@article{2-s2.0-105042806470,

title = {Antimicrobial Activity and Antibiotic Synergy of Saponin-Enriched Bark Extracts from Argania spinosa: Influence of Ecogeographical Origin},

author = { F. Benlekhal and O. Moumen and W. Hadjab and A. Grzywaczyk and W. Smułek and U. Guzik and O. Kharoubı},

url = {https://www.scopus.com/pages/publications/105042806470?origin=resultslist},

doi = {10.3390/microbiolres17060117},

issn = {20367473},

year  = {2026},

date = {2026-01-01},

journal = {Microbiology Research},

volume = {17},

number = {6},

publisher = {Multidisciplinary Digital Publishing Institute (MDPI)},

abstract = {Antimicrobial resistance represents a major global health challenge, highlighting the urgent need for alternative bioactive compounds from natural sources. This study investigated the phytochemical composition and antimicrobial potential of saponin-enriched extracts from the trunk bark of Argania spinosa (L.) Skeels, collected from two contrasting Algerian regions: the coastal area of Stidia (ES) and the Saharan region of Tindouf (ET). Extraction yields were comparable (approximately 12.6%). UHPLC-MS analysis revealed distinct phytochemical profiles, with ES enriched in oleanane-type saponins and flavonoids, whereas ET showed a higher abundance of bayogenin-type derivatives. Key compounds included arganine C, E, and J, as well as catechin and quercetin. Antimicrobial activity was evaluated using agar well diffusion and broth microdilution assays against clinically relevant microorganisms, including the reference strains Staphylococcus aureus and Listeria innocua, together with Staphylococcus epidermidis, Escherichia coli, Klebsiella pneumoniae, Serratia marcescens, Proteus mirabilis, and Candida albicans. Both extracts exhibited broad-spectrum antimicrobial activity, although ES consistently showed lower Minimum Inhibitory Concentration (MIC) and Minimum Bactericidal, Fungicidal Concentration (MBC)/(MFC) values than ET. MIC values ranged from 25 to 50 mg/mL for ES and from 50 to 100 mg/mL for ET. Synergistic interactions were observed between ES and gentamicin against S. aureus and between both extracts and kanamycin against K. pneumoniae. Membrane permeability assays demonstrated that both extracts increased bacterial membrane permeability, with ET producing a stronger permeabilizing effect. Atomic force microscopy of ES-treated cells revealed marked alterations in bacterial surface morphology, while molecular docking supported strong interactions of mi-saponin B and arganine derivatives with key bacterial targets. Collectively, these findings highlight the potential of A. spinosa bark saponins as natural antimicrobial agents and promising antibiotic adjuvants against multidrug-resistant pathogens. © 2026 by the authors.},

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@article{2-s2.0-105045339099,

title = {Impaired strigolactone biosynthesis and signalling are associated with promoter-associated CHH hypermethylation in Arabidopsis thaliana},

author = { A.J. Brąszewska-Zalewska and M. Marzec},

url = {https://www.scopus.com/pages/publications/105045339099?origin=resultslist},

doi = {10.1007/s13353-026-01099-y},

issn = {12341983},

year  = {2026},

date = {2026-01-01},

journal = {Journal of Applied Genetics},

publisher = {Springer Science and Business Media Deutschland GmbH},

abstract = {Strigolactones are plant hormones that regulate diverse developmental processes and stress responses, but their potential role in epigenetic regulation remains poorly understood. Previous transcriptomic analyses of strigolactone mutants in various species revealed extensive transcriptional reprogramming, suggesting destabilisation of higher-order regulatory mechanisms rather than changes in discrete gene networks. Here, we investigated whether disruption in strigolactone biosynthesis or perception is associated with altered DNA methylation patterns. Whole-genome bisulfite sequencing was performed on 7-day-old seedlings of Arabidopsis thaliana wild-type and the strigolactone biosynthesis mutant max3 and the perception mutant d14. A comparative analysis identified differentially methylated regions in CG, CHG, and CHH sequence contexts. While CG methylation changes showed no directional bias, non-CG contexts exhibited a pronounced enrichment of hypermethylated regions in both mutants, with the strongest effect observed in the CHH context. CHH hypermethylation was preferentially enriched at promoter-associated regions, primarily overlapping non-coding and pseudogene loci and showed substantial overlap between max3 and d14, indicating a shared epigenetic response in both mutants. Gene-body-associated regions displayed a similar but weaker pattern. These results demonstrate that impairment of the strigolactone pathway is consistently associated with selective CHH hypermethylation rather than global methylation changes. Because CHH methylation in plants is commonly associated with RNA-directed DNA methylation, the observed pattern is consistent with altered RdDM-associated regulation; however, direct involvement of the RdDM machinery remains to be established. This study provides a genome-wide framework for exploring how strigolactones may be associated with epigenetic regulation in plants. © The Author(s) 2026.},

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@article{2-s2.0-105046997050,

title = {Pangenome-guided breeding restores high-altitude adaptation and improves yield in Tartary buckwheat},

author = { K. Zhang and Y. He and H. Lin and J. He and Z. Wang and W. Li and Y. Chen and J. Li and Y. Shi and X. Huang and M. Ding and P. Yang and Z. Chen and A. Chitikineni and J. Li and J. Gao and B. Feng and Zo. Zhang and M. Hao and R.R. Mir and D. Liu and S. Woo and D. Janovská and M. Quinet and A.R. Fernie and W. Liao and X. Feng and D.P. Gauchan and N. Dhami and I. Kreft and A. Piński and A. Betekhtin and M. Spannagl and X. Liu and R.K. Varshney and J. Liu and M. Zhou},

url = {https://www.scopus.com/pages/publications/105046997050?origin=resultslist},

doi = {10.1016/j.cell.2026.07.035},

issn = {00928674},

year  = {2026},

date = {2026-01-01},

journal = {Cell},

volume = {189},

number = {17},

pages = {5214-5231.e12},

publisher = {Elsevier B.V.},

abstract = {Tartary buckwheat is a nutritionally important crop of the Himalayas and is crucial for local economies and food security. However, key genes and superior alleles for high-altitude adaptability and yield remain poorly defined, constraining the breeding of high-altitude buckwheat varieties. Here, we generated a telomere-to-telomere reference genome and a 16-accession pangenome spanning Himalayan wild populations and globally distributed landraces. We identified 123,131 non-redundant structural variations in 16 accessions, including gene copy-number variations. The graph-based pangenome revealed FtRNH , a wild-specific gene that enhances high-altitude adaptability. We also identified a copy-number variation at the FtPLATZ locus and a 28-bp insertion in the FtPLATZ3 promoter that together contribute to seed-size variation across wild buckwheat and landraces. Leveraging these superior FtRNH and FtPLATZ alleles, we developed buckwheat lines with enhanced high-altitude adaptability and improved yields across sites. These findings establish a pangenome-guided strategy for recovering wild alleles and combining stress adaptation with yield improvement in crops. © 2026 .},

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@article{2-s2.0-105045171196,

title = {Insights into ovary micromorphology and oogenesis in Drawida pellucida earthworm (Moniligastridae)},

author = { A.Z. Urbisz and Ł. Chajec and S.K. Yadav and A. Verma and M. Masłowska and P. Świątek},

url = {https://www.scopus.com/pages/publications/105045171196?origin=resultslist},

doi = {10.1016/j.micron.2026.104081},

issn = {09684328},

year  = {2026},

date = {2026-01-01},

journal = {Micron},

volume = {207},

publisher = {Elsevier Ltd},

abstract = {Moniligastrids are regarded as the most primitive group of earthworms; unlike Crassiclitellata, they lack a multilayered clitellum and produce yolky (mesolecithal) eggs, with some peculiarities in their reproductive systems not seen in other earthworms or Clitellata. While Moniligastridae have undergone classical morphological studies on reproductive organ localization and gross morphology, no reports detail ovary histology and ultrastructure. Here, using light and electron microscopy, histochemistry, and DNA barcoding, we analyzed Drawida pellucida from India to describe the ovary micromorphology and follow oogenesis. In the species studied, paired ovaries are feathery with multiple elongated lobes surrounding the intestine in segment XI. No ovarian chamber is present. Proximal lobe parts connect to the septum, housing oogonia and early meiotic cells (till diplotene), united into small germline cysts (≤10 cells). The cysts feature crassiclitellate-like architecture: a few cells interconnected by ring canals to a thin reticular cytophore. Distal regions contain growing oocytes appearing individual, lacking ring canals or cytophore. Notably, no nurse cells were observed, which is surprising as they occur in all studied clitellates to date. We propose to term these ovaries “Drawida” type due to substantial morphological and organizational differences from other earthworms. As oogenesis progresses, oocytes detach from ovarian lobes and gather in large, sac-shaped and irregularly thickened ovisacs, where they finalize yolk uptake. Oocytes are small (∼100 µm diameter), mesolecithal, rich in proteinaceous yolk and lipids. We also provide molecular markers for the studied species and compare the ovary/oogenesis with Crassiclitellata, aiding the debate on moniligastrid phylogeny. © 2026 The Authors},

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@article{2-s2.0-105046291187,

title = {Stand Age, Standard Retention Density and Site Conditions as Drivers of Shoot Biomass Accumulation in Mediterranean Oak Coppices},

author = { F. Latterini and R. Picchio and D. Janiszewska-Latterini and Ł. Pawlik and R. Venanzi and W. Stefanoni and M.K. Dyderski},

url = {https://www.scopus.com/pages/publications/105046291187?origin=resultslist},

doi = {10.1002/ldr.70826},

issn = {10853278},

year  = {2026},

date = {2026-01-01},

journal = {Land Degradation and Development},

publisher = {John Wiley and Sons Ltd},

abstract = {Mediterranean oak coppices represent an important fuelwood resource in Central Italy, but management decisions are often constrained by limited quantitative evidence on the relative importance of stand development, standard retention, site conditions, and climate in driving shoot biomass accumulation. This study investigated the effects of stand, edaphic, topographic, climatic, and management-related factors on coppice shoot biomass in Central Italy, with the aim of supporting more evidence-based and site-specific management of Mediterranean oak coppices. We analyzed field inventory data from 201 plots across Tuscany, Latium, and Umbria, covering coppices dominated by Turkey oak (Quercus cerris), holm oak (Quercus ilex), and downy oak (Quercus pubescens). Species-specific linear mixed-effect models were used to assess the effects of stand age, standard retention density, soil properties, topography, and selected bioclimatic variables on shoot biomass. Model selection indicated that shoot biomass accumulation was primarily driven by stand age in all three species. Stand age had a positive effect on biomass, with fixed effects explaining 28.2% of variability in Q. cerris, 59.7% in Q. ilex, and 25.4% in Q. pubescens. In contrast, standard retention density, soil predictors, topographic variables, and macroclimatic predictors were not retained in the best-supported species-specific models. The contribution of the Municipality-based Forest Management Plan random effect, particularly for Q. cerris and Q. ilex, suggests that local stand-level factors and management history not captured by the available predictors may strongly influence biomass accumulation. Our results do not support the definition of a universal optimal number of standards for Mediterranean oak coppices based on shoot biomass alone. Rather, they indicate that coppice productivity is mainly age-driven and that standard retention should be evaluated through site- and species-specific assessments that also consider canopy structure, biodiversity, microclimatic buffering, legal constraints, and ecosystem resilience. Future studies should combine Forest Management Plan data with targeted field measurements of standard biomass, crown cover, microclimate, browsing pressure, and understory biodiversity to better quantify trade-offs between fuelwood production and ecological functions. © 2026 The Author(s). Land Degradation & Development published by John Wiley & Sons Ltd.},

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@article{2-s2.0-105042511757,

title = {The influence of in-situ synthesis on the structural stability in NZFO/f-MWCNTs nanocomposites with 5 wt% of NZFO driven by heat treatment},

author = { A. Bajorek and B. Szostak and M. Dulski and J.M. Greneche and S. Lewińska and B. Liszka and M. Pawlyta and A. Ślawska-Waniewska},

url = {https://www.scopus.com/pages/publications/105042511757?origin=resultslist},

doi = {10.1016/j.jmmm.2026.174320},

issn = {03048853},

year  = {2026},

date = {2026-01-01},

journal = {Journal of Magnetism and Magnetic Materials},

volume = {655},

publisher = {Elsevier B.V.},

abstract = {The stability of NZFO/f-MWCNTs composites based on 5 wt% Ni0.5Zn0.5Fe2O4 (NZFO) nanoparticles and functionalized multi-walled carbon nanotubes (f-MWCNTs) synthesized via an in-situ method is studied. The NZFO average crystallite size, being approximately 7.5 ± 1.5 nm remains almost stable regardless of the heat treatment. The predominant role of the f-MWCNT matrix with turbostratic carbon-disordered graphitic layers and Fe-based catalytic residues is revealed. The NZFO nanoparticles crystallize in the cubic spinel structure with evident transition from the inverse to normal structure induced by annealing. The redistribution of metallic cations as a function of annealing temperature was exposed by the deconvolution of X-ray photoemission spectroscopy (XPS) core-level spectra. The influence of Fe-based residues in the nanotubes is proven to be significantly important for the magnetic properties of the nanocomposites. The cluster-glass magnetic state of the interacting small NZFO nanoparticles is demonstrated. A core-shell-like magnetic structure, with a magnetic core and a thin, disordered magnetic dead layer (MDL), is manifested. © 2026 Elsevier B.V.},

