The authors designed a triboelectric nanogenerator with the goal to use it as an energy source for smart farming.
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The authors designed a triboelectric nanogenerator with the goal to use it as an energy source for smart farming.
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The study examined whether high school boys’ water polo teams located near strong programs had similar season performances during the 2024–2025 season.
Read More...Optimizing website performance: A comprehensive Google Lighthouse study on desktop and mobile modes
In this study, we examined the consistency and dependability of Google's Lighthouse tool for measuring website performance, accessibility, SEO, and best practices. Tests conducted on three websites showed that performance scores vary based on the testing mode and website complexity, while other audit categories stay constant. These results provide direction for researchers and developers by highlighting Lighthouse's benefits and drawbacks.
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Multi-omic analysis identifies mitochondrial dysfunction as a key feature of hypertrophic cardiomyopathy
This study used multi-omic analysis to investigate gene expression and DNA methylation patterns associated with hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM). The researchers found significant downregulation of mitochondrial and energy-related pathways, highlighting mitochondrial dysfunction—particularly altered PINK1 expression—as a potential contributor and therapeutic target in HCM.
Read More...Experimental evaluation of time-dependent buffer effectiveness in open vs. sealed Long Island Sound microcosms
This study tested the impact over several days of air-water gas exchange on pH recovery in acidified Long Island Sound water treated with chemical, mineral, and biological buffers.
Read More...Short-term effects of prescribed fires on riparian arthropods around wetlands in north central Florida
This study examined how prescribed fires affect arthropods in riparian zones surrounding wetlands in north-central Florida. Researchers found that spider abundance remained largely unchanged, while springtail abundance initially decreased but rebounded substantially one month after burning, suggesting early recovery of the riparian food web.
Read More...Comparison of shower filters for reducing total residual chlorine under household flow conditions
This study compared two commercial shower filters and three individual filtration media to evaluate their ability to reduce total residual chlorine under household flow conditions. By identifying which materials most effectively reduce chlorine during regular shower use, this research provides practical information for consumers and offers guidance for designing more affordable and reusable shower filtration systems.
Read More...B cell dynamics as predictive markers in triple-negative breast cancer treated with Pembrolizumab & radiation
This study used single-cell RNA sequencing to examine whether B cells can predict response to pembrolizumab and radiation therapy in patients with triple-negative breast cancer.
Read More...Increased survival of aquatic life through algal pretreatment of nitrate-contaminated runoff
Here the authors investigated the effectiveness of algal pretreatment in reducing nitrate toxicity and extending the survival of fish in contaminated river water. Their findings demonstrate that treating nitrate-polluted water with algae extended fish survival by up to 50%, suggesting that algae could serve as a valuable tool for mitigating the destructive impacts of agricultural and industrial runoff on aquatic ecosystems.
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