This article presents BCAM-Net, a bidirectional cross-attention multimodal framework for robust IoT spectrum sensing under generalized Gaussian impulsive noise....
This review examines aerodynamic drag reduction strategies for road vehicles, integrating insights from both experimental investigations and numerical simulations...
This study experimentally investigates a novel jacketed shell-and-tube heat exchanger integrating phase change cold storage and condensation heat transfer. Using...
Tech Science Press (TSP) is pleased to announce that several of its journals have achieved notable improvements in the 2026 XinRui Journal Rankings.· ONCOLOGY RESEARCH: Ranked...
Tech Science Press is pleased to announce that two additional journals have been selected for inclusion in CAB Abstracts, a leading database produced by CAB International (CABI). This milestone...
Multimodal emotion recognition has emerged as a key research area for enabling human-centered artificial intelligence, supported by the rapid progress...
In materials science and engineering design, high-fidelity and high-efficiency numerical simulation has become a driving force for innovation and practical...
The exploration of high-performance materials presents a fundamental challenge in materials science, particularly in predicting properties for materials...
Deploying Large Language Model (LLM)-based agents in the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) presents significant challenges, including high latency...
This study aims to mitigate crosswind-induced performance degradation in Natural Draft Dry Cooling Towers used in power plants by developing and assessing...
Fluid flow through fractured rock masses is a key process controlling the safety and performance of deep geoengineering systems, shaped by the complex...
Aerodynamic research on road cars was reviewed in this work under the thread of reducing drag, with the awareness that this may succeed in effectively...
In response to the actual demands of the energy storage type organic Rankine power generation cycle, this study proposes a new type of jacketed shell...
Heat exchangers play a crucial role in thermal energy systems, with their performance directly impacting efficiency, cost, and environmental impact. A...
Objective: Current research highlights periodontal disease as a systemic inflammatory condition that may influence extra-oral diseases such as prostatic...
Discussions about the future of energy sources and environmental sustainability are becoming critical on a global scale. The energy sector plays a central...
The increasing integration of electric vehicle (EV) loads into power systems necessitates understanding their impact on stability. Small-magnitude perturbations,...
Objectives: Loneliness among left-behind adolescents is the most frequently reported emotional problem because of parental neglect. The present study...
The development of sustainable materials has encouraged the use of biopolymers as alternatives to synthetic polymers. Polymeric films have stood out for...
As attack techniques evolve and data volumes increase, the integration of artificial intelligence-based security solutions into industrial control systems...
This paper examines a model that combines vortex generators and leading-edge tubercles for controlling the laminar separation bubble (LSB) over an airfoil...
Cancer remains one of the leading causes of morbidity and mortality worldwide, and its onset and progression are closely linked to dysregulated epigenetic...
We propose a special issue titled "Innovative Smart Polymeric Materials for Sustainable Energy Solutions: Bridging Advances in Energy and Biomedical...
Further advancements in the exploitation of unconventional resources, such as tight gas, shale gas, shale oil, coalbed methane, and natural gas hydrate,...
In today’s digital era, patterns are omnipresent, shaping many aspects of our lives. These patterns can be physically observed or computationally identified...
This special issue, “Applied Artificial Intelligence: Advanced Solutions for Engineering Real-World Challenges,” showcases the transformative power of...
This theme captures the essence of advanced technologies (AI, machine learning, big data), modern applications (climate change, smart cities, health research),...
The tumor microenvironment encompasses not only the tumor cells themselves, but also the surrounding fibroblasts, immunological and inflammatory cells,...
This special issue seeks original research and review articles on the roles of γδ T cells and invariant natural killer T (iNKT) cells in malignancies....
Multimodal emotion recognition has emerged as a key research area for enabling human-centered artificial intelligence, supported by the rapid progress...
In materials science and engineering design, high-fidelity and high-efficiency numerical simulation has become a driving force for innovation and practical...
The exploration of high-performance materials presents a fundamental challenge in materials science, particularly in predicting properties for materials...
Deploying Large Language Model (LLM)-based agents in the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) presents significant challenges, including high latency...
This study aims to mitigate crosswind-induced performance degradation in Natural Draft Dry Cooling Towers used in power plants by developing and assessing...
Fluid flow through fractured rock masses is a key process controlling the safety and performance of deep geoengineering systems, shaped by the complex...
Aerodynamic research on road cars was reviewed in this work under the thread of reducing drag, with the awareness that this may succeed in effectively...
In response to the actual demands of the energy storage type organic Rankine power generation cycle, this study proposes a new type of jacketed shell...
Heat exchangers play a crucial role in thermal energy systems, with their performance directly impacting efficiency, cost, and environmental impact. A...
Objective: Current research highlights periodontal disease as a systemic inflammatory condition that may influence extra-oral diseases such as prostatic...
Discussions about the future of energy sources and environmental sustainability are becoming critical on a global scale. The energy sector plays a central...
