Influence of local (air temperature) and wide-scale (North Atlantic Oscillation) climate indices on the first arrival dates of the Common Wood Pigeon (Columba palumbus) at breeding site in SE Poland.

In this study, a relationship between climate indices (local - air temperatures, and wide-scale - North Atlantic Oscillation) and first arrival dates (FAD) of a short-distant migratory bird, the Common Wood Pigeon (Columba palumbus) at a breeding site in SE Poland (Lublin) was investigated. Temporal patterns of FAD on a multi-year scale (20 years within 39 years between 1982 and 2020) were also studied. Additionally, correlations between mean air temperature at Lublin and sites along the spring migration route with various distances from the breeding site and various time lags were searched for.

Ukrainian Patients' Perspectives on Advanced Pharmaceutical Services Provided by Polish Pharmacists: A Cross-Border Support Initiative.

Introduction: Pharmacists are essential healthcare professionals which play a pivotal role in public health protection by offering diverse pharmacy services. This includes not only serving individuals in Ukraine but also addressing the needs of Ukrainian citizens residing in Poland. An exemplary initiative is the creation of the website , which provides organized and systematic support.

Activity of Selected Bone Formation and Angiogenesis Markers During the Treatment of Limb Length Discrepancy in Children Using Distraction Osteogenesis with the Circular Hexapod External Fixator.

Limb lengthening and deformity correction techniques, particularly distraction osteogenesis, have significantly evolved in pediatric orthopedics. This study examines the temporal changes of key biochemical markers-vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF), fibroblast growth factor 1 (FGF-1), and the propeptide of type I collagen (P1NP)-during the limb lengthening process. Twenty pediatric patients (aged 13-16) underwent distraction osteogenesis using the Circular Hexapod External Fixator.

Preparation, Thermal Properties and Decomposition Course of Highly Resistant Potato Starch Graft Poly(Cinnamyl Methacrylate) Materials.

The properties of starch graft poly(cinnamyl methacrylate) copolymers were presented. The "grafting from" method and different ratios of starch to methacrylic monomer were used. The copolymers with the maximum grafting percent (G: 55.

The Role of Synthesis Methods of Ceria-Based Catalysts in Soot Combustion.

The removal of soot particles via high-performance catalysts is a critical area of research due to the growing concern regarding air pollution. Among various potential catalysts suitable for soot oxidation, cerium oxide-based materials have shown considerable promise. In this study, CeO samples obtained using a range of preparation methods (including hydrothermal synthesis (HT), sonochemical synthesis (SC), and hard template synthesis (TS)) were tested in soot combustion.

New Long-Term Use Solid Bismuth Microelectrode Arrays for Rapid and Sensitive Determination of Sunset Yellow in Isotonic Beverages and Water Samples by Adsorptive Stripping Voltammetry.

This article reports on the long-term use, solid bismuth microelectrode arrays for the first time. The presented working microelectrode is characterized by particular advantages compared to bismuth film electrodes and solid single bismuth microelectrodes; these advantages include environmentally friendly properties and the amplification of recorded currents, which are subsequently more resistant to interference. The proposed solid bismuth microelectrode array was applied to develop an adsorptive stripping voltammetric procedure for Sunset Yellow determination.

Isotopic Transient Kinetic Analysis of Soot Oxidation on MnO, MnO-CeO, and CeO Catalysts in Tight Contact Conditions.

The reaction mechanism of soot oxidation on Mn (MnO), Mn-Ce (MnO-CeO), and Ce (CeO) catalysts in tight contact conditions was investigated using ITKA (isotopic transient kinetic analysis). The obtained results suggest that lattice-bulk oxygen from all studied catalysts takes part in the soot oxidation process but with varying relative contributions: for the Ce catalyst, this contribution is practically 100%, whereas with decreasing Ce content in Mn-Ce catalysts, the significance of lattice-bulk oxygen for soot oxidation diminishes. For the Mn catalyst, it is estimated to be below 50%.

Investigation of Biodegradation, Artificial Aging and Antibacterial Properties of Poly(Butylene Succinate) Biocomposites with Onion Peels and Wheat Bran.

The present article focuses on the characterization of the new biocomposites of poly(butylene succinate) (PBS) with fillers of plant origin such as onion peels (OP) and durum wheat bran WB () subjected to composting and artificial aging. The susceptibility to fungal growth, cytotoxicity and antibacterial properties were also examined. The biodegradation of the samples was investigated under normalized conditions simulating an intensive aerobic composting process.

