Editorial Material
Acoustics
Michelle Dolgos, Jacob L. Jones, Barbara Malic, Brady Gibbons, Kazumi Kato
Summary: Global statistics show that women are still underrepresented in STEM-related fields. In the UFFC Society, women members account for less than 10% of the total, indicating a persistent underrepresentation in ferroelectrics research and development activities. Addressing this issue and shifting the gender imbalance will require multiple approaches and actions.
IEEE TRANSACTIONS ON ULTRASONICS FERROELECTRICS AND FREQUENCY CONTROL
(2021)
Article
Geology
Deru Xu, Guoxiang Chi, Fengjun Nie, Mostafa Fayek, Ruizhong Hu
Summary: China, as one of the top ten countries with important uranium resources, hosts most of the fifteen types of uranium deposits identified by the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), with sandstone-type, granite-type, volcanic-type, and carbonaceous-siliceous-pelitic rock- or carbonate-type being the most economically important. Research provided by the Chinese uranium geoscience community in this Special Issue offers an up-to-date perspective on the geological characteristics, metal-logenic environments, ore-forming mechanisms, and exploration methods of these important types of uranium deposits in China. The papers in this issue provide valuable references for comparing Chinese uranium deposits with those in other parts of the world, contributing to the global advancement of uranium geoscience and resource exploration.
ORE GEOLOGY REVIEWS
(2021)
Article
Energy & Fuels
Yan Ru Fang, Silu Zhang, Ziqiao Zhou, Wenjun Shi, Guang Hui Xie
Summary: This study estimates the bioenergy production potential and CO2 emission reduction benefits of utilizing crop straw for bioenergy production until 2030, providing valuable insights for policy formulation and bioenergy plant planning.
Article
Energy & Fuels
Yan Ru Fang, Silu Zhang, Ziqiao Zhou, Wenjun Shi, Guang Hui Xie
Summary: The research estimates the quantity of straw until 2030 and highlights the potential of producing various types of bioenergy from different types of straw to reduce CO2 emissions. The results of the study provide valuable insights for policymakers in formulating policies related to straw utilization and assists bioenergy plants in selecting the optimal production configurations.
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Zulfiqar Ali, Rabia Liaquat, Asif Husain Khoja, Umair Safdar
Summary: Pakistan has not fully utilized its bioenergy resources due to poor policy-making and implementation, leading to a low adoption of modern biomass energy sources. Despite initiatives to develop small-scale bioenergy projects, challenges still exist. The study compares policies for effectiveness and presents challenges and recommendations for policy-making to maximize bioenergy utilization in Pakistan.
SUSTAINABLE ENERGY TECHNOLOGIES AND ASSESSMENTS
(2021)
Article
Thermodynamics
Antun Pfeifer, Zvonimir Guzovic, Antonio Piacentino, Natasa Markovska, Neven Duic, Henrik Lund
Summary: Since 2002, the SDEWES conferences have provided a platform for scientists worldwide to discuss sustainable development. Integrating various energy systems is crucial for sustainable development. In 2022, the conferences were held in Cyprus and Albania, and a special issue of the Energy journal featured a range of energy-related papers.
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Communication
Scott W. Campbell, Adriana de Souza e Silva, Leopoldina Fortunati, Gerard Goggin
Summary: The widespread use of mobile communication has brought about significant changes in how people interact with others, the physical environment, and media content. This has led to new research and theories in understanding these changes. New Media & Society, as an early player in this field, is hosting a special issue featuring eight articles on the future of mobile communication research. Despite their diverse research approaches, these articles share a common historical influence and coherent themes in theory, methods, and ethics, providing guidance for future studies in this field.
NEW MEDIA & SOCIETY
(2023)
Editorial Material
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Alessandro Passardi, Emanuela Scarpi, Paola Ulivi
Summary: This editorial summarizes six scientific papers on molecular and translational research on colorectal cancer, contributing to the current understanding of potential biomarkers and treatment targets. It aims to identify new strategies to improve diagnostic and therapeutic approaches.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR SCIENCES
(2021)
Article
Oncology
Luohai Chen, Wei Wang, Kaizhou Jin, Bing Yuan, Huangying Tan, Jian Sun, Yu Guo, Yanji Luo, Shi-Ting Feng, Xianjun Yu, Min-Hu Chen, Jie Chen
Summary: This study developed and validated a CT-based method to predict the efficacy of sunitinib in patients with panNET. The proposed radiomics-based model accurately predicted tumor shrinkage and progression-free survival (PFS), and may help select patients suitable for sunitinib treatment.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF CANCER
(2023)
Article
Oncology
Guanghui Gao, Longgang Cui, Fei Zhou, Tao Jiang, Wanying Wang, Shiqi Mao, Fengying Wu, Fangli Jiang, Bei Zhang, Ting Bei, Wenchuan Xie, Cheng Zhang, Hougang Zhang, Chan Gao, Xiaochen Zhao, Yuezong Bai, Caicun Zhou, Shengxiang Ren
Summary: Immune checkpoint inhibitors have limited efficacy in advanced non-small cell lung cancer and biomarkers are needed for treatment guidance. FGFR4 alterations have been identified as potential predictors of immune checkpoint inhibitor efficacy in NSCLC.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF CANCER
(2023)
Article
Oncology
Chunxia Su, Juan Zhou, Huiping Qiang, Jing Zhao, Qing Chang, Xianxiu Ji, Jiaqi Li, Mengqing Xie, Tianqing Chu
Summary: This study evaluates the clinical outcomes of alectinib in the treatment of advanced non-small-cell lung cancer patients with EML4-ALK fusion in real-world settings. The results show that alectinib has significant objective response rate and progression-free survival, and it also shows good efficacy in treating brain metastases. Certain factors such as pre-treatment and specific gene mutations are associated with the effectiveness of alectinib treatment.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF CANCER
(2023)
Article
Business
Jay Weerawardena, Gillian Sullivan Mort, Sandeep Salunke, Nardia Haigh
Summary: This introduction defines business models, business model innovation, and social purpose organizations, and summarizes insights from articles in this special issue on the antecedents, substance, and outcomes of BMI among SPOs. The paper reflects on the findings and suggests avenues for future research in the social sector literature.
