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| Magnetic solid-phase extraction based on magnetic multi-walled carbon nanotubes for the determination of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons in grilled meat samples | 2013 | Environmental Health Department, School of Public Health, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran. | Read more... |
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Talanta
Periodical, Abbrev.
Talanta
Pub Date Free Form
15-Oct
Volume
115
Issue
Start Page
957
Other Pages
965
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CI: Copyright (c) 2013; JID: 2984816R; 0 (Magnetite Nanoparticles); 0 (Nanotubes, Carbon); 0 (Polycyclic Hydrocarbons, Aromatic); 0 (Water Pollutants, Chemical); OTO: NOTNLM; 2013/05/04 [received]; 2013/07/02 [revised]; 2013/07/04 [accepted]; 2013/07/09 [
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Netherlands
ISSN/ISBN
1873-3573; 0039-9140
Accession Number
PMID: 24054688
Language
eng
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Journal Article; Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't; IM
DOI
10.1016/j.talanta.2013.07.005 [doi]
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24054688
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A sensitive and reliable method for determination of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) in grilled meat samples was developed and validated. The method is based on magnetic solid phase extraction (MSPE) and GC-MS analysis. Magnetic carbon nanotubes (MCNTs) which have excellent adsorption capabilities, were used as adsorbent to extract PAHs, an important class of carcinogens, from meat samples. To obtain the best extraction yields, the influencing factors, including primary extraction conditions, the amount of adsorbent, adsorption and desorption time, salt addition and desorption solvent were investigated in detail. Under optimized conditions, the LODs and LOQs achieved were in the range of 0.035-0.100 and 0.075-0.200 microg Kg(-1) respectively. The calibration curves were linear (r(2) >/= 0.988) over the concentration ranges from 0.100 microg Kg(-1) to 250 microg Kg(-1) The relative standard deviations (RSDs) obtained by carrying out intra- and inter-day precision studies were less than 13.7% and 13.9%, respectively which confirms reproducibility of the method. In addition, the recoveries of analyzed PAHs ranged from 81.3% to 96.7% with the RSDs less than 12.7 %. Finally, the established MSPE-GC-MS method was successfully applied to determine PAHs in charcoal grilled/barbecued meat samples. benzo[a]anthracene, benzo[b]fluoranthene, Benzo[a]pyrene and chrysene were detected in beef, lamb and chicken meat samples with the mean cumulative concentration of 4.000, 3.414 and 0.931 microg Kg(-1) respectively. Taken together, the MSPE-GC-MS method developed in current study provides a new option for the determination of PAHs in grilled/barbecued meat samples.
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Moazzen,M., Ahmadkhaniha,R., Gorji,M.E., Yunesian,M., Rastkari,N.
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20130709
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| Determination of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons in fresh milk by hollow fiber liquid-phase microextraction-gas chromatography mass spectrometry | 2013 | Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Science, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia, 81310 Johor Bahru, Johor, Malaysia. marsin@kimia.fs.utm.my | Read more... |
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Journal of chromatographic science
Periodical, Abbrev.
J.Chromatogr.Sci.
Pub Date Free Form
Feb
Volume
51
Issue
2
Start Page
112
Other Pages
116
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JID: 0173225; 0 (Environmental Pollutants); 0 (Polycyclic Hydrocarbons, Aromatic); 2012/07/09 [aheadofprint]; ppublish
Place of Publication
United States
ISSN/ISBN
1945-239X; 0021-9665
Accession Number
PMID: 22776739
Language
eng
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Journal Article; Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't; IM
DOI
10.1093/chromsci/bms113 [doi]
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22776739
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In this work, a two-phase hollow fiber liquid-phase microextraction (HF-LPME) method combined with gas chromatography-mass spectrometry (GC-MS) is developed to provide a rapid, selective and sensitive analytical method to determine polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) in fresh milk. The standard addition method is used to construct calibration curves and to determine the residue levels for the target analytes, fluorene, phenanthrene, fluoranthene, pyrene and benzo[a]pyrene, thus eliminating sample pre-treatment steps such as pH adjustment. The HF-LPME method shows dynamic linearity from 5 to 500 microg/L for all target analytes with R(2) ranging from 0.9978 to 0.9999. Under optimized conditions, the established detection limits range from 0.07 to 1.4 microg/L based on a signal-to-noise ratio of 3:1. Average relative recoveries for the determination of PAHs studied at 100 microg/L spiking levels are in the range of 85 to 110%. The relative recoveries are slightly higher than those obtained by conventional solvent extraction, which requires saponification steps for fluorene and phenanthrene, which are more volatile and heat sensitive. The HF-LPME method proves to be simple and rapid, and requires minimal amounts of organic solvent that supports green analysis.
