Insights into the effect of surface ligands on the optical properties of thiolated Au25 nanoclusters

Chem. Commun., 2016, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/C6CC00857G, Communication

Xun Yan, Nirmal Goswami, Weiliang Chen, Qiaofeng Yao, Jianping Xie
An abnormal optical absorption at about 780 and 980 nm was observed for Au25 nanoclusters (NCs) protected by negatively charged thiolate ligands collocating with positively or neutrally charged thiolate ligands,...
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Photoactivatable cytotoxic agents derived from mitochondria-targeting luminescent iridium(III) poly(ethylene glycol) complexes modified with a nitrobenzyl linkage

Chem. Commun., 2016, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/C6CC00918B, Communication

Karson Ka-Shun Tso, Kam-Keung Leung, Hua-Wei Liu, Kenneth Kam-Wing Lo
Two novel photoactivatable mitochondria-targeting luminescent iridium(III) poly(ethylene glycol) (PEG) complexes incorporated with a nitrobenzyl group have been designed. They show minimal cytotoxic activity in the dark, but become significantly cytotoxic...
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A novel dimethylformamide (DMF) free bar-cast method to deposit organolead perovskite thin films with improved stability

Chem. Commun., 2016, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/C5CC09859A, Communication

Eurig Wyn Jones, Peter James Holliman, Arthur Connell, Matthew Lloyd Davies, Jenny Baker, Robert J. Hobbs, Sanjay Ghosh, Leo Furnell, Rosie Anthony, Cameron Pleydell-Pearce
We report a solvent-free approach to synthesizing organolead perovskites by using solid state reactions to coat perovskite crystals onto Al2O3 or TiO2 nanoparticles followed by addition of terpineol affording perovskite...
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Unexplained Neonatal Cardiorespiratory Collapse at Five Minutes of Age

We report a case in which a term neonate suffered cardiorespiratory collapse at five minutes of age following an uncomplicated delivery and Apgar score of eight at one minute. Following prolonged cardiopulmonary resuscitation, the infant recovered well with no neurological deficit. Although sudden and unexpected postnatal collapse has been extensively described, this case does not fulfil its definition criteria. It provides a diagnostic challenge for clinicians and to the best of our knowledge is the first report of unexplained cardiorespiratory collapse at five minutes of age. The case serves as a timely reminder that cord gas analysis is recommended in all cases of potential fetal compromise and that Apgar scores should be used with caution as a predictor of neurological sequelae.

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Determination of particle size, surface area, and shape of supplementary cementitious materials by different techniques

The particle size distribution, surface area and shape are fundamental characteristics of supplementary cementitious materials (SCMs). Accurate measurement of these properties is required in computational efforts to model the hydration process, and the characterization of these parameters is also an important practical issue during the production and use of blended cements. Since there are no standard procedures specifically for the determination of physical properties of SCMs, the techniques that are currently used for characterizing Portland cement are applied to SCMs. Based on the fact that most of the techniques have been developed to measure cements, limitations occur when these methods are used for other materials than cement, particularly when these have lower fineness and different particle shape and mineralogical composition. Here, samples of fly ash, granulated blast furnace slag and silica fume were tested. Different results obtained using several methods for the determination of specific surface area are presented. Recommendations for testing SCMs using air permeability, sieving, laser diffraction, BET, image analysis and MIP are provided, which represent an output from the work of the RILEM Technical Committee on Hydration and Microstructure of Concrete with Supplementary Cementitious Materials (TC-238-SCM).

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Improved multiple cracking and autogenous healing in cementitious materials by means of chemically-treated natural fibres

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Feasibility study of the use of concrete sludge as alternative raw material for Portland clinker production

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Modification of the embryo's genome: more useful in research than in the clinic

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From straw in bricks to modern use of microfibers in cementitious composites for improved autogenous healing: a review

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Application of modified-alginate encapsulated carbonate producing bacteria in concrete: a promising strategy for crack self-healing

Self-healing concrete holds promising benefits to reduce the cost for concrete maintenance and repair as cracks are autonomously repaired without any human intervention. In this study, the application of a carbonate precipitating bacterium Bacillus sphaericus was explored. Regarding the harsh condition in concrete, B. sphaericus spores were first encapsulated into a modified-alginate based hydrogel (AM-H) which was proven to have a good compatibility with the bacteria and concrete regarding the influence on bacterial viability and concrete strength. Experimental results show that the spores were still viable after encapsulation. Encapsulated spores can precipitate a large amount of CaCO3 in/on the hydrogel matrix (around 70% by weight). Encapsulated B. sphaericus spores were added into mortar specimens and bacterial in situ activity was demonstrated by the oxygen consumption on the mimicked crack surface. While specimens with free spores added showed no oxygen consumption. This indicates the efficient protection of the hydrogel for spores in concrete. To conclude, the AM-H encapsulated carbonate precipitating bacteria have great potential to be used for crack self-healing in concrete applications.

