Optical Imaging Biomarkers of Drug-Induced Vascular Injury by Shu-An Lin MS, Donna L. Suresch, Brett Connolly, Gebre Mesfin, Raymond J. Gonzalez, Manishkumar R. Patel, Diane Shevell, Timothy Johnson, Bohumil Bednar

“…Drug-induced vascular injury (DIVI), defined as arterial medial degeneration/necrosis usually associated with perivascular inflammation, is frequently observed in the mesenteric arteries of rats but the relevance to humans remains a hurdle for drug development. Here, we describe the evaluation of commercially available optical imaging biomarkers using a rat DIVI model. …”
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Histologic evidence of neutrophil extracellular traps and fibrin(ogen) deposition in liver biopsies from patients with inflammatory liver disease by Fien A. von Meijenfeldt, Ton Lisman, Alessandra Pacheco, Yoh Zen, William Bernal

“…Experimental studies suggest that the interaction between neutrophils and platelets with local activation of coagulation could contribute to liver injury progression, but there have been limited studies in humans. Objectives: We studied the hemostatic components and neutrophil extracellular traps (NETs) in liver biopsies from patients with different inflammatory liver diseases. …”
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Evaluation of mucosal adjuvants to chitosan-nanoparticle-based oral subunit vaccine for controlling salmonellosis in broilers by Raksha Suresh, Shekoni Olaitan Comfort, Sara Dolatyabi, Jennifer Schrock, Mithilesh Singh, Gourapura J. Renukaradhya

“…Poultry meat and eggs are recognized as the major source of Salmonella food poisoning in humans. Our study evaluated the protective efficacy of mannose-conjugated chitosan-nanoparticle (mChitosan-NP)-based subunit vaccine, consisting of immunogenic outer membrane proteins and flagella of Salmonella Enteritidis [mChitosan (OMP+FLA)/FLA-NP], coadministered orally with potent mucosal adjuvants to reduce the colonization of S. …”
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Ancient and contemporary shellfish cultivation practices bolster bivalve communities and diversity‐biomass relationships by Kieran D. Cox, Hailey L. Davies, Ben Millard‐Martin, Morgan Black, Margot Hessing‐Lewis, Nicole F. Smith, Francis Juanes, Sarah E. Dudas

“…Abstract Marine ecosystems provide humans with access to nutritious food. The discussion surrounding the cultivation of intertidal resources currently focuses on recent decades, disregarding a robust history of complex social‐ecological interactions and environmental stewardship. …”
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Biochemical and Histopathological Studies of Key Tissues in Healthy Male Wistar Rats Fed on African Yam Bean Seed and Tuber Meals by Omena Bernard Ojuederie, John Adebayo Ajiboye, Olubukola Oluranti Babalola

“…Good processing of AYB seeds is required for safe consumption by humans and livestock. This study has shown that tubers of AYB are safe for human consumption and should be utilized in meals as it contains fewer antinutrients and had no significant effect on the tissues examined in Wistar rats.…”
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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

“…Clinical trials performed using various stem cell types show promising results to their safety and effectiveness on reducing the effects of ischemic stroke in humans. Another important aspect of stem cell therapy discussed in this review is tracking endogenous and exogenous NSCs with magnetic resonance imaging. …”
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Echinococcosis of dogs in the North Caucasian Subjects (infrastructural, epizootological and sanitary-hygienic analysis) by S. Sh. Kabardiev, A. M. Bittirov, S. A. Aigubova, N. Kh. Gyulakhmedova

“…The issues of soil contamination with Echinococcus granulosus eggs are understudied that’s why the objective of the research was to study canine echinococcosis which poses a threat to animal and human disease freedom in the North Caucasian countries. …”
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Cyanidin and Cyanidin-3-Glucoside Alleviate Peptic Ulcer Disease: Insights from in vitro, and in vivo Studies by Prayoga DK, Aulifa DL, Budiman A, Levita J, Jiranusornkul S

“…These compounds have proven effective in managing other health problems, including peptic ulcers, but more in-depth exploration in clinical settings is required to confirm therapeutic potential in humans. It is necessary to validate the therapeutic efficacy and safety in human populations. …”
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24-epibrassinolide regulates oxytetracycline-induced phytotoxicity and its detoxification mechanism by Suya Chen, Shanshan Zhou, Xuan Xuan, Lili Niu, Lu Zhao, Jingjie Guo, Dongmei Xu

“…Oxytetracycline (OTC), a crop-absorbable antibiotic, poses a health risk to humans through the food chain. Conversely, 24-epibrassinolide (EBL), a plant growth hormone, mitigates the toxic effects of various pollutants on plants. …”
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Sustainable Environmental Monitoring: Multistage Fusion Algorithm for Remotely Sensed Underwater Super-Resolution Image Enhancement and Classification by Wad Ghaban, Jawad Ahmad, Ali Akbar Siddique, Mohammad S. Alshehri, Anila Saghir, Faisal Saeed, Baraq Ghaleb, Mujeeb Ur Rehman

“…If compared with the land mass there are a lot of unexplored locations, a wealth of natural resources, and diverse ocean creatures that are inaccessible to us humans. Underwater rovers and vehicles play a vital role in discovering these resources, yet limited visibility in deep waters and technological constraints impede underwater exploration. …”
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Seasonal Determination of Antibiotic-Resistant Microorganisms and Ciprofloxacin Residues in Pork and Chicken Meats Collected from Fresh Markets in Chiang Mai, Northern Thailand by Sirikwan Dokuta, Sumed Yadoung, Sayamon Hongjaisee, Phadungkiat Khamnoi, Sirinya Manochomphu, Bajaree Chuttong, Surat Hongsibsong

