Dyes are substances that enhance the appearance of finished goods by providing uniform colour.Dyeing is the application process of dyes that are fixed in textile fibers.The dyeing process uses various steps, including pre-treatment, desizing, scouring, bleaching, carbonizing, degumming, and mercerization.Water is considered the primary medium for a
Global Transcriptional Response of Three Highly Acid-Tolerant Field Strains of Listeria monocytogenes to HCl Stress
Tolerance to acid is of dual importance for the food-borne pathogen Listeria monocytogenes: acids are used as a preservative, and gastric acid is one of the first defenses within the host.There are considerable differences in the acid tolerance of strains.Here we present the transcriptomic response of acid-tolerant field strains of L.monocytogenes
A Quantitative Comparison of Slackline Balancing Capabilities of Experts and Beginners
Mechanical stability criteria are able to explain balance and robustness during simple motions, however, humans have learned many complex balancing tasks for which science lacks a thorough understanding.In this work, we analyzed slackline balancing to define general balance performance indicators.The goal is to not only measure slackline expertise,
An evaluation of the readability and visual appearance of online patient resources for fibroadenoma.
IntroductionFibroadenomas are benign lesions found in the breast tissue.Widespread access to and use of the internet has resulted in more individuals using online resources to better understand health conditions, their prognosis and treatment.The aim of this study was to investigate the readability and visual appearance of online patient resources
Memory footprint: Predictors of flashbulb and event memories of the 2016 Euro Cup final
Two years after Portugal won the UEFA European Championship, we examined what the Portuguese remember of this momentous occasion.We investigated if flashbulb memories (FBMs) and event memories (EMs) were determined by distinct factors, and whether EM was a predictor of FBM.Participants responded to an online questionnaire about their FBM, EM and se