In Operando Optical Analysis of Electrolyte Colour Change and Its Correlation to Capacity Fade in Li-Ion Cells at Elevated Temperatures.

The existing body of research on battery state of health has identified various degradation modes for the electrolyte, yet very few studies have explored the role of electrolyte colour changes as a diagnostic tool for state of health (SOH). This study investigates the impact of elevated temperatures and its correlation with electrolyte colour changes and capacity fade during cycling. Specifically, the research examines whether cycling cells at elevated temperatures induces noticeable changes in electrolyte colour and whether these changes can be linked to the SOH of the cells.

Rapid virucidal activity of an air sanitizer against aerosolized MS2 and Phi6 phage surrogates for non-enveloped and enveloped vertebrate viruses, including SARS-CoV-2.

An air sanitizer was evaluated using an aerobiology protocol, compliant with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's Air Sanitizer Guidelines, for virucidal activity against bacteriophages Phi6 and MS2 (used as surrogates for enveloped and non-enveloped human pathogenic viruses).

VERSATILITY OF TENSOR FASCIA LATA FLAP FOR RECONSTRUCTION OF GROIN DEFECTS.

Background: The evolution of reconstructive surgery techniques has significantly improved the management of soft tissue defects across various anatomical regions. In 1972, McGregor et al. devised a pivotal method for generating a flap to cover hand defects.

RECONSTRUCTION OF SOFT TISSUE DEFECTS AROUND KNEE AND PROXIMAL LEG USING PROXIMAL BASED SURAL ARTERY FLAP.

Background: Soft tissue defects around the knee and proximal leg represent a challenging clinical scenario for plastic and reconstructive surgeons. These defects can arise from a variety of causes, including traumatic injuries, such as crush injuries and road traffic accidents, thermal injuries like burns, and surgical complications such as infection. Objective of the study was to evaluate the success of proximally based sural artery flap for soft tissue defects around the knee and proximal leg in patients presenting to our tertiary care hospital.

-Symmetry Breaking and Spin Control in 2D Antiferromagnetic MnSe.

Two-dimensional (2D) materials with intrinsic antiferromagnetic (AFM) order provide a unique avenue to harness both charge and spin degrees of freedom for practical spintronics applications. Here, by using ab initio electronic structure calculations, the interplay of discrete crystal symmetries (such as inversion ( ), time-reversal ( ), or combined symmetry) of 2D semiconducting AFM manganese selenide (MnSe) and external electric field along with graphene proximity is investigated. We show that both an external electric field and graphene proximity can independently break otherwise conserved combined symmetry in 2D MnSe, resulting in large and tunable spin-splittings in both valence and conduction bands, and provide electrical control over a wide energy range.

SLFN12 Expression Significantly Effects the Response to Chemotherapy Drugs in Triple-Negative Breast Cancer.

Background/objectives: Schlafen12 (SLFN12) is an intermediate human Schlafen protein shown to correlate with survivability in triple-negative breast cancer (TNBC). SLFN12 causes differential expressions of significant cancer genes, but how they change in response to chemotherapy remains unknown. Our aim is to identify the effect of chemotherapy on genes that improve TNBC outcomes and other SLFN family members following SLFN12 knockout or overexpression.

The development of aperiodic neural activity in the human brain.

The neurophysiological mechanisms supporting brain maturation are fundamental to attention and memory capacity across the lifespan. Human brain regions develop at different rates, with many regions developing into the third and fourth decades of life. Here, in this preregistered study (https://osf.

Impact of MTHFD2 Expression in Bladder/Breast Cancer and Screening of Its Potential Inhibitor.

Genes of folate-mediated 1 carbon metabolism are found to be highly upregulated in tumor cells and promote cancer cell proliferation. The current study aimed to determine the expression of the MTHFD2 gene in bladder and breast cancers. Furthermore, the determination of potential ligand-based inhibitors against MTHFD2 was performed in comparison with those of chemotherapeutic drugs and natural plant-based compounds.

The Determination of the Rapid and Effective Activity of an Air Sanitizer against Aerosolized Bacteria Using a Room-Sized Aerobiology Chamber.

Air sanitization is an important non-pharmaceutical intervention for mitigating the risk of indoor pathogen spreading. A dipropylene glycol-containing air sanitizer was tested against aerosolized and . The bacteria, suspended in a soil load, were aerosolized using a six-jet Collison nebulizer with pressurized air.

Cadmium (Cd) detoxification and activation of plant defense enzymes in wheat (Triticum aestivum) through the use of endophytic Bacillus thuringiensis and Salix alba root powder.

Cadmium (Cd) is a toxic heavy metal and a threat to the ecosystem therefore the current investigation was designed to use endophytic bacteria from the Salix alba roots and to investigate its plant growth promoting and Cd detoxification ability with and without Salix alba root powder. In a complete randomized design (CRD), the cadmium sulfate was applied at the rate of 20 mg/kg and 40 mg/kg soil. The Bacillus thuringiensis (Accession # MW979616) was identified from Salix alba roots.

