@article{2-s2.0-85177566674,

title = {The Mutare–Fingeren dyke swarm: the enigma of the Kalahari Craton’s exit from supercontinent Rodinia},

author = { A.P. Gumsley and M.O. De Kock and R.E. Ernst and A. Gumsley and R. Hanson and S.L. Kamo and M.W. Knoper and M. Lewandowski and B. Luks and A. Mamuse and U. Söderlund},

url = {https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-85177566674&doi=10.1144%2fSP537-2022-206&partnerID=40&md5=c4e62b9025ad2895773946377bf87214},

doi = {10.1144/SP537-2022-206},

issn = {03058719},

year  = {2024},

date = {2024-01-01},

journal = {Geological Society Special Publication},

volume = {537},

pages = {359-380},

publisher = {Geological Society of London},

abstract = {The Rodinia supercontinent broke apart during the Neoproterozoic. Rodinia break-up is associated with widespread intraplate magmatism on many cratons, including the c. 720–719 Ma Franklin large igneous province (LIP) of Laurentia. Coeval magmatism has also been identified recently in Siberia and South China. This extensive magmatism terminates ∼1 myr before the onset of the Sturtian Snowball Earth. However, LIP-scale magmatism and global glaciation are probably related. U–Pb isotope dilution–thermal ionization mass spectrometry (ID-TIMS) baddeleyite dating herein identifies remnants of a new c. 724–712 Ma LIP on the eastern Kalahari Craton in southern Africa and East Antarctica: the combined Mutare–Fingeren Dyke Swarm. This dyke swarm occurs in northeastern Zimbabwe (Mutare Dyke Swarm) and western Dronning Maud Land (Fin-geren Dyke Swarm). It has incompatible element-enriched mid-ocean ridge basalt-like geochemistry, suggest-ing an asthenospheric mantle source for the LIP. The Mutare–Fingeren LIP probably formed during rifting. This rifting would have occurred almost ∼100 myr earlier than previous estimates in eastern Kalahari. The placement of Kalahari against southeastern Laurentia in Rodinia is also questioned. Proposed alternatives, invoking link-ing terranes between Kalahari and southwestern Laurentia or close to northwestern Laurentia, also present chal-lenges with no discernible resolution. Nevertheless, LIP-scale magmatism being responsible for the Sturtian Snowball Earth significantly increases. © 2023 The Author(s).},

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@article{2-s2.0-85181898797,

title = {Professor Barbara Węglarska (1922–2020)},

author = { Ł. Michalczyk and Pi. Gąsiorek and T. Szklarzewicz and Ł. Kaczmarek and I. Poprawa},

url = {https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-85181898797&doi=10.1093%2fzoolinnean%2fzlad181&partnerID=40&md5=0bef1e39082f8781790b316001b4601a},

doi = {10.1093/zoolinnean/zlad181},

issn = {00244082},

year  = {2024},

date = {2024-01-01},

journal = {Zoological Journal of the Linnean Society},

volume = {200},

number = {1},

pages = {12-17},

publisher = {Oxford University Press},

abstract = {[No abstract available]},

note = {1},

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@article{2-s2.0-85181913106,

title = {Effect of paracetamol on the storage cells of Hypsibius exemplaris—ultrastructural analysis},

author = { F. Wieczorkiewicz and J. Sojka and I. Poprawa},

url = {https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-85181913106&doi=10.1093%2fzoolinnean%2fzlad051&partnerID=40&md5=ade3c93422404cb27c324499cf471dde},

doi = {10.1093/zoolinnean/zlad051},

issn = {00244082},

year  = {2024},

date = {2024-01-01},

journal = {Zoological Journal of the Linnean Society},

volume = {200},

number = {1},

pages = {258-268},

publisher = {Oxford University Press},

abstract = {Tardigrades in their natural environment are exposed to various environmental toxicants, including non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) or antipyretics such as paracetamol. This drug can enter the animal’s body through the body wall or the digestive system with food and can affect the biology of organisms. In this paper, we report for the first time the effects of paracetamol on tardigrade storage cells. We analyzed the effects of short-term (7 days) and long-term (28 days) exposure of Hypsibius exemplaris storage cells to three paracetamol concentrations (0.2 µgxL−1; 230 µgxL−1; 1 mgxL−1). Our results showed that increasing paracetamol concentration and incubation time increases the number of damaged mitochondria in storage cells, and autophagy is activated and intensified. Moreover, the relocation of some organelles and cell deformation may indicate cytoskeleton damage. © 2023 The Linnean Society of London.},

note = {1},

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@article{2-s2.0-85182024353,

title = {Scandian actinolite from Jordanów Slaski, Lower Silesia, Poland: Compositional evolution, crystal structure, and genetic Implications},

author = { A. Pieczka and M. Stachowicz and S. Zelek-Pogudz and B. Gołębiowska and M.P. Sek and K. Nejbert and J. Kotowski and B. Marciniak-Maliszewska and A. Szuszkiewicz and E. Szełęg and K. Stadnicka and K.W. Woźniak},

url = {https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-85182024353&doi=10.2138%2fam-2022-8786&partnerID=40&md5=54f416a6584d71e46a4814f8732efd92},

doi = {10.2138/am-2022-8786},

issn = {0003004X},

year  = {2024},

date = {2024-01-01},

journal = {American Mineralogist},

volume = {109},

number = {1},

pages = {174-183},

publisher = {Walter de Gruyter GmbH},

abstract = {Scandian actinolite evolving to scandio-winchite (up to 5.45 wt% Sc2O3) has been found in chloritedominant xenoliths incorporated into marginal portion of a granitic pegmatite. The pegmatite intruded a blackwall schist zone developed around rodingite-type rocks exposed in a serpentinite quarry at Jordanów Slzski near Sobótka, ~30 km south of Wrocław, Lower Silesia, Poland. The amphiboles form irregular overgrowths around cascandite and represent a complex solid-solution series among actinolite and scandio-winchite end-members, with a trace contribution of "scandio-magnesio-hornblende."Structural studies of a scandian actinolite crystal with composition A[□0.995(2)K0.005(2)]ς1B[Na0.24(5)Ca1.73(4)]ς1.98(1)C[Mg3.74 (7) Fe 0.90(3)2+ Mn0.04 (1) Sc0.26(3) Al0.05 (1)] ς 4.99 (1) T[Si7.98 (2) Al 0.02(2)] ς 8.00 O22 (O H) 2 revealed monoclinic C2/m structure with unit-cell parameters a = 9.8517(3)},

note = {1},

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@article{2-s2.0-85182400915,

title = {Long-Term Variability and Trends in Snow Depth and Cover Days Throughout Iranian Mountain Ranges},

author = { A. Sadeqi and M. Irannezhad and S. Bahmani and K.A. Jelodarlu and S.A. Varandili and Q.B. Pham},

url = {https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-85182400915&doi=10.1029%2f2023WR035411&partnerID=40&md5=8b8b1affa4e8070239781911811cb454},

doi = {10.1029/2023WR035411},

issn = {00431397},

year  = {2024},

date = {2024-01-01},

journal = {Water Resources Research},

volume = {60},

number = {1},

publisher = {John Wiley and Sons Inc},

abstract = {In Iran, the mountain snow cover generally feeds major rivers and thereby largely provides water resources required for improving human lives and protecting nature. Hence, understanding historical variability and trends in mountainous snowpack water resources in Iran in response to global warming and climate change can play a critical role in the sustainable development of this country. Accordingly, this study investigated long-term (1982–2018) snowpack climatology at 13 hydrometeorological measurement stations scattered throughout the Iranian mountain ranges, with a focus on Elburz, Azerbaijan, Zagros, and Khorasan mountainous regions. The non-parametric Mann-Kendall test was used to detect statistically significant (p < 0.05) trends, the Pettitt test to identify possible abrupt shift years, the Pearson's correlation coefficient to measure relationships among different time series, and the partial correlation to determine the most important climate factor influencing snowpack dynamics The annual snow depth (maximum snow depth) significantly declined throughout Iranian mountain ranges during 1982–2018, with an average rate of 1.0 (3.4) cm decade−1. The annual snow cover days (SCDs) also showed significant decreasing trends, ranging from 3 to 15 days decade−1 during 1982–2018, in 69% of the stations studied. Such considerable reductions in snow depth and cover days were mainly related to the compound effects of substantial increases in temperature, sunshine, and wind speed as well as decreases in precipitation and cloudiness during the SCDs across the Iranian mountain ranges. However, precipitation was the most influential climate factor controlling snow resources throughout both the Elburz and Zagros mountains in Iran. © 2024. The Authors.},

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@article{2-s2.0-85182440245,

title = {SLAG—software for reconstruction of historical smelting processes based on slag properties},

author = { K. Kupczak and R. Warchulski},

url = {https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-85182440245&doi=10.1111%2farcm.12940&partnerID=40&md5=ad922b3d333d71ed87b15767f686eb90},

doi = {10.1111/arcm.12940},

issn = {0003813X},

year  = {2024},

date = {2024-01-01},

journal = {Archaeometry},

publisher = {John Wiley and Sons Inc},

abstract = {The publication presents the functions of the SLAG software created to recreate historical metallurgical processes. SLAG allows for determining the smelting temperature, the viscosity of the metallurgical melt, and the oxygen and sulfur fugacities during smelting. With software, both liquidus temperature and melt viscosity can be calculated using different models, covering the range of chemical compositions of historical slags as wide as possible. Based on thermodynamic calculations, SLAG allows the performance of O2 and S2 fugacity calculations in the temperature range of 1000–2000 K (727–1727°C). The range of applicability of other properties (viscosity and liquidus temperature) depends only on the limitations of individual models. Using SLAG, it is also possible to create predominance area diagrams (PADs) and diagrams that consider the viscosity's dependence on temperature for slag of a given chemical composition. Based on glass transition temperature (Tg) and melt fragility, it is also possible to reconstruct the conditions that prevailed during the various stages of historical glass manufacturing processes. © 2024 The Authors. Archaeometry © 2024 University of Oxford.},

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@article{2-s2.0-85182470638,

title = {Major tree species of Central European forests differ in their proportion of positive, negative, and nonstationary growth trends},

author = { J. Kašpar and J. Tumajer and J. Altman and N. Altmanova and V. Čada and T. Čihák and J. Doležal and P. Fibich and P. Janda and R.J. Kaczka and T. Kolář and J. Lehejček and J. Mašek and K. Neudertová Hellebrandová and M. Rybníček and M. Rydval and R. Shetti and M. Svoboda and M. Šenfeldr and P. Šamonil and I. Vašíčková and M. Vejpustková and V. Treml},

url = {https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-85182470638&doi=10.1111%2fgcb.17146&partnerID=40&md5=17845e0cd80493880c7d9f1993313684},

doi = {10.1111/gcb.17146},

issn = {13541013},

year  = {2024},

date = {2024-01-01},

journal = {Global Change Biology},

volume = {30},

number = {1},

publisher = {John Wiley and Sons Inc},

abstract = {Temperate forests are undergoing significant transformations due to the influence of climate change, including varying responses of different tree species to increasing temperature and drought severity. To comprehensively understand the full range of growth responses, representative datasets spanning extensive site and climatic gradients are essential. This study utilizes tree-ring data from 550 sites from the temperate forests of Czechia to assess growth trends of six dominant Central European tree species (European beech; Norway spruce; Scots pine; silver fir; sessile and pedunculate oak) over 1990–2014. By modeling mean growth series for each species and site, and employing principal component analysis, we identified the predominant growth trends. Over the study period, linear growth trends were evident across most sites (56% increasing; 32% decreasing; and 10% neutral). The proportion of sites with stationary positive trends increased from low toward high elevations, whereas the opposite was true for the stationary negative trends. Notably, within the middle range of their distribution (between 500 and 700 m a.s.l.), Norway spruce and European beech exhibited a mix of positive and negative growth trends. While Scots pine growth trends showed no clear elevation-based pattern, silver fir and oaks displayed consistent positive growth trends regardless of site elevation, indicating resilience to the ongoing warming. We demonstrate divergent growth trajectories across space and among species. These findings are particularly important as recent warming has triggered a gradual shift in the elevation range of optimal growth conditions for most tree species and has also led to a decoupling of growth trends between lowlands and mountain areas. As a result, further future shifts in the elevation range and changes in species diversity of European temperate forests can be expected. © 2024 John Wiley & Sons Ltd.},

