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Biomarker For Cardiorenal Syndrome Risk In Patients With Liver Cirrhosis And Type 2 Diabetes In Saudi Arabia, Walaa Mohammedsaeed, Zain J Alghamdi

Saudi Medical Journal

Objectives: To evaluate the correlation between different attributes, levels of biomarkers, and the probability of developing cardiorenal syndrome (CRS) in patients who have been diagnosed with type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) and liver cirrhosis (LC). The hypothesis suggests that liver illness may be linked to renal impairment, cardiac dysfunction, and the development of cardiorenal syndrome Methods: The current study retrospectively assessed the medical records of patients who had LC and T2DM diagnoses and were hospitalized at Al Madina Al Munwara hospitals in 2022 and 2023. Results: This research investigated T2DM patients with physician-confirmed to have LC. Poor glycemic control is …

Establishing Marine Protected Areas In The Southern Ocean, Lessons For The Bbnj Agreement, Nengye Liu

Research Collection Yong Pung How School Of Law

This paper first gives a brief overview of the Commission for the Conservation of Antarctic Marine Living Resources (CCAMLR)’s struggle to establish Antarctic Marine Protected Areas (MPAs). The paper then addresses the question: what lessons can countries learn from CCAMLR's experience in establishing high seas MPAs under the Biodiversity in Areas Beyond National Jurisdiction (BBNJ) Agreement? The paper finds that the final text of the BBNJ Agreement did largely reflect CCAMLR's experience when it comes to MPAs. This is particularly so with respect to 1) clarification of the relationship between conservation and use; 2) the interpretation and application of a …

The Correlation Of Human Leukocyte Antigen (Hla) Haplotypes With Clinical And Laboratory Profiles Of Celiac Disease In Children, Raghad Dawood, Raghad Najem, Arabiya Ali, Rabab Farhan

Iraqi Postgraduate Medical Journal

Background:Celiac disease is an immune-mediated enteropathy triggered by the ingestion of gluten in genetically susceptible individuals. Gluten is the major protein component of wheat, rye, and barley, the major predisposing genes are the HLA-DQ2 and DQ8 genotypes found in at least 95% of patients. Achieving early diagnosis of coeliac disease is critical to ensuring good lifelong health and providing children with the ability to thrive .Objective:To demonstrate the profiles of coeliac disease (the way in which coeliac disease present , to find out age and sex distribution , endoscopical and histopathological finding) and to analyze the correlation of HLA haplotypes …

Application Of Clavien-Dindo Classification System In The Early Complications Of Radical Cystectomy In Al-Yarmook Teaching Hospital, Ahmed Abbass Al-Sadie, Saad Al-Sammarraie, Taha Kadhum

Iraqi Postgraduate Medical Journal

BACKGROUND: The most effective treatment for muscle-invasive bladder cancer and non-muscle invasive bladder cancer with highest risk of progression, is Radical cystectomy and urinary diversion. This operation carries                  a high risk of complications of multiple types that can affect not only the urinary system but also other systems. OBJECTIVE: This study analyzes the early complications (within 30 days) of Radical Cystectomy and urinary diversion, using a standardized classification system i.e. Clavien-Dindo classification system. PATIENTS AND METHODS: This is a combined retrospective and prospective study analyzing the early complications of RC.                    We review the early (30 days) post-operative period retrospectively for …

The Shared Experiences Of Novice, Full-Time Allied Dental Community College Educators, Misty L. Mesimer

Educational Leadership & Workforce Development Theses & Dissertations

A well-prepared oral healthcare workforce is essential to the overall health of the general population. A knowledgeable and qualified workforce would be non-existent without strong academic programs and faculty to prepare oral health professionals. For over 20 years, the dental and allied dental educator workforce has been a concern for the oral health professions. Since most allied dental education programs are based in community and technical colleges, it is crucial to thoroughly understand the transition experiences of faculty teaching at these institutions. It is only through application and use of this knowledge that these faculty can be recruited, supported, and …

