TIM3-mediated differentiation of IL-10-producing CD25+ B cells by expanded regulatory T cells See

Cell-based immunotherapy utilizing regulatory T cells (Tregs) has recently advanced into clinical applications, demonstrating promising results in phase I/II trials to prevent transplant rejection and treat autoimmune diseases. We have completed a clinical trial in renal transplant patients in wh...

The Use of Machine Learning in Predicting the Economic Performance of the ASTEP Solar Thermal System See

A ridge regression model developed in Python was used to predict the economic performance of an innovative solar thermal system called ASTEP. The system was applied to the industrial processes of two end-users, Mandrekas (MAND) and Arcelor Mittal (AMTP). The ASTEP system was design...

The assessment for potential thyroid-mediated endocrine disruption in amphibians: Clarification on the use of new methods and on the interpretation of changes in thyroid histology See

Amphibians (specifically Xenopus laevis) are used as the model species to assess potential endocrine-disrupting properties in non-mammalian species through thyroid modality. The amphibian metamorphosis assay is the most frequently available test. Attempts have been made to modify this protocol in ...

The Jewish Agency and Syria during the Arab Revolt in Palestine Secret Meetings and Negotiations See

In his book about the Jewish Agency’s clandestine diplomacy and influence campaign in Syria during the late 1930s, Mahmoud Muhareb argues that the Jewish Agency intended to weaken the Arab revolt by cutting off its political and material support. Moreover, he argues that the J...

Circular Pathways in Construction: Environmental Life Cycle Assessment of Bio-based Fiber Reinforced Building Component See

The construction sector is one of the most significant contributors to global environmental impacts, particularly due to its high material and energy demands. Developing sustainable alternatives to conventional building materials is, therefore, a critical step toward reducing the environmental impact&...

Moving Beyond the Bladder Diary: Does New Technology Now Allow Us to Take Investigation of LUTS Into the Community? ICI-RS 2024 See

Context: Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms (LUTS) are defined by their distressing effect on patients' day-to-day life. Given the pressures on secondary care resources, LUTS may be overlooked or inadequately assessed and therefore patients may be burdened for an extended period before&...

Public Narrative Leadership in Community Sport: Enabling Social Change in Health and Wellbeing Through Storytelling, Relationship Building and Collective Action See

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Primary healthcare costs associated with the AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine in England See

Current research on the effectiveness of COVID-19 vaccines has demonstrated their role in reducing hospitalizations and deaths due to SARS-CoV-2. However, evidence regarding the healthcare costs incurred by vaccinated versus unvaccinated individuals in the community remains limited, especially in prim...

Inspiratory muscle training in the healthy adult: The relationship between load, perception, and oxygen consumption See

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