CO2 Corrosion on Natural Gas Compressors: Criteria and Guidelines

LectureLiquid water and CO2 can easily lead to carbon steel corrosion, especially at high pressures. Corrosion can happen either during normal running or during pressurized standstill conditions. The present paper describes three real cases of gas lift compressors operating in offshore platforms that suffered internal damage due to the formation of carbonic acid and unfavorable process conditions. The damages found were slightly different on each machine due to specific design characteristics (such as the presence or not of inlet guiding vanes), different manufacturers and process conditions. Full description of the failure mode and relevant root cause analysis as well as the modifications implemented to solve the issue are provided. Additionally, a review of the monitoring tools used to diagnose internal corrosion will be presented, including typical responses that can be expected in compressors subjected to CO2 corrosion. Finally, detailed criteria to define CO2 corrosion potential are proposed as well as comprehensive guidelines on material selection to avoid similar problems

Fibrinas ricas em plaquetas, uma alternativa para regeneração tecidual: revisão de literatura

Objetivo: o potencial de cicatrização dos fatores de crescimento plaquetários tem gerado interesse no uso de Fibrina rica em plaquetas (PRF) que pertence a uma nova geração de concentrados de plaquetas. A membrana de Fibrina Rica em Plaquetas promove uma favorável arquitetura fisiológica para apoiar o processo de cicatrização. O objetivo desse trabalho foi fazer uma revisão de literatura sobre fibrinas ricas em plaquetas na regeneração óssea, evidenciar suas indicações e buscar evidências de benefícios na formação óssea. Metodologia: para isso, foi realizado um levantamento bibliográfico dos artigos publicados entre 1985 e 2013. O termo utilizado foi fibrina rica em plaquetas. Vinte e um artigos foram selecionados, os quais relataram a performance de cicatrização e regeneração óssea pela fibrina rica em plaquetas na Implantodontia. Resultados: nos estudos pôde-se observar que o PRF parece gerar uma rede de fibrina semelhante ao natural, desencadeando uma maior proliferação celular e, consequentemente, regeneração óssea. Conclusão: diante disso, as fibrinas ricas em plaquetas têm demonstrado potencial para auxiliar na regeneração tecidual. A literatura mostra que este biomaterial é favorável para o desenvolvimento de uma matriz de cicatrização coerente sem excessos inflamatórios. É uma terapia promissora, que no entanto necessita de mais estudos clínicos longitudinais de acompanhamento

Venous Blood Derivatives as FBSSubstitutes for Mesenchymal Stem Cells: A Systematic Scoping Review

Although the biological properties of mesenchymal stem cells (MSC) are well-characterized in vitro, MSC clinical application is still far away to be achieved, mainly due to the need of xenogeneic substances for cell expansion, such as fetal bovine serum (FBS). FBS presents risks regarding pathogens transmissions and internalization of animal’s proteins, which can unleash antigenic responses in patients after MSC implantation. A wide range of venous blood derivatives (VBD) has been reported as FBS substitutes showing promising results. Thus, the aim of this study was to conduct a systematic scoping review to analyze whether VBD are effective FBS substitutes for MSC ex vivo expansion. The search was performed in SciVerse ScopusTM, PubMed, Web of ScienceTM, BIREME, Cochrane library up to January 2016. The keywords were selected using MeSH and entry terms. Two independent reviewers scrutinized the records obtained considering specific inclusion criteria. The included studies were evaluated in accordance with a modified Arksey and O’ Malley’s framework. From 184 found studies, 90 were included. Bone marrow mesenchymal stem cells (BMMSC) were presented in most of these studies. Overall, VBD allowed for either, maintenance of MCS’s fibroblast-like morphology, high proliferation, high colony-formation ability and maintenance of multipotency. Besides. MSC expanded in VBD supplements presented higher mitogen activity than FBS. VBD seems to be excellent xeno-free serum for ex vivo expansion of mesenchymal stem cells. However, an accentuated heterogeneity was observed between the carried out protocols for VBD isolation did not allowing for direct comparisons between the included studies

Nano‐/microfiber scaffold for tissue engineering: Physical and biological properties

Alginate hydrogel (AH) has intrinsic physical and biological limitations that hinder its broader application in tissue engineering. We hypothesized that the inclusion of nanofibers in the hydrogel and the use of a biotemplate that mimics nature would enhance the translational potential of alginate hydrogels. In this study, we have shown a method to obtain nano‐/microfibers of titanium (nfTD) and hydroxyapatite (nfHY) using cotton as a biotemplate. These fibers were incorporated in the alginate hydrogel and the mechanical characteristics and biological response to these reinforced materials were evaluated. We observed that these nanofibers resembled the structure of natural collagen and did not mediate cell toxicity. The incorporation of nfTD or nfHY to the AH has not increased the viscosity of the hydrogel. Therefore, this is a feasible method to produce a scaffold with improved physical characteristics, while at the same time generating an enhanced environment for cell adhesion and proliferation. © 2012 Wiley Periodicals, Inc. J Biomed Mater Res Part A: 100A:3051–3058, 2012.Peer Reviewedhttp://deepblue.lib.umich.edu/bitstream/2027.42/93772/1/34242_ftp.pd

