Epidemiological Dynamics of Extended-Spectrum β-Lactamase- or AmpC β-Lactamase-Producing Escherichia coli Screened in Apparently Healthy Chickens in Uganda by Steven Kakooza, Damien Munyiirwa, Paul Ssajjakambwe, Edrine Kayaga, Dickson Stuart Tayebwa, Dickson Ndoboli, Loreen Basemera, Esther Nabatta, Maria Agnes Tumwebaze, John Baligwamunsi Kaneene

“…Epidemiological data were collected using a structured questionnaire and plausible risk factor analyses prepared by R software using X2 test and logistic regression modeling. …”
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Unveiling the Potency of Gardenia Extract Against <i>H. pylori</i>: Insights from In Vitro and In Vivo Studies by Pornpen Werawatganone, Duangporn Werawatganon, Nattida Noonak, Maneerat Chayanupatkul, Tanittha Chatsuwan, Naruemon Klaikeaw, Walaisiri Muangsiri, Prasong Siriviriyakul

“…Experimental procedure<i>: G. jasminoides</i> fruit extract was prepared and analyzed for geniposide content. The inhibitory effect of the extract on <i>H. pylori</i> growth was investigated using the disk diffusion method. …”
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Screening Southeast Asian medicinal plants: Clausena lansium, Leea indica, Strobilanthes crispa, Vitex trifolia for anti-platelet aggregation and blood coagulation effects by Sogand Zareisedehizadeh, Fu-Xun Heng, Chay-Hoon Tan, Paul Chi-Lui Ho, Hwee-Ling Koh

“…Methods: Aqueous, 70 % ethanolic, and 70 % methanolic extracts were prepared from fresh leaves. Platelet aggregation was analyzed using collagen-induced aggregation in human whole blood. …”
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Pattern of Disinfection of Root Canal Dentin by Alternated Acid-Base Irrigating Regimen by Janir Alves Soares, Maria Auxiliadora Roque de Carvalho, Suelleng Maria Cunha Santos Soares, Rodrigo Dantas Pereira, Manoel Brito-Júnior, Paula Prazeres Magalhães, Isabel Alessandra Miranda Nunes, Rudys Rodolpho de Jesus Tavarez, Claudia de Castro Rizzi, Rafaela Nogueira Moreira, Luiz de Macêdo Farias, Etevaldo Matos Maia Filho

“…To quantify Enterococcus faecalis density in root canal dentin after chemomechanical preparation (CMP) using alternated irrigating regimen. …”
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Study of interfacial bonding properties and shrinkage deformation of cement-alkali activated gradient-structured composite in complex environments with temperature-humidity changes by Xinzhe Li, Ganyou Jiang, Naishuang Wang, Yisong Wei, Zheng Chen, Zheng Chen, Jing Li, Jing Li, Ben Chen, Ben Chen, Jiamin Yu, Jiamin Yu

“…The early shrinkage-deformation and mechanical property evolution of gradient-structured composites in extreme environments are still insufficient. The paper prepared ordinary Portland cement-alkali-activated slag (OPC-AAS) and ordinary Portland cement-alkali-activated metakaolin (OPC-AAMK) gradient-structured composite by stacking cement and alkali-activated materials together. …”
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Enhanced myofibroblast differentiation of eMSCs in intrauterine adhesions by Jun Song, Meiqi Li, Yuan Tao, Yumeng Li, Canrong Mai, Jingting Zhang, Lan Yao, Shaoquan Shi, Jianyong Xu

“…Because the eMSCs (endometrial mesenchymal stem/stromal cells) play a critical role in both supporting the gland development and also preparing the environment for embryo implantation through decidualization, the characteristics and functions were compared between the eMSCs derived from IUA and non-IUA patients, to uncover the important roles of eMSCs in IUA and also the underlying mechanisms. …”
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Evaluation of the merit of ethanolic extract of Annona reticulata as an anti-cancer agent in human colon cancer cell lines (HCT-116) [version 2; peer review: 2 approved, 1 not appr... by Sri Pragnya Cheruku, Krishnananda Prabhu, Akshatha G Nayak, Vijetha Shenoy Belle, Vanishree Rao, Pooja Prakash Rao, Nitesh Kumar

