Oxidative stress and retinopathy: evidence from epidemiological studies by Xiangliang Liu, Yu Chang, Yuguang Li, Yingrui Liu, Wei Song, Jin Lu, Naifei Chen, Jiuwei Cui

“…This study aims to investigate the association between oxidative balance score (OBS) and prevalence of retinopathy in a nationally representative sample of U.S. adults, including both those with and without diabetes. …”
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The association between neutrophil to high-density lipoprotein cholesterol ratio and gallstones: a cross-sectional study by Yinkang Wang, Xingchen Shang, Yinchao Zhang, Yu Zhang, Wei Shen, Qian Wu, Wenyi Du

“…The purpose of this article is to examine the relationship between NHR and gallstones in a population of American adults. Methods This study investigated the correlation between NHR and gallstone prevalence among US adults using population-based data from the 2017–2020 National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES). …”
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Bio-energy auditing, system productivity, energy efficiencies and economics of different direct-seeded basmati rice-based cropping systems and nutrient management options by Rakesh Kumar Verma, Yashbir Singh Shivay, Radha Prasanna, Prakash Chand Ghasal, Chiter Mal Parihar, Mukesh Choudhary, Raghavendra Madar

“…The CS2 had 20.4% and 20.2% higher total system protein yield and protein equivalent yield for adults than DSBR-wheat-fallow, respectively. Application of NS3 had the highest total system protein yield (89.7%) and protein equivalent yield for adults (92.6%) over the control (NS0). …”
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Glycogen Storage Disease Type Ia: A Retrospective Claims Analysis of Complications, Resource Utilization, and Cost of Care by Eliza Kruger, Justin Nedzesky, Nina Thomas, Jeffrey D. Dunn, Andrew A. Grimm

“…Chronic complications (eg, gout, osteoarthritis, chronic kidney disease, and neoplasms) were more common in adults with GSDIa, whereas acute complications (eg, poor growth, gastrostomy, seizure, and hypoglycemia) were more common in children with GSDIa. …”
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The Association between Antihypertensive Medication Use and Blood Pressure Is Influenced by Obesity by Jash S. Parikh, Arshdeep K. Randhawa, Sean Wharton, Heather Edgell, Jennifer L. Kuk

“…Introduction. One in three US adults is living with obesity or hypertension, and more than 75% of hypertensive individuals are using antihypertensive medications. …”
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Unlocking the full potential of resistance training: a comparative analysis of low- and high-intensity effects on neurotrophic growth factors and homocysteine by Chongwen Zuo, Yi Yin, Zhiyang Zheng, Ren Mu, Yuxin Liang, Shan Wang, Chaoqun Ye

“…This study aimed to compare the impact of resistance training at varying intensities on peripheral neurobiological factors and homocysteine levels in young adults. Methods Twelve young male adults, predominantly engaged in various sports activities but without prior strength training experience, were recruited to participate in a randomized controlled cross-over trial. …”
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Distribution, Risk Assessment, and Quantitative Source Analysis of Soil Heavy Metals in a Typical Agricultural City of East-Central China by Wenyue Du, Peng Zeng, Shi Yu, Fan Liu, Ping’an Sun

“…According to the values of the Environmental Quality Standards for Soil (EQSS), the concentrations of heavy metals have not exceeded the standards and have relatively low potential ecological risks. (2) In terms of health risks, all soil heavy metals basically do not bring non-carcinogenic risks but acceptable carcinogenic risks to adults and children, except for Cd. The carcinogenic and non-carcinogenic risks of soil heavy metals for children are higher than those for adults, and the main exposure route is ingestion. …”
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Safety of Drinking Water from Primary Water Sources and Implications for the General Public in Uganda by Keneth Iceland, Kasozi, Sarah, Namubiru, Roland, Kamugisha, Ejike, Daniel Eze, Fred, Ssempijja, Alfred, Omachonu Okpanachi, Hellen, Wambui Kinyi, Jovile Kasande, Atusiimirwe, Dickson Stuart, Tayebwa, Joy, Suubo, Edgar Mario, Fernandez, Nathan, Nshakira, Andrew, Tamale

