The recognition of nature-based solutions (NbS) is on a growing trend worldwide in an era of climate change, and intensified demand for improved human health, better preparedness for disasters, food and water security.The solutions seek to restore, protect and sustainably manage natural and modified ecosystems to optimize biodiversity and human wel

Abstract Background Surfactant dysfunction due to inhibition is involved in the pathophysiology of meconium aspiration syndrome.Dextran addition has been shown to reverse exogenous surfactant inactivation by meconium, but the precise mechanisms and the morphological correlate of this effect are yet unknown.Morphological surfactant analysis by trans

Although read more the placenta has robust defense mechanisms that protect the fetus from a viral infection, some viruses can manipulate or evade these mechanisms and disrupt physiology or cross the placental barrier.It is well established that the Zika virus is capable of vertical transmission from mother to fetus and can cause malformation of the