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An extraordinary resolution down to 50 microns is demonstrated for the first time for bulk ultrasonics, using novel micro-fabricated metamaterial lenses. The development and performance of the silicon-based Fabry–Perot type metalenses with an array of 10 micrometre square holes are discussed. Challenges in wave reception are addressed by a custom-developed micro-focal laser with a sub-micron spot size and an innovative experimental set-up together with physics based signal processing. The results provide a pathway for material diagnostics at greater depths with high resolution using micro-metalens-enhanced ultrasound as an alternative to expensive and radiation prone electromagnetic techniques. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Sea ice monitoring is key to analyzing the Earth's climate system. Long-term sea ice extent (SIE) has been continuously monitored using various spaceborne passive microwave radiometers (PMRs) since November 1978. As the lifetime of a satellite is usually approximately 5 years, bias caused by differences in PMRs should be eliminated to obtain objective SIE trends. Most sea ice products have been analyzed for long-term trends with a bias adjustment based on the coarse resolution special sensor microwave imager (SSM/I) in operation for the longest period. However, since 2002, Japanese microwave radiometers of the Advanced Microwave Scanning Radiometer (AMSR) series, which have the highest spatial resolution in PMR, have been available. In this study, we developed standardization techniques for processing SIE including calibration of the brightness temperature (TB), tuning the sea ice concentration (SIC) algorithm, and adjusting the SIC threshold to retrieve a consistent SIE trend based on the AMSR for the Earth Observing System (AMSR-E, one of the AMSR that operated from May 2002 to October 2011). Analysis results showed that the root-mean-square error between AMSR-E SICs and those of moderate resolution imaging spectroradiometer (MODIS) was 15%. In this study, SIE was defined as the sum of the areas where the AMSR-E SIC was >15%. When retrieving SIE, we adjusted the SIC threshold for each PMR to be consistent with the SIE calculated based on the 15% SIC threshold for AMSR-E. We then calculated a time-series of the SIE trends over approximately 45 years using the adjusted SIE data. Therefore, we revealed the dramatic decrease in global sea ice extent since 1978. This technique enables retrieval of more accurate long-term sea ice trends for more than half a century in the future. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The Gamma Knife Icon unit is the latest radiosurgery equipment used for noninvasively treating intra-cranial diseases through Stereotactic radiosurgery treatment procedures. Performing radio-physical testing on the new Gamma Knife Icon unit before starting clinical procedures is essential to ensure its functionality. In line with the manufacturer's recommendations and the American Association of Physicists in Medicine (AAPM) formed Task Group 178 (TG-178), we conducted the vital radio physical tests for the newly installed Gamma Knife unit, including precision of beam alignment, measurement of Gamma Knife accuracy, Center Position measurements, off center position measurements, measurement of absorbed dose rate, and Relative Output factor measurement. We used high special resolution External Beam Therapy 3 (EBT3) GafChromic film and small volume ion chambers (Exradin A16, chamber volume 0.007 cc and PTW 0.125 cc) for the above mentioned tests. We also performed the source confirmation test with a 16 mm collimator. Our results are consistent with previous literature values and within international guidelines' acceptable measurement uncertainty tolerance. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Background Digital subtraction angiography (DSA) is a fluoroscopy technique used in interventional radiology to clearly visualize blood vessels in a bony or dense soft tissue environment. Images are produced using contrast medium by subtracting a "pre-contrast image" or mask from subsequent images, once the contrast medium has been introduced into a structure, hence the term "Digital subtraction angiography." Indocyanine green video angiography (ICG-VA) is a safe and practical method of real-time delineation of microvasculature used in the surgical management of intracranial aneurysms, arteriovenous malformations, and other vascular lesions. Intraoperative ICG-VA is used as an adjunct in addition to intraoperative or postoperative DSA, and in other cases, it is used as the sole method to confirm the complete obliteration of clipped intracranial aneurysm. The only limitation of ICG-VA is the nonvisibility of vessels that are not in the operative field. Intraoperative ICG is useful in the clipping of intracranial aneurysms to ensure a gross patency of branch vessels; however, the presence of residual aneurysms and subtle changes in flow in branch vessels is best seen by DSA. Methods ICG angiography was done during the surgery and the findings of intraoperative ICG angiography were compared with postoperative DSA that was done between 6 and 12 weeks. DSA was done to see any compromise