Sentences with phrase «eyes functioning as»

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Using an eye in a partially functioning manner is not the same as blinding yourself and causing the inability to see.

Missionaries were heroic figures in our eyes, and, unlike today, when they often function as little more than ecclesiastical social workers, their animating purpose was to win souls for Christ.

See Colin's post above for more about what telescopes and microscopes can show us, as well as what can be seen by the unaided eye plus a properly functioning mind.

They function as the unheralded eyes and ears of the episcopate in the multicultural and marginal societies.

I feel a certain amount of confidence that the scientific description of the functioning of the eye won't remain as it is for long.

One that pops into mind is the show dog, whose primary function is to be on display as a celebrity to attract eyes so that the congregation can share in the celebrity status.

Lutein studies report that 10 milligrams of lutein from supplements or dietary sources improves visual function and can help reduce the risk of developing certain eye conditions as you age.

Medical research has shown that palm oil can improve blood circulation, reduce high blood pressure, protect against heart disease, block cancer, improve blood sugar control, calm inflammation, support healthy lung and liver function, strengthen bones and teeth, improve eye health, boost immune function, and protect against mental deterioration, such as Alzheimer's and Parkinson's disease.

Spinach - A very nutrient - dense food - Loaded with flavonoids which act as antioxidants, protecting the body from free radicals - Helps keep the heart healthy - May slow the age - related decline in brain function - Its lutein protects against eye diseases such as age - related cataracts and macular degeneration

When you are that sleep deprived and can't function during the day, can't keep your eyes open because they are trying to shut, have a constant headaches, can't concentrate, etc, you not doing a good job as a parent or as a human being.

These little hanging toys give your baby something to look at; this not only serves as a play function but will also help your child learn how to focus while strengthening their eye sight.

As hand - eye coordination improves, your baby will explore objects in greater detail, also learning their functions: you use a brush on your hair, you talk on the telephone.

These four vitamins boost your baby from top to bottom, promoting healthy brain and nerve development, as well as proper functioning and development of the eyes, skin and immune system.

This new study of non-military, civilian trauma patients visiting the emergency department builds on recent research conducted by Dr. Samadani, supported through the Cohen Veterans Center, which found that the use of this novel eye - tracking technology could reveal edema, or swelling, in the brain as a potential biomarker for assessing brain function and monitoring recovery in people with head injuries.

Recent work also shows that some plants, such as the cabbage and mustard relative Arabidopsis, make proteins that are involved in the development and functioning of eyespots — the ultrabasic eyes found in some single - celled organisms such as green algae.

Most people think of vision as simply a function of information the eye gathers — what the eye alone sees.

«Eye degeneration can be seen as «collateral damage»,» as the birds adapt to their «nocturnal, lightless niche in which normal, functioning eyes are not necessary», says Stanley Sessions at Hartwick College in Oneonta, New York.

The results could suggest that a history of minor but repeated blows to the head can result in compensatory changes to the brain as it relates to eye movement function.

Such rules include perspective (parallel lines appear to converge in the distance), stereopsis (our left and right eyes receive horizontally displaced images of the same object, resulting in the perception of depth), occlusion (objects near us occlude objects farther away), shading, chiaroscuro (the contrast of an object as a function of the position of the light source) and sfumato (the feeling of depth created by the interplay of in - and out - of - focus elements in an image as well as from the level of transparency of the atmosphere itself).

As far as the vertebrate / mollusk eye is concerned, intermediate, functioning stages have existed in nature, which is also an illustration of the many varieties and peculiarities of eye constructioAs far as the vertebrate / mollusk eye is concerned, intermediate, functioning stages have existed in nature, which is also an illustration of the many varieties and peculiarities of eye constructioas the vertebrate / mollusk eye is concerned, intermediate, functioning stages have existed in nature, which is also an illustration of the many varieties and peculiarities of eye construction.

Cryptochromes are photoactive pigments in the eye that have been proposed to function as circadian photopigments.

Histamine may be best known for its role in provoking sneezing and itchy eyes during allergy season, but it also functions as a neurotransmitter in the brain.

These networks of radio telescopes use sophisticated computer and communication technology called very long baseline interferometry (VLBI) to function as single continent spanning telescopes - the greatest eyes - on - the - sky ever created.

So desirable is the zebrafish as a scientific model that the National Institutes of Health recently launched the NIH Zebrafish Initiative Website, offering funding for studies of cancer, cardiovascular, blood and pulmonary diseases, eye development and disease, gene function, circadian rhythms, aging, longevity, immune system development and function, addiction, hearing, balance, smell and taste.

The fishes» oxygen release system became even more efficient over the ensuing 150 - 270 million years, when it was necessary to deliver large amounts to organs such as the eye — which requires very large O2 loads to function well and avoid vision cell death — and which was essential to seeing clearly under water, to hunt or avoid predators.

In the newest of the centers, the COBRE for Central Nervous System Function, Brown psychologist Dima Amso uses eye tracking and «smart playroom» technology to assess the visual and cognitive development of children as young as just a few months.

