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Chemical examine can umpire signaling pathway and retard dungeon advance by arboviruses
Researchers during a Center for Medicinal Chemistry (CQMED) have detected a approach to umpire this pathway. Created with support from São Paulo Research Foundation — FAPESP by a Research Partnership for Technological Innovation module (PITE, CQMED is a section of a Brazilian Agency for Industrial Research and Innovation (EMBRAPII) that specializes in biopharmaceuticals and pharmaceuticals, comprising researchers from a University of Campinas's Center for Molecular Biology and Genetic Engineering (CBMEG) and a same university's Biology Institute (IB-UNICAMP).
CQMED partners with a Structural Genomics Consortium (SGC) and is also upheld by a National Institutes of Science and Technology (INCT) module by (FAPESP), a National Council for Scientific and Technological Development (CNPq) and Brazil's Coordination for a Improvement of Higher Education Personnel (CAPES).
The examine was a partnership between laboratories from a SGC during UNICAMP, a University of North Carolina during Chapel Hill (USA), a University of Oxford (UK), a Goethe University Frankfurt (Germany), and other examine institutions located in a United States, United Kingdom and Japan. The formula have been published in a biography Cell Reports.
"Using a chemically synthesized devalue we've grown over a final few years, we were means to allege a bargain of a law of a beta-catenin-dependent Wnt signaling pathway," Roberta Regina Ruela de Souza told Agência FAPESP. A lead author of a study, Souza is a postdoctoral researcher during SGC-UNICAMP with a grant from FAPESP. The chemical devalue used to examine a functions of a Wnt signaling pathway was a resourceful inhibitor of AP2-associated kinase 1 (AAK1) and grown by researchers during SGC-UNICAMP.
Previous examine has suggested a impasse of AAK1 in endocytosis, a routine by that cells internalize substances from their outmost environment, such as micronutrients and even some viruses and bacteria. Endocytosis is famous to play a purpose in controlling a Wnt signaling pathway, while predicament of AAK1 appears to revoke a frequency.
To countenance these hypotheses and examine a specific duty of AAK1 in Wnt signaling, these researchers used a inhibitor as a chemical examine — a tiny proton able of selectively contracting to and stopping a duty of a disease-related protein in a biological model.
Analysis of a initial formula showed that AAK1 inhibits beta-catenin-dependent Wnt signaling in cells subsequent from several hankie forms by compelling endocytosis of low-density lipoprotein receptor-related protein 6 (LRP6).
A signaling cascade along this pathway starts when a protein Wnt binds to LRP6, that is thereby activated and triggers a method of intracellular signals that expostulate a processes of mobile development, expansion and proliferation. Wnt also activates AAK1 in sequence to switch itself off; this prevents Wtn from proliferating indefinitely and causing problems in a signaling pathway that could give arise to cancer and other diseases.
The researchers detected that AAK1 switches off Wnt by activating endocytosis of LRP6, shortening a participation in a mobile plasma surface so that it is no longer accessible to connect to Wnt. "In this manner, AAK1 deactivates a pathway and interrupts a whole signaling cascade," Souza said.
Conversely, a researchers found that Wnt signaling is activated by genetic silencing of AAK1 or by pharmacological predicament with a proton they developed, that stabilizes a turn of beta-catenin in cells.
"These discoveries open adult a probability of controlling a activity of this signaling pathway," Souza said. "The chemical devalue that inhibits AAK1 can make a pathway some-more active, for example, by permitting LRP6 to sojourn in a mobile plasma membrane."
Drug precursor
The formula of a examine also reliable that a AAK1 inhibitor grown by a researchers can indeed be used as a chemical examine and as a predecessor for a drug that interferes in endocytosis-dependent processes, such as invasion by certain viruses into a horde cell.
The researchers devise to combine with other groups to examine applications of a inhibitor to forestall infections, such as dengue, yellow fever, and Zika, that are caused by arboviruses (viruses transmitted by mosquitoes, ticks and other arthropods).
"We know arboviruses can taint cells by means of endocytosis. If we stop this pathway regulating a chemical examine we've developed, it will be probable to retard a entrance of these viruses into cells," Souza said.
In suitability with a open scholarship indication used by a SGC to catalyze drug discovery, a AAK1 inhibitor will be placed in a open domain so that researchers during universities, examine institutions and curative companies can precedence it in studies designed to lead to a expansion of drugs formed on a molecule.
"The SGC operates during a commencement of a drug find chain. We furnish chemical probes for tellurian proteins that can be used as initial molecules for a expansion of drugs by a curative industry," Souza said.
Seven other authors of a essay besides Souza are dependent with CQMED and SGC-UNICAMP.
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Abstract: We explore the ability of a locally informed individual agent to predict the future state of a cell in systems of varying degrees of complexity using Wolfram's one-dimensional binary cellular automata. We then compare the agent's performance to that of two small groups of agents voting by majority rule. We find stable rules (class I) to be highly predictable, and most complex (class IV) and chaotic rules (class III) to be unpredictable. However, we find rules that produce regular patterns (class II) vary widely in their predictability. We then show that the predictability of a class II rule depends on whether it produces vertical or horizontal patterns. We comment on the implications of our findings for the limitations of collective wisdom in complex environments.


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Our women's league team went undefeated in Division B play, and lost only 5 non-division games, to clinch the SCWSL B Championship on 8/12/14. This was the team's first undefeated season, and first Championship. After the game, Coach Hook presented each of the girls with a Softball Rose…There wasn't a dry eye in the bleachers or on the sidelines!


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Frequently Asked Question: 2020 Small Blacks Changes
Why are we making these changes?
NZR is always looking to improve the quality of the playing experience at all levels with player enjoyment and safety being the priority above everything else. Recruiting players through Rippa Rugby has been increasingly successful, however, we have increasing challenges in retaining players from Under 11s onwards.
A 2019 review of the Small Blacks Development Model has indicated that some changes are necessary for rugby to be more player centric with greater focus on player development and engagement. This is best achieved by smaller sided games that enable more opportunities for all players to run, pass, and catch the ball and score tries.
What are the changes?
In 2020, Under 11s rugby will be played at 10 a side on a ½ field (40m x 60m). This represents no change for those that have been playing Under 10s rugby in 2019. NZR, in partnership with a number of Provincial Unions and a university, will be trialling 10-a-side rugby for Under 12 and Under 13 on various field widths to test what improvement this can make to player development and engagement. This will influence further enhancements from 2021 to improve player development and enhancement.
How do we know that these changes will be successful?
Rugby is a late development sport with player maturation not occurring until late teens. There is therefore time to develop players slowly and simply. NZR research from other National Unions has reinforced that young player development and engagement is best achieved by small sided games that emphasis and promote more ball handling, evasion skills, and decision making.
England Rugby's research at a similar age group comparing 9-a-side rugby against a 8-a-side version indicated a 20% increase of ball in play though faster recycling of the ball, over 50% reduction of the time of the ball held in rucks and mauls, and a reduction in time committed to setting up scrums and lineouts.
The research also indicated that there was a significant greater number of offloads. Player feedback from those participating in the England Rugby trials reported running with the ball and tackling as the most enjoyable aspect.
What are we expecting to achieve?
• Increased player development in key skills – run, catch, pass, evade, and decision making.
• Increased player opportunities to be involved in key skills and influence the game.
• Increased playing time with more tries.
• Improved player retention from Under 11s.
• Improved coach retention.
• Less emphasis on 'roles' and structures and more emphasis on deliberate play.
• Less emphasis on formal restarts such as scrums and lineouts.
Will these changes impact on 10 year old's sense of fun in rugby?
Children essentially play sport for fun and their mates with less emphasis on winning and formal systems of play. Research from rugby and other sports indicates that a shift to smaller sided games does not negatively impact a young player's sense of fun. Players' cognitive development at this point is still not fully advanced so their game experience is best enhanced by deliberate play where they participate in games with simple rules and low emphasis on formal structures (playing roles) and systems (tactics).
What are other countries doing?
World Rugby empowers individual Unions to develop their own player development approach up to Under 19s. Whilst each nation will have its own approach based on its playing philosophy and player needs, there are many areas of commonality for which Unions collaborate to achieve best practice and advance the game globally. The English and Scottish Rugby Unions have invested in considerable research over the past decade and developed more player centric approaches to promote greater playing time, more touches on the ball, and a greater focus on find space rather than looking for contact. Their findings have validated a lot of NZR's recent work in this space which supports the shift to playing smaller sided games for longer in the Small Blacks Development Model.
You can view and download the changes to the Small Blacks Development Model by clicking here.
Frequently Asked Questions: Rip Rugby for Small Blacks
Why is non-contact rugby important?
