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  1. Article: The effects of binge drinking on attention in young adults.

    Monds, Lauren A / Singleton, Matthew R / Russell, Alex M T

    Frontiers in psychology

    2023  Volume 14, Page(s) 1147621

    Abstract: Introduction: Alcohol binge drinking is highly prevalent among young adults. While research has established the neurotoxic effects of general alcohol consumption, binge drinking presents unique deleterious effects on the brain through the acute ... ...

    Abstract Introduction: Alcohol binge drinking is highly prevalent among young adults. While research has established the neurotoxic effects of general alcohol consumption, binge drinking presents unique deleterious effects on the brain through the acute intoxication and withdrawal cycle. The detrimental impacts of binge drinking have been reported across a broad range of cognitive abilities in young adults, however, the research regarding its relationship to attention is mixed. This study investigates the relationship between binge drinking and attention performance in young adults. Moreover, there is evidence to suggest that males and females are uniquely impacted by the neurotoxic effects of binge drinking, so the present study tests the moderating role of sex, as well as the influence of earlier age of binge drinking onset.
    Methods: One-hundred and five university students were recruited for the study. After collecting socio-demographic, and alcohol use information, participants completed four cognitive tasks designed to measure the three attention networks according to the Attention Network Theory; alerting, orienting, and executive control. Linear hierarchical regressions were used to predict performance with binge drinking score, sex and age of first binge drinking session as predictors.
    Results: Binge drinking, sex, and age of first binge drinking session did not predict attention impairment, nor did sex moderate the relationship, at least in the selected cognitive tasks. The tasks used to measure attention did not relate in the expected manner.
    Discussion: While there were no differences in attention performance between those who binge drink and controls in this study, the relationship between binge drinking and attention impairments in young adults may be more nuanced and future research directions are suggested. Theoretical and practical implications of these findings are discussed.
    Language English
    Publishing date 2023-11-28
    Publishing country Switzerland
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 2563826-9
    ISSN 1664-1078
    ISSN 1664-1078
    DOI 10.3389/fpsyg.2023.1147621
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  2. Article ; Online: Direct Quantification of Gadolinium Retention in Young Patients by ICP-MS Analysis of Extracted Teeth.

    O'Donohue, Laura S / Friedland, Matthew H / Shankar, Prasad R / Gonzalez-Cabezas, Carlos / Flannagan, Susan E / Aronovich, Sharon / Masotti, Maria / Bornschein, Russell E / Davenport, Matthew S

    AJR. American journal of roentgenology

    2024  

    Language English
    Publishing date 2024-03-20
    Publishing country United States
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 82076-3
    ISSN 1546-3141 ; 0361-803X ; 0092-5381
    ISSN (online) 1546-3141
    ISSN 0361-803X ; 0092-5381
    DOI 10.2214/AJR.24.30927
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  3. Article ; Online: Catheter Ablation for Atrial Fibrillation-Influence of Modifiable Risk Factors and Ablation Modality on Procedural Efficacy and Safety.

    Sargent, Stephanie R / Mladenovic, Jordanna R / Liaw, Jacqueline J T / Siller, Jonathan / Russell, Penni L / Tung, Matthew K Y / Holland, David J

    Heart, lung & circulation

    2024  

    Abstract: Background: Modifiable lifestyle risk factors, in particular obesity and related conditions, are important drivers of atrial fibrillation (AF), impacting the severity of symptoms and influence the efficacy and safety of treatment.: Objective: The ... ...

    Abstract Background: Modifiable lifestyle risk factors, in particular obesity and related conditions, are important drivers of atrial fibrillation (AF), impacting the severity of symptoms and influence the efficacy and safety of treatment.
    Objective: The study aimed to assess the impact of modifiable lifestyle factors on the effectiveness and safety of AF ablation, and examine the procedural characteristics, efficacy, safety and cost outcomes of cryoballoon vs radiofrequency ablation, in a real-world clinical setting.
    Method: Patients undergoing catheter ablation for AF (June 2017 to December 2020) were included in this retrospective analysis. Efficacy and safety outcomes were obtained from electronic medical records and state-wide databases. The primary outcome was successful isolation of the pulmonary veins and freedom from AF without repeat ablation or ongoing antiarrhythmic therapy at 12 months.
    Results: The study included 141 patients (mean age 60±11 years, 57% male). The average body mass index (BMI) was 29.2±5.6 kg/m
    Conclusions: Catheter ablation for AF is more likely to be unsuccessful in patients with uncontrolled risk factors, particularly obesity. Risk factor optimisation may improve procedural success and reduce the risk of procedural complications.
    Language English
    Publishing date 2024-04-02
    Publishing country Australia
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 2020980-0
    ISSN 1444-2892 ; 1443-9506
    ISSN (online) 1444-2892
    ISSN 1443-9506
    DOI 10.1016/j.hlc.2024.02.009
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  4. Article ; Online: Movement of Paddlefish once past a lock‐and‐dam structure on the Alabama River

    Thomas, Byron D. / DeVries, Dennis R. / Wright, Russell A. / Catalano, Matthew J.

