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Anyone who starts reading the Qurʾān out of linguistic and literary interest—whether in the original language or in a translation—very quickly becomes aware of the strong rhetorical effect of the text in its forcefulness and int...

Introduction: Atopic dermatitis (AD) is driven by complex pathways that mediate inflammation and pruritus. The pathophysiology of AD’s disease involves multiple pathways. Interleukin-13 (IL-13) is considered a major cytokine in Th2-type inflamm...

Financial markets evolve through recurring phases of stability, turbulence, and structural transformation. Standard Hidden Markov Models (HMMs) assume fixed transition probabilities, which limits their ability to capture such higher-order changes in...

Electro-hydraulic servo systems are characterized by significant nonlinearities. Reinforcement learning (RL), known for its model-free nature and adaptive learning capabilities, presents a promising approach for handling uncertainties inherent in suc...

Screening of suitable yeast strains is essential for high-quality fruit wine production. In this study, twelve Saccharomyces and non-Saccharomyces yeasts were evaluated for their performance in fermenting peach wines. Results showed that all strains...

Climate change induces widespread effects on crop production, influencing multiple developmental stages and associated agronomic outcomes. Using long-term meteorological data from Jilin Province, Northeast China, this study examined temporal and spat...

Accurate phase association and arrival time picking are pivotal for reliable microseismic event location and source characterization. However, the complexity of downhole microseismic wavefields, arising from heterogeneous subsurface structures, varia...

Two-dimensional (2D) materials demonstrate significant potential in photodetector technology. They offer high sensitivity, wide spectral range, flexibility and transparency, especially in infrared detection, promising advancements in wearable and fle...

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Mini-LC systems, including Cap-LC, Nano-LC and Chip-LC, offer a sustainable alternative to conventional LC methods thanks to their reduced solvent consumption, enhanced separation efficiency and environmentally friendly operation. Integrating micro-s...

In modern bioinformatics, the analysis of high-dimensional data (genomic, metabolomic, etc.) remains a critical challenge due to the “curse of dimensionality,” where feature redundancy reduces classification efficiency and model interpret...

Advanced alkaline water electrolysis (AWE) in “zero-gap” configuration is a promising approach for low-temperature hydrogen production, but its efficiency strongly depends on the design and surface chemistry of nickel-based electrodes. He...

We explored the ability of the low molecular weight, polyphenol-rich fractions obtained from chestnut shells to inhibit ferroptosis in Friedreich Ataxia (FRDA), an inherited neuro- and cardio-degenerative disease. We prepared an aqueous extract by an...

Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) remains difficult to manage in patients who fail multiple therapeutic lines, and growing evidence suggests that alterations in the gut microbiome contribute to persistent symptoms and inflammatory activity. This study...

Paratuberculosis (PTB), caused by Mycobacterium avium subsp. paratuberculosis (MAP), is a chronic intestinal disease in ruminants. PTB is difficult to diagnose, control, and eradicate, leading to substantial economic losses. Thus, sensitive and speci...

Organic monosubstituted hydrazine derivatives (Ar-NHNH2, RC(O)-NHNH2, Alkyl-NHNH2) are synthetically available, atom-efficient and stable sources of C-centered radicals upon oxidation with extrusion of the energetically favorable N2 molecule. This re...

This study investigates the cyclic behavior of reinforced concrete beam–column joints strengthened with hybrid GFRP–steel reinforcement using nonlinear finite element analysis. Six hybrid configurations—defined by varying the percen...

Canine steroid-responsive meningitis–arteritis (SRMA) is a systemic, immune-mediated, inflammatory disease which occasionally leads to spontaneous haemorrhage, both within and outside the central nervous system, as a possible complication. No p...

When the conference papers were submitted to Proceedings, the Editors of the volume confirmed to the publisher that all manuscripts had undergone peer review [...]

The rapid expansion of renewable energy has posed significant challenges for the power system, including supply adequacy and operational flexibility. Nuclear power, as a stable and clean baseload source, plays a significant role in developing a new-t...

The use of Pleurotus ostreatus lyophilizate (POL) and hot water extract (POE) as potential functional ingredients for the development of enriched bread was investigated. The effects of POL and POE were examined based on the results of empirical rheol...

The excessive and random production of summer shoots poses significant challenges to pest and disease management and the improvement of fruit quality in citrus orchards. Although heavy fruit load has been observed to reduce summer shoot numbers, the...

Europe’s hydrogen strategy has centred almost exclusively on green hydrogen produced through renewable electrolysis as the cornerstone of its decarbonisation agenda. However, recent discoveries of naturally occurring “white hydrogen&rdquo...

Digital transformation (DT) has become an unavoidable imperative for small- and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), not only as a technological adoption but also as a strategic motivation that guides their innovation choices. This study aims to investig...

Wheat (Triticum aestivum L.), a key global cereal for food and feed, is being improved through gamma irradiation to enhance its nutritional and functional value for forage use. This study examined the forage potential and functional traits of gamma-i...

