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Results We found that 57% of the AMD (risk) genes are among the top 25% expressed genes in ∼1 of the 17 choroidal/RPE/NR cell types, and 9% were among the top 1% of expressed genes. Using SysGO, we identified an enrichment of AMD genes in cell membrane and extracellular anatomical locations, and we found both functional enrichments (e.g., cell adhesion) and cell types (e.g., fibroblasts, microglia) not previously associated with AMD pathogenesis. We reconstructed PPI networks among the top expressed AMD genes for all 17 choroidal/RPE/NR cell types, which provides molecular and anatomical definitions of AMD phenotypes that can guide therapeutic approaches to target this complex disease. Conclusion We provide mechanism-based AMD endophenotypes that can be exploited in vitro, using computational models and for drug discovery/repurposing.Background There is a growing body of literature showing that gender discrimination impacts physicians' work and life experiences. Impact on income, promotion, and parenthood has been documented. Based on these findings, we hypothesized that the experiences of academic physicians who identify as women or gender nonconforming would be different from their counterparts who are men. This survey study explores the influences of gender on academic physicians' experiences with discrimination in life and at work. Materials and Methods In the spring of 2017, academic physicians (n = 752) at a medical school in the West were invited to participate in a survey that measured experiences with discrimination using the Everyday Discrimination Scale and additional items. We used a mixed-methods approach to analyze the data, employing chi square and t-tests to analyze quantitative data and modified content analysis to code open-ended responses. Results The response rate was 24% (180/752). There was no significant difference between women and men in reported frequency of discrimination in everyday life (p = 0.474). However, women were significantly more likely than men to select gender as a reason for being treated differently in everyday life (p = 0.000) and report discrimination in the workplace (p  less then  0.000). Open-ended responses describing experiences of discrimination differed based on gender women were twice as likely than men to report receiving negative treatment owing to gender. Finally, men discussed having gender privilege, whereas women discussed experiencing gender discrimination. Conclusions This study contributes to the growing body of literature about how gender influences the experience of practicing medicine.A series of 2-chloro-5-[(4-chlorophenyl)sulfamoyl]-N-(alkyl/aryl)-4-nitrobenzamide derivatives (5a-5v) has been synthesized and confirmed by physicochemical(Rf, melting point) and spectral means (IR, 1HNMR, 13CNMR). The results of in vitro antidiabetic study against α-glucosidase indicated that compound 5o bearing 2-CH3-5-NO2 substituent on phenyl ring was found to be the most active compound against both enzymes. The electron donating (CH3) group and electron withdrawing (NO2) group on a phenyl ring highly favoured the inhibitory activity against these enzymes. The docking simulations study revealed that these synthesized compounds displayed hydrogen bonding, electrostatic and hydrophobic interactions with active site residues. The structure activity relationship studies of these compounds were also corroborated with the help of molecular modeling studies. Molecular dynamic simulations have been done for top most active compound for validating its α-glucosidase and α-amylase inhibitory potential, RMSD analysis of ligand protein complex suggested the stability of top most active compound 5o in binding site of target proteins. In silico ADMET results showed that synthesized compounds were found to have negligible toxicity, good solubility and absorption profile as the synthesized compounds fulfilled Lipinski's rule of 5 and Veber's rule.
Insect species composition is an important phenomenon playing a significant role in the ecosystem. Chemical control of insects and pests releases toxic materials to the environment. These chemicals are dangerous to human populations. In this situation, there is a dire need to develop strategies to overcome the haphazard use of chemicals. The present investigations were carried out to explore the diversity of different insects attracted through bait fermentation.

The traditionally prepared bait fermentation was used to attract different insect populations both in treated (traps installed near field crops) and control traps (traps installed near invasive weed). Abundance, evenness, richness and equitability of these trapped insects were calculated. The chemical screening of bait fermentation was done using Gas Chromatography and Mass Spectrometry (GC-MS).

Significant difference (
 < 0.05) in abundance of insect populations was found in treated compared to control trap. The insects of Noctuidae family n of different families of insects of various crops. The field experiment suggested that this fermentation is economical, easily installed and consumed only 0.64 RMB/0.09 USD, including infrastructures per location. Bait fermentation is safe biochemical constituents and did not spread any toxic chemicals to the environment.
