Mechanism of Human Tooth Eruption: Review Article Including a New Theory for Future Studies on the Eruption Process

Human eruption is a unique developmental process in the organism. The aetiology or the mechanism behind eruption has never been fully understood and the scientific literature in the field is extremely sparse. Human and animal tissues provide different possibilities for eruption analyses, briefly discussed in the introduction. Human studies, mainly clinical and radiological, have focused on normal eruption and gender differences. Why a tooth begins eruption and what enables it to move eruptively and later to end these eruptive movements is not known. Pathological eruption courses contribute to insight into the aetiology behind eruption. A new theory on the eruption mechanism is presented. Accordingly, the mechanism of eruption depends on the correlation between space in the eruption course, created by the crown follicle, eruption pressure triggered by innervation in the apical root membrane, and the ability of the periodontal ligament to adapt to eruptive movements. Animal studies and studies on normal and pathological eruption in humans can support and explain different aspects in the new theory. The eruption mechanism still needs elucidation and the paper recommends that future research on eruption keeps this new theory in mind. Understanding the aetiology of the eruption process is necessary for treating deviant eruption courses.

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Insight into the workforce advancing fields of science and technology

10.1101/2020.06.01.128355 ◽

2020 ◽

Author(s):

Frank W. Pfrieger

Keyword(s):

Scientific Literature ◽

Science And Technology ◽

Publication Output ◽

Bibliographic Databases ◽

Future Research ◽

Research Teams ◽

Growing Body ◽

And Performance ◽

Context Specific ◽

Insight Into

AbstractAdvances in biomedicine and other fields of science and technology depend on research teams and their peer-reviewed publications. The scientific literature represents an invaluable socioeconomic resource guiding future research. Typically, this growing body of information is explored by queries in bibliographic databases concerning topics of interest and by subsequent scrutiny of matching publications. This approach informs readily about content, but leaves the workforce driving the field largely unexplored. The hurdle can be overcome by a transparent team-centered analysis that visualizes the teams working in a field of interest and that delineates their genealogic and collaborative relations. Context-specific, but citation-independent metrics gauge team impact and reveal key contributors valuing publication output, mentorship and collaboration. The new insight into the structure, dynamics and performance of the workforce driving research in distinct disciplines complements ongoing efforts to mine the scientific literature, foster collaboration, evaluate research and guide future policies and investments.

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Perceptions of parental behavior with regard to parents’ gender and respondents’ age and gender

Psihologija ◽

10.2298/psi1004427o ◽

2010 ◽

Vol 43 (4) ◽

pp. 427-439 ◽

Cited By ~ 1

Author(s):

Jelena Opsenica-Kostic ◽

Tatjana Stefanovic-Stanojevic

Keyword(s):

Paternal Care ◽

Parental Behavior ◽

Future Research ◽

Behavior Changes ◽

Age And Gender ◽

Significant Difference ◽

The Difference ◽

And Gender ◽

Gender Groups ◽

Insight Into

The findings of the research into the perceived parental behavior provide contrasting data as to the existence and the nature of differences in the perception of parental behavior based on parents? gender and respondents? gender. The purpose of the present study is to examine the differences in the perceived parental behavior in adolescents with regard to parents? gender and respondents? age and gender. The study included 466 respondents (262 girls and 204 boys), in middle to late adolescence, divided into four sub-groups according to their age. The respondents were asked to fill in the Parental Bonding Instrument (PBI) questionnaire which measures the care and overprotection in mothers and fathers respectively. The obtained findings show the existence of significant difference based on the parents? gender for both subscales: both maternal care and maternal overprotection were estimated as higher. Observing the differences by respondents? gender on the whole sample, only one significant difference is found: paternal overprotection was estimated as higher by girls. The differences by age as observed within gender groups are completely disparate for girl and boy groups. The best insight into the differences is obtained through analysis by gender, for groups relatively homogenous in terms of their age (for the first three groups the only significant difference appears in the paternal overprotection subscale; the difference disappears in the subgroup of the oldest respondents?, while the differences between the perception of maternal and paternal care are of significance here). One particularly important finding for future research into rearing behavior is the fact that the perception of parental behavior changes over the period of adolescence differently for boys and girls; therefore, the analysis including perceived parental behavior should be performed for subgroups by gender, which are as homogenous as possible in terms of their age.

