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This Special Issue showcases the latest developments in Space Telescopes and Payloads with a collection of seventeen papers. Hamish Reid et al present the SPARK solar space mission concept. Daniel F. Ryan et al present LISSAN, a next generation γ-ray spectroscopic imaging instrument. Ariadna Calcines Rosario et al present the first integral field spectrograph for the Extreme-Ultraviolet, SISA, and a miniaturised solar magnetograph for space.  Ellen L. Sirks et al present the data downloaded via parachute from a NASA Super-Pressure Balloon. Othman I. Younus et al present an overview of ALIGN, the Autonomous Laser Inter-Satellite Gigabit Network. Miguel Limón-González et al present on flight data for a LEO CubeSat. Chris Graham et al describe a steering mirror system with closed-loop feedback for free-space optical communication. David Orozco Suárez et al introduce CMAG. Lin Yang et al explain structural flexibility effect on spaceborn solar observation system’s micro-vibration response. Ben Campbell et al describe a new approach to satellite constellation deployment. Illia Zymak et al contribute with a high resolution mass spectrometer. Rachel Dunwoody et al present the ground-based characterisation for γ-ray burst detection on a CubeSat. Cyril Bourgenot et al contribute with topology optimisation of a single-point diamond-turning fixture for a deployable primary mirror telescope. Shawn M. Usman et al introduce the Spitzer Resurrector Mission. Uxia Garcia-Luis et al optimise space telescopes’ thermal performance and Guo-Cheng Xu et al present an on-board image enhancement technique for remote sensing payloads.

Since the advent of the “modern” age, the main mystical trend of Islam, namely Sufism, has become the target of novel, multifaceted criticism in the Muslim World. The strong denunciation of “folk” Sufism by Muslim purists and fundamentalists of the eighteenth century onwards—who often consider mystical Islam to be a major part of, and reason for, the deviation from an imagined, pristine Islam—was followed by a fresh wave of Sufi antagonism by a group of Muslim modernists and secular thinkers from the nineteenth century, who regard Sufism as something belonging to the past and thus incompatible with the present. Notwithstanding these intense and multifarious critiques, Sufism has remained an active part of Muslim life and culture in both Muslim-majority and Muslim-minority areas, even extending its presence to new spheres such as Europe and America. The current Special Issue analyzes and examines different aspects of such vibrant activity and scrutinizes the dynamics of the beliefs, p

This Reprint compiles original research articles, reviews, and a case report from the Special Issue “Development of Specific Dosage Forms: Wound Dressing” (Pharmaceuticals), highlighting recent advances in modern wound management. The contributions illustrate the evolution of wound dressings from passive barriers to active therapeutic systems capable of modulating inflammation, infection, oxidative stress, and tissue regeneration. The articles highlight the development of advanced polymeric dressings, including hydrogels, foams, films, nanofibrous scaffolds, and smart responsive materials. Several studies explore the incorporation of plant-derived bioactive compounds and active pharmaceutical ingredients into biocompatible matrices, demonstrating synergistic effects that enhance healing efficacy, antimicrobial performance, and patient comfort. Other contributions focus exclusively on polymer-based systems, emphasizing how material architecture and physicochemical properties alone can significantly influence healing outcomes. The review articles synthesize progress in polymeric biomaterials and electrospinning technologies, while a case report highlights the role of biomaterial–cell interactions as potential prognostic tools. Altogether, this Reprint presents a multidisciplinary perspective on modern wound dressing development and serves as a valuable resource for researchers, clinicians, and pharmaceutical scientists.

This reprint compiles frontier research in dynamical systems and control, both in theoretical and application advancements. The study of dynamical systems and control is fundamental to promoting progress in engineering, and in this reprint, the topics of chaos and bifurcations, complex systems, fractional difference equations, fractional differential equations, fuzzy systems, linear systems, modeling, non-linear control systems, stability and robust stability, as well as stability of pseudo-polynomials and quasi-polynomials topics are considered.

