Identification and expression analysis of the gene family in .

(Eukaryotic Transcription Factor 2/Dimerization Partner) refers to a class of protein complexes that play a pivotal role in the regulation of gene transcription in eukaryotes. In higher plants, transcription factors are of vital significance in mediating responses to environmental stresses. Based on differences in their conserved structural domains, they can be categorized into three subgroups: E2F, DP, and DEL (DP-E2F-like).

Physiological and Performance Adaptations to Running-Based Interval Interventions in Soccer Players: Comparative Analysis of Sprint Interval Training, Small-Sided Games, and Repeated-Sprint Training.

Purpose: The objective of this study was to investigate the impact of a 6-week program involving various forms of running-based interval interventions on the physiological and performance adaptations of male soccer players during preseason.

Methods: A total of 40 young trained collegiate soccer players (21 [1.3] y) were randomly assigned to 4 groups: traditional sprint interval training (SIT, 20-s trials), small-sided games, repeated-sprint training (RST, 5-s trials), and an active control group, each of 10 members.

Transcriptomic Identification of Key Genes Responding to High Heat Stress in Moso Bamboo ().

Moso bamboo (), the most widely distributed bamboo species in China, is valued for both its shoots and timber. This species often faces challenges from high-temperature stress. To cope with this stress, Moso bamboo has evolved various adaptive mechanisms at the physiological and molecular levels.

Hollow MoSe/N-doped carbon composited with ZnInS constructing dual Z-scheme heterojunction for enhanced visible-light photocatalytic performances.

The hollow MoSe/N-doped carbon (NC) composite, which was obtained through Mo-polydopamine as a self-sacrificing template based on the Kirkendall effect, was further utilized to fabricate a novel ternary MoSe/NC/ZIS (MNZ) dual Z-scheme heterojunction by growing ZnInS (ZIS) onto it via a hydrothermal process. The optimized MNZ (12MNZ) heterojunction exhibits exceptional performance in photocatalytic degradation of tetracycline hydrochloride (TCH), hydrogen (H) evolution, hydrogen peroxide (HO) production, and carbon dioxide (CO) reduction under visible light irradiation. The 12MNZ photocatalyst achieves a significant photodegradation efficiency of TCH reaching 98.

A fluorescent aptasensor for accurate and sensitive detection of glyphosate based on asymmetrically competitive CRISPR/Cas12a with phosphorothioate-modified G-quadruplex.

Accurate detection of glyphosate (GLY) residues is essential for protecting public health, ensuring food safety, and preventing environmental pollution caused by excessive or improper herbicide application. Based on the asymmetric CRISPR/Cas12a system as a signal amplification technique, with phosphorothioate-modified hairpin G-quadruplex (psHG4) acting as a signal probe, a platform named ACC-GLY is developed for the sensitive and accurate detection of GLY. In the designed ACC-GLY platform, the target GLY specifically binds to the aptamer, and the cascading signal amplification strategy, driven by the DNase activity of a single Cas12a, is initiated by two competitive guide RNAs.

Performance assessment of three simplified Gielis equations in quantifying the geometries of lanceolate bamboo leaves.

Accurate quantification of bamboo leaf morphology is essential for understanding plant morphogenesis and development. However, most bamboo leaves exhibit long lanceolate shape characteristic, posing challenges in finding suitable mathematical models for accurate shape description. Previous studies indicated that the simplified versions of Gielis equation, a nonlinear polar coordinate system derived from the superellipse equation, have shown promise in describing bamboo leaf geometries.

A Stable Metal Chalcogenide Cluster-Based Framework Decorated with Transition Metal Complexes for an Efficient Electrocatalytic O Reduction Reaction.

Highly efficient and stable non-Pt-based electrocatalysts for oxygen reduction reactions (ORRs) are highly desirable in energy conversion and storage systems. Herein, we report a hydrothermally synthesized metal chalcogenide cluster-based framework (NCF-3-Mn), which is decorated with transition metal complexes ([Mn(TEPA)], TEPA = tetraethylenepentamine), for an electrocatalytic O reduction reaction (ORR). Benefitting from the abundant Mn-S bonds and Mn-N-C structures in NCF-3-Mn, it was found that NCF-3-Mn displayed a high onset potential (0.

Ferulic acid and N-Feruloylserotonin ameliorate LPS-induced intestinal inflammation via modulation of gut microbiota, metabolome, and transcriptome.