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@article{2-s2.0-85182560169,

title = {The effect of ingested copper on the structural and cytotoxic properties of Steatoda grossa (Theridiidae) spider silk},

author = { G. Wilczek and K. Surmiak–Stalmach and M. Morenc and A. Niemiec–Cyganek and M. Rost–Roszkowska and J. Karcz and M. Skowronek},

url = {https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-85182560169&doi=10.1016%2fj.zool.2024.126143&partnerID=40&md5=56fbbe699b16881cdb703d96ed091f6d},

doi = {10.1016/j.zool.2024.126143},

issn = {09442006},

year  = {2024},

date = {2024-01-01},

journal = {Zoology},

volume = {162},

publisher = {Elsevier GmbH},

abstract = {Spiders, assigned to macroconcentrators of heavy metals, are particularly threatened by the toxic effects of these chemicals. Until now, it has not been specified to what extent metals alter the processes proceeding in silk glands and if such changes could consequently influence the chemical and structural properties of the spun web threads. In the present study selected biological properties of Steatoda grossa (Theridiidae) silk yarn after nutritional exposure to copper at sublethal doses (0.234 mM CuSO4) were assessed. It was determined both changes in ultrastructure of ampullate glands and hunting web's architecture as well the cytotoxic effect in model cells (fibroblasts: line ATCC® CCL–1 NCTC clone 929), that were in contact with the analyzed biomaterial. The exposure of spiders to copper caused the occurrence of apoptotic cells in the ampullate glands as well as a significant reduction in the diameter of single fibers in double and multiple connection complexes as compared with control. At both 24 and 72 h of incubation, intensification of apoptotic and necrotic processes was observed in the fibroblast cultures that were remaining in indirect contact with the webs produced by copper–contaminated individuals. In the case of fibroblasts in direct contact with silk from the copper group, a clear cytotoxic effect resulting in an increased frequency of necrosis was observed after 72 h of incubation. The results indicated that copper may change the biological properties of spider silk and compromise its biomaterial properties. © 2024 Elsevier GmbH},

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@article{2-s2.0-85182728897,

title = {Phyllite/bentonite mixture-an alternative effective buffer material for a geological disposal of radioactive waste},

author = { J. Kyzioł-Komosińska and J. Janeczek and A. Dzieniszewska and M.J. Fabiańska and A. Matuszewska and E. Teper and E. Szram and T. Krzykawski and M. Pająk and J. Czupioł},

url = {https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-85182728897&doi=10.1007%2fs11356-023-31102-6&partnerID=40&md5=170ca50532c1099a2d251dd0307aca0c},

doi = {10.1007/s11356-023-31102-6},

issn = {16147499},

year  = {2024},

date = {2024-01-01},

journal = {Environmental science and pollution research international},

volume = {31},

number = {2},

pages = {2419-2436},

abstract = {The use of phyllite (Phy) instead of quartz in mixtures with bentonite (B) is recommended as a buffer material for engineering barriers in a geological repository of nuclear waste. The recommendation is based on experimentally determined sorption properties of various Phy/B mixtures. The adsorption capacity of Phy/B mixtures (Phy/B: 75/25; 50/50; and 25/75), the removal efficacy of Eu(III) ions (an analog for fissiongenic lanthanides and actinides), and the rate of their binding reaction were studied using the batch adsorption equilibrium and kinetic experiments at different Eu(III) initial concentrations, solution pH, and solution to adsorbent (L/S) ratio. The adsorption capacity of the Phy/B mixtures increased with the increased bentonite content in the mixture depending on the L/S ratio and solution pH. The highest increase in the adsorption capacity of the Phy/B mixtures compared to phyllite was observed for the Phy/B proportions of 25/75 and 50/50. The rate of the Eu(III) adsorption was the best fitted by the pseudo-second-order kinetic model indicating that the adsorption rate was controlled by chemisorption. The Sips model provided the best correlation of the adsorption experimental data, indicative of more than one adsorption site. The results of this study show the advantage of the Phy/B mixtures in immobilizing Eu and certain fission products by combining adsorption properties of the materials. © 2023. The Author(s).},

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@article{2-s2.0-85183132386,

title = {Groundwater Quality Assessment in the Area of the Zinc Smelter in Miasteczko Śląskie (Poland) Using Selected Metal Indices},

author = { A.J. Witkowski and D. Dąbrowska and J. Wróbel},

url = {https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-85183132386&doi=10.3390%2fw16020279&partnerID=40&md5=45dbd047a1b654756c62d0d85c793231},

doi = {10.3390/w16020279},

issn = {20734441},

year  = {2024},

date = {2024-01-01},

journal = {Water (Switzerland)},

volume = {16},

number = {2},

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

abstract = {Groundwater quality assessment in the region of potential pollution sources can be performed through the use of index-based methods. The aim of this paper was to present the results of the groundwater quality assessment in the region of the zinc smelter in Miasteczko Śląskie (southern Poland) for the Quaternary aquifer based on monitoring data from 2000, 2011, and 2022. The following parameters were used in the analysis: Pb, Cd, Ni, Cu, Fe, Mn, and Zn. Three indices were calculated, i.e., the landfill water pollution index (LWPI), heavy metal pollution index (HPI), and metal index (MI). The values of the indicators suggest that in the described study area, there are waters that are under the strong influence of the zinc smelter infrastructure and landfills. The highest values obtained are about 17 for LWPI, about 66 for HPI, and about 133 for MI. These values indicate significant anthropogenic pollution of the groundwater of the Quaternary aquifer in the study area. Taking into account the values obtained for all three indices, it can be concluded that the HPI indicator is the least reliable due to the need to select two limit values (background and ideal content in waters for each of the parameters), which would suggest that in some cases, waters are not very contaminated. The other two indices show similarities (mainly in their spatial distribution), and only the choice of parameters determines which of the indices should be used. A comparison of the results of local groundwater quality monitoring with the results of the calculated indices indicate that the values of the calculated MI indices are closest to the actual water quality status. © 2024 by the authors.},

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@article{2-s2.0-85183187336,

title = {Groundwater Chemical Status Assessment in the Area of the Waste Landfill in Chorzów—Southern Poland},

author = { M. Lalik and D. Dąbrowska},

url = {https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-85183187336&doi=10.3390%2fsu16020763&partnerID=40&md5=7636470130590698ba5ced4e1a05c788},

doi = {10.3390/su16020763},

issn = {20711050},

year  = {2024},

date = {2024-01-01},

journal = {Sustainability (Switzerland)},

volume = {16},

number = {2},

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

abstract = {In this study, the spatiotemporal variation of water pollution near a municipal solid waste landfill in Chorzow (southern Poland) was investigated. For this purpose, analyses of electrolytic conductivity, sulfates, chlorides, nitrates, ammonium ion, and boron were performed. The landfill water pollution index (LWPI) and Nemerow Pollution Index (NPI) were calculated on the basis of groundwater monitoring results for the study area. The results indicated very high pollution in each piezometer. The value of the LWPI index for the piezometer located at the groundwater outflow from the landfill exceeded 320, and values exceeding five indicate a high risk to groundwater. In the case of the NPI index, the value reached nearly 44, which also indicates a high risk. The structure of both indices allows for the assessment of the level of threat to groundwater in areas of pollution sources. However, the NPI index highlights the contribution of parameters other than main ions to total water pollution. The use of indexes in assessing the quality of groundwater around pollution hotspots is very helpful in waste management, as it allows for determining the degree of threat to water, and thus can help in implementing additional preventive solutions. © 2024 by the authors.},

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@article{2-s2.0-85183197407,

title = {Spatiotemporal Changes in and Driving Factors of Potential Evapotranspiration in a Hyper-Arid Locale in the Hami Region, China},

author = { Yu. Lu and L. Sun and Ch. Li and J. He and Z. Guo and Li. Duan and Ji. Zhang and E.B. Łupikasza and I. Malik and M. Wistuba and Ya. Yu},

url = {https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-85183197407&doi=10.3390%2fatmos15010136&partnerID=40&md5=ecb53d3e83ab408b66a789f561e3264b},

doi = {10.3390/atmos15010136},

issn = {20734433},

year  = {2024},

date = {2024-01-01},

journal = {Atmosphere},

volume = {15},

number = {1},

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

abstract = {Potential evapotranspiration (PET) is a crucial variable for implementing adaptation measures to mitigate the potential impacts of climate change on water resources. In the context of global warming, PET is essential for predicting water resource supply and demand, guiding irrigation and water management decisions. However, there is limited understanding of the spatiotemporal changes in PET and its driving factors in the hyper-arid regions of Northwest China. In this study, the Hargreaves model was employed to estimate PET in the Hami region from 1991 to 2020. By combining relevant climate data and partial correlation analysis, we investigated the spatiotemporal distribution patterns of PET within the study area and analyzed the factors influencing these patterns. The results showed the following: (1) From 1991 to 2020, the overall PET in the Hami region demonstrated a tendency to rise. The interannual trend rates of PET for the full year, spring, summer, autumn, and winter were 0.933, 2.744, 0.906, 0.488, and −0.406 mm·a-1, respectively. Despite a decreasing trend in winter PET, the other seasonal PET values and the annual PET values exhibited an increasing trend. (2) The spatial distribution of both annual and seasonal PET showed significant regional heterogeneity, following a consistent pattern marked by lower values in the central part and higher values in the surrounding areas. The southern region tended to have relatively high PET, while the northwestern region experienced comparatively low PET. (3) Partial correlation analysis indicated significant differences in the impact of various climatic factors on PET. The maximum temperature emerged as the dominant factor influencing annual PET variation, while precipitation played a leading role in influencing autumn PET variation. This study underscores the influence of climate change on PET in the Hami region, contributing to an enhanced comprehension of PET variations. © 2024 by the authors.},

