Nanofibre-assisted alignment of carbon nanotubes in macroscopic polymer matrix via a scaffold-based method

“…A facile way for alignment of carbon nanotubes in macroscopic polymer matrix was developed by combining electrospinning and in-situ polymerization. …”
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Whole-genome sequencing identifies novel loci for keratoconus and facilitates risk stratification in a Han Chinese population by Yinghao Yao, Xingyong Li, Lan Wu, Jia Zhang, Yuanyuan Gui, Xiangyi Yu, Yang Zhou, Xuefei Li, Xinyu Liu, Shilai Xing, Gang An, Zhenlin Du, Hui Liu, Shasha Li, Xiaoguang Yu, Myopia Associated Genetics Intervention and Consortiums, Hua Chen, Jianzhong Su, Shihao Chen

“…This study was conducted to identify novel genetic variants linked to KC and to evaluate the potential applicability of a polygenic risk model in the Han Chinese population. …”
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Influence of carrier agents on nutritional, chemical, and antioxidant profiles of fruit juices during drying processes: a comprehensive review by Rahul Pujapanda, Hamid, Omar Bashir, Rafeeya Shams, Kshirod Kumar Dash, Gulden Goksen, Ayaz Mukarram Shaikh, Kovács Béla

“…Their distinct capabilities render them indispensable components in a diverse array of powdered food items, contributing to the overall quality of the finished product. …”
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A novel global MPPT method based on sooty tern optimization for photovoltaic systems under complex partial shading by Mohammed Taha Kaaitan, Rashid Ali Fayadh, Zuhair S. AL-sagar, Salam J. Yaqoob, Mohit Bajaj, Mebratu Sintie Geremew

“…These advantages prove beneficial in nonlinear, PV-shading complicated systems. A comprehensive simulation framework was implemented in MATLAB/Simulink, employing a 3 × 3 PV array (3 kW capacity) and a boost converter to test the proposed method across four shading scenarios, including highly irregular and dynamic patterns. …”
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Design and numerical evaluation of a high sensitivity plasmonic biosensor based on MISM nanoring for versatile virus detection by Ali Khodaie, Yousef Rafighirani, Hamid Heidarzadeh, Javad Javidan

“…In this study, we propose and optimize a plasmonic optical biosensor based on nanohole arrays and metal–insulator–semiconductor–metal (MISM) nanorings for detecting various viruses. …”
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An Efficient Design Approach for a Broadband E-Plane Five-Way Power Divider/Combiner in Rectangular Waveguide by Yuankai Li, Jiaquan Ye, Huan Lin, Fei Liang, Chao Zhang, Rui Shi

“…These attributes position it as a promising candidate for applications in solid-state power amplifiers (SSPAs) and passive antenna arrays.…”
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Brown Algae from San Andres Island, Southwest Caribbean: A Nuclear Magnetic Resonance Spectroscopy–Metabolomic Study by Felipe de la Roche, Sara P. Abril, Lady J. Sepulveda, Anderson Piza, Leonardo Castellanos, Natalia Rincón, Mónica Puyana, Freddy A. Ramos

“…<b>Background:</b> Brown algae from the order Dictyotales are known to produce specialized metabolites with a wide array of biological activities. Studying these compounds is important for understanding their ecological roles, exploring biomedical potential and developing biotechnological applications. …”
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Development of a new N-terminomic method to study the pathodegradome of the Staphylococcus aureus V8 protease in human neutrophils by Emilee M. Mustor, Andrew M. Frey, Mary-Elizabeth Jobson, Dale Chaput, Lindsey Neil Shaw

“…ABSTRACT Staphylococcus aureus is a notorious human pathogen that relies on an array of virulence factors to engender infection and evade the host-immune system. …”
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A single-beam spoof surface plasmon polariton leaky-wave antenna with backfire radiation and wide-angle scanning capability by Jinhong Wang, Xiaoming Qi, Guoteng An, Boyu Liu, Binfeng Yang, Yannan Jiang, Longfang Ye

“…In the antenna structure, a Goubau line (GL) with a periodic open ring array etching is specifically designed to support single-mode SSPP transmission. …”
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Does the seed fall far from the tree? Weak fine-scale genetic structure in a continuous Scots pine population by Niskanen, Alina K., Kujala, Sonja T., Kärkkäinen, Katri, Savolainen, Outi, Pyhäjärvi, Tanja

“…We genotyped almost 500 adult trees for 150k SNPs using a custom made Affymetrix array. We detected some pairwise relatedness at short distances, but the average relatedness was low and decreased with increasing distance, as expected. …”
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High-density, high-frequency and large-scale electrohydrodynamic drop-on-demand jetting via a protruding polymer-based printhead design by Yongqing Duan, Weili Yang, Qiming Wang, Zhaoyang Sun, Haoyu Guo, Zhouping Yin

