Changing profile of bacterial infection and microbiome in cystic fibrosis: when to use antibiotics in the era of CFTR-modulator therapy by Justyna Milczewska, Zulfiya Syunyaeva, Aleksandra Żabińska-Jaroń, Dorota Sands, Stephanie Thee

“…ETI, which is approved for the majority (80–90%) of pwCF, partially restores CFTR channel function, resulting in improved mucociliary clearance and, consequently, improved lung function, respiratory symptoms and pulmonary exacerbations. …”
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Correlation method of processing the image of the surface microrelief to determine its roughness by Alexey D. Abramov, Dmitry S. Klyuev

“…For this purpose, two-dimensional correlation functions are calculated for halftone images of microreliefs of reference samples, with certain GOST methods and roughness parameters. …”
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Pericytes in mouse heart by Guiling Zhao, Guiling Zhao, W. Jonathan Lederer, W. Jonathan Lederer

“…However, our investigation of the organization argues against this fragility because of the durability of the dynamic pericyte organization and function despite the stress and brutality of the contracting heart. …”
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Evaluation of Fatigue Behavior of Asphalt Layers Containing Nanosilica Modified Tack Coat by Behrang Rohani, Mahdi Akbari, Sayyed Ali Hosseini

“…Adhesion and bonding between asphalt layers are among the factors that affect the durability of asphalt pavement and play a major function in maintaining the integrity of the pavement. …”
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The effectiveness of social training in individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD): a systematic review and transfer analysis by Vahid Nejati, Aida Peyvandi, Nasim Nazari, Fatemeh Abadi

“…This study systematically explores the transferability of social training in individuals with ASD, guided by the conceptual model known as the FIELD framework (Function, Implement, Ecology, Level, and Durability). …”
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Chloride Transport in Undersea Concrete Tunnel by Yuanzhu Zhang, Xiaozhen Li, Guohua Yu

“…The basic parameters including porosity, saturated hydraulic conductivity, chloride diffusion coefficient, initial water saturation, and moisture retention function of concrete specimens with two water-binder ratios were determined through lab-scale experiments. …”
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3D printed gyroid scaffolds enabling strong and thermally insulating mycelium-bound composites for greener infrastructures by Deepak Sharma, Hortense Le Ferrand

“…The method grows mycelium onto 3D-printed stiff wood-Polylactic Acid (PLA) porous gyroid scaffolds, enhancing the strength of the scaffold while imparting other functional properties like thermal insulation, fire resistance, hydrophobicity, and durability. …”
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Research on frost resistance and life prediction of fly ash manufactured sand concrete under negative temperature curing by Li Gong, Tao Ran, Yanzhong Bu, Tianle Xu, Xuehao Zhao

“…Finally, utilizing the Weibull distribution function, a durability deterioration damage model for manufactured sand concrete was established. …”
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Multi-objective Optimal Design of Double Helical Gear Transmission based on Parameter Sensitivity Analysis by Guan Yabin, Yang Xiaohui, Fang Zongde

“…Based on the fact that the carrying capacity cannot be made the best use of because of the large difference between safety factor of surface durability and bending strength,and the large calculation caused by the many design parameters during the aero- engine double helical gear transmission design,the minimum weight and difference between each gear’s safety factor of surface durability and bending strength are taken as the objective functions. …”
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Composite Anion Exchange Membranes Containing a Long-Side Chain Ionomer and Exfoliated Lamellar Double Hydroxides by Riccardo Narducci, Suanto Syahputra, Maria Luisa Di Vona, Philippe Knauth, Luca Pasquini

“…The ionic conductivity is measured as a function of the temperature in fully humidified conditions and as a function of relative humidity (RH). …”
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Corrosion Predictive Model in Hot-Dip Galvanized Steel Buried in Soil by Lorena-De Arriba-Rodríguez, Francisco Ortega-Fernández, Joaquín M. Villanueva-Balsera, Vicente Rodríguez-Montequín

