Results of the Austrian-Ceylonese hydrobiological mission 1970 of the 1st Zoological Institute of the University of Vienna (Austria) and the Department of Zoology of the Vidyalankara University of Ceylon, Kelaniya. Pt. 10. Freshwater triclads (Turbellaria, Tricladida) from Ceylon

The collection of Triclads from the Austrian-Ceylonese hydrobiological mission originates from 23 streams in the mountains of the south of Sri Lanka. All collected animals are of the Dugesia gonocephala (Dug.) type. Unfortunately the determinable mature animals were very rare in the samples but it seems certain that all the Triclads, found by the mission, belong to Dugesia nannophallus, described by Ball in 1970 after two individuals from Dunhinda, Badulla (Prov. Uva, Sri Lanka).

蜂猴(Nycticebus coucang)和树鼩(Tupaia belangeri chinensis)mt DNA 10种限制酶物理图谱

本研究用10种限制性内切酶对蜂猴和树鼩肝脏线粒体DNA进行了分析. 蜂猴线粒体DNA, BglⅠHind Ⅲ、PstⅠ、SalⅠ和XhoⅠ均各只1个切点、EcoRⅠ、BglⅡ和Pvu Ⅱ各有2切点, BamHⅠ和 EcoRⅤ 分别有3个切点. 对于树鼩线粒体 DNA, BglⅡ、Hind Ⅲ、PstⅠ、SalⅠ和 XhoⅠ均只1个切点, BamHⅠBglⅠ和 PvuⅡ 分别有2个切点, EcoRⅠ 有3个切点, EcoRⅤ有4个切点. 根据单酶和双酶解片段的数目和分子量, 建立了蜂猴和树鼩线粒体 DNA 的物理图谱。

A novel base change leading to Hb vanderbilt [β89(F5)Ser→Arg, AGT>AGA]

We describe a high oxygen affinity hemoglobin (Hb) variant (Hb Vanderbilt) as a result of a heterozygous novel base change from T to A at codon 89 (AGT>AGA) leading to an amino acid change from serine to arginine. © 2011 Informa Healthcare USA, Inc.

Community-living nonagenarians in northern ireland have lower plasma homocysteine but similar methylenetetrahydrofolate reductase thermolabile genotype prevalence compared to 70-89-year-old subjects

This cross-sectional study assessed relationships between plasma homocysteine, 'thermolabile' methylenetetrahydrofolatereductase (MTHFR) genotype, B vitamin status and measures of renal function in elderly (70-89 years) and nonagenarian (90+ years) subjects, with the hypothesis that octo/nonagenarian subjects who remain healthy into old age as defined by 'Senieur' status might show reduced genetic or environmental risk factors usually associated with hyperhomocysteinaemia. Plasma homocysteine was 9.1 micromol/l (geometric mean [GM]) for all elderly subjects. Intriguingly, homocysteine was significantly lower in 90+ (GM; 8.2 micromol/l) compared to 70-89-year-old subjects (GM; 9.8 micromol/l) despite significantly lower glomerular filtration rate (GFR) and serum B12 in nonagenarian subjects and comparable MTHFR thermolabile (TT) genotype frequency, folate and B6 status to 70-89-year-olds. For all elderly subjects, the odds ratio and 95% confidence intervals for plasma homocysteine being in the highest versus lowest quartile was 4.27 (2.04-8.92) for age 90 years, 3.4 (1.5-7.8) for serum folate 10.7nmol/l, 3.0 (0.9-10.2) for creatinine >140 compared

Predictions of survival up to 10 years after diagnosis for European women with breast cancer in 2000-2002

