Preliminary research has led to a widely held belief that vitamin E may help prevent or delay coronary heart disease, but larger controlled studies have not shown any benefit.

Preliminary research indicates that nine compounds found in ginger may bind to human serotonin receptors which may influence gastrointestinal function.

* Preliminary research on the effects of Kundalini Yoga meditation known as Kirtan Kriya on retrieving memory and cognitive functions have been encouraging.

Molecular genetics study suggests that surviving Amerindian populations derived from a theoretical single founding population, possibly from only 50 to 70 genetic contributors Preliminary research, restricted to only 9 genomic regions ( or loci ) have shown a genetic link between original Americas and Asia populations.

Preliminary research suggests chamomile is an effective therapy for anxiety.

Preliminary research concerning the intricate functioning of the nervous system suggests that this speculation may have some support.

Preliminary research indicates that babies with plagiocephaly tend to have learning difficulties later on in school, however these studies are still early, and do not yet represent a scientific consensus.

In the history of fusion research the year 1991 is particularly significant: on the 9th November a Preliminary Tritium Experiment achieved the world ’ s first controlled release of fusion power.

Preliminary research has been conducted that shows potential for orexin blockers in the treatment of alcoholism.

Preliminary research indicates that flavonoids may modify allergens, viruses, and carcinogens, and so may be biological " response modifiers ".

Preliminary research results suggest that the faeder characteristics are genetically controlled by a single dominant gene.

Preliminary research has shown that Rioplatense Spanish, and particularly the speech of the city of Buenos Aires, has intonation patterns that resemble those of Italian dialects and differ markedly from the patterns of other forms of Spanish.

Preliminary research suggests that chemical treatment in the fall followed by a spring burn to reduce seed germination may be an effective strategy for reducing leafy spurge infestations.

Preliminary research shows healthy pores are only colonized by P. acnes, while unhealthy ones universally include the nonpore-resident Staphylococcus epidermidis, amongst other bacterial contaminants.

Preliminary research indicates that bromelain may affect migration of neutrophils to sites of acute inflammation.

Preliminary research has found that citicoline supplements help improve focus and mental energy and may possibly be useful in the treatment of attention deficit disorder.

Preliminary research has suggested that yoga sessions may help to alleviate both physical or perceived pain ( depending on which trimester the intervention took place in ).

Preliminary research indicates that breast milk can induce apoptosis in some types of cancer cells.

Preliminary research suggests that the combination of Buspirone and Melatonin stimulates the growth of new neurons in the brain, also known as neurogenesis.

Preliminary French research indicated that the graphite which was then available commercially was not pure enough to serve the purpose, and that heavy water would be required.

Preliminary research report and literature survey, p. 7 ( Open Society Institute – EU Monitoring and Advocacy Program )

Preliminary research suggests low dose naltrexone may be useful in preventing opioid tolerance and dependence when combined with an opioid, reduce the severity of opioid withdrawal, or improve fibromyalgia symptoms, though much more research needs to be done before it can be recommended for clinical use.

Preliminary research shows that grape seed extract may have other possible anti-disease properties, such as in laboratory models of

Preliminary information suggests the Gambian giant rat under investigation reportedly experienced a much milder illness than that observed in prairie dogs, with no respiratory signs and possibly limited dermatologic involvement.

Preliminary data suggests that, as with several other anti-epileptic drugs, topiramate carries an increased risk of congenital malformations.

Preliminary evidence suggests that Harvard has been less than forthcoming in discussing the events of that period.

Preliminary evidence also suggests that such trainings can shift police knowledge and attitudes regarding NEPs specifically and public health-based approaches towards problematic drug use in general.

Preliminary work suggests that if the 10: 02 departure from Kensington Olympia to Wandsworth Road were to depart 1 minute earlier it could terminate at Clapham High Street without missing its path to Selhurst Depot.

Preliminary analysis of the Stardust imagery suggests that Annefrank may be a contact binary, although other possible explanations exist for its observed shape.

Preliminary evidence tentatively indicates that the molecule ( metabolite 1 ) ) is cleaved at a secondary amide bond.

The concept and theory of Kolmogorov Complexity is based on a crucial theorem first discovered by Ray Solomonoff, who published it in 1960, describing it in " A Preliminary Report on a General Theory of Inductive Inference " as part of his invention of algorithmic probability.

Preliminary chemistry experiments have indicated this element may be the first superheavy element to show abnormal noble-gas-like properties, even though it is a member of group 14 on the periodic table.

In Scotland, a Preliminary Hearing is a non-evidential diet in cases to be tried before the High Court of Justiciary.

Preliminary assessment of injuries is usually done by the first ambulance crew on scene, with this role being assumed by the first Notarzt arriving at the scene.

Preliminary diagnosis is often based on the patient's clinical symptoms, places and dates of travel ( if patient is from a non-endemic country or area ), activities, and epidemiologic history of the location where infection occurred.

The main model for the radial structure of the interior of the Earth is the Preliminary Reference Earth Model ( PREM ).

Once the case is filed and served the parties must request a Preliminary Conference within ninety days if the case is to be treated as a contested divorce.

The Preliminary Credibility Assessment Screening System, or PCASS, captures less physiological information than a polygraph, and uses an algorithm, not the judgment of a polygraph examiner, to render a decision whether it believes the person is being deceptive or not.

The actual depth-dependence of density, inferred from seismic travel times ( see Adams – Williamson equation ), is given in the Preliminary Reference Earth Model ( PREM ).

Preliminary limited studies of mate have shown that the mate xanthine cocktail is different from other plants containing caffeine, most significantly in its effects on muscle tissue, as opposed to those on the central nervous system, which are similar to those of other natural stimulants.

The USPTO is also a Receiving Office, an International Searching Authority and an International Preliminary Examination Authority for international patent applications filed in accordance with the Patent Cooperation Treaty.

Preliminary results from recent surveys conducted in the Chukchi Sea in May – June 1999 and 2000 indicate that ringed seal density is higher in nearshore fast and pack ice, and lower in offshore pack ice.

Title X of the Constitution establishes that the approval of a new constitution or the approval of any constitutional amendment affecting the Preliminary Title, or Section I of Chapter II of Title I ( on Fundamental Rights and Public Liberties ) or Title II ( on the Crown ), the so-called " protected provisions ", are subject to a special process that requires ( 1 ) that two-thirds of each House approve the amendment, ( 2 ) that elections are called immediately thereafter, ( 3 ) that two-thirds of each new House approves the amendment, and ( 4 ) that the amendment is approved by the people in a referendum.

A Preliminary Inventory is available for researchers who wish to use the collection.

Preliminary findings suggest that the localized damage is the result of a confluence of multiple mechanisms arising from the arrangement of nearby buildings, critical flow directionality and the possible entrapment of debris within evolving flow structures.

Preliminary design work on the proposed Y-shaped bridge is expected to be completed by the end of 2004.

ETS also develops and administers The College Board's Preliminary SAT / National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test ( PSAT / NMSQT ) and the Advanced Placement program, which is widely used in US high schools for advanced course credit.

A Preliminary SA is formed using this protocol ; later a fresh keying is done.