OsLB2.2 negatively regulates rice disease resistance at seedling stage in rice by Tianze Ma, Mengge Wang, Shupeng Xie, Shupeng Xie, Chengxin Li, Jingguo Wang, Hualong Liu, Luomiao Yang, Longnan Men, Zhonghua Sun, Tianpeng Zong, Detang Zou, Hongliang Zheng, Wei Xin, Wei Xin

“…To elucidate gene functionality, we generated oslb2.2 knockout mutants. …”
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Metabolic positron-emission tomography/magnetic resonance imaging in primary progressive aphasia and frontotemporal lobar degeneration subtypes: Reassessment of expected [18F]-fluo... by Ana M. Franceschi, Kiyon Naser-Tavakolian, Michael Clifton, Lev Bangiyev, Giuseppe Cruciata, Sean Clouston, Dinko Franceschi

“…Images were obtained using a Siemens Biograph mMR integrated 3T PET/MRI scanner. PET surface maps and fusion fluid-attenuated inversion recovery-PET images were generated utilizing MIMneuro software. …”
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3D CMZ. II. Hierarchical Structure Analysis of the Central Molecular Zone by Cara Battersby, Daniel L. Walker, Ashley Barnes, Adam Ginsburg, Dani Lipman, Danya Alboslani, H Perry Hatchfield, John Bally, Simon C. O. Glover, Jonathan D. Henshaw, Katharina Immer, Ralf S. Klessen, Steven N. Longmore, Elisabeth A. C. Mills, Sergio Molinari, Rowan Smith, Mattia C. Sormani, Robin G. Tress, Qizhou Zhang

“…We perform power-law fits to the column density probability distribution functions of the inner 100 pc, SgrB2, and the outer 100 pc of the CMZ as well as several individual molecular cloud structures and find generally steeper power-law slopes (−9 < α < −2) compared with the literature (−6 < α < −1).…”
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Analysis of environmental protection priority zones and their impacts on urban planning in small- and medium-sized cities of Indonesia by Rizal Imana, Andrea Emma Pravitasari, Didit Okta Pribadi

“…Designing UGB to limit urban expansion should be enhanced by better knowledge about its ecological functions in supporting urban sustainability.…”
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Genome-Wide Identification and Expression Analysis of MYB Transcription Factors Involved in Lignin Biosynthesis in Elephant Grass (<i>Cenchrus purpureus</i>) by Qizhe Wang, Mengying Ruan, Fuqiang Li, Zhe Ma, Dong Luo

“…Among them, 233 were mapped to 14 chromosomes, and 14 to unanchored contigs. …”
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Geospatial physiologically based demographic modeling and analysis of thirteen invasive species in Africa: why the biology matters by Andrew Paul Gutierrez, Luigi Ponti, Markus Neteler, Federica Stocchino, Jose Ricardo Cure, Peter E. Kenmore, George Simmons

“…Two approaches are used to parameterize PBDMs: (1) mass/energy acquisition and allocation, and (2) biodemographic functions fitted to vital rates estimated from age-specific life table studies conducted under a range of abiotic conditions; vital rates that result from resource acquisition and allocation under experimental conditions. …”
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Patient-reported outcome assessment of adults and adolescents with atopic dermatitis: a cross-sectional qualitative interview study by Parima Ghafoori, Dharm S. Patel, Kimberly Raymond, Elizabeth Brennan, April Mitchell Foster, Kristi Jackson, Helen J. Birch, Wen-Hung Chen

“…Results from the CD portion were mapped to this model to evaluate the conceptual coverage of the PROs. …”
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Characterization of SUPPRESSOR OF MAX2 1-LIKE (SMXL) Genes in ‘duli’ (<i>Pyrus betulifolia</i> L.) and Expression Analysis of <i>PbSMXLs</i> in Response to Plant Growth Regulators... by Shuai Yuan, Weilong Zhang, Yuxing Zhang

“…Our findings will also aid future studies of the functions of <i>SMXL</i> genes in ‘duli’.…”
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Sport commitment among children and adolescent through the lens of theory of organismic integration: A systematic literature review by Anna Pavlova

“…Organismic integration theory: A theory of regulatory styles, internalization, integration, and human functioning in society. In The Oxford Handbook of Self-Determination Theory (pp. 53–83). https://doi.org/10.1093/oxfordhb/9780197600047.001.0001 …”
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The development of the Saudi Billing System supporting national health transformation: methods and justification by Husein Reka, Deniza Mazevska, Jim Pearse, Abdullah Al Maghrabi, Susan E. Young, Shabab Al Ghamdi

“…Abstract Background The Saudi health transformation program entails a comprehensive reform of all health system functions. One of the pillars of this reform is the health care financing transformation. …”
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Innovative adaptation of coagulation-sedimentation-filtration process in lightly polluted urban rivers with seasonal high turbidity by Yujie Yuan, Tao Zhang, Yaqian Zhao, Yuan Liu, Song He, Yamei Cai, Yuanbo Liu, Shu Wang

