Multidisciplinary approach to functional somatic syndromes: study protocol for a population-based prospective cohort study by Hamidreza Roohafza, Harold Snieder, Fatemeh Hadizadeh, Peyman Adibi, Alireza Ani, Ahmad Vaez

“…Introduction Isfahan functional disorders (ISFUN) cohort study aims to describe the interplay of genetic and environmental factors in shaping the characteristics of functional somatic syndromes (FSS). …”
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Interaction between arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi and dark septate endophytes in the root systems of Populus euphratica and Haloxylon ammodendron under different drought conditions... by Huimei Wang, Huimei Wang, Hengfang Wang, Hengfang Wang, Shengtao Wei, Shengtao Wei, Li Sun, Li Sun, Li Sun, Linlin Cheng, Linlin Cheng

“…Background and AimsArbuscular mycorrhizal fungi (AMF) and dark septate endophytes (DSE) are known to enhance the tolerance of host plants to biotic and abiotic stresses, but the mechanism of their interaction under natural conditions has not been extensively studied.MethodsWe analyzed the endophytic fungal diversity and colonization characteristics in the typical desert plants Populus euphratica and Haloxylon ammodendron and the relationship between them and environmental factors.ResultsExcept for DSE in the roots of H. ammodendron, the colonization rates of AMF and DSE were significantly positively correlated with drought severity. …”
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Biodiversity futures: digital approaches to knowledge and conservation of biological diversity by H. Freitas, H. Freitas, A. C. Gouveia, A. C. Gouveia

“…Despite their immense potential, digital solutions raise concerns about technology and data accessibility, environmental impacts, and technical limitations, as well as the need for specialized human resources, robust collaboration networks, and effective communication strategies. …”
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Bio-inspired preparation of Ag NPs, rGO, and Ag/rGO nanocomposites for acoustical, antioxidant, and plant growth regulatory studies by Prashant D. Sarvalkar, Anuj S. Jagtap, Neeraj R. Prasad, Amit R. Yaul, Kiran Kumar K. Sharma, Avinash A. Ramteke

“…This study bridges the gap in understanding the acoustical and multifunctional properties of nanocomposites for biomedical, agricultural, and environmental applications.…”
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Multi-step pre-treatment of rice husk for fractionation of components including silica by Shinnosuke Ishida, Shinji Kudo, Shinji Kudo, Shusaku Asano, Shusaku Asano, Jun-ichiro Hayashi, Jun-ichiro Hayashi

“…Notably, this method reduces environmental negative impact by avoiding the use of acids while utilizing renewable solvents. …”
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Drastic Improvements in Air Quality in Ecuador during the COVID-19 Outbreak by Rasa Zalakeviciute, Renne Vasquez, Daniel Bayas, Adrian Buenano, Danilo Mejia, Rafael Zegarra, Valeria Diaz, Brian Lamb

“…Despite social and economic concerns, this epidemiologic emergency has brought unexpected positive consequences for environmental quality as human activities were reduced. …”
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Urban growth dynamics and its influence on land surface temperature in Bhubaneswar metropolitan city: a 1990–2021 analysis by Monashree Panigrahi, Arabinda Sharma

“…The study’s outcomes provide a scientific basis for urban planners to design strategies that balance urban growth with environmental sustainability, aiming to reduce the city’s rising temperatures and promote a resilient urban ecosystem.…”
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Within-species variation in the gut microbiome of medaka (Oryzias latipes) is driven by the interaction of light intensity and genetic background by Evangelista, Charlotte, Kamenova, Stefaniya, Diaz Pauli, Beatriz, Sandkjenn, Joakim, Vøllestad, Leif Asbjørn, Edeline, Eric, Trosvik, Pål, de Muinck, Eric Jacques

“…Here, we aimed to evaluate whether an evolutionary response to size-selective mortality influences the gut microbiome of medaka (Oryzias latipes), how environmental conditions interact with the genetic background of medaka on their microbiota, and the association between microbiome diversity and medaka growth-related traits. …”
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Understanding Investigational Perspective of Antioxidant and Antibacterial Properties of Rice by Intan Farahanah, Shariza Sahudin, Hannis Fadzillah Mohsin, Siti Alwani Ariffin, Liyana Dhamirah Aminuddin

“…Despite this growing interest, there remains a pressing need for a comprehensive evaluation of the methods used to analyze these bioactive compounds, considering the diversity of rice types and the influence of environmental factors. This review aims to provide an in-depth overview of recent analytical methods, particularly those employed over the last five years, to assess the antioxidant and antibacterial properties of rice. …”
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A phenomenological qualitative study based on the multi-theory model (MTM) of health behavior change to identify factors and ways to design interventions for quitting gambling amon... by Laurencia BONSU, Sidath KAPUKOTUWA, Anita CHATTERJEE, Asma AWAN, Manoj SHARMA

