We discuss some geometric problems related to the definitions of quasilocal mass proposed by Brown-York [5] [6] and Liu-Yau [13] [14]. Our discussion consists of three parts. In the first part, we propose a new variational problem on compact manifolds with boundary, which is motivated by the study of Brown-York mass. We prove that critical points of this variation problem are exactly static met...

Natural indexing is an application-oriented description method for nite element meshes. This work describes how the main parts of an adaptive multilevel method for linear triangular nite element methods can be expressed within the framework of natural indexing. Particular emphasis is on the expression of operations that involve hierarchies of meshes such as adaptive re nement, hierarchic coarse...

Striae distensae are a frequent skin condition associated with pregnancy, weight change or lack of skin elasticity. The aim of this research was to obtain a topical product containing herbal active ingredients with documented antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activity (Punica granatum seed oil and Croton lechleri resin extract) and demonstrate its positive effect on prevention and treatment of ...

Pomegranate (Punica granatum L.) belongs to genera Punica and family Punicaceae. It is a herbal preparation that has been suggested as useful in the treatment of gastrointestinal disorders. However, to our knowledge, no study has been conducted to evaluate this therapeutic property. In the present study the antiulcerogenic effects of pomegranate peel methanol extract, was tested on male Wistar ...