Publications by authors named "D Marchant"

An external focus of attention, enhanced expectancies, and autonomy support (i.e., OPTIMAL factors) are key factors to optimise motor performance and uncover latent movement capabilities.

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The anther is the developmental housing of pollen and therefore the male gametes of flowering plants. The meiotic cells from which pollen are derived must differentiate de novo from somatic anther cells and synchronously develop with the rest of the anther. Anthropogenic control over another development has become crucial for global agriculture so as to maintain inbred lines and generate hybrid seeds of many crops.

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Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is a major cause of severe lower respiratory infections for which effective treatment options remain limited. Herein, we employed a computational structure-based design strategy aimed at identifying potential targets for a new class of allosteric inhibitors. Our investigation led to the discovery of a previously undisclosed allosteric binding site within the RSV polymerase, the large (L) protein.

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Article Synopsis
  • Oxidative stress significantly contributes to neurodegeneration, cognitive decline, and aging, but antioxidant use, particularly astaxanthin, may offer protective benefits.
  • Astaxanthin, a strong antioxidant, has shown promise in enhancing cognitive function in both lab studies and human research, prompting further investigation into its effects on human populations.
  • The review highlights astaxanthin’s potential to improve cognitive abilities and provide neuroprotection, while discussing its implications, research limitations, and future study opportunities.
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