Interleukins(ILs),a subset of cytokines,play a critical role in the pathogenesis of coronary heart disease(CHD)by mediating inflammation.This review article summarizes the role of ILs such as IL-1,IL-2,IL-3,IL-4,IL-5,...Interleukins(ILs),a subset of cytokines,play a critical role in the pathogenesis of coronary heart disease(CHD)by mediating inflammation.This review article summarizes the role of ILs such as IL-1,IL-2,IL-3,IL-4,IL-5,IL-6,IL-7,IL-8,IL-9,and IL-10 in the pathogenesis of CHD.Individuals with mild coronary artery disease(CAD)and angina who have ischemic heart disease have higher serum concentrations of IL-1b.Larger studies are needed to verify the safety and assess the effectiveness of low-dose IL-2 as an anti-inflammatory treatment.IL-3 is found more often in patients receiving coronary angioplasty compared to patients with asymptomatic CAD or without CAD.Serum levels of IL-4 are reliable indicators of CAD.An independent correlation between IL-5 and the incidence of CAD was demonstrated.IL-6 helps serve as a reliable biomarker for the degree of CAD,as determined by the Gensini score,and is a key factor in the development of atherosclerosis.Also,variants of IL-7/7R have been linked to the Han Chinese population's genetic susceptibility to CHD.IL-8 plays a role in the progression of CAD occurrences.By interacting with conventional risk factors for CAD,IL-9 may contribute to the development of CAD and offer an innovative approach to its prevention and management.There was a 34%increased risk of a CHD incident for every standard deviation rise in baseline IL-10 levels.展开更多
In this paper, we study edge detection or segmentation, which is recognized as a rudiment innovation as it can evaluate sharpness and analyze object boundaries. That’s the reason it has been an influential figure in ...In this paper, we study edge detection or segmentation, which is recognized as a rudiment innovation as it can evaluate sharpness and analyze object boundaries. That’s the reason it has been an influential figure in the image-processing era. Because of this, it has a significant influence in the age of image processing. On the other hand, edge detection is the process of dividing an image into discontinuous regions. It specifies the intensity shift connected to the image’s edge. There are several methods for detecting edges. Four edge identification methods on satellite images and satellite images affected by Gaussian noise were examined. Known edge detection technologies such as Canny, Prewitt, Scharr, and Robert operators are included in this study. Additionally, the key feature of an image for evaluating its quality is the Image Quality Assessment (IQA) measure. We primarily take into account SSIM, MSE, PSNR, and RMSE when assessing image quality. Experimental validation has been obtained for the application of the Canny and Prewitt algorithms to the satellite dataset. However, when the Gaussian Noise effect is added to the same dataset, clever edge detection performs better.展开更多
The caption of Figure 5 should be:Wind/WAVES type II burst starting around 14 MHz(∼12:05 UT,2017 September 6)and continuing down to∼100 kHz(09:00 UT,2017 September 7).The end time is marked by the short vertical lin...The caption of Figure 5 should be:Wind/WAVES type II burst starting around 14 MHz(∼12:05 UT,2017 September 6)and continuing down to∼100 kHz(09:00 UT,2017 September 7).The end time is marked by the short vertical line with its length indicating the bandwidth(70-130 kHz).The horizontal error bars signify the end time uncertainty.The vertical dashed line marks the SGRE end(06:28 UT,September 7);the horizontal dashed line represents the gamma-ray background.The shock arrival time at 1 au is labeled“SH”(Gopalswamy et al.2018).展开更多
Clinical inertia(CI)is common in clinical practice.Sexual health issues are common in society,and CI is ubiquitous in sexual medicine practice.CI influences all aspects of healthcare,including prevention,diagnosis,and...Clinical inertia(CI)is common in clinical practice.Sexual health issues are common in society,and CI is ubiquitous in sexual medicine practice.CI influences all aspects of healthcare,including prevention,diagnosis,and treatment.In this short review,we briefly describe the various aspects of CI in sexual medicine practice and ways to tackle them.展开更多
This reconnaissance study was carried out in urgency as residents complained of groundwater contamination in a tribal stretch infectedwith chronic kidney disease of unknown etiology in central India where at least 100...This reconnaissance study was carried out in urgency as residents complained of groundwater contamination in a tribal stretch infectedwith chronic kidney disease of unknown etiology in central India where at least 100 people have already died and more than 300 hospitalized.Multi-indexing techniques were used to evaluate groundwater quality for drinking,irrigation,and industrial purposes.The comprehensive water quality index(CWQI)classifies∼52%of the 27 collected samples suitable for drinking,and∼37%partially suitable pending certain treatment.While the relative abundance of chemical parameters stands at Ca^(2+)>Na^(+)>Mg^(2+)>K^(+)for cations and HCO_(3)^(−)>Cl^(−)>NO_(3)^(−)>SO_(4)^(2−)>F^(−)for anions,the groundwater in the area suffers from general hardness,nitrate,and fluoride contamination.It is hypothesized that fluoride ions possibly couplewith excess alkaline earth elements and anions to form metal-complexes inviting Hofmeister phenomena to act in the human kidneys through ingested groundwater.For agricultural water quality assessment,historically developed 10 irrigation indices have been used that classify most groundwater samples suitable for agriculture.Corrosivity indices reveal that the groundwater has moderate to high corrosive affinity.Although the results of the irrigation and corrosivity indices are coherent with CWQI water classes,the use of so many indices based on certain chemical parameters to evaluate water samples for agricultural purposes delivers mixed results and confuses workers about the actual water quality in the field.This calls for the development of a new,robust,and comprehensive standard for appraisal of irrigation water quality that could be used uniformly worldwide.展开更多
