Dose-dependent effects of dietary Rhodotorula paludigena CM33 on growth performance, antioxidant capacity, immune gene expression, and resistance to Aeromonas hydrophila in red tilapia - Nguyen Vu Linh; Luu Tang Phuc Khang; Suwanna Wisetkaew; Phan Do Trong Nghia; Papungkorn Sangsawad; Satid Chatchaiphan; Nguyen Dinh-Hung; Patima Permpoonpatana; Mintra Seel-audom (Animal Feed Science and Technology, 2026)

Automated carousel-based electrochemical sensing toward microbiological and oncological settings - Lucas F. de Lima; Lucas Costa Faustino; Nathália V.B. Mestanza; Guida Hellen Mota do Nascimento; Letícia Ester dos Santos; Thaís de Moraes Lacerda; Nycolas S. Galdino; Marcelo Bispo de Jesus; Everson T.S. Gerôncio; William R. de Araujo; Thiago R.L.C. Paixão (Analytica Chimica Acta, 2026)

Integrating remote sensing and deep learning models to assess construction area vulnerability in Ho Chi Minh City after the 2025 provincial merger - Anh Ngoc Thi Do (Advances in Space Research, 2026)

Primary infection with a Brazilian chikungunya virus isolate protects immunocompetent mice against detectable viremia following homologous rechallenge - Naiara Soares da Silva; Mayanna Moreira Costa Fogaça; Elmo José dos Santos; Bruna Santos Souza da Silva; Ruth Dálety da Silva Brito; Rodrigo Lucas Ferreira do Carmo; Amanda da Rocha Santos; Milena Silva Souza; Tarcisio Macedo Silva; Eric Roberto Guimarães Rocha Aguiar; Alexander Birbrair; Paloma Oliveira Vidal; et al. (Archives of Virology, 2026)
Chikungunya virus (CHIKV) is an arthropod-borne virus responsible for an acute febrile illness characterized by severe polyarthralgia, predominantly affecting peripheral joints. In a substantial proportion of patients, these symptoms may progress to chronic manifestations that significantly impair quality of life. Animal models are therefore critical for the development of effective therapeutic and preventive strategies, including antiviral agents and vaccines. In this context, the aim of this study was to establish an experimental model of CHIKV infection using immunocompetent C57BL/6 mice. Animals were infected with CHIKV and subsequently monitored for clinical signs, viremia, viral dissemination across tissues, total leukocyte counts, and susceptibility to reinfection. Results revealed no deaths among the animals during the experimental period, and infected animals exhibited significant viremia as well as detectable viral loads in the popliteal lymph node, femoral bone marrow, and muscle, demonstrating CHIKV capacity to disseminate and reach multiple target tissues. In addition, a global reduction in leukocyte counts was observed in infected mice. Notably, animals previously infected with CHIKV were resistant to reinfection, indicating the establishment of a protective immune response, as evidenced by the presence of neutralizing antibodies. In conclusion, the murine model established in this study recapitulates key features of CHIKV infection and provides a robust platform for investigating viral pathogenesis, as well as for evaluating novel antiviral strategies and vaccine candidates.

Development of a recombinase polymerase amplification–lateral flow assay for rapid visual detection of Meloidogyne hapla - Gna Ahn; Eung Je Lee; Do-Young Kim; Dae-Young Park; Christine Ardelle Marquez; Dong-Seok Jeong; Joong-Hwan Lee; Yang-Hoon Kim; Ji-Young Ahn (Archives of Microbiology, 2026)

Carbon stock modelling in Minas Gerais, Brazil: effects of dimensionality reduction in machine learning algorithms - Emerson Cristi de Barros; Gefferson Pereira da Paixão; José Augusto Amorim Silva do Sacramento; Paulo Sergio Taube; João Thiago Rodrigues de Sousa (Applied Geomatics, 2026)
This study aimed to forecast soil carbon in Minas Gerais, Brazil. We are using the Random Forest Regressor machine learning technique. The study utilised 41 environmental factors. We were focused on how reducing the model’s complexity could help map soil carbon more effectively. To select the variables, we utilised Altmann’s permutation method combined with the top-k selection test. Results show that solar radiation, water deficiency, and the Palmer Drought Severity Index were the main variables. Notably, although the simplified model exhibited precision metrics, it provided greater interpretability and robustness. We also found several non-linear connections between carbon storage and variables such as solar radiation and water stress. It became evident that the climate significantly influences carbon distribution in this area. In general, these enhanced models could significantly support agricultural zoning, conservation initiatives, and soil management.

The potential of Alternanthera littoralis P. Beauv. for saline soil phytoremediation and use as animal feed - Chrislaine Yonara Schoenhals Ritter; Jaqueline da Silva dos Santos; Marcelo Nogueira do Amaral; Gustavo Muniz Pereira; Charisma Prietto Alles; Priscila Ariane Auler; Milene Lopes dos Santos; Márcio Nunes Corrêa; Sidnei Deuner; Eugenia Jacira Bolacel Braga (Acta Physiologiae Plantarum, 2026)
Soil salinization is an increasing global concern, demanding sustainable strategies for agricultural recovery and food security. Halophytes such as Alternanthera littoralis P. Beauv. represent a promising alternative for phytoremediation and forage production in saline environments. This study evaluated gas exchange, effective quantum yield of PSII (ΦPSII), electron transport rate (ETR), antioxidative enzyme activity, and nutritional composition of A. littoralis under 0, 100, 200, and 300 mM NaCl. The species showed high salinity tolerance, with preferential Na⁺ accumulation in shoots (up to 84.51 g kg⁻¹ dry mass at 300 mM NaCl) and maximum accumulation in roots (21.94 g kg⁻¹ at 200 mM), highlighting its potential for Na⁺ phytoextraction. Despite increasing salinity, A. littoralis maintained stable ΦPSII and electron transport rate (ETR) values under saline conditions, indicating maintenance of photochemical activity. Leaf SOD activity increased under saline conditions, whereas MDA, H₂O₂, and electrolyte leakage did not differ among treatments, suggesting activation of antioxidative defense response without evidence of severe oxidative damage. Bromatological analyses revealed high protein content, reduced acid detergent fiber, and increased concentrations of essential minerals. These compositional changes were associated with higher in vitro dry matter digestibility under increasing NaCl concentrations, suggesting a potential forage application for the species under saline conditions. Collectively, these findings demonstrate the remarkable salinity tolerance of A. littoralis , highlighting its ability to maintain physiological functionality under saline conditions. In addition, the species shows potential as a multifunctional resource for the recovery of salt-affected soils and as a nutritious forage in saline environments.

An Automated and Sample-Efficient Protocol for High-Precision Salinity Analysis using AutoSal 8400B - TaeKeun Rho; Sang Do Heo; Joonseong Park; Wooyoung Jeong; Purena Son (Ocean Science Journal, 2026)

Systematics of Marmosa Subgenus Micoureus With Emphasis in ‘ rapposa ’ Group (Didelphidae, Marmosini): Geographic Variation and Revalidation of M. budini - Maria Clara Santos Ribeiro; Aldo Caccavo; Joyce Rodrigues do Prado; Cibele Rodrigues Bonvicino (Zoologica Scripta, 2026)
Micoureus is the most species‐rich subgenus within the genus Marmosa . Conflicting arrangements regarding the number of species comprising this subgenus have been proposed and the validity of M . budini has been debated. Here, we used an approach integrating genetic and morphological data were conducted to reanalyze the ‘ rapposa ’ group, investigate its biogeographic context, and test the status of M . budini as a distinct species of the M . rapposa complex. One mitochondrial and one nuclear marker were sequenced to recover species trees; divergence data and population aspects were inferred from mitochondrial data. Museum specimens were examined, including holotypes. The biogeographic data suggest the diversification in the ‘ rapposa ’ group to be associated with tectonism in the Andes and the Pebas System. Genetic analysis and external and craniodental morphology differences corroborate the species status of M . budini , with new record for Rondônia, Brazil, and M . rapposa would remain restricted to Peru. Marmosa rutteri exhibits intrapopulation variations driven by habitat fragmentation in the Pleistocene cycles and fluvial formations of the Amazon, and the separation in relation to M . budini coincides with climatic oscillations of the Late Quaternary and the Ucayali River.

Cross-Tributary Water Mass Signals and Seasonal Stratification Dynamics in a River-Type Reservoir - SooBin Yoon; ChangHyun Lee; Young Do Kim (Water Resources Management, 2026)

Virome of neotropical Sabethes mosquitoes reveals two novel viruses in the Spiciviridae family - Endrya do Socorro Foro Ramos; Lilian de Oliveira Guimaraes; Geovani de Oliveira Ribeiro; Marcos Anicete Santos; Ramendra Pati Pandey; Simone Luchetta Reginato; Juliana Telles-de-Deus; Eduardo Sterlino Bergo; Luis Filipe Mucci; Vera Lucia Fonseca de Camargo-Neves; Antonio Charlys da Costa; Elcio Leal; et al. (Virus Genes, 2026)
The family Spiciviridae , belonging to the order Ghabrivirales , is currently composed of only one officially recognized genus, Spicivirus . However, metagenomic studies have revealed an increasing diversity of related viruses, suggesting that the current classification may underestimate their evolutionary complexity. In this context, the aim of the present study was to detect and characterize new viruses related to the Spiciviridae in the family Culicidae mosquitoes. A total of nineteen mosquito pools were sequenced and analyzed using metagenomic approaches and bioinformatics tools. Among these, two novel viruses were identified in four pools (S4, S11, S18, and S19), provisionally named Sabethes virus 1 (SV1) and Sabethes virus 2 (SV2). Phylogenetic inference revealed clades with strong statistical support and genetic divergences greater than 20% in the RNA-dependent RNA polymerase (RdRp) protein. These findings contribute to a detailed analysis of the genomic diversity associated with Spiciviridae . Although Spicivirus is currently the only genus officially recognized, our results suggest the presence of viruses that may represent new taxonomic groupings not yet described by the ICTV.

Discovery of four new malabaricane saponins, malabarosides A–D, from the aerial parts of Dysphania ambrosioides with nitric oxide production inhibitory activity - Phan Van Kiem; Nguyen Thi Viet Ai; Bui Huu Tai; Nguyen Huy Hoang; Phan Thi Thanh Huong; Duong Thi Hai Yen; Do Thi Thao; Nguyen Phuong Thao; Nguyen The Cuong; Bui Van Thanh; Duong Thi Dung; Pham Hai Yen (Journal of Natural Medicines, 2026)

A mechanistic approach about oxidative, mutagenic, and cytotoxic effects of an organotellurane - Felipe Emannuel Alvino de Jesus; Octávio Augusto de Carvalho Maia; Antonielly Campinho dos Reis; Audinei de Sousa Moura; Anderson Nogueira Mendes; Glissia Lysandra dos Santos Marciel; Jefferson da Cruz Esteves; Shamya Gabriella Corrêa Coêlho; Isabela Ribeiro de Sá Guimarães Nolêto; Maria Luísa Lima Barreto do Nascimento; Adriana Maria Viana Nunes; Débora Caroline do Nascimento Rodrigues; et al. (Naunyn-Schmiedeberg's Archives of Pharmacology, 2026)
Organotellurium (OTe) compounds have pharmacological properties, including leishmanicidal, antimalarial, and antifungal activities. Herein, we assessed cytotoxicity effects of OTe RF07 in a panel of tumor cell lines, as well as its oxidative, toxicity, and hemolytic actions. The toxicity was evaluated on Allium cepa and Artemia salina larvae. Cell viability was also assessed by resazurin in murine cells (Sarcoma 180), human cells (HL-60, leukemia; AGP01, gastric adenocarcinoma; SKMEL-28, human melanoma; MRC-5, normal fibroblasts), and dog erythrocytes. The oxidative capacity of RF07 was evaluated by wild-type and antioxidant-mutated enzyme strains of Saccharomyces cerevisiae . RF07 presented cytotoxic action on all normal and tumor cells, whose IC 50 ranged from 0.07 μg/mL (HL-60) to 73.45 μg/mL (Sarcoma 180) and toxicological activity on A. salina nauplii in a concentration-dependent manner after exposure for 24 h and 48 h (LC 50 values of 15.02 and 5.43 μg/mL for 24 h and 48 h, respectively). Moreover, RF07 reduced mitotic index of meristematic A. cepa cells at 5, 10 and 20 μg/mL, caused arrest in interphase, and increased chromosomal changes, including micronucleus, c -metaphases, and chromosomal bridges, loss, and delays. In summary, RF07 exhibits antiproliferative action on animal cells, high toxicity on Artemia salina nauplii, as well as clastogenic effects on growing roots. This antimitotic action is not related to direct membrane damage, although it relies on chromosomal injuries and may be related to the induction of oxidative stress as observed in yeast cells.

Response of Tetranychus urticae (Acari: Tetranychidae) to natural products - Darliane Evangelho Silva; Rita Tatiane Leão da Silva; Antônio de Almeida Paz Neto; Joseane Moreira do Nascimento; Laís Rosário da Luz; Luiz Liberato Liberato Costa Corrêa; Guilherme André Spohr; Juliana Granich; Noeli Juarez Ferla (International Journal of Tropical Insect Science, 2026)
The two-spotted spider mite, Tetranychus urticae (Acari: Tetranychidae), is a cosmopolitan pest of numerous crops, including grapevines, where outbreaks cause leaf chlorosis, necrosis, defoliation, and yield reduction. Intensive use of synthetic acaricides has led to resistance and negative effects on non-target organisms, reinforcing the need for sustainable alternatives. This study evaluated the effects of three plant-based products (neem oil, a garlic-based formulation, and a citric acid–pyroligneous extract formulation) on repellency, oviposition, and mite abundance of T. urticae under laboratory conditions. Bean plants ( Phaseolus vulgaris ) were used as a substrate, and treatments were applied at field-recommended concentrations. After 24 h, all formulations significantly reduced oviposition and mite abundance compared with the control. Neem oil showed the strongest reduction in oviposition, whereas the garlic-based formulation exhibited the strongest repellent effect. The garlic-based and citric acid–pyroligneous extract formulations also inhibited oviposition, indicating complementary potential in integrated mite management. These findings highlight the potential of natural product-based formulations as ecological tools for controlling T. urticae , supporting their integration into sustainable viticulture and other cropping systems. Further studies should assess their performance under field conditions and their compatibility with predatory mites to ensure ecosystem balance and long-term pest suppression.

In vitro activity of aztreonam-avibactam against carbapenem-resistant Pseudomonas aeruginosa from Southern Brazil - Gabriela da Silva Collar; Natália Kehl Moreira; Patrícia Orlandi Barth; Maria do Carmo Fontourac Pereira; Afonso Luís Barth; Juliana Caierão (European Journal of Clinical Microbiology & Infectious Diseases, 2026)
Carbapenem-resistant Pseudomonas aeruginosa (CR-PA) has limited therapeutic options, particularly when metallo-β-lactamases are present. We evaluated aztreonam-avibactam (AZA) against 48 clinical P. aeruginosa isolates, including 44 CR-PA with 18 difficult-to-treat resistant isolates. Class B carbapenemase genes were present in 50.0%, mainly bla NDM−1 . AZA MICs ranged from ≤ 0.5 to > 256 µg/mL (MIC50/90, 16/64 µg/mL), and 58.3% of isolates had AZA MICs ≤ 16 µg/mL. Among aztreonam-resistant isolates, AZA restored susceptibility in 33.3%, less frequently than aztreonam plus ceftazidime-avibactam (63.0%).

VLA-4 integrin modulates cellular responses to sorafenib in metastasis-related processes of B16F10 melanoma cells - Mickael Laudrup de Sousa Cavalcante; Maurício da Silva Paixão; Kaio Filipe Nunes Lima; Semiramis Jamil Hadad do Monte; Ester Miranda Pereira; Pedro Pires Goulart Guimarães; João Marcelo de Castro e Sousa; Paulo Michel Pinheiro Ferreira; Dalton Dittz (Naunyn-Schmiedeberg's Archives of Pharmacology, 2026)

Electrochemical biosensors for saxitoxin detection: advances, limitations, and challenges for market transition - Isadora Bernardes Sequalini; Thiago Teixeira da Silva; Larissa Victoria do Carmo de Oliveira; Nirton Cristi Silva Vieira (Environmental Monitoring and Assessment, 2026)
Saxitoxins, produced by freshwater cyanobacteria and marine dinoflagellates, block neuronal sodium channels and can cause paralysis or death. They contaminate drinking water, bioaccumulate in aquatic organisms, and pose serious health risks. Conventional detection methods, though reliable, are costly, time-consuming, and require specialized personnel, limiting rapid or on-site use. Biosensors have emerged as attractive alternatives, with electrochemical platforms standing out for their high sensitivity, low cost, miniaturization potential, and easy integration into portable devices. These advantages make them promising tools for in situ monitoring of saxitoxins and justify a dedicated review. This work critically analyzes electrochemical biosensors for STX detection, highlighting advances, limitations, and challenges toward commercialization. We discuss operating principles, recognition elements, analytical performance, and classify devices by electrochemical technique (potentiometric, impedimetric, voltammetric), providing a comparative perspective on their respective strengths and limitations. Despite remarkable sensitivity—often below regulatory limits—key obstacles remain: lack of fabrication standardization, poor long-term stability, limited validation with naturally contaminated samples, insufficient robustness for complex matrices, low reproducibility, and absence of regulatory approval pathways. In addition, challenges associated with fabrication scalability and interlaboratory reproducibility continue to hinder the transition from proof-of-concept devices to commercially viable technologies. Overcoming these barriers is crucial for translating laboratory prototypes into reliable, field-deployable devices for environmental monitoring and food safety applications. Future developments should focus on improving robustness, reproducibility, and analytical validation to accelerate the practical implementation of electrochemical STX biosensors.

The genus Laggera: an extensive review of phytochemistry, pharmacology, clinical study, and chemical modification - Huynh Thi Ngoc Ni; Do Thi Lan Huong; Duong Quang Huan; Huy Dinh Vu; Tran Thi Thanh Thuy; Nguyen Thanh Hao; Dong Huy Gioi; Dinh Thi Thu Huong; Ninh The Son (Medicinal Chemistry Research, 2026)

Rhizosphere organic acids drive nutrient release from silicate rock powders across contrasting tropical soils - Rafael Lima Oliveira; Nariane de Andrade; Caio César Gomes Freitas; Danilo Ferreira da Silva; Felipe Martins do Rêgo Barros; Mísia Souza Vieira; Rafael Santana Mendonça; Felipe Gabriel Andrino; Amanda Manuelly da Silva Oliveira; Antonio Carlos de Azevedo; Simone Possedente de Lira; Fernando Dini Andreote (Plant and Soil, 2026)
Aims Silicate rock powders can enhance nutrient availability through rhizosphere-mediated mineral weathering. Although organic acids mediate this process, how soil fertility shapes their interactions with rhizosphere microbial communities and nutrient release remains poorly understood. He, we evaluated how contrasting soil fertility influences rhizosphere organic acids, microbial communities, and nutrient release from silicate rock powders in tropical soils. Methods A 10-month greenhouse experiment was conducted with Urochloa brizantha cv. Marandu grown in low- and high-fertility tropical soils amended with phonolite, diabase, or granite. Rhizosphere organic acids, soil chemistry, plant nutrient uptake, and bacterial and fungal communities were assessed using chemical analyses, high-throughput DNA sequencing, and partial least squares path modeling. Results In low-fertility soil, rock powder reshaped rhizosphere organic acid profiles, increasing their concentrations and improving soil fertility. Organic acids were positively associated with soil fertility indicators and nutrient availability. Path modeling identified organic acids as a central mediator linking rhizosphere biological attributes to improved soil fertility (path coefficient = 0.597, P P P Conclusions Rock powder effectiveness was governed by rhizosphere-mediated processes driven by organic acids, microbial communities, and plant nutrient demand, with the strongest responses occurring in nutrient-limited tropical soils.

