Accuracy analysis of various earthquake catalogs based on ground truth locations：Several M5 earthquakes in the southwest region of China by Jie Yang, Wangwang Gu, Han Zhang, Sidao Ni, Risheng Chu, Minhan Sheng, Baolong Zhang

“…Accurate epicenter location is crucial for assessing seismic hazards and risks, investigating seismicity, and exploring the Earth’s internal structure. Numerous global institutions routinely release earthquake catalogs, providing the earthquake source parameters such as epicenter locations. …”
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Studies on the Effect of Laser Shock Peening Intensity on the Mechanical Properties of Wire Arc Additive Manufactured SS316L by Geethapriyan Thangamani, Santosh Kumar Tamang, Md Saad Patel, Jinoop Arackal Narayanan, Muthuramalingam Thangaraj, Jufan Zhang, Pardeep Kumar Gianchandani, Palani Iyamperumal Anand

“…This is due to LSP effectively enhancing the mechanical properties and structural integrity of WAAM-fabricated SS316L, reducing porosity, and refining the microstructure. …”
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Mapping existing research on flushing peripheral vascular catheters: a scoping review protocol by Liping Liu, Peter J Carr, Orlaith Hernon, Jiaxin Deng, Catriona Duggan, Leo R Quinlan, Zina Alfahl

“…The reporting will follow the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses extension for scoping reviews, with the results and discussion structured according to the Patterns, Advances, Gaps, Evidence for practice and Research recommendations framework.Ethics and dissemination Ethics approval is not required for this study. …”
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Dissecting the biophysical mechanisms of oleate hydratase association with membranes by William A. Lathram, Robert J. Neff, Ashley N. Zalla, James D. Brien, Vivekanandan Subramanian, Christopher D. Radka

“…OhyA binds the membrane bilayer to access membrane-embedded substrates for catalysis, and structural studies have revealed that OhyA forms oligomers on membrane surfaces, stabilized by both protein-protein and protein-lipid interactions. …”
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Effect of empowerment-based interventions on self-efficacy and self-care capacity among patients with sickle cell disease: A randomized controlled trial by Zohour Ibrahim Rashwan, Hasan Abdali Khalil, Leena Mohamed Khonji, Gayathripriya Narayanan, Marwan Kamal Altheeb, Roseben Pradeep, Rajeswari Krishnasamy, Magda Mohamed Bayoumi

“…The intervention group received the empowerment-based intervention implemented through structured small-group discussion sessions, individualized consultations (5A model: assess, advise, agree, assist, and arrange), and follow-up sessions, while the control group received routine health education. …”
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Competitive displacement of lipoprotein lipase from heparan sulfate is orchestrated by a disordered acidic cluster in GPIHBP1 by Anamika Biswas, Samina Arshid, Kristian Kølby Kristensen, Thomas J.D. Jørgensen, Michael Ploug

“…Due to its disordered state, the crystal structure of LPL•GPIHBP1 provided no information on these electrostatic interactions between LPL and GPIHBP1 acidic tail. …”
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Predictive, preventive and personalized project of vascular cognitive impairment in China (P3): Study design and interim baseline patient characteristics of a Nationwide multicente... by Linlin Wang, Jiwei Jiang, Yanli Wang, Gaifen Liu, Wenyi Li, Qiwei Ren, Shirui Jiang, Min Zhao, Huiying Zhang, Tianlin Jiang, Shiyi Yang, Mei Cui, Qiang Dong, Jun Xu

“…Nearly 95% of the patients underwent structural MRI and ASL, and 60% of patients completed fMRI and DKI or DTI. …”
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Molecular Insights Into the Sensory Adaption of the Cave‐Dwelling Leech Sinospelaeobdella wulingensis to the Karst Cave Environment by Xi Wen, Haiyang Xiang, Mengqing Zhang, Aoran Yan, Dongqing Xiang, Jie Zou, Yue Zhang, Xinglong Huang, Zhixiao Liu

“…These channels/receptors are transmembrane proteins sharing conserved structural features in the respective protein families. …”
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Key attributes of nitrocellulose-based energetic materials and recent developments by Khoirul Solehah Abdul Rahim, Alinda Samsuri, Siti Hasnawati Jamal, Siti Aminah Mohd Nor, Siti Nor Ain Rusly, Hafizah Ariff, Nur Shazwani Abdul Latif

“…Modern techniques such as PCR-based detection and dynamic light scattering have enabled precise analysis of NC properties, including variations in the degree of substitution and molar mass, which allow for tailoring the chemical structure to meet specific performance needs. Special attention is given to the combustion dynamics of NC-based propellants, with an emphasis on reaction zones, performance characteristics, and optimization strategies that enhance their overall efficacy. …”
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Tiny clue reveals the general trend: a bibliometric and visualized analysis of renal microcirculation by Bing Wang, Mengting Xu, Sunjing Fu, Yingyu Wang, Hao Ling, Yuan Li, Bingwei Li, Xueting Liu, Qin Ouyang, Xiaoyan Zhang, Ailing Li, Xu Zhang, Mingming Liu

“…Background Renal microcirculation plays a pivotal role in kidney function by maintaining structural and functional integrity, facilitating oxygen and nutrient delivery, and waste removal. …”
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Synthesis of Fe3O4@MIL-101-OH/Chitosan for adsorption and release of doxorubicin by Iman Najafipour, Nafiseh Emami, Pegah Sadeh, Adonis Amoli, Sareh Mosleh-Shirazi, Ali Mohammad Amani, Hesam Kamyab, Shreeshivadasan Chelliapan, Seyed Reza Kasaee, Ehsan Vafa

