Search Results - "TAKASHIMA, Atsushi"
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Cellular stress induces non-canonical activation of the receptor tyrosine kinase EphA2 through the p38-MK2-RSK signaling pathway
Published in The Journal of biological chemistry (01-05-2023)“…The receptor tyrosine kinase ephrin type-A receptor 2 (EphA2) is overexpressed in malignant tumors. We previously reported that non-canonical EphA2…”
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Quantitative Measurement of the Pressure and Shear Stress Acting on the Body of a Wheelchair User Using a Wearable Sheet-Type Sensor: A Preliminary Study
Published in International journal of environmental research and public health (20-10-2022)“…To provide a safer sitting environment for wheelchair users, it is important to quantitatively measure the forces acting on the contact surface between the…”
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124 Core Stability is Involved in the Fall Risk of Older Adults
Published in Age and ageing (20-12-2019)“…Abstract Background Fall prevention in older adults is an important task. Lower extremity function is a main focus in fall prevention. There are few previous…”
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Mammal and bird species using cavities among forests of different ages on Okinawajima Island in the Ryukyu Archipelago, Japan
Published in Journal of forest research (02-11-2022)“…Various animals use tree cavities in the northern forest of Okinawajima Island in the Ryukyu Archipelago. However, the cavity characteristics and forest types…”
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Spatial and seasonal variations in soil respiration in a subtropical forest in Okinawa, Japan
Published in Ecological research (01-05-2023)“…To clarify soil respiration (soil CO2 efflux, Rs) characteristics in a subtropical evergreen broad‐leaved natural forest in Yambaru, Okinawa, Japan, we…”
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Effects of differences in aboveground dead organic matter types on the stand‐scale necromass and CO2 efflux estimates in a subtropical forest in Okinawa Island, Japan
Published in Ecological research (01-09-2022)“…Dead organic matter (DOM), which consists of leaf litter, fine woody debris (FWD; <3 cm diameter), downed coarse woody debris (CWDlog), and standing or…”
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The relationship between torso inclination and the shearing force of the buttocks while seated in a wheelchair: Preliminary research in non-disabled individuals
Published in Assistive technology (01-11-2020)“…The shearing force acting upon the contacting surface of the buttocks while seated in a wheelchair has been linked to the development of pressure ulcers…”
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Current Distribution of Armature Coils Combining Two Different Sizes of REBCO Racetrack Double Pancakes
Published in IEEE transactions on applied superconductivity (01-08-2023)“…We are currently developing superconducting electric propulsion armature coils which utilize REBa2Cu3Oy (REBCO) strands. To implement the REBCO coils in…”
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Morphology Control via RAFT Emulsion Polymerization-Induced Self-Assembly: Systematic Investigation of Core-Forming Blocks
Published in ACS omega (02-08-2022)“…Polymerization-induced self-assembly (PISA) is a useful formulation for readily obtaining nanoparticles from block copolymers in situ. Reversible…”
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Self-assembly of Aeropyrum pernix bacilliform virus 1 (APBV1) major capsid protein and its application as building blocks for nanomaterials
Published in Extremophiles : life under extreme conditions (01-12-2022)“…Virus capsid proteins have various applications in diverse fields such as biotechnology, electronics, and medicine. In this study, the major capsid protein of…”
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Plant indicator species for the conservation of priority forest in an insular forestry area, Yambaru, Okinawa Island
Published in Journal of forest research (04-05-2021)“…Degradation of old-growth forests is an important issue for global biodiversity conservation. Robust indicator species greatly facilitate the identification of…”
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Tree-cavity formation in the mature subtropical forests of Yambaru, Okinawa Island
Published in Journal of forest research (02-11-2021)“…Tree-cavities are considered as key components that support multiple species, including endemic ones, in subtropical forests in Yambaru, the northern area of…”
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High plant diversity and characteristic plant community structure in broad‐leaved evergreen forests on Amami‐Oshima and Tokunoshima Islands, Japan's newest natural World Heritage Site
Published in Ecological research (01-05-2023)“…Amami‐Oshima and Tokunoshima Islands (the Amami Islands) are part of an important area for biogeography in Japan. Although the uniqueness of the islands' flora…”
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A dataset for vascular plant diversity monitoring for the natural World Heritage site on Amami‐Oshima Island, Tokunoshima Island, and the northern Okinawa Island
Published in Ecological research (01-09-2022)“…This data paper presents the vascular plant biodiversity sampled from four plots on Amami‐Oshima Island, three plots on Tokunoshima Island, and one plot on…”
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Host selection and distribution of Dendrobium okinawense, an endangered epiphytic orchid in Yambaru, Japan
Published in Ecological research (01-09-2018)“…We investigated the epiphytic habit and distribution of Dendrobium okinawense , an endangered orchid in Yambaru (northern Okinawa), Japan. Fifty individuals of…”
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Knee extensor strength assessed using a vertical squat and a simple geometric model to calculate joint torque: An evaluation of validity and clinical utility
Published in Geriatrics & gerontology international (01-07-2018)“…Aim We propose a simple method to measure knee extensor muscle strength using a single‐legged vertical squat. The purpose of the present study was to assess…”
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Construction of a brain–machine hybrid system to evaluate adaptability of an insect
Published in Robotics and autonomous systems (01-05-2012)“…Insects perform adaptive behavior according to changing environmental conditions using comparatively small brains. Because adaptability is generated through…”
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Historical logging and current successional status of old-growth Cryptomeria japonica forest on Yakushima Island
Published in Journal of forest research (04-03-2017)“…Estimation of the current successional status of long-lived coniferous forests is difficult especially after several hundred years of human disturbance…”
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Characteristic analysis of an air cell for active air mattress of prevention for pressure ulcer
Published in Advanced robotics (03-04-2014)“…Today, the number of elderly people in Japan is increasing, and the number of families who have members in need of nursing care is also increasing. A home care…”
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Vertical stratification and effects of crown damage on maximum tree height in mixed conifer-broadleaf forests of Yakushima Island, southern Japan
Published in Plant ecology (01-11-2010)“…We investigated vertical stratification and effects of crown damage on maximum tree height in two mixed conifer-broadleaf forests in Yakushima Island, southern…”
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