Design and Efficiency Optimization of Distributed Laser Wireless Power Transmission Systems Through Centralized Scheduling and Current Regulation by Liangrong Sun, Jinsong Kang, Yunfeng Bai, Pengjia Jin

“…Experimental results validate the effectiveness of the proposed techniques. The DC to DC efficiency of the power transmission chain can reach over 14%, and the photovoltaic array can output a maximum power of over 130 W. …”
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Machinability and surface integrity for Mg AZ61A alloy composite by employing Taguchi integrated grey relational analysis by Vinoth Balu, Muruganandham Rajagopal, Rosewine Joy, Alagarsamy Sivasamy

“…Wire-cut electric discharge machining (WEDM) is the most effective method of metal removing process which is utilized in a variety of industries, like defence, biomedical, automotive, and aerospace. …”
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Genetic analysis and molecular mapping of the purple leaf sheath in barley (Hordeum vulgare) by Demeke B. Mewa, Ann Caspersen, Jason D. Fiedler, Gongshe Hu, Dongying Gao

“…This study employed single nucleotide polymorphism (SNP) array genotyping data in two F2 populations developed using GemCraft and two barley lines with green leaf sheath throughout the plant development. …”
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Prostate cancer management—helping your patient choose what is best for him by Christiaan F. Heyns, Andre van der Merwe

“…The biggest problems in prostate cancer management are how to identify patients with potentially life-threatening cancer, and how to choose the best form of management from among the large array of treatment options. Although prostate cancer is the second or third most common cause of cancer death in males, most men with this diagnosis will die of other causes. …”
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Vortex-induced Rings and Gaps within Protoplanetary Disks by Xiaoyi Ma, Pinghui Huang, Cong Yu, Ruobing Dong

“…We find that long-lived vortices can produce dust rings and gaps in inviscid discs detectable by the Atacama Large Millimeter/submillimeter Array, and a more elongated vortex produces rings at larger separations. …”
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DEVELOPMENT AND VALIDATION OF A NEW RP-HPLC METHOD FOR SIMULTANEOUS DETERMINATION AND QUANTIFICATION OF SOFOSBUVIR AND DACLATASVIR by Syed Hassan Murtaza, Ahmed Umer Sohaib Ahmed, Tassawer-e-Meran, Sonam Anees, Najam-ul-Hassan Khan, Kishwar Sultana

“…Methodology: The chromatographic analyses were carried out using Shimadzu HPLC gradient system (LC20), while the other HPLC system used for the peak purity and repeated validation studies was Agilent 1260 Infinity fitted with diode array detector. The column used was C18 (150 × 4.6 mm; 5 µm), from Agela Technologies. …”
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Evaluating Pupillometry as a Tool for Assessing Facial and Emotional Processing in Nonhuman Primates by Xinhe Liu, Zhiting Zhang, Ji Dai

“…Non-human primates (NHPs) are extensively utilized to investigate the neural mechanisms underlying face processing; however, measuring their brain activity necessitates a diverse array of technologies. Pupillometry emerges as a convenient, cost-effective, and non-invasive alternative for indirectly assessing brain activity. …”
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Low-cost optical sensors in electrified lab-on-a-disc platforms: liquid-phase boundary detection and automated diagnostics by Vahid Kordzadeh-Kermani, Maryam Vahid, Seyed Nezameddin Ashrafizadeh, Sergio O. Martinez-Chapa, Marc J. Madou, Masoud Madadelahi

“…In this study, we introduce an innovative and cost-effective strategy for using an array of light-dependent resistors (LDRs) as optical sensors in microfluidic devices, particularly centrifugal platforms. …”
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Detection of polymorphisms in six genes and their association analysis with litter size in sheep by Kai Liu, Yufang Liu, Mingxing Chu

“…However, the effects of these genes on litter size in sheep are still unclear. …”
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Bioactive Compound Profiling and In-vitro Antimicrobial Study of Ginger (Zingiber officinale Roscoe) Extract against Pneumococcal Bacteria by Kubrat Abiola Oyinlola, Gbemisola Elizabeth Ogunleye, Oluwadurotimi Olutosin Akintade, Olumuyiwa M Adeyemo, Emmanuel Oluwaseun Garuba

