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The LIBRA NeuroLimb: Hybrid Real-Time Control and Mechatronic Design for Affordable Prosthetics in Developing Regions [PDF]

Sensors, 2023
Globally, 2.5% of upper limb amputations are transhumeral, and both mechanical and electronic prosthetics are being developed for individuals with this condition.
Alonso A. Cifuentes-Cuadros, Enzo Romero, Sebastian Caballa, Daniela Vega-Centeno, Dante A. Elias   +4 more
doaj   +2 more sources

Immune check point inhibitors for ocular adnexal and periocular tumors [PDF]

Taiwan Journal of Ophthalmology
The introduction of immune checkpoint inhibitors (ICIs) into clinical medicine has resulted in more robust response rates for various malignancies, including metastatic and locally advanced periocular and ocular tumors.
Palwasha Syar, Sara Moussavi, Carlos Torres-Caballa, Bita Esmaeli   +3 more
doaj   +2 more sources

Seguridad alimentaria en la agenda 2030. Una perspectiva de los parámetros productivos en crianza de cuyes

Revista Venezolana de Gerencia, 2023
La agenda 2030 de naciones unidas establece en su objetivo 2: hambre cero logrando la seguridad alimentaria, promoviendo la mejora en los procesos productivos.
Raúl R. Caballa León, Dimas A. Quintanilla Melgar, Juan B. Girón Molina, Teodoro Espinoza Ochoa   +3 more
doaj   +1 more source

The influence of equine hoof conformation on the initiation and progression of laminitis

Equine Veterinary Journal, Volume 55, Issue 5, Page 862-871, September 2023., 2023
Abstract Background The health and performance of horses are significantly affected by diseases associated with the hoof. Laminitis is a critical hoof disease that causes pain and, potentially, severe hoof and bone pathology. Objective To generate an equine hoof finite element (FE) model to investigate the impact of normal and toe‐in hoof conformations
Naeim Akbari Shahkhosravi, Reza Kakavand, Helen M. S. Davies, Amin Komeili   +3 more
wiley   +1 more source

Frequency of cardiac arrhythmias in horses during straight and untethered swimming

Equine Veterinary Journal, Volume 55, Issue 5, Page 738-746, September 2023., 2023
Abstract Background Cardiac arrhythmias have not been previously reported in horses while swimming. Objectives To describe the type and frequency of encountered arrhythmias during repetitive swimming cycles. Study design Descriptive observational study.
Emma Santosuosso, Florent David, Shannon Massie, Silvio A. Filho, Persephone McCrae, Sarah Johnson, Renaud Leguillette   +6 more
wiley   +1 more source

Framing the benefits of European Union policy expansion on energy efficiency of buildings: A Swiss knife or a Trojan horse

European Policy Analysis, Volume 9, Issue 3, Page 219-243, Summer 2023., 2023
Abstract This paper analyzes through qualitative and quantitative analysis of European Union (EU) policy documents the framing of EU policy on energy‐efficient buildings from the 1970s to 2022. We find that it has been framed in different ways over the decades and the framing has expanded to include more and more benefits.
Fredrik von Malmborg, Martin Björklund, Johan Nordensvärd   +2 more
wiley   +1 more source

Computed tomography findings in horses presented with signs of head‐shaking

Equine Veterinary Journal, Volume 55, Issue 4, Page 649-655, July 2023., 2023
Abstract Background Trigeminal nerve‐mediated head‐shaking (TNMH) in horses is a diagnosis made by exclusion. Computed tomography (CT) is frequently used to identify any disease process that could cause the clinical signs of head‐shaking. Although abnormalities are frequently identified, it is unknown whether treatment of these conditions improves ...
Melanie Perrier, Gabriel Manso‐Díaz, Bettina Dunkel   +2 more
wiley   +1 more source

Noncompartmental pharmacokinetics of three intravenous mycophenolate mofetil concentrations in healthy Standardbred mares

Veterinary Dermatology, Volume 34, Issue 3, Page 222-234, June 2023., 2023
Background – Mycophenolate mofetil (MMF) is the prodrug of mycophenolic acid (MPA) which acts as an immunosuppressive agent. During the biotransformation of MMF to MPA, additional metabolites including MPA phenol glucuronide (MPAG), MPA acyl glucuronide (AcMPAG) and MPA phenol glucoside (MPG) are formed.
Dylan L. Burroughs, Gwendolen Lorch, Yizhen Guo, Kasey Hill, Eric L. Schroeder, Lynette K. Cole, Mitch A. Phelps   +6 more
wiley   +1 more source

Transdermal drug delivery in horses: An in vitro comparison of skin structure and permeation of two model drugs at various anatomical sites

Veterinary Dermatology, Volume 34, Issue 3, Page 235-245, June 2023., 2023
Background – Oral and parenteral drug delivery in horses can be difficult. Equine‐specific transdermal drug formulations offer improved ease of treatment; development of such formulations requires a deeper understanding of the structural and chemical tissue barrier of horse skin. Hypothesis/Objectives – To compare the structural composition and barrier
Samuel C. Bizley, Jayesh Dudhia, Roger K. W. Smith, Adrian C. Williams   +3 more
wiley   +1 more source

Equine allergic skin diseases: Clinical consensus guidelines of the World Association for Veterinary Dermatology

Veterinary Dermatology, Volume 34, Issue 3, Page 175-208, June 2023., 2023
Abstract Background Allergic skin diseases are common in horses worldwide. The most common causes are insect bites and environmental allergens. Objectives To review the current literature and provide consensus on pathogenesis, diagnosis, treatment and prevention. Materials and Methods The authors reviewed the literature up to November 2022.
R. Marsella, S. White, V. A. Fadok, D. Wilson, R. Mueller, C. Outerbridge, W. Rosenkrantz   +6 more
wiley   +1 more source