Rippa Rugby has been a really successful addition to the rugby experience for young players up to seven years old. Beyond this, there are no options for players that would prefer not to transition to tackle grades at Under 8 due to preference, physical development, or confidence. This creates challenges for retaining players. Providing a non-contact pathway provides an opportunity for more players to stay in the game for longer and transition at a later point or possibly continue playing a non-contact version for life. So, your provincial union may provide a Rip Rugby grade in 2020.
Watch this to see what Rip Rugby is like!
Will non-contact rugby impact negatively on players' ability to transition to tackle rugby at a later point?
Non-contact rugby will still preserve the key skills of run, catch, pass, throw, scrums and lineouts. England Rugby research indicates that there is a greater emphasis on evasion, increased passing, and engagement which are all considered positive for player development and player engagement. For those wishing to transition to tackle grades at a later point, NZR and the Provincial Unions provide programmes such as Tackle Clinic and Front Row Factory to provide competence and confidence in these specific skills.
What are the benefits of non-contact rugby?
Non-contact rugby provides a safe, inclusive and enjoyable rugby experience that can be played by children, teenagers, and adults. The reduced contact means that physical capabilities are less dominant and players across a broader age span can play together without fear of mismatch. It is becoming an increasing popular rugby option in Secondary Schools for teenagers with over 80 schools participating in QuickRip tournaments in 2018.


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Alex began his career with FTL on March 1, 1987 and became a Captain with FedEx after the merger.
Alex leaves two sisters, Denise and Laurie, who is a pilot at Southwest Airlines. She wrote "He was my flying mentor, and helped me become the pilot I am today. We have lost a great aviator, and an incredible person.
The Legacy of Captain Alex Bangert III will be commemorated at 5:00PM on Sunday December 29, 2019 at the Tabletop Tap House (175 4th Street San Francisco, CA 94103). Please RSVP (650) 636-4640.
The following comes from Alex's younger sister
I'm Alex's youngest sister, he used to take me and our mother flying to the nut tree for lunch after he first received his license. We visited him in Arkansas when he was captain of scheduled skyways and he received an award from president Reagan for being the youngest captain in the US.
I have attached a childhood photo of our family before I was born.
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About dizziness
Dizziness is a term used to describe several disorienting sensations that may occur when you're moving or staying still. Nearly everyone experiences harmless dizziness on a regular basis, and in most cases, a "dizzy spell" will go away after a few seconds. However, frequent dizziness, or dizziness accompanied by other symptoms, may indicate an underlying health concern. The common sensations associated with dizziness include:
Unsteadiness
The feeling of "motion" or the "room spinning"
Faintness (the feeling like you may faint)
Dizziness is one of the most common reasons people see their doctor. Dizziness may be caused by factors such as poor circulation, effects from medication, inner ear disturbances, vestibular migraines, or motion sickness. Other causes of dizziness include alcohol use, anxiety, low blood sugar, low blood pressure, or head trauma.
Inner ear conditions are a common cause of dizziness. These conditions are the result of your brain reorienting itself after receiving signals that are inconsistent with what your eyes and senses are receiving. Examples of inner ear conditions that may cause dizziness includes:
- Benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV): BPPV causes you to feel dizzy for a few seconds after a quick change in head or body position. BBPV is the most common cause of vertigo, mostly affecting aging people or people who have experienced a head injury.
- Ear infections: Viral or bacterial infections of the ear may damage the vestibular nerve, which sends signals to the brain about balance. This can result in serious and prolonged vertigo.
- Meniere's disease: Meniere's disease is a condition of unknown cause that leads to spells of hearing problems, tinnitus (ringing in the ear), and prolonged episodes of vertigo that can last anywhere from a few minutes to several hours.
Dizziness, especially in older people, can lead to balance problems and falls. It may also signify something more serious. Getting dizzy now and then isn't a cause for concern. If you experience frequent or debilitating dizziness, talk to your doctor about your symptoms.
In most instances, dizziness will go away on its own within a few seconds or moments. No treatment is needed. If you are experiencing frequent dizzy spells, prolonged dizzy spells, or are worried about your safety, several treatment options exist. During your appointment, talk to your provider about what treatment plan for dizziness is right for you.
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- Anti-nausea medication: Antihistamines such as dimenhydrinate or meclizine are frequently prescribed to provide immediate relief from dizziness. These drugs may cause drowsiness.
- Migraine medication: Certain migraine medications can help prevent migraine-related dizziness. Migraines that cause dizziness are known as vestibular migraines and may be treated with drugs such as lamotrigine.
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- Eat a healthy diet. Meniere's disease can be treated with a low-salt diet. Consume plenty of fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and lean protein to get vital nutrients and prevent dizziness.
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Associate Professor of Biostatistics & Bioinformatics
Areas of research interests include Bayesian hierarchical models for longitudinal data, Bayesian optimal designs, finite mixtures and Mixtures of Dirichlet Processes, Markov transition models, nonparametrics smoothing and density estimation, survival analysis for recurrent-event data, biomarker selection and detecting early ovarian cancer.
Associate Professor of Biostatistics & Bioinformatics, Biostatistics & Bioinformatics, Basic Science Departments 2022
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Ph.D., Carnegie Mellon University 1991
Associate Professor of Biostatistics & Bioinformatics, Biostatistics & Bioinformatics, Basic Science Departments 2021 - 2022
Associate Professor of Biostatistics and Bioinformatics, Biostatistics & Bioinformatics, Basic Science Departments 2007 - 2020
Associate Research Professor of Biostatistics and Bioinformatics, Biostatistics & Bioinformatics, Basic Science Departments 2006 - 2007
Assistant Research Professor of Biostatistics and Bioinformatics, Biostatistics & Bioinformatics, Basic Science Departments 2000 - 2006
Assistant Research Professor in Community and Family Medicine, Family Medicine and Community Health, Clinical Science Departments 1999 - 2000
Assistant Research Professor in Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, Psychiatry, Child & Family Mental Health & Community Psychiatry, Psychiatry & Behavioral Sciences 1995 - 1999
Persistent Post-Mastectomy Pain: Randomized Clinical Trial of Targeted Pain Coping Skills Training (Targeted-PCST) with Mediational Analysis awarded by National Institutes of Health 2020 - 2025
Using MRI To Visualize Regional Therapy Response In Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis awarded by National Institutes of Health 2015 - 2025
An mHealth Symptom Management Intervention for Colorectal Cancer Patients awarded by American Cancer Society, Inc. 2021 - 2024
Couple Communication Skills Training for Advanced Cancer awarded by National Institutes of Health 2020 - 2024
Improving Symptom Management for Survivors of Young Adult Cancer awarded by National Institutes of Health 2019 - 2024
Closing the gap between identification and treatment of cervical abnormalities in Lima, Peru through integration of pocket colposcopy, telemedicine and visual counseling awarded by US Agency for International Development 2019 - 2023
Neurobehavioral Mechanisms of Emotion Regulation in Depression across the Adult Lifespan awarded by National Institutes of Health 2017 - 2023
Flourine-18 labeled MDM2 antagonists for PET imaging awarded by National Institutes of Health 2020 - 2023
Quiet TMS: A Low-Acoustic-Noise Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation System awarded by National Institutes of Health 2016 - 2022
Improving Adherence to Adjuvant Endocrine Therapy in Breast Cancer Patients awarded by National Institutes of Health 2016 - 2022
Transcranial magnetic stimulation with enhanced focality and depth (fdTMS) awarded by National Institutes of Health 2017 - 2022
Evaluating the Safety of Smart Injectable Drug Delivery for Uterine Fibroid Therapy awarded by North Carolina Central University 2021 - 2022