The low efficiency of phytoextraction of lead(Pb)from agricultural fields poses a significant agricultural challenge.Organic chelating agents can influence Pb bioavailability in soil,affecting its uptake,transport,and...The low efficiency of phytoextraction of lead(Pb)from agricultural fields poses a significant agricultural challenge.Organic chelating agents can influence Pb bioavailability in soil,affecting its uptake,transport,and toxicity in plants.This study aimed to assess the impact of citric acid(CA)and diethylenetriaminepentaacetic acid(DTPA)on chelate-assisted phytoextraction of Pb and its effect on growth and physiology of two cultivars(07001;07002)of mung bean(Vigna radiata).The cultivars of mung bean were exposed to 60 lead chloride(PbCl_(2))solution,mg⋅L-1with or without the addition of 300 CA or 500 DTPA,until maturity.The exposure of plants to Pb mg⋅L^(-1) mg⋅L^(-1) stress increased the accumulation of Pb in roots(49%of control),stems(58%of control),leaves(67%of control),and seeds(61%of control).Maximum accumulation of Pb was observed in roots and the least accumulation was found in seeds of both mung bean cultivars.The extent of Pb accumulation in different plant parts correlated positively with Pb toxicity and reduced growth of both mung bean cultivars(33%to 40%).The cultivar cv 07001 was more susceptible to Pb stress.The addition of CA and DTPA increased the accumulation of Pb in plant parts of mung bean cultivars-phytoextraction(10.8%to 21.5%).However,the addition of CA partitioned Pb in vegetative parts,i.e.,root,stem thus mitigated the toxic effects of Pb on the growth of mung bean cultivars(6.25%–10.5%).In contrast,the addition of DTPA had adverse effects on the growth of mung bean cultivars.The addition of CA facilitated a greater uptake and accumulation of nitrogen,phosphorous,and potassium in the roots and leaves of mung bean cultivars.In addition,CA also improved the photosynthetic pigments(11%–14%)and photosynthetic rate(5%–12%)under both control and Pb stress conditions.The ameliorative effect of CA on the photosynthetic capacity of mung bean cultivars was likely associated with photosynthetic metabolic factors rather than stomatal factors.Furthermore,cv 07002 was found to be more tolerant to Pb stress and showed better performance in CA application.Overall,the application of CA demonstrated significant potential as a chelating agent for remediating Pb-contaminated soil.展开更多
In this research work,sol-gel technique was employed to prepare the strontium based spinel ferrite nanoparticles(SrFe_(2)O_(4))with different ratios of terbium(Tb).Different characterization techniques were used to in...In this research work,sol-gel technique was employed to prepare the strontium based spinel ferrite nanoparticles(SrFe_(2)O_(4))with different ratios of terbium(Tb).Different characterization techniques were used to investigate the structural,morphological,dielectric and magnetic properties of the prepared samples.X-ray diffraction(XRD)result suggests that face-centered cube spinel nanocrystalline structure is formed.Crystallite size of the SrFe_(2)O_(4)decreases with rising of Tb ratio.The morphology,shape and size of the SrFe_(2)O_(4)were examined by scanning electron microscopy(SEM)analysis and results reveal inhomogeneous distributions of the nanostructures with high agglomeration.The electrical resistivity of the SrFe_(2)O_(4)increases with rising of Tb ratio,which is confirmed from the cyclic voltammetry.It is observed that dielectric constant of all the samples decreases with the increasing frequency range.It is determined that the dielectric constants of the spinel ferrites are frequency dependent and decrease with increasing the frequency of applied electric field.The magnetic behavior of SrFe_(2)O_(4)with different ratios of Tb was studied and it is found that the saturation magnetization values of samples decrease with increase in the substitution of Tb^(3+)at octahedral sites for Fe^(3+).This decrease in the values of M_(s) is also attributed to spin at surface of nanoparticles.展开更多
Photo-assisted energy harvesting plays a crucial role in present research and future scenario in the field of technology advancements towards efficient energy utilization.Modern world sees an opportunity in developing...Photo-assisted energy harvesting plays a crucial role in present research and future scenario in the field of technology advancements towards efficient energy utilization.Modern world sees an opportunity in developing such technologies which are self-powered,self-driven and self-healing that can be utilized in the fields including portable,wearable electronics,internet of things(IOT)devices,electric vehicles,space applications,renewable energy systems,and smart grid applications.The present review gives an insight to the aspects in the present and future developmental goals in the field of light driven supercapacitors(LDS).Such systems comprise of active components viz.layer material selection in the solar cell and supercapacitors.A comprehensive study to achieve high absorption,power/energy density and efficient storage of absorbed energy has been discussed.The major factors for device design and mechanism adopted for efficient photo conversion and their subsequent storage as LDS depends on efficient light intensity source,surface area,optimization of the structure of electrodes,electrode selection,charge separation efficiency etc.A comprehensive analysis of the previously developed LDS with their optimized parameters has been presented.Various challenges viz.material selection,compatibility of layers,lower photovoltaic conversion and increased resistivity on integrating the energy conversion and storage module has also been discussed.In order to achieve high-performance LDS and to enhance their practicality various steps are suggested for the future development of LDS at industry and commercial scale.展开更多
Objective:To investigate the effect of Rosa moschata(R.moschata)extract on haloperidol-induced Parkinson’s disease(PD)in rats.Methods:Haloperidol(1 mg/kg)was given to rats intraperitoneally for 3 weeks for induction ...Objective:To investigate the effect of Rosa moschata(R.moschata)extract on haloperidol-induced Parkinson’s disease(PD)in rats.Methods:Haloperidol(1 mg/kg)was given to rats intraperitoneally for 3 weeks for induction of PD.R.moschata extract(150,300 and 600 mg/kg)was administered orally for 21 days.The neuroprotective role of R.moschata leaf extract in PD was explored by performing neurobehavioral tests and RT-PCR analysis and measuring neurotransmitters and oxidative stress biomarkers.Results:An improvement in motor functions and muscle strength was observed in PD rats treated with R.moschata extract.The levels of dopamine,serotonin,noradrenaline,superoxide dismutase,catalase,glutathione,and superoxide dismutase were significantly increased(P<0.001),whereas acetylcholinesterase and malondialdehyde levels were markedly decreased by treatment with R.moschata extract(P<0.001).The extract also markedly downregulated the mRNA expressions of IL-1β,α-synuclein,IL-1α,and TNF-αin brain tissue.Moreover,histopathological analysis indicated that neurofibrillary tangles and plaques were noticeably decreased in a dose-dependent manner in PD rats treated with R.moschata extract.Conclusions:R.moschata extract alleviates haloperidol-induced PD in rats by reducing oxidative stress and neurodegeneration.It may be used for management and treatment of PD.However additional studies are required to confirm its efficacy and molecular mechanisms.展开更多
