Prediction of alkali-silica reaction expansion of concrete using explainable machine learning methods by Yasitha Alahakoon, Hirushan Sajindra, Ashen Krishantha, Janaka Alawatugoda, Imesh U. Ekanayake, Upaka Rathnayake

“…This research holds significant value for the construction industry, as accurately predicting ASR expansion can lead to optimized material usage and improved structural performance.…”
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Application of machine learning for predicting the incubation period of water droplet erosion in metals by Khaled AlHammad, Mamoun Medraj, Moussa Tembely

“…Hyperparameter optimization techniques showed minimal improvement in model performance, suggesting that the transformations effectively captured the underlying relationships in the data. …”
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FPA-based weighted average ensemble of deep learning models for classification of lung cancer using CT scan images by Liang Zhou, Achin Jain, Arun Kumar Dubey, Sunil K. Singh, Neha Gupta, Arvind Panwar, Sudhakar Kumar, Turki A. Althaqafi, Varsha Arya, Wadee Alhalabi, Brij B. Gupta

“…Abstract Cancer is among the most dangerous diseases contributing to rising global mortality rates. …”
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Experimental Study on the Unsteady Characteristics and the Impact Performance of a High-Pressure Submerged Cavitation Jet by Yongfei Yang, Wei Li, Weidong Shi, Ling Zhou, Wenquan Zhang

“…The impact load of the cavitation jet is mainly affected by the stand-off distance of the nozzle from the impinged target, while the nozzle outlet geometry also has an effect on the impact performance. Optimizing the stand-off distance and the outlet geometry of the nozzles is found to be a good way to improve the performance of the cavitation jet.…”
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Association of MTHFR Polymorphisms with H-Type Hypertension: A Systemic Review and Network Meta-Analysis of Diagnostic Test Accuracy by Yixuan Kong, Jinghui Zheng, Lijuan Li, Liying Lu, Jie Wang

“…A network meta-analysis of diagnostic test and Thakkinstian’s algorithm were used to select the most appropriate genetic model, along with false-positive report probability (FPRP) for noteworthy associations. …”
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SiCRNN: A Siamese Approach for Sleep Apnea Identification via Tracheal Microphone Signals by Davide Lillini, Carlo Aironi, Lucia Migliorelli, Leonardo Gabrielli, Stefano Squartini

“…The final detection of <i>apnea</i> events is performed using an unsupervised clustering algorithm, specifically <i>k-means</i>. Multiple experimental runs were carried out to determine the optimal network configuration and the most suitable type and frequency range for the input data. …”
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RuleKit2: Faster and simpler rule learning by Adam Gudyś, Cezary Maszczyk, Joanna Badura, Adam Grzelak, Marek Sikora, Łukasz Wróbel

“…Here we present its second version. New algorithms and optimized implementations of those previously included, significantly improved the computational performance of our suite, reducing the analysis time of some data sets by two orders of magnitude. …”
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Enhanced identification of Morganella spp. using MALDI-TOF mass spectrometry by Mathilde Duque, Cécile Emeraud, Rémy A. Bonnin, Quentin Giai-Gianetto, Laurent Dortet, Alexandre Godmer

“…Methods: We applied Machine Learning (ML) algorithms to a collection of 235 clinicial Morganella spp. strains to develop an optimized identification model. …”
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Automated Body Condition Scoring in Dairy Cows Using 2D Imaging and Deep Learning by Reagan Lewis, Teun Kostermans, Jan Wilhelm Brovold, Talha Laique, Marko Ocepek

“…The study recommends improvements in algorithmic feature extraction, dataset expansion, and multi-view integration to enhance accuracy. …”
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Mapping Polyclonal HIV-1 Antibody Responses via Next-Generation Neutralization Fingerprinting. by Nicole A Doria-Rose, Han R Altae-Tran, Ryan S Roark, Stephen D Schmidt, Matthew S Sutton, Mark K Louder, Gwo-Yu Chuang, Robert T Bailer, Valerie Cortez, Rui Kong, Krisha McKee, Sijy O'Dell, Felicia Wang, Salim S Abdool Karim, James M Binley, Mark Connors, Barton F Haynes, Malcolm A Martin, David C Montefiori, Lynn Morris, Julie Overbaugh, Peter D Kwong, John R Mascola, Ivelin S Georgiev

“…Here, we present next-generation NFP algorithms that substantially improve prediction accuracy for individual donors and enable serologic analysis for entire cohorts. …”
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Machine Learning-Based Prediction of Feed Conversion Ratio: A Feasibility Study of Using Short-Term FCR Data for Long-Term Feed Conversion Ratio (FCR) Prediction by Xidi Yang, Liangyu Zhu, Wenyu Jiang, Yiting Yang, Mailin Gan, Linyuan Shen, Li Zhu

