Proven Potential Research Articles

Provenance and depositional setting of the Buem structural unit (Ghana): Implications for the paleogeographic reconstruction of the West African and Amazonian cratons in Rodinia

We present new field, petrological and geochemical data, combined with U-Pb zircon ages and Lu-Hf isotope compositions for the sandstones of the Neoproterozoic Buem structural unit (BSU) of the Dahomeyide belt, and whole-rock geochemical data of BSU shale to investigate their provenance and depositional setting. The BSU contains siliciclastic sequences and fragments of oceanic lithosphere (pillow lavas, gabbro, and peridotite) that have archived the entire evolution of the Ediacaran West Gondwana Orogen (WGO), from early accretion to final amalgamation of the West African Craton (WAC) with the Benino-Nigerian Shield. Three broad groups of samples exist within the BSU in Ghana: those with dominantly older age fractions of 2300 – 1800 Ma, represented by samples from the base of the BSU; those with prominent 1700 – 1100 Ma zircons, occupying the middle part of the BSU; and those with significant 1000 – 970 Ma age fractions, forming the uppermost part of the BSU. Results from this study, together with published data on the BSU, and adjacent Togo structural unit and Voltaian Supergroup, reveal two main sedimentary sequences in the Dahomeyide belt, i.e., passive margin and foreland basin sequences with three potential provenances: Amazonian Craton, Benino-Nigerian Shield, ± WAC. This interpretation resembles that for the sedimentary rocks of the Borborema Province, NE Brazil, which implies similar evolution along the WGO. Thus, a long, >2500 km passive margin basin developed at 1000 – 700 Ma, which was subsequently inverted during the Braziliano/Pan-African plate convergence and collision, and the concomitant formation of the foreland basin during the assembly of the supercontinent Gondwana. Because a greater portion of the detritus in the BSU is probably from the Amazonian Craton, we propose that the WAC and the Amazonian Craton adjoined each other from the Paleoproterozoic onward within the supercontinents Rodinia and Gondwana, until the opening of the Atlantic Ocean.

Role of artificial neural networks in predicting design and efficiency of dye sensitized solar cells

Photovoltaic technology attracts researchers from industry and academia due to its potential in producing electricity directly from the sunlight. Among all the photovoltaic devices, the dye-sensitized solar cell has gained preference due to its low-cost fabrication and versatility in electrolytes, dye, substrate, and catalyst. The optical, electrical, and structural properties of the materials determine the power conversion efficiency of a solar cell. But, conducting experiments in the laboratory to identify the suitable materials for the fabrication of an efficient solar cell requires much time, cost, and human effort. The proven potential of machine learning techniques in pattern matching and computer vision motivated the researchers to employ these techniques for predicting the efficiency of solar cells. The research works conducted so far show the applications of these techniques in predicting the optimum efficiency, best suitable design, and material for the fabrication of Dye-Sensitized Solar Cells (DSSCs). In this paper, the authors present a comprehensive review of the machine learning techniques employed and the types of input data used for predicting the design and efficiency of solar cells. They also give essential insights into the selection of optimum parameters for selecting the materials for fabricating a substrate, dye sensitizer, semiconductor, electrolyte, and catalyst for designing the most efficient dye-sensitized solar cell without conducting experiments in the laboratory. This paper may prove a time and cost-saving assistant for developing a customized neural network model for predicting the efficiency of a DSSC from the dataset available in the literature. Highlights Artificial Neural Network (ANN) model is useful to identify the suitable materials for efficient DSSC assembly. The tailored neural network models minimize the need for hit and trial experiments. The hybrid of ANN and Genetic Algorithm (GA) offers a low-cost technological solution for DSSC assembly. The experimental data are vital for extracting useful insights for DSSC fabrication.