Acquired immune deficiency syndrome(AIDS)is the name used to describe several potentially life-threatening infections and disorders that happen when HIV has severely compromised the immune system.The primary effect of...Acquired immune deficiency syndrome(AIDS)is the name used to describe several potentially life-threatening infections and disorders that happen when HIV has severely compromised the immune system.The primary effect of HIV is to decrease host immunity,exposing the host to external pathogens.The development of pharmaceutical drugs that directly cure the infection is crucial because of the current wide-ranging epidemic of HIV.Most therapeutic anti-HIV drugs are nucleosides.However,their high toxicity and potential for drug resistance restrict their use.Many of the most effective clinical drugs used to inhibit HIV,the activation of latent HIV,and AIDS have been obtained from natural sources.This review focuses on potential natural medicinal products for treating and managing HIV and AIDS.Notwithstanding,further clinical research studies are needed to understand the subject and its dynamics.展开更多
BACKGROUND Type 2 diabetes(T2D)is a metabolic disease of impaired glucose utilization and a major cause of cardiovascular disease(CVD).The pathogenesis of both diseases shares common risk factors and mechanisms,and bo...BACKGROUND Type 2 diabetes(T2D)is a metabolic disease of impaired glucose utilization and a major cause of cardiovascular disease(CVD).The pathogenesis of both diseases shares common risk factors and mechanisms,and both are significant contributors to global morbidity and mortality.Supplements of natural products for T2D mellitus(T2DM)and CVD can be seen as a potential preventive and effective therapeutic strategy.AIM To critically evaluate the therapeutic potential of natural products in T2D and coronary artery disease(CAD).METHODS By using specific keywords,we strategically searched the PubMed database.Randomized controlled trials(RCTs)were searched as the primary focus that examined the effect of natural products on glycemic control,oxidative stress,and antioxidant levels.We focused on outcomes such as low blood glucose levels,adjustment on markers of oxidative stress and antioxidants.After screening fulllength papers,we included 9 RCTs in our review that met our inclusion criteria.RESULTS In the literature search on the database,we found that various natural products like plant secondary metabolites play a diverse role in the management of CAD.American ginseng,sesame oil and cocoa flavanols proved effective in lowering blood glucose levels and controlling blood pressure,which are key factors in managing T2DM and CVD.In diabetic patients Melissa officinalis effectively reduce inflammation and shows diabetes prevention.Both fish oil and flaxseed oil reduced insulin levels and inflammatory markers,suggesting benefits for both conditions.The lipid profile and endothelial function were enhanced by Nigella sativa oil and Terminalia chebula,which is significant for the management of cardiovascular risk factors in T2DM.Additionally Bilberry extract also showed promise for improving glycemic control in patients with T2DM.CONCLUSION The high level of antioxidant,anti-inflammatory,and anti-angiogenic properties found in natural products makes them promising therapeutic options for the management of CAD,with the potential benefit of lowering the risk of CAD.展开更多
A series of orange-red light emitting Ca_(2)MgSi_(2)O_(7):Sm^(3+)nanopowders were fabricated via low-cost ecofriendly green combustion technique using Aloe vera gel as fuel.The phase purity of the samples were confirm...A series of orange-red light emitting Ca_(2)MgSi_(2)O_(7):Sm^(3+)nanopowders were fabricated via low-cost ecofriendly green combustion technique using Aloe vera gel as fuel.The phase purity of the samples were confirmed by the powder X-ray diffraction(PXRD)technique.Pure single-phase tetragonal structure is observed from the PXRD results with no additional impurity peaks.The band gap energy of the fabricated powders was estimated by diffuse reflectance spectra(DRS)and is found to be in the range of 4.01-5.98 eV.A high resolution scanning electron microscope(SEM)was used to study the morphological behaviour of the samples.Honeycomb-like structures are observed from the SEM results.The particle size was evaluated by transmission electron microscopy(TEM)and is found to be~50 nm.The interplanar distance is found to be 0.53 nm.Photoluminescence properties were systematically studied in detail.The phosphors are successfully excited at 403 nm NUV light,producing reddish-orange characteristic emission.The emission peaks are centered at 558(^(4)G_(5/2)→^(6)H_(5/2)),607(^(4)G_(5/2)→^(6)H_(7/2))and 645 nm(^(4)G_(5/2)→^(6)H_(9/2)),respectively.Among the observed peaks the red emanation(^(4)G_(5/2)→^(6)H_(7/2))is stronger than the orange emission(^(4)G_(5/2)→^(6)H_(5/2))in the current investigation.The photoluminescent concentration quenching is noticed above 5 mol%Sm^(3+)ion doping content.The dipole-dipole interaction resulting in cross relaxation is found to be the principal cause of concentration quenching mechanism.The color features such as Commission Internationale de I’Eclairage(CIE)and correlated color temperature(CCT)were studied in detail.The optimized chromaticity coordinates were estimated to be(0.6363,0.3632),which fall in the reddish-orange region.The average CCT value obtained is 3362 K.The average color purity is found to be~82%.Sm^(3+)incorporated Ca_(2)MgSi_(2)O_(7) samples are possible contender for single white light generation commercial candidates owing to their strong hypersensitivity of Sm^(3+)ions through host,least possibility for re-absorption of blue-green emission owing to poor direct f-f excitation of Sm^(3+)ions,and high color purity(reddish-orange emission).The prepared powders exhibit excellent electrochemical redox properties and CPE modified optimized powders show outstanding sensitive response which indicates its use in the potential electrochemical sensor materials for drug sensing studies.展开更多
We are writing in response to the article titled“Addressing the needs and rights of sex workers for HIV healthcare services in the Philippines”[1].The article calls for attention on the significant challenges faced ...We are writing in response to the article titled“Addressing the needs and rights of sex workers for HIV healthcare services in the Philippines”[1].The article calls for attention on the significant challenges faced by sex workers in the Philippines in accessing HIV healthcare.We appreciate the article’s effort to examine these issues in depth.We would like to present a constant flow of thoughts in this letter while highlighting the positive aspects,potential obstacles,and additional points that contribute to this ongoing discussion.展开更多
