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Relapsing–Remitting Multiple Sclerosis in a Nigerian Woman: Diagnostic and Therapeutic Challenges in a Low-Resource Setting

Adekunle MUSTAPHA, Oluwadamilola Opeyemi ADENEKAN-OKONJI & Anthony Ifechukwu OKONJI · Asian Journal of Medicine and Health · 2026

Background: Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a chronic immune-mediated demyelinating disorder of the central nervous system that is increasingly recognised in sub-Saharan Africa. Diagnostic and treatment delays remain common because of a low index of suspicion, limited access to neuroi...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajmah/2026/v24i111457

Development and Optimization of a Protein-rich Nutritional Sattu Premix

Sushil Gadve, Gurunath Mote, K. M. Chakre & S. B. Wakshe · Asian Food Science Journal · 2026

The present study focused on the development and evaluation of a protein-rich nutritional sattu premix prepared from roasted Bengal gram and complementary cereal, fruit, nut, dry-fruit and traditional sweetening ingredients. Five formulations (T0–T4) were prepared by varying the...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/afsj/2026/v25i10927

Comparison of Spinal and General Anesthesia on Hemodynamic Responses and Perioperative Blood Glucose Levels in Patients Undergoing Cesarean Section

Hayder Hasan Khudhiar & Alaa Alsafi · Journal of Advances in Medical and Pharmaceutical Sciences · 2026

Background: The choice of anaesthetic technique during caesarean section may influence maternal haemodynamic stability and the metabolic response to surgical stress. Spinal and general anaesthesia differ in their effects on cardiovascular regulation and perioperative blood glucos...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jamps/2026/v28i10901

Image-based Quantification of Surface-attached Saccharomyces cerevisiae Coverage on Silicone Following Enzyme and Hydrogen Peroxide Treatments

Rachael Hwang · Journal of Advances in Medical and Pharmaceutical Sciences · 2026

The aim of this study was to develop a low-cost transmitted-light microscopy and Fiji/ImageJ workflow for quantifying visible methylene-blue-stained Saccharomyces cerevisiae-associated surface coverage on silicone and to compare water, hydrogen peroxide, bromelain, amylase, and c...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jamps/2026/v28i10902

Valvular Prosthesis Dysfunction: A Single-Center Experience of 77 Cases — Clinical, Echocardiographic, and Etiological Profiles

F. HAFFANE, K. Elaakib, S. Oudadda, J. EL MASRIOUI, S. El Karimi & M. El Hattaoui · Cardiology and Angiology: An International Journal · 2026

Background: Prosthetic valve dysfunction is a clinically important complication of valve replacement, with potentially serious haemodynamic, thromboembolic and infectious consequences. Its assessment requires evaluation of the clinical presentation, prosthetic valve haemodynamics...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ca/2026/v15i4567

Impact of Local Preservatives (Salt, Lemon Juice and Oil) on the Physicochemical and Antinutritional Composition of Artisanal Tomato Paste

Oulai Sylvie Florence, ZAN Bi Toma Eugene, COULIBALY Gnelle Assita & FAGBOHOUN Jean- Bedel · Biotechnology Journal International · 2026

Tomato (Solanum lycopersicum L.) is widely consumed in Côte d’Ivoire, but its high perishability and the cost of industrially processed tomato products create interest in accessible artisanal preservation methods. This study assessed the effects of three locally available preserv...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/bji/2026/v30i5917

Ultra-Long-Span UHPC-Filled Steel Tube Truss Arch Bridges: A Critical Review of Structural Design, Optimisation, Construction, and Stability

Gao-Kaishuai · Journal of Engineering Research and Reports · 2026

Concrete-filled steel tube (CFST) truss arch bridges, by virtue of their large spanning capacity, low self-weight, high load-carrying efficiency and strong construction adaptability, have become one of the dominant bridge types for major crossings such as deep valleys and wide ri...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jerr/2026/v28i102021

Assessment of Heavy-metal Pollution and Ecological Risk in Soils and Water of Oil-field Communities in Delta State, Nigeria, Using Integrated Pollution Indices

Sanda Yusuf Sadau, Ishaya Iliyasu, Atipo Kolawole M., Ojo Emmanuel O., Obonyilo Edache Gabriel, Tine Abimbola Adeniji, Gada Sunday Samson & Oyadiran Wuyi Jonathan · Physical Science International Journal · 2026

