An authenticity study on Italian grape marc spirit was carried out by gas chromatography (GC) and chemometrics. A grape marc spirit produced in Italy takes the particular name of “grappa”, a product which has peculiar tradition and production in its...
For the reconstruction of 3D MRI data that are accelerated along the two phase-encoding directions, the 2D-generalized autocalibrating partially parallel acquisitions (GRAPPA) algorithm can be used to estimate the missing data in the k-space. We prop...
In the Italian Alps, mountain pine (Pinus mugo) is traditionally used to flavour the Italian spirit grappa. While its shoots and needles are well-studied, little is known about the potential of its wood and bark. This study explores the sequential ex...
In recent years, food authentication has acquired significant importance due to the increase in the incidence of fraud and counterfeiting. Alcoholic beverages are among the food products most susceptible to these kinds of illicit practices due to the...
This paper presents results from applying semi-automatic point cloud segmentation methods in the underground tunnels within the Military Shrine’s conservative restoration project in Cima Grappa (Italy). The studied area, which has a predominant under...
“Aging” is a practice that allows alcoholic beverages to mature and gives them particular flavors and colors. In this context, oak or durmast wooden barrels are used in this process, thus providing different types of aging. This conventio...
Medical image denoising is crucial for enhancing the diagnostic accuracy of CT and MRI images. This paper presents a modular hybrid framework that combines multiscale decomposition techniques (Empirical Mode Decomposition, Variational Mode Decomposit...
Image-guided cardiovascular interventions are rapidly evolving procedures that necessitate imaging systems capable of rapid data acquisition and low-latency image reconstruction and visualization. Compared to alternative modalities, Magnetic Resonanc...
The increasing demand for high-performance materials has led to an increase in the use of carbon fibre-reinforced plastics (CFRPs) in recent decades, increasing the waste from end-of-life materials and off-cuts. The recycling of CFRPs, especially whe...
A nanostructured sensing platform was developed by integrating gold-decorated lignin nanoparticles (AuLNPs) into electrospun polylactic acid (PLA) fibre mats. The composite material combines the high surface-to-volume ratio of PLA nanofibres with the...
This review focuses on the opportunities provided by sol–gel chemistry for the production of silica/epoxy nanocomposites, with significant representative examples of the “extra situ” approach and an updated description of the &ldquo...
Lignin, a main byproduct from paper manufacturing and biorefineries, is now emerging as a new low-cost, renewable starting material for new product development. Its biocompatibility and safety make it valuable for creating novel and value-added produ...
The recycling of carbon fiber-reinforced polymers (CFRPs), particularly carbon fiber-reinforced epoxy polymers (CFREPs), is a challenging problem because of their broad application spectrum, the amount of laminates produced per year, and the cost per...
Recently, the total variation (TV) algorithm has been used for noise reduction distribution in degraded nuclear medicine images. To acquire positron emission tomography (PET) to correct the attenuation region in the PET/magnetic resonance (MR) system...
Background: Achieving low disease activity or remission in psoriatic arthritis (PsA) remains difficult. The GRAPPA group recently defined difficult-to-treat (D2T) PsA but did not include a time-based criterion. Objectives: This study aimed to evaluat...
A previously healthy 4-year-old boy presented with progressive left eyelid swelling and erythema, without reported animal exposure. Initially diagnosed as impetiginized eczema, the lesion was treated with topical antibiotic and corticosteroid therapy...
The aim of this study is to investigate the applicability of the dual-venc (DV) 4D flow magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) to quantify the complex flow patterns in type B aortic dissection (TBAD). One GRAPPA-accelerated single-venc (SV) and one compres...
Background/Objectives: Parkinson’s disease (PD) is a complex neurodegenerative disorder responsible for both motor and non-motor disturbances impairing motor behavior. This complexity necessitates integrated, multidisciplinary, and comprehensiv...
The aim of this study was to characterize the highly detailed fatty acid (FA) profiles of 258 cheeses of 18 different categories of cheese collected in the mountains and on the plains of the Veneto region (Italy). The results clearly showed that, asi...
The ESA DIVERGENCE (Diversity Architecture for Robust GNSS Receivers in Launcher Applications) project is focused on the design of a GNSS/INS hybrid navigation system and an appropriate FDIR/FDE algorithm for GNC applications in launchers and re-entr...
The standard treatment for phenylketonuria (PKU) is a lifelong low-phenylalanine (Phe) diet, supplemented with Phe-free protein substitutes; however, adult patients often show poor adherence to therapy. Alternative treatment options include the use o...
The DEGREE project is focused on the development of a cutting-edge dual-frequency GNSS receiver intended to achieve optimum performance and take advantage of the EGNSS (European Global Navigation Satellite System), which allows the leveraging of seve...
The distribution of goods in urban areas, together with private traffic flows, are among the main sources of energy consumption, air pollution and noise. As a consequence, in the 2000s, several EU cities started to implement logistical solutions for...
Asparagus is highly appreciated for its organoleptic and nutritional characteristics and wild genotypes are valuable components of traditional dishes. In this study, the physical and chemical traits of wild (green and violet) and cultivated asparagus...
Global navigation satellite systems (GNSSs) provide accurate positioning and timing services in a large gamut of sectors, including financial institutions, Industry 4.0, and Internet of things (IoT). Any industrial system involving multiple devices i...
