Eko Budi Santoso^1,2, Nur Izyan Wan Azelee^3,4, Deded Sarip Nawawi², Wasrin Syafii^2,*, Widya Fatriasari^2,5,*

Journal of Renewable Materials, Vol.13, No.5, pp. 865-884, 2025, DOI:10.32604/jrm.2025.058804 - 20 May 2025

Abstract The significant amount of ash content in agricultural biomass presents an enormous challenge for efficient conversion processes. In addressing this issue, various deashing treatments have been tested and established, including simple leaching techniques, which can either be performed with or without the addition of chemical agents. These techniques hold promise for improving the deashing efficiency while potentially altering the structural and chemical composition of biomass, specifically lignin content, which is the key focus of this review. This review starts by exploring the presence of ash in agricultural residues and its impact on biomass properties. Next,… More > Graphic Abstract

Zihan Ma^1,2, Yan Wu¹, Hongyan Wang^2,*, Shaofei Yuan², Jian Zhang²

Journal of Renewable Materials, Vol.13, No.5, pp. 931-955, 2025, DOI:10.32604/jrm.2025.02024-0040 - 20 May 2025

Abstract Herein, the surface of Moso bamboo was hydrophobically modified by combining O₂/N₂ plasma treatments with polydimethylsiloxane (PDMS) solution treatment as the hydrophobic solution. The effects of plasma treatment process (power and time), PDMS solution concentration, and maceration time on the hydrophobic performance of bamboo specimens were studied, and the optimal treatment conditions for improving the hydrophobicity were determined. Scanning electron microscopy (SEM), fourier transform infrared (FTIR), X-ray diffraction (XRD), and X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy (XPS) were used to analyze the surface morphology, chemical structure, and functional groups in the specimens before and after the plasma and PDMS… More > Graphic Abstract

Wenny Surya Murtius^1,2,*, Bambang Dwi Argo^3,*, Irnia Nurika¹, Sukardi¹

Journal of Renewable Materials, Vol.13, No.5, pp. 997-1020, 2025, DOI:10.32604/jrm.2025.02024-0004 - 20 May 2025

Abstract A stepwise pretreatment process for coconut dregs (CD) has been investigated to enhance availability of hemicellulose. Recently, lignocellulose-rich agricultural waste such as CD has garnered substantial attention as a sustainable raw material for producing value-added bio-products. To optimize the process variables within the stepwise pretreatment using Pulsed Electric Field (PEF) and Solid-State Fermentation (SSF), Response Surface Methodology (RSM) based on Central Composite Design (CCD) was employed. PEF, a non-thermal physical treatment, offers advantages such as low energy consumption and reduced processing times, while SSF utilizes Pleurotus ostreatus to promote biodegradation. A statistical model was constructed using… More > Graphic Abstract

Siqi Ma^*, Pei Zhang

Journal of Psychology in Africa, Vol.35, No.1, pp. 135-141, 2025, DOI:10.32604/jpa.2025.065759 - 30 April 2025

Abstract This study aimed to explore how core self-evaluations and gender influence interpersonal adjustment and depression risk. Participants were 1748 college students (female = 59.73%, male = 40.27%, mean age = 18.71 years, SD = 0.78 years). The students completed the Interpersonal Adjustment Scale for College Students, Center for Epidemiological Studies Depression Scale, and Core Self-evaluation Scale. The results of Linear regression and mediated moderated effects modeling revealed that college students with higher interpersonal adjustment and core self-evaluation scores were at lower risk for depression. Core self-evaluation mediated the relationship between interpersonal adjustment and depression in More >

Mihály Murányi^1,*, András Domoszlai¹, Attila Csaba Nagy², Tibor Flaskó¹

Canadian Journal of Urology, Vol.32, No.2, pp. 119-127, 2025, DOI:10.32604/cju.2025.063821 - 30 April 2025

Abstract Introduction: We aimed to compare the oncological and functional outcomes of glansectomy and split-thickness skin graft reconstruction (GR) with those of glansectomy alone (GA) and penile amputation (PA). Materials and Methods: This retrospective study included patients with penile carcinoma or penile intraepithelial neoplasia diagnosed between 2017 and 2022. Surgical outcomes, complications, and oncological outcomes were assessed through a chart review, and functional outcomes were assessed using a questionnaire administered to patients who underwent GR (group A), GA (group B), or PA (group C). Results: Six, eight, and seven patients were enrolled in groups A, B, and… More >

Prans Brazdausks^*, Maris Puke, Guntis Sosins

Journal of Renewable Materials, Vol.13, No.4, pp. 719-730, 2025, DOI:10.32604/jrm.2025.057944 - 21 April 2025

