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  1. Article ; Online: Lithium for the 2019 novel coronavirus.

    Gómez-Bernal, Germán

    Medical hypotheses

    2020  Volume 142, Page(s) 109822

    MeSH term(s) Animals ; Antiviral Agents/pharmacology ; Antiviral Agents/therapeutic use ; Betacoronavirus ; COVID-19 ; Chlorocebus aethiops ; Coronavirus/drug effects ; Coronavirus Infections/drug therapy ; Coronavirus Infections/epidemiology ; Humans ; Lithium/pharmacology ; Lithium/therapeutic use ; Pandemics ; Pneumonia, Viral/drug therapy ; Pneumonia, Viral/epidemiology ; Porcine epidemic diarrhea virus/drug effects ; SARS-CoV-2 ; Vero Cells
    Chemical Substances Antiviral Agents ; Lithium (9FN79X2M3F)
    Keywords covid19
    Language English
    Publishing date 2020-05-07
    Publishing country United States
    Document type Letter
    ZDB-ID 193145-3
    ISSN 1532-2777 ; 0306-9877
    ISSN (online) 1532-2777
    ISSN 0306-9877
    DOI 10.1016/j.mehy.2020.109822
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  2. Article ; Online: Unraveling plant-pollinator interactions from a south-west Andean forest in Colombia.

    Becoche-Mosquera, Jorge Mario / Gomez-Bernal, Luis German / Zambrano-Gonzalez, Giselle / Angulo-Ortiz, David

    PeerJ

    2023  Volume 11, Page(s) e16133

    Abstract: Background: Loss of biological connectivity increases the vulnerability of ecological dynamics, thereby affecting processes such as pollination. Therefore, it is important to understand the roles of the actors that participate in these interaction ... ...

    Abstract Background: Loss of biological connectivity increases the vulnerability of ecological dynamics, thereby affecting processes such as pollination. Therefore, it is important to understand the roles of the actors that participate in these interaction networks. Nonetheless, there is a significant oversight regarding the main actors in the pollination networks within the highly biodiverse forests of Colombia. Hence, the present study aims to evaluate the interaction patterns of a network of potential pollinators that inhabit an Andean Forest in Totoró, Cauca, Colombia.
    Methods: The interactions between plants and potential pollinators were recorded through direct observation in 10 transects during six field trips conducted over the course of one year. Subsequently, an interaction matrix was developed, and network metrics such as connectance, specialization, nestedness, and asymmetry of interaction strength were evaluated by applying null models. An interpolation/extrapolation curve was calculated in order to assess the representativeness of the sample. Finally, the key species of the network were identified by considering degree (k), centrality, and betweenness centrality.
    Results: A total of 53 plant species and 52 potential pollinator species (including insects and birds) were recorded, with a sample coverage of 88.5%. Connectance (C = 0.19) and specialization (H2' = 0.19) were low, indicating a generalist network.
    Discussion: The present study characterized the structure of the plant-pollinator network in a highly diverse Andean forest in Colombia. It is evident that insects are the largest group of pollinators; however, it is interesting to note that birds form a different module that specializes in pollinating a specific group of plants. On the other hand, the diversity and generality of the species found suggest that the network may be robust against chains of extinction. Nevertheless, the presence of certain introduced species, such as
    MeSH term(s) Animals ; Ecosystem ; Colombia ; Forests ; Pollination ; Insecta ; Plants ; Birds
    Language English
    Publishing date 2023-11-09
    Publishing country United States
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 2703241-3
    ISSN 2167-8359 ; 2167-8359
    ISSN (online) 2167-8359
    ISSN 2167-8359
    DOI 10.7717/peerj.16133
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  3. Article ; Online: Unraveling plant-pollinator interactions from a south-west Andean forest in Colombia

    Jorge Mario Becoche-Mosquera / Luis German Gomez-Bernal / Giselle Zambrano-Gonzalez / David Angulo-Ortiz

    PeerJ, Vol 11, p e

    2023  Volume 16133

    Abstract: Background Loss of biological connectivity increases the vulnerability of ecological dynamics, thereby affecting processes such as pollination. Therefore, it is important to understand the roles of the actors that participate in these interaction ... ...

