Publications by authors named "M T J van der Meer"
Autophagy-lysosomal degradation is a conserved homeostatic process considered to be crucial for cardiac morphogenesis. However, both its cell specificity and functional role during heart development remain unclear. Here, we introduced zebrafish models to visualize autophagic vesicles and track their temporal and cellular localization in the larval heart.
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- Traumatic brain injury (TBI) is a serious health issue worldwide, leading to high rates of death and long-term disability, prompting exploration into treatments like tranexamic acid (TXA) for potential benefits.
- This systematic review analyzed data from 12 randomized controlled trials (RCTs) with nearly 37,500 patients, focusing on TXA's effects on overall mortality and complications like DVT and stroke in TBI patients.
- Results showed that TXA significantly reduced total mortality compared to placebo without increasing risks for thromboembolic events, and there were no significant differences in the need for neurosurgery or other major complications.
Cerebral air embolism (CAE) is a rare but life-threatening condition often associated with trauma, such as chest and skull injuries, which allow air to enter the venous system, as well as medical procedures and surgical interventions. It can occur during the insertion of peripheral cannulas or central midline catheters, following lung biopsy procedures, or during vascular surgeries, particularly those involving the head and neck region. CAE can also develop during the removal of central venous cannulas, as air may enter the bloodstream in the process.
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- Tandem solar cells enhance efficiency beyond single-junction cells by using low bandgap materials, achieved by substituting lead with tin in perovskite structures.
- The study introduces a scalable method for creating formamidinium lead tin iodide films through sequential thermal evaporation, resulting in highly oriented and crystalline layers.
- Key findings reveal that sTE films exhibit better photoconductance compared to traditional spin-coated samples, with impressive carrier lifetimes and mobilities, highlighting the technique's efficacy for high-quality low bandgap perovskite materials.
Context is key: ethical considerations related to consent and study design in acute cardiac care research.
Eur Heart J Acute Cardiovasc Care
December 2024