Publications by authors named "M Irene Baldi"

A 46-year-old female complained of cough and dyspnea. A chest X-ray and CT scan showed a solitary subpleural pulmonary nodule in the left upper lobe. Surgical resection was performed.

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This work aims to assess the use of electroencephalographic (EEG) signals as a means of biometric authentication. More than 240 recordings, each lasting 2 min, were gathered from 20 subjects involved in the data collection. Data include the results of experiments performed both in a resting state and in the presence of auditory stimuli.

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This paper presents a collection of datasets holding information on the energy and climate action plans of 6,850 municipalities, taking part in the transnational initiative of the Global Covenant of Mayors (GCoM). This collection includes commitments for reducing net GHG emissions by at least 20% by 2020, 55% by 2030 and becoming climate neutral by 2050. The signatories commit to addressing any of the three pillars of the initiative, namely climate change mitigation, adaptation and energy access.

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Background: The dual existence of Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus (T2DM) and obesity within a single individual may describe a combined adverse health effects, including impaired quality of life and increased risk for cardiovascular diseases (CVDs). Oxidative stress is a contributing factor to the pathogenesis of obesity. Meanwhile, dietary antioxidants may improve the antioxidant defense system and thereby decrease oxidative injury.

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Lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender individuals ( people with minoritized sexual orientation and/or gender identities) have limited legal rights and access to resources because of their marginalized status in society. These limitations are associated with notable health disparities and increase experiences of minority stress. For those in a romantic relationship, being able to communicate and cope with one's partner-dyadic coping-can help buffer stress' deleterious effects on well-being.

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