Diffusion–tensor MRI study of the relationship between glymphatic system asymmetry and onset lateralization in Parkinson’s disease by Zihan Li, Xinxin Miao, Qiumei Zhang, Jun Shen, Yongfeng Jia, Shaoyun Ge, Peixian Ji, Jianwei Wang, Kezhong Zhang, Min Wang

“…This study demonstrated that PD patients with lateralized motor symptom onset exhibit different patterns of glymphatic system function. The glymphatic system asymmetry may provide new insights into the mechanism underlying the lateralized onset of PD.…”
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Identification and Characterization of SQUAMOSA Promoter Binding Protein-like Transcription Factor Family Members in <i>Zanthoxylum bungeanum</i> and Their Expression Profiles in R... by Shengshu Wang, Weiming Hu, Xueli Zhang, Yulin Liu, Fen Liu

“…This study will help us gain a deeper understanding of the functions of <i>ZbSPLs</i> and lay a genetic foundation for future breeding of high-quality, highly abiotic resistant varieties of <i>Z. bungeanum</i>.…”
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The transcription factor PbeNAC83 positively regulates the Valsa canker resistance in apple and pear by DOU Zhiqi, CAI Minrui, DU Chenglong, HU Huanhuan, ZUO Cunwu

“…PbeNAC83 was transfected into the DuliG03 suspension cells, and three wellgrown overexpression cell lines were obtained. Functional analysis demonstrated that PbeNAC83-OE cells were more resistant to Vp and VpM compared to the control. …”
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Deciphering ovarian cancer heterogeneity through spatial transcriptomics, single-cell profiling, and copy number variations. by Songyun Li, Zhuo Wang, Hsien-Da Huang

“…At the cellular level, single-cell RNA sequencing (scRNA seq) analysis identified three meta-programs that delineate the functional profile of tumor cells. The communication networks between tumor cell clusters exhibited unique patterns associated with the meta-programs governing these clusters. …”
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Study on salt deposition distribution and environmental effect of seawater cooling tower by Lujun Li, Qing Zhu, Xiaojun Song

“…Abstract A three-dimensional numerical simulation model was developed to examine the dispersion and migration of droplets in large, naturally ventilated seawater cooling towers, as well as the pattern of salt deposition influenced by nearby buildings and crosswinds. …”
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Single-Cell RNA sequencing reveals mitochondrial dysfunction in microtia chondrocytes by Xinyu Li, Datao Li, Ruhong Zhang

“…Chondrocytes from microtia samples showed lower mitochondrial function scores compared to normal samples. Trajectory analysis revealed more disorganized differentiation patterns in microtia chondrocytes. …”
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Interplay of a non-conjugative integrative element and a conjugative plasmid in the spread of antibiotic resistance via suicidal plasmid transfer from an aquaculture Vibrio isolate... by Lisa Nonaka, Tatsuya Yamamoto, Fumito Maruyama, Yuu Hirose, Yuki Onishi, Takeshi Kobayashi, Satoru Suzuki, Nobuhiko Nomura, Michiaki Masuda, Hirokazu Yano

“…Tn6283 is unusual among integrative elements in that it apparently does not encode transfer function and its excision barely generates unoccupied donor sites. …”
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Upper Limb Neural Tension Test and Spinal Biomechanics: Insights from a Longitudinal Pilot Study by Massimo Rossi, Marianna Signorini, Ali Baram, Mario De Robertis, Gabriele Capo, Marco Riva, Maurizio Fornari, Federico Pessina, Carlo Brembilla

“…<b>Background:</b> The Upper Limb Neural Tension Test (ULNTT) is a common assessment for neurodynamic function, yet the relationship between ULNTT findings and specific spinal biomechanical patterns remains poorly understood, particularly in the context of cervicobrachial neuralgia. …”
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Numerical-based theoretical investigation on the thermal efficiency of viscoplastic fluid suspended with ternary nanoparticles using the finite element approach by M. Nawaz, Abdelatif Salmi, Sayer Obaid Alharbi, A.S. Shflot

“…Linear shape and weight functions are used in related weak forms. Galerkin approximations are substituted in residuals, and stiffness elements are derived. …”
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Isokinetic Evaluation of Quadriceps and Hamstring Muscle Performance in the Rehabilitation Phase after ACL Reconstruction by Nicolae Stanciu, Razvan Marian Melinte, Mark Slevin, Octav Marius Russu, Cristian Trâmbițaș, Cezara Ilinca Stanciu, Elena Georgiana Bălănescu, Dan Avrămiuc, Gabriel Koszoruș, Klara Brînzaniuc

“…Subgroup analyses were conducted based on sex and athletic background to explore differences in muscle performance and recovery patterns.…”
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Common and distinct neural underpinnings of the association between childhood maltreatment and depression and aggressive behavior by Yuan Li, Ting Zhang, Xin Hou, Xiaoyi Chen, Yu Mao

