Review
Plant Sciences
Jiawei Li, Qinglin Zhu, Fuchao Jiao, Zhenwei Yan, Haiyan Zhang, Yumei Zhang, Zhaohua Ding, Chunhua Mu, Xia Liu, Yan Li, Jingtang Chen, Ming Wang
Summary: Maize is globally the most important cereal crop, but it has been facing various challenges from environmental factors, including salt stress caused by climate change. This review provides an overview of the intricate relationships between salt stress and several plant defense mechanisms in maize, such as osmolytes, antioxidant enzymes, reactive oxygen species, plant hormones, and ions (Na+, K+, Cl-), which are critical for salt tolerance. It addresses the regulatory strategies and key factors involved in salt tolerance, aiming to enhance the understanding of the salt tolerance regulatory networks in maize.
Article
Mechanics
Thomas. M. Adams
Summary: The author argues that scholarship consists of hierarchically nested levels of specialization, with modern scholarship often unaware of the benefits of conducting research at higher, more general levels. Generalist scholarship can uncover unique insights and provide wisdom by enhancing awareness of our scholarship's position within the hierarchy.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Matthew R. Baker, Nathalie A. Steins, Martin A. Pastoors, Stefan Neuenfeldt, Andries de Boer, Dirk Haasnoot, Stephanie Madsen, Johan Muller, Kobus Post, Claus R. Sparrevohn, Mart van der Meij
Summary: Direct engagement of the fishing industry in knowledge and data provision for research and management is becoming more prevalent. Collaborative approaches between science and industry create opportunities for information transfer and improved understanding of ecosystem interactions and management response. Clear communication, respect, and trust are necessary for successful collaborations. Assessment of current trends and development of guidelines and best practices can promote sustainable science-industry collaboration.
FRONTIERS IN MARINE SCIENCE
(2023)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Balazs Sonkodi
Summary: Psoriasis is a complex systemic disease with unclear pathomechanism. This article suggests that the microinjury of somatosensory terminals, specifically the Piezo2 channelopathy, may play a crucial role in the development of psoriasis. The primary injury occurs in the Merkel cell-neurite complex, leading to impaired glutamate release and dysregulated keratinocyte proliferation and differentiation. Additionally, the leakage of mtHsp70 from damaged mitochondria through somatosensory terminals is proposed to initiate autoimmune and autoinflammatory processes in psoriasis.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR SCIENCES
(2022)
Review
Computer Science, Information Systems
Sukhveer Kaur, Krishan Kumar, Naveen Aggarwal
Summary: Software Defined Networking (SDN) offers flexibility, programmability, and network automation by shifting network intelligence to a centralized controller. While SDN devices have lower costs due to open source network operating systems, they face scalability and performance challenges. The use of P4-programmable data plane switches can help address these issues.
COMPUTER COMMUNICATIONS
(2021)
Article
Astronomy & Astrophysics
C. Wetterich
Summary: Models of inflationary cosmology allow for a choice of metric where the geometry of homogeneous isotropic solutions becomes flat Minkowski space in the infinite past. The evolution is predominantly described by the slow increase of a scalar field which sets the scale of all masses. The primordial flat frame offers a new perspective on the physical properties of the inflationary universe.
Review
Engineering, Multidisciplinary
Guo Chen, Zhigui Liu, Guang Yu, Jianhong Liang
Summary: This paper comprehensively reviewed the generalized fusion algorithms of multisensor data, including its definition, classification, principles, and architecture. By proposing a generalized multisensor data fusion model based on the JDL model, and a tensor-based multisensor heterogeneous data generalized fusion algorithm, future research directions were also discussed.
MATHEMATICAL PROBLEMS IN ENGINEERING
(2021)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
R. Dhinesh Kumar, Suresh Chavhan
Summary: Recent technological breakthroughs and the increase in IoT devices have necessitated the development of a more intelligent and efficient communication network architecture to meet future communication demands. The research and development of 6G communication technologies are currently underway to lay the foundation for communication needs in the 2030s. This paper outlines the prospects, driving factors, and technological developments of 6G research, while also discussing emerging applications and requirements. The study provides insights into the global aspect of 6G development, including ongoing research projects and standardization efforts.
SUSTAINABLE ENERGY TECHNOLOGIES AND ASSESSMENTS
(2022)
Review
Oceanography
Myron A. Peck, Juergen Alheit, Arnaud Bertrand, Ignacio A. Catalan, Susana Garrido, Marta Moyano, Ryan R. Rykaczewski, Akinori Takasuka, Carl D. van der Lingen
Summary: Small pelagic fish are crucial players in marine ecosystems and global food security. Research gaps remain in understanding SPF ecological knowledge, the impacts of hypoxia and heatwaves, and the importance of exploring density-dependent processes on SPF populations.