    Transactions of the American Fisheries Society. 2024 Jan., v. 153, no. 1 p.74-92

    2024  

    Abstract: OBJECTIVE: Movement of fish past dams can be facilitated by dedicated fish passage structures, navigational locks, and crested spillways, with the efficacy of a passage structure depending strongly on the nature of the system (height of the dam, flow ... ...

    Abstract OBJECTIVE: Movement of fish past dams can be facilitated by dedicated fish passage structures, navigational locks, and crested spillways, with the efficacy of a passage structure depending strongly on the nature of the system (height of the dam, flow rate, etc.) and the fish's behavior and swimming capability. However, once the fish have passed a dam, whether by using a mitigation structure or due to active translocation, they encounter a different habitat upstream versus in the tailrace, potentially affecting their ability to continue their upstream migration. METHODS: Here, we had two objectives. First, we determined whether Paddlefish Polyodon spathula that successfully passed a structure continued their upstream migration in the Alabama River. Because assuring passage by tagged fish required that we move the fish past the dam, our second objective was to determine whether translocated fish exhibited fallback behavior (downstream drift or movement postrelease that would compromise their continued migration). We used both active and passive telemetry methods to quantify the postpassage movements of tagged and translocated Paddlefish. RESULT: Fish that were translocated above Claiborne Lock and Dam (CLD) exhibited upriver movements once translocated, and they exhibited no fallback (i.e., downstream movement with delayed or no continuation upstream). Timing of movement relative to spawning periods did not influence initial fish movement or the likelihood of reaching the next upstream dam (Millers Ferry Lock and Dam [MFLD]; ~100 river kilometers upstream) within the first 30 days of observation, but more fish that were tagged and released during the early prespawn period made it to within 4.83 km of MFLD (the location of our closest receiver below MFLD) relative to fish from the prespawn or spawning period. Fish that were released above CLD had a lower probability of being subsequently detected downstream of their release sites compared to fish that were released below CLD. CONCLUSION: Our findings support that Paddlefish will continue their upstream migration once they have passed a structure, despite changes in habitat.
    Keywords Polyodon spathula ; fish ; habitats ; probability ; rivers ; telemetry ; Alabama
    Language English
    Dates of publication 2024-01
    Size p. 74-92.
    Publishing place John Wiley & Sons, Ltd
    Document type Article ; Online
    Note JOURNAL ARTICLE
    ZDB-ID 416724-7
    ISSN 0002-8487
    ISSN 0002-8487
    DOI 10.1002/tafs.10447
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  5. Article: Evaluation of Cairpol and Aeroqual Air Sensors in Biomass Burning Plumes.

    Whitehill, Andrew R / Long, Russell W / Urbanski, Shawn / Colón, Maribel / Habel, Bruce / Landis, Matthew S

    Atmosphere

    2023  Volume 13, Issue 6, Page(s) 1–22

    Abstract: Cairpol and Aeroqual air quality sensors measuring CO, ... ...

    Abstract Cairpol and Aeroqual air quality sensors measuring CO, CO
    Language English
    Publishing date 2023-03-15
    Publishing country Switzerland
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 2605928-9
    ISSN 2073-4433
    ISSN 2073-4433
    DOI 10.3390/atmos13060877
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  6. Article: Cardiovascular risk, social vigilance, and stress profiles of male law enforcement officers versus civilians.

    White, Shannon C / Ruiz, John M / Allison, Matthew / Uchino, Bert N / Smith, Timothy W / Taylor, Daniel J / Jones, Dusti R / Russell, Michael A / Ansell, Emily B / Smyth, Joshua M

    Health psychology open

    2024  Volume 11, Page(s) 20551029241244723

    Abstract: This study examined the cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk profiles of male law enforcement officers (LEOs) and civilians. CVD risk profiles were based on data collected using traditional objective (e.g., resting BP, cholesterol), novel objective (e.g., ... ...