Inclusion Criteria: • Availability of tumor tissue for mesothelin expression testing • Histologically - confirmed, mesothelin - expressing metastatic or advanced non-metastatic disease (tumour type specific inclusion criteria) • At least one measurable lesion according to either Response Evaluation Criteria in Solid Tumors (RECIST) 1.1 or International Thymic Malignancy Interest Group (ITMIG) modified RECIST 1.1 as applicable • Adequate bone marrow, liver, renal and coagulation function • Left ventricular ejection fraction (LVEF) ≥ 50 % of the lower limit of normal (LLN) according to local institutional ranges • Eastern Cooperative Oncology Group (ECOG) 0 or 1 Exclusion Criteria: • More than one prior anti - tubulin / microtubule agent • Corneal epitheliopathy or any eye disorder that may predispose the patients to this condition • Symptomatic Central nervous system (CNS) metastases and / or carcinomatous meningitis • Contraindication to both CT and MRI contrast agents • Active hepatitis B or C infection • Pregnant or breast - feeding patients • Tumor type specific exclusion criteria

Investigates the genetics underlying normal retinal development and function as well as pathways leading to human eye disease.

Nevertheless, the burst properties reported in this study strongly support the idea that the deeper layers of the SC act as an optimal controller: the systematic organization of peak firing rates and burst durations as function of saccade amplitude along the motor map, the synchronous change in firing rate of recruited cells in the population, and the shaping of the temporal burst profile of a given cell with the currently planned saccade, all contribute to the generation of straight eye - movement trajectories with optimal kinematics.

In particular he has worked on finding disease loci for major eye malformations: identifying the major cause as heterozygous, de novo, loss - of - function mutations in SOX2.

However, recent evidence indicates that apoE4 expression compromises the blood - brain barrier (as does apoE deficiency).40 Studies of brain histology, neurodegenerative markers, cholinergic activity, and neuronal function in knockout mice have been equivocal.39 Failure of detailed neurocognitive and retinal studies to demonstrate defects in our patient suggests either that the functions of apoE in the brain and eye are not critical or that they can be fulfilled by a surrogate protein.

WHY: To function well, our bodies need about eight hours of sleep every night, and the first visible signs of sleep deprivation usually show as dark circles and bags under the eyes, as well as dull or drawn looking skin.

Bone development, heart rate regularity, heart health, eye health, digestive health, mental health, and for working together with other nutrients such as vitamins and enzymes, making minerals responsible to carry out many chemical reactions and other functions of the body.

As with most muscles, there is more than meets the eye when it comes to the function of the piriformis.

Lutein is primarily known for its role as a pigment in the human eye, where it is thought to function as a light filter, helping to protect the eyes against damage from sunlight.

These ingredients are designed to work synergistically rather than individually, and are suggested in published scientific literature to effectively address the inflammatory process responsible for most dry eye syndrome, as well as enhancing and restoring function to the glands involved in all three layers of the tear film.

As vegans, we have to be far more mindful of what our body requires to function at a high level - and in my eyes, creatine is high on that list.

They're also loaded with heart - healthy phytosterols and eye - sight - protecting carotenoids, as well as goji's unique polysaccharides, which are responsible for improved immune system function.

It plays a large part in your normal functions, such as lubricating your joints and eyes, keeping your skin healthy by eliminating toxins, and facilitating proper digestion.

Eye Health Advanced's main driver lutein plays a critical role in the maintenance of normal visual function by acting as a potent antioxidant, thus protecting the eyes from damage caused by light - induced free radicals.

Here are some of the benefits Liver Balance Plus users report: 93 % reduced stress 92 % higher energy 89 % mood elevation 89 % feeling calmer and more relaxed 85 % reduced or no headaches 83 % less muscle or joint pain 82 % eye or vision improvement 80 % relief from skin irritation 76 % enhanced mental clarity 74 % less congested (sinus and chest) 50 % improvement with skin conditions such as age spots, improved repair of liver dysfunction, relief from constipation, improved gall bladder function, faster healing, stronger immune system, and overall improved state of health.

Together with the existing vitamins, antioxidants, key amino acids, minerals, bioflavonoids such as quercetin, lutein and zeaxanthin, and extracts of Ginkgo and bilberry, these nutrients offer superior support to the structural integrity and function of the eye.

Amla enhances food absorption, balances stomach acid, fortifies the liver, nourishes the brain and mental functioning, supports the heart, strengthens the lungs, regulates elimination of free radicals, enhances fertility, helps the urinary system, increases skin health, promotes healthier hair, acts as a body coolant, flushes out toxins, increases vitality, strengthens eyes, improves muscle tone and, acts as an antioxidant.

Remember to use a primer before applying the eye shades so they stay set and do not fade away as the function goes on.

Whether you're headed to a casual event or a formal function, this subtly glam, tie - as - you - like choker is just the thing to ensure all eyes are on you.

«Fading Gigolo» actually functions as something of a statement on Allen's persona - onscreen and off - as it has been understood in the public eye.

Because of this eye - popping coincidence, he is tapped, as a cautionary decoy, to fill in for Mitchell while he exits a public function.

There are plenty of young actresses out there who could tear the role of Jennifer to shreds (in a good way), but instead, it falls upon the thin and pretty Fox, whose societal function as eye - candy continues here.

What's even odder is that the Wachowskis think their bug - eyed Grand Prix hoo - ha functions as a fable about the importance of family.

The film, set in a San Francisco waterfront saloon, is told in a helter skelter fashion, as Cagney (who remains seated through almost the entire picture) functions as the calm, controlling eye of the human... read more