Inside from outside: head-to-skull-and-muscles translation with statistical shape relation and multiple region-of-interest learning - Tan-Nhu Nguyen; Trung-Nhat Nguyen; Vi-Do Tran; Trieu-Nhat-Thanh Nguyen; Marie-Christine Ho Ba Tho; Tien-Tuan Dao (Medical & Biological Engineering & Computing, 2026)

Postbiotic mechanisms of long-term fermented soybean foods in host immunometabolic regulation: a critical appraisal of evidence, contradictions, and precision nutrition perspectives - Do-Yeon Jeong; James W. Daily; Hee-Jong Yang; Myeong-Seon Ryu; Gwang-Su Ha; Ji-Won Seo; Sunmin Park (Critical Reviews in Food Science and Nutrition, 2026)

Tolerogenic dendritic cell-conditioned medium promotes hair growth by modulating follicular microenvironment in a DHT-treated mouse model - Do-Hoon Kim; Min-Seon Song; Sang-Mi Sim; Kyung-Eun Noh; Ji-Hee Nam; Jie-Young Song; Nam-Chul Jung; Ji Hyung Chung; Dae-Seog Lim (Molecular and Cellular Biochemistry, 2026)

A Review of 35 Years in Developing Constitutive Models for the Callovo-Oxfordian Claystone Behavior - M. N. Vu; G. Armand; J. Talandier; C. Plua; M. Souley; J. F. Shao; Z. Yu; J. B. Colliat; J. Vaunat; A. Gens; S. Olivella; F. Collin; et al. (Rock Mechanics and Rock Engineering, 2026)

Comparative mitogenomes of two Glossodoris species and their phylogenetic implications in Chromodorididae nudibranchs - Thinh Dinh Do; Hoang Huy Nguyen; Ngai Dang Nguyen; Chien Van Pham; Thu The Pham; Quang Van Pham; Ha Thi Dinh; Quan Van Nguyen; The Duc Nguyen; Marina Malyutina; Chang-Bae Kim (Hydrobiologia, 2026)

Climate-driven hydrological extremes restructure biogeochemical carbon cycling and CH4 emissions in Pantanal floodplain systems - João Paulo Mariano Godinho; Ricardo Hideo Taniwaki; Eder Renato Merino; Célia Regina Montes; Adolpho José Melfi; Janaina Braga do Carmo (Hydrobiologia, 2026)
Tropical wetland lagoons are critical carbon sinks but are increasingly vulnerable to climate-driven hydrological extremes. The Brazilian Pantanal’s freshwater and saline–alkaline lagoons experience distinct biogeochemical dynamics, yet their responses to severe drought remain underexplored. Here we assessed interannual variability (2019–2020) in water chemistry and methane (CH 4 ) emissions across lagoon types during an extreme drought. We observed significant drought-induced increases in dissolved organic carbon, total dissolved carbon, and nitrogen, with freshwater lagoons showing elevated CH 4 emissions in limnetic and terrestrial compartments, while saline–alkaline lagoons exhibited higher emissions from littoral and terrestrial compartments. Methane fluxes correlated strongly with dissolved carbon, nitrogen, and redox conditions, varying by lagoon typology. These findings indicate that climate extremes can shift Pantanal lagoons from carbon sinks to notable CH 4 sources, highlighting the need to consider lagoon-specific biogeochemical controls in greenhouse gas assessments and wetland management under changing climate regimes.

Immunogenicity and Protective Efficacy of the First Autogenous Aeromonas hydrophila Vaccine for Piaractus brachypomus - Layana Aparecida Batista Pereira; Juliana do Nascimento Ferreira; Laine Patricia Costa dos Santos; Larissa Andréia Ferreira Sampaio; Igor Bartolomeu Alves de Barros; Elizabeth Gusmão Affonso; Jefferson Yunis‐Aguinaga; Gustavo da Silva Claudiano (Journal of Fish Diseases, 2026)
Aeromonas hydrophila is a major zoonotic bacterial pathogen responsible for haemorrhagic septicemia, substantial economic losses in aquaculture and increasing antimicrobial resistance among field isolates. It is also one of the main bacterial species associated with mortality outbreaks in pirapitinga, Piaractus brachypomus , culture in the Amazon region of Latin America. Therefore, this study evaluated the immunogenicity and protective efficacy of the first autogenous vaccine against A. hydrophila developed for P. brachypomus , formulated with or without a Montanide adjuvant. A total of 150 fish were vaccinated by intraperitoneal injection with a formalin‐inactivated homologous bacterin and, at 35 days post‐vaccination, challenged with a homologous strain of A. hydrophila at the median lethal dose (LD 50 ). Following bacterial challenge, biological samples were collected at 24 h post‐challenge, and survival was monitored for 15 days (50‐day trial period). The vaccinated groups showed enhanced immune responses, characterized by increased ROS levels, lysozyme activity, agglutinating antibody titers and IgM levels, particularly in the fish vaccinated with the adjuvant. Haematological evaluation revealed lymphocytosis and, morphologically, lower lesion severity and preservation of renal architecture in vaccinated groups. In contrast, infected non‐vaccinated fish exhibited leukopenia, tubular disorganization, intense mononuclear inflammatory infiltrates, glomerular alterations and lesions suggestive of tissue necrosis. These findings were reflected in enhanced protection following the bacterial challenge, with relative percent survival (RPS) values of 76.19% for fish vaccinated without the adjuvant and 85.71% for those vaccinated with the adjuvant. Overall, the autogenous vaccine was safe, immunogenic and provided effective protection against Aeromonas hydrophila infection in Piaractus brachypomus .

Bioconversion of Aristolochia galeata leaf biomass by Battus polydamas larvae leads to chemical diversification and increased in vivo anticancer potential - Aparecida Rios Soares; Cláudio Rodrigo Nogueira; Carlos André Ferreira Moraes; Joelcio Freitas; Rita de Cássia Avellaneda Guimarães; Valter Aragão do Nascimento; Karine de Cássia Freitas; Priscila Aiko Hiane; Evelyn de Andrade Salomão; Paulo Roberto Haidamus de Oliveira Bastos; Roberta Rios Soares; Luciano da Silva Pinto; et al. (Natural Product Research, 2026)

Network-based bioinformatics for the prediction of candidate SNPs in Staphylococcus aureus virulence and resistance genes - Agueda Maria De França Tavares; Eliane Macedo Sobrinho Santos; Renata Gabriela Chaves Ferreira; Leonardo Ferreira Oliveira; Cintya Neves De Souza; Adriana Fróes Do Nascimento Souto; Hércules Otacílio Santos; Maria Eduarda Ramalho Lopes; Demerson Arruda Sanglard; Anna Christina de Almeida (Folia Microbiologica, 2026)
This study proposes a network-based bioinformatics strategy to predict candidate genes for SNPs in Staphylococcus aureus that act as points of convergence between antimicrobial resistance and biofilm formation. Based on 19 Staphylococcus aureus resistance and virulence genes, a protein-protein interaction network was constructed on the STRING platform and expanded with 20 first-degree interactors. The topology revealed central hubs with high connectivity, such as IcaA (degree 18), Atl (14), SarA (11), ClfA/FnbA (15–21), and low-degree proteins such as vraSR (2) and mgrA (4). MCL analysis divided the network into 10 functional clusters; Cluster 1 grouped adhesion and biofilm proteins together with the mecA resistance gene, highlighting molecular integration. Functional enrichment (Gene Ontology) showed significant over-representation of cell adhesion (FDR = 1.83 × 10⁻⁶) and transcriptional regulation (FDR = 0.042), with an overall interaction p-value < 1.0 × 10⁻¹⁶. The hubs were stratified into regulators (Group 1: SarA, MgrA, VraS), with a cascade effect, and effectors (Group 2: IcaA, Atl, ClfA/FnbA), with a direct effect on the structure. These six predicted candidate genes may represent the main points of convergence between resistance mechanisms and biofilm formation, constituting priority targets for genomic association studies and for the development of new therapeutic strategies.

New polyesterified triterpenes from the stems of maesa membranacea and their α -glucosidase inhibitory activities - Nguyen Quoc Vuong; Huu Giap Tran; Nguyen Van Phuong; Nguyen Hoang Nam; Nguyen Thi Thu; Do Thi Ha; Janusz Malarz; Anna Stojakowska; Le Nguyen Thanh (Natural Product Research, 2026)

New sesquiterpene derivatives from stems and leaves of Smallanthus sonchifolius - Pham Thi Mai Huong; Do Hoang Anh; Le Thi Vien; Tran Thi Hong Hanh; Nguyen The Cuong; Nguyen Xuan Cuong; Nguyen Hoai Nam (Natural Product Research, 2026)

Mapping forest fire risks in northern Vietnam’s tropical forests - Thanh Trang Pham; Thi Thu Nguyen; Thi Ngoc Anh Do; Van The Pham (Journal of Mountain Science, 2026)

Augmentative release of the predatory earwig combined with selective insecticides improves pest management in pak choi crops - Deividy Vicente do Nascimento; Natalia Carolina Bermúdez; Gemerson Machado de Oliveira; Rogério Lira; Jorge Braz Torres (Crop Protection, 2026)

Full-material upcycling of carbon Fiber/Epoxy waste into cytocompatible Multi-functional aerogels for thermal and acoustic Insulation, and oil spill cleaning - Quang M.N. Phan; Nga H.N. Do; Yanli Zheng; Huy-Du Do; Thanh-Tan Nguyen; Meng Wang; Truong Quoc Thinh; Hieu Tran-Van; Son Truong Nguyen; Hai M. Duong (Waste Management, 2026)

Residents’ willingness to participate in the management of urban green spaces: The case of Umeå, Sweden - Pedro M. Obregon-Santander; Do-hun Kim; Adan L. Martinez-Cruz (Urban Forestry & Urban Greening, 2026)

Characterization of molecular targets as a strategy for the development of new anthelmintics: A literature review - Matheus da Cunha Santos; Amanda Carolina do Carmo Jesus; Manoelito Coelho dos Santos Junior; Mariana Borges Botura (Veterinary Parasitology, 2026)

Drought, heatwave, and fires: The impact on air quality during São Paulo's record-breaking fire season in 2024 - Paola do Nascimento Silva; Vanessa Silveira Barreto Carvalho; Aline Araújo de Freitas; Enrique Vieira Mattos (Urban Climate, 2026)

Biomarkers of acute kidney injury in crotaline envenomation in the Brazilian Amazon - Renato do Carmo Said; Vera Lúcia Teixeira de Freitas; João Guilherme Pontes Lima Assy; Olivia Campos Pinheiro Berreta; Alisson dos Santos Brandão; Isadora Calderaro Soares; Marcelo Ribeiro Duarte; Lia Junqueira Marçal; Emmanuel A. Burdmann; Francisco Oscar de Siqueira França (Toxicon, 2026)

A steroidal plant growth regulator promotes season-dependent growth responses in Psidium genotypes - Sydney Pereira Galvão; Cláudia Sales Marinho; Raudielle Ferreira dos Santos; Rachel Martins da Rocha Silva; Juan Carlos Monteiro do Nascimento; Antônio Elison da Silva; John Enzo Vera Cruz da Silva (South African Journal of Botany, 2026)

Non-destructive estimation of leaf area in sour passion fruit with different leaf morphological patterns using allometric equations - Wedson Aleff Oliveira da Silva; Antônio Gustavo de Luna Souto; João Everthon da Silva Ribeiro; José Francismar de Medeiros; Anderson Rodrigo Luciano da Silva; Fred Augusto Lourêdo de Brito; Rodrigo Rafael da Silva; Maria Helena Menezes Cordeiro; Evandro Franklin de Mesquita; Carlos Eduardo Magalhães do Santos (South African Journal of Botany, 2026)

Centrifuge modeling of tunnel uplift induced by liquefaction under successive seismic motions - Wen-Yi Hung; Jui-Ching Chou; Duc-Trung Tran; Chi-Tam Do (Soil Dynamics and Earthquake Engineering, 2026)

Metallic trace element concentrations, vertical patterns and environmental implications in soils under the “cabruca” agroforestry system of Brazil's largest cocoa-producing region - Tatiana Reis dos Santos Bastos; João Carlos Medeiros; Clistenes Williams Araújo do Nascimento; Paula Nascimento Alves; Pâmalla Graziely Carvalho Morais; Glécio Machado Siqueira; Maria Eugênia Ortiz Escobar; Kaique Mesquita Cardoso; Thomas Vincent Gloaguen; Simone Aparecida da Silva Lins; Cácio Luiz Boechat (Science of The Total Environment, 2026)

Chemical contaminants and microplastics in bivalves from São Paulo coast: A systematic approach supporting management strategies - Yonara Garcia; Victor Vasques Ribeiro; Caio César Achiles Do Prado; Marina De Souza Paço; Ítalo Braga Castro (Regional Studies in Marine Science, 2026)

Evaluation of overflow density flotation for microplastic assessment in highly impacted coastal zones: A methodological case study of Sepetiba Bay, Brazil - Fernanda Souza Oliveira; Tiago Vieira Fernandes; João Lucas Carvalho de Almeida; Marianna de Oliveira da Costa Maia Pinto; Everton Rangel Bispo; Maximilian Sabino Ribeiro; Danieli Martins do Carmo; Antonio Renato Bigansolli; Antonieta Middea; Edla Maria Bezerra Lima; Renata Nunes Oliveira (Regional Studies in Marine Science, 2026)

An integrated framework to detect soil degradation under Brazilian rangelands - Renato Farias do Valle Junior; Tiago Henrique Schwaickartt Feitosa; Fernando António Leal Pacheco; Luís Filipe Sanches Fernandes; Carlos Alberto Valera (Rangelands, 2026)

New Tonian-Ediacaran zircon U-Pb ages and Hf isotopes from arc-related magmatism with adakite-like signatures in the Araçuaí-Ribeira Orogenic System (SE-Brazil): Implications for early Western Gondwana assembly - Joventine Decol; Monica Heilbron; Caroline Peixoto; Samuel Bersan; Henrique Bruno; Marcela Lobato; Elton Dantas; Sandro Mauri; Glenn Chapman; Caliméria Passos do Carmo; Craig Storey; Bruno Dhuime (Precambrian Research, 2026)

Corrigendum to Engineering Bacillus thuringiensis Cyt1Aa to function as a surrogate receptor of Cry1A lepidopteran insecticidal proteins, Pesticide Biochemistry and Physiology 219 (2026) 106970 - Nathaly Alexandre do Nascimento; Mary Carmen Torres-Quintero; Blanca Ines García-Gómez; Isabel Gómez; Sabino Pacheco; Alejandra Bravo; Mario Soberón (Pesticide Biochemistry and Physiology, 2026)

CFD-MoorDyn coupling analysis for mooring line failure events of parked floating offshore wind turbine (FOWT) - Younguk Do; Gyeongseo Min; Haechan Yun; Kangmin Kim; KeoungHyun Jung; Saishuai Dai; Daejeong Kim; Joonmo Choung; Soonseok Song (Ocean Engineering, 2026)

Mechanochemical intercalation of kaolinite with dimethyl sulfoxide: structural evolution and implications for epoxy composite reinforcement - Nalanda Said Rosas; Gabriela Silva da Rocha; Gabriel Fabrício Rocha de Carvalho Pádua; Luis Felipe Siqueira Figueiredo; Roger Hoel Bello; Nayra Reis do Nascimento; Antônio Cláudio Kieling; José Costa de Macêdo Neto (Next Research, 2026)

The lizard Phyllopezus pollicaris (Spix, 1825) as a bioindicator of exposure to natural background radiation in a semi-arid region of Brazil - Leticia Gurgel Bezerra Medeiros Cavalcanti; Julio Alejandro Navoni; Viviane Souza do Amaral; Raul Fernandes Dantas Sales; Eliza Maria Xavier Freire (Mutation Research - Genetic Toxicology and Environmental Mutagenesis, 2026)

Formation and characterization of soil with buried horizon: A case study in southern Brazil - Daniel Nunes Krum; José João Lelis Leal de Souza; Paulo César do Nascimento; Edsleine Ribeiro Silva; Heitor Paiva Palma (Journal of South American Earth Sciences, 2026)

From service provider to investment platform? The limits of cooperative upgrading in Vietnam - Thang Nam Do; Kim Hoan Nguyen; Thi Ha Lien Le; Nhat-Mai Nguyen; Long Chu (Journal of Rural Studies, 2026)

Indoor air exposure to brominated flame retardants in public primary schools and associations with childhood respiratory and skin outcomes - Georges Hatem; Ana Margarida Faria; Minghao Kong; Carla Costa; Klara Slezakova; Maria do Carmo Pereira; Otto Hänninen; Amina Salamova; João Paulo Teixeira; Joana Madureira (Journal of Hazardous Materials, 2026)

Evaluation of the carbon intensity of biomethane under Brazil's National Biofuel Policy (RenovaBio): impacts of system boundary variations - Karina Guedes Cubas do Amaral; Camila Ester Hollas; Vanice Nakano; Nilza Patrícia Ramos; Alessandro Sanches Pereira; Anna Leticia Montenegro Turtelli Pighinelli; Leidiane Ferronato Mariani; Adriana Marlene Moreno Pires; Marcela Valles Lange; Joaquim Eugenio Abel Seabra; Lucas Gonçalves Pereira; Marília Ieda da Silveira Folegatti Matsuura (Journal of Cleaner Production, 2026)

Promising biosurfactant derived from Bacillus velezensis DG5714: A sustainable alternative to synthetic surfactants - Geum-Jae Jeong; Do-Kyun Kim; Dong-Joo Park; Kyung-Jin Cho; Da-Hyeon Yoon; Eun-Byeol Jo; Won-Kyo Jung; Fazlurrahman Khan; Young-Mog Kim (Journal of Environmental Sciences, 2026)

Digital PCR quantification of potential polyhydroxyalkanoates-accumulating microbial populations in wastewater - Byeongmin Chae; Youngrae Jo; Jaehyuk Choi; Jangchun Park; Do Gyun Lee (International Biodeterioration & Biodegradation, 2026)

“Paleo-mangrove forest” biomes of the lower Cretaceous Romualdo Formation, northeastern Brazil: A multi-proxy analysis - Lucas S. Antonietto; André M.V. Alvim; Maria Edenilce P. Batista; Martino Giorgioni; Roberto V. Santos; João V. Queiroz Neto; Damares R. Alencar; Antônio Álamo F. Saraiva; Dermeval A. do Carmo (Gondwana Research, 2026)

Determination of lateral impact zone under vacuum consolidation method: Field study - Tien-Dung Nguyen; Cong Kien Nguyen; Thanh T. Nguyen; Xuan Hoang Do (Geotextiles and Geomembranes, 2026)

