In this paper, we propose a separable reversible data hiding method in encrypted image (RDHEI) based on two-dimensional permutation and exploiting modification direction (EMD). The content owner uses two-dimensional permutation to encrypt original im...
Ultrashort laser pulses can induce structural modifications in bulk glass, leading to refractive index change and scattering damage. As bright-field, dark-field, and phase imaging each provide complementary information about laser-induced structures,...
The standard ratio of spatial resolution between bands for high resolution satellites is 1:4, which is typical when combining images obtained from the same sensor. However, the cost of simultaneously purchasing a set of panchromatic and multispectral...
A modification of the classic logistic map is proposed, using fuzzy triangular numbers. The resulting map is analysed through its Lyapunov exponent (LE) and bifurcation diagrams. It shows higher complexity compared to the classic logistic map and sho...
In recent years, research on increasing the spatial resolution and enhancing the quality of satellite images using the deep learning-based super-resolution (SR) method has been actively conducted. In a remote sensing field, conventional SR methods re...
Skin plays an important role in protection, metabolism, thermoregulation, sensation, and excretion whilst being consistently exposed to environmental aggression, including biotic and abiotic stresses. During the generation of oxidative stress in the...
Identification and mapping of various habitats with sufficient spatial details are essential to support environmental planning and management. Considering the complexity of diverse habitat types in a heterogeneous landscape, a context-dependent mappi...
Background: Nanoparticles conjugated with fluorescent probes have versatile applications, serving not only for targeted fluorescent imaging but also for evaluating the in vivo profiles of designed nanoparticles. However, the relationship between fluo...
As an integrable micro-optical device, micro lens arrays (MLAs) have significant applications in modern optical imaging, new energy technology, and advanced displays. In order to reduce the impact of laser modification on wet etching, we propose a te...
Periodic, wave-like modifications of 2D shape contours are often applied to convey quantitative data via images. However, to the best of our knowledge, there has been no in-depth investigation of the perceptual uniformity and legibility of these kind...
RNA modifications are essential regulators of gene expression and cellular function, modulating RNA stability, splicing, translation, and localization. Dysregulation of these modifications has been linked to cancer, neurodegenerative disorders, viral...
This paper deals with the design of an experimental circular channel model specially adapted for particle image velocimetry (PIV) measurements of airflow. The goal is to find a simple, fast, and functional approach for creating experimental models. T...
In this paper an analysis of the influence of polymer modification on the microstructure, shielding properties against neutrons, and compressive strength of heavy-weight magnetite concrete is carried out. The modifications involve the addition of acr...
In this paper, the effects of blade trailing edge (TE) profile modification of the suction side on the internal flow and hydraulic performance in a low-specific speed centrifugal pump are investigated through particle image velocimetry (PIV) analysis...
Coronary computed tomography angiography (CCTA) is increasingly recognized as a comprehensive tool for planning percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI). By integrating plaque morphology, calcium burden, and CT-derived coronary physiology, CCTA enabl...
Textiles require finishing to improve their usability and functionality but in the first place, to reduce of pilling tendency, which affects all kinds of synthetic and natural fabrics. Several laser ablation tests have been applied to the selected fa...
The operational effectiveness of a railroad track robot that is designed for railcar undercarriage inspection is provided. Beyond describing the robot’s design details and onboard imaging system, the paper analyzes the recorded video images and...
For ultra-high-resolution (UHR) squint spotlight airborne synthetic aperture radar (SAR), the severe range-azimuth coupling caused by squint mode and the spatial and frequency dependence of the motion error brought by ultra-wide bandwidth both make i...
Diatomite is a non-metallic mineral resource rich in SiO2, which can be used to modify coastal cement soil. In order to explore the mechanical modification effect of diatomite on coastal cement soil at the age of 7 days, based on coastal cement soil...
With limited retrieval of reserves and restricted capability in plant pathology, automation of processes becomes essential. All over the world, farmers are struggling to prevent various harm from bacteria or pathogens such as viruses, fungi, worms, p...
The present work proposes a new model based on a convolutional neural network (CNN) to retrieve solar shortwave (SW) irradiance via the estimation of the cloud modification factor (CMF) from daytime sky images captured by all-sky cameras; this model...
The aim of this study was to identify the areal surface parameters that correlated with lowering of sliding friction. Different ground surfaces were created on stainless steel and the lubricated sliding friction generated at the contact interface wit...
This study focuses on the assessment of possible hypereutectoid steel carbide mesh crushing. It is used for tools production, including forming rolls of various diameters, with modification and cyclic heat treatment methods. For steel containing 1.79...
DNAzymes are catalytically active single-stranded DNAs that fold into metal-ion-assisted architectures to mediate diverse reactions. Addressing the performance gap in biological settings, we establish a novel conceptual framework based on a continuou...
The pH values of sausages stuffed in natural hog casings with different modifications (soy lecithin, soy oil, orange extracts (OE) from waste orange peels, lactic acid in slush salt, and treatment time) after 16-day 4 °C storage were evaluated fo...
In magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), a patient is exposed to beat-like knocking sounds, often interrupted by periods of silence, which are caused by pulsing currents of the MRI scanner. In order to increase the patient’s comfort, one strategy is to p...
