A Roundtable on Thomas Nail’s "The Figure of the Migrant"

This Backpacks international ensemble of scholars discuss Thomas Nail’s The Figure of the Migrant (Stanford UP, 2015).These scholars represent various disciplines within the academy and divergent methodologies.One thing we share in common, though, is the opinion that the migrant needs to occupy a more significant place within our political theory

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Unmet needs in treating itch: reaching beyond eczema

Purpose Pruritus is an unpleasant sensation that creates the urge to scratch.In many chronic conditions, relentless pruritus and scratching perpetuates a vicious itch-scratch cycle.Uncontrolled itch can detrimentally affect quality of life and may lead to sleep disturbance, impaired Body concentration, financial burden, and psychological suffering.

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