Thomas Kling: influences, contemporaries, successors. A study in poetic tradition / Thomas Kling: Einflüsse, Zeitgenossen, Nachfolger.... by Rakar, I

“…<p>Using the example of the German poet Thomas Kling (1957-2005), this thesis looks at poetic influence, tradition and the new. …”

Biomechanical investigation of traction forces on the cervical (neck/head region) spine by Ang, Lian Ann

“…It is believed that the relief of pain by traction is due to straightening of the cervical spine and a widening of the intervertebral articulating space to relieve compressive or irritative forces on the nervous structures…”
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Stronger dielectric-elastomer grippers using spine-like bending structure by Heng, Kim Rui

“…The gripper is developed based on a new design of DEA using stiffer spine-like structure made of 380μm thick Polyvinyl chloride (PVC) sheet. …”
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Self-reported pain and osteoarthritis of the hip and spine in retired elite rowers by Baynham-Williams, M

“…<p><b>Background and Aim:</b> Pain in the hip and spine presents a large burden to athletes competing in rowing. …”

3D spine shape estimation from single 2D DXA by Bourigault, E, Jamaludin, A, Zisserman, A

“…Using these two orthogonal projections of the spine (coronal in DXA, and sagittal from the prediction), we are able to describe the 3D shape of the spine. …”

Unravelling the complex meanings and origins of zisha teapots in the Ming and Qing dynasties by Gao, X

“…The unglazed teapots, made from <em>zisha</em> clay using a slabbuilding technique, have been appreciated by tea consumers since the Late Ming dynasty onwards. The study employs a multidisciplinary approach, including ethnographic research, archaeological science, historical analysis, the concept of <em>chaîne opératoire</em>, and experimental archaeology, to examine various data sources and gain a comprehensive understanding of the origins and development of <em>zisha</em> teapots.…”

Ethnoichthyology of the First Record of Spine Bahaba (Bahaba polykladiskos) from Muar, Johor, Malaysia by Ilham-Norhakim, Mohd Lokman, Mohd Faudzir, Najmuddin, Hidayah, Haris, Othman, Nursyuhada, Ramli, Ramli, Sariyati Nur Hartini, Sariyati Nur Hartini, Rasul Abdullah, Halim Muhammad, Abdullah-Fauzi, Abdullah-Fauzi, Akmal, Fawwazah, Abdul-Latiff, Muhammad Abu Bakar

“…The Spine Bahaba (Bahaba polykladiskos), locally known as 'Gelama Tirusan,' is a member of the Sciaenidae fish family that is distributed across Southeast Asia, reaching as far as North Australia. …”
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Maternal neonaticide, shame and social melancholy in Hsu-Ming Teo's Love and Vertigo by Zhou, Qiaoqiao, Omar, Noritah

“…Most critics read Love and Vertigo (2000) by Chinese-Australian writer Hsu-Ming Teo as a novel about diaspora and migrancy. …”
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Somatosensory and clinical profiles of patients with spine-related and clinical framework-based neck–arm pain by Kapitza, C, Ballenberger, N, Luedtke, K, Schmid, AB, Tampin, B

“…<p>Spine-related neck–arm pain is heterogeneous and may present on a spectrum between nociceptive and neuropathic pain. …”

Effect of consumers' awareness about country of origin on purchasing decision in Klang Valley, Malaysia by Taheri, Nasim

“…This study was conducted in Klang Valley with a total of 1108 respondents that were selected via simple random sampling method. …”
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Impact of media literacy on soft drink consumption among adolescents in Klang Valley, Malaysia by Mohammad Shahid, Nur Nadirah

“…Lastly, the last objective was aimed at identifying the relationships between attitudes, subjective norms, perceived behavioural control, the intention of soft drink consumption and media literacy score among adolescents in Klang Valley. A cluster sampling method was used in collecting data within Klang Valley area. …”
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Kitaran kemiskinan dan gengsterisme dalam masyarakat India: kajian di kawasan Lembah Klang by Wayandiana Abdullah, Mohamad Fauzi Sukimi, Zanisah Man

“…Oleh yang demikian, artikel ini bertujuan untuk menghuraikan penglibatan orang India dalam kegiatan gengsterisme dalam konteks kitaran kemiskinan di Lembah Klang. Kajian ini telah menggunakan kaedah kualitatif dan jenis kajian naratif bagi meneroka pengalaman yang dilalui oleh ahli dalam kumpulan gengster. …”
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Food insecurity and coping strategies index among low-income households in Klang Valley, Malaysia by Ahmad Azuddin, Ainatul Husna, Ramli, Nurul Nadia, Shamsudin, Mad Nasir, Buda, Mark

“…The study also attempts to determine the factors that can influence the low-income households to used harmful coping strategies in Klang Valley, Malaysia. The data was collected among low-income households in Klang Valley and 449 respondents had completed the survey. …”
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Building fame through tea: the Wu Family and the Manufacture of zisha teapots during the Ming and Qing dynasties by Gao, X, Hein, A

“…By examining the Wu family’s connection with the origin of zisha teapots, this study investigates how Ming literati used material culture to shape family reputation. …”

Effects of lumbar support to reduce discomfort during prolonged riding among motocyclists by Mohd Shafiei, Umi Kalsom

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Sporotrichosis: an update on epidemiology and in vitro antifungal susceptibilities of Sporothrix schenckii isolated from humans and cats in Klang Valley, Malaysia by Selvarajah, Gayathri Thevi, Santhanam, Jacinta, Mah, Elizebeth, James, Jasper Elvin, Abdul Razak, Mohd Fuat, Selvakumar, Raja Rajeswari, Al-Shaibani, Muhanna M.

“…The epidemiological pattern of human sporotrichosis infections in Klang Valley, Malaysia and antifungal susceptibility of the causative fungal pathogen, Sporothrix schenckii was determined. …”
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Detection of gastrointestinal protozoa in pet cats presented to selected veterinary clinics in the Klang Valley and risk factors associated with infection by Tan, Li Ping

“…The overall prevalence of gastrointestinal protozoa in pet cats in the Klang Valley was low.…”
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Spatial and temporal analysis of marine water pollution in Port Klang: developing a GIS database for assessing patterns and trends by Kamar Supardi, Izyan Hakimah, Mohamad Abdullah, Nazirah, Tugi, Astina, Ismail, Badrul Hisham

“…This study focuses on the assessment of marine water quality in Port Klang, with a particular emphasis on the spatial and temporal analysis of water quality parameters. …”
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The impact of Ming and Qing dynasty maritime bans on trade ceramics recovered from coastal settlements in northern Sumatra, Indonesia by Tai, Yew Seng, Daly, Patrick, Mckinnon, E. Edwards, Parnell, Andrew, Feener, R. Michael, Majewski, Jedrzej, Nazli Ismail, Sieh, Kerry

“…We review published literature and historical texts to propose that three periods of official Chinese maritime bans impacted the composition and circulation of trade ceramics along Asian trade routes: Ming Ban 1 (1371 – 1509), Ming Ban 2 (1521 – 1529), and Qing Ban (1654 – 1684). …”
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Association between gestational bisphenol a exposure and maternofoetal outcomes: a cohort study in a single tertiary hospital in Klang Valley by Juliana Yusof, Sarah Zulkifli, Mohd Shahril Ahmad Saman, Danial Efendy Goon, Nurliana Abd Mutalib, Nur Izzaty Yusnazery, Izzuan Khirman Adnan, Siti Hamimah Sheikh Abdul Kadir

“…Hence, this study aimed to investigate urinary BPA levels of pregnant women living in Klang Valley and their associations with adverse obstetric and birth outcomes. …”
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