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Fungi are among the most diverse and ecologically important kingdoms in life. However, the distributional ranges of fungi remain largely unknown as do the ecological mechanisms that shape their distributions. To provide an integrated view of the spatial and seasonal dynamics of fungi, we implemented a globally distributed standardized aerial sampling of fungal spores.

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Objective: This purpose of this study is to evaluate the effects of the Mind Space Application on psychological outcomes among Thai-university students with depression.

Method: Thai-university students with depression (N = 50) were recruited between November 2021 and January 2022. Participants were randomly assigned to either an 8-week mindfulness-based intervention via the Mind Space Application intervention or a waitlist control group.

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Background: Blastocystis is a unicellular eukaryote commonly found in the intestinal tract of humans and other animals. The prevalence of Blastocystis has been investigated in both developed and developing countries, yet its occurrence and distribution in rural locations has been less studied. Herein, we aimed to examine the distribution of Blastocystis colonization in Thai adults representing background populations along a rural/peri-urban gradient, as well as associations between colonization and personal characteristics.

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Complete genome sequences of paired isogenic isolated from a Thai pediatric patient with a urinary tract infection.

Microbiol Resour Announc

August 2024

Siriraj Long-read Lab, Division of Medical Bioinformatics, Research Department, Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, Bangkok, Thailand.

is the causative agent of melioidosis, the disease endemic in Southeast Asia and northern Australia. We report complete genome sequences of paired isogenic isolated from a 12-year-old Thai male presenting with acute urinary tract infection before (SCBP001) and after (SCBP007) a decrease in susceptibility to ceftazidime.

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Background: Vascular intestinal disorder (VID) is a condition with a low incidence, but a high mortality risk. The increasing prevalence of substance abuse and metabolic syndrome among young individuals could impact the burden of VID. This study aimed to evaluate the impact of VID on young individuals.

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Introduction: Reflections enable students to gain additional value from a given experience. The use of Chat Generative Pre-training Transformer (ChatGPT, OpenAI Incorporated) has gained momentum, but its impact on dental education is understudied.

Objectives: To assess whether or not university instructors can differentiate reflections generated by ChatGPT from those generated by students, and to assess whether or not the content of a thematic analysis generated by ChatGPT differs from that generated by qualitative researchers on the same reflections.

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Edible mushrooms, both wild and cultivated, can be seen as healthy functional food. More and more valuable compounds are obtained from mycelia of macromycetes. However, there was limited report about the medicinal fungus Laetiporus versisporus (Lloyd) Imazeki.

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The AT-rich interacting domain-containing protein 1A (ARID1A) is a tumor suppressor gene that has been implicated in several cancers, including colorectal cancer (CRC). The present study used a proteomic approach to elucidate the molecular mechanisms of ARID1A in CRC carcinogenesis. Stable ARID1A-overexpressing SW48 colon cancer cells were established using lentivirus transduction and the successful overexpression of ARID1A was confirmed by western blotting.

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Camellia Oleifera oil-loaded chitosan nanoparticles embedded in hydrogels as cosmeceutical products with improved biological properties and sustained drug release.

Int J Biol Macromol

August 2024

School of Science, Mae Fah Luang University, Tasud, Muang, Chiang Rai 57100, Thailand; Center for Chemical Innovation for Sustainability (CIS), Mae Fah Luang University, Tasud, Muang, Chiang Rai 57100, Thailand. Electronic address:

Hydrogels based on poly(vinyl alcohol), silk sericin, and gelatin containing Camellia oleifera oil (CO)-loaded chitosan nanoparticles (CSNPs) were fabricated. The loading of CO into CSNPs was achieved by a two-step procedure, which included an oil-in-water emulsion and an ionic gelation method. SEM images of CO-loaded CSNPs illustrated the spherical shape with aggregation of the nanoparticles.

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Stressful situations lead to change in or damage to the central nervous system, the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal axis, and autonomic function. Techniques for reducing stress such as yoga and mindfulness meditation have been reported to improve emotional regulation and mindfulness skill, as well as stress response. Mindfulness skill relies on intense focus to quiet the mind and bring concentration to the present moment.

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Current and novel therapies for management of -associated pneumonia.

Crit Rev Microbiol

July 2024

Department of Microbiology, Faculty of Medicine, Chulalongkorn University, King Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital, Thai Red Cross Society, Bangkok, Thailand.

Article Synopsis
  • A common pathogen linked to hospital-acquired pneumonia shows increasing resistance to key antibiotics, highlighting the need for new treatment options.
  • The review examines both current and innovative therapeutic strategies, including antibiotic combination therapies which have yielded mixed results in studies.
  • It also discusses emerging therapies like antimicrobial peptides, bacteriophage-based treatments, and nanoparticle therapies, emphasizing the need for further research to ensure their safety and effectiveness before being used clinically.
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Chytrids, often overshadowed by their other fungal counterparts, take center stage as we unravel the mysteries surrounding new species within Rhizophydiales and explore their unique characteristics. In the broader spectrum of chytrids, their significance lies not only in their roles as decomposers but also as key players in nutrient cycling within aquatic ecosystems as parasites and saprobes. Baited soil and aquatic samples collected from various provinces of Thailand, yielded new species of the Rhizophydiales (Chytridiomycota), some of which expanded previously single species genera.

