ScientISST CORE: A novel hardware development platform for biomedical engineering.

Today, the use of biosignals is no longer limited to the traditional healthcare and medical domains, thanks to the application of biomedical engineering principles and devices in other domains, paving the way to the broader field of physiological computing. The increasing interest from the global engineering community, together with the challenges associated with the stringent requirements of biosignal acquisition, have motivated the development of enabling low-cost instruments for physiological sensing. Still, the use of some of these instruments in experimental activities and practical projects is still bounded by the cost and limited access to adequate support materials.

Draft genome sequence of strain BS235 isolated from hypersaline lakes from Brazilian pantanal.

Mitigating climate crisis has driven biotechnology research toward capturing and utilizing CO. Production of biosurfactants by microorganisms' metabolism offers a promising solution. We present the draft genome of strain BS235 from a hypersaline alkaline lake (Pantanal biome, Brazil).

Physicochemical Properties and In Vitro Antioxidant Activity Characterization of Protein Hydrolysates Obtained from Pumpkin Seeds Using Conventional and Ultrasound-Assisted Enzymatic Hydrolysis.

Pumpkin seed proteins (PSPs) are a promising resource for obtaining bioactive peptides but their low solubility hinders enzymatic hydrolysis, reducing yield and bioactivity. In addition, enzymatic processes require specific conditions and long processing times; improving the efficiency of this process is essential to expand its industrial applications. In this context, using a high-frequency, low-intensity ultrasound (US) has proven to be an effective strategy for optimizing the hydrolysis of plant protein.

Cross-Cultural Adaptation and Validation of the Portuguese Version of the Metacognitive Prospective Memory Inventory-Short Form (MPMI-s) in Non-Central Nervous System Cancer Patients.

: Cancer diagnosis and oncological treatments often lead to cognitive impairments, particularly in prospective memory, which affects the ability to recall future intentions. These difficulties can significantly impact therapeutic adherence, especially in the early stages of treatment, where timely medication and appointment adherence are critical. Despite this, effective measures for assessing prospective memory in cancer survivors remain limited.

Metaboloepigenetics: Role in the Regulation of Flow-Mediated Endothelial (Dys)Function and Atherosclerosis.

Endothelial dysfunction is the main initiating factor in atherosclerosis. Through mechanotransduction, shear stress regulates endothelial cell function in both homeostatic and diseased states. Accumulating evidence reveals that epigenetic changes play critical roles in the etiology of cardiovascular diseases, including atherosclerosis.