A simple model for the f?d transition of actinide and heavy lanthanide ions in crystals

Chang-Kui Duan,Michael F. Reid,Gang Ruan 한국물리학회 2006 Current Applied Physics Vol.6 No.3

The original simple model for 4f5d transitions [C.K. Duan, M.F. Reid, G.W. Burdick, Phys. Rev. B 6 (2002) 155108; C.K. Duan,M.F. Reid, J. Solid State Chem. 171 (2003) 299], which assumes a stronger exchange Coulomb interaction between 4forbitals and 5dorbitals than the 4fspinorbit interaction, is extended to the case where the eect of thef(4ffor heavy lanthanide and 5ffor actinidef5dspectra of heavy lanthanide and actinide ions in crystals.

Urban Respectability and the Maleness of (Southeast) Asian Modernity

Reid, Anthony The Asian Association of World Historians 2014 The Asian review of world histories Vol.2 No.2

The urban modernity that became an irresistible model for elites in Asia in the decades before and after 1900 was far from being gender-neutral. It represented an exceptional peak of patriarchy in its exclusion of respectable middle class women from the work force, from ownership and control of property and from politics. Marriage was indissoluble and the wife's role in the male-headed nuclear family was to care for and educate the abundant children she produced. Puritan religious values underlined the perils for women of falling outside this pattern of dependence on the male. Though upheld as modern and civilized, this ideal was in particularly striking contrast with the pre-colonial Southeast Asian pattern of economic autonomy and balance between women and men, and the relative ease of female-initiated divorce. Although attractive to many western-educated Southeast Asian men, including religious reformers determined to 'save' and domesticate women, urban respectability of this type was a poor fit for women accustomed to dominant roles in commerce and marketing, and at least equal ones in production. Southeast Asian relative failure in the high colonial era to adapt to the modern market economy may also have a gendered explanation. We should not be surprised that patriarchy and puritanism became more important in Southeast Asia as it urbanized in the late 20th Century, since this was echoing the European experience a century earlier. The question remains how far Southeast Asia could retain its relatively balanced gender pattern in face of its eventual rapid urbanization and commercial development.

The Effects of Fermented <i> Laminaria japonica</i> on Short-Term Working Memory and Physical Fitness in the Elderly

Reid, Storm N. S.,Ryu, Je-kwang,Kim, Yunsook,Jeon, Byeong Hwan Hindawi 2018 Evidence-based Complementary and Alternative Medic Vol.2018 No.-

<P>Considering the neuroprotective and antioxidant potential of fermented<I> Laminaria japonica</I> A. (FST), the purpose of the present study is to establish whether FST may be considered a viable, efficacious supplement that can be administered in later life to offset neurodegenerative conditions associated with aging. Forty senior subjects participated in a randomized, double-blind, and placebo-controlled study. Two groups were formed, one FST group (n = 32, 72.35 ± 5.54 yrs) and one placebo (CON) (n = 28, 74.57 ± 5.69 yrs), which received 1.5 g/day of FST for 6 weeks. Subjects were asked to abstain from any regular exercise. In order to analyze short-term memory, a variety of neuropsychological tests were implemented. Body composition, physical fitness evaluations, antioxidant function, and inflammatory markers were also included in the analyses pre- and posttest. We demonstrated that FST significantly improved neuropsychological test scores, including higher scores in the K-MMSE, numerical memory test, Raven test, and iconic memory, compared to the CON group. Shorter test trial times in the 6-minute walk test were observed in the FST group (<I>p</I><0.001 and<I> p</I><0.05, trials 1 and 2, respectively). FST also significantly increased antioxidant activity of GPx, GSR, and SOD, reduced the production of TBARS, and lowered 8-oxoDG levels. The present study highlights the potential widespread application of FST in protecting against the degenerative effects of aging on short-term memory and physical function. Neuropsychological evaluation indicates that FST may provide a protective mechanism against cognitive impairment associated with dementia. Neuromuscular integrity and physical function are typically compromised in aging and dementia patients; thus, whether by stimulation of muscle-related growth factors or an increase in serum BDNF, FST supplementation may act to preserve physical function in the elderly. The bioactive constituents of FST such as GABA and fucoidan acting to provide improvements in antioxidant activity following FST supplementation may protect against progressive degeneration purportedly caused by reactive oxygen species.</P>

Effect of Lactobacilli Oral Supplement on the Vaginal Microflora of Antibiotic Treated Patients: Randomized, Placebo-Controlled Study

Reid,Gregor,Hammond, Jo-Anne,Bruce, Andrew W. The Korean Society of Food Science and Nutrition 2003 Preventive Nutrition and Food Science Vol.8 No.2

