Metabolic maturation of induced pluripotent stem cells derived cardiomyocytes by Lopez, C

“…<p>Cardiac metabolism and function are inherently linked, as substrate metabolism generates the energy needed for the heart to beat. …”

Circadian rhythm and misalignment in the pathogenesis of metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD): an experimental medicine approach by Marjot, T

“…The opening sections of this thesis summarise our existing understanding of the mechanisms driving MASLD, the anatomy and function of the circadian clock, and the links between circadian rhythm and metabolism. I then go on the report data from two bespoke experimental medicine clinical studies: The DECIMAL study (Defining Circadian Metabolism in MASLD) and the MIDNIGHT study (Metabolic Implications of Day and Night-shift working in NHS Healthcare Staff).…”

Engineering Mechanical Counter Pressure Spacesuits and Compression Garments: Active Pressurization and Design for Mobility by Kothakonda, Akshay

“…The process of estimating the optimum fabric pattern will be iterative and the resulting pattern may comprise of a composite of different fabric types with varying parameters. Mapping skin Lines of Non-Extension (LoNE’s) informs contours for inextensible cables in such a way that they do not impede movements. …”
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Investigating the neural substrates of Chinese character processing by Wu, Chiao-Yi

“…The research framework consisted of two levels: direct and converging evidence, through three lines of investigations. Study 1 and Study 2 provided direct evidence of the neural mechanisms for Chinese character processing. …”
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Instrumentation optimisation for unicompartmental knee replacement by Arthur, LW

“…Cementless OUKRs (1/15) had fewer tibial radiolucent lines compared to cemented (6/14) at 10 years.</p> <p>Bearing fractures, because of excessive polyethylene wear, have been reported with the Phase III OUKR. …”

The prospective associations of 24-hour movement behaviors and domain-specific activities with executive function and academic achievement among school-aged children in Singapore by Padmapriya, Natarajan, Bernard, Jonathan Y., Tan, Sarah Yi Xuan, Chu, Anne H. Y., Goh, Claire Marie Jie Lin, Tan, Shuen Lin, Shek, Lynette P., Chong, Yap Seng, Tan, Kok Hian, Chan, Shiao-Yng, Yap, Fabian, Godfrey, Keith M., Lee, Yung Seng, Meaney, Michael J., Eriksson, Johan G., Tan, Chuen Seng, Law, Evelyn C., Müller-Riemenschneider, Falk

“…Background: Physical activity (PA), sedentary behavior (SB), and sleep are collectively referred to as 24-h movement behaviors, which may be linked to cognitive development in children. However, most of the evidence was based on cross-sectional studies and/or solely relied on parent-reported information on children’s behaviors, and it remains uncertain whether all domains/contexts of PA and SB are similarly associated with executive function and academic achievement. …”
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Prospective associations between an empirically derived dietary pattern and life satisfaction in Malaysian adolescents by Magendiran, Mugambikai, Appannah, Geeta, Emi, Nor Aishah, Chin, Yit Siew, Mohd Shariff, Zalilah, Anuar Zaini, Azriyanti, Shamsuddin, Nurainul Hana, Suppiah, Subapriya, Saini, Suraini Mohamad, Thambiah, Subashini C., Ching, Siew Mooi

“…Similar RRR analysis was used to find a DP that best explained the variation in response variables linked to poorer life satisfaction, including dietary energy density (DED), fiber density, and percentage of energy from total fat and sugar at the PUTRA-Adol follow-up study. …”
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High cycle fatigue characterisation and modelling of 316L stainless steel processed by laser powder bed fusion by Zhang, Meng

“…In view of the ongoing efforts towards the development of standardised approaches for the determination of suitable processing conditions and part quality for L-PBF-processed parts, this PhD research aims to clarify links of the process-structure-property triad and develop methods for material property assessment. …”
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Cryogelation of human hair keratins by Chua, Huei Min

