Modeling the co-infection of HTLV-2 and HIV-1 in vivo by A. M. Elaiw, E. A. Almohaimeed, A. D. Hobiny

“…Our findings support earlier research, suggesting that co-infection with HTLV-2 may be able to maintain the behavior dynamics of the CD4+ T cells, inhibit HIV-1 replication, and postpone the onset of AIDS. However, co-infected patients with HTLV-2 and HIV-1 may experience a greater occurrence of HTLV-2-related T-cell malignant diseases.…”
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A Strategy for Bone Conduction Device Adoption: Study of Non-Usage Challenges, Skin-Deep Insights and Patient Satisfaction by Jasmine Van de Kerkhof, Lore Bleyaert, Nicolas Verhaert, Bob Lerut

“…A questionnaire based on the International Outcome Inventory for Hearing Aids (IOI-HA) was administered to assess patient satisfaction. …”
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Genetic analysis of scab disease resistance in common bean (Phaseolus vulgaris) varieties using GWAS and functional genomics approaches by Shadrack Odikara Oriama, Benard W. Kulohoma, Evans Nyaboga, Y. O. Masheti, Reuben Otsyula

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Exploring knowledge, attitudes, practices, and determinants regarding emergency contraception use among female university students in Goma, Democratic Republic of the Congo: a cros... by Patricia Lukusa Mishika, Olivier Mukuku, Amos Kamundu, Kaymarlin Govender, Stanislas Okitotsho Wembonyama, André Kabamba Mutombo

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Is International Travel an Emerging Issue on Transmission of Beijing Lineage Mycobacterium tuberculosis? by Pavithra S. Madamarandawala, Srinath Satyanarayana, Collins Timire, Aashifa Yaqoob, Dushantha Madegedara, Dhammika N. Magana-Arachchi

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In Praise of Diversity in Participatory Heritage Planning Empowered by Artificial Intelligence: Windcatchers in Yazd by Mahda Foroughi, Tong Wang, Ana Pereira Roders

“…By decoding and measuring cultural significance from diverse perspectives, this framework aids in identifying conflicts and alignments and in better aligning stakeholder perspectives. …”
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Sexual and reproductive health and rights, HIV and migration in southern Africa: A rapid review by G Musuka, I Chingombe, E Moyo, T Chikava, B Moyo, M Mapingure, H Musuka, T Dzinamarira

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Decoding cyanide toxicity: Integrating Quantitative Structure-Toxicity Relationships (QSTR) with species sensitivity distributions and q-RASTR modeling by Kabiruddin Khan, Ramin Abdullayev, Gopala Krishna Jillella, Varun Gopalakrishnan Nair, Mahmoud Bousily, Supratik Kar, Agnieszka Gajewicz-Skretna

“…The combined QSTR, ScSD, and q-RASTR models provide a robust framework for predicting species-specific cyanide-sensitivity, enhancing our understanding of cyanide's molecular toxicity mechanisms. This research aids environmental risk assessment and informs safer regulatory strategies. …”
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Effects of Particulate Matter Exhaust on Functional Parameters of Organ Systems and Reactive Oxygen Species: A Cross-Sectional Study by Manjula Shivanagappa, SS Malini, Thanmayi Mahadeshwara Prasad, D. R. Mahadeshwara Prasad

“…We aimed to study the variation in inflammatory cellular components and oxidative stress markers among exposures along with the variation in functional parameters of the organs involved in detoxifying these nanoparticles, the renal and hepatic system.Methods: After the ethical clearance from Institutional Ethical Committee, IHEC-UOM No. 123PhD/2016-17, a cross-sectional study was undertaken in Molecular Reproductive and Human Genetics Lab, Manasa Gangothri, University of Mysore, Mysore, Karnataka, India during 2015-2019, among 500 male garage workers of age group 18-60years with history of exposure for 6-8 hours a day without using any protective aids during work, for past 6-12 years and 300 controls, who live in areas where they were sparsely exposed. …”
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Isolation and Antifungal Susceptibility of Candida spp. from Pediatric Patients in Kurdistan of Iraq by Mohammed Salah Bahi, Khattab Ahmed Mustafa Shekhany

