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Auris Health, Inc. V. Intuitive Surgical Operations: A New “Rigid Rule” For Patent Obviousness, Moawad, Jake

Santa Clara High Technology Law Journal

AURIS HEALTH, INC. V. INTUITIVE SURGICAL

OPERATIONS:

A NEW “RIGID RULE” FOR PATENT OBVIOUSNESS Auris Health, Inc. v. Intuitive Surgical Operations, Inc.,

32 F.4th 1154 (Fed. Cir. 2022)♦

Interprofessional Education For School-Based Settings, Brittney M. Mack

Theses and Dissertations

Teamwork is essential to provide quality services to individuals with disabilities (Morrison & Gleddie, 2019). Deficits across a variety of domains make interprofessional practice even more crucial (Dobbs-Oates & Morris, 2016). Interprofessional education (IPE) provides preprofessionals the opportunity to gain experience collaborating with various disciplines, better preparing them for interprofessional practice (Anderson et al., 2011; Ruebling, et al., 2014). Most IPE research has been completed with preprofessionals engaged in medical cases. The existing evidence for IPE in school-based settings is limited, which creates a gap for speech-language pathologists (SLPs) who are pursuing work in school-based settings. The first purpose of …

Efektifitas Perbedaan Konsentrasi Bap Terhadap Pertumbuhan Planlet Pisang Cavendish Dengan Teknik Thin Cells Layer, Hidayati Karamina, Edyson Indawan, Fila Isti Kumala Agustina

Jurnal Kultivasi

Pisang murupakan komoditi dengan produksi paling tinggi di antara buah-buahan lainnya. Salah satu pisang yang diminati ialah Pisang Cavendish (Musa acuminata L.), namun pembibitan secara konvensional kurang memenuhi permintaan pasar. Salah satu alternatif untuk meningkatkan jumlah bibit pisang Cavendish adalah dengan perbanyakan tanaman secara in vitro. Teknik thin cell layer (TCL) merupakan teknik dalam kultur jaringan dengan mengiris tipis bagian tanaman yang dapat memperbanyak jumlah tunas planlet pisang Cavendish. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui konsentrasi BAP yang cocok untuk pertumbuhan planlet pisang Cavendish dengan menggunakan teknik TCL. Penelitian ini menggunakan rancangan acak lengkap (RAL) dengan 5 perlakuan dan 5 ulangan. …

Rekayasa Budidaya Dan Penanganan Pascapanen Untuk Meningkatkan Kualitas Teh Indonesia Sebagai Minuman Fungsional Kaya Antioksidan, Intan Ratna Dewi Anjarsari

Jurnal Kultivasi

Teh sebagai minuman fungsional sejalan dengan tema hari keamanan pangan 2021 yang bertema Safe food today for a healthy tomorrow, yang menekankan bahwa produksi dan konsumsi produk pangan yang aman akan memiliki manfaat jangka panjang untuk kesehatan dan ekosistem untuk masa depan. Teh (Camelia sinensis L. (O.) Kuntze ) merupakan minuman yang kaya akan senyawa bioaktif berupa antioksidan yang baik untuk kesehatan. Tidak hanya sebagai penghilang dahaga, tetapi kini teh berkembang sebagai minuman fungsional yang berperan dalam aspek kesehatan. Jawa Barat sebagai produsen teh dengan produksi terbanyak di Indonesia tentunya memiliki potensi yang cukup besar dalam mengembangkan industri teh mulai …

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Development Of An Assessment And Prediction Framework For Bridge Expansion Joints, Abdelhay Badawy, Ossama A. Hosny, Hatem Elbehairy, Elkhayam M. Dorra

Faculty Journal Articles

Expansion joints (EJ)s are considered one of the weakest elements in bridges as their lifetime is considerably shorter than that of other elements. The objective of this research was to select an appropriate system for assessment and maintenance of bridges’ EJs. The system seeks to predict the conditions of EJs, with the aim of offering appropriate maintenance and repair strategies that extend their life spans. An EJ management system (EJMS) was developed that optimizes cost over time, targeting the optimum maintenance strategy for EJs, through visual inspections and a genetic algorithm to construct a unique Markov chain transition matrix capable …

Predictors Of Emotional Distress In Uveal Melanoma Survivors: A Systematic Review, C Davies, Sl Brown, P Fisher, L Hope-Stone, Et Al

School of Psychology

Uveal melanoma (UM) survivors can experience significant emotional distress, although the factors underpinning this are poorly understood. Systematic reviews of distress in UM only include cross-sectional studies, thereby limiting our understanding of causal factors. This review identified prospective clinical, demographic, social and psychological predictors of distress in UM survivors. A systematic search of the literature for English language prospective studies was conducted. Thirteen papers, reporting data from seven unique datasets were included in a narrative synthesis of the results. Younger age (3 studies from 3 datasets), physical health (including visual impairment, ocular symptoms, and other UM-related factors; 3 studies from …

Draft Final 2021 Unreclaimed Sites Sampling Ur-36 Site Evaluation Summary Report, Pioneer Technical Services, Inc.

