Global Occupational Exposure to Blood and Body Fluids among Healthcare Workers: Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis by Dechasa Adare Mengistu, Gebisa Dirirsa, Elsai Mati, Dinku Mekbib Ayele, Kefelegn Bayu, Wegene Deriba, Fekade Ketema Alemu, Yohannes Mulugeta Demmu, Yohanis Alemeshet Asefa, Abraham Geremew

“…Based on subgroup analysis by publication year, survey year, and World Health Organization regions, the highest prevalence of blood and body fluid exposure in the last 12 months was observed among articles published between 2004 and 2008 (66.3%), conducted between 2003 and 2008 (66.6%), and conducted in the Southeast Asia Region (46.9%). The highest career time prevalence was 60.6%, 71.0%, and 68.4% for articles published between 2015 and 2020, conducted between 2015 and 2019, and reported in the African region, respectively. …”
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Rice stable carbon and nitrogen isotope values as potential indicators of watering and manuring regimes by Rubi Wu, Rubi Wu, Eric J. Belfield, Yu Dong, Shangzong Feng, Xiangdong Fu, Nicholas P. Harberd, Fan Yang, Michael Charles, Amy Bogaard

“…Rice (Oryza sativa L.) is an important cereal crop across East, South and Southeast Asia, from prehistory to today, and grows in a range of ecological conditions, from rainfed upland to deep water. …”
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In silico design of an epitope-based vaccine ensemble for fasliolopsiasis by Ruchishree Konhar, Ruchishree Konhar, Kanhu Charan Das, Kanhu Charan Das, Aiboklang Nongrum, Rohan Raj Samal, Shailesh Kumar Sarangi, Devendra Kumar Biswal, Devendra Kumar Biswal

“…Human infection has been most commonly documented in China, Bangladesh, Southeast Asia, and parts of India. It predominates in school-age children, and significant worm burdens are not uncommon. …”
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The Association of Non-Dipterocarps (Fagaceae) with Mycorrhizae in Elevated CO2 Condition in Tekam Forest Reserve, Pahang by Mustafa Bakray Nur Aqilah, Azmi Nuralisya Amirah, Jamar Nurul Hidayah, Kin Thi Bee, Mansor Patahayah, Mohti Azian, Zohari Ahmad Fitri, Mohd Said Mohd Nizam

“…The gradual rise in atmospheric carbon dioxide (CO2) levels has indirectly impacted the structure of belowground communities, including arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi (AMF) associated with Fagaceae saplings in Southeast Asia’s tropical rainforests. This study aims to determine the composition of AMF spore morphotypes under elevated CO2 and ambient conditions at Tekam Forest Reserve, Pahang. …”
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Complete chloroplast genome of eight Phaius (Orchidaceae) species from China: comparative analysis and phylogenetic relationship by Kaifeng Tao, Lu Tang, Yan Luo, Lu Li

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Influence of Meteorological Conditions and Fire Hotspots on PM0.1 in Northern Thailand during Strong Haze Episodes and Carbonaceous Aerosol Characterization by Chaiyoth Sresawasd, Thaneeya Chetiyanukornkul, Phuchiwan Suriyawong, Surajit Tekasakul, Masami Furuuchi, Mitsuhiko Hata, Rachane Malinee, Perapong Tekasakul, Racha Dejchanchaiwong

“…This study enhances the understanding of PM0.1 behavior in Chiang Mai, Thailand, during the haze periods in upper southeast Asia.…”
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Global, regional and national burden of asthma attributable to NO2 from 1990 to 2021: an analysis from the Global Burden of Disease Study 2021 by Chunyi Zhang, Jian Sun, Jingli Li, E Qin, Lingjing Liu, Guimei Pu

“…In contrast, Oceania and Southeast Asia showed increasing trends in asthma burden, with EAPCs of 2.33% (95% CI 1.57% to 3.10%) and 1.14% (95% CI 0.81% to 1.47%), respectively. …”
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A mixed methods study investigating factors affecting adherence to Plasmodium vivax malaria primaquine radical cure regimens among migrants along the Myanmar-Thailand border. by April T Ansari, Ko Ko Aung, Htun Htun Win, Candy Beau, Be Nu, Nay Lin Soe, Klay Htoo, Thida San, Tha Gay Wah, Arunrot Keereevijit, Aung Pyae Phyo, Kesinee Chotivanich, Nicholas J White, François Nosten, Ahmar H Hashmi, Cindy S Chu

“…<h4>Background</h4>The countries within the Greater Mekong Region of Southeast Asia have pledged to eliminate malaria by 2030. …”
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The combined effectiveness of acoustic indices in measuring bird species richness in biodiverse sites in Cyprus, China, and Australia by Christos Mammides, Pan Wuyuan, Guohualing Huang, Rachakonda Sreekar, Christina Ieronymidou, Aiwu Jiang, Eben Goodale, Harris Papadopoulos

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Chemical Constituents and Anti-Inflammatory Effect of Incense Smoke from Agarwood Determined by GC-MS by De-Qian Peng, Zhang-Xin Yu, Can-Hong Wang, Bao Gong, Yang-Yang Liu, Jian-He Wei

“…Agarwood is generally used to make incense sticks in China and Southeast Asia. It emits smoke with a pleasant odor when burned. …”
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Pesticide susceptibility monitoring of fall armyworms (Spodoptera frugiperda (J.E. Smith)): a simple methodology for information-sharing among Southeast Asian countries by Supangkana Thirawut, Woravit Sutjaritthammajariyangkun, Artit Rukkasikorn, Pruetthichat Punyawattoe, Uraporn Noonart, Youichi Kobori

