Choose an application

• Reference Manager
• EndNote
• RefWorks (Direct export to RefWorks)

The structure of sequential behavior and its patterns have attracted the attention of researchers from various disciplines, such as game theory, human and animal behavior, evolutionary ecology, psychology, behavioral economy, and cognitive sciences. Sequential behavior seems to be involved in the processes of sequential learning, decision-making processes, and exploratory behavior. There are, however, competing hypotheses regarding the mechanisms involved in the complexity of the behavioral responses of organisms when exposed to changing environments. The behavioral response to different environmental conditions is often utilized in behavioral ecology studies, where the changes in behavior are quantified in terms of probability of dispersal, distance, and speed of movements or time budget, where the time spent on different activities (foraging, resting, explore, etc.) is registered and analyzed in terms of cost–benefit. This book represents a series of articles covering a broad spectrum of organisms and proposes the analysis of sequential behavior utilizing indices commonly applied in the estimation of developmental instability (fluctuating asymmetry, directional asymmetry, and antisymmetry) toward estimating the degree of “Behavioral Instability”. Deviations from symmetry will be interpreted in ecological and evolutionary terms, where the cost and benefits of changes of the degree of behavioral instability will be analyzed in terms of overall costs and benefits and its evolutionary significance. Presented in this collection are multidisciplinary studies (theoretical and computational as well as experimental and empirical approaches) that validate the proposed approach and pave the way for future investigation in the novel field of what is best described as behavioral instability.

pharmaceutical marketing --- physicians’ symmetrical prescription behavior --- corporate image --- exploratory factor analysis --- confirmatory factor analysis --- SEM-based multivariate approach --- asymmetric preference --- inertial route choice --- willingness to pay --- willingness to accept --- experimental study --- benefits symmetry --- behavioral stability --- evolutionary game --- system dynamics --- dynamic incentive --- environmental stress --- behavioural instability --- biomonitoring tool --- unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) --- disturbance --- fibrin --- platelets --- bone graft --- bone regeneration --- bone tissue --- asymmetry --- ethogram --- olfactory stimuli --- stereotypy --- Ursus maritimus --- enrichment --- captivity --- asymmetric diversity --- n/a --- physicians' symmetrical prescription behavior

Choose an application

• Reference Manager
• EndNote
• RefWorks (Direct export to RefWorks)

Knowledge, new concepts, and theoretical and experimental studies on coatings of implant and bone surfaces have been explained. Recent advancements in coating methods and materials for surface coating have both been extensively shown. Research on the use of modified implants and bone can be viewed through this paper. Improved understanding of the processes underpinning greater functionality will result from this issue.

Medicine --- curcumin --- high glucose --- osteogenesis --- bone formation --- diabetic osteoporosis --- cell survival --- cell migration assay --- calcium silicate-based cements --- calcium nodule formation --- bone substitute --- sinus floor augmentation --- maxillary tuberosity --- blood clotting --- dental implants --- hydrophilicity --- titanium --- ultraviolet rays --- bone morphogenetic protein 4 --- cell differentiation --- cellular spheroids --- gingiva osteogenesis --- stem cells --- titanium mesh --- bone graft --- guided bone regeneration --- ridge augmentation --- surface topography --- bacterial adhesion --- biomimetics --- soft lithography --- surface modification --- anti-bacterial agents --- calcium phosphate --- guided tissue regeneration --- membranes --- calcium sulfate --- dental implant --- sinus lift --- bioactive materials --- bioactive ceramic --- bioactive glass --- nanohydroxyapatite --- sol-gel process

Choose an application

• Reference Manager
• EndNote
• RefWorks (Direct export to RefWorks)

Nowadays, we use the term “modern endodontics” thanks to new technologies, novel materials, and revolutionary techniques. Various equipment is available to facilitate and improve our endodontic treatments, such as operating microscopes, ultrasounds, lasers, modern alloys for rotary files, powerful irrigation systems, new materials for filling root canals, 3D radiology, and several more. With the aid of the previously mentioned advances, complex endodontic treatments can be carried out safely, hence guaranteeing patients a high level of care and, above all, saving teeth that would otherwise be doomed for extraction. General practitioners and, even more importantly, specialists in endodontics should implement these modern technologies in their practice. This Special Issue will focus on modern endodontics regarding all the recent updates. Full papers of original articles, short communications, and review articles are all invited.

meta-analysis --- root canal filling --- postoperative pain --- bioceramic sealer --- analgesic intake --- flare-up --- endodontics --- cyclic fatigue --- cross-section design --- NiTi --- continuous rotation --- energy-dispersive X-ray --- apical plug --- BioRoot RCS --- micro-computed tomography --- MTA Flow --- porosity --- root perforation --- single cone --- ultrasonic --- endodontic rotary files --- finite element analysis --- fatigue analysis --- pediatric dentistry --- oral health --- dental medicine --- systematic review --- umbrella review --- endodontic reciprocating file --- micro-computed tomography scan --- root canal dentin removal --- primary molar teeth --- pulpotomy --- pulpitis --- toothache --- treatment outcome --- tricalcium silicate --- accuracy --- computed-assisted template --- computer-aided static navigation --- cone-beam computed tomography scan --- digital impression --- tooth autotransplantation --- endodontic surgery --- periapical lesion --- guided tissue regeneration --- bone graft --- membrane --- platelet rich fibrin --- nanodroplets --- confocal laser microscope --- benzalkonium chloride --- chlorhexidine --- sodium hypochlorite --- viability staining --- dental anatomy --- dental pulp --- dental diagnostic imaging --- morphology --- Micro-CT --- root --- root canal --- n/a --- endodontic file --- cross-section --- pitch --- flexural bending --- torsion --- stress distribution --- endodontic rotary file --- reciprocating --- speed --- resistance --- apexification --- endodontic therapy --- immature permanent tooth --- pulp --- regeneration

