Classification of Infiltrative Heart Diseases MORAL-STAGE System.

Infiltrative heart disease (InHD) is a group of diseases characterized by the deposition of abnormal substances in the heart tissue, causing diastolic, less often systolic, dysfunction of the ventricle(s). Their classification still does not exist. In 2013, the MOGE(S) classification of cardiomyopathies was published, taking into account, along with the morphological and functional characteristics of the heart, damage to other organs, the presence of genetic mutations, acquired causes (e.

Mechanisms underlying probiotic effects on neurotransmission and stress resilience in fish via transcriptomic profiling.

In recent years, studies have highlighted the significant impact of probiotic treatment on the central nervous system (brain) and stress regulation through the microbiota-gut-brain axis, yet there have been limited knowledge on this axis in fish. Therefore, this study aimed to enhance the current understanding of the mechanisms underlying probiotic effects on neurotransmission and stress alleviation in fish through transcriptomic profiling. In this study, olive flounders (Paralichthys olivaceus) were subjected to two trial setups: a 1-month lab-scale trial and a 6-month field-scale trial, with and without the probiotic strain Lactococcus lactis WFLU12.

Wide-genome selection of lactic acid bacteria harboring genes that promote the elimination of antinutritional factors.

Anti-nutritional factors (ANFs) substances in plant products, such as indigestible non-starchy polysaccharides (α-galactooligosaccharides, α-GOS), phytate, tannins, and alkaloids can impede the absorption of many critical nutrients and cause major physiological disorders. To enhance silage quality and its tolerance threshold for humans as well as other animals, ANFs must be reduced. This study aims to identify and compare the bacterial species/strains that are potential use for industrial fermentation and ANFs reduction.

The Correlation between Peripheral Blood Index and Immune Cell Expansion in Vietnamese Elderly Lung Cancer Patients.

(1) Background: The dysfunction and reduced proliferation of peripheral CD8 T cells and natural killer (NK) cells have been observed in both aging and cancer patients, thereby challenging the adoption of immune cell therapy in these subjects. In this study, we evaluated the growth of these lymphocytes in elderly cancer patients and the correlation of peripheral blood (PB) indices to their expansion. (2) Method: This retrospective study included 15 lung cancer patients who underwent autologous NK cell and CD8 T cell therapy between January 2016 and December 2019 and 10 healthy individuals.

Resonant Raman-Active Polymer Dot Barcodes for Multiplex Cell Mapping.

Resonance Raman spectroscopy is an efficient tool for multiplex imaging because of the narrow bandwidth of the electronically enhanced vibrational signals. However, Raman signals are often overwhelmed by concurrent fluorescence. In this study, we synthesized a series of truxene-based conjugated Raman probes to show structure-specific Raman fingerprint patterns with a common 532 nm light source.

Facile iodine-promoted synthesis of bis(1-imidazo[1,5-]pyridyl)arylmethanes and exploration of applications.

A practical strategy for the iodine-promoted synthesis of bis(1-imidazo[1,5-]pyridyl)arylmethane and its derivatives has been developed. These compounds exhibit high cytotoxicity toward various cancer cell lines and moreover they are promising ligands for the Cu-catalysed synthesis of quinolines.

Shotgun Metagenomic Sequencing to Assess Cyanobacterial Community Composition following Coagulation of Cyanobacterial Blooms.

The excessive proliferation of cyanobacteria in surface waters is a widespread problem worldwide, leading to the contamination of drinking water sources. Short- and long-term solutions for managing cyanobacterial blooms are needed for drinking water supplies. The goal of this research was to investigate the cyanobacteria community composition using shotgun metagenomics in a short term, in situ mesocosm experiment of two lakes following their coagulation with ferric sulfate (Fe(SO)) as an option for source water treatment.

Therapeutic effect of heat-killed Lactobacillus plantarum L-137 on the gut health and growth of broilers.

Although some studies on the effects of para-probiotics on the immune system and intestinal health have been conducted independently of research on antibiotics ass growth promoters. This study investigated the effects of heat-killed Lactobacillus plantarumL-137 (L-137) and antibiotics as preventive and/or therapeutic substances for broilers against subclinical necrotic enteritis caused by Clostridium perfringens (CP). In total, 300 1-day-old broilers (46.