Microorganisms is pleased to publish this book, which reprints papers that appeared in a Special Issue on “Phototrophic Bacteria”, with Guest Editors Robert Blankenship and Matthew Sattley. This Special Issue included research on all types of phototrophic bacteria, including both anoxygenic and oxygenic forms. Research on these bacterial organisms has greatly advanced our understanding of the basic principles that underlie the energy storage that takes place in all types of photosynthetic organisms, including both bacterial and eukaryotic forms. Topics of interest include: microbial physiology, microbial ecology, microbial genetics, evolutionary microbiology, systems microbiology, agricultural microbiology, microbial biotechnology, and environmental microbiology, as all are related to phototrophic bacteria. Related Books Advances in the Biology of Phototrophic Bacteria Biology & Life Sciences ... Materials for Photobiology Biology & Life Sciences Myxobacteria Biology & Life Sciences

The ninth national conference on applied geochemistry in China will be held in Chengdu, hosted by the committee of applied geochemistry, Chinese Society for Mineralogy, Petrology and Geochemistry (CSMPG). In order to facilitate the academic exchange on applied geochemistry, this Special Issue is intended for the presentation of new advances and case illustrations in the field of applied geochemistry. The guest editors of this Special Issue are Dr. Gong, a professor from China University of Geosciences (Beijing), and Dr. Shi, a professor from the Chengdu University of Technology. This Special Issue was opened on 27 June 2022 and closed on 1 July 2023. A total 14 scientific papers have been published that capture various hot and challenging issues in applied geochemistry. These articles belong to three broad groups: (i) new advances and case illustrations in resource exploration which focus on exploration techniques in covered areas and anomaly determinations of geochemical survey data

This Special Issue elucidates current theoretical and methodological developments in the field of metareasoning, which is concerned with the metacognitive processes that monitor and control our ongoing thinking and reasoning. Monitoring processes evaluate the efficacy of the “object-level” cognition that underpins task performance, including processes that are involved in understanding task information, drawing inferences, and making decisions. In contrast, control processes allocate cognitive resources (e.g., attention and working memory), initiate new strategies, and terminate failing ones. The articles in this Special Issue are organised around three themes: The first relates to the interplay between metareasoning and object-level reasoning when the latter is conceptualised from a “dual-process” perspective, whereby relatively rapid, intuitive, and heuristic processes give rise to default responses that can be intervened with by relatively slow, reflective, and analytic processes. The second theme concerns the nature of individual differences in metareasoning, which is a topic currently under increasing scrutiny. The third theme concerns the way in which metareasoning research is rapidly extending its reach to answer challenging questions in new domains of enquiry beyond those that have traditionally been the preserve of investigations. Such research is giving rise to both valuable methodological developments and important theoretical advancements.

Decision-making on real-world problems, including individual process decisions, requires an appropriate and reliable decision support system. Fuzzy set theory, rough set theory, and neutrosophic set theory, which are MCDM techniques, are useful for modeling complex decision-making problems with imprecise, ambiguous, or vague data.This Special Issue, “Multiple Criteria Decision Making”, aims to incorporate recent developments in the area of the multi-criteria decision-making field. Topics include, but are not limited to:- MCDM optimization in engineering;- Environmental sustainability in engineering processes;- Multi-criteria production and logistics process planning;- New trends in multi-criteria evaluation of sustainable processes;- Multi-criteria decision making in strategic management based on sustainable criteria. Related Books Multi-Criteria Decision-Making Techniques for Improvement Sustainability Engineering Processes Computer Science & Mathematics ... Multi-Criteria Decision

Macro- and microalgae, with their different species and biochemical compositions, provide a rich source of functional components such as polysaccharides, polyphenols, pigments, fatty acids, vitamins, and minerals. These components exhibit a spectrum of bioactivities, ranging from antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties to neuroprotective and antitumor effects. Yet, given the vast diversity of these metabolites and their wide distribution in algae, there is a need for updated knowledge on their extraction, characterization, and study. In the Special Issue “The Extraction and Application of Functional Components in Algae”, a collection of articles examines the complex processes involved in extracting functional components from algae, as well as their diverse applications.