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Sanagi,M.M., Loh,S.H., Wan Ibrahim,W.A., Hasan,M.N., Aboul Enein,H.Y.
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20120709
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| Study on risk factors of cardiovascular disease and the status of bone mineral density in women with hypoestrogenism | 2013 | Department of Gynaecology and Obstetrics, First Hospital of Shanxi Medical University, Taiyuan 030001, China.; Department of Gynaecology and Obstetrics, First Hospital of Shanxi Medical University, Taiyuan 030001, China. Email: gxt_ 999@163.com.; Departme | Read more... |
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Zhonghua fu chan ke za zhi
Periodical, Abbrev.
Zhonghua Fu Chan Ke Za Zhi
Pub Date Free Form
Oct
Volume
48
Issue
10
Start Page
734
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739
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JID: 16210370R; 0 (Estrogens); 0 (Lipids); ppublish
Place of Publication
China
ISSN/ISBN
0529-567X; 0529-567X
Accession Number
PMID: 24406128
Language
chi
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24406128
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OBJECTIVE: To study risk factors of cardiovascular disease (CVD) and status of bone mineral density (BMD) in women with hypoestrogenism. METHODS: From Jul 2011 to April 2013, a total of 256 women with hypoestrogenism in the First Affiliated Hospital of Shanxi Medical University were enrolled in this retrospective study, which were divided into four groups:133 women in ppausal group, 25 women in premature ovarian failure (POF) group, 67 women in menopausal transition group and 31 women in premature ovarian failure transition group.General statue, CVD risk factors and BMD were compared among four groups.General statue include menopausal period, menopausal symptoms (Kupperman Index), CVD risk factors include body mass index, blood pressure, waist circumference, waist-hip ratio, blood lipids and glucose, BMD include left hip, lumbar spine bone mineral density and T or Z value. RESULTS: (1) The median menopausal period were 3.4 years in postmenopausal group and 3.6 years in premature ovarian failure group, which did not show no statistical difference (P > 0.05).Kupperman Index in four groups were 12 in postmenopausal group, 9 in POF group, 9 in menopausal transition group and 8 in premature ovarian failure transition group, which reached statistical difference (P 0.05); the systolic blood pressure in four groups were 120, 110, 110, 110 mm Hg (1 mm Hg = 0.133 kPa), their differences were statistically significance (P 0.05); the systolic blood pressure in four groups were 120, 110, 110, 110 mm Hg (1 mm Hg = 0.133 kPa), their differences were statistically significance (P 0.05).(3) The abnormal rate of lower bone mass in lumbar spine were 57% (46/81) postmenopausal group, 8/15 in POF group, 32% (9/28) in menopausal transition group, 12/19 in premature ovarian failure transition group, and osteoporosis was 9% (7/81), 3/15, 1% (3/28) and 0 respectively , their differences were statistically different (P
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Zhao,F., Guo,X.T., Cheng,Y., Yang,Z.F., Liu,H.P.
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| Minnesota smokers' perceived helpfulness of 2009 federal tobacco tax increase in assisting smoking cessation: a prospective cohort study | 2013 | Division of Epidemiology and Community Health, University of Minnesota, 1300 South Second Street # 300, Minneapolis, MN 55454, USA. Choix137@umn.edu. | Read more... |
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BMC public health
Periodical, Abbrev.
