Gut-brain axis in post-traumatic stress disorder: microbial - mediated mechanisms and new therapeutic approaches - A narrative review by Jiayue Pan, Jiayue Pan, Shuairong Lin, Shuairong Lin, Qiuling Qian, Shanni Fu, Xiaoliu Liu, Xiaoliu Liu

“…., IL-6, TNF-α) between the animal model and the human patients, respectively, in order to We further explored the potential pathogenic mechanisms mediated by microorganisms, such as influencing the vagal pathway, hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal (HPA) axis function, immune system and other processes involved in the pathology of PTSD, and summarized the intervention strategies targeting gut microecology, such as probiotic supplementation, dietary interventions and fecal bacteria transplantation.…”
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Comparative Transcriptomics Analysis of Foot-and-Mouth Disease Virus-Infected Cell Model Systems by Haibin Ma, Zhenzhen Zheng, Min Liu, Mengsi Zhang, Xiaoyun Qu, Jingqiang Ren, Ming Liao

“…The FMDV genome, composed of single-stranded RNA, consists of approximately 8500 nucleotides and harbors a single open reading frame (ORF) encoding both structural and non-structural proteins vital for the virus’s pathogenicity and replication. BHK-21 (baby hamster kidney) cells are the optimal cell line for FMDV culture due to their robust viral replication ability and high infection susceptibility. …”
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Identification of USP39 as a prognostic and predictive biomarker for determining the response to immunotherapy in pancreatic cancer by Jiahui Yuan, Beibei Xu, Yongcheng Su, Pingping Zhang, Xianbin Zhang, Peng Gong

“…Abstract Ubiquitin-Specific Protease 39 (USP39) has been implicated in numerous malignancies, however, its pathogenic mechanisms and impact on the tumor immune microenvironment (TIME) remain incompletely characterized. …”
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Validation of oral-nasal specimen collection for influenza and respiratory syncytial virus detection by Matthew Young, Yuri Suico, Omid Kyle Vojdani, Janine McCready, Kevin Katz, Scarlett Pourmatin, Manija Rahimi, Christie Vermeiren, Jeff Powis, Christopher Kandel

“…Individuals testing positive for Influenza or RSV along with randomly selected participants who tested negative were eligible for inclusion. Interventions: All participants had the paired oral-nasal swab tested using a multiplex respiratory virus polymerase chain reaction for the three respiratory pathogens and compared to the nasopharyngeal swab. …”
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Genetic and Immunological Profiling of Recent SARS-CoV-2 Omicron Subvariants: Insights into Immune Evasion and Infectivity in Monoinfections and Coinfections by Nadine Alvarez, Irene Gonzalez-Jimenez, Risha Rasheed, Kira Goldgirsh, Steven Park, David S. Perlin

“…Taken together, our findings offer new insights into the immune evasion strategies and pathogenic potential of evolving SARS-CoV-2 Omicron subvariants, as well as their interactions with other respiratory viruses, carrying important implications for therapeutic development and public health preparedness.…”
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Infectious keratitis following photorefractive keratectomy: a 13-year study at a tertiary center by Alireza Attar, Hossein Jamali, Julio Ortega-Usobiaga, Golnoush Mahmoudinezhad, Dagny Zhu, Mohammad Mohammadi

“…Gram-positive bacteria were the most commonly isolated pathogens in microbiological studies, accounting for 45.2% (19/42) of cases. …”
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Mining metagenomes and metatranscriptomes unveils viruses associated with cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma in hematopoietic stem cell transplant recipients by Jana K. Dickter, Yuqi Zhao, Vishwas Parekh, Huiyan Ma, Badri G. Modi, Wai-Yee Li, Saro H. Armenian, Xiwei Wu, Farah R. Abdulla

“…By using advanced metagenomic and metatranscriptomic next-generation sequencing, we aimed to identify viral pathogens present in tumor and adjacent normal tissue. …”
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A Retrospective Study on the Prevalence and Antimicrobial Susceptibility of Gram-Positive Cocci in a Pediatric Department: A Single-Center Report from Egypt by Mona Moheyeldin AbdelHalim, Shimaa A. Abdel Salam, Marwa O. Elgendy, Ahmed M. Abdel Hamied, Sultan M. Alshahrani, Ahmed R. N. Ibrahim, Heba Sherif Abdel Aziz

“…The analysis focused on the resistance patterns of gram-positive pathogens identified through routine culture procedures. …”
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Short-chain polyphosphates induce tau fibrillation and neurotoxicity in human iPSC-derived retinal neurons by Lorenzo Barolo, Lorenza Mautone, Ylenia Gigante, Silvia Ghirga, Francesco Mura, Maria Vittoria Farina, Stefano Tacconi, Luciana Dini, Giancarlo Ruocco, Alberto Boffi, Edoardo Milanetti, Silvia Di Angelantonio, Paola Baiocco

