Abstract Signal transducers and activators of transcription 3 (STAT-3) is a transcription factor that regulates the gene expression of several target genes.These factors are activated by the binding of cytokines and growth factors with STAT-3 specific receptors on cell membrane.Few years ago, STAT-3 was considered an acute phase response element ha
Background Neonates undergo many uncomfortable, invasive minor procedures during their first hospital stay.Nonpharmacological interventions may provide valuable alternatives for pain relief in neonates during minor procedures.Objective To compare the analgesic effect of orally administered breast milk vs.non-nutritive sucking (NNS) in neonates who
This paper explores the application of boron oxide (B2O3) as a sintering additive in silicon-based (SiO2) ceramics, focusing on its impact on the sintering process and resulting ceramic properties.Composite silicon-based ceramic shells with boron oxide content ranging from 0 to 4 Wt% were prepared using digital light processing (DLP) technology.Thi
In the senile population, regular physical activity and reduction of a sedentary lifestyle lead to a series of positive effects.Such as, increased independence in daily activities and personal care, higher self-esteem, a better quality of life, a higher life riley reid schoolgirl expectancy and a decrease in mortality.Moreover, physical, psychologi