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Socio-Economic Assessing Of Researchers Perceptions And Farmers Willingness To Adopt Silage Technology In Palestine-West Bank, Y. Istaitih, S. Alsadi, A. Elrashidi, Mohammad Kanan, Abdalmuttaleb Al-Sartawi, Jihad Asad

Information Sciences Letters

In this paper the animal breeder in Palestine has many challenges including high feed prices, high-cost input, low-quality pasture, limited access to rangeland with high quality, and high cost of feed. In Tubas and Tulkarm areas, extensive irrigated agriculture is dominant. Large quantities of agricultural by-products are wasted. As one of the important interventions to decrease feeding costs, the study focused on silage technology adoption from the view of researchers and farmers. It meant using these agricultural by-products to make them beneficial and eatable for the animal. On the one hand, we removed these by-products from the environment and second, …

Prevalence Of Post-Liver Transplant Complications And Nash-Related Cirrhosis In Postmenopausal Women, Natalia Salinas Parra, Michelle Schafer, Heather M. Ross, John Bruckbauer, Brian Yan, Sarah L. Chen, Adnan Khan Do, Danielle M. Tholey, Dina Halegoua-De Marzio

Student Papers, Posters & Projects

INTRODUCTION AND OBJECTIVES: Compared to premenopausal women, postmenopausal women are at greater risk of developing NAFLD and NASH, two common indications for liver transplantation (LT). We aim to determine the prevalence of NASH-related cirrhosis in postmenopausal women from a cohort of LT patients and investigate their post-LT complications.

MATERIALS AND METHODS: Chart review of 1200 LT patients from 2002-2020 was performed. Postmenopausal women were defined as women over 51 and compared to a control group of men over 51. Prevalence of LT indications was determined. Subgroup analysis assessed cardiovascular disease risk. BMI and ASCVD risk scores were calculated at the …

Measuring The Phytochemical Richness Of Meat: Effects Of Grass/Grain Finishing Systems And Grapeseed Extract Supplementation On The Fatty Acid And Phytochemical Content Of Beef, Lucas Krusinski, Isabella C. F. Maciel, Stephan Van Vliet, Muhammad Ahsin, Guanqi Lu, Jason E. Rowntree, Jenifer I. Fenton

Nutrition, Dietetics, and Food Sciences Faculty Publications

Grass-finished beef (GFB) can provide beneficial bioactive compounds to healthy diets, including omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids (n-3 PUFAs), conjugated linoleic acid (CLA), and secondary bioactive compounds, such as phytochemicals. The objective of this study was to compare fatty acids (FAs), micronutrients, and phytochemicals of beef fed a biodiverse pasture (GRASS), a total mixed ration (GRAIN), or a total mixed ration with 5% grapeseed extract (GRAPE). This was a two-year study involving fifty-four Red Angus steers (n = 54). GFB contained higher levels of n-3 PUFAs, vitamin E, iron, zinc, stachydrine, hippuric acid, citric acid, and succinic …

Anticoagulant Drug-Drug Interactions With Cannabinoids: A Systematic Review, Maureen A. Smythe, Wendy Wu, Candice L. Garwood

Department of Pharmacy Practice

Introduction

This systematic review evaluates the extent to which the effect of anticoagulants may be altered in the presence of cannabinoids.

Methods

The following databases were searched: EMBASE, PubMed, Web of Science, Scopus, PscycINFO, and CINAHL from database inception through May 2023. Search terms included cannabis AND anticoagulant AND drug interactions, and related key words. The major outcome was hemorrhage or thrombosis and if available, the relative change in quantitative intensity of anticoagulation after cannabinoid exposure.

Results

The search generated 959 citations. After removal of 440 duplicates, 519 citations were screened. Overall, with the exception of warfarin, evidence supporting an …

Research Staff Covid-19 Pandemic Survey-Results From The Prevention And Early Treatment Of Acute Lung Injury (Petal) Network, Jasreen Gill, Andrew Bissonette, Andrew Cook, Jacqueline Day, Sheri Renaud, Gordon Jacobsen, Kristine Nelson, Lori-Ann Kozikowski, Namita Jayaprakash, Jayna Gardner-Gray, Jennifer Swiderek, Cathryn F. Oldmixon, Nancy J. Ringwood, Robert L. Sherwin, Mark D. Williams, Arielle H. Gupta, Nicholas J. Johnson, Robert C. Hyzy, Pauline K. Park, Emanuel Rivers

Emergency Medicine Articles

Objectives: There is a lack of knowledge about the challenges of researchers who continued in-person research during the early phases of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Design: Electronic survey assessing work-related exposure to COVID-19, logistical challenges, and procedural changes during the first year of the COVID-19 pandemic on clinical research.

