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Evaluating green operational efficiency of West African container ports along the belt and road initiative using super-efficiency SBM-DEA and Malmquist productivity index 基于超效率SBM-DEA和Malmquist生产力指数的“一带一路”沿线西非集装箱港口绿色运营效率评估

Next Sustainability Pub Date : 2026-06-01 Epub Date: 2026-01-08 DOI: 10.1016/j.nxsust.2025.100239

Afi Laeticia Awaga, Yan Yan, Wei Xu, Xin Ji

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Spatio-temporal dynamics in Bhitarkanika mangroves amid climate change showcasing the resilience and vulnerability due to cyclonic events 气候变化背景下比塔卡尼喀红树林的时空动态，展示了气旋事件的复原力和脆弱性

Next Sustainability Pub Date : 2026-06-01 Epub Date: 2025-12-13 DOI: 10.1016/j.nxsust.2025.100233

Jassi Sharma , B.solomon Raju , Anjum Mahtab

{"title":"Spatio-temporal dynamics in Bhitarkanika mangroves amid climate change showcasing the resilience and vulnerability due to cyclonic events","authors":"Jassi Sharma , B.solomon Raju , Anjum Mahtab","doi":"10.1016/j.nxsust.2025.100233","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.nxsust.2025.100233","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Mangroves form a critical ecological shield for tropical coastlines, yet they are increasingly threatened by climate change, extreme events, and human interventions. Assessing their health and vulnerability is therefore essential for sustainable coastal management. The integration of MaxEnt, MIROC6 climate projections, and 20-year LCLU data allows for assessing mangrove resilience under both historical and future climatic extremes. The present study identifies changes in land cover/use of Bhitarkanika Wildlife Sanctuary during the period 2004–2024 using multi-temporal satellite images. The resilience and vulnerability of mangroves was estimated using the global climate model MIROC6 and incorporating extreme events. The spatio-temporal, remotely sensed high-resolution LANDSAT series satellite imagery utilized for the study region for the time period of 2004–2024. The pixel-based random forest supervised classification technique using Google Earth Engine has been used for LC/LU classification. The results indicate that dense mangrove cover remained stable at approximately 135 km² in both 2009 and 2024. However, from 2004 to 2024, there was an overall growth of about 2.12 %. In contrast, agricultural land expanded by 382.21 km², showing a growth of 10.55 % over the same period. The open vegetation class showed a gradual but notable increase of approximately 105.40 km² between 2004 and 2024, representing an 89.77 % growth. Furthermore, projections suggest that mangrove resilience will improve significantly, with an estimated increase of 499.77 km² under the SSP 370 scenario and 459.27 km² under SSP 585. The study's outcome provides a robust framework to link land-use dynamics with species distribution and climate-driven vulnerability, which can be utilised by forest managers, local authorities, and the government in conservation and planning management strategies.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":100960,"journal":{"name":"Next Sustainability","volume":"7 ","pages":"Article 100233"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2026-06-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145799951","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

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The mutual impacts of climate change and wastewater treatment: Critical review of challenges and solutions 气候变化和废水处理的相互影响：挑战和解决方案的批判性审查

Next Sustainability Pub Date : 2026-06-01 Epub Date: 2025-12-16 DOI: 10.1016/j.nxsust.2025.100231

