Nanocellulose derived from agricultural biowaste by-products–Sustainable synthesis, biocompatibility, biomedical applications, and future perspectives: A review by Md. Meraj Ansari, Yunji Heo, Kyoungtag Do, Mrinmoy Ghosh, Young-Ok Son

“…Moreover, the strategic integration of nanocellulose into composites and its structural functionalization enable customizing its properties for specific functions, further expanding its utility. …”
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Plantonome: A Cross-Platform Application for Precision Agriculture by Deroussi Anass, Ait Madi Abdessalam, Alihamidi Imam, Chabou Zakaria, Addaim Adnane

“…This paper presents Plantonome, an open-source application developed using the Flutter software development kit (SDK) and the Dart programming language. …”
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A deep learning approach for white blood cells image generation and classification using SRGAN and VGG19 by Jannatul Ferdousi, Soyabul Islam Lincoln, Md. Khorshed Alom, Md. Foysal

“…The classification of White Blood Cells (WBCs) is crucial for diagnosing diseases, monitoring treatment effectiveness, and understanding how the immune system functions. In this paper, we propose a deep learning approach to classify WBCs using Super Resolution Generative Adversarial Network (SRGAN) and Visual Geometry Group 19 (VGG19). …”
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Insights into the effects of biomass feedstock and pyrolysis conditions on the energy storage capacity and durability of standard biochar-based phase-change composites by Dimberu G. Atinafu, Ji Yong Choi, Jihee Nam, Yujin Kang, Sumin Kim

“…Abstract Material selection and production conditions are imperative for determining the functional performances of composite materials. Phase-change composites obtained from phase-change materials (PCMs) and supporting matrices exhibit high thermal energy storage density. …”
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How is individualized nursing care documented in nursing records of cancer patients: A qualitative content analysis by Ingerd Irgens Hynnekleiv, Tove Giske, Kristin Heggdal

“…These limitations could be related to the cumbersome functionality of the EHR and the fact that the NCP targets efficiency and data availability purposes beyond being a tool for nursing care planning. …”
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In vivo analysis of bovine colostrum whey-caseinate nanoparticles using rat model: Bio accessibility of immunoglobulins by Muhammad Umar, Uracha Rungsardthong Ruktanonchai, Davids Makararpong, Natchanon Rimsueb, Anil Kumar Anal

“…These powders can be utilized as a good source of bioactive Igs from bovine colostrum with improved functionality and digestibility.…”
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Isolation and Screening of Lactic Acid Bacteria From Sumbawa Buffalo Milk (Bubalus bubalis) as Potential Starter Cultures by Deni Harmoko, Tri Ardyati, Yoga Dwi Jatmiko

“…Besides containing nutrients that are very beneficial for human health, buffalo milk is also a potential source of lactic acid bacteria (LAB) with technological and functional properties. …”
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Biometric and IoT Integration for Secure and Remote Door Access Control Using Fingerprint Recognition and GSM Technology by S Kanagamalliga, S Rajalingam, A Kannan, M Karthikeyan

“…The reliability and flexibility of Arduino, coupled with the GSM capabilities of SIM900, are utilized to create a robust and efficient solution. …”
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Systematic Analysis for fNIRS Measurement Combining Sensitivity and SNR Based on the Colin27 Brain Template by Yalin Wang, Wei Chen

“…Considering different brain regions and different source-detector(S-D) separation, a Monte Carlo simulation tool was utilized to simulate the photons migration inside a realistic human-brain template (Colin27). …”
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Noncoding elements in wheat defence response to fusarium head blight by Tugdem Muslu, Kadriye Kahraman, Bala Ani Akpinar, Halise Busra Cagirici, Egan Jaronski, Cliff Bradley, Hikmet Budak

“…Abstract Wheat (Triticum aestivum L.) is a major source of global food security while various stressors, including biotic and abiotic factors, directly affect its production. …”
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Modeling of the ORNL PCA Benchmark Using SCALE6.0 Hybrid Deterministic-Stochastic Methodology by Mario Matijević, Dubravko Pevec, Krešimir Trontl

“…The shielding analysis was performed using multigroup shielding library v7_200n47g derived from general purpose ENDF/B-VII.0 library. As a source of response functions for reaction rate calculations with MAVRIC we used international reactor dosimetry libraries (IRDF-2002 and IRDF-90.v2) and appropriate cross-sections from transport library v7_200n47g. …”
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Non-Fungible Programs by Blake Regalia, Benjamin Adams

“…In addition to releasing an open-source software development kit for building NFPs, we demonstrate the utility of NFPs with an interactive Bayesian game implemented on Secret Network. …”
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Design and Implementation of an Integrated Underwater Wireless Optical Communication and Ranging System by WANG Jiale, ZHENG Kaiwen, LIAN Jie

“…【Conclusion】These findings indicate that the proposed OICAR system can realize efficient underwater communication and precise ranging functions in real time.…”
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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

“…Compared with existing methods which were plagued by the validation of the accuracy of the identification results, the adopted approach was a machine learning algorithm with functions of accuracy checking. The classifier was trained and tested by survey data obtained from 532 valid questionnaires. …”
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Cost‐effective upgrade of the Dutch traction power network: Moving to Bi‐directional and controllable 3 kV DC substations for improved performance by Nanda Kishor Panda, Michail Poikilidis, Phuong H. Nguyen

“…Furthermore, the study investigates additional use cases for the VSCs, including improving DC TS's reliability during faults, reducing harmonics through active power filtering, compensating for reactive power, and supporting the integration of renewable energy sources into the DC grid. A comprehensive control strategy for the VSCs is also proposed based on a thorough analysis of their working methodology and functional modes. …”
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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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Using the TSA-LSTM two-stage model to predict cancer incidence and mortality. by Rabnawaz Khan, Wang Jie

“…Factor analysis is possible because data sources indicate changing factors. TSA-LSTM Two-stage attention design a popular tool with advanced visualization functions, Tableau, simplifies this paper's study. …”
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Exploring phytochemicals and their pharmacological applications from ethnomedicinal plants: A focus on Lycium barbarum, Solanacea by Baiken Baimakhanova, Amankeldi Sadanov, Andrey Bogoyavlenskiy, Vladimir Berezin, Lyudmila Trenozhnikova, Gul Baimakhanova, Aibat Ibraimov, Elmira Serikbayeva, Zhalgaskali Arystanov, Tanagul Arystanova, Rakhym Nazakat, Ainura Khammetova, Gulnaz Seitimova, Aknur Turgumbayeva

“…Lycium barbarum have been recognized as a valuable source of functional ingredients with promising applications in the food and medical sectors. …”
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