Research Background Nosocomial infections are a common and serious problem in healthcare settings, particularly on reusable medical devices, where cross-contamination and biofilm formation are major causes. To address this challenge, researchers have begun exploring the use of coating materials containing metallic nanoparticles to prevent microbial...

Synthesis and Study of Antimicrobial and Magnetic Properties of ZnFeCrO4 Nanoferrite Academic Background Nanoferrites, due to their unique physical and chemical properties, have broad application prospects in various industrial fields. Spinel ferrites, in particular, are highly regarded for their tunable structures, making them attractive for use i...

Kaposi’s sarcoma-associated herpesvirus (KSHV) is a γ-herpesvirus that primarily infects endothelial cells and leads to the development of Kaposi’s sarcoma (KS), especially in people living with HIV. Kaposi’s sarcoma is a malignant tumor characterized by endothelial cell proliferation, typically presenting as cutaneous lesions. After infecting endo...

Academic Background Ulcerative Colitis (UC) is a chronic inflammatory bowel disease characterized by recurrent inflammation and ulceration of the colonic mucosa. Current treatments for UC primarily rely on immunosuppressive drugs, such as corticosteroids, immunomodulators, and biologics. However, the immunosuppressive properties of these drugs incr...

Academic Background Ulcerative Colitis (UC) is a chronic inflammatory bowel disease often accompanied by various extraintestinal complications, among which pulmonary infections are particularly severe. Although previous studies have indicated interactions between the intestinal and pulmonary immune systems, the specific mechanisms involving neutrop...

Academic Background The COVID-19 pandemic has had a significant impact on global public health systems. Although the pandemic has somewhat subsided, its complex immunopathological mechanisms, long-term sequelae (such as “long COVID”), and the potential for similar threats in the future continue to drive in-depth research. Severe COVID-19 cases are ...

Academic Background Wound infection is a significant concern for patients and healthcare professionals worldwide, particularly in the management of severe wounds. Inappropriate dressings can increase the risk of infection, prolong healing time, and even lead to higher mortality rates and economic burdens. Traditional wound dressings, such as gauze ...

International Multicenter Study Reveals Insufficient Antifungal Dosing in Critically Ill Patients Academic Background Invasive fungal infections are common and serious nosocomial infections, particularly among patients in the intensive care unit (ICU), where they are associated with high morbidity and mortality rates. Timely and appropriate antifun...

INHALE WP3 Study - The Impact of Rapid PCR on ICU Antibiotic Stewardship and Clinical Outcomes Background Introduction Hospital-acquired pneumonia (HAP) and ventilator-associated pneumonia (VAP) are common infections in intensive care unit (ICU) patients, with an incidence rate between 5% to 40%, and are associated with high morbidity and increased...

A Prediction Model for Invasive Pulmonary Aspergillosis in Immunocompromised Patients with Acute Respiratory Failure Background Introduction Invasive Pulmonary Aspergillosis (IPA) is a severe opportunistic infection commonly seen in immunocompromised patients, particularly those with immune dysfunction caused by hematological malignancies, stem cel...