Abstract Background Peptidergic neurons containing the melanin-concentrating hormone (MCH) and the hypocretins (or orexins) are intermingled in the zona incerta, perifornical nucleus and lateral hypothalamic area.Both types of neurons have been implicated in the integrated regulation of energy homeostasis and body weight.Hypocretin neurons have als
We introduce a novel surgical approach via intraoral access to the Inverted L osteotomy utilizing virtual surgical planning (VSP) and patient-specific customized mandibular fixation.VSP in orthognathic surgery has been well documented in its ability to increase preoperative and intraoperative efficiency, decrease cost and operating room time, and i
Heading date (Hd) is one of the main factors determining rice production and regional adaptation.To identify the genetic factors involved in the wide regional adaptability of rice, we conducted a genome-wide association study (GWAS) with 190 North Korean rice accessions selected for non-precocious flowering in the Philippines, a low-latitude region
Ophthalmic disorders have psychiatric aspects associated with them at various levels.Psychological factors have a well-documented role in the causation, aggravation, and maintenance of various ophthalmic conditions, including glaucoma, central serous retinopathy, dry eye disease, and retinitis pigmentosa.Many ophthalmic conditions, including blindn