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Background And Purpose: Premenstrual syndrome (PMS) affects physical, psychological, and behavioral symptoms in women. Obesity may worsen PMS, but the impact of caloric restriction and aerobic exercise on PMS in obese women is unclear. This study examines their effects on PMS, anthropometric, and hormonal parameters in obese females.

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Herein, a novel nanocomposite (carbonized chitosan-zinc oxide-magnetite, CCZF) was developed to effectively remove toxic elements in water remediation. Combining the high adsorption capacities of chitosan with the magnetic properties of magnetite and the chemical stability of zinc oxide, the combination of these unique properties makes it an efficient and versatile material that offers a sustainable solution for water purification. The (CCZF) nanocomposite was synthesized through the coprecipitation method and characterized using various techniques, including scanning electron microscopy (SEM), transmission electron microscopy (TEM), Brunauer-Emmett-Teller (BET) analysis, X-ray diffraction (XRD), Fourier transform infrared (FTIR) spectroscopy, and zeta potential analysis.

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Competing endogenous RNAs network and therapeutic implications: New horizons in disease research.

Biochim Biophys Acta Gene Regul Mech

December 2024

Biochemistry Department, Faculty of Pharmacy, Tanta University, 31527, Egypt. Electronic address:

Different diseases may arise from the dysregulation of non-coding RNAs (ncRNAs), which regulation is necessary for maintaining cellular homeostasis. ncRNAs are regulated by transcriptional, post-transcriptional, translational and post-translational processes. Post-transcriptional regulation of gene expression is carried out by microRNAs (miRNAs), a class of small ncRNA molecules, which can identify their target sites by a brief nucleotide sequence, known as the miRNA response element (MRE), present on the miRNA seed sequence and the target transcript.

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  • * Focus groups comprised of educators and practitioners shared insights on integrating VDS at different stages of dental training, using the Simodont® Dental Trainer system for curriculum design.
  • * Recommendations include introducing VDS for manual dexterity in the first year, cariology in the second, and crown preparation in the third, while allowing flexibility for each institution to customize the approach to suit their needs.
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Lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTSs) related to benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) are common in older men, and alpha-adrenoceptor blockers continue to be a key part of managing these symptoms. This study aimed to formulate injectable poly (lactic-co-glycolic acid) (PLGA) in situ-forming implants (ISFIs) loaded with silodosin (SLD) to address symptoms associated with BPH. This method, which ensures prolonged therapeutic effects of SLD, is intended to decrease dosing frequency and improve treatment outcomes, leading to better patient adherence.

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Managing white spot lesions (WSLs) remains a challenging issue that has yet to be fully resolved. WSLs are areas of demineralized enamel that most commonly occur following orthodontic treatments. They can potentially lead to enamel caries and are also esthetically undesirable.

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The rapid increase in renewable energy integration and electric vehicle (EV) adoption creates significant challenges for the stability and efficiency of power distribution networks. This study addresses the need for optimized placement and sizing of Electric Vehicle Charging Stations (EVCSs), photovoltaic (PV) systems, and Distribution Static Compensators (DSTATCOMs) to enhance grid performance. The motivation for this work arises from the fluctuating nature of renewable energy generation and the unpredictable demands of EV charging, which strain existing infrastructure.

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  • - A new series of 4,6-diaryl-pyrimidines was created as potential cancer treatments that specifically target EGFR and VEGFR-2 pathways.
  • - Among the synthesized compounds, two were found to be particularly effective, showing GI values of 22 and 24 nM, while also acting as dual inhibitors and promoting apoptosis in cancer cells.
  • - The promising results included lower cell migration rates and superior docking scores compared to established drugs, suggesting these new compounds have great potential for further development in cancer therapy.
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The role of ABCG2 in health and disease: Linking cancer therapy resistance and other disorders.

