Graphitic Carbon Nitride for Photocatalytic Hydrogen Production from Water Splitting: Nano-Morphological Control and Electronic Band Tailoring by Yongbo Fan, Xinye Chang, Weijia Wang, Huiqing Fan

“…Some representative results, including experimental and theoretical calculations, are listed to show the advantages of optimizing the above two characteristics for performance improvement in photocatalytic hydrogen evolution from water splitting. …”
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Mapping the social-ecological suitability of agroforestry in the US Midwest by Sarah E Castle, Daniel C Miller, Chloe B Wardropper

“…Our integrated approach can help stakeholders identify target areas for agroforestry and provides a theoretical foundation for interdisciplinary suitability mapping that can be adapted for use in other global regions.…”
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Interfacial structure and strengthening mechanisms of NiO-coated graphene reinforced aluminum matrix composites by Xin Gao, Dong Ai, Jiahao Zhang, Hongyan Yue, Xiaohua Zhang, Chunyu Zhang, Zhongkai Zhang, Jing Chang

“…Compared to pure Al, the composite's ultimate tensile strength has increased by 66% (143.1 ± 2.3 MPa). Theoretical modeling analysis indicates that the primary enhancements in the NiO@rGO/Al composite material stem from load transfer and interface thermal mismatch.…”
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Effect of Lanthanum‐Aluminum Co‐Doping on Structure of Hafnium Oxide Ferroelectric Crystals by Zhenhai Li, Shuqi Tang, Tianyu Wang, Yongkai Liu, Jialin Meng, Jiajie Yu, Kangli Xu, Ruihong Yuan, Hao Zhu, Qingqing Sun, Shiyou Chen, David Wei Zhang, Lin Chen

“…Meanwhile, first principal analyses verified that hafnium‐based thin films with 4.2% Al and 2.17% La promoted the formation of the o‐phase against the paraelectric phase, providing theoretical support for supporting experimental results. …”
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Synthesis, Molecular Docking Studies, and Antifungal Activity Evaluation of New Benzimidazole-Triazoles as Potential Lanosterol 14α-Demethylase Inhibitors by Nafiz Öncü Can, Ulviye Acar Çevik, Begüm Nurpelin Sağlık, Serkan Levent, Büşra Korkut, Yusuf Özkay, Zafer Asım Kaplancıklı, Ali Savaş Koparal

“…The molecular docking studies were performed to investigate the interaction modes between the compounds and active site of lanosterol 14-α-demethylase (CYP51), which is as a target enzyme for anticandidal azoles. Theoretical ADME predictions were also calculated for final compounds.…”
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Numerical study of the heat transfer characteristics of Helium-Air flow in PCHE with zigzag channel by Haidong Liu, Qiao Zeng, Deqi Chen, Yi Xiao, Yangyang Wang, Mingxia Liu, Xiaoli Qu

“…This study provides valuable theoretical insights for future experimental investigations and optimization designs of the flow and heat transfer characteristics of helium and air within the PCHE.…”
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Smart cities, smart systems: A comprehensive review of system dynamics model applications in urban studies in the big data era by Gift Fabolude, Charles Knoble, Anvy Vu, Danlin Yu

“…System dynamics (SD) models that are often utilized to provide holistic, systematic understanding of a research subject, like the urban system, emerge as valuable tools, but data scarcity and theoretical inadequacy pose challenges. The research reviews relevant papers on recent SD model applications in urban sustainability since 2018, categorizing them based on nine key indicators. …”
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Emerging roles of circular RNAs on the regulation of production traits in chicken by Guishuang You, Hong Long, Xiaoxu Shen, Huadong Yin, Shibin Zhang

“…Given the significance of circRNAs in these various traits, this article provides a comprehensive review of the functional circRNAs associated with different traits in chickens, serving as a valuable theoretical reference for future research. Further investigation into the role of circRNAs may reveal novel insights into the molecular mechanisms underlying key economic traits in chickens and pave the way for innovative strategies in molecular breeding aimed at enhancing chicken productive performance.…”
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Study on the effects of fissure geometric characteristics on the mechanical behavior and failure mechanism of granite under uniaxial compression test by Zhaolong Sang, Donghui Ma, Yaoyao Meng, Qian Yin, Xiaowei Liu, Zhimin Sun, Wei Wang

“…This study not only deepens the understanding of the mechanical behavior of granite samples under complex geological environments, but also provides theoretical support for accurate assessment and effective reinforcement of rock mass stability in engineering practice.…”
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Effect of bacteriocin-producing Pediococcus acidilactici strains on the immune system and intestinal flora of normal mice by Yiteng Qiao, Zhichang Qiu, Fengwei Tian, Leilei Yu, Jianxin Zhao, Hao Zhang, Qixiao Zhai, Wei Chen

