A Structural Bioinformatics-Guided Study of Adenosine Triphosphate-Binding Cassette (ABC) Transporters and Their Substrates by Iqra Younus, Robert C. Ford, Stephen M. Prince

“…Adenosine triphosphate-binding cassette (ABC) transporters form a ubiquitous superfamily of integral membrane proteins involved in the translocation of substrates across membranes. …”
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Identification of Ecological Priority Areas Based on Nested-Scale Analysis: A Case Study of Metropolitan Nanjing, China by Yuxi Zhu, Jianqiang Yang, Le Zhu, Liping Sun

“…This study develops an integrated nested-scale analytical approach to examine ecological elements at metropolitan and central urban levels, using Metropolitan Nanjing as a case study. …”
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Multicriteria Spatial Decision Analysis for the Development of the Italian Minor Airport System by Maria Rosaria Guarini, Anthea Chiovitti, Francesco Rocca

“…In keeping with the national and international airport system development scenarios, the paper illustrates the results of in-depth analyses aiming to construct an integrated GIS-based Multicriteria Decision Analysis evaluation methodology. …”
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Application of Optimum Compaction Energy in the Development of Bricks Made with Construction Trash Soils by T. Lopez-Lara, C. L. Gonzalez-Vega, J. B. Hernandez-Zaragoza, E. Rojas-Gonzalez, D. Carreón-Freyre, R. Salgado-Delgado, E. Garcia-Hernandez, M. Cerca

“…The first is when the optimal humidity reaches its smallest value (integrated soil lumps) and the second is when humidity increases (disintegrated soil lumps), after reaching its lowest value. …”
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Engine on/off management with consideration of thermal dynamics for HEVs by Wei Wang, Tielong Shen

“…However, it is challenging to provide a real-time efficient engine on/off policy that integrating the slow thermal dynamics with uncertain traffic and workload conditions. …”
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Type 2 diabetes remission through lifestyle intervention in a geriatric patient with long-standing diabetes and at thirty-three-months follow-up by Pramod Tripathi, Diptika Tiwari, Milanjeet Kaur Raizada, Nidhi Kadam

“…In this report, we present the case of a 66-year-old male patient with a 30-year history of T2D and mild obesity who achieved remission of T2D through customized integrated intensive lifestyle modifications, including a vegan diet, exercise and psychological support. …”
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ESG performance and carbon emission intensity: examining the role of climate policy uncertainty and the digital economy in China’s dual-carbon era by Shiyu Li, Xiangyuan Ao, Mengdie Zhang, Mingyue Pu, Mingyue Pu

“…The study contributes to the literature by highlighting the need for integrated policies that harmonize digital growth with sustainability goals. …”
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Hall‐effect sensors based on AlGaN/GaN heterojunctions on Si substrates for a wide temperature range by Sagnik Kumar, R. Muralidharan, G. Narayanan

“…Realisation of two‐dimensional electron gas‐based Hall sensors on Si substrates can have the advantages of low cost and integrability with complementary metal‐oxide semiconductor circuits. …”
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Cognitive Therapys from Rumi’s Point of View by Mehmet Ak, Elif Eþen, Faik Özdengül

“…Raised on the lands that have extremely rich cultural heritage, as psychotherapists, we think that it is our responsibility to integrate modern psychotherapy with cultural heritage when learning, practicing and teaching the practice of psychotherapy. …”
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In Vivo and In Vitro Study of a Polylactide-Fiber-Reinforced β-Tricalcium Phosphate Composite Cage in an Ovine Anterior Cervical Intercorporal Fusion Model by Janek Frantzén, Aliisa Pälli, Esa Kotilainen, Harri Heino, Bettina Mannerström, Heini Huhtala, Hannu Kuokkanen, George K. Sándor, Kari Leino, Matias Röyttä, Riitta Parkkola, Riitta Suuronen, Susanna Miettinen, Hannu T. Aro, Suvi Haimi

“…The composite implants failed to direct bone growth as desired, whereas the bone contact and the proper integration were evident with controls 6 months after implantation. …”
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Predictive Modeling for Electric Vehicle Battery State of Health: A Comprehensive Literature Review by Jianqiang Gong, Bin Xu, Fanghua Chen, Gang Zhou

