Supercooling suppression of microencapsulated capric acid-stearic acid eutectic via lignin-zein stabilized Pickering emulsion for highly efficient thermal energy storage.

This study develops a fully biobased phase change material (PCM) by encapsulating capric acid-stearic acid eutectic (CSE) with a lignin-zein shell. It is driven by core-shell aggregation in Pickering emulsion during solvent exchange. Herein, the introduction of zein effectively promotes core-shell aggregation and stabilizes CSE Pickering emulsion.

Significant Periocular Swelling as a Sign of Systemic Amyloidosis.

We report a case of a 66-year-old woman with 8 years of progressive bilateral periorbital fullness, eyelid edema, and skin laxity. She had a history of thyroid cancer, smoldering myeloma, and systemic amyloidosis. The exam demonstrated significant bilateral periorbital fullness with mild limitation of extraocular motility in all directions bilaterally without double vision.

Cell Migration in Endometriosis Responds to Omentum-Derived Molecular Cues Similar to Ovarian Cancer.

Endometriosis is common and poses significant morbidity of lasting impact to young, pre-menopausal women, while ovarian cancer is a lethal gynecologic condition. Both conditions need better treatment. The human omentum is an apron of adipose tissue in the abdominopelvic cavity, the same space in which endometriosis and ovarian cancer manifest.

Prevalence of complexity in primary care and its associated factors: A Singapore experience.

Introduction: As the population ages, patient complexity is increasing, intensifying the demand for well-resourced, coordinated care. A deeper understanding of the factors contributing to this complexity is essential for optimising resource allocation. This study evaluates the prevalence of complex care needs in Singapore's primary care settings and identifies the factors associated with these needs.

The Black Fungus: A Rare Case of Pulmonary Mucormycosis.

Background: Mucormycosis, commonly known as the "black fungus," is a severe infection affecting multiple organ systems, including the skin, brain, lungs, and gastrointestinal tract. This case report is focused on pulmonary mucormycosis, which is frequently observed in organ transplant recipients. Diagnostic challenges arise from nonspecific symptoms.