“…First, we employed Network-Based Statistics (NBS) on resting-state functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI) data to identify functional connectivity (FC) patterns associated with depression and aggression. …”
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Economic growth and urban metamorphosis: A quarter century of transformations within the metropolitan area of Bucharest by Cristian Tosa, Andrei Mitrea, Hitomi Sato, Tomio Miwa, Takayuki Morikawa

“…Cities in developed countries of Western Europe and Asia experienced rapid economic growth during the second half of the 20th century and exhibited novel patterns of evolution in terms of urban form and associated functional characteristics. …”
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Surface crystal-orientation-dependent second-order nonlinear optical properties of cubic boron arsenide (c-BAs) by Lipeng Zhu, Yachao Ma, Chuyi Zhou, Tanwen Lai, Aochi Jia, Yipeng Zheng, Kaili Ren, Dongdong Han, Jun Dong, Ze Xue, Yani Ren, Qiyi Zhao, Chuan He, Jiming Zheng

“…The isotropic complex dielectric functions and the derived linear optical parameters have been obtained, such as complex refractive index and reflectivity. …”
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Neural dynamics of spontaneous memory recall and future thinking in the continuous flow of thoughts by Haowen Su, Xian Li, Savannah Born, Christopher J. Honey, Janice Chen, Hongmi Lee

“…To address this gap, we conducted a functional magnetic resonance imaging study using a think-aloud paradigm, where participants verbalize their uninterrupted stream of thoughts during rest. …”
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Annual Variation Characteristics of Air Conditioning Operating Behavior and Its Impact on Model Application in Office Buildings by Xin Zhou

“…Based on a dynamic model framework constructed with a three-parameter Weibull function and a time superposition function, this study conducted modeling and analysis of dynamic AC operating behaviors in the same open-plan office across different years. …”
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Multi-omic analyses reveal PTPN6’s impact on tumor immunity across various cancers by Yuchen Zhong, Weiyuan Zhang, Chaojing Zheng, Hongyu Wu, Jun Luo, Ziming Yuan, Hao Zhang, Chunlin Wang, Haiyang Feng, Meng Wang, Qian Zhang, Haixing Ju, Guiyu Wang

“…We analyzed PTPN6 expression data from open access databases using various statistical techniques, including survival analysis, genetic heterogeneity analysis, immune profiling, single-cell analysis, drug sensitivity analysis, and protein interaction analysis. We also conducted in vitro experiments utilizing colorectal cancer cell lines to validate PTPN6’s functional role. …”
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Graphitic Carbon Nitride: A Novel Two-Dimensional Metal-Free Carbon-Based Polymer Material for Electrochemical Detection of Biomarkers by Ganesan Kausalya Sasikumar, Pitchai Utchimahali Muthu Raja, Peter Jerome, Rathinasamy Radhamani Shenthilkumar, Putrakumar Balla

“…Based on g-C₃N₄, electrochemical biosensors have provided better biocompatibility, higher sensitivity, low detection limits, nontoxicity, excellent selectivity, and surface versatility of functionalization for the delicate identification of target analytes. …”
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Low-frequency rTMS modulates small-world network properties in an AVH-related brain network in schizophrenia by Lin Zhang, Li Guo, Xiaohui Liu, Jing Han, Yuanqiang Zhu, Chaozong Ma, Ye Li, Weiliang Ye

“…Resting-state fMRI data were collected before and after treatment to assess functional connectivity within the predefined 35-region AVH-related network. small-worldness (σ), normalized clustering coefficient (γ), and normalized characteristic path length (λ), as well as functional segregation (clustering coefficient [Cp], local efficiency [El]) and functional integration (global efficiency [Eg], characteristic path length [Lp])—were analyzed before and after rTMS. …”
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miR-34-5p mediates 20E-induced autophagy in the fat body of Bombyx mori by targeting Atg1 by Huili Qiao, Ziqian Tong, Yuanzhuo Wang, Juanjuan Yang, Yanyan Sun, Huixuan Shi, Zhuo Liu, Jianping Duan, Dandan Li, Yunchao Kan

“…Results We constructed six small RNA libraries using Bombyx mori fat body treated with 20E. Expression and functional analyses were conducted to identify 20E-responsive miRNAs. …”
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Construction and validation of acetylation-related gene signatures for immune landscape analysis and prognostication risk prediction in luminal breast cancer by Mengdi Zhu, Jinna Lin, Haohan Liu, Jingru Wang, Nianqiu Liu, Yudong Li, Hongna Lai, Qianfeng Shi

“…Mouse model was constructed for in vivo validation of KAT2B and TAF1L function. Results In our study, we utilized the TCGA-BRCA database to conduct a comprehensive analysis of the acetylation regulatory pattern in luminal breast cancer. …”
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