Publications by authors named "J Quaas"
Optimized protocol for the multiomics processing of cryopreserved human kidney tissue.
Am J Physiol Renal Physiol
November 2024
Article Synopsis
- The study talks about collecting kidney tissue samples from patients to use them for research and understanding diseases better.
- They found a way to keep these tissues preserved without needing super-cold liquid nitrogen, which makes it easier for doctors to use them in their work.
- By testing these samples with advanced technology, they hope to identify new ways to help prevent and treat kidney diseases in the future.
Purpose: Cervical cancer is the fourth most common cancer in women worldwide. A successful screening concept for cervical cancer reduces the incidence and mortality of cervical cancer. Quality indicators (QIs) derived from the screening guidelines for cervical cancer and used by the certified dysplasia units and dysplasia consultancies are evaluated in this paper.
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- Forests impact climate by regulating water and heat, which influences cloud formation and water cycles, especially in the context of deforestation or afforestation.
- Evidence shows that deforestation leads to fewer low-level and high-level clouds, as demonstrated by simulations and observations that highlight changes in surface heat flux affecting uplift and moisture.
- The reduction in cloud cover from deforestation results in a warmer climate, counteracting some cooling from increased surface albedo, and findings from different methods show significant discrepancies that indicate a need for further research.
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- Colposcopy is crucial for diagnosing women with abnormal cervical tests, and quality indicators were developed by the European Federation for Colposcopy to improve practice standards across Europe.
- A survey was conducted to evaluate the understandability, relevance, and reproducibility of 17 quality indicators among colposcopy cases involving 50 women referred for abnormal screenings.
- The results showed that most quality indicators met or were close to the desired standard, although some discrepancies in data collection and low performance for one indicator highlighted the need for clearer guidelines to ensure accurate reporting.
Surface air temperature (SAT) is a key indicator of climate change. Variations in cloud cover affect SAT by interacting with radiation. During daytime, clouds tend to cool the surface by blocking sunlight, while nighttime clouds warm the surface by trapping longwave radiation.
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