Socio-demographic characteristics associated with SF-6D v2 utility scores in patients undergoing dialysis in China: contributions of the quantile regression by Ye Zhang, Li Yang, Zeyuan Chen

“…Quantile regression yielded more accurate fitted and predicted values compared to OLS regression. Conclusion Quantile regression offers a valuable complement in analyzing factors associated with utility scores among Chinese dialysis patients. …”
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Accuracy evaluation of API P-Y model for Offshore Piles in Clays by Peiyuan Lin, Xun Yuan, Tong Liu, Haoyi Li, Xiangwei Yu

“…The model accuracy is represented by a model factor defined as the ratio of measured to predicted values of soil resistance around the pile. Results showed that the API p-y model underestimates the true soil resistance by about 50 % on average. …”
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Superiority of pan-immune inflammation value, systemic inflammation index, and CALLY scores prognostic value for mortality of ischemic stroke patients followed in intensive care un... by Gülsüm Altuntaş, Rahmet Yıldırım, İsmail Demirel

“…ROC curves showed that PIV, SII, and CALLY exhibited good predictive values, with AUCs of 0.921, 0.887, and 0.930 (95% CI: 0.903–0.936, 0.855–0.896, 0.913–0.945; p < 0.001). …”
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Artificial intelligence and molecular dynamics assisted analysis of wear behavior of high entropy alloys by Ling Qiao, Junya Inoue, Jingchuan Zhu

“…The good agreement between the predicted values and the measured values demonstrated that the model exhibited superior prediction accuracy. …”
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Why AI is Essential for the Future of Islamic Education: A Call for Ethical and Effective Implementation by M. Sukron Djazilan, Afib Rulyansah, Jauharotur Rihlah

“… The integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Islamic-based elementary schools presents both opportunities and challenges in balancing hard skills and soft skills while preserving Islamic educational values. This qualitative case study explores how AI supports religious education, ethical development, and STEM learning in two Islamic schools in Gresik, East Java. …”
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Teledermatology by videoconference: Experience of a pilot project by Maurice Mars, Ncosa Dlova

“…The referring doctors found 59 (85.9%) of the consultations to be of educational value. No problems were noted in diagnosing lesions in dark-skinned patients. …”
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The Effect of Text to Image Artificial Intelligence on Vocabulary Development by Kübra Okumuş Dağdeler

“…These findings suggest that while text-to-image AI tools hold promise for enriching vocabulary instruction, careful implementation and tool refinement are necessary to maximize their educational value. …”
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From Greek paideia to modern educational systems: evidence for the need to integrate physical activity into academic settings by Oscar Fraile-Martinez, Oscar Fraile-Martinez, Cielo García-Montero, Cielo García-Montero, Marcos Fraile-Martinez, Marcos Fraile-Martinez, Leonel Pekarek, Leonel Pekarek, Silvestra Barrena-Blázquez, Silvestra Barrena-Blázquez, Laura López-González, Laura López-González, Miguel Angel Álvarez-Mon, Miguel Angel Álvarez-Mon, Tatiana Pekarek, Tatiana Pekarek, Carlos Casanova, Carlos Casanova, Melchor Álvarez-Mon, Melchor Álvarez-Mon, Miguel A. Saez, Miguel A. Saez, Raul Diaz, Raul Diaz, Miguel A. Ortega, Miguel A. Ortega

“…This review examines the educational value of paideia and the Greek gymnasium as fundamental historical antecedents for contemporary educational systems, exploring studies that support the need to place greater emphasis on physical activity and various models that can be implemented in the actual academic context. …”
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The geosites of Safi province (Marrakech-Safi region, Morocco): Inventory and assessment for geoconservation, geotourism, geoeducation, geoparks, and local sustainable development by Mustapha El Hamidy, Ezzoura Errami

“…A five-stage model, comprising a detailed description of the site, a scientific value (considered to be central), additional values, potential use value, and a synthesis allowing calculation of the tourist value and educational value as well as identification of the risks of degradation, is used for the quantitative assessment of geosites. …”
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The “Lieutenant Generation” and the Traditions of MGIMO-University by A. V. Shestopal

“…These studies have not only historical but also a great educational value, drawing a wide student response and inspiring youth to engage in cross-generation dialogue.…”
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The value of medical student hepatitis B immunisation as part of clinical skills training in the Clinical Skills Unit of the University of the Free State by E.A.M. Prinsloo, G. Joubert, L. de Bruyn, S. Adam, J. Botes