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@article{2-s2.0-105044315335,

title = {Sulfate-reducing bacteria as drivers of ZnCdS mineralization in human-transformed soil},

author = { B. Smieja-Król and Pa. Biniecka and F. Magurno and M.B. de Queiroz and B. Liszka and M. Siepak and Z. Piotrowska-Seget},

url = {https://www.scopus.com/pages/publications/105044315335?origin=resultslist},

doi = {10.1016/j.gexplo.2026.108104},

issn = {03756742},

year  = {2026},

date = {2026-01-01},

journal = {Journal of Geochemical Exploration},

volume = {288},

publisher = {Elsevier B.V.},

abstract = {Sulfate-reducing bacteria (SRB) are key mediators of sulfur and carbon cycling, with growing recognition of their role in metal immobilization in contaminated environments. This study investigates SRB community structure, abundance, and activity in a historically metal-polluted soil system subjected to seasonal porewater fluctuation and transient redox conditions. Molecular analyses targeting the dsrB gene revealed distinct SRB communities in topsoil and subsoil layers, with Desulfobaccales and Desulfomonilaceae showing a stronger capacity to adapt to high concentrations of As, Cd, Pb, and Zn and prevalent aerobic conditions in the top layers. Microscale geochemical evidence, supported by scanning electron microscopy, sulfur isotopes, and porewater chemistry, indicates that Zn and Cd undergo in situ transformation into poorly soluble ZnCdS phases within transiently anoxic microsites in the topsoil. The spatial distribution of these authigenic sulfides suggests localized SRB activity, independent of sulfide diffusion from deeper layers. In contrast, Pb and As showed no signs of sulfide mineral formation or vertical stratification, remaining largely unaffected by SRB activity. Seasonal changes in sulfate and bicarbonate concentration, alongside sulfur isotope fractionation, document the sensitivity of dissimilatory sulfate reduction to environmental forcing. Sulfide concentration stayed low in bulk porewater, in agreement with the instantaneous precipitation of hardly soluble ZnCdS phases in periods of SRB activity. These findings underscore the ecological resilience and biogeochemical relevance of SRB in anthropogenically disturbed environments and demonstrate their role in the in situ stabilization of toxic metals through microscale redox cycling. © 2026 Elsevier B.V.},

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@article{2-s2.0-105047414106,

title = {When expertise became just another opinion: Rebuilding trust through a transparent infrastructure for verified scientific knowledge},

author = { M. Marzec},

url = {https://www.scopus.com/pages/publications/105047414106?origin=resultslist},

doi = {10.1038/s44319-026-00899-x},

issn = {1469221X},

year  = {2026},

date = {2026-01-01},

journal = {EMBO Reports},

publisher = {Springer Science and Business Media Deutschland GmbH},

abstract = {[No abstract available]},

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@article{2-s2.0-105045808502,

title = {Thermally programmable mesoporous silica nanoreactor integrating metal adsorption, stabilization, and confined phase transformation},

author = { M. Dulski and A. Strach and K. Dudek and J. Podwórny and Ł. Laskowski and V. Grebņevs and A. Viksna and M. Bērtiņš and A. Nowak and A. Nowok and K. Matus and K. Balin and J. Goscianska and Ag. Jankowska and T. Krzykawski and P. Zieliński and M. Laskowska},

url = {https://www.scopus.com/pages/publications/105045808502?origin=resultslist},

doi = {10.1016/j.cej.2026.179439},

issn = {13858947},

year  = {2026},

date = {2026-01-01},

journal = {Chemical Engineering Journal},

volume = {545},

publisher = {Elsevier B.V.},

abstract = {A thermally programmable mesoporous silica nanoreactor was developed that integrates copper adsorption, stabilization, and confinement-driven phase transformation within a single ordered host. It is based on SBA-15 mesoporous silica functionalized with propyl-phosphonate groups, which act as immobile high-affinity coordination sites for Cu2+ during aqueous adsorption. In parallel, mobile Cu(acac)2 complexes diffuse through the hydrophobic mesopore channels and serve as uniformly distributed molecular copper precursors. This dual-functional architecture combines strong interfacial binding with preserved molecular mobility, enabling efficient copper capture while allowing copper species to reorganize and react within the confined pore environment. Structural analyses demonstrate that copper incorporation and thermal treatment induce controlled mesoscopic reorganization without disrupting the long-range hexagonal order of SBA-15. Small-angle diffraction reveals a moderate shift of the (100) reflection consistent with lattice contraction caused by pore filling and framework densification. At the same time, transmission electron microscopy confirms preservation of the ordered cylindrical mesopore structure. Wide-angle diffraction and Raman spectroscopy exclude the presence of bulk crystalline Cu(acac)2, confirming high dispersion and confinement of copper species within the pores. Upon thermal activation, confined copper precursors decompose and undergo diffusion-driven restructuring, forming spatially confined copper phosphate and copper hydrophosphate nanophases. Statement of environmental implications: From the perspective of environmental protection and resource efficiency, the proposed SBA-15-based system can operate in two complementary modes: in the first, a reusable-adsorbent scenario, Cu2+ ions can be removed by controlled acid washing prior to thermal treatment, consistent with regeneration strategies for Cu-loaded functionalized SBA-15 materials; in the second, the spent material can be subjected to calcination as a post-use valorization step transforming immobilized copper into confined copper phosphate or hydrophosphate-type nanophases within the mesoporous matrix. Hence, thermal treatment should be considered a waste-to-material conversion pathway rather than a true adsorbent regeneration process. As a result, the system enables effective immobilization of Cu2+ ions, thereby reducing their mobility and environmental risk while simultaneously providing a route for stabilization and potential recovery of captured metal species, in line with circular economy principles that integrate water remediation with resource valorization and reduced dependence on primary copper extraction. Practical implementation, however, will require further validation, including adsorption–desorption cycling, performance in multi-ion and real wastewater systems, leaching stability studies, and techno-economic and scalability assessments. © 2026 The Authors},

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@article{2-s2.0-105040763183,

title = {Splitting and filling the gaps: a reorganization of Corymbiglomeraceae and new taxa from trans-Pacific tropical regions},

author = { T. Crossay and M.H. Polo-Marcial and K. Esmaeilzadeh-Salestani and M.B. Queiroz and J.L.R. Lima and L.A. Lara-Pérez and J.I. de la Fuente and S. Szczecińska and M. Wong and L. Tedersoo and B.T. Goto and F. Magurno},

url = {https://www.scopus.com/pages/publications/105040763183?origin=resultslist},

doi = {10.3389/fmicb.2026.1798260},

issn = {1664302X},

year  = {2026},

date = {2026-01-01},

journal = {Frontiers in Microbiology},

volume = {17},

publisher = {Frontiers Media SA},

abstract = {Diversisporales comprises species with worldwide distribution that produce glomoid, otosporoid, or tricisporoid spores. The recent reorganization of the order recognizes two families, Diversisporaceae and Corymbiglomeraceae, comprising one and five genera, respectively. Several Glomeromycota specimens collected in northern and southeastern Mexico and in French Polynesian atolls were characterized using both morphological and molecular analyses. Phylogenetic inference revealed that they represent new members of the Diversisporales, supporting the reorganization of the genus Redeckera into three independent lineages: Albocarpum gen. nov. with A. arenaceum sp. nov. A. leptohyphum sp. nov. and A. fulvum comb. nov. Pulvinocarpum pulvinatum gen. et comb. nov. and Redeckera, which retains five species, including R. varelae sp. nov. In addition, we described Melanocarpum mexicanum gen. et sp. nov. and Diversispora papillosa sp. nov. A broader phylogeny, based on eDNA ribosomal sequences and representative of Diversisporales species, including the newly described taxa, further supported the split of Redeckera and suggested three additional clades likely corresponding to a new family and two new genera, awaiting the discovery of representative morphospecies for formal description. Using eDNA sequences metadata, the occurrences of the newly described taxa were mapped, allowing the recognition of distribution patterns, mostly in the pantropical zone, distinguishing widespread and rare species, and suggesting possible endemisms. Finally, the coexistence of species forming large sporocarps (A. fulvum and A. leptohyphum) alongside species forming spores in loose aggregates (A. arenaceum) prompted us to propose a possible sporulation dimorphism hypothesis in Albocarpum, an argument previously raised to explain the nested placement of Corymbiglomus and Paracorymbiglomus within the Redeckera clade. Copyright © 2026 Crossay, Polo-Marcial, Esmaeilzadeh-Salestani, Queiroz, Lima, Lara-Pérez, de la Fuente, Szczecińska, Wong, Tedersoo, Goto and Magurno.},

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@article{2-s2.0-105036426975,

title = {River Habitat Survey method in the assessment of synecological characteristics of macroinvertebrates: Aquatic Heteroptera of the River Krąpiel valley},

author = { A. Zawal and G. Tończyk and W. Płaska and J. Pakulnicka and A. Bańkowska and A. Szlauer-Łukaszewska and V. Pešić and R. Stryjecki and G. Michoński and P. Śmietana and Mi. Grabowski and M. Achrem and I. Lewin and Z. Krzynówek and M. Krakowiak and T. Chatterjee and M. Asif and A. Seniczak and K. Sobolak and A. Kozłowska and E. Stępień-Zawal},

url = {https://www.scopus.com/pages/publications/105036426975?origin=resultslist},

doi = {10.37828/em.2026.97.14},

issn = {23370173},

year  = {2026},

date = {2026-01-01},

journal = {Ecologica Montenegrina},

volume = {97},

pages = {150-161},

publisher = {Institute for Biodiversity and Ecology},

abstract = {The River Habitat Survey (RHS) is a method used to assess the condition of river channels and valleys by considering hydromorphological factors. It evaluates the degree of naturalness or anthropogenic alterations based on physical and landscape data. The study hypothesized that the quality of river habitats, as demonstrated by the RHS, should correlate with the composition of aquatic bugs (Heteroptera) fauna. The research was conducted in the River Krapiel, a small lowland river in north-western Poland, across 6 sites and 43 sub-sites. Our analyses suggest that the RHS method can predict the composition and quality of aquatic bug fauna. Other indicators, such as the Habitat Quality Assessment (HQA) and the Riverine Habitat Quality Index (RHQI), are associated with different habitat types. Depending on the geographic location and river type, these indicators may reflect differences between habitats associated with the mainstream river and mineral substrates versus those covered by vegetation with relatively slow water flow. Linking the size and character of the river, RHS may be a good method for estimating the water bug fauna. © 2026 The Author(s). This is an open access article distributed under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution License (CC BY), which permits unrestricted use, distribution, and reproduction in any medium, provided the original author and source are credited.},

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@article{2-s2.0-105044222784,

title = {Latitudinal Gradients in Position and Climatology of Upper Tree Limits Across Europe},

author = { V. Treml and R.J. Kaczka and J.Z. Kalita and J. Mašek and J. Tumajer and J. Lange and E. Romero},

url = {https://www.scopus.com/pages/publications/105044222784?origin=resultslist},

doi = {10.1111/jbi.70296},

issn = {03050270},

year  = {2026},

date = {2026-01-01},

journal = {Journal of Biogeography},

volume = {53},

number = {7},

publisher = {John Wiley and Sons Inc},

abstract = {Aim: The upper tree limit (UTL) marks the upper boundary of the realized niche of trees. It is commonly located below the treeline, which represents the cold boundary of the fundamental niche of trees. We hypothesized that the elevational offset between the UTL and the treeline is partly systematic and can be predicted using topographic and bioclimatic variables. These variables were further used to develop a climatic classification of European UTLs. Location: Europe except Ural. Taxon: Tree species from the families Pinaceae, Fagaceae, and Betulaceae. Methods: We identified current UTLs and calculated their bioclimatic metrics, based on which UTLs reaching treeline isotherm were subset. UTL elevation and its offset from the treeline were modelled using latitude, diurnal temperature range, climatic water balance, distance to summit, and warming trends. Results: Along with latitude, distance to summit and diurnal temperature range explained the elevational gradient of European UTLs (root mean square error = 196 m) and the offset between UTLs and treelines. European UTLs were classified into five distinct bioclimatic groups: (1) warm and dry UTLs in southern Europe, (2) UTLs in the highest European mountains, (3) Scotland's UTLs with a very long growing season, (4) UTLs in the western Scandes with the lowest degree days and the shortest growing season, and (5) UTLs from the eastern Scandes and Kola with a relatively dry and short growing season and with a low diurnal temperature range. Only UTLs in groups 2,4, and 5 reach the treeline. Main Conclusions: Our study shows that, beyond random and land-use driven factors, deviations of UTLs from the treeline are partly systematic and reflect latitudinal and regional variation in available space above the UTL and diurnal temperature range. We provide a bioclimatic framework for the distribution and regional dynamics of European UTLs. © 2026 The Author(s). Journal of Biogeography published by John Wiley & Sons Ltd.},

