Changes in the proteomics and metabolomics profiles of Cormus Domestica (L.) fruits during the ripening process.

Background: Cormus domestica (L.) is a monophyletic wild fruit tree belonging to the Rosaceae family, with well-documented use in the Mediterranean region. Traditionally, these fruits are harvested and stored for at least 2 weeks before consumption.

Geotraceability of (South Italy): Preliminary mineralogical and isotopic data.

The present study gathers mineralogical and isotopic geochemical data of 45 soil samples collected from the and wineries (Southern Italy) in order to provide useful information for the geotraceability of white wine . Mineralogical analyses show the ubiquitous presence of quartz, frequent and moderate contents of feldspars and phyllosilicates (i.e.

L. cv. Falanghina Seed Extracts: Antioxidant Effect of Bioactive Compounds on HepG2 Cells.

L. is a natural source of bioactive compounds that is already used for cosmeceutical and nutraceutical approaches. However, their phytochemical and antioxidant properties, although studied, have not been fully explored.

Advances in plastic mycoremediation: Focus on the isoenzymes of the lignin degradation complex.

This study investigates P. ostreatus and A. bisporus biodegradation capacity of low density polyethylene (LDPE) oxidised to simulate environmental weathering.

Rhus coriaria L. in tradition and innovation like natural dye.

Nowadays, secondary raw materials (SRM) obtained from plant matrices are of great interest for circular economy, suitable for sustainable measures to reduce environmental impact. This work focused on the extraction, characterization and quantification of compounds obtained from leaves and fruits of the Sicilian sumac, Rhus coriaria L. and their application as natural dyes on textile fibres.

Longitudinal antimicrobial susceptibility trends of canine Staphylococcus pseudintermedius.

Antimicrobial resistance within Staphylococcus pseudintermedius poses a significant risk for the treatment of canine pyoderma and as a reservoir for resistance and potential zoonoses, but few studies examine long-term temporal trends of resistance. This study assesses the antimicrobial resistance prevalence and minimum inhibitory concentration (MIC) trends in S. pseudintermedius (n=1804) isolated from canine skin samples at the Cornell University Animal Health Diagnostic Center (AHDC) between 2007 and 2020.

Microplastics affect soil-plant system: Implications for rhizosphere biology and fitness of sage (Salvia officinalis L.).

A mesocosm experiment was set-up to investigate the effects of low-density polyethylene (LDPE) fragments deriving from plastic film on soil ecology, rhizosphere and plant (Salvia officinalis L.) fitness. The internal transcribed spacer (ITS) and 16S metagenomic analysis was adopted to evaluate taxonomic and functional shifts of both soil and rhizosphere under the influence of microplastics (MPs).

Titanium Dioxide (E171 Grade) and the Search For Replacement Opacifiers and Colorants: Supplier Readiness Survey, Case Studies and Regulatory Perspective.

Titanium dioxide (TiO2) is used primarily as an opacifier in solid dosage forms and is present in the majority of tablet and capsule dosage forms on the market. The IQ* TiO2 Working Group has previously shown that titanium dioxide has unique properties which are necessary for its function in these formulations and noted that, as the potential replacements lack the semi-conductor properties, high refractive index and whiteness of E171, it might be hard to replicate these properties with alternative materials. In this paper we detail the results of readiness surveys and practical assessments that have been conducted with alternative materials by IQ member companies.

Effects of microplastics on microbial community dynamics in sediments from the Volturno River ecosystem, Italy.

In this study, the sources, abundance, and ecological implications of microplastic (MP) pollution in Volturno, one of the main rivers in southern Italy, were explored by investigating the MP concentration levels in sediments collected along the watercourse. The samples were sieved through 5- and 2-mm sieves and treated with selective organic solvents. The polymer classes polystyrene (PS), polyethylene (PE), polypropylene (PP), polyethylene terephthalate (PET), polycarbonate (PC), nylon 6 (PA6), and nylon 6,6 (PA66) were quantified using pyrolysis-gas chromatography-mass spectrometry (Py-GC/MS) and high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC).

Trends of feline Escherichia coli minimum inhibitory concentrations over 14 years illustrate the need for judicious antimicrobial use in cats.

Objective: This study aims to assess the antimicrobial resistance (AMR) trends among Escherichia coli isolated from cats between 2008 and 2022, utilizing MIC data, within a one-health framework.

Sample: The study analyzed MIC results from 1,477 feline E coli isolates that were obtained from samples submitted to the Cornell University Animal Health Diagnostic Center, primarily from the northeastern US.

Methods: MIC values were categorized as susceptible or not susceptible using the Clinical and Laboratory Standards Institute breakpoints.

Multi-omic characterisation as a tool to improve knowledge, valorisation and conservation of wild fruit genetic resources: the case of L.

The valorisation and conservation of plant genetic resources (PGRs) and wild fruit PGRs are critical to ensure the maintenance of genetic and cultural heritage and to promote new perspectives on resource use. New strategies to characterize PGRs are needed, and the omics approach can provide information that is still largely unknown. The Strawberry tree ( L.

