BIOPHYSICAL INDUCTION OF VASCULAR SMOOTH MUSCLE CELL PODOSOMES.

Biophysical induction of vascular smooth muscle cell podosomes.

Vascular smooth muscle cell (VSMC) migration and matrix degradation occurs with intimal hyperplasia associated with atherosclerosis, vascular injury, and restenosis.One proposed mechanism by which VSMCs degrade matrix is through the use of podosomes, transient actin-based structures that are thought to play a role in extracellular matrix degradatio

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Experimental Investigation of Composite Steel-Concrete Arches

This research is concerned with behavior of composite steel-concrete arches under static load.For this purpose, eight models of composite steel-concrete arches are fabricated as test specimens.According to their supporting Indoor Area Rug systems, the eight fabricated specimens are equally divided into Hinge-Roller and Hinge-Hinge supported arches

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Gut microbiota dynamics and functionality in Reticulitermes grassei after a 7-day dietary shift and ciprofloxacin treatment.

Gut microbial structure in animals depends on the host, dietary habits and local environment.A random event, dietary change or antibiotic treatment may alter the gut environment with possible repercussions for the bacterial community composition and functionality and ultimately host fitness.The present study was focused on the composition, structur

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Rare Laryngeal Hamartoma: A Case Report

Hamartoma (from the Greek language, where hamartia means defect or an error and -oma denoting a tumor or neoplasm) is a benign tumor-like mass composed of mature tissue or cells that are present in abnormal proportions or show a disorganized arrangement.Hamartomas are rarely seen in the 5 Piece Outdoor Modular Seating head and neck area and especia

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