Sensors, Vol. 24, Pages 2762: Multibranch Wavelet-Based Network for Image Demoir & eacute;ing
Sensors, Vol. 24, Pages 2762: Multibranch Wavelet-Based Network for Image Demoiréing Sensors doi: 10.3390/s24092762 Authors: Chia-Hung Yeh Chen Lo Cheng-Han He Moiré patterns caused by aliasing between the camera’s sensor and the monitor can severely degrade image quality. Image demoiréing is a multi-task image restoration method that includes texture and color restoration. This paper proposes a new multibranch wavelet-based image demoiréing network (MBWDN) for moiré pattern removal. Moiré images are separated in...
Source: Sensors - April 26, 2024 Category: Biotechnology Authors: Chia-Hung Yeh Chen Lo Cheng-Han He Tags: Article Source Type: research

Viral remodeling of the 4D nucleome
Exp Mol Med. 2024 Apr 25. doi: 10.1038/s12276-024-01207-0. Online ahead of print.ABSTRACTThe dynamic spatial organization of genomes across time, referred to as the four-dimensional nucleome (4DN), is a key component of gene regulation and biological fate. Viral infections can lead to a reconfiguration of viral and host genomes, impacting gene expression, replication, latency, and oncogenic transformation. This review provides a summary of recent research employing three-dimensional genomic methods such as Hi-C, 4C, ChIA-PET, and HiChIP in virology. We review how viruses induce changes in gene loop formation between regula...
Source: Molecular Medicine - April 24, 2024 Category: Molecular Biology Authors: Kyoung-Dong Kim Paul M Lieberman Source Type: research

GSE250020 Gene expression in PBMC treated with cilostazol,Ginkgo Biloba Extract and rosuvastatin
Contributors : Yi-Lin Chiu ; Chia-Ning FanSeries Type : Expression profiling by high throughput sequencingOrganism : Homo sapiensThe primary objective for collecting RNA-seq data in this study was to uncover the molecular mechanisms through which various drug impacts cardiovascular health. Specifically, the study aimed to explore how these drugs affects monocyte-to-macrophage differentiation and endothelial cell functions, both of which are crucial in the pathogenesis of cardiovascular diseases. (Source: GEO: Gene Expression Omnibus)
Source: GEO: Gene Expression Omnibus - April 24, 2024 Category: Genetics & Stem Cells Tags: Expression profiling by high throughput sequencing Homo sapiens Source Type: research

Trends in exposure to drugs and prohibited substances among sports: A nationwide analysis of 2008 –2022 inquiry records
This study aimed to enhance the prevention of sports-prohibited substance misuse by analyzing data collected from major nationwide service systems, enabling the identification of trends in athletes' exposure to drugs and prohibited substances. The study collected over 30,000 data points from three major national anti-doping inquiry systems, spanning from 2008 to 2022. The information of the users consulted products, prohibited substances, and sports disciplines in the data were calculated and categorized. The usage of inquiry systems has shown an increasing trend from 2008 to 2022. Athletes comprised the majority of users ...
Source: Drug Testing and Analysis - April 24, 2024 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Authors: Cheng ‐Chia Chen, Mei‐Chich Hsu, Yu‐Tse Wu, Chi‐Hua Chen, Tzu‐Yu Lin, Wei Ho, William Chih‐Wei Chang Tags: RESEARCH ARTICLE Source Type: research

Lumbar intervertebral disc degeneration in low back pain
Minerva Anestesiol. 2024 Apr;90(4):330-338. doi: 10.23736/S0375-9393.24.17843-1.ABSTRACTIntervertebral disc degeneration is characterized by deterioration in structural support that is potentially followed by stimulated neuronal ingrowth, and dysfunction of cellular physiology in the disc. Discogenic low back pain originates from nociceptors within the intervertebral disc or the cartilage endplate. This narrative review examines the mechanisms of disc degeneration, the association between degeneration and pain, and the current diagnosis and treatment of discogenic low back pain. Mechanisms of disc degeneration include dysr...
Source: Minerva Anestesiologica - April 23, 2024 Category: Anesthesiology Authors: Abby P Chiu Catherine Chia Lars Arendt-Nielsen Michele Curatolo Source Type: research

