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Cuscuton: A Causal Field Theory with an Infinite Speed of Sound

open access: yes, 2007
We introduce a model of scalar field dark energy, Cuscuton, which can be realized as the incompressible (or infinite speed of sound) limit of a scalar field theory with a non-canonical kinetic term (or k-essence).
Daniel J. H. Chung   +4 more
core   +1 more source

Comparison of a Miniaturized Implantable Two‐Stage Rotodynamic Blood Pump to Equivalent Single‐Stage Concepts

open access: yesArtificial Organs, EarlyView.
This study aims to evaluate the potential of a multistage pump design to enhance hemocompatibility in left ventricular assist devices. We found that the two‐stage concept offers favorable hemolysis measures compared to single‐stage designs, as the reduction in peak shear stresses outweighs the disadvantage associated with prolonged residence time ...
Sarah Linnemeier   +6 more
wiley   +1 more source

Chemical Composition And Biological Activity Of Secondary Metabolites From Cuscuta Campestris

open access: yesJuvenis Scientia
The review summarizes the literature data on the chemical composition and types of biological activity of extracts of Cuscuta campestris Yunck (field dodder), which belongs to the Convolvulaceae family. C. campestris is an aboveground parasite. Its stems
Chiriapkin, A.S.   +4 more
doaj   +1 more source

Complex adaptive systems and quantitative reasoning in an interdisciplinary STEM mathematics classroom [PDF]

open access: yes, 2013
In this presentation we will share outcomes from the Real STEM project, which provides professional development for rural teachers in the Georgia Coastal Plains supporting implementation of interdisciplinary STEM courses as well as STEM modules in ...
Greer, Kania   +2 more
core  

Ethical Considerations Regarding the Vaccination of Children—The Power Dynamics Between Doctors and Parents

open access: yesActa Paediatrica, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT While childhood vaccination programmes provide outstanding contributions to improving health, they can also pose challenges through the interactions between parents and healthcare. This paper focuses on the ethical dimensions of interactions between healthcare professionals and parents. Since the knowledge that professionals possess creates an
Mikael Sandlund   +2 more
wiley   +1 more source

The ecology of Atlantic white cedar wetlands: a community profile [PDF]

open access: yes, 1989
This monograph on the ecology of Atlantic white cedar wetlands is one of a series of U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service profiles of important freshwater wetland ecosystems of the United States.
Brody, Michael   +2 more
core  

Ethnobotanical investigation of 'wild' food plants used by rice farmers in Kalasin, Northeast Thailand [PDF]

open access: yes, 2011
Background Wild food plants are a critical component in the subsistence system of rice farmers in Northeast Thailand. One of the important characteristics of wild plant foods among farming households is that the main collection locations are increasingly
Cruz Garcia, G.S., Price, L.L.
core   +2 more sources

Embodied practice in a disembodied time: How the COVID‐19 pandemic shaped direct work with children and young people

open access: yesChild &Family Social Work, EarlyView.
Abstract The COVID‐19 pandemic and related restrictions imposed in the UK had a significant impact on social work practice with children and young people. As has been widely reported, practitioners were deprived of multisensory information in their assessments and of opportunities to connect with children.
Heather Ellis, Ariane Critchley
wiley   +1 more source

Building a precision therapeutics program at a tertiary care children's hospital

open access: yes
Pediatric Investigation, EarlyView.
Luke Hamilton   +8 more
wiley   +1 more source

Parents With Substance Use Disorder in the Holding Tight Treatment System: Intervention Effectiveness and Moderating Effects

open access: yesChild &Family Social Work, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Parents with substance use disorder have multiple risks affecting their parenting. Mental health problems and adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) with problems in emotion regulation and adult attachment insecurity may impair the early interaction with the infant.
Saara J. Salo   +4 more
wiley   +1 more source

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