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Open Access Research Article

Lanthanum Uptake and Distribution in Agricultural and Wild Plants: Insights from Greenhouse and Field Studies in Uncontaminated Soils

Received: 24 March 2025;  Published: 08 July 2025;  doi: 10.21926/rpse.2503012

Abstract

Lanthanum (La) is widely used in various fields. As a consequence, it can accumulate in soil and thus pose a potential hazard to the environment, including a decrease of plant biomass and chlorophyll content. To date, most experimental studies on the biogeochemistry of La have focused on toxic effects resulting from its accumulation in plants growing in La-contaminated areas, while the behavior of La in plants growing in uncontaminated soils has been the subject of much less research. The primary objectives of this [...]

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Open Access Research Article

Modeling the Mesoscopic-Scale Spatial Evolution of the Epileptic Pre-Ictal and Ictal Phases

Received: 13 December 2024;  Published: 23 June 2025;  doi: 10.21926/rpse.2502011

Abstract

The spatial evolution of the epileptiform regime in neural networks can be alternatively described in terms of a statistical approach, dealing with average smooth, differentiable fields rather than discrete neural elements. After a brief review of mathematical methods for modeling epilepsy (the condensed matter vs. the neural mass models) together with their pros and cons, we introduce our continuous-space model for the pre-ictal scalar field and the ictal epileptiform vector flux in the form of the diffusion equat [...]

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Open Access Interview

An Interview with Dr. José Pinela

Received: 22 June 2025;  Published: 23 June 2025;  doi: 10.21926/rpse.2502010

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Open Access Interview

An Interview with Dr. Emanuele Sgambitterra

Received: 05 May 2025;  Published: 06 May 2025;  doi: 10.21926/rpse.2502009

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Open Access Interview

An Interview with Prof. Dr. Pedro Fonte

Received: 07 April 2025;  Published: 11 April 2025;  doi: 10.21926/rpse.2502008

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Open Access Original Research

Entropy and War, Toy Models

Received: 05 February 2025;  Published: 02 April 2025;  doi: 10.21926/rpse.2502007

Abstract

This study investigates the relationship between entropy and societal dynamics, with a particular focus on the origins and implications of war. By using entropy as a measure of uncertainty and inequality, the research examines societal stability through patterns of stratification and wealth distribution. Employing simplified models of various wealth distributions, the study explores their effects on social stratification and the potential for conflict. Drawing on historical and contemporary examples, it delves into [...]

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Open Access Review

Simulation Software in the Design and AI-Driven Automation of All-Terrain Farm Vehicles and Implements for Precision Agriculture

Received: 26 August 2024;  Published: 01 April 2025;  doi: 10.21926/rpse.2502006

Abstract

Precision agriculture depends on the automation and mechanization of agricultural equipment and vehicles in a variety of terrains, which increases productivity and sustainability. This review presents a comparative analysis of significant simulation software used in designing and developing automated agricultural systems, emphasizing their methodologies and significance in advancing farm technology. Artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) methods are modeled, optimized, and integrated using key techn [...]

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Open Access Original Research

Machine Learning Analysis of the Impact of Increasing the Minimum Wage on Income Inequality in Spain from 2001 to 2021

Received: 31 July 2024;  Published: 25 March 2025;  doi: 10.21926/rpse.2501005

Abstract

The main aim of this work is to analyze the impact of the National Minimum Wage (NMW) on wealth redistribution in Spain during the 2001-2021 period. This research addresses a fundamental question: Does increasing the minimum wage effectively reduce income inequality and contribute to a more equitable wealth distribution without negatively impacting overall economic growth and employment? Using a complete statistical census provided by the Spanish Tax Administration Agency, this study examines how the increase in th [...]

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Open Access Interview

An Interview with Prof. Takashiro Akitsu

Received: 19 March 2025;  Published: 19 March 2025;  doi: 10.21926/rpse.2501004

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Open Access Original Research

Impacts of Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS) Technology on the Sustainability of Coal-Based Power Generation Pathways

Received: 16 November 2024;  Published: 10 March 2025;  doi: 10.21926/rpse.2501003

Abstract

Carbon capture and storage (CCS) technology mitigates greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. However, comprehensive studies assessing the sustainability of coal-based power generation (CBPG) with CCS remain limited. This study focuses on developing comparative sustainability indicators across the entire life cycle of CBPG integrated with CCS technology. Sixty-six pathways were analyzed after establishing five sustainability indicators for each. These indicators were standardized per megawatt-hour (MWh) of energy, encompas [...]

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