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A single wearable sensor combined with machine learning estimates step length in older adults and patients with neurological disorders

We applied machine learning tools to estimate step length from features derived from a single, wearable, lower back sensor in older adults and people with altered gait patterns. Our results highlight the advantages of using machine learning for step length estimation and other related tasks.
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Jeff Hausdorff and 1 other
May 28, 2024
Nature Communications
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Shock-proofing conservation: are community forests in Madagascar resilient to a political crisis and its aftermath?

We explored the impacts of the 2009-2014 Madagascar political crisis and its aftermath on the performance of community managed forests and protected areas. In under-resourced nations like Madagascar, community forests need external support to avoid forest clearing and associated biodiversity loss.
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Rachel Neugarten and 4 others
Apr 07, 2024

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