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Pragmatic Liberalism: The Outlook Of The Dead, Justin Deystone

Publications

At the turn of the twentieth century, the legal profession was rocked in a storm of reform. Among the sparks of change was the view that "law in the books" had drifted too far from the "law in action." This popular slogan reflected the broader postwar suspicion that the legal profession needed to be more realistic, more effective, and more in touch with the social needs of the time. A hundred years later, we face a similarly urgent demand for change. Across the blogs and journals stretches a thread of anxieties about the lack of fit between legal education and …

Missing The Forest For The Trees: Gender Pay Discrimination In Academia, Melissa Hart

Publications

Women in virtually every job category still make less than men. Academia is no exception. This Article will explore some of the structural explanations for this continued disparity and the continued resistance to seriously confronting those structural barriers to equality. Using the still-unfolding story of a charge of discrimination filed against a university, this Article examines the script that has become all-too-familiar in discussions about the gender pay gap, whether in academia or elsewhere. The basic storyline in pay discrimination litigation is this: Evidence is presented about the existence of a gap between men's earnings and women's earnings. The response …

Internships As Invisible Labor, Melissa Hart

Publications

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Rethinking Domestic Violence, Rethinking Violence, Aya Gruber

Publications

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Self-Reliance Beyond Neoliberalism: Rethinking Autonomy At The Edges Of Empire, Karen Hébert, Diana Mincyte

Publications and Research

Across scholarly and popular accounts, self-reliance is often interpreted as either the embodiment of individual entrepreneurialism, as celebrated by neoliberal designs, or the basis for communitarian localism, increasingly imagined as central to environmental and social sustainability. In both cases, self-reliance is framed as an antidote to the failures of larger state institutions or market economies. This paper offers a different framework for understanding self-reliance by linking insights drawn from agrarian studies to current debates on alternative economies. Through an examination of the social worlds of semisubsistence producers in peripheral zones in the Global North, we show how everyday forms of …

Studies On The Stability And Compatibility Of Cytotoxic Drug Infusions With The Tevadaptor Device, Gj Sewell, M Massimini

School of Health Professions

Introduction: The role of closed-system drug transfer devices (CSDTD) in the preparation of cytotoxic infusions has attracted considerable interest in recent years. The use of such devices can subject drug infusions to contact with the materials used to construct the CSDTD, with potential implications for compatibility and stability of the drug. This study investigated the stability and compatibility of 11 frequently used cytotoxic drug infusions with the Tevadaptor device. Methods: Test infusions of 11 cytotoxic drugs at clinically-relevant concentrations were prepared in either prefilled syringes (5) or infusion bags (6) and were stored under controlled conditions. The syringes and bags …

Finite Element Modelling Of Residual Stresses In Shot-Peened Steam Turbine Blades, M Newby, Mn James, Dg Hattingh

School of Engineering, Computing and Mathematics

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Active Authentication For Mobile Devices Utilising Behaviour Profiling, Fudong Li, Nathan Clarke, Maria Papadaki, Paul Dowland

School of Engineering, Computing and Mathematics

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Weld Residual Stresses Near The Bimetallic Interface In Clad Rpv Steel: A Comparison Between Deep-Hole Drilling And Neutron Diffraction Data, Mn James, M Newby, P Doubell, Dg Hattingh, K Serasli, Dj Smith

School of Engineering, Computing and Mathematics

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Deficiency Of Sphingosine-1-Phosphate Lyase Impairs Lysosomal Metabolism Of The Amyloid Precursor Protein, I Karaca, Iy Tamboli, K Glebov, J Richter, Lh Fell, Mo Grimm, Vj Haupenthal, T Hartmann, Mh Gräler, Echten-Deckert G Van, J Walter

Peninsula Medical School

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Mental Retardation And The Death Penalty: The Need For An International Standard Defining Mental Retardation, Allison Freedman

Faculty Scholarship

I. INTRODUCTION

Within the international community, there is a consensus against the imposition of the death penalty on individuals with mental retardation. The United States Supreme Court and several international human rights bodies have recognized that individuals with mental retardation should not be subject to the death penalty. Additionally, most countries maintain that individuals who are insane or mentally retarded are shielded from execution. However, reports of individuals with mental retardation who are facing the death penalty continue to surface.

One reason for this may be the lack of an international standard defining mental retardation. There is currently great variation …

Introduction To The Bible, Margaret Alminana

Syllabus Repository

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Corinthians, Melissa Archer

Syllabus Repository

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I & Ii Corinthians, Steven M. Fettke

Syllabus Repository

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Epistle Of Hebrews, Melissa Archer Dr.

