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Emulsion-Templated Siloxane-Collagen-Surfactant Porous Composite for Footwear Cushioning Applications

Abstract Lightweight elastomeric composites with tunable viscoelastic response are essential for advanced energy-management cushioning applications. However, achieving controlled modulation between damping and elastic recovery remains challenging in silicone-based polymeric syste...

Effects of Tabata-style functional training and cinnamon supplementation on army combat fitness test performance, serum irisin, and body composition in military cadets: a randomized controlled trial

Aim The study aimed to assess the effect of Tabata-style functional training with or without cinnamon supplementation on the performance of the Army Combat Fitness Test (ACFT), serum irisin levels, and body composition in cadets at military academies.Methods In a randomized contr...

Using Aromatic‐Bridge‐Tuned Dimer Acceptors to Harmonize Photoluminescence Quantum Yield and Crystallinity for Organic Solar Cells Exceeding 21% Efficiency

ABSTRACT Suppressing non‐radiative energy loss (Δ E 3 ) by enhancing the photoluminescence quantum yield (PLQY) of active‐layer materials, particularly the acceptor component, is important for achieving high‐performance organic solar cells (OSCs). A key challenge is how to design...

Optimization and thermal-hydraulic performance investigation of hierarchical-tapered manifold microchannel cold plate for chip cooling

Manifold microchannel, as an emerging cooling solution, is of great significance for advancing chip thermal-management technologies. To further improve the comprehensive performance of manifold-microchannel structures, this paper proposes a hierarchical tapered manifold microchan...

CGM-derived disposition index estimates beta cell function in individuals with islet autoimmunity who do not require insulin treatment; changes in the disposition index precede changes identified by CGM metrics 1 year later

Abstract Aims/hypothesis Monitoring of beta cell function in individuals with islet autoimmunity who do not require insulin treatment (preclinical type 1 diabetes) is normally done via OGTTs, posing major challenges given the invasiveness of the test. Here, we validated a disposi...

AI-assisted discovery of an ABCA1/ABCG1 activator for restoring mitophagy and mitigating Alzheimer’s pathology

Abstract Defective mitophagy is a key pathological risk of Alzheimer’s disease (AD), yet available pharmacological agents capable of restoring mitophagy remain clinically limited, largely due to the lack of tools for drug screening and target identification. To address this, we i...

Strength in families: Parental resilience, marital dynamics, and adolescent anxiety and substance use

Abstract Drawing on Luthar’s relational framework of resilience, this study examines how parental resilience operates within marital dynamics to shape adolescent adjustment in Mexican-origin families. Using four waves of data from 604 families (M adolage = 12.41, SD = 0.97; 54.3%...

Preparation of Mixed Matrix Membranes Using Graphitic Carbon Nitride as Solid Cross-Linking Agent for CO2 Separation

Abstract The development of efficient carbon capture technologies, such as membrane separation technology, is of vital importance for achieving carbon neutrality. Mixed matrix membranes (MMMs) integrate the advantages of polymer matrices and inorganic fillers, making them promisi...

Ultrasound-Induced Mechanoluminescence: From Remote Activation to Emerging Photonic and Biomedical Applications

Abstract Mechanoluminescence (ML) has traditionally been understood as a mechanically induced light emission phenomenon activated by direct contact stimuli such as fracture, deformation, or friction. The emergence of ultrasound (US) as a remote, noncontact mechanical excitation s...

Association of inflammatory biomarkers and pericoronary fat attenuation index with coronary functional ischemia in patients with metabolic dysfunction-associated fatty liver disease

Patients with metabolic dysfunction-associated fatty liver disease (MAFLD) and coronary heart disease (CHD) exhibit systemic and coronary inflammation. However, the value of integrating systemic inflammatory biomarkers and the pericoronary fat attenuation index (FAI) for identify...

Optimizing longitudinal follow‐up after hypertensive disorders of pregnancy: A quality improvement initiative

Abstract Objective Hypertensive disorders of pregnancy (HDP) are associated with increased risk for future cardiovascular disease. Guidelines recommend longitudinal follow‐up for cardiovascular risk stratification after pregnancy complicated by HDP; however, adherence to this rec...

Spatio-temporal prediction and macro-level correlates of hand injuries in manufacturing regions: a multi-source data fusion study using graph neural networks and its implications for targeted prevention

Abstract Background Hand injuries impose a heavy burden on manufacturing-intensive regions, yet the spatio-temporal patterns of regional risk and their macro-level correlates remain poorly understood. Most existing studies focus on individual-level risk factors and rely on single...

From Uncertainty to Risk: How Firms Respond in Circular Economy Transitions

ABSTRACT The transition to a circular economy exposes firms to multiple sources of uncertainty, yet existing research largely treats these challenges as barriers rather than drivers of firm behavior. This paper develops a conceptual understanding of how uncertainty is translated...

Niobium‐Based Chalcogenides as Emerging Electrode Materials for Rechargeable Batteries

ABSTRACT Niobium (Nb)‐based transition metal chalcogenides (Nb‐TMCs), including NbS 2 , NbSe 2 , and NbTe 2 , have attracted considerable attention as promising two‐dimensional (2D) materials for rechargeable batteries because of their layered crystal structures, high electrical...

L’intellectuel africain au travers de ses postures politiques. L’engagement et ses évolutions dans le roman francophone subsaharien

C’est contre une lecture galvaudée de l’intellectuel africain, trop souvent ramenée au malaise, à l’impuissance ou à l’échec, que Fabrice Eko Mba construit cet ouvrage. Il replace ces défaites dans...

1200 lines/mm Gold-Coated pulse compression grating for 850–970 nm

The structural parameters and spectral performance of the pulse compression gratings are directly related to the design and output quality of high-power laser systems. In this paper, for the gold-coated gratings applicable to the 850–970 nm wavelength range, the effects of variat...

Cellular and Tissue Mechanisms of Laser-Assisted Regeneration of Tympanic Membrane Perforation

Chronic tympanic membrane (TM) perforations remain a significant clinical problem due to limited spontaneous healing and the drawbacks of surgical interventions. The present study aimed to evaluate the effects of low-intensity infrared laser irradiation on cellular mechanisms of...

A fire–evacuation coupled modeling and passenger behavior analysis in high-speed train carriages under the dynamic effect of fire

The interior of high-speed train carriages is enclosed, narrow, and elongated, which significantly deteriorates evacuation conditions during a fire. High temperature, reduced visibility, and carbon monoxide (CO) exposure can severely affect evacuation efficiency. This study propo...

Exploring a child's representations of the sea through drawings and narratives

Early engagement with marine sustainability in early childhood education and care (ECEC) can nurture ethical awareness, shared responsibility and a sense of ecological belonging. ECEC settings offer spaces where children explore environmental questions and begin to see themselves...

A Switchable Dual‐Mode Janus Composite for All‐Weather Passive Radiative Cooling and Solar‐Joule Heating in Energy‐Efficient Buildings

ABSTRACT Adaptive thermal regulation across diurnal and seasonal cycles remains a critical challenge for energy‐efficient buildings. A switchable dual‐mode Janus‐structured composite is developed by integrating a polyoxymethylene fiber/acrylate resin/BaSO 4 aerogel cooling layer...