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Suction controlled drying and wetting cycle effects on the volumetric behaviour of a lime-treated high plasticity clay
2016
The paper presents some experimental results collected on samples recovered from an experimental embankment obtained by compacting a lime-treated clay. Samples were collected soon after the in situ compaction and they were cured in controlled environmental conditions for at least 18 months. Mercury intrusion porosimetry tests (MIP) were carried out on freeze-dried specimens to characterize the microstructure of the material. In order to assess the durability of the improved material, laboratory tests focused on the effects of cyclic variations of the degree of saturation on the water retention properties and the volumetric behaviour of the stabilized clay. Collected results show that the li…
Subcutaneous C1 inhibitor for prevention of attacks of hereditary angioedema: additional outcomes and subgroup analysis of a placebo-controlled rando…
2019
Abstract Background Hereditary angioedema (HAE) is a debilitating disorder resulting from C1-esterase inhibitor (C1-INH) deficiency. In the COMPACT phase 3 study the prophylactic use of a subcutaneous C1 inhibitor (C1-INH [SC], HAEGARDA®, CSL Behring) twice weekly significantly reduced the frequency of acute edema attacks. Analysis of treatment effects by subgroups, onset of effect, and other exploratory analysis have not been reported. Methods This is a post hoc exploratory analysis on data from the randomized, placebo-controlled COMPACT study. 90 patients with C1-INH-HAE were randomized to 1 of 4 treatment sequences: C1-INH (SC) 40 or 60 IU/kg of body weight twice weekly for 16 weeks, pre…
Are scholarships effective in Spain? An impact assessment of the upper secondary non-tertiary level
2014
España tiene un gran reto a futuro en la gran cantidad de individuos que no finalizan sus estudios más allá de la escolarización obligatoria y que se traduce en una alta tasa de abandono escolar prematuro y una baja tasa de graduación en secundaria post-obligatoria. En este marco, el objetivo de este trabajo es identificar si la política de becas, llevada a cabo durante el período 2004-2005 en España, ha sido eficaz en su objetivo de incrementar el porcentaje de alumnos que finalizan con éxito el nivel secundario post-obligatorio. Para ello se aplicará una evaluación de impacto (ex-post) con información individual para conocer si hubo cambios en las tasas de finalización del nivel educativo…
«Els creadors de ficcions damunt l'escena: del "teatre autobiogràfic" a l'"autobiografia escènica"»
2013
Aquest article se centra en modalitats diferents de construcció de l’obra teatral que tenen com a base una relació explícita, amb major o menor grau, entre el creador i la ficció: teatre autobiogràfic, teatre autoficcional i autobiografia escènica. Veurem com aquesta relació es fa present en el procés de recepció a través de diferents mecanismes, especialment a partir de paratextos, i com permet activar pactes de lectura entre obra i receptor de tarannà divers. En concret, aquest acostament a la metaficció autobiogràfica en el teatre contemporani es desenvolupa a partir de l’anàlisi de tres obres: «Indian summer» (1987), de Rodolf Sirera, «Currículum» (1994), de Pasqual Alapont i Carles Alb…
The environmental information report in the annual accounts: An analysis of the main ports in Spain
2019
The aim of this work is to present the content analysis on the intelligibility of the environmental information that is reported in the annual accounts of the main Port Authorities in Spain. The annual accounts are related to documents that contain primarily financial information, and thus meet the needs of users (especially external users) in the decision-making process; in this sense, the work analyzes the environmental aspects presented in them. The data analyzed lead us to conclude that the Port Authorities of Castellón, Gijón and Valencia are the ones that provide the most information about their activities and environmental actions in their annual reports; however, with regard to the …
Trends in scientific research in Insights into Imaging: a bibliometric review
2019
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Eficacia de la terapia manual articulatoria vertebral en pacientes con migraña
2019
La migraña es uno de los trastornos del sistema nervioso más comunes y se considera la tercera causa de incapacidad en el mundo en menores de 50 años. El tratamiento de la migraña mediante terapia manual articulatoria vertebral (TMAV) puede ser efectivo, sin embargo, existe más controversia que en otros tipos de cefaleas. El objetivo del presente estudio es valorar los cambios producidos tras la aplicación de TMAV en pacientes con migraña en cuanto a la intensidad del dolor y su impacto.44 participantes con una edad media de 39 años (desviación típica= 9.47) con migraña, fueron divididos en dos grupos de forma aleatoria: 1) grupo TMAV (n=22), 2) grupo control (n=22). Se realizaron dos evalu…
Fomentar la resiliencia en familias con enfermedades crónicas pediátricas
2013
En este artículo se describen los diferentes enfoques que se pueden aplicar al estudio del concepto de resiliencia familiar en el contexto de las enfermedades crónicas pediátricas y sus implicaciones en la práctica clínica y educativa. Asimismo, se describen los principios generales que deben regir esta práctica y las actuaciones concretas de los profesionales de los sistemas sanitarios, educativos y sociales. La resiliencia familiar es imprescindible para mantener una buena calidad de vida del niño enfermo y de la familia en su conjunto.
Mediterranean diet impact on cardiovascular diseases: a narrative review
2017
Cardiovascular disease (CVD) accounts for more than 17 million deaths per year worldwide. It has been estimated that the influence of lifestyle on CVD mortality amounts to 13.7% for smoking, 13.2% for poor diet, and 12% for inactive lifestyle. These results deeply impact both the healthy status of individuals and their skills in working. The impact of CVD on productivity loss accounts for the 24% in total costs for CVD management. Mediterranean diet (MedD) can positively impact on natural history of CVD. It is characterized by a relatively high consumption of inexpensive and genuine food such as cereals, vegetables, legumes, nuts, fish, fresh fruits, and olive oil as the principal source of…
3D Printing : Challenging Existing Business Models
2016
Technologies labelled as “disruptive” challenge conventional business procedures. The development of 3D printing technology and additive manufacturing (AM) is expected to transform product design and manufacturing. 3D printing technology makes it possible to produce complex and unique physical products from digitally designed CAD models. It is estimated that the effects of 3D printing on business will be diverse and far‐reaching. Hence, it is vital for business owners to observe how 3D printing may impact on business models and business networks, considering also the effects on stakeholders’ value propositions and on value creation. This paper reports on the potential impact of 3D printing …