Biostimulants to Improved Tree Physiology and Fruit Quality: A Review with Special Focus on Sweet Cherry

Due to the increasing global population and the continued need to sustainably increase agricultural production, the agricultural sector requires innovative strategies to increase productivity and efficiency in the use of resources. Biostimulants have emerged as new, promising, and environmentally friendly products to promote the overall sustainability of production systems. Humic and fulvic acids, protein hydrolysates, seaweed extracts, chitosan and other biopolymers, inorganic compounds, beneficial fungi, and bacteria are widely accepted categories of biostimulants, with proven potential in improving plant growth, increasing crop production, and quality of the final product. Some of them also have the capacity to enhance nutrient uptake and improve stress tolerance of the crop. Sweet cherry is a highly appreciated fruit, with a significant economic value, linked to production yield and quality attributes influencing consumer acceptability. However, this fruit presents several undesirable characteristics, such as physiological disorders (e.g., fruit cracking) and a short shelf-life. Several approaches are used to enhance not only sweet cherry production, but also cherry quality, with the latest efforts being placed in biostimulants. The present review focuses on the most recent findings on the use of biostimulants in sweet cherry production.

Interannual adjustments in stomatal and leaf morphological traits of European beech (Fagus sylvatica L.) demonstrate its climate change acclimation potential.

The current projections of climate change might exceed the ability of European forest trees to adapt to upcoming environmental conditions. However, stomatal and leaf morphological traits could greatly influence the acclimation potential of forest tree species subjected to global warming, including the single most important forestry species in Europe, European beech. We analysed stomatal (guard cell length, stomatal density and potential conductance index) and leaf (leaf area, leaf dry weight and leaf mass per area) morphological traits of ten provenances from two provenance trials with contrasting climates between 2016 and 2020. The impact of meteorological conditions of the current and preceding year on stomatal and leaf traits was tested by linear and quadratic regressions. Ecodistance was used to capture the impact of adaptation after the transfer of provenances to new environments. Interactions of trial-provenance and trial-year factors were significant for all measured traits. Guard cell length was lowest and stomatal density was highest across beech provenances in the driest year, 2018. Adaptation was also reflected in a significant relationship between aridity ecodistance and measured traits. Moreover, the meteorological conditions of the preceding year affected the interannual variability of stomatal and leaf traits more than the meteorological conditions of the spring of the current year, suggesting the existence of plant stress memory. High intraspecific variability of stomatal and leaf traits controlled by the interaction of adaptation, acclimation and plant memory suggests a high acclimation potential of European beech provenances under future conditions of global climate change.

On Directly Modulated Reflective Semiconductor Optical Amplifier with Assistance of Birefringent Fiber Loop

Reflective Semiconductor Optical Amplifiers (RSOAs) are essential devices for the development of new generation networks that rely on the convergence of optical and RF communications. Despite their proven potential for direct modulation, RSOAs’ electro-optic response is limited by their finite bandwidth, which hinders their employment both for signal amplification and modulation at the data rates envisioned by the target applications. In this paper, we elaborate on exploiting a Birefringent Fiber Loop (BFL) to enhance the operation of RSOAs as intensity modulators. We apply a mathematically and computationally reduced model to simulate the RSOA response in the time domain, and correlate it with that of the BFL in the frequency domain. We validate the model’s predictions by an extensive comparison of the simulation against experimental results. The reasonable theoretical findings allow us to establish the employed model as an efficient tool for describing electrically driven RSOA operation and its improvement by means of optical notch filtering. Furthermore, we evaluate and quantify the performance of the scheme and the potential range of RSOA direct modulation capability extension enabled by the BFL, which complies with the experimentally observed trends. The outcomes of this thorough study highlight the BFL supportive role in rendering feasible RSOAs’ direct modulation at data rates beyond those deemed possible by their nominal modulation bandwidth.

