Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Guojin Liang, Jiaxiong Zhu, Boxun Yan, Qing Li, Ao Chen, Ze Chen, Xiaoqi Wang, Bo Xiong, Jun Fan, Jin Xu, Chunyi Zhi
Summary: The article introduces a method to solve the irreversibility issue of zinc metal anodes through a solution-dipping approach that constructs a protective coating. The synergistic combination of electric conductive coatings, insulating coatings, and 3D structural frameworks enables highly reversible zinc metal anode chemistry with suppressed gas production and dendrite growth.
ENERGY & ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Rachel M. Andrews, Gretchen E. Bollar, A. Sophia Giattina, Alex G. Dalecki, John R. Wallace Jr, Leah Frantz, Kayla Eschliman, Obdulia Covarrubias-Zambrano, Johnathan D. Keith, Alexandra Duverger, Frederic Wagner, Frank Wolschendorf, Stefan H. Bossmann, Susan E. Birket, Olaf Kutsch
Summary: Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) is a major healthcare concern, and antibiotic resistance against last line of defense antibiotics is observed. Traditional drug discovery approaches have not been successful in finding new antibiotics effective against MRSA. However, a metallo-antibiotics approach using zinc-activated avobenzone shows promise for future drug discovery.
Article
Endocrinology & Metabolism
Ravi Kant, Vipin Verma, Siddharth Patel, Rashmi Chandra, Rahul Chaudhary, Alan R. Shuldiner, Kashif M. Munir
Summary: This study compared zinc and copper levels in US adults with different diabetes statuses, finding that higher serum zinc concentrations were associated with lower insulin secretion and resistance, while higher serum copper levels were linked to increased insulin secretion in prediabetic subjects. Further research on the role of trace elements in diabetes pathogenesis is warranted.
DIABETES RESEARCH AND CLINICAL PRACTICE
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Li Luo, Jumi Xu, Ruo Jiang, Baodong Yao, Jianzhong Di
Summary: Limited evidence exists on the association between serum copper and zinc status and handgrip strength. This study aimed to evaluate this association using NHANES data from 2011-2014. The results showed an inverse association between serum copper level and handgrip strength, as well as the copper/zinc ratio. However, no significant association was found between serum zinc level and handgrip strength.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Agronomy
Chen Zha, Matthew Turner, Ritesh Ray, Dangsheng Liang, Jose E. Pietri
Summary: The ingestion of copper nanoparticles can delay the development of German cockroaches, while zinc oxide nanoparticles surprisingly enhance resistance to indoxacarb. These findings suggest that copper nanoparticles may have potential for cockroach control, but their antagonistic effects on insecticide resistance should be considered.
PEST MANAGEMENT SCIENCE
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Isabel Silva, Marta Tacao, Isabel Henriques
Summary: This study investigated the role of copper and zinc in the selection of antibiotic resistant bacteria and genes in a riverine bacterial community. Results showed that metal exposure led to the prevalence of bacteria intrinsically resistant to antibiotics, suggesting the importance of cross-resistance mechanisms in antibiotic resistance selection.
Article
Food Science & Technology
Jiratchaya Puangseree, Saharuetai Jeamsripong, Rangsiya Prathan, Chanika Pungpian, Rungtip Chuanchuen
Summary: The majority of Escherichia coli isolated from pigs, pork, and pig carcasses in Thailand were multidrug resistant. There was limited development of resistance to disinfectants and heavy metals, except for triclosan. Cross-resistance was observed between certain disinfectants and antibiotics, highlighting the role of multidrug efflux systems. The presence of disinfectants and heavy metals played a significant role in the emergence and spread of antimicrobial resistance.
Article
Parasitology
Gabriela Merker Breyer, Bianca Fagundes Saggin, Silvia de Carli, Maria Eduarda Rocha Jacques da Silva, Mateus Matiuzzi da Costa, Bertram Brenig, Vasco Ariston de Carvalho Azevedo, Marisa Ribeiro de Itapema Cardoso, Franciele Maboni Siqueira
Summary: This study aims to uncover the virulence profile of Staphylococcus pseudintermedius strains from canine origin. MRSP and MSSP strains were compared to determine their clinical implications. The findings highlight the wide spread of highly virulent and drug-resistant strains, posing potential concerns for One Health issues.