Life Sci

January 2025

Tanta University, Faculty of Pharmacy, Department of Biochemistry, Tanta Postal Code: 31527, Egypt. Electronic address:

All biological systems have adenosine triphosphate (ATP) binding cassette (ABC) transporters, one of the significant protein superfamilies involved in transport across membranes. ABC transporters have been implicated in the etiology of diseases like metabolic disorders, cancer, and Alzheimer's disease. ATP-binding cassette superfamily G member 2 (ABCG2), one of the ABC transporters, is necessary for the ATP-dependent efflux of several endogenous and exogenous substances.

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Molecular modeling analyses of functionalized cellulose.

Sci Rep

November 2024

Nanotechnology Research Centre (NTRC), The British University in Egypt (BUE), Suez Desert Road, El-Sherouk City, Cairo, 11837, Egypt.

Functionalization of cellulose with nanomaterials and functional groups is essential for enhancing its properties for specific applications, such as flexible sensors and printed electronics. This study employs Hartree Fock (HF) and Density Functional Theory (DFT) calculations to investigate the vibrational spectra of cellulose, identifying DFT: B3LYP/3-21 g** as the optimal model aligning with experimental spectra. Using this model, we examined the impact of functionalizing cellulose with various groups (OH, NH, COOH, CH, CHO, CN, SH) and graphene oxide (GO) on its electronic properties.

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: To assess the cytocompatibility, antibacterial and anti-biofilm efficacy of grape seed extract (GSE) and quercetin hydrogels versus calcium hydroxide (CH) as intracanal medications (ICMs) against an endodontic ex vivo biofilm model. : Single-rooted teeth ( = 50) were prepared and sterilized before being infected with to develop a mature biofilm. They were divided into five equal groups according to the ICM used: G1: medicated with CH paste, G2: medicated with GSE hydrogel, G3: medicated with quercetin hydrogel, G4: positive control group that was infected and not medicated, and G5: negative control group that was neither infected nor medicated.

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The Effect of Different Separated File Retrieval Strategies on the Biomechanical Behavior of a Mandibular Molar: A Finite Element Analysis Study.

J Endod

October 2024

Department of Conservative Dentistry, Pusan National University School of Dentistry, Dental Research Institute, Dental and Life Science Institute, Yangsan, Korea. Electronic address:

Introduction: This study evaluated the effects of retrieval strategies of separated nickel-titanium files on the biomechanical behavior of endodontically treated teeth by finite element analysis.

Methods: Six FE models were created: intact tooth; simulated a scenario where the apical 3 mm of a nickel-titanium file is separated and retained; TD, simulated application of a trephine drill to expose 1 mm of the separated file; simulated troughing of 180° at the inner wall of root canal for an extra 1 mm of the separated file beyond the staging platform; simulated circumferential ultrasonic troughing done for an extra 1 mm after the TD; and PM, simulated iatrogenic perforation sealed using mineral trioxide aggregate. Occlusal loading followed the occlusal fingerprint of the tooth before maximum von Mises stresses, maximum principal stresses, safety factor, and number of cycles till failure were determined.

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Adherence to Oral Hormonal Treatment among Breast Cancer Patients in Egypt.

Asian Pac J Cancer Prev

October 2024

Clinical Pharmacy Practice Department, School of life and Medical Sciences, University of Hertfordshire, hosted by Global Academic Foundation. Plot Code No 6, R5, New Administrative Capital, Cairo, Egypt.

Background: Adjuvant endocrine therapy has been shown to improve treatment outcomes in breast cancer patients. However, not all patients can complete their scheduled treatment protocols. The purpose of this study was to evaluate the adherence to oral hormonal therapy among Egyptian breast cancer patients.

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Objectives: This 2-part randomized parallel triple-blind clinical trial adopts a unique model assessing clinically-set hydraulic calcium silicate-based sealers (HCSBS) after different root canal dryness protocols and obturation techniques.

Methods: For the first phase of the study, 24 teeth scheduled for orthodontic extractions were allocated into four groups according to the canal dryness protocol and the obturation technique. G1 (CLC-AHP): cold lateral compaction (CLC) with AH Plus sealer, G2 (CLC-ES-SD): CLC with Endosequence (ES) after standard canal(s) dryness (SD); G3 (SC-ES-SD): matching single-cone (SC) with ES after SD; G4 (SC-ES-PD): as G3 but after partial canal(s) dryness (PD).

