Time to control of anthrax outbreaks in Africa, 2014–2023: A systematic review and meta-analysis
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Alex Riolexus Ario, Esther Buregyeya, Elizeus Rutebemberwa
Anthrax is a notifiable zoonotic disease targeted for control in Africa, however, outbreaks due to anthrax are still frequent and large. Surveillance systems should monitor …
Quercetin-mediated restoration of high-fat diet-induced male reproductive dysfunction through modifying spermatogenesis and unraveling 3β-HSD, 17β-HSD, and StAR pathways
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Mona Hafez, Shereen Gad, Yasser El‐Sayed
PURPOSE: We explored the astounding potential of quercetin (QRT) to counteract the determinantal impacts of a high-fat diet (HFD) on testicular function in rat model. …
Fruit fly infestation of cucurbitaceous vegetables in Morogoro—Eastern Central Tanzania
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Petronila Tarimo, Sija A. Kabota, Ramadhani Majubwa
Fruit flies (Diptera: Tephritidae) are a significant threat to cucurbit production in Tanzania. To effectively combat these pests, it is crucial to understand the patterns …
In vivo and in situ evaluation of innovative approaches in dentin hypersensitivity treatment
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Heba Abd El-Fattah Mohamed, Dalia E. Mohamed, Elhassan E.E. Hassanein
BACKGROUND: Dentin hypersensitivity (DH) causes transient sharp pain from exposed dentinal tubules, adversely affecting oral health and quality of life. This study compared the efficacy …
Disparate co-evolution and prevalence of sulfadoxine and pyrimethamine resistance alleles and haplotypes at dhfr and dhps genes across Africa
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Nina F. D. White, Georgia Whitton, Varanya Wasakul
Sulfadoxine-pyrimethamine (SP), despite emergence of mutations in dhfr and dhps genes associated with lower treatment efficacy, is still recommended for preventive malaria treatment. Therefore, it …
Trend analysis of rainfall and temperature in Metuge district, northern Mozambique
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Heráclito Rodrigues Comia, Fekadu Beyene Kenee, Fred Charles Nelson
Abstract Climate change poses significant economic, social, political and environmental challenges, with impacts varying depending on the geographical location and adaptive capacity. This study addresses …
Impact of climate change on the potential global prevalence of Macrophomina phaseolina (Tassi) Goid. under several climatological scenarios
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Peter F. Farag, Dalal Hussien M. Alkhalifah, Shimaa K. Ali
Introduction Climate change forms one of the most dangerous problems that disturb the earth today. It not only devastates the environment but also affects the …
Obstetric admission and maternal mortality in the intensive care unit in Africa: A systematic review and meta-analysis
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Alemwork Abie, Molla Getie Mehari, Tenagnework Eseyneh Dagnew
BACKGROUND: Obstetric complications are a major contributor to maternal morbidity and mortality worldwide, especially in low-resource settings such as many countries in Africa. Intensive care …
Non-invasive brain stimulation for borderline personality disorder: a systematic review and network meta-analysis
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Mohamed Ezzat M. Mansour, Khalid Radwan Alsaadany, Mohamed S. Ahmed
INTRODUCTION: Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) is a complex neuropsychiatric condition characterized by four main symptom domains: emotion dysregulation, behavioral dysregulation, self-image disturbances, and interpersonal instability. …
Contribution of arbuscular mycorrhiza and exoenzymes to nitrogen acquisition of sorghum under drought
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Rosepiah Munene, Osman Mustafa, Sara Loftus
Introduction: For low-fertile and degraded soils of sub-Saharan Africa, nitrogen (N) is often the most growth-limiting factor restricting crop yields. The often-suggested exploitation of advantageous …
Coffee berry disease: a threat to Arabica coffee production in Ethiopia
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Kumlachew Alemu
Abstract Ethiopia is the primary center of origin for Arabica coffee (Coffea arabica L.), which constitutes over two-thirds of global coffee production. However, the economic …
Accurate bladder cancer diagnosis using ensemble deep leaning
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Rana A. El-Atier, Mohamed S. Saraya, Ahmed I. Saleh
There are an estimated 1.3 million cases of cancer globally each year, making it one of the most serious types of urinary tract cancer. The …
Effect of Germination Time on the Content of Nutritional and Bioactive Compounds of Chenopodium quinoa Wild. Seeds Cultivated in Eastern Morocco
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Abderrahmane Nazih, Abdesselam Maâtougui, Loubna Esseghir
Germination can be considered an important process for modifying quinoa seeds' nutritional and bioactive compounds.Understanding how germination modifies seed composition is essential to optimize their …
Effects of porn addiction on mental health and personality of nursing students: a cross-sectional study in Egypt
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Nashwa Ahmed Hussein Abdel Karim, Mahmood Ahmed Osman, Yasmin Mohamed Mohamed Abdelmonaem
BACKGROUND: Pornography addiction is increasingly concerning among young adults, including nursing students, who face high academic and professional pressures. Easy internet access has escalated porn …
Unlocking the potential of Chlorella sp. biomass: an effective adsorbent for heavy metals removal from wastewater
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Ntombiphumile Perceverence Tenza, Stefan R. Schmidt, Precious Nokwethemba Mahlambi
Conventional wastewater treatment methods are often ineffective at fully removing heavy metals, leading to environmental and health risks. These methods are also chemically intensive and …
Remotely sensed data contribution in predicting the distribution of native Mediterranean species
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Ahmed R Mahmoud, Emad A. Farahat, Loutfy M. Hassan
The global change threats significantly alters the ecological distribution of species across different ecosystems. Species distribution models (SDMs) are considered a widely used tool for …
Enhanced distillate production of stepped solar still via integration with multi-stage membrane distillation
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Amar Mahgoub, Samy M. Elsherbiny, O.A. El-Masry
Abstract Arid and coastal regions, such as Egypt, face significant challenges in meeting potable water demands driven by population growth and sustainable development. Energy-efficient desalination …
Reliability of teledentistry mobile photos versus conventional clinical examination for dental caries diagnosis on occlusal surfaces in a group of school children: a diagnostic accuracy study
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Lobna Sakr, Hala Abbas, Nahwand Thabet
BACKGROUND: Teledentistry offers an effective, cost-efficient solution for caries detection in school children, improving access to early diagnosis and preventive care in underserved areas. Through …
Energy aware stable path ad hoc on-demand distance vector algorithm for extending network lifetime of mobile ad hoc networks
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Tibebu Legesse, Dagne Walle Girmaw, Esubalew Yitayal
Traditional routing protocols in MANETs, such as AODV, do not take energy consumption into account, which leads to inefficient utilization of the limited battery resources. …
Climate change impacts and mental health in poor urban coastal communities in Ghana
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Sylvia Hagan, Ernest Darkwah, Yaw Agyeman Boafo
Coastal communities in African countries with lower carbon emissions face greater climate challenges but lack the capacity to address these challenges. The implication is that …