Peng Xiao¹, Haiyu Xu¹, Peng Xu¹, Zhiwei Guo^1,*, Amr Tolba^2,*, Osama Alfarraj²

CMC-Computers, Materials & Continua, Vol.85, No.2, pp. 2999-3022, 2025, DOI:10.32604/cmc.2025.066937 - 23 September 2025

Abstract Medical image analysis based on deep learning has become an important technical requirement in the field of smart healthcare. In view of the difficulties in collaborative modeling of local details and global features in multimodal image analysis of ophthalmology, as well as the existence of information redundancy in cross-modal data fusion, this paper proposes a multimodal fusion framework based on cross-modal collaboration and weighted attention mechanism. In terms of feature extraction, the framework collaboratively extracts local fine-grained features and global structural dependencies through a parallel dual-branch architecture, overcoming the limitations of traditional single-modality models in… More >

Edo Bedzra^1,2,*, Herra Javed^3,4, James E. O’Brien^1,2, Taufiek Konrad Rajab^3,4

Congenital Heart Disease, Vol.20, No.4, pp. 441-446, 2025, DOI:10.32604/chd.2025.071035 - 18 September 2025

Abstract A bicuspid aortic valve, from autologous tissue, with growth potential can be constructed using the simple, and reproducible telescoping arterial trunk technique. More >

Yingui Qiu¹, Enming Li^1,2,*, Pablo Segarra², Bin Xi³, Jian Zhou¹

CMES-Computer Modeling in Engineering & Sciences, Vol.144, No.2, pp. 1607-1629, 2025, DOI:10.32604/cmes.2025.068211 - 31 August 2025

Abstract With the growing demand for sustainable development in the mining industry, cemented paste backfill (CPB) materials, primarily composed of tailings, play a crucial role in mine backfilling and underground support systems. To enhance the mechanical properties of CPB materials, fiber reinforcement technology has gradually gained attention, though challenges remain in predicting its performance. This study develops a hybrid model based on the adaptive equilibrium optimizer (adap-EO)-enhanced XGBoost method for accurately predicting the uniaxial compressive strength of fiber-reinforced CPB. Through systematic comparison with various other machine learning methods, results demonstrate that the proposed hybrid model exhibits… More >

Cecilia Castro¹, Victor Leiva^2,*, Franco Basso^2,3

CMES-Computer Modeling in Engineering & Sciences, Vol.144, No.2, pp. 1481-1543, 2025, DOI:10.32604/cmes.2025.067992 - 31 August 2025

Abstract Metaverse technologies are increasingly promoted as game-changers in transport planning, connected-autonomous mobility, and immersive traveler services. However, the field lacks a systematic review of what has been achieved, where critical technical gaps remain, and where future deployments should be integrated. Using a transparent protocol-driven screening process, we reviewed 1589 records and retained 101 peer-reviewed journal and conference articles (2021–2025) that explicitly frame their contributions within a transport-oriented metaverse. Our review reveals a predominantly exploratory evidence base. Among the 101 studies reviewed, 17 (16.8%) apply fuzzy multi-criteria decision-making, 36 (35.6%) feature digital-twin visualizations or simulation-based testbeds,… More > Graphic Abstract

Abubakar Elsafi^*

CMES-Computer Modeling in Engineering & Sciences, Vol.144, No.2, pp. 1749-1766, 2025, DOI:10.32604/cmes.2025.066449 - 31 August 2025

Abstract Domain randomization is a widely adopted technique in deep reinforcement learning (DRL) to improve agent generalization by exposing policies to diverse environmental conditions. This paper investigates the impact of different reset strategies, normal, non-randomized, and randomized, on agent performance using the Deep Deterministic Policy Gradient (DDPG) and Twin Delayed DDPG (TD3) algorithms within the CarRacing-v2 environment. Two experimental setups were conducted: an extended training regime with DDPG for 1000 steps per episode across 1000 episodes, and a fast execution setup comparing DDPG and TD3 for 30 episodes with 50 steps per episode under constrained computational… More >

Ni Tang^1,2,3,*, Chenchun Hao^1,2, Rong Qiu^1,2

Phyton-International Journal of Experimental Botany, Vol.94, No.8, pp. 2551-2562, 2025, DOI:10.32604/phyton.2025.070556 - 29 August 2025