BMC Public Health
Pub Date Free Form
18-Oct
Volume
13
Issue
Start Page
965
Other Pages
2458-13-965
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LR: 20151119; JID: 100968562; OID: NLM: PMC3853445; 2013/07/24 [received]; 2013/10/14 [accepted]; 2013/10/18 [aheadofprint]; epublish
Place of Publication
England
ISSN/ISBN
1471-2458; 1471-2458
Accession Number
PMID: 24134094
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eng
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Journal Article; IM
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10.1186/1471-2458-13-965 [doi]
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24134094
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BACKGROUND: The cost of cigarettes has been cited as a motivating factor for smokers to quit smoking, and a cigarette tax increase is an effective way to increase the cost of cigarettes. Scholars have suggested that smokers may see cigarette tax increases as commitment devices to help them quit smoking. Little is known about whether smokers actually think cigarette tax increases help them quit, and whether this perception predicts subsequent smoking cessation behaviors. We used data from the Minnesota Adult Tobacco Survey Cohort Study collected after the 2009 federal tobacco tax increase to answer these questions. METHODS: In 2009, 727 smokers were asked whether they thought the federal tobacco tax increase helped them to: (1) think about quitting, (2) cut down on cigarettes, and (3) make a quit attempt. We also collected data on demographics, number of cigarette price-minimizing strategies used, and cigarette consumption. In 2010, we assessed if these smokers had made a quit attempt, had cut down on their cigarette consumption, and had stopped smoking. Logistic regression models were used to assess the characteristics associated with the perceptions that the tax increase was helpful in assisting smoking cessation, and the association between these perceptions in 2009 and cessation behaviors in 2010. RESULTS: Overall, 65% of the sample thought that the 2009 tax increase helped them think about quitting, 47% thought it helped them cut down on cigarettes, and 29% thought it helped them make a quit attempt. Lower education, lower income, lower cigarette consumption, and using more cigarette price-minimizing strategies were associated with the perceptions that the tax increase was helpful in assisting smoking cessation (p
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Choi,K., Boyle,R.G.
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Date of Electronic
20131018
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PMC3853445
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| Knowledge and attitudes toward hookah usage among university students | 2013 | McKnight Brain Institute at University of Florida, Gainesville, FL 32610, USA. | Read more... |
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Journal of American college health : J of ACH
Periodical, Abbrev.
J.Am.Coll.Health
Pub Date Free Form
Volume
61
Issue
6
Start Page
362
Other Pages
370
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LR: 20151119; JID: 8214119; ppublish
Place of Publication
United States
ISSN/ISBN
1940-3208; 0744-8481
Accession Number
PMID: 23930750
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eng
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Journal Article; IM
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10.1080/07448481.2013.818000 [doi]
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23930750
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OBJECTIVE: Hookah smoking is a popular form of tobacco use on university campuses. This study documented use, attitudes, and knowledge of hookah smoking among college students. PARTICIPANTS: The sample included 943 university students recruited between February 2009 and January 2010. Respondents (M age = 20.02) included 376 males, 533 females, and 34 who did not report sex. METHODS: An anonymous online questionnaire was completed by respondents. RESULTS: In this sample, 42.9% of college students had tried hookah, and 40% of those individuals had used it in the past 30 days. Students perceived fewer negative consequences of hookah smoking compared with cigarette smoking. Age, sex, racial background, marijuana/cigarette use, and perceptions of side effects were significantly associated with hookah use. CONCLUSIONS: University students are misinformed regarding the health consequences of hookah smoking. Programs aimed at education, prevention, and intervention for hookah use are needed to address this growing public health concern.
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Holtzman,A.L., Babinski,D., Merlo,L.J.
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| CNT-TiO2 coating bonded onto stainless steel wire as a novel solid-phase microextraction fiber | 2013 | Key Laboratory of Chemical Sensing & Analysis in Universities of Shandong (University of Jinan), School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, University of Jinan, Jinan 250022, China. | Read more... |
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Periodical, Full
Talanta
Periodical, Abbrev.
