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Host‐Directed Biomaterials for Combatting Bloodstream Infections: From Macrocyclic Peptides to Immune‐Activating Cell Backpacks

Advanced Functional Materials, EarlyView.
Bloodstream infections (BSI) are one of the leading causes of mortality and morbidity in both civilian and military populations. This paper summarizes recent progress in novel treatment strategies to manage BSI arising from both bacterial and fungal pathogens using molecules, particles, and materials to elicit host‐directed immunity.
Thomas Thomou, Jagadish Krishnappa, Justin B. Schaal, Prasad Tongaonkar, Dat Q. Tran, Wenchao Gu, Yung‐Fu Chang, Michael E. Selsted, Shaoyi Jiang, Samir Mitragotri, Michael Super, Christopher J. Bettinger   +11 more
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Female-initiated prevention: Integrating female condoms into HIV risk-reduction activities in Kenya [PDF]

, 2009
The Female Condom (FC) is the only female-initiated prevention product on the market today that provides simultaneous protection against STIs, including HIV, and unintended pregnancy. Despite this unique dual protection benefit, the female condom remains

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Programmable DNA‐Peptide Hybrid Nanostructures for Potent Neutralization of Multiple Influenza a Virus Subtypes

Advanced Functional Materials, EarlyView.
A multivalent antiviral platform based on honeycomb‐shaped DNA nanostructures (HC–Urumin) is developed to enhance the potency and breadth of the host defense peptide Urumin. Through spatially patterned trimeric presentation, HC–Urumin disrupts influenza A virus entry, improves cell viability, and reduces disease severity in vivo‐offering a modular and ...
Saurabh Umrao, Abhisek Dwivedy, Payton L. Haak, Dhanush Gandavadi, Laurie A. Rund, Chi Chen, Vineetha Mareddy, Lifeng Zhou, Jinwei Duan, Ying Fang, Andrew J. Steelman, Xing Wang   +11 more
wiley   +1 more source

Acceptability of Condom Promotion and Distribution Among 10-19 Year-Old Adolescents in Mpwapwa and Mbeya Rural Districts, Tanzania. [PDF]

, 2012
\ud The HIV/AIDS pandemic remains a leading challenge for global health. Although condoms are acknowledged for their key role on preventing HIV transmission, low and inappropriate use of condoms persists in Tanzania and elsewhere in Africa.
A Exavery, Acleus SM Ruta, Adiel K Mushi, Amon Exavery, C Joanis, C MacPhail, D Buor, E Maticka-Tyndale, E Vittinghoff, Emmanuel A Makundi, Femina HIP, Filemon Tenu, GiveWell, Godfrey M Mubyazi, Hamisi M Malebo, J Takács, J Whitaker, JE Anderson, JK Papo, John W Ogondiek, Jovitha Rugemalila, Joyce K Ikingura, JP Majra, JS St Lawrence, Julius J Massaga, JZL Ng'weshemi, KS Mnyika, ME Beksinska, MF Gallo, MR Kazaura, Mwelecele N Malecela, N Hearst, National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) [Tanzania], National Bureau of Statistics (NBS), Tanzania: National Census, R Mwakitwange, RJ Hayes, S Agha, S Babalola, S Chapman, SA Sanders, SD Pinkerton, SH Kapiga, Sia Malekia, T Rehle, Tanzania Commission for AIDS (TACAIDS), The Research and Analysis Working Group (R&AWG), The World Bank, UNAIDS, UNAIDS, Victor Wiketye, WHO, WHO, Y Kamugola, YA Amirkhanian   +53 more
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Factors Associated with Condom Use Behaviour Among Young University Students [PDF]

, 2022
André Teixeira Stephanou, Isabella Kahl de Freitas, Ana Cristina Garcia Dias   +2 more
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Upconversion Nanoparticles Embedded Photonic Contact Lens for Transepithelial Corneal Crosslinking Using Hyaluronate – Riboflavin Conjugate

Advanced Functional Materials, EarlyView.
A minimally invasive, transepithelial corneal cross‐linking (TE‐CXL) approach is presented using upconversion nanoparticles (UCNPs)‐loaded contact lenses (UCLs), after topical delivery of hyaluronate–riboflavin conjugates. The NIR‐to‐UV/blue light conversion by UCNPs in a UCL can activate riboflavin for TE‐CXL, resulting in the biomechanical strength ...
Gibum Lee, Inhoo Choi, Anara Molkenova, Yengwoo Son, Seungmin Yang, Mina Kwon, Tae‐Im Kim, Ki Su Kim, Sei Kwang Hahn   +8 more
wiley   +1 more source

Composite materials: Tomorrow for the day after tomorrow [PDF]

A description is given of the history of the use of composite materials in the aerospace industry. Research programs underway to obtain exact data on the behavior of composite materials over time are discussed.
Condom, P.
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Reasons for non- use of condoms and self-efficacy among female sex workers: A qualitative study in Nepal [PDF]

, 2011
Background Heterosexual contact is the most common mode of transmission of sexually transmitted infections (STIs) including Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) in Nepal and it is largely linked to sex work.
Dahal, Rashmi, Ghimire, Laxmi, Luitel, Nagendra, Smith, W.C.S., van Teijlingen, Edwin   +4 more
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Nano‐ and Micro‐Sized Solid Materials Used as Antiviral Agents

Advanced Functional Materials, EarlyView.
Due to the rise of viral infections in humans and possible viral outbreaks, the use of nano‐ or micro‐sized materials as antiviral agents is rapidly increasing. This review explores their antiviral properties against RNA and DNA viruses, either as a prevention or a treatment tool, by delving into their mechanisms of action and how to properly assess ...
Orfeas‐Evangelos Plastiras, Imelda Raczkiewicz, Peggy Bouquet, Jean‐Philippe Dacquin, Jeremy Dhainaut, Anne Goffard, Christophe Volkringer   +6 more
wiley   +1 more source

The Contemporary Porn Debate - Perceptions of Sexual Health of Porn Actors, The 2013 HIV crisis, and Recognizing the Complexities of the Porn Industry [PDF]

, 2020
Between August 2012 and January 2013, four adult film performers based in California tested positive for HIV which triggered a moratorium on production, and led the state of California to mandate condom usage in the industry under the Safer Sex in the ...
Gooya, Nasreen C.
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