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The Parthenon, Febraury 14, 2011, Marshall University Feb 2011

The Parthenon, Febraury 14, 2011, Marshall University

The Parthenon

No abstract provided.


Clinical Development Of Experimental Therapies For Malignant Glioma, Nikolai G. Rainov, Volkmar Heidecke Feb 2011

Clinical Development Of Experimental Therapies For Malignant Glioma, Nikolai G. Rainov, Volkmar Heidecke

Sultan Qaboos University Medical Journal

Advances in medical and surgical treatments in the last two to three decades have resulted in quantum leaps in the overall survival of patients with many types of non-central nervous system (CNS) malignant disease, while survival of patients with malignant gliomas (WHO grades 3 and 4) has only moderately improved. Surgical resection, external fractionated radiotherapy and oral chemotherapy, during and after irradiation, remain the pillars of malignant glioma therapy and have shown significant benefits. However, numerous clinical trials with adjuvant agents, most of them administered systemically and causing serious complications and side effects, have not achieved a noteworthy extension of …


Indicators Of Renal Glomerular And Tubular Functions In Patients With Beta-Thalassaemia Major : A Cross Sectional Study At The Royal Hospital, Oman, Waad-Allah S. Mula-Abed, Huda S. Al-Hashmi, Muhanna N. Feb 2011

Indicators Of Renal Glomerular And Tubular Functions In Patients With Beta-Thalassaemia Major : A Cross Sectional Study At The Royal Hospital, Oman, Waad-Allah S. Mula-Abed, Huda S. Al-Hashmi, Muhanna N.

Sultan Qaboos University Medical Journal

Objectives: There are limited data concerning the assessment of renal function in beta-thalassaemia major, with no study of such involvement in Omani patients. The objective of this study was to establish the pattern of renal glomerular and tubular function using traditional and specific laboratory tests in patients with beta-thalassaemia major. Methods: This cross-sectional study, from January–July 2008, included 30 patients of the Thalassaemia Clinic at the Royal Hospital, Oman, with transfusion-dependent homozygous beta-thalassaemia major. They included 15 males and 15 females, aged 16-32 years with mean ± standard deviation of 21.23 ± 3.42 years. The medical records were reviewed and …


Radiation Exposure From Medical Imaging : A Wake-Up Call For Oman!, Lamk Al-Lamki Feb 2011

Radiation Exposure From Medical Imaging : A Wake-Up Call For Oman!, Lamk Al-Lamki

Sultan Qaboos University Medical Journal

No abstract provided.


Improving Road Safety Through Deterrence-Based Initiatives : A Review Of Research, Jeremy D. Davey, James E. Freeman Feb 2011

Improving Road Safety Through Deterrence-Based Initiatives : A Review Of Research, Jeremy D. Davey, James E. Freeman

Sultan Qaboos University Medical Journal

The efficacy of road safety countermeasures to deter motorists from engaging in illegal behaviours is extremely important when considering the personal and economic impact of road accidents on the community. In many countries, deterrence theory has remained a cornerstone of criminology and criminal justice policy, particularly within the field of road safety, as policy makers and enforcement agencies attempt to increase perceptions regarding the certainty, severity and swiftness of sanctions for those who engage in illegal motoring behaviours. Using the Australian experience (particularly the tremendous amount of research into drink driving), the current paper reviews the principles underpinning deterrence theory, …


Asthma Control In Oman : National Results Within The Asthma Insights And Reality In The Gulf & The Near East (Airgne) Study, Nasser Al-Busaidi, Joan B. Soriano Feb 2011

Asthma Control In Oman : National Results Within The Asthma Insights And Reality In The Gulf & The Near East (Airgne) Study, Nasser Al-Busaidi, Joan B. Soriano

Sultan Qaboos University Medical Journal

Objectives: The Asthma Insights and Reality (AIR) study in the Gulf and Near East (one of a worldwide series of surveys conducted in adults and children to assess asthma control) was conducted in Oman to assess how closely asthma control meets international guidelines recommendations. Methods: From January 2007 to March 2008, asthmatics receiving treatment or currently suffering from asthma symptoms were interviewed among nationals randomly surveyed from the most populated urban areas in Oman (Muscat, Sohar and Nizwa). The standard AIR questionnaire was used to assess symptom severity, health care utilisation, limitation of activity and medication use. Results: From 201 …


