Broadband Mid-Infrared Frequency Comb Generation in a Large-Cross-Section Silicon Microresonator by Wenrui Wang, Xianshun Ming, Lei Shi, Kai Ma, Dezheng Ren, Qibing Sun, Leiran Wang, Wenfu Zhang

“…The effects of higher order nonlinearities are also investigated, which show that the effect of five-photon absorption around the pump wavelength (4.78 <inline-formula><tex-math notation="LaTeX">$\mu$</tex-math></inline-formula>m) is negligible while an octave-spanning (3.5-8 <inline-formula><tex-math notation="LaTeX">$\mu$</tex-math></inline-formula>m) Raman-Kerr comb line can be obtained with the assistance of Raman effect and a quite pure Kerr frequency soliton comb can also be achieved at large detuning. The proposed structure can be compatible with the CMOS technology, thus can be a very promising solution to the MIR integrated photonics.…”
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Stable Hydrogen‐Bonded Cobalt‐porphyrin Framework for High‐Performance Electrochemical Detection of Carcinoembryonic Antigen by Youfa Wang, Jie Han, Geoffrey I. N. Waterhouse, Huiwen Gu, Rui Wang, Shuang Wu, Pengfei Dong, Vijaya Raghavan, Jin Wang

“…The antibody‐modified Co‐HOF forms a sandwich structure with the CEA aptamer electrode exclusively in the presence of CEA, enabling the specific electrochemical detection of CEA. …”
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GNSS-Based Models of Displacement, Stress, and Strain in the SHETPENANT Region: Impact of Geodynamic Activity from the ORCA Submarine Volcano by Belén Rosado, Vanessa Jiménez, Alejandro Pérez-Peña, Rosa Martín, Amós de Gil, Enrique Carmona, Jorge Gárate, Manuel Berrocoso

“…These patterns align with the known structural framework of the region. The integration of GNSS-based displacement and strain modeling proves essential for resolving active volcano-tectonic interactions. …”
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A Weakly-Coupled Few-Mode Optical Fiber With a Graded Concave High-Index-Ring by Jiwei Zhang, Guorui Wang, Han Zhang, Fang Wang, Xin Yan, Xuenan Zhang, Shuguang Li, Tonglei Cheng

“…This paper proposes a novel refractive index profile design based on few-mode fibers (FMFs) which can support 4 linear polarization (LP) modes. We first present a FMF whose core is dually assisted by a nano-hole (NH) and a high-index-ring (HIR), and then substitute the dual assistance by an innovative graded concave HIR (GC-HIR) assisted structure. …”
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Early Renal Dysfunction and Reduced Retinal Vascular Density Assessed by Angio-OCT in Hypertensive Patients by Caterina Carollo, Maria Vadalà, Alessandra Sorce, Emanuele Cirafici, Miriam Bennici, Massimo Castellucci, Vincenza Maria Elena Bonfiglio, Giuseppe Mulè, Giulio Geraci

“…<b>Background:</b> The eye and kidney share embryological, structural, and pathophysiological similarities, suggesting potential interconnections between retinal and renal microvascular changes. …”
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Significant advances in plant-available and replenishable macro- and micronutrients with soil health-oriented conservation farming: Novel insights from a multi-site on-farm evaluat... by Christoph Rosinger, Katharina Maria Keiblinger, Luca Giuliano Bernardini, Dietmar Horn, Gereon Heller, Herbert Eigner, Hans-Peter Kaul, Sabine Huber, Orracha Sae-Tun, Gernot Bodner

“…Moreover, soil pH, cation exchange capacity and soil organic carbon contents strongly influence plant-available and replenishable cations such as N, P, Ca, Mg or B.Through a more targeted fertilization management (as in the case of S and B) and significant soil health advances (i.e., higher soil organic matter contents, better soil structure), conservation farming systems provide a solid foundation to ensure long-term, sustainable crop production.…”
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γ-Ray irradiated polyacrylamide networks enable high-performance Li||S pouch cells by Zhijuan Zou, Pengfei Liu, Ruiyang Dou, Kaijun Liu, Yunlong Wang, Lixian Song, Liping Tong, Guolu Yin, Wenbin Kang, Wenlong Cai, Yaping Zhang, Hongbing Chen, Yingze Song

“…Consequently, the well-designed composite positive electrode structure with only 5.0 wt% binder improves soft-packaged Li||S battery performance across various scenarios. …”
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An Electrochemical Aptasensor for Accurate and Sensitive Detection of Exosomes Based on Dual-Probe Recognition and Hybridization Chain Reaction by Haojie Ma, Jie Li, Mengjia Gao, Yan Dong, Yi Luo, Shao Su

“…The CD63 aptamer (CD63-Apt) was immobilized on the surface of a gold electrode for specifically capturing exosomes to construct a classical sandwiched structure. The loaded SA-HRP can efficiently catalyze the reaction of 3, 3′, 5, 5′ tetramethylbenzidine (TMB) and hydrogen peroxide (H₂O₂) to generate a large electrochemical signal. …”
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Temporal evolution and factors influencing visual function and RNFL thickness in ethambutol-associated optic neuropathy by Taimin Guo, Yue Fu, Xiaoyu Xu, Xiaoning Liu, Yurong Zhang, Hui Yang

