A handheld fiber-optic tissue sensing device for spine surgery. by Merle S Losch, Benjamin E Visser, Jenny Dankelman, Benno H W Hendriks

“…Despite challenges in coupling efficiencies from manual fiber-coupling of the diodes, our prototype is able to emit and collect light to distinguish bone tissues with DRS, demonstrating feasibility. …”
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Expanding the Use of a Fluorogenic Method to Determine Activity and Mode of Action of Bacillus thuringiensis Bacteriocins Against Gram-Positive and Gram-Negative Bacteria by Norma M. de la Fuente-Salcido, J. Eleazar Barboza-Corona, A. N. Espino Monzón, R. D. Pacheco Cano, N. Balagurusamy, Dennis K. Bideshi, Rubén Salcedo-Hernández

“…Here we standardize this method to efficiently determine the activity of bacteriocins against both Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria. …”
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Study of Complex Impedance Dispersion Model for Two-Phase Laminar Flow by CHENG Linfeng, KE Shizhen, SHI Hongwei, ZHANG Yuhang, LUO Hu, TAO Jie

“…Therefore, it is imperative to identify a more cost-effective and efficient measurement method. Complex impedance spectrum (CIS) detection technology emerges as a promising solution, offering advantages such as low cost, easy implementation, environmental friendliness, and safety. …”
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Development and characterization of antifungal niosomal gel of luliconazole: In vitro and ex vivo approaches by Vibhavari M. Chatur, Shashikant N. Dhole, Nilesh S. Kulkarni, Mithun Rudrapal

“…The niosome's entrapment efficiency, size, PDI, and zeta potential were measured. …”
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Smart green ports: a sustainable solution for the maritime industry in a changing climate by Mohamed Elhussieny

“…First, the findings will inform policymakers on how to promote sustainability in port operations and, therefore, help develop regulatory frameworks that will assist in the diffusion of innovative technologies. For instance, port authorities can use the findings from this study to make smart technology investments that have both environmental benefits and economic returns, thereby improving the overall efficiency of operations. …”
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Trichophyton verrucosum infection in livestock in the Chitral district of Pakistan by Khalid Hameed, Farhana Riaz Ch, Muhammad Ali Nawaz, Syed Muhammad Saqlan Naqvi, Yvonne Gräser, Christiane Kupsch, Mario Pasquetti, Luca Rossi, Anna Rita Molinar Min, Paolo Tizzani, Elisa Chiavassa, Andrea Peano

“…A better knowledge of the animal role in the spread of this fungus may allow the adoption of more efficient control measures and prophylaxis. …”
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Hydrogen Leakage Location Prediction in a Fuel Cell System of Skid-Mounted Hydrogen Refueling Stations by Leiqi Zhang, Qiliang Wu, Min Liu, Hao Chen, Dianji Wang, Xuefang Li, Qingxin Ba

“…In the event of an accidental hydrogen leak at a hydrogen refueling station, the ability to quickly predict the leakage location is crucial for taking immediate and effective measures to prevent disastrous consequences. Therefore, the development of precise and efficient technologies to predict leakage locations is vital for the safe and stable operation of hydrogen refueling stations. …”
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Recovering the Soybean Hulls after Peroxidase Extraction and Their Application as Adsorbent for Metal Ions and Dyes by Aleksandra Ivanovska, Biljana Dojčinović, Jelena Lađarević, Leposava Pavun, Dušan Mijin, Mirjana Kostić, Milica Svetozarević

“…ATR-FTIR spectroscopy, FE-SEM microscopy, and zeta potential measurements were used for adsorbent characterization. …”
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Toughening Mechanism of CaAl₁₂O₁₉ in Red Mud–Al₂O₃ Composite Ceramics by Shiwei Jiang, Anmin Li, Zhengliang Wang

“…The utilization of red mud in the production of ceramic products represents an efficient approach for harnessing red mud resources. …”
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Amide proton transfer-weighted imaging and T1 mapping as diagnostic tools to evaluate high-risk histopathologic phenotypes before surgery in rectal adenocarcinoma and their correla... by Yaxin Chai, Yaxin Chai, Yongchao Niu, Ruixue Cheng, Pan Liang, Jianbo Gao

“…The measured parameters included APT signal intensity (APT SI), T1 relaxation time before (native T1) and after (post-contrast T1) enhancement, and apparent diffusion coefficient (ADC). …”
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The impact of new digital infrastructure on agriculture green development: evidence from China by Yanru Zhao, Chenyu Yang, Sarwar Khan