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Mycelium-based green composites (MBCs) represent an eco-friendly material innovation with vast potential across diverse applications. This paper provides a thorough review of the factors influencing the production and properties of MBCs, with a particular focus on interdisciplinary collaboration and long-term sustainability goals. It delves into critical aspects such as fungal species selection, substrate type selection, substrate preparation, optimal conditions, dehydrating methods, post-processing techniques, mold design, sterilization processes, cost comparison, key recommendations, and other necessary factors.

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As the most abundant animal in the soil, nematodes are directly or indirectly involved in almost all soil ecological processes. Studying soil nematode population regulation is essential to understanding soil ecological processes. This study found urea combines nematode-trapping fungi to regulate the population of soil nematodes.

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Introduction: Neonatal mortality is a significant public health problem in Sub-Saharan Africa, particularly in Somalia, where limited data exists about this. Mogadishu, the densely populated capital, faces a high rate of neonatal mortality, but this has not been widely studied on a national level. Healthcare providers and policymakers are working to reduce newborn deaths, but a comprehensive understanding of the contributing factors is crucial for effective strategies.

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Rubber trees emit a range of volatile organic compounds (VOCs), including isoprene, monoterpenes, and sesquiterpenes, as part of their natural metabolism. These VOCs can significantly influence air quality through photochemical reactions that produce ozone and secondary organic aerosols (SOAs). This study examines the impact of VOCs detected in a rubber tree plantation in Northeastern Thailand on air quality, highlighting their role in atmospheric reactions that lead to the formation of ozone and SOAs.

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The complete mitochondrial genome of enigmatic mycoparasitic fungus .

Mitochondrial DNA B Resour

June 2024

Center of Excellence in Fungal Research, Mae Fah Luang University, Mueang Chiang Rai, Thailand.

The complete mitochondrial genome of I. Saar, is unveiled in this research for the first time. It covers 76,643 base pairs (bp) and exhibits a guanine-cytosine (GC) content of 23%.

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species are a group of helicosporous hyphomycetes with the potential to produce secondary metabolites. During our investigation of helicosporous fungi, six collections were isolated from both terrestrial and freshwater habitats in Guizhou Province, China. Based on multigene phylogenetic analysis (ITS, LSU, and ), coupled with morphological data, three new species, viz.

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Distance-based integration method for human skin type identification.

Comput Biol Med

August 2024

Sustainability and Entrepreneurship Research Center, School of Management, Mae Fah Luang University, Chiang Rai, 57100, Thailand. Electronic address:

Although identifying human skin types is essential in dermatology, cosmetology, and facial recognition, the classification of human skin types is challenging due to the complex nature, varied characteristics, and the influence of external factors. Traditional methods for skin type identification often rely on subjective assessments, leading to inconsistent and inaccurate results. Therefore, this paper proposes a novel method named a distance-based integration method to identify skin types based on the Fitzpatrick skin scale, also known as the Fitzpatrick skin type.

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Enterocytozoon bieneusi is a common cause of human microsporidiosis and can infect a variety of animal hosts worldwide. In Thailand, previous studies have shown that this parasite is common in domestic animals. However, information on the prevalence and genotypes of this parasite in other synanthropic wildlife, including bats, remains limited.

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Butterfly pea is a natural color source used in food and dessert. This study optimized ultrasound-assisted extraction with ethanol for pigments from butterfly pea flowers (BPF) using a Box-Behnken method. Key factors explored were solid-to-solvent ratio, ultrasound extraction time, and ethanol concentration.

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Introduction: Organic molecules that bind to cannabinoid receptors are known as cannabinoids. These molecules possess pharmacological properties similar to those produced by Cannabis sativa L. High-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC) and ultra-performance liquid chromatography (UPLC, also known as ultra-high-performance liquid chromatography, UHPLC) have become the most widely used analytical tools for detection and quantification of phytocannabinoids in various matrices.

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Approaches aiming to recover proteins without denaturation represent attractive strategies. To accomplish this, a membrane lysis agent based on poly(styrene--maleic acid) or PSMA was synthesized by photopolymerization using Irgacure® 2959 and carbon tetrabromide (CBr) as a radical initiator and a reversible chain transfer agent, respectively. Structural elucidation of our in-house synthesized PSMA, so-called photo-PSMA, was performed by using NMR spectroscopy.

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Article Synopsis
  • * Data from the Global Burden of Disease study revealed that in 2019 there were significant increases in ALD prevalence and incidence, particularly among the older age group (25-29), with varying trends across different regions.
  • * The findings suggest a growing public health concern regarding ALD in younger populations, highlighting the need for policies to reduce alcohol consumption and prevent disease.
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