Avian malaria, a vector-borne disease caused by Plasmodium spp., poses significant threats to various bird populations, particularly captive penguins like the endangered African penguin (Spheniscus demersus).Penguins, originating from regions with low malaria prevalence, are highly susceptible when housed in malaria-permissive areas.This study eval
ABSTRACTAll strains of the marine bacterium Vibrio parahaemolyticus harbor a Occassion Dresses type VI secretion system (T6SS) named T6SS2, suggesting that this system plays an important role in the life cycle of this emerging pathogen.Although T6SS2 was recently shown to play a role in interbacterial competition, its effector repertoire remains un
Abstract Glioblastoma (GBM), one of the deadliest brain tumors, accounts for GREENS approximately 50% of all primary malignant CNS tumors, therefore novel, highly effective remedies are urgently needed.Boron neutron capture therapy, which has recently repositioned as a promising strategy to treat high-grade gliomas, requires a conspicuous accumulat
Abstract Background Medical care workers experienced unprecedented levels of workload and pressure since the outbreak of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19).Little is known about its exact impact on medical care workers and related factors in China.This study aims to identify the psychological impact of COVID-19 on medical care workers in China.Met