Benefit-Cost Analysis for Earthquake-Resilient Building Design and Retrofit: State of the Art and Future Research Needs.

This paper reviews the state of the art in using benefit-cost analysis (BCA) to inform earthquake risk reduction decisions by building owners and policymakers. The goal is to provide a roadmap for the application and future development of BCA methods and tools for earthquake risk reduction. Our review covers three earthquake risk reduction measures: adopting up-to-date building codes for new construction, designing new buildings to exceed code requirements, and retrofitting deficient existing buildings.

Methods to assess environmental surface disinfectants against viruses: the quest and recommendations for a globally harmonized approach to microbicide testing.

Viruses pose a wide-ranging and significant risk to human health through acute and persistent infections that may confer risks for sequelae including musculoskeletal, immunological, and oncological disease. Infection prevention and control (IPAC) remains a highly effective, generic, global, and cost-effective means to mitigate virus spread. IPAC recommends proper disinfection of high-touch environmental surfaces (HITES) to reduce the risk of direct and indirect virus spread.

Awareness of Orthodontists Toward Management of Orthodontic Patients Suffering with Diabetes Mellitus in Central India Population: A Cross-Sectional Survey.

Objectives: To evaluate orthodontists' awareness and knowledge about management of orthodontic patients with diabetes mellitus (DM) and determine if the treatment approach is according to the international guidelines.

Methods: This cross-sectional survey was conducted in Central India from January 2023to December 2023 and included 60 orthodontists from different dental clinics in private practice. Data were collected using a self-administered questionnaire, with questions about the orthodontic management of patients with DM.

Genome sequence of multi-drug-resistant isolated from a clinical sample collected in Maroua, Cameroon.

is a major pathogen of public health concern due to its implications in pathologies and its increasing antimicrobial resistance. Here, we present the draft genome of a 2.7-Mbp isolate obtained from a pus swab sampled in Cameroon.

Cancer therapy-related salivary dysfunction.

Salivary gland dysfunction is a common side effect of cancer treatments. Salivary function plays key roles in critical daily activities. Consequently, changes in salivary function can profoundly impair quality of life for cancer patients.

Molecular Epidemiology of Wild Poliovirus Type 1 and Shift in the Historically Reservoir Areas of Pakistan During 2019-2022.

Background: Pakistan is one of the two countries endemic for wild poliovirus type 1 (WPV1). Active clinical and environmental wastewater surveillance along with laboratory investigation is an integral and primary component of the polio eradication strategies. The current study is mainly focused on the virological data to understand the current epidemiology of WPV1 in Pakistan during 2019-2022.

Exploring the Relationship Between Cannabis Use And COVID-19 Outcomes.

Cannabis use is becoming increasingly prevalent worldwide, yet the full spectrum of its effects largely remain unknown. Although cannabis have immunomodulatory properties, there remains a significant gap in our understanding of the potential impact of marijuana use on COVID-19 outcomes. The purpose of this study is to evaluate the effect of chronic cannabis use on severe COVID-19.

Is it time to re-evaluate exposure risks to quaternary ammonium compounds as disinfectants?

•The use of quaternary ammonium compounds (QACs) as disinfectants has increased exponentially due to the COVID-19 pandemic.•There is, thus, a corresponding increase in human exposure to these compounds.•New studies reveal important human health concerns.

Novel insights into the molecular mechanisms underlying anti-nociceptive effect of myricitrin against reserpine-induced fibromyalgia model in rats: Implication of SIRT1 and miRNAs.

Ethnopharmacological Relevance: Manilkara zapota (L.) P. Royen, also termed sapodilla or chikoo, is a significant plant in ethnomedicine because of its long history of traditional medical applications.

Modern perspectives of heavy metals alleviation from oil contaminated soil: A review.

Heavy metal poisoning of soil from oil spills causes serious environmental problems worldwide. Various causes and effects of heavy metal pollution in the soil environment are discussed in this article. In addition, this study explores new approaches to cleaning up soil that has been contaminated with heavy metals as a result of oil spills.

Mechanisms of action of microbicides commonly used in infection prevention and control.

SUMMARYUnderstanding how commonly used chemical microbicides affect pathogenic microorganisms is important for formulation of microbicides. This review focuses on the mechanism(s) of action of chemical microbicides commonly used in infection prevention and control. Contrary to the typical site-specific mode of action of antibiotics, microbicides often act via multiple targets, causing rapid and irreversible damage to microbes.

Impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on physical activity among older adults with cancer in a central Canadian province: Results from a survey study.

Background: Physical activity is important for individuals with cancer. Older adults with cancer (OACA) have been disproportionally vulnerable to both COVID-19 infection and its outcomes. This study investigated how the COVID-19 pandemic and associated restrictions affected physical activity in OACA in one Canadian province.