Body Modifications
Mostrando 13-24 de 124 artigos, teses e dissertações.
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13. Biomechanical alterations of gait on overweight subjects
Abstract Introduction Obesity is a major global public health issue and approximately half of the population is classified as overweight. Many studies have investigated gait modification in obese people; however, no research has been carried out in overweight subject´s gait influence. Methods The goal of this study was to identify biomechanical changes
Res. Biomed. Eng.. Publicado em: 08/11/2018
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14. Floral resins of Philodendron adamantinum (Araceae): secretion, release and synchrony with pollinators
ABSTRACT Philodendron is the only genus of Araceae in which resin release occurs in the inflorescence. The resinous secretion adheres to the smooth body surface of the pollinating scarab beetles and allows attachment of pollen grains, making its transport possible. In order to understand the process of resin synthesis and release to the external environment,
Acta Bot. Bras.. Publicado em: 04/06/2018
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15. Duodenal-jejunal bypass normalizes pancreatic islet proliferation rate and function but not hepatic steatosis in hypothalamic obese rats
Modifications in life-style and/or pharmacotherapies contribute to weight loss and ameliorate the metabolic profile of diet-induced obese humans and rodents. Since these strategies fail to treat hypothalamic obesity, we have assessed the possible mechanisms by which duodenal-jejunal bypass (DJB) surgery regulates hepatic lipid metabolism and the morphophysio
Braz J Med Biol Res. Publicado em: 30/03/2017
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16. Determinants of body weight regulation in humans
ABSTRACT Body weight is regulated by the ability of hypothalamic neurons to orchestrate behavioral, endocrine and autonomic responses via afferent and efferent pathways to the brainstem and the periphery. Weight maintenance requires a balance between energy intake and energy expenditure. Although several components that participate in energy homeostasis have
Arch. Endocrinol. Metab.. Publicado em: 23/02/2016
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17. Investigation on the optimal simplified model of BIW structure using FEM
Abstract At conceptual phases of designing a vehicle, engineers need simplified models to examine the structural and functional characteristics and apply custom modifications for achieving the best vehicle design. Using detailed finite-element (FE) model of the vehicle at early steps can be very conducive; however, the drawbacks of being excessively time-con
Lat. Am. j. solids struct.. Publicado em: 2015-10
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18. Effect of concurrent training on gender-specific biochemical variables and adiposity in obese adolescents
Objective The purpose of the present study was to analyze the effects of a 20-week concurrent training (20 WCT) intervention program on gender-specific body composition and metabolic variables in obese adolescents.Subjects and methods Sample was composed of twenty-five obese adolescents, aged between 12 and 15 (13.4 ± 0.96) years. Fat-free mass (FFM), perce
Arch. Endocrinol. Metab.. Publicado em: 2015-08
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19. Morphometric study of the corpus cavernosum after anabolic androgenic steroid administration in pubertal and adult rats
PURPOSE: To evaluate the penile morphological modifications of pubertal and adult rats chronically treated with supra-physiological doses of anabolic androgenic steroids. METHODS: Forty-eight male Wistar rats were distributed into four groups: two control groups, 105- and 65-day-old (C105 and C65, respectively) injected with peanut oil (vehicle); and two tr
Acta Cir. Bras.. Publicado em: 2015-07
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20. The use of pelvic fins for benthic locomotion during foraging behavior in Potamotrygon motoro (Chondrichthyes: Potamotrygonidae)
Synchronized bipedal movements of the pelvic fins provide propulsion (punting) during displacement on the substrate in batoids with benthic locomotion. In skates (Rajidae) this mechanism is mainly generated by the crural cartilages. Although lacking these anatomical structures, some stingray species show modifications of their pelvic fins to aid in benthic l
Zoologia (Curitiba). Publicado em: 2015-06
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21. Electrochemical Stability and Bioactivity Evaluation of Ti6Al4V Surface Coated with Thin Oxide by EIS for Biomedical Applications
To improve the implants biocompatibility many surface modifications were proposed. Investigations about the surface modification on Ti alloys by anodic oxidation are reported. This research presents a study on the stability of thin titanium dioxide grown by potentiodynamic method on Ti6Al4V surfaces up to 5.0 V. Its bioactive surface in phosphate buffer solu
Mat. Res.. Publicado em: 2015-06
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22. The prostate after administration of anabolic androgenic steroids: a morphometrical study in rats
Purpose Many adverse effects have been associated with abuse of anabolic-androgenic steroids (AAS), including disorders of the urogenital tract. The objective of this study is to analyze the morphological modifications in the prostate ventral lobe of pubertal and adult rats chronically treated with AAS, using morphometric methods. Materials and Methods: We
Int. braz j urol.. Publicado em: 2013-09
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23. Morphology, evolution and usage of urticating setae by tarantulas (Araneae: Theraphosidae)
Urticating setae are exclusive to New World tarantulas and are found in approximately 90% of the New World species. Six morphological types have been proposed and, in several species, two morphological types can be found in the same individual. In the past few years, there has been growing concern to learn more about urticating setae, but many questions stil
Zoologia (Curitiba). Publicado em: 2013-08
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24. Evaluation of the correlation between dental occlusion and posture using a force platform
OBJECTIVES: Force platforms are widely used to evaluate the relationship between posture and dental occlusion. This study evaluated whether force platforms are able to detect eventual postural modifications resulting from dental occlusion. METHOD: A total of 44 healthy volunteers who were given no information on the aim of the study underwent six postural st
Clinics. Publicado em: 2013-01