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Resource recovery through catalytic cracking of waste plastics
Authors: Parikh P. A. , Rotliwala Y. C.
Published: August 2008

Various technological methods are being developed to overcome the drawback of plastics, namely, their non-biodegradability. Conversion of waste plastics into fuels is one of the best means of conserving valuable petroleum resources in addition to protecting the environment by limiting the volume of non-degradable waste. Catalytic—rather than thermal—decomposition of plastics allows higher selectivity of products in the boiling point range of liquid fuels, for example, diesel and gasoline. In this context, an attempt has been made to review the relevant literature dealing with catalytic decomposition of waste plastics into liquid fuels. The paper also addresses the effects of different properties of catalysts, for example pore system, pore size, crystal size, Si/Al ratio of zeolites, and acidities, on product distribution.
Effects of dietborne copper and silver on reproduction by Ceriodaphnia dubia
Authors: Kolts Jason M. , Boese Connie J. , Meyer Joseph S.
Published: August 2008

Recent studies have indicated the potential for dietborne metals as an important exposure pathway for metal toxicity in freshwater organisms. We conducted a study in which freshwater cladocerans (Ceriodaphnia dubia) were fed green algae (either Pseudokirchneriella subcapitata or Chlorella vulgaris) that were grown in Ag- or Cu-contaminated media. In one series of toxicity tests patterned after the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's three-brood C. dubia chronic toxicity test, we exposed C. dubia to waterborne Ag or Cu while feeding them normal amounts of uncontaminated yeast–Cerophyll®–trout chow (YCT) slurry and either algae grown in standard media or algae grown in standard media supplemented with Ag or Cu (added as AgNO3 or CuSO4·5H2O). These parallel tests demonstrated that dietborne metal did not contribute to survival or reproduction effects beyond the effects caused by waterborne metal alone. We also conducted dietborne-only toxicity tests patterned after two other recently published experimental designs in which 1) C. dubia were fed only metal-contaminated algae for 4 h, transferred to fresh water, and fed uncontaminated algae and YCT slurry for the duration of the three-brood test or 2) C. dubia were fed standard amounts of metal-contaminated algae and uncontaminated YCT slurry for the entire three-brood test. In contrast to previous studies, we did not find consistent dietborne metal toxicity or standard concentration–response relationships in those two experiments. Instead, among-experiment variation in intracellular partitioning of metals in the algae fed to the C. dubia, among-laboratory differences in experimental procedures, selective feeding by C. dubia to avoid metal-contaminated algae, an interaction between reproductive status of the C. dubia and dietborne metal concentration, or a combination of these might help explain the apparently inconsistent results.
Whole sediment toxicity identification evaluation tools for pyrethroid insecticides: III. Temperature manipulation
Authors: Weston Donald P. , You Jing , Harwood Amanda D. , Lydy Michael J.
Published: August 2008

Since the toxicity of pyrethroid insecticides is known to increase at low temperatures, the use of temperature manipulation was explored as a whole-sediment toxicity identification evaluation (TIE) tool to help identify sediment samples in which pyrethroid insecticides are responsible for observed toxicity. The amphipod Hyalella azteca is commonly used for toxicity testing of sediments at a 23°C test temperature. However, a temperature reduction to 18°C doubled the toxicity of pyrethroids, and a further reduction to 13°C tripled their toxicity. A similar response, though less dramatic, was found for 1,1-bis(p-chlorophenyl)-2,2,2-trichloroethane (DDT), and dissimilar temperature responses were seen for cadmium and the insecticide chlorpyrifos. Tests with field-collected sediments containing pyrethroids and/or chlorpyrifos showed the expected thermal dependency in nearly all instances. The inverse relationship between temperature and toxicity provides a simple approach to help establish when pyrethroids are the principal toxicant in a sediment sample that could be used as a supplemental tool in concert with chemical analysis or other TIE manipulations. The phenomenon appears to be, in part, a consequence of a reduced ability to biotransform the toxic parent compound at cooler temperatures. The strong dependence of pyrethroid toxicity on temperature has important ramifications for predicting their environmental effects, and the standard test temperature of 23°C dramatically underestimates risk to resident fauna during the cooler months.
Effect of triclosan on microbial activity in australian soils
Authors: Waller Natasha J. , Kookana Rai S.
Published: August 2008

