Lignin-based cryogels for advancing sustainable crop production via enhanced nutrient accessibility and growth efficiency.

Sustainable lignin-based materials are becoming increasingly valuable in agriculture, where climate change and nutrient deficiencies threaten crop productivity. We developed lignin-derived cryogels using waste biomass to improve soil nutrients, seed germination, water retention, and photosynthetic pigment levels. These cryogels were synthesized with gum Arabic (GA), keratin (K), and N-vinylpyrrolidone at lignin concentrations of 0.

Positron scattering from interstellar phosphorus-bearing compounds.

This article reports an investigation of positron impact scattering from several phosphorus-bearing compounds detected in the interstellar medium. The targets studied are HCP, CCP, CP, PN, and PO. For our theoretical model, we employed the spherical complex optical potential (SCOP) and complex scattering potential - ionization contribution (CSP-ic) methods.

Modi-2 a vaccine stimulating CD4 responses to homocitrullinated self epitopes as therapy for solid cancers.

Stresses within the tumour microenvironment can mediate post-translational modifications of self-proteins. Homocitrullination is the conversion of lysine to homocitrulline which generates neoepitopes and bypasses self-tolerance. In this study a vaccine targeting homocitrullinated antigens was assessed for stimulation of anti-tumour immunity.

Access to urban community mental health services: does geographical distance play a role?

Purpose: Mental health challenges are a pressing concern in Australia, which account for a significant portion of the disease burden and economic costs, yet a substantial number of those affected do not utilise necessary professional support. This study evaluates distance decay effect on adults' community mental health services in North Metropolitan Western Australia and explores factors influencing service use.

Methods: Data were extracted from the Mental Health Information Data Collections including the records of consumers receiving face-to-face services from the Community Mental Health Clinics in the North Metro Health Service during March 2022 to March 2023.

Tumor-intrinsic role of ICAM-1 in driving metastatic progression of triple-negative breast cancer through direct interaction with EGFR.

Triple-negative breast cancer (TNBC), the most aggressive subtype, presents a critical challenge due to the absence of approved targeted therapies. Hence, there is an urgent need to identify effective therapeutic targets for this condition. While epidermal growth factor receptor (EGFR) is prominently expressed in TNBC and recognized as a therapeutic target, anti-EGFR therapies have yet to gain approval for breast cancer treatment due to their associated side effects and limited efficacy.

The effects of exercise, heat-induced hypo-hydration and rehydration on blood-brain-barrier permeability, corticospinal and peripheral excitability.

Purpose: The effects of low-intensity exercise, heat-induced hypo-hydration and rehydration on maximal strength and the underlying neurophysiological mechanisms are not well understood.

Methods: To assess this, 12 participants took part in a randomised crossover study, in a prolonged (3 h) submaximal (60 W) cycling protocol under 3 conditions: (i) in 45 °C (achieving ~ 5% body mass reduction), with post-exercise rehydration in 2 h (RHY2), (ii) with rehydration across 24 h (RHY24), and (iii) a euhydrated trial in 25 °C (CON). Dependent variables included maximal voluntary contractions (MVC), maximum motor unit potential (M), motor evoked potential (MEP) amplitude and cortical silent period (cSP) duration.

Research Progress and Biosynthetic Mechanisms of Nutritional Compounds Obtained from Various Organs During the Developmental Stages of a Medicinal Plant (Chinese Jujube).

The fruit of the jujube tree is high in nutrients and has various health benefits. China is a major producer of jujube, and it is now cultivated all around the world. Numerous studies have demonstrated the nutritional value and potential health advantages of bioactive compounds found in the jujube tree.

Effects of oyster mushroom (Pleurotus ostreatus) stem residue supplementation on growth performance, meat quality and health status of broilers.

Oyster mushroom stem residue, a by-product with medicinal and nutritive values, might be a prospective feed supplement in poultry nutrition. The study focused on evaluating the impact of oyster mushroom (Pleurotus ostreatus) stem residue (OMSR) powder supplementation on growth performance, carcass traits, meat quality, blood characteristics, and the cecal bacterial count in Arbor Acres broilers raised 35 d. A total of 144 day-old chicks, with an average weight of 40.

Systematic exploration of Ziziphus species collection and gene identification influencing physiological traits using genotype-by-sequencing technology.

The Ziziphus genus, belonging to the Rhamnaceae family, holds significant economic, nutritional, and medicinal value. However, much remains to be discovered about its diversity and physical characteristics. Factors such as growth, resilience to changes, disease resistance, and unique features contribute to the quality of Ziziphus species.

Peripheral intravenous catheter-induced phlebitis in a tertiary hospital of Karachi: a cohort study.

Purpose: This study aimed to determine the incidence of peripheral intravenous catheter (PIVC)-induced phlebitis and its predictors among adult patients hospitalized at Dow University Hospital, Karachi, Pakistan.

Methods: A sample of 258 adult patients admitted in the selected wards and planned for peripheral intravenous catheter insertion were recruited through consecutive sampling during March to May 2019. Daily follow-ups were performed to observe signs of phlebitis using a validated tool.

Battlefield Acupuncture for the Treatment of Chronic Migraines.

A 70-year-old man presented with worsening migraines and was referred to a neurologist by their primary care doctor for further workup. Imaging and lab work were benign. The patient then underwent several trials of various first and second-line medications and anti-migraine devices to no avail.

