Enhancing precision in multiple sclerosis lesion segmentation: A U-net based machine learning approach with data augmentation by Oezdemir Cetin, Berkay Canel, Gamze Dogali, Unal Sakoglu

“…The algorithm's effectiveness was evaluated using the DSC score, a statistical tool that measures the similarity between two samples. …”
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Tilt–Roll Heliostats and Non-Flat Heliostat Field Topographies for Compact, Energy-Dense Rooftop-Scale and Urban Central Receiver Solar Thermal Systems for Sustainable Industrial P... by Joshua Freeman, Walajabad Sampath, Krishnashree Achuthan

“…A novel ray-tracing simulation tool was developed to evaluate these unique scenarios. …”
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Applying an Instrument for the Stratification of Patients with Community-acquired Pneumonia in the Emergency Department. by Luis Alberto Corona Martínez, Maria Caridad Fragoso Marchante, Iris González Morales, Dianelys Perla Sierra Martínez, Sandra Borroto Lecuna, Osmel Chávez Troya

“…<strong><br />Conclusions:</strong> Although susceptible of improvement, this tool is considered to be very useful for the decision making process when dealing with patients suffering from community-acquired pneumonia attended in the Emergency Department. …”
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Interval-Valued q-Rung Orthopair Fuzzy QUALIFLEX Decision Analysis Method with Dombi Operators by Benting Wan, Xiaolu Zhang, Meifang Xiong, Zhenwu Wang

“…As a new and useful decision tool, interval-valued q-rung orthopair fuzzy set (IVq-ROFS), has strong ability to address uncertain or imprecision information in practical decision-making processes. …”
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Effects of a 12-Week Semi-Immersive Virtual Reality-Based Exercise Program on the Quality of Life of Older Adults Across Different Age Groups: A Randomized Controlled Trial by Li-Ting Wang, Yu-Wen Wang

“…Conclusions: Semi-immersive VR-based exercise is a promising digital tool for supporting the psychological QOL of older adults across different age groups. …”
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Geographic Information Systems and MATLAB Simulation to Quantify and Analyze Traffic Congestion in Oja Oba Road, Arakale Road, and FUTA North Gate Road of Akure, Ondo State, Nigeri... by E. T. Idowu, O. J. Nnamani, O. O. Aderinlewo

“…This GIS-MATLAB integration offers a robust tool for urban planners, allowing detailed congestion analysis and supporting data-driven strategies to enhance traffic management. …”
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Organizational citizenship behaviour relationship on challenge stress, hindrance stress and turnover intention in hotel industry employees in Java island by Kumala Hasta Prasetio, Hidajat Hendarsjah

“…Data was collected using online questionnaires and analyzed using Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) with the SmartPLS tool. The findings reveal that OCBO significantly influences CS positively and HS significantly, while OCBI does not significantly impact either type of stress. …”
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Evaluating Students’ User Experience on Student Management Information Systems by Noble Arden Kuadey, Carlos Ankora, Laurene Adjei, Elikem Krampa, Stephen Oladagba Bolatimi, Lily Bensah, Collinson Colin M. Agbesi

“…The UEQ data analysis tool was used in analysing the data. The study’s findings showed that attractiveness, perspicuity, efficiency, stimulation, and novelty significantly influenced students’ continuance intention to use the SMIS. …”
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Fractional flow reserve: current status by A.V. Khokhlov, M.V. Shymanko, M.V. Stan

“…Methods of studying the fractional coronary flow reserve (FFR and iFR) are a relatively simple tool that allow to answer the main question of interventional cardiology, i.e. …”
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Determining the Burden of Dysmenorrhea on Women's Quality of Life: The Dysmenorrhea Symptom Interference Scale by Syed Muhammad Ashraf Jahangeer, Meerab Fatima, Hifza Iqbal, Areeba Sheikh

“…CONCLUSION: We conclude that dysmenorrhea is associated with a decreased quality of life and the DSI Scale is a valid tool for assessing its impact on quality of life. …”
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Analysing the role of the perceptual dimension in the formation of the urban third place by Upendra Joshi, Snehal Nagarsheth

“…We decipher the qualitative observations of the survey using Nvivo, a software tool that supports both descriptive and inferential statistical inferences. …”
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Development of a cross-cultural scale on attitudes toward gender and sexual diversity (AGSD) by Daniel Oleas, Xochitl Garza-Olivares, Fernando Silva Teixeira-Filho, Guido Mascialino, Jose A. Rodas, Jose A. Rodas

