Peripapillary pachychoroid syndrome, a different pathway in venous remodelling of the choroidal vasculature by Giuseppe Donvito, Vito Primavera

“…Observation: We describe the clinical evolution of a patient affected by PPS over a 5-year period. …”
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Virus-like particles: Innovative strategies for combatting emerging and re-emerging viral threats by Bugude Laxmi, Palempalli Uma Maheswari Devi, Thanjavur Naveen, Viswanath Buddolla

“…Virus-like particles (VLPs) are non-infectious nanostructures that closely mimic the architecture and surface features of native viruses while lacking genetic material. This structural resemblance, combined with their inherent safety, positions VLPs as powerful tools in addressing the growing challenges posed by emerging and re-emerging viral threats. …”
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Electrolytic Plasma Hardening of 20GL Steel: Thermal Modeling and Experimental Characterization of Surface Modification by Bauyrzhan Rakhadilov, Rinat Kurmangaliyev, Yerzhan Shayakhmetov, Rinat Kussainov, Almasbek Maulit, Nurlat Kadyrbolat

“…Microhardness profiling and metallographic examination confirmed surface strengthening and structural refinement, which intensified with increasing voltage. …”
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Design of multi-step dies for sheet metal forming using a workpiece-performance-based approach: A preliminary study by Marín Gabriel, Weber Florian, Sulaiman Hosen, Heuse Martin, Korkolis Yannis P.

“…These findings highlight the potential of performance-based die design to improve material efficiency and structural reliability.…”
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Recent developments in the energy poverty and vulnerability research in Europe: a systematic literature review by Tuija Kajoskoski, Kaisa Matschoss, Eva Heiskanen, Senja Laakso

“…We found that research increasingly understands energy poverty and vulnerability as structural issues and as reflective of divisive societal inequalities. …”
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Design and high strain rate response of a nanostructured bainitic steel for enhanced austenite stability by Majid Charchi Aghdam, Mehdi Hosseinzadeh Khanmiri, Hamid Mousalou, Sasan Yazdani

“…The findings provide insight into the interaction between alloying elements, heat treatment, and dynamic phase stability, and offer guidance for the design of advanced steels for structural applications involving high strain rates.…”
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Natural selection and adaptive traits in the Maniq, a nomadic hunter-gatherer society from Mainland Southeast Asia by Tobias Herzog, Maximilian Larena, Wibhu Kutanan, Helmut Lukas, Martin Fieder, Helmut Schaschl

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Wine and cultural heritage. The experience of the Alto Douro Wine Region by Lina Lourenço-Gomes, Lígia M.C. Pinto, João Rebelo

“…During recent decades, both activities have witnessed deep and structural changes, with consequences for the maintenance of the traditional characteristics of the cultural landscape that drove the UNESCO classification. …”
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Study on the irradiation damage effect of heavy ions on carbon foil by Xu Zhiyou, Liu Yong, Zhang Junjie, Tao Zechao, Jia Hui, Zhao Huanyu, Sun Liangting

“…This report aims to reveal the irradiation damage evolution of several kinds of carbon foils and its impact on their physical properties. …”
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Enhanced Electrical Property and Thermal Stability in Lead-Free BNT–BT–BF Ceramics by Kangle Zhou, Enxiang Hou, Yanfeng Qu, Yan Mu, Junjun Wang

“…Rietveld refinement analysis revealed a rhombohedral–tetragonal (R–T) phase coexistence, where the tetragonal phase fraction maximized at x = 0.10. This structural optimization enabled the simultaneous enhancement of piezoelectricity and thermal resilience. …”
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Rate-dependent cohesive zone modeling and experimental validation for viscoelastic sensor-embedded interfaces by Leiguang Duan, Xueren Wang, Hongfu Qiang, Baolin Pei, Peng Wang

