Organ donation after physician-assisted death

in Transplant International (2008), 21(9), 915

Colourism: from a Local Legacy of Slavery to a Global Power Dynamics

in Journal de BabeLg (2008), 25

Commentaire de l'arrêt Quelle

in Revue de Droit Commercial Belge = Tijdschrift voor Belgisch Handelsrecht (2008)

Exocrine pancreas graft drainage in recipientduodenum through side-to-side duodenoduodenostomy

in Transplant International (2008), 21

Infrared Signature of DNA G-Quadruplexes in the Gas Phase

in Journal of the American Chemical Society (2008), 130(6), 1810-1

DNA oligonucleotide ions forming G-quadruplex structures were studied in the gas phase using IRMPD spectroscopy. Data interpretation on these large biomolecule ions was made using carefully chosen control ... [more ▼]

DNA oligonucleotide ions forming G-quadruplex structures were studied in the gas phase using IRMPD spectroscopy. Data interpretation on these large biomolecule ions was made using carefully chosen control experiments. The major finding is a fingerprint of hydrogen bonding in the gas phase in the guanine C6=O6 stretching mode, that allows probing the conservation of G-quartets in the gas phase. The experiments demonstrate the conservation of G-quadruplex hydrogen bonds in the human telomeric sequence d(TTAGGG)4. [less ▲]

Un projet ambitieux : l'informatisation du Französisches Etymologisches Wörterbuch

in Wallonnes : Chronique de la Société de Langue et de Littérature Wallonnes (2008), (3e trimestre), 3-5

Vorwort

in Germanistische Mitteilungen (2008), (68), 3-4

De la prétendue infériorité de certaines démarches de recherche. Réponse à Jean-Marc Weller

in Gérer et Comprendre (2007), 87

Explains the methodological choices underlying the paper entitled "La coordination au sein des organisations: éléments de recadrage conceptuel"

Comet C/2006 P1 (McNaught)

in Central Bureau Electronic Telegrams (CBETs) (2007), 832

CBET 832 available at Central Bureau for Astronomical Telegrams.

The Belgian Competition Council assesses the validity of opening days/hours and advertising provisions for pharmacy outlets as set by the pharmacists professional associations (Belgian Pharmacists Associations)

in e-competitions bulletin (2007)

Alternative approaches for the derivation of discontinuous Galerkin methods for nonlinear mechanics

in Journal of Applied Mechanics (2007), 74

Discontinuous Galerkin methods are commonly derived by seeking a weak statement of the governing differential equations via a weighted-average approach allowing for discontinuous fields at the element ... [more ▼]

Discontinuous Galerkin methods are commonly derived by seeking a weak statement of the governing differential equations via a weighted-average approach allowing for discontinuous fields at the element interfaces of the discretization. In order to ensure consistency and stability of the formulation, this approach requires the definition of a numerical flux and a stabilization term. Discontinuous Galerkin methods may also be formulated from a linear combination of the governing and compatibility equations weighted by suitable operators. A third approach based on a variational statement of a generalized energy functional has been proposed recently for finite elasticity. This alternative approach naturally leads to an expression of the numerical flux and the stabilization terms in the context of large deformation mechanics problems. This paper compares these three approaches and establishes the conditions under which identical formulations are obtained. [less ▲]

Evidence for a further fractionation of the verbal STM system: Selective impairments for item and serial order retention capacities in STM patients

in Brain & Language (2007), 103

Comet C/2006 P1 (McNaught)

in Central Bureau Electronic Telegrams (CBETs) (2007), 832

CBET 832 available at Central Bureau for Astronomical Telegrams.

GRB070429B: VLT observations.

in GRB Coordinates Network (2007), 6372

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Pulmonary function and antimicrobial concentration after marbofloxacin inhalation in horses.

in Veterinary Record : Journal of the British Veterinary Association (2007), 161(10), 348-350

Résumé de thèse : La transition du Paléolithique moyen au supérieur dans la plaine septentrionale de l’Europe. Les problématiques du Lincombien-Ranisien-Jerzmanowicien

in Bulletin de la Société Préhistorique Française (2007), 104(3), 593-597

Cat is a major allergen in patients with asthma from west Siberia, Russia

in Allergy (2006), 61(4), 509-510

The Belgian Competition Council fines the Association Sportive Automobile Francophone for an abuse of dominant position relating to sporting rules (ETE-KILT/ASAF)

in e-competitions bulletin (2006)

