Ecosystem Structure and Function in the Sea Area of Zhongjieshan Islands Based on Ecopath Model by Yao Qu, Zhongming Wang, Yongdong Zhou, Jun Liang, Kaida Xu, Yazhou Zhang, Zhenhua Li, Qian Dai, Qiuhong Zhang, Yongsheng Jiang

“…Based on the field survey and reference data of the sea area of the Zhongjieshan Islands from 2021 to 2022, the Ecopath model was used to analyze the energy flow structure of the marine ecosystem of the sea area of the Zhongjieshan Islands; the energy structure of the marine ecosystem was divided into 21 functional groups, and its nutrient structure, energy flow, and total system characteristics were analyzed. …”
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Measurement through structural equations of the self-concept instrument in high-school students by Angel Ramón Sabando-García, Oswaldo José Jiménez-Bustillo, Lidia Janeth Llacsa-Puma, Graciela Josefina Castro-Castillo, Jenniffer Sobeida Moreira-Choez, Raúl Alberto Rengifo-Lozano

“…The Self-Concept Questionnaire FORM-5 (AF-5), which evaluates academic/occupational, social, emotional, family, and physical self-concepts, was administered. Data analysis utilized SPSS version 25 and AMOS 24 software to ensure reliability and validity through structural equation modeling.ResultsThe AF-5 demonstrated high reliability, with a Cronbach's alpha of 0.854. …”
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The Structural and Kinematical Properties of NGC 5634, a Globular Cluster Associated with the Sagittarius Dwarf Galaxy? by Shouzhi Wang, Jundan Nie, Biwei Jiang, Hao Tian, Chao Liu, Ying-Hua Zhang

“…We investigate the origin of NGC 5634 through a comprehensive analysis of its morphology, kinematics, and dynamics. Utilizing data from the DESI Legacy Survey, we refined its fundamental parameters (age τ = 12.8 ± 0.3 Gyr, metallicity [Fe/H] = −1.8 ± 0.1 dex, distance modulus dm = 17.0 ± 0.1 mag) and constructed a matched-filter template based on the combination of these parameters to search for extra-tidal structures. …”
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Structure of Spatial Correlation Network and Influencing Factors of Urban-Rural Integration in China by Wang Kai, Liu Meilun, Tan Jiaxin, Gan Chang

“…Based on China's interprovincial panel data from 2001 to 2021, the entropy method was applied to measure China's interprovincial urban-rural integration level, and the modified gravity model and social network analysis were used to explore the structural characteristics of China's spatial correlation network of urban-rural integration and its influencing factors. …”
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Comparison of the economic efficiency and sustainability of two debonding processes for structurally bonded sills by Alex Jordan, Lucas Hermelingmeier, Julian Gilich, Gerson Meschut, Marco De Santis, Alexander Schlüter

“…In light of growing demands for resource efficiency and sustainability in vehicle engineering, the environmentally compatible separation of structural adhesive joints is gaining increasing relevance. …”
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Structure-Function Relationship of the Ryanodine Receptor Cluster Network in Sinoatrial Node Cells by Alexander V. Maltsev, Valeria Ventura Subirachs, Oliver Monfredi, Magdalena Juhaszova, Pooja Ajay Warrier, Shardul Rakshit, Syevda Tagirova, Anna V. Maltsev, Michael D. Stern, Edward G. Lakatta, Victor A. Maltsev

“…This study used super-resolution structured illumination microscopy to image the 3D network of CRUs in rabbit SANC. …”
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The interrelation of students’ ideas about fatherhood with gender, age and structure of valuable orientations by S. V. Merzlyakova, M. G. Golubeva, N. V. Bibarsova

“…The research methods involve theoretical-methodological literature analysis, questionnaire method, psycho-diagnostic methods, and mathematical and statistical data processing methods.Results. The authors described and compared the content of ideas about fatherhood among young men and young women depending on the structure of valuable orientations at different stages of age development. …”
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Effect of final irrigation protocols on the structural integrity and mechanical properties of the root dentine by Julia Menezes Savaris, Maria Eduarda Paz Dotto, Lucas da Fonseca Roberti Garcia, Emmanuel João Nogueira Leal da Silva, Bruno Alexandre Pacheco de Castro Henriques, Cleonice da Silveira Teixeira, Eduardo Antunes Bortoluzzi

“…Abstract This study compared the effects of different final irrigation protocols on the mechanical properties and structural integrity of root dentine. One-hundred eight teeth were instrumented and irrigated with sodium hypochlorite (NaOCl) using conventional irrigation (CI). …”
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Population structure and mitogenomic analyses reveal dispersal routes of Macrobrachium nipponense in China by Penghui Luo, Yiting Jin, Ting Zhao, Chao Bian, Zhimin Lv, Na Zhou, Jianguang Qin, Shengming Sun

“…We performed whole-genome resequencing of 100 samples and assembled mitogenomes for population analysis, these two types of mitochondrial markers (cox1 and all 13 protein-coding genes—13 PCGs), a nuclear marker (28S rRNA) and SNPs to infer the relationships between the five populations, the population structure, and migratory routes. We also assembled complete mitogenome per sampled population (5 in total) and used them to conduct comparative mitogenomic analyses. …”
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rTMS-induced neuroimaging changes measured with structural and functional MRI in autism by Xiaodong Kang, Kai Chen, Fei Wang, Linyi Mu, Zengzhen Lei, Rufei Zhang, Zedong Wang, Tao Zhang, Tao Zhang