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Open-identity sperm donation: how does offering donor-identifying information relate to donor-conceived offspring’s wishes and needs?

Over the past years, a growing number of countries have legislated open-identity donation, in which donor-conceived offspring are given access to the donor's identity once the child has reached maturity. It is held that donor anonymity creates identity problems for such children similar to the "genealogical bewilderment" described within the adoption context. The study of the social and psychological effects of open-identity donation is still very much in its infancy, but what has been left unquestioned is whether (and to what extent) offering access to the donor's name and address is an adequate response to such effects. This study has two goals: First, we aim to provide a systematic review of the reasons why donor-conceived (DC) offspring want to know the identity of their sperm donor. Second, we examine to what extent the provision of donor-identifying information can satisfy the reasons mentioned. The most important motivations appear to be: (1) to avoid medical risks and consanguineous relationships; (2) to satisfy curiosity; (3) to learn more about the self or to complete one's identity; (4) to learn more about what kind of person the donor is (biographical information, why he donated, etc.); (5) to form a relationship with the donor and/or his family; and (6) to learn about one's ancestry/genealogy. Our analysis shows that for nearly all of these reasons access to the donor's identity is not necessary. In those cases where it is, moreover, donor identification is not sufficient. What is really needed is (extended) contact with the donor, rather than the mere provision of his name.

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Physical characterization methods for supplementary cementitious materials

The main supplementary cementitious materials (SCMs) that are used today are industrial by-products. In most cases the quality of these materials cannot be controlled during their production, resulting in materials with varied characteristics. The adequate physical characterization of SCMs is important to better predict their performance and optimize their use in concretes production. There are standardized methods used to determine the particle characteristics for Portland cements that are usually adopted to characterize SCMs; however, these methods may not be as accurate when applied to SCMs. This paper is an overview of the techniques that are currently used for the determination of the density, particle size distribution, surface area and shape of SCMs. The main principles of each method are presented. The limitations that occur for the SCMs measurements are also discussed. This paper is an output from the work of the RILEM Technical Committee on Hydration and Microstructure of Concrete with Supplementary Cementitious Materials (TC-238-SCM).

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A European perspective on testicular tissue cryopreservation for fertility preservation in prepubertal and adolescent boys

STUDY QUESTION: What clinical practices, patient management strategies and experimental methods are currently being used to preserve and restore the fertility of prepubertal boys and adolescent males? SUMMARY ANSWER: Based on a review of the clinical literature and research evidence for sperm freezing and testicular tissue cryopreservation, and after consideration of the relevant ethical and legal challenges, an algorithm for the cryopreservation of sperm and testicular tissue is proposed for prepubertal boys and adolescent males at high risk of fertility loss. WHAT IS KNOWN ALREADY: A known late effect of the chemotherapy agents and radiation exposure regimes used to treat childhood cancers and other non-malignant conditions in males is the damage and/or loss of the proliferating spermatogonial stem cells in the testis. Cryopreservation of spermatozoa is the first line treatment for fertility preservation in adolescent males. Where sperm retrieval is impossible, such as in prepubertal boys, or it is unfeasible in adolescents prior to the onset of ablative therapies, alternative experimental treatments such as testicular tissue cryopreservation and the harvesting and banking of isolated spermatogonial stem cells can now be proposed as viable means of preserving fertility. STUDY DESIGN, SIZE, DURATION: Advances in clinical treatments, patient management strategies and the research methods used to preserve sperm and testicular tissue for prepubertal boys and adolescents were reviewed. A snapshot of the up-take of testis cryopreservation as a means to preserve the fertility of young males prior to December 2012 was provided using a questionnaire. PARTICIPANTS/MATERIALS, SETTING, METHODS: A comprehensive literature review was conducted. In addition, survey results of testis freezing practices in young patients were collated from 24 European centres and Israeli University Hospitals. MAIN RESULTS AND THE ROLE OF CHANCE: There is increasing evidence of the use of testicular tissue cryopreservation as a meansto preserve the fertility of pre- and peri-pubertal boys of up to 16 year-old. The survey results indicate that of the 14 respondents, half of the centres were actively offering testis tissue cryobanking as a means of safeguarding the future fertility of boys and adolescents as more than 260 young patients (age range less than 1 year old to 16 years of age), had already undergone testicular tissue retrieval and storage for fertility preservation. The remaining centres were considering the implementation of a tissue-based fertility preservation programme for boys undergoing oncological treatments. LIMITATIONS, REASONS FOR CAUTION: The data collected were limited by the scope of the questionnaire, the geographical range of the survey area, and the small number of respondents. WIDER IMPLICATIONS OF THE FINDINGS: The clinical and research questions identified and the ethical and legal issues raised are highly relevant to the multi-disciplinary teams developing treatment strategies to preserve the fertility of prepubertal and adolescent boys who have a high risk of fertility loss due to ablative interventions, trauma or genetic pre-disposition.