Cysteinyl-leukotrienes contribute to sputum eosinophil chemotactic activity in asthmatics

in Allergy (2006), 61(1), 136-139

Background: Cysteinyl-leukotrienes are lipid derived mediators involved in asthma. They are able to stimulate eosinophil chemotaxis in vitro. Induced sputum from asthmatics has been shown to contain ... [more ▼]

Background: Cysteinyl-leukotrienes are lipid derived mediators involved in asthma. They are able to stimulate eosinophil chemotaxis in vitro. Induced sputum from asthmatics has been shown to contain eosinophil chemotactic activity. The purpose of our study was to evaluate the contribution of cysteinyl-leukotrienes to sputum eosinophil chemotactic activity in asthmatics and to seek whether there might be differences between asthmatics free of inhaled corticosteroids vs those regularly receiving this treatment. Methods: Twenty-two patients (11 corticosteroid free, mean FEV1 99% predicted, 11 corticosteroid-treated, mean FEV1 77% predicted) recruited from our asthma clinic underwent a sputum induction. Sputum was processed according to standard procedure. Eosinophil chemotactic activity contained in the fluid phase was assessed using Boyden microchamber model and expressed as chemotaxis index (CI). Cysteinyl-leukotrienes were measured in sputum supernatant by ELISA and their role in sputum eosionophil chemotactic activity was evaluated by using montelukast, a selective antagonist of a cys-LT1 receptor. Results: Cysteinyl-leukotrienes were well detectable in sputum supernatants from both steroid-naive (247 +/- 42 pg/ml) and steroid-treated (228 +/- 26 pg/ml) asthmatics. Sputum eosinophil chemotactic activity was indiscriminately present in both corticosteroid-naive (CI: 2.61 +/- 0.22) and corticosteroid-treated (2.98 +/- 0.35) asthmatics. Montelukast (100 mu M) significantly inhibited the eosinophil chemotactic activity in both groups achieving a mean inhibition of 54.2 +/- 9.2% (P < 0.001) and 64.7 +/- 7.8% (P < 0.001) in steroid-naive and steroid-treated asthmatics respectively. Conclusion: Cysteinyl-leukotrienes actively participate in sputum eosinophil chemotactic activity found in asthmatics irrespective of whether they are or not under treatment with inhaled corticoids. [less ▲]

Degré d'atteinte nerveuse périphérique dans la SLA, la SLP et la maladie de Kennedy

in Neurophysiologie Clinique = Clinical Neurophysiology (2006)

Comment on Flutter Prediction from Flight Flutter Test Data

in Journal of Aircraft (2006), 43(3), 862-863

In a previous paper entitled “Flutter Predictions from Flight Flutter Test Data” the authors applied a number of different flutter prediction methods to data from two simulated aeroelastic aircraft models ... [more ▼]

In a previous paper entitled “Flutter Predictions from Flight Flutter Test Data” the authors applied a number of different flutter prediction methods to data from two simulated aeroelastic aircraft models and compared the resulting flutter predictions. The two simulated models were a simple three-degree-of-freedom Hancock wing model and the Sim-2 model of a generic four-engined civil transport. One of the methods examined in the paper was the Nissim and Gilyard method (NGM). Because of difficulties encountered with the Sim-2 model, the authors failed to apply the NGM successfully to it, and only results for the Hancock model were presented in the paper. With the aid of Eli Nissim, the authors have now succeeded in applying the method to the Sim-2 model and to obtain quality flutter predictions from it. In this short Comment, the initial problems encountered will be described and then the solutions will be outlined. Finally, flutter predictions for the method will be presented and compared to the flutter predictions obtained from the other methods by Dimitriadis and Cooper. [less ▲]

High precision photometry in crowded stellar fields

in SPIE Newsroom (2006)

A deconvolution-based method which allows to derive high-precision photometry of stars in crowded fields, proves very useful for a variety of astronomical projects, including transit searches for ... [more ▼]

A deconvolution-based method which allows to derive high-precision photometry of stars in crowded fields, proves very useful for a variety of astronomical projects, including transit searches for extrasolar planets. [less ▲]

Valeur pronostique de la TASPM dans la SLA

in Neurophysiologie Clinique = Clinical Neurophysiology (2006)

Observations

in Journal des Juges de Paix = Tijdschrift van de Vrederecters (2006), (mars-avril), 132-133

Bird and Environment

in Current Science (2005), 89(9), 1461-1462

Comet C/2005 K2 (LINEAR)

in International Astronomical Union Circulars [=IAUCs] (2005), 8566

IAUC 8566 available at Central Bureau for Astronomical Telegrams.

