Zejin Zhang^1,2,#, Zhengnan Yan^3,#, Xiangyu Ding³, Weiming Ren³, Yarong Zhang³, Haoxu Shen³, Jinxiu Song⁴, Na Lu⁵, Ying Liang^1,2, Li Tang^1,2,*

Phyton-International Journal of Experimental Botany, Vol.95, No.5, 2026, DOI:10.32604/phyton.2026.083745 - 27 May 2026

Abstract Graphene oxide (GO) has shown great potential in agricultural applications, however, its concentration-dependent effects on cucumber (Cucumis sativus L.) growth, nutrient absorption, and root architecture remain unclear. In the present study, a hydroponic experiment was conducted with different GO concentrations (0.5, 1.0, and 2.0 mg L⁻¹) and setting the non-GO treatment (0.0 mg L⁻¹) as the control for cucumber plants (cv. Qingbaizao). The results showed that low to moderate concentrations (0.5–1.0 mg L⁻¹) significantly promoted cucumber growth, increased shoot and root biomass, enhanced the accumulation of nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium, and optimized root architecture by increasing cellulose and… More >

Yu Yang^1,*, Biao Jia¹, Xin Ma^1,*, Hailing Shang¹, Shuai Lou¹, Chao Zhang¹, Jianming Zhao¹, Min Li¹, Jiali Bao¹, Zhongbo Wang², Dongjie Jia³

Phyton-International Journal of Experimental Botany, Vol.95, No.5, 2026, DOI:10.32604/phyton.2026.081047 - 27 May 2026

Abstract Small berries, represented by strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, and aronia berries, are increasingly valued worldwide for their rich nutritional content and economic potential. This review systematically outlines the growth characteristics of these berries, with a focused analysis on strawberries-including their ecological adaptations and responses to soil, water, temperature, light, and nutrition. It further elaborates on the integrated technical system for protected strawberry cultivation, covering cultivar selection, seedling propagation, transplanting, water and nutrient management, environmental control, flower and fruit regulation, green pest control, and post-harvest handling. The paper also discusses innovative models for industry development, such as More >

Xiaoling Wang^1,*, Youyou Wang¹, Longkang Ni¹, Ruoyu Hao², Jiawei Cao¹, Hongfei Zhao¹, Liju Zhou¹

Phyton-International Journal of Experimental Botany, Vol.95, No.5, 2026, DOI:10.32604/phyton.2026.079810 - 27 May 2026

Abstract (1) Purpose: Sustainable forage production requires strategies that accelerate plant regrowth while reducing reliance on synthetic nitrogen fertilizers. This study aimed to evaluate the potential multifunctionality of a plant growth-promoting microorganism, strain S2_8_1, hypothesized to enhance ryegrass regrowth in association with increased rhizosphere nitrification and cytokinin-related plant responses. (2) Methods: Comparative experiments were conducted using S2_8_1 and a cytokinin producing Streptomyces strain (Shan2) under both soil and hydroponic conditions. Treatments were evaluated for biomass production, soil NO₃⁻-N content, nitrification rate, and leaf zeatin riboside (ZR) levels. Multiple linear regression was applied to quantify the relative contributions… More >

Wessam M. Serag El-Din^1,*, Kamal E. Attia¹, Taghreed E. Eissa^2,*, Tarek M. Noor El-Deen², Hadeer Darwish^1,3, Ghadah H. Al Hawas^4,5, Modhi O. Alotaibi^6,7

Phyton-International Journal of Experimental Botany, Vol.95, No.5, 2026, DOI:10.32604/phyton.2026.078357 - 27 May 2026

Abstract Water salinity is a growing environmental concern that significantly impacts soil health, agricultural productivity, and freshwater sustainability, especially in arid regions. This study evaluated the comparative effects of foliar-applied glutathione (GSH) and hydrogen peroxide (H₂O₂) on growth, flower yield, essential oil composition, and physiological responses of Matricaria chamomilla L. under water salinity levels. The experiment was conducted during the 2022/2023 and 2023/2024 seasons at the Experimental Farm of El-Quassassin, Ismailia, Egypt, using a factorial randomized complete block design with three replicates. Foliar applications of GSH (1, 2, and 3 mM) and H₂O₂ (5, 10, and 20 mM)… More >

Elizeu Monteiro Pereira Júnior, Lorena de Souza Cunha, Andreza Sousa Carmo, Ana Clara Lucarini, Ynglety Cascaes Pereira Matos, Allan Klynger da Silva Lobato, Elaine Maria Silva Guedes Lobato^*

