Linking morpho-taxonomy to ecosystem functions: Trait-based estimation of biomass and potential carbon budget in omnivore nematodes by Reza Ghaderi, Uffe N. Nielsen, Ramesha H. Jayaramaiah, Helen L. Hayden, Ji-zheng He

“…This study provides estimated individual biomass and the daily carbon budget of dorylaimids, utilizing a database of taxon-specific body-size measurements sourced from publicly available literature. …”
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High resolution soil moisture mapping in 3D space and time using machine learning and depth functions by Mo Zhang, Yong Ge, Gerard B.M. Heuvelink, Yuxin Ma

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Changes in Ecological–Production–Social Functions in Karst Areas: Insight from Guizhou Province, South China Karst by Rong Zhao, Kangning Xiong, Anjun Lan, Qiwei Chen, Zhaojun Liu, Fangli Feng, Nana Yu

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Biofloc culture system shapes the structure and function of environmental and intestinal bacterial communities in the river prawn Cryphiops caementarius by Elisa Torres-Lagos, Carlos Henríquez-Castillo, Carlos Méndez, María C. Morales, Claudia B. Cárcamo, Paola Navarrete, Paulina Schmitt, Katherina Brokordt

“…Biofloc technology (BFT) has emerged as a sustainable method for prawn cultivation, particularly for regions with limited freshwater resources. The freshwater prawn Cryphiops caementarius exhibit improved survival and growth rates when cultivated using BFT compared to traditional clear water (CW) systems. …”
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Aqueous extract of Solanum americanum Mill. relieves functional constipation by modulating the enteric nervous system and gut micro-ecosystems by Xiaoyu Gao, Xiaoyu Gao, Xiaoyu Gao, Yanan Li, Yifan Hu, Yifan Hu, Weixing Yang, Lei Peng, Jun Sheng, Yang Tian, Lu Yao, Yan Zhao

“…These findings may contribute to the enhancement of the value and the efficient utilization of SA resources, laying a theoretical foundation for the development of laxative-related products.…”
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Characterization of CsWRKY29 and CsWRKY37 transcription factors and their functional roles in cold tolerance of tea plant by Huijuan Zhao, Ali Inayat Mallano, Fangdong Li, Penghui Li, Qiong Wu, Yanli Wang, Yunze Li, Naveed Ahmad, Wei Tong, Yeyun Li, Zhengzhu Zhang, Enhua Xia

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Structure and Function Analyses of the Thioredoxin 2 and Thioredoxin Reductase Gene in Pacific White Shrimp (<i>Litopenaeus vannamei</i>) by Tong Xu, Pei-Hua Zheng, Ke-Er Luan, Xiu-Xia Zhang, Jun-Tao Li, Ze-Long Zhang, Wei-Yan Hou, Li-Min Zhang, Yao-Peng Lu, Jian-An Xian

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Quercetin-Loaded Ginkgo Starch Nanoparticles: A Promising Strategy to Improve Bioactive Delivery and Cellular Homeostasis in Functional Foods by Yanyu Sun, Kaiping Cong, Tao Wang, Xiaojing Li, Tingting Li, Gongjian Fan, Dandan Zhou, Caie Wu

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Research Progress on Natural Active Proteins from Eggshell Membrane, as Well as the Preparation, Functional Mechanisms, and Applications of Their Enzymatic Peptides by Na ZHANG, Yanan GAO, Rong ZHANG, Xueqin ZHAO, Shuyan LIU, Dan JIANG

“…Rich in proteins, the eggshell membrane is regarded as a potential source of bioactive peptides and amino acids, possessing significant nutritional and medicinal value. …”
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Genome-wide analysis of the SPL gene family in Platanus × acerifolia and functional characterization of PaSPL8a in flowering by Xiyan Chen, Gehui Shi, Xu Yan, Jinghong Wu, Ting Peng, Manzhu Bao, Jiaqi Zhang