Fermentation can help for the attraction of different families of insects of various crops. The field experiment suggested that this fermentation is economical, easily installed and consumed only 0.64 RMB/0.09 USD, including infrastructures per location. Bait fermentation is safe biochemical constituents and did not spread any toxic chemicals to the environment.Based on solutions of the Ornstein-Zernike equation (OZE) of Lennard-Jones potential for mean spherical approximation (MSA), we derive analytical formula for the compressibility assuming that the system is of low density, homogeneous, isotropic and composed of one component. Depending on this formula, we find the values of the bulk modulus and the compressibility of air at room temperature and the bulk modulus and the compressibility of Methane, Ethylene, Propylene and Propane at nine per ten of critical temperature of each hydrocarbon. Also, we find the speed of sound in the air at various temperatures, the speed of sound in each of Helium, Neon, Argon, Krypton, Xenon, Methane, Ethylene, Propylene, Propane, Hydrogen, Nitrogen, Fluorine, Chlorine, Oxygen, Nitrous oxide (laughing gas), Carbon dioxide, Nitric oxide, Carbon monoxide, Sulphur dioxide and dichlorodifluoromethane at room temperature. Besides, we find the speed of sound in Methane, Ethylene, Propylene and Propane at nine per ten of critical temperature of each hydrocarbons depending on the formula we find. We show that the simple formula we derive in this work is reliable and agrees with the results obtained from other studies and literatures. We believe it can be used for many systems which are in low densities and described by Lennard-Jones potential.The world's population is rapidly urbanizing. Today, the majority of people live in cities and many live in high-rise buildings. High-rise buildings pose many challenges with regards to occupant safety, including fire prevention and evacuation safety. The purpose of this study was to describe factors that influence fire safety behaviors among residents of high-rise buildings and the strategies that population health nurses can use to support health education for people living in high-rise environments. An exploratory, descriptive qualitative research design with purposive sampling was used. Twelve residents from 8 high-rise buildings in Honolulu, Hawai'i participated in this study. In-depth semi-structured interviews were conducted and recorded, followed by thematic analysis of the interview transcripts. Five key themes emerged from the study (1) attitudes towards fire safety, (2) building fire safety culture, (3) perceived ability to prepare for fires, (4) intentions to prepare, and (5) occupant fire preparedness behaviors. Gaps in knowledge regarding high-rise building fire safety were identified that contributed to residents' risk and vulnerability. Fire safety is of relevance to all nurses who work with populations. Population health nursing practice addresses the health, safety, and emergency preparedness needs of clients and communities. More research should be done to improve understanding of fire safety behaviors among high-rise residents to help population health nurses and other professionals mitigate the risk of fire in residential high-rise buildings and keep individuals and families safe during actual emergencies.Human infection with Angiostrongyloides cantonensis, or rat lungworm disease, manifests most commonly with neurologic symptoms that often include severe diffuse pain. While pain is reported by the majority of patients with rat lungworm disease, there are presently no published guidelines on the approach to pain management for these patients. Here we report a case of rat lungworm disease where severe refractory pain was the most prominent symptom and an intravenous lidocaine infusion was used as a successful treatment modality. Intravenous lidocaine has been shown to be safe and effective in neuropathic pain, refractory cancer pain, and peri-operative pain management. To our knowledge, this is the first case report on the use of lidocaine infusion for the management of refractory pain from rat lungworm disease, and among the first reports of any approach, to pain management for rat lungworm disease. We suggest that a lidocaine infusion protocol be considered when pain from rat lungworm disease fails to respond to first-line analgesics.The objective of this study was to assess the impact of medical school, sex, career choice, and location of practice of one pediatric residency program on physician workforce. This is a retrospective study of all categorical pediatric graduates of a residency program located in Honolulu, Hawai'i from 1968 to 2015. Caerulein Information on medical school training, sex, career choice (general pediatrics or specialty), and location of practice were studied by examining data into five 10-year graduation periods. The program graduated 319 residents over nearly a 50-year timespan. Of these, 181 (56.7%) residents remained in Hawai'i to practice (adjusted odds ratio [OR] = 7.46, 95% confidence interval [CI] 3.61-15.43). There were 125 (39.1%) graduates who relocated to the continental US with the majority moving to the West (55.2%), while other graduates moved to the South, Midwest, and Northeast (25.6%, 13.6%, and 5.6%, respectively). The remaining 13 (4.1%) graduates moved internationally. Female residents steadily increased over time (P less then .001), with females significantly choosing general pediatrics (OR = 3.05, 95% CI 1.91-4.89). In the time periods with the highest percentage of University of Hawai'i medical school graduates, there was an increased percentage of graduates staying in Hawai'i. This study examined the regional and national impact of a small residency program. The results indicated that trends in gender and the impact of medical school location were important in establishing a pediatrician workforce for local communities. Support of both medical school and residency education should be considered when assessing future workforce needs.
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