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An Updated Technical–Tactical Categorisation in Taekwondo: From General Tactical Objectives to Combat Situations

Sustainability ◽

10.3390/su131910493 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 13 (19) ◽

pp. 10493

Author(s):

Merce Barrientos ◽

Miguel A. Saavedra-García ◽

Rafael Arriaza-Loureda ◽

Cristina Menescardi ◽

Juan J. Fernández-Romero

Keyword(s):

Scientific Literature ◽

Electronic Devices ◽

Reliable Data ◽

Future Research ◽

Future Studies ◽

Category System ◽

System A ◽

Rule Changes ◽

Competitive Model ◽

Generalisability Theory

Taekwondo competition underwent enormous development with the recent introduction of electronic scoring devices and rule changes. Although the competitive model of taekwondo had been previously studied, most of the literature that analyses this model was previous to the introduction of electronic devices or not based on a prior system of categories. Not only are results of an up-to-date taxonomy essential to guarantee the sustainability of future research about taekwondo based on methodological observation, but they are also completely necessary. This article proposes and validates a new categorisation of taekwondoist technical–tactical actions in the competition after the modifications were introduced between Beijing 2008 and Tokyo 2021 qualification events. The association between environmental conditions, tactical objectives, and technical actions determines the defining parameters of the combat situations. To design the category system, a dual methodology was used: in the first stage, an in-depth review of the technical and scientific literature based on observation of combats was carried out. From that review, a synthesis document was produced, which subsequently was used as a basis for canvassing an up-to-date view of the question from expert advisers. The existing terminology and categories were rearranged and updated, establishing new parameters involved in the technical–tactical resources of contest situations. This updated categorisation was tested by using the generalisability theory, revealing excellent-to-perfect observers’ agreement and reliable data. This new categorisation will allow designing precise and sustainable tools over time for methodological observation of taekwondo in future studies.

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The evolution of absorptive capacity in the scientific literature: a bibliometric analysis focused on innovation

Revista Ibero-Americana de Estratégia ◽

10.5585/riae.v20i1.18752 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 20 (1) ◽

pp. e18752

Author(s):

Tainá Alves Townsend ◽

Cristiane Drebes Pedron ◽

Marcos Rogério Mazzieri

Keyword(s):

Network Analysis ◽

Absorptive Capacity ◽

Web Of Science ◽

Scientific Literature ◽

Scientific Production ◽

Intellectual Structure ◽

Research Gaps ◽

Coupling Analysis ◽

Future Studies ◽

Insight Into

Objective of the study: This study aims to analyze scientific production about absorptive capacity and innovation in such a way as to make it possible to identify study trends and the theoretical bases on which they are based.Methodology / Approach: We performed bibliographic coupling, co-citation, and social network analysis on a sample of 3,698 articles, considering 2,778 articles from Web of Science and 920 articles from Scopus.Originality / Relevance: In a preliminary search, only two bibliometric works were identified that focused on absorptive capacity and innovation. However, since 2015, more than 1,500 articles have been published, with new perspectives, advancing studies on this topic.Main results: The coupling analysis resulted in six factors showing the trends of future studies. The co-citation analysis presented three factors, representing the intellectual structure arising from the coupling analysis. The network analysis provided insight into how these studies connect. The results point to trends in future studies that can fill the research gaps on absorptive capacity and innovation. In addition, we also indicate the theoretical fronts that can be used to explore these trends. Finally, we present a model that summarizes our findings and shows how they can contribute to the advancement of research based on the seminal model of Zahra and George (2002).Theoretical / Methodological contributions: We present a mapping of the theme that provides a clearer view of which seminal works are used to approach each theme to be explored in future studies, associating the results of the bibliometric techniques used.

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Research on Contamination of Foods with Mercury Mining: A Ten-Year (2011-2020) Bibliometric Analysis

IOP Conference Series Earth and Environmental Science ◽

10.1088/1755-1315/926/1/012058 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 926 (1) ◽

pp. 012058

Author(s):

O Zuas ◽

C Elishian ◽

N T E Darmayanti ◽

H Budiman ◽

U K Yaumidin

Keyword(s):

Network Analysis ◽

Scientific Literature ◽

Primary Source ◽

Future Research ◽

Country Analysis ◽

Scopus Database ◽

The Relationship ◽

Insight Into ◽

Hg Mining ◽

Mercury Mining

Abstract The first study on bibliometric network analysis of research on contamination of foods with mercury (Hg) mining is presented. The Hg mining has been reported as the primary source of toxic Hg contamination of foods. The living population’s exposure to Hg is highly associated with the consumption of Hg-contaminated foods and water. This study aims to explore the global scientific literature to gain insight into how the scientific literature addresses contamination of foods with Hg mining using bibliometric network analysis. The study was conducted on 319 documents from publications indexed in the Scopus database from 2011 to 2020. We collected reviewed documents using various techniques to analyze this issue, including general statistics, bibliometrics, and analytics. According to analysis results, several significant findings were found as follows. The co-authorship network demonstrates the relationship among authors and countries regarding contamination of foods with Hg mining. Co-authorship authors and country analysis indicate that “Chinese authors” and “the Chinese Academic of Sciences” are the first among the most influential authors and institution, respectively. Moreover, from systematic visualization of co-occurrence keywords and clustering analyses, six major clusters were reviewed and have been identified as potential opportunities for future research.

