Xia Yan¹, Wei Wang¹, Kai Shen^2,*, Yanqing Feng¹, Junyi Sun¹, Xiaogang Li¹, Wentao Zhu¹, Binbin Shi¹, Guanglong Sheng^2,3

Energy Engineering, Vol.123, No.1, 2026, DOI:10.32604/ee.2025.070360 - 27 December 2025

Abstract In the development of coalbed methane (CBM) reservoirs using multistage fractured horizontal wells, there often exist areas that are either repeatedly stimulated or completely unstimulated between fracturing stages, leading to suboptimal reservoir performance. Currently, there is no well-established method for accurately evaluating the effectiveness of such stimulation. This study introduces, for the first time, the concept of the Fracture Network Bridging Coefficient (FNBC) as a novel metric to assess stimulation performance. By quantitatively coupling the proportions of unstimulated and overstimulated volumes, the FNBC effectively characterizes the connectivity and efficiency of the fracture network. A background… More >

Dong Hyun Lee¹, Na Kyung Lee², Young Seo Lee^1,2,*

CMC-Computers, Materials & Continua, Vol.86, No.2, pp. 1-17, 2026, DOI:10.32604/cmc.2025.069976 - 09 December 2025

Abstract There has been an increasing emphasis on performing deep neural network (DNN) inference locally on edge devices due to challenges such as network congestion and security concerns. However, as DRAM process technology continues to scale down, the bit-flip errors in the memory of edge devices become more frequent, thereby leading to substantial DNN inference accuracy loss. Though several techniques have been proposed to alleviate the accuracy loss in edge environments, they require complex computations and additional parity bits for error correction, thus resulting in significant performance and storage overheads. In this paper, we propose FeatherGuard,… More >

Nadezhda Golubkina^1,*, Pavel Poluboyarinov², Lyubov Skrypnik³, Agnieszka Sękara⁴, Otilia Cristina Murariu⁵, Gianluca Caruso⁶

Phyton-International Journal of Experimental Botany, Vol.94, No.12, pp. 3861-3877, 2025, DOI:10.32604/phyton.2025.070988 - 29 December 2025

Abstract Circadian biorhythms are fundamental in plant adaptability and development. To reveal the effect of organic and inorganic forms of Se, foliar treatments of dandelion with 0.26 mM Se solutions were practiced in two contrasting day times: in the morning with the highest levels of leaf Se and polyphenol (TP) and the lowest dry matter, and in the evening with the opposite characteristics. Compared to the control, the morning Se supply demonstrated a higher increase of root biomass (1.27–1.37 times), Se (1.82–2.85 times), TP content (1.42–1.44 times), and antioxidant activity (AOA) (1.47–1.48 times) than the evening… More > Graphic Abstract

K. Wang^a,b,*, G. L. Lian^c, Y. F. Qiao^d

Chalcogenide Letters, Vol.22, No.10, pp. 889-904, 2025, DOI:10.15251/CL.2025.2210.889

Abstract The remediation of acid mine drainage (AMD), characterized by its high concentrations of toxic metal ions and low pH, presents a significant environmental challenge. In this study, exfoliated two-dimensional MoS_₂ nanosheets were prepared using a liquid-phase ultrasonication method and evaluated for their efficiency in removing Cd^²⁺, Cu^²⁺, and Pb^²⁺ from aqueous solutions. Detailed structural and morphological analyses confirmed that the exfoliation process significantly enhanced surface area, pore volume, and exposure of reactive sulfur sites. Through isotherm and kinetic modeling analyses, the adsorption behavior was found to align with the Langmuir model and pseudo-second-order kinetic equation, which implies More >

Qunlu Liu^1,#, Fiza Liaquat^1,2,#, Qiqi Tang¹, Jun Yang^3,4, Shuai Qiu⁵, Amber Malik², Kang Ye^3,4, Kai Gao⁵, Jun Qin^3,4,*

Phyton-International Journal of Experimental Botany, Vol.94, No.11, pp. 3539-3562, 2025, DOI:10.32604/phyton.2025.071989 - 01 December 2025

Abstract Hydrangea macrophylla is a popular ornamental shrub with a lot of economic and aesthetic value. It is known for its different flower shapes (lacecap and mophead) and the way its flowers change color depending on the pH of the soil. Even though it is important for gardening, we still don’t know much about the molecular processes that lead to flower growth. The purpose of this study was to find and study SNP-related genes and transcription factors that are connected to the growth of H. macrophylla flowers. Genome-wide SNP analysis identified 11 SNPs associated with MYB transcription factors… More >