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@article{2-s2.0-105046306414,

title = {Characterisation of bituminite and testing reproducibility of vitrinite and bituminite reflectance measurements in organic‑carbon-rich intervals of the Kimmeridge Clay Formation: ICCP Identification of Dispersed Organic Matter Working Group round robin exercises},

author = { J. Kus and A.G. Borrego and B. Bielowicz and P.J. Crosdale and M.E. Damoulianou and D. Flores and C. Fonseca and P.A. Gonçalves and P.C. Hackley and M. Hámor-Vidó and S. Henne and B. Holstein and I. Jelonek and S. Kalaitzidis and M.S. Luzhbina and J.G. Mendonça Filho and T.R. Menezes and M. Misz-Kennan and R. Orban and W. Pickel and N.V. Pronina and P. Ranasinghe and J. Reyes and G. Siavalas and A.K. Singh and P.K. Kumar Singh and I. Suárez-Ruiz and I. Sýkorová and Q. Luo and D. Životić and P.B. Wignall and  Iccp},

url = {https://www.scopus.com/pages/publications/105046306414?origin=resultslist},

doi = {10.1016/j.coal.2026.105072},

issn = {01665162},

year  = {2026},

date = {2026-01-01},

journal = {International Journal of Coal Geology},

volume = {325},

publisher = {Elsevier B.V.},

abstract = {Three round robin exercises (RRE) aimed at characterizing bituminite and testing the reproducibility of random vitrinite (VRo %) and bituminite (BitRo %) reflectance measurements on samples of dispersed organic matter from organic‑carbon rich shale intervals of Kimmeridge Clay Formation were conducted in 2016, 2018, and 2020. This work was conducted by the Identification of Dispersed Organic Matter Working Group (IDOM WG) of the International Committee for Coal and Organic Petrology (ICCP). The Kimmeridge Clay Formation represents the major marine source rock for the North Sea hydrocarbon province. Samples collected from Kimmeridge Bay, Dorset, England, United Kingdom and Filey Bay, North Yorkshire, England, United Kingdom outcrops and the 16/17–14 well in the Tiffany oil field, Viking Graben, North Sea, were analyzed by 19 to 23 participants in 15 to 17 laboratories from 14 to 15 countries. Samples contain moderate to high organic matter content [5.32 to 12.10 wt% total organic carbon (TOC) content] with thermal maturity ranging from immature to thermally mature (Tmax 418 to 445 °C). Participants used a standard description sheet to record bituminite morphological characteristics, including its form, size, mode of appearance, and impurities, for use in the revision of the bituminite definition. The usage of previously published classifications of bituminite types (e.g.; bituminite I sensu Teichmüller and Ottenjann; 1977) in the RRE was not found to be helpful. The indistinct, amorphous character of boundaries of bituminite, and the poor preparation of whole rock pellets for the 2018 and 2020 RRE hampered identification of bituminite. Mean random BitRo %, including outlying values, varied in all three RRE from 0.19 to 0.35% and is reported here for the first time. Application of the criterion standard deviation (SD) < 0.15 × BitRo % to exclude outlying BitRo % values showed virtually no change in modified BitRo % in immature samples (2016 and 2018 RRE) and an unexpected increase to 0.43% BitRo in the thermally mature sample (2020 RRE). Mean VRo values, including outliers in the three RRE, range from 0.47 to 0.71%, confirming the immature to thermally mature nature of samples of the Kimmeridge Clay Formation used in this study. Application of the criterion SD < 0.15 × VRo to exclude outlying values results in a comparable range of modified VRo values and a decrease in group standard deviation. Precision of VRo values (including outlying values) evaluated via the averaged unsigned multiple of the standard deviation rule (< 1.5) showed moderate to high precision comparable to historical values from similar RRE. An average reproducibility limit (RL) of 0.29% (including outlying values) showed an improvement in reproducibility relative to similar historical RRE (0.35%), which was attributed to the application of a common methodology (ASTM D7708; 2014b; 2023) to enhance the quality of data from the reflectance test method. © 2026 The Authors},

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@article{2-s2.0-105039597225,

title = {Volcanic cataclysm and the Late Devonian mass extinctions: wishful speculation or a reliable hypothesis?},

author = { G. Racki and A. Pisarzowska},

url = {https://www.scopus.com/pages/publications/105039597225?origin=resultslist},

doi = {10.1016/j.palaeo.2026.113832},

issn = {00310182},

year  = {2026},

date = {2026-01-01},

journal = {Palaeogeography, Palaeoclimatology, Palaeoecology},

volume = {697},

publisher = {Elsevier B.V.},

abstract = {Time intervals near the Frasnan–Famennian (F-F) and Devonian–Carboniferous (D-C) boundaries are marked by stepwise extinction events (termed the Kellwasser and Hangenberg crises; respectively), accompanied by evidence of volcanic eruptions and anomalous geochemical signatures, including mercury (Hg) spikes. In this review paper, independent global datasets are interpreted in a conceptual framework to evaluate two competing hypotheses to explain the cause of these biocrises: (1) a volcanism-triggered cataclysm versus or (2) a range of single proximate killing factors, such as anoxia or cooling, with either no specified trigger, or as a response to orbital forcing or a bioevolutionary scenario. In our earlier works published in 2020, we favoured an extended (press-pulse) scenario of cataclysmic volcanism as the primary cause of these mass extinctions; however, while our hypothesis has been widely discussed, particularly with regard to supporting Hg-data, and it has been criticized as being applicable at a regional scale only. In our updated model, presented here, we discuss in detail the complex Hg signatures of the two crises. We highlight that Hg enrichment levels have been reported at least at 26 Kellwasser and 16 Hangenberg sites across three continents (including several domains of Euroamerica; Gondwana and adjacent terranes; as well as in South China) and our new dataset includes the first continental records from Greenland for both crises. Thus, the existence of a global Hg signals is confirmed. Mutually correlated volcanic proxies include Hg-based indicators, negative carbon isotope excursions, coronenes and other biomarkers, and charcoal. If the concept of a giant Siberian-East European mantle superplume is accepted, the geographic extent of Large Igneous Province (LIP) volcanism would be distinctly greater than commonly assumed. Along with evolving radiometric ages, biostratigraphic dates confirm that LIP volcanism was a significant stressor. This continuous cataclysmic factor preconditioned the global ecosystem for collapse, especially since LIPs also contribute prolonged non-eruptive degassing. Nevertheless, arc magmatism and hydrothermal activity likely played a more important role in the D-C transition. We also note that Hg enrichment in the Holy Cross Mts reference succession for the Annulata and Dasberg events provides the first geochemical confirmation of the well-known Late Famennian LIP eruption phase. The origin of the final pulse(s) that led to biosphere upheaval remains unclear. In addition to orbitally forced climate changes, other factors include paroxysmal sill intrusions and non-basaltic LIP components, especially Siberian kimberlite bursts. The most speculative proposal for the F-F catastrophe involves an oceanic bolide mega-impact or unusual tectonic-seismic episode. Despite the possible involvement of these other causes, a volcanic trigger for Late Devonian mass extinctions is comprehensively confirmed. © 2026 Elsevier B.V.},

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@article{2-s2.0-105037904563,

title = {Tuning the Magnetic Dynamics and Hyperfine Interactions in Ferrite-Silica Nanocomposites},

author = { A. Czempik and B. Liszka and K. Prusik and J. Klimontko and E. Partyka-Jankowska and M. Zaja̧c and S. Lewińska and N. Randrianantoandro and A. Bajorek},

url = {https://www.scopus.com/pages/publications/105037904563?origin=resultslist},

doi = {10.1109/TMAG.2026.3689709},

issn = {00189464},

year  = {2026},

date = {2026-01-01},

journal = {IEEE Transactions on Magnetics},

publisher = {Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc.},

abstract = {Ferrite-silica nanocomposites were synthesized via a wet chemical method followed by annealing. We demonstrate that the annealing temperature promotes structural evolution, transitioning the material from a disordered, metal-silicate-rich amorphous phase to well-crystallized ferrite nanoparticles embedded in a silica matrix. By characterizing the structural and magnetic properties, we reveal how crystallite size and chemical environment at the ferrite-silica interface govern the transition from paramagnetic-like states, through a cluster-spin-glass regime, to a more ordered structure. These results offer a pathway to tune coercivity and magnetic losses for biomedical applications such as magnetic hyperthermia. © 1965-2012 IEEE.},

note = {0},

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@article{2-s2.0-105034996293,

title = {Graphitization of banana peel – synergistic effect of Ca and other elements of the biomass on carbon structure transformation},

author = { M.J. Shabbir and B. Liszka and M. Szubka and M. Pawlyta and M. Zubko and J. Ilavský and K. Jurkiewicz},

url = {https://www.scopus.com/pages/publications/105034996293?origin=resultslist},

doi = {10.1016/j.biombioe.2026.109366},

issn = {09619534},

year  = {2026},

date = {2026-01-01},

journal = {Biomass and Bioenergy},

volume = {213},

publisher = {Elsevier Ltd},

abstract = {Recently, growing interest has been observed in using calcium as an effective catalyst for graphitizing disordered carbon materials derived from biomass and bioprecursors, such as cellulose and lignin, at relatively low temperatures (<2000 °C). Herein, it is demonstrated that in the presence of elements − such as calcium, silicon, sulfur, and potassium, which are abundant in banana peel composed of cellulose and lignin base, graphitization occurs much more effectively. The addition of external calcium source, in the form of calcium carbonate, to the banana peel-derived carbon and heat-treatment of the mixture under protective atmosphere up to 1750 °C results in a significant increase in the degree of the graphitization order and local formation of graphite crystals, whereas the same preparation and heat-treatment procedure applied to carbon material derived from pristine cellulose does not lead to such effective graphitization. It is indicated that the graphitization of banana peel carbon occurs due to the synergistic effect of the external Ca-based catalyst and the internal elements present in the raw biomass, supporting the transformation of the disordered graphene-like layers into graphitic structures. These findings are important for the future production of green graphite from biomass. © 2026 Published by Elsevier Ltd.},

note = {0},

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@article{2-s2.0-105036742387,

title = {Life cycle assessment of an experimental extensive green roof – a case study; [Ocena cyklu życia eksperymentalnego ekstensywnego zielonego dachu – studium przypadku]},

author = { E.M. Sierka and Z. Bedlińska and M. Biela and H. Chen and K. Larysz and M. Stolarsczyk},

url = {https://www.scopus.com/pages/publications/105036742387?origin=resultslist},

doi = {10.24425/aep.2026.158389},

issn = {20834772},

year  = {2026},

date = {2026-01-01},

journal = {Archives of Environmental Protection},

volume = {52},

number = {1},

pages = {136-146},

publisher = {Polska Akademia Nauk},

abstract = {This study aimed to determine the environmental impact of extensive green roofs (EGRs) using a Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) based on an analysis of a 4m^2 experimental EGR unit. A literature-based LCA was conducted, covering the first three life cycle stages, followed by a detailed LCA of these stages. The analysis was supplemented with carbon footprint calculations for the individual processes involved in constructing the experimental green roof unit (4m^2). The results showed that the production of green roof components, particularly synthetic materials such as polyvinyl chloride (PVC) and polypropylene, significantly contributes to environmental degradation. The carbon footprint of the 740.15kg experimental green roof was 0.29kgCO₂ equivalent per kilogram of green roof system (GRS). While this value is relatively low compared to, for example, selected food products, the environmental impact increases significantly when scaled to actual roof sizes, such as 100m^2. Compared to similar studies, such as 150.99kgCO₂ equivalent per m^2 for tropical green roofs, this study highlights the variability of environmental impacts depending on climate, materials, and design decisions. Although green roofs are intended to mimic natural ecosystems, current designs often rely on materials with high environmental impacts. Further research into sustainable alternatives and the inclusion of more CO₂-sequestering plant species are necessary to reduce their ecological footprint. © 2026. The Author(s). This is an open-access article distributed under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 4.0 International Public License (CC BY SA 4.0; https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/legalcode)},

