Geographical variation in antimicrobial resistant Salmonella Schwarzengrund from chicken meat in Japan.

Chicken meat is a major source of foodborne salmonellosis. In Japan, fluoroquinolones and third-generation cephalosporins are the first- and second-choice treatments for Salmonella gastroenteritis, respectively. We investigated the prevalence and antimicrobial resistance of Salmonella in 154 chicken meat products from Hokkaido (42), Tohoku (45), Kanto (5), and Kyushu (62), Japan.

Exercise capacity and the psychosocial effect in preterm born infants - Should we do more?

Physical activity is crucial for children's physical, cognitive, and social development, reducing the risk of non-communicable diseases and improving overall well-being. A major legacy of extremely preterm delivery is respiratory limitation with reduced lung function and decreased exercise capacity which can be further exacerbated by inactivity and deconditioning. Strategies to increase incidental physical activities in early childhood and participation in sport and more formal exercise programmes in middle childhood have the potential to optimize cardiopulmonary function, improve quality of life, and foster social interactions in childhood and beyond, thereby providing benefits that extend far beyond the physical domain.

Combined Impact of Canada Goldenrod Invasion and Soil Microplastic Contamination on Seed Germination and Root Development of Wheat: Evaluating the Legacy of Toxicity.

The concurrent environmental challenges of invasive species and soil microplastic contamination increasingly affect agricultural ecosystems, yet their combined effects remain underexplored. This study investigates the interactive impact of the legacy effects of Canada goldenrod ( L.) invasion and soil microplastic contamination on wheat ( L.

Validation and Analysis of Recreational Runners' Kinematics Obtained from a Sacral IMU.

Our aim was to validate a sacral-mounted inertial measurement unit (IMU) for reconstructing running kinematics and comparing movement patterns within and between runners. IMU data were processed using Kalman and complementary filters separately. RMSE and Bland-Altman analysis assessed the validity of each filtering method against a motion capture system.

Genomic and Metabolomic Analyses of with Enhanced ε-Poly-l-lysine Production Through Adaptive Laboratory Evolution.

ε-poly-l-lysine (ε-PL), a natural food preservative, has garnered widespread attention. It is mainly produced by , but the production by wild-type strains fails to meet the demands of industrialization. To address this issue, adaptive laboratory evolution (ALE) was successfully employed in this study, subjecting CICC 11022 to environmental stresses such as acidic pH and antibiotics (rifampicin, gentamicin, and streptomycin).

A Quantitative Examination and Comparison of the Ability of Australian Gentamicin Dosing Guidelines to Achieve Target Therapeutic Concentrations in Neonates.

Effective gentamicin dosing is crucial to the survival of neonates with suspected sepsis but requires a careful balance between attaining both effective peak and safe trough concentrations. We aimed to systematically compare existing gentamicin dosing guidelines for neonates in Australia to determine the extent to which they reach therapeutic targets. Simulations of a single gentamicin dose to a virtual representative neonatal population according to each Australian guideline were performed using population pharmacokinetic modelling.

Glucose Supplementation Enhances the Bactericidal Effect of Penicillin and Gentamicin on Persisters.

: is a leading cause of infective endocarditis (IE), which causes diverse clinical symptoms and even death. Recurrence after treatment is a crucial problem in IE, possibly caused by the presence of "persister" cells, a small bacterial population that can survive antimicrobials. In this study, the residual risk for penicillin G (PCG) and gentamicin (GM), used for treating IE, to induce persisters, was investigated.

A new approach for assessing the radioecological risk associated with the legacy discharge of oil derived natural radioactivity in the UK North Sea.

Although oil and gas (O&G) derived produced waters and drill cuttings are known to contain enhanced levels of naturally occurring radium-228 (Ra) and radium-226 (Ra), most relevant ecological impact assessments have excluded radiological hazards and focus on other important contaminants, such as hydrocarbons and metals. Also, due to restricted access to the delimiting safety zone around operational O&G platforms, the few previous radioecological risk assessment studies have been conducted using seawater samples collected far from the main discharge point and applying default dilution and transfer factors to estimate concentrations of contaminants in biota. In this case study, sediment cores were collected close to a former O&G platform, Northwest Hutton (NWH), that used to be in the UK North Sea (61.

Occurrence and cross contamination of Escherichia albertii in retail chicken outlets in Bangladesh.

Escherichia albertii is an emerging zoonotic pathogen linked to human gastrointestinal illnesses, with poultry meats being considered as a key source of human infections. However, there is little information regarding the distribution and characteristics of this bacterium in Bangladesh. This study investigated the occurrence, antimicrobial resistance, and virulence of E.

A Non-Equilibrium Species Distribution Model Reveals Unprecedented Depth of Time Lag Responses to Past Environmental Change Trajectories.

Previous studies have demonstrated legacy effects of current species distributions to past environmental conditions, but the temporal extent of such time lag dynamics remains unknown. Here, we have developed a non-equilibrium Species Distribution Modelling (SDM) approach quantifying the temporal extent that must be taken into account to capture 95% of the effect that a given time series of past environmental conditions has on the current distribution of a species. We applied this approach on the distribution of 92 European forest birds in response to past trajectories of change in forest cover and climate.

Forecasting the development of antimicrobial resistance of .

Unlabelled: Today, about 15.0% of odontogenic pathology is caused by (). The aim of the study was to predict the development of antimicrobial resistance of based on retrospective data.

William Budd: Revolutionizing Epidemiology and Public Health in the 19th Century.

