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How Your Genome Affects Your Life: The Societal Impact of Cutting Edge Genetics
By Griffin Reed
Gustavus Adolphus College, USA
Published: Jun 17, 2017 | pg. no: 1-12
Abstract: Enormous advances are being made in the field of genetics that enable caregivers to predict diseases more accurately, prevent disease more effectively, and even treat disease by altering defective genes. However, many experts, including those on the Presidential Commission for the Study of Bioethical Issues, are concerned our society may be unprepared for the power that these new technologies brin ...[Read more]
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Micronized Versus Nanoparticles in Transdermal Hormone Replacement Therapy: Effects on Blood Pressure and Inflammatory Parameters in Brazilian Postmenopausal Women
By Marco Antonio Botelho
Federal University of São Paulo, Brazil
Complementary & Alternative Medicine
Published: Jun 13, 2017 | pg. no: 13
Abstract: Purpose: To assess the effects of micronized (MIC) and nanoparticulate (NANO) transdermal hormone therapy (THT) on blood pressure, fasting insulin and ultra-sensitive C-reactive protein (CRP) in postmenopausal women. Methods: In this open label study, 27 postmenopausal women, with no clinical evidence of cardiovascular disease, were randomly divided in two groups. During 12 weeks, fifteen patients ...[Read more]
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Mycotoxins in Food and Agriculture-Challenges and Opportunities
By Umesha S
University of Mysore, India
Biotechnology & Bioengineering
Published: Jun 09, 2017 | pg. no: 1-25
Abstract: Mycotoxins are secondary metabolites of molds that have adverse effects on humans, animals, and crops that result in illnesses and economic losses. A?atoxins are toxic, carcinogenic, mutagenic, teratogenic and immunosuppressive byproducts of Aspergillus spp. that contaminate a wide range of crops. Disease outbreaks due to the consumption of contaminated food and feedstuff are a recurring problem w ...[Read more]
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The Charcot Foot-An Indian Experience
By Ajit Kumar Varma
Aster DM Healthcare Ltd, India
Published: May 19, 2017 | pg. no: 1-17
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The Effects of Localized Vibration on Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness Following Intense Eccentric Cycling
By Fredrick J Peters
Kent State University, USA
Published: May 04, 2017 | pg. no: 45
Abstract: Delayed onset muscle soreness (DOMS) is musculoskeletal pain resulting from physical activity. DOMS affects athletic performance; therefore therapy is of interest to athletes. The purpose of this study was to examine the effects of localized vibration (biomechanical muscle stimulation, BMS) on biomarkers of DOMS following eccentric cycling, and to test changes ...[Read more]
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