note = {0},

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@article{2-s2.0-105033728248,

title = {THE FORGOTTEN EARTHQUAKE OF 1440 AD IN ISTRIA - ARCHAEOSEISMOLOGICAL EVIDENCE FROM THE EUPHRASIUS CATHEDRAL, POREČ, CROATIA},

author = { M. Kázmér and K. Gaidzik},

url = {https://www.scopus.com/pages/publications/105033728248?origin=resultslist},

doi = {10.26382/AMQ.2026.02},

issn = {22797327},

year  = {2026},

date = {2026-01-01},

journal = {Alpine and Mediterranean Quaternary},

volume = {39},

number = {1},

pages = {1-13},

publisher = {AIQUA - Associazione Italiana per lo Studio del Quaternario},

abstract = {The Istria Peninsula in the northern Adriatic Sea (shared by Croatia and Slovenia) is considered to be a nearly aseismic part of the Adriatic microplate, as opposed to the seismically active frontal ranges of the Dinaric orogen. We present new archaeoseismological data from the Medieval Euphrasius Cathedral in Poreč, which supports an unknown intensity earthquake in 1440 AD. The earthquake caused the southern aisle of the cathedral to collapse, resulting in permanent damage to the marble columns. Set in the context of regional seismicity and tectonic activity, the Istria peninsula cannot be omitted from regional seismic zoning studies. © 2026 AIQUA - Associazione Italiana per lo Studio del Quaternario. All rights reserved.},

note = {0},

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@article{2-s2.0-105041390148,

title = {Structural and Functional Changes in Biological Systems of Wastewater Treatment Plants Induced by Bicyclic Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs—A Review},

author = { W.M. Jabłońska and U. Guzik and D. Wojcieszyńska},

url = {https://www.scopus.com/pages/publications/105041390148?origin=resultslist},

doi = {10.3390/molecules31111828},

issn = {14203049},

year  = {2026},

date = {2026-01-01},

journal = {Molecules},

volume = {31},

number = {11},

publisher = {Multidisciplinary Digital Publishing Institute (MDPI)},

abstract = {The increasing presence of pharmaceutical compounds in aquatic environments poses a significant challenge for wastewater treatment systems worldwide. Among these emerging contaminants, bicyclic non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) are particularly concerning due to their high consumption, partial metabolism, and long-lasting persistence in wastewater. This review was prepared critically based on popular databases such as PubMed and the Google Scholar website, and using the modern Nested Knowledge platform. The bibliometric analysis was performed using the VosViewer program with the keywords co-occurrence method. The review aims to systematically compile and synthesize current knowledge on the impact of bicyclic non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) on biological wastewater treatment systems, with particular emphasis on activated sludge. It discusses how these compounds influence microbial community composition, metabolic activity, sludge structure, and overall treatment performance. Furthermore, the distribution of these contaminants in the environment and their degradation efficiency were analyzed. By integrating evidence from both laboratory and industrial studies, this article provides a comprehensive perspective on the environmental risks posed by bicyclic NSAIDs. Our findings also underscore the urgent need for systematic monitoring and adaptive management to mitigate the ecological impact of these widely used pharmaceuticals in the future. © 2026 by the authors.},

note = {0},

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@article{2-s2.0-105044210102,

title = {Corrigendum to “Sulfate-reducing bacteria as drivers of ZnCdS mineralization in human-transformed soil”(Journal of Geochemical Exploration, (2026), 288, C, (108104), (S0375674226001342), 10.1016/j.gexplo.2026.108104)},

author = { B. Smieja-Król and Pa. Biniecka and F. Magurno and M.B. de Queiroz and B. Liszka and M. Siepak and Z. Piotrowska-Seget},

url = {https://www.scopus.com/pages/publications/105044210102?origin=resultslist},

doi = {10.1016/j.gexplo.2026.108164},

issn = {03756742},

year  = {2026},

date = {2026-01-01},

journal = {Journal of Geochemical Exploration},

volume = {290},

publisher = {Elsevier B.V.},

abstract = {The authors regret that Figs. 3 and 4 were inadvertently interchanged in the published article. The correct presentation of Figs. 3 and 4, together with their respective captions, is provided below. The authors apologise for any inconvenience caused.(Figure presented)(Figure presented). © 2026 Elsevier B.V.},

note = {0},

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@article{2-s2.0-105046185839,

title = {Ovaries of Three Eukerria and Two Kerriona Earthworms (Annelida, Crassiclitellata, Ocnerodrilidae) Are Morphologically Different, but Their Microorganization and Oogenesis Are the Same},

author = { P. Świątek and G.G. Brown and S.W. James and A.Z. Urbisz and Ł. Gajda},

url = {https://www.scopus.com/pages/publications/105046185839?origin=resultslist},

doi = {10.1002/jmor.70155},

issn = {03622525},

year  = {2026},

date = {2026-01-01},

journal = {Journal of Morphology},

volume = {287},

number = {8},

publisher = {John Wiley and Sons Inc},

abstract = {The ovaries of five barcoded earthworm species (nuclear 18S rRNA and 28S rRNA; and mitochondrial COI and 12S rRNA gene sequences are provided) from the family Ocnerodrilidae have been analyzed using various microscopic techniques. In both genera studied, ovaries are paired and located in the anterior part of segment XIII. Surprisingly, the ovarian morphology observed in Eukerria differs from that found in Kerriona. Ovaries of Eukerria are flattened, of rectangular or triangular shape, with one or two oocyte rows (egg strings) at the posterior part. Ovaries in Kerriona are fan-shaped, with numerous egg strings. Kerriona's ovaries are of the typical shape found in other representatives of the family Ocnerodrilidae and are similar to the ovaries characteristic of megascolecid earthworms. In contrast, Eukerria ovaries resemble those typical for Lumbricidae. This observation is inconsistent with other reports, which suggested that the ovaries in Ocnerodrilidae are fan-shaped and contain numerous egg strings. Despite the differences in morphology, the internal ovary organization and the course of oogenesis are the same in all studied species and resemble those known from other earthworms. The apical ovary part is composed of a solid mass of germline cells enveloped by thin somatic (follicular) cells. Germline cells are interconnected into syncytial cysts, in which each cell has a single intercellular bridge connecting it to the central cytoplasmic mass, the cytophore. Cysts unite oogonia and early meiotic cells. During diplotene, the future oocyte detaches from the cyst, forms microvilli, and gathers nutrients, whereas the remaining nurse cells do not grow and remain connected to the cytophore. Vitellogenic oocytes finally detach from the ovaries and float freely in the segment lumen. They are 80–90 µm in diameter and are regarded as oligolecithal. Nurse cells probably die within the ovaries; they have never been observed within the coelom. © 2026 Wiley Periodicals LLC.},

note = {0},

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}

@article{2-s2.0-105042708044,

title = {Ag–ZnO and Cu–ZnO Nanocomposites as Dual-Function Agents: Antifungal Activity and Cytotoxic Effects in MDA-MB-231 Breast Cancer Cells},

author = { M.I. Ahmed and A. Zielińska and M. Paul-Samojedny and A. Nowak and M. Dulski and A. Strach and I.W. Potocka and K. Matus and D. Wasilkowski},

url = {https://www.scopus.com/pages/publications/105042708044?origin=resultslist},

doi = {10.3390/coatings16060690},

issn = {20796412},

year  = {2026},

date = {2026-01-01},

journal = {Coatings},

volume = {16},

number = {6},

publisher = {Multidisciplinary Digital Publishing Institute (MDPI)},

abstract = {Rising triple-negative breast cancer (TNBC) cases and Candida infection risks during chemotherapy demand novel therapies, with metal-oxide nanocomposites emerging as a promising solution. In this study, we synthesized Ag-ZnO and Cu-ZnO nanocomposites as established quantitative links between their physicochemical properties, ion release behaviour, and biological activity, evaluating antifungal effects against Candida albicans (ATCC 90028) and Saccharomyces cerevisiae (ATCC 9763), and their anticancer potential against MDA-MB-231 cells (ATCC HTB-26). The results revealed Ag (~13–19 nm) and Cu (~4–8 nm) nanoparticles dispersed in a ZnO matrix, with XPS confirming mixed Ag0/Ag(I)/Ag(III) and Cu(I)/Cu(II) speciation. Ag-ZnO NC exhibited strong antifungal activity (MIC = 25 mg L−1) against both fungi, while Cu-ZnO NC was only effective (MIC = 100 mg L−1) against S. cerevisiae. Aqueous release of Ag+ was ~2.6-fold higher than Cu2+. Ag-ZnO NC induced marked ROS generation (~6-fold higher than S. cerevisiae) and dehydrogenase inhibition (6.6- and ~20-fold; respectively). ATR-FTIR linked species-specific susceptibility to cell-wall architecture. SEM confirmed membrane destabilization and perforation. In MDA-MB-231, necrotic fractions reached ~9% and >40% for Ag-ZnO and Cu-ZnO, respectively. Both metal oxide nanocomposites (MONCs) act through ion release, revealing a selectivity window, especially for Ag-ZnO. Further studies on non-cancerous cells, ion-release kinetics, uptake and in vivo validation are essential to establish a therapeutic index. © 2026 by the authors.},

note = {0},

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pubstate = {published},

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}

@article{2-s2.0-105044659013,

title = {Methodology for creating surface water database using GIS tools and remote sensing},

author = { N. Janczewska and M. Matysik and M. Jarzyński and D. Absalon},

url = {https://www.scopus.com/pages/publications/105044659013?origin=resultslist},

doi = {10.24425/jwld.2026.158702},

issn = {14297426},

year  = {2026},

date = {2026-01-01},

journal = {Journal of Water and Land Development},

volume = {2026},

number = {69},

pages = {82-93},

publisher = {Institute of Technology and Life Sciences - National Research Institute},

abstract = {Although having a digital surface water database seems obvious in today’s digital era, earlier studies show persistent shortcomings, errors, and outdated spatial information on hydrographic networks. A response to this need is the integration of geographical information systems (GIS) and remote sensing tools, using orthophotomosaics from photogrammetric flights in various spectral ranges and converting them into vector data on water extent. Using the example of the Polish administration, this article synthesises the structure of the existing surface water database and proposes a coherent, optimised, and scalable methodology for its development. The workflow covers both attribute design and an automated process for acquiring geometric information with GIS and remote sensing techniques. The methodology includes: (1) analysing attribute requirements through a survey; (2) acquiring and processing photogrammetric imagery from two altitudinal levels (aerial and unmanned aerial vehicle – UAV) and elevation data (digital terrain model/digital elevation model (DTM/DEM) derived from LAS point clouds); (3) automatic water detection using the normalized difference water index (NDWI) and elevation model classification; (4) assessing the accuracy of generated stream centrelines by comparing them with global positioning system (GPS) field measurements and performing statistical correlation analysis; and (5) developing a database structure supported by empirical evidence. Such automation enables rapid production of hydrographic information and ensures uniform data acquisition at a supra-regional scale. Consequently, the proposed methodology provides a foundation for a unified, automated, and scalable surface water inventory suitable for national and international applications. © 2026. The Authors. Published by Polish Academy of Sciences (PAN) and Institute of Technology and Life Sciences – National Research Institute (ITP – PIB).},

note = {0},

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pubstate = {published},

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@article{2-s2.0-105047821515,

title = {A splicing switch enables SR45a-driven thermotolerance in plants},

author = { A. Daszkowska-Golec},

url = {https://www.scopus.com/pages/publications/105047821515?origin=resultslist},

doi = {10.1016/j.tcb.2026.08.001},

issn = {09628924},

year  = {2026},

date = {2026-01-01},

journal = {Trends in Cell Biology},

publisher = {Elsevier Ltd},

abstract = {Heat stress reshapes plant transcriptomes through alternative splicing, yet the regulatory logic governing isoform switching remains poorly understood. Recently, a heat-activated, branch-point-dependent splicing switch in Serine/arginine-rich splicing factor 45a (SR45a) was uncovered by Xu et al. This switch couples transcriptional activation to isoform remodeling, driving thermotolerance. © 2026 Elsevier Ltd. All rights are reserved, including those for text and data mining, AI training, and similar technologies.},

note = {0},

keywords = {},

pubstate = {published},

tppubtype = {article}

}

@article{2-s2.0-105033380167,

title = {The 3D genome of Gigaspora margarita unveils stable chromatin and nucleolar organization and symbiont-dependent genome dynamics},