Silver Bow Creek/Butte Area Superfund Site

No abstract provided.

Comments For The Butte Priority Soils Operable Unit, 2018 Unreclaimed Sites Sampling Ur- 09 Site Evaluation Summary Report (February 18, 2022), Nikia Greene

Silver Bow Creek/Butte Area Superfund Site

No abstract provided.

Exploring The Effects Of Witnessing Family Violence In Childhood Among South Asians In America, Chiroshri Bhattacharjee

Seton Hall University Dissertations and Theses (ETDs)

Incidents of domestic violence and its transgenerational impact within the South Asian community, although prevalent, are often dismissed as peripheral concerns due to various sociocultural and internalized psychological factors . This study explored the long-term effects of witnessing three types of interparental violence (psychological aggression, physical aggression, and injury) on participants’ self-esteem, attachment style, and conflict resolution abilities as adults. Cultural values conflict unique to the South Asian American community was used as a moderator to assess the relationship between participants’ self-esteem and degree of violence witnessed. Eighty-seven self-identified South Asian American women (age range = 20–40 years, M = …

Qualitative Interviews To Understand Health Care Providers’ Experiences Of Prescribing Licensed Peanut Oral Immunotherapy, Susan Laubach, Sarah M Donelson, Mohamed Yassine, Anna Nowak-Wegrzyn

Faculty, Staff and Students Publications

OBJECTIVE: This research sought to explore health care providers' (HCPs) experiences of delivering the first US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and European Commission (EC) approved peanut oral immunotherapy (peanut OIT; Palforzia). Semi-structured qualitative interviews with HCPs who had initiated treatment with ≥ 3 patients in the first nine months following FDA approval sought to identify challenges faced and successful implementation strategies.

RESULTS: Eight allergists and three nurse practitioners from eight sites based in the United States participated. The HCPs included in this research were motivated to implement this novel treatment, however, entered the process with some reservations. HCPs described …

Feeding Ecology Of Highly Migratory Epipelagic Offshore Predators In The Western North Atlantic Ocean, Rachel Lorraine Hildebrand

All HCAS Student Capstones, Theses, and Dissertations

Describing trophic ecology of top predators in marine ecosystems is key to understanding the dynamics of these environments. Feeding ecologies of large predatory fishes were assessed using a combination of stomach content and stable isotope analysis. The target species for this study inhabit the epipelagic ecosystem of the U.S. South Atlantic Bight in the western North Atlantic Ocean. The studied species included five tuna species, five billfish species, Common Dolphinfish, and Wahoo. The goal of this study was to describe and compare the trophic dynamics of each species. From these data, the trophic complex of the offshore pelagic ecosystem was …

Editorial: Expansion Of The Genetic Code: Unnatural Amino Acids And Their Applications, Subhendu Sekhar Bag, Ishu Saraogi, Jiantao Guo

Department of Chemistry: Faculty Publications

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Pro-Integration Policies And The Occupational Expectations Of Immigrant Youth, Volha Chykina

Jepson School of Leadership Studies articles, book chapters and other publications

Europe is experiencing heightened public attention toward anti-immigration policy reforms and restrictions. Despite the potential importance of these policy changes, we do not know whether these policies influence how immigrant children perceive their futures in their host countries. Employing secondary data analysis of the Program for International Student Assessment and the Migrant Integration Policy Index data, I show that a decrease in policy support for immigrant integration is associated with a decrease in how good of a job immigrant children expect to have when they are adults. Since students’ occupational expectations influence their eventual status attainment, this article shows that …

Inclusive Development For Social Integration : A Capability Approach To Youth-Oriented Active Labour Market Policies (Almps), Paul Ogwang Tulibaleka

Lingnan Theses (MPhil & PhD)

