Design and Implementation of an Integrated Underwater Wireless Optical Communication and Ranging System by WANG Jiale, ZHENG Kaiwen, LIAN Jie

“…The paper employs a spread-spectrum communication scheme to transmit communication information, which effectively combats channel fading caused by the transmitter light source and the transmission channel, thereby ensuring the successful transmission of communication information. …”
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Wastewater metagenomics in Africa: Opportunities and challenges. by Stephen Kanyerezi, Fatma Zahra Guerfali, Abbas Abel Anzaku, Oluwasegun Adesina Babaleye, Tracey Calvert-Joshua, Julien Alban Nguinkal, Oluwaseun Paul Amoo, Chiraz Atri, Waqasuddin Khan, Iqra Saleh, M Imran Nisar, Arthur Shem Kasambula, Koketso Morapedi, Gerald Mboowa

“…The advent of metagenomics has dramatically expanded our understanding of microbial communities, particularly through the study of wastewater, which serves as a rich source of microbial data. In Africa, wastewater metagenomics presents unparalleled opportunities for public health monitoring, antimicrobial resistance (AMR) tracking, and the discovery of new microbial species and functions. …”
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Spectroscopy characterization of acid and rennet camel milk caseins using XRD, XPS, and SEM and effects on their emulsifying properties by Bachir Bensalah, Kamel Acem

“…Casein, the main protein in milk, is a viable protein source for natural emulsifiers, which are frequently utilized in food emulsions. …”
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Identifying Public Transit Commuters Based on Both the Smartcard Data and Survey Data: A Case Study in Xiamen, China by Shichao Sun, Dongyuan Yang

“…Smartcard data, with its wide coverage and relative abundance, could provide new opportunities to study public transit riders’ behaviors and travel patterns with much less cost than conventional data source. However, the major limitation of smartcard data is the absence of social attributes of the cardholders, so that it cannot clearly extract public transit commuters and explain the mechanism of their travel behaviors. …”
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Enhanced high-sensitivity multi-layer neutron detector based on LiF:ZnS(Ag) scintillator by Ilan Cohen Zada, Alon Osovizky, Itzhak Orion

“…Abstract This study proposes a novel, highly sensitive neutron detector design utilizing a unique multi-layered configuration. Each layer consists of a LiF: ZnS(Ag) scintillator coupled with a transparent neutron moderator that also functions as a light guide for the Silicon Photomultiplier (SiPM) light sensor. …”
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Rapid and Accurate Prediction of the Melting Point for Imidazolium-Based Ionic Liquids by Artificial Neural Network by Xinyu Liu, Jie Yin, Xinmiao Zhang, Wenxiang Qiu, Wei Jiang, Ming Zhang, Linhua Zhu, Hongping Li, Huaming Li

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Farming system typology construction for the adoption of new technologies in north-west India by KARTIK SHARMA, SOHAN SINGH WALIA, JASHANJOT KAUR, RAKSHIT BHAGAT, JAYANTA LAYEK

“…Using multivariate statistical techniques, structural and functional farm characteristics were analysed to construct specific farm typologies. …”
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ESTIMATING THE DEMAND FOR RAILWAY FREIGHT TRANSPORTATION: A CASE STUDY IN KAZAKHSTAN by Madiyar SULTANBEK, Nazdana ADILOVA, Aleksander SŁADKOWSKI, Arnur KARIBAYEV

“…The current case study specifically examines the National Company Kazakhstan Temir Zholy (KTZ), a transport and logistics holding engaged in rail transportation in Kazakhstan. KTZ’s main sources of income are related to freight transportation. …”
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Descriptive – Analytical Investigation of the Phenomenon of the Psyche from the View of Origin, Roots and Essence (Before and After the Renaissance of Neuroscience) by Mir Mahmoud Seyyedvalilou, Marziye Alivandi Vafa, Seyed Mahmoud Tabatabaei

“…Methods: The research methodology utilized Grounded Theory for fundamental concept formation and content analysis. …”
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Country-Level Bibliometric Analysis of Edible Insect Research: Geographic Distribution and Contributions to Advancing Sustainable Alternatives for Food and Feed by Budi Wardiman, Asmuddin Natsir, Syahriani Syahrir, Ulva Dianasari, null Ardianto

“…Insects like black soldier fly larvae, crickets, and mealworms are being explored as efficient protein sources for animal feed. Addressing food safety, allergenicity, and cultural barriers remains critical. …”
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visPIG--a web tool for producing multi-region, multi-track, multi-scale plots of genetic data. by Matthew Scales, Roland Jäger, Gabriele Migliorini, Richard S Houlston, Marc Y R Henrion

