To investigate the behaviour of recycled aggregate concrete (RAC) under combined compression and shear stresses, 75 hollow cylinder specimens prepared with various replacement ratios of recycled coarse aggregate (RCA) were tested with a self-designed loading device.The results showed that the failure pattern was similar for RAC with different repla
Therapeutic Area: Other: CV Surgery Case Presentation: A 66-year-old man presented with severe symptomatic bicuspid aortic stenosis and New York Heart Association class III chronic diastolic congestive heart failure.Despite being evaluated by the heart team and considering surgical aortic valve replacement, he opted for TAVR.During his procedure, s
Digitalised supply-chain traceability systems can offer wide prospects both for improving safety as well as enhancing perceived quality.However, the coupling between physical goods and information is often difficult for agri-food items.A solution could be the use of RFID (Radio Frequency IDentification) systems.Due to its wide reading range, Ultra-
Corruption in science is a significant problem in the United States and internationally, JVN especially in fields that impact perceived economic growth.While many reputable journals have published on scientific integrity, we recognize a need to provide ongoing critical attention to the diverse means used to manipulate science and science policy.Thi
The new collections of Truck Bed Mat Anthracoidea buxbaumii Kukkonen on Carex buxbaumii Wahlenb.and Anthracoidea hostianae B.Lindeb.ex Nannf.on Carex lepidocarpa Tausch recorded in the calcareous mires in South-East Poland are described, illustrated and discussed.The holotype of the latter smut is also re-examined, described and illustrated in deta