    Abstract Background Loss of biological connectivity increases the vulnerability of ecological dynamics, thereby affecting processes such as pollination. Therefore, it is important to understand the roles of the actors that participate in these interaction networks. Nonetheless, there is a significant oversight regarding the main actors in the pollination networks within the highly biodiverse forests of Colombia. Hence, the present study aims to evaluate the interaction patterns of a network of potential pollinators that inhabit an Andean Forest in Totoró, Cauca, Colombia. Methods The interactions between plants and potential pollinators were recorded through direct observation in 10 transects during six field trips conducted over the course of one year. Subsequently, an interaction matrix was developed, and network metrics such as connectance, specialization, nestedness, and asymmetry of interaction strength were evaluated by applying null models. An interpolation/extrapolation curve was calculated in order to assess the representativeness of the sample. Finally, the key species of the network were identified by considering degree (k), centrality, and betweenness centrality. Results A total of 53 plant species and 52 potential pollinator species (including insects and birds) were recorded, with a sample coverage of 88.5%. Connectance (C = 0.19) and specialization (H2’ = 0.19) were low, indicating a generalist network. Freziera canescens, Gaiadendron punctatum, Persea mutisii, Bombus rubicundus, Heliangelus exortis, Chironomus sp., and Metallura tyrianthina were identified as the key species that contribute to a more cohesive network structure. Discussion The present study characterized the structure of the plant-pollinator network in a highly diverse Andean forest in Colombia. It is evident that insects are the largest group of pollinators; however, it is interesting to note that birds form a different module that specializes in pollinating a specific group of plants. On the other hand, the diversity and generality of ...
    Keywords Mutualistic interactions ; High mountain ecosystems ; Potential pollinator ; Medicine ; R ; Biology (General) ; QH301-705.5
    Subject code 580
    Language English
    Publishing date 2023-11-01T00:00:00Z
    Publisher PeerJ Inc.
    Document type Article ; Online
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  4. Article: Hereditary multiple exostoses and schizophrenia.

    Gòmez-Bernal, Germán

    Indian journal of human genetics

    2010  Volume 14, Issue 2, Page(s) 65–66

    Abstract: I report a case of a patient who suffered schizophrenia and multiple exostoses and argue the possible role of EXT gene and nearly chromosomal loci in further genetic investigations related to schizophrenia. ...

    Abstract I report a case of a patient who suffered schizophrenia and multiple exostoses and argue the possible role of EXT gene and nearly chromosomal loci in further genetic investigations related to schizophrenia.
    Language English
    Publishing date 2010-02-04
    Publishing country India
    Document type Case Reports
    ZDB-ID 2109167-5
    ISSN 1998-362X ; 0971-6866
    ISSN (online) 1998-362X
    ISSN 0971-6866
    DOI 10.4103/0971-6866.44107
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  5. Article: Dark therapy for schizoaffective disorder. A case report.

    Gómez-Bernal, Germán

    Medical hypotheses

    2009  Volume 72, Issue 1, Page(s) 105–106

    MeSH term(s) Bipolar Disorder/therapy ; Darkness ; Eyeglasses ; Humans ; Male ; Middle Aged ; Psychotic Disorders/therapy
    Language English
    Publishing date 2009-01
    Publishing country United States
    Document type Case Reports ; Letter
    ZDB-ID 193145-3
    ISSN 1532-2777 ; 0306-9877
    ISSN (online) 1532-2777
    ISSN 0306-9877
    DOI 10.1016/j.mehy.2008.08.008
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  6. Article ; Online: Hereditary multiple exostoses and schizophrenia

    Gomez-Bernal German

    Indian Journal of Human Genetics, Vol 14, Iss 2, Pp 65-

    2008  Volume 66

    Abstract: I report a case of a patient who suffered schizophrenia and multiple exostoses and argue the possible role of EXT gene and nearly chromosomal loci in further genetic investigations related to schizophrenia. ...

