Sentences with phrase «small body of research»

Despite increasing evidence for an early vs late - onset distinction, a small body of research suggests there is also heterogeneity within juvenile - onset groups as a function of whether the child was prepubertal or postpubertal at onset.

The current study makes an important contribution to the small body of research exploring the mental health of Aboriginal children.

A small body of research has found that families who participated in a home visiting program when their children were young may continue to benefit through their children's adolescence.

A small body of research has indicated that neutering can have adverse health effects for certain dog breeds.

Our study adds to a small body of research showing that textbooks differ considerably in their effectiveness.

While much more research is needed to understand the effectiveness of virtual schooling for students in K — 12, the small body of research available points to no significant differences in student performance in online courses versus face - to - face learning.

A small body of research exists to guide practice.

The reports concludes with: «The small body of research focused on the effectiveness of K12 virtual schooling programs supports findings of similar studies on online courses offered in higher education.

«A small body of research» shows thoughts and behaviors play a role in SAD, Rohan said, and cognitive behavioral therapy puts «the person in the driver's seat» in facing depression and gives patients a sense of agency and control.

A small body of research that includes animal and cell - culture studies, however, shows that some of them can bind to hormone receptors.

That small body of research suggests that, while it takes sex to have a child, a child can have a disruptive effect on parents» sex life,» said Peter Gray, associate professor of anthropology at University of Nevada, Las Vegas.

According to a systematic review, a small body of research suggests that treatment may be associated with mother - reported improvements in breastfeeding, but the studies are small, short - term, and rely on inconsistent methodology.

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It is also clear from the very large body of research on the risks of formula that «it is better for a baby to drink breastmilk which has a small amount of alcohol in it, than have a bottle of formula» (Australian Breastfeeding Association, 2013).

A growing body of scientific research suggests that small amounts of BPA may leach into foods or beverages stored in polycarbonate containers, especially when the contents are acidic, high in fat, or heated.

To figure out what is the best body wash for men, we researched some of the old, classic brands and some new smaller ones you might not know about.

The research centres on miRNAs, small molecules that have an important role in turning genes on and off in different parts of the body.

Prior scrutiny of the typical star Gliese 876 had rustled up two Jupiter - size companions, and further research revealed a third body, dubbed Gliese 876 d, pegged at 7.5 Earth - masses — the smallest - mass exoplanet then known.

Dr Matthew Hobbs, Head of Research for Diabetes UK, said: «We know that preserving or restoring even relatively small levels of insulin secretion in Type 1 diabetes can prevent hypoglycaemia (low glucose levels) and reduce complications and therefore much research has focused on ways to make new cells that can be transplanted into tResearch for Diabetes UK, said: «We know that preserving or restoring even relatively small levels of insulin secretion in Type 1 diabetes can prevent hypoglycaemia (low glucose levels) and reduce complications and therefore much research has focused on ways to make new cells that can be transplanted into tresearch has focused on ways to make new cells that can be transplanted into the body.

Building upon their earlier research on the biology of fat metabolism, Joslin scientists discovered that microRNAs - small RNA molecules that play important roles in regulation in many types of tissue — play a major role in the distribution and determination of fat cells and whole body metabolism.

Another investigator, Prof. Junichi Haruyama of Institute of Space and Aeronautical Science, Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency, mentioned the significance of this research, saying, «A smaller celestial body like the Moon cools faster than a larger one like the Earth does.

The research is part of the Measurements of 11 Asteroids and Comets Using Herschel (MACH - 11) program, which used Herschel to look at small bodies that have been or will be visited by spacecraft, including the targets of NASA's previous Deep Impact mission and upcoming Origins Spectral Interpretation Resource Identification Security Regolith Explorer (OSIRIS - Rex).

The research team has been using NMR — a technique related to the one used in MRI body scanners and capable of visualising molecules at the smallest scales — to examine how small components of herpes virus help it to multiply by binding themselves with other large molecules; this produced images of a monkey herpes virus protein interacting with mouse cellular protein and viral RNA.

A small but growing body of research suggests that some men with strong homophobic attitudes may be gay themselves, and that homophobia itself may signal other mental issues.

Lead researcher Ann Aschengrau, professor of epidemiology at BUSPH, said the study findings support a small body of prior research indicating that PCE exposure may impact placental function and fetal growth.

