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2HR-Net VSLAM: Robust visual SLAM based on dual high-reliability feature matching in dynamic environments
Visual Simultaneous Localization and Mapping (VSLAM) is the key technology for autonomous navigation of mobile robots. However, feature-based VSLAM systems still face two major challenges in dynamic c...
Dynamic impact of E-WOM and green discourse on green hotel supply chain performance with time lag effect
This paper investigates a signal online channel green hotel supply chain comprising a green small and medium-sized hospitality enterprise (GSMHE) responsible for offline electronic Word-of-Mouth (e-WO...
Optimization of applied loads for assessing load-velocity relationship during back squat
Purpose This study aimed to identify the lightest load to validate the load-velocity (L-V) relationship in the back squat using the modified multiple-point (a lower highest load compared to the standa...
Vericiguat reduces atrial fibrillation recurrence by alleviating myocardial fibrosis via the TGF-β1/Smad2/3 pathway
Atrial fibrillation (AF) and heart failure (HF) are mutually reinforcing, and the prognosis for both diseases is poor. Vericiguat is the first oral soluble guanylate cyclase (sGC) stimulator to be app...
The challenges of replication: A worked example of methods reproducibility using electronic health record data
Objective The ability to reproduce the work of others is an essential part of the scientific disciplines. Replicating observational studies using electronic health record (EHR) data can be challenging...
Enhancing online interaction through avatar-based dialogue systems utilizing the approaching movement
The rise in online interactions has introduced multiple challenges, including confusion during virtual meetings and fatigue associated with prolonged video conferencing. To address these issues, this...
Targeted modulation of MMP9 and GRP78 via molecular interaction and in silico profiling of Curcuma caesia rhizome metabolites: A computational drug discovery approach for cancer therapy
Cancer remains a leading cause of mortality worldwide, with conventional therapies showing limited efficacy and high toxicity. The increasing incidence and therapeutic resistance necessitate alternati...
Indicator from the graph Laplacian of stock market time series cross-sections can precisely determine the durations of market crashes
Stock market crashes are believed to occur unpredictably and have profound negative impacts on the economy and society. However, there is no universally agreed-upon definition of stock market crashes,...
Effects of vitamin D on COVID-19 risk and hospitalisation in the UK biobank
Background Vitamin D (VitD) plays an important role in immune modulation. VitD deficiency is associated with increased susceptibility to acute respiratory syndrome as observed in COVID-19. We evaluate...
The relationship between parental overprotection and student depression: The chain mediation role of psychological control and well-being
This study investigated the relationship between parental overprotection and adolescent depressive symptoms, focusing on the chain mediation roles of psychological control and well-being. Using a surv...
Prenatal stress increases corticosterone levels in offspring by impairing placental glucocorticoid barrier function
This study aimed to investigate the association between prenatal stress (PS) and corticosterone levels, and its influence on DNA methylation of genes related to the placental glucocorticoid (GC) barri...
Liver cirrhosis in 2021: Global Burden of Disease study
Background Liver cirrhosis is a chronic progressive disease caused by various liver injury mechanisms, characterized by irreversible fibrosis, hepatocyte degeneration and necrosis, and the formation o...
Transcranial photobiomodulation therapy with 808 nm light changes expression of genes and proteins associated with neuroprotection, neuroinflammation, oxidative stress, and Alzheimer’s disease: Whole RNA sequencing of mouse cortex and hippocampus
Light therapy, using red and near-infrared (NIR) irradiation, is currently applied for the treatment of various neurodegenerative diseases, such as Alzheimer’s disease (AD). Transcranial photobiomodul...
Certain vs. uncertain actionable secondary findings in a cohort of 500 Lebanese participants: What to report to the patient?
Advances in next-generation sequencing enabled its integration into genetic diagnosis and have led to the uncovering of secondary findings. In this paper, we analyzed 500 Lebanese participants for pat...
RETRACTED: An innovative efficiency of incubator to enhance organization supportive business using machine learning approach
Many small businesses and startups struggle to adjust their operational plans to quickly changing market and financial situations. Traditional data-driven techniques often miss possibilities and waste...
Synergistic fusion: An integrated pipeline of CLAHE, YOLO models, and advanced super-resolution for enhanced thermal eye detection
Accurate eye detection in thermal images is essential for diverse applications, including biometrics, healthcare, driver monitoring, and human-computer interaction. However, achieving this accuracy is...
Enhancing AES image encryption with a three-dimensional hyperchaotic system for increased security and efficiency
In the digital era, the security of images, as critical carriers of information, is paramount for national security, military strategy, and personal privacy protection. Therefore, developing efficient...
Optimized small object detection in low resolution infrared images using super resolution and attention based feature fusion
Infrared (IR) imaging is extensively applied in domains such as object detection, industrial monitoring, medical diagnostics, intelligent transportation due to its robustness in low-light, adverse wea...
Fault analysis of chemical equipment based on an improved hybrid model
The safety and reliability of chemical equipment are crucial to industrial production, as they directly impact production efficiency, environmental protection, and personnel safety. However, tradition...
Prevalence and associated factors affecting pelvic floor disorder among women in Ethiopia: A systematic review and meta-analysis
Introduction Pelvic floor disorders are a global health problem affecting millions of women, particularly in developing countries. Therefore, this systematic review and meta-analysis aimed to determin...
YOLO-RDM: A high accuracy and efficient algorithm for magnetic tile surface defect detection with practical applications
As the core components of permanent magnet motors, the surface defects of magnetic tiles can directly affect the working performance of the motors. There are various types of defects in magnetic tiles...
Impact of SARS-CoV-2 on healthcare and essential workers: A longitudinal study of PROMIS-29 outcomes
Importance The mandatory service of essential workers during the COVID-19 pandemic was associated with high job stress, increased SARS-CoV-2 exposure, and limited time for recovery following infection...
Numerical investigation of low-frequency shock train oscillations in a divergent isolator with vortex generator jets
This study numerically investigates the low-frequency oscillations of shock trains within a two-stage divergent isolator equipped with four vortex generator jets, operating at Mach 3.034 under a const...
Anthelmintic efficacy of mebendazole and levamisole in Olive Baboon (Papio anubis) infected with Trichuris trichiura
The olive baboon (Papio anubis) belongs to the family Cercopithecoidea and lives in different environmental conditions as well as they are also kept in zoological gardens as a source of public enterta...
A study protocol for determining the role of Sympathetic activity in Post-injury outcomes: Impact on sleep and caRdiovascular health InvesTigation (SPIRIT)
Introduction A growing body of research indicates that combat-injured service members are at heightened risk of a wide range of adverse physical and mental health outcomes. However, data on long-term...