PfFBXO1 is essential for inner membrane complex formation in Plasmodium falciparum during both asexual and transmission stages by Sreelakshmi K. Sreenivasamurthy, Carlos Gustavo Baptista, Christopher M. West, Ira J. Blader, Jeffrey D. Dvorin

“…While PfFBXO1 initially localizes to the apical region of dividing parasites, it displays an IMC-like localization as segmentation progresses. …”
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The differential impacts of team diversity as variability versus atypicality on team effectiveness by Neelam Modi, Alina Lungeanu, Leslie DeChurch, Noshir Contractor

“…Abstract Interest in team diversity initiatives has grown significantly over the past decade. …”
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Growth response of Douglas fir to the first early and delayed thinning by Dušek David, Novák Jiří

“…The result confirms the necessity of initiating thinning for DF stands at the stage of thickets. …”
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Two mechanisms of membrane digestion: enzymatic-transport ensemble exists by S. T. Metelsky, V. T. Ivashkin

“…Aim of investigation. To analyze initial stages of coupling between membrane hydrolysis of nutrients (sugar dimers) and membrane transport of formed monomers in rats and humans.Material and methods. …”
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South African healthcare reforms towards universal healthcare – where to next? by G Solanki, T Wilkinson, N G Myburgh, J E Cornell, V Brijlal

“…It is critical that the process of strengthening the health system to advance universal healthcare (UHC) begins now, and there are several viable initiatives that can be implemented without delay. This article examines potential scenarios after the Bill is passed and ways in which UHC could be advanced. …”
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THORACIC SPINE CANAL STENOSIS WITH CAUDA EQUINE SYNDROME: CASE REPORT by Primadenny Ariesa Airlangga, Arifin Arifin

“…The thoracal canal is relatively narrow compared with cervical and lumbar, so the less pressure on the lower thoracal region is the thoracic vertebral height 11 which is the initial release of the cauda equine nerve root can cause complaints of cauda equina syndrome. …”
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Increasing the Soil Resistance Value in the 20 kV Medium Voltage Distribution Network using the Soil Treatment method by Taryo Taryo, Andri Ahmad Fauzi, Rosidi Rosidi

“…The study method involved initial soil resistivity measurements using a Digital Earth Tester 4015 A, adding various mixtures of rice husk ash and mangrove wood charcoal around electrode planting areas, and periodic resistivity measurements over five days after four mixture additions. …”
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Hikikomori, a risk factor for life-threatening malnutrition: a case report of an emergency within the vulnerability by Nicola Artusi, Emanuele Russo, Gianmaria Valeri, Marzia Tecchiolli, Franco Cominotto

“…The patient was found in critical condition, suffering from shock and multiorgan failure. After initial emergency interventions, and post-stabilization,  he was transferred to psychiatric care.  …”
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Association between wasting and inadequate breastfeeding practices among infants under six months in SNNPR and Somali regions of Ethiopia: A multilevel cross-sectional study. by Bethel Getachew, Yemane Berhane, Yadeta Dessie, Walelegn W Yallew, Hanna Y Berhane, Sunny S Kim

“…Non-exclusive breastfeeding and delayed initiation of breastfeeding were the modifiable factors significantly linked to infant wasting. …”
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Economic Evaluation of Fidaxomicin for the Treatment of Clostridium Difficile Infection (C. difficile-associated diarrhoea) in Ireland by Anke van Engen, Montserrat Casamayor, Fidelma Loftus, Martin Coen, Andy Garnham, Maureen Watt, Larry Lacey

“…**Objectives:** To perform a cost-utility analysis of fidaxomicin compared to oral metronidazole (used to treat initial non-severe disease and first non-severe recurrence) and oral vancomycin (used to treat severe disease and any non-severe recurrence beyond the first) for the treatment of CDI. …”
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A Comparison of the Morbidities Associated with Different Early Treatments in Tubo-Ovarian Abscess Patients by Sumanta Saha, Sujata Saha

“…This meta-analysis juxtaposes between these interventions - the length of stay in hospital in days, surgery requirement for those not responding to the initial treatment, and readmission. STUDY DESIGN: The eligible papers searched in various databases (PubMed, Central, Embase, and Scopus) irrespective of their language or date of publication. …”
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An investigation of factors associated with antenatal care attendance in Gauteng in 2015 by E M Webb, B Girdler-Brown, J Mostert, S Ngcobo

“…Many studies have shown that South African women tend to initiate antenatal care late in their pregnancies. …”
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Role of private providers in the implementation of the national health insurance scheme in Zambia: a qualitative study of perceptions and experiences by Jesper Sundewall, Warren Mukelabai Simangolwa

“…Generally, providers perceived payments as within the agreed timelines, especially for online claims.Conclusion The initial scepticism among private providers before the initiation of the NHIS has subsided. …”
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Accounting Method for Carbon Emission Obligation on Load Side of Power System Based on Peak Load Characteristics by HUANG Yanlu, HU Xudong, LIN Zhenfu, MA Xiyuan

“…Moreover， under the premise that the total carbon emission obligation allocation amount remains unchanged before and after correction， the initial carbon emission obligation on the load side is modified and analyzed based on an innovative combination of the comprehensive load method， where the peak load characteristics of the user at the current stage are fully considered. …”
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Study on the stability of excavation process of permafrost subgrade slope in Alpine region by Zhilong Zhang, Jiyang Zhang, Jiangang Chen, Jing Luo, Bingbing Lei

“…Following excavation activities, safety coefficients initially decline before subsequently rising over time; higher safety coefficients correspond to extended safe construction durations for retaining walls.…”
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Exploring Conditions for Designing Citizen Observatories in Sri Lanka: The Case of Air Quality in Rural Areas by Chaminda Rathnayake, Somya Joshi, Teresa Cerratto-Pargman

“…Citizen observatories (COs) are socio-technical initiatives that seek to engage citizens interested in environmental issues via digital applications to gather ecological data, drawing on participatory approaches. …”
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THE IMPACT OF CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY ON BANK PERFORMANCE IN NIGERIA by Ibrahim Yinka Agbeyinka

“…The findings revealed that CSR have a significant and positive impact on net profit margin, suggesting that firms actively engaged in corporate social responsibility initiatives tend to experience better profitability. …”
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Comparing green customer citizenship attitudes and behaviours in South Africa and South Korea by Christo Bisschoff, Sam Fullerton

“…Orientation: Green consumption is a popular topic of conversation and research. Green initiatives are characterised by considerations, attitudes and behaviours. …”
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A rare neurosurgical emergency: case report of spontaneous lumbar subdural empyema by Svetozar Stanković, Milan Lepić, Ivan Bogićević, Jadranka Stanković, Goran Pavlicević

“…Case presentation A 52-year-old male presented with acute-onset lumbar pain without radicular symptoms. Initial lumbar spine computed tomography was unremarkable, leading to home-based analgesic and steroid therapy. …”
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Investigating the Use of Open Air Burnt Sorghum and Wheat Straw Ashes to Soften Hard Water. by Bainomugisha, Jonan

“…These samples were tested to ascertain their initial properties, sample C was found to be with the highest hardness which was 740 mg/1 and was adopted to be used in the entire hardness removal experiment. …”
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