“…Currently, there is no clearly established method that allows its calculation with precision and ensures the durability of this type of structures. Qualitative methods are commonly used rather than quantitative methods. …”
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Analysis of thermal wave scattering and temperature distribution in sub-surface, defects of gradient construction materials by Xujiao Yang, Jinlei Gai, Xinliang Zheng, Yi Xie, Xiaomiao Yu, Ruizhi Gong, Zhongqing Meng, Shuo Zhai, Xunlong Zhao

“…These shortcomings cannot meet the needs of modern buildings for energy efficiency, safety and durability. Therefore, it is imperative to study gradient building materials that integrate function and structure. …”
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Experiment and Analytical Model for Pore Structure of Early-Age Composite Cement Pastes by LF-NMR by Jincheng Wu, Guo Yang, Bin Hong, Xiaolin Liu

“…This study investigated mineral admixtures that are often utilized as replacements for cement in high-performance concrete with a view to enhancing their durability and workability. The properties of concrete are closely related to the structure of its pores. …”
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Optimization design of concrete mix proportion based on support vector machine regression and enhanced genetic algorithm by Shuhong Zuo, Benyi Liu

“…Abstract Optimizing the selection of concrete proportion is the key to ensuring the strength, durability and cost-effectiveness of construction projects. …”
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The inflatable penile prosthesis—the ultimate treatment for severe erectile dysfunction by Cristian Persu, Remus Nicolae Cartas, Irina Ciofu, Alexandru Ciudin, Victor Mihail Cauni

“…We conclude that the penile prosthesis should be offered as the last alternative treatment, only for regaining erectile function but not for the enlargement of the penis.…”
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Study on the Time-dependent Reliability of Corroded Reinforced Concrete Bridge Structures due to Ship Impact by Tao Fu, Zhixin Zhu, Yan Li, Yue Sun, Lingxiao Meng

“…Based on the study of the probabilistic model and parameters of random variables affecting the time-dependent reliability of ship-bridge collision, the typical damage modes of bridge structures under ship impact are analyzed, the time-dependent reliability analysis model of bridge structures under ship impact is established based on the structural damage criterion, the ship-bridge crash limit state functional function is given, and the time-dependent reliability analysis of ship-bridge collision is carried out based on the response surface method.…”
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Self-repairing of rock cracks by microbially induced silicate precipitation by Ryo Uenishi, Ibuki Nishimura, Hitoshi Matsubara

“…Therefore, this mineral is considered to have a crack repair function as it grows. According to observations by scanning electron microscope, many microorganisms were confirmed to be present in the minerals, and genera of Actinobacteria, Proteobacteria, Cyanobacteria, and others were detected by 16S rRNA analysis. …”
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Modeling of humidity stresses in a soil half-space by E. K. Agakhanov, C. A. Agakhanov, G. E. Agakhanov

“…Solving the issues of reliability, durability and efficiency of buildings and structures is inextricably linked with the behavior of soils in their foundations. …”
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Design and Development of a Multifunctional Stepladder: Usability, Sustainability, and Cost-Effectiveness by Elwin Nesan Selvanesan, Poh Kiat Ng, Kia Wai Liew, Kah Wei Gan, Peng Lean Chong, Jian Ai Yeow, Yu Jin Ng

“…Using sustainable materials like mild steel and aluminium, the design was optimized through structural simulations, ensuring durability under loads of up to 100 kg. Usability tests revealed that the invention significantly reduced task completion times, saved five times the space compared to single-function products, and provided enhanced versatility. …”
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Fermented Dairy Products as Precision Modulators of Gut Microbiota and Host Health: Mechanistic Insights, Clinical Evidence, and Future Directions by Yuan Gao, Yanyan Liu, Tingting Ma, Qimeng Liang, Junqi Sun, Xiaomeng Wu, Yinglong Song, Hui Nie, Jun Huang, Guangqing Mu

“…Despite promising short-term outcomes, current studies are limited by heterogeneous designs and brief intervention periods, underscoring the need for long-term, adaptive trials and integrative multi-omics to establish durability and causality. Looking forward, precision nutrition frameworks that harness baseline microbiota profiling, host genetics, and data-driven fermentation design will enable bespoke fermented dairy formulations, transforming these traditional foods into next-generation functional matrices for targeted prevention and management of metabolic, inflammatory, and neuroimmune disorders.…”
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