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Compact Tubular Dielectric Elastomer Pump for Indoor Plants

Journal of Applied Polymer Science, Volume 143, Issue 25, July 5, 2026.
This study develops a mountable rolled dielectric elastomer pump (MRDEP) using silicone films and MWCNT‐based electrodes. The MRDEP is completely soft, silent in operation, and easily mounted on a piping system. We use dry stacking methods, fabricate a multilayer dielectric elastomer actuator (DEA), and a pre‐straining process in one direction before ...
Ardi Wiranata, Yuya Yamaguchi, Yu Kuwajima, Yuma Furuhashi, Hiroshi Fukui, Naoki Hosoya, Shingo Maeda   +6 more
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Exploiting Device Deformability for Fluid and Particle Manipulation

Small, Volume 22, Issue 39, 13 July 2026.
Deformable devices enable fluid and particle manipulation modes that are inaccessible to rigid platforms. This review examines soft materials and architectures that translate controlled deformation into microscale fluid operations such as pumping, valving, mixing, and particle handling.
Zhiyang Hong, Xiaoyue Kang, Dan Yuan, Nam‐Trung Nguyen, Jun Zhang   +4 more
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GLP‐1 Receptors Are Enriched in the Lymphatic Endothelium and Their Pharmacological Activation With Semaglutide Improves the Pumping Capacity of Lymphatic Vessels

Microcirculation, Volume 33, Issue 5, July 2026.
ABSTRACT Objectives Recent clinical studies have suggested that glucagon‐like peptide‐1 receptor (GLP‐1R) agonists may be effective therapies to treat or reduce the risk of developing secondary lymphedema. In this study, we aimed to (1) determine if GLP‐1Rs are present in the lymphatic vasculature and characterize their expression, and (2) assess the ...
Mary E. Schulz, Victoria L. Akerstrom, Joseph H. Dayan, Jorge A. Castorena‐Gonzalez   +3 more
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A Microfluidic Gradient Generator Post‐Modified by Two‐Photon Direct Laser Writing for Dynamic Particle Functionalization

Journal of Applied Polymer Science, Volume 143, Issue 21, June 5, 2026.
We present a Christmas‐tree‐shaped microfluidic gradient generator (MGG) that is equipped with dynamic trapping chambers, based on thermoresponsive microactuators. At room temperature, amine‐functionalized polystyrene beads are trapped inside the pNIPAM funnels and fluorescently labeled.
Chantal Barwig, Valerio Chionna, Annabelle Sonn, Kathi Michèle Kaiser, Zhe Wang, Christine Selhuber‐Unkel, Sadaf Pashapour   +6 more
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Effects of thermal and elastic deformations on lubricating properties of the textured journal bearing

Advances in Mechanical Engineering, 2019
Hydrodynamic journal bearing is an important part of rotary machine and faces many challenges such as high rotating speed, heavy specific pressure, and large temperature rise with the development of industry.
Yu Zhang, Guoding Chen, Lin Wang
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Cryo‐EM Structure Guided Engineering of Botulinum Neurotoxin A With Advanced Receptor Binding Affinity and Therapeutical Benefits

Advanced Science, Volume 13, Issue 33, 15 June 2026.
The butterfly unfolded wing in an open form structure of botulinum neurotoxin type A (BoNT/A) at physiological‐state was confirmed at 2.85 Å resolution by cryo‐electron microscopy (cryo‐EM). Structure‐guided protein engineering significantly enhanced the receptor‐binding affinity, therapeutic efficacy, and safety of the engineered toxin variants ...
Wenrui Wang, Zhaxi Zerang, Linjin You, Ziye Liu, Rong Nie, Fuwei Qi, Fenfen Gao, Chengmu Zhao, Wantong Ma, Jinghan He, Xiaoru Wang, Shanquan Wu, Bo Liu, Xinyao Liu, Dongsheng Lei, Dejuan Zhi, Dongsheng Wang   +16 more
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Smartly Assembled near‐Micron RF‐Responsive Agents Bridge Transarterial Embolization and Immunothermal Potentiation

Advanced Science, Volume 13, Issue 31, 4 June 2026.
ABSTRACT Hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) remains a significant clinical challenge due to the limited efficacy of conventional treatments like surgery, radiofrequency ablation (RFA), and transarterial embolization (TAE). Here, we develop an innovative TAE and immunothermal therapy strategy based on smartly assembled near‐micron layered double hydroxide ...
Qitao Hu, Junkang Ding, Lingxiao Zhang, Zhou Tian, Cheng Zeng, Shaomin Zou, Wenjing Zhang, Tangye Zeng, Zhencang Gao, Zhouyi Sun, Gang Liu, Weiyu Chen, Zhe Tang   +12 more
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Pvr and Pvf2 Are Essential for Valve Cell Differentiation in the Larval Drosophila Heart

genesis, Volume 64, Issue 3, June 2026.
ABSTRACT The directionality of blood flow is regulated by heart valves, among other things. While the heart valves in vertebrates are multicellular and complex, the valve in the Drosophila heart consists of exactly two highly specialized cells. They arise during early larval development from two cardiomyocytes, those that form the boundary between the ...
Heiko Meyer, Christian Meyer, Bettina Priess, Achim Paululat   +3 more
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Experimental investigation on wake flow structures of Motor Industry Research Association square-back model

Advances in Mechanical Engineering, 2020
Since the oil crisis of the last century, drag reduction for vehicles has become the focus of researchers. Currently the world’s major car brands have to seize the sport utility vehicle market.
Yingchao Zhang, Ruidong Wang, Chao Yang, Zijie Wang, Zhe Zhang   +4 more
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Unraveling Mechanisms and Engineering Strategies for Superior Photocarrier Dynamics Toward Efficient Photocatalysis

EcoEnergy, Volume 4, Issue 3, June 2026.
Despite its potential, photocatalysis is limited by inefficient charge carrier separation and transport. This article reviews the mechanisms, characterization methods, and strategies for improvement, concluding with future challenges in the field. ABSTRACT Photocatalysis offers a promising solution to environmental and renewable energy issues. However,
Leqi Cheng, Xin Wang, Yishen Zhang, Xinrong Zhang, Jung‐Ho Yun, Songcan Wang   +5 more
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