“…The characterization results showed that the synthesized nanocomposite has a crystalline structure and good magnetic properties. Also, this nanocomposite has a high specific surface area (610.36 m2/g). …”
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Assessment of Self-Activation and Inhibition of Wheat Coiled-Coil Domain Containing NLR Immune Receptor Yr10_CG by Nan Wu, Wanqing Jiang, Zhaoxia Xiang, Raheel Asghar, Mahinur S. Akkaya

“…However, we observed that mutations in the conserved MHD motif, specifically D502G, activated Yr10_CG and induced cell death. Structural modeling indicated that this mutation disrupted key interactions within the MHD motif, promoting local flexibility and activation. …”
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Synergistic Antibacterial Action of Norfloxacin-Encapsulated G4 Hydrogels: The Role of Boronic Acid and Cyclodextrin by Monica-Cornelia Sardaru, Irina Rosca, Simona Morariu, Elena-Laura Ursu, Alexandru Rotaru

“…We systematically investigated how varying the number of free boronic acid moieties (ranging from two to six), along with guanosine and β-CD content, influences both the structural integrity and antimicrobial efficacy of these materials. …”
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Occupational exposure to flame retardants following production replacement and their effect on thyroid function indicators by Ling Meng, Tingting Guo, Yizhi Liu, Han Wu, Kang An, Xizhu Xu, Yuancheng Li

“…Overall, these results reflect the changes in the product structure. Free triiodothyronine (fT3) was moderately positively correlated with BDE-138, BDE-197, and TPHP (P < 0.05), and regression analysis further identified BDE-138 as a significant factor influencing fT3 levels. …”
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Analysis of Contact Position for Subthalamic Nucleus Deep Brain Stimulation-Induced Hyperhidrosis by Chunhui Yang, Yiqing Qiu, Xi Wu, Jiali Wang, Yina Wu, Xiaowu Hu

“…To analyze the hyperhidrosis neural network structure induced by subthalamic nucleus (STN) - deep brain stimulation (DBS). …”
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Patients’ acceptability and implementation outcomes of a case management approach to encourage participation in colorectal cancer screening for people with schizophrenia: a qualita... by Tempei Miyaji, Yosuke Uchitomi, Hiroyuki Okada, Masatoshi Inagaki, Maiko Fujimori, Taichi Shimazu, Masaki Fujiwara, Masafumi Kodama, Ryuhei So, Takanori Matsushita, Yusaku Yoshimura, Shigeo Horii, Hirokazu Takahashi, Naoki Nakaya, Shiro Hinotsu, Keita Harada, Norihito Yamada, Yuto Yamada, Tsuyoshi Etoh

“…In addition, three out of six providers were included.Data collection and analysis Using a structured interview, the case manager asked participants about patient acceptability and the helpful components of the intervention. …”
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Endangered Pinto/Northern Abalone (Haliotis kamtschatkana) are Panmictic Across Their 3700 km Range Along the Pacific Coast of North America by J. L. Dimond, J. V. Bouma, F. Lafarga‐De la Cruz, K. J. Supernault, T. White, D. A. Witting

“…Despite depleted populations, our analysis of over 6000 SNPs across nearly 300 individuals revealed that pinto abalone maintains a high genetic diversity with no evidence of a genetic bottleneck. Neutral population structure and isolation by distance were extremely weak, indicating panmixia across the species' range (global FST = 0.0021). …”
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Unveiling the Electrocatalytic Performances of the Pd-MoS₂ Catalyst for Methanol-Mediated Overall Water Splitting by Aviraj M. Teli, Sagar M. Mane, Rajneesh Kumar Mishra, Wookhee Jeon, Jae Cheol Shin

“…Further, high-resolution TEM (HRTEM) pictures confirm the lattice plane (100), lattice spacing (0.26 nm), and hexagonal crystal structure of the Pd-MoS₂. Moreover, high-angle annular dark-field (HAADF) images and related color maps disclose the Mo, S, and Pd elements of the Pd-MoS₂. …”
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Synergistic effects of PGPRs and fertilizer amendments on improving the yield and productivity of Canola (Brassica napus L.) by Haji Muhammad, Muhammad Ijaz, Abdul Sattar, Sami Ul-Allah, Ahmad Sher, Muhammad Asif, Muhammad Dilshad, Khalid Mahmood, Muhammad Waheed Riaz, Muhammad Saqlain Zaheer, Muhammad Rizwan, Salim Manoharadas

“…Additionally, the application of Bacillus subtilis with biochar at 2 tons/ha improved the yield and quality of canola, as well as the structure and nutrient regulation of the soil. Conclusion In light of these results, we recommend the application of Bacillus subtilis to canola seeds along with either 2 t/ha biochar or the entire recommended dose of N: P:K (140:55:40 kg/ha). …”
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Impact of water transfer on socioeconomic drought in China: A new approach based on production and consumption by Junlin Qu, Changhai Qin, Jiaxuan Chang, Yong Zhao, Hao Wang, Fan He

“…Demand management and shared responsibility must be strengthened to redistribute freshwater by adjusting consumption structure and supply-chain relationships.…”
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