Protein kinases (PKs) play critical roles in signal transduction and activation of lymphocytes.The identification of PK genes provides a tool for understanding mechanisms of immunotoxic xenobiotics.As part of a larger study investigating persistent organic pollutants in the harbor seal Flexiti and their possible immunomodulatory actions, we sequenc
Vascular development is an orchestrated process of vessel formation from pre-existing vessels via sprouting and intussusceptive angiogenesis as well as vascular remodeling to generate the mature vasculature.Bone morphogenetic Sewing Tools protein (BMP) signaling via intracellular SMAD1 and SMAD5 effectors regulates sprouting angiogenesis in the ear
Coagulase-negative staphylococci (CNS), components of the normal flora of neonates, have emerged as important opportunistic pathogens of nosocomial infections that occur in neonatal intensive care units.Some authors have reported the ability of some CNS strains, particularly Staphylococcus epidermidis, to produce a toxin similar to S.aureus delta t
Introduction: Mental well-being is a vital component of overall health, particularly for nursing students who face academic, clinical, and career-related pressures.Objective: To estimate the prevalence of depression, anxiety, and stress emotions among nursing students and its association with societal and bio-social behavioural factors.Method: An a