Hepatitis B virus genotypes A1 and A2 have distinct replication phenotypes due to polymorphisms in the HBx gene. by Min Zhang, Karim Mouzannar, Zhensheng Zhang, Yuji Teraoka, Jason Piotrowski, Yuji Ishida, Chise Tateno-Mukaidani, Takeshi Saito, Hiromi Abe-Chayama, Kazuaki Chayama, T Jake Liang

“…Superposition of the two models reveal that the overall structural motifs are similarly aligned, except for the C-terminal peptides diverging between the A1 and A2 models, possibly explaining their functional difference. …”
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Assessing Lightweight Folding UAV Reliability Through a Photogrammetric Case Study: Extracting Urban Village’s Buildings Using Object-Based Image Analysis (OBIA) Method by Junyu Kuang, Yingbiao Chen, Zhenxiang Ling, Xianxin Meng, Wentao Chen, Zihao Zheng

“…With the rapid advancement of drone technology, modern drones have achieved high levels of functional integration, alongside structural improvements that include lightweight, compact designs with foldable features, greatly enhancing their flexibility and applicability in photogrammetric applications. …”
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Introducing a new model of evolutionary rural housing design based on the principles of indigenous architecture in the Oramanat region by Sajad Mozafariyan, Ghazaleh Mohammadpour, Raha Hoseinpour, Saeed Shahriyan Varnousfaderani

“…The indigenous architecture of Iranian villages is a symbol of human evolution in interaction with nature, aiming to meet its needs and has always been manifested in its most beautiful form, created by anonymous people and architects. All this beauty, functionality, is now being destroyed with industrialization and the spread of urban life. …”
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Minimally Invasive Three-Column Fixation for Displaced Intra-Articular Calcaneal Fractures by Alan Y. Yan MD, Anthony Drazick BS, Baofu Wei MD, Shulei Lou MD, Zhenyu Li MD

“…Böhler’s angle, Gissane angle and calcaneal varus angle (CVA) were measured preoperatively and postoperatively. Functional outcomes were assessed based on American Orthopedic Foot and Ankle Society (AOFAS) ankle/hindfoot score. …”
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Frugal Innovation for Inclusive and Sustainable Development in Africa by Pitshou Moleka

“…Drawing on extensive research and illustrative examples, the article examines the defining characteristics of frugal innovation, such as affordability, functionality, sustainability, and adaptability, which distinguish it from traditional innovation models. …”
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Utilizing nature-based adsorbents for removal of microplastics and nanoplastics in controlled polluted aqueous systems: A systematic review of sources, properties, adsorption chara... by Aniekan E. Essien, Sarah E. Dickson-Anderson, Yiping Guo

“…Additionally, these adsorbents offer long-term carbon sequestration and align with several Sustainable Development Goals. …”
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Analysis of the current state and modern trends in the development of the rocket and space complex of the Russian Federation by  E. V. Chernyaev

“…The research employs methods such as a systematic approach, which allowed for the consideration of the rocket and space complex as a complex multi-level structure, encompassing a wide range of functions, products, and services provided by major enterprises, corporations, and other participants; a comparative analysis of the activities of leading global space powers; statistical analysis of reporting data, expert opinions, and more. …”
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A multi-tissue atlas of allelic-specific expression reveals the characteristics, mechanisms, and relationship with dominant effects in cattle by Jiaqi Li, Lei Xu, Xiaoyun Liang, Letian Li, Frederic Farnir, Xixia Huang, Qiuming Chen

“…Interestingly, variants with opposite directional effects demonstrated greater resilience across diverse environments. Functional annotation revealed that ASE variants were enriched in both enhancer and promoter regions during transcription and implicated in post-transcriptional and translational processes, including mutations that affect mRNA splicing and trigger nonsense-mediated decay. …”
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Mathematical model for predicting the performance of photovoltaic system with delayed solar irradiance by Siti Nurashiken Md Sabudin, Norazaliza Mohd Jamil

“…The output current and power for the solar photovoltaic panel were treated as time-dependent functions. As the solar irradiance increases, the output current and power of the solar panel will increase. …”
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Optimization of extrusion parameters for low-cost alumina–kaolin ceramic membranes via CCD by Mahmoud Moharrami, Mohammadreza Omidkhah, Mohammad Salehi Maleh

