Ziying Huang¹, Ruikang Ma¹, Anning Li², Yufei Cheng¹, Xiaolin Lin², Mengzhi Li³, Yu Zhang², Liping Shi¹, Linlin Dong^1,*

Phyton-International Journal of Experimental Botany, Vol.95, No.1, 2026, DOI:10.32604/phyton.2025.074419 - 30 January 2026

Abstract Epimedium is commonly used to treat bone injury and kidney disease, with prenylated flavonol glycosides (PFGs) as its active ingredients. It has attracted much attention due to prominent healthcare and therapeutic effects, but faces problems of adulteration with closely related species and confusion about geographical origins. In this study, multiple technical approaches were employed to identify its genetic characteristics and metabolic differences. Based on DNA barcoding, 20 batches of samples were analyzed. The genetic distances of matK, ITS and psbA-trnH within species were all smaller than those between species, and psbA-trnH along with ITS + psbA-trnH proved most effective… More >

Muhammad Hamzah¹, Muhammad Ramzan^2,*, Abdulrahman A. Almehizia³, Ibrahim Mahariq^4,5,6,7,8,*, Laila A. Al-Essa⁹, Ahmed S. Hassan¹⁰

CMES-Computer Modeling in Engineering & Sciences, Vol.146, No.1, 2026, DOI:10.32604/cmes.2025.070435 - 29 January 2026

Abstract The present investigation inspects the unsteady, incompressible MHD-induced flow of a ternary hybrid nanofluid made of SiO2 (silicon dioxide), ZnO (zinc oxide), and MWCNT (multi-walled carbon nanotubes) suspended in a water-ethylene glycol base fluid between two perforated squeezing Riga plates. This problem is important because it helps us understand the complicated connections between magnetic fields, nanofluid dynamics, and heat transport, all of which are critical for designing thermal management systems. These findings are especially useful for improving the design of innovative cooling technologies in electronics, energy systems, and healthcare applications. No prior study has… More >

Sara I. Abdelsalam^1,2,*, M. Khairy³, W. Abbas³, Ahmed M. Megahed⁴, M. S. Emam⁵

Frontiers in Heat and Mass Transfer, Vol.23, No.6, pp. 1833-1846, 2025, DOI:10.32604/fhmt.2025.069711 - 31 December 2025

Abstract This comprehensive research examines the dynamics of magnetohydrodynamic (MHD) flow and heat transfer within a couple stress fluid. The investigation specifically focuses on the fluid’s behavior over a vertical stretching sheet embedded within a porous medium, providing valuable insights into the complex interactions between fluid mechanics, thermal transport, and magnetic fields. This study accounts for the significant impact of heat generation and thermal radiation, crucial factors for enhancing heat transfer efficiency in various industrial and technological contexts. The research employs mathematical techniques to simplify complex partial differential equations (PDEs) governing fluid flow and heat transfer.… More >

Ahmed Bakeer¹, Grigory Kazakevich², Viktoriia Podryga^3,*, Yury Poveshchenko³, Parvin Rahimly³

Frontiers in Heat and Mass Transfer, Vol.23, No.5, pp. 1575-1593, 2025, DOI:10.32604/fhmt.2025.067097 - 31 October 2025

Abstract The work considers the problem of gas hydrate dissociation in a porous medium using the two-term Forchheimer law, corresponding to high flow rates of reservoir fluids. Such rates can arise during the decomposition of gas hydrates, since a large amount of gas is released. Intensive emissions of gases from the earth’s interior are observed on the ocean floor. They are also associated with a large number of subvertical geological structures under the ocean floor, coming to the surface in the form of local ring funnels (pockmarks). Many similar objects have also been found on land.… More >

Deyu Lin^1,2, Yujie Zhang ², Zhiwei Hua², Jianfeng Xu^2,3,*, Yufei Zhao¹, Yong Liang Guan¹

CMC-Computers, Materials & Continua, Vol.85, No.1, pp. 1859-1882, 2025, DOI:10.32604/cmc.2025.066283 - 29 August 2025

Abstract Energy efficiency is critical in Wireless Sensor Networks (WSNs) due to the limited power supply. While clustering algorithms are commonly used to extend network lifetime, most of them focus on single-layer optimization. To this end, an Energy-efficient Cross-layer Clustering approach based on the Gini (ECCG) index theory was proposed in this paper. Specifically, a novel mechanism of Gini Index theory-based energy-efficient Cluster Head Election (GICHE) is presented based on the Gini Index and the expected energy distribution to achieve balanced energy consumption among different clusters. In addition, to improve inter-cluster energy efficiency, a Queue synchronous More >

