BioResources

by Ercan Oktan on the Impact of thinning levels on cone production in natural stands of Scots pine

Scots pine ( sylvestris L.) cone and seed production, crucial for its sustainability, is significantly affected by biotic and abiotic factors, with heavily thinned stands showing the highest cone production in both 2024 and 2025. In 2025, cone production increased markedly to 55.4 from 11.9 in 2024, with significant differences based on thinning level and growth characteristics (p < 0.05).

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Comparative review of natural and synthetic binders for microbial fuel cell electrodes

Microbial fuel cells (MFCs) are emerging technologies that harness renewable energy and facilitate environmental remediation, but their performance is heavily reliant on the type of binder used for electrode construction. This review highlights that although synthetic binders possess superior electrochemical properties, natural binders present an environmentally sustainable and cost-effective alternative, potentially advancing MFC applications for large-scale implementation.

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