William Budd (1811-1880) was a pioneering British physician whose work on infectious diseases, particularly typhoid fever, significantly advanced the understanding of epidemiology and public health in the 19th century. This review examines Budd's life, medical career, and groundbreaking contributions to the study of infectious diseases, focusing on his influential research into the transmission of typhoid fever, advocacy for public health reforms, and lasting legacy in epidemiology. Through meticulous research and innovative thinking, Budd laid the groundwork for modern approaches to disease control and prevention, cementing his place as a key figure in medical history.

The Life and Work of Prof. Dr. Antapur Venkoba Rao: The Enduring Legacy of an Innovative Mind.

Dr. Antapur Venkoba Rao, born on August 20, 1927, in Andhra Pradesh, was a pioneering figure in Indian psychiatry, often recognized as the "Father of Indian Psychiatry" and the "Father of Geriatric Mental Health." His exceptional academic achievements led him to specialize in psychiatry, where he made substantial contributions, particularly in the study of depressive disorders.

Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS) Exposure in the U.S. Population: NHANES 1999-March 2020.

Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), also known as "forever chemicals" because of their persistence in the environment, have been used in many commercial applications since the 1940s. Of late, the detection of PFAS in drinking water throughout the United States has raised public and scientific concerns. To understand PFAS exposure trends in the general U.

Maternal exposure to legacy PFAS compounds PFOA and PFOS is associated with disrupted cytokine homeostasis in neonates: The Upstate KIDS study (2008-2010).

There is growing concern that exposure to per/polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), persistent chemicals used widely to make consumer products water- or grease-proof, may alter immune function, leading to reduced vaccine response or greater susceptibility to infections. We investigated associations between two legacy PFAS (PFOA and PFOS) and infant cytokine levels measured in newborn dried bloodspots (NDBS) from a large population-based birth cohort in Upstate New York, to determine whether exposure to legacy PFAS is associated with variability in cytokine profiles in newborns. We performed adjusted mixed effects regressions for each cytokine against PFOS and PFOA followed by exploratory factor analysis (EFA) on specific cytokine subsets selected via the prior regressions.

Citizen of science.

Floyd Bloom, who died on 8 January, was a towering figure in both neuroscience and the scientific community as a whole. As Editor-in-Chief of from 1995 to 2000, he presided over a transformative period in which the journal embraced the digital age, expanding its reach and impact while advocating for open access and the sharing of data. His groundbreaking contributions to neuropharmacology and the understanding of neurotransmitters were only part of his legacy.

Arthur (Andy) M. Horne (1942-2024).

Memorializes Arthur (Andy) M. Horne (1942-2024), esteemed counseling psychologist, lauded for his contributions to group counseling, bullying prevention, violence reduction, and prevention. Andy served the University of Georgia in the Department of Counseling and Human Development Services from 1989 to 2012 as training director, department chair, distinguished research professor, and dean (2008-2012).

Phenotypic and genotypic characterization of antimicrobial resistance and virulence profiles of serotypes isolated from necropsied horses in Kentucky.

Unlabelled: is a foodborne pathogen that poses a significant threat to global public health. It affects several animal species, including horses. infections in horses can be either asymptomatic or cause severe clinical illness.

Impact of Short-Chain Perfluoropropylene Oxide Acids on Biochemical and Behavioural Parameters in (Savigny, 1826).

Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are a class of persistent organic pollutants that pose a growing threat to environmental and human health. Soil acts as a long-term reservoir for PFAS, potentially impacting soil biodiversity and ecosystem function. Earthworms, as keystone species in soil ecosystems, are particularly vulnerable to PFAS exposure.

Legacy and Leadership: Celebrating the Contributions of Six Visionary Presidents of the World Society for Pediatric and Congenital Heart Surgery.

Leadership in pediatric and congenital heart surgery requires a distinctive blend of clinical mastery, scientific innovation, and an unwavering commitment to education and mentorship. The individuals who rise to the top of this demanding field exhibit not only surgical prowess but also the ability to foster progress through impactful research, publications, and training the next generation of surgeons. These qualities are exemplified by the six past presidents of the (WSPCHS), whose leadership has been instrumental in advancing both the Society and the broader field of pediatric cardiac care.

Young people's experiences of informal kinship care in Luwero, Uganda.

There is strong evidence that outside parental care, informal kinship care is the most practiced, sustainable and affordable form of childcare in SSA (sub-Saharan Africa). As a longstanding cultural tradition, informal kinship care embraces childcare as the responsibility of all extended family members, and often the wider community. However, over the past decades, informal kinship care has become gradually strained by political, economic and social conditions, such as: legacies of colonialism, increasing levels of poverty and inequality, instability, or infectious diseases.

Environmental Historical Geographies.

Environmental historical geography is a diverse, dynamic and active subfield with close connections to environmental history. Here, I examine developments in three overarching and overlapping themes within the subfield: environmental reconstruction, environmental knowledges and discourses, and environmental impacts and interventions. For each area, I highlight recent approaches to, and applications of, environmental historical geography.

The Transition to Kindergarten for Hispanic and Latine Autistic Children: A Focus Group Study with Caregivers.

Purpose: Past research highlights the different facilitators and barriers that caregivers of children on the autism spectrum experience during the transition to kindergarten and when navigating special education services. Caregivers who identify as Hispanic and/or Latine may face distinct challenges during this process, such as language differences, differences in understanding autism and special education, and barriers to advocating for their child. Hispanic and Latine caregivers also have strengths, resources, and strategies (i.