Choose an application

• Reference Manager
• EndNote
• RefWorks (Direct export to RefWorks)

This Special Issue of the International Journal of Molecular Science comprises a comprehensive study on “Antimicrobial Materials with Medical Applications”. The Special Issue has been inspired by the great progress made in the development of new antimicrobial materials that go beyond the resistance of microbes to modern antibiotics. It covers a selection of recent research and review articles in the field of antimicrobial materials and their medical applications. Moreover, it also provides an overview of this increasingly diverse field, presenting recent developments and the latest research, with particular emphasis on new antimicrobial surfaces, medical devices, contact lens, package materials, etc.

Research & information: general --- Biology, life sciences --- Microbiology (non-medical) --- bisdemethoxycurcumin --- curcumin --- curcuminoid --- demethoxycurcumin --- photodynamic inactivation --- Staphylococcus aureus --- Staphylococcus epidermis --- prosthetic joint infection --- fracture-related infection --- bone graft substitute --- revision arthroplasty --- local antibiotic --- antimicrobial activity --- oxo-titanium(IV) complexes --- polymer-inorganic composites --- physicochemical properties --- thermal properties --- multi-functionalized cellulose microfibers --- controlled release --- wound dressing --- antioxidant activity --- sericin --- AgNPs --- ZnO --- green synthesis --- cavity disinfection --- antimicrobial substances --- chlorhexidine --- adhesion --- bonding --- dental caries --- Cr2O3 --- Abutilon indicum (L.) Sweet --- antibacterial --- anticancer --- antioxidant --- biocompatibility --- metallic nanoparticles --- silver --- gold --- synthesis --- characterization --- surface reactivity --- stability --- antibacterial activity --- Escherichia coli --- multidrug resistant bacteria --- silver nanoparticles --- oregano leaves' extract --- antimicrobial materials --- hydrogels --- contact lens --- plasma electrolytic oxidation --- additive manufacturing --- titanium bone implants --- antibacterial biomaterials --- surface biofunctionalization --- implant-associated infection --- cavity disinfectants --- primary teeth --- bond strength --- face shield --- facial protective equipment --- SARS-CoV-2 --- phage phi 6 --- MRSA --- MRSE --- polyethylene terephthalate --- benzalkonium chloride --- COVID-19 --- multidrug-resistant bacteria --- bioreduction --- biocapping agent --- bionanofactories --- biomedical

Choose an application

• Reference Manager
• EndNote
• RefWorks (Direct export to RefWorks)

Nowadays, we use the term “modern endodontics” thanks to new technologies, novel materials, and revolutionary techniques. Various equipment is available to facilitate and improve our endodontic treatments, such as operating microscopes, ultrasounds, lasers, modern alloys for rotary files, powerful irrigation systems, new materials for filling root canals, 3D radiology, and several more. With the aid of the previously mentioned advances, complex endodontic treatments can be carried out safely, hence guaranteeing patients a high level of care and, above all, saving teeth that would otherwise be doomed for extraction. General practitioners and, even more importantly, specialists in endodontics should implement these modern technologies in their practice. This Special Issue will focus on modern endodontics regarding all the recent updates. Full papers of original articles, short communications, and review articles are all invited.

Public health & preventive medicine --- meta-analysis --- root canal filling --- postoperative pain --- bioceramic sealer --- analgesic intake --- flare-up --- endodontics --- cyclic fatigue --- cross-section design --- NiTi --- continuous rotation --- energy-dispersive X-ray --- apical plug --- BioRoot RCS --- micro-computed tomography --- MTA Flow --- porosity --- root perforation --- single cone --- ultrasonic --- endodontic rotary files --- finite element analysis --- fatigue analysis --- pediatric dentistry --- oral health --- dental medicine --- systematic review --- umbrella review --- endodontic reciprocating file --- micro-computed tomography scan --- root canal dentin removal --- primary molar teeth --- pulpotomy --- pulpitis --- toothache --- treatment outcome --- tricalcium silicate --- accuracy --- computed-assisted template --- computer-aided static navigation --- cone-beam computed tomography scan --- digital impression --- tooth autotransplantation --- endodontic surgery --- periapical lesion --- guided tissue regeneration --- bone graft --- membrane --- platelet rich fibrin --- nanodroplets --- confocal laser microscope --- benzalkonium chloride --- chlorhexidine --- sodium hypochlorite --- viability staining --- dental anatomy --- dental pulp --- dental diagnostic imaging --- morphology --- Micro-CT --- root --- root canal --- n/a --- endodontic file --- cross-section --- pitch --- flexural bending --- torsion --- stress distribution --- endodontic rotary file --- reciprocating --- speed --- resistance --- apexification --- endodontic therapy --- immature permanent tooth --- pulp --- regeneration