Bo Wang¹, Fuyang Wu², Zifeng Chen², Libin Dai¹, Yifan Dong¹, Xiaotao Gao³, Zongfa Li^2,*

FDMP-Fluid Dynamics & Materials Processing, Vol.21, No.11, pp. 2701-2719, 2025, DOI:10.32604/fdmp.2025.067298 - 01 December 2025

Abstract Tight gas reservoirs are often characterized by pronounced heterogeneity and poor continuity, resulting in wide variability in production enhancement and net present value (NPV) for different geological parameter combinations (see e.g., the Ordos Basin). The conditions governing geological adaptability remain insufficiently defined. To address these challenges, this study integrates large-volume hydraulic fracturing, numerical production simulation, and economic evaluation to elucidate the mechanisms by which large-scale fracturing enhances fracture parameters in tight gas formations. The analysis reveals that, for identical proppant and fluid volumes, increasing the fracturing injection rate leads to longer and taller fractures. Over… More >

Yezi Zeng^1,*, Yufei Cong²

International Journal of Mental Health Promotion, Vol.27, No.11, pp. 1663-1679, 2025, DOI:10.32604/ijmhp.2025.072125 - 28 November 2025

Abstract Background: Academic stress is a critical factor influencing university students’ well-being. However, research has shown that stress is not a unidimensional construct; different types of stressors (challenge vs. hindrance) may lead to distinct outcomes. This study constructed a structural equation model (SEM) to examine the relationships between challenge and hindrance academic stressors and students’ well-being, as well as the mediating mechanisms. Methods: Data were collected from 836 undergraduates at six universities in China (58.4% female, 41.6% male; Mean age = 20.47 ± 1.46 years). Descriptive statistics, Pearson correlations, and SEM with 5000 bootstrap resamples were conducted… More >

Xueqin Liu¹, Qingchong Xu¹, Yao Liu¹, Junli Ren^1,*, Lihong Zhao¹, Ruonan Zhu¹, Xingjie Wang¹, Wei Qi²

Journal of Renewable Materials, Vol.13, No.11, pp. 2091-2107, 2025, DOI:10.32604/jrm.2025.02025-0060 - 24 November 2025

Abstract It is highly attractive for the catalysts prepared from renewable materials and/or industrial by-products. Herein, lignosulfonate (LS) as the by-product in the papermaking industry was utilized to fabricate Sn-containing organic-inorganic complexing catalysts (Sn(x)@LS) by a simple hydrothermal self-assembly process. The fabricated Sn(x)@LS played an excellent performance in the dehydration of xylose into furfural in the carbon tetrachloride (CTC)-water biphasic system, yielding 78.5% furfural at 180°C for 60 min. It was revealed that strong coordination between Sn⁴⁺ and the phenolic hydroxyl groups of LS created a robust organic-inorganic skeleton (-Ar-O-Sn-O-Ar-), simultaneously generating potent Lewis acidic sites, and More > Graphic Abstract

Lailan Ni`mah^1,*, Sri Rachmania Juliastuti², Mahfud Mahfud²

Journal of Renewable Materials, Vol.13, No.11, pp. 2169-2190, 2025, DOI:10.32604/jrm.2025.02025-0044 - 24 November 2025

Abstract This study evaluates the effectiveness of microwave technology in producing activated carbon from lemongrass waste, an underutilized agricultural byproduct. Microwave-assisted production offers faster heating, lower energy consumption, and better process control compared to conventional methods. It also enhances pore development, resulting in larger, cleaner, and more uniform pores, making the activated carbon more effective for adsorption. The microwave-assisted process significantly accelerates production, reducing the required time to just 10 min at a power of 400 W. Activated carbon derived from lemongrass waste at 400 W exhibits a water absorption capacity of 7.88%, ash content of… More > Graphic Abstract

Tetiana O. Yastreb^1,2, Mykola V. Shevchenko², Liubov N. Kobyzeva^1,3, Alexander I. Oboznyi¹, Yuriy E. Kolupaev^1,2,4,*

Phyton-International Journal of Experimental Botany, Vol.94, No.10, pp. 3125-3143, 2025, DOI:10.32604/phyton.2025.071822 - 29 October 2025

Abstract β-Aminobutyric acid (BABA) is a physiologically active plant compound that has not been extensively studied. It has been shown to increase resistance to biotic and abiotic stress factors and enhance seed germination in certain plant species. However, its effects on cereal grains with low germination rates have not yet been studied. This study investigated the effects of BABA on the germination of aged triticale seeds, the metabolite content of seedlings, and the state of their antioxidant systems. The study found that a three-hour treatment of seeds in BABA solutions at concentrations ranging from 0.1 to… More > Graphic Abstract