Publications by authors named "D O Velez"
The kingdom of fungi contains highly diverse species. However, fundamental processes sustaining life such as RNA metabolism are much less comparatively studied in Fungi than in other kingdoms. A key factor in the regulation of mRNA expression is the cap-binding protein eIF4E, which plays roles in mRNA nuclear export, storage and translation.
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- Step 1 of the medical licensing exam is now pass/fail (P/F), leading to uncertainty among students about how to enhance their residency applications.
- An electronic survey of 255 medical students showed that while 61.6% preferred the P/F format, those aiming for highly competitive specialties (HCS) favored numerical scoring due to perceived advantages.
- Students expressed concerns that financial resources influence opportunities like research years, benefiting those from prestigious schools and impacting application equity.
Introduction: The utilization of healthcare services in a growing population has raised concerns about its impact on clinical outcomes. Studies have shown that increased hospital census is associated with higher admission rates and unnecessary consults, tests, and procedures in various areas of healthcare. Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs), a significant concern due to their potential for long-term disabilities, are commonly encountered in intensive care units (ICUs) and are a leading cause of patient mortality.
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- This study looked at how cooking and digestion affect chemicals released from plastics in food.
- The researchers found many harmful chemicals in the plastic, some of which can cause cancer.
- Cooking and digestion make these chemicals mix into the food or liquid, which could be bad for our health.