Triclosan (TCS) antimicrobial compound is used in personal care products such as shampoos and soaps. The TCS compound can survive the treatment process and is often present in the sewage effluent and biosolids. We investigated the impact of TCS upon selected microbiological and biochemical parameters in two contrasting Australian soils. Substrate-induced respiration and nitrification, plus activities of four enzymes (relevant for carbon and nitrogen turnover), were measured using Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development protocols after exposing soils to TCS at concentrations of 0, 1, 5, 10, 50, and 100 mg/kg of soil. Respiration in the sandy soil was not affected by the addition of TCS, but in clay soil it decreased to TCS at 50 mg/kg of soil. The nitrification process was affected in both soils. In the sandy soil, TCS showed a negative effect on the nitrate and nitrite production at 5 mg/kg. In contrast, in the clay soil, the effect was noticeable only at concentrations greater than 50 mg/kg. The response of four enzymes (acid and alkali phosphatase, β-glucosidase, and chitinase) in the two soils was variable, and only β-glucosidase showed some response to TCS addition. The study demonstrated that TCS at concentrations below 10 mg/kg can disturb the nitrogen cycle in some soils. A first-tier hazard assessment highlighted the need for further work on TCS impact on soil microorganisms.
Aldose Reductase Genotypes and Cardiorenal Complications
Authors: So Wing-Yee , Wang Ying , Ng Maggie C.Y. , Yang Xilin , Ma Ronald C.W. , Lam Vincent , Kong Alice P.S. , Tong Peter C.Y. , Chan Juliana C.N.
Published: August 2008

OBJECTIVE—We report the independent risk association of type 2 diabetic nephropathy with the z−2 allele of the 5′-(CA)n microsatellite and C-106T promoter polymorphisms of the aldose reductase gene (ALR2) using a case-control design. In this expanded cohort, we examined their predictive roles on new onset of cardiorenal complications using a prospective design.

RESEARCH DESIGN AND METHODS—In this 8-year prospective cohort of 1,074 type 2 diabetic patients (59% male, median age 61 years; disease duration 7 years) with an observation period of 8,592 person-years, none had clinical evidence of coronary heart disease (CHD) or chronic kidney disease at recruitment. The renal end point was defined as new onset of estimated glomerular filtration rate <60 ml/min per 1.72 m2 or hospitalizations with dialysis or death due to renal disease, and CHD was defined as hospitalizations with myocardial infarction, ischemic heart disease, or related deaths.

RESULTS—After controlling for baseline risk factors and use of medications, we found that the ALR2 z−2 allele of (CA)n microsatellite carriers had increased risk of renal (hazard ratio 1.53 [95% CI 1.14–2.05], P = 0.005) or combined cardiorenal (1.31 [1.01–1.72], P = 0.047) end points. Carriers of the ALR2 C-106T polymorphism also had increased risk of renal (1.54 [1.15–2.07], P = 0.004) and cardiorenal (1.49 [1.14–1.95], P = 0.004) end points. Compared with noncarriers, patients with two risk-conferring genotypes had a twofold increased risk of renal (2.41 [1.57–3.70], P < 0.001) and cardiorenal (1.94 [1.29–2.91], P = 0.002) end points.

CONCLUSIONS—In Chinese type 2 diabetic patients, genetic polymorphisms of ALR2 independently predicted new onset of renal and cardiorenal end points, with the latter being largely mediated through renal disease.
Analysis of auditory and neurologic effects associated with ventral bulla osteotomy for removal of inflammatory polyps or nasopharyngeal masses in cats
Authors: Anders Brendan B. , Hoelzler Michael G. , Scavelli Thomas D. , Fulcher Ryan P. , Bastian Richard P.
Published: August 2008

Objective—To determine whether cats undergoing ventral bulla osteotomy (VBO) for removal of inflammatory polyps or nasopharyngeal masses have altered ability to hear and whether polyp or mass removal affects auditory function as measured via air-conducted brainstem auditory evoked response (BAER).

Design—Prospective case series.

Animals—21 cats.

Procedures—Cats were sedated and had otic-oral examinations to confirm presence of nasopharyngeal masses; BAER testing was done immediately prior to and following the completion of a VBO and polyp or mass removal. Recheck examination, including otic examination and BAER in sedated cats, was performed when possible.

Results—17 cats met final inclusion criteria, and long-term follow-up was available for 15. Six of 17 had deafness as measured via air-conducted BAER prior to surgery. Mean followup time was 161 days, and there was no change from presurgical status in auditory ability in any cat. Eleven of 17 developed ipsilateral Horner syndrome in the immediate postoperative period, and 1 of 16 had polyp regrowth.

