Andreea Moldovan¹, Ioana Moldovan^2,*, Lukács Lehel², Antonia Odagiu³, Lucia Draghia⁴, Maria Cantor^1,*

Phyton-International Journal of Experimental Botany, Vol.94, No.9, pp. 2767-2779, 2025, DOI:10.32604/phyton.2025.069324 - 30 September 2025

Abstract Pelargonium zonale is an important ornamental and medicinal plant. The purpose of this investigation was to evaluate the effects of conventional and unconventional fertilization on variations in the physicochemical parameters of the culture substrate (temperature, pH, and electrical conductivity) in two cultivars of Pelargonium zonale (L.) L’Hér., grown in pots. This study was conducted under greenhouse conditions, using Pindstrup peat as the culture substrate. The analysis focused on how these physicochemical indicators of peat influenced plant height and development under fertilization conditions. Results revealed that in the ‘Tango Salmon’ cultivar, both fertilization regimes significantly modified substrate temperature… More >

Sadia Alam Shammi^1,2, Yanbo Huang^1,*, Weiwei Xie^1,2, Gary Feng¹, Haile Tewolde¹, Xin Zhang³, Johnie Jenkins¹, Mark Shankle⁴

Phyton-International Journal of Experimental Botany, Vol.94, No.9, pp. 2745-2766, 2025, DOI:10.32604/phyton.2025.068955 - 30 September 2025

Abstract Crop leaf area index (LAI) and biomass are two major biophysical parameters to measure crop growth and health condition. Measuring LAI and biomass in field experiments is a destructive method. Therefore, we focused on the application of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) in agriculture, which is a cost and labor-efficient method. Hence, UAV-captured multispectral images were applied to monitor crop growth, identify plant bio-physical conditions, and so on. In this study, we monitored soybean crops using UAV and field experiments. This experiment was conducted at the MAFES (Mississippi Agricultural and Forestry Experiment Station) Pontotoc Ridge-Flatwoods Branch… More >

Hay Mon Aung¹, Aung Htay Naing^2,*, Chang Kil Kim², Kyeung II Park^1,*

Phyton-International Journal of Experimental Botany, Vol.94, No.9, pp. 2719-2727, 2025, DOI:10.32604/phyton.2025.068713 - 30 September 2025

Abstract Phalaenopsis orchids are economically important ornamental crops; however, their commercial micropropagation is often limited by poor rooting efficiency and inconsistent growth. In this study, we investigated the effects of silver nanoparticles (Ag-NPs) on the in vitro regeneration and growth of Phalaenopsis cultivar 611B to determine the optimal concentration of Ag-NPs for improved micropropagation outcomes. Shoot tip explants (2–3 mm)—derived from protocorm-like bodies were cultured on a regeneration medium containing Hyponex (20:20:20 and 6.5:6.5:19), 18 g/L sugar, 2 g/L peptone, 0.8 g/L activated charcoal, 12.5 g/L potato extract, 50 mL/L apple juice, and 10 mg/L 6-benzylaminopurine (6-BA), with… More >

Keke Zhang^1,2,3, Yong Cui^1,2,3, Changchang Shao^1,2,3, Liqing Yang^1,2,3, Yuxin Wang^1,2,3, Yao Fang^1,2,3, Hua Zhou⁴, Jie Wang^1,2,3, Honglang Duan^1,2,3,*

Phyton-International Journal of Experimental Botany, Vol.94, No.9, pp. 2855-2871, 2025, DOI:10.32604/phyton.2025.065683 - 30 September 2025

Abstract As ubiquitous environmental contaminants, microplastics (MPs) have garnered global concern due to their persistence, bioaccumulation potential, and multifaceted threats to ecosystem health. These particles threaten terrestrial ecosystems via soil contamination; however, research on their phytotoxicity remains predominantly focused on herbaceous plants. The responses of woody plants to MPs and their interspecific differences are severely unexplored. Here, two important ecological and economical tree species in southern China, Pinus massoniana (P. massoniana) and Schima superba (S. superba), were selected to explore the ecotoxicity effects of polyethylene (PE) and polypropylene (PP) MPs (the two most abundant species in the soil) on… More >

