Publications by authors named "R W O'Rourke"

Dysregulation of translation is a hallmark of cancer that enables rapid changes in cellular protein production to shape oncogenic phenotypes. Translation initiation is governed by the mGpppX cap-binding protein eukaryotic translation initiation factor 4E (eIF4E), the rate-limiting factor of cap-dependent translation initiation. eIF4E is overexpressed in many cancers and drives the production of oncoproteins that promote tumor growth and survival.

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Purpose: We examined associations between device-assessed and parent-reported physical activity with mental health indicators among children and youth with disabilities.

Method: Physical activity and mental health data were collected from a larger national surveillance study of physical activity in children and youth with disabilities in Canada. A total of 122 children and youth with disabilities (mean age = 10 y; 80% boys, 57% with developmental disability) wore a Fitbit for 28 days to measure their daily steps.

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  • The study investigated factors linked to low self-compassion among young adults, identifying a range of sociodemographic, psychological, and lifestyle elements.
  • Data from a large sample (682 participants) were analyzed to find that 16% reported low self-compassion, with notable factors including female gender, poor sleep, overeating, and higher stress levels.
  • The findings highlight the complex interplay of various influences on self-compassion, suggesting a need for further research on causality and potential interventions.
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The treatment landscape for haemophilia continues to rapidly develop, and expectations for future treatment success are high. There is limited information on the challenges to accessing new and innovative therapies. The aim of this study was to explore challenges with accessing haemophilia treatment from the perspective of healthcare professionals (HCPs).

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Melanoma is the deadliest form of skin cancer with a 5-year survival rate of less than 20%. While significant strides have been made in the field of kinase-targeted and immune-based therapies for melanoma, the development of resistance to these therapeutic agents has hindered the success of treatment. Drug-resistant melanoma is particularly reliant on enhanced cap-dependent translation to drive the production of oncoproteins that promote growth and survival.

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