Publications by authors named "F Polat"
In this study, a simple, accurate, and precise analytical strategy was developed for the determination of total nitrogen (total dissolved nitrogen + particulate nitrogen) in surface waters using smartphone technology. The spectrophotometric method based on digestion with persulfate, commonly used in water analyses, was integrated with a digital image-based colorimetric detection system (DIC). To evaluate the accuracy of the total nitrogen-digital image-based colorimetric detection system (TN-DIC), results obtained from the Hach method and UV-VIS spectrophotometer were compared with the RGB values obtained from the smartphone imaging system.
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- Colorectal surgery often leads to significant postoperative complications, mainly infections, potentially due to monocyte epigenetic changes and immune tolerance.
- A study involving 100 patients measured changes in damage-associated molecular patterns (DAMPs) and cytokine production, alongside exploratory analyses of proteins and DNA accessibility in monocytes.
- Results showed significant increases in plasma DAMPs, particularly HMGB1 and mitochondrial DNA post-surgery, while in vitro tests revealed that HSP70 and HMGB1 reduced the cytokine production capacity of immune cells.
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- On February 6, 2023, Turkey experienced two devastating earthquakes, resulting in over 50,000 deaths and significant property damage.
- A study involving 1,004 survivors aimed to explore the relationship between post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and sleep hygiene six months post-disaster.
- Findings showed high levels of PTSD among survivors, with a notable positive correlation between PTSD severity and poor sleep hygiene, highlighting the need for community-based psychological interventions.