“…By investigating the influence of the electrical and geometric characteristics of the nozzle arrays on the electrical crosstalk behavior and fabricating the optimized nozzle array via MEMS technology, we achieve an EHD printhead with a large scale (256), high density (127 dpi), and high jetting frequency (23 kHz), and addressable jetting can be realized by adding independently controllable extractors underneath the nozzle array. …”
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Comparative the effect of bisphenol A and bisphenol S on the development and spectral sensitivity of cone photoreceptors in zebrafish larvae (Danio rerio) by Liguo Qiu, Peng Yu, Qiang Li, Cuiping Wen, Haiyang Wang, Dongying Zhao, Tianyu Zhang, Chenghui Wang, Lixia Liu, Dongxue Li, Shiyong Wen, Yinghui Sun

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Free field Active Noise Control system development using a 3D Finite Element based approach by Budnik Maximilian, Mees Valentin

“…It further allows for the optimization of control algorithms, evaluation of the attenuation performance, and methodical iteration of the overall concept design. A mock-up of a mobile ventilation system equipped with an ANC array serves as a demonstrator to present the stages of this methodology and its practicality. …”
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Optimizing solar maximum power point tracking with adaptive PSO: A comparative analysis of inertia weight and acceleration coefficient strategies by Denesh Sooriamoorthy, Aaruththiran Manoharan, Siva Kumar Sivanesan, Soon Kian Lun, Alexander Chee Hon Cheong, Sathish Kumar Selva Perumal

“…Using a 4 × 5 PV array model simulated in MATLAB/Simulink, different adaptive PSO variants i.e. linear, exponential, and performance-based adaptive w along with linear and trigonometric-based adaptive c1 and c2 are evaluated across diverse irradiance scenarios. …”
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Outlier-based identification of copy number variations using targeted resequencing in a small cohort of patients with Tetralogy of Fallot. by Vikas Bansal, Cornelia Dorn, Marcel Grunert, Sabine Klaassen, Roland Hetzer, Felix Berger, Silke R Sperling

“…However, respective computational methods applicable to NGS data are still limited. We developed a novel CNV calling method based on outlier detection applicable to small cohorts, which is of particular interest for the discovery of individual CNVs within families, de novo CNVs in trios and/or small cohorts of specific phenotypes like rare diseases. …”
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Design and Optimization of a Phase-Tunable Mixer Based on Cascaded Dual-Drive Mach–Zehnder Modulator Considering Nonlinear Behavior of Modulator by Ebrahim Darabi, Heidar Keshavarz

“…This paper proposes a novel phase-tunable mixer based on a cascaded dual-drive Mach–Zehnder modulator (DDMZM), designed to address the critical need for simultaneous frequency mixing and precise phase control in phased array antennas. …”
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A novel framework to identify delamination location/size in BFRP pipe based on convolutional neural network (CNN) algorithm hybrid with capacitive sensors by Wael A. Altabey

“…The 3D maps of the capacitance array values and EPC distribution of node potential are tested. …”
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A Novel Method for Extending Dynamic Range in Time-Division-Multiplexing Linear Sagnac Systems Based on Time Slot Insertion by Kun Jia, Yixiao Ma, Lai Zhang, Xin Lai, Qian Xiao, Bo Jia

“…The time-division multiplexed linear Sagnac sensing system significantly reduces the cost of interferometric fiber-optic sensor arrays and holds substantial potential for engineering applications. …”
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High-precision transdermal drug delivery enabled by a dual-pump parallel valveless piezoelectric micropump integrated with hollow microneedles by Lei Zhang, Wei Sha, Yi Li, Xin Chen, Lulu Liu, Hong Hu, Jian Song, Jie Liang, Jianhua Zhang

“…However, the flow pulsation and backflow effect of valveless pump can reduce the controllability and precision of the system. Here, a TDD wearable device integrated with a dual-pump parallel valveless piezoelectric micropump and hollow microneedle array is presented, which is fabricated by means of 3D printing technology. …”
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Computational screening of the human TF-glycome provides a structural definition for the specificity of anti-tumor antibody JAA-F11. by Matthew B Tessier, Oliver C Grant, Jamie Heimburg-Molinaro, David Smith, Snehal Jadey, Andrew M Gulick, John Glushka, Susan L Deutscher, Kate Rittenhouse-Olson, Robert J Woods

“…Additionally, the CCG analysis identified a limited number of related putative binding motifs, and provided a structural basis for interpreting the specificity. …”
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