Blessing C. Ahamefule¹, Chidimma Osilo^2,3, Jennifer O. Unachukwu², Stella N. Madueke², Chukwuemeka Samson Ahamefule^2,*

Journal of Renewable Materials, Vol.14, No.5, 2026, DOI:10.32604/jrm.2026.02025-0202 - 28 May 2026

Abstract Lignocellulosic waste, consisting mainly of cellulose, hemicellulose and lignin, is the most abundant global biomass. Industries generate millions of tonnes of this waste biomass every year. This includes: sugarcane bagasse, corncob, rice straw and husk, oil palm fibres and empty fruit bunches, wheat straw, brewer’s spent grains, among others. These wastes could be valorized to produce high-value industrial lignocellulase enzymes, such as cellulases, hemicellulases and ligninases, by several microorganisms, including bacteria and fungi. Furthermore, the crude or purified lignocellulase enzymes or the microbes producing these enzymes could be used to hydrolyze the lignocellulosic wastes into… More >

Zhiying Lin¹, Boju Deng¹, Qianqian Zhang¹, Jingming Chen², Xinqiang Ye³, Yuling Lan¹, Jiuping Rao^1,*, Mizi Fan⁴, Weigang Zhao^1,*

Journal of Renewable Materials, Vol.14, No.5, 2026, DOI:10.32604/jrm.2025.02025-0096 - 28 May 2026

Abstract Bio-derived carbon cryogels have garnered significant interest as promising electrode materials for supercapacitors due to their high specific surface area (SSA), hierarchical porosity, and eco-friendly synthesis methods. In this study, a tannin-modified phenolic hydrogel was synthesized using a sustainable tannin–phenol precursor system and subsequently subjected to three distinct drying methods-freeze-drying (FD), supercritical drying (SCD), and ambient pressure drying (APD)-to systematically evaluate their influence on structural integrity, porosity, and electrochemical behavior. Among these, the sample obtained via freeze-drying (TPUF-FD) maintained the most intact porous network, minimizing structural collapse during sublimation of ice under vacuum. This preservation… More > Graphic Abstract

Hamed Saber¹, Antonio Zippo^1,2, Farhad S. Samani³, Francesco Pellicano^1,2,*

CMES-Computer Modeling in Engineering & Sciences, Vol.147, No.2, 2026, DOI:10.32604/cmes.2026.079313 - 27 May 2026

Abstract Lightweight bridges are increasingly used in modern infrastructure due to their structural efficiency; however, their relatively low stiffness and damping lead to a high sensitivity to vibration excitation induced by moving loads such as pedestrians and vehicles. Conventional vibration mitigation strategies are often insufficient to suppress low-frequency responses, which has caused the development of advanced nonlinear isolation mechanisms. This paper investigates the effectiveness of nonlinear quasi-zero stiffness supports (QZSS) in suppressing vertical vibrations of lightweight bridges. Such structures are highly susceptible to vibrations induced by moving loads because of low stiffness and dissipation, with consequent… More > Graphic Abstract

Elizeu Monteiro Pereira Júnior, Lorena de Souza Cunha, Andreza Sousa Carmo, Ana Clara Lucarini, Ynglety Cascaes Pereira Matos, Allan Klynger da Silva Lobato, Elaine Maria Silva Guedes Lobato^*

Phyton-International Journal of Experimental Botany, Vol.95, No.5, 2026, DOI:10.32604/phyton.2026.072138 - 27 May 2026

Abstract Nickel (Ni) is an essential metallic micronutrient for optimal plant growth and development, regulator of essential metabolic processes, but its interaction with other essential nutrients can result in differences in the absorption of these nutrients, which can disrupt the ionic balance. The objective of this research was to evaluate the physiological performance and growth of soybean plants subjected to Ni levels applied via soil under Fe (iron) excess, determining the behavior of redox metabolism, gas exchange, and photosynthetic pigments. The experiment was conducted in a completely randomized design with a factorial 2 × 3, with… More >

Yaoying Yue¹, Yang Wang^1,*, Nan Lin^2,*, Xingze Sun², Bin Sun¹, Dong Wang³, Zongjie Zhou¹

Structural Durability & Health Monitoring, Vol.20, No.3, 2026, DOI:10.32604/sdhm.2026.076697 - 18 May 2026

Abstract Polyethylene (PE) pipes are widely used in various gas transmission applications due to their excellent flexibility and other advantages. As high-molecular-weight non-metallic polymeric materials, they inevitably undergo degradation and aging during service under the action of environmental factors such as temperature and ultraviolet (UV) radiation, which impairs their service performance. To investigate the effects of environmental factors on the aging and degradation of PE pipes, a reliable method for predicting their service life was developed in this study. Taking PE80 DN110 pipes as the research subject, an accelerated aging method was adopted to simulate the… More >

Huan Song^1,2, Yuan Zhao³, Chenglin He^2,4,*

Journal of Psychology in Africa, Vol.36, No.2, pp. 249-255, 2026, DOI:10.32604/jpa.2026.069347 - 29 April 2026