“I Know How Much He Cares For Our Learning”: Moral Life In University Elt Classrooms, Leila Tajik, Seyyed Abdolhamid Mirhosseini, Mahsa Kashkooli

The Qualitative Report

In Iran’s higher education English language teaching (ELT) context, we explored the moral nuances embedded in two conversation courses offered to undergraduate students majoring in English Literature at one of the branches of the Islamic Azad University (IAU) in Tehran. We collected data through classroom observations, field notes, and semi-structured individual and focus group interviews. Our content analysis revealed a range of moral values embedded in significant incidents, which we categorized into five themes: (a) relations, (b) rules and regulations, (c) assessment, (d) curricular substructure, and (I) culture. These themes were further subcategorized into more specific concepts that emerged from …

Neutrosophic Hypothesis To Validate The Efficacy And Safety Of Propolis In The Treatment Of External Bacterial Otitis In Canines, Nancy M. Cueva-Salazar

Neutrosophic Sets and Systems

Propolis, known for its antibacterial, antifungal, antioxidant, antiviral, immunomodulatory, and anti-parasitic properties, has been the subject of this study to evaluate its efficacy and safety in the treatment of bacterial external otitis in domestic canines. Through questionnaires administered to veterinary experts and the use of neutrosophic logic for hypothesis test-ing, perceptions based on clinical experiences and scientific literature were analyzed. The results indicate strong agree-ment that propolis is effective and safe, surpassing some aspects of conventional antibiotic treatments and demonstrating high tolerability without serious side effects. This acceptance underscores its potential as a natural alternative in veterinary treatments, particularly valuable …

Using Plithogenic Statistics To Determine Optimal Guinea Pig Manure Dosing In Prickly Pear Cultivation, Jorge F. Troya-Sarzosa, Cristian Oña

Neutrosophic Sets and Systems

This study applied plithogenic statistics to evaluate how different doses of guinea pig manure affect the cultivation of Opuntia ficus-indica (commonly known as prickly pear) and soil quality. It was determined that 7.5 tons/ha, referred to as treatment T3, is the optimal dose, as it maximizes the growth and production of the plant, improves plant height, and increases the production of buttons and berries. T3 also optimized organic matter and adjusted the pH to ideal levels, maintaining a nutritional balance that ensures the availability of nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium. This balance enhances agricultural production without sacrificing soil sustainability. In conclusion, …

Neutrosophic Clustering Analysis With Data From Cysticercus Tenuicollis Dna Samples, Blanca Mercedes Toro Molina, Rafael Alfonso Garzón Jarrin, Mauricio Rafael Aguilera Vizuete, Christian Geovanny Ávila Rocha, Luis Favian Cartuche Macas, Edilberto Chacón Marcheco

Neutrosophic Sets and Systems

Parasitic diseases caused by Cysticercus tenuicollis significantly impact the livestock industry. The quantification of such impacts presents challenges due to the handling of data obtained through modern molecular techniques. This investigation explores the application of neutrosophic cluster analysis to the study of Cysticercus tenuicollis DNA. Neutrosophic clustering and the use of linguistic terms help interpret analyses, employing a five-step neutrosophic clustering algorithm: selection of the clustering algorithm, definition of distance metrics, data preparation, algorithm execution, and examination of results. Samples from 20 sheep exhibiting liver cysts were collected in Cotopaxi Province, Ecuador. The analysis resulted in a neutrosophic cluster where …

Neutrosophic Statistical Analysis Of The Efficacy Of Biostimulants In Amaranth Varieties, Carlos Torres Miño, Christina Lozano, Emerson Jácome, David Carrera Molina, Murat Gins

Neutrosophic Sets and Systems

This study evaluated the effects of biostimulants on two varieties of amaranth, Valentina (Amaranthus tricolor) and Ne-zhenka (Amaranthus hybridus), in terms of germination, growth, and biomass production. Using neutrosophic statistics allowed for the measurement of indeterminacies and the analysis of variables such as days to germination, stem length, number of leaves, and biomass production. The results showed that seaweed extract was the most effective biostimulant, accelerating germination, increasing stem length and the number of leaves, and maximizing biomass production. Mean-while, Nezhenka stood out for its superior biomass production, especially with seaweed extract, while Valentina was no-table for its rapid germination. …