The Koyna-Warna seismogenic region overlying the Deccan volcanic province of Western India has been experiencing the recurrence of earthquakes since 1967 soon after the impoundment of the Koyna Dam.A large number of s...The Koyna-Warna seismogenic region overlying the Deccan volcanic province of Western India has been experiencing the recurrence of earthquakes since 1967 soon after the impoundment of the Koyna Dam.A large number of small to medium-magnitude shallow focus earthquakes(>100,000)have been detected in this intraplate region during the last six decades.In the present study,the core samples recovered from the borehole‘KBH3’drilled upto 1134 m depth in the pre-Deccan granitoids basement rocks of this region have been subjected to mineralogical and geochemical studies.展开更多
The remission of type 2 diabetes mellitus(T2DM)is a topic that has been widely discussed recently,and it gives new hope for people with T2DM.Achievement of normal blood glucose levels or levels below the diagnostic th...The remission of type 2 diabetes mellitus(T2DM)is a topic that has been widely discussed recently,and it gives new hope for people with T2DM.Achievement of normal blood glucose levels or levels below the diagnostic threshold for T2DM without pharmacotherapy among people with T2DM after metabolic surgery and carbohydrate or calorie-restricted diet paved the way for more enthusiastic research in this area.There is a lot of confusion regarding the appropriate terminology and definition of remission of T2DM.In this short review,we briefly analyzed the emerging concepts and proposed criteria for diagnosing remission of T2DM,which will be helpful for healthcare providers and people with T2DM.展开更多
Background: Since the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic caused massive case fatalities across the world, people have been left with significant physical and mental disabilities, which has had an adverse impact on thei...Background: Since the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic caused massive case fatalities across the world, people have been left with significant physical and mental disabilities, which has had an adverse impact on their quality of life. The objective of this study is to measure the short-term and long-term outcomes among COVID-19 survivors. Methods: This is a six-month-long multicentre prospective observational study, carried out in four specialized hospitals in the capital city Dhaka, where six hundred participants were enrolled by non-probability convenience sampling. Data were collected through three structured interviews, and follow-ups were done during discharge, at 1st month, and 6th month. An analytical study was done on demographic variables, socio-economic conditions, physical findings and outcomes. Data were analysed using Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS). Results: A total of 600 participants were enrolled. The mean age was 49.83. Many participants belong to the age range of 31 to 40 years. More than two-thirds (72.7%) of participants were male, whereas 27.30% were female. Most patients admitted had mild and moderate COVID-19 symptoms (40% and 58%, respectively). Among short-term COVID complications, it was found that 43.3% of the participants complained of fatigue, 32.6% of depression, 24.7% of sleep disturbance, 19% of anxiety and, 5% memory loss. In long-term COVID complications the number reduced significantly: 5% of the participants complained of fatigue, 10% of depression, 2.7% of sleep disturbance, 7.3% of anxiety and, 2.7% memory loss. The severity of lung parenchymal disease also reduced in long term COVID symptoms. The study found a statistically significant relationship between age groups and CT severity index (χ2 = 9.458, p = 0.032). Most patients (29.2%) in the under-30 age group had a CT Severity Index score of 2 & 3 (29.2%). The important CT Severity Index scores for individuals aged 30 to 60 years were 3 and 4, accounting for 37.7% and 33.3%, respectively. In the over-60 age group, 40.8% of patients showed a CT Severity Index score of 4, showing a range of 51% - 75%. Conclusion: This study found that fatigue, depression, and sleep disturbances are prevalent among COVID-19 survivors;however, these symptoms generally reduce over time. Lung problems improved;however, some patients suffered from persistent effects. Older patients, especially those with pre-existing conditions, suffer from more severe outcomes. These findings underscore the need for ongoing care for COVID-19 survivors.展开更多
This paper aims to treat a study of generators of the cyclic group of higher even, odd, and prime order for composition being multiplication. In fact we developed order of a group, order of element of a group and gene...This paper aims to treat a study of generators of the cyclic group of higher even, odd, and prime order for composition being multiplication. In fact we developed order of a group, order of element of a group and generators of the cyclic group in real numbers. Also we express cyclic and generators of the group for composition in real numbers. Here we discuss the higher order of groups in different types of order, and generators of the cyclic group which will give us practical knowledge to see the applications of the composition. In order to find out the order of an element am∈Gin which an=e= identity element, then find Highest Common Factor i.e. (H.C.F) of mand n. When Gis a finite group, every element must have finite order but the converse is false. There are infinite groups where each element has a finite order. There may be more than one generator of a cyclic group. Also every cyclic group is necessarily abelian. But show that every infinite cyclic group contains only two generators. Finally, we find out the generators of the cyclic group of higher even, odd and prime order in different types of the group for composition being multiplication.展开更多