Ali Karimaee, Benyamin Yaghobi, Fatemeh Sarraf, Farkhondeh Khorashadi Zadeh

{"title":"The mutual impacts of climate change and wastewater treatment: Critical review of challenges and solutions","authors":"Ali Karimaee, Benyamin Yaghobi, Fatemeh Sarraf, Farkhondeh Khorashadi Zadeh","doi":"10.1016/j.nxsust.2025.100231","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.nxsust.2025.100231","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Climate change has caused significant challenges to sustainable development in agriculture, industry, and infrastructure. Wastewater treatment, as a fundamental urban infrastructure in promoting sustainable city living, has also faced drastic problems due to climate change. These problems include changes in the volume and quality of influent wastewater, sewer overflows, damage to treatment plant infrastructures, and a reduction in overall treatment efficiency. Wastewater treatment also intensifies climate change effects through fossil fuel burning, greenhouse gas emissions, and marine eutrophication. Life cycle assessment as an effective tool for analyzing the mutual impacts of climate change on wastewater treatment processes indicates that the adoption of novel technologies transforms treatment plants from energy consumers into energy producers. Furthermore, the co-treatment of food and organic waste with conventional wastewater has led to a reduction in greenhouse gas emissions and an increase in biogas production. Additionally, optimizing stormwater treatment unit design and sludge management can reduce fossil fuel-related emissions by up to 84 % and non-carcinogenic human toxicity by up to 56 %. Given the reciprocal negative effects of climate change and wastewater treatment, it is necessary to seek practical approaches (such as reusing treated wastewater, bio-electrochemical processes and membrane bioreactors, constructed wetland, and biochar) to address these negative impacts. Utilizing new methods of wastewater treatment decreases energy consumption, increases plant efficiency, and provides economic benefits. This review provides a comprehensive insight into rectifying the wastewater treatment process for reducing the adverse effects of climate change and supports selecting cost-effective management strategies for decision-makers and plant managers.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":100960,"journal":{"name":"Next Sustainability","volume":"7 ","pages":"Article 100231"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2026-06-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145799946","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

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Exploring lead biosorption via Lactobacillus-based exopolysaccharides and biofilms: A structural and functional study 探索以乳酸杆菌为基础的胞外多糖和生物膜对铅的生物吸附：结构和功能研究

Next Sustainability Pub Date : 2026-06-01 Epub Date: 2025-12-08 DOI: 10.1016/j.nxsust.2025.100226

Anchal Singh, Sneha Roy, Pinki Saini

{"title":"Exploring lead biosorption via Lactobacillus-based exopolysaccharides and biofilms: A structural and functional study","authors":"Anchal Singh, Sneha Roy, Pinki Saini","doi":"10.1016/j.nxsust.2025.100226","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.nxsust.2025.100226","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Toxic heavy metals such as lead (Pb) persistently accumulate in ecosystems as a result of unregulated anthropogenic activities, posing significant threats to both environmental and human health. The widespread occurrence of Pb contamination underscores the urgent need for efficient remediation strategies. This study aims to optimize the biosorption of lead [Pb(II)] using biofilms and exopolysaccharides (EPS) synthesized by <em>Lactiplantibacillus plantarum</em>, <em>Limosilactobacillus reuteri</em>, and <em>Lactiplantibacillus</em> sp. strain ANPSCRLB. The strains were examined for their minimum inhibitory concentration and Pb(II) biosorption efficiency across concentrations ranging from 100 to 350 mg/L. Among the tested strains, the biofilm of <em>Lactiplantibacillus</em> sp. ANPSCRLB demonstrated the highest lead biosorption capacity (2.95 ± 0.01 mg/L), followed by <em>L. plantarum</em> (2.89 ± 0.09 mg/L) and <em>L. reuteri</em> (2.61 ± 0.01 mg/L) at pH 4 and 37 °C. Biosorption increased progressively from 6 h to 24 h for both EPS and biofilm samples, reaching a maximum at 24 h, with Pb(II) removal efficiencies ranging from 81.6 % to 95.6 % for biofilms and 85.3–96.3 % for EPS matrices. FTIR analysis indicated shifts in EPS peaks from 3293 cm⁻¹ to 2923 cm⁻¹ after Pb(II) biosorption, suggesting the involvement of O–H, C–H, and N–H functional groups associated with proteins and polysaccharides in metal binding. SEM micrographs revealed that both EPS and biofilm exhibited heterogeneous, porous surface structures with large folds, while structural analysis confirmed dense cell clusters embedded within EPS, forming robust biofilm-like networks with numerous active binding sites. The study demonstrates the potential of LAB-derived biofilms and EPS as sustainable and efficient biosorbents for the removal of heavy metals from aqueous environments.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":100960,"journal":{"name":"Next Sustainability","volume":"7 ","pages":"Article 100226"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2026-06-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145750387","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