Few studies have addressed longer-term survival for breast cancer in European women. We have made predictions of 10-year survival for European women diagnosed with breast cancer in 2000-2002. Data for 114,312 adult women (15-99 years) diagnosed with a first primary malignant cancer of the breast during 2000-2002 were collected in the EUROCARE-4 study from 24 population-based cancer registries in 14 European countries. We estimated relative survival at 1, 5, and 10 years after diagnosis for women who were alive at some point during 2000-2002, using the period approach. We also estimated 10-year survival conditional on survival to 1 and 5 years after diagnosis. Ten-year survival exceeded 70% in most regions, but was only 54% in Eastern Europe, with the highest value in Northern Europe (about 75%). Ten-year survival conditional on survival for 1 year was 2-6% higher than 10-year survival in all European regions, and geographic differences were smaller. Ten-year survival for women who survived at least 5 years was 88% overall, with the lowest figure in Eastern Europe (79%) and the highest in the UK (91%). Women aged 50-69 years had higher overall survival than older and younger women (79%). Six cancer registries had adequate information on stage at diagnosis; in these jurisdictions, 10-year survival was 89% for local, 62% for regional and 10% for metastatic disease. Data on stage are not collected routinely or consistently, yet these data are essential for meaningful comparison of population-based survival, which provides vital information for improving breast cancer control. What's new? Policy-makers and health-care planners need accurate data on long-term survival to improve cancer control. This Europe-wide study of 10-year survival identified low survival in Eastern Europe for women with breast cancer in 2000-2002, and wide variation by age at diagnosis. Data on stage at diagnosis are crucial for meaningful comparison of population-based survival, and fundamental for improving breast cancer control, but our analyses confirmed that stage data are not collected routinely or consistently Copyright © 2012 UICC.

A systematic review and meta-analysis of the survival of non-feldspathic porcelain veneers over 5 and 10 years

PURPOSE: This systematic review aimed to report and explore the survival of dental veneers constructed from non-feldspathic porcelain over 5 and 10 years.

MATERIALS AND METHODS: A total of 4,294 articles were identified through a systematic search involving all databases in the Cochrane Library, MEDLINE (OVID), EMBASE, Web of Knowledge, specific journals (hand-search), conference proceedings, clinical trials registers, and collegiate contacts. Articles, abstracts, and gray literature were sought by two independent researchers. There were no language limitations. One hundred sixteen studies were identified for full-text assessment, with 10 included in the analysis (5 qualitative, 5 quantitative). Study characteristics and survival (Kaplan-Meier estimated cumulative survival and 95% confidence interval [CI]) were extracted or recalculated. A failed veneer was one which required an intervention that disrupted the original marginal integrity, had been partially or completely lost, or had lost retention more than twice. A meta-analysis and sensitivity analysis of Empress veneers was completed, with an assessment of statistical heterogeneity and publication bias. Clinical heterogeneity was explored for results of all veneering materials from included studies.

RESULTS: Within the 10 studies, veneers were fabricated with IPS Empress, IPS Empress 2, Cerinate, and Cerec computer-aided design/computer-assisted manufacture (CAD/CAM) materials VITA Mark I, VITA Mark II, Ivoclar ProCad. The meta-analysis showed the pooled estimate for Empress veneers to be 92.4% (95% CI: 89.8% to 95.0%) for 5-year survival and 66% to 94% (95% CI: 55% to 99%) for 10 years. Data regarding other non-feldspathic porcelain materials were lacking, with only a single study each reporting outcomes for Empress 2, Cerinate, and various Cerec porcelains over 5 years. The sensitivity analysis showed data from one study had an influencing and stabilizing effect on the 5-year pooled estimate.

CONCLUSION: The long-term outcome (> 5 years) of non-feldspathic porcelain veneers is sparsely reported in the literature. This systematic review indicates that the 5-year cumulative estimated survival for etchable non-feldspathic porcelain veneers is over 90%. Outcomes may prove clinically acceptable with time, but evidence remains lacking and the use of these materials for veneers remains experimental.

Thermal characterisation of dye-intercalated K-10 montmorillonite ceramics using photoacoustic technique

Thermal diffusivity (TD) measurements were performed on some industrially important dyes – auramine O (AO), malachite green and methylene blue (MB) – adsorbed K-10 montmorillonites using photoacoustic method. The TD value for the dye-adsorbed clay mineral was observed to change with a variation in dye concentration. The contribution of the dye towards TD was also determined. The repeatedly adsorbed samples with MB and AO exhibited a lower TD than the single-adsorbed samples. TD values of sintered MB samples were also obtained experimentally. These sintered samples exhibit a higher TD, although they show a trend similar to that of non-sintered pellets. A variation in dye concentration and sintering temperature can be used for tuning the TD value of the clay mineral to the desired level.