“…It is highly migratory and was first detected in Southeast Asia in 2018, rapidly becoming a major pest of corn production in this region. …”
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Nutrient Profiling Models in Low- and Middle-Income Countries Considering Local Nutritional Challenges: A Systematic Review by Marie Tassy, Ries van Dijk, Alison L Eldridge, Tsz Ning Mak, Adam Drewnowski, Edith JM Feskens

“…“Choices” schemes that focus on positive messages have been implemented in Southeast Asia and Zambia where over- and undernutrition coexist. …”
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Ivermectin vs moxidectin for treating Strongyloides stercoralis infection: a systematic review by Cesar Henriquez-Camacho, Jose A. Pérez-Molina, Dora Buonfrate, Paola Rodari, Eduardo Gotuzzo, Benilde Luengo, María Nieves Plana

“…Both studies were conducted in southeast Asia (Cambodia and Laos). Neither trial included immunocompromised patients. …”
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National and subnational plans for primary prevention and early detection of oral and oropharyngeal cancer: a scoping review by Marcia Frias Pinto Marinho, Maria Clara Frias Lobo Marinho, Guido Artemio Marañón-Vásquez, Keith Bullia da Fonseca Simas, Mário José Romañach, Aline Corrêa Abrahão, Maria Augusta Visconti Rocha Pinto, Lucianne Cople Maia de Faria, Michelle Agostini

“…Among these, 124 (47%) addressed oral and oropharyngeal cancer risk factors and preventive strategies, including 73 national and 51 subnational plans (one from Australia, two from the United Kingdom and 48 from the United States) across 76 (39.2%) countries. Southeast Asia led with 81.8% self-governing political entities mentioning oral and oropharyngeal cancer risk factors and preventive strategies, followed by the Americas (63.5%). …”
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The Global Burden of Migraine: A 30-Year Trend Review and Future Projections by Age, Sex, Country, and Region by Lingkang Dong, Wenqi Dong, Yuchen Jin, Yumeng Jiang, Zhuangzhuang Li, Dongzhen Yu

“…East Asia and Latin America exhibited the most significant increases in migraine burden, whereas Southeast Asia exhibited the most pronounced decrease. …”
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Characterization and Antifungal Activity of Limonoid Constituents Isolated from Meliaceae Plants Melia dubia, Aphanamixis polystachya, and Swietenia macrophylla against Plant Patho... by Thanh Nguyen Tan, Hieu Tran Trung, Quang Le Dang, Hien Vu Thi, Hoang Dinh Vu, Tuan Nguyen Ngoc, Hoai Thu Thi Do, Thanh Huong Nguyen, Dang Ngoc Quang, Thang Tran Dinh

“…The plants of Meliaceae are native to tropical and subtropical regions as the Americas, west India, Southeast Asia, and Southern China. Many species of the genera Khaya, Swietenia, Aphanamixis, and Melia in this family are known as medicinal plants and have biological activities such as antiviral, antimicrobial, antifeeding, insecticidal, and cytotoxic properties. …”
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Demographic Profile and Clinical Characteristics of Fuchs Endothelial Corneal Dystrophy in Thai Patients: A Retrospective Cohort in a Tertiary Referral Center by Wannapanich T, Puangsricharern V, Satitpitakul V, Kittipibul T, Suphapeetiporn K

“…The growing use of DMEK highlights the shift towards less invasive procedures, mirroring global trends in Southeast Asia. These findings emphasize the importance of advancing surgical techniques and improving eye banking practices in the region.Keywords: corneal transplantation, endothelial keratoplasty, DMEK, keratoplasty trends, eye banking…”
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A New Regional Background Atmospheric Station in the Yangtze River Delta Region for Carbon Monoxide: Assessment of Spatiotemporal Characteristics and Regional Significance by Yi Lin, Shan Li, Yan Yu, Meijing Lu, Bingjiang Chen, Yuanyuan Chen, Kunpeng Zang, Shuo Liu, Bing Qi, Shuangxi Fang

“…The winter CO concentration remained elevated but peaked in March in the early spring due to the combined effect of regional emissions within the YRD and transportation impacts of North China and Southeast Asia sources. The diurnal cycle had a nocturnal peak and a morning valley but with a distinct afternoon climb, as the metropolis in the YRD contributed to a local concentration enhancement. …”
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In vitro and in vivo investigations of selected varieties of Areca catechu L - Phytochemical analysis, antiulcer, and wound healing activity by R. Deveswaran, D.J. Madhu Kumar, V. Madhavan, Soma Chaki, Misbah Khan, Govind R. Kadambi, B.V. Basavaraj, J. Anbu

“…Arecanut, commonly chewed in the Indian subcontinent and Southeast Asia for its purported medicinal benefits, contains arecoline, a pyridine alkaloid known for its pharmacological effects. …”
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Evaluation of NxTAG Respiratory Pathogen Panel and Comparison with xTAG Respiratory Viral Panel Fast v2 and Film Array Respiratory Panel for Detecting Respiratory Pathogens in Naso... by K. H. Chan, K. K. W. To, P. T. W. Li, T. L. Wong, R. Zhang, K. K. H. Chik, G. Chan, C. C. Y. Yip, H. L. Chen, I. F. N. Hung, J. F. W. Chan, K. Y. Yuen

“…Sensitive and specific laboratory diagnosis of all influenza A viruses subtypes is especially essential in certain epidemic regions, such as Southeast Asia. The results of this study should help clinical laboratory professionals to be aware of the different performances of commercially available molecular multiplex RT-PCR assays that are commonly adopted in many clinical diagnostic laboratories.…”
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