“…Hence, need for constant search for cheap and effective bioactive compounds as alternative antimicrobials for the treatment of pneumococcal infection. …”
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Microglia and Astrocyte Activation by Toll-Like Receptor Ligands: Modulation by PPAR-γ Agonists by Catherine Gurley, Jessica Nichols, Shuliang Liu, Nirmal K. Phulwani, Nilufer Esen, Tammy Kielian

“…For example, 15d-PGJ2 and pioglitazone were both effective at reducing IL-12 p40 release by TLR ligand-activated glia, whereas CXCL2 expression was either augmented or inhibited by 15d-PGJ2, effects that were dependent on the TLR ligand examined. …”
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Harnessing the antioxidant and cytoprotective power of Aitchisonia rosea: phytochemical insights and mechanistic validation by Loai Aljerf, Abdullah H. Maad, Shahid Rasool, Muaaz Alajlani

“…Conclusions The findings substantiate the remarkable antioxidant and cytoprotective potential of A. rosea, primarily attributed to its rich array of polyphenolic, flavonoid, and terpenoid compounds. …”
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Innovative approaches for skin disease identification in machine learning: A comprehensive study by Kuldeep Vayadande, Amol A. Bhosle, Rajendra G. Pawar, Deepali J. Joshi, Preeti A. Bailke, Om Lohade

“…Skin diseases encompass a vast array of conditions, ranging from common dermatological concerns to rare and complex disorders, collectively posing a significant burden on global healthcare systems. …”
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Advances in synthesis, medicinal properties and biomedical applications of pyridine derivatives: A comprehensive review by Duryodhan Sahu, P.S. Rama Sreekanth, Prasanta Kumar Behera, Manoj Kumar Pradhan, Amit Patnaik, Sachin Salunkhe, Robert Cep

“…Pyridine derivatives have emerged as promising candidates in the field of biomedical research, showcasing a wide array of applications in drug development and therapeutic interventions. …”
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Miniaturized side-firing intracardiac photoacoustic imaging catheter for monitoring radiofrequency ablation by Shang Gao, Yang Wang, Ryo Murakami, Hiroshi Ashikaga, Young-Ho Kim, Mohammad Mehrmohammadi, Henry R. Halperin, Haichong K. Zhang

“…The catheter system successfully imaged through an 8-mm blood layer, effectively highlighting necrotic regions. The proposed miniaturized PA imaging catheter demonstrated high-resolution imaging capability and effective detection of ablation-induced tissue boundary. …”
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The Impact of Water, Sanitation and Hygiene Interventions to Control Cholera: A Systematic Review. by Dawn L Taylor, Tanya M Kahawita, Sandy Cairncross, Jeroen H J Ensink

“…There is a distinct gap in knowledge of which interventions are most appropriate for a given context and as such a clear need for more robust impact studies evaluating a wider array of WASH interventions, in order to ensure effective cholera control and the best use of limited resources.…”
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Positively Correlated CD47 Activation and Autophagy in Umbilical Cord Blood-Derived Mesenchymal Stem Cells during Senescence by Gee-Hye Kim, Yun Kyung Bae, Ji Hye Kwon, Miyeon Kim, Soo Jin Choi, Wonil Oh, Soyoun Um, Hye Jin Jin

“…This study verified that CD47 could be a candidate to select efficient mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs) to enhance the therapeutic effects of stem cell therapy by analyzing the antibody surface array. …”
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EDITORIAL by Abubakar Munir

“…In this issue, we present a diverse array of research articles, reviews, and perspectives that highlight cutting-edge advancements in pharmaceutical sciences. …”
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Rescue of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis phenotype in a mouse model by intravenous AAV9‐ADAR2 delivery to motor neurons by Takenari Yamashita, Hui Lin Chai, Sayaka Teramoto, Shoji Tsuji, Kuniko Shimazaki, Shin‐ichi Muramatsu, Shin Kwak

“…Abstract Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) is the most common adult‐onset motor neuron disease, and the lack of effective therapy results in inevitable death within a few years of onset. …”
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The anti-hyperuricemia potential of bioactive natural products and extracts derived from traditional Chinese medicines: A review and perspective by Yaolei Li, Zhijian Lin, Hongyu Jin, Feng Wei, Shuangcheng Ma, Bing Zhang

“…Given that uric acid (UA) and inflammation were the primary disease mechanisms, the search for effective and low-side-effect UA-lowering and anti-inflammatory drugs became a pressing scientific priority. …”
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