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Preparation of Herbal Medicine: Er-Xian Decoction and Er-Xian-containing Serum for In Vivo and In Vitro Experiments
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2017
Here, we present the preparation of an er-xian decoction (EXD) in four steps—soaking, decoction, filtration, and concentration—and demonstrate the administration of a prepared EXD-containing serum to rats. These methods are applicable to the in vivo and in vitro study of herbal decoctions such as traditional Chinese medicines.
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Automating Tumor Implantation in Zebrafish Larvae for Cancer Research and Medicine
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2025
Here, we present a detailed protocol for automated tumor xenograft implantation into zebrafish larvae using a state-of-the-art robotic injection system. Furthermore, we present injection videos and validation data demonstrating the system's successful performance.
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Microorganisms in Medicine and Therapeutics
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2026
Microorganisms play a fundamental role in vaccine development, gene therapy, and therapeutic production. Their biological properties are harnessed to advance medicine and public health. Beyond immunization, microorganisms contribute to gut health, antibiotic synthesis, and genetic disease treatment.Live Attenuated and Inactivated VaccinesLive attenuated vaccines, such as the measles, mumps, and rubella (MMR) vaccine, utilize weakened forms of pathogens to closely resemble natural infections.
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Integration by Parts: Indefinite Integrals
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2026
Integration by parts is a fundamental technique in calculus for evaluating integrals involving the product of two functions. It is particularly useful when direct integration is not feasible. The method is based on the product rule for differentiation, which states that the derivative of a product equals the derivative of the first function times the second, plus the first function times the derivative of the second. By integrating this identity and rearranging terms, the integration by parts...
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Localized RNAi and Ectopic Gene Expression in the Medicinal Leech
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2008
In this video, we show a procedure for an accurate biolistic delivery of reagents into live tissue with a novel miniature gene gun. We are knocking down the expression of the axon guidance molecule Netrin in leech embryos by delivering molecules of dsRNA into the ventral body wall and ganglia of single segments.
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A whole-person assessment broadens clinical reasoning beyond biological symptoms. Clinicians consider behavioral patterns, social circumstances, and environmental influences that may affect health, then use those factors to shape an individualized plan. This matters because the same symptom or diagnosis may require different combinations of conventional treatment, self-management support, and nonpharmacologic strategies.
Interaction review helps clinicians weigh complementary approaches alongside medications or procedures rather than treating them as isolated choices. The assessment considers potential benefits, risks, and compatibility with standard care. This process supports safer treatment selection and helps ensure that an added approach fits the patient’s existing medical plan and individual needs.
Shared decision-making makes the patient an active participant in selecting therapies. Clinicians and patients can discuss available options, expected benefits, possible risks, and how an approach fits personal needs or preferences. This collaboration is especially relevant when choosing among medications, procedures, lifestyle changes, or complementary strategies that may support self-management.
Matching begins with the patient’s health needs and the factors influencing those needs, including biological, behavioral, social, and environmental considerations. The care team can then determine whether options such as nutrition, mindfulness, physical activity, or acupuncture are appropriate alongside conventional treatment. Benefits, risks, and possible interactions remain central to the selection.
A care plan may combine standard medical treatment with selected nonpharmacologic or complementary measures, while also encouraging prevention and self-management. Depending on patient needs, this could include medication or a procedure together with nutrition guidance, mindfulness, physical activity, or acupuncture. Coordinating these elements helps keep treatment focused rather than fragmented.
It is relevant when care needs to address more than a disease process alone, including symptoms, daily behaviors, social conditions, environmental influences, and quality of life. In medicine, the framework can support symptom relief and prevention while strengthening therapeutic relationships. Its coordinated approach is also useful when several types of care must work together.