Petroleum exploration and production can alter the geochemical quality of surrounding soils and water through the introduction and redistribution of potentially toxic metals. This study assessed the degree of heavy-metal pollution and associated ecological risk in soils and water...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/psij/2026/v30i6992

Bioethanol from Pine Needles: A Critical Review of Feedstock Variability, Conversion Performance and Scale-Up Constraints

Tanvi Bharti, Ranjna Sharma, Sakshi Gautam, Sephali Thakur, Muskaan Khan & Sapna Bhardwaj · Annual Research & Review in Biology · 2026

Pine needles are a potential non-food lignocellulosic feedstock, but their conversion to bioethanol requires more than the demonstration of fermentable sugar release. This critical narrative review evaluates the evidence linking needle identity and collection, pretreatment, enzym...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/arrb/2026/v41i112486

Hornbill-on-Hornbill Predation: A Great Hornbill (Buceros bicornis) Preying on a Juvenile Malabar Grey Hornbill (Ocyceros griseus) in the Southern Western Ghats

Arjun Suresh, Anagha Jose, V. Sreelakshmi & K.R. Gouthaman · Annual Research & Review in Biology · 2026

The Great Hornbill (Buceros bicornis) is predominantly frugivorous but may take animal prey, particularly during the breeding period. Direct observations of avian prey handling, especially involving another hornbill species, remain scarce. This short communication documents an un...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/arrb/2026/v41i112487

The Hepatic Innate Immune Compartment after Aqueous Sorghum bicolor Leaf Sheath Extract: A Histomorphological Assessment of Kupffer Cell Prominence in Male Wistar

O. A. Akpoka, T. G. Okorie & O. O. Ajayi · Asian Journal of Advanced Research and Reports · 2026

The liver is a frontline immunological organ, and Kupffer cells, its resident macrophages, are the principal sentinels of hepatic innate immunity. Sorghum bicolor leaf sheaths are rich in polyphenols with reported antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and immune-modulating activity, yet...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajarr/2026/v20i101484

A Five-Year Trend Analysis of Wasting, Stunting, and Micronutrient Deficiencies among Under-five Children in Far North Cameroon (2020–2025)

FATIME Ardjoune Adji · European Journal of Nutrition & Food Safety · 2026

Background: Malnutrition remains a major concern among children under five in Cameroon's Far North, where climatic shocks, insecurity, disease outbreaks, food insecurity, and constrained humanitarian resources affect nutrition conditions. Aims: This study analysed recent trends i...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ejnfs/2026/v18i102173

Optimisation of Biogas Production from Plantain (Musa paradisiaca) Lignocellulosic Residues using Anaerobic Digestion

Omuluche Collins O., Ibe Kizito Chidozie, Amuka Johnpaul Onyenezi, Nwauzor J. N., Okpoji Awajiiroijana U., Garuba Muhammed Hatim, Ejiofor Callista Onyinyechukwu, Opara Ginikachi Joseph, Otuuh Azubuike Gladstone, Omowonuola Omolayo E. & Isaac Stanley C. · Journal of Energy Research and Reviews · 2026

The increasing generation of plantain (Musa paradisiaca) residues presents both a waste-management challenge and an opportunity for renewable-energy recovery. This study investigated the anaerobic digestion of plantain residues for biogas production and optimised the process usin...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jenrr/2026/v18i11550

Kasabach-Merritt Phenomenon in a Neonate with a Rapidly Enlarging Vascular Tumor of the Foot and Hypercalcemia: A Case Report

S. Bendouz, M. Bahous, S. Saghir, A. Ayad, M. Sellouti & R. Abilkacem · Asian Journal of Pediatric Research · 2026

Kasabach-Merritt phenomenon (KMP) is a potentially life-threatening consumptive coagulopathy characterised by severe thrombocytopenia and coagulation abnormalities associated with aggressive vascular tumours, particularly kaposiform hemangioendothelioma (KHE) and tufted angioma....

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajpr/2026/v16i11586

Interactive Effects of Potassium Fertilization and Rice Residue Management on Soil Potassium Fractions in a Rice-Rice Cropping System

G. Ranjith Kumar, S. Sridevi, Ch. Srinivasa Rao, K. Suresh & B. S. Yashavanth · Journal of Geography, Environment and Earth Science International · 2026

Soil potassium (K) dynamics are strongly influenced by fertiliser and crop-residue management in intensive rice systems. A field experiment was conducted at the Agricultural Research Station, Tornala, Telangana, India, during rabi 2024-25 and kharif 2025 to evaluate the effects o...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jgeesi/2026/v30i101135