“…Future research should focus on integrating multiple modeling methodologies to leverage their combined strengths, enhancing the collection of comprehensive battery lifecycle datasets to support robust model development, and extending the scope of SOH estimation beyond individual cells to encompass entire battery packs.…”
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Decentralized Identity Management for Internet of Things (IoT) Devices Using IOTA Blockchain Technology by Tamai Ramírez-Gordillo, Antonio Maciá-Lillo, Francisco A. Pujol, Nahuel García-D’Urso, Jorge Azorín-López, Higinio Mora

“…This study explores a decentralized identity management model leveraging the IOTA Tangle, a Directed Acyclic Graph (DAG)-based distributed ledger technology, to address these challenges. By integrating Decentralized Identifiers (DIDs), Verifiable Credentials (VCs), and IOTA-specific technologies like IOTA Identity, IOTA Streams, and IOTA Stronghold, we propose a proof-of-concept framework that enhances security, scalability, and privacy in IoT ecosystems. …”
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Examining university students’ preferences toward MaaS aspects by Willy Kriswardhana, Domokos Esztergár-Kiss

“…The main idea of Mobility as a Service, called MaaS, is to integrate various transport modes and services into one application. …”
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The Effect of PISA-Based Educational Program on Mathematical Achievement by Mohammad Tashtoush, Aida Qasimi, Nawal Sheerawi, Mamoon AL-Shannaq

“…These results contribute to the body of knowledge on effective educational strategies and emphasize the potential benefits of integrating PISA-based educational programs into math instruction. …”
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QTL mapping of human retina DNA methylation identifies 87 gene-epigenome interactions in age-related macular degeneration by Jayshree Advani, Puja A. Mehta, Andrew R. Hamel, Sudeep Mehrotra, Christina Kiel, Tobias Strunz, Ximena Corso-Díaz, Madeline Kwicklis, Freekje van Asten, Rinki Ratnapriya, Emily Y. Chew, Dena G. Hernandez, Sandra R. Montezuma, Deborah A. Ferrington, Bernhard H. F. Weber, Ayellet V. Segrè, Anand Swaroop

“…Summary data-based Mendelian randomization and colocalization analyses identify 87 target genes where methylation and gene-expression changes likely mediate the genotype effect on age-related macular degeneration. Integrated pathway analysis reveals epigenetic regulation of immune response and metabolism including the glutathione pathway and glycolysis. …”
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A comprehensive transcriptional reference for severity and progression in spinal cord injury reveals novel translational biomarker genes by Rubén Grillo-Risco, Marta R. Hidalgo, Beatriz Martínez-Rojas, Victoria Moreno-Manzano, Francisco García-García

“…Overall, we present a transcriptomic reference and provide a comprehensive framework for assessing SCI considering severity and time perspectives, all integrated into a user-friendly tool. Graphical abstract…”
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Intelligent Prediction Method for Operation and Maintenance Safety of Prestressed Steel Structure Based on Digital Twin Technology by Zhansheng Liu, Antong Jiang, Anshan Zhang, Zezhong Xing, Xiuli Du

“…Taking the spoke-type cable truss as an example, this paper proposes a new concept of integrating the digital twin model (DTM) with steel structure operation and maintenance safety. …”
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Popcorn Effect–inspired Self‐propagating Formation of High‐conductivity Cement Composite for Multifunctional Applications by Haiping Wu, Jiaqi Huang, Zhengyao Qu, Xueling Zheng, Sirui Tan, Wei Du, Guanming Cai, Zhong Zhao, Jing Wu, Daiqi Li

“…Abstract The surge in modern civil technologies demands a transformation in cement composites to surpass traditional roles and integrate smart functionalities. In this regard, enhancing the electrical conductivity of cement composites is a critical challenge. …”
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The State-Dependent Impulsive Model with Action Threshold Depending on the Pest Density and Its Changing Rate by Ihsan Ullah Khan, Sanyi Tang, Biao Tang

“…Whether the integrated control measures are applied or not depends not only on the current density of pest population, but also on its current growth rate, and this undoubtedly brings challenges and new ideas to the state control measures that only rely on the pest density. …”
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Analysis of the Global Swell and Wind Sea Energy Distribution Using WAVEWATCH III by Kaiwen Zheng, Jian Sun, Changlong Guan, Weizeng Shao

“…However, our understanding of wind sea and swell is still incomplete as is the lack of an integrated description for all the wave components. …”
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