“…Repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS) has emerged as a promising non-invasive neuromodulation technique; however, its neural mechanisms and clinical efficacy in children with ASD require further investigation.MethodsThis study enrolled 14 children diagnosed with ASD to undergo a structured rTMS intervention. Neuroimaging data—including voxel-based morphometry (VBM) and resting-state functional connectivity (FC)—as well as behavioral assessments were collected before and after the intervention to evaluate changes in brain structure, function, and symptomatology.ResultsPost-intervention analyses revealed significant increases in gray matter volume (GMV) in the cerebellar Vermis, Caudate nucleus, and Postcentral gyrus. …”
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Population structure, selection signal and introgression of gamecocks revealed by whole genome sequencing by Naiyi Xu, Linyun Zhang, Feifan Chen, Zhengfu Feng, Jiangtao Zheng, DongHua Li, Yongju Zhao, Xiangtao Kang

“…Therefore, in this study, based on whole genome data of gamecocks, Chinese indigenous chickens, commercial chickens and wild jungle fowls, we performed population structure analysis, selection signal analysis, and genomic introgression analysis of gamecocks. …”
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An Experimental Dynamic Investigation of the Influence of Melatonin, Serotonin and Tryptophan on the Stability of the DNA Structure by Cristina Manuela Drăgoi, Anca Zanfirescu, Ion-Bogdan Dumitrescu, Anca Ungurianu, Denisa Marilena Margină, Alina-Crenguţa Nicolae

“…Results: Our study offers detailed insights into the interaction patterns of the indole derivatives with DNA and is highly supported by molecular docking analyses: the indole derivatives were predominantly localized between C and G, interacting via π-π interactions and hydrogen bonds and aligning with known data on conventional intercalators. These findings underscore the importance of small compounds’ planar structure and appropriate size, facilitating tight insertion between adjacent base pairs and disrupting regular DNA stacking. …”
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Isolation, Purification, Structure Characterization and Biological Activity of Polysaccharide from Rubi fructus by Xiaoliang ZHAO, Haijun ZHAO, Guofeng DONG, Weiwei JIN

“…【Objective】The polysaccharide from Rubi fructus was isolated and purified. Its structural characterization, immunomodulation and antitumor activities were studied.…”
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Terrestrial Heat Flow and Lithospheric Thermal Structure Characteristics in Nanping City of Hainan by Xiaoxue Yan, Xiaolin Wang, Guicheng Xue, Ruoxi Yuan, Feng Yang

“…Furthermore, the study analyzed the geothermal flux and deep thermal structure of the research area. The results demonstrate that the average radioactive heat production rate of the Baocheng rock mass in the study area is 3.16 μW/m³, primarily attributed to the decay heat of Th and U, while the heat contribution of K is negligible. …”
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ASSESSMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL STATE OF WATERCOURSES OF DELTA OF THE VOLGA RIVER BY THE STRUCTURE OF BOTTOM COMMUNITIES by V. F. Zaitcev, O. G. Tarasova

“…The assessment of the ecological status of watercourses of Delta of the Volga River on the structure of benthic communities. The main objective of our researches was the assess the ecological status of watercourses of Delta of the Volga River on the basis of the analyzes of the structural-functional characteristics of benthic communities.Location. …”
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[RETRACTED] Corporate governance, capital structure, and performance in family and non-family firms by Tyara Dwi Putri, Purbo Jadmiko, Neva Novianti, Giralda Triyani Arista

“…Corporate governance, capital structure, and performance in family and non-family firms. …”
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Anatomical structure of the medullary cavity of proximal femur with three-dimensional computed tomography by Tianhao Shi, Xiaoyang Jia, Kun Zhang, Gengxin Jia, Zhenqi Yang, Minfei Qiang, Yanxi Chen

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Epilepsy and Urban Inequality: Uncovering the Socioeconomic and Structural Barriers Faced by Patients in Karachi by Qurat Ul Ain Khan, Zunaira Rais, Hafsa Shafqat, Asma Aijaz, Irfan Ashraf, Sadia Sundus, Iqrah

“…Informed consent was obtained, and a pilot study was conducted to assess questionnaire validity. Data were collected using a structured questionnaire and analyzed using SPSS version 22, with a p-value of <0.05 considered statistically significant. …”
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Leveraging AI to explore structural contexts of post-translational modifications in drug binding by Kirill E. Medvedev, R. Dustin Schaeffer, Nick V. Grishin

“…Recent advancements in computational power and artificial intelligence, particularly in deep learning algorithms and protein structure prediction tools like AlphaFold3, have opened new possibilities for exploring the structural context of interactions between PTMs and drugs. …”
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Structural and Dynamical Effects of the CaO/SrO Substitution in Bioactive Glasses by Margit Fabian, Matthew Krzystyniak, Atul Khanna, Zsolt Kovacs

“…Motivated by these recent developments, the effect of SrO/CaO–CaO/SrO substitution on the local structure and dynamics of Si-Na-P-Ca-O oxide glasses has been studied in this work. …”
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