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The bacterial pedome associated with foot pathologies in sheep: a case study. (2018)
Journal Article
CHAMBERS, A.K., JONES, H.G., WILKINSON, T., WORGAN, H.J., A. WARR, A., HUSON, K.M. and MCEWAN, N.R. 2018. The bacterial pedome associated with foot pathologies in sheep: a case study. Large animal review [online], 24(6), pages 243-246. Available from: https://cms.sivarnet.it/it/lar

Hoof lameness is considered to be a major health issue in sheep, and can impact on both animal welfare and production of livestock. However the causes, although generally assumed to have a microbiological basis, are poorly understood. The work presen... Read More about The bacterial pedome associated with foot pathologies in sheep: a case study..

Sand failure: effect of biocide on the geomechanical properties of outcrop carbonate rock under static conditions. (2018)
Conference Proceeding
WUYEP, E., OLUYEMI, G., YATES, K. and AKISANYA, A. 2019. Sand failure: effect of biocide on the geomechanical properties of outcrop carbonate rock under static conditions. In Kallel A., Erguler, Z.A., Cui, Z.-D., Karrech, A., Karakus, M., Kulatilake, P. and Shukla, S.K. (eds.) Recent advances in geo-environmental engineering, geomechanics and geotechnics, and geohazards: proceedings of the 1st Springer conference of the Arabian Journal of Geosciences (CAJG-1), 12-15 November 2018, Hammamet, Tunisia. Advances in science, technology and innovation: IEREK interdisciplinary series for sustainable development. Cham: Springer [online], pages 183-185. Available from: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-01665-4_43

The effects of chemical interaction of a biocide with formation rocks on the rock geomechanical strength were examined. A combination of analytical tests (Scanning Electron Microscopy/Energy-Dispersive X-Ray Analysis-SEM/EDX, X-Ray Powder Diffraction... Read More about Sand failure: effect of biocide on the geomechanical properties of outcrop carbonate rock under static conditions..

Epizootic rabbit enteropathy (ERE): a review of current knowledge. (2018)
Journal Article
PUÓN-PELÁEZ, X.-H.D., MCEWAN, N.R. and OLVERA-RAMIREZ, A.M. 2018. Epizootic rabbit enteropathy (ERE): a review of current knowledge. European scientific journal [online], 14(36), pages 137-149. Available from: https://doi.org/10.19044/esj.2018.v14n36p137

This literature review deals with Epizootic rabbit enteropathy (ERE), a condition which is potentially fatal to infected animals and continues to threaten the rabbit production industry internationally. The documented history of the condition is revi... Read More about Epizootic rabbit enteropathy (ERE): a review of current knowledge..

The effect of water treatment unit processes on cyanobacterial trichome integrity. (2018)
Journal Article
PESTANA, C.J., CAPELO-NETO, J., LAWTON, L., OLIVEIRA, S., CARLOTO, I. and LINHARES, H.P. 2019. The effect of water treatment unit processes on cyanobacterial trichome integrity. Science of the total environment [online], 659, pages 1403-1414. Available from: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.scitotenv.2018.12.337

Many toxic and/or noxious cyanobacteria appear in nature with a filamentous, stacked cell arrangement called trichomes. Although water treatment can be optimized to keep cyanobacterial cells intact and to avoid the release of toxic and/or noxious com... Read More about The effect of water treatment unit processes on cyanobacterial trichome integrity..

Interaction of NKX3.1 and SELENOP genotype with prostate cancer recurrence. (2018)
Journal Article
DONADIO, J.L.S., LIU, L., FREEMAN, V.L., EKOUE, D.N., DIAMOND, A.M. and BERMANO, G. 2018. Interaction of NKX3.1 and SELENOP genotype with prostate cancer recurrence. Prostate [online], 79(5), pages 462-467. Available from: https://doi.org/10.1002/pros.23752

Background: NKX3.1 is a tumor suppressor frequently lost in prostate cancer. Previous studies by others indicated that the risks associated with reduced NKX3.1 levels can be enhanced by anti-oxidant supplementation. Selenium is an essential component... Read More about Interaction of NKX3.1 and SELENOP genotype with prostate cancer recurrence..

