Publications by authors named "Hemalatha"

Skin epithelial stem cells correct aberrancies induced by oncogenic mutations. Oncogenes invoke different strategies of epithelial tolerance; while wild-type cells outcompete β-catenin-gain-of-function (βcatGOF) cells, Hras cells outcompete wild-type cells. Here we ask how metabolic states change as wild-type stem cells interface with mutant cells and drive different cell-competition outcomes.

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Pancreatic cancer is a highly fatal malignancy due to poor early detection rate and resistance to conventional therapies. This review examines the potential for liquid biopsy as a transformative technology to identify diagnostic and therapeutic targets in pancreatic cancer. Specifically, we explore emerging biomarkers such as exosomal non-coding RNAs (ncRNAs), circulating tumor DNA (ctDNA), and circulating tumor cells (CTCs).

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Salmonella spp. represent a significant etiological agent of foodborne illnesses and constitute a notable public health challenge on a global scale. Effectively managing Salmonella contamination within the food supply chain is imperative, as it represents a significant threat to public health, potentially leading to severe illnesses with fatal consequences.

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  • Natural and modified clay minerals, specifically organoclays synthesized from bentonite and various surfactants, are explored as effective sorbents for cleaning up lead ion contamination in environments.
  • The adsorption of lead ions was best described by the Langmuir model, with high R values indicating good fit (0.97 to 0.99), and the organoclays showed varied effectiveness based on the type of surfactant used.
  • The study revealed that organoclays enhance electrostatic interactions with lead ions due to changes in zeta potential during modification, suggesting that mechanisms like ion exchange and electrostatic attraction are key to their efficiency in lead absorption.
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The Hippo signalling pathway is prominent and governs cell proliferation and stem cell activity, acting as a growth regulator and tumour suppressor. Defects in Hippo signalling and hyperactivation of its downstream effector's Yes-associated protein (YAP) and transcriptional co-activator with PDZ-binding motif (TAZ) play roles in cancer development, implying that pharmacological inhibition of YAP and TAZ activity could be an effective cancer treatment strategy. Conversely, YAP and TAZ can also have beneficial effects in promoting tissue repair and regeneration following damage, therefore their activation may be therapeutically effective in certain instances.

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  • - The study explores a new hydrogel made from natural silk fibroin and a customizable collagen-like protein, designed for better wound repair through rapid crosslinking using light and a photo-initiator.
  • - This engineered hydrogel, called PASCH, shows superior stability and biological properties compared to control hydrogels made solely from silk fibroin.
  • - It promotes better cell adhesion and growth in lab tests, leads to enhanced wound closure in endothelial cells, and supports cell repair through various cytokines and growth factors, highlighting its potential for tissue engineering.
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The prevailing dogma for morphological patterning in developing organisms argues that the combined inputs of transcription factor networks and signalling morphogens alone generate spatially and temporally distinct expression patterns. However, metabolism has also emerged as a critical developmental regulator, independent of its functions in energy production and growth. The mechanistic role of nutrient utilization in instructing cellular programmes to shape the in vivo developing mammalian embryo remains unknown.

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  • Next-generation wireless networks rely on effective positioning, coverage, and connectivity to monitor regions and detect targets using wireless sensor networks (WSNs).
  • Randomly deployed sensor nodes often lead to poor coverage and battery depletion creates gaps, necessitating optimal sensor placement to enhance monitorability, which this study addresses using an enhanced particle swarm optimization (EPSO) algorithm.
  • The EPSO algorithm improves coverage by ensuring that sensor nodes are spaced apart and that each target is monitored, with results showing improved coverage conditions at various frequency bands, especially with a communication radius of 4 m compared to existing methods.
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In recent decades, most electrical/electronic products possess non - biodegradable components. The expanding consumption of these goods and their eventual disposal pose a serious environmental threat. To cope up with this issue, biodegradable electrical/electronic components using biobased fibres can be an alternative option.

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  • Childhood anaemia is a major health issue in India, affecting child development and health, with the study examining trends and risk factors over 15 years among children aged 6-59 months.
  • Data from recent NFHS surveys revealed a slight decline in anaemia prevalence, but certain groups, like younger children and those from SC/ST communities, remain highly vulnerable; factors like maternal education and health also play crucial roles.
  • The study suggests targeting education, maternal nutrition, and reducing family size as vital strategies for decreasing anaemia rates among children in India.
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Primary central nervous system lymphoma (PCNSL) is a rare, aggressive variant of extranodal non-Hodgkin's lymphoma. Although gadolinium-enhanced magnetic resonance imaging remains the initial imaging modality of choice, a whole-body F-18 fluorodeoxyglucose (FDG) positron emission tomography-computed tomography is imperative to exclude systemic lymphomatous involvement. Furthermore, the metabolic parameter, maximum standardized uptake value (SUV) of the lesion, tumor-to-normal cerebral tissue SUV ratio, and FDG uptake patterns help in differentiating intracranial lymphomas from High-grade Glioblastoma Multiforme (HGM) and infectious lesions, and hence, consolidating the diagnosis.