The Rheological Analysis Of Ancestral Beverages, Neutrosophic C-Means (Ncm) Clustering Algorithm Of Data, Ana M. Trávez-Castellano, Gabriela B. Arias-Palma, Renato A. Romero-Corral

Neutrosophic Sets and Systems

This study focuses on the rheological analysis of cassava and chonta chichas (Manihot esculenta Crantz and Bactris gasipaes) produced in the Province of Pastaza, aiming to preserve and disseminate the cultural and nutritional heritage of these traditional beverages. The research emphasizes the integration of ancestral knowledge into modern production prac-tices, exploring sensory characteristics that could influence consumer preferences and production standardization. In Pas-taza, it has been observed that traditional production methods, such as chewing cassava and chonta to initiate fermentation, expose the product to microbial risks, making it potentially unpalatable and unsafe for consumption. To address these is-sues, this work …

Reproducing And Challenging Islamophobia In News Framing Of Ilhan Omar And Rashida Tlaib, Two Prominent Muslim Women In U.S. Politics, Saiqa Shahzadi

Communication ETDs

ABSTRACT

Muslim women are frequently misrepresented in U.S. mainstream media and often portrayed adversely as a homogeneous group of women defined and silenced by religious and gender oppression. Scholarly research has documented how this historical pattern of representation ignores their intersectional, complex identities and reinforces the discourse of Islamophobia. This thesis will explore this problem in the case of the first Muslim American women elected to the U.S. House of Representatives: Ilhan Omar (D-Minnesota) and Rashida Tlaib (D-Michigan). Drawing on theories of media framing, intersectionality, and Islamophobia, the research examined 12 in-depth stories from 2019 and 2023 in three mainstream …

Decreasing Overall Breast Cancer Risk Through Assessment, Treatment, And Prevention Of Vitamin D Deficiency In The Adult Population, Rachel Jamison

Doctor of Nursing Practice Scholarly Project

The primary objective of this study is to examine the effectiveness of an educational initiative aimed at enhancing nurse practitioners' understanding and recognition of vitamin D deficiency. The purpose of this program is to equip them with the skills to screen, diagnose, and manage this condition to mitigate the overall risk of breast cancer in patients. Vitamin D deficiency is a prevalent global health issue that affects over one billion people, and it can manifest at any stage of life without showing any symptoms, making it challenging for healthcare providers to detect. However, even mild or prolonged deficiencies can lead …

Microbiomes In Birds: A Review Of Links To Health And Reproduction, Mary Ann Ottinger, Shailaja Mani, Sonja Krüger, Brent Coverdale, Sandi Willows-Munro, Leigh Combrink

Faculty, Staff and Students Publications

Microbiomes have emerged as a key component essential for maintaining the health of an organism. Additionally, the roles of microbiomes are multifaceted, some unique to specific body areas and organs while others, particularly the gut microbiome, having broader effects on the entire organism. Comparative literature is emerging that compares microbiomes across mammals and birds. Domestic poultry have been the most extensively studied relative to their role in production agriculture. These data have provided a great deal of information about the effects of diet and nutritional requirements relative to the gut microbiome, productivity, and resilience to diseases. Conversely, limited research has …

Genetic Correlations Between Liver Fat Content, Metabolic Health, And Adiposity Distribution In The Fels Longitudinal Study, Ariana L. Garza, Miryoung Lee, John Blangero, Cici X. Bauer, Stefan A. Czerwinski, Audrey C. Choh

School of Medicine Publications

Highlights

• Steatosis and all other related phenotypes examined were significantly heritable.

• Liver fat showed significant genetic correlation with various phenotypes.

