The inhibition of the activation of hepatic stellate cells (HSCs) and the induction of their apoptosis have been investigated as potential strategies to counteract the development and progression of liver fibrosis. Previous research has suggested that apoptosis‑related protein in the transforming growth factor‑β signaling pathway (ARTS) may serve a significant role in numerous cell types; howev...

Dancers frequently present with hip pain. The etiology of this pathology has not been clearly identified from an anatomical perspective. Structural variations including hip dysplasia and dynamic variables from the foot to the pelvis will be discussed. Understanding the etiology as a structural entity, neuromuscular entity or a combination of the two, allows for a successful rehabilitative proce...

Liberal arts education, also referred to as general education, provides students with knowledge, skills and values that enhance their ability to participate in society and to use their minds effectively. In most jurisdictions, however, paraprofessional education has not included any significant component of general education; programs remain, for the most part, focused on technical “know-how,” ...

INTRODUCTION Chicago, like many urban settings, offers incredible opportunities to immerse oneself in diverse cultures and traditions through art. The quantity and quality of its vast artistic choices are integral to the city’s appeal and vibrant civic life. Chicago’s rich history spans artistic disciplines including music, theater, visual art and performance, media, architecture and design. Fo...

Students’ employability has long been a challenging issue for many liberal arts colleges and universities. There has been widespread recognition recently that liberal arts students are highly valued as employees. But there is also a public perception that liberal arts students may not be well equipped to face the challenges of employment in the information age. This study is a collaborative eff...

This paper turns our attention to the arts and New Literacy Studies as an understudied area in the learning sciences. Our study documents, describes, and analyzes urban youths’ Media Arts Practices within a Computer Clubhouse, drawing on the New Literacy Studies movement and work on authentic practices. Results indicated that youth engaged in at least eight literate practices aligned with profe...

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