Talanta
Pub Date Free Form
30-Sep
Volume
114
Issue
Start Page
60
Other Pages
65
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CI: Copyright (c) 2013; JID: 2984816R; 0 (Nanotubes, Carbon); 0 (Polycyclic Hydrocarbons, Aromatic); 0 (Water Pollutants, Chemical); 12597-68-1 (Stainless Steel); 15FIX9V2JP (titanium dioxide); D1JT611TNE (Titanium); OTO: NOTNLM; 2012/12/19 [received]; 20
Place of Publication
Netherlands
ISSN/ISBN
1873-3573; 0039-9140
Accession Number
PMID: 23953442
Language
eng
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Journal Article; Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't; IM
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10.1016/j.talanta.2013.04.005 [doi]
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23953442
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A novel solid-phase microextraction (SPME) fiber based on carbon nanotubes-titanium oxide (CNT-TiO2) composite coating bonded onto stainless steel wire was prepared via electroless plating and sol-gel techniques. The SPME coating was characterized by scanning electron microscopy and Raman microscopy. Coupled to gas chromatography (GC), the fiber was investigated with seven polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) in direct-immersion mode. The SPME-GC analytical method was evaluated under optimized extraction conditions. Compared with other reports, higher sensitivity (LODs, 0.002-0.004 mug L(-1)) and better linear range (0.01-100 and 0.01-200 mug L(-1)) were obtained by the proposed method. The fiber exhibited high thermal stability to 300 degrees C and excellent durability in HCl and NaOH solutions. The as-established SPME-GC method was used to analyze the real water samples and satisfactory results were obtained.
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Elsevier B.V
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Sun,M., Feng,J., Qiu,H., Fan,L., Li,X., Luo,C.
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Date of Electronic
20130412
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| Comparison of nicotine and carcinogen exposure with water pipe and cigarette smoking | 2013 | Division of Clinical Pharmacology, University of California, San Francisco, San Francisco General Hospital, Building 100, Room 235, San Francisco, CA 94110, USA. peyton.jacob@ucsf.edu | Read more... |
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Cancer epidemiology, biomarkers & prevention : a publication of the American Association for Cancer Research, cosponsored by the American Society of Preventive Oncology
Periodical, Abbrev.
Cancer Epidemiol.Biomarkers Prev.
Pub Date Free Form
May
Volume
22
Issue
5
Start Page
765
Other Pages
772
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LR: 20160408; GR: DA012393/DA/NIDA NIH HHS/United States; GR: P30 DA012393/DA/NIDA NIH HHS/United States; GR: UL1 RR024131/RR/NCRR NIH HHS/United States; JID: 9200608; 0 (Biomarkers); 0 (Carcinogens); 6M3C89ZY6R (Nicotine); NIHMS451482; OID: NLM: NIHMS451
Place of Publication
United States
ISSN/ISBN
1538-7755; 1055-9965
Accession Number
PMID: 23462922
Language
eng
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Journal Article; Randomized Controlled Trial; Research Support, N.I.H., Extramural; Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't; IM
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10.1158/1055-9965.EPI-12-1422 [doi]
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23462922
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BACKGROUND: Smoking tobacco preparations in a water pipe (hookah) is widespread in many places of the world and is perceived by many as relatively safe. We investigated biomarkers of toxicant exposure with water pipe compared with cigarette smoking. METHODS: We conducted a crossover study to assess daily nicotine and carcinogen exposure with water pipe and cigarette smoking in 13 people who were experienced in using both products. RESULTS: When smoking an average of 3 water pipe sessions compared with smoking 11 cigarettes per day (cpd), water pipe use was associated with a significantly lower intake of nicotine, greater exposure to carbon monoxide (CO), and a different pattern of carcinogen exposure compared with cigarette smoking, with greater exposure to benzene, and high molecular weight polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon (PAH), but less exposure to tobacco-specific nitrosamines, 1,3-butadiene, acrolein, acrylonitrile, propylene oxide, ethylene oxide, and low molecular weight PAHs. CONCLUSIONS: A different pattern of carcinogen exposure might result in a different cancer risk profile between cigarette and water pipe smoking. Of particular concern is the risk of leukemia related to high levels of benzene exposure with water pipe use. IMPACT: Smoking tobacco in water pipes has gained popularity in the United States and around the world. Many believe that water pipe smoking is not addictive and less harmful than cigarette smoking. We provide data on toxicant exposure that will help guide regulation and public education regarding water pipe health risk.
