Universidade Federal Rural do Semi-Árido

Sorption, desorption, and leaching of S-metolachlor in two soils amended with maize stover

S-metolachlor is widely used across various crops for its effectiveness as a grass herbicide and is considered pivotal, particularly amidst multiple cases of resistance in weed biotypes of the Poaceae family. In no-till systems, the presence of surface residues can modify herbici...

Pulsed drip irrigation modulates the photosynthetic responses of melon plants to abiotic stresses

Pulsed drip irrigation has been highlighted as a strategy to mitigate limitations associated with water and saline stress. This study was conducted to analyze whether pulsed drip irrigation modulates photosynthetic and water-related responses in melon plants subjected to combined...

Hybrid Sequential Meniscal Suture Technique

Abstract Meniscal preservation is a priority in the treatment of knee injuries because of the fundamental role of the meniscus in load absorption, joint stability, and chondral protection. Several repair techniques have been described, including inside‐out, outside‐in, and all‐in...

Non-conventional Water Resources for Irrigation: a Critical Scientometric Review of Global Research Trends, Evidence Gaps, and Priorities (2020–2024)

Water scarcity has accelerated scientific interest in non-conventional water resources for irrigation. This study combined performance analysis, science mapping, and a critical interpretive synthesis of Web of Science literature published from 2020 to 2024 to evaluate not only th...

Irrigation with simulated oilfield-produced water under semi-arid conditions: growth, seed yield, and oil quality of Moringa oleifera

Abstract Water scarcity in semi-arid regions motivates the evaluation of unconventional irrigation sources. This study assessed the growth, seed production, and oil quality of Moringa oleifera under irrigation with synthetic saline waters formulated to reproduce the electrical co...

Medial Patellofemoral and Medial Patellotibial Ligament Reconstruction Using a Docked Rectus Femoris Graft

Abstract Recurrent patellar instability may persist after isolated medial patellofemoral ligament reconstruction, particularly in cases with instability beyond early knee flexion. Recent evidence has emphasized the role of the medial patellotibial ligament as a secondary stabiliz...

Influence of Polymers, Cobalt Oxide Nanoparticles, and Organophilized Palygorskite on Heat Storage and Filtrate Volume of Water-Based Drilling Fluid

Abstract The application of nanofluids has gained prominence in the oil industry, particularly in the improvement of drilling fluids. The incorporation of metal oxide nanoparticles, such as cobalt oxide, contributes to enhanced thermal, rheological, and fluid-loss control propert...

Postharvest Quality and Functional Stability of White-Fleshed Sweet Potatoes with Cactus Mucilage Coatings and Packaging

Abstract Edible coatings based on plant-derived biopolymers are promising tools to preserve the functional quality of fresh foods. Sweet potato is considered a functional food due to its bioactive compound content, although these attributes may be compromised during postharvest s...

Testicular Echobiometry and Sperm Characterization in Oncilla ( Leopardus tigrinus ) From the Caatinga Biome

ABSTRACT Among neotropical small felids, the Leopardus tigrinus is classified as vulnerable by the International Union for Conservation of Nature, but studies on reproductive morphology and physiology are scarce for conservation strategies. This study aimed to describe testicular...

Sustainable management of postharvest Fusarium rot in melon: A multi-target strategy based on bioactive extracts

This study evaluated the efficacy of various bioactive extracts (BEs) as sustainable alternatives to synthetic fungicides for controlling postharvest peduncular rot caused by Fusarium falciforme and F. sulawesiense in ‘Yellow’ melon ( Cucumis melo L.). Under in vitro conditions,...