Deep biosphere research is at the scientific frontier of bio- and geo-related sciences, yet it is largely underexplored. In terms of volume, deep subsurface settings represent some of the largest microbial habitats on the planet, and the combined biomass of the deep biosphere encompasses the largest living reservoir of carbon, excluding land plants. However, the paleo-record of the deep biosphere is still largely uncharted and neglected. The aim of this book is to highlight current research on deep life through time and bring together researchers with various perspectives. The book presents a collection of scientific contributions that provide a sample of forefront research in this field. The contributions involve a range of case studies of deep ancient life in continental and oceanic settings, of microbial diversity in sub-seafloor environments, and of the isolation of calcifying bacteria, as well as reviews on clay mineralization of fungal biofilms and on the carbon isotope records

The purpose of this Special Issue is to present the advances in gem characterisation using principally non-destructive means. The proper identification of gems is an ever-increasing challenge, especially with harder-to-detect treatments and the new demands on geographical origin determination. In order to grow, gemmology requires valuable inputs from other fields of science, as well as more fundamental studies concerning gems. Hopefully, this series of articles will contribute to a better understanding of the characteristics of some gems. Related Books Mineralogy and Geochemistry of Gems Environmental & Earth Sciences Mineralogical and Geochemical Characterization of Geological Materials Environmental & Earth Sciences Mineralogy and Geochemistry of Ruby Environmental & Earth Sciences Characterization of Metallic Materials Engineering Diamond Crystals Computer Science & Mathematics ... The recommendations have been generated using an AI system. About: About MDPI Books Advisory Boa

Dietary fat quality is a crucial determinant of several physiological, biochemical and molecular processes in the body, tissues and cells. As a source of energy, Fatty Acids (FA) are mainly stored in fat cells and within lipid droplets (LD) in oxidative and steroidogenic tissues, but significant amounts are also found in cell membranes where their structural role is crucial for membrane protein functions and the control of cellular functions. Differential effects have been identified between different types FA on inflammatory and metabolic diseases during obesity or in response to physical exercise and chronic diseases. The most recent dietary guidelines advise that lipids should represent 35\% of the daily energy intake in order to prevent deleterious effects of high glycaemic index carbohydrates and deficiency in essential fatty acids. Hence, the prevalence of obesity could rise dramatically despite a fall in total fat intake. Advice is more focused on the improvement of the quality

With an introduction on how to redefine our thinking about religion and theatrical drama, these nine essays on contemporary and classic plays rehabilitate the link between theatrical performance and dramatic stories for the study of religion. These new and distinctively interdisciplinary perspectives will be of interest to scholars working in the fields of religion, theology, theatre and performance studies, literary studies, and philosophy. Related Books Religion and Folk Belief in Chinese Literature and Theatre Social Sciences, Arts & Humanities Religions in Shakespeare's Writings Social Sciences, Arts & Humanities Arts, Spirituality, and Religion Social Sciences, Arts & Humanities Sacred Sites, Rituals, and Performances Social Sciences, Arts & Humanities Digital and Spatial Studies of Religions Social Sciences, Arts & Humanities The recommendations have been generated using an AI system. About: About MDPI Books Advisory Board Legal Information: MDPI Privacy Policy Terms and

Coumarins are widely distributed in nature and can be found in a large number of naturally occurring and synthetic bioactive molecules. The unique and versatile oxygen-containing heterocyclic structure makes them a privileged scaffold in Medicinal Chemistry. Many coumarin derivatives have been extracted from natural sources, designed, synthetized, and evaluated on different pharmacological targets. In addition, coumarin-based ion receptors, fluorescent probes, and biological stains are growing quickly and have extensive applications to monitor timely enzyme activity, complex biological events, as well as accurate pharmacological and pharmacokinetic properties in living cells. The extraction, synthesis, and biological evaluation of coumarins have become extremely attractive and rapidly developing topics. A large number of research and review papers have compiled information on this important family of compounds in 2020. Research articles, reviews, communications, and concept papers fo