Development and Pilot Testing of a Hybrid In Person and mHealth Coping Skills Training Intervention for Symptom Management and Daily Steps in Stem Cell Transplant Patients awarded by National Institutes of Health 2019 - 2021
Culturally appropriate screening and diagnosis of cervical cancer in East Africa awarded by National Institutes of Health 2015 - 2021
mHealth-supported telecolposcopy for cervical cancer screening in low-resource settings awarded by National Institutes of Health 2018 - 2021
A Self-Management Intervention for Women with Breast Cancer and Diabetes awarded by American Cancer Society, Inc. 2016 - 2020
Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction for High Blood Pressure: A Two-Site RCT awarded by University of Pennsylvania 2014 - 2020
Cognitive and Affective Mechanisms of Risk for Suicidal Thoughts and Behaviors awarded by National Institutes of Health 2004 - 2018
Towards a viable solution for a see and treat paradigm for cervical pre-cancer in East Africa awarded by National Institutes of Health 2015 - 2018
Early Substance Use in Rural American Indian and White/Anglo Youth awarded by National Institutes of Health 2014 - 2018
Strengthening Instrumental Extinction to Prevent Smoking Relapse awarded by National Institutes of Health 2015 - 2018
Vulnerability to Drug Abuse:Pathways to Recovery awarded by National Institutes of Health 1997 - 2017
A Novel Optical Spectral Imaging System for Rapid Imaging of Breast Tumor Margins awarded by National Institutes of Health 2011 - 2017
Early Substance Use in Rural American Indian and White/Anglo Youth awarded by University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill 2016 - 2017
A Quantitative Optical Sensor to Monitor Tumor Vascular Physiology awarded by Zenalux Biomedical, Inc. 2015 - 2016
Cognitive/Affective Mechanisms of Risk among Suicidal Adults with and without Substance Abuse awarded by American Foundation for Suicide Prevention 2013 - 2016
Evaluating the Impact of Adolescent Suicide Attempts on Parents awarded by National Institutes of Health 2009 - 2015
Mathematical Modeling in Clinical Trials of Tuberculosis Therapeutics awarded by National Institutes of Health 2009 - 2014
Science Education in Health Ed Class: Tobacco and Addiction awarded by National Institutes of Health 2008 - 2014
A developmental model of gene-environment interplay in SUDs awarded by National Institutes of Health 2007 - 2014
Prefrontal Function in Adolescent Limited vs Life Course Persistent SUD awarded by National Institutes of Health 2008 - 2014
Young Smokers' Reactions to Genetic Risk for Lung Cancer awarded by National Institutes of Health 2007 - 2013
Longitudinal Functional Imaging of Early Childhood Anxiety Disorders awarded by National Institutes of Health 2008 - 2013
Cancer Control Using Message Framing to Promote Physical Activity in Colorectal Cancer Survivors awarded by National Institutes of Health 2008 - 2012
Sex, stress, emotional disorders: uniting preclinical and epidemiologic research awarded by National Institutes of Health 2008 - 2012
Preschool Anxiety Disorders in Primary Care awarded by National Institutes of Health 2006 - 2012
Biomarkers of Interoceptive Awareness in Adolescent Anorexia Nervosa awarded by National Institutes of Health 2009 - 2012
Increasing Attention to Smoking Risk Messages awarded by National Institutes of Health 2007 - 2011
Outcomes of Preschool Mental Health Problems awarded by National Institutes of Health 2005 - 2010
Effects of Communicating RPFNA Results on Decisions about Tamoxifen Use awarded by National Institutes of Health 2007 - 2010
Effects of Parental Arrest/Incarceration on Outcomes of Children in CWS awarded by Department of Health and Human Services 2005 - 2007
Multi-Site Longitudinal Analysis of Psychiatric Risk of SUDs awarded by National Institutes of Health 2003 - 2007
Validity Without a Gold Standard awarded by National Institutes of Health 2002 - 2007
Prepubertal Comorbidity: Gender and Developmental Heterotypy awarded by National Institutes of Health 2001 - 2006
Functional Neuroanatomical Deficits in ADHD Families awarded by National Institutes of Health 2002 - 2006
Promoting Evidence-Based ADHD Treatment in the Community awarded by National Institutes of Health 2000 - 2005
Assessing Preschool Comorbidity: A Test-Retest Study awarded by National Institutes of Health 2001 - 2004
Epidemiology of Pubertal Hormonal Changes and Depression awarded by National Institutes of Health 2001 - 2003
Caring For Children In The Community awarded by National Institutes of Health 1996 - 1999
Harris, Benjamin S., Anne Marie Jukic, Tracy Truong, Caroline T. Nagle, Alaattin Erkanli, and Anne Z. Steiner. "Markers of ovarian reserve as predictors of future fertility." Fertil Steril 119, no. 1 (January 2023): 99–106. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.fertnstert.2022.10.014.
Denoble, Anna E., Julia M. Moyett, Sarah A. Goldstein, Cary C. Ward, Tracy Truong, Alaattin Erkanli, Andra H. James, and Chad A. Grotegut. "Prospective Observational Study of N-terminal Pro-Brain Natriuretic Peptide Levels in Obese and Nonobese Women during Pregnancy." Am J Perinatol, December 30, 2022. https://doi.org/10.1055/a-1925-1532.
Keil, Elizabeth, Rebekah H. Wrenn, Connor R. Deri, Cara N. Slaton, Jenny Shroba, Alice Parish, Alaattin Erkanli, and Justin Spivey. "Comparison of Open-Access, Trough-Only Online Calculators Versus Trapezoidal Method for Calculation of Vancomycin Area Under the Curve (AUC)." Ann Pharmacother, December 1, 2022, 10600280221138868. https://doi.org/10.1177/10600280221138867.
Peipert, Benjamin J., Benjamin S. Harris, Jessica H. Selter, Khaila Ramey-Collier, Randa Blenden, Shakthi Unnithan, Alaattin Erkanli, and Thomas M. Price. "Direct-to-consumer fertility testing: utilization and perceived utility among fertility patients and reproductive endocrinologists." Reprod Biomed Online, November 18, 2022. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.rbmo.2022.11.007.
Konanur, Meghana, Celia Reynolds, Erin Shropshire, Reginald Lerebours, Benjamin Wildman-Tobriner, Brian Allen, Tracy Jaffe, Alaattin Erkanli, and Mustafa Bashir. "Clinical and imaging predictors of the natural course of bland portal vein thrombus in cirrhotic patients." Abdom Radiol (Ny) 47, no. 11 (November 2022): 3724–32. https://doi.org/10.1007/s00261-022-03626-x.
Stalls, Juliann M., Dana H. Bovbjerg, Tamara J. Somers, Jennifer C. Plumb Vilardaga, Gretchen G. Kimmick, Priscilla F. McAuliffe, Francis J. Keefe, et al. "Improving well-being for individuals with persistent pain after surgery for breast cancer, lobular carcinoma in situ, or ductal carcinoma in situ: A randomized clinical trial." Contemp Clin Trials 122 (November 2022): 106934. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.cct.2022.106934.
Porter, Laura S., Katherine Ramos, Donald H. Baucom, Karen Steinhauser, Alaattin Erkanli, Timothy J. Strauman, S Yousuf Zafar, et al. "Evaluating a couple communication skills training (CCST) intervention for advanced cancer: study protocol for a randomized controlled trial." Trials 23, no. 1 (August 26, 2022): 712. https://doi.org/10.1186/s13063-022-06656-4.
Hollowell, Adam, Jonas Swartz, Evan Myers, Al Erkanli, Clarice Hu, Andrew Shin, and Keisha Bentley-Edwards. "Telemedicine services in higher education: a review of college and university websites." J Am Coll Health, March 17, 2022, 1–6. https://doi.org/10.1080/07448481.2022.2047703.
Gatta, Luke A., Eric Rochat, Jeremy M. Weber, Sarah Valencia, Alaattin Erkanli, Sarah K. Dotters-Katz, Sallie Permar, and Brenna L. Hughes. "Clinical factors associated with cytomegalovirus shedding among seropositive pregnant women." Am J Obstet Gynecol Mfm 4, no. 2 (March 2022): 100560. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ajogmf.2021.100560.
Navas, Angelo, Billy Guzman, Almujtaba Hassan, Joseph B. Borawski, Dean Harrison, Pratik Manandhar, Alaatin Erkanli, and Alexander T. Limkakeng. "Untapped Potential for Emergency Department Observation Unit Use: A National Hospital Ambulatory Medical Care Survey (NHAMCS) Study." West J Emerg Med 23, no. 2 (January 18, 2022): 134–40. https://doi.org/10.5811/westjem.2021.8.52231.
Vilme, H., S. D. Campbell, D. L. Sauls, K. Powell, J. Lee, R. Stout, A. Erkanli, et al. "The Implementation of Farm-to-University Program in Historically Black Colleges and Universities: Assessment of Feasibility and Barriers." American Journal of Health Education 53, no. 6 (January 1, 2022): 418–26. https://doi.org/10.1080/19325037.2022.2120123.
Gonzalez, Rafael, Andrew Dunn, Logan Williams, Jeremy Weber, Alaattin Erkanli, Laura J. Havrilesky, and Maria Angelica Selim. "Histopathology after lidocaine/prilocaine cream administration for vulvar biopsy." J Cutan Pathol 48, no. 10 (October 2021): 1239–45. https://doi.org/10.1111/cup.14018.
Limkakeng, Alexander T., Pratik Manandhar, Alaatin Erkanli, Stephanie A. Eucker, Adam Root, and Deepak Voora. "United States Emergency Department Use of Medications with Pharmacogenetic Recommendations." West J Emerg Med 22, no. 6 (September 23, 2021): 1347–54. https://doi.org/10.5811/westjem.2021.5.51248.
Smith, Taylor B., Shuaiqi Zhang, Alaattin Erkanli, Donald Frush, and Ehsan Samei. "Variability in image quality and radiation dose within and across 97 medical facilities." J Med Imaging (Bellingham) 8, no. 5 (September 2021): 052105. https://doi.org/10.1117/1.JMI.8.5.052105.