Corrigendum to “Prophylactic efficacy of baicalin and carvacrol against Salmonella Typhimurium biofilm on food and food contact surfaces” [Food Res. Int. 187 (2024) 114458] - Md. Ashrafudoulla; Hyojae Yun; Md. Ashikur Rahman; Soo-Jin Jung; Angela jie-Won Ha; Md. Anamul Hasan Chowdhury; Shanjida Shaila; Shirin Akter; Si Hong Park; Sang-Do Ha (Food Research International, 2026)

Neuroprotective Effects of Chungkookjang with Distinct Bacillus Compositions and Biogenic Amine Contents via Suppression of Neuroinflammation and Renin-Angiotensin System Modulation in a Scopolamine-Induced Memory Deficit Rat Model - Do-Yeon Jeong; Yu Yue; Hee-Jong Yang; Chen Li; Myeong-Seon Ryu; Ji-Won Seo; Gwang-Su Ha; Sunmin Park (Food Bioscience, 2026)

Bio-guided fractionation and metabolomics reveal antiglioma potential of a Lepidium meyenii fraction enriched in macamides and polyunsaturated fatty acids - Fernanda V. Carvalho; Irlã S. Lima; Maria do Carmo C. Silva; Jéssica C. Amaral; Maria Fátima G.F. da Silva; Silvia L. Costa; Victor Diogenes A. da Silva; Paulo R. Ribeiro (Food Bioscience, 2026)

Revolutionizing seafood safety with bacteriophages: emerging technologies and applications - Nigar Sultana Meghla; Soo-Jin Jung; Md Furkanur Rahaman Mizan; Syeda Roufun Nesa; IkSoon Kang; Sang-Do Ha (Food Microbiology, 2026)

Microplastic in bivalves from the heavily contaminated Guanabara Bay, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil - Victor Vasques Ribeiro; Yonara Garcia; Caio César Achiles do Prado; Amanda Pereira Santos; Raimara S. Gomes; Andreia N. Fernandes; Ítalo Braga Castro (Environmental Research, 2026)

Retraction notice to “Adsorption and photodegradation of micropollutant in wastewater by photocatalyst TiO2/rice husk biochar” [Environ. Res. 236 (2023) 116789] - Doan Van Thuan; Thi Thu Hien Chu; Ha Do Thi Thanh; Minh Vien Le; Hoang Long Ngo; Cong Lap Le; Huong Pham Thi (Environmental Research, 2026)

Wind-powered active water supply enables multilayer solar steam generation for efficient seawater desalination - Duong Duy Son; Nguyen Thi Bich Ngoc; Vo Quoc Thanh; Le Thanh Tung; Bui Hoang Gia Bao; Do Ta Dinh Vinh; Pham Nguyen Hoang Tan; Nguyen Ba Hung; Nguyen Minh Hoang; Phuong Anh Lam; Van-Duong Dao (Desalination, 2026)

Therapeutic potential of Syzygium cumini L. extract in treating anxiety in adult zebrafish (Danio rerio): Behavioral, toxicological, and molecular evidence involving the GABAergic and serotonergic pathways - Cássia Taiane Viana Moraes; Gabriel Martins de Araújo Sousa; Ariel Falanga de Oliveira; Igor de Codes Soares; Paula Ticiani Alves de Souza; Lucca Moura de Freitas; Mário Guilherme de Paula Sales; Vitória Isabele Gomes Ferreira; Paula Alexandre de Freitas; Saulo Chaves Magalhães; Katarine Ferreira da Silva; Luís Sérgio Fonteles Duarte; et al. (Comparative Biochemistry and Physiology Part C: Toxicology & Pharmacology, 2026)

From larva to adult: Growth, nutritional condition, and trophic ecology of Engraulis anchoita from the northern stock - Marina Do Souto; Daniel R. Brown; Ezequiel Leonarduzzi; Stefanía Cohen; David E. Galván; Marina V. Diaz (Continental Shelf Research, 2026)

Dual sulfur-specific pathways in Ag-sensitized Cr2O3 Nanoarchitectures for robust H2S discrimination in complex gas mixtures - Jae Han Chung; Do Yeong An; Woo-Seok Choi; Yun-Haeng Cho; Eun Ji Ko; Jun Young An; Young Geun Song; Jeong-O Lee; Keunhong Jeong; Yoon-Chae Nah; Jung Hwan Seo; Young-Seok Shim; et al. (Chemical Engineering Journal, 2026)

A new prenylated flavonoid from the rhizomes of Dysosma tonkinense (Berberidaceae) - Nguyen Cong Luong; Nguyen Thi Thu; Le Hong Van Anh; Do Hoang Anh; Ngo Huy Trung; Vu Duc Loi; Tran Minh Ngoc; Do Thi Ha (Biochemical Systematics and Ecology, 2026)

Intensive vegetable farming in tropical mountains reduces bacterial network complexity and alters key soil taxa - Gustavo Souza Lima Sant'Anna; Diogo Paes da Costa; Julia Ferreira Xavier; Daniele Rodrigues Barbosa; Maura Santos Reis de Andrade da Silva; Everaldo Zonta; Nelson Moura Brasil do Amaral Sobrinho; Irene da Silva Coelho (Biocatalysis and Agricultural Biotechnology, 2026)

Essential oil from leaves of Eplingiella fruticosa (Lamiaceae): Chemical characterization and insecticidal activity against Sitophilus zeamais (Coleoptera: Dryophthoridae) - Quéren Hapuque Silva Pereira de Alcântara Vilarim; Thiago Lucas da Silva Lira; Júlio César Ribeiro de Oliveira Farias de Aguiar; Ana Carla da Silva; Patrícia Maria Guedes Paiva; Daniela Maria do Amaral Ferraz Navarro; Thâmarah de Albuquerque Lima; Patryck Érmerson Monteiro dos Santos; Thiago Henrique Napoleão (Biocatalysis and Agricultural Biotechnology, 2026)

Upcycling Cellulosic Waste into Reduced Graphene Oxide Nanostructures for Antibiotic Removal and Sustainable Water Purification - Lucas A. S. de Jesus; Rivaldo L. B. Cabral; Jaime E. S. Ribeiro; Juliana D. Tinôco; Elisama V. dos Santos; José H. O. do Nascimento (Water, Air, & Soil Pollution, 2026)

New host report of Reighardia sternae in the pomarine jaeger (Stercorarius pomarinus; charadriiformes: stercorariidae) stranded in Northeastern Brazil - André Mota Alves; Larissa Mello Figueiredo; Órion Pedro da Silva; Sarah Raquel Jesus Santos Simões; Emanuelle Ferreira dos Santos; Bruna Gomes de Oliveira; Iara Gama de Medeiros; Elaine Knupp de Brito; Claudia Carvalho do Nascimento; Victor Fernando Santana Lima; João Carlos Gomes Borges (Veterinary Research Communications, 2026)

Human–weasel conflict in Egypt: analyzing public reactions on social media to Mustela subpalmata presence in urban areas - Firas Hayder; Zimkitha J. K. Madikiza; Emmanuel Do Linh San (Urban Ecosystems, 2026)

Complementarity of proximal and orbital soil sensing for mapping on-farm soil variability - João Vítor Fiolo Pozzuto; Laura Delgado Bejarano; Henrique Oldoni; Lucas Rios do Amaral (Precision Agriculture, 2026)
Purpose Despite extensive research in digital soil mapping (DSM), the synergy between diverse sensing platforms remains poorly understood. This study evaluates whether proximal and orbital soil sensing are complementarity for mapping on-farm variability. Methods This study evaluated sensor complementarity and redundancy across three agricultural sites totaling 375 ha. The sensing platforms comprised on-the-go electromagnetic induction (EMI) for apparent electrical conductivity (ECa) and magnetic susceptibility, laboratory-based magnetic susceptibility, x-ray fluorescence (pXRF), and visible-near-infrared diffuse reflectance (VNIR). Additionally, synthetic soil images (SYSI) from Sentinel-2 provided spectral bands and Hue-Saturation-Value conversions. Statistical assessment employed unsupervised techniques, namely Spearman’s correlation, Variance Inflation Factor, and Condition Index, alongside supervised models, including stepwise Multiple Linear Regression, Random Forest, and Partial Least Squares Regression. These two latter models quantified variable importance for clay, silt, sand, total organic carbon, and a soil chemical quality index. Results Redundancy diagnostics revealed that SYSI bands and electromagnetic sensors provided overlapping information, whereas VNIR and pXRF yielded complementary data. While full models exhibited slightly higher predictive accuracy, reduced models utilizing only complementary sensors maintained comparable performance, confirming that a parsimonious variable set is sufficient for soil property prediction. In the absence of spectroscopy (pXRF and VNIR), a combination of ECa with SYSI-Red and Saturation bands were identified as a viable complementary alternative, albeit with lower accuracy than the spectroscopy-based models. Conclusion This study establishes that the synergy between VNIR and pXRF sensors optimizes DSM, rendering additional sensors redundant and outperforming single-sensor configurations. Where spectroscopy is unavailable, the joint use of ECa with SYSI-Redand Saturation bands serve as a practical surrogate. Despite a slight reduction in accuracy, this combination remains a viable tool for delineating on-farm soil variability and supporting site-specific management decisions.

Xylem anatomical traits and size shape time-dependent survival patterns of tree species in an Amazonian secondary forest - Beatriz Vitória Barbosa; Fernando Elias; Luane Botelho; Anthony Barbosa; Rodrigo Oliveira do Nascimento; Jos Barlow; Joice Nunes Ferreira; Grazielle Sales Teodoro (Plant Ecology, 2026)

Cyanobacterial products with applications in health and industry - Carolina Previdi Mesquita Barroso; Márcio Barczyszyn Weiss; Samuel Cavalcante Do Amaral; Camila Manoel Crnkovic (Phytochemistry Reviews, 2026)

Development of a prototype system for a rice yield prediction using deep learning - Ho-Young Ban; Seo-Young Yang; Ju-Hee Kim; Jae-Kyeong Baek; Yeong-Seo Song; Yu-Na Kim; Kyung-Do Lee; Sera Jo; Kyo-Moon Shim; Suk-won Roh; Miok Eom; Jiyoung Shon; et al. (Journal of Crop Science and Biotechnology, 2026)

Age-specific climate sensitivity of respiratory hospitalizations in a tropical coastal city: 20-year Random Forest forecasts - Marcos Paulo Santos Pereira; Rafaela Lisboa Costa; Fabricio Daniel dos Santos Silva; Glauber Lopes Mariano; Heliofabio Barros Gomes; Helber Barros Gomes; Djane Fonseca da Silva; João Otávio Alves Accioly; Jean Souza dos Reis; Eva Maria Mollinedo Veneros; Bruno Coelho Bulcão; Marcelo Félix Alonso; et al. (International Journal of Biometeorology, 2026)
Respiratory diseases remain a major public health challenge in tropical coastal cities, where persistent heat-humidity interactions and climate variability shape population vulnerability. This study quantified associations between atmospheric conditions and respiratory hospitalizations in Maceió, Brazil, using a 20-years time series (2000–2019). Weekly hospitalization rates stratified by age (children 0–4 years, adults 5–59 years, elderly ≥ 60 years), were modeled against meteorological variables—including temperature, relative humidity, precipitation, atmospheric pressure, and solar radiation—considering lag structure of 0, 1, and 2 weeks. Random Forest regression models were applied to capture nonlinear relationships and forecast hospitalization rates. Minimum temperature was the dominant predictor, exhibiting strong inverse associations across all age groups (ρ = − 0.65, p < 0.001), with effects persisting up to two weeks. Age-specific patterns were observed: children showed immediate sensitivity to thermal and precipitation variables, whereas elderly populations exhibited delayed responses to barometric pressure and evaporation. Model performance was high for children and adults (R 2 = 0.83–0.90) and moderate for the elderly, with Symmetric Mean Absolute Percentage Error ranging from 13 to 25% across groups. Long-term trends revealed declining hospitalization rates among children and adults, contrasted by stabilization and subsequent increases in the elderly after 2010, consistent with demographic aging and increased climate sensitivity. These findings demonstrate the value of machine learning approaches for modeling complex climate-health relationships and provide a transferable framework for climate-informed respiratory risk assessment and early warning systems in tropical coastal environments.

Polymorphism and genetic structure in Physalis angulata Brazilian germplasm - Erison Martins de Souza; Francisco Gregório do Nascimento Neto; Jéssica Alves Dutra; Alesandro Souza Santos; Adriana Rodrigues Passos; Luiz Cláudio Costa Silva (Genetic Resources and Crop Evolution, 2026)
Physalis angulata is a species undergoing domestication and recognized for its economic relevance due to its high pharmacological and nutritional potential. This study aimed to genetically characterize 14 accessions from a germplasm collection of P. angulata originating from different regions of Brazil. Twelve nuclear microsatellite or simple sequence repeat (SSR) markers were evaluated, of which 11 were polymorphic (SSRs 1, 2, 9, 13, 20, 54, 68, 107, 121, 123, and 126), corresponding to 91.7% polymorphic loci. The 11 polymorphic loci exhibited substantial variation in the number of alleles (Na) (2 to 3/locus) and in expected heterozygosity (He) (0.337–0.663), with values generally higher than those reported in previous research with P. angulata . Allelic distribution was heterogeneous among the accessions, with a private allele detected (1) in a specific subgroup of individuals (PA), indicating uneven genetic variability across the collection. Cluster analysis (Unweighted Pair Group Method with Arithmetic Mean [UPGMA] dendrogram) and principal coordinate analysis (PCoA) revealed the formation of two large groups composed of accessions from different geographic regions, suggesting the absence of a clear geographic pattern of genetic structuring. From an applied perspective, this study represents an initial step towards the genetic characterization of P. angulata germplasm from the semi-arid region of Bahia. The results provide a scientific basis for the development of conservation strategies and future genetic improvement programs for the species.

Contribution of different food outlets to the purchase of unprocessed or minimally processed foods in Brazil - Ariene Silva do Carmo; Larissa Loures Mendes; Ana Beatriz Coelho de Azevedo; Daniela Silva Canella (Food Security, 2026)
There is still little evidence in the literature about the the outlets where unprocessed or minimally processed foods are purchased in world’s low- and middle-income countries. This study describes the purchase of such foods (including fruits and vegetables) for household consumption in Brazil according to food outlet type and geographic location. This study uses data from the Household Budget Surveys 2017–2018 on household purchases of unprocessed or minimally processed foods according to the NOVA classification and of the subgroup of fruits and vegetables. Assessments were made of the relative and absolute share of number of items and fresh weight of unprocessed or minimally processed foods and fruits and vegetables purchased according to food outlets and geographic location of households. Supermarkets were the main outlets for purchase of unprocessed or minimally processed foods, especially in the Central-West, Southeast, and South regions (more developed) and urban areas of Brazil. The second main outlet for purchase of unprocessed or minimally processed in all evaluated strata were mini-markets, with a share similar to that of supermarkets in the North, Northeast regions of Brazil (less developed), or the rural areas. Supermarkets were the main food outlets for fruits and vegetables in all regions, with the exception of the Northeast, where street markets dominated. In conclusion, although supermarkets are the main source of purchase of unprocessed or minimally processed foods in Brazil, purchase in traditional retail stores (such as mini-markets and street markets) remains important, especially for fruits and vegetables.

First description of the complete mitochondrial genomes of the species Amblyomma humerale and Amblyomma geayi (Acari: Ixodidae), Amazon, Pará, Brazil - Lucas Henrique da Silva e Silva; Fábio Silva da Silva; Sandro Patroca da Silva; Paulo Henrique Gomes de Castro; Anita Roberta Stone; Leonardo Henrique Almeida Hernández; Daniel Damous Dias; Sâmia Luzia Sena da Silva; Lucia Aline Moura Reis; Hanna Carolina Farias Reis; Liliane Leal das Chagas; Tania Cristina Alves da Silveira da Cunha; et al. (Experimental and Applied Acarology, 2026)
The genus Amblyomma koch, 1844 contains approximately 138 species, which are mainly distributed in the Afrotropical, Oriental, Neotropical and Australasian zoogeographic regions. This is an important group of arthropod vectors responsible for transmitting a wide range of etiological agents that cause infections and diseases in humans and animals, and is therefore of great interest to public and veterinary health.This study describes and characterizes, for the first time, the complete mitochondrial genomes of the species Amblyomma humerale and Amblyomma geayi . The obtained sequences presented a circular molecule structured in 37 functional subunits with 13 Protein-Coding Genes (PCGs), 22 transfer RNAs (tRNAs), two ribosomal RNA (rRNAs), two replication control regions, and two regions called “Tick-box”. The phylogeny reconstructed using the maximum likelihood method, based on the 13 concatenated PCGs, produced a monophyletic group for the genus Amblyomma , including the investigated sequences. A. humerale and A. geayi were grouped into the clades formed by the subgenera Walkeriana and Anastosiella , respectively. By integrating complete sequences, the approach adopted expands the number of comparable characters, reduces biases associated with the use of isolated mitochondrial markers, and contributes to better statistical support for the recovered nodes, resulting in more stable and interpretable phylogenetic topologies. The data and information generated in this study can contribute to future taxonomic and evolutionary research on the genus Amblyomma .

Genomic and epidemiological insights into a non-toxigenic Vibrio cholerae O1 Ogawa from an autochthonous case in Brazil - André Felipe Santos; Pedro Panzenhagen; Verônica Dias Gonçalves; Laura Fabiana Vieira do Amparo; Joyce Figueira Pereira de Souza; Maria Eduarda Moreira; Maria Luiza Paula Pereira; Emily Moraes Roges; Lucia Helena Berto; Dália dos Rodrigues (European Journal of Clinical Microbiology & Infectious Diseases, 2026)

Effects of climate change: an overview of perceptions, vulnerabilities and adaptations in the northern Pantanal wetland integrated with long-term climate data - Breno Dias Vitorino; Angélica Vilas Boas da Frota; Maria Antonia do Nascimento Arruda; Marcelo Caetano Vacchiano; Josué Ribeiro da Silva Nunes; Carolina Joana da Silva (Climatic Change, 2026)
Climate change poses significant socio-environmental challenges, particularly in sensitive ecosystems such as wetlands. In this context, this study assesses the perceptions, impacts, and adaptive strategies of local communities in response to climate change in the Pantanal wetland, Brazil. We conducted semi-structured interviews in two sampling cycles, 12 years apart (2012 and 2024), to analyze temporal changes in socio-environmental vulnerability. In addition, we examined historical temperature and precipitation data from the past 50 years to compare climate trends with local perceptions. Our findings indicate reduced rainfall, increased prolonged droughts, and associated impacts that directly and indirectly compromise residents’ quality of life. Perceptions of climate change have intensified, with 100% of respondents in 2024 reporting worsening conditions, particularly rising temperatures and increased precipitation unpredictability. The most affected sectors were health, fisheries, and agriculture, with notable declines in outdoor activities. Adaptive responses increased from 70% to 90% of respondents, emphasizing adjustments in planting periods, working hours, and selection/reduction of cultivated species. Historical climate data has confirmed a significant increase in temperature and a decrease in precipitation over the past 50 years, with 2023 being the warmest year on record. Despite the adaptive dynamism of local communities, current strategies may be insufficient to deal with worsening climate conditions. Increasing socio-environmental vulnerability highlights the urgent need for inclusive public policies that integrate scientific knowledge and traditional practices to increase resilience. Strengthening climate governance through technical support and sustainable economic initiatives is essential to safeguard livelihoods and ensure socio-ecological sustainability and quality of life for Pantanal peoples.

