Generation of shark single-domain antibodies as an aid for Cryo-EM structure determination of membrane proteins: Use hyaluronan synthase as an example by Penghui Deng, Xiaoyue Zhang, Jianqing Wen, Mingce Xu, Pengwei Li, Hao Wang, Yunchen Bi

“…It shows that S2F6 binds to the cytoplasmic domain of CvHAS, with a different epitope than the reported CvHAS-specific VHHs. …”
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Perceptions of stakeholders on the use of a simplified, combined protocol for treatment of acute malnutrition in Central African Republic by Francis M. Ngure, Zachary Tausanovitch, Grace A. Heymsfield, Siolo Mada Bebelou, Parfait Seboulo, Benedict Tabiojongmbeng, Anne Marie Dembele, Issa Niamanto Coulibaly, Victor Nikièma, Jeanette Bailey, Suvi T. Kangas

“…Abstract Treatment of acute malnutrition requires novel approaches to improve coverage, reduce costs and improve the efficiency of standard protocols that separate the management of moderate acute malnutrition (MAM) and severe acute malnutrition (SAM). …”
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Camera systems and their user recognition reliability when entering an agri-food complex by Jaroslav Mrázek, Jakub Vošáhlík, Eva Olmrová, Martin Pexa, Zdeněk Aleš, Jakub Čedík

“…This study evaluates the efficiency of various facial recognition camera systems used to control access in agri-food production environments, focusing on their ability to identify individuals based on biometric facial traits. …”
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Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances on the surface of children's feeding smocks: High-throughput characterization and implications for exposure assessment by Yatai Li, Yingxiu Zhao, Xinming Shen, Yuan Xue, Longkun He, Shoucong Xu, Lizhong Yang, Jun Yi, Jia Zhang, Guangtao Fan, Qihong Deng

“…Notably, considerable differences in the concentration of 10:2 FTAC were observed between the outer and inner surfaces of these smocks, likely due to variations in garment manufacturing processes. …”
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Flexible loop-closing scheme for distribution network based on cascaded power electronic transformer with multiple-AC-ports by LI Qian, ZHAO Junyu, WANG Shengnan, XIE Sizhe, XU Yonghai, WEN Xian

“…For this application scenario and the demand for uninterrupted loop-closing load transfer, flexible loop-closing can be achieved based on the control of different ports of power electronic transformers to expand its application functions. …”
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Experimental investigation and techno-economic assessment of oilfield brine-derived carbonates for calcium looping CO2 capture by Rufan Zhou, Chunqing Jiang, Rafal Gieleciak, Lava Kumar Pillari, Lukas Bichler

“…Moreover, a series of detailed process simulations and economic analysis were performed to further evaluate the potential of using solid precipitates from FPW in the calcium looping process. Two different operating modes and multiple cases of calcium looping using solid sorbents from FPW, integrated with renewable energy, were thoroughly studied. …”
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Response of photosynthesis to light and CO2 concentration in spring wheat under progressive drought stress by Fei Chen, Kai Zhang, Shuang Yan, Runyuan Wang, Heling Wang, Hong Zhao, Funian Zhao, Yue Qi, Yang Yang, Xingxing Wei, Yurui Tang

“…Conclusions Our results showed that progressive drought stress, combined with different environmental factors, had distinct impacts on the photosynthetic efficiency and carbon assimilation capacity of spring wheat, providing a basis for rational carbon and water resource utilization in spring wheat under climate change.…”
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Optimization of order allocation problem in a multiple buyer-supplier network: a multi-objective and multi-criteria approach by Thalles Vitelli Garcez, Marcella Maia Urtiga, Helder Tenório Cavalcanti, José Marcelo Severino da Silva Filho, Thárcylla Rebecca Negreiros Clemente, Renata Maciel de Melo, Cristina Pereira Medeiros

“…Furthermore, the introduction of a constraint limiting performance equity differences to 10 % resulted in a more balanced distribution of benefits, with only minimal reduction in overall network efficiency. …”
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The Effects of Foaming Agent and Surfactant on Alkali Activated Materials as an Adsorbent for Lead Ions Adsorption by W.M. Wan Ibrahim, M.M. Al B. Abdullah, R. Ahmad, M. Ibrahim

“…The ion removal performance of metakaolin based alkali activated materials was evaluated based on different amounts of foaming agent and surfactant. …”
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A strategy to prepare robust enzyme@covalent organic framework microcapsules: a new platform for biosensing by Ying Ding, Jianming Liu, Longsheng Pei, Yuan Li, Yaqin Duan, Yonghai Song, Longfei Miao, Limin Liu, Li Wang

“…The success of strategy was verified by the construction of enzyme@MCCOFs based on various hydrophobic COFs spheres (water contact angle>90°) with different pore sizes and degrees of functionalization, and they can be pre-modified to meet specific application requirements. …”
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Deep learning-based multi-brain capsule network for Next-Gen Clinical Emotion recognition using EEG signals by Ritu Dahiya, Mamatha G, Shila Sumol Jawale, Santanu Das, Sagar Choudhary, Vinod Motiram Rathod, Bhawna Janghel Rajput

