Publications by authors named "B J Parmar"

Light-driven spin hyperpolarization of organic molecules is a crucial technique for spin-based applications such as quantum information science (QIS) and dynamic nuclear polarization (DNP). Synthetic chemistry provides the design of spins with atomic precision and enables the scale-up of individual spins to hierarchical structures. The high designability and extended pore structure of metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) can control interactions between spins and guest molecules.

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The application of nanotechnology in medical biology has seen a significant rise in recent years because of the introduction of novel tools that include supramolecular systems, complexes, and composites. Dendrimers are one of the remarkable examples of such tools. These spherical, regularly branching structures with enhanced cell compatibility and bioavailability have shown to be an excellent option for gene or drug administration.

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Spatial hearing relies on the encoding of perceptual sound location cues in space. It is critical for communicating in background noise, and understanding where sounds are coming from (sound localization). Although there are some monoaural spatial hearing cues (i.

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Flubendiamide, a phthalic acid diamide insecticide, has been implicated in potential teratogenic effects on non-target organisms, especially during embryonic development. This study examines the impact of flubendiamide on eye development in chick embryos, a well-established model for vertebrate development. Exposure to 0.

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Article Synopsis
  • - Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease (CJD) is a rare and fatal brain disorder that typically affects people in their 60s and manifests as rapid cognitive decline due to the accumulation of abnormal prion proteins, leading to death within a year of diagnosis.
  • - Diagnosis of CJD is complicated by overlapping symptoms with other degenerative and infectious diseases, requiring a comprehensive approach that includes clinical evaluations and advanced imaging techniques.
  • - A case study of a 60-year-old man with probable sporadic CJD highlights symptoms such as dementia and rigidity, as well as MRI findings that indicate severe neurodegeneration, demonstrating the need for early identification for palliative care, since there is no effective treatment.
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