by María del Valle del Olmo de Dios  , Alfonso Roberto Barros-Loscertales  and Laura Laguna Cruañes

Received: 25 September 2023;  Published: 05 July 2024;  doi: 10.21926/obm.icm.2403039

Mediterranean diet, considered key to varied diets, raises whether it is necessary to supplement it with compounds like nutraceuticals to obtain more benefits. A scoping review was conducted. Nine articles were selected that compared the effects of nutraceuticals on biochemical markers (such as total cholesterol (TC), low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDLc)), weight, and blood pressure in various studies to the results observed in groups only exposed to the Mediterranean diet. The aim was to assess the impact of [...]

by Oyovwi Mega Obukohwo  , Peggy Ejiro Ohwin  , Rotu Arientare Rume  , Olowe Gideon Temitope  , Oyelere Abosede Oreoluwa  and Adelowo Joy Motunrayo

Received: 19 February 2024;  Published: 05 July 2024;  doi: 10.21926/obm.genet.2403249

Chromosome abnormalities are a leading cause of pregnancy loss, developmental delays, and birth defects. These abnormalities arise from errors in chromosome structure (breakage) or number (missegregation) during cell division. Understanding the causes of these errors is crucial for developing effective preventive strategies to improve reproductive health. This paper aims to review the known causes of chromosome breakage and mis-segregation, emphasizing their impact on pregnancy and newborn health. It further explor [...]

by Sara Alattar  , Muhammad Nouman  , Chidozie Onyiuke  , Conrad Stasieluk  and Edwin Meresh

Received: 29 November 2023;  Published: 05 July 2024;  doi: 10.21926/obm.neurobiol.2403230

Studies have shown that decrease in time intubated is associated with better prognosis. Delirium is associated with increased duration of mechanical ventilation and Intensive Care Unit (ICU) length of stay. However, there is limited report on delirium in intubated seizure patients. As per report, low Glasgow Coma Scale (GCS) increased the risk of delirium and thus increasing ICU length of stay. Information on delirium and outcome in intubated seizure patients receiving lacosamide versus phenytoin is limited. Our re [...]

by Leila Naseri  , Mohsen Akbaribazm  and Mozafar Khazaei

Received: 06 February 2024;  Published: 04 July 2024;  doi: 10.21926/obm.genet.2403248

Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is the most common endocrinopathy causing non-ovulation infertility in women. Women with PCOS have higher levels of luteinizing hormone (LH), testosterone, cholesterol and triglycerides but, in contrast, lower levels of follicular stimulating hormone (FSH) and sex hormone-binding globulin (SHBG) compared with healthy counterparts. Because of the limitations of human studies, animal models of PCOS have been developed to identify appropriate therapeutics and to explore their mechanism [...]

by Sergey Evstropiev  , Andrey Shelemanov  , Igor Bagrov  , Anna Karavaeva  , Kseniya Portnova  and Nikolay Nikonorov

Received: 06 April 2024;  Published: 03 July 2024;  doi: 10.21926/cr.2403008

Disperse porous Mn-doped ZnO-ZrO2 nanocomposites were prepared using the facile polymer-salt method. The effect of Mn content on the crystal structure, composite morphologies, their ability to photogenate the singlet oxygen, luminescence properties, and bactericidal activities were studied. The crystal structure and morphology of these materials were investigated using XRD and SEM analysis. It was found that obtained nanocomposites consist of small (~9 nm) hexagonal ZnO and fine ZrO2 crystals and the embedding of M [...]

by Van Anh Vu  , Joelle Nelson  , Helen Sweiss  , Reed Hall  , Holly Keyt  and Elisabeth Kincaide

Received: 29 January 2024;  Published: 03 July 2024;  doi: 10.21926/obm.transplant.2403220

Secondary hypogammaglobulinemia (HGG) from immunosuppression therapy in lung transplant recipients has been associated with increased mortality, morbidity and higher risk of infection. Intravenous immunoglobulin (IVIG) for the treatment of HGG post-lung transplant is not well studied with conflicting evidence regarding efficacy. This single-center, retrospective cohort study analyzed adult lung transplant recipients with HGG receiving ≥1 dose of IVIG 0.3-0.5 g/kg. Resolution of HGG (IgG > 600 mg/dL wi [...]

by Roghieh Nooripour  , Maryam Ghanbari Viki  , Nikzad Ghanbari  , Fardin Farmani  and Farinaz Emadi

Received: 07 April 2024;  Published: 01 July 2024;  doi: 10.21926/obm.neurobiol.2403229

Learning disabilities (LDs) encompass a range of cognitive challenges that can significantly influence students' educational experiences and overall academic performance. This study aimed to investigate the effects of alpha/theta neurofeedback rehabilitation on attention and working memory in female students with learning disabilities. This study employed a quasi-experimental design with pre-tests, post-tests, and a two-month follow-up and included a control group. Convenience sampling was used to select 40 fem [...]

by Regina M. Mackey  , Macaila Eick  , Sara Jacobsen  , Abraham Labrada Satiago  and Maria I. Lapid

Received: 26 February 2024;  Published: 01 July 2024;  doi: 10.21926/obm.geriatr.2403281

How should Palliative Medicine competencies be taught to medical students? In the United States and other countries, there is a consensus that teaching Palliative Medicine competencies to medical students is essential. Health agencies have also identified teaching Palliative Medicine competencies as crucial. According to Sanchez-Reilly and Ross, medical students reported that they feel better prepared to care for the elderly, patients with severe illness, and dying patients after completing formal training. The aut [...]

by Luana Góes Soares  , Sandra Kunst  , Cláudia Trindade Oliveira  and Annelise Kopp Alves

Received: 04 February 2024;  Published: 01 July 2024;  doi: 10.21926/cr.2403007

Sustainability has driven the use of heterogeneous photocatalysis as one of the primary methods for environmental decontamination, reduction, degradation, remediation, or transformation of polluting chemical residues and purification treatment of effluents and wastewater. TiO2 is the most commonly used semiconductor in heterogeneous photocatalysis. It acquires relevance, as it has favorable properties, such as non-toxicity, stability in a wide range of pH, economic viability, etc., which encourage its application a [...]

by Amos O. Oyatogun  , Emmanuel Ajenifuja  , Abimbola P. Popoola  , Olawale Popoola  , Fatai O. Aramide  and Grace M. Oyatogun

Received: 28 December 2023;  Published: 01 July 2024;  doi: 10.21926/rpm.2403016

High strength and good conductivity are both critical parameters for copper-based alloys for electrical and other technological applications. This study is aimed to produce copper alloys and metal matrix composites (MMCs) with enhanced physical properties. Cu-Ti-Ni ternary alloys and MMCs samples were sintered at 600 to 700°C using spark plasma sintering (SPS), with a heating rate of 100°C/minutes, uniaxial pressure of 50 MPa, and a holding time of 10 minutes. Scanning electron microscopy (FE-SEM) was used to exami [...]