“…Comprehensive ophthalmologic assessments, including best corrected visual acuity (BCVA), visual field (VF), optical coherence tomography (OCT), and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), were conducted to evaluate visual function and optic nerve structure. Statistical analyses including multiple linear regression and comparative analyses (independent t-tests/Mann–Whitney U tests) were performed to identify factors influencing recovery, with effect sizes calculated using Cohen’s d. …”
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Optimization of the Pedagogical Process in Teaching Chemistry to First-Year Students of the Ural State Medical University by E. Yu. Ermishina, N. A. Naronova, N. N. Kataeva, K. O. Golitsyna, N. A. Belokonova

“…It is shown that the updated form of the laboratory workshop in chemistry, along with the rationalization of the structure of the lesson and the form of the exam make it possible to achieve maximum learning outcomes with a limited time interval for classroom work. …”
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Hole-Assisted Graded-Index Four-LP-Mode Fiber With Low Differential Mode Group Delay Over C+L Band by Jiajia Zhao, Borui Li, Ming Tang, Songnian Fu, Perry Ping Shum, Deming Liu

“…The numerical simulation results prove that the hole-assisted structure can greatly reduce the absolute value of DMGD of the FMF. …”
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Functional trait differences between alien and native plants under hydrological variability in the riparian zone of the Three Gorges Reservoir by Xuemei Yi, Yuanyang Huang, Yongsheng Shi, Jialing Ju, Jilong Chen, Shengjun Wu

“…This research advances our understanding of how flood regimes structure riparian plant communities and identifies key functional differences between native and invasive species. …”
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High-Performance NIR Laser-Beam Shaping and Materials Processing at 350 W with a Spatial Light Modulator by Shuchen Zuo, Shuai Wang, Cameron Pulham, Yin Tang, Walter Perrie, Olivier J. Allegre, Yue Tang, Martin Sharp, Jim Leach, David J. Whitehead, Matthew Bilton, Wajira Mirihanage, Paul Mativenga, Stuart P. Edwardson, Geoff Dearden

“…Exposure on mild steel with a vortex beam (m = +6) displays numerous ringed regions with varying micro-structures and clear elemental separation created by the radial heat flow. …”
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A 20-week, randomized controlled trial to determine the efficacy of the Aging Well through Interaction and Scientific Education – Action Plan (AgeWISE-AP) program in older Veterans... by Maureen K. O’Connor, Julianne Szemko, Jaye E. McLaren, Lauren R. Moo, Emily E. Metcalf, Andrew Nguyen, Malissa L. Kraft, Brandon Frank, David Salat, John J. Randolph, Yorghos Tripodis

“…An exploratory outcome will focus on structural imaging data acquired from a subset of participants at baseline and one year to investigate potential volumetric changes in brain regions of interest. …”
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From fragmented to integrated: Advancing surface water quality assessment through WQPI in the upper Medjerda River, Northeastern Algeria by Benacherine Mostefa, Lyazid Mohamed Nadjib, Allaoua Noua, Soualah Alila Hana, Satour Abd El Latif, Chouiter Norhane, Debassi Bouchra, Zineb Chetouh, Md Galal Uddin

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Disentangling the association between cognitive flexibility and anxiety in autistic youth: real-world flexibility versus performance-based task switching by Farah Mahmud, Farah Mahmud, Farah Mahmud, Erin Kang, Rachel G. McDonald, Drew Wallace, Carrie Masia Warner, Carrie Masia Warner

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Central Blood Pressure and Vascular Aging in Patients with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus by Emil Fraenkel, Ioana Mozos

“…Abstract Background Structural modifications of conduit arteries in diabetes mellitus substantially contribute to subclinical changes including increased arterial stiffness, which is recognized as one of the dominant hemodynamic manifestations of vascular aging, and a determinant of central systolic blood pressure (cSBP). …”
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Compliant buffer layer achieves native-like cartilage stress in talar prosthesis: a finite element analysis study by Yaokuan Ruan, Yi Liu, Zhende Jiang, Yifan Zhong, Lu Zheng, Nan Mei, Zhihui Qian, Fei Chang

“…These findings provide preliminary insights for optimizing the material selection and structural design of talar prosthesis in TTR.…”
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Probabilistic Modelling of Fatigue Behaviour of 51CrV4 Steel for Railway Parabolic Leaf Springs by Vítor M. G. Gomes, Felipe K. Fiorentin, Rita Dantas, Filipe G. A. Silva, José A. F. O. Correia, Abílio M. P. de Jesus

“…The longevity of railway vehicles is an important factor in their mechanical and structural design. Fatigue is a major issue that affects the durability of railway components, and therefore, knowledge of the fatigue resistance characteristics of critical components, such as the leaf springs, must be extensively investigated. …”
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Prostate cancer and metabolic syndrome: exploring shared signature genes through integrative analysis of bioinformatics and clinical data by Maomao Guo, Sudong Liang, Zhenghui Guan, Jingcheng Mao, Zhibin Xu, Wenchao Zhao, Hao Bian, Jianfeng Zhu, Jiangping Wang, Xin Jin, Yuan Xia

“…Abstract The incidence of both prostate cancer (PCa) and metabolic syndrome (MS) has been steadily increasing due to changes in population structure and lifestyle. These two conditions frequently co-occur, yet their shared pathogenic mechanisms remain unclear. …”
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