Applying deep learning for style transfer in digital art: enhancing creative expression through neural networks by Shijun Zhang, Yanling Qi, Jingqi Wu

“…The proposed model significantly improves content and style balance, with content and style loss values reduced by 15% compared to baseline models. The optimal configuration yields an SSIM score of 0.88 for medium style intensity, maintaining structural integrity while achieving stylistic effects. …”
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A cross-sectional analysis of dietary selenium intake and type 2 diabetes risk in adults: insights from NHANES 2011–2016 by Shenghui Ge, Baowen Yu, Xiao Yin, Deyue Kong, Yi Luo, Jianhua Ma, Wenqing Xia

“…ObjectiveWhile selenium exhibits antioxidant properties, its association with type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) remains controversial. …”
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The Effectiveness of High-Frequency Repetitive Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation on Patients with Neuropathic Orofacial Pain: A Systematic Review of Randomized Controlled Trials by Yingxiu Diao, Yuhua Xie, Jiaxin Pan, Manxia Liao, Hao Liu, Linrong Liao

“…Methods. We carefully screened and browsed 5 medical databases from inception to January 1, 2022. …”
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"Our interventions are still here to support communities during the pandemic": Resuming mass drug administration for neglected tropical diseases after COVID-19 implementation delay... by Tikhala Itaye, Sultani Hadley Matendechero, Jean Bosco Mbonigaba, Fikre Seife Gebretsadik, Tuduetso L Molefi, Gilbert Baayenda, Eugene Ruberanziza, Karsor K Kollie, January Zilabumba, Massitan Dembele, Kebede Deribe, Elia Muhima Adrien, Maria Rebollo Polo, Kikundi African NTD Program Managers Community of Practice

“…Using data from using online surveys and focus group discussions, this mixed-methods study sought perspectives from Ministry of Health NTD Program Managers and implementing partners from non-governmental organizations working in sub-Saharan Africa. …”
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RaNet: a residual attention network for accurate prostate segmentation in T2-weighted MRI by Muhammad Arshad, Chengliang Wang, Muhammad Wajeeh Us Sima, Jamshed Ali Shaikh, Salem Alkhalaf, Fahad Alturise

“…The MSAF enhances segmentation by dynamically focusing on key regions, refining feature selection and minimizing errors, while the FFM optimizes the handling of spatial hierarchies and varying object sizes, improving boundary delineation. …”
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Studies on the Hydrometallurgical Transfer of Lead, Copper, and Iron from Direct-to-Blister Copper Flash Smelting Slag to Solution Using L-Ascorbic Acid by Krzysztof Gargul, Arkadiusz Pawlik, Michał Stępień

“…An oxidizing agent in the form of perhydrol and citric acid with an oxidant were used as additives. Optimal process conditions were determined to achieve maximum lead leaching efficiency while maintaining relatively low leaching of copper and iron. …”
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Molecular Insights and Bioactive Spectrum of Vaccinium cyanococcus: Exploring its Role in Redox Balance, Immune Response, and Glucose Homeostasis by Shafia Arshad, Aisha Sethi, Rida Siddique, Usman Wajid, Amina Riaz, Maryam Zain, Farah Zafar, Asia Perveen, Faiza Irshad, Hafiz Muhammad Arsalan, Neelam Farheen

“…Conclusions: The study demonstrates that blueberry extracts hold significant therapeutic potential, particularly in the management of oxidative stress, inflammation, and diabetes. While methanolic extract performed better than ethanolic extract, further clinical studies are necessary to validate these findings and determine optimal dosages for disease management.…”
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The Impact of Maternal Nutrition Status on Maternal and Fetal Outcomes: A Prospective Observational Study by Shipra Singh, Vinita Gupta, Seema Rawal, Sachin Parmar, Soumitra Sethia, Ranjana Sharma

“…Overweight and obese women face complications, such as gestational diabetes, gestational hypertension, and macrosomia, while underweight women are at higher risk of conditions, like intrauterine growth restriction (IUGR), low birth weight, and anemia. …”
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Enhancing Emergency Response in Road Accidents: A Severity Prediction Framework Using RF-RFE and Deep Learning Model by Chaimaa Chaoura, Hajar Lazar, Zahi Jarir

“…The convolutional layers capture spatial patterns, while BiLSTM layers learn sequential dependencies. …”
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Digital study and correlation analysis of sagittal balance parameters in adolescents with idiopathic scoliosis: A comparative study with healthy adolescents. by Zhijie Kang, Guopeng Shi, Yunfeng Zhang, Feng Jin, Kai Zhang, Zhenhua Cao, Yong Zhu, Yangyang Xu, Yuan Fang, Lirong Sha, Bin Liu, Qi Yang, Yingying Jiang, Haiyan Wang, Xiaohe Li

