Monitoring the operational changes in surface reflectances after logging, based on popular indices over Sentinel-2, Landsat-8, and ASTER imageries.

Revealing the status of forests is important for sustainable forest management. The basis of the concept lies in meeting the needs of future generations and today's generations in the management of forests. The use of remote-sensing (RS) technologies and geographic information systems (GIS) techniques in revealing the current forest structure and in long-term planning of forest areas with multipurpose planning techniques is increasing day by day.

Determination of the relationship between frailty level and quality of life in elderly individuals with type 2 diabetes.

The aim of the study was to examine the relationship between frailty level and quality of life in elderly individuals with Type 2 diabetes. This descriptive and correlational study was conducted with 211 patients who applied to the diabetes outpatient clinic of a private and a public hospital in Istanbul between September and November 2022. The data were obtained by using the Personal Information Form, Edmonton Frail Scale and the Quality of Life in the Elderly Scale.

Microglia-like cells from patient monocytes demonstrate increased phagocytic activity in probable Alzheimer's disease.

Alzheimer's disease (AD) is a neurodegenerative disorder that is characterized by the accumulation of amyloid plaques, phosphorylated tau tangles and microglia toxicity, resulting in neuronal death and cognitive decline. Since microglia are recognized as one of the key players in the disease, it is crucial to understand how microglia operate in disease conditions and incorporate them into models. The studies on human microglia functions are thought to reflect the post-symptomatic stage of the disease.

The effect of single-task versus dual-task assessment on muscle strength and performance in individuals with knee osteoarthritis.

Background: Dual-task activities, which involve performing two separate tasks simultaneously, often result in reduced motor function and daily activity performance among individuals with knee osteoarthritis (OA).

Objective: This study aimed to investigate the impact of single- and dual-task conditions on muscle strength and performance in individuals with knee OA and examine how cognitive load influences physical task performance in this population.

Methods: Sixty patients with knee OA were included.

Effect of supplementation with type 1 and type 3 collagen peptide and type 2 hydrolyzed collagen on osteoarthritis-related pain, quality of life, and physical function: A double-blind, randomized, placebo-controlled study.

Objectives: The aim of this study was to assess the effect of Naturagen® 4 Joint product, containing type 1, 2, and 3 collagen, on pain associated with osteoarthritis (OA) and to evaluate its effects on quality of life and physical functioning.

Patients And Methods: This double-blind, randomized, placebo-controlled clinical study included a total of 31 patients (8 males, 23 females; mean age: 53.5±9.

Influence of surface engineering on the transport properties of lead sulfide nanomaterials.

Lead Sulfide (PbS) has garnered attention as a promising thermoelectric (TE) material due to its natural abundance and cost-effectiveness. However, its practical application is hindered by inherently high lattice thermal conductivity and low electrical conductivity. In this study, we address these challenges by surface functionalization of PbS nanocrystals using CuS molecular complexes-based ligand displacement.

Exploring the anti‑inflammatory activity of boron compounds through the miR‑21/PTEN/AKT pathway in cecal ligation and puncture‑induced sepsis.

The present study investigated the impact of boric acid (BA) and borax (BX) on markers of inflammation and modifications in miR‑21/PTEN/AKT pathway genes in the liver and kidney tissues of Sprague Dawley male rats with sepsis induced by cecal ligation and puncture (CLP). A total of 60 male Sprague Dawley rats were randomly divided into 6 groups, each containing 10 animals as follows: Control, CLP (where the model was created), 20 mg/kg BX (CLP + BX1), 40 mg/kg BX (CLP + BX2), 20 mg/kg BA (CLP + BA1) and 40 mg/kg BA (CLP + BA2). Liver and kidney tissues were analyzed for histopathological changes, immunopositivity for tumor necrosis factor‑α, interleukin (IL)‑6 and IL‑10, and gene expression of microRNA‑21 (miR‑21), phosphatase and tensin homolog (PTEN) and AKT.

Phytochemical and Biological Evaluation of Cyanus celikhanensis Extract: An In Silico and In Vitro Approach.

Herbal products are valuable biological resources of bioactive compounds expressed as secondary metabolites. This study aimed to explore the potential biological properties and phenolic content of Cyanus celikhanensis, which has no data on pharmacological properties. A quantitative phytochemical analysis of C.

Effect of middle-age plasma therapy on ileum morphology, immune defense (IgA) and cell proliferation (Ki-67) of female aged rats.

Blood plasma therapy, a new treatment method to eliminate the damage and deterioration caused by aging in many organ systems, has attracted increasing attention. The digestive tract, which cooperates with many different systems, has strong effects on our health. In the present study, the effects of plasma therapy on the ileum of elderly rats were investigated.

Immediate effects of Kinesio taping on pain, proprioception, and posture in round shoulder individuals with subacromial impingement syndrome: A randomized, double-blinded controlled trial.

Background: Round shoulder posture (RSP), characterized by forward shoulder positioning from weakened and tense muscles, disrupts normal biomechanics and can cause Subacromial impingement syndrome (SIS), resulting in pain during specific movements or positions. This study examines the immediate effects of Kinesio taping (KT) on pain, proprioception, and posture in individuals in round shoulder individuals with SIS.