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Intensity-modulated radiotherapy for recurrent and second primary head and neck cancer in previously irradiated territory

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The Protective Effects of 18β-Glycyrrhetinic Acid on Helicobacter pylori-Infected Gastric Mucosa in Mongolian Gerbils

18β-Glycyrrhetinic acid (GRA), a major component of Glycyrrhiza glabra, is widely used therapeutically in clinic. In this study, the effect of GRA on Helicobacter pylori- (H. pylori-) infected gastritis was investigated in Mongolian gerbils in vivo. The gerbils were randomly divided into groups: uninfected; H. pylori-infected; H. pylori + antibiotics (clarithromycin, amoxicillin, and esomeprazole); and H. pylori + GRA. The gastric intraluminal pH value, histopathological changes, and the expression levels of inflammation-related cytokines (IL-1β, TNF-α, COX-2, and iNOS) were investigated. The results showed that, in the H. pylori + GRA group, the intraluminal gastric pH value was lower ( versus , ), erosion and hyperplasia were alleviated, the infiltration of neutrophils and mononuclear cells was attenuated (), and the expression levels of TNF-α, IL-1β, COX-2, and iNOS were decreased () compared with the H. pylori-infected group. There was no significant difference in results between the H. pylori + GRA group and the H. pylori + antibiotics group. This study indicated that GRA significantly attenuated H. pylori-infected gastritis in gerbils and has the potential to be developed as a new therapeutic drug.

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Front–Rear Polarization by Mechanical Cues: From Single Cells to Tissues

Publication date: Available online 23 February 2016
Source:Trends in Cell Biology
Author(s): Benoit Ladoux, René-Marc Mège, Xavier Trepat
Directed cell migration is a complex process that involves front–rear polarization, characterized by cell adhesion and cytoskeleton-based protrusion, retraction, and contraction of either a single cell or a cell collective. Single cell polarization depends on a variety of mechanochemical signals including external adhesive cues, substrate stiffness, and confinement. In cell ensembles, coordinated polarization of migrating tissues results not only from the application of traction forces on the extracellular matrix but also from the transmission of mechanical stress through intercellular junctions. We focus here on the impact of mechanical cues on the establishment and maintenance of front–rear polarization from single cell to collective cell behaviors through local or large-scale mechanisms.



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Intestine-specific homeobox (ISX) induces intestinal metaplasia and cell proliferation to contribute to gastric carcinogenesis

Journal of Gastroenterology

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HCV kinetic and modeling analyses indicate similar time to cure among sofosbuvir combination regimens with daclatasvir, simeprevir or ledipasvir

Journal of Hepatology

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Validation of preoperative cardiopulmonary exercise testing-derived variables to predict in-hospital morbidity after major colorectal surgery

British Journal of Surgery

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Factors affecting choice of repair in Mohs micrographic surgery for non-melanoma skin cancer of the head

Abstract

Background/Objectives

In Mohs micrographic surgery (MMS) the dermatologist serves as surgeon, pathologist and reconstructive surgeon. Analysis of the factors that play a part in determining defect size and closure type may result in better patient outcomes. The objective was to identify factors contributing to the defect size and closure method employed in MMS.

Methods

Retrospective analysis of all MMS performed for non-melanoma skin cancers (NMSC) of the head at the Skin and Cancer Foundation Australia, Westmead, between 1 January and 31 December 2007.

Results

Tumor size was the main factor involved in the final defect size (r²: 0.60, P < 0.001), but the sex and age of the patient, tumour pathology, site and surgeon were also significantly associated with the final defect size. In a multivariate analysis, only sex did not remain as an independent factor. Regarding closure method, the age of the patient, defect size, site and surgeon were significantly associated, but patient's age did not remain significant in the multivariate analysis.