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Safe drug recommendation systems play a crucial role in minimizing adverse drug reactions and enhancing patient safety. In this research, we propose an innovative approach to develop a safety drug recommendation system by integrating the Salp Swarm Optimization-based Particle Swarm Optimization (SalpPSO) with the GraphSAGE algorithm. The goal is to optimize the hyper parameters of GraphSAGE, enabling more accurate drug-drug interaction prediction and personalized drug recommendations.

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  • Pyroptosis is a type of cell death that causes inflammation and is important in fighting cancer.
  • Gasdermin-D is a key protein that helps to trigger pyroptosis and this review looks at how certain non-coding RNAs (like lncRNA, miRNA, and siRNA) can influence Gasdermin-D.
  • Understanding how these non-coding RNAs interact with Gasdermin-D could help create new treatments for cancer by improving the way cells die when they're unhealthy.
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Industrial dye degradation involves several processes by which dyes are broken down, ideally into innocuous products. Methylene blue (MB) is one of the most commonly employed dyes in the textile industry and is released into water in routine industry processes. These discharges lead to creating a nocuous nature for humans and animals.

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Quinolones, a key class of heterocyclics, are gaining popularity among organic and medicinal chemists due to their promising properties. Quinoline, with its broad spectrum of action, plays a primordial role in chemotherapy for cancer. Drugs include lenvatinib and its structural derivatives carbozantinib and bosutinib, and tipifarnib are the popular anticancer agents.

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Storage pests, particularly bruchids, are major biotic constraints causing significant storage losses in pulses. Conventional control methods relying on insecticides and fumigants often lead to food contamination due to toxic pesticide residues and a rapid decline in seed germination. In this investigation, through green nano-technological application, a promising and sustainable alternative for pest management is developed.

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Purpose: The purpose of this study is to evaluate the adenosine pharmacological stress-induced electrocardiogram (ECG) changes and their association with stress-induced ischemic defects on myocardial perfusion scintigraphy (MPS) in the evaluation of coronary artery disease (CAD) and to evaluate event-free survival among patients with positive and negative ECG/MPS image findings.

Methods: A total of 100 patients were examined using stress MPS from March 2020 to August 2021. Stress-induced ECG changes during adenosine infusion were evaluated.

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  • * I-131 scans are essential for monitoring thyroid remnants, residual disease, and potential recurrences, relying on the sodium-iodide symporter for iodine uptake.
  • * This review discusses cases from our department where false-positive I-131 uptake occurred in conditions like vertebral hemangioma, lipoma, sinusitis, teratoma, and uterine leiomyoma.
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This comprehensive review delves into the evolving landscape of assisted reproductive technologies (ARTs) in bovine species, particularly focusing on the pivotal roles of semen additives in the cryopreservation of buffalo and cattle semen. In developing nations, where ARTs are still emerging, these techniques significantly influence bovine reproductive strategies. In contrast, developed regions have embraced them as primary approaches for dairy buffalo and cattle breeding.

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Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs), often called drones, have gained progressive prevalence for their swift operational ability as well as their extensive applicability in diverse real-world situations. Of late, UAV usage in precision agriculture has attracted much interest from scientific community. This study will look at drone aid in precise farming.

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In this study, we developed hydrogels using polyvinyl alcohol (PVA), vanillin (V), and a fungus-derived carboxymethyl chitosan (FC) using a freeze-thaw-based method. These hydrogels were strengthened by bonding, including Schiff's base bonding between V and FC and hydrogen bonding between PVA, FC, and V. The physiological properties of these PFCV hydrogels were characterized by FTIR, TGA, compressive mechanical testing, and rheology and water contact angle measurements.

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Collagen, a key component of extracellular matrix serves as a linchpin for maintaining structural integrity and functional resilience. Concerns over purity and immunogenicity of animal-derived collagens have spurred efforts to develop synthetic collagen-based biomaterials. Despite several collagen mimics, there remains limited exploration of non-immunogenic biomaterials with the capacity for effective self-assembly.

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The aim of the current study was to synthesize silver nanoparticles (PLSNPs) using green technology by means of phytosterol-enriched fractions fromextracts (EAF) and evaluate their toxicological and anti-haemorrhoidal potential. The average size of the synthesized particles was found to be 85.64 nm by scanning electron microscopy and transmission electron microscopy.

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