Vergence-Accommodation Conflict: Increased Presbyopia in Virtual Reality
DISCUSSION: HMD increases visual symptoms. However, HMD could be, in part, a remedy to problems when using visual aids for near work, in particular for presbyopes.PMID:38653312 | DOI:10.1055/a-2237-2840 (Source: Klinische Monatsblatter fur Augenheilkunde)
Source: Klinische Monatsblatter fur Augenheilkunde - April 23, 2024 Category: Opthalmology Authors: Ying-Yin Huang Marino Menozzi Chia-Yen Lee Source Type: research

Lumbar intervertebral disc degeneration in low back pain
Minerva Anestesiol. 2024 Apr;90(4):330-338. doi: 10.23736/S0375-9393.24.17843-1.ABSTRACTIntervertebral disc degeneration is characterized by deterioration in structural support that is potentially followed by stimulated neuronal ingrowth, and dysfunction of cellular physiology in the disc. Discogenic low back pain originates from nociceptors within the intervertebral disc or the cartilage endplate. This narrative review examines the mechanisms of disc degeneration, the association between degeneration and pain, and the current diagnosis and treatment of discogenic low back pain. Mechanisms of disc degeneration include dysr...
Source: Minerva Anestesiologica - April 23, 2024 Category: Anesthesiology Authors: Abby P Chiu Catherine Chia Lars Arendt-Nielsen Michele Curatolo Source Type: research

The Introduction of Magtrace Lymphatic Tracer for Axillary Sentinel Node Biopsy for Breast Cancer in a Rural Scottish District General Hospital: Initial Experience, Perspectives, Outcomes and Learning Curves
CONCLUSION: This study suggests that introducing Magtrace was feasible and safe in the context of a rural breast cancer service. A possible strategy to ameliorate the learning curve associated with these procedures is the routine dual localisation in the initial phases of performing Magtrace localisation.PMID:38653647 | DOI:10.1016/j.clbc.2024.03.013 (Source: Clinical Breast Cancer)
Source: Clinical Breast Cancer - April 23, 2024 Category: Cancer & Oncology Authors: Chia Yew Kong Jacob Williams Niroshini Hemadasa Dermot Murphy Maria Bews-Hair Source Type: research

Vergence-Accommodation Conflict: Increased Presbyopia in Virtual Reality
DISCUSSION: HMD increases visual symptoms. However, HMD could be, in part, a remedy to problems when using visual aids for near work, in particular for presbyopes.PMID:38653312 | DOI:10.1055/a-2237-2840 (Source: Klinische Monatsblatter fur Augenheilkunde)
Source: Klinische Monatsblatter fur Augenheilkunde - April 23, 2024 Category: Opthalmology Authors: Ying-Yin Huang Marino Menozzi Chia-Yen Lee Source Type: research

Personalized Resuscitation Using 3D Transesophageal Echocardiography
To the Editor- (Source: Resuscitation)
Source: Resuscitation - April 23, 2024 Category: Emergency Medicine Authors: Chia-Ching Chen, Diane Lee, Hung-Tsang Yen, Wan-Ching Lien Tags: Letter to the Editor Source Type: research

An overview on the key advantages and limitations of batch and dynamic modes of biosorption of metal ions
Chemosphere. 2024 Apr 20:142051. doi: 10.1016/j.chemosphere.2024.142051. Online ahead of print.ABSTRACTWater purification using adsorption is a crucial process for maintaining human life and preserving the environment. Batch and dynamic adsorption modes are two types of water purification processes that are commonly used in various countries due to their simplicity and feasibility on an industrial scale. However, it is important to understand the advantages and limitations of these two adsorption modes in industrial applications. Also, the possibility of using batch mode in industrial scale was scrutinized, along with the ...
Source: Chemosphere - April 22, 2024 Category: Chemistry Authors: Masamvu Malbenia John Asmaa Benettayeb Mohamed Belkacem Chitepo Ruvimbo Mitchel Mohamed Hadj Brahim Imene Benettayeb Boumediene Haddou Saleh Al-Farraj Abdullah Ali Alkahtane Soumya Ghosh C H Chia Mika Sillanpaa Omirserik Baigenzhenov Ahmad Hosseini-Bandeg Source Type: research