Sub-Saharan Africa is currently experiencing a youth bulge that is expected to continue growing for a few decades. Uganda, one of the countries with the highest youth population uses an approach that emphasises education and skills development (human capital approach) alongside promoting self-employment and youth entrepreneurship in response to the labour market and employment challenges experienced by the youth. In Uganda, vocational education and training (VET), youth entrepreneurship funds, job search assistance and career guidance address unemployment and the lack of required labour market skills. However, this approach emphasises education and skills, yet the youth are treated as a homogenous …

Promote Positive Mental Health Through Back-To-School Routines, Public Relations

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Study Shows Ppe Was Highly Effective Against Covid-19 In Emergency Department Workers, Alicia Rohan

Browse All News

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Usage Of University Library-Based Electronic Resources By Undergraduates At Adekunle Ajasin University Akungba –Akoko, Ondo State Nigeria, Ademola E. Olanusi, Ademola E. Olanusi, Ademola Edward

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

The study investigated the usage of university library-based electronic resources by undergraduates at Adekunle Ajasin University, Akungba Akoko, and Ondo State. Nigeria. The study design was a descriptive survey. Data was collected through questionnaires. The study population comprises undergraduates who visited the university electronic library during the 2020/2021 academic session. One hundred and fifty (150) copies of the questionnaire were administered, and 130 were retrieved giving a response rate of 86.7%.

The data were analyzed using frequency count and percentages. The findings of the study revealed that the majority of the respondents were female. The majority of the respondents use …

An Overview Of The Application Of Academic Social Networking Sites As Strategies For Enhancing Research Productivity Of Academics In Nigeria Universities, Ademola E. Olanusi, Ademola E. Olanusi

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

Purpose: The paper x-rayed the benefit and opportunities of academic social networking sites to academicians and researchers. The paper recommended that more funds should be injected into our public institutions and research centers across Nigeria, an alternative source of power supply, training, and re-training of academicians and researchers on the use of academic social networking sites.

Approach: the paper reviewed the literature to reveal the various types of academic social networking sites The literature reviewed factors militating against the use of academic social networking in Nigeria.

Findings: The paper showed that academic social networking sites play a key role in …

An Analysis Of The Photographs In Digital Archive Of Unesco, Parul Sen, Babita Jaiswal, Pratibha Shukla

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

The present study discussed the digitally archived photographs available in the digital archive section of the website of UNESCO. A total of 5048 photographs have been analyzed based on the topic, country, year, photographer's name, and the name of the person. It is found that digital archives are playing an important role to know about one’s culture, past events, and initiatives. Digital archives are advantageous over traditional archives as they can be preserved for a longer period whereas traditional archives have many drawbacks such as getting damaged by rain, moisture, fire, and natural disasters. Every event that is useful from …

Back Matter, Arianna Medina

Western Journal of Orthopaedics

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Front Matter, Arianna Medina

Western Journal of Orthopaedics

No abstract provided.

Reaming Errors In Intramedullary Nailing, Kathryn C. Helmig, Samer Kakish, Thomas A. Decoster

Western Journal of Orthopaedics

Reaming for intramedullary implants has biomechanical and biologic benefits. However, there are multiple potential pitfalls in the reaming process. Common errors in reaming for intramedullary implants include: over-reaming or under-reaming the intramedullary canal, reamer incarceration, using dull or narrow-fluted reamers, and poor technique. Being aware of these potential problems with reaming helps surgeons avoid intraoperative issues altogether or diagnose their causes as they arise, decrease complications, and improve efficiency in the operating room.

Knee Mechanics In The Golf Swing And The Potential Risk For Injury To The Anterior Cruciate Ligament And Other Structures: A Review, Jessica A. Nelson, Richard M. Wardell, Dustin L. Richter, Robert C. Schenck

Western Journal of Orthopaedics

The aim of this study is to review the current literature on knee biomechanics during the golf swing, focusing on angles, forces, and moments seen in both the lead and trail limbs. The golf swing is described in terms of the backswing, downswing, and follow-through. Studies consistently show that the directional torque changes in multiple planes, and that both lead and trail knees face significant forces throughout the swing. The high rotational forces and repetitive loads experienced by golfers’ knees pose a potential risk for injury. Fatigue failure to the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) has been postulated to occur from …

Foundations Of Intramedullary Femoral Shaft Fracture Fixation: Avoidance, Recognition, And Management Of Common Pitfalls, Christopher Kurnik, Jory Wasserburger, William Curtis, Tyler Chavez

Western Journal of Orthopaedics

Intramedullary nailing is an effective treatment of femoral shaft fractures. However, this procedure has several common complications and technical problems that can interfere with full recovery in some patients. The purpose of this review article is to expand on the literature with the authors’ own experiences to summarize the following common complications of femoral nailing: missed injuries, suboptimal surgical timing, malreduction, reaming errors, implant insertion errors, pain-management problems, and implant removal errors. Strategies are also identified to help avoid and manage these complications.

