A dataset of ground-based vertical profile observations of aerosol, NO₂, and HCHO from the hyperspectral vertical remote sensing network in China (2019–2023) by P. Jiao, C. Xing, Y. Li, X. Ji, W. Tan, Q. Li, H. Liu, C. Liu, C. Liu, C. Liu, C. Liu

“…However, existing technological limitations and costs have resulted in a scarcity of vertical profile data. …”
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Isolation and characterization of a novel bacteriophage ST1749 and its effectiveness against Vibrio parahaemolyticus and Salmonella spp by Truong Thi Bich Van, Nguyen Thi Loan Anh, Van-Thanh Vo, Nguyen Pham Anh Thi

“…These advantages include rapid clearance of pathogens, self-propagation at the infection site, host specificity, potential for genetic modification, ease of isolation, stability, and low production costs. This study isolated a bacteriophage from shrimp pond wastewater in the Mekong Delta region. …”
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Integrating drone technology in sustainable agriculture: Precision environmental monitoring and resource management by Takhumova Oksana, Pustuev Andrey, Eiryan Nikolay, Sarsadskikh Anastasia, Rykalina Olga

“…In parallel, drones can foster social and economic sustainability by lowering production costs and promoting equitable access to knowledge. …”
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Deep Learning-Based Performance Prediction of Electric Submersible Pumps Under Viscous and Gas–Liquid Flow Conditions by Haiwen Zhu, Hong Yu, Qiang Sun, Qiuchen Wang, Haorong Jing, Rakhymzhan Abdikadyrov

“…Furthermore, a pump testing methodology is introduced to significantly reduce testing costs while maintaining a high prediction accuracy. …”
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Advancing the human right to health in cancer care through drug repurposing strategies by Nahida Sakis, Michelle Slone, Nadav Michaan, Shamgar Ben-Eliyahu

“…Drug repurposing, especially with off-patent medications, offers significant advantages, including reduced costs, shortened timelines for clinical implementation, and enhanced approval success rates compared to new drug development. …”
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Simulation Modeling As a Tool of Decision Support During Reorganization of the Diagnostic Department of a Multidisciplinary Hospital by V. A. Molodov, A. I. Maksimov, I. V. Kiselevskaya-Babinina, V. Y. Kiselevskaya-Babinina, N. A. Karasyov, I. A. Tyrov

“…However, such actions are very costly and do not always give the desired result. …”
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Numerical Model for Studying the Properties of a New Friction Damper Developed Based on the Shell with a Helical Cut by Andrii Velychkovych, Vasyl Mykhailiuk, Andriy Andrusyak

“…Friction dampers based on the effects of dry friction are attractive to engineers because of their simple design, low manufacturing and maintenance costs, and high efficiency under heavy loads. This study proposes a new damper design based on an open shell with a deformable filler, with the shell cut along a cylindrical helical line. …”
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Ex vivo oral biofilm model for rapid screening of antimicrobial agents including natural cranberry polyphenols by Guy R. Adami, Wei Li, Stefan J. Green, Elissa M. Kim, Christine D. Wu

“…Clinical trials for oral specific anti-bacterials are costly and often provide inconclusive results. The simple approach of ex vivo testing of these agents has not demonstrated utility, likely due to variability of effects observed even with a single donor. …”
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Biochar-Based Fertilizers: Advancements, Applications, and Future Directions in Sustainable Agriculture—A Review by Peiyu Luo, Weikang Zhang, Dan Xiao, Jiajing Hu, Na Li, Jinfeng Yang

“…However, challenges such as production costs, variability in efficacy across different soil types, and the need for further optimization in formulation and application remain. …”
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Solar Energy Solutions for Healthcare in Rural Areas of Developing Countries: Technologies, Challenges, and Opportunities by Surafel Kifle Teklemariam, Rachele Schiasselloni, Luca Cattani, Fabio Bozzoli

“…Beyond healthcare, it reduces greenhouse gas emissions, lowers operational costs, and enhances community resilience. To address this issue, the paper reviews critical solar energy technologies, energy storage systems, challenges of energy access, and successful solar energy implementations in rural healthcare systems, providing strategic recommendations to overcome adoption challenges. …”
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YOLOv8-TEA: Recognition Method of Tender Shoots of Tea Based on Instance Segmentation Algorithm by Wenbo Wang, Yidan Xi, Jinan Gu, Qiuyue Yang, Zhiyao Pan, Xinzhou Zhang, Gongyue Xu, Man Zhou

“…However, due to the diverse growth postures of tender shoots and complex growth environments in tea plants, traditional tea picking machines are unable to precisely select the tender shoots, and the picking of high-end and premium tea still relies on manual labor, resulting in low efficiency and high costs. To address these issues, an instance segmentation algorithm named YOLOv8-TEA is proposed. …”
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RT-4M: Real-Time Mosaicing Manager for Manual Microscopy System by Nobuhito Mori, Yoshihiro Miyazaki, Tatsuya Oda, Yasuyuki S. Kida