An overview on the key advantages and limitations of batch and dynamic modes of biosorption of metal ions
Chemosphere. 2024 Apr 20:142051. doi: 10.1016/j.chemosphere.2024.142051. Online ahead of print.ABSTRACTWater purification using adsorption is a crucial process for maintaining human life and preserving the environment. Batch and dynamic adsorption modes are two types of water purification processes that are commonly used in various countries due to their simplicity and feasibility on an industrial scale. However, it is important to understand the advantages and limitations of these two adsorption modes in industrial applications. Also, the possibility of using batch mode in industrial scale was scrutinized, along with the ...
Source: Chemosphere - April 22, 2024 Category: Chemistry Authors: Masamvu Malbenia John Asmaa Benettayeb Mohamed Belkacem Chitepo Ruvimbo Mitchel Mohamed Hadj Brahim Imene Benettayeb Boumediene Haddou Saleh Al-Farraj Abdullah Ali Alkahtane Soumya Ghosh C H Chia Mika Sillanpaa Omirserik Baigenzhenov Ahmad Hosseini-Bandeg Source Type: research

Cancers, Vol. 16, Pages 1597: RETRACTED: Lai et al. MicroRNA-21 Plays Multiple Oncometabolic Roles in the Process of NAFLD-Related Hepatocellular Carcinoma via PI3K/AKT, TGF- & beta;, and STAT3 Signaling. Cancers 2021, 13, 940
Cancers, Vol. 16, Pages 1597: RETRACTED: Lai et al. MicroRNA-21 Plays Multiple Oncometabolic Roles in the Process of NAFLD-Related Hepatocellular Carcinoma via PI3K/AKT, TGF-β, and STAT3 Signaling. Cancers 2021, 13, 940 Cancers doi: 10.3390/cancers16081597 Authors: Chi-Yu Lai Kun-Yun Yeh Chiu-Ya Lin Yang-Wen Hsieh Hsin-Hung Lai Jim-Ray Chen Chia-Chun Hsu Guor Mour Her The Cancers Editorial Office retracts the article, “MicroRNA-21 Plays Multiple Oncometabolic Roles in the Process of NAFLD-Related Hepatocellular Carcinoma via PI3K/AKT, TGF-β, and STAT3 Signaling&...
Source: Cancers - April 22, 2024 Category: Cancer & Oncology Authors: Chi-Yu Lai Kun-Yun Yeh Chiu-Ya Lin Yang-Wen Hsieh Hsin-Hung Lai Jim-Ray Chen Chia-Chun Hsu Guor Mour Her Tags: Retraction Source Type: research

Pulse pressure is associated with decline in physical function in older adults
Frailty syndrome in older individuals is characterized by weight loss, weakness, slowness, low levels of physical activity, and exhaustion [1], and it is associated with disability [2] and mortality [3,4]. Handgrip strength and walking speed are frequently assessed to measure the physical function of older individuals, particularly those who have high blood pressure (BP) and are experiencing progressive vascular aging, which is a common chronic condition. [5]. Carotid-femoral or brachial-ankle pulse wave velocity is commonly used to evaluate arterial stiffness and vascular aging. (Source: Maturitas)
Source: Maturitas - April 22, 2024 Category: Primary Care Authors: Shao-Yuan Chuang, Wen-Ling Liu, Hao-Min Cheng, Ren-Hua Chung, Chia-Hung Lai, Shu-Chun Chuang, I-Chien Wu, Hsing-Yi Chang, Chao Agnes Hsiung, Wei J. Chen, Chih-Cheng Hsu Tags: Original article Source Type: research

Unveiling the nexus: Understanding post-COVID parkinsonism and its neurological ramifications
This article explores the potential link between COVID-19 and parkinsonism, synthesizing existing evidence and recent research findings. It highlights limitations in current understanding, emphasizes the direct impact of the virus on dopamine neurons, and calls for continued research to elucidate long-term neurological implications and optimize patient care strategies. (Source: Parkinsonism and Related Disorders)
Source: Parkinsonism and Related Disorders - April 22, 2024 Category: Neurology Authors: Chia Siang Kow, Dinesh Sangarran Ramachandram, Syed Shahzad Hasan, Kaeshaelya Thiruchelvam Source Type: research