The African penguin (Spheniscus demersus) is an endangered seabird that breeds along the coast of Namibia and South Africa, and disease surveillance was identified as a priority for its conservation.Aiming for the establishment of baseline data on the presence of potential pathogens in this species, a comprehensive health assessment (blood smear ex
Objective(s):There are a few previously reported studies about the effect of Nigella sativa oil on renal ischemia-reperfusion injury (IRI).The aim of the present study was to test the hypothesis whether pre- or post-treatment with N.sativa hydroalcoholic extract (NSE) would reduce tissue injury and oxidative damages in a clinically relevant rat mod
This paper presents the results of recent research activities on the hardening-induced stresses and the risk Hall Stand of cracking in very thick concrete members.These activities focus on a very large member with bloc-like dimensions.In contrast to typical member types such as ground slabs or foundation walls, bloc-like members are dominated by te
Aim: To report our experience with the Masquelet concept in a pediatric upper extremity following an open injury to the elbow.Methods: A case report and literature review.Results: An 11-year-old boy was transferred to our institution after a motor vehicle collision.There was a primary loss of the ulnohumeral articulation and the surrounding soft Mo