Optimization of biodiesel production from refined cotton seed oil and its characterization by Dominic Okechukwu Onukwuli, Lovet Nwanneka Emembolu, Callistus Nonso Ude, Sandra Ogechukwu Aliozo, Mathew Chukwudi Menkiti

“…The physicochemical properties of cotton seed oil and biodiesel as an alternative fuel for diesel engine was characterized through ASTM standards for fuel tests. The functional groups of the biodiesel were investigated using Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy. …”
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Carbon fiber/thermoelectric Ag2S core–shell structure-based temperature–pressure dual-mode sensors by Junjie Zhu, Yuan Wang, Heng Liu, Size Lou, Min Shu, Miao Liu, Peng-An Zong, Chunlei Wan

“…In addition to its sensing functionalities, the sensor demonstrated the superior electromagnetic interference (EMI) shielding efficiency of 50 dB (a twofold improvement), the tensile strength (TS) of 59 MPa (10× enhancement), and an antibacterial effectiveness of over 95%. …”
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Investigating barriers to drones implementation in sustainable construction using PLS-SEM by Ahmed Osama Daoud, Ahmed Farouk Kineber, Nicholas Chileshe, Ali Elmansoury, Khaled Mahmoud Abdel Aziz

“…Abstract Integrating sustainability values into decision-making processes is crucial for maximizing returns in residential construction projects while ensuring that project functions remain uncompromised. This study investigates the barriers to adopting drone technology in the construction industry, focusing on sustainable construction practices. …”
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Enhancing micronutrients bioavailability for tilapia reared in green water system using rice bran fermented with newly isolated phytase-producer, Pediococcus pentosacious, maintain... by Asmaa Negm El-Dein, Asmaa Ezzat, Ahmed M. Aboseif, Nasser S. Flefil

“…Abstract The use of fermented plant waste as a functional feed ingredient remains a promising approach to enhance the nutritional value of aquaculture diets, boost fish health and growth, and support environmental sustainability. …”
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Human Melanoma and Glioblastoma Cells Express Cathepsins Supporting Reovirus Moscow Strain Infection by Yulia Ammour, Eugenia Nikolaeva, Olesya Sagimbaeva, Pavel Shamsutdinov, Anastasia Astapenko, Yulia Zhelaeva, Marina Gavrilova, Olga Susova, Aleksey Mitrofanov, Ali Bekyashev, Tatiana Nasedkina, Oxana Svitich, Evgeny Faizuloev, Vitaly Zverev

“…Infection leads to the selective destruction of neoplastic cells, mediated by functional viral replication. A positive correlation was identified between viral RNA accumulation and tumor cell death, with no replication observed in non-malignant cells. …”
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Development of a brain-penetrant G9a methylase inhibitor to target Alzheimer’s disease-associated proteopathology by Ling Xie, Ryan N. Sheehy, Adil Muneer, Yan Xiong, John A. Wrobel, Feng Zhang, Kwang-Su Park, Julia Velez, Jing Liu, Yan-Jia Luo, Brent Asrican, Ping Dong, Ya-Dong Li, Corina Damian, Luis Quintanilla, Yongyi Li, Chongchong Xu, Mohanish Deshmukh, Leon G. Coleman, Guo-Li Ming, Hongjun Song, Zhexing Wen, Jian Jin, Juan Song, Xian Chen

“…Correspondingly, we developed a brain-penetrant inhibitor of G9a, MS1262, which restored both age-related learning & memory and noncognitive functions in multiple AD mouse models. Further, comparison of AD pathology-correlated mouse proteomes with those of AD patients found G9a regulates pathological pathways that promote Aβ and neurofibrillary tangles. …”
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Dynamic Microfluidic Synthesis of Zinc Oxide Nanowires: Impact of Channel Architecture on Growth Homogeneity and Uniformity by Mazen Erfan, Martine Gnambodoe‐Capochichi, Yasser M. Sabry, Diaa Khalil, Yamin Leprince‐Wang, Tarik Bourouina

“…However, the co‐integration of nanomaterials into microfluidic reactors poses challenges for their use as functional devices. Here, the issue of homogeneity of nanowire growth as well as the corresponding uniformity of the nanowire dimensions are addressed. …”
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Strong hole-photon coupling in planar Ge for probing charge degree and strongly correlated states by Franco De Palma, Fabian Oppliger, Wonjin Jang, Stefano Bosco, Marián Janík, Stefano Calcaterra, Georgios Katsaros, Giovanni Isella, Daniel Loss, Pasquale Scarlino

“…Furthermore, utilizing the frequency tunability of our resonator, we explore the quenched energy splitting associated with strong Coulomb correlation effects in Ge QDs. The observed enhanced coherence of the strongly correlated excited state signals the presence of distinct symmetries within related spin functions, serving as a precursor to the strong coupling between photons and spin-charge hybrid qubits in planar Ge. …”
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Metabolomics Approach for Sweat Mapping the Performance of Soccer Players in Pretoria, South Africa by Nong Malefo, Clarissa Marcelle Naidoo, Mukhethwa Michael Mphephu, Mmei Cheryl Motshudi, Nqobile Monate Mkolo