Conclusions and Clinical Relevance—Results suggested that in cats, VBO for removal of inflammatory polyps or masses is unlikely to affect hearing as measured via air-conducted BAER. Most cats developed short-term Horner syndrome. Cats with deafness prior to surgery did not regain auditory function. Ventral bulla osteotomy to remove nasopharyngeal polyps or masses provided no functional advantage with regard to restoration of hearing, compared with other surgical techniques. Polyp recurrence and long-term adverse effects were uncommon.
Failure to identify an association between serologic or molecular evidence of Bartonella infection and idiopathic rhinitis in dogs
Authors: Hawkins Eleanor C. , Johnson Lynelle R. , Guptill Lynn , Marr Henry S. , Breitschwerdt Edward B. , Birkenheuer Adam J.
Published: August 2008

Objective—To determine whether infection with or exposure to Bartonella spp was associated with idiopathic rhinitis in dogs.

Design—Case-control study.

Animals—44 dogs with idiopathic nasal discharge and 63 age- and weight-matched control dogs without nasal discharge and no clinical signs of bartonellosis.

Procedures—Serum was tested for antibodies against Bartonella henselae and Bartonella vinsonii subsp berkhoffii with indirect fluorescent antibody assays. Blood was tested for Bartonella DNA with a PCR assay.

Results—Results of the antibody and PCR assays were negative for all 44 dogs with idiopathic nasal discharge. One control dog had antibodies against B henselae; a second control dog had positive PCR assay results. We did not detect a significant association between assay results and group designation.

Conclusions and Clinical Relevance—The present study failed to confirm an association between idiopathic rhinitis and exposure to or infection with Bartonella spp in dogs. Findings do not rule out the possibility that Bartonella infection may cause nasal discharge in some dogs, but the failure to find any evidence of exposure to or infection with Bartonella spp in dogs with idiopathic nasal discharge suggested that Bartonella infection was not a common cause of the disease.
Evaluation of use of human albumin in critically ill dogs: 73 cases (2003–2006)
Authors: Trow Amy V. , Rozanski Elizabeth A. , deLaforcade Armelle M. , Chan Daniel L.
Published: August 2008

Objectives—To evaluate the use of human albumin in critically ill dogs.

Design—Retrospective case series.

Animals—73 client-owned hospitalized dogs.

Procedures—Medical records of dogs that received human albumin were reviewed to assess effects of the use of human albumin on serum albumin concentration, colloid osmotic pressure, and total protein concentration; determine the relationships between these variables and outcome; and assess its safety. Data for signalment, diagnoses, physiologic variables, dosage, amount of crystalloid fluid administered prior to human albumin administration, complications, and outcome were reviewed. Additionally, pre- and postadministration values for serum albumin, colloid osmotic pressure, and total protein were recorded.

Results—Administration of human albumin resulted in significant changes in serum albumin, colloid osmotic pressure, and total protein. The serum albumin, total protein, degree of improvement in serum albumin, colloid osmotic pressure, and dosage of human albumin were significantly greater in survivors. Seventeen of 73 (23%) dogs had at least 1 complication that could be potentially associated with the administration of human albumin that occurred during or immediately following administration of human albumin. Three of 73 (4%) dogs had severe delayed complications.

Conclusions and Clinical Relevance—Administration of human albumin significantly increased serum albumin, and total protein concentrations and colloid osmotic pressure, especially in survivors. Because of the high mortality rate of the study population and other confounding factors, it was uncertain whether complications were associated with the underlying disease or with human albumin administration. Acute and delayed complications may have been under-recognized.
Outbreak of Salmonella enterica serotype Newport in a beef cow-calf herd associated with exposure to bovine viral diarrhea virus
Authors: Daly Russell F. , Neiger Regg D.
Published: August 2008

Case Description—Severe disease and death in cows and calves affected 1 of 3 separate groups (A, B, and C) of cattle on a commercial cow-calf operation.

Clinical Findings—Clinical illness consisting of severe watery and bloody diarrhea, dehydration, weakness, and death affected adult cows and calves in 1 group (group B). Salmonella enterica serotype Newport was recovered from tissues of cows and calves from group B.

Treatment and Outcome—Despite supportive and antimicrobial treatment of cattle in group B, cow mortality rate attributable to salmonellosis in that group was 7.9% (32/407); calf mortality rate was 14.4% (52/361). None of the cows in Groups A or C died, and the calf mortality rate in those groups was low. Salmonella enterica serotype Newport was recovered from pooled fecal samples subsequently collected from each group of cows. Bovine viral diarrhea virus (BVDV) antigen was identified in an ear notch sample collected from a necropsied calf from group B. Subsequently, ear notch specimens from cattle in all 3 groups were tested for BVDV antigen. A significantly higher proportion of calves persistently infected with BVDV was identified in group B (8/295 [2.7%]), compared with the proportion in groups A and C combined (1/287 [0.3%]).