of lumen of parent vessel by clip, any residual aneurysm. Results In our study, intraoperative ICG complete aneurysm obliteration was present in all 30 (100%) patients, while in postoperative DSA complete aneurysm obliteration was diagnosed in 27 (90.0%) patients. Parent vessel patency was present in all 30 (100.0%) patients in both intraoperative ICG-VA and postoperative DSA. In intraoperative ICG distal branch patency was present in 26 (86.7%) patients, while in postoperative DSA distal branch patency was diagnosed in 27 (90.0%) patients. Conclusion We compared the intraoperative ICG finding and postoperative DSA finding and found that DSA is more sensitive than ICG in depicting residual aneurysm neck, hence reducing the risk of rupture of the aneurysm in future. Intraoperative ICG has high special resolution reflex feedback, intraoperative repositioning time is less and thus critical ischemia time is reduced. In a developing country like ours where DSA facilities are limited, ICG can be optimal investigation to delineate the vascular anatomy and confirmation of clip position thus reducing mortality. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

This research uses a normative empirical research method that combines a normative analysis approach with empirical methods to explore certain legal issues that discuss the concept of a Deferred Prosecution Agreement (DPA) as an alternative dispute resolution in corporate crime cases in Indonesia, taking into account the experiences of the United States and the United Kingdom. The main focus is to identify the advantages and disadvantages of DPA implementation in Indonesia, including maintaining corporate reputation, minimizing the risk of bankruptcy, and resolving cases efficiently. The weaknesses of DPA in Indonesia include its vulnerability to abuse of authority and the absence of specific regulations governing its use. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The concept of Too Big To Fail (TBTF) has, for a long time, been associated with systemically important banks, insurance companies, and other financial institutions. The emergence of Big Tech companies, which permeate global markets, challenges the traditional notions of TBTF. Big Tech companies’ growing size and interconnectedness to the global economy have led to concerns emerging in the domains of antitrust law, data privacy laws, and financial stability. A key facet of financial stability regulation is the development of robust insolvency resolution frameworks to deal with potential failures of TBTF companies. This Article analyses whether Big Tech companies pose systemic risks to the financial system and the broader economy and, consequently, if they are TBTF, should there be special insolvency resolution frameworks akin to other systemically important institutions. The systemic risks Big Techs pose today may be substantially higher than traditional TBTF firms due to their deep interconnectedness with financial institutions. The Article explores the concept of Systemically Important Technological Institutions (SThe concept of Too Big To Fail (TBTF) has, for a long time, been associated with systemically important banks, insurance companies, and other financial institutions. The emergence of Big Tech companies, which permeate global markets, challenges the traditional notions of TBTF. Big Tech companies’ growing size and interconnectedness to the global economy have led to concerns emerging in the domains of antitrust law, data privacy laws, and financial stability. A key facet of financial stability regulation is the development of robust insolvency resolution frameworks to deal with potential failures of TBTF companies. This Article analyses whether Big Tech companies pose systemic risks to the financial system and the broader economy and, consequently, if they are TBTF, should there be special insolvency resolution frameworks akin to other systemically important institutions. The systemic risks Big Techs pose today may be substantially higher than traditional TBTF firms due to their deep interconnectedness with financial institutions. The Article explores the concept of Systemically Important Technological Institutions (SITI) and the challenges in designating them as TBTF.ITI) and the challenges in designating them as TBTF [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

India's Supreme Court has held that a final judgment or decree from a court or tribunal serves as a valid proof of debt for initiating insolvency proceedings under the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code, 2016. This article explains the framework of corporate insolvency resolution process, whether the credits contained in the arbitral award can be used to initiate the insolvency process under Indian law, whether there is a distinction between a foreign seated award and a domestic award in relation to the ability to use the credit for initiation of the insolvency process. It also explores the category of debt for claims arising from such awards. The article also examines how decree holders may opt for initiating insolvency proceedings instead of filing for enforcement and execution proceedings. