Emission of Volatile Organic Compounds from Consumer Products by Kuo-Hsiung Lin, Jiun-Horng Tsai, Ching-Chih Cheng, Hung-Lung Chiang

“…Abstract The total volatile organic compound (VOC) content and VOC composition of 12 consumer products is determined using the headspace method and chamber testing. …”
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Assessment of forest soil contamination by heavy metals in the Polish National Park near Warsaw by Aneta Łukaszek-Chmielewska, Joanna Rakowska, Marzena Rachwał, Olga Stawarz

“…The indicators show differences in the degree of contamination of the surface soil layer in the studied area, which is predominantly uncontaminated by heavy metals. …”
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Additive-manufactured ceramics for dental restorations: a systematic review on mechanical perspective by Yuqing Lu, Anouk van Steenoven, Amanda Maria de Oliveira Dal Piva, João Paulo Mendes Tribst, Li Wang, Li Wang, Cornelis J. Kleverlaan, Albert J. Feilzer, Albert J. Feilzer

“…Published articles from 2019 to 2023 were screened, analysed and the relevant papers were selected for inclusion in this review.ResultsA total of 40 studies were included. The available ceramics include zirconia, alumina and alumina-zirconia composites, lithium disilicate, porcelain and fluorapatite glass ceramic. …”
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Unraveling the microbial mysteries: gut microbiota’s role in ulcerative colitis by Keyu Ren, Chunming Yong, Yanchun Jin, Shanwei Rong, Kuijin Xue, Bin Cao, Hongyun Wei

“…Additionally, the role of extra-intestinal microbiota in UC pathogenesis is explored, which has been less studied but is gaining attention. The influence of gut microbiota on the efficacy of biological immunotherapy for UC is also examined, highlighting how microbial composition can influence treatment outcomes. …”
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Infiltration of the liver by cells of innate and adaptive immunity and their destruction in development of experimental immune concanavalin-A-induced hepatitis by S. I. Pavlovich, T. M. Bryzgina, N. V. Makogon, L. I. Aleksyuk, T. V. Martynova, R. I. Yanchy, I. N. Alekseyeva

“…Aim of investigation. To study damage of liver tissue, its infiltration by cells of innate and adaptive immunity and cell deathin the development of concanavalin (ConA)-induced hepatitis in mice.Material and methods. …”
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Effect of some growth substances application on growth and seasonal yield of acid lime trees (Citrus aurantifolia Swingle) in Delta by Waleed Fouad Abobatta, Mahmoud A. Khodier, Hassan S. H. Ismail

“…The obtained results indicated that the combinations of CHI with H2O2 improved tree growth, leaf mineral composition, seasonal yield, and fruit quality parameters. …”
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EFFECT OF DIFFERENT FEEDING LEVELS ON PHYSICO-CHEMICAL TRAITS FOR MAIN CARCASS CUTS OF PEKIN DUCKS IN KURDISTAN REGION OF IRAQ by Azad Sh. S. Al-Dabbagh, Sardar. Y. T. Al- Sardary

“… The objective of this study was to investigate the effect of different feeding levels (0%, 25%, and 50%) of alfalfa pellet ration (APR) (47% alfalfa) on the main carcass cuts Physico-chemical traits of Pekin ducks (Anas platyrhynchos). …”
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Low-temperature biodegradation of freshwater dissolved organic matter during winter-to-spring transition by Corentin Bouvet, Pascale B. Beauregard, Céline Guéguen

“…The composition of dissolved organic matter (DOM) directly affects the biological degradation processes and its persistence in aquatic systems. …”
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The fault systems that control the occurrences of iron ore deposits in northeastern Aswan, Egypt by Mohamed Abd El-Wahed, Ibrahim A. Salem, Mohamed Attia, Dina Younis

“…The ironstone deposit ranges in composition from oolitic sandy ironstone to oolitic ironstone. …”
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Effect of feed and holding conditions on survival and growth of juvenile crayfish Pontastacus leptodactylus and Faxonius limosus by Kropielnicka-Kruk Katarzyna, Ulikowski Dariusz, Wasilewska Agnieszka

