SP.236 / ES.SP236 Exploring Pharmacology, Spring 2009 by Gusman, Mariya, Fallows, Zak

“…Planned topics include over-the-counter drugs and "dietary supplements," drugs of abuse, treatments for neurological disorders, psychiatric medications, and many more. …”
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Screening for pathogenic neuronal autoantibodies in serum and CSF of patients with first-episode psychosis by Theorell, J, Ramberger, M, Harrison, R, Mgbachi, V, Jacobson, L, Waters, P, Erhardt, S, Sellgren, CM, Cervenka, S, Piehl, F, Irani, SR

“…Although most patients progress to develop various neurological symptoms, it has been hypothesised that a subgroup of patients with first-episode psychosis (FEP) suffer from a forme fruste of autoimmune encephalitis. …”

Fabrication and application of conductive biosurfaces. by Chen, Hailan.

“…In addition, even as common diseases afflicting the elderly across the globe, there is no cure for such neurological disorders. Neural electrode, designed and used to achieve recording of neural signals and stimulating neurons in the central and peripheral nervous system has attracted considerable interest as a potential approach for such neurological disorders. …”
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Fabrication and application of conductive biosurfaces by Chen, Hailan

“…In addition, even as common diseases afflicting the elderly across the globe, there is no cure for such neurological disorders. Neural electrode, designed and used to achieve recording of neural signals and stimulating neurons in the central and peripheral nervous system has attracted considerable interest as a potential approach for such neurological disorders. …”
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CT perfusion for lesion-symptom mapping in large vessel occlusion ischemic stroke by Garrard, JW, Neuhaus, A, Carone, D, Joly, O, Zarrintan, A, Rabinstein, AA, Huynh, T, Harston, G, Brinjikji, W, Kallmes, DF

“…Voxels associated with neurological recovery were symmetrical and subcortical. …”

Challenges and opportunities for physiologically controlled therapy in neural systems by Marks, VS, Piper, RJ, Van Rheede, JJ, Benjaber, M, Green, AL, Tisdall, MT, Denison, TJ

“…Brain Stimulation Technology for the treatment of neurological disorders is rapidly evolving. With the advent of “bidirectional” systems, such as the Medtronic Percept, which are able to sense from and stimulate the brain simultaneously, there is opportunity to modify stimulation based on changes in brain activity. …”

Understanding the lived experiences of people living with epilepsy: oral history assessment in the Shai Osudoku and Ningo Prampram districts, Ghana by Asiamah, S, Gyeke, PD, Darkwa, EK, Mahone, S, Williams, J, Akpalu, A, Newton, CR, Sottie, C, Adjei, P

“…<p><strong>Introduction:</strong> Epilepsy is a prevalent neurological condition globally, especially in Sub-Saharan Africa. …”

Linking Cerebral Malaria Pathogenesis to APOE-Mediated Amyloidosis: Observations and Hypothesis by Kioko, M, Mwangi, S, Njunge, JM, Berkley, JA, Bejon, P, Abdi, AI

“…However, the cerebral molecular processes initiating neurological dysfunction in cerebral malaria are still debatable. …”

Optimising expression and purification of Dengue soluble E protein by Poh, Nina Yong Xin

“…The soluble E (sE) protein, obtained by truncation of Transmembrane Domain (TMD), serves as an antigen for serological assays, aiding diagnosis and seroprevalence assessment. …”
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Advancing specificity in delirium: the delirium subtyping initiative by Bowman, EML, Brummel, NE, Caplan, GA, Cunningham, C, Evered, LA, Fiest, KM, Girard, TD, Jackson, TA, LaHue, SC, Lindroth, HL, Maclullich, AMJ, McAuley, DF, Oh, ES, Oldham, MA, Page, VJ, Pandharipande, PP, Potter, KM, Sinha, P, Slooter, AJC, Sweeney, AM, Tieges, Z, Van Dellen, E, Wilcox, ME, Zetterberg, H, Cunningham, EL

“…<p><strong>Background</strong></p> Delirium, a common syndrome with heterogeneous etiologies and clinical presentations, is associated with poor long-term outcomes. …”

Detection, characterisation and risk factor of Leptospira spp. among dogs and dog handlers by Goh, Soon Heng