author = { K. Mugambi and J.I.N. Oliveira and F. Magurno and A.S. Di Fossalunga and M. Novero and L. Lanfranco and S. Ghignone and G. Yildirir and Y. Wang and P. Bonfante and N. Corradi},

url = {https://www.scopus.com/pages/publications/105033380167?origin=resultslist},

doi = {10.1111/nph.71100},

issn = {0028646X},

year  = {2026},

date = {2026-01-01},

journal = {New Phytologist},

volume = {251},

number = {5},

pages = {2799-2817},

publisher = {John Wiley and Sons Inc},

abstract = {Arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi (AMF) are widespread plant symbionts that enhance nutrient acquisition and influence ecosystem productivity. Previous chromosome-level assemblies of the model species Rhizophagus irregularis revealed a two-compartment genome architecture (active A and repressed B chromatin compartments), yet its conservation across evolutionarily distant AMF lineages remains unresolved. Here, we present a chromosome-scale and 3D genome assembly of Gigaspora margarita isolate BEG34 – the largest and most repeat-rich AMF genome to date – alongside that of its obligate endobacterium, Candidatus Glomerobacter gigasporarum (CaGg), using PacBio HiFi and Hi-C sequencing. The G. margarita genome comprises 43 chromosomes (792 Mb) organized into A/B compartments and Topologically Associating Domains, structures that are conserved across two AMF orders and remain stable irrespective of the presence of endobacteria in germinating spores. We uncover 21 divergent rDNA operons distributed across six chromosomes and show that these physically interact, suggesting conserved nucleolar organization. We also reveal that the CaGg genome is tripartite and mobilome-rich, encoding prophages, an orphan CRISPR array, and complete pathways for many novel and essential cofactors, including heme, which may enhance host bioenergetics. We also find that the endobacterium's presence modulates transposable elements expression in G. margarita. These findings reveal conserved principles of chromatin architecture in AMF symbionts and highlight the tight molecular interplay between fungal hosts and their endosymbionts, offering new insights into genome evolution and symbiotic adaptation. © 2026 The Author(s). New Phytologist © 2026 New Phytologist Foundation.},

note = {3},

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pubstate = {published},

tppubtype = {article}

}

@article{2-s2.0-105046494058,

title = {The spread of alien aphid species Cinara curvipes and Cinara cedri in Europe – the impact of climate and plant trade},

author = { R. Durak and K. Piecuch and B. Borowiak-Sobkowiak and K. Wieczorek and S. Bartoszewski and A. Kapranas and M.K. Konopiński},

url = {https://www.scopus.com/pages/publications/105046494058?origin=resultslist},

doi = {10.24425/jppr.2026.1063},

issn = {14274345},

year  = {2026},

date = {2026-01-01},

journal = {Journal of Plant Protection Research},

volume = {66},

number = {2},

pages = {195-205},

publisher = {Polska Akademia Nauk},

abstract = {Aphids are a strict group of insects that are particularly stimulated by current climate changes. Recent modifications in their life cycles, development, migration dates and geographical ranges are attributed to changes of local climates. Cinara curvipes, a species trophically related mainly to Abies spp., has been observed in Poland since 2015, while Cinara cedri, feeding on Cedrus sp., has been observed since 2022. Their presence is always associated with mass occurrence on host plants. The aim of this study was molecular identification of the species C. cedri and C. curvipes, collected in Poland. Potential pathways of introduction and spread of these species across Europe and the world was discussed. Based on the analysis of two genetic markers (COI and EF1-α), haplotype networks illustrating the relationships between populations from different parts of Europe and the world were presented. A contrasting pattern of low intraspecific variation in C. curvipes, but high in C. cedri was demonstrated, which may be associated with the modes of reproduction, mechanisms of dispersal of these two species, as well as introgressive hybridization between C. cedri and aphids belonging to Cinara (Cupressobium). Genetic relationships between mitochondrial haplotypes have shown that these species have reached Poland from western and southern Europe. These species have spread from their natural range mainly through imported plant material. Human activity and climate warming have enabled them to successfully settle. © 2026 Polska Akademia Nauk. All rights reserved.},

note = {0},

keywords = {},

pubstate = {published},

tppubtype = {article}

}

@article{2-s2.0-105043195869,

title = {Perception of subsidies for the regeneration of agricultural brownfields in selected regions of the Czech Republic; [Vnímání dotací na regeneraci zemědělských brownfieldů ve vybraných regionech České Republiky]},

author = { K. Mazancová and T. Krejčí and S. Martinát and P. Klusáček and K. Pícha and J. Navrátil},

url = {https://www.scopus.com/pages/publications/105043195869?origin=resultslist},

doi = {10.5513/JCEA01/27.2.5008},

issn = {13329049},

year  = {2026},

date = {2026-01-01},

journal = {Journal of Central European Agriculture},

volume = {27},

number = {2},

pages = {586-600},

publisher = {University of Zagreb - Faculty of Agriculture},

abstract = {Agricultural brownfields are a key part of post-socialist rural areas in Central and Eastern Europe. Their regeneration is challenging and often slow or impossible without substantial financial support. Although subsidies for these transformations can be beneficial, they often face social criticism. This paper aims to assess the acceptance of subsidies for regenerating agricultural brownfields and identify factors influencing acceptable levels of support. Surveys were conducted among rural residents with agricultural brownfields and owners of unused buildings across three regions in the southern Czech Republic. Data were analysed using nonparametric methods, primarily GLM. Results show differences in the perception of subsidies between people involved in agriculture and those who are not. Differences also appear among agricultural property owners based on farm size, highlighting the need for a broader understanding of subsidies and better access for smaller enterprises. © 2026, University of Zagreb - Faculty of Agriculture. All rights reserved.},

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@article{2-s2.0-105042103861,

title = {From elite germplasm to transformation platform: Breaking recalcitrance in Tartary buckwheat},

author = { Z. Wang and T. Su and K. Zhang and Y. He and Z. Wang and A. Betekhtin and M. Zhou},

url = {https://www.scopus.com/pages/publications/105042103861?origin=resultslist},

doi = {10.1016/j.jia.2026.03.022},

issn = {20953119},

year  = {2026},

date = {2026-01-01},

journal = {Journal of Integrative Agriculture},

volume = {25},

number = {7},

pages = {3090-3093},

publisher = {KeAi Publishing Communications Ltd.},

abstract = {[No abstract available]},

note = {0},

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pubstate = {published},

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@article{2-s2.0-105045968432,

title = {The whitefly puparia from Cretaceous amber reveal early subfamily diversification},

author = { A. Caballero and J. Drohojowska and G.A. Evans and J. Szwedo and C. Cai and D. Fabrikant and D.Y. Huang and Y. Fu},

url = {https://www.scopus.com/pages/publications/105045968432?origin=resultslist},

doi = {10.7717/peerj.21463},

issn = {21678359},

year  = {2026},

date = {2026-01-01},

journal = {PeerJ},

volume = {14},

publisher = {PeerJ Inc.},

abstract = {Morphological information on fossil whiteflies has been largely limited to adult specimens. Described puparia fossils provide little morphological information due to the fossilisation process on substrates and the main characters to place them in a subfamily are missing. Here, we describe and illustrate three extinct species: Palaeoaleuroclava grandirostrata gen. et sp. nov., Cretacerifera mranmaense gen. et sp. nov. (subfamily Aleyrodinae), and Cenomaleurodicus multiporu gen. et sp. nov. (subfamily Aleurodicinae), based on puparia preserved in mid-Cretaceous Myanmar amber (ca. 100 Mya). These fossils represent the first known whitefly puparia with visible dorsal and ventral surfaces and wax traces, the first record of a specimen of the subfamily Aleurodicinae, and the only known occurrence from the Mesozoic era. The morphological information available in the specimens’ fossils allows discussion of the evolution of the subfamilies Aleyrodinae and Aleurodicinae, based on the presence of claws and compound pores, and the proportions of the lingula. Comparative analysis reveals that several key morphological features observed in extant genera evolved by the mid-Cretaceous, providing new insights into the early evolution and diversification of whiteflies during the late Mesozoic. Copyright 2026 Caballero et al.},

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@article{2-s2.0-105042034537,

title = {Nocardia fodinahabitans sp. nov. isolated from underground hard coal mine waters shows biotechnological potential for degradation of aromatic hydrocarbons},

author = { J. Marciniak and T. Sørensen and A. Nowak and M. Noszczyńska and J. Smoliński and K.A. Machnik and K. Solska and M. Pala and F.T. Hansen and T.E. Sondergaard and M. Paściak and P. Siupka},

url = {https://www.scopus.com/pages/publications/105042034537?origin=resultslist},

doi = {10.1007/s00438-026-02456-6},

issn = {16174615},

year  = {2026},

date = {2026-01-01},

journal = {Molecular Genetics and Genomics},

volume = {301},

number = {1},

publisher = {Springer Science and Business Media Deutschland GmbH},

abstract = {The aim of the study was to describe and evaluate the biotechnological potential of a novel species of Nocardia isolated from underground coal mine water. Nocardia strains represent important human pathogens, but are also common in soil and water environments. Recently, they have gained attention for their biosynthetic potential and vast metabolic abilities to degrade aromatic compounds, including xenobiotics. In this work, we established the taxonomic status of strain MW-W600-9T. Phylogenetic analysis based on 16 S rRNA gene and whole genome sequencing revealed close relatedness to Nocardia rhizosphaerihabitans and Nocardia asteroides. This is further supported by phenotyping tests, chemotaxonomic analyses and MALDI-ToF profiling. We therefore propose that strain MW-W600-9T (= DSM 120649T =PCM 3565T) constitutes a new species, Nocardia fodinahabitans sp. nov. The strain has 31 putative biosynthetic gene clusters, 12 showing low or no similarity to the clusters of known compounds, indicating its potential to produce novel bioactive compounds. The strain MW-W600-9T shows degradation potential of aromatic xenobiotics, tested for haloorganic compounds and bisphenols. The concentration of 4-chlorophenol and bisphenol A was decreasing significantly during the strain culture, and the results suggest co-metabolic removal of iohexol. This work shows the biodegradation ability of aromatic xenobiotic compounds by a new species of Nocardia, highlighting the potential use of the strain in bioremediation applications. It also shows for the first time the degradation of bisphenol by a member of the Nocardia genus, along with potential co-metabolic degradation of environmentally persistent haloorganic compounds. © The Author(s) 2026.},

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@article{2-s2.0-105046231526,

title = {Respirable Asbestiform Serpentines in Outdoor and Indoor Air Near an Active Serpentinite Quarry},

author = { A. Obmiński and J. Janeczek and F. Chyliński and A. Krzątała and T. Krzykawski},

url = {https://www.scopus.com/pages/publications/105046231526?origin=resultslist},

doi = {10.1155/ina/9468276},

issn = {09056947},

year  = {2026},

date = {2026-01-01},

journal = {Indoor Air},

volume = {2026},

number = {1},

publisher = {John Wiley and Sons Inc},

abstract = {The excavation and processing of serpentinites release asbestos and asbestiform fibers into outdoor and indoor air near quarries. In this study, concentrations of respirable asbestiform antigorite and chrysotile in indoor and outdoor air in a village near a serpentinite quarry and processing plants in southwestern Poland were investigated. Serpentinite-hosted antigorite and chrysotile veins, serpentinite aggregate, and topsoil were examined as potential sources of the airborne respirable asbestiform particles. The study combines mineralogical characterization (PLM; SEM/EDX; XRD; Raman; FTIR) with environmental sampling to determine the relationship between emitter distance and respirable fiber concentration, comparing outdoor air with indoor air. Current fiber concentrations are compared with both historical data and respirable asbestos concentrations in buildings containing asbestos materials in various conditions and upon their improper removal. Outdoor respirable fiber concentrations were inversely related to the distance from the quarry and processing plants, ranging from 10,700–24,900 f/m3 at the entrance to the quarry to below the scanning electron microscopy detection limit (≤ 159 f/m3) about 1.5 km away. Indoor respirable fiber concentrations varied among rooms regardless of the distance from the quarry and processing plants. The highest concentrations of 11,540 f/m3 was recorded in the grocery shop some 300 m from the quarry and processing plants, in which similarly high concentrations were observed over 30 years ago. Even if serpentinites do not contain a significant amount of regulated asbestos, they may contain abundant elongated antigorite crystals and fibrolamellar antigorite, which upon mechanical disruption may turn into airborne respirable asbestiform particles. Copyright © 2026 Andrzej Obmiński et al. Indoor Air published by John Wiley & Sons Ltd.},