Trampoline Associated Non-Contact Fractures Of The Proximal Tibial Metaphysis In Children: A Systematic Review, Brad Bergin, Taylor Woolnough, Gwendolyn Lovsted Barch, Devin Peterson

Western Journal of Orthopaedics

Background: Pediatric injuries of the proximal tibial metaphysis associated with trampoline use are concerning, as they have been reported to spontaneously progress into valgus deformity. The aim of this study was to perform a systematic review of outcomes following fractures of the proximal tibial metaphysis that occur as the result of jumping, particularly on trampolines or inflatable structures, and to assess the incidence of progression to valgus deformity of the proximal tibia. It is hypothesized that this specific mechanism of injury does not result in any future deformity of the tibia. Methods: A duplicate, independent, and systematic search of Embase, …

Improving Accuracy Of Total Hip Arthroplasty Templating Considering Difffferences In Magnifification Of Preoperative X-Rays, Ryan J. Lubbe, Robert Mercer, Apostolos Dimitroulias, Benjamin J. Hansen

Western Journal of Orthopaedics

Background: The authors present a novel technical strategy in preoperative planning for templating total hip arthroplasty (THA), which involves the intraoperative measurement of the native femoral head as a guide for component sizing at different preoperative templating magnifications. Methods: Sixty-nine hips were templated using a magnification of 105.0%, 110.0%, and 115.0%. The native femoral head size was then measured intraoperatively and matched to the correlated head size at the specified preoperative templated magnification. Based on the specified magnification, the corresponding implants were then used as a starting point for component placement. Results: The authors found that measurement of the femoral …

Pediatric Supracondylar Humeral Fractures: Epidemiology And Mechanisms Of Injury During The Covid-19 Pandemicduring Pandemic, Dan Cohen, Jeffrey Kay, Mohammed Shehab, Darren De Sa

Western Journal of Orthopaedics

Background: The purpose of this study is to evaluate the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on activity restrictions in pediatric supracondylar humerus fractures in terms of both mechanism of injury and fracture patterns. Methods: This is a retrospective chart review of all patients presenting with types II-IV supracondylar humerus fractures during the Covid-19 pandemic compared to a non-pandemic cohort. Results: A total of 40 patients were included in the pandemic group with a mean age of 5.7 years, and 35 patients in the non-pandemic group with a mean age of 5.9 years. In the pandemic group, 5 (13.0%) fractures were …

Risk Factors For Reoperation Following Operative Fixation Of Distal Femur Fractures: A Report Of 73 Consecutive Cases, Aditya Desai, Victoria Oakes, John Pisquiy, Christopher Dodo, Ahmed A. Toreih, Wael Azzam, Amr Abdelgawad, Ahmed M. Thabet

Western Journal of Orthopaedics

Introduction: Various factors including patient demographics, fracture types, and fixation methods can affect the outcomes of distal femur fractures. This study aimed to analyze the risk factors for reoperation after operative fixation of these fractures. Methods: This was an institional review board (IRB) approved retrospective study of extra-articuilar, partial articular, and complete articular distal femur fractures treated with operative fixation at a Level I trauma center between 2008 and 2018. The study included a consecutive series of adult patients operatively treated for a distal femur fracture. The primary outcome was reoperation rate due to infection, non-union, or implant failure. Periprosthetic …

Adult Prevotella Denticola Digital Abscess With Citrobacter Freundii And Enterococcus Faecalis Superinfection: A Case Report, Austin Fagerberg, Dean W. Smith

Western Journal of Orthopaedics

Secondary to penetrating injuries, bacterial infections in the hand are well-reported and most frequently caused by gram-positive organisms. Although Staphylococcus and Streptococcus strains are the most common bacteria to infect the hand after an open injury, the musculoskeletal healthcare provider must be familiar with other potential infecting organisms when determining antibiotic coverage and management for the infected, traumatized hand. Prevotella denticola is a known colonizer of the gingiva and has been previously reported in oral and other systemic infections. Prevotella denticola may also present as a solitary pathogen or a participant in a mixed aerobic and anaerobic polymicrobial abscess. In …