Giuseppe Andrea Ferro
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View article: Modified Fine Recycled Concrete Aggregates with a Crystallizing Agent as Standard Sand Replacement in Mortar
Modified Fine Recycled Concrete Aggregates with a Crystallizing Agent as Standard Sand Replacement in Mortar Open
This study aimed to evaluate mortar performance by substituting part of standard sand with recycled fine aggregates sourced from concrete waste, aiming to assess mechanical properties and durability. Moreover, this study examined the use o…
View article: The “16‐gram window” of contact‐force: A new criterion for very high‐power short‐duration ablation
The “16‐gram window” of contact‐force: A new criterion for very high‐power short‐duration ablation Open
Background Very high‐power short‐duration (vHPSD) ablation with the novel QDOT™ catheter allows the regulation of target temperature by automatically adjusting flow and power during a 4 s application of 90 W. However, the optimal contact f…
View article: Reuse of sheep wool fibers in the production of ultralightweight foamed concrete: effect of fiber treatment, length, and content on the mechanical properties
Reuse of sheep wool fibers in the production of ultralightweight foamed concrete: effect of fiber treatment, length, and content on the mechanical properties Open
Concrete is one of the most widely used materials in the world. Still, its production processes, energy consumption, and high use of raw materials make it one of the most environmentally harmful materials. This study aims to enhance the su…
View article: Multidimensional Assessment of Physical Function for People in Dialysis: The Rehabilitation in Hemodialysis Area Centro Toscana (REACT) Study
Multidimensional Assessment of Physical Function for People in Dialysis: The Rehabilitation in Hemodialysis Area Centro Toscana (REACT) Study Open
Background: Physical performance is poorly addressed in dialysis patients, due to several clinical and organizational barriers. In this study we investigated the physical functional status of a cohort of dialysis patients, using a multidim…
View article: Stiffness Ratio Evaluation of Steel Exoskeletons Through Performance-Based Optimal Design
Stiffness Ratio Evaluation of Steel Exoskeletons Through Performance-Based Optimal Design Open
Among the various seismic retrofitting techniques, steel exoskeletons are distinguished by their non-invasive nature. However, only a few consolidated methodologies have been proposed for their design. The approach of several standard code…
View article: 3D-printed multi-functional foamed concrete building components: Material properties, component design, and 3D printing application
3D-printed multi-functional foamed concrete building components: Material properties, component design, and 3D printing application Open
The use of multi-density foamed concretes (FCs) to produce multi-functional building components by 3D Concrete Printing (3DCP) is investigated. The use of medium-density 3D-printed foamed concrete (3DPFC_800), primarily serving a load-bear…
View article: An Overview of Methods to Enhance the Environmental Performance of Cement-Based Materials
An Overview of Methods to Enhance the Environmental Performance of Cement-Based Materials Open
Urbanization and demographic growth have led to increased global energy consumption in recent years. Furthermore, construction products and materials industries have contributed significantly to this increase in fossil fuel use, due to the…
View article: Resilience Analysis of Different Retrofitting Solutions for a Prestressed Concrete Viaduct
Resilience Analysis of Different Retrofitting Solutions for a Prestressed Concrete Viaduct Open
Conference paper presented at the 2nd Fabre Conference – Existing bridges, viaducts and tunnels: research, innovation and applications (FABRE24), Genoa, Italy, 12-15 February 2024.
View article: Application of Italian Guidelines for structural-foundational and seismic risk classification of bridges: the Fabre experience on a large bridge inventory
Application of Italian Guidelines for structural-foundational and seismic risk classification of bridges: the Fabre experience on a large bridge inventory Open
The recent issuance of Guidelines for the classification and management of risk, safety assessment, and monitoring of existing bridges has standardized the methodology for analyzing the safety and managing bridges at a national level. The …
View article: The Effect of Different Biochar on the Mechanical Properties of Cement-Pastes and Mortars
The Effect of Different Biochar on the Mechanical Properties of Cement-Pastes and Mortars Open
In recent years, there has been a concerning surge in CO2 emissions, with the construction and materials production sectors standing out as significant contributors to greenhouse gas pollution. To tackle this pressing environmental challen…
View article: A new criterium for optimal energy application in ultra-high-power short-duration ablation
A new criterium for optimal energy application in ultra-high-power short-duration ablation Open
Funding Acknowledgements Type of funding sources: None. Background Ultra-high-power short-duration (UHPSD) ablation with the novel QDOT™ catheter allows to maintain a target temperature by automatically adjusting flow and power during a 4-…
View article: The influence of industrial biochar on mortar composites' mechanical properties
The influence of industrial biochar on mortar composites' mechanical properties Open
CO2 emissions have reached record levels in recent years, and the construction and materials production industries significantly contribute to greenhouse gas emissions. To address this environmental issue, architectural design and civil en…
View article: Status of the ITER ECRH&CD control system development
Status of the ITER ECRH&CD control system development Open
