Although widely studied experimentally in the 1990s, the structure and properties of low-dimensional or high-pressure phases of fullerenes have recently been re-examined. Remarkably, recent experiments have shown that transparent, nearly pure amorphous sp3-bonded carbon phases can be obtained by heating a C60 molecular crystal at a high pressure. With the additional aim of testing the ability of three classical carbon potentials reactive empirical bond order, environment-dependent interatomic potential, and reactive force-field to reproduce these results, we investigate the details of the structural transformations undergone by fullerene crystals over a wide range of pressures and temperatures.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFAccurate air pollution prediction is vital for residents' well-being. This research introduces a secure air quality monitoring system using neural networks and blockchain for robust analysis, precise predictions, and early pollution detection. Blockchain guarantees data integrity, security, and transparency.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFIntroduction: Lightheadedness, syncope, dyspnea, chest pain, palpitation, loss of consciousness (LOC) or malaise are a frequent reason for consultation in school-age children (SAC). The yield of holter monitoring (HM) in the investigation of these symptoms in SAC is still controversial given the scarce studies.
Aim: To determine the prevalence of baseline ECG abnormalities and those detected in HM in SAC, and to assess the predictive factors of abnormal HM test.
World J Pediatr Congenit Heart Surg
January 2024
Double-chambered left ventricle (DCLV) is a rare congenital cardiac lesion. It is usually an incidental finding in children and young adults. Diagnosis during fetal life is exceedingly rare.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground: Tetralogy of Fallot (TOF) is the most common cyanotic congenital heart disease. It is generally diagnosed and surgically repaired early in life, with good overall outcomes.
Case Presentation: We report the case of a patient incidentally diagnosed with paucisymptomatic TOF at the age of 56 years old, during investigations for carbon monoxide poisoning.