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@article{2-s2.0-85183326600,

title = {Sustainable Monitoring of Mining Activities: Decision-Making Model Using Spectral Indexes},

author = { K. Michalowska and T. Pirowski and E. Głowienka and B. Szypuła and E.S. Malinverni},

url = {https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-85183326600&doi=10.3390%2frs16020388&partnerID=40&md5=0df8a8adadf39c6ead40c77fe16a4a85},

doi = {10.3390/rs16020388},

issn = {20724292},

year  = {2024},

date = {2024-01-01},

journal = {Remote Sensing},

volume = {16},

number = {2},

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

abstract = {In response to the escalating demand for mineral resources and the imperative for sustainable management of natural assets, the development of effective methods for monitoring mining excavations is essential. This study presents an innovative decision-making model that employs a suite of spectral indices for the sustainable monitoring of mining activities. The integration of the Combinational Build-up Index (CBI) with additional spectral indices such as BRBA and BAEI, alongside multitemporal analysis, enhances the detection and differentiation of mining areas, ensuring greater stability and reliability of results, particularly when applied to single datasets from the Sentinel-2 satellite. The research indicates that the average accuracy of excavation detection (overall accuracy; OA) for all test fields and data is approximately 72–74%, varying with the method employed. Utilizing a single CBI index often results in a significant overestimation of producer’s accuracy (PA) over user’s accuracy (UA), by about 10–14%. Conversely, the introduction of a set of three complementary indices achieves a balance between PA and UA, with discrepancies of approximately 1–3%, and narrows the range of result variations across different datasets. Furthermore, the study underscores the limitations of employing average threshold values for excavation monitoring and suggests the adoption of dedicated monthly thresholds to diminish accuracy variability. These findings could have considerable implications for the advancement of autonomous and largely automated systems for the surveillance of illegal mining excavations, providing a predictable and reliable methodology for remote sensing applications in environmental monitoring. © 2024 by the authors.},

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@article{2-s2.0-85183326897,

title = {Short-Term Observations of Rainfall Chemistry Composition in Bellsund (SW Spitsbergen, Svalbard)},

author = { S. Lehmann-Konera and M. Ruman and M. Frankowski and Ł. Małarzewski and K. Raczyński and F. Pawlak and J. Jóźwik and J. Potapowicz and Ż. Polkowska},

url = {https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-85183326897&doi=10.3390%2fw16020299&partnerID=40&md5=c604bc738c97b56ec1c857c187739d21},

doi = {10.3390/w16020299},

issn = {20734441},

year  = {2024},

date = {2024-01-01},

journal = {Water (Switzerland)},

volume = {16},

number = {2},

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

abstract = {Global warming results in increasingly widespread wildfires, mostly in Siberia, but also in North America and Europe, which are responsible for the uncontrollable emission of pollutants, also to the High Arctic region. This study examines 11 samples of rainfall collected in August in a coastal area of southern Bellsund (Svalbard; Norway). It covers detailed analysis of major ions (i.e.; Cl−; NO3−; and SO42−) and elements (i.e.; Cu; Fe; Mn; Pb; and Zn) to Hybrid Single-Particle Langrarian Integrated Trajectory(HYSPLIT) backward air mass trajectories. The research of wildfires, volcanic activities, and dust storms in the Northern Hemisphere has permitted the assessment of their relations to the fluctuations and origins of elements. We distinguished at least 2 days (27 and 28 August) with evident influence of volcanic activity in the Aleutian and Kuril–Kamchatka trenches. Volcanic activity was also observed in the case of the Siberian wildfires, as confirmed by air mass trajectories. Based on the presence of non-sea K (nsK), non-sea sulphates (nss), and Ca (the soil factor of burned areas), the continuous influence of wildfires on rainfall chemistry was also found. Moreover, dust storms in Eurasia were mainly responsible for the transport of Zn, Pb, and Cd to Svalbard. Global warming may lead to the increased deposition of mixed-origin pollutants in the summer season in the Arctic. © 2024 by the authors.},

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@article{2-s2.0-85183424176,

title = {Does Selection for Longevity in Acheta domesticus Involve Sirtuin Activity Modulation and Differential Response to Activators (Resveratrol and Nanodiamonds)?},

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

url = {https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-85183424176&doi=10.3390%2fijms25021329&partnerID=40&md5=1c2a1a8663d243d4f29ace7d245bfacf},

doi = {10.3390/ijms25021329},

issn = {16616596},

year  = {2024},

date = {2024-01-01},

journal = {International Journal of Molecular Sciences},

volume = {25},

number = {2},

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

abstract = {Sirtuins, often called “longevity enzymes”, are pivotal in genome protection and DNA repair processes, offering insights into aging and longevity. This study delves into the potential impact of resveratrol (RV) and nanodiamonds (NDs) on sirtuin activity, focusing on two strains of house crickets (Acheta domesticus): the wild-type and long-lived strains. The general sirtuin activity was measured using colorimetric assays, while fluorescence assays assessed SIRT1 activity. Additionally, a DNA damage test and a Kaplan–Meier survival analysis were carried out. Experimental groups were fed diets containing either NDs or RV. Notably, the long-lived strain exhibited significantly higher sirtuin activity compared to the wild-type strain. Interestingly, this heightened sirtuin activity persisted even after exposure to RVs and NDs. These findings indicate that RV and NDs can potentially enhance sirtuin activity in house crickets, with a notable impact on the long-lived strain. This research sheds light on the intriguing potential of RV and NDs as sirtuin activators in house crickets. It might be a milestone for future investigations into sirtuin activity and its potential implications for longevity within the same species, laying the groundwork for broader applications in aging and lifespan extension research. © 2024 by the authors.},

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@article{2-s2.0-85183448913,

title = {Drought and aridity trends on the Algerian steppe},

author = { M. Oubadi and M. Faci and Q.B. Pham},

url = {https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-85183448913&doi=10.1007%2fs00704-024-04865-2&partnerID=40&md5=40a74321913cbb88df2f5c006814c25d},

doi = {10.1007/s00704-024-04865-2},

issn = {0177798X},

year  = {2024},

date = {2024-01-01},

journal = {Theoretical and Applied Climatology},

publisher = {Springer},

abstract = {Arid regions are characterized by the fragility of their ecosystems, which are very vulnerable to climate change. The increase in aridity in these regions makes them more exposed to drought with serious consequences. This contribution analyzes the trend of aridity and drought in the Algerian steppes, during the period 1951–2022. Robust statistical tests (Mann–Kendall and Sen) and the Reconnaissance Drought Index (RDI) are used. Monthly rainfall data and monthly average temperature as well as potential evapotranspiration (PET) data from the Climatic Research Unit (CRU), characterized by a spatial resolution of 0.5°, were used. The results showed an increase in annual aridity, which led to an expansion of drylands. The change was characterized by the transition of 9.20% of the steppe surface from the semi-arid class to the arid class. At the same time, the entire subhumid class (1.67%) made the transition to the semi-arid class. On the other hand, a significant tendency towards drought over most of the steppe territory (81%) was recorded. The analysis of the results revealed the influence of precipitations and air temperatures in this enlargement. These changes have contributed to the degradation of the environment and natural resources and to an ecological and socio-economic imbalance. © 2024, The Author(s), under exclusive licence to Springer-Verlag GmbH Austria, part of Springer Nature.},

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@article{2-s2.0-85183482053,

title = {The depressed river mussel Pseudanodonta complanata as an occasional host for the European bitterling Rhodeus amarus},

author = { D. Halabowski and M. Reichard and K. Pyrzanowski and G. Zięba and J. Grabowska and C. Smith and M. Przybylski},

url = {https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-85183482053&doi=10.1051%2fkmae%2f2023025&partnerID=40&md5=9387f369eeec7343438de590eb5b66bb},

doi = {10.1051/kmae/2023025},

issn = {19619502},

year  = {2024},

date = {2024-01-01},

journal = {Knowledge and Management of Aquatic Ecosystems},

number = {425},

publisher = {EDP Sciences},

abstract = {This study explores the utilisation of European freshwater mussels as hosts by the European bitterling (Rhodeus amarus) at their current sympatric occurrence range. Our study confirms Pseudanodonta complanata as a suitable, occasional host for bitterling. The spawning relationship of R. amarus with freshwater mussels has physiological costs for the hosts, leading to resource competition and potential negative effects on host fertility. Further research is needed to assess the dynamics of host-parasite interactions, mussel adaptations to prevent parasitism, and the consequences of the bitterling recent and possible future expansion in Europe for mussel populations. © D. Halabowski et al., Published by EDP Sciences 2024.},

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@article{2-s2.0-85183484928,

title = {Distribution of the invasive polychaete Hypania invalida (Grube, 1860) against the background of the benthic fauna in the upper Oder River catchment (Poland)},

author = { M. Krodkiewska and K.D. Cebulska and Ł. Gajda and P. Świątek},

url = {https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-85183484928&doi=10.1051%2fkmae%2f2023026&partnerID=40&md5=5575cc9be1d44c40d1ec833c9b578e54},

doi = {10.1051/kmae/2023026},

issn = {19619502},

year  = {2024},

date = {2024-01-01},

journal = {Knowledge and Management of Aquatic Ecosystems},

number = {425},

publisher = {EDP Sciences},

abstract = {Biological invasions are one of the greatest threats to biodiversity, economic development, and human health. Therefore an important challenge is to understand the mechanisms and factors that facilitate the spread of invasive species. The Ponto-Caspian polychaete Hypania invalida is one of the invaders that have been colonizing the river systems in Europe since the 1950s. The research aim was to map the distribution of H. invalida in the upper Oder and associated aquatic environments, to assess the contribution of H. invalida to the benthic fauna, to identify environmental factors linked to the occurrence of H. invalida, and to provide genetic markers that can be used to identify H. invalida and monitor its dispersal. H. invalida was found at two sites in the canalized section of the upper Oder and one site at the initial section of the Gliwice Canal. It was found at low abundance and coexisted with other alien macroinvertebrates. H. invalida was not recorded in any smaller river, whether natural, semi-natural, or anthropogenically modified. Apart from the watercourse width, no significant relationships between this polychaete and habitat drivers were found. Genetic analysis showed that the amplified cytochrome c oxidase subunit I and 18S gene fragments showed no sequence variation across all analyzed specimens. Further research is needed to follow the spread of H. invalida in the upper Oder River catchment, as at high densities it can adversely affect inhabited ecosystems. © M. Krodkiewska et al., Published by EDP Sciences 2024.},

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@article{2-s2.0-85183593781,

title = {Do Cuticular Gaps Make It Possible to Study the Composition of the Cell Walls in the Glands of Drosophyllum lusitanicum?},

author = { B.J. Płachno and M. Kapusta and P. Stolarczyk and P. Świątek},

url = {https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-85183593781&doi=10.3390%2fijms25021320&partnerID=40&md5=9506de24cef46e27c09816a6c50d8b6d},

doi = {10.3390/ijms25021320},

issn = {16616596},

year  = {2024},

date = {2024-01-01},

journal = {International Journal of Molecular Sciences},

volume = {25},

number = {2},

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

abstract = {Carnivorous plants can survive in poor habitats because they have the ability to attract, capture, and digest prey and absorb animal nutrients using modified organs that are equipped with glands. These glands have terminal cells with permeable cuticles. Cuticular discontinuities allow both secretion and endocytosis. In Drosophyllum lusitanicum, these emergences have glandular cells with cuticular discontinuities in the form of cuticular gaps. In this study, we determined whether these specific cuticular discontinuities were permeable enough to antibodies to show the occurrence of the cell wall polymers in the glands. Scanning transmission electron microscopy was used to show the structure of the cuticle. Fluorescence microscopy revealed the localization of the carbohydrate epitopes that are associated with the major cell wall polysaccharides and glycoproteins. We showed that Drosophyllum leaf epidermal cells have a continuous and well-developed cuticle, which helps the plant inhibit water loss and live in a dry environment. The cuticular gaps only partially allow us to study the composition of cell walls in the glands of Drosophyllum. We recoded arabinogalactan proteins, some homogalacturonans, and hemicelluloses. However, antibody penetration was only limited to the cell wall surface. The localization of the wall components in the cell wall ingrowths was missing. The use of enzymatic digestion improves the labeling of hemicelluloses in Drosophyllum glands. © 2024 by the authors.},

