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Ethanol Aqueous Solution Annealed Faba Bean Starch/Pea Protein Composite Films: Physicochemical Characterization and the Anti-Retrogradation Effect on Rice Cakes
1 Introduction Based on the mounting global emphasis on sustainable development and eco-friendly packaging materials, biodegradable films derived from renewable resources have garnered considerable attention in the field of food packaging. Specifically, biopolymers such as polylactic acid and polyhydroxyalkanoates have seen increasing application across European and American markets for various food products (Swetha et al. 2023).
Beyond lipids: a precision prevention blueprint for China's residual risk
Abstract Despite achieving guideline-recommended lipid levels, patients with atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease (ASCVD) retain substantial residual risk arising from heterogeneous biological pathways, including persistent inflammation and genetically determined atherogenic susceptibility.
Antigen-presenting neutrophils link streptococcal infection to adaptive immune activation in guttate psoriasis
Guttate psoriasis (GP) is a distinct clinical variant of psoriasis characterized by the abrupt eruption of numerous small erythematous plaques, frequently occurring after streptococcal pharyngitis.1 Although the association between Group A Streptococcus (GAS) infection and GP onset has long been recognized, the mechanistic connection between infection and psoriatic inflammation has remained incompletely defined. In a recent issue of eBioMedicine, Padhi et al.
Ubenimex synergizes with the PD-L1 blockade in gastric cancer by competitively binding LAP3 with UBE3A - Cell Death & Disease
Abstract Immune checkpoint inhibitors (ICIs), particularly PD-1/PD-L1 blockade, represent a cornerstone of treatment for advanced gastric cancer (GC). However, their clinical efficacy is hampered by low response rates and the development of both primary and acquired resistance, underscoring the need for innovative combination therapies.
Challenge or catalyst? How employees’ artificial intelligence awareness affects their innovative behaviour in the workplace
Integrating artificial intelligence (AI) into an organisation creates changes in daily routines and processes, which upsets users’ comfort zones and brings about AI awareness. At the same time, the human-centered AI (HCAI) agenda emphasises placing users at the centre of AI development and calls for closer attention to how AI-enabled systems affect people’s experiences, work, and well-being.
Frontiers | The effects of short video app-guided loving-kindness meditation on interpersonal mindfulness, empathy, collaboration, affect, and workplace well-being among working professionals
1 Introduction In contemporary organizational environments, employees face escalating emotional, cognitive, and interpersonal demands. The fast-paced, digitalized nature of work—characterized by information overload, continuous multitasking, and blurred boundaries between professional and personal life—has contributed to growing levels of stress, emotional fatigue, and social disconnection, as demonstrated in recent occupational health studies by Sonnentag and Fritz (1).
Mie theory-based calculation of pumping enhancing and nano-lasing abilities for a single dielectric sphere
To conquer ohmic losses and enhance pump absorption efficiency of a nanolaser, we theoretically calculate Mie coefficients of a single dielectric sphere and obtain negative effective permittivity and permeability simultaneously at frequencies around 153 THz under a plane wave excitation with the expected negative Goos-Hänchen effect, thus promoting the pump absorption efficiency in a laser system.
Strain energy-based gear mesh stiffness modeling and synthetic data generation for AI-driven fault diagnosis in smart manufacturing
1 Introduction In the era of Smart Manufacturing and Industry 4.0, the primary objective is to comprehensively optimize production processes, aiming for exceptional automation, efficiency, and reliability. To achieve this goal, Artificial Intelligence (AI) and the Internet of Things (IoT) have emerged as pioneering technologies, offering the capability to collect and analyze real-time data, thereby enabling intelligent decision-making (Gauder et al., 2023).
Unlocking the synergistic effects of gradient engineering, Mg doping, and in situ Li conductive coating for high-performance Ni-rich LiNi0.92Co0.04Mn0.04O2 cathode materials
Unlocking the synergistic effects of gradient engineering, Mg doping, and in situ Li conductive coating for high-performance Ni-rich LiNi0.92Co0.04Mn0.04O2 cathode materials† A Ni-rich, Co-less NCM cathode with a concentration gradient structure, featuring Ni enrichment at the core and Mn at the surface, offers a promising balance of high energy density and cost-effectiveness.