    Abstract This study examined the cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk profiles of male law enforcement officers (LEOs) and civilians. CVD risk profiles were based on data collected using traditional objective (e.g., resting BP, cholesterol), novel objective (e.g., ambulatory BP) and self-report measures (e.g., EMA social vigilance). A subset of male LEOs (
    Language English
    Publishing date 2024-04-04
    Publishing country England
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 2779205-5
    ISSN 2055-1029
    ISSN 2055-1029
    DOI 10.1177/20551029241244723
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  7. Article ; Online: Redirecting Human Conventional and Regulatory T Cells Using Chimeric Antigen Receptors.

    Zimmerman, Capers M / Robino, Rob A / Cochrane, Russell W / Dominguez, Matthew D / Ferreira, Leonardo M R

    Methods in molecular biology (Clifton, N.J.)

    2023  Volume 2748, Page(s) 201–241

    Abstract: The adaptive immune system exhibits exquisite specificity and memory and is involved in virtually every process in the human body. Redirecting adaptive immune cells, in particular T cells, to desired targets has the potential to lead to the creation of ... ...

    Abstract The adaptive immune system exhibits exquisite specificity and memory and is involved in virtually every process in the human body. Redirecting adaptive immune cells, in particular T cells, to desired targets has the potential to lead to the creation of powerful cell-based therapies for a wide range of maladies. While conventional effector T cells (Teff) would be targeted towards cells to be eliminated, such as cancer cells, immunosuppressive regulatory T cells (Treg) would be directed towards tissues to be protected, such as transplanted organs. Chimeric antigen receptors (CARs) are designer molecules comprising an extracellular recognition domain and an intracellular signaling domain that drives full T cell activation directly downstream of target binding. Here, we describe procedures to generate and evaluate human CAR CD4
    MeSH term(s) Humans ; Receptors, Chimeric Antigen/metabolism ; T-Lymphocytes, Regulatory ; Receptors, Antigen, T-Cell/genetics ; Receptors, Antigen, T-Cell/metabolism
    Chemical Substances Receptors, Chimeric Antigen ; Receptors, Antigen, T-Cell
    Language English
    Publishing date 2023-12-09
    Publishing country United States
    Document type Journal Article
    ISSN 1940-6029
    ISSN (online) 1940-6029
    DOI 10.1007/978-1-0716-3593-3_15
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  8. Article ; Online: The role of

    Alder, Arne / Sanchez, Cecilia P / Russell, Matthew R G / Collinson, Lucy M / Lanzer, Michael / Blackman, Michael J / Gilberger, Tim-Wolf / Matz, Joachim M

    Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences of the United States of America

    2023  Volume 120, Issue 30, Page(s) e2306420120

    Abstract: To ensure their survival in the human bloodstream, malaria parasites degrade up to 80% of the host erythrocyte hemoglobin in an acidified digestive vacuole. Here, we combine conditional reverse genetics and quantitative imaging approaches to demonstrate ... ...

    Abstract To ensure their survival in the human bloodstream, malaria parasites degrade up to 80% of the host erythrocyte hemoglobin in an acidified digestive vacuole. Here, we combine conditional reverse genetics and quantitative imaging approaches to demonstrate that the human malaria pathogen
    MeSH term(s) Animals ; Humans ; Antimalarials/pharmacology ; Antimalarials/metabolism ; Adenosine Triphosphatases/metabolism ; Vacuoles ; Malaria, Falciparum/parasitology ; Plasmodium falciparum/metabolism ; Parasites
    Chemical Substances Antimalarials ; Adenosine Triphosphatases (EC 3.6.1.-)
    Language English
    Publishing date 2023-07-18
    Publishing country United States
    Document type Journal Article ; Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
    ZDB-ID 209104-5
    ISSN 1091-6490 ; 0027-8424
    ISSN (online) 1091-6490
    ISSN 0027-8424
    DOI 10.1073/pnas.2306420120
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  9. Article: Maximizing Microsampling: Measurement of Comprehensive Metabolic and Lipid Panels Using a Novel Capillary Blood Collection Device.

    Collier, Bradley B / Brandon, Whitney C / Chappell, Matthew R / Kovach, Peyton M / Grant, Russell P

    The journal of applied laboratory medicine

    2023  Volume 8, Issue 6, Page(s) 1115–1126

    Abstract: ... determined.: Results: Correlation of capillary serum with respect to venous serum was demonstrated (R > 0 ...

