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HPV-related cancers in men, particularly anal and oropharyngeal cancers, are increasing in Sweden and globally. Men who have sex with men, trans persons and people living with HIV are at especially high risk. HPV vaccination effectively prevents HPV infection and related precancers when given up to age 26. The Public Health Agency of Sweden makes the assessment that catch-up vaccination of unvaccinated males up to 26 years of age is likely to be cost-effective. New international guidelines recommend annual anal cancer screening for high-risk groups from ages 35-45. There are no guidelines for anal cancer screening in Sweden, and screening capacity in Sweden is limited. Vaccinating men not only protects them individually but also indirectly benefits women by reducing HPV transmission and strengthening herd immunity. Increased vaccination coverage and improved screening methods are crucial to reduce the burden of HPV-related cancers in men and accelerate the elimination of cervical cancer.

Purpose. To analyze and summarize the biological parameters of the main commercial species of aquatic bioresources using the example of bream, common carp, roach, Prussian carp and pikeperch of the Zaporizhzhia (Dnipro) Reservoir under conditions of fishery exploitation. Methodology. The study was conducted on multiple-age individuals of of bream, common carp, roach, Prussian carp and pikeperch. Biological analysis of fish was carried out according to classical methods in ichthyology using the following parameters: standard body length, individual weight, sex and condition factor. Biological sampling was carried out during the 2024 growing season during test and commercial fishing in the Zaporizhzhia reservoir in three areas that differed in hydrology and degree of human impact. Findings. Current data on linear-weight parameters of commercial fish species using the example of bream, common carp, roach, Prussian carp, and pikeperch, the age and sex structure of their populations, and fish productivity for the Zaporizhzhia Reservoir have been presented. Scientific and biological justifications, recommendations, and regimes for commercial and bio-reclamation fishing and fish stocking have been developed Originality of the study lies in the comprehensive analysis of biological parameters and the state of commercial fish species of the Zaporizhzhia Reservoir, as well as the development of scientifically based catch limits for 2025. For the first time, modern trends in commercial fishing under martial law conditions have been considered for the reservoir. The study showed changes in the structure of populations and fish productivity of the reservoir, which allowed us to offer recommendations for the rational use of aquatic biological resources and ensuring the stability of the exploitation of ichthyofauna. Practical Value. The Zaporizhzhia Reservoir has the potential for the development of fishing, fish farming and aquaculture in the Prydniprovskyi region. The results of the study showed that it is possible to set limits on the catch of the studied fish species: bream – 250 tons, common carp - 120 tons, roach - 400 tons, Prussian carp - 1500 tons, pikeperch - 50 tons. Based on the conducted study, recommendations were provided on establishing forecasts of catch and limits for the harvest of aquatic biological resources from the Zaporizhzhia Reservoir for 2025.

Macroporous cryogels are attractive scaffolds for biomedical applications, such as biomolecular immobilization, diagnostic sensing, and tissue engineering. In this study, thiol-reactive redox-responsive cryogels with a porous structure are prepared using photopolymerization of a pyridyl disulfide poly­(ethylene glycol) methacrylate (PDS-PEG-MA) monomer. Reactive cryogels are produced using PDS-PEG-MA and hydrophilic poly­(ethylene glycol) methyl ether methacrylate (PEGMEMA) monomers, along with a PEG-based cross-linker and photoinitiator. Functionalization of cryogels using a fluorescent dye via the disulfide-thiol exchange reactions is demonstrated, followed by release under reducing conditions. For ligand-mediated protein immobilization, first, thiol-containing biotin or mannose is conjugated onto the cryogels. Subsequently, fluorescent dye-labeled proteins streptavidin and concanavalin A (ConA) are immobilized via ligand-mediated conjugation. Furthermore, we demonstrate that the mannose-decorated cryogel could capture ConA selectively from a mixture of lectins. The efficiency of protein immobilization could be easily tuned by changing the ratio of the thiol-sensitive moiety in the scaffold. Finally, an integrin-binding cell adhesive peptide is attached to cryogels to achieve successful attachment, and the on-demand detachment of integrin-receptor-rich fibroblast cells is demonstrated. Redox-responsive cryogels can serve as potential scaffolds for a variety of biomedical applications because of their facile synthesis and modification.

Marine fisheries play a crucial role in food security and livelihoods but face challenges from overfishing and environmental changes. This study assessed fish composition, abundance, fishing gear usage, and catch per unit effort (CPUE) at three key landing sites in Cabalian Bay, Philippines. Seventy-three fish species from 31 families were recorded, with the dominance of Carangidae (11%) and Scombridae (10%). Monthly fish catch data reveal fluctuations in fish abundance, with Scombridae consistently recording the highest catches, particularly in August, December, and January. Hook-and-line and gill net were the primary gear used with varying effectiveness across the landing sites. Simple handline (pasol) was the most widely used gear. Tawa recorded the highest CPUE in Pong-oy, while other gear remained consistently low across all months. These findings provide essential baseline data to support fisheries management and small-scale fishers. The study highlighted the need for strengthened marine protected areas and more sustainable fishing strategies to mitigate declining fish stocks and ensure the long-term sustainability of resources.

Tom and Sophie Nightingale live on a barge with their zookeeper dad and vet mum, and as many animals as you can get on a small boat. Surely there's no room for any MORE animals in their life? But then there's a bat in peril, an owl on the prowl and an outbreak of night-terrors for the zoo's nocturnal residents. Tom and Sophie must stage a moonlit vigil to discover what's going on!An animal-packed caper written with the help of the brilliant team at London Zoo.

In Linda Cajio's playful, sexy story of instant attraction, a feisty widow and a straight-laced executive discover love is a contact sport. Wearing an expensive suit and an air of bored calm, Graham Reed looks like a fish out of water at the ballpark. Even after enthusiastic fan Elaine Simpson soaks him with cold soda, he manages to keep his cool. Hot and bothered by this sexy stranger with broad shoulders and smoldering eyes, the perky schoolteacher insists on cleaning his suit. When he shows up at her door, Elaine realizes that the game has just begun. The busy owner of a successful pizza chain, Graham can't get the memory of kissing pretty, down-to-earth Elaine out of his head. But it's clear her teenage son hates him, and his own batting average when it comes to long-term relationships isn't impressive. So is he in or is he out? Only his heart has the answer—and he's putting it all into winning Elaine in a game called love. Includes a special message from the editor, as well as excerpts from these Loveswept titles: About Last Night, Blaze of Winter, and Lana's Lawman.

Someone is killing executives in a string of Alaskan canneries. Is it natives because their food supply is being cut short? Or is there another reason, another culprit? With racial tension running high, Juneau's Sheriff Amos Darcy, a man of few words, is going to find out who it is, come hell or high water. Deputy Sarah Lakat, a Tlingit woman, knows her job, but she wants to prove her people aren't responsible for these vicious crimes. Her family and childhood friends give her access to clues the white sheriff would never have discovered, though, and she has to realize justice must be served no matter who the murderers are. Amos is married to his work and Sarah was badly hurt by a man in her past, yet as they work together in the investigation they grow close, facing danger and discrimination together. Can they solve the case even as they fight their attraction to each other?