Performance Analysis of MIMO Network Control System With Limited Capacity Queue System Under Packet Loss
Conflicts of Interest The authors declare no conflicts of interest. References 1, , , and , “Performance Analysis of MIMO Information Time-Delay Systems With Message Queue Under Multiple Communication Parameters,” IEEE Transactions on Systems, Man, and Cybernetics: Systems 54, no. 1 (2024): 88–96, https://doi.org/10.1109/TSMC.2023.3304310.
Evolutionary Game-Based Regulatory Strategy Optimization for Information Transmission Prices in Integrated Energy Systems
1. Introduction As the pressing challenges of global warming and energy crises become increasingly apparent, distributed renewable energies, such as wind and photovoltaic power, have emerged as crucial countermeasures [1,2]. Integrated Energy Systems (IESs) are widely recognized for their ability to seamlessly integrate and enhance both distributed renewable energy and conventional energy infrastructures.
Optimizing Sn Doping in Zn4Sb3 Thin Films: Insights into Processing and Electrical Performance
β-Zn4Sb3 is a promising thermoelectric material due to its environmental friendliness and suitability for mid-temperature applications. However, maintaining its pure β-phase during fabrication remains a significant challenge, as phase instabilities often degrade its thermoelectric performance. Here, we demonstrate the successful optimization of β-Zn4Sb3 thin films through controlled Sn doping using ion beam-assisted deposition.
Rational Molecular Design of Indeno[1,2‐b]quinoxaline‐Based Passivators with Multifunctional Groups to Effectively Retard Recombination and Enhance Voc in Perovskite Solar Cells
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Stabilizing perovskite quantum dot oxygen sensors through ultra-long 2 mm horizontally aligned nanopores in anodic alumina oxide templates
Stabilizing perovskite quantum dot oxygen sensors through ultra-long 2 mm horizontally aligned nanopores in anodic alumina oxide templates† Perovskite quantum dots (PQDs) have attracted significant attention as fluorescent oxygen gas sensors due to their exceptional optical and electronic properties. However, their application is hindered by stability challenges in oxygen-rich environments, particularly under UV-light exposure and oxidative conditions.
Ultrahigh energy storage in multilayer BiFeO3-BaTiO3-NaTaO3 relaxor ferroelectric ceramics
Ultrahigh energy storage in multilayer BiFeO3–BaTiO3–NaTaO3 relaxor ferroelectric ceramics† The rising challenge of high-density electric energy storage has accelerated the research of electric energy-storage capacitors due to their high power density and voltage resistance, excellent temperature stability, and environmental friendliness. However, lead-free ferroelectric capacitors generally have a low discharge energy density.
£35pp-Lunch & champagne overlooking London's Tower Bridge
London Le Pont de la Tour Why We Love This Deal Le Pont de la Tour is a riverside restaurant offering its visitors traditional—yet innovative—French cuisine. The restaurant's décor emulates 1930s Parisian chic, despite overlooking one of London's most iconic landmarks, Tower Bridge. Visit for a 3-course meal and instead of a glass of prosecco, Travelzoo members will get a glass of champagne with their lunch. The members-only price is £35 per person.
Assessing High School Students’ Chemical Thinking Using an Essential Questions-Perspective Framework
Assessing High School Students’ Chemical Thinking Using an Essential Questions-Perspective Framework Chemical thinking is widely acknowledged as a core competency that students should develop in the context of school chemistry. This study aims to develop a measurement instrument to assess students’ chemical thinking.
Femtosecond laser etching of Li1.5Al0.5Ge1.5(PO4)3 glass using the Bessel beam
Surface textured materials can exhibit enhanced properties due to their unique morphology, large surface area, and modified surface properties. The laser etching process has garnered significant attention for its capability to create textures on sample surfaces, resulting in a substantial improvement of surface properties. In this study, we investigate the application of femtosecond laser etching on solid electrolytes.