Objective:To validate a better scoring system between CURB-65 and the pneumonia severity index(PSI)to predict the need for intensive care unit admission and 30-day mortality in patients with COVID-19 pneumonia.Methods...Objective:To validate a better scoring system between CURB-65 and the pneumonia severity index(PSI)to predict the need for intensive care unit admission and 30-day mortality in patients with COVID-19 pneumonia.Methods:A retrospective cohort study was conducted on patients in a tertiary care hospital in Kota,Rajasthan.Relevant data about history,and general and systemic examination with laboratory investigations was collected.Patients were categorized into different risk groups for ICU admission and 30-day mortality according to CURB-65 and PSI.Sensitivity,specificity,positive predictive value,negative predictive value,and area under the curve were calculated.Continuous variables,means and percentages were compared using the t-test for numerical data and the Chi-square test for nominal data.Results:100 patients who tested positive for SARS-CoV-2 by RT-PCR were included;67 were male and 33 were female.58 patients had severe disease(SpO2≤90%)and 30 patients died.CURB-65 had an area under the curve(AUC)of 0.81 for predicting ICU admission,with a sensitivity of 92%and a specificity of 54%for high risk patients.Meanwhile,PSI had an AUC of 0.88,with a sensitivity of 83%and a specificity of 73%in high risk patients.In addition,CURB-65 had an AUC of 0.79 for predicting 30-day mortality,with a sensitivity of 60%and a specificity of 89%in high risk patients.PSI had an AUC of 0.71 for predicting 30-day mortality,with a sensitivity of 90%and a specificity of 46%in high risk patients.Conclusions:This single-centre retrospective study involving a cohort of COVID-19 patients demonstrates that CURB-65 and PSI are powerful tools for predicting mortality.However,PSI appears to be slightly better at predicting the need for intensive care unit admission in high-risk patients.展开更多
文摘Interleukins(ILs),a subset of cytokines,play a critical role in the pathogenesis of coronary heart disease(CHD)by mediating inflammation.This review article summarizes the role of ILs such as IL-1,IL-2,IL-3,IL-4,IL-5,IL-6,IL-7,IL-8,IL-9,and IL-10 in the pathogenesis of CHD.Individuals with mild coronary artery disease(CAD)and angina who have ischemic heart disease have higher serum concentrations of IL-1b.Larger studies are needed to verify the safety and assess the effectiveness of low-dose IL-2 as an anti-inflammatory treatment.IL-3 is found more often in patients receiving coronary angioplasty compared to patients with asymptomatic CAD or without CAD.Serum levels of IL-4 are reliable indicators of CAD.An independent correlation between IL-5 and the incidence of CAD was demonstrated.IL-6 helps serve as a reliable biomarker for the degree of CAD,as determined by the Gensini score,and is a key factor in the development of atherosclerosis.Also,variants of IL-7/7R have been linked to the Han Chinese population's genetic susceptibility to CHD.IL-8 plays a role in the progression of CAD occurrences.By interacting with conventional risk factors for CAD,IL-9 may contribute to the development of CAD and offer an innovative approach to its prevention and management.There was a 34%increased risk of a CHD incident for every standard deviation rise in baseline IL-10 levels.
文摘In this paper, we study edge detection or segmentation, which is recognized as a rudiment innovation as it can evaluate sharpness and analyze object boundaries. That’s the reason it has been an influential figure in the image-processing era. Because of this, it has a significant influence in the age of image processing. On the other hand, edge detection is the process of dividing an image into discontinuous regions. It specifies the intensity shift connected to the image’s edge. There are several methods for detecting edges. Four edge identification methods on satellite images and satellite images affected by Gaussian noise were examined. Known edge detection technologies such as Canny, Prewitt, Scharr, and Robert operators are included in this study. Additionally, the key feature of an image for evaluating its quality is the Image Quality Assessment (IQA) measure. We primarily take into account SSIM, MSE, PSNR, and RMSE when assessing image quality. Experimental validation has been obtained for the application of the Canny and Prewitt algorithms to the satellite dataset. However, when the Gaussian Noise effect is added to the same dataset, clever edge detection performs better.
文摘The caption of Figure 5 should be:Wind/WAVES type II burst starting around 14 MHz(∼12:05 UT,2017 September 6)and continuing down to∼100 kHz(09:00 UT,2017 September 7).The end time is marked by the short vertical line with its length indicating the bandwidth(70-130 kHz).The horizontal error bars signify the end time uncertainty.The vertical dashed line marks the SGRE end(06:28 UT,September 7);the horizontal dashed line represents the gamma-ray background.The shock arrival time at 1 au is labeled“SH”(Gopalswamy et al.2018).
文摘Clinical inertia(CI)is common in clinical practice.Sexual health issues are common in society,and CI is ubiquitous in sexual medicine practice.CI influences all aspects of healthcare,including prevention,diagnosis,and treatment.In this short review,we briefly describe the various aspects of CI in sexual medicine practice and ways to tackle them.
文摘This reconnaissance study was carried out in urgency as residents complained of groundwater contamination in a tribal stretch infectedwith chronic kidney disease of unknown etiology in central India where at least 100 people have already died and more than 300 hospitalized.Multi-indexing techniques were used to evaluate groundwater quality for drinking,irrigation,and industrial purposes.The comprehensive water quality index(CWQI)classifies∼52%of the 27 collected samples suitable for drinking,and∼37%partially suitable pending certain treatment.While the relative abundance of chemical parameters stands at Ca^(2+)>Na^(+)>Mg^(2+)>K^(+)for cations and HCO_(3)^(−)>Cl^(−)>NO_(3)^(−)>SO_(4)^(2−)>F^(−)for anions,the groundwater in the area suffers from general hardness,nitrate,and fluoride contamination.It is hypothesized that fluoride ions possibly couplewith excess alkaline earth elements and anions to form metal-complexes inviting Hofmeister phenomena to act in the human kidneys through ingested groundwater.For agricultural water quality assessment,historically developed 10 irrigation indices have been used that classify most groundwater samples suitable for agriculture.Corrosivity indices reveal that the groundwater has moderate to high corrosive affinity.Although the results of the irrigation and corrosivity indices are coherent with CWQI water classes,the use of so many indices based on certain chemical parameters to evaluate water samples for agricultural purposes delivers mixed results and confuses workers about the actual water quality in the field.This calls for the development of a new,robust,and comprehensive standard for appraisal of irrigation water quality that could be used uniformly worldwide.
基金funding from the Ongoing Research Funding program,ORF-2025-298,King Saud University,Riyadh,Saudi Arabia.
