Publications by authors named "M T Beaulieu"

Purpose: Primary anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction graft failure remains a significant health concern in young patients. Despite the high incidence of poor graft integration in these patients and the resulting high failure rate, little consideration has been given to the quality of the bone into which the graft is anchored at reconstruction. Therefore, we investigated post ACL injury mineralized tissue changes in the ACL femoral entheses of young males and compared them to changes previously reported for young females.

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Background: Informed end-of-life decision-making requires a high level of death literacy. We still know little about the general population's level of knowledge and its determinants.

Aim: To assess knowledge of the general population regarding the legal status and definitions of various end-of-life practices, and to compare the level of knowledge according to individual characteristics known to influence death literacy.

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Despite the negative effects on older adults, resident-to-resident aggression (RRA) remains a complex and understudied problem. Few interventions exist that address this issue by promoting goodwill. Using the intervention mapping approach, the evaluation of the test phase of the pilot Program GIFT in private seniors' residences (PSRs) (Quebec, Canada) was conducted through qualitative interviews with 25 residents, 21 staff members, and 4 managers.

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Article Synopsis
  • Researchers developed a method to create living microlenses using engineered bacteria that produce a silica biomineralization enzyme, allowing for advanced control over their structure.
  • These bacteria form a shell of polysilicate, enabling them to focus light into intense nanojets that are significantly brighter than unmodified bacteria.
  • This innovative approach presents a cost-effective and durable solution for producing photonic components with unique optical properties, showcasing the potential of synthetic biology in the field.
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