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Corrosion Behavior of Stainless Steels and Superalloys at 800°C and 900°C in an Oxidizing Environment

ABSTRACT Cement pre‐heaters and calciners suffer extreme degradation in harsh environments. This study presents high‐temperature corrosion behavior of 22 alloys from stainless steels to Ni‐based superalloys, at 800°C and 900°C. Using simulated flue‐gas with KCl and K 2 SO 4 salts...

Integrated LC-DAD-QToF-MS Characterization and Quantitative Profiling of Polyphenolic Metabolites in Idesia polycarpa

Idesia polycarpa, a dioecious tree distributed in East Asia, is known for its pharmacologically relevant secondary metabolites. In this study, a comprehensive phytochemical investigation was conducted to characterize and quantify the major polyphenolic metabolites across differen...

Advanced detection technologies for economically motivated food adulteration: a narrative review

Purpose The purpose of this narrative review is to provide a critical comparative assessment of the advanced analytical technologies for the detection of economically motivated adulteration (EMA), highlighting their applications, strengths, limitations and regulatory relevance ac...

Predictive Line-of-Sight Geometry Compatibility in High-Rate GNSS: Formulation, Validity, and Causal Limits

High-rate Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) measurements can resolve dynamic motion, but detecting a spectral component does not identify its physical source. This study formulates Predictive Geometry-Normalized Structural Compatibility (PGNSC) as a post-detection, single...

Study on friction characteristics at the rolling interface under vertical-horizontal coupled vibration of rolling mill systems based on dynamic rolling force

This study addresses the limitations of conventional steady-state rolling models in characterizing metal flow dynamics and force-energy parameters at the rolling interface under vertical-horizontal coupled roll vibrations. Based on the principle of mass conservation, a three-dime...

Lifetime assessment and failure rate characterization of hard disk drives using large-scale data

As an indispensable modern electronic device, the hard disk drive (HDD) has been hyped with life as long as 2.5 million h, equivalent to about 285 years. However, drive failure occurs in our everyday use, casting big doubts on these claims. By analyzing a large amount of drive fa...

Pregnancy establishment in cattle without embryonic interferon tau

In ruminants, embryonic interferon tau (IFNT) is widely considered the indispensable signal for maternal recognition of pregnancy, driving endometrial gene expression to prevent luteolysis. However, this canonical paradigm has never been directly tested using genomic loss-of-func...

Accession-associated metabolomic variation in wild type Arabidopsis thaliana under control and heat shock conditions

Abstract Arabidopsis thaliana exhibits extensive natural variation, raising questions about the generalization of stress-response studies performed in single accessions. This issue is particularly relevant for metabolomic analyses, where accession-specific baselines may influence...

Real-world analytical and diagnostic evaluation of the Abbott i-STAT Alinity point-of-care high-sensitivity troponin I assay in a UK emergency department

Background: High-sensitivity cardiac troponin (hs-cTn) testing is central to emergency department assessment of suspected acute coronary syndrome. Point-of-care hs-cTn testing may reduce turnaround time, but local analytical and clinical evaluation is required before implementati...

Insights into HIF Prolyl Hydroxylase Inhibitors: Recent Advances and Expanding Therapeutic Applications beyond Anemia

Abstract Oxygen homeostasis is fundamental to cellular and organismal physiology and is primarily governed by the hypoxia-inducible factor (HIF) signaling pathway. Within this pathway, prolyl hydroxylase domain enzymes (PHDs) serve as a key oxygen sensor that regulates HIF-α stab...

Egyptian Exporters Under the Lens: Uncovering Competitiveness Challenges

Abstract This paper examines the determinants of export participation among Egyptian manufacturing firms using the 2020/21 Egyptian Industrial Firm Behavior Survey (EIFBS). Against the backdrop of Egypt’s persistent export underperformance and limited upgrading in manufacturing e...

Knowledge Management Framework for Knowledge Ecosystems: A Science‐Based Design Approach in High‐Reliability Organizations

ABSTRACT This study examines knowledge management (KM) within ecosystems, focusing on inter‐organizational collaboration in contexts requiring high reliability. Anchored in a Science‐Based Design approach, it bridges theoretical insights and practical applications. The research i...

A Recyclable Coconut‐Shell‐Carbon‐Based Photocatalyst for Robust Antimicrobial Activity and Enhanced Wound Repair

ABSTRACT Acinetobacter baumannii ( A. baumannii ) is a notorious nosocomial pathogen for its extensive drug resistance and adaptability. This study developed a novel heterojunction photocatalyst (PC), PTQ10‐SY1, supported on coconut shell charcoal (CSC), a carbon material derived...

Interactive Effects of Planting Density and Nitrogen Rate on Maize Root Architecture, Soil Nitrogen Cycling, and Water and Nitrogen Use Efficiencies

Optimizing planting density and nitrogen (N) application is essential for sustaining maize yield while reducing water use and N inputs. However, their interactive effects on belowground root development and the soil N environment remain poorly understood. A two-year field experim...

Perception of Special Needs Dentistry Amongst Allied Dental Professionals in Australia

OBJECTIVE: In Australia, Dental Therapists (DTs), Dental Hygienists (DHs) and Oral Health Therapists (OHTs) encounter Special Needs (SN) patients in their clinical practice. This study investigates their perception, training, working experience and referral patterns within Specia...

Modulatory Effect of Postbiotic Substances (Enterocins-like) on T-Cell-Mediated Immune Response in Trichinella spiralis-Infected Mice

Postbiotic substances produced by beneficial/probiotic strains can modulate host immunity and confer health benefits. This study evaluated immunomodulatory and antiparasitic effects of the postbiotics Enterocin M and Durancin-like, as well as their producing bacteria in mice expe...

Performing Neurotypicality: A Concept Explication of Autistic Masking as Strategic Identity Communication

Autistic masking, defined as the suppression of natural behaviors and performance of neurotypical communication patterns, is increasingly recognized as prevalent and psychologically costly. However, research reflects diverse terminological and theoretical approaches, as well as v...

Digital Archives of Feelings: Rethinking cultural memory and humanistic spirit through visual design

This article argues that as digitalisation and artificial intelligence become increasingly embedded in design practice, the preservation of cultural memory is shifting from physical spaces to digital environments structured by data and algorithms. While these technological transf...

Glue-on tri-axial accelerometers code for different behaviours in Eurasian otters (Lutra lutra)

Abstract Characterising the daily behavioural activity of a species is essential for understanding its biology and interactions within the ecosystem. Behavioural activities can be inferred from accelerometers that measure body posture and movement-based proxies for energy expendi...

Histopathological Patterns in Drug-Induced Liver Injury

Histopathological Patterns in Drug-Induced Liver Injury: Analysis of 63 CasesABSTRACTObjective: This study aimed to evaluate the histopathological findings and injury patterns in liver biopsies from patients with suspected drug-induced liver injury (DILI).Materials and Methods: S...