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Evaluation of the inhibitory potentials of selected compounds from Costus spicatus (Jacq.) rhizome towards enzymes associated with insulin resistance in polycystic ovarian syndrome: an in silico study
BACKGROUND: Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a chronic endocrine disorder prevalent in premenopausal women and is characterized by a range …
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Nitrogen deficiency regulates premature senescence by modulating flag leaf function, ROS homeostasis, and intercellular sugar concentration in rice during grain filling
BACKGROUND: Leaf senescence occurs in an age-dependent manner, but the rate and timing of leaf senescence may be influenced by …
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Molecular docking and pharmacokinetic studies of phytocompounds from Nigerian Medicinal Plants as promising inhibitory agents against SARS-CoV-2 methyltransferase (nsp16)
BACKGROUND: Since the index case was reported in China, COVID-19 has led to the death of at least 4 million …
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Investigation of promoter regions, motifs, and CpG islands in the regulation of gene expression in Trametes hirsuta strain 072
BACKGROUND: In silico analysis of transcription start sites, promoter regions, transcription factors and their binding sites, and CpG islands for …
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A novel model based on interleukin 6 and insulin-like growth factor II for detection of hepatocellular carcinoma associated with hepatitis C virus
BACKGROUND: The coexistence of cirrhosis complicates the early detection of hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC). Thus, novel biomarkers for HCC early detection …
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The potential role of inhaled nitric oxide for postexposure chemoprophylaxis of COVID-19
BACKGROUND: Several vaccines have been fast-tracked in an attempt to decrease the morbidity and mortality of COVID-19. However, post-exposure prophylaxis …
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IL28B rs12979860 polymorphism and zinc supplementation affect treatment outcome and liver fibrosis after direct-acting antiviral hepatitis C therapy
BACKGROUND: Impact of interleukin 28B (IL28B) rs12979860 polymorphism on response to direct-acting antivirals agents in HCV genotype 4-infected patients is …
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Association of NOS3 (rs 2070744) and SOD2Val16Ala (rs4880) gene polymorphisms with increased risk of ESRD among Egyptian patients
BACKGROUND: Chronic kidney Failure (CKD), particularly End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), may be serious ill-health related to a high death rate. …
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Genetic diversity and volatile oil components variation in Achillea fragrantissima wild accessions and their regenerated genotypes
BACKGROUND: Wild medicinal plants are suffering natural environmental stresses and habitat destruction. The genetic diversity evaluation of wild accessions and …
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NAFLD mark: an accurate model based on microRNA-34 for diagnosis of non-alcoholic fatty liver disease patients
BACKGROUND: It remains essential for non-alcoholic fatty liver (NAFLD) patients, to develop a sensitive and specific diagnostic model. Data regarding …
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Isolation and identification of marine microbial products
BACKGROUND: The ocean is one of the world's most important sources of bioactive chemicals in the marine environment. Microbiologists, ecologists, …
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Correlation of circulating miRNA-33a and miRNA-122 with lipid metabolism among Egyptian patients with metabolic syndrome
Metabolic syndrome is defined as a group of interrelated biochemical, clinical, and metabolic factors that directly increase the risk of …
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Improved chromium tolerance of Medicago sativa by plant growth-promoting rhizobacteria (PGPR)
BACKGROUND: Soil pollution by heavy metals increases the bioavailability of metals like hexavalent chromium (Cr (VI)), subsequently limiting plant growth …
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Is there a correlation between -174(G/C) polymorphism of IL-6 gene and the incidence of acute myocardial infarction?
BACKGROUND: Cardiovascular disease (CVD) remains the major cause of death worldwide. Most CVD can be prevented by addressing risk factors. …
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Livin/BIRC7 gene expression as a possible diagnostic biomarker for endometrial hyperplasia and carcinoma
BACKGROUND: Livin/BIRC7 is a member of the inhibitors of apoptosis proteins family which are implicated in development of cancer through …
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TLR4 gene polymorphisms in Egyptian vitiligo patients: insights into emerging association with clinical activity, family history, and response to therapy
BACKGROUND: Vitiligo is a common pigmentary disorder in which autoimmunity has been suggested to play an important role. Toll-like receptor …
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Biotechnological valorization of cashew apple juice for the production of citric acid by a local strain of Aspergillus niger LCFS 5
This work investigates the production of citric acid from cashew apple juice, an abundant waste in the processing of cashew, …
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Genetic and phenotypic diversity of selected Kenyan mung bean (Vigna radiata L. Wilckzek) genotypes
BACKGROUND: Mung bean is a pulse crop principally grown in the tropic and subtropic parts of the world for its …
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In silico analysis of promoter region and regulatory elements of glucan endo-1,3-beta-glucosidase encoding genes in Solanum tuberosum: cultivar DM 1-3 516 R44
BACKGROUND: Potato (Solanum tuberosum L.) is one of the most important food crops in the world. Pathogens remain as one …
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Disputed paternity presumption in Burkina Faso: determination of the biological fathers of children using ABO-rhesus/hemoglobin electrophoresis and STR assays
BACKGROUND: In resource-limited countries, ABO, HLA, MNS, Kells, and hemoglobin electrophoresis are classic tests for the resolution of paternity disputes …