Publications by authors named "B Abramson"
Background: Contemporary methods of cardiovascular risk stratification are frequently inaccurate. Biomarkers such as high-sensitivity troponin I (hsTnI) have the potential to improve risk stratification. However, uncertainties exist regarding factors that determine hsTnI concentration.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground: The bacterium Vibrio cholerae causes diarrheal illness and can acquire genetic material leading to multiple drug resistance (MDR). Rapid detection of resistance-conferring mobile genetic elements helps avoid the prescription of ineffective antibiotics for specific strains. Colorimetric loop-mediated isothermal amplification (LAMP) assays provide a rapid and cost-effective means for detection at point-of-care since they do not require specialized equipment, require limited expertise to perform, and can take less than 30 min to perform in resource limited regions.
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- Baobab (Adansonia digitata) is a vital tree in Africa, but its genetics haven't been fully studied until now.
- Researchers created a detailed reference genome with 42 chromosomes for baobab and analyzed related species from various regions, finding unique DNA features like a high percentage of DNA transposons.
- The study reveals important insights into baobab's evolution, subpopulations across Africa, and the retention of genes related to longevity, which can aid in breeding and conservation efforts.