Qualitative modelling can help us understand and project effects of multiple stresses on trees. It is not practical to collect and correlate empirical data for all combinations of plant/environments and human/climate stresses, especially for mature trees in natural settings. Therefore, a mechanistic model was developed to describe ecophysiological processes. This model is qualitative and incorp...

In intensive care physiological variables of the critically ill are measured and recorded in short time intervals. The proper extraction and interpretation of the information contained in this flood of information can hardly be done by experience alone. Intelligent alarm systems are needed to provide suitable bedside decision support. So far there is no commonly accepted standard for detecting ...

objective: based on pittsburg sleep quality index, it has been reported that most human immunodeficiency virus (hiv) positive patients suffer from various degrees of sleep problems. sleep disorders can affect quality of life, physical and social functioning and can also cause chronic fatigue. some psychological and physiological factors are related to sleep quality. the purpose of the present s...

The objective was to assess the physiological and behavioral variables of pasture-raised Holstein heifers on basis their coat color. Eight were used, four with black coat, white coat. In morning afternoon periods, measured, namely respiratory rate (RR, mov min. -1), rectal temperature (TR, ºC), surface (TS, ºC). behavior analysis considered site (sun or shade), position (standing lying down), a...