Can Cryptogonimids of the Same Genus Influence Each Other’s Level of Genetic Variation? by Ekaterina S. Tokarskaya, Yulia V. Tatonova, Haneef Ahmed Amissah, Polina G. Shumenko, Mikhail Yu. Shchelkanov

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The endonuclease activity of MCPIP1 controls the neoplastic transformation of epithelial cells via the c-Met/CD44 axis by Paulina Marona, Rafał Myrczek, Iga Piasecka, Judyta Gorka, Oliwia Kwapisz, Ewelina Pospiech, Janusz Rys, Jolanta Jura, Katarzyna Miekus

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lncRNA NEAT1 Downregulation Ameliorates the Myocardial Infarction of Mice by Regulating the miR-582-5p/F2RL2 Axis by Zhenhua Wu, Yunpeng Bai, Yujuan Qi, Chao Chang, Yan Jiao, Yaobang Bai, Zhigang Guo

“…Oxygen-glucose deprivation- (OGD-) induced human cardiac myocytes (HCMs) were cultured and transfected. …”
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COVID-19 in patients with severe mental illness: An analysis of in-patients at a psychiatric hospital in Cape Town by Haseena B. Sablay, Qhama Z. Cossie, Deirdre I. Pieterse

“…Reported comorbidities included nicotine use (71%, n = 181), hypertension (11%, n = 28) and human immunodeficiency virus (7%, n = 18). Most patients (62%, n = 156) were symptomatic for COVID-19. …”
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3-Acetyldeoxynivalenol induces pyroptosis in leydig cells via METTL3-mediated N6-methyladenosine modification of NLRP3 by Yangyun Wang, Chaoliang Shi, Wei Jiao, Xiaoxiang Wan

“…While the toxicological effects of 3-ADON on human and animal health are well-documented, its specific impact on the reproductive system remains underexplored. …”
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Impact of Foliar Application of Zinc and Magnesium Aminochelate on Bean Physiology and Productivity in Ghana by Stephen Yeboah, James Asibuo, Patricia Oteng-Darko, Emmanuel Asamoah Adjei, Maxwell Lamptey, Eric Owusu Danquah, Boaz Waswa, Louis Butare

“…Different approaches including glycine have been used to improve mineral nutrient status of plants toward safer products and improved human health. However, limited research has been undertaken to understand the response of beans to amino Zn and Mg foliar fertilizer application in Ghana. …”
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Effects of Ginsenoside Biopolymer Nanoparticles on the Malignant Behavior of Non-Small-Cell Lung Cancer by Weizheng Zhou, Chengliang Cai, Hui Shi, Hai Jin, Xiaowei Wang

“…The Rg3 monomer and HA-Rg3 nanoparticles mitigated the malignant behavior of human non-small-cell lung cancer H125 cells through the miR-192/PTEN molecular axis, and HA-Rg3 nanoparticles showed better antitumor effects.…”
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Disparities in well-being outcomes among medical students: a comparative study between medical students with and without disability by Henry J. Seaborne, Lara Z. Chehab, Nikhil Rajapuram, Amanda Sammann

“…Trial registration This study does not report the results of a health care intervention on human participants, so trial registration is not required.…”
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Identification of a Novel Anticancer Oligopeptide from Perilla frutescens (L.) Britt. and Its Enhanced Anticancer Effect by Targeted Nanoparticles In Vitro by Dong-Liang He, Ri-Ya Jin, Hui-Zhen Li, Qing-Ye Liu, Zhi-Jun Zhang

“…Compared with free PSO, HA/PSO/C NPs showed notably enhanced cytotoxicity and had the strongest potency to human glioma cell line U251. Conclusion. This study demonstrated that PSO, a novel oligopeptide from Perilla seeds, has a broad-spectrum anticancer effect and could be encapsulated by NPs, which enhanced tumor targeting cytotoxicity with obvious controlled release. …”
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High Seropositivity of Brucella melitensis Antibodies among Pregnant Women Attending Health Care Facilities in Mwanza, Tanzania: A Cross-Sectional Study by Helmut A. Nyawale, Michael Simchimba, Joseph Mlekwa, Fridolin Mujuni, Elieza Chibwe, Prosper Shayo, Elifuraha B. Mngumi, Khadija S. Majid, Mtebe Majigo, Stephen E. Mshana, Mariam M. Mirambo

