BACKGROUND Dry mouth is a frequent complaint of adults worldwide. In those who experience dry mouth, therapeutic options include the use of salivary substitutes and sialogogues. METHODS The authors compared the efficacy and safety of mucoadhesive disks (OraMoist, Axiomedic, Zurich; distributed by Quantum Health, Eugene, Ore.) applied three times daily with those of placebo mucoadhesive disks ...

In this research, the effect of different parameters of coal composition (coal chemical properties) were studied, to estimate the coal HGI values index. To estimate the HGI values artificial neural networks (ANNs) and linear multivariable regression methods were used for 400 data. In this work, ten input parameters, such as moisture, volatile matter (dry), fixed carbon (dry), ash (dry), total s...

Before reading on, think about how this article may help you to do your job better. Given the widespread use of moisturisers there are surprisingly few good quality studies of efficacy in patients. Some studies show that some of the more common ingredients used do increase skin hydration or improve the barrier function of the skin (ie, reduce transepidermal water loss; TEWL). However, even wher...

Recent technological advancements have a fundamental potential to transform 21st century textile engineering [1]. Thus, it is essential further incorporate innovations in industry. In education alike, innovative teaching methods, for instance, learning through virtual reality [2], by making [3], and game-based [4] are apt, fact, required methods teach these subjects Industry 4.0 more understand...

BACKGROUND The purpose of this study was to evaluate the impact of dry eye on work productivity of office workers, especially in terms of presenteeism. METHODS A total of 396 individuals aged ≥20 years (258 men and 138 women, mean age 43.4 ± 13.0 years) were recruited through an online survey. Data from 355 responders who did not have missing values were included in the analysis. They were cl...

Dry powder inhalers (DPIs), opposed to the traditional pre-metered dose inhalers (MDIs), prove to be more advantageous in delivering the desired dosage of medication to the targeted site. Now, engineers are designing better DPIs and new carrier particles that have better characteristics for drug delivery.

Brought to you by Nebraska corn producers through their corn checkoff dollars— expanding demand for Nebraska corn and value-added products. INTRODUCTION Across the United States, ethanol production continues to expand with monthly production records being set.With the continued expansion in production, co-products have emerged as excellent feed sources for livestock. For purposes of this manual...

The advantages and disadvantages of three forms of dry heat sterilization are discussed. In addition a fourth method, consisting of heating by infrared rays in vacuo, is described. This method is particularly suitable for instruments used in the operating theatre, since it can replace an autoclave where a supply of steam is not available. Recommended times and temperatures for dry heat steriliz...

Just as the name suggests, this condition makes the eyes feel dry, scratchy, and gritty. Other symptoms include burning, stinging, itching, pain, sensitivity to light, redness, blurry vision, and the feeling that there is a speck of dirt in the eye. There may also be a stringy discharge from the eyes. And though it may seem strange, dry eye can cause the eyes to water. "This can happen because ...

PURPOSE To determine the most effective objective tests, applied singly or in combination in the diagnosis of dry eye disease. METHODS Two groups of subjects--41 with dry eye and 32 with no ocular surface disease--had symptoms, tear film quality, evaporation, tear turnover rate (TTR), volume and osmolarity, and meibomian gland dropout score assessed. RESULTS The subjects with dry eye had TT...