A thorough review is made of the application of the Peierls model to the macroscopic plastic
deformation of ionic crystals, metals, alloys, and covalently bonded crystals. The effects of …

Introduction There is argument over the benefits and risks of drugs for treating chronic
musculoskeletal pain. This study compared the efficacy, safety, and tolerability of diclofenac …

Abstract Background The results of Randomized Controlled Trials (RCTs) on time-to-event
outcomes that are usually reported are median time to events and Cox Hazard Ratio. These …

Background: The analysis of the BRAF mutational status has been established as a
standard procedure during diagnosis of advanced malignant melanoma due to the fact that …

The recovery of Al–2.5 wt% Mg alloys cold-rolled to several strains between 0.1 and 3 has
been studied essentially using tensile tests. The yield stress and strain-hardening properties …

The indigenous microflora in raw milk plays an important role in the diversity of cheese
flavours and may protect against the growth of pathogens, but the sources of contamination …

Background: One potential indication for intra-gastric balloon is weight reduction for mild to
moderate obesity. The authors evaluated retrospectively the tolerance and efficacy of the …

The aging of AlZnMgCu alloys in a temperature range where the metastable phase η′
precipitates homogeneously, is examined with a three-fold point of view using the …

OBJECTIVE: To investigate the prevalence of anal incontinence in the general population
and in patients consulting gastroenterologist and gynecologist practices in the Rhône Alpes …

* Abstract In 2001, Olivier Barreteau proposed to jointly use multi-agent systems and role-
playing games for purposes of research, training and negotiation support in the field of …