The Role and Perspective of Climate Smart Agriculture in Africa: A Scientific Review

Climate-smart agriculture (CSA) is gaining a wide acceptance as a laudable approach that can assist farmers to maximize the potential of the farming systems in Africa. A number of practices have been identified as CSA practices, and successful outcomes of CSA technologies are being reported. However, CSA uptake among African farmers remains low despite its proven potential. The aim of this paper is to analyse the state of CSA in Africa and identify the constraints to the uptake of the practices among smallholder farmers. This paper synthesizes a subset of literature between 2010 and 2020. The key findings are that the response to climate change and the pattern and extent of adoption of CSAs differs from one macro-area to another. Factors such as resource constraints, institutional instruments, climate and ecological settings, and farmers’ characteristics, such as farmers’ experience and access to extension services, are significant determinants of CSA adoption. Socioeconomic constraints, poor availability of data and mastery of CSA approach, inadequate labour, and the wide diversity of the farming systems in Africa are challenges militating CSA uptake in the system This paper argues that it is crucial to ensure that limited resources available are systematically harnessed to achieve the triple-win benefits of CSA. Furthermore, there is the need to identify and prioritize locally suitable CSA practices and provide an enabling environment needed for CSA uptake and sustenance in the African farming systems.

Genome-wide identification of the NLR gene family in Haynaldia villosa by SMRT-RenSeq

BackgroundNucleotide-binding and leucine-rich repeat (NLR) genes have attracted wide attention due to their crucial role in protecting plants from pathogens. SMRT-RenSeq, combining PacBio sequencing after resistance gene enrichment sequencing (RenSeq), is a powerful method for selectively capturing and sequencing full-length NLRs. Haynaldia villosa, a wild grass species with a proven potential for wheat improvement, confers resistance to multiple diseases. So, genome-wide identification of the NLR gene family in Haynaldia villosa by SMRT-RenSeq can facilitate disease resistance genes exploration.ResultsIn this study, SMRT-RenSeq was performed to identify the genome-wide NLR complement of H. villosa. In total, 1320 NLRs were annotated in 1169 contigs, including 772 complete NLRs. All the complete NLRs were phylogenetically analyzed and 11 main clades with special characteristics were derived. NLRs could be captured with high efficiency when aligned with cloned R genes, and cluster expansion in some specific gene loci was observed. The physical location of NLRs to individual chromosomes in H. villosa showed a perfect homoeologous relationship with group 1, 2, 3, 5 and 6 of other Triticeae species, however, NLRs physically located on 4VL were largely in silico predicted to be located on the homoeologous group 7. Fifteen types of integrated domains (IDs) were integrated in 52 NLRs, and Kelch and B3 NLR-IDs were found to have expanded in H. villosa, while DUF948, NAM-associated and PRT_C were detected as unique integrated domains implying the new emergence of NLR-IDs after H. villosa diverged from other species.ConclusionSMRT-RenSeq is a powerful tool to identify NLR genes from wild species using the baits of the evolutionary related species with reference sequences. The availability of the NLRs from H. villosa provide a valuable library for R gene mining and transfer of disease resistance into wheat.

Promoting induction heating – steam generators for medical sterilisation

Saturated steam sterilisers are one of the most energy consumers in hospitals. Induction heating (IH) could be one of the energy saving solutions considering its proven potential in industrial applications such as steam generation (SG) and pasteurisation. Hitherto, there are no studies in literature about this field except one for dentistry. In this review paper, we aim to investigate valuable energy efficient guidelines for designers to promote IH steam generators integration in the medical sterilisation. To do so, we conduct an energy flow analysis based on a process-oriented decomposition. We then detail the previously identified guidelines through a review of the literature on IH-based liquid heating and analyse them throughout the paper. Many key points protrude therefrom: "inductor-susceptor/water" interactions are decisive especially susceptor shapes. A package of susceptor shapes exposed in this paper can be considered. Back heat transfer from the susceptor to inductor is important too. Frequency and turbulence has opposite effects, so should be given the utmost attention. Inductor losses need to be reduced via coil wrapping, water cooling, and multi-coil design for high powers. The energy efficient design of the susceptor includes stray magnetic fields, geometry of the susceptor, skin depth, and the effect of electromotive force due to eddy currents. Susceptor-inductor coupling is relevant too. Finally, the optimisation of thermal transfer to water involves insulation, frequency, discharge losses, turbulence and susceptor shape. Based on these parameters, good designs can be put forward to launch prototypes and explore fully IH opportunities in this field for more energy efficient sterilisers.

