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Application of an assay Cascade methodology for a deep preclinical characterization of polymeric nanoparticles as a treatment for gliomas
(Drug Delivery, 2018-02-07)Glioblastoma multiforme (GBM) is the most devastating primary brain tumor due to its infiltrating and diffuse growth characteristics, a situation compounded by the lack of effective treatments. Currently, ... -
The influence of contextual variables on individual set-pieces in elite rink hockey
(International Journal of Performance Analysis in Sport, Volume 21, 2021 - Issue 3, 2021-02)The main objective of this research was to analyse the match context variables’ influence on individual set-piece’s success in rink-hockey. A sample of 196 matches, including 621 free direct hits (FDH) ... -
Muscle activation in suspension training: a systematic review
(Sports Biomechanics, 19(1), 55–75, 2018-06)Suspension training is an adjunct to traditional strength and conditioning. The effect of added instability on muscle activation during traditional exercises is unclear and depends on the exercise and ... -
A comparison between predetermined and self-selected approaches in resistance training: effects on power performance and psychological outcomes among elite youth athletes
(PeerJ, 2020, 8:e10361, 2020-11)Background. The aim of this study was to investigate if choice over resistance training exercise order affects motor performance and psychological outcomes among elite youth hockey players. Methods. ... -
Predicting the Unknown and the Unknowable. Are Anthropometric Measures and Fitness Profile Associated with the Outcome of a Simulated CrossFit® Competition?
(International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, 2021, 18, 3692, 2021-04)The main objective of this research was to find associations between the outcome of a simulated CrossFit® competition, anthropometric measures, and standardized fitness tests. Ten experienced male ... -
Analysis of the Individual Set-Pieces Influence on the Teams’ Ranking in Rink Hockey
(Journal of Human Kinetics, Vol. 79 (2021), p. 229-236, 2021-07)The main objective of this research was to analyze the individual set-pieces influence on the final season ranking in rink hockey. For this purpose, 6,920 individual set-pieces from 1,680 matches ... -
Assessing the Magnitude and Direction of Asymmetry in Unilateral Jump and Change of Direction Speed Tasks in Youth Female Team-Sport Athletes
(Journal of Human Kinetics, Vol. 79 (2021), p. 15-27, 2021-07)The direction of inter-limb asymmetries and the change of direction (COD) deficit are two aspects that have increased in recent years. The main objective of the present study was to assess the magnitude ... -
sEMG Activity in Superimposed Vibration on Suspended Supine Bridge and Hamstring Curl
(Frontiers in Physiology, 2021, 12:712471, 2021-08)Traditionally in strength and conditioning environments, vibration has been transmitted using platforms, barbells, dumbbells, or cables but not suspension devices. This study aimed to examine the ... -
Superimposed vibration on suspended push-ups
(PeerJ, 2022, 10:e14435, 2022-11)Background. Superimposition of vibration has been proposed in sports training using several devices and methods to enhance muscle activation and strength adaptations. Due to the popularity of suspension ... -
Anti‐vascular endothelial growth factor for proliferative diabetic retinopathy
(Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews, 2023, núm. 3, Art. No.: CD008721, 2023-03)BackgroundProliferative diabetic retinopathy (PDR) is an advanced complication of diabetic retinopathy that can cause blindness. It consists of thepresence of new vessels in the retina and vitreous ... -
Culture as a component of the hospitality product
(International Cultural Tourism, 2005)Present the most important consumer trends observed and outline the major characteristics of cultural tourist behaviour. -
Percepción y expectativas de los profesionales de la comunicación antes y después de la pandemia de la COVID-19
(Comunicació. Revista de recerca i d'anàlisi, vol. 41, núm. 1, 2024, 2024)El sector de la comunicación ha sufrido una radical transformación en los últimos tiempos. En este artículo exponemos los resultados de una encuesta de carácter anual con una muestra acumulada (n = ... -
Fu Manchu and the characterization of the Chinese as yellow peril in Spain
(Brazilian Journal of Development, vol. 9, núm. 12, 2023, 2023)This article traces the Chinese characters presented as the anti-Western threat in Spanish culture, namely the Yellow Peril discourse, which has not received adequate attention from the academia. Since ... -
Confession and Confusion: Misinformation about Religion in the Journalistic Sphere
(Societies, vol. 14, núm. 6, 2024, 2024)The media often limit religious coverage to reporting on statements, appointments, opinions, and activities, ignoring in-depth treatment and emphasizing negative news. Media, rather than helping to ... -
Neighbourhood social capital and obesity: a systematic review of the literature
(Obesity Reviews, 2019, 20(1): 119-141, 2018-12)Social capital, defined as the resources accessed by individuals and groups through social connections, has been posited to be a social determinant of obesity. However, empirical evidence for this ... -
Understanding undergraduates' work values as a tool to reduce organizational turnover
(Education + Training, 2022-05-14)The purpose of this research paper is to provide with a strategic approach to reduce organizational turnover by identifying undergraduates' work values. In order to do so, the research undertook two ... -
Social influences on adolescents’ dietary behavior in Catalonia, Spain: A qualitative multiple-cases study from the perspective of social capital
(Appetite, 2018, 123: 289-298, 2018-01)Adolescence has been referred to as the last best chance to prevent adult non-communicable diseases. Gaining further evidence on the psychosocial determinants of health behaviors, particularly the impact ... -
Educación en transición: experiencias y propuestas para un mundo cambiante
(Educación en transición: experiencias y propuestas para un mundo cambiante, 2024-04-01)Una sociedad cambiante como la actual requiere de nuevas prácticas educativas que se adecuen a las necesidades e intereses de la ciudadanía. Asimismo, la complejidad de la realidad social actual ha hecho ... -
Ocio educativo e igualdad de oportunidades: Una revisión de experiencias en el Estado español desde la perspectiva de la inclusión
(Educació social. Revista d’intervenció socioeducativa, 2024, núm. 83, pàg. 101-122, 2024-04-01)Partiendo de la conceptualización del ocio educativo y la capacidad del mismo para actuar como espacio educativo que favorece la igualdad de oportunidades, desde una perspectiva de desarrollo integral ... -
Actualización del relato de Navidad en forma de belén social. Posibilidades y límites
(Revista de antropología experimental, Nº. 24, 2024 (Ejemplar dedicado a: Antropología Experimental), págs. 191-206, 2024-03-02)El artículo analiza los comentarios que suscitó un nacimiento de carácter social instalado en la Plaça de la Vila de Vilanova i la Geltrú (Barcelona) el año 2021. Se utilizó una metodología inductiva ...