Conclusion

Our study has demonstrated that the performing surgeon is a relevant factor in the determination of defect size and repair methods in MMS. The factors underlying this variability require further study as decisions on closure method should be made objectively, based on patient-related and tumour-related factors. As expected, the location and size of the defect are the other factors that determine the chosen method of repair.

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Molecular Impairment Mechanisms of Novel OPA1 Mutations Predicted by Molecular Modeling in Patients With Autosomal Dominant Optic Atrophy and Auditory Neuropathy Spectrum Disorder.

Hypothesis: Different missense mutations of the optic atrophy 1 gene (OPA1) identified in optic atrophy patients with auditory neuropathy spectrum disorder (ANSD) induce functional impairment through different molecular mechanisms. Background: OPA1 is the gene responsible for autosomal dominant optic atrophy (ADOA), but some of its mutations are also associated with ANSD. OPA1 is a member of the GTPase family of proteins and plays a key role in the maintenance of mitochondrial activities that are dependent on dimer formation of the protein. There are many reports of OPA1 mutations, but the molecular mechanisms of their functional impairments are unclear. Methods: The sequences of coding regions in OPA1 were analyzed from blood samples of ADOA patients with ANSD. Molecular modeling of the protein's ability to form dimers and its GTP-binding ability were conducted to study the effects of structural changes in OPA1 caused by two identified mutations and their resultant effects on protein function. Results: Two heterozygous mutations, p.T414P (c.1240A>C) and p.T540P (c.1618A>C), located in the GTPase and middle domains of OPA1, respectively, were identified in two patients. Molecular modeling indicated decreased dimer formation caused by destabilization of the association structure of the p.T414P mutant, and decreased GTP-binding caused by destabilization of the binding site structure in the p.T540P mutant. Conclusion: These two different conformational changes might result in decreased GTPase activities that trigger ADOA associated with ANSD, and are likely to be associated with mild clinical features. Molecular modeling would provide useful information in clinical practice. Copyright (C) 2016 by Otology & Neurotology, Inc. Image copyright (C) 2010 Wolters Kluwer Health/Anatomical Chart Company

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Diffusion Tensor Imaging Tractography of the Facial Nerve in Patients With Cerebellopontine Angle Tumors.

Objective: To demonstrate the utility of diffusion tensor imaging (DTI) fiber tractography of the facial nerve in patients with cerebellopontine angle (CPA) tumors. Study Design: Prospective. Setting: Tertiary referral center. Patients: DTI technique was established in 113 patients without tumors and in 28 patients with CPA tumors. Subsequently, DTI results were compared with intraoperative findings in 21 patients with medium and large-sized tumors, treated surgically via a translabyrinthine approach. Intervention: Three Tesla magnetic resonance (MR) was used for DTI tractography. For patients without CPA tumors, the scanning protocol was 32 directions with a 3 x 3 x 3 mm voxel size. For CPA tumor patients, scanning protocol was 32 directions with a 2 x 2 x 2 mm voxel size. DTI data were used to track the facial nerve. Main Outcome Measures: Facial nerve identification rate. Results: Facial nerve identification rate in MR-DTI was 97% and 100% in patients without tumors and in patients with tumors of the CPA of the internal auditory canal that were not treated surgically, respectively. MR-DTI identification of the facial nerve was successful in 20 patients who were treated surgically (95%). Good agreement between surgical findings and MR-DTI results was found in 19 patients (90%). Conclusion: MR DTI tractography is an effective technique in positively identifying the position of the facial nerve in patients with CPA tumors. Copyright (C) 2016 by Otology & Neurotology, Inc. Image copyright (C) 2010 Wolters Kluwer Health/Anatomical Chart Company

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Repeated Postoperative Follow-up Diffusion-Weighted Magnetic Resonance Imaging to Detect Residual or Recurrent Cholesteatoma.

