Are nature's strategies the solutions to the rational design of low-melting, lipophilic ionic liquids?

Ionic liquids (ILs) have emerged as a new class of materials, displaying a unique capability to self-assemble into micelles, liposomes, liquid crystals, and microemulsions. Despite evident interest, advancements in the controlled formation of amphiphilic ILs remain in the early stages. Taking inspiration from nature, we introduced the concept of lipid-like (or lipid-inspired) ILs more than a decade ago, aiming to create very low-melting, highly lipophilic ILs that are potentially bio-innocuous - a combination of attributes that is frequently antithetical but highly desirable from several application-specific standpoints.

Necrotizing sarcoid granulomatosis.

Purpose Of Review: Necrotizing sarcoid granulomatosis (NSG) is rare. Its various clinical and histological presentations are ambiguous and confusing. Although sometimes limited only to the lungs, other organ systems can be involved.

Cardiac sarcoidosis: a review 2011.

Purpose Of Review: Cardiac involvement in sarcoidosis is not always associated with a wide spread of disease, but when present, has been linked with a relatively poor prognosis. This review will delve into new genetic associations, recently reported clinical manifestations and complementary radiographic tools that aid with diagnosis and follow-up.

Recent Findings: Clinical manifestations, diagnosis and management remain an intricate maze.