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Carbonate-Based Crosslinked Composite Electrolytes Reinforced with Silica Nanofiber Membrane

Abstract A crosslinked carbonate-based composite electrolyte incorporating an electrospun silica nanofiber (SNF) membrane was developed for Li batteries. Compared with the SPE, the resulting SNF-CPE exhibited higher ionic conductivity and improved mechanical properties. The Li|SN...

Neural Network-Based Fixed-Time Control for Flexible Two-link Manipulators with State Constraints and Input Deadzone

Abstract Addressing the inherent low stiffness of flexible manipulators, existing control schemes often face an intrinsic contradiction where rapid convergence leads to increased vibration amplitudes, making it challenging to achieve high-precision trajectory tracking while effec...

Mapping Teachers’ Environmental Attitude, Engagement, and Education Practices in South Sudanese Schools

This study examines the relationship between teachers’ level of environmentalism and their pedagogical practices across South Sudan, using a survey conducted among 254 primary school teachers in the Yei and Juba counties of Central Equatoria State, South Sudan. Through a statisti...

Mongolian Tsam Masks: Form, Symbolism, and Transformation

Abstract Mongolian tsam masks represent an important component of Vajrayana Buddhist ritual culture and visual heritage. Historically, these masks functioned as sacred ritual objects that embodied religious symbolism and played a central role in tsam performances. Despite their c...

Long-term Clinical Outcomes of Autologous Non-activated Platelet-rich Plasma (A-PRP) Delivered Through Mechanical and Controlled Infiltration in Male and Female Androgenetic Alopecia: A 10-year Prospective Randomized Evaluator-blinded Study

BACKGROUND: Androgenetic alopecia (AGA) is the most common cause of progressive hair loss in men and women and is associated with significant psychosocial distress. Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) is a regenerative therapy that stimulates follicular activity, angiogenesis, and dermal...

Digital Twin-Enabled Intelligent Stability Management in Ultra-Precision Machining

Abstract Ultra‑precision machining (UPM) is essential for producing components with sub‑micron accuracy and superior surface finish, yet its industrial adoption is constrained by low efficiency, complex stability management, and insufficient intelligent monitoring. To address the...

Recommendations for the Prevention of Respiratory Syncytial Virus Disease in Infants and Children: Technical Report

This technical report accompanies the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) policy statement (https://doi.org/10.1542/peds.2026-079047) and recommendations for respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) immunization during the 2026-2027 RSV season. The rationale is presented for recommendi...

A robust combined M-estimator for the negative binomial model

Abstract Robust inference for overdispersed count data is crucial in applications where outliers may substantially distort classical likelihood-based estimation of both the mean and dispersion. We develop robust estimation procedures for independent and identically distributed ne...

A narrative review of epidemiology risk factors and health system responses to hypertension in low and middle income countries between 2015 and 2025

Abstract Hypertension continues to be a leading factor in cardiovascular morbidity and mortality worldwide. This narrative review synthesises evidence from 2015 to 2025 on the epidemiology, risk factors, and health system responses to hypertension across LMICs. The results show t...

Developing hydrophobic patterned composite membranes for synchronous water and heat recovery to reduce CO2 capture energy demand

Abstract Simultaneous recovery of waste heat and water from stripped gas streams in CO 2 chemical absorption is vital for lowering energy penalties. This study reports a novel class of wettability patterned ceramic membranes fabricated via spray-coating commercial hydrophilic sub...

Alles Unter Einem Dach

Abstract Im Jahr 2015 beschlossen Bund und Wissenschaftsrat die Förderung der Errichtung eines Forschungsbaus für das Deutsche Dokumentationszentrum für Kunstgeschichte – Bildarchiv Foto Marburg (DDK). 2025 konnte das Gebäude bezogen werden. Der folgende Text berichtet über die V...

Variation in the Brachial Plexus in Midwestern American Donor Bodies

Background/Objectives: The brachial plexus is a complex network of nerves responsible for the sensory and motor functions of the upper limbs. While extensively studied, the typical configuration taught only sometimes matches what is found in individuals, as numerous variations ha...

Unlocking undergraduate access to higher education: Recognition of prior learning in South Africa

Abstract This research note presents the University of the Western Cape’s Portfolio Development Hybrid Programme (PDHP) as a nationally recognised, pedagogically grounded model of recognition of prior learning (RPL) for undergraduate access in South Africa. Designed to enable adu...

Dynamic Sliding Behavior of Sand-Filled Rock Joints Under Impact Loading: Evolution of Particle-Size Effects

Blocky-rock masses are prone to dynamic slip along sand-filled joints under impact disturbance. The constraint normal to the joint and the size of the infill particles jointly influence their stability. To determine how axial load and particle-size affect dynamic slip, this study...

Human-like memory empowers embodied robots for long-term object navigation

Abstract Effortless object finding by humans, even in cluttered or unseen environments, relies on the seamless integration of perception, memory, and contextual inference. In contrast, embodied robots operating under egocentric perception and partial observability frequently stru...

Establishing a First-Feeding Protocol for the Larviculture of the Neotropical Catfish Pseudopimelodus atricaudus

The development of first-feeding protocols is a critical step in the domestication of native fish species for aquaculture. This study aimed to evaluate the first-feeding management of Pseudopimelodus atricaudus, a Neotropical catfish with aquaculture potential, using four prey ty...

Performatives presume speaker knowledge

Abstract Performatives are declarative sentences where their use by a speaker enables the speaker to perform an additional action. This paper argues that performativity requires knowledge. The speaker must know what they say to perform the additional action. The significance of t...

Elevational Patterns of Avian Community Diversity in the Daba Mountains and Their Underlying Drivers

Mountain ecosystems serve as natural laboratories for studying biodiversity distribution along elevational gradients. This study was conducted at Hualongshan National Nature Reserve in the Daba Mountains, Shaanxi Province, using line transect surveys, mist-netting, and passive ac...

Innovating from within: How does intrapreneurship influence the performance of public institution employees?

Purpose This study aims to analyze how intrapreneurship influences commitment to work, employee satisfaction, innovative behaviour and employee performance in public organizations. Design/methodology/approach To develop this study, a structured questionnaire was applied to a samp...

A contrastive learning framework with HuBERT for violin music emotion recognition

Music emotion recognition (MER) is essential for affective computing and intelligent recommendation, yet solo instrumental music—particularly violin performance—remains underexplored due to the absence of lyrics, the subtlety of emotional expression, and the lack of dedicated dat...