“…The aim of this study was to assess the students' perceptions regarding immunising their peers, being immunised by their peers and the educational value of this process. Methods: Medical students in Phase II of the MBChB programme were included in this observational descriptive study and participation was voluntary. …”
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Intralenticular gnathostomiasis: A rare parasitic invasion by Haripriya Aravind, Anahita Shroff, Anand Rajendran, Eliza Anthony

“…Purpose: To present the clinical, diagnostic, and surgical aspects of a unique case of intralenticular gnathostomiasis, providing educational value to ophthalmologists, parasitologists, and primary care physicians. …”
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Virtual reality for experiential learning: enhancing agitation management skills, confidence, and empathy in healthcare students by Gabrielle Wann Nii Tay, Mian Mian Tong, John Yap, Hon Keat Mak, Shawn Yong Shian Goh, Cyrus Su Hui Ho

“…In addition, participants responded positively to all aspects of the VRAM software, underscoring its usability and educational value. These findings highlight the potential of integrating immersive VR technology with traditional pedagogical methods to transform healthcare education by fostering deeper engagement, enhancing clinical competence, and ultimately improving patient outcomes.…”
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Optimization of Anthocyanin Extraction from Purple Sweet Potato Peel (<i>Ipomea batata</i>) Using Sonotrode Ultrasound-Assisted Extraction by Raquel Lucas-González, Mirian Pateiro, Rubén Domínguez-Valencia, Celia Carrillo, José M. Lorenzo

“…Optimal extraction conditions were 6 min with 60% ethanol at a 30 mL/g ratio. Predicted values were validated experimentally (coefficient of variation <10%). …”
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Design and Parameter Optimization of Drum Pick-Up Machine Based on Archimedean Curve by Caichao Liu, Feng Wu, Fengwei Gu, Man Gu, Jingzhan Ni, Weiweng Luo, Jiayong Pei, Mingzhu Cao, Bing Wang

“…Field tests were carried out with the same parameters, and the picking rate was 91.42% and the soil content was 3.567%, with errors of 0.038% and 0.054% compared with the predicted values, indicating that the stone picker meets the field operation requirements. …”
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Analysis of Vulnerability of the Population of the Sary-Dzhas Natural Plague Focus in Kyrgyzstan by G. E. Sarieva, R. Kh. Yusupov, G. Dzh. Bazarkanova, R. K. Maimulov, N. K. Moldakunova, N. N. Bekbolotova

“…The index of epidemiological risk in the territory of the Sary-Dzhas focus in 2024 significantly exceeds the predicted values in 14 out of 40 sectors due to the intensive development of tourism. …”
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Discriminatory Value and Validation of a Risk Prediction Model Based on Serum Cytokines in Pediatric Acute Appendicitis: A Single-Center Experience of 483 Cases by Jiajia Zhou, Guobin Liu, Xiaofeng Song, Quan Kang

“…IL-6, IL-8, and IL-10, on their own, had high predictive values for CA in children. Independent risk factors for CA were age, IL-10, and IFN-γ. …”
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Assessment of index value performance of enzyme immunoassay test in predicting the diagnosis of human brucellosis by Ayfer Bakir, Mustafa Mustafa, Sema Alacam, Ali Korhan Sig, Nurten Bekiroglu, Mehmet Tevfik Yavuz

“…By ROC analysis of 117 patients, when the IgM index value was determined to be 2.44, the sensitivity, specificity, positive and negative predictive values were 85.7%, 71.4%, 60%, and 90.9%, respectively, and when the IgG index 7.85 was determined, these values were 85.7%, 53.7%, 36.7%, and 92.3%, respectively was detected. …”
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Effective bromate removal from water utilizing ZIF-67 and ZIF-67/GO nanocomposites: Optimization and mechanism analysis by Alaa El Din Mahmoud, Rominder Suri

“…A strong correlation was observed between experimental and predicted values. GO enhanced BrO3− removal not only through synergistic interactions with ZIF-67 but also by improving dispersion and providing additional functional groups that facilitate electrostatic interactions and adsorption. …”
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Fabrication, Mechanical and Wear Properties of Aluminum (Al6061)-Silicon Carbide-Graphite Hybrid Metal Matrix Composites by Shivakumar Gouda, G. B. Veeresh Kumar, R. Pramod, N. D. Prasanna, H. S. Balasubramanya, S. M. Aradhya

“…The sliding wear resistance was noticed to be improved concerning higher amounts of reinforcement leading to a decrease in delamination and adhesive wear. The predicted values for the wear rate have also been compared with the experimental results and good correlation is obtained. …”
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