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pH-sensitive smart indicators based on cellulose and different natural pigments for tracing kimchi ripening stages

157 views | Jul 27 2023

The study found that cellulose-based pH-sensitive indicators loaded with natural pigments showed more pronounced color changes in response to lactic acid and pH variations, with alkalized indicators being particularly effective for monitoring the fermentation process of acidic foods such as kimchi. [Read the Full Post]

A pilot study of chemotherapy combinations in rats: Focus on mammary cancer treatment in female dogs

95 views | Feb 17 2023

This study found that the bioavailability of carboplatin increased when combined with ivermectin and cyclophosphamide in rats, but with a higher increase in the latter, suggesting a slight reduction in carboplatin's dose when combined with cyclophosphamide to avoid increased adverse effects. [Read the Full Post]

Crusted scabies in AIDS patient, a clinical challenge to be sorted out with a simple bedside test

71 views | Feb 17 2023

A case of crusted scabies, a severe and highly contagious variant of scabies, was reported in an AIDS patient with hyperpigmented macules covered in thick crusts on the axilla, inguinal region, and gluteal region, and was treated with ivermectin, permethrin, and keratolytics after a KOH microscopy revealed a population of more than 1 million mites. [Read the Full Post]