Publications by authors named "Woolley A"

Collective intelligence underpins the success of groups, organizations, markets and societies. Through distributed cognition and coordination, collectives can achieve outcomes that exceed the capabilities of individuals-even experts-resulting in improved accuracy and novel capabilities. Often, collective intelligence is supported by information technology, such as online prediction markets that elicit the 'wisdom of crowds', online forums that structure collective deliberation or digital platforms that crowdsource knowledge from the public.

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Family physicians are a pillar of the primary healthcare system, and their own mental well-being is integral to their performance. However, many studies have suggested a high prevalence of mental distress. The contributing factors include the emotional demands of the profession, work overload, budgetary constraints, loss of autonomy, and erosion of professional values.

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Background: Calibration of thromboplastins is required for accurate calculation of the international normalised ratio (INR). Accurate INR results are required for optimal dosing of vitamin K antagonists. Decreases in vitamin K antagonist usage have made the recruitment of sample sets for international sensitivity index (ISI) calibrations more difficult.

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Introduction: The filamins are cytoskeletal binding proteins that dynamically crosslink actin into orthogonal networks or bundle it into stress fibres. The domain structure of filamin proteins is very well characterised, with an N-terminal actin-binding region, followed by 24 immunoglobulin-like repeat units. The repeat domains are separated into distinct segments by two regions of low-complexity known as hinge-1 and hinge-2.

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Affective experiences have been shown to influence attitudes and future behaviors related to physical activity, but no studies have related these experiences to physical literacy or examined affective experiences in quality physical education (QPE). The aim of this study was to describe emotions experienced in a QPE context and relate those emotions to students' physical literacy and self-esteem. A cross-sectional study of 145 4th and 5th grade students was surveyed after a single PE class on their emotional experiences (positive emotions: pride, enjoyment, and relief; negative, emotions: shame, anger, and boredom; aggregate emotional experience as the sum of positive and negative emotions) physical literacy (self-description and movement valuation) and self-esteem.

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Aims: Health education is integral to cardiometabolic disease (CMD) management. This study aimed to assess whether and how education preferences have changed over time, and whether trends differ by sociodemographic characteristics (education status, age, ethnicity, and sex).

Methods: A cross-sectional questionnaire was deployed across five counties in the East Midlands, UK between 2017 and 2022 to adults with CMD (type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular disease or cerebrovascular disease).

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  • Pregnant individuals hospitalized for COVID-19 showed lower long-term adverse outcomes compared to nonpregnant individuals, despite challenges faced during hospitalization.
  • Data from 2020-2021 indicated that while nonpregnant participants had more comorbidities and higher rates of mechanical ventilation, pregnant participants had a significantly lower rate of complications and mortality.
  • Over 18 months post-hospitalization, pregnant individuals had a lower readmission rate, suggesting any increased risks associated with pregnancy may diminish shortly after delivery.
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When a tooth is diseased or damaged through caries, bioactive molecules are liberated from the pulp and dentin as part of the natural response to injury and these are key molecules for stimulating stem cell responses for tissue repair. Incorporation of these extracellular-matrix (ECM)-derived molecules into a hydrogel model can mimic in vivo conditions to enable dentin-pulp complex regeneration. Here, a chitosan/alginate (C/A) hydrogel is developed to sequester bovine ECM extracts.

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  • DNA-templated nanofabrication is a new method for creating nanoscale Schottky contacts, enhancing the field of nanoelectronics.
  • Researchers used a DNA origami scaffold to arrange metal (Au) and semiconductor (CdS) nanorods, improving previous issues with electrical conductance.
  • The resulting contacts showed significantly higher electrical conductance compared to earlier designs, offering a promising avenue for developing advanced DNA-based nanoscale electronic devices.
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Background: Better access to direct-acting antiviral (DAA) therapy has broadened the utilization of hepatitis C virus (HCV) nucleic acid testing (NAT) positive organs with excellent outcomes. However, DAA therapy has been associated with hepatitis B virus (HBV) reactivation.

Aim: To determine the risk of HBV transmission or reactivation with utilization of HBV core antibody positive (HBcAb+) and HCV NAT positive (HCV+) organs, which presumably required DAA therapy.

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In this work, we present a new 3D printing technique that enables the realization of native digital micro-mirror device (DMD) resolution in negative features of a 3D printed part without improving 3D printer hardware and demonstrate the fabrication of fully integrated, biocompatible isoporous membranes with pore sizes as small as 7 μm. We utilize this technique to construct a microfluidic device that mimics an established organ-on-a-chip configuration, including an integrated isoporous membrane. Two cell populations are seeded on either side of the membrane and imaged as a proof of concept for other organ-on-a-chip applications.

