AI-assisted cervical cytology precancerous screening for high-risk population in resource-limited regions using a compact microscope by Jiaxin Bai, Ning Li, Hua Ye, Xu Li, Li Chen, Junbo Hu, Baochuan Pang, Xiaodong Chen, Gong Rao, Qinglei Hu, Shijie Liu, Si Sun, Cheng Li, Xiaohua Lv, Shaoqun Zeng, Jing Cai, Shenghua Cheng, Xiuli Liu

“…Using consumer-grade electronic hardware and aspherical lenses, we design an ultra-low-cost and compact microscope. Given the microscope’s low resolution, which hinders accurate identification of lesion cells in cervical samples, we train a coarse instance classifier to screen and extract feature sequences of the top 200 instances containing potential lesions from a slide. …”
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Precise identification of viral–host integration events in HPV-positive cervical cancers by targeted long-read sequencing by Preetiparna Parida, Nivedita Mukherjee, Agastya Singh, Shirley Lewis, Krishna Sharan, Sandeep Mallya, Ashima Singh, Surya Sarathi Das, Mahadev Rao, Daniel S. Higginson, Radhakrishnan Sabarinathan, Rama Rao Damerla

“…Our approach also reduced the cost of HPV integration detection by 90 % compared to WGS while also minimizing sequencing data volume. …”
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Optimized Physiological Monitoring System for COVID-19 Using VLC-Based 3D Localization and Markov Chain Analysis by Eduardo Viera Riquelme, Diego Alonso Candia, Ismael Soto, Carolina Lagos, Pablo Palacios Jativa, Raul Carrasco, Cesar Azurdia Meza, Ivan Sanchez

“…The analysis revealed that optimal PSO parameters (<inline-formula> <tex-math notation="LaTeX">$c_{1} = 1.9$ </tex-math></inline-formula>, <inline-formula> <tex-math notation="LaTeX">$c_{2} = 2.1$ </tex-math></inline-formula>, and <inline-formula> <tex-math notation="LaTeX">$w = 0.8$ </tex-math></inline-formula>) significantly improved positioning accuracy, with 700 to 1100 particles providing the best trade-off between precision and computational cost. Additionally, the system successfully measured and calibrated cough frequency, respiratory rate, and oxygen saturation (SpO2) using MEMS sensors. …”
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Direct-acting Anticoagulants in Chronic Coronary Syndromes by Emmanuel Sorbets, Philippe Gabriel Steg

“…This benefit was at the cost of an increase in non-fatal bleeding.…”
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Optimal Localization of the Foramen Ovale for Transseptal Puncture Using the Vertebral Body Units by Dong Hoon Kang, Sung Eun Park, Jong Woo Kim, Seong Ho Moon, Ho Jeong Cha, Jong Hwa Ahn, Joung Hun Byun

“…No reports have analyzed the use of the foramen ovale position to effectively guide transseptal punctures on chest X-rays or computed tomography scout views, which are more cost-effective approaches to safely and effectively guide the procedure. …”
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Situation of Rabies in Ethiopia: A Five-Year Retrospective Study of Human Rabies in Addis Ababa and the Surrounding Regions by Mesfin Aklilu, Wogayehu Tadele, Amelework Alemu, Sintayehu Abdela, Garuma Getahun, Alemnesh Hailemariam, Yirgalem Tadesse, Gutu Kitila, Endalkachew Birhanu, Ibsa Fli, Abebe Getachew, Yimer Mulugeta

“…Mechanisms must be sought to reduce the cost of PEP and means of obtaining funds so as to initiate timely treatment for rabies exposed individuals of low socioeconomic status. …”
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Surfactants Adsorption onto Algerian Rock Reservoir for Enhanced Oil Recovery Applications: Prediction and Optimization Using Design of Experiments, Artificial Neural Networks, and... by Kahina Imene Benramdane, Mohamed El Moundhir Hadji, Mohamed Khodja, Nadjib Drouiche, Bruno Grassl, Seif El Islam Lebouachera

