Unveiling the hidden allies of industrial chicory—a metagenomic exploration of rhizosphere microbiota and their impact on productivity and plant health by Lalie Leclercq, Lalie Leclercq, Sony Debarre, Emily Lloret, Bernard Taminiau, Georges Daube, Caroline Rambaud, Caroline Rambaud, Djamel Drider, Ali Siah, Bruno Desprez, Bruno Desprez, Jean-Louis Hilbert, Jean-Louis Hilbert, Anca Lucau-Danila, Anca Lucau-Danila

“…Using soil analyses and metagenomic approaches, we characterized the diversity of bacterial and fungal communities in the soil microbiome associated with chicory plants and discussed their functional traits.ResultsWe observed significant taxonomic variability, influenced by soil composition and cultivation history across each plot. …”
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Elucidating metabolites and biosynthetic pathways during musk maturation: insights from forest musk deer by Hang Jie, Hang Jie, Feng Li, Qian Liu, Tingting Zheng, Helin Tan, Xiaolan Feng, Guijun Zhao, Dejun Zeng, Diyan Li, Zhongxian Xu, Tao Wang

“…Limited evidence on its function and pathways is available from databases due to the complexity, variability, and derivativity of chemical composition.ResultsIn this study, musk samples from three different stages during maturation: the end of June (group A), August (group B), and October (group C) were harvested from six male forest musk deer. …”
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Designing host-associated microbiomes using the consumer/resource model by Germán Plata, Karthik Srinivasan, Madan Krishnamurthy, Lukas Herron, Purushottam Dixit

“…In the model, variation in microbial ecosystem composition arises due to differences in the availability of effective resources (inferred latent variables), while species’ resource preferences remain conserved. …”
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Solar irradiance measurements by Greg Kopp

“…Measurement composites and reference spectra are reviewed. Current capabilities and future directions are described along with the climate-driven solar-irradiance measurement requirements.…”
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Profile of the Phenolic Compounds of Rosa rugosa Petals by Andrzej Cendrowski, Iwona Ścibisz, Marta Mitek, Marek Kieliszek, Joanna Kolniak-Ostek

“…The aim of this study was to determine the polyphenolic composition of not processed petals of Rosa rugosa collected from the commodity crops and to determine the variability of the contained therein polyphenols between harvesting seasons. …”
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Saliva as a Diagnostic Tool for Systemic Diseases—A Narrative Review by Amelia Surdu, Liliana Georgeta Foia, Ionut Luchian, Daniela Trifan, Monica Silvia Tatarciuc, Monica Mihaela Scutariu, Corina Ciupilan, Dana Gabriela Budala

“…The review also evaluates challenges such as the need for standardized collection protocols, variability in salivary composition, and the integration of these technologies into clinical workflows. …”
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Geoelectrical Characterization of Sedimentary Landslides in the Laguna Del Amor Area, Chota-Cajamarca (Peru) by Arturo Zevallos, Julio Torres, Cristian Segura, Javier Carrasco, Pedro Carrasco

“…The main objective was to identify key static factors related to landslide susceptibility, including slope angle, soil composition, and groundwater flow, prioritizing the areas affected by landslides. …”
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Metagenomic Insights into Microbial Signatures in Thrombi from Acute Ischemic Stroke Patients Undergoing Endovascular Treatment by Kasthuri Thirupathi, Sherief Ghozy, Abdullah Reda, Wasantha K. Ranatunga, Mars A. Ruben, Zarrintan Armin, Oana M. Mereuta, Sekhon Prabhjot, Daying Dai, Waleed Brinjikji, David F. Kallmes, Ramanathan Kadirvel

“…<b>Background:</b> Variability in recanalization success during endovascular treatment for acute ischemic stroke (AIS) has led to increased interests in thrombus composition and associated cellular materials. …”
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Improved soil salinity estimation in arid regions: Leveraging bare soil periods and environmental factors by Weitong Ma, Xin Cui, Wenting Han, Huihui Zhang, Liyuan Zhang

“…Our findings indicate that soil mechanical composition and salinity indices exhibited strong correlations with SSC, which further enhanced when the periods were analyzed separately. …”
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Macrogenomic Analysis Reveals Soil Microbial Diversity in Different Regions of the Antarctic Peninsula by Jiangyong Qu, Xiaofei Lu, Tianyi Liu, Ying Qu, Zhikai Xing, Shuang Wang, Siluo Jing, Li Zheng, Lijun Wang, Xumin Wang

“…Microorganisms are crucial for sustaining the local ecological equilibrium. However, the variability in soil microbial community diversity across different regions of the Antarctic Peninsula remains underexplored. (2) Methods: We utilized metagenome sequencing to investigate the composition and functionality of soil microbial communities in four locations: Devil Island, King George Island, Marambio Station, and Seymour Island. (3) Results: In the KGI region, we observed increased abundance of bacteria linked to plant growth promotion and the degradation of pollutants, including PAHs. …”
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Diversidad genética intra e inter-específica de ñame (Dioscorea spp.) de la región Caribe de Colombia mediante marcadores AFLP Genetic diversity intra and inter-specific yam (Diosc... by Hernando Javier Rivera-Jiménez, Andrés Álvarez-Soto, Juan Diego Palacio-Mejía, Dora Yovana Barrios-Leal, Diana López-Álvarez