“…Foodborne illnesses occur when adequate attention is not paid to food hygiene and safety, raising the potential for resistant bacteria to spread to humans through the food chain. This study aims to determine the presence of antibiotic-resistant organism contamination and ciprofloxacin residue in raw pork and chicken. …”
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Assessment of aflatoxin B1 contamination in rice and maize by Anh The Nguyen, Chuyen Van Nguyen, Ba Van Nguyen, Trang Thi-Thu Nguyen, Phuong Minh Nguyen, Kha Van Tran, Minh Duc Tong, Anh Tuan Le, Truong Thi Hoang, Manh Van Phan, Trung Hoang Nguyen

“…Mycotoxins can cause a variety of adverse health effects and pose a serious health threat to humans. The Maximum Residue Limits of aflatoxin B1 in processed cereals and ingredients are 2 parts per billion (ppb) and 5 ppb, respectively. …”
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Monkeypox: epidemiological situation, diagnostics, prevention, new challenges and problems of our time by Belyakova E.N., Shipulin G.A.

“…At the same time, the number of cases of monkeypox virus (MPXV) transmission to humans is increasing, and imported cases of monkeypox are increasingly occurring, with the virus spreading beyond natural foci in Africa [5]. …”
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Escherichia coli Strains Isolated from the Uteri Horn, Mouth, and Rectum of Bitches Suffering from Pyometra: Virulence Factors, Antimicrobial Susceptibilities, and Clonal Relations... by Juliana M. A. Agostinho, Andressa de Souza, Ruben P. Schocken-Iturrino, Lívia G. Beraldo, Clarissa A. Borges, Fernando A. Ávila, José M. Marin

“…Using the genotypic methods some isolates from uteri, pus, and saliva of the same bitch proved to have identical DNA profiles which is a reason for concern due to the close relationship between household pets and humans.…”
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Ecological and genetic assessment of the consequences of radiation influence on contaminated areas by A. B. Bigaliev, K. Z. Shalabaeva, B. E. Shimshikov, S. S. Kobegenova, L. M. Adilova, A. N. Kozhakhmetova, S. Sharakhmetov, M. N. Burkhanova

“…It has been established that the values of the volumetric activity of natural and man-made radionuclides in soil samples, drinking water and biosubstrates (pet hair, human peripheral blood samples) from settlements correspond to the value of the control level for this region. …”
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Correlation between MDA Level and Chitotriosidase-1 Activity in Seminal Fluid of Iraqi Infertile Males by Ali S. Abdul Aziz, Hedef D. Elyaseen, Hussain K. Kadhem

“…The notable chitinase in humans plays a significant role in the body's immunological response and is linked to inflammation, infection, tissue damage, and remodeling processes. …”
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Two previously undescribed triterpenoid saponins from the roots and rhizomes of Caulophyllum robustum Maxim by Cong-Yu Zhang, Yu-Mei Wang, Peng-Cheng Qiu, Jia-Yu Feng, Bing-Wen Wang, Yu Cao, Yi-Sha Wei, Yi-Tong Zhou, Hai-Feng Tang, Yun-Yang Lu, Qian Zhang

“…Since ancient times, plants have provided humans with important bioactive compounds for the treatment of various diseases. …”
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Shaping current European mitochondrial haplogroup frequency in response to infection: the case of SARS-CoV-2 severity by José Luis Cabrera-Alarcon, Raquel Cruz, Marina Rosa-Moreno, Ana Latorre-Pellicer, Silvia Diz de Almeida, Scourge Cohort Group, José A. Riancho, Augusto Rojas-Martinez, Carlos Flores, Pablo Lapunzina, Fátima Sánchez-Cabo, Ángel Carracedo, José Antonio Enriquez

“…Abstract The frequency of mitochondrial DNA haplogroups (mtDNA-HG) in humans is known to be shaped by migration and repopulation. …”
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Understanding the impacts of drought on peanuts (Arachis hypogaea L.): exploring physio-genetic mechanisms to develop drought-resilient peanut cultivars by Sameer Pokhrel, Prasanna Kharel, Swikriti Pandey, Stephanie Botton, Gema Takbir Nugraha, Corley Holbrook, Peggy Ozias-Akins

“…Peanuts under drought stress exhibit higher levels of pre-harvest aflatoxin contamination, a toxic fungal metabolite detrimental to both humans and animals. One way to sustain peanut production in drought-prone regions and address pre-harvest aflatoxin contamination is by developing drought-tolerant peanut cultivars, a process that can be accelerated by understanding the underlying physiological and genetic mechanisms for tolerance to drought stress. …”
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GC-MS analysis, antimicrobial and antiulcer evaluations of ginger-infused virgin coconut oil by Ibeabuchi Jude Ali, Okorie Ndidiamaka H, Adonu Cyril C, Omeh Romanus C, Obidiegwu Onyeka C, Okonkwo Raymond M, Okafor Judith O, Okoye Festus BC

“… Medicinal herb-infused oil is utilized in folkloric medicine due to its efficacy in ameliorating various diseases of humans; even with this evidence, most herbs are still underutilized and poorly investigated. …”
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