Influence of scanning plane on Human Spinal Cord functional Magnetic Resonance echo planar imaging. by Marta Moraschi, Silvia Tommasin, Laura Maugeri, Mauro DiNuzzo, Julien Cohen-Adad, Marco Masullo, Fabio Mangini, Lorenzo Giovannelli, Daniele Mascali, Tommaso Gili, Valerio Pisani, Ugo Nocentini, Federico Giove, Michela Fratini

“…<h4>Purpose</h4>This study was aimed at systematically verifying whether sagittal scanning in scfMRI using EPI readout is a viable alternative to the more common axial scanning, and at optimizing a pipeline for EPI-based scfMRI data analysis, based on Spinal Cord Toolbox (SCT).…”
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2H-MoS2 lubrication-enhanced MWCNT nanocomposite for subtle bio-motion piezoresistive detection with deep learning integration by Ke-Yu Yao, Derek Ka-Hei Lai, Hyo-Jung Lim, Bryan Pak-Hei So, Andy Chi-Ho Chan, Patrick Yiu-Man Yip, Duo Wai-Chi Wong, Bingyang Dai, Xin Zhao, Siu Hong Dexter Wong, James Chung-Wai Cheung

“…Herein, we present an environmentally friendly, low-cost, and nonionic fabrication approach for a 2H-phase molybdenum disulfide (2H-MoS2)-enhanced multi-walled carbon nanotube (MWCNT) strain sensor, developed via a systematically optimized vacuum-assisted filtration process. …”
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Investigation into the Static Mechanical Properties of Ultra-High-Performance Geopolymer Concrete Incorporating Steel Slag, Ground Granulated Blast-Furnace Slag, and Fly Ash by Yan-Hua Cai, Tao Huang, Bo-Yuan Huang, Chuan-Bin Hua, Qiang Huang, Jing-Wen Chen, Heng-Liang Liu, Zi-Jie He, Nai-Bi Rouzi, Zhi-Hong Xie, Gai Chen

“…An axial point augmented simplex centroid design method was employed to systematically explore the influence and underlying mechanisms of different binder ratios on the workability, axial compressive strength, and flexural performance of UHPGC, and to determine the optimal compositional range. …”
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Comprehensive study on softness mechanisms and the metabolic pattern of key cell wall components in tobacco leaves during the curing stage by Guanhui Li, Cheng Zhang, Jiati Tang, Yingchao Lin, Shengjiang Wu, Zeyu Zhao, Xuekun Zhang, Benbo Xu, Kesu Wei

“…Abstract Background Curing is an essential process for transforming tobacco leaves into an economic product. Optimizing curing parameters to regulate the orderly senescence and apoptosis of tobacco cells serves as a direct approach to enhancing the softness of leaves and a critical guarantee of quality. …”
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Impacts of fracturing fluid viscosity and injection rate variations on the fracture network propagation in deep coalbed reservoirs by Chang Sun, Yuan Zhang, Lishijia Han, Mengping Liu, Jinghong Hu

“…The suitable fracturing parameters were obtained as well. Finally, a series of simulations were conducted to verify the fracture intersection criterion using the typical parameters in Block M. …”
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Effects of Konjac Glucomannan and Curdlan on the 3D Printability and Physicochemical Properties of Germinated Brown Rice Gel by Chun Bai, Ran Liu, Liuyang Shen, Yu Zhuang, Jiaying Hu

“…Specifically, under the KGM to CD ratio of 3:1 (KC3) formulation obtained by combining 2.25% KGM and 0.75% CD, the printing accuracy was highest with a minimized error of 4.97 ± 0.45%, and optimal structural stability was maintained within 5 h post-printing. …”
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Study on 3D printability of PLA/PBAT/PHBV biodegradable blends for packaging applications by Annalisa Apicella, Paola Scarfato, Loredana Incarnato

“…Among all, the Ecovio/PHBV 70/30 blend printed at 230 °C demonstrated to be best combination of composition and temperature to achieve better compactness, flexural properties and optimized processability, while minimizing warpage, shrinkage and degradation phenomena, making it a promising candidate for the realization of novel, sustainable packaging prototypes. …”
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Correlation and Relative Prognostic Power of Post–Percutaneous Coronary Intervention Fractional Flow Reserve and Quantitative Flow Ratio by Bettina Csanádi, Tamás Ferenci, Róbert Gál, Noémi Bora, Zsolt Piróth

