Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Yousef Majed Almugla, Guna Shekhar Madiraju, Rohini Mohan, Sajith Abraham
Summary: This study analyzed gender differences in the size of permanent maxillary canines using a three-dimensional digital method and tested the accuracy of gender estimation using discriminant function analysis in a Saudi population sample. The results showed that males had larger maxillary canines in terms of mesiodistal width and intercanine distance compared to females, and the difference was statistically significant. Discriminant function analysis demonstrated an overall accuracy of 80.5% in gender prediction, with intercanine distance being the most accurate predictor.
APPLIED SCIENCES-BASEL
(2023)
Article
Medicine, Legal
Mohan Thirumal, Harikrishnan Prasad, Muthusamy Rajmohan, Kenniyankumar SriChinthu, Perumal Prema, Sivanandhan Shanmuganathan
Summary: This research verifies the presence of sexual dimorphism in the odontometric parameters of primary dentition in paediatric population of Tamil Nadu, India. Equations derived from discriminant function analysis can be used to assess the sex of children in this region.
FORENSIC SCIENCE MEDICINE AND PATHOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Automation & Control Systems
Daohan Wang, Chen Peng, Bingdong Wang, Zhenkang Feng, Junchen Li
Summary: This article investigates the topology of nonuniformly distributed teeth in permanent magnet synchronous machines and its impact on performance. The appropriate nonuniformly distributed teeth are identified and validated through analytical methods and experiments.
IEEE TRANSACTIONS ON INDUSTRIAL ELECTRONICS
(2022)
Article
Medicine, Legal
Manuel Partido Navadijo, Ignacio Fombuena Zapata, Erik Adrian Borja Miranda, Inmaculada Aleman Aguilera
Summary: This study successfully established discriminant functions for sex estimation based on the analysis and measurement of ribs from contemporary skeletons. The results showed good feasibility and success rates, with excellent reproducibility demonstrated in intra-/inter-observer error tests.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF LEGAL MEDICINE
(2021)
Article
History
Daria S. Khodyreva, Natalia N. Goncharova, Alexandra P. Buzhilova, Natalia Ya Berezina
Summary: Sex determination in the analysis of human remains is more complicated for children than for adults. This study developed a method for sex determination in children's remains by combining genetic analysis, peptide analysis, and morphological features. Discriminant equations were built, resulting in an accuracy of 70-80% in determining sex. The importance of the first permanent molar in sex determination in children was highlighted. However, the applicability of this method is limited by sexual dimorphism and tooth size variation among populations.
VOLGOGRADSKII GOSUDARSTVENNYI UNIVERSITET-VESTNIK-SERIYA 4-ISTORIYA REGIONOVEDENIE MEZHDUNARODNYE OTNOSHENIYA
(2022)
Review
Biology
Ceri Weber, Blanche Capel
Summary: Sex determination is a synthesis of many molecular events that drives a community of cells towards a coordinated tissue fate, even without inherited genetic determinants. Recent studies suggest that epigenetic regulation and temperature can play a significant role in initiating and stabilizing the sex determination pathway. Investigations should focus on cellular processes that can synthesize multiple inputs and drive a coordinated response, rather than a singular regulator of sex determination.
PHILOSOPHICAL TRANSACTIONS OF THE ROYAL SOCIETY B-BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES
(2021)
Review
Medicine, General & Internal
Valentina Carcamo-Espana, Nataly Cuesta Reyes, Paul Flores Saldivar, Eduardo Chimenos-Kustner, Alberto Estrugo Devesa, Jose Lopez-Lopez
Summary: Multiple systems and factors have been described in the literature for assessing the prognosis of teeth with periodontal disease. Clinicians tend to favor implants as the best solution after tooth extraction, but the value of preserving natural teeth should also be considered as they provide proprioception and adapt to functional loads.
JOURNAL OF CLINICAL MEDICINE
(2022)
Article
Cell & Tissue Engineering
S. M. Ziauddin, Misako Nakashima, Hideto Watanabe, Michiyo Tominaga, Koichiro Iohara
Summary: This study compared the stem cell properties and pulp regenerative potential of DT-DPSCs and PT-DPSCs from the same individual. The results showed that DT-DPSCs exhibited higher expression of stem cell markers and angiogenic factors compared to PT-DPSCs. DT-DPSC-derived conditioned medium also promoted increased cell proliferation, migration, and angiogenesis. Furthermore, the regenerated pulp tissues in both DT-DPSCs and PT-DPSCs groups were similar. Therefore, DT-DPSCs could be a potential alternative to PT-DPSCs for pulp regenerative therapy.
STEM CELL RESEARCH & THERAPY
(2022)
Article
Physics, Multidisciplinary
J. M. Zhang, H. F. Song, Y. Liu
Summary: We study the performance of permanent states as approximating functions for bosons, with the aim of developing variational methods based on them. We find that permanent states can well approximate the exact ground state for the one-dimensional Bose-Hubbard model. For a generic model, a greedy algorithm is devised to find the optimal set of single-particle orbitals. It is found that permanent states are effective variational wave functions for bosonic systems.