Gatta, Luke A., Paula S. Lee, Jennifer B. Gilner, Jeremy M. Weber, LaMani Adkins, Julia R. Salinaro, Ashraf S. Habib, et al. "Placental uterine artery embolization followed by delayed hysterectomy for placenta percreta: A case series." Gynecol Oncol Rep 37 (August 2021): 100833. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.gore.2021.100833.
Jiang, Hanyu, Bin Song, Yun Qin, Jie Chen, Dong Xiao, Hong Ii Ha, Xijiao Liu, et al. "Diagnosis of LI-RADS M lesions on gadoxetate-enhanced MRI: identifying cholangiocarcinoma-containing tumor with serum markers and imaging features." Eur Radiol 31, no. 6 (June 2021): 3638–48. https://doi.org/10.1007/s00330-020-07488-z.
Zaki, Islam H., Erin Shropshire, Shuaiqi Zhang, Dong Xiao, Benjamin Wildman-Tobriner, Daniele Marin, Rajan T. Gupta, Alaattin Erkanli, Redon C. Nelson, and Mustafa R. Bashir. "How frequently does hepatocellular carcinoma develop in at-risk patients with a negative liver MRI examination with intravenous Gadobenate dimeglumine?" Abdom Radiol (Ny) 46, no. 3 (March 2021): 969–78. https://doi.org/10.1007/s00261-020-02771-5.
Theiling, B Jason, Kendrick V. Kennedy, Alexander T. Limkakeng, Pratik Manandhar, Alaatin Erkanli, and Stephen R. Pitts. "A Method for Grouping Emergency Department Visits by Severity and Complexity." West J Emerg Med 21, no. 5 (August 21, 2020): 1147–55. https://doi.org/10.5811/westjem.2020.6.44086.
Wildman-Tobriner, Benjamin, Salmaan Ahmed, Al Erkanli, Maciej A. Mazurowski, and Jenny K. Hoang. "Using the American College of Radiology Thyroid Imaging Reporting and Data System at the Point of Care: Sonographer Performance and Interobserver Variability." Ultrasound Med Biol 46, no. 8 (August 2020): 1928–33. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ultrasmedbio.2020.04.019.
Shelby, Rebecca A., Caroline S. Dorfman, Sarah S. Arthur, Hayden B. Bosworth, Leonor Corsino, Linda Sutton, Lynda Owen, et al. "Improving health engagement and lifestyle management for breast cancer survivors with diabetes." Contemp Clin Trials 92 (May 2020): 105998. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.cct.2020.105998.
Cheek, Shayna M., David B. Goldston, Alaattin Erkanli, Maya Massing-Schaffer, and Richard T. Liu. "Social Rejection and Suicidal Ideation and Attempts among Adolescents Following Hospitalization: a Prospective Study." J Abnorm Child Psychol 48, no. 1 (January 2020): 123–33. https://doi.org/10.1007/s10802-019-00580-z.
Ngo, Jennifer S., Justin B. Solomon, Ehsan Samei, Taylor Richards, Lawrence Ngo, Alaattin Erkanli, Bohui Zhang, et al. "A Simulation Paradigm for Evaluation of Subtle Liver Lesions at Pediatric CT: Performance and Confidence." Radiol Imaging Cancer 1, no. 1 (September 2019): e190027. https://doi.org/10.1148/rycan.2019190027.
Shelby, Rebecca A., Caroline S. Dorfman, Hayden B. Bosworth, Francis Keefe, Linda Sutton, Lynda Owen, Leonor Corsino, et al. "Testing a behavioral intervention to improve adherence to adjuvant endocrine therapy (AET)." Contemp Clin Trials 76 (January 2019): 120–31. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.cct.2018.11.010.
Mueller, J. L., C. T. Lam, D. Dahl, M. N. Asiedu, M. S. Krieger, Y. Bellido-Fuentes, M. Kellish, et al. "Portable Pocket colposcopy performs comparably to standard-of-care clinical colposcopy using acetic acid and Lugol's iodine as contrast mediators: an investigational study in Peru." Bjog 125, no. 10 (September 2018): 1321–29. https://doi.org/10.1111/1471-0528.15326.
Palmer, Gregory M., Hengtao Zhang, Chen-Ting Lee, Husam Mikati, Joseph A. Herbert, Marlee Krieger, Jesko von Windheim, et al. "Assessing effects of pressure on tumor and normal tissue physiology using an automated self-calibrated, pressure-sensing probe for diffuse reflectance spectroscopy." J Biomed Opt 23, no. 5 (May 2018): 1–8. https://doi.org/10.1117/1.JBO.23.5.057004.
Martinez, Amy F., Samuel S. McCachren, Marianne Lee, Helen A. Murphy, Caigang Zhu, Brian T. Crouch, Hannah L. Martin, et al. "Metaboloptics: Visualization of the tumor functional landscape via metabolic and vascular imaging." Sci Rep 8, no. 1 (March 8, 2018): 4171. https://doi.org/10.1038/s41598-018-22480-w.
Ramos, K., A. Erkanli, and H. G. Koenig. "Effects of religious versus conventional cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) on suicidal thoughts in major depression and chronic medical illness." Psychology of Religion and Spirituality 10, no. 1 (February 1, 2018): 79–87. https://doi.org/10.1037/rel0000113.
Hu, Fangyao, Hannah Martin, Amy Martinez, Jeffrey Everitt, Alaattin Erkanli, Walter T. Lee, Mark Dewhirst, and Nimmi Ramanujam. "Distinct Angiogenic Changes during Carcinogenesis Defined by Novel Label-Free Dark-Field Imaging in a Hamster Cheek Pouch Model." Cancer Res 77, no. 24 (December 15, 2017): 7109–19. https://doi.org/10.1158/0008-5472.CAN-17-1058.
Daniel, Stephanie S., David B. Goldston, Alaattin Erkanli, Nicole Heilbron, and Joseph C. Franklin. "Prospective Study of Major Loss Life Events and Risk for Suicidal Thoughts and Behaviors Among Adolescents and Young Adults." Suicide Life Threat Behav 47, no. 4 (August 2017): 436–49. https://doi.org/10.1111/sltb.12305.
Koenig, Harold G., Kathleen Perno, Alaattin Erkanli, and Ted Hamilton. "Effects of a 12-Month Educational Intervention on Clinicians' Attitudes/Practices Regarding the Screening Spiritual History." South Med J 110, no. 6 (June 2017): 412–18. https://doi.org/10.14423/SMJ.0000000000000657.
Mueller, Jenna L., Elizabeth Asma, Christopher T. Lam, Marlee S. Krieger, Jennifer E. Gallagher, Alaattin Erkanli, Roopa Hariprasad, et al. "International Image Concordance Study to Compare a Point-of-Care Tampon Colposcope With a Standard-of-Care Colposcope." J Low Genit Tract Dis 21, no. 2 (April 2017): 112–19. https://doi.org/10.1097/LGT.0000000000000306.
Koenig, Harold G., Michelle J. Pearce, Bruce Nelson, and Alaattin Erkanli. "Effects on Daily Spiritual Experiences of Religious Versus Conventional Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Depression." J Relig Health 55, no. 5 (October 2016): 1763–77. https://doi.org/10.1007/s10943-016-0270-3.
Hu, Fangyao, Karthik Vishwanath, Joseph K. Salama, Alaattin Erkanli, Bercedis Peterson, James R. Oleson, Walter T. Lee, David M. Brizel, Nimmi Ramanujam, and Mark W. Dewhirst. "Oxygen and Perfusion Kinetics in Response to Fractionated Radiation Therapy in FaDu Head and Neck Cancer Xenografts Are Related to Treatment Outcome." Int J Radiat Oncol Biol Phys 96, no. 2 (October 1, 2016): 462–69. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijrobp.2016.06.007.
Mueller, Jenna L., Jennifer E. Gallagher, Rhea Chitalia, Marlee Krieger, Alaattin Erkanli, Rebecca M. Willett, Joseph Geradts, and Nimmi Ramanujam. "Rapid staining and imaging of subnuclear features to differentiate between malignant and benign breast tissues at a point-of-care setting." J Cancer Res Clin Oncol 142, no. 7 (July 2016): 1475–86. https://doi.org/10.1007/s00432-016-2165-9.
Gupta, Saurabh, Kenneth Ronald Gersing, Alaattin Erkanli, and Tal Burt. "Antidepressant Regulatory Warnings, Prescription Patterns, Suicidality and Other Aggressive Behaviors in Major Depressive Disorder and Anxiety Disorders." Psychiatr Q 87, no. 2 (June 2016): 329–42. https://doi.org/10.1007/s11126-015-9389-8.
