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Anisotropic quasi-static permittivity of rare-earth scandate single crystals measured by terahertz spectroscopy

We report the real-valued static and complex-valued quasi-static anisotropic permittivity parameters of rare-earth scandate orthorhombic single crystal GdScO3 (GSO), TbScO3 (TSO), and DyScO3 (DSO). Employing continuous-wave terahertz spectroscopy (0.2-1 THz), the complex permittivity was extracted using an anisotropic ambient-film-ambient model. Data obtained from multiple samples of the same oxid

Of gains and losses : SAMD9/SAMD9L and monosomy 7 in myelodysplastic syndrome

SAMD9 and SAMD9L are two interferon-regulated genes located adjacent to each other on chromosome 7q21.2. Germline gain-of-function (GL GOF) mutations in SAMD9/SAMD9L are the genetic cause of MIRAGE syndrome, ataxia-pancytopenia (ATXPC) syndrome, myeloid leukemia syndrome with monosomy 7 (MLSM7), refractory cytopenia of childhood (RCC), transient monosomy 7 in children, SAMD9L-associated autoinflam

From office to digital primary care services : analysing income-related inequalities in utilization

The use of digital technologies to deliver primary health care has increased over the past decade. While some technologies have been shown to be medically effective and efficient, the effects of digital primary care on the policy goal of equality in the use of such types of care have not been studied using large register data. The aim of this study was to analyse how digital contacts differ from o

Aeolian dynamics at the northern edge of Deliblato (Banat) Sand Sea, Vojvodina, Serbia, at the time of the last deglaciation

The Deliblato (Banat) Sand Sea, which is one of the largest areas of aeolian sand in Europe, is located near the Iron Gate, which marks the crossing of the Danube River through the biggest gorge of this river. Here, Danubian alluvium has served as the sand source for the Banat Sand Sea, which was formed primarily through southeasterly (Košava) winds. Utilizing a multi-proxy approach, the objective

Revisiting the construct and assessment of industrial relevance in software engineering research within

Industrial relevance is essential for an applied research area like software engineering. However, it is unclear how to achieve industrial relevance and how we communicate and assess it. We propose a reasoning framework to support the design, reporting, and assessment of research for industrial relevance.Industrial relevance is essential for an applied research area like software engineering. However, it is unclear how to achieve industrial relevance and how we communicate and assess it. We propose a reasoning framework to support the design, reporting, and assessment of research for industrial relevance.

Industrial adoption of machine learning techniques for early identification of invalid bug reports

Despite the accuracy of machine learning (ML) techniques in predict-ing invalid bug reports, as shown in earlier research, and the importance of earlyidentification of invalid bug reports in software maintenance, the adoption of MLtechniques for this task in industrial practice is yet to be investigated. In this study,we used a technology transfer model to guide the adoption of an ML technique at Despite the accuracy of machine learning (ML) techniques in predicting invalid bug reports, as shown in earlier research, and the importance of early identification of invalid bug reports in software maintenance, the adoption of ML techniques for this task in industrial practice is yet to be investigated. In this study, we used a technology transfer model to guide the adoption of an ML technique a

Comparison of aluminum nitride thin films prepared by magnetron sputter epitaxy in nitrogen and ammonia atmosphere

Wurtzite-type aluminum nitride (AlN) thin films exhibiting high thermal conductivity, large grain size, and low surface roughness are desired for both bulk acoustic wave and surface acoustic wave resonators. In this work, we use ammonia (NH3) assisted reactive sputter deposition of AlN to significantly improve these properties. The study shows a systematic change in the structural, thermal, and mo

Experiences of managers and staff working in community-based mental health with people ageing with severe mental health problems

Background: Existing research shows that older people with severe mental health problems need different forms of support in daily life and in the community to lead an active and meaningful life. A common form of support for people with severe mental health problems in Sweden is attendance at community-based day centres (DCs). However, knowledge of staff and managers’ experiences of how people agei

Aspects on efficacy in endovascular treatment with drug eluting stents and balloons in the repair of stenotic vessel lesions with special reference to local drug therapy

Abstract:Background:The need for vascular procedures for certain disease-specific causes is a majorissue for health care today. This thesis will focus on endovascular treatmentfor PAD and malfunctioning haemodialysis access. Although many other vasculardiseases and anatomic regions sometimes need to be managed with endovascularprocedures, PAD and haemodialysis access together account for a signifi

Clonal Hematopoiesis of Indeterminate Potential With Loss of Tet2 Enhances Risk for Atrial Fibrillation Through Nlrp3 Inflammasome Activation

