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Vacuole Formation Guides the Regenerative Path of the Zebrafish Notochord
(2021)The notochord is a defining feature of our phylum Chordata and has critical roles in human development that are highly conserved in vertebrates. The notochord functions as a hydrostatic scaffold to provide structural rigidity ... -
Validating the Use of Boron Nanoparticles to Quantify Tumor Oxygen Tension in Irradiated Breast Tumors
(2019)Although hypoxia in tumors has long been identified as a key contributor to poor patient outcome, clinical solutions to lessen its deleterious effects have not been forthcoming. One reason is that there have been few means ... -
Validation and Application of a Virtual Imaging Trial Platform for Accurate and Precise CT Quantifications in Lung Imaging
(2021)Computed Tomography (CT) is a prevalent imaging technique in modern medicine that provides physicians a non-invasive method to evaluate and diagnose various clinical conditions. To aid in diagnosis, it is important to have ... -
Validation of Algorithmic CT Image Quality Metrics with Preferences of Radiologists
(2019)Automated assessment of perceptual image quality on clinical Computed Tomography (CT) data by computer algorithms has the potential to greatly facilitate data-driven monitoring and optimization of CT image acquisition protocols. ... -
Validation of Coded Aperture Coherent Scatter Spectral Imaging for Differentiation of Normal and Neoplastic Breast Tissues via Surgical Pathology
(2016)This study intends to validate the sensitivity and specificity of coded aperture coherent scatter spectral imaging (CACSSI) by comparison to clinical histological preparation and pathologic analysis methods currently used ... -
Validation of ELP Dosimetry Using PRESAGE Dosimeter
(2017)The purpose of this research is to validate the use of a PRESAGE dosimeter as a method to quantitatively measure dose distributions of injectable brachytherapy based on elastin-like polypeptide (ELP) nanoparticles. ELP has ... -
Validation of Isodose Curves for AIRO Mobile CT, P-32 Pure-Beta and I-131 Mixed Beta/Gamma Detection Utilizing Nano-Fiber Optic Detector
(2019)Project 1: Validation of Isodose Curves for AIRO Mobile CT Purpose: Validate isodose curves provided by the manufacturer for the Airo Mobile CT to determine if, indeed, it is safe for those who are operating the machine. ... -
Validation of the dosimetry for a Lay-down Total Skin Irradiation techniques by Monte Carlo Simulation
(2019)Total skin irradiation (TSI) with electron beam has been very effective for patient with Mycosis fungoides. We recently developed and implemented a technique of laying down position for patients who are too frail for the ... -
Validation of the Stand-up Technique for Total Skin Irradiation by Monte Carlo Simulation
(2019)Purpose/Objective(s): The standard total skin irradiation (TSI) procedure for patients with Mycosis fungoides at our clinic is the Stanford technique where dual electron beams are directed toward patient standing at an extended ... -
Validation, Assessment, and Application of the Bugando Cancer Registry for Radiotherapy Planning for the Lake Zone of Tanzania
(2018)Purpose: To validate, assess, and utilize the Bugando Cancer Registry (BCR) of Bugando Medical Centre (BMC), Mwanza, Tanzania for radiotherapy (RT) services planning.Methods: For BCR validation, we randomly sampled 63 total ... -
Validity of 24-Hour Dietary Recall in Children Age 8 to 16 in Western Kenya
(2013)<bold>Objective:</bold> The primary objective of this study is to test the validity of 24-hour dietary recall methods compared to the gold standard of measured portions and observed food intake in the study population for ... -
Validity of a Medical Record in Measuring the Quality of Obstetric Services in Rural Clinics in Greater Masaka District, Uganda
(2019)IntroductionDespite improvements in health service coverage, quality of care (QoC) is often poor in low- and middle-income countries. To improve QoC, accurate measurements of healthcare processes are needed. The aim of this ... -
Valley Dynamics and Tailored Light-matter Interaction in Two-dimensional Transition Metal Dichalcogenides
(2017)Two-dimensional transition metal dichalcogenides (TMDCs), with direct bandgaps in the visible to near-infrared wavelength, offer a tantalizing platform for making optoelectronic devices with enhanced and novel functionalities. ... -
Values and Perceptions of Shellfish Mariculture in Coastal North Carolina
(2018-04-27)Declining wild fish populations and an upward demand for seafood contribute to a growing interest in marine aquaculture as a source of fresh, local seafood. This study assessed the values and perceptions associated with ... -
Values and Symbolism in Anonymous's Brand Identity
(2015-08-05)Hacktivism is a portmanteau of computer hacking and activism (Wikipedia). Coined in 1996 by Omega, a member of cDc, “hacktivism” was linked to Article 19 of the United Nations Declaration of Human Rights (UNDHR), stating ... -
Valuing Land Conservation in North Carolina
(2010-04-28)Clean Water Management Trust Fund (CWMTF) works to protect and better North Carolina Water Resources by funding projects within the state of North Carolina. This masters project focuses on the benefits of conservation in ... -
Valuing Localized Externalities: Hog Operations in North Carolina
(2009-04)In the early 1990s, eastern North Carolina experienced a boom in industrial hog production. Among the negative externalities generated by this activity, residential property value losses due to operation proximity are some ... -
Valuing Nature in Business-A Case Study of Chemical Manufacturing and Forest Products Industries
(2014-04-24)Over the past several decades, there has been an increased realization of the extent to which the means of production in human society depend on and impact increasingly fragile natural systems. Working with our client, The ... -
Valuing the Economic Benefits of Florida's Conservation Lands
(2014-04-25)The ecosystem service value provided by conservation lands can be a useful tool as governments evaluate conservation priorities. Therefore, the Florida State Department of Environmental Protection requested a study building ... -
Valuing the Economic Benefits of Florida's Conservation Lands
(2014-04-25)The ecosystem service value provided by conservation lands can be a useful tool as governments evaluate conservation priorities. Therefore, the Florida State Department of Environmental Protection requested a study building ...