Clinical Relevance—Outbreaks of disease attributable to Salmonella Newport infection in beef cattle are unusual. Because of the immunosuppressive nature of BVDV, the possibility of animals persistently infected with BVDV within the herd should be considered during investigation of unusual outbreaks of infectious diseases.
Maintenance Costs of High-Speed Lines in Europe State of the Art
Authors: López-Pita A. , Teixeira P. F. , Casas C. , Bachiller A. , Ferreira P. A.
Published: August 2008

Maintenance costs of high-speed lines in Europe—a subject rarely addressed in technical literature—are analyzed. The design characteristics of each line and of the traffic supported by these lines are discussed. A new classification specific for these types of lines is proposed to study the deterioration of various elements and the cost for conservation. This classification is based on the typology of the rolling stock instead of the product that it transports (passengers or freight). The structures adopted by the infrastructure managers to carry out the maintenance operations are also discussed. Moreover, numerical specific data on the maintenance cost of a kilometer of track per year, for a line on which only high-speed trains circulate, are presented. The influence of mixed traffic is analyzed, and the economical costs for the maintenance required for these lines are also quantified.
Rail Tunnel Risk Analysis
Authors: Martinelli Filippo , Cara Simone , Domenichini Lorenzo
Published: August 2008

A methodology to conduct an extended risk analysis in accordance with Italian law was applied to evaluate the effects of rail tunnel characteristics on the likelihood of passenger survival in case of a fire. The procedure allows one to calculate the heat and toxic gasses concentrations inside a tunnel due to a fire of different characteristics (in terms of heat release rate and heat release development time) and to calculate their diffusion and their effects on passengers. The likelihood of saving people and the number of expected deaths as a function of the distances covered by each passenger have been obtained from the application of the methodology. The variables considered in the performed study included the fire event characteristics, the number of available safety walkways in the tunnel, the train offered capacity, and the escape capabilities of people (consciousness and reaction times and evacuation procedures). The applied methodology has been proven highly useful as a design tool to identify the best design, construction, and management options to increase safety levels.
La petite entreprise
Authors: Marchesnay Michel
Published: August 2008

Jusqu'ici, les recherches comme l'enseignement ont surtout concerné, soit la gestion des moyennes entreprises, soit les problèmes liés à la création et à l'entrepreneuriat. Or, les questions relatives à la petite et toute petite entreprise exigent d'adopter une démarche autonome, que l'on aborde les questions de leur fonctionnement ou celles touchant à leur insertion dans l'environnement. Cette question est d'autant plus importante que les activités en émergence privilégient la petite taille.
Petitesse des entreprises et grossissement des effets de proximité
Authors: Torrès Olivier
Published: August 2008

L'objet de cet article est de montrer le rôle central que la proximité exerce1 dans la gestion des entreprises de faible dimension (petites et toutes petites entreprises) en s'appuyant sur la loi proxémique de Abraham Moles et Elisabeth Rohmer, fournissant un cadre d'analyse particulièrement fécond pour comprendre le fonctionnement typique des entreprises de taille réduite. La thèse centrale défendue par l'auteur est que la proximité est un mécanisme de hiérarchisation qui crée les conditions nécessaires à l'action et à la réflexion dans une organisation centralisée, faiblement spécialisée, dotée de systèmes d'information interne et externe simples et privilégiant des stratégies intuitives et peu formalisées. Cet article s'inscrit résolument dans la perspective d'une gestion spécifique des entreprises de petite taille obéissant à un principe de proximité.
Sibling history of asthma is a risk factor for pain in children with sickle cell anemia
Authors: Field Joshua J. , Macklin Eric A. , Yan Yan , Strunk Robert C. , DeBaun Michael R.
Published: August 2008

The basis of the association between asthma and an increased rate of pain among children with sickle cell anemia (SCA) is unclear. To provide evidence for a familial contribution to this observation, we tested the hypothesis that a family history of asthma is associated with an increased pain rate. Using data from the Cooperative Study for Sickle Cell Disease (CSSCD), we identified 211 children with SCA with asthma history of the parents and siblings. A sibling history of asthma was associated with a greater rate of pain (mean rate ratio = 2.48, 95% CI = 1.6–4.0; P < 0.001) when compared with children without a sibling history of asthma. Parental history of asthma was not associated an increase rate of pain (mean ratio = 1.51, 95% CI= 0.92–2.62; P = 0.12). Further studies are needed to examine genetic and/or environmental risks for asthma as potential contributors to pain in children with SCA. Am. J. Hematol., 2008. © 2008 Wiley‐Liss, Inc.
Hemostatic complications of angiogenesis inhibitors in cancer patients
Authors: Elice Francesca , Jacoub Jack , Rickles Frederick R. , Falanga Anna , Rodeghiero Francesco
Published: August 2008

