Murat Uzam¹, Bernard Berthomieu², Wei Wei^3,*, Yufeng Chen³, Mohammed El-Meligy^4,5, Mohamed Abdel Fattah Sharaf ⁶

CMC-Computers, Materials & Continua, Vol.86, No.1, pp. 1-30, 2026, DOI:10.32604/cmc.2025.069502 - 10 November 2025

Abstract A novel siphon-based divide-and-conquer (SbDaC) policy is presented in this paper for the synthesis of Petri net (PN) based liveness-enforcing supervisors (LES) for flexible manufacturing systems (FMS) prone to deadlocks or livelocks. The proposed method takes an uncontrolled and bounded PN model (UPNM) of the FMS. Firstly, the reduced PNM (RPNM) is obtained from the UPNM by using PN reduction rules to reduce the computation burden. Then, the set of strict minimal siphons (SMSs) of the RPNM is computed. Next, the complementary set of SMSs is computed from the set of SMSs. By the union… More >

Chia-Hui Hou^*

International Journal of Mental Health Promotion, Vol.27, No.12, pp. 2007-2022, 2025, DOI:10.32604/ijmhp.2025.073748 - 31 December 2025

Abstract Objectives: With the rapid aging of populations worldwide, the long-term care (LTC) industry has become a critical arena for both social welfare and entrepreneurial development, particularly among women who play a leading role in caregiving enterprises. However, female LTC entrepreneurs often face emotional strain and limited social resources that affect their professional well-being. This study investigates the effects of psychological resilience and social capital on the well-being of female entrepreneurs in the long-term care (LTC) industry and examines the mediating role of entrepreneurial competence. Methods: A mixed-methods design was employed. Quantitative data were collected from 73… More >

Woo-Gyun Choi, Byung Joo Kim^*

BIOCELL, Vol.49, No.12, pp. 2365-2375, 2025, DOI:10.32604/biocell.2025.072715 - 24 December 2025

Abstract Objectives: Petasites japonicus (PJ) is a traditional medicinal herb widely used in East Asia for treating diverse ailments. However, its anticancer properties and underlying mechanisms have not been elucidated. This study investigated the anticancer potential and molecular mechanisms of the methanol extract of Petasites japonicus (PJE) in human adenocarcinoma gastric stomach (AGS) cells. Methods: AGS cells were treated with various concentrations of PJE, and cell viability was measured using MTT and CCK-8 assays. Apoptotic cell death was evaluated by the cell cycle, caspase-3 and -9 activity assays, and western blotting. To elucidate the underlying signaling mechanisms, we… More >

Yingjie Wang^1,#, Wanlin Dong^1,#, Can Wang², Zirui Li¹, Yongqiang Wang¹, Qi Li¹, Cheng-Ya Dong^1,*

Oncology Research, Vol.33, No.12, pp. 4093-4111, 2025, DOI:10.32604/or.2025.068313 - 27 November 2025

Abstract Objectives: Glioblastoma is a prevalent malignant brain tumor, and the actions of the long non-coding RNA HOXA10-AS in its invasion and migration remain unclear. Here, the function of HOXA10-AS in glioblastoma cell invasion and migration and associated mechanisms were investigated. Methods: HOXA10-AS was knocked down in glioblastoma cells, and Transwell and wound healing assays were conducted to elucidate its impacts on cell invasion and migration. Western blotting and quantitative reverse transcription polymerase chain reaction (qRT-PCR) assessed HOXA10-AS’s impact on the epithelial-mesenchymal transition (EMT). Microarray analysis identified differentially expressed genes, complemented by bioinformatics approaches to explore… More >

Sy-Yu Shiau^*, Shuting Ni, Yanli Yu, Songling Cai, Wenbo Huang

Phyton-International Journal of Experimental Botany, Vol.94, No.10, pp. 3047-3060, 2025, DOI:10.32604/phyton.2025.070289 - 29 October 2025

Abstract Consumers are increasingly demanding natural colorants that are safe and offer health benefits. In addition to their ornamental characteristics, Kanzan cherry (KC) blossoms present a promising source of red-hued natural colorants and functional bioactive substances. This research utilized distilled water to extract KC petals (KCP) and their ground powders (KCPP) under varying temperatures (30°C–90°C) and times (30–180 min). The total monomeric anthocyanins (TMAC) and total phenolics (TPC) in the extracts were evaluated via the pH differential and Folin–Ciocalteu methods. Antioxidant capacities were assessed by DPPH free radical scavenging ability and reducing power. Results indicated that… More >

Rui Ribeiro^1,*, Miguel Guerreiro², Renato Reis², Joana T. Martins^3,4, Jorge M. Vieira^3,4, Mariana Martins da Silva¹, José A. Covas¹, Maria C. Paiva^1,*