JOURNAL OF BUSINESS RESEARCH
(2021)
Review
Ecology
Malgorzata Stepniewska, Karsten Grunewald, Miguel Villoslada, Andrzej Mizgajski
Summary: This article introduces the transdisciplinary nature of the ecosystem services field and discusses the opportunity to integrate nature's values into governance processes. The Special Issue focuses on research that integrates the biophysical, sociocultural, and economic dimensions of ecosystem services through a transdisciplinary approach. The article examines submitted papers under three horizontal issues: methodological differences, the concept of valuation, and the specificity of policymaking.
ECOSYSTEM SERVICES
(2022)
Article
Business, Finance
Kris Peach, Mukesh Garg
Summary: The AASB collaborates with academics to make practical recommendations for standard-setters in various sectors, organizing research forums in 2016 and 2017 which were valuable for researchers, practitioners, and standard-setters. Four papers from these forums were published, discussing the impact of research and how it informs standard-setting processes.
ACCOUNTING AND FINANCE
(2021)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Yixuan Duan, Yu Kang
Summary: A deviation from competitive neutrality is a major issue for Chinese state-owned enterprises, particularly concerning enterprise policy burden and profits. State-owned enterprises, as the main entities carrying policy burden, have social responsibilities that contribute to problems such as redundant employees and reduced employee efficiency. To compensate for loss of profits, the government provides implicit guarantees, which facilitate access to bank loans and increase the enterprises' debt-to-asset ratio, leading to a deviation from competitive neutrality.
Review
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Zhi-Min Zhao, Zhi-Hua Liu, Tongtong Zhang, Rongqian Meng, Zhiqun Gong, Yibing Li, Jing Hu, Arthur J. Ragauskas, Bing-Zhi Li, Ying-Jin Yuan
Summary: Bioconversion of bioresources/wastes using Rhodococcus is a promising approach for producing lipid-derived bioproducts. However, bioconversion involves living cells and is a complex system that requires further understanding. This review highlights the potential of Rhodococcus for producing lipids from various wastes and presents genetic modifications using emerging tools for promoting bioconversion. Additionally, strategies for enhancing the bioaccessibility of lignin and its derived aromatics and synthesizing biodiesel and aviation fuels from lignin and lipids are discussed. The synergistic modification of microbial strains, substrates, and fermentation processes is proposed for sustainable biological lignin valorization.
BIOTECHNOLOGY ADVANCES
(2024)
Review
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Maddy L. Newby, Joel D. Allen, Max Crispin
Summary: A key aspect of successful viral vaccine design is the elicitation of neutralizing antibodies targeting viral attachment and fusion glycoproteins. Glycosylation can influence the antigenicity and immunogenicity of vaccines, with native-like glycosylation potentially enhancing immunogenicity. Understanding viral glycosylation can guide the development of future vaccines in various enveloped viruses.
BIOTECHNOLOGY ADVANCES
(2024)
Review
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Uganeeswary Suparmaniam, Man Kee Lam, Jun Wei Lim, Inn Shi Tan, Bridgid Lai Fui Chin, Siew Hoong Shuit, Steven Lim, Yean Ling Pang, Peck Loo Kiew
Summary: Microalgae have the ability to synthesize high-value phytochemicals, and subjecting them to abiotic stress can enhance the accumulation of valuable metabolites within their cells. This study explores the effects of manipulating abiotic stress on microalgae yields and discusses approaches to increase HVPCs production using abiotic stress.
BIOTECHNOLOGY ADVANCES
(2024)
Review
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Pei Zhou, Cong Gao, Wei Song, Wanqing Wei, Jing Wu, Liming Liu, Xiulai Chen
Summary: The engineering status of protein is crucial for the efficient bioproduction in microbial cell factories. Strategies such as protein engineering, protein modification, and protein assembly can effectively modify the protein status and enhance production efficiency.
BIOTECHNOLOGY ADVANCES
(2024)