Reverse Osmosis Membrane Engineering: Multidirectional Analysis Using Bibliometric, Machine Learning, Data, and Text Mining Approaches.

Membrane engineering is a complex field involving the development of the most suitable membrane process for specific purposes and dealing with the design and operation of membrane technologies. This study analyzed 1424 articles on reverse osmosis (RO) membrane engineering from the Scopus database to provide guidance for future studies. The results show that since the first article was published in 1964, the domain has gained popularity, especially since 2009.

A COMPARATIVE STUDY ON THE VARIABLE EFFECTS OF ALCOHOL AND NON-ALCOHOL-RELATED FATTY LIVER DISEASE ON METABOLIC AND INFLAMMATORY BIOMARKERS.

Unlabelled: Steatotic liver disease (SLD) includes a spectrum of liver situations together with alcohol-associated liver disease (ALD) and metabolic dysfunction associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD), representing a growing global health. The current gold standard for diagnosing SLD is a liver biopsy, which, despite its accuracy, is invasive, highly- expensive, and carries the risk of headaches. Other imaging techniques and traditional liver feature assessments fall short of accurately diagnosing and staging SLD.

Financing for equity for women's, children's and adolescents' health in low- and middle-income countries: A scoping review.

Over the past few decades, the world has witnessed considerable progress in women's, children's and adolescents' health (WCAH) and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Yet deep inequities remain between and within countries. This scoping review aims to map financing interventions and measures to improve equity in WCAH in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs).

LEVELS OF OSTEOPROTEGERIN AND IRISIN IN POSTMENOPAUSAL OSTEOPOROSIS WOMEN.

Background: Osteoporosis (OP) is a highly prevalent disorder affecting 50 million individuals around the world. It is also a typical skeletal disorder described by low bone mass, which leads to reduced bone strength and an enhanced risk of fractures. Osteoprotegerin As a member of the TNF receptor superfamily, osteoprotegerin is well recognized for its protective effect against excessive bone resorption.

Primary lymphoblastic B-cell lymphoma of the stomach in a 14-year-old Sudanese female; a case report.

Introduction: Gastric lymphoma is an extremely rare disease in children; it is usually presented with non-specific symptoms, which makes the diagnosis relatively late in most cases. Here we present a case of a primary lymphoblastic B-cell lymphoma of the stomach in a child.

Case Presentation: A 14 -year- old female presented with abdominal discomfort for three months.

ASSOCIATION OF PLASMA NEUTROPHIL GELATINASE-ASSOCIATED LIPOCALIN WITH METABOLIC SYNDROME.

This prospective hospital-based study conducted in Tikrit City aimed to investigate the role of Neutrophil gelatinase-associated lipocalin (NGAL ) and level of hemoglobin A1c and lipid profile concentrations in Metabolic syndrome (MetS) with hypertension and Diabetes mellitus (DM). Objective - estimate of serum Neutrophil gelatinase-associated lipocalin levels in Metabolic syndrome patients and the Control Group. The study included 60 patients with metabolic syndrome along with 30 healthy individuals as controls who were 18-50 years old; the samples were collected at a specific time (10 P.

Novel Crosslinked Anion Exchange Membranes Based on Thermally Cured Epoxy Resin: Synthesis, Structure and Mechanical and Ion Transport Properties.

Limitations in existing anion exchange membranes deter their use in the efficient treatment of industrial wastewater effluent. This work presents an approach to fabricating novel anion-conducting membranes using epoxy resin monomers like hydrophobic or hydrophilic diglycidyl ether and quaternized polyethyleneimine (PEI). Manipulating the diglycidyl ether nature, the quantitative composition of the copolymer and the conditions of quaternization allows control of the physicochemical properties of the membranes, including water uptake (20.

Single-nucleus multi-omic profiling of polyploid heart nuclei identifies fusion-derived cardiomyocytes in the human heart.

Understanding the mechanisms of polyploidization in cardiomyocytes is crucial for advancing strategies to stimulate myocardial regeneration. Although endoreplication has long been considered the primary source of polyploid human cardiomyocytes, recent animal work suggests the potential for cardiomyocyte fusion. Moreover, the effects of polyploidization on the genomic-transcriptomic repertoire of human cardiomyocytes have not been studied previously.

Tumour suppressor protein sMEK1 links to IRE1 signalling pathway to modulate its activity during ER stress.

The Endoplasmic Reticulum is a pervasive, dynamic cellular organelle that performs a wide range of functions in the eukaryotic cell, including protein folding and maturation. Upon stress, ER activates an adaptive cellular pathway, namely Unfolded Protein Response, that transduces information from ER to nucleus, restoring homeostasis in the ER milieu. UPR consists of three membrane-tethered sensors; IRE1, PERK and ATF6.

Adult ileocecal intussusception as an unusual presentation of ascending colon adenocarcinoma: a case report from Sudan.

Adult colonic intussusception, is a rare entity that is typically associated with underlying organic pathologies, notably colorectal tumors, unlike pediatric cases, which are mostly idiopathic. We present a unique case of a 42-year-old female with ascending colon adenocarcinoma, where ileocecal intussusception served as the initial clinical manifestation. The patient's non-specific symptoms, familial history of colon cancer and subsequent diagnostic evaluations underscore the importance of considering malignancy in such presentations.

The influence of nanosunflower ash and nanowalnut shell ash on sustainable lightweight self-compacting concrete characteristics.

The absence of biodegradability exhibited by plastics is a matter of significant concern among environmentalists and scientists on a global scale. Therefore, it is essential to figure out potential pathways for the use of recycled plastics. The prospective applications of its utilisation in concrete are noteworthy.

