Rare Neuroendocrine Malignancy: Case Report on MCC, its Pathogenesis and Risk Factors.

 MCC is a rare, aggressive, neuroendocrine cutaneous malignancy with a propensity for both lymphatic and haematogenous spread.1,2 The pathogenesis of MCC, whilst still under investigation, has been attributed to two independent pathways.3,4 Firstly, the presence of Merkel Cell polyomavirus [MCPyV] inducing gene mutations, particularly in immunosuppressed individuals.5 Secondly, cumulative UV damage in chronically sun-exposed … Read more

Using Gassystem1 with Android

 package com.example.kingsman.gassystem1; import android.app.DatePickerDialog; import android.app.TimePickerDialog; import android.icu.util.Calendar; import android.support.v7.app.AppCompatActivity; import android.os.Bundle; import android.view.View; import android.widget.AdapterView; import android.widget.ArrayAdapter; import android.widget.Button; import android.widget.DatePicker; import android.widget.Spinner; import android.widget.TextView; import android.widget.TimePicker; import android.text.format.DateFormat; import android.widget.Toast; import android.content.Intent; import com.firebase.client.DataSnapshot; import com.firebase.client.Firebase; import com.firebase.client.FirebaseError; import com.firebase.client.ValueEventListener; import com.pusher.pushnotifications.PushNotifications; import java.text.SimpleDateFormat; import java.util.Date; import java.text.DecimalFormat; import java.text.NumberFormat; public class … Read more

The History and Impact of Mechanical Harvesters

 1. Introduction The history of mechanical harvesters and their importance are often overlooked in today’s society, not being as glamorous as other technological improvements in the engineering and horticultural/agricultural world it is non the less the most important.   Sprouting from humble beginnings the concept of mechanically picking and processing a plant in an efficient … Read more

Secrets of the Industrial Revolution: the Momentous Changes of Big Era 6

 Q1 First, human societies and the networks that connected them became much more complex.A second major development was theColumbian Exchange of plants, animals, and microorganisms between Afroeurasia and the Americas. It followed the success of European sea captains in permanently linking the two hemispheres.A third change was the emergence of a truly global economy. … Read more

Taste History: A Journey Through Authentic Vietnamese Pho

 Although it is found, and adored, almost everywhere in the West, Vietnamese pho is indeed considered authentic Vietnamese cuisine, and even the national dish of Vietnam. One aspect that makes pho so satisfying to the soul is the hours of careful preparation involved. The rich, complex flavors of savory beef broth and sweet, harmonious … Read more

Many Carbon: The Element Used in Many Industries

 Carbon – Elements in Industry Introduction Carbon is used in a variety of ways in many industries. Coal, which is made up of carbon, is a really good example of the uses of carbon in industries. Carbon itself is a very versatile element, it makes up coal and diamonds, probably the last materials you’d … Read more

NAFTA Termination: Impacts on The US, Mexico, and Canada

 The United States and Mexico have been having an ongoing policy regarding trade with one another. There have been many concerns about whether having a trade policy with Mexico has been beneficial to the United States or not. NAFTA (North American Free Trade Agreement) is one of the most dominant agreement not only between … Read more