“…Interview narratives were coded into categories related to social, psychological, and environmental factors. Similarly, the sustenance phase is investigated, shedding light on the mechanisms that contribute to the continuation of gambling quitting behaviors over time. …”
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Study of Interface Adhesion Between Polyurethane and Aggregate Based on Surface Free Energy Theory and Molecular Dynamics Simulation by Zengping Zhang, Jiajun Ji, Xue Li, Zhongbao Shi, Junjie Wang

“…Finally, the effects of different environmental conditions and aggregate types on the PU–aggregate adhesion properties were investigated. …”
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Computational Swarming: A Cultural Technique for Generative Architecture by Sebastian Vehlken

“…As a major, zoo-technological branch of ABM, Computational Swarm Intelligence (SI) coalesces all kinds of architectural elements – materials, people, environmental forces, traffic dynamics, etc. – into a collective population. …”
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Geographical distribution of eight neuromuscular disorders in the Netherlands based on a nationwide registry by Johanna C.W. Deenen, André L.M. Verbeek, Pieter A. van Doorn, Catharina G. Faber, Anneke J. van der Kooi, Nicolette C. Notermans, Jan J.G.M. Verschuuren, Baziel G.M. van Engelen, Nicol C. Voermans

“…Geographical mapping of the specific disorders is expected to provide valuable insights into clustering of the conditions, which points to possible environmental and genetical determinants. So far, mostly geographical maps of motor neuron diseases have been reported. …”
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Global progress in competitive co-evolution: a systematic comparison of alternative methods by Stefano Nolfi, Paolo Pagliuca

“…In this respect, competitive co-evolution is a widespread technique in which the coexistence of different learning agents fosters adaptation, which in turn makes agents experience continuously varying environmental conditions. However, a major pitfall is related to the emergence of endless limit cycles where agents discover, forget and rediscover similar strategies during evolution. …”
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The influence of depth on the global deep-sea plasmidome by Melany Calderón-Osorno, Dorian Rojas-Villalta, Franck Lejzerowicz, Jorge Cortés, Maria Arias-Andres, Keilor Rojas-Jimenez

“…Despite their importance, environmental plasmids remain understudied, particularly those in fragile and underexplored ecosystems such as the deep-sea. …”
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Computational Study of Some Urolithin Derivatives-based Biomass Corrosion Inhibitors on the Fe (110), Cu(111) and Al(111) Surface by Rebaz A. Omer

“… Corrosion poses a significant economic and environmental burden, highlighting the need for sustainable corrosion inhibitors. …”
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Insights into greener Miocene biomes and globally enhanced terrestrial productivity from fossil leaves by Tammo Reichgelt, Christopher K. West

“…Leaf megafloras represent a snapshot of local environmental conditions in Earth's history. As such, they are an important way to understand terrestrial climate analogues for future warmer climate scenarios. …”
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Comprehensive genome-wide analysis of ARF transcription factors in orchardgrass (Dactylis glomerata): the positive regulatory role of DgARF7 in drought resistance by Miaoli Wang, Wen Liu, Guangyan Feng, Gang Nie, Zhongfu Yang, Feixiang Hao, Linkai Huang, Xinquan Zhang

“…Abstract Auxin response factor (ARF), a transcription factor, is crucial in controlling growth, development, and response to environmental stress. Orchardgrass (Dactylis glomerata) is an economically significant, widely cultivated forage grass. …”
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Predicting Traffic Accident Risk in Seoul Metropolitan City: A Dataset Construction Approach by Ji-Woong Yang, Hyeon-Jin Jung, Tae-Wook Kim, Han-Jin Lee, Ellen J. Hong

“…However, most existing research employs data without thoroughly analyzing its definitive correlation with traffic accidents, focusing solely on an overarching integration process or exclusively considering road conditions, while neglecting environmental factors surrounding the roads. Therefore, this paper focuses on a detailed analysis of factors contributing to traffic accidents in Seoul, the capital city of South Korea, limiting the study period from January 2020 to December 2021. …”
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Pertumbuhan Cacing Sutra (Tubifex sp) Pada Substrat Lumpur, Pasir, dan Kombinasinya by Allan Buddie Santoso, Kukuh Madyaningrana, Kisworo Kisworo

“…Tubifex sp growth was measured on biomass, number of individuals, and average body weight, while pH, temperature, dissolved oxygen and total organic matter were listed as measured environmental parameters. The use of sand and mud combination as substrate was better than a single sand or mud alone to support Tubifex sp growth. …”
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