Using a Micro Sampler on a Drone to Extract Organic Vapors—A Case Study of Monitoring Industrial Pollution by Wen-Hsi Cheng, Chung-Shin Yuan

“…The mainly emitted compounds, including aromatic hydrocarbons (toluene of 1,450 ± 650 ppb, ethylbenzene of 34 ± 12 ppb and xylenes of 51 ± 25 ppb), formaldehyde (50 ± 12 ppb), alkanes (propane of 30 ± 10 ppb), triacetin (7,620 ± 1600 ppb) and terephthalic acid (20 ± 5 ppb) were collected and then identified by the off-line gas chromatography (GC)-mass spectroscopy (MS) system in the laboratory. …”
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Enhanced Lightweight Quantum Key Distribution Protocol for Improved Efficiency and Security by Ashutosh Bhatia, Sainath Bitragunta, Kamlesh Tiwari

“…However, the classical post-processing steps in BB84, such as sifting, error correction, and key verification, often result in significant communication overhead, limiting its efficiency and scalability. …”
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Case-based analysis of mechanically-assisted leaching for hydrometallurgical extraction of critical metals from ores and wastes: application in chalcopyrite, ferronickel slag, and... by Laskar, Clément, Dakkoune, Amine, Julcour, Carine, Bourgeois, Florent,  Biscans, Béatrice, Cassayre, Laurent

“…Despite very different system chemistries and conditions, the particle size distribution is similar for the three materials, showing that particles’ behavior is controlled by the attrition environment. This work offers a simple setup for investigating the potential improvements of the kinetics and yields of leaching reaction due to concomitant attrition. …”
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Advancing Anaesthetist Rostering Quality: A Practical Approach Toward Fairness and Efficiency by Norizal Abdullah, Masri Ayob, Meng Chun Lam, Nasser R. Sabar, Graham Kendall, Liu Chian Yong

“…It contributes to healthcare workforce management by offering better resource allocation and increased staff satisfaction.…”
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Successful treatment of rosacea by trephination combined with photodynamic therapy: A case report by YunMi Qiu, Ping Yang, Xingyun Zhao, Yingzhi Luo, Liming Wu, Jianbo Zhong

“…The pathogenesis of rosacea is still unknown. Patients often suffer from multiple symptoms of rosacea, requiring more precise assessments and individualized therapies [2]. 5-Aminolevulinic acid photodynamic therapy (ALA-PDT) has shown promise as a safe and effective treatment for rosacea [3], especially in patients with multiple subtypes. …”
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Contribution of cuproptosis and immune-related genes to idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis disease by Chengji Jin, Jia Li, Qiaoyu Li, Lipeng Zhang, Shaomao Zheng, Qiong Feng, Yongjie Li, Yu Zheng, Qiuli Nie, Jin Liang, Jing Wang, Jing Wang

“…Additionally, multiple bioinformatics analyses were employed to identify immune-related biomarkers associated with the diagnosis of IPF, offering valuable insights for future treatment strategies.MethodsFour microarray datasets were selected from the Gene Expression Omnibus (GEO) collection for screening. …”
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Functional and effective EEG connectivity patterns in Alzheimer’s disease and mild cognitive impairment: a systematic review by Elizabeth R. Paitel, Christian B. D. Otteman, Mary C. Polking, Henry J. Licht, Kristy A. Nielson, Kristy A. Nielson

“…EEG research on connectivity in AD and mild cognitive impairment (MCI), often considered a prodromal phase of AD, has produced mixed results and has yet to be synthesized for comprehensive review. …”
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Oligodontia and Facial Phenotype Associated with a Rare Syndrome by Fatima Ezzahra Zidane, Mustapha El Alloussi

“…It is a hereditary disorder characterized by agenesis of more than six primary or permanent teeth, excluding the wisdom teeth. Oligodontia is often related with an abnormal size of teeth, conical shape, taurodontism, frequent enamel abnormalities, and delayed eruption. …”
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Duncan’s Stein Writings: Derivation and Logopoeia by Daniel Katz

“…The paper ends with a brief examination of the relationship of Duncan and Spicer in their shared but distinct projects of challenging essential tenets of modernist lyric ideology, a project for which Stein proves a crucial resource to Duncan, not least in offering a form of “permission” for the exploration of certain forms of “bad” writing.…”
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BSA-Assisted Synthesis of Au Nanoclusters/MnO₂ Nanosheets for Fluorescence “Switch-On” Detection of Alkaline Phosphatase by Yijiong Xue, Chengqi Bao, Hui Liu, Fanghui Ma, Minghui Yang, Xiaoqing Li

