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Potential of saccharomyces cerevisiae fermentation-derived postbiotic technology in mitigating multiple drug-resistant Salmonella enterica serovars in an in vitro broiler cecal model
Diamond V Original XPC® is a Saccharomyces cerevisiae fermentation-derived postbiotic technology (SCFP) designed to interact synergistically with the animal to provide health benefits by enhancing imm...
Strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats of mobile applications in undergraduate nursing: a scoping review protocol
Aim To describe the protocol for a scoping review on the main strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats of mobile applications in undergraduate nursing. Background Some studies have shown tha...
Telemedicine interventions for improving antibiotic stewardship and prescribing: A systematic review
The global antibiotic resistance crisis necessitates optimized stewardship programs, with telemedicine emerging as a promising delivery strategy. This systematic review evaluated the effectiveness of...
A novel use of Stereo Baited Remote Underwater Video and Drop-Down Video for biodiversity and marine landscape mapping and prediction
To make the best-informed decisions on managing marine resources whilst also restoring biodiversity, the creation and analysis of benthic maps is highly valuable. This study focuses on benthic mapping...
Mendelian randomization study showed no causality between metformin treatment and polycystic ovary syndrome
Background Despite previous clinical studies providing some evidence of an association between metformin treatment and polycystic ovary syndrome(PCOS), these findings remain controversial. To investig...
Machine learning for automated electrical penetration graph analysis of aphid feeding behavior: Accelerating research on insect-plant interactions
The electrical penetration graph (EPG) is a well-known technique that provides insights into the feeding behavior of insects with piercing-sucking mouthparts, mostly hemipterans. Since its inception i...
Monitoring sodium content in packaged foods sold in the Americas and compliance with the updated regional sodium reduction targets
Background Sodium reduction is a cost-effective measure to prevent noncommunicable diseases. The World Health Organization (WHO) established a target of a 30% relative reduction in...
Possible sarcopenia and depression among middle-aged and older adults in China: A 9-year longitudinal survey
Possible sarcopenia (PS) and depression are prevalent among middle-aged and older adults. However, few studies have evaluated the causal association between depression and PS, as well as its component...
The evolution of bone-eating worm diversity in the Upper Cretaceous Chalk Group of the United Kingdom
The bone-eating worm Osedax is today a member of the highly adapted invertebrate assemblages associated with whale carcasses on the ocean floor. The worm has also been found in a variety of other vert...
The supplemental nutrition assistance program and older adults: A scoping review protocol
Objective The objective of this scoping review is to describe the scope of original published research on SNAP and older adults. Introduction Food insecurity among older adults in the United Stat...
Study protocol: LIAM Mc trial (Linking In with Advice and supports for Men impacted by Metastatic cancer)
Background The significant increase in cancer survivorship rates necessitates a comprehensive, multidisciplinary approach to supportive care services. This study seeks to assess th...
Stable topical application of antimicrobials using plumbing rings in an ex vivo porcine corneal infection model
Microbial keratitis (MK) is a substantial cause of clinical blindness worldwide. Pseudomonas aeruginosa is an opportunistic Gram-negative bacterium and is the leading cause of MK. Infection models are...
Sub-sector, property rights system, and performance of China’s tourism enterprises: DEA and Luenberger approach
This study is designed to delve into the efficiency and total factor productivity (TFP) of tourism enterprises, aiming to uncover the sources of variation in these metrics. To meet this objective, we...
Elucidating the impact of Hypericum alpestre extract and L-NAME on the PI3K/Akt signaling pathway in A549 lung adenocarcinoma and MDA-MB-231 triple-negative breast cancer cells
Plants of the Hypericaceae family have been traditionally used for their medicinal properties, including antibacterial, antiviral, and antioxidant activities. Among these, Hypericum alpestre (HA) extr...
Productivity and stress recollection inaccuracy: Anchoring effects in work-from-home evaluation
Self-reported productivity and satisfaction have become central metrics in evaluating work-from-home (WFH) policies, yet their reliability remains largely unexamined. Despite growing scrutiny of WFH e...
Could optical coherence tomography detect monosodium urate crystal deposition at artery walls? An exploratory, phantom-based study
Objective Some reports suggest monosodium urate (MSU) crystals may deposit in artery walls. This exploratory study evaluated the capacity of optical coherence tomography (OCT) to detect MSU crystals i...
A population spatialization method based on the integration of feature selection and an improved random forest model
Ascertaining the precise and accurate spatial distribution of population is essential in conducting effective urban planning, resource allocation, and emergency rescue planning. The random forest (RF)...
Investigation of interface characteristics and mechanical performances of Cu/Al plate fabricated by underwater explosive welding method
Cu/Al composite plate was manufactured by underwater explosive welding method. The interface characteristics and mechanical properties of Cu/Al composite plate were evaluated and analyzed through phas...
TENS improves CFL injury rat and regulates the intestinal microbiota
Aim This study revealed the mechanism of transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS) for improving the calcaneofibular ligament (CFL) injury rats by regulating the intestinal microbiota. Me...
Current status and influencing factors of nurses’ work engagement in Chinese tertiary hospitals: A latent profile analysis
Background Work engagement is a work-related state of mind full of positivity and vigor. Understanding the current status and influencing factors of nurses’ work engagement is essential for improving...
The existing characteristics, transport patterns, and significance of nanoparticulate pollutants in groundwater surrounding an industrial park
Nanoparticles, increasingly recognized by regulators and the public, have become potential pollutants in various media, including water. Water security, a pressing global issue, is exacerbated by indu...
Influencing factors of HCV testing willingness among men who have sex with men in China: A structural equation modeling analysis
Background Men who have sex with men (MSM) are a population with greater likelihood of the hepatitis C virus (HCV). Early detection of HCV status is beneficial to therapy and prevention of the furthe...
Using an analytic rubric system for the evaluation of anterior ceramic crown preparation performed by preclinical dental students
Background This study aimed to assess the performance of preclinical dental male and female students in performing maxillary anterior all-ceramic preparations using a validated analytic rubric system...
Interface agent modified by ternary polymers for ceramic tile of old walls based on grey relational analysis
The Interface Agent for Old Wall Tiles (IAWT) is an environmentally friendly material. However, its application in engineering is limited by its tendency to lose adhesion under harsh conditions. Facto...
Depression as a risk factor for Alzheimer’s disease: A human post-mortem study
Depression is associated with persistent low mood. In mid to late life, it has been identified as a risk factor for Alzheimer’s disease (AD) with evidence that depression might be an early manifestati...