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University of Kansas Medical Center: Recent submissions
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Phosphatidylinositol 3 kinase modulation of trophoblast cell differentiation
(2010-09-14)Abstract Background The trophoblast lineage arises as the first differentiation event during embryogenesis. Trophoblast giant cells are one of several end-stage products of trophoblast cell differentiation in rodents. These ... -
Transcriptomic responses in mouse brain exposed to chronic excess of the neurotransmitter glutamate
(2010-06-07)Abstract Background Increases during aging in extracellular levels of glutamate (Glu), the major excitatory neurotransmitter in the brain, may be linked to chronic neurodegenerative diseases. Little is known about the ... -
The dietary bioflavonoid quercetin synergizes with epigallocathechin gallate (EGCG) to inhibit prostate cancer stem cell characteristics, invasion, migration and epithelial-mesenchymal transition.
(2010-08-18)Abstract Background Much attention has been recently focused on the role of cancer stem cells (CSCs) in the initiation and progression of solid malignancies. Since CSCs are able to proliferate and self-renew extensively ... -
Comparison of a reduced carbohydrate and reduced fat diet for LDL, HDL, and VLDL subclasses during 9-months of weight maintenance subsequent to weight loss
(2010-06-01)Abstract Objectives This study compared LDL, HDL, and VLDL subclasses in overweight or obese adults consuming either a reduced carbohydrate (RC) or reduced fat (RF) weight maintenance diet for 9 months following significant ... -
The University of Kansas Medical Center (KUMC) Budget Book Fiscal Year 2011
(Kansas, Kansas City : University of Kansas Medical Center, 2010-10-08)KUMC's annual budget is available, without restriction, to the public. -
Requirement for fibroblast growth factor receptor 1 in hematopoietic stem cells under stress but not during homeostasis
(University of Kansas, 2010-07-23)Fibroblast growth factor (FGF) signaling promotes hematopoietic stem cell (HSC) expansion in vitro; however, its in vivo function remains unknown. Conditional deletion of FGFR1, predominantly expressed in HSCs, did not ... -
Identification and Characterization of Novel Kinases that Regulate BRCA1 Expression and Function
(University of Kansas, 2010-07-30)Transcriptional and functional regulation of the breast cancer susceptibility gene 1 (BRCA1) in the pathogenesis of sporadic breast cancers is poorly understood. We developed a functional assay, which assesses the ability ... -
2009 Regional Advisory Board Meeting
(2009-09-25)Minutes from the NN/LM MidContinental Region - Regional Advisory Board meeting held on September 25, 2009. -
2008 Regional Advisory Board Meeting
(2008-10-02)Minutes from the NN/LM MidContinental Region - Regional Advisory Board meeting held on October 2, 2008. -
2007 Regional Advisory Board Meeting
(2007-10-12)Minutes from the NN/LM MidContinental Region - Regional Advisory Board meeting held on October 12, 2007. -
2007 Regional Advisory Board Meeting
(2007-04-10)Minutes of the NN/LM MidContinental Region - Regional Advisory Board held on April 10, 2007. -
2006 Regional Advisory Board Meeting
(2006-12-07)Minutes from the NN/LM MidContinental Region - Regional Advisory Board meeting held on December 7, 2006. -
2006 Regional Advisory Board Meeting
(2006-10-24)Minutes from the NN/LM MidContinental Region - Regional Advisory Board meeting held on October 24, 2006. -
2005 Regional Advisory Board Meeting
(2005-09-21)Minutes from the NN/LM MidContinental Region - Regional Advisory Board meeting held on September 21, 2005. -
Vitamin D Deficiency and Replacement: Relationships to Cardiovascular Health
(University of Kansas, 2010-04-11)Abstract Background: Cardiovascular disease is the most common cause of mortality and morbidity in the United States as well as many other nations. Recent evidence supports an association of vitamin D deficiency with ... -
Fruit and Vegetable Servings in Local Farm-Sourced and Standard Lunches Offered to Children in a Head Start Program
(University of Kansas, 2010-04-25)This project compared servings of fruits and vegetables consumed in farm-to-school lunches to that in conventional lunches served to students attending a Head Start preschool. The sample used was the student population of ... -
IMPROVING ACCESS TO CARDIOVASCULAR PREVENTIVE HEALTH CARE FOR THE UNINSURED POLISH POPULATION IN THE GREATER CHICAGO AREA-EXPERIENCE FROM THE POLISH AMERICAN ATHEROSCLEROSIS RISK FACTOR MODIFICATION (POLAARIS) PROJECT
(University of Kansas, 2010-04-13)Background: Healthcare system in United States is faced with a unique challenge of catering to a population that is racially, culturally and linguistically diverse.The Polish community in Chicago is one such. Objective: ... -
FACULTY AND STUDENT PERCEPTIONS OF PREPARATION FOR AND IMPLEMENTATION OF HIGH FIDELITY SIMULATION EXPERIENCES IN ASSOCIATE DEGREE NURSING PROGRAMS
(University of Kansas, 2009-01-01)High fidelity simulation technology is being used as an alternative way to expose students to complex patient care. Research has shown that simulation experiences can improve critical thinking skills and increase students‟ ... -
A MODEL OF THE RETRAUMATIZATION PROCESS: A META-SYNTHESIS OF CHILDHOOD SEXUAL ABUSE SURVIVORS' EXPERIENCES IN HEALTHCARE
(University of Kansas, 2010-01-28)Childhood sexual abuse survivors frequently report feeling retraumatized during routine healthcare encounters. The goal of this study was to develop a model to aid in understanding difficulties abuse survivors face when ... -
Effects of Hemorrhagic Shock and Fraction of Inspired Oxygen on Hydrogen Peroxide and Apoptosis in Rat Lung and Diaphragm
(University of Kansas, 2010-04-07)Abstract Hemorrhagic shock (HS) is the single most common cause of death in civilian and military personnel experiencing trauma (Alam & Rhee, 2007). Immediate resuscitation for HS can involve the administration of supplemental ...