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Assessment of the potential and application of Be12O12 nanocage for removal of ciprofloxacin from water employing density functional theory by Qaisar Ali, Abdul Shakoor, Gul Rehman, Munir Ur Rehman, Momin Khan, Rashid Ahmad, Iftikhar Ahmad, Abdullah F. AlAsmari, Fawaz Alasmari

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Comprehensive Review of Strategies for Lactic Acid Bacteria Production and Metabolite Enhancement in Probiotic Cultures: Multifunctional Applications in Functional Foods by Jiun Shen Loo, Siti Nur Hazwani Oslan, Nur Anis Safiah Mokshin, Rafidah Othman, Zarina Amin, Wipawee Dejtisakdi, Asep Awaludin Prihanto, Joo Shun Tan

“…Lactic acid bacteria (LAB) play a crucial role in probiotics, functional foods, and sustainable biotechnologies due to their ability to produce bioactive metabolites such as short-chain fatty acids, bacteriocins, vitamins, and exopolysaccharides. …”
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Multi-Omics Reveal the Improvements of Nutrient Digestion, Absorption, and Metabolism and Intestinal Function via GABA Supplementation in Weanling Piglets by Yan Zeng, Hong Hu, Yiwen He, Zhiying Deng, Yiting Guo, Xihong Zhou

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Assessment of disease impact through health‐related quality of life measurement in primary progressive aphasia by Thomas Hopkins, Eunbi Kwon, Allison Lapins, Nathan Gill, Angela Roberts, Emily Rogalski

“…HRQoL measures aid in determining patient perspective, policy decision making, and resource allocation. Results may be used to advocate for PPA support. …”
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Leaf functional metabolic traits reveal the adaptation strategies of larch trees along the R/B ratio gradient at the stand level by Xiaoqian Song, Zhonghua Zhang, Haiyan Huang, Xin Guan, Lu Jin, Yu Shi, Wenjie Wang, Zhonghua Tang

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Auditory processing and its cognitive correlates in older adults with mild cognitive impairment by Leelavathi Thamizhmani, Kanaka Ganapathy, Hari Prakash Palaniswamy, Arivudai Nambi Pitchaimuthu, Prabha Adhikari M. R.

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Functional transformation of settlements in coal exploitation zones: A case study of the municipality of Stanari in Republic of Srpska (Bosnia and Herzegovina) by Delić Dragica, Gatarić Dragica, Ratkaj Ivan, Mandić Mira, Poljašević Branka Zolak, Sabljić Luka, Lukić Tin

“…The findings of this study offer a broader contribution to the understanding of spatial and functional dynamics in areas affected by intensive resource exploitation. …”
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Temperature-Driven Divergence in Microbial Consortia and Physicochemical Functionality: A Comparative Study of High- and Medium-Temperature <i>Daqu</i> by Huawei Yuan, Jia Zheng, Liping Ding, Hong Wang, Qin Jiang, Chao Zhang, Tingna Xie, Guohui Nan, Li Li, Kai Lou

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The development and excretion of Toxoplasma gondii oocyst manipulate the gut microbiota in its definitive host by Gui-Hua Zhao, Bei-Bei Zhou, Zhi-Heng Cao, Ting Xiao, Ya-Nan Li, Wen-Ju Zhu, Hang Sun, Huan-Huan Xie, Xiao-Man Xie, Jun-Mei Zhang, Qi Wang, Xin Zhang, Jin-Jing Xie, Hong-Jie Dong, Chao Xu, Kun Yin

“…Abstract Background Oocysts serve as the primary source of Toxoplasma infection. Therefore, understanding oocyst development and exploring effective strategies to prevent oocyst excretion are crucial for controlling toxoplasmosis. …”
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A Method for Extracting Features of the Intrinsic Mode Function’s Energy Arrangement Entropy in the Shaft Frequency Electric Field of Vessels by Xiaoguang Ma, Zhaolong Sun, Runxiang Jiang, Xinquan Yue, Qi Liu

“…This study initially establishes a measurement system for shaft frequency electric fields, utilizing a titanium-based oxide electrode to construct an equivalent dipole source simulating the shaft frequency electric field signals of different types of vessels. …”
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