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Materials Science, Coatings & Films
Federico Cernuschi, Paolo Bison
Summary: This work summarizes the research and development of techniques specifically aimed at measuring the thermophysical properties, characterizing the microstructure, and identifying adhesion defects in the metal component of thermal barrier coatings (TBCs), as well as the best practices and lessons learned over the past thirty years.
JOURNAL OF THERMAL SPRAY TECHNOLOGY
(2022)
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Environmental Sciences
Michael A. Wulder, David P. Roy, Volker C. Radeloff, Thomas R. Loveland, Martha C. Anderson, David M. Johnson, Sean Healey, Zhe Zhu, Theodore A. Scambos, Nima Pahlevan, Matthew Hansen, Noel Gorelick, Christopher J. Crawford, Jeffrey G. Masek, Txomin Hermosilla, Joanne C. White, Alan S. Belward, Crystal Schaaf, Curtis E. Woodcock, Justin L. Huntington, Leo Lymburner, Patrick Hostert, Feng Gao, Alexei Lyapustin, Jean-Francois Pekel, Peter Strobl, Bruce D. Cook
Summary: Since 1972, the Landsat program has provided 50 years of digital, multispectral, medium spatial resolution observations, playing a crucial role in scientific and technical advancements. The program's early years brought technological breakthroughs and established a template for global Earth observation missions. The knowledge gained from Landsat has been recognized for its economic and scientific value, leading to continuous improvement and increased usage through the introduction of free and open access to data.
REMOTE SENSING OF ENVIRONMENT
(2022)
Review
Pharmacology & Pharmacy
Carlo Patrono
Summary: This passage describes the significant impact of Sir John Vane's publication on the pharmacological effects of aspirin and similar drugs, as well as the subsequent discovery of the platelet arachidonic acid metabolism pathway. It also emphasizes the importance of low-dose aspirin as an antiplatelet drug.
BRITISH JOURNAL OF PHARMACOLOGY
(2023)
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Environmental Sciences
Xiangxin Xu, Minghao Li, Guifang Xue
Summary: This paper explores how the International Seabed Authority can enable contractors to operationalize the BAT and BEP in deep seabed mining. It suggests providing definitions, incorporating them into exploitation regulations, and setting criteria for their implementation in Standards and Guidelines. The paper cites existing international instruments incorporating the BAT and BEP terms and highlights specific considerations for their practical implementation in the context of deep seabed mining.
FRONTIERS IN MARINE SCIENCE
(2023)
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Radiology, Nuclear Medicine & Medical Imaging
Keith B. Quencer, Abhilasha Singh, Anu Sharma
Summary: Primary hyperaldosteronism (PA) is the most common secondary form of hypertension in middle-aged adults. Treatment options depend on the extent of aldosterone secretion, with unilateral cases treated surgically and bilateral cases treated medically. Adrenal vein sampling (AVS) is crucial in determining the appropriate treatment approach, but there is variability in AVS techniques and guidelines regarding its use in young patients with unilateral adrenal findings on imaging.
AMERICAN JOURNAL OF ROENTGENOLOGY
(2023)
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Oncology
Meredith K. Bartelstein, Patrick J. Boland
Summary: There have been significant advances in the treatment of bone tumors, with limb salvage surgery replacing amputation as the standard of care. Progress has also been made in the management of benign and metastatic bone tumors.
JOURNAL OF SURGICAL ONCOLOGY
(2022)
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Engineering, Environmental
Mohammed S. M. Al-Azzawi, Matin Funck, Marco Kunaschk, Elisabeth Von der Esch, Oliver Jacob, Korbinian P. Freier, Torsten C. Schmidt, Martin Elsner, Natalia P. Ivleva, Jochen Tuerk, Oliver Knoop, Joerg E. Drewes
Summary: This study discusses the best practices for microplastic sampling campaigns in wastewater treatment plants (WWTPs) and explores the potential synergies between thermoanalytical and spectroscopic analysis. The results show that polyethylene (PE) is consistently the most prominent polymer in WWTP effluents and can serve as a surrogate polymer to assess the total polymer removal efficiency of tertiary sand filters.
