Browsing Bergen Open Research Archive by Journals "Heliyon"
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Efficient extraction of small microplastic particles from rat feed and feces for quantification
(Journal article; Peer reviewed, 2023)To date, microplastic is ubiquitously encountered in the environment. Studies analyzing microplastic in terrestrial ecosystems, including animal feces and feed, are few. Microplastic quantification method validation and ... -
Evaluating teacher multilingualism across contexts and multiple languages: validation and insights
(Journal article; Peer reviewed, 2020)In response to the need for quantitative instruments that can provide insights into language teacher multilingualism on a large scale, this article discusses the development of the MULTITEACH questionnaire via a five-stage ... -
First and second-order models for the vortex length in cylinder-on-cone cyclones based on large-eddy simulations
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2020)The common design of cyclone separators is the cylinder–on–cone design, and the conical shape has a strong effect on the behavior of the vortex core low in the cyclone. The “vortex length” is the distance between the lip ... -
Illness perception in children with cerebral palsy, a longitudinal cohort study
(Journal article; Peer reviewed, 2021)Background The perception of a disorder could be of importance both in problem solving behaviors, and in the emotional approach towards a disorder. Aims In this paper, we wanted to assess changes in illness perception ... -
Is stunting in children under five associated with the state of vegetation in the Democratic Republic of the Congo? Secondary analysis of Demographic Health Survey data and the satellite-derived leaf area index
(Journal article; Peer reviewed, 2023)Background The prevalence of stunting in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) is one of the highest globally. However, only a few studies have attempted to measure the association between stunting and vegetation, ... -
Kinetic and oligomeric study of Leishmania braziliensis nicotinate/ nicotinamide mononucleotide adenylyltransferase
(Journal article; Peer reviewed, 2020)Nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide (NAD) is an essential coenzyme involved in REDOX reactions and oxidative stress defense systems. Furthermore, NAD is used as substrate by proteins that regulate essential cellular functions ... -
A novel poly-oxygenated flavone glucoside from aerial parts of the Brazilian plant Neoglaziovia variegata (Bromeliaceae)
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2019)Neoglaziovia variegata is endemic to northeastern Brazil. The drought resistant plant produces edible fruits and is used as a fibre plant by rural communities in the Caatinga region where a variety of products are made ... -
Reduced grey- and white matter volumes due to unilateral hearing loss following treatment for vestibular schwannoma
(Journal article; Peer reviewed, 2020)Objective Previous studies of the consequences of unilateral hearing loss (UHL) on the functional-structural organization of the brain has included subjects with various degrees of UHL. We suggest that the consequences ...