Fabry disease is an X-linked progressive lysosomal disorder, due to α-galactosidase A deficiency. Patients with a classic phenotype usually present in childhood as a multisystemic disease. Patients presenting with the later onset subtypes have...
Spent grape pomace is a by-product of Grappa production that is usually considered waste. Therefore, in this study, in order to promote the sustainable use of by-products from the food industry, we aimed to optimize the extraction of antioxidants fro...
17 July 2020
The adverse effects associated with exposure to flour dust have been known since the 1700s. The aim of the study was to assess the occupational exposure to flour dust in Italian facilities, identify the activities characterized by the highest exposur...
12 October 2019
Background: Recurrent keratoconus (RKC) develops as a progressive thinning of the peripheral and the inferior cornea after keratoplasty, in both graft and host, causing secondary astigmatism, refractive instability, and reduced visual acuity. We eval...
Dedicated fifth generation (5G) positioning networks are envisaged as a key technology to complement Global Navigation Satellite Systems (GNSS) in challenging situations, such as safety-critical automotive and aerial applications. These 5G networks a...
State-of-the-art parallel MRI techniques either explicitly or implicitly require certain parameters to be estimated, e.g., the sensitivity map for SENSE, SMASH and interpolation weights for GRAPPA, SPIRiT. Thus all these techniques are sensitive to t...
The introduction of a drink in the mouth and the action of saliva and enzymes cause the perception of basic tastes and some aromas perceived in a retro-nasal way. Thus, this study aimed to evaluate the influence of the type of alcoholic beverage (bee...
MRI is an imaging technology that non-invasively obtains high-quality medical images for diagnosis. However, MRI has the major disadvantage of long scan times which cause patient discomfort and image artifacts. As one of the methods for reducing the...
Background: Phenylketonuria (PKU) is a rare metabolic disorder requiring lifelong dietary treatment. Adolescents and young adults face unique challenges in managing the condition, often compromising adherence and psychological well-being. This study...
Percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) for thrombotic and heavily calcified coronary artery lesions and occlusions is often hampered by difficulty in wiring the occlusions, restoring antegrade flow, and proceeding to successful stent implantation....
The gold standard treatment for phenylketonuria (PKU) is a lifelong low-phenylalanine (Phe) diet supplemented with Phe-free protein substitutes. Adherence to therapy becomes difficult after childhood. Supplementing with large neutral amino acids (LNA...
Background and Clinical Significance: Acute appendicitis following blunt abdominal trauma is a rare and historically debated clinical entity. We present a century-spanning descriptive review of 106 cases of post-traumatic appendicitis, embedded with...
Background and Objectives: To assess efficacy and safety of Percutaneous Cryoablation (PCA) of small renal masses (SRMs) using Trifecta outcomes in a large cohort of patients who were not eligible for surgery. Materials and methods: All PCAs performe...
Rapid environmental changes driven by human activities are contributing to a significant decline in global biodiversity, with avian species being particularly affected due to their migratory behavior. As highly mobile hosts, birds facilitate the geog...
In the last few decades, neonatal screening (NBS) has expanded to include lysosomal storage diseases, allowing for the early identification of both symptomatic and asymptomatic cases. However, neonatal diagnosis of late-onset disorders can cause pare...
Background: The sustainable use of agro-industrial by-products is essential to reduce environmental impact and enhance resource efficiency. In this study, white grape skins (WGSs), a distillation by-product of grappa production, are valorized through...
In advanced chronic kidney disease, obesity may bring a survival advantage, but many transplant centres demand weight loss before wait-listing for kidney graft. The case here described regards a 71-year-old man, with obesity-related glomerulopathy; r...
Adverse events after SARS-CoV-2 vaccinations have caused alarm to some individuals with previously diagnosed allergies. The aim of this study was to investigate whether the risk of adverse reactions was actually higher in this subgroup. To this end,...
Assessment of very fast transient overvoltage (VFTO) requires good knowledge of the behavior of gas-insulated substation when subjected to very high frequencies. The international standards and guidelines generically present only recommendations rega...
Clostridium piliforme (Cp) is a pleomorphic spore-forming obligate intracellular bacterium and the causative agent of Tyzzer’s disease. The condition affects multiple species, including rabbits, in which the disease is sporadic in recently wean...
Background and Clinical Significance: Scurvy, caused by chronic vitamin C deficiency, is re-emerging in Western countries, particularly among pediatric patients with highly selective diets. While its musculoskeletal and mucocutaneous manifestations a...
In the last years the incidence of renal neoplasms has been steadily increasing, along with the average age of patients at the time of diagnosis. Surgical management for localized disease is becoming more challenging because of patients’ frailt...
Background/Objectives: Accurate preoperative assessment of renal tumor complexity is essential for surgical planning and for predicting perioperative outcomes after partial nephrectomy (PN). RENAL and PADUA nephrometry scores, traditionally derived f...
Traditional Filuferru is an ancient spirit from Sardinia, Italy, which is usually obtained from the distillation of wine or grape marc. In this contribution, the results of the first chemical characterization of a wide number of crafts Filuferru samp...
Dynamic and real-time MRI (rtMRI) of human speech is an active field of research, with interest from both the linguistics and clinical communities. At present, different research groups are investigating a range of rtMRI acquisition and reconstructio...
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