Integrated Dissemination System of Frequency, Time and Data for Radio Astronomy by Yufeng Chen, Bo Wang, Lijun Wang, Keith Grainge, Richard Oberland, Richard Whitaker, Althea Wilkinson

“…For radio telescope array applications, the precise time and frequency reference predominantly determines the quality of the observation. …”
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Radiation Improvement of Low-Profile Microstrip Antenna by Utilizing AMC Surface for MIMO and Wireless Systems by Hosein Malekpoor, Mehdi Hamidkhani

“…This comprehensive study demonstrates the effectiveness and versatility of the offered model in characterizing the operating band's behavior of the antenna across a wide frequency band to facilitate its design and optimization for various applications.…”
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Magnetic Cell-Mimetic Droplet Microrobots with Division and Exocytosis Capabilities by Shimin Yu, Weiwei Zhang, Yongzhi Feng, Xiang Zhang, Chuanhua Li, Shengjun Shi, Haocheng Wang, Tianlong Li

“…The first challenge in building a living robotic system inspired by life evolution is how to replicate the original form of life—the cell. …”
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Frequency-Domain Characterization of Finite Sample Linear Systems with Uniform Window Inputs by Qihou Zhou

“…In the frequency-domain approach, we zero-pad the output array to a length of <i>N</i>. We present methods to recover <inline-formula><math xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1998/Math/MathML" display="inline"><semantics><mrow><mi>h</mi><mo>[</mo><mi>n</mi><mo>]</mo></mrow></semantics></math></inline-formula> from <inline-formula><math xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1998/Math/MathML" display="inline"><semantics><mrow><msub><mi>H</mi><mn>0</mn></msub><mrow><mo>[</mo><mi>k</mi><mo>]</mo></mrow></mrow></semantics></math></inline-formula> for two scenarios: (1) <inline-formula><math xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1998/Math/MathML" display="inline"><semantics><mrow><mi>N</mi><mo>≥</mo><mspace width="4pt"></mspace><mi>max</mi><mo>(</mo><mi>L</mi><mo>,</mo><mspace width="4pt"></mspace><mi>M</mi><mo>+</mo><mn>1</mn><mo>)</mo></mrow></semantics></math></inline-formula> and <i>N</i> is a coprime of L, and (2) <inline-formula><math xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1998/Math/MathML" display="inline"><semantics><mrow><mi>N</mi><mo>≥</mo><mi>L</mi><mo>+</mo><mi>M</mi><mo>+</mo><mn>1</mn></mrow></semantics></math></inline-formula>. …”
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Neuromorphic Computing Using Synaptic Plasticity of Supercapacitors by Ling Wang, Xing Liu, Guangcai Zhang, Fuxun Qi, Xi Chen

“…Next, the voltage responses are used to recognize Braille numbers represented by 3 × 4 arrays. A charging/discharging current pulse train representing each Braille array is applied to the supercapacitor. …”
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Investigation of microstructure and corrosion behavior of friction stir welded dissimilar joints AA5754-O to AA5052-O by Atef Hassanein, Ibrahim Hassab-Allah, Hamada Hussein Morsy, Mohamed AbuOkail

“…This study investigates the influence of key friction stir welding (FSW) parameters on the microstructure and corrosion behavior of dissimilar aluminum alloys AA5754-O and AA5052-O, which are commonly used in marine applications. A systematic experimental design based on Taguchi’s L16 orthogonal array was employed, incorporating four process variables: rotational speed (710–2000 rpm), traverse speed (20–80 mm/min), tool tilt angle (1°–4°), and pin profile (triangular, taper threaded, cylindrical threaded). …”
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An X-Band 6-Bit Hybrid True Time Delay With Linearly-Controlled G&#x2098;-C All-Pass Filter in 28nm FDSOI CMOS by Soon-Hyeok Kwon, Jung-Dong Park

“…This paper presents a 6-bit hybrid True Time Delay (TTD) circuit designed for X-band phased array antenna systems. …”
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Exploring the Lesser-Known Bioactive Natural Products of Plant Species of the Genus <i>Cannabis</i> L.: Alkaloids, Phenolic Compounds, and Their Therapeutic Potential by Raphaël Boucher, Hugo Germain, Isabel Desgagné-Penix

“…However, <i>Cannabis</i> also produces a diverse array of bioactive compounds with promising pharmacological potential that remain underexplored. …”
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Tumor suppressive effect of low-frequency repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation on glioblastoma progression by Seongmoon Jo, Sang Hee Im, Sung Hoon Kim, Dawoon Baek, Jin-Kyoung Shim, Seok-Gu Kang, Jong Hee Chang, Geneva Rose Notario, Do-Won Lee, Ahreum Baek, Sung-Rae Cho

“…Repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS) is used as a non-invasive treatment for various diseases, and its potential application in cancer treatment has been proposed by researchers. …”
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Optimization of Citrus Pulp Waste-Based Medium for Improved Bacterial Nanocellulose Production by Carlotta Minardi, Davide Bersanetti, Essi Sarlin, Ville Santala, Rahul Mangayil

