A Comprehensive Quality Evaluation System for Medicinal Leeches by Integrating Macromolecular Protein Analysis and Small-Molecule Marker Detection as Well as Quantitative Bioassays by Wenduan Wang, Yufei Liu, Wenjiao Lou, Liangmian Chen, Tianze Xie, Zhimin Wang, Yue Ma, Huimin Gao

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Identification, Cloning, and Functional Characterization of Carotenoid Cleavage Dioxygenase (CCD) from <i>Olea europaea</i> and <i>Ipomoea nil</i> by Kaixuan Ke, Yufeng Zhang, Xinyi Wang, Zhaoyan Luo, Yangyang Chen, Xianying Fang, Linguo Zhao

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The effects of nicotine withdrawal on exercise-related physical ability and sports performance in nicotine addicts: a systematic review and meta-analysis by Kangzhe Bao, Kai Zheng, Xianxian Zhou, Baichao Chen, Zerui He, Danyang Zhu

“…Background Previous research has established that nicotine withdrawal can ameliorate cardiovascular and pulmonary function in smokers. Nevertheless, the impact on physical fitness and athletic performance remains under-investigated.Objective To evaluating the impacts of nicotine withdrawal on both exercise performance and exercise-associated physical capabilities in nicotine-dependent individuals.Study design A comprehensive systematic review and meta-analysis.Data sources The data was compiled from databases such as PubMed, Scopus, Web of Science, Cochrane Central, and EBSCO.Study selection The selection criteria required studies to elucidate the effects of nicotine withdrawal on exercise performance or exercise-related physical abilities. …”
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Functional Component Production Capabilities in Milk Fermentation of Some Featured Lactic Acid Bacteria Species for Use in Different Food Processes by Tuğba Kök Taş, Fatma Ecemnur Duran, Nilgün Özdemir, Ebru Çubuk Demiralay

“…Therefore, the findings of this study will provide the right strain selection for a fermented dairy product or a different non-dairy-based fermented product according to the desired functional properties. …”
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The interaction networks of small rubber particle proteins in the latex of Taraxacum koksaghyz reveal diverse functions in stress responses and secondary metabolism by Silva Melissa Wolters, Natalie Laibach, Jenny Riekötter, Kai-Uwe Roelfs, Boje Müller, Jürgen Eirich, Richard M. Twyman, Iris Finkemeier, Dirk Prüfer, Dirk Prüfer, Christian Schulze Gronover

“…The Russian dandelion (Taraxacum koksaghyz) is a promising source of natural rubber (NR). The synthesis of NR takes place on the surface of organelles known as rubber particles, which are found in latex – the cytoplasm of specialized cells known as laticifers. …”
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Lipase production from Bacillus safensis VC-6 isolated from the volcanic region of Copahue: optimization and functional genomic insights by Valeria Foronda, Valeria Foronda, Valeria Castellanos, Claudia Hoepfner, Claudia Hoepfner, Daniel Guzmán, Héctor Guzmán, Jerry L. Solis

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HGCS&#x2014;A Multiplex Transmission Method for Wide-Area Unmanned Aerial Vehicle Cluster Inspection Data in Hybrid Networked Transmission Lines by Ruchao Liao, Xionggang Li, Jinchao Guo, Wenxing Sun, Guoqiang Li

“…The HGCS algorithm in comparison to the existing algorithms uses the innovative hybrid approach, exploiting the strengths of different components to get an optimal balance between computational efficiency and resource utilization. These results show that HGCS is a robust choice to deal with fault detection in less time with a fair distribution of resources.…”
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Advances in the Endogenous and Exogenous Effects of Milk-derived Exosomes and Regulation of Intestinal Health by Yang PANG, Yi LI, Yue LUAN, Teng WANG, Qin WANG, Xiaoyun HE

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The Colonization of Synthetic Microbial Communities Carried by Bio-Organic Fertilizers in Continuous Cropping Soil for Potato Plants by Wenming Zhang, Shiqing Li, Pingliang Zhang, Xuyan Han, Yanhong Xing, Chenxu Yu

“…LEfSe analysis showed that the application of BOFs activated some rare species, which were correlated with improvements in the function categories of the tolerance of stress, nitrogen fixation, and saprotroph functions. …”
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Broad-line AGNs at 3.5 < z < 6: The Black Hole Mass Function and a Connection with Little Red Dots by Anthony J. Taylor, Steven L. Finkelstein, Dale D. Kocevski, Junehyoung Jeon, Volker Bromm, Ricardo O. Amorín, Pablo Arrabal Haro, Bren E. Backhaus, Micaela B. Bagley, Eduardo Banados, Rachana Bhatawdekar, Madisyn Brooks, Antonello Calabrò, Óscar A. Chávez Ortiz, Yingjie Cheng, Nikko J. Cleri, Justin W. Cole, Kelcey Davis, Mark Dickinson, Callum Donnan, James S. Dunlop, Richard S. Ellis, Vital Fernández, Adriano Fontana, Seiji Fujimoto, Mauro Giavalisco, Andrea Grazian, Jingsong Guo, Nimish P. Hathi, Benne W. Holwerda, Michaela Hirschmann, Kohei Inayoshi, Jeyhan S. Kartaltepe, Yana Khusanova, Anton M. Koekemoer, Vasily Kokorev, Rebecca L. Larson, Gene C. K. Leung, Ray A. Lucas, Derek J. McLeod, Lorenzo Napolitano, Masafusa Onoue, Fabio Pacucci, Casey Papovich, Pablo G. Pérez-González, Nor Pirzkal, Rachel S. Somerville, Jonathan R. Trump, Stephen M. Wilkins, L. Y. Aaron Yung, Haowen Zhang

