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- Öhlén, Erik, et al.
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Clinical course and predictors of outcome following surgical treatment of benign peripheral nerve sheath tumors, a single center retrospective study
- 2024
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In: International Journal of Neuroscience. - : Taylor & Francis. - 0020-7454 .- 1563-5279.
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Journal article (peer-reviewed)abstract
- INTRODUCTION: Peripheral nerve sheath tumors are the most common tumor of the peripheral nerves. In general, surgery has a favorable outcome and is the treatment of choice. However, postoperative neurologic deficits are not uncommon, and predictors of outcome are poorly defined.OBJECTIVE: To evaluate clinical outcomes after surgical treatment of benign peripheral nerve sheath tumors and identify outcome predictors that may affect preoperative decision making and improve surgical outcomes.METHOD: In this single center retrospective study, all patients surgically treated for a benign peripheral nerve sheath tumor between 2005 and 2020 were eligible for inclusion. Medical records and imaging data were reviewed. Studied outcomes were changes in neurological symptoms, pain, and tumor recurrence. Logistic regression was performed to identify possible outcome predictors.RESULTS: In total, 81 patients undergoing 85 separate surgeries for benign peripheral nerve sheath tumors were included. The most common preoperative symptoms were local pain (90%) followed by a noticeable mass (78%), radiating pain (72%), sensory deficit (18%) and motor deficit (16%). A postoperative improvement of symptoms was seen in 94% of those with pain, 48% of those with sensory deficits and 78% of those with motor deficits. However, 35% and 9% developed new postoperative sensory and motor deficits, respectively. Multivariable analysis showed complete tumor removal as a predictor of reduced pain (p = 0.033), and younger age and larger tumors were risk factors for persistent or increased sensory deficits (p = 0.002 and p = 0.005, respectively). There were no significant predictors of motor deficits. Neurocutaneous syndromes were associated with increased odds of tumor recurrence on univariable analysis (p = 0.008).CONCLUSION