The continuous advancement of modern weaponry has intensified the pursuit of next-generation ballistic protection systems that integrate lightweight architectures, superior flexibility, and high energy absorption efficiency. This review provides a te...

The decarbonisation of district heating (DH) is an important component of the European strategy to cut greenhouse-gas emissions, yet its feasibility depends as much on social and economic conditions as on technological innovation. The objective of th...

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This study investigates the modulation effects of varying infill densities and phase angles on the radiation attenuation properties of three 3D-printed polymers: acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS), polylactic acid (PLA), and thermoplastic polyuret...

Strawberry (Fragaria × ananassa (Weston) Rozier) is a high-value crop whose market success depends on fruit quality traits such as sweetness, firmness, and pigmentation. In sustainable agriculture, wood distillates are gaining interest as natur...

The use of solar control foils (SCFs) is a minimally invasive method that enables energy savings while preserving the original character of historic building facades. This study analysed the energy reduction potential of four types of window films ap...

Background: Optimal cerebral protection strategies for acute Stanford type A aortic dissection (aTAAD) surgery remain controversial. This study aimed to evaluate the role of near-infrared spectroscopy (NIRS)-guided monitoring and its association with...

The performance of the MADOCA-PPP (Multi-GNSS Orbit and Clock Augmentation-Precise Point Positioning) wide-range ionospheric correction requires further investigation during periods of high ionospheric activity, particularly regarding its impact on t...

The present study was carried out to analyze the complete genome sequences of infectious bursal disease virus (IBDV) isolates obtained from field outbreaks in the southern regions of India. Bursal tissue samples were collected and screened by RT-PCR,...

Human organoids are 3D cell culture models that precisely replicate the microenvironment of real organs. In organoid-based experiments, assessing whether the internal vasculature has formed normally is essential for ensuring the reliability of experi...

Walnut (Juglans regia L.) is an important economic and oil-bearing tree species, and the nutritional quality of its kernels is influenced by multiple environmental factors. Elevation is an ecological gradient that integratively reflects variations in...

Affordable, flexible surveillance tools are needed to detect SARS-CoV-2 and other pathogens in wildlife. Standard nucleic acid amplification tests (NAATs) are reliable but restricted to predefined targets, limiting their ability to detect co-infectio...

Climate shocks are increasingly recognized as systemic stressors that disrupt financial stability and undermine sustainable development. Using a comprehensive panel of Chinese listed firms from 2007 to 2023, this study examines how physical climate s...

This study investigated the prevalence of 11 common pathogens in dogs and cats in Shenzhen, China, from January 2022 to March 2024, aiming to enhance the understanding of their epidemiological characteristics for improved disease control strategies....

Background/Objectives: Although morbidity and mortality are more pronounced in extremely and very preterm infants, there is also considerable morbidity in preterm infants of more advanced gestations. Delivery via cesarean section is associated with a...

Background: Creatine kinase (CK) serves as a biomarker of muscle stress and damage and is often elevated in athletes after intense training. Persistent CK elevations may indicate subclinical muscle dysfunction or incomplete recovery. Methods: This pr...

Genome editing technologies represented by CRISPR/Cas9 (clustered regularly interspaced short palindromic repeats/CRISPR-associated protein 9) have transformed biomedical research and therapeutic development [...]

In the fast-evolving world of Sport Sciences, the pursuit of peak performance has become nothing short of an art form [...]

We aimed to investigate the type of bone changes in temporomandibular disorder patients with disc displacement. The subjects were 117 temporomandibular joints that were diagnosed with anterior disc displacement using magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)....

Background: Both atrial cardiopathy and impaired renal function are independently associated with increased mortality, but their interrelationship and combined impact remain uncertain. Methods: We analyzed 6573 participants from NHANES-III (mean age...

Background/Objectives: The use of temporary pacemakers is increasing every year. Conventional temporary pacemakers are connected to the myocardium via a passive-fixation lead (temporary pacing with passive fixation leads; TPPF), which compromises the...

Diffusion models have recently emerged as a new paradigm to solve inverse problems in magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). This paper systematically categorizes forty representative studies that use diffusion models for MRI reconstruction. The studies a...

It is widely recognized that outdoor and nature-based educational activities can significantly enhance pupils’ learning, increase environmental awareness and improve pupils’ well-being. At the same time, a growing body of literature suppo...

Background: 99mTc pyrophosphate scintigraphy (99mTc-PYP) is useful for diagnosing transthyretin amyloid cardiomyopathy (ATTR-CA). We examined the characteristics of 99mTc-PYP-positive patients at our institution. Methods: A total of 76 patients...

As artificial intelligence (AI) becomes embedded in entrepreneurial practice, an unresolved question is whether age shapes founders’ perceptions of its opportunities and risks. Drawing on diffusion-of-innovations and technology adoption theorie...