Escherichia coli O157:H7 has been linked to intestinal infections in humans and is thought to be a major cause of foodborne illnesses. The research is providing an update on the prevalence and toxin profile of multidrug-resistant E. coli O157:H7 in Upper Egypt, from November 2023 to February 2024. A total of 410 samples were obtained from food products, animals, water, and human stool for isolation, identification, and serotyp...

Hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC), the fifth most prevalent cancer worldwide, is influenced by a myriad of clinic-pathological factors, including viral infections and genetic abnormalities. This study delineates the synthesis, characterization, and the biological efficacy of iron oxide nanoparticles (Fe 3 O 4 ) and chitosan-coated iron oxide nanoparticles (Fe 3 O 4 -CS) against HCC. Analytical methods confirmed the successful syn...

Depression, a devastating brain illness, necessitates the exploration of novel antidepressant treatments. We evaluated the antidepressant effects of free curcumin, zinc oxide nanoparticles (ZnO NPs), and curcumin-conjugated zinc oxide nanoparticles (Zn(cur)O NPs). The nanoformulations were extensively characterized using advanced techniques. An acute toxicity study ensured the safety of Zn(cur)O NPs. Rats were assigned to one...