In this paper, we introduce a one-class learning approach for detecting modifications in assembled printed circuit boards (PCBs) based on photographs taken without tight control over perspective and illumination conditions. Anomaly detection and segm...
Flat-panel-type light field displays can generate three-dimensional images viewable without glasses; however, they often suffer from a narrow viewing zone, low light efficiency, low resolution, and moiré artifacts. Previously, flat-panel-type...
Background: In the application of APTw protocols for evaluating tumors and parotid glands, inhomogeneity and hyperintensity artifacts have remained an obstacle. This study aimed to improve APTw imaging quality and evaluate the feasibility of differen...
Two renovation strategies were considered and compared in this paper for the energy renovation of social housing in condo buildings built in 1945–1969, situated in residential estates that have been declared urban areas of interest. One of the...
In many areas of the world, population growth and land development have increased demand for land and other natural resources. Coastal areas are particularly susceptible since they are conducive for marine transportation, energy production, aquacultu...
Purpose: The C-X-C chemokine receptor 4 (CXCR4) is highly expressed in many subtypes of cancers, notably in several kidney-based malignancies. We synthesized, labeled, and assessed a series of radiotracers based on a previous high contrast PET imagin...
The development of hybrid multimodal imaging synthons (MIS), carrying in addition to a chelator for radiometal labeling also a near-infrared (NIR) fluorescent cyanine dye was the aim of this work. The MIS should be introducible into biomolecules of c...
Nanocarriers such as liposomes have been attracting attention as novel therapeutic methods for inflammatory autoimmune diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis and ulcerative colitis. The physicochemical properties of intravenously administered nanomedi...
The head and neck is a complex area where imaging plays a major role in not only diagnosis, but also in guided investigations, treatment planning, and, to an extent, guided interventions. This type of imaging ranges from a simple digital orthopantomo...
Prostate-specific membrane antigen (PSMA) and gastrin-releasing peptide receptor (GRPR) are promising targets for molecular imaging of prostate cancer (PCa) lesions. Due to the heterogenic overexpression of PSMA and GRPR in PCa, a heterodimeric radio...
Gold nanoparticles (AuNPs) are becoming increasingly popular as drug carriers due to their unique properties such as size tenability, multivalency, low toxicity and biocompatibility. AuNPs have physical features that distinguish them from bulk materi...
Nanostructured materials and systems find various applications in biomedical fields. Hybrid organo–inorganic nanomaterials are intensively studied in a wide range of areas, from visualization to drug delivery or tissue engineering. One of the r...
The addition of nano-sized fillers into the polymer matrix of carbon fiber laminates is considered today as one of the ways of increasing the strength and resistance of the material to mechanical loads. The paper considers the effect of the addition...
In this study, we investigated the tumor targeting effect in cancer cells using triphenylphosphonium (TPP) cations, which are accumulated by differences in membrane potential, and folic acid (FA), which is selectively bound to overexpressed receptors...
In this study, a modified imaging algorithm was implemented to improve the imaging accuracy for defects located on a structure. Based on analysis of the Lamb wave mode, a guided ultrasonic wave inspection technique was applied, which was able to illu...
Reliable and resilient constructions are basic for ensuring the safety of various structures. The superalloys are used as constructive materials due to their superb mechanical properties and endurance. However, even these materials can have certain a...
Bayer color filter array (CFA) images are captured by a single-chip image sensor covered with a Bayer CFA pattern which has been widely used in modern digital cameras. In the past two decades, many compression methods have been proposed to compress B...
Peptide-based strategies have received an enormous amount of attention because of their specificity and applicability. Their specificity and tumor-targeting ability are applied to diagnosis and treatment for cancer patients. In this review, we will s...
Most ionizing radiation produces δ-rays of ≈1 keV that can impart MGy doses to 100 nm3 volumes of DNA. These events can produce severe dual double-strand breaks (DDSBs) on nucleosomes, particularly in dense heterochromatic DNA. This is th...
Hyperspectral imaging is currently under active development as a method for remote sensing, environmental monitoring and biomedical diagnostics. The development of hyperspectral sensors is aimed at their miniaturization and reducing the cost of compo...
Organophosphorus (OP) compounds are a diverse chemical group that includes nerve agents and pesticides. They share a common chemical signature that facilitates their binding and adduction of acetylcholinesterase (AChE) within nerve synapses to induce...
Image distillation is becoming a hot area of machine learning (ML) research because it minimizes the computer resources used for training of convolutional neural networks (CNNs). In this paper, we propose a novel method for image distillation that le...
Radiolabeled neurotensin analogs have been developed as candidates for theranostic use against neurotensin subtype 1 receptor (NTS1R)-expressing cancer. However, their fast degradation by two major peptidases, neprilysin (NEP) and angiotensin-convert...
Cholinergic dysfunction in Alzheimer’s disease (AD) can be mediated by the neuronal α7 nicotinic acetylcholine receptor (α7nAChR). Beta-amyloid peptide (Aβ) binds to the α7nAChR, disrupting the receptor’s function a...
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