Enhancing energy autonomy of greenhouses with semi-transparent photovoltaic systems through a comparative study of battery storage systems.

Effective energy management is crucial in greenhouse farming to ensure efficient operations and optimal crop growth. This study investigates the energy autonomy-defined as the ratio of on-site energy generation to the total energy demand-of greenhouses equipped with semi-transparent photovoltaic (STPV) systems under two scenarios: with and without a Battery Energy Storage System (BESS). STPV systems are beneficial because they generate energy while still allowing enough light to pass through for healthy plant development.

Effects of melatonin on the mitogen-activated protein kinase signaling genes in hypoxic Leydig cells.

Leydig cells play a crucial role in male reproductive physiology, and their dysfunction is often associated with male infertility. Hypoxia negatively affects the structure and function of Leydig cells. This study aimed to investigate the impact of melatonin on the c-Jun N-terminal kinase (Jnk), P38, and extra-cellular signal-regulated kinases 1 and 2 (Erk1/2) mitogen-activated protein kinase (MAPK) signaling pathways in TM3 mouse Leydig cells under hypoxia induced by cobalt (II) chloride (CoCl).

Protective effect of crocin-loaded nanoparticles in rats following epileptic seizures: Biochemical, behavioral and histopathological outcomes.

Epilepsy is a condition resulting from complex interactions involving excessive neuronal electrical activity and oxidative stress, which can lead to chronic neurological conditions. This study evaluates crocin encapsulated in SLNC for neuroprotective and countering pentylenetetrazole (PTZ) -induced oxidative damage. The rats were pre-treated with SLNC and FC (25, 50 mg/kg/day; P.

Machine and deep learning algorithms for classifying different types of dementia: A literature review.

The cognitive impairment known as dementia affects millions of individuals throughout the globe. The use of machine learning (ML) and deep learning (DL) algorithms has shown great promise as a means of early identification and treatment of dementia. Dementias such as Alzheimer's Dementia, frontotemporal dementia, Lewy body dementia, and vascular dementia are all discussed in this article, along with a literature review on using ML algorithms in their diagnosis.

Selenium mitigates methotrexate-induced testicular injury: Insights from male NMRI mice model.

Background And Aim: Chemotherapy, particularly with methotrexate (MTX), often elicits testicular toxicity, leading to impaired spermatogenesis and hormone imbalances. This study aimed to investigate the potential protective effects of selenium (Se) against MTX-induced testicular injury.

Materials And Methods: Male mice were divided into control, MTX, Se, and MTX + Se groups.

Melatonin Protects Mouse Type A Spermatogonial Stem Cells against Oxidative Stress via The Mitochondrial Thioredoxin System.

Objective: Mitochondrial oxidative stress is an important factor in infertility. The mitochondrial thioredoxin system plays an important role in this condition. N-acetyl-5-methoxy tryptamine (melatonin) plays a role in reducing oxidative stress and apoptosis in spermatogonial stem cells (SSCs).

Brain targeting based nanocarriers loaded with resveratrol in Alzheimer's disease: A review.

Alzheimer's disease (AD) is one of the chief neurological difficulties in the aged population, identified through dementia, memory disturbance, and reduced cognitive abilities. β-amyloid (Aβ) plaques aggregations, generation of reactive oxygen species, and mitochondrial dysfunction are among the major signs of AD. Regarding the urgent need for the development of novel treatments for neurodegenerative diseases, researchers have recently perused the function of natural phytobioactive combinations, such as resveratrol (RES), in vivo and in vitro (animal models of AD).

A metabolism targeting three-pronged attack significantly attenuates breast cancer stem cell related markers toward therapeutic application.

Tumor metabolism has provided researchers with a promising window to cancer therapy. The metabolic pathways adopted by cancer cells are different from those of normal cells. Thus, metabolism can be considered a linchpin in targeted cancer therapy.

Mesenchymal stem cells encapsulation in chitosan and carboxymethyl chitosan hydrogels to enhance osteo-differentiation.

Background: Recently biomaterials utilized for designing scaffolds in tissue engineering are not cost-effective and eco-friendly. As a result, we design and develop biocompatible and bioactive hydrogels for osteo-tissue regeneration based on the natural polysaccharide chitosan. Three distinct hydrogel components were used for this.

Overview of biological effects of melatonin on testis: A review.

Infertility is a major global health issue and male factors account for half of all infertility cases. One of the causes of male infertility is the loss of spermatogonial stem cells, which may occur because of chemotherapy, radiotherapy or genetic defects. In numerous animal species, the evidence suggests the pineal gland and melatonin secretion in their reproductive activities are involved.

Effects of zinc on expression of apoptosis-related genes in freezing thawing damage of adipose tissue derived mesenchymal stromal cells.

The present study was performed to investigate the effects of zinc supplementation on freezing thawing damage in adipose tissue-derived mesenchymal stromal cells (MSC) of mice through studying cellular viability and gene expression profile of apoptosis. Slow freezing method was conducted and the samples were treated with zinc doses 0, 2.5, 5, 10, 25, 50 and 100 µM.

Use of alginate hydrogel to improve long-term 3D culture of spermatogonial stem cells: stemness gene expression and structural features.

The quality and quantity of a spermatogonial stem-cell (SSC) culture can be measured in less time using a 3D culture in a scaffold. The present study investigated stemness gene expression and the morphological and structural characterization of SSCs encapsulated in alginate. SSCs were harvested from BALB/c neonatal mice testes through two-step mechanical and enzymatic digestion.

