P-modified biochar alters the microbial community in heavy metal-contaminated soils by regulating nutrient supply balance by Qiang Wang, Chenyang Xu, Kai Pan, Xiaogang Wu, Yanshuo Pan, Chengjiao Duan, Zengchao Geng

“…Modules 1 and 3 played important but opposite functions in the nitrogen and P cycle of the soil. …”
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Skin microbiota during metamorphosis of Quasipaa spinosa: guidance for maintaining mucosal symbiotic microbial flora homeostasis in early life of frogs by Jinliang Hou, Yu Tan, Yanfei Huang, Hong Li, Deliang Li, Xinhua Liu, Junhua Li, Yazhou Hu, Jianguo Xiang

“…LEfSe (Linear discriminant analysis effect size) showed significant enrichment of beneficial bacteria at various developmental stages, including Bacteroides, Bacillus, and Lactobacillus. Functional prediction analysis shows significant differences in skin microorganism functions across various developmental stages, with a primary focus on metabolic functions. …”
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Extensive data mining uncovers novel diversity among members of the rare biosphere within the Thermoplasmatota by Mara D. Maeke, Xiuran Yin, Lea C. Wunder, Chiara Vanni, Tim Richter-Heitmann, Samuel Miravet-Verde, Hans-Joachim Ruscheweyh, Shinichi Sunagawa, Jenny Fabian, Judith Piontek, Michael W. Friedrich, Christiane Hassenrück

“…Besides, members of this group exhibit the highest proportion of unknown genes within the entire phylum Thermoplasmatota, suggesting a high degree of functional novelty in this class. Conclusions In this study, we emphasize the necessity of targeted, data-integrative approaches to deepen our understanding of the rare biosphere and uncover the functions and metabolic potential hidden within these understudied taxa. …”
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Assessing the Biodegradation of Low-Density Polyethylene Films by <i>Candida tropicalis</i> SLNEA04 and <i>Rhodotorula mucilaginosa</i> SLNEA05 by Randa Harrat, Ghania Bourzama, Gaëtan Burgaud, Emmanuel Coton, Aymen Bourezgui, Boudjema Soumati

“…SEM analysis revealed morphological alterations, including cracks and holes, ATR-FTIR detected new functional groups (alcohols, alkynes, aldehydes, alkenes and ketones), while XRD identified changes in the polymer crystallinity and phase composition. …”
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The role of microbiomes in animal invasions: a scoping review by Claudia Romeo, Elsa Brenner, Lucas A. Wauters, Antton Alberdi

“…Therefore, harbouring a highly functional microbiome may be advantageous in the context of invasion, where small host populations must rapidly adapt to new environmental conditions. …”
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Analysis of Human Gut Microbiota Enzymes for Biotechnological and Food Industrial Applications by Alfonso Torres-Sánchez, Gracia Luque, Pilar Ortiz, Alicia Ruiz-Rodríguez, Ana López-Moreno, Margarita Aguilera

“…A total of 93 easily cultivable strains were selected from a bank of isolated microorganisms generated from the gut microbiota of children under different media and conditions. …”
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Breaking the Recycling Bottleneck of Thermosets via Bio‐Tailoring Technology by Jinping Yu, Huan Wang, Yang Xu, Boutrous Wemegah, Yang Lan, Jing Li, Li Yang, Guanjun Chang

“…The indole groups in the cross‐linked network can be accurately identified and tailored by microorganisms, giving rise to the cross‐linked network being tailored into new linear polymers and small molecule segments, named the Bio‐Tailoring technology. …”
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Free-caged rearing modes regulate chicken intestinal metabolism by influencing gut microbial homeostasis by Tao Li, Peng Wang, Zhuo Zhi, Tong Guo, Jie Zhou, Huiya Zhang, Chang Cao, Yingjie Cai, Yuxiao Li, Jianqin Zhang

“…Linear discriminant analysis Effect Size (LefSe) highlighted five key microorganisms, Gemmiger formicilis, Bacteria unclassified, Bacteroides sp. …”
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Integrated analysis of microbiome and host transcriptome revealed correlations between tissue microbiota and tumor progression in early-stage papillary thyroid carcinoma by Xiuwen Tong, Xiuwen Tong, Xipei Chen, Chen Shen, Jiahao Pan, Xinyu Wang, Xinyun Xu, Sheng Liu

“…A set of differential microbial genera were identified to be significantly associated with the clinical factors, such as Planococcus enriched in tumor tissue, Limnobacter in T1a stage and Cutibacterium in N1b stage. 793 differential expressed genes were also identified, which are mainly enriched with functions related to cell-cell communication and extracellular matrix. …”
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Diversity and variability of biomolecules under material and environmental factors in Cymbopogon citratus L., traditional uses, antimicrobial properties, and recommendations for fu... by Noura Jaouad, Ahmed Tazi, Faouzi Errachidi, Souad Maache, Belkheir Hammouti, Mustapha Taleb

