Publications by authors named "T P Ray"

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  • Anthropogenic activities adversely affect wildlife, particularly the gut microbiome and resistome of yellow perch in lakes with varying levels of human impact.
  • The study involved sequencing DNA and RNA from gut samples to reveal significant differences in microbial profiles between effluent-impacted and undeveloped lakes.
  • Key findings include a predominance of macrolide resistance genes in various lake types and a higher abundance of potentially harmful pathogens in lakes influenced by wastewater.
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Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) is a chronic autoimmune inflammatory disease that affects about 0.1% to 2% of the population worldwide. Despite the development of several novel therapies, there is only limited benefit for many patients.

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  • * A new thermosensitive poloxamer-based gel that can be imaged with x-ray and ultrasound was developed, using microbubbles to enhance visibility.
  • * This gel aids in precise drug delivery by allowing for better imaging integration, potentially improving targeting and reducing radiation exposure during cancer treatments.
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  • The study investigates sexual assault and alcohol use among active duty sailors aged 18 to 24, focusing on obtaining a representative sample to improve prevention and intervention strategies in the military.
  • Conducted with 612 sailors, the survey found that participation rates were significantly higher among female sailors (8.8%) compared to male sailors (3.0%), although completion rates were similar for both genders.
  • The findings suggest that while female sailors are more willing to participate in such research, recruiting male sailors remains a challenge, indicating a need for strategies that reflect the gender distribution in the military.
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