The Selection and Validation of Reference Genes for RT-qPCR Analysis of the Predatory Natural Enemy <i>Orius nagaii</i> (Hemiptera: Anthocoridae) by Chengxing Wang, Zhenjuan Yin, Yu Wang, Yan Liu, Shan Zhao, Xiaoyan Dai, Ruijuan Wang, Long Su, Hao Chen, Li Zheng, Yifan Zhai

“…Our findings will significantly enhance the reliability of RT-qPCR and provide a foundation for further research on the expression patterns of crucial genes that are implicated in the interaction between <i>O. nagaii</i> and its host pests.…”
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Mapping the coupling between tract reachability and cortical geometry of the human brain by Deying Li, Andrew Zalesky, Yufan Wang, Haiyan Wang, Liang Ma, Luqi Cheng, Tobias Banaschewski, Gareth J. Barker, Arun L. W. Bokde, Rüdiger Brühl, Sylvane Desrivières, Herta Flor, Hugh Garavan, Penny Gowland, Antoine Grigis, Andreas Heinz, Hervé Lemaître, Jean-Luc Martinot, Marie-Laure Paillère Martinot, Eric Artiges, Frauke Nees, Dimitri Papadopoulos Orfanos, Luise Poustka, Michael N. Smolka, Nilakshi Vaidya, Henrik Walter, Robert Whelan, Gunter Schumann, Tianye Jia, Congying Chu, Lingzhong Fan, IMAGEN Consortium

“…Abstract The study of cortical geometry and connectivity is prevalent in human brain research. However, these two aspects of brain structure are usually examined separately, leaving the essential connections between the brain’s folding patterns and white matter connectivity unexplored. …”
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Primary Mediastinal Germ Cell Tumors: A Real-World Analysis of Clinical Characteristics, Treatment, and Survival Outcomes From Two Tertiary Cancer Centers in India by Bharath Gangadhar, Chitrakshi Nagpal, Aparna Sharma, Bivas Biswas, Somnath Roy, Aditya Bhagwat, Deepam Pushpam, Sameer Bakhshi, Sunil Kumar, Kunhi Parambath Haresh, Atul Batra

“…Early diagnosis, appropriate histological classification, and aggressive multimodal treatment strategies are essential for improving long-term outcomes in this predominantly young patient population. Further research is warranted to validate these findings and optimize therapeutic approaches.…”
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Ultrasound Imaging and Machine Learning to Detect Missing Hand Motions for Individuals Receiving Targeted Muscle Reinnervation for Nerve-Pain Prevention by Anna Rita E. Moukarzel, Justin Fitzgerald, Marcus Battraw, Clifford Pereira, Andrew Li, Paul Marasco, Wilsaan M. Joiner, Jonathon Schofield

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Energy Urban Domain: Personalized Evaluation of Expert and Non-Expert Stakeholder Interaction With Artificial Intelligence Through ChatGPT Using the VIRTSI Model by George A. Tsihrintzis, Elissaios Sarmas, Vangelis Marinakis, Dimitrios P. Panagoulias, Evangelia-Aikaterini Tsichrintzi, Maria Virvou

“…Unlike other models of technology acceptance that focus solely on adoption, VIRTSI provides a continuous and quantifiable approach to trust calibration, identifying harmful trust patterns and guiding improvements in AI-human interaction over time.…”
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Using Machine Learning Approaches on Dynamic Patient-Reported Outcomes to Cluster Cancer Treatment-Related Symptoms by Nora Asper, Hans Friedrich Witschel, Louise von Stockar, Emanuele Laurenzi, Hans Christian Kolberg, Marcus Vetter, Sven Roth, Gerd Kullak-Ublick, Andreas Trojan

“…We aimed to examine whether the patterns in electronic patient-reported outcomes, without any additional clinician data input, are predictive of the underlying cancer type and reflect tumor- and treatment-associated symptom clusters (SCs). …”
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Aligning regional carbon neutrality pathways with national climate goals: An integrated analytical framework by Li Zhang, Mingyu Li, Zhe Zhang, Linyan Li, Jin Yuan, Shuying Zhu, Huili Wang, Min Jia, Jianhui Ruan, Lingyun Pang, Yingying Gu, Shu Ye, Xiaojun Chen, Lirong Zhang, Bofeng Cai, Jinnan Wang

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Metabolite profile and antioxidant activities of Trikatu, black pepper, Javanese long pepper, and red ginger essential oils by Dewa Ayu Ika Pramitha, Tati Herlina, Iman Permana Maksum, Ari Hardianto, Abd. Wahid Rizaldi Akili, Jalifah Latip

