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Exploring Order–Disorder Transitions Using a Two-State Master Equation

Foundations
In this study, we explore the order–disorder transition in the dynamics of a straightforward master equation that describes the evolution of a probability distribution between two states, p1 and p2 (with p1+p2=1).
Angelo Plastino, Diana Monteoliva
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Unpacking the meanings of ‘virtual spirituality’ in Vuyani Vellem’s critique of Empire

HTS Teologiese Studies/Theological Studies, 2020
The modest goal of this article is to creatively unpack and render more accessible (mainly by means of cultural illustrations) Vuyani Vellem’s account of the virtual spirituality of Empire.
Jakub Urbaniak
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Shared Genetic Effects and Antagonistic Pleiotropy Between Multiple Sclerosis and Common Cancers

Annals of Clinical and Translational Neurology, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Objective Epidemiologic studies have reported inconsistent altered cancer risk in individuals with multiple sclerosis (MS). Factors such as immune dysregulation, comorbidities, and disease‐modifying therapies may contribute to this variability.
Asli Buyukkurt, Marius Ygonia, Ali Manouchehrinia, Philippe Lefrançois, Ingrid Kockum, Adil Harroud   +5 more
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Distances in Probability Space and the Statistical Complexity Setup

Entropy, 2011
Statistical complexity measures (SCM) are the composition of two ingredients: (i) entropies and (ii) distances in probability-space. In consequence, SCMs provide a simultaneous quantification of the randomness and the correlational structures present in ...
Montserrat Casas, Osvaldo A. Rosso, Angelo Plastino, Maria Teresa Martín, Andres M. Kowalski   +4 more
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Functional Materials for Environmental Energy Harvesting in Smart Agriculture via Triboelectric Nanogenerators

Advanced Functional Materials, EarlyView.
This review explores functional and responsive materials for triboelectric nanogenerators (TENGs) in sustainable smart agriculture. It examines how particulate contamination and dirt affect charge transfer and efficiency. Environmental challenges and strategies to enhance durability and responsiveness are outlined, including active functional layers ...
Rafael R. A. Silva, Giulio Fatti, Emanuel Carlos, Guilherme Ferreira, Sumita Goswami, Suman Nandy, Luiz H. C. Mattoso, Elvira Fortunato, Caio G. Otoni, Rodrigo Martins   +9 more
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A Smart Bio‐Battery Facilitates Diabetic Bone Defect Repair Via Inducing Macrophage Reprogramming and Synergistically Modulating Bone Remodeling Coupling

Advanced Functional Materials, EarlyView.
This research presents a novel implantable bio‐battery, GF‐OsG, tailored for diabetic bone repair. GF‐OsG generates microcurrents in high‐glucose conditions to enhance vascularization, shift macrophages to the M2 phenotype, and regulate immune responses.
Nanning Lv, Haifu Sun, Wenxiang Tang, Yonggang Li, Zhonglai Qian, Lihui Hong, Chong Chen, Hongye Li, Jiaxiang Bai, Yusen Qiao, Mingming Liu   +10 more
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Self-Organizing Systems and Divine Action

Zygon
Self-organizing systems abound in the world. These include interstellar systems, environmental systems on Earth, biological systems including sentience-bearing ones (bodies), and sociocultural systems, which include religious systems. All self-organizing
David H. Nikkel
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An Initial Passive Phase That Limits the Time to Recover and Emphasizes the Role of Proprioceptive Information

Frontiers in Neurology, 2018
In the present experiments, multiple balance perturbations were provided by unpredictable support-surface translations in various directions and velocities.
Maeva Le Goic, Danping Wang, Danping Wang, Catherine Vidal, Elodie Chiarovano, Jennyfer Lecompte, Sebastien Laporte, Jacques Duysens, Pierre-Paul Vidal, Pierre-Paul Vidal   +9 more
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Comparative population structure of Plasmodium malariae and Plasmodium falciparum under different transmission settings in Malawi [PDF]

, 2011
<b>Background:</b> Described here is the first population genetic study of Plasmodium malariae, the causative agent of quartan malaria. Although not as deadly as Plasmodium falciparum, P.
Alex McConnachie, Allan Macheso, B Haubold, BS Weir, C Roper, CJ Sutherland, DJ Conway, E Kosman, FE McKenzie, HM Gilles, J Goudet, J May, JM Vinetz, K Maitland, K Mugittu, L Henning, LH Taylor, M Tanner, Malcolm E Molyneux, Marian C Bruce, MC Bruce, MC Bruce, MC Bruce, MC Bruce, MC Bruce, MU Ferreira, N Fraser-Hurt, N Tanomsing, PCC Garnham, R Tahar, RD Page, RL Ord, S Enosse, S Nair, S Zakeri, T Smith, T Smith, T Smith, T Smith, The Ministry of Health and Population, TJ Anderson, TJC Anderson, TL Ritchie, WE Collins, WJ Collins   +44 more
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Genome‐Wide by Lifetime Environment Interaction Studies of Brain Imaging Phenotypes

Advanced Science, EarlyView.
This study explores genome‐wide by lifetime environment interactions on brain imaging phenotypes. Gene‐environment interactions explain more phenotypic variance than main effects, pinpoint regulatory variants, and reveal exposure‐specific biological pathways.
Sijia Wang, Meiyun Wang, Peng Zhang, Jingliang Cheng, Longjiang Zhang, Wenzhen Zhu, Shijun Qiu, Zuojun Geng, Guangbin Cui, Yongqiang Yu, Weihua Liao, Xi‐Nian Zuo, Hui Zhang, Bo Gao, Xiaojun Xu, Tong Han, Zhenwei Yao, Quan Zhang, Feng Liu, Qiang Xu, Jiayuan Xu, Jilian Fu, Nana Liu, Yuan Ji, Jie Tang, Lining Guo, Mengge Liu, Xiaoxiao Xiao, Xiaoxuan Liu, Wei Li, Caihong Wang, Wei Wei, Dapeng Shi, Su Lui, Zhihan Yan, Feng Chen, Jing Zhang, Wen Shen, Yanwei Miao, Dawei Wang, Jia‐Hong Gao, Yunjun Yang, Kai Xu, Junfang Xian, Bing Zhang, Xiaochu Zhang, Zhaoxiang Ye, Le Yu, Wen Qin, Meng Liang, Chunshui Yu, the CHIMGEN Consortium   +51 more
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