Metabolic Activity of Micromycetes Affecting Urban Concrete Constructions by Galina Yakovleva, Eugene Sagadeev, Viktor Stroganov, Olga Kozlova, Rodion Okunev, Olga Ilinskaya

“…First, we have identified two dominant isolates, Aspergillus fumigatus and Penicillium brevicompactum, and characterized their destructive properties according to the radial growth rate, antagonistic activity towards bacterial habitants of concrete, and production of organic acids. Then, we have demonstrated that five tested brands of high-strength concrete differ in bioreceptivity. …”
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Inheritance patterns of male asexuality in hybrid males of a water frog Pelophylax esculentus by Marie Doležálková-Kaštánková, Dmitrij Dedukh, Veronika Labajová, Eleonora Pustovalova, Lukáš Choleva

“…While during sexual reproduction, progeny inherits a mix of genetic material from both parents, asexually reproducing organisms transfer a copy of maternal or paternal DNA to the progeny clonally. …”
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MacSyFinder v2: Improved modelling and search engine to identify molecular systems in genomes by Néron, Bertrand, Denise, Rémi, Coluzzi, Charles, Touchon, Marie, Rocha, Eduardo P.C., Abby, Sophie S.

“…Complex cellular functions are usually encoded by a set of genes in one or a few organized genetic loci in microbial genomes. Macromolecular System Finder (MacSyFinder) is a program that uses these properties to model and then annotate cellular functions in microbial genomes. …”
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Study of the neuronal response to olfactory stimuli in control and LPS-stimulated mice by functional magnetic resonance imaging by A. E. Akulov, A. V. Romashchenko, O. B. Shevelev, D. V. Petrovski, A. A. Savelov, M. P. Moshkin

“…Odor stimulation was done with a lab-made metering unit for supplying standard doses of volatile organic compounds. The supply of olfactory stimuli induced activation of neurons in the primary perceptual center and the centers of secondary processing of olfactory information. …”
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Naître et mourir à Nîmes dans l’Antiquité. L’évolution d’un espace funéraire consacré à l’inhumation des nourrissons et des fœtus du Ier siècle avant notre ère au IIIe siècle de no... by Gaëlle Granier, Richard Pellé

“…This preliminary study attempts to understand the societal issues underlying this kind of burial space dedicated to young children, and to gain a better knowledge of the peri-urban landscape of the city through its burial spaces and what they tell us about the organization of Roman society.…”
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Extended Spectrum β-Lactamases among Gram-Negative Bacterial Isolates from Clinical Specimens in Three Major Hospitals in Northern Jordan by Raymond G. Batchoun, Samer F. Swedan, Abdullah M. Shurman

“…Extended spectrum β-lactamase (ESBL) production is increasing all over the world, and organisms other than E. coli and K. pneumoniae are acquiring this character. …”
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Immunomodulation effects of collagen hydrogel encapsulating extracellular vesicles derived from calcium silicate stimulated-adipose mesenchymal stem cells for diabetic healing by Yen-Hong Lin, Yeh Chen, En-Wei Liu, Mei-Chih Chen, Min-Hua Yu, Cheng-Yu Chen, Chia-Che Ho, Tai-Yi Hsu-Jiang, Jian-Jr Lee, Der-Yang Cho, Ming-You Shie

“…In vivo, histological evaluation of diabetic rabbit models treated with CSEV-loaded collagen revealed superior reepithelialization and organized collagen deposition, indicating accelerated wound closure. …”
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Bioactivity of Nonedible Parts of Punica granatum L.: A Potential Source of Functional Ingredients by Nawraj Rummun, Jhoti Somanah, Srishti Ramsaha, Theeshan Bahorun, Vidushi S. Neergheen-Bhujun

“…The flower and peel extracts resulting from organic solvent extraction exhibited strong antioxidant activities which correlated with the high levels of total phenolics, flavonoids, and proanthocyanidins. …”
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Antimicrobial Resistance Associated with Mass Gatherings: A Systematic Review by Linda Tong Pao, Mohamed Tashani, Catherine King, Harunor Rashid, Ameneh Khatami

“…The heterogeneity of the studies precluded a meta-analysis, hence a narrative synthesis by organism was conducted. A significant increase in antibiotic-resistant <i>Escherichia coli</i> and <i>Klebsiella pneumoniae</i> was reported following Hajj, as was a rise in gastrointestinal carriage of extended-spectrum β-lactamase (ESBL) or carbapenemase genes. …”
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Resistance of the Nahdlatul Ulama Party towards the New Order 1967-1969 by Mahmud Mahmud, Dewi Yuliati, Alamsyah Alamsyah

“…The New Order government began to show signs of being anti-democratic by imposing political policies that put pressure on political parties and intervening in the PNU organization's internal realm. PNU's resistance to the New Order government was a reaction to various government interventions and actions that attempted to minimize the role and influence of the PNU. …”
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Cosmopolitanism of Langsa Society during Colonial Era by Sumiyati Sumiyati, Singgih Tri Sulistiyono, Yety Rochwulaningsih, Ichwan Azhari

