Publications by authors named "A HENSEN"

Malaria vaccines consisting of metabolically active Plasmodium falciparum (Pf) sporozoites can offer improved protection compared with currently deployed subunit vaccines. In a previous study, we demonstrated the superior protective efficacy of a three-dose regimen of late-arresting genetically attenuated parasites administered by mosquito bite (GA2-MB) compared with early-arresting counterparts (GA1-MB) against a homologous controlled human malaria infection. Encouraged by these results, we explored the potency of a single GA2-MB immunization in a placebo-controlled randomized trial.

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  • Clostridioides difficile (C. difficile) is a major cause of healthcare-related diarrhea, with issues like antibiotic resistance and high relapse rates complicating treatment.
  • *Faecal microbiota transplantation is a potential therapy but understanding the key factors for successful colonization resistance is necessary for its broader application.
  • *Experts highlighted the need for a Controlled Human Infection Model (CHIM) to safely study mild to moderate C. difficile infections, which could lead to new treatments and better insights into how the infection works.*
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HFC-23 is a potent greenhouse gas, predominantly emitted as an undesired by-product during the synthesis and processing of HCFC-22 (ref. ). Previously, the Clean Development Mechanism and national efforts called for the implementation of abatement technology for reducing HFC-23 emissions.

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The development of nursing evidence within hemodialysis is challenged by the vast numbers of specialized tasks clinicians undertake. Developing an evidence base is complex and multi-faceted, requiring a collaborative and well-defined process. Commonly, a process of quality improvement is initially undertaken, whereby nurses develop a plan, undertake action, study outcomes, and review results.

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