“…Therefore, it is vital to monitor sweat metabolites in soccer players during vigorous exercise to comprehend their functional variations. This flagged the requirement metabonomic approaches for the determination of the distinct metabolic pathways and signature metabolites that are involved in soccer players pre- and post-exercise. …”
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The status of clinical trials regarding root canal sealers by Ahmad AL Malak, Yasmina EL Masri, Mira Al Ziab, Nancy Zrara, Tarek Baroud, Pascale Salameh

“…ObjectivesThis study aimed to present the results and analyses of clinical trials, including updates on the different functions of root canal sealers.Materials and MethodsIn June 2023, we performed a comprehensive search of ClinicalTrials.gov to identify interventional clinical trials pertaining to root canal sealers. …”
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Study of the Structure and Properties of ZnS Utilized in a Fluorescence Biosensor by Y. Ren, H. Zhou, X. Wang, Q. W. Liu, X. D. Hou, G. F. Zhang

“…The composition and structure of the ZnS materials were studied by X-ray diffraction (XRD), and their functional group information and optical properties were investigated by using IR spectrophotometry and UV-vis spectrophotometry. …”
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Lentiviral vectors escape innate sensing but trigger p53 in human hematopoietic stem and progenitor cells by Francesco Piras, Michela Riba, Carolina Petrillo, Dejan Lazarevic, Ivan Cuccovillo, Sara Bartolaccini, Elia Stupka, Bernhard Gentner, Davide Cittaro, Luigi Naldini, Anna Kajaste‐Rudnitski

“…Nevertheless, LV‐mediated signaling and its potential functional consequences on HSPC biology remain poorly understood. …”
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Neuroscience-informed psychoeducation for addiction: a conceptual and feasibility study by Tara Rezapour, Tara Rezapour, Kayla L. McLean, Elena Psederska, Khashayar Niki Maleki, Hamed Ekhtiari, Jasmin Vassileva, Jasmin Vassileva

“…Finally, we introduce a theory-driven app called “NIPA”, developed with the aim of increasing adolescents’ awareness and resilience to the effects of drugs and other emotional triggers on brain and cognitive functions.…”
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Emergence Rate and N Metabolism Assessment of Herbaceous Cotton (Gossypium hirsutum l.r. latifolium Hutch) in Soil with High Boron Concentrations by Roberta Possas de Souza, Maycon Anderson de Araujo, Tássia Caroline Ferreira, Beatriz Silvério dos Santos, Isabella Fiorini de Carvalho, Bruno Bonadio Cozin, Liliane Santos de Camargos

“…Abstract Plants need boron (B) in low concentrations to carry out structural and metabolic functions. However, excess B in the soil can cause problems in plant emergence and development. …”
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Why a strong global plastics treaty is essential for agricultural systems, food safety, food security and human health by Marie-France Dignac, Melissa Bakhos, Susanne Brander, Gabin Colombini, Megan Deeney, Etienne Dufour, Violette Geissen, Asta Hooge, Esperanza Huerta Lwanga, Baptiste Monsaingeon, Kristian Syberg, Joe Yates

“…By threatening ecosystem functioning and terrestrial food production, plastic pollution represents a challenge for food safety and human health and is a long-term threat to food security. …”
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Circadian System and Melatonin Hormone: Risk Factors for Complications during Pregnancy by F. J. Valenzuela, J. Vera, C. Venegas, F. Pino, C. Lagunas

“…In the last few years evidence is accumulating that the placenta may have a functional circadian system and express the clock genes Bmal1, Per1-2, and Clock. …”
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Framework for a problem-solving educational program integrating medicine and design disciplines at a Japanese university by Kuriko Kudo, Naoshige Akita, Hiroyuki Matsuguma, Shunta Tomimatsu, Yasuyuki Hirai, Tomohiko Moriyama

“…Nine prototypes with mock-ups and functional models of products, games or service designs were created and positively evaluated for novelty, workability and relevance. …”
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Decoding Infection and Transmission: Deciphering the mystery of infectious diseases from data-based research by Jun Cao, Lubin Jiang, Louis H. Miller

“…Nevertheless, there are few international peer-reviewed journals that focus on analysis, decoding and utilization of epidemiological, biological, functional and -omics data associated with infectious diseases. …”
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Gold Kiwi-Derived Nanovesicles Mitigate Ultraviolet-Induced Photoaging and Enhance Osteogenic Differentiation in Bone Marrow Mesenchymal Stem Cells by Doyeon Kim, Chanho Lee, Manho Kim, Ju Hyun Park

“…Thus, mitigating the aging effects on BM-MSCs is vital for addressing bone-related pathologies. …”
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Symptomatic treatment of infantile nystagmus: a systematic review by Xuanwei Li, Xuanwei Li, Bianca Huurneman, Bianca Huurneman, Jeroen Goossens, Jeroen Goossens

“…We further suggest including functional vision measurements and QoL assessments to better address patient well-being, rethinking invasive surgical approaches and exploring non-invasive treatment modalities in clinical practice.…”
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