Abstract Oat husks, a byproduct of oat milling operations with limited economic value, present a promising feedstock for biorefinery processes due to their chemical composition. This study investigates the conversion of C5 carbohydrates in oat husks into furfural through hydrothermal pretreatment using various phosphate-based catalysts, including H₃PO₄, NH₄H₂PO₄, NaH₂PO₄, KH₂PO₄, K₂HPO₄ and K₃PO₄ as catalyst. The catalysts’ effectiveness in promoting furfural production was evaluated under identical hydrothermal conditions (treatment time for 60 min at a constant temperature of 170°C and a catalyst amount). Continuous water steam was used to strip furfural from the reaction zone and minimize its degradation.… More > Graphic Abstract

JINGDAN QUAN¹, ZIXIN WAN¹, WEI WU², XINYUAN CAO², JIAYUAN QIU², XIAOYE LIU², ZHIWEI ZHANG^1,*

Oncology Research, Vol.33, No.5, pp. 1069-1089, 2025, DOI:10.32604/or.2025.063005 - 18 April 2025

Abstract One of the most prevalent malignant tumors worldwide, stomach cancer still has a high incidence and fatality rate in China, and the number of young people developing early-onset gastric cancer is steadily increasing. The 5-year survival rate of stomach cancer is typically 30%–35%, the prognosis is bad, the patients’ quality of life is low, and the progression of advanced gastric cancer cannot be effectively managed despite the use of surgical surgery, chemotherapy, and other medicines. We urgently need molecular biomarkers with high specificity and sensitivity to increase the early gastric cancer detection rate, extend patient… More >

HAISU LIANG^1,2,#, WEI YAN^3,#, ZHI LIU^1,4, YUNBO HE^1,2,5, JIAO HU¹, ZHIWEI SHU¹, HUIHUANG LI¹, BELAYDI OTHMANE¹, WENBIAO REN^1,6, CHAO QUAN¹, DONGXU QIU¹, MINFENG CHEN¹, WEI XIONG⁵, BINGNAN ZHANG^1,*, PEIHUA LIU^1,2,*

Oncology Research, Vol.33, No.5, pp. 1105-1119, 2025, DOI:10.32604/or.2024.054623 - 18 April 2025

Abstract Circular RNAs (circRNAs) are a type of non coding RNA that possess unique single stranded circular structures formed through reverse splicing mechanisms. Due to the lack of a free end that is typically susceptible to degradation by nucleases, circular RNAs exhibit resistance to ribonuclease R, making them highly stable in eukaryotic cells. The complex relationship between circRNA dysregulation and various pathophysiological conditions, especially cancer. Tumor microenvironment (TME) is a collective term for various components surrounding tumors and is an important factor affecting tumor development. Simultaneous infiltration of TME by different types of immune cells; These… More >

LIWEN FENG^1,2,#,*, YUTING CHEN^3,#, WENYI JIN⁴

Oncology Research, Vol.33, No.5, pp. 1091-1103, 2025, DOI:10.32604/or.2024.054207 - 18 April 2025

Abstract Osteosarcoma (OS) is a prevalent primary bone malignancy with limited treatment options. Therefore, it is imperative to investigate and understand the mechanisms underlying OS pathogenesis. Cancer-associated fibroblasts (CAFs) are markedly abundant in tumor stromal cells and are essentially involved in the modulation of tumor occurrence and development. In recent years, CAFs have become a hotspot as researchers aim to elucidate CAF mechanisms that regulate tumor progression. However, most studies on CAFs are limited to a few common cancers, and their association with OS remains elusive. This review describes the role and current knowledge of CAFs More >

Dan Li¹, Jiayu Chen¹, Biyu Jiang¹, Ce Sun^2,*, Huazhan Yin^1,*

International Journal of Mental Health Promotion, Vol.27, No.3, pp. 347-361, 2025, DOI:10.32604/ijmhp.2025.059151 - 31 March 2025

Abstract Objectives: The statistics from World Health Organization show a high incidence of childhood maltreatment which has a negative impact on the development of middle school students; for this reason, it is necessary to investigate the potential harms of childhood maltreatment. This study aimed to explore the direct negative consequences of childhood maltreatment on subjective well-being as well as the mediating roles of shyness and emotion regulation strategies. Methods: A random cluster sampling survey was conducted among 1021 Chinese middle school students (male 49.2%, female 50.8%). The Subjective Well-Being Scale (SWLS), The Positive affect and Negative… More >