Identification of SNPs associated with fatty acid contents in mutant soybean lines by a genome-wide association study.

Background: Vegetable oils are primarily composed of unsaturated fatty acids. Soybean [Glycine max (L.) Merr.

Health systems responsiveness towards needs of pregnant women in Vietnam.

Background: Health systems that are responsive to maternal mental health recognise the importance of integrating mental health services into maternal care. Studies from Vietnam have reported particularly high rates of common perinatal mental health disorders (CPMDs) in both rural and urban areas of the country. Despite the increasing burden of maternal mental health conditions, there is currently no guidance on the screening for CPMDs within maternal care, both antenatal and postnatal.

Effect of processing parameters on characteristics of biodegradable extended-release microspheres containing leuprolide acetate.

Objective: Poly(lactic--glycolic acid) microsphere containing leuprolide acetate - an extended-release drug delivery system whose characteristics (i.e. loading capacity, particle size and initial burst phase) depend on processing parameters.

Melanoma in people living with HIV: Immune landscape dynamics and the role of immuno- and antiviral therapies.

The intersection of HIV and melanoma presents a complex and unique challenge, marked by distinct patterns in incidence, mortality, and treatment response. Higher mortality rates among people with HIV who develop melanoma underscore an urgent need to identify the factors influencing these outcomes. Investigating immune system dynamics, the effects of anti-retroviral drugs, and the evolving landscape of cancer immunotherapy in this population holds promise for new insights, though significant uncertainties remain.

The Relationship Between Preoperative Vitamin D Levels and Keloid Recurrence.

Background: Keloids, characterized by excessive collagen deposition, often recur despite various treatments. This study explores the association between preoperative serum vitamin D levels and keloid recurrence in a Korean population.

Methods: A retrospective cohort of 160 patients who underwent keloid excision was analyzed.