“…Given the role of tau aggregation in neurodegeneration, understanding the mechanisms behind its fibril formation is crucial for developing therapeutic interventions to halt or reverse disease progression. …”
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Ontogeny and function of the intestinal epithelial and innate immune cells during early development of chicks: to explore in ovo immunomodulatory nutrition by Habtamu Ayalew, Changchun Xu, Assefa Adane, Astrid Lissette Barreto Sanchez, Siman Li, Jing Wang, Shugeng Wu, Kai Qiu, Guanghai Qi, Haijun Zhang

“…Intestinal epithelial cells (IECs) and innate immune cells in the gastrointestinal tract (GIT) of chickens play crucial roles in pathogens defense and maintaining gut health. However, their effectiveness influenced with their developmental and functional stages during pre and post hatch periods of chick. …”
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A comparative analysis of the impact of climate change on emergence of infectious diseases and outbreaks in remote areas of Sindh, Pakistan by Miss Hafsa Faruqui, Dr. Saeed Khan

“…Diagnostic surveillance plays a crucial role in monitoring disease prevalence since it enables early detection, timely intervention, and developing effective public health strategies. …”
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Innovative biopolymers composite based thin film for wound healing applications by Majid Ali, Shakir Ullah, Shaker Ullah, Muhammad Shakeel, Tayyaba Afsar, Fohad Mabood Husain, Houda Amor, Suhail Razak

“…The M4 thin film demonstrated exceptional mechanical properties and bioactivity, offering protection against pathogens and promoting efficient wound healing. These findings suggest its potential for further investigation in treating various infections and its role in developing novel therapeutic interventions.…”
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Research and analysis of differential gene expression in CD34 hematopoietic stem cells in myelodysplastic syndromes. by Min-Xiao Wang, Chang-Sheng Liao, Xue-Qin Wei, Yu-Qin Xie, Peng-Fei Han, Yan-Hui Yu

“…They may also guide the development of precise and effective treatments, such as targeted interventions directed against these genes.…”
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Spatiotemporal analysis of the burden of lower respiratory infections in the older adult population due to air pollution: trends from 1990 to 2021 and predictions for the next 30 y... by Zheng Lei, Ziguo Sun, Huiyu Li, Ji Luo, Li Zhang, Yuanjun Zhang

“…BackgroundLower respiratory infections (LRI), caused by various pathogens, have significant impacts on global health. …”
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Historical aspects of aseptics and antiseptics by A. M. Morozov, A. N. Sergeev, S. V. Zhukov, A. M. Varpetyan, T. S. Ryzhova, M. M. Muravlyantseva, V. T. Jafarov

“…In modern medicine, a wide range of aseptic and antiseptic methods is presented, which, without harm to the body, can destroy pathogenic microorganisms and prevent the development of purulent complications that significantly aggravate the patient's condition and increase the duration of treatment. …”
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Epidemiology and factors associated with the infection of Babesia bigemina, Babesia bovis, and Theileria orientalis in Thale Noi Wetland buffaloes (Bubalus bubalis), Southern Thail... by Chalutwan Sansamur, Kanpapat Boonchuay, Ruttayaporn Ngasaman, Kenny Oriel Aranas Olana, Veerasak Punyapornwithaya

“…This study aims to investigate the epidemiology of hemoprotozoan infections, assess the occurrence of co-infections among these pathogens, and identify the risk factors associated with infections in water buffalo. …”
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Geography versus sociodemographics as predictors of changes in daily mobility across the USA during the COVID-19 pandemic: a two-stage regression analysis across 26 metropolitan ar... by Alain B Labrique, Amy Wesolowski, Derek A T Cummings, Shruti H Mehta, Sunil S Solomon, Rohan Arambepola, Kathryn Schaber, Catherine Schluth

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Lung Cancer incidence in both sexes across global areas: data from 1978 to 2017 and predictions up to 2035 by Dong-Ning Lu, Yan Jiang, Wan-Chen Zhang, Rong-Kang Du, Ao Zeng, Yi-Mu Wu, Xiao Zhou

“…With the progress of society, the pathogenic factors, medical diagnosis, and environmental health policies of lung cancer have all changed. …”
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Chronic inflammation in post-acute sequelae of COVID-19 modulates gut microbiome: a review of literature on COVID-19 sequelae and gut dysbiosis by Najeeha Talat Iqbal, Hana Khan, Aqsa Khalid, Syed Faisal Mahmood, Nosheen Nasir, Iffat Khanum, Isadora de Siqueira, Wes Van Voorhis

“…This dysbiosis is transient and may be impacted by interventions including probiotics, and dietary supplements. …”
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Performance of dispatcher-assisted cardiopulmonary resuscitation integrating with mouth-and-nose covering instructions during the COVID-19 pandemic: a population-based retrospectiv... by Hideki Asai, Hidetada Fukushima, Yasuyuki Kawai, Keita Miyazaki, Kouji Yamamoto, Arisa Kinoshita, Hirozumi Okuda

“…These findings highlight the need to increase adherence to infection prevention measures while minimizing delays in life-saving interventions, particularly during pandemics caused by airborne pathogens.…”
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