Article
Virology
Phillip J. Yates, Nalini Mehta, Helen A. Watson, Amanda F. Peppercorn
Summary: Influenza infection can be serious and even fatal, but antiviral medications like neuraminidase inhibitors are important for the treatment of severely ill patients. However, the development of resistance can make these drugs less effective. A study using Next Generation Sequencing found previously undetectable resistance mutations in respiratory samples of patients being treated with IV zanamivir. However, the clinical significance of these mutations is unclear.
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Joseph T. Wu, Kathy Leung, Tommy T. Y. Lam, Michael Y. Ni, Carlos K. H. Wong, J. S. Malik Peiris, Gabriel M. Leung
Summary: Epidemic nowcasting involves assessing the current state of an outbreak by understanding key characteristics, providing situational awareness, and informing control responses. Scientists must constantly update their aims and analytics to incorporate new questions, data, and findings in order to synthesize real-time evidence for policy decisions. Recent advances in computational and laboratory sciences are enhancing the scope, timeliness, reliability, and utility of epidemic nowcasting.
Article
Geosciences, Multidisciplinary
Neegar Sultana, Shukui Tan
Summary: This study explores how local-level institutions in southeast Bangladesh mitigate landslide hazards in the absence of landslide-specific disaster management policy. It reveals that structural measures are insufficient due to financial constraints, while non-structural measures need special attention. The findings suggest the importance of considering ethnic culture and regional factors in resettlement policies and propose institution-based solutions for sustainable hill management.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF DISASTER RISK REDUCTION
(2021)
Article
Energy & Fuels
Ina Maia, Lukas Kranzl, Andreas Muller
Summary: This study examines the optimal timing for building renovation steps and the impact of interdependency between steps on model results, proposing a net present value maximizing model. Using real-life building renovation data, the results show that step-by-step renovations can achieve higher energy savings and the renovation period depends on the interdependency of steps.
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Md Nurul Amin, Md Asaduzzaman, Alamgir Kabir, Shaila Sharmin Snigdha, Md Sarwar Hossain
Summary: Lessons from indigenous techniques and knowledge practices (ITKPs) in local-scale climate change adaptations are crucial for climate adaptation policies. This study investigated the benefits of ITKPs and their integration into climate adaptation and development activities in southern coastal Bangladesh. Findings showed that households perceived ITKPs to enhance economic security, reduce livelihood risks, and improve food security, with agriculture-dependent households willing to invest in ITKPs for climate adaptation.
Article
Business
Afjal Hossain, Badiuzzaman
Summary: The study found that in Bangladesh, the whole fruit form is the most important attribute in deciding to purchase any fruit, with quantity being a crucial factor for hog plum and size, color, lack of blemishes, and traceability being important for guava. It also suggests the importance of removing fruit blemishes or flaws in farming systems and the development of quality storage and transportation facilities in the fruit supply chain.
JOURNAL OF RETAILING AND CONSUMER SERVICES
(2021)
Review
Infectious Diseases
Mohammad Mahmudul Hassan, Pronesh Dutta, Md Mazharul Islam, Md. Ahaduzzaman, Shovon Chakma, Ariful Islam, Ricardo J. Soares Magalhaes
Summary: Avian influenza viruses (AIVs) pose a significant threat to both animal and human health in Bangladesh. The co-circulation of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) and low pathogenic avian influenza (LPAI) viruses in poultry and wild birds has created a complex epidemiological situation. Inadequate surveillance, early detection strategies, and biosecurity practices, as well as the complex supply chains, contribute to an increasing risk of viral transmission at the human-poultry interface. A One Health approach, involving various stakeholders, is necessary for successfully controlling avian influenza outbreaks in Bangladesh.
TRANSBOUNDARY AND EMERGING DISEASES
(2023)
Article
Fisheries
Md. Akhtaruzzaman Khan, Ratna Begum, Rasmus Nielsen, Ayoe Hoff
Summary: The study found that feed, labor, and capital have positive impacts on aquaculture production, while increased fingerling density and farm size contribute to higher risk. Access to extension services can enhance farm efficiency, and larger farms tend to be more efficient.