文摘The low efficiency of phytoextraction of lead(Pb)from agricultural fields poses a significant agricultural challenge.Organic chelating agents can influence Pb bioavailability in soil,affecting its uptake,transport,and toxicity in plants.This study aimed to assess the impact of citric acid(CA)and diethylenetriaminepentaacetic acid(DTPA)on chelate-assisted phytoextraction of Pb and its effect on growth and physiology of two cultivars(07001;07002)of mung bean(Vigna radiata).The cultivars of mung bean were exposed to 60 lead chloride(PbCl_(2))solution,mg⋅L-1with or without the addition of 300 CA or 500 DTPA,until maturity.The exposure of plants to Pb mg⋅L^(-1) mg⋅L^(-1) stress increased the accumulation of Pb in roots(49%of control),stems(58%of control),leaves(67%of control),and seeds(61%of control).Maximum accumulation of Pb was observed in roots and the least accumulation was found in seeds of both mung bean cultivars.The extent of Pb accumulation in different plant parts correlated positively with Pb toxicity and reduced growth of both mung bean cultivars(33%to 40%).The cultivar cv 07001 was more susceptible to Pb stress.The addition of CA and DTPA increased the accumulation of Pb in plant parts of mung bean cultivars-phytoextraction(10.8%to 21.5%).However,the addition of CA partitioned Pb in vegetative parts,i.e.,root,stem thus mitigated the toxic effects of Pb on the growth of mung bean cultivars(6.25%–10.5%).In contrast,the addition of DTPA had adverse effects on the growth of mung bean cultivars.The addition of CA facilitated a greater uptake and accumulation of nitrogen,phosphorous,and potassium in the roots and leaves of mung bean cultivars.In addition,CA also improved the photosynthetic pigments(11%–14%)and photosynthetic rate(5%–12%)under both control and Pb stress conditions.The ameliorative effect of CA on the photosynthetic capacity of mung bean cultivars was likely associated with photosynthetic metabolic factors rather than stomatal factors.Furthermore,cv 07002 was found to be more tolerant to Pb stress and showed better performance in CA application.Overall,the application of CA demonstrated significant potential as a chelating agent for remediating Pb-contaminated soil.
基金the Deanship of Scientific Research at King Khalid University for funding this work through Large Groups Project under(RGP.2/111/44)。
文摘In this research work,sol-gel technique was employed to prepare the strontium based spinel ferrite nanoparticles(SrFe_(2)O_(4))with different ratios of terbium(Tb).Different characterization techniques were used to investigate the structural,morphological,dielectric and magnetic properties of the prepared samples.X-ray diffraction(XRD)result suggests that face-centered cube spinel nanocrystalline structure is formed.Crystallite size of the SrFe_(2)O_(4)decreases with rising of Tb ratio.The morphology,shape and size of the SrFe_(2)O_(4)were examined by scanning electron microscopy(SEM)analysis and results reveal inhomogeneous distributions of the nanostructures with high agglomeration.The electrical resistivity of the SrFe_(2)O_(4)increases with rising of Tb ratio,which is confirmed from the cyclic voltammetry.It is observed that dielectric constant of all the samples decreases with the increasing frequency range.It is determined that the dielectric constants of the spinel ferrites are frequency dependent and decrease with increasing the frequency of applied electric field.The magnetic behavior of SrFe_(2)O_(4)with different ratios of Tb was studied and it is found that the saturation magnetization values of samples decrease with increase in the substitution of Tb^(3+)at octahedral sites for Fe^(3+).This decrease in the values of M_(s) is also attributed to spin at surface of nanoparticles.
基金supported by Science and Engineering Research Board(SERB),India for the support(File no.EEQ/2021/000172)。
文摘Photo-assisted energy harvesting plays a crucial role in present research and future scenario in the field of technology advancements towards efficient energy utilization.Modern world sees an opportunity in developing such technologies which are self-powered,self-driven and self-healing that can be utilized in the fields including portable,wearable electronics,internet of things(IOT)devices,electric vehicles,space applications,renewable energy systems,and smart grid applications.The present review gives an insight to the aspects in the present and future developmental goals in the field of light driven supercapacitors(LDS).Such systems comprise of active components viz.layer material selection in the solar cell and supercapacitors.A comprehensive study to achieve high absorption,power/energy density and efficient storage of absorbed energy has been discussed.The major factors for device design and mechanism adopted for efficient photo conversion and their subsequent storage as LDS depends on efficient light intensity source,surface area,optimization of the structure of electrodes,electrode selection,charge separation efficiency etc.A comprehensive analysis of the previously developed LDS with their optimized parameters has been presented.Various challenges viz.material selection,compatibility of layers,lower photovoltaic conversion and increased resistivity on integrating the energy conversion and storage module has also been discussed.In order to achieve high-performance LDS and to enhance their practicality various steps are suggested for the future development of LDS at industry and commercial scale.
基金This work was supported by the Princess Nourah bint Abdulrahman University Researchers Supporting Project number(PNURSP2025R73)Princess Nourah bint Abdulrahman University,Riyadh,Saudi Arabia,and researchers supporting project number(RSPD2025R885)at King Saud University Riyadh Saudi Arabia。
文摘Objective:To investigate the effect of Rosa moschata(R.moschata)extract on haloperidol-induced Parkinson’s disease(PD)in rats.Methods:Haloperidol(1 mg/kg)was given to rats intraperitoneally for 3 weeks for induction of PD.R.moschata extract(150,300 and 600 mg/kg)was administered orally for 21 days.The neuroprotective role of R.moschata leaf extract in PD was explored by performing neurobehavioral tests and RT-PCR analysis and measuring neurotransmitters and oxidative stress biomarkers.Results:An improvement in motor functions and muscle strength was observed in PD rats treated with R.moschata extract.The levels of dopamine,serotonin,noradrenaline,superoxide dismutase,catalase,glutathione,and superoxide dismutase were significantly increased(P<0.001),whereas acetylcholinesterase and malondialdehyde levels were markedly decreased by treatment with R.moschata extract(P<0.001).The extract also markedly downregulated the mRNA expressions of IL-1β,α-synuclein,IL-1α,and TNF-αin brain tissue.Moreover,histopathological analysis indicated that neurofibrillary tangles and plaques were noticeably decreased in a dose-dependent manner in PD rats treated with R.moschata extract.Conclusions:R.moschata extract alleviates haloperidol-induced PD in rats by reducing oxidative stress and neurodegeneration.It may be used for management and treatment of PD.However additional studies are required to confirm its efficacy and molecular mechanisms.