Objective: In our institution, follow-up diffusion-weighted imaging (DWI) after cholesteatoma surgery is performed at least twice. The aim of this study was to determine the yield of the second follow-up DWI (D-W MRI-2) in patients in whom the first postoperative DWI (D-W MRI-1) was negative for residual or recurrent cholesteatoma. Study Design: A retrospective analysis. Setting: Tertiary referral center. Patients: Patients were included if 1) they had at least two postoperative DWI examinations after a canal wall up procedure with apparently complete cholesteatoma resection; 2) D-W MRI-1 was performed between 6 and 24 months after surgery and D-W MRI-2 performed at least 6 months after D-W MRI-1; 3) both DWI examinations were of good quality and covering the whole mastoid-middle ear region; 4) D-W MRI-1 was unequivocally negative for cholesteatoma; and 5) there was no clinical suspicion on otoscopy of recurrent cholesteatoma nor a surgical intervention between these two postoperative DWI examinations. In total, 45 separate ears in 44 patients were included. Results: In 14 ears (31%) D-W MRI-2 was positive (n = 8) or equivocal (n = 6) for cholesteatoma. In six of eight patients with positive D-W MRI-2, follow-up surgery was performed. Cholesteatoma was found in five of them. None of the patients with equivocal findings on D-W MRI-2 was operated on. Patients with positive D-W MRI-2 were of young age. There were no observable differences for sex, side, time between surgery and D-W MRI-1, time between surgery and D-W MRI-2, or time between D-W MRI-1 and D-W MRI-2, or for the location of cholesteatoma at surgery. In the study period there was a trend to perform D-W MRI-1 and D-W MRI-2 earlier after initial surgery. In the same period, there was an evident decrease in average age of the patient population. Conclusion: Despite cholesteatoma surgery without macroscopic residue, clinical follow-up and routine first follow-up DWI without any signs of residual or recurrent disease, repeat follow-up DWI showed evidence of cholesteatoma in 31% of patients. On the basis of the findings in this study, repeated follow-up DWI is recommended. Copyright (C) 2016 by Otology & Neurotology, Inc. Image copyright (C) 2010 Wolters Kluwer Health/Anatomical Chart Company

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Lack of Evidence for Nonotosclerotic Stapes Fixation in Human Temporal Bone Histopathology.

Hypothesis: Nonotosclerotic stapes fixation does not represent a significant cause of stapes ankylosis in patients undergoing stapedectomy; the vast majority have otosclerosis. Background: Nonotosclerotic stapes fixation has been proposed as the diagnosis in 30 to 40% of patients undergoing stapedectomy (after excluding rare congenital, systemic, and syndromic causes of stapes fixation and tympanosclerosis). This finding was based on the histopathologic evaluation of total stapedectomy surgical specimens. Since these specimens do not include the surrounding otic capsule, the histopathologic evidence of otosclerosis may be missed. Methods: Human temporal bone specimens from patients who underwent stapes mobilization, stapedotomy, or stapedectomy during life were evaluated for histologic evidence of otosclerosis. Patients with a history of temporal bone trauma, tympanosclerosis, and congenital, systemic, or syndromic causes of stapes fixation were excluded. Therefore, most temporal bone donors carried a clinical diagnosis of otosclerosis. Results: Two hundred ten specimens from three temporal bone collections were independently evaluated. Otosclerosis was found on histology in 99% (207/210). Therefore, the incidence of nonotosclerotic stapes fixation was 1% (3/210). In two of the three patients who did not have otosclerosis, the contralateral temporal bone had otosclerosis on histopathologic evaluation. These patients may have had otosclerosis in the footplate only (which was removed at the time of surgery and not available for review). Conclusion: Nonotosclerotic stapes fixation is not likely a distinct pathologic classification from otosclerosis. Most patients diagnosed with nonotosclerotic stapes fixation likely have otosclerosis, but do not have otosclerotic foci in the stapes itself. Copyright (C) 2016 by Otology & Neurotology, Inc. Image copyright (C) 2010 Wolters Kluwer Health/Anatomical Chart Company

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Access to Support System and Learners Response about Dairy Farming Distance Education Programme

2016-02-24T00-33-15Z
Source: International Journal of Livestock Research
Senthilkumar Thayalan.
It is evident from the study, that an overwhelming majority of the respondents had indicated that the minimum required support services for the learners were provided by the distance education course providers and the institution. Also the respondents might have been satisfied due to easier access, friendly faculties who had interacted, simple and understandable course content in vernacular language and flexibility of the course, which would strengthen the learning outcomes, leading to increase in the farm production, revenue and livelihood status.


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DYSTOCIA DUE TO PEROSOMUS HORRIDUS MONSTER IN A EWE

2016-02-24T00-33-15Z
Source: International Journal of Livestock Research
Sakthivel Manokaran, Mahakrishnan Palanisamy.
Dystocia due to perosomus horridus in a Mecheri ewe and its successful treatment by cesarean section is reported.