Overwintering of Thrips (Thysanoptera) Under the Bark of the Plane Tree ( x Mill. ex Münchh.) in Southeastern Poland.

The insect fauna overwintering under the bark of tree trunks is very rarely studied. Thrips (Thysanoptera) associated with the plane tree ( x Mill. ex Münchh.

In Vitro, In Vivo, Ex Vivo Characterisation of Dihydroimidazotriazinones and Their Thermal Decomposition Course Studied by Coupled and Simultaneous Thermal Analysis Methods.

The biological and thermal properties of a class of synthetic dihydroimidazotriazinones were disclosed in this article for the first time. Molecules --as potential innovative antimetabolites mimicking bicyclic aza-analogues of isocytosine-were evaluated for their in vitro anticancer activity. Moreover, in vivo, in vitro, and ex vivo toxicity profiles of all the compounds were established in zebrafish, non-tumour cell, and erythrocyte models, respectively.

γδ T Are Significantly Impacted by CLL Burden but Only Mildly Influenced by M-MDSCs.

Background/objectives: The current study explores the impact of CLL on γδ T cells and, in an attempt to better understand the sources of immunosuppression, assesses the impact of M-MDSCs on γδ T cells in vitro.

Methods: The study included 163 CLL patients and 34 healthy volunteers. γδ T cells were screened with flow cytometry, including NKG2D, Fas, FasL, and TRAIL staining.

Analysis of Differences in the Classification of Endometrial Cancer Patients in Poland.

Endometrial cancer (EC) incidence and mortality have been steadily rising globally over recent decades. The introduction of advanced molecular technologies, such as next-generation sequencing (NGS) alongside the FIGO 2023 classification, presents opportunities for refined diagnostics and risk stratification. This study aimed to analyze differences in EC classification among oncology centers in southeastern Poland.

Radiotherapy(R) Integration(I) Strategy for Small(S)-Cell Lung Cancer in Extensive(E) Stage (RISE) with up to 10 metastases- a study protocol of a randomized phase II trial.

Background: The current standard of care (SoC) for patients with extensive-disease small-cell lung cancer (ED-SCLC) is chemo-immunotherapy. The efficacy of radiotherapy (RT) for chest consolidation has been established for patients with ED-SCLC who have responded to chemotherapy. There is a lack of data on incorporating RT as chest consolidation and metastasis-directed therapy for ED-SCLC.

Unraveling the Role of Alkali on Cobalt Catalyst Performance in Ethanol Steam Reforming by Operando DRIFT Studies and DFT Modeling.

Hydrogen, a sustainable and environmentally friendly fuel, can be obtained through the ethanol steam reforming (ESR) process. The most promising catalysts for this process are those based on non-noble metals such as cobalt. The activity, selectivity, and stability of these catalysts strongly depend on the presence of alkali dopants.

Immunohistochemical analysis of 147 cases of low-grade endometrial stromal sarcoma: refining the immunohistochemical profile of LG-ESS on a large, molecularly confirmed series.

Low-grade endometrial stromal sarcoma (LG-ESS) can present diagnostic challenges, due to its overlapping morphological features with other uterine mesenchymal tumors. Misdiagnosis rates remain significant, and immunohistochemical data for LG-ESS are limited to small series and inconsistent antibody panels. This study aimed to refine the IHC profile of LG-ESS by analyzing a large, molecularly confirmed series of 147 cases using a panel of 24 antibodies, including newer markers like transgelin and smoothelin.

Emerging insights into , and mutations: implications for immunotherapy in patients with advanced non-small cell lung cancer.

Immune checkpoint inhibitors (ICIs) have become an established treatment option for patients with advanced non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC). However, the efficacy of single-agent immunotherapy as well as in combination with chemotherapy seems to be dependent on the presence of molecular abnormalities in some genes-serine/threonine kinase 11 (), Kelch-like ECH-associated protein 1 () and Kirsten rat sarcoma viral oncogene homolog () among them. The gene is a critical regulator of the cellular response to oxidative stress and electrophilic stress, thus playing a pivotal role in maintaining cellular homeostasis.

Self-assembly of chromatic patchy particles with tetrahedrally arranged patches.

