Publications by authors named "Marta Barbaresi"
J Anal Toxicol
November 2024
Article Synopsis
- - The study investigates the distribution of the synthetic cathinone MDPHP in post-mortem specimens of a 30-year-old man, highlighting high concentrations in urine and gastric content, suggesting potentially lethal levels.
- - Various toxicological analyses, including gas chromatography and liquid chromatography, were used to measure MDPHP and other substances, with no evidence of recent cocaine injection found.
- - Findings indicated that MDPHP levels were significantly higher compared to previously reported fatal cases, leading the researchers to conclude that the individual's death was likely due to MDPHP overdose.
Forensic Sci Med Pathol
September 2024
Article Synopsis
- * A study involving students from three universities evaluated their alcohol consumption through questionnaires and a scientific method (hEtG analysis), finding that 77.1% of samples either tested negative for alcohol metabolites or showed very low levels, suggesting minimal chronic excessive drinking.
- * The research revealed low self-reported abstinence from alcohol (only 2.8%) compared to higher rates for tobacco (65.3%) and coffee (16.7%), indicating a potential opportunity for public health initiatives to promote responsible drinking habits among students.