“…Nonetheless, conventional methods to translate HHK proteins into meaningful three-dimensional (3D) constructs often require chemical modifications or cross-linking additives. Such processing routes can be complicated and may compromise the resultant biocompatibility of the scaffolds. …”
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Investigation of digital twins and metaverse by Chow, Harry Yun Fatt

“…Being able to cut down labour hours by up to 80% not only addresses the issues of efficiency and cost linked to existing scan-to-BIM procedures but also establishes itself as a pioneering development in the field of BIM. …”
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Understanding the justifications for food policies through political theory: a method for public policy analysis by Thomas, O

“…In doing so, I identified a set of key elements linked to the justifications of public policies, namely: the role of culture in policy determination; questions of equity promotion; liberty and its potential infringement; and finally, paternalism in public health. …”

Developing optogenetics for use in vascular research by Rorsman, N

“…The cellular mechanism linking ChR2(H134R) opening with contraction of vascular SMCs was defined. …”

Prevalence of offering menopause hormone therapy among primary care doctors and its associated factors: a cross-sectional study by Low, Tiong Lim, Cheong, Ai Theng, Devaraj, Navin Kumar, Ismail, Rohayah

“…All PCDs provided services in government primary care clinics from the three states were invited through the doctor in charge of each clinic. An online survey links was provided for the participants to the self-administered questionnaire. …”
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ESBL and AmpC β-lactamase encoding genes in E. coli from pig and pig farm workers in Vietnam and their association with mobile genetic elements by Hounmanou, Yaovi Mahuton Gildas, Bortolaia, Valeria, Dang, Son Thi Thanh, Truong, Duong, Olsen, John E., Dalsgaard, Anders

“…The isolates carrying the plasmids, even those with plasmids of similar types, showed wide genetic variation with high number of SNPs, suggesting horizontal spread of plasmids into different clonal lines. Their virulence profiles did not confirm to known pathotypes, suggesting that unrelated commensals are a main reservoir for ESBL and AmpC β-lactamases in both humans and pigs. …”
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Artificial Intelligence in HCI : Second International Conference, AI-HCI 2021, held as part of the 23rd HCI International Conference, HCII 2021, Virtual event, July 24-29, 2021, Pr... by AI-HCI (Conference) (2nd : 2021 : Online), organiser 642919, Degen, Helmut, 1964-, editor 642920, Ntoa, Stavroula, editor 642921, International Conference on Human-Computer Interaction (23rd : 2021 : Online), organiser 642922

Carbon nanotube fence-wall for radio frequency isolation by Tan, Dunlin

“…Passive structures made of microstrip lines and via-fences were first designed using Ansys full wave solver HFSS. …”
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Overexpression of 4EBP1, p70S6K, Akt1 or Akt2 differentially promotes Coxsackievirus B3-induced apoptosis in HeLa cells by Xing, X., Huang, L., Li, X., Li, Z., Zhou, W., Tian, L., Chen, J., Chen, C., Ma, Xing, Yang, Z.

“…And then, we established the stable transfected cell lines. Next, after CVB3 infection, apoptosis in different groups was determined by flow cytometry; the expressions of Bim, Bax, caspase-9 and caspase-3 were examined by real-time fluorescence quantitative PCR and western blot analysis; the expression of CVB3 mRNA and viral capsid protein VP1 were also analyzed by real-time fluorescence quantitative PCR, western blot analysis and immunofluorescence, respectively. …”
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Space charge induced beam loss on a high intensity proton synchrotron by Pine, B

“…Beam will be lost on injection to a synchrotron and may be lost on extraction or in transfer lines. Non-linearities in the accelerator lattice can introduce driving terms for resonant beam behaviour. …”

3D printed magnetic digital microfluidics for biomedical applications by Kanitthamniyom, Pojchanun

“…Here, the detection of hepatitis B surface antigen using enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA) was demonstrated on the new platform for the potential diagnostics of hepatitis. …”
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Community noise measure via crowd sourcing by Lim, Yun Jie

“…Noise pollution is linked to a range of health problems that impairs health and worsens living standards, resulting in both intangible (psychological, health) and physical (financial) losses. …”
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