Publications by authors named "A Asimakopoulou"
The basic principles of a steady-state mass transfer model and the resistance-in-series film model are assessed with the aid of a series of experiments in a gas-liquid contact membrane mini-module (3 M Liqui-Cel MM-1.7 × 5.5) using an aqueous solution of diethanolamine (DEA) of 0.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFMeta-analyses have found that working memory (WM) can be improved with cognitive training; however, some authors have suggested that these improvements are mostly driven by biases in the measurement of WM, especially the use of similar tasks for assessment and training. In the present meta-analysis, we investigated whether WM, fluid intelligence, executive functions, and short-term memory can be improved by cognitive training and evaluated the impact of possible sources of bias. We performed a risk of bias assessment of the included studies and took special care in controlling for practice effects.
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- - Gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) is a common condition during pregnancy involving glucose intolerance and insulin resistance, affecting both mothers and their babies.
- - Nutrition plays a vital role in managing GDM, particularly in the balance of carbohydrates, proteins, and fats, with emphasis on the glycemic index (GI) and glycemic load (GL) of foods.
- - Diets low in GI and GL can enhance insulin sensitivity and glycemic control, potentially improving outcomes for mothers and their infants through better weight management and body composition.
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- * Traditional and nontraditional risk factors, including hyperglycemia, influence the disease, prompting a shift from focusing solely on blood sugar control to protecting target organs.
- * Sodium-glucose transporter 2 (SGLT2) inhibitors are key medications that not only lower glucose levels but also provide benefits for heart and kidney health; the review examines how these drugs impact various biomarkers related to cardiovascular and kidney function in diabetes patients.
The latest developments in tissue engineering scaffolds have sparked a growing interest in the creation of controlled 3D cellular structures that emulate the intricate biophysical and biochemical elements found within versatile in vivo microenvironments. The objective of this study was to 3D-print a monolithic silica scaffold specifically designed for the cultivation of neural precursor cells. Initially, a preliminary investigation was conducted to identify the critical parameters pertaining to calcination.
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