Publications by authors named "S Elm Elmorsy"
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- Carbon quantum dots (CQDs) are flexible nanomaterials used in various applications like diagnostics, sensing, bioimaging, and drug delivery, thanks to their tunable chemical properties.
- This study synthesized lactic acid-derived nitrogen doped CQDs (LAdN-CQDs) and found they can inhibit the formation of toxic fibrils from hen egg-white lysozyme (HEWL) in a dose-dependent manner, achieving up to 50% inhibition.
- LAdN-CQDs showed biocompatibility in neuroblastoma cells by maintaining mitochondrial function and reducing reactive oxygen species, suggesting they may have neuroprotective properties and could be a green chemistry solution in healthcare.
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- In Egypt, aluminum phosphide (ALP) is a dangerous poison that can lead to death, prompting a study on the predictive value of NT-proBNP for mortality in affected patients.
- The research took place from July to December 2022 at Ain Shams University Hospitals, where patients admitted for ALP poisoning had their NT-proBNP levels, along with other heart-related markers, measured.
- Results showed that non-survivors had significantly higher NT-proBNP levels, with a cutoff point of ≥72 pg/ml being effective for predicting mortality, indicating that NT-proBNP can be an early marker for assessing risk in ALP poisoning cases.
Background: Patient safety remains an area of global concern, and patient safety culture among healthcare staff is one of its most important determinants. Saudi Arabia is investing much effort in enhancing patient safety. Assessment of patient safety culture is enlightening about the impact of such efforts and invaluable in informing policy makers about future directions.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFCarbon dots (CDs) are carbon nano materials (CNMs) that find use across several biological applications because of their water solubility, biocompatible nature, eco-friendliness, and ease of synthesis. Additionally, their physiochemical properties can be chemically tuned for further optimization towards specific applications. Here, we investigate the efficacy of C70-derived Graphene Acid Quantum Dots (GAQDs) in mitigating the transformation of soluble, monomeric Hen Egg-White Lysozyme (HEWL) to mature fibrils during its amyloidogenic trajectory.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFDiabetes mellitus (DM) and premenstrual syndrome (PMS) are global health challenges. Both disorders are often linked to a range of physical and psychological symptoms that significantly impact the quality of life of many women. Yet, the exact relation between DM and PMS is not clear, and the management of both conditions poses a considerable challenge.
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