PROGRESS IN OCEANOGRAPHY
(2021)
Article
Clinical Neurology
Matteo Pardini, J. William L. Brown, Roberta Magliozzi, Richard Reynolds, Declan T. Chard
Summary: While multiple sclerosis can affect any part of the CNS, it does not do so evenly. Lesions tend to occur around the ventricles in white matter, and mainly in the outermost cortex in grey matter. Neuronal loss is greater in the outermost layers of cortical grey matter, with the most severe abnormalities near the ventricular surface. The cause of these gradients remains uncertain, but factors released from meningeal inflammation into the CSF may play a role.
Article
Telecommunications
Elijah Hradovich, Marek Klonowski, Dariusz R. Kowalski
Summary: The paper suggests using average-case performance measurement as a way to evaluate and compare queueing protocols on a multiple-access channel. It proves that Little's Law holds for this method, and introduces a consistent methodology for classifying queueing protocols based on protocol features.
IEEE COMMUNICATIONS LETTERS
(2021)
Review
Genetics & Heredity
Maria Krivega, Clara M. Stiefel, Zuzana Storchova
Summary: This study compares the effects of chromosome gains in vivo and in vitro and identifies shared pathological features that may be caused by the presence of an extra chromosome.
AMERICAN JOURNAL OF HUMAN GENETICS
(2022)
Article
Biology
Laura Salgado-Boquete, Jose Manuel Carrascosa, Mar Llamas-Velasco, Ricardo Ruiz-Villaverde, Pablo de la Cueva, Isabel Belinchon
Summary: This study proposes a ranking system for assessing the severity of psoriasis, classifying patients into three categories: mild, moderate, and severe based on different disease measures.
Review
Immunology
Siddhi Parab, Gaurav Doshi
Summary: Psoriasis is an autoimmune, chronic, inflammatory skin condition mediated by T cells. The lack of an appropriate animal model has hindered studies into its pathogenic mechanisms, but various methods have been employed to study specific characteristics. Despite their limitations, these models have shown a connection between epidermal cell proliferation, vascular hyperplasia, and a cell-mediated immune response. Xenotransplantation has significantly aided psoriasis research and has been used to investigate the function of T lymphocytes and other cells. Designing relevant in vivo and in vitro models is crucial for finding a cure for psoriasis.
INTERNATIONAL IMMUNOPHARMACOLOGY
(2023)
Review
Medicine, General & Internal
Lan Guo, Hongzhong Jin
Summary: Psoriasis is a chronic inflammatory skin disease with significant physical and psychological burdens. Metabolomics has been widely used in psoriasis research and has advanced our understanding of the disease's pathogenesis, diagnosis, treatment mechanisms, and comorbidities. Dysregulation of amino acids, carnitines, fatty acids, lipids, and carbohydrates have been identified in psoriasis through metabolomic studies. Common research strategies, progress, emerging trends, and future directions in the application of metabolomics to psoriasis are discussed.
CHINESE MEDICAL JOURNAL
(2023)
Article
Sport Sciences
Mike Schmidt, Daniela Ohlendorf, David A. Groneberg, Eileen M. Wanke
Summary: The study highlights the importance of good cardiorespiratory capacity for dance teachers to maintain their health and long-term professional careers. There were discrepancies between dance teachers' self-perception of their fitness levels and the objective measurements. Results indicated that the levels of vitamin D3 and ferritin in dance teachers were generally suboptimal.
JOURNAL OF STRENGTH AND CONDITIONING RESEARCH
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Fabian Holzgreve, Laura Maltry, Jasmin Haenel, Helmut Schmidt, Andreas Bader, Markus Frei, Natalie Filmann, David Alexander Groneberg, Daniela Ohlendorf, Anke van Mark
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH
(2020)
Review
Environmental Sciences
Eszter Fuezeki, Theresa Weber, David A. Groneberg, Winfried Banzer
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH
(2020)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Daniela Ohlendorf, Laura Maltry, Jasmin Haenel, Werner Betz, Christina Erbe, Christian Maurer-Grubinger, Fabian Holzgreve, Eileen M. Wanke, Doerthe Brueggmann, Albert Nienhaus, David A. Groneberg
JOURNAL OF OCCUPATIONAL MEDICINE AND TOXICOLOGY
(2020)
Article
Dentistry, Oral Surgery & Medicine
Daniela Ohlendorf, V. Fay, I. Avaniadi, C. Erbe, E. M. Wanke, D. A. Groneberg
Summary: The study showed that there is a relationship between weight, BMI, laterotrusion, and angle class II malocclusion with postural control in women aged between 41 and 50 years. Interdisciplinary functional examinations of mandibular movements could help improve postural control by addressing any limitations.