    Abstract I report a case of a patient who suffered schizophrenia and multiple exostoses and argue the possible role of EXT gene and nearly chromosomal loci in further genetic investigations related to schizophrenia.
    Keywords Schizophrenia ; multiple exostoses ; genetics ; Genetics ; QH426-470 ; Biology (General) ; QH301-705.5 ; Science ; Q ; DOAJ:Genetics ; DOAJ:Biology ; DOAJ:Biology and Life Sciences
    Language English
    Publishing date 2008-01-01T00:00:00Z
    Publisher Medknow Publications
    Document type Article ; Online
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  7. Article: A case of hashimoto's encephalopathy manifesting as psychosis.

    Gómez-Bernal, Germán Jorge / Reboreda, Alejandra / Romero, Fernando / Bernal, Milagros M / Gómez, Francisco

    Primary care companion to the Journal of clinical psychiatry

    2007  Volume 9, Issue 4, Page(s) 318–319

    Language English
    Publishing date 2007-10-15
    Publishing country United States
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 2211618-7
    ISSN 1523-5998
    ISSN 1523-5998
    DOI 10.4088/pcc.v09n0411f
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  8. Article: Vitamin b₁₂ deficiency manifested as mania: a case report.

    Gomez-Bernal, German Jorge / Bernal-Perez, Milagros

    Primary care companion to the Journal of clinical psychiatry

    2007  Volume 9, Issue 3, Page(s) 238

    Language English
    Publishing date 2007-05-29
    Publishing country United States
    Document type Letter
    ZDB-ID 2211618-7
    ISSN 1523-5998
    ISSN 1523-5998
    DOI 10.4088/pcc.v09n0311g
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  9. Article ; Online: Perfil epidemiológico general de las quejas médicas atendidas en la Comisión Nacional de Arbitraje Médico. 1996-2007.

    Fajardo-Dolci, Germán E / Hernández-Torres, Francisco / Santacruz-Varela, Javier / Hernández-Avila, Mauricio / Kuri-Morales, Pablo / Gómez-Bernal, Enrique

    Salud publica de Mexico

    2008  Volume 51, Issue 2, Page(s) 119–125

    Abstract: Objective: To analyze medical complaints over a period of 11 years, for making recommendations for prevention and improving planning for responding.: Material and methods: We studied the medical complaints at the National Medical Arbitration ... ...

    Title translation Epidemiological general profile of complaints treated at the National Medical Arbitration Commission. 1996-2007.
    Abstract Objective: To analyze medical complaints over a period of 11 years, for making recommendations for prevention and improving planning for responding.
    Material and methods: We studied the medical complaints at the National Medical Arbitration Commission (Conamed, per its acronym in Spanish) between 1996 and 2007 using descriptive statistics to identify their general profile in relation to the variables of time, place and person. We also studied the frequency of evident medical malpractice as well as the severity of the damage it produces.
    Results: The request for responses to medical complaints increased between 1996 and 2007 and there was less demand between July and December. Two states in the country account for 69.7% of the complaints and 74.0% are from public institutions. Fifty-eight percent come from women and the 25-34 and 65+ age groups have the highest percentage. We found in 27.0% of the complaints there is evidence of medical malpractice and obstetrics and gynecology have the highest percentage of complaints, physical harm and severity of injury. Complaints about treatment are nearly four times more than diagnosis.
    Conclusions: It is necessary to improve the quality of diagnosis and treatment and identify cost-effective measures to reduce medical malpractice and the severity of physical damage in patients.
    MeSH term(s) Adolescent ; Adult ; Aged ; Aged, 80 and over ; Child ; Child, Preschool ; Female ; Gynecology ; Health Facilities ; Humans ; Infant ; Male ; Malpractice/statistics & numerical data ; Medicine ; Mexico/epidemiology ; Middle Aged ; Negotiating ; Obstetrics ; Pregnancy ; Seasons ; Specialization ; Young Adult
    Language Spanish
    Publishing date 2008-11-24
    Publishing country Mexico
    Document type English Abstract ; Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 954220-6
    ISSN 1606-7916 ; 0036-3634
    ISSN (online) 1606-7916
    ISSN 0036-3634
    DOI 10.1590/s0036-36342009000200007
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