“…Candida species are considered the most common opportunistic human fungal pathogen due to the presence of various virulence factors, including its ability to form a biofilm that aids in oral candidiasis. Pediatric patients are more susceptible to oral candidiasis than healthy pediatric because of the factors that encourage Candida oral carriage. …”
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A Look into Stem Cell Therapy: Exploring the Options for Treatment of Ischemic Stroke by Cesar Reis, Michael Wilkinson, Haley Reis, Onat Akyol, Vadim Gospodarev, Camila Araujo, Sheng Chen, John H. Zhang

“…Understanding the role of endogenous neural stem and progenitor cells under normal physiological conditions aids in analyzing their effects after ischemic injury, including their impact on functional recovery and neurogenesis at the site of injury. …”
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Blockchain-Driven Optimized Chaotic Encryption Scheme for Medical Image Transmission in IoT-Edge Environment by Goli Archana, Rajeev Goyal, K. M. V. Madan Kumar

“…It involves smart devices that collect thousands of terabytes of heterogeneous data and deployed this to make instant decision that aids for the better performance and most comfort life. …”
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Polymethylmethacrylate-Based Nanocomposites for Denture Base Fabrication: Impact of Nanoparticle Type and Concentration on the Color Change In Vitro by Abdel-Naser M. Emam, Emad A. Azmy, Mohamed Reda Zaki Al-kholy, Mohammed M. Gad, Mohamed Ahmed Helal

“…Spectrophotometer was used for color change (ΔEab) followed by value conversion to National Bureau of Standards units (NBS) to relate the color alterations (ΔEab) to the clinical environment which aids in determining a threshold for clinical acceptance of the color change. …”
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Experience of piloting BPaLM/BPaL for DR-TB care at selected sites in Pakistan by M.A. Khan, A. Ismail, A. Ghafoor, N. Khan, N. Muzaffar, F. Zafar, A. Gupta, S. Foraida, S. Juneja, R. Fatima, A.W. Khan, S. Shahid, M.A. Khan

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Bilateral inverted papilloma: Case report and literature review by Mohammed Amine Rabhi, Achraf Amine Sbai, Drissia Benfadil, Azzedine Lachkar, Adil Abdenbi Tsen, Fahd Elayoubi

“…It is noted for high local aggressiveness, frequent recurrences, and potential association with squamous cell carcinoma. Imaging (CT and MRI) aids in staging and selecting the surgical approach—endoscopic, external, or combined. …”
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Analysis of Air Pollution Data in India between 2015 and 2019 by Disha Sharma, Denise Mauzerall

“…Our dataset also provides a baseline to evaluate the future success of National Clean Air Programme as well as aids in assessment of existing and future air pollution mitigation policies.…”
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Determinants of Performance in Physical Sciences at Uganda Certificate of Education: A Case Study of Selected Schools in Ntungamo Municipality. by Muhindo, Alex

“…On teacher factors, there is a need for teachers to be more innovative and try to improvise local materials to teach physical sciences to arouse the interest of the learners, cut down on the costs of buying teaching aids, help the learners to appreciate their local environment in the study of sciences and consequently deepen their understanding of physical sciences in their context. …”
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The role of Physical environment in influencing access to medical services by people with disabilities in Kisiizi Hospital, Rukungiri District. by Atuheire, Excellent

“…The findings also revealed that ensuring that medical facilities are physically accessible is crucial hence this includes providing ramps, elevators, accessible parking spaces, and wide doorways to accommodate individuals who use wheelchairs or other mobility aids as indicated by 14% of the respondents. The respondents revealed that healthcare facilities can install height-adjustable examination tables that can be lowered for patients who use wheelchairs or have mobility limitations. …”
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The Role of Faith Bases Organizations in Enhancement of the Social Welfare Among the Rural Poor Households in Nyamweru sub-county, Kabale district; A case Study of Caritas Kabale d... by Hategekimana, Donisian

“…As regards to Caritas Kabale Diocese, these roles include promotion of health in terms of HIV/AIDS awareness, promotion of agriculture, education, among others. …”
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The flow pattern of neuro-pediatric emergency visits during COVID-19 pandemic by Imad M. Khojah, Osama Y. Muthaffar, Anas S. Alyazidi, Maha K. Alghamdi, Mayar Alhuqaili, Hassan A. Alalawi, Ohud T. Alharbi, Latifa A. Almuharib

“…Understanding such variation aids in managing this vulnerable population during critical periods.…”
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