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The mammalian uterus plays a central role in the reproductive process. During pregnancy the organ undergoes a process of remodelling that is not restricted to a change in volume; its behaviour transitions from relative quiescence to regular contraction. This progression is incom…

Astrocytes maintain ion and neurotransmitter homeostasis within the central nervous system. They do so by expressing channels, receptors and transporters such as excitatory amino acid transporters (EAATs) along their highly ramified arbours. EAATs are well known to be glutamate …

It goes without saying that the necessity and utility of knots in our everyday lives is crucial. Humanity used them to symbolise religious beliefs (endless knot in Buddhism) and countless forms of art throughout history (Roman mosaics, Celtic art etc). However, we know them bett…

Visible/near-infrared reflectance and mid-infrared emission spectroscopy are broadly used to detect the composition and physical properties of planetary surfaces. Qualitative identification and quantitative extraction of the mineralogical distribution, type, abundance, and physi…

Over the past decade, tremendous attention has been dedicated to the issue of sustainability and serviceability of the infrastructure in the context of climate change. A large proportion of the existing infrastructure is already in an advanced state of deterioration, which is ex…