In vitro and in vivo investigation of the biological action of xylooligosaccharides derived from industrial waste.

Xylooligosaccharides (XOS) are prebiotics of significant biological value that can be obtained through cost-effective purification of agricultural waste. The present research featured in vitro and in vivo investigation of prebiotic effects of xylooligosaccharides derived from wheat bran powder and brewer's spent grain. Prebiotic activity of , and spp.

Molecular epidemiology of SARS-CoV-2 in Mongolia, first experience with nanopore sequencing in lower- and middle-income countries setting.

Background: Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) has had a significant impact globally, and extensive genomic research has been conducted on severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) lineage patterns and its variants. Mongolia's effective response resulted in low prevalence until vaccinations became available. However, due to the lack of systematically collected data and absence of whole genome sequencing capabilities, we conducted a two-stepped, nationally representative molecular epidemiologic study of SARS-CoV-2 in Mongolia for 2020 and 2021.

SARS-CoV-2 seroepidemiology in Mongolia, 2020-2021: a longitudinal national study.

Background: The COVID-19 pandemic has global impacts but is relatively understudied in developing countries. Mongolia, a lower-middle-income country, instituted strict control measures in early 2020 and avoided widespread transmission until vaccines became available in February, 2021. Mongolia achieved its 60% vaccination coverage goal by July 2021.

Sequence diversity of hepatitis D virus in Mongolia.

Introduction: The Hepatitis Delta Virus (HDV) is a defective, single-stranded RNA virusoid encoding for a single protein, the Hepatitis Delta Antigen (HDAg), which requires the hepatitis B virus (HBV) envelope protein (HBsAg) for its transmission. Currently, hepatitis D is the most aggressive form of viral hepatitis and treatment options are limited. Worldwide 12 million people are chronically infected with HDV being at high risk for progression to cirrhosis and development of liver cancer.

The Chronic and Acute Toxicity of Traditional Medicines Containing .

Objectives: , the main ingredient of Altan Arur 5, has been used for many years in traditional medicine. This medicine is more effective than other drugs and is used to treat chronic gastritis and gastrointestinal disorders such as peptic ulcers and esophageal reflux. Other ingredients of Altan Arur 5 are (pomegranate), tulip seeds, black balm, and excreta of .

SARS-CoV-2 seroprevalence in Mongolia: Results from a national population survey.

Background: With the global spread of severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) in early 2020, Mongolia implemented rapid emergency measures and did not report local transmission until November 2020. We conducted a national seroprevalence survey to monitor the burden of SARS-CoV-2 in Mongolia in the months surrounding the first local transmission.

Methods: During October-December 2020, participants were randomly selected using age stratification and invited for interviews and blood samples at local primary health centres.