Insights into the physiological and metabolic features of Thalassobacterium, a novel genus of Verrucomicrobiota with the potential to drive the carbon cycle by Xin-Yun Tan, Xin-Jiang Liu, De-Chen Lu, Yu-Qi Ye, Xin-Yu Liu, Fan Yu, Hui Yang, Fan Li, Zong-Jun Du, Meng-Qi Ye

“…Given that polysaccharides and their degradation products are particularly crucial carbon sources for marine microorganisms, Verrucomicrobiota are thought to be important contributors to biogeochemical cycling in the ocean.IMPORTANCEVerrucomicrobiota are widely distributed and able to utilize a variety of difficult-to-biodegrade polysaccharides, which have a significant impact on the marine carbon cycle. …”
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Preoperative and intraoperative neuromonitoring and mapping techniques impact oncological and functional outcomes in supratentorial function-eloquent brain tumours: a systematic re... by Asfand Baig Mirza, Amisha Vastani, Rishabh Suvarna, Sami Rashed, Aws Al-Omari, Engelbert Mthunzi, Feras Fayez, Nicala Rampersad, Josephine Jung, Alba Díaz Baamonde, José Siado Mosquera, Ali Elhag, Francesco Marchi, Richard Gullan, Keyoumars Ashkan, Ranjeev Bhangoo, Francesco Vergani, Ana Mirallave-Pescador, José Pedro Lavrador

“…Summary: Background: Supratentorial function-eloquent brain tumour surgeries challenge the balance between maximal tumour resection and preservation of neurological function. …”
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Mulberry Leaf Protein: Extraction Technologies, Functional Attributes and Food Applications by Rongxiang Xue, Lichao Chen, Chao Sun, Abrar Muhammad, Yongqi Shao

“…In the context of a rapidly expanding global population, mulberry leaf protein emerges as an emerging source of plant protein, with most applications currently at Technology Readiness Level (TRL), presenting substantial potential for application in functional foods and nutraceuticals. …”
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Sustainable Valorization of Jackfruit Peel Waste: Bio‐Functional and Structural Characterization by Rangina Brahma, Subhajit Ray, Prakash Kumar Nayak, Kandi Shridhar

“…In conclusion, this study identified the potential utility of A. heterophyllus peel as a valuable source of phytochemical compounds, polyphenolic antioxidants, and the antimicrobial additives that can be used in wide agri‐food‐pharma industries.…”
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Immune boosting functional components of natural foods and its health benefits by Jaspin Stephen, Dharini Manoharan, Mahendran Radhakrishnan

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Horticultural crop waste extracts as functional ingredients for enhanced surimi production by Vijay Kumar Reddy Surasani, Siddhnath Kumar, Arashdeep Singh, Isha Dudeja, Fatih Ozogul, Yesim Ozogul, Srinu Rathlavath, Lalitha Gnanasekaran, Saranya Vinayagam, Thanigaivel Sundaram, Maximilian Lackner, Pavan Kumar Dara

“…Horticultural crop waste offers a valuable source of natural extracts rich in bioactive compounds, including polyphenols, which can be utilized to enhance the quality and sustainability of surimi production. …”
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Impact of butyric acid modification on the structural and functional properties of rice starch by Qiaoyan Wu, Yang Yang, Yue Xu, Bing Wang, Xiaofei Liu, Yan Wang, Guang Zhang, Xin Bian, Chunmin Ma, Na Zhang

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Evaluation and identification of lumbosacral transitional vertebra causing intractable low back pain utilizing bone single-photon emission tomography with computed tomography by Khulood Al Riyami, Suliman Alahmed, Ziauddin Saad, Jamshed Bomanji

“…The cause of low back pain due to lumbosacral transitional vertebra (LSTV) still remains a debated topic. Functional imaging with bone scintigraphy has been a valuable adjunct in its assessment; however, in recent years, the additional utility of single-photon emission tomography with computed tomography (SPECT/CT) is evolving as the imaging modality of choice in identifying range of complex lower back pain sources, leading to the provision of suitable treatment options. …”
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ACTION: Augmentation and computation toolbox for brain network analysis with functional MRI by Yuqi Fang, Junhao Zhang, Linmin Wang, Qianqian Wang, Mingxia Liu

“…In this work, we develop an open-source toolbox, called Augmentation and Computation Toolbox for braIn netwOrk aNalysis (ACTION), offering comprehensive functions to streamline fMRI analysis. …”
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Choline in immunity: a key regulator of immune cell activation and function by Catarina Maia, Chin Wai Fung, Elsa Sanchez-Lopez

“…Nutrient availability is a strong determinant of cell function. Immune cells, which must rapidly activate transcriptional, proteomic, and metabolic programs to fulfill their functional roles, depend on nutrient supply to generate the building blocks needed for the production of immune effectors. …”
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Double-spiral as a bio-inspired functional element in engineering design by Mohsen Jafarpour, Mohammad Aryayi, Stanislav N. Gorb, Hamed Rajabi

