Recent advancements in indirect solar dryer performance and the associated thermal energy storage by Gadisa Desa Shekata, Getachew Shunki Tibba, Aklilu Tesfamichael Baheta

“…Expensive experimental setups have led to the use of computer simulation techniques like computational fluid dynamics (CFD) to optimize drying conditions and dryer design while maintaining product quality. …”
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Hydrophobic Chitosan Derivatives for Gene and Drug Delivery in Cancer Therapies by Daria N. Poshina, Anna D. Rakshina, Yury A. Skorik

“…By understanding the role of the hydrophobic moiety in cellular uptake, endosomal escape, self-assembly, and toxicity, researchers can design and develop optimized chitosan-based delivery systems for targeted cancer therapy.…”
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Transparent Al-Doped ZnO Thin Films for High-Sensitivity NO₂ Gas Sensing by So-Young Bak, Se-Hyeong Lee, Hyeongrok Jang, Minseong Kim, Sungjae Kim, Moonsuk Yi

“…By adjusting the Al doping level, the optimized device achieved a 50 °C reduction in operating temperature, a 66.2-fold increase in sensitivity at 150 °C, and shortened response and recovery times. …”
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Thermal and hydrodynamic analysis of MHD nanofluid flow over a permeable stretching surface in porous media: Comparative study of Fe3O4, Cu, and Ag nanofluids by Mahmmoud M. Syam, Mohammad Alkhedher, Muhammed I. Syam

“…These results offer valuable insights into optimizing heat and mass transfer in nanofluid systems under varied thermal and physical conditions.…”
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Rapid detection of soybean nutrient deficiencies with YOLOv8s for precision agriculture advancement by Minsoo Jeong, Sihyun Park, Sook-Min Kwon, KyeongMo Lim, Da-Ryung Jung, Hong-Seok Lee, Hei Jung Kim, Jae-Ho Shin

“…Abstract Early detection of nutrient deficiencies is crucial for optimizing crop yields and ensuring sustainable agricultural practices. …”
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Design of a lightweight broadband vibration reduction structure with embedded acoustic black holes in viscoelastic damping materials by Liang Xu, Jie Zhang, Jiang Li, Huaan Tian, Chaofan Zheng, Shaoyun Guo

“…This research contributes valuable insights into advancing lightweight and broadband damping solutions for enhanced vibration management in engineering systems.…”
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Associations of ambient temperature and relative humidity with hospital admissions in macau, China using time series analysis by Bohan Wang, Shuyuan Shen, Lao Weng I, Lam Weng Kan, In Teng Chan, Cheng Bang He, Jing Quan He, Un Ha Wong, Edmundo Patricio Lopes Lao, Robert David Smith

“…As climate change intensifies weather extremes, healthcare systems may face escalating demands, necessitating targeted prevention strategies for high-risk groups and optimized resource allocation.…”
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Enhanced isolation in aperture fed dielectric resonator MIMO antennas for 5G Sub 6 GHz applications by Arpita Patel, Trushit Upadhyaya, Pandey Rajat Girjashankar, M. V. Swati, Om Prakash Kumar

“…The full ground plane and optimized spatial placement further contribute to reduced mutual coupling and improved diversity performance, achieving an envelope correlation coefficient (ECC) of 0.042 and channel capacity loss (CCL) below 0.2 bits/s/Hz. …”
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Effect of processing methods and Ethiopian ginger (Zingiber officinale) genotypes on antimicrobial properties against food pathogens and spoilage microorganisms by Temesgen Laelago Ersedo, Tilahun A. Teka, Sirawdink Fikreyesus Forsido, Engida Dessalegn

“…Further research is recommended to optimize extraction techniques and explore the integration of Ethiopian ginger extracts into food preservation systems to mitigate microbial spoilage.…”
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BlockEdge: Blockchain-Edge Framework for Industrial IoT Networks by Tanesh Kumar, Erkki Harjula, Muneeb Ejaz, Ahsan Manzoor, Pawani Porambage, Ijaz Ahmad, Madhusanka Liyanage, An Braeken, Mika Ylianttila

“…The Edge computing paradigm ensures low latency services for IIoT applications while optimizing the network usage, whereas Blockchain provides a decentralized way for ensuring data integrity, trust and security. …”
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A Systematic Review of Mechanical Pretreatment Techniques of Wood Biomass for Bioenergy by Giorgia Di Domenico, Elisa Cioccolo, Leonardo Bianchini, Rachele Venanzi, Andrea Colantoni, Rodolfo Picchio, Luca Cozzolino, Valerio Di Stefano

