The Characteristics Variation of Hepatic Progenitors after TGF-β1-Induced Transition and EGF-Induced Reversion by Ping Wang, Min Cong, Tianhui Liu, Aiting Yang, Guangyong Sun, Dong Zhang, Jian Huang, Shujie Sun, Jia Mao, Hong Ma, Jidong Jia, Hong You

“…During TGF-β1-induced transition and EGF-induced reversion, hepatic oval cells sustained their progenitor cell marker expression, including α-fetoprotein, albumin, and cytokeratin-19. …”
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Spatiotemporal Coupling Coordination Analysis of Social Economy and Resource Environment of Central Cities in the Yellow River Basin by Huimin Li, Zanmei Jiang, Guanghua Dong, Lunyan Wang, Xin Huang, Xiang Gu, Yinju Guo

“…With the rapid economic and social development and accelerated urbanization, the negative ecological impact of major river basins worldwide has been deepening, which is gradually threatening the sustainable development of cities. This study establishes the model of the coupling coordination relationship between social economy and resources environment of nine central cities in the Yellow River Basin. …”
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Can Rural Industrial Convergence Alleviate Urban–Rural Income Inequality?: Empirical Evidence from China by Zhenyu Qi, Zixing Wu, Yuezhou You, Xiaoying Zhan

“…In many countries, the urban–rural income inequality affects healthy and sustainable economic development and is a pressing issue that requires immediate attention. …”
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An experimental and numerical study of the ballistic behavior of an epoxy matrix hybrid composite reinforced with aramid fabric and fique fabric by Bernardo Soares Avila de Cêa, Raí Felipe Pereira Junio, Douglas Santos Silva, Fábio da Costa Garcia Filho, Sergio Neves Monteiro, Lucio Fabio Cassiano Nascimento

“…Natural lignocellulosic fibers emerge as a more sustainable alternative, although they face challenges. …”
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Multi‐Model Assessment of Groundwater Recharge Across Europe Under Warming Climate by Rohini Kumar, Luis Samaniego, Stephan Thober, Oldrich Rakovec, Andreas Marx, Niko Wanders, Ming Pan, Falk Hesse, Sabine Attinger

“…Abstract Climate change threatens the sustainable use of groundwater resources worldwide by affecting future recharge rates. …”
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3D printed magnesium silicate/β-tricalcium phosphate scaffolds promote coupled osteogenesis and angiogenesis by Lulu Wang, Mingkui Shen, Zhongxin Tang, Jun Tan, Kuankuan Li, Haijun Ma

“…Achieving magnesium and silicon ions sustained release, 3D printed MS/β-TCP scaffolds possessed appropriate mechanical properties and had excellent biocompatibility that was suitable for osteoblastic MC3T3-E1 cells and human umbilical vein endothelial cells (HUVECs) with proliferation, adhesion, and migration. …”
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From Waste to Value: Optimization of Ultrasound-Assisted Extraction of Anthocyanins and Flavonols from <i>Pistacia lentiscus</i> L. Oilcakes by Lucrezia Muti, Luana Beatriz dos Santos Nascimento, Giulia Goracci, Cassandra Detti, Cecilia Brunetti, Anna Rita Bilia, Francesco Ferrini, Antonella Gori

“…By elucidating the optimal conditions for extracting anthocyanins and flavonol glycosides, this study opens promising avenues for utilizing <i>P. lentiscus</i> oilcake by-products, supporting sustainable practices, and advancing the valorization of Mediterranean bio-resources for health-promoting applications.…”
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Estimation of groundwater recharge using the cumulative rainfall departure method for Bac Lieu province, Mekong Delta, Vietnam by Trinh Hoai Thu, Shakirov, Renat B., Nguyen Van Hoang, Tran Thi Thuy Huong, Nguyen The Chuyen, Lee, Natalia S., @ Maltceva, Elena V., Venikova, Anna L.

“…GW is currently extensively exploited and is an important source of freshwater for people in the Mekong Delta, Vietnam, especially during dry seasons. To achieve sustainable utilization of GW resources in the delta, it is essential to determine the annual renewable GW reserve from the rainfall recharge. …”
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GmERF57 negatively regulates root development and phosphate absorption in soybean by Hongqing Zhu, Dandan Hu, Yifei Yang, Xuhao Zhai, Shanshan Zhang, Mengshi He, Huifang Zuo, Lina Zhang, Mengjun Xu, Shanshan Chu, Haiyan Lü, Hengyou Zhang, Yu Zhang, Dan Zhang

“…Therefore, improving Pi utilization and uptake efficiency in plants is crucial for sustainable agriculture. Previously, we identified soybean Ethylene Response Factor 57 (GmERF57) as a candidate gene responsible for q20, a major QTL associated with soybean low Pi (LP) tolerance-related traits identified through QTL mapping and genome-wide association analysis (GWAS). …”
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A thermo-responsive chitosan-based injectable hydrogel for delivery of curcumin-loaded polycaprolactone microspheres to articular cartilage: in-vitro and in-vivo assessments by Farnoosh Kalantarnia, Sasan Maleki, Amir Shamloo, Kazem Akbarnataj, Sayed Navid Tavoosi

