Are tropical oceanic islands overlooked? Knowledge gaps regarding the vulnerability of amphibians to global anthropogenic threats by Renoir J. Auguste, Amy E. Deacon, Mark F. Hulme

“…We carried out a systematic review of the literature on experimental studies published during 1 July 1998–30 June 2022, to evaluate whether there are knowledge gaps in relation to geographical scope, taxonomic representation, life stage assessment, the factors affecting amphibians and how species and populations respond to these factors. Of 327 articles on climate change and 451 on land-use change, the research of only 18 was carried out on tropical oceanic islands, only on anurans, and < 20% of the authors were affiliated with an oceanic island institution. …”
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Assessment of scenarios for intensifying pasture management and grazing in fragile micro-watersheds of high Andean mountains by Jorge Eduardo Grijalva Olmedo, Paola Mercedes Palate Moreta, Roy Roger Vera-Vélez, Raúl Armando Ramos Veintimilla, Jean-François Tourrand, Arnulfo Portilla Narváez

“… In the Andean hillsides of Ecuador, indigenous populations use land mainly for grazing sheep and cattle. …”
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Association of ATP-Binding Cassette Transporter A1 Gene Polymorphisms in Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus among Malaysians by Polin Haghvirdizadeh, Vasudevan Ramachandran, Ali Etemad, Farzad Heidari, Nooshin Ghodsian, Norzian Bin Ismail, Patimah Ismail

“…ATP-binding cassette transporter A1 (ABCA1) gene polymorphisms are reported as the one of the genetic risk factors for T2DM in various populations with conflicting results. This study was conducted based on PCR-HRM to determine the frequency of ABCA1 gene by rs2230806 (R219K), rs1800977 (C69T), and rs9282541 (R230C) polymorphisms Malaysian subjects. …”
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The impact of energy drinks on health of children and young adults - review of latest research by Klaudia Kożuchowska, Dawid Pilarz, Marcelina Szewczyk, Maria Morawska, Aleksandra Tomczyk, Julia Ufnal, Dominika Lewandowska, Dominika Rosińska-Lewandoska, Klaudia Drewko, Kinga Jarosz

“…Further research is needed, with emphasis on maintaining ethics, to determine long-term effects of Energy Drinks use in these populations. …”
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Significant reduction in Hepatitis B virus infections following 32 years of universal Hepatitis B vaccination as part of EPI, Thailand by Pornjarim Nilyanimit, Nasamon Wanlapakorn, Preeyaporn Vichaiwattana, Lakkhana Wongsrisang, Sirapa Klinfueng, Nungruthai Suntronwong, Wichan Bhunyakitikorn, Piyada Angsuwatcharakon, Chaninan Sonthichai, Narong Thawinwisan, Pichet Puedkuntod, Sunsanee Phattharasrivongchai, Parichaya Loprakhon, Watcharanan Tinnaitorn, Thawatchai Luankaew, Sasithorn Vinothai, Somjet Chaijaroen, Pornsawan Meechin, Chalermpol Pongpichit, Yong Poovorawan

“…Thailand’s HBV NPI significantly reduced HBV infection rates, especially in younger populations. This study highlighted the program’s success and guided future elimination efforts to achieve hepatitis elimination goal by 2030.…”
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The Role of Physical Activity in Managing Urological Health by Hubert Bigajski, Aleksandra Banaś, Maciej Michalik, Piotr Widera, Marta Handschuh, Olga Bilczewska, Justyna Helis, Wiktoria Janik, Paulina Jakubczyk, Aleksandra Buczek

“…Despite strong evidence supporting its benefits, gaps remain in understanding optimal exercise prescriptions and long-term effects across diverse populations. Future research should focus on tailoring interventions to patient needs, exploring innovative modalities like high-intensity interval training, and integrating exercise with other treatments to improve outcomes. …”
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Analysing the Multidimensional Nature of Poverty: a Focus on Housing Insecurity in South Africa by Zamokuhle Ndaba, Steven Henry Dunga, Precious Mncayi-Makhanya

