697 research outputs found
Ubaldo Castagnoli. Dal Gruppo 7 alle architetture per le telecomunicazioni
No full textIl contributo presenta i primi esiti della ricerca condotta sulla figura dell’architetto Ubaldo Castagnoli,
componente del Gruppo 7, espressione del nascente movimento moderno in Italia. Alla luce della
cospicua ed inedita documentazione grafica conservata nei numerosi archivi consultati, saranno proposte
alcune riflessioni su alcuni suoi progetti e la loro rappresentazione alle varie scale.The following paper presents the first results of the research conducted on the figure of architect
Ubaldo Castagnoli, a member of Gruppo 7, an expression of the nascent modern movement in Italy.
Considering the conspicuous and unpublished graphic documentation kept in the numerous archives
consulted, some reflections on some of his projects and theirs representation at various scales will
be proposed
Ubaldo Castagnoli e la piscina pensile del Palazzo dei Telefoni di Torino
No full textNei primi anni Quaranta viene inaugurata a Torino una piscina scoperta all’ultimo piano del nuovo
edificio della STIPEL, luogo di svago per i dipendenti della società telefonica. Progettista è Ubaldo
Castagnoli, giovane architetto-ingegnere, fondatore – insieme a Luigi Figini, Gino Pollini, Guido Frette,
Sebastiano Larco, Carlo Enrico Rava, Giuseppe Terragni – del Gruppo 7. Attraverso l’analisi dei disegni
di archivio inediti e la modellazione digitale prosegue il recente lavoro di indagine su questo autore
ancora non adeguatamente esplorato.Nei primi anni Quaranta viene inaugurata a Torino una piscina scoperta all’ultimo piano del nuovo
edificio della STIPEL, luogo di svago per i dipendenti della società telefonica. Progettista è Ubaldo
Castagnoli, giovane architetto-ingegnere, fondatore – insieme a Luigi Figini, Gino Pollini, Guido Frette,
Sebastiano Larco, Carlo Enrico Rava, Giuseppe Terragni – del Gruppo 7. Attraverso l’analisi dei disegni
di archivio inediti e la modellazione digitale prosegue il recente lavoro di indagine su questo autore
ancora non adeguatamente esplorato
Corrigendum to “Performance of Candida albicans germ tube antibodies (CAGTA) and its association with (1 → 3)-β-D-glucan (BDG) for diagnosis of invasive candidiasis (IC)” (Diagnostic Microbiology & Infectious Disease (2019) 93(1) (39–43), (S073288931830230X), (10.1016/j.diagmicrobio.2018.07.007))
No full textIn the article “Performance of Candida albicans germ tube antibodies (CAGTA) and its association with (1 → 3)-β-D-glucan (BDG) for diagnosis of invasive candidiasis (IC),” the authors’ names are listed incorrectly. The correct names are as follows: Pietro Pini, Bruna Colombari, Enrico Marchi, Anna Castagnoli, Claudia Venturelli, Mario Sarti, Elisabetta Blasi
Advanced Imaging for the assessment of Colorectal Liver Metastases
No full textThis thesis explores the deployment of advanced imaging techniques in the management of patients with colorectal liver metastases, emphasizing the role of artificial intelligence (AI), abbreviated MRI protocols, quantitative CT and MRI assessment for the assessment of colorectal liver metastasis at disease diagnosis and follow-up. The research aims to improve diagnostic accuracy, treatment planning, and outcome assessment through innovative imaging approaches.
First, the application of AI in MRI reconstructions is evaluated. AI algorithms are being employed to swiftly reconstruct higher-resolution images from MRI scans, thereby reducing scan times and improving imaging efficiency. This advancement has the potential to improve patient discomfort through reducing acquisition time in clinical practice, while maintaining or enhancing diagnostic accuracy.
Second, acknowledging the growing demands for using MRI, the performance of a 10-15 minute long abbreviated liver MRI protocol following the initial diagnosis of liver metastases on CT is assessed. Although abbreviated MRI protocols have been shown effective for assessing response and segmental liver involvement for the follow-up of colorectal liver metastasis, their use for the initial baseline assessments to evaluate the presence and site of liver metastases is unclear. This research seeks to address this gap and assess the benefits for disease and surgical staging.
Third, the application of quantitative MRI to evaluate treatment response of SBRT is examined. SBRT represents a significant advancement in radiation therapy, enabling the precise delivery of high doses of radiation to tumours while sparing surrounding healthy tissue. Despite its promise in treating colorectal liver metastases, challenges remain in disease response assessment. This research aims to identify imaging parameters for identifying response and treatment benefits.
Last, the potential surgical impact of hepatic steatosis assessed using CT imaging on pre-operative imaging is also investigated. Hepatic steatosis, which can be prevalent in the general population but specifically in patients with colorectal cancer due to neoadjuvant systemic treatments, is associated with an increased risk of postoperative complications. Anecdotally, surgeons report that steatotic livers bleed more than non-steatotic livers during surgery which may further increase morbidity. The study will explore hepatic steatosis as a potential risk factor for peri-operative morbidity and blood loss, which can contribute to more informed surgical decision-making.
In summary, in this project, I will evaluate non-invasive and novel approaches by applying different state-of- the-art imaging techniques to improve the detection of metastatic liver lesions, in the preoperative mapping of colorectal liver metastases (both before and after neoadjuvant chemotherapy), for the assessment of treatment response and for informing perioperative complications
L’interprétation téléphonique en milieu médical: De l’analyse conversationnelle aux implications pratiques
No full textDans cet essai, nous présentons des données collectées dans le cadre d’un projet pilote sur l’interprétation téléphonique auprès d’une unité socio-sanitaire de la région Émilie-Romagne. En nous basant sur l’analyse conversationnelle de quelques appels téléphoniques authentiques, nous montons tout d’abord en quoi consiste la complexité de l’interprétation à distance par rapport à d’autres formes de traduction orale, en nous concentrant sur les aspects qui semblent avoir un impact particulier sur l’efficacité des interactions téléphoniques avec interprète. Nous réfléchissons ensuite aux implications de cette nouvelle technologie tant pour le personnel soignant que pour les interprètes. Nous terminons par souligner l’importance de former les uns et les autres à une bonne utilisation du dispositif, pour éviter que la qualité du service soit affectée
Mixed Logic Dynamical Model of a Hydroelectric Power Plant
No full textIn this work we present the model of a hydroelectric
power plant in the framework of Mixed Logic Dynamical (MLD)
systems. Each outflow unit exhibits a hybrid behavior since flaps,
gates and turbines are controlled with logical inputs and the
outflow dynamics depend on the logical state of the unit. We show
how to derive detailed models of each unit considering not only
standard operating conditions, but also emergencies and startup
and shut-down procedures
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