“…In addition, three feeds were tested, sinking chips (F1), flakes (F2) and floating sticks (F3). The feeds composition was similar, but sinking times differed and were quick for F1 and slow for F2 and F3, which provided extended visual and chemical exposure to crayfish. …”
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Exploring microbial players for metagenomic profiling of carbon cycling bacteria in sundarban mangrove soils by Basanta Kumar Das, Ayushman Gadnayak, Hirak Jyoti Chakraborty, Smruti Priyambada Pradhan, Subhashree Subhasmita Raut, Sanjoy Kumar Das

“…Using metagenomic analysis to evaluate microbial communities in mangrove and non-mangrove environment, evaluating their composition, functional functions, and ecological relevance. …”
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Investigating Use of Crushed Glass as Partial Replacement of Sand to Improve Finish Mortar Strength. by Ashaba, Dennis

“…The mechanical properties of the mortar composite of crushed glass at different percentage compositions are investigated. …”
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DETERMINANTS OF CORPORATE GOVERNANCE REPORTING AMONG LISTED NON-FINANCIAL FIRMS IN NIGERIA by Bolaji Ibrahim Abiola, Abiodun Lukuman Olaiya, Kamar Adeyemi, Abdelfattah Bolarinwa Jimoh

“…The study concluded that board independence and CEO duality significantly and positively determines the extent of corporate governance reporting in Nigerian listed non-financial firms. …”
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Integrating petrophysical characterization and reservoir evaluation of the Kafr ELSheikh formation in Sapphire field, Nile Delta, Egypt by Naiem Souilam Sobih, Ahmed Ahmed El Nagar, Ali Elsayed Abbas, Samir Shehab

“…Abstract This study aims to integrate petrophysical characterization and reservoir evaluation for optimizing field development. …”
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Determinants of COVID-19 Case Fatality Rate in the United States: Spatial Analysis Over One Year of the Pandemic by Niranjan J. Kathe, Rajvi J. Wani

“…**Objectives:** The objective of this study was to assess the ecological factors (policy, health behaviors, socio-economic, physical environment, and clinical care) associated with COVID-19 case fatality rate (CFR) in the United States. …”
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Analysis onThe Effect of Dap and NPK Fertilizers Applications on Broccoli Yield. by Bikorwomuhangi, Pastori

“…The study investigated the effects of DAP (Diammonium phosphate) and NPK (Nitrogen-Phosphorus-Potassium) fertilizers on broccoli yield, aiming to provide insights into optimal fertilizer management strategies for enhancing crop yield. …”
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The occurrence of wheat crown rot correlates with the microbial community and function in rhizosphere soil by Yajiao Wang, Jian Feng, Jianhai Gao, Sen Han, Qiusheng Li, Lingxiao Kong, Yuxing Wu

“…Understanding the impact of wheat crown rot on the structure and function of microbial communities in the wheat rhizosphere soil can provide a theoretical basis for the mining biological control resources against WCR. In this study, rhizosphere soils with varying WCR severities (light, moderate, severe) were analyzed for chemical properties, microbial community composition and functions using high-throughput sequencing. …”
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Effect of Titania Nano-additives on Fine and Ultrafine Carbonaceous Emissions during Flame Combustion of Diesel by Akshat Jain, Anirudha Ambekar, Thaseem Thajudeen

“…A detailed experimental study also revealed the significance of the size and stability of the dispersed nanoparticles in the overall emissions. …”
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Impact of the Contamination Method on the Disinfection of N95 Respirators: Drops versus Aerosols by Mirna Alameddine, Oluchi Okoro, Loïc Wingert, Geneviève Marchand, Benoit Barbeau

“…In this study, Bacillus subtilis spores were inoculated in three suspensions used to contaminate coupons of FFRs via aerosols nebulisation or 2 µL drops deposition. …”
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Chemical characterization of fruits of Garcinia brasiliensis Mart. by Caroline Woelffel Silva, Patricia Cristina Gonçalves, Camile Zanichelli Costa, Karla Lírio Soares, Patrícia Berilli Batista, Stephano Marques, Mário Roberto Maróstica Júnior, Stanislau Bogusz Junior, Oscar Núñez, Rodrigo Scherer

“…ABSTRACT: The present study carried out a nutritional assessment of the pulp, peel, and seeds of fruits of bacupari (Garcinia brasiliensis). …”
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