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Multidisciplinary and multiscale nanoscience research roadmap based on large scientific facilities
With the advancement of modern science and technology, large scientific facilities are increasingly oriented toward demand and application, and can be used for basic research as well as serving multiple discip...
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Open AccessA comprehensive evaluation of a historical leather armor from Yanghai Cemetery, Turpan
A comprehensive evaluation of collagen-based historical artifacts is crucial for the preservation and inheritance of cultural relics, necessitating interdisciplinary approaches that integrate scientific knowle...
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Graphitic carbons: preparation, characterization, and application on K-ion batteries
K-ion batteries (KIBs) have drawn much attention due to the abundant potassium reserves and wide accessibility as well as high energy density, which can be designed for large-scale energy storage systems. As t...
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Detection of two homologous major QTLs and development of diagnostic molecular markers for sucrose content in peanut
We identified two stable and homologous major QTLs for sucrose content in peanut, and developed breeder-friendly molecular markers for marker-assisted selection breeding.
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Open AccessInsights into Nano- and Micro-Structured Scaffolds for Advanced Electrochemical Energy Storage
Recent advances in electrochemical energy storage based on nano- and micro-structured (NMS) scaffolds are summarized and discussed.
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Identification of QTLs associated with very-long chain fatty acid (VLCFA) content via linkage map** and BSA-seq in peanut
Three major QTLs qA01, qB04.1 and qB05 for VLCFA content and their corresponding allele-specific markers will benefit peanut low VLCFA breeding, and a candidate gene Arahy.IF1JV3 was predicted.
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Open AccessGenome-wide analysis of UDP-glycosyltransferase gene family and identification of a flavonoid 7-O-UGT (AhUGT75A) enhancing abiotic stress in peanut (Arachis hypogaea L.)
Glycosylation, catalyzed by UDP-glycosyltransferase (UGT), was important for enhancing solubility, bioactivity, and diversity of flavonoids. Peanut (Arachis hypogaea L.) is an important oilseed and cash crop worl...
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Birch bark tar ornaments: identification of 2000-year-old beads and bracelets in southwest China
Birch bark tar is one of the oldest man-made organic materials, which was most commonly served as adhesives in ancient Eurasia, but little is known about its usage in personal ornaments. In this study, we pres...
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Characterization and evaluation of UV-irradiation aging of urushi by micro-UV/Py-GC/MS system
Lacquer is the main raw material of lacquerware, while UV-irradiation is an important factor leading to its aging. In order to investigate the aging behavior of urushi lacquer film under UV-irradiation, and to...
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Open AccessTetrachromatic vision-inspired neuromorphic sensors with ultraweak ultraviolet detection
Sensing and recognizing invisible ultraviolet (UV) light is vital for exploiting advanced artificial visual perception system. However, due to the uncertainty of the natural environment, the UV signal is very ...
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Identification of a stable major sucrose-related QTL and diagnostic marker for flavor improvement in peanut
An InDel marker closely linked with a major and stable quantitative trait locus (QTL) on chromosome A08, qSUCA08.2, controlling sucrose content will benefit peanut flavor improvement.
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Open AccessThe earliest known artificial synthesized ε-Fe2O3 in the Deqing Kiln ceramic ware of Tang Dynasty
Metastable ε-Fe2O3 was discovered on a ceramic ware of Deqing kiln of the Tang Dynasty, which coexists with α-Fe2O3 in the brown area between adjacent black glaze areas, and it is the earliest known artificially ...
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Open AccessA robust pipeline for ranking carrier frequencies of autosomal recessive and X-linked Mendelian disorders
Single gene disorders are individually rare but collectively common leading causes of neonatal and pediatric morbidity and mortality. Both parents or the mothers of affected individuals with autosomal recessiv...
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Activated carbon prepared from waste tire pyrolysis carbon black via CO2/KOH activation used as supercapacitor electrode
As the quantity of waste tires increases, more pyrolysis carbon black (CBp), a type of low value-added carbon black, is being produced. However, the application of CBp has been limited. Therefore, it is necess...
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Open AccessSoft Tissue Deformation Modeling in the Procedure of Needle Insertion: A Kriging-Based Method
The simulation and planning system (SPS) requires accurate and real-time feedback regarding the deformation of soft tissues during the needle insertion procedure. Traditional mechanical-based models such as th...
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Open AccessWell-defined nanostructuring with designable anodic aluminum oxide template
Well-defined nanostructuring over size, shape, spatial configuration, and multi-combination is a feasible concept to reach unique properties of nanostructure arrays, while satisfying such broad and stringent r...
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Detection of a major QTL and development of KASP markers for seed weight by combining QTL-seq, QTL-map** and RNA-seq in peanut
Combining QTL-seq, QTL-map** and RNA-seq identified a major QTL and candidate genes, which contributed to the development of KASP markers and understanding of molecular mechanisms associated with seed weight...
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Open AccessComprehensive evaluation of Chinese peanut mini-mini core collection and QTL map** for aflatoxin resistance
Aflatoxin contamination caused by Aspergillus fungi has been a serious factor affecting food safety of peanut (Arachis hypogaea L.) because aflatoxins are highly harmful for human and animal health. As three mech...
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Identification and validation of a major locus with linked marker for resveratrol content in culitivated peanut
Resveratrol, a polyphenolic compound, is related with stress resistance or tolerance in plants and highly beneficial to human health. Peanut (Arachis hypogaea L.) is not only an important oilseed crop worldwide b...
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Open AccessAnalytical investigation of the feather decoration technique of a seventeenth to eighteenth century Chinese imperial hanging screen
Decoration with feathers is a universal phenomenon in human history. Objects decorated with feathers were regarded as fine artworks and hence were enormously prized. In ancient China, dotting a surface with bl...
