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The utilisation of carbon fibre–reinforced polymers (CFRPs) has emerged as a promising method for enhancing the flexural performance of reinforced-concrete (RC) bridges. While extensive research has been conducted on CFRP systems implemented on...

Effective scheduling and charging management of electric buses is essential for minimizing investment and operational costs while improving transit efficiency. The paper presents an optimization framework which provides a 3D Pareto frontier of fleet...

Multi-channel common-aperture optical systems, which excel at simultaneous multi-spectral information acquisition, are widely used for image fusion. However, complex systems for long-distance multi-band detection suffer from difficulties in assembly...

Breast cancer is the most common cancer among women worldwide and a leading cause of mortality. Stark differences in outcomes across income levels, regions, population groups, and healthcare systems reflect deep inequities in access to early detectio...

This study investigates how environmental, social, and governance (ESG) performance influences firm-level financial outcomes using a panel of approximately 24,500 firm-year observations from 2015 to 2024, based on Refinitiv ESG scores across 12 indus...

The transplacental transfer of maternal immunoglobulin G from the mother to the foetus is central for providing immunity in early life, resulting in full-term newborns having IgG repertoires and levels similar to those of their mothers. The neonatal...

This study presents a series of hydrodynamic experiments on a novel pontoon-type offshore floating photovoltaic (OFPV) structure, designed to improve wave attenuation performance and platform stability in marine environments. Using a 1:14 Froude-scal...

Generative AI (GenAI) systems are increasingly deployed across high-impact sectors, introducing security risks that fundamentally differ from those of traditional software. Their probabilistic behavior, emergent failure modes, and expanded attack sur...

Prismatic deflection loupes (PDLs) may offer ergonomic benefits over traditional through-the-lens (TTL) loupes and no loupe during ophthalmic microsurgery. Ten medical students performed microsuturing tasks under three conditions: PDL, TTL, and no lo...

Background/Objectives: Chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) displays substantial clinical heterogeneity, yet access to genomic prognostic testing remains limited in many real-world and resource-constrained settings. Readily available biomarkers that re...

Bioaugmentation, defined as the strategic incorporation of specifically selected microbial biomass into contaminated environments, can significantly enhance the biodegradation of pollutants and is extensively employed in soil bioremediation efforts....

A cancer diagnosis has long-term physical and psychological consequences, and patients vary considerably in their mental health outcomes during the disease process. Psychological resilience has been identified as a protective factor, yet the mechanis...

Augmented Reality (AR) is transforming education by integrating digital and real-world elements to create immersive and practical learning experiences. AR offers unique benefits in education, such as enhancing student engagement, facilitating underst...

Loach (Misgurnus anguillicaudatus) is a small benthic fish favored by consumers in East Asia. Female loaches exhibit greater production value due to their larger size and higher meat yield. Therefore, controlling the sex of loach should be studied to...

Background: University students are increasingly vulnerable to both depressive symptoms and hazardous alcohol use, particularly in the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic. Disruptions in circadian rhythms, hormonal dysregulation, and changing social d...

This paper presents a physics-consistent hybrid surrogate framework for simulating the mechanical behavior of reinforced concrete beams that utilize waste fired clay (WFC) as a partial substitute for cement. The main contribution is the integration o...

This study examines how international educators come to understand Lesson Study as a form of professional learning through participation in the Lesson Study Immersion Program in Japan (LSIP-JR). While prior research has documented the impact of Lesso...

Energy scarcity has evolved into one of the most pressing challenges confronting the global community today. Fuel-driven loaders suffer from drawbacks such as high fuel consumption, low energy conversion efficiency, and heavy pollution, which not onl...

Amorphous soft magnetic materials (AMMs) have demonstrated significant advantages in electric machines due to their low core losses, high permeability, high tensile strength, and superior energy efficiency at high operating frequencies. Despite these...

Sichuan Pepper is a high-value spice, but traditional drying often degrades its unique flavor and quality. This study investigates the applicability of contact ultrasound-assisted hot air drying (US-HAD) to address these issues. The effects of drying...

Migraine is a complex neurovascular disorder in which immune signaling intersects with vascular and neural circuits, yet the tissue and cell-type context of common genetic risk remains incompletely defined. We integrated large-scale migraine genome-w...

Soil salinity is a major constraint on global agricultural productivity. This study evaluated the efficacy of a cell-free extract from Trichoderma hamatum (designated BEYF) in enhancing salt stress tolerance in lettuce (Lactuca sativa). Lettuce plant...

This study examines two wildfire events in the southern Amazon in August 2021, addressing the challenges in investigating the development of pyro-convective clouds in tropical regions. The analysis combines the Normalized Difference Vegetation Index,...

To examine how grain-size distribution affects the mechanical response and fracture behavior of Lac du Bonnet (LdB) granite under uniaxial compression, numerical simulations were conducted using the particle flow code (PFC) with a grain-based model....

The increasing complexity and scale of cyber threats have pushed Cyber Threat Intelligence (CTI) beyond the capabilities of traditional rule-based systems. This article explores how Artificial Intelligence (AI), particularly Machine Learning (ML), De...

