Epigenetic regulation and mechanobiological adaptation in tenocytes during maturation by Ellen Y. Zhang, Tyler E. Blanch, Saeed B. Ahmed, Xi Jiang, Nathaniel A. Dyment, Su Chin Heo

“…While prior studies have characterized the mechanical and structural changes in tendons during maturation, the epigenetic regulation of tenocyte function during aging remains poorly understood. …”
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Egg Consumption Patterns and Sustainability: Insights from the Portuguese Context by Sara Sousa, Elisabete Correia, Vera Sá, Clara Viseu, Inês Maduro, Laércia Sousa

“…Based on a sample of 197 valid responses from Portuguese egg consumers collected through an online survey distributed between 27 February and 17 March, of the year 2025, and applying the Theory of Planned Behavior (TPB) framework through a structural equation modeling (SEM) approach, this study finds that consumers’ intention to consume sustainable eggs is influenced by their attitudes and subjective norms. …”
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Exploring the virulence gene interactome with CRISPR/dCas9 in the human malaria parasite by Jessica M Bryant, Sebastian Baumgarten, Florent Dingli, Damarys Loew, Ameya Sinha, Aurélie Claës, Peter R Preiser, Peter C Dedon, Artur Scherf

“…Known and novel factors were enriched including structural proteins, DNA helicases, and chromatin remodelers. …”
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Vibrational and acoustic characterization of unidirectional Helicteres isora fiber-reinforced polylactic acid bio-composites by Prashantha Acharya, Pai Dayananda, Sriharsha Hegde, Mahesha G T

“…This study demonstrates that fiber modifications play a significant role in optimizing the vibrational and acoustic behaviour of natural fiber-reinforced bio-composites, making them a viable alternative for lightweight structural and noise-reducing applications.…”
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Photodynamic therapy for precancer diseases and cervical cancer (review of literature) by A. V. Gilyadova, Yu. S. Romanko, A. A. Ishchenko, S. V. Samoilova, A. A. Shiryaev, P. M. Alekseeva, K. T. Efendiev, I. V. Reshetov

“…Side effects following surgery or radiation treatment can lead to structural deformities, scarring, hyperpigmentation, systemic side effects, and destruction of normal tissue. …”
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Sustainable knowledge integration: Enhancing green development resilience by Jingfeng Huang, Bai Yang, Bing Zhou, Bing Ran

“…Employing the Vertical and Horizontal Slot-Drawing (VHSD) and entropy methods, we developed a comprehensive framework to systematically measure EGDR, capturing both dynamic and structural aspects of resilience. Our findings revealed that, from an institutional perspective, compliance with environmental laws enhances corporate legitimacy and fosters green development. …”
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Advancing Design Strategy of PROTACs for Cancer Therapy by Hang Luo, Yuan Tian, Razack Abdullah, Baoting Zhang, Yuan Ma, Ge Zhang

“…In this review, we presented a comprehensive overview of POI ligands, E3 ligands, and their interconnected linkers in PROTAC design, including their generation, structural optimization, and contribution to degradation efficiency and selectivity. …”
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Experimental investigation on the performance degradation of grouting materials in karst erosion environment by Wang Tang, Wang Tang, Mengshan Xie, Xinghua Fang, Chengxi Huang, Chengxi Huang, Cuiliu Mo, Yongjun Chen

“…Microstructural analysis revealed that karst water induced chemical erosion and structural damage in both materials, with CCGS exhibiting accelerated degradation due to weaker cementitious bonding and higher initial porosity, which facilitated ion penetration and reaction-induced damage. …”
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Toll-Like Receptors in Secondary Obstructive Cholangiopathy by A. G. Miranda-Díaz, H. Alonso-Martínez, J. Hernández-Ojeda, O. Arias-Carvajal, A. D. Rodríguez-Carrizalez, L. M. Román-Pintos

“…Liver inflammation and structural alterations develop due to progressive bile stagnation. …”
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Recent Trends in the Application of Cellulose-Based Hemostatic and Wound Healing Dressings by Clemence Futila Bukatuka, Bricard Mbituyimana, Lin Xiao, Abeer Ahmed Qaed Ahmed, Fuyu Qi, Manjilla Adhikari, Zhijun Shi, Guang Yang

“…Techniques like oxidation enhance performance. Structural engineering methods like freeze-drying and 3D printing optimize porosity and alignment. …”
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RELATIONSHIP OF THE IMMUNOLOGICAL PARAMETRES WITH NEOADJUVANT CHEMOTHERAPY EFFECTIVENESS IN BREAST CANCER PATIENTS by Y. V. Kukharev, M. N. Stakheeva, A. V. Doroshenko, N. V. Litvyakov, N. N. Babyshkina, E. M. Slonimskaya, N. V. Cherdyntseva