Detrital zircon U Pb age distributions and Hf isotopic constraints of the Ailaoshan-Song Ma Suture Zone and their paleogeographic implications for the Eastern Paleo-Tethys evolution

During the Late Paleozoic to Cenozoic, with the closure of the Tethys oceans, the East and/or Southeast Asia was amalgamated by individual blocks. In order to understand the Paleogeography of the Eastern Paleo-Tethys, a systematic U Pb dating on 11 samples have conducted to constrain the age and provenance of the elements forming the Ailaoshan-Song Ma mélange. These samples consist of the ophiolitic mélange zone (6 samples), the sedimentary cover of the Indochina block (4 samples), and the post-orogenic continental deposits (1 samples). The achieved detrital zircon age distribution, and the corresponding in-situ Hf isotopic recorder allow us to discuss the provenances of the materials involved in the tectonic processes during the subduction and collision. Three units (M1, M2, M3), which stand for the different segment of the suture zone , could be separated based on the differences in zircon age clusters and Hf isotopic values. These differences might be due to the variety of provenances. Combined with the previous works, especially our work on the Song Chay mélange zone, we concluded that both upper and lower plates are potential provenances for the mélanges between South China block and Indochina block. Along the suture zone, the component of the mélange presents a significant heterogeneity.

Detecting Single Molecule Deoxyribonucleic Acid in a Cell Using a Three‐Dimensionally Integrated Nanopore (Small Methods 9/2021)

Inside Back Cover In article number 2100542, Tsutsui, Baba, Kawai, and co-workers demonstrated the use of a 3D integrated nanopore system for in situ detections of single molecule proteins and DNA in a cell by ionic current. With the proven potential of nanopore sequencing, the present device technology promises amplification free genome analysis that may revolutionize biology and medicine through uncovering genetic variations at a single cell level.

Mechanism of Curcuma longa and Its Neuroactive Components for the Management of Epileptic Seizures: A Systematic Review.

Curcuma longa (Turmeric) is a tropical herbaceous perennial plant of the family Zingiberaceae and contains curcuminoids, sesquiterpenoids and monoterpenoids as its major components. Given the broad range of activities that Curcuma longa possesses and also its use as a traditional epilepsy remedy, this review attempts to systematically review the experimentally proven activities of Curcuma longa and its bioactive components, which are related to the management of epileptic seizures. Using the PRISMA model, five databases (Google Scholar, PubMed, ScienceDirect, SCOPUS and SpringerLink) were searched using the keywords [“Curcuma longa” AND “Epilepsy”] and [“Curcuma longa” AND “Seizures”], leaving 34 articles that met the inclusion criteria. The present systematic review elaborated on the experimentally proven potential of Curcuma longa components, such as an aqueous extract of Curcuma longa itself, Curcuma longa oil and active constituents like curcuminoids and bisabolene sesquiterpenoids found in Curcuma longa with anti-seizure potential. Using human equivalent dose calculations, human treatment parameters were suggested for each component by analysing the various studies in this review. This review also determined that the principal components possibly exert their anti-seizure effect via the reduction of corticosterone, modulation of neurotransmitters signalling, modulation of sodium ion channels, reduction of oxidative DNA damage, reduction of lipid peroxidation, upgregulation of brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF) and γ-aminobutyric acid (GABA) mediated inhibition. It is anticipated that this review will help pave the way for future research into the development of Curcuma longa and its neuroactive constituents as potential drug candidates for the management of epilepsy.

