Association between gut microbiota in HIV-infected patients and immune reconstitution following antiretroviral therapy (ART) by Yuru Shi, Miaomiao Hu, Jing Wu, Ting Liu, Yingjie Qi, Ang Li

“…Abstract Background This study aims to examine the potential link between incomplete immune reconstitution following ART treatment and gut microbiota dysbiosis. …”
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Association between oral microbial nitrate metabolism and poor prognosis in acute ischemic stroke patients with a history of hypertension by Yueran Ren, Jingru Liang, Weike Hu, Jiahui Xie, Yifeng Zheng, Wei Song, Jiajia Zhu, Hongwei Zhou, Qiheng Wu, Yan He, Jia Yin

“…Background Oral microbes mediate the production of nitric oxide (NO) through the denitrification pathway. …”
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Modulatory Role of Hesperetin–Copper(II) on Gut Microbiota in Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus Mice by Xi Peng, Yushi Wei, Deming Gong, Guowen Zhang

“…Background: Exploring new strategies to improve type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) is one of the frontier hotspots in the field of healthy food. …”
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The use of a trench candle as an alternative heating and light source in wartime and possible negative consequences by O. O. Kovalyov, Yu. M. Kolesnyk, V. O. Zub, A. I. Sevalniev, L. P. Sharavara, I. M. Andrusyshyna, O. V. Hancheva, K. O. Kovalov

“…Materials and methods. The content of ultrafine aerosol emitted from trench candle burning was studied using a NanoScan 3910 portable scanning spectrometer. …”
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Impact of Parenteral Ceftiofur on Developmental Dynamics of Early Life Fecal Microbiota and Antibiotic Resistome in Neonatal Lambs by Mohamed Donia, Nasr-Eldin Aref, Mohamed Zeineldin, Ameer Megahed, Benjamin Blair, James Lowe, Brian Aldridge

“…<b>Background:</b> Early gut microbiome development is critical for neonatal health, and its dysbiosis may impact long-term animal productivity. …”
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Biochemical characteristics of extracts from proallergenic microfungi Erysiphe Palczewskii and Erysiphe convolvuli by Małgorzata Pac-Sosińska, Marta Palusińska-Szysz, Monika Sztandera-Tymoczek, Urszula Świderska, Sylwia Wdowiak-Wróbel, Agata Malinowska, Bianka Świderska, Agnieszka Szuster-Ciesielska

“…This study delves into the biochemical characterization of E. palczewskii and E. convolvuli, focusing on their potential allergenic properties. Methods The composition of the tested fungi’s fatty acids and sugars was analyzed using liquid chromatography coupled with mass spectrometry (LC/MS). …”
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Active dry yeast enhances immunity through modulation of gut microbiota and serum metabolic processes in captive forest musk deer (Moschus berezovskii) by Zaixiang Ying, Qinlin Yang, Shan Xie, Mingcheng Cai, Wenqiao Fan, Hanyu Gao, Xiaolan Feng, Yongjiang Wu

“…Thus, the study aimed to evaluate the effects of dietary supplementation with ADY on the immunity, gut microbial composition, and serum metabolites in FMD. Methods Fourteen male FMD from the Chongqing Institute of Medicinal Plant Cultivation (Chongqing, China), with similar initial bodyweights (7.0±0.3kg) and an average age of 4.5 years, were selected and randomly divided into two groups. …”
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Enhancing risk stratification in diabetic gastric cancer: muscle-fat ratio from photon-counting CT as a predictor of postoperative complications by Shuangxiang Lin, Yuchen Jin, Mengxi Xu, Shuyue Wang, Weisheng Yao, Jiaxing Wu, Xinhong Wang, Jianzhong Sun

“…Abstract Background In diabetic gastric cancer patients, body composition (skeletal muscle–to–fat ratio, MFR) may influence surgical outcomes. …”
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Epidemiology, literacy, risk factors, and clinical status of oral cancer in East Africa: A scoping review. by Kafayat Aminu, Timothy Olukunle Aladelusi, Akinyele Olumuyiwa Adisa, Chiamaka Norah Ezeagu, Afeez Abolarinwa Salami, Jacob Njideka Nwafor, Peace Uwambaye, Jimoh Amzat, Julienne Murererehe, Semeeh Akinwale Omoleke, Mohammed Abdulaziz, Ruwan Duminda Jayasinghe, Kehinde Kazeem Kanmodi

“…<h4>Background</h4>Oral cancer (OC) is a topical public health issue in East Africa due to increasing incidence of the disease. …”
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Astragaloside IV alleviated bone loss in mice with ovariectomy-induced osteoporosis via modulating gut microbiota and fecal metabolism by Huichao Wang, Huichao Wang, Zhongyue Huang, Guangnan Chen, Yang Li, Yang Li, Youwen Liu, Huijie Gu, Yujing Cao, Yujing Cao