Thermal characterisation of dye-intercalated K-10 montmorillonite ceramics using photoacoustic technique

Thermal diffusivity (TD) measurements were performed on some industrially important dyes – auramine O (AO), malachite green and methylene blue (MB) – adsorbed K-10 montmorillonites using photoacoustic method. The TD value for the dye-adsorbed clay mineral was observed to change with a variation in dye concentration. The contribution of the dye towards TD was also determined. The repeatedly adsorbed samples with MB and AO exhibited a lower TD than the single-adsorbed samples. TD values of sintered MB samples were also obtained experimentally. These sintered samples exhibit a higher TD, although they show a trend similar to that of non-sintered pellets. A variation in dye concentration and sintering temperature can be used for tuning the TD value of the clay mineral to the desired level

Alojera 89 : construcción de una escuela rural.

Alojera 89' es un plan para la construcción de una escuela rural activa y participativa. Con el proyecto se propone, fundamentalmente, crear actividades de animación a través del ejercicio escolar, que puedan atraer e implicar a todas aquellas personas interesadas en acceder a la cultura. Parece que el interés y la concienciación están creadas, a pesar de que las condiciones no han sido satisfactorias.

Encuesta aplicada a los alumnos de estudios nocturnos de IB de Castilla y León : curso 88-89.

El proyecto está realizado por un equipo de profesores de Bachillerato del Instituto 'Andrés Laguna' de Segovia. El trabajo abarca todo el ámbito castellano-leonés. Los objetivos entre otros son: 1) Analizar empíricamente las causas y factores que provocan la gran diversidad de población escolar que demanda Estudios Nocturnos. 2) Elaborar propuestas de organización y gestión para los Estudios Nocturnos. 3) Establecer relaciones claras entre el Estudio Nocturno y el fracaso escolar. 4) Establecer relaciones precisas entre los Estudios Nocturnos y las salidas profesionales al finalizar los mismos. La metodología a seguir es la siguiente: 1) Actualización de la encuesta a partir de los objetivos ya descritos. 2) Selección de Centros con la modalidad de Estudios Nocturnos para elaborar una muestra representativa. 3) Aplicación de la encuesta a un mínimo de 300 alumnos, encuesta restringida a profesores de Estudios Nocturnos y entrevistas a personas con responsabilidades directivas en Estudios Nocturnos. 4) Corrección, tabulación y valoración de los datos recogidos. En las conclusiones se destaca que actualmente el Nocturno se halla desvirtuado por la profunda insatisfacción que el alumno exterioriza ante la realidad educativa que le toca vivir. El trabajo no está publicado..

Internet y salud : documento de apoyo a las actividades de educación para la salud 10.

Se recogen páginas web de interés relacionadas con la salud

Taller de naturaleza en un recinto escolar (1988-89).

Proyecto que propone el estudio del medio natural a través de cuatro centros de interés: el huerto, el corral, las jardineras y el aula-laboratorio de naturaleza. Los objetivos generales son: acercar la naturaleza al alumno; desarrollar su percepción ambiental; conseguir que se respete y valore el medio natural; aprender de forma activa; organizar y distribuir las tareas en equipos de trabajo; y desarrollar su capacidad de observación, análisis, síntesis y deducción. La experiencia se realiza en el taller de naturaleza dos tardes a la semana. Cada trimestre se pasan cuestionarios a los alumnos sobre sus conocimientos generales y a continuación se les informa de las actividades previstas en cada centro de interés. Los trabajos se realizan en pequeños grupos, 4 o 5 alumnos, y la exposición de los trabajos es para todo el grupo. El papel del profesor es el de informador, colaborador y controlador. Las actividades realizadas en el huerto y el corral son: recogida de hojas, escarda, alimentación y cuidado de animales, limpieza de jaulas. Mientras que en el laboratorio se experimenta con semillas, se estudian los materiales recogidos, se elaboran fichas monográficas de plantas y animales, etc. La valoración del proyecto es positiva. Para el próximo curso, el equipo de profesores plantea la construcción de un invernadero que permita trabajar el ciclo vegetativo completo de las plantas, ahora imposible por el calendario escolar.