“…QFR calculation was unsuccessful in 15.6% of the vessels; thus, 422 vessels of 365 patients were included in the analysis. Post‐PCI QFR systematically overestimated post‐PCI FFR with a mean bias of +0.052, and their correlation was poor (Pearson's r=0.424). …”
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Machine-learning models for differentiating benign and malignant breast masses: Integrating automated breast volume scanning intra-tumoral, peri-tumoral features, and clinical info... by Meixue Dai, Yueqiong Yan, Zhong Li, Jidong Xiao

“…However, the impact of peritumoral region size on predictive performance has not been systematically studied. This study aims to optimize diagnostic performance by integrating radiomics features and clinical data using multiple machine-learning models. …”
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Thermally activated fluorescence in 9,10-DPA single crystals enabling high-performance fast neutron detection by Yingming Wang, Lingyan Xu, Lu Liang, Zhentao Qin, Zhuochen Cai, Kaifu Zhang, Chongqi Liu, Lixiang Lian, Wei Zheng, Yanyan Lei, Qinzeng Hu, Binbin Zhang, Tao Wang, Wanqi Jie

“…The two-dimensional nucleation growth mechanism of DPA was revealed by detailed analysis of the microstructure of the crystal surface. By systematically optimizing the growth parameters and processes, the nucleation and growth of DPA were effectively controlled, and centimetre-sized single crystal (27 × 20 × 7 mm3) was successfully grown. …”
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Pricing principles in the field of ready–made meal delivery: analysis of influence factors by K. V. Martynov

“…To solve the problem, an analysis of literary sources, a comparison of indicators and a comparative method were used. …”
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The Synthesis of NiY Zeolite via the Acid Hydrolysis of Ethyl Silicate and Its Catalytic Performance in the Degradation of Benzyl Phenyl Ethers by Bosen Zhou, Zhengbo Lai, Yuanyuan Li, Hualan Zhou, Ye Tian, Yibo Zhao, Ming Xia

“…Key synthesis parameters, including reactant molar ratios, crystallization temperature, and time, were systematically varied to optimize the synthesis conditions. …”
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Effect of light attenuation on curing performance of ZrO2 ceramic for stereolithography by Yao Liu, Jinqiang Zhou, Jianwei Zhang, Jianguo Cheng, Lina Zhan

“…The attenuation coefficient of ultraviolet UV light is a critical factor influencing the mechanical properties of photocurable ceramics. …”
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Experimental Study on Glass Deformation Calculation Using the Holographic Interferometry Double-Exposure Method by Yucheng Li, Yang Zhang, Deyu Jia, Song Gao, Muqun Zhang

“…This study systematically compares the metrological characteristics of single- exposure, double-exposure, and continuous-exposure holographic interferometry for micro-deformation detection. …”
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Numerical simulation of the effects of downwash airflow and crosswinds on the spray performance of quad-rotor agricultural UAVs by Qiwei Guo, Yaozong Zhu, Yu Tang, Chaojun Hou, Mingwei Fang, Xiaobing Chen

“…To elucidate the influence of rotor downwash airflow on droplet dynamics during agricultural UAV spraying, this study established a three-dimensional gas-liquid coupling numerical model. …”
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The State‐of‐the‐Art of Cuttings Transport Measurements by Song Xuncheng, Shi Jiaming, Shi Yucai, Wang Wei

“…These insights provide a foundation for optimizing drilling operations and improving wellbore stability in extended‐reach wells.…”
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Osteosarcoma immune microenvironment: cellular struggle and novel therapeutic insights by Yi Zhang, Shasha Jiang, Jing Lv, Wei Feng, Yan Yu, Heping Zhao

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Technology of Post-Institutional Support to Exiters of State-Run Institutions for Orphans in the Process of Obtaining Professional Education and Primary Employment by Oslon V.N., Celenina E.V.

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Thermal and Exergetic Performance Assessment of an ORC Coupled with Thermal Energy Storage Using Thermal Oils for Low-Grade Heat Recovery by Andrés Birriel, Jerson Romero, Nicolás Saavedra, Héctor Quinteros-Lama, Johan González

“…This study systematically evaluates various thermal oils as intermediate heat transfer media, aiming to optimize their selection based on key performance indicators. …”
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Comprehensive DEM Calibration Using Face Central Composite Design and Response Surface Methodology for Rice–PLA Interactions in Enhanced Bucket Elevator Performance by Pirapat Arunyanart, Nithitorn Kongkaew, Supattarachai Sudsawat

“…The calibration process employed a multi-phase experimental design integrating Plackett–Burmann screening, steepest ascent method, and Face Central Composite Design to systematically identify and optimize critical micro-mechanical parameters for agricultural material handling. …”
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