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Multidimensional analysis of the effect of occupational exposure to organic solvents on lung cancer risk: the ICARE study

Background

The association between lung cancer and occupational exposure to organic solvents is discussed. Since different solvents are often used simultaneously, it is difficult to assess the role of individual substances.

Objectives

The present study is focused on an in-depth investigation of the potential association between lung cancer risk and occupational exposure to a large group of organic solvents, taking into account the well-known risk factors for lung cancer, tobacco smoking and occupational exposure to asbestos.

Methods

We analysed data from the Investigation of occupational and environmental causes of respiratory cancers (ICARE) study, a large French population-based case–control study, set up between 2001 and 2007. A total of 2276 male cases and 2780 male controls were interviewed, and long-life occupational history was collected. In order to overcome the analytical difficulties created by multiple correlated exposures, we carried out a novel type of analysis based on Bayesian profile regression.

Results

After analysis with conventional logistic regression methods, none of the 11 solvents examined were associated with lung cancer risk. Through a profile regression approach, we did not observe any significant association between solvent exposure and lung cancer. However, we identified clusters at high risk that are related to occupations known to be at risk of developing lung cancer, such as painters.

Conclusions

Organic solvents do not appear to be substantial contributors to the occupational risk of lung cancer for the occupations known to be at risk.

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Development and validation of the BRIGHTLIGHT Survey, a patient-reported experience measure for young people with cancer

Taylor, RM; Fern, LA; Solanki, A; Hooker, L; Carluccio, A; Pye, J; Jeans, D; Taylor, RM; Fern, LA; Solanki, A; Hooker, L; Carluccio, A; Pye, J; Jeans, D; Frere-Smith, T; Gibson, F; Barber, J; Raine, R; Stark, D; Feltbower, R; Pearce, S; Whelan, JS; - view fewer (2015) Development and validation of the BRIGHTLIGHT Survey, a patient-reported experience measure for young people with cancer. Health and Quality of Life Outcomes , 13 , Article 107. 10.1186/s12955-015-0312-7 . Green open access

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The link between East Asian ‘mastery’ teaching methods and English children’s mathematics skills

Jerrim, JP; vignoles, A; (2015) The link between East Asian 'mastery' teaching methods and English children's mathematics skills. Economics of Education Review , 50 pp. 29-44. 10.1016/j.econedurev.2015.11.003 .

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How to Reform the EU Budget? A Methodological Toolkit

Figueira, F; (2009) How to Reform the EU Budget? A Methodological Toolkit. (The EU Budget Report 5 ). Swedish Institute for European Policy Studies (SIEPS): Stockholm, Sweden.

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Microcirculation of chronic venous disease: Role of leucocyte-endothelial activation and effects of pharmacological intervention.

Howlader, M.H.; (2004) Microcirculation of chronic venous disease: Role of leucocyte-endothelial activation and effects of pharmacological intervention. Doctoral thesis, University of London. Green open access

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The educational problem that MOOCs could solve: Professional development for teachers of disadvantaged students

Laurillard, D; (2016) The educational problem that MOOCs could solve: Professional development for teachers of disadvantaged students. Research on Learning Technology , Article Forthcoming. (In press).

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On the spectrum of an "even" periodic Schroedinger operator with a rational magnetic flux

Sobolev, AV; Filonov, N; (2013) On the spectrum of an "even" periodic Schroedinger operator with a rational magnetic flux. Journal of Spectral Theory (In press). Green open access

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Changing Epidemiology of Bariatric Surgery in the UK: Cohort Study Using Primary Care Electronic Health Records

Booth, HP; Khan, O; Fildes, A; Prevost, AT; Reddy, M; Charlton, J; Gulliford, MC; (2016) Changing Epidemiology of Bariatric Surgery in the UK: Cohort Study Using Primary Care Electronic Health Records. Obesity Surgery 10.1007/s11695-015-2032-9 . Green open access

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Microvesicles and exosomes: new players in metabolic and cardiovascular disease

Lawson, C; Vicencio, JM; Yellon, DM; Davidson, SM; (2016) Microvesicles and exosomes: new players in metabolic and cardiovascular disease. Journal of Endocrinology , 228 (2) R57-R71. 10.1530/JOE-15-0201 .

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Establishing the characteristics for patients with chronic Complex Regional Pain Syndrome: the value of the CRPS-UK Registry

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Comparison between active sensor and radiosonde cloud boundaries over the ARM Southern Great Plains site

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The role of thrombin and protease activated receptor-1 in the pathogenesis of pulmonary fibrosis.

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