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A PHYSIOLOGIST'S PERSPECTIVE ON ROBOTIC EXOSKELETONS FOR HUMAN LOCOMOTION

International Journal of Humanoid Robotics ◽

10.1142/s0219843607001138 ◽

2007 ◽

Vol 04 (03) ◽

pp. 507-528 ◽

Cited By ~ 95

Author(s):

DANIEL P. FERRIS ◽

GREGORY S. SAWICKI ◽

MONICA A. DALEY

Keyword(s):

Science Fiction ◽

Metabolic Cost ◽

Human Locomotion ◽

Metabolic Energy ◽

Future Research ◽

Future Studies ◽

Technological Advances ◽

Cost Of Locomotion ◽

Metabolic Energy Expenditure ◽

Insight Into

Technological advances in robotic hardware and software have enabled powered exoskeletons to move from science fiction to the real world. The objective of this article is to emphasize two main points for future research. First, the design of future devices could be improved by exploiting biomechanical principles of animal locomotion. Two goals in exoskeleton research could particularly benefit from additional physiological perspective: (i) reduction in the metabolic energy expenditure of the user while wearing the device, and (ii) minimization of the power requirements for actuating the exoskeleton. Second, a reciprocal potential exists for robotic exoskeletons to advance our understanding of human locomotor physiology. Experimental data from humans walking and running with robotic exoskeletons could provide important insight into the metabolic cost of locomotion that is impossible to gain with other methods. Given the mutual benefits of collaboration, it is imperative that engineers and physiologists work together in future studies on robotic exoskeletons for human locomotion.

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Genetic Determinants of Seizures and Epilepsy

US Neurology ◽

10.17925/usn.2009.05.01.63 ◽

2009 ◽

Vol 05 (01) ◽

pp. 63

Author(s):

Russell J Buono ◽

Dennis J Dlugos ◽

Thomas N Ferraro ◽

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Keyword(s):

Neurological Disorders ◽

Single Gene ◽

Genetic Influences ◽

Future Research ◽

Genetic Determinants ◽

Multiple Gene ◽

Future Studies ◽

Added Benefit ◽

New Treatments ◽

Insight Into

Epilepsy is a group of common neurological disorders characterized by heterogeneous clinical presentation. The etiology of epilepsy is multifactorial, involving the influence of multiple gene variants interacting with factors in the environment. Certain rare forms of epilepsy have been attributed to mutations in a single gene, and although the list of such genes that are sufficient to produce epilepsy when mutated is growing steadily, they are directly relevant to only a very small fraction of all cases of epilepsy. Genetic influences in common forms of epilepsy have been more difficult to identify and future studies will focus on strategies to hasten the discovery process. The combination of translational research involving animal models and advances in genome technology will facilitate the identification of genetic variations that influence seizure susceptibility and contribute to the risk for developing common epilepsy. Application of genetic strategies to clinically well-characterized epilepsy patients will provide the added benefit of yielding data that are also relevant to the discovery of genes that influence responsiveness to the effects of antiepileptic drugs. Thus, future research on the genetic influences in epilepsy is anticipated to provide insight into both the underlying biological basis of seizures and potential targets that may be used to develop new treatments.

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Self-Compassion and Quality of Life in Adults Who Stutter

American Journal of Speech-Language Pathology ◽

10.1044/2020_ajslp-20-00055 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol 29 (4) ◽

pp. 2097-2108

Author(s):

Robyn L. Croft ◽

Courtney T. Byrd

Keyword(s):

Quality Of Life ◽

Social Connectedness ◽

The Self ◽

Future Research ◽

Self Compassion ◽

Adults Who Stutter ◽

And Gender ◽

Relationship Of ◽

The Impact

Purpose The purpose of this study was to identify levels of self-compassion in adults who do and do not stutter and to determine whether self-compassion predicts the impact of stuttering on quality of life in adults who stutter. Method Participants included 140 adults who do and do not stutter matched for age and gender. All participants completed the Self-Compassion Scale. Adults who stutter also completed the Overall Assessment of the Speaker's Experience of Stuttering. Data were analyzed for self-compassion differences between and within adults who do and do not stutter and to predict self-compassion on quality of life in adults who stutter. Results Adults who do and do not stutter exhibited no significant differences in total self-compassion, regardless of participant gender. A simple linear regression of the total self-compassion score and total Overall Assessment of the Speaker's Experience of Stuttering score showed a significant, negative linear relationship of self-compassion predicting the impact of stuttering on quality of life. Conclusions Data suggest that higher levels of self-kindness, mindfulness, and social connectedness (i.e., self-compassion) are related to reduced negative reactions to stuttering, an increased participation in daily communication situations, and an improved overall quality of life. Future research should replicate current findings and identify moderators of the self-compassion–quality of life relationship.