Abstract This study aimed to explore the mediating roles of body dissatisfaction and self-esteem on the relationship between body mass index (BMI) and among female college students. Using a cross-sectional study design, 669 Chinese female college students completed the Body Mass Index, the Body Image States Scale, the Self-Esteem Scale, and the Social Avoidance and Distress Scale. The results showed that body dissatisfaction partially mediated the relationship between BMI and social avoidance. Additionally, body dissatisfaction and self-esteem together formed a serial mediation pathway between BMI and social avoidance. In other words, BMI shows a direct association More >

Aktham Mestareehi^1,2,*

Oncology Research, Vol.34, No.5, 2026, DOI:10.32604/or.2026.073745 - 22 April 2026

Abstract Objective: Hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) is a leading cause of cancer-related mortality worldwide, largely due to late diagnosis, molecular heterogeneity, and limited prognostic biomarkers. Aberrant protein phosphorylation plays a critical role in cancer progression by regulating DNA damage response, cell cycle control, and signaling pathways; however, the prognostic relevance of phosphorylation events in key DNA topology–related proteins remains incompletely understood. This study aimed to investigate the prognostic significance of phosphorylation of TOP1, TOP2A, TOP2B, and C1orf35 in HCC and to characterize their associated molecular features to identify potential diagnostic and therapeutic biomarkers. Methods: Publicly available HCC… More > Graphic Abstract

Shu-Yu Wu^1,2, Ching-Chia Li^3,4,5, Wen-Jeng Wu^3,4,5, Kuan-Hua Huang^6,7, Chien-Liang Liu^8,9, Shian-Shiang Wang^10,11,12, Jian-Ri Li^10,11, Han-Yu Weng¹³, Ta-Yao Tai¹³, Pi-Che Chen¹⁴, Ian-Seng Cheong¹⁴, Chung-You Tsai^15,16, Pai-Yu Cheng^15,17, Jian-Hua Hong^18,19, Chung-Hsin Chen¹⁹, Jen-Shu Tseng^20,21,22, Wun-Rong Lin^20,21, Yuan-Hong Jiang^2,23, Yu-Khun Lee^2,23, Po-Hung Lin^24,25,26, See-Tong Pang²⁴, Yung-Tai Chen²⁷, Wei-Chieh Chen²⁸, Chia-Chang Wu^29,30,31, Thomas Y. Hsueh^32,33, Hsu-Che Huang^34,35, Wei-Yu Lin^36,37,38, Chia-Cheng Yu³⁹, Jen-Kai Fang⁴⁰, Chih-Chin Yu^1,2, Yao-Chou Tsai^1,2,28,*

Canadian Journal of Urology, Vol.33, No.2, pp. 325-337, 2026, DOI:10.32604/cju.2025.069390 - 20 April 2026

Abstract Introduction: Upper urinary tract urothelial carcinoma (UTUC) is a rare malignancy, particularly in the ureter, and is associated with high rates of recurrence and metastasis. Although body mass index (BMI) has been associated with prognosis in multiple cancer types, its role as a predictive factor in UTUC is still debated. This study aimed to investigate how BMI influences survival outcomes in patients with UTUC treated with radical nephroureterectomy (RNU). Methods: This multi-center retrospective analysis by the Taiwan UTUC Collaboration Group involved 2503 patients who underwent treatment across 19 hospitals from 1988 to 2022. Patients were… More >

Rafika Harrabi^1,2,*, Slim Ben Chaabane^1,2, Hassene Seddik²

CMC-Computers, Materials & Continua, Vol.87, No.2, 2026, DOI:10.32604/cmc.2026.072054 - 12 March 2026

Abstract Securing restricted zones such as airports, research facilities, and military bases requires robust and reliable access control mechanisms to prevent unauthorized entry and safeguard critical assets. Face recognition has emerged as a key biometric approach for this purpose; however, existing systems are often sensitive to variations in illumination, occlusion, and pose, which degrade their performance in real-world conditions. To address these challenges, this paper proposes a novel hybrid face recognition method that integrates complementary feature descriptors such as Fuzzy-Gabor 2D Fisher Linear Discriminant (FG-2DFLD), Generalized 2D Linear Discriminant Analysis (G2DLDA), and Modular-Local Binary Patterns (Modular-LBP)… More >

Zhuo Pan, Lin Zhu, Yi Xue^*, Hao Xu

FDMP-Fluid Dynamics & Materials Processing, Vol.22, No.2, 2026, DOI:10.32604/fdmp.2026.075809 - 04 March 2026

Abstract Fluid flow through fractured rock masses is a key process controlling the safety and performance of deep geoengineering systems, shaped by the complex interactions of thermal, hydraulic, mechanical and chemical (THMC) fields. This paper presents a systematic review of this subject with special emphasis on the multi-physics governing it. First, we elucidate the interdependent mechanisms and governing equations, highlighting the nonlinear, path-dependent, and evolving nature of the relationship between stress and permeability. Next, mainstream modeling approaches, including equivalent continuum, discrete fracture network (DFN), and dual-porosity/dual-permeability methods, are critically evaluated, and a strategy for model selection… More > Graphic Abstract