hrp0095pl1 | Copeptin in Vasopressin-dependent fluid disorders | ESPE2022

Copeptin in vasopressin-dependent fluid disorders

Christ-Crain Mirjam

This talk will discuss general issues about Copeptin, (e.g. physiology, normal values in children and adults), and the value of Copeptin in vasopressin-dependent fluid disorders, i.e. in patients with diabetes insipidus on the one hand and in patients with the syndrome of inappropriate antidiuresis (SIAD) on the other side. Arginine Vasopressin (AVP) is a peptide composed of 9 amino acids that is synthesized in the hypothalamus. The physiological function of AVP is homeostasis...

hrp0095pl5 | Precision medicine in Diabetes | ESPE2022

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hrp0095pl7 | How science can benefit from philosophy | ESPE2022

Why science needs philosophy and vice-versa

Laplane Lucie

Science was formerly an integral part of philosophy, but these two broad disciplines have gradually grown apart and are now typically viewed as completely different endeavors. In this talk, I will argue in favor of a renaissance in the integration of science and philosophy. I will argue first that philosophy can fruitfully contribute to science. I will take the example of stem cells in various contexts (homeostasis, regeneration and regenerative medicine, cancer) to illustrate...

hrp0095pl8 | Novel Advances in Obesity | ESPE2022

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