Exploring and clinical validation of prognostic significance and therapeutic implications of copper homeostasis-related gene dysregulation in acute myeloid leukemia.

The patterns and biological functions of copper homeostasis-related genes (CHRGs) in acute myeloid leukemia (AML) remain unclear. We explored the patterns and biological functions of CHRGs in AML. Using independent cohorts, including TCGA-GTEx, GSE114868, GSE37642, and clinical samples, we identified 826 common differentially expressed genes.

A wearable sensors dataset for stress & boredom associated activity recognition.

This article presents a dataset of activities associated with stress and boredom obtained through wearable sensors. Data was collected from 40 right-handed participants aged 20 to 25, evenly split between males and females. Each individual wore a smart device on their dominant arm's wrists to facilitate the capture of data.

Solitary Skull Langerhans Cell Histiocytosis Presenting With a Pus Draining Fistula: An Unusual Presentation and Review of Literature.

Langerhans cell histiocytosis (LCH) is a rare condition in adults, especially when it is limited to a single area of the skull, known as solitary calvarial involvement. In this case report, we present a unique instance of LCH affecting the parietal bone with a pus-draining fistula. This is a rare and unusual presentation at this location, which has been scarcely reported in medical literature.

Successful management of coronary complications during percutaneous intervention: A case report.

This case report delineates the complex management of a 65-year-old female with established diabetes, hypertension, and ischemic heart disease, who presented with refractory angina despite comprehensive medical management. Coronary angiography identified significant pathology in the right coronary artery alongside a previously placed, functioning stent in the left anterior descending artery. The intervention was complicated by the occurrence of a type B coronary artery dissection and a type III coronary perforation during an attempt to extract a stent.

Antifungal efficacy of chitosan extracted from shrimp shell on strawberry ( × ) postharvest spoilage fungi.

The strong demand for biological materials in the food industry places chitosan at the forefront of other biopolymers. The present study aims to evaluate the antifungal properties of chitosan extracted from shrimp shell waste () against post-harvest strawberry ( × ) spoilage fungi. The physicochemical characteristics (DD, Mw, and solubility) of extracted chitosan were determined.

StresSense: Real-Time detection of stress-displaying behaviors.

Background: Wrist-worn gadgets like smartphones are ideal for unobtrusively gathering user data, in various fields such as health and fitness monitoring, communication, and productivity enhancement. They seamlessly integrate into users' daily lives, providing valuable insights and features without the need for constant attention or disruption. In sensitive domains like mental health, these devices provide user-friendly, privacy-protected means of diagnosis and treatment, offering a secure and cost-effective avenue for seeking help.

When is the best time to screen for perinatal anxiety? A longitudinal cohort study.

Background: For screening for anxiety during pregnancy and after birth to be efficient and effective it is important to know the optimal time to screen in order to identify women who might benefit from treatment.

Aims: To determine the optimal time to screen for perinatal anxiety to identify women with anxiety disorders and those who want treatment. A secondary aim was to examine the stability and course of perinatal anxiety over time.

Strong Invasive Mechanism of via Growth and Physiological Traits under Nitrogen Stress Condition.

Nitrogen (N) is one of the most crucial elements for plant growth. However, a deficiency of N affects plant growth and development. is a notorious invasive plant species that exhibits superior tolerance to adapt to environmental stresses.

Assessment of perinatal anxiety: diagnostic accuracy of five measures.

Background: Anxiety in pregnancy and after giving birth (the perinatal period) is highly prevalent but under-recognised. Robust methods of assessing perinatal anxiety are essential for services to identify and treat women appropriately.

Aims: To determine which assessment measures are most psychometrically robust and effective at identifying women with perinatal anxiety (primary objective) and depression (secondary objective).

Lignin developmental patterns and Casparian strip as apoplastic barriers: A review.

Lignin and Casparian strips are two essential components of plant cells that play critical roles in plant development regulate nutrients and water across the plants cell. Recent studies have extensively investigated lignin diversity and Casparian strip formation, providing valuable insights into plant physiology. This review presents the established lignin biosynthesis pathway, as well as the developmental patterns of lignin and Casparian strip and transcriptional network associated with Casparian strip formation.

Magnetic resonance imaging improves diagnosis of placenta accreta spectrum requiring hysterectomy compared to ultrasound.

Background: Magnetic resonance imaging has been used increasingly as an adjunct for ultrasound imaging for placenta accreta spectrum assessment and preoperative surgical planning, but its value has not been established yet. The ultrasound-based placenta accreta index is a well-validated standardized approach for placenta accreta spectrum evaluation. Placenta accreta spectrum-magnetic resonance imaging markers have been outlined in a joint guideline from the Society of Abdominal Radiology and the European Society of Urogenital Radiology.

Laccase and dye-decolorizing peroxidase-modified lignin incorporated with keratin-based biodegradable film: An elucidation of structural characterization, antibacterial and antioxidant properties.

Lignin valorization to produce functionalized materials is challenging. This study harnessed the versatile properties of lignin through a grafting reaction involving the aryl hydroxyl group of alkali lignin (AL) and enzymatically modified-alkali lignin (EMAL) using -derived laccase (Lacc) L and -derived dye-decolorizing peroxidase (DyP) with keratin (K) amide group. This reaction was executed utilizing an eco-friendly solvent with the aim of generating thin films.