Uncovering the complexity of source mechanism in an anisotropic coal mine using sequential inversion.

Accurate characterisation of seismic source mechanisms in mining environments is crucial for effective hazard mitigation, but it is complicated by the presence of anisotropic geological conditions. Neglecting anisotropic effects during moment tensor (MT) inversion introduces significant distortions in the retrieved source characteristics. In this study, we investigated the impact of ignoring anisotropy during MT inversion on the reliability of hazard assessment.

BPIFA1 alleviates allergic rhinitis by regulating the NF-κB signaling pathway and Treg/Th17 balance.

Aim: Allergic rhinitis (AR) is an allergic condition characterized by inflammation of the nasal mucosa. Bacterial permeability-increasing family member A1 (BPIFA1) exhibits anti-inflammatory properties; however, its impact on AR remains unclear. Aim of this study is to investigate the expression and function of BPIFA1 in AR and its influence on inflammation and immune regulation in a mouse model of AR induced by ovalbumin (OVA).

Electrode and Electrolyte Co-Energy-Storage Electrochemistry Enables High-Energy Zn-S Decoupled Batteries.

In the search for next-generation green energy storage solutions, Cu-S electrochemistry has recently gained attraction from the battery community owing to its affordability and exceptionally high specific capacity of 3350 mAh g . However, the inferior conductivity and substantial volume expansion of the S cathode hinder its cycling stability, while the low output voltage limits its energy density. Herein, a hollow carbon sphere (HCS) is synthesized as a 3D conductive host to achieve a stable S@HCS cathode, which enables an outstanding cycling performance of 2500 cycles (over 9 months).

Preparation of Elastic Macroporous Graphene Aerogel Based on Pickering Emulsion Method and Combination with ETPU for High Performance Piezoresistive Sensors.

High-performance pressure sensors provide the necessary conditions for smart shoe applications. In this paper, the elastic Macroporous Graphene Aerogel (MGA) was synthesized via the modified Hummers' method, and it was further combined with Expanded-Thermoplastic polyurethane (ETPU) particles to assemble MGA-ETPU flexible sensors. The MGA-ETPU has a low apparent density (3.

Serine protease CrKP43 interacts with MAPK and regulates fungal development and mycoparasitism in .

Mycoparasites play important roles in the biocontrol of plant fungal diseases, during which they secret multiple hydrolases such as serine proteases to degrade their fungal hosts. In this study, we demonstrated that the serine protease CrKP43 was involved in development and mycoparasitism with the regulation of Crmapk. To the best of our knowledge, it is the first report on the functions and regulatory mechanisms of serine proteases in .

Quantitative Acetylome Analysis of Differentially Modified Proteins in Virulence-Differentiated f. sp. Isolates during Cucumber Colonization.

f. sp. () is a prominent pathogen that adversely affects cucumber () production.

Pre-treatment with Dazomet enhances the biocontrol efficacy of purpureocillium lilacinum to Meloidogyne incognita.

Background: Meloidogyne incognita greatly restricts the production of protected vegetables in China. Application of biocontrol agent Purpureocillium lilacinum is an important practice to control the nematode; however, instability usually occurs especially in heavily infested field. This study aimed to illustrate the high efficiency of P.

Combination of and Low Fertigation Input Promoted the Growth and Productivity of Chinese Cabbage and Enriched Beneficial Rhizosphere Bacteria .

Long-term overfertilization increases soil salinity and disease occurrence and reduces crop yield. Integrated application of microbial agents with low fertigation input might be a sustainable and cost-effective strategy. Herein, the promoting effects of B006 on the growth of Chinese cabbage under different fertigation conditions in field trials were studied and the underlying mechanisms were revealed.

The Adenylate Cyclase-Encoding Gene Is Involved in Mycoparasitism.

is an excellent biocontrol fungus against numerous fungal plant pathogens. The cAMP signaling pathway is a crucial signal transduction pathway in fungi. To date, the role of the cAMP signaling pathway in mycoparasitism remains unknown.

Increased Conidia Production and Germination In Vitro Correlate with Virulence Enhancement in f. sp. .

Cucumber plants commonly suffer from Fusarium wilt disease, which is caused by f. sp. ().

Transcriptomic Response of Mycoparasitizing .

is an important mycoparasitism biocontrol agent that exhibits excellent control efficacy against numerous fungal plant pathogens. Transcriptomic sequencing may be used to preliminarily screen mycoparasitism-related genes of against fungal pathogens. The present study sequenced and analyzed the transcriptome of mycoparasitizing a Basidiomycota (phylum) fungal pathogen, , under three touch stages: the pre-touch stage, touch stage and after-touch stage.

Review of Polymer-Based Composites for Electromagnetic Shielding Application.

The rapid advancement of electronic communication technology has greatly aided human productivity and quality of life, but it has also resulted in significant electromagnetic pollution issues. Traditional metals and alloys are often used for electromagnetic interference (EMI) shielding due to their excellent electrical conductivity. However, they have drawbacks such as being heavy, expensive, and having low corrosion resistance, which limits their application in electromagnetic shielding.

Glucose-6-phosphate 1-Epimerase CrGlu6 Contributes to Development and Biocontrol Efficiency in .

(formerly classified as ) is an important mycoparasite active against various plant fungal pathogens. Mitogen-activated protein kinase (MAPK) signaling pathways are vital in mycoparasitic interactions; they participate in responses to diverse stresses and mediate fungal development. In previous studies, the MAPK-encoding gene has been proven to be involved in mycoparasitism and the biocontrol processes of , but its regulatory mechanisms remain unclear.

