422 million adults worldwide have diabetes and 48% of all juvenile deaths are due to diabetes or diabetes-inflicted diseases; diabetes in low-income families has risen rapidly — 21% since 2010. By combining recent advances in microRNA (miR) technology, applying...
Bioethics and Protection of Human Dignity in Research and Healthcare
The aim of this project is to study the degree of knowledge and awareness of the bioethical guidelines established at International, European and National level that seek to protect human dignity. Thus, in the first place, it carries out...
Gaming Accessibility, 3D printed adaptive gaming controller accessory for individuals with disabilities
Background: Cerebral palsy (CP) is the most common (3:1000) childhood movement disorder. Gaming can help integrate individuals with disabilities into a community, but those with CP struggle with gaming due to limited hand function and fine motor coordination. Objectives:...
The impact of energy drinks on heart rate recovery
This study aimed to determine if there was a significant difference in heart rate recovery (HRR) after consuming an energy drink during sport activity. Male subjects aged 17-18 participated in standardized aerobic exercises, categorized as athletically active or inactive...
Immunomodulatory Effects of Multi-Walled Carbon Nanotubes in Homo sapiens THP-1 Macrophages
This study examined the effects of low cytotoxic concentrations of multi-walled carbon nanotubes (MWCNTs) on the gene expression of thirteen selected cytokine genes in THP-1 macrophages. The production and applications of MWCNTs are augmenting, so their hazardous potential on...
Syrenity: Development of a moisturising cream rich in marine collagen
This project aims to produce a moisturizing cream, with collagen as the main component, a protein with moisturizing and structural properties. The collagen used in this research will be extracted from fish scales and fins, by-products of the fishing...
Optimization of CAR-T Cell Therapy using RNA-Sequencing Analysis for Biomarker Identification
Cancer is one of the leading causes of death worldwide. Conventional cancer treatments have considerable side effects and may not always succeed in their intended response, taking a toll on patients and their families. CAR-T cell therapy is a...