“…Bacterial nanocellulose (BC) has attracted significant attention across a wide array of applications due to its distinctive characteristics. …”
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Bactericidal Effects of 405 nm Light Exposure Demonstrated by Inactivation of Escherichia, Salmonella, Shigella, Listeria, and Mycobacterium Species in Liquid Suspensions and on Ex... by Lynne E. Murdoch, Michelle Maclean, Endarko Endarko, Scott J. MacGregor, John G. Anderson

“…The study findings, that 405 nm light inactivates diverse types of bacteria in liquids and on surfaces, in addition to the safety advantages of this visible (non-UV wavelength) light, indicate the potential of this technology for a range of decontamination applications.…”
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Design and Implementation of an Integrated Underwater Wireless Optical Communication and Ranging System by WANG Jiale, ZHENG Kaiwen, LIAN Jie

“…Furthermore, the paper constructs a real-time hardware implementation system using Light Emitting Diode (LED) arrays and a Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) processing system, providing a hardware verification platform for the development of the underwater OICAR system.…”
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Room-temperature unidirectional routing of valley excitons of monolayer WSe2 via plasmonic near-field interference in symmetric nano-slits by Wen Xinglin, Zhou Yunxi, Chen Sijie, Yao Wendian, Li Dehui

“…However, it is required to break the symmetry to induce the asymmetric coupling between valley exciton dipole and SPP to route valley exciton in previously proposed strategies. Herein, by utilizing a new mechanism that near-field interference can create directional SPP in symmetric nanostructures, we realize directional routing of valley exciton emission of monolayer WSe2 at room temperature with a symmetric nano-slits array. …”
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Synergistic effects of Rhynchosia nulubilis and Polygonum multiflorum extract combination on cell proliferation via targeting IGFBP-1 &amp; NT-3 and cytotoxicity suppression in tes... by Jiwon Seo, Chanhyeok Jeong, Jung Han Yoon Park, Chang Hyung Lee, Ki Won Lee

“…A significant synergistic effect was observed at a 4:1 ratio, resulting in the creation of a human growth factor array to identify targets associated with this synergy. …”
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R-Spondin 1 Suppresses Inflammatory Cytokine Production in Human Cortical Astrocytes by Robert Logan, Sagar Bhatta, Hande Eda Sutova, Brian P. Hafler, Sean J. Miller

“…Methods: Human-induced pluripotent stem cell-derived astrocytes were treated with RSpo1 to assess its impact on inflammatory cytokine release. A proteomic analysis was conducted using a Human Cytokine Array Kit to measure differential protein expression. …”
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Enhanced RF Power Conversion for Sensor Networks and Embedded Sensors by Willy Jordan, Adel Barakat, Babita Gyawali, Ramesh K. Pokharel

“…Addressing this gap, we propose a high-efficiency pMOS-based rectifier employing a body-biasing technique—a proven method for enhancing device performance—specifically designed for wideband and mid-range RF power RF applications. …”
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Strictosamide and mitraphylline inhibit cancer cell motility by suppressing epithelial-mesenchymal transition via integrin α4-mediated signaling by Mücahit Varlı, Kyungha Lee, Tran The Bach, Tran Duc Binh, Hangun Kim, Kyo Bin Kang

“…The alteration of the mRNA expression of the EMT effectors and transcription factors suggested that the EMT signaling pathway is related to the suppression of cancer cell motility by both compounds. RT-PCR gene array suggested inhibition of integrin α4 signaling as a potential mechanism of the EMT inhibition, which was supported by the quantitative analysis of the mRNA expressions of the related genes. …”
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Biofunctional Excipients: Their Emerging Role in Overcoming the Inherent Poor Biopharmaceutical Characteristics of Drugs by Milad Reda Qelliny, Wesam W. Mustafa, Adel Al Fatease, Ali H. Alamri, Raid Alany, Hamdy Abdelkader

“…<b>Results:</b> The data obtained indicated that the rapid advances in the manufacturing of pharmaceutical excipients have resulted in the development of a diverse array of smart or intelligent excipients that play a crucial role in enhancing inherent poor biopharmaceutical characteristics. …”
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Stroke Survivors Scoring Zero on the NIH Stroke Scale Score Still Exhibit Significant Motor Impairment and Functional Limitation by Brittany Hand, Stephen J. Page, Susan White

“…While being used in stroke trials, the NIHSS may have limited ability to discriminate between treatment responses, even when only a relatively narrow array of impairment levels exists among patients. …”
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Four novel endolichenic fungi from Usnea spp. (Lecanorales, Parmeliaceae) in Yunnan and Guizhou, China: Taxonomic description and preliminary assessment of bioactive potentials by Runlei Chang, Zhaoqi Yan, Jibo Jiang, Yichen Wang, Hongli Si, Tanay Bose, Congcong Miao

“…No antibacterial effects were detected in any isolates. These fungi exhibited a diverse array of extracellular enzyme activities, including amylase, protease, gelatinase, glucose oxidase, and cellulase. …”
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