Enhancing maize seed resistance to chilling stress through seed germination and surface morphological changes using high voltage electrostatic field by Yao Lu, Yaoyao Li, Qian Peng, Xiangyun Sun, Qinglu Yang, Zhanhua Song, Fuyang Tian, Yinfa Yan, Mochen Liu

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Optimized fiducial marker placement using B‐spline surface modeling and graph theory for Cyberknife stereotactic body radiotherapy for superficial tumors by Jing Huang, Xianlong Xiong, Cheng Chen, Yuhan Li, Ruijie Wang, Zhitao Dai

“…Abstract CyberKnife, an established noninvasive stereotactic radiotherapy technology, has been extensively utilized to treat various malignancies because of its high precision and conformal dose delivery. …”
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Setup Accuracy and Efficiency of Real-Time Video Assistance for Surface-Guided Positioning in Radiation Therapy of Right-Sided Locoregional Breast Cancer by Jørund Graadal Svestad, MA, Stine Gyland Mikalsen, PhD, Mojgan Heydari, MA, Regine Hjort Francke, BA, Maziar Hervani, BA, Taran Paulsen Hellebust, PhD

“…Purpose: Real-time video assistance in combination with surface guidance (SG) has been introduced in radiation therapy. …”
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Response surface optimization for cellulase production from Enterococcus faecium and Stutzerimonas stutzeri isolated from Gossypium arboretum and Solanum melongena soil by Mohammedfaizan Shaikh, Naureenbanu Makarani, Krishan Kumar

“…The crude enzyme produced by both isolates demonstrated effective potential in biopolishing cotton fabrics. Cotton fabrics treated with crude enzymes from BS5 and CS7 isolates lost 2.20% and 2.06% of their weight, respectively, showing that the enzymes removed tiny fibers from the surface of the cotton, making it smoother. …”
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Revealing the Tectonic-Driven Nature From the InSAR Surface Deformation Background Signals in Xiamen–Kinmen Coasts, China by Fengling Yu, Zhaoquan Huang

“…Quantifying the characteristics of surface deformation is essential for monitoring geohazards, such as landslides and earthquakes. …”
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Comparison of the inactivation of seven foodborne pathogens and spoilage bacteria under 405 nm blue light treatment in liquid media and on solid surfaces by Minji Hur, Francisco Diez-Gonzalez

“…This study was undertaken to evaluate the efficacy of aBL against foodborne pathogens and spoilage bacteria when treated in liquid media and on different surfaces. …”
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Multidrug-resistant ESBL E. coli in urban surface waters and public health implications: A Case Study from Goranchatbari, Dhaka by Md. Sakib Hossain, Ahmed Ishtiaque Amin Chowdhury, Mohammad Rafiqul Islam, Ripan Kirtunia, Md. Foysal Abedin, Mohammad Atique Ul Alam, Shampa, Sonia Binte Murshed, Md Shadman Sakib, Siam Alam, M. Shahjahan Mondal, Zahid Hayat Mahmud

“…Surface water pollution from rapid urbanization, industrialization, inadequate sanitation, and excessive agrochemical use is a global crisis. …”
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Global Identification of Anti-Melanoma Cellular Targets by Photochemically Induced Coupling of <i>L-Shikonin</i> Reactions on the Surface of Magnetic Particles by Min Li, Wenying Li, Fang Xu, Yiping Pu, Jianguang Li

“…Subsequently, A375 cells were treated with <i>L-Shikonin</i> at different concentrations (2.5, 5.0, 10.0 μM) for 48 h, and the expressions of the three proteins were observed. …”
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Nanorough Surface of Fibronectin Grafted Bioactive Zirconia Dental Implants by Using Glow Discharge Plasma Promotes Osseointegration in a Rabbit Model by Aung LM, Renn TY, Lin JCY, Salamanca E, Wu YF, Pan YH, Teng NC, Huang HM, Sun YS, Chang WJ

“…Implant stability test (IST), 3D bone reconstruction and micro-CT (μCT) analysis, bone-implant contact (BIC) from histomorphometry analysis, and osteogenic gene expression were analyzed after scarification at 4, 8, and 12 weeks.Results: IST results demonstrated a significant secondary stability gain at the end of 12 weeks. The surface-treated group obtained a gradual increase in marginal bone level. …”
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An Integrated Strategy to Treat and Control Acid Mine Drainage from Waste Rock and Underground Workings at the Former Franklin Mine in Nova Scotia, Canada: Field Performance Monito... by Christopher Power