• The strongest genetic correlation of liver fat was with insulin resistance.

• Glucose homeostasis phenotypes were also genetically correlated to adiposity traits.

Abstract

Background and aims

Hepatic steatosis is known to be heritable, but its genetic basis is mostly uncharacterized. Steatosis is associated with metabolic and adiposity features; recent studies hypothesize that shared genetic effects between these traits could account for some of the unexplained heritability. This study aimed to quantify these genetic associations in a family-based sample of non-Hispanic white …

The Multifaceted Life Of Macrophages In White Adipose Tissue: Immune Shift Couples With Metabolic Switch, Qun Wang, Sean M Hartig, Christie M Ballantyne, Huaizhu Wu

Faculty, Staff and Students Publications

White adipose tissue (WAT) is a vital endocrine organ that regulates energy balance and metabolic homeostasis. In addition to fat cells, WAT harbors macrophages with distinct phenotypes that play crucial roles in immunity and metabolism. Nutrient demands cause macrophages to accumulate in WAT niches, where they remodel the microenvironment and produce beneficial or detrimental effects on systemic metabolism. Given the abundance of macrophages in WAT, this review summarizes the heterogeneity of WAT macrophages in physiological and pathological conditions, including their alterations in quantity, phenotypes, characteristics, and functions during WAT growth and development, as well as healthy or unhealthy expansion. We …

The Role Of Transoral Incisionless Fundoplication (Tif) In The Management Of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (Gerd) Following Peroral Endoscopic Myotomy (Poem): A Pilot, Prospective, Patient-Driven Study, Fares Ayoub, Tara Keihanian, Noor Zabad, Salmaan Jawaid, Kalpesh Patel, Mohamed O Othman

Faculty, Staff and Students Publications

BACKGROUND: Gastroesophageal reflux (GERD) is a concern after peroral endoscopic myotomy (POEM). Transoral incisionless fundoplication (TIF) has been recently described as a possible therapy for post-POEM GERD in case series.

METHODS: We prospectively enrolled patients undergoing POEM who agreed to participate in objective post-procedure GERD evaluation. Patients with objective evidence of GERD and suitable anatomy were offered TIF vs. proton pump inhibitor (PPI) only. Patients who underwent TIF were compared to those on PPI-only therapy after follow-up.

RESULTS: Of 21 enrolled POEM patients with objective testing, GERD was found in 11 (52%). Of those eligible for TIF, 4 (40%) opted …

Optimal Fat-Modified Diet Duration For The Treatment Of Postoperative Chylothorax In Children, Melissa M. Winder, Stephanie Schwartz, Jason R. Buckley, Kristi L. Fogg, Megan Matiasek, Alissa Lyman, Alisa Tortorich, Kathy Holmes, Deborah U. Frank, Mandy Nasworthy, Piyagarnt E. Vichayavilas, Rebecca A. Bertrandt, Cam Kasmai, Jill C. Kuester, Tia T. Raymond, Lawrence E. Greiten, Ron W. Reeder, David K. Bailly

College of Nursing Faculty Research and Publications

Background

Dietary modification is the mainstay of treatment for postoperative cyclothorax in children. However, optimal fat-modified diet (FMD) duration to prevent recurrence is unknown. Our aim was to determine the association between FMD duration and chylothorax recurrence.

Methods

Retrospective cohort study conducted across 6 pediatric cardiac intensive care units within the United States. Patients aged < 18 years who developed chylothorax within 30 days after cardiac surgery between January 2020 and April 2022 were included. Patients with a Fontan palliation, who died, or were lost to follow-up or within 30 days of resuming a regular diet were excluded. FMD duration was defined as the first day of a FMD when chest tube output was < 10 mL/kg/d without increasing until the resumption of a regular diet. Patients were classified into 3 groups (< 3 weeks, 3-5 weeks, >5 weeks) based on FMD duration.