The CINEMA Project: A Video-Based Human-Computer Interaction System for Audio-Visual Immersion

in ERCIM News (2005), 62

Numerous studies are currently focusing on the modelling of humans and their behavior in 3D environments. The CINEMA project has similar goals but differentiates itself by aiming at enhanced interactions ... [more ▼]

Numerous studies are currently focusing on the modelling of humans and their behavior in 3D environments. The CINEMA project has similar goals but differentiates itself by aiming at enhanced interactions, the creation of mixed reality, and the creation of interactive and reactive acoustical environments. Part of the project consists in gesture recognition of a user, who is given the real-time control of auralization and audio spatialization processes. [less ▲]

Distortion function and clustering for local linear models

in Journal of Sound & Vibration (2005), 280(1-2), 443-448

Principal component analysis (PCA) is a ubiquitous statistical technique for data analysis. PCA is however limited by its linearity and may sometimes be too simple for dealing with real-world data ... [more ▼]

Principal component analysis (PCA) is a ubiquitous statistical technique for data analysis. PCA is however limited by its linearity and may sometimes be too simple for dealing with real-world data especially when the relations among variables are nonlinear. Recent years have witnessed the emergence of nonlinear generalizations of PCA, as for instance nonlinear principal component analysis (NLPCA) [1] or vector quantization principal component analysis (VQPCA) [2]. VQPCA involves a two-step procedure, namely a clustering of the data space into several regions and the application of PCA in each local region. In Ref. [3], VQPCA was applied for the reconstruction of dynamical response and it was shown that it is potentially a more effective tool than conventional PCA. The purpose of this technical note is to further investigate VQPCA and to have a closer look at the choice of the distortion function used for clustering the data space. [less ▲]

Massive renal and adrenal calcifications in a young dialysis patient with familial Mediterranean fever

in Nephrology Dialysis Transplantation (2005), 20(1), 238-238

The Danish Competition Authority finds that Skoda importer abused of its dominant position for operating a system of fidelity rebates (Pradan Auto Import)

in e-competitions bulletin (2005)

The Danish Competition Council exempts an agreement between cinemas and advertisers (Dansk Reklame Film)

in e-competitions bulletin (2005)

The Belgian Competition Council accepts commitments in order to improve competition on the soft drink market (Coca-Cola)

in ecompetitions bulletin (2005)

The Finish competition authority states that rebates granted by pharmaceutical companies to pharmacies are unlawful on the basis of both EC and national competition provisions

in ecompetitions bulletin (2005)

Résumé de thèse - Le système latéral du bar, Dicentrarchus labrax, et les conséquences d'un dysfonctionnement sur son comportement: action potentielle des ions métalliques

in Cybium (2005), 29(2), 118

Le système latéral est un organe sensoriel présent chez les poissons et utilisé pour l'identification et la localisation d'obstacles, la détection des objets en mouvement (proies, prédateurs, nage en banc ... [more ▼]