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Participatory flood vulnerability assessment in the Teesta floodplain of Bangladesh using GIS-based AHP and frequency ratio models 基于gis的AHP和频率比模型的孟加拉国Teesta漫滩参与式洪水脆弱性评估

Next Sustainability Pub Date : 2026-06-01 Epub Date: 2026-01-21 DOI: 10.1016/j.nxsust.2026.100251

Md. Moniruzzaman Monir, Subaran Chandra Sarker, Shapla Akhter

{"title":"Participatory flood vulnerability assessment in the Teesta floodplain of Bangladesh using GIS-based AHP and frequency ratio models","authors":"Md. Moniruzzaman Monir, Subaran Chandra Sarker, Shapla Akhter","doi":"10.1016/j.nxsust.2026.100251","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.nxsust.2026.100251","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Flooding in the Teesta River floodplain of northern Bangladesh poses significant socio-economic and environmental challenges due to monsoonal rainfall, low-lying topography, and dynamic riverine processes. This study presents a participatory flood vulnerability assessment integrating GIS-based Analytical Hierarchy Process (AHP) and Frequency Ratio (FR) models with community-level insights to delineate flood-prone areas and evaluate local adaptive capacity. Topographical, hydrological, and environmental datasets, including Landsat 8 imagery, Digital Elevation Model (DEM), land use and land cover (LULC), drainage density, soil texture, and rainfall, were compiled and analyzed to generate flood vulnerability maps for 2000, 2010, and 2022. Flood vulnerability increased between 2000 and 2022, with low vulnerability areas decreasing (2809.87 → 2476.45 km²) and high to very high zones expanding (607.76 → 761.22 km² and 441.30 → 654.87 km²), while river areas declined (922.09 → 823.81 km²). Validation using field data showed 85 % agreement, confirming model reliability. Participatory assessment of community adaptive capacity highlighted variations in resilience across four dimensions: Built Environment, Organization and Institution, Socioeconomic Status, and Science and Technology, with technological enhancement and social engagement identified as key strategies for improving flood preparedness. This integrated approach highlights the value of merging geospatial modeling with community insights to strengthen local disaster risk reduction efforts and guide effective policy-making in highly flood-prone deltaic areas.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":100960,"journal":{"name":"Next Sustainability","volume":"7 ","pages":"Article 100251"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2026-06-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"146037962","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

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Spinel ferrite nanoparticles in environmental remediation: Adsorption, catalysis, and sustainability perspectives 尖晶石铁氧体纳米颗粒在环境修复中的应用：吸附、催化和可持续性观点

Next Sustainability Pub Date : 2026-06-01 Epub Date: 2025-12-23 DOI: 10.1016/j.nxsust.2025.100240

