Rn-222, Ra-226 and hydrochemistry in the Bauru Aquifer System, Sao Jose do Rio Preto (SP), Brazil

Conselho Nacional de Desenvolvimento Científico e Tecnológico (CNPq)

Rn-222, Rn-220 and other dissolved gases in mineral waters of southeast Brazil

Fundação de Amparo à Pesquisa do Estado de São Paulo (FAPESP)

The use of radon (Rn-222) and volatile organic compounds in monitoring soil gas to localize NAPL contamination at a gas station in Rio Claro, Sao Paulo State, Brazil

This study focuses on the presence of radon (Rn-222) and volatile organic compounds (VOCs) in soil gases at a gas station located in the city of Rio Claro, Sao Paulo, Brazil, where a fossil fuel leak occurred. The spatial distribution results show a correlation between Rn-222 and VOCs, consistent with the fact that radon gas has a greater chemical affinity with organic phases than with water. This finding demonstrates that the presence of a residual hydrocarbon phase in an aquifer can retain radon, leading to a reduced radon content in the soil gas. The data in this study confirm the results of previous investigations, in which the method used in this study provided a preliminary fingerprint of a contaminated area. Furthermore, the data analysis time is brief, and only simple equipment is required. (C) 2014 Published by Elsevier Ltd.

[Iatrogenic preterm births and late preterm births of 340/7 to 366/7 - risks and chances]

Late preterm births with a gestational age of 340/7-366/7 are physiologically, anatomically and metabolically immature and develop medical complications significantly more frequently, have a high morbidity and an elevated mortality. Consideration of this knowledge will in future require new strategies for obstretric, peripartal and neonatal management options that take into account not only maternal risks and demands but also those of the infant.

Caprine PRNP polymorphisms at codons 171, 211, 222 and 240 in a Greek herd and their association with classical scrapie

The association between PRNP variation and scrapie incidence was investigated in a highly affected Greek goat herd. Four mutations were identified at codons 171Q/R, 211R/Q, 222Q/K and 240P/S. Lysine at codon 222 was found to be associated with the protection from natural scrapie (P=0.0111). Glutamine at codon 211 was observed in eight animals, all of them being scrapie-negative, indicating a possible protective role of this polymorphism although statistical analysis failed to support it (P=0.1074). A positive association (P=0.0457) between scrapie-affected goats and the wild-type Q(171)R(211)Q(222)S(240) allele is presented for the first time. In addition, a novel R(171)RQS allele, which is identical to the A(136)R(154)R(171) allele that has been associated with resistance to classical scrapie in sheep, was observed in low frequency. Resistant alleles that include K(222) and Q(211) are absent or rare in sheep and can provide the basis for the development of a feasible breeding programme for scrapie eradication in goats.

Net CO 2 surface emissions at Bern, Switzerland inferred from ambient observations of CO 2 , δ(O 2 /N 2 ), and 222 Rn using a customized radon tracer inversion

The 222Radon tracer method is a powerful tool to estimate local and regional surface emissions of, e.g., greenhouse gases. In this paper we demonstrate that in practice, the method as it is commonly used, produces inaccurate results in case of nonhomogeneously spread emission sources, and we propose a different approach to account for this. We have applied the new methodology to ambient observations of CO2 and 222Radon to estimate CO2 surface emissions for the city of Bern, Switzerland. Furthermore, by utilizing combined measurements of CO2 and δ(O2/N2) we obtain valuable information about the spatial and temporal variability of the main emission sources. Mean net CO2 emissions based on 2 years of observations are estimated at (11.2 ± 2.9) kt km−2 a−1. Oxidative ratios indicate a significant influence from the regional biosphere in summer/spring and fossil fuel combustion processes in winter/autumn. Our data indicate that the emissions from fossil fuels are, to a large degree, related to the combustion of natural gas which is used for heating purposes.

Urgent consultations at the dermatology department of Basel University Hospital, Switzerland: characterisation of patients and setting - a 12-month study with 2,222 patients data and review of the literature.

BACKGROUND Urgent consultations for skin disorders are commonly done in different settings. Scarce data exist about the characteristics of these patients. OBJECTIVE The aim of this study was to analyse specific characteristics of patients receiving an urgent consultation at a dermatology department in a university hospital. METHODS We prospectively recorded the data of all patients having had an urgent consultation during a period of 12 months. RESULTS We registered 2,222 urgent consultations. The most frequent diagnoses were eczemas (24.8%), dermatomycoses (5.1%) and dermatitis not otherwise specified (4.8%). The most frequent treatments were topical steroids, emollients, topical antibiotics, systemic antihistamines, antibiotics and virostatics. 2.2% of patients were hospitalized, 78.8% asked for a consultation for a disease lasting less than 4 weeks, and 6.9% presented the same day as the skin disease appeared. CONCLUSIONS This study shows the characteristics of patients receiving an urgent dermatologic consultation. It underlines the need for collaboration between dermatologists, other physicians, general practitioners and nurses.

Na 50 Nachlass Arthur Schopenhauer - 'Schopenhauer-Archiv', 366 - Ausleihe eines Buches an N.N.

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Na 50 Nachlass Arthur Schopenhauer - 'Schopenhauer-Archiv', 222 - Übersendung von H.R. Sloman seiner Veröffentlichung "Versuch die Differenzialrechnung auf andre als die bisherige Weise zu begründen" (1856)

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Na 1 Nachlass Max Horkheimer, 502 - Korrespondenzen mit Theodor W. Adorno (p. VI 1, 269 - 366; VI 1 A, 1 - 55)

Briefwechsel zwischen Max Horkheimer und Theodor W. Adorno, 1927 - 1938; 1 Brief von Theodor W. Adorno an Hans F. Redlich, 1938; 1 Brief von Max Horkheimer an United States of America General Consul in Stuttgart, 1938; 1 Brief von Rudolph Kolisch an Theodor W. Adorno, 1938; 1 Brief von Paul F. Lazarsfeld an Theodor W. Adorno, 1938; 2 Briefe von Theodor W. Adorno an Paul F. Lazarsfeld, 1938; 1 Brief von Hanna Maaß an Gretel Adorno, 1937; Briefwechsel und Beilagen zwischen Max Horkheimer, Theodor W. Adorno und Gretel Adorno, 1939 - 1940; 1 Brief (Entwurf) von Theodor W. Adorno an Robert M. Hutchins, 1940; 4 Briefe von Friedrich Pollock an Theodor W. Adorno, 1940; 2 Briefe von Margot von Mendelssohn an Theodor W. Adorno, 1940; 2 Briefe von Theodor W. Adorno an Margot von Mendelssohn, 1940; 1 Brief von Franz L. Neumann an Theodor W. Adorno, 1940; 1 Brief (Entwurf von T.W. Adorno) von Max Horkheimer an Mrs. Charles E. Mitchell, 1940; 1 Brief und Beilage von Gretel Adorno an Frederick Wild, 1939; 1 Brief von French und Co. Eifert an Gretel Adorno, 1939; 2 Briefe von Theodor W. Adorno an Herbert W. Schneider, 1939; 1 Brief von Theodor W. Adorno an Jean Wahl, 1939; 1 Brief von Max Horkheimer an Roger M. Howson von der Columbia University Library in New York, 1939;

Na 1 Nachlass Max Horkheimer, 518 - Korrespondenzen mit Walter Benjamin (Kopien) (p. VI 5, 152 - 366)

75 Briefe (Kopien) zwischen Max Horkheimer und Walter Benjamin;