Occurrence of methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus in pets and their owners in rural and urban communities in Trinidad by Naomi Scott, Christopher Seeraj, Brandon Satram, Natalie Michelle Sandy, Keenan Seuradge, Brittany Seerattan, Ishta Seeram, Alva Stewart-Johnson, Abiodun Adesiyun

“…The resistance of S. aureus initially assessed detection of MRSA isolates to cefoxitin and confirmed by the PBP2a latex agglutination test. …”
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Drug resistant variants of hepatitis C virus genotype 1b in Russia: analysis of aminoacid substitutions in NS5a and core proteins by V. S. Kichatova, A. A. Karlsen, O. V. Isaeva, S. A. Solonin, E. Yu. Malinnikova, K. K. Kyuregyan, M. I. Mikhailov

“…Testing of HCV-1b infected patients for background resistance profile could be a useful tool to prevent the choosing of initially ineffective treatment regimen.…”
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Efficacy and safety of ultrasound-guided percutaneous radiofrequency ablation for synovial hyperplasia<subtitle>An animal experimental study</subtitle> by Qi Xu, Xiao-hui Xu, Ze-zheng Liu, Jian-bi Zhu, Huan-huan Ding, Chun-chun Jin, Zhi-han Yan

“…The ablated synovial tissue initially presented as a white mass, which subsequently liquefied into a milky white viscous fluid. …”
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Prediction of hyperkalemia in ESRD patients by identification of multiple leads and multiple features on ECG by Daojun Xu, Bin Zhou, Jiaqi Zhang, Chenyu Li, Chen Guan, Yuxuan Liu, Lin Li, Haina Li, Li Cui, Lingyu Xu, Hang Liu, Li Zhen, Yan Xu

“…Background Patients with end-stage renal disease (ESRD) especially those undergoing dialysis have a high prevalence of hyperkalemia, which must be detected and treated immediately. But the initial symptoms of hyperkalemia are insidious, and traditional laboratory serum potassium concentration testing takes time. …”
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Identification of jarosite and other major mineral Fe phases in acidic environments affected by mining-metallurgy using X-ray Absorption Spectroscopy: With special emphasis on the... by Ingrid Nayeli Escobar-Quiroz, Mario Villalobos-Peñalosa, Teresa Pi-Puig, Francisco Martín Romero, Javier Aguilar-Carrillo de Albornoz

“…It was possible to infer the influence of the acid spill on the different sampled areas through various Fe phases identified and/or the presence of gypsum. The influence was detected to be lower where the mineralogy was not associated to low pH and high sulfate concentrations. …”
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COVID-19 incidence and outcomes among patients with respiratory symptoms in a cancer center emergency department by Roberto Carmagnani Pestana, Donato Callegaro, Ana Fernanda Centrone, Tania Michele Barreto Waisbeck, Heloisa Veasey Rodrigues, Sergio Eduardo Alonso Araujo, Nelson Hamerschlak

“…Results: Eleven patients (46%) had solid cancer, and the remaining 13 (54%) had hematologic malignancies Detected viruses: SARS-COV-2 (n=3 patients, 12%), rhinovirus (n=3, 12%), coronavirus LN67 (n=2, 8%), parainfluenza (n=2, 8%), metapneumovirus, influenza A H1N1, and respiratory syncytial virus (n=1 each, 4%). …”
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A modified decontamination and storage method for sputum from patients with tuberculosis [version 3; peer review: 1 approved, 2 approved with reservations] by Nguyen Thuy Thuong Thuong, Dang Thi Minh Ha, Timothy M. Walker, Nguyen Le Quang, Le Pham Tien Trieu, Guy Thwaites, Do Dang Anh Thu, Nguyen Huu Lan, Nguyen Hong Hanh

