Biological Activities of the Golden Chantarelle Mushroom Cantharellus cibarius (Agaricomycetes) Extracts Obtained as a Result of Single and Multi-Objective Optimization Studies.

In our study, the biological activities of the wild edible mushroom Cantharellus cibarius were determined. First of all, 64 different experiments were performed in the Soxhlet device at 40-70°C extraction temperatures, 4, 6, 8, and 10 h of extraction time and 0.25, 0.

Quantitative Assessment of Brix in Grafted Melon Cultivars: A Machine Learning and Regression-Based Approach.

The article demonstrates the Brix content of melon fruits grafted with different varieties of rootstock using Support Vector Regression (SVR) and Multiple Linear Regression (MLR) model approaches. The analysis yielded primary fruit biochemical measurements on the following rootstocks, Sphinx, Albatros, and Dinero: nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium, calcium, and magnesium. Established models were evaluated with Mean Absolute Error (MAE), Mean Absolute Percentage Error (MAPE), Mean Square Error (MSE), Root Mean Square Error (RMSE), and Coefficient of Determination (R) metrics.

The effects of foliar amino acid and Zn applications on agronomic traits and Zn biofortification in soybean ( L.).

The production and consumption of soybeans are widespread due to their nutritional and industrial value. Nutrient enrichment is vital for improving the nutritional quality of soybeans. This study aimed to evaluate the effect of foliar application of amino acids (AA) and zinc (Zn) on agronomic traits and the accumulation of grain Zn in soybeans.

Healthy lifestyle behaviors among teachers working in public primary schools and affecting factors.

Healthy lifestyle behaviors have been recognized as a key strategy to achieve a policy of health for all. The aim of this study was to determine the levels of health promotion lifestyle behavior among teachers working in public primary schools. The present study also investigated the effects of selected socio-demographic characteristics on these behaviors.

Usefulness of the Berg Balance Scale for prediction of fall risk in multiple sclerosis.

Introduction: The Berg Balance Scale, possibly the most widely used balance-related measure, has gained popularity in clinical trials. It provides information about patients' balance-related abilities and can be used to assess improvement or worsening after rehabilitation. The aim of this study is to determine the cut-off value of the Berg Balance Scale for the fall risk in patients with multiple sclerosis (MS).

Psychometric properties of the Turkish version of the moral distress-appraisal scale for nurses.

Moral distress causes frustration, guilt, anger, stress, sadness, anxiety, fear, burnout, insecurity, and depression in nurses, and this is reflected in their work performances. Therefore, internationally validated tools and methodological studies are needed to measure moral distress among nurses. This study aims to evaluate the psychometric properties of the Turkish version of the Moral Distress-Appraisal Scale (MD-APPS) among nurses in Turkey.

The impact of Artificial Intelligence in academia: Views of Turkish academics on ChatGPT.

In the past decade, Artificial Intelligence (AI) and machine learning technologies have become increasingly prevalent in the academic world. This growing trend has led to debates about the impact of these technologies on academia. The purpose of this article is to examine the impact of ChatGPT, an AI and machine learning technology, in the academic field and to determine academics' perceptions of it.

P/Q type (Ca2.1) Calcium Channel Blocker ω-Agatoxin IVA Alters Cleaved Caspase-3 and BDNF Expressions in the Rat Brain and Suppresses Seizure Activity.

High-voltage-gated calcium channels have pivot role in the cellular and molecular mechanisms of various neurological disorders, including epilepsy. Similar to other calcium channels, P/Q-type calcium channels (Ca2.1) are also responsible for vesicle release at synaptic terminals.

Spatial geochemical structure of soft sediment on shallow littoral of the Gulf of Antalya, the eastern Mediterranean Sea.

The concentrations of heavy metals in soft sediments of the Manavgat and Lara regions in Antalya, Türkiye were investigated to assess contamination levels and their potential sources, followed by multivariate statistical analysis and generation of spatial distribution maps. Results showed low contamination levels for As, Zn, and Cu, moderate contamination for Pb, Ni, and Mn, and very high accumulation for Co and Cr. Geoaccumulation index (Igeo) and contamination factor (CF) analyses revealed moderate enrichment for Mn and low enrichment for As, indicating no human-induced contamination in Cu, Pb, Zn, Mn, and As, while Ni, Co, and Cr originated mainly from agriculture.

Opinions of Older Individuals on Advance Care Planning and Factors Affecting Their Views: A Systematic Review.

The objective of this systematic review is to present older individuals' views on the advance care planning (ACP) process and the factors affecting those opinions. The review contains search terms predetermined in the databases of CINAHL, MEDLINE (via PubMed), Academic Search Ultimate, Web of Science, Master FILE, and TR Dizin over the last 10 years (1 January 2012-31 December 2021) in English and Turkish. The studies were included in the research using inclusion (sample age ≥ 50, focusing on individuals' opinions on ACP) and exclusion (articles whose samples consisted of individuals with a specific disease, non-research articles) criteria.

Evaluation of the morphology of accessory canals of the canalis sinuosus via cone-beam computed tomography.

Purpose: This study aims to assess the presence of accessory canal (AC) associated with canalis sinuous (CS), describing their frequency, lateralization, location, direction, and measurements in cone beam computed tomography (CBCT).

