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Major Histocompatibility Complex (MHC) polymorphism is maintained by balancing selection through host-pathogen interactions and mate choice. MHC-based mate choice has been investigated across a wide range of vertebrates, and an established concept is that females should choose a mate with an MHC genotype that is dissimilar to her own to ensure high MHC divergence in her offspring. Here we present

An emissions barrier was used in a premises due to complaints about the indoor air quality (IAQ) as a result of emissions from the building in question. The emissions comprised chlorophenols/chloroanisoles and polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAH) from treated wood and volatile organic compounds (VOCs), mainly 2-ethylhexanol, from polyvinyl chloride (PVC) flooring and the glue used to paste the f

In applied psychology, ontological assumptions are rarely subjected to scrutiny. Yet ontological positionings will affect all aspects of a research undertaking. Assumptions about what is real—and what is not—will affect conceptualization, study design, and analytical focus. In the investigation of social influence, failure to engage with ontological positionings has resulted in a default ontology

Objective: To evaluate the safety, adherence, and efficacy of self-administered balance and resistance exercise using the Borg scale in patients with chronic kidney disease, and to examine relationships between exercise intensity or duration and baseline measures, and relationships between change in physical performance and baseline measures, intensity, or duration. Design: Post-hoc analysis of a

What is the context?: Platelets contain three major types of granules (alpha granules, dense granules and lysosomal granules) that carry distinct cargo. Dense granules store small molecules such as calcium, serotonin and adenosine 5′-diphosphate (ADP) that are essential for platelet activation and aggregation. Impaired production or release of dense granules can affect blood clotting and cause inc

Characterizing the onset and progression of Alzheimer’s disease pathologies relative to one another is important for biological staging and clinical trial design. Recent advances in blood plasma assays of Alzheimer’s disease amyloid and tau pathology have enabled detection of Alzheimer’s disease pathophysiology during life, but it remains unclear when plasma biomarker abnormalities are detectable

Additive manufacturing (AM) is revolutionizing industrial production by enabling the fabrication of complex, customized components with reduced material waste. However, the scheduling of AM machines presents significant challenges in terms of optimizing both time-related performance and energy consumption. This paper introduces a novel multi-objective mixed-integer linear programming (MILP) model

This study investigates how rescue service response times and staffing solutions relate to both citizen satisfaction with rescue services and the adoption of individual fire safety measures in Sweden. Data were drawn from Statistics Sweden's satisfaction index, rescue service response times from KOLADA, and survey data from the Swedish Civil Contingencies Agency on ownership of functional smoke de

In many research fields of the social sciences, attempts have been and are being made to integrate Darwinian evolutionary theory into their own work. The motivation and benefits of integration can vary from field to field and range from considering biological foundations for social phenomena to the application of methods and study designs from outside the field. Furthermore, Darwinian evolutionary

Endoscopically, the villi of the small bowel in intestinal lymphangiectasia typically appear white and may be swollen. Less commonly, tiny white spots are visible in the mucosa. The whitish discoloration of the villi is caused by chylomicrons, which accumulate in and obstruct the dilated lymphatic capillaries. These changes can also be demonstrated histologically. Lymphangiectasia is characterized

Network analysis has been recently adopted by the field of psychology to explore networks of symptoms in psychopathology, and wider interactive networks of biological, behavioral, and psychological factors influencing mental health. The network theory of psychopathology conceptualizes symptoms of mental disorder as causally connected, rather than being caused by disease or an underlying latent var

Agricultural production necessitates sustainable practices to ensure long-term and sustained food security. Water is a key ingredient for food production. Ensuring sustainable water management in agriculture is thus essential for global wellbeing. But how do we make sure that our practices are sustainable? A large variety of sustainability assessments abound. Their results may even show conflictin

Sex and social norms have always existed throughout human history, and are communicated through institutions such as schools, religion, and culture, making them an integral part of everyday life. However, this does not necessarily mean that we are aware of the different kinds of norms and sexuality. This study aims to explore the experiences of biology teachers in grades 7-9 who work in sexuality

The purpose of this study was to examine and understand young people's expectations and perceptions of romantic relationships and their views on control and jealousy within them. The aim of this study was also to explore how young people understand control and jealousy in relation to psychological and digital violence. The study was based on a qualitative method, and seven semi-structured inte

Children’s exposure to violence in their home is portrayed as a direct consequence of violence committed by adults, but when the perpetrator is the child's sibling it does not seem to acquire the same recognition. With this study, we want to draw attention to the victims of sibling violence by investigating the views of professionals who come in contact with children on the boundary between si

Children who come into contact with social services often have prior experiences of trauma. While Social Services aim to provide protection and support, research shows that encounters with authorities may also entail a risk of secondary victimization, particularly when children are not listened to, informed, or involved in decisions concerning their lives. Despite growing attention to children'

The purpose of this study has been to examine the experiences of caregivers in meeting elderly people with dementia who are exposed to domestic violence in their homes. We have chosen to investigate violence perpetrated by relatives. The study is based on a qualitative approach in the form of semi-structured interviews with caregivers who have experience working in home care. The empirical materia

This study aimed to examine how young adolescents assess the seriousness of different forms of intimate partner violence and how they report that they would act when a friend is either a victim or a perpetrator of such violence. The study focused on attitudes and intervention intentions from a peer perspective, with particular attention to gender differences. A quantitative vignette-based survey w

This study examines the experiences of former middle managers in Swedish social services regarding their psychosocial work environment, perceived work-related stress, and motives for voluntary turnover. The theoretical framework used in this study is Karasek and Theorell's demand-control-support model and Mintzberg's organizational model, complemented by Cregård’s concept of push and pull