Le système latéral est un organe sensoriel présent chez les poissons et utilisé pour l'identification et la localisation d'obstacles, la détection des objets en mouvement (proies, prédateurs, nage en banc, parade sexuelle) et la rhéotaxie. L'intégrité morphologique et fonctionnelle de ce système sensoriel apparaît donc comme un élément indispensable à la présence et à la survie d'un poisson dans un écosystème. Or, de part sa localisation à l'interface entre l'animal et le milieu, et par le fait qu'il fonctionne via des flux d'ions, cet organe sensoriel pourrait être la cible d'une pollution d'origine naturelle ou anthropique. Le but de cette étude était d'examiner l'impact d'une pollution métallique du milieu (et en particulier de l'ion cadmium) sur l'état tissulaire et fonctionnel du système latéral du bar, Dicentrarchus labrax (L.), puis d'observer les conséquences comportementales induites sur des groupes d'individus évoluant dans des conditions contrôlées de laboratoire. Une étude préliminaire des caractéristiques morphologiques et de la distribution spatiale des neuromastes composant le système latéral du bar a révélé la présence de deux types de neuromastes (superficiels et canaux) répartis sur la tête, le tronc et la queue. Le gradient décroissant de capacité sensorielle, mis en évidence de l'extrémité rostrale à l'extrémité caudale de la ligne latérale troncale du bar, est très original et pourrait jouer un rôle dans le fonctionnement du système latéral. L'axe de sensibilité majeure des deux types de neuromastes du système latéral troncal s’aligne selon l'axe longitudinal du poisson, ce qui lui confère une sensibilité accrue aux stimuli appliqués le long de son corps. L'inactivation artificielle du système latéral du poisson entraîne une réduction de son exploration verticale de l'habitat. Par contre, aucun effet sur sa prise alimentaire nocturne n’est constaté lorsque cette prise est constituée de proies inertes ; un système de compensation sensorielle orienté sur le système olfactif se mettant en place très rapidement. Les conséquences comportementales d'une exposition aiguë du bar à l'ion métallique cadmium ont ensuite été examinées. Le cadmium à forte concentration dans l'eau de mer (5 µg.l-1) a un effet inhibiteur sur la réponse de fuite des poissons face à un danger. Cet effet comportemental s'accompagne de la destruction des deux types de neuromastes composant le système latéral. Après 21 jours, on constate une régénération des tissus des neuromastes, ainsi qu'une restauration du comportement de fuite des poissons. Par contre, lors de l'exposition aiguë au cadmium à la concentration rencontrée en milieu naturel contaminé (0,5 µg.l-1), le comportement de fuite du poisson n'est pas modifié et les tissus des neuromastes demeurent intacts. Cependant, les stimuli appliqués lors de cette étude pour simuler un danger étant relativement forts, on peut se demander si après une exposition aiguë au cadmium à 0,5 µg.l-1, le bar serait toujours capable de détecter le mouvement ténu d'une proie vivante mobile. Ce travail mériterait d'être poursuivi par des études visant à déterminer la concentration seuil de cadmium responsable de dommages tissulaires au niveau des neuromastes et celle causant des désordres comportementaux. Il serait également intéressant d'examiner l'effet synergique des ions métalliques présents dans le milieu naturel (cadmium, cobalt, cuivre, mercure, nickel, plomb, zinc, etc.…) sur le système latéral et le comportement du bar. [less ▲]

In Memoriam François Pirot

in Bulletin Bibliographique de la Société Rencesvals (2005), 35

PROGNOSTIC VALUE OF AMPS METHOD IN ALS PATIENTS

in Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis & Other Motor Neuron Disorders (2005)

Sex in the media

in Scientist (Philadelphia, Pa.) (2004), 18

Evaluation des paramètres neurophysiologiques permettant un diagnostic précoce de « thoracic outlet syndrome » (TOS)

in Neurophysiologie Clinique = Clinical Neurophysiology (2004)

« Myosite » focale de la loge antéro-externe de la jambe : à propos d’un cas

in Neurophysiologie Clinique = Clinical Neurophysiology (2004)

Symétrie et reproductibilité temporelle des données neurographiques Bouquiaux O, Wang FC

in Neurophysiologie Clinique = Clinical Neurophysiology (2004)

Peculiar Variable in Crux

in International Astronomical Union Circulars [=IAUCs] (2003), 8185

IAUC 8185 available at Central Bureau for Astronomical Telegrams.

Les nouveaux antifongiques

in Noso-Bulles, bulletin d'information du comité d'hygiène hospitalière et du GGA du CHU de liège (2003)

L'article est une mise au point sur les antifongiques avec leurs indications, toxicité, posologie et critères de remboursement.

Conceptual issues in 3D Urban GIS

in GIM International (2003), 17(1), 33-35

Further evidence for persisting difficulties in orthographic learning in highly educated adults with a history of developmental dyslexia

in Brain & Language (2003), 87(1), 145-146

Tuning of ruthenium N-heterocyclic carbene catalysts for ATRP

in Chemical Communications (2003), (13), 1526-1527

Depending on the substituents, R-1 and R-2, ruthenium(II) - p-cymene complexes bearing N-heterocyclic carbene ligands are either efficient catalysts for the well-controlled atom transfer radical ... [more ▼]

Depending on the substituents, R-1 and R-2, ruthenium(II) - p-cymene complexes bearing N-heterocyclic carbene ligands are either efficient catalysts for the well-controlled atom transfer radical polymerisation of methyl methacrylate and styrene, or promote a redox-initiated free-radical process. [less ▲]

European COST action F3 on structural dynamics. Working group 3: identification of non-linear systems. Introduction and conclusions

in Mechanical Systems & Signal Processing (2003)

Real sex in bacteria !

in Microbiology Today (2003), 30

Valeurs de références de l’analyse en mode multi-MUP du multifidus dorso-lombaire

in Neurophysiologie Clinique = Clinical Neurophysiology (2002)

Symmetry of neurography

in Journal of Neurology (2002), 249

Lésion du nerf interosseux postérieur liée à une randonnée prolongée en vélo-tout-terrain (VTT)

in Neurophysiologie Clinique = Clinical Neurophysiology (2002)