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Stochastic Optimization with Random Search
We revisit random search for stochastic optimization, where only noisy function evaluations are available. We show that the method works under weaker smoothness assumptions than previously considered, and that stronger assumptions enable improved guarantees. In the finite-sum setting, we design a variance-reduced variant that leverages multiple samples
El Mahdi Chayti +3 more
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Objective Clinical response to mycophenolic acid (MPA) is highly heterogeneous; thus, therapeutic drug level monitoring (TDM) may help improve treatment efficacy. This systematic review and meta‐analysis examined therapeutic ranges for MPA levels associated with better outcomes and safety in patients with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE ...
Zahraa Qamhieh +5 more
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Ordered Search in Differentiated Markets [PDF]
This paper presents an ordered search model in which consumers search both for price and product fitness. We show that there is price dispersion in equilibrium and prices rise in the order of search.
Zhou, Jidong
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Objective We aimed to construct and evaluate the first laboratory‐based frailty index (FI‐Lab) for predicting adverse outcomes in systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) and to compare its predictive ability to that of an existing clinical FI. Methods We used data from a single‐center prospective cohort of adult patients with SLE whose baseline visit ...
Grace Burns +2 more
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Searchable encryption with randomized ciphertext and randomized keyword search
Abstract The notion of public-key encryption with keyword search (PEKS) was introduced to search over encrypted data without performing any decryption. In this article, we propose a PEKS scheme in which both the encrypted keyword and the trapdoor are randomized so that the cloud server is not able to recognize ...
Calderini, Marco +3 more
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Objective Cam morphology, which is a significant risk factor for hip osteoarthritis, is commonly quantified by the alpha angle (AA). This study aims to explore the potential of the triangular index ratio (TIR) to quantify cam morphology on anteroposterior radiographs by assessing the association between TIR‐defined cam morphology and the development of
Jinchi Tang +7 more
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Objective Despite well‐described biologic causes, the public views unhealthy lifestyle choices as the primary cause of gout. This study investigated how causal beliefs about gout influence the public's views about its management. Methods In a randomized study, 201 members of the public viewed one of two 2‐minute videos about gout.
Rachel Murdoch +6 more
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Optimal geometrical design of reshaping berm breakwaters based on minimizing administrative costs (Case Study: Farasakoo Breakwater) [PDF]
So far, many studies have been done to design reshaping berm breakwaters (RBB) that mostly have provided the effect of individual parameter on structure stability. Accordingly, the presentation of systematic optimal geometrical design of RBB is necessary.
Mahmoud Mohammad Rezapour Tabari +1 more
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Towards a Theory of Randomized Search Heuristics [PDF]
There is a well-developed theory about the algorithmic complexity of optimization problems. Complexity theory provides negative results which typically are based on assumptions like NP≠P or NP≠RP. Positive results are obtained by the design and analysis of clever algorithms. These algorithms are well-tuned for their specific domain.
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Systemic sclerosis (SSc) is a rare autoimmune disease defined by immune dysregulation, vasculopathy, and progressive fibrosis of the skin and internal organs. Despite advances in care, major complications such as interstitial lung disease (ILD) and myocardial involvement remain the leading causes of morbidity and mortality.
Cristiana Sieiro Santos +2 more
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