South American Acanthocinini (Coleoptera, Cerambycidae, Lamiinae): new species, synonymy, description of females, and notes.

Eucharitolus Bates, 1885 is divided into two informal groups of species, and its provisional features are reported. The females of Eucharitolus longus Botero & Monné, 2012, and Xenocona senticosa (Monné & Martins, 1976) are described for the first time and both species are newly recorded from Bolivia. New state records are provided for Eucharitolus lituratus (Melzer, 1934) and E.

gen. nov., sp. nov., a novel fructophilic lactic acid bacterium from bumble bees.

Strain LMG 33000 was isolated from a gut sample. It shared the highest percentage 16S rRNA sequence identity, average amino acid identity, and amino acid identity of conserved genes with LMG 28291 (95.86 %, 69.

The role and impact of viruses on cancer development.

This review focuses on three major aspects of oncoviruses' role in cancer development. To begin, we discuss their geographic distribution, revealing that seven oncoviruses cause 20% of all human cancers worldwide. Second, we investigate the primary carcinogenic mechanisms, looking at how these oncogenic viruses can induce cellular transformation, angiogenesis, and local and systemic inflammation.

A comparative genomic analysis of Fructobacillus evanidus sp. nov. from bumble bees.

The increase in studies on bee microbiomes is prompted by concerns over global pollinator declines. Bumble bees host core and non-core microbiota which may contribute to increased lifetime fitness. The presence of Fructobacillus in the gut microbiomes of bumble bee workers, or the replacement of core symbionts with Fructobacillus bacteria, has been considered a marker of dysbiosis.

Protocol to synthesize the auxin analog 5-Ph-IAA for conditional protein depletion in C. elegans using the AID2 system.

The auxin-inducible degron (AID) system is a broadly used tool for spatiotemporal and reversible control of protein depletion in multiple experimental model systems. AID2 technology relies on a synthetic ligand, 5-phenyl-indole-3-acetic acid (5-Ph-IAA), for improved specificity and efficiency of protein degradation. Here, we provide a protocol for cost-effective 5-Ph-IAA synthesis utilizing the Suzuki coupling of 5-chloroindole and phenylboronic acid.

Adherence and dropout in exercise-based interventions in childhood obesity: A systematic review of randomized trials.

Our objective was to systematically examine the characteristics of exercise interventions on adherence and dropout in children and adolescents with obesity. PubMed, Embase, PsycINFO, Lilacs, Scielo, and The Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials and reference lists of relevant articles were searched. We included randomized controlled trials with exercise interventions for pediatric patients with obesity presenting data on dropout and/or adherence.

Proposal of three novel insect-associated species: sp. nov., sp. nov. and sp. nov.

A recent modification of the Note to Rule 25a of the International Code for Nomenclature of Bacteria is used by the List Editors of the to justify the refusal to validate species protologues published in supplementary material to this formal decision. Authors are therefore forced to ask permission to reuse published data for the valid publication of such names. In the present letter we re-publish the species protologues of sp.

Labor and delivery: DIC, HELLP, preeclampsia.

Hematologists are often needed to assist with the management of microangiopathic emergencies in pregnancy. A firm understanding of the diagnosis and management of preeclampsia with severe features, hemolysis elevated liver enzyme and low platelet syndrome, and disseminated intravascular coagulation, which are the most common causes of microangiopathic emergencies, is critical. However, being able to consider when other microangiopathic emergencies (acute fatty liver of pregnancy, congenital and acquired thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura, complement mediated microangiopathy, antiphospholipid syndrome) should be considered is imperative.

An Unusual Finding of a Neurogenic Tumor of the Trachea: A Tracheal Schwannoma.

We report a rare case of a 57-year-old female patient with intraluminal tracheal obstruction caused by a benign schwannoma. She underwent successful bronchoscopic resection under general anesthesia, with no complications observed during the post-procedure follow-up. Tracheal schwannomas are exceedingly uncommon, and while conventional treatment involves surgical resection, bronchoscopic techniques, such as laser ablation, can be a valuable alternative, particularly for high-risk patients.

A multisensory mindfulness experience: exploring the promotion of sensory awareness as a mindfulness practice.

Objectives: In this preliminary and multidisciplinary exploratory study, we assessed whether a mindfulness practice could be enhanced through a multisensory experience design that mimics the "beginner's mind," relying on sensory awareness and biofeedback processes as participants interact with the experience.

Methods: We piloted and designed two conditions, being (a) a guided mindfulness practice based on the senses as an anchor to the present moment, using audio instruction only; and (b) an experience of mindfulness practice with successive sensory stimulation (olfactory, audio, and visual stimulation) followed by an interactive experience with biofeedback that provides a visual representation of the person's heartbeat in real-time. For each of the conditions we assessed anxiety (state and trait), as well as other psychological variables pre- and post-experience.

Enhancing IoT Network Security: Unveiling the Power of Self-Supervised Learning against DDoS Attacks.

The Internet of Things (IoT), projected to exceed 30 billion active device connections globally by 2025, presents an expansive attack surface. The frequent collection and dissemination of confidential data on these devices exposes them to significant security risks, including user information theft and denial-of-service attacks. This paper introduces a smart, network-based Intrusion Detection System (IDS) designed to protect IoT networks from distributed denial-of-service attacks.