“…Methods After obtaining ethical clearance from the institutional ethics committee, the extract and fractions were prepared and a preliminary analysis of the phytochemical was done qualitatively. …”
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Ethnobotany, floristic and phytochemical studies of medicinal plants used to treat uterine fibroids in Mbarara City, Uganda by Calton Nantinda, Esther Lynnet Kisakye, David Musana, Isaac Ssessanga, Ukashar Ssenabulya, Timothy Omara, Ivan Kahwa, Florence Nalimu

“…Leaves (47.6%), stems (17.5%) and flowers (9.5%) of herbs (61.7%), trees (23.4%) and shrubs (14.9%) were the primarily utilized plant parts for preparing decoctions that are administered orally (94%). …”
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Influence of Dentin Priming with Tannin-Rich Plant Extracts on the Longevity of Bonded Composite Restorations by Mackeler Ramos Polassi, Thales de Sá Oliveira, Ana Calheiros de Carvalho, Lívia Soman de Medeiros Medeiros, Thiago André Moura Veiga, Carlos Frederico de Oliveira Graeff, Alejandra Hortencia Miranda González, Maria Cristina Marcucci, Simone dos Santos Grecco, Paulo Henrique Perlatti D’Alpino

“…Bovine incisors were ground flat to obtain 2 mm thick slices in which conical preparations were made (N = 10). Tannin-containing plant extracts were applied to dentin before the application of the restorative system, as follows: control group (untreated, CTL), chlorhexidine 0.12% (CHX), mastruz (Dysphania ambrosioides, MTZ), cat’s claw (Uncaria tomentosa, CTC), guarana (Paullinia cupana, GUA), galla chinensis (Rhus chinensis, GCH), and tannic acid (extracted from Acacia decurrens, TNA). …”
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Response surface methodology for the design of malachite green dye removal by γ-Fe2O3 dispersed on reduced graphene oxide sheets by Liu Zhu, Anam Sana, Muhammad Tariq Qamar, Ali Bahadur, Guocong Liu, Mohammad Aslam, Ammar Zidan, İsmail Seçkin Çardaklı, Shahid Iqbal, Sajid Mahmood, Muhammad Saad, Khalid M. Alotaibi

“…Abstract A nanocomposite composed of rGO and γ-Fe2O3 was prepared using ultrasonication for the adsorption of malachite green (MG) dye. …”
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The Role of Extracts of Edible Parts and Production Wastes of Globe Artichoke (<i>Cynara cardunculus</i> L. var. <i>scolymus</i> (L.)) in Counteracting Oxidative Stress by Valentina Laghezza Masci, Irene Mezzani, Enrica Alicandri, William Tomassi, Anna Rita Paolacci, Stefano Covino, Vittorio Vinciguerra, Elisabetta Catalani, Davide Cervia, Mario Ciaffi, Stefania Garzoli, Elisa Ovidi

“…To investigate the antioxidant properties of various globe artichoke tissues from the “Carciofo Ortano” landrace, methanolic extracts were prepared from the immature main and secondary flower heads, stems, and leaves of representative genotypes of this landrace. …”
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The Fabrication and Evaluation of a Potential Biomaterial Produced with Stem Cell Sheet Technology for Future Regenerative Medicine by Shukui Zhou, Ying Wang, Kaile Zhang, Nailong Cao, Ranxing Yang, Jianwen Huang, Weixin Zhao, Mahbubur Rahman, Hong Liao, Qiang Fu

“…However, the acellular matrix derived from natural tissues and organs has a lot of defects, including the limited amount of autogenous tissue and surgical complication such as risk of blood loss, wound infection, pain, shock, and functional damage in the donor part of the body. In this study, we prepared acellular matrix using adipose-derived stem cell (ADSC) sheets and evaluate the cellular compatibility and immunoreactivity. …”
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Improvement of soil quality through biochar in rice under wastewater irrigated soil: Effects on heavy metals reduction by Sayon Mukherjee, Satish Kumar Singh, Raimundo Jiménez Ballesta, Abhik Patra, Surendra Singh Jatav