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The Subaltern Speak- A Study On The Culture Of The Arunachalis With Special Reference To Mamang Dai’s The Legends Of Pensam

History Research Journal ◽

10.26643/hrj.v5i4.6986 ◽

2019 ◽

Vol 5 (4) ◽

pp. 14-20

Author(s):

Ms. Cheryl Antonette Dumenil ◽

Dr. Cheryl Davis

Keyword(s):

Special Reference ◽

Small World ◽

Natural World ◽

Arunachal Pradesh ◽

North East India ◽

North East ◽

Shared History ◽

History Of ◽

And Gender ◽

Insight Into

North- East India is an under veiled region with an awe-inspiring landscape, different groups of ethnic people, their culture and heritage. Contemporary writers from this region aspire towards a vision outside the tapered ethnic channel, and they represent a shared history. In their writings, the cultural memory is showcased, and the intensity of feeling overflows the labour of technique and craft. Mamang Dai presents a rare glimpse into the ecology, culture, life of the tribal people and history of the land of the dawn-lit mountains, Arunachal Pradesh, through her novel The Legends of Pensam. The word ‘Pensam’ in the title means ‘in-between’, but it may also be interpreted as ‘the hidden spaces of the heart’. This is a small world where anything can happen. Being adherents of the animistic faith, the tribes here believe in co-existence with the natural world along with the presence of spirits in their forests and rivers. This paper attempts to draw an insight into the culture and gender of the Arunachalis with special reference to The Legends of Pensam by Mamang Dai.

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The use of ICT by SMMEs in a Digital Economy: A case study in Buffalo City Metropolitan in South Africa [Abstract]

10.28945/4314 ◽

2019 ◽

Keyword(s):

South Africa ◽

Technology Acceptance ◽

21St Century ◽

Common Knowledge ◽

Digital Economy ◽

Future Research ◽

Wealth Creation ◽

Underdeveloped Areas ◽

And Gender ◽

Set Up

Aim/Purpose: The goal of this study is to advance understanding of ICT utilization by SMMEs by checking access, ability (in terms of technological skills) and usage of ICT among some SMMEs entrepreneurs operating their businesses in an underdeveloped areas to enhance their business activities in order to utilizes the digital opportunities 21st century digital economies present. Background: In today’s world no nation or region is untouched by the forces of globalization and digital economy. One of the key pioneering forces of globalization is the advances of ICT like internet, social networks, etc. In the sphere of business, this pioneering force has also altered the way businesses and organizations communicate and interact with customers and society at large. Such alternation presents obvious opportunities for wealth creation and growth for businesses and organizations that are well-equipped to take advantages of them. But for those that are less-equipped, particularly SMMEs, globalization can easily lead to fore-closures and marginalization. It is a common knowledge that SMMEs entrepreneurs mostly rely on ICT gadgets like mobile phone, Laptops, Tablets to conduct their business activities as many of them don’t have enough capital to set up offices with necessary equipment. Therefore, using various ICT functions/programs on these ICT devices to enhance their business activities are critical to their businesses in the 21st century digital economies. Methodology: Purposeful sampling was used to approach fifty-four SMMEs entrepreneurs operating their businesses in underdeveloped areas locally called Townships in Buffalo City Metropolitan. Microsoft excel was used in the descriptive statistics. Contribution: This research will add to the growing knowledge ICT usage in SMMEs in the 21st century digital economies. Findings: The results indicate that the participating SMMEs entrepreneurs need to be educated, trained and supported in the use of the ICT applicable to enhance their business activities in order for them to take advantages of 21st century digital economies present. Recommendations for Practitioners: The agencies tasked with looking after SMMEs in South Africa needs to consider the lacked of utilisation of ICTs by SMMEs entrepreneurs operating their businesses in underdeveloped areas as one of the barrier to growing of their businesses and take necessary steps to address it. Recommendation for Researchers: Since age and gender have been proven to be key-moderating variables in many technology acceptance models. There is a need to explore in depth whether the factors of gender and age also act as barriers. Impact on Society: The research will assist stakeholders, policy makers and agencies tasked with looking after SMMEs to identify the barriers hindering SMMEs to grow and address them accordingly. Future Research: More work needs to be done to check whether gender, age of the SMMEs entrepreneurs have some effects on their attitude towards the integration of ICT into their business activities.

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