Unraveling the pathogenomics of Rhizoctonia solani infecting proso millet (Panicum miliaceum L.): genomic perspective on ruthless virulence and adaptive evolution by Prasanna S. Koti, T. S. S. K. Patro, K. B. Palanna, B. Jeevan, Porapu Prasanth, G. V. Ramesh, N. Anuradha, Y. Sandhya Rani, Ungata Triveni, K. Lavanya Devi, T. Tharana Poonacha, Farooq Khan, Boda Praveen, M. Divya, D. Sabina Mary, V. Prasanna Kumari, T. E. Nagaraja, R. Madhusudhana, C. Tara Satyavathi

“…The most virulent strain, designated VAP-1, infecting proso millet, was sequenced using the Illumina platform and de novo assembled using the SPAdes assembler, resulting in a highly complete genome. Functional regions of the genome were predicted and annotated using Funannotate. …”
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Investigation on Silver Modification of Different Shaped Filler on the Heat Conduction Performance Improvement for Silicone Elastomer by Yifan Li, Yifan Li, Yuan Zhang, Yicheng Liu, Huaqing Xie, Huaqing Xie, Wei Yu, Wei Yu

“…The continuous miniaturization and multi-function of electronic devices have put forward high requirements for the effective removal of the heat generated in the system. …”
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Significance of the gut tract in the therapeutic mechanisms of polydopamine for acute cerebral infarction: neuro-immune interaction through the gut-brain axis by Feng-Hua Xu, Feng-Hua Xu, Xiao Sun, Jun Zhu, Ling-Yang Kong, Yuan Chang, Ning Li, Wen-Xiang Hui, Cong-Peng Zhang, Yi-Ming Cheng, Yi-Ming Cheng, Wen-Xin Han, Zhi-Min Tian, Yan-Ning Qiao, Dong-feng Chen, Lei Liu, Lei Liu, Da-Yun Feng, Jing Han

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Low‐Cost Intrinsic Flame‐Retardant Bio‐Based High Performance Polyurethane and its Application in Triboelectric Nanogenerators by Xiaoyu Zhang, Xixian Yan, Fanglei Zeng, Hao Zhang, Peiyao Li, Haiyang Zhang, Ning Li, Qingbao Guan, Zhengwei You

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Examination into nanomaterials, nanofibers and nanoparticles advances for wound healing and scaffolds in tissue engineering application: A review by Jesubori W. Sojobi, Oluwatoyin L. Bankole, Daniella C. Ulelu, Ojo S.I. Fayomi

“…The nanomaterial properties can be tuned as desired via precisely controlling the size, shape, synthesis conditions, and appropriate functionalization. The biocompatibility and antibacterial properties of the nanocomposite are improved bioactive ingredients. …”
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Effects of microplastics on growth and development of Rana latastei tadpoles: A mesocosm study by Andrea Gazzola, Alessandro Balestrieri, Luca F. Russo, Giulia Gnocchi, Daniele Pellitteri-Rosa, Paolo Tremolada

“…Microplastics (MPs) and their chemical additives have been demonstrated to affect the digestive system of exposed animals and its functionality. Their feeding habits make anuran larvae particularly vulnerable to MPs. …”
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Comparative Study of the Addition of TiO2 and TiO2/OMMT Clay on the Properties of PBAT for Biodegradable Food Packaging Applications by Antônio de Assis Pereira Teles da Silva, Regina Felipe do Ó, Luciana da Cunha Costa, Fernanda Abbate dos Santos, Gisele Cristina Valle Iulianelli

“…Microplastics from synthetic polymers significantly impact ecosystems and human health, making biodegradable polymers a promising alternative. …”
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Biomaterials and tissue engineering strategies for management of neurodegeneration: A critical perspective by Suraj Kumar, Rishabha Malviya, Sathvik Belagodu Sridhar, Javedh Shareef, Tarun Wadhwa

“…In-vitro and In-vivo environments, scaffold composed of synthetic and natural polymers resembles the extracellular structure, stimulating cell proliferation and improving biological function. …”
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THE EVALUATION OF CURRENT RESEARCH ON THE STRENGTH OF DENTAL RESTORATIVE COMPOSITE MATERIALS by V.S. Kukhta, О.S. Kyrmanov

“…At the same time, composite polymers are gaining ground in dental practice. The new concept of adhesive preparation of dental tissues before inserting filling material and improving the properties of the composite materials themselves contribute to the maximum preservation of healthy dental tissues, increase the aesthetics, durability and functionality of dental restorations. …”
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Photothermal magnetic Janus fabric vs cast membranes and their application in solar-based desalination by Norhan Nady, Nourhan Rashad, Noha Salem, Marwa Showman, Mohamed R. Elmarghany, Mohamed Salem, Ahmed M. Hamed, Sherif. H. Kandil

“…This study reinforces the idea that increased thickness of the cast membranes can enable them to function as 3D blocks, enhancing solar heat concentration and, in turn, boosting the water evaporation rate. …”
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Mussel-Inspired Hydrogels Incorporating Graphite Derivatives for Soft Tissue Regeneration by Filipa Fernandes, Daniela Peixoto, Cátia Correia, Magda Silva, Maria C. Paiva, Natália M. Alves

