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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Unlocking iron: nutritional origins, metabolic pathways, and systemic significance by Zoha Imtiaz Malik, Muhammad Umer Ghafoor, Syed Hassan Bin Usman Shah, Juweria Abid, Umar Farooq, Abdul Momin Rizwan Ahmad, Abdul Momin Rizwan Ahmad

“…This review aims at providing a comprehensive analysis of iron’s dietary sources, metabolic role, physiological functioning, absorption enhancers and inhibitors, and systemic regulation, such as hepcidin’s role in iron homeostasis. …”
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In Vitro Osteogenic Potential of Green Fluorescent Protein Labelled Human Embryonic Stem Cell-Derived Osteoprogenitors by Intekhab Islam, Gopu Sriram, Mingming Li, Yu Zou, Lulu Li, Harish K. Handral, Vinicus Rosa, Tong Cao

“…Human embryonic stem cells (hESCs) are potentially an unlimited source of healthy and functional osteoprogenitors (OPs) that could be utilized for bone regenerative applications. …”
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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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Methods of Additive Manufacturing for Dental Co-Cr Alloys: Systematic Review by Evan Hussain Alwan, Sabiha Mahdi Kanaan

“…Qualities of additive aspects of production such component design flexibility, part complexity, light- weighting, component consolidation, and functional design are generating specific interest in the additive fabrication of metal for use in automotive, marine, oil & gas, and aerospace industries during powder bed fusion, each layer of the powder bed is only partially fused employing a laser or electron beam as an energy source, the recent and most promising additive manufacturing technologies utilized to produce intricate, low-volume, tiny metallic parts. …”
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Stacked ensemble model for accurate crop yield prediction using machine learning techniques by Ramesh V, Kumaresan P

“…Historically, such predictions have utilized diverse data sources, including agricultural, land, climatic, atmospheric, and other pertinent information. …”
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Preparation and stability of angiotensin-I-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitory peptides from protein hydrolysate of Wuyi rock tea residues by Xiaoliang Cao, Huiyuan Zhou, Jindong Xie, Linxia Huang, Songbin Guo, Zexiao Zhang, Qun Chen, Chun Meng, Feng Zhang, Jing Hong

“…These peptides could be utilized in the development of nutraceuticals, functional foods, and pharmaceuticals.…”
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Bioprospecting the Endophytic Fungus, <i>Lasiodiplodia theobromae</i> MMPI, for the Integrated Production of Mycoprotein and Exocellular (1→6)-β-Glucan by Marcelo Luis Kuhn Marchioro, Gabrielli Aline Pietro Bom Candeia, Luana Malaquias Bertoleti, Aneli M. Barbosa-Dekker, Robert F. H. Dekker, Mário Antônio Alves da Cunha

“…In response to the growing demand for alternative protein sources and functional biomolecules for industrial applications, this study investigated the production of mycoprotein and extracellular (1→6)-β-D-glucan (lasiodiplodan) by the fungus <i>Lasiodiplodia theobromae</i> MMPI, establishing an integrated biotechnological platform. …”
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The biodegradation of low-density polyethylene by Bacillus species by Felicia E. Uwakwe, Tobias I.N. Ezejiofor, Ernest A.A. Anyalogbu, Toochukwu E. Ogbulie

“…The observations showed that these Bacillus spp. indigenous to Owerri Metropolis have the ability to degrade PE and utilize it as a carbon source, and it was concluded that biodegradation was achieved, and that PE which was regarded to be inert can be biodegraded when exposed to the right microorganisms.…”
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