Nephrotic syndrome (NS) is a complex clinical entity characterized by proteinuria, hypoalbuminemia, and edema.In this review, we propose the view Tape Dispensers of NS as a podocytopathy, highlighting the importance of understanding the role of podocytes in the development of this condition.We discuss the various etiologies of NS, ranging from cong
Abstract Believing conspiracy narratives is frequently assumed to be a major cause of vaccine hesitancy, i.e., the tendency to forgo vaccination despite its availability.In this scoping review, we synthesise and critically evaluate studies that assess i) the occurrence of vaccine-related conspiracy narratives on the internet, ii) the prevalence of
Chagas disease (CD) causes the highest burden of parasitic diseases in the Western Hemisphere and is therefore a priority for drug research and development.Platelet-activating factor (PAF) causes the CD parasite Trypanosoma cruzi to differentiate, which suggests that the parasite may express PAF receptors.Here, we explored the T.cruzi proteome for
Abstract The highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) H5N1 virus has been endemic in aquatic birds since 1997, causing outbreaks in domestic poultry and occasional human infections worldwide.Recently, the cross-species transmission of a new reassortant variant from clade 2.3.4.4b Vases of H5N1 to cattle in the US has heightened concerns regarding t
ObjectiveThe objective of this study is to present a comprehensive overview of current advancements, prominent areas of interest, emerging trends, and frontiers in global research concerning the treatment of adolescent idiopathic scoliosis.The Hair Styling Tools aim is to offer valuable insights and guidance for future research endeavors in this fi