Improved photodegradation of antibiotics pollutants in wastewaters by advanced oxidation process based on Ni-doped TiO.

The number of antibiotic compounds in wastewaters has been growing globally due to the covid-19 problem. Using antibiotics to treat the patients would produce larger amounts of these compounds into the environment with negative impacts. Hence, finding out the method for the elimination of toxic organic pollutants as well as antibiotics in water is urgent (In this study, the treatment of antibiotic pollutants including cefalexin (CF) and tetracycline (TC) was investigated by applying the advanced oxidation process based on Ni-doped TiO (Ni-TiO).

Effects of antibiotics on Vietnam koi, Anabas testudineus, exposed to Aeromonas dhakensis as a co-infection.

The dietary effects of antibiotics on aquatic disease is circumstantial and has not been investigated under infections. the efficacy of erythromycin, after 10 days in use and 10 days off, on the survival and infection rate of (Anabas testudineus) after co-infection with antibiotic-resistant Aeromonas dhakensis (isolate NV5M or V7L). The mortality rate observed in non-medicated groups of co-infected fish (93.

Ultra-Deep Sequencing of Plasma-Circulating DNA for the Detection of Tumor- Derived Mutations in Patients with Nonmetastatic Colorectal Cancer.

Identification of tumor-derived mutation (TDM) in liquid biopsies (LB), especially in early-stage patients, faces several challenges, including low variant-allele frequencies, interference by white blood cell (WBC)-derived mutations (WDM), benign somatic mutations and tumor heterogeneity. Here, we addressed the above-mentioned challenges in a cohort of 50 nonmetastatic colorectal cancer patients, via a workflow involving parallel sequencing of paired WBC- and tumor-gDNA. After excluding potential false positive mutations, we detected at least one TDM in LB of 56% (28/50) of patients, with the majority showing low-patient coverage, except for one TDM mapped to that recurred in 30% (15/30) of patients.

Enhanced recovery of phosphate as a value-added product from wastewater by using lanthanum modified carbon-fiber.

The aim of this study is to present the potential of activated carbon fiber (CF) impregnated with lanthanum (La) as a novel adsorbent (La-CF) of phosphate-phosphorus (P) and to assess the value-added due to P-recovery from wastewater using La-CF. The CF were loaded with La and the loaded CF was then calcined at 500 °C. The La-CF adsorbent was used in a series of batch experiments to characterize the adsorption of P at pH of 6-10 and P concentrations of 1-200 mg/L.

Performance Analysis of Cognitive Relay-Assisted Ambient Backscatter with MRC over Nakagami- Fading Channels.

This study presents ambient backscatter communication (AmBC) network as a concept of "modulation in the air" that has drawn growing interest by both academia and industry recently. In particular, we investigate and analyze an AmBC system relying on cognitive radio, where the primary destination is equipped with multiple antennas and maximum ratio combining (MRC). A wireless powered relay is necessary to serve both primary and secondary destinations.

Genome based quantification of VHSV in multiple organs of infected olive flounder (Paralichthys olivaceus) using real-time PCR.

Background: Viral hemorrhagic septicemia (VHS) is a serious viral disease that infects the olive flounder in South Korea. The Korean aquaculture industry experienced an economic loss caused by the high infectivity and mortality.

Objective: This study aimed to evaluate the infection density of VHSV in various organs of the olive flounder including spleen, liver, kidney, stomach, esophagus, intestine, gill, muscle, heart, and brain.

Aqueous-Soluble Naphthalene Diimide-Based Polymer Acceptors for Efficient and Air-Stable All-Polymer Solar Cells.

Aqueous-processed all-polymer solar cells (aq-APSCs) are reported for the first time by developing a series of water/ethanol-soluble naphthalenediimide (NDI)-based polymer acceptors [P(NDIDEG-T), P(NDITEG-T), and P(NDITEG-T2)]. Polymer acceptors are designed by using the backbones of NDI-bithiophene and NDI-thiophene in combination with nonionic hydrophilic oligoethylene glycol (OEG) side chains that facilitate processability in water/ethanol mixtures. All three polymers exhibit sufficient solubility (20-50 mg mL) in the aqueous medium.

High-Performance Near-Infrared-Selective Thin Film Organic Photodiode Based on a Molecular Approach Targeted to Ideal Semiconductor Junctions.

