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Mathematical modeling of terminal ballistics of gunshot and shrapnel wounds

Медицина неотложных состояний
Background. The goal is to demonstrate the features of terminal ballistics of gunshot and shrapnel wounds in an experiment using mathematical modeling. Materials and methods. Two samples of cylindrical damaging elements were used for experimental studies,
І.А. Лурін, Е.М. Хорошун, К.В. Гуменюк, О.О. Ларін, А.В. Грабовський, В.В. Негодуйко, О.В. Коломійцев, А.В. Динець   +7 more
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Should we Remove Bullets from the Spinal Cord?

Global Spine Journal, 2016
Introduction To discuss a case and review evidence for and against intra-dural bullet removal. Materials and Methods A 45 year-old gentleman presented with gunshot wound, with a loss of sensation below his chest and loss of power in his lower limbs.
Lisa Grandidge, Antony Michael, Michael Athanassacopoulos, Neil Chiverton, Lee Breakwell, Ashley Cole   +5 more
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Fish Scales: A Multifunctional Biomaterial from Nature

ENERGY &ENVIRONMENTAL MATERIALS, Volume 9, Issue 5, September 2026.
Fish scales demonstrate nature's solution to impact protection through overlapping multilayered architecture. This biological design combines mineralized surfaces with collagen networks to achieve both flexibility and fracture resistance. The structural principles inspire advanced protective materials and biomedical implants, where damage tolerance ...
Liyao Dong, Xiaojie Sun, Xiguang Chen
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Three-Dimensional Modeling of Firearm Injuries in Forensic Medicine

Galician Medical Journal
Introduction. Forensic medical investigations, including illustration, evidence collection, and expert conclusion preparation, have faced significant challenges in recent years.
Yulia Zmiievska, Ivan Savka
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Does Test Duration Matter? Comparing 1‐s and 5‐s Isometric Mid‐Thigh Pull Protocols for Performance Diagnostics in Basketball Players

European Journal of Sport Science, Volume 26, Issue 9, September 2026.
ABSTRACT To compare kinetic characteristics of a 1‐s isometric mid‐thigh pull (IMTP) protocol with the traditional 5‐s protocol and examine their associations with basketball‐specific performance. Twenty‐five Tier 3 male basketball players performed standardized 1‐s and 5‐s IMTP trials.
Sumeng Xu, Hailong Yu, Tian Huang, Chuanzhi Wang, Longyan Yi, Bing Yan, Sulin Cheng, Xiuqiang Wang, Yang Wang, Olivier Girard   +9 more
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Validation of the TruBlue Light Laser for Laryngeal Somatosensory and Perturbation Testing

The Laryngoscope, Volume 136, Issue 9, Page 3841-3848, September 2026.
This study validates a blue light laser method for assessing laryngeal somatosensory function by measuring perceptual thresholds, reflexive responses, discrimination acuity, and vocal perturbations in healthy adults. Results demonstrate that the method provides precise, reliable stimulation and yields quantifiable sensory and acoustic responses ...
Adrianna C. Shembel, Ted Mau, Youri Maryn, Elizabeth Young, Julianna Smeltzer, Lesley Childs, Shumon Dhar   +6 more
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Dosimetric and clinical validation of a high‐density bolus for superficial skin tumors treated with radiotherapy

Journal of Applied Clinical Medical Physics, Volume 27, Issue 8, August 2026.
Abstract Background Accurate dose deposition in superficial radiotherapy remains challenging due to the inherent skin‐sparing effect of megavoltage photon beams and difficulties in ensuring bolus conformity. Purpose This study aims to comprehensively evaluate the dosimetric characteristics of the room‐temperature‐malleable high‐density bolus, to ...
Jonathan Dadoun, Ann Van Esch, Noemie Litrowski, Carine Lefrancois‐Clement, Erwan Luce, Alexis Thelie, Nassima Delhoumi, Andrea Feuillet, Nesrine Zemman, Romain Mallet, Renata Pereira, Laurent Martin, Paul Gangloff, Christophe Moure, Luc Ollivier, Paul Lesueur   +15 more
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Flexible intervention workflow for MRI guided robotic prostate seed brachytherapy

Journal of Applied Clinical Medical Physics, Volume 27, Issue 8, August 2026.
Abstract Background Low‐dose‐rate prostate seed brachytherapy (BT) is an established guideline‐conformal treatment option for low‐risk prostate cancer. Precise seed placement is essential for achieving adequate dose coverage while minimizing exposure of surrounding healthy tissue.
Philipp Aumueller, Mirjam L. Dannert, Martin Polednik, Frank A. Giordano, Jens Fleckenstein, Sven Clausen   +5 more
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Advancing Diagnostic Tools in Forensic Science: The Role of Artificial Intelligence in Gunshot Wound Investigation—A Systematic Review

Forensic Sciences
Background/Objectives: Artificial intelligence (AI) is beginning to be applied in wound ballistics, showing preliminary potential to improve the accuracy and objectivity of forensic analyses.
Francesco Sessa, Mario Chisari, Massimiliano Esposito, Elisa Guardo, Lucio Di Mauro, Monica Salerno, Cristoforo Pomara   +6 more
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The Evolution of Semiconductor Devices: From Transistors to Quantum and Neuromorphic Computing

physica status solidi (RRL) – Rapid Research Letters, Volume 20, Issue 8, August 2026.
This review presents the evolution of semiconductor devices from BJTs to fin field‐effect transistors (FinFETs), nanowire, and carbon nanotube transistors. It highlights emerging materials, including SiC and GaN, and examines neuromorphic and quantum computing, industry applications, performance benchmarks, challenges, and future directions.
Manoharan Subramanian, Mahalakshmi Balan, Ananthi Kaliyamoorthy, Esakki Muthu Sankaran, Govindaraj Vellingiri, Gianluca Gatto, Amit Kumar   +6 more
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