“…The characterization results of the fabricated membrane indicate that its physical and functional properties align with the typical range of microfiltration. …”
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Enhancing Creativity and Validation in Explanatory Deep Learning-Based Symbolic Music Generation: A Hybrid Approach With LSTM and Genetic Algorithms by Ahmad Zainul Fanani, Arry Maulana Syarif, Ika Novita Dewi, Abdul Karim

“…These findings support the effectiveness of the proposed model in fostering creative exploration of new tonal patterns aligned with the target genre.…”
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Design and Experiment of Autonomous Shield-Cutting End-Effector for Dual-Zone Maize Field Weeding by Yunxiang Li, Yinsong Qu, Yuan Fang, Jie Yang, Yanfeng Lu

“…The SEMSW integrated seedling positioning, robotic arm control, and precision weeding functionalities: a seedling positioning sensor identified maize seedlings and weeds, guiding XYZ translational motions to align the robotic arm. …”
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Does the chronic care model meet the emerging needs of people living with multimorbidity? A systematic review and thematic synthesis. by Kasey R Boehmer, Abd Moain Abu Dabrh, Michael R Gionfriddo, Patricia Erwin, Victor M Montori

“…Few implementations aimed at improving functional status or quality of life, and only one-third of studies were targeted for patients of low socioeconomic status.…”
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Simultaneous Total Knee Arthroplasty and Ankle Arthrodesis for Charcot Neuroarthropathy by Koji Nozaka, Naohisa Miyakoshi, Yusuke Yuasa, Motoki Mita, Yoichi Shimada

“…The left leg was shorter by 20 mm, with a functional leg length discrepancy. The patient was limping, and marked varus instability of the left ankle was observed during the stance phase of walking. …”
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Experimental generation of SNP haplotype signatures in patients with sickle cell anaemia. by Stephan Menzel, Jian Qin, Nisha Vasavda, Swee Lay Thein, Ramesh Ramakrishnan

“…Procedures such as the one described here would therefore benefit genetic mapping and functional studies as well as diagnostic procedures where the identity or parental origin of short genetic fragments is of importance.…”
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Modeling the challenges affecting the internationalization of the Persian Gulf Pro League by Sajad Soroush, Geoff Dickson, Nasrollah Sajjadi, Ebrahim Alidoust Ghahfarokhi

“…Materials and Methods: We conducted twenty in-depth interviews with expertise involved in the functioning of the PGPL who were recruited using a convenience sampling method. …”
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Involving End Users in the Development and Usability Testing of a Smartphone App Designed for Individuals With Prediabetes: Mixed-Methods Focus Group Study by Natalie Grieve, Kyra Braaten, Megan MacPherson, Sam Liu, Mary E Jung

“…ConclusionsThese findings identified necessary improvements in the app, ranging from minor aesthetic problems to major functionality problems. Involving end users allows the app to be tailored to the client’s preferences and increases the likelihood of usage. …”
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Reduced Representation Bisulfite Sequencing Determination of Distinctive DNA Hypermethylated Genes in the Progression to Colon Cancer in African Americans by Hassan Ashktorab, Afnan Shakoori, Shatha Zarnogi, Xueguang Sun, Sudhir Varma, Edward Lee, Babak Shokrani, Adeyinka O. Laiyemo, Kareem Washington, Hassan Brim

“…RRBS was performed on these DNA samples to identify hypermethylation. Alignment, mapping, and confirmed CpG methylation analyses were performed. …”
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The Plotting Check of Land Parcels on Computerization of Land Activities (KKP) towards Complete Village in Medan City by Rahma Ramadhani, Fatimaharani Annisa Septiya Ningrum, Alysia Delly Rasendria

“…The ultimate goal is to establish a harmonious integration between administrative functions, policy frameworks, and land information infrastructure, thereby contributing to the realization of sustainable development. …”
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Simple C-Flex Traction™ instead of traction table for supine intramedullary nailing of geriatric pertrochanteric fractures by Qiang Guo, Yifu Tang, Xiaoning Li, Ling Luo

“…Perioperative metrics assessed included workflow efficiency (positioning duration, operative time), intraoperative parameters (blood loss, fluoroscopy times), radiographic outcomes (reduction accuracy, implant positioning), and postoperative functional recovery (Harris Hip Score) with complication surveillance. …”
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