Foraminifers and stable isotopes (О¹⁶/О¹⁸ and C¹²/С¹³) of their shells at methane seepages on eastern slope of Sakhalin Island (Okhotsk... by Sergey P. Pletnev, Vladimir K. Annin, Yu. . Wu, Tatiana S. Tarasova

“…The genera Nonionellina, Valvulineria, Uvigerina and the species Reophax dentaliniformis were the most adapted for the polluted environment. Stable isotopes O16/O18 and C12/C13 are measured in carbonate shells of Uvigerina parvocostata, Valvulineria sadonica, Nonionellina labradorica . …”
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High-throughput 3D phenotyping in northern quahogs Mercenaria mercenaria for dimensional trait measurement and weight prediction by Kai Shen, Xu Wang, Kai Gao, Jayme Yee, Paul McDonald, Huiping Yang

“…The northern quahog Mercenaria mercenaria (also called hard clams) is one major bivalve species for aquaculture in the US. Accurate shell geometry quantification is essential for genetic breeding. …”
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Behavioral, physiological and genetic responses of the Yesso scallop Mizuhopecten yessoensis to the predation of sea star by Xuetao Li, Xuetao Li, Xuetao Li, Xian Li, Xian Li, Danyang Li, Danyang Li, Dandan Zhang, Xingyue Zhai, Xubo Wang, Xubo Wang, Junxia Mao, Junxia Mao, Ying Tian, Ying Tian, Ming Liu, Yaqing Chang, Yaqing Chang, Zhenlin Hao, Zhenlin Hao

“…Shell clap behavior, recorded using a force gauge system, revealed significantly increased contraction force and frequency following predator exposure, particularly in small and medium-sized scallops. …”
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Multiboundary wormholes and OPE statistics by Jan de Boer, Diego Liška, Boris Post

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Hybrid Solar PV–Agro-Waste-Driven Combined Heat and Power Energy System as Feasible Energy Source for Schools in Sub-Saharan Africa by Ogheneruona Endurance Diemuodeke, David Vera, Mohammed Moore Ojapah, Chinedum Oscar Nwachukwu, Harold U. Nwosu, Daniel O. Aikhuele, Joseph C. Ofodu, Banasco Seidu Nuhu

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Role of the Fe₃O₄ mass ratio in Fe₃O₄-Fe nanoparticles with the core-shell structure on their anticancer activity <i>in vitro</i> by O. V. Bakina, A. S. Lozhkomoev, S. O. Kazantsev, A. V. Avgustinovich, S. G. Afanasyev, l. V. Spirina

“…Introduction. Currently, most of the drugs used in tumor therapy are highly toxic and cause various toxic effects. …”
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Anti-Money Laundering and the "Beneficial Ownership" Amendments to South Africa's Companies Act 71 of 2008 by Etienne Olivier, Windell Nortje

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Combined Effect of Spent Mushroom Substrate and Agro-Industrial Residues on <i>Pleurotus columbinus</i> Production and Intra-Cellular Polysaccharide Synthesis by Marianna Dedousi, Chrysavgi Gardeli, Seraphim Papanikolaou, Panagiota Diamantopoulou

“…Spent mushroom substrate (SMS), spent coffee grounds from espresso production (SCG), faba bean harvest residues (FBR), pistachio shells (PS) wheat straw (WS) (control) agro-industrial waste were combined in different ratios, with or without supplements (wheat bran, soybean flour), to create novel substrates for <i>Pleurotus columbinus</i> growth. …”
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Enhancing slow sand filtration with 3D-printed eco-friendly bricks by Wathsala Benthota Pathiranage, Chloe Sharp, Yinshan Hong, Cecylia Williams, Omar Algharibeh, Anna McKnight, Clinton Williams, Hunain Alkhateb, Matteo D’Alessio

“…This study evaluated the ability of two low-cost and sustainable materials, clay and crawfish shell waste to produce 3D-printed bricks to remove turbidity, Chemical Oxygen Demand (COD), Total Organic Carbon (TOC), total coliforms and E. coli. …”
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A Non-Aristotelian Interpretation of Orbs in the Post-Classical Islamic Age: Shams al-Dın al-Samarqandı in Science of the Cosmos and the Soul by Hanif Ghalandari, Hassan Amini