Highly stable LiTa2PO8-based hybrid solid electrolytes via the in situ interfacial formation technique for solid-state lithium-metal batteries
Highly stable LiTa2PO8-based hybrid solid electrolytes via the in situ interfacial formation technique for solid-state lithium-metal batteries† Solid-state lithium metal batteries (SSLMBs) that incorporate composite polymer electrolytes have gained significant attention as potential replacements for liquid electrolytes (LEs) in lithium metal batteries (LMBs) due to their exceptional safety, outstanding energy storage performance, and remarkable stability even under high temperature conditions.
Configuration-entropy effects on BiFeO3-BaTiO3 relaxor ferroelectric ceramics for high-density energy storage
Configuration-entropy effects on BiFeO3–BaTiO3 relaxor ferroelectric ceramics for high-density energy storage† High energy-storage capability and electric breakdown strength are critical elements in next-generation pulse-power dielectric capacitors. In this report, perovskite (Bi0.7Ba0.3)1−xNax(Fe0.7Ti0.3)1−xTaxO3 relaxor ferroelectric ceramics (x = 0–0.3) were tailored in terms of configuration entropy from a medium entropy of 1.21R to a high entropy of 2.07R to improve energy storage.
Development and evaluation of CrAlAgN self-lubricating coatings for high temperature metal forming dies
Topics Tribology, Ceramic materials, Materials degradation, Materials forming, Scanning electron microscopy, Magnetron sputtering, Thin film deposition, Transmission electron microscopy, Nanocomposites Die failure in the metal forming industry results in substantial losses of energy and money.
Effect of silicon content on the corrosion behaviors of CrAlSiN thin films deposited by magnetron co-sputtering
Topics Corrosion, Electrochemical impedance spectroscopy, Sputter deposition, Thin films, Transmission electron microscopy, X-ray diffraction, Potentiodynamic polarization The physical vapor deposition (PVD) techniques have been widely used in surface engineering technology to fabricate transition metal nitride coatings.1 The binary transition metal nitride coating, such as CrN, has been successfully developed as a protective layer on plastic molding and forming die applications due to its...
Dicyclopentadithienothiophene-based non-fullerene acceptors for ternary blend organic photovoltaics
Dicyclopentadithienothiophene-based non-fullerene acceptors for ternary blend organic photovoltaics† The ternary strategy can be used to optimize the light harvesting, energy level alignment, and blend morphology of organic photovoltaics (OPVs).
Brain tumor segmentation using U-Net in conjunction with EfficientNet
According to the Ten Leading Causes of Death Statistics Report by the Ministry of Health and Welfare in 2021 (Chiu et al., 2021), cancer ranks as the leading cause of death nationwide. Among them, pleomorphic glioblastoma, also known as multiple morphologic glioblastoma, is a common brain cancer. This tumor can be categorized into lower-grade glioma and higher-grade glioma.
A simple method for improving the tensile strength of fused filament fabrication part - The International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology
Abstract Fused filament fabrication (FFF) is an additive manufacturing process that uses a continuous filament of a thermoplastic material. The FFF is able to fabricate physical models with sophisticated geometries. Unfortunately, the mechanical property of the fabricated physical models is limited. Therefore, this drawback will limit the application of the fabricated physical models made by FFF.
The Adoption Intentions of Wearable Technology for Construction Safety
5.3. Effective Combinations from PLS-SEM and fsQCA The joint analyses from PLS-SEM and fsQCA render insightful references into the effective combinations of the factors in predicting the adoption intentions of WTs for construction safety. The following discussions focus on the detailed combinations for each WT. In Study T, three causal configurations with high consistency (above 0.90) that contribute to the adoption intentions of wearable sensor tags have been reported.
Manual acupuncture at LI11, local points, and both for KOA
Introduction Knee osteoarthritis (KOA) is one of the most common chronic degenerative joint diseases, characterized by pain and dysfunction of the affected joint. Globally, the population of patients with KOA increased in the past 20 years, up to 2019, more than 350 million patients have been affected by KOA,1 leading to a great burden on health system.
