The extreme obesity of the obese (ob/ob) mouse is attributable to mutations in the gene
encoding leptin, an adipocyte-specific secreted protein which has profound effects on …

Carbon nanostructures have special optical characteristics that confer them with effective
light-to-heat conversion ability. They can also increase the local temperature by activating …

MLL2 mutations are detected in 55 to 80% of patients with Kabuki syndrome (KS). In 20 to
45% patients with KS, the genetic basis remains unknown, suggesting possible genetic …

The extracellular signal–related kinases 1 and 2 (ERK1/2) are key proteins mediating
mitogen-activated protein kinase signaling downstream of RAS: phosphorylation of ERK1/2 …

We have recently shown that Okihiro syndrome results from mutation in the putative zinc
finger transcription factor gene SALL4 on chromosome 20q13. 13-13.2. There is …

Several brain malformations have been described in rare patients with the deletion 22q11. 2
syndrome (DEL22q11) including agenesis of the corpus callosum, pachygyria or …

Large-scale wurtzite GaN nanowires and nanotubes were grown by direct reaction of metal
gallium vapor with flowing ammonia in an 850–900° C horizontal oven. The cylindrical …

This study examines students' motives for use and perceptions of the web site http://www.
ratemyprofessors. com, one of the main sites that allow students to post anonymous ratings …

In this study, Iron doped Zinc oxide (Fesingle bondZnO) nanoparticles (NPs) were
synthesized and coated on carbon paper electrode. The NPs and NPs coated electrode …

Despite current medical advancements, the resistance of malignant tumours to conventional
medical therapies highlights the need for innovative therapeutic techniques. Numerous …