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@article{2-s2.0-105043758800,

title = {Interstellar objects: A wake-up call for planetary defense against unexpected visitors from within and outside The Solar System},

author = { G. Sadlok},

url = {https://www.scopus.com/pages/publications/105043758800?origin=resultslist},

doi = {10.1016/j.jsse.2026.06.004},

issn = {24688975},

year  = {2026},

date = {2026-01-01},

journal = {Journal of Space Safety Engineering},

publisher = {Elsevier Ltd},

abstract = {The recent discovery of 3I/ATLAS, the third interstellar object (ISO) observed to date, has naturally sparked a debate regarding its nature: is it a comet, or a potential technosignature of an alien civilization? This paper, however, focuses not on the object’s nature, but on a critical lesson that should be learned from its passage through the Solar System. It is argued that, due to the short notice such visitors provide, their high velocities, and their potentially massive nature, the hazards associated with potential Earth impacts could be greater than those posed by a comparable-sized, Sun-bound object. This heightened risk necessitates the formal consideration of the hazard posed by ISOs and potential mitigation strategies. The short notice an ISO may give before an impact renders a long-lasting, well-planned deflection mission, like DART, unlikely to be feasible and ill-suited to address such a threat. Given the short reaction time, nuclear warheads and vehicles operating with nuclear rocket engines may be the best-suited options to address potential ISO threats (also Sun-bound large objects detected late on their way toward Earth could be mitigated this way), yet the Outer Space Treaty’s ban and prevailing international disputes render us, as a planetary civilization, highly unprepared and vulnerable to any potential imminent ISO impact hazards. © 2026 International Association for the Advancement of Space Safety. Published by Elsevier Ltd. All rights are reserved, including those for text and data mining, AI training, and similar technologies.},

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@article{2-s2.0-105042107089,

title = {Maize chromatin introgression’s effect in oat × maize addition lines},

author = { K. Juzoń and A. Nowicka and M. Said and D. Idziak-Helmcke and T. Warzecha and M. Warchoł and E. Skrzypek and A. Pečinka},

url = {https://www.scopus.com/pages/publications/105042107089?origin=resultslist},

doi = {10.1007/s13353-026-01086-3},

issn = {12341983},

year  = {2026},

date = {2026-01-01},

journal = {Journal of Applied Genetics},

publisher = {Springer Science and Business Media Deutschland GmbH},

abstract = {The addition lines derived from oat (Avena sativa L.) × maize (Zea mays L.) crosses constitute a unique tool for studying gene expression and the structure of chromatin, as well as a source of agronomically desirable traits in the context of new intergeneric hybrid cultivars. Therefore, for a better understanding of the introgression of maize chromatin into the oat genome, a comprehensive analysis of oat × maize lines was conducted. The presence of maize chromatin was confirmed in three tested lines by PCR-based amplification of the maize retrotransposon Grande-1, and verified by genomic in situ hybridization. Interestingly, the addition lines containing cytologically-detectable maize chromosomes showed a possible disturbance of the Rabl-like centromere-telomere polarization typical for oat. Moreover, the maize chromatin was consistently positioned near the nuclear periphery. The maize chromatin introgression caused a prolonged DNA replication phase, altering cell cycle dynamics, and may led to mitotic abnormalities, such as the formation of micronuclei and anaphase chromosome bridges. The introgression lines also showed morphological and physiological changes: smaller seeds, hampered seedlings’ growth, and reduced yield parameters (number of flowers/seeds per plant/panicle and seed weight). These findings shed more light on the consequences of the maize chromatin introgression into the oat genome and the stability and utility of the obtained hybrids. © The Author(s) 2026.},

note = {0},

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@article{2-s2.0-105038214403,

title = {Record of Former Aeolian Processes in Deposits of the Duneless Coast of Catalonia, Spain},

author = { R. Dulias and J. Farguell},

url = {https://www.scopus.com/pages/publications/105038214403?origin=resultslist},

doi = {10.14746/quageo-2026-0014},

issn = {0137477X},

year  = {2026},

date = {2026-01-01},

journal = {Quaestiones Geographicae},

publisher = {Sciendo},

abstract = {In the past century, due to natural and anthropogenic impacts, a significant part of the dunes has disappeared from the coastal landscape of Catalonia. This work aimed to investigate whether the textural features of contemporary beach deposits are a record of former aeolian processes. A section of the Mediterranean coast (30 km), currently without dunes, was selected for the study. A total of 20 research sites were established, including 18 on beaches, one on the riverbed and one on the cliff top. The abrasion of quartz grains was studied using the morphoscopic method. The deposits are characterised by a high proportion of fresh and angular grains and a lack or negligible proportion of broken and well-rounded grains, both shiny and matt. Moderately rounded grains with matt edges occur, proving mechanical abrasion during aeolian transport. It has been shown that despite the contemporary lack of dunes, the beach deposits are partly aeolian. This results from the fact that the coastline has significantly shifted landward, and currently, the forelands of former foredunes are included in the water transport, in the deposits of which the effects of previous aeolian processes are recorded. © 2026 Renata Dulias et al.},

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@article{2-s2.0-105043427890,

title = {First eriococcid and pseudococcid scale insects from Sakhalinian amber},

author = { P. Węgierek and B. Ogłaza and E.E. Perkovsky and M. Kalandyk-Kołodziejczyk},

url = {https://www.scopus.com/pages/publications/105043427890?origin=resultslist},

doi = {10.4202/app.01334.2026},

issn = {05677920},

year  = {2026},

date = {2026-01-01},

journal = {Acta Palaeontologica Polonica},

volume = {71},

number = {2},

pages = {337-347},

publisher = {Instytut Paleobiologii PAN},

abstract = {We describe one genus and species and undetermined immature female instar of scale insects from Sakhalinian amber found in 1972 on the Okhotsk Sea's (South Sakhalin) beaches. Podococcus elzbietae Kalandyk-Kołodziejczyk & Wegierek gen. et sp. nov. belongs to the family Eriococcidae and it is the first known fossil adult female of this family. Other fossil species of Eriococcidae were described on the basis of immature instars or adult male. Podococcus elzbietae is characterized by the presence of 8-segmented antennae, tarsal digitules knobbed significantly longer than claw digitules, claw digitules knobbed, macrotubular ducts scattered on the margins of venter of abdominal segments, enlarged conical setae on entire body margin, anal lobes prominent with 3 enlarged setae and anal ring with 4 pairs of setae. The other specimen was not assigned to the species, but its morphological features indicate that is the first known fossil immature instar of the family Pseudococcidae. The other fossil species of this family were described on the basis of adult male morphology. The immature female instar of the family Pseudococcidae possess 6-segmented antennae with the longest apical setae, legs well developed, tarsal digitules knobbed longer than claw digitules, claw with denticle, anal lobes protruded with long apical setae, anal ring with 3 pairs of setae, tubular ducts on dorsal abdominal margins. Scale insects have not been described from the Sakhalinian amber to date. Copyright © 2026 P. Wegierek et al. This is an open-access article distributed under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution License (for details please see http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/).},

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@article{2-s2.0-105045278629,

title = {Tracing Methanogenesis Pathways via Stable Carbon Isotopes for Sustainable Biogas Production in Continuous-Flow Open Systems},

author = { M. Bucha and A. Detman-Ignatowska and A. Chojnacka and E.B. Łupikasza and Ł. Pleśniak and W. Drzewicki and M. Jakubiak and A. Trojanowska-Olichwer and B. Berbeć and D. Kufka and A. Sikora and M.O. Jędrysek},

url = {https://www.scopus.com/pages/publications/105045278629?origin=resultslist},

doi = {10.3390/su18136880},

issn = {20711050},

year  = {2026},

date = {2026-01-01},

journal = {Sustainability (Switzerland)},

volume = {18},

number = {13},

publisher = {Multidisciplinary Digital Publishing Institute (MDPI)},

abstract = {The common products of acidogenesis, the key stage in the process of anaerobic digestion, are lactate, butyrate, propionate, and acetate. They were decomposed in the Up-flow Anaerobic Sludge Blanket bioreactors working in continuous-flow open systems. A comprehensive analysis of variations in both isotopic ratios and concentrations of organic acids in the effluents was conducted to enhance comprehension of methanogenic processes. The analysis of carbon isotope fractionation in the CO2-CH4 system, as evidenced by the α13CCO2-CH4 factor, has indicated that acetate decarboxylation has occurred. Furthermore, a decline in CO2 levels was observed, accompanied by the predominance of butyrate and propionate, despite the presence of acetic acid in the effluents from all the bioreactors. Butyric acid demonstrated the greatest resistance to decomposition, resulting in 13C-enrichment of DIC. Lactic acid was utilised almost entirely. The observations presented above were subsequently validated through statistical analysis. A comparative analysis of the δ13C(CH4) and δ13C(CO2) values of our study with those of other natural substrates (detritic lignite; xylite; maize silage; and cattle manure) was undertaken, and it was found that isotope fractionation differs significantly in closed (potential thermodynamic processes) and open systems (expected Rayleigh processes). In the context of open systems, the isotope fractionation factor α13CCO2-CH4 during methaneogenesis has been observed to attain values that are consistent with those observed in CH4 oxidation. The study revealed that the presence of acetate in the substrate (i.e.; the M4 bioreactor) led to the generation of CO2 with a higher proportion of light carbon isotopes. This, in turn, resulted in a shift in the isotope fractionation factor (i.e.; α13CCO2-CH4) to values below 1.03. Our results suggest that methanogenic pathway signatures in open, continuous-flow systems may only be partially apparent. This is because substrate depletion drives Rayleigh-type isotope enrichment, while the dominance of a single substrate and its constant inflow stabilise pathway expression and shift control towards substrate dynamics rather than intrinsic microbial changes. Our finding suggests that isotope-based diagnostics could enhance process control in biogas plants by identifying substrate-driven limitations and facilitating more efficient and stable CH4 production. © 2026 by the authors.},

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@article{2-s2.0-105045717897,

title = {Aphid Diversity in Canadian Amber: Description of New Taxa †},

author = { B. Ogłaza and M. Kalandyk-Kołodziejczyk and P. Węgierek},

url = {https://www.scopus.com/pages/publications/105045717897?origin=resultslist},

doi = {10.3390/insects17070750},

issn = {20754450},

year  = {2026},

date = {2026-01-01},

journal = {Insects},

volume = {17},

number = {7},

publisher = {Multidisciplinary Digital Publishing Institute (MDPI)},

abstract = {Canadian amber, dated to the late Campanian (79–78 Ma), is the youngest known Late Cretaceous amber deposit containing insect inclusions. Aphids represent one of the most abundant insect groups preserved in this amber. In this study, we describe an apterous morph of Alloambria infelicis Kania & Wegierek, 2005 and three new species from Canadian amber: Matronaphis breviantennata, Curraphis velox, and Latialiaphis oblita. Only the latter species is described based on an alate morph. We also analysed the holotypes of the following species: Ambaraphis kotejai Kania & Wegierek, 2005, Ambaraphis costalis Richards, 1966, Alloambria infelicis, Alloambria caudata Richards, 1966 and Pseudambria longirostris Richards, 1966. Apterous morphs reported from Late Cretaceous deposits share several morphological features with extant aphids, including appendage structures (antennae with distinct processus terminalis and cauda) and other characteristics such as single secondary rhinaria and abdominal wax glands. Our results expand the known morphological diversity of aphids in Canadian amber. © 2026 by the authors.},

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@article{2-s2.0-105044116797,

title = {Phase separation of an FtAT-hook transcription factor regulates seed development under heat stress in Tartary buckwheat},

author = { D. Lai and W. Li and Z. Wang and Y. He and D. Fan and Z. Zhao and X. Wang and X. Huang and Y. Shi and H. Lin and Z. Fu and X. Wang and X. Lu and Z. Wang and Y. Liu and H. Fan and J. Gao and J. Cheng and K. Zhang and A. Piński and A. Betekhtin and J. Ruan and M. Zhou},

url = {https://www.scopus.com/pages/publications/105044116797?origin=resultslist},

doi = {10.1093/plcell/koag065},

issn = {10404651},

year  = {2026},

date = {2026-01-01},

journal = {Plant Cell},

volume = {38},

number = {7},

publisher = {American Society of Plant Biologists},

abstract = {Heat stress threatens current crop production systems and food security. The identification and utilization of elite thermotolerance genes and germplasms have emerged as cost-effective strategies to improve the thermotolerance of crops under global warming. This study identified a Tartary buckwheat (Fagopyrum tataricum) high-temperature-induced FtAT-hook transcription factor that undergoes phase separation and negatively controls seed development by increasing the transcript level of the sugar transporter gene FtERDL6 (Early response to dehydration like 6) and key genes for flavonoid synthesis (FtFLS). Additionally, FtASR, an abscisic acid stress-ripening protein, interacted with FtAT-hook to affect the phase separation of FtAT-hook under heat stress. The interaction between FtAT-hook and FtASR was conserved among other species. As a downstream biosynthetic product of FtFLS, kaempferitrin suppresses FtAT-hook phase separation via a negative feedback regulatory mechanism. Notably, the exogenous application of kaempferitrin significantly enhanced the FtASR-FtAT-hook interaction, leading to an increase in seed size under heat stress. These findings provide mechanistic insights into the design of flavonoid compounds to disturb protein phase separation and thereby change its function, and they offer strategies to safeguard food security under global warming. © The Author(s) 2026. Published by Oxford University Press on behalf of American Society of Plant Biologists. All rights reserved. For commercial re-use, please contact reprints@oup.com for reprints and translation rights for reprints. All other permissions can be obtained through our RightsLink service via the Permissions link on the article page on our site—for further information please contact journals.permissions@oup.com. This article is published and distributed under the terms of the Oxford University Press, Standard Journals Publication Model (https://academic.oup.com/pages/standard-publication-reuse-rights)},

