The authors examined the impact of mutations to CDK2 on protein expression.
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Correlation between trihalomethane concentrations and various cancers in Massachusetts counties
The authors assess incidence and mortality rates of two cancer types in relation to trihalomethane pollutant concentrations in drinking water.
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The authors looked at how students performed on standardized tests when they were taught material via memorization vs. conceptual based approaches.
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The authors looked at how storage temperature of potatoes can impact the sweetness of potatoes (due to the break down of the starch into simple sugars).
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Using machine learning to predict the risk of algae bloom
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This study used an improved CMS-seq method to profile 5hmC in ormalin-fixed and paraffin-embedded (FFPE) samples from HNC tumors and adjacent normal tissues, identifying three genes (PRKD2, HADHA, and AIPL1) with promising potential as biomarkers for Head and neck cancer (HNC) diagnosis.
Read More...Earthworms as soil quality indicators: A case study of Crissy Field and Bayview Hunters Point naval shipyard
The authors looked at soil quality of former military sites where chemical disposal was known to have occurred. Along with testing for heavy metals, the authors also looked for the presence (and number) of earthworms present in topsoil samples as a marker of soil health.
Read More...A low-cost method for purification of agricultural wastewater based on S. platensis
The authors looked at the ability of Spirulina platensis to reduce contaminants in wastewater in order to develop a more accessible treatment option. They found that S platensis did reduce the concentration of pollutants present within simulated agricultural wastewater.
Read More...Does emotion regulation moderate the relationship between self-esteem and social desirability?
The authors investigate the relationship between self-esteem, social desirability, and emotion regulation in children and adolescents.
Read More...Do perceptions of beauty differ based on rates of racism, ethnicity, and ethnic generation?
The authors examine the relationships between race, racist beliefs, and perceptions of beauty across cultures and generations.
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