“…Leptospirosis is a re-emerging zoonosis commonly associated with dogs. However, serological diagnosis remains a challenge, especially among vaccinated dogs. …”
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Detection and seroprevalence of Q fever infection in dairy goats in Besut district, Malaysia by Ahmad, Khairunnisa, Nik Mustaffa, Nik Danial Asyraf, Azmi, Nur Syafiqa, Zainal Ariffin, Siti Mariam, Ghazali, Mohd Faizal, Ibrahim, Noor Syaheera

“…Material and Methods: One hundred dairy goats (n = 100) aged 6 months to 6 years were randomly selected, and blood samples were collected for serological analysis using the enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay technique. …”
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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

“…A recently developed mechanism-based clinical framework for spine-related pain distinguishes between spinally referred pain without neurological deficits (somatic referred pain, heightened nerve mechanosensitivity, radicular pain), with neurological deficits (radiculopathy), and mixed-pain presentations. …”

Beriberi following sleeve gastrectomy by Liem, B, Tai, XY, Begeti, F, Fathima, FF, Hofer, M, Matthews, L, Rinaldi, S, Bennett, DLH, Turner, MR

“…Nutritional deficiencies are a recognised consequence of gastrectomy, with potentially severe and permanent neurological sequelae. We present two cases of acute, severe polyneuropathy following sleeve gastrectomy. …”

Molecular characterization and phylogenetic analysis of outer membrane protein p2 (OMPP2) of Glaesserella (Haemophilus) parasuis isolates in Central State of Peninsular Malaysia by Lee, Chee Yien, Ong, Hui Xin, Tan, Chew Yee, Low, Suet Ee, Phang, Lai Yee, Lai, Jyhmirn, Ooi, Peck Toung, Fong, Michelle Wai Cheng

“…Glaesserella (Haemophilus) parasuis, the etiological agent of Glässer’s disease, is an economically significant pathogen commonly associated with serofibrinous polyserositis, arthritis, fibrinous bronchopneumonia and/or meningitis. …”
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Ingestible artificial urinary biomarker probes for urine test of gastrointestinal cancer by Xu, Cheng, Xu, Mengke, Hu, Yuxuan, Liu, Jing, Cheng, Penghui, Zeng, Ziling, Pu, Kanyi

“…HATS-based optical urinalysis detects orthotopic colon tumors two weeks earlier than clinical serological tests and can be developed to a point-of-care paper test. …”
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Multidimensional profiling of the Toxoplasma gondii proteome by Herneisen, Alice Lydia

“…Among these early-branching parasitic protists are the etiologic agents of the widespread, persistent, and deadly human diseases malaria (Plasmodium spp.) and toxoplasmosis (Toxoplasma gondii), making the understanding of these parasite signaling pathways of global importance. …”
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Double exposure time averaged in-line digital holography by Singh, Vijay Raj, Anand, Asundi, Miao, Jianmin

“…Theory, analysis and applications of digital in-line holography are presented for metrological applications. Particularly time averaged in-line digital holography is explored for dynamic characterization of membranes and MEMS diaphragms. …”
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Triggered drug release and enhanced drug transport from ultrasound-responsive nanoparticles by Kwan, JJ, Coussios, CC

“…In this chapter, we discuss the current challenges that face drug delivery to cancer, cardiovascular, and neurological disorders. We then explore the different means by which ultrasound enables drug release, drug transport, and sonoporation of cell membranes from ultrasound-responsive nanoparticles.…”

Outcome assessment for out-of-hospital cardiac arrest patients in Singapore and Japan with initial shockable rhythm by Okada, Yohei, Shahidah, Nur, Ng, Yih Yng, Chia, Michael Y. C., Gan, Han Nee, Leong, Benjamin S. H., Mao, Desmond R., Ng, Wei Ming, Irisawa, Taro, Yamada, Tomoki, Nishimura, Tetsuro, Kiguchi, Takeyuki, Kishimoto, Masafumi, Matsuyama, Tasuku, Nishioka, Norihiro, Kiyohara, Kosuke, Kitamura, Tetsuhisa, Iwami, Taku, Ong, Marcus Eng Hock

“…For OHCA patients who achieved return of spontaneous circulation (ROSC) on hospital arrival, the observed favorable neurological outcome was at the same level as expected (OE ratio: 0.905 [95%CI: 0.784–1.036]). …”
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