Exploring the chemical composition and antimicrobial and mosquito larvicidal activities of the essential oil from Globba annamensis - Do N. Dai; Vo T. Dung; Le T. Huong; Nguyen H. Hung; Bui B. Thinh (Plant Biosystems, 2026)

Evaluation of electrophysiological biomarkers in the Amazonian fish Hyphessobrycon heterorhabdus after menthol exposure - Yure Jefferson da Cruz do Nascimento; Danilo Serrão Moutinho; Sildiane Cantanhêde-Magno; Moisés Hamoy; Lílian Lund Amado (Journal of Comparative Physiology B, 2026)
Electrophysiology is an emerging approach in the context of environmental toxicology, where it represents a non-invasive biomarker that has been little studied in tropical fish. In this study, we evaluated electrocardiographic (ECG) and electromyographic (EMG) responses in Hyphessobrycon heterorhabdus , a native Amazonian species considered a promising biological model for ecotoxicological studies, and Menthol was selected as the pharmacological model for methodological validation in this species. Fish were exposed to 30 mg L − 1 for three minutes and subsequently transferred to clean water to assess recovery. The ECG showed a reduction in heart rate and an increase in the wave intervals in fish exposed to menthol. The EMG recorded the occurrence of transient muscle spasms before a progressive decrease in contraction strength as anesthesia deepened. After recovery, both ECG and EMG tracings returned to baseline conditions, indicating the reversibility of menthol-induced anesthesia. Thus, electrophysiological markers in H. heterorhabdus proved to be effective tools for detecting short-term physiological changes and supports their application in studies involving environmental stressors or chemical exposures.

Evaluation of geochemical changes in coastal aquifers induced by seawater intrusion and CO2 leakage using column experiments - Jisu Jeong; Hyun-Kwon Do; Soyeon Lim; Hakyung Cho; Sung-Wook Jeen (Applied Geochemistry, 2026)

Cutting and loading scenario and radiological dose assessment for spent steam generator decommissioning - Hyun Jin Yu; Do Won Hyeon; Yong Hee Han; Sang Ryeol Yoon; Jong Soon Song; Min Ho Lee (Annals of Nuclear Energy, 2026)

Lateral Heterogeneity of Thermal Stratification and Mixing Dynamics in a Regulated Multi-Inflow Reservoir - Soo Bin Yoon; Chang Hyun Lee; Siyoon Kwon; Young Do Kim (Advances in Water Resources, 2026)

Assessment of vulnerability to mitigate risks in aquaculture areas across 28 coastal provinces of Vietnam: facilitating the selection of optimal farming locations - Toan Quang Le; Huy Xuan Chu; Ngoc Minh Nguyen; Ai Huyen Thi Tong; Huy Quang Bui; Hai Hoang; Anh Ngoc Thi Do (Advances in Space Research, 2026)

Improving Representations of Snow Cover and Surface Energy Balance for Mountainous Meteorological Simulations over the Korean Peninsula - Wonseok Ko; Taehee Kim; Heon-Seok Do; Jimin Kim; Seung-Jae Lee; Inhye Kim; Chan-Yeong Song; Keunchang Jang; Jea-Chul Kim; Kyung-Hwan Kwak (Asia-Pacific Journal of Atmospheric Sciences, 2026)

Sound stimuli alter biometric characteristics, photosynthetic pigments, and morphology of sweet potato plants in vitro - Evilane do Nascimento Monteiro; Marcelo de Almeida Guimarães; Gabrielen de Maria Gomes Dias; Caris dos Santos Viana (Plant Cell, Tissue and Organ Culture (PCTOC), 2026)

Crystallization conditions for shoshonitic magmatism in the Rio Piranhas–Seridó and São José do Campestre Domains, NE Borborema Province - Hemerson Lucas da Costa Silva; Marcos Antonio Leite do Nascimento; Frederico Castro Jobim Vilalva; Rogério Cavalcante; Dhulya Rafaelly das Chagas Rocha (International Journal of Earth Sciences, 2026)

Zinc and lead isotopic signatures in coastal sediment and biota under the influence of shrimp farming effluents: the case study of Todos os Santos Bay, northeast of Brazil - Sara F. Boaventura; Hyeryeong Jeong; Gisele M. Hadlich; Kongtae Ra; Jeremie Garnier; Daniel F. Araújo; Maria do Rosário Zucchi (Marine Pollution Bulletin, 2026)

Total marrow irradiation-based, reduced-intensity conditioning regimen for elderly patients undergoing hematopoietic cell transplantation for hematological malignancies - Leonardo Javier Arcuri; Mariana Kerbauy; Lucila Kerbauy; Juliana Dall’Agnol da Rocha; Carolina Perrone; Tarcila Datoguia; Jade Zezzi Martins do Nascimento; Morgani Rodrigues; Ana Carolina Pires de Rezende; Eduardo Weltman; Roberto Sakuraba; Andreza Alice Feitosa Ribeiro; et al. (Current Tissue Microenvironment Reports, 2026)
Background Elderly patients are increasingly being offered allogeneic hematopoietic cell transplantation (HCT), and several strategies have been developed to meet their needs. The objective of the current study was to report the feasibility of a reduced-intensity busulfan/fludarabine conditioning regimen with total marrow irradiation in older patients. Methods This single-center study included 28 patients aged 60–77 years with a median follow-up of 34 months. Results Overall survival at 2 years was 46%, relapse rate was 30%, and non-relapse mortality was 23%, yielding a progression-free survival of 46%. Rates of grades II-IV acute GVHD, III-IV acute GVHD, and chronic GVHD were 47%, 8%, and 19%, respectively. Only one patient did not achieve neutrophil engraftment. Three patients experienced sinusoidal obstruction syndrome, and all recovered. Causes of death included disease progression ( n = 10), infection ( n = 5, including one COVID-19 case), and acute myocardial infarction ( n = 1). Conclusion Our results demonstrate the feasibility of an intensified, total marrow irradiation-based conditioning regimen in an elderly cohort, primarily comprising transplants from alternative donors for high-risk diseases. Non-relapse mortality was very low, given the patients’ profile, and compares favorably with others reports reduced-intensity regimen with total body irradiation in older patients. Future studies should compare it to the standard reduced-intensity and non-myeloablative regimens.

Assessing karyotype diversity and genome size in underexploited Mimosa L. species (Leguminosae Juss.) - Márcia Vieira de Sousa; Mariana Ellen Costa de Freitas Barbosa; Loane Costa Sampaio; Grazielly Santos da Silva; Jarbson Henrique Silva; Breno Machado de Almeida; Fernanda Aparecida Ferrari Soares; Wellington Ronildo Clarindo; Paulo Sarmanho; Jesus Rodrigues Lemos; Ângela Celis de Almeida Lopes; Marcones Ferreira Costa; et al. (The Nucleus, 2026)
Mimosa L. comprises approximately 620 species of socioeconomic and environmental importance, with about half occurring in the Brazilian Cerrado. Despite this diversity, cytogenetic studies in the genus remain limited, with most restricted to chromosome counts. We investigated 11 populations of seven Mimosa species, focusing on the heterochromatin distribution (CMA + bands), and nuclear DNA content. Polysomaty was observed in root meristem cells of six species, absent only in M. verrucosa , in which only diploid cells were detected. Variation in the number, position, and intensity of CMA + bands was detected both within and among populations. The number of CMA + bands ranged from four in M. caesalpiniifolia (diploid cells) to 104 in M. candollei (octaploid cells), with no apparent phylogenetic pattern. Polysomatic cells generally showed a proportional increase in CMA + bands with ploidy level. Nuclear DNA content varied from 1C = 0.64 pg ( M. sensitiva ) to 1C = 1.55 pg ( M. arenosa ), with no correlation ( r = 0.1417) between ploidy and DNA content. Our results, together with previous reports, indicate that polysomaty is a frequent genomic feature in Mimosa , likely associated with environmental adaptation, growth and development. This study represents the first intra- and interpopulation assessment of heterochromatin variation and nuclear DNA content across multiple Mimosa species, providing novel insights into heterochromatin dynamics and genome organization in this diverse cytogenetically understudied legume genus. This article aligns with SDG 15 (Life on Land) of the UN Agenda for Sustainable Development.

Taxonomic and functional inferences of cultivable endophytic fungi in two endemic Cerrado plants: dominance of Diaporthe across contrasting host phenologies - Mayara Oliveira Sousa Rodrigues; Jefferson Brendon Almeida dos Reis; Alexandra Martins; Danilo Batista Pinho; Lorena Carneiro Albernaz; Helson Mario Martins do Vale (Folia Microbiologica, 2026)
Host phenology is an important determinant of the microbial community, yet how it shapes the evolution and function of endophytic fungi in native plants of the Cerrado remains poorly understood. We investigated cultivable foliar fungal communities in Connarus suberosus (evergreen) and Diospyros lasiocalyx (deciduous) using an integrative approach. A total of 365 isolates were obtained, and most belonged to the genus Diaporthe . Both host plants harbored communities with similar alpha and beta diversity patterns, characterized by high taxonomic dominance and consistent composition. Beta diversity analyses revealed no significant differences in community composition between host species (PERMANOVA, p > 0.05). The high abundance of Diaporthe in both hosts likely contributed to the observed compositional similarity. Phylogenetic community structure was consistent between hosts, characterized by stochastic assembly for most taxa. The only distinct signal was a significant phylogenetic clustering for the genus Diaporthe in the deciduous D. lasiocalyx (NTI = 0.75; p = 0.042), whereas Diaporthe in C. suberosus followed a stochastic pattern (NTI = -0.60; p = 0.677). For non-dominant genera, assembly rules remained stochastic in both host species ( p > 0.05). The bipartite network analysis indicated compartmentalization, with 72.4% of genera classified as specialists. Diaporthe showed significant negative correlations with Penicillium and Colletotrichum ( p < 0.001), indicating non-random association patterns among dominant taxa. Functionally, Mantel analyses indicated that variation in plant-pathogen and litter-saprotroph guilds was associated with taxonomic community structure. Overall, our results indicate that contrasting host phenologies had limited effects on the diversity and composition of cultivable foliar endophytic fungal communities. Instead, both hosts were characterized by similar community structures dominated by Diaporthe , with only a subtle phylogenetic signal detected for this genus in the deciduous host.

Tracing monsoon precipitation, surface–groundwater interaction and seawater intrusion using stable isotopes in a subtropical river system - Nho Lan Nguyen; Thu Nga Do; Christine Stumpp; Michael Stockinger; Melanie J. Leng; Suzanne McGowan; Andrew Large; Andrew C. G. Henderson; Anh Duc Trinh (Hydrological Sciences Journal, 2026)

Pentyl (2E)-3-(3-methoxyphenyl) prop-2-enoate attenuates acute respiratory syndrome induced by intestinal ischemia and reperfusion in rats - Viviane Leal Veloso; Wellington dos Santos Alves; Damião Pergentino de Sousa; João Marcelo de Castro e Sousa; Francisco das Chagas Alves Lima; Boris Timah Acha; Ana Flávia Seraine Custódio Viana; Gisele Alves Medeiros; Clailson da Silva Pinheiro; José Gabriel Fontenele Gomes; Maria Luísa Lima Barreto do Nascimento; João Pedro Alves Damaceno do Lago; et al. (Naunyn-Schmiedeberg's Archives of Pharmacology, 2026)

Dapagliflozin attenuates hepatic steatosis and induces a fasting-mimicking metabolic state in C57BL/6 mice - Pericles Fabrício Gomes-Filho; Carolina da Silva Valentim; Cherley Borba Vieira Andrade; Verônica Aiceles de Medeiros Pinto; Raíssa Leal de Carvalho dos Santos Cunha; Paulo Rogerio Silva de Paiva-Júnior; Rebecca Roosevelt da Conceição Souz Guedes; João Lucas do Céu Amparo; Isalira Peroba Ramos; Luciana Lontro Alves; Aluana Santana Carlos; Jéssica Gomes Pereira; et al. (Naunyn-Schmiedeberg's Archives of Pharmacology, 2026)
Metabolic steatotic liver disease (MASLD) lacks effective pharmacological therapies targeting mitochondrial dysfunction, a central driver of disease progression. We hypothesized that dapagliflozin attenuates MASLD progression by promoting an indirect systemic fasting-mimicking state, thereby proposing the hypothesis of mitochondrial restoring mitochondrial bioenergetics restoration via modulation of the SIRT1–PGC-1α signaling pathway. C57BL/6 mice were fed either a control diet or a high-fat diet, associated, respectively, with drinking water or water with 15% fructose. From the 10th to the 16th week, the animals received, by orogastric gavage, saline solution or dapagliflozin (10 mg/kg). Biochemical analyses, magnetic resonance imaging, oral glucose tolerance tests, stereology, and ultrastructural analysis of the liver, as well as Western blotting using mitochondrial markers, were performed. The study showed that exposure to the high-fat diet associated with fructose effectively mimicked the main aspects of obesity and MASLD. Intervention resulted in a reduction in adiposity without compromising muscle mass, preservation of mitochondrial integrity, improvement in mitochondrial bioenergetics, and attenuation of steatosis and hepatic cellular stress. These results suggest an association with the NT-PGC-1α–NRF1 axis; our study hypothesizes that this acts as a compensatory mechanism. These findings support further investigation of dapagliflozin as a potential therapeutic strategy for MASLD.

Characterisation of Hemicriconemoides litchi from pomelo (Citrus maxima) orchards and its correlation with soil properties - Mai Thi Thanh Bui; Thanh Trung Tran; Ha Manh Tran; Phong Hoang Do; Lan Thi Tuyet Ninh; Nam Van Bui; Tuong Manh Ho; Tu Ngoc Ly; Lam Tien Do; Tien Huu Nguyen (Journal of General Plant Pathology, 2026)

Augmented Reality in Forestry: Current Capabilities, Limitations, and Future Directions - Felipe De Miguel-Díez; Alberto Udali; Francesco Latterini; Frederico Tupinambá-Simões; Philip Chambers; Karol Tomczak; Zennure Uçar; Raquel Lobo-do-Vale; Yannik Wardius; Funda Yildirim; Ebru Bilici; Emilia Tcherkezova; et al. (Current Forestry Reports, 2026)
Purpose of the Review This semi-systematic review examines how augmented reality (AR) was developed and applied in forestry between 2000 and 2025. With a European focus and international scope, it integrates peer-reviewed literature, grey literature, and commercially available tools to capture progress and practice. It maps AR use cases, characterises hardware, software, and data pipelines, assesses Technology Readiness Levels, and identifies barriers, research gaps, and priorities for future deployment. Recent Findings AR in forestry is moving from isolated prototypes towards early operational implementation. The most mature applications are found in forest inventory, urban forestry, and roundwood measurement, where smartphone- and tablet-based tools using Light Detection and Ranging (LiDAR), Red, Green, Blue, and Depth (RGB-D) sensing, Simultaneous Localisation and Mapping (SLAM), and computer vision have reached moderate to high readiness, with some commercially deployed. Head-mounted displays and machine-integrated systems are being tested for stand visualisation, digital tree marking, planting guidance, and harvesting support, but most remain at pilot stage. Most systems cluster around TRL 4–6, while only a limited subset reaches TRL 7–9. Summary AR in forestry is a heterogeneous but rapidly evolving ecosystem of mobile, wearable, and machine-integrated solutions. Persistent barriers include under-canopy tracking instability, weak georeferencing, limited ruggedness and battery life, ergonomic constraints, poor interoperability, and limited validation. AR nevertheless shows strong potential as a human-centred interface, but wider deployment will require forest-adapted localisation, lightweight 3D visualisation, stronger system integration, and closer collaboration across stakeholders.

Development of citrinin-loaded liposomes and in vitro toxicogenetic evaluation on breast cells - Ag-Anne Pereira Melo de Menezes; Maria Luísa Lima Barreto do Nascimento; Antonielly Campinho dos Reis; Michely Laiany Vieira Moura; Taline Alves Nobre; Athanara Alves de Sousa; Jorddam Almondes Martins; Sérgio Eduardo Matos Cazarotti Francisco; João Pedro Alves Damaceno do Lago; Igor Gabriel Barbosa de Sousa; Helber Alves Negreiros; Marjorie Pereira Gualter; et al. (Naunyn-Schmiedeberg's Archives of Pharmacology, 2026)
This study aimed to synthesize a liposomal nanoformulation containing citrinin (LP-CIT) to improve its availability and to evaluate its toxicogenomic profile, focusing on cytotoxic and genotoxic effects in breast cancer (MDA-MB-231) and non-tumorigenic mammary epithelial (MCF-10A) cell lines. The formulation was characterized by macroscopic appearance, pH, particle size, polydispersity index (PDI), zeta potential, encapsulation efficiency, and estability of nanoparticles. Citrinin content, encapsulation efficiency, and liposome stability were evaluated. Cytotoxicity was assessed using MTT, trypan blue exclusion, and flow cytometry. Cell death mechanisms were investigated by mitochondrial membrane potential analysis and expression of apoptotic markers (caspase-9 and BAX). Genotoxicity was evaluated using the comet assay. The liposomal nanosystem consisted of small unilamellar vesicles with a mean diameter of 143.3 nm, a PDI of 0.3, and a positive surface charge (+ 28.5 mV). The average was 63.69 ± 0.18% of citrinin encapsulated in liposomes with stability more than 21 days. Both free citrinin (CIT) and LP-CIT showed cytotoxic effects in MDA-MB-231 and MCF-10A cells, with lower LC₅₀ values observed for LP-CIT. Although LP-CIT induced more pronounced cytotoxic and genotoxic effects in the cancer cell line, toxic effects were also observed in non-tumorigenic cells, indicating limited selectivity. Cell death was associated with mitochondrial membrane depolarization and increased caspase-9 and BAX expression. Both formulations induced DNA damage as detected by the comet assay. Liposomal encapsulation enhanced citrinin biological activity but did not indicate tumor selectivity. Thus, this study represents a toxicogenomic assessment of citrinin and its liposomal formulation for potential therapeutic applicability.

Natural colorants from edible flowers: exploring pigment profiles, phenolic richness, and antioxidant potential - Isabella Barbosa Marques; Filipe Pereira Giardini Bonfim; Viviany Viriato; Beatriz Schenaide Vitória; Gustavo do Carmo Fernandes; Flávia Myllena dos Santos Araújo; Letícia Mateus Corrêa; Daniela Aparecida Teixeira; Jordany Aparecida de Oliveira Gomes; Pricila Veiga-Santos (Natural Product Research, 2026)

A new polyphenol and its derivatives with α -glucosidase and nitric oxide production inhibitory activities from Ochna integerrima species in Vietnam - An Hung Nguyen; Hien Minh Nguyen; Kiep Minh Do; Huong Lien Ton-Nu (Natural Product Research, 2026)

Taxonomic re-identification and biotechnological potential of a Brazilian Aspergillus section Flavi collection: exploring kojic acid production - Maria Tamara de Caldas Felipe; Renan do Nascimento Barbosa; Jadson Diogo Pereira Bezerra; Rafael Barros de Souza; Walter de Paula Pinto Neto; Rayssa Karla Silva; Cristina Maria de Souza-Motta (World Journal of Microbiology and Biotechnology, 2026)
Species of Aspergillus section Flavi are recognized for their ability to produce metabolites, such as mycotoxins and organic acids. Kojic acid has gained widespread recognition in the cosmetics market for its efficacy in lightening skin blemishes. The importance of these species makes their correct identification and preservation essential. This study aimed to re-identify, taxonomically, Aspergillus section Flavi strains stored at the URM culture collection (WDCM 604) in Brazil and to investigate their potential for kojic acid production. Initially, 194 Aspergillus section Flavi strains were reactivated and authenticated based on DNA sequences ( CaM and BenA ). Furthermore, 99 strains were evaluated on synthetic solid medium to verify their ability to produce kojic acid. A representative strain from each species was selected to evaluate kojic acid production via submerged fermentation, using sugarcane molasses and corn steep liquor as carbon and nitrogen sources, respectively. Quantitative analysis of kojic acid was performed by high-performance liquid chromatography. In submerged fermentation, Aspergillus caelatus URM 4242 showed the highest production (10.65 ± 0.4 g/L with a yield of 0.54 g/g). Our results highlight the importance of culture collections, taxonomic re-identification, and assessment of the biotechnological potential of strains deposited in these biobanks.

