Evaluation of the Leptocheck-WB IgM rapid test for acute leptospirosis among acute undifferentiated fever patients in western Uganda: very low sensitivity against locally circulating Leptospira serogroups
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Andrew Vivian Kirabo, Lordrick Alinaitwe, Edgar Charles Ndawula
Abstract Leptospirosis contributes substantially to acute undifferentiated fever (AUF) in sub-Saharan Africa but is underdiagnosed. Rapid diagnostic tests could enable early detection, yet performance in …
Regenerating forests around Taï National Park sustain biodiversity despite constrained floristic recovery
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Aya Diane Larissa Houphouët, Yao Charles Sangne, Abdoulaye Diarrassouba
ABSTRACT Extensive deforestation and disturbance have reshaped forest landscapes in West Africa, including areas surrounding Taï National Park, the largest remaining block of Upper Guinean …
Global Research Trends on Campylobacter spp. and Human Health: A bibliometric analysis (2017–2025)
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AOUAD OTMANE, MELAYLOU Fedwa, NAFAI Manal
Background Campylobacter spp. is among the leading causes of foodborne gastroenteritis worldwide, with infections caused by Campylobacter jejuni and Campylobacter coli the most common. These …
Buspirone attenuates cyclophosphamide-induced renal dysfunction in association with alterations in miR-205/EGLN2, Nrf2, and PERK/ATF4/CHOP signaling
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Ahmed M. El‐Dessouki, Amal Abdullah Alrashidi, Mohammad I. Jumaa
Background Although microRNAs have been investigated, the reno-protective role of microRNA-205 (miR-205) in cyclophosphamide (CPA)-induced nephrotoxicity has not yet been explored. Therefore, this study evaluated …
Determinants and dynamics of repeat unsafe abortion in Ghana—a mixed-method study at Tema General Hospital
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Kelvin Stefan Osafo, Sahadetu A. Mustapha-Sahabi, Derrick Ofosu Amoh
Background Unsafe abortion remains a significant driver of maternal morbidity and mortality in Ghana. Despite progressive policies, many women continue to bypass safe clinical pathways. …
Hematological profiles and preventive-practice characteristics among patients with podoconiosis: A case-control study in Musanze District, Rwanda
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Hiberte Migabo, Diogene Sebahire Rwayitare, Jean Paul Bikorimana
BACKGROUND: Podoconiosis is a chronic, disfiguring, non-filarial form of lymphedema caused by prolonged barefoot exposure to irritant soil. An estimated four million people are affected …
Prevalence and associated factors of adolescent tobacco use in three Sub-Saharan African countries: A comparative analysis of national cross-sectional surveys
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Grace Kyule, Samuel Iddi, Noreen Dadirai Mdege
Tobacco use often begins during adolescence, increasing the risk of lifelong nicotine dependence and future non-communicable diseases. In sub-Saharan Africa, concerns are rising due to …
A comparative study of HSO-optimized PID and TID controllers with fuzzy adaptation for delta robot control
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Donia Saleem, Hasan Eleashy, Mohamed Α. Shamseldin
This paper presents the development, tuning, and comparative evaluation of intelligent control strategies for a highly nonlinear Delta robot. The work includes the development and …
Isolation and characterization of an algicolous endophytic Mucor circinelloides from macroalga Colpomenia sinuosa as a promising source of bioactive metabolites for dermocosmetic applications
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Mostafa M. El‐Sheekh, Nessma A. El-Zawawy, Ebrahim M. Shalamesh
Marine endophytic fungi have arisen as a prospective source of bioactive secondary metabolites with potential cosmeceutical and pharmaceutical applications. In this study, four endophytic fungal …
Molecular characterization and spoilage potential of yeasts isolated from traditional Egyptian Karish cheese
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Reda H. Abdel-Fadeel, Sherif A. Abdella, Sulaiman A. Alsalamah
Traditional soft cheeses are susceptible to microbial contamination, particularly when unsterilized flavoring additives are used during production or retail handling. This study aimed to quantify …
Quantum correlations and Basis-Independent Coherence Distribution in Two Gravitational Cat States
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Mostafa Mansour, Mansoura Oumennana
We study the distribution of quantum correlations and basis-independent coherence in a pair of massive particles confined in a double-well potential and coupled through their …
The Challenges of Providing Technical Evidence in Witchcraft Cases: A Forensic Perspective
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Abdulmalik Jimoh Edun, Buhari Edun Jimoh
Adjudicating witchcraft-related cases presents a formidable challenge due to the difficulty of procuring technical evidence for claims rooted in supernatural beliefs. This study examines these …
Mercury use on the artisanal gold mining site at Gnikpière, Burkina Faso
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Alice Rayim Wende NARE, Ouedraogo Issa, Moussa Bouboucari
Land use patterns drive demographic collapse and reveal urgent conservation needs of Balanites aegyptiaca (L.) Delile Stands in resilient dryland forests
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Ismael Bio Yandou, Boubacar Moussa Mamoudou, Idrissa Soumana
The Effect of Political Communication on Voters' Behaviour in the 2023 Presidential Election in Nigeria
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Nusirat Raheem, A. J. Edun
The 2023 presidential election in Nigeria represented a major shift in the relationship between political communication and voter behaviour within a developing democracy. The election …
Make-Up and Character Interpretation in Nollywood: A Study of a Tribe Called Judah (2023) and Funmilayo Ransome-Kuti (2023)
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Favour Oghenemega Adu, Chukwuma Anyanwu
This article critically examines the role of make-up and character interpretation in Nollywood films, with a focus on A Tribe Called Judah (2023) and Funmilayo …
Angiographic and early in-hospital profile of primary percutaneous coronary intervention in patients with substance use disorder presenting with ST-segment elevation myocardial infarction
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Khaled M. Elmaghraby, Abdalla A. Gamal, Hatem Abdel Rahman Helmy
Acute myocardial infarction is increasingly recognized in younger adults, but the angiographic and early clinical profile of ST-segment elevation myocardial infarction among patients with substance …
The Moderating Effect of Dietary Habitand Religiosity Between Perceived Stress and Mental Well-Being of Diabetic Patients
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Allison Trust-Jah Tuaegwuchukwu, Caleb Uchechukwu Iwuchukwu, Chioma Utah-Iheanyichukwu
Diabetes affects over 463 million people worldwide, thus posing a significant burden on individuals, healthcare systems, and economies. Proper management and care require regular monitoring …
Biogenic synthesis and characterization of selenium nanoparticles by halotolerant Bacillus sonorensis 2MNHR
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Nourhan G. Naga, Mona E. M. Mabrouk, Radwa M. Taha
Selenium nanoparticles (SeNPs) have attracted significant attention owing to their unique physicochemical properties and promising biomedical applications. In the present study, a newly isolated halotolerant …
Actor and Character Duality in Nollywood: Identity Negotiation, Typecasting and Cultural Embodiment in Selected Performances of Raji Lawal
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Oghenefejiro Agbure, Solomon Odiri Ejeke
This article examines actor and character duality in Nollywood through a qualitative case study of Raji Lawal, with particular attention to identity negotiation, typecasting, emotional …