“…We then applied the modified method to 348 sputum samples with Rifampicin resistance detected by GeneXpert MTB/RIF assay, which were frozen for between 1–25 months. …”
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Swine influenza A virus infection sets the local immunological landscape in subsequent infection with porcine reproductive and respiratory syndrome virus by Janaïna Grevelinger, Olivier Bourry, Selma Schmidt, François Meurens, Céline Deblanc, Caroline Hervet, Aline Perrin, Stéphane Gorin, Mireille Le Dimna, Stéphane Quéguiner, Thibaut Larcher, Patricia Renson, Frédéric Paboeuf, Wilhelm Gerner, Nicolas Bertho, Gaëlle Simon

“…This study aimed to evaluate the impact of swIAV infection on the alveolar macrophage population, clinical signs, immune responses, and viral loads during a secondary infection with PRRSV initiated 7 days after the initial swIAV exposure. …”
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Developing a multifunctional indicator framework for soil health by Jacqueline A. Hannam, Maddie Harris, Lynda Deeks, Hannah Hoskins, James Hutchison, Amy J. Withers, James A. Harris, Lawrence Way, R.Jane R. Rickson

“…The framework has potential to explore a whole systems approach, ascertaining soil system response in real time that can detect emergent properties of the system. Initial development of the framework ranked salient soil properties known to be linked and pertinent to the delivery of ecosystem services. …”
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Dynamics of SARS-CoV-2 antibodies after natural infection: insights from a study on Pasteur Institute of Tunis employees by Ines Cherif, Ghassen Kharroubi, Imen Darragi, Soumaya El Benna, Adel Gharbi, Amor Baccouche, Cyrine Souissi, Olfa Bahri, Melika Ben Ahmed, Jihene Bettaieb

“…Up to 12 months of follow up, 100% and 42.9% of participants had detectable IgG anti-S-RBD and neutralizing antibodies, respectively. …”
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Resistance development in pink bollworm (Pectinophora Gossypiella Saunders) against Bt cotton and its’ establishment as mid season pest in India by Rishi Kumar, B. V. Bhede, Debashis Paul, N. K. Bhute, Prashant Patil, R. D. Patel, M. V. Variya, S. G. Hanchinal, Poornima V. Matti, Shivaray Navi, Anil Jakhar, Jasjinder Kaur, Roop Singh Meena, Jyoti Rekha Mallick, Satnam Singh, N. Chitra, G Annie Diana Grace, R. K. Kalyan, M. Sivarama Krishna, G. T. Behere, A. H. Prakash, Y. G. Prasad

“…Following that, an establishment phase was detected in 2014, confirmed by the equal presence of pink boll worm in BG-II and non-Bt, with minimal infestation differences in BG-II and non-Bt, indicating a larger presence of resistant individuals. …”
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Grapevine red blotch virus (GRBV) in a historical germplasm collection in south-eastern Australia by Kamalpreet Kaur, Amy Rinaldo, David Lovelock, Monica Kehoe, Tonny Kinene, Arryn Clarke, Ian Dry, Brendan Rodoni, Fiona Constable

“… The first detection of grapevine red blotch virus (syn. GRBV; species Grablovirus vitis, genus Grablovirus, family Geminiviridae) in Australia was initially reported in several grapevine varieties in Western Australia in 2022, but its impact and spread in the country is still currently unknown. …”
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Prioritizing Research for Enhancing the Technology Readiness Level of Wind Turbine Blade Leading-Edge Erosion Solutions by Sara C. Pryor, Rebecca J. Barthelmie, Jacob J. Coburn, Xin Zhou, Marianne Rodgers, Heather Norton, M. Sergio Campobasso, Beatriz Méndez López, Charlotte Bay Hasager, Leon Mishnaevsky

