Recovery of valuable metals from spent hydrodesulfurization (HDS) catalysts: A comprehensive research review and specific industrial cases.

Spent hydrodesulfurization (HDS) catalysts, produced in the petroleum refining process, are usually classified in hazardous solid waste. Recovery of valuable metals from spent HDS catalyst not only reduce substantially environmental risk but is an important way to alleviate global resource shortages for high-valuable metals. This study reviews numerous references regarding to recovery valuable metals from spent HDS catalyst in last decades, and divided current methods into three processes: pretreatment, oxidation-leaching, and separation-purification processes.

Charge-Transfer Processes within the Isolated Tetramer Models of the Reaction Center .

Over the last two decades, advancements in structural resolution and spectral characterization have significantly enhanced our understanding of photosynthesis. However, the complexity of photosystem (PS) supercomplexes still presents challenges. In the reaction center (RSRC), the charge separation process begins with a charge-transfer (CT) step at the special pair (P), a dimer of bacteriochlorophyll a (BChl), which acts as the donor, and continues with electron transport through the active pigments.

Synthesis, Hydrolytic Degradation Behavior, and Surface Properties of Poly(alkyl glycolide)-Polyglycolide Copolymers.

Given the environmental impact of polymers on our daily lives, the development of biodegradable polymers is becoming increasingly critical. Poly(diisobutyl glycolide)-polyglycolide (PDIBG-PGA) and poly(diisopropyl glycolide)-polyglycolide (PDIPG-PGA) copolymers, which are structurally similar to polylactic--glycolic acid (PLGA) polyesters frequently used in the field of biomaterials, were synthesized via ring-opening polymerization (ROP) of glycolide with l-diisobutyl glycolide (l-DIBG) or l-diisopropyl glycolide (l-DIPG), respectively, in various molecular weights ( : 15.5-40.

Transposable elements in genomic architecture of Monilinia fungal phytopathogens and TE-driven DMI-resistance adaptation.

Background: Fungicide resistance poses a significant challenge to plant disease management and influences the evolutionary dynamics of fungal pathogens. Besides being important phytopathogens, Monilinia species have become a model for discovering many fundamental questions related to fungal pathosystems. In this study, DMI-propiconazole sensitivity was investigated in view of transposable element (TE) dynamics in M.

Hydrogen Production from Chemical Hydrides via Porous Carbon Particle Composite Catalyst Embedding of Metal Nanoparticles.

Porous carbon particles (PCPs) prepared from sucrose via the hydrothermal method and its modified forms with polyethyleneimine (PEI) as PCP-PEI were used as templates as in situ metal nanoparticles as M@PCP and M@PCP-PEI (M:Co, Ni, or Cu), respectively. The prepared M@PCP and M@PCP-PEI composites were used as catalysts in the hydrolysis of NaBH and NHBH to produce hydrogen (H). The amount of Co nanoparticles within the Co@PCP-PEI structure was steadily increased via multiple loading/reducing cycles, e.

Genotoxic and cytotoxic effects of polystyrene nanoplastics on human lymphocytes: A comprehensive analysis.

A growing amount of plastic waste is finding its way into natural ecosystems as a result of the widespread usage of plastics in modern society. These wastes degrade physically and biologically over time, transforming into microplastics (MPs) and nanoplastics (NPs). MPs and NPs emissions from the terrestrial environment then mix with rivers and eventually the seas, forming garbage.

Life Satisfaction, Perception of Loneliness and Death Anxiety of Older Adults Living in Container Cities After the 2023 Kahramanmaraş Earthquakes.

After the earthquakes in Kahramanmaraş, Turkey, thousands of people started to live in container cities. Determining the life satisfaction levels of older adults living in these cities and investigating the factors that may be effective are of vital importance for individuals. 274 older adults living in container cities in Kahramanmaraş city constituted the sample of this study.

The fate of manuscripts rejected by the Turkish Journal of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.

Objectives: The aim of this study was to evaluate the fate of the articles after they were rejected from the .

Materials And Methods: Between January 2016 and December 2021, rejected manuscripts by the were retrospectively analyzed and whether these rejected articles were published in another journal was identified. For the manuscripts published elsewhere, article type, change in the article name, and the number and order of authors were noted.

Resistance evolution and local adaptation of Venturia inaequalis to old and new generation SDHI fungicides.

The use of succinate dehydrogenase inhibitor (SDHI) fungicides is widespread in controlling apple scab disease caused by Venturia inaequalis. However, resistance in populations develops and new SDHIs are generated commercially, thus evaluating this arms-race in local populations is important for appropriate disease management. In this study, in vitro mycelial growth effects of five commercial fungicides, including old and new generation SDHIs on a large V.

The efficacy of Air Alert plyometric training program on enhancing biomotor skills in adolescent basketball players.

Background: Basketball is an important sport that utilizes a variety of biomotor skills. Diverse training programs are employed to enhance the biomotor attributes and elevate the performance levels of basketball players. Plyometric training (PT) is frequently used to improve athlete performance.

Toxicity Evaluation of Sulfobetainized Branched Polyethyleneimine via Antibacterial and Biocompatibility Assays.

Branched polyethyleneimine (PEI), possessing different types of amines-e.g., primary, secondary, and tertiary-in the polymer chains are well known for their antibacterial properties and DNA condensing ability, affording substantial advantages in many biomedical uses, including gene therapy.

Malaria in Turkey: A comprehensive analysis of diagnosis, treatment, and the impact of COVID-19, ten years after malaria elimination (2012-2023).

Background: The characteristics, diagnosis, and treatment stages of malaria in Turkey in the last ten years are not known except few case reports. We aimed to describe the details of the diagnosis and treatment practices of malaria cases in various hospitals across Turkey between 2012 and 2023 after the declaration of the elimination of malaria.