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@article{2-s2.0-85183611674,

title = {Application of machine learning-based surrogate models for urban flood depth modeling in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam [Formula presented]},

author = { T.Q. Dang and B.H. Tran and Q.N. Le and T.D. Dang and A.H. Tanim and Q.B. Pham and V.H. Bui and P. Scussolini and P. Thanh and D. Tran Anh},

url = {https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-85183611674&doi=10.1016%2fj.asoc.2023.111031&partnerID=40&md5=eec47dd2b3aa4b509491f6209a446388},

doi = {10.1016/j.asoc.2023.111031},

issn = {15684946},

year  = {2024},

date = {2024-01-01},

journal = {Applied Soft Computing},

volume = {150},

publisher = {Elsevier Ltd},

abstract = {Rapid flood prediction in coastal urban areas is an important but challenging task. However, multi-driver floods in coastal areas and their non-linearity in physical processes are hard to represent in physics-based numerical models (PBNMs). In this study, we investigated the performance of surrogate machine learning (ML) models and their flood prediction capability. Initially, we utilize the MIKE+ coupled 1D–2D model to simulate coastal urban flooding in one of the severely flood-affected areas of Ho Chi Minh City (HCMC), Vietnam. Then, nine ML models, including AdaBoost (AB), Decision Tree (DT), Gaussian Process (GP), k-Nearest Neighbors (KNN), Linear Discriminant Analysis (LDA), Naive Bayes (NB), Neural Network (NN), Random Forest (RF), and Support Vector Machine (SVM) are employed to surrogate the PBNM flood prediction performance and engaged to predict flood depths of the study area domain. 806 simulation scenarios of MIKE+ modeling having a spatial grid of 1107 ×1513, grid size = 2 m, extracting 270,000 inundation points to generate input data for nine ML models are used to simulate surface flood depths for the study area. Results show three ML models, GP, RF, and NN, outperform the remaining models, with R2 value of 0.997, 0.996, and 0.995, respectively. Thus, applying ML models can significantly reduce the simulation time by a PBNM, improve accuracy, and potentially be adopted for real-time forecasting and emergency management. © 2023 Elsevier B.V.},

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@article{2-s2.0-85183762030,

title = {Heflikite, ideally Ca2(Al2Sc)(Si2O7)(SiO4)O(OH), the first scandium epidote-supergroup mineral from Jordanów Śląski, Lower Silesia (Poland) and from Heftetjern, Tørdal (Norway)},

author = { A. Pieczka and R. Kristiansen and M. Stachowicz and M. Dumańska-Słowik and B. Gołębiowska and M.P. Sek and K. Nejbert and J. Kotowski and B. Marciniak-Maliszewska and A. Szuszkiewicz and E. Szełęg and K.W. Woźniak},

url = {https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-85183762030&doi=10.1180%2fmgm.2023.98&partnerID=40&md5=afe46eaff642067c9d8c968de139faaf},

doi = {10.1180/mgm.2023.98},

issn = {0026461X},

year  = {2024},

date = {2024-01-01},

journal = {Mineralogical Magazine},

publisher = {Cambridge University Press},

abstract = {Heflikite, the first Sc-dominant epidote-supergroup mineral, was discovered in two occurrences. The holotype was found in a granitic pegmatite associated with rodingite-like calc-silicate rocks and metasomatised granitic bodies exposed in a serpentinite quarry at Jordanów Slaski near Sobótka, Lower Silesia, SW Poland. The cotype comes from the Heftetjern pegmatite, Tørdal region, Norway. The holotype is composed of (in wt.%): 35.69 SiO2, 0.22 TiO2, 21.98 Al2O3, 6.12 Sc2O3, 0.07 V2O3, 1.10 Fe2O3, 0.11 Y2O3, 1.55 La2O3, 4.05 Ce2O3, 0.31 Pr2O3, 1.53 Nd2O3, 0.40 Sm2O3, 0.11 EuO, 0.56 Gd2O3, 0.14 MnO, 3.56 FeO, 0.16 MgO, 19.16 CaO, and 1.78 H2O(+)calc.; total 98.60. The cotype contains: 34.92 SiO2, 0.44 TiO2, 0.82 SnO2, 19.13 Al2O3, 4.79 Sc2O3, 1.96 Fe2O3, 2.55 La2O3, 7.39 Ce2O3, 0.48 Pr2O3, 0.67 Nd2O3, 0.12 Eu2O3, 0.61 Gd2O3, 0.13 MnO, 5.97 FeO, 17.66 CaO, and 1.73 H2O(+)calc.; total 99.37. The compositions correspond to the following empirical formulae: (Ca1.729Ce0.125La0.048Nd0.046Gd0.016Sm0.012Pr0.010Y0.005Eu2+0.003)S1.994 [(Al2.182Sc0.449Fe3+0.070V3+0.005)S2.706 (Fe2+0.251Mg0.020Mn0.010)S0.281 Ti0.014]S3.001 (Si3.006O11)O(OH) and (Ca1.644Ce0.235La0.082Nd0.021Gd0.018Pr0.015Eu2+0.004)S1.019 [(Al1.958Sc0.362Fe3+0.128)S2.448 (Fe2+0.434Mn0.009)S0.443 (Ti0.029Sn0.029)S 0.058]S2.949 (Si3.033O11)O(OH), respectively, and to the ideal formula Ca2(Al2Sc)(Si2O7)(SiO4)O(OH). The crystal structure of the holotype was refined in the monoclinic system with an R1 index of 8.62 %. The crystal-structure refinement indicates exclusively Si occupied T sites, Al occupied M1 and M2 sites, and Ca occupied A1 site. The M3 site is predominantly filled by trivalent cations, mainly Sc3+, with divalent cations (mainly Fe2+) as minor occupants. The A2 site is filled mostly by Ca with minor amounts of REE. The holotype heflikite crystallised from metasomatic fluids that infiltrated acontact between the granitic pegmatite and the surrounding rodingite-type calc-silicate rocks and serpentinites. The fluids that introduced Sc into the pegmatite could have been either hydrothermal or related to low-grade regional metamorphism that postdated the formation of the pegmatite. The cotype heflikite formed during the late-stage hydrothermal crystallisation of the Sc-enriched granitic pegmatite. © 2024 Cambridge University Press. All rights reserved.},

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@article{2-s2.0-85183913569,

title = {Spatial variability of the hydrochemistry of shallow groundwaters and surface waters of the Rensdyrbekken: A case study of a permafrost catchment in Bellsund (SW Spitsbergen, Svalbard)},

author = { S. Lehmann-Konera and P. Zagórski and K. Nowiński and K. Raczyński and M. Frankowski and Ł. Franczak and M. Dobek and D. Szumińska and M. Ruman and R.Z. Al Bakain and Ż. Polkowska},

url = {https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-85183913569&doi=10.1002%2fldr.5028&partnerID=40&md5=fb1e6c06aabfbfed448b1f120fa59098},

doi = {10.1002/ldr.5028},

issn = {10853278},

year  = {2024},

date = {2024-01-01},

journal = {Land Degradation and Development},

publisher = {John Wiley and Sons Ltd},

abstract = {Progressive climate change may have unpredictable consequences for the Arctic environment. Permafrost catchments off the west coast of Svalbard, described as “thin” and “warm,” are particularly sensitive to climate change. The interdisciplinary research on the hydrochemical response of surface and underground water functioning within a small permafrost catchment area focused on the determination of the impact of meteorological conditions (temperature (T); precipitation (P)) on the mean daily discharge (Q), and the lowering of the groundwater table (H). We determined physical and chemical properties (pH and SEC) and concentrations of major elements (Ca; Mg; Na; K) and 23 trace elements (i.a. Cd; Cu; Hg; Pb; Zn) in 280 water samples. The results of the correlation matrix showed that an increase in the average air temperature in the summer of 2021 had a significant impact on the hydrochemistry of both types of waters operating in the catchment. In response to increase in T, the lowering of the H (0.52 < r < 0.66) and a decrease in Q (−0.66 < r < −0.68) were observed what in consequence also leads to changes in water chemistry. The principal component analysis (CA) indicates that chemical weathering and binding of elements to DOC are processes influencing water chemistry. Results of statistical analysis showed that the resultant of the hydrometeorological conditions that prevailed in that season and the type of geological formations on which they were located had a significant impact on the water chemistry at individual measurement points. Significant differences in the concentrations of elements between points on the same geological formations were also found. © 2024 John Wiley & Sons Ltd.},

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@article{2-s2.0-85184401396,

title = {Dammed context: Community perspectives on ecosystem service changes following Poland's first dam removal},

author = { M. Habel and K. Mechkin and I. Wagner and Z.J. Grabowski and Z. Kaczkowski and D. Absalon and D. Szatten and M. Matysik and S. Pytel and T.E. Jurczak and K. Obolewski},

url = {https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-85184401396&doi=10.1002%2fldr.5053&partnerID=40&md5=9c798886725445ff0a85e1ae54ee7d09},

doi = {10.1002/ldr.5053},

issn = {10853278},

year  = {2024},

date = {2024-01-01},

journal = {Land Degradation and Development},

publisher = {John Wiley and Sons Ltd},

abstract = {Decisions to build or remove dams and other large engineered hydraulic infrastructures are always entangled in social and environmental impacts, which are often evaluated formally through bureaucratic processes. In Europe dam removals are relatively infrequent, even though extensive hydraulic infrastructure has degraded biodiversity and water quality. The Wilkówka dam in southern Poland was required to be removed rapidly, primarily due to engineering failures during its construction. Using survey methods, we examine the local community's perceptions of the net environmental and social impacts of the Wilkówka dam removal. In surveying the opinions of households, 62% of respondents expressed that decisions about the removal were taken without sufficient community consultation, and 92% felt that the dam had been removed despite their opposition. Although the dam had been built recently and had failed to operate at design capacity, respondents reported strong attachments to the services they perceived it to provide, including water supply, flood regulation and cultural significance. In spite of the possibility of an environmental disaster and long-term environmental degradation, most surveyed households would have preferred it to have been renovated or reconstructed. In short, the removal of the Wilkówka dam was perceived by local households but also by local officials as bringing about a net loss in socially relevant ecosystem services, despite the urgent need for removal perceived by regional and national authorities. The local community's rapid attachment to the dam despite its potential negative impacts on biodiversity and the local environment were primarily attributable to the high expectations as to the hydrological services that the dam was to provide (water supply; flood regulation and its larger symbolic value as an infrastructural investment in the community). This work provides an empirical demonstration of the importance of understanding the social, ecological and technological context within decision-making processes regarding dam removals, and its implications may improve the planning and implementation of future dam removal projects. © 2024 The Authors. Land Degradation & Development published by John Wiley & Sons Ltd.},

