Gut Microbiome Diversity and Composition in Captive Siberian Tigers (<i>Panthera tigris altaica</i>): The Influence of Diet, Health Status, and Captivity on Microbial Communities by You-Jeong Lee, Saebom Lee, Beoul Kim, Dongmi Kwak, Taehwan Kim, Min-Goo Seo

“…Beta diversity analysis showed distinct microbial community structures influenced by diet and health. Taxonomic profiling identified <i>Firmicutes</i> and <i>Bacteroidota</i> as the dominant phyla, with <i>Clostridium</i> sensu stricto more prevalent in healthier tigers, while <i>Escherichia</i>-<i>Shigella</i> and <i>Proteobacteria</i> were abundant in tigers with lower diversity, suggesting dysbiosis. …”
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Food grade nanostructures of pumpkin leaves protein/pullulan blend as a potential carrier for cobalamin by Salević-Jelić Ana, Knežević-Jugović Zorica, Bugarski Branko, Marković Smilja, Nedović Viktor, Đorđević Verica, Balanč Bojana

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Role of social capital in kiwifruit farmers’ willingness to adopt and pay for sustainable green food certificates in China by Li Dong, Farhad Zulfiqar, Shah Fahad, Muhammad Yaseen, Syed Shurid Khan, Takuji W. Tsusaka, Avishek Datta

“…This study investigates kiwifruit farmers’ willingness to adopt (WTAd) and willingness to pay (WTP) for GFC, focusing on the role of social capital in shaping their decisions. Data were collected from 404 kiwifruit farmers in major kiwifruit-producing Provinces using a structured household survey. …”
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Identification and Characterization of bZIP Gene Family Combined Transcriptome Analysis Revealed Their Functional Roles on Abiotic Stress and Anthocyanin Biosynthesis in Mulberry (... by Qinghua Liu, Haowen Fang, Hong Zhou, Xiling Wang, Zhiwei Hou

“…As described, we systematically explored the structures and functions of the bZIP gene family in <i>Morus alba</i>. …”
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Synthesis, Characterization, HSA/DNA Binding, and Cytotoxic Activity of [RuCl₂(η⁶-<i>p</i>-cymene)(bph-κ<i>N</i>)] Complex by Stefan Perendija, Dušan Dimić, Thomas Eichhorn, Aleksandra Rakić, Luciano Saso, Đura Nakarada, Dragoslava Đikić, Teodora Dragojević, Jasmina Dimitrić Marković, Goran N. Kaluđerović

“…A novel ruthenium(II) complex, [RuCl₂(η⁶-<i>p</i>-cymene)(bph-κ<i>N</i>)] (<b>1</b>), was synthesized and structurally characterized using FTIR and NMR spectroscopy. …”
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Inclusive digital platforms: Designing for and with users with mild intellectual disabilities or low literacy skills by Julia F.E. van Calis, Jenneken Naaldenberg, Anneke W.C. van der Cruijsen, Monique C.J. Koks-Leensen, Geraline L. Leusink, Kirsten E. Bevelander

“…We applied a user-sensitive inclusive research approach to re-design and implement the digital research platform ‘I co-research’ for individuals with MID or LL. Qualitative data were gathered through semi-structured interviews and usability tests. …”
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Defect Detection in Industrial Soldering Processes Using Machine Learning: A Critical Literature Review by Luca Eisentraut, Johanna Hosch, Maksym Roytenberg, Amelie Benecke, Pascal Penava, Ricardo Buettner

“…The findings contribute to structuring existing research and identifying research needs, particularly in validating these systems and integrating data from various testing methods and intervention points.…”
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Parents’ Experiences of Caring for Children with Congenital Rubella Syndrome (CRS) in Remote and Rural Areas of Indonesia by Petrus Kanisius Siga Tage, Herliana Monika Azi Djogo, Erna Febriyanti, Yulia Martiningsih Karmila Letor, Maria Yoanita Bina, Maria Yasintha Goa Goa, Angela Muryanti Gatum

“…Twenty-five parents participated in an in-depth semi-structured interview. The data were analysed using the Colaizzi method. …”
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Healthy lifestyle in low-socioeconomic groups: expert views by Liza A. Hoveling, Manna A. Alma, Jeanet A. Landsman-Dijkstra, Nynke Smidt, Sijmen A. Reijneveld, Ute Bültmann, Marlou L. A. De Kroon

“…Our aims were to gain insight into the professionals’ perspectives on factors that influence the lifestyle of individuals with low SEP, and to identify promising approaches to reduce health inequalities.MethodsFocus group interviews and semi-structured interviews were conducted with 28 social workers (partially in training), health care and policy professionals. …”
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Incidence of complications during the initial years of formation of a cleft lip and palate service by Jose Mauro de Oliveira Squarisi, Victoria Franco Gonçalves, Filipe Bissoli, Julia Carvalho Kozelinski, Leonardo Assis Silvestrini, Luciana Aguiar Carneiro Araújo, Larissa Gomes Espinosa, Fernanda Coelho Ataydes Seabra