The mechanism of charge partitioning during Coulomb explosion, especially via charge-asymmetric dissociation (CAD) pathways, remains a key question in strong-field molecular dynamics. We present an experimental and theoretical study of CAD in the het...

Severe fever with thrombocytopenia syndrome (SFTS) is a tick-borne disease with a high mortality rate. While research has focused on high-risk rural populations and healthy individuals in endemic regions, such as Jeju Island, data on patients with un...

Rapid assessment of existing reinforced concrete (RC) buildings is essential for effective seismic risk mitigation, particularly in highly active regions such as Bingol, Turkiye. This study evaluates the local performance of three Rapid Visual Screen...

This paper addresses the motion control for an x-rudder underwater vehicle, which features a bow rudder and four independent x-shaped stern rudders. To achieve coordinated operation of bow and stern rudders of the x-rudder underwater vehicle, the mot...

Preparations containing appropriate microorganisms stimulate plant growth and are increasingly used to alleviate plant stress, including water deficit stress. Despite the growing interest in PGPR, little is known about the post-emergence efficacy of...

The rapid integration of renewable energy into power systems has made voltage oscillations caused by the intermittency of wind and solar power a critical operational challenge. To mitigate these issues, this paper proposes a multi-mode coordinated re...

The Lower North River (LNR) exhibits a distinctive anabranching pattern in the Pearl River Basin, China. However, research has predominantly focused on vertical channel adjustments relying on in situ measurements, while the large-scale spatiotemporal...

The actual implementation of fifth-generation (5G) and beyond networks faces persistent challenges, including environmental interference and limited coverage, which compromise transmission stability and network feasibility. Reconfigurable Intelligent...

This study evaluated the effect of turmeric leaf phenolic extract (TLP) on lipid oxidation and physicochemical properties of oil-in-water emulsions. The dried leaves were first extracted using hydroethanolic solvents (0, 30, 50, 70%, w/w ethanol), an...

High-grade serous ovarian carcinoma (HGSOC) is characterised by profound genomic instability and limited durable responses to standard therapy, leading to poor prognosis. The use of next-generation sequencing technologies has improved understanding o...

Traditional macroscopic test methods (e.g., uniaxial compression and indirect tensile strength tests) cannot accurately describe the internal microstructure and its influence on the mechanical properties of asphalt mixtures from a microscopic perspec...

Nanoparticles of ferrimagnetic magnetite (Fe₃O₄) are cornerstones of modern nanoscience and technology, primarily due to their superparamagnetic behavior. Beyond traditional applications in magnetorheology and magnetic hyperthermia, these materials a...

The integration of digital technologies into early childhood education extends beyond mere technical necessity; it constitutes a fundamental pillar of social sustainability within the teaching profession. Yet, a persistent paradox remains in teacher...

Shagamite, KFe₁₁O₁₇ (IMA 2020-091) was discovered in the ferrite zone of gehlenite hornfels from the Hatrurim Complex exposed near Mt. Ye’elim, Hatrurim Basin, Israel. The mineral occurs in outer zones of gehlenite rock blocks that were heterog...

Wide-bandgap transistors have short voltage rise and fall times, thus leading to overvoltage at the end of the cable connecting the inverter and the motor. In this paper, the overvoltage reduction possibilities have been investigated analytically, ex...

Traditional time study methods are time-consuming and expensive and require experienced staff. Using a time sampling methodology based on video recordings might be a time-efficient and precise solution. This study scrutinized the accuracy and margin...

Corporate greenwashing poses a significant challenge to global sustainability efforts. Drawing on firm-level data from China, this study explores the effect of social trust as a key informal institution on inhibiting greenwashing behavior. We find th...

Paracetamol (PAR) and orphenadrine citrate (ORPH) are two active substances commonly used in combination medicinal products, due to the analgesic effect of paracetamol and the muscle relaxant effect of orphenadrine, with a therapeutic indication of m...

Craving for mobile phone use is increasingly discussed as a relevant feature of problematic engagement with digital technologies. This population-based study of 1601 Spanish adults examined psychological factors (impulsivity traits and affective symp...

Social wasps, including hornets, are increasingly recognized not only as invasive pests but also as farmed insects; however, their gut microbiota and associated diseases remain poorly characterized. In indoor rearing facilities for the hornet Vespa a...

A 78-year-old woman with a history of rheumatoid arthritis (treated with methotrexate) developed disturbed consciousness, emesis, and intestinal perforation. Initial labs revealed hyperammonemia (189 μg/dL) and hypertonic dehydration. Despite ammo...

The wheat cultivar significantly influences the quality of grain and malt, which are used to produce wheat beers, determining their potential for use in brewing. The brewing process influenced the quality of wheat beers obtained from selected winter...

Trichilia dregeana has a rich phytochemical diversity and biological activity; however, information on its metabolomic profile and antimycotoxigenic potential is limited. This study investigated different extracts of T. dregeana bark obtained with va...

Non-uniform rational B-spline (NURBS) surfaces are effective for accurately modeling curved geometries, and research in this area has recently increased. In this study, point cloud data obtained from two challenging test environments (a convex wooden...

Background: Balance is an essential motor skill that enables individuals to maintain a stable posture and perform daily activities safely. Dual-task assessments are widely used to evaluate the integration of motor and cognitive functions in paediatri...