The increasing integration of electric vehicle (EV) loads into power systems necessitates understanding their impact on stability. Small-magnitude perturbations,...
Objectives: Loneliness among left-behind adolescents is the most frequently reported emotional problem because of parental neglect. The present study...
The development of sustainable materials has encouraged the use of biopolymers as alternatives to synthetic polymers. Polymeric films have stood out for...
As attack techniques evolve and data volumes increase, the integration of artificial intelligence-based security solutions into industrial control systems...
This paper examines a model that combines vortex generators and leading-edge tubercles for controlling the laminar separation bubble (LSB) over an airfoil...
Cancer remains one of the leading causes of morbidity and mortality worldwide, and its onset and progression are closely linked to dysregulated epigenetic...
We propose a special issue titled "Innovative Smart Polymeric Materials for Sustainable Energy Solutions: Bridging Advances in Energy and Biomedical...
Further advancements in the exploitation of unconventional resources, such as tight gas, shale gas, shale oil, coalbed methane, and natural gas hydrate,...
In today’s digital era, patterns are omnipresent, shaping many aspects of our lives. These patterns can be physically observed or computationally identified...
This special issue, “Applied Artificial Intelligence: Advanced Solutions for Engineering Real-World Challenges,” showcases the transformative power of...
This theme captures the essence of advanced technologies (AI, machine learning, big data), modern applications (climate change, smart cities, health research),...
The tumor microenvironment encompasses not only the tumor cells themselves, but also the surrounding fibroblasts, immunological and inflammatory cells,...
This special issue seeks original research and review articles on the roles of γδ T cells and invariant natural killer T (iNKT) cells in malignancies....
With the escalating environmental impact of petrochemical-based packaging, the development of biodegradable alternatives from agricultural waste has become imperative. This study describes the fabrication and optimization of a sustainable, bio-based cushioning material derived from a corn starch foam matrix and corn husk fibers via compression molding. The investigation of starch ratios revealed that 100% normal corn starch (NCS) provided superior expansion and structural integrity compared to waxy starch, which exhibited significant cell wall collapse under…
The high hydrophilicity of pineapple leaf fibres (PALF) limits their use in cement- and gypsum-based composites exposed to moisture. This study evaluates, for the first time, the combined effect of palm kernel oil and beeswax on the hygroscopic resistance and mechanical stability of PALF. The fibres were functionalised with three formulations (oil, wax, and a 1:2 oil/wax blend) applied at different mass ratios (CR = 0.5–2). Treatments increased the average bundle diameter by up to…
The construction sector is facing significant challenges in transitioning to a defossilised system. While wood-based products have considerable potential, reliance on adhesives derived from fossil fuels poses significant sustainability concerns. Tannin-based adhesives present a compelling bio-based alternative, offering advantageous bonding properties with the potential to reduce toxicity, minimise fossil resource use, and enhance end-of-life scenarios. Despite extensive research demonstrating the technical potential of tannin-based adhesives, industrial adoption remains limited—partly due to the paucity of studies…
Materials from natural sources have been studied to replace the conventional synthetic or animal-derived products as a safer alternative to be used in the healthcare field. In dentistry, guided bone regeneration (GBR) relies on barrier membranes, predominantly from animals or synthetic materials, to improve osteogenesis by avoiding undesired soft tissue cells from defect sites. In this study, membranes were prepared from zein, a corn-derived protein, using a simple extraction and casting method, followed by optional…
The increasing need for efficient, sustainable, and environmentally friendly adsorbent materials has driven interest in bio-based alternatives. Conventional silica-based adsorbents, while effective, are often brittle and energy-intensive to produce. In contrast, wood offers a renewable and low-energy option with natural porosity suitable for adsorption. This study investigated the fabrication of wood sponge from tropical balsa (Ochroma bicolor) and pulai (Alstonia scholaris) wood through a dual-stage delignification process as a novel bio-based adsorbent. The process involved alkaline treatment…
The escalating accumulation of agro-industrial waste—exceeding 350 million tons annually from post-harvest residues, food processing, and aquaculture—poses serious environmental threats, including greenhouse gas emissions, groundwater contamination, and excessive landfill usage. Although conventional treatment methods such as composting, incineration, and recycling offer partial mitigation, they often fall short of delivering scalable, circular solutions. Microbial biorefineries have emerged as a transformative approach, enabling the conversion of diverse biomass streams into high-value renewable materials. Through microbial fermentation, agricultural
Oil palm fiber is a natural fiber derived from agricultural biomass and has gained significant attention as an alternative reinforcement material in composite materials due to its abundance, renewability, and environmental benefits. This review explores the various enhancement techniques applied to oil palm fiber to improve its properties for composite material development. Key areas of focus include chemical treatments, physical modifications, and hybridization with other fibers to improve fiber-matrix bonding, mechanical strength, and thermal stability.