Results

A total of 105 patients were included: < 3 weeks (n = 61) 3-5 weeks (n = 18), and >5 weeks (n = 26). Demographic, surgical, and hospitalization characteristics were not different across groups. In the >5 weeks group, chest tube duration was longer compared with the < 3 weeks and 3-5 weeks groups (median, 17.5 days [interquartile range, 9-31] vs 10 and 10.5 days; P = .04). …

Priorities For Clinical Research In Pediatric Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation Anticoagulation From The Pediatric Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation Anticoagulation Collaborative Consensus Conference, Jennifer A Muszynski, Melania M Bembea, Alison Gehred, Elizabeth Lyman, Katherine Cashen, Ira M Cheifetz, Heidi J Dalton, Adam S Himebauch, Oliver Karam, Katie M Moynihan, Marianne E Nellis, Caroline Ozment, Lakshmi Raman, Natalie E Rintoul, Ahmed Said, Arun Saini, Marie E Steiner, Ravi R Thiagarajan, Kevin Watt, Ariane Willems, Nicole D Zantek, Ryan P Barbaro, Katherine Steffen, Adam M Vogel, Peta M A Alexander

Faculty, Staff and Students Publications

OBJECTIVES: To identify and prioritize research questions for anticoagulation and hemostasis management of neonates and children supported with extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) from the Pediatric ECMO Anticoagulation CollaborativE (PEACE) consensus.

DATA SOURCES: Systematic review was performed using PubMed, EMBASE, and Cochrane Library (CENTRAL) databases from January 1988 to May 2021, followed by serial consensus conferences of international, interprofessional experts in the management of ECMO for critically ill neonates and children.

STUDY SELECTION: The management of ECMO anticoagulation for critically ill neonates and children.

DATA EXTRACTION: Within each of the eight subgroups, two authors reviewed all citations independently, with a third …

Executive Summary: The Pediatric Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation Anticoagulation Collaborative (Peace) Consensus Conference, Peta M A Alexander, Melania M Bembea, Katherine Cashen, Ira M Cheifetz, Heidi J Dalton, Adam S Himebauch, Oliver Karam, Katie M Moynihan, Marianne E Nellis, Caroline Ozment, Lakshmi Raman, Natalie E Rintoul, Ahmed S Said, Arun Saini, Marie E Steiner, Ravi R Thiagarajan, Kevin Watt, Ariane Willems, Nicole D Zantek, Ryan P Barbaro, Katherine Steffen, Adam M Vogel, Christopher Almond, Marc M Anders, Gail M Annich, Leonardo R Brandão, Wayne Chandler, Megan Delaney, Robert Digeronimo, Sitaram Emani, Samir K Gadepalli, Alejandro V Garcia, Bereketeab Haileselassie, Robert Hyslop, Martin C J Kneyber, Lisa Baumann Kreuziger, Jennifer Le, Laura Loftis, Ali B V Mcmichael, D Michael Mcmullan, Paul Monagle, Kathleen Nicol, Matthew L Paden, Jason Patregnani, John Priest, Leslie Raffini, Lindsay M Ryerson, Steven R Sloan, Jun Teruya, Andrew R Yates, Alison Gehred, Elizabeth Lyman, Jennifer A Muszynski

Faculty, Staff and Students Publications

OBJECTIVES: To present recommendations and consensus statements with supporting literature for the clinical management of neonates and children supported with extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) from the Pediatric ECMO Anticoagulation CollaborativE (PEACE) consensus conference.

DATA SOURCES: Systematic review was performed using PubMed, Embase, and Cochrane Library (CENTRAL) databases from January 1988 to May 2021, followed by serial meetings of international, interprofessional experts in the management ECMO for critically ill children.

STUDY SELECTION: The management of ECMO anticoagulation for critically ill children.