Shameran Jamal Salih , Zahraa S. Tahseen

{"title":"Spinel ferrite nanoparticles in environmental remediation: Adsorption, catalysis, and sustainability perspectives","authors":"Shameran Jamal Salih , Zahraa S. Tahseen","doi":"10.1016/j.nxsust.2025.100240","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.nxsust.2025.100240","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Spinel ferrite nanoparticles (MFe<sub>2</sub>O<sub>4</sub>, M = Co, Ni, Zn, Cu, Mg) are emerging as versatile materials for environmental remediation because they combine surface reactivity with magnetic separation. This review critically evaluates the efficiency of MFe<sub>2</sub>O<sub>4</sub> catalyst(s) for treatment diverse pollutants, including heavy metals, organic dyes, pharmaceuticals, radionuclides, gaseous contaminants, and inactive microorganisms. Particular attention is given to how cation distribution, particle size, and synthesis route control surface hydroxyl density, point of zero charge, and magnetization, and how these properties govern adsorption, photo-catalysis, Fenton-like reactions, and magnetic recovery. Reported studies demonstrate strong pollutant removal efficiencies, yet most remain confined to idealized laboratory conditions, limited regeneration cycles, and short-term testing. Functionalization and hybrid systems improve selectivity and catalytic activity, but often increase synthesis cost and complexity. Despite promising results, challenges remain in scaling synthesis while preserving performance, verifying durability in real effluents, and integrating ferrites into continuous treatment systems. Life cycle considerations, including long-term transformation, toxicity, and environmental fate, are rarely addressed but essential for responsible application. By separating demonstrated capabilities from unresolved gaps, this review identifies where MFe<sub>2</sub>O<sub>4</sub> can realistically contribute to remediation technologies and outlines priorities for advancing their sustainable deployment.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":100960,"journal":{"name":"Next Sustainability","volume":"7 ","pages":"Article 100240"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2026-06-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145840879","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

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A review of nano-bubble technology in washing: An ecological advancement of post-consumer recycled denim clothing 纳米气泡技术在洗涤中的应用综述：消费后再生牛仔服装的生态进步

Next Sustainability Pub Date : 2026-06-01 Epub Date: 2026-01-02 DOI: 10.1016/j.nxsust.2025.100245

Kaniz Farhana , Mohammad Ashraful Alam

{"title":"A review of nano-bubble technology in washing: An ecological advancement of post-consumer recycled denim clothing","authors":"Kaniz Farhana , Mohammad Ashraful Alam","doi":"10.1016/j.nxsust.2025.100245","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.nxsust.2025.100245","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>The nano-bubble technique is a cutting-edge method of washing clothes that uses the special physical and chemical characteristics of tiny gas bubbles to increase sustainability and efficiency while also making the operation more environmentally friendly. This article examines the importance of nano-bubble technology in the denim industry throughout the washing process. It explains how this washing method can help recycled post-consumer denim textiles overcome their issues. This study demonstrated how nano-bubbles improve the efficiency of washing of recycled denim by using less water and chemicals, enabling high-value uses for recycled fibers, and combining the growing need to preserve fashion with sustainability. Moreover, the present study highlights the nano-bubble technology as a ground-breaking instrument for attaining sustainability in the denim sector, considering the existing conditions of these well-known businesses, their adoption of technological improvement, and their concern for environmental impact. In addition, it discussed the present shortcomings, challenges, and prospects for improving the washing process using nano-bubbles. By using this technology, the denim sector may reduce waste and its environmental impact by implementing a more sustainable and efficient recycling system.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":100960,"journal":{"name":"Next Sustainability","volume":"7 ","pages":"Article 100245"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2026-06-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145884255","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

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Pomegranate peel-derived AgNPs for enhanced food safety: Insights into eco-friendly synthesis, antimicrobial, anti-weevil, and jute sack functionalization applications 石榴皮衍生的AgNPs用于增强食品安全：对环保合成，抗菌，抗象鼻虫和黄麻袋功能化应用的见解

Next Sustainability Pub Date : 2026-06-01 Epub Date: 2026-01-03 DOI: 10.1016/j.nxsust.2025.100244