“…Unlike traditional data acquisition methods, this approach enables a methodical and structured exploration of adsorption behavior while reducing the number of required experiments, leading to improved prediction accuracy, optimization, and cost-effectiveness. The modeling is based on three key parameters: surfactant type (SDS and EOR ASP 5100), concentration, and temperature. …”
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Dual Task Interference in Young, Middle-Age and Older Adults During Different Functional Mobility Tasks: A Cross Sectional Study by Tamara R. L. P. Tolotti, Ana Paula O. Barbosa, João Vítor E. H. Szortyka, Adriana T. de Lemos, Felipe de S. Stigger

“…The DTE was calculated, and patterns of dual-task cost were analyzed across all task conditions. …”
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Effect of virtual reality training on dual-task performance in older adults: a systematic review and meta-analysis by Xiaoyu Wei, Chun Huang, Xinyue Ding, Zhining Zhou, Yufeng Zhang, Xiaofan Feng, Suwang Zheng, Tingting Li, Jiaojiao Lü

“…Inclusion criteria required comparisons between VR training and non-VR control groups, with outcome measures including dual-task cost (DTC), dual-task timed up-and-go (DT-TUG), DT gait parameters (speed, stride length, cadence), and DT cognitive performance. …”
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Estimating of ecological service value for different wetland types based on multi-source data fusion in Ningxia Plain by BO Xiaoyan, MI Wenbao, XU Hao, DONG Jun

“…Mathematic and economic methods were applied, including market value method, carbon tax rate method, shadow project method, development phase coefficient, travel cost method and result parameter method. In order to avoid repeated calculation, wetland ecosystem services were divided into ultimate services and were further used as the gross value of ecosystem services for the wetland.The results showed that in 2014, the total ecosystem service value of wetlands in Ningxia Plain was about 228.22×10⁸ Yuan RMB, accounting for 15% of gross domestic product in Ningxia Plain area, and the middle service value was 125.69×10⁸ Yuan RMB. …”
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Experiment on physical and mechanical properties of tomato seedling pot for automatic vegetable transplanter by Liang Xifeng, Cai Yangyang, Wang Yongwei

“…However, there are some shortcomings in the traditional manual transplanting, such as high labor intensity, low productivity, poor quality and high cost. It is necessary to do some researches on the vegetable transplanters to adapt to the requirements of the mechanization of agricultural production. …”
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A simplified hydroxyurea dosing approach for paediatric sickle cell anaemia in nigeria: addressing emergency care burden and adherence barriers in low-resource settings by Chisom Nri-Ezedi, Nwanneka Ugwu, Arinze Ulasi, Thomas Obiajulu Ulasi

“…Hydroxyurea has proven effective in reducing SCA complications by increasing foetal haemoglobin, but its use in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs) remains limited due to cost, need for regular laboratory monitoring, and concerns about safety. …”
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Impact of a pain education program for people with spinal cord injury who experience neuropathic pain by Nicholas P. Cherup, Kimberly D. Anderson, Marlon L. Wong, Gabriel E. Fernandez, Linda E. Robayo, Kathryn Roach, Roberta Vastano, Eva Widerstrom-Noga, Eva Widerstrom-Noga

“…Future research should continue to develop and individually tailor such programs in this population, as these approaches are low-cost and easily accessible.…”
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3-D-Printed Two-Dielectric Rectangular Waveguide TE&#x2081;&#x2080;&#x2013;TE&#x2082;&#x2080; Mode Converter by German Torregrosa-Penalva, Benjamin Potelon, Paula Viudes-Perez, Hector Garcia-Martinez, Enrique Bronchalo, Ernesto Avila-Navarro, Cedric Quendo