“…Additionally, polycaprolactone microspheres, prepared by solid/oil/water method, were used to enhance the bio-availability of curcumin and its sustained delivery. The hydrogel system containing drug-loaded microspheres showed ∼23.55 % drug released by day 7. …”
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Ag-Ag2O nanocomposite biosynthesis by mixed bacterial cultivation and effect of the ph on size and optical properties of the nanocomposite by Morad G. S. S. Al-Asbahi, Bashir A. Al-Ofiri, Fuad A. A. Saad, Adnan Alnehia, Muhammad Hadi

“…These findings indicate the potential applications of the biogenic Ag-Ag2O nanocomposites in medical and environmental fields, offering a sustainable solution to challenges associated with bacterial contamination. …”
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Molecular Mechanisms Underlying Substance Transport, Signal Transduction, and Anti-Stress Regulation, as Well as Anti-Alkaline Regulation via <i>Bursicon</i> in the Cerebral Gangli... by Meiyao Wang, Jun Zhou, Jiachun Ge, Gangchun Xu, Yongkai Tang

“…These findings also offer a theoretical reference for promoting the sustainable development of the <i>E. sinensis</i> breeding industry under saline–alkali conditions.…”
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Deep Reinforcemnet Learning for Robust Beamforming in Integrated Sensing, Communication and Power Transmission Systems by Chenfei Xie, Yue Xiu, Songjie Yang, Qilong Miao, Lu Chen, Yong Gao, Zhongpei Zhang

“…A communication network integrating multiple modes can effectively support the sustainable development of next-generation wireless communications. …”
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Strengthening National Immunization Technical Advisory Groups: Twelve Years of Progress (2012–2023) by Louise Henaff, Laure Dumolard, Vinod Bura, Gerald Etapelong Sume, Sidy Ndiaye, Jennifer Sanwogou, Heeyoun Cho, Joachim Hombach, Christoph A. Steffen

“…Discussion: Marked progress has been made since 2012 on establishing and maintaining NITAGs, with a small number of countries yet to form an advisory committee. Supporting and sustaining NITAG functions remains an important means for countries to foster independent and transparent expert advice on vaccine and immunization policy. …”
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A Framework for Developing Biodiversity Conservation Networks Based on Morphological Spatial Pattern Analysis and the Maximum Entropy Model: A Case Study of the Jianghan Plain, Chi... by Xiaohua Guo, Chang Liu, Shibo Bi, Xuewen Zhang

“…This study provides a novel framework and theoretical support for regional habitat, biodiversity conservation, and sustainable development.…”
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A green approach to recovering lithium and cobalt from spent lithium-ion batteries using dilute HCl solution mixed with H. sabdariffa flower extract as a leaching agent by Tran T.T., Nguyen T.H., Nguyen P.D., Lee M.S.

“…Studies on the recovery of lithium and cobalt from spent lithium-ion batteries have attracted a lot of attention in recent years. For a sustainable battery industry, processes for the recycling of valuable metals from spent batteries have been continuously improved and developed via a “green” approach. …”
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Association of Cardiovascular Hyperreactivity and Obesity between Sedentary and Active Individuals by Milagros Lisset León Regal, Lázaro Hermes González Otero, Luis Alberto Mass Sosa, Jacqueline Zamora Galindo, Lucía Baños Leyva, Claudia González Martínez

“…The variables analyzed were: age, sex, skin color, level of sedentary lifestyle, pressure baseline blood pressure with the sustained weight test, body mass index and abdominal waist. …”
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Time to speed up, not slow down: A narrative review on the importance of community-based physical activity among older people by Robyn Hambrook, Geoff Middleton, Daniel C Bishop, Lee Crust, David R Broom

“…Discussion: While the prescription and community-based programmes for older adults vary in format, structure and effectiveness, it is perhaps more important to promote the general concept of encouraging as many individuals to participate and adhere to sustained PA in later life, particularly as so many benefits are accrued from simply taking part.…”

Adapting the WHO Safe Childbirth Checklist: A collaborative study in West Africa by Kadidiatou R. Kourouma, Tieba Millogo, Aissatou Diallo, Wambi M.E. Yaméogo, Marie L. Agbré-Yacé, Mamadou D. Baldé, Issaka Tiembré, Alexandre Delamou, Séni Kouanda

“…Conclusion: The study emphasised the importance of engaging all stakeholders and end users in the adaptation process for a sustainable use of the tool. Contribution: This collaborative effort between countries to develop a unified SCC highlights the importance of adaptation based on national guidelines and local contexts.…”
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Unloading damage evolution and rockburst risk assessment of Xuefengshan No.1 tunnel by combining multiple approaches by Guo Xiang, Xiaohua Zhang, Shengnian Wang, Zhijian Wu, Xinming Pan, Dehui Xu

“…The deep-buried granite and slate sustained greater damage during the rockburst compared to sandstone. …”
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