Publications by authors named "Huong Thi Tran"
This study explored the potential of electroplating sludge (ESs) as a novel and effective photocatalyst for the photodegradation of ciprofloxacin in aqueous solutions. The characterization of the ESs was evaluated using sophisticated techniques, such as XRD, SEM, TEM, EDX, FTIR, and BET. ESs-derived photocatalyst materials were found to primarily consist of various metal oxides (Ni-O, Cu-O), which can absorb ultraviolet or visible light.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFIn the signal transduction network, from the perception of stress signals to stress-responsive gene expression, various transcription factors and -regulatory elements in stress-responsive promoters coordinate plant adaptation to abiotic stresses. Among the AP2/ERF transcription factor family, group VII ERF (ERF-VII) genes, such as , , , /, and /, are known to be involved in the response to hypoxia in Arabidopsis. Notably, has been reported to be involved in responses to hypoxia and osmotic stress.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFStaphylococcus aureus nasopharyngeal carriage in rural and urban northern Vietnam.
Trans R Soc Trop Med Hyg
December 2014
Article Synopsis
- Staphylococcus aureus is a common pathogen that can be found in the respiratory tract, and a study was conducted in Vietnam to explore the risk factors for carrying this bacterium, including its methicillin-resistant form (MRSA).
- The study included 1,016 participants from urban and rural areas of northern Vietnam, revealing an overall S. aureus prevalence of 29.8%, with higher rates among younger individuals and urban dwellers, as well as a link to antibiotic use.
- The research identified age and socio-economic status as significant risk factors for both S. aureus and MRSA carriage, indicating that nasopharyngeal colonization is notably more common in children and more
Article Synopsis
- Community-acquired K. pneumoniae pneumonia is prevalent in Asia and connected to alcohol use, with little existing knowledge on oropharyngeal carriage rates and related factors.
- A study conducted in Vietnam surveyed 1,029 individuals randomly selected based on demographics, finding an overall K. pneumoniae carriage rate of 14.1% and identifying key risk factors.
- Findings show that older age, smoking, rural living, and moderate to heavy alcohol consumption increase the likelihood of K. pneumoniae carriage, but further research is needed to determine if this carriage leads to pneumonia.