Dialogism and Syncretism: (Re)Definitions

This work seeks an adequate definition of syncretism within the theoretical context suggested by dialogism.One of Other the issues examined here is the usual description of syncretism as a possible dialectical operation.This discussion also points to the use of syncretism in the analysis of cultural practices.In order to do that, it refers to the w

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Dual function of novel pollen coat (surface) proteins: IgE-binding capacity and proteolytic activity disrupting the airway epithelial barrier.

BACKGROUND: The pollen coat is the first structure of the pollen to encounter the mucosal immune system upon inhalation.Prior characterizations of pollen allergens have focused on water-soluble, cytoplasmic proteins, but have overlooked much of the extracellular pollen coat.Due to washing with organic solvents when prepared, these pollen coat prote

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