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Physiological, Biochemical, and Genetic Reactions of Winter Wheat to Drought Under the Influence of Plant Growth Promoting Microorganisms and Calcium

Microorganisms
Improving wheat drought stress tolerance is a critical and challenging task, and more research is necessary since many parts of the world depend on this crop for food and feed.
Mariam Zareyan, Rima Mockevičiūtė, Sigita Jurkonienė, Virgilija Gavelienė, Algimantas Paškevičius, Vaidevutis Šveikauskas   +5 more
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Amino acids: inhibitors or promoters of anaerobic biocorrosion of steels? [PDF]

, 2007
Various authors have shown that some amino acids can act as corrosion inhibitors, which has generated an increasing interest in these compounds as substitutes to conventional corrosion inhibitors that are usually toxic [1,2].
Basséguy, Régine, Bergel, Alain, Demuez, Marie, Délia, Marie-Line, Girbal, Laurence, Mehanna, Maha   +5 more
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Deteriogenic flora of the Phlegraean Fields Archaeological Park: ecological analysis and management guidelines [PDF]

, 2020
Biodeterioration, the alteration caused by living organisms, on historical buildings and stone monuments is a well-known problem affecting two-thirds of the world’s cultural heritage.
BONANOMI, GIULIANO, Motti, Riccardo , STINCA, ADRIANO   +2 more
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Natural Products as a Viable Alternative to Control Biodeterioration

Proceedings, 2020
Biodeterioration can be considered as one of the most powerful weapons that can destroy cultural heritage. [...]
Radu Claudiu Fierascu, Anda Maria Baroi, Irina Fierascu, Roxana Ioana Brazdis, Toma Fistos, Irina Elena Chican, Alina Ortan   +6 more
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Characterization of a Portable Computed Tomography System for In Situ Analysis of Wooden Sculptures in Cultural Heritage

X-Ray Spectrometry, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Portable X‐ray computed tomography (portable CT) has become an important tool for the non‐destructive investigation of cultural heritage objects, particularly when in situ analysis is required. This work presents the experimental characterization and application of a transportable cone‐beam CT system designed for the inspection of large and ...
Anderson de Paula, Isis Franzi, Roberta Borges, Josiane Cavalcante, Olga Araujo, Alessandra Machado, Ricardo Tadeu Lopes, Davi Ferreira de Oliveira   +7 more
wiley   +1 more source

Development of a methodology for the characterisation and assessment of biodeteriogens on archaeological surfaces by use of a portable LED-induced fluorescence instrument

Heritage Science, 2022
The present study focuses on the development of a fast, non-invasive methodology, appropriate for the detection and characterization of biodeterioration present on the surface of archaeological/historical stone objects and monuments, by exploiting the ...
A. Giakoumaki, A. Philippidis, P. Siozos, I. Pyrri, D. Anglos, P. Pouli   +5 more
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Surface properties and biofilm formation of a manufacturer‐reinforced, nanographene‐modified pre‐polymerized CAD‐CAM polymethylmethacrylate denture base material: An in vitro study

Journal of Prosthodontics, EarlyView.
Abstract Purpose To evaluate the surface roughness, hydrophobicity, and Candida albicans biofilm formation of three denture base materials, including two computer‐aided design and computer‐aided manufacturing (CAD‐CAM) polymethylmethacrylate (PMMA) resins and one conventional heat‐polymerized PMMA, before and after thermocycling (TC).
Gülce Çakmak, Pedro Molinero‐Mourelle, Seyed Ali Mosaddad, Sara Farjoud, Deniz Yılmaz, Sigrun Eick, Martin Schimmel, Burak Yilmaz   +7 more
wiley   +1 more source

Heterogeneous survival upon disinfection underlies evolution of increased tolerance

Microbiology Spectrum
Disinfection is important to limit the spread of infections, but failure of disinfection may foster the evolution of antimicrobial resistance in bacteria.
Niclas Nordholt, Lydia-Yasmin Sobisch, Annett Gödt, Dominique Lewerenz, Frank Schreiber   +4 more
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Impregnant formulation to the preservation, protection and consolidation of wood heritage assets [PDF]

, 2018
The protection of cultural heritage is an integral part of the world´s material wealth. The cultural heritage, movable and immovable, together with the natural environment, represents values that contribute to the education and social culture of the ...
Alfieri, Paula Vanesa, Canosa, Guadalupe, Lofeudo, Rosana   +2 more
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Ancient people and living nature: A global perspective on archaeological areas and biodiversity

People and Nature, Volume 8, Issue 5, Page 1085-1099, May 2026.
Abstract Archaeological sites are not only of cultural and historical significance but also contribute to biodiversity conservation. Often marked by limited human disturbance and distinct ecological conditions, these areas serve as important refuges for various plant and animal species, playing a vital role in global conservation efforts.
Antonio Romano, Elisa Storace, Diego Ronchi, Elisa Dalla Longa   +3 more
wiley   +1 more source