Does Cryopreservation Affect the Biological Properties of Stem Cells from Dental Tissues? A Systematic Review

This systematic review evaluated if different cryopreservation protocols could affect biological properties (Cell survival rate (CSR), proliferation, differentiation, maintenance of stem cell markers) of stem cells obtained from dental tissues (DSC) post-thaw. An electronic search was carried out within PubMed and ISI Web Science by using specific keyword. Two independent reviewers read the titles and abstracts of all reports respecting predetermined inclusion/exclusion criteria. Data were extracted considering the biological properties of previously cryopreserved DSCs and previously cryopreserved dental tissues. DSCs cryopreserved as soon as possible after their isolation presents a CSR quite similar to the non-cryopreserved DSC. Dimethyl sulfoxide (DMSO) [10%] showed good results related to cell recovery post-thaw to cryopreserve cells and tissues for periods of up to 2 years. The cryopreservation of DSC in a mechanical freezer (-80°C) allows the recovery of stem cells post-thaw. The facilities producing magnetic field (MF), demand a lower concentration of cryoprotectant, but their use is not dispensable. It is possible to isolate and cryopreserve dental pulp stem cell (DPSC) from healthy and diseased vital teeth. Cryopreservation of dental tissues for late DSC isolation, combined with MF dispensability, could be valuable to reduce costs and improve the logistics to develop teeth banks.This systematic review evaluated if different cryopreservation protocols could affect biological properties (Cell survival rate (CSR), proliferation, differentiation, maintenance of stem cell markers) of stem cells obtained from dental tissues (DSC) post-thaw. An electronic search was carried out within PubMed and ISI Web Science by using specific keyword. Two independent reviewers read the titles and abstracts of all reports respecting predetermined inclusion/exclusion criteria. Data were extracted considering the biological properties of previously cryopreserved DSCs and previously cryopreserved dental tissues. DSCs cryopreserved as soon as possible after their isolation presents a CSR quite similar to the non-cryopreserved DSC. Dimethyl sulfoxide (DMSO) [10%] showed good results related to cell recovery post-thaw to cryopreserve cells and tissues for periods of up to 2 years. The cryopreservation of DSC in a mechanical freezer (-80°C) allows the recovery of stem cells post-thaw. The facilities producing magnetic field (MF), demand a lower concentration of cryoprotectant, but their use is not dispensable. It is possible to isolate and cryopreserve dental pulp stem cell (DPSC) from healthy and diseased vital teeth. Cryopreservation of dental tissues for late DSC isolation, combined with MF dispensability, could be valuable to reduce costs and improve the logistics to develop teeth banks.This systematic review evaluated if different cryopreservation protocols could affect biological properties (Cell survival rate (CSR), proliferation, differentiation, maintenance of stem cell markers) of stem cells obtained from dental tissues (DSC) post-thaw. An electronic search was carried out within PubMed and ISI Web Science by using specific keyword. Two independent reviewers read the titles and abstracts of all reports respecting predetermined inclusion/exclusion criteria. Data were extracted considering the biological properties of previously cryopreserved DSCs and previously cryopreserved dental tissues. DSCs cryopreserved as soon as possible after their isolation presents a CSR quite similar to the non-cryopreserved DSC. Dimethyl sulfoxide (DMSO) [10%] showed good results related to cell recovery post-thaw to cryopreserve cells and tissues for periods of up to 2 years. The cryopreservation of DSC in a mechanical freezer (-80°C) allows the recovery of stem cells post-thaw. The facilities producing magnetic field (MF), demand a lower concentration of cryoprotectant, but their use is not dispensable. It is possible to isolate and cryopreserve dental pulp stem cell (DPSC) from healthy and diseased vital teeth. Cryopreservation of dental tissues for late DSC isolation, combined with MF dispensability, could be valuable to reduce costs and improve the logistics to develop teeth banks

Characterization Of Morphology And Composition Of Inorganic Fillers In Dental Alginates.

Energy dispersive X-ray spectroscopy microanalysis (EDX), scanning electron microscopy (SEM), and Archimedes' Principle were used to determine the characteristics of inorganic filler particles in five dental alginates, including Cavex ColorChange (C), Hydrogum 5 (H5), Hydrogum (H), Orthoprint (O), and Jeltrate Plus (JP). The different alginate powders (0.5 mg) were fixed on plastic stubs (n = 5) and sputter coated with carbon for EDX analysis, then coated with gold, and observed using SEM. Volume fractions were determined by weighing a sample of each material in water before and after calcining at 450(°)C for 3 h. The alginate materials were mainly composed of silicon (Si) by weight (C-81.59%, H-79.89%, O-78.87%, H5-77.95%, JP-66.88%, wt). The filler fractions in volume (vt) were as follows: H5-84.85%, JP-74.76%, H-70.03%, O-68.31%, and C-56.10%. The tested materials demonstrated important differences in the inorganic elemental composition, filler fraction, and particle morphology.201417806

A multi-country test of brief reappraisal interventions on emotions during the COVID-19 pandemic.