Tumor vasculature and tumor‐associated neo‐angiogenesis have recently become major targets for rational drug design of antineoplastic agents. Five such agents with angiogenesis inhibiting activity (thalidomide, lenalidomide, bevacizumab, sunitinib, sorafenib) have already obtained US Food and Drug Administration approval for clinical use and many others have entered clinical trials. Vascular complications, including venous or arterial thromboembolism and hemorrhage, have emerged as relevant toxicities in several clinical trials with angiogenesis inhibitors. Given the well‐known interplay between the blood clotting system, angiogenesis, and tumor growth, a better understanding of the impact of these new drugs on overall hemostatic balance is required. In this brief overview, we discuss the incidence of hemostatic complications, the likely pathogenetic mechanisms involved, and the critical need to establish in randomized clinical trials the usefulness of thrombosis prophylaxis to prevent these complications. Careful documentation of hemostatic complications during treatment with each of the new antiangiogenic drugs is warranted. Further studies are urgently required to better define the causal association of these new agents with hemostatic complications and to establish the best prophylactic strategy. Am. J. Hematol., 2008. © 2008 Wiley‐Liss, Inc.
Fabrication and characterization of a novel polypropylene/poly(vinyl alcohol)/aluminum hybrid layered assembly for high‐performance fibrous insulation
Authors: Wu Huijun , Fan Jintu , Qin Xiaohong , Mo Sam , Hinestroza Juan P.
Published: August 2008

A novel hybrid layered assembly based on aluminum‐coated poly(vinyl alcohol) (PVA) nanofibers supported on a polypropylene (PP) web was fabricated via electrospinning and physical vapor deposition. The PVA nanofibers and coated aluminum were characterized by field emission scanning electron microscopy and transmission electron microscopy. The results indicate that PVA nanofibers approximately 430 nm in diameter and an aluminum coating approximately 37 nm in thickness were successfully embedded on the supporting PP web. Fourier transform infrared spectra and the water vapor transmission rate were used to determine the IR spectral transmission and water vapor transmission through the materials with or without the nanofiber or metal coating, respectively. Compared to the uncoated PP web, the novel hybrid layered assembly showed a significant increase in thermal radiation extinction due to both the radiation reflection of the metal coating and the radiation absorption of the nanofibers without noticeable weight gain or water vapor permeable deterioration. This method represents a simple and practical approach for the production of a lightweight hybrid layered assembly that is highly beneficial in the efficient reduction of heat loss in low‐density fibrous insulations without a noticeable deterioration in the water vapor permeability and that could be used for wide applications such as protective clothing, sleeping bags, building construction, and aircraft. © 2008 Wiley Periodicals, Inc. J Appl Polym Sci, 2008
Prospective study of colonic irrigation for the treatment of defaecation disorders
Authors: Koch S M P , Melenhorst J , van Gemert W G , Baeten C G M I
Published: August 2008

Background

Retrograde colonic irrigation is a possible treatment for defaecation disorders when conservative treatment or surgery has failed. The aim of this prospective study was to investigate its effectiveness.

Methods

Patients were divided into three groups: those with faecal incontinence (A), constipation (B) or both (C). The Biotrol® Irrimatic pump or the irrigation bag was used for colonic irrigation. Patients completed a questionnaire at baseline and after 3, 6 and 12 months, as well as a Short Form 36 health survey and an American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgery quality of life questionnaire at baseline and after 6 months.

Results

The study included 39 patients (26 women; mean age 58·0 years). In group A, 11 of 18 patients were pseudocontinent for faeces at 3 months (P < 0·001). Parks' incontinence scores decreased for all patients in this group at 3 months (P < 0·001), 6 months (P = 0·036) and 1 year (P = 0·005). In group B, three of ten patients reported a major improvement. The mean score for the feeling of incomplete evacuation decreased at 3 months (P = 0·007), 6 months (P = 0·013) and 1 year (P = 0·036). In group C, six of ten patients became pseudocontinent for faeces (P = 0·009) and three reported improvement in constipation. The overall quality of life scores improved (P = 0·012).

Conclusion

Retrograde colonic irrigation is an undervalued but effective alternative treatment for intractable defaecation disorders.
Fantasy proneness and hypnotizability: another look
Authors: Green Joseph P. , Lynn Steven Jay
Published: August 2008

