Publications by authors named "L R M Hausmann"

The hairiness of the leaves is an essential morphological feature within the genus Vitis that can serve as a physical barrier. A high leaf hair density present on the abaxial surface of the grapevine leaves influences their wettability by repelling forces, thus preventing pathogen attack such as downy mildew and anthracnose. Moreover, leaf hairs as a favorable habitat may considerably affect the abundance of biological control agents.

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Background: Women in the postpartum period are at greater risk of intimate partner violence (IPV), which may cause physical, sexual, or psychological harm and have a long-lasting negative impact on mother and child. Seeking help in case of IPV in the postpartum period can be difficult.

Objective: The purpose of this study was to examine service preferences among postpartum women in Germany (non-)affected by IPV.

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Objective: Our objective was to assess potential racial bias within the Risk Analysis Index (RAI).

Background: Patient risk measures are rarely tested for racial bias. Measures of frailty, like the RAI, need to be evaluated for poor predictive performance among Black patients.

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  • The study focused on social needs of Veterans living in rural areas, revealing that over 80% reported at least one social need, with social disconnection being the most prevalent, especially in the Southeast site.
  • Analysis showed significant links between various social needs, especially financial and activities of daily living, and poorer physical and mental health outcomes.
  • The findings emphasize the importance of health systems addressing social determinants of health and suggest that interventions should be customized to fit the unique needs of different Veteran populations.
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