BACKGROUND: Clonal hematopoiesis of indeterminate potential (CHIP), a common age-associated phenomenon, associates with increased risk of both hematological malignancy and cardiovascular disease. Although CHIP is known to increase the risk of myocardial infarction and heart failure, the influence of CHIP in cardiac arrhythmias, such as atrial fibrillation (AF), is less explored. METHODS: CHIP prev

X-ray standing-wave spectroscopy : A powerful method for probing buried interfaces

In this chapter we present a non-destructive method for characterizing buried interfaces with high depth resolution combining X-rays standing wave and photoemission electron spectroscopy. This method incorporates the power of the X-rays photoelectron spectroscopy, which is a surface sensitive technique in the nanometer and sub-nanometer regime, with the depth selectivity of X-ray standing wave. Th

Breeding, feeding and mobility among dogs in the elite in the Merovingian period – Analysis of dogs in the boat grave Nabberör, Öland, Sweden

By the Merovingian Period (6–8th century CE) a large variety of dogs and the earliest evidence of dog leashes appear in South Scandinavia. This indicates exchange, breeding and use of new types of dogs in this period. The purpose of this study is to examine the social significance and function of dogs in the Merovingian Period in South Scandinavia based on an analysis of the Nabbero ̈r boat grave By the Merovingian Period (6–8th century CE) a large variety of dogs and the earliest evidence of dog leashes appear in South Scandinavia. This indicates exchange, breeding and use of new types of dogs in this period. The purpose of this study is to examine the social significance and function of dogs in the Merovingian Period in South Scandinavia based on an analysis of the Nabberör boat grave on

Photon-counting computed tomography for paediatric congenital heart defects yields images of high diagnostic quality with low radiation doses at both 70 kV and 90 kV

Background: Photon-counting computed tomography (PCCT) is a new clinical method that may show better diagnostic quality at lower radiation doses than conventional CT. Objective: To investigate the diagnostic quality and radiation dose of paediatric cardiovascular PCCT for diagnosis of congenital heart defects at 70 kV and 90 kV. Materials and methods: This retrospective assessment included clinica

Rainwater Harvesting: A Study on Gravity-Driven Ceramic Membranes for Non-Potable Water Use

Hur kan vår vattenanvändning bli mer hållbar? Hur kan vi minska vår förbrukning av dricksvatten? Med stigande temperaturer, klimatförändringar och ökande befolkning blir dessa frågor allt viktigare. Ett förslag är att dra ner på vår dricksvattenkonsumption genom att använda regnvatten. Regnvatten kan användas till att spola i våra toalettstolar, till tvättmaskiner och till bevattning. Men hur kan How can our water consumption become more sustainable? How can our consumption of drinking water decrease? With increasing temperatures, climate changes, and population growth the questions becomes more important. To address this, a suggestion of reducing our drinking water consumption by utilizing rainwater is proposed. Rainwater can be used to flush our toilets, to wash clothes, and for irrigati

Introduction

Modern states energetically promote free—and compulsory—education for all as the key to futureprosperity. This means that, beyond a small private education sector, the overwhelming majority of children who will be educated in the twenty-first century, from any faith background including the whole range of “secular” worldviews, will receive their education through a state-funded system. Meanwhile i

Reconciling East Asia's mid-Holocene temperature discrepancy through vegetation-climate feedback

The term “Holocene temperature conundrum” refers to the inconsistencies between proxy-based reconstructions and transient model simulations, and it challenges our understanding of global temperature evolution during the Holocene. Climate reconstructions indicate a cooling trend following the Holocene Thermal Maximum, while model simulations indicate a consistent warming trend due to ice-sheet retr

Machining SiC fibre reinforced metal matrix composites – How do different matrix materials affect the cutting performance?

SiC fibre reinforced metal matrix composites find widespread application but show major machining difficulties due to significant variations in constituents' properties. In this sense, while the SiC fibre plays significant strengthening effects, the properties mismatch between the brittle fibre and ductile matrix materials becomes important in their machining performance. Through machining tests,

Home capillary sampling and screening for type 1 diabetes, celiac disease, and autoimmune thyroid disease in a Swedish general pediatric population : the TRIAD study

Objective: To screen a general pediatric population for type 1 diabetes (T1D), celiac disease (CD), and autoimmune thyroid disease (AITD) after home capillary sampling. Methods: Swedish schoolchildren between 6–9 years and 13–16 years of age were invited to screening by taking a capillary sample at home. Samples were returned by mail and assessed for autoantibodies associated with T1D, CD, and AIT