Piloting a community-based psychosocial group intervention designed to reduce distress among conflict-affected adults in Colombia: a mixed-method study of remote, hybrid, and in-person modalities during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Background: Community members in Quibdó (Choco, Colombia) are highly vulnerable to psychosocial problems associated with the internal armed conflict, poverty, and insufficient public services, and exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic. A pilot study was conducted with conflict-affected adults in Quibdó to assess feasibility and outcomes of a community-based psychosocial support group intervention using three different intervention modalities: in-person, remote (conducted online), and hybrid (half of sessions in-person, half-remote). This group model integrated problem-solving and culturally based expressive activities and was facilitated by local community members with supervision by mental health professionals.

New opto-electro-mechanical sensor for two-dimensions dosimetry based on radiochromic films.

This work presents the validation of a new Opto‒Electro-Mechanical (MOEM) system consisting of a matrix of photodetectors for two-dimensional dosimetry evaluation with radiochromic films. The proposed system is based on a 5 × 10 matrix of photodetectors controlled by both in-house electronic circuit and graphical user interface, which enables optical measurements directly. We present the first tests performed in an X-ray machine and Cs source with that array by using Gafchromic EBT3 films.

Using machine learning to study the association of sociodemographic indicators, biomarkers, and oral condition in older adults in Colombia.

Background: Chronic health conditions and socioeconomic problems that affect the well-being and life expectancy of older adults are common. The objective of this cross-sectional study was to analyze the association between sociodemographic variables, oral conditions, and general health and the biomarkers of older adults using machine learning (ML).

Methods: A total of 15,068 surveys from the national study of Health, Well-Being and Aging (Salud, Bienestar y Envejecimiento) data set were used for this secondary analysis.

More than just mild thrombocytopenia: Clinical clues in the diagnosis of germline predisposition to malignancy from a rare variant.

Key Clinical Message: In the evaluation of patients with longstanding mild thrombocytopenia, emphasis on family history, genetic testing, and collaborative clinical and laboratory-based family studies can ensure proper diagnosis and monitoring for malignancies.

Abstract: We report the diagnostic approach to mild and non-specific thrombocytopenia with unclear genetic findings in two sisters. Genetic sequencing revealed a rare variant in ETS Variant Transcription Factor 6, which is associated with inherited thrombocytopenia with predisposition to hematologic malignancy.

Chiari Malformation Type 1 and Semi-Sitting Position-A Suitable Alternative for Patients with High BMI.

Objective: Chiari I malformation results from a mismatch between the posterior fossa bones and neural components. Management usually relies on surgical treatment. Despite being the most common assumed positioning, the prone position can be challenging in high body mass index (BMI) patients (>40 kg/m).

Relationship between Internet Use and Negative Affect.

While positive emotions like happiness and life satisfaction have received great attention, how to eliminate negative affect is largely neglected. This study contributes to the literature by examining the relationship between Internet use and people's negative affect. Unlike previous studies that consider only one indicator, we capture negative affect from different dimensions by considering loneliness, sadness, and life hardship.

Association of Down syndrome with periodontal diseases: Systematic review and meta-analysis.

Background: Down syndrome (DS) is distinguished by cognitive disability, a concave profile, and systemic complications. Oral diseases have been reported to be common in DS patients.

Objective: To investigate the association between DS and periodontal diseases.

Enhanced recovery after surgery in patients with normal pressure hydrocephalus undergoing ventriculoperitoneal shunting procedures.

Objective: Patients with idiopathic normal pressure hydrocephalus (iNPH) who undergo ventriculoperitoneal shunt (VPS) placement often belong to an older demographic, putting them at increased risk of postoperative delirium and related complications. Recent literature documenting the use of Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS) protocols in various disciplines of surgery has shown improved clinical outcomes, faster discharge, and lower readmission rates. Early return to a familiar environment (i.

A Comprehensive Survey on Resource Allocation Strategies in Fog/Cloud Environments.

The growing number of connected objects has allowed the development of new applications in different areas. In addition, the technologies that support these applications, such as cloud and fog computing, face challenges in providing the necessary resources to process information for different applications due to the highly dynamic nature of these networks and the many heterogeneous devices involved. This article reviews the existing literature on one of these challenges: resource allocation in the fog-cloud continuum, including approaches that consider different strategies and network characteristics.

Factors associated with oxygen requirement and persistent symptoms 1 year after severe COVID-19 infection.

Objective: We aimed to describe the prevalence and factors associated with the need for supplemental oxygen and persistent symptoms 1 year after severe SARS-CoV-2 infection.

Methods: In this historical cohort and nested case-control study, we included adults with severe COVID-19 (requiring admission to the intensive care unit or invasive mechanical ventilation). We evaluated factors associated with a need for supplemental oxygen and persistent symptoms 1 year after severe infection.

Prevalence of cardiovascular risk factors in a historical cohort of people living with human immunodeficiency virus during a 10-year period.

Objective: Data on the frequency of cardiovascular disease in people living with human immunodeficiency virus from low- and middle-income countries is scarce.

Methods: We performed an observational study based on data from a historical cohort of people living with human immunodeficiency virus in Colombia during a 10-year follow-up to describe the prevalence of cardiovascular risk factors and their behavior according to CD4 count.

Results: One thousand patients were initially included, out of which 390 had a 10-year follow-up.