Syllabus Repository

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The Obesity Prevalence Of The Students Between The Ages Of 5-19 In Kütahya, Mehmet Kaya, Ayli̇n Sayan, Mustafa Bi̇ri̇nci̇, Mevlüt Yildiz, Kami̇l Türkmen

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

To determine the prevalence of obesity among students between the ages of 5 and 19 in Kütahya, and to determine the factors associated with obesity prevalence. Materials and methods: The population in the survey was formed of students between the ages of 5 and 19 in the schools of Kütahya. Within the scope of this survey, obesity was evaluated in accordance with the percentile values indicated in a study on the body weight and height, head circumference, and body mass index reference values of Turkish children that was published in 2008. Results: It was determined that 6.5% of the students …

Distal Radius Measurements And Efficacy Of Fixed-Angle Locking Volar Plates, İsmai̇l Ağir, Mahmut Nedi̇m Ayteki̇n, Fati̇h Küçükdurmaz, Onur Başci, Ci̇hangi̇r Teti̇k

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

For surgical treatment of unstable distal radius fractures, fixed-angled locking volar plate fixation is becoming popular nowadays because of some advantages over other surgical techniques. In this article, we discuss the fitting of fixed-angle locking volar plates to the distal radius in relation to the changes in the distal radial angles. Materials and methods: First, we took conventional radiography images of 18 dried radii and later we measured the palmar subchondral angle, dorsal subchondral angle, mid-subchondral angle, and palmar cortical angle using lateral radiography. Results: According to the measurements, the volar subchondral angles (alpha) ranged from 10.2° to 28.1°, the …

Protective Roles Of Cimin Grape Tissues On Oxidative Stress Markers In The Cellular System Model, Hüseyi̇n Avni̇ Uydu, Ari̇fe Pinar Eki̇nci̇, Mehtap Atak, Adem Demi̇r

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

To analyze the phenolic composition of the Cimin grape, which is 1 of 2 grape varieties with a protected geographical indication in Turkey and is used locally to treat the symptoms of some disorders such as impotence and cardiovascular diseases, and to investigate its antioxidant potency against oxidant mediators in the models of intra- and extracellular surroundings. Materials and methods: Cimin grape samples were classified into 5 groups according to the grape's tissues and the extraction solvents used. Free radical scavenging (DPPH) and antilipid peroxidation product [thiobarbituric acid reactive substance (TBARS) and conjugated diene (CD)] levels of the grape tissues …

Choroidal Thickness In Healthy Turkish Subjects, Erol Coşkun, Seydi̇ Okumuş, Bülent Gürler, Ramazan Yayuspayi, Burak Ören, Erdal Kaydu, Ayşegül Çömez, İbrahi̇m Erbağci

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

To investigate choroidal thickness in healthy Turkish subjects. Materials and methods: Refraction, axial length (AXL) measurement, anterior chamber, and fundus examinations were performed. Eyes that had any retinal or choroidal pathology were excluded from the study. Enhanced-depth imaging optical coherence tomography was used to evaluate choroidal thickness. Results: 139 eyes from 70 subjects were investigated. The mean age, AXL, spherical equivalent refractive error (SE), and subfoveal choroidal thickness (SCT) were 34.7 ± 12.7 years, 23.31 ± 0.91 mm, -0.15 ± 1.64 diopters (D), and 326 ± 60 µm, respectively. A negative correlation was found between SCT and AXL (P = …

Bone Mineral Density And Vitamin D Status In Children And Adolescents With Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia, Fatma Demi̇rel, Özlem Kara, Derya Tepe, İhsan Esen

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

To determine the prevalence of and risk factors for decreased bone mineral density (BMD) and vitamin D deficiency in children and adolescents with congenital adrenal hyperplasia (CAH). Materials and methods: This study was conducted on 30 girls and 22 boys with CAH (age range = 5-20 years) with median age of 12.0 years. BMD values of lumbar vertebras (L1-L4), which were determined by dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry, were used to calculate z-scores according to chronological age. A serum 25-hydroxyvitamin D level of

Liver Enzymes, Mean Platelet Volume, And Red Cell Distribution Width In Gestational Diabetes, Serpi̇l Erdoğan, Özhan Özdemi̇r, Halef Okan Doğan, Sevi̇lay Sezer, Cemal Reşat Atalay, Fatma Meri̇ç Yilmaz, Yüksel Koca

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

To investigate the value of measuring liver enzymes, red cell distribution width (RDW), and mean platelet volume (MPV) in predicting the development of gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM). Materials and methods: The medical records of all pregnant women followed by the obstetrics clinic between January 2010 and November 2012 were systematically evaluated, and patients with a diagnosis of GDM were identified. A total of 68 patients with GDM and 61 healthy controls were included in the study. Results of relevant laboratory parameters were recorded. Results: Out of all the parameters evaluated, mean values for platelet distribution width (PDW) and mean activities …

