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View article: Alarming colistin and carbapenem resistance in Klebsiella pneumoniae: molecular insights from Tehran hospitals, Iran
Alarming colistin and carbapenem resistance in Klebsiella pneumoniae: molecular insights from Tehran hospitals, Iran Open
Colistin showed the highest efficacy, with susceptibility rates of 83.3%. Notably, 25 isolates (16.7%) were colistin-resistant and 115 (76.7%) were carbapenem-resistant. Phenotypic analysis identified 87 (57.3%) isolates as ESBL producers,…
View article: Water-efficient forage production in arid regions: Environmental and economic sustainability assessment using integrated emergy and Monte Carlo analysis
Water-efficient forage production in arid regions: Environmental and economic sustainability assessment using integrated emergy and Monte Carlo analysis Open
This study evaluates four forage crop systems (Kochia, Millet, Sorghum, Barley) in Iran's drought-prone Sistan region using emergy analysis integrated with Monte Carlo uncertainty modeling. A number of new sustainability indices were devel…
View article: Acute hepatitis induced by insulin overdose and oral glucose administration in a child managed under a hybrid continuous care model
Acute hepatitis induced by insulin overdose and oral glucose administration in a child managed under a hybrid continuous care model Open
Summary Acute hepatitis was reported in a 10-year-old male patient with type 1 diabetes, believed to be due to hepatic glycogenosis from insulin overdose and oral glucose administration. Liver function abnormalities, including increased AL…
View article: Integrating Wearables Into a Hybrid Care Model: Continuous Remote Monitoring of a Diabetic Patient With Frequent Premature Ventricular Contractions Using an ŌURA Ring
Integrating Wearables Into a Hybrid Care Model: Continuous Remote Monitoring of a Diabetic Patient With Frequent Premature Ventricular Contractions Using an ŌURA Ring Open
This case report discusses the management of a male in his early 40s with type 2 diabetes and a history of smoking, evaluated for cardiac risk prior to beginning a half-marathon training program. The patient wore an ŌURA ring before, durin…
View article: Engineering of a biomechanically and biologically improved amniotic membrane using nanofibrous bacterial cellulose for healing of corneal defects
Engineering of a biomechanically and biologically improved amniotic membrane using nanofibrous bacterial cellulose for healing of corneal defects Open
Despite the low mechanical strength and fast degradation of amniotic membrane (AM), it widely been used as corneal wound dressing for years. To overcome these limitations, we used AM with bacterial nano-cellulose (BC) to fabricate a bilaye…
View article: Studying the Effect of 12 Weeks of Resistance Training with Sumac Supplementation on Inflammatory and Apoptotic Indices in Male Alzheimer's Mice
Studying the Effect of 12 Weeks of Resistance Training with Sumac Supplementation on Inflammatory and Apoptotic Indices in Male Alzheimer's Mice Open
Introduction: Alzheimer's disease represents the most prevalent form of dementia, characterized by a gradual decline in memory function. This study aimed to examine the impact of 12 weeks of resistance training combined with sumac suppleme…
View article: Detection of Colistin Heteroresistance in Carbapenem‐Resistant <i>Pseudomonas aeruginosa</i> Clinical Isolates in Iran
Detection of Colistin Heteroresistance in Carbapenem‐Resistant <i>Pseudomonas aeruginosa</i> Clinical Isolates in Iran Open
Background Since antimicrobial resistance is a rising danger and a serious threat to the health of humans, recent studies have revealed that routine tests, such as minimum inhibitory concentration (MIC), are not enough to detect heteroresi…
View article: Cliotide U1, a Novel Antimicrobial Peptide Isolated From <i>Urtica Dioica</i> Leaves
Cliotide U1, a Novel Antimicrobial Peptide Isolated From <i>Urtica Dioica</i> Leaves Open
Aims: Antibiotic resistance is currently a major challenge to scientists. Thus, attempts have been made to develop new compounds with antimicrobial activity. In this research, a new antimicrobial peptide with antibacterial activity was iso…
View article: Exploring the Potential Effects of Nisin and Colistin Combinations Against Drug-Resistant <i>Klebsiella pneumoniae </i>Isolates
Exploring the Potential Effects of Nisin and Colistin Combinations Against Drug-Resistant <i>Klebsiella pneumoniae </i>Isolates Open
Background: Klebsiella pneumoniae is a formidable nosocomial pathogen increasingly known for its antibiotic resistance, posing a significant global health challenge. The emergence of carbapenem-resistant strains has necessitated the explor…
