Electro-osmotic peristaltic streaming of a fractional second-grade viscoelastic nanofluid with single and multi-walled carbon nanotubes in a ciliated tube by Mahadev M Channakote, Shekar Marudappa, O. Anwar Bég, Mahesha Narayana, C. Siddabasappa

“…The Caputo fractional model and Debye–Hückel linearization are used to analyze the interaction between electro-osmotic forces and thermal-mechanical effects. …”
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Universal multilayer network embedding reveals a causal link between GABA neurotransmitter and cancer by Léo Pio-Lopez, Michael Levin

“…Recent developments have expanded network analysis techniques, such as network embedding, to effectively explore multilayer network structures. Multilayer networks, which incorporate various nodes and connections in formats such as multiplex, heterogeneous, and bipartite networks, provide an effective framework for merging diverse and multi-scale biological data sources. …”
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Computational modeling of infectious diseases: insights from network-based simulations on measles by Francesco Branda, Pierangelo Veltri, Francesco Chiodo, Massimo Ciccozzi, Fabio Scarpa, Pietro Hiram Guzzi

“…Abstract Background Computational modelling of disease spread is crucial for understanding the dynamics of infectious outbreaks and assessing the effectiveness of control measures. In particular, network-based models for disease spreading offer detailed, granular insights into heterogeneous interactions and enable dynamic simulation of intervention strategies. …”
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Optimization of Ecosystem Service Bundles from a Trade-Off and Synergistic Perspective: A Case Study of Qinghai Province by Qiwei Wu, Jian Gong, Shishi Wu, Jiasheng Lin

“…The optimization of its ecosystem services is vital for the effective management of ecologically fragile areas. …”
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Efficacy and putative mechanisms of action of nutraceuticals in the management of erectile dysfunction: a narrative review by Lorenzo Romano, Michele Musone, Luigi Napolitano, Lorenzo Spirito, Celeste Manfredi, Davide Arcaniolo, Ferdinando Fusco, Biagio Barone, Antonio Tufano, Pier Paolo Prontera, Ugo Amicuzi, Antonio Cioffi, Ciro Imbimbo, Marco De Sio, Carmine Sciorio, Felice Crocetto

“…In fact, although nutraceuticals generally demonstrate a favorable safety profile compared to traditional drugs, they are not completely exempt from possible side effects. Furthermore, issues such as inconsistent patient adherence to treatment and potential interactions with drug therapies require further research and investigation. …”
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Comparative analysis of machine learning models and explainable AI for agriculture drought prediction: A case study of the Ta-pieh mountains by Lichang Xu, Shaowei Ning, Xiaoyan Xu, Shenghan Wang, Le Chen, Rujian Long, Shengyi Zhang, Yuliang Zhou, Min Zhang, Bhesh Raj Thapa

“…This study proposes a framework that integrates machine learning with explainable artificial intelligence (XAI) to predict and analyze agricultural droughts in the Ta-pieh Mountains. …”
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Key Factors Influencing Preservice Chinese Teachers’ Willingness for Implementing AI Applications in Higher Education by Yanfei Li, Michael John Harris, Ahmad Yahya Dawod, Thacha Lawanna

“…Structural equation modeling (SEM) was used to analyze a questionnaire (N =493) that was distributed to preservice teachers in higher institution. …”
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Preferences and expectations of end-users from a mental health educational portal: A qualitative study by Sara Pourrazavi, Somayeh Azimi, Ali Fakhari, Habibeh Barzegar, Mostafa Farahbakhsh

“…Qualitative analysis was performed using MAXQDA 10 software. Results: After analyzing the data, the preferences and expectations of end-users were categorized into five main themes: to be reliable, mutual interaction capability, to be accessible, creating a stylish and attractive design, and attention to the quality and structure of the content. …”
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High-Performance Carbon Black/Fe₃O₄/Epoxy Nanodielectrics for Electrostatic Energy Storage and Harvesting Solutions by Sotirios Stavropoulos, Aikaterini Sanida, Georgios Psarras

“…Dynamic mechanical and dielectric analyses revealed significant enhancements in the storage modulus and the energy efficiency of these materials due to the synergistic effects of the nanoparticles and the interactions between them and the polymer matrix. …”
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Clinical Questions and Psychological Change: How Can Artificial Intelligence Support Mental Health Practitioners? by Luisa Orrù, Marco Cuccarini, Christian Moro, Gian Piero Turchi

“…This work tries to answer this issue by studying therapist–patient interactions with a ML model for text analysis. The goal was to investigate how psychological change occurs thanks to different types of questions, and to see if the ML model recognized this difference in analyzing patients’ answers to therapists’ clinical questions. …”
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A Review of Wearable Back-Support Exoskeletons for Preventing Work-Related Musculoskeletal Disorders by Yanping Qu, Xupeng Wang, Xinyao Tang, Xiaoyi Liu, Yuyang Hao, Xinyi Zhang, Hongyan Liu, Xinran Cheng