“…<h4>Purpose</h4>This study aimed to compare sagittal spinal parameters between healthy adolescents and those with adolescent idiopathic scoliosis (AIS), identify factors influencing disease progression, and provide insights for optimizing preoperative assessments.<h4>Methods</h4>Sagittal full-spine radiographs from 40 healthy adolescents and 41 AIS patients (aged 10-18 years) were analyzed using Mimics 21.0 software. …”
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CD4+ cells mitochondrial membrane potential in mild and moderate asthma by Elena V. Kondratyeva, Tatyana I. Vitkina

“…A reduction in the total MMP results in a decline in the number of cells exhibiting very high MMP levels, while the number of cells with high and medium MMP levels increases. …”
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Purification, characterization, and anti-cancer activity of methionine gamma-lyase from a native strain of Pseudomonas mosselii for human cancer treatment by Matin Nasirian, Mohsen Mobini-Dehkordi, Pegah Khosravian

“…The enzyme displayed an activity of 61.16 U/mg and had a molecular weight of 48 kDa. Optimal activity was observed at a pH of 6 and temperatures ranging from 30 to 37℃. …”
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Assessment of the Effect of Rosemary on Tomato Preservation. by Nanyanzi,Teopista

“…Thus, there is a pressing need for sustainable and cost-effective preservation methods, such as the adoption of rosemary extract, which offers safer alternatives capable of extending the shelf life of tomatoes, especially in resource-limited settings. …”
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Analyzing the Effects of Transplanting and Direct Seeding on the Growth and Yields of Green Pepper. by Natukunda, Tracy

“…Understanding the effects of these two methods on green pepper growth and yields is crucial for optimizing production practices and ensuring a successful harvest.…”
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Design and Modellingof a Pneumatic Vice Machine by Talemwa, Prosper

“…The design focuses on optimizing the pneumatic actuator mechanism to ensure consistent performance under varying load conditions. …”
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Research on the Combined Load-Bearing Mechanism of Deeply Buried Pressure Pipelines Under High Internal Water Pressure by LIU Yijie, ZHANG Xuhui, HUANG Bensheng, YANG Fengjie, YUAN Mingdao, XU Yunqian

“…The mechanisms of load transfer and distribution within the pipeline's bearing system were elucidated, considering various influencing factors such as internal water pressure levels, interlayer gap between structural components, and the geological categories of the surrounding rock.MethodsThe bearing behavior of pressure pipes was simplified as a plane strain problem, and the stress and deformation fields were solved using the power series method of complex function theory. …”
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Embedding mental rehearsal in surgery: a comprehensive review of the evidence by Josephine Walshaw, Bright Huo, Paul Barach, Paul Barach, Paul Barach, Philippa Banks, Adam McClean, Florent Lebon, Faisal Mushtaq, David Jayne, Danilo Miskovic, Marina Yiasemidou, Marina Yiasemidou

“…Our aim was to assess MR's impact on both surgical education and clinical performance, while identifying the barriers to its routine adoption in surgical training.MethodsWe searched for relevant studies on the topic and impacts of MR in surgery using the Medline database up to December 2024. …”
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Investigating the relationship between the Khami reservoir horizon in the Chilingar and Garangan oilfields in the Southern Dezful Embayment using surface geochemistry by Bahram Alizadeh, Arman Salehipour Bavarsad

“…Abstract Understanding reservoir connectivity is critical for reducing exploration risk and optimizing field development. This study uses surface geochemistry techniques to investigate the relationship between the Khami reservoir horizon in the Chilingar and Garangan oilfields, located in the Southern Dezful Embayment. …”
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Effects of different grain types on nutrient apparent digestibility, glycemic responses, and fecal VFA content in weaned foals by Xinxin Huang, Qian Li, Xuanyue Li, Chao Li, Jiahao Li, Linjiao He, Hongxin Jing, Fan Yang, Xiaobin Li

“…Plasma glucose and glucagon levels were elevated in CG relative to OG and BG (P < 0.01), while the insulin/glucose ratio was highest in the BG. …”
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The effects of anterior spaces on the intrusion of mandibular incisors with clear aligners in extraction cases: a finite-element analysis by Lei Liang, Lu Liu, Yuan Cao, Zhiwei Wang, Ni Li, Yanjiao Li, Fang Jin

“…However, moderate spacing (0.60 mm) significantly enhanced the amount of intrusive displacement while reducing labiolingual displacements. With the introduction of space, the Von Mises stress within the periodontal ligament was distributed more evenly across the incisors. …”
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