Investigation on the Effect of Persian Gum and Transglutaminase Enzyme on Some Physicochemical and Microstructural Characteristics of Low-Fat Ultrafiltrated Iranian White Cheese.

This study aimed to assess the effect of Persian gum (PG) and microbial transglutaminase enzyme (MTGase) on some physicochemical and microstructural characteristics of low-fat ultrafiltrated Iranian white cheese during 60 days of cold storage. To manufacture the low-fat cheese samples, PG (0%, 0.25%, and 0.

Nutritional interventions in patients with burn injury: an umbrella review of systematic reviews and meta-analyses of randomised clinical trials.

Multiple reviews have examined the impact of nutritional interventions in patients with burn injuries; however, discrepancies among results cast doubt about their validity. We implemented this review to assess the impact of various nutritional interventions in adult patients with burn injuries. We conducted a thorough search of PubMed, Scopus and Web of Science databases until 1 August 2024, to identify relevant meta-analyses of intervention trials, examining the impact of nutritional interventions on burn patients.

Finding potential targets in cell-based immunotherapy for handling the challenges of acute myeloid leukemia.

Acute myeloid leukemia (AML) is a hostile hematological malignancy under great danger of relapse and poor long-term survival rates, despite recent therapeutic advancements. To deal with this unfulfilled clinical necessity, innovative cell-based immunotherapies have surfaced as promising approaches to improve anti-tumor immunity and enhance patient outcomes. In this comprehensive review, we provide a detailed examination of the latest developments in cell-based immunotherapies for AML, including chimeric antigen receptor (CAR) T-cell therapy, T-cell receptor (TCR)-engineered T-cell therapy, and natural killer (NK) cell-based therapies.

Antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and antibacterial activities of methanol extract and essential oil of two varieties of L. in Iran.

This study aimed to investigate the antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, antifungal, and antibacterial properties of skin and Flesh methanol extract and essential oil of two varieties of species of L in Iran (northern and southern oranges). This study evaluated total phenol and flavonoid contents and the antioxidant activity of methanol extracts at different concentrations (25, 50, 100, 200, and 400 μg/ml). Albumin denaturation inhibition and RBC membrane immobilisation assays were used as an model to investigate the anti-inflammatory effects.

Development of a cyclic ion mobility spectrometry-mass spectrometry-based collision cross-section database of permethylated human milk oligosaccharides.

Human milk oligosaccharides (HMOs) are an important class of biomolecules responsible for the healthy development of the brain-gut axis of infants. Unfortunately, their accurate characterization is largely precluded due to a variety of reasons - there are over 200 possible HMO structures whereas only 10s of these are available as authentic analytical standards. Furthermore, their isomeric heterogeneity stemming from their many possible glycosidic linkage positions and corresponding α/β anomericities further complicates their analyses.

The effect of crocin on movement disorders and oxidative DNA damage in Parkinson's disease: Insights from a randomized controlled trial.

Background: Parkinson's disease (PD), the second most prevalent neurological disorder in the elderly, manifests with distinctive movement disorders, including bradykinesia, resting tremor, and stiffness. With a progressive course, current treatment strategies primarily target symptomatic relief. Crocin is a chemical compound isolated from the dry stigma of Crocus sativus, and has demonstrated neuroprotective properties.

Assessment of renal transplant dysfunction by doppler sonography: A systematic review and meta-analysis.

Background: Doppler sonography parameters, particularly the resistive index (RI), have been identified as an essential tool for assessing renal transplant dysfunction (RTD). However, there is some ambiguity in the findings of previous research studies on this matter. Therefore, the objective of our study is to examine the relationship between changes in RI subsequent to RTD.

Screening of NIAS World Rice Core Collection for Seeds with Long Longevity as Useful Potential Breeding Materials Focusing on the Stability of Embryonic RNAs.

Seed longevity is a crucial trait for the seed industry and genetic resource preservation. To develop excellent cultivars with extended seed lifespans, it is important to understand the mechanism of keeping seed germinability long term and to find useful genetic resources as prospective breeding materials. This study was conducted to identify the best cultivars with a high and stable seed longevity trait in the germplasm of rice ( L.

Effect of Bacterial Extracellular Polymeric Substances from spp. on Rice Growth under Abiotic Stress and Transcriptomic Analysis.

Plant biostimulants have received attention as sustainable alternatives to chemical fertilizers. Extracellular polymeric substances (EPSs), among the compounds secreted by plant growth-promoting rhizobacteria (PGPRs), are assumed to alleviate abiotic stress. This study aims to investigate the effect of purified EPSs on rice under abiotic stress and analyze their mechanisms.

