Publications by authors named "J Max Stella"
Introduction: Sagittal synostosis (SS) is the most prevalent form of craniosynostosis. It is the premature fusion of the sagittal suture, resulting in a "boat like" skull shape. Early surgical intervention is crucial to prevent complications, yet no standard procedure exists for patients over 12 months old.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFAlthough global warming is leading to more frequent mass coral bleaching events worldwide, parts of the Great Barrier Reef (GBR) have consistently escaped severe coral bleaching. Modeling and satellite observations show that climate refugia are created by the upwelling of cooler water to the surface through the interactions of tides and currents with dense reef structures. Here, we use a high-resolution nested regional ocean model to investigate the future status of two relatively large refugia.
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- - Pulmonary fibrosis is a serious lung disease that causes a significant decline in lung function and quality of life, with current treatments mainly aimed at managing symptoms rather than curing the disease.
- - Pseudomonas aeruginosa infections worsen idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis progression, while phytic acid may help by inhibiting the bacterial virulence factor LasB and metalloproteinases (MMPs) involved in fibrosis and inflammation.
- - Researchers developed an inhalable powder form of phytic acid using sodium phytate to enhance its properties, with additional ingredients like leucine and mannitol to improve lung delivery and performance, which showed promising inhibition effects on LasB and MMPs.
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- A study compared fetching behaviors in cats and dogs using online surveys from over 80,000 pet owners, revealing that 40.9% of cats and 77.8% of dogs engage in fetching.
- The research found that in cats, fetching behavior is linked to playful activity, while in dogs, it's associated with overall trainability, with females, older pets, and those with health issues less likely to fetch.
- Breed influence was notable, with specific cat breeds from the Far East and dog breeds like Retrievers and Poodles showing higher instances of fetching; the study suggests potential connections to the domestication histories of both species.
Riparian trees are particularly vulnerable to drought because they are highly dependent on water availability for their survival. However, the response of riparian tree species to water stress varies depending on regional hydroclimatic conditions, making them unevenly vulnerable to changing drought patterns. Understanding this spatial variability in stress responses requires a comprehensive assessment of water stress across broader spatial and temporal scales.
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