Publications by authors named "A S Alharthi"

The purpose of the current study was to investigate the effects of gum Arabic supplementation on short-chain fatty acids, cecal microbiota, immune-related gene expression, and small intestinal morphology in post-hatched broiler chicks. On the day of hatching, four hundred thirty-two commercial male broiler chicks were randomly allocated into six treatments with twelve cages as replicates of six chicks each for 24 days. Dietary treatments (T1 to T6) were supplemented with 0.

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Green methanol fuel synthesis by CO hydrogenation is regarded as one of the potential viable techniques for meeting future energy demands. Enhancing catalytic performance and process knowledge are crucial for the practicality of catalyzed CO conversion pathways. Here, co-precipitation was utilized to prepare Cu-Zn bimetallic catalysts based on silica gel.

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Alzheimer's disease (AD) is a common neurodegenerative disorder that presents a significant health concern, often leading to substantial cognitive decline among older adults. A prominent feature of AD is progressive dementia, which eventually disrupts daily functioning and the ability to live independently. A major challenge in addressing AD is its prolonged pre-symptomatic phase, which makes early detection difficult.

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This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of a layer-by-layer (LbL) technique for delivering ketoconazole to prevent fungi prosthetic joint infection (PJI) LbL assembly is a versatile technique for functionalizing biomaterial surfaces and engineering objects such as capsules and films through electrostatic attraction. This method involves the cyclic deposition of various materials onto substrates, allowing for the controlled growth of thin films. One of the key advantages of LbL assembly is its ability to create stable, nanoscale films with organized structures and customizable compositions on a range of substrates, which only need to carry electrostatic charges.

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Article Synopsis
  • - Dexmedetomidine (DEX) is a sedative used for critically ill COVID-19 patients due to its benefits like reduced respiratory depression and potential anti-inflammatory effects, prompting a study on its safety and efficacy in this context.
  • - In a study involving 155 ICU patients with COVID-19 who did not need invasive ventilation, DEX did not significantly reduce the incidence of respiratory failure, but those receiving DEX had a statistically shorter time until they required mechanical ventilation.
  • - Outcomes related to ICU and hospital stays, as well as mortality rates within 30 days, showed no significant differences between DEX users and the control group, indicating the need for further studies to explore DEX's effects.
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