Open Access Interview

An Interview with Prof. Corrado I. Angelini

Received: 17 April 2025;  Published: 22 April 2025;  doi: 10.21926/rpn.2502008

Open Access Review

Assessment of Water Balance Dynamics and Resource Stress in the Gaza Strip, Palestine

Received: 23 December 2024;  Published: 21 April 2025;  doi: 10.21926/jept.2502007

Abstract

Water scarcity is one of the most pressing global challenges, particularly in arid and semi-arid regions. In this context, the Gaza Strip, where groundwater is the only available natural water resource, faces severe water stress due to overexploitation and drought conditions. This study aimed to review the recent water budget for the Gaza Strip by colle [...]

Open Access Review

Mental Health Disorders Following Exposure to Endocrine Disruptor Chemicals

Received: 27 October 2024;  Published: 18 April 2025;  doi: 10.21926/obm.neurobiol.2502285

Abstract

There is growing scientific concern regarding how endocrine-disrupting chemicals (EDCs) impact central nervous system (CNS) disorders. Both anecdotal and preclinical studies suggest a link between EDC exposure and major depressive disorder (MDD), potentially leading to neurodegenerative outcomes. EDCs primarily exhibit their biological effects by intera [...]

Open Access Original Research

Utilizing Machine Learning to Map Aquatic Weed Yields for Biochar Production: A Case Study in the Bangweulu Wetlands, Zambia

Received: 26 September 2024;  Published: 17 April 2025;  doi: 10.21926/aeer.2502020

Abstract

Aquatic weeds present significant ecological and socio-economic challenges in the Bangweulu Wetlands of northern Zambia, where their proliferation disrupts aquatic ecosystems, impedes fishing activities, and affects local livelihoods. Despite these challenges, aquatic weeds also offer a unique opportunity for sustainable biochar production, a clean [...]

Open Access Review

Rejuvenating the Skin: The Role of Macro and Microalgae in Preventing Aging

Received: 26 January 2025;  Published: 17 April 2025;  doi: 10.21926/obm.geriatr.2502308

Abstract

The increasing consumer demand for cosmetic products has led to the widespread use of synthetic substances, which are inexpensive and readily available but can sometimes harm the skin and body. Examples include hydroxybenzoic acid esters (parabens) and phthalates, which are considered endocrine disruptors, and synthetic fragrances that may cause irritat [...]

Open Access Review

Updates in Liver Transplantation for Alcohol-Related Liver Disease

Received: 30 November 2024;  Published: 17 April 2025;  doi: 10.21926/obm.transplant.2502247

Abstract

The prevalence of alcohol use disorder (AUD) and alcohol-related liver disease (ALD) has increased in the last two decades. ALD is currently the most common indication for both waitlist additions and liver transplant (LT) in the United States, including alcohol-associated cirrhosis, alcohol-associated hepatitis (AH), and acute-on-chronic liver failure [...]

Open Access Original Research

Hydrochemical Characteristics of Groundwater in the Mutoshi Deposit Environment, Kolwezi (Lualaba, DR Congo)

Received: 19 September 2024;  Published: 16 April 2025;  doi: 10.21926/aeer.2502019

Abstract

This study examines the hydrochemical characteristics of groundwater in the Mutoshi mining environment in Kolwezi, Democratic Republic of Congo, addressing gaps in understanding the impact of mining on water quality. Despite the DRC's vast water resources, only 26% of the urban population has access to safe drinking water, with the Mutoshi aquifer, [...]

Open Access Research Article

Mental Health Service Users' Experiences of Receiving Ear Acupuncture as a Complement in Psychiatric Care in ICELAND – A Qualitative and Quantitative Pilot Study

Received: 19 December 2024;  Published: 15 April 2025;  doi: 10.21926/obm.icm.2502018

Abstract

Depression, insomnia, cravings, and anxiety are significant and often long-lasting health problems. As medication has limited effect and often side effects, complementary methods such as ear acupuncture are used in mental health care. To describe mental health care users' experiences of ear acupuncture, including ratings of sleep, anxiety, depression [...]

Open Access Review

Neurotoxicity Following Exposure to Chlorpyrifos

Received: 14 January 2025;  Published: 15 April 2025;  doi: 10.21926/obm.neurobiol.2502284

Abstract

Neurotoxicity occurs when exposure to a biological, chemical, or physical agent, especially a neurotoxin, alters the normal activity of the nervous system in a way that results in permanent or reversible damage to neurons and nerve tissue and disrupts the functioning of the brain and nervous system. Chlorpyrifos is a broad-spectrum organophosphorus [...]

Open Access Review

Agrobacterium-Mediated Genome Modification for Improvement of Oil Palm Planting Materials

Received: 18 December 2024;  Published: 15 April 2025;  doi: 10.21926/obm.genet.2502292

Abstract

Oil palm is the most productive vegetable oil crop compared to other oil-bearing crops because it produces the highest oil yield per hectare. Palm oil is very versatile since it is used for producing food and beverages, personal care and cosmetics, cleaning products, biofuel, and bioenergy. To cater to the increasing demand in the global palm oil market [...]

