Ervi, the intraspecific Barbera x Croatina crossbreed: first growing and winemaking experiences in Lombardia (northwest of Italy)

Barbera and Croatina are the two most important grapevine varieties characterizing wines from several districts in North-West of Italy; they coexist on the hilly territories sited south of the Po river (historically known as “western-cispadana” area) where they are also blended together to obtain local wines such as Buttafuoco and Rosso Oltrepo Pavese in Lombardia, and Gutturnio in Emilia Romagna. Ervi is an intraspecific crossbreed between Barbera and Croatina performed in the ‘70s and selected over the last decades in order to improve some agronomical traits of both parents. The present study represents the first characterization of development, production and enological performance of the cv. Ervi in Lombardia and, more specifically, in the Oltrepo Pavese wine district. Long-term results related to a field-based assessment as well as the sensory profiling of wines produced at a micro scale are reported. When compared to Barbera and Croatina, Ervi shows improved productivity respect to Croatina and a better composition as compared to both its parents. Results recommend the introduction of the cv. Ervi in Lombardia for the production of high quality red wines.

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Characterization of morphology and function of the ‘neo-atria’ after a modified Mustard operation

Global Cardiology Science and Practice ◽

10.21542/gcsp.2021.21 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 2021 (3) ◽

Author(s):

Mohamed Nagy ◽

Hatem Hosny ◽

Amr El Sawy ◽

Ahmed Mahgoub ◽

Magdi H Yacoub

Keyword(s):

Contractile Function ◽

Postoperative Recovery ◽

Long Term Results ◽

3D Segmentation ◽

Mustard Operation ◽

The Right ◽

And Function ◽

Atrial Systole

Background: There is a pressing need to improve early and long-term results of the Mustard operation. A modification of the operation was introduced at the Aswan Heart Centre for this purpose which relies on creating new functional atria rather than the two rigid channels in the classical Mustard operation.Objectives: To evaluate the morphology and function of the neo-atria, shortly after modified mustard operation for a ‘neglected’ patient with TGA, VSD and severe pulmonary hypertension.Methods: A 6-year-old with neglected TGA, VSD and pulmonary hypertension presented with severe cyanosis, clubbing and haemoconcentration (Hb 22 g/dL), underwent the modified Aswan-Mustard operation (MAM) with rapid smooth postoperative recovery. Repeated 2D echograms and multi-slice CT scans, followed by 3D segmentation, were performed after the operation. The size, shape, and morphology of the neo-atria were measured and measurements of the patterns of instantaneous filling and emptying of the right and left ventricles were quantified.Results: The neo-systemic venous atrium consisted of three components with a combined volume of 78 mL/m2, all of which contributed to the reservoir, conduit, and importantly contractile function of the neo-atrium. The pulmonary venous atrium consisted of two components with a combined volume of 66 mL/m2. These measurements were made at atrial end diastole. The volumes of the systemic venous and the pulmonary venous diminished to 51 and 54 mL/m2, respectively, at the end atrial systole - indicating relatively preserved contractile functions.

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Characterization of TAPE-Gelatin as a Potential Bioadhesive

Key Engineering Materials ◽

10.4028/www.scientific.net/kem.833.189 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol 833 ◽

pp. 189-193

Author(s):

Angelica Aira A. Ayalin ◽

Bernell Merwyn S. Go ◽

Gail Edselle S. Reyes ◽

Terence Tumolva

Keyword(s):

Inguinal Hernia ◽

Production Cost ◽

Long Term Results ◽

Medical Field ◽

Hernia Sac ◽

New Class ◽

New Material ◽

Medical Adhesive

Bioadhesives have much potential in the medical field as an alternative to sutures in internal surgery. They are easier to use and have better long-term results. Improvement of a new class of adhesives, tannic acid-polyethylene glycol (TAPE), was done by mixing it with gelatin, since it was found that TAPE alone could not be applied to certain internal applications like in inguinal hernia. It failed to close a fresh inguinal hernia sac. Characterization tests were done on the new material, TAPE-gelatin, which proved to have a tissue adhesion strength of 0.41 MPa which is 5 times greater than fibrin glue, good blood biocompatibility with blood clotting index of 97.46%, burst pressure strength that can withstand 1000 mL that is 10 times more than the volume in the peritoneal cavity, and cheaper, with a production cost of Php28.50, than commercially available bioadhesives, which can reach up to Php2,000 – Php30,000 per application. With its desirable properties, cheaper production cost, and large potential for scalability, TAPE-gelatin as a new candidate for medical adhesive was established.

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MODERN LASER TECHNOLOGIES IN ENDODONTICS

The actual problems in dentistry ◽

10.18481/2077-7566-20-16-4-20-24 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 16 (4) ◽

pp. 20-24

Author(s):

Aleksandra Polevaya ◽

Eleonora Borisova ◽

Larisa Polevaya

Keyword(s):