“…However, the dynamics of pollution and turbidity in urban rivers within residual red clay alluvial plains remain poorly understood, and there is an urgent need for effective engineering strategies focused on pollution control and turbidity management to improve water quality and restore ecosystem functions. This study endeavored to investigate the spatiotemporal mapping of water quality and corresponding treatment strategy for a slow-flowing urban river with lightly-pollution and seasonal high turbidity within the alluvial plain of southern China. …”
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Approximation of the Profile of Gas Turbine Engine Blades by M. E. Soloviev, Y. N. Shuleva, S. L. Baldaev, L. Kh. Baldaev

“…This made it possible to provide high accuracy of approximation and construction of a continuous mapping for the parameters of the blade profile approximation. …”
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Azov-type spits: long-term monitoring of morphodynamics and vegetation in response to changing environment by Oksana Tyshchenko, Volodymyr Tyshchenko, Svitlana Boychenko, Andrii Tarieiev, Vasyl Tkachenko

“…These factors significantly shape the ATS, influencing their capacity to accumulate biogenic material and sediments, thereby impacting vegetation cover, resilience and functioning within their ecological context. Methods Our study on ATS morphodynamics and vegetation changes is based on a 95-year dataset that incorporates retrospective vegetation maps (1927–1929, 1934, 1996–1999), grassland releves (1995–1999) and satellite imagery (1975–2022) using specific standardized indices (NDVI, NDWI, NDMI, Thermal). …”
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IUENNA – openIng the soUthErn jauNtal as a micro-regioN for future Archaeology: A «para-description» by Hagmann, Dominik, Reiner, Franziska

“…The Hemmaberg site is among the most extensively researched Late Antique hilltop settlements—dating from the 4th to the 6th century AD—and serves as a primary research focus. This site moreover functions as a crucial reference point for early Christianity in the Southeast Alpine region and boasts a rich array of features: at least five early Christian churches, burials, auxiliary structures, and notable landmarks like the Gothic pilgrimage church of St. …”
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Determining the Prioritization of Behavior Change Techniques for Long-Term Stroke Rehabilitation: Delphi Survey Study by Agata Ewa Wróbel, Philip Cash, Anja Maier, John Paulin Hansen

“…Thus, a better understanding of long-term behavior change interventions for patients with stroke is needed as well as how such interventions can support not only rehabilitation of motoric functions but also mental well-being. ObjectiveThe aim of this study is to understand both the most important behavior change technique (BCT) clusters for long-term stroke rehabilitation in general as well as which are most relevant for each aspect of stroke rehabilitation: behavioral, cognitive, and emotional. …”
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Representation of a Scientific Supervisor in Internet-Memes by N. V. Stepanova, M. S. Sigaeva

“…The concept of visual metaphor and multimodality is  defined, the role of multimodal metaphor in Internet discourse is described, the features of  the functioning of multimodal metaphor are revealed. The material for the study was  Internet memes representing various aspects of interaction in the academic environment.  …”
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Mobile phone based laser scanning as a low-cost alternative for multidisciplinary data collection by Kian J. Jeftha, Moreblessings Shoko

“…However, commercial or engineering-grade scanning instruments remain expensive and sensitive, requiring costly routine calibrations to ensure their optimum functionality. The recent inclusion of laser scanning sensors by mobile phone corporations such as Apple Computer Inc. is now analogous to the integration of Global Navigation Satellite Systems (GNSS) and cameras into smartphones as seen decades ago. …”
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Prioritising and including children in intersectoral policymaking: uncovering Immunity to Change in Ghana by Sarah L Dalglish, Aku Kwamie, Isabella Sagoe-Moses, Leonie Akofio-Sowah, Maria Lisa Soraghan, Srivatsan Rajagopalan, Kwame S Sakyi, Bethany Jennings, Florence Ayisi Quartey, Prince Owusu

“…Our study adds evidence on how to operationalise intersectoral partnerships, including by mapping mandates, budgets and roles across different functions and levels of government, with the mobilising participation of civil society. …”
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Genome-wide identification and characterization of the Brassinazole-resistant gene family and associated responses to osmotic stress in Avena sativa by Shirui Xu, Shirui Xu, Shirui Xu, Zihao Wei, Zihao Wei, Mingchuan Ma, Mingchuan Ma, Mingchuan Ma, Lijun Zhang, Lijun Zhang, Lijun Zhang, Zhang Liu, Zhang Liu, Zhang Liu, Longlong Liu, Longlong Liu, Longlong Liu, Longlong Liu

“…Moreover, little is known about their functions in osmotic stress, which is a major abiotic stress affecting oat production.MethodsIn this study, we performed a genome-wide analysis of the BZR gene family in oat. …”
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Performance of Ankle Exoskeletons on Irregular Terrains: Key Design Principles and Benchmarking Tests by L. Liguori, G. Mariani, J. Taborri, I. Mileti, D. Torricelli, L. Mattioli, E. Palermo, F. Patane, S. Rossi

“…Specifically, the first prototype (S-RANK) accommodates a single DoF in the sagittal plane, whereas the second prototype (M-RANK) extends the functionality to include ankle inversion/eversion and internal/external rotation. …”
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