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Unveiling hidden contaminants: a systematic quantification and characterization of microplastics in hemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis fluids by Ekrem Kara, Kamil Konur, Yasemen Şentürk Koca, Ülgen Aytan

“…These findings highlight a potential, yet underrecognized, source of MP exposure in dialysis patients, necessitating further investigation into the implications of chronic MP absorption on renal function and systemic health. Regulatory policies should prioritize improved filtration techniques, alternative polymer-free materials, and stricter quality control measures to mitigate MP contamination in medical solutions. …”
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A Unique Trinuclear, Triangular Ni(II) Complex Composed of Two <i>tri</i>-Anionic <i>bis</i>-Oxamates and Capping Nitroxyl Radicals by Vitaly A. Morozov, Denis G. Samsonenko, Kira E. Vostrikova

“…Moreover, in this compound three Ni²⁺ ions are linked by the two bis-oxamate ligands playing a rare tritopic function due to an unprecedented triple deprotonation of the related meta-phenylene-bis(oxamic acid). …”
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Antifouling Surface‐Attached Hydrogel Nanocoatings Redefined: Green Solvent‐Based, Degradable, and High‐Performance Protection Against Foulants by Jenny Englert, Marc Palà, Jonas Quandt, Hannah Sieben, Oliver Grottke, Bernd Marx, Gerard Lligadas, Cesar Rodriguez‐Emmenegger

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Enhanced the plant germination in sandy soil by novel sludge-based biochar prepared with residual sludge after EPS extraction as soil amendment by Lin Li, Lequn Qu, Sudan Lin, Qiaoping Kong, Tong Yu, Haifeng Zhang, Si-Kyung Cho, Weiwei Ma, Xueqing Shi

“…Compared with the raw sludge-based biochar (SBC), a variety of new functional groups and crystalline structures were formed in RBC, and the specific surface area and pore volume were significantly increased. …”
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Adsorptive Removal of Iron Using SiO2 Nanoparticles Extracted from Rice Husk Ash by Tan Tai Nguyen, Hoa Thai Ma, Pramod Avti, Mohammed J. K. Bashir, Choon Aun Ng, Ling Yong Wong, Hieng Kiat Jun, Quang Minh Ngo, Ngoc Quyen Tran

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Six new bacterial species isolated from the phycosphere of marine macroalgae: a joint analysis based on taxonomy and polysaccharide utilization loci by De-Chen Lu, De-Chen Lu, Ying Yuan, Xin-Yun Tan, Le Liu, Jin-Hao Teng, Xue Cui, Tian-He Liu, Tian-He Liu, Jing Zhang, Zong-Jun Du, Zong-Jun Du, Ming-Yi Wang

“…Marine macroalgae-associated Bacteroidota play crucial roles in global carbon cycling through polysaccharide degradation, yet their taxonomic and functional diversity remains understudied. Here, we describe six novel species (strains 3-376T, 4-2040T, 2-473AT, 4-528T, 4-911T and 463T) within the families Flavobacteriaceae, Crocinitomicaceae, and Cytophagaceae isolated from macroalgal surfaces in the coastal area of Weihai, China. …”
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Development of Immune-Regulatory Pseudo-Protein-Coated Iron Oxide Nanoparticles for Enhanced Treatment of Triple-Negative Breast Tumor by Ying Ji, Juan Li, Li Ma, Zhijie Wang, Bochu Du, Hiu Yee Kwan, Zhaoxiang Bian, Chih-Chang Chu

“…This research developed functional polymers that are complexed with therapeutic molecules as a coating strategy for iron oxide nanoparticles. …”
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Unraveling the Multi-Omic Landscape of Extracellular Vesicles in Human Seminal Plasma by Laura Governini, Alesandro Haxhiu, Enxhi Shaba, Lorenza Vantaggiato, Alessia Mori, Marco Bruttini, Francesca Loria, Natasa Zarovni, Paola Piomboni, Claudia Landi, Alice Luddi

“…Bioinformatic tools were applied for functional omics analysis; the integration of proteomic and transcriptomic data provided a comprehensive understanding of the cargo content and regulatory networks present in EVs. …”
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A comprehensive review of electro-tribological behavior in conductive lubricants by Xiang Xi, Zijie Zhao, Hailong Li, Wei Gu, Wen Xie, Wenyi Zhang, Chih-An Lo, Lin Xue, Hongqiang Chu, Linhua Jiang

“…Various conductive additives have been incorporated into these lubricants, each providing unique advantages, such as enhancing conductive connectivity, reducing friction and wear, and improving the dispersion of other functional additives. This review covers a range of conductive materials, including carbon-based materials (carbon nanotubes, graphene nanosheets, carbon black, etc.), ionic liquids (ILs), metals (soft metal-based composites, gallium-based liquid metals), MAX phases, semiconductors, and conductive polymers, and discusses their impact on the electrical conductivity and electro-tribological properties of conductive lubricants. …”
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