The rootstock shape microbial diversity and functionality in the rhizosphere of L. cultivar Falanghina.

The rhizosphere effect occurring at the root-soil interface has increasingly been shown to play a key role in plant fitness and soil functionality, influencing plants resilience. Here, for the first time, we investigated whether the rootstock genotype on which L. cultivar Falanghina is grafted can influence the rhizosphere microbiome.

The circadian clock protein Cryptochrome 1 is a direct target and feedback regulator of the Hippo pathway.

Circadian clock controls daily behavior and physiology. The activity of various signaling pathways affects clock gene expression. Here, we show that the core circadian clock gene is a direct target of the Hippo pathway effector YAP.

Use of perennial plants in the fight against gastrointestinal nematodes of sheep.

Background: Gastrointestinal nematodes (GINs) are a serious problem in ruminant pastures worldwide. They generate production losses, from the point of view of both the food chain and animal mortality. This study provides preliminary results concerning the use of pasture plants in the Campania region (of southern Italy) to control GINs in sheep.

Antibody response over time correlated with treatment outcome in 30 dogs naturally infected with Brucella canis (2017-2022).

Objective: Brucella canis is a zoonotic bacterial pathogen of dogs that is notoriously difficult to diagnose and treat. Humans can become infected with B canis when an infected pet dog is brought into their home. Our objectives were to describe the clinical presentation and outcomes in dogs treated for B canis and evaluate the performance of the quantitative serologic canine Brucella multiplex (CBM) assay for monitoring treatment response.

A one-health review on brucellosis in the United States.

Brucellosis is a highly infectious zoonotic disease of global significance due to its adverse impact on public health, economics, and trade. Despite being one of the most prevalent zoonoses worldwide, attention given to global brucellosis control and prevention has been inadequate. Brucella species of greatest one-health relevance in the US include those infecting dogs (Brucella canis), swine (Brucella suis), and cattle and domestic bison (Brucella abortus).

Phyllosphere Microbiome Environmental-Driven Structure and Composition Shifts in a Mediterranean Contex.

The intra- and interdomain phyllosphere microbiome features of L. in a Mediterranean context is reported. We hypothesized that the main driver of the phyllosphere microbiome might be the season and that atmospheric pollutants might have a co-effect.

Holistic tool for ecosystem services and disservices assessment in the urban forests of the Real Bosco di Capodimonte, Naples.

A tool for urban forest Ecosystem services (ES) and disservices (ED) assessment has been developed to visualize (i) overall ES and ED value, (ii) ES-ED trade-off and (iii) explore principal influences in ES and ED provision. The Real Bosco di Capodimonte (RBC) (Naples, Southern Italy) has been chosen as a case study. ES and ED linked to urban forest plant cover were: biodiversity, carbon storage, gross and net carbon sequestration, lessen runoff, oxygen production, air pollution removal, UV effects reduction, pollen-related allergenicity risk, and volatile organic compounds (VOCs) emissions.

Increased serum levels of KiSS1-derived peptides in non-small cell lung cancer patient liquid biopsies and biological relevance.

Background: The secreted products of the metastasis suppressor gene may represent useful biomarkers in non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) but their levels in patients have remained poorly investigated. We previously found that forced expression of decreased the invasive capability of NSCLC drug-resistant cells and a pro-apoptotic role for KiSS1 has been proposed in head and neck cancer. Thus, we designed a translational investigation including a pilot study to analyze KiSS1 levels in liquid biopsies, and experiments to explore the biological relevance of KiSS1 modulation.

An Endemic Plant of the Mediterranean Area: Phytochemical Characterization of Strawberry Tree ( L.) Fruits Extracts at Different Ripening Stages.

This work focused on the extraction, quantification, and characterization of bioactive compounds of L. fruits, comparing the results obtained from the different ripening states. Extractions were performed by different methods (such as maceration extraction and ultrasonic extraction) and food grade solvents (aqueous and hydroalcoholic solvents) in each of the all ripening states (four states considered, associated with four different colors, i.

Influence of sediment texture on HDPE microplastics recovery by density separation.

Microplastics (MPs) are an emerging environmental pollutant, threatening marine and terrestrial ecosystems. Because of their properties and their widely varying size (5mm-0.1 μm), it is still difficult to define a valid and efficient method for extracting MPs from solid matrices.

Biotechnological Combination for Co-contaminated Soil Remediation: Focus on Tripartite "Meta-Enzymatic" Activity.

Soil pollution is a pressing problem requiring solutions that can be applied without large-scale side effects directly in the field. Phytoremediation is an effective strategy combining plant and root-associated microbiome to immobilize, degrade, and adsorb pollutants from the soil. To improve phytoremediation, it is necessary to think of plants, fungi, and bacteria not as individual entities, but as a meta-organism that reacts organically, synergistically, and cooperatively to environmental stimuli.