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A novel detrimental homozygous mutation in the WFS1 gene in two sisters from nonconsanguineous parents with untreated diabetes insipidus [PDF]

, 2019
Given the limited lifespan and with the recent progress in experimental treatments for WS, timely diagnosis and multidisciplinary treatment for DI/DM, hydronephrosis, and visual/psychiatric status-maintaining quality of life-are of crucial ...
Delides, Alexandros, Dinopoulos, Argyrios, Kleanthous, Kleanthis, Manolakos, Emmanouil, Mastorakos, Georgios, Nikolopoulos, Thomas, Papadimitriou, Anastasios, Papadimitriou, Dimitrios T, Tiulpakov, Anatoly, Urano, Fumihiko, Voros, Gerasimos, Zoupanos, George   +11 more
core   +2 more sources

Emotional experiences and stigma among families benefiting from Barcelona's shock plan against school segregation and for inclusion and equal opportunities and educational success

British Educational Research Journal, EarlyView.
Abstract This article examines the emotional experiences and processes of stigmatisation encountered by families benefiting from the Shock Plan Against Segregation and for Inclusion, Equal Opportunities and Educational Success (SP), implemented in Barcelona.
Andrea Jover, Martí Manzano, Berta Llos, Andreu Termes   +3 more
wiley   +1 more source

Assessing a Method of Mechanical Cervical Dislocation as a Humane Option for On-Farm Killing Using Anesthetized Poults and Young Turkeys

Frontiers in Veterinary Science, 2018
Our objective was to determine the efficacy of manual cervical dislocation vs. a mechanical cervical dislocation device for on-farm killing of poults and young turkeys.
Caitlin R. Woolcott, Stephanie Torrey, Patricia V. Turner, Heather Chalmers, Lena J. Levison, Karen Schwean-Lardner, Tina M. Widowski   +6 more
doaj   +1 more source

Understanding the paradox of primary teacher shortage in low‐income countries: Insights from Malawi

British Educational Research Journal, EarlyView.
Abstract Malawi faces a persistent and chronic teacher shortage, particularly at the primary school level, with much of the challenge attributed to teacher supply constraints. While the causes of teacher shortages are known to be complex and context‐dependent, there remains a lack of in‐depth, country‐specific research to guide effective policies ...
Peter Mtika, Edward M. Sosu
wiley   +1 more source

Glutamatergic neurotransmission from melanopsin retinal ganglion cells is required for neonatal photoaversion but not adult pupillary light reflex. [PDF]

PLoS ONE, 2013
Melanopsin-expressing retinal ganglion cells (mRGCs) in the eye play an important role in many light-activated non-image-forming functions including neonatal photoaversion and the adult pupillary light reflex (PLR).
Anton Delwig, Sriparna Majumdar, Kelly Ahern, Matthew M LaVail, Robert Edwards, Thomas S Hnasko, David R Copenhagen   +6 more
doaj   +1 more source

‘They just want the perfect kids on show’: The illegal exclusion of children with special educational needs and disabilities from primary schools

British Educational Research Journal, EarlyView.
Abstract Guidance from the Department for Education stipulates that permanent exclusions should only be used as a last resort and where there is potential for harm to come to anyone in the school setting. Suspensions are positioned as a tool to communicate to a pupil that their behaviour is in breach of the school's behaviour policy.
Megan Whitehouse
wiley   +1 more source

Understanding exam access arrangements in practice: Challenges and opportunities

British Educational Research Journal, EarlyView.
Abstract Secondary students with specific learning difficulties (SpLD) often face challenges with academic tasks, particularly with high‐stakes examinations. Exam access arrangements (EAA) are provided as reasonable adjustments to reduce disadvantage for students with SpLD.
Catherine Antalek, Amelia Roberts, Emma Sumner   +2 more
wiley   +1 more source

Is there space for dyslexia in high‐attainment educational environments? Evidence from the Millennium Cohort Study into attainment grouping in English primary schools

British Educational Research Journal, EarlyView.
Abstract Attainment grouping is an important policy issue and is increasingly practiced in UK primary schools, with researchers presenting contrasting stances on the impact to pupils' attainment and academic self‐concept. This original research statistically analyses the Millennium Cohort Study (MCS) data (N = 3510) and explores: (i) whether dyslexic ...
Esther Alice Outram
wiley   +1 more source

The Form and Function of Retinal Ganglion Cells in Diabetes

Cells
This review examines how diabetes affects the ganglion cells of the retina, including the axons that make up the optic nerve. Links between established changes in the morphology of retinal ganglion cells (RGCs) and vision loss, as well as other functions,
Alistair J. Barber
doaj   +1 more source

Voluntary Control of the Near Reflex: A Case Report

Türk Oftalmoloji Dergisi, 2014
Spasm of the near reflex is a rare disorder that involves intermittent and variable episodes of esotropia, pseudomyopia, and pupillary myosis. It is usually functional in origin and is seen mainly in young patients.
Serpil Akar, Birsen Gökyiğit, Ebru Demet Aygıt, Pelin Kaynak, Ahmet Demirok   +4 more
doaj   +1 more source