81 research outputs found
The Performance of typical children between 5 and 7.11 years in a selection of clinical observations: Preliminary data and psychometric properties in a chilean sample
Clinical observations that provide information about sensory-motor performance related to sensory processing, are commonly used in clinical practice. A group of these observations, known as clinical observations by A. J. Ayres,help diagnose sensory related dysfunctions even when normative data and statistically established validity and reliability are not available for the Chilean children. In order to develop normative data, we trained 4 independent assessors who collected data on 90 typically developing children 5 to 7.11 years of age and 26 children identified as presenting with sensory processing problems. The present study provides preliminary data about 5 observations that relate to postural control and motor planning: Standing on one foot (eyes open and closed), extensión against gravity, flexion against gravity, sequential finger touching and diadochokinesis. The results of this study indicate that these observations can help diagnose children with sensory-motor dysfunctions and be utilized for clinical applications and research
Etudes menées sur les sculptures d'Auvergne en bois polychromé
En France, la région d’Auvergne conserve un important ensemble de sculptures en bois polychromées datées, pour le moment entre le 11eme et le début du 13eme siècle, notamment une vingtaine de Crucifix, une soixantaine de Vierge en majesté et diverses figures de saints. Tandis que les sculptures conservées dans les musées ont acquis un certain prestige, celles qui sont conservées dans leurs églises restent moins connues et ont rarement fait l’objet d’études techniques. Depuis 2010 et l’émergence d’un nouvel intérêt pour ces objets, la DRAC ARA entreprend l’inventaire du corpus et initie de nouvelles recherches. En tant qu’objets de cultes, ces sculptures ont subi de nombreuses transformations au cours des siècles. Cette étude propose de contextualiser la place de ces objets dans leur édifice. L’examen d’un groupe de crucifix monumentaux montre la remarquable similitude d’élaboration originelle, nous incitant à nous interroger sur la production de modèles dans les ateliers de sculpteurs et de polychromeurs, et à re-évaluer notre vision des modes de production. L’étude des Vierges en majesté fait également écho à cette question du processus artistique et d’imitation de prototypes entiers, tout en marquant les variations qui définissent chacune de ces oeuvres
Near-Infrared Light Exposure Triggers ROS to Downregulate Inflammatory Cytokines Induced by SARS-CoV-2 Spike Protein in Human Cell Culture
The leading cause of mortality from SARS-CoV-2 is an exaggerated host immune response, triggering cytokine storms, multiple organ failure and death. Current drug- and vaccine-based therapies are of limited efficacy against novel viral variants. Infrared therapy is a non-invasive and safe method that has proven effective against inflammatory conditions for over 100 years. However, its mechanism of action is poorly understood and has not received widespread acceptance. We herein investigate whether near-infrared (NIR) light exposure in human primary alveolar and macrophage cells could downregulate inflammatory cytokines triggered by the SARS-CoV-2 spike (S) protein or lipopolysaccharide (LPS), and via what underlying mechanism. Our results showed a dramatic reduction in pro-inflammatory cytokines within days of NIR light treatment, while anti-inflammatory cytokines were upregulated. Mechanistically, NIR light stimulated mitochondrial metabolism, induced transient bursts in reactive oxygen species (ROS) and activated antioxidant gene transcription. These, in turn, downregulated ROS and inflammatory cytokines. A causal relationship was shown between the induction of cellular ROS by NIR light exposure and the downregulation of inflammatory cytokines triggered by SARS-CoV-2 S. If confirmed by clinical trials, this method would provide an immediate defense against novel SARS-CoV-2 variants and other inflammatory infectious diseases
Sheep Updates 2006 - part 4
This session covers seven papers from different authors:
MANAGEMENT
1. Wool and meat traits in Merino flocks in different regions, K.G. Geenty, A.A. Swan, A.J. Smith, J.L. Smith, Sheep CRC and CSIRO Livestock Industries, Armidale
2. Fat score or Condition score? - It all depends on what you want to do! Chris Oldham, Department of Agriculture and Food Western Australia
3. Sheep worm control - the latest for Western Australia, RG Woodgate, RA Love, E Dobbe, HM Hoult, J Pearson, S Hill, A van Burgel and RB Besier, Department of Agriculture and Food Western Australia
PASTURES
4. Rethinking pasture production - STEPS to greater productivity with perennials, R. Warburton, Farmer, Mobrup, WA, L. Mathwin, Farmer Kojonup WA, D. Rogers, E. Crossley, Department of Agriculture and Food Western Australia
5. Sheep Returnes from Saltland Pastures, Allan Herbert, Department of Agriculture and Food Western Australia
6. Pasture legumes and grasses from saline land, Phil Nichols, Tony Albertsen, Darryl McClements, Department of Agriculture and Food Western Australia, & Cooperative Research Centre for Plant-based Management of Dryland Salinity
MERINO INNOVATION DAY
7. Towards \u27clean, green and ethical\u27 sheep production, Graeme Martin, Penny Hawken, Carolina Viñoles, Beth Paganoni and Dominique Blache, School of Animal Biology, Faculty of Natural & Agricultural Sciences, The University of Western Australi
Etude de l'évolution de l'administration de l'hôpital à Madagascar (évaluation des Systèmes de Recouvrement des Coûts des CHR de Toamasina et de Toliara, du CHU de Mahajanga et du Cenhosoa)
PARIS7-Bibliothèque centrale (751132105) / SudocSudocFranceF
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