Analytical model for helical particle array assessment for EMI shielding applications.

This paper introduces an analytical method for studying power transmission through an infinite array of helical-shaped metal particles in a lossy dielectric medium. While the assessment of composite slabs' transmitted power has been extensively researched in the electromagnetic interference (EMI) shielding field, many studies lack an adequate problem description. The primary inadequacy of these studies is the need for an analytical framework.

Whole exome sequencing revealed new variants and haplotypes associated with monogenic obesity.

Objectives: This study aims to identify new variants and haplotypes associated with monogenic obesity by analyzing known obesity genes in whole exome sequencing (WES) data.

Methods: The monogenic obesity-associated genes were identified by using the National Institutes of Health (NIH) Genetic Testing Registry (GTR) monogenic obesity panels. WES was performed on ( = 49) extremely obese (children under 5 with weight-for-height greater than 3 standard deviations (SD) above the World Health Organization (WHO) Child Growth Standards median) and ( = 50) control nonobese (25 > body mass index (BMI) < 30) subjects without a history of childhood obesity, and also Iranome WES data of healthy subjects ( = 800).

Leo Kanner: The Physician and Pioneer of Autism.

Dr. Chaskel Leib (Leo) Kanner is widely regarded as the father of child psychiatry in the United States. He was a pioneering figure in autism research who paved the way for child psychiatry and our modern-day understanding of autism.

Survival Analysis of Glioblastoma: A Scientometric Perspective.

Background: Glioblastoma is the most aggressive primary brain tumor and the outlook for patients is usually pessimistic. Numerous ongoing studies have focused on enhancing the survival rate of glioblastoma patients. This study aims to analyze the research trends surrounding glioblastoma survival and facilitate studying recent topics to provide insight into the perspective, research fields, and international collaborations.

Optimizing beet seed germination via dielectric barrier discharge plasma parameters.

This study explores the synergistic effects of gas composition and electric field modulation on beetroot seed germination using dielectric barrier discharge (DBD) plasma. The investigation initially focuses on the impact of air plasma exposure on germination parameters, varying both voltage and treatment duration. Subsequently, the study examines how different gas compositions (argon, nitrogen, oxygen, and carbon dioxide) affect germination outcomes under optimal air plasma conditions.

Evaluating the impact of Cold plasma on Seedling Growth properties, seed germination, and soybean antioxidant enzyme activity.

Cold atmospheric pressure plasma (CAP) has garnered significant attention in recent years for its potential applications in biomedical, environmental, and agricultural fields. Cold plasma treatment exhibits a variety of effects in agricultural applications, including impacts on seed germination and seedling growth; however, further research is required. Soybean serves as a fundamental source of nutrients for both animals and humans.

Impact of dielectric barrier discharge plasma and plasma-activated water on cotton seed germination and seedling growth.

Unfavorable environmental conditions during planting can reduce seed germination and hinder seedling growth. To address this issue, manufacturers are exploring innovative and cost-effective methods, such as cold plasma discharge. This simple, low-cost, and efficient physical technique induces significant biological responses in seeds and plants without the use of traditional, environmentally hazardous chemicals.

Academic knowledge brokers in Iran's health sector: Characteristics, skills, and qualifications.

Background: Knowledge brokers, as a bridge between producers and users of knowledge, need a set of skills and abilities to fulfill their role. The current study was carried out with the aim of identifying the characteristics, skills, and qualifications needed by knowledge brokers in Iran's health sector.

Materials And Methods: This qualitative study was conducted through semi-structured interviews with 18 participants selected using social network analysis and snowball method from June to December 2022.

Thyroid auto-antibodies in newly diagnosed multiple sclerosis patients: A cross sectional study.

Introduction: Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a chronic inflammatory disease in which the immune system attacks the myelin sheath of the central nervous system (CNS). It has been proposed that autoimmune conditions may occur together and an individual's immune system may attack more than one system. Autoimmune thyroid disease is one of the most common comorbidities along with MS.

MicroRNA-532 as a probable diagnostic and therapeutic marker in cancer patients.

The high mortality rate in cancer patients is always one of the main challenges of the health systems globally. Several factors are involved in the high rate of cancer related mortality, including late diagnosis and drug resistance. Cancer is mainly diagnosed in the advanced stages of tumor progression that causes the failure of therapeutic strategies and increases the death rate in these patients.

Evaluating malocclusion patterns in children with autism spectrum disorder using the index of complexity, outcome and need: a cross-sectional study.

Background: The purpose of this study was to evaluate the complexity of malocclusion and existing patterns in children with autism spectrum disorders (ASD) using the index of complexity, outcome and need (ICON).

Methods: This cross-sectional study included children diagnosed with ASD, aged 9-15 years. A group of healthy children with the same demographic characteristics was randomly selected as the control group.

Hydrogen Production by Steam Reforming of Ethanol and Dry Reforming of Methane with CO on Ni/Vermiculite: Stability Improvement via Acid or Base Treatment of the Support.

In this study, vermiculite was explored as a support material for nickel catalysts in two key processes in syngas production: dry reforming of methane with CO and steam reforming of ethanol. The vermiculite underwent acid or base treatment, followed by the preparation of Ni catalysts through incipient wetness impregnation. Characterization was conducted using various techniques, including X-ray diffraction (XRD), SEM-EDS, FTIR, and temperature-programmed reduction (H-TPR).

