R. K. Mishra^a,*, M. N. Anwar^a, M. A. Hasan^b

Chalcogenide Letters, Vol.22, No.10, pp. 871-882, 2025, DOI:10.15251/CL.2025.2210.871

Abstract This study introduces a novel approach to enhancing the performance of CdTe/IGZO-based heterojunction solar cells by utilizing IGZO as both a window layer and an electron transport layer (ETL). A comprehensive simulation using SCAPS-1D was conducted to evaluate the impact of various transparent conductive oxides (TCOs), including ITO, SnO_₂, ZnO, and FTO, on key photovoltaic parameters such as power conversion efficiency (PCE), open-circuit voltage (Voc), short-circuit current density (Jsc), and fill factor (FF). The research also explores the critical role of transport layers (HTL/ETL) and their material properties, band alignment, carrier mobility, and defect density, in More >

Mircea Ţălu^1,2,*

Journal of Cyber Security, Vol.7, pp. 565-587, 2025, DOI:10.32604/jcs.2025.073690 - 11 December 2025

Abstract The rapid proliferation of Internet of Things (IoT) devices has intensified the demand for cryptographic solutions that balance security, performance, and resource efficiency. However, existing studies often focus on isolated algorithmic families, lacking a comprehensive structural and experimental comparison across diverse lightweight cryptographic designs. This study addresses that gap by providing an integrated analysis of modern lightweight cryptographic algorithms spanning six structural classes—Substitution–Permutation Network (SPN), Feistel Network (FN), Generalized Feistel Network (GFN), Addition–Rotation–XOR (ARX), Nonlinear Feedback Shift Register (NLFSR), and Hybrid models—evaluated on resource-constrained IoT platforms. The key contributions include: (i) establishing a unified benchmarking… More >

Edward Danso Ansong^*, Simon Bonsu Osei^*, Raphael Adjetey Adjei

Journal of Cyber Security, Vol.7, pp. 533-564, 2025, DOI:10.32604/jcs.2025.061821 - 11 December 2025

Abstract The surge in identity fraud, driven by the rapid adoption of mobile money, internet banking, and e-services during the COVID-19 pandemic, underscores the need for robust cybersecurity solutions. Zero-Knowledge Proofs (ZKPs) enable secure identity verification by allowing individuals to prove possession of a National ID card without revealing sensitive information. This study implements a ZKP-based identity verification system using Camenisch-Lysyanskaya (CL) signatures, reducing reliance on complex trusted setup ceremonies. While a trusted issuer is still required, as assumed in this work, our approach eliminates the need for broader system-wide trusted parameters. We evaluate the system’s More >

Yue Ma^1,2, Douwen Qin^1,2, Weiqiang Liu^1,2, Xiuting Ju^1,2,*

Phyton-International Journal of Experimental Botany, Vol.94, No.11, pp. 3527-3538, 2025, DOI:10.32604/phyton.2025.069643 - 01 December 2025

Abstract Comprehensive evaluation based on mineral element content is one of the effective methods for the exploration and utilization of wild tulip germplasm resources. In this study, Tulipa iliensis, Tulipa tianschanica and Tulipa heterophylla distributed in China were used as the research objects. The contents of 10 mineral elements (N, K, P, S, Ca, Mg, Cu, Zn, Fe, Mn) in roots, bulbs and leaves were determined, and the three wild tulips were comprehensively evaluated by correlation analysis, principal component analysis and cluster analysis. The results showed distinct variations in mineral element content among different organs of T. iliensis, T. tianschanica and T.… More >

Bo Wang¹, Fuyang Wu², Zifeng Chen², Libin Dai¹, Yifan Dong¹, Xiaotao Gao³, Zongfa Li^2,*

FDMP-Fluid Dynamics & Materials Processing, Vol.21, No.11, pp. 2701-2719, 2025, DOI:10.32604/fdmp.2025.067298 - 01 December 2025

Abstract Tight gas reservoirs are often characterized by pronounced heterogeneity and poor continuity, resulting in wide variability in production enhancement and net present value (NPV) for different geological parameter combinations (see e.g., the Ordos Basin). The conditions governing geological adaptability remain insufficiently defined. To address these challenges, this study integrates large-volume hydraulic fracturing, numerical production simulation, and economic evaluation to elucidate the mechanisms by which large-scale fracturing enhances fracture parameters in tight gas formations. The analysis reveals that, for identical proppant and fluid volumes, increasing the fracturing injection rate leads to longer and taller fractures. Over… More >

