Evaluating the National University of Lesotho’s Records Management practices with the ISO 15489 by Tankiso A. Thaanyane, Pheladi T. Lefika, Sithembiso Khumalo

“…The findings show that the NUL records-keeping staff mostly apply their knowledge and experience when performing their record-keeping functions. Conclusion: The research assessed only some of the determinants of Records Management in a relatively small sample in the NUL. …”
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Mechanical and Electronic Properties of Fe(II) Doped Calcite: Ab Initio Calculations by Zhangci Wu, Xiao Zhi, Fujie Jia, Jiayuan Ye, Neng Li

“…Calcite (CaCO₃), a widely used mineral in materials science and environmental engineering, exhibits excellent stability but has limited mechanical strength and a wide electronic band gap, restricting its broader functional applications. To address these limitations, we systematically investigated the effects of Fe(II) doping on the electronic and mechanical properties of calcite using density functional theory calculations. …”
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A self-adhesive hierarchical nanofiber patch for dynamic and multistage management of full-thickness cutaneous wounds by Lihuang Wu, Yuqi Wang, Xinyue Zhao, Tingting Zhao, Junhua Li, Yi Kuang, Yiyan He, Shengxiang Yang, Zhongwei Gu, Hongli Mao

“…Standard clinical wound dressings often fall short in providing the adaptability and functionality required for the entire healing process. …”
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A novel approach to monitoring rehabilitation progress in atrophic muscle using contactless measurement of free oscillations and advanced modal analysis by Agnieszka Tomaszewska, Milena Drozdowska, Piotr Aschenbrenner

“…This study shows a novel approach for monitoring muscle functional recovery through the analysis of its free vibrations. …”
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A comprehensive approach for the production of carbon fibre-reinforced polylactic acid filaments with enhanced wear and mechanical behaviour by Radzuan Nabilah Afiqah Mohd, Samudin Izzat Mat, Sereshk Mohammad Reza Vaziri, Ma Quanjin, Sulong Abu Bakar, Foudzi Farhana Mohd, Royan Nishata Royan Rajendran

“…It highlights the precise adjustment parameter in polymer composite filament with fibre filler, opening possibilities for advanced structures with integrated programmable functionalities in 4D printing applications.…”
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Advancing soil biology research: Empowering European databases with ontological frameworks for enhanced data integration of soil biodiversity data by José F. Aldana-Martín, David J. Russell, Carlos A. Martínez-Muñoz, Christine Driller, Stephan Lesch, Ismael Navas-Delgado

“…There is a pressing need to integrate taxonomic data with functional traits to understand the functional significance of soil biodiversity and its distribution across various environmental contexts. …”
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Multifunctional MXene for Thermal Management in Perovskite Solar Cells by Zhongquan Wan, Runmin Wei, Yuanxi Wang, Huaibiao Zeng, Haomiao Yin, Muhammad Azam, Junsheng Luo, Chunyang Jia

“…Ti3C2TX offers multiple additional functionalities, including defect passivation, improved charge transfer efficiency, and optimized energy level alignment. …”
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The Long Term Effects of a 12‐Session Community Exercise Program on Health Measures in Cancer Patients by Isaac Oppong, Roozbeh Naemi

“…Methods A total of 918 participants (F/M: 1.77; mean age = 61 years, SD = 13.233) diagnosed with cancer within the last five years completed a 12‐session guided physical activity program. Sessions included functional, aerobic, and resistance training aligned with ACSM guidelines for cancer patients. …”
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Research on Spatial Morphological Characteristics and Influencing Factors of Industrial Heritage: A Case Study of Nine Industrial Heritages in Guizhou Province by Boyang Zhang, Jinyu Fan, Zongsheng Huang

“…The primary factors contributing to the variations in layout forms are the intricate karst topography and the functional requirements of production. The functional zoning of industrial heritage aligns with its layout, characterized by straightforward functional zones that have not developed into composite spaces. …”
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Posture Monitoring During Breastfeeding: Smart Underwear Integrated with an Accelerometer and Flexible Sensors by Beibei Zhou, Ruixin Liang, Jun Zhang, Xiaolu Li, Zowie Broach, Joanne Yip