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Jacob,P.,3rd, Abu Raddaha,A.H., Dempsey,D., Havel,C., Peng,M., Yu,L., Benowitz,N.L.
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20130305
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PMC3650103
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| Ionic liquid coated magnetic nanoparticles for the gas chromatography/mass spectrometric determination of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons in waters | 2013 | Department of Analytical Chemistry, Institute of Fine Chemistry and Nanochemistry, Marie Curie Building, Campus de Rabanales, University of Cordoba, 14071 Cordoba, Spain. | Read more... |
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Journal of chromatography.A
Periodical, Abbrev.
J.Chromatogr.A
Pub Date Free Form
26-Jul
Volume
1300
Issue
Start Page
134
Other Pages
140
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CI: Copyright (c) 2013; JID: 9318488; 0 (Drinking Water); 0 (Imidazoles); 0 (Ionic Liquids); 0 (Magnetite Nanoparticles); 0 (Polycyclic Hydrocarbons, Aromatic); 0 (Water Pollutants, Chemical); OTO: NOTNLM; 2012/12/11 [received]; 2013/03/07 [revised]; 2013
Place of Publication
Netherlands
ISSN/ISBN
1873-3778; 0021-9673
Accession Number
PMID: 23601292
Language
eng
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Journal Article; Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't; IM
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10.1016/j.chroma.2013.03.026 [doi]
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23601292
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In this paper, ionic liquid coated magnetic nanoparticles (IL-MNPs) have been prepared by covalent immobilization. The as-synthesized MNPs have been successfully used as sorbent for the extraction of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) from water samples, the analytes being finally determined by gas chromatography/mass spectrometry. The influence of several experimental variables (including the ionic strength, amount of MNPs, sample volume, agitation time and desorption solvent) has been considered in depth in the optimization process. The developed method, which has been analytically characterized under its optimal operation conditions, allows the detection of the analytes in the samples with method detection limits in the range from 0.04mugL(-1) (fluoranthene) to 1.11mugL(-1) (indeno(1,2,3-cd)pyrene). The repeatability of the method, expressed as relative standard deviation (RSD, n=7), varies between 4.0% (benzo[b]fluoranthene) and 8.9% (acenaphthene), while the enrichment factors are in the range from 49 (naphthalene) to 158 (fluoranthene). The proposed procedure has been applied for the determination of thirteen PAHs in water samples (tap, river, well and reservoir ones) with recoveries in the range from 75 to 102%.
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Elsevier B.V
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Galan-Cano,F., Alcudia-Leon Mdel,C., Lucena,R., Cardenas,S., Valcarcel,M.
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20130402
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| Effect of phosphoric acid etching on the shear bond strength of two self-etch adhesives | 2013 | SUNY at Buffalo, School of Dental Medicine Department of Restorative Dentistry, Buffalo, NY, USA. cs252@buffalo.edu | Read more... |
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Journal of applied oral science : revista FOB
Periodical, Abbrev.
J.Appl.Oral Sci.
