Uncovering narrative aging: an underlying neural mechanism compensated through spatial constructional ability by Yumeng Li, Junying Zhang, Xin Li, Zhanjun Zhang

“…Moreover, networks enriched by macrostructure included the default mode network and fronto-parietal network, indicating a higher functional gradient compared to the microstructure-enriched dorsal attention network. Additionally, an interesting finding showed that macrostructure increases in spatial contribution with age, suggesting a compensatory interaction where brain regions related to spatial-constructional ability have a greater impact on macrostructure. …”
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Constructive Neuroengineering of Crossing Multi-Neurite Wiring Using Modifiable Agarose Gel Platforms by Soya Hagiwara, Kazuhiro Tsuneishi, Naoya Takada, Kenji Yasuda

“…Constructing stable and flexible neuronal networks with multi-neurite wiring is essential for the in vitro modeling of brain function, connectivity, and neuroplasticity. …”
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Methodology for determining temperature dependences of the diffraction efficiency of two-layer two-relief microstructures in the framework of a rigorous coupled-wave analysis by A.I. Antonov, G.I. Greisukh

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Effects of different mineral admixtures on the properties of magnesium potassium phosphate cement mortar by Shaokun Ma, Ruifeng Yang, Zhao Lu, Hu Lu, Weihang Zhao, Hongqi Chen, Meilin Liu

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Effects of desulfurized gypsum on shrinkage behavior of alkali-activated slag (AAS) and hybrid alkali-activated cement (HAC) by Lili Xue, Zhenkun Ni, Zhengning Zhou, Zuhua Zhang, Houren Xiong, Hao Wang, Xifeng Zhuge, Hongfei Liu

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Establishment on the chloride resistant clad rebar weld process in simulated seawater by Zecheng Zhuang, Weiping Lu, Zhe Gou, Lei Zeng, Rifeng Wang, Xuehai Qian, Erte Lin, Zhen Li, Yong Xiang, Jianping Tan

“…To enhance the weld process of the new type of clad rebar construction in the marine environment, the weld process of the clad rebar was established. …”
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Innovative Characterisation of By-Products from Intensive Agriculture for Their Use as Reinforcement in Biocomposites and Construction Materials by Ana Cervilla-Maldonado, Ignacio Valverde-Palacios, Almudena Pérez-Rus, Raquel Fuentes-García

“…The analysis centred on studying the microstructure, porosity, chemical composition, tensile strength, water absorption and environmental degradation of the natural fibres. …”
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Alkali-Activated Slag–Fly Ash–Desert Sand Mortar for Building Applications: Flowability, Mechanical Properties, Sulfate Resistance, and Microstructural Analysis by Wenlong Yan, Haoran Cheng, Meng Zhang, Yongjun Qin, Jianqing Cao, Xuyang Cao

“…These findings demonstrate the potential of slag–fly ash–desert sand alkali-activated mortar as a durable and sustainable material for structural and construction engineering applications, especially in sulfate-rich environments or arid regions where desert sand is abundant.…”
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Enhanced insulation properties of AFEP via constructing one-dimensional ZnO nanostructures by Jun Xie, Bobin Xu, Guowei Xia, Youzhi Zhang, Xiaoyu Shi, Ping Huang, Yan Li, Qing Xie

“…This improves the interface bonding between aramid fibers and epoxy resin, further boosting the composite material's insulation performance. The microstructure evolution of the fiber surface is verified through microscopic characterization, and the influence of different construction parameters (concentration, time) on the insulation performance. of the AFEP composite is investigated via electrical performance testing. …”
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Construction and Characterization of Soybean Isolate Protein-Polysaccharide-Starch Salt-reducing Gel System by Siqi YANG, Qianqian ZHANG, Yingru XU, Zhixiong LIN, Yi ZHANG, Baodong ZHENG, Hongliang ZENG

“…In this paper, salt-reducing gel based on soybean protein isolate-polysaccharide-cassava starch was constructed with konjac glucomannan, carrageenan and xanthan gum, respectively. …”
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Influence of Waste Glass Powder as a Supplementary Cementitious Material (SCM) on the Mechanical Properties, Expansion, Environmental Impact, and Microstructure of Cementitious Mor... by Mahdi Bameri, Mohammad Mohammadhasani, Alireza Khaloo, Ashraf Ashour, Morteza NikKhah

“…These findings establish GP as a sustainable supplementary cementitious material (SCM) with significant environmental and performance advantages for future construction applications.…”
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Rheology, mechanical properties and microstructure characterization of limestone calcined clay cement (LC3) incorporated sustainable lightweight self-compacting concrete by Snigdhajit Mukherjee, Rajesh Kumar, Monalisa Behera, Arpit Goyal, Md Reyazur Rahman

“…Significantly, the concrete industry utilizes numerous alternatives as supplementary cementitious materials (SCMs) for development in construction sector. The integrity of these materials has the potential to alter the rheological properties of fresh concrete with ease of their chemical reactivity over time. …”
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Study of municipal solid waste incinerator bottom ash (MSWIBA) and coal fly ash (CFA) applied to concrete pavement bricks: Mechanical properties, microstructure, durability by Yudong Zhang, Yuzhen Li, Huifang Zhang, Zhenwei Jiang, Yuhong Huang, Fan Jia, Ziyang Zong

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Use of Local Resources in Plant-Based Concretes: Exploring Thermal Performance Through Multi-Scale Modeling by Séverine Rosa Latapie, Ariane Abou-Chakra, Vincent Sabathier

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MICROSCOPICAL EXPLORATION OF POND ASH-INDUCED COMPRESSED INTERLOCKING BRICKS by Gaurav Udgata, Kaliprasanna Sethy, Amaresh Tripathy, Kirtikanta Sahoo, Dipti Ranjan Biswal

“…SEM analysis showed a dense microstructure in S2, while S1 exhibited unreacted fly ash and calcium hydroxide, resulting in a lower strength of 3.94 N/mm². …”
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Continuous Production of Carbon Foam from Carbon Ore by Caleb Gula, Kody Wolfe, Jason Trembly, John Staser, Rudolph Olson, III, Eric Shereda, Yahya Al-Majali

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Evaluation of rice husk biochar influence as a partial cement replacement material on the physical, mechanical, microstructural, and radiation shielding properties of ordinary conc... by Alaa A. Mahmoud, Alaa A. El-Sayed, Islam N. Fathy, Samer Fawzy, Mansour Alturki, Maged E. Elfakharany, Mohamed A. Abouelnour, K. A. Mahmoud, Hany A. Dahish, Soliman M. ElTalawy, Islam M. Nabil

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Experimental Study on the Strength Characteristics of Organic-Matter-Contaminated Red Soil in Yulin by Jinbin Long, Hangyu Yan, Haofeng Zhou, Zhigao Xie, Bai Yang

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Effect of different extrusion parameters on the microstructure and mechanical properties of Mg-4Sm-3Gd-2Yb-0.5Zr alloy by Nana Zhang, Quanan Li, Xiaoya Chen, Aowen Wang, Wanwan Mei, Zeyu Zheng, Zheng Wu

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Assessments and investigation of process parameter impacts on surface roughness, microstructure, tensile strength, and porosity of 3D printed polyetherether ketone (PEEK) materials by Shimelis Tamene Gobena, Abraham Debebe Woldeyohannes

“…Additive manufacturing (AM) is emerging as a competitive technology with promising applications across various sectors, including biomedical, automotive, construction, and dental implants. This study investigates the influence of key process parameters on the surface roughness, microstructure, tensile strength, and porosity of Polyether Ether Ketone (PEEK), a high-performance thermoplastic used in dental prosthetics. …”
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