulhim, Suchithra K Rajappan, Abdullah Alruwaili, Ahmad Alanazi

“…This will empower the Saudi public to recognize symptoms quickly and respond effectively, saving lives from this dangerous allergic reaction.…”
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Harnessing synergy of machine learning and nature-inspired optimization for enhanced compressive strength prediction in concrete by Abba Bashir, Esar Ahmad, Shashivendra Dulawat, Sani I. Abba

“…The visual evidence highlights several advantages, including superior quality control, cost savings, increased safety, and environmental sustainability, which underscore the effectiveness of these models. …”
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Design, Multiperspective Investigations, and Performance Analysis of Multirotor Unmanned Aerial Vehicle for Precision Farming by Darshan Kumar Jayaram, Vijayanandh Raja, Beena Stanislaus Arputharaj, Hussein A. Z. AL-bonsrulah

“…For working loads of 9 kg and 10 kg, pesticide/fertilizer spraying saves time, money, and manpower. Thus, a pressure-area coverage-cone angle connection is needed. …”
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Prevalence, outcome and conduct of in-hospital cardiopulmonary resuscitation in government hospitals of Nepal. by Pawan Kumar Hamal, Surendra Kunwar, Kapil Gautam, Ramesh Bhattarai, Rupesh Kumar Yadav, Ritesh Lamsal, Radeep Singh, Sonam Pathak, Nabin Pokhrel

“…<h4>Introduction</h4>Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) is an evidence-based intervention that saves lives. In low- and middle-income countries like Nepal, the occurrence of the problem and its outcome are seldom studied. …”
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Properties of Direct Coal Liquefaction Residue Modified Asphalt Mixture by Jie Ji, Hui Yao, Di Wang, Zhi Suo, Luhou Liu, Zhanping You

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A Real-Time Data Monitoring Framework for Predictive Maintenance Based on the Internet of Things by Mudita Uppal, Deepali Gupta, Nitin Goyal, Agbotiname Lucky Imoize, Arun Kumar, Stephen Ojo, Subhendu Kumar Pani, Yongsung Kim, Jaeun Choi

“…It is a reliable, continuous, and stable automation system that provides safety and convenience to smart office employees and improves their work efficiency while saving resources.…”
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Are Women More Risk Averse? A Sequel by Christos I. Giannikos, Efstathia D. Korkou

“…The suggested refinements pertain first to an enhanced computation of wealth, which includes additional categories of assets such as 401(k)s or other thrift savings accounts, and second to the more subtle handling and consideration of specific demographic data of the SCF respondents. …”
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Digitalisation factors influencing the dynamic capabilities of small and medium enterprises in the healthcare sector by P. Makelana, R. Kekwaletswe, M. A. Segooa

“…Results: The empirical results show that SME performance (β=0.132, p<0.05), task-technology fit (β=0.052, p<0.05), internet access (β=0.235, p<0.05), customer service (β=0.057, p<0.05), information sharing (β=0.022, p<0.05), innovation (β=0.125, p<0.05), and data security (β=0.427, p<0.05) are highly significant in the digitalisation of DC of SMEs. While cost saving (β=0.178, p>0.05) was found to be less significant. …”
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Cost-Effectiveness of Bariatric Surgery in Patients Living with Obesity and Type 2 Diabetes by Gábor Kovács, Elemér Mohos, János Tibor Kis, Ádám Tabák, Péter Gerendy, Judit Pettkó, Dávid Nagy, Dávid Győrbíró, Zoltán Kaló

“…The base-case analysis demonstrated that both surgery types were dominant; i.e., they saved 17 064 to 24 384 Euro public payer expenditures and resulted in improved health outcomes (1.36 to 1.50 quality-adjusted life years gain (QALY)) in the three BMI categories. …”
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