CLINICAL ORAL INVESTIGATIONS
(2021)
Article
Emergency Medicine
Marc S. Schehadat, Guido Scherer, David A. Groneberg, Manfred Kaps, Michael H. K. Bendels
Summary: The study highlights the increase in utilization of emergency devices in the German emergency medical service, with on-site treatment operations causing higher economic loss compared to patient transport operations. Operations performed by the EMS are more frequent in urban areas, while patient transport operations are more common in rural areas. Overall, appropriate patient management is necessary from both medical and economic perspectives to optimize resource allocation.
BMC EMERGENCY MEDICINE
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Laura Fraeulin, Christian Maurer-Grubinger, Fabian Holzgreve, David A. Groneberg, Daniela Ohlendorf
Summary: The study compared the joint kinematics of elite long-distance triathletes during transition running, revealing significant differences in trunk and leg movements such as spinal extension, pelvic rotation, hip flexion, internal hip rotation, knee adduction, and complex knee flexion patterns. These findings contribute to a better understanding of coordination issues in transition running.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Salim Ahmadi, Doris Klingelhoefer, Christina Erbe, Fabian Holzgreve, David A. Groneberg, Daniela Ohlendorf
Summary: This study reveals that key players in oral hygiene research are concentrated in high-income countries, with minimal participation from lower income economies. The burden situations are shifting towards low-income countries, calling for an expansion of international network to address future global oral health challenges. The USA and Western European nations are leading in research output on oral hygiene, with Brazil emerging as a significant player.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Kim Sarah Blume, Fabian Holzgreve, Laura Fraeulin, Christina Erbe, Werner Betz, Eileen M. Wanke, Doerthe Brueggmann, Albert Nienhaus, Christian Maurer-Grubinger, David A. Groneberg, Daniela Ohlendorf
Summary: Despite their young age and short duration of practice, dental students are already experiencing musculoskeletal disorders (MSD). The study found that MSD in dental students is mainly related to poor posture during dental work, with the highest ergonomic risk observed in body parts such as the wrists, neck, and trunk. More focus on theoretical and practical ergonomics in dental education is necessary to reduce the occurrence of MSD.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Janis Droege, Ibrahim El Moussaoui, Doris Klingelhoefer, Hannelore Held, David A. Groneberg, Marcel A. Verhoff, Stefanie Plenzig
Summary: Particulate matter emitted during autopsies may act as a medium for the transmission of various viruses or bacteria, leading to infections. Thus, it is crucial to reduce the exposure to these particles in indoor working environments. In this study, particulate matter in the ambient air during autopsies was measured using an aerosol spectrometer. The particle emissions from using an ordinary oscillating saw and an adapted saw with a suction unit were compared to evaluate the effectiveness of technical adaptation in reducing particles. Additionally, the impact of wearing a face mask and variations in room background concentration were analyzed. The results showed high particle concentrations while using the ordinary saw, but the exposure could be mostly avoided by using the adapted saw or wearing a face mask. On most working days, an increase in background concentration was observed. Based on these findings, the use of a proper suction unit and face mask during autopsies is necessary, along with sufficient ventilation to prevent long-lasting high background concentrations.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2022)
Article
Substance Abuse
Markus Braun, Laura Lian Marsidi, Doris Klingelhoefer, David A. Groneberg
Summary: This study reveals that PM emissions from Kretek cigarettes in Indonesia can be very high. It is important to inform and warn the Indonesian public, considering the prevalent smoking and SHS exposure. The implementation of a serious and effective tobacco control policy is overdue in Indonesia.
NICOTINE & TOBACCO RESEARCH
(2022)
Review
Rehabilitation
Laura Maltry, Daniela Ohlendorf, Michael Bendels, David A. Groneberg, Christoph Mickel
Summary: The impact of sleep on the consolidation of motor memory remains controversial, with publications presenting different views and highlighting methodological issues in research. Reasons for the difficulty in understanding include numerous influencing factors and complexity in terminology.
Article
Rehabilitation
D. Ohlendorf, S. Salzer, R. Haensel, J. Rey, L. Maltry, F. Holzgreve, J. Lampe, E. M. Wanke, D. A. Groneberg
BMC SPORTS SCIENCE MEDICINE AND REHABILITATION
(2020)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
S. Rautiainen, D. Dryhorub, D. A. Groneberg, E. M. Wanke
ZENTRALBLATT FUR ARBEITSMEDIZIN ARBEITSSCHUTZ UND ERGONOMIE
(2020)
Correction
Ophthalmology
P. W. Kramer, T. Kohnen, D. A. Groneberg, M. H. K. Bendels
JAMA OPHTHALMOLOGY
(2020)
