Southwest University

Development of a composite coating activated with Kurtzmaniella quercitrusa for controlling postharvest citrus green mold

Antagonistic yeasts are acknowledged as eco-friendly alternatives to chemical fungicides for controlling postharvest diseases. However, their practical application is frequently constrained by limited survival, inadequate stability, and brief persistence under storage conditions....

Promoting the Oxygen Vacancy in NiFe LDH-MOF Nanohybrid via Ce Doping for Efficient Oxygen Evolution Reaction

Abstract Electrolytic water splitting is a pivotal strategy for scalable hydrogen production, yet its efficiency is hindered by the sluggish kinetics of the oxygen evolution reaction (OER). Herein, we report a Ce-doped NiFe LDH-MOF nanohybrid successfully synthesized via a facile...

Targeting USP14 disrupts lipid metabolism and survival pathways in diffuse large B-cell lymphoma (DLBCL)

Abstract Proteasome inhibitors have transformed cancer therapy in certain settings. However, their overall effectiveness is often limited as residual proteasome function is retained through the overexpression of ubiquitin-specific protease 14 (USP14), a proteasome-associated deub...

Multicultivar field evaluation of organic and inorganic fertilizer formulations for improving citrus productivity, fruit quality, root architecture, and soil fertility

Organic and inorganic fertilization (OIF) is a promising strategy for sustaining citrus productivity while improving soil fertility, but its integrated effects on citrus yield, fruit quality, root architecture, and soil quality remain insufficiently understood under field conditi...

Reversible database watermarking with consistent virtual primary key synchronization

Existing reversible database watermarking schemes face watermark synchronization issues. These issues arise from inconsistencies in the virtual primary key (VPK) before and after watermark embedding. To address this issue, a synchronization-preserving reversible watermarking sche...

From rhizosphere to gut: microbial drivers of tea flavor and bioactivity

Tea ( Camellia sinensis ) ranks among the most consumed beverages worldwide. Its commercial value rests on a flavor profile defined by umami and astringency, alongside antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and metabolic health benefits 1 . Scholarly attention has long centered on secon...

A new species of Denisiphantes Tu, Li & Rollard, 2005 (Araneae, Linyphiidae) from Yunnan, China

(Schenkel, 1963) (♂♀) are presented. A distribution map is also provided.

Immunomodulatory Effects of Galleria mellonella and Alphitobius diaperinus Protein Digestates Generated Using a Modified INFOGEST Protocol – In Vitro and In Silico Evidence

Abstract Insect-derived peptides have attracted increasing attention due to their potential health-promoting properties. This study investigated peptides released from Galleria mellonella (W) and Alphitobius diaperinus (B) proteins following a modified static INFOGEST protocol. D...

Distinct Nodal Centrality and Connectivity Profiles Underlying Independent and Interdependent Self-Construal: A Graph-Theoretical Resting-State fMRI Study

Background/Objectives: Self-construal—the extent to which the self is construed as autonomous from or connected with others—shapes cognition and social behavior, yet its system-level neural architecture remains poorly understood. This study examined whether independent and interd...

Autogenous force-mediated assembly: A general strategy for constructing single-atom architectures in hierarchical hybrid electrocatalysts

The design of efficient and pH-universal ruthenium (Ru) single-atom catalysts (SACs) remains a pivotal challenge for hydrogen economy systems. Here, inspired by tubular capillary phenomena, a novel approach is introduced—autogenous force-mediated assembly—enabled by a unique asym...

A Preliminary Assessment of Phytoplankton Community Characteristics and Environmental Associations in an Extremely High-Altitude River–Lake Confluence Zone

Phytoplankton are sensitive indicators of environmental change in high-altitude aquatic ecosystems, but their community responses across river–lake confluence zones remain insufficiently understood. We investigated phytoplankton community characteristics and environmental associa...

Development and validation of a scale on exercise risk of university students

This study aims to develop a scale to assess exercise-related risk among university students and to evaluate its reliability and validity. The development of the scale was conducted in two stages. In the first stage, a preliminary version of the scale was formulated based on the...

Entrepreneurship Educators’ Acceptance and Use of Generative Artificial Intelligence

Despite growing interest in generative artificial intelligence within entrepreneurship education, we lack theory-driven explanations of why or for what purpose entrepreneurship educators adopt these tools in their teaching practice. Addressing this gap, we refined understanding o...

Enhanced early warning of extreme river discharge events in the Yangtze River Basin using atmospheric circulation signals

Early warning of extreme river discharge events (ERDEs) is crucial for water resources management and disaster reduction in the Yangtze River Basin (YRB), yet substantial uncertainty remains in their prediction. This study proposes a novel strategy to enhance ERDE early warning b...

How is self-defeating humor associated with perceptions of the physical self? A large-sample resting-state fMRI study

Self-defeating humor (SDH), characterized by self-ridicule to gain social approval, has been consistently linked to the body-image disturbance. However, its neural underpinnings remain poorly understood. The present study investigated the neural mechanisms linking SDH to negative...

Physical Reservoir Computing with Optoelectronic Memristors for Event-Camera

Abstract The asynchronous and sparse event streams output by event cameras pose a significant challenge to traditional computing architectures, whereas physical reservoir computing (RC) systems based on optoelectronic memristors offer an effective solution for realizing efficient...

Controlled-release gel encapsulation: an emerging technology for delivering beneficial microorganisms in sustainable plant disease management

As climate change intensifies, the accelerated spread of plant diseases poses severe threats to global crop production, leading to substantial losses in yield, quality, and economic returns, thereby jeopardizing food security and agricultural sustainability. With increasing aware...

Artificial neural network optimization of multifunctional wool dyeing with Hypericum scabrum using biomordant and metal biomordant binary systems

The growing demand for sustainable textile coloration has increased interest in natural dyes and eco-friendly mordanting strategies capable of imparting multifunctional properties. In this study, wool yarn was dyed with Hypericum scabrum extract under optimized conditions (pH 5,...

Dynamics of emotion-transition networks link brain network variability and affective symptoms

Emotion dynamics are closely linked to psychological health. Although inertia and variability have been linked to affective symptoms, relatively few studies have examined how emotional states are structurally organized and transition from one state to another. Using ecological mo...

Insula Grey Matter Volume Moderates the Relationship Between Emotional Intelligence and Domain‐Specific Creativity

ABSTRACT Emotional intelligence (EI) is linked to enhanced cognitive and social functioning, but its neurostructural correlates and relationship with domain‐specific creative achievement remain poorly understood. This study examined 266 young adults using the Emotional Intelligen...