Article
Food Science & Technology
Martina Florianova, Kristyna Korena, Helena Juricova
Summary: This study evaluated the prevalence of Staphylococcus aureus in dry-fermented salami and found multidrug-resistant and virulent strains. The source of contamination was identified as raw pork and human carriers. Therefore, maintaining high standards of hygiene and manufacturing practices in food processing is crucial.
LWT-FOOD SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Nutrition & Dietetics
Jia-Li Yin, Tao Tao, Zhao-Yan Wen, Ran Wang, Ming-Hui Sun, Chang Gao, Yu-Jiao Chang, Shi Yan, Xue Qin, Yu-Hong Zhao, Lan Wang, Song Gao
Summary: This study investigated the relationship between dietary copper, zinc, and copper-to-zinc ratio and the severity of ovarian cancer. The findings suggest that pre-diagnostic dietary copper and copper-to-zinc ratio are associated with reducing the severity of ovarian cancer at diagnosis.
FRONTIERS IN NUTRITION
(2022)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Kyungsob Choi, Hyunsik Park
Summary: This study proposed gaseous reduction by hydrogen as a method to decrease carbon dioxide emissions during the recovery of zinc and copper from brass waste. The reduction behavior and kinetics of brass waste were investigated under different hydrogen partial pressures and temperatures, and it was found that the reduction rate increased with higher hydrogen partial pressure and temperature.
Article
Medical Laboratory Technology
Duncan Andrew, Robertson Gail, Bramwell Morag, Raja Kishor
Summary: This study aimed to establish appropriate reference intervals for copper and zinc concentrations in serum that can be used by other laboratories. The effects of various variables on serum concentrations of copper and zinc were also assessed. After controlling for these variables, age and gender-related reference intervals were calculated.
CLINICA CHIMICA ACTA
(2023)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Ylva Bengtsson, Kamil Demircan, Johan Vallon-Christersson, Martin Malmberg, Lao H. Saal, Lisa Ryden, Ake Borg, Lutz Schomburg, Malte Sandsveden, Jonas Manjer
Summary: This study aimed to investigate the relationship between serum copper, zinc, and copper/zinc ratio levels and survival after breast cancer diagnosis. The results showed that a higher copper/zinc ratio was associated with lower overall survival rates. However, there was no significant association between serum copper or zinc levels alone and survival after breast cancer diagnosis.
Article
Emergency Medicine
Kavya Magham, Josiah Han, Wesley Eilbert, E. Bradshaw Bunney
Summary: This article reports a rare case of severe anemia in a patient with copper deficiency caused by the use of zinc supplement.
AMERICAN JOURNAL OF EMERGENCY MEDICINE
(2023)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Geyong Guo, Qing Xu, Chongzun Zhu, Jinlong Yu, Qiaojie Wang, Jin Tang, Zhiguang Huan, Hao Shen, Jiang Chang, Xianlong Zhang
Summary: A sequential immunomodulatory strategy using Cu-Zn bi-layer nanofibrous membranes was proposed to address implant-related infections and implant osseointegration disorders, based on the immunological characteristics of these complications. The biomaterial exhibited controlled release of Cu2+ and Zn2+, regulating macrophage phenotype shift and demonstrating anti-infection and osteogenic abilities in vitro and in vivo.
APPLIED MATERIALS TODAY
(2021)
Article
Microbiology
M. Angeles Argudin, S. Roisin, L. Nienhaus, M. Dodemont, R. De Mendonca, C. Nonhoff, A. Deplano, O. Denis
ANTIMICROBIAL AGENTS AND CHEMOTHERAPY
(2018)
Article
Infectious Diseases
M. Angeles Argudin, A. Deplano, S. Vandendriessche, M. Dodemont, C. Nonhoff, O. Denis, S. Roisin
EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF CLINICAL MICROBIOLOGY & INFECTIOUS DISEASES
(2018)
Article
Infectious Diseases
Laura E. J. Peeters, Siska Croubels, Geertrui Rasschaert, Hein Imberechts, Els Daeseleire, Jeroen Dewulf, Marc Heyndrickx, Patrick Butaye, Freddy Haesebrouck, Annemieke Smet
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ANTIMICROBIAL AGENTS
(2018)
Letter
Infectious Diseases
M. Angeles Argudin, S. Youzaga, M. Dodemont, A. Heinrichs, S. Roisin, A. Deplano, C. Nonhoff, M. Hallin
EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF CLINICAL MICROBIOLOGY & INFECTIOUS DISEASES
(2019)
Review
Veterinary Sciences
M. A. Argudin, A. Hoefer, P. Butaye
RESEARCH IN VETERINARY SCIENCE
(2019)
Article
Infectious Diseases
Cyrille Ngassam Tchamba, Jean-Noel Duprez, Pierrick Lucas, Yannick Blanchard, Filip Boyen, Freddy Haesebrouck, Maria A. Argudin, Jacques Mainil, Damien Thiry
Summary: This study identified and compared the SCCmec types of MRSA or MRNAS isolated from different countries in various animal species and humans. The results confirmed a high prevalence of SCCmec types IV and V in LA-MRS and CA-MRS in Belgium, highlighting the possible public health hazard and absence of SCCmec in some MRNAS.