“…One example is the acceptance of Muhammadiyah as a modernist Islamic organization.…”
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Effect of Urease and Nitrification Inhibitors on Heavy Metal Mobility in an Intensively Cultivated Soil by Nicoleta Vicar, Alina Lațo, Iaroslav Lațo, Florin Crista, Adina Berbecea, Isidora Radulov

“…Urease and nitrification inhibitors represent ways to reduce nitrogen losses; their presence modifies microbial and enzymatic activity in the soil, affecting pH and organic matter (OM), which in turn affects the mobility of heavy metals. …”
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Plant Colonization by Biocontrol Bacteria and Improved Plant Health: A Review by Roohallah Saberi Riseh, Fariba Fathi, Mozhgan Gholizadeh Vazvani, Mika Tapio Tarkka

“…Moving beyond the roots, biocontrol bacteria migrate and colonize other plant organs, including stems, leaves, and even flowers. …”
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Species evolution: cryptic species and phenotypic noise with a particular focus on fungal systematics by Anusha H. Ekanayaka, Anusha H. Ekanayaka, Samantha C. Karunarathna, Samantha C. Karunarathna, Saowaluck Tibpromma, Arun Kumar Dutta, Danushka Sandaruwan Tennakoon, Anuruddha Karunarathna, Ekachai Chukeatirote, Dong-Qin Dai, Steven L. Stephenson, Sajeewa S. N. Maharachchikumbura, Chao Liu, Alan J. L. Phillips

“…Although both concepts are opposites, they each contribute significantly to the evolutionary process of an organism. Despite the extensive research studies and publications discussing those two concepts in separate accounts, a concise account that combines and compares both concepts are generally lacking. …”
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Effect of High-Pressure Processing on Color, Texture and Volatile Profile During Sardine Refrigeration by Lama Ismaiel, Ancuta Nartea, Benedetta Fanesi, Paolo Lucci, Deborah Pacetti, Henry Jaeger, Felix Schottroff

“…Physicochemical attributes, including texture, color, and volatile organic profiles, were assessed. Increasing both pressure and holding times resulted in increased levels of hardness, chewiness, and L* during storage. …”
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Forest Plundering in the Forest Management Unit (KPH) Randublatung, Blora Regency: Types of Plundering and the Involvement of External Community Actors by Nazal Chilmi Ulyatin, Singgih Tri Sulistiyono, Yety Rochwulaningsih

“…Additionally, the emergence of financiers driven by the demand for teak wood in the market also fueled organized and structured plundering. These actions were often supported by security forces.…”
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Optimisation of Water-Use in Pulp and Paper Mills: A Streamlined Review of Scientific Journal Publications by Felicia Ocklind, Kristin Liback, Lova Lundqvist, Wilma Harge, G Venkatesh

“…The articles, in general, recommend effective in-plant wastewater treatment in combinaton with recirculating the treated effluent, and looking upon the water streams as carriers or bearers of valorisable substances – organics which can yield a host of bio-products in bio-refineries, including bio-energy. …”
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Physical, Spatial, and Molecular Aspects of Extracellular Matrix of In Vivo Niches and Artificial Scaffolds Relevant to Stem Cells Research by Maria Akhmanova, Egor Osidak, Sergey Domogatsky, Sergey Rodin, Anna Domogatskaya

“…Biochemical characteristics of natural extracellular matrix molecules regard diversity and structural complexity of matrix molecules, affinity and specificity of epitope interaction with cell receptors, role of non-affinity domains, complexity of supramolecular organization, and co-signaling by growth factors or matrix epitopes. …”
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Antimicrobial Properties of α-MSH and Related Synthetic Melanocortins by A. Catania, G. Colombo, C. Rossi, A. Carlin, A. Sordi, C. Lonati, F. Turcatti, P. Leonardi, P. Grieco, S. Gatti

“…The natural antimicrobial peptides are ancient host defense effector molecules, present in organisms across the evolutionary spectrum. Several properties of α-melanocyte stimulating hormone (α-MSH) suggested that it could be a natural antimicrobial peptide. α-MSH is a primordial peptide that appeared during the Paleozoic era, long before adaptive immunity developed and, like natural antimicrobial molecules, is produced by barrier epithelia, immunocytes, and within the central nervous system. α-MSH was discovered to have antimicrobial activity against two representative pathogens, Staphylococcus aureus and Candida albicans. …”
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Role of Nanotechnology in Ischemic Stroke: Advancements in Targeted Therapies and Diagnostics for Enhanced Clinical Outcomes by Virendra Kumar Yadav, Rachna Gupta, Abdullah A. Assiri, Jalal Uddin, Azfar A. Ishaqui, Pankaj Kumar, Khalid M. Orayj, Shazia Tahira, Ashish Patel, Nisha Choudhary

“…Nanoparticles (NPs) belonging to several classes, including metallic (metallic and metal oxide), organic (lipids, liposome), and carbon, can cross the blood–brain barrier and may exhibit immense potential for managing various strokes. …”
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