A case study of the implementation and sustainability of medication reviews in older patients by clinical pharmacists. (2018)
Journal Article
KEMPEN, T.G.H., GILLESPIE, U., FÄRDBORG, M., MCINTOSH, J., MAIR, A. and STEWART, D. 2018. A case study of the implementation and sustainability of medication reviews in older patients by clinical pharmacists. Research in social and administrative pharmacy [online], 15(11), pages 1309-1316. Available from: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.sapharm.2018.12.006

Background : Medication reviews have been introduced as healthcare interventions to decrease inappropriate polypharmacy in older patients, but implementation in practice is challenging. Objective: This case study aimed to explore the events, actions... Read More about A case study of the implementation and sustainability of medication reviews in older patients by clinical pharmacists..

Offshore workers and health behaviour change: an exploration using the Theoretical Domains Framework. (2018)
Journal Article
GIBSON SMITH, K., PAUDYAL, V., QUINN, F., KLEIN, S. and STEWART, D. 2018. Offshore workers and health behaviour change: an exploration using the Theoretical Domains Framework. International maritime health [online], 69(4), pages 248-256. Available from: https://doi.org/10.5603/IMH.2018.0040

Background: Previous research has identified the importance of promoting behaviour change within the offshore workforce. This qualitative study sought to: identify self-care behaviours perceived to require behaviour change within the offshore workfor... Read More about Offshore workers and health behaviour change: an exploration using the Theoretical Domains Framework..

Zinc-modified nanotransporter of anticancer drugs for targeted therapy: biophysical analysis. (2018)
Journal Article
SKALICKOVA, S., DOCEKALOVA, M., STANKOVA, M., UHLIROVA, D., RUTTKAY-NEDECKY, B., FERNANDEZ, C., KEPINSKA, M., MILNEROWICZ, H. and KIZEK, R. 2019. Zinc-modified nanotransporter of anticancer drugs for targeted therapy: biophysical analysis. Journal of nanoscience and nanotechnology [online], 19(5), pages 2483-2488. Available from: https://doi.org/10.1166/jnn.2019.15870

Modern anticancer therapy aims to increase the effectiveness of tumor treatment. The aim of this work was to propose a new nanotransporter for targeted delivery of anthracycline antibiotics, which is characterized by its bioavailability, increased up... Read More about Zinc-modified nanotransporter of anticancer drugs for targeted therapy: biophysical analysis..

Development of new silver nanoparticles suitable for materials with antimicrobial properties. (2018)
Journal Article
RUTTKAY-NEDECKY, B., SKALICKOVA, S., KEPINSKA, M., CIHALOVA, K., DOCEKALOVA, M., STANKOVA, M., UHLIROVA, D., FERNANDEZ, C., SOCHOR, J., MILNEROWICZ, H., BEKLOVA, M. and KIZEK, R. 2019. Development of new silver nanoparticles suitable for materials with antimicrobial properties. Journal of nanoscience and nanotechnology [online], 19(5), pages 2762-2769. Available from: https://doi.org/10.1166/jnn.2019.15867

Silver nanoparticles are the most important nanoparticles in connection with the antimicrobial effect. Nowadays, the green synthesis of various types of nanoparticles is rapid, effective and produce less toxic nanoparticles often with specific proper... Read More about Development of new silver nanoparticles suitable for materials with antimicrobial properties..

A theoretically informed survey of the views and experiences of practicing pharmacists on research conduct, dissemination and translation. (2018)
Journal Article
STEWART, D., CUNNINGHAM, S., STRATH, A., MACLURE, A., GIBSON-SMITH, K., RUSHWORTH, G.F., DREISCHULTE, T., NICOLSON, C., PFLEGER, D., TIERNAN, D. and MACLURE, K. 2019. A theoretically informed survey of the views and experiences of practicing pharmacists on research conduct, dissemination and translation. Research in social and administrative pharmacy [online], 15(11), pages 1298-1308. Available from: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.sapharm.2018.12.005

While studies have reported pharmacists' perspectives of research involvement, almost all are limited by sector, have little focus on research translation and have not incorporated behavior change theory. The objective of this research was to determi... Read More about A theoretically informed survey of the views and experiences of practicing pharmacists on research conduct, dissemination and translation..

