Robust Resilience Blocks Detection Problem in Dynamic Social Networks by Yuxin Gao, Jianming Zhu, Peikun Ni, Guoqing Wang

“…In this study, we introduce an innovative concept of resilience, originally rooted in infrastructure networks, and merge it with the distinctive features of k-core graphs to define a novel community structure in dynamic networks-referred to as the k-block. …”
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An Efficient Design Approach for a Broadband E-Plane Five-Way Power Divider/Combiner in Rectangular Waveguide by Yuankai Li, Jiaquan Ye, Huan Lin, Fei Liang, Chao Zhang, Rui Shi

“…The proposed power divider not only offers a compact structure and broad bandwidth but also demonstrates low loss and straightforward fabrication processes. …”
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Effect of vacancies on blue-colored calcium phosphate scaffolds derived from Nile tilapia bone powder by Atchara Khamkongkaeo, Amaraporn Wongrakpanich, Theerapat Chanamuangkon, Slila Chayanun, Catleya Rojviriya, Adulphan Pimsawat, Drusawin Vongpramate, Atipong Bootchanont, Wutthigrai Sailuam, Aldo R. Boccaccini, Boonrat Lohwongwatana

“…These findings suggest a promising strategy for selectively enhancing the OH− vacancy within the HAp structure and refining the HAp/β-TCP composition, thereby improving the biological performance of calcium phosphate scaffolds for biomedical applications.…”
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Design of novel pyrazole and benzofuran-based derivatives as potent acetylcholinesterase inhibitors for Alzheimer’s disease management by Mohamed El Fadili, Amine Ez-Zoubi, Mourad Aloui, Somdutt Mujwar, Hatem A. Abuelizz, Menana Elhalaoui, Adnan Amin

“…Both C27** and C7 revealed their significant chemical reactivity after their optimization with B3LYP 6-31G (d, p) using the density functional theory (DFT), in addition to large similarities to the candidate drugs with desired pharmacokinetic and physicochemical features and good levels of molecular stability towards the crystal structure of human acetylcholinesterase protein (PDB ID of 4EY7).…”
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Optimizing Graphene Ring Modulators: A Comparative Study of Straight, Bent, and Racetrack Geometries by Pawan Kumar Dubey, Ashraful Islam Raju, Rasuole Lukose, Christian Wenger, Mindaugas Lukosius

“…Based on finite-difference time-domain simulation results, a proposed racetrack-based modulator structure demonstrates that extending the coupling region enables critical coupling at larger gaps—up to 300 nm—while preserving high modulation efficiency. …”
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Diversity analysis and isolation strains identification of Staphylococcus in high-temperature Daqu by CHENG Chixinxiao, HE Zihao, GUO Zhuang, TIAN Longxin, ZHOU Jiaping, LIU Juzhen, WANG Yurong

“…Diversity analysis showed that the abundance and diversity of Staphylococcus in black Daqu were significantly higher (P<0.05), and the community structure of Staphylococcus in high-temperature Daqu with different colors showed significant differences (P<0.05). …”
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Treatment of Denervated Muscle Atrophy by Injectable Dual‐Responsive Hydrogels Loaded with Extracellular Vesicles by Ziheng Bu, Jianxing Jing, Wei Liu, Zhen Fan, Junchao Huang, Zheng Zhou, Jianhai Hu, Jinxi An, Jiachang Hong, Jianing Yu, Daolin Tang, Min Sun, Jianzhong Du, Peng Wu

“…This platform presents a novel therapeutic approach by maintaining EV bioactivity, enabling tunable release based on the disease state, and facilitating the restoration of muscle structure and function.…”
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Development of a Lateral Longitudinal Arch Evaluation Method for the Foot Using Ultrasonography: Validation With Radiography and Verification of Intrarater and Interrater Reliabili... by Daichi Kawamura, Takashi Komatsu, Masanobu Suto, Hikaru Narita, Yasuyuki Umezaki, Saki Takahashi, Hiroshi Shinohara

“…ABSTRACT Introduction The lateral longitudinal arch (LLA) is an essential structure of the foot. However, LLA evaluation methods remain underexplored compared to those of the medial longitudinal arch (MLA). …”
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Functional and microbiological effects of a microencapsulated probiotic consortium on the ruminal microbiota in vivo and in vitro systems by Johanna Marcela Urán Velásquez, Mauricio Agudelo Rendón, Mariana Zapata, Wilyer García Arboleda, Sara Echeverri, Juan Camilo Arroyave Manco, Koen Venema, Juan Vasquez

“…This study assessed the impact of microencapsulated probiotics on the structure and functionality of an initial ruminal microbial community using in vivo (IVV) and in vitro (IVT) systems. …”
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The Effects of Mucilage Event on the Population of Critically Endangered Pinna nobilis (Linnaeus 1758) in Ocaklar Bay (Marmara Sea, Turkey) by Deniz Acarli, Sefa Acarli, Semih Kale