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@article{2-s2.0-85184448307,

title = {Functional diversity of microbial communities in herbaceous vegetation patches in coal mine heaps},

author = { M. Malicka and W.M. Bierza and M. Szalbot and A. Kompała-Bąba and A. Błońska and F. Magurno and Z. Piotrowska-Seget and G. Woźniak},

url = {https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-85184448307&doi=10.1002%2fldr.5055&partnerID=40&md5=514fdcf0817d751b97b60e09a6312d13},

doi = {10.1002/ldr.5055},

issn = {10853278},

year  = {2024},

date = {2024-01-01},

journal = {Land Degradation and Development},

publisher = {John Wiley and Sons Ltd},

abstract = {Coal mine heaps represent unique novel environments, suitable for studying plant succession and its influence on the activity of microbes inhabiting the rhizosphere. Our aim was to verify if the functional diversity and catabolic activity of soil microorganisms would increase along with the plant succession from non-vegetated and forbs-dominated to grass-dominated communities. The study was conducted on coal mine heaps located in Upper Silesia (Southern Poland), focusing on non-vegetated patches, patches dominated by forbs–Tussilago farfara and Daucus carota (in the early stages of succession), and by grasses–Poa compressa and Calamagrostis epigejos (in later stages of primary succession). The catabolic activity and functional diversity of soil microbial communities were analyzed based on community-level physiological profiles using BIOLOG EcoPlatesTM and the activity of dehydrogenase, alkaline phosphatase, acid phosphatase, and urease. Our results showed that spontaneous vegetation on coal mine heaps strongly affects the physicochemistry of the substrate and the functional diversity of soil microbial communities. Grasses' rhizosphere was hosting more active and functional diversified microbial communities, while non-vegetated and T. farfara-vegetated patches were accompanied by a reduced development of soil microbiota. Furthermore, grasses were mainly associated with a substantial delivery of plant litter to the substrate, providing a source of carbon for microorganisms. © 2024 John Wiley & Sons Ltd.},

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@article{2-s2.0-85184696427,

title = {Toxic effects of nickel on tolerance and regeneration in the freshwater shrimp Neocaridina davidi},

author = { A. Ostróżka and Ł. Chajec and G. Wilczek and S. Student and K. Kocot and J. Homa and M.M. Rost-Roszkowska},

url = {https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-85184696427&doi=10.1080%2f24750263.2024.2310041&partnerID=40&md5=65d4437a7e8c700b222268bf3d805f30},

doi = {10.1080/24750263.2024.2310041},

issn = {24750263},

year  = {2024},

date = {2024-01-01},

journal = {European Zoological Journal},

volume = {91},

number = {1},

pages = {180-205},

publisher = {Taylor and Francis Ltd.},

abstract = {Heavy metals cause environmental pollution and produce toxic effects on organisms. Nickel (Ni) is a common metallic pollutant of aquatic ecosystems and potentially can produce multifarious changes in the body of aquatic organisms. The average nickel content in rivers is about 0.7 μg/l. As a result, the homeostasis of the affected organism is disturbed, and processes that can counteract the changes are activated. To better understand the effects of Ni in the freshwater environment and its fauna, it is important to establish whether all changes caused in cells and tissues by Ni exposure are reversible when the animal returns to the non-polluted environment. Thus, the main aim of the study was to analyze changes that occur after Ni exposure and after it is returned to non-contaminated water at various levels of the animal’s body. The freshwater shrimp Neocaridina davidi (Crustacea) was selected as the subject of the study. As the organ for studies, we chose the midgut because it is a barrier against stressors that enter the organism. A concentration of 3.63 mg Ni/l was selected for the experiment, at which approximately 50% mortality of the population was observed after 14 days. The midgut was analyzed using light and transmission electron microscopy (TEM), confocal microscopy, and flow cytometry for qualitative and quantitative results. When the organisms were transferred to clean water, a prolong exposure resulted in a decrease in the values of the analyzed parameters (e.g. ROS; cell death; etc.) proportional to the purification time. The recovery time was insufficient to return to control values in most analyzed groups. Nevertheless, the occurrence of regenerative changes suggests that freshwater shrimps are relatively tolerant to nickel, when the exposure time is short and the recovery time is long. © 2024 The Author(s). Published by Informa UK Limited, trading as Taylor & Francis Group.},

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@article{2-s2.0-85184730898,

title = {Consumption of polypropylene caused some ultrastructural and physiological changes in some tissues of Galleria mellonella (Lepidoptera: Pyralidae) larvae},

author = { M.M. Rost-Roszkowska and P. Mermer and Ł. Chajec and A. Sosinka and G. Wilczek and S. Student and A.K. Wrońska and O. Karnówka},

url = {https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-85184730898&doi=10.1080%2f24750263.2024.2308529&partnerID=40&md5=bf8c4c030f37d08c900af092c647bfff},

doi = {10.1080/24750263.2024.2308529},

issn = {24750263},

year  = {2024},

date = {2024-01-01},

journal = {European Zoological Journal},

volume = {91},

number = {1},

pages = {213-234},

publisher = {Taylor and Francis Ltd.},

abstract = {G. mellonella is a promising species for use in the biodegradation of plastics. It is easy to breed and has high resistance to diverse climatic conditions, which is particularly valuable when considering its potential application in the decomposition of plastics. Thus, it demonstrated the capacity for biodegradation of the most common types of plastics, such as polyethylene (PE) and polypropylene (PP). However, reports on whether consumed plastics or their decomposition products will adversely affect the structure and functioning of the internal organs are rather poor. The studies aimed to determine whether the consumption of PP by a greater wax moth larvae caused any ultrastructural changes in the organs of the animal’s body, evaluate the survival rate of the animals, and describe their reproduction. Thus, this study provided an understanding of histological and ultrastructural changes caused, or not caused, by the PP diet. We investigated three organs–midgut, silk gland, and fat body–under PP consumption by G. mellonella caterpillars (7th instar larvae). The level of reactive oxygen species (ROS) in selected organs, as well as the ability of larvae to survive and undergo metamorphosis were also examined. The animals were divided into four groups: G0-C, G0-S, G0-24, and G0-48. The research used transmission electron microscopy (TEM), confocal microscopy, and flow cytometry. Our study showed that a diet containing PP did not affect internal organs at the ultrastructural level. Cells in the analyzed organs–midgut, silk gland, and fat body–showed no degenerative changes. An increase in the intensity of autophagy and cell vacuolization was noted, but they probably act as a survival pathway. These observations suggest that the final larval stage of the greater wax moth can potentially be applied in PP biodegradation. © 2024 The Author(s). Published by Informa UK Limited, trading as Taylor & Francis Group.},

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@article{2-s2.0-85184858330,

title = {Daily suspended sediment yield estimation using soft-computing algorithms for hilly watersheds in a data-scarce situation: a case study of Bino watershed, Uttarakhand},

author = { P.S. Tulla and P.G.S. Kumar and D.K. Vishwakarma and Ro. Kumar and A. Kuriqi and N.L. Kushwaha and J. Rajput and A. Srivastava and Q.B. Pham and K.C. Panda and O. Kisi},

url = {https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-85184858330&doi=10.1007%2fs00704-024-04862-5&partnerID=40&md5=cdef8fa7bdb542004666eba2e870955b},

doi = {10.1007/s00704-024-04862-5},

issn = {0177798X},

year  = {2024},

date = {2024-01-01},

journal = {Theoretical and Applied Climatology},

publisher = {Springer},

abstract = {Water erosion creates adverse impacts on agricultural production, infrastructure, and water quality across the world, especially in hilly areas. Regional-scale water erosion assessment is essential, but existing models could have been more efficient in predicting the suspended sediment load. Further, data scarcity is a common problem in predicting sediment load. Thus, the current study aimed at modeling the suspended sediment yield of a hilly watershed (i.e.; Bino watershed; Uttarakhand-India) using machine learning (ML) algorithms for a data-scarce situation. For this purpose, the ML models, viz., adaptive neuro-fuzzy inference system (ANFIS) and fuzzy logic (FL) were developed using data from ten years (2000–2009) only. Further, runoff and suspended sediment concentration (SSC) were obtained as the primary influencing factors. Varying combinations of lagged SSC and runoff data were considered as model inputs. The ANFIS and FL models were compared with the conventional multiple linear regression (MLR) model. Results indicated that the ANFIS model performed better than the FL and MLR models. Thus, it was concluded that the ANFIS model could be used as a benchmark for sediment yield prediction in hilly terrain in data-scarce situations. The research work would help field investigators in selecting the proper tool for estimating suspended sediment yield/load and policymakers to make appropriate decisions to reduce the devastating impact of soil erosion in hilly terrains. © The Author(s), under exclusive licence to Springer-Verlag GmbH Austria, part of Springer Nature 2024.},

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@article{2-s2.0-85185333966,

title = {Taking sides? Aspect has limited influence on soil environment or litter decomposition in pan-European study of roadside verges},

author = { A. Amstutz and L.B. Firth and J.I. Spicer and P. De Frenne and L. Gómez-Aparicio and B.J. Graae and S. Kuś and S. Lindmo and A. Orczewska and F. Rodríguez-Sánchez and P. Vangansbeke and T. Vanneste and M.E. Hanley},

url = {https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-85185333966&doi=10.1016%2fj.pedobi.2023.150927&partnerID=40&md5=36f80a09f9b239c635d5649f2e4aaaf4},

doi = {10.1016/j.pedobi.2023.150927},

issn = {00314056},

year  = {2024},

date = {2024-01-01},

journal = {Pedobiologia},

volume = {102},

publisher = {Elsevier GmbH},

abstract = {In addition to well-known effects on species ecophysiology, phenology, and distributions, climate change is widely predicted to impact essential ecosystem services such as decomposition and nutrient cycling. While temperature and soil moisture are thought to influence litter decomposition, elucidating consistent soil process responses to observed or predicted shifts in climate have proven difficult to evidence. Here we investigated how aspect (i.e.; north-south orientation), a natural model for variation in soil temperature, influenced soil physico-chemical conditions and decomposition of two standardised litter types (Green tea and Rooibos teabags) in Pole-facing (PF) and Equator-facing (EF) roadside verges spanning a 3000 km and 27° latitudinal gradient across Europe. Despite average daily temperatures being 1.5 - 3.0 °C warmer on EF than PF slopes, there were only minor region-specific differences in initial soil physico-chemical conditions and short-term variation in litter decomposition (i.e.; litter mass loss was higher in EF-verges for the first month of deployment only) associated with aspect. We conclude that previously observed differences in soil environments and the decomposition process associated with slope orientation, is largely litter or environment specific, although medium-term soil-decomposition in semi-natural grassland ecosystems may also be insensitive to the magnitude of temperature variation within the range predicted by the IPCC SSP1–2.6 emissions scenario. Nonetheless, consistent average and extreme temperature differences between adjacent PF- and EF-aspects along roadside verges provides a model system to explore exactly how resilient the soil environment and the micro-organisms responsible for decomposition, are to temperature variation. © 2024 The Authors},

