This study investigates the production of starch-based bioplastics from the mixture of potato and cassava peel waste starch using glycerol as plasticizer (20% wt/v) and comparing reinforcement with calcium carbonate and hydrochloric acid (4% wt/wt of filler to starch). The potato and cassava peel starch used in the production of the bioplastics were at a ratio of 3:1, 1 1, and 1:3 (wt/wt)), whereas the pure starches of the potato and cassava peel were studied as control. The physical…

Natural textile dyes, derived from plants, animals, and microorganisms, are increasingly used in food and nutrition to replace synthetic colorants due to their safety, sustainability, and health-promoting properties. These colorants (e.g., turmeric, beetroot, chlorophyll) often provide antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and antimicrobial benefits.

Although milk is a vital part of the human diet, foodborne bacteria, especially those with antibiotic resistance, may spread through it. The purpose of this study was to assess the foodborne risks related to Staphylococcus aureus and multidrug-resistant (MDR) Escherichia coli that were isolated from retail milk samples. 360 milk samples in all were gathered from retail establishments and subjected to conventional bacteriological analysis. In compliance with CLSI recommendations, isolates…

Pediatric acute neuropsychiatric syndrome (PANS) and pediatric acute neuropsychiatric disorder associated with streptococcal infection (PANDAS), both are characterized by abrupt fluctuating episodes of obsessive-compulsive symptoms with other symptoms. These episodes are usually proceeded by infections with antigen mimicry speculated to be the cause of an immune dysregulation and inflammatory response. A cumulative data suggest that PANDAS is part of a systemic inflammatory response allowing…

We present a case of a 72-year-old man with a 30-year history of palmar spiny keratoderma and prior unprovoked deep vein thrombosis. Lesions demonstrated partial improvement with topical keratolytics and retinoids, though treatment adherence was limited by medication cost, necessitating reliance on mechanical exfoliation and over-the-counter alternatives.

Spiny keratoderma is a rare skin disorder featuring small keratotic projections from the palms and may also affect the soles.…

Over the past 15 years, the open data movement has transformed from a niche policy initiative into a global phenomenon that touches nearly every aspect of modern society. This paper presents a comprehensive content analysis of open data research published in peer-reviewed journal articles from 2010 to 2025. Through systematic review and thematic analysis, we trace the evolution of open data research across five distinct periods: Foundation (2010-2012), Growth (2013-2016), Maturation…

Synthetic biology represents a profound transformation in the life sciences, shifting from reactive genetic manipulation to proactive, design-driven construction of biological systems. Using Bacillus subtilis genomics as a historical anchor, we trace the conceptual trajectory from genetic engineering through molecular biology to synthetic biology (SynBio), framing each transition through Thomas Kuhn’s theory of paradigm shifts. We argue that SynBio constitutes a genuine revolutionary…

This pilot study aimed to evaluate muscle resistance using a novel device (BFpress) and a newly proposed index, the Muscle Compression Resistance Index (MCRI). Data were collected from 95 participants during the 33rd Scientific Physiotherapy Conference in Athens (2026). Measurements were performed bilaterally at the L4–L5 paraspinal level.

Participants were categorized based on MCRI values: <25 kg, 25–35 kg, and >35 kg. The majority (61%) demonstrated increased muscle resistance…

This retrospective study evaluates the respiratory impact of exclusive cannabis use via traditional pipes in asthmatic patients (n=7) compared to a non-smoking control group (n=54) to assess the clinical and functional consequences of this practice. The results demonstrate increased morbidity among cannabis users, marked by a high prevalence of dry cough (71%) and dyspnea (57%), as well as significant lung function impairment with a mean FEV1 of 65% and a Tiffeneau index of 0.60. The study…

Conducted on a cohort of 150 patients followed at the Respiratory Diseases Department of the 20 August 1953 Hospital in Casablanca between 2019 and 2023, this retrospective and analytical study outlines the profile of severe asthma in a Moroccan referral center. The study population has a mean age of 36 years with a female predominance (58%) and high exposure to environmental humidity (46%), while the clinical profile is dominated by allergic rhinitis (56%) and gastroesophageal reflux…