Pub Date Free Form
Jan-Feb
Volume
21
Issue
1
Start Page
56
Other Pages
62
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LR: 20150427; JID: 101189774; 0 (Dentin-Bonding Agents); 0 (Phosphoric Acids); E4GA8884NN (phosphoric acid); OID: NLM: PMC3881806; 2012/05/09 [received]; 2013/01/11 [accepted]; ppublish
Place of Publication
Brazil
ISSN/ISBN
1678-7765; 1678-7757
Accession Number
PMID: 23559113
Language
eng
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Evaluation Studies; Journal Article; D; IM
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S1678-77572013000100056 [pii]
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23559113
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OBJECTIVE: To evaluate the effect of optional phosphoric acid etching on the shear bond strength (SBS) of two self-etch adhesives to enamel and dentin. MATERIAL AND METHODS: Ninety-six bovine mandibular incisors were ground flat to obtain enamel and dentin substrates. A two-step self-etch adhesive (FL-Bond II) and a one-step self-etch adhesive (BeautiBond) were applied with and without a preliminary acid etching to both the enamel and dentin. The specimens were equally and randomly assigned to 4 groups per substrate (n=12) as follows: FL-Bond II etched; FL-Bond II un-etched; BeautiBond etched; BeautiBond un-etched. Composite cylinders (Filtek Z100) were bonded onto the treated tooth structure. The shear bond strength was evaluated after 24 hours of storage (37 degrees C, 100% humidity) with a testing machine (Ultra-tester) at a speed of 1 mm/min. The data was analyzed using a two-way ANOVA and post-hoc Tukey's test with a significance level of p
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Sabatini,C.
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| Electronic cigarette use by college students | 2013 | Department of Social Sciences and Health Policy, Wake Forest School of Medicine, Medical Center Boulevard, Winston-Salem, NC 27157, United States. ESutfin@wakehealth.edu | Read more... |
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Drug and alcohol dependence
Periodical, Abbrev.
Drug Alcohol Depend.
Pub Date Free Form
1-Aug
Volume
131
Issue
3
Start Page
214
Other Pages
221
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LR: 20150426; CI: Copyright (c) 2013; GR: F32CA141933/CA/NCI NIH HHS/United States; GR: K01 DA027097/DA/NIDA NIH HHS/United States; GR: K01DA027097/DA/NIDA NIH HHS/United States; GR: P30 CA012197/CA/NCI NIH HHS/United States; GR: R01 AA014007/AA/NIAAA NIH
Place of Publication
Ireland
ISSN/ISBN
1879-0046; 0376-8716
Accession Number
PMID: 23746429
Language
eng
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Journal Article; Randomized Controlled Trial; Research Support, N.I.H., Extramural; IM
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10.1016/j.drugalcdep.2013.05.001 [doi]
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23746429
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BACKGROUND: Electronic cigarettes, or e-cigarettes, are battery operated devices that deliver nicotine via inhaled vapor. There is considerable controversy about the disease risk and toxicity of e-cigarettes and empirical evidence on short- and long-term health effects is minimal. Limited data on e-cigarette use and correlates exist, and to our knowledge, no prevalence rates among U.S. college students have been reported. This study aimed to estimate the prevalence of e-cigarette use and identify correlates of use among a large, multi-institution, random sample of college students. METHODS: 4444 students from 8 colleges in North Carolina completed a Web-based survey in fall 2009. RESULTS: Ever use of e-cigarettes was reported by 4.9% of students, with 1.5% reporting past month use. Correlates of ever use included male gender, Hispanic or "Other race" (compared to non-Hispanic Whites), Greek affiliation, conventional cigarette smoking and e-cigarette harm perceptions. Although e-cigarette use was more common among conventional cigarette smokers, 12% of ever e-cigarette users had never smoked a conventional cigarette. Among current cigarette smokers, e-cigarette use was negatively associated with lack of knowledge about e-cigarette harm, but was not associated with intentions to quit. CONCLUSIONS: Although e-cigarette use was more common among conventional cigarette smokers, it was not exclusive to them. E-cigarette use was not associated with intentions to quit smoking among a sub-sample of conventional cigarette smokers. Unlike older, more established cigarette smokers, e-cigarette use by college students does not appear to be motivated by the desire to quit cigarette smoking.
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Elsevier Ireland Ltd
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Sutfin,E.L., McCoy,T.P., Morrell,H.E., Hoeppner,B.B., Wolfson,M.
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Date of Electronic
20130607
PMCID
PMC3760168
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