A new stilbene derivative from the lianas of Gnetum montanum Markgr - Truong Nhat Van Do; Hai Xuan Nguyen; Phong Thanh Nguyen; Dung My Truong; Tho Huu Le; Mai Thanh Thi Nguyen (Natural Product Research, 2026)

Three new phenolic compounds from the rhizomes of Curcuma aromatica with dual α -glucosidase and urease inhibitory activities - Ngoc Thi Hoang; Nga Thuy Thanh Le; Phu Hoang Dang; Hai Xuan Nguyen; Truong Nhat Van Do; Mai Thanh Thi Nguyen; Tho Huu Le (Natural Product Research, 2026)

Multi-response Optimization of Nauphoeta cinerea Residues Torrefaction for Biocoal Production: Advancing Waste-to-Energy and Circular Bioeconomy Pathways - Igor F. Mendonça; Gabriel S. do Vale; Tatiane L. Balliano; Edgar A. Silveira; Romulo C. Dutra; Jefferson S. de Oliveira; Paulo A. Z. Suarez; Grace Ghesti (BioEnergy Research, 2026)
This study provides an original assessment of Nauphoeta cinerea residues, an unconventional and largely unexplored biomass, as feedstocks for biocoal production via torrefaction. By addressing a novel insect-derived resource, the work advances waste-to-energy strategies beyond traditional lignocellulosic and agro-industrial residues. Raw cockroach (RC) and defatted cockroach (DC) biomasses were processed under a Central Composite Design, comprising 26 experiments within 155–325 °C and 12–68 min. Response Surface Methodology was applied to optimize solid yield (SY), energy yield (EY), higher heating value (HHV), and atomic ratios (H/C, O/C). RC achieved superior performance, with SY of 63.66–99.33%, EY of 98.33–134.46%, and HHV up to 27.92 MJ kg –1 . DC presented SY of 69.55–93.19%, EY of 86.84–106.90%, and HHV of 16.21–19.46 MJ kg –1 . Optimal conditions were 180 °C for 60 min for RC (99.10% SY, 24.14 MJ kg –1 HHV, 129.84% EY) and 269 °C for 20 min for DC (87.05% SY, 18.44 MJ kg –1 HHV, 104.53% EY). These results confirm the decisive role of temperature in carbon densification and oxygen depletion, with clear improvements in energy quality. Although nitrogen and ash contents constrain direct combustion, nitrogen-enriched biocoal offers agronomic value through soil fertility improvement and pollutant immobilization. The study reinforces insect residues as potential resources for decentralized energy and circular bioeconomy strategies, contributing directly to the UN Sustainable Development Goal 7 (Affordable and Clean Energy) and Goal 12 (Responsible Consumption and Production).

Integrated scientometric mapping and chemometric profiling of Siparuna guianensis essential oil: chemical variability, antioxidant and biological activity - Danylo Duran Silva Santos; Lucas Villar Pedrosa Silva Pantoja; Joana Julia dos Santos Moraes; Eliza de Jesus Barros dos Santos; Ravendra Kumar; Mateus Machado Lima; Karyme do Socorro de Souza Vilhena; Antônio Maia de Jesus Chaves Neto; Brenda Costa da Conceição; Marta Eduarda Oliveira Barbosa; Eloise Karoline Serrão Cardoso; Cristiane Socorro Ferraz Maia; et al. (Phytochemistry Reviews, 2026)
Siparuna guianensis is a neotropical aromatic species widely used in traditional medicine whose essential oil exhibits diverse biological activities. However, current evidence remains fragmented and strongly influenced by chemical variability across populations and extraction conditions. This study integrates scientometric mapping, multivariate chemometric analysis, and critical pharmacological review to clarify the relationship between chemical composition and biological activity of S. guianensis essential oil. Publications indexed in Web of Science were analyzed to identify research trends, collaboration networks, and thematic focus. Reported chemical composition data were subjected to principal component analysis and hierarchical clustering to define chemotype patterns and associate them with biological outcomes. The literature reveals a highly centralized and chemistry-driven research field dominated by vector-control and pest-management studies, with limited mechanistic pharmacology in mammalian systems. Chemometric results demonstrate pronounced chemical polymorphism, separating monoterpene-rich and sesquiterpene-rich chemotypes. Monoterpene profiles, particularly those dominated by β-myrcene and aliphatic ketones, are mainly linked to insecticidal and repellent effects, whereas sesquiterpene-rich oils containing germacrene D, curzerenone, spathulenol, and α-bisabolol are more frequently associated with antimicrobial, antiparasitic, enzyme-inhibitory, and antitumoral activities. Despite promising results, most studies remain preliminary. Pharmacological translation will require chemotype standardization, mechanistic validation, safety profiling, and advanced formulation strategies to enable reproducible and clinically relevant applications.

Synthesis, antioxidant, and antiproliferative activity of apocynin triazole derivatives containing 3,4-difluorophenyl-cyclopropanamine motif - Maria Carolina Theisen; Bianca Costa Maia-do-Amaral; Isis Apolo Silveira de Borba; Andressa Motta Castro; Jamile Buligon Peripolli; Daniele Rubert Nogueira-Librelotto; Fernando Fumagalli (Natural Product Research, 2026)

An undescribed alkaloid from Crinum latifolium L.: structural elucidation and evaluation of its biological activity - Tuan Anh Hoang Le; Ngo Van Hieu; Nguyen Tien Dat; Vu Thi Trang; Pham Van Cong; Do Thanh Tuan; Vinh Le Ba; Lo Van Xanh; Tran My Linh; Pham Thi Hoe; Le Quynh Lien (Natural Product Research, 2026)

Probiotic and Technological Potential of Enterococcus faecium EM03, Isolated From Brazilian Semi-hard Cheese - Emanuela Stefany de Oliveira Maciel; Giovanni Eiji do Nascimento Ozaki; Bruna Peregrino de Souza; Marluci Palazzolli da Silva-Padilha; Inaie Reinecke; Elaine Cristina Pereira De Martinis; Izabela Alves Gomes; Mary Hellen Fabres Klein; Fabricio Luiz Tulini (Probiotics and Antimicrobial Proteins, 2026)
Probiotics have gained increasing attention due to their potential health benefits, antimicrobial properties, and role in promoting overall well-being. In this context, the identification of novel bacterial strains with relevant functional properties and high stability under food processing conditions is essential. This study aimed to identify an isolate from Brazilian semi-hard cheese and assess the presence of virulence genes and genes involved in biogenic amine production, as well as to evaluate bacteriocin production and the in vitro probiotic potential of the strain. Additionally, the strain was microencapsulated by spray-drying to enhance its resistance under gastrointestinal and storage conditions. The isolate was identified as Enterococcus faecium EM03 through 16 S rDNA gene sequencing. In vitro safety testing showed susceptibility to most antibiotics tested, with resistance only to ciprofloxacin and gentamicin. Molecular analyses confirmed the absence of genes associated with biogenic amine synthesis and key virulence factors typically considered in Enterococcus safety assessments ( ace , asa 1, cyl A, ef aA, esp , and gel E). Conversely, genes associated with bacteriocin production ( ent B, ent P, L50AB, Ian M, and Ian C) were detected, supporting the results showing inhibition of Listeria monocytogenes and E. faecalis by proteinaceous compounds. Additionally, the strain showed high resistance under simulated gastrointestinal conditions, and microencapsulation by spray-drying further enhanced its stability, allowing probiotic survival for up to 60 days and maintaining good resistance to simulated gastrointestinal conditions while keeping the microparticle properties consistent. Overall, E. feacium EM03 showed strong probiotic potential, combining safety, antimicrobial properties, and technological stability, supporting its use in the development of functional foods.

Bile Acids as Functional Additives in Plant-Based Tilapia Diets: A Dose-Response Study on Growth, Lipid Metabolism, and Hepatoprotection - Cleber Fernando Menegasso Mansano; Daniely Alves Rodrigues; Mayra Lizett González-Félix; Kifayat Ullah Khan; Thiago Matias Torres do Nascimento; Andressa Tellechea Rodrigues; Luan Souza do Nascimento; Beatrice Ingrid Macente; Wilson Massamitu Furuya (Fishes, 2026)
The replacement of fishmeal with plant-based ingredients in aquafeeds, while economically and environmentally advantageous, can impair lipid metabolism and liver function in fish due to the lack of specific bioactive compounds such as bile acids (BAs). BAs are amphipathic steroid molecules that facilitate lipid digestion and act as signaling hormones, yet their optimal inclusion levels in conventional, balanced diets for Nile tilapia (Oreochromis niloticus) remain undefined. This study evaluated the effects of dietary BA inclusion on growth performance, feed efficiency, body composition, and serum biochemical parameters of juvenile Nile tilapia (GIFT strain, initial weight 18.04 ± 3.67 g) and estimated the optimal inclusion level. Six isoproteic (320 g kg−1) and isoenergetic (3300 kcal kg−1) plant-based diets were formulated with increasing BAs levels (0, 50, 100, 200, 400, and 600 mg kg−1) and fed to quadruplicate groups for 45 days. Only the Linear Response Plateau (LRP) model converged for weight gain data, estimating the optimal BA level at 479.70 mg kg−1, with a plateau weight gain of 76.60 g. Inclusion of the 50–600 mg kg−1 BAs significantly improved specific growth rate (up to 4.53%), crude protein retention efficiency (up to 81.11%), and whole-body crude protein content (up to 50.52%) compared to the control (p

Chemical composition, biological activities, and in silico insights of Citrus nobilis leaf essential oil from Dak Lak, Vietnam - Truong Nhan Ngu; Thi Bich Hanh Dam; Phuong Dai Nguyen Nguyen; Hoai An Thi Nguyen; Thi Kim An Nguyen; Phi Hung Nguyen; Tien Lam Do; Viet Tuan Trinh; Viet An Thi Nguyen; Tien Khi Nguyen; Dao Cuong To (Vegetos, 2026)

Residual effect of silicate fertilization on ratoon sugarcane under water deficit conditions: plant biomass, nutrient element concentrations, and Si:C:N:P stoichiometric ratios - Steffany Daiana da Costa Berto; Fabiano Simplicio Bezerra; José Edson Florentino de Morais; Lucas Yago de Carvalho Leal; Martha Katharinne Silva Souza Paulino; Cicero Aparecido Ferreira Araújo; Bruce Schaffer; Clístenes Williams Araújo do Nascimento; Edivan Rodrigues de Souza (Plant and Soil, 2026)
Background and objectives Silicon (Si) has been widely reported to enhance tolerance to abiotic stresses, including drought, in several crops. However, the long-term effects of soil-applied Si remain insufficiently explored. This study aimed to assess dry matter production, plant nutritional status, C:N:P:Si stoichiometry, and soil Si availability in ratoon sugarcane under water deficit and the residual effect of an amorphous silica-derived fertilizer (ASF). Methods Ratoon sugarcane was grown under two levels, 40% or 80%, of maximum water retention capacity (MWRC) and four residual Si rates (0, 78, 117, and 156 kg ha⁻ 1 ) applied in the previous cycle. Biomass production, leaf nutrient concentrations, uptake of Si and macronutrients (N, P, K, Ca, Mg, and C) and, C:N:P:Si stoichiometric ratios, and soil Si concentrations were determined. Results The 80% MWRC treatment combined with 156 kg ha⁻ 1 promoted increases of 34% in leaf and 78% in stalk dry matter relative to the 40% MWRC treatment. Leaf Si concentration rose from 2.47 to 6.64 g kg⁻ 1 between 0 and 156 kg ha⁻ 1 . At 40% MWRC, the 156 kg ha⁻ 1 Si rate increased leaf N and P concentrations by 27% and 84%, respectively, compared with the control. The lowest soil Si concentrations were observed in the soil 15–30 cm layer, with mean values of 9.76 and 10.22 mg dm⁻ 3 under 40% and 80% MWRC, respectively. Conclusion Residual Si significantly improved biomass production and leaf nutritional status of ratoon sugarcane under water deficit. The nutrient extraction and export sequence for cultivar RB041443 was K > N > Si > Ca > P > Mg.

A probabilistic oil spill risk assessment framework for the northwestern Pacific marginal seas: application to the waters surrounding the Korean Peninsula - Haesang Jeong; Choong-Ki Kim; Ki-Young Bang; Do-Youn Kim; Jong-Hwui Yun; Hyunjung Hong; Seongsuk Lee (Frontiers in Marine Science, 2026)
Introduction Oil spills in the marginal seas surrounding the Korean Peninsula pose major ecological and socioeconomic threats, yet proactive spatial risk assessment remains limited because spill occurrence, transport-mediated exposure, and receptor sensitivity are often conflated. Methods We developed a high-resolution probabilistic Oil Spill Risk Assessment (OSRA) framework that explicitly separates spill likelihood from modeled oil exposure probability and integrates exposure with environmental and socioeconomic receptor sensitivity. Spill likelihood was mapped on a 300 m grid using 20 years of spill records, AIS-derived vessel traffic and collision likelihood, oil transport volume, and coastal oil storage capacity. A total of 310 representative spill locations were identified and 31,000 oil spill fate and trajectory simulations were conducted using 100 seasonally stratified release times. Results The resulting simulations were used to estimate oil exposure probability, which was subsequently combined with receptor sensitivity to generate an integrated spatial risk map. The Yellow Sea exhibited the highest oil exposure probabilities and overall risk, particularly in shallow semi-enclosed coastal areas where tidal flats, wetlands, and fisheries coincide with persistent oil retention. The South Sea showed moderate risk with localized hotspots near major industrial and port areas, whereas the East Sea exhibited generally low risk because receptor sensitivity was lower and open-coast circulation promoted rapid dilution and offshore advection. Discussion By distinguishing spill likelihood, transport-mediated exposure, and receptor sensitivity, the framework explains why areas with frequent spill sources do not necessarily correspond to the highest shoreline risk. The proposed OSRA framework provides an operationally relevant basis for prioritizing prevention, preparedness, and response planning and is adaptable to other heavily trafficked marginal seas under comparable data conditions.

Children's perceptions of the health of packaged food: Preferences differ according to packaging attributes and temperamental impulsivity - Manuela Rigo; Michael Do; Paul Harrison; Meghan Kelly; Claire Margerison; Wender L.P. Bredie; Annemarie Olsen (Appetite, 2026)

Seasonal and circadian dynamics of Ageratum conyzoides essential oil and its application in tick control - Carla Janaina R.M. do Rosário; Aldilene da S. Lima; Caio P. Tavares; Rayane C. Souza; Lívio M. Costa-Júnior; Pablo Luis B. Figueiredo; Viviane C.S. Coimbra; Cláudia Q. da Rocha (Veterinary Parasitology, 2026)

Estimating soil hydraulic conductivity by Inverse Laplace Transform - Marcelo Camponez do Brasil Cardinali; Jarbas Honorio Miranda; Quirijn de Jong Van Lier; Tiago Bueno Moraes (Soil and Tillage Research, 2026)

Corrigendum to “Global assessment of extreme value analysis for significant wave height” [Ocean Eng. 359 Part 2 (2026) 125841] - Rafael Afonso do Nascimento Reis; Pedro Veras Guimarães; Leandro Farina; Stephan Paul; Thiago Pires de Paula; Eric Oliveira Ribeiro (Ocean Engineering, 2026)

Wave-induced effects on tidal turbine performance and structural loading: A CFD study across varying submergence depths - Kangmin Kim; Gyeongseo Min; Haechan Yun; Younguk Do; KeoungHyun Jung; Weichao Shi; Daejeong Kim; Soonseok Song (Ocean Engineering, 2026)

Climate change is likely to negatively affect a marine apex predator (Steno bredanensis, Cetacea) and its prey on the coast of Brazil - Juliane do Nascimento Ferreira; Mariana M. Vale; Guilherme Maricato; Israel Maciel; Liliane Lodi; Fabio G. Daura-Jorge; Lucas Milmann; Milton C.C. Marcondes; Rodrigo H. Tardin (Marine Environmental Research, 2026)

Mantle compositional architecture and diamond potential of the Alto Paranaíba Igneous Province, Brazil: Insights from garnet xenocryst compositions in kimberlites - Julia C. Bandeira; Rogério G. Azzone; Luanna Chmyz; D. Graham Pearson; Izaac Cabral-Neto; Excelso Ruberti; Vincenza Guarino; Luísa D.V. Carvalho; Qiwei Zhang; Chiranjeeb Sarkar; Lina M. Cetina; Antônio Vítor Braga do Espírito Santo (Lithos, 2026)

Thermal responses of rats exposed to continuous or intermittent 915 MHz mobile phone RF signals - Hye Sun Kim; YoungIm Kim; Sang Bong Jeon; Jung-Ick Moon; Hyung Do Choi; Ae-Kyoung Lee; Young Hwan Ahn (Journal of Thermal Biology, 2026)

Dopaminergic expression and the regulation of foraging in response to water stress - J. Frances Kamhi; Dajia Ye; Jason Chen; Han Lam Do; Corinne W. Marble; Jonathan Starcke; Ignacio Arganda-Carreras; Deborah M. Gordon (Journal of Insect Physiology, 2026)

Corrigendum to “Heavy metal-induced proteomic profiles associated with disease risk in environmentally vulnerable populations” [J Hazard Mater 511 (2026) 142267] - Min Heo; Sora Mun; Nam-Eun Kim; Hyeongyu Shin; Ah Ra Do; Jeeyoung Kim; Jung-Yeon Kwon; Sujin Seo; Hyein Han; Yong Min Cho; Young-Seoub Hong; Hee-Gyoo Kang; et al. (Journal of Hazardous Materials, 2026)

First diagnosis and treatment of acquired autoimmune myasthenia gravis in a dwarf rabbit - Do Na Lee; Seung-Yoon Ahn; Seong Chan Yeon (Journal of Exotic Pet Medicine, 2026)

Histopathological, immunohistochemical and polymerase chain reaction diagnosis of Trypanosoma vivax in various organs of experimentally infected Creole sheep - Júlia Marques; Jéssica A. Withoeft; Gustavo W. Pandolfo; Luiz F.N. do Nascimento; Thierry G. de Cristo; Fabiano Z. Salbego; Joely F.F. Bittar; Renata A. Casagrande; Luiz C. Miletti (Journal of Comparative Pathology, 2026)