Vitamin D Status In Pregnant Omanis A Disturbingly High Proportion Of Patients With Low Vitamin D Stores, Moza Al Kalbani, Omayma Elshafie, Mohammed Al-Mamari, Ali, Abdullah Al-Zakwani, Nicholas Woodhouse Feb 2011

Vitamin D Status In Pregnant Omanis A Disturbingly High Proportion Of Patients With Low Vitamin D Stores, Moza Al Kalbani, Omayma Elshafie, Mohammed Al-Mamari, Ali, Abdullah Al-Zakwani, Nicholas Woodhouse

Sultan Qaboos University Medical Journal

Objectives: The objective of this study was to determine the vitamin D status of pregnant Omanis by measurement of their circulating 25 hydroxy vitamin D levels. Methods: Blood samples were obtained from a cohort of 103 consecutive healthy pregnant Omanis at the Armed Forces Hospital, Muscat, on their first antenatal visit. The study took place in May, June and July 2010. Results: Vitamin D deficiency was present in 34 (33%) of patients (25OHD3 <25 nmol/L), ‘at risk’ levels were found in 67 (65%) patients (25OHD3 25–50 nmol/L); two patients (1.9%) had values between 50 and 75 nmol/L, and no patients in the optimal range >75 nmol/L. Conclusion: If confirmed, these findings indicate the need for vitamin D replacement during pregnancy and lactation. Although not evidence based we recommend at least 1000 …


In Silico Design Of Novel Anticoagulant Peptides Targeting Blood Coagulation Factor Viia, Manal Sq Al-Amri, Khalid Alrasadi, Riad Banerjee, Yajnavalka Feb 2011

In Silico Design Of Novel Anticoagulant Peptides Targeting Blood Coagulation Factor Viia, Manal Sq Al-Amri, Khalid Alrasadi, Riad Banerjee, Yajnavalka

Sultan Qaboos University Medical Journal

Objectives: The coagulation cascade initiated during vascular injury prevents bleeding. Unwanted clot formation is however detrimental and requires the use of anticoagulants for prophylaxis and treatment. Anticoagulants targeting a specific step or an enzyme in the clotting process are most preferred as they minimise disadvantageous side-effects. A principal step in the discovery of novel anticoagulants encompasses the in silico design of potential leads. This study depicts the in silico design of peptide anticoagulants targeting coagulation factor VIIa. Methods: Applying the proline bracket rule and using various bioinformatics tools: the basic alignment search tool (BLAST) of National Center for Biotechnology Information; …


Hirschsprung’S Disease Scientific Update : Sultan Qaboos University Hospital, Sultan Qaboos University Feb 2011

Hirschsprung’S Disease Scientific Update : Sultan Qaboos University Hospital, Sultan Qaboos University

Sultan Qaboos University Medical Journal

No abstract provided.


Oman International Conference On Laboratory Medicine Sultan Qaboos University 9 - 11th November 2010, Sultan Qaboos University Feb 2011

Oman International Conference On Laboratory Medicine Sultan Qaboos University 9 - 11th November 2010, Sultan Qaboos University

Sultan Qaboos University Medical Journal

No abstract provided.


The Murray Ledger And Times, February 12, 2011, The Murray Ledger And Times Feb 2011

The Murray Ledger And Times, February 12, 2011, The Murray Ledger And Times

The Murray Ledger & Times

No abstract provided.


Volume 46 - Issue 17 - Friday, February 11, 2011, Rose Thorn Staff Feb 2011

Volume 46 - Issue 17 - Friday, February 11, 2011, Rose Thorn Staff

The Rose Thorn Archive

The Rose Thorn, Rose-Hulman's independent student newspaper.


The Docket (February 11, 2011), William & Mary Law School Feb 2011

The Docket (February 11, 2011), William & Mary Law School

The Docket

No abstract provided.