Xiaoni Sun¹, Jiming Li², Zhiqiang Zhao², Guodong Jing², Baojun Chen², Jinrong Hu³, Fei Wang², Yong Zhang^1,*

CMC-Computers, Materials & Continua, Vol.84, No.2, pp. 2121-2149, 2025, DOI:10.32604/cmc.2025.063373 - 03 July 2025

Abstract Weather forecasting is crucial for agriculture, transportation, and industry. Deep Learning (DL) has greatly improved the prediction accuracy. Among them, Graph Neural Networks (GNNs) excel at processing weather data by establishing connections between regions. This allows them to understand complex patterns that traditional methods might miss. As a result, achieving more accurate predictions becomes possible. The paper reviews the role of GNNs in short-to medium-range weather forecasting. The methods are classified into three categories based on dataset differences. The paper also further identifies five promising research frontiers. These areas aim to boost forecasting precision and More >

Syamala Ramadevu¹, Prathi Vijaya Kumar¹, Giulio Lorenzini^2,*, Shaik Mohammed Ibrahim³, Kanithi Jyothsna¹

Frontiers in Heat and Mass Transfer, Vol.23, No.3, pp. 857-879, 2025, DOI:10.32604/fhmt.2025.062231 - 30 June 2025

Abstract Viscoelastic nanofluid flow has drawn substantial interest due to its industrial uses, including research and testing of medical devices, lubrication and tribology, drug delivery systems, and environmental remediation. This work studies nanofluid flow over a viscoelastic boundary layer, focusing on mass and heat transmission. An analysis is performed on the flow traversing a porous sheet undergoing nonlinear stretching. It assesses the consequences of viscous dissipation and thermal radiation. The scientific nanofluid framework laid out by Buongiorno has been exploited. The partial differential equations illustrating the phenomena can be transfigured into ordinary differential equations by utilizing… More >

Denis Polezhaev^*, Alexey Vjatkin, Victor Kozlov

FDMP-Fluid Dynamics & Materials Processing, Vol.21, No.5, pp. 1051-1061, 2025, DOI:10.32604/fdmp.2025.062000 - 30 May 2025

Abstract The dynamics of fluid and non-buoyant particles in a librating horizontal annulus is studied experimentally. In the absence of librations, the granular material forms a cylindrical layer near the outer boundary of the annulus and undergoes rigid-body rotation with the fluid and the annulus. It is demonstrated that the librational liquefaction of the granular material results in pattern formation. This self-organization process stems from the excitation of inertial modes induced by the oscillatory motion of liquefied granular material under the influence of the gravitational force. The inertial wave induces vortical fluid flow which entrains particles More > Graphic Abstract

Lanying Chen^1,2, Yifu Cai³, Qiumei Quan^3,*, Yunxiang Li³

Phyton-International Journal of Experimental Botany, Vol.94, No.5, pp. 1519-1532, 2025, DOI:10.32604/phyton.2025.064112 - 29 May 2025

Abstract This study investigates the diurnal patterns of nectar secretion, sugar content, and caloric value in Epimedium wushanense, and their interaction mechanisms with pollinator behavior under varying environmental conditions. Nectar secretion exhibited a diurnal pattern, peaking between 11:00 and 13:00, with progressive increases in both volumes (19.07 ± 1.66 μL/day) and caloric value (6.03 ± 0.55 cal/day) over four consecutive days, culminating in maximal production on Day 4 (p < 0.05). Floral bagging significantly altered nectar traits (Mann-Whitney U test, p < 0.05), with bagged inflorescences demonstrating 61.82% higher nectar volume productivity relative to unbagged controls. Pollinator visitation,… More >

Ahmad Mola¹, Sahira H. Ibrahim¹, Nagham Q. Shari², Hasanain A. Abdul Wahhab^3,*

Energy Engineering, Vol.122, No.6, pp. 2239-2255, 2025, DOI:10.32604/ee.2025.061590 - 29 May 2025

Abstract High-efficiency solar energy systems are characterized by their designs, which primarily rely on effective concentration and conversion methods of solar radiation. Evaluation of the performance enhancement of flat plate solar collectors by integration with thermal energy storage could be achieved through simulation of proposed designs. The work aims to analyze a new solar collector integrated with a porous medium and shell and coiled tube heat exchanger. The heat transfer enhancement was investigated by varying the geometrical parameters in shell and helically coiled tubes operating with CuFe₂O₄/water with different volume fractions of 0.02%, 0.05%, and 0.1 vol.%.… More >