“…Conclusion: The incidence of complications during the initial years of structuring the service was similar to other studies in the literature.…”
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Pre‐Sunrise Equatorial Plasma Bubble Over Indonesia During the 11 May 2024 Super Geomagnetic Storm by Suraina, A. Rakhman, P. Abadi, L. O. M. M. Kilowasid, A. Y. Putra, S. Perwitasari, T. M. Irnaka

“…Instead, EPBs were observed to form pre‐sunrise in the Indonesian region, an event that occurs rarely. These EPB structures developed and strengthened as they evolved and extended poleward. …”
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Assessment of landscape diversity in Inner Mongolia and risk prediction using CNN-LSTM model by Yalei Yang, Hong Wang, Xiaobing Li, Tengfei Qu, Jingru Su, Dingsheng Luo, Yixiao He

“…From 2010 to 2020, the potential risks to landscape diversity escalated, although connectivity risks diminished, fragmentation lessened, and landscape structures became more continuous and concentrated, indicating heightened regional anthropogenic influences. …”
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Evaluation of general characteristics of adolescent girls who had ovarian cystectomy (1-year single center experience) by Fatma Özgüç Çömlek, Ahmet Fatih Yılmaz, Muammer Büyükinan, Fuat Buğrul, Muslu Kazım Körez, Fatma Özcan Sıkı, Mehmet Sarıkaya

“…Most patients presented with abdominal pain, and imaging showed a mix of simple and complex cystic structures. Pathology results revealed a predominance of simple cysts, with a few cases of paratubal serous cysts, endometriomas, serous cyst adenomas, and one juvenile granulosa cell tumor. …”
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Comparisons and Analyses of Thermospheric Mass Densities Derived from Global Navigation Satellite System–Precise Orbit Determination and an Ionization Gauge–Orbital Neutral Atmosph... by Yujiao Jin, Xianguo Zhang, Maosheng He, Yongping Li, Xiangguang Meng, Jiangzhao Ai, Bowen Wang, Xinyue Wang, Yueqiang Sun

“…At high latitudes, density enhancements of observations and simulations are shown, characterized by periodic bulge structures. In contrast, only the OAD-derived densities exhibit wave-like disturbances that propagate from two poles to lower latitudes during geomagnetic storm periods, suggesting a connection to traveling atmospheric disturbances (TADs). …”
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How Do Nursing Students Perceive Care Towards the LGBTIQ+ Community? A Phenomenological Study on Sexual and Gender Diversity by Carlos Daniel Lemus Celin, Candy Laurine Suarez-Albor, Felice Curcio, Dhurata Ivziku, Olga Esther Hernandez Almanza, Mauro Giovanni Carta, Cesar Iván Avilés González

“…<b>Methods</b>: A qualitative phenomenological research-action study was conducted. Data were collected using a semi-structured face-to-face interview consisting of 23 questions. …”
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Mitochondrial Genome and Phylogenetic Analysis of the Narrownose Smooth-Hound Shark <i>Mustelus schmitti</i> Springer, 1939 by Walter Nisa-Castro-Neto, Paulo Guilherme Carniel Wagner, Diéssy Kipper, Vinicius Proença da Silveira, André Salvador Kazantzi Fonseca, Nilo Ikuta, Vagner Ricardo Lunge

“…Studies on these shark species are scarce, with few genetic data and little information on animal population structures. …”
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Bibliometric insights into molecular and bioinformatic research trends on ameloblastoma by Yoithapprabhunath Thuckanaickenpalayam Ragunathan, Ramdas Madhavan Nirmal, Supriya Kheur, Kumar Chandan Srivastava, Swetha Pasupuleti, Srichinthu Kenniyan Kumar, Armen A. Muradyan, Artak Heboyan

“…Novelty of study The novelty of this study lies in its comprehensive bibliometric integration of bioinformatics and molecular perspectives, offering a structured roadmap for future ameloblastoma research. …”
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Experiences and needs of older patients with stroke in China involved in rehabilitation decision-making: a qualitative study by Zining Guo, Sining Zeng, Keyu Ling, Shufan Chen, Ting Yao, Haihan Li, Ling Xu, Xiaoping Zhu

“…The participants participated in face-to-face, semi-structured, and in-depth interviews. Data were analyzed using inductive thematic analysis. …”
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Inter-chromosomal transcription hubs shape the 3D genome architecture of African trypanosomes by Claudia Rabuffo, Markus R. Schmidt, Prateek Yadav, Pin Tong, Roberta Carloni, Anna Barcons-Simon, Raúl O. Cosentino, Stefan Krebs, Keith R. Matthews, Robin C. Allshire, T. Nicolai Siegel

“…Abstract The eukaryotic nucleus exhibits a highly organized 3D genome architecture, with RNA transcription and processing confined to specific nuclear structures. While intra-chromosomal interactions, such as promoter-enhancer dynamics, are well-studied, the role of inter-chromosomal interactions remains poorly understood. …”
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Identification of chalcone isomerase gene family in Astragalus mongholicus revealed genes regulating isoflavone synthesis by Zhen Wang, Zhen Wang, Panpan Wang, Xinxin Wang, Lingyang Kong, Jianhao Wu, Weichao Ren, Xiubo Liu, Wei Ma

“…The evolutionary relationships, conserved motifs, gene structures, and cis-elements of AmCHIs are discussed. …”
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