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Smart -- sunflower mutant population and reverse genetic tool for crop improvement
(Springer Nature, 2013-01-01)
Background: Sunflower (Helianthus annuus L.) is an important oilseed crop grown widely in various areas of the world. Classical genetic studies have been extensively undertaken for the improvement of this particular oilseed ...
Haemodynamic performance of neuromuscular electrical stimulation (nmes) during recovery from total hip arthroplasty
(Springer Nature, 2013-01-01)
Background: Patients post total hip arthroplasty (THA) remain at high risk of developing Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) during the recovery period following surgery despite the availability of effective pharmacological and ...
Oral paricalcitol reduces the prevalence of posttransplant hyperparathyroidism: results of an open label randomized trial
(Wiley-Blackwell, 2013-04-19)
Postkidney transplant hyperparathyroidism is a significant problem. Vitamin D receptor agonists are known to suppress parathyroid hormone (PTH) secretion. We examined the effect of oral paricalcitol on posttransplant ...
Biomaterial constructs for delivery of multiple therapeutic genes: a spatiotemporal evaluation of efficacy using molecular beacons
(Public Library of Science (PLoS), 2013-06-03)
Gene therapy is emerging as a potential therapeutic approach for cardiovascular pathogenesis. An appropriate therapy may require multiple genes to enhance therapeutic outcome by modulating inflammatory response and ...
Identification and validation of mirnas as endogenous controls for rq-pcr in blood specimens for breast cancer studies
(Public Library of Science (PLoS), 2013-12-31)
Introduction: A prerequisite to accurate interpretation of RQ-PCR data is robust data normalization. A commonly used method is to compare the cycle threshold (C-T) of target miRNAs with those of a stably expressed endogenous ...
Gene therapy: pursuing restoration of dermal adhesion in recessive dystrophic epidermolysis bullosa
(Wiley-Blackwell, 2013-12-30)
The replacement of a defective gene with a fully functional copy is the goal of the most basic gene therapy. Recessive dystrophic epidermolysis bullosa (RDEB) is characterised by a lack of adhesion of the epidermis to the ...
Isolation of streptococcus agalactiae and an aquatic birnavirus from doctor fish garra rufa l
(Springer Nature, 2013-01-01)
Background: The doctor fish, Garra rufa, has become increasingly popular as a treatment for skin disorders and for pedicures in recent years. Despite this there is very little information available regarding the welfare ...
Demography and biochemistry of 2800 patients from a renal stones clinic
(SAGE Publications, 2013-02-21)
Background: Because the causes of stones are uncertain, interventions to prevent recurrence have an insecure foundation. Progress depends on careful evaluation of stone formers.
Methods: A descriptive retrospective database ...
Determinants of respirable crystalline silica exposure among stoneworkers involved in stone restoration work
(Oxford University Press (OUP), 2013-08-31)
Objectives: Crystalline silica occurs as a significant component of many traditional materials used in restoration stonework, and stoneworkers who work with these materials are potentially exposed to stone dust containing ...
Using pm2.5 concentrations to estimate the health burden from solid fuel combustion, with application to irish and scottish homes
(Springer Nature, 2013-06-19)
Background: This study estimates the potential population health burden from exposure to combustion-derived particulate air pollution in domestic settings in Ireland and Scotland.
Methods: The study focused on solid fuel ...