Goldston, David B., Alaattin Erkanli, Stephanie S. Daniel, Nicole Heilbron, Bridget E. Weller, and Otima Doyle. "Developmental Trajectories of Suicidal Thoughts and Behaviors From Adolescence Through Adulthood." J Am Acad Child Adolesc Psychiatry 55, no. 5 (May 2016): 400-407.e1. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jaac.2016.02.010.
Mueller, Jenna L., Henry L. Fu, Jeffrey K. Mito, Melodi J. Whitley, Rhea Chitalia, Alaattin Erkanli, Leslie Dodd, et al. "A quantitative microscopic approach to predict local recurrence based on in vivo intraoperative imaging of sarcoma tumor margins." Int J Cancer 137, no. 10 (November 15, 2015): 2403–12. https://doi.org/10.1002/ijc.29611.
Adkins, Daniel E., Shaunna L. Clark, William E. Copeland, Martin Kennedy, Kevin Conway, Adrian Angold, Hermine Maes, et al. "Genome-Wide Meta-Analysis of Longitudinal Alcohol Consumption Across Youth and Early Adulthood." Twin Res Hum Genet 18, no. 4 (August 2015): 335–47. https://doi.org/10.1017/thg.2015.36.
Goldston, David B., Stephanie S. Daniel, Alaattin Erkanli, Nicole Heilbron, Otima Doyle, Bridget Weller, Jeffrey Sapyta, Andrew Mayfield, and Madelaine Faulkner. "Suicide attempts in a longitudinal sample of adolescents followed through adulthood: Evidence of escalation." J Consult Clin Psychol 83, no. 2 (April 2015): 253–64. https://doi.org/10.1037/a0038657.
Suarez, Edward C., John S. Sundy, and Alaattin Erkanli. "Depressogenic vulnerability and gender-specific patterns of neuro-immune dysregulation: What the ratio of cortisol to C-reactive protein can tell us about loss of normal regulatory control." Brain Behav Immun 44 (February 2015): 137–47. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.bbi.2014.09.008.
Sung, Minje, Al Erkanli, and E Jane Costello. "Estimating the causal effect of conduct disorder on the time from first substance use to substance use disorders using g-estimation." Subst Abus 35, no. 2 (2014): 141–46. https://doi.org/10.1080/08897077.2013.816651.
Shanahan, Lilly, William E. Copeland, Carol M. Worthman, Alaattin Erkanli, Adrian Angold, and E Jane Costello. "Sex-differentiated changes in C-reactive protein from ages 9 to 21: the contributions of BMI and physical/sexual maturation." Psychoneuroendocrinology 38, no. 10 (October 2013): 2209–17. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.psyneuen.2013.04.010.
Suarez, Edward C., Nicole L. Schramm-Sapyta, Tracey Vann Hawkins, and Alaattin Erkanli. "Depression inhibits the anti-inflammatory effects of leisure time physical activity and light to moderate alcohol consumption." Brain Behav Immun 32 (August 2013): 144–52. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.bbi.2013.03.009.
Costello, E Jane, Lindon Eaves, Patrick Sullivan, Martin Kennedy, Kevin Conway, Daniel E. Adkins, A. Angold, et al. "Genes, environments, and developmental research: methods for a multi-site study of early substance abuse." Twin Res Hum Genet 16, no. 2 (April 2013): 505–15. https://doi.org/10.1017/thg.2013.6.
Copeland, William E., Lilly Shanahan, Alaattin Erkanli, E Jane Costello, and Adrian Angold. "Indirect comorbidity in childhood and adolescence." Front Psychiatry 4 (2013): 144. https://doi.org/10.3389/fpsyt.2013.00144.
Hu, Fangyao, Karthik Vishwanath, Justin Lo, Alaattin Erkanli, Christine Mulvey, Walter T. Lee, and Nimmi Ramanujam. "Rapid determination of oxygen saturation and vascularity for cancer detection." Plos One 8, no. 12 (2013): e82977. https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0082977.
Angold, Adrian, Alaattin Erkanli, William Copeland, Robert Goodman, Prudence W. Fisher, and E Jane Costello. "Psychiatric diagnostic interviews for children and adolescents: a comparative study." J Am Acad Child Adolesc Psychiatry 51, no. 5 (May 2012): 506–17. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jaac.2012.02.020.
Sapyta, Jeffrey, David B. Goldston, Alaattin Erkanli, Stephanie S. Daniel, Nicole Heilbron, Andrew Mayfield, and S Lyn Treadway. "Evaluating the predictive validity of suicidal intent and medical lethality in youth." J Consult Clin Psychol 80, no. 2 (April 2012): 222–31. https://doi.org/10.1037/a0026870.
Sterba, Sonya K., William Copeland, Helen L. Egger, E. Jane Costello, Alaattin Erkanli, and Adrian Angold. "Longitudinal dimensionality of adolescent psychopathology: testing the differentiation hypothesis." J Child Psychol Psychiatry 51, no. 8 (August 2010): 871–84. https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1469-7610.2010.02234.x.
Costello, E Jane, Alaattin Erkanli, William Copeland, and Adrian Angold. "Association of family income supplements in adolescence with development of psychiatric and substance use disorders in adulthood among an American Indian population." Jama 303, no. 19 (May 19, 2010): 1954–60. https://doi.org/10.1001/jama.2010.621.
Daniel, Stephanie S., David B. Goldston, Alaattin Erkanli, Joseph C. Franklin, and Andrew M. Mayfield. "Trait anger, anger expression, and suicide attempts among adolescents and young adults: a prospective study." J Clin Child Adolesc Psychol 38, no. 5 (September 2009): 661–71. https://doi.org/10.1080/15374410903103494.
Brown, Ryan, William E. Copeland, E Jane Costello, Alaattin Erkanli, and Carol M. Worthman. "Family and Community Influences on Educational Outcomes Among Appalachian Youth." J Community Psychol 37, no. 7 (September 2009): 795–808. https://doi.org/10.1002/jcop.20331.
Goldston, David B., Stephanie Sergent Daniel, Alaattin Erkanli, Beth A. Reboussin, Andrew Mayfield, Patricia H. Frazier, and Sarah L. Treadway. "Psychiatric diagnoses as contemporaneous risk factors for suicide attempts among adolescents and young adults: developmental changes." J Consult Clin Psychol 77, no. 2 (April 2009): 281–90. https://doi.org/10.1037/a0014732.
Phillips, S. D., S. J. Leathers, and A. Erkanli. "Children of probationers in the child welfare system and their families." Journal of Child and Family Studies 18, no. 2 (April 1, 2009): 183–91. https://doi.org/10.1007/s10826-008-9218-x.
Phillips, S. D., and A. Erkanli. "Differences in patterns of maternal arrest and the parent, family, and child problems encountered in working with families." Children and Youth Services Review 30, no. 2 (February 1, 2008): 157–72. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.childyouth.2007.09.003.
Bittner, Antje, Helen L. Egger, Alaattin Erkanli, E. Jane Costello, Debra L. Foley, and Adrian Angold. "What do childhood anxiety disorders predict?" J Child Psychol Psychiatry 48, no. 12 (December 2007): 1174–83. https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1469-7610.2007.01812.x.
Epstein, Jeffery N., David Rabiner, Diane E. Johnson, David P. Fitzgerald, Allan Chrisman, Alaattin Erkanli, Kevin K. Sullivan, et al. "Improving attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder treatment outcomes through use of a collaborative consultation treatment service by community-based pediatricians: a cluster randomized trial." Arch Pediatr Adolesc Med 161, no. 9 (September 2007): 835–40. https://doi.org/10.1001/archpedi.161.9.835.
Costello, Elizabeth Jane, Carol Worthman, Alaattin Erkanli, and Adrian Angold. "Prediction from low birth weight to female adolescent depression: a test of competing hypotheses." Arch Gen Psychiatry 64, no. 3 (March 2007): 338–44. https://doi.org/10.1001/archpsyc.64.3.338.
Goldston, David B., Adam Walsh, Elizabeth Mayfield Arnold, Beth Reboussin, Stephanie Sergent Daniel, Alaattin Erkanli, Dennis Nutter, et al. "Reading problems, psychiatric disorders, and functional impairment from mid- to late adolescence." J Am Acad Child Adolesc Psychiatry 46, no. 1 (January 2007): 25–32. https://doi.org/10.1097/01.chi.0000242241.77302.f4.
Phillips, S. D., A. Erkanli, E. J. Costello, and A. Angold. "Differences among children whose mothers have been in contact with the criminal justice system." Women and Criminal Justice 17, no. 2–3 (2007): 43–61. https://doi.org/10.1300/J012v17n02_04.
Jane Costello, E., Alaattin Erkanli, and Adrian Angold. "Is there an epidemic of child or adolescent depression?" J Child Psychol Psychiatry 47, no. 12 (December 2006): 1263–71. https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1469-7610.2006.01682.x.
