While changes in glomerular function and structure may herald diabetic kidney disease (DKD), many studies have underscored the significance of tubule-interstitial changes in the progression of DKD.Indeed, tubule-interstitial fibrosis may be the most important determinant of progression of DKD as in many forms of chronic glomerulopathies.The mechani
Plant associated bacteria with plant growth promotion (PGP) properties have been proposed for use as environmentally friendly biofertilizers for sustainable agriculture; however, analysis of their efficacy in the field is often limited.In this study, greenhouse and field trials were carried out using individual endophytic Pseudomonas fluorescens st
BACKGROUND:Type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular disease impose substantial clinical and economic burdens for seniors (age 65 and above) and the Medicare program.Intensive Behavioral Counseling (IBC) interventions like the National Diabetes Prevention Program (NDPP), have demonstrated effectiveness in reducing excess body weight and lowering or delayi
This paper concerns the state of professionalization of adult education in Europe.The field of adult education is not clearly defined, but it is strictly linked and overlapped to other social sectors.A debate on the professionalization of this fi eld is scarce in all European countries.The field of adult education is characterized by a wide percent