We apply morphing to the problem of generating the initial mesh for nite element simulations This algorithm reduces mesh adaptation time by integrating physical and geometric constraints to provide a near optimal initial mesh We apply this method to large scale bioelectric eld problems involving the complex geometries of the human body

background: chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (copd) is considered a major public health problem in the world. weight loss, muscle and fat mass depletion are common nutritional problems in copd patients and are determinant factors in pul­monary function, health status, disability and mortality. in the present study, we assessed nutritional status in copd pa­tients. methods: this cross-secti...

The trace fossil Trichichnus is proposed as an indicator of fossil bioelectric bacterial activity at the oxic-anoxic interface zone of marine sediments. This fulfils the idea that such processes, commonly found in the modern realm, should be also present in the geological past. Trichichnus is an exceptional trace fossil due to its very thin diameter (mostly less than 1 mm) and common pyritic fi...

3 If the same standard state is assumed for the solution in both phases S would be unity, but it is more convenient to assume different standard states so that as long as the properties of the two phases remain constant S will be constant but as a rule its value will not be unity. 4 The partition coefficient includes only the ions K+ and Cl-. It would not be constant if it included the undissoc...

Background: Critically ill patients receiving prolonged mechanical ventilatory support are at risk for loss of muscle mass and muscle strength from immobility. Feasible, non-invasive methods are needed to accurately obtain data on markers of muscle mass to design effective interventions and monitor patient progress during recovery from critical illness. Bioelectric impedance has been used in ot...

The induction of "bystander effects" i.e. effects in cells which have not received an ionizing radiation track, is now accepted but the mechanisms are not completely clear. Bystander effects following high and low LET radiation exposure are accepted but mechanisms are still not understood. There is some evidence for a physical component to the signal. This paper tests the hypothesis that bioele...