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The international response to the Global Financial Crisis (GFC) includes the massive financial intervention of governments and the international framework to evolve a preventive mechanism through Global Systemically Important Banks (G-SIBs) as a standard-setting model and regulatory tool for financial system resilience. The framework of the legal architecture required a substantive formal diffusion by legal transplant to implement the regulation of the Domestic Systemically Important Banks (D-SIBs) for risk governance. The legal reform incorporated D-SIBs within the legal culture into the Bank and Other Financial Institutions Act by legislative process to mitigate systemic risk. The Act empowered the regulators to undertake the Special Resolution Regime and avoid the Too-Big-Too-Fail syndrome of D-SIBs, a source of instability in the banking system. Further, the Act established Resolution Funds to mitigate government subsidies to failing or distressed banks. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Corporate resolution on environmental, social, and governance (ESG) communication informs firms' environmental commitment, a growing determinant of corporate risk profile perceived by the market. This study examines ESG reporting in the presence of board co‐option, a phenomenon that paralyzes the dependency of the board of directors and impairs corporate transparency. Using data from 643 US‐listed firms from 2007 to 2018, we investigate the relationship between board co‐option and ESG disclosure practices and show that firms with a higher proportion of co‐opted directors on board disclose less ESG information, though this relationship diminishes if firms are strong ESG reporters. Further analyses reveal that long‐tenure board chairs, high attendance rates at board and audit committee meetings, and independent chairs of audit committees mitigate this adverse effect. In addition, we document an increasing inverse relationship among firms located in more corrupt and Democratic‐leaning states and operating in heavy‐emitting industries. Our results support the premise that co‐opted directors insulate CEOs from ESG reporting pressure and highlight that corporate governance, environmental performance as well as state institutions play significant moderating roles in this relationship. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

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Hydrophobic hydration, whereby water spontaneously structures around hydrophobic and amphiphilic molecules, plays a key role in the process of surfactant micelle formation and micellar oil solubilization. Using vibrational Raman multivariate curve resolution spectroscopy, we characterized changes in the hydrophobic hydration occurring within nonionic alkylphenol ethoxylate surfactant Tergitol NP‐12 micelles as a function of oil solubilization. We report trends in the changes of hydrophobic hydration depending on the chain length of the oil as well as the presence of a halogen atom in the oil chemical structure. Changes in hydrophobic hydration directly correlate to changes in the physical properties of the micellar solution, including cloud point and micelle hydrodynamic diameter. We compare hydrophobic hydration of Tergitol NP‐12 to nonionic linear alkyl ethoxylate surfactant Makon TD‐12 and ionic sodium dodecyl sulfate and observe similar trends; the molecular structure of the oil has the largest impact on the hydrophobic hydration. We believe these studies contribute to a fundamental understanding of the importance of hydrophobic hydration in surfactant and oil aggregates, especially as it relates to micellar oil solubilization, and provide insight into how the molecular solubilizate can impact micellar structure, size, and stability. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

This article explores the option of restructuring a corporate debtor through sale as a going concern in liquidation, as opposed to the corporate insolvency resolution process. Although the existing insolvency law in India treats liquidation as a matter of last resort, this article argues that if sale as a going concern in liquidation entails a higher realisation for the creditors, it should be viewed as an equally viable and beneficial option for restructuring. However, this would necessitate overhauling the existing insolvency regime to allow the stakeholders to assess and select the best option for themselves and the corporate debtor. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