“…A multi-brain region attention mechanism was applied to integrate EEG and tNIRS features, assigning different weights to features from distinct brain regions to obtain high-quality primary capsules. …”
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Solar Radio Burst Detection Based on Deformable DETR by Mingming Wang, Guowu Yuan, Hao Zhou, Chengming Tan, Hao Wu

“…Additionally, the model exhibits excellent noise-robust performance and can efficiently detect and locate Type II, III, IV, and V SRBs. …”
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A prospective histopathological analysis of the inferior turbinate: which functional parts should be preserved during turbinate surgery? by Salma Saud AlSharhan, Norah Mohammad AlNafea, Mona Mohammad Ashoor, Wasan Fahad AlMarzouq, Salwa ALRashed AlHumaid, Nada Abdallah ALBahrani, Areej Manssour Al Nemer, Reem S. AlOmar, Hussain Jawad Aljubran

“…In addition, they advocate the importance of preserving the functional part of the IT during surgical intervention to achieve an efficiently working IT and avoid undesirable complications while improving the nasal airway passage. …”
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Comparative In-Depth Investigation of Benchmark Graphene Oxides in the Perspective of Their Integration into Industrial Production Processes by Georgios N. Mathioudakis, Glykeria A. Visvini, Labrini Sygellou, Amaia Soto Beobide, George A. Voyiatzis

“…This research attempts to fill to some extent the gap in understanding how the unique properties of different commercial GOs can be strategically applied to meet specific industrial performance requirements, such as barrier properties, transport efficiency, or mechanical strength, among others.…”
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Integrating Indoor Hibernation into the Italian Outdoor Snail Farming System: A Potential Solution for Colder Climates by Ramona Ștef, Dan Manea, Anișoara Aurelia Ienciu, Emilian Onișan, Dragoș Vasile Nica, Alin Cărăbeț

“…This two-year study evaluated the feasibility of adapting indoor hibernation technology to the Italian outdoor snail farming (IOSF) system as a solution for overwintering mature <i>C. aspersum</i> snails. (2) Methods: Body weight, survival rates, and mortality factors during key hibernation phases (purging and overwintering) were monitored in three commercial snail farms using different hibernation scenarios. Labor efficiency was evaluated, comparing the use of micro shelters vs. hand-picking for snail collection. …”
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Wellbore stability research based on transversely isotropic strength criteria in shale formation by Xiangsen Gao, Min Wang, Xian Shi, Peng Dai, Mingming Zhang

“…These findings, which account for shale anisotropy in minimum mud pressure analysis, have the potential to enhance drilling efficiency in practical applications.…”
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Hyperspectral imaging facilitating resect‐and‐discard strategy through artificial intelligence‐assisted diagnosis of colorectal polyps: A pilot study by Cheng Peng, Chong Xuan Tian, Yijun Mu, Mingjun Ma, Zhenlei Zhang, Meng Wan, Jing Liu, Zhen Li, Xiuli Zuo, Wei Li, Yanqing Li

“…The diagnostic performances of the HSI‐AI model and endoscopists were calculated respectively, and the auxiliary efficiency of the model was evaluated after a 2‐week interval. …”
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Isolation, Identification and Screening of Humic Acid Producing Fungi from Soil Environment of Oil palm (Elaeisguineensis) Associated with Empty Fruit Bunches by Hassan Musa Kawata, P F Omojasola, A E Ajiboye, M R Adedayo, Sheriffdeen Issa Bale

“…In Osun state, Nigeria, soil sample was taken from a local palm oil mill. Different colonies of fungi were obtained for further research using the serial dilution plating procedure. …”
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An Explicit Investigation in Demand Side Management Based on Artificial Intelligence Techniques by Md. Abul Kalam, Abhinav Saxena, Md. Zahid Hassnain, Amit Kumar Dash, Jay Singh, Gyanendra Kumar Singh

“…Smart pricing for customers results from increasing the economic efficiency of consumption by promoting energy load demand during off-peak hours and discouraging energy load demand during peak hours. …”
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Nanoengineering of Chitosan Sponges Via Atomic Layer Deposition of ZnO for Water Remediation Technologies by Sara Lotito, Domenico Cignolo, Jennifer Gubitosa, Gianni Barucca, Paolo Mengucci, Marinella Striccoli, Fabio Palumbo, Pinalysa Cosma, Paola Fini, Sapia Murgolo, Vito Rizzi, Francesco Fracassi, Antonella Milella, Alberto Perrotta

“…Adsorption tests using Direct Blue 78 dye demonstrated high removal efficiency, with capacities up to 2000 mg g−1, surpassing pristine chitosan sponges, which degrade in water. …”
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