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Political Economy of Manchesterism

ABSTRACT This paper presents an intellectual history of Manchesterism. It explains the ruling ideas that have shaped the recent development of Greater Manchester and critically assesses their application. It pays particular attention to the evolution of inequality in Greater Manc...

Refining Selectivityof Branched CAMPs through Modulationof Hydrophobic–Hydrophilic Balance by Incorporation of N-Terminalω- Amino Acid Residues

Abstract High selectivity for pathogenic strains over mammalian host cells is a fundamental prerequisite for an antimicrobial therapeutic. Hydrophobic–hydrophilic balance has been a cornerstone for modulating AMP performance. Here, we have refined the selectivity of 2BWWR-7dL by...

Novel N -PhenylphthalimideDerivatives as Protoporphyrinogen IX Oxidase-Targeted Inhibitor Herbicides

Abstract The use of herbicides represents one of the effective weed management strategies. To create high-efficiency, low-risk protoporphyrinogen IX oxidase (PPO)-targeted herbicides, a set of novel N-phenylphthalimides bearing 1,3,4-oxadiazole and acylhydrazide fragments was des...

Modeling and Forecasting Influenza Outbreaks: A Robust Laplace-ARDL Framework vs. Deep Learning LSTM for Epidemiological Surveillance

Accurate forecasts of seasonal influenza are imperative to successfully manage public health resources. However, epidemiological time series data often show significant spiky volatility along with heavy-tailed distributions that do not satisfy the normality assumption required by...

Prediction of Sugarcane Yield Using Remote Sensing and Soil Mineralogy Data

Abstract Early yield estimation is essential for agricultural planning, localized management and decision-making in commercial areas, especially in view of the high spatial variability of sugarcane fields. However, traditional estimation methods are generally destructive, costly,...

A Reversible BSL-2 Operational Platform forAdvanced Synchrotron Studies of Biological Samples

Abstract The application of advanced synchrotron techniques to biological systems is frequently constrained by the limited availability of biosafety-compliant experimental environments, as most beamlines and shared research laboratories were not originally designed to operate und...

What Could ‘Manchesterism’ Mean?: Infrastructural Citizenship for Civic Renewal

ABSTRACT Local infrastrucutre is a lens through which citizens materially experience the actions of the state. Drawing on the concept of 'infrastructural citizenship', this paper explores how shared spaces can shift from sources of alienation to catalysts for trust. To anchor the...

Physical and electrochemical characterization of different ternary PtAuNi/MWCNT-N electrocatalysts for DMFC application

Over the years, researchers have observed the importance of developing efficient and durable electrocatalysts for direct methanol fuel cell (DMFC) applications. This study develops ternary PtAuNi/MWCNT-N catalysts, by varying gold concentration as 0%, 50% and 100%. The physicoche...

In-Plane Shear Behavior of Masonry Walls Strengthened with High-Ductility Concrete and Steel Connectors

This study investigates the influence of high-ductility concrete (HDC) strengthening configurations and steel connector positions on the in-plane shear performance of masonry walls in a retrofit scenario where the external masonry facade is retained while the original masonry wal...

Cobamide Fingerprinting Reveals Nutritional Diversity of Vitamin B12 in Edible Shellfish

In edible shellfish, vitamin B12 content has traditionally been evaluated based on total content; however, recent studies reveal substantial diversity in corrinoid composition among species. This review integrates molecular and ecological perspectives to reassess vitamin B12 leve...

Online-Channel Introduction and Residual-Capacity-Based Differentiated Pricing in Spent Power-Battery Recycling

This study investigates the effects of introducing a manufacturer-operated online recycling channel (hereafter “online channel”) and adopting a residual-capacity-based differentiated-pricing strategy in spent power-battery recycling. We develop a manufacturer-led Stackelberg game...

Q-Chain Analux: Quantum Resistant Cryptography Through the ADKI-512 Hybrid Key Identity

This whitepaper proposes the theoretical framework for the Analux network built off of the Solana network, which aims to eliminate the risk of Cryptographically Relevant Quantum Computers being used by malicious actors to enact fraudulent activities such as discerning a private k...

Babylonian Base-60: Superior Arithmetic, Exact Division, and Lasting Links to Time and Geometry — E8 Intelligence Research

FINDING: Babylonian base-60 (sexagesimal) system enabled superior rational arithmetic and exact division, with direct links to time measurement and geometric ratios. MATH: - Base 60 has divisors: 1,2,3,4,5,6,10,12,15,20,30,60 → allows exact representation of fractions with denomi...

A Taste of Home: Discovering South African Rusks and Desserts

Discover the taste of South Africa with crunchy South African Rusk, Mandy’s Bran Rusks, creamy Milk Tart, indulgent Malva Pudding, and refreshing Mini Peppermint Crisp Tart—traditional treats perfect for sharing, celebrating, and enjoying a comforting taste of home.

Suffering, Trauma, and Relational Integration: Re-Envisioning Spiritual Care and Psychoanalysis in a Decolonial Age

Spiritual care is summoned by suffering—by ‘wounds’ that are psychological, relational, spiritual, embodied, and political at once. As disciplines continue to be entrenched and siloed amidst the growing sociopolitical tensions and global crises in a decolonial age, what is at sta...

Alzheimer’s Disease Detection Using Combined EEG Source Connectivity and Microstate Features

Background/Objectives: Electroencephalography (EEG) connectivity and microstate analysis have shown great potential for Alzheimer’s disease (AD) diagnosis; however, their clinical application remains limited by the low spatial resolution of EEG and the lack of standardized micros...

An Adaptive Energy and Charging-Aware Routing Protocol for Electric Vehicles in the Internet of Vehicles

Electric vehicles are emerging as a sustainable alternative to conventional transportation. However, route planning in Internet of Vehicles environments remains challenging because conventional routing algorithms based on travel distance or time do not adequately consider electri...

Moderate aortic stenosis identified during intensive care admission for a non-cardiac primary diagnosis and 90-day mortality: a retrospective cohort study using the MIMIC-IV echocardiography database

Abstract Background Moderate aortic stenosis is associated with reduced survival in ambulatory cardiology populations, but its prognostic significance when identified during an intensive care admission for a non-cardiac primary diagnosis is unknown. We examined its association wi...

Developmentof Noval, Recyclable, and Tunable ArylImidazolium Salts with a Dual Brønsted–Lewis Acid Characteras Catalysts for the Copper(I)-Catalyzed Azide–Alkyne CycloadditionReaction (CuAAC)

Abstract The development of novel aryl imidazolium salts (ISs) with dual Brønsted–Lewis acid character represents a significant advancement in the field of green chemistry and catalysis. These imidazolium salts serve as efficient catalysts for the copper(I)-catalyzed azide–alkyne...

Easy come, easy go: non‐compliance, overwithholding and income tax revenue in Germany

Abstract This paper examines tax non‐compliance among individuals in Germany who were legally required to file a tax return but failed to do so. Using administrative tax data and simulation‐based analysis, we quantify the financial implications of non‐compliance for approximately...