The ITER ECRH&CD system is designed to inject 20 MW of millimetre-wave at 170 GHz into the vacuum vessel. The system is composed of many sub-systems, namely High-Voltage Power Supplies (HVPS), Gyrotrons, Transmission Lines (TL), Ex-vessel …
View article: Structural foamed concrete: preliminary studies for applications in seismic areas
Structural foamed concrete: preliminary studies for applications in seismic areas Open
The experimental research presented in this contribution highlights the possibility of producing foamed concretes with target dry densities of 1550±50 kg/m3 and 1750±50 kg/m3 for the use in structural applications, thanks to compressive st…
View article: ITER ECH&CD Control System: Architecture, interfaces and status of development
ITER ECH&CD Control System: Architecture, interfaces and status of development Open
The ITER ECH&CD system is designed to inject 20 MW of millimetre-wave at 170 GHz into the vacuum vessel. The system is composed of many sub-systems, namely High-Voltage Power Supplies (HVPS), Gyrotrons, Transmission Lines (TL), Ex-vessel W…
View article: MO975: Immunogenicity to A Third Dose of the Mrna-1273 Vaccine in Kidney Transplant Recipients
MO975: Immunogenicity to A Third Dose of the Mrna-1273 Vaccine in Kidney Transplant Recipients Open
BACKGROUND Humoral response after two doses of mRNA-based SARS-CoV-2 vaccines is weak in kidney transplant recipients (KTRs) [1]. Of concern, even a third dose of the mRNA-1273 vaccine induced a suboptimal humoral response in a cohort of K…
View article: MO862: Humoral Response to a Third Dose of the MRNA-1273 Vaccine in Haemodialysis Patients
MO862: Humoral Response to a Third Dose of the MRNA-1273 Vaccine in Haemodialysis Patients Open
BACKGROUND Adults receiving haemodialysis (HD) have a higher mortality risk when infected with SARS-CoV-2 and less intense humoral response after two doses of mRNA vaccines compared with healthy subjects [1], leading the Italian authoritie…
View article: Automated Operation of ITER Using Behavior Tree Semantics
Automated Operation of ITER Using Behavior Tree Semantics Open
The inherent complexity of the ITER machine and the diversity of the ways it will be operated in different phases, like commissioning or engineering operation, poses a great challenge for striking the right balance between operability, int…
View article: Increase the fracture energy of foamed concrete: two possible solutions
Increase the fracture energy of foamed concrete: two possible solutions Open
The aim of the present paper is to investigate the influence of the curing conditions and the addition of an eco-friendly filler, biochar, on the flexural strength and fracture energy of a "green" special concrete characterized by lightnes…
View article: Biochar addition for 3DCP: a preliminary study
Biochar addition for 3DCP: a preliminary study Open
This contribution presents the first results of an ongoing research aimed at highlighting the possible reduction in the environmental impact of concrete through the synergy between two interconnected strategies: the exploitation of by-prod…
View article: Ferric carboxymaltose vs. ferrous sulfate for the treatment of anemia in advanced chronic kidney disease: an observational retrospective study and cost analysis
Ferric carboxymaltose vs. ferrous sulfate for the treatment of anemia in advanced chronic kidney disease: an observational retrospective study and cost analysis Open
In non-dialysis-dependent chronic kidney disease (NDD-CKD), erythropoiesis-stimulating agents (ESAs) and iron supplementation are essential for anemia management. Ferric carboxymaltose (FCM) is a relatively novel intravenous iron formulati…
View article: Correction to: Citrate high volume on-line hemodiafiltration modulates serum Interleukin-6 and Klotho levels: the multicenter randomized controlled study “Hephaestus”
Correction to: Citrate high volume on-line hemodiafiltration modulates serum Interleukin-6 and Klotho levels: the multicenter randomized controlled study “Hephaestus” Open
While typesetting the article, the conclusion section was incorrectly published. The correction conclusion section was copied below:
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\nCitrate buffer modulated IL-6, hsCRP and Klotho levels during high volume OL-HDF. These results are n…
View article: Experimental Characterization of Mortar with Recycled PET Aggregate: Preliminary Results
Experimental Characterization of Mortar with Recycled PET Aggregate: Preliminary Results Open
Plastic materials have been widely used since 1930s-1940s and, at the beginning, their capacity of low degradation was neglected, resulting in negative effect today. The main disposed methods of high volume of plastic wastes are landfill, …
View article: Biochar-based cement pastes and mortars with enhanced mechanical properties
Biochar-based cement pastes and mortars with enhanced mechanical properties Open
Nowadays, the environmental impact of cementitious material industry and more generally of building activities is matter of concern, especially in terms of their effects on climate change and consumption of natural resources. Within this c…
View article: P0486THROMBOTIC MICROANGIOPATHY IN A PATIENT WITH PERSISTENT CRYOGLOBULINEMIA AFTER HCV ERADICATION AND HETEROZYGOUS DELETION OF CFHR3-CFHR1 REGION: SHOULD WE TREAT WITH RITUXIMAB, ECULIZUMAB OR PLASMAPHERESIS?
P0486THROMBOTIC MICROANGIOPATHY IN A PATIENT WITH PERSISTENT CRYOGLOBULINEMIA AFTER HCV ERADICATION AND HETEROZYGOUS DELETION OF CFHR3-CFHR1 REGION: SHOULD WE TREAT WITH RITUXIMAB, ECULIZUMAB OR PLASMAPHERESIS? Open
Background and Aims Mixed cryoglobulinemia type II is a systemic vasculitis, caused by deposition of immune complexes in the endothelium of small vessels. Up to 90% are HCV infection related and usually resolve after eradication of the vir…