DATA EXTRACTION: Within each of eight subgroup, two authors reviewed all citations independently, with a third independent reviewer resolving any …

A Guide To Understanding Big Data For The Nurse Scientist: A Discursive Paper, Henry Ofori Duah, Samantha J. Boch, Sara Arter, Nichole Nidey, Joshua Lambert

College of Nursing Faculty Research and Publications

Big data refers to extremely large data generated at high volume, velocity, variety, and veracity. The nurse scientist is uniquely positioned to leverage big data to suggest novel hypotheses on patient care and the healthcare system. The purpose of this paper is to provide an introductory guide to understanding the use and capability of big data for nurse scientists. Herein, we discuss the practical, ethical, social, and educational implications of using big data in nursing research. Some practical challenges with the use of big data include data accessibility, data quality, missing data, variable data standards, fragmentation of health data, and …

Bile Acids Differentially Regulate Longitudinal Smooth Muscle Contractility In Everted Mouse Ileum, Peace N Dike, Krishnakant G Soni, Diana S Chang, Geoffrey A Preidis

Faculty, Staff and Students Publications

Bile acids regulate gastrointestinal motility by mechanisms that are poorly understood. Standard isolated tissue bath assays might not recapitulate in vivo physiology if contractile responses to certain bile acids require direct application to the intestinal mucosa. We sought to determine the feasibility of quantifying longitudinal smooth muscle contractile responses to bile acids from intact segments of everted mouse ileum. Ileum from adult female C57BL/6J mice was isolated, gently everted over a notched metal rod, and mounted in tissue baths. Individual bile acids and agonists of bile acid receptors were added to the baths, and longitudinal smooth muscle contractile responses were …

Correlations Of Physical And Psychological Health In Parents Of Individuals With Autism Spectrum Disorder, Norah L. Johnson, Abir K. Bekhet, Emily Zint, June Wang, Sylvia Peña, Amy V. Van Hecke, Mauricio Garnier-Villarreal, Alexander V. Ng

College of Nursing Faculty Research and Publications

Background: Individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) have social communication difficulties and restricted, repetitive, and/or sensory behaviors or interests. The prevalence of ASD is now 1 in 36 individuals. Parents of individuals with ASD face challenges that can affect their physical and psychological wellbeing.

Objective: With the long-term goal to tailor an exercise program, the purpose of this study was 2-fold: (1) establish the baseline physical and mental health of parents of individuals with ASD and (2) estimate the relationship of physiologic variables with psychological variables of health for parents of individuals with ASD.

Methods: This descriptive, cross-sectional study (N …

Exercise And Diet Support In Breast And Prostate Cancer Survivors: Findings From Focus Groups, Jack Dalla Via, Christopher R. Andrew, Brenton J. Baguley, Nina Stewart, Jonathan M. Hodgson, Joshua R. Lewis, Mandy Stanley, Mary A. Kennedy

Research outputs 2022 to 2026

Purpose: Cancer survival is improving, making optimal management of long-term treatment-related adverse effects increasingly important. Exercise and a healthy diet are beneficial and regularly recommended in cancer survivorship guidelines; however, few cancer survivors meet these recommendations so there is a need to explore why. This study aimed to understand experiences receiving exercise and diet support among Australian breast and prostate cancer survivors during and following treatment, and to explore what support they would like to receive. Methods: Adults who completed active treatment for breast or prostate cancer were recruited via a private cancer care centre. Using a qualitative descriptive study …

Identification Of Core Competencies For Exercise Oncology Professionals: A Delphi Study Of United States And Australian Participants, Mary A. Kennedy, Kelley Covington Wood, Anna Campbell, Melanie Potiaumpai, Christopher M. Wilson, Anna L. Schwartz, Jessica Gorzelitz, Maxime Caru, Kathryn H. Schmitz

Research outputs 2022 to 2026

Introduction: Integration of exercise into standard oncology care requires a highly skilled workforce of exercise professionals; however, competency requirements have not kept pace with advancements in the field. Therefore, the aim of this study was to obtain consensus on core competencies required for an exercise professional to be qualified to work with adults undergoing active cancer treatment. Materials and Methods: A three-round modified electronic Delphi process was used. In Round 1, an international group of 64 exercise oncology stakeholders (i.e., exercise oncology professionals (n = 29), clinical referrers (n = 21), and people with lived experience (n = 14)) responded …

