Propagation of Orientation Across Lengthscales in Sheared Self-Assembling Hierarchical Suspensions via Rheo-PLI-SAXS.

Simultaneous rheological, polarized light imaging, and small-angle X-ray scattering experiments (Rheo-PLI-SAXS) are developed, thereby providing unprecedented level of insight into the multiscale orientation of hierarchical systems in simple shear. Notably, it is observed that mesoscale alignment in the flow direction does not develop simultaneously across nano-micro lengthscales in sheared suspensions of rod-like chiral-nematic (meso) phase forming cellulose nanocrystals. Rather, with increasing shear rate, orientation is observed first at mesoscale and then extends to the nanoscale, with influencing factors being the aggregation state of the hierarchy and concentration.

Symbiotic Bacteria: Wolbachia, Midgut Microbiota in Mosquitoes and Their Importance for Vector Prevention Strategies.

Mosquito-borne illnesses pose a significant threat to eradication under existing vector management measures. Chemo-based vector control strategies (use of insecticides) raise a complication of resistance and environmental pollution. Biological control methods are an alternative approach to overcoming this complication arising from insecticides.

FTY720P-treated macrophages in PEG-4MAL hydrogels promote oral wound healing.

Background Aims: Oral wound healing involves hemostasis, inflammation, proliferation and tissue remodeling. The oral cavity is a complex wound healing environment because of the presence of saliva, a high bacterial burden and ongoing physical trauma from eating. The inflammatory component of wound healing balances the polarization of macrophages in healing tissues between M1 inflammatory macrophages and M2 anti-inflammatory macrophages.

Floristic diversity and species composition along altitudinal gradient in the alpine ecosystem of the cold desert region in Western Himalaya, India.

In India, the Trans-Himalayan zone lies in the rain shadow of the main Himalayan region and is usually described as a "high-altitude cold desert". These regions are represented by sparse but unique vegetation composition. The present study is an attempt to investigate the vegetation composition in the alpine ecosystem of the cold desert landscape of the Nelang Valley in Western Himalayas (Uttarakhand), India.

Using the Expertise of a Clinical Nurse Specialist to Lead a Neonatal Peripherally Inserted Central Catheter Team to Central Line-Associated Bloodstream Infection Reduction and Cost-Efficiency Through Quality Improvement.

Objective: This quality improvement project aimed to reduce central line bacteremias (central line-associated bloodstream infections [CLABSIs]) in a neonatal ICU (NICU) to a CLABSI rate of zero using a clinical nurse specialist (CNS)-led neonatal peripherally inserted central catheter (PICC) team.

Background: The NICU at the study site was experiencing more than twice the National Healthcare Safety Network average CLABSI rate at 2.2 per 1000 line-days with an estimated cost of $2 072 806 to the organization.

Incidence of Carotid Wall Irregularities in Acute Ischemic Stroke Patients: A Descriptive Analysis.

Background Carotid wall abnormalities are significant predictors of cardiovascular events, including ischemic stroke. Identifying the clinical and biochemical risk factors associated with these abnormalities can aid in early intervention and prevention strategies. This study aimed to assess the association between lipid profiles, age, gender, smoking habits, hypertension, and carotid wall abnormalities in patients.

The genetic composition of Anopheles mosquitoes and the diverse population of gut-microbiota within the Anopheles subpictus and Anopheles vagus mosquitoes in Tamil Nadu, India.

In recent days, in tropical and subtropical regions, secondary vectors of Anopheles mosquitoes are becoming more important in transmitting diseases to humans as primary vectors. Various molecular techniques have separated closely related Anopheles subpictus and Anopheles vagus mosquitoes based on their diversity with other mosquito species. Despite their widespread distribution, the An.

Re-programming by a six-factor-secretome in the patient tumor ecosystem during nutrient stress and drug response.

Cancer cells need nutrients to grow and proliferate. During nutrient stress in the microenvironment, it is unclear or cancer cells can adopt alternative resources to re-wire and survive in patients. We discovered a 6-factor-secretome remarkably sustains a critical cell mass during nutrient stress in a pediatric embryonal brain tumor, atypical teratoid rhabdoid tumor (ATRT).

Machine learning-based gene expression biomarkers to distinguish Zika and Dengue virus infections: implications for diagnosis.

Unlabelled: Zika virus (ZIKV) and Dengue virus (DENV) infections cause severe disease in humans and are significant socio-economic burden worldwide. These flavivirus infections are difficult to diagnose serologically due to antigenic overlap. The phylogenetic analysis shows that ZIKV clusters with DENVs at a higher node of the phylogenetic tree with significant genomic and structural similarity.

Deep eutectic Solvents-Assisted synthesis of NiFe-LDHs/MoTiC: A bifunctional electrocatalyst for overall electrochemical water splitting in alkaline media.

The development of efficient and stable electrocatalysts is crucial for the advancement of green and clean hydrogen energy technologies. In this work, we synthesized a nanocomposite of nickel-iron layered double hydroxide/molybdenum titanium carbide (NiFe-LDHs/MoTiC) using a deep eutectic solvent (DESs) by the solvothermal method. The formation of NiFe-LDHs/MoTiC nanocomposite was confirmed by various electron microscopic and spectroscopic techniques.

