In recent years, solution processes have gained considerable traction as a cost-effective and scalable method to produce high-performance thermoelectric materials. The process entails a series of critical steps: synthesis, purification, thermal treatments, and consolidation, each playing a pivotal role in determining performance, stability, and reproducibility. We have noticed a need for more comprehensive details for each of the described steps in most published works.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFKnee Surg Sports Traumatol Arthrosc
October 2024
Purpose: Previous evidence indicated that the tibiofemoral bone configuration might elevate the risk of an anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury. Furthermore, a low hamstring-to-quadriceps muscle ratio predisposes especially females to unfavourable knee kinematics. The primary objective of the present study was to investigate sex-specific associations between tibiofemoral bone geometry and isokinetic knee flexion torque in patients with primary ACL injury followed by ACL reconstruction.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFProduction of thermoelectric materials from solution-processed particles involves the synthesis of particles, their purification and densification into pelletized material. Chemical changes that occur during each one of these steps render them performance determining. Particularly the purification steps, bypassed in conventional solid-state synthesis, are the cause for large discrepancies among similar solution-processed materials.
View Article and Find Full Text PDF"Take a break - Time-out for me": A practice project to promote a healthy rest break Breaks are essential for physical and mental health. In health care professions breaks are often cancelled or interrupted. Nursing staff should be enabled to take breaks regularly and without any interruptions.
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