Somatic Embryogenesis and Genetic Transformation of <i>Caragana intermedia</i> by Ju Tian, Jialei Zhu, Xiaohan Deng, Xu Zhu, Ruigang Wang, Guojing Li

“…In this study, we established an SE system by utilizing immature cotyledons isolated from young <i>C. intermedia</i> seeds. …”
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Improving Circulating Tumor Cell Detection Using Image Synthesis and Transformer Models in Cancer Diagnostics by Shuang Liang, Xue Bai, Yu Gu

“…To effectively utilize both generated and real data, we introduce an improved loss function that includes a regularization term to ensure consistency across different data distributions. …”
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Two receptor-targeting mechanisms of lambda-like siphophage Gifsy-1 of Salmonella Typhimurium. by Xiaoli Zeng, Wenyu Wang, Dekang Zhu, Mafeng Liu, Mingshu Wang, Renyong Jia, Shun Chen, Qiao Yang, Ying Wu, Shaqiu Zhang, Juan Huang, Bin Tian, Xumin Ou, Di Sun, Yu He, Zhen Wu, Anchun Cheng, Xinxin Zhao

“…This study intriguingly identified a shift in the receptor role of the core oligosaccharide in Gifsy-1 infection, which confers Gifsy-1 adaptation to OPS switching. The adaptability of the two targeting-mechanisms contributes to the understanding of the biological functions of Gifsy-1 and provides a blueprint for engineering phage therapy against multidrug-resistant Salmonella enterica.…”
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Non-line-of-sight Visible Light Positioning System based on Deep Learning by HUANG Weijie, LIN Bangjiang, DING Yongqi, LUO Jiabin, HUANG Tianming

“…This system utilizes reflected light for VLP, overcoming the challenge of LOS obstruction and enhancing the robustness of the VLP system. …”
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An Innovative Priority Queueing Strategy for Mitigating Traffic Congestion in Complex Networks by Ganhua Wu

“…Instead, GPQ integrates a dynamic priority-based mechanism into the routing layer, allowing the routing function to adaptively prioritize packets within a single buffer queue based on network conditions and packet attributes. …”
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Analysis of heterogeneous two server queueing system with multiple working vacations and server breakdowns by Karthick V., Suvitha V.

“…One of the main advantages of this approach is that the computations are straightforward due to the presence of piecewise linearity, enabling us to employ numerical integration. Furthermore, we adapt operations for generalized trapezoidal PFNs (GTPFNs) to mitigate the counter-intuitive consequences resulting from utilizing the minimum operator. …”
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Whole genome analysis of 26 bacterial strains reveals aromatic and hydrocarbon degrading enzymes from diverse environmental soil samples by Md Shakhawat Hossain, Brian Iken, Rupa Iyer

“…However, native microbial communities can adapt to these toxic pollutants, utilize these compounds as a carbon source, and eventually evolve to degrade these toxic contaminants. …”
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Robust Expansion Planning of Distribution Network in Presence of Electric Vehicles to Improve Economic Parameters and Reduce Energy Consumption by Mahyar Abasi, Javad Ebrahimi, Shirin Besati

“…The YALMIP toolbox in MATLAB software was utilized to model and solve the objective function of this problem, which is expressed in both deterministic and nondeterministic versions. …”
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Characteristics and significance of γδ T cells in colorectal cancer by Henna Karjalainen, Jouni Härkönen, Päivi Sirniö, Hanna Elomaa, Ville K. Äijälä, Meeri Kastinen, Vilja V. Tapiainen, Sara A. Väyrynen, Maarit Ahtiainen, Olli Helminen, Erkki-Ville Wirta, Jukka Rintala, Sanna Meriläinen, Juha Saarnio, Tero Rautio, Toni T. Seppälä, Jan Böhm, Jukka-Pekka Mecklin, Anne Tuomisto, Markus J. Mäkinen, Juha P. Väyrynen

“…Gamma-delta T cells are a subset of T cells that have features of both innate and adaptive immunity. Their role in cancer remains controversial, since both anti- and protumor functions have been reported. …”
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Evaluation of the Monetary Value of Air Pollutants’ Reduction by Forests in South Korea by Sumin Choi, Jinsuk Jeong, Chan-Ryul Park

“…Furthermore, key assessment items such as the percentage of vegetation cover, deposition rate, and pollutant removal costs should be modified and adapted to domestic conditions. To this end, monitoring data on the air quality impacts of forests should be utilized in order to facilitate the study of the air quality improvement function of forests at different temporal and spatial scales.…”
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Autophagy: The convergence point of aging and cancer by Anchala Pandey, Ankit Goswami, B. Jithin, Sanjeev Shukla