THE RELATION OF THYROID DISTURBANCE AND ISCHEMIC HEART DISEASE IN IRAQI PATIENTS.

This study conducted in Baghdad focused on patients with coronary heart disease admitted to three hospitals. The study included 60 Iraqi patients with coronary heart disease and a control group of 30 healthy individuals. Blood samples were collected from both groups after fasting.

Characterization and use of activated carbon synthesized from sunflower seed shell in the removal of Pb(II), Cd(II), and Cr(III) ions from aqueous solution.

In this work, carbon-based nanomaterials such as active carbon which is prepared from common sunflower (Helianthus annuus) seed shell, and the characterization of the activated carbon NPs were studied using FTIR (Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy), XRD, SEM, EDS, and DTA techniques. Activated carbon NPs have been used in the adsorption of Pb(II), Cd(II), and Cr(III) ions from the aqueous phase. The results showed the highest adsorption efficiency was 99.

Sustainability in Membrane Technology: Membrane Recycling and Fabrication Using Recycled Waste.

Membrane technology has shown a promising role in combating water scarcity, a globally faced challenge. However, the disposal of end-of-life membrane modules is problematic as the current practices include incineration and landfills as their final fate. In addition, the increase in population and lifestyle advancement have significantly enhanced waste generation, thus overwhelming landfills and exacerbating environmental repercussions and resource scarcity.

Laparoscopic exploration of a wandering spleen in a complex adolescent case with sigmoid volvulus and left-side portal hypertension: a case report.

Wandering spleen (WS) is a rare condition characterized by the hypermobility of the spleen due to the absence or abnormal flexibility of suspensory ligaments. We present a 16-year-old female presented with intermittent abdominal pain, constipation, and a palpable mass in the right iliac fossa. Imaging revealed a WS associated with sigmoid volvulus and portal hypertension.

Strategies for Oxygen Ecosystems in Middle-Income Countries: A Review and Case Study from Lebanon.

The COVID-19 pandemic led to a surge of critically ill patients and a sudden increase in the need for oxygen treatment worldwide. Pre-existing gaps in oxygen systems became apparent, and governments, multilateral agencies, and other partners scrambled to increase the production, supply, and use of oxygen to meet this need. The importance of an oxygen ecosystem that is appropriate for the local context became clear.

Drug persistence in patients with rheumatic and musculoskeletal diseases during a major economic crisis: results from a nationwide cross-sectional online survey.

To evaluate the drug persistence in patients with rheumatic and musculoskeletal diseases (RMDs) during the current economic crisis in Lebanon and to estimate predictors of persistence. A nationwide multicentric cross-sectional study using an online questionnaire was conducted in Lebanon with patients with chronic inflammatory rheumatic diseases (CIRDs) and non-inflammatory RMDs controls between July and October 2022. Disease-modifying antirheumatic drugs (DMARDs) were categorized as conventional synthetic (cs), biological (b), subcutaneous (SC) or intravenous (IV), and targeted synthetic (ts).

EVALUATION OF VITAMIN D SERUM LEVELS AND THYROID FUNCTION TEST IN HYPOTHYROIDISM IRAQI PATIENTS.

The role of Vitamin D is primarily to maintain calcium and phosphate levels in the bloodstream. Significantly, steroid hormone receptors are the binding sites for both vitamin D and thyroid hormone. However, the vitamin D and thyroid function relationship is still not fully understood.

EVALUATION OF FETUIN-A LEVEL IN POLYCYSTIC OVARY SYNDROME AND ITS ASSOCIATION WITH ASPROSIN AND SOME BIOCHEMICAL PARAMETERS.

An ovarian cyst is a common hormonal disorder that affects the ovaries in females of reproductive age. Environmental and genetic factors may contribute to the beginning of the disease, although the lack of a clear aetiology. Menstrual irregularities, increased hair growth, and acne are some of the most important signs.

EVALUATION OF VITAMIN K2 IN PATIENTS WITH TYPE 2 DIABETES MELLITUS.

There is a rising interest in studying the possible therapeutic value of fat-soluble micronutrients like vitamin K2 for preventing or controlling type 2 diabetes mellitus. The present study was designed to evaluate levels of vitamin K2 in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus. The study enrolled 60 patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus and 30 individuals as a control group.

Knowledge management tools and mechanisms for evidence-informed decision-making in the WHO European Region: a scoping review.

Background: Knowledge management (KM) emerged as a strategy to promote evidence-informed decision-making. This scoping review aims to map existing KM tools and mechanisms used to promote evidence-informed health decision-making in the WHO European Region and identify knowledge gaps.

Methods: Following the Joanna Briggs Institute (JBI) guidance for conducting scoping reviews, we searched Medline, PubMed, EMBASE, the Cochrane library, and Open Grey.

TESTOSTERONE AND SERUM ZINC LEVELS IN MEN WITH BENIGN PROSTATIC HYPERPLASIA.

Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) is a common benign tumour of the prostate that becomes more common as men age. The purpose of this study is to investigate the relationships between serum zinc and testosterone in BPH patients in Iraq. This case-control study entailed gathering 90 subjects which were separated into two groups, group A consisted of 60 patients with benign prostatic hyperplasia, while group B consisted of 30 healthy males.

RASopathies and cardiac manifestations.

As binary switches, RAS proteins switch to an ON/OFF state during signaling and are on a leash under normal conditions. However, in RAS-related diseases such as cancer and RASopathies, mutations in the genes that regulate RAS signaling or the RAS itself permanently activate the RAS protein. The structural basis of this switch is well understood; however, the exact mechanisms by which RAS proteins are regulated are less clear.