Jonghwa Lee¹, Youngho Kim^2,*

International Journal of Mental Health Promotion, Vol.28, No.8, 2026, DOI:10.32604/ijmhp.2026.081241 - 31 August 2026

Abstract Objectives: The present study aimed to investigate how environmental context modulates flow experience, mood states, and brain waves during moderate-intensity cycling. Methods: Fifty healthy adults were initially recruited; four participants withdrew during the study, resulting in a final sample of 46 participants. Flow experience was assessed using the Flow State Scale (FSS), mood states were measured using the Profile of Mood States (POMS), and cortical activity was recorded using a Quick-20 Dry EEG headset. Participants performed 300 s of moderate-intensity cycling under three environmental conditions: indoor, outdoor, and virtual reality (VR). Repeated-measures analysis of variance (ANOVA)… More >

Ismael Salamah Albursan¹, Mohammad Farhan Al. Qudah¹, Eqbal Z. Darandari¹, Salaheldin Farah Bakhiet^2,*, Mohammed Ateik Al-Khadher¹

Journal of Psychology in Africa, Vol.36, No.4, pp. 651-658, 2026, DOI:10.32604/jpa.2026.070232 - 31 August 2026

Abstract The Wechsler Intelligence Scale for Children 3rd version (WISC-III) is a widely used assessment tool for children’s intellectual functioning, including in non-Western settings. Yet, the evidence is scarce of possible gender differences among Sudanese students. This study examined possible gender differences in the Wechsler Intelligence Scale for Children 3rd version (WISC-III) scores among Sudanese students by exploring Differential Item Functioning (DIF) across five subtests: picture completion, information, similarities, picture arrangement, and object assembly. The study sample comprised 455 boys and 525 girls aged 6 to 16. The results following a Likelihood-Ratio Test within Item Response More >

Tao Tong^1,*, Peng Wang¹, Xiaolin Zhao², Zhigang Zhao², Ke Wang², Chen Cao³, Xincai Ming⁴

Energy Engineering, Vol.123, No.10, 2026, DOI:10.32604/ee.2026.078218 - 30 August 2026

Abstract The power transformer serves as a critical hub equipment in the electric power industry, performing the core functions of voltage transformation and power transmission in power grids. Among various potential hazards, through-fault short-circuit impacts are particularly destructive, capable of inducing severe deformation of the transformer windings and even triggering internal faults, thereby posing a major threat to grid stability. Consequently, accurate diagnosis of transformer damage after short-circuit impacts and scientific formulation of targeted overhaul strategies are of vital practical significance for ensuring safe and reliable power supply. In this paper, a comprehensive diagnostic analysis method… More >

José G. Joya Dávila^1,*, Federico A. Gutiérrez Miceli², Leslie A. Serrano Gómez¹, Olivia Tzintzun Camacho¹, Dagoberto Durán Hernández¹, Alexis Salazar Navarro¹, David Cervantes-García¹, Ulin Antobelli Basilio Cortes¹, Anayancy Lam Gutiérrez³, Daniel González Mendoza¹

Phyton-International Journal of Experimental Botany, Vol.95, No.8, 2026, DOI:10.32604/phyton.2026.087160 - 28 August 2026

Abstract Water deficit is one of the major constraints to the establishment and early growth of cacao (Theobroma cacao L.), particularly under increasingly frequent and intense drought conditions. The objective of this study was to evaluate the morphological and physiological responses of cacao seedlings subjected to progressive water deficit under nursery conditions. Plants were evaluated over a 45-day period without irrigation and compared with well-watered plants maintained at 60% of substrate field capacity. Growth variables, photosynthetic pigment concentrations, and proline accumulation in leaves, stems, and roots were evaluated. Stem length showed no significant differences between treatments, whereas… More >

Leonardo Daniel Villalana Alvarez¹, Abraham Heriberto García-Campoy², Alethia Muñiz-Ramirez^3,*

Phyton-International Journal of Experimental Botany, Vol.95, No.8, 2026, DOI:10.32604/phyton.2026.085201 - 28 August 2026

Abstract Diabetes mellitus is a metabolic disorder characterized by chronic hyperglycemia, oxidative stress, and the formation of advanced glycation end products (AGEs). This study examined the antiglycation, antioxidant, and antidiabetic properties of the methanolic extract of Ibervillea sonorae (IsM). Antiglycation activity was assessed in vitro using a bovine serum albumin–glucose model, and the antidiabetic effects were evaluated using a zebrafish model of experimentally induced hyperglycemia. Gas chromatography–mass spectrometry (GC–MS) analysis revealed several metabolites, including fatty acids and phytosterols. The extract significantly inhibited AGEs formation in vitro and reduced AGEs accumulation in the ocular tissue of diabetic zebrafish. In vivo treatment More > Graphic Abstract