Setting: National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute-sponsored Prevention and Early Treatment of Acute Lung Injury Clinical Trial Network Centers.

Subjects: Research staff at research Network Sites. Measurements and Main

Results: The 37-question survey was completed by 277 individuals from 24 states between 29 September 2020, and 12 December 2020, yielding a response …

The Montclarion, September 23, 2023, The Montclarion

The Montclarion

Student Newspaper of Montclair State University

The Experiences Of Lgbtqia+ Health Sciences Students: A Content Analysis Of Health Sciences Education Journals, Julie H. Schiavo

Library Faculty Publications

2023 Joint Chapter Meeting : South Central Chapter (SCC)/Southern Chapter (SC), New Orleans, LA, September 21-26, 2023

Evaluation Of Oxidative Status, Potassium, Magnesium, And Lipid Profile In Serum Of Patients With Β-Thalassemia Major, Thi-Qar, Iraq., Ahmed Jaber Ibrahim, Arwa H. M. Al–Saeed

Maaen Journal for Medical Sciences

Beta thalassemia major () is one of the more prevalent hereditary diseases in the globe due to a deficiency of globin chains. It is associated with lipid abnormalities, electrolytes, and oxidative stress that can lead to potentially fatal complications. The current study included 100 patients diagnosed with in an age group of 2-18 years compared to 80 healthy subjects. The current study included evaluating Complete blood count (CBC), iron status, lipid profile, potassium, and magnesium. Also, Oxidative status represented by Superoxide dismutase (SOD), Catalase (CAT), and Nitric oxide (NO) were investigated. The finding of this study included a significant increase …

The Student Movement Volume 108 Issue 2: World Changers Assemble!, Colin Cha, Grace No, Savannah Tyler, Lexie Dunham, Aiko J. Ayala Rios, Madison Vath, Jonathan Clough, Andrew Francis, Reagan Westerman, Daena Holbrook, Alyssa Caruthers, Wambui Karanja, Nicole Compton-Gray, Scott Moncrieff

The Student Movement v. 108 (2023-2024)

HUMANS

Meet Pastor Taurus Montgomery, Colin Cha

Uniting AULA with Sofia Oudri, Grace No

World Changers Take On Changing the World, Savannah Tyler

ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT

Bewitched: An Album for the Fall Season, Lexie Dunham

Music Notes for Change Day, Aiko J. Ayala Rios

Processing Through Poetry: Raw & Real, Madison Vath

NEWS

Being Unstoppable: AU Fall Week of Prayer, Jonathan Clough

FIBA Games Spark Questions for Competing Nations Ahead of the '24 Summer Olympics, Andrew Francis

Honors' Agape Feast Starts New Year of Faith and Fellowship, Andrew Francis

IDEAS

A Life Worth Living, Reagan Westerman

The Victoria's Secret Fashion …

Play Like A Girl, Get Paid Like A… Man?, Amanda M. Malool

UNH Sports Law Review

No abstract provided.

Volume Cxliii, Number 1, September 22, 2023, Lawrence University

The Lawrentian

No abstract provided.

A Pilot Study Evaluating The Prefeasibility Of A Behavioral Weight Loss Program In People With Multiple Sclerosis., Julia S. Cozart, Amanda S. Bruce, Christie Befort, Catherine Siengsukon, Sharon G. Lynch, Stephanie Punt, Stephen Simon, Robin P. Shook, Joanie Huebner, Taylor Bradish, Jade Robichaud, Jared M. Bruce

Manuscripts, Articles, Book Chapters and Other Papers

Weight loss interventions seldom include individuals with neurologic disease. The aims of the present study were to: 1) develop and assess the prefeasibility of a 6-month telehealth behavioral weight loss program for people with multiple sclerosis (MS) and obesity and 2) examine changes in weight loss (primary outcome), physical activity, and fruit/vegetable consumption at follow-up. Participants with obesity and MS engaged in a 24-week weight loss program. Participants followed established diet, exercise, and self-monitoring guidelines and attended weekly online group meetings. Median percentage weight loss was 10.54 % (SD = 7.19). Participants who adhered more closely to the self-monitoring …

Characterization Of Oral Pathogen, Filifactor Alocis, And Its Virulence Factors That Contribute To The Progression Of Periodontitis., Ian J. Snider

The Cardinal Edge

No abstract provided.

