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BiP Regulates the Unfolded Protein Response and Mitochondrial Respiration in Human Embryonic Stem Cells

This study demonstrates that while the ER chaperone BiP is dispensable for maintaining pluripotency in human embryonic stem cells, it is essential for coordinating the unfolded protein response with mitochondrial respiration to ensure stress resilience and prevent dissociation-induced apoptosis.

Shahnaz Babaei Abraki, Athaliah Gervacio, Iman Al Khatib, Timothy E. Shutt, Derrick E. Rancourt2026-09-17
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Complete Mitochondrial Genome and Protein-Coding Gene Evolution of Naemorhedus goral in Wanglang National Nature Reserve

This study presents the complete mitochondrial genome of a *Naemorhedus goral* from Wanglang National Nature Reserve, detailing its structural features, codon usage patterns, and evolutionary characteristics of protein-coding genes to provide an independently archived sequence for comparative analysis within the Caprinae subfamily.

Xiao Min, Zhang Jingjing, Dai Yuxin, Mu Sijing, Huang Junzhong, Zhao Lianjun, Liu Hao, Hua Donglai2026-09-17
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Moderate drought and lignin biosynthesis orchestrate tuberous root formation in Potentilla anserina via PaCCR1-mediated sucrose allocation

Moderate drought triggers tuberous root formation in *Potentilla anserina* by downregulating the PaCCR1-mediated lignin biosynthesis pathway, thereby redirecting carbon flux from structural lignin production to soluble sugar and starch accumulation to facilitate radial root expansion.

Mi Zhou, Yuxin Wang, Yangyang Xie, Meng Zhang, Tao Yang, Jinzhu Zhang, Wuhua Zhang, Jie Dong2026-09-17
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Whole-genome resequencing reveals population genomic diversity and enables SNP fingerprinting for germplasm management in Saudi Arabian pearl millet (Pennisetum glaucum)

This study utilizes whole-genome resequencing of 49 Saudi Arabian pearl millet accessions to characterize their population structure and genetic diversity, ultimately developing a highly discriminating 150-SNP fingerprinting panel integrated with QR-code technology for effective digital germplasm management.

Naser B Almarri, Salwa M Mostafa, Sara Osman, Sara M Alomran, Mohanad A Ibrahim, Ibrahim Alrashidi, Omar A Al-Haidar, Ib (…)2026-09-17
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Whole-Transcriptome Profiling Reveals RNA Expression Dynamics and ceRNA Network Remodeling across Health, Sepsis, and Sepsis-Associated Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome

This study utilizes whole-transcriptome sequencing of peripheral blood to characterize progressive dysregulation of mRNAs, lncRNAs, circRNAs, and miRNAs across health, sepsis, and sepsis-associated ARDS, revealing a remodeled ceRNA network that drives immune-inflammatory activation, extracellular matrix remodeling, and barrier dysfunction.

Qicheng Long, Yongkang Ye, Aifang Huang, Shuqing Liang, Wei Wang2026-09-17
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Performance of Polygenic Risk Scores for Breast Cancer in African Populations: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

This systematic review and meta-analysis reveals that while polygenic risk scores for breast cancer show modest predictive performance in African populations, European-derived models currently outperform those developed specifically for African ancestry, underscoring the critical need for greater genomic representation and recalibration to improve clinical utility.

RISSAME Djeneba Yasmina, Abibou SIMPORE, ZOURE Abdou Azaque, Barro Marcus, Moussa OUATTARA, Aida Djé Traoré, SAWADOGO Mo (…)2026-09-17
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Convergence of Artificial Intelligence and Cognitive Neuroscience Innovations and Future Directions

This review of 100 studies examines the interdisciplinary convergence of Artificial Intelligence and Cognitive Neuroscience, highlighting memory and attention as dominant research domains while addressing key technological applications, emerging directions like explainable AI, and critical ethical challenges to advocate for sustained collaboration in developing biologically grounded and socially responsible intelligent systems.

Uwem Johnson Ukpong, Otutu Margret Chetachi2026-09-17
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Impact of Cognitive Dual-Task Levels on Instrumented Timed Up and Go Performance: A Statistical and Machine Learning Analysis

This study demonstrates that increasing cognitive dual-task complexity significantly alters phase-specific gait performance and stability in healthy middle-aged adults, particularly during the walking-back phase, highlighting the value of instrumented Timed Up and Go analysis for detecting early cognitive-motor interference.

Abishek Shrestha, Zongyi Jiang, Farhan Ahnaf Rashid, Nathan D'Cunha, Raul Fernandez Rojas, Maryam Ghahramani2026-09-17
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Breeding period and nest survival of two endemic passerines on Fernando de Noronha Archipelago, Brazil

This study reveals that the endemic Noronha Vireo exhibits unusually high nest survival compared to the more vulnerable Noronha Elaenia, whose lower success rates highlight the urgent need for conservation measures such as invasive predator removal and habitat restoration on Fernando de Noronha.

Geisiane Sobral, Gabriela Arnoso, Larissa Amaral, Cecília Licarião, Bruna Miacci, Rosana Andrade Camilo, Mauro Galetti2026-09-17