Mehmet Işik^*

Phyton-International Journal of Experimental Botany, Vol.95, No.8, 2026, DOI:10.32604/phyton.2026.077897 - 28 August 2026

Abstract The aim of the study examines the effects of contrasting greenhouse microclimates on nutrient uptake, dry matter yield (DMY), and water use efficiency (WUE) in maize (Zea mays L.) during the early vegetative stage, under limited irrigation conditions. The study addresses the question of how microclimatic factors, particularly airflow and the humidity of the greenhouse, affect plant growth and nutrient dynamics under deficit irrigation conditions. The experiment was established at the Research and Application Greenhouses of the Department of Soil Science and Plant Nutrition, Çukurova University, Adana, Türkiye. Two greenhouse environments were compared: first with a… More >

Rahul Kumar¹, Faladrum Sharma², Pradeep Kumar Karsh^3,*

CMES-Computer Modeling in Engineering & Sciences, Vol.148, No.2, 2026, DOI:10.32604/cmes.2026.086198 - 28 August 2026

Abstract The increasing environmental concerns after the United Nations’ push towards sustainable development goals (SDGs) and depletion of non-renewable resources have accelerated the global pursuit of sustainable materials. Within this framework, bio-based polymer composites have gained considerable attention for their ability to balance mechanical performance, cost-effectiveness, and environmental responsibility. Biofibres/fillers-based polymer composites reinforced with natural fibres like jute, bamboo, coconut coir, pineapple leaf fibre (PALF), and flax offer an attractive combination of mechanical performance, cost-effectiveness, and environmental sustainability. Moreover, additive manufacturing (3D printing), coupled with machine learning, digital twins, and data-driven material design, is transforming the… More >

Shamsh Parveen¹, Mehtab Alam^2,*, Ashraf Ali³, Abdullah Alourani⁴

CMES-Computer Modeling in Engineering & Sciences, Vol.148, No.2, 2026, DOI:10.32604/cmes.2026.083687 - 28 August 2026

Abstract Accurate prediction of complex failure modes in anisotropic composite structures—specifically matrix cracking, fiber rupture, and delamination (stratification)—remains a central challenge in computational fracture mechanics. The primary goal of this work is to bridge the gap between high-fidelity physical modeling and computational efficiency. While the extended finite element method (XFEM) enables mesh-independent crack modeling, its computational cost limits scalability. This work proposes a deep learning–accelerated extended finite element framework (DL-XFEM) that couples physically admissible XFEM fields with a neural network surrogate to predict incremental crack growth. XFEM is employed to generate stress-intensity factors and fracture-consistent state… More >

Wentao Su^1,#, Aishan Gulijiakela^1,#, Jihao Xiong¹, San Zhang¹, Ke Ma^2,*

BIOCELL, Vol.50, No.9, 2026, DOI:10.32604/biocell.2026.081235 - 26 August 2026

Abstract Objective: Mitochondrial dysfunction and ferroptosis contribute critically to acute lung injury (ALI), yet therapies targeting this pathway remain limited. This study investigates whether Salviadione, a rare alkaloid, protects against lipopolysaccharide (LPS)-induced epithelial damage by modulating the mitochondrial ferroptosis pathway. Methods: Network pharmacology, molecular docking, and molecular dynamics simulations identified potential targets. An in vitro model of lung epithelial injury was established using BEAS-2B cells exposed to LPS. Cell viability, lactate dehydrogenase (LDH) release, lipid peroxidation, Fe²⁺ accumulation, glutathione peroxidase 4 (GPX4) and acyl-CoA synthetase long-chain family member 4 (ACSL4) expression, mitochondrial membrane potential (ΔΨm), mitochondrial reactive oxygen species… More >

Qianqian Peng, Fengjian He, Shumin Pan, Yinghua Ou^*

BIOCELL, Vol.50, No.9, 2026, DOI:10.32604/biocell.2026.081188 - 26 August 2026

Abstract Background: Nonalcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH) is a liver disease characterized by inflammation and fibrosis. Oridonin (Ori) exhibits anti-inflammatory and anti-fibrotic properties, but its role in NASH remains unclear. The study aimed to investigate whether Ori alleviates NASH injury by regulating pyroptosis through the nuclear factor-κB (NF-κB)/nucleotide-binding oligomerization domain-like receptor protein 3 (NLRP3) axis. Methods: An in vitro NASH model was established in HepG2 cells using free fatty acids (FFA), and an in vivo model was induced in mice using a methionine-choline-deficient (MCD) diet. Biochemical assays, staining, flow cytometry, Western blot, and immunofluorescence assessed lipid accumulation, oxidative stress, inflammation, pyroptosis,… More > Graphic Abstract