“…This concerning result highlights that, even after more than thirty years of democracy, housing remains a significant problem in South Africa.Conclusions: The study reveals that housing insecurity significantly impacts Black populations, with female heads of households in rural and informal settings facing the most severe challenges.…”
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Prevalence of <i>Batrachochytrium dendrobatidis</i> in Amphibians in Northwestern Italy’s Protected Areas by Arianna Meletiadis, Matteo Riccardo Di Nicola, Stefano Bovero, Marco Favelli, Marzia Pezzolato, Stefania Grella, Giusi Rezza, Pier Luigi Acutis

“…Chytridiomycosis, caused by the fungus <i>Batrachochytrium dendrobatidis</i> (Bd), is a significant threat to global amphibian populations, leading to widespread declines and extinctions. …”
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TB prevention activities in the WHO European Region by A. Matteelli, Z. Mkrtchyan, T. Masini, A. Hovhannesyan, G. Kuchukhidze, S. Ahmedov, P. Kerndt, L. Rossi, A. Yedilbayev, D. Falzon, A. Dadu

“…This will require a massive scale-up of efforts and larger investments, as well as coordinated approaches and interventions across the ‘cascade’ of prevention, from the identification of target populations to the completion of treatment.…”
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Self-Limiting OX513A Aedes aegypti Demonstrate Full Susceptibility to Currently Used Insecticidal Chemistries as Compared to Indian Wild-Type Aedes aegypti by Prabhakargouda B. Patil, Kevin J. Gorman, Shaibal K. Dasgupta, K. V. Seshu Reddy, Shirish R. Barwale, Usha B. Zehr

“…Studies in several countries have shown the effectiveness of the strain at reducing pest Aedes aegypti populations. As a component of biosafety assessments relevant to Indian environments, OX513A and two Indian wild-type Ae. aegypti strains (from Aurangabad and Delhi) were tested for susceptibility to a range of commonly used insecticides in India, such as dichlorodiphenyltrichloroethane (DDT), malathion, deltamethrin, and permethrin using World Health Organization (WHO) testing kits and following WHO standard test procedures. …”
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Anise and Fennel Essential Oils and Their Combination as Natural and Safe Housefly Repellents by Hataichanok Passara, Sirawut Sittichok, Cheepchanok Puwanard, Jirisuda Sinthusiri, Tanapoom Moungthipmalai, Kouhei Murata, Mayura Soonwera

“…Thus, the fennel + anise EO combination has great potential to be developed as a safe, natural repellent for managing housefly populations.…”
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Designing a behaviour change intervention to address the behavioural risk factors for stillbirth: A study protocol [version 1; peer review: 2 approved, 1 approved with reservations... by Richard A. Greene, Keelin O'Donoghue, Tamara Escañuela Sánchez, Molly Byrne, Karen Matvienko-Sikar

“…The proposed intervention could be adapted and implemented in other settings to prevent stillbirth in high-risk populations.…”
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Environmental Pollutants as Emerging Concerns for Cardiac Diseases: A Review on Their Impacts on Cardiac Health by Vinay Kumar, Hemavathy S, Lohith Kumar Dasarahally Huligowda, Mridul Umesh, Pritha Chakraborty, Basheer Thazeem, Anand Prakash Singh

“…Monitoring and risk assessment play a crucial role in identifying vulnerable populations and assessing pollutant impacts, considering factors like age, gender, socioeconomic status, and lifestyle disorders. …”
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First evidence of the effectiveness of a field application of RNAi technology in reducing infestation of the mite Varroa destructor in the western honey bee (Apis mellifera) by Francesca Bortolin, Emanuele Rigato, Sergio Perandin, Anna Granato, Laura Zulian, Caterina Millino, Beniamina Pacchioni, Franco Mutinelli, Giuseppe Fusco