“…An enhanced understanding of the mechanisms responsible for wind turbine blade leading-edge erosion (LEE) and advancing technology readiness level (TRL) solutions for monitoring its environmental drivers, reducing LEE, detecting LEE evolution, and mitigating its impact on power production are a high priority for all wind farm owners/operators and wind turbine manufacturers. …”
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A Clinical Case of Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome After SARS-CoV-2 Infection Associated with Group A β-Hemolytic Streptococcus Coinfection and Venous Thrombosis in a Child with... by Zdravka Stoyanova, Katya Temelkova, Margarita Ganeva, Teodor Vasilev, Anna Dasheva-Dimitrova, Desislava Kibarova-Hristova, Stefan Stefanov

“…We report a clinical case of a 3-year-old boy who developed MIS-C, initially presenting with fever, multiorgan involvement, and confirmed SARS-CoV-2 infection, along with a coinfection caused by group A β-hemolytic Streptococcus (GAS) isolated from throat culture. …”
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Developing a cost-effective tool for choke flow rate prediction in sub-critical oil wells using wellhead data by Zhiwei Xun, Farag M. A. Altalbawy, Prakash Kanjariya, R. Manjunatha, Debasish Shit, M. Nirmala, Ajay Sharma, Sarbeswara Hota, Shirin Shomurotova, Fadhil Faez Sead, Hojjat Abbasi, Mohammad Mahtab Alam

“…To ensure reliability, robust data preprocessing was conducted using the Monte Carlo outlier detection (MCOD) method to recognize and manage data outliers. …”
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A case of anti-N-methyl-D-aspartate receptor encephalitis with associated ovarian teratoma in a 23-year-old female by Alexandra Hodder, BKin. Hons., Brandon Collins, MD, Joseph Yang, MD, Paul Jeon, MD, FRCPC, Mark Stefanelli, MD, FRCPC

“…Further research is necessary on anti-NMDA-related conditions so that a timely, multidisciplinary approach to screening, diagnosis and treatment can be initiated.…”
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Integral kidney function assessment in pediatric patients with glycogen storage diseases by Magali Reyes-Apodaca, Magali Reyes-Apodaca, Alejandra Consuelo-Sánchez, Rodrigo Vázquez-Frias, Rodrigo Vázquez-Frias, Benjamín Antonio Rodríguez-Espino, Mara Medeiros, Mara Medeiros

“…Annual kidney evaluations are recommended for early detection of renal dysfunction, enabling timely initiation of therapeutic strategies such as alkali therapy and angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors.…”
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Relapsing polychondritis following PD-1 blockade diagnosed via 18F-FDG PET/CT and improved by steroid administration: a case report and literature review by Ruo-Wen Xu, Wen-Bo Dong, Yong-Xu Wang, Yong-Qi Liu, Chen Chen, Wei Wang, Hai-Na Liu, Hong-Yu Jin, Wen-Yang Li

“…Conclusion18F-FDG PET/CT plays a crucial role in diagnosing RP caused by PD-1 monoclonal antibodies. Early detection and the prompt administration of corticosteroids are crucial in effectively controlling the progression of RP, helping to alleviate symptoms and prevent further complications.…”
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Untargeted Screening Based on UHPLC-HRMS of Total Folates Produced by Lactic Acid Bacteria in Fermented Milk and During Yogurt Shelf Life by Marianna Bozzetti, Carolina Cerri, Sara Morandi, Gabriele Rocchetti, Chiara Mussio, Federica Barbieri, Giulia Tabanelli, Daniela Bassi

“…<i>bulgaricus</i> strains with enhanced folate production for use as functional starter cultures. Initially, a traditional microbiological assay (MA) was used to measure folate production in 36 LAB strains isolated from fermented milks. …”
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The maternal microbiome in pregnancy, delivery, and early‐stage development of neonatal microbiome after cesarean section: A prospective longitudinal study by Philipp Foessleitner, Petra Pjevac, Sonja Granser, Lukas Wisgrill, Lisa Pummer, Fanny Eckel, David Seki, David Berry, Bela Hausmann, Alex Farr

“…No robust microbial signature was detected in the intrauterine cavity, placenta, neonatal buccal mucosa, skin swabs, or meconium samples collected at birth. …”
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