Article
Infectious Diseases
Maria A. Argudin, Ariane Deplano, Claire Nonhoff, Nicolas Yin, Charlotte Michel, Delphine Martiny, Sigrid C. J. De Keersmaecker, Marie Hallin
Summary: The epidemiology of the USA300 clone in Belgium from 2006 to 2019 suggests that two clades of the USA300-NA clone have successfully spread in Belgium, while related South American variants have been detected for the first time in Belgium.
EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF CLINICAL MICROBIOLOGY & INFECTIOUS DISEASES
(2021)
Article
Infectious Diseases
Nidhi Satishkumar, J. Andrew N. Alexander, Raymond Poon, Emma Buggeln, Maria A. Argudin, Natalie C. J. Strynadka, Som S. Chatterjee
Summary: The study showed that mutations associated with the pbp4 promoter and pbp4 gene altered protein activity and mediated beta-Lactam resistance among clinically isolated strains of Staphylococcus aureus.
JOURNAL OF ANTIMICROBIAL CHEMOTHERAPY
(2021)
Article
Microbiology
Raymond Poon, Li Basuino, Nidhi Satishkumar, Aditi Chatterjee, Nagaraja Mukkayyan, Emma Buggeln, Liusheng Huang, Vinod Nair, Maria A. Argudin, Sandip K. Datta, Henry F. Chambers, Som S. Chatterjee
Summary: Infections caused by Staphylococcus aureus are a leading cause of mortality. Resistance to traditional antibiotics, including beta-lactams, makes treating these infections difficult. Mutations in the gdpP gene have been found to increase antibiotic tolerance and promote the development of beta-lactam resistance in S. aureus.
ANTIMICROBIAL AGENTS AND CHEMOTHERAPY
(2022)
Editorial Material
Veterinary Sciences
Mohamed Rhouma, Marie Archambault, Patrick Butaye
VETERINARY SCIENCES
(2023)
Article
Veterinary Sciences
Anne A. M. J. Becker, Stacie Munden, Evonne McCabe, Daniel Hurley, Seamus Fanning, Aspinas Chapwanya, Patrick Butaye
Summary: In order to achieve a consistent diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of uterine diseases in dairy cattle, researchers have focused on identifying the bacteria present in the uterus, known as the uterine microbiota. A study analyzed the uterine microbiota from healthy, pregnant, and diseased cows and found that the bacterial composition was more similar in healthy and pregnant cows compared to diseased animals. Endometritis, a major cause of infertility in dairy cows, results in significant economic losses. The study explored the endometrial microbiota and found significant differences in species diversity between healthy and diseased cows.
VETERINARY SCIENCES
(2023)
Review
Veterinary Sciences
Mohamed Rhouma, Leila Soufi, Schlasiva Cenatus, Marie Archambault, Patrick Butaye
Summary: Antimicrobial resistance is a global threat to human and animal health, with livestock potentially having a low contribution to the spread of resistance. Strategies targeting the reduction of all antimicrobials and implementation of the 'One Health' approach are recommended to effectively combat antimicrobial resistance.
VETERINARY SCIENCES
(2022)
Article
Microbiology
Haixiang Qiu, Jiansen Gong, Patrick Butaye, Guangwu Lu, Ke Huang, Guoqiang Zhu, Jilei Zhang, Terri Hathcock, Darong Cheng, Chengming Wang
FEMS MICROBIOLOGY LETTERS
(2018)
Article
Microbiology
M. Angeles Argudin, S. Roisin, M. Dodemont, C. Nonhoff, A. Deplano, O. Denis
ANTIMICROBIAL AGENTS AND CHEMOTHERAPY
(2018)
Article
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Jilei Zhang, Jiawei Wang, Li Chen, Afrah Kamal Yassin, Patrick Kelly, Patrick Butaye, Jing Li, Jiansen Gong, Russell Cattley, Kezong Qi, Chengming Wang
APPLIED AND ENVIRONMENTAL MICROBIOLOGY
(2018)
Article
Veterinary Sciences
R. Mischke, K. Rumstedt, S. O. Hungerbuehler, K. Rohn, M. Schmicke
Summary: Contrast-enhanced ultrasound (CEUS) can provide an additional tool for the diagnosis of hypothyroidism in dogs and support its differentiation from non-thyroidal illness. Sedation has limited impact on CEUS results.