Phyton-International Journal of Experimental Botany, Vol.95, No.5, 2026, DOI:10.32604/phyton.2026.072138 - 27 May 2026

Abstract Nickel (Ni) is an essential metallic micronutrient for optimal plant growth and development, regulator of essential metabolic processes, but its interaction with other essential nutrients can result in differences in the absorption of these nutrients, which can disrupt the ionic balance. The objective of this research was to evaluate the physiological performance and growth of soybean plants subjected to Ni levels applied via soil under Fe (iron) excess, determining the behavior of redox metabolism, gas exchange, and photosynthetic pigments. The experiment was conducted in a completely randomized design with a factorial 2 × 3, with… More >

Oncology Research Editorial Office

Oncology Research, Vol.34, No.6, 2026, DOI:10.32604/or.2026.085235 - 21 May 2026

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Thanh Hoa Vo^1,2, Edel McNeela^1,2, Orla O’Donnovan^1,2, Jai Prakash Mehta³, Van Hoa Nguyen⁴, Sweta Rani^1,2,*

Oncology Research, Vol.34, No.6, 2026, DOI:10.32604/or.2026.075346 - 21 May 2026

Abstract Long non-coding RNAs (lncRNAs) have emerged as key regulators of drug resistance in human epidermal growth factor receptor 2 (HER2)-positive breast cancer, a subtype in which both intrinsic and acquired resistance to HER2-targeted therapies remain major clinical challenges. Although mechanistic studies have begun to reveal how lncRNAs modulate signaling pathways, interact with microRNAs, and influence the tumor microenvironment, dedicated investigations in HER2-positive disease are still limited. This review synthesizes current evidence across epigenetic, transcriptional, and post-transcriptional mechanisms of resistance, including competing endogenous RNA (ceRNA) networks, RNA-binding protein interactions, and exosome-mediated intercellular communication. Particular emphasis is… More >

Mammadov Israil Musa^*

Chalcogenide Letters, Vol.23, No.4, 2026, DOI:10.32604/cl.2026.075947 - 09 May 2026

Abstract Erbium-doped SnTe (Sn_1−xEr_xTe) single crystals were synthesized to investigate the influence of erbium incorporation on phase stability, crystal structure, and thermophysical behavior relevant to thermoelectric applications. Single crystals with nominal compositions x = 0.00–0.10 were grown using the vertical Bridgman technique under controlled thermal conditions. X-ray diffraction analysis confirmed that at low erbium concentrations (x ≤ 0.02–0.03), erbium is substitutionally incorporated into the cubic NaCl-type SnTe lattice without detectable secondary phases. At higher erbium contents (x ≥ 0.05), Er-rich secondary phases such as ErTe and Er₂Te₃ precipitate within the SnTe matrix, indicating a limited solubility of… More >

Selma Kösa^*

Phyton-International Journal of Experimental Botany, Vol.95, No.4, 2026, DOI:10.32604/phyton.2026.079055 - 28 April 2026

Abstract This study was conducted to determine the effects of paclobutrazol (PBZ) application methods and dosages on the growth, leaf, flower, and color characteristics of Silene compacta Fisch., a natural species with high potential for use as a seasonal bedding and potted ornamental plant in landscape design. The experiment was carried out under greenhouse conditions, where potted plants received a single PBZ application during the vegetative stage. The study was arranged in a completely randomized design with a 2 × 3 factorial structure. PBZ was applied either as a foliar spray or as a soil drench at… More >

Ramtin Vamenani^#, Ethan Brister^#, Ling Li^*

Phyton-International Journal of Experimental Botany, Vol.95, No.4, 2026, DOI:10.32604/phyton.2026.078683 - 28 April 2026

Abstract The potting substrate is an important determinant of post-germination growth in Arabidopsis thaliana and Nicotiana tabacum under controlled laboratory conditions. We evaluated four commercially available soil substrates—Sta-Green potting mix plus fertilizer (SPM), Sta-Green flower & vegetable garden soil plus fertilizer (SGS), Miracle-Gro potting mix (MPM), and Miracle-Gro raised bed soil (MBS)—to assess their effects on seed germination and post-germination growth. Germination rates did not differ significantly among substrates for either species. In contrast, post-germination growth was strongly influenced by the substrate, with MPM consistently supporting greater biomass accumulation, stem elongation, and leaf production. Through integrated analysis of More >