Chuang Meng^1,*, Yutong Bi¹, Bingji Zhang¹, Wentao Fu², Guang Chen³

Structural Durability & Health Monitoring, Vol.19, No.6, pp. 1681-1694, 2025, DOI:10.32604/sdhm.2025.068732 - 17 November 2025

Abstract The lift-and-transverse type parking equipment, with its core advantages such as high space utilization, modular and flexible layout, and intelligent operation, has become an efficient solution to alleviate the urban parking problem. However, existing research still lacks a systematic evaluation of its structural performance, particularly in areas such as the fatigue characteristics of steel frame materials, stress distribution under dynamic loads, and resonance risk analysis. The stress amplitude (S) and fatigue life (N) relationship curve of Q235 steel, the material used in the steel frame of the lift-and-transverse type parking equipment, was obtained through fatigue… More >

Zheng Liu^1,#, Xuhong Yan^2,#, Guicheng Liu¹, Jingyi Zhang¹, Xujun Yu³, Degui Chang^1,*, Liang Dong^3,*

Canadian Journal of Urology, Vol.32, No.5, pp. 385-400, 2025, DOI:10.32604/cju.2025.068136 - 30 October 2025

Abstract Late-onset hypogonadism (LOH), characterized by the intersection of aging and androgen deficiency, impacts the health of approximately 2%−39% of middle-aged and elderly men, underscoring the need for comprehensive research. Animal models, serving as analogs of human diseases, are indispensable for investigating disease mechanisms and facilitating drug development. However, the diverse array of animal models utilized for LOH research has led to a lack of standardized modeling approaches and evaluation systems, potentially impeding progress in understanding the pathogenesis and therapeutic development. In this paper, we summarize and compile the characteristics, methods, and evaluation systems of rodent More >

Mehmet Numan Kaya^*

CMES-Computer Modeling in Engineering & Sciences, Vol.145, No.1, pp. 327-343, 2025, DOI:10.32604/cmes.2025.072000 - 30 October 2025

Abstract This study investigates the influence of mesh resolution and turbulence model selection on the accuracy of numerical simulations for transonic flow, with particular emphasis on shock-boundary layer interaction phenomena. Accurate prediction of such flows is notoriously difficult due to the sensitivity to near-wall resolution, global mesh density, and turbulence model assumptions, and this problem motivates the present work. Two solvers were employed, rhoCentralFoam (unsteady) and TSLAeroFoam (steady-state), both are compressible and density-based and implemented within the OpenFOAM framework. The investigation focuses on three different non-dimensional wall distance (y⁺) values of 1, 2.5 and 5, each implemented… More >

Huazhe Wan¹, Wenying Huang², Wen Zhang², Chang Hu^2,*

International Journal of Mental Health Promotion, Vol.27, No.10, pp. 1611-1626, 2025, DOI:10.32604/ijmhp.2025.070457 - 31 October 2025

Abstract Background: Social anxiety is prevalent among adolescents and severely impacts their mental health and social functioning. This study aims to explore the underlying mechanisms and subgroup differences in adolescent social anxiety to provide a theoretical basis for targeted interventions. Methods: 3025 Chinese adolescents (Mean_age = 13.91 ± 1.60 years; 47% male) completed self-report measures of physical activity, core self-evaluation, and social anxiety. Variable-centered analyses employed PROCESS Model 4 with 5000 bootstrap samples; covariates were gender, grade, and place of residence. Person-centered analyses used latent profile analysis in Mplus 8.3 to identify subgroups based on social anxiety… More >

Marta Reis^1,2,3,4,5,*, Catarina Noronha⁶, Gina Tomé^3,4,5, Marina Carvalho^4,6, Nuno Neto Rodrigues⁷, Margarida Gaspar de Matos^3,4,6

International Journal of Mental Health Promotion, Vol.27, No.10, pp. 1457-1470, 2025, DOI:10.32604/ijmhp.2025.070318 - 31 October 2025

Abstract Objectives: Academic Evaluation Anxiety is a significant psychological concern among adolescents, with well-documented impacts on academic performance, emotional well-being, and school engagement. In Portugal, recent evidence suggests growing pressure on students to achieve high academic standards, with psychosocial variables such as resilience, perceived support, and school environment playing a crucial role. This study aims to examine the prevalence and psychosocial predictors of Academic Evaluation Anxiety in Portuguese students, and to identify risk and protective factors that inform educational practice. Methods: This cross-sectional, quantitative study analysed data from 3083 students (5th to 12th grade) from the… More >