Publications by authors named "F N Heller"

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  • This study explores the outcomes and management of pediatric auditory brainstem implantation (ABI) for children with severe inner ear malformations, aiming to unify clinical practices and address current challenges.
  • A systematic review of relevant findings from the Third International Pediatric ABI Symposium analyzed data from multiple countries, highlighting trends in auditory outcomes, surgical approaches, and rehabilitation strategies.
  • Key conclusions emphasize the need for standardized guidelines and improved collaboration among healthcare professionals to enhance patient outcomes and guide future research in this specialized field.
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Anhydrous plutonium tetrafluoride is an important intermediate in the production of metallic Pu. This historically important compound is also known to exist in at least two distinct, yet understudied hydrate forms, PuF·HO(s) (0.5 ≤ ≤ 2) and PuF·2.

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The mechanism by which high concentrations (1.5 M in -dodecane) of ,-di-2-ethylhexyl-isobutyramide (DEHiBA) extracts HNO and UO(NO) is under examination. Most prior studies have examined the extractant and the mechanism at a concentration of 1.

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Online spectroscopic measurements can be used to provide unique insight into complex chemical systems, enabling new understanding and optimization of chemical processes. A key example of this is discussed here with the monitoring of pH of various acid systems in real-time. In this work the acids used in multiple chemical separations processes, such as TALSPEAK (Trivalent Actinide-Lanthanide Separation by Phosphorus reagent Extraction from Aqueous Komplexes) and oxalate precipitation, were characterized.

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  • This study examines how rapid maxillary expansion (RME) affects the palatine and midfacial sutures, especially considering age-related differences in patients between 7.3 and 13.8 years old.
  • It utilizes cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT) and dental cast analysis to measure sutural changes and the morphological adaptations of the palate, dividing participants into three age-based groups.
  • Results indicate that younger patients show significant increases in palatal width and height, with older patients experiencing more complex changes in sutural responses, altering the shape of the palatine suture as they age.
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