“…Participants reported that the prototype surpassed the commercial sample in functionality, comfort, and aesthetics. These findings are significant for postpartum health and provide guidelines for future smart nursing garment development.…”
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Context Is King: Large Language Models’ Interpretability in Divergent Knowledge Scenarios by Andrés Piñeiro-Martín, Francisco-Javier Santos-Criado, Carmen García-Mateo, Laura Docío-Fernández, María del Carmen López-Pérez

“…This paper proposes a novel approach to interpretability by shifting the focus to understanding the model’s functionality within specific contexts through interaction techniques. …”
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System-Level Critical Success Factors for BIM Implementation in Construction Management: An AHP Approach by Filippo Maria Ottaviani, Giovanni Zenezini, Francesca Saba, Alberto De Marco, Lorenzo Gavinelli

“…Building Information Modeling (BIM), a cornerstone of this transformation, requires a systemic approach because its implementation spans several organization functions, involves multiple stakeholders, and encompasses all phases of the project life cycle. …”
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Study on Rapid Repair Method of Earthquake Damaged Pier Column Based on Multi-Level Fortification by Xiuli Xu, Lingxin Yan, Han Wu, Xu Chen, Shenpeng Xu, Xuehong Li

“…The rapid repair of earthquake-damaged piers is essential to ensure the uninterrupted functionality of lifeline systems. This paper presents a novel method for the rapid repair of earthquake-damaged pier columns using steel sleeves, based on a multi-level fortification approach, integrating numerical simulation, structural design, and experimental research. …”
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An integrated widely targeted metabolomics and network pharmacology study of Persicaria runcinata var. Sinensis against arthritis by Zengcai Liang, Xifeng Chen, Yunrong Xie, Feiyan He, Linlin Zhang, Xiang Zhu, Taofeng Lu

“…A total of 716 metabolites were detected in Miao ethnomedicine P. runcinata var. sinensis, with key targets, enriched functions, and pathways identified using network pharmacology. …”
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Combining Prior Knowledge and Reinforcement Learning for Parallel Telescopic-Legged Bipedal Robot Walking by Jie Xue, Jiaqi Huangfu, Yunfeng Hou, Haiming Mou

“…Experimental results show that our method successfully achieves sim2real transfer on a real bipedal robot without the need for domain randomization techniques or intricate reward functions. L04 achieves omnidirectional walking with minimal energy consumption and exhibits robustness against external disturbances.…”
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Three-dimensional-printed headcap with embedded microdrive system for customizable multi-region brain recordings with neural probes by Jeremiah P. Hartner, Dongyang Yi, Harrison L. Zhu, Brendon O. Watson, Lei Chen

“…Electrophysiological recordings from single neurons are crucial for understanding the complex functioning of the brain and for developing eventual therapeutic interventions. …”
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Emergence of planar cell polarity from the interplay of local interactions and global gradients by Divyoj Singh, Sriram Ramaswamy, Mohit Kumar Jolly, Mohd Suhail Rizvi

“…Planar cell polarity (PCP) – tissue-scale alignment of the direction of asymmetric localization of proteins at the cell-cell interface – is essential for embryonic development and physiological functions. …”
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Sleep habits in the pathogenesis and management of diabesity by Cecilie Holm Rasmussen, Chun Kwan O, Wai Sze Chan, Faidon Magkos, Alice PS Kong

“…Sleep is an essential component of everyday life and plays a pivotal role in regulating energy metabolism and many other physiological functions. Updated guidelines include adequate sleep as one of the key elements of lifestyle therapy in diabetes management. …”
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Enhancing Hospital Service Quality Through Strategic and Operational Excellence Focused on Patient Satisfaction: The Case of Indonesia by Renaldus Iwan Sumarta, Iman Sudirman, Jaja Suteja, Horas Djulius, Mohammad Sofyan

“…Introduction: Hospitals, functioning both as public service institutions and business entities, must prioritize patient satisfaction to ensure the sustainability of their services. …”
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Selective metal passivation by vapor-dosed phosphonic acid inhibitors for area-selective atomic layer deposition of SiO2 thin films by Jeong-Min Lee, Seo-Hyun Lee, Ji Hun Lee, Junghun Kwak, Jinhee Lee, Woo-Hee Kim

“…In this study, we develop a surface treatment to hinder the adsorption of Si precursor on metal surfaces by using a vapor-phase functionalization of bulky phosphonic acid (PA) self-assembled monolayers (SAMs). …”
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