Characterization of Loss-of-Imprinting in Breast Cancer at the Cellular Level by Integrating Single-Cell Full-Length Transcriptome with Bulk RNA-Seq Data.

Genomic imprinting, the parent-of-origin-specific gene expression, plays a pivotal role in growth regulation and is often dysregulated in cancer. However, screening for imprinting is complicated by its cell-type specificity, which bulk RNA-seq cannot capture. On the other hand, large-scale single-cell RNA-seq (scRNA-seq) often lacks transcript-level detail and is cost-prohibitive.

Preliminary study on unlocking growth and yield potential of USDA foxtail millet (Setaria italica L.) lines with NPK fertilization.

Foxtail millet (Setaria italica L.) is nutritionally superior to other cereals of the family Poaceae, with the potential to perform better in marginal environments. In the present context of climate change, ecologically sound and low-input foxtail millet varieties can be chosen for agricultural sustainability.

Assessment of energy management and power quality improvement of hydrogen based microgrid system through novel PSO-MWWO technique.

A hybrid microgrid powered by hydrogen is an energy infrastructure that depends on hydrogen as its primary energy carrier within a localized network. This study proposed a novel bi-level optimization approach to enhance power quality and cost efficiency of the system. In the quest to improve energy management systems (EMS) and enhance power quality, a bi-level optimization approach named Particle swarm optimization-Modified water wave optimization (PSO-MWWO) has been proposed.

Sensitivity analysis and dynamics of brucellosis infection disease in cattle with control incident rate by using fractional derivative.

The farming of animals is one of the largest industries, with animal food products, milk, and dairy being crucial components of the global economy. However, zoonotic bacterial diseases, including brucellosis, pose significant risks to human health. The goal of this research is to develop a mathematical model to understand the spread of brucellosis in cattle populations, utilizing the Caputo-Fabrizio operator to control the disease's incidence rate.

Emerging organic micropollutants as serious environmental problem: A comprehensive review.

The escalating problem of environmental pollution can be attributed to the accelerated pace of global development, which often prioritizes human needs over planetary health. Despite huge global attempts endeavours to mitigate legacy pollutants, the uninterrupted introduction of novel substances such as the emerging organic micropollutants (EOMs) represents a significant menace to the natural environment and all forms of life on the earth. The widespread occurrence of EOMs in water and wastewater is a consequence of both their growing consumption as well as the limitations of the conventional wastewater treatment methods containing such pollutants resulting in deterioration of water quality and its supplies as well as this is a significant challenge for researchers and the scientific community alike.

Simultaneous alleviation of antimony toxicity in rice and in-Vitro bio-accessibility by using biochar and seaweed based fertilizer blend.

Antimony (Sb) toxicity is a significant threat to crop production and humans. Its concentration is increasing in soil and water due to human activities which needs dire attention to address this challenge. Biochar is a promising amendment to remediate polluted soils, however, its role in mitigating the toxic impacts of Sb on plants is still unclear.

Interactions Between Nanoparticles and Tomato Plants: Influencing Host Physiology and the Tomato Leafminer's Molecular Response.

Tomatoes are a crucial global crop, impacting economies and livelihoods worldwide. However, pests like the tomato leafminer () significantly reduce their yield potential. Nanoparticles come as a solution to this context, promising innovative strategies for the protection of plants from pest infestation and management.

Facile assembly of flexible humidity sensors based on nanostructured graphite/zinc oxide-coated cellulose fibrous frameworks for human healthcare.

The development of flexible, cost-effective, highly efficient, and reliable humidity monitoring sensors is in high demand owing to their wide-range of applications in industrial domains. In this study, a humidity sensor was fabricated based on graphite/zinc oxide nanoparticle (G/ZnO-NP)-coated cellulose paper. A bar device was designed using computer software, and its sketch was printed on cellulose paper, with graphite bars then added using the pencil-drawing method, and then ZnO-NP paste was coated on the graphite patterns.

Synthesis and characterization of fluorenone derivatives with electrical properties explored using density functional theory (DFT).

This study provides thorough computational and experimental assessments of four types of novel synthesized thiosemicarbazones. The compounds were effectively synthesized using a condensation reaction between thiosemicarbazide and fluorenone, producing a remarkable range of 70-88%. Additional chemical structures were examined utilizing spectroscopic methods, including Fourier-transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR), NMR spectroscopy, and ultraviolet-visible spectroscopy.

Suitability of early rice for the preparation of rice noodles by its starch properties analysis.

The research was conducted to explore the affiliation between the physicochemical properties of rice noodles and rice starch of early rice samples of varying amylose content. 3 various types of rice samples were analyzed to uncover how amylose content influences rice noodles' quality. Findings revealed that primarily sensory scores differ in palatability, while textural disparity lies in hardness and chewiness.