Abstract Supplemental lighting has emerged as a widely adopted technique in greenhouse cultivation to enhance product visibility and improve the flavor characteristics of Chinese bayberry (Myrica rubra) in the international market. While studies on lighting have predominantly focused on colorimetry, limited research has addressed the precise control of chromatic parameters and their effect on fruit quality. This study examined the effects of varying lighting conditions, specifically correlated color temperatures and illuminance, on the growth and quality of Chinese bayberry varieties “Black Charcoal” and “Dongkui” using a precision control system. The bayberry plants were exposed to a constant… More >

Bunyamin Bunyamin^1,2, Taufiq Saidi³, Sugiarto Sugiarto^3,4, Muttaqin Hasan^3,*

Structural Durability & Health Monitoring, Vol.19, No.5, pp. 1089-1109, 2025, DOI:10.32604/sdhm.2025.066887 - 05 September 2025

Abstract Aceh in Indonesia is rich in marine resources and abundant fishery products such as oyster. Traditionally, fishermen only harvest oysters and discard the shells, which can cause pollution and environmental contamination. Waste Oyster Shells (WOS) contain a high percentage of calcium carbonate (CaCO₃) that experiences thermal decomposition at high temperature, following the reaction CaCO₃ → CaO + CO₂ (ΔT = 825°C). At temperature > 900°C, dead-burned lime is formed, which severely influences CaO reactivity. However, the optimum temperature for producing high CaO content is still uncertain. Therefore, this study aimed to determine the optimum calcination temperature to… More > Graphic Abstract

Guangqing Xiao¹, Xilong Chen¹, Lihai Xu¹, Feilong Kuang², Shaohua He^2,*

Structural Durability & Health Monitoring, Vol.19, No.5, pp. 1167-1181, 2025, DOI:10.32604/sdhm.2025.064450 - 05 September 2025

Abstract This study investigates the flexural performance of ultra-high performance concrete (UHPC) in reinforced concrete T-beams, focusing on the effects of interfacial treatments. Three concrete T-beam specimens were fabricated and tested: a control beam (RC-T), a UHPC-reinforced beam with a chiseled interface (UN-C-50F), and a UHPC-reinforced beam featuring both a chiseled interface and anchored steel rebars (UN-CS-50F). The test results indicated that both chiseling and the incorporation of anchored rebars effectively created a synergistic combination between the concrete T-beam and the UHPC reinforcement layer, with the UN-CS-50F exhibiting the highest flexural resistance. The cracking load and… More >

Fan Yang, Zhongbo Zhu, Lijuan Shi, Xiping Liu^*

BIOCELL, Vol.49, No.8, pp. 1413-1433, 2025, DOI:10.32604/biocell.2025.064982 - 29 August 2025

Abstract Gastric cancer remains a leading cause of cancer-related mortality worldwide, with its complex tumor microenvironment (TME) playing a crucial role in tumor initiation, progression, and therapeutic response. As key components of the TME, mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs) influence tumor cell proliferation, invasion, and treatment resistance through cytokine secretion, exosomal communication, and metabolic regulation. MSCs enhance cancer stemness and therapy resistance by modulating glycolysis and fatty acid oxidation (FAO), while also promoting tumor progression through immune modulation and interactions with surrounding microenvironmental elements. Despite their potential for therapeutic applications, the clinical use of MSCs in gastric… More >

Hind Abdulrahman Mahmood, Ameer Abed Jaddoa^*, Mohammed K. Al-Saadi

Frontiers in Heat and Mass Transfer, Vol.23, No.4, pp. 1281-1302, 2025, DOI:10.32604/fhmt.2025.066075 - 29 August 2025

Abstract Thermoelectric air conditioning systems based on the Peltier effect had two modes: heating and cooling. In this work, the proposed design provides continuous improvement in COP from the first minute of operation. In cooling mode, the coefficient of performance (COP) was 1.176 due to the techniques used in this device, and it increased to 1.24 in the last minute of operation. Concerning the steady-state scenario, from the first minute, the Q_c was larger than the W for the entire duration of the operation. The output temperature reaches 18.97°C, and the temperature on the cold side reaches… More >