Erkanli, Alaattin, Minje Sung, E Jane Costello, and Adrian Angold. "Bayesian semi-parametric ROC analysis." Stat Med 25, no. 22 (November 30, 2006): 3905–28. https://doi.org/10.1002/sim.2496.
Clancy, Carolina P., Anna Graybeal, Whitney P. Tompson, Kourtni S. Badgett, Michelle E. Feldman, Patrick S. Calhoun, Alaattin Erkanli, Michael A. Hertzberg, and Jean C. Beckham. "Lifetime trauma exposure in veterans with military-related posttraumatic stress disorder: association with current symptomatology." J Clin Psychiatry 67, no. 9 (September 2006): 1346–53. https://doi.org/10.4088/jcp.v67n0904.
Egger, Helen Link, Alaattin Erkanli, Gordon Keeler, Edward Potts, Barbara Keith Walter, and Adrian Angold. "Test-Retest Reliability of the Preschool Age Psychiatric Assessment (PAPA)." J Am Acad Child Adolesc Psychiatry 45, no. 5 (May 2006): 538–49. https://doi.org/10.1097/01.chi.0000205705.71194.b8.
Erkanli, Al, Douglas D. Taylor, Deyrick Dean, Faria Eksir, Daniel Egger, James Geyer, Brad H. Nelson, Brad Stone, Herbert A. Fritsche, and Richard B. S. Roden. "Application of Bayesian modeling of autologous antibody responses against ovarian tumor-associated antigens to cancer detection." Cancer Res 66, no. 3 (February 1, 2006): 1792–98. https://doi.org/10.1158/0008-5472.CAN-05-0669.
Brown, Ryan A., Carol M. Worthman, E Jane Costello, and Alaattin Erkanli. "The Life Trajectory Interview for Youth (LTI-Y): method development and psychometric properties of an instrument to assess life-course models and achievement." Int J Methods Psychiatr Res 15, no. 4 (2006): 192–206. https://doi.org/10.1002/mpr.195.
Eaves, Lindon, Alaattin Erkanli, Judy Silberg, Adrian Angold, Hermine H. Maes, and Debra Foley. "Application of Bayesian inference using Gibbs sampling to item-response theory modeling of multi-symptom genetic data." Behav Genet 35, no. 6 (November 2005): 765–80. https://doi.org/10.1007/s10519-005-7284-z.
Beckham, Jean C., Michelle E. Feldman, Scott R. Vrana, Susannah L. Mozley, Alaattin Erkanli, Carolina P. Clancy, and Jed E. Rose. "Immediate antecedents of cigarette smoking in smokers with and without posttraumatic stress disorder: a preliminary study." Exp Clin Psychopharmacol 13, no. 3 (August 2005): 219–28. https://doi.org/10.1037/1064-1297.13.3.219.
Costello, E. J., A. Erkanli, G. Keeler, and A. Angold. "Distant Trauma: A prospective study of the effects of september 11th on young adults in North Carolina." Applied Developmental Science 8, no. 4 (October 1, 2004): 211–20. https://doi.org/10.1207/s1532480xads0804_4.
Eaves, Lindon, Judy Silberg, Debra Foley, Cynthia Bulik, Hermine Maes, Alaattin Erkanli, Adrian Angold, E Jane Costello, and Carol Worthman. "Genetic and environmental influences on the relative timing of pubertal change." Twin Res 7, no. 5 (October 2004): 471–81. https://doi.org/10.1375/1369052042335278.
Sung, Minje, Al Erkanli, Adrian Angold, and E Jane Costello. "Effects of age at first substance use and psychiatric comorbidity on the development of substance use disorders." Drug Alcohol Depend 75, no. 3 (September 6, 2004): 287–99. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.drugalcdep.2004.03.013.
Eaves, Lindon, Judy Silberg, and Alaattin Erkanli. "Resolving multiple epigenetic pathways to adolescent depression." J Child Psychol Psychiatry 44, no. 7 (October 2003): 1006–14. https://doi.org/10.1111/1469-7610.00185.
Epstein, Jeffery N., Alaatin Erkanli, C Keith Conners, John Klaric, Jane E. Costello, and Adrian Angold. "Relations between Continuous Performance Test performance measures and ADHD behaviors." J Abnorm Child Psychol 31, no. 5 (October 2003): 543–54. https://doi.org/10.1023/a:1025405216339.
Costello, E Jane, Sarah Mustillo, Alaattin Erkanli, Gordon Keeler, and Adrian Angold. "Prevalence and development of psychiatric disorders in childhood and adolescence." Arch Gen Psychiatry 60, no. 8 (August 2003): 837–44. https://doi.org/10.1001/archpsyc.60.8.837.
Eaves, Lindon, and Alaattin Erkanli. "Markov Chain Monte Carlo approaches to analysis of genetic and environmental components of human developmental change and G x E interaction." Behav Genet 33, no. 3 (May 2003): 279–99. https://doi.org/10.1023/a:1023446524917.
Mustillo, Sarah, Carol Worthman, Alaattin Erkanli, Gordon Keeler, Adrian Angold, and E Jane Costello. "Obesity and psychiatric disorder: developmental trajectories." Pediatrics 111, no. 4 Pt 1 (April 2003): 851–59. https://doi.org/10.1542/peds.111.4.851.
Angold, Adrian, Alaattin Erkanli, Judy Silberg, Lindon Eaves, and E Jane Costello. "Depression scale scores in 8-17-year-olds: effects of age and gender." J Child Psychol Psychiatry 43, no. 8 (November 2002): 1052–63. https://doi.org/10.1111/1469-7610.00232.
Angold, Adrian, Alaattin Erkanli, Elizabeth M. Z. Farmer, John A. Fairbank, Barbara J. Burns, Gordon Keeler, and E Jane Costello. "Psychiatric disorder, impairment, and service use in rural African American and white youth." Arch Gen Psychiatry 59, no. 10 (October 2002): 893–901. https://doi.org/10.1001/archpsyc.59.10.893.
Costello, E Jane, Alaattin Erkanli, John A. Fairbank, and Adrian Angold. "The prevalence of potentially traumatic events in childhood and adolescence." J Trauma Stress 15, no. 2 (April 2002): 99–112. https://doi.org/10.1023/A:1014851823163.
Ezpeleta, L., G. Keeler, A. Erkanli, E. J. Costello, and A. Angold. "Epidemiology of psychiatric disability in childhood and adolescence." J Child Psychol Psychiatry 42, no. 7 (October 2001): 901–14. https://doi.org/10.1111/1469-7610.00786.
Erkanli, A., R. Soyer, and A. Angold. "Bayesian analyses of longitudinal binary data using Markov regression models of unknown order." Stat Med 20, no. 5 (March 15, 2001): 755–70. https://doi.org/10.1002/sim.702.
Erkanli, A., and R. Soyer. "Simulation-based designs for accelerated life tests." Journal of Statistical Planning and Inference 90, no. 2 (October 1, 2000): 335–48. https://doi.org/10.1016/s0378-3758(00)00126-9.
Angold, A., A. Erkanli, H. L. Egger, and E. J. Costello. "Stimulant treatment for children: a community perspective." J Am Acad Child Adolesc Psychiatry 39, no. 8 (August 2000): 975–84. https://doi.org/10.1097/00004583-200008000-00009.
Angold, A., E. J. Costello, B. J. Burns, A. Erkanli, and E. M. Farmer. "Effectiveness of nonresidential specialty mental health services for children and adolescents in the "real world"." J Am Acad Child Adolesc Psychiatry 39, no. 2 (February 2000): 154–60. https://doi.org/10.1097/00004583-200002000-00013.
Erkanli, A., R. Soyer, and E. J. Costello. "Bayesian inference for prevalence in longitudinal two-phase studies." Biometrics 55, no. 4 (December 1999): 1145–50. https://doi.org/10.1111/j.0006-341x.1999.01145.x.
Angold, A., E. J. Costello, A. Erkanli, and C. M. Worthman. "Pubertal changes in hormone levels and depression in girls." Psychol Med 29, no. 5 (September 1999): 1043–53. https://doi.org/10.1017/s0033291799008946.
Costello, E. J., A. Erkanli, E. Federman, and A. Angold. "Development of psychiatric comorbidity with substance abuse in adolescents: effects of timing and sex." J Clin Child Psychol 28, no. 3 (September 1999): 298–311. https://doi.org/10.1207/S15374424jccp280302.
Egger, H. L., E. J. Costello, A. Erkanli, and A. Angold. "Somatic complaints and psychopathology in children and adolescents: stomach aches, musculoskeletal pains, and headaches." J Am Acad Child Adolesc Psychiatry 38, no. 7 (July 1999): 852–60. https://doi.org/10.1097/00004583-199907000-00015.
Angold, A., E. J. Costello, E. M. Farmer, B. J. Burns, and A. Erkanli. "Impaired but undiagnosed." J Am Acad Child Adolesc Psychiatry 38, no. 2 (February 1999): 129–37. https://doi.org/10.1097/00004583-199902000-00011.