“…Three distinct factors were identified, providing a comprehensive measure of attitudes toward gender and sexual diversity in social, psychological, and behavioral contexts.ConclusionThis scale represents a valuable tool for assessing attitudes toward gender and sexual diversity in Latin American populations. …”
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பாரதியாரின் பார்வையில் கல்வி / Education in the Viewpoint of Bharathiyar by முனைவர் பா. விக்னேஷ்குமார் / Dr. P. Vignesh Kumar

“…He lived during the period of British colonial rule and used his writings as a powerful tool to advocate for the Indian freedom struggle and social change through education. …”
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Fusion of satellite-ground and inter-satellite AKA protocols for double-layer satellite networks by Jin CAO, Xiaoping SHI, Ruhui MA, Hui LI

“…With the characteristics of large space-time and satellite-ground network integration, the space integrated ground network has attracted much attention.Satellites can not only be used as emergency communication supplements, but also serve as air stations to expand the coverage of terrestrial networks, occupying an important position in both military and civilian scenarios.The entity authentication and key negotiation mechanism can prevent the malicious entities from joining the integrated network to steal users’ privacy, and guarantee network information security.In view of the characteristics of the high satellite-ground transmission delays, exposed links, limited processing capability and dynamic topology of the integrated network, a lightweight authentication scheme between satellites and ground suitable for double-layer satellite network was proposed to achieve a secure satellite networking architecture with session keys to protect data transmission.The scheme was based on symmetric cryptographic system, using lightweight cryptographic algorithms and introducing group key and hierarchical management mechanisms.The proposed scheme included three parts: inter-satellite authentication for geostationary earth orbit satellites, layer and inter-satellite authentication for same low earth orbit, and inter-satellite authentication for adjacent low earth orbit satellites.The group key and hierarchical management mechanism improved the efficiency of inter-group information transfer, reduced the authentication pressure on the ground control center, and enhanced the authentication security strength by realizing double verification in the three-entities authentication protocol.Different from the previous single scene authentication, the proposed authentication protocol took the form of multiplexing authentication parameters, which can realize the authentication requirements of dual scenes in one process.The results of Scyther, a protocol formal security simulation tool, show that the proposed scheme achieves secure access authentication.Compared with existing protocols, the proposed scheme improves authentication security and reduces communication and computational overhead.…”
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Association of cognitive reserve with stroke outcome: a protocol for a systematic review by Laura Gallucci, Roza M Umarova

“…The Quality In Prognosis Studies tool will be used to assess the quality of each included study. …”
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Enhanced extreme learning machine via competitive learning SSA (CL-SSA) for load capacity factor prediction by Nuriddin Tahir S Luoka, Wagdi M.S. Khalifa

“…This study advocates for the use of the ELM-CLSSA framework to improve the precision and reliability of load capacity factor prediction, offering a valuable tool for scientists and policymakers in their efforts to promote ecological conservation and combat climate change.…”
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A hyperspectral open-source imager (HOSI) by Jolyon Troscianko

“…Conclusions This system’s adaptability, cost-effectiveness and open-source nature position it as a valuable tool for researchers investigating the complex relationships between light, environment, behaviour, ecology and biodiversity, with further potential uses in many other fields.…”
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Genome characterization through dichotomic classes: An analysis of the whole chromosome 1 of A. thaliana by Enrico Properzi, Simone Giannerini, Diego Luis Gonzalez, Rodolfo Rosa

“…The present work confirms that the recent mathematical model of the genetic code is a new paradigm for understanding the management and the organization of genetic information and is an innovative tool for investigating informational aspects of error detection/correction mechanisms acting at the level of DNA replication.…”
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Different Approach on our Cells and the Use of CRISPR/Cas 9 Technology: Super Gene'ethic by Ayşenur Taşkaya, Ayşe Nur Akmeşe, Himmet Akkaya, Ece Demirel, Sümeyra Demir, Emine Kav, Şengül Koçer, Elif Senanur Yüksel, Pelin Bacak, Serap Karakaya, Mohammed Saleh Ameen Al Qadri, Hale Köksoy

“…Aims: CRISPR/Cas9, a revolutionary genome editing tool derived from a bacterial system, has transformed molecular biology research, enabling precise and versatile modifications to the genome. …”
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PharmaLLM: A Medicine Prescriber Chatbot Exploiting Open-Source Large Language Models by Ayesha Azam, Zubaira Naz, Muhammad Usman Ghani Khan

“…This research contributes to the advancement of medical informatics by offering a reliable, accessible web-based tool that benefits both patients and healthcare providers.…”
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