Whole-Genome Sequencing of Antimicrobial Resistant , a Novel Sequence Type 5655 from Retail Fish Market, Assam, India.

is a recently described species that can be differentiated from . However, in clinical settings, they are frequently misidentified as . In this study, our objective was to conduct genomic characterization and bioinformatics analysis of subsp.

Embryonic Flubendiamide Exposure Alters Expression of OTX2 and Other Early Regulators in Domestic Chick Leading to Congenital Eye Defects.

Flubendiamide, a phthalic acid diamide insecticide, has been implicated in potential teratogenic effects on non-target organisms, especially during embryonic development. This study examines the impact of flubendiamide on eye development in chick embryos, a well-established model for vertebrate development. Exposure to 0.

Luminescent Tb/Sm co-doped hydroxyapatite nanoparticles as an imaging probe in N2a cells.

This work reports the synthesis of hydroxyapatite (HAp) nanoparticles co-doped with trivalent terbium (Tb) and samarium (Sm) ions by a surfactant free chemical precipitation method. Co-doping enables to combine the optical properties of Tb and Sm ions. Characterization techniques like X-Ray diffraction (XRD), transmission electron microscopy (TEM), Fourier transform infrared (FTIR) spectroscopy, inductively coupled plasma-optical emission spectroscopy (ICP-OES), energy dispersive X-ray spectroscopy (EDX) were used to determine the crystalline and structural properties.

Embryonic exposure to flubendiamide induces hepatotoxicity in domestic chicks by altering drug-metabolizing enzymes, antioxidant status, and liver function.

Pesticides have increased crop yield but severely impacted ecosystems and non-target organisms. Flubendiamide, a new generation pesticide, targets insect larvae but also affects non-target organisms. This study examines the effects of lowest observed effect concentration of technical grade flubendiamide (0.

Concentration-dependent luminescence characterization of terbium-doped strontium aluminate nanophosphors.

The present investigation describes the synthesis of luminescent terbium-doped strontium aluminate nanoparticles emitting bright green light, which were synthesized through a solid-state reaction method assisted by microwave radiation. Various samples containing different concentrations of Tb were synthesized, and an analysis of their structural and morphological features was conducted using powder x-ray diffraction, Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy and field emission scanning electron microscopy. The band gaps of the samples were determined utilizing the Kubelka-Munk method.

Green synthesized Cu-doped CeOnanoparticles for Congo red dye adsorption and antibacterial action.

The removal of pollutants from water bodies is crucial for the well-being of humanity and is a topic of global research. Researchers have turned their attention to green synthesized nanoparticles for wastewater treatment due to their eco-friendly nature, biocompatibility, and cost-effectiveness. This work demonstrates the efficient removal of organic dye and both gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria from water bodies using copper-doped cerium oxide nanoparticles synthesized withextract.

Bluish-white Light-emitting 2D Sheets of Lead-free Perovskite Cesium Titanium Bromide (CsTiBr) by a Two-stage Deposition Technique.

Bluish-white light-emitting materials are commonly used in LED lighting because they produce natural-looking light. Here we report the photoluminescent emission (PL) of novel, two-dimensional lead-free CsTiBr perovskite prepared via a two-stage deposition process. The formation of two-dimensional nanosheets of CsTiBr perovskite is confirmed by XRD, EDAX, and FESEM analysis.

Synthesis and Characterisation of SrAlO: Eu Orange-Red Emitting Nanoparticles.

The current study involves the synthesis and characterisation of europium doped strontium aluminate nanophosphors using the solid-state reaction method with varying concentrations of europium. The existence of the SrAlO phase in all samples was verified using X-ray diffraction and FTIR analysis. The lattice parameters as well as phase fractions were determined using Rietveld refinement.

Photonic crystal cavity-mediated improved absorptive nonlinearity of C-4-hydroxy-3-methoxphenilcalix[4]resorcinarene.

The insertion of a nonlinear material at the photonic crystal cavity leads to a strong interaction between localized photonic modes and the introduced material's electronic state, leading to exceptionally improved nonlinear optical properties at low input power. We report the enhanced nonlinear absorption and optical limiting properties of C-4-hydroxy-3-methoxphenilcalix[4]resorcinarene (CHMPCR) in a one-dimensional polymeric photonic crystal cavity. Open aperture z-scan measurements with a nanosecond pulsed laser beam having a repetition rate of 10 Hz at 532 nm from a polymeric-based microcavity demonstrate a 4.

Anti-inflammatory activity of endophytic bacterial isolates from Emilia sonchifolia (Linn.) DC.

Ethnopharmacological Relevance: In the traditional medicine system, plants have been utilized as a rich source of anti-microbial, anti-inflammatory, anti-cancer, anti-viral and anti-oxidant compounds. The biological properties of plant-based drugs depend on their interaction with endophytes which persist as an important provider of bioactive secondary metabolites. Bacterial endophytes secrete anti-inflammatory molecules whose activity can be the base for the anti-inflammatory property of the plant.

Noninvasive and Noncontact Sequential Imaging of the Iridocorneal Angle and the Cornea of the Eye.

Purpose: High-resolution imaging of the critical anatomic structures of the eye, especially of the anterior chamber, in vivo, remains a challenge, even with currently available state-of-the-art medical imaging techniques. This study aims for the noninvasive and noncontact sequential imaging of the iridocorneal angle, especially the trabecular meshwork (TM) and the cornea of the eye in high-resolution using a newly developed imaging platform.

Methods: Bessel beam scanned light sheet fluorescence microscopy is used to attain high-resolution images of the TM.

Design and development of portable handheld multimodal spectroscopic probe system for skin tissue analysis.

