Search Results - "Lee, W. P."
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Outcomes after hand and upper extremity transplantation
Published in Journal of materials science. Materials in medicine (01-05-2017)“…Hand and upper extremity transplantation (HUET) has emerged as the most frequently performed reconstructive procedure in the burgeoning field of vascularized…”
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Origin of observed narrow bandgap of mica nanosheets
Published in Scientific reports (21-02-2022)“…Mica nanosheets possess peculiar feature of narrowed bandgap with the decrease of thickness but a conclusive theoretical understanding of the narrowing…”
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Antibiotic Prophylaxis for Preventing Surgical-Site Infection in Plastic Surgery: An Evidence-Based Consensus Conference Statement from the American Association of Plastic Surgeons
Published in Plastic and reconstructive surgery (1963) (01-06-2015)“…BACKGROUND:There is a growing concern for microbial resistance as a result of overuse of antibiotics. Although guidelines have focused on the use of…”
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Morphology Design and Fabrication of Bio-Inspired Nano-MgO–Mg(OH)2 via Vapor Steaming to Enable Bulk CO2 Diffusion and Capture
Published in Materials (17-01-2022)“…The absorption of CO2 on MgO is being studied in depth in order to enhance carbon engineering. Production of carbonate on MgO surfaces, such as MgCO3, for…”
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Growth Hormone Improves Nerve Regeneration, Muscle Re-innervation, and Functional Outcomes After Chronic Denervation Injury
Published in Scientific reports (28-02-2019)“…This study investigates the efficacy of systemic growth hormone (GH) therapy in ameliorating the deleterious effects of chronic denervation (CD) injury on…”
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Polysulfone membranes blended with ZnO nanoparticles for reducing fouling by oleic acid
Published in Separation and purification technology (22-03-2012)“…► ZnO nanoparticles were blended into Psf membranes to reduce fouling. ► Membrane hydrophilicity and thermal stability were greatly enhanced. ► EDX analysis…”
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Trauma-induced Rejection in Vascularized Composite Allotransplantation
Published in Annals of surgery (01-05-2020)“…Vascularized composite allotransplantation (VCA) is a relatively new field in reconstructive medicine. Likely a result of the unique tissue composition of…”
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Mouse Models of Rheumatoid Arthritis
Published in Veterinary pathology (01-09-2015)“…Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a chronic debilitating autoimmune disorder characterized by synovitis that leads to cartilage and bone erosion by invading…”
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Dendritic cells in multiple sclerosis: key players in the immunopathogenesis, key players for new cellular immunotherapies?
Published in Multiple sclerosis (01-07-2013)“…Many studies have demonstrated the role of the adaptive immune system in the pathogenesis of multiple sclerosis (MS). Recent data suggest that dendritic cells…”
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The promise of organ and tissue preservation to transform medicine
Published in Nature biotechnology (01-06-2017)“…The ability to replace organs and tissues on demand could save or improve millions of lives each year globally and create public health benefits on par with…”
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Macroporous nanofiber wraps promote axonal regeneration and functional recovery in nerve repair by limiting fibrosis
Published in Acta biomaterialia (01-04-2019)“…[Display omitted] Functional outcomes following nerve repair remain suboptimal. Scarring at the repair site is a major impediment to regeneration. A…”
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Establishing community mental health facilities: a comparative review of Hong Kong and international jurisdictions
Published in BMC health services research (07-01-2023)“…The establishment of mental health facilities in the community has been hindered by opposition from local residents in Hong Kong. Through a comparative review,…”
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Hidden lattice instabilities as origin of the conductive interface between insulating LaAlO3 and SrTiO3
Published in Nature communications (14-09-2016)“…The metallic interface between insulating LaAlO 3 and SrTiO 3 opens up the field of oxide electronics. With more than a decade of researches on this…”
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TNF superfamily member TL1A elicits type 2 innate lymphoid cells at mucosal barriers
Published in Mucosal immunology (01-05-2014)“…Immune responses at mucosal barriers are regulated by innate type 2 lymphoid cells (ILC2s) that elaborate effector cytokines interleukins 5 and 13 (IL5 and…”
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Editorial Expression of Concern: The NAD+ salvage pathway modulates cancer cell viability via p73
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Upper-extremity transplantation using a cell-based protocol to minimize immunosuppression
Published in Annals of surgery (01-02-2013)“…To minimize maintenance immunosuppression in upper-extremity transplantation to favor the risk-benefit balance of this procedure. Despite favorable outcomes,…”
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Growth Hormone Therapy Accelerates Axonal Regeneration, Promotes Motor Reinnervation, and Reduces Muscle Atrophy following Peripheral Nerve Injury
Published in Plastic and reconstructive surgery (1963) (01-06-2016)“…BACKGROUND:Therapies to improve outcomes following peripheral nerve injury are lacking. Prolonged denervation of muscle and Schwann cells contributes to poor…”
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Efficient Synthesis of 2D Mica Nanosheets by Solvothermal and Microwave-Assisted Techniques for CO2 Capture Applications
Published in Materials (06-04-2023)“…Mica, a commonly occurring mineral, has significant potential for various applications due to its unique structure and properties. However, due to its non-Van…”
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Gemcitabine enhances the efficacy of reovirus-based oncotherapy through anti-tumour immunological mechanisms
Published in British journal of cancer (07-01-2014)“…Background: Reovirus preferentially infects and kills cancer cells and is currently undergoing clinical trials internationally. While oncolysis is the primary…”
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The Efficacy of Schwann-Like Differentiated Muscle-Derived Stem Cells in Treating Rodent Upper Extremity Peripheral Nerve Injury
Published in Plastic and reconstructive surgery (1963) (01-10-2021)“…There is a pressing need to identify alternative mesenchymal stem cell sources for Schwann cell cellular replacement therapy, to improve peripheral nerve…”
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