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@article{2-s2.0-85185904667,

title = {Three new species of arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi (Glomeromycota) and Acaulospora gedanensis revised},

author = { P. Niezgoda and J. Błaszkowski and T. Błaszkowski and A. Stanisławczyk and S. Zubek and P. Milczarski and R. Malinowski and E. Meller and M. Malicka and B.T. Goto and S. Uszok and L. Casieri and F. Magurno},

url = {https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-85185904667&doi=10.3389%2ffmicb.2024.1320014&partnerID=40&md5=6f56626479d009c6aa5dd4d924600fed},

doi = {10.3389/fmicb.2024.1320014},

issn = {1664302X},

year  = {2024},

date = {2024-01-01},

journal = {Frontiers in Microbiology},

volume = {15},

publisher = {Frontiers Media SA},

abstract = {Studies of the morphology and the 45S nuc rDNA phylogeny of three potentially undescribed arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi (phylum Glomeromycota) grown in cultures showed that one of these fungi is a new species of the genus Diversispora in the family Diversisporaceae; the other two fungi are new Scutellospora species in Scutellosporaceae. Diversispora vistulana sp. nov. came from maritime sand dunes of the Vistula Spit in northern Poland, and S. graeca sp. nov. and S. intraundulata sp. nov. originally inhabited the Mediterranean dunes of the Peloponnese Peninsula, Greece. In addition, the morphological description of spores of Acaulospora gedanensis, originally described in 1988, was emended based on newly found specimens, and the so far unknown phylogeny of this species was determined. The phylogenetic analyses of 45S sequences placed this species among Acaulospora species with atypical phenotypic and histochemical features of components of the two inner germinal walls. Copyright © 2024 Niezgoda, Błaszkowski, Błaszkowski, Stanisławczyk, Zubek, Milczarski, Malinowski, Meller, Malicka, Goto, Uszok, Casieri and Magurno.},

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@article{2-s2.0-85185921143,

title = {A diffusible small-RNA-based Turing system dynamically coordinates organ polarity},

author = { E. Scacchi and G. Paszkiewicz and K. Thi Nguyen and S. Meda and A. Burian and W. de Back and M.C.P. Timmermans},

url = {https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-85185921143&doi=10.1038%2fs41477-024-01634-x&partnerID=40&md5=b3a4d30b97634e8eb13c0be9bfa70cf7},

doi = {10.1038/s41477-024-01634-x},

issn = {20550278},

year  = {2024},

date = {2024-01-01},

journal = {Nature Plants},

publisher = {Nature Research},

abstract = {The formation of a flat and thin leaf presents a developmentally challenging problem, requiring intricate regulation of adaxial–abaxial (top–bottom) polarity. The patterning principles controlling the spatial arrangement of these domains during organ growth have remained unclear. Here we show that this regulation in Arabidopsis thaliana is achieved by an organ-autonomous Turing reaction‐diffusion system centred on mobile small RNAs. The data illustrate how Turing dynamics transiently instructed by prepatterned information is sufficient to self‐sustain properly oriented polarity in a dynamic, growing organ, presenting intriguing parallels to left–right patterning in the vertebrate embryo. Computational modelling demonstrates that this self-organizing system continuously adapts to coordinate the robust planar polarity of a flat leaf while affording flexibility to generate the tissue patterns of evolutionarily diverse organ shapes. Our findings identify a small-RNA-based Turing network as a dynamic regulator of organ polarity that accounts for leaf shape diversity at the level of the individual organ, plant or species. © The Author(s), under exclusive licence to Springer Nature Limited 2024.},

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@article{2-s2.0-85185972036,

title = {Nutrient-demanding and thermophilous plants dominate urban forest-edge vegetation across temperate Europe},

author = { K. De Pauw and L. Depauw and K. Calders and S.A.O. Cousins and G. Decocq and E. de Lombaerde and M. Diekmann and D.J. Frey and J. Lenoir and C. Meeussen and A. Orczewska and J. Plue and F. Spicher and F. Zellweger and P. Vangansbeke and K. Verheyen and P. De Frenne},

url = {https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-85185972036&doi=10.1111%2fjvs.13236&partnerID=40&md5=5482be6de043347b72fda97155349a17},

doi = {10.1111/jvs.13236},

issn = {11009233},

year  = {2024},

date = {2024-01-01},

journal = {Journal of Vegetation Science},

volume = {35},

number = {1},

publisher = {John Wiley and Sons Inc},

abstract = {Questions: Forests are highly fragmented across the globe. For urban forests in particular, fragmentation increases the exposure to local warming caused by the urban heat island (UHI) effect. We here aim to quantify edge effects on herbaceous understorey vegetation in urban forests, and test whether these effects interact with forest structural complexity. Location: We set up a pan-European study at the continental scale including six urban forests in Zurich, Paris, Katowice, Brussels, Bremen, and Stockholm. Methods: We recorded understorey plant communities from the edge towards the interior of urban forests. Within each urban forest, we studied edge-to-interior gradients in paired stands with differing forest structural complexity. Community composition was analysed based on species specialism, life form, light, nutrient, acidity and disturbance indicator values and species' thermal niches. Results: We found that herbaceous communities at urban forest edges supported more generalists and forbs but fewer ferns than in forests' interiors. A buffered summer microclimate proved crucial for the presence of fern species. The edge communities contained more thermophilous, disturbance-tolerant, nutrient-demanding and basiphilous plant species, a pattern strongly confirmed by corresponding edge-to-interior gradients in microclimate, soil and light conditions in the understorey. Additionally, plots with a lower canopy cover and higher light availability supported higher numbers of both generalists and forest specialists. Even though no significant interactions were found between the edge distance and forest structural complexity, opposing additive effects indicated that a dense canopy can be used to buffer negative edge effects. Conclusion: The urban environment poses a multifaceted filter on understorey plant communities which contributes to significant differences in community composition between urban forest edges and interiors. For urban biodiversity conservation and the buffering of edge effects, it will be key to maintain dense canopies near urban forest edges. © 2024 International Association for Vegetation Science.},

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@article{2-s2.0-85186231347,

title = {Trade-offs in biodiversity and ecosystem services between edges and interiors in European forests},

author = { T. Vanneste and L. Depauw and E. de Lombaerde and C. Meeussen and S. Govaert and K. De Pauw and P. Sanczuk and K. Bollmann and J. Brunet and K. Calders and S.A.O. Cousins and M. Diekmann and C. Gasperini and B.J. Graae and P.O. Hedwall and G. Iacopetti and J. Lenoir and S. Lindmo and A. Orczewska and Q. Ponette and J. Plue and F. Selvi and F. Spicher and H. Verbeeck and F. Zellweger and K. Verheyen and P. Vangansbeke and P. De Frenne},

url = {https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-85186231347&doi=10.1038%2fs41559-024-02335-6&partnerID=40&md5=0179506b6877b7f477f3b477e1aeba76},

doi = {10.1038/s41559-024-02335-6},

issn = {2397334X},

year  = {2024},

date = {2024-01-01},

journal = {Nature Ecology and Evolution},

publisher = {Nature Research},

abstract = {Forest biodiversity and ecosystem services are hitherto predominantly quantified in forest interiors, well away from edges. However, these edges also represent a substantial proportion of the global forest cover. Here we quantified plant biodiversity and ecosystem service indicators in 225 plots along forest edge-to-interior transects across Europe. We found strong trade-offs: phylogenetic diversity (evolutionary measure of biodiversity), proportion of forest specialists, decomposition and heatwave buffering increased towards the interior, whereas species richness, nectar production potential, stemwood biomass and tree regeneration decreased. These trade-offs were mainly driven by edge-to-interior structural differences. As fragmentation continues, recognizing the role of forest edges is crucial for integrating biodiversity and ecosystem service considerations into sustainable forest management and policy. © The Author(s), under exclusive licence to Springer Nature Limited 2024.},

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@article{2-s2.0-85181728634,

title = {Self-stabilization of Zn, Pb, Cd, and As in smelter-impacted organic-rich soil: The effect of hydrous Fe oxides and ZnCd sulfide coprecipitation},

author = { B. Smieja-Król and B. Fiałkiewicz-Kozieł and M. Kądziołka-Gaweł and J. Kubacki and A. Prokopowicz and A. Smieja and M. Siepak},

url = {https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-85181728634&doi=10.1016%2fj.chemgeo.2023.121833&partnerID=40&md5=6c3080773f6ee33106846545775491ec},

doi = {10.1016/j.chemgeo.2023.121833},

issn = {00092541},

year  = {2024},

date = {2024-01-01},

journal = {Chemical Geology},

volume = {643},

publisher = {Elsevier B.V.},

abstract = {Soil constitutes a direct sink for elements mobilized due to mining and smelting activities. One of the desired pathways for reducing the bioavailability and toxicity of the contaminants is their transformation into sparingly soluble solid phases. Here, we report the formation of secondary mineral phases in extremely contaminated (up to 210 g Zn kg−1;102 g Pb kg−1; 5.7 g Cd kg−1; and 6.4 g As kg−1; respectively) organic-rich soil. Combining mineralogical techniques (SEM; XRD), a nonspecific sequential extraction (CISED) with Mössbauer and X-ray photoelectron (XPS) spectroscopies evidenced two poorly crystalline goethite components differing in crystallite size and As, Zn, Pb, Ca, Al, P substitutions and minor magnetite associated with plant roots (mainly Deschampsia caespitosa; Equisetum palustre; and Carex rostrate) directly below a layer of smelter-derived particles deposited into the soil. SEM was the only method that unambiguously documented the occurrence of ZnCd sulfide microsize aggregates incrusting plant roots and located in between the (hydrous) Fe oxides. Sequential extraction confirmed a complete As immobilization by goethite, while Cd forms a solid solution with ZnS and is lacking in the Fe hydroxides. The partitioning of Zn and Pb between the goethite and sulfide phases depends on soil water saturation. It is proposed that the coexistence of hydrous Fe oxides and nonferrous metal sulfides in the soil subsurface is possible because of redox heterogeneity of the rhizosphere and the decoupling of sulfur and iron cycles. Low mobility of biogenic sulfide ions and the protecting role of organic matter limits goethite sulfidation. The system remains active, adapting to the seasonally changeable plant roots ecology and fluctuations in water saturation. The obtained results are of value in remediation and managing strategies for contaminated soils and in reconstructing processes related to the formation and/or transformation of low-temperature sulfide deposits. © 2023 Elsevier B.V.},

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@article{2-s2.0-85184045990,

title = {Multi-criteria assessment of factors affecting the reduction of retention capacity of dam reservoirs},

author = { Ł. Pieron and D. Absalon and M. Matysik},

url = {https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-85184045990&doi=10.1525%2felementa.2023.00069&partnerID=40&md5=c630bf08fe768c98aa183f41beb2f02f},

doi = {10.1525/elementa.2023.00069},

issn = {23251026},

year  = {2024},

date = {2024-01-01},

journal = {Elementa},

volume = {12},

number = {1},

publisher = {University of California Press},

abstract = {Maintaining the appropriate capacity of a retention reservoir is necessary for the optimal performance of the functions for which it was built, including flood and drought protection. Therefore, to properly manage individual reservoirs and sediments within their catchments, it is necessary to analyze the factors affecting the reduction of the retention capacity of reservoirs. Our study proposes a methodology for conducting a multi-criteria assessment of anthropogenic pressures and natural impacts affecting the reduction of reservoir capacity, such as land use, hydrographic network density, hydraulic development, and land slopes. For this purpose, geospatial analyses were applied to a grid of basic fields (hexagons). The research procedure showed that land slopes in the catchment area are the key factor determining the supply of sediment to the reservoir. Our study focused on the basins of reservoirs located in the southern part of Poland: Goczałkowice on the Vistula, Rozn _ ów on the Dunajec, and Tresna on the Soła. However, our proposed new approach to multi-criteria assessment of reservoirs can be applied to and implemented in other catchments. The application of solutions based on our study may contribute to maintaining or potentially increasing the level of water retention in reservoirs and their catchment areas. Copyright: © 2024 The Author(s).},