The potential of optical spectroscopic techniques such as diffused reflectance and fluorescence as non-invasive, in vivo diagnostic tools is being explored and validated recently. In this paper, we present the design and development of a handheld, portable, multimodal fiber optic based probe scheme to sequentially measure diffuse reflectance and fluorescence. The proposed prototype is designed to sequentially acquire diffused reflectance in the broad wavelength range of 400 nm-1600 nm and fluorescence using custom-chosen spectrophotometers, monochromatic and broadband light sources, fibers to accommodate a wide wavelength range, custom-built probe distal end, and a real-time spectral stitching and display unit.

Influence of p-n junction mechanism and alumina overlayer on the photocatalytic performance of TiO nanotubes.

Modified hybrid structures of TiO nanotubes (TONT), p-Al doped TONT/n-TONT with an additional overlayer of alumina, are constructed to achieve 99.57% photodegradation of the stable organic pollutant methylene blue (MB) within 180 min, a degradation rate 17 times higher than pure TONTs. The anodization at three different temperatures 2, 28 and 40 °C followed by impregnation of Al is used for their preparation.

Effect of Dopant Precursor Solutions on the Structural and Optical Properties of ZnS:Cu Nanophosphors.

Nanoparticles of ZnS doped with Cu (ZnS:Cu) were prepared at room temperature by wet chemical method without any capping agent using two dopant precursor solutions-aqueous: (i) Copper acetate [ZnS:CA] and (ii) Copper nitrate [ZnS:CN] solutions. The characterization of the samples was carried out for the structural, surface morphological and optical properties. XRD analysis results revealed the formation of cubic structure ZnS:Cu particles with an average size of 2.

Intense Yellow Emitting Biocompatible CaS:Eu Nanophosphors Synthesized by Wet Chemical Method.

Here we report the synthesis of intense yellow emitting CaS:Eu nanoparticles by a low temperature wet chemical coprecipitation method which can be used for various optoelectronic and biological applications. The particles were characterized systematically using techniques such as X-ray diffraction (XRD), field emission scanning electron microscopy, transmission electron microscopy (TEM), X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy, photoluminescence (PL) and UV-Vis absorption spectroscopy. XRD analysis revealed that all the samples exhibited a cubic structure with good crystallinity.

Nurses' perceived spiritual climate of a hospital in Saudi Arabia.

Aim: This study investigated the spiritual climate of a hospital in Saudi Arabia as perceived by nurses.

Background: A spiritually conducive environment improves patient, nurse and organizational outcomes. Despite being important, no studies have investigated this area in the Muslim-dominated Middle Eastern countries.

Green Emitting Cerium Doped CaS Whiskers Grown by Solid State Diffusion Method.

Undoped and cerium doped Calcium sulfide (CaS) phosphors were synthesized using solid state diffusion method. The X-ray diffraction pattern revealed that both undoped and doped CaS crystallites have cubic structure with average crystallite size varying from 20 to 30 nm. Scanning electron micrographs indicated that Ce doped CaS phosphors were composed of whiskers with different dimensions and orientations.

Optimism, proactive coping and quality of life among nurses: A cross-sectional study.

Aims And Objectives: To assess the optimism and proactive coping use of nurses and examined their influence on quality of life.

Background: Nurses are often exposed to challenging situations in the clinical area, which may negatively impact the quality of life of nurses. Hence, being optimistic and proactive may assist nurses to develop a positive outlook towards life, improve overall health, achieve high longevity and low stress levels, and acquire effective coping skills.

Predictors of Saudi nursing students' attitudes towards environment and sustainability in health care.

Aim: This study aimed to investigate the predictors of Saudi nursing students' attitudes towards the environment and sustainability in health care.

Background: With rising temperature and decreasing annual rainfall, Saudi Arabia is threatened by the harmful effects of climate change on its population. In response to these threats, the Ministry of Health adapted sustainable development and environmental preservation in their National E-Health strategy.

Psychometric assessment of the Spiritual Climate Scale Arabic version for nurses in Saudi Arabia.

Aim: To assess the psychometric properties of the Spiritual Climate Scale Arabic version for Saudi nurses.

Background: Evidence showed that a high level of spiritual climate in the workplace is associated with increased productivity and performance, enhanced emotional intelligence, organisational commitment and job satisfaction among nurses.

Method: A convenient sample of 165 Saudi nurses was surveyed in this descriptive, cross-sectional study.

Perceived Infection Prevention Climate and Its Predictors Among Nurses in Saudi Arabia.

Purpose: This study investigated the staff nurses' perception of the infection prevention climate and its predictors in two hospitals.

Design: This is a cross-sectional study employing a convenience sample of 224 staff nurses at two general hospitals in Riyadh province.

Methods: The study utilized a two-part questionnaire that captures respondents' characteristics and the validated tool on Leading a Culture of Quality for Infection Prevention (LCQ-IP).

Association of spiritual/religious coping with depressive symptoms in high- and low-risk pregnant women.

Aims And Objectives: To investigate the role of spiritual/religious coping (SRC) on depressive symptoms in high- and low-risk pregnant women.

Background: Spiritual/religious coping is associated with physical and mental health outcomes. However, only few studies investigated the role of these strategies during pregnancy and whether low- and high-risk pregnant women have different coping mechanisms.

Predictors of cultural competence among nursing students in the Philippines: A cross-sectional study.

Background: With the continued emigration of Filipino nurses and increasing globalization, there is a need for globally competent nurses. Thus, the development of cultural competence among nursing students is critical in their preparation to assume their future responsibilities in the profession.

Objectives: This study investigated the predictors of cultural competence among nursing students in the Philippines.