Chong Wang^*

The International Conference on Computational & Experimental Engineering and Sciences, Vol.33, No.1, pp. 1-1, 2025, DOI:10.32604/icces.2025.012164

Abstract Please Creating mechanically robust tissue engineering scaffolds capable of delivering growth factors and stem cells in situ for hard tissue repair remains a significant challenge. Inspired by the spiral structure of ice cream, our group developed an advanced 3D printing technique known as cryogenic 3D printing to fabricate polyester-based scaffolds with embedded growth factors. This method utilizes water-in-oil (w/o) polyester emulsions containing growth factors as the printing ink, which is patterned onto a cryogenic substrate. The resulting scaffolds feature a hierarchically porous structure, allowing mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs) to easily attach and proliferate. Additionally, the… More >

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Oncology Research, Vol.33, No.10, pp. 3157-3157, 2025, DOI:10.32604/or.2025.073033 - 26 September 2025

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Eleni Kokkotou^*, Andriani Charpidou, Nikolaos Syrigos

Oncology Research, Vol.33, No.10, pp. 2657-2672, 2025, DOI:10.32604/or.2025.066228 - 26 September 2025

Abstract Vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF) and its receptors (VEGFRs) serve an essential role in tumor angiogenesis and have emerged as potential therapeutic targets in lung cancer. This review explores the significance of serum VEGF levels as a predictive biomarker in non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC). The VEGF family, consisting of VEGFA, VEGFB, VEGFC, VEGFD, and placenta growth factor (PlGF), engages with specific receptors, including tyrosine kinase receptors (VEGFR-1, VEGFR-2, and VEGFR-3) and neuropilin receptors (NRP-1 and NRP-2), to promote angiogenesis and lymphangiogenesis. VEGF-A, the primary component of the VEGF family, binds to VEGFR-2 to stimulate… More >

Wenjing Liao^1,#, Liaodi Wang^2,#, Zhen Huang¹, Ziyu Zou¹, Yimin Liu¹, Haoyue Liu¹, Zhaoning Duan¹, Liangdan Tang^1,*

Oncology Research, Vol.33, No.10, pp. 3041-3064, 2025, DOI:10.32604/or.2025.065451 - 26 September 2025

Abstract Objectives: Ovarian cancer (OC) is a highly heterogeneous disease characterized by high metastatic potential and frequent recurrence. 3β-hydroxysterol Δ24-reductase (DHCR24) is closely associated with the progression of various malignant tumors, but its role in OC remains unexplored. This study is the first to systematically investigate the function of DHCR24 in OC and elucidate its mechanism in promoting OC progression, providing novel theoretical insights for targeted therapy. Methods: The expression of DHCR24 was evaluated in tissues using bioinformatics and clinical data; the impact of DHCR24 on the malignant behavior of OC was assessed through in vivo and in… More >

Edo Bedzra^1,2,*, Herra Javed^3,4, James E. O’Brien^1,2, Taufiek Konrad Rajab^3,4

Congenital Heart Disease, Vol.20, No.4, pp. 441-446, 2025, DOI:10.32604/chd.2025.071035 - 18 September 2025

Abstract A bicuspid aortic valve, from autologous tissue, with growth potential can be constructed using the simple, and reproducible telescoping arterial trunk technique. More >

Ni Tang^1,2,3,*, Chenchun Hao^1,2, Rong Qiu^1,2

Phyton-International Journal of Experimental Botany, Vol.94, No.8, pp. 2551-2562, 2025, DOI:10.32604/phyton.2025.070556 - 29 August 2025

Abstract Supplemental lighting has emerged as a widely adopted technique in greenhouse cultivation to enhance product visibility and improve the flavor characteristics of Chinese bayberry (Myrica rubra) in the international market. While studies on lighting have predominantly focused on colorimetry, limited research has addressed the precise control of chromatic parameters and their effect on fruit quality. This study examined the effects of varying lighting conditions, specifically correlated color temperatures and illuminance, on the growth and quality of Chinese bayberry varieties “Black Charcoal” and “Dongkui” using a precision control system. The bayberry plants were exposed to a constant… More >