There is a growing need for the development of nanoparticles, with imaging and drug delivery capabilities, to maintain cellular uptake but avoid protein attachment and recognition. In this study we have demonstrated that ...

In this paper, a flexible buried pipe response subjected to traffic load is investigated through laboratory experiments and numerical analysis. A series of laboratory tests and numerical simulations were carried out to ...

Background: High blood pressure (BP) is the most common modifiable cause of death from cardiovascular disease. Lowering BP with medication improves patient outcomes, but even in populations with normal upper arm (brachial) ...

Objectives: To describe the frequency and severity of general body injury in women alleging recent sexual assault and then identify demographic and assault characteristics associated with injury severity. Design: ...

Many countries gain great benefits by applying lean methods to construction industries. China, as a great construction country, also has advocated the implementation of lean construction technologies in recent years. ...