Edaphic factors mediate the response of nitrogen cycling and related enzymatic activities and functional genes to heavy metals: A review by Tracy Opande, Mengru Kong, Di Feng, YuHong Wen, Nathan Okoth, Ali Mohd Yatoo, Fatma Mohamed Ameen Khalil, Ahmed S. Elrys, Lei Meng, Jinbo Zhang

“…Former studies suggested that soil N cycling is chiefly regulated by microbial activity; however, emerging evidence indicates that this regulation is disrupted by heavy metal (HM) contamination, which alters microbial communities and enzyme functions critical to N transformations. Environmental factors like soil organic carbon, soil texture, water content, temperature, soil pH, N fertilization, and redox status play significant roles in modulating the response of soil N cycling to HM contamination. …”
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Temperature-dependent performance and constitutive modeling of additively manufactured Ti600 alloy by Tianhua Wen, Rui Fu, Sihang Xiao, Lei Zhang, Bo Song, Hongshuai Lei

“…Differential scanning calorimetry identifies 550 °C as a critical phase transition temperature, further explaining the degradation in properties. …”
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Sensor Image, Anomaly Detection Method for Hydroelectric Dam Structure Using Sensors Measurements and Deep Learning by Van-Phuong Ha, Dinh-Van Nguyen, Trong-Chuong Trinh, Duc-Cuong Quach, Van HuyBui

“…To validate the proposed method, nearly seven years of sensor data collected from a critical section of a dam structure were used. The data are then grouped along the temporal axis and converted into an image that represents a single day of the sensor measurements. …”
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The potential impact of glycine supplementation on the process of aging by Michalina Wójcikiewicz, Julia Kulbacka, Witold Czyż, Julia Kacperczyk, Karol Dziedzic, Marta Chuncia-Ileczko, Maciej Wojszczyk, Damian Zys, Piotr Pasek, Julia Ryniecka, Wiktor Czaja, Michał Krzciuk

“…Beyond its structural role in collagen and other proteins, glycine is a critical precursor for glutathione- an essential intracellular antioxidant- plays a role in neurotransmission, and is involved in the synthesis of heme, creatine, and bile acids. …”
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Effects of Urea Removal on the Stable Isotopes δ13C and δ15N in Rays from the Coastal Waters of Peninsular Malaysia by Maizah Mohd Abdullah, Wei Yien Lua, Roslanzairi Mostapha, Zalina Bashir, Mohd Naimullah, Sukree Hajisamae, Fazrul Hisam

“…Highlight Research • This is the first stable isotopes study of rays from Malaysian waters • Urea extraction significantly enriched the δ15N values ("°) • Urea removal is obliged for stable isotope studies on rays • Such methodological information is critical for marine research in the region   Abstract This is the first reported record of stable isotope values for elasmobranch rays within Malaysian waters, and serves as an important baseline methodological information for future studies investigating stable isotope values in both shark and ray species in the region. …”
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Methylation of 45S Ribosomal DNA (rDNA) Is Associated with Cancer and Aging in Humans by Fengqing Shao, Xiaoqi Liu, Xianzhi Zhang, Qi Wang, Wencai Wang

“…In the human genome, rDNA is a highly conserved tandem repeat family playing critical roles in protein synthesis, genome stability and integrity, etc. …”
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Induction of Apoptosis Coupled to Endoplasmic Reticulum Stress through Regulation of CHOP and JNK in Bone Marrow Mesenchymal Stem Cells from Patients with Systemic Lupus Erythemato... by Genkai Guo, Yan Meng, Wei Tan, Yunfei Xia, Chun Cheng, Xiaolan Chen, Zhifeng Gu

“…These results implicated that ERS-mediated apoptosis was a critical determinant of BM-MSCs from SLE patients.…”
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Assessment of the applied potential of sludge-derived hydrochar in terms of process parameters and product properties by Zhang, Chuang, Wang, Bingyu, Wang, Jixiang, Rong, Shaopeng,  Xie, Huifang, Qu, Hongxia, Feng, Yanfang

“…The hydrothermal intensity was a critical process parameter for hydrochars’ structural properties. …”
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Enhanced bacteriostatic effects of phage vB_C4 and cell wall-targeting antibiotic combinations against drug-resistant Aeromonas veronii by Xin Cao, Yanqiong Tang, ZhenZhang Lu, Xiang Ma, Hong Li, Xue Chi, Juanjuan Li, Zhu Liu

“…Furthermore, the phage dosage was critical in optimizing the antimicrobial effect when used in conjunction with antibiotics. …”
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Study of Regulatory and Institutional Framework for the Relocation of the National Capital in Indonesia by Arif Hidayat, Laga Sugiarto, Dewi Sulistianingsih, Bintang Rafli Ananta, Muhammad Abid A Syakur

