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5%. Our results demonstrated that PLGA/PEI NPs encapsulation of GFP mRNA had ‎no toxic effect on immature monocyte-derived ‎dendritic cells and was capable of delivering of IVT-mRNA into moDCs and was highly effective. The expression of GFP protein 48 h after transfection was confirmed by flow cytometry, microscopic examination and western blotting assay. This NP can make a way to target moDCs to express a variety of antigens by IVT- mRNA. The ‎present study introduced the PLGA/PEI NP, which provided effective delivery of ‎IVT-mRNA that encodes the GFP protein.The clinical application of sirolimus (SRL) as an immunosuppressive agent is largely hampered by its narrow therapeutic range. This study focused on developing SRL tablets with a sustained release profile for better safety. SRL was highly water insoluble and its solubility has been efficiently enhanced by preparing self-microemulsifying drug delivery system (SMEDDS). The SRL-SMEDDS was physically adsorbed by microcrystalline cellulose (MCC). The sustained release of SRL was achieved by addition of hydroxypropyl methylcellulose (HPMC) to prepare tablets. The formulation of the tablets was optimized by single factor test and orthogonal design. The optimal formulation was composed of 10% of HPMC 100lv and 5% of HPMC K4M. The in-vitro release profiles of the optimal tablets were further investigated for the influence of hardness, shape, preparing method, release method, stirring speed, and medium. The release kinetic of SRL from the tablets was demonstrated to be erosion of HPMC. Pharmacokinetic study on beagle dogs showed that the SRL-SMEDDS tablets were bio-equivalent to the commercial tablets but lower Cmax and larger Tmax were achieved. In conclusion, the SMEDDS tablets were presented as promising delivery system for sustained release of SRL.The phenomenon of urbanisation is becoming increasingly prevalent on a global level, and the health issues regarding the urban environment are of primary importance in public health. Accordingly, the present manuscript describes an analysis of the housing conditions of Italian urban areas, referring to the city of Sassari (Sardinia), Italy, focused on the dwelling structural and sanitary conditions issued by the Italian regulations. Data relating to the housing conditions of the population were acquired by the Local Hygiene and Public Health Service (SISP), in a period between 2012 and 2016. Qualitative variables were summarised with absolute and relative (percentages) frequencies, whereas quantitative variables with means and standard deviations depending on their parametric distribution. Statistical comparisons for qualitative and quantitative variables were performed with the χ 2 test or Student's t-test, respectively. A p value less than 0.05 was considered statistically significant. Finally, the dwelling the city centre. Moreover, the Italian population is hit by a significant housing problem, due to overcrowding, uninhabitability, and unhygienic conditions. Overall, our findings suggest that it is necessary to develop a multidisciplinary approach to guarantee public health, with safe dwellings homes and the surrounding urban context alongside the development of social relations. Nevertheless, there is still little evidence available today on the population housing conditions, especially regarding the private indoor environment, and further research is needed to bridge this knowledge gap. Copyright © 2020 Marco Dettori et al.Introduction. Animal sources of foods (ASF), including meat, are a source of high-quality nutrients. However, meat composition makes it an ideal medium for the growth of a good number of microorganisms. Around 600 million foodborne illnesses and 420000 deaths occur each year due to poor food handling practice. Thus, probing into meat handling practice will be an insatiable input for the intervention. This study aims to investigate the level of meat handling practice and associated factors among meat handlers in butcheries in Gondar town, Ethiopia. Method The study was a community-based cross-sectional study among butcher shops in Gondar town from April 20 to 30, 2019. Data were collected using a pretested structured questionnaire by trained data collectors among 214 meat handlers from butcher shops. Multivariable logistic regression analysis with a 95% confidence interval (CI) was used to identify the factors significantly associated with a good level of meat handling practice. Result More than half of the ments & regulatory bodies. Copyright © 2020 Dawit Getachew Yenealem et al.This study deals with the occupational health and safety of valuable and recyclable waste collectors (called scavengers) in the Gaza Strip, Palestine. The analytical descriptive approach was used in this study to achieve this goal. Waste pickers in the study area are working informally at existing dumpsites, solid waste transfer stations, landfills, and community streets' bins areas. A sample of 301 scavengers was surveyed filling a structured questionnaire designed for this purpose, during individual interviews. Colcemid chemical structure In addition, interviews with key Palestinian officials in the Gaza Strip have been conducted to provide accurate data and comprehensive information regarding waste pickers activities. The results showed that the occupational health and safety of the waste pickers is in constant deterioration mainly due to the informal nature of their work. The waste pickers are reportedly suffering in the current situation and the majority has no access to potable water, sanitation, and hygienically appropriate place to sleep and have meals. None of them has ever received occupational health and safety training. The study recommends that local decision makers should uptake short-term and long-term measures in waste management sector both aiming at improving this vulnerable social group's health and safety life status. Copyright © 2020 Issam A. Al-Khatib et al.Stem/progenitor cells are undifferentiated cells characterized by their exclusive ability for self-renewal and multilineage differentiation potential. In recent years, researchers and investigations explored the prospect of employing stem/progenitor cell therapy in regenerative medicine, especially stem/progenitor cells originating from the oral tissues. In this context, the regeneration of the lost dental tissues including enamel, dentin, and the dental pulp are pivotal targets for stem/progenitor cell therapy. The present review elaborates on the different sources of stem/progenitor cells and their potential clinical applications to regenerate enamel, dentin, and the dental pulpal tissues. Copyright © 2020 Geraldine M. Ahmed et al.