A New Hybrid Class of Distributions: Model Characteristics and Stress–Strength Reliability Studies by Mustapha Muhammad, Jinsen Xiao, Badamasi Abba, Isyaku Muhammad, Refka Ghodhbani

“…We introduce a novel hybrid family of distributions that incorporates a flexible set of hybrid functions, enabling the extension of various existing distributions. …”
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Shrub encroachment enhances AMF network stability and complexity, while cropland destabilizes AMF communities in a subtropical alpine grassland by Junqin Li, Yujun Zhang, Yang Gao, Xiangtao Wang, Yuting Yang, Denghui Wang, Lili Zhao, Puchang Wang

“…By demonstrating that shrub encroachment enhances soil fertility and AMF network stability—contrasting sharply with cropland conversion—our results highlight the importance of preserving natural succession processes to maintain microbial-driven ecosystem functions. This aligns with global efforts to mitigate grassland degradation and supports sustainable management practices in vulnerable alpine regions.…”
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Evaluating Risk in Kidney Living Donors by Fernanda Ortiz, Lorna Marson, Rachel Thomas, Andreas Kousios, Elvana Rista, Carmen Lefaucheur, Sanem Cimen, David Cucchiari, Gianluigi Zaza, Lucrezia Furian, Baris Akin

“…To this end, annual follow-up is generally recommended, which should minimally include an assessment of blood pressure, body mass index, kidney function, albuminuria, lifestyle factors, and general wellbeing. …”
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Defective Intracortical Inhibition as a Marker of Impaired Neural Compensation in Amputees Undergoing Rehabilitation by Guilherme J. M. Lacerda, Lucas Camargo, Fernanda M. Q. Silva, Marta Imamura, Linamara R. Battistella, Felipe Fregni

“…Increased MEP was associated with reduced functional independence. <b>Conclusions</b>: SICI appears to be a key factor linked to the presence of PLP, but not its intensity. …”
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Heterogeneous transfer learning model for improving the classification performance of fNIRS signals in motor imagery among cross-subject stroke patients by Jin Feng, YunDe Li, ZiJun Huang, Yehang Chen, SenLiang Lu, RongLiang Hu, QingHui Hu, YuYao Chen, XiMiao Wang, Yong Fan, Jing He

“…IntroductionMotor imagery functional near-infrared spectroscopy (MI-fNIRS) offers precise monitoring of neural activity in stroke rehabilitation, yet accurate cross-subject classification remains challenging due to limited training samples and significant inter-subject variability. …”
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An Exploration of Stakeholders’ Perspectives in the Seventh National Conference on the Integration of Medical Education into the Healthcare System in Iran by Soleiman Ahmady, Gholamreza Hassanzadeh, Ali Namaki, Masomeh Kalantarion, Sara Shahbazi, Amin Habibi, Somaye Sohrabi, Samane Babaei, Sara Bagheri

“…Key findings emphasized transitioning to functional integration, maintaining curricula relevancy to societal priorities, and aligning research with public health needs.Conclusion: The conference facilitated knowledge sharing and networking among participants on integrating medical education and healthcare systems. …”
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Biosynthesized silver nanoparticles anchored on a carbon material derived from maple leaves for the development of a green non-enzymatic biosensor for creatinine sensing by Francisco Contini Barreto, Maria Eduarda Barberis, Naelle Kita Mounienguet, Erika Yukie Ito, Martin Kássio Leme da Silva, Quan He, Ivana Cesarino

“…Creatinine (CRE) is a byproduct of creatine and phosphocreatine breakdown in muscles, produced at a relatively constant rate and excreted by the kidneys, making it a critical biomarker for assessing renal function. This study reports the development of a novel, eco-friendly non-enzymatic biosensor for CRE determination in synthetic urine. …”
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A Narrative Review and Clinical Study on Er:YAG Laser Debonding of Ceramic and Composite Veneers by Jose Villalobos-Tinoco, Fabio Andretti, Clint Conner, Silvia Rojas-Rueda, Nicholas G. Fischer, Margiezel Pagan-Banchs, Carlos A. Jurado

“…In the case study, after a 3-year follow-up, the restorations exhibited optimal function and esthetics. Conclusions: Laser-assisted debonding provides a safe and predictable method for replacing failing composite veneers with ceramic alternatives, aligning with contemporary biomimetic principles.…”
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Genomic Characterization of Probiotic Purple Nonsulfur Bacteria <i>Cereibacter sphaeroides</i> Strains S3W10 and SS15: Implications for Enhanced Shrimp Aquaculture by Chollachai Klaysubun, Nattarika Chaichana, Sirikan Suwannasin, Kamonnut Singkhamanan, Thunchanok Yaikhan, Duangporn Kantachote, Rattanaruji Pomwised, Monwadee Wonglapsuwan, Komwit Surachat

“…The genomic insights in this study provide a deeper understanding of the strains’ adaptability and functional potential, aligning with previous in vitro and in vivo studies and highlighting their potential for use in shrimp cultivation.…”
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Associations of anaemia and iron deficiency with health-related quality of life in patients with chronic kidney disease stage G3b-5 in Japan: sub analysis of the Reach-J CKD cohort... by Reiko Okubo, Tomohiro Ohigashi, Masahide Kondo, Ryoya Tsunoda, Hirayasu Kai, Chie Saito, Junichi Hoshino, Hirokazu Okada, Ichiei Narita, Shoichi Maruyama, Takashi Wada, Kunihiro Yamagata