Climate-Provenance Effect on the Organic Matter Enrichment of the Chang 9 Source Rocks in the Central Ordos Basin, China

The Upper Triassic Chang 9 organic-rich sediments have been considered as effective hydrocarbon source rocks for the Mesozoic petroleum system in the Ordos Basin. Previous studies on the Chang 9 member mostly focused on the influence of their paleoproductivity and paleoredox conditions on the organic matter (OM) enrichment, whereas there are few studies on the influence of the paleoclimate condition and sediment provenance on the OM enrichment. In this study, a series of geochemical analyses was performed on the Chang 9 core samples, and their hydrocarbon generation potential, paleoclimate condition, and sediment provenance were assessed to analyze the effect of paleoclimate-provenance on OM enrichment. The Chang 9 source rocks are characterized by high OM abundance, type I−II OM type, and suitable thermal maturity, implying good hydrocarbon generation potential. Based on the C-values and Sr/Cu ratios, the paleoclimate condition of the Chang 9 member was mainly semihumid. In addition, the Th/Co vs. La/Sc diagram and negative δEuN indicate that the Chang 9 sediments were mainly derived from felsic source rocks. Meanwhile, the paleoweathering intensity of the Chang 9 member is moderate based on moderate values of CIA, PIA, and CIW, which corresponds to the semihumid paleoclimate. The relatively humid paleoclimate not only enhances photosynthesis of the primary producer, but also promotes chemical weathering intensity, leading to suitable terrestrial clastic influx to the lacustrine basin, which is beneficial for OM enrichment.

Recent Advances in the Molecular Effects of Biostimulants in Plants: An Overview.

As the world develops and population increases, so too does the demand for higher agricultural output with lower resources. Plant biostimulants appear to be one of the more prominent sustainable solutions, given their natural origin and their potential to substitute conventional methods in agriculture. Classified based on their source rather than constitution, biostimulants such as humic substances (HS), protein hydrolysates (PHs), seaweed extracts (SWE) and microorganisms have a proven potential in improving plant growth, increasing crop production and quality, as well as ameliorating stress effects. However, the multi-molecular nature and varying composition of commercially available biostimulants presents challenges when attempting to elucidate their underlying mechanisms. While most research has focused on the broad effects of biostimulants in crops, recent studies at the molecular level have started to unravel the pathways triggered by certain products at the cellular and gene level. Understanding the molecular influences involved could lead to further refinement of these treatments. This review comprises the most recent findings regarding the use of biostimulants in plants, with particular focus on reports of their molecular influence.

Palaeo-environmental and provenance reconstruction of the Lower Permian mudstones (lower Ecca Group) in the main Karoo Basin, South Africa

Assessing the composition and origin of the organic matter-rich mudstones, which dominate the early basin fill of the main Karoo Basin of South Africa, are essential for reconstructing the palaeo-environment, palaeo-climate, and potential provenance areas in southern Gondwana during the Early Permian. This study investigates the sedimentary geochemistry and petrography (e.g., major oxides, trace elements, mineral compositions, sedimentary structures, textures) of the lower Ecca Group, which was sampled in newly drilled boreholes. Our results show that the rate of weathering decreased over time as the environment changed from an ice-house to a more hot-house setting (i.e., the Chemical Index Alteration is 72–85 in the Prince Albert Formation and 60–76 in the Collingham Formation). Comparisons of the V/Cr, V(V + Ni), and Ni/Co ratios and Fe–S-TOC ternary plot show oscillations between anoxic and oxic conditions during deposition. Furthermore, there is evidence, albeit somewhat equivocal, for changing palaeo-salinity levels, low sedimentation rates, and high bio-productivity. Trace-element Principal Component Analysis, the Index of Compositional Variability, and Discriminant Function Analysis of the older mudstones (Prince Albert and Whitehill formations) imply different provenance regions with felsic to intermediate signatures predominantly found in the western MKB and mafic signatures in the eastern MKB. The youngest unit, the Collingham Formation, has a more uniform composition across the region, and was mostly sourced from the quartz-arenites and granites most likely associated with the Cape Fold Belt.