Strong Marine Heatwaves Trigger Flowering In Seagrass, Catalina A. García-Escudero, Victoria Litsi-Mizan, Pavlos T. Efthymiadis, Vasilis Gerakaris, Oscar Serrano, Eugenia T. Apostolaki

Research outputs 2022 to 2026

In recent decades, the global intensification of marine heatwaves has impacted several ecosystems and species, including the endemic Mediterranean seagrass Posidonia oceanica. However, the scarcity of research in Eastern Mediterranean meadows, where historical and present thermal conditions differ from those of the Western Mediterranean, hampers our ability to draw comprehensive conclusions regarding the species' response to elevated sea temperatures. Here, we studied flowering patterns of P. oceanica meadows (3–15 m depth) of the Greek seas and assessed their potential association with marine heatwaves, while also examining the effects on plant growth associated with the transition from vegetative to sexual reproduction. …

The Relationship Between Diet, Depression, And Alzheimer's Disease: A Narrative Review, Hilal Salim Said Al Shamsi, Stephanie R. Rainey-Smith, Samantha L. Gardener, Hamid R. Sohrabi, Rodrigo Canovas, Ralph N. Martins, Warnakulasuriya Mary Ann Dipika Binosha Fernando

Research outputs 2022 to 2026

Purpose of Review: This narrative review evaluates the role of diet in the relationship between depression and Alzheimer's disease (AD). Recent Findings: AD and depression are often comorbid, and depression appears to independently increase the future risk of AD. Evidence suggests diet influences the risk of both conditions directly and indirectly. Diet impacts neurochemical and biological processes that may affect the development and progression of depression and cognitive dysfunction. The dietary components offering the greatest protection against depression and AD are yet to be determined. Current evidence highlights the importance of polyphenolic compounds, folate, B vitamins, and polyunsaturated fatty acids, …

Transforming Place-Based Management Within Watersheds In Fiji: The Watershed Interventions For Systems Health Project, Stacy D. Jupiter, Aaron P. Jenkins, Joel Negin, Shylett Anthony, Ponipate Baleinamau, Rachel Devi, Sikeli Gavidi, Alice Latinne, Kini Koto Mailautoka, Sangeeta Mangubhai, Kelera Naivalu, Timoci Naivalulevu, Vilisi Naivalulevu, Nabeela Nasim, Sikeli Naucunivanua, Sarah Nelson, Ingrid Qauqau, Anaseini Ratu, Mereia Ravoka, Jacqueline Thomas, Andrew Tukana, Paul Van Nimwegen, Ama Wakwella, Amelia Wenger, Donald Wilson, Pierre Horwitz

Research outputs 2022 to 2026

Watersheds offer opportunities for place-based interventions to transform systems health via preventative versus reactive approaches to management that achieve multiple co-benefits for public and environmental health. The Watershed Interventions for Systems Health in Fiji (WISH Fiji) project embraced participatory knowledge co-production and action-oriented research to identify risks to public and ecosystem health, prioritize interventions to address risks, and monitor responses of the system to interventions. We used screening filters and local knowledge to collaboratively identify five watersheds for action with high prior incidence of water-related diseases (Fiji’s “three plagues” of leptospirosis, typhoid and dengue) and high risk to downstream environmental …

Surface Roughness And Stain Remover Ability Of Prophylaxis Paste And Biochar Gel For Stained Teeth Based On Cucurbita Moschata – In Vitro Study, Shadwa Kabil

Dentistry

No abstract provided.

Surface Roughness And Stain Remover Ability Of Prophylaxis Paste And Biochar Gel For Stained Teeth Based On Cucurbita Moschata – In Vitro Study, Shadwa Kabil, Mohamed Mostafa Zayed, Mayssa Abdel Hady Mohamed, Elsayed Gamal Zaki Swelame, Shaimaa Moustafa Rohym

Dentistry

No abstract provided.