Serum starvation as the most suitable method for inducing G/G phase cell cycle arrest in six-banded armadillo (Euphractus sexcinctus) skin-derived fibroblast lines.

Background: Several studies have evaluated different cell cycle synchronization methods to improve reprogramming efficiency aimed at wild species conservation. The six-banded armadillo is one of the wild mammals with significant ecological and biomedical interests but has not yet been evaluated for reprogramming purposes.

Objective: We investigated the effects in a time-dependent manner of serum starvation (SS; 0.

Down the "Black Hole" of Sexual Violence in the Brussels Nightlife: A Qualitative Exploration of Social Media Testimonials.

The Instagram account (@Balance_ton_bar) highlighted the issue of sexual violence in Brussels nightlife sharing testimonials from victim-survivors. Set up in response to reports of drug-facilitated sexual assault at nightlife establishments, the account aimed to raise awareness and hold establishments accountable. This study examines these testimonials to explore how violence was perpetrated-through chemical drugging, alcohol use, isolation, and social power-the socio-emotional consequences for victim-survivors, and their journeys in seeking support.

Impact of Saharan dust on particulate matter characteristics in an urban and a natural locality in Central Europe.

In late March to early April 2024, an unusually high amount of sand dust was wind-blown to Europe from the Sahara Desert. Most of mainland Europe was affected by these sand dust particles. As a result, Central Europe experienced an exceptionally high increase in air pollution.

Comparing Synchronous and Asynchronous Remotely Delivered Lifestyle Interventions: Protocol for a Randomized Noninferiority Trial.

Background: Remotely delivered lifestyle interventions have emerged to increase the reach and accessibility of traditional interventions that involve numerous in-person visits. Remote interventions can be delivered synchronously via videoconference software or phone or asynchronously via online platforms. Asynchronously delivered interventions are convenient and flexible in that they allow people to participate at any time and as such, they may be more sustainable.

Pro-Inflammatory Cytokines Expressed During the Initial Phases of Osseointegration: A Systematic Review.

Identifying patients with a strong pro-inflammatory phenotype may allow clinicians to underpin high-risk individuals based on early inflammatory marker profiles and to personalize approaches to preventative treatments. The objective of this systematic review is to synthesize the results of previous studies on osseointegration to show which pro-inflammatory cytokines and chemokines have been detected and quantified during the initial phase of osseointegration. PubMed, Embase, Scopus, ISI Web of Science, and Cochrane Library were searched for articles published until August 2024.