It has long been theorized that individuals who spend a great deal of time engaged in fantasy and report profound imaginative involvements are highly hypnotizable (see Wilson and Barber, 1981, 1983a). To test this hypothesized link, we administered the Inventory of Childhood Memories and Imaginings (ICMI), the Short Imaginal Processes Inventory (SIPI), a measure of daydreaming frequency and the Harvard Group Scale of Hypnotic Susceptibility, Form A (HGSHS:A) to 506 undergraduate students in Study 1. In Study 2, a separate sample of 534 college students completed the ICMI and the HGSHS:A. Across the studies, we obtained a small positive correlation between our measures of fantasy proneness and hypnotizability. Results showed that highly hypnotizable individuals, compared with those who are less hypnotizable, do not spend a great deal of their waking lives engaged in fantasy or daydreaming. Copyright © 2008 British Society of Experimental & Clinical Hypnosis. Published by John Wiley & Sons, Ltd.
ChemInform Abstract: Polymorphism and Anionic Vacancies in the Bi6(M,Bi)1P2(O,F)16‐x Aurivillius Derivatives.
Authors: Colmont Marie , Huve Marielle , Ketatni El Mostafa , Mentre Olivier
Published: August 2008

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ChemInform Abstract: Centrosymmetric Silicide ScNiSi3 — Structure, Chemical Bonding, and 45Sc Solid State NMR.
Authors: Harmening Thomas , Eckert Hellmut , Johrendt Dirk , Poettgen Rainer
Published: August 2008

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ChemInform Abstract: Phase Relationships in the Dy—Co—Sn System at 773 K.
Authors: Zhuang Y. H. , Zhu J. M. , Yan J. L. , Xu Y. , Li J. Q.
Published: August 2008

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ChemInform Abstract: Phase Relations and Flux Research for ZnO Crystal Growth in the ZnO—B2O3—P2O5 System.
Authors: Ji L. N. , Li J. B. , Liang J. K. , Sun B. J. , Liu Y. H. , Zhang J. Y. , Rao G. H.
Published: August 2008

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ChemInform Abstract: Hydrogen Storage Properties of Mg[BH4]2.
Authors: Matsunaga T. , Buchter F. , Mauron P. , Bielman M. , Nakamori Y. , Orimo S. , Ohba N. , Miwa K. , Towata S. , Zuettel A.
Published: August 2008

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ChemInform Abstract: Syntheses, Structure, Magnetism, and Optical Properties of the Partially Ordered Quaternary Interlanthanide Sulfides PrLnYb2S6 (Ln: Tb, Dy).
Authors: Jin Geng Bang , Choi Eun Sang , Guertin Robert P. , Brooks James S. , Booth Corwin H. , Albrecht‐Schmitt Thomas E.
Published: August 2008

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ChemInform Abstract: Two Novel Zintl Compounds Na12Ge8Sn and Na15Ge8SnP: Single Crystal and Electronic Structures.
Authors: Dong Yongkwan , Ranjan Chinmoy , DiSalvo Francis J.
Published: August 2008

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ChemInform Abstract: A Convenient Inorganic Solvent Thermal Route to Nanocrystalline Tantalum Diboride.
Authors: Ma Jianhua , Du Yihong
Published: August 2008

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ChemInform Abstract: Preparation of Sr7Mn4O13F2 by the Topotactic Reduction and Subsequent Fluorination of Sr7Mn4O15.
Authors: Saratovsky Ian , Lockett Michelle A. , Rees Nicholas H. , Hayward Michael A.
Published: August 2008

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ChemInform Abstract: Structure and Properties of the CaFe2O4‐Type Cobalt Oxide CaCo2O4.
Authors: Shizuya Mitsuyuki , Isobe Masaaki , Takayama‐Muromachi Eiji
Published: August 2008

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ChemInform Abstract: Microwave‐Assisted, Highly Enantioselective Addition of Diethylzinc to Aromatic Aldehydes Catalyzed by Chiral Aminonaphthols.
Authors: Szatmari Istvan , Sillanpaeae Reijo , Fueloep Ferenc
Published: August 2008

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ChemInform Abstract: High‐Pressure Organic Chemistry. Part 33. A Novel Method for the High‐Pressure‐Promoted, Uncatalyzed Aza‐Michael Reaction of Nitrogen Heterocycles with Enones in Water.
Authors: Uddin Md. Imam , Nakano Keiji , Ichikawa Yoshiyasu , Kotsuki Hiyoshizo
Published: August 2008

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ChemInform Abstract: Oxadiazole, Oxadiazine, Oxadiazepine, Pyrazole and Tetrazole Derivatives from Substituted Carbohydrazides (I).
Authors: Hassan Alaa A. , Ibrahim Yusria R. , Shawky Ahmed M.
Published: August 2008

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ChemInform Abstract: Iridium‐Catalyzed Asymmetric Hydrogenation of Vinyl Ethers.
Authors: Zhu Ye , Burgess Kevin
Published: August 2008

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ChemInform Abstract: Enantioselective Transfer Hydrogenation of Aliphatic Ketones Catalyzed by Ruthenium Complexes Linked to the Secondary Face of β‐Cyclodextrin.
Authors: Schlatter Alain , Woggon Wolf‐D.
Published: August 2008

