Many 3-dimensional (3D) techniques have been utilized to register and analyze the face in 3 dimensions, but each system has its own merits and disadvantages. C3D is a relatively new 3D imaging system that was developed to capture the 3D geometry of the face. Landmark identification on 3D facial models is facilitated by a software-based facial analysis tool developed by the authors. The reproduc...

Throughout their history, humans have devised a number of approaches and strategies to reducing (perceived) uncertainty or the psychological impacts of uncertainty, and to function and thrive in a partially unknown world. A certain world begets certain ‘best strategies’ for survival; an uncertain world necessitates a larger portfolio of options and approaches, and means for choosing among them....

Abstract Background Coronary artery disease (CAD) is the most common kind of heart problem, currently became one leading causes death worldwide and predicted to persist so for next 20 years. The global risk factors CAD include atherosclerosis, genetic predisposition, environment lifestyle. This study aimed find out genotypic association PON1 (rs662) TNF-? (rs1799964) genes with among North Indi...

The forensic potential of microorganisms is becoming increasingly apparent as a consequence of advances in molecular sciences and genomics. This review discusses instances in which microbes, and in particular bacteria, can impact upon forensic investigations. There is increasing evidence that humans have an extremely diverse ‘microbiome’ that may prove useful in determining ethnicity, country o...

Osteoporosis, a metabolic skeletal disease characterised by decreased bone mass and increased fracture risk, is a growing public health problem. Among the various risk factors for osteoporosis, calcium and vitamin D have well-established protective roles, but it is likely that other nutritional factors are also implicated. This review will explore the emerging evidence supporting a role for cer...

Throughout their history, humans have devised a number of approaches and strategies to reducing (perceived) uncertainty or the psychological impacts of uncertainty, and to function and thrive in a partially unknown world. A certain world begets certain ‘best strategies’ for survival; an uncertain world necessitates a larger portfolio of options and approaches, and means for choosing among them....

Hepatitis B virus-related acute-on-chronic liver failure (HBV-ACLF) is a life-threatening condition, and the lipid metabolism disorder is common in the development of this disease. This prospective observational study aimed to define the characteristics of plasma apolipoprotein A-V (apoA-V) in long-term outcome prediction of HBV-ACLF, and a total of 330 HBV-ACLF patients were included and follo...