Publications by authors named "A G McNicholl"

Fewer than 10 % of children with diffuse midline glioma (DMG) survive 2 years from diagnosis. Radiation therapy remains the cornerstone of treatment and there are no medicinal products with regulatory approval. Although the biology of DMG is better characterized, this has not yet translated into effective treatments.

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Purpose: The aim of this study was to explore the impact of AT in identity for students with disabilities in higher education and if/how this changes over time.

Methods: Using a longitudinal qualitative research design, semi-structured interviews were conducted with students with disabilities ( = 13) in higher education in Ireland on two occasions during an academic year. A trajectory approach to longitudinal analysis was employed.

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  • The study evaluates 2-OHOA, a synthetic lipid, in a Phase 1/2A trial to determine its safety, tolerability, and efficacy for treating gliomas and advanced solid tumors in 54 patients.
  • The trial found that 2-OHOA was well-tolerated at dosage levels, with common side effects being mild gastrointestinal issues, while establishing a recommended phase-2 dose of 12,000 mg daily.
  • Some patients, particularly those with high-grade gliomas, showed promising clinical benefits, with 24% experiencing significant positive responses, including one lasting over 2.5 years.
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Purpose: Increasing numbers of students with disabilities are accessing higher education each year, yet little is known about their assistive technology (AT) needs and its influence on relevant outcomes. The aim of this study was to examine met/unmet AT needs on educational engagement, academic self-efficacy and well-being and the impact of AT use in the areas of competence, adaptability and self-esteem for students with disabilities in higher education in Ireland.

Methods: One hundred and eleven students with disabilities completed a cross-sectional online survey comprising the College Learning Effectiveness Inventory, the Student Course Engagement Questionnaire, the Self-Efficacy for Learning Form Abridged, the Psychosocial Impact of Assistive Devices Scale, and the Warwick-Edinburgh Mental Well-Being Scale.

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The aim of this review was to conduct a meta-synthesis of qualitative studies exploring the self-management experiences, attitudes and perspectives of children and young people (CYP) living with epilepsy. Five databases were systematically searched up to September 2019. Fourteen papers were included.

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