Classification of Vietnamese Cashew Nut ( L.) Products Using Statistical Algorithms Based on ICP/MS Data: A Study of Food Categorization.

Fingerprinting techniques, which utilize the unique chemical and physical properties of food samples, have emerged as a promising approach for food authentication and traceability. Recent studies have demonstrated significant advancements in food authentication through the use of fingerprinting methods, such as multivariate statistical analysis techniques applied to trace elements and isotope ratios. However, further research is required to optimize these methods and ensure their validity and reliability in real-world applications.

MASCC/ESMO/EAPC survey of palliative programs.

Background: Palliative care program structure is important to integrating palliative services into cancer care. A first step in understanding the structure of palliative care programs is to survey existing programs.

Method: This data was generated from members of MASCC, the European Society of Medical Oncology (ESMO), and the European Association of Palliative Care (EAPC) who completed the surveys on the website.

Melanoma. Associated antigens in benign melanocytic disorders.

Three instances of depigmentation occurring in children with congenital large nevocytic nevi are reported. Serologic studies for tumour-associated antigens to melanoma were performed by indirect immunofluorescence and complement fixation on these patients and others with benign melanocytic disorders. Positive reactivity in several children was observed.