“…Long-term manual material handling (MMH) work leads to the trend of the younger onset of work-related musculoskeletal disorders (WMSDs), with low back pain (LBP) being the most common, which causes great trouble for both society and patients. To effectively prevent LBP and provide support for workers engaged in MMH work, wearable lumbar assistive exoskeletons have played a key role in industrial scenarios. …”
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An Enhanced Load-Transfer Model for Pile-Supported Embankments Incorporating Slip Between Pile and Soil by Chengfu Zhang, Yongjie Tan, Chaoguang Huang, Yufei Liu, Shao Yue, Gaoqiao Wu

“…The primary objective of this study is to establish an innovative theoretical framework for analyzing the behavior of an end-bearing pile-supported embankment. …”
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Single-Molecule Detection of Optical Signals Using DNA-Based Plasmonic Nanostructures by Renjie Niu, Jintian Shao, Mingnan Wu, Chang Liu, Jie Chao

“…In particular, DNA origami technology enables the precise construction of metallic nanostructures with specific shapes and functions, which can effectively enhance the interaction between light and matter, thereby significantly increasing signal intensity and detection sensitivity. …”
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Single cell transcriptome profiling of immune tissues from germ-free and specific pathogen-free piglet by Jinwei Zhang, Chuang Tang, Yan Liu, Jing Sun, Xiaokai Li, Keren Long, Fanli Kong, Shuangshuang Chen, Hao Liang, Yuchun Ding, Mingzhou Li, Li Shen, Junbo Ge, Jideng Ma, Liangpeng Ge

“…However, the systematic effects of commensal microbiota on host immunity based on large animal model at the single-cell level remain to be resolved. …”
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Evaluation of Vibration Characteristics of an Existing Harbor Caisson Structure Using Tugboat Impact Tests and Modal Analysis by Jin-Hak Yi, Woo-Sun Park, So-Young Lee, Thanh-Canh Huynh, Jeong-Tae Kim, Chun-Kyo Seo

“…The feasibility of a numerical analysis model with fluid-structure-soil interaction effects, which play an important role in evaluating structural performance and safety, was investigated by comparing the numerical results with experimental results. …”
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Fostering organizational performance through innovation: The roles of environmental policy instruments, organizational learning supports, and intellectual capital by Thang Nam Huynh, Phuong Van Nguyen, Anh Minh Do, Phuong Uyen Dinh, Huan Tuong Vo

“…The study’s findings provide valuable insights for scholars and professionals, enhancing comprehension of complex interactions among various elements. Entrepreneurs can utilize these observations to develop inventive tactics that harness both internal and external resources to effectively promote innovation and improve business performance.…”
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Hypergraph-based analysis of weighted gene co-expression hypernetwork by Libing Bai, Libing Bai, Zongjin Li, Chunyang Tang, Chunyang Tang, Changxin Song, Feng Hu, Feng Hu

“…Additionally, functional enrichment analysis uncovers more comprehensive pathway hierarchies, revealing potential regulatory relationships and novel targets.ConclusionWGCHNA effectively addresses WGCNA’s limitations, providing superior accuracy in detecting gene modules and deeper insights for disease research, making it a powerful tool for analyzing complex biological systems.…”
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An “initial-engineering-end use” quasi-market pricing mechanism under cascading risk for cross-regional water rights trading by Xuxia Li, Huimin Wang, Gang Liu, Liu Yang, Zhou Fang, Yi Xiao, Xiaoying Lai, Li Gao, Ying Teng

“…To support these stages, data from field studies is used to calibrate three unique pricing models: the stochastic differential game, incomplete contract theory, and the Nash-bargaining model. We analyze the interactions among equilibrium water prices across these stages to explore the cascade effects. …”
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Physical Exercise as a Therapeutic Strategy for ADHD in Children and Adolescents by Klaudia Mościszko, Joanna Kałuska, Dominika Hakało, Marta Ignatiuk-Chilkiewicz, Aleksandra Sokół, Katarzyna Nowicka, Wiktor Klimek, Maria Majewska, Tomasz Suprun, Adam Rafałowicz, Martyna Niemczuk

“…Aim: This article aims to analyze the impact of different forms of physical activity on alleviating ADHD symptoms amongst young patients and to explore the mechanisms through which sports can serve as an effective therapeutic tool. …”
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Inside-out: exploring prison culture by Alessia Morittu

“…This chapter examines the historical evolution of prison culture from the 1800s to today, exploring its elements, effects, and the challenges it poses. By analyzing these aspects, the chapter aims to foster a comprehensive understanding to guide humane and effective corrections practices.   …”
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