MtCro: multi-task deep learning framework improves multi-trait genomic prediction of crops by Dian Chao, Hao Wang, Fengqiang Wan, Shen Yan, Wei Fang, Yang Yang

“…Abstract Genomic Selection (GS) predicts traits using genome-wide markers, speeding up genetic progress and enhancing breeding efficiency. …”
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Identification of phytophthora blight resistance of different pepper inbred lines and correlation analysis of plant functional traits by YANG Kaiwei, ZHOU Yingying, DU Jiao, JIANG Pan, LUO Gongwen, OU Lijun

“…[Objective] The study aims to examine the correlation between phytophthora resistance of pepper and plant agronomic traits and to select and breed phytophthora resistance varieties of pepper. …”
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Modeling of masonry infilled RC frames with different aspect ratios using plastic hinge and equivalent strut by Ahmed M. El-Kholy, Sayed M. Sayed, Mohamed M. El-Assaly, Mohamed K. Ismail

“…The investigation revealed that the panels with larger aspect ratios provided a larger contribution to the ultimate lateral load, despite experiencing lower ultimate axial stresses compared to panels with smaller aspect ratios. …”
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Tailoring management and immunosuppression regimen in kidney transplant recipients with COVID-19 infection: lessons from Singapore by Zi Yun Chang, Paul Anantharajah Tambyah, Lionel Hon Wai Lum, Anantharaman Vathsala, Rachel Zui Chih Teo

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The truth about man and for man. Practical implications of John Paul II’s encyclical “Fides et ratio” by Ryszard Hajduk

“…Twenty-five years ago, John Paul II’s encyclical Fides et ratio was published, where the question of truth occupies a central place. …”
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SPAGRM: effectively controlling for sample relatedness in large-scale genome-wide association studies of longitudinal traits by He Xu, Yuzhuo Ma, Lin-lin Xu, Yin Li, Yufei Liu, Ying Li, Xu-jie Zhou, Wei Zhou, Seunggeun Lee, Peipei Zhang, Weihua Yue, Wenjian Bi

“…Applying SPAGRM to 79 longitudinal traits extracted from UK Biobank primary care data, we identified 7,463 genetic loci, making a pioneering attempt to conduct GWAS for these traits as longitudinal traits.…”
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Relationship between personality traits and spontaneous coronary artery dissection risk: evidence from Mendelian randomization by Kun Zheng, Kun Zheng, Mengdi Wu, Junhua Wang, Junhua Wang, Jinjin Sun, Yuqian Li, Peng Wang, Zhiyue Zhang, Xiuming Pan, Yifeng Yang, Tianqi Li, Yujie Guo

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White blood cell traits and lung cancer risk: a two-sample mendelian randomization analysis by Kaijun Long, Zhengfeng Zhu, Xinzhe Zheng, Gang Xu, Cheng Chen, Xixian Ke

“…We conducted a two-sample MR analysis using genome-wide association study (GWAS) summary statistics for the both exposure traits (eosinophil count, neutrophil count, lymphocyte count, monocyte count, basophil count, and total white blood cell count) and outcome traits (lung cancer and its subtypes). …”
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Impact of incorporating wheat straw together with basal nitrogen ratio on panicle formation and grain yield in rice by Li Qin, Chenyu Wang, Hong Zhao, Shenqi Zhou, Kun Liu, Lijun Liu

“…Straw incorporation and nitrogen (N) application have vital effects on rice yield, but the influence of incorporating wheat straw with N fertilizer ratio on spikelet differentiation, degeneration, and grain yield in rice is not clear. …”
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DEMOCRACY AND THE FIGHT AGAINST LEADERSHIP CORRUPTION IN SUB-SAHARAN AFRICA: IMPLICATION FOR CONTINENTAL DEVELOPMENT by TAIWO FRANCIS AYOMOBA

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Distribution and moment characteristics of a quotient of heavy-tailed random variables by Kęstutis Gadeikis

Subjects: “…tail index…”
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The Effect of Sensorimotor Synchronization on Gait Spatiotemporal Parameters in Women with Multiple Sclerosis by Mozhgan Memarmoghadam, Mansoureh Shahraki, Behzad Mohammadi Orangi, Luca Correale, Leonardo A. Peyré-Tartaruga

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Prawdziwe życia Vladimira Nabokova. Trzy (auto)biografie jednego autora by Andrey Kotin

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RISK MANAGEMENT AND BANK PROFITABILITY: EVIDENCE FROM NIGERIAN DEPOSIT MONEY BANKS by Lukman Adebayo Oke ABDULRAUF

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Taste Dysfunction in COVID-19 Patients; A Cross-Sectional Observational Study by Sreedevi Nunkappa Thippeswamy, Keerthi Kumar Kabbyar Chidananda, Kamalesh Tagadur Nataraju

Subjects: “…Taste disorders…”
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Exploratory analysis of molecular traits of the mitochondrial DNA of leafcutting ants to infer taxonomic characters towards an integrative taxonomy by Perpetua Ndubuisi Onyinyechi, Natália Martins Travenzoli, Maykon Passos Cristiano, Danon Clemes Cardoso

“…In the present study we propose using exploratory analysis of genetic markers to obtain additional information from the comparison of sequences among species as molecular traits (MTs). These molecular traits can in turn provide independent information for integrative taxonomy, aiding genus-level circumscriptions. …”
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Medicamentos intercambiáveis: impacto dos gastos sob a perspectiva de clientes de uma startup mineira by Cícero Quintão Celestino, Samilla Dornellas Faria, Ronaldo Portela, Isabella Piassi Dias Godói, Cristina Mariano Ruas

“…Conclusões: A intercambialidade entre medicamentos pode gerar economia significativa para os pacientes, variando de acordo com os princípios ativos e as marcas. Essa prática pode reduzir os gastos com medicamentos quando há disponibilidade de opções intercambiáveis. …”
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Manganese biofortification in grapevine by foliar spraying improves volatile profiles of Cabernet Sauvignon grapes and wine sensory traits by Ruihua Ren, Miaomiao Wang, Lijian Zhang, Fuxian Ren, Bowei Yang, Huangzhao Chen, Zhenwen Zhang, Qingqing Zeng

“…To address this gap, this study explored the effect of foliar Mn application on the aroma traits of grapes and wine. Mn nutrient solutions at different concentrations (0 (CK), 300, 1200, and 2400 mg/L) were sprayed on grapevines in 2017 and 2018 and the volatile compounds, odor activity, and sensory features of grapes and wine were investigated. …”
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