Design of a flexible component gathering algorithm for converting cell-based models to graph representations for use in evolutionary search.

Background: The ability of science to produce experimental data has outpaced the ability to effectively visualize and integrate the data into a conceptual framework that can further higher order understanding. Multidimensional and shape-based observational data of regenerative biology presents a particularly daunting challenge in this regard. Large amounts of data are available in regenerative biology, but little progress has been made in understanding how organisms such as planaria robustly achieve and maintain body form.

[Medical waste: the problem of handling].

The paper provides the environmental and hygienic characteristics of medical waste, the necessity of introducing a new system of collection, storage, transportation, and removal of waste from health care facilities. In accordance with SanPiN 2.1.

Cytotoxic activity of a new paclitaxel formulation, Pacliex, in vitro and in vivo.

Background: The paclitaxel formulation, Taxol (Bristol-Myers Squibb), is one of the most effective anticancer agents used today. However; it is associated with serious side effects believed to be caused by the Cremophor EL used for its formulation.

Aim: To evaluate the cytotoxic activity of a new paclitaxel formulation, Pacliex (developed by Oasmia Pharmaceutical, Uppsala, Sweden), a mixed micelles preparation in which an amphiphilic synthetic derivative of retinoic acid replaced Cremophor EL/ethanol vehicle.