Identification of the Cold-Related Genes COLD11 and OsCTS11 via BSA-seq and Fine Mapping at the Rice Seedling Stage by Bian Wu, Minghui Fu, Jinghua Du, Mengjing Wang, Siyue Zhang, Sanhe Li, Junxiao Chen, Wenjun Zha, Changyan Li, Kai Liu, Huashan Xu, Huiying Wang, Shaojie Shi, Yan Wu, Peide Li, Aiqing You, Lei Zhou

“…According to the reported functional variation of COLD11, Nipponbare (TCG + 3GCG)×2 presented more GCG repeats in the 1st exon than WD16343 (TCG + 3GCG), partially explaining the difference in cold tolerance between the parents. …”
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Spatial Association Network of Land-Use Carbon Emissions in Hubei Province: Network Characteristics, Carbon Balance Zoning, and Influencing Factors by Yong Huang, Zhong Wang, Heng Zhao, Di You, Wei Wang, Yanran Peng

“…Based on the carbon balance analysis, six functional zones are identified, each aligned with targeted collaborative mitigation strategies. …”
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Class-agnostic annotation of small RNAs balances sensitivity and specificity in diverse organisms by Nathan R. Johnson, Fabian Gonzalez-Toro, Barbara Bernal Gomez

“…Small RNAs (sRNAs) are important regulatory elements in eukaryotic organisms and comprise the functional elements of RNA interference. Numerous classes of sRNAs have been annotated, however they vary greatly in their ease of annotation and compatibility with most annotators. …”
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Light-responsible ECM-mimetic scaffolds for neural differentiation. Intracellular versus extracellular photothermal stimulation by Оlga Y. Аntonova, Olga Y. Kochetkova, Maxim Tailakov, Igor L. Kanev

“…Composite nanomaterials can be used for neuromodulation, managing the functional activity of cells, particularly where directed growth is needed, such as in the regeneration of peripheral nerve tissue. …”
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Phylogenetic Analysis of Polyporous Fungi Collected from Batam Botanical Garden, Riau Province, Indonesia by Anis Sri Lestari, Deni Zulfiana, Apriwi Zulfitri, Ni Putu Ratna Ayu Krishanti, Titik Kartika

“…The knowledge of the importance of the polyporous fungi to describe polyporous fungal species is fundamental for generating data base information of their occurrence and their functions. This research’s goal was to explore and characterize the polyporous fungi collected in Batam Botanical Garden in three sampling areas. …”
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Cycle-Informed Triaxial Sensor for Smart and Sustainable Manufacturing by Parisa Esmaili, Luca Martiri, Parvaneh Esmaili, Loredana Cristaldi

“…The performance is evaluated on a challenging real-world manufacturing benchmark where the extracted intrinsic mode functions (IMFs) are analyzed in the frequency domain, including quantitative evaluation. …”
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Progressive Deformity of the Lower Limbs in a Patient with KID (Keratitis-Ichthyosis-Deafness) Syndrome by Oleg Kozhevnikov, Svetlana Kralina, Yulia Yurasova, Vladimir Kenis, Susanne Gerit Kircher, Ali Al Kaissi

“…The latter deformities were the main reasons behind her severe retardation in acquiring the normal locomotor functions. Results. The analysis revealed mutations in intron 1 of the GJB2 gene of C.32G>A (p.Gly11Glu) and c.35delG in the compound heterozygous state. …”
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Combining Prior Knowledge and Reinforcement Learning for Parallel Telescopic-Legged Bipedal Robot Walking by Jie Xue, Jiaqi Huangfu, Yunfeng Hou, Haiming Mou

“…However, end-to-end methods often overlook the robot’s physical structure, leading to difficulties in maintaining the parallel alignment of the dual sliders, which in turn compromises walking stability. …”
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NOVA: A Retrieval-Augmented Generation Assistant in Spanish for Parallel Computing Education with Large Language Models by Gabriel A. León-Paredes, Luis A. Alba-Narváez, Kelly D. Paltin-Guzmán

“…It integrates vector and relational databases to provide an interactive, personalized learning experience that supports the understanding of complex technical concepts. Its core functionalities include the automatic generation of questions and answers, quizzes, and practical guides, all tailored to promote autonomous learning. …”
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From life cycle assessment to grass‐based agriculture: A review and application by Yutong Li, Shu Jin, Xiaoping Xin, Yi An, Lili Huo, Changliang Shao, Lulu Wang, Xiaoyu Zhu

