Dramatic ENSO related Southwestern Atlantic ecosystem shifts.

ENSO (El Niño Southern Oscillation) events are becoming more frequent and more intense as climate change continues. Although ENSO effects are known to propagate into the southwest Atlantic, knowledge of how these anomalies result in ecological impacts is yet to be documented. A 3600 km transect in the southwest Atlantic from the Falkland Islands (Malvinas) to Tristan da Cunha during La Niña (March 2018) found a more abundant and speciose seabird assemblage, with more filter-feeding seabird and cetacean species, and a shallower and more concentrated pelagic biomass, than a near identical transect during El Niño (March 2019).

The Salivary Transcriptome: A Window into Local and Systemic Gene Expression Patterns.

Saliva, a readily available and noninvasive biofluid, has emerged as a promising source for gene expression studies, offering a window into both local and systemic gene expression patterns. The salivary transcriptome and miRNome hold valuable information about the physiological and pathological processes occurring in the oral cavity and throughout the body.This chapter delves into the potential of saliva as a noninvasive sampling method, exploring its utility in gene expression profiling for various applications.

The effect of nitrile gloves on temperature perception during hot water immersion.

Introduction: Scalds account for 40 % of burn injuries in developed countries, with a subset occurring during caregiving activities, particularly when gloves are worn. Gloves, a standard precaution against infection and body fluid exposure, may impair sensory feedback critical for detecting temperature changes, potentially increasing the risk of burns during personal care tasks.

Methods: This study investigated the impact of glove use on heat perception.

Multi-domain Online Therapeutic Investigation Of Neurocognition (MOTION) - A randomized comparative-effectiveness study of two remotely delivered mind-body interventions for older adults with cognitive decline.

Background: Research suggest that mind-body movement programs have beneficial effects on cognitive outcomes for older adults with cognitive decline. However, few studies have directly compared specific approaches to mind-body movement or studied the impact of remote program delivery.

Methods: In a 3-arm randomized controlled trial (RCT) for older adults with cognitive impairment, we are comparing a multidomain mind-body program that emphasizes movement, body awareness, personal meaningfulness, and social connection, and a traditional Chinese mind-body exercise (Tai Chi) to a health and wellness education control condition.

Preparing Surrogates for Decision-Making: Development and Pilot Testing of Prepare for Their Care.

Context: Surrogate decision-makers have expressed the need for better preparation around communication and medical decision-making.

Objectives: This mixed-methods feasibility study aimed to assess the feasibility and usability of an online program to prepare surrogates for their role.

Methods: We developed a 2-part program for surrogates called PREPARE For THEIR Care with a diverse group of Community Advisory Board members and caregivers recruited from the National Patient Advocacy Foundation.