Methods: We collected the patient data from 30 centers by using Qualtrics Survey Software.

Determining the levels of pelvic floor disorders in women diagnosed with urinary incontinence: a mix-method study.

Introduction: Urinary incontinence (UI) significantly affects women's quality of life and may contribute to pelvic floor disorders. This study aimed to investigate the impact of UI on pelvic floor disorders through a mixed-methods approach.

Methods: A convergent parallel design was employed, integrating quantitative and qualitative data.

A novel approach to glioblastoma multiforme treatment using modulation of key pathways by naturally occurring small molecules.

Glioblastoma multiforme (GBM), the fatal primary brain malignancy in adults, represents significant health challenges, and its eradication has been the ultimate goal of numerous medical investigations. GBM therapy encompasses various interventions, e.g.

Targeting mTOR with curcumin: therapeutic implications for complex diseases.

The mammalian target of rapamycin (mTOR) is a crucial enzyme in regulating multiple signaling pathways in the body, including autophagy, proliferation and apoptosis. Disruption of these mTOR signaling pathways can lead to an array of abnormalities and trigger disease processes, examples being neurodegenerative conditions, cancer, obesity and diabetes. Under conditions of oxidative stress, mTOR can regulate apoptosis and autophagy, with tissue repair being favored under such circumstances.

Unraveling the role of Globularia species in modern medicine based on evidence from photochemistry, traditional uses and biological activities.

Background: Species of the genus Globularia exist in the Mediterranean region spreading upon Macaronesia, northern Europe, and north-eastern Africa. They have valuable biological activities and remarkable phytochemical contents explaining their traditional uses.

Purpose: This study reviews phytochemical, pharmacological progress, clinical trials, and molecular mechanisms of action of Globularia extracts and isolated compounds.

Effect of post-curing parameters and material thickness on the color stability of 3D-printed dental resins: An in vitro study.

Objective: To assess the effect of variations in post-curing temperatures and times on the colour stability of 3D-printed resins used in orthodontics and paediatric dentistry applications and the effect of material thickness on colour properties was also examined.

Methods: The two different disk samples (15.00×1.

Does the 5-Item Modified Frailty Index Predict Adverse Outcomes after Retrograde Intrarenal Surgery? A Case-Control Study by the RIRSearch Group.

We aim to assess whether severely frail patients have an increased risk of complications and worse surgical outcomes after retrograde intrarenal surgery. The data of 340 consecutive patients undergoing retrograde intrarenal surgery to treat upper tract urinary stones were analyzed retrospectively. The 5-item modified frailty index (mFI-5) was used to assess the frailty status.

Machine learning-based survival prediction tool for adrenocortical carcinoma.

Context: Adrenocortical carcinoma (ACC) is a rare, aggressive malignancy with difficult to predict clinical outcomes. The S-GRAS score combines clinical and histopathological variables (tumour stage, grade, resection status, age, and symptoms) and showed good prognostic performance for patients with ACC.

Objective: To improve ACC prognostic classification by applying robust machine learning (ML) models.

Qualitative Investigation of Nurses' Working Conditions After a Major Earthquake in Türkiye.

Aims: We aimed to determine the working conditions and share the experiences of local earthquake-affected nurses and volunteer nurses from other regions in the first days after the Kahramanmaraş earthquakes that took place in Türkiye on February 6, 2023.

Design: A phenomenological approach was adopted in this inductive qualitative study.

Methods: In-depth individual interviews were held between April and May 2023 with a total of 16 nurses who worked in the earthquake-affected areas or were voluntarily assigned from other provinces.

Effects of Drip Irrigations with Different Irrigation Intervals and Levels on Nutritional Traits of Paddy Cultivars.

Rice serves as the primary food source for the majority of the world's population. In terms of irrigation water, the highest volume of irrigation water is utilized in paddy irrigation. Excessive water use causes both waste of limited water resources and various environmental problems.

Investigation of Complementary Feeding Transition Behaviours in Mothers in the Process of Transition to Complementary Feeding: A Cross-Sectional Study.

Background: The transition to complementary feeding directly affects child health. In this period, economic and cultural factors affect the transition to complementary feeding. The aim of this study was to investigate the transition behaviours of mothers with 6-month-old babies who were in the process of transition to complementary feeding.

The Effect of Online Infant Care Education and Postpartum Counseling Based on Meleis's Transition Theory on Mothers' Self-Esteem and Infant Health: A Randomized Controlled Trial.

The aim of this research was to assess the effects of online infant care education and postnatal counseling, based on Meleis's transition theory, on maternal self-esteem and infant health. The randomized controlled trial was conducted between November 2022 and May 2023 with 102 mothers and their infants, n = 52 in the intervention and n = 50 in the control. The intervention group received training across two sessions between 32 and 38 weeks of gestation and counseling support for 3 months postbirth.

A Comprehensive Review of Antinutrients in Plant-Based Foods and Their Key Ingredients.

In recent years, the growing popularity of vegan and vegetarian diets, along with the rising demand for plant-based foods, has led researchers to concentrate on examining the presence and effects of antinutrients. While there are existing literature reviews focusing on antinutritional compounds, particularly on their reduction, this review aims to provide a comprehensive description of antinutrients for producers, food scientists, professionals, legislators and consumers, emphasising the complexity of the subject and the necessity for diverse approaches while identifying aspects that still require further research. Antinutrients, including protease inhibitors, amylase inhibitors, phytic acid, lectins, saponins, tannins, cyanogenic glycosides, oxalic acid, polyphenols, goitrogens and pyrimidine glycosides, are described, encompassing various aspects such as their structural characteristics, analytical detection methods, distribution, physiological impacts and strategies for mitigation or elimination.