Publications by authors named "E Applebaum"
Physical function performance tests, including sit to stand tests and Timed Up and Go, assess the functional capacity of older adults. Their ability to predict falls warrants further investigation. The objective was to determine if a modified 30-second Sit to Stand test that allowed upper extremity use and Timed Up and Go test predicted falls in institutionalized Veterans.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground: Titanium dioxide (TiO2) is one of the most common nanoparticles found in industry ranging from food additives to energy generation. Approximately four million tons of TiO2 particles are produced worldwide each year with approximately 3000 tons being produced in nanoparticulate form, hence exposure to these particles is almost certain.
Results: Even though TiO2 is also used as an anti-bacterial agent in combination with UV, we have found that, in the absence of UV, exposure of HeLa cells to TiO2 nanoparticles significantly increased their risk of bacterial invasion.
Introduction: Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) have a well-established analgesic efficacy for inflammatory pain. These drugs exert their effect by inhibiting the enzyme cyclooxygenase (COX) and are commonly used for the management of pain after endodontic treatment. There are 2 distinct isoforms of COX: COX-1, which is constitutively expressed, and COX-2, which is primarily induced by inflammation.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFObjective: Our objective in the present study was to examine the temporal sequencing of posttraumatic and depressive symptoms during prolonged exposure therapy for posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) among children and adolescents.
Method: Participants were 73 children and adolescents (56.2% female) between the ages of 8 and 18.
Article Synopsis
- An improved draft sequence of the maize genome has been produced, revealing over 32,000 predicted genes, with almost all placed on reference chromosomes.
- The genome consists of 85% transposable elements, which influence gene composition and positioning, including the dynamics of centromeres.
- The study also highlights the roles of methylation-poor regions, transposon insertions, and gene losses in the evolution of maize, providing insights for future research on its domestication and agricultural enhancements.