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Grafting associates two distinct genotypes, each of which maintains its own genetic identity throughout the life of the grafted organism. Grafting technology is well documented in the plant kingdom, but much less so in animals. The pearl oyster, Pinctada
Carole Blay, Serge Planes, Chin-Long KY
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Organic matrix proteins play an important role in the biomineralization of mollusc shells. We have identified and characterized a novel matrix protein, namely hic74, isolated from the mantle of the freshwater mussel Hyriopsis cumingii.
Xiaojun Liu +5 more
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Abstract Recurrent lateral patellar instability poses a technical challenge to orthopaedic surgeons. Isolated soft‐tissue procedures through medial patellofemoral ligament reconstruction or lateral release show unacceptably high failure rates. Lateral opening wedge distal femoral osteotomy addresses underlying bony malalignment and reinforces the soft ...
Alexander P. Decilveo +4 more
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Histology of The Mantle and Pearl Sac of The Pearl Oyster Pinctada Maxima (Lamellibranchia)
Summary The mantle of Pinctada maxima is covered by a single layer of epithelium with associated secretory cells. It shows regional differentiation mainly in epithelial cell height, pigmentation, ciliation, and nucleus position, and in the distribution and type of secretory cells.
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All types of bivalves have the potential to produce pearls. Pearls can be produced naturally and cultivated. In cultured pearls, pearl sac are obtained from saibo (slices of another bivalve mantle) that which come from pallial zone. This study wants know
La Eddy +2 more
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Abstract Anterior knee pain is a common problem that can be difficult to treat. One potential cause of these symptoms is supratrochlear rim, which has been linked to isolated patellar chondromalacia in patients with patella alta and without any history of patellar dislocation or subluxation.
Tomasz Piontek +3 more
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Abstract Schatzker type III tibial plateau fractures, characterized by a pure depression of the lateral articular surface, predominantly affect osteoporotic, middle‐aged, and elderly patients. Successful management requires anatomical reduction and stable fixation to minimize complications like post‐traumatic arthritis.
Renbang Huang +3 more
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An interdisciplinary in situ study of jewelled reliquaries of the True Cross integrates gemmology and portable analytical techniques, revealing new evidence on the identification and symbolic role of peridots and other gemstones. ABSTRACT Jewelled crosses containing relics of the True Cross occupy a central position in the devotional, artistic and ...
Stefania Martiniello +2 more
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This graphical abstract summarizes the main strategies for incorporating natural antimicrobial agents into thermoplastic food packaging polymers, including melt processing, surface deposition, controlled release and chemical immobilization. It highlights the major classes of natural antimicrobials, key advantages such as microbial growth reduction and ...
Florence Akinmeye +4 more
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Illegal trade of wild meat pose a severe threat to the survival of wildlife populations. The decline in the number of some species has been directly linked to these illegal activities. Poachers and traders of illegal wild meat products often mask them as livestock meat to sell to consumers who may or may not be complicit.
Moses Y. Otiende +7 more
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