Self Determination Theory And Health Behavior Interventions, Anna T. Simpson

The Cardinal Edge

Physical and mental health contribute to a person’s overall sense of well-being. People generally want to live happy and healthy lives, so they make decisions that will increase their well-being. Many factors contribute to our health, but health behavior is something we can modify. Health behavior interventions aim to promote healthy choices and a sense of well-being in patients. Interventions have a theoretical basis that influences the design of the intervention. Public health interventions have used self-determination theory (SDT) and its components to guide interventions that promote health behavior change in various populations. This paper will seek to understand the …

Intraprofessional Education In Allied Health And Nursing Curricula, Kayla Galvan, Dianna Lunsford

Internet Journal of Allied Health Sciences and Practice

Abstract

Purpose: Throughout all healthcare systems, healthcare workers collaborate interprofessionally and intraprofessionally. Studies show that successful teamwork within a healthcare team leads to an increase in patient satisfaction and outcomes. The purpose of this scoping review is to explore and examine the literature on allied health and nursing intraprofessional education and determine best approaches for educators to successfully implement intraprofessional education in allied health and nursing curriculums. Method: A literature search was conducted between July 7, 2022 through July 9, 2022. The Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-analyses Extension for Scoping Reviews (PRISMA- ScR) was used for this …

The Effectiveness Of Serotonin And Tricyclic Antidepressants In Tinnitus Management: A Rapid Review, Dr. Emilie Vos, Dr. Nannette Nicholson, Melinda Johnson, Dr. Karah Gottschalk

Internet Journal of Allied Health Sciences and Practice

Background: Tinnitus can be defined as a health condition characterized by the perception of sound, either in the head and/or ears, in the absence of any external acoustic stimulus. Perception is often quantified by self-report, or the use of patient reported outcome measures (PROMs). The purpose of this rapid review was to evaluate the level and quality of evidence regarding the use of serotonin and norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SNRI), selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRI), and tricyclic antidepressants as measured by tinnitus patient-reported outcome measures (PROMs) and/or Visual Analog Scales (VAS). Methods: The Cochrane Rapid Review guidelines were followed. The PICO …

Factors Affecting The Use Of Vestibular/Balance Screening Measures In Audiologists And Physical Therapists In Patients Reporting Dizziness, Alexandria W. Greene, Ashley G. Flagge, Nicholas S. Stanley

Internet Journal of Allied Health Sciences and Practice

Purpose: Vestibular/balance screeners can improve the efficiency of the diagnostic process. Despite prior literature illustrating the importance of screeners, research suggests that many professionals do not utilize screening protocols. Methods: Thirty-two audiologists and thirty-four physical therapists completed an electronic survey with questions regarding the use of screeners and the referral process. The survey examined variables surrounding the use of vestibular/balance screeners among audiologists and physical therapists, including frequency of use, commonly used screeners, and factors affecting the use or non-use of screeners. Results: Physical therapists utilized vestibular/balance screeners statistically more often and used a larger variety of screeners compared to …

Risk Factors Of Hypertension And Association With Familial Factors Among Patients Attending A State Hospital In South-Western Nigeria, Ismaheel A. Azeez, Banke I. Yusuf, Magbagbeola D. Dairo

Internet Journal of Allied Health Sciences and Practice

Purpose: This study aimed to assess the determinants of hypertension and its association with familiar factors among patients attending a specialist hospital in Nigeria. Methods: This was a cross-sectional study of 350 patients recruited from the general outpatient clinic of the hospital with computer-generated simple random sampling techniques. Data were analysed by SPSS version 23. Correlation analysis and chi-square tests were used to determine the association of relevant variables. Poisson regression was used to assess the predictors of the number of days of physical activities per week. Linear regression and logistic regressions were done to determine the determinants of hypertension. …

Biochar Performances As Drug-Carrier Of Bioactive Molecules Used For Intestinal Disease Treatment, David Chiaramonti, Michaela Luconi, David Casini, Damiano Stefanucci, Andrea Maria Rizzo, Giulia Lotti

Bio-Char III: Production, Characterization and Applications

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Issue 427: September 21-October 5, 2023, The Local Voice

The Local Voice

No abstract provided.

September 2023 Academic Affairs Minutes, University Of Nebraska At Kearney Academic Affairs Committee

Academic Affairs Committee Minutes

No abstract provided.

Gardner-Webb School Of Divinity Hosts Leader Of Rural Development Coalition On Oct. 2-3, Office Of University Communications

Gardner-Webb NewsCenter Archive

The Rev. Dr. K. Jason Coker, a leader in the Cooperative Baptist Fellowship, will be the featured speaker for the Mary Washburn Wilson Lectures on Oct 2 and 3. The School of Divinity is hosting the event each day at 1 p.m. in Dover Chapel. Both programs are free and open to the public.

Lifestyle Medicine For The Advanced Practice Nurse, Josie Bidwell

General Webinars

During this presentation, the advanced practice nurse will be introduced to the six pillars of lifestyle medicine including the scientific evidence to support the utilization of these pillars in the prevention, treatment, and/or reversal of chronic disease. Additionally, the advanced practice nurse will learn how to incorporate lifestyle assessments and prescriptions into their current practice. This webinar is being presented by the American College of Lifestyle Medicine.

