Oral wound healing in the elderly: Mechanisms, challenges, and innovations
Periodontology 2000, EarlyView.Abstract Objective This narrative synthesizes current knowledge on the biological mechanisms, clinical challenges, and regenerative innovations for optimizing intraoral wound healing in the elderly. Methods Narrative review of preclinical and clinical studies addressing age‐related changes in the four canonical wound‐healing phases (hemostasis ...
Ann M. Decker +7 more
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The Influence of Polymer Fibers on the Properties of Foam Concrete with a Complex Nanomodifying Additive: Finite Element Analysis and Experimental Study. [PDF]
Polymers (Basel)Beskopylny AN +8 more
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Journal of Applied Polymer Science, Volume 143, Issue 35, September 15, 2026.Mechanistic insights from additive‐assisted plastic degradation guide the design of environmentally adaptive textile fibers. Functional additives enhance oxidative, hydrolytic, enzymatic, and microbial degradation pathways. Translating these strategies requires control of fiber architecture, additive distribution, and environmental interactions ...
Julia Cunniffe +2 more
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Hybrid Stabilization of Kaolin Clay Using Biopolymer, Polypropylene Fiber, and Trivoltherm Waste: Mechanical Performance and Freeze-Thaw Durability. [PDF]
Polymers (Basel)Yılmazoğlu MU, Aksu Alcan B.
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Fish Scales: A Multifunctional Biomaterial from Nature
ENERGY &ENVIRONMENTAL MATERIALS, Volume 9, Issue 5, September 2026.Fish scales demonstrate nature's solution to impact protection through overlapping multilayered architecture. This biological design combines mineralized surfaces with collagen networks to achieve both flexibility and fracture resistance. The structural principles inspire advanced protective materials and biomedical implants, where damage tolerance ...
Liyao Dong, Xiaojie Sun, Xiguang Chen
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Recycled Aggregates Influence on the Mechanical Properties of Cement Lime-Based Mortars Part II. [PDF]
Materials (Basel)Letiu IS +6 more
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Flavour and Fragrance Journal, Volume 41, Issue 5, Page 1201-1216, September 2026.Unveiling the chemical and biological properties of Litsea cubeba essential oil. ABSTRACT Litsea cubeba essential oil (LCEO) is recognised for its broad spectrum of biological activities, including antimicrobial and insecticidal effects, making it a promising natural alternative to synthetic agents.
Miroslava Kačániová +10 more
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Effect of Particle Size and Fiber Reinforcement on Unconfined Compressive Behavior of EICP-Cemented Recycled Fine Aggregate. [PDF]
Materials (Basel)Gu M, Liu Z, Liu W, Yuan J.
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Exploring the Use and Impact of Composite Materials in Robotics: A Systematic Review
Journal of Field Robotics, Volume 43, Issue 6, Page 4037-4060, September 2026.ABSTRACT Lightweight and high‐strength materials are important in robotics, as structural design impacts efficiency, payload capacity, and energy consumption. Composite materials, with their superior stiffness‐to‐weight ratios and multifunctional properties, offer clear advantages over conventional metals and polymers.
Doglas Negri +4 more
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Cementitious Composites with Hybrid UHMWPE and CF/PP Fiber: A Study on Compressive, Tensile, Flexural and Impact Performance. [PDF]
Materials (Basel)Yang L, Yang Z, Xing X.
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