Publications by authors named "L H. Grau"

Nd-Fe-B-type permanent magnets, containing approximately 30% critical rare-earth elements by weight, are essential components in renewable energy systems (e.g., wind turbines, hydroelectric generators) and electric vehicles.

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Demagnetization is an essential step for the demounting and safe handling of end-of-life NdFeB. Thermal demagnetization in air is a straightforward option to demount adhesive-fixed or segmented magnets. However, this process is suspected to increase the uptake of contaminants like O, C and Zn from coatings and adhesives, potentially degrading the recyclate quality.

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  • The study focused on improving the diagnosis of dementia with Lewy bodies (DLB), especially in its early stages, when symptoms can overlap with Alzheimer's and Parkinson's disease.
  • Researchers conducted a cross-sectional study comparing newly diagnosed DLB patients to those with Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, and a control group, utilizing transcranial sonography (TCS) to measure specific brain parameters.
  • Results indicated that higher echogenicity in the substantia nigra (SN) and wider frontal horns of lateral ventricles were strong predictors for diagnosing DLB, suggesting these TCS parameters could help differentiate DLB from other neurodegenerative disorders.
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The recycling of NdFeB magnets is necessary to ensure a reliable and ethical supply of rare earth elements as critical raw materials. This has been recognized internationally, prompting the implementation of large-scale legislative measured aimed at its resolution; for example, an ambitious recycling quote has been established in the Critical Raw Materials Act Successful recycling in sufficient quantities is challenged by product designs that do not allow the extraction and recycling of these high-performance permanent magnets without excessive effort and cost. This is particularly true for smaller motors using NdFeB magnets.

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Objective: The opioid overdose crisis continues within the United States, and the role of prescribed opioids and prescribing patterns in overdose deaths remains an important area of research. This study investigated patterns of prescription opioids dispensed in the 12 months before opioid-detected overdose death in Connecticut between May 8, 2016, and January 2, 2018, considering differences by demographic characteristics.

Method: The sample included decedents who had an opioid dispensed within 30 days preceding death.

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