“…By eliminating damaged components and recycling essential molecules, autophagy safeguards cellular integrity and function. The versatility of the autophagy process across various biological functions enable cells to adapt and maintain homeostasis under unfavourable conditions. …”
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PDGrad: Guiding Diffusion Model for Reference-Based Blind Face Restoration with Pivot Direction Gradient Guidance by Geon Min, Tae Bok Lee, Yong Seok Heo

“…To this end, we first define the loss function based on both low-level and high-level features. …”
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Inventory woes and logistic bottlenecks: operational challenges in the SCM of the Indian defense sector by Sandeep Sharma, Ravi Chaurasiya, Rohit Mohite, Sandesh Akre

“… Supply Chain Management (SCM) in the Indian defense sector represents a strategic function that supports operational readiness and national preparedness. …”
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Development of Advanced Machine Learning Models for Predicting CO₂ Solubility in Brine by Xuejia Du, Ganesh C. Thakur

“…This study explores the application of advanced machine learning (ML) models to predict CO₂ solubility in NaCl brine, a critical parameter for effective carbon capture, utilization, and storage (CCUS). Using a comprehensive database of 1404 experimental data points spanning temperature (−10 to 450 °C), pressure (0.098 to 140 MPa), and salinity (0.017 to 6.5 mol/kg), the research evaluates the predictive capabilities of five ML algorithms: Decision Tree, Random Forest, XGBoost, Multilayer Perceptron, and Support Vector Regression with a radial basis function kernel. …”
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Enhancing wireless applications through reconfigurable electro-mechanical reflectarray antenna design for beam steering by Behrokh Beiranvand, Rashid Mirzavand

“…Additionally, the REMR structure maintains stability even when powered off in the “defined gradient mode” due to a memory function preserving gradient states. The fabrication process utilizes 3D printers, offering flexibility and ease of customization. …”
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The Power of Transnational Subaltern Identities: A Deconstruction of Hegemonic Global Narratives in the Era of Globalization and Diaspora by Alessandra Iovine

“…This study discerns several pivotal insights: first, the pivotal function of digital media in endowing marginalized collectives with the agency to counteract predominant forces and assert their identities; second, the profound impact of local, national, and transnational historical, political, and cultural contexts on subaltern resistance and portrayal; third, the adroit utilization of global cultural and economic currents by subaltern groups to confront local power dynamics and injustices, thereby illuminating the intricate interplay between global and local determinants. …”
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Quantitative Analysis of Fish Morphology Through Landmark and Outline-based Geometric Morphometrics with Free Software by Du Luo

“…The Momocs package in R is specifically utilized for in-depth analysis of fish outlines. In addition, selected functions from the dplyr package are used to assist in the analysis. …”
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Translating weighted probabilistic bits to synthetic genetic circuits by Matthew D. Ciccone, Carlos D. Messina

“…We analyze the necessary requirements for assuring Boolean logic gate sequences can function in unpredictable intracellular conditions, followed by interpreted pathways by which a mathematical representation of probabilistic circuits can be translated to biological implementation. …”
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Forethoughtful coral nurseries: alleviating climate change impediments on the reefs of tomorrow by Baruch Rinkevich

“…Five distinct FCN types have been identified: (1) Assisted Genetics – transforming traditional mid-water coral nurseries into larval dispersion hubs to seed degraded reefs with propagules; (2) Assisted Connectivity – applying the stepping-stone concept in reef restoration by establishing chain of mid-water nurseries between disconnected reefs; (3) Assisted Biodiversity – using coral nurseries as genetic repositories, preserving coral species and associated biota; (4) Carbon Sequestration Facilitation – adapting mid-water nurseries to function as CO₂ sinks, with the potential for conversion into carbon credits; and (5) Assisted Economy – utilizing nurseries for commercial purposes (e.g., the aquarium trade, bioactive compound extraction, tourism), education, and research. …”
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Unveiling the tissue-specific landscape of nuclear-encoded mitochondrial genes involved in amino acid  metabolism in buffalo by E. M. Sadeesh, Madhuri S. Lahamge

“…Abstract Mitochondria play a pivotal role in energy production, metabolism, and cellular signaling, serving as key regulators of cellular functions, including differentiation and tissue-specific adaptation. …”
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