Methods: Axial, coronal, sagittal, and cross-sectional reconstructions were analyzed in 248 CBCT images and the presence of CS, the presence of AC associated with CS, the lateralization, localization, and direction course of AC associated with CS was evaluated. CS diameter, AC diameter, the distance between the nasal cavity floor and CS (M1), CS and the buccal cortical bone (M2), and CS and the alveolar ridge (M3) were measured.

Comparison of the asymmetry index determined on digital panoramic radiographic images and on posteroanterior cephalometric images: a retrospective cross-sectional study.

Objective: The purpose of this study was to compare the asymmetry index determined on digital panoramic radiographic (PR) images and posteroanterior cephalometric (PACR) images.

Methods: This study included 100 patients whose PR and PACR images were registered in a database. Condylar height, ramus height, and condylar height plus ramus height measurements were measured bilaterally.

Trends in Telecare Use among Community-Dwelling Older Adults: A Scoping Review.

A scoping review was conducted to map and analyze the concept of telecare services and the trends in telecare use. This scoping review was conducted according to Arksey and O'Malley's framework. A search was conducted in CINAHL (via EBSCO), ERIC, Academic Search Ultimate, and MEDLINE/PubMed databases.

Total Antioxidant, Antimicrobial, Antiproliferative Potentials and Element Contents of Wild Mushroom Candolleomyces candolleanus (Agaricomycetes) from Turkey.

Mushrooms are among the natural products that are widely used in the treatment of diseases. In our study, the biological activities of Candolleomyces candolleanus (Fr.) D.

Thermal insulation materials in architecture: a comparative test study with aerogel and rock wool.

Thermal insulation has great potential to reduce energy consumption in buildings. This study aims to provide a general perspective by addressing the thermal insulation materials used throughout the history of the construction industry and to understand the current situation with developing technology. The literature review was used as a method in the study.

The comparative palynomorphological studies on Turkish Muscari genera and close relatives (Asparagaceae-scilloideae) with their taxonomic implications.

By this study, the palynomorphological traits of 49 taxa (53 plant samples) of the genus Muscari which has been the main research topic and also its relatives, Pseudomuscari, Hyacinthella and Bellevalia have been studied in details of both using light and scanning electron microscope. In the end of palynologic works, it was suggested the descriptive or symbolized main pollen types to make easier the separation or identification of the species of Muscari and its relative groups. According to this symbolization, the pollen types of species may be changeable as D-shaped, elliptical, triangular, and spindle shaped and all types could be seen in different members of the studied taxonomic groups in this paper.

Effects of music intervention on physical and psychological problems in adults receiving haemodialysis treatment: A systematic review and meta-analysis.

Aims And Objectives: To synthesise the effects of music intervention on the physical and psychological problems of adults receiving haemodialysis.

Background: Adults receiving haemodialysis experience many physical and psychological problems. Music interventions may have beneficial effect on the management of these problems.

Alterations of panoramic radiomorphometric indices in children and adolescents with beta-thalassemia major: A fractal analysis study.

Background: Beta-thalassemia major is an inherited disorder that can cause bone deformity and loss of bone mineral density. The objective of this study is to evaluate the cortical and trabecular mandibular bone morphology of children and adolescents who have beta-thalassemia major (ß-TM) using a fractal dimension (FD) analysis and different panoramic radiomorphometric indices with digital panoramic radiographic images (DPRIs).

Material And Methods: The study included 80 patients (with 40 patients each of ß-TM and control).

Development of molecular markers lınked to QTL/genes controllıng Zn effıcıency.

Background: Zinc (Zn) deficiency is a widespread problem in reducing the yield and quality of crop plants worldwide. It is important to utilize molecular markers linked to Zn efficiency to develop high Zn efficient cultivars in pepper (Capsicum annuum L.).

Genomic-Assisted Marker Development Suitable for Selection in Cucumber Breeding.

Cucumber is a widely grown vegetable crop plant and a host to many different plant pathogens. (CVYV) causes economic losses on cucumber crops in Mediterranean countries and in some part of India such as West Bengal and in African countries such as Sudan. CVYV is an RNA potyvirus transmitted mechanically and by whitefly () in a semipersistent manner.

An investigation into the architectural use of nanotechnology in the context of the titanium dioxide.

Urban development has a tremendous impact on the environment. Building products used in construction have direct and indirect effects on the environment and human health. Nanotechnological building materials offer many advantages in terms of environmental impact.

Biochemical composition of selected lines from sorghum (Sorghum bicolor L.) landraces.

Present findings revealed a great variation in protein, oil, starch, tannin and phytic acid-like biochemical attributes of sorghum genotypes. GT bi-plot analysis was used for assessment of biochemical analysis results. Sorghum is quite resistant to negative environmental conditions.

A qualitative investigation of the professional and social experiences of occupational groups working with individuals with disabilities and their attitudes: An example from Finland.

Working with individuals with disabilities affects the professional and social experiences and attitudes of professional groups. Accordingly, this study aimed to understand the professional and social experiences and attitudes of occupational groups working with individuals with disabilities. A qualitative, descriptive design based on thematic analysis approach was used in this study.

The effects of music ıntervention on breast milk production in breastfeeding mothers: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials.

Aims: The aim of this study was to investigate the effect of music intervention on breast milk production in breastfeeding mothers.

Design: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials following Cochrane methods were conducted.

Data Sources: We performed a literature search in Web of Science, Science Direct, PubMed, MEDLINE, Cochrane Library, CINAHL, the Networked Digital Library of Theses & Dissertations, Ovid and ProQuest without year limitation.