“…Thus, the findings suggest that an objective clinical response to NAC is associated with structural and functional preservation of the immune system. …”
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Understanding viewer support in video game streaming: key insights into donation drivers by Jorge Serrano-Malebrán, Franco Campos-Núñez, Diana Veneros-Alquinta, Neil Meza-Espinoza, Ignacio Alfaro-Tirado, Juan Cucho-Solano

“…Data were collected via an online survey (N = 401) and analyzed using partial least squares structural equation modeling (PLS-SEM). The findings reveal that parasocial relationships significantly influence all four organismic states, while social presence impacts enjoyment, loyalty, and satisfaction but not trust. …”
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Characterization, Antibacterial Evaluation and Computational Study of Synthesized 4,5‐bis(Hydroxymethyl)‐2‐Methylpyridin‐3‐ol Tetraphenylborate Ion‐Pair Complex by Ahmed H. Bakheit, Mohamed H. Al‐Agamy, Rashad Al‐Salahi, Essam Ali, Haitham Alrabiah, Gamal A.E. Mostafa

“…The antimicrobial activity of the formed ion‐associate complex was evaluated. The structural, electrical, and bonding properties of a novel pyridoxine‐tetraphenylborate ion‐pair complex was explored using B3LYP/6‐311G(d,p) DFT simulations. …”
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Antimicrobial, remineralization, and infiltration: advanced strategies for interrupting dental caries by Yang Qingyi, Li Fan, Ye Yangyang, Zhang Xu

“…The primary objective in caries management is to maintain biofilm homeostasis while facilitating the repair and regeneration of dental hard tissues, thus restoring both structural integrity and functionality of affected teeth. …”
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Diffusion Kurtosis Imaging of Substantia Nigra Is a Sensitive Method for Early Diagnosis and Disease Evaluation in Parkinson’s Disease by Guohua Zhang, Yuhu Zhang, Chengguo Zhang, Yukai Wang, Guixian Ma, Kun Nie, Haiqun Xie, Jianping Liu, Lijuan Wang

“…To diagnose Parkinson disease (PD) in an early stage and accurately evaluate severity, it is important to develop a sensitive method for detecting structural changes in the substantia nigra (SN). Method. …”
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The Main Arboviruses and Virus Detection Methods in Vectors: Current Approaches and Future Perspectives by Amanda Montezano Cintra, Nathália Mayumi Noda-Nicolau, Milena Leite de Oliveira Soman, Pedro Henrique de Andrade Affonso, Guilherme Targino Valente, Rejane Maria Tommasini Grotto

“…This article discusses key arboviral families of medical and veterinary significance, including Togaviridae, Flaviviridae, Nairoviridae, Phenuiviridae, Peribunyaviridae, and Orthomyxoviridae, highlighting their molecular and structural characteristics. These features are essential for guiding the development and implementation of specific and sensitive detection strategies. …”
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How transformational leadership affects job performance among hospital employees: Does power distance matter? by Lan Huynh Thi Xuan, Duy Dao Huan, My Nguyen Thi Dung, Han Pham Dinh

“…A total of 500 survey questionnaires were distributed in the Mekong Delta, Vietnam, with 341 valid responses analyzed using structural equation modeling (Smart-PLS). The findings indicate that transformational leadership has a small direct effect on job performance and work engagement but demonstrates a moderate impact on work motivation and a significant influence on organizational culture. …”
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The Novel PKCθ from Benchtop to Clinic by Rouba Hage-Sleiman, Asmaa B. Hamze, Lina Reslan, Hadile Kobeissy, Ghassan Dbaibo

“…Of particular interest is the novel, calcium-independent PKCθ which plays a central role in immune responses. PKCθ shares structural similarities with other PKC family members, mainly consisting of an N-terminal regulatory domain and a C-terminal catalytic domain tethered by a hinge region. …”
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Investigation of a novel separately-configured thermoelectric cooler: A pathway toward the building integrated thermoelectric air conditioning by Haowen Liu, Limei Shen, Yunhai Li, Xudong Zhao, Guiqiang Li, Zeyu Liu, Hongxing Yang

“…Due to structural limitations, the hot and cold sides of conventional thermoelectric coolers (TECs) are fully integrated, making it challenging to directly incorporate TECs into building facades or ceilings to utilize natural ventilation from the building exterior assisting cooling the hot junction. …”
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The antioxidant system was unexpectedly strongly suppressed in apis mellifera worker bees emerged from larvae reared on combs adulterated with paraffin or stearin by Aneta Strachecka, Patrycja Staniszewska, Krzysztof Olszewski, Magdalena Chęć, Mariusz Gagoś, Piotr Dziechciarz, Maciej S. Bryś, Jerzy Paleolog

“…Abstract The bee-wax combs are “the biggest organ of the bee colony body” as, in addition to their structural functions, they transfer information – pheromones and sounds. …”
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