FECAL METATRANSCRIPTOMICS OF MACAQUES WITH IDIOPATHIC CHRONIC DIARRHEA REVEALS ALTERED MUCIN DEGRADATION AND FUCOSE UTILIZATION

Fecal metatranscriptomics of macaques with idiopathic chronic diarrhea reveals altered mucin degradation and fucose utilization

Abstract Background Idiopathic chronic diarrhea (ICD) is a common cause of morbidity and mortality among juvenile rhesus macaques.Characterized by chronic inflammation of the colon and repeated bouts of diarrhea, ICD is largely unresponsive to medical interventions, including corticosteroid, antiparasitic, and antibiotic treatments.Although ICD is

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Montessori Identity in Dialogue

Montessori teacher education includes an Toner intensive and ongoing teacher transformation.This experience aids in the development of a clearly defined teacher identity.Research on teacher identity broadly has shown that while such an identity can offer guidance and support, it can also limit teachers and prevent them from exploring other strategi

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Development of a Self-Determination Theory-Based Physical Activity Intervention for Aged Care Workers: Protocol for the Activity for Well-being Program

Despite the well-established benefits of regular participation in physical activity, many Australians still fail to maintain sufficient levels.More self-determined types of motivation and more positive affect during activity have been found to be associated with the maintenance of physical activity behaviour over time.Need-supportive approaches to

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