“…Feed conversion ratio (FCR) is a critical indicator of production efficiency in livestock husbandry. Improving FCR is essential for optimizing resource utilization and enhancing productivity. …”
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Characterization of Irrigated Rice Cultivation Cycles and Classification in Brazil Using Time Series Similarity and Machine Learning Models with Sentinel Imagery by Andre Dalla Bernardina Garcia, Ieda Del’Arco Sanches, Victor Hugo Rohden Prudente, Kleber Trabaquini

“…The processing of input data and exploratory analysis were performed using a clustering algorithm based on Dynamic Time Warping (DTW), with K-means applied to the time series. …”
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Enhancing stone matrix asphalt performance with sugarcane bagasse ash: Mechanical properties and machine learning-based predictions using XGBoost and random forest by Hamed Khani Sanij, Rezvan Babagoli, Reza Mohammadi Elyasi

“…The results revealed that the inclusion of 6 % SCBA yielded the most favorable outcomes. Marshall Stability increased significantly (up to 9.4 kN), ITS improved to 943 kPa, and moisture susceptibility was enhanced, demonstrating a higher tensile strength ratio compared to the control mixture. …”
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On the academic ideology of “Sorting the gangue is sorting the images” by Hongwei MA, Ye ZHANG, Peng WANG, Xiangang CAO, Zhen NIE, Xiaorong WEI, Wenjian ZHOU, Mingzhen ZHANG

“…Coal gangue sorting is the most basic, effective, and important technical measure to improve coal quality. …”
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Measurement Techniques for Highly Dynamic and Weak Space Targets Using Event Cameras by Haonan Liu, Ting Sun, Ye Tian, Siyao Wu, Fei Xing, Haijun Wang, Xi Wang, Zongyu Zhang, Kang Yang, Guoteng Ren

“…In the target denoising phase, we fully consider the characteristics of space targets’ motion trajectories and optimize a classical spatiotemporal correlation filter, thereby significantly improving the signal-to-noise ratio for weak targets. …”
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Machine learning-based integration develops relapse related signature for predicting prognosis and indicating immune microenvironment infiltration in breast cancer by Junyi Li, Shixin Li, Dongpo Zhang, Yibing Zhu, Yue Wang, Xiaoxiao Xing, Juefei Mo, Yong Zhang, Daixiang Liao, Jun Li

“…To address these limitations, this study systematically analyzed RNA-seq high-throughput data and combined 10 machine learning algorithms to construct 117 models. The optimal algorithm combination, StepCox[both] and ridge regression, was identified, and an immune-related gene signature (IRGS) composed of 12 genes was developed. …”
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Development and validation of a quick screening tool for predicting neck pain patients benefiting from spinal manipulation: a machine learning study by Changxiao Han, Guangyi Yang, Haibao Wen, Minrui Fu, Bochen Peng, Bo Xu, Xunlu Yin, Ping Wang, Liguo Zhu, Minshan Feng

“…Results The combined LASSO and Boruta algorithms identified nine optimal predictors, with the union feature set achieving superior performance. …”
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Medical Device Failure Predictions Through AI-Driven Analysis of Multimodal Maintenance Records by Noorul Husna Abd Rahman, Khairunnisa Hasikin, Nasrul Anuar Abd Razak, Ayman Khallel Al-Ani, D. Jerline Sheebha Anni, Prabu Mohandas

“…Based on the performance evaluation, the Ensemble Classifier is further optimized and demonstrates improved accuracy of 88.80&#x0025;, specificity of 94.41&#x0025;, recall of 88.82&#x0025;, precision of 88.46&#x0025;, and F1 Score of 88.84&#x0025;. …”
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A Clinically Interpretable Approach for Early Detection of Autism Using Machine Learning With Explainable AI by Oishi Jyoti, Hafsa Binte Kibria, Zareen Tasnim Pear, Md Nahiduzzaman, Md. Faysal Ahamed, Khandaker Reajul Islam, Jaya Kumar, Muhammad E. H. Chowdhury

“…SHAP are also illustrated to improve model interpretability by highlighting the most influential features, thereby aiding physician understanding. …”
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Electrophysiological changes in the acute phase after deep brain stimulation surgery by Lucia K. Feldmann, Diogo Coutinho Soriano, Jeroen Habets, Valentina D'Onofrio, Jonathan Kaplan, Varvara Mathiopoulou, Katharina Faust, Gerd-Helge Schneider, Doreen Gruber, Georg Ebersbach, Hayriye Cagnan, Andrea A. Kühn

“…Background: With the introduction of sensing-enabled deep brain stimulation devices, characterization of long-term biomarker dynamics is of growing importance for treatment optimization. The microlesion effect is a well-known phenomenon of transient clinical improvement in the acute post-operative phase. …”
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