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@article{2-s2.0-85179130577,

title = {Towards understanding climate change: Impact of land use indices and drainage on land surface temperature for valley drainage and non-drainage areas},

author = { S.A. Abu El-Magd and A.M. Masoud and H.S. Hassan and N.M. Nguyen and Q.B. Pham and N.H. Haneklaus and M.W. Hlawitschka and A. Maged},

url = {https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-85179130577&doi=10.1016%2fj.jenvman.2023.119636&partnerID=40&md5=034a2c4374bb9fadb2be88bb853a6057},

doi = {10.1016/j.jenvman.2023.119636},

issn = {03014797},

year  = {2024},

date = {2024-01-01},

journal = {Journal of Environmental Management},

volume = {350},

publisher = {Academic Press},

abstract = {The continuous increase of urbanization and industrialization brought various climatic changes, leading to global warming. The unavailability of meteorological data makes remotely sensed data important for understanding climate change. Therefore, the land surface temperature (LST) is critical in understanding global climate changes and related hydrological processes. The main objective of this work is to explore the dominant drivers of land use and hydrologic indices for LST in drainage and non-drainage areas. Specifically, the relationship between LST changes, land use, and hydrologic indices in Northeast Qena, Egypt, was investigated. The Landsat 5 and 8 imagery, Geographic Information System (GIS), and R-package were applied to identify the change detection during 2000–2021. The normalized difference between vegetation index (NDVI), bare soil index (BSI), normalized difference built-up, built-up index (BUI), modified normalized difference water index (MNDWI), and soil-adjusted vegetation index (SAVI) were employed. The non-drainage or mountain areas were found to be more susceptible to high LST values. The comprehensive analysis and assessment of the spatiotemporal changes of LST indicated that land use and hydrologic indices were driving factors for LST changes. Considerably, LST retrieved from the Landsat imaginary showed significant variation between the maximum LST during 2000 (44.82°C) and 2021 (50.74°C). However, NDBI has got less spread during the past (2000) with 10–13%. A high negative correlation was observed between the LST and NDVI, while the SAVI and LST positively correlated. The results of this study provide relevant information for environmental planning to local management authorities. © 2023 Elsevier Ltd},

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@article{2-s2.0-85181777064,

title = {Naproxen as environmental pollution, its effect on bacteria metabolism and degradation mechanism in immobilized Planococcus sp. S5},

author = { A. Dzionek and D. Wojcieszyńska and A. Marchlewicz and W. Smułek and I.W. Potocka and Ł. Jałowiecki and J. Borgulat and G.A. Płaza and U. Guzik},

url = {https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-85181777064&doi=10.1016%2fj.cej.2023.148174&partnerID=40&md5=899216654a60c6867293bebad6864093},

doi = {10.1016/j.cej.2023.148174},

issn = {13858947},

year  = {2024},

date = {2024-01-01},

journal = {Chemical Engineering Journal},

volume = {481},

publisher = {Elsevier B.V.},

abstract = {Planococcus sp. S5 belongs to strains that degrade naproxen, one of the most popular non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs. In the presented work, the immobilization of the S5 strain was carried out on the Loofah plant sponge, which improved the degradation efficiency, and kinetic studies indicated the abolition of the inhibition by the substrate observed in the free cell system. At the same time, after immobilization, evident changes were observed in the metabolic profile of the strain, which was related to the specific microenvironment of the carrier. The study also presents the naproxen degradation pathway in a system with the immobilized S5 strain for the first time. The analysis of intermediates formed during the decomposition of naproxen indicated that this decomposition occurs through naphthalene and salicylic acid. Furthermore, the degradation of naproxen via 3-hydroxybenzoic acid to gentisic acid is also possible. The high efficiency of naproxen degradation by the immobilised S5 strain enables its use in bioremediation. © 2023 Elsevier B.V.},

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@article{2-s2.0-85185689642,

title = {Multifaceted Assessment of Porous Silica Nanocomposites: Unraveling Physical, Structural, and Biological Transformations Induced by Microwave Field Modification},

author = { A. Strach and M. Dulski and D. Wasilkowski and K. Matus and K. Dudek and J. Podwórny and P. Rawicka and V. Grebņevs and N. Waloszczyk and A. Nowak and P. Poloczek and S. Golba},

url = {https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-85185689642&doi=10.3390%2fnano14040337&partnerID=40&md5=a78a3ae8adcd364073d866b2c597305e},

doi = {10.3390/nano14040337},

issn = {20794991},

year  = {2024},

date = {2024-01-01},

journal = {Nanomaterials},

volume = {14},

number = {4},

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

abstract = {In response to the persistent challenge of heavy and noble metal environmental contamination, our research explores a new idea to capture silver through porous spherical silica nanostructures. The aim was realized using microwave radiation at varying power (P = 150 or 800 W) and exposure times (t = 60 or 150 s). It led to the development of a silica surface with enhanced metal-capture capacity. The microwave-assisted silica surface modification influences the notable changes within the carrier but also enforces the crystallization process of silver nanoparticles with different morphology, structure, and chemical composition. Microwave treatment can also stimulate the formation of core–shell bioactive Ag/Ag2CO3 heterojunctions. Due to the silver nanoparticles’ sphericity and silver carbonate’s presence, the modified nanocomposites exhibited heightened toxicity against common microorganisms, such as E. coli and S. epidermidis. Toxicological assessments, including minimum inhibitory concentration (MIC) and half-maximal inhibitory concentration (IC50) determinations, underscored the efficacy of the nanocomposites. This research represents a significant stride in addressing pollution challenges. It shows the potential of microwave-modified silicas in the fight against environmental contamination. Microwave engineering underscores a sophisticated approach to pollution remediation and emphasizes the pivotal role of nanotechnology in shaping sustainable solutions for environmental stewardship. © 2024 by the authors.},

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@article{2-s2.0-85185955844,

title = {Concentration- and Time-Dependent Dietary Exposure to Graphene Oxide and Silver Nanoparticles: Effects on Food Consumption and Assimilation, Digestive Enzyme Activities, and Body Mass in Acheta domesticus},

author = { R. Seyed Alian and B. Flasz and A. Kędziorski and Ł. Majchrzycki and M. Augustyniak},

url = {https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-85185955844&doi=10.3390%2finsects15020089&partnerID=40&md5=5297f84c7a1e136e6fa7655512ea890c},

doi = {10.3390/insects15020089},

issn = {20754450},

year  = {2024},

date = {2024-01-01},

journal = {Insects},

volume = {15},

number = {2},

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

abstract = {The advancement of nanotechnology poses a real risk of insect exposure to nanoparticles (NPs) that can enter the digestive system through contaminated food or nanopesticides. This study examines whether the exposure of model insect species—Acheta domesticus—to increasing graphene oxide (GO) and silver nanoparticle (AgNP) concentrations (2; 20; and 200 ppm and 4; 40; and 400 ppm; respectively) could change its digestive functions: enzymes’ activities, food consumption, and assimilation. We noticed more pronounced alterations following exposure to AgNPs than to GO. They included increased activity of α-amylase, α-glucosidase, and lipase but inhibited protease activity. Prolonged exposure to higher concentrations of AgNPs resulted in a significantly decreased food consumption and changed assimilation compared with the control in adult crickets. A increase in body weight was observed in the insects from the Ag4 group and a decrease in body weight or no effects were observed in crickets from the Ag40 and Ag400 groups (i.e.; 4; 40; or 400 ppm of AgNPs; respectively), suggesting that even a moderate disturbance in nutrient and energy availability may affect the body weight of an organism and its overall condition. This study underscores the intricate interplay between NPs and digestive enzymes, emphasizing the need for further investigation to comprehend the underlying mechanisms and consequences of these interactions. © 2024 by the authors.},

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@article{2-s2.0-85184514939,

title = {The gain-of-function mutation blf13 in the barley orthologue of the rice growth regulator NARROW LEAF1 is associated with increased leaf width},

author = { M. Jöst and O. Soltani and C.D. Kappel and A. Janiak and B. Chmielewska and M.E. Szurman-Zubrzycka and S.M. McKim and M. Lenhard},

url = {https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-85184514939&doi=10.1093%2fjxb%2ferad403&partnerID=40&md5=73b5c97b4125650f5df4755fd740378f},

doi = {10.1093/jxb/erad403},

issn = {00220957},

year  = {2024},

date = {2024-01-01},

journal = {Journal of Experimental Botany},

volume = {75},

number = {3},

pages = {850-867},

publisher = {Oxford University Press},

abstract = {Canopy architecture in cereals plays an important role in determining yield. Leaf width represents one key aspect of this canopy architecture. However, our understanding of leaf width control in cereals remains incomplete. Classical mutagenesis studies in barely identified multiple morphological mutants, including those with differing leaf widths. Of these, we characterized the broad leaf13 (blf13) mutant in detail. Mutant plants form wider leaves due to increased post-initiation growth and cell proliferation. The mutant phenotype perfectly co-segregated with a missense mutation in the HvHNT1 gene which affected a highly conserved region of the encoded protein, orthologous to the rice NARROW LEAF1 (NAL1) protein. Causality of this mutation for the blf13 phenotype is further supported by correlative transcriptomic analyses and protein-protein interaction studies showing that the mutant HvNHT1 protein interacts more strongly with a known interactor than wild-type HvHNT1. The mutant HvHNT1 protein also showed stronger homodimerization compared with wild-type HvHNT1, and homology modelling suggested an additional interaction site between HvHNT1 monomers due to the blf13 mutation. Thus, the blf13 mutation parallels known gain-of-function NAL1 alleles in rice that increase leaf width and grain yield, suggesting that the blf13 mutation may have a similar agronomic potential in barley. © 2023 The Author(s). Published by Oxford University Press on behalf of the Society for Experimental Biology. All rights reserved.},

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@article{2-s2.0-85184547904,

title = {Zeocin-induced DNA damage response in barley and its dependence on ATR},

author = { J. Vladejić and M. Kovacik and J. Zwyrtková and M.E. Szurman-Zubrzycka and J. Doležel and A. Pečinka},

url = {https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-85184547904&doi=10.1038%2fs41598-024-53264-0&partnerID=40&md5=1d96748cae0722de3f59e88c8719e789},

doi = {10.1038/s41598-024-53264-0},

issn = {20452322},

year  = {2024},

date = {2024-01-01},

journal = {Scientific reports},

volume = {14},

number = {1},

pages = {3119-},

abstract = {DNA damage response (DDR) is an essential mechanism by which living organisms maintain their genomic stability. In plants, DDR is important also for normal growth and yield. Here, we explored the DDR of a temperate model crop barley (Hordeum vulgare) at the phenotypic, physiological, and transcriptomic levels. By a series of in vitro DNA damage assays using the DNA strand break (DNA-SB) inducing agent zeocin, we showed reduced root growth and expansion of the differentiated zone to the root tip. Genome-wide transcriptional profiling of barley wild-type and plants mutated in DDR signaling kinase ATAXIA TELANGIECTASIA MUTATED AND RAD3-RELATED (hvatr.g) revealed zeocin-dependent, ATR-dependent, and zeocin-dependent/ATR-independent transcriptional responses. Transcriptional changes were scored also using the newly developed catalog of 421 barley DDR genes with the phylogenetically-resolved relationships of barley SUPRESSOR OF GAMMA 1 (SOG1) and SOG1-LIKE (SGL) genes. Zeocin caused up-regulation of specific DDR factors and down-regulation of cell cycle and histone genes, mostly in an ATR-independent manner. The ATR dependency was obvious for some factors associated with DDR during DNA replication and for many genes without an obvious connection to DDR. This provided molecular insight into the response to DNA-SB induction in the large and complex barley genome. © 2024. The Author(s).},