“…We use a multistep pre-selection and Bayesian fitting to ensure a high-quality sample of sources with broad Balmer lines and narrow forbidden lines. …”
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Impact of low-load blood flow restriction training on knee osteoarthritis pain and muscle strength: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials by Qiuxiang Lin, Qiuxiang Lin, Debiao Yu, Debiao Yu, Debiao Yu, Yuping Zhang, Xiaoting Chen, Jiawei Qin, Fuchun Wu, Fuchun Wu, Fuchun Wu

“…This systematic review and meta-analysis aim to comprehensively assess the effects of LL-BFRT compared to conventional resistance training on pain, muscle strength, and functional capacity in individuals with KOA.Data sourcesPubMed, Embase, Web of Science, EBSCO, Scopus, and Cochrane trails were searched.Study selectionWe included randomized controlled trials involving patients with KOA, in which the intervention group underwent LL-BFRT.Data extractionLiterature quality and risk of bias were assessed using the Physiotherapy Evidence Database (PEDro) scale and the Cochrane Risk-of-Bias Tool (ROB 2). …”
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SECURITY ASSESSMENT OF MOODLE-BASED DISTANCE LEARNING SYSTEM COMPONENTS USING STATIC ANALYSIS TOOLS by Vladislav K. Kuchmin, Grigory O. Krylov

“…Moodle is one of the most popular open source solutions used in university environments, and its modular architecture requires regular security audits due to continuous functional expansion. …”
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The Prospects for Wind Energy Development in the Republic of Belarus by Y. S. Petrusha, N. A. Papkova

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Review of zeolitic-based sorbents for CO2 capture: Insights into functional modifications, economic feasibility and machine learning-enhanced strategies by Saheed A. Ganiyu

“…Advances in zeolitic sorbents, such as pristine zeolites, metal-modified zeolites, amine-functionalized zeolites, and silica-modified zeolites, are reviewed in detail, highlighting their enhanced adsorption performance and selectivity. …”
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Watercress (<i>Nasturtium officinale</i>) as a Functional Food for Non-Communicable Diseases Prevention and Management: A Narrative Review by Chikondi Maluwa, Blecious Zinan’dala, Hataichanok Chuljerm, Wason Parklak, Kanokwan Kulprachakarn

“…It also appears to enhance insulin function and reduce blood glucose levels. In cancer models, watercress extracts exhibit antiproliferative, pro-apoptotic, and chemoprotective properties, with selective toxicity towards cancer cells and protective effects on normal cells. …”
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A COMPREHENSIVE EVALUATION OF DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION ACROSS MULTIPLE BUSINESS FUNCTIONS IN SOUTH AFRICAN SMMES: INSIGHTS POST-COVID-19 by Nomfundo Gladys Khoza, Walter Mthuthuzeli Mkosana

“…Articles published between 2019 and 2024 were sourced from Scopus and Web of Science, and the PRISMA framework was used for selecting and analysing relevant studies. …”
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Sodium-dependent phosphate transporter NaPi2b as a candidate for targeted therapy: features of structure, function, and expression by R. G. Kiyamova, R. A. Vlasenkova, L. F. Bulatova

“…Impaired NaPi2b function leads to the development of several diseases, including pulmonary alveolar microlithiasis and hyperphosphatemia, and pulmonary alveolar microlithiasis is known to be associated with mutations in the SLC34A2 gene encoding NaPi2b. …”
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The effects of acupoint catgut embedding therapy on anthropometric parameters and endocrine function in obese women: a systematic review and meta-analysis by Shuangqiu Li, Hongfei Zhou, Muhan Zhou, Liangliang Lou, Li Luo, Shan Ji

“…PurposeThis study aimed to assess the effect of acupoint catgut embedding therapy (ACET) on anthropometric parameters and endocrine function in obese women through a systematic review and meta-analysis.MethodsA comprehensive search was conducted across international and Chinese databases [CNKI, Wanfang, Weipu, Sinomed, PubMed, Embase, Cochrane Library, Web of Science (WOS), and Scopus]. …”
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Upcycling <i>Luffa cylindrica</i> (Luffa Sponge) Seed Press Cake as a Functional Ingredient for Meat Substitute Formulations by Génica Lawrence, Thaïna Josy, Ewa Pejcz, Agata Wojciechowicz-Budzisz, Remigiusz Olędzki, Katarzyna Górska, Adam Zając, Guylène Aurore, Joanna Harasym

“…The blends demonstrated complementary functional characteristics, with the LP30/TF70 formulation selected for meat substitute development based on optimal textural properties. …”
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Research on Automotive Radar Mutual Interference Mitigation Method based on V2X Communication Assistance by Yangshui Gao, Liping Kui, Qinbiao Yang, Lei Xiong, Rong Zhang, Zhenting Chen

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