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Role-based frameworks have long been the cornerstone of organizational coordination, providing clarity in role expectations among team members. However, the rise of "fluid participation"-a constant shift in team composition and skill sets-poses new challenges to traditional coordination mechanisms. In particular, with fluid participation, a team's roles can oscillate between disconnected and intersecting, or between lacking and having overlap in the capabilities and expectations of different roles.

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  • This document is the first in the ASNC I series focusing on the role of radionuclide imaging for diagnosing cardiovascular infections, notably infective endocarditis, using a detailed consensus-based approach.
  • It highlights the rising incidence of cardiovascular infections, which present high risks and complications, and discusses the limitations of current diagnostic methods like echocardiography.
  • Advanced imaging techniques such as FDG PET/CT and SPECT/CT can improve diagnostic accuracy by revealing infection in cardiac devices and surrounding areas, emphasizing the need for better imaging strategies in complex cases.
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  • * A thorough consensus was reached using a modified Delphi method to outline clinical indications, diagnostic criteria, and a structured algorithm for diagnosis due to the rising incidence and high risks associated with these infections.
  • * Advanced imaging techniques, such as F-FDG PET/CT, can improve the evaluation and management of cardiovascular infections, particularly in complicated cases involving prosthetic valves and cardiac devices, while also highlighting the need for further research to optimize these applications.
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This document on cardiovascular infection, including infective endocarditis, is the first in the American Society of Nuclear Cardiology Imaging Indications (ASNC I) series to assess the role of radionuclide imaging in the multimodality context for the evaluation of complex systemic diseases with multi-societal involvement including pertinent disciplines. A rigorous modified Delphi approach was used to determine consensus clinical indications, diagnostic criteria, and an algorithmic approach to diagnosis of cardiovascular infection including infective endocarditis. Cardiovascular infection incidence is increasing and is associated with high morbidity and mortality.

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  • This document is the first in a series by the American Society of Nuclear Cardiology focusing on the use of radionuclide imaging for diagnosing cardiovascular infections, particularly infective endocarditis, in a comprehensive healthcare context.
  • A modified Delphi method was used to establish clinical indications, diagnostic criteria, and a structured approach for diagnosing these infections, which are increasingly common and associated with significant health risks.
  • Advanced imaging techniques, such as 18F-FDG PET/CT and SPECT/CT leukocyte scintigraphy, can significantly boost diagnostic accuracy and guide treatment decisions, especially for patients with complex cardiovascular issues or unclear initial imaging results.
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Background: is a ubiquitous gram-positive rod-shaped bacterium that can cause sepsis and neuroinvasive disease in patients with acute leukemia or neutropenia.

Methods: A single-center retrospective review was conducted to evaluate patients with acute leukemia, positive blood or cerebrospinal fluid test results for , and abnormal neuroradiographic findings between January 2018 and October 2022. Infection control practices were observed, environmental samples obtained, a dietary case-control study completed, and whole genome sequencing performed on environmental and clinical isolates.

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Background: Preterm birth (PTB) is a leading cause of neonatal mortality, such that the need for a rapid and accurate assessment for PTB risk is critical. Here, we developed a 3D printed microfluidic system that integrated solid-phase extraction (SPE) and microchip electrophoresis (μCE) of PTB biomarkers, enabling the combination of biomarker enrichment and labeling with μCE separation and fluorescence detection.

Results: Reversed-phase SPE monoliths were photopolymerized in 3D printed devices.

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Dominant paradigms in science foster integration of research findings, but at what cost? Forcing convergence requires centralizing decision-making authority, and risks reducing the diversity of methods and contributors, both of which are essential for the breakthrough ideas that advance science.

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  • The article reviews the ongoing debate surrounding antibiotic prophylaxis for preventing infective endocarditis (IE), highlighting differing recommendations from major health organizations like AHA, ESC, and NICE.
  • Guidelines on antibiotic prophylaxis have largely remained unchanged since 2009, and studies show mixed results regarding adherence to these guidelines, indicating potential confusion among healthcare providers.
  • Due to insufficient high-quality evidence and conflicting research results, the decision to recommend antibiotic prophylaxis for certain patients is still largely based on expert consensus rather than solid clinical trials.
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