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@article{2-s2.0-105038435739,

title = {Fabrication of Electrospun PCL/PEO Microfibers with Fe3O4 Nanoparticles for Magnetic Hyperthermia: Immunocompatibility Assessment Using CD14+ Monocytes, CD4+ and CD8+ T Cells, and CD56+ NK Cells In Vitro},

author = { A. Radoń and A. Deregowska and A. Ciuraszkiewicz and Ł. Hawełek and H. Spałek and T. Warski and A. Hudecki and D. Łukowiec and P. Piotrowski and A. Krogul-Sobczak and M.M. Rost-Roszkowska and Ł. Chajec and W. Pieszko and J. Bukala and J. Rzeszutek and M. Wnuk and A. Lewińska},

url = {https://www.scopus.com/pages/publications/105038435739?origin=resultslist},

doi = {10.1021/acsbiomaterials.5c02218},

issn = {23739878},

year  = {2026},

date = {2026-01-01},

journal = {ACS Biomaterials Science and Engineering},

volume = {12},

number = {5},

pages = {2619-2635},

publisher = {American Chemical Society},

abstract = {Magnetite nanoparticles (Fe3O4 NPs), due to their unique physicochemical properties, are considered as promising nanomaterials for multiple biomedical applications. However, the development of novel strategies for surface modification and coating of Fe3O4 NPs is needed to fabricate Fe3O4 NPs with improved biocompatibility. In the present study, two polymers, namely, poly(ε-caprolactone) (PCL) and poly(ethylene oxide) (PEO), were applied to produce PCL/PEO microfibers containing Fe3O4 NPs (PCL/PEO/Fe3O4 MFs) using the electrospinning method. Their physicochemical properties, especially magnetically induced hyperthermia effects, were compared to Fe3O4 NPs. The biocompatibility and immunocompatibility of PCL/PEO/Fe3O4 MFs were then tested using four types of human immune cells, namely, CD14+ monocytes, CD4+ helper, CD8+ cytotoxic T cells, and CD56+ NK cells. Monocytes were the most sensitive to PCL/PEO/Fe3O4 MFs as judged by the induction of cell death (apoptosis and necrosis) and micronuclei production, whereas other immune cells were less or not affected by the stimulation with PCL/PEO/Fe3O4 MFs. PCL/PEO/Fe3O4 MFs also did not lower the viability of normal human fibroblasts. Furthermore, a mild immunogenic response was revealed in PCL/PEO/Fe3O4 MF-treated helper T cells based on the analysis of transcriptional activity of 92 genes involved in the NFκB pathway. Observed elevated mRNA levels of NFKB2, TNF, TNFAIP3, TRAF1, and TBK1 may have context-dependent immunomodulatory effects in PCL/PEO/Fe3O4 MF-stimulated helper T cells that should be taken into account while designing novel drug-delivery systems based on PCL/PEO and Fe3O4 NPs. © 2026 American Chemical Society},

note = {1},

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@article{2-s2.0-105034668070,

title = {Effects of resveratrol and nanodiamonds on sirtuin activity, oxidative stress and DNA damage in Acheta domesticus},

author = { P. Ziętara-Krzyk and B. Flasz and M. Augustyniak},

url = {https://www.scopus.com/pages/publications/105034668070?origin=resultslist},

doi = {10.1016/j.bbrc.2026.153698},

year  = {2026},

date = {2026-01-01},

journal = {Biochemical and Biophysical Research Communications},

volume = {816},

publisher = {Elsevier B.V.},

abstract = {The quest for an elixir of longevity has long inspired research into molecular mechanisms that govern aging. The present study investigated the effects of resveratrol (RV) and nanodiamonds (NDs) on sirtuin activity, oxidative stress, and DNA damage in two strains of Acheta domesticus: wild-type (H) and longevity-selected (D). Analyses of total SIRT and SIRT1, SIRT6 activities, antioxidant markers (CAT; SOD; LPO), and DNA damage indicators (pATM; γH2A.X; DSBs) revealed strain- and stage-dependent variations without a consistent pattern, suggesting long-term modulation of lifespan or sirtuin activity. RV and NDs induced only transient and adaptive effects, including a short-term increase in sirtuin activity exposed to NDs. The long-lived strain displayed stability in sirtuin response and survival, indicating that longevity-regulating mechanisms are genetically conserved and resistant to external modulation. These findings offer new insights into the limited and context-dependent influence of nanomaterials and bioactive compounds on aging-related molecular pathways. © 2026 Elsevier Inc.},

note = {1},

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@article{2-s2.0-105035915051,

title = {Bisphenol A disrupts epithelial homeostasis in the midgut of the freshwater shrimp Neocaridina davidi},

author = { H. Gorol and Ł. Chajec and G. Wilczek and S. Student and A. Ostróżka and M.M. Rost-Roszkowska},

url = {https://www.scopus.com/pages/publications/105035915051?origin=resultslist},

doi = {10.1080/24750263.2026.2652113},

issn = {24750263},

year  = {2026},

date = {2026-01-01},

journal = {European Zoological Journal},

volume = {93},

number = {1},

pages = {563-582},

publisher = {Taylor and Francis Ltd.},

abstract = {Bisphenol A (BPA) is commonly used in the production of plastics and epoxy resins. Hence, it is used to produce many everyday items. It is classified as a hazardous chemical due to its potential to cause serious eye damage, allergic skin reactions, and respiratory irritation or can affect reproductive function, cognitive function, and metabolism. Furthermore, BPA, due to its ability to mimic the human hormone estrogen, is an endocrine disruptor. However, aquatic organisms are most vulnerable to BPA. While changes in the abundance and fecundity of freshwater invertebrates have been analysed, data on the cytotoxic effects of BPA are scarce. Cytotoxicity triggers numerous degenerative or regenerative processes that attempt to maintain homeostasis in the body. Thus, to determine which cytotoxicological processes could be activated after BPA exposure, we used the freshwater shrimp Neocaridina davidi, a species widely cultured worldwide. Individuals of N. davidi were exposed to three concentrations of BPA: 1, 5, and 10 mg/L for 24, 48, and 72 h. Isolated from the specimens, the intestine and hepatopancreas were prepared for qualitative and quantitative analysis. The present findings demonstrate that BPA disrupts multiple cytotoxicity pathways, triggering a cascade of cellular interactions, including damage to mitochondria, nuclei, and DNA. We conclude that the oxidant-antioxidant imbalance induced by BPA compromises epithelial cell homeostasis, leading to midgut barrier dysfunction and impairing the regenerative capacity of the digestive system. © 2026 The Author(s). Published by Informa UK Limited, trading as Taylor & Francis Group.},

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@article{2-s2.0-105040669267,

title = {Metal Oxide Nanocomposites as Next-Generation Antimicrobial Agents Against Oral Cariogenic Pathogens: Mechanistic Actions of Ag–ZnO and Cu–ZnO on S. mutans and S. sobrinus},

author = { M.I. Ahmed and A. Nowak and M. Dulski and A. Strach and A. Zielińska and M. Paul-Samojedny and I.W. Potocka and K. Matus and D. Wasilkowski},

url = {https://www.scopus.com/pages/publications/105040669267?origin=resultslist},

doi = {10.3390/ma19081634},

issn = {19961944},

year  = {2026},

date = {2026-01-01},

journal = {Materials},

volume = {19},

number = {8},

publisher = {Multidisciplinary Digital Publishing Institute (MDPI)},

abstract = {Oral infections caused by antibiotic-resistant bacteria represent an emerging biomedical hazard and growing challenge for modern dentistry. To address this issue, Ag– and Cu–ZnO nanocomposites (NCs) were synthesized using ZnO carrier to combat the oral pathogens Streptococcus mutans and Streptococcus sobrinus. A comprehensive analysis of chemically synthesized metal oxide nanocomposites (MONCs) was performed, combining physicochemical characterization (TEM; XRD; ζ-potential; DLS; pH; and PFO/PSO kinetic models) with biological toxicity assessment (MIC; ATR–FTIR; SEM; and FAMEs) to better understand their antimicrobial mechanisms. The results confirmed that the synthesized nanoproducts fulfill the criteria for nanomaterials (NMs) (particle size < 100 nm). Among them, Ag–ZnO exhibited the highest antibacterial activity against both strains (MIC = 50 mg L−1). Kinetic modeling revealed faster and more efficient Ag ion release from Ag–ZnO NCs compared to Cu from Cu–ZnO NCs. Molecular analyses indicated strong MONC–bacterial interactions at the cell surface, leading to changes in protein secondary structures, alterations in lipid composition, and disruption of Gram-positive bacterial membranes. Additionally, Ag–ZnO inhibited chain and cluster formation in both bacterial species, while Cu–ZnO affected only S. sobrinus. Overall, Ag– and Cu–ZnO NCs show strong potential as antimicrobial agents against oral pathogens. © 2026 by the authors.},

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@article{2-s2.0-105033605438,

title = {Temperature-dependent bistable electrical switching in hydrated barley genomic DNA},

author = { M.A. Pietruszka},

url = {https://www.scopus.com/pages/publications/105033605438?origin=resultslist},

doi = {10.1016/j.biosystems.2026.105777},

year  = {2026},

date = {2026-01-01},

journal = {BioSystems},

volume = {263},

publisher = {Elsevier Ireland Ltd},

abstract = {Hydrated genomic DNA exhibits complex collective behavior mediated by its proton-rich hydrogen-bond network. Here, we report temperature-dependent bistable switching in hydrated barley genomic DNA under a weak electrical bias and a moderate magnetic field (0.5 T). The hydrated sample was prepared in a mixed DNA–saline environment at approximately a 1:1 volume ratio (50/50) with physiological ionic strength (0.9% NaCl), providing controlled ionic screening conditions. After normalizing the transverse response by the longitudinal current to remove drive drift, the system displays telegraph-like switching between two preferred macroscopic states during cooling at a fixed magnetic field. The switching rate and dwell-time statistics vary strongly with temperature, with characteristic changes occurring near 18 °C and 14 °C to 15 °C, temperature ranges previously associated with functional hydration regimes in barley DNA. These results demonstrate that bistable collective electrical dynamics persist under physiologically relevant ionic conditions, indicating robust temperature-tuned electrical behavior of hydrated genomic DNA under ambient conditions. Copyright © 2026. Published by Elsevier B.V.},

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@article{2-s2.0-105034168058,

title = {Evaluation of Molecular Responses and Longevity Markers in Acheta domesticus Following Combined Resveratrol and Nanodiamond Exposure},

author = { P. Ziętara-Krzyk and B. Flasz and M. Augustyniak},

url = {https://www.scopus.com/pages/publications/105034168058?origin=resultslist},

doi = {10.3390/ijms27062786},

year  = {2026},

date = {2026-01-01},

journal = {International Journal of Molecular Sciences},

volume = {27},

number = {6},

publisher = {Multidisciplinary Digital Publishing Institute (MDPI)},

abstract = {Sirtuins are conserved proteins regulating oxidative stress and lifespan. While they enhance cellular adaptability, the long-term biological consequences of combining bioactive compounds with nanomaterials remain poorly understood. This study examined the effects of combined resveratrol and nanodiamonds (RV+NDs) in two Acheta domesticus strains: wild-type (H) and longevity-selected (D). The impact was assessed across developmental stages, focusing on survival, total sirtuin activity, specific isoforms (SIRT1; SIRT6), oxidative stress, antioxidant enzymes, and DNA damage markers. RV+NDs exposure did not result in consistent lifespan extension or sustained oxidative stress. Molecular responses were strongly dictated by genetic background and age, as reflected by significant survival differences between strains H and D (p < 0.001) Notably, a persistent increase in total sirtuin activity (~60% ↑ across developmental stages) occurred exclusively in the longevity-selected strain, though no stable activation of SIRT1 or SIRT6 was detected. While classical redox parameters showed only transient changes, DNA damage response markers emerged as the most sensitive indicators of RV+NDs exposure. Overall, the findings demonstrate that RV+NDs treatment induces context-dependent, adaptive molecular responses. This highlights the critical role of genetic background and age in shaping ageing-related pathways, suggesting that nanodelivery systems do not produce universal effects across different genotypes. © 2026 by the authors.},