Laser Radiation ◽

Dental Treatment ◽

Endodontic Treatment ◽

Long Term Results ◽

Cochrane Library ◽

Pulp Tissue ◽

High Quality ◽

Laser Technologies

Subject. Pulp tissue diseases are characterized by a wide prevalence, which makes it possible to consider the quality of endodontic dental treatment one of the most urgent problems of modern dentistry. High-quality treatment of complicated forms of caries is the prevention of odontogenic inflammatory processes, which include periodontitis, periostitis, osteomyelitis, abscess and phlegmon. Therefore, new tools and methods of treatment of complicated forms of caries are proposed, aimed at long-term preservation of teeth as a functional unit of the dental system. Objective: to analyze modern laser technologies in the treatment of complicated forms of caries. Materials and methods. The study was based on the search and study of original articles on the endodontic treatment of complicated forms of caries using laser radiation in the databases: Russian state library, eLibrary, PubMed, the Cochrane Library, Google Scholar. The main selection of materials was carried out by keywords. Results. The literature review describes the positive properties of laser radiation, its mechanism of action, the basics of its use in endodontic treatment, and its application in various branches of dentistry. Conclusions. Analyzing the literature data, we can conclude that the use of laser technologies in the treatment of complicated forms of caries is promising. It is possible to achieve high-quality cleaning of the root canal system and the best long-term results. However, the literature does not sufficiently cover the use of Er, Cr:YSGG laser with a wavelength of 2780 nm in the treatment of purulent pulpitis and pulp necrosis. In addition, taking into account the possibility of using lasers at a therapeutic appointment, it is possible to significantly improve the professional level of a dentist, improving the quality of dental care, reducing the number of complications and preventing various dental diseases.

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Ampelographic and oenological characterization of the ancient grapevine cv. Dobričić grown in the coastal region of Croatia

OENO One ◽

10.20870/oeno-one.2012.46.4.1530 ◽

2012 ◽

Vol 46 (4) ◽

pp. 263

Author(s):

Goran Zdunić ◽

Irena Budić-Leto ◽

Urska Vrhovsek ◽

Iva Tomić-Potrebuješ ◽

Edi Maletić

Keyword(s):

Coastal Region ◽

Red Wines ◽

High Quality ◽

Virus Incidence ◽

High Virus ◽

First Time ◽

Outstanding Quality ◽

Selection Of

Aims:A four-year study (2007 through 2010) was carried out to determine agronomic, biological, and oenological characteristics of Dobričić grapevines so as to evaluate this cultivar and protect it from extinction.Methods and results: 38 characteristics from the OIV descriptor list were used to describe young shoot, mature leaf, cluster, and berry morphology of Dobričić grapevines. The dimensions of an average leaf were constructed from measured leaf variables. A typical Dobričić genotype at nine microsatellite loci is presented. ELISA analysis revealed high virus incidence and all samples tested were GLRaV-3 positive. The profile of different classes of polyphenols in Dobričić wine was determined using HPLC and spectrophotometry. The concentrations of polyphenols in Dobričić wine, especially anthocyanins, hydroxycinnamic acids and stilbenes, were high compared to major red wines reported in the literature. Descriptive sensory analysis was carried out to determine the aroma attributes describing a Dobričić monovarietal wine.Conclusion: Knowledge of the biodiversity of the grapevine cultivars of Croatia is still scant. This study provides for the first time ampelographic and oenological information on Dobričić grapevines and demonstrates its high quality potential.Significance and impact of the study: The results of the ampelographic characterization would be helpful in the identification and selection of Dobričić for cultivation in certain vine-growing areas. The outstanding quality of Dobričić makes it very promising for wine blending (colour improvement) and plant breeding purposes.

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NEW PRODUCT INTRODUCTION PHASE IN RELATION TO SUPPLY CHAIN PLANNING PROCESSES

Zeszyty Naukowe Uniwersytetu Gdańskiego Ekonomika Transportu i Logistyka ◽

10.5604/01.3001.0010.5732 ◽

2017 ◽

Vol 71 (0) ◽

pp. 0-0

Author(s):

Alicja Krzemińska

Keyword(s):

Supply Chain ◽

New Product Development ◽

New Products ◽

New Product ◽

New Product Introduction ◽

Long Term Results ◽

Product Introduction ◽

Planning Processes

The article presents the role and importance of sharing information about new product implementation by sales, marketing and R&D departments with supply chain part of the organization. In the introduction has been showed conventional attitude to the new product development phase. Then has been presented modern collaborative approach which allows to include new products in short-term and long-term plans of the company. Next, a detailed, theoretical and practical characterization of planning processes has been made with products being taken into account which become the part of a finished goods portfolio. Then, basing on examples taken from FMCG company the long term results of not including new products in plans on time have been shown. To conclude, a short summary has been made.

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Characterization of Anthocyanins and Anthocyanin-Derivatives in Red Wines during Ageing in Custom Oxygenation Oak Wood Barrels

Molecules ◽

10.3390/molecules26010064 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol 26 (1) ◽

pp. 64

Author(s):

Samanta Prat-García ◽

Joana Oliveira ◽

Maria del Alamo-Sanza ◽

Victor de Freitas ◽

Ignacio Nevares ◽

...

Keyword(s):

Red Wine ◽

Red Wines ◽

High Quality ◽

Tentative Identification ◽

Oak Wood ◽

Determining Factors ◽

Oak Barrels ◽

One Year ◽

Monomeric Anthocyanins

The ageing of wines in oak barrels is a key stage in the production of high-quality red wines, with the type of oak chosen and the amount of oxygen received by the wine being the determining factors of the process. This work analyses the effect of ageing the same red wine in barrels with different oxygenation rates for one year (OTR), specifically the effect on the evolution of anthocyanins, their derivatives and the appearance of new pigments according to the oxygen dosage in barrels. Results show that wines aged in High-Wood-OTR barrels have a large quantity of monomeric anthocyanins and wine aged in Low-Wood-OTR barrels presents a major intensity of colour. Moreover, using LC-MS analysis, it was possible to detect and identify different families of anthocyanin derivatives, including the tentative identification of two new aldehyde-flavanol-methylpyranoanthocyanin pigments.

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