Epistaxis In Geriatric Patients, Alper Yüksel, Hani̇fi̇ Kurtaran, Ekrem Sai̇d Kankiliç, Nebi̇l Ark, Kadri̇ye Şeri̇fe Uğur, Mehmet Gündüz

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

Epistaxis is a common emergency in otolaryngology. The aim of this study is to analyze the etiology, management, and accompanying disorders of epistaxis in geriatric patients by reviewing the literature Materials and methods: Data of 117 patients 65 years old and older who presented to the Department of Otorhinolaryngology with active epistaxis between 2004 and 2010 were retrospectively reviewed. Records were evaluated for age, sex, accompanying disorders, drug medication, detailed otorhinolaryngological findings, and management of epistaxis. Results: There were 67 women (57.26%) and 50 men (42.74%) with a mean age of 73.51 years (range: 65–90). Ninety-four (80.34%) patients had accompanying …

Indoor Air Quality In Primary Schools In Keçiören, Ankara, Mustafa Alparslan Babayi̇ği̇t, Bi̇lal Bakir, Ömer Faruk Tekbaş, Recai̇ Oğur, Abdullah Kiliç, Serdar Ulus

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

To increase the awareness of environmental risk factors by determining the indoor air quality status of primary schools. Materials and methods: Indoor air quality parameters in 172 classrooms of 31 primary schools in Keçiören, Ankara, were examined for the purpose of assessing the levels of air pollutants (CO, CO_2, SO_2, NO_2, and formaldehyde) within primary schools. Results: Schools near heavy traffic had a statistically significant mean average of CO and SO_2 (P < 0.05). The classrooms that had more than 35 students had higher and statistically significant averages of CO_2, SO_2, NO_2, and formaldehyde compared to classrooms that had fewer than 35 students (P < 0.05). Of all classrooms, 29% had 100 CFU/100 mL and higher concentrations of microorganisms, which were not pathogens. Conclusion: Indoor air quality management should continually be maintained in primary schools for the prevention and control of acute and chronic diseases, particularly considering biological and chemical pollution.

Assessment Of Left Ventricular Function By Strain–Strain Rate Echocardiography In Patients With Celiac Disease, Cenk Sari, Ayli̇n Demi̇rezer Bolat, Fatma Ebru Akin, Ni̇hal Akar Bayram, Sevi̇l Özer Sari, Serdal Baştuğ, Emi̇ne Bi̇len, Hüseyi̇n Ayhan, Telat Keleş, Tahi̇r Durmaz, Osman Ersoy, Engi̇n Bozkurt

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

Celiac is predominantly a disease of the small intestine characterized by chronic malabsorption in genetically susceptible individuals who ingest grains containing gluten, such as wheat, barley, and rye. In the present study, we evaluate left ventricular function in patients with celiac disease by using strain and strain rate echocardiography imaging. Materials and methods: Twenty celiac patients and 20 healthy controls were included in this study. Left ventricle systolic and diastolic functions were evaluated with standard 2-dimension, M-mode, conventional Doppler echocardiography. Strain and strain rate parameters were obtained for 8 segments of the left ventricle. Results: There were no significant differences …

Cystatin C As Biomarker Of Contrast-Induced Nephropathy In Pediatric Cardiac Angiography, Osman Özdemi̇r, Ayşe Deni̇z Oğuz, Abdülkadi̇r Eren, Ci̇hat Şanli, Hüsnü Oğuz Söylemezoğlu, Ayşe Banu Çayci

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

The purpose of this study is to find the frequency of contrast-induced nephropathy (CIN) and to show the risk factors in the development of CIN and the diagnostic utility of serum cystatin C (CysC) and serum and urine neutrophil gelatinase-associated lipocalin (NGAL) during childhood following cardiac angiography. Materials and methods: In this prospective study, we studied 46 children with congenital heart disease. The levels of serum creatinine, serum CysC, and serum NGAL were measured at 4, 24, and 48 h, while levels of urine NGAL and urine creatinine were measured at 4 to 8 and 48 h following cardiac angiography. …

Evaluation Of Hepatocellular Carcinoma With Computed Tomography Perfusion Imaging, Ümmügülsüm Bayraktutan, Abdulmeci̇t Kantarci, Hayri̇ Oğul, Yeşi̇m Kizrak, Ömer Özyi̇ği̇t, Zeyneb Yüceler, Berhan Genç, Bünyami̇ Özoğul

