Targeting early diagnosis and treatment of pancreatic cancer among the diabetic population: a comprehensive review of biomarker screening strategies by Jie Yang, Chengming Wen, Hongkai Guo, Yahui Chai, Guodong Sun, Huijuan Cheng

“…Diabetes mellitus, marked by altered glucose metabolism, has emerged as a significant risk factor for PDAC development, highlighting a complex, bidirectional pathogenic relationship. This review systematically examines the intricate interactions between diabetes and PDAC, emphasizing their shared pathophysiological mechanisms. …”
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Advances in understanding the role of pentraxin-3 in lung infections by Li Ma, Dongmei Li, Yiyang Wen, Dongmei Shi, Dongmei Shi

“…It plays a crucial role in regulating complement activation, enhancing the ability of myeloid cells to recognize pathogens, and exerting various immune effects. PTX3 is integral to the regulation of innate immunity, inflammation, and tumor dynamics through its dual function as both a pro-inflammatory and anti-inflammatory mediator depending on the context. …”
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Viruses as Modulators of Mitochondrial Functions by Sanjeev K. Anand, Suresh K. Tikoo

“…Mitochondria-mediated immune responses might be an evolutionary adaptation by which mitochondria might have prevented the entry of invading microorganisms thus establishing them as an integral part of the cell. This makes them a target for all the invading pathogens including viruses. …”
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Catalogue of fungi in China 6: Rhytismataceae on twigs of Rhododendron by Mei-Jun Guo, Lan Zhuo, Shi-Juan Wang, Xiao-Nan Sui, Xiao-Ye Shen, Cheng-Lin Hou

“…Members of the Rhytismataceae (Rhytismatales) are found all over the world, which include saprobes, endophytes, and plant pathogens. They can infect a wide variety of host plants and cause plant diseases. …”
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BANNMDA: a computational model for predicting potential microbe–drug associations based on bilinear attention networks and nuclear norm minimization by Mingmin Liang, Xianzhi Liu, Juncai Li, Qijia Chen, Bin Zeng, Zhong Wang, Jing Li, Lei Wang

“…We conducted case studies on well-known drugs such as the Amoxicillin and Ceftazidime, as well as on pathogens such as Bacillus cereus and Influenza A virus, to further evaluate the efficacy of BANNMDA, and experimental outcomes showed that there were 9 out of the top 10 predicted drugs, along with 8 and 9 out of the top 10 predicted microbes having been corroborated by relevant literatures. …”
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Marine Bacteriophages as Next-Generation Therapeutics: Insights into Antimicrobial Potential and Application by Riza Jane S. Banicod, Aqib Javaid, Nazia Tabassum, Du-Min Jo, Md. Imtaiyaz Hassan, Young-Mog Kim, Fazlurrahman Khan

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Formulation of Entomopathogenic Nematodes for Above-Ground Use Against Tomato Leaf Miner, <i>Phthorimaea absoluta</i> by Bancy W. Waweru, Joelle N. Kajuga, Athanase Hategekimana, Assinapol Ndereyimana, Lydie Kankundiye, Christine Umulisa, Alphonse Nyombayire, Marie Mutumwinka, Primitive M. Ishimwe, Didace Bazagwira, Grace C. Mukundiyabo, Vincent de Paul Bigirimana, Xun Yan, Jozsef Kiss, Stefan Toepfer

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Novel H16N3 avian influenza viruses isolated from migratory gulls in China in 2023 by Peng Peng, Peng Peng, Peng Peng, Jinyan Shen, Wenjun Shi, Jing Guo, Mengjing Wang, Wenxi Li, Zhiqin Yue, Xiaohong Sun, Mengdi Guan, Lili Liu, Hongke Xu, Yujiao Xie, Anran Ren, Mingfeng Liu, Wenqiang Liu, Zhibin Zhang, Zhibin Zhang, Zhishu Xiao, Zhishu Xiao, Xuyong Li

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Single-cell RNA sequencing reveals key signaling pathways and biological functions in giant cell tumors of bone by Zuozhuan Lin, Zuoxi Chen

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COMPARATIVE EVALUATION OF ADHESIVE ABILITY OF MICROORGANISMS TO THERMOPLASTIC AND ACRYLIC BASE POLYMERS FOR REMOVABLE DENTAL PROSTHESES POLISHED WITH DIFFERENT PASTES by V.F. Makeyev, Ya.R. Hunovskyi