The COVID-19 pandemic has increased negative emotions and decreased positive emotions globally. Left unchecked, these emotional changes might have a wide array of adverse impacts. To reduce negative emotions and increase positive emotions, we tested the effectiveness of reappraisal, an emotion-regulation strategy that modifies how one thinks about a situation. Participants from 87 countries and regions (n = 21,644) were randomly assigned to one of two brief reappraisal interventions (reconstrual or repurposing) or one of two control conditions (active or passive). Results revealed that both reappraisal interventions (vesus both control conditions) consistently reduced negative emotions and increased positive emotions across different measures. Reconstrual and repurposing interventions had similar effects. Importantly, planned exploratory analyses indicated that reappraisal interventions did not reduce intentions to practice preventive health behaviours. The findings demonstrate the viability of creating scalable, low-cost interventions for use around the world

Effect of low power laser in the human pulp fibroblasts proliferation and in the activity of metalloproteinases 2 and 9 in vitro

The aim of the present study was to evaluate the gelatinase activity (MMP-2 and 9), and proliferation of human pulp fibroblasts in vitro, after irradiation with a low level diode laser (780nm). The activity was evaluated with zymography and the proliferation rate was obtained through growth curves made in SigmaPlot (8.0), after the counting in Neubauer chamber.in light microscope. Cells used to zimography were cultived in DMEM, 10% fetal bovine serum and incubated at 37ºC in atmosphere of 5% CO2 and 95% air, in 100% humidity. Cells used to proliferation rate were cultivated in nutritional deficit (5% SFB). Groups to zymography and cell proliferation were determined: zymography - Z1 = not irradiated, Z2 = 3J/cm2 e Z3 = 6J/cm2, cell proliferation: L1 = not irradiated, L2 = 3J/cm2 e L3 = 6J/cm2. The counting was made after 2, 4 and 6 days. Assays were performed in triplicate. The zymography showed that the MMP-2 activity was major with MMP-9, and, Z2 e Z3 produced a higher activity than MMP-2, when compared to Z1. Results of the zymography and proliferation test were compared by either ANOVA complemented by Tukey´s test. The level of significance was 5% (p<0,05). Statistical analysis demonstrate difference between the groups in different days. The L3 obtained higher proliferation in the finish of the six days. L2 demonstrated higher growth than L1. Irradiated fibroblasts with the low power laser expressed a higher amount of MMP-2 activity and 6J/cm2 produced a higher proliferation rate in the initial daysO objetivo do presente estudo foi avaliar a atividade das gelatinases (MMP-2 e MMP-9), e a proliferação de fibroblastos pulpares humanos in vitro, após a irradiação com um diodo laser de baixa de baixa potência (780nm). A atividade foi avaliada com zimografia e as taxas de proliferação e contagem celular foram obtidas através de curvas de crescimento feitas com o software SigmaPlot (8.0), após a contagem em câmara de Neubauer ao microscópio óptico. As células usadas para a zimografia foram cultivvadas em DMEM, com SFB a 10% e incubadas a 37ºC em atmosfera de 5% CO2 e 95% de ar, em 100% de umidade. Já, as células usadas para a taxa de proliferação e contagem celular foram cultivadas em déficit nutricional (5% SFB). Os grupos para zimmografia e para a contagem e taxa de proliferação foram determinados: a) zimografia - Z1 = sem irradiação, Z2 = 3J/cm2 e Z3 = 6J/cm2 e b) proliferação e contagem celular - L1 = sem irradiação, L2 = 3J/cm2 e L3 = 6J/cm2. A contagem celular foi realizada em após 2, 4 e 6 dias. Os ensaios foram realizados em triplicata. A zimografia mostrou que a ativiidade da MMP-2 foi maior que a MMP-9, e Z2 e Z3 produziram uma grande atividade, quando comparados ao rupo Z1. Os resultados da zimografia e dos testes de contagem e proliferação celular foram comparados por análise de variância (ANOVA) e complementado pelo teste Tukey. O nível de significância utilizado foi de % (p<0,05). A análise estatística demonstrou diferença entre os grupos nos diferentes dias para a proliferação e contagem celular. O grupo L3 obteve a maior contagem celular ao final dos seis dias avaliados. O grupo L2 demonstrou maior proliferação que o grupo L1. Os fibroblastos irradiados com o laser de baixa potência expressaram uma alta atividade de MMP-2 e a dose 6J/cm2 produziu uma alta taxa de proliferação nos primeiros dia