Applications of Lignin‐Dervied Carbon Quantum Dots: Current Status and Challenges by Xiuxin Yin, Zhili Zhang, Fengfeng Li, Maoqing Fu, Tianci Qin, Xingxiang Ji, Yuanyuan Wang, Zhiwen Wang, Shaolong Sun

“…ABSTRACT In recent years, lignin has attracted substantial attention from researchers because of its diverse sources, low cost, and renewability. The effective functionalization and enhanced value‐added utilization of lignin have successfully addressed the challenges associated with biomass resource waste, low utilization rate, high material cost, and underwhelming performance in energy, environmental protection, and medical applications. …”
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Introduction to ORC–VCC Systems: A Review by Tomasz Suchocki

“…The key innovation lies in the development of an advanced coupling mechanism that seamlessly connects the ORC and VCC, enabling more efficient utilization of low-grade heat sources. By optimizing working fluid selection and implementing a shared shaft connection between the ORC turbine and VCC compressor, the system achieves dual functionality—simultaneous electricity generation and cooling—with higher efficiency than conventional methods. …”
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Exploring the Impact of Built Environment Development on Activity Patterns of Public Open Space: The Case of Alun-alun Batu by Cantya Paramita Marhendra

“…The built environment's consistent development influences individual and community experiences, influenced by variations in spatial functions and designs within the area. This has also affected the quality of urban space, particularly in Alun-alun Batu, where shifts in social activities can alter community interactions and the utilization of its space. …”
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Fractionation and separation of bioactive peptides using natural polymeric membrane by Violina Kalita, Jyotirmoy Bhattacharyya, Sidhartha Jyoti Bora, Rupjyoti Kalita, Partha Pratim Dutta

“…This review presents the recent updates on the use of PMs derived from natural sources for the separation of BPs, covering the production and functions of BPs, different membrane separation technologies, and challenges faced during downstream purification.…”
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Effects of Three Different Bee Pollen on Digestion, Immunity, Antioxidant Capacity, and Gut Microbes in <i>Apis mellifera</i> by Xin-Meng Li, Ying Wang, Li Lei, Ge Zhang, Bao-Hua Xu

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Global Multivariable Control of Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor for Mechanical Elastic Energy Storage System under Multiclass Nonharmonic External Disturbances by Yang Yu, Zengqiang Mi, Yikun Xu, Tong Zhao

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Organoids: their emerging essential role in pathological mechanisms and drug discovery of diabetes and its complications by Xiaoyu Xu, Xiaoyu Xu, Xiaoyu Xu, Yunqi Zhang, Yunqi Zhang, Yunqi Zhang, Yifei Geng, Yifei Geng, Yifei Geng, Yun Luo, Yun Luo, Yun Luo, Xiaobo Sun, Xiaobo Sun, Xiaobo Sun

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RpoN1 (sigma factor 54) contributes to the virulence of Paracidovorax citrulli by regulating the expression of type IV pili PilA by Minghui Sun, Yuqiang Zhao, Liuyang Zhao, Jun Wang, Yanli Tian, Baishi Hu

“…Abstract The σ54 factor (RpoN), a significant transcriptional regulatory factor, plays crucial roles in regulating virulence, motility, biofilm formation, and the utilization of carbon and nitrogen sources in pathogenic bacteria. …”
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All-optical broadband terahertz modulator based on NiO/Si heterojunction and interface photoconductivity analysis by Minjie Zhou, Ao Li, Shuhan Li, Fan Zhang, Zhiqiang Li, Bing Jin

“…Self-powered heterojunction photodetectors have the high separation and utilization of photoinduced charge carriers even without external power sources. …”
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Identification and Optimization of Urban Avian Ecological Corridors in Kunming: Framework Construction Based on Multi-Model Coupling and Multi-Scenario Simulation by Xiaoli Zhang, Zhe Zhang

“…The southern pinch points, located in wetland-forest ecotones, function as critical stopover sites for low-mobility waterbirds. …”
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Sustainable PV-hydrogen-storage microgrid energy management using a hierarchical economic model predictive control framework by Xinyu Guo, Faying Gu, Hongxu Liu, Yongcheng Yu, Runjie Li, Juan Wang