Process parameters optimization of rotary friction welding of polylactic acid-containing glass fiber and polylactic acid-containing carbon fiber using the Taguchi method - The International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology
Abstract In practice, the fused deposition modeling technique is widely used for producing various plastic functional components in the research and development stage. In particular, adhesive bonding is capable of bonding dissimilar materials quickly. However, the bonding strength is affected by human factors. In addition, bolts are also used to bond small 3D printed parts for making a large 3D physical model. However, this locking method is not resistant to vibration.
Vacuum-deposited organic photodetectors utilizing non-fullerene acceptors for enhanced detectivity in the green visible light spectrum
Vacuum-deposited organic photodetectors utilizing non-fullerene acceptors for enhanced detectivity in the green visible light spectrum† Boron subphthalocyanine (SubPc) is a small molecule active material that absorbs visible light efficiently at wavelengths ranging from 500 to 600 nm. Recent studies have demonstrated that blending SubPc and C60 (fullerene) as the active layer in organic photodetectors (OPDs) results in a high dark current and decreases detectivity.
Influence of methane flow ratios on the structural and mechanical properties of Ti-doped diamond-like carbon films - The International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology
Abstract Diamond-like carbon films with Ti dopant (Ti-DLC) are synthesized by reactive magnetron sputtering using a pure Ti metal target. This study determines the effect of methane flow ratios (Rm=CH4/(Ar + CH4), ranging from 4 to 12%) on the surface morphology, microstructure, mechanical properties, and cermet cutting tool insert features of Ti-DLC films. The GIXRD diffraction spectrum for Ti-DLC film depicts an amorphous structure.
Optimization of removal process parameters of polyvinyl butyral cooling channel in rapid silicone rubber molds using the Taguchi method - The International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology
Abstract In practice, the cooling channel (CC) is commonly used in the injection molding (IM) because the cooling is an important stage in the IM process. Traditionally, the acetone solution is widely used to remove CC inside the rapid tool. However, it is harmful to the operator and not environmentally friendly and ecological method. Besides, the conventional method of removing polyvinyl butyral (PVB) CC inside the silicone rubber mold (SRM) depends on trial-and-error approach in the laboratory.
Transparent organic photovoltaics with a tungsten oxide buffer layer fabricated by nanosecond laser processing for color-neutral performance
Transparent organic photovoltaics with a tungsten oxide buffer layer fabricated by nanosecond laser processing for color-neutral performance† I-Sheng Hsu, a Chih-Chien Lee,*a Abdul Khalik Akbar, b Kasimayan Uma b and Shun-Wei Liu *bc Abstract Transparent photovoltaics (TPVs) have become a vital research area in recent years due to their potential applications in see-through surfaces such as windows, building facades, and mobile electronics.
Editorial: Mindfulness in internet and new media
In the rapidly evolving landscape of the digital age, our relationship with the internet and new media has become more intertwined than ever before. We find ourselves immersed in a virtual world, constantly bombarded by information, and connected to a global network of individuals. This Research Topic, “Mindfulness in internet and new media,” explores the complex interplay between our digital lives and the practice of mindfulness.
Development of revised ResNet-50 for diabetic retinopathy detection - BMC Bioinformatics
This study proposes two approaches to designing the DR grading system: a standard operation procedure (SOP) for preprocessing the fundus image, and a revised structure of ResNet-50, which is described in the following subsection. Finally, this DR grading system is implemented in a website, to allow users to check a fundus image by themselves. Figure 7 shows the flowchart of the proposed DR grading system.
Optical fluorescent sensor based on perovskite QDs for nitric oxide gas detection
Abstract In this paper, a new, to the best of our knowledge, optical fluorescent sensor for the sensing of nitric oxide (NO) gas is developed. The optical NO sensor based on ${\rm{CsPbB}}{{\rm{r}}_3}$ perovskite quantum dots (PQDs) is coated on the surface of filter paper. The ${\rm{CsPbB}}{{\rm{r}}_3}$ PQD sensing material can be excited with a UV LED of a central wavelength at 380 nm, and the optical sensor has been tested in regard to monitoring different NO concentrations from 0–1000 ppm.