“…The study emphasizes (1) the selection of LCA methods should align with specific research objectives, focusing not only on environmental impacts but also comprehensively considering social impacts and economic benefits; (2) it provides a comprehensive overview with an expanded scope selection beyond the “from cradle to farm gate” boundary and uses product value as the functional unit to facilitate assessments across various crop types, particularly focusing on inventory analysis and impact assessment; (3) challenges including model integration, impact sensitivity, and data uncertainty persist in the LCA of grass‐based agriculture; and (4) multidimensional frameworks effectively integrate both quantitative and qualitative factors into grass‐based agriculture, further enhancing the understanding of LCA results and supporting decision‐making. …”
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Endurance training and physiological variables: effects on sub-elite volleyball players by Francesca Latino, Rosabel Martinez-Roig, Nugroho Susanto, Hendra Setyawan, Khoiril Anam, Emma Saraiello, Domenico Tafuri, Francesco Tafuri

“…When designing training regimens, it is imperative to consider physiological functional elements aligned with the specific demands of the sport. …”
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Impact of Chlorella vulgaris powder on the nutritional content and preference of Khalas date spread by Rehab F. M. Ali, Ayman M. El-Anany, Mona S. Almujaydil, Raghad M. Alhomaid, Hend F. Alharbi, Reham M. Algheshairy, Nada A. Alzunaidy, Seham S. Alqaraawi

“…A 10% addition of CVP aligns the amino acid profile with FAO/WHO standards, except for lysine, which reaches 65.37% of the recommended levels. …”
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Three-dimensional-printed headcap with embedded microdrive system for customizable multi-region brain recordings with neural probes by Jeremiah P. Hartner, Dongyang Yi, Harrison L. Zhu, Brendon O. Watson, Lei Chen

“…Electrophysiological recordings from single neurons are crucial for understanding the complex functioning of the brain and for developing eventual therapeutic interventions. …”
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Evaluation of the Timed Up and Go Test in Patients with Knee Osteoarthritis Using Inertial Sensors by Elina Gianzina, Christos K. Yiannakopoulos, Georgios Kalinterakis, Spilios Delis, Efstathios Chronopoulos

“…These findings highlight functional deficits in individuals with KOA compared to their non-arthritic counterparts. …”
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Experimental Measurement and Thermodynamic Modeling of CO2 Absorption in a Wide Range of Aqueous MDEA Solutions (10-98 wt%) by Mohammad Saleh Sedighi, Hassan Pahlavanzadeh, Mehdi Arjmand, Mahdi Goharrokhi

“…Using the adjustable parameters from this work, the model successfully approximated CO2 loading under a wide range of functional conditions. The evaluation of model results with experimental data showed the average absolute percent deviation (AAD%) to be 7.05%, indicating a satisfactory alignment between model predictions and Measured results.…”
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Proof-of-Concept of a Monopulse Antenna Architecture Enabling Radar Sensors in Unmanned Aircraft Collision Avoidance Systems for UAS in U-Space Airspaces by Javier Ruiz Alapont, Miguel Ferrando-Bataller, Juan V. Balbastre

“…We present a Detect and Avoid (DAA) concept of operations (ConOps) aligned with the SESAR U-space ConOps, Edition 4. …”
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Biologics and biosimilars in musculoskeletal diseases: addressing regulatory inconsistencies and clinical uncertainty by Lauren N. McGrath, David Moodie, Steven R. Feldman

“…Addressing these regulatory disparities and greater alignment among the FDA, EMA, and WHO may enhance biosimilar adoption. …”
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Machine learning-based meta-analysis reveals gut microbiome alterations associated with Parkinson’s disease by Stefano Romano, Jakob Wirbel, Rebecca Ansorge, Christian Schudoma, Quinten Raymond Ducarmon, Arjan Narbad, Georg Zeller

“…Here, we offer the most comprehensive overview to date about the PD gut microbiome and provide future reference for its diagnostic and functional potential.…”
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Ankyrin-G and Its Binding Partners in Neurons: Orchestrating the Molecular Structure of the Axon Initial Segment by Xiaowei Zhu, Yanyan Yu, Zhuqian Jiang, Yoshinori Otani, Masashi Fujitani

“…Through these dynamic interactions, Ankyrin-G ensures the proper alignment and dense clustering of key channel complexes, thereby maintaining the AIS’s distinctive molecular and functional identity. …”
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Association Between Lumbar Lordosis, Thoracic Kyphosis, and Muscle Activations During Different Lower Back Exercises: An Observational Study by Emre Serdar Atalay, Duygu Türker, Çağlar Soylu, Tezel Yıldırım Şahan, Necmiye Ün Yıldırım

“…These findings highlight the relationship between spinal alignment and muscular responses during functional tasks, which may inform future biomechanical research or rehabilitation strategies.…”
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