A.O. Fajingbesi , A. Lateef , L. Azeez , D. Mishra

{"title":"Pomegranate peel-derived AgNPs for enhanced food safety: Insights into eco-friendly synthesis, antimicrobial, anti-weevil, and jute sack functionalization applications","authors":"A.O. Fajingbesi , A. Lateef , L. Azeez , D. Mishra","doi":"10.1016/j.nxsust.2025.100244","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.nxsust.2025.100244","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>This research reports biosynthesis of AgNPs using pomegranate peel extract and the mechanism of synthesis for potential applications in controlling insects and microbial contamination in stored foods. AgNPs was characterized by UV-Vis spectrophotometry, FTIR, GC-MS, XRD, SEM and HRTEM. The extract successfully synthesized spherical-shaped AgNPs with maximum absorbance at 418 nm and sizes of 7–30 nm. The GC-MS analysis showed several phytochemicals found in the extract and colloidal AgNPs with antimicrobial, insecticidal, antiviral, anticancer and antioxidant potentials. The GC-MS chromatogram of AgNPs showed formation of new compounds which could have been formed through nanocatalysis of the components of the peel extract and may represent new clues about the phytochemical fingerprints of biosynthesized nanoparticles. The synthesized nanoparticles exhibited potent antibacterial activities against multidrug resistant <em>Escherichia coli, Bacillus licheniformis, B. subtilis, Proteus mirabilis, Klebsiella oxytoca</em> and <em>B. megaterium</em> with MIC of 60 µg/ml, and antifungal activities of 78.51–80.95 % against <em>Aspergillus niger, A. fumigatus, A. flavus</em> and <em>Fusarium solani</em> at 100 µg/ml. Exposure to AgNPs triggered leaching of DNA and proteins from the bacterial cells. The AgNPs also killed bean weevils (40–90 %), and could therefore be exploited in combating spoilage caused by microorganisms and insects in food products. Herein, we report for the first time, that AgNPs-functionalized jute sack exhibited 100 % antifungal activities at AgNPs inclusion levels of 25–42.5 µg/ml and anti-weevil activity of 90 % at 25 µg/ml compared to inactivity by the non-functionalized sacks. These results highlight the potential roles of the biosynthesized AgNPs in enhancing public health, food safety and security.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":100960,"journal":{"name":"Next Sustainability","volume":"7 ","pages":"Article 100244"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2026-06-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145884256","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

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Bio-based vitrimers and covalent adaptable networks – a short review 生物基玻璃体和共价自适应网络综述

Next Sustainability Pub Date : 2026-06-01 Epub Date: 2025-12-17 DOI: 10.1016/j.nxsust.2025.100235

Deniz Bulutcu, Steven Eschig

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Estimating manufacturing value-added via hybrid ANFIS-GA and PSO optimization: A macro-analysis of European OECD economies 通过混合anfiss - ga和PSO优化估计制造业增加值：欧洲经合组织经济体的宏观分析

Next Sustainability Pub Date : 2026-06-01 Epub Date: 2025-12-23 DOI: 10.1016/j.nxsust.2025.100241

Mustafa Özdemir, Metin Özkul

{"title":"Estimating manufacturing value-added via hybrid ANFIS-GA and PSO optimization: A macro-analysis of European OECD economies","authors":"Mustafa Özdemir, Metin Özkul","doi":"10.1016/j.nxsust.2025.100241","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.nxsust.2025.100241","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>In recent years, artificial intelligence-based hybrid methods have gained increasing attention for addressing complex and nonlinear problems in engineering and economic systems. This study proposes an innovative approach to estimate manufacturing value-added at the macro level by integrating innovation, entrepreneurship, and environmental indicators. An Adaptive Neuro-Fuzzy Inference System (ANFIS) model is optimized using Genetic Algorithm (GA) and Particle Swarm Optimization (PSO) to improve estimation accuracy. The proposed hybrid models are tested across different population sizes and benchmarked against the standard ANFIS model. Comparative performance evaluation reveals that the ANFIS-GA model with a population size of 25 outperforms other models, achieving the most consistent and accurate estimation results with R²= 0.9080, MAE= 0.1455, MSE= 0.0325, RMSE= 0.1801, and PBIAS= 0.7960. The findings demonstrate the robustness and applicability of the ANFIS-GA model for manufacturing value-added prediction, offering valuable insights for policy makers and industrial decision-makers in enhancing production performance and sustainable development strategies.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":100960,"journal":{"name":"Next Sustainability","volume":"7 ","pages":"Article 100241"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2026-06-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145840880","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

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