PROSPECTS FOR THE INTEGRATION OF QUARTZ-FELDSPAR CONCENTRATE OBTAINED FROM KAOLIN ENRICHMENT INTO CERAMIC PRODUCTION PROCESSES

ABSTRACT.The paper examin es the potential use of quartz feldspar concentrate obtained as a result of kaolin enrichment to meet the growing demand for quartz feldspar materials, which are essential components in the production of ceramic tiles, sanitary ceramics and other products.The research methodology includes laboratory tests of the chemical c

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Expression and Function of Transmembrane-4 Superfamily (Tetraspanin) Proteins in Osteoclasts: Reciprocal Roles of Tspan-5 and NET-6 during Osteoclastogenesis

Background: Osteoclasts are bone-resorbing multinuclear polykaryons essential for bone remodeling, formed through cell fusion of mononuclear macrophage/monocyte lineage precursor cells upon stimulation by the RANK/RANKL system.Recent studies have revealed that a family of tetraspanin proteins, such as CD9, is critically involved in the cell fusion/

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Salvage of a cartilage framework exposure in total ear reconstruction using a retro-auricular fascia flap with double axial irrigation

Summary: Cartilage framework exposure during total ear reconstruction requires an early salvage procedure and a secure coverage.We present a case that has been successfully covered by a retro-auricular fascia flap and a Kulturbeutel skin graft.Because we were dealing with a post-traumatic ear amputation with extensive scarring, the flap was designe

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