Reduced semiconductor energy conversion systems. by Zhang, Lei.

“…It is therefore the intention now to study the nine-switch converter in greater details, believing that it can bring sizable advantages if controlled, designed and applied properly. The investigation planned for the thesis is thus to revisit the nine-switch modulation principles and its existing ac-ac converter applications with an intermediate de-link, The intention is to identify areas where modulation can be improved and quantify limitations faced by the nine-switch topology. …”
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Improving the diagnostic yield of whole genome sequencing: neurodevelopmental and epilepsy disorders by Hashim, M

“…<p><b>Background:</b> Whole genome sequencing (WGS) has significantly enhanced the diagnostic yield for rare genetic disorders, providing molecular diagnoses and opening avenues for therapeutic interventions, cascade testing, and reproductive planning. However, the diagnostic yield remains at 25-40%, presenting challenges in deciphering the underlying causes of incompletely characterised conditions. …”

Mastering Voice Interfaces : Creating Great Voice Apps for Real Users / by Thymé-Gobbel, Ann, author 642940, Jankowski, Charles, author 642941

Human-Computer Interaction : Interaction Techniques and Novel Applications : Thematic Area, HCI 2021, Held as Part of the 23rd HCI International Conference, HCII 2021, Virtual Even... by International Conference on Human-Computer Interaction (23rd : 2021 : Online) 642922, Kurosu, Masaaki, 1948-, editor 573627

Hybrid sensor fusion for unmanned ground vehicle by Guan, Mingyang

“…A where-to-explore scheme is proposed to guide the robot to the less-explored areas, which is implemented together with a collision-free navigation system and global path planning module. With such modules, the robot is endowed with ability of autonomously exploring an environment and build the detailed map for it. …”
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Uncertainty quantification framework for combined statistical spatial downscaling and temporal disaggregation for climate change impact studies on hydrology by Rajendran Queen Suraajini

“…Thus, the strategies to assist future adaption planning and risk mitigation during extreme flood events need to be developed based on the predicted future climate conditions. …”
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Power system adequacy and cost/worth assessment incorporating virtual power plants by Bagchi, Arijit

“…Moreover, a holistic planning approach for determining an optimal DER portfolio for the VPP so as to minimize its total operating, investment and interruption costs while considering transmission network constraints and contingencies has not been explored. …”
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Global incidence, prevalence, years lived with disability (YLDs), disability-adjusted life-years (DALYs), and healthy life expectancy (HALE) for 371 diseases and injuries in 204 co... by Ferrari, AJ, Santomauro, DF, Aali, A, Lacey, BWH, Rodriguez, JAB

“…Governments and multilateral organisations should prioritise pandemic preparedness planning alongside efforts to reduce the burden of diseases and injuries that will strain resources in the coming decades. …”

Burden of disease scenarios for 204 countries and territories, 2022-2050: a forecasting analysis for the Global Burden of Disease Study 2021 by Vollset, SE, Ababneh, HS, Abate, YH, Lacey, BWH, GBD 2021 Forecasting Collaborators

“…This information can be used for policy and long-term health investment, planning, and prioritisation. We have expanded and improved upon previous forecasts produced as part of the Global Burden of Diseases, Injuries, and Risk Factors Study (GBD) and provide a reference forecast (the most likely future), and alternative scenarios assessing disease burden trajectories if selected sets of risk factors were eliminated from current levels by 2050.…”