“…., to integrate data from multiple sources for interpretation and to easily create publication-ready figures. …”
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Maximizing Bifunctionality for Overall Water Splitting by Integrating H2 Spillover and Oxygen Vacancies in CoPBO/Co3O4 Composite Catalyst by Rinkoo Bhabal, Aniruddha Bhide, Suraj Gupta, Rohan Fernandes, Nainesh Patel

“…In the pursuit of utilizing renewable energy sources for green hydrogen (H2) production, alkaline water electrolysis has emerged as a key technology. …”
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MINN: A metabolic-informed neural network for integrating omics data into genome-scale metabolic modeling by Gabriele Tazza, Francesco Moro, Dario Ruggeri, Bas Teusink, László Vidács

“…Recently, a new framework to embed GEMs in a neural network has been introduced: these hybrid models combine the strengths of mechanistic and data-driven approaches, offering a promising platform for integrating different data sources with mechanistic knowledge. In this study, we present a Metabolic-Informed Neural Network (MINN) that utilizes multi-omics data to predict metabolic fluxes in Escherichia coli, under different growth rates and gene knockouts. …”
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A powerful molecular marker to detect mutations at sorghum LOW GERMINATION STIMULANT 1 by Adedayo O. Adeyanju, Patrick J. Rich, Gebisa Ejeta

“…The LGS1 marker is useful for both detecting sources of lgs1 and introgressing Striga resistance into new genetic backgrounds.…”
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Optimizing agricultural biomass selection for biochar production using multicriteria decision-making by Ayodeji Raphael Ige, Grażyna Łaska, Grzegorz Świderski, Grzegorz Zając

“…Given the increasing demand for eco-friendly soil amendments, water treatment efficiency and renewable energy sources, identifying optimal agricultural biomass feedstocks is crucial. …”
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Istihsan in Determination of the Lunar Month: Jurisprudential Flexibility for Harmonizing the Ummah by Geubrina Rizky Ananda Sy, Nur Mahmudi Qiromi, Mahsun Mahsun, Amir Tajrid

“…Istihsan, which etymologically means "considering something better," remains a debated method of ijtihad among Islamic jurisprudence scholars (ushuliyyin), although still practically utilized. This study aims to explore how Istihsan functions as a jurisprudential catalyst in the application of astronomical science (Ilmu Falak), especially concerning the determination of lunar months, offering potential solutions for harmonizing differences among the Muslim community. …”
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Laser powder bed fusion of biodegradable magnesium alloys: process, microstructure and properties by Xuehua Wu, Junying Liu, Youwen Yang, Jing Bai, Cijun Shuai, Joseph Buhagiar, Xinghai Ning

“…Additive manufacturing (AM) provides high design flexibility and enables the creation of implants with personalized complex shapes and internal porous structures tailored to individual anatomical and functional needs. Particularly, laser powder bed fusion (LPBF), one prevalent AM technique, utilizes a fine laser beam as heat source and results in tiny molten pool with extremely fast cooling rate, which effectively restricts grain growth, inter-metallic precipitation and macroscopic segregation, thus facilitating the fabrication of high-performance metal parts. …”
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Boosting solar-driven metal-free activation of sulfites by biochar-based photocatalyst for organic pollutants degradation: in-situ precise regulation and the enhancement mechanism by Yani Zang, Jie Ding, Jiayi Wang, Chengxin Chen, Hanjun Sun, Jiwei Pang, Luyan Zhang, Nanqi Ren, Lan Ding, Shanshan Yang

“…The system shows potential for treating wastewater containing sulfites, realizing resource utilization. Graphical Abstract…”
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Spatial heterogeneity of forest carbon stocks in the Xiangjiang river Basin urban agglomeration: analysis and assessment based on the multiscale geographically weighted regression... by Yingfeng Kuang, Xiaolong Chen

“…This finding provides a crucial scientific basis for the management and ecological protection of forest resources in the Xiangjiang River Basin.ConclusionThis study effectively reflects the spatial relationship between forest carbon stocks and variables through the geographically weighted regression method and the selection of appropriate spatial kernel functions, enhances the estimation accuracy of the spatial distribution of large-scale forest carbon stocks, and accurately reveals the spatial distribution pattern of forest carbon stocks in the Xiangjiang River Basin. …”
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Oral administration of anti-lipopolysaccharide factor isoform 3 via the bait microalga for controlling bacterial infection of Atlantic Bay scallop (Argopecten irradians) by Yulin Cui, Ping Liu, Yaping Shao, Fengjie Sun, Qiaolei Wang, Hao Zhang, Yan Cheng, Zhengquan Gao

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