“…Then, each main zone was separated into sub areas covering 25 m2 (5×5 m). The habitat structure, depth, and availability of the mucilage event were observed by SCUBA diving equipment in sub areas. …”
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Preparation and Functional Properties of Hydroxy-propylated Sweet Potato (Ipomoea batatas L.) Starch by Ogundiran Abimbola Aina, Ayisat Temitayo Tijani, Olusegun Olafimihan Ogundiran, Oyesolape Basirat Akinsipo, Ali El Gamal, Talha Bin Emran, Mohamed Hefnawy

“…SEM showed that granule structure remained intact after surface modification. …”
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TECHNOLOGY OF GROWING OYSTER MUSHROOMS IN A CLOSED PRODUCTION CYCLE by N. L. Devochkina, R. D. Nurmetov, O. A. Razin

“…It was shown that the substratum that was distinguished by pro-ductivity had the following structure: coconut material after the first year of use (1 year) + hemp hurds + wheat bran (20%:75%:5%), and with yield of 3.2 kg from 10 kg of a substrate (32%). …”
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Applications and research trends in organoid based infectious disease models by Ji-O. Ryu, Yu-Jeong Seong, Eunyoung Lee, Sang-Yun Lee, Dong Woo Lee

“…They are also called mini-organs and have a structure and function similar to those of real organs, providing a more physiologically relevant model compared to traditional 2D cultures. …”
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Quantification and characterization of nitrifying bacteria isolated from an aquaponic system by Natalia Naranjo-Robayo, Maribeb Castro-González, Edwin Gómez-Ramírez

“…Molecular techniques such as 16S rRNA gene sequencing and metagenomics are recommended to confirm bacterial identity and better understand community structure. These findings reinforce the ecological importance of nitrifying bacteria in system performance and advancing sustainable agricultural practices. …”
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The Development and Validation of a K-12 STEM Engagement Participant Outcome Instrument by Toni A. May, Carla C. Johnson, Sera Harold, Janet B. Walton

“…Rasch psychometric results assisted in meaningfully paring back items to ultimately result in parsimonious and psychometrically sound survey sections based on internal structure and response processes findings. Suggestions for using the newly developed and validated <i>Student STEM Outcomes Survey</i> are provided.…”
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AWDS-net: automatic whole-field segmentation network for characterising diverse breast masses by Jiajia Jiao, Yingzhao Chen, Zhiyu Li, Tien-Hsiung Weng

“…In the decoder part, an attention gate (AG) mechanism is inserted to make the model automatically focus on the useful target region information, so that the extracted feature information can be used to build a symmetric encoder-decoder structure for automatic segmentation network of multiple masses in the full field of view. …”
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Genome-wide analysis of the KCS gene family in Medicago truncatula and their expression profile under various abiotic stress by Peng Lv, Jiaqi Lv, Yawen Zhan, Ning Wang, Xinyan Zhao, Qi Sha, Wen Zhou, Yujie Gong, Jing Yang, Hang Zhou, Pengfei Chu, Yongwang Sun

“…The 25 MtKCS genes were clustered into seven groups, each exhibiting conserved gene structure and motif distribution. MtKCS gene promoters contained multiple hormone signaling and stress-responsive elements, indicating that the expression of these genes may be modulated by a range of developmental and environmental stimuli. …”
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The INTIMA: development and validation of a new psychometric tool for the evaluation of perceived ‘Viagra Jealousy’ in erectile dysfunction therapy by Daniele Mollaioli, Andrea Sansone, Tommaso B. Jannini, Bac Hoai Nguyen, Thang Cao Nguyen, Quan Minh Pham, Giacomo Ciocca, Emmanuele A. Jannini

“…Exploratory Factor Analysis (EFA) and Confirmatory Factor Analysis (CFA) were conducted to assess the dimensionality and factorial validity of the INTIMA and its psychometric strength.Results CFA confirmed a single-factor structure with robust goodness-of-fit indices (ꭓ2[9] = 11.7, p = 0.234; SRMR = 0.030; CFI = 0.991; TLI = 0.985; RMSEA = 0.047). …”
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Artificial molecular-level machines with [Ru(bpy)3]2+ as a “light-fueled motor” by Roberto Ballardini, Vincenzo Balzani, Alberto Credi, Maria Teresa Gandolfi, Margherita Venturi

“…A molecular-level machine is an assembly of a discrete number of molecular components (that is, a supramolecular structure) designed to perform mechanical-like movements (output) as a consequence of appropriate external stimuli (input). …”
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MARCO expression on myeloid-derived suppressor cells is essential for their differentiation and immunosuppression by Sijia Liu, Binle Tian, Na Wang, Zhilong Wang, Wen Zhang, Qi Li, JianFei Wang, Guo-Huang Fan, Caicun Zhou

“…Here, we identify macrophage receptor with collagenous structure (MARCO) as a critical regulator of MDSC differentiation and immunosuppression in breast cancer. …”
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