The potential use of plant natural products and plant extracts with antioxidant properties for the prevention/treatment of neurodegenerative diseases: in vitro, in vivo and clinical trials. (2018)
Journal Article
POHL, F. and KONG THOO LIN, P. 2018. The potential use of plant natural products and plant extracts with antioxidant properties for the prevention/treatment of neurodegenerative diseases: in vitro, in vivo and clinical trials. Molecules [online], 23(12), article ID 3283. Available from: https://doi.org/10.3390/molecules23123283

Neurodegenerative disorders, including Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease and Huntington's disease, present a major health issue and financial burden for health care systems around the world. The impact of these diseases will further increase o... Read More about The potential use of plant natural products and plant extracts with antioxidant properties for the prevention/treatment of neurodegenerative diseases: in vitro, in vivo and clinical trials..

Twice-daily insulin glargine for patients with uncontrolled type 2 diabetes mellitus. (2018)
Journal Article
ELEDRISI, M., SULEIMAN, N.N., SALAMEH, O., HAMAD, M.K., RABADI, O., MOHAMED, A., AL ADAWI, R. and SALAM, A. 2019. Twice-daily insulin glargine for patients with uncontrolled type 2 diabetes mellitus. Journal of clinical and translational endocrinology [online], 15, pages 35-36. Available from: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jcte.2018.12.002

Insulin glargine is recombinant human insulin analog that is commonly used in patients with type 2 diabetes as well as those with type 1 diabetes. Pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamics studies of insulin glargine had shown that it has an onset of acti... Read More about Twice-daily insulin glargine for patients with uncontrolled type 2 diabetes mellitus..

In situ atomic-scale oscillation sublimation of magnesium under CO₂ conditions. (2018)
Journal Article
SUN, Y., GUO, J., FERNANDEZ, C., HUANG, J. and PENG, Q. 2019. In situ atomic-scale oscillation sublimation of magnesium under CO2 conditions. Langmuir [online], 35(1), pages 300-305. Available from: https://doi.org/10.1021/acs.langmuir.8b03580

Understanding the interactive role between Mg and CO₂ is crucial for many technological applications, including CO₂ storage, melting protection, corrosion resistance, and ceramic welding. Here we report observations of rapid oscillation sublimation o... Read More about In situ atomic-scale oscillation sublimation of magnesium under CO₂ conditions..

Consumer perception of water quality during an off-flavor event in Fortaleza-Brazil. (2018)
Journal Article
PESTANA, C.J., CAPELO NETO, J., BARROS, M.U.G., MENEZES, I., GÓIS, A. and SANTOS, G. 2019. Consumer perception of water quality during an off-flavor event in Fortaleza-Brazil. Journal of water supply: research and technology-Aqua [online], 68(1), pages 63-73. Available from: https://doi.org/10.2166/aqua.2018.077

During a taste and odor episode (2-methylisoborneol) in a reservoir that supplies the Fortaleza Metropolitan Region, Brazil, two surveys were conducted to determine tap water usage behavior as well as the sensory sensitivity towards off-flavors of pa... Read More about Consumer perception of water quality during an off-flavor event in Fortaleza-Brazil..

Enantioselective LC-MS/MS for anthropogenic markers of septic tank discharge. (2018)
Journal Article
RAMAGE, S., CAMACHO-MUÑOZ, D. and PETRIE, B. 2019. Enantioselective LC-MS/MS for anthropogenic markers of septic tank discharge. Chemosphere [online], 219, pages 191-201. Available from: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.chemosphere.2018.12.007

Households in rural locations utilize septic tanks for wastewater treatment and can cause surface water contamination. A new methodology was developed to help investigate the role septic tanks play in the dissemination of prescription and over-the-co... Read More about Enantioselective LC-MS/MS for anthropogenic markers of septic tank discharge..