View article: Surface interaction changes in minerals for underground hydrogen storage: Effects of CO2 cushion gas
Surface interaction changes in minerals for underground hydrogen storage: Effects of CO2 cushion gas Open
Hydrogen (H2) offers a promising solution for the energy transition but storing it on a large scale at the surface poses significant technical and environmental challenges. Underground formations provide a practical alternative for large-s…
View article: Dynamics of antimicrobial resistance and susceptibility profile in full-scale hospital wastewater treatment plants
Dynamics of antimicrobial resistance and susceptibility profile in full-scale hospital wastewater treatment plants Open
Drug resistance has become a matter of great concern, with many bacteria now resist multiple antibiotics. This study depicts the occurrence of antibiotic-resistant bacteria (ARB) and resistance patterns in five full-scale hospital wastewat…
View article: A Study of Hygienic and Grooming Behaviors in the Iranian Honeybee (Apis mellifera meda) Colonies Against Varroa destructor
A Study of Hygienic and Grooming Behaviors in the Iranian Honeybee (Apis mellifera meda) Colonies Against Varroa destructor Open
This study evaluated the grooming and uncapping & removing hygienic behaviors of the honeybee colonies of the West Azerbaijan province of Iran from April 2021 to October 2022. Eighty colonies of Iranian honeybees infected with Varroa mite …
View article: Measuring the effectiveness of hybrid diabetes care over 90 days through continuous data monitoring in type 2 diabetic patients
Measuring the effectiveness of hybrid diabetes care over 90 days through continuous data monitoring in type 2 diabetic patients Open
Background Diabetes Mellitus, a global health challenge, affects 537 million individuals. Traditional management relies on periodic clinic visits, but technological advancements, including remote monitoring, offer transformative changes. T…
View article: Antibiotic Resistance and Virulence Factors in Clinical Isolates of <i>Stenotrophomonas maltophilia</i> from Hospitalized Patients in Tehran, Iran
Antibiotic Resistance and Virulence Factors in Clinical Isolates of <i>Stenotrophomonas maltophilia</i> from Hospitalized Patients in Tehran, Iran Open
Stenotrophomonas maltophilia causes challenging infections in immunocompromised patients, exhibiting increasing resistance to multiple antimicrobials and possessing various virulence genes, including emerging resistance to trimethoprim‐sul…
View article: Biomimetic amniotic/silicone-based bilayer membrane for corneal tissue engineering
Biomimetic amniotic/silicone-based bilayer membrane for corneal tissue engineering Open
Amniotic membrane (AM) is an effective and widely used dressing in ocular injuries to reconstruct the cornea. Due to its low mechanical strength, high biodegradation rate, and difficult handling, its usage in medical interventions remains …
View article: Emerging Challenges in Staphylococcus aureus Bloodstream Infections: Insights from Coagulase Typing, Toxin Genes, and Antibiotic Resistance Patterns
Emerging Challenges in Staphylococcus aureus Bloodstream Infections: Insights from Coagulase Typing, Toxin Genes, and Antibiotic Resistance Patterns Open
Background. The incidence of complications and mortality associated with Staphylococcus aureus (S. aureus) bloodstream infections has been increasing significantly, particularly in developing countries where control strategies against this…
View article: Effectiveness of a hybrid technology enabled care model as measured by ICHOM standard set on established and managed type 2 diabetes already using medications: A RWE retrospective study
Effectiveness of a hybrid technology enabled care model as measured by ICHOM standard set on established and managed type 2 diabetes already using medications: A RWE retrospective study Open
The intervention model effectively managed T2D patients through a comprehensive approach, yielding notable improvements in HbA1c levels and other outcomes within a year. The study underscores the limitations of traditional care and relianc…
View article: The Relationship between the Biofilm Genes and Antibiotic Resistance in Stenotrophomonas maltophilia
The Relationship between the Biofilm Genes and Antibiotic Resistance in Stenotrophomonas maltophilia Open
Objectives. Today, Stenotrophomonas maltophilia (S. maltophilia) is a major opportunistic pathogen among hospitalized or immunocompromised patients. Antibiotic-resistant clinical isolates are increasing in several parts of the world. Vario…