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dura

(ˈdjʊərə)

(Anatomy) a short form of dura mater

du′ra ma′ter

(ˈmeɪ tər)
n.

the tough, fibrous membrane forming the outermost of the three coverings of the brain and spinal cord. Also called dura. Compare arachnoid (def. 4), pia mater.

[1350–1400; Middle English < Medieval Latin: literally, hard mother]

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dura - the outermost (and toughest) of the 3 meninges

dura mater

meninges, meninx - a membrane (one of 3) that envelops the brain and spinal cord

tentorium - (anatomy) a fold of dura mater that covers the cerebellum and supports the occipital lobes of the cerebrum

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Res dura, et regni novitas me talia cogunt Moliri, et late fines custode tueri.

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Affiliates of Patriarch Partners, LLC ("Patriarch") today announced that they have entered into an agreement to recapitalize and acquire a majority interest in DURA Automotive Systems, Inc.

Patriarch Partners Affiliates to Acquire Majority Ownership of DURA Automotive Systems

We consider DSSI to be our strategic partner for indirect materials and services," stated Richard Hopkins, Vice President of Procurement and Logistics for DURA Automotive Systems.

DSSI, LLC and DURA Automotive Extend Procurement Contract

has released Synthecel dura repair, a biosynthesized dural replacement derived from cellulose for use in neurosurgery.

DePuy Synthes CMF releases biosynthetic dura repair product

Synthecel dura repair is composed of naturally formed biosynthesized cellulose and water and is indicated for use as a dura replacement for the repair of dura mater in adults.

Biosynthesized dural replacement from DePuy Synthes covers and protects brain and spinal cord tissue

Together we were able to build a strong foundation that positioned DURA to grow in the global marketplace.

Tim Leuliette Elected President and CEO of DURA Automotive Systems

In addition to its exit financing facilities, DURA entered into various European accounts receivable factoring facilities totaling approximately [euro]65 million.

DURA Emerges from Chapter 11

Dura mater is the tough, fibrous membrane that covers and protects the brain and spinal cord.

Collagen Matrix, Inc. Receives CE Mark Approval for DuraMatrix(TM) Collagen Dura Substitute Membrane

11 /PRNewswire/ -- Affiliates of Patriarch Partners, LLC ("Patriarch") today announced that they have entered into an agreement to recapitalize and acquire a majority interest in DURA Automotive Systems, Inc.

Patriarch Partners Affiliates to Acquire Majority Ownership of DURA Automotive Systems

With its emergence from Chapter 11, DURA accomplished one of the most comprehensive business restructurings in the automotive industry.

DURA Automotive Systems Announces Global Reorganization and Other Business Updates

The DURA team has executed a remarkable turnaround and the company is now among the world's top performing automotive suppliers," said Jeff Stafeil, CEO of DURA Automotive.

DURA Automotive Systems Announces Management Change Following Successful Turnaround

Leuliette becomes executive chairman of DURA and a managing director at Patriarch.