Thirty-day oral exposure to acetamiprid induces biochemical and histological alterations in rat pancreas: protective effects of carnosine supplementation.

Acetamiprid is a neonicotinoid insecticide used against various insect pests. Serious concerns are emerging regarding their adverse effects on non-target organisms and organs. This study aimed to investigate the mechanistic toxic effect of oral administration of acetamiprid at 21.

Effective optimal control of a wind turbine system with hybrid energy storage and hybrid MPPT approach.

This research paper discusses a wind turbine system and its integration in remote locations using a hybrid power optimization approach and a hybrid storage system. Wind turbine systems' optimization controllers operate MPPT strategies efficiently, optimizing the system's overall performance. The proposed approach is HTb(P&O/FLC), which combines the P&O and FLC methods.

Density functional theory investigation of the phase transition, elastic and thermal characteristics for AuMTe(M = Ga, In) chalcopyrite compounds.

We explored the pressure-induced structural phase transitions and elastic properties of AuMTe (M = Ga, In) using the full-potential linearized augmented plane wave method within the framework of density functional theory, applying both generalized gradient and local density approximations. Thermodynamic properties were further assessed through the quasi-harmonic model. We determined the transition pressures for the phase shift from the chalcopyrite structure to the NaCl rock-salt phase in both AuGaTe and AuInTe.

Gastroprotective Efficacy of North African Medicinal Plants: A Review on Their Therapeutic Potential for Peptic Ulcers.

Peptic ulcer disease remains a prevalent gastrointestinal disorder worldwide. Current treatments often have limitations, sparking interest in alternative therapies from medicinal plants. This review examines the gastroprotective potential of 54 North African medicinal plants against peptic ulcers.

Power control of an autonomous wind energy conversion system based on a permanent magnet synchronous generator with integrated pumping storage.

Wind energy plays a crucial role as a renewable source for electricity generation, especially in remote or isolated regions without access to the main power grid. The intermittent characteristics of wind energy make it essential to incorporate energy storage solutions to guarantee a consistent power supply. This study introduces the design, modeling, and control mechanisms of a self-sufficient wind energy conversion system (WECS) that utilizes a Permanent magnet synchronous generator (PMSG) in conjunction with a Water pumping storage station (WPS).

Pre-hospital blood pressure lowering in presumed hyperacute stroke: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials.

Background: High blood pressure (BP) is common in acute stroke and a predictor of poor outcomes. Treatment of acute stroke, before a distinction can be made between ischemic and hemorrhagic types, is challenging. We aimed to assess whether patients with presumed acute stroke benefit from pre-hospital BP lowering.

Probiotics and Prebiotics Intervention in Respiratory and Digestive Infections Linked to Covid-19.

Probiotics and prebiotics have been suggested as natural agents against viral infections and dysbiosis and may encourage clinical applications. This review aims to analyze the main and recent advances related to viral infections such as Covid-19 and its gastrointestinal complications, antiviral immunity generated and possible preventive role that probiotics and/or prebiotics can play in controlling and promoting antiviral immunity. The literature search was performed through a critical analysis of relevant publications reported in PubMed and Scopus databases on clinical trials and assays conducted in vitro on colon cells and in vivo on mice.

A combined support vector regression with a firefly algorithm for prediction of energy consumption in wastewater treatment plants.

Wastewater treatment plants (WWTPs) comprise energy-intensive processes, serving as primary contributors to overall WWTP costs. This research study proposes a novel approach that integrates support vector regression (SVR) with the firefly algorithm (FFA) for the prediction of energy consumption in a WWTP in Chlef City, Algeria. The database comprises a comprehensive set of 1,653 samples, capturing diverse information categories.

Climate change impacts on maternal health and pregnancy outcomes in Africa.

The review examines how climate change adversely affects maternal health and pregnancy outcomes in Africa, a region particularly vulnerable to climate-related disasters. It highlights the increased incidence of tropical and waterborne illnesses due to climate change, disproportionately impacting expectant mothers. The study thoroughly evaluates the effects of extreme weather events like heatwaves and floods on maternal health, both directly and indirectly.

Alpha-glucosidase and α-amylase inhibitory activity of Desf. gall extracts and identification of putative bioactives using a combined UPLC fingerprinting and molecular docking approach.

Aims: Desf. (Anacardiaceae) is traditionally used in Mediterranean medicine, with previous studies showing antidiabetic potential in its fruits and leaves. This study evaluates the antidiabetic activity of galls (PAG) extracts using in vitro, chemometric, and in silico approaches.