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ChemInform Abstract: A New Method of Bromination of Aromatic Rings by an iso‐Amyl Nitrite/HBr System.
Authors: Gavara Laurent , Boisse Thomas , Rigo Benoit , Henichart Jean‐Pierre
Published: August 2008

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ChemInform Abstract: A Cycloalkane‐Based Thermomorphic System for Palladium‐Catalyzed Cross‐Coupling Reactions.
Authors: Kim Shokaku , Yamamoto Keisuke , Hayashi Kanako , Chiba Kazuhiro
Published: August 2008

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ChemInform Abstract: Titanocene(III) Chloride Mediated Radical‐Induced Addition to Baylis—Hillman Adducts: Synthesis of (E)‐ and (Z)‐Trisubstituted Alkenes and α‐Methylene/Arylidene δ‐Lactones.
Authors: Mandal Samir K. , Paira Moumita , Roy Subhas C.
Published: August 2008

ChemInform is a weekly Abstracting Service, delivering concise information at a glance that was extracted from about 200 leading journals. To access a ChemInform Abstract of an article which was published elsewhere, please select a “Full Text” option. The original article is trackable via the “References” option.
ChemInform Abstract: Olefin Cross‐Metathesis with Vinyl Halides.
Authors: Sashuk Volodymyr , Samojlowicz Cezary , Szadkowska Anna , Grela Karol
Published: August 2008

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ChemInform Abstract: Facile Synthesis of α‐Iodo Carbonyl Compounds and α‐Iodo Dimethyl Ketals Using Molecular Iodine and Trimethylorthoformate.
Authors: Yadav J. S. , Kondaji G. , Reddy M. Shiva Ram , Srihari P.
Published: August 2008

ChemInform is a weekly Abstracting Service, delivering concise information at a glance that was extracted from about 200 leading journals. To access a ChemInform Abstract of an article which was published elsewhere, please select a “Full Text” option. The original article is trackable via the “References” option.
ChemInform Abstract: A Simple and Efficient Method for the Synthesis of Amidophenols Using Iodine as Catalyst under Neat Condition.
Authors: Selvam Nagarajan Panneer , Perumal Paramasivan T.
Published: August 2008

ChemInform is a weekly Abstracting Service, delivering concise information at a glance that was extracted from about 200 leading journals. To access a ChemInform Abstract of an article which was published elsewhere, please select a “Full Text” option. The original article is trackable via the “References” option.
ChemInform Abstract: Facile Allylation of N‐Boc and N‐Cbz Imines with Allyltrichlorosilane Promoted by DMF.
Authors: Wu Pengcheng , Sun Jian
Published: August 2008

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ChemInform Abstract: Chiral N‐Phosphonyl Imine Chemistry: Asymmetric 1,2‐Additions of Allylmagnesium Bromides.
Authors: Kattuboina Adiseshu , Kaur Parminder , Nguyen Thao , Li Guigen
Published: August 2008

ChemInform is a weekly Abstracting Service, delivering concise information at a glance that was extracted from about 200 leading journals. To access a ChemInform Abstract of an article which was published elsewhere, please select a “Full Text” option. The original article is trackable via the “References” option.
ChemInform Abstract: Indium—Copper and Indium—Silver Mediated Barbier—Grignard‐Type Alkylation Reaction of Aldehydes Using Unactivated Alkyl Halides in Water
Authors: Shen Zhi‐Liang , Yeo Yan‐Lin , Loh Teck‐Peng
Published: August 2008

ChemInform is a weekly Abstracting Service, delivering concise information at a glance that was extracted from about 200 leading journals. To access a ChemInform Abstract of an article which was published elsewhere, please select a “Full Text” option. The original article is trackable via the “References” option.
ChemInform Abstract: Highly Efficient Method for the Synthesis of Carboxamides from Carboxylic Acids and Amines Using Pyridine‐3‐sulfonyl Chloride (3‐PSC).
Authors: Funasaka Setsuo , Kato Koji , Mukaiyama Teruaki
Published: August 2008

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ChemInform Abstract: Indium(I) Iodide Catalyzed Regio‐ and Diastereoselective Formal α‐Addition of an α‐Methylallylboronate to N‐Acylhydrazones.
Authors: Kobayashi Shu , Konishi Hideyuki , Schneider Uwe
Published: August 2008

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ChemInform Abstract: Synthesis of Dioxin‐Like Monofluorinated PCBs: For the Use as Internal Standards for PCB Analysis.
Authors: Sott Richard , Hawner Christine , Johansen Jon E.
Published: August 2008