Elasto-inertial focusing and particle migration in high aspect ratio microchannels for high-throughput separation.

The combination of flow elasticity and inertia has emerged as a viable tool for focusing and manipulating particles using microfluidics. Although there is considerable interest in the field of elasto-inertial microfluidics owing to its potential applications, research on particle focusing has been mostly limited to low Reynolds numbers (Re<1), and particle migration toward equilibrium positions has not been extensively examined. In this work, we thoroughly studied particle focusing on the dynamic range of flow rates and particle migration using straight microchannels with a single inlet high aspect ratio.

Comparison of the Effect of the Jaw Thrust Maneuver, Chin Lift, Head Rotation, and Tongue Protrusion on the Obstruction of Different Levels of the Upper Airway During the Drug-Induced Sleep Endoscopy: A Cross-Sectional Study.

Unlabelled: To determine the impact of four maneuvers (Jaw Thrust, Chin Lift, Head Rotation, and Tongue Protrusion) on the degree of airway collapse at different airway levels during drug-induced sleep endoscopy (DISE) compared with natural supine position (regular) DISE and evaluate the association of each maneuver with polysomnographic findings compared with regular DISE without any maneuver. One hundred and nine OSA patients aged 20 to 55 who were candidates for sleep surgery were included. The association of the Apnea Hypopnea Index (AHI) with the degree of obstruction during four maneuvers of DISE and regular DISE was evaluated.

The effect of oral nutrition supplement (ONS) on the nutritional and clinical status of patients undergoing autologous hematopoietic stem cell transplantation: study protocol for a randomized controlled clinical trial.

Introduction: Several side effects within the patients undergoing hematopoietic stem cell transplantation (HSCT), especially ones that influence nutrition intake, can cause weight loss and malnutrition. Based on studies, oral nutritional supplement (ONS) may reinforce their nutrient intake and progress clinical outcomes. The objective of this research is to investigate the effect of oral nutrition supplements on the nutritional and clinical status of patients undergoing autologous hematopoietic stem cell transplantation.

Prevalence of Neurological Symptoms and Imaging Findings in Von Hippel-Lindau Patients Referred to Rasool Akram Hospital, 2018-2021.

This study aimed to assess the prevalence of neurological symptoms and related imaging findings in patients with von Hippel-Lindau (VHL) at Rasool Akram Hospital from September 2018 to September 2021. This analytical observational study examined eligible patients over the period from September 2018 to September 2021. We collected demographic information (age, gender) along with imaging findings and results of neurological and eye examinations.

A novel synthesis method of magnetic Janus particles for wastewater applications.

Hypothesis: Magnetic particles are widely used in many adsorption and removal processes. Among the many types of magnetic colloids, magnetic Janus particles offer significant possibilities for the effective removal of several components from aqueous solutions. Nevertheless, the synthesis of structures integrating different types of materials requires scalable fabrication processes to overcome the limitations of the available methodologies.

Rapid detection of major enterotoxin genes and antibiotic resistance of Staphylococcus aureus isolated from raw milk in the Yazd province, Iran.

Introduction: Raw milk is a nutrient-rich food, but it may harbour harmful bacteria, such as enterotoxigenic Staphylococcus aureus (S. aureus), which can cause staphylococcal food poisoning. Antibiotic resistance of S.

Involvement of Peptidoglycan Receptor Proteins in Mediating the Growth-Promoting Effects of Bacillus pumilus TUAT1 in Arabidopsis thaliana.

Bacillus pumilus TUAT1 acts as plant growth-promoting rhizobacteria for various plants like rice and Arabidopsis. Under stress conditions, B. pumilus TUAT1 forms spores with a thick peptidoglycan (PGN) cell wall.

Stochastic energy management of a microgrid incorporating two-point estimation method, mobile storage, and fuzzy multi-objective enhanced grey wolf optimizer.

In this study, the stochastic energy management, and scheduling of a renewable microgrid involving energy sources and dynamic storage is performed considering energy resource and demand uncertainties and demand response (DR) using the two-point estimation method (2 m + 1 PEM). The three-dimensional objective function is defined as maximizing the renewable hosting capacity and minimizing the operation cost, and emission cost minimization. The decision variables include installation location and size of the renewable resources and mobile energy storage system (MESS), determined using a multi-objective enhanced grey wolf optimizer (MOEGWO) improved based on the logistic chaotic mapping integrated with fuzzy decision-making approach.