“…However, the enactment of Law No. 3 of 2022, which serves as the legal basis for the relocation, has faced significant criticism, particularly regarding the regulatory, institutional, and funding aspects. …”
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Leveraging Next-Generation Sequencing Application from Identity to Purity Profiling of Nucleic Acid-Based Products by Rucha Wadapurkar, Swarda Deo, Renuka Khanzode, Ajay Singh

“…<b>Results</b>: Our workflow predicted most of the critical quality controls of mRNA vaccine and plasmid DNA samples, especially focusing on the identity and the nucleotide-based impurities. …”
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3D printing driving innovations in extreme low-temperature energy storage by Shutong Qin, Jiao Dai, Haoran Tian, Hanyuan Zhang, Jingru Huang, Tianqi Guan, Weilin Xu, Jun Wan

“…Unlike studies focused on single materials or technologies, this review adopts an interdisciplinary and systematic framework, linking material properties with 3D printing optimisation. It provides critical theoretical guidance and practical insights for advancing the scientific understanding and engineering applications of extreme low-temperature energy storage technologies.This review explores 3D printing technologies as a transformative approach, integrating material design and advanced manufacturing to address structural optimisation and interfacial engineering challenges in extreme low-temperature energy storage.…”
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Evidence of vancomycin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus, multidrug-resistant S. aureus, and Enterococcus faecium-causing mastitis in Thailand and Cambodia by Sambo Na, Montira Intanon, Anyaphat Srithanasuwan, Wasana Chaisri, Witaya Suriyasathaporn

“…Background and Aim: Bovine mastitis, an inflammatory condition of the mammary gland, is a critical economic issue in the dairy industry. Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) to mastitis-causing pathogens poses a significant threat to dairy operations in Thailand and Cambodia. …”
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Drivers in the conservation of urban green space depletion: A case study of Wa Municipality, Ghana by Sabastian Batasuma, Wei Cao, Nathan Awelama Atigah, Emefa Acorlor Garnet, Joshua Kojo Bonzo, Justice Gyimah

“…Using statistical analysis and qualitative insights combined, the study revealed that while regulatory policies play a positive role in the preservation of green spaces (with a regression coefficient of Rp = 1.07, p < 0.01), both urbanization (Ur = -0.14, p < 0.05) and human behavior (Hb = -0.34, p < 0.05) significantly contribute to their decline.These findings highlight the critical need for robust legal frameworks and active community engagement to mitigate the negative effects of environmental degradation. …”
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Benthic algal community dynamics on Palmyra Atoll throughout a decade with two thermal anomalies by Adi Khen, Maggie D. Johnson, Michael D. Fox, Jennifer E. Smith

“…Long-term monitoring of coral reef algal communities is critical for understanding their differential responses to thermal stress and can improve projections of ecosystem functioning in the context of global change.…”
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Diversity and Conservation of Carnivores in Saudi Arabia by Ali Al Ahmari, Farah Neyaz, Faisal Shuraim, Abdul Rahman Al Ghamdi, Ahmad Al Boug, Mesfer Alhlafi, Sharif Al Jbour, Francesco M. Angelici, Saleh Alaamri, Khalid Al Masabi, Zuhair Sami Amr

“…Major threats affecting carnivores include killing and animal trade. The status of the critically endangered species, <i>Panthera pardus nimr</i>, was discussed. …”
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Chordoma Spontaneous Regression After COVID-19 by Luis Fernando Moura da Silva Junior, Gyl Eanes Barros Silva, Marcos Adriano Garcia Campos, Antonio Augusto Lima Teixeira Júnior, Ramon Moura Santos, Orlando José dos Santos, Natalino Salgado Filho

“…It was concluded that T-cells, which are involved in the COVID-19 immune response and were found infiltrating the tumor, acted as a critical pathway to this event. Further studies are encouraged in order to gain a better understanding of the SARS-CoV-2–chordoma interaction.…”
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Impetus of US hospital leaders to invest in patient-reported outcome measures (PROMs): a qualitative study by Andrea L Pusic, Marilyn Heng, Danny Mou, Rachel C Sisodia, Meredith B Rosenthal, Barbara Bokhour, Christer Mjåset, Claire M Sokas, Azan Virji

“…Understanding why leaders of major healthcare institutions invest in PROMs is critical to understanding the role that PROMs play in the US healthcare system.…”
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Fatigue State Evaluation of Urban Railway Transit Drivers Using Psychological, Biological, and Physical Response Signals by Hao Wu, Yubo Jiao, Chaozhe Jiang, Tong Wang, Jiangbo Yu

“…., fatigue state) is critical in improving the safety of urban rail transit operations. …”
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A Comparative Study on Drought Stress Response In Vitro and In Vivo Propagated <i>Fragaria vesca</i> Plants by Marta Rokosa, Małgorzata Mikiciuk, Danuta Kulpa, Piotr Ptak

“…The evaluation of plant responses to water deficit in the substrate, particularly in the context of intensifying climate change, represents a critical factor for ensuring stable agricultural production, economic resilience, and food security. …”
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