Current and Emerging Protocols for Carbon Measurement in Agricultural Soils by Suraj Melkani, Noel Manirakiza, Shirley M. Baker, Jehangir H. Bhadha

“… Soils have the capacity to function as a sink of atmospheric carbon dioxide and are crucial for climate regulation. …”
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Green supply chain for coal: Models and optimization by Xiao Wang, Zhiyuan Chen, Ruoyu Qi, Lin Li

“…Addressing this challenge, this study proposes a coal transportation scheduling model that integrates considerations of port stockyard capacity, operational conflicts among stockpile groups, and blending requirements to meet power generation demands. …”
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The digital interactivity of US think tanks’ communications by Elizabet Castillero-Ostio, Andrea Moreno-Cabanillas, Leticia Rodríguez-Fernández

“…The communicative actions of think tanks play a fundamental role in shaping public policies and social discourse, with their capacity for interaction with diverse audiences being vital to maximizing their influence. …”
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Progress in phase field research of dead lithium in lithium batteries by Jing LIU, Huiyi CHEN, Huiyu LIU, Shu LI

“…Because of its high theoretical capacity and low electrochemical potential, lithium metal has gradually become the preferred negative electrode material for high-energy-density secondary batteries and has great application prospects in the field of energy storage technology. …”
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‘I no longer worry about money for transport to the health centre’ - economic empowerment of caregivers of children living with HIV through Village Savings and Loan Associations: e... by Joseph Rujumba, Carmen Roebersen, Susan Namara, Richard Ochen, Sharon Eva Ahumuza, Allen Tushabe, Mathias Akugizibwe, David Bitira, Innocent Mwesigye, Stella Kentusi, Henry Zakumumpa, Japheth Kwiringira, Merian Natukwatsa Musinguzi

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Different lysine-to-methionine ratios in a low-protein diet affect the microbiome and metabolome, influencing the jejunal barrier function in Tibetan sheep by Fengshuo Zhang, Zhenling Wu, Yu Zhang, Quyangangmao Su, Kaina Zhu, Xuan Chen, Shengzhen Hou, Linsheng Gui

“…In addition, the LP-L group showed higher levels of Superoxide dismutase (SOD) activity and Total Antioxidant Capacity (T-AOC) concentrations (p < 0.05). A lower concentration of Interleukin-1 beta (IL-1β) was observed in the LP-H group (p < 0.05). …”
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Denitrification in Seepage-Irrigated Vegetable Fields in South Florida by Eric H. Simonne, Benjamin Morgant

“…Because of the sandy soils low water-holding capacity, “true” drip irrigation (when all the water is provided by the drip tape) is rare in south Florida. …”
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Socially resilient mobility planning: Main challenges and design implications by Oliver Weberg, Jesper Lund, Vaike Fors, Andrea Resmini

“…Semi-structured interviews with seven mobility experts revealed the need for a shift from prioritising organizational resources to enhancing social capacity, emphasising individuals’ strengths and established routines. …”
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NIGERIA TECHNICAL AID CORPS (TAC) AND NATIONAL INTEREST, 1999-2023: AN ASSESSMENT by AGABA HALIDU, EMMANUEL IDEMOR UKHAMI, SOLOMON BABATUNDE KUMAPAYI, AKINOLA JACOB ASHIMOLOWO

“…Findings indicate that TAC significantly enhances Nigeria's diplomatic relations and international image, promotes trade and investment, and contributes to capacity building and regional stability. However, the program faces challenges such as logistical constraints, political instability, and economic limitations. …”
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Use of Recycled Potting Medium for Containerized Production of Squash by Marie Dorval, Riphine Mainviel, Vincent Michael, Yuqing Fu, Bala Rathinasabapathi, Geoffrey Meru

“…Although expensive, potting media are lightweight and provide high water- and nutrient-holding capacities, and thus they are widely used by growers. …”
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Research on key technologies and applications of fgOTN for the new electric power system by TANG Rui, GUANG Zejing, TANG Jia, GUO Xiaoxi, ZHAO Junfeng

“…The development of the new electric power system for the future computing power access and computing power interconnection, many challenges are posed in the carrying capacity, access flexibility and multi-service adaptability of the power communication network. …”
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State of the art and new directions using DNA and other molecular markers in forensic entomology by David Haymer

“…Furthermore, as new types of DNA markers and methods, including those based on epigenetic phenomena, continue to be developed for human and other forensic applications, the incorporation of these new technologies into forensic entomology will further enhance the capacity of professionals in this field to provide timely and valuable information to crime investigators.…”
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Socrates: Platonic Political Ideal by Christopher P. Long

“…Propone, además, que tanto el diálogo socrático como la escritura platónica se orientan eróticamente hacia ideales capaces de transformar las vidas de los individuos y sus relaciones. …”
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Paying for crime: frauds in DPVAT insurance and their impacts on society by Beatriz Peres Lopes, João Vinícius França Carvalho

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The Impact of GPT Models on Education: Enhancing Learning Outcomes and Addressing Challenges by Yang Nuoya

“…Key areas of focus include the deployment of GPT in adaptive learning platforms, its role in automating grading processes, and its capacity to generate interactive and engaging educational content. …”
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Oh, My Quad: A Clinical Commentary And Evidence-Based Framework for the Rehabilitation of Quadriceps Size and Strength after Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction. by Braidy Solie, Mitchell Carlson, Christopher Doney, Michael Kiely, Robert LaPrade

“…Therefore, the purpose of this review article is to integrate the existing quadriceps muscle basic science and strength training literature into a best-evidence synthesis of exercise methodologies for restoring quadriceps size and strength after ACLR, as well as outline an evidence-informed quadriceps load-progression for recovering the knee’s capacity to manage the force-profiles associated with high-demand physical activity. …”
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The impact of alliances and internal R&D on the firm's innovation and financial performance by Fábio de Oliveira Paula, Jorge Ferreira da Silva

“…Internal R&D, on the other hand, did not influence innovation performance directly; however, it positively moderated the relationship between strategic alliances and innovation performance, corroborating with the absorptive capacity theory. Contrary to our expectations, innovation performance had a negative influence on future financial performance. …”
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El pensamiento crítico, la crisis de los actores y el papel de los intelectuales by Dídimo Castillo-Fernández

“…Con el nuevo modelo se redefinió el papel del intelectual supuestamente sobre-ideologizado y se fomentó la idea de un profesional ‘puro’, despolitizado, centrado en la comercialización de su labor y producción científica, en detrimento del pensamiento crítico y la constitución de actores sociales comprometidos, capaces de imaginar nuevas formas de organizar la producción y el uso del conocimiento científico y humanístico.…”
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2019–2020 Florida Citrus Production Guide: Root Health Management by Evan G. Johnson, James H. Graham, Kelly T. Morgan

“…When root health is compromised, the root system has reduced nutrient and water uptake capacity, which can subsequently affect growth of new leaves and fruit. …”
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Snake and staff symbolism and healing by Francois P. Retief, Louise Cilliers

“…In classical times it became the herald’s wand (caduceus) of Hermes, messenger of the gods who guided departed souls to the Underworld, and was seen as the protector of travellers, shepherds and merchants. In the latter capacity Hermes also conveyed a negative connotation as protector of thieves. …”
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