The Tiger Vol. 105 Issue 4 2011-02-11, Clemson University Feb 2011

The Tiger Vol. 105 Issue 4 2011-02-11, Clemson University

Tiger Newspapers

No abstract provided.


Reporter - February 11th 2011, Rit Reporter Staff Feb 2011

Reporter - February 11th 2011, Rit Reporter Staff

University Publications

No abstract provided.


Flyer News, Vol. 58, No. 26 (Feb. 11, 2011), University Of Dayton Feb 2011

Flyer News, Vol. 58, No. 26 (Feb. 11, 2011), University Of Dayton

Flyer News

Student-run newspaper of the University of Dayton.


The Utah Statesman, February 11, 2011, Utah State University Feb 2011

The Utah Statesman, February 11, 2011, Utah State University

The Utah Statesman

Weekly student newspaper of Utah State University in Logan.


02-11-2011 Swosu Receives Grant To Host Summer Science And Math Academy, Southwestern Oklahoma State University Feb 2011

02-11-2011 Swosu Receives Grant To Host Summer Science And Math Academy, Southwestern Oklahoma State University

THE BARK ARCHIVE 2011

Southwestern Oklahoma State University will host a summer science and math academy for 32 high school juniors and seniors July 11-29 on the Weatherford campus.


Sbe Notícias, Ano 6, No. 181, February 11, 2011, Marcelo A. Rasteiro, Delci K. Ishida Feb 2011

Sbe Notícias, Ano 6, No. 181, February 11, 2011, Marcelo A. Rasteiro, Delci K. Ishida

SBE Notícias

Planos de Manejo espeleológico disponíveis na internet; Esquimós se arriscam em cavernas de gelo; Ingresso da gruta de Maquiné é reajustado; Pesquisadores capturam morcego raro na caatinga; Morcego e planta carnívora vivem em simbiose; Morcego Yoda; Foto do Leitor: Gruta casa de Pedra (TO-249)


Polycationic Glycosides, Robert Engel, Ishrat Ghani, Diego Montenegro, Marie Thomas, Barbara Klaritch-Vrana, Alejandra Castaño, Laura Friedman, Jay Leb, Leah Rothman, Heidi Lee, Craig Capodiferro, Daniel Ambinder, Eve Cere, Christopher Awad, Faiza Sheikh, Jaimelee Rizzo, Lisa-Marie Nisbett, Erika Testani, Karin Melkonian Feb 2011

Polycationic Glycosides, Robert Engel, Ishrat Ghani, Diego Montenegro, Marie Thomas, Barbara Klaritch-Vrana, Alejandra Castaño, Laura Friedman, Jay Leb, Leah Rothman, Heidi Lee, Craig Capodiferro, Daniel Ambinder, Eve Cere, Christopher Awad, Faiza Sheikh, Jaimelee Rizzo, Lisa-Marie Nisbett, Erika Testani, Karin Melkonian

Publications and Research

Cationic lipids have long been known to serve as antibacterial and antifungal agents. Prior efforts with attachment of cationic lipids to carbohydrate-based surfaces have suggested the possibility that carbohydrate-attached cationic lipids might serve as antibacterial and antifungal pharmaceutical agents. Toward the understanding of this possibility, we have synthesized several series of cationic lipids attached to a variety of glycosides with the intent of generating antimicrobial agents that would meet the requirement for serving as a pharmaceutical agent, specifically that the agent be effective at a very low concentration as well as being biodegradable within the organism being treated. The initial …


The New Hampshire, Vol. 100 [101], No. 30 (Feb. 11, 2011), The New Hampshire Feb 2011

The New Hampshire, Vol. 100 [101], No. 30 (Feb. 11, 2011), The New Hampshire

The New Hampshire Print Edition

An independent student produced newspaper from the University of New Hampshire. This volume was printed as 100, but it is the 101st volume in the series. This was corrected in pencil.


Crusader, February 11, 2011, College Of The Holy Cross Feb 2011

Crusader, February 11, 2011, College Of The Holy Cross

Student Newspapers

The student newspaper for the College of the Holy Cross in Worcester, Massachusetts. Articles include coverage of campus events and issues, sports, editorials and special features.


