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Abstract Microgravity is associated with stature increases, back pain and post‐flight intervertebral disc (IVD) herniation. This study aims to determine whether 30 s seated 50% body weight (BW) axial loading is comparable to 15 min sitting upright in 1 g upon changes in stature, anterior lumbar IVD height (via ultrasound), passive vertebral stiffness ...
David Marcos‐Lorenzo +6 more
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Similar to forms of hospitality given to pilgrims on Spain’s Camino de Santiago or Japan’s Shikoku pilgrimage, trail magic is a phenomenon spoken of fondly by long-distance hikers on America’s National Scenic Trails.
Kristi McLeod
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Abstract Prolonged exposure to weightlessness leads to loss of muscle and bone mass. Therefore, astronauts on board the International Space Station (ISS) currently perform mandatory daily exercises. ISS missions usually last 6 months, and future missions will become significantly longer when going, for example, to Mars.
Jonas Böcker +6 more
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Malaria Disease and Chemoprophylaxis Usage among Israeli Travelers to Endemic Countries. [PDF]
Harel R, Chazan B, Schwartz E.
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The Construction of Touristic Modernity in Xizhou [PDF]
Tim Oakes’ (1998) concept of touristic modernity accurately describes how the Chinese national discourse surrounding tourism, as both a tool for economic growth and nation-building, has shaped what the local reality has become for many towns and villages
Benton, Katherine E.
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Beyond fragmentary: A proposed measure for travel vaccination concerns. [PDF]
Adongo CA +3 more
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Abstract Barnyardgrass [Echinochloa crus‐galli (L.) P. Beauv.] is the most problematic weed of delayed‐flooded rice (Oryza sativa L.) systems in the mid‐southern United States. Recent findings suggest that acetochlor can achieve effective barnyardgrass control in rice, but rice injury can occur with rainfall soon after application.
Samuel C. Noe +5 more
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Homelessness in New Zealand [PDF]
Introduction: This paper examines homelessness in New Zealand, particularly those people living without shelter and in temporary accommodation given they can experience severe health problems.
Paul Bellamy
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Sainfoin stand termination: Variable herbicide efficacy in field conditions
Abstract Effective termination of perennial forage legumes is a critical step in a crop rotation system, particularly in arid and semi‐arid regions where soil moisture conservation and timely establishment of subsequent crops are essential. Sainfoin (Onobrychis viciifolia Scop.), a deep‐rooted, drought‐tolerant forage legume gaining renewed interest ...
Surendra Bhattarai +4 more
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Book review essay: Perspectives on environmental ethics [PDF]
Most introductory texts in environmental ethics (and philosophy in general) are anthologies, and there are advantages to this approach. No philosopher is an expert on all aspects of the field, especially if practical concerns such as climate change ...
Gunn, Alastair S.
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