Many antibiotic monographs cite the induction of vaginal infections as a possible side effect. Invariably, this is believed to be due to Candide albicans, and empirical therapy is given. However, recent studies raise the question of the extent to which yeast do infect the host after antibiotic use. A double-blind, randomized, placebo-controlled study was undertaken on female patients to determine how many yeast infections occurred following 10 days antibiotic use. In addition, the study was designed to examine whether oval use of probiotic lactobacilli can reduce the risk of vaginal infection. Twenty four patients diagnosed with respiratory, oval or throat infections received one of several types of antibiotic for 10 days, and two capsules containing 10$^{9}$ dried Lactobacillus rhamnosus GR-1 and L. fermentum RC-14 from the day of commencement of antibiotic therapy for 21 days. The most commonly prescribed antibiotic was biaxin (clarithromycin). All but one patient had lactobacilli in the vagina upon entry to the study, and none developed yeast vaginitis or diarrhea during treatment or 20 days after completion of antibiotics. The mean Nugent score was higher in the placebo than the lactobacilli group (4.1 versus 2.4), and three cases of bacterial vaginosis arose (25 % incidence compared to 0% in the lactobacilli group) in the placebo group (2 receiving cefuroxime, 1 on biaxin). The study suggested that current antibiotic use is not necessarily associated with either diarrhea or yeast infection, as is often surmised. Nevertheless, daily use of probiotics was safe and could potentially reduce the risk of patients developing bacterial vaginosis after antibiotic use.

GENERATION OF TACTILE STIMULATION IN THE RUMENORETICULUM

Reid, C.S.W.,Conway, J.F.,Beach, A.D. Asian Australasian Association of Animal Productio 1989 Animal Bioscience Vol.2 No.3

Genesis of derivative chromosome 9 deletions in chronic myeloid leukemia

Reid, Alistair G.,Nacheva, Ellie P. Wiley Subscription Services, Inc., A Wiley Company 2005 Genes, chromosomes & cancer Vol.43 No.2

Postmenopausal Osteoporosis : Prevention and Treatment

Reid, Ian R. Medical Publications Korea 1991 Medical Progress Vol.13 No.3

Global Trends - Digital Transformation & Testing

Reid, Stuart Korean Institute of Information Scientists and Eng 2016 정보과학회지 Vol.34 No.5

Complete Guide to Immunisation : Part Ⅱ: Infants and Childrens

Reid, J.S. Medical Publications Korea 1990 Medical Progress Vol.12 No.8

Cranberry Juice to Reduce Bladder Biofilms and Infection in Geriatric and Spinal Cord Injured Patients with Dysfunctional Bladders

Reid, Gregor,Potter, Patrick,Lam, Dominique,Warren, Diny,Borrie, Michael,Hayes, Keith The Korean Society of Food Science and Nutrition 2003 Preventive Nutrition and Food Science Vol.8 No.1

There is evidence to suggest that cranberry juice supplements improve the health of the urinary tract by inhibiting the binding of fimbriated uropathogenic E. coli to the bladder mucosa. In patients with neurogenic bladders, urinary tract infections (UTI) are particularly common and often poorly managed by antibiotic treatment. A double-blind, randomized, placebo-controlled trial was undertaken on 29 geriatric and spinal cord injured patients with dysfunctional bladders. They received three times daily at mealtimes a 4 oz bottle of cranberry juice (Ocean Spray Cranberries, USA) or a specially prepared synthetic placebo drink. Two episodes of UTI arose in week one of cranberry intake and none thereafter, compared to four episodes of UTI in 4 placebo patients in weeks four, six and 10. Mean bacterial adhesion counts on bladder cells of the patients rose during the first month of treatment in 71 % of the placebo patients compared to only 31 % of cranberry patients (p < 0.001). The difference persisted to some extent for the second and third months. Bacterial adhesion levels correlated with culture findings (higher adhesion and higher viable counts in urine) (p < 0.001), positive leukocyte nitrite tests (136$\pm$131 bacteria per cell versus 52$\pm$86 in negative tests) (p < 0.001), and higher white blood cell counts (> 10) per high power field (126$\pm$125 versus 48$\pm$85 bacteria per cell) (p<0.001). E. coli was the most frequently isolated organism (40% samples) followed by K. pneumoniae (17%) and a number of other uropathogens. Group B Streptococci, and coagulase negative Staphylococcus were recovered from urine in 4 samples but were not associated with any red blood cell presence. The daily intake of cranberry juice, in amounts which are not detrimental to long term compliance, appeared to have a role in reducing the risk of bladder colonization and infection in a highly susceptible patient population.