Improving wheat physio-biochemical attributes in ciprofloxacin-polluted saline soil using nZVI-modified biochar.

The Ciprofloxacin (CIP) toxicity and salinity stress in agricultural soils cause risk to environmental and food safety. Consequently, it is essential to devise or use more effective techniques for mitigating salinity and ciprofloxacin-induced stress in soil. This study includes the nZVI-loaded biochar synthesis, integrating the unique characteristics of raw biochar with nZVI.

A novel meta learning based stacked approach for diagnosis of thyroid syndrome.

Thyroid syndrome, a complex endocrine disorder, involves the dysregulation of the thyroid gland, impacting vital physiological functions. Common causes include autoimmune disorders, iodine deficiency, and genetic predispositions. The effects of thyroid syndrome extend beyond the thyroid itself, affecting metabolism, energy levels, and overall well-being.

Chlamydia infection with vaccination asymptotic for qualitative and chaotic analysis using the generalized fractal fractional operator.

In this work, we solve a system of fractional differential equations utilizing a Mittag-Leffler type kernel through a fractal fractional operator with two fractal and fractional orders. A six-chamber model with a single source of chlamydia is studied using the concept of fractal fractional derivatives with nonsingular and nonlocal fading memory. The fractal fractional model of the Chlamydia system can be solved by using the characteristics of a non-decreasing and compact mapping.

Green synthesis of NiO and NiO@graphene oxide nanomaterials using leaves: Structural and electrochemical studies.

An eco-friendly synthetic route was developed for the formation of nickel oxide (NiO and NiO) nanoparticles (NPs) by treating Ni(NO).6HO with aqueous/ethanolic extracts of leaves; the same reaction was performed in the presence of graphene oxide (GO) to produce NiO@GO and NiO@GO nanocomposites (NCs), respectively. The NMs were characterized by XRD, FT-IR, SEM, EDX, UV-visible spectroscopy, and TGA-DSC analysis.

Comprehensive characterization of gibberellin oxidase gene family in Brassica napus reveals BnGA2ox15 involved in hormone signaling and response to drought stress.

Brassica napus is a well-known allopolyploid oil crop with high commercial potential. Gibberellin oxidase (GAox) is an essential enzyme that activates gibberellins, which regulate plant growth, and development, and have a significant impact on plant responses to abiotic stress. However, the comprehensive understanding of GAox genes and their evolution in Brassica plants remains elusive.

Understanding rhizospheric microbial dynamics in gladiolus corms through quorum sensing and quorum quenching for disease control and growth promotion.

Gladiolus, a widely cultivated cut flower known for its aesthetically pleasing multicoloured spikes, has earned significant commercial popularity. A comprehensive understanding of the rhizosphere bacterial community associated with gladiolus is imperative for revealing its potential benefits. Molecular characterization is considered an effective method to gain insights into the structural and functional aspects of microbial populations.

Computational insights of double perovskite NaCaCdH hydride alloy for hydrogen storage applications: a DFT investigation.

Prospective use of perovskite hydride materials in H storage a crucial element of clean energy systems has drawn a lot of attention. The structural, electrical, mechanical, thermodynamic, and H storage qualities of NaCaCdH hydride alloys were examined in this work using DFT. According to the structural properties, NaCaCdH has space group 225 (Fm3m), and optimized lattice parameters and volume of NaCaCdH are 3.

Modeling and analysis using piecewise hybrid fractional operator in time scale measure for ebola virus epidemics under Mittag-Leffler kernel.

This emerging infectious disease poses one of the most severe threats to public health in these locations, but there are not many reliable therapies yet. In this work, we developed the Ebola virus dynamics and control factors epidemic model with a piecewise hybrid fractional Operator in time scale measure insight of Mittag-Leffler kernel. Patterns and structures that repeat at various scales are the focus of fractal analysis, which has applications in complex systems such as biological ones.

Income inequality-renewable energy demand nexus in emerging Asian economies: does asymmetry matter?

Several efforts have been made to explore the income inequality influence on environmental degradation, but the query regarding the nexus of income inequality and renewable energy consumption (REC) is still unanswered. This vacuum in existing literature has raised the need to inspect the relationship between income inequality and REC. Thus, this study purposes to investigate the asymmetric effect of income inequality on REC for emerging Asian economies over the period 1990-2019 by adopting the nonlinear autoregressive distributed lag (NARDL) approach.

Multifaceted roles of zinc nanoparticles in alleviating heavy metal toxicity in plants: a comprehensive review and future perspectives.

Heavy metal (HM) toxicity is a serious concern across the globe owing to their harmful impacts on plants, animals, and humans. Zinc oxide nanoparticles (ZnO-NPs) have gained appreciable attention in mitigating the adverse effects of abiotic stresses. The exogenous application of ZnO-NPs induces tolerance against HMs by improving plant physiological, metabolic, and molecular responses.