Petrography and pore-scale assessment of CO2 mineral trapping potential of sedimentary strata beneath the lower mainland British Columbia, Canada - Paula Ramirez-Lopez; Shahin E. Dashtgard; Marc Enter; Matthew Power; Dirk Kirste; Maziyar Nazemi; Francyne Bochi do Amarante (International Journal of Greenhouse Gas Control, 2026)

Magnetic field effects on methane–air combustion and emissions in an optical constant volume combustion chamber - Jhe-Kai Lin; Son Hoang Do; Wei-Cheng Wang; Chun-Hao Chiu; Po-Wei Chen; Thong Duc Hong (Fuel, 2026)

Development and characterization of seriguela (Spondias purpurea) water kefir: metagenomic insights and functional potential of a spray-dried probiotic powder - Giovanni Eiji do Nascimento Ozaki; Emanuela Stefany de Oliveira Maciel; Bruna Peregrino de Souza; Marluci Palazzolli da Silva-Padilha; Nádia Monalisa Mendes Oliveira Santos; Júlio César Santos Oliveira; Volnei Brito de Souza; Fabricio Luiz Tulini (Food Research International, 2026)

The invisible burden: A meta-analysis of methodological evolutions and the reassessment of microplastic concentrations in human tissues - Jaque Willian Scotton; Alessandro Cazonatto Galvão; Denise Ortigosa Stolf; Maria Lucia do Carmo Cruz Robazzi; Weber da Silva Robazza (Environmental Pollution, 2026)

A digital twin framework for decision-support and optimization of EV charging infrastructure in localized urban systems - Bui Khanh Linh Do; Thanh H. Nguyen; Nghi Huynh Quang; Doanh Nguyen-Ngoc; Laurent El Ghaoui (Computers, Environment and Urban Systems, 2026)

Microporous photocrosslinked silk-tropoelastin hydrogels for tissue engineering applications - Hien A. Tran; Anton Maraldo; Nona Farbehi; Trinh Thi-Phuong Ho; Priyanka Kuriakose; Vinh Khanh Doan; Thao Nhu Anne Marie Vuong; Marija Kordanovski; Mahsa Haghighattalab; Kekini Kuppan; Cong Chi Nguyen; Syamak Farajikhah; et al. (Chemical Engineering Journal, 2026)

Tailored medium-entropy Si alloy anodes with multi-element Fe-site substitution for high-performance Li-ion batteries - Byeong Guk Kim; Jung-Hyeok Park; Jihyeon Ryu; Kyungmin Do; Dong Gyun Hong; Tae-Hyun Kwon; Oh Sung Kwon; Insung Jang; Jaeik Hyun; Geon-Hyoung An; Youngoh Kim; Geon-Woong Lee; et al. (Chemical Engineering Journal, 2026)

Enrichment of coordinatively unsaturated Pd sites in Pd/CeO2 via facile mechanochemical synthesis for efficient methane oxidation - Gyu Hyun Jang; Dong Chan Park; Jun Hee Yoon; Do Heui Kim (Chemical Engineering Journal, 2026)

Engineered iNK cell-derived exosomes with sequential chitosan-galactose coating for ASGR1-targeted therapy of nonalcoholic steatohepatitis - Hyeryeon Oh; Seongje Hong; Ji-Hee Kwon; Yeseo Lee; Panmo Son; Hyeonah Kim; Eun Ji Lee; Young Wook Ki; Do Won Hwang; Kyung Oh. Jung; Won Il Choi (Chemical Engineering Journal, 2026)

Highly stretchable metallized spandex fibers for large-strain sensing and flexible electromagnetic interference shielding - Uiseok Hwang; Ji Wang Yoo; Soochan Kim; Jaeuk Sung; Jae-Do Nam (Chemical Engineering Journal, 2026)

Operational dual bicarbonate stabilization enables chemical-free high-rate vinasse second-stage methanogenesis with energy and cost benefits - André do Vale Borges; Lucas Tadeu Fuess; Elis Watanabe Nogueira; Leonardo Matias de Oliveira Filho; Renan Coghi Rogeri; Julia Mendes; Márcia Helena Rissato Zamariolli Damianovic (Bioresource Technology, 2026)

Metabolite-mediated biocontrol by Penicillium brevicompactum: antifungal and nematicidal activities of solid-state fermentation-derived extracts - Clara Resende de Souza Castro; Amanda do Carmo Alves; Victor Hugo Buttrós; Filippe Elias de Freitas Soares; Cristina Ferreira Silva (Biocatalysis and Agricultural Biotechnology, 2026)

Structuring Environmental Pollution Research: A Bibliometric Synthesis of Review Literature, Thematic Priorities, and Geographic Patterns (1985–2024) - Matheus Cavalcante-Silva; Christiane do Nascimento Monte; Wilson Machado (Water, Air, & Soil Pollution, 2026)
Environmental pollution research has expanded rapidly over recent decades, resulting in a fragmented body of scientific knowledge. This study provides a bibliometric synthesis of global pollution research between 1985 and 2024, based on 1,447 Scopus-indexed publications, treating review and bibliometric articles as analytical units to examine the structure, thematic organization, and geographic distribution of the field. Publication dynamics, citation patterns, collaboration networks, keyword co-occurrence, and temporal metrics were combined to identify priorities and patterns. Results reveal an exponential increase in review-based scientific output since the mid-2010s, reflecting a growing demand for synthesis-oriented research. China, India, and Brazil together account for more than 40% of total publications, underscoring the growing role of emerging economies in pollution-related knowledge production. Bibliometric mapping identifies four dominant thematic clusters structured around metals, microplastics, wastewater and sewage, and development approaches, with trend trajectories revealing soil metal bioremediation, microplastic impacts, wastewater treatment pathways, and sustainability-oriented pollution research. Collaboration network analysis shows a highly fragmented structure dominated by small, theme-specific clusters, with a particularly prominent and persistent focus on Antarctic pollution syntheses, reflecting the role of polar environments as reference systems in global pollution research. A complementary narrative synthesis of recent review literature (2020–2024) further identifies greenhouse gases and organic compounds as recurrent thematic domains in review literature, alongside a growing emphasis on integrative, multidisciplinary syntheses across environmental compartments and scales. Overall, this study maps the evolving structure of environmental pollution research, indicating dominant thematic priorities, geographic asymmetries, and the growing role of integrative, and cross-disciplinary synthesis.

Canopy structure, dry matter intake and performance of Holstein × Gyr cows (Bos taurus taurus L. × Bos taurus indicus L.) under rotational stocking in Urochloa spp. pastures - Natalia Avila Soares; Carlos Augusto de Miranda Gomide; Patrícia do Rosário Rodrigues; Domingos Sávio Campos Paciullo; Mirton José Frota Morenz; Angelo Herbet Moreira Arcanjo; Fernando Antônio de Souza; Fernanda de Kássia Gomes; Pedro Drummond Rodrigues; Ângela Maria Quintão Lana (Tropical Animal Health and Production, 2026)
Pasture-based dairy systems require well-adapted forage cultivars and appropriate grazing management to sustain milk production while maintaining favorable sward structure. The objective of this study was to evaluate the performance of Holstein × Gyr crossbred cows and the productive and structural characteristics of Paiaguás grass pasture ( Urochloa brizantha cv. BRS Paiaguás) and Ipyporã grass pasture ( Urochloa brizantha × Urochloa ruziziensis cv. BRS Ipyporã), under rotational stocking during two rainy season. For the agronomic variables, a completely randomized design was adopted in a split-plot design: two grasses and three experimental phases, with twelve paddocks evaluated per phase. The arrangement for milk yield and milk composition was the complete switchback trial, and for dry matter intake, it was the cross-over. Paiaguás grass showed greater herbage mass, accumulation and herbage accumulation rate. Ipyporã grass showed a greater leaf: stem ratio (1.54 vs. 1.02) and greater volumetric density (127.45 vs. 108.15 kg DM cm ha − 1 ). Milk yield did not differ between cultivars or experimental phases with an average value of 107.65 L ha − 1 day − 1 ). Stocking rate was higher in Paiaguás grass pasture compared with Ipyporã grass (7.71 vs. 6.90 AU ha − 1 ). Dry matter intake differed between cultivars only in phase 2, when it was higher for Ipyporã grass compared with Paiaguás grass (2.21 vs. 1.97% of body weight, respectively). Both cultivars supported a great milk yield when managed with 41 cm pre-grazing height for cv. BRS Ipyporã and 63 cm for cv. BRS Paiaguás, and 50% defoliation.

Optimizing Cell Isolation for Adipose- and Synovium Derived Mesenchymal Stem Cells from Infrapatellar Fat Pad - Yeeun Kim; Hee-Woong Yun; Sujin Noh; Sumin Lim; Jun Young Chung; Jae-Young Park; Do Young Park (Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine, 2026)

Lupeol as a modulator of bacterial resistance mediated by the MepA efflux pump in Staphylococcus aureus - Nara Juliana Santos Araújo; Camila Aparecida Pereira Silva; Cicera Datiane Morais Oliveira-Tintino; Gabriel Gonçalves Alencar; Maria do Socorro Costa; Ana Raquel Pereira da Silva; Juliete Bezerra Soares; Janaína Esmeraldo Rocha; Saulo Relison Tintino; Vanessa Lima-Bezerra; Henrique Douglas Melo Coutinho; Vanessa Leopoldino Coelho Rodrigues; et al. (Naunyn-Schmiedeberg's Archives of Pharmacology, 2026)
Bacterial resistance constitutes one of the main threats to global public health, driving the search for therapeutic strategies capable of restoring the effectiveness of antimicrobials. Among the mechanisms involved, efflux pumps stand out, reducing the intracellular concentration of drugs and contributing to multidrug resistance. In this context, inhibitors of these pumps emerge as a promising approach, as they increase the intracellular concentration of antibiotics. Natural compounds, such as the triterpene lupeol, have been investigated as potential modulators of bacterial resistance due to their relevant biological activities. This study evaluated, from a mechanistic perspective, the ability of lupeol to inhibit the MepA efflux pump in the K2068 strain of Staphylococcus aureus . The minimum inhibitory concentration (MIC) was determined, efflux inhibition assays were performed, membrane permeability analysis was conducted using Sytox Green, ethidium bromide fluorescence was evaluated, RT-qPCR was performed, and molecular docking was performed. The results demonstrated that lupeol exhibits isolated antibacterial activity considered without clinical relevance (MIC ≥ 1024 µg/mL); however, it reduced the MIC of ciprofloxacin and ethidium bromide, indicating inhibition of the MepA pump. No alteration in membrane permeability and an increase in ethidium bromide fluorescence were observed with increasing lupeol concentration. RT-qPCR showed inhibition of mepA gene expression. In molecular docking, the compound presented a binding energy of − 9.01 kcal/mol, with van der Waals, hydrophobic, and hydrogen bonding interactions. It is concluded that lupeol shows potential as an efflux pump inhibitor, acting on the functional inhibition of the pump and the negative regulation of mepA gene expression, thus configuring itself as an adjuvant strategy in combating bacterial resistance.

Synthesis and characterization of chitosan-functionalized nanostructured lipid carriers with temozolomide: cytotoxic effects and chromosomal instability in human glioblastoma cells - Helber Alves Negreiros; João Pedro Alves Damaceno do Lago; Victor Alves de Oliveira; Lia Raquel Alves Silva; Ana Carolina Lima de Melo; Igor Gabriel Barbosa de Sousa; Jefferson da Cruz Esteves; Sérgio Eduardo Matos Cazarotti Francisco; Samuel Lemos Paiva; João Pedro Crispim Guerra Rodrigues; Lucas Medeiros Martins Carvalho; Pedro Henricke Oliveira de Souza; et al. (Naunyn-Schmiedeberg's Archives of Pharmacology, 2026)
Multiform glioblastoma (GBM) is the most aggressive primary brain tumor, associated with high heterogeneity, treatment resistance, and poor survival. Temozolomide (TMZ), although the main chemotherapeutic agent used, shows limited efficacy due to low solubility, chemical instability, and acquired resistance. In this context, nanostructured systems can enhance their antitumor efficacy. This study aimed to develop and characterize chitosan-functionalized nanostructured lipid carriers loaded with Temozolomide (NLCTQ), as well as to assess their biological activity in human glioblastoma cells (U87-MG). Lipid nanoparticles functionalized with chitosan were prepared by hot emulsification and sonication. Physicochemical characterization included DLS, zeta potential, FTIR, and HPLC for drug quantification and encapsulation efficiency. Biological activity was evaluated in U87-MG cells using the cell viability assay MTT and trypan blue, the comet assay, the spheroid model, fluorescence cell death, and the CBMN assay. The formulation presented a homogeneous nanometric size and positive zeta potential, although with moderate encapsulation efficiency (39%). Biological assays demonstrated that NLCTQ significantly reduced cell viability, overcoming the U87-MG cell line’s resistance to TMZ by achieving cytotoxicity at doses up to 20 times lower than free TMZ. Additionally, NLCTQ promoted the formation of biomarkers of chromosomal instability, such as micronuclei, bridges, and nuclear buds, which may explain the observed cytotoxic effects. Together, the results indicate that TMZ nanoencapsulation in NLCTQ enhances its antitumor efficacy, representing a promising strategy to overcome the limitations of conventional chemotherapy in glioblastoma treatment.

Water Deficit and Salinity Stresses Alone or Simultaneously: How Are Exogenous Salicylic Acid-Mediated Tolerance Mechanisms Enhanced in Young Citrus Plants? - Milton Carriço Sá; Raul Antonio Araújo do Bonfim; Maiara Costa Silva; Vinícius Alves Rodrigues; Laélcio Novato Ribeiro Filho; Gustavo Kawan Almeida Costa; Camila Valentim Silva Sousa; Rosilene Gomes de Souza Pinheiro; Matheus Ferreira Almeida; Natália Deniz Brito; Marcela Ferraz e Silva; Paulo Araquém Ramos Cairo (Journal of Plant Growth Regulation, 2026)
Water deficit and salinity pose significant challenges to the cultivation and distribution of citrus plants ( Citrus sinensis ) worldwide. Although these two types of abiotic stress are harmful throughout the biological cycle, they can become critical for plant survival and establishment in the early development stages. This study aimed to investigate the effects of salicylic acid (SA) foliar application on the physiological and biochemical traits of young citrus plants subjected to water deficit and salinity conditions, either alone or simultaneously. A greenhouse experiment was conducted with seven-month-old citrus plants subjected to four growing conditions - no stress, water deficit (WD), salinity (S), and WD + S - and pre-treated with SA application at 0, 1, 2, and 4 mM. Results showed that water deficit and salinity reduced gas exchange and damaged the photosynthetic apparatus by increasing reactive oxygen species (ROS) levels. Simultaneous stresses caused more photosynthetic pigment degradation and reduced gas exchange than water deficit and salinity stresses alone. The application of 2 mM SA mitigated the adverse effects of stress by improving osmoregulation and enhancing antioxidant enzyme activity and phenolic content. Furthermore, it prevented electrolyte leakage and ROS accumulation, with the intensity of these effects varying depending on the type of stress. SA also improved gas exchange under individual stresses, while increasing water-use efficiency under combined water deficit and salinity. These findings suggest the foliar application of SA as an effective strategy to improve tolerance to water deficit and salinity, whether occurring individually or in combination, in young post-transplanted citrus plants.

Syagrus coronata fixed oil attenuates inflammation, oxidative stress and pulmonary alterations in L-arginine-induced pancreatitis - Bruna de Sousa Gomes; Beatriz Meyruze Barros da Fonsêca; Laís Ruanita Leopoldina Galvão; Beatriz Estandislau Lins de Carvalho; Paulo Henrique Eloi Fernandes; Edymilaís da Silva Sousa; Anderson Arnaldo da Silva; Júlio César Ribeiro dede Oliveira FariasAguiar; Daniela Maria do Amaral Ferraz Navarro; Alisson Macário de Oliveira; Wêndeo Kennedy Costa; Márcia Vanusa da Silva; et al. (Inflammopharmacology, 2026)
Acute pancreatitis is an inflammatory condition characterized by an intense systemic inflammatory response and increased oxidative stress, which may compromise distant organs such as the lungs. In this context, natural compounds with antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties have been investigated as potential therapeutic agents. Therefore, this study aimed to evaluate the effect of the fixed oil from Syagrus coronata in an experimental model of L-arginine-induced acute pancreatitis. Pancreatitis was induced in mice by two intraperitoneal injections of L-arginine (8%, 4 g/kg). Animals were orally treated with Syagrus coronata fixed oil (ScFO) at doses of 25, 50, or 100 mg/kg after disease induction. Serum biochemical parameters (amylase, lipase, and glucose), inflammatory cytokines (IL-1β, IL-6, and TNF-α), oxidative stress markers in lung tissue (MDA, SOD, and CAT), and histological alterations were evaluated. Pancreatitis induction significantly increased amylase, lipase, glucose, inflammatory cytokines, and lipid peroxidation, while reducing antioxidant enzyme activity in lung tissue. Treatment with ScFO at 50 mg/kg reduced amylase (35.12%), lipase (40.74%), and glucose levels (20.24%), whereas the 100 mg/kg dose produced reductions of 56.44%, 59.26%, and 30.95%, respectively. Decreases in IL-1β (32.05% and 52.56%), IL-6 (31.34% and 52.99%), and TNF-α (29.55% and 50%) were also observed at doses of 50 and 100 mg/kg. In lung tissue, the oil reduced MDA levels by 34.78% and 54.71% and increased SOD and CAT activity at higher doses. The 25 mg/kg dose showed no significant effect. These findings indicate that ScFO exerts a protective effect in experimental pancreatitis by reducing systemic inflammation and oxidative stress, particularly at doses of 50 and 100 mg/kg.

Effects of anthropogenic influences in the DNA methylation and expression of genes involved in the metabolism of Geophagus surinamensis from the Pará River (Amazon, Brazil) - Luana Beatriz Sales Pinon; Flávia dos Santos Tavares; Bruno Rafael Ribeiro de Almeida; Cesar Martins; Luis Adriano Santos do Nascimento; Adauto Lima Cardoso; Renata Coelho Rodrigues Noronha (Ecotoxicology, 2026)
The Amazon region has been experiencing increasing anthropogenic pressures, especially in Barcarena, Pará, Brazil, where industrial activities such as aluminum refining and chemical processing have led to repeated contamination events. This study aimed to understand how multiple environmental stressors from an industrial complex affect Geophagus surinamensis , a native Amazonian fish, at the molecular level. We analyzed muscle, liver, and gill tissues of G. surinamensis collected in Barcarena, Abaetetuba, and Breves. We conducted DNA methylation analysis of the promoter regions of the cyp1b1 (involved in pollutant metabolism) and slc16a12b (a molecule transporter) genes using methylation-specific PCR (MSP) and quantified their expression. A hemimethylation pattern was found in all studied tissues and sampling sites for the cyp1b1 gene, whereas methylation patterns were more frequently observed for slc16a12b . Gene expression varied across sites and tissues. Muscle showed the highest expression of both genes, followed by liver and gills, with cyp1b1 more active than slc16a12b . In the gills, the expression levels of the two genes were positively correlated. These findings show that G. surinamensis exhibits biological responses to pollution and can be used as a bioindicator species. The study highlights the importance of using native species and molecular biomarkers to monitor the environmental impacts of industrial pollution in the Amazon.