基金funding this work through the Large Research Group Project under grant number RGP.02/513/45.
文摘Acquired immune deficiency syndrome(AIDS)is the name used to describe several potentially life-threatening infections and disorders that happen when HIV has severely compromised the immune system.The primary effect of HIV is to decrease host immunity,exposing the host to external pathogens.The development of pharmaceutical drugs that directly cure the infection is crucial because of the current wide-ranging epidemic of HIV.Most therapeutic anti-HIV drugs are nucleosides.However,their high toxicity and potential for drug resistance restrict their use.Many of the most effective clinical drugs used to inhibit HIV,the activation of latent HIV,and AIDS have been obtained from natural sources.This review focuses on potential natural medicinal products for treating and managing HIV and AIDS.Notwithstanding,further clinical research studies are needed to understand the subject and its dynamics.
文摘BACKGROUND Type 2 diabetes(T2D)is a metabolic disease of impaired glucose utilization and a major cause of cardiovascular disease(CVD).The pathogenesis of both diseases shares common risk factors and mechanisms,and both are significant contributors to global morbidity and mortality.Supplements of natural products for T2D mellitus(T2DM)and CVD can be seen as a potential preventive and effective therapeutic strategy.AIM To critically evaluate the therapeutic potential of natural products in T2D and coronary artery disease(CAD).METHODS By using specific keywords,we strategically searched the PubMed database.Randomized controlled trials(RCTs)were searched as the primary focus that examined the effect of natural products on glycemic control,oxidative stress,and antioxidant levels.We focused on outcomes such as low blood glucose levels,adjustment on markers of oxidative stress and antioxidants.After screening fulllength papers,we included 9 RCTs in our review that met our inclusion criteria.RESULTS In the literature search on the database,we found that various natural products like plant secondary metabolites play a diverse role in the management of CAD.American ginseng,sesame oil and cocoa flavanols proved effective in lowering blood glucose levels and controlling blood pressure,which are key factors in managing T2DM and CVD.In diabetic patients Melissa officinalis effectively reduce inflammation and shows diabetes prevention.Both fish oil and flaxseed oil reduced insulin levels and inflammatory markers,suggesting benefits for both conditions.The lipid profile and endothelial function were enhanced by Nigella sativa oil and Terminalia chebula,which is significant for the management of cardiovascular risk factors in T2DM.Additionally Bilberry extract also showed promise for improving glycemic control in patients with T2DM.CONCLUSION The high level of antioxidant,anti-inflammatory,and anti-angiogenic properties found in natural products makes them promising therapeutic options for the management of CAD,with the potential benefit of lowering the risk of CAD.
文摘A series of orange-red light emitting Ca_(2)MgSi_(2)O_(7):Sm^(3+)nanopowders were fabricated via low-cost ecofriendly green combustion technique using Aloe vera gel as fuel.The phase purity of the samples were confirmed by the powder X-ray diffraction(PXRD)technique.Pure single-phase tetragonal structure is observed from the PXRD results with no additional impurity peaks.The band gap energy of the fabricated powders was estimated by diffuse reflectance spectra(DRS)and is found to be in the range of 4.01-5.98 eV.A high resolution scanning electron microscope(SEM)was used to study the morphological behaviour of the samples.Honeycomb-like structures are observed from the SEM results.The particle size was evaluated by transmission electron microscopy(TEM)and is found to be~50 nm.The interplanar distance is found to be 0.53 nm.Photoluminescence properties were systematically studied in detail.The phosphors are successfully excited at 403 nm NUV light,producing reddish-orange characteristic emission.The emission peaks are centered at 558(^(4)G_(5/2)→^(6)H_(5/2)),607(^(4)G_(5/2)→^(6)H_(7/2))and 645 nm(^(4)G_(5/2)→^(6)H_(9/2)),respectively.Among the observed peaks the red emanation(^(4)G_(5/2)→^(6)H_(7/2))is stronger than the orange emission(^(4)G_(5/2)→^(6)H_(5/2))in the current investigation.The photoluminescent concentration quenching is noticed above 5 mol%Sm^(3+)ion doping content.The dipole-dipole interaction resulting in cross relaxation is found to be the principal cause of concentration quenching mechanism.The color features such as Commission Internationale de I’Eclairage(CIE)and correlated color temperature(CCT)were studied in detail.The optimized chromaticity coordinates were estimated to be(0.6363,0.3632),which fall in the reddish-orange region.The average CCT value obtained is 3362 K.The average color purity is found to be~82%.Sm^(3+)incorporated Ca_(2)MgSi_(2)O_(7) samples are possible contender for single white light generation commercial candidates owing to their strong hypersensitivity of Sm^(3+)ions through host,least possibility for re-absorption of blue-green emission owing to poor direct f-f excitation of Sm^(3+)ions,and high color purity(reddish-orange emission).The prepared powders exhibit excellent electrochemical redox properties and CPE modified optimized powders show outstanding sensitive response which indicates its use in the potential electrochemical sensor materials for drug sensing studies.
文摘We are writing in response to the article titled“Addressing the needs and rights of sex workers for HIV healthcare services in the Philippines”[1].The article calls for attention on the significant challenges faced by sex workers in the Philippines in accessing HIV healthcare.We appreciate the article’s effort to examine these issues in depth.We would like to present a constant flow of thoughts in this letter while highlighting the positive aspects,potential obstacles,and additional points that contribute to this ongoing discussion.