“…., high-resolution digital images of biological samples, is expensive, and existing manual methods often suffer from stitching errors and additional reimaging costs. To address these issues, we propose a real-time mosaicing manager for manual microscopy (RT-4M) that performs real-time stitching and allows users to preview slides during imaging using existing manual microscopy systems, thereby reducing the need for reimaging. …”
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A Physicochemical Stability Study of Pembrolizumab Vial Leftovers: Let Us Stop Pouring Good Money Down the Drain by Alexandra Porlier, Pierre-Yves Gagnon, Valérie Chénard, Marc Veillette, Nicolas Bertrand, Caroline Duchaine, Chantale Simard, Benoît Drolet

“…Thus, appreciable amounts of this costly product are wasted. Objective: To evaluate the physical, chemical and microbiological stability of pembrolizumab vial leftovers stored at room temperature or at 4 °C, 7 and 14 days after first vial puncturing. …”
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Expression analysis of plasma extracellular vesicle associated candidate MiRNAs in endometriosis using integrative bioinformatics and experiential data by Samaneh Alsadat Sadati, Zahra Chekini, Faezeh Shekari, Maryam Hafezi, Azadeh Ghaheri, Maryam Shahhoseini, Ashraf Moini, Reza Aflatonian, Mehdi Totonchi, Parvaneh Afsharian

“…Abstract Laparoscopy is the gold standard for diagnosing endometriosis; however, it is an invasive and costly method. Recent studies offer a non-invasive approach based on extracellular vesicle miRNA. …”
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Exploring the Correlation Between Interatomic Bonding and Corrosion Resistance of Metallic Alloys via Combinatorial Method by Liwei Hu, Fucheng Li, Weijie Xie, Chao Wang, Mingxing Li, Gang Wang, Yanhui Liu

“…Abstract Developing metallic alloys with excellent corrosion resistance is of great significance for ensuring the long‐term integrity and reliability of materials in various demanding environments, thereby extending their service life and reducing maintenance costs. However, the corrosion of alloys is a complicated process influenced by many factors, such as composition, structure and surface finishing, and corrosion media. …”
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Enhancing Immunoglobulin G Goat Colostrum Determination Using Color-Based Techniques and Data Science by Manuel Betancor-Sánchez, Marta González-Cabrera, Antonio Morales-delaNuez, Lorenzo E. Hernández-Castellano, Anastasio Argüello, Noemí Castro

“…Traditional laboratory methods used to measure IgG concentrations, such as ELISA or RID, are reliable but costly and impractical for many farmers. This study proposes a more accessible alternative for farmers to predict IgG concentration in goat colostrum by integrating color-based techniques with machine learning models, specifically decision trees and neural networks, through the development of two regression models based on colostrum color data from Majorera dairy goats. …”
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Study on Energy‐Saving and Emission Reduction Solutions for the Bearing Heating System of Offshore Wind Turbines: A Case Study of General Electric's Offshore Wind Power Assembly Ba... by Huanrui Liang, Xiaoa Huang, Faquan Chen, Jiayang Wu, Leying Deng, Youxin Huang

“…The projected outcomes of these interventions are a reduction in electricity costs by 127.83 yuan, a decrease in carbon emissions by 90.41 kg, and a substantial reduction in heat loss. …”
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Advancing Agricultural Machinery Maintenance: Deep Learning-Enabled Motor Fault Diagnosis by Xusong Bai, Qian Chen, Xiangjin Song, Weihang Hong

“…The integration of DL-based fault detection systems into agricultural machinery not only enhances diagnostic accuracy but also reduces maintenance costs and downtime. However, challenges remain in implementing these systems, including data acquisition limitations, computational resource requirements, and algorithm adaptability to diverse operational conditions. …”
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The symbiosis of robotics, enabling technology and minimally invasive surgery1 by Katherine M. Bunch, MD, MS, Garret P. Greeneway, MD, Darius S. Ansari, MD, Chetan Patel, MD, Eric W. Nottmeier, MD, Karthik H.S. Madhavan, MD, Stephen M. Pirris, MD, Andrew A. Sama, MD, Nathaniel P. Brooks, MD

“…Similarly, given the enormous economic and opportunity costs associated with the research and development of novel technologies, these efforts must be refined to address existing needs and infrastructure gaps. …”
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A web-based machine learning framework for building energy efficiency prediction by B.S.S.V. Ramana, S. Chanikya Kumar, N. Bharath Kumar, Attuluri R. Vijay Babu

“…Energy efficiency in buildings is crucial for advancing sustainability and minimizing operational costs. This paper presents a web-based machine learning framework for estimating heating and cooling loads using static design parameters. …”
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