Dose-dependent effects of camel milk on immune function and metabolic health in weaning rats
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Alyaa Farid, Mahy Mohamed, Maryam Amr
Breastfeeding cannot fulfill an infant’s nutritional needs beyond six months, necessitating the introduction of alternative milk sources. Camel milk has emerged as a promising candidate …
Genetic polymorphisms in DNA repair gene XRCC1 and the risk of diabetic polyneuropathy
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Noha Ali Hashim, Hatim A. El-Baz, Zahraa I. Abo Afya
Abstract This study aimed to investigate the association between XRCC1 Arg399Gln and Arg194Trp single nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs) and the risk and severity of polyneuropathy (DPN) …
HCC risk stratification scores: insights from large multi-center national cohort study
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Imam Waked, Gamal Esmat, Mohamed AbdAllah
Current guidelines advocate biannual HCC surveillance for chronic hepatitis C patients who achieved sustained virological response (SVR) following direct acting antivirals (DAAs), posing a heavy …
Policies and strategies for HPV vaccination schedule completion in immunocompromised girls, including girls living with HIV: Qualitative insights from Eswatini, Malawi, and Uganda
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Emily Crawford, Tosin F. Ajayi, Immaculate Ampeire
Immunocompromised girls, including girls living with HIV, face significantly increased risk for HPV-linked cervical cancer and require a differentiated human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccination schedule. While …
Rapid synergistic cloud point extraction of copper in environmental samples with greenness and toxicity evaluation using a triazole based Schiff base
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Magda A. Akl, Eslam A. Ghaith, Aya Gamal Mostafa
Abstract Herein, a novel copper-triazole derivative Schiff base nanocomplex (HIT-Cu 2+ ) was obtained via the reaction of the 3-(2-(4-amino-5-mercapto-4 H-1,2,4-triazol-3-yl)hydrazineylidene)indolin-2-one (HIT) Schiff base with …
Applying human-centered design to adapt a multifaceted implementation strategy for integrating HIV and NCD services in Lusaka, Zambia: Healthcare worker perspectives
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Tulani Francis L. Matenga, Michael E. Herce, J. Hope Corbin
There has been limited research reporting approaches used in the adaptation of implementation strategies for integrating HIV and NCD services that involve healthcare providers in …
Assessing wildlife threats and land use changes in protected areas of North-eastern Ethiopia
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Estifanos Feleke, Eniyew Assefa, Melese Genete
Abstract Wildlife conservation in North-Eastern Ethiopia faces increasing threats due to human activities and environmental changes. This study examines the interplay between land-use changes and …
Patients’ perceptions of care in a Type 1 hybrid effectiveness-implementation trial on intravenous iron for anaemia in pregnancy in Nigeria
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Mobolanle Balogun, Opeyemi Akinajo, Rachel A. Thompson
INTRODUCTION: Iron deficiency anaemia is a common cause of anaemia in pregnancy, which is highly prevalent in low-and middle-income countries (LMICs). Evidence from LMICs indicates …
Boosting brain tumor segmentation: A novel 3D pooling approach with U-net 3D
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Mohamed Gasmi, Mohammed Elbachir Yahyaoui, Makhlouf Derdour
Brain tumor segmentation is a crucial task in medical imaging that has a significant impact on diagnosis and treatment planning. This study introduces a novel …
Enhancing aerodynamic performance using biomimetic wavy trailing edges on aircraft wing at low Reynolds number
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Mohamed A. Aziz, Mohamed A. Khalifa, Haitham Elshimy
Abstract This study investigates the aerodynamic effects of biomimetic wavy trailing edges inspired by natural designs, focusing on their application to a swept-back NACA 0012 …
Community voices: Exploring beliefs, attitudes, practices and recommendations for improving stroke prevention and stroke care in rural and urban communities in Nigeria
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Ezinne Uvere, Carolyn Jenkins, Ezinne Sylvia Melikam
INTRODUCTION: Globally, stroke is a leading cause of mortality with higher incidence in low- and middle-income countries. However, stroke beliefs and knowledge among community partners …
Weighted average algorithm adjusted a novel (1 + FOPI)-FOPI-TID controller structure for AGC with integration of non-linearities and cyber-attack
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Moses Awal, Michael Robson Atim, Jimmy Nabende Wanzala
The integration of diverse energy sources and the advent of smart grids have intensified the challenges in load frequency management (LFM). Modern power systems are …
Contemporary trends of witchcraft accusations and resulting violence against children: A scoping review and bibliometric analysis protocol
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Cara Spence, Edward Salifu Mahama, Kimberly Jarvis
OBJECTIVE: This review seeks to understand the global trends of contemporary witchcraft accusations and related harms against children and adolescents (0-18 years of age). INTRODUCTION: …
Diagnostic and immunological roles of leptin gene rs7799039 polymorphism and cytokines in COVID-19, HCV, and dual infection
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Amany A. Sakr, A.Y. Ahmed, Nabil A. Hasona
The identification of reliable diagnostic biomarkers is essential for improving the early detection, prognosis, and management of viral infections. Interleukin-6 (IL-6), tumor necrosis factor-alpha (TNF-α), …
Skin-related adverse events and their associated factors among Diabetic patients on insulin therapy
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Dennis Patson Mbwambo, Wigilya P. Mikomangwa, Rajabu Hussein Mnkugwe
BACKGROUND: More than 530 million individuals globally are afflicted with diabetes mellitus (DM), and the prevalence continues to escalate. Insulin remains the cornerstone of DM …
Data sharing for zoonoses surveillance in Senegal: challenges and opportunities
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Khady Diouf, Marion Bordier, Jean-Hugues Caffin
Introduction: Zoonoses are a growing threat to global health, requiring effective integrated surveillance. Such surveillance relies on the structured and secure sharing of data between …
Nutrient-free biorefinery of corn steep water into lactic acid by Bacillus licheniformis OP16-2 under thermo-alkaline conditions with a pilot-scale assessment
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Mohamed T. Selim, Salem S. Salem, Ehab F. El‐Belely
Lactic acid (LA) is utilized across multiple industries, including polymers, chemicals, cosmetics, and food. Its production from lignocellulosic biomass offers a promising solution to overcome …
Comparative assessment of the impact of iron deficiency on HbA1c accuracy in non-anaemic individuals with type 2 diabetes: A secondary data analysis
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Rogers Mukasa, Nathan Mubiru, Isaac Sekitoleko
PURPOSE: Results from a few studies have been conflicting regarding whether iron deficiency affects HbA1c reliability, and the mechanisms by which iron might influence HbA1c …
The meta-analysis study on the effects of the quality of lime materials on the soil physicochemical properties and crop yields in acid soils
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William Makaza, Lotfi Khiari, Mounir El Achaby
Soil acidity remains a critical constraint to global agricultural productivity. Liming is a well-established management practice to ameliorate acid soils, yet the agronomic effectiveness of …
Local actors’ perceptions and adaptation strategies in response to agricultural policies on neglected and underutilized species in Benin
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Baké Dado Tossou, Soulé Akinhola Adéchian, Janvier Egah
Agricultural systems in sub-Saharan Africa continue to face mounting pressures from food insecurity, climate variability, and the erosion of agro-biodiversity. In Benin, neglected and underutilized …