“…This study supports the potential of RNAi as a promising alternative to chemical pesticides, offering a targeted, efficient and sustainable solution for managing V. destructor in honey bee populations. Graphical Abstract…”
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Genetic and peripheral biomarkers of comorbid posttraumatic stress disorder and traumatic brain injury: a systematic review by Kiriana Cowansage, Reshmi Nair, Jose M. Lara-Ruiz, Daniel E. Berman, Courtney C. Boyd, Tiffany L. Milligan, Daniel Kotzab, Dawn M. Bellanti, Lisa M. Shank, Maria A. Morgan, Derek J. Smolenski, Ida Babakhanyan, Nancy A. Skopp, Daniel P. Evatt, Marija S. Kelber

“…BackgroundPosttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) commonly cooccurs with traumatic brain injury (TBI) in military populations and is a significant predictor of poor long-term outcomes; however, it is unclear to what extent specific biological variables are associated with comorbidity. …”
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iPSC-Derived Retinal Pigment Epithelium Allografts Do Not Elicit Detrimental Effects in Rats: A Follow-Up Study by Peter D. Westenskow, Felicitas Bucher, Stephen Bravo, Toshihide Kurihara, Daniel Feitelberg, Liliana P. Paris, Edith Aguilar, Jonathan H. Lin, Martin Friedlander

“…We observed no gross abnormalities in the eyes, livers, spleens, brains, and blood in aging rats with iPSC-RPE grafts. iPS-RPE cells that integrated into the subretinal space outlived the photoreceptors and survived for as long as 2 1/2 years while nonintegrating RPE cells were ingested by host macrophages. Both populations could be distinguished using immunohistochemistry and electron microscopy. iPSC-RPE could be isolated from the grafts and maintained in culture; these cells also phagocytosed isolated photoreceptor outer segments. …”
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Hibernation Habitat Selection by the Threatened Chinese Softshell Turtle (Pelodiscus sinensis) in the Yellow River Wetlands of Northwest China: Implications for Conservation Manage... by Qingjun Zhu, Meiling Hong, Qiutong Xie, Fei Kong, Liu Lin, Hai‐tao Shi

“…The Chinese softshell turtle (Pelodiscus sinensis), a medium‐sized freshwater turtle, is widely distributed in China; however, populations are rapidly declining, and threatened by habitat destruction, overfishing, and water pollution. …”
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Chlorhexidine cytotoxicity on oral Behaviors: Last 20 Years systematic review by Luca Fiorillo, Cesare D'Amico, Vini Mehta, Marco Cicciù, Gabriele Cervino

“…While its efficacy in reducing bacterial populations and preventing oral infections is well established, the long-term impact of chlorhexidine on oral health should be considered in the context of its potential cytotoxicity. …”
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Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy: insights into pathophysiology and novel therapeutic strategies from clinical studies by Samuel Oluwadare Olalekan, Olalekan Olanrewaju Bakare, Patrick Godwin Okwute, Ifabunmi Oduyemi Osonuga, Muinat Moronke Adeyanju, Victoria Biola Edema

“…Future research should prioritize the development of robust biomarkers for early detection and risk stratification, particularly in diverse populations, to enhance clinical outcomes. Furthermore, it is imperative to delve deeper into the genetic mutations and molecular mechanisms associated with HCM, with a focus on exploring the roles of less-studied myocardial relaxation proteins and their interactions with sarcomere constituents.…”
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Low-Level Zoonotic Transmission of Clade C MERS-CoV in Africa: Insights from Scoping Review and Cohort Studies in Hospital and Community Settings by Andrew Karani, Cynthia Ombok, Silvia Situma, Robert Breiman, Marianne Mureithi, Walter Jaoko, M. Kariuki Njenga, Isaac Ngere

“…Human outbreaks of Middle East respiratory syndrome coronavirus (MERS-CoV) are more common in Middle Eastern and Asian human populations, associated with clades A and B. In Africa, where clade C is dominant in camels, human cases are minimal. …”
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