“…Abstract Spiral, one of the most well-known functional patterns in nature that can be observed in structures such as the proboscis of lepidoptera and snail shells or as vortices forming in flowing fluids, has long served as a source of inspiration for humans in the creation of numerous spiral-based designs. …”
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The Functions and Usages of Waqf in the Architectural Structure of Yazd (from Ilkhanate to Qajar) by Seyyed Saeid Hosseini, Habib Shahbazi Shiran, Behrouz Afkhami

“…In the following, referring to the background of the research in this field, the questions raised include the role of Waqf in the development of architecture and urban development of Yazd, the characteristics of Waqf deeds and stone inscriptions, answers are given to how the usages and functions of the Waqf are. The result is that encouraging and supporting People to immigrate and paying attention to estates and tenements in cities, bequeathing Waqfs to male children, family support in the protection of properties and estates to prevent the risk of usurpation of property, the public utility activities of the nobles, affluent, local influential People and their spouses to commemorate Ahl al-Bayt and Imams has been effective in the field of Waqf and the development and expansion of the architecture of Islamic buildings. …”
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Projection-specific and reversible functional blockage in the association cortex of macaque monkeys by Seiichirou Yokoo, Takayasu Higo, Florian Gerard-Mercier, Mineki Oguchi, Masamichi Sakagami, Haruhiko Bito, Masayuki Sakamoto, Noritake Ichinohe, Keiji Tanaka

“…The functional manipulation techniques based on optogenetics have been widely and effectively utilized in the rodent brain. …”
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Corn Steep Liquor as an Efficient Bioresource for Functional Components Production by Biotransformation Technology by Ying Chang, Xin-Qi Zhao, Xin Zhang, Yan Jiao

“…In order to fully explore the potential utilization value of CSL, this review comprehensively summarizes the structural composition and nutritional characteristics of CSL, and its application and prospect in the biotransformation of industrialized organic acids, polysaccharides, lipids, enzymes, natural pigments, and novel functional components through the microbial fermentation pathway. …”
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Research progress on physical and chemical properties of coal gasification slag and its preparation of building materials by Xiaowei GU, Xiaowei GE, Shaoqian LIU, Xuecheng DING, Li WANG, Dongwei HUANG, Dawei WANG, Yile MA

“…In addition, combined with the current research hotspots and policy orientation, the future development direction of CGS resource utilization is prospected. It is proposed to promote the development of CGS in the direction of high performance, low carbonization and engineering by means of multi-source collaborative excitation, all-solid waste coupling utilization, functional material preparation, performance regulation mechanism construction and life cycle assessment.…”
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Use of dehydrated carrot (Daucus carota) pomace and almond (Prunus dulcis) powder for partial replacement of wheat flour in cake: effect on product quality and acceptability by Tusneem Kausar, Salah Laaraj, Ashiq Hussain, Younes Noutfia, Mohamed Bouhrim, Ramzi A. Mothana, Omar M. Noman, Aymen Mubashar, Nida Firdous, Shafiqa Ali, Shazia Yaqub, Kaoutar Elfazazi

“…IntroductionCarrot (Daucus carota) is a nutrient-dense root vegetable, and carrot pomace is a by-product of the juice extraction procedure, which is recognized a source of phytochemicals and functional components. …”
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Nitrogen-functionalized modulation of iron nanoparticles promotes selective hydrogenation of carbon dioxide by Xianbiao Wang, Jun Qian, Zixuan Lu, Jie Huang, Liru Zheng, Yong Jiang, Mengdie Cai, Yuxue Wei, Lisheng Guo, Song Sun

“…The utilization of urea as a nitrogen source during the hydrothermal process significantly influenced the morphology and defects of the obtained catalyst. …”
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Advanced GIS-based Multi-Function Support System for Identifying the Best Route by Suhiar Mohammed Zeki Abd Alsammed

“…Furthermore, GIS provide multi-functions like data collection, analysis, and presentation. …”
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THE FUNCTIONING OF CROP-PRODUCING FARMS IN THE CONTEXT OF CLIMATE CHANGE IN THE WARMIŃSKO-MAZURSKIE VOIVODESHIP by Renata Marks-Bielska, Babuchowska Karolina

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Two-photon excitation fluorescence in ophthalmology: safety and improved imaging for functional diagnostics by Vineeta Kaushik, Michał Dąbrowski, Michał Dąbrowski, Luca Gessa, Nelam Kumar, Humberto Fernandes

“…Recent advances in laser-source manufacturing have made it possible to minimize the exposure of in vivo measurements within safety, while achieving sufficient signals to detect for functional images, making TPEF a viable option for human application. …”
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