Wet and dry spell induced changes in the soil CO effluxes of Pine and Oak ecosystems of Central Himalaya: a comparative assessment for monsoon and winter seasons.

Soil efflux of CO ( ) is known to be dependent on natural drying and rewetting of the soil. Although the central Indian Himalayan region is predominantly occupied with two ecosystems, i. e.

Anaesthetic challenges of carinal resection and reconstruction: A case report.

Carinal resection of tumour involving trachea and carina remains as a challenge for thoracic surgeons and anaesthesiologists. Resection is technically demanding and can be associated with significant morbidity and mortality. In this case report, we describe the successful management of carinal tumour with carinal resection in a 45-year-old female.

CSSP-2.0: A refined consensus method for accurate protein secondary structure prediction.

Studying the relationship between sequences and their corresponding three-dimensional structure assists structural biologists in solving the protein-folding problem. Despite several experimental and in-silico approaches, still understanding or decoding the three-dimensional structures from the sequence remains a mystery. In such cases, the accuracy of the structure prediction plays an indispensable role.

Crystalline/amorphous nickel sulfide interface for high current density in alkaline HER: surface and volume confinement matters!

In this work, we demonstrate an interface on porous nickel foam (NN) between crystalline nickel sulfide and amorphous nickel sulfide (NNS/NNS) adapting simple hydrothermal and facile electrodeposition processes, respectively. The developed electrocatalyst required a low overpotential of 15 mV to deliver a current density of 10 mA cm and the interface intrinsically activates the electrocatalyst with an onset overpotential comparable to that of Pt in an alkaline hydrogen evolution reaction.

The impact of CBz-PAI interlayer in various HTL-based flexible perovskite solar cells: A drift-diffusion numerical study.

In perovskite solar cells (PSCs), the charge carrier recombination obstacles mainly occur at the ETL/perovskite and HTL/perovskite interfaces, which play a decisive role in the solar cell performance. Therefore, this study aims to enhance the flexible PSC (FPSC) efficiency by adding the newly designed CBz-PAI-interlayer (simply CBz-PAI-IL) at the perovskite/HTL interface. In addition, substantial work has been carried out on five different HTLs (Se/Te-CuO, CuGaO, VO and CuSCN, including conventional Spiro-OMeTAD as a reference HTL with and without CBz-PAI-IL), using drift-diffusion simulation to find suitable FPSC design to attain the maximum PCE.

Alternate conformations found in protein structures implies biological functions: A case study using cyclophilin A.

Protein dynamics linked to numerous biomolecular functions, such as ligand binding, allosteric regulation, and catalysis, must be better understood at the atomic level. Reactive atoms of key residues drive a repertoire of biomolecular functions by flipping between alternate conformations or conformational substates, seldom found in protein structures. Probing such sparsely sampled alternate conformations would provide mechanistic insight into many biological functions.

Nanoarchitectonics Design Strategy of Metal-Organic Framework and Bio-Metal-Organic Framework Composites for Advanced Wastewater Treatment through Adsorption.

Freshwater depletion is an alarm for finding an eco-friendly solution to treat wastewater for drinking and domestic applications. Though several methods like chlorination, filtration, and coagulation-sedimentation are conventionally employed for water treatment, these methods need to be improved as they are not environmentally friendly, rely on chemicals, and are ineffective for all kinds of pollutants. These problems can be addressed by employing an alternative solution that is effective for efficient water treatment and favors commercial aspects.

Control of ZnO nanowires growth in flexible perovskite solar cells: A mini-review.

Due to their excellent properties, Zinc oxide nanowires (ZnO NW) have been attractive and considered as a promising electron-transporting layer (ETL) in flexible Perovskite Solar Cells (FPSCs). Since the first report on ZnO NWs-based FPSCs giving 2.6 % power conversion efficiency (in 2013), great improvements have been made, allowing to reach up to∼15 % nowadays.

Work-life balance among mental health professionals in a tertiary care neuropsychiatry centre in India.

Background: Stress and distress are common among Mental Health Professionals (MHP). MHPs avoid seeking professional help to address their stress, leading to increased vulnerability to stress and mental health conditions. Inadequately addressed stress directly impacts their service delivery and well-being.

Stress and coping among police personnel in South India.

Background: Police personnel experience the highest levels of stress due to the nature and demands of work. Though many researchers have studied these variables quantitatively, there is a lack of qualitative study, particularly in India.

Methods: A qualitative study has been carried out to explore the stress and coping strategies of police personnel.

Identification of Potential Genes and Critical Pathways in Postoperative Recurrence of Crohn's Disease by Machine Learning And WGCNA Network Analysis.

Background: Crohn's disease (CD) is a chronic idiopathic inflammatory bowel disease affecting the entire gastrointestinal tract from the mouth to the anus. These patients often experience a period of symptomatic relapse and remission. A 20 - 30% symptomatic recurrence rate is reported in the first year after surgery, with a 10% increase each subsequent year.