Purification and Molecular Characterization of a Mammalian Neurotoxin as a Pharmaceutical Tool from the Venom of Iranian Scorpion Androctonus crassicauda by Hadi Rabiei, Abbas Zare Mirakabadi, Bita Mohtat, Behrooz Mirza

“…Phylogenetic analysis displays the toxin has 97% sequence similarity with alpha toxins reported from north African scorpions that affect voltage-gated sodium channels (VGSC), also proposed that differentiation among the scorpions of family Buthidae is affected by the geographical conditions and efficiency in evolutionary varia­tions. AnCra2 exposed binding residues have a high affinity for receptor residues in site-3 (segment-3) of VGSC that are approved by three-dimensional structure and homology modeling. …”
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“It’s messy and it’s massive”: How has the open science debate developed in the post-COVID era? [version 2; peer review: 2 approved, 1 approved with reservations] by Natascha Chtena, Juan Pablo Alperin, Alice Fleerackers, Andrew Cox, Stephen Pinfield, Pamela Abbott, Melanie T Benson Marshall

“…These issues included the scope and definition of OS; regional variations in its implementation; the relationship between OS and fundamental questions of the purpose and practice of science; and the need to reform incentives and reward structures within research systems. …”
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“It’s messy and it’s massive”: How has the open science debate developed in the post-COVID era? [version 1; peer review: 2 approved] by Natascha Chtena, Juan Pablo Alperin, Alice Fleerackers, Andrew Cox, Stephen Pinfield, Pamela Abbott, Melanie T Benson Marshall

“…These issues included the scope and definition of OS; regional variations in its implementation; the relationship between OS and fundamental questions of the purpose and practice of science; and the need to reform incentives and reward structures within the research system. …”
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On the morphology and systematics of Bembecia jakuta (Herz, 1903) (Lepidoptera, Sesiidae) by Oleg G. Gorbunov

“…Furthermore, these two species display minor variations in the structure of the male genitalia. The female, host plants, and biological characteristics of the larvae remain unidentified.…”
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An Enhanced Focal Mechanism Catalog of Induced Earthquakes in Weiyuan, Sichuan, from Dense Array Data and a Multitask Deep Learning Model by Junhao Song, Weiqiang Zhu, Jinping Zi, Hongfeng Yang, Risheng Chu

“…We observe clear spatial perturbations in their P-axis azimuths, mainly associated with variations in fault strikes. Nevertheless, changes in the stress field at short-length scales are also obvious, likely caused by intersected fault structures. …”
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Field-dependent carrier transport in implanted isolation region of GaN lateral power devices by Mansura Sadek, Yixin Xiong, Yuxin Du, Jesse T. Kemmerling, Rian Guan, Jianan Song, Xingyu Liu, Xing Wang, Andy Xie, Rongming Chu

“…In this paper, we investigate field-dependent carrier transport in the isolation structures. Isolation test structures with variations in buffer doping, un-intentionally doped (UID) GaN thickness, and implantation conditions were fabricated. …”
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Influence of temperature on the static interface interaction of marine silica sand and geogrid by Xianhui Feng, Jiren Zhang, Xu Yao, Haiyang Zhao, Dunduo Jiang, Wenshuo Duan, Meifeng Cai

“…Temperature is a key factor influencing the mechanical behavior of the static interface between marine silica sand (SS) and geogrid, which directly impacts the stability and bearing capacity of reinforced soil structures. Despite its importance, there is limited research on the temperature-dependent mechanical properties of the silica sand-geogrid (SG) interface. …”
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Integrated CFD and Experimental Analysis on Slinger Ring Condensate Discharge Mechanism for Energy-Efficient Window Air Conditioners by Chin Hyuk Chang, Adarsh Rajasekharan Nair, Man Yeong Ha, Hyun Sik Yoon, Seok Beom Hong

“…In the initial impact zone, large liquid structures adhere to the slinger ring before breaking into ligaments. …”
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Glaucoma-related Changes in the Mechanical Properties and Collagen Micro-architecture of the Human Sclera. by Baptiste Coudrillier, Jacek K Pijanka, Joan L Jefferys, Adhiraj Goel, Harry A Quigley, Craig Boote, Thao D Nguyen

“…In this study, we measure the collagen fiber structure and the strain response, and estimate the material properties of glaucomatous and normal human donor scleras.…”
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Decoupling effect and driving factors of transport CO2 emissions: Modeling and prediction of energy and environmental factors towards Vision-2035 in a developing economy by Muhammad Yousaf Raza, Wenxue Wang, Qasim Javed

