The blood–brain barrier (BBB) is a dynamic platform for exchange of substances between
the blood and the brain parenchyma, and it is an essential functional gatekeeper for the …

In recent years, ultrasonographic measurement of the optic nerve sheath diameter (ONSD)
has been widely used to identify the presence of increased intracranial pressure (ICP) …

Homeostasis between pro-oxidants and anti-oxidants is necessary for aerobic life, which if
perturbed and shifted towards pro-oxidants results in oxidative stress. It is generally agreed …

Areas at high-altitude, annually attract millions of tourists, skiers, trekkers, and climbers. If not
adequately prepared and not considering certain ascent rules, a considerable proportion of …

Concordia Station is the permanent, research station on the Antarctic Plateau at 3230 m.
During the eleventh winter‐over campaign (DC11‐2015; February 2015 to November 2015) …

Abstract Genistein (GE), a plant-derived isoflavone, is a polyphenolic non-steroidal
compound. Studies showed that GE possesses anti-cancer, anti-inflammatory, anti …

Age-related dysfunction of the central auditory system, known as central presbycusis, is
characterized by defects in speech perception and sound localization. It is important to …

Purpose High altitude results in lower barometric pressure and hence partial pressure of O 2
decrease can lead to several molecular and cellular changes, such as generation of reactive …

Introduction: The physiological responses on exposure to high altitude are relatively well
known, but new discoveries are still being made, and novel prevention and treatment …

Background and aims Exposing the endothelium to acute periods of imposed oscillatory
shear stress reduces endothelial function and elevates circulating microparticles (MPs) …