基金the Ministry of Earth Sciences,Govt of India,for the financial support[MoES/P.O.(Seismo)/1(374)/2019]and Dr.Sukanta Roy,Project Director,MoES-BGRL,Karad,for providing samples.
文摘The Koyna-Warna seismogenic region overlying the Deccan volcanic province of Western India has been experiencing the recurrence of earthquakes since 1967 soon after the impoundment of the Koyna Dam.A large number of small to medium-magnitude shallow focus earthquakes(>100,000)have been detected in this intraplate region during the last six decades.In the present study,the core samples recovered from the borehole‘KBH3’drilled upto 1134 m depth in the pre-Deccan granitoids basement rocks of this region have been subjected to mineralogical and geochemical studies.
文摘The remission of type 2 diabetes mellitus(T2DM)is a topic that has been widely discussed recently,and it gives new hope for people with T2DM.Achievement of normal blood glucose levels or levels below the diagnostic threshold for T2DM without pharmacotherapy among people with T2DM after metabolic surgery and carbohydrate or calorie-restricted diet paved the way for more enthusiastic research in this area.There is a lot of confusion regarding the appropriate terminology and definition of remission of T2DM.In this short review,we briefly analyzed the emerging concepts and proposed criteria for diagnosing remission of T2DM,which will be helpful for healthcare providers and people with T2DM.
文摘Background: Since the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic caused massive case fatalities across the world, people have been left with significant physical and mental disabilities, which has had an adverse impact on their quality of life. The objective of this study is to measure the short-term and long-term outcomes among COVID-19 survivors. Methods: This is a six-month-long multicentre prospective observational study, carried out in four specialized hospitals in the capital city Dhaka, where six hundred participants were enrolled by non-probability convenience sampling. Data were collected through three structured interviews, and follow-ups were done during discharge, at 1st month, and 6th month. An analytical study was done on demographic variables, socio-economic conditions, physical findings and outcomes. Data were analysed using Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS). Results: A total of 600 participants were enrolled. The mean age was 49.83. Many participants belong to the age range of 31 to 40 years. More than two-thirds (72.7%) of participants were male, whereas 27.30% were female. Most patients admitted had mild and moderate COVID-19 symptoms (40% and 58%, respectively). Among short-term COVID complications, it was found that 43.3% of the participants complained of fatigue, 32.6% of depression, 24.7% of sleep disturbance, 19% of anxiety and, 5% memory loss. In long-term COVID complications the number reduced significantly: 5% of the participants complained of fatigue, 10% of depression, 2.7% of sleep disturbance, 7.3% of anxiety and, 2.7% memory loss. The severity of lung parenchymal disease also reduced in long term COVID symptoms. The study found a statistically significant relationship between age groups and CT severity index (χ2 = 9.458, p = 0.032). Most patients (29.2%) in the under-30 age group had a CT Severity Index score of 2 & 3 (29.2%). The important CT Severity Index scores for individuals aged 30 to 60 years were 3 and 4, accounting for 37.7% and 33.3%, respectively. In the over-60 age group, 40.8% of patients showed a CT Severity Index score of 4, showing a range of 51% - 75%. Conclusion: This study found that fatigue, depression, and sleep disturbances are prevalent among COVID-19 survivors;however, these symptoms generally reduce over time. Lung problems improved;however, some patients suffered from persistent effects. Older patients, especially those with pre-existing conditions, suffer from more severe outcomes. These findings underscore the need for ongoing care for COVID-19 survivors.
文摘This paper aims to treat a study of generators of the cyclic group of higher even, odd, and prime order for composition being multiplication. In fact we developed order of a group, order of element of a group and generators of the cyclic group in real numbers. Also we express cyclic and generators of the group for composition in real numbers. Here we discuss the higher order of groups in different types of order, and generators of the cyclic group which will give us practical knowledge to see the applications of the composition. In order to find out the order of an element am∈Gin which an=e= identity element, then find Highest Common Factor i.e. (H.C.F) of mand n. When Gis a finite group, every element must have finite order but the converse is false. There are infinite groups where each element has a finite order. There may be more than one generator of a cyclic group. Also every cyclic group is necessarily abelian. But show that every infinite cyclic group contains only two generators. Finally, we find out the generators of the cyclic group of higher even, odd and prime order in different types of the group for composition being multiplication.
文摘Objective:To validate a better scoring system between CURB-65 and the pneumonia severity index(PSI)to predict the need for intensive care unit admission and 30-day mortality in patients with COVID-19 pneumonia.Methods:A retrospective cohort study was conducted on patients in a tertiary care hospital in Kota,Rajasthan.Relevant data about history,and general and systemic examination with laboratory investigations was collected.Patients were categorized into different risk groups for ICU admission and 30-day mortality according to CURB-65 and PSI.Sensitivity,specificity,positive predictive value,negative predictive value,and area under the curve were calculated.Continuous variables,means and percentages were compared using the t-test for numerical data and the Chi-square test for nominal data.Results:100 patients who tested positive for SARS-CoV-2 by RT-PCR were included;67 were male and 33 were female.58 patients had severe disease(SpO2≤90%)and 30 patients died.CURB-65 had an area under the curve(AUC)of 0.81 for predicting ICU admission,with a sensitivity of 92%and a specificity of 54%for high risk patients.Meanwhile,PSI had an AUC of 0.88,with a sensitivity of 83%and a specificity of 73%in high risk patients.In addition,CURB-65 had an AUC of 0.79 for predicting 30-day mortality,with a sensitivity of 60%and a specificity of 89%in high risk patients.PSI had an AUC of 0.71 for predicting 30-day mortality,with a sensitivity of 90%and a specificity of 46%in high risk patients.Conclusions:This single-centre retrospective study involving a cohort of COVID-19 patients demonstrates that CURB-65 and PSI are powerful tools for predicting mortality.However,PSI appears to be slightly better at predicting the need for intensive care unit admission in high-risk patients.
