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Science and Health News 2008 Winter
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Screening a collection of fungal extracts for new medicinal compounds in the treatment of vascular disease
(2012-12)Vascular disease due to atherosclerosis is the leading cause of morbidity and mortality in Western societies. The actual cause of death in these situations is myocardial infarction or stroke, and is due to blockage of the ... -
Screening for psychosocial distress in patients with hematological malignancies and identifying specific factors associated with distress throughout phase of disease
(2011-08)The diagnosis of a hematological malignancy and its treatment can lead to symptoms and problems that affect quality of life. An important task of the healthcare system is to assess, monitor, and prevent such symptoms and ... -
The seasonal and spatial variations of mercury methylation and methylmercury decomposition in an oligotrophic northern Wisconsin lake
(1986-07)The formation of methylmercury represents a potentially serious problem in aquatic ecosystems because of its toxicity and accumulation in aquatic biota. Elevated levels of mercury in edible fish have recently been reported ... -
Seasonal differences in brain anatomy and cell proliferation in hibernating thirteen-lined ground squirrels (Ictidomys tridecemlineatus).
(2020-05)Hibernation is characterized by cyclical periods of rest (torpor) and arousal (IBAs). During torpor, neurons in non-vital regions in the brain disconnect from one another and reconnect upon arousal into IBA. However, neurons ... -
Secondary analysis of data derived from an ongoing health-related global endeavor in Nicaragua incorporating three population assessment procedures
(2013-08)Health outreach experiences provided services to populations with limited resources, but some have noted that such experiences can be harmful to the target population if partnerships and sustainability are not core ... -
Sediment methylmercury concentrations and production rates in coastal wetlands of Chequamegon Bay (WI), Lake Superior
(2009-11-16)Mercury in Lake Superior is understudied, and (1) geochemical factors in sediments that influence sedimentary methylmercury concentrations and (2) key habitats for methylmercury production are unclear. The primary methylmercury ... -
Selected dimensions influencing the sport participation of seventh-grade students
(1979)This study examined the selected factors which influence youth participation in sports. Six sociological factors as well as timing accuracy were investigated to determine differences among male and female participants and ... -
Selected recreational preferences of juveniles in selected residential treatment institutions in Wisconsin
(1982-05-14)The purpose of this study was to determine the selected recreational preferences of juveniles in selected residential treatment institutions in Wisconsin. There were 406 males and females selected as subjects from 19 ... -
Selection of different-sized prey by sharp-shinned hawks (Accipiter striatus) and northern goshawks (A. gentilis)
(1988)The primary objective of this study was to experimentally test the hypothesis that a positive correlation exists between weight of accipters and the weight of their prey. Sharp-shinned hawks (Accipiter striatus) and ... -
Self motivation, compliance, and reasons for attending the La Crosse Exercise and Health Program - Adult Fitness Unit
(1989-01-13)This study examined factors such as self-motivation and exercise habits (compliance or noncompliance) as well as participant reasons for attending the La Crosse Exercise and Health Program Adult Fitness Unit. Participants ... -
A self study of a physical education teacher navigating their role in a professional learning community
(2021-08)Years of research has documented the socialization of inservice physical education teachers, while the socialization of physical education faculty members has only recently become a research focus. Self-study of teacher ... -
Self-care, wellbeing, and mentoring related to transitions: Testimonios of womxn of color in student affairs
(2023)Using testimonios, this study shares experiences of how structural inequalities impact self-care, wellness, mentoring, and career-related mobility of womxn of color in midsenior-level student affairs roles at PWI’s. ... -
Self-efficacy differences in high school athletes and non-athletes by gender
(2011-05)Educational development is important for the success of society. Self-efficacy, or the belief that one can complete an activity successfully, has become an important attribute in the drive for successful students. This ... -
Self-efficacy towards inclusion among physical education teachers with and without an undergraduate adapted physical education teaching minor
(2014-08)Research is limited on physical education (PE) for students with disabilities (SWD) who are homeschooled. Less is known about parental opinions regarding PE for them. This study gathered data about homeschooling curriculum ...