“…The present study offers a two-way solution of reducing weed load of agricultural fields through parthenium biochar preparation and its application in Cr contaminated soil with aim of its lower accumulation in the edible part of the crop.   …”
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Novel combination strategy of high intensity focused ultrasound (HIFU) and checkpoint blockade boosted by bioinspired and oxygen-supplied nanoprobe for multimodal imaging-guided ca... by Ying Zhou, Chen Cheng, Qi Wang, Min Zheng, Pan Li, Yang Zhou, Yuting Cao, Li Wan, Xun Guo, Xiaohong Lin, Rui Tang, Hongye He, Nianhong Wu, Qiaoqi Chen, Yaqin Hu, Xialin Xiong, Faqi Li

“…Here, we describe a synergistic regimen combining HIFU facilitation with immunomodulation based on a novel oxygen-carrying biomimetic perfluorocarbon nanoparticle (M@P-SOP) to stimulate immunogenic cell death in tumor cells while alleviating immune suppression tumor microenvironment.Methods M@P-SOP was prepared by double emulsion and film extrusion method. …”
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Perspectives of nurses and patient representatives on the morally competent nurse: An international focus group study by Chris Gastmans, Evelyne Mertens, Alvisa Palese, Brian Keogh, Francesca Apolloni, Johanna Wiisak, Catherine Mc Cabe, Maria Dimitriadou, Alessandro Galazzi, Michael Igoumenidis, Nikos Stefanopoulos, Paraskevi Charitou, Evridiki Papastavrou, Riitta Suhonen, Stefania Chiappinotto

“…Pedagogically, the results should be useful for teaching how moral competence can be supported in practice and how nurses can be better prepared to deal with ethically sensitive care practices in constantly evolving healthcare systems.…”
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The Role of 3D Virtual Anatomy and Scanning Environmental Electron Microscopy in Understanding Morphology and Pathology of Ancient Bodies by Sara Salucci, Mirko Traversari, Laura Valentini, Ilaria Versari, Luca Ventura, Emanuela Giampalma, Elena Righi, Enrico Petrella, Pietro Gobbi, Gianandrea Pasquinelli, Irene Faenza

“…Environmental scanning electron microscope, with the advantage of observing mummified samples without prior specimen preparation, details on the state of tissue fragments. …”
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Cost-savings and health impact of strategies for prevention of Respiratory Syncytial Virus with nirsevimab in Chile based on the integrated analysis of 2019–2023 national databases... by Denis Sauré, Miguel O’Ryan, Juan Pablo Torres, Natalia Trigo, Gonzalo Diaz, Marcel Goic, Charles Thraves, Jorge Pacheco, Patricio Aguilera, Andrea Caro, Leonardo J. Basso

“…Background: In the latter half of 2023, the northern hemisphere initiated the rollout of nirsevimab immunization strategies for infants, yielding promising early results. As Chile prepared for its 2024 strategy implementation, we retrospectively evaluated the potential cost-saving nature of various immunization strategies. …”
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Anti-inflammatory effects of Andrographis paniculata (Fah Talai Jone) via TNFα-JNK pathway and bioactive compound identification by Praphat Manuelo Ruengthanoo, Areeya Changthong, Pranee Sriraj, Jatuporn Prathumtet, Nutchapon Laikaew, Ratchadawan Aukkanimart

“…Methods: Ethanol (APE) and aqueous (APA) extracts of A. paniculata were prepared and analyzed for total phenolic and flavonoid content, antioxidant activity, and bioactive compound identification using high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC). …”
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Biorefinery potential of coffee silverskin: Composition and applications by Elena M. Anchugova, Elena V. Udoratina, Elena G. Kazakova, Anastasiia O. Nosova, Mayya V. Uspenskaya, Tatiana N. Shchemelinina

“…Additionally, three formulations for wet granulations of a biofertilizer were prepared to valorize the silverskin. Empirical formulas were used to assess the fatty acid content and key parameters of CS biodiesel precursor. …”
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Dielectric Temperature Stability and Enhanced Energy-Storage Performance of Sr_0.4Ba_0.6(Zr_0.2Ti_0.2Sn_0.2Ta_0.2Nb<sub>... by Yingying Zhao, Ziao Li, Shiqiang Yang, Pu Mao, Ruirui Kang

“…In this research, we employed a high-entropy approach in tungsten-bronze-structured ferroelectric ceramics, preparing Sr_0.4Ba_0.6(Zr_0.2Ti_0.2Sn_0.2Ta_0.2Nb_0.2)₂ (denoted as SBN40-H) ceramics through the traditional solid-state reaction technique. …”
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