“…These insights support broader applications in aromatherapy, wellness, and healthcare, where TR essential oil can be used for antioxidant support, stress relief, and as a natural supplement. Future research may further optimize these essential oils for targeted therapeutic and preventive applications.…”
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What Affects Agricultural Green Total Factor Productivity in China? A Configurational Perspective Based on Dynamic Fuzzy-Set Qualitative Comparative Analysis by Danni Lu, Xinhuan Zhang, Degang Yang, Shubao Zhang

“…This research provides crucial empirical evidence for shaping targeted policies that can drive green agricultural development across diverse regional contexts.…”
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Exploring the Learning Needs for Discharge Planning Among Postoperative Orthopedic Patients: A Scoping&amp;nbsp;Review by Rahayu U, Ibrahim K, Herman H

“…Data extraction and synthesis were performed to identify key learning needs and patterns across different studies.Results: The review identified seven key learning needs among postoperative orthopaedic patients: pain management, wound care and infection prevention, complication management, mobility and rehabilitation, daily activities and quality of life, medication and health monitoring, and digital and family support. …”
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Machine learning approaches for predicting feed intake in Australian Merino, Corriedale, and Dohne Merino sheep by Fernando Amarilho-Silveira, Ignacio De Barbieri, Elly A. Navajas, Jaime Araujo Cobuci, Gabriel Ciappesoni

“…By leveraging existing animal data, these models can optimize resources and enable feed intake estimation across a larger population without the need for labor-intensive trials. …”
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Interactions Between Morel Cultivation, Soil Microbes, and Mineral Nutrients: Impacts and Mechanisms by Yiwen Fu, Muxin Fan, Haiyan Qin, Zeyu Zhang, Shijun Liu, Shuwen Wu, Yun Wang, Xia Yuan

“…Morel mushrooms (<i>Morchella</i> spp.) are prized for their nutritional and medicinal value. Despite extensive research on their cultivation, the species’ impacts on the soil microbiota and minerals remain unclear. …”
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Understanding External Peak Demands in Elite vs. Non-Elite Male Basketball Players by Yoel Antoranz, Enrique Alonso-Pérez-Chao, Carlos Mª Tejero-González, Hugo Salazar, Juan del Campo-Vecino, Sergio L. Jiménez-Sáiz

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Assessment of the economic sanctions influence on the Russian banking system by D. F. Zakirova, E. F. Zakirova

“…Practical significance: the main provisions and conclusions of the article can be used in the formation of the development strategy for credit organizations, which bear the risks of the deterioration of the financial situation of borrowers due to the general economic situation, the restricted access of the sanctioned banks to cheap Western long resources; by the Central Bank of the Russian Federation when forming the monetary policy; by economists, financiers for the expansion and deepening the subject areas of scientific research. The study of the effect of economic sanctions on the banking sector allows predicting the further development of the situation and outline the steps necessary to mitigate the negative external influences within the constraints, and to form the patterns of stabilization and development with the aim of increasing bank stability.…”
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Association of Korean Medicine and polypharmacy with fall risk and mortality in older adults with stroke by Ye-Seul Lee, Bo-Hyoung Jang, Jin Pyeong Jeon, Han-Gyul Lee, Seungwon Kwon, Woo-Sang Jung

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Molten Pool Stratification Morphology Study with Thermodynamic Calculation by CHEN Erhui1, ZHANG Li1, LI Nan1, YUAN Yidan1, , DING Yeqing2, LU Xiaogang2

Bridging tradition and innovation: a constitution-guided framework for personalized blood pressure management in acute ischemic stroke by Xuran Zhang, Xuran Zhang, Kegang Cao, Li Zhou, Jinxian Liu, Yufeng Ding

“…Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) constitution theory categorizes individuals into distinct physiological patterns, offering a novel framework to address this variability. …”
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Psychological distress and pregnancy outcomes in early-stage gestational hypertension: a case-control study from China by Xilian Li, Rongmin Wang, Xian Xia, Dongdong Shi, Lili Gong, Biao Gao

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Non-diabetic elderly populations: SIRI as a risk factor and PIV as a protective factor against bone abnormalities by Manli Yan, Ping Gong, Xiang Li, Haoyue Huang, Hua Wei, Hua Wei

“…Combined with previous studies, we suggest that people at high risk of osteoporosis should avoid or minimize the intake of pro-inflammatory dietary patterns. Meanwhile, research from an immune perspective is expected to open new avenues for osteoporosis treatment.…”
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Study on the mechanical properties of stratified rock mass based on 3D printing technology and FDEM algorithm by Yongchao Tian, Kaifang Ren, Fan He, Yong Liu, Penghai Deng, Jiaqi Guo, Feiyue Sun, Xin Huang, Jun Zhang

“…Secondly, the strength characteristics and crack propagation patterns of stratified rock mass are examined by conducting compression tests on specimens with precast crack and numerical simulation tests as the dip angle of bedding plane varies. …”
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