Discriminatory Accuracy of Fracture Risk Assessment Tool in Asian Populations: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.

Background: This review explores the discriminative ability of fracture risk assessment tool (FRAX) in major osteoporotic fracture (MOF) and hip fracture (HF) risk prediction and the densitometric diagnosis of osteoporosis in Asian populations.

Methods: We systematically searched the EMBASE, Cochrane, and PubMed databases from the earliest indexing date to January 2024. Studies were included if FRAX was used to identify future osteoporotic fractures or a densitometric diagnosis of osteoporosis in an Asian population and reported the area under the curve (AUC) values.

Single-cell transcriptomics: a new frontier in plant biotechnology research.

Single-cell transcriptomic techniques have ushered in a new era in plant biology, enabling detailed analysis of gene expression at the resolution of individual cells. This review delves into the transformative impact of these technologies on our understanding of plant development and their far-reaching implications for plant biotechnology. We present a comprehensive overview of the latest advancements in single-cell transcriptomics, emphasizing their application in elucidating complex cellular processes and developmental pathways in plants.

Enrichment of Peanut butter using Curcuma Longa (turmeric) industrial byproducts and its impact on shelf life.

This study explores the potential of Curcuma longa byproducts, called Curcuminoid removed turmeric oleoresin (CRTO), to extend the shelf life of peanut butter. CRTO, rich in curcuminoids, was added to peanut butter formulations to assess its preservative effects, flavour impact, and nutritional benefits. Results demonstrated that CRTO oil and curcuminoids effectively prolonged peanut butter shelf life by delaying rancidity.

Integrating physiological and multi-omics methods to elucidate heat stress tolerance for sustainable rice production.

Heat stress presents unique challenges compared to other environmental stressors, as predicting crop responses and understanding the mechanisms for heat tolerance are complex tasks. The escalating impact of devastating climate changes heightens the frequency and intensity of heat stresses, posing a noteworthy threat to global agricultural productivity, especially in rice-dependent regions of the developing world. Humidity has been demonstrated to negatively affect rice yields worldwide.