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The Spectrum of Mutations of Homocystinuria in the MENA Region
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MDPI
, 2020 , Article Review)
Homocystinuria is an inborn error of metabolism due to the deficiency in cystathionine beta-synthase (CBS) enzyme activity. It leads to the elevation of both homocysteine and methionine levels in the blood and urine. ...
Platforms Exploited for SARS-CoV-2 Vaccine Development.
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MDPI
, 2020 , Article Review)
The novel severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) is the only zoonotic-origin coronavirus (CoV) that has reached the pandemic stage. The virus uses its spike (S) glycoprotein to attach to the host cells ...
Age and sport intensity-dependent changes in cytokines and telomere length in elite athletes
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MDPI
, 2021 , Article Review)
Background: Exercise-associated immune response plays a crucial role in the aging process. The aim of this study is to investigate the effect of sport intensity on cytokine levels, oxidative stress markers and telomere ...
Seasonality of Respiratory Viral Infections: Will COVID-19 Follow Suit?
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Frontiers Media
, 2020 , Article Review)
Respiratory viruses, including coronaviruses, are known to have a high incidence of infection during winter, especially in temperate regions. Dry and cold conditions during winter are the major drivers for increased ...
From an Apple to a Pear: Moving Fat around for Reversing Insulin Resistance.
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MDPI
, 2022 , Article Review)
Type 2 diabetes (T2D) is a chronic condition where the body is resistant to insulin, leading to an elevated blood glucose state. Obesity is a main factor leading to T2D. Many clinical studies, however, have described a ...
SARS-CoV-2 involvement in central nervous system tissue damage
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Wolters Kluwer
, 2022 , Article Review)
As the severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) continues to spread globally, it became evident that the SARS-CoV-2 virus infects multiple organs including the brain. Several clinical studies revealed ...
Oxidative Stress-Induced Endothelial Dysfunction in Cardiovascular Diseases
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IMR Press
, 2022 , Article Review)
Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is a major cause of mortality worldwide. A better understanding of the mechanisms underlying CVD is key for better management or prevention. Oxidative stress has been strongly implicated in the ...
Nanomedicine as a Potential Tool against Monkeypox.
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MDPI
, 2023 , Article Review)
Human monkeypox is a rare viral zoonosis that was first identified in 1970; since then, this infectious disease has been marked as endemic in central and western Africa. The disease has always been considered rare and ...
Single-Cell RNA Sequencing with Spatial Transcriptomics of Cancer Tissues
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MDPI
, 2022 , Article Review)
Single-cell RNA sequencing (RNA-seq) techniques can perform analysis of transcriptome at the single-cell level and possess an unprecedented potential for exploring signatures involved in tumor development and progression. ...
Role of RhoA and Rho-associated kinase in phenotypic switching of vascular smooth muscle cells: Implications for vascular function
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Elsevier
, 2022 , Article Review)
Cardiovascular disease (CVD) continues to be the primary cause of global mortality. Vascular smooth muscle cells (VSMCs) are integral components of vascular structure and function, evident by their vital roles in modulating ...