Intestinal homeostasis depends critically on the dynamic interplay between gut microbiota, epithelial barriers, and host immunity, dysregulation of this triad can initiate inflammatory cascades. Ferulic acid and its derivative N-Feruloylserotonin demonstrate significant anti-inflammatory activity, though their intestinal protective effects and mechanisms require further elucidation. Therefore, this study examined how these compounds mitigate lipopolysaccharide (LPS)-induced acute inflammation through integrated modulation of the gut microbiome, serum metabolome, and transcriptional networks.

Skeletal editing of pyridines to aryldialdehydes.

Electron-deficient nitrogen-containing aromatic heterocycles, particularly pyridine derivatives, can be converted into all-carbon aromatic frameworks via the ANRORC (Addition of Nucleophile, Ring-Opening, and Ring-Closing) skeletal editing process, providing a convenient tool for molecular diversification. However, reported methods are mainly limited to nucleophilic modification of ring-opening species. Herein, we report a distinct electrophilic modification method, smoothly converting pyridines into arene-1,3-dialdehydes or naphthalene-1,3-dialdehydes.

Assessing the location potential for tourism development of traditional villages in Sichuan province, China.

With the advancement of the rural revitalization strategy, traditional villages are facing both opportunities and challenges for development. Tourism development is considered an effective means of preserving and utilizing traditional villages, and assessing the potential of village locations is crucial for decision-makers in formulating reasonable tourism development plans. Sichuan Province has 396 national-level traditional villages, but the distribution patterns and location potential across various spatial scales need further exploration.

Skeletal editing of 4-arylpyrimidines into diverse nitrogen heteroaromatics via four-atom synthons.

Scaffold hopping is a key strategy in drug discovery. While one-to-one scaffold hopping strategies are thriving and evolving, one-to-multiple strategies remain challenging to design. We present here a distinct scaffold hopping strategy for the skeletal editing of pyrimidines into a wide range of heteroarenes through the addition of nucleophiles, ring-opening, fragmentation, and ring-closing (ANROFRC) processes.

Temporal Dynamics of Electroencephalography Microstates Reveal Altered Attention Processing in Individuals With Prelingual Deafness.

Purpose: Brain network dysfunction is associated with many diseases. Electroencephalography (EEG) microstates provide valuable insights into brain dynamics and the connection between abnormal brain activity and cognitive functions. However, few studies have examined the relationship between microstate patterns and attentional functions in deaf individuals.

Enhancing action recognition in educational settings using AI-driven information systems for public health monitoring.

Introduction: The integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) into educational environments is revolutionizing action recognition, offering a transformative opportunity to enhance public health monitoring. Traditional methods, which primarily rely on rule-based algorithms or handcrafted feature extraction, face significant challenges in adaptability, scalability, and real-time processing. These limitations hinder their effectiveness, particularly in detecting health-related behaviors such as sedentary patterns, social interactions, and hygiene compliance.

Engineered Halomonas sp. Y3 enables highly efficient upcycling of poly(ethylene terephthalate) to polyhydroxyalkanoates.

The global plastic crisis demands innovative solutions for recycling polyethylene terephthalate (PET), a chemically stable polymer constituting 23 % of annual plastic waste. This study presents a significant advance in PET upcycling using engineered Halomonas sp. Y3, a halophilic bacterium uniquely suited for industrial bioprocessing.

Effects of replacing zinc oxide with different levels of zinc lactate on growth performance, serum indexes, intestinal health and gut microbiota in weaned piglets.

Introduction: This study evaluated the efficacy of substituting zinc oxide (ZnO) with varying levels of zinc lactate (ZnL) in weaned piglets.

Methods: A total of 128 Duroc × Landrace × Yorkshire (DLY) weaned piglets (7.31 ± 0.

DFT Prediction of Structural and Physical Properties of CrAlC Under Pressure.

This work explores the physical properties of the MAX-phase material CrAlC through the application of density functional theory (DFT). The refined lattice parameters were determined through the minimization of the total energy. In order to explore the electronic properties and bonding features, we carried out computations on the band structure and charge density distribution.

Enrichment of Feammox microflora utilizing in-situ iron in excess activated sludge: substrate metabolism, gene variation, and microbial communities.

In anaerobic ammonium oxidation coupled with ferric iron reduction (Feammox) culture systems, the Feammox process coexists with nitrate-dependent ferrous iron oxidation (NDFO). To enrich Feammox microflora, Fe-rich excess activated sludge (EAS) was used as the inoculum and iron source, and NDFO was used to convert Fe in EAS to Fe, providing an iron source for Feammox microorganisms. Feammox microflora were obtained after 74-d cultivation, when the NH-N removal capacity was 2.

