Publications by authors named "M H P Pfeiffer"

Preoperative volume asymmetry in the upper eyelid sulci can pose a challenge in achieving symmetry after upper eyelid blepharoplasty. Reported methods to improve volume asymmetry include the use of soft tissue filler and various surgical techniques. The authors present 6 cases where a central preaponeurotic fat advancement pedicle was utilized during upper eyelid blepharoplasty for improved upper eyelid symmetry (Fig.

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  • The Great Barrier Reef is the largest reef system in the ocean, and its development is influenced by temperature changes over time.
  • Research shows that around 700,000 years ago, a rise in summer sea surface temperatures from about 26°C to 28°C preceded the beginning of reef growth.
  • This increase in temperature likely boosted carbonate production rates, essential for the reef's formation, and allowed the Great Barrier Reef to thrive and evolve continuously.
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  • Photonic crystals (PhCs) are optical structures that manipulate light by creating a photonic band gap (PBG) through their dielectric properties, traditionally fixed and static.
  • Recent advancements target switchable PhCs, especially using vanadium dioxide (VO), which changes its state and optical properties near room temperature, allowing for a reversible adjustment of the PBG.
  • This research introduces a fabrication method for 3D switchable VO photonic crystals, demonstrating significant control over PBG at specific wavelengths in the near-infrared region, paving the way for versatile photonic devices that can adapt their functionalities.
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Molten metal catalysts for methane pyrolysis and dry reforming are becoming recognized for their potential in decarbonization efforts. Their use in bubble column reactors facilitates continuous operation by allowing the produced carbon to float to the surface for removal. While most reported molten metals produce low-value amorphous carbon or graphitic sheets containing some metals, our study introduces a Cu-In alloy that selectively produces high-purity carbon nanofibers.

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Biosensors play key roles in medical research and diagnostics. However, the development of biosensors for new biomolecular targets of interest often involves tedious optimization steps to ensure a high signal response at the analyte concentration of interest. Here we show a modular nanosensor platform that facilitates these steps by offering ways to decouple and independently tune the signal output as well as the response window.

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