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@article{2-s2.0-85184518909,

title = {Global nutritional challenges and opportunities: Buckwheat, a potential bridge between nutrient deficiency and food security},

author = { R. Jha and K. Zhang and Y. He and N. Mendler-Drienyovszki and K. Magyar-Tábori and M. Quinet and M. Germ and I. Kreft and V. Meglič and K. Ikeda and M.A. Chapman and D. Janovská and G. Podolska and S. Woo and S. Bruno and M.I. Georgiev and N.K. Chrungoo and A. Betekhtin and M. Zhou},

url = {https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-85184518909&doi=10.1016%2fj.tifs.2024.104365&partnerID=40&md5=2ae7d835cc9ab7f94d8e4da24b0bb173},

doi = {10.1016/j.tifs.2024.104365},

issn = {09242244},

year  = {2024},

date = {2024-01-01},

journal = {Trends in Food Science and Technology},

volume = {145},

publisher = {Elsevier Ltd},

abstract = {Background: The ability to ensure nutritional and food security is seriously threatened by the ever-growing global population. Overreliance on a few staple food crops such as wheat, rice and maize will no longer be able to satisfy the rising demand for future food. Even with increasing agricultural production, over 820 million people are still facing food insecurity and at least 2 billion are facing nutrition insecurity. Therefore, it is imperative to focus on finding simple and sustainable solution to the present threat of global food insecurity. Besides staple food crops, harnessing nutrient-dense, climate-resilient, and locally available crops for production, marketing and consumption as “Smart Foods” for the future is needed. Buckwheat is a potential smart food because of its stress resistance and nutritional properties as well as strong antioxidant activity due to presence of flavonoids. Scope and approach: This paper comprises a comprehensive review of the scientific literature on the valorization of buckwheat crops in terms of germplasm resources, breeding and genetic improvements for yield, bioactive compounds, biological activities and its potential application in food and pharmaceutical industries. Key findings and conclusions: Identification of elite cultivars and exploitation of buckwheat derived gluten-free bakery and non-bakery food stuffs and beverages such as tea, beer and wine should be explored for human consumption. Abundance of bioactive compounds results in high anti-oxidant, anti-microbial, anti-glycemic, anti-cancer properties and other health-promoting activities highlighting buckwheat's potential application as nutraceuticals and pharmaceuticals. © 2024 Elsevier Ltd},

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@article{2-s2.0-85184750118,

title = {Proton-polarized states in DNA},

author = { M.A. Pietruszka and M. Marzec},

url = {https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-85184750118&doi=10.1016%2fj.biosystems.2024.105125&partnerID=40&md5=81a9bceaf6e4ca6743ada0e70392fa58},

doi = {10.1016/j.biosystems.2024.105125},

issn = {03032647},

year  = {2024},

date = {2024-01-01},

journal = {BioSystems},

volume = {237},

publisher = {Elsevier Ireland Ltd},

abstract = {We observed signatures of a phase transition in the double-stranded DNA fragment of known length and sequences using a non-invasive semiconductor-electrolyte interface technique and statistical physics methods. Observations revealed a coherence peak in the electromotive force and a significant decline in calculated dynamic entropy at a critical temperature and pH. This behavior may arise from the dynamic interaction of proton (H+) pairs with opposite momentum and spin, carrying a charge q=2+ under critical conditions. © 2024},

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@article{2-s2.0-85184913863,

title = {Decomposition of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs by activated sludge supported by biopreparation in sequencing batch reactor},

author = { A. Dzionek and A. Nowak and D. Wojcieszyńska and I.W. Potocka and W. Smułek and U. Guzik},

url = {https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-85184913863&doi=10.1016%2fj.biortech.2024.130328&partnerID=40&md5=39d790eda0f9fbd9643a4146cbc5c18d},

doi = {10.1016/j.biortech.2024.130328},

issn = {09608524},

year  = {2024},

date = {2024-01-01},

journal = {Bioresource Technology},

volume = {395},

publisher = {Elsevier Ltd},

abstract = {The presence of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs in wastewater from sewage treatment plants indicates that they are not completely biodegradable. The designed biopreparation based on immobilized bacteria enables the degradation of paracetamol, ibuprofen, naproxen and diclofenac at a rate of 0.50 mg/L*day, 0.14 mg/L*day, 0.16 mg/L*day and 0.04 mg/L*day, respectively. Lower degradation of drugs in the mixture than in monosubstrate systems indicates their additive, antagonistic effect, limiting the degradative capacity of microorganisms. The biopreparation is stable for at least 6 weeks in bioreactor conditions. Biochemical parameters of activated sludge functioning showed increased oxygen demand, which was related to increased ammonia concentration caused by long-term exposure of activated sludge to drugs. Reduced metabolic activity was also observed. The preparation enables decomposing drugs and their metabolites, restoring the activated sludge's functionality. The tested biopreparation can support activated sludge in sewage treatment plants in degrading non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs and phenolic compounds. © 2024 Elsevier Ltd},

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@article{2-s2.0-85182885497,

title = {The effects of geomorphology, soil and climate on the trajectory of aboveground biomass accumulation of beech (Fagus sylvatica L.) at the southern range margin},

author = { F. Latterini and Ł. Pawlik and W. Stefanoni and M.K. Dyderski},

url = {https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-85182885497&doi=10.1016%2fj.catena.2023.107787&partnerID=40&md5=eda10f11ac02945fb0ec44d74abd00b5},

doi = {10.1016/j.catena.2023.107787},

issn = {03418162},

year  = {2024},

date = {2024-01-01},

journal = {Catena},

volume = {237},

publisher = {Elsevier B.V.},

abstract = {Forest ecosystems are among the most important carbon sinks in the terrestrial biomes. Therefore, the estimation of aboveground biomass accumulation is of fundamental importance for understanding the contribution of forest stands to the global carbon budget. In this study, we proposed a modelling approach to estimate aboveground biomass of beech forests in the Central Apennine based on stand age, climatic variables, topographic features and soil parameters. Using forest inventory data from the local forest management plans, international databases, and mixed-effect linear model, we identified stand age as a major driver of beech forests aboveground biomass. Climatic variables had generally higher influence than soil and topographic features, probably as a consequence of the homogeneous calcareous substrate which favoured the development of soils which are highly suitable for the growth of beech. Temperature range and seasonality were the most important climatic variables. Interestingly, we found that the aboveground biomass in Apennine beech forests is strongly site-specific. Different management approaches during the past centuries, i.e. presence or absence of conversion interventions of the analysed stands, are probably responsible for the growing site's significant influence. By highlighting the ideal locations for allocating the functions of forest production or evaluating the value of ecosystem services that regulate the climate, this study will help to improve both the precision of carbon budget modelling and decision-making in nature conservation and forest management. © 2023 Elsevier B.V.},

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@article{2-s2.0-85186077884,

title = {The hidden impact of an invasive predator: Chronic stress in common frog tadpoles},

author = { M. Vodrážková and I. Šetlíková and J. Navrátil and P. Vodrážka and M. Moos and M. Berec},

url = {https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-85186077884&doi=10.1016%2fj.gecco.2024.e02835&partnerID=40&md5=3d8eb01dba0489ff3c927b133bd0ff3d},

doi = {10.1016/j.gecco.2024.e02835},

issn = {23519894},

year  = {2024},

date = {2024-01-01},

journal = {Global Ecology and Conservation},

volume = {50},

publisher = {Elsevier B.V.},

abstract = {The presence of non-native predators can induce chronic stress in native species, but the physiological responses of potential prey are not well understood. We investigated the effects of the presence of a non-native predator, the red-eared slider (Trachemys scripta elegans), on common frog (Rana temporaria) tadpoles. We measured the stress hormone corticosterone (CORT) in tadpoles under two predator treatments: permanent presence and short-term presence before metamorphosis. Tadpoles without predators served as controls. The presence of a slider significantly influenced the CORT levels in tadpoles. A slider's permanent and short-term presence led to lower CORT levels compared to the control group. In addition, tadpoles from the treatment with permanent slider presence metamorphosed smaller and in shorter time.These findings suggest that tadpoles experienced chronic stress in the presence of the predator, resulting in a downregulation of the hypothalamic[sbnd]pituitary–nterrenal axis. Our study highlights the importance of considering the indirect effects of non-native predators on prey species, as chronic stress can have long-term effects on population dynamics and fitness. Understanding stress responses in native species can aid in effective conservation management strategies for non-native predator control. © 2024 The Authors},

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@article{2-s2.0-85186078471,

title = {Mid-Miocene onset of the NE Bohemian Massif (SW Poland, Europe) growth, landscape evolution, and paleoenvironmental changes unraveled using paleokarst sediment palynology},

author = { A. Sobczyk and E. Worobiec and M. Olkowicz and J. Szczygieł},

url = {https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-85186078471&doi=10.1016%2fj.palaeo.2024.112107&partnerID=40&md5=90b11fd5e4694a21fbd24549a48054ae},

doi = {10.1016/j.palaeo.2024.112107},

issn = {00310182},

year  = {2024},

date = {2024-01-01},

journal = {Palaeogeography, Palaeoclimatology, Palaeoecology},

volume = {640},

publisher = {Elsevier B.V.},

abstract = {Newly discovered paleokarst sediments with an abundant Miocene palynological record in the Eastern Sudetes bridge the gap in reconstructing the landscape and tectonic history of the NE Bohemian Massif during the Neogene. Palynological analysis performed for seven samples derived from the karst fissure allowed the examination of the sporomorph distribution (pollen grains and spores of plants) and nonpollen palynomorph content (algal and fungal microremains) in each layer. The results revealed the presence of numerous pre-Quaternary taxa, including “paleotropical” species, within the analyzed sediments. The pollen analysis results indicate a warm-temperate and humid climate during sedimentation of the Nowy Waliszów karst infill, along with the development of wetland vegetation (swamp forests; riparian forests; and shrub bogs) and mesophytic forests. Recorded taxa are typical for flat and hilly landscapes, predating growth of the present >1000-m relief mountainous topography and formation of the primary European triple drainage divide in the Śnieżnik Massif area. Paleokarst palynology strongly supports a mid-Miocene (∼15 ± 1.5 Ma) onset of environmental change in the Sudetes due to accelerated tectonic uplift of the Eastern Boundary Fault bounding the Upper Nysa Kłodzka Graben and Orlica–Śnieżnik Dome tectonic block. The data presented enhance our understanding of the pre-Pleistocene development of the NE Bohemian Massif, with a particular focus on the orogen-scale landscape evolution from flat, inland wetlands to hilly, mountainous topography. © 2023},

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