The hot air circulation ventilation composting system removes antibiotic resistance genes through competitive inhibition by core bacteria.

Livestock manure is a significant reservoir of antibiotic resistance genes (ARGs). Aerobic composting technology can produce mature compost while effectively removing ARGs. In this study, we developed an energy-saving and emission-reducing hot air circulating ventilated composting technology (HACV), which had no adverse effects on the composting process or compost maturity.

An exploratory framework for EEG-based monitoring of motivation and performance in athletic-like scenarios.

Motivation is a key psychological factor influencing athletic performance, especially in high-intensity disciplines such as track and field. However, traditional assessment methods-ranging from self-report questionnaires to static physiological models-often fail to capture the temporal, individualized, and context-dependent nature of the motivation-performance relationship. In this study, we propose a hybrid EEG-based framework for modeling motivational states and forecasting athletic performance.

TiCT MXenes and MnO nanoparticles synergistically promote the electrochemical synthesis of ammonia under ambient conditions.

Ammonia serves as a hydrogen energy carrier and a renewable, zero-carbon fuel alternative that is safely transportable. The electrochemical catalytic reduction of N to NH in aqueous electrolytes at ambient temperature and pressure (eNRR) using electricity generated from renewable energy sources such as solar and wind power can provide an environmentally friendly approach. To effectively suppress the occurrence of hydrogen evolution side reactions, it is necessary to design and synthesize catalysts with high selectivity for N adsorption.

Integrating AI-generated content tools in higher education: a comparative analysis of interdisciplinary learning outcomes.

This study examines the integration of artificial intelligence-generated content (AIGC) tools across disciplines in higher education settings. Using a mixed-methods approach, we analyzed implementation patterns and learning outcomes across humanities, STEM, and social sciences programs at multiple institutions. Findings revealed a 37% increase in interdisciplinary project outcomes (measured by collaborative problem-solving scores, cross-domain knowledge integration ratings, and peer evaluation metrics) when AIGC tools were strategically implemented, with significant variations in effectiveness based on implementation approach.

Gut microbiota composition and phylogenetic analysis in autism spectrum disorder: a comparative study.

Background: Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is frequently associated with gastrointestinal (GI) disturbances, implicating the gut microbiota and its metabolites, short-chain fatty acids (SCFAs), in disease pathology via the gut-brain axis. However, the microbial-SCFA nexus in ASD remains controversial, necessitating integrated analyses to clarify these relationships. This study aimed to investigate intestinal microbiota composition and its potential influence on SCFA production in children with ASD compared to typically developing Control, exploring links to GI symptoms and neurodevelopmental outcomes.

Molecular Recognition and Modification Strategies of Umami Dipeptides with T1R1/T1R3 Receptors.

Umami is a fundamental taste sensation, often described as a delicious and pleasant flavor perception. To enhance or complement the original flavor and meet the tastes of diverse regions, umami dipeptides have been extensively utilized in global food manufacturing. Currently, the application and purification techniques of dipeptides are relatively mature, while their umami mechanisms and molecular modification are both scarce.

Perceived social support and self-esteem predict cyberbullying among rural left-behind adolescents.

This study aimed to investigate the relationship between perceived social support, self-esteem, and cyberbullying among rural left-behind adolescents. A cross-lagged analysis was conducted with a sample of 981 rural left-behind adolescents Jiangsu province and Sichuan province, who completed a questionnaire twice at 3-month intervals. The results indicated that: (1) Perceived social support at Time 1 positively and significantly predicted self-esteem at Time 2, while negatively and significantly predicting cyberbullying at Time 2; (2) Self-esteem at Time 1 did not significantly predict perceived social support and cyberbullying at Time 2; (3) Cyberbullying at Time 1 did not significantly and negatively predicted perceived social support at Time 2, and while negatively and significantly predicting self-esteem at Time 2; (4) Self-esteem plays a partial mediating role between perceived social support and cyberbullying.

Gesture recognition and response system for special education using computer vision and human-computer interaction technology.

Gesture recognition has emerged as a pivotal technology for enhancing human-computer interaction (HCI), especially in the context of special education. This study presents a comprehensive gesture recognition and response system that leverages advanced deep learning architectures, including AlexNet, VGG19, ResNet and MobileNet, combined with machine learning algorithms such as support vector machines (SVM) and random forest. The proposed system achieves state-of-the-art performance, with an accuracy of 95.