Developing efficient small molecule-based organic photo-couplers by optimizing the cathode interfacial layer in the photodetector
Developing efficient small molecule-based organic photo-couplers by optimizing the cathode interfacial layer in the photodetector† Richie Estrada, ‡ab Dian Luo, ‡bc Chih-Chien Lee,a Johan Iskandar, ‡ab Sajal Biring,be Nurul Ridho Al Amin, ab Abdul Khalik Akbar, b Chih-Hsin Chen, d Chang-Wei Yu,b Tran My Dung Phamb and Shun-Wei Liu *be Abstract An organic photo-coupler (OPC) is one of the optoelectronic devices that is packaged face-to-face with electrically isolated input and output components.
Chemometric-guided chemical marker selection: A case study of the heat-clearing herb Scrophularia ningpoensis
1The School of Chinese Medicine for Post Baccalaureate, I-Shou University, Kaohsiung, Taiwan 2Cornucopia Traditional Medicine Clinic, Tainan, Taiwan 3Department of Chinese Medicine, Sin-Lau Hospital, Tainan, Taiwan 4Department of Medical Research, E-Da Hospital, I-Shou University, Kaohsiung, Taiwan 5Graduate Institute of Pharmacognosy, College of Pharmacy, Taipei Medical University, Taipei, Taiwan 6Research Center for Chinese Herbal Medicine, College of Human Ecology, Chang Gung University of...
Improving the efficiency of near-IR perovskite LEDs via surface passivation and ultrathin interfacial layers
The results mentioned above show that the PEAI-assisted surface modification improves crystal reorganization and defect passivation in perovskite films. To verify these effects, NIR-PeLEDs with and without PEAI modification (optimal concentration) were made ( supplemental experimental procedures ).
Frontiers | Point-of-care application of diaphragmatic ultrasonography in the emergency department for the prediction of development of respiratory failure in community-acquired pneumonia: A pilot study
GRAPHICAL ABSTRACT. Diaphragmatic ultrasonography assessment of diaphragm thickening fraction (DTF) may reliably predict the development of respiratory failure in community-acquired pneumonia patients presenting to the emergency department. Background Pneumonia, an infectious disease of the pulmonary parenchyma, is a major cause of morbidity and mortality worldwide.
Seven 2 (group type: LKM, control) × 2 (time: pre-test, post-test) ANOVAs with repeated measures (Fig. 2) were conducted on mindfulness (MAAS), altruism (SRAS), positive affect (PA), negative affect (NA) and the three dimensions of knowledge hiding (PD, RH and EH). For each group, number of participants included in each analysis and the analysis was by original assigned groups. The descriptive statistics are presented in Table 2, and the ANOVA results are presented in Table 3.
Degradation dynamics of quantum dots in white LED applications - Scientific Reports
Abstract Quantum Dots (QDs) are being investigated in a hybrid white light LED structure which inculcates phosphor in the package with a blue LED chip as the light source recently. In this work, Zn doped CdS QD with ZnS shell together with green light emission phosphor is used. Upon prolonged operation, degradation of the LEDs due to the degradation of QDs is observed, which can limit its practical applications.
Changing the pattern of the back-muscle flexion-relaxation phenomenon through flexibility training in relatively inflexible young men
Loading metrics Open Access Peer-reviewed Research Article Yi-Lang Chen , Wei-Cheng Lin, Ying-Hua Liao, Yi Chen, Pei-Yu Kang Yi-Lang Chen, Wei-Cheng Lin, Ying-Hua Liao, Yi Chen, Pei-Yu Kang Published: November 5, 2021 https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0259619 Figures Abstract Although several studies have investigated the back-muscle flexion–relaxation phenomenon (FRP), the effect of individual flexibility on the FRP has been discussed infrequently, with very limited data on the influence...
Coverage control of unicycle multi‐agent network in dynamic environment
CONFLICT OF INTERESTS This work does not have any conflict of interests. REFERENCES 1, , , . An overview of recent progress in the study of distributed multi-agent coordination. IEEE Trans Ind Inform. 2012; 9(1): 427-438. 2, , , , . Delayed impulsive control for consensus of multiagent systems with switching communication graphs. IEEE Trans Cybern. 2019; 50(7): 3045-3055. 3, , . Finite-time synchronization for delayed complex dynamical networks with synchronizing or desynchronizing impulses.