“…Similarly, no differences were found in the EDI for children and adults (P > 0.05). Furthermore, the HI showed an absence of noncarcinogenic risk associated (HI < 1), although the ILCR was higher in adults than children (P < 0.05) due to high Cd concentrations. …”
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L’écriture à l’université : un outil pour conceptualiser by Philippe Clauzard

“…Our contribution examines the effects of Writing activity in Training Programs for adults, and more specifically the effects of Reflexive Writing with we call the "learning journal". …”
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Insects: Friend or Foe? Color and Learn! by Jennifer L. Gillett-Kaufman

“…This activity will help connect kids and adults with the amazing diversity of animals for which we have articles in the UF/IFAS Featured Creatures database. …”
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Réception du 11 septembre 2001 au Québec. Persistance des mémoires nationales et émergence de mémoires globalisées by Christian Bergeron

“…Based on a mixed-methods research design, the study involved 504 adults from Quebec City participated in the CEVI international study (Changes and Events across the Life Course). …”
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Green lacewings (of Florida) Neuroptera: Chrysopidae by Lionel A. Stange

“…For this reason, they are used widely in biological control. The adults are usually predators, but a few species only feed on pollen. …”
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Disaster Tips for People with Disabilities by Carolyn S. Wilken

“…FCS9215/FY750: Preparing for a Disaster: Strategies for Older Adults (ufl.edu) …”
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Vespiform Thrips Franklinothrips vespiformis Crawford (Insecta:Thysanoptera: Aeolothripidae) by Runqian Mao, Yingfang Xiao, Steven P. Arthurs

“…The distinctive red, humped-back larvae and fast-moving ant-like adults are predaceous on small arthropods. In addition to being easily mistaken for an ant, this beneficial thrips is unusual in that it constructs a silken cocoon within which it pupates. …”
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The death of Cleopatra by Francois P. Retief, Louise Cilliers

“…Cobras may cause rapid death in spite of minor bite wounds, but in order to kill three adults, the snake would have to be large. Legend has it that the reptile was smuggled to Cleopatra in a small basket of figs, which would not have been possible with a large snake. …”
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Body Fat and Health: How Can I Tell if I am at Risk for Health Problems? by Kohrine A. Counts, Anne E. Mathews

“…In fact, over 30% of all US adults were obese as of 2012, and more than two-thirds are either overweight or obese. …”
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Anagyrus pseudococci Girault (Insecta: Hymenoptera: Encyrtidae) by Theresa Chormanski, Ronald D. Cave

“…Application involves placing a bottle containing the mummies in a dry spot of the crop and allowing the adults to emerge. This 5-page fact sheet was written by Theresa Chormanski and Ronald D. …”
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Vespiform Thrips Franklinothrips vespiformis Crawford (Insecta:Thysanoptera: Aeolothripidae) by Runqian Mao, Yingfang Xiao, Steven P. Arthurs

“…The distinctive red, humped-back larvae and fast-moving ant-like adults are predaceous on small arthropods. In addition to being easily mistaken for an ant, this beneficial thrips is unusual in that it constructs a silken cocoon within which it pupates. …”
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Hétérosexualités en action by Vulca Fidolini

“…This approach leads to analyse not only gender identification trajectories but also to observe how intra- and inter- cultural relations (e.g. between migrant and majority populations) or intra- and inter- generational relationships (e.g. between young people and adults) shape the experiences of the interviewees.…”
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Manipulation of Auditory Inputs as Rehabilitation Therapy for Maladaptive Auditory Cortical Reorganization by Hidehiko Okamoto

“…Neurophysiological and neuroimaging data suggest that the brains of not only children but also adults are reorganized based on sensory inputs and behaviors. …”
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