“…Abstract Hydrogen-based renewable microgrid is considered as a prospective technique in power generation to reduce the carbon footprint, combat climate change and promote renewable energy sources integration. The photovoltaic-hydrogen-storage (PHS) microgrid system cleverly integrates renewable clean energy and hydrogen storage, providing a sustainable solution that maximizes the solar energy utilization. …”
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Urging bioactive peptide exploration in African fermented legumes: insights from microbial proteolysis to gastrointestinal stability by Siphosanele M. Moyo, Oluyimika Y. Famuyide, Eugénie Kayitesi

“…African fermented legume products could be utilized in various food systems such as condiments, meat binders and components of high-protein snacks, as sources of bioactive compounds in the production of functional foods and nutraceuticals. …”
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Potential Use of the Miracle Tree (Moringa oleifera) Leaves in Aquaculture: A Recent Update by Momin Momin, Devrim Memiş

“…These leaves have been used in diets to replace fishmeal, soybean, and other plant-based meal sources. The antibacterial properties of the leaves are functional as a way of lessening the spread of diseases and as an immunity booster in aquaculture. …”
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Ambient noise levels of seismic stations located in urban agglomerations in central Inner Mongolia, China. by Wenchao Bao, Quan An, Ye Guo, Lujun Wang, Jianxin Gao

“…Three stations are affected by two noise sources, and three stations are affected by one noise source. …”
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Nanocellulose derived from agricultural biowaste by-products–Sustainable synthesis, biocompatibility, biomedical applications, and future perspectives: A review by Md. Meraj Ansari, Yunji Heo, Kyoungtag Do, Mrinmoy Ghosh, Young-Ok Son

“…Moreover, the strategic integration of nanocellulose into composites and its structural functionalization enable customizing its properties for specific functions, further expanding its utility. …”
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Unlocking Pinus ponderosa (Douglas ex C. Lawson) potential: a comprehensive review of results from native and introduced areas by Karol Tomczak, Karol Tomczak, Karol Tomczak, Zdeněk Vacek, Jan Cukor, Jan Cukor, Stanislav Vacek, Václav Bažant, Aleš Zeidler, Václav Trojan, Josef Gallo, Jakub Černý

“…We reviewed 229 research sources to analyze P. ponderosa’s potential for utilization in new areas. …”
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Causal relationship between breast cancer and acute myeloid leukemia based on two-sample bidirectional Mendelian randomization and transcriptome overlap analysis by Xin’an Pan, Cuihan Huang, Xinyi Bai, Fei Li

“…Additionally, we applied the Bayesian Weighted Mendelian Randomization (BWMR) approach to validate the results of the MR analysis. Subsequently, we utilized RNA-seq data from various sources to explore the potential molecular signaling pathways between breast cancer and AML. …”
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Nitrogen content estimation of apple trees based on simulated satellite remote sensing data by Meixuan Li, Xicun Zhu, Xicun Zhu, Xinyang Yu, Cheng Li, Dongyun Xu, Ling Wang, Dong Lv, Yuyang Ma

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Biological protection of plants in agricultular landscape—state of the art, problems and ways of their decision by Sokolov M S, Kolombet L V

“…</bold> Present-day bioprotection is based on agrolandscape approaches. The major global function of the agrolandscape involves utilization of maximum quantity of solar energy. …”
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Principles of carbon catabolite repression in the rice blast fungus: Tps1, Nmr1-3, and a MATE-family pump regulate glucose metabolism during infection. by Jessie Fernandez, Janet D Wright, David Hartline, Cristian F Quispe, Nandakumar Madayiputhiya, Richard A Wilson

“…Mdt1 regulates glucose assimilation downstream of Tps1 and is necessary for nutrient utilization, sporulation, and pathogenicity. This is the first functional characterization of a MATE-family protein in filamentous fungi and the first description of a MATE protein in genetic regulation or plant pathogenicity. …”
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