    Abstract Background: Demand continues to grow for patient-centric sampling solutions that enable collection of small volumes of blood outside of healthcare facilities. Various technologies have been developed to facilitate sample collection but gaps in knowledge remain, preventing these technologies from replacing standard venipuncture.
    Methods: A novel blood collection device, Touch Activated Phlebotomy (TAP) II® from YourBio Health, and standard fingerstick collection using a BD Microtainer® were utilized to collect capillary serum samples. Measurements of a comprehensive metabolic and lipid panels were measured on these samples and compared to results from venous serum samples that were collected in parallel. Hemolysis was used to assess sample quality. Sample volumes obtained from self-collected TAP II samples were also determined.
    Results: Correlation of capillary serum with respect to venous serum was demonstrated (R > 0.9) for professionally collected TAP II samples, self-collected TAP II samples, and professionally collected fingerstick samples for alkaline phosphatase, alanine aminotransferase, aspartate aminotransferase, blood urea nitrogen, cholesterol, high-density lipoprotein, total bilirubin, and triglycerides. Results for creatinine demonstrated acceptable correlation, however, a consistent negative bias was observed. Biases (with unacceptable correlations) were also observed for measurements of carbon dioxide and potassium. Correlative results for albumin were not consistently acceptable across the collection techniques utilized while the remaining analytes tested did not demonstrate acceptable correlations under any condition. Correlation results, however, would improve with a wider distribution of analyte concentrations.
    Conclusions: Collections of small volumes of liquid blood continue to show potential as a patient-centric solution.
    MeSH term(s) Humans ; Phlebotomy ; Blood Specimen Collection/methods ; Specimen Handling ; Blood Urea Nitrogen ; Cholesterol
    Chemical Substances Cholesterol (97C5T2UQ7J)
    Language English
    Publishing date 2023-09-23
    Publishing country England
    Document type Journal Article
    ISSN 2576-9456
    ISSN 2576-9456
    DOI 10.1093/jalm/jfad066
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  10. Article ; Online: The Patient Perspective on Colectomy for Recurrent Diverticulitis: A Qualitative Study.

    Hawkins, Alexander T / Penson, David F / Geiger, Timothy M / Bonnet, Kemberlee R / Mutch, Matthew G / Maguire, Lilias H / Schlundt, David G / Rothman, Russell L

    Annals of surgery

    2024  Volume 279, Issue 5, Page(s) 818–824

    Abstract: Objective: Understand the patient's decision-making process regarding colectomy for recurrent diverticulitis.: Background: The decision to pursue elective colectomy for recurrent diverticulitis is highly preference-sensitive. Little is known about ... ...

    Abstract Objective: Understand the patient's decision-making process regarding colectomy for recurrent diverticulitis.
    Background: The decision to pursue elective colectomy for recurrent diverticulitis is highly preference-sensitive. Little is known about the patient's perspective in this decision-making process.
    Methods: We performed a qualitative study utilizing focus groups of patients with recurrent diverticulitis at 3 centers across the United States. Using an iterative inductive/deductive approach, we developed a conceptual framework to capture the major themes identified in the coded data.
    Results: From March 2019 to July 2020, 39 patients were enrolled across 3 sites and participated in 6 focus groups. After coding the transcripts using a hierarchical coding system, a conceptual framework was developed. Major themes identified included participants' beliefs about surgery, such as normative beliefs (eg, subjective, value placed on surgery), control beliefs (eg, self-efficacy, stage of change), and anticipated outcomes (eg, expectations, anticipated regret); the role of behavioral management strategies (eg, fiber, eliminate bad habits); emotional experiences (eg, depression, embarrassment); current symptoms (eg, severity, timing); and quality of life (eg, cognitive load, psychosocial factors). Three sets of moderating factors influencing patient choice were identified: clinical history (eg, source of diagnosis, multiple surgeries), clinical protocols (eg, pre-op and post-op education), and provider-specific factors (eg, specialty, choice of surgeon).
    Conclusions: Patients view the decision to undergo colectomy through 3 major themes: their beliefs about surgery, their psychosocial context, and moderating factors that influence participant choice to undergo surgery. This knowledge is essential both for clinicians counseling patients who are considering colectomy and for researchers studying the process to optimize care for recurrent diverticulitis.
    MeSH term(s) Humans ; Diverticulitis, Colonic/surgery ; Quality of Life ; Retrospective Studies ; Diverticulitis/surgery ; Colectomy/methods ; Elective Surgical Procedures
    Language English
    Publishing date 2024-02-06
    Publishing country United States
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 340-2
    ISSN 1528-1140 ; 0003-4932
    ISSN (online) 1528-1140
    ISSN 0003-4932
    DOI 10.1097/SLA.0000000000006225
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