Double-Cross-Linked Networks Based on Methacryloyl Mucin.

Mucin is a glycoprotein with proven potential in the biomaterials field, but its use is still underexploited for such applications. The present work aims to produce a synthesis of methacryloyl mucin single-network (SN) hydrogels and their double-cross-linked-network (DCN) counterparts. Following the synthesis of the mucin methacryloyl derivative, various SN hydrogels are prepared through the photopolymerization of methacrylate bonds, using reaction media with different pH values. The SN hydrogels are converted into DCN systems via supplementary cross-linking in tannic acid aqueous solution. The chemical modification of mucin is described, and the obtained product is characterized; the structural modification of mucin is assessed through FTIR spectroscopy, and the circular dichroism and the isoelectric point of methacryloyl mucin is evaluated. The affinity for aqueous media of both SN and DCN hydrogels is estimated, and the mechanical properties of the systems are assessed, both at macroscale through uniaxial compression and rheology tests and also at microscale through nanoindentation tests.

The study of primary productivity of lichenized epigeic fungi in the pine forests of the Kostroma Region

Thalli of epigeic lichenized fungi of the genus Cladonia P. Browne are sources of high biological activity substances with a proven pharmaceutical potential. Its necessary to study characteristics of the accumulation of biomass by thalli, as well as conditions affecting the accumulation of secondary metabolites by lesions. For the first time, studies of the primary productivity and concentrations of secondary metabolites in lichens of the genus Cladonia in pine forests in the center of the European part of Russia are presented on the example of the Kostroma Region. The primary productivity of bushy lichens of the genus Cladonia in the pine forests of the Kostroma Region is in the range of 16,0534,72 g/m per year for C. arbuscula and 14,7028,18 g/m per year for C. rangiferina. The weight gain of the living part of the subset is in direct proportion to the intensity of sunlight: the optimum for C. arbuscula is 41006100 lx (0,0250 g/year), for C. rangiferina it is 38005800 lx (0,0407 g/year). The influence of abiotic factors (biotope humidity and sunlight intensity) on the parameters of primary productivity and the accumulation of secondary metabolites by thalli was revealed. The influence of biotic factors is manifested on the projective cover of species. The highest values of the projective cover, 85,67% (C. arbuscula) and 61% (C. rangiferina), are confined to well-illuminated biotopes with rarefied sunlight (thin sphagnum pine forest, sphagnum-heather pine forest slope). The maximum amount of acetone extract of secondary metabolites per weight of air-dry raw material of lichenized fungi of the genus Cladonia was isolated from well-illuminated areas of pine forests at 58007400 lx (11,541 and 15,916 mg/g q.s. of C. rangiferina and C. arbuscula raw materials, respectively). The increased humidity of the biotope and shading conditions slow down the accumulation of secondary metabolites in the subsets.

A prospection on membrane-based strategies for downstream processing of surfactin

Abstract Surfactin is one of the most powerful biosurfactants (surface activity, antiviral, antibiotic, and antitumor properties). Synthetic surfactants are derived from the petroleum industry, a finite source. However, the production costs of surfactin, mainly downstream processing, hinder its application at the industrial scale. Two-step ultrafiltration (UF) using polymeric membranes reaches a high recovery yield (>67%) and purity (up to 96%). This review aimed to critically discuss the current state of the art and future trends on surfactin recovery by membrane strategies, in particular the unexplored ceramic membranes. Although ceramic membranes have been successfully used in the separation of phospholipids and other biocompounds, only polymeric membranes have been studied in the downstream processing of surfactin. In addition to their proven potential in the separation of biocompounds, ceramic membranes still have higher chemical resistance that allows the use of organic solvents, such as those used in the purification of surfactin by two-stage ultrafiltration; and also allow for more aggressive chemical cleaning, longer lifetime, and consequently lower maintenance costs, which makes them more attractive economically, in particular for a long-term operation.

