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The challenges posed by equine arboviruses (2018)
Journal Article
Chapman, G. E., Baylis, M., Archer, D., & Daly, J. M. (2018). The challenges posed by equine arboviruses. Equine Veterinary Journal, 50(4), 436-445. https://doi.org/10.1111/evj.12829

Equine populations worldwide are at increasing risk of infection by viruses transmitted by biting arthropods including mosquitoes, biting midges (Culicoides), sandflies and ticks. These include the flaviviruses (Japanese encephalitis, West Nile and M... Read More about The challenges posed by equine arboviruses.

Water-in-oil-in-water double emulsion for the delivery of starter cultures in reduced-salt moromi fermentation of soy sauce (2018)
Journal Article
Devanthi, P. V. P., Linforth, R., El Kadri, H., & Gkatzionis, K. (2018). Water-in-oil-in-water double emulsion for the delivery of starter cultures in reduced-salt moromi fermentation of soy sauce. Food Chemistry, 257, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.foodchem.2018.03.022

This study investigated the application of water-oil-water (W1/O/W2) double emulsions (DE) for yeast encapsulation and sequential inoculation of Zygosaccharomyces rouxii and Tetragenococcus halophilus in moromi stage of soy sauce fermentation with re... Read More about Water-in-oil-in-water double emulsion for the delivery of starter cultures in reduced-salt moromi fermentation of soy sauce.

Prediction of enteric methane production, yield and intensity in dairy cattle using an intercontinental database (2018)
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Niu, M., Kebreab, E., Hristov, A. N., Oh, J., Arndt, C., Bannink, A., …Yu, Z. (2018). Prediction of enteric methane production, yield and intensity in dairy cattle using an intercontinental database. Global Change Biology, 24(8), https://doi.org/10.1111/gcb.14094

Enteric methane (CH₄) production from cattle contributes to global greenhouse gas emissions. Measurement of enteric CH₄ is complex, expensive and impractical at large scales; therefore, models are commonly used to predict CH₄ production. However, bui... Read More about Prediction of enteric methane production, yield and intensity in dairy cattle using an intercontinental database.

A feasibility study for NOn-Traditional providers to support the management of Elderly People with Anxiety and Depression: the NOTEPAD study Protocol (2018)
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Burroughs, H., Bartlam, B., Kingstone, T., Shepherd, T., Ogollah, R. O., Proctor, J., …Chew-Graham, C. (2018). A feasibility study for NOn-Traditional providers to support the management of Elderly People with Anxiety and Depression: the NOTEPAD study Protocol. Trials, 19, Article 172. https://doi.org/10.1186/s13063-018-2550-6

BACKGROUND: Anxiety and depression are common among older people, with up to 20% reporting such symptoms, and the prevalence increases with co-morbid chronic physical health problems. Access to treatment for anxiety and depression in this population... Read More about A feasibility study for NOn-Traditional providers to support the management of Elderly People with Anxiety and Depression: the NOTEPAD study Protocol.

Laser drilling of microholes in single crystal silicon using continuous wave (CW) 1070 nm fiber lasers with millisecond pulse widths (2018)
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Maclean, J. O., Hodson, J., Tangkijcharoenchai, C., Al-Ojaili, S., Rodsavas, S., Coomber, S., & Voisey, K. (2018). Laser drilling of microholes in single crystal silicon using continuous wave (CW) 1070 nm fiber lasers with millisecond pulse widths. Lasers in Engineering, 39(1-2),

The laser microdrilling of via holes in Si semiconductor wafers was studied using 1 ms pulses from an Yb fibre laser with 1070 nm wavelength. Optical microscopy and cross‑sectional analysis were used to quantify hole dimensions, the distribution of r... Read More about Laser drilling of microholes in single crystal silicon using continuous wave (CW) 1070 nm fiber lasers with millisecond pulse widths.

An investigation into whether the laser drilling capabilities of a 2kW fibre laser can be enhanced using pulse train shaping (2018)
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Markcoons, D., & Voisey, K. (2018). An investigation into whether the laser drilling capabilities of a 2kW fibre laser can be enhanced using pulse train shaping. Lasers in Engineering, 39(1-2),

In long, ms, pulsed melt ejected based laser drilling of metals pulse train shaping has previously improved drilling efficiency. This work investigates if pulse train shaping can be exploited in the laser drilling of 0.8-2 mm mild steel with a 1070 n... Read More about An investigation into whether the laser drilling capabilities of a 2kW fibre laser can be enhanced using pulse train shaping.