 (Thismiaceae), a new mycoheterotrophic species from Peninsular Malaysia.

A new species of the mycoheterotrophic genus from Malaysia is described and illustrated. introduced here was found in two localities: in the lowlands of Gunung Angsi Forest Reserve, Negeri Sembilan, and in the hilly dipterocarp forests of Gunung Benom in Tengku Hassanal Wildlife Reserve, Pahang. falls into the section Thismiasubsect.

iSuRe-HadCre is an essential tool for effective conditional genetics.

Methods for modifying gene function at high spatiotemporal resolution in mice have revolutionized biomedical research, with Cre-loxP being the most widely used technology. However, the Cre-loxP technology has several drawbacks, including weak activity, leakiness, toxicity, and low reliability of existing Cre-reporters. This is mainly because different genes flanked by loxP sites (floxed) vary widely in their sensitivity to Cre-mediated recombination.

Faculty members as academic knowledge brokers in Iran's health sector: a social network analysis study.

Background: Interaction between researchers and policymakers is an essential factor to facilitate the evidence-informed policymaking. One of the effective ways to establish this relationship and promote evidence-informed policymaking is to employ people or organizations that can play the role of knowledge brokers. This study aims to analyze the communication network and interactions between researchers and policymakers in Iran's health sector and identify key people serving as academic knowledge brokers.

Bibliometric Analysis of Human Metapneumovirus Studies.

Objective: This study aimed to estimate research productivity and general characteristics of research in different regions of the world in the field of human metapneumovirus (hMPV).

Materials And Methods: We used the Web of Science (WoS) electronic database to retrieve articles on "human metapneumovirus," published up to March 31, 2023. Parameters such as research productivity, the total number of publications, average citation counts of all articles, research productivity by top publishing countries and affiliated organizations, links between countries/organizations, and top keywords were assessed.

Fly ash treatment via conventional and microwave-assisted organic acid leaching: kinetics and life cycle assessment.

Heedless disposal of oil-based fly ash contributes to the contamination of the air, water, and soil. Acid leaching of industrial solid wastes is recognized as a versatile, cost-effective, and environmentally friendly solid waste treatment approach. The present study investigated the viability of conventional leaching (CL) and microwave-assisted leaching (MAL) of predominant heavy metals from Mazut-burnt fly ash.

Exploring the OTITIS Research Landscape Through a Scientometric Approach.

Otitis media is a common health problem affecting people of all ages and significantly impacting public health and healthcare costs. Otitis media, a type of middle ear disease, is one of the most common types. This scientometric study aimed to provide an overview of the knowledge domain in otitis media research.

Physio-biochemical and DNA methylation analysis of the defense response network of wheat to drought stress.

In the present work, physio-biochemical and DNA methylation analysis were conducted in wheat (Triticum aestivum L.) cultivars "Bolani" (drought-tolerant) and "Sistan" (drought-sensitive) during drought treatments: well-watered (at 90% field capacity (FC)), mild stress (at 50% FC, and severe stress (at 25% FC). During severe stress, O and HO content in cultivar Sistan showed significant increase (by 1.

The prevalence of functional amblyopia and its related risk factors in preschool children in North-Eastern Iran.

Background: Purpose was to determine the prevalence of amblyopia and its related risk factors in children aged 3-6 years in Bojnurd, north-eastern Iran.

Materials And Methods: In this cross-sectional study, from 12,331 children aged 3-6 in Bojnurd, 6600 children participated in annual amblyopic screening program and among them, around 1100 suspected cases were referred for full ophthalmic examinations. Measurement of visual acuity, cycloplegic refraction, subjective refraction, and cover test were performed for all participants.

High throughput AS LNA qPCR method for the detection of a specific mutation in poliovirus vaccine strains.

Sabin Inactivated Poliovirus Vaccine (sIPV) has become one of the preferred vaccination options for the last step in the Poliovirus eradication program. Sequencing of poliovirus samples is needed during the manufacturing of poliovirus vaccines to assure the safety and immunogenicity of these vaccines. Next-generation sequencing analysis is the current costly and time-consuming gold standard for monitoring the manufacturing processes.

Production of eco-friendly adsorbent of kaolin clay and cellulose extracted from peanut shells for removal of methylene blue and congo red removal dyes.

This present work targets the production of an eco-friendly adsorbent (hereinafter KA/CEL) from kaolin clay functionalized with cellulose extract obtained from peanut shells. The adsorbents were used for decolorization of two different types of organic dyes (cationic: methylene blue, MB; anionic: Congo red, CR) from an aqueous environment. Several analytical methods, including Brunauer-Emmett-Teller (surface properties), Fourier Transforms infrared (functionality), scanning electron microscope, Energy dispersive X-Ray (morphology), and pH test (surface charge), were used to attain the physicochemical characteristics of KA/CEL.

Single agent subcutaneous blinatumomab for advanced acute lymphoblastic leukemia.

Blinatumomab is a BiTE® (bispecific T-cell engager) molecule that redirects CD3 T-cells to engage and lyse CD19 target cells. Here we demonstrate that subcutaneous (SC) blinatumomab can provide high efficacy and greater convenience of administration. In the expansion phase of a multi-institutional phase 1b trial (ClinicalTrials.