Effect of Cerium Oxide Nanoparticles on the Expression of Developmental and Apoptosis Genes of Testicular Tissue in 6-Day-Old NMRI Mice Fetuses.

Cerium oxide (CeO) has potential applications in medicine and various consumer products. This study investigated the effect of CeO on the expression of genes associated with apoptosis and testicular development in mouse embryos. The experimental groups of pregnant mice were injected intraperitoneally with CeO at a concentration of 10 mg/kg on days 7 and 14 of pregnancy.

The therapeutic effect of cerium oxide nanoparticle on ischaemia/reperfusion injury in rat testis.

Testicular torsion is a dangerous urogenital disorder which is caused by twisting of spermatic cord, and unless immediate treatments happen at a proper time, oxidative stress, occurred during ischaemia reperfusion, finally leads to irreversible disintegration of testicular tissue. One of the first preventive lines is to administrate antioxidant factors. In the present study, we investigate the therapeutic effect of cerium oxide nanoparticle on the injury.

A Stereological Study of the Toxic Effects of Cerium Oxide during Pregnancy on Kidney Tissues in Neonatal NMRI Mice.

Background: Both antioxidant and prooxidant activities have been previously reported for cerium oxide (CeO). The aim of this study was to investigate the effects of CeO at different doses on changes in kidney tissues and markers in neonatal mice.

Methods: We randomly divided 30 pregnant NMRI mice into five groups ( = 6 per group)-a control group and four groups treated with intraperitoneal (i.

Protective effects of royal jelly on testicular torsion induced ischaemia reperfusion injury in rats.

This study was performed to investigate the protective effects of royal jelly (RJ) on a testicular torsion-induced ischaemia/reperfusion (I/R) injury in adult rats. A total of 40 male Wistar rats were divided into four groups, including 10 rats in each group: Group 1 (sham), Group 2 (Control), group 3 (I/R rats treated with 100 mg/kg RJ for 50 days after torsion) and group 4( I/R rats treated with 20 mg/kg vitamin C for 50 days after torsion). Testicular torsion was created by rotating the right testes 720° a clockwise direction for 90 min.

Quercetin postconditioning attenuates gastrocnemius muscle ischemia/reperfusion injury in rats.

Quercetin, an antioxidant derived from plants, can play a beneficial role in the protection of various tissues against ischemia-reperfusion injuries (IRI). The purpose of the present research was to investigate the protective effects of quercetin on gastrocnemius muscle ischemia-reperfusion. A total of 80 adult male Wistar rats (weights: 250-300 g) were divided into ten groups (n = 8 per group).

Pre-Implantation Effects of Progesterone Administration on Ovarian Angiogenesis after Ovarian Stimulation: A Histological, Hormonal, and Molecular Analysis.

Objective: Progesterone (P4) is known to directly affect ovarian tissue angiogenesis. The present study was designed to show how P4 affects ovarian angiogenesis in hormonal, histological, and molecular levels.

Methods: Fifteen adult female NMRI mice were divided into three groups: Control Group; Case Group I (ovarian stimulation alone); and Case Group II (ovarian stimulation followed by P4 administration).

Effect of selenium on freezing-thawing damage of mice spermatogonial stem cell: a model to preserve fertility in childhood cancers.

Background: During treatment of childhood cancers, fertility of boys may be affected. Therefore, freezing spermatogonial stem cell (SSC) is recommended. However, freezing-thawing process may cause damage to SSCs.

The Effect of Cerium Oxide During Pregnancy on the Development of the Testicular Tissue of Newborn NMRI Mice.

Cerium(IV) oxide is widely used as a catalyst in all aspects of human life and human beings are exposed to these materials. The purpose of this experimental study was to investigate the effect of CeO during pregnancy on alterations in the testis tissue and blood biochemical parameters in newborn mice. Pregnant NMRI mice were divided randomly into five groups (n = 6 for each group) including one control group and 4 treatment groups.

stimulate proliferation of mouse embryonic fibroblasts via expression of growth factors TGFβ1 and bFGF.

Background: TGF-β has an important role in the process of wound healing and scar formation. The aim of this study is to determine the effects of ethanolic and methanolic extracts of on the expression of TGFβ1 and bFGF in the mouse embryonic fibroblast cells (MEFs).

Methods: extract was purchased and different substances defined with gas chromatography and mass spectrometry.

Effect of royal jelly on testicular antioxidant enzymes activity, MDA level and spermatogenesis in rat experimental Varicocele model.

Varicocele is one of the most prevalent causes of infertility. It causes induction of oxidative stress, increases lipid peroxidation in the testis and disrupts spermatogenesis cycle. The aim of the study was to investigate the possible protective effects of royal jelly against varicocele induced oxidative stress, biochemical and histological alterations in the experimental varicocele model in rat.

Encapsulation of extract in alginate hydrogel accelerate wound healing in adult male rats.

Background: Finding the best dressing for a specific had continued from the past to present. The aim of this study was to evaluate the of encapsulated extract of in hydrogel alginate at wound healing.

Methods: Thirty-two male Wistar rats with a puncture wound in the back of the neck skin were divided randomly into four groups including a control group, -treated group, hydrogel alginate-treated group, and encapsulated in hydrogel alginate-treated group.

The Effect of Caffeic Acid on Spermatogonial Stem Cell-type A Cryopreservation.

Background: Cancer treatment methods can lead to male infertility .in this regard, cryopreservation of spermatogonial stem cells (SSC) and cell-to-person transplantation after the course of treatment to resolve the problem of infertility is a good one. The cryopreservation of SSC is an important process as it can help on the return of spermatogenesis.