National Company Law Tribunals (NCLTs) form the backbone of the institutional setup of the corporate law mechanism. The tribunals though were initially given a minimal role in the judicial procedure of the corporate world and were seen with scepticism, their significance could not be ignored for long. With the increase in insolvency disputes, the NCLTs were even given the jurisdiction to handle the cases regarding the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (IBC) and Corporate Insolvency Resolution Process (CIRP). However, the efficiency of these tribunals has to be inspected with respect to CIRP cases for knowing the clear picture. In this paper, an economic analysis of the working of the NCLT Ahmedabad is undertaken to get a better understanding of the efficiency of the NCLTs in general. The study relies on qualitative tools such as interviewers conducted by relevant stakeholders and observing NCLT court proceedings to capture the measurement reality of NCLT efficiency. The study also relies on descriptive statistics of time taken and recovery to measure the efficacy of NCLT. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The article analyzes the legislative norms that provide for the joint liability for damages caused by a corporate group of persons, the current practice of the Supreme Court regarding the resolution of corporate disputes on squeeze-out procedures. The history of the emergence and conditions of application of the doctrine of "lifting the corporate veil" have been studied. It was recognized as appropriate by the court to apply the doctrine of "lifting the corporate veil" in order to ensure the effective protection of minority shareholders as an extraordinary measure in case of abuse by the members of the corporate group of the right to control the company and joint actions in the process of implementing the mandatory sale of shares with the aim of buying out the shares of minority shareholders at an undervalued cost. Corporate structures of the MP Azovstal PrJSC, Avdiyiv Coke Chemical Plant PrJSC, Ukrainian Graphite PrJSC, MMK Ilycha PrJSC, DTEK Dniproenergo JSC, Zakarpattiaoblenergo PrJSC, which conducted squeeze-out procedures were analyzed. These companies conducted squeeze-out procedures using corporate structures, affiliated subsidiary companies, related persons. The beneficiaries (beneficiaries) of the acquired 100 % corporate control were determined, the application of the doctrine of "lifting the corporate veil" and bringing the members of the corporate group to joint and several liability were investigated. The issuer, the applicant of the public irrevocable claim, its affiliated persons and persons acting jointly, the ultimate beneficial owner are recognized as the proper defendants in disputes related to squeeze-out procedures. The specified persons, who make up a single corporate group, are jointly and severally liable to the minority shareholders for the damages caused in the process of the squeeze-out procedure. Derivative suit is offered to spread over the losses caused by company officials to its shareholders in the procedures of redemption, compulsory redemption and compulsory sale of shares. Disputes of compulsory sale of shares in the squeeze-out procedure belong to the subject jurisdiction of commercial courts as disputes on deeds of shares, regardless of the dispute parties. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

• Human Tissue Banks must guarantee the quality of biological samples and tissues. • It is necessary to monitor the temperature of coolers for transporting these samples. • Transport boxes were compared in terms of the ability to maintain desired temperatures. • Box 2 maintained the desired temperature for a longer period than Box 1 According to the Resolutions of the Collegiate Board of Directors RDC No. 20/2014, 214/2018, and 707/2022, validation of the temperature of thermal boxes for the transport of biological samples must be based on standardized procedures and tested by the Tissue Banks, guaranteeing safety and quality. Therefore, they can be simulated. Our objective was to monitor and compare the temperature of 2 different coolers while transporting biological samples. The following items were packed in each of the 2 different thermal boxes (Box 1: Easy Path; Box 2: Safe Box Polyurethane Vegetal): 6 blood samples (30 mL), one bone tissue sample (200 g), 8 hard ice (Gelox, to keep the temperature <8ºC), and internal and external traceability "Time Stamp" sensors installed for measuring and storing temperature data in real-time. The monitored boxes were placed in the trunk of a bus that traveled an approximate distance of 630 km and were then placed in the trunk of a car, under direct sunlight, until they reached a temperature of 8ºC. In Box 1, the internal temperature was maintained in the range of –7ºC to 8ºC for approximately 26 hours. In Box 2, the internal temperature was maintained in the range of –10ºC to 8ºC for approximately 98 hours and 40 minutes. We concluded that both coolers, under similar storage conditions, are suitable for transporting biological samples, with Box 2 maintaining the desired temperature for longer. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The actuality of the scientific research is determined by the need of finding the most effective way of resolving corporate disputes, which are caused by the creation of new social relations in the sphere of management in a post-soviet environment. The research aims to analyze mediation procedures as a way of resolving corporate disputes with the account of Kazakhstan Republic's national legislation peculiarities. Amongst used approaches, the dogmatic method, synthesis method, juristic hermeneutics method, logical analysis method, theoretical approach, induction method, and others were used in the research. Comparative-juristic analysis was conducted in the research, which allowed us to investigate the modern state of corporate dispute prevention and resolution mechanisms in the context of