“…Heterogeneity analysis shows that the effect of NDI is more pronounced in ecologically fragile areas in the northwest, as well as in regions with low marketization and strict environmental regulations.DiscussionNDI promotes the green transformation of agriculture by optimizing resource utilization efficiency and driving technological innovation. However, it requires matching with improved labor quality and region-specific policies. …”
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TiO2-Phosphotungstic acid nanocomposites synthesis by annealing method by Milton Praveendaniel, Ponpandian Rajesh Anantha Selvan, Moses Daniel Sweetlin

“…The measurements of the dielectric constants produced informative results. …”
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Effects of airflow distribution changes on the thermal environment of IT equipment in data centers by Wei Lun Wang, Yichen Li, Kuei-Peng Lee

“…Inefficient airflow or uneven cooling can lead to thermal shutdowns, compromising data centers’ IT equipment operational stability and air-conditioning system efficiency. Precise control of environmental parameters can prevent localized hotspots and airflow mixing, which are crucial for maintaining effective cooling. …”
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GC-MS assay of hexane and ethanol extracts of spirulina algae and detecting their antibacterial activity against uropathogenic S.aureus and E.coli by Salah Faiz Shnaa, Roaa J. Elkheralla, Mohammed Hashim Al-Yasiri

“…Antimicrobial activity was evaluated using varying concentrations (25, 50, 75, and 100 mg/ml) against bacterial strains Staphylococcus aureus and E.coli by the Kirby-Bauer disk diffusion method. Results. The ethanol extract showed the highest inhibitory effect against E.coli, with a zone of inhibition measuring 20.00 ± 2.00 mm at 100 mg/ml. …”
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The Cause of Shale Oil Overpressure and Its Influence on Productivity in Jimsar Sag by CAO Zhifeng, LIN Jingqi, LING Liang, WANG Xianhu, TAN Xiaobin, WANG Haipeng, ZHAO Hongyi, XU Rui, ZHANG Yanli

“…The research results provide a basis for prediction and efficient development of shale oil favorable area of Permian Lusaogou formation in Jimsar sag.…”
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Responses of Stem Sap Flow and Diameter of Ailanthus Altissima to Soil Moisture by Liu Yunjie, Zhang Hanhan, Zhang Wei, Ma Changming

“…[Objective] In order to understand the water use strategy of Ailanthus altissima and to formulate efficient water management measures for A. altissima, we investigated the characteristics of sap flow and radial stem variation of A. altissima under four volumetric soil moisture content treatments 〔10%~15% (W1), 15%~20% (W2), 20%~25% (W3), and 25%~30% (W4)〕 and their relationships with meteorological factors. …”
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Selection of favorable shale lithofacies based on an integrated geology and engineering approach: a case study of Lishu Fault Depression in Songliao Basin by Xuan LIN, Jianfeng ZHU, Haiming PANG, Zhongbo LI, Wei WANG, Shuo LIU, Haibin LI, Zhenxue JIANG, Zhuo LI, Chunyu QIN, Kangbo CHEN

“…High clay content significantly affected fracturing efficiency. Mixed lithofacies with lower clay content and well-developed dissolution pores demonstrated superior artificial fracture propagation and enhanced permeability after fracturing modification. …”
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Removal of Tetracycline from Aqueous Solution Using Nanocomposite Based on Polyanion-Modified Laterite Material by Thi Hau Vu, Thi Mai Viet Ngo, Thi Tu Anh Duong, Thi Hien Lan Nguyen, Xuan Truong Mai, Thi Hong Nguyet Pham, Thi Phuong Le, Thi Hue Tran

“…The TC adsorption onto NCPML was induced by electrostatic interaction, hydrogen bonding, and diffusion interaction. The TC removal from wastewater was approximately 94% while efficiency still reached 66% after five regenerations. …”
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Speciation and mobilization of ultra-trace Hg(II) in groundwater by Kunfu PI, Yanxin WANG, Juewen LIU, Ya’nan YANG, Van Cappellen PHILIPPE

“…Quantification of Hg(II) species in groundwater via joint DNA-DGT sensing and hydrogeochemical calculation indicates that temperature, pH, Cl−, and dissolved organic matter significantly affected partitioning of trace Hg(II) between various mobile species, diffusion efficiency, and thus its mobility. Combined with hydrogeochemical modeling, the DNA-DGT measurements reveal that mobilization and transformation of Hg(II) are linked to redox cycling of sulfur in groundwater. …”
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MBGPIN: Multi-Branch Generative Prior Integration Network for Super-Resolution Satellite Imagery by Furkat Safarov, Ugiloy Khojamuratova, Misirov Komoliddin, Furkat Bolikulov, Shakhnoza Muksimova, Young-Im Cho

“…The model also achieves significant computational efficiency, with reduced floating point operations (FLOPs) and faster inference times, making it scalable for real-world applications.…”
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