Plumage colour of Blue-capped Manakin males predicts female visitation rates but does not signal avian haemosporidian infection - Fernando Teófilo; Mariane Bosholn; Alan Fecchio; Jason D. Weckstein; Érica Do Vale; Marina Anciães (Journal of Ornithology, 2026)

Recent advances and trends in oral absorption enhancements of GLP-1 receptor agonist formulations - Do-Hyub Kim; Joo-Eun Kim (Journal of Pharmaceutical Investigation, 2026)

Ecotoxicological effects of a matrine-based botanical insecticide on edaphic invertebrates in a tropical soil - Eduarda Busatta; Felipe Ogliari Bandeira; André Júnior Ogliari; Leandro do Prado Ribeiro; Paulo Roger Lopes Alves; Dilmar Baretta; Carolina Riviera Duarte Maluche Baretta (Applied Soil Ecology, 2026)

Extreme temporal clustering of solar flares in AR 13663/13664: magnetic topology and recurrence time in May 2024 - Bruno Fernandes Garcia; Joaquim Eduardo Rezende Costa; Luis Eduardo Antunes Vieira; Alisson Dal Lago; Christofher do Vale Pena; José Matheus da Silva Rocha; Idowu Raji (Advances in Space Research, 2026)

Comparative Feeding Performance of Magallana gigas and Argopecten irradians: Implications for Sustainable Spatial Management in Intensively Cultured Coastal Waters - Hyun Jeong Lim; Mi Seon Park; Yonghyun Do; In Joon Hwang; Jung Jun Park; Soryung Shin (Fishes, 2026)
Sustainable management of intensive aquaculture areas requires a profound understanding of the feeding interactions between cultured species and their environment. This study compared the seasonal feeding performance of the Pacific oyster Magallana gigas and the bay scallop Argopecten irradians on the southern coast of Korea using the biodeposition method. Our results demonstrated significant interspecific differences: M. gigas adopted a ‘high-throughput’ strategy with superior filtration rates, whereas A. irradians exhibited a ‘pre-ingestive selective’ strategy characterized by higher pseudofeces production and particle rejection. Based on these findings, we propose three core spatial management strategies: (1) horizontal re-arrangement to optimize food utilization by positioning high-efficiency filter feeders upstream; (2) a dynamic vertical positioning strategy to mitigate metabolic stress during environmental shifts; and (3) an environmental management model incorporating species-specific biodeposition loads. These strategies provide a scientific foundation for maximizing growth efficiency while ensuring the ecological sustainability of intensive aquaculture systems.

Environmental Drivers and Biogeographic Patterns of South American Endemic Ants: Insights From IUCN Red List Assessments - Facundo Alvarez; Lívia Pires do Prado; Joudellys Andrade‐Silva; Fabricio Beggiato Baccaro; Nathalia Sampaio da Silva; Aldair de Souza Medeiros; Glécio Machado Siqueira (Journal of Biogeography, 2026)
Aim South American endemic ants play a central role in terrestrial ecosystems but remain poorly integrated into continent‐scale conservation assessments. Their distributions and community composition have likely been shaped by past climatic dynamics and persistent refugia. Here, we evaluate how historical climate stability and recent climatic change have influenced the distribution and turnover of endemic South American ants, testing the hypothesis that niche conservatism and differential species responses to temperature and precipitation drive patterns of historical persistence and compositional change. We further hypothesize that regions with low climate change velocity acted as refugia sustaining higher compositional stability from the LGM to the present. Methods Using IUCN‐validated occurrence data and ensemble species distribution models projected for the LGM and current climates, we derived binary suitability maps, calculated climate change velocity and quantified species co‐occurrence and turnover (TITAN2 and Jaccard turnover). Model ensembles demonstrated high predictive power (mean AUC = 0.905; Sørensen = 0.901) and enabled robust mapping of gains, losses and stable refugia across species. Results It was identified an average required range shift of ~0.017 km·yr. −1 , with 43% niche loss, 32% persistence (refugia) and 25% predicted gains across species; climatic thresholds in minimum winter temperatures and precipitation variables were key drivers of species responses. Main Conclusions These findings highlight climatically stable regions as conservation priorities for endemic ants and emphasize the urgency of preserving historical refugia under ongoing climate change.

Nutritional Efficiency for Fertigated Sugarcane Varieties Under Deficit Irrigation Strategies - Nathália Lopes Ribeiro; Rubens Duarte Coelho; Fernando da Silva Barbosa; Lucas da Costa Santos; Daniel Philipe Veloso Leal; Jonathan Vásquez Lizcano; Eusímio Felisbino Fraga Júnior; Timóteo Herculino da Silva Barros; Marcos Antonio Correa Matos do Amaral; Jéfferson de Oliveira Costa (Irrigation and Drainage, 2026)
Among the many factors that limit sugarcane crop yield, the precise supply of nutrients and water under drip irrigation systems can be the shortcut to higher yields in the field. This research aimed to evaluate the nutritional efficiency of fertigated sugarcane varieties under deficit irrigation strategies. The experiment was conducted in a rain‐out shelter with the soil type Oxisol Typic Ustox. The experimental design adopted was randomized blocks, with three complete blocks. The treatments were distributed in a factorial scheme (4 × 8), totalling 32 treatments and 96 experimental plots. Four irrigation strategies and eight commercial sugarcane varieties (CTC15, CTC17, RB867515, RB92579, RB931011, RB966928, IAC5000 and NCo376) were studied. Leaf, sheath, pointer and stalk samples were ground for determination of macronutrient and micronutrient contents. All the nutrients had greater quantities allocated to the stalk. The CTC15 variety accumulated a greater quantity of nutrients and was more efficient in terms of gross sugar yield, whereas RB966928 was more efficient in terms of the production of total recoverable sugars and the production of apparent sucrose. The 100% irrigation level provided greater accumulation of nutrients in the aboveground parts, whereas the 50% irrigation level resulted in higher values of nutrient use efficiency.

Climate Predicts Tree Dispersal Strategies Across Brazil's Ecosystems - Fernanda C. Souza; Vinícius Andrade Maia; Renata Françoso; Matheus Coutinho Freitas de Oliveira; Ana Beatriz Ligo; Bruno X. Pinho; Jesús Aguirre‐Gutiérrez; Martin Sullivan; Larissa Rocha‐Santos; Laura de Brito Évora; Leonardo de Sousa Miranda; María Natalia Umaña; et al. (Global Ecology and Biogeography, 2026)
Aim We investigate the distribution of dispersal modes — endozoochory (via animal ingestion), synzoochory (via animal seed accumulation) and anemochory (via wind)—and seed mass of woody plants across Brazilian ecosystems, testing whether their relative abundance in local plant communities could be predicted by climate, edaphic factors and dispersal agents (e.g., the main vectors moving seeds). We expected climate to be the main predictor of dispersal strategy abundance. Location Brazilian ecosystems (Amazon, Atlantic Forest, Cerrado and Caatinga). Time Period 2004–2020. Major Taxa Studied Woody angiosperms, trees and shrubs. Methods We assigned seed mass to 1984 species and dispersal mode to 2203 species within 300 old‐growth and non‐flooded plots. We employed Random Forest regressions to assess the influence of water availability, temperature seasonality, soil fertility, wind and frugivorous primates on the community‐weighted means of seed mass and dispersal modes. We mapped predictions and estimated the area of applicability to identify regions where predictions were reliable. Results Climate was the main factor predicting tree dispersal strategies, followed by dispersal agents or soil properties. Endozoochory was prevalent in wetter regions with high water availability and greater diurnal temperature range. Anemochory was more common in drier regions with low water availability, stronger winds and greater diurnal temperature range, whereas synzoochory was more abundant in areas with low temperature seasonality. Heavier seeds were more prevalent in regions with less seasonal temperatures, smaller diurnal temperature ranges and weaker winds. Main Conclusions Climate is a key predictor of the distribution and prevalence of plants with contrasting dispersal modes and seed masses. We thus expect functional responses to environmental change associated with shifts in the relative abundance of dispersal strategies, with implications for ecosystem services. Our results also highlight the critical role of plot‐based datasets in improving our understanding of how environmental factors influence seed dispersal strategies across tropical ecosystems.

Petasma as a Reliable External Indicator of Male Sexual Maturity in Penaeus schmitti : Integrating Morphological, Biometric and Histological Analyses - H. Castro‐Neto; C. Craveiro; M. G. do Rêgo; P. G. V. Oliveira; R. Soares; S. Peixoto (Fisheries Management and Ecology, 2026)
Understanding male sexual maturity in penaeid shrimp is crucial for stock assessment and size‐based management; however, maturity criteria remain heavily biased toward females and rarely validated for males. This study evaluated whether petasma fusion is a reliable external indicator of male sexual maturity in white shrimp Penaeus schmitti from Northeast Brazil and estimated size at first maturation using an integrative morphometric, histological, and statistical approach. Forty‐five males were classified according to petasma condition, morphometrically measured, histologically examined along the reproductive tract, and analyzed using individual‐level binomial logistic regression. The estimated cephalothorax length at first maturation was CL 50 = 2.24 cm (95% CI: 2.06–2.43), with a strong model performance (Nagelkerke R 2 = 0.80). Histological analysis revealed complete categorical agreement between external morphology and internal reproductive status: all males with unfused petasma lacked mature spermatozoa and exhibited only early germ cells, whereas all males with fused petasma presented the complete spermatogenic series and fully differentiated spermatozoa in the terminal ampulla. The relationship between petasma length and body size showed negative allometry, indicating a proportionally smaller investment in petasma growth relative to somatic growth. ANCOVA detected a significant maturity effect on the intercept, but not on the slope, demonstrating a discrete proportional change in petasma dimensions at maturation, rather than a change in growth trajectory. These findings demonstrate that petasma fusion is a robust and nondestructive indicator of physiological maturity in male P. schmitti . The results of the analysis combining petasma, histology, and length at first maturity indicated that petasma is a reliable indicator for validating physiological maturity and that male reproductive indicators should be formally incorporated into penaeid fishery management structures.

Application of an artificial neural network model for predicting unconfined compressive strength of expansive soils - Thanh-Hai Do (Journal of Earth System Science, 2026)

Food deserts and swamps in a Southern Brazilian conurbation: socio-spatial determinants of the urban food environment - Vinícius Lopes Giacomin; Miyoko Massago; Sanderland José Tavares Gurgel; Ualid Saleh Hatoum; Rogerio do Lago Franco; Luciano de Andrade (Food Security, 2026)
This study examines the spatial distribution of healthy and unhealthy food outlets and assesses how commonly used metrics of food deserts and food swamps relate to socio-spatial characteristics in a medium-sized Brazilian conurbation. Spatial accessibility was measured using population-based indicators of outlet density within walkable distances, and associations with socioeconomic and urban structure variables were analyzed using spatial autocorrelation and regression models. Food outlets were strongly concentrated in central, consolidated urban areas, with both healthy and unhealthy establishments following similar spatial patterns. Areas classified as food deserts were mostly located in peripheral zones with lower overall commercial density, while food swamps were more widely distributed. Access to healthy food outlets was positively associated with income and urban consolidation, and negatively associated with peripheralization and distance to arterial roads. However, classifications of food deserts and food swamps proved highly sensitive to methodological choices and closely aligned with broader patterns of urban structure. In a context of generally high spatial accessibility, these metrics appear to capture relative differences in commercial density rather than absolute constraints on food access. These findings suggest that density-based spatial indicators should be interpreted with caution, as they may more reflect underlying socio-spatial organization, rather than meaningful inequalities in access to food.

The Novel Strain Lactiplantibacillus plantarum KM2: A Promising Starter for Fermented Foods and a Potential Probiotic for Functional Foods - Chaerin Park; Sojeong Heo; Seung-Eun Oh; Sumin Lee; Minkyeong Kim; Yura Moon; Gawon Lee; Moon-Hee Sung; Do-Won Jeong (Probiotics and Antimicrobial Proteins, 2026)

What is Ranatra macrophthalma Herrich-Schäffer, 1849 (Insecta: Hemiptera: Nepidae)? Male genitalia and geometric morphometrics hold the answer - Francisca Barbara e Silva Barros; Fabiano Stefanello; Suzane Evaristo dos Santos; Sheyla Regina Marques Couceiro; Carlos Augusto Silva de Azevêdo; Leandro Juen; Jeane Marcelle Cavalcante do Nascimento (International Journal of Tropical Insect Science, 2026)
Defining species boundaries or proposing synonymies remains a challenging task. In such cases, quantifying morphological or molecular variation provides critical support for developing robust taxonomic hypotheses. Within this framework, Geometric Morphometrics (GM) offers a quantitative and replicable approach for assessing shape variation. Here, we applied GM techniques to quantify variation in the apex and subapical tooth of the paramere (non-intromittent male genitalia) in selected species of Ranatra (Insecta: Hemiptera: Nepidae), aiming to clarify the taxonomic status of Ranatra bachmanni De Carlo, R. magna Kuitert, and R. macrophthalma Herrich-Schäffer, whose original descriptions were based solely on body size and coloration. A total of 100 male specimens were examined, including the holotypes of R. bachmanni and R. magna . Bidimensional shape data were obtained using four landmarks and 28 semi-landmarks plotted on the distal portion of the right paramere. The dataset was analyzed using exploratory approaches (boxplots, Principal Component Analysis [PCA], ANOVA, and discriminant analysis [CVA]). While centroid size differed significantly among species, shape differences were not statistically significant. PCA revealed substantial morphospace overlap, and CVA correctly classified only 47.5% of the specimens. Additionally, shape exhibited residual allometric effects, with smaller parameres, more frequently observed in R. macrophthalma , tending to have shorter apices. However, considerable variation was still present, and no interspecific differences were detected in the subapical tooth. Our findings support the synonymy of R. bachmanni and R. magna with R. macrophthalma , highlighting the importance of GM in solving taxonomic uncertainties.

Waste yeast of the genus Saccharomyces from the beer, wine, and sugarcane ethanol industries: valorization pathways and perspectives for the production of food ingredients - Edilene Souza da Silva; Nicole Novelli do Nascimento; Júlio Abel Alfredo dos Santos Simone Come; Carmen Sílvia Favaro-Trindade (Critical Reviews in Food Science and Nutrition, 2026)

Evaluation of the genes CYP85A2, BZR1, and CAD1 in the attenuation of cadmium in seedlings of the species Schizolobium parahyba var. amazonicum (Huber ex Ducke) Barneby (PARICÁ) under different concentrations of 24-epibrassinolide - Erick dos Santos Ribeiro; Cândido Ferreira de Oliveira Neto; Ednaldo da Silva Filho; Igor Guerreiro Hamoy; Ana Ecídia de Araújo Brito; Dênmora Gomes de Araújo; Juliana Freitas do Nascimento; Evelyn Luane Pinheiro de Figueiredo; Dayane dos Santos Costa; Lilian Tatiana Costa Barros; Vinícius Oliveira Amancio (Environmental Science and Pollution Research, 2026)
The Amazonian species paricá ( Schizolobium parahyba var. amazonicum ( Huber ex Ducke ) Barneby ) accumulates cadmium (Cd) primarily in the roots, but the lack of understanding of gene modulation in response to this metal and the phytohormonal mechanisms complicates its relevance in the rehabilitation of degraded areas. Therefore, the present study aims to examine the expression of the CYP 85 A 2 and BZR1 genes, precursors of 24-EBL, in the production of chelating proteins by the CAD1 gene in seedlings of the Paricá species, under various concentrations of CdCl 2 and 24-EBL. The experiment was conducted in a growth room at the Laboratory of Studies on Biodiversity of Higher Plants (EBPS) at the Federal Rural University of Amazon (UFRA), Belém-Pará Campus, following a completely randomized experimental design (CRD), in a 4 × 3 factorial scheme, totaling 60 experimental units with four treatments of CdCl 2 (0, 50, 100, and 150 µM) and three doses of 24-epibrassinolide (0, 20, and 40 nM). The data were subjected to analysis of variance (ANOVA) ( p < 0.05), and the differences between treatments were analyzed using Tukey’s test ( p < 0.05). The biometric variables indicated a significant reduction in root length due to the harmful effect of CdCl 2 . Additionally, losses in Chl a , Chl b , and Chl a + b were observed due to the entry of Cd 2+ into the leaf tissues. Despite this, the CYP 85 A 2 , BZR1 , and CAD1 genes showed greater expression in the aerial part with varying doses of 24-EBL, while CAR and ACN were affected by increased CdCl 2 , indicating a genetic adjustment in the upper parts of the plants to cope with Cd toxicity and maintain biological functions.

Association between COVID-19 booster vaccination and influenza mortality: a nationwide retrospective cohort study using the SIVEP-Gripe database in Brazil - Daniele Melo Sardinha; Natália Melazo Machado Neves; Tamires de Nazaré Soares; Marcos Jessé Abrahão Silva; Lidiane Assunção de Vasconcelos; Luany Rafaele da Conceição Cruz; Karina Faine Freitas Takeda; Natasha Cristina Oliveira Andrade; Suziane do Socorro dos Santos; Felipe Costa Soares; Neiva José da Luz Dias Júnior; Yan Corrêa Rodrigues; et al. (Immunologic Research, 2026)
To identify clinical and epidemiological predictors of mortality among patients hospitalized with laboratory-confirmed influenza in Brazil during 2024, and to evaluate the association of vaccination and antiviral therapy with clinical outcomes. We conducted a nationwide retrospective cohort study using the Brazilian SIVEP-Gripe surveillance database. All hospitalized patients with RT-PCR–confirmed influenza and known outcomes were included. Multivariable logistic regression was initially performed to explore predictors of mortality. To more rigorously assess the association between COVID-19 booster vaccination and mortality, a propensity score–based inverse probability of treatment weighting (IPTW) approach was applied, with weights truncated at 10. E-values were calculated to assess robustness to unmeasured confounding. A total of 15,995 hospitalized influenza cases were included, with an overall case fatality rate of 12.1%. Influenza A predominated (88.0%) and was associated with higher mortality than Influenza B. In IPTW-weighted models, COVID-19 booster vaccination remained independently associated with reduced mortality (OR 0.90, 95% CI 0.84–0.97; p = 0.007). Additional risk factors included dyspnea, respiratory distress, and low oxygen saturation, as well as comorbidities such as obesity, diabetes, liver disease, and immunosuppression. Protective factors included influenza vaccination (OR 0.77) and oseltamivir use (OR 0.81). The model demonstrated good discrimination (AUC = 0.81, 95% CI 0.80–0.82). The E-value for the booster association was 1.46, indicating moderate robustness to unmeasured confounding. Influenza mortality in Brazil is primarily driven by age, comorbidities, and clinical severity at presentation, but is significantly mitigated by vaccination and antiviral therapy. The observed association between COVID-19 booster vaccination and reduced mortality suggests a possible heterologous immune effect, although causality cannot be established. These findings support integrated immunization strategies targeting multiple respiratory pathogens.

