Differential expression of five genes during sclerotium formation of Rhizoctonia solani by WANG Wei, YANG Hui, WANG Zhengyi, CHEN Weiliang

“…Rhizoctonia solani is an important plant pathogenic fungus with a wide host range and worldwide distribution, and the sclerotia are the main source of infection for the diseases caused by this pathogen. …”
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Implementation of a wireless sensor network for irrigation management in drip irrigation systems by Mehmet Kamil Meriç

“…By providing real-time data and remote-control capabilities, the integrated system offers a tool for optimizing water usage and conserving water resources.…”
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Development of Cyber Security Platform for Experiential Learning by Abhishek Vaish, Ravindra Kumar, Samo Bobek, Simona Sternad

“…The proposed platform CySecLearn is a collection of various functionalities and features that ensures experiential learning, will help the learner to develop critical thinking and expertise in network security and promote digital literacy in the domain of cyber security.…”
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The Design of Food Safety Management System (FSMS) Plan for Rice Fortification Kernel (RFK) Factory – A Case Study by T. Khatun, M. Asaduzzaman

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De Novo Assembly of the Polyhydroxybutyrate (PHB) Producer <i>Azohydromonas lata</i> Strain H1 Genome and Genomic Analysis of PHB Production Machinery by Daniele Traversa, Carlo Pazzani, Pietro D’Addabbo, Lucia Trisolini, Matteo Chiara, Marta Oliva, Angelo Marzella, Camilla Mandorino, Carla Calia, Guglielmina Chimienti, Caterina Manzari, Graziano Pesole, Maria Scrascia

“…In addition to the <i>phaCAB</i> operon, single genes ascribable to PhaC and PhaA functions and auxiliary genes were also detected. A comparative genomic analysis of the available genomes of the genus <i>Azohydromonas</i> revealed the presence of <i>phaCAB</i> and auxiliary genes in all <i>Azohydromonas</i> species investigated, suggesting that the PHB production is a common feature of the genus. …”
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Synthesis of aluminum oxide nanoparticles using seeds of Carica papaya and evaluation of it for antimicrobial, antioxidant, and photocatalysis activity by Indrani Laskar, Rajib Saha

“…The presence of an absorption peak at a wavelength of 272 nm in the synthesized nanoparticles was detected by UV–Vis spectroscopy analysis. The results of the FTIR study confirmed the existence of various chemicals and functional groups in the 500–4000 cm−1 range. …”
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A Validation Tool (VaPCE) for Postcoordinated SNOMED CT Expressions: Development and Usability Study by Tessa Ohlsen, Viola Hofer, Josef Ingenerf

“…When errors are detected, the tool processes the SNOMED CT Concept Model in JSON format and applies predefined error categories. …”
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Comprehensive Phenotypic Characterization and Genomic Analysis Unveil the Probiotic Potential of <i>Bacillus velezensis</i> K12 by Yingying Tang, Tian Li, Yihong Huang, Liangliang Wu, Xiaobo Liu, Ruichao Yue, Jianmin Yuan

“…The complete genome sequencing of <i>B. velezensis</i> K12 revealed a genomic length of 3,973,105 base pairs containing 4123 coding genes, among which 3973 genes were functionally annotated. The genomic analysis identified genes associated with acid and bile tolerance, adhesion, antioxidants, and secondary metabolite production, whereas no functional genes related to enterotoxins or transferable antibiotic resistance were detected, thereby confirming the probiotic properties of <i>B. velezensis</i> K12. …”
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Wuling capsule alleviates hyperuricaemia and protects UA- injured HK-2 cells by regulating uric acid transporter proteins by Nan Li, Hongna Liu, Zhongxing Song, Rui Zhou, Zhishu Tang, Zhishu Tang, Hongbo Xu, Xinbo Shi, Yanru Liu, Jian Ni

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Oxidative Stress Markers and C-Reactive Protein Are Related to Severity of Heart Failure in Patients with Dilated Cardiomyopathy by Celina Wojciechowska, Ewa Romuk, Andrzej Tomasik, Bronisława Skrzep-Poloczek, Ewa Nowalany-Kozielska, Ewa Birkner, Wojciech Jacheć

“…Increased MnSOD activity indicates the mitochondrial source of ROS in patients with advanced heart failure.…”
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Enhancing Medium-Chain Fatty Acid Delivery Through Bigel Technology by Manuela Machado, Eduardo M. Costa, Sara Silva, Sérgio C. Sousa, Ana Maria Gomes, Manuela Pintado