Funding organizations (i.e., funding bodies, groups of funders (for small funders), companies) investing more than 10 million USD over 5 years in rare disease research

Our research will contribute to a better mechanistic understanding of the microbes that live in our body, leading to the discovery of druggable small molecules, new targets for antibacterial therapy and beneficial bacterial strains that can be employed for intervention therapies.

New scientific research has revealed how a small part of the brain singlehandedly steadies the body if it is thrown off balance.

New research from Columbia neuroscientists shows how a small part of the brain single - handedly steadies the body if it is thrown off balance.

From the smallest microbe to the largest dinosaurs and from the tiniest spore to the biggest giant sequoia, biological research continues to uncover weird and wonderful secrets of the creatures with whom we share the planet with — and could soon extend to the study of life on bodies in the solar system beyond our home.

CAMBRIDGE, Mass. (Sept. 23, 1999)-- Scientists at the Whitehead Institute for Biomedical Research and Millennium Pharmaceuticals, Inc. have identified a protein in the small intestine that plays a key role in the uptake of dietary fat into the body.

Research shows that by savouring a small portion of the ultimate option, the body and brain are satisfied more than wolfing down lower cal fare.

Since they are only made in small amounts in the body, much of the research I've read suggests that it is beneficial to consume them from dietary sources as well.

By the end of your workout, you've managed to create a small burst of growth hormone that research shows will raise IGF - 1, forcing your body to burn fat for energy and the HG hormone will stay in your system for the next 90 - 120 minutes.

A small but growing body of research on our gut tenants suggests that hacking your microbiome can not only improve the digestive process, but also contribute to a laundry list of ancillary health benefits.

Based on more than 20 years of research, the Oncoblot Test can detect 27 types of cancer in your body, as small as the size of a pin head!

Related to the above research, another group compared the body's use of leucine with subjects either given small hourly meals or three separate meals.

Note: Because significant research has proven that our body (or gut) can only absorb small quantities of Creatine at a time, I cut way back on the amount that I was taking.

He warned that there is a «small but growing body of research suggesting there could be a down side to overindulging in them.»

I think we've all heard the common rule a lot of fitness experts stand by which is to eat 5 - 6 small meals a day and make sure to eat every 2.5 - 3 hours in order to properly nourish your body and keep your metabolism up, however, there has been a lot of recent research proving that's not necessary and that might just be one big myth.

Recent developments in CBD research states that there is a growing body of evidence through small non-human trials that shows CBD in conjunction with THC that may slow the progress of Parkinson's disease.

A small but growing body of research has investigated the effects of release.

Despite the challenges of isolating the impact of school desegregation on student achievement, a small but growing body of research provides valuable evidence on the relationship between segregation policies and students» academic and social outcomes.

The AFT claims that charter schools are more racially homogeneous than district schools, citing research that makes much of very small differences (normally less than 10 percent) between charter and nearby district school student bodies.

In 2007 and 2008, the research summarized in this article added to this body of work by determining expenditures associated with a variety of services in high schools in three districts: District 1 is a small western district with one comprehensive high school; District 2 is a midsize eastern district with 10 comprehensive high schools; and District 3 is a midsize western district with six high schools, each divided into small learning communities.

Michael Klonsky, of the University of Illinois (Chicago) College of Education says, «A compelling body of research shows that when students are part of smaller and more intimate learning communities, they are more successful.»

«Not surprisingly,» he argued, «AIR took a traditional approach, gathering the relatively small body of published research on the programs as its evidence of effectiveness.

In their sheer volume, reviews of the small body of empirical work on school vouchers are beginning to eclipse the research literature itself.

For these and other reasons, an extensive body of research suggests that small schools and small learning communities have the following significant advantages: • Increased student performance, along with a reduction in the achievement gap and dropout rate • A more positive school climate, including safer schools, more active student engagement, fewer disciplinary infractions, and less truancy • A more personalized learning environment in which students have the opportunity to form meaningful relationships with both adults and peers • More opportunities for teachers to gather together in professional learning communities that enhance teaching and learning • Greater parent involvement and satisfaction • Cost - efficiency Ultimately, creating successful small learning communities and small schools at the middle level increases the chances for students to be successful in high school and beyond.

A small but growing body of research has been conducted on the impact of residencies on teacher recruitment, teacher retention, and student achievement.

While many believe that gifted LGBTQ students are a small minority of the overall school population, according to an emerging body of research (Friedrichs, 1997; Treat, 2008), the population of gay, lesbian, and bisexual students may be much higher than previously realized.