“…Finally, the passive treatment system, which contains a series of treatment technologies such as a limestone leach bed and settling pond, successfully treats all mine water loading (~50 kg/day) discharging from the underground workings and surface runoff. …”
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Microwave Extraction of Gallic Acid Equivalent of Total Flavonoids from Nigella sativa by Burcu Özturk, Sibel Yiğitarslan

“…The usage of controlled-drug-releasing capsules for treating the cancer diseases has becoming more and more popular in the whole world. …”
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Harnessing <i>Bacillus subtilis</i> Spore Surface Display (BSSD) Technology for Mucosal Vaccines and Drug Delivery: Innovations in Respiratory Virus Immunization by Howra Bahrulolum, Parisa Beyranvand, Gholamreza Ahmadian

“…<i>Bacillus subtilis</i> spore surface display (BSSD) technology is emerging as a promising platform for the development of mucosal vaccines. …”
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Desenvolvimento de Heliconia psittacorum e Gladiolus hortulanus irrigados com águas residuárias tratadas Growth of Heliconia psittacorum and Gladiolus hortulanus irrigated with tre... by Lousane L. Cerqueira, Francisco de S. Fadigas, Francisco A. Pereira, Thomas V. Gloaguen, João A. Costa

“…<br>This research aims to evaluate the impact of irrigation with treated domestic wastewater (TDW) on the growth of ornamental plant species. …”
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An investigation into the biomechanical effects of tibial vertical cutting errors on the proximal tibia after unicompartmental knee arthroplasty and the improvement of cutting plan... by Deyan Ou, Gaoyong Deng, Gaosheng Qin, Yongqing Ye, Jingwei Pan, Yu Huang, Haisheng Kuang, Shilin Tang, Yongxin Mo, Shixin Pan

“…Compared to the standard osteotomy method, both surface modification designs effectively reduced the fracture risk. …”
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Dual-functional biomimetic periosteum incorporating engineered small extracellular vesicles for treating critical bone defect with soft tissue fenestration via TGF-beta1/SMAD pathw... by Zhengchuan Zhang, Jiaqi Shen, Ruogu Xu, Yang Yang, Xiaolin Yu, Dongsheng Yu, Feilong Deng

“…Incorporation and in vivo delivery of Ti-sEVs were successfully achieved via the controlled-release DPB with the characteristics of a loose surface facing the bone defect and a dense surface facing the soft tissue fenestration. …”
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Study About the Influence of Diatoms on the Durability of Monumental Limestone by Daniel Merino-Maldonado, Rebeca Martínez-García, Víctor Baladrón-Blanco, Jesús de Prado-Gil, Fernando J. Fraile-Fernández, María Fernández-Raga, Covadonga Palencia, Andrés Juan-Valdés

“…However, in tests focusing on the surface side most exposed to biodeposition, reduced water absorption was observed in the treated samples, suggesting an improvement in their antiabsorption properties. …”
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NETWOOD - Composite made of flax fiber fabric and thermally-modified beech veneers. Part 1: mechanical properties and orthotrophic behaviour by Richard Wascher, Helena Fink, Georg Avramidis, Wolfgang Viöl

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Stearic-Acid-Coated Sand: A Game Changer for Agriculture Water Management by Muhammad Abdullah, Mergen Zhazitov, Nazerke Kydyrbay, Tolagay Duisebayev, Yerbolat Tezekbay, Olzat Toktarbaiuly

“…Experimental results demonstrated enhanced moisture retention in SACS-treated soil, prolonging water availability by up to four additional days compared to untreated samples. …”
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Antigen/adjuvant‐free liposome induces adjuvant effects for enhancing cancer immunotherapy by Qianqian Guo, Xiaoxuan Xu, Xiaojiang Lai, Jialin Duan, Dan Yan, Dangge Wang

“…Abstract Cancer vaccines are promising to treat malignancy by delivering antigens and adjuvants to elicit host immunity. …”
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Magnetic nanoparticles as a promising antimicrobial agent for combating multidrug resistant bacteria: a review by Ahmed M. El-Khawaga, Maurizio Orlandini, Luisa Raucci, Karim Elmaghraby

“…Abstract Modern medicine has relied heavily on antibiotics to efficiently treat bacterial infections that were previously fatal. …”
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