Publications by authors named "M T Sordo"
(L.) Wallr, is a perennial alpine plant and a member of the family, typically found at altitudes above 1000 meters in the Italian Alps. Although previously utilized primarily as a local delicacy, recent studies have revealed strong antiparasitic activity through experiments.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFA rapid, easy-to-handle, cost-effective and universal culture-based test was developed for the identification of linezolid resistance among the most clinically relevant enterococcal and staphylococcal species. Our technique was tested using linezolid-resistant (n = 50) and linezolid-susceptible (n = 67) Gram-positive isolates: 34 Enterococcus faecium, 20 Enterococcus faecalis, 20 Staphylococcus aureus, 38 Staphylococcus epidermidis, and 5 Staphylococcus capitis. The susceptibility/resistance phenotype of E.
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- * Interestingly, higher levels of certain cytokines (like IL-1, IL-6) were found in mild COVID-19 patients, along with significant cell damage in both mild and severe cases, contrasting with uninfected individuals.
- * The study highlights that mild cases show elevated levels of both pro-inflammatory and anti-inflammatory cytokines, which may link to stronger IgM and IgG antibody production, and emphasizes the need to understand the cytotoxic effects of SARS-CoV-2 on the oral mucosa.
Bisphenol A (BPA) is a ubiquitous synthetic compound used as a monomer in the production of polycarbonate plastics and epoxy resins. Even at low doses, BPA has been associated with the molecular progression of diseases such as obesity, metabolic syndrome, and hormone-regulated cancers due to its activity as an endocrine-disrupting chemical (EDC). Consequently, the use of BPA has been regulated worldwide by different health agencies.
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- The study aimed to identify factors influencing women's career development within the American Medical Informatics Association (AMIA) and suggest ways to improve this situation.
- Data were collected through a 27-question survey sent to AMIA members, which included demographic information and open-ended questions, leading to both quantitative and qualitative insights.
- While AMIA has made progress in supporting women's career development through various initiatives, significant challenges remain, including the need for better networking, awareness of gender issues, and greater representation in leadership roles.