A molecular approach to achieve wide linear dynamic range (LDR) and near-infrared (NIR)-selective thin film organic photodiodes (OPDs) with high detectivity is reported. Comparative studies based on two NIR-selective polymers are systematically investigated: the commercially available poly[(4,4'-bis(2-ethylhexyl)cyclopenta[2,1-:3,4-']dithiophene)--(benzo[][1,2,5]thiadiazole)] (PCPDTBT) and the synthesized poly[(4,4'-(bis(hexyldecylsulfanyl)methylene)cyclopenta[2,1-:3,4-']-dithiophene)--(benzo[][1,2,5]thiadiazole)] (PCPDTSBT). The introduction of sp-hybridized side chains in the PCPDTSBT structure can improve chain planarity and thus intermolecular interactions, as confirmed by Raman spectroscopy and grazing incidence X-ray diffraction studies.

Conjugated Polyelectrolytes as Multifunctional Passivating and Hole-Transporting Layers for Efficient Perovskite Light-Emitting Diodes.

Metal halide perovskites (MHPs) have attracted significant attention as light-emitting materials owing to their high color purities and tunabilities. A key issue in perovskite light-emitting diodes (PeLEDs) is the fabrication of an optimal charge transport layer (CTL), which has desirable energy levels for efficient charge injection while blocking opposite charges and enabling perovskite layer growth with reduced interfacial defects. Herein, two poly(fluorene-phenylene)-based anionic conjugated polyelectrolytes (CPEs) with different counterions (K and tetramethylammonium (TMA )) are presented as multifunctional passivating and hole-transporting layers (HTLs).

Spectrum of mutations in the gene in Vietnamese patients with retinoblastoma.

Purpose: Retinoblastoma (RB) is a rare childhood malignant disorder caused by the biallelic inactivation of the gene. Early diagnosis and identification of carriers of heritable mutations in can improve disease outcome and management. In this study, we present the spectrum of mutations in the gene in Vietnamese patients with RB.

Genome based quantification of Miamiensis avidus in multiple organs of infected olive flounder (Paralichthys olivaceus) by real-time PCR.

Introduction: Miamiensis avidus is the major parasitic pathogen affecting the olive flounder, Paralichthys olivaceus. Recent epidemiological studies have shown that M. avidus infections are becoming increasingly severe and frequent in the olive flounder farming industry.

Variable-Temperature Resonance Raman Studies to Probe Interchain Ordering for Semiconducting Conjugated Polymers with Different Chain Curvature.

The morphology and crystallinity of the polymers used to fabricate bulk heterojuction (BHJ) solar cells significantly influences the efficiency of the cells. We have used variable-temperature (VT) spectroscopy techniques, namely VT emission and VT resonance Raman spectroscopy (VT-RRS), to examine how the backbone linearity of a conducting polymer affects its electronic response to temperature and variations in solution behavior. We have studied two types of donor-acceptor polymers used in BHJ cells with differing backbone structures; they are poly-{5,6-bis(tetradecyloxy)-4-(thiophen-2-yl)benzo[c]-1,2,5-thiadiazole} (PTBT) which has a curved backbone and poly-{5,6-bis(tetradecyloxy)-4-(thieno[3,2-b]-thiophen-2-yl)benzo[c]-1,2,5-thiadiazole} (PTTBT) which has a linear chain structure.

Dietary Probiotic Effect of WFLU12 on Low-Molecular-Weight Metabolites and Growth of Olive Flounder ().

The use of probiotics is considered an attractive biocontrol method. It is effective in growth promotion in aquaculture. However, the mode of action of probiotics in fish in terms of growth promotion remains unclear.

Ternary Organic Photovoltaics Prepared by Sequential Deposition of Single Donor and Binary Acceptors.

Binary organic photovoltaics (OPVs) fabricated by single-step (SS) deposition of a binary blend of polymer (or small molecule) donor and fullerene acceptor (SS binary OPV) are widely utilized. To improve the OPV performance, SS ternary OPVs utilizing a ternary blend consisting of two (or one) electron donor(s) and one (or two) electron acceptor(s) have been studied. SS ternary OPVs require more sensitive and complex optimization processes to optimize bulk heterojunctions with bicontinuous nanoscale phase separation of the donor and acceptor.