JOURNAL OF THE WORLD AQUACULTURE SOCIETY
(2021)
Article
Surgery
Moritz Muckenhuber, Jasmin Mucha, Konstantinos Mengrelis, Christopher How, Roman Reindl-Schwaighofer, Andreas Heinzel, Verena Kainz, Nina Worel, Gabriela Berlakovich, Matthias Edinger, Rainer Oberbauer, Thomas Wekerle
Summary: Reducing the recipient's T cell repertoire by administering antithymocyte globulin (ATG) early enough before adoptive cell therapy (ACT) can increase the efficacy of regulatory T cell (Treg) therapy. The optimum time point for ATG administration has not been defined.
AMERICAN JOURNAL OF TRANSPLANTATION
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Medicinal
Saad Alqarni, Laura Cooper, Jazmin Galvan Achi, Ryan Bott, Veeresh Kumar Sali, Andrew Brown, Bernard D. Santarsiero, Aleksej Krunic, Balaji Manicassamy, Norton P. Peet, Pin Zhang, Gregory R. J. Thatcher, Irina N. Gaisina, Lijun Rong, Terry W. Moore
Summary: This study identifies a novel imidazo[1,2-a]dpyrimidine scaffold for targeting group 2 IAV entry. By exploring different regions of the lead compound, researchers have developed a series of small molecules with nanomolar activity against oseltamivir-sensitive and -resistant forms of group 2 IAVs. These small molecules target HA, blocking viral entry.
JOURNAL OF MEDICINAL CHEMISTRY
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Medicinal
Saad Alqarni, Laura Cooper, Jazmin Galvan Achi, Ryan Bott, Veeresh Kumar Sali, Andrew Brown, Bernard D. Santarsiero, Aleksej Krunic, Balaji Manicassamy, Norton P. Peet, Pin Zhang, Gregory R. J. Thatcher, Irina N. Gaisina, Lijun Rong, Terry W. Moore
Summary: The study presents a novel drug scaffold and a series of small molecules that have nanomolar activity against both oseltamivir-sensitive and -resistant forms of group 2 IAVs, targeting hemagglutinin (HA) involved in viral entry.
JOURNAL OF MEDICINAL CHEMISTRY
(2022)
Article
Political Science
Ali Riaz, Saimum Parvez
Summary: This article explores the mechanisms of election manipulation in hybrid regimes through the case study of the 2018 Bangladeshi election, revealing tactics such as creating fear, limiting oversight, and controlling media. It also discusses the roles of electoral commission, civilian administration, law enforcement agencies, and courts in this process.
Article
Engineering, Civil
Yang Li, Linbo Li, Daiheng Ni, Wenxuan Wang
Summary: This paper proposes a lane-changing algorithm for autonomous vehicles that prioritizes social responsibility and optimizes overall benefits. The algorithm uses a longitudinal control model to characterize neighboring vehicles' driving behaviors and satisfies drivers' needs for comfort, efficiency, and safety. Comparative analysis shows that our approach reduces the impact and increases the traffic speed and throughput. The algorithm is validated using the HighD dataset, demonstrating its practical soundness.
IEEE TRANSACTIONS ON INTELLIGENT TRANSPORTATION SYSTEMS
(2022)
Article
Agronomy
Daniel J. Quinn, Hanna J. Poffenbarger, Fernando E. Miguez, Chad D. Lee
Summary: Farmers and researchers are uncertain about the impact of rye cover crops on the nitrogen fertilizer rate and grain yield of corn. This research examines the effect of nitrogen fertilizer timing following a rye cover crop and finds that the cover crop reduces corn yield but does not affect the optimal nitrogen rate.
FIELD CROPS RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Mohammad Khairul Alam Sobuj, Md. Golam Mostofa, Zahidul Islam, Ahmad Fazley Rabby, Turabur Rahman, Saima Sultana Sonia, Shanur Jahedul Hasan, Shafiqur Rahman
Summary: In this study, cultivation of the economically significant red alga, Gracilariopsis longissima, using a floating raft method was successfully performed for a period of 90 days on the coast of Cox's Bazar, Bangladesh. Factors such as rope materials, culture type, raft shape, seeding intensity, harvesting phase, and water depth were evaluated for their effects on the biomass yield production of G. longissima. The results indicate that farming of G. longissima in the floating raft method is feasible and economically viable.
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2023)