“…The converter is formed by a single &#x2018;V&#x2019; shaped two-dielectric compact solid that can be scaled according to the frequency of operation and to fit inside the targeted RW section. It is a very low-cost light structure easy to fabricate compared to conventional alternatives of mode converters. …”
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Robotic Revolution in Thyroid Surgery: An Umbrella Review of Clinical Outcomes by Si‐Yue Yin, Ping‐Ting Zhou, Zi‐Hui Xie, Chuan‐Lu Shen, Fen‐Fen Li, Bing‐Yu Liang, Yi‐Pin Yang, Zi‐Yue Fu, Jian‐Peng Wang, Yan‐Xun Han, Shan‐Wen Chen, Cong‐Jun Zhang, Ye‐Hai Liu, Yi Zhao, Yu‐Chen Liu

“…Conclusion Robotic surgery choices should balance benefits, costs, and patient needs. As technology and skills improve, efficiency and cost‐effectiveness may increase, expanding its clinical role.…”
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Diagnostic methods for extra-temporal neocortical focal epilepsies: present and future Métodos diagnósticos das epilepsias focais neocorticais extratemporais: presente e futuro by Ricardo André Amorim Leite, Maria Concépcion Garcia Otaduy, Gilson Edmar Gonçalves e Silva, Maria Lúcia Brito Ferreira, Maria de Fátima Vasco Aragão

“…However, when the results of these exams are contradictory, some patients need invasive techniques, as the intra-cranial video-EEG, using deep electrodes, sub-dural strip and grid, that are associated with increased diagnostic cost and risk of complications, as cerebral hemorrhages and intra-cranial infections. …”
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Interventions to Improve Quality of Life and Knowledge in Hypersensitivity PneumonitisTake-home Points by Kerri I. Aronson, MD, Nancy Holbrook, MD, Armani Edgar, BS, Michaela R. Anderson, MD, Jamuna K. Krishnan, MD, Robert J. Kaner, MD, Anna J. Podolanczuk, MD, Fernando J. Martinez, MD, Jonathan N. Tobin, PhD, Monika M. Safford, MD

“…Perceived barriers to referring patients to a virtually delivered behavioral intervention included time constraints, availability and access for all patients, cost and reimbursement, and difficulty with technology. …”
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A Simulated Annealing for Heterogenous Fleet Vehicle Routing Problem with Multiple Trips and Pickup-Delivery by Firda Nur Rizkiani, Rosmala Sari, Arif Imran

“…Kata kunci: Jaringan Distribusi, Vehicle Routing Problem, Heterogeneous Fleet Vehicle Routing Problem with Multiple Trips and Pickup and Delivery, Savings Matrix, Nearest Neighbor, Simulated Annealing   ABSTRACT One of the most critical issues in Supply Chain Management (SCM) is the design of distribution networks that substantially affects the total cost. Designing optimal vehicle route plan is the most common issue in distribution. …”
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Population-Based Digital Health Interventions to Deliver at-Home COVID-19 Testing: SCALE-UP II Randomized Clinical Trial by Guilherme Del Fiol, Tatyana V Kuzmenko, Brian Orleans, Jonathan J Chipman, Tom Greene, Ray Meads, Kimberly A Kaphingst, Bryan Gibson, Kensaku Kawamoto, Andy J King, Tracey Siaperas, Shlisa Hughes, Alan Pruhs, Courtney Pariera Dinkins, Cho Y Lam, Joni H Pierce, Ryzen Benson, Emerson P Borsato, Ryan C Cornia, Leticia Stevens, Richard L Bradshaw, Chelsey R Schlechter, David W Wetter

“…Digital health interventions based on automated bidirectional SMS text messaging are a simple, scalable, and low-cost strategy to offer access to at-home COVID-19 testing. …”
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An Amorphous (Al_0.12Ga_0.88)₂O₃ Deep Ultraviolet Photodetector by Shu-Bai Liu, Shoou-Jinn Chang, Sheng-Po Chang, Chia-Hsun Chen

“…These results suggest the fabricated amorphous deep UV (Al_0.12Ga_0.88)₂O₃ photodetector herein indicate a cost-effective solution for developing DUV photodetector applications.…”
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