“…The analysis also revealed the heterogeneous composition of D. alata in the colombian Caribbean region; these studies will help to define an appropriate strategy for conservation to support future efforts in breeding programs.…”
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The prebiotic potential of dietary onion extracts: shaping gut microbial structures and promoting beneficial metabolites by Yebeen Yoo, Seongok Kim, WonJune Lee, Jinwoo Kim, Bokyung Son, Kwang Jun Lee, Hakdong Shin

“…The findings underscore the potential of onion extracts to improve gut health by enriching specific beneficial bacteria and metabolic pathways, thereby supporting the development of functional foods aimed at improving gut microbiota composition and metabolic health.…”
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Biological responses to biomaterials: a review by Y.V.R. Gomes, A.A. Tavares, R.C. Barbosa, A.F. Tomaz, W.J.B. Sousa, L.C.C. Oliveira, S.M.L. Silva, M.V.L. Fook

“…These responses are influenced by the material's physicochemical and biological properties, such as composition, texture, and surface characteristics. Adverse reactions, such as severe inflammation or fibrous encapsulation, can hinder tissue integration, jeopardizing patient health and increasing healthcare costs. …”
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The Role of Urinary Microbiome Analysis in the Diagnostic Approach and Management of Urinary Incontinence: A Systematic Review by Pouyan Shaker, Zohreh Roshani, Ehsan Timajchi, Zahra Sharifi, Sarah Nikzadfar Goli, Behrooz Broumand, Mohammad Ali Shafiee

“…This systematic review aimed to evaluate the current evidence on the urinary microbiome’s role in diagnosing and managing UI, focusing on variations in microbial composition across UI subtypes. We identified 21 studies, mostly employing 16S rRNA sequencing to characterize urinary microbiota and their associations with various UI subtypes, including urgency urinary incontinence (UUI), overactive bladder (OAB), and stress urinary incontinence (SUI). …”
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Content of Selected Macroelements and Zinc in Relation to Stage of Lactation of Montbéliarde and Polish Holstein-Friesian Cows by Monika Sobczuk-Szul, Paulina Pogorzelska-Przybyłek, Martyna Momot, Zenon Nogalski

“…The fresh milk was analyzed for its proximate chemical composition and mineral content (Ca, Mg, K, Na and Zn), which were identified in the mineralization by flame atomic absorption spectrophotometry. …”
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Advanced Microfluidic‐Based Wearable Electrochemical Sensors for Continuous Biochemical Monitoring by Sehyun Park, Seongyeop Kim, Soojin Lee, Vladimir V. Tsukruk, SeungHyun Park, Hyo‐Ryoung Lim

“…The application section summarizes strategies to overcome variability in biofluid composition, sensor drift, and user adaptability through innovative solutions such as hybrid material integration, self‐powered systems, and AI‐assisted data analysis. …”
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Quality and Grain Yield Attributes of Rwandan Rice (Oryza sativa L.) Cultivars Grown in a Biotron Applying Two NPK Levels by Alphonsine Mukamuhirwa, Helena Persson Hovmalm, Rodomiro Ortiz, Obedi Nyamangyoku, Eva Johansson

“…The cultivar Ndamirabahinzi showed less variability of evaluated characters across fertilizer doses. …”
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A Novel Characterization of the Lower Threshold of Motion by Jacob B. Harth, Lisa M. Renzi-Hammond, Cameron J. Wysocky, Spencer F. Smith, Billy R. Hammond

“…We found substantial between-subject variability in LTM and an interaction between stimulus wavelength and retinal location. …”
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Evaluation of antinutrients in improved and local cultivars of green gram (Vigna radiata (L.) Wilczek) by Sumi Mekkara nikarthil Sudhakaran, Prasanthi Prabhakaran Sobhana, Shreyas Elma Mathew, Devindra Shakappa

“…These significant variations highlight the wide range of ANF composition found among green gram cultivars. Such data could aid in exploring the nutraceutical and pharmacological potential of these compounds.…”
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Quality characteristics of ‘Pasta-Filata’ Serbian Kačkavalj cheese and regulatory compliance assessment by Ana Satric, Zorana Miloradovic, Milica Mirkovic, Nemanja Mirkovic, Jelena Miocinovic

“…A broad range of variations of cheese characteristics was found among Kačkavalj cheeses. The composition showed high variations: dry matter ranged from 51.52% to 58.71%; fat from 20.00% to 29.50%; fat in dry matter from 36.08% to 55.96%; NaCl from 0.93% to 3.69%; total protein from 23.25% to 30.79%. …”
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