PHYSICA A-STATISTICAL MECHANICS AND ITS APPLICATIONS
(2022)
Article
Anthropology
Roberta Marino, Viola Tanganelli, Annalisa Pietrobelli, Maria Giovanna Belcastro
Summary: Sex estimation in subadult skeletal remains is challenging, with metric variables not replicating the accuracy of morphological variables proposed by Luna et al. in 2017. Morphology, particularly the retroauricular end of the superior demiface, shows promising results as a reliable sexing technique, especially for prepubescent individuals.
AMERICAN JOURNAL OF PHYSICAL ANTHROPOLOGY
(2021)
Editorial Material
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Deborah Charlesworth
Summary: A recent genome sequencing study has shed light on the unusual sex chromosomes found in some mouse and vole species, furthering our understanding of these puzzling genetic systems.
Review
Medicine, General & Internal
Masafumi Oda, Ikuko Nishida, Manabu Habu, Osamu Takahashi, Hiroki Tsurushima, Taishi Otani, Daigo Yoshiga, Katsura Saeki, Tatsurou Tanaka, Nao Wakasugi-Sato, Shinobu Matsumoto-Takeda, Yutaro Nagasaki, Ikuya Miyamoto, Shinji Kito, Masaaki Sasaguri, Yasuhiro Morimoto
Summary: The gubernaculum tract (GT) is an important structure in tooth eruption, curved or narrow GT may lead to abnormal tooth eruption, odontomas within the GT can inhibit tooth eruption. Radiological studies on the GT are helpful for pathological diagnosis and differentiation of odontogenic and non-odontogenic masses.
JOURNAL OF CLINICAL MEDICINE
(2021)
Article
Automation & Control Systems
Guohai Liu, Rui Guan, Liang Xu
Summary: This article focuses on the electromagnetic vibration analysis of the PMVM and aims to reduce it. The magnetic field and radial force of the PMVM are analyzed using the finite-element method and analytical method. It is found that the 2(nd) radial force at 2f(e) can generate serious electromagnetic vibration. To reduce this vibration, an unequal stator modulated teeth structure is proposed. The proposed PMVM is compared with the original PMVM, showing no influence on electromagnetic performance and a reduction in vibration. Modal and electromagnetic vibration analysis confirm the reduction in electromagnetic vibration. Prototype testing verifies the theoretical and finite-element analysis results.
IEEE TRANSACTIONS ON INDUSTRIAL ELECTRONICS
(2023)
Review
Dentistry, Oral Surgery & Medicine
Manal Matoug-Elwerfelli, Ahmed S. ElSheshtawy, Monty Duggal, Huei J. Tong, Hani Nazzal
Summary: This systematic review evaluated the success of vital pulp treatment (VPT) in managing traumatic dental injuries involving the pulp. Limited evidence from well-conducted clinical studies supported the overall high success of VPT in managing pulpally involved traumatised permanent teeth.
INTERNATIONAL ENDODONTIC JOURNAL
(2022)
Review
Cell Biology
Dixin Cui, Sihan Yu, Xin Zhou, Ying Liu, Lu Gan, Yue Pan, Liwei Zheng, Mian Wan
Summary: Traditional apexification treatment for immature permanent teeth with pulp necrosis may lead to abnormal root morphology and compromised long-term prognosis. Regeneration endodontics procedures (REPs), including both cell-free and cell-based approaches, have shown promising potential in periapical lesion healing and continued root development. However, challenges remain in achieving full regeneration of the pulp-dentin complex.
FRONTIERS IN CELL AND DEVELOPMENTAL BIOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Anthropology
Sandra Lopez-Lazaro, Miguel C. Botella, Inmaculada Aleman, Joan Viciano
Summary: This study explores the relationship between dental enamel hypoplasia and socio-economic status and health conditions in Granada, Spain from the 19th to 20th century. The study finds a relatively high prevalence of affected children and identifies two peaks of occurrence of stressful events related to different historical periods of economic and social crisis. However, the prevalence of enamel hypoplasia does not seem to be associated with the socio-economic status of the families.
ARCHAEOLOGICAL AND ANTHROPOLOGICAL SCIENCES
(2022)
Article
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Carmen Tanga, Marta Remigio, Joan Viciano
Summary: This study explores the causes and mechanisms of the transmission of zoonotic diseases in ancient Roman populations, focusing on the cities of Pompeii and Herculaneum. Factors such as cultural and urban environments, animal species, environmental conditions, commercial activities, food safety controls, waste disposal mechanisms, and religious and cultural practices all contribute to the spread of diseases in these populations.