Methods: The study involved 114 patients diagnosed with RSP and SIS.

Fournier's Gangrene Mortality Index (FGMI): A New Scoring System for Predicting Fournier's Gangrene Mortality.

Objectives: Fournier's gangrene is an aggressive, rapidly progressing, and life-threatening necrotizing fasciitis of the perineal and genital regions. Various scoring systems have been developed for predicting survival and prognosis in Fournier's gangrene. This retrospective study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of the newly developed Fournier's gangrene mortality index (FGMI) in predicting mortality associated with Fournier's gangrene.

Investigating the Real Effects of Isotretinoin on Enthesopathy in Acne Vulgaris Patients: A Prospective, Controlled Study.

Background: Isotretinoin is frequently used for treating severe, treatment-resistant, and scarring acne. A wide range of musculoskeletal side effects are reported due to isotretinoin, and one of them is enthesopathy.

Objectives: In this study, we used ultrasound to evaluate tendon thickness and the presence of enthesophytes, erosions, calcifications, and bursitis.

Gestational Oxidative Stress and OGTT: Are Pregnant Women's Fears Justified?

Purpose: Pregnancy induces significant metabolic, immunological, and endocrinological changes to support fetal growth. The 75-gram oral glucose tolerance test (OGTT) is standard for gestational diabetes screening, but concerns exist about its potential to induce oxidative stress, affecting both maternal and fetal health. The aim of the study is examining changes in oxidative stress markers and thiol/disulfide homeostasis in pregnant women to evaluate these concerns.

Automated segmentation of dental restorations using deep learning: exploring data augmentation techniques.

Objectives: Deep learning has revolutionized image analysis for dentistry. Automated segmentation of dental radiographs is of great importance towards digital dentistry. The performance of deep learning models heavily relies on the quality and diversity of the training data.

Selective Deep-Lobe Parotidectomy for Benign Parotid Gland Tumors.

Background: Deep-lobe tumors have been shown to possess a significantly thicker capsule with less tumor penetration compared to superficial tumors. Thus, more conservative surgical approaches, rather than aggressive methods, have been proposed for treating benign deep-lobe tumors of the parotid gland.

Aim: To evaluate the surgical outcomes and oncological safety of selective deep-lobe parotidectomy (SDLP) in patients with benign lesions located in the deep lobe of the parotid gland.

Comparison of Hematological Markers between Right Ureteral Stone and Acute Appendicitis.

Referrals to emergency services are frequently made for acute appendicitis and renal colic. This conundrum of patients with acute appendicitis and right ureteral stones frequently presents itself to emergency physicians. The hematological parameters of patients suffering from acute appendicitis and right ureteral stones were compared in this study.

Hole-Selective SiN and AlO Tunnel Nanolayers for Improved Polysilicon Passivating Contacts.

A highly efficient hole-selective passivating contact remains the crucial step required to increase the efficiency of polysilicon-based Si solar cells. The future development of solar modules depends on a device structure that can complement the electron-selective tunnel oxide passivating contact with an equivalent hole-selective contact. We investigate plasma enhanced chemical vapor deposited (PECVD) SiN and atomic layer deposited AlO as alternative nanolayers for the passivation layer in polysilicon tunnel contacts.

MICCAI-CDMRI 2023 QuantConn Challenge Findings on Achieving Robust Quantitative Connectivity through Harmonized Preprocessing of Diffusion MRI.

White matter alterations are increasingly implicated in neurological diseases and their progression. International-scale studies use diffusion-weighted magnetic resonance imaging (DW-MRI) to qualitatively identify changes in white matter microstructure and connectivity. Yet, quantitative analysis of DW-MRI data is hindered by inconsistencies stemming from varying acquisition protocols.

Preoperative evaluation: Impact on early perioperative hemodynamic and respiratory complications.

Background: The impact of routine preoperative anesthesia evaluations on potential perioperative complications remains unclear. This study aimed to investigate the effect of preoperative evaluation on early perioperative hemodynamic and respiratory complications.

Methods: This prospective observational study analyzed data from patients aged 18 to 80 who underwent elective surgery between October 15, 2023, and February 15, 2024.

Evolving Clinical Features of Diabetic Ketoacidosis: The Impact of SGLT2 Inhibitors.

: The antidiabetic effect of SGLT2 inhibitors (SGLT2-is) is based on their ability to increase glucose excretion through urine by inhibiting the kidney-resident SGLT2 protein. Euglycemic diabetic ketoacidosis (EuDKA) is an uncommon but potentially life-threatening adverse effect of these medications, which are notable for their antidiabetic, cardiovascular, and renal protective properties. This study aimed to clarify the impact of SGLT2-is on demographic, clinical, and biochemical characteristics in patients with DKA.

Adaptation of the ''Food Allergy Self-Efficacy Scale for Parents''(FASE-P) to Turkish: a validity and reliability study.

Background: Food allergy is a public health issue that has a significant impact on the lives of families. Parental self-efficacy/confidence is important in managing food allergies. The aim of this study is to validate the "Food Allergy Self-Efficacy Scale for Parents" (FASE-P) and assess parental self-efficacy in managing their child's food allergy.