“…The presence of these decoupling trends during the analyzed period has increased due to energy substitution and the growing trend of the turnover economy, presenting variations in technology and efficiency-related effects. (3) The economic structure share, income, energy intensity, and population factors were predominately observed during the estimated period; however, the economic structure encouraged decoupling. (4) Scenario analysis suggests that the efficiency of the transport sector can achieve its intended income objectives through energy consumption substitution and improvements in the economic structure; thereby enabling CO2 emissions mitigation. …”
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Enrichment of Z-DNA-Forming Sequences Within Super-Enhancers: A Computational and Population-Based Study by Yulia V. Makus, German A. Ashniev, Alexey V. Orlov, Petr I. Nikitin, Zoia G. Zaitseva, Natalia N. Orlova

“…Overall, the computational findings indicate that Z-DNA structures within super-enhancers might play regulatory roles and potentially influence population-specific genetic variation, highlighting specific genomic targets and providing new avenues for future experimental research.…”
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The 3D Multifractal Characteristics of Urban Morphology in Chinese Old Districts by Chenyang Zhang, Junyan Yang, Xinzhe Liu, Dian Shao, Zhonghu Zhang, Zhihan Zhang, Haocheng Sun, Yuyue Huang, Daijun Chen, Xun Zhang

“…The compactness, diversity, and nested structures of the old districts in Chinese cities, in terms of their three-dimensional (3D) morphology, are particularly distinctive. …”
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Enhanced automatic voltage regulation using an extended PIDA controller optimised by the snake algorithm by Nelson Dhanpal Chetty, Ravi Gandhi, Gulshan Sharma, Emre Çelik, Rajesh Kumar

“…The SO-ePIDA framework extends the traditional PIDA structure with a three-degree-of-freedom (3DOF) approach, enhancing setpoint tracking and disturbance rejection. …”
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Numerical Study on the Hydrodynamics of Fish Swimming with Different Morphologies in Oblique Flow by Fulong Shi, Yu Tian, Jianjian Xin, Chuanzhong Ou, Zhiwei Li, Minjia Rao

“…Conversely, within the range of <i>St</i> = 0.6 to 1.0, the efficiency variations stabilize. For all three fin morphologies, an increase in the Strouhal number significantly augmented both the lift-to-drag ratio and thrust, concomitant with a transition in the wake structure from smaller vortices to a larger alternating vortex shedding pattern. …”
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Simulation of Tandem Thin-Film Solar Cell on the Basis of CuInSe2 by A. K. Esman, V. K. Kuleshov, V. A. Potachits, G. L. Zykov

“…In this paper we propose an original structure of a thin-film solar cell based on a tandem connection of a photoelectric converter and a thermoelectric layer based on CuInSe2. …”
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MODAL ANALYSIS OF CARRIER SYSTEM FOR HEAVY HORIZONTAL MULTIFUNCTION MACHINING CENTER BY FINITE ELEMENT METHOD by Yu. V. Vasilevich, S. S. Dovnar, I. I. Shumsky

“…The FEM-model takes into account not only rigidity of machine structures but also flexibility of bearings, feed drive systems and guides. …”
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Review of Magnetoelectric Effects on Coaxial Fibers of Ferrites and Ferroelectrics by Sujoy Saha, Sabita Acharya, Ying Liu, Peng Zhou, Michael R. Page, Gopalan Srinivasan

“…Core–shell nano- and microcomposites of the ferroic phases are the preferred structures, since they are free of any clamping due to substrates that are present in nanobilayers or nanopillars on a substrate. …”
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Groundwater Level Forecasting Using Machine Learning: A Case Study of the Baekje Weir in Four Major Rivers Project, South Korea by Sooyeon Yi, G. Mathias Kondolf, Samuel Sandoval Solis, Larry Dale

“…Abstract Understanding the impact of human‐made structures on groundwater levels is essential, with structures like dams or weirs presenting unique challenges and opportunities for study. …”
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An Optimal Nonlinear Type-2 Fuzzy FOPID Control Design Based on Integral Performance Criteria Using FSM by M. Al-Momani Mohammad, Amneh Al-Mbaideen, Abdullah I. Al-Odienat, Khaled Mohammad Alawasa, Saba F. Al-Gharaibeh

“…Three distinct control structures are introduced: Type-2 fuzzy fractional PD &#x002B; fractional PI controller, Type-2 fuzzy fractional PID, and Type-2 fuzzy fractional PD &#x002B; Type-2 fuzzy fractional PI controller. …”
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Evaluation of submandibular fossa depth and mandibular canal relationship with cone-beam computed tomography by Elif Sadik, Zerrin Unal Erzurumlu, Yasin Yasa, Büsra Nur Gokkurt Yilmaz

“…Abstract Background Before performing surgical procedures in the posterior mandible, which contains vital structures, it is essential to have detailed knowledge of the morphology, depth, types, and variations of the submandibular fossa (SMF), as well as the precise course of the mandibular canal (MC) to avoid a possible perforation. …”
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