It is imperative to develop tools to characterize cells with the diseased and normal mitochondria to monitor the healthiness of cells and take preventive measures for potential mitochondrial disease development. Here,...
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We report a microfluidic 'megapixel' digital polymerase chain reaction (PCR) device that uses a surface tension-based sample partitioning approach along with integrated dehydration control to enable high-fidel...
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A vast number of spatiotemporal datasets collected from a wide range of sources has motivated scientists to develop effective approaches to identify interesting patterns hidden in these datasets. In this respect, kern...
A vast number of spatiotemporal datasets collected from a wide range of sources has motivated scientists to develop effective approaches to identify interesting patterns hidden in these datasets. In this respect, kernel density estimators, which belong to a class of non-parametric estimators in statistics, have been widely exploited in recent years. With this background, we have developed a novel kernel density estimator aiming to provide accurate analysis results. According to the evaluation with a real spatiotemporal dataset, which collected emergency medical service records in a county in the United States, the proposed kernel density estimator can approximate the probability density function significantly more accurately than a conventional kernel density estimator. Furthermore, we have exploited the proposed kernel density estimator to identify interesting patterns hidden in the real spatiotemporal dataset.
Aim: This study is aimed to compare the structure and performance of 3D-printed and microfabricated microneedle arrays (MNAs). Materials & methods: MNAs were produced using either stereolithography printing or wer...
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We present a novel approach to solve constrained non-linear integer optimization problems based on Differential Evolution (DE) and Nelder-Mead (NM). DE is a promising technique used in non-differentiable and non-linea...
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We present a novel approach to solve constrained non-linear integer optimization problems based on Differential Evolution (DE) and Nelder-Mead (NM). DE is a promising technique used in non-differentiable and non-linear problems with continuous variables. It is used to identify promising regions in the search space. NM is a derivative-free technique used in non-linear continuous optimization problems. Since we are concerned with integer problems, then the NM is extended to handle with integer optimization problems. The constraints are treated by the Alpha Constrained method, where constraints values and fitness are compared using a lexicographical order. Since DE is used to continuous optimization and NM needs an initial starting point, we propose a method that use the best individual of DE as starting point to NM. Simulation results show the effectiveness of the proposed method.
In this paper, an efficient semi-systolic array architecture for separable 2-D Discrete Wavelet Transform (DWT) is introduced. The semi-systolic array is applicable to any convolution that requires an arbitrary subsam...
In this paper, an efficient semi-systolic array architecture for separable 2-D Discrete Wavelet Transform (DWT) is introduced. The semi-systolic array is applicable to any convolution that requires an arbitrary subsampling function. The semi-systolic array presents a better implementation of the convolution function of DWT. This kind of implementation offers a higher efficiency compared to regular systolic implementation when applied for 2-D DWT. The architecture has an efficiency of at least 91% which increases proportional to the number of octaves with no change in the architecture design except for minor modifications to the control logic and memory size. The propose architecture is scalable for different size of filter and different number of octave. The communication routing is minimum since data transfers are limited to immediate neighboring processors. The components of the architecture are fairly regular and consist of minimum number of computational units which makes it a good candidate for VLSI implementation.
Devices for continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) are currently a major focus of research in the area of diabetes management. It is envisioned that such devices will have the ability to alert a diabetes patient (or the ...
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The Barcelona Clinic Liver Cancer (BCLC) staging system plays a crucial role in clinical planning, offering valuable insights for effectively managing hepatocellular carcinoma. Accurate prediction of BCLC stages can s...
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An approach to the analysis of event related potentials (ERP) based on information theory is described. The amount of information in cortical potentials evoked by words briefly presented by tachistoscope is measured b...
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An approach to the analysis of event related potentials (ERP) based on information theory is described. The amount of information in cortical potentials evoked by words briefly presented by tachistoscope is measured by a transinformation method. The inputs to the communication channel are four word categories. One category is composed of pleasant words, another of unpleasant words, both drawn from the Osgood semantic differential research, and two categories are composed of word stimuli related to a psychiatric patient's complaints. The patients chosen for study exhibit either phobias or pathological grief reactions. The method allows ERP's to be mapped into transinformation profiles that reveal time intervals during the poststimulus ERP favorable to the transmission of information concerning the word category presented. The transinformation model results for actual and synthetic data are discussed.
This paper conducts a comprehensive analysis of electrical generator performance using Finite Element Analysis (FEA), with a specific emphasis on the role of coil numbers in influencing generator efficiency and functi...
This paper conducts a comprehensive analysis of electrical generator performance using Finite Element Analysis (FEA), with a specific emphasis on the role of coil numbers in influencing generator efficiency and functionality. In the context of modern energy systems, where efficient power generation is paramount, this research aims to elucidate the relationship between the number of coils within a generator and its overall performance, including power output and electromagnetic behavior. Through systematic FEA simulations that vary coil numbers while keeping other parameters constant, this study provides valuable insights into the trade-offs associated with increased coil numbers and enhanced efficiency. These findings have significant implications for optimizing generator designs across various applications, from renewable energy systems to industrial power generation, ultimately advancing our understanding of generator dynamics and contributing to more sustainable and efficient power generation technologies.
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