“…The results indicated that the intervention of different P. acidilactici strains could differently change the structure of intestinal flora in normal mice, which provided theoretical guidance for the selective use of bacteriocin-producing strains for health regulation in the future.…”
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A Mathematical Pressure Transient Analysis Model for Multiple Fractured Horizontal Wells in Shale Gas Reservoirs by Yan Zeng, Qing Wang, Zhengfu Ning, Hongliang Sun

“…Besides, this model fits the actual field data relatively well. It has a reliable theoretical foundation and can preferably describe the dynamic changes of pressure in the exploration process.…”
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Structural characteristics, sugar metabolizing enzyme activity and biological activity of Ganoderma lucidum polysaccharides at different growth stages by Shengjian Ma, Yuliang Chen, Huaguo Huang, Xiaorui Pu, Huangbin Liang, Yu Kuang, Yijun Liu

“…This study provided a theoretical basis for the application of cassava stalks in GLFB cultivation and harvesting.…”
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Conducting Educational Intervention Research in General Practice: from Design to Publication by ZOU Chuan, OU Jianming, ZENG Xin, PENG Tao, ZHOU Yan, XIAO Chunyao, TAO Hongxia, CHEN Qingqi, LIN Kai

“…The purpose of this paper was to introduce the process of educational intervention research in GP from design to publication, which consists of four stages with 13 steps: constructing research questions (generating research inspiration, literature review, incorporating a theoretical/conceptual framework, refining research questions), research design (trial design, intervention, outcome evaluation), research implementation (establishing a research team, obtaining research resources, applying for ethical approval, program execution), and publication and evaluation (article writing, reflection and evaluation). …”
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Current status and advances in zinc anodes for rechargeable aqueous zinc-air batteries by Muhammad Afiq Irfan Mohd Shumiri, Abdillah Sani Mohd Najib, Nor Akmal Fadil

“…By integrating the principles of traditional zinc-ion batteries and fuel cells, ZABs offer remarkably high theoretical energy density at lower production cost compared to the current state-of-the-art lithium-ion batteries (LIBs). …”
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Annual Energy Usage Reduction and Cost Savings of a School: End-Use Energy Analysis by Aiman Roslizar, M. A. Alghoul, B. Bakhtyar, Nilofar Asim, K. Sopian

“…The previous energy intensity of the school was found to be 50.6 kWh/m2/year, but can theoretically be reduced to 40.19 kWh/mm2/year.…”
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Cloud to surface lightning activity in the Eastern Mediterranean Sea in the context of marine infrastructure safety by J. Silverman, Y. Yair, C. Price, M. Asfur

“…Lightning protection systems are designed to withstand currents <200 kA; however, the theoretical limit of lightning intensity is 2–3 times higher. …”
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The planning process for marketing a service about to enter a foreign market: a concept case study by Blaženko Perić, Tanja Winter, Marcel Piskač, Ajla Rizvan, Neven Mehun, Tina Vukasović

“…Originality/Value – this concept case study contributes to the literature by providing a comprehensive marketing plan tailored specifically for the German market, integrating both theoretical frameworks and practical insights. It highlights the importance of cultural sensitivity and strategic planning in the deployment of an international marketing campaign…”
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Research of Rock Burst Risk Induced by Mining and Field Case in Anticlinal Control Area by Shitan Gu, Zhimin Xiao, Bangyou Jiang, Ruifeng Huang, Peng Shan

“…The formation mechanism for anticlines is analyzed. Theoretical research shows that the bigger the tectonic couple is, the smaller the foundation stiffness, and the greater the bending degree and elastic strain energy of the coal will be. …”
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Design and Experimental Research on Sealing Structure for a Retrievable Packer by Yang Liu, Zhanghua Lian, Junwen Chen, Shengping Kuang, Yisheng Mou, Yuhai Wang

“…In order to reduce the failure accidents of conventional packers, a kind of sealing structure of retrievable packers is designed, which can provide reference for optimizing the sealing performance and pressure capacity of packers. And theoretical calculation and experimental research on their sealing performance and pressure capacity are carried out through the finite element analysis on the contact with large deformation based on Abaqus and experimental study. …”
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POSSIBILITIES OF CREATING TOURIST AND RECREATIONAL COMPLEXES BASED ON THE LANDSCAPE CONDITIONS OF THE MOUNTAINOUS DISTRICTS OF THE ALMATY REGION, KAZAKHSTAN by Bayan S. KERIMBAY, Kuat M. BAIMYRZAEV, Nurzhan N. KERIMBAY, Zaure K. KALIASKAROVA

“…The process of the developed typology is based on examples of specific types of tourist and recreational activities, as well as existing and potential tourist areas in the Almaty region and the Republic of Kazakhstan. The theoretical and methodological basis for the proposed classification and typology is based on the work of various authors and materials from the National Science Foundation of Kazakhstan. …”
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