Tokat Gaziosmanpaşa Üniversitesi

Prevalence, types, and clinical distribution of patient-related violence toward dental students: a cross-sectional study

Abstract This cross-sectional study aimed to evaluate overall exposure to patient-related violence, its types, and its clinical distribution among dental students during clinical training. A total of 129 dental students actively involved in patient care were included. Data were c...

Effects of two jumping-based training models combined with small-sided volleyball games on aerobic fitness, technical skills, and psychophysiological responses in amateur male volleyball players

This study primarily compared the effects of combining small-sided games (SSGs) with plyometric training (PLY) or jump rope training (JRT) on aerobic capacity, while secondarily examining changes in physical performance, technical skills, and psychophysiological responses in amat...

Field evaluation of biodegradation of boscalid and kresoxim-methyl in grape leaves by plant growth-promoting rhizobacteria

This study investigated the potential of plant growth-promoting rhizobacteria (PGPR) to enhance the dissipation of boscalid and kresoxim-methyl residues in grape leaves under field conditions. The experiment was conducted in a vineyard in Tokat, Türkiye, using the ‘Narince’ ( Vit...

The effect of three- and six-session prenatal haptonomy on pregnancy-related anxiety, distress, and psychological well-being: A randomized controlled trial

This randomized controlled trial examined the effects of prenatal haptonomy on pregnancy-related anxiety, distress, and psychological well-being. A total of 102 pregnant women were randomly assigned to a three-session haptonomy group, a six-session haptonomy group, or a control g...

Monitoring Sustainable Soil Tillage Methods for Climate Change Mitigation: Aggregate Stability

Soil aggregate stability is a critical indicator of the physical integrity, durability and quality of soil structure. It is also used as a fundamental criterion in evaluating sustainable soil management practices. Aggregate stability is an important potential early indicator of s...

The Effect of Planetary Health Diet Program Given with Different Teaching Techniques on Sustainable and Healthy Nutrition Behavior of Students: A RCT

THE EFFECT OF PLANETARY HEALTH DIET PROGRAM GIVEN WITH DIFFERENT TEACHING TECHNIQUES ON SUSTAINABLE AND HEALTHY NUTRITION BEHAVIOR OF STUDENTS: A RANDOMIZED CONTROLLED STUDYABSTRACTObjective:This study aimed to assess how a planetary health diet programme delivered through differ...

Aligning clean energy innovations with the SDGs: sectoral dynamics of green bonds and sustainability-enhanced equities across market conditions

This study examines the dynamic interconnections among clean energy innovations, green bonds, and sectoral sustainability-enhanced equities, and their implications for advancing SDGs 7, 9, 11, 12, and 13. Using a Quantile VAR model and daily data from 31 October 2016–27 December...

An ecological systems theory-based examination of social support mechanisms for women diagnosed with breast cancer

This study examined the social support experiences of women diagnosed with breast cancer within the framework of ecological systems theory. Using a qualitative design and Interpretative Phenomenological Analysis, in-depth interviews were conducted with 10 women who had completed...

Organ-Specific Phenolic Specialization and Antioxidant Responses in Crocus cancellatus: LC–MS/MS and Multivariate Analysis

Organ-specific allocation of phenolic metabolites may shape antioxidant responses in Crocus species. This study characterized stamen, pistil, tepal, perigon tube, and corm of Crocus cancellatus Herb. using ultrasound-assisted methanolic extraction, liquid chromatography–tandem ma...

Dual-Functionalized Electrospun PCL Membranes with Polydopamine/Gold Nanoparticles: Cytocompatibility Assessment for a Potential Cardiac Patch

Myocardial infarction causes scar tissue formation and poor electrical conduction. Cardiac patches are used to functionally support damaged cardiac tissue. Electrospun polycaprolactone (PCL) membranes, one of the most investigated biocompatible and biodegradable materials to be u...

Investigation of the Presence and Distribution of Dural Septum in the Jugular Foramen: An Autopsy Based Study

This study investigated the distribution of dural septum configurations within the jugular foramen and evaluated their relationship with age and sex. Skull base photographs obtained from autopsies performed at the Tokat Forensic Medicine Branch Directorate between March 2021 and...

Cellular and molecular effects of rocuronium and its interaction with doxorubicin in SAOS-2 osteosarcoma cells: an in vitro and in silico study

Emerging evidence suggests that anesthetic agents administered during the perioperative period may modulate tumor biology and influence chemotherapeutic efficacy. This study aimed to investigate the molecular and cellular effects of the neuromuscular blocking agents rocuronium an...

The relationship between postpartum women’s perceptions of insufficient milk and mother-baby attachment

This study was conducted to examine the relationship between postpartum women’s perceptions of insufficient milk and mother-baby attachment levels. This descriptive and cross-sectional study was conducted between January 18, 2024, and May 1, 2024, at a university hospital with 23...

Nickel and cobalt nanoparticles based conductive inks and their applications: a mini-review

Abstract Conductive inks belong to the class of inks in which polymers, surfactants, and binders are conductive. Metal-based conductive inks have a wide range of applications for printed purposes. Ni and Co-based conductive inks have emerged as promising materials for various fle...

Breastfeeding experiences of mothers of infants with respiratory tract infection

This study was conducted to determine breastfeeding experiences of mothers of infants with respiratory tract infections. This study is a phenomenological study. Sample of the study consisted of 13 breastfeeding women. Content analysis method was used to evaluate the data. Breastf...

Fenugreek ( Trigonella foenum‐graecum L.) as a functional food associated with improved heat‐stress survival in Caenorhabditis elegans

Abstract BACKGROUND Fenugreek ( Trigonella foenum‐graecum L.) is widely consumed as a functional food across Mediterranean, Middle Eastern, and South Asian cultures and has long been valued in traditional diets for its health‐promoting properties. Although fenugreek contains dive...

Transmission Electron Microscopy–Based Analysis of Silver Nanoparticle–Induced Ultrastructural Damage and Bioaccumulation in Heterakis dispar (Nematoda: Heterakidae) Under In vitro Conditions

Helminths cause a wide range of diseases in different components of ecosystems and may induce serious pathological conditions in the host organisms. In recent years, nanoparticles have been increasingly used in ecology, veterinary medicine, and biology. In this study, the effect...

MXene ‐Enabled Phase Change Materials for Thermal Energy Storage: Structure, Performance, and Outlook

ABSTRACT The practical use of latent‐heat storage materials is frequently constrained by slow heat transfer, loss of the molten phase, and performance deterioration during repeated operation. MXenes provide a versatile platform for addressing these limitations because their condu...

Thermo-regulation, mechanical performance and microstructural characteristics of alkali-activated slag mortars produced with magnetized water

This study investigated the combined effects of magnetized water (MW) and microencapsulated phase change materials (mPCM) on the physical, mechanical, thermal, and microstructural properties of alkali-activated slag (AAS) mortars. In the first stage, isolated mPCM was characteriz...

Fractal dimension analysis of mandibular and cervical regions across hand–wrist maturation stages

This study evaluated whether fractal dimension (FD) values from mandibular regions and cervical vertebrae on routine panoramic and lateral cephalometric radiographs differ across seven hand–wrist maturation stages in adolescents, using hand–wrist staging as the reference standard...