This Special Issue has collected and presented breakthrough research on information processing methods and their applications. Particular attention is paid to the study of the mathematical foundations of information processing methods, quantum computing, artificial intelligence, digital image processing, and the use of information technologies in medicine. Related Books Digital Image Processing: Advanced Technologies and Applications Engineering Applied Computing and Artificial Intelligence Computer Science & Mathematics Advanced Sensing and Image Processing Techniques for Healthcare Applications Engineering Advanced Image Processing and Computer Vision Social Sciences, Arts & Humanities ... Data, Signal and Image Processing and Applications in Sensors II Engineering The recommendations have been generated using an AI system. About: About MDPI Books Advisory Board Legal Information: MDPI Privacy Policy Terms and Conditions Terms of Use Accessibility Sales: Order and Delivery

“Exclusive Feature Papers in Colorants” is a collection of important high-quality papers (original research articles or comprehensive review papers) published in open access. This Special Issue aims to discuss new knowledge or new cutting-edge developments in the colorants research field through selected works, in the hope of making a great contribution to the community. We intend for this issue to be the best forum for disseminating excellent research findings as well as sharing innovative ideas in the field. Related Books Feature Papers in Food Chemistry Biology & Life Sciences Feature Papers in Compounds Chemistry & Materials Science Feature Papers in Computational Chemistry Computer Science & Mathematics ... New Research Trends for Textiles, a Bright Future Chemistry & Materials Science Feature Papers in Materials Simulation and Design Engineering The recommendations have been generated using an AI system. About: About MDPI Books Advisory Board Legal Information: MDPI Priva

The plant kingdom, with its terrestrial and marine natural products, has been widely explored. Plant-based products have long been used to prevent and treat various ailments. Many natural compounds have been reported to have a variety of interesting and significant biological activities, including antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, antitumor, antibacterial, antiviral, antifungal, antiparasitic, analgesic, antidiabetic, anti-atherogenic, and antiproliferative, as well as cardioprotective and neuroprotective properties. Therefore, researchers pay special attention to the bioactive compounds synthesized by plants. Opportunities in functional ingredients and treatment of NCDs (oxidative stress, diabetes, obesity, metabolic syndrome, etc.) are widely explored. However, many therapeutic properties of plants are still to be discovered. This Special Issue reprint intends to substantially contribute to our knowledge of their beneficial properties. Natural products could be a vast resource in res

Contemporary exploitation of natural raw materials by borehole, opencast, underground, seabed, and anthropogenic deposits is closely related to, among others, geomechanics, automation, computer science, and numerical methods. More and more often, individual fields of science coexist and complement each other, contributing to lowering exploitation costs, increasing production, and reduction of the time needed to prepare and exploit the deposit. The continuous development of national economies is related to the increasing demand for energy, metal, rock, and chemical resources. Very often, exploitation is carried out in complex geological and mining conditions, which are accompanied by natural hazards such as rock bursts, methane, coal dust explosion, spontaneous combustion, water, gas, and temperature. In order to conduct a safe and economically justified operation, modern construction materials are being used more and more often in mining to support excavations, both under static and

Discover cutting-edge research in our Special Issue, titled "Hydrogels for 3D Printing". This collection of articles and reviews delves into the multifaceted world of hydrogel-based 3D printing, covering essential topics such as material formulation, printing techniques, and post-processing methods. From optimizing rheological properties to enhancing cell viability, each contribution offers valuable insights into the transformative potential of hydrogels across various applications, including tissue engineering and regenerative medicine. Do not miss this invaluable resource for researchers, engineers, and practitioners striving to advance the field of 3D printing. Related Books Hydrogel-Based Novel Biomaterials: Achievements and Prospects Chemistry & Materials Science Advances in Hydrogels Chemistry & Materials Science Gel-Based Materials for Biomedical Engineering Biology & Life Sciences ... Hydrogels in Regenerative Medicine and Other Biomedical Applications Biology & Life Science

