Tamarix honey phenolics attenuate cisplatin-induced kidney toxicity by inhibition of inflammation mediated IL-6/STAT3/TNF-α and oxidative stress-dependent Nrf2/caspase-3 apoptotic signaling pathways
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Hanan Y. Aati, Sultan Y. Aati, Hebatallah S. Bahr
Introduction: Cisplatin (CIS) is a productive chemotherapeutic agent that is effective against a variety of cancer types. Its utilization is linked to acute kidney injury …
Workaholism and work-family conflict among critical care nurses: a cross-sectional study
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Azza Hassan Mohamed Hussein, Lamiaa Zakria Taha Ramadan, Amal Diab Ghanem Atalla
BACKGROUND: Critical care nurses' boundaries between personal and professional life are sometimes blurred by the high demands placed on nurses. The rise in workaholism in …
A recycling route for e-waste and aluminium scrap to produce A2xxx and A3xx Al alloys
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Iman El-Mahallawi, Shaza Raji, Mayar M. Ali
Abstract Electronic waste (e-waste) generation is significantly escalating, while traditional recycling methods, failing to meet sustainability criteria, are still used. The implementation of sustainability requirements …
Hesperidin alleviates hypothyroidism-related cardiac dysfunction by targeting cardiac miRNAs, Nrf2/NF-κB signaling, oxidative stress and inflammation
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Asmaa M. Gaber, Adel Abdel‐Moneim, Eman S. Abdel-Reheim
Background: Hypothyroidism is a frequent endocrine health issue that is linked to adverse cardiovascular events. Accumulating evidence suggests that thyroid hormone replacement does not fully …
Herbal formulations, Product Nkabinde and Gnidia sericocephala, exhibit potent in vitro activity against HIV-1 infection
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Khanyisile Mngomezulu, Paradise Madlala, Siphathimandla Authority Nkabinde
Background While antiretroviral therapy (ART) has transformed HIV-1 into a manageable chronic illness, its long-term affordability and accessibility remain major challenges in resource-limited settings. Additionally, …
Environmental impact assessment of leachate from mining tailings using electrical resistivity imaging
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Mosaad Ali Hussein Ali, Wei Qian, Ragab ElSayed Rabeiy
The environmental difficulties from mining tailings arise mainly from legacy dump sites because these residues spread pollution through surrounding areas. Effective environmental management requires a …
Policy implementation and recommendations to address the double burden of malnutrition in South Africa: expert assessment using the expanded Healthy Food Environment Policy Index (Food-EPI)
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Nicole M. Holliday, Peter Delobelle, Carmen Klinger
BACKGROUND: South Africa faces a double burden of malnutrition (DBM), the coexistence and interaction of multiple forms of malnutrition (undernutrition, micronutrient deficiencies, and overweight/obesity) within …
mTOR pathway targeted inhibition via Rapamycin-loaded PLGA nanoparticles for enhanced bladder cancer therapy
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Nour-Elhoda El-Hefnawy, Magdy M. Youssef, Hassan Abol‐Enein
Bladder cancer remains a major clinical challenge due to high recurrence rates, metastatic potential, and the development of drug resistance driven by complex gene regulation. …
Effective deep learning aided vehicle classification approach using Seismic Data
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Sherief Hashima, Mohamed H. Saad, Ahmad B. Ahmad
Intelligent transportation systems (ITSs) significantly enhance traffic safety and management globally. A critical component of these systems is vehicle classification (VC), which supports vital applications …
Enhanced energy harvesting from NF-PVDF piezoelectric material for wearable electronics: I– V characterization and charge-discharge performance
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Ahmed Ibrahim Emara, Afaf Farag Shahba, G. N. Ali
Abstract This study explores the utilization of fabricated piezoelectric polyvinylidene fluoride nanofiber (NF-PVDF) materials in wearable electronic sensing applications by investigating their current-voltage ( $$\:I-V$$ …
Implementation gaps in food safety interventions: evidence from a multi-vocal review focusing on animal-source foods in Ethiopia
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Meseret Bekele, Delia Grace, Théodore Knight-Jones
Background Food safety in Sub-Saharan Africa, including Ethiopia, is shifting from identifying risks to implementing solutions, especially in the production, handling, and processing of animal-source …
A scoping review of school-based oral health interventions among adolescents in Nigeria
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Chukwuemeka Abel, Richard Oveh, Anita Dabar
Background: This scoping review aimed to map school-based oral health interventions for adolescents in Nigeria and to identify gaps that can be addressed to promote …
Classification of musculoskeletal pain using machine learning
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Dalia Mohamed Fouad, Marwa Mahmoud Mahfouz, Muhammad Syafiq Syed Mohamed
Musculoskeletal pain is a significant health concern affecting individuals across various demographics and professions, often leading to reduced productivity and impaired quality of life. This …
Evaluating predictive performance, validity, and applicability of machine learning models for predicting HIV treatment interruption: a systematic review
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Williams Kwarah, Frances Baaba da-Costa Vroom, Duah Dwomoh
BACKGROUND: HIV treatment interruption remains a significant barrier to achieving global HIV/AIDS control goals. Machine learning (ML) models offer potential for predicting treatment interruption by …
Enhancing sexual and reproductive health decision-making skills in underserved communities in Ghana: A quasi-experimental study
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Jacqueline Nkrumah, Aaron Asibi Abuosi, Lily Yarney
Adolescent sexual and reproductive health (SRH) decision-making is crucial for long-term well-being. It plays a significant role in public health efforts, including reducing sexually transmitted …
Effects of physical exercise during pregnancy on delivery outcomes: Systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials
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Betelhem Abebe Andargie, Abdrehman Legas, Abebe W Sellassie
BACKGROUND: Pregnant women should engage in a range of physical activities as it is not only safe but also has many maternal benefits. This systematic …
Milk yield, rumen fermentation, and microbiota of Shami goats fed diets supplemented with spirulina and yeast
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Alaa Emara Rabee, Moustafa Mohamed M Ghandour, Ahmed M. Sallam
Microalgae and live yeast have gained interest in improving animal performance. This study evaluated the effect of supplementation with Spirulina platensis, Saccharomyces cerevisiae, or their …
Design, synthesis and medical prospects of electrospun molecularly imprinted fibers
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Sarah H. Megahed, Mohammad Abdel‐Halim, Yahia I. Abouelenen
The current study describes fabrication of molecularly imprinted (MI) electrospun nanofibers of average diameter 500 nm for controlled delivery of two templates; ferulic acid (FA) …
Pulp response following direct pulp capping with Tideglusib and mineral trioxide aggregate: an animal study
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Momen M. Mhmod, Ehab Hassanien, Ashraf M. Abu‐Seida
BACKGROUND: Several biomaterials have been employed for direct pulp capping (DPC) with varying degrees of success. This study evaluated the pulp response following DPC with …
A rapid assessment of mortality surveillance in Uganda
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Marie Gorreti Zalwango, Caroline Kyozira, Mariam Nambuya
Mortality surveillance aids in identifying and addressing causes of death allowing health systems to adapt and respond effectively. An assessment of mortality surveillance in Uganda …