Correction: Alpha-glucosidase and α-amylase inhibitory activity of Pistacia atlantica Desf. Gall extracts and identification of putative bioactives using a combined UPLC fingerprinting and molecular docking approach.

[This corrects the article DOI: 10.1007/s40200-024-01470-y.].

Effect of waste paper aggregate and polyethylene terephthalate on mortar performanCE.

Concrete's widespread use in construction is increasing due to urbanization and population growth. While it offers durability and strength, its production poses environmental challenges. Researchers and global initiatives are working towards more sustainable concrete production methods and effective waste management, particularly for paper waste (WPA) and polyethylene terephthalate waste (PET).

ANN-based chaotic PRNG in the novel jerk chaotic system and its application for the image encryption via 2-D Hilbert curve.

In this paper, we introduce a category of Novel Jerk Chaotic (NJC) oscillators featuring symmetrical attractors. The proposed jerk chaotic system has three equilibrium points. We show that these equilibrium points are saddle-foci points and unstable.

Magnetic mixed convection within wavy trapezoidal thermal energy storage systems using nano enhanced phase change material.

The three-dimensional (3D) MHD mixed convection mode confined 3D wavy trapezoidal enclosure is examined. The bottom plane of the trapezoidal system is irregular, particularly a wavy plane with various undulation numbers [Formula: see text]. The forced convection phenomenon arises due to the displacement of the top region plane, whereas the porosity-enthalpy methodology characterizes the progression of charging.

Hydrodistillation Optimization for Borago officinalis L. Essential Oil and Its Chemical Composition Analysis.

The essential oil extracted from Borago officinalis L. aerial parts using hydrodistillation contains several compounds, although it yields low amounts. For the first time, this study investigated the effects of hydrodistillation parameters and optimized conditions to maximize the yield of B.

Canine leishmaniasis in Maghreb countries: A systematic review and meta-analysis.

Canine leishmaniasis (CanL) is a zoonotic disease caused by infection with Leishmania infantum and transmitted by female phlebotomine sandflies. It is prevalent in the Mediterranean basin, including the Maghreb region which comprises of Algeria, Tunisia, and Morocco. The environmental conditions in this area provide a suitable habitat for the proliferation of the phlebotomine sandfly, making it an endemic region for CanL.

Phytochemical analysis, antioxidant activity and modulatory effect of aqueous leaf extract of L on oxaliplatin-induced oxidative stress in isolated rat liver mitochondria.

This study evaluates the antioxidant effects of aqueous leaf extract of (ALEPL) and its potential to counteract oxaliplatin (OXA)-induced mitochondrial oxidative stress in rat livers, a common side effect of chemotherapy in cancer treatment. Bioactive compounds were identified using High-Performance Liquid Chromatography coupled with Tandem Mass Spectrometry (HPLC-MS and MS), with Fourier-Transform Infrared Spectroscopy (FTIR) and Atomic Absorption Spectrophotometry (AAS) for chemical and mineral analysis. ALEPL showed notable antioxidant activity, with IC50 values of 4.

A comprehensive DFT-based study of the antioxidant properties of monolignols: Mechanism, kinetics, and influence of physiological environments.

Monolignols, p-coumaryl alcohol (CouA), coniferyl alcohol (ConiA), and sinapyl alcohol (SinA), are the fundamental materials for lignin biosynthesis, a major component of lignocellulosic biomass. In the present study, we report a comprehensive analysis of the antioxidant properties of monolignols, using density functional theory (DFT) calculations. Under model physiological conditions, monolignols demonstrated a high hydroperoxyl radical scavenging capacity in polar media, with overall rate constants (k) ranging from 5.

Monte Carlo study of organ doses and related secondary cancer risk estimations for patients undergoing prostate radiotherapy: Algerian population-based study.

The present study aimed to assess organ doses and the associated cancer risks related to secondary radiation (photons and neutrons) exposure during 3D Conformational Radiotherapy (3D-CRT) for patients with prostate cancer in Algeria. To this purpose, a detailed geometric Monte Carlo (MC) modeling of the LINAC, combined with a hybrid whole-body phantom was carried out. The secondary radiation doses were calculated in patient's organs, both within and outside the field.

GIS-MCDM integrated approach for suitable landfill site selection: a case study of the southwestern part of Bejaia Province, Algeria.

Selecting optimal landfill sites is a critical challenge in household waste management. In response to the environmental issues posed by open dumps in southwestern Bejaia province, this study adopts an integrated GIS-MCDM approach to identify suitable locations for new landfill sites. Initially, key environmental and socio-economic criteria were determined through a review of national regulations, expert opinions, and relevant literature.