Article
Anthropology
Ruggero D'Anastasio, Jacopo Cilli, Joan Viciano, Luigi Capasso
Summary: The palaeopathological analysis of Blessed Egidio's remains revealed two lesions in the maxillae, with the right side showing an inflammatory odontogenic cyst and the left side having a non-specific condition. This case represents a rare diagnosis in palaeopathology of ancient populations.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF OSTEOARCHAEOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Ruggero D'Anastasio, Jacopo Cilli, Flavio Bacchia, Federico Fanti, Giacomo Gobbo, Luigi Capasso
Summary: The article provides evidence through microscopic and chemical analysis that combat between Triceratops is possible, and presents new evidence for bone healing and remodelling.
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2022)
Correction
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Ruggero D'Anastasio, Jacopo Cilli, Flavio Bacchia, Federico Fanti, Giacomo Gobbo, Luigi Capasso
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2022)
Review
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Joan Viciano, Sandra Lopez-Lazaro, Carmen Tanga
Summary: This article highlights the importance of teeth in forensic investigations and their role in identifying animals. The strong nature of teeth allows them to provide valuable information about deceased animals, including species identification, sex, age, body size, geographical origin, and post-mortem interval. Dental techniques play a crucial role in the forensic identification process and are valuable for investigating crimes against animals or criminal deaths caused by animals.
Article
Medicine, Legal
Joan Viciano, Iuri Icaro, Carmen Tanga, Domenico Tripodi
Summary: The present study aims to analyze the influence of light settings on age estimation methods. The results indicate that light settings may affect the visual perception of root translucency and thus impact the accuracy of age estimation methods.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF LEGAL MEDICINE
(2023)
Article
Paleontology
Ruggero D'Anastasio, Francesca Monza, Jacopo Cilli, Luigi Capasso
Summary: This study documents skin lesions on a mummified individual from the XIX century, providing insights into historical skin conditions and diseases.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF PALEOPATHOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Archaeology
R. D'Anastasio, L. Arrizza, J. Cilli, L. Capasso
Summary: This article discusses the remains of Blessed Maria Felicia Guggiari Echeverria, the most revered Catholic figure in Paraguay. Her remains consist of a well preserved skeleton, fragments of adipocere, and a solidified brain and cerebellum. Microscopic analysis revealed distinguishable histological structures and chemical analysis confirmed the presence of proteins in the brain. These findings suggest that her brain underwent a process of carbonization, resulting in a reduction in volume and concentration of carbon in low-oxygen conditions. The solidified brain of Blessed Maria Felicia Guggiari Echeverria represents a unique case.
JOURNAL OF ARCHAEOLOGICAL SCIENCE-REPORTS
(2023)
Article
Biology
Iuri Icaro, Inmaculada Aleman, Joan Viciano
Summary: This study uses stable-isotope analysis to investigate the diets of ancient populations in Opi Val Fondillo and Sulmona S. Lucia, Italy, during the Vth and VIth centuries BCE. The analysis of carbon and nitrogen stable isotopes in rib fragments provides insights into dietary habits and environmental changes over time.
Article
Anthropology
Jacopo Cilli, Lucia Borrelli, Ruggero D'Anastasio, Andrea Soricelli, Luigi Capasso
Summary: This is an article about a new case of coccidioidomycosis, an infectious fungal disease, in the Gran Chaco region of Bolivia. The patient was a female individual who died in the 13th century and was found in a sepulchral cave near the city of Ulloma. Radiographic examination showed numerous lytic lesions in her bones, indicating the secondary phase of coccidioidomycosis.
LATIN AMERICAN ANTIQUITY
(2023)
Article
Education & Educational Research
Maria Cristina Fernandez-Laso, Anabel Amores, Joan Viciano
Summary: The growing interest in Criminology degrees can be attributed to the influence of television series on forensic matters. However, this has resulted in a distorted perception of forensic anthropology and dissatisfaction among students regarding course contents. To address this, educational innovation projects using active methodologies, such as Problems Based Learning (PBL), have been implemented to train students in essential areas of this discipline.
ALTERIDAD-REVISTA DE EDUCACION
(2023)
Article
Anatomy & Morphology
Alessio Matarazzo, Ruggero D'Anastasio
Summary: Anthropometry is essential for understanding the relationship between athletes' body morphology and their sports performance. This study presents the anthropometric profiles of Italian national team athletes and sedentary women, showing that height is a selective factor in basketball and artistic gymnastics, while aquatic sports focus on upper body development.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MORPHOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Medicine, Legal
A. Amores-Ampuero, J. Viciano
Summary: Sex estimation is crucial for personal identification in archaeological and medicolegal contexts. This study aimed to assess the sexual dimorphism of cervical and thoracic vertebrae and develop logistic regression equations for sex estimation using metric data. The results showed that the first cervical vertebra can be used for sex diagnosis when other sexually dimorphic anatomical regions are not available. The developed equations achieved accuracy rates between 80.0% and 92.5%.
AUSTRALIAN JOURNAL OF FORENSIC SCIENCES
(2022)
