The plastic timeline: How did we get here? - Open Access …
Jan 28, 2021 · Neil Armstrong plants a nylon flag on the moon in 1969 as plastic starts to become a go-to material in the 1970s. In 1977, the plastic bag was introduced to the grocery industry as an alternative to the paper bag—something we’re trying to revert back to 40-plus years later. Production takes a noticeable dip as laws start to be introduced.
Trochlear dysplasia: A common & confusing knee condition
Feb 17, 2022 · Trochlear dysplasia (TD) is an abnormality of the knees trochlear groove. There is an invisible transition between what is normal and what is pathologic. The knees trochlear groove is the guide channel, into which the patella engages and glides. TD is characterised by a loss of the normal concave anatomy: the depth of the groove is reduced, and ...
Alternatives to animal testing: science, ethics and the law
Dec 5, 2022 · Firstly, tests on animals notoriously lack reliability, meaning that repeats of the same tests often produce conflicting results. Secondly – due to profound biological differences between humans and other animals, compounded by the sterile, standardised conditions of the laboratory – tests on animals frequently fail to predict human outcomes.
Insider threats: What they are and how to prevent them
Jul 24, 2023 · Altogether preventing Insider Threats is not entirely possible. However, organisations can ensure policies and procedures are in place to minimise the risk posed by insider threats. This often requires a multi-faceted approach that combines technological solutions, robust policies, and an organisational culture focused on security.
Overcoming language barriers in healthcare - Open Access …
Jun 30, 2020 · Other ways of overcoming communication barriers include encouraging clinicians to be more visual and make full use of visual prompts. Patients are more likely to remember and understand information much better with clear visual prompts like diagrams, images and models. Ultimately, healthcare providers must use a combination of the right people ...
Mathematics: A powerful tool for understanding the world
Jun 27, 2018 · An unexpected outcome. One of the goals of DMS is to develop new mathematical theories, models and tools to help solve some of the most challenging problems in the physical, biological and life sciences. This research ultimately has a significant impact on the United States’ health, security and economy. A clear example emerged last year.
Is there any psychological benefit to the superman pose?
May 16, 2022 · Superman fuelled confidence can create positive self-perception. The team found a connection between an upright posture and power posing and a more positive self-perception. “A dominant pose can, for example, make you feel more self-confident,” said personality researcher Professor Astrid Schütz from the University of Bamberg.
Environmental impact of HFO refrigerants & alternatives for the …
Jun 11, 2021 · Figure. 1: Predicted TFA increase in the troposphere (the lowest 8 km of the atmosphere) with annual HFC-134a emissions of 210,000 tonnes per year and future HFO-1234yf emissions at the same level if HFC 134a is completely replaced by HFO-1234yf (Holland et al., 2021). Even higher HFO-1234yf emissions are predicted for the future by Holland et ...
The importance of water in agriculture - Open Access Government
Mar 15, 2023 · Bluewater is the volume of surface and groundwater used; this is mainly water used for irrigation. Grey water is the volume of freshwater needed to assimilate the pollutants generated in producing animals or crops. Green water use is the least important of the three water footprints in farming regions with substantial regular rainfall.
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