Journal of Renewable Materials, Vol.13, No.10, pp. 1859-1880, 2025, DOI:10.32604/jrm.2025.02025-0071 - 22 October 2025

Abstract The growing environmental awareness, the search for alternatives to fossil resources, and the goal of achieving a circular economy have all contributed to the increasing valorization of biowaste to produce bio-based polymers and other high-value products. Among the various biowaste materials, lignin has gained significant attention due to its high aromatic carbon content, low cost, and abundance. Lignin is predominantly sourced as a byproduct from the paper industry, available in large quantities from hardwood and softwood, with variations in chemical structure and susceptibility to hydrolysis. This study focuses on softwood lignin obtained through the LignoForce™… More > Graphic Abstract

Zhong Ren^1,2,3,#, Shuiming Zhang^1,#, Yuzhi Fei¹, Zhu Chen³, Yue Zhao³, Xin Meng³, Hongfei Zhao^2,*, Jie Ren^3,*

Phyton-International Journal of Experimental Botany, Vol.94, No.9, pp. 2927-2947, 2025, DOI:10.32604/phyton.2025.067310 - 30 September 2025

Abstract Acer paxii belongs to the evergreen species of Acer, but it exhibits a unique feature of reddish leaves in fall in subtropical regions. Although the association of AP2/ERF transcription factors with color change has been well-documented in prior research, molecular investigations focusing on AP2/ERF remain notably lacking in Acer paxii. This research focuses on performing an extensive genome-wide investigation to identify and characterize the AP2/ERF gene family in Acer paxii. As a result, 123 ApAP2/ERFs were obtained. Phylogenetic analyses categorized the ApAP2/ERF family members into 15 subfamilies. The evolutionary traits of the ApAP2/ERFs were investigated by analyzing their… More >

Jianwei Wang^1,2, Xinzhi Yang³, Lvbiao Lin⁴, Jianbo Yu^5,*, Jie Mao^4,*

Oncology Research, Vol.33, No.10, pp. 3023-3040, 2025, DOI:10.32604/or.2025.065380 - 26 September 2025

Abstract Objectives: Glioma, as the most lethal primary brain malignancy with poor prognosis, requires further elucidation on the functional role of long noncoding RNA (lncRNA) DDX11 antisense RNA 1 (DDX11-AS1) in its pathogenesis, despite its established oncogenic functions in other cancers. Therefore, this study sought to characterize the oncogenic role and molecular mechanism of DDX11-AS1 in glioma. Methods: DDX11-AS1 expression levels were analyzed in clinical surgical glioma specimens and publicly available datasets. The functional roles of DDX11-AS1 on glioma cell proliferation and migration were investigated using in vitro knockdown and overexpression assays. In vivo tumor growth was assessed… More > Graphic Abstract

Aysenur Elmali¹, Birhan Demirhan², Caglayan Selenge Beduk Esen³, Ozan Cem Guler⁴, Pervin Hurmuz⁵, Cem Onal^1,4,*

Canadian Journal of Urology, Vol.32, No.4, pp. 243-254, 2025, DOI:10.32604/cju.2025.066700 - 29 August 2025

Abstract Background: Intermediate-risk prostate cancer (IR-PC) represents a heterogeneous group requiring nuanced treatment approaches, and recent advancements in radiotherapy (RT), androgen deprivation therapy (ADT), and prostate-specific membrane antigen positron emission tomography (PSMA-PET/CT) imaging have prompted growing interest in personalized, risk-adapted management strategies. This study by the Turkish Society for Radiation Oncology aims to examine radiation oncologists’ practices in managing IR-PC, focusing on RT and imaging modalities to identify trends for personalized treatments. Methods: A cross-sectional survey was conducted among Turkish radiation oncologists treating at least 50 prostate cancer (PC) cases annually. The 22-item questionnaire covered IR-PC… More >

Mahmood Ul Haq¹, Muhammad Athar Javed Sethi¹, Sadique Ahmad², Naveed Ahmad³, Muhammad Shahid Anwar^4,*, Alpamis Kutlimuratov⁵

CMC-Computers, Materials & Continua, Vol.84, No.1, pp. 1-24, 2025, DOI:10.32604/cmc.2025.063341 - 09 June 2025

Abstract Face recognition has emerged as one of the most prominent applications of image analysis and understanding, gaining considerable attention in recent years. This growing interest is driven by two key factors: its extensive applications in law enforcement and the commercial domain, and the rapid advancement of practical technologies. Despite the significant advancements, modern recognition algorithms still struggle in real-world conditions such as varying lighting conditions, occlusion, and diverse facial postures. In such scenarios, human perception is still well above the capabilities of present technology. Using the systematic mapping study, this paper presents an in-depth review More >