A decade on: the tailings legacy in Rio Doce water quality - Luciana Pena Mello Brandão; Bianca Loureiro do Valle; Renata Cristina Henedino Amancio; Winnícius Muniz dos Santos Sá; Arielli Giachini Zavaski; Estevão Emerick de Oliveira Eller; Leticia Malta Costa; José Fernandes Bezerra-Neto (Environmental Monitoring and Assessment, 2026)
In 2015, the collapse of the Fundão tailings dam released millions of cubic meters of mine waste into the Rio Doce Basin, causing profound and lasting environmental impacts. We analyzed 3 years of seasonal variation of water quality and metal concentrations across two middle Rio Doce sub-basins: one impacted by the tailings (Doce River) and a non-impacted reference system (Santo Antônio River). We hypothesized that tailings-associated variables (e.g., turbidity, Mn, As, Fe, Al) would differ in concentration and seasonality between the sub-basins, reflecting altered ecological responses nearly a decade after the collapse. Multivariate analyses (PCA, PERMANOVA) and mixed-effects models revealed significant spatial and temporal differences, with the impacted sub-basin showing persistently higher turbidity and metal loads, especially during the rainy season. Cluster analysis identified spatial groups corresponding to contamination gradients relative to the tailings source and confluence zones. Overall, our results demonstrate that the legacy of the tailings continues to shape water quality dynamics and suspended particulate matter in the Rio Doce system, highlighting the need for ongoing, spatially explicit monitoring to support ecosystem recovery and management.

Comparative performance of CTG-3D and resazurin assays in low-density gelatin-alginate bioprinted mesenchymal stromal cell constructs - Isabela Souza Marques; Maria Eduarda Oliveira Borges; Manuela Abrantes do Rego; Karina Ribeiro Silva Pereira; Genilza Pereira de Oliveira; Débora dos Santos Ornellas; Erika Afonso Costa Cortez Marques; Alessandra Alves Thole; Simone Nunes de Carvalho (In vitro models, 2026)

Arts-led co-creation in contested coastal futures - Diego Galafassi; Shane Akoni Palact-Nelsen; Krista Johnson; Charles Kealoha Leslie; Mahenaz Chowdhury; Pascale Terra Deau; Margaréta Pintér; Manoel de Souza Ramos; Sara Kollberg; Leidiane Aranha do Nascimento Alves; Samiya Selim; Adina Paytan; et al. (Sustainability Science, 2026)
Coastal social-ecological systems face intensifying pressures from climate change, extractive industries, and competing claims to space and resources. These conflicts carry profound justice dimensions about who benefits from coastal resources and whose knowledge counts in decision-making. Beyond technical management challenges, we can view these as contested futures where different groups envision fundamentally different possibilities for places and communities. While sustainability science has increasingly turned to arts-based approaches, important gaps persist in understanding how artistic engagement actually operates in practice. Most studies analyze creative outputs while leaving the generative process itself under examined. Through reflexive analysis of arts-led co-creation in three contested coastal settings—embroidery workshops with displaced women in Bangladesh, stop-motion animation with fishing communities in Brazil, and documentary filmmaking with Indigenous cultural practitioners in Hawaii—we identify three interwoven orientations that characterized our work: relational co-creation, pluriversal attunement, and collective imagination. We discuss these as cultivable sensibilities that shaped how we navigated collaboration in contested contexts. Our analysis reveals how these orientations unfolded through specific practices, what they enabled, and where they met limits. By opening the co-creative process as a site of inquiry, we contribute practice-based evidence of how arts-led work actually unfolds in contested coastal contexts.

oral functional limitation and long-term frailty trajectories: a 6-year cohort study of community-dwelling older adults in Korea - Kyung-Yi Do; Chang Won Won; Miji Kim; Joong-Yeon Lim (GeroScience, 2026)

“I felt like a lone ranger”: experiences of Australian families living with KIF1A-Associated Neurological Disorder - Kara Miwa-Dale; Kimberley Norman; Belinda Dawson-McClaren; Jeanette Harris; Wendy A. Gold; Trang T. Do; Simranpreet Kaur (Journal of Community Genetics, 2026)
KIF1A- Associated Neurological Disorder (KAND) is a heterogeneous group of ultra-rare neurodegenerative conditions. Severe forms of KAND, classified within the broader category of childhood dementia, lead to progressive loss of motor, communication and cognitive skills with markedly reduced life expectancy. Although the disorder is genetically and clinically defined, little is known about how families experience diagnosis and ongoing care. To address this gap, we conducted the first empirical investigation into the lived experiences of families living with KAND. Fifteen semi-structured interviews were conducted with 16 parents of individuals with KAND; one interview also included an individual living with KAND. Data were analysed using inductive content analysis. Families described healthcare journeys shaped by frustration and uncertainty, with early concerns frequently dismissed, diagnoses delayed, and access to clinicians with relevant expertise limited. These challenges were compounded by the financial, administrative, psychological and relational strain associated with the complex care needs of KAND. Families reported unmet support needs, including limited access to condition-specific information, difficulties navigating formal support systems, and uncertainty surrounding long-term care planning. In response to these gaps, parents emphasised the need for clearer diagnostic pathways, coordinated multidisciplinary care, and a centralised network of informed healthcare professionals. In the absence of formal support, families relied heavily on peer support networks for information and psychosocial connection. By identifying previously undocumented gaps in rare disease service delivery and support, these findings highlight opportunities to improve clinical genetics practice, strengthen support pathways, and guide future research aimed at enhancing quality of life for individuals with KAND and their families.

Age-related differences in angle-specific change-of-direction performance in basketball: a network analysis - Tércio Araújo do Rego-Barros; Douglas Eduardo Ferreira Maia; João Victor Cavalcanti Fraga; Eduardo Magalhães Souto-Maior; João Vitor de Araújo-Silva; Giordano Márcio Gatinho Bonuzzi; Paulo Felipe Ribeiro Bandeira; Fábio Yuzo Nakamura; Rafael dos Santos Henrique (German Journal of Exercise and Sport Research, 2026)
Purpose This study aimed to analyze the associations between change of direction (COD), high-intensity intermittent capacity, vertical jump, and linear sprint performance in basketball athletes and to explore differences in network analysis between the U‑17 and U‑23 age groups. Methods In total, 54 basketball players (U-17 = 38, U‑23 = 16) participated in the study. The modified 505 (180°) and V-cut (45°) tests were used to assess COD performance. Linear sprint performance (5 m, 10 m, and 25 m), lower-limb power (countermovement jump and squat jump), and high-intensity intermittent capacity (30-15 IFT) were also measured. Correlations and network analyses were performed to evaluate the relationships among the variables. Results The U‑17 group exhibited moderate-to-large correlations between COD performance and all physical tests ( r = −0.22 to −0.78). By contrast, the U‑23 group showed correlations primarily between the modified 505 COD and linear sprint performance ( r = −0.45 to −0.64). Network analysis revealed that the physical determinants become more densely interconnected in older athletes (U-23 sparsity: 0.278; U‑17 sparsity: 0.472), suggesting that performance characteristics become more interdependent. In addition, while linear sprint performance showed the highest closeness (1.218) and strength (1.283) values in the U‑17 group, indicating its major influence in the network analysis, COD performance had the greatest impact on the network structure in U‑23 players with higher closeness (1.304) and strength (1.314). Conclusion Younger athletes benefit from general physical development, with improvements in one physical capacity transferring to others. By contrast, U‑23 athletes appear to have more specific needs related to COD performance.

Platelet-rich plasma as a xeno-free alternative to fetal bovine serum for in vitro expansion of adipose-derived mesenchymal stromal cells and isolation of extracellular vesicles - Ana Carolina Borges Campos; Anne Moraes de Monção; Natália Ferreira Haddad; Almir Jordão da Silva-Junior; Camila Hubner Costabile Wendt; Ana Célia Sá de Carvalho; Tathiana Proença Pampolha; Leandra Santos Baptista; Ana Luiza Frango de Sant’Anna; Denise de Abreu Pereira; José Marques de Brito Neto; Rosalia Mendez-Otero; et al. (In vitro models, 2026)

Plant-based single-use packaging alters decomposition and biodiversity patterns in tropical streams - Viviane Caetano Firmino; Juan Mateo Rivera-Perez; Leandro Juen; Jeane M. Cavalcante do Nascimento; Neusa Hamada; Raul Bismarck Pinedo-Garcia; Renato Tavares Martins (Chemosphere, 2026)

Cross-attention driven RGBD fusion in lightweight CNN–Transformer for real-time stress classification of seedlings during robotic transplanting - Yu Zheng; Seong-Min Kang; Do-Hwan Kim; Yunde Shen; Kyeong-Hwan Lee (Computers and Electronics in Agriculture, 2026)

New host record for Meloidogyne javanica: implications for jambu cultivation in the Amazon region - Carla Caroline Santana Muniz; Raylane Monteiro de Melo; Francisco Laurimar do Nascimento Andrade; Isabelle Caroline Bailosa do Rosário; Edicleide Macedo da Silva; Ricardo Koroiva; Rivanildo Junior Ferreira; Lucas da Silva Santos; Rafaelle Fazzi Gomes; Pedro Luiz Martins Soares (Crop Protection, 2026)

Survival at a cost: Corals endure microplastic and nanoplastic pollution by sacrificing energy reserves - Kiara Lange; Christine Ferrier-Pagès; Léna Canestrier; Cécile Rottier Henry; Maria-Isabelle Marcus Do Noscimiento; Eric Béraud (Marine Pollution Bulletin, 2026)

Spatial variability in growth patterns and condition factors of Glossogobius olivaceus across Northern and North Central Vietnam - Chi Linh Do; Ha Thanh Nguyen; Chi Quynh Nguyen; Mai Ngoc Tran Nguyen; Hau Duc Tran (Regional Studies in Marine Science, 2026)

Sediment facies regulate organic and shell-derived carbonate carbon storage in the Shinan tidal flats, Korea - Yoon-Seo Kim; Yeo-Bin Park; Ji-Won Park; Eui-Joo Kim; Sang-Pil Lee; Seung-Jun Lee; Do-Hun Ryu; Ji-Su Ko; Jun-Mo Kim; Jae-Hoon Park; Yong-Sik Hong; Sang-Kyoung Lee; et al. (Regional Studies in Marine Science, 2026)

Levisticum officinale essential oil prevents paracetamol-induced hepatotoxicity by decreasing oxidative stress - Denise Caroline Luiz Soares Basilio; Paloma Kênia de Moraes Berenguel Lossavaro; Isabelly Teixeira Espinoça; Paola Mayara Valente Coronel; Joyce dos Santos Lencina; Olivia Lopes Lucier; Naira Ferreira Anchieta; Saulo Euclides Silva-Filho; Luciane Candeloro; Éverton do Nascimento Alencar; Eduardo Benedetti Parisotto (PharmaNutrition, 2026)

Global assessment of extreme value analysis for significant wave height - Rafael Afonso do Nascimento Reis; Pedro Veras Guimarães; Leandro Farina; Stephan Paul; Thiago Pires de Paula; Eric Oliveira Ribeiro (Ocean Engineering, 2026)

Robust prescribed-time observer for uncertain and time-varying autonomous underwater vehicles: Positional feedback approach and event-Triggered modification - Dzung Manh Do; Duy Hoang; Hien Nguyen Thi; Thinh Tien Le; Tuan Nguyen Van (Ocean Engineering, 2026)

Critical raw materials in the Czech Republic: A systematic review of sustainable sourcing and circular economy pathways - Pavla Svermova; Igor Silva do Carmo; Miroslav Cernik; Pedro Lustosa Tambara (Next Research, 2026)

Development and evaluation of RT-qPCR assays for detection of Alagoas vesiculovirus (VSAV) considering the genetic diversity of Brazilian isolates - Antônio Augusto Fonseca Júnior; Mateus Laguarda-Nascimento; Carla do Amaral Pinto; Aline Aparecida Silva Barbosa; Valdenia Lopes da Silva Gonçalves; Anselmo Vasconcelos Rivetti Júnior; Cairo Henrique Sousa de Oliveira; Carolina Ribeiro Figueiredo; Marcelo Fernandes Camargos (Next Research, 2026)

Effects of dietary ammonium chloride in late gestation on farrowing performance and piglet survival - Thien D Van; Roy N Kirkwood; Mariana Caetano; Do T Hue; Gebremeskel M Werid; AHM Musleh Uddin; Samiullah Khan; Kiro R Petrovski (Livestock Science, 2026)

Post-rift tectonic activity revealed by dyke intrusion in an Aptian granite emplaced in the coastal zone of the marginal Pernambuco Basin (NE Brazil) - Sara Gomes da Costa; Carla Joana Santos Barreto; Osvaldo José Correia Filho; Tiago Siqueira de Miranda; Daniel de Oliveira Barbosa; Felipe Mature Ribeiro da Silva; Jefferson Tavares Cruz Oliveira; José Antônio Barbosa; Marcos Antônio Leite do Nascimento (Journal of South American Earth Sciences, 2026)

Quantifying radiogenic heat production in Ediacaran granitoids of the northeastern Borborema Province, NE Brazil - Luanna Celly Silva de Azevedo; Frederico Castro Jobim Vilalva; Marcos Antônio Leite do Nascimento; Robson Rafael de Oliveira; Antônio Carlos Galindo (Journal of South American Earth Sciences, 2026)

Thermal effects produced by Cenozoic basaltic intrusions into Cretaceous sedimentary rocks of the Potiguar Basin, NE Brazil: Implications for hydrocarbon reservoirs - Zorano Sérgio de Souza; Larissa dos Santos; Silvia Amorim Terra; Samir do Nascimento Valcácio; Xiao-Dong Deng; Jian-Wei Li; Frederico Castro Jobim Vilalva; Roberto Ventura Santos; Rafael Gonçalves da Motta; Rúbia Ribeiro Viana; Vanessa Firmino Carvalho de Sousa (Journal of South American Earth Sciences, 2026)

Heavy metal-induced proteomic profiles associated with disease risk in environmentally vulnerable populations - Min Heo; Sora Mun; Nam-Eun Kim; Hyeongyu Shin; Ah Ra Do; Jeeyoung Kim; Jung-Yeon Kwon; Sujin Seo; Hyein Han; Yong Min Cho; Young-Seoub Hong; Hee-Gyoo Kang; et al. (Journal of Hazardous Materials, 2026)

Membrane technologies for ultrapure water production in the semiconductor industry: Recent developments and prospects - Duc Viet Nguyen; Ngoc Thuy Vu; Thi Thai Yen Doan; Khac-Uan Do; Thu Huong Thi Hoang (Journal of Environmental Chemical Engineering, 2026)

Evaluation of alternative insecticides against pyrethroid-resistant Anopheles sinensis and Culex pipiens pallens - Do Eun Lee; Junhyeong Choi; Si Hyeock Lee; Ju Hyeon Kim (Journal of Asia-Pacific Entomology, 2026)

Hydrocolloid-structured tucupi: physicochemical, rheological, and sensory characterization for culinary applications - Cássia Santos do Amaral; Lorena Maria Freire Sampaio; Luis Felipe Santos Araújo; Adriana Camurça Pontes Siqueira; Maria de Fátima Lopes Fernandes; Jeanny da Silva Maciel; Paulo Henrique Machado de Sousa; Fátima Miranda Nunes (International Journal of Gastronomy and Food Science, 2026)

Interdisciplinarity and hegemonies in Gastronomy research: insights from a bibliometric mapping and identifying prominent research agendas - Rafael Cunha Ferro; Paola Romanova do Nascimento Costa; Claudia Mesquita Pinto Soares; Paulo Henrique Machado de Sousa (International Journal of Gastronomy and Food Science, 2026)

Linking the Cretaceous and the Paleogene: Shallow-water stalked crinoids from Seymour Island reveal continuous Antarctic fossil record - Bruna Poatskievick-Pierezan; Mariusz A. Salamon; Leslie Manríquez Márquez; Bruna Camila Schneider; Marlone Heliara Hunnig Bom; Rodrigo do Monte Guerra; Rodrigo Scalise Horodyski; Karlos Guilherme Diemer Kochhann; Gerson Fauth; Przemysław Gorzelak (Gondwana Research, 2026)

Carnauba straw application modulates composition, diversity, and network architecture of soil microbial communities across soil depths - Janaira Rocha Campos; Larissa Macelle de Paulo Barbosa; Célia Ribeiro do Nascimento; Mayanna Karlla Lima Costa; Sandra Mara Barbosa Rocha; Francisco de Alcantara Neto; Erika Valente de Medeiros; Arthur Prudencio de Araujo Pereira; Ricardo Silva de Sousa; Lucas William Mendes; Ademir Sergio Ferreira Araujo (Geoderma Regional, 2026)

Cover crops modulate soil phosphorus dynamics under P fertilizer sources in dryland maize production on tropical soil - Luana do Nascimento Silva Barbosa; João Henrique Silva da Luz; Rosemery Alesandra Firmino dos Santos; José Wilker Germano de Souza; Hanrara Pires de Oliveira; Dayane Mércia Ribeiro Silva; Amin Soltangheisi; Paulo Sergio Pavinato; Valdevan Rosendo dos Santos (Geoderma Regional, 2026)

Small non-coding RNAs in human fungal diseases: Host immune modulation and clinical relevance - Ricardo Cunha-de-Oliveira; Lui Wallacy Morikawa Souza Vinagre; João Ricardo Guerreiro Duarte; Moises Batista da Silva; Patrícia Fagundes da Costa; Ândrea Ribeiro-dos-Santos; Sidney Santos; Claudio Guedes Salgado; Pablo Diego do Carmo Pinto (Fungal Biology Reviews, 2026)

Investigation of laminar minimum ignition energy of Ammonia/Methane/Air mixtures using conventional transistor coil ignition with multi-spark discharge strategy - Minh Tien Nguyen; Van Trung Nguyen; Phu Nguu Do; Tan Trung Ho (Fuel, 2026)

Nickel selenide-based electrocatalysts for hydrogen evolution, oxygen evolution, and oxygen reduction reactions: recent strategies, challenges, and perspectives - Vinh Van Tran; Thi Anh Nga Nguyen; Nguyen Tien Tran; Ha Huu Do (Fuel, 2026)

A unified gnotobiotic model reveals environment-specific transcriptional reprogramming of lactic acid bacteria between fermented food and the mammalian gut - Yeon Bee Kim; Yujin Kim; Joon Yong Kim; Se Hee Lee; Seong Woon Roh; Do Yup Lee; Young Joon Oh; Tae Woong Whon (Food Research International, 2026)

Analysis of the physical and chemical characteristics of stored and fresh Leucaena leucocephala seeds - Viviane da Silva Sousa Almeida; Amanda Graziela Gonçalves Mendes; Tonicley Alexandre da Silva; Daniele Gomes Cassias Rodrigues; Ariadina Jansen Campos Fontes; José Lima Pereira-Filho; Carmem Duarte Lima Campos; Aleania Polassa Almeida Pereira; João Lucas do Carmo Lima; Kátia Danielle Araújo Lourenço Viana; Valério Monteiro-Neto (Food Research International, 2026)

Propolis from the Amazonian stingless bee Duckeola ghilianii: Chemical profile and its cytotoxic, antioxidant, and immunomodulatory effects - Ana Ligia Leandrini de Oliveira; Ivan Lucas de Freitas Migliorini; Távila Tatiane Amorim Cavalcante; Alexandro Holanda do Nascimento; Carla Larissa de Souza Monteiro; Jorge Luís Santos Silva; Fernanda Garcia Praia Santos; Magno Perêa Muniz; Mônica Tallarico Pupo; Jerusa Araújo Quintão Arantes Faria (Food Bioscience, 2026)