Recent advancements in developing tannin-based non-isocyanate polyurethane (NIPU) resins have unlocked new possibilities for sustainable and eco-friendly wood adhesives. Unlike conventional polyurethane, NIPUs eliminate hazardous isocyanates, offering safer alternatives for industrial applications. Tannin, a naturally occurring polyphenolic compound, plays a pivotal role in enhancing these resins’ fire-resistance and super-hydrophobic properties. This review highlights key developments in synthesizing tannin-based NIPU, focusing on various polymerization techniques such as polyaddition, polycondensation, ring-opening polymerization, and rearrangement. These strategies contribute…
In the rapidly evolving digital landscape, the interplay between social media and cultural identity among Afghan youth is of growing significance. This study examines how social media influences the digital culture of Afghan youth, using Social Identity Theory (SIT) to explore digital behaviors, identity formation, and cultural preservation. With a sample of 400 participants, the research addresses key gaps by analyzing the impact of social media on societal norms, cultural values, and online relationships. The…
Zero-shot learning as an emerging approach in image captioning techniques, has garnered significant attention from researchers in recent years due to its ability to accomplish tasks without requiring specific category training data. Existing zero-shot image captioning schemes largely rely on traditional language models, which exhibit low efficiency and suboptimal generation quality. To address this issue, this study proposes Hamiltonian Monte Carlo for Image Captioning (HMCIC). This method first models the image captioning task as a…
Objective: Intestinal barrier disruption is a critical event in sepsis and ischemia–reperfusion (I/R) injury. Enteric glial cells (EGCs) maintain barrier integrity by secreting glial cell line–derived neurotrophic factor (GDNF). This study aimed to determine whether Dexmedetomidine (Dex) protects the intestinal barrier via α7-nicotinic acetylcholine receptor (α7-nAChR) signaling in EGCs. Methods: An in vitro EGC-intestinal epithelial cell (IEC) co-culture system and a murine intestinal I/R model were established. EGCs were selectively ablated in vivo using benzalkonium chloride (BAC).…
Objectives: Glioblastoma multiforme (GBM) is a highly aggressive brain tumor characterized by extensive transcriptional and epigenetic dysregulation. Brother of the Regulator of Imprinted Sites (BORIS/CTCFL) has been implicated in oncogenic transcriptional programs in several cancers, but its role in GBM remains poorly defined. This study aimed to characterize BORIS-associated transcriptional programs in GBM and to assess their functional relevance using integrative computational and experimental approaches. Methods: Transcriptomic data from The Cancer Genome Atlas (TCGA)-GBM and…
Objectives: Permanent middle cerebral artery occlusion (pMCAO) can lead to hippocampal damage through multiple linked pathways such as reactive oxidative stress (ROS), neuroinflammation mediated by NOD-, LRR- and pyrin domain-containing protein 3 (NLRP3), tumour necrosis factor-alpha (TNF-α), and nuclear factor kappa-light-chain-enhancer of activated B cells (NF-κB), and glutamate excitotoxicity involving N-methyl-D-aspartate receptor subunits 2a and 2b (NR2a/NR2b) and α-amino-3-hydroxy-5-methyl-4-isoxazolepropionic acid receptor (AMPAR/GluR1). The hippocampus, which is essential for memory and cognition, is at a substantial…
Objective: Cisplatin is a widely used chemotherapeutic agent due to its ability to damage DNA in the treatment of cancer. However, its clinical application is often limited by adverse effects on normal tissues, especially the kidneys. Understanding the molecular mechanisms of cisplatin-induced nephrotoxicity is crucial for developing strategies to mitigate its side effects. In this study, we aimed to elucidate the molecular mechanisms underlying cisplatin-induced DNA damage and apoptosis in human renal epithelial cells, with…
Atherosclerosis (AS) remains a major contributor to cardiovascular disease (CVD) mortality worldwide. Its development involves dysregulated lipid handling, persistent vascular inflammation, and endothelial cell (EC) dysfunction, influenced by genetic, environmental, and lifestyle factors. Increasing evidence highlights a pivotal role of endoplasmic reticulum (ER) stress as a molecular link between lipid dysregulation and inflammatory signaling in AS pathogenesis. ER stress is triggered by modified LDL, oxidized lipids, hyperhomocysteinemia, oxidative stress (OS), and disrupted calcium (Ca2+) homeostasis, leading…
Obesity-related asthma is a distinct clinical phenotype, characterized by severe respiratory symptoms, reduced responsiveness to conventional glucocorticoid therapy, and a significantly increase in disease burden. With the rising global prevalence of obesity, the number of individuals affected by obesity-related asthma is steadily growing, presenting a pressing public health issue. The pathogenesis of obesity-related asthma is multifactorial, involving a complex interplay of metabolic and immune pathways. Key mechanisms include dysregulated T-cell differentiation, pro-inflammatory macrophage polarization, oxidative…
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