Associations between genomic stratification of breast cancer and centrally reviewed tumour pathology in the METABRIC cohort (2018)
Journal Article
Mukherjee, A., Russell, R., Chin, S., Liu, B., Rueda, O., Ali, H., …Provenzano, E. (2018). Associations between genomic stratification of breast cancer and centrally reviewed tumour pathology in the METABRIC cohort. npj Breast Cancer, 4(1), Article 5. https://doi.org/10.1038/s41523-018-0056-8

The integration of genomic and transcriptomic profiles of 2000 breast tumours from the METABRIC [Molecular Taxonomy of Breast Cancer International Consortium] cohort revealed ten subtypes, termed integrative clusters (IntClust/s), characterised by di... Read More about Associations between genomic stratification of breast cancer and centrally reviewed tumour pathology in the METABRIC cohort.

Synthesis and thermoelectric properties of 2- and 2,8-substituted tetrathiotetracenes (2018)
Journal Article
Robert Garrett, M., Durán-Peña, M. J., Lewis, W., Pudzs, K., Uzulis, J., Mihailovs, I., …Woodward, S. (2018). Synthesis and thermoelectric properties of 2- and 2,8-substituted tetrathiotetracenes. Journal of Materials Chemistry C, 6(13), 3403-3409. https://doi.org/10.1039/c8tc00073e

Reaction of elemental sulfur with 2-R1 and 2,8-R1,R2-substituted tetracenes (2) in refluxing DMF affords 5,6,11,12 tetrathiotetracenes (1) in good yields (74-99%) for a range of substituents where R1,R2 are: H,H (a); Me,H (b); MeO,H (c); Ph,H (d); Me... Read More about Synthesis and thermoelectric properties of 2- and 2,8-substituted tetrathiotetracenes.

Comparison of gene transfection and cytotoxicity mechanisms of linear poly(amidoamine) and branched poly(ethyleneimine) polyplexes (2018)
Journal Article
Almulathanon, A. A., Ranucci, E., Ferruti, P., Garnett, M. C., & Bosquillon, C. (2018). Comparison of gene transfection and cytotoxicity mechanisms of linear poly(amidoamine) and branched poly(ethyleneimine) polyplexes. Pharmaceutical Research, 35(4), Article 86. https://doi.org/10.1007/s11095-017-2328-7

Purpose: This study aimed to further explore the mechanisms behind the ability of certain linear polyamidoamines (PAAs) to transfect cells with minimal cytotoxicity. Methods: The transfection efficiency of DNA complexed with a PAA of a molecular we... Read More about Comparison of gene transfection and cytotoxicity mechanisms of linear poly(amidoamine) and branched poly(ethyleneimine) polyplexes.

Synthesis and in vitro phototoxicity of multifunctional Zn(II)meso-tetrakis(4-carboxyphenyl)porphyrin-coated gold nanoparticles assembled via axial coordination with imidazole ligands (2018)
Journal Article
Alea-Reyes, M. E., Penon, O., García Calavia, P., Marín, M. J., Russell, D. A., & Pérez-García, L. (2018). Synthesis and in vitro phototoxicity of multifunctional Zn(II)meso-tetrakis(4-carboxyphenyl)porphyrin-coated gold nanoparticles assembled via axial coordination with imidazole ligands. Journal of Colloid and Interface Science, 521, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jcis.2018.03.014

Hypothesis Metalloporphyrins are extensively investigated for their ability to form reactive oxygen species and as potent photosensitisers for use in photodynamic therapy. However, their hydrophobicity generally causes solubility issues concerning... Read More about Synthesis and in vitro phototoxicity of multifunctional Zn(II)meso-tetrakis(4-carboxyphenyl)porphyrin-coated gold nanoparticles assembled via axial coordination with imidazole ligands.

Reversibility of the Mullins effect for extending the life of rubber components (2018)
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Corby, M., & De Focatiis, D. S. A. (2019). Reversibility of the Mullins effect for extending the life of rubber components. Plastics, Rubber and Composites, 48(1), 24-31. https://doi.org/10.1080/14658011.2018.1443384

This paper investigates the recovery of the Mullins effect by heat-treatment of predeformed (300% tensile strain) carbon-black filled ethylene-propylene-diene rubber (EPDM) in an air-circulating oven. The tensile response was measured, and the secant... Read More about Reversibility of the Mullins effect for extending the life of rubber components.

Care coordination for older people in England: Does context shape approach? (2018)
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Abendstern, M., Jasper, R., Hughes, J., Loynes, N., Sutcliffe, C., & Challis, D. (2019). Care coordination for older people in England: Does context shape approach?. Journal of Social Work, 19(4), 427-449. https://doi.org/10.1177/1468017318762654

© The Author(s) 2018. Summary: Policy and practice developments in adult social care in England and elsewhere recognise the increasing role of the non-statutory sector. Care coordination services are central to the delivery of tailored support. This... Read More about Care coordination for older people in England: Does context shape approach?.

