Huzhou Normal University

Mechanism-Guided Molten Salt Engineering via First-Principles Molecular Dynamics for Efficient Titanium Extraction and Waste Salt Mitigation

Abstract Efficient chlorination of low-grade titanium slag demands a molten salt capable of withstanding the sustained enrichment of Mg/Ca chloride impurities without compromising transport properties. NaCl is widely regarded as an ideal molten salt medium. However, the atomic-le...

Blood flow restriction of sport-specific repeated-sprint training enhances acute physiological responses in elite female boxers: a randomized, crossover trial

This study investigated the acute physiological responses during sport-specific repeated sprint training with different levels at blood flow restriction (BFR) in elite boxing athletes. Sixteen female boxers participated in this randomized, cross-over study. All boxers conducted f...

(R,S)‐Symmetric Solutions to the Generalized Quaternion Matrix Equation AXB+CYD=E

ABSTRACT This article focuses on the ‐symmetric, ‐skew symmetric solutions and least‐squares ‐(skew) symmetric solutions of the generalized quaternion matrix equation . By using the real representation method of generalized quaternion matrices and the block decomposition techniqu...

Wavelength-Switchable Surface Photovoltage Polarity in Quasi-2D Perovskite Heterojunctions Mediated by Exciton Confinement

Abstract Strong excitonic confinement in quasi-2D Ruddlesden–Popper perovskites gives rise to distinct photophysical behavior compared with their 3D analogues, yet how this confinement governs surface and interfacial photovoltage formation remains unresolved. We show that quasi-2...

High-voltage pulsed radiofrequency combined with tolerable thermocoagulation for the treatment of postherpetic neuralgia: study protocol for a randomized controlled trial

Postherpetic neuralgia (PHN) is a common and debilitating complication of herpes zoster that significantly affects patients’ quality of life, particularly among elderly and immunocompromised individuals. Although pharmacological therapies are widely used, they often provide limit...

Phase-evolving inorganic mineral matrices for product-selective pyrolysis of biomass-rich organic solid wastes

Product formation during pyrolysis of biomass-rich organic solid wastes is usually interpreted through temperature, residence time, and reactor configuration, while inorganic mineral matrices are considered less consistently. This review develops an interpretive phase-evolution f...

Bio-inspired functional recursion enables multi-mode locomotion in a 140-mg morphing microrobot

Insects traverse diverse environments by reusing body structures and appendages through adaptable mechanics, an ability that remains a grand challenge for insect-scale robotics under strict mass constraints. Here we present an insect‑scale robot that integrates aerial takeoff and...

Laser-Induced transfer of TiO2 micro/nanostructures onto polymer surfaces for enhanced water harvesting and Photocatalysis

Atmospheric water harvesting (AWH) offers a promising solution for decentralized freshwater supply, but its practical application is hindered by low collection efficiency in contaminated environments and the lack of eco-friendly fabrication methods. Here, we present a novel strat...

Effect of transcutaneous auricular vagus nerve stimulation on postoperative gastrointestinal dysfunction in patients with gynecological abdominal or pelvic tumors: a study protocol for a prospective, single-center, randomized, controlled clinical trial

BACKGROUND: Postoperative gastrointestinal dysfunction (POGD) commonly presents with nausea, vomiting, abdominal distension, delayed flatus or stool, and prolonged intolerance to oral intake. It can cause postoperative pain, delayed gastrointestinal motility, or intestinal obstru...

OsJAC1 Positively Regulates Brown Planthopper Resistance in Rice Through Priming of Diterpenoid Biosynthesis and Amplification of Jasmonic Acid Signaling

Brown planthopper (BPH) is a devastating rice pest worldwide, and enhancing intrinsic plant resistance represents a sustainable strategy for its control. Here, we report that OsJAC1, a gene encoding a protein harboring dirigent and jacalin-related lectin domains, positively regul...

Fermentation of human urine with agricultural Jiaosu and molasses: urease-catalyzed hydrolysis inhibition and microbial community enhancement

As a resource-oriented approach to domestic sewage management, the recycling of source-separated urine for agricultural use has garnered significant attention. To mitigate the risks posed by pathogens and elevated ammonia concentrations associated with urine collection and agricu...

Discrete time backward stochastic linear quadratic optimal control

This paper focuses on the discrete-time backward stochastic linear quadratic (BSLQ) optimal control problem with nonhomogeneous system terms and cost function cross terms. The terminal constraint of such systems distinguishes it from forward stochastic systems, posing unique chal...

Comparative study on precision machining of tungsten alloy by femtosecond laser and water-jet guided laser

Tungsten alloys serve as core structural materials for high-end strategic sectors including aerospace infrastructure, nuclear power systems, and defense engineering due to their superior combined mechanical and thermophysical characteristics. However, their intrinsically high mel...

Developing a health values framework for patients with cardiovascular-kidney-metabolic syndrome: a qualitative exploration through the lens of social determinants of health

Abstract Background Despite global calls for the advancement of patient-centered care, care planning often remains poorly aligned with patients’ lived social contexts and core values. This study aimed to understand what matters most to patients with cardiovascular-kidney-metaboli...

Research on Multi-Point large strain measurement sensors based on flexible thin Films and fiber Bragg Gratings

To achieve highly sensitive distributed measurement of large strains, this paper proposes a surface-attached FBG array sensor based on a flexible PDMS/SiO 2 substrate. The sensor structure is designed, and a finite element model of the flexible thin-film substrate and the S-shape...

Odd entanglement entropy in boundary conformal field theories and holographic moving mirrors

Abstract We obtain the odd entanglement entropy (OEE) for bipartite mixed states in $(1+1)$-dimensional boundary conformal field theories (BCFT$_2$s) utilizing an appropriate replica technique. For the generic configuration of two disjoint intervals, the large-$c$ factorization o...

Autonomic regulation as a mechanistic pathway linking transcutaneous auricular vagus nerve stimulation to intrinsic capacity in older adults: protocol for a randomized sham-controlled trial

Intrinsic capacity (IC) reflects the integrated physical and mental capacities of older adults and is a central target of healthy ageing interventions. However, the biological mechanisms underlying IC decline remain poorly understood. Autonomic nervous system (ANS) dysregulation...

Automatic sleep stage classification via non-contact BCG and dual-layer modeling

Abstract Traditional sleep staging studies often rely on contact sensors, which may interfere with natural sleep. Therefore, this study proposes an automatic sleep staging method based on non-contact single channel ballistocardiogram (BCG) signals. Firstly, discrete wavelet trans...

Phase-specific relationships between cognitive function and life-space mobility in patients with ischemic stroke: implications for geriatric rehabilitation

Based on the Chronic Illness Trajectory Framework (CITF), this study aims to explore the longitudinal trajectories and dynamic reciprocal relationships between cognitive function and life-space mobility in older patients with ischemic stroke (IS) during a 1-year post-discharge fo...

Design and Synthesisof Potential Quinoline-BasedSDH Inhibitors Inspired by Quinine Alkaloids with Activity againstPhytopathogenic Fungi and Bacteria

Abstract In pursuit of environmentally friendly agrochemicals, we employed the natural quinine alkaloid scaffold as a lead for the design and synthesis of three series of structurally diverse quinine derivatives and systematically evaluated their in vitro antibacterial and antifu...