Hydatid disease is a parasitic zoonosis prevalent in sheep-rearing areas.The lung is the second most commonly involved organ following the liver.Intra-thoracic and extra-pulmonary hydatid disease is rare and can affect the mediastinum, heart, Toolbox diaphragm, pleura, and chest wall.Uncommon locations represent a diagnostic challenge.We report cli
Determination of astringent taste in model solutions and in beverages
The astringent taste is important for the sensory hair perming neck tray quality of beverages.Perception thresholds of two important astringent compounds - tannic acid and (+)-catechin were determined using two procedures.The concentration-intensity dependence was linear at low concentrations and up to medium intensities of the astringent taste if
Investigation of the use of waste mineral additives in ultra-high-performance concrete
This study examined the effects of various waste materials on the properties of ultra-high-performance concrete (UHPC), along with their designs and ideal mix ratios.Several UHPC mixtures have been developed using the Taguchi L16 method, which generally forms part of the experimental programs for evaluating the properties of UHPCs.Furthermore, the
Aerosol emission in professional singing of classical music
Abstract In this study, emission rates of aerosols emitted by professional singers were measured with a laser particle counter under cleanroom conditions.The emission rates during singing varied between 753 and 6093 particles/sec with a median of 1537 particles/sec.Emission rates for singing were compared with data for breathing and speaking.Signif