Occurrence and distribution of neonicotinoids and fiproles within groundwater in Minnesota: Effects of lithology, land use and geography.

Due to the widespread use of insecticides in agriculture and for urban pest control, there is the potential for contamination of groundwater systems. Five neonicotinoids, fipronil, and nine transformation products (desnitro-imidacloprid, imidacloprid olefin, imidacloprid urea, acetamiprid-n-desmethyl, thiacloprid amide, 6-chloronicotinic acid, fipronil desulfinyl, fipronil sulfide, and fipronil sulfone) were studied in samples from 15 springs and 75 unique wells from 13 counties over four years (2019-2022) in Minnesota. Up to 13 neonicotinoids and fiproles were identified in groundwater samples from springs and 10 from wells.

First Application of a Mixed Porcine-Human Repopulated Bioengineered Liver in a Preclinical Model of Post-Resection Liver Failure.

In this study, a mixed porcine-human bioengineered liver (MPH-BEL) was used in a preclinical setup of extracorporeal liver support devices as a treatment for a model of post-resection liver failure (PRLF). The potential for human clinical application is further illustrated by comparing the functional capacity of MPH-BEL grafts as assessed using this porcine PRLF model with fully human (FH-BEL) grafts which were perfused and assessed in vitro. BEL grafts were produced by reseeding liver scaffolds with HUVEC and primary porcine hepatocytes (MPH-BEL) or primary human hepatocytes (FH-BEL).

Manufacturing and Functional Characterization of Bioengineered Liver Grafts for Extracorporeal Liver Assistance in Acute Liver Failure.

Acute Liver Failure (ALF) is a life-threatening illness characterized by the rapid onset of abnormal liver biochemistries, coagulopathy, and the development of hepatic encephalopathy. Extracorporeal bioengineered liver (BEL) grafts could offer a bridge therapy to transplant or recovery. The present study describes the manufacture of clinical scale BELs created from decellularized porcine-derived liver extracellular matrix seeded entirely with human cells: human umbilical vein endothelial cells (HUVECs) and primary human liver cells (PHLCs).

The belief that masculinity has a negative influence on one's behavior is related to reduced mental well-being.

Objectives: Masculinity is sometimes presumed to be a cause of mental health problems and antisocial behavior in men. This study sought to identify the predictors of men's mental well-being, including their attitudes to masculinity.

Methods: 4,025 men from the UK and Germany (GDR) were asked about their core values, which areas of their life they felt were important, and their opinions about masculinity.

Transfusion-related cost comparison of trauma patients receiving whole blood versus component therapy.

Introduction: With the emergence of whole blood (WB) in trauma resuscitation, cost-related comparisons are of significant importance to providers, blood banks, and hospital systems throughout the country. The objective of this study was to determine if there is a transfusion-related cost difference between trauma patients who received low titer O+ whole blood (LTO+WB) and component therapy (CT).

Methods: A retrospective review of adult and pediatric trauma patients who received either LTO+WB or CT from time of injury to within 4 hours of arrival was performed.

GroundsWell: Community-engaged and data-informed systems transformation of Urban Green and Blue Space for population health - a new initiative.

Natural environments, such as parks, woodlands and lakes, have positive impacts on health and wellbeing. Urban Green and Blue Spaces (UGBS), and the activities that take place in them, can significantly influence the health outcomes of all communities, and reduce health inequalities. Improving access and quality of UGBS needs understanding of the range of systems (e.

Use of whole blood deployment programs for mass casualty incidents: South Texas experience in regional response and preparedness.

Introduction: Firearm-related deaths have become the leading cause of death in adolescents and children. Since the Sutherland Springs, TX mass casualty incident (MCI), the Southwest Texas Regional Advisory Council for trauma instituted a prehospital whole blood (WB) program and blood deployment program for MCIs.

Methods: The program was adopted statewide by the Texas Emergency Medical Task Force, of which Southwest Texas Regional Advisory Council is the lead for Emergency Medical Task Force 8.

Mapping emergent public engagement in societal transitions: a scoping review.

Background: Transition discourses are gaining prominence in efforts to imagine a future that adequately addresses the urgent need to establish low carbon and climate resilient pathways. Within these discourses the 'public' is seen as central to the creation and implementation of appropriate interventions. The role of public engagement in societal transformation while essential, is also complex and often poorly understood.

Educational value of the transplant experience in urology residency.

Unlabelled: INTRODUCTION To evaluate the educational value of transplant rotation in urology residency. In the United States, exposure to kidney transplantation during urology residency has declined significantly over the past few decades. At our institution, transplantation has been a core component of urology residency since its inception in 1959.

Retraction notice to "Proof of concept efficacy study of intranasal stabilized isoamyl nitrite (SIAN) in Rhesus monkeys against acute cyanide poisoning" [Regul. Toxicol. Pharmacol. 123 (2021) 104927].

This article has been retracted: please see Elsevier Policy on Article Withdrawal (http://www.elsevier.com/locate/withdrawalpolicy).

The Postnatal Growth and Retinopathy of Prematurity Model: A Multi-institutional Validation Study.

Purpose: The G-ROP model was proposed to improve the retinopathy of prematurity (ROP) screening efficiency. It is based on gestational age, birth weight and postnatal weight gain. The current study aimed to validate the G-ROP model's ability to predict ROP in cohorts of premature infants from Egypt and the United Kingdom (UK).

RETRACTED: Proof of concept efficacy study of intranasal stabilized isoamyl nitrite (SIAN) in rhesus monkeys against acute cyanide poisoning.

This article has been retracted: please see Elsevier Policy on Article Withdrawal (http://www.elsevier.com/locate/withdrawalpolicy).

Sensor and Sensor Fusion Technology in Autonomous Vehicles: A Review.

With the significant advancement of sensor and communication technology and the reliable application of obstacle detection techniques and algorithms, automated driving is becoming a pivotal technology that can revolutionize the future of transportation and mobility. Sensors are fundamental to the perception of vehicle surroundings in an automated driving system, and the use and performance of multiple integrated sensors can directly determine the safety and feasibility of automated driving vehicles. Sensor calibration is the foundation block of any autonomous system and its constituent sensors and must be performed correctly before sensor fusion and obstacle detection processes may be implemented.

Management and outcomes of phyllodes tumours - 10 year experience.

Introduction: Phyllodes tumours represent 0.3-1% of breast tumours, typically presenting in women aged 35-55 years. They are classified into benign, borderline and malignant grades and exhibit a spectrum of features.

Upgrade rates and outcomes of screen-detected atypical intraductal epithelial proliferation (AIDEP) diagnosed on core needle biopsy.

Introduction: Atypical intraductal epithelial proliferation (AIDEP) is a breast lesion categorised as "indeterminate" if identified on core needle biopsy (CNB). The rate at which these lesions are upgraded following diagnostic excision varies in the literature. Women diagnosed with AIDEP are thought to be at increased risk of breast cancer.