Kinetic mechanism for modelling of electrochemical mediatedenzyme reactions and determination of enzyme kinetics parameters. (2018)
Journal Article
KIRTHIGA, O.M., RAJENDRAN, L. and FERNANDEZ, C. 2018. Kinetic mechanism for modelling of electrochemical mediatedenzyme reactions and determination of enzyme kinetics parameters. Russian journal of electrochmistry [online], 54(11), pages 783-795. Available from: https://doi.org/10.1134/s1023193518110034

The non-steady state current density for reversible electrochemical coupled with a homogeneous enzyme reaction and a constant potential is presented in this manuscript for the first time. The model is based on non-stationary diffusion equations with... Read More about Kinetic mechanism for modelling of electrochemical mediatedenzyme reactions and determination of enzyme kinetics parameters..

A Scottish and Japanese experience of patient-centred diabetic care: descriptive study of interprofessional education on live webinar. (2018)
Journal Article
SUEMATSU, M., JOSEPH, S., ABE, K., YASUI, H., TAKAHASHI, N., OKAZAKI, K., HAXTON, J., MCFADYEN, M., WALKER, P. and DIACK, L. 2018. A Scottish and Japanese experience of patient-centred diabetic care: descriptive study of interprofessional education on live webinar. Nagoya journal of medical science [online], 80(4), pages 465-473. Available from: https://doi.org/10.18999/nagjms.80.4.465

To minimise the global burden of diabetes, the awareness of appropriate intervention methods for diabetes education and practice is essential. This project is the first international interprofessional education (IIPE) for the awareness of diabetes, w... Read More about A Scottish and Japanese experience of patient-centred diabetic care: descriptive study of interprofessional education on live webinar..

A rapid method for the detection of sarcosine using SPIONs/Au/CS/SOX/NPs for prostate cancer sensing. (2018)
Journal Article
UHLIROVA, D., STANKOVA, M., DOCEKALOVA, M., HOSNEDLOVA, B., KEPINSKA, M., RUTTKAY-NEDECKY, B., RUZICKA, J., FERNANDEZ, C., MILNEROWICZ, H. and KIZEK, R. 2018. A rapid method for the detection of sarcosine using SPIONs/Au/CS/SOX/NPs for prostate cancer sensing. International journal of molecular sciences [online], 19(12), article ID 3722. Available from: https://doi.org/10.3390/ijms19123722

Background: Sarcosine is an amino acid that is formed by methylation of glycine and is present in trace amounts in the body. Increased sarcosine concentrations in blood plasma and urine are manifested in sarcosinemia and in some other diseases such a... Read More about A rapid method for the detection of sarcosine using SPIONs/Au/CS/SOX/NPs for prostate cancer sensing..

Stereoselective LC-MS/MS methodologies for environmental analysis of chiral pesticides. (2018)
Journal Article
PETRIE, B., MUÑOZ, M.D.C. and MARTIN, J. 2018. Stereoselective LC-MS/MS methodologies for environmental analysis of chiral pesticides. Trends in analytical chemistry [online], 110, pages 249-258. Available from: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.trac.2018.11.010

Chiral pesticides can exert stereospecific toxicity in contaminated environmental compartments. Therefore, measuring pesticides at the enantiomeric level is essential to assess the risk posed to exposed organisms, including humans. In recent years, t... Read More about Stereoselective LC-MS/MS methodologies for environmental analysis of chiral pesticides..

Attitudes to meatless meals: a comparison of the general public and those with links to the agricultural economy. (2018)
Journal Article
MACKENZIE, M. and SHANAHAN, L. 2018. Attitudes to meatless meals: a comparison of the general public and those with links to the agricultural economy. Nutrition and food science [online], 48(6), pages 858-872. Available from: https://doi.org/10.1108/NFS-12-2017-0266

Purpose: Adopting meat reduction strategies within the UK is fundamental to limiting environmental damage and achieving public health benefits. This paper aims to compare the attitudes to adopting meat reduction strategies within the general populati... Read More about Attitudes to meatless meals: a comparison of the general public and those with links to the agricultural economy..