Learning Outcomes:

- Describe the six pillars of lifestyle medicine.

- Discuss the scientific evidence to support the utlilization of these pillars in the prevention, treatment, and/or reversal of chronic disease.

- Understand …

A Uplc-Ms/Ms Based Rapid, Sensitive, And Non-Enzymatic Methodology For Quantitation Of Dietary Isoflavones In Biological Fluids, Faraz Rashid, Sudeep Ghimire, Ashutosh K. Mangalam, Shailendra Giri

Neurology Articles

Dietary isoflavones, a type of phytoestrogens, have gained importance owing to their health-promoting benefits. However, the beneficial effects of isoflavones are mediated by smaller metabolites produced with the help of gut bacteria that are known to metabolize these phytoestrogenic compounds into Daidzein and Genistein and biologically active molecules such as S-Equol. Identifying and measuring these phytoestrogens and their metabolites is an important step towards understanding the significance of diet and gut microbiota in human health and diseases. We have overcome the reported difficulties in quantitation of these isoflavones and developed a simplified, sensitive, non-enzymatic, and sulfatases-free extraction methodology. We have …

The Current - Volume 34 Issue 2, Nova Southeastern University

Student Newspapers

No abstract provided.

Can School-Based Physical Activity Interventions Be Effective Without A Facilitator? A Step-Back Approach To School-Based Intervention Delivery, Yvonne Larrissa O’Byrne, Joan Dineen, Tara Coppinger

Publications

Irish children’s physical activity (PA) levels are below national guidelines. Schools are an ideal setting to promote PA but it remains challenging. This study evaluates the effectiveness of a step-back approach to Project Spraoi (PS); a facilitator (Energizer) led school-based PA intervention. Each Energizer in year one had 2 contact days per week with all classes (n = 11). A ‘step-back’ progression, with 50% less Energizer contact time, in year two and no Energizer contact in year three, was adopted. Objectively measured PA and cardiorespiratory fitness (CRF) were measured annually with the same children (n = 85). Stakeholders …

Examining The Role Of Urban Policy, Built Environment, And Physical Activity In Mexico City, Eugen Resendiz Bontrud

Brown School Graduate Student Theses and Dissertations

Over the past three decades, Latin America has undergone major demographic, lifestyle, and epidemiological transitions. These rapid transitions are relevant contributors to social and health inequities in the region. Physical inactivity is a known risk factor for several adverse health outcomes, including Type 2 diabetes, coronary heart disease, and site-specific cancers (breast, ovarian, endometrial, and colon). Latin America has the highest prevalence of physical inactivity among all global regions, with one in every three Latin Americans being physically inactive. Research exploring the link between urban policies, built environment characteristics, and physical activity has grown over the past two decades. Nevertheless, …

Knit-Mycelium Hybrids: Designing And Scaling Up With Bio Fabrication Systems Based On Mycocrete Injection In 3d Knitted Tubular Formworks, Romy Kaiser, Jane Scott, Martyn Dade-Robertson, Elise Elsacker

Textile Intersections Conference Series

This paper investigates the design potential of monolithically grown Mycelium-based Composites (MBCs) focusing on the integration of 3D knitted formworks within the fabrication process. Mycelium has gained attention as a sustainable, biodegradable, construction material with insulating, and self-healing capabilities. While there have been advancements in MBC, challenges remain in terms of structural complexity, stability, and design control at scale. Recent interest has emerged in digital fabrication methods and mould creation using textile logics and CNC knitting but fabricating mycelium within tubular soft moulds presents a lack of stability and uneven growth distribution. This, however, can be overcome by a novel …

Textile Intersections 2023: Exhibition Catalogue, Hanna Landin, Riikka Townsend, Bruna Petreca

Textile Intersections Conference Series

Catalogue of Textile Intersections 2023 Exhibition - Collaborations in Textiles Design Research

Growing Patterns: Textile Design With Living Pigments, Julia Moser, Karin Fleck, Irene Posch

Textile Intersections Conference Series

A turn towards the development of sustainable textile dyes moved new pigments into the centre of attention – the pigments metabolised by pigment-producing bacteria. In this paper, we present practice-based research that aims at expanding the field of textile dyeing with living bacteria through exploring possibilities for intentional pattern design. Experiments were guided by two research questions: RQ1: How can the use and combination of different textile fibres influence and enable textile pattern development with bacteria? RQ2: How can textile surface manipulation techniques be used for pattern design with living pigments? We show a series of 40 different samples that …