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Classroom network structure learning engagement and parallel temporal attention LSTM based knowledge tracing
In order to accurately assess the students’ learning process and the cognitive state of knowledge points in smart classroom. A classroom network structure learning engagement and parallel temporal att...
Retraction: Ensemble learning for multi-class COVID-19 detection from big data
ATF6β is not essential for the development of physiological cardiac hypertrophy
Physiological cardiac hypertrophy is a compensatory remodeling of the heart in response to stimuli such as exercise training or pregnancy that is reversible and well-tolerated. We previously described...
Improving HIV outcomes in Miami’s Black populations with clinic-based community health workers protocol: The integrated navigation and support for treatment adherence, counseling, and research (INSTACARE) randomized controlled trial
Miami-Dade is an HIV epicenter where Black populations experience excess AIDS-related deaths due to poor medication adherence, which prevents achieving an undetectable HIV viral load (VL). A promising...
Patients’ experiences of a Virtual Fracture Assessment Clinic Pathway: A qualitative study
Background and objectives Existing literature has demonstrated the efficacy of a virtual fracture assessment clinic pathway, however there is limited research exploring patients’ experiences of a com...
Effects of essential tremor on longevity and mortality rates in families
Essential Tremor (ET) is a common movement disorder characterized by action tremors, primarily affecting the hands and head. lthough previous studies have suggested potential links between ET and agin...
Tracking and analyzing the spatio-temporal changes of rice planting structure in Poyang Lake using multi-model fusion method with sentinel-2 multi temporal data
Accurate and efficient extraction of rice planting structures, coupled with comprehensive analysis of their spatiotemporal dynamics and driving factors, is crucial for rice yield estimation and optimi...
Correction: Spatial-temporal evolution of the allometric relationship between urban economic and health resources in the Yangtze River Delta urban agglomeration
Face exploration, emotion recognition, and emotional enhancement of memory in relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis
Background Recognizing familiar faces and identifying emotions through facial expressions are essential for social functioning. This study aimed to examine whether people with relapsing-remitting mul...
Predicting mechanical properties of CFRP composites using data-driven models with comparative analysis
Carbon fiber reinforced polymer (CFRP) composites are increasingly utilized for their lightweight and superior mechanical properties. This study uses machine learning models to predict the mechanical...
Single-cell transcriptomics reveals immunosuppressive microenvironment and highlights tumor-promoting macrophage cells in Glioblastoma
Glioblastoma (GBM) is the most prevalent and aggressive primary brain malignancy in adults. Nevertheless, the cellular heterogeneity and complexity within the GBM microenvironment (TME) are still not...
Analysis and prediction of carbon storage changes on the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau
The Qinghai-Tibet Plateau, a crucial global carbon reservoir, plays an essential role in the carbon cycle. This study used the Integrated Valuation of Ecosystem Services and Trade-offs (InVEST) model...
Kernel composition in sorghum landraces revealed via analyses of genotype-by-environment interactions
Sorghum stands out among cereals due to its rich bioactive compound content and resilience to varying climates, addressing common issues such as protein, iron (Fe), and zinc (Zn) deficiencies in human...
Rumor detection on social networks based on Temporal Tree Transformer
The rapid propagation of rumors on social media can give rise to various social issues, underscoring the necessity of swift and automated rumor detection. Existing studies typically identify rumors ba...
In silico screening system based on a transcription factors regulatory network only using transcriptomic data
In this study, we developed a method to identify core transcription factors (TFs) involved in differentiation using only comprehensive gene analysis. The theory of in silico screening using TFs regula...
Sleep quality in Spanish university professors: Association with lifestyle habits and physical and mental health indicators
Background There is currently a growing interest in knowing the state of health of university professors. Sleep habits are essential for health and performance in any profession, including university...
Does innovation policy drive rural revitalization in China? - An empirical study based on Chinese rural areas
Innovation serves not only as the cornerstone of rural revitalization but also as the fundamental driving force behind agricultural and rural modernization in China. Since 2008, China has initiated th...
A novel approach to studying infective endocarditis: Ultrasound-guided wire injury and bacterial challenge in mice
Background Infective endocarditis (IE) is frequently caused by Staphylococcus aureus (S. aureus) and most commonly affects the aortic valve. Early diagnosis...
In vivo quantification of collagen-induced arthritis mouse model by three-dimensional volumetric ultrasound and color Doppler
Purpose Ultrasound combined with Doppler techniques has been widely utilized to evaluate joint inflammation and internal structural changes in animal models of rheumatoid arthritis. However, previous...
Tensions regarding inclusion meanings from stakeholders’ perspectives: A qualitative study
In literature, a divergence is apparent concerning the definition of educational inclusion. The study aims to describe the relationship between the diversity of actors in the university community and...
Direct medical cost of adult Covid-19 ınpatients and ıts determinants at a university hospital
Background and objectives The aim of this study is to determine the direct medical costs of adult cases diagnosed with Covid-19 and hospitalized at Karadeniz Technical University Faculty of Medicine...
Changes in the network structure of energy markets and financial markets under the different shocks of the Russia-Ukraine conflict and COVID-19
Employing the quantile coherency method, we analyze the different impacts of the Russia-Ukraine conflict and the global shock caused by COVID-19 on energy and stock markets, highlighting how market be...
Increased preference for lysine over arginine in spike proteins of SARS-CoV-2 BA.2.86 variant and its daughter lineages
The COVID-19 pandemic offered an unprecedented glimpse into the evolution of its causative virus, SARS-CoV-2. It has been estimated that since its outbreak in late 2019, the virus has explored all pos...
Test allocation based on risk of infection from first and second order contact tracing
Strategies such as testing, contact tracing, and quarantine have been proven to be essential mechanisms to mitigate the propagation of infectious diseases. However, when an epidemic spreads rapidly an...
Objective demonstration and quantitation of musical learning in older adult novices across a 12-month online study
This work aimed to objectively (mainly computationally) measure the extent to which 68 older adult novices developed specific musical abilities. The participants learned aural and keyboard performance...