“…The fluorescence assay offers the advantages of facile preparation, cost-effectiveness, good specificity, and high sensitivity. …”
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Mind the perception gap: Identifying differences in views among stakeholder groups of shared mobility services through bayesian best-worst method by Ehsan Amirnazmiafshar, Marco Diana

“…Operators undervalue travel comfort and service availability, while overestimating travel distance, especially compared to users.Managerial Insights: For car-sharing, policy-makers should expand service coverage and incentivize vehicle deployment, while operators should use dynamic fleet management and offer flexible booking options. For bike-sharing, policy-makers should subsidize fleet expansion and improve infrastructure, while operators should transition to free-floating models and integrate navigation tools. …”
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Microstructural, Morphological, and Magnetic Effects of NiFe₂O₄ Shell Formation Around Nanospherical ZnFe₂O₄ Cores by Marija Šuljagić, Vuk Uskoković, Lukasz Kilanski, Sabina Lewinska, Abdul Khaliq, Anna Ślawska-Waniewska, Aleksandar Kremenović, Vladimir Pavlović, Dejan A. Jeremić, Ljubica Andjelković

“…Bi-magnetic nanostructures with homogeneous interfaces often exhibit a combination or synergy of properties of both phases, resulting in improved performance compared to their monophasic magnetic counterparts. …”
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Optimising patient engagement for assessing total joint arthroplasty outcomes – a randomised controlled trial by Wyatt Tyndall, Nebojsa Kuljic, Michael Thatcher, Michaela Nickol, Johannes M. van der Merwe

“…While these measures are commonly gathered in clinical settings, additional contact through mail or phone is often needed, and low response rates can affect the validity and reliability of collected data. …”
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Preparing Your Own Fish Feeds by Juli-Anne B. Royes, Frank A. Chapman

“… This paper presents examples of: 1) Experimental and practical fish feed blends or formulas which are nutrient balanced and adaptable to particular conditions; 2) The formulation and preparation of a semi-purified ornamental African cichlid fish diet that can be used in the laboratory or when small quantities of feed are needed; 3) The preparation of a gelatin-based diet that is often used to administer medicines or other chemicals.  …”
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Process-specific design strategy enables exceptional as-deposited strength-ductility synergy in novel Al–Ce alloys via additive friction stir deposition (AFSD) by Vishal Soni, Roberto Liam Menchaca, Devin Davis, N. Naveen Kumar, Maria Gonzalez, Prithvi Awasthi, Ravi Sankar Haridas, Adam Loukus, David Weiss, Rajiv S. Mishra, Vijay K. Vasudevan

“…This strategy leverages AFSD-specific process dynamics, such as intense deformation and localized high temperatures, to enable in-situ precipitation and microstructural refinement with exceptional mechanical properties, offering a transformative pathway for designing energy-efficient, high-performance materials.…”
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RSM-Based Optimization of the Parameters Affecting TiO2-Mediated UV Photocatalysis of Vehicular Emissions in Enclosed Parking Garages by Sandeep Singh, Parteek Thind, Manpreet Kaur Verma, Dapinder Deep Singh, Arjun Sareen, Dheeraj Ahuja, Jasgurpreet Singh Chohan, Raman Kumar, Shubham Sharma, Nima Khalilpoor, Alibek Issakhov

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Privacy policy compliance detection and analysis based on knowledge graph by ZHANG Xiheng, LI Xin, TANG Peng, HUANG Ruiqi, HE Yuan, QIU Weidong

“…It also required that these controllers provide explanations within their privacy policies for the services they offered. This meant that any company providing services in China must first offer a privacy policy that complied with the requirements of the PIPL. …”
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Yaws in the Western Pacific Region: A Review of the Literature by Corinne Capuano, Masayo Ozaki

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How to Analyze and Enhance Participation in Electronic Networks of Practice by Charkhsaz Fatemeh, Isaai Mohammad Taghi, Dayani Malihe

“…The study’s insights are vital for practitioners and theorists by offering a perspective on fostering knowledge sharing.…”
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The Horrible Sepulture of Mannes Resoun: Intoxication and Medieval English Felony Law by Elizabeth Papp Kamali

“… The modern Anglo-American common law tends toward a hardline stance on intoxication, typically not treating it as an excuse to a criminal charge but offering a few well-guarded exceptions, most notably the idea in some jurisdictions that intoxication may be invoked to negate specific intent given its deleterious effect on cognitive capacity. …”
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