Distribution and potential provenance of trace elements in a 120-year dated sediment core from west Daya Bay, northeastern South China Sea

Eighteen trace elements were analyzed in a 120-year sediment core from Daya Bay. Burial flux history and potential provenance, the relationships among trace elements, and biogenic compositions were analyzed for determining the trend and extent of trace element accumulation and identifying corresponding anthropogenic effects. Additionally, the effects of anthropogenic activities on Daya Bay were reconstructed, and a baseline/background estimation was provided for Daya Bay. The burial fluxes of V, Cr, Cd, Cu, Zn, Mn, Fe, Co, Ni, Pb, Hg, Zn, Mo, Ag, As, Se, and Tl increased from 1960 to 2010, especially after the late 1980s. Our results are useful for understanding pollution and land-sea interactions along the coasts of the South China Sea, especially in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area.

Chemical profiling of selected Ayurveda formulations recommended for COVID-19

BackgroundThe novel coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19), caused by the severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus-2 (SARS-CoV-2), is the global health concern since December 2019. It has become a big challenge for the researchers to find a solution for this newly evolved pandemic. In Ayurveda point of view, COVID-19 is a Janapadodhwamsa vikara (epidemic disease), a situation where the environment—air, water, land, and seasons—is vitiated, causing a simultaneous manifestation of a disease among large populations. The aim of this study is to identify the active compounds of selected Ayurveda medicines recommended for COVID-19.ResultsThe selected preparations are traditionally recommended for the management of various kinds of fever including the infectious ones and to enhance the immunity. HPTLC analysis of the same showed presence of many active molecules like umbelliferone, scopoletin, caffeic acid, ferulic acid, gallic acid, piperine, curcumin, berberine, and palmatine.ConclusionThe study provided valuable scientific data regarding the active ingredients of the selected medicines with proven therapeutic potentials like anti-viral, immunomodulatory, and anti-inflammatory activities.

Quartz overgrowth textures and fluid inclusion thermometry evidence for basin‐scale sedimentary recycling: An example from the Mesozoic Barents Sea Basin

AbstractSedimentary recycling has the potential to obscure source‐to‐sink relationships, provenance interpretations, burial history reconstructions and robust reservoir quality predictions in siliciclastic sedimentary basins. Here, we integrate petrographic and cathodoluminescence microtextures with fluid inclusion thermometry in quartz overgrowths to identify sedimentary recycling and to constrain the potential provenance candidate for recycled grains in Lower Mesozoic sandstone of the western Barents Sea basin. Four diagenetic imprints were recognized as proof of sediment recycling: (a) microtextural surface properties of overgrowths, (b) the presence of overgrowths at sutured grain contacts, (c) reversed diagenetic sequences and (d) fluid inclusions within quartz overgrowths. The diagenetic imprints confirm delivery of recycled sediments across the western Barents Sea basin. Their widespread distribution across the basin suggest that the recycled grains were derived from a drainage basin with regional‐scale sediment dispersal potential during the latest Triassic. Furthermore, the drainage basin must have contained sedimentary rocks. Prior to surface exposure, the precursor sedimentary basin was subjected to burial temperatures exceeding 130°C, whereby syntaxial quartz overgrowths precipitated. This temperature indicates an uplift of around 3–4 km, which represents a significant tectonic event. Recycled quartz grains can provide insights on their provenance as they retain direct temperature records. The geothermal signatures and geographically widespread distribution of recycled quartz exclude spatially restricted intrabasinal highs and higher‐temperature crystalline rocks as provenance candidates for the recycled grain portion. Our data support the contemporaneous Novaya Zemlya Fold and Thrust Belt as the most likely provenance candidate in the region. The integrated approach demonstrated herein can be used to constrain sediment recycling and partly eroded provenance candidates in sedimentary basins of equivalent setting worldwide, particularly in quartz‐rich strata susceptible to sediment supply from older uplifted sedimentary basins.