Screening of a New Species for Polyethylene Biodegradation.

Polyethylene (PE) is among the most widely used synthetic plastics globally, serving as an essential material in daily life and numerous industries, such as packaging for bottles and food, as well as in the production of toys and pipes. PE is used for various purposes owing to its high durability and low production costs, leading to a steadily increasing demand. However, PE waste is a significant contributor to environmental pollution, posing serious threats to marine and soil ecosystems.

Enhancing hydrogen sulfide control in urban sewer systems using machine learning models: Development of a new predictive simulation approach by using boosting algorithm.

Sewer networks are important urban infrastructure for transporting sewage to treatment plants, yet the generation of hydrogen sulfide within these systems poses significant challenges. This acidic toxic gas not only emits foul odors but also causes corrosion, necessitating effective control measures. Recent studies have introduced a modelling approach to predict and control the formation of hydrogen sulfide in sewer system.

Therapeutic Potential of Extract for Hair Health Enhancement: A Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Clinical Trial.

Hair health critically influences both aesthetic appearance and psychological well-being. Existing treatments often show limited efficacy and may cause side effects. (GP), known for its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, has emerged as a promising botanical agent, although clinical evidence regarding its hair health benefits remains limited.

Molecular detection of Toxoplasma gondii in ticks and their respective host dogs.

We identified the presence of Toxoplasma gondii in ticks and their host dogs, and assess the potential role of ticks as reservoirs for this pathogen. A total of 1,230 feeding ticks were collected from 340 dogs. The tick species identified included Haemaphysalis longicornis, H.

Death Preparation and Quality of Life amongst Family Caregivers of Terminal Cancer Patients: A Multicentre Cross-sectional Study.

Objectives: Caring for ill cancer patients imposes a considerable burden on families, significantly reducing quality of life (QoL). This study examined the association between death preparation and QoL amongst family caregivers (FCs) of terminally ill patients with cancer in South Korea.

Materials And Methods: A multicentre cross-sectional survey using questionnaires was conducted in nine inpatient palliative care units in South Korea.