Electrochemical Sensor for Bilirubin Detection Using Screen Printed Electrodes Functionalized with Carbon Nanotubes and Graphene (2018)
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Thangamuthu, M., Gabriel, W., Santschi, C., & Martin, O. (2018). Electrochemical Sensor for Bilirubin Detection Using Screen Printed Electrodes Functionalized with Carbon Nanotubes and Graphene. Sensors, 18(3), Article 800. https://doi.org/10.3390/s18030800

Practice oriented point-of-care diagnostics require easy-to-handle, miniaturized, and low-cost analytical tools. In a novel approach, screen printed carbon electrodes (SPEs), which were functionalized with nanomaterials, are employed for selective me... Read More about Electrochemical Sensor for Bilirubin Detection Using Screen Printed Electrodes Functionalized with Carbon Nanotubes and Graphene.

A multicentre integration of a computer-led follow-up of prostate cancer is valid and safe (2018)
Journal Article
Salem, H. A., Salem, H. A., Caddeo, G., McFarlane, J., Patel, K., Cochrane, L., …Lund, J. (2018). A multicentre integration of a computer-led follow-up of prostate cancer is valid and safe. BJU International, 122(3), 418-426. https://doi.org/10.1111/bju.14157

© 2018 The Authors BJU International published by John Wiley & Sons Ltd on behalf of BJU International Objective: To test a computer-led follow-up service for prostate cancer in two UK hospitals; the testing aimed to validate the computer expert sy... Read More about A multicentre integration of a computer-led follow-up of prostate cancer is valid and safe.

Proteomic Identification of Interferon-Induced Proteins with Tetratricopeptide Repeats as Markers of M1 Macrophage Polarization (2018)
Journal Article
Huang, C., Lewis, C., Borg, N. A., Canals, M., Diep, H., Drummond, G. R., …Stone, M. J. (2018). Proteomic Identification of Interferon-Induced Proteins with Tetratricopeptide Repeats as Markers of M1 Macrophage Polarization. Journal of Proteome Research, 17(4), 1485-1499. https://doi.org/10.1021/acs.jproteome.7b00828

Macrophages, which accumulate in tissues during inflammation, may be polarized toward pro-inflammatory (M1) or tissue reparative (M2) phenotypes. The balance between these phenotypes can have a substantial influence on the outcome of inflammatory dis... Read More about Proteomic Identification of Interferon-Induced Proteins with Tetratricopeptide Repeats as Markers of M1 Macrophage Polarization.

Three-dimensional plant architecture and sunlit-shaded patterns: a stochastic model of light dynamics in canopies (2018)
Working Paper
Retkute, R., Townsend, A. J., Murchie, E. H., Jensen, O. E., & Preston, S. P. Three-dimensional plant architecture and sunlit-shaded patterns: a stochastic model of light dynamics in canopies

Background and Aims Diurnal changes in solar position and intensity combined with the structural complexity of plant architecture result in highly variable and dynamic light patterns within the plant canopy. This affects productivity through the comp... Read More about Three-dimensional plant architecture and sunlit-shaded patterns: a stochastic model of light dynamics in canopies.

Measurement and monitoring of safety: impact and challenges of putting a conceptual framework into practice (2018)
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Macrae, C., Chatburn, E., Carthey, J., & Vincent, C. (2018). Measurement and monitoring of safety: impact and challenges of putting a conceptual framework into practice. BMJ Quality and Safety, 27(10), 818-826. https://doi.org/10.1136/bmjqs-2017-007175

The Measurement and Monitoring of Safety Framework provides a conceptual model to guide organisations in assessing safety. The Health Foundation funded a large-scale programme to assess the value and impact of applying the Framework in regional and... Read More about Measurement and monitoring of safety: impact and challenges of putting a conceptual framework into practice.

Removed material volume calculations in CNC milling by exploiting CAD functionality (2018)
Journal Article
Benardos, P., & Vosniakos, G. (2018). Removed material volume calculations in CNC milling by exploiting CAD functionality. International Journal of Computer Aided Engineering and Technology, 10(5), https://doi.org/10.1504/IJCAET.2018.10013720

Material removal volume calculations in machining processes are important in a variety of milling simulation applications, including material removal rate estimation and machining force calculation. In this paper two different approaches are presente... Read More about Removed material volume calculations in CNC milling by exploiting CAD functionality.

Walking speed, cognitive function and dementia risk in the English Longitudinal Study (2018)
Journal Article
Hackett, R. A., Davies, H., Cadar, D., Orrell, M., & Steptoe, A. (2018). Walking speed, cognitive function and dementia risk in the English Longitudinal Study. Journal of the American Geriatrics Society, 66(9), 1670-1675. https://doi.org/10.1111/jgs.15312

Background: Physical and cognitive function decline with age. Slow walking speed has been associated with negative health outcomes and dementia is often preceded by cognitive decline. This study investigated walking speed, cognitive function and the... Read More about Walking speed, cognitive function and dementia risk in the English Longitudinal Study.