“…Consequently, the study results are important for critical evaluation of the quality of polishing thermoplastic and acrylic materials for the bases of removable dentures in terms of contamination on their surface of pathogenic microorganisms. The degree of contamination of acrylic and thermoplastic polymeric materials used for the manufacture of removable dentures will depend not only on their structural integrity and timing but also on the body's reaction to them, the development of inflammation, and allergic reactions. …”
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Mediators linking gut microbiota and sporadic Creutzfeldt–Jakob disease: a Mendelian randomization study by Jie Shao, Tengfei Su, Jinyan Wang, Xiang Yin, Yue Lang, Yuxin Fu, Li Cui

“…Conversely, the species Bacteroides eggerthii (OR = 1.228, 95% CI = 1.027–1.468, P = 0.025) and the order Chloroflexales (OR = 3.455, 95% CI = 1.214–9.835, P = 0.020) were pathogenic. Mediation analysis revealed that S-methylcysteine mediates 8.8% of ​​the effect of order Chloroflexales on sCJD risk​​, establishing it as a significant biological mediator in this pathogenic pathway. …”
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Species-specific circular RNA circDS-1 enhances adaptive evolution in Talaromyces marneffei through regulation of dimorphic transition. by Xueyan Hu, Minghao Du, Changyu Tao, Juan Wang, Yun Zhang, Yueqi Jin, Ence Yang

“…Thermal adaptability is a crucial characteristic for mammalian pathogenic fungi that originally inhabit natural ecosystems. …”
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Durable formulations of quorum quenching enzymes by Reed Jacobson, Colton Castonguay, Mikael H. Elias

“…Thermostable quorum quenching lactonases are appealing biotechnology tools for controlling microbial pathogenicity and biofilm formation via the interference of quorum sensing. …”
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Gut health modulation through phytogenics in poultry: mechanisms, benefits, and applications by Aderanti Ifeoluwa Oni, Oyegunle Emmanuel Oke

“…Their antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and antimicrobial properties help maintain and improve overall poultry performance and lower the prevalence of diseases related to gut and intestinal integrity. By promoting a balanced gut microbiota, phytogenics help reduce enteric infections, promote beneficial bacteria, and suppress pathogenic microbes, reducing the need for antibiotic growth promoters. …”
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Coordinated transcriptomic and metabolomic responses in rice reveal lignin-based physical barriers as key mechanisms of nonhost resistance to rust fungi. by Ce Zhang, Liru Jian, Tao Guan, Yiping Wang, Huihui Pang, Yiqian Xu, Yaoyao Xing, Jiawen Wang, Zhensheng Kang, Jing Zhao

“…Nonhost resistance (NHR) serves as a fundamental defense response in plants against non-adapted pathogens, yet its underlying molecular mechanisms remain poorly understood. …”
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Related differences in fecal bacteria of Chinese northern pregnant women of different ages: associations with maternal clinical indicators and neonatal outcomes by Feifei Hu, Gaona Liu, Xin Sun, Yao Su, Mingli Huang

“…., Bifidobacterium) and a lower prevalence of potential pathogens (e.g., Streptococcus). Metabolically, the fecal bacterial network in YMA participants was more integrated, whereas the AMA group showed a “high-complexity, low-efficiency” pattern with disrupted metabolic pathways, which may contribute to adverse pregnancy outcomes. …”
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The dual nature of plant growth-promoting bacteria: Benefits, risks, and pathways to sustainable deployment by Hassan Etesami

“…Mitigation strategies emphasize rigorous strain selection, optimized dosing, and integrated soil management to balance efficacy with ecological safety. …”
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Characteristics and Antibacterial Activity of Chitosan and Green Tea Extracts in Mouthwash by Hijria Mardhilla Pidada, Decky Joesiana Indrani

“…Both amino groups and catechin compounds demonstrate the ability to inhibit pathogenic oral bacteria. In conclusion, the potentially anti-bacterial activity mouthwashes synthesized from chitosan and green tea, in the future chitosan and green tea extracts to be further used for the preparation of mouthwash.…”
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Pest Status of Subfamily Lymantriinae (Lepidoptera: Erebidae: Noctuoidea): Review by Amritpal Singh Kaleka, Gagan Preet Kour Bali

“…Mango fruit rot caused by insects and microbes has become a significant threat to mango production in Southeast Asia and worldwide. Insect plant pathogens affect crop yields' profitability, quality, and quantity. …”
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Label-free detection of single cell by ZnO/Graphene/AgNPs hybrid microcavity enhanced Raman scattering by Yaqi Shan, Jihao Wu, Kai Cui, Juan Yang

“…These three enhancement factors are integrated to achieve label-free ultrasensitive detection. …”
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