To better rule out the complex fire risk related to large format lithium ion cells, a detailed and
systematic evaluation, both at component and cell levels, could be an invaluable milestone …

The electrophysiological properties of dronedarone (SR33589), a noniodinated amiodarone-
like agent, were studied on action potential (AP) and contraction of papillary muscle and on …

A detailed investigation of the combustion behavior of LiPF 6 or LiFSI-based carbonate
electrolytes was conducted with the objective of getting better knowledge of lithium-ion …

We tested the hypotheses that catalase activity is modified by CAT single nucleotide
polymorphisms (SNPs)(-262;-844), and by their interactions with oxidant exposures (coal …

Discordant results have been observed regarding the associations of chronic obstructive
pulmonary diseases with secretor, Lewis, and ABO histo-blood groups, which are defined by …

This study assessed the relationships of job tasks and living conditions with occupational
injuries among coal miners. The sample included randomly selected 516 underground …

Introduction: Interaction between genetic background and oxidative environmental stimuli in
the pathogenesis of human lung disease has been largely unexplored. Methods: A …

A previous study on 536 retired coke oven plant workers in Lorraine Collieries (France)
reported an excess of deaths from lung cancer (standardised mortality ratio (SMR)= 251) …

The aim of this study was to evaluate the usefulness of the forced oscillation technique (FOT)
in the assessment of occupation-related airway changes. The forced oscillation technique …

The main activity of the Houillères du Bassin de Lorraine (Lorraine Collieries), employing
23,000 operatives and executives, is coalmining. The coke production is carried out by two …