The role of conformational heterogeneity in the excited state dynamics of linked diketopyrrolopyrrole dimers
The role of conformational heterogeneity in the excited state dynamics of linked diketopyrrolopyrrole dimers† Diketopyrrolopyrrole (DPP) derivatives have been proposed for both singlet fission and energy upconversion as they meet the energetic requirements and exhibit superior photostability compared to many other chromophores.
The effect of ZnO preparation on the performance of inverted polymer solar cells under one sun and indoor light
The effect of ZnO preparation on the performance of inverted polymer solar cells under one sun and indoor light† Yun-Ming Sung,a Abdul Khalik Akbar,a Sajal Biring,a Chia-Feng Li,b Yu-Ching Huang *b and Shun-Wei Liu *a Author affiliations * Corresponding authors a Organic Electronics Research Center and Department of Electronic Engineering, Ming Chi University of Technology, New Taipei City 24301, Taiwan E-mail: swliu@mail.mcut.edu.tw b Department of Materials Engineering, Ming Chi University...
Highly luminescent aggregate-induced emission from polyethylene glycol-coated carbon quantum dot clusters under blue light illumination
Highly luminescent aggregate-induced emission from polyethylene glycol-coated carbon quantum dot clusters under blue light illumination† Ruey-Shin Juang, abc Chun-Chieh Fu,*a Chien-Te Hsieh, *de Siyong Gu, f Yasser Ashraf Gandomig and Shou-Hsuan Liub Author affiliations * Corresponding authors a Department of Chemical and Materials Engineering, Chang Gung University, Guishan, Taoyuan 33302, Taiwan b Division of Nephrology, Department of Internal Medicine, Chang Gung Memorial Hospital,...
A new high-Li+-conductivity Mg-doped Li1.5Al0.5Ge1.5(PO4)3 solid electrolyte with enhanced electrochemical performance for solid-state lithium metal batteries
A new high-Li+-conductivity Mg-doped Li1.5Al0.5Ge1.5(PO4)3 solid electrolyte with enhanced electrochemical performance for solid-state lithium metal batteries† Yosef Nikodimos, ac Ljalem Hadush Abrha,a Haile Hisho Weldeyohannes,a Kassie Nigus Shitaw,a Nigusu Tiruneh Temesgen,a Bizualem Wakuma Olbasa,a Chen-Jui Huang, a Shi-Kai Jiang, a Chia-Hsin Wang,e Hwo-Shuenn Sheu,e She-Huang Wu,*bcf Wei-Nien Su, *bf Chun-Chen Yang*cd and Bing Joe Hwang *aef Author affiliations * Corresponding authors a...
Maximizing cohesion and separation for detecting protein functional modules in protein-protein interaction networks
Loading metrics Open Access Peer-reviewed Research Article Kuo-Ching Ying, Shih-Wei Lin Kuo-Ching Ying, Shih-Wei Lin Published: October 13, 2020 https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0240628 Figures Abstract Protein Function Module (PFM) identification in Protein-Protein Interaction Networks (PPINs) is one of the most important and challenging tasks in computational biology.
Moisture resistance evaluation on single electronic package moulding compound
Moisture resistance evaluation on single electronic package moulding compound Cher Ming Tan,*abcde Udit Narula,a Guan Ling Seow,f Vivek Sangwan, ab Ching Hsiang Chen,g Shu Ping Linb and Jia Yuan Chenb Author affiliations * Corresponding authors a Center for Reliability Sciences and Technologies, Chang Gung University, Taoyuan 33302, Taiwan E-mail: cherming@ieee.org b Department of Electronic Engineering, Chang Gung University, Taoyuan 33302, Taiwan c Institute of Radiation Research, College...
Facile development of medium optimization for antibody production: implementation in spinner flask and hollow fiber reactor
Most bio-industrial mammalian cells are cultured in serum-free media to achieve advantages, such as batch consistency, suspended growth, and simplified purification. The successful development of a serum-free medium could contribute to a reduction in the experimental variation, enhance cell productivity, and facilitate biopharmaceuticals production using the cell culture process. Commercial serum-free media are also becoming more and more popular.
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