“…., or lemon grass, have identified several active compounds that promote a variety of biological functions. …”
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A Review on Biomedical Applications of Plant Extract-Mediated Metallic Ag, Au, and ZnO Nanoparticles and Future Prospects for Their Combination with Graphitic Carbon Nitride by Priyanka Panchal, Protima Rauwel, Satya Pal Nehra, Priyanka Singh, Mamta Karla, Glemarie Hermosa, Erwan Rauwel

“…Ag nanoparticles (Ag-NPs) exhibit strong antibacterial activity; Au nanoparticles (Au-NPs) are seen as a promising carrier for drug delivery and diagnostics because of their easy functionalization and biocompatibility; and ZnO nanoparticles (ZnO-NPs), on the other hand, produce reactive oxygen species (ROS) that kill microorganisms effectively. …”
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Comparative analysis of community composition and network structure between phyllosphere endophytic and epiphytic fungal communities of Mussaenda pubescens by Deqiang Chen, Juanjuan Yang, Shunfen Wang, Siren Lan, Yonglong Wang, Zhong-Jian Liu, Xin Qian

“…ABSTRACT The phyllosphere constitutes a critical habitat for microorganisms, exerting profound influences on host vitality, developmental dynamics, reproductive functions, and stress resilience. …”
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Whole-genome sequencing uncovers the plant growth-promoting potential of Bacillus licheniformis G41, isolated from the rhizosphere soil of Gannan navel orange by Haojie Cao, Tao Peng, Wenyuan Zhao, Huimin Huang, Shuijing Yu, Yichun Zhu

“…By comparing the predicted genes with the KEGG database, key functional genes related to IAA biosynthesis, siderophore biosynthesis and transport, and phosphorus cycle were identified. …”
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Optimization of thermosonication conditions for critical quality parameters of watermelon juice using response surface methodology by Makaepea M. Maoto, Daniso Beswa, Afam I. O. Jideani

“…This fruit juice is, however, highly perishable and prone to microorganisms, because of its neutral pH value and high amount of water activity. …”
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Unlocking the potential of Chlorella sp. biomass: an effective adsorbent for heavy metals removal from wastewater by Ntombiphumile Perceverence Tenza, Stefan Schmidt, Precious Nokwethemba Mahlambi

“…The biomass composition revealed carbon, nitrogen, oxygen, phosphorus, and sulfur, with slightly higher nitrogen and sulfur levels than reported. Functional groups such as hydroxyl, carboxyl, carbonyl, amide, and ether were identified by FTIR. …”
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Cell-Free DNA in Emergency Medical Care by A. D. Filev, V. M. Pisarev

“…The purpose of this review is to identify the prospects for the introduction of cfDNA in clinical medicine and the severities arose along this way. …”
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16S rRNA Sequencing and Metabolomics to Analyze Correlation Between Fecal Flora and Metabolites of Squabs and Parent Pigeons by Xiaobin Li, Shengchen Zheng, Haiying Li, Jiajia Liu, Fan Yang, Xiaoyu Zhao, Yafei Liang

“…Functional gene abundance was highest in the metabolism, genetic information processing, and environmental information processing pathways. (4) An LC-MS/MS analysis in cationic mode identified 218 metabolites, with 139 upregulated and 79 downregulated in the squabs relative to the parents. …”
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Floodplain Forest Soil Nematode Communities as Influenced by Non-Native <i>Acer negundo</i> L. Invasion by Marek Renčo, Andrea Čerevková, Erika Gömöryová

“…Invasive plants can significantly alter the composition and functioning of soil ecosystems, which in turn affects soil fauna such as microorganisms; mesofauna including mites, springtails, nematodes, and insects; and other invertebrates. …”
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Combined analysis of 16S rRNA gene sequencing data reveals core vaginal bacteria across livestock species by Lucille C. Jonas, Lucille C. Jonas, Curtis R. Youngs, Stephan Schmitz-Esser, Stephan Schmitz-Esser

“…Recent publications have uncovered a high degree of variability of the livestock vaginal microbiota, making it difficult to focus functional research on individual microorganisms. To address this variability, we conducted a combined analysis of publicly available 16S rRNA gene amplicon sequencing datasets to reveal the core vaginal microbiota in cattle, sheep, and pigs. …”
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β-1,3-Glucan Recognition Protein Can Inhibit the Proliferation of <i>Bombyx mori</i> Cytoplasmic Polyhedrosis Virus by Yinong Zhang, Jiming Yan, Yukai Xie, Xiong Wang, Feifei Ren, Haixu Bian, Jingchen Sun

“…Among these, β-1,3-glucan recognition protein (βGRP) is a crucial PRR that specifically identifies pathogenic microorganisms and triggers innate immune signaling cascades. …”
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