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Digoxin net secretory transport in bronchial epithelial cell layers is not exclusively mediated by P-glycoprotein/MDR1
(2014-01)
The impact of P-glycoprotein (MDR1, ABCB1) on drug disposition in the lungs as well as its presence and activity in in vitro respiratory drug absorption models remain controversial to date. Hence, we characterised MDR1 ...
Contact behaviour of composite laminate under quasi-static indentation load
(2014)
A viable solution to the ever-demanding weight-saving target in aerospace industry is the replacement of conventional engineering alloys with composite materials in primary structures. A major concern to the effective use ...
Workforce development and effective evaluation of projects
(2014)
The success of a project or programme is typically determined in relation to outputs. However, there is a commitment among UK public services to spending public funds efficiently and on activities that provide the greatest ...
Action learning : co-creating value from collaborative sustainable projects
(University of Hertfordshire, 2014)
This article reports on the specific role that action learning plays in the promotion of sustainability and innovation in the Local Government sector. The study focuses on one organisation and the efforts of a senior manager ...
Selective inhibition of NADPH Oxidase reverses the over contraction of diabetic rat aorta
(2014)
Abnormal vascular responsiveness in diabetes has been attributed to a number of changes in contractile pathways, affected in part by the overproduction of reactive oxygen species (ROS). It has been reported that NADPH ...
Learning through projects : identifying opportunities for individual professional learning and development
(2014-01-01)
This article is based on findings from the evaluation of a project established to enhance learning and teaching in higher education. This project took place within the University of Hertfordshire School of Education in ...
Solving the Mystery of Intrusive Flashbacks in Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (Comment on Brewin 2014)
(2014-01)
In the light of current controversy about the nature of intrusions in posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), the review by Brewin (2014) is timely and important. It will undoubtedly stimulate further research and guide ...
The tribological properties of zinc borate ultrafine powder as a lubricant additive in sunflower oil
(2014)
This paper presents an investigation on the tribological properties of zinc borate ultrafine powder employed as a lubricant additive in sunflower oil. The stable dispersions of 0.5 wt%, 1 wt% and 2 wt% zinc borate ultrafine ...
Relay-proof channels using UWB lasers
(Springer Nature, 2014)
Alice is a hand-held device. Bob is a device providing a service, such as an ATM, an automatic door, or an anti-aircraft gun pointing at the gyro-copter in which Alice is travelling. Bob and Alice have never met, but share ...
The international hotel development in the 1960s : a cooperation perspective
(2014)
The objectives of multinational firms expanding overseas in search of new markets and new resources, or risks spreading and overcoming competition are widely cited. On the other hand, without the host governments’ incentives ...