Temporal-bone (TB) experiments are useful for the investigation of middle-ear and inner-ear transfer properties, and the analysis and development of active or passive middleear prostheses or related devices.To acquire the mechanical middle-ear (ME) response, the Laser-Doppler vibrometry (LDV) is utilized as a preferred method.In most setups, Rug Ha
Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19), caused by severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2), a novel coronavirus in humans, has expanded globally over the past year.COVID-19 remains an important subject of intensive research owing to its huge impact on economic and public health globally.Based on historical archives, the first coron
Molecular markers and genetic maps play an important role in plant genomics and breeding studies.Cauliflower is an important and distinctive vegetable; however, very few molecular resources have been reported for this species.In this study, a novel, specific-locus amplified fragment (SLAF) sequencing strategy was employed for large-scale single nuc
Abstract Background The purpose of this article is to describe an interventional project in a University Hospital.It explains the adjustments that were made to provide good care for patients with intellectual and developmental disabilities in an acute care setting in Western Switzerland.It is not the exposition of the results of a formalised resear
Due to the growing demand for offshore renewable energy, the development of durable submarine power cables is critical.Submarine power cables are expected to have a service life of over 20 years.However, it has been shown that these cables suffer from water-tree flaws that progressively extend to conductors and corrode copper, which may lead to pre