Angold, A., E. J. Costello, and A. Erkanli. "Comorbidity." J Child Psychol Psychiatry 40, no. 1 (January 1999): 57–87.
Erkanli, A., R. Soyer, and A. Angold. "Optimal Bayesian two-phase designs." Journal of Statistical Planning and Inference 66, no. 1 (January 5, 1998): 175–91. https://doi.org/10.1016/s0378-3758(97)00075-x.
Erkanli, A., T. A. Mazzuchi, and R. Soyer. "Bayesian computations for a class of reliability growth models." Technometrics 40, no. 1 (January 1, 1998): 14–23. https://doi.org/10.1080/00401706.1998.10485478.
Erkanli, A., R. Soyer, and D. Stangl. "Bayesian inference in two-phase prevalence studies." Stat Med 16, no. 10 (May 30, 1997): 1121–33. https://doi.org/10.1002/(sici)1097-0258(19970530)16:10<1121::aid-sim526>3.0.co;2-l.
Costello, E. J., E. M. Farmer, A. Angold, B. J. Burns, and A. Erkanli. "Psychiatric disorders among American Indian and white youth in Appalachia: the Great Smoky Mountains Study." Am J Public Health 87, no. 5 (May 1997): 827–32. https://doi.org/10.2105/ajph.87.5.827.
Federman, E. B., E. J. Costello, A. Angold, E. M. Farmer, and A. Erkanli. "Development of substance use and psychiatric comorbidity in an epidemiologic study of white and American Indian young adolescents the Great Smoky Mountains Study." Drug Alcohol Depend 44, no. 2–3 (March 14, 1997): 69–78. https://doi.org/10.1016/s0376-8716(96)01317-8.
Burns, B. J., E. J. Costello, A. Erkanli, D. L. Tweed, E. M. Z. Farmer, and A. Angold. "Insurance coverage and mental health services use by adolescents with serious emotional disturbance." Journal of Child and Family Studies 6, no. 1 (January 1, 1997): 89–111. https://doi.org/10.1023/A:1025024808146.
Erkanli, A. "Boundary-mode approximations for posterior expectations." Journal of Statistical Planning and Inference 58, no. 2 (January 1, 1997): 217–39. https://doi.org/10.1016/s0378-3758(96)00089-4.
Costello, E. J., A. Angold, B. J. Burns, A. Erkanli, D. K. Stangl, and D. L. Tweed. "The Great Smoky Mountains Study of Youth. Functional impairment and serious emotional disturbance." Arch Gen Psychiatry 53, no. 12 (December 1996): 1137–43. https://doi.org/10.1001/archpsyc.1996.01830120077013.
Costello, E. J., A. Angold, B. J. Burns, D. K. Stangl, D. L. Tweed, A. Erkanli, and C. M. Worthman. "The Great Smoky Mountains Study of Youth. Goals, design, methods, and the prevalence of DSM-III-R disorders." Arch Gen Psychiatry 53, no. 12 (December 1996): 1129–36. https://doi.org/10.1001/archpsyc.1996.01830120067012.
Angold, A., A. Erkanli, E. J. Costello, and M. Rutter. "Precision, reliability and accuracy in the dating of symptom onsets in child and adolescent psychopathology." J Child Psychol Psychiatry 37, no. 6 (September 1996): 657–64. https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1469-7610.1996.tb01457.x.
Angold, A., A. Erkanli, R. Loebkr, E. J. Costello, W. Van Kammen, and M. Stouthamer-Loeber. "Disappearing Depression in a Population Sample of Boys." Journal of Emotional and Behavioral Disorders 4, no. 2 (January 1, 1996): 95–104. https://doi.org/10.1177/106342669600400204.
Müller, P., A. Erkanli, and M. West. "Bayesian curve fitting using multivariate normal mixtures." Biometrika 83, no. 1 (January 1, 1996): 67–79. https://doi.org/10.1093/biomet/83.1.67.
Burns, B. J., E. J. Costello, A. Angold, D. Tweed, D. Stangl, E. M. Farmer, and A. Erkanli. "Children's mental health service use across service sectors." Health Aff (Millwood) 14, no. 3 (1995): 147–59. https://doi.org/10.1377/hlthaff.14.3.147.
Erkanli, Alaattin. "Laplace Approximations for Posterior Expectations When the Mode Occurs at the Boundary of the Parameter Space." Journal of the American Statistical Association 89, no. 425 (March 1994): 250–250. https://doi.org/10.2307/2291221.
Erkanli, A. "Laplace approximations for posterior expectations when the mode occurs at the boundary of the parameter space." Journal of the American Statistical Association 89, no. 425 (January 1, 1994): 250–58. https://doi.org/10.1080/01621459.1994.10476466.
Costello, E. J., H. L. Egger, W. Copeland, A. Erkanli, and A. Angold. "The developmental epidemiology of anxiety disorders: Phenomenology, prevalence, and comorbidity." In Anxiety Disorders in Children and Adolescents, Second Edition, 56–75, 2011. https://doi.org/10.1017/CBO9780511994920.004.
Bier, Elianna A., Fawaz Alenezi, Junlan Lu, Ziyi Wang, Joseph G. Mammarappallil, Bryan O'Sullivan-Murphy, Alaattin Erkanli, Bastiaan Driehuys, and Sudarshan Rajagopal. "Noninvasive diagnosis of pulmonary hypertension with hyperpolarised 129Xe magnetic resonance imaging and spectroscopy." In Erj Open Res, Vol. 8, 2022. https://doi.org/10.1183/23120541.00035-2022.
Ria, Francesco, Anru Zhang, Reginald Lerebours, Alaattin Erkanli, justin Solomon, Daniele Marin, and Ehsan Samei. "A mathematical framework to quantitatively balance clinical and radiation risk in Computed Tomography," 2021.
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Gatta, Luke A., Eric Rochat, Jeremy M. Weber, Sallie Permar, Sarah Valencia, Alaattin Erkanli, Sarah Dotters-Katz, and Brenna L. Hughes. "Urine cytomegalovirus shedding among seropositive pregnant women." In American Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology, 224:S365–S365, 2021.
Harris, Benjamin S., Kelly S. Acharya, Tracy Truong, Alaattin Erkanli, and Jennifer L. Eaton. "CAN A HIGH AMH OVERCOME ADVANCING REPRODUCTIVE AGE? THE ASSOCIATION BETWEEN AMH AND CUMULATIVE LIVE BIRTH AMONG WOMEN OVER AGE 40." In Fertility and Sterility, 116:E234–35, 2021.
Selter, Jessica, Tracy Truong, Alaattin Erkanli, and Anne Z. Steiner. "ASSOCIATION BETWEEN ANTI-MULLERIAN HORMONE AND MOTHER'S AGE AT MENOPAUSE." In Fertility and Sterility, 116:E359–60, 2021.
Limkakeng, A. T., P. Manandhar, A. Erkanli, and D. Voora. "129 United States Emergency Department Use of Medications with Pharmacogenetic Recommendations." In Annals of Emergency Medicine, 74:S52–S52. Elsevier BV, 2019. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.annemergmed.2019.08.134.
McGrath, A., S. M. Griffin, A. Erkanli, J. Theiling, A. Limkakeng, and J. B. Borawski. "59 Effect of High Sensitivity Troponin Implementation on Emergency Department Observation Unit Operations." In Annals of Emergency Medicine, 74:S24–S24. Elsevier BV, 2019. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.annemergmed.2019.08.063.
Mueller, J. L., C. T. Lam, M. Kellish, J. Peters, M. Asiedu, M. S. Krieger, J. E. Gallagher, et al. "Clinical evaluation of a portable pocket colposcope for cervical cancer screening in the United States, Perú, and Tanzania." In 2017 Ieee Healthcare Innovations and Point of Care Technologies, Hi Poct 2017, 2017-December:117–20, 2017. https://doi.org/10.1109/HIC.2017.8227598.
Kimmick, Gretchen Genevieve, Hayden B. Bosworth, Francis J. Keefe, Linda Sutton, Lynda Owen, Alaattin Erkanli, Shelby D. Reed, et al. "Testing a behavioral intervention to improve adherence to adjuvant endocrine therapy (AET)." In Journal of Clinical Oncology, 35:TPS10128–TPS10128. American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO), 2017. https://doi.org/10.1200/jco.2017.35.15_suppl.tps10128.
McClintock, Shawn, Matthew Pierson, Alaattin Erkanli, Zhi-De Deng, Bruce Luber, Mustafa Husain, and Sarah Lisanby. "Comparing the Effects of an Index Course of Magnetic Seizure Therapy and Electroconvulsive Therapy on Quality of Life." In Neuropsychopharmacology, 40:S148–49. NATURE PUBLISHING GROUP, 2015.