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Breast cancer is the most prevalent type of cancer among women worldwide. Non-coding RNAs play a fundamental role in regulating the expression of different genes. MicroRNAs (miRNAs) are known to bind to mRNA and either induce its degradation or repress its translation.

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Overlooked Ionic Contribution of a Chiral Dopant in Cholesteric Liquid Crystals.

Materials (Basel)

October 2024

Institute of Imaging and Biomedical Photonics, College of Photonics, National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University, Guiren District, Tainan 711010, Taiwan.

This study focuses on the ionic contribution by a chiral dopant added into a nematic host for preparing cholesteric liquid crystals (CLCs). Chiral structures were designated by individually incorporating two enantiomers, R5011 and S5011, into the nematic E44 to construct right- and left-handed CLCs, respectively. Characterized by the space-charge polarization, the dielectric spectra of the CLCs were investigated in the low-frequency regime, where   ≤  1 kHz.

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  • Water scarcity is a global challenge, and this study investigates using ductile cast iron (DCI) solid waste as an effective adsorbent for phosphate ions, contributing to sustainable water remediation.
  • The solid waste was analyzed through various techniques, and experiments showed that optimal conditions for phosphate ion removal achieved up to 98.9% efficiency at specific concentrations and parameters.
  • The adsorption process was found to be spontaneous and endothermic based on kinetic and thermodynamic analyses, with a maximum adsorption capacity of 0.28 mg/g.
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Purpose: The present study aims to investigate the prevalence and severity of taste impairment among post-coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) hemodialysis patients in a sample of the Egyptian population.

Methods: This study was conducted on 272 post-COVID-19 subjects, of whom 136 were hemodialysis patients and 136 were healthy controls. History taking, clinical examination, and assessment of altered taste score, tongue coating index, salivary flow rate, and salivary pH were performed.

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  • - The study aimed to assess how common Sjögren's syndrome (SS) is in the Egyptian population and identify related factors among participants across various hospitals in Egypt.
  • - Among 7960 individuals screened, 64 were found with SS, with a higher occurrence in women, particularly in their 50s and 60s, and common symptoms included dry mouth and dry eyes.
  • - The research revealed SS is not uncommon in Egypt, highlighting the need for increased awareness among patients and healthcare providers about the condition.
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  • Tongkat Ali is a special herbal medicine known for helping with sexual health and is sold in many products around the world.
  • This study looked at the different chemicals in Tongkat Ali products compared to the real root, and how its extract helps protect against damage caused by a medicine (5FU) in male rats.
  • The results showed that Tongkat Ali can improve sperm quality and levels of important hormones while also reducing harmful substances in the body.
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Performance of Ag-doped CuO nanoparticles for photocatalytic activity applications: Synthesis, characterization, and antimicrobial activity.

Discov Nano

October 2024

Laboratory of Nano-Smart Materials for Science and Technology (LNSMST), Department of Physics, Faculty of Science, King Khalid University, PO Box 9004, 61413, Abha, Saudi Arabia.

The auto-combustion method synthesized CuO NPs and Ag/CuO NPs. The Ag/CuO NPs were analyzed using Fourier-transform infrared, X-ray diffraction, scanning electron microscope, and Energy-dispersive X-ray spectroscopy instrumental analyses. The energy band gap, as determined by DRS properties, decreases from 3.

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Antibiotic resistance is currently becoming a more serious threat to global health, especially in severe nosocomial infections treatment by multidrug-resistant bacteria. This research provides a new way of synergizing green-synthesis for zinc oxide quantum dots (ZnO-QDs with hexagonal crystals) that are 7 nm in diameter and zero-valent Ag cubic crystals that are 67 nm in size embedded with nitazoxanide substrate (NAZ). Instrumental characterization like SEM, TEM, EDAX, and FT-IR and comprehensive antimicrobial studies were conducted to study the incorporation behavior of composites based on Ag NPs/ZnO QDs/NAZ.

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