The achievement of selectivity in the formation of cubic diamond is challenging due to the emergence of competing phases such as its hexagonal polymorph or clathrates possessing similar free energy. Although both polymorphs exhibit a complete photonic bandgap, cubic diamond exhibits it at lower frequencies than the hexagonal counterpart, positioning it as a promising candidate for photonic applications. Herein, we demonstrate that the 1 : 1 mixture of identical patchy particles cannot selectively form the cubic diamond polymorph due to the frustrations present in the system that are manifested in the primary adsorption layer and propagate as the film grows.

Changes in enzymatic activity and oxidative stress in honeybees kept in the apiary and laboratory conditions during the course of nosemosis.

The aim of this study was to investigate the changes in the level of oxidative stress and lysozyme-like and phenoloxidase (PO) activity under the influence of nosemosis. Honeybees were kept in natural (apiary) and artificial (laboratory) conditions. In this study, it was shown for the first time that honeybees kept in apiaries have higher levels and activity of the studied parameters than honeybees kept in the laboratory.

Towards enhancing phytoremediation: The effect of syringic acid, a plant secondary metabolite, on the presence of phenoxy herbicide-tolerant endophytic bacteria.

Among emerging pollutants, residuals of phenoxy herbicides, including 2-chloro-4-methylphenoxy acid (MCPA), are frequently detected in non-targeted areas. MCPA can be removed from environmental matrices using biological remediation methods including endophyte-assisted phytoremediation. The interactions between selected plants excreting to the rhizosphere plant secondary metabolites (PSMs) and plant-associated bacteria (incl.

Gold(III) Ions Sorption on Amberlite XAD-16 Impregnated with TBP After Leaching Smart Card Chips.

Owing to the intensive development of electrical and electronic equipment, there is an increasing demand for precious metals, which are often used for its production. Due to their scarce supply, it is important to recover them from secondary sources. A promising way to recover precious metals are impregnated resins.

Equilibrium Adsorption of Organic Compounds (Nitrobenzene Derivative, Synthetic Pesticide, Dye, and Surfactant) on Activated Carbon from Single- and Multi-Component Systems.

This work aimed to investigate the adsorption of organic compounds (4-nitroaniline and 4-chlorophenoxyacetic acid) on activated carbon in the presence of selected dyes (uranine and Acid Red 88) and surfactants (sodium dodecyl sulfate and hexadecyltrimethylammonium bromide). The adsorbent, i.e.

Surface Chemistry Aspects of Ion Exchange in Basic Copper Salts.

Brochantite was precipitated using stoichiometric amounts of CuSO and NaOH and characterized by scanning electron microscopy, specific surface area, thermogravimetric analysis, and zeta potential. Brochantite can be converted into paratacamite, basic copper bromide, and copper phthalate by shaking the powder with solutions containing excess corresponding anions. By contrast, attempts to convert brochantite into basic iodide, acetate, nitrate, or rhodanide in a similar way failed, that is, the powder after shaking with solutions containing excess corresponding anions still showed the powder X-ray diffraction pattern of brochantite.

The Role of Lifestyle and Environmental Factors in the Pathogenesis of Multiple Myeloma.

Objectives: The study evaluated the impact of lifestyle and environmental exposure on the etiology of multiple myeloma (MM).

Methods: A multicenter case-control study was conducted in 20 hematology centers and in 5 outpatient clinics in Poland. The questionnaire on exposure to potential risk factors including sociodemographic data, lifestyle, and environmental factors was completed.

The effect of prenatal fumonisin B exposure on bone innervation in newborn Wistar rats.

Introduction: This study explored the effects of prenatal exposure to fumonisins B (FB) on bone innervation in newborn Wistar rats.

Material And Methods: Pregnant dams (n = 6 per group) were assigned to either the control or one of two FB-exposed groups (60 mg or 90 mg/kg body weight) from the 7 day of gestation until parturition. On the day of parturition, one male pup from each litter (n = 6 per group) was randomly selected and euthanised, and their femurs were dissected for analysis.

Investigating the role of GPR39 in treatment of stress-induced depression and anxiety.

Rationale: Chronic stress is one of the leading causes of depression. Yet, knowledge of the pathomechanism of this process still eludes us. Chronic unpredictable mild stress (CUMS) model of depression enables researchers to look for a root cause of the disease in mice by mimicking a stressful human environment.