Abstract Background Non-host resistance (NHR) confers plant species immunity against the majority of microbial pathogens and represents the most robust and durable form of plant resistance in nature.As one of the main genera of rust fungi with economic and biological importance, Puccinia infects almost all cereals but is unable to cause diseases on

Abstract Background Scotland currently has amongst the highest rates of drug-related deaths in Europe, leading to increased advocacy for safer drug consumption facilities (SDCFs) to be piloted in the country.In response to concerns about drug-related harms in Edinburgh, elected officials have considered introducing SDCFs in the city.This paper pres

Background.It has been suggested that contrast sensitivity can provide valuable information about visual function in addition to visual acuity assessment.Some patients retain relatively good visual acuity, yet complain of poor vision.In these patients, other tests of visual function such as contrast sensitivity should be evaluated.Methods.We examin

Assessment is an invaluable source of necessary and reliable information to determine those elements of the teaching practice that may affect the teaching learning process, so as adjust it, in a way that favors the learning self-regulation of the medical professionals about a language they need to compliment their professional training from the aca

PurposeStroke is a leading cause of death and disability worldwide.Despite the prevalence and associated burden of post-stroke cognitive impairment, there is uncertainty regarding optimum interventions to improve cognitive function in people post-stroke.The aim of this study is to explore the perspectives of key stakeholders on the design and devel