Publications by authors named "J A Purdy"

Viruses with broad tissue distribution and cell tropism successfully replicate in various nutrient environments in the body. Several viruses reprogram metabolism for viral replication. However, many studies focus on metabolic reprogramming in nutrient-rich conditions that do not recapitulate physiological environments in the body.

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Entrustable professional activities (EPAs) have been implemented in various medical specialties, and the Pathology National EPA Working Group has piloted the implementation of four pathology EPAs. We recently published the development of EPAs within our surgical pathology rotation. Following a six-month pilot, a survey demonstrated that faculty and residents found the forms helpful and easy to use and easy to understand, and EPAs have been fully incorporated into our surgical pathology rotation.

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Article Synopsis
  • Healthcare often struggles with innovative problem-solving due to a lack of continuing education, which impacts professionals' ability to implement new solutions effectively.
  • The Leading Health Services Innovation Project aims to evaluate a co-designed postgraduate program for healthcare professionals, using a mixed-methods approach that includes qualitative interviews and quantitative surveys.
  • The project's design incorporates established frameworks like RE-AIM to ensure a thorough evaluation of the program's reach and effectiveness, with the goal of enhancing translational competence among participants.
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The residues of neonicotinoid insecticides in honey have raised global concern for their adverse effects on non-target organisms. However, information on the presence of neonicotinoids in raw honey in China is limited. Our study investigated the distribution profiles of neonicotinoids in raw honey samples collected from apiaries in plain and mountainous areas surrounding Beijing City.

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Science is humanity's best insurance against threats from nature, but it is a fragile enterprise that must be nourished and protected. The preponderance of scientific evidence indicates a natural origin for SARS-CoV-2. Yet, the theory that SARS-CoV-2 was engineered in and escaped from a lab dominates media attention, even in the absence of strong evidence.

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