“…This study presents the development and characterization of medium-chain fatty acid (MCFA)-loaded bigels, using coconut oil as the MCFA source. The bigels exhibited high oil binding capacity, ranging from 87% to 98%, effectively retaining MCFAs within the matrix, with lauric acid (C12) being the main component detected within the bigels at 178.32 ± 0.10 mg/g. …”
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Integrating Ambient In-Home Sensor Data and Electronic Health Record Data for the Prediction of Outcomes in Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis: Protocol for an Exploratory Feasibility S... by William E Janes, Noah Marchal, Xing Song, Mihail Popescu, Abu Saleh Mohammad Mosa, Juliana H Earwood, Vovanti Jones, Marjorie Skubic

“…Sensor data are subjected to a multidimensional streaming clustering algorithm to detect changes in health status. Specific health outcomes are identified in the EHR and extracted via the REDCap (Research Electronic Data Capture; Vanderbilt University) Fast Healthcare Interoperability Resource directly into a secure database. …”
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Genomic Signatures of Positive Selection and Local Adaptation in Ethiopian Sheep Populations by B. E. Demissie, G. M. Tarekegn, H. Dadi, Z. Edea, A. A. Woldesemayat, K-S Kim, S. Girma, T. Seyoum, K. Melaku, S. Keskes

“…Fixation index (FST) and cross-population extended haplotype homozygosity (XPEHH) methods were used to detect signatures of positive selection. Functional analysis revealed genes related to plateau adaptation, immune response, and tail fat formation. …”
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Evaluation of allergenic protein profiles in three Chinese high-oleic acid peanut cultivars using NanoLC-Orbitrap mass spectrometry by Xinke Yang, Haochen Bai, Lijun Yin, Jin Wang, Wentong Xue, Xin Jia

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Research note: Harnessing the potential of chicken blastodermal cells as a new frontier in poultry science and biotechnology – Establishment of embryonic stem cells and their diffe... by Małgorzata Duda, Patrycja Maciak, Grzegorz Tylko, Kamil Wartalski, Monika Trzcińska, Marek Romek, Marcin Samiec

“…These findings highlight the potential of B-ESCs as a valuable source for propagating SC-LCs, with implications for regenerative medicine and neural/glial tissue engineering applications. …”
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Targeted proteomics for absolute quantification of glucose transporter 1 in mammalian brain cells using liquid chromatography-mass spectrometry by Yash Mehta, Dhavalkumar Patel, Iqra Pervaiz, Ulrich Bickel, Abraham Jacob Al-Ahmad

“…Glucose represents a major source of energy for mammalian brains. Its uptake is tributary to a functional glucose transporter (GLUT1) expression at the blood-brain barrier (BBB). …”
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Strategies and Challenges for Unmanned Aerial Vehicle-Based Continuous Inspection and Predictive Maintenance of Solar Modules by Ghulam E. Mustafa Abro, Amjad Ali, Sufyan Ali Memon, Tayab Din Memon, Faheem Khan

“…Our review paper emphasizes instant functionality and practical insights for predictive maintenance, without necessitating complex computing resources or optimization tools. …”
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Predicting the Likelihood of Operational Risk Occurrence in the Banking Industry Using Machine Learning Algorithms by Hamed Naderi, Mohammad Ali Rastegar Sorkhe, Bakhtiar Ostadi, Mehrdad Kargari

“…Machine learning models can process complex datasets, identify hidden patterns, and facilitate early risk detection, enabling banks to implement preventive measures before risks materialize. …”
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Evaluation of innovative technology market potential on the basis of technology audit by Oleksandra Kosenko, Victoriia Cherepanova, Iryna Dolyna, Viktoriia Matrosova, Olena Kolotiuk

“…This mechanism is built on structure evaluation table of technology market potential level detection as an object of commercialization. To ensure the efficiency of practical effect of the mechanism proposed, the authors systematized and completed methods of functional analysis and scanning of market environment for the purpose of qualitative comprehensive evaluation and innovative technology market potential forecasting.Introduction of the proposed evaluation method for technology market potential will result in the improvement of efficiency of enterprise innovation activity due to more rational distribution of available resources and immediate financing of developments with greater market potential.…”
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Metaproteomics in the One Health framework for unraveling microbial effectors in microbiomes by Robert Heyer, Maximilian Wolf, Dirk Benndorf, Sergio Uzzau, Jana Seifert, Lucia Grenga, Martin Pabst, Heike Schmitt, Bart Mesuere, Tim Van Den Bossche, Sven-Bastiaan Haange, Nico Jehmlich, Mariagrazia Di Luca, Manuel Ferrer, Sergio Serrano-Villar, Jean Armengaud, Helge B. Bode, Patrick Hellwig, Catherine Robbe Masselot, Renaud Léonard, Paul Wilmes

“…Metaproteomics offers a novel methodological framework as it provides insights into microbial dynamics by quantifying microbial biomass composition, metabolic functions, and detecting effectors like viruses, antimicrobial resistance proteins, and non-ribosomal peptides. …”
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