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@article{2-s2.0-105036415373,

title = {Evaluation of non-opioid analgesic toxicity and their effects on native and invasive species of crustaceans (Gammaridae, Gammarus)},

author = { A. Cieplok and B. Orpych and K. Chrobak and K. Rusinek and R. Czerniawski and A. Spyra},

url = {https://www.scopus.com/pages/publications/105036415373?origin=resultslist},

doi = {10.3897/biorisk.24.176556},

issn = {13132644},

year  = {2026},

date = {2026-01-01},

journal = {BioRisk},

number = {24},

pages = {85-102},

publisher = {Pensoft Publishers},

abstract = {Humans widely use pharmaceuticals due to their availability, effectiveness, quick pain relief, and ability to improve well-being and health conditions. Their presence in aquatic environments, even in small doses, leads to serious ecological disturbances and alterations in trophic chains. This study aimed to assess the mortality and mobility of native Gammarus pulex and invasive Gammarus tigrinus under exposure to the nonopioid analgesics paracetamol, ibuprofen, ketoprofen, and a pharmaceutical mixture, as well as to determine their acute toxicity and impact on both species. At the 24th and 96th h of exposure, the highest increase in mortality was observed, most likely linked to shock caused by the sudden appearance of pollutants and the duration of exposure. Mortality was influenced not only by exposure time but also by the type of pharmaceutical. Paracetamol was the most lethal for both native and invasive species, though 100% mortality was recorded after 96 h of exposure. At a concentration of 5000 mg/L, all organisms died within 24 h. G. tigrinus, despite its broader ecological tolerance to pollution and resistance to environmental changes, responded to the presence of pharmaceuticals like G. pulex. Regarding survival, the ibuprofen–ketoprofen mixture in a 1:1 ratio was the least lethal for G. tigrinus, while ketoprofen alone was the least lethal for G. pulex. The availability and widespread use of over-the-counter pharmaceuticals, combined with the lack of systematic monitoring of aquatic environments, pose serious challenges to aquatic organisms in the context of pharmaceutical pollution in water habitats. Copyright: © Anna Cieplok et al. This is an open access article distributed under terms of the Creative Commons Attribution License (Attribution 4.0 International - CC BY 4.0).},

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@article{2-s2.0-105034399978,

title = {Nuclear DNA Content Analyses by Flow Cytometry of Saffron (Crocus sativus L.) Populations Obtained from Safranbolu, Türkiye},

author = { G. Yücel and R. Skinderowicz and O. Demir and B.A. Kolano and M. Tuna},

url = {https://www.scopus.com/pages/publications/105034399978?origin=resultslist},

doi = {10.3390/cimb48030262},

year  = {2026},

date = {2026-01-01},

journal = {Current Issues in Molecular Biology},

volume = {48},

number = {3},

publisher = {Multidisciplinary Digital Publishing Institute (MDPI)},

abstract = {C. sativus (saffron) is the source of the world’s most expensive spice. Despite its economic significance, the genome structure is poorly studied. C. sativus is a sterile triploid (2n = 3x = 24) species, traditionally considered to exhibit minimal genetic variation. In this study, we analysed 45 individuals representing 15 accessions of C. sativus obtained from farmers in the Davutobası and Yukarıçiftlik villages of Safranbolu—an important centre of saffron cultivation in Türkiye. These populations represent an underexplored reservoir of germplasm with potential implications for biodiversity, conservation, and genetic improvement. Flow cytometry based on propidium iodide staining was used to assess nuclear DNA content, a key cytogenetic characteristic relevant to taxonomy, breeding, and molecular research. Nuclear DNA content among individuals ranged from 10.45 pg/2C DNA to 10.9 pg/2C DNA, all sharing the expected triploid chromosome number (2n = 3x = 24). Although variation was subtle, the observed polymorphism suggests the presence of detectable genomic diversity within these genotypes. These findings highlight the importance of analysing genotypes in understanding the genetic landscape of C. sativus. Selected individuals exhibiting variation in genome size may serve as valuable material for further molecular and breeding studies aimed at improving this culturally and economically significant crop. © 2026 by the authors.},

note = {0},

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@article{2-s2.0-105037093423,

title = {Cr(VI) detoxification from water using a regenerable fullerene-based hybrid adsorbent with in vivo safety assessment},

author = { M. Musielak and M. Serda and M.P. Chavhan and M.A. Małecka and Ł. Chajec and K. Małota and M. Szubka and M.M. Rost-Roszkowska and R. Sitko},

url = {https://www.scopus.com/pages/publications/105037093423?origin=resultslist},

doi = {10.1016/j.wri.2026.100366},

issn = {22123717},

year  = {2026},

date = {2026-01-01},

journal = {Water Resources and Industry},

volume = {35},

publisher = {Elsevier B.V.},

abstract = {Hexavalent chromium contamination remains a serious challenge for industrial water and wastewater treatment due to its high toxicity, mobility and resistance to conventional remediation methods. Here we report an adsorption-based detoxification approach using a regenerable hybrid nanoadsorbent (GO-C60-PEI) that integrates graphene oxide, [60]fullerene and branched polyethyleneimine. Microscopy and spectroscopic analyses (SEM/TEM; FT-IR; XPS; CHNS) together with N2–sorption confirm successful construction of the hybrid architecture. Cr(VI) uptake is rapid (equilibrium within 45 min) and best described by a Langmuir monolayer model, giving a maximum capacity of 380 mg g−1 at pH 1.5. The GO-C60-PEI adsorbs quantitative Cr(VI) even under an unfavorable aqueous environment of high ionic strength of the solution (up to 3M of NaNO3), and in the presence of million-fold co-existing ions in relation to Cr(VI). The material can be regenerated within 5 min using 1.5 mL of 2M NH3(aq) assisted by ultrasonication, allowing efficient Cr(VI) recovery. Finally, in vivo toxicological studies using the Drosophila melanogaster model confirmed the absence of toxicity for both the pristine nanomaterial and its Cr(VI)-loaded form, indicating effective detoxification of the treated water. Therefore, the obtained GO-C60-PEI represents a promising and eco-friendly platform for the purification and detoxification of Cr(VI) in water treatment systems. © 2026 The Authors.},

note = {0},

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@article{2-s2.0-105030486320,

title = {Response to multigenerational graphene oxide exposure in acheta domesticus strains selected for longevity},

author = { B. Flasz and A. Babczyńska and M. Tarnawska and A.K. Ajay and A. Kędziorski and Ł. Napora-Rutkowski and E. Świerczek and K. Rozpędek and M. Augustyniak},

url = {https://www.scopus.com/pages/publications/105030486320?origin=resultslist},

doi = {10.1038/s41598-026-37623-7},

issn = {20452322},

year  = {2026},

date = {2026-01-01},

journal = {Scientific Reports},

volume = {16},

number = {1},

publisher = {Nature Research},

abstract = {The development of new nanotechnologies and their use in everyday life always carries the risk of environmental hazards and consequences for human health. Among them, graphene oxide (GO) is a promising material. Due to its excellent physicochemical properties, GO is attractive not only for industrial applications but also in medicine. There is still a lack of sufficient reports on the long-term effects of GO on organisms, including studies of a multigenerational nature. We investigated the health status of two strains of Acheta domesticus: the wild type and the long-lived. The strains were exposed to GO for five generations and a sixth recovery generation. We investigated parameters that may indirectly explain the mechanisms involved in transmitting the informational pattern of the stress response to subsequent generations: DNA stability, mitochondrial potential, apoptosis, and autophagy. GO intoxication induced multilevel cellular responses in five subsequent generations. GO cessation in recovery F5 acted as a new stressor. Across five generations, variation in the response to GO was observed. GO is most likely responsible for changes that persist over generations. We believe that epigenetic inheritance is a likely mechanism underlying the multigenerational adaptation observed in GO-exposed insects, and future research should aim to elucidate this phenomenon in more detail. © The Author(s) 2026.},

note = {0},

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@article{2-s2.0-105035872755,

title = {Yersinia enterocolitica O:3 Outer Membrane Vesicles as a Platform for Complement Activation},

author = { C. Battaglino and I. Bodnaruk and P. Czyszczoń and M. Skurnik and B. Filip-Psurska and D. Jarych and A. Maciejewska and M. Gadzinowski and K. Malik and I.W. Potocka and P. Migdał and R. Kruszakin and M. Cedzyński and K. Kasperkiewicz and J. Łukasiewicz and A.S. Świerzko},

url = {https://www.scopus.com/pages/publications/105035872755?origin=resultslist},

doi = {10.1002/jev2.70270},

issn = {20013078},

year  = {2026},

date = {2026-01-01},

journal = {Journal of Extracellular Vesicles},

volume = {15},

number = {4},

publisher = {John Wiley and Sons Inc},

abstract = {Lipopolysaccharide (LPS) is the major component of the outer membrane vesicles (OMVs) of Gram-negative bacteria. We hypothesized that OMVs-induced complement activation contributes to the development of systemic inflammatory response syndrome (SIRS). Yersinia enterocolitica O:3 (YeO3) variants synthesizing LPS of various chemotypes (S; Ra; Rd1; Re) were used as model microorganisms. OMVs activated complement more potently than parental bacteria or homologous LPS, independently of chemotype. A high molecular weight polysaccharide fraction, distinct from LPS, was recognized by serum mannose-binding lectin (MBL). In vivo experiments demonstrated that complement depletion weakened the hallmarks of OMVs-induced SIRS in mice. LPS chemotype affected the biodistribution of OMVs and long O-specific polysaccharide protected them from clearance. Chemotype influenced OMVs secretion with their highest release by bacteria with LPS reduced to the inner core and lipid A (Rd1). The shift from environmental to host's temperature stimulated secretion of smaller OMVs, with less-toxic, tetra-acyl lipid A. Our data are consistent with a contribution of OMVs to Yersinia pathogenicity through complement activation. Their potency as complex virulence factor is influenced by size, length of oligo-/polysaccharide chain, and lipid A form. This study comprehensively characterizes OMV-complement interactions in YeO3, extending the knowledge of mechanisms previously established for other Gram-negative bacteria. © 2026 The Author(s). Journal of Extracellular Vesicles published by Wiley Periodicals, LLC on behalf of the International Society for Extracellular Vesicles.},

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@article{2-s2.0-105031368064,

title = {Aphids (Hemiptera: Aphididae) in Living Collections of Selected European Botanic Gardens: Diversity, Biosecurity Challenges, and Sentinel Insights},

author = { K. Wieczorek and D. Chłond and K. Ball and A. Zawisza-Raszka and A. Zielińska and D. Baert and M. Elliot},

url = {https://www.scopus.com/pages/publications/105031368064?origin=resultslist},

doi = {10.3390/insects17020196},

issn = {20754450},

year  = {2026},

date = {2026-01-01},

journal = {Insects},

volume = {17},

number = {2},

publisher = {Multidisciplinary Digital Publishing Institute (MDPI)},

abstract = {Botanic gardens host diverse living plant collections and are increasingly recognized as sentinel sites for documenting insect biodiversity and detecting biological invasions. Aphids (Hemiptera: Aphididae) are well suited to such monitoring due to their close host associations, rapid population growth, and importance as horticultural pests and virus vectors. Here, we document the aphid fauna recorded in five European botanic gardens—Zabrze (Poland), Meise (Belgium), and the Royal Botanic Gardens in Edinburgh, Benmore, and Logan (UK)—based on surveys conducted in 2022 and 2023. Sampling approaches included short-duration expert bioblitz-style surveys and extended seasonal monitoring. In total, more than one hundred aphid species were recorded across all sites. Observed species lists differed among gardens and survey periods, reflecting variation in sampling timing, intensity, and host plant composition. Several alien aphid species to Europe of Oriental and Nearctic origin were detected, including multiple new national records. Alien taxa were found both in outdoor living collections and in controlled environments such as glasshouses, nurseries, restricted areas, and plant shops, which may function as entry points as well as locations for early intervention. These findings illustrate the value of botanic gardens for documenting aphid diversity and supporting early detection of non-native species relevant to plant health and biosecurity. © 2026 by the authors.},

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