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Integrative and comparative genomic analyses of mammalian macrophage responses to intracellular mycobacterial pathogens
(Elsevier, 2023-12-02)Mycobacterium tuberculosis, the causative agent of human tuberculosis (hTB), is a close evolutionary relative of Mycobacterium bovis, which causes bovine tuberculosis (bTB), one of the most damaging infectious diseases to ... -
Thermochromic Polymers in Food Packaging: A Comprehensive Systematic Review and Patent Landscape Analysis
(Multidisciplinary Digital Publishing Institute (MDPI), 2024-10-01)This study addresses the gap in research on the application of thermochromic polymers (TPs) in food packaging and their potential for real-time temperature monitoring, aiding in the assessment of food quality and shelf-life. ... -
Perspective chapter: development of ITA-based bioeconomy sites in peatands; green innovation that promotes zero-waste, zero-pollution and climate action principles
(IntechOpen, 2024-09)Rewetted peatlands represent emerging environments that combine carbon storage with green innovation supporting rural regeneration and community transitioning to low-carbon economies. This chapter describes the establishment ... -
Electrospinning recombinant spider silk fibroin-reinforced PLGA membranes - a biocompatible scaffold for wound healing applications
(ACS, 2024-10-22)Polylactide-polyglycolide (PLGA) is one of the most attractive polymeric biomaterials used to fabricate medical devices for drug delivery and tissue engineering applications. Nevertheless, the utilisation of PLGA in ... -
Rational Design of ZnO/Sc2CF2 Heterostructure with Tunable Electronic Structure for Water Splitting: A First-Principles Study
(MDPI, 2024-09-29)Heterostructures are highly promising photocatalyst candidates for water splitting due to their advanced properties than those of pristine components. The ZnO/Sc2CF2 heterostructure was designed in this work, and its ... -
Application of Digitalisation in Regulated Environments for Predictive Failure Modelling
(Elsevier, 2024)This paper explores the challenges of applying digitalization in regulated pharmaceutical manufacturing environments. A large range of complex equipment including pumps, valves and vessels may be associated with pharmaceutical ... -
Exploring the sugar-sweetened beverage tax (SSBT) pass-through rate in the Irish hospitality sector
(BioMed Central Ltd, 2024)Background: The World Health Organization (WHO) supports the use of Sugar-Sweetened Beverage Taxes (SSBTs) as a fiscal lever to help reduce sugar consumption and tackle obesity. Obesity is associated with a range of adverse ... -
Escaping the Echo Chamber: The Night Method and the Role of Disruptive Research in Suicide Studies
(Jacobs Publishing House, 2024-06-03)Traditional approaches to suicide research often emphasise individual pathology, reinforcing conventional medical and religious narratives. Critical suicidology challenges these approaches, advocating for diverse voices ... -
The need for further alcohol control research: A response to a functional magnetic resonance imaging study on alcohol warnings by Gallopel-Morvan et al.
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Comparative evaluation of vat photopolymerization and steel tool molds on the performance of injection molded and overmolded tensile specimens
(Wiley/Society of Plastics Engineers, 2024-08-20)This study explores the use of vat polymerization stereolithography (SLA) for fabricating mold tooling, subsequently utilized in injection molding (IM) and overmolding of tensile specimens and directly compared to those ... -
Development of a novel recirculatory multitrophic peatland system for the production of high-value bio-based products at scale embracing zero waste and pollution principles to unlock sustainable development goals
(Elsevier, 2024-06)This case study describes the novel development and demonstration of commercial, green, bio-based products using a peatland based recirculating integrated multi-trophic aquaculture (IMTA) system in the Irish Midlands. This ... -
Quo vadis - development of a novel peatland-based recirculating aquaculture mutli-trophic pond system (RAMPS) in the Irish midlands with a global orientation.
(Elsevier, 2024-05-03)Development of peatland-based, recirculating freshwater aquaculture that is efficient and economically viable presents considerable benefits for society including supporting communities transitioning to low-carbon ... -
Future proofing of chondroitin sulphate production: Importance of sustainability and quality for the end-applications
(Elsevier B.V., 2024-04-12)Chondroitin sulphates (CSs) are the most well-known glycosaminoglycans (GAGs) found in any living organism, from microorganisms to invertebrates and vertebrates (including humans), and provide several health benefits. The ... -
Post-process considerations for photopolymer 3D-printed injection moulded insert tooling applications
(MDPI, 2024-04-17)Injection moulding (IM) is a manufacturing technique used to produce intricately detailed plastic components with various surface finishes, enabling the production of high-tolerance functional parts at scale. Conversely, ... -
Synergy assessment of four antimicrobial bioactive compounds for the combinational treatment of bacterial pathogens
(MDPI, 2023-08-07)Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) has become a topic of great concern in recent years, with much effort being committed to developing alternative treatments for resistant bacterial pathogens. Drug combinational therapies ... -
In Vivo Imaging Sheds Light on the Susceptibility and Permissivity of Carassius auratus to Cyprinid Herpesvirus 2 According to Developmental Stage
(MDPI, 2023-08-15)Cyprinid herpesvirus 2 (CyHV-2) is a virus that causes mass mortality in economically important Carassius spp. However, there have been no comprehensive studies into host susceptibility or permissivity with respect to ... -
Chitosan-(poly)acrylic acid polyelectrolyte complexes: enhanced mucoadhesion and sustained drug release in vaginal tablets
(Elsevier, 2024-03-08)Polyelectrolyte complexes (PECs) have emerged as promising vehicles for medical applications, attributable to their non-toxicity, non-immunogenicity, and ability for controlled drug release. Notably, their inherent ... -
The Clinical Outcomes in Routine Evaluation Short Form B (CORE SFB): Norms for an Irish Institute of Technology Student Sample
(Medicina Internacia Revuo, 2024-03-25)A study of student mental health was conducted in an Irish university level college prior to the Covid-19 pandemic. The study had two principal objectives. The first was to provide a baseline examination of student mental ... -
Zombies And Weapons: Examining Blog Responses To The Center For Disease Control & Prevention’s (CDC) ‘Preparedness 101: Zombie Pandemic’ Entertainment-Education Initiative
(Medicina Internacia Revuo, 2024-03-25)In 2011 the CDC developed an innovative pandemic preparedness initiative based on a zombie pandemic theme. Although of great interest, an unanticipated side-effect was a focus on weaponry & firearms. This research examines ... -
Synthesis and characterization of 4D-printed NVCL-coDEGDA resin using stereolithography 3D printing
(MDPI, 2024-03-19)The design and manufacturing of objects in various industries have been fundamentally altered by the introduction of D-dimensional (3D) and four-dimensional (4D) printing technologies. Four-dimensional printing, a ...