“…This research provides a comprehensive review of current mechanical techniques, detailing their operational settings and performance metrics while also offering suggestions for optimizing biomass conversion processes. By promoting the use of mechanical pretreatment in biofuel production systems, the findings align with the principles of a circular economy and contribute to the development of greener energy sources.…”
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Multiphysics-Coupled Load-Bearing Capacity of Piezoelectric Stacks in Low-Temperature Environments by Yang Li, Yongping Zheng, Leipeng Song, Zhefan Yao, Hui Zhang, Yonglin Wang, Zhengshun Fei, Xiaozhou Xu, Xinjian Xiang

“…The methodology establishes a robust foundation for designing multiphysics-compatible instrumentation systems, enabling precise evaluation of smart material behavior under extreme coupled-field conditions.…”
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Study of hospitalization status of patients with COVID-19 in Dr. Masih Daneshvari Hospital in Tehran by Mehdi Kazempour Dizaji, Mohammad Varahram, Rahim Roozbahani, Atefe Abedini, Ali Zare, Syeyd Alireza Nadji, Arda Kiani, Niloufar Alizedeh Kolahdozi, Mohammad Ali Emamhadi, Majid Marjani

“…Conclusion: The study underscores the importance of monitoring hospitalization patterns to optimize medical resources, including equipment, medications, and staffing. …”
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Impact of a Variable Blockage Ratio on the Detonation Transition in a Pre-Detonator by Yuchang Gil, Suhyeong Lee, Sangkyu Han, Sungwoo Park

“…The deflagration-to-detonation transition (DDT) is a critical process for achieving reliable ignition in detonation-based propulsion systems, such as Rotating Detonation Engines (RDEs). …”
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Extramammary Paget’s Disease of the Scalp with an Underlying Atypical Meningioma—A Case Report and Review of the Literature by Carolina Solomon, Adina Patricia Apostu, Ioana Irina Trufin, Salomea Ruth Halmagyi, Liliana Rogojan, Simona Corina Șenilă, Loredana Ungureanu

“…Further research is needed to clarify the relationship between EMPD and other neoplasms and to optimize management strategies.…”
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Synthesis of high-performance NiO/ZnO composite for asymmetric supercapacitors by Xianwei Wang, Yu Hao, Maruthappan Manikandan, Riu Liu, Fei Yang, Yi Chen, Yifan Wang, Cong Liu, Jingyu Shi, Peiao Lu, Peifan Yang, Yan Zhang, Jun Shang, Shaoqian Yin

“…The effect of varying the Ni/Zn ratio was systematically investigated, and the optimized NiO/ZnO-3 electrode exhibited excellent electrochemical properties, including a low equivalent series resistance (Rs) of 0.73 Ω, a minimal charge-transfer resistance (Rct) of 0.55 Ω, and a specific capacitance of 243 F g−1 at 1 A g−1. …”
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Fractal-Based Thermal Conductivity Prediction Modeling for Closed Mesoporous Polymer Gels by Haiyan Yu, Mingdong Li, Ning Guo, Anqi Chen, Haochun Zhang, Mu Du

“…This proposed modeling approach offers a robust and efficient theoretical tool for designing and optimizing the thermal insulation characteristics of closed mesoporous polymer gels, thereby advancing their application in diverse energy conversion and management systems.…”
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MESO-CMOS Hybrid Circuits With Time-Multiplexing Technique for Energy and Area-Efficient Computing in Memory by Tzuping Huang, Linran Zhao, Yiming Han, Hai Li, Ian A. Young, Yaoyao Jia

“…To harness the advantages of MESO in large-scale complex circuit systems, this article presents the development of a MESO-based standard cell library. …”
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Synergistic Effects of Natural Products and Mesenchymal Stem Cells in Osteoarthritis Treatment: A Narrative Review by Hamoud H. Alfaqeh, Ruszymah Binti Hj Idrus, Aminuddin Bin Saim, Abid Nordin

“…Future research should focus on optimizing delivery systems, conducting large-scale randomized controlled trials, and establishing personalized treatment strategies based on patient biomarkers. …”
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Battery Charging Simulation of a Passenger Electric Vehicle from a Traction Voltage Inverter with an Integrated Charger by Evgeniy V. Khekert, Boris V. Malozyomov, Roman V. Klyuev, Nikita V. Martyushev, Vladimir Yu. Konyukhov, Vladislav V. Kukartsev, Oleslav A. Antamoshkin, Ilya S. Remezov

“…The results can be used to optimize the charging infrastructure of electric vehicles and to develop intelligent battery module management systems.…”
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