“…The mechanical behavior of viscoelastic interfaces in sensor-embedded systems exhibits strong rate dependence, directly influencing adhesion performance and structural integrity. Existing cohesive zone models (CZMs) inadequately capture the interplay between viscoelastic bulk deformation and interfacial damage evolution, particularly under dynamic loading. …”
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Optimizing film and television advertising placement strategies in the digital media ecosystem: a study based on a three-party stochastic evolutionary game by Lu Zhang

“…This study identifies a structural mismatch in stakeholder incentives and introduces a dynamic modeling approach that captures nonlinear interactions and adaptive behavior using continuous strategies and stochastic disturbances. …”
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Unique risks and evolving trends in Arctic governance: a forward-looking analysis based on policies and practices by Fei Gao, Peiqing Guo

“…Presently, Arctic governance faces a range of intertwined risks, including environmental, geopolitical, legal, and structural governance challenges, each posing significant obstacles. …”
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Comparative Analysis of the Stability of the Russian and US Stock Markets in the Context of Geopolitical Transformations by E. V. Dorokhov

“…Within the framework of this methodology, a cenological analysis of structural changes and stability of the economic system under consideration is carried out. …”
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Study on the damage constitutive characteristics of coal-rock composites under uniaxial compression: Influence of prefabricated crack angle and geometric dimensions. by Qingwen Li, Chuangchuang Pan, Yuqi Zhong, Wenxia Li, Ling Li, Fanfan Nie, Jiabo Chen

“…While increased crack inclination enhances the compressive performance of coal-rock composites, it simultaneously accelerates structural destabilization. These findings offer theoretical insights into the damage mechanisms of coal-rock composites with cracks, serving as valuable references for coal mining safety.…”
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High-throughput, single-copy sequencing reveals SARS-CoV-2 spike variants coincident with mounting humoral immunity during acute COVID-19. by Sung Hee Ko, Elham Bayat Mokhtari, Prakriti Mudvari, Sydney Stein, Christopher D Stringham, Danielle Wagner, Sabrina Ramelli, Marcos J Ramos-Benitez, Jeffrey R Strich, Richard T Davey, Tongqing Zhou, John Misasi, Peter D Kwong, Daniel S Chertow, Nancy J Sullivan, Eli A Boritz

“…Tracking evolution of the severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) within infected individuals will help elucidate coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pathogenesis and inform use of antiviral interventions. …”
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Feasibility and Mechanical Performance of 3D-Printed Polymer Composite External Fixators for Tibial Fractures by Ion Badea, Tudor-George Alexandru, Diana Popescu

“…Mechanical performance was assessed in three stages: (1) evaluating the initial EF–tibia configuration under axial loading and wire pre-tension conditions; (2) analyzing the stiffness evolution and weight-bearing capacity during early healing with progressive callus formation; and (3) optimizing ring designs through numerical analysis to improve structural performance under increased pre-tension. …”
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Striving for National Identity: Syrian and Iraqi Turkomans in Search of a Homeland by I. V. Kudryashova, S. A. Seyidli

“…We have analyzed the Turkoman issue through a structural and identity-based lens, examining how these communities have navigated their relationships with the Arab states they reside in and their historical ties to Turkey. …”
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Innovations and Applications in Lightweight Concrete: Review of Current Practices and Future Directions by Diptikar Behera, Kuang-Yen Liu, Firmansyah Rachman, Aman Mola Worku

“…Although challenges persist in cost and workability, the convergence of hybrid fiber systems, optimized mix designs, and sophisticated multi-scale modeling is expanding the applicability of LWC across demanding structural, marine, and prefabricated contexts. In essence, LWC’s holistic development embodies a paradigm shift toward resilient, low-carbon infrastructure, cementing its role as a pivotal material in the evolution of next-generation sustainable construction.…”
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State Planning in Russia: Challenges of Aligning Strategic Priorities with Budgetary Constraints and Pathways to Solutions by T. I. Vinogradova

“…Solving the identified problems also requires overcoming structural imbalances and investing in institutional capacity-building, particularly under conditions of ongoing uncertainty. …”
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