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Oldrich Coufal
Summary: In 1873, J.C. Maxwell derived relations for current density and current in a solitary long cylindrical conductor supplied with variable current. The skin effect, which refers to the increase of current density towards the conductor surface, and the proximity effect, which is the dependence of current density on the proximity of other conductors, are two phenomena closely related to each other. Understanding the current density in conductors, especially in a group of conductors, is of fundamental significance for analyzing and describing these phenomena.
APPLIED SCIENCES-BASEL
(2023)
Article
Biodiversity Conservation
Dane C. Elmquist, Kendall B. Kahl, Jodi L. Johnson-Maynard, Sanford D. Eigenbrode
Summary: Soil arthropods are an important component of soil biodiversity and play a role in regulating processes in the soil ecosystem. However, the effects of cropping system diversification on soil arthropod biodiversity and community structure are rarely evaluated, leading to a lack of consideration for soil arthropods in management decisions.
JOURNAL OF APPLIED ECOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Economics
Ye Yao, Huibin Du, Hongyang Zou, Peng Zhou, Carlos Henggeler Antunes, Anne Neumann, Sonia Yeh
Summary: This paper provides a retrospective overview of the journal Energy Policy during the period 1973-2022 using bibliometric data. The results show that Energy Policy has a high annual publication volume and citation rate, covering a wide range of topics. The United States and its institutions are the major contributors to the journal.
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Agisilaos Chaldogeridis, Thrasyvoulos Tsiatsos
Summary: Computerized Cognitive Training (CCT) programs have been widely used to enhance cognitive functionalities, especially Working Memory (WM). Previous studies have mainly focused on the efficacy of CCT, with limited research on their potential in increasing motivation and adherence. A systematic review identified conflict, feedback, difficulty adjustment, action points, and levels as the most commonly used game elements (GE) in WM training, while GEs associated with competition and cooperation were not preferred.
APPLIED SCIENCES-BASEL
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Ocean
Caitlin B. Whalen
Summary: The dissipation rate of turbulent energy in the ocean can be measured using different techniques on various spatiotemporal scales, which may lead to discrepancies in estimates, especially in regions with strong turbulence. Comparing the results of these measurements is important for accurate assessment of ocean turbulence, but requires careful consideration of the equivalent spatiotemporal scales to ensure valid comparisons.
JOURNAL OF ATMOSPHERIC AND OCEANIC TECHNOLOGY
(2021)
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Oncology
Murray F. Brennan, Peter J. Allen, William R. Jarnagin
Summary: Operations for pancreatic neoplasms have made significant progress in the past 50 years, thanks to innovation. Molecular diagnosis has enabled the identification of different types of tumors with varying natural progressions. Observation is now a viable strategy for certain cysts and neuroendocrine neoplasms. However, finding a long-term cure for ductal pancreatic adenocarcinoma is still a challenge.
JOURNAL OF SURGICAL ONCOLOGY
(2022)
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Dibet Garcia, Joao Carias, Telmo Adao, Rui Jesus, Antonio Cunha, Luis G. Magalhaes
Summary: This article provides a comprehensive and systematic review of object detection (OD) and active learning (AL) techniques. It analyzes articles from reputable databases published between 2010 and December 2022, and also examines the geographical distribution of OD researchers worldwide. The study identifies promising research opportunities to enhance the AL process, including the development of novel sampling strategies and their integration with different learning techniques.
APPLIED SCIENCES-BASEL
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Fernande Grandjean, Gary J. Long
Summary: This paper discusses the best recommended practices and protocols for measuring, analyzing, and presenting Mossbauer spectra, using various iron-containing compounds as examples. It focuses on techniques for spectrometer calibration, minimizing spectral line widths, and selecting optimal spectral velocity ranges.
CHEMISTRY OF MATERIALS
(2021)