The Co-Association of Enterobacteriaceae and with Specific Resistant Cucumber against Wilt Disease.

The root microbiota contributes to the plant's defense against stresses and pathogens. However, the co-association pattern of functional bacteria that improves plant resistance has not been interpreted clearly. Using Illumina high-throughput sequencing technology, the root bacterial community profiles of six cucumber cultivars with different resistance in response to the causative agent of cucumber wilt (CFW), f.

Genetic Diversity and Population Structure of -like Fungi Infecting Ginseng Roots in Northeast China.

Northeast China is well known for cultivating ginseng ( and ). Ginseng roots are threatened by the infection of the most notorious -like fungi (CLF), which are a complex containing important soilborne pathogens. Although the disease is economically important, little is known about the genetic diversity and population structure of the pathogenic CLF complex.

The synthesis of CoS/MnCoO-MnO nanocomposites for supercapacitors and energy-saving H production.

In this study, CoS/MnCoO-MnO (CMM) nanocomposites were synthesized by hydrothermal and then electrochemical deposition. Their electrochemical properties were systematically investigated for supercapacitors and energy-saving H production. As an electrode material for supercapacitor, CMM demonstrates a specific capacitance of 2320F g at 1 A/g, and maintains a specific capacitance of 1216F g at 10 A/g.

Lactobacillus plantarum 21805 encapsulated by whey protein isolate and dextran conjugate for enhanced viability.

Probiotics incorporated into food products are often insufficiently potent because of unfavorable interference during processing. This study addressed these issues by encapsulating Lactobacillus plantarum into whey protein isolate (WPI) and dextran (DX) conjugates using an encapsulator. The objective of this work is to investigate the effect of encapsulation using WPI and DX conjugates on the viability of Lactobacillus plantarum.

Monitoring Mycoparasitism of against Using GFP.

is an important mycoparasite, with great potential for controlling numerous plant fungal diseases. Understanding the mechanisms and modes of action will assist the development and application of this biocontrol fungus. In this study, the highly efficient 67-1 strain was marked with the green fluorescent protein (GFP), and the transformant possessed the same biological characteristics as the wild-type strain.

Screening and characterisation of proteins interacting with the mitogen-activated protein kinase Crmapk in the fungus Clonostachys chloroleuca.

Clonostachys chloroleuca 67-1 (formerly C. rosea 67-1) is a promising mycoparasite with great potential for controlling various plant fungal diseases. The mitogen-activated protein kinase (MAPK)-encoding gene Crmapk is of great importance to the mycoparasitism and biocontrol activities of C.

Comprehensive Monitoring and Benefit Evaluation of Converting Farmlands into Forests and Grasslands in China.

Conversion of farmlands to forests and grasslands (CFFG) is one of the major ecological projects with the largest investment, strongest policy, widest coverage and highest degree of participation in China, and even in the world. In order to scientifically evaluate the benefits and dynamic changes, better serve the decision-making, consolidate the achievements and promote the high-quality development of this project, it is of great significance to organize the monitoring and evaluation of its benefits. On the basis of reviewing and summarizing the monitoring and evaluation history of the benefits, this study established an indicator system for comprehensive monitoring and evaluation, composed of three components of benefits, 10 categories and 48 indicators, including 23 indicators of ecological benefits, 11 indicators of economic benefits and 14 indicators of social benefits.

Brain tumor segmentation based on region of interest-aided localization and segmentation U-Net.

Since magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) has superior soft tissue contrast, contouring (brain) tumor accurately by MRI images is essential in medical image processing. Segmenting tumor accurately is immensely challenging, since tumor and normal tissues are often inextricably intertwined in the brain. It is also extremely time consuming manually.

Complete Genome Sequence of sp. Strain 77, a Hyphosphere Isolate of Fusarium oxysporum f. sp. .

The genome sequence of sp. strain 77, a bacterium isolated from the hyphosphere of Fusarium oxysporum f. sp.

Playing-Dumb Behavior of Trainers During Online Streaming and Trainee's Burnout Behavior: Mediating Role of Psychological Disengagement.

A trainer's behavior is a crucial factor, and it can affect the cognitive engagement of trainees in parts of training and development programs; thus, playing-dumb behavior by a trainer can cause lower attachment and less interested trainees during courses. This study was planned to investigate the impact of trainers' playing-dumb behavior on trainees' burnout behavior under the mediating role of psychological disengagement in online broadcasting. This study followed a convenience sampling technique under a cross-sectional research design, and data are collected from 371 trainees through a questionnaire.

Theoretical derivation and clinical dose-response quantification of a unified multi-activation (UMA) model of cell survival from a logistic equation.

Objective: To theoretically derive a unified multiactivation (UMA) model of cell survival after ionising radiation that can accurately assess doses and responses in radiotherapy and X-ray imaging.

Methods: A unified formula with only two parameters in fitting of a cell survival curve (CSC) is first derived from an assumption that radiation-activated cell death pathways compose the first- and second-order reaction kinetics. A logit linear regression of CSC data is used for precise determination of the two model parameters.

Microencapsulation of Lactobacillus plantarum by spray drying: Protective effects during simulated food processing, gastrointestinal conditions, and in kefir.

Probiotics are incorporated into food products because of numerous favorable effects on human health. The viability of probiotics is often affected by unfavorable interference during processing. The encapsulation can provide protection to probiotics during mechanical processing, storage, and gastrointestinal digestion.