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

To evaluate the role of computed tomography (CT) perfusion imaging in patients with hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC). Materials and methods: Seventeen patients (9 men, 8 women) with newly diagnosed HCC, proven by biopsy, were evaluated with 256-slice helical CT. Perfusion parameters of blood flow (BF), blood volume (BV), arterial perfusion (AP), portal perfusion (PP), and hepatic perfusion index (HPI) were calculated in the normal liver parenchyma and HCC samples. Results: A total of 21 histologically proven HCC lesions were evaluated from CT perfusion images. BF, BV, AP, and HPI values were shown to be significantly higher (P < 0.05) in the HCC lesions than in the normal liver parenchyma. Conversely, PP values were found to be significantly lower (P < 0.05) in HCC relative to liver parenchyma. Conclusion: CT perfusion imaging has the ability to evaluate tumor assessment, characterization, and neoangiogenesis in HCC.

Intrathoracic Castleman Disease, Pinar Biçakçioğlu, Seli̇m Şaki̇r Erkmen Gülhan, Leyla Nesri̇n Acar, Yetki̇n Ağaçkiran, Şeref Özkara, Sadi̇ Kaya, Nuretti̇n Karaoğlanoğlu

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

To analyze patients with Castleman disease who were diagnosed by surgery. Materials and methods: We retrospectively investigated the postoperative pathological records of operations performed between January 1992 and December 2012 in our hospital. Files of 19 patients with the diagnosis of Castleman disease were analyzed. Results: There were 13 male and 6 female patients with a mean age of 40.1 ± 11.4 (range: 20-57) years. Fifteen thoracotomies and 3 video-assisted thoracoscopies, 12 on the right side and 6 on the left side, and 1 mediastinoscopy were performed. Biopsies and mass excisions were performed in 2 and 17 cases, respectively. Histopathological …

Mefv Mutation Frequency And Effect On Disease Severity In Ankylosing Spondylitis, Yüksel Maraş, Ali̇ Akdoğan, Bünyami̇n Kisacik, Levent Kiliç, Engi̇n Yilmaz, Abdurrahman Tufan, Umut Kalyoncu, Şazi̇ye Şule Apraş Bi̇lgen, Sedat Ki̇raz, Ali̇ İhsan Ertenli̇, Meral Çalgüneri̇

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

To define the frequency of familial Mediterranean fever gene (MEFV) mutations in ankylosing spondylitis (AS) and describe different clinical aspects of MEFV mutation carrier and noncarrier AS patients. Materials and methods: In 112 AS patients, Bath Ankylosing Spondylitis Disease Activity Index (BASDAI) and Bath Ankylosing Spondylitis Functional Index (BASFI) scores were calculated. The frequencies of 12 different MEFV mutations were studied by multiplex polymerase chain reaction/reverse hybridization method and were compared to those of previously studied healthy controls for 5 common MEFV mutations. Results: MEFV mutations were identified in 46 of 224 (20%) alleles and in 39 (35%) of AS …

The Association Of Nocturia With Sleep Disorders And Metabolic And Chronic Pulmonary Conditions: Data Derived From The Polysomnographic Evaluations Of 730 Patients, Si̇bel Ayik, Kaan Bal, Gali̇p Akhan

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

To evaluate the prevalence of nocturia among different degrees of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) and its association with various clinical conditions. Materials and methods: In 730 OSA patients, the prevalence and frequency of nocturia was determined, and the association of nocturia with clinical and laboratory variables such as the apnea-hypopnea index (AHI), apnea duration, and minimum oxygen saturation and clinical conditions such as diabetes mellitus, coronary heart disease, and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) was determined. Results: The overall prevalence of nocturia (>=2 wakes/night) was 50.9%. Prevalences of nocturia in simple snoring and mild, moderate, and severe OSA patients …

Thromboelastography In The Evaluation Of Coagulation Disorders In Patients With Sepsis, Yeli̇z Kiliç, İsmet Topçu, Hamza Bambal, Melek Çi̇vi̇

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

Unbalanced hemostasis and disseminated intravenous coagulopathy serve as key participants in organ dysfunction and disability. In this study we evaluated the coagulation profiles of patients diagnosed with systemic inflammatory syndrome (SIRS)-sepsis and multiple organ dysfunction syndrome. We also researched coagulation in sepsis by comparing thromboelastography (TEG) data with those of nonsepsis patients to determine the usefulness of the TEG device. Materials and methods: Data were collected from 55 anesthesiology and surgery intensive care unit (ICU) patients: 21 with SIRS-sepsis (Group S) and 34 patients without SIRS-sepsis (Group C). Blood samples were taken upon admission to the ICU (t1) and on …