RESEARCH IN VETERINARY SCIENCE
(2024)
Review
Veterinary Sciences
Lucas Petitemberte de Souza, William Borges Domingues, Eduardo Bierhals Blodorn, Leandro da Silva Nunes, Hadassa Gabriela Ortiz, Eliza Rossi Komninou, Vinicius Farias Campos
Summary: This study performed a systematic review of the differential expression of sperm microRNAs in bulls related to fertility. A total of 182 unique differentially expressed miRNAs were identified, among which 49 miRNAs were found in common between at least two studies. The results suggest that miRNAs such as miR-10a, -10b, -103, -15b, -122, -125b, -126-5p, -151-5p, -193a-5p, -196a, -27a-5p, and -99b may serve as potential universal biomarkers for assessing the reproductive potential of males.
RESEARCH IN VETERINARY SCIENCE
(2024)
Article
Veterinary Sciences
Wonhee Cha, Katinca Fungbrant, Giulio Grandi, Ylva Persson
Summary: This study investigated the prevalence and development of hair loss in outdoor cattle in Sweden. It found a relatively high hair loss rate, with the occurrence of hair loss increasing over time during winters, suggesting a contagious etiology. The study also identified preventative delousing before November, keeping animals clean, and maintaining small group sizes as effective measures to reduce the risk of hair loss, while older age and access to bedding materials increased the risk.
RESEARCH IN VETERINARY SCIENCE
(2024)
Article
Veterinary Sciences
Sheeba Thomas, David Francis Lappin, David Bennett, Christopher Nile, Marcello Pasquale Riggio
Summary: This study found that Feline odontoclastic resorptive lesion (FORL) can be divided into two subgroups, with FORL-1 subgroup having a less diverse oral microbiome and higher levels of proinflammatory cytokines and chemokines, which may be associated with the severity and activity of the disease.
RESEARCH IN VETERINARY SCIENCE
(2024)
Article
Veterinary Sciences
S. L. Gayathri, M. Bhakat, T. K. Mohanty
Summary: This study used infrared thermography (IRT) to identify mastitis in Sahiwal cows. The results showed significant differences in the mean values of udder and teat surface temperature between healthy, subclinical mastitis (SCM), and clinical mastitis (CM) cases during different seasons. IRT is an efficient tool for the early identification of subclinical mastitis.
RESEARCH IN VETERINARY SCIENCE
(2024)
Article
Veterinary Sciences
Zeynep Ozdemir Kutahya, Busra Aslan Akyol, Kubra Deliklitas, Cengiz Gokbulut
Summary: In this study, the pharmacokinetic behavior of Eprinomectin was studied in two different goat breeds. The results showed no significant differences in plasma concentration between the breeds, but the clearance from the body may vary. High concentration of Eprinomectin in feces is beneficial against gastrointestinal parasites but poses an ecotoxicological risk to the environment.
RESEARCH IN VETERINARY SCIENCE
(2024)
Article
Veterinary Sciences
Mohammad Ashrafzadeh-Shiraz, Mousa Tavassoli, Bahram Dalir-Naghadeh, Alireza Sazmand
Summary: This study evaluated the efficacy of fenbendazole and ivermectin on strongyles and Parascaris sp. infecting adult riding horses in different regions of Iran. The results demonstrated varying degrees of resistance of these parasites to both anthelminthics. It emphasizes the urgency of educating horse owners about the importance of a test-and-treatment strategy and suggests evaluating the efficacy of different anthelminthics to choose the most effective treatment in each region.
RESEARCH IN VETERINARY SCIENCE
(2024)
Article
Veterinary Sciences
Moises Gonzalvez, Clara Munoz-Hernandez
Summary: The study evaluated the use of R software in research articles addressing the study of wildlife, showing an increasing trend in the number of publications over time and a wide geographical distribution globally.
RESEARCH IN VETERINARY SCIENCE
(2024)