Open Access Review

Advancing Single-Cell Detection of Senescent Cells: Laboratory Methods and Clinical Applications

Received: 30 November 2024;  Published: 14 April 2025;  doi: 10.21926/obm.geriatr.2502307

Abstract

Cellular senescence (aging) is a physiological process that plays a role in tissue remodeling, wound healing, and embryogenesis. Prolonged senescence of cells can have detrimental effects and trigger a secretory phenotype (SASP, senescence-associated secretory phenotype), degenerative disorders, cancer, and age-related diseases. Suitable biomarkers [...]

Open Access Case Report

Exploring the Genetic Landscape of Knobloch Syndrome: Novel Variant Identification and Literature Review

Received: 22 November 2024;  Published: 14 April 2025;  doi: 10.21926/obm.genet.2502291

Abstract

Knobloch Syndrome (KS) is a rare genetic disorder characterized by ocular abnormalities and central nervous system (CNS) defects, which are attributed to collagenopathy. The primary gene implicated in KS is COL18A1, which encodes the alpha chain of type XVIII collagen. This type of collagen functions as a proteoglycan, predominantly located in the basem [...]

Open Access Interview

An Interview with Prof. Dr. Pedro Fonte

Received: 07 April 2025;  Published: 11 April 2025;  doi: 10.21926/rpse.2502008

Open Access Original Research

Experiences and Support Needs of Informal Caregivers in Managing Behavioral Symptom of Dementia

Received: 03 October 2024;  Published: 10 April 2025;  doi: 10.21926/obm.geriatr.2502306

Abstract

About 90% of people living with Alzheimer's disease and related dementias experience behavioral and psychological symptoms during the course of the disorder. Although extensive research exists on the roles of informal caregivers in dementia care, their abilities to manage behavioral symptoms and the resources they turn to for support remain understudied [...]

Open Access Original Research

Assessment of the Main Elements for a Healthcare Waste Management System Using Analytical Hierarchical Process

Received: 16 October 2024;  Published: 10 April 2025;  doi: 10.21926/aeer.2502018

Abstract

When addressing Healthcare Waste Management (HCWM), numerous factors play a crucial role in ensuring its safety and environmentally responsible handling within institutional processes. Recognizing this imperative, this study employed the Analytical Hierarchical Process (AHP) methodology to establish a comprehensive assessment of 10 primary criteria [...]

Open Access Review

Unraveling the Involvement of Serotonergic 5-Hydroxytryptamine Receptor-6 Activation in Chronic Pain: A Narrative Review

Received: 28 September 2024;  Published: 09 April 2025;  doi: 10.21926/obm.neurobiol.2502283

Abstract

Chronic pain is a significant and global healthcare issue that hugely implies the quality of life and productivity of the affected individuals. It is challenging to treat and thus necessitates a deeper understanding of its underlying pathomechanisms to develop targeted interventions. Serotonin is one of the essential neurotransmitters involved in the [...]

Open Access Case Report

When Immunity Falls Short: Meningoencephalitis Despite Vaccination - A Case Report

Received: 13 June 2024;  Published: 09 April 2025;  doi: 10.21926/obm.transplant.2502246

Abstract

Varicella-zoster virus (VZV) significantly impacts the central and peripheral nervous systems, particularly in immunocompromised individuals. This case report details a rare presentation of VZV meningoencephalitis in a 42-year-old woman with interstitial lung disease and connective tissue disease undergoing lung transplant evaluation who presented with [...]

Open Access Review

The Crucial Role of Vitamin D in Regulating Gut Microbiota in Inflammatory Bowel Disease

Received: 17 November 2024;  Published: 08 April 2025;  doi: 10.21926/rpn.2502007

Abstract

In recent years, there has been an alarming increase in the incidence of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), which includes both Crohn's disease (CD) and ulcerative colitis (UC), particularly in Western countries. This chronic condition is intricately linked to the composition and health of the gut microbiota (GM) — a complex community of microorganisms [...]

Open Access Original Research

Household Exposure to Secondhand Cigarette Smoke during Pregnancy and Adverse Offspring Health Outcomes in The Gambia: A Cross-Sectional Study

Received: 31 August 2024;  Published: 08 April 2025;  doi: 10.21926/rpn.2502006

Abstract

The adverse effects of maternal passive smoking during pregnancy on offspring health remain understudied in sub-Saharan Africa, particularly in The Gambia, where smoke-free regulations are limited. To determine the prevalence of maternal passive smoking (MPS) during pregnancy and investigate its associations with adverse pregnancy outcomes and offspring [...]

Open Access Original Research

Sustainable Alternatives for Energy Generation and Food Production in Brazil

Received: 23 September 2024;  Published: 07 April 2025;  doi: 10.21926/aeer.2502017

Abstract

Urbanization driven by industrialization and population growth amplifies food consumption and reinforces the need for more fuels and energy. However, the expansion of biofuels can impose risks on long-term food security. This paper examines potential alternative crops for energy generation and food production, including those used by family farmers [...]

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