“…BackgroundAstragaloside IV (AS-IV) is one of the most potent components of Astragalus. …”
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Physicochemical evaluation of mineral trioxide aggregate and five mineral oxides calcium silicate-based cements by Larissa Carvalho Novaes Batista, Jaqueline Martins Crivelari, João Vitor da Cruz Pegoraro, Ana Cristina Padilha Janini, Marina Angélica Marciano, Camila Soares Lopes, Maisour Ala Rachi, Amjad Abu Hasna, Bruno Martini Guimarães

“…Abstract Background Five mineral oxides (5MO, Golden Yatti LLC) is an endodontic calcium-silicate based repair cement. …”
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RETRACTED ARTICLE: Oil from pumpkin (Cucurbita pepo L.) seeds: evaluation of its functional properties on wound healing in rats by Sana Bardaa, Nihed Ben Halima, Fatma Aloui, Riadh Ben Mansour, Hazem Jabeur, Mohamed Bouaziz, Zouheir Sahnoun

“…In this context, extracted oil from pumpkin seeds (Cucurbita pepo L.) is an interesting target, as it is composed with prominent pharmacological properties to possible wound healing treatments. Methods The composition and content of certain bioactive constituents of the cold pressed oil obtained from pumpkin seeds (Cucurbita pepo L.) were analyzed and studied for their wound healing properties. …”
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Changes in the Physical and Functional Status of Physiotherapy Students During Their Studies by Laura Žlibinaitė, Laura Baumann, Kristina Vyrtosu, Karolis Stukonis

“… Background. During their studies in physiotherapy, students acquire theoretical and practical knowledge about the benefits of physical activity, health parameters and disease prevention, as well as try out different forms of physical activity during practical sessions. …”
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Single-Cell Landscape and a Macrophage Subset Enhancing Brown Adipocyte Function in Diabetes by Junfei Gu, Jiajia Jin, Xiaoyu Ren, Xinjie Zhang, Jiaxuan Li, Xiaowei Wang, Shucui Zhang, Xianlun Yin, Qunye Zhang, Zhe Wang

“…Background Metabolic dysregulation is a hallmark of type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM), in which the abnormalities in brown adipose tissue (BAT) play important roles. …”
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Effects of Sequential Antimicrobial Phases on Root Canal Microbiome Dynamics in Two-Visit Treatment of Primary Apical Periodontitis: A Longitudinal Experimental Study by Bertan Kesim, Seda Tezcan Ülger, Gönül Aslan, Yakup Üstün, Ayşe Tuğba Avcı, Mustafa Öner Küçük

“…Background: Effective management of primary apical periodontitis depends on understanding the dynamic interactions within the root canal microbiome. …”
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Morphological features of ore reserves of the Novo-Uchaly vms deposit (Southern Urals) by A. V. Spirina, V. V. Makarov, I. B. Moiseev, I. V. Vikentyev

“…To clarify the morphology of the ore deposit, to study the ore mineral composition of the upper horizons of its northern part and to determine the underlying reasons for the complex lenticular structure of the sulphide reserve.Materials and methods. …”
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The Association of Sarcopenia and Visceral Obesity with Lean Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease in Chinese Patients with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus by Xingxing Zhang, Zhiying He, Qiya Si, Xiang Hu, Lijuan Yang, Xiao Gu, Linjia Du, Lei Wang, Linyu Pan, Yingqian Li, Jing Li, Bo Yang, Xuejiang Gu

“…Background. Few studies have specifically observed the relationship of sarcopenia, visceral obesity, or their joint effects with lean NAFLD in patients with diabetes. …”
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CHANGE OF BIOCHEMICAL INDICATORS IN ORAL LIQUID AFTER DENTAL IMPLANTATION FOR TREATMENT OF PARTIAL EDENTIA by I. A. SEVOSTYANOV, I. M. BYKOV, T. V. GAYVORONSKAYA

“…To study the electrolytic composition and state of the prooxidant-antioxidant system of the oral fluid after dental implantation.Materials and methods. 25 patients suffering from the partial edentia (the 2nd group of 13 patients with 1-3 teeth missing and the 3rd group of 12 patients with 4-6 teeth missing) and 20 healthy volunteers (the 1st group) took part in the study. …”
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Cardiac Structure and Function in 8‐ to 12‐Year‐Old Children Following In‐Utero Exposure to Preeclampsia (FINNCARE Study) by Michelle Renlund‐Vikström, Tiina J. Jääskeläinen, Anni Kivelä, Seppo Heinonen, Hannele Laivuori, Taisto Sarkola

“…Background We evaluated how elevated blood pressure in children exposed to preeclampsia (PE) impacted on their cardiac structure and function, as well as relations with maternal, gestational, and perinatal factors and child body size and composition. …”
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Changes in Gut Microbiota and Serum Metabolites in Patients with Extreme Obesity by Libuša Kubáňová, Adela Penesová, Ivan Hric, Jana Babjaková, Eva Baranovičová, Marián Grendár, Viktor Bielik

“…Background and Objectives: In recent years, the crucial role of gut microbiota in the development and regulation of obesity and related metabolic conditions has been increasingly explored. …”
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