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Cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) remain the leading cause of morbidity and mortality worldwide, with mitochondrial dysfunction emerging as a central contributor to their pathogenesis. Mitochondria play a pivotal role in cardiac energy metabolism, redox homeostasis and apoptosis regulation. Disruption of mitochondrial dynamics, oxidative phosphorylationand mitochondrial membrane integrity leads to cardiomyocyte injury, particularly during ischemia-reperfusion and heart failure.

This paper reports some observations regarding the potential production levels of ethanol from various feedstocks available in a sugar factory. The methods for calculating the yields of ethanol from sugar factory sources are investigated and a preferred method is described which could be used as a standard for comparing ethanol yields. The potential feedstocks available to a sugar factory for the production of ethanol include raw sugar, Cmolasses (final molasses), Bmolasses, A molasses,evaporator supply juice (ESJ), secondary express juice and bagasse.
 

Background: Anti-NMDA receptor encephalitis is a form of autoimmune encephalitis which is characterized by the presence of IgG antibodies against the NR1 subunit of NMDA receptors. While often associated with paraneoplastic origins, the exact triggers of autoantibody production remain unclear in many cases. It predominantly affects children and young adults, with a female preponderance. Cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) analysis is used to confirm the diagnosis.

The traditional market is a part of informal economy where the sellers of products range from vegetables, foods, cloths, crafts, household goods etc. In India this sector play a vital role in rural and local communities markets. This socio-economic behavior of the state of Arunachal Pradesh and Tirap district and in particular the vendors in Deomali town, also focus on understanding their demographic profiles, economic conditions, livelihood strategies, and interaction with regulatory frameworks.

Background: The “rule of thirds” is a universal rule governing facial symmetry and attractiveness through facial proportions. Aim: The aim of this cross-sectional observational study was to analyze whether “the rule of thirds” resonates with a considerable portion of the Gujarati population by evaluating the proportion of upper, middle and lower third facial height. Methods: The study included 202 subjects aged between 20 to 25 years out of which 100 were females and 102 were male.

Mahurzari is a fossiliferous area with a wealth of fossil woods that are being closely examined for botanical identification. Determining the age of the Intertrappean beds, as well as the paleoclimate and paleogeography of the area, will undoubtedly be made easier with the proper interpretation of the fossil plants found there. The fossil sample was gathered from the Deccan Intertrappean Beds of Mahurzari, Barad. Wood is dicotyledonous, with diffuse porous vessels mostly solitary and in multiples of two. The perforation Platels straightforward.

The Western Ghats are a chain of mountains traversing Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Goa, Maharashtra and Gujarat spread over 140,000 sq km and its forests include some of the best representatives of non-equatorial tropical evergreen forest. The Western Ghats contain more than 30% of all plant, fish, reptiles, bird and mammal species found in India. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is one of the eight “Hottest biodiversity hotspots”.

The present study investigates the seasonal diversity and conservation status of invertebrate fauna in Nirmal Lake, a freshwater ecosystem located in the suburban region of Mumbai, Maharashtra. A comprehensive survey was conducted across two stations during pre monsoon and post-monsoon periods to document the occurrence and abundance of molluscs, macrozoobenthic invertebrates, and aquatic insects.

Abstract: Background: Fracture-related infection (FRI) represents a significant post-traumatic complication, with diagnosis often hindered by its heterogeneous clinical presentation, and differentiating FRI from non-infectious conditions can be difficult. Aim: This study aimed to investigate the relationship between the expression of immune markers CD64 and CD66b on monocytes and neutrophils in patients with FRI, focusing on postoperative changes.

TORCH infection complex comprises of infections caused by Toxoplasma gondii, Rubella virus, Cytomegalovirus (CMV), and Herpes simplex virus (types 1 and 2). Syphilis and hepatitis B, Human Immuno-deficiency virus and Zika virus are sometimes included in this group. These infections are associated with adverse fetal outcomes and reproductive failure in pregnant females.