“…Brucella melitensis (B. melitensis), the most pathogenic species is responsible for several pregnancy adverse outcomes in both humans and animals. Here, we present the data on the magnitude of B. melitensis antibodies among pregnant women in Mwanza, Tanzania, the information that might be useful in understanding the epidemiology of the disease and devising appropriate control interventions in this region. …”
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Clinical Holistic Medicine: Holistic Pelvic Examination and Holistic Treatment of Infertility by Søren Ventegodt, Mohammed Morad, Joav Merrick

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Pathogenetic Substantiation of the Therapeutic Impact on Microbiota in Irritable Bowel Syndrome by Yu. O. Shulpekova, G. H. Babaeva, V. Yu. Rusyaev

“…The area of interaction of intestinal bacteria and the human body is not limited to the intestines. Intestinal bacteria demonstrate a significant humoral effect due to signalling molecules, some of which exhibit neurotransmitter properties. …”
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Behavioural Response To Self-Medication Practice Before and During Covid-19 Pandemic in Western Uganda by Samuel Sunday, Dare, Ejike, Daniel Eze, Isaac, Echoru, Ibe Michael, Usman, Fred, Ssempijja, Edmund Eriya, Bukenya, Robinson, Ssebuufu

“…This may be partly because of the absence of a recognized treatment for the disease, however, the differing prevalence and nature from country to country may influence human behavioral responses. Purpose: This study aimed to investigate the behavioral response to self-medication practices during the COVID-19 pandemic and lockdown in comparison to the pre-COVID period in Western Uganda. …”
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Quantification of Lead and Zinc in Ground, Surface and Tap Drinking Water Sources in Kabale Municipality. by Mongusho, Ivan

“…Water is a dynamic source, essential for all aspects of human and ecosystem for existence and health. Apparently drinking water sources are affected by anthropogenic activities. …”
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The Impact of Abatwa Settlement Patterns on their Social Economic Development: A Case Study of Kisoro Municipality. by Ahishakiye, Vincent

“…Findings of the study indicated that Batwa have faced a lot of challenges as a result of being landless, and Batwa women arc at the center or different forms of violations compared to men, although both genders arc experiencing some level or vulnerability and challenges such as racism, discrimination and human rights violations. Different institutions such as NGOs, churches and individual Batwa organizations (UOBDU) have tried to solve the challenge of the landlessness Batwa face but there are still more needed to implement and protect their land rights as other ethnic groups in Uganda. …”
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Financial Inclusion and Refugees’ Self-Reliance: An Assessment for Women’s Economic Empowerment at Nakivale Refugee Settlement, Southwestern Uganda. by Mugisha, Abbas, Kaaya, Siraje

“…For instance, the number of people displaced by persecution, war, human rights abuse and violence stood at 89.3 million by the end of 2021 and increase of eight percent from 2020 (UNHCR, 2022). …”
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Training and Employee Performance in Uganda: A Case of National Water and Sewerage Corporation Rukungiri District. by Twongyeirwe, Uster

“…The study's specific goals were to examine the relationship between on-the-job training and employee performance, determine the relationship between off-the-job training and employee performance, and find out the challenges that affect training and employee performance at NWSC Rukungiri District. Senior human resource managers and managerial and technical level personnel made up the sample of 96 respondents that the study studied using a cross-sectional and descriptive survey design. …”
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A Deep Learning Enabled Chest X-Ray Abnormality Detection Model for Radiology Assistance. by Ssempeebwa, Phillip, Ainembabazi, Patience

“…Traditional methods of interpretation rely heavily on manual inspection, which can be time-consuming and prone to human error. Therefore, there is a critical need for innovative solutions to improve the efficiency and accuracy of chest X-ray diagnosis. …”
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The Climate Change Impact on Agriculture Productivity in Karama Sector, Nyagatare District, Rwanda. by Odile, Twagiramariya

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Board of Governors’ roles and students’ academic Performance in Secondary Schools in Kikagate Sub-County, Isingiro District. by Wilson Mukombe, Bagarukayo

“…The study recommended that the Ministry of Education should establish a mandatory training course, conferences, seminars, inductions and workshops for all the Board of Governors to increase their knowledge and skills like financial, human resource management, planning, conceptual, technical skills in efficient management of schools.…”
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