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Open AccessChiral multiferroicity in two-dimensional hybrid organic-inorganic perovskites
Chiral multiferroics offer remarkable capabilities for controlling quantum devices at multiple levels. However, these materials are rare due to the competing requirements of long-range orders and strict symmet...
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A small-molecule activation mechanism that directly opens the KCNQ2 channel
Pharmacological activation of voltage-gated ion channels by ligands serves as the basis for therapy and mainly involves a classic gating mechanism that augments the native voltage-dependent open probability. T...
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Preliminary analysis of the mechanism in the July 16, 2022 Gaojiashan cascading hazard: a landslide-induced debris flow in Southwest China
Debris flows can be triggered by landslides and lake outbursts, constituting cascading hazards that pose threats to life and property. However, cascading mechanisms are poorly understood due to the complex ene...
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Open AccessPredictive significance of systemic immune-inflammation index combined with prealbumin for postoperative pneumonia following lung resection surgery
We aimed to determine whether systemic immune-inflammation index (SII) combined with prealbumin can provide better predictive power for postoperative pneumonia in patients undergoing lung resection surgery.
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PIV-based fast pressure reconstruction and noise prediction of tandem cylinder configuration
The present work proposes a fast and optimized experimental approach for pressure reconstruction and far-field noise prediction for flow past tandem cylinders based on time-resolved particle image velocimetry ...
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A comprehensive crown profile model of planted Larix kaempferi from different latitudes in China
Crown profile has been the key indicator for assessing tree vigor and has many potential applications in forest growth modelling and forest management. Based on the measurement of the branches for a total of 156
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Open AccessFirst-line penpulimab (an anti-PD1 antibody) and anlotinib (an angiogenesis inhibitor) with nab-paclitaxel/gemcitabine (PAAG) in metastatic pancreatic cancer: a prospective, multicentre, biomolecular exploratory, phase II trial
Metastatic pancreatic cancer (mPC) has a dismal prognosis. Herein, we conducted a prospective, multicentre, single-arm, phase II trial evaluating the efficacy and safety of penpulimab and anlotinib in combinat...
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Plasmonic quantum dots modulated nano-mineral toward photothermal reduction of CO2 coupled with biomass conversion
Simultaneous conversion of CO2 and biomass into value-added chemicals through solar-driven catalysis holds tremendous importance for fostering a sustainable circular economy. Herein, plasmonic Bi quantum dots wer...
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Microstructure and Mechanical Properties of the AlCrFeCoNip/AZ91D Composites After Heat Treatment
To enhance the comprehensive performance of Mg matrix composites, as-cast AlCrFeCoNip/AZ91D composites with different reinforcement contents were heat treated. Optical microscopy, scanning electron microscopy, an...
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World’s first implementation of close-fit pipe jacking of twin tunnels for construction of subway station—Innovation in equipment and construction technology
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A small landslide induced a large disaster prior to the heavy rainy season in **kouhe, Sichuan, China: characteristics, mechanism, and lessons
Small-scale landslides that occur at unexpected locations and seasons can cause severe losses of life and property. Unusually, the Shidang landslide occurred prior to the rainy season in **kouhe County, Sichu...
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A novel numerical modeling method for studying the failure mechanism of the main roof with different thicknesses in longwall coal seam mining
Discrete element method (DEM) has been widely used in studying fracture development of rock due to its ability to accurately depict particle interactions. In order to more intuitively describe the fracture cha...
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Review on two-dimensional metal–organic frameworks for biological sensing: current challenges and new frontiers
The development of analytical chemistry relies on the ability for rapid and accurate determination of the substances and molecules. To date, tremendous efforts have been made to explore chemical and biological...
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Static and dynamic contact performance of marine circuit breakers consider jolt vibration
To overcome the jolt vibration impact of marine circuit breakers, this paper studies the relationship between the influence parameters and the contact performance of the contact system. A parametric approach i...
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Open AccessIntelligent conflict detection of IoT services using high-level Petri nets
Internet of Things has become a common paradigm for various domains. To meet a user’s complex requirement, we should compose multiple IoT devices (IoT services) to provide comprehensive services to the user. H...
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Experimental and numerical investigation of the flexural performance of channel steel-bolt joint for prefabricated subway stations
Flexural performance of joints is critical for prefabricated structures. This study presents a novel channel steel-bolt (CB) joint for prefabricated subway stations. Full-scale tests are carried out to investi...
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The first chiral cerium halide towards circularly-polarized luminescence in the UV region
Chiral organic-inorganic hybrid metal halides (OIHMHs) have attracted broader scientific community recently in spin light-emitting diodes, and circularly polarized light-emitting diodes. However, the emission ...
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An integrated framework for automatic green building evaluation: A case study of China
With the burgeoning emphasis on sustainable construction practices in China, the demand for green building assessment has significantly escalated. The overall evaluation process comprises two key components: T...
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Open AccessLocal dominance unveils clusters in networks
Clusters or communities can provide a coarse-grained description of complex systems at multiple scales, but their detection remains challenging in practice. Community detection methods often define communities...
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Open AccessThe C2 isthmus screw provided sufficient biomechanical stability in the setting of atlantoaxial dislocation-a finite element study
The emerging of the C2 isthmus screw fixation technique is gaining popularity in the setting of atlantoaxial dislocation or other conditions requiring fixation of C2. However, the biomechanical stability of th...