juristic practices of European Union countries and Kazakhstan. Analysis of this segment has shown that the current mediation practice of resolving corporate disputes has several drawbacks and problems, which causes a need of implementing international practice into the law enforcement practice of Kazakhstan while addressing all the peculiarities of current national legislation. An analysis of the corporate dispute resolution mechanism was conducted, which allowed highlighting key characteristics, attributes, and functioning principles of the segment. During the current national basis analysis, the adoption of the Law "On mediation" caused several amendments in the legislative acts. Even though, norm regulation still has problematic aspects. The practicality of acquired results is in the ways of fixing issues with corporate dispute resolution via mediation mechanism functioning. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

India’s Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code 2016 (Code), as originally enacted, did not provide adequate special protection to homebuyers in failing real estate projects. However, judicial activism by tribunals led to the experimental concept of ‘Reverse Corporate Insolvency Resolution Process’, where the insolvency proceedings were limited to only certain projects of the developer. This article highlights its efficacy in catering to specific needs of the real estate sector, while remaining consistent with the objective of the insolvency legislation. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The article titled "Titelei" was published in the journal "GesR: Gesundheitsrecht". It is the issue from April 20, 2023, Volume 22, pages 205-272. The journal covers topics such as medical law, hospital law, pharmacy and drug law. In this specific article, various essays and legal cases are presented, including the patient directive in Swiss psychiatry, epistemological prerequisites of medicine and law, possibilities and limitations of "digital treatment", contractual penalties for premature termination of specialist training, decisions on surgical consent and information before "Corona" vaccination. Information is also provided about an online library for companies called Owlit and two handbooks on labor law and data protection. [Extracted from the article]

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The Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (IBC) introduced in India has significantly transformed the landscape of corporate insolvency resolution. Since its inception in 2016, the IBC has been instrumental in addressing the longstanding issues of non-performing assets (NPAs) and delayed resolution processes. The Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code in India has proven to be a game-changer in addressing the challenges associated with corporate Insolvency. Its time-bound approach, specialized tribunals, and creditor-centric framework have contributed to a more efficient and transparent resolution process. While challenges persist, the IBC's positive impact on the Indian economy is undeniable, making it a crucial component of the country's financial reform landscape. This paper delves deep into the efficacy and resonance of law within. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The assessment of the absolute ν mass scale is a crucial challenge in today's particle physics and cosmology. The only experimental method which can provide a model-independent measurement is the investigation of endpoint distortion in beta/electron capture spectra. 163 Ho is a good choice thanks to its low electron capture Q value (about 2.8 keV), the proximity of the end-point to resonance M1 and its half-life (4570 years). The HOLMES experiment will exploit a calorimetric measurement of 163 Ho decay spectrum deploying a large set of cryogenic micro-calorimeters containing implanted 163 Ho. In order to get the best experimental sensitivity, it is crucial to combine high activity with very small undetected pileup contribution. Therefore, the main tasks of the experiment consist of: the development of about 1000 fast (3 μ s time resolution) cryogenic micro-calorimeters characterized by extraordinary energy resolution (down to few eV); the embedding of 163 Ho source inside the calorimeters, avoiding to spoil detectors' thermodynamical properties (mainly heat capacity) and preventing pileup issues. Moreover, it is also necessary to avoid contamination from other radionuclides, mainly 166 m Ho. Finally, an efficient high-bandwidth multiplexed readout has to be developed. The commissioning of the first implanted array is currently ongoing; the first data acquisition is expected to start in fall 2022. Here, the status of the experiment and the first results of detector commissioning will be discussed. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Research has portrayed person–environment (PE) fit as a pleasant condition resulting from people being attracted to and selected into compatible work environments; yet, our study reveals that creating and maintaining a sense of fit frequently involves an effortful, dynamic set of strategies. We used a two-phase, qualitative design to allow employees to report how they become aware of and experience misfit, and what they do in response. To address these questions, we conducted interviews with 81 individuals sampled from diverse industries and occupations. Through their descriptions, we identified three broad responses to the experience of misfit: resolution, relief, and resignation. Within these approaches, we identified distinct strategies for responding to misfit. We present a model of how participants used these strategies, often in combination, and develop propositions regarding their effectiveness at reducing strain associated with misfit. These results expand PE fit theory by providing new insight into how individuals experience and react to misfit—portraying them as active, motivated creators of their own fit experience at work. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Ulf Miehe was a singular figure in West German crime fiction. The dominant mode of the genre during this period was the so-called "Soziokrimi," i.e. crime fictions that aimed to analyze the fault lines and dislocations in society. Miehe produced narratives that pursued these questions, but he embedded this agenda in poetically sophisticated texts that engage with the conventions of the genre and reflect on the composition of the texts themselves. This article focuses on Miehe's three crime novels to chart his development as a writer and his attempt to sketch out a resolution to Germany's historical trauma. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The article examine surreal comedy subgenre of late 20th and early 21st century Japanese media and frame its ambivalent laughter as an expression of time's opacity at century's turn. It mentions aesthetics of indeterminacy and irresolution offered an aesthetic complement to the unsettled cultural mood that arose in the wake of collapse of Japan's 1980s–era asset bubble. It also mentions never providing the satisfaction of resolution.

The article discusses two separate developments related to UK banks. The first is a consultation launched by HM Treasury to enhance the Special Resolution Regime (SRR) for smaller banks following the failure of SVB. The proposal aims to give the Bank of England more powers to manage the failure of smaller banks and prevent systemic risks. The second development is a review conducted by the UK Prudential Regulation Authority (PRA) on the ring-fencing rules for UK banks. The review found that most rules have performed well, but identified areas for improvement, such as aligning rules and reducing the frequency of internal policy reviews. Both the consultation and review are part of ongoing efforts to strengthen the UK banking system. [Extracted from the article]

The protein bars offer the consumer the proposal to supplement the diet with a greater supply of proteins, destined mainly to the practitioners of physical activities. Reading nutritional information is important to assist the consumer in their food choices. According to Brazilian nutrition labeling legislation, protein supplements must contain at least 10g of protein per serving, 50% of calories must come from protein and the variation between the nutrients on the label and the amount found in analyzes should not exceed 20% tolerance, and the images and descriptions on the packaging should not lead the consumer to error. The objective of this study was to evaluate the nutrient content in protein bars and to verify compliance according to the nutritional labeling and protein bars laws. The three brands analyzed were in disagreement with the Resolutions of the Collegiate Board of Directors (RDC) n° 259/2002, n° 360/2003 and n° 18/2010, since all had more than one nutrient that exceeded 20% of tolerance, all were classified as energy bars and non-protein bars and lack of standardization was observed in the portions in which the bars are commercialized, which can lead the consumer to error. It is necessary that companies comply with nutrition labeling legislation and that there is greater control by the food control agencies, since the lack of trustworthiness in the nutritional information available damages the consumer's right to know exactly what they are consuming, hindering their food choices. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Complex wounds represent a threat to the viability of a limb or to life as they affect large areas of the body, requiring special methods for their resolution. The objective was to identify the effectiveness of negative pressure therapy in the treatment of complex lesions. This is an integrative review carried out in April 2021, in the LILACS, Web of Science, Medline and SciELO databases. The MeSH descriptors "Wounds and injuries" and Therapeutics and "Negative-Pressure Wound Therapy" were crossed and after applying the eligibility criteria, 11 articles were selected. It was found that the potentialities related to the use of negative pressure therapy stand out from the existing weaknesses, which is considered effective in the treatment of complex injuries, however, little used by professionals in the public health network, requiring its appropriation by health professionals in order to provide alternative and more effective treatments for those with complex wounds. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]