“…Patients with absolute iron deficiency (TSAT < 20% and ferritin < 100 ng/mL) had worse three kidney disease subscale and mental component summary scores than those with functional iron deficiency (TSAT < 20% and ferritin ≥ 100 ng/mL). …”
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From rings to regions: modeling and mapping climate-driven timber production zones for Cyclocarya paliurus by integrating niche models and growth traits by Zijie Zhang, Zijie Zhang, Zhengyang Ye, Xulan Shang, Xulan Shang, Wanxia Yang, Wanxia Yang, Tongli Wang, Shengzuo Fang, Shengzuo Fang

“…IntroductionCyclocarya paliurus, a native hardwood species with multi-functional value, has been prioritized in China’s National Reserve Forest Program. …”
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High-quality bonds: serine acetyltransferase 2 gene revealed by GWAS is associated with grain protein content in spring durum wheat by Aleksey Ermolaev, Ludmila Bespalova, Varvara Korobkova, Aleksey Yanovsky, Lubov Nazarova, Aleksandra Kroupina, Anastasia Chernook, Aleksandra Mudrova, Viktoria Voronezhskaya, Viktoria Voronezhskaya, Pavel Kroupin, Gennady Karlov, Mikhail Divashuk, Mikhail Divashuk

“…Through the analysis of linkage disequilibrium decay rate, and functional gene ontology annotation, the serine acetyltransferase 2 gene involved in cysteine biosynthesis was identified as a candidate gene for GPC. …”
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Structural, morphological, and optical properties of flowerlike Sm-doped h-MoO3 nanorods by Md Serajum Manir, Md Zuel Rana, Supria Dutta, Noshin Ferdous Shamma, M S Alam, Sapan Kumar Sen

“…In FTIR, there were noticeable variances in peak intensities and wavenumbers between the undoped and doped samples due to the presence of various functional groups; the detected peaks support the XRD result that the prepared h-MoO _3 is pure and maintains a hexagonal shape with doping. …”
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A note on prognostic accuracy evaluation of regression models applied to longitudinal autocorrelated binary data by Giulia Barbati, Alessio Farcomeni, Patrizio Pasqualetti, Gianfranco Sinagra, Massimo Bovenzi

“…<p class="western" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: 200%;" lang="en-US" align="JUSTIFY"><span><span><span><strong>Background: </strong></span></span></span><span><span><span>Focus of this work was on evaluating the prognostic accuracy of two approaches for modelling binary longitudinal outcomes, a Generalized Estimating Equation (GEE) and a likelihood based method, Marginalized Transition Model (MTM), in which a transition model is combined with a marginal generalized linear model describing the average response as a function of measured predictors.…”
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Engineered Protein Fibers with Reinforced Mechanical Properties Via β‐Sheet High‐Order Assembly by Ming Li, Dawen Qin, Jing Chen, Bo Jia, Zheng Wei, Yi Zhang, Wenhao Cheng, Qianqian Liu, Fan Wang, Jingjing Li, Hongjie Zhang, Kai Liu

“…Here, a modular design and multi‐scale assembly strategy is developed to manufacture robust protein fibers using low‐ or medium‐molecular‐weight proteins. The distinct functional and structural properties of flexible, rigid, and cross‐linked domains in modular proteins are skillfully harnessed. …”
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Proton Conduction of a Hydrothermally Synthesized Hexaazatriphenylene‐Based Covalent Organic Framework by Yuki Okamura, Yousuke Tanada, Mikiya Sasano, Keita Akagi, Momoka Isobe, Shoko Tsuchiya, Naoki Takimoto, Fumiya Kobayashi, Makoto Tadokoro, Kaname Kanai

“…X‐ray diffraction (XRD) and Fourier‐transform infrared measurements reveal that HAQ‐COF exhibits a crystal structure where 2D molecular layers, formed by HA units and bridging paraquinone units, are stacked, creating pores that align to form channels for ion transport. Thermogravimetry and XRD measurements, as a function of temperature, demonstrate that HAQ‐COF exhibits high water retention capacity at room temperature and atmospheric pressure and has greater thermal stability than other PEMs. …”
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Tunnel rockburst with a single set of joints under true-triaxial stress condition by Mingliang Li, Kegang Li, Shunchuan Wu, Qingci Qin, Zhi Zheng

“…The rockburst incubation and evolution characteristics and acoustic emission evolution characteristics under different joint directions and joint dip angles were studied. The Weibull function was used to fit rockburst debris with different particle sizes and a single set of joints to obtain statistical results. …”
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Anti-Inflammatory Peptide Prevents Aβ_25–35-Induced Inflammation in Rats via Lipoxygenase Inhibition by Yudhishthir Yadav, Masroor Anwar, Hanuman Sharma, Suman Jain, Uma Sharma, Partha Haldar, Aparajit B. Dey, Sharmistha Dey

“…YWCS treatment significantly improved cognitive function, as evidenced by improved performance in the open field, novel object recognition, elevated plus maze, and Morris water maze tests. …”
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3D bioprinted unidirectional neural network and its application for alcoholic neurodegeneration by Mihyeon Bae, Joeng Ju Kim, Jinah Jang, Dong-Woo Cho

“…The brain exhibits complex physiology characterized by unique features such as a brain-specific extracellular matrix, compartmentalized structure (white and grey matter), and an aligned axonal network. These physiological characteristics underpin brain function and facilitate signal transduction similar to that in an electrical circuit. …”
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The Lived Experience of Women Regarding Family-Centric Roles in the Southern Neighbourhoods of Tehran by Fatemeh Farhadi babadi, Mehrdad Navabakhsh, Talieh Khademian

“…The study of family individualization in Iran with emphasis on the structural and functional changes trend of families (from 1957 to 2014). …”
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