IEEE

Optimizing XGBoost Hyperparameters for Credit Scoring Classification Using Weighted Cognitive Avoidance Particle Swarm

Abstract: Decision trees in machine learning achieved satisfactory performance in classification. Decision trees offer the advantage of handling high-dimensional and complexly correlated data through ...

A Fundamental Approach To Weighting Stocks: The S&P 500 Revenue-Weighted Index

The S&P 500 Revenue-Weighted Index assigns company weights based on revenue rather than market capitalization. Read more here ...
BMJ

Shared decision-making using a decision aid for patients with breast cancer considering breast reconstruction: study protocol for a cluster-randomised controlled trial in Japan

Introduction Shared decision-making (SDM) requires that individuals are correctly and smoothly supported to make decisions. However, in Japan, development of decision aids (DAs) to support ...
Tobacco Control

Examining the impact of England’s menthol cigarette ban on postban smoking cessation: longitudinal findings from the England arm of the 2020–2022 ITC Four Country Smoking ...

Background In May 2020, England banned menthol as a characterising flavour in cigarettes. However, the sale of menthol accessories (eg, filters, flavour cards) remains permitted. This study assessed ...