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ChemInform Abstract: Room‐Temperature Kumada Cross‐Coupling of Unactivated Aryl Chlorides Catalyzed by N‐Heterocyclic Carbene‐Based Nickel(II) Complexes.
Authors: Xi Zhenxing , Liu Bin , Chen Wanzhi
Published: August 2008

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ChemInform Abstract: Catalytic Asymmetric Aryl Transfer: Highly Enantioselective Preparation of (R)‐ and (S)‐Diarylmethanols Catalyzed by the Same Chiral Ferrocenyl Aziridino Alcohol.
Authors: Wang Min‐Can , Wang Xiao‐Dan , Ding Xue , Liu Zhi‐Kang
Published: August 2008

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ChemInform Abstract: Preparation of Nonsymmetrically Substituted Stilbenes in a One‐Pot Two‐Step Heck Strategy Using Ethene as a Reagent.
Authors: Kormos Chad M. , Leadbeater Nicholas E.
Published: August 2008

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ChemInform Abstract: AsPh3‐Catalyzed Ylide Cyclopropanation for the Synthesis of Trisubstituted Vinylcyclopropane Derivatives.
Authors: Jiang Hong , Sun Xiu‐Li , Zhu Chun‐Ying , Dai Li‐Xin , Tang Yong
Published: August 2008

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ChemInform Abstract: New Insight into Ni(II)‐Catalyzed Cyclization Reactions of Propargylic Compounds with Soft Nucleophiles: Novel Indenes Formation.
Authors: Gou Fa‐Rong , Bi Hai‐Peng , Guo Li‐Na , Guan Zheng‐Hui , Liu Xue‐Yuan , Liang Yong‐Min
Published: August 2008

ChemInform is a weekly Abstracting Service, delivering concise information at a glance that was extracted from about 200 leading journals. To access a ChemInform Abstract of an article which was published elsewhere, please select a “Full Text” option. The original article is trackable via the “References” option.
ChemInform Abstract: Bromination of 5‐Methoxyindane: Synthesis of New Benzoindenone Derivatives and Ready Access to 7H‐Benzo[c]fluoren‐7‐one Skeleton.
Authors: Tutar Ahmet , Berkil Kiymet , Hark Richard R. , Balci Metin
Published: August 2008

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ChemInform Abstract: A Tetra‐Substituted Chrysene: Orientation of Multiple Electrophilic Substitution and Use of a Tetra‐Substituted Chrysene as a Blue Emitter for OLEDs.
Authors: Ionkin Alex S. , Marshall William J. , Fish Brian M. , Bryman Lois M. , Wang Ying
Published: August 2008

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ChemInform Abstract: Full Characterization and Some Reactions of 1‐(2‐Adamantyl)‐3‐(1‐adamantyl)aziridin‐2‐one.
Authors: Lengyel Istvan , Taldone Tony , Lyons Theresa , Cesare Victor
Published: August 2008

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ChemInform Abstract: Synthesis of trans‐4‐Aryl‐3‐(3‐chloropropyl)azetidin‐2‐ones and Their Transformation into trans‐ and cis‐2‐Arylpiperidine‐3‐carboxylates.
Authors: D'hooghe Matthias , Dejaegher Yves , De Kimpe Norbert
Published: August 2008

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ChemInform Abstract: Tetrakis(trifluoromethanesulfonyl)propane: Highly Effective Broensted Acid Catalyst for Vinylogous Mukaiyama—Michael Reaction of α,β‐Enones with Silyloxyfurans.
Authors: Takahashi Arata , Yanai Hikaru , Taguchi Takeo
Published: August 2008

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ChemInform Abstract: Synthesis of 3‐Aryl‐2‐benzoylbenzofuran Derivatives Using Manganese(III) Acetate—Mediated Addition of Dimedon to Chalcone Derivatives.
Authors: Ceylan Mustafa , Findik Esra
Published: August 2008

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ChemInform Abstract: Synthesis of Multi‐Substituted Dibenzo[b,d]furan.
Authors: Gajera Jitendra M. , Gopalan Balasubramanian , Yadav Pravin S. , Patil Sandip D. , Gharat Laxmikant A.
Published: August 2008

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ChemInform Abstract: Oxone‐Mediated Oxidative 3‐Arylthio Substitution of Indoles.
Authors: Wu Guaili , Wu Jing , Wu Jialiang , Wu Longmin
Published: August 2008

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ChemInform Abstract: Novel Synthesis of 3‐Indolylquinones Catalyzed by Molecular Iodine under Ultrasonic Irradiation.
Authors: Liu Bing , Ji Shun‐Jun , Su Xiao‐Ming , Wang Shun‐Yi
Published: August 2008

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