Nowadays, we are witnessing highly dynamic research activities related to the intriguing field of biodegradable materials with plastic-like properties. These activities are currently intensified by a strengthened public awareness of prevailing ecological issues connected to growing piles of plastic waste, microplastic formation, and increasing greenhouse gas emissions; this goes hand-in-hand with the ongoing depletion of fossil feedstocks, which are traditionally used to produce full carbon backbone polymers. To a steadily increasing extend, polyhydroxyalkanoate (PHA) biopolyesters, a family of plastic-like materials with versatile material properties, are considered a future-oriented solution for diminishing these concerns. PHA production is based on renewable resources, and occurs in a bio-mediated fashion by the action of living organisms. If accomplished in an optimized way, PHA production and the entire PHA lifecycle are embedded into nature´s closed cycles of carbon. Holistic

The contributions explore Muslim religious leadership in multiple forms and settings. While traditional authority is usually correlated with theology and piety, as in the case of classically trained ulema, the public advocacy of Muslim community concerns is often headed by those with professionalized skillsets and civic experience. In an increasingly digital world, both women and men exercise leadership in novel ways, and sites of authority are refracted from traditional loci, such as mosques and seminaries, to new and unexpected places. This collection provides systematic focus on a topic that has hitherto been given rather diffuse consideration. It complements historical work on community leadership as well as more contemporary discussion on the training and role of Islamic religious authorities. It will be of interest to scholars in Religious Studies, Sociology, Political Science, History, and Islamic Studies. Related Books Muslim Identity Formation in Contemporary Societies Social

In recent times, research and technological advancements have opened an unprecedented window of opportunity for sports science to play a pivotal role in the holistic well-being of children. By harnessing the power of sports science, we can not only design, implement, and evaluate sports programs for young athletes but also address broader aspects of their health; therefore, the contemporary role of sports scientists in nurturing young talent cannot be understated, as they promote the most effective and efficient methods to support long-term sport and personal development. By integrating sports science principles into children’s health initiatives, we not only contribute to long-term sustained athletic performance but also foster comprehensive health outcomes . With appropriate immediate, short-term, and long-term interventions, we can enhance athletes’ adaptability to navigate the complex and ever-changing competitive landscape. Related Books Health Promotion in Children and Adolesc

The recent development of underground space technology makes underground space a potential and feasible solution to climate change, energy shortages, the growing population, and the demands on urban space. Advances in material science, information technology, and computer science incorporating traditional geotechnical engineering have been extensively applied to sustainable and resilient underground space applications. The aim of this Special Issue, entitled “Advanced Underground Space Technology”, is to gather original fundamental and applied research related to the design, construction, and maintenance of underground space. Related Books Structural Analysis of Underground Space Construction Engineering Urban Underground Space Design: Structural Stability and Mechanics Analysis Engineering Geo-Environmental Problems Caused by Underground Construction Engineering Geomechanics and Geotechnical Engineering Problems in the Design and Construction of Underground Buildings Engineering Ne

This Reprint includes some research articles covering advances in the theory of stochastic modeling in Biology. In this framework, continuous- and discrete-time stochastic processes, as well as stochastic differential equations, fractional differential equations, correlated processes, first-passage-time problems, stochastic optimal controls, parameter estimation, and simulation techniques, are treated. The topics include stochastic processes for neuronal activity, jump-diffusion processes, first-passage-time problems, Markov and semi-Markov processes, time-changed processes, Markov chains, fractional processes, and fractional Brownian motion. Related Books Probability Theory and Stochastic Modeling with Applications Computer Science & Mathematics Stochastic Processes Computer Science & Mathematics ... Stochastic Processes with Applications Computer Science & Mathematics Probability, Stochastic Processes and Optimization Computer Science & Mathematics Mathematical Modeling in System