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Environmentally Friendly Composites from Agricultural Residue Biomass for Lightweight Applications in New Generation Structures: A Review by Murugesan Palaniappan, Sivasubramanian Palanisamy, Borhen Louhichi, Nadir Ayrilmis, Thulasi mani Murugesan

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A Novel Modified ZIF-8 Nanoparticle with Enhanced Interfacial Compatibility and Pervaporation Performance in a Mixed Matrix Membrane for De-Alcoholization in Low-Concentration Solu... by Yun Xiong, Yifan Shu, Niyan Deng, Xiaogang Luo, Shengpeng Liu, Xiaoyu Wu

“…This study focused on the separation of ethanol from low-concentration ethanol/water mixtures (typical post-fermentation concentrations of 5–10 wt%). Specifically, ZIF-8 was modified by the shell–ligand exchange reaction (SLER) with 5,6-dimethylbenzimidazole (DMBIM), resulting in ZIF-8-DMBIM particles with improved hydrophobicity, organophilicity, larger size, and adjustable pore size. …”
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Transient Post-Buckling of Microfluid-Conveying FG-CNTs Cylindrical Microshells Embedded in Kerr Foundation and Exposed to a 2D Magnetic Field by Mohammed Sobhy

“…Dynamic post-buckling behavior of microscale cylindrical shells reinforced with functionally graded carbon nanotubes (FG-CNTs) and conveying microfluid is discussed for the first time. …”
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Seismic and Post-Seismic Ductility and Forces of Mid-Story Pin Moment-Resisting Frames Based on Scale of Local Deformation of I-Beam’s Segments by Atsushi Suzuki, Ruiyu Che, Yoshihiro Kimura

“…The method of calculating post-seismic residual strength based on maximal buckling deformation of the beam is also proposed.…”
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Clinical significance of detecting organ-specificsensitization in patients with long-term chronic posttraumatic uveitis by N. V. Balatskaya, I. A. Filatova, G. P. Zakharova, I. G. Kulikova, V. O. Denisyuk, I. M. Mohammad

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Performance Assessment of Organic Fibre-Reinforced Ceiling Boards for Sustainable Building Applications by Theophilus Olukunle Oloyede, Joseph Abutu, Zaka Audua Mshelia

“… This study developed two separate ceiling boards using snot apple fibre and cow hair with coconut shells and epoxy resin binder added in each of the boards in order to produce sustainable, lightweight, and cost-effective ceiling boards from agricultural and animal waste fibres as eco-friendly alternatives to conventional, non-renewable building materials. …”
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Changes in the future time perspective of university students by Ümit Doğan Üstün, Alparslan Gazi Aykin

“…The study was designed as a longitudinal study and 80 university students from the school of physical education and sports of Hatay Mustafa Kemal University consisted of the study sample. The pre-test and post-test data were collected with the Turkish version of Husman and Shell's (2008) Future Time Perspective Scale. …”
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Post-diapause synthesis of ArHsp40-2, a type 2 J-domain protein from Artemia franciscana, is developmentally regulated and induced by stress. by Nathan M Rowarth, Thomas H MacRae

“…Post-diapause cysts of Artemia franciscana undergo a well-defined developmental process whereby internal differentiation leads to rupture of the cyst shell, release of membrane-enclosed nauplii and hatching to yield swimming larvae. …”
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Reproduction, embryonic and early post-embryonic development of saffron cod <i>Eleginus gracilis</i> (Gadidae) from the Tauyskaya Guba Bay (northern Okhotsk Sea) by Ravil R. Yusupov, Marina V. Rakitina

“…New information on reproductive biology, embryonic and early post-embryonic development of saffron cod Eleginus gracilis Tilesius is presented on the base of long-term observations in the Tauyskaya Guba Bay, northern Okhotsk Sea. …”
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Energy-Saving Seamless Insulation Systems for Frame Buildings Using Foamed Polyethylene by Bessonov I.V., Ter-Zakaryan K.A., Zhukov A.D., Mednikova E.A.

“…The effect of the reflective layer applied to the foamed polyethylene on the mechanical characteristics of the material is insignificant, but it contributes to an increase in the thermal resistance of the insulating shell. Strength characteristics ensure the integrity of the seamless insulation envelope. …”
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