ERKANLI, A., R. E. KASS, and A. GENZ. "ADAPTING SUBREGION-ADAPTIVE INTEGRATION SOFTWARE TO PROBLEMS IN BAYESIAN-INFERENCE." In Computing Science and Statistics : Vol 24, edited by H. J. Newton, 179–81. INTERFACE FOUNDATION NORTH AMERICA, 1992.
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"A midsummer to remember"
As I write this at the halfway point of the year, I can undoubtedly confirm that 2015 has been one of the most ambitious for Private Drama to date. The team have produced amazing projects over the past 6 months, but the last fortnight especially has been of epic proportion, both in the scale and creativity of the events we have imagined and realised. As I take a moment to thank both our clients and our second-to-none team, here's a roundup of our latest projects you've been seeing across the press, social media and our insights blog:
The Selgascano Pavilion
Once again, we have been given the delightful task of designing bespoke entertainment for a series of events at one of the top-ten most visited architectural and design exhibitions in the world: The Serpentine Pavilion. Over the past fortnight, Private Drama created several enchanting theatrical landscapes for hundreds of VIP guests at the exquisite installation that celebrates London's ubiquitous gardens on a pure canvas of transparent Perspex. We drew inspiration from the Spanish architectural duo's poetic view that the Serpentine that runs "Betwixt and Between" our garden-rich city. Iconic Peter Pan characters were elegantly brought to life in homage to J.M Barrie's belief that "All the world is made of faith, and trust, and pixie dust". Storybook characters emerged from the woods and childhood memories relived as if Tinkerbell herself had made it so. Circus performers abounded, performing mind boggling tricks and acrobatic wonders. At centre stage, a clear Perspex piano mirrored the beauty of the installation's transparency and was surrounded by a group of jazz musicians who played laid back rhythms throughout the evening. As dusk fell, a chillout DJ entertained as guest mingled, soaked in the midsummer night's evening and shared memories of Peter Pan.
Family Fun Day at Dorney Court
What better place to host a corporate family fun day than one of England's finest Tudor manor houses, where 500 years worth of one family's generations has lived? We had the weather on our side for one of the biggest outdoor events we've ever designed, hosting 700 guests. The team brought a quintessentially British festival to the manor's landscaped gardens and ancient yew hedges with grazing flocks of sheep in the background. Sunbrellas and Little Lake Flower Company's beautifully styled arrangements on vintage table runners complemented a large marquee where a delicious, quintessentially English menu was served. Meanwhile on a festival stage some of our favourite bands Flood the Floor and up-and-coming singer Hannah Jane Lewis entertained while guests were treated to dance lessons. Around the beautifully mown grounds we sited a helter skelter carousel, fair ground attractions, laser quest and Karavanoke (karaoke in a caravan, of course!). Refreshments were enjoyed in inflatables and stripy deck chairs. Children and parents were treated to interactive magic shows, face painting, craft activities, theatre shows, juggling all set within a landscape defined by rustic hay bales. If that wasn't enough, the more adventurous of the guests enjoyed archery, clay pigeon shooting, quad biking and 4×4 blind driving! Unforgettable moments were had by all and even documented in our vintage VW photo booth.
Joseph Cornell Preview at the Royal Academy of Arts
We invited guests to step into Joseph Cornell's beguiling world, an artist the New York Times called "a poet of light; an architect of memory-fractured rooms and a connoisseur of stars, celestial and otherwise." We produced a VIP vernissage of his signature glass-fronted 'shadow boxes' by translating his quirky creativity through immersive theatre. This was a hugely creative production in which we brought his spellbinding characters to life as though they crept out from the boxes and became real.
The Mace Spirit of Adventure client reception
We're still buzzing at our record-setting achievement of conceiving and producing an unforgettable 25th anniversary event for Mace, the international consultancy and construction company that has reshaped city skylines around the globe, and notably built The Shard, delivered the London Olympics and is currently building the world's tallest building in Saudi Arabia. The event highlight was the thrilling moment when a troupe of our most accomplished and trusted aerial performers set a Guinness World Record for the most people performing aerial silks before an amazed audience of nearly 1,000 people, with more than 25 (30 to be exact) dancers completing a beautifully choreographed routine that lasted for over 5 minutes. Those of you that know me well can understand how proud I am to have delivered not just an exceptional event that people are still talking about and will be for some time, but I'm especially elated at how the whole production set an incredible standard for brand storytelling within the events, branding and communications industries. Mace had the vision and the confidence in our achieving the world record attempt that we were able to also advise on and deploy strategic content marketing in the 2 months leading up to the event. We secured TV and press coverage and rolled out a viral social media campaign that is still creating buzz across Twitter, Instagram and Facebook. This event is the perfect example of how Private Drama has transformed into a brand storytelling consultancy, which our clients can count on us to achieve huge ROI for a seamlessly produced event by stretching their story across media channels.
This has certainly been an unforgettable year so far. Please do stay tuned for the second half!


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School of Languages, Cultures, Art History and Music
The School of Languages, Cultures, Art History and Music is dedicated to study and research in the fundamentals of human creativity and expression: languages, images and music.
Delivering high quality programmes underpinned by inter-professional learning.
We encourage creative thinking at Masters and Doctoral levels, via different modes of study.
Links to research centres, department research and our latest research awards.
Isata Kanneh-Mason performs Fanny Mendelssohn's long-lost 'Easter Sonata'
On 5 October we welcome award-winning pianist Isata Kanneh-Mason for a recital featuring the long-lost 'Easter Sonata' of composer Fanny Mendelssohn.
University Music highlights in 2021/22
University Music were delighted to return to regular music-making this year following an unprecedented two years of musical absence during the pandemic.
UoB Voices perform Stanford's Requiem with City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra
University of Birmingham Voices performed and recorded this month with the City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra and conductor, Martyn Brabbins at Symphony Hall
Jazz Orchestra and guest Tom Ford perform with Young Pilgrims
Jazz Orchestra were pleased to perform new arrangements of music by Tom Ford this month as part of the Summer Festival of Music.
Musical perspectives on our multi-cultural past in the year of the Commonwealth Games
'The Black Peril' concert takes place on Saturday, 11 June, in the Elgar Concert Hall at the University of Birmingham.
Birmingham University Singers give world premiere of music by Bob Chilcott
Birmingham University Singers were pleased to perform The Pear Tree Carol as part of their Autumn programme this academic year.
A Musical Heritage at Birmingham Town Hall
Concert marked the leading role that the University of Birmingham has played in the historic and modern musical life of the city.
Summer Festival of Music 2022
A highlight of the academic year for musicians at the university - two weeks of events for students, staff, and members of the wider community.
University Music announce Young Pilgrims residency for 2022
University Music are delighted to announce a new six-month residency with the jazz-fusion brass band, Young Pilgrims.
Study Abroad in Grenoble
Matthew, a BA Modern Languages student, shares his journey to Grenoble and excitement to visit Japan next on his year abroad!
Three 'Year Abroads' in One
Modern Languages student, Caitlin shares her experience in her year abroad.
Birmingham 72nd in the world for Arts and Humanities
The College of Arts and Law remains amongst the best performing research-intensive universities in the world, according to the 2022 QS World Rankings.
Pavel Kolesnikov
The Place of the Roma in 15th-century European Print History
Gemma Rosefield
Baroque-Classical Orchestra
Classics in the Classroom
Diaspora by Design: Migration, Mills and Interiors
Bel Fiore
New Music Ensemble
Harmonies for a Habsburg Dynasty
Aris Quartet
More forthcoming events
Tweets by LCAHM_UoB
Birmingham ranked in top 70 in the world for Arts and Humanities
The College of Arts and Law is placed 67th in the Times Higher Education 2022 rankings, making it one of the best places for study and research in this field globally.
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"Mushroom" describes a variety of gilled fungi, with or without stems, and the term is used even more generally, to describe both the fleshy fruiting bodies of some Ascomycota and the woody or leathery fruiting bodies of some Basidiomycota, depending upon the context of the word. There are many types of mushroom from it's color, shape, and it's texture as well.
This is the simplest dish that I cooked. I was a lazy that time and to the point that I don't want to go out just to buy something for our dinner. Well, luckily I am when I open our refrigerator. This 1 pack of vegetables catch immediately my attention to cook something out of it and this is it.
In a small casserole, boil 1 cup of water. Then blanch mushroom at least 1 minutes and drain.
Heat oil in a wok. Caramelized onion and put all together the vegetables. Saute and keep stirring.
Add soy sauce and chicken powder. Mix thoroughly and still keep stirring. Saute at least 2 minutes.
Do not overcooked all the vegetables.
You can use any type of mushroom. But make it sure you cook it well.
Timing of cooking in mushroom is very important and so the nutrients will remain there.