Species Trees And Species Delimitation With Multilocus Data And Coalescent-Based Methods: Resolving The Speciation History Of The Liolaemus Darwinii Group (Squamata, Tropiduridae), Arley Camargo Bentaberry Feb 2011

Species Trees And Species Delimitation With Multilocus Data And Coalescent-Based Methods: Resolving The Speciation History Of The Liolaemus Darwinii Group (Squamata, Tropiduridae), Arley Camargo Bentaberry

Theses and Dissertations

The inference of species boundaries and phylogenetic relationships are fundamental for evolutionary, ecological, and conservation studies. The resolution of species boundaries and the inference of phylogenetic relationships among species are required to define the units of analysis and to find the most closely related units for evaluating alternative models of speciation. I highlight lizards as model organisms for ecological and evolutionary studies, emphasizing their contributions to advances in understanding linkages between phylogeography and speciation. In this dissertation, I focus on the phylogenetic relationships of the lizards in the Liolaemus darwinii group, and the species boundaries of a nested clade within …


Functional Traits And Grain Size In Species Assemblages Of A Neotropical Dry Forest, Vania Wendy Torrez Flores Feb 2011

Functional Traits And Grain Size In Species Assemblages Of A Neotropical Dry Forest, Vania Wendy Torrez Flores

Theses

A long-standing question in ecology is how so many tree species can coexist. New insight into assembly processes has been gained through functional traits that influence fitness. Such traits include the maximum height and diameter of a species as these describe the plant’s ability to compete for light. Additionally, specific leaf area (SLA) describes the amount of leaf area for light capture per unit of biomass invested. SLA is one of the easiest traits to measure, but it depends on access to fresh leaf material which is not possible for samples from remote areas or historical collections e.g. herbaria. The …


Cellulose- And Xylan-Degrading Thermophilic Anaerobic Bacteria From Biocompost, M. V. Sizova, J. A. Izquierdo, N. S. Panikov, L. R. Lynd Feb 2011

Cellulose- And Xylan-Degrading Thermophilic Anaerobic Bacteria From Biocompost, M. V. Sizova, J. A. Izquierdo, N. S. Panikov, L. R. Lynd

Dartmouth Scholarship

Nine thermophilic cellulolytic clostridial isolates and four other noncellulolytic bacterial isolates were isolated from self-heated biocompost via preliminary enrichment culture on microcrystalline cellulose. All cellulolytic isolates grew vigorously on cellulose, with the formation of either ethanol and acetate or acetate and formate as principal fermentation products as well as lactate and glycerol as minor products. In addition, two out of nine cellulolytic strains were able to utilize xylan and pretreated wood with roughly the same efficiency as for cellulose. The major products of xylan fermentation were acetate and formate, with minor contributions of lactate and ethanol. Phylogenetic analyses of 16S …


Am I A Price Fixer? A Behavioural Economics Analysis Of Cartels, Maurice Stucke Feb 2011

Am I A Price Fixer? A Behavioural Economics Analysis Of Cartels, Maurice Stucke

Book Chapters

No abstract provided.


Western News, Feb. 10, 2011, Western Michigan University Feb 2011

Western News, Feb. 10, 2011, Western Michigan University

Western News (1972-2018)

Story highlights: Debel named trustee; Miller reappointed; Renewed effort to boost STEM leadership statewide; Service anniversaries for February; On Campus with Kirk Sundling.


Eastern Progress - 10 Feb 2011, Eastern Kentucky University Feb 2011

Eastern Progress - 10 Feb 2011, Eastern Kentucky University

Eastern Progress 2010-2011

No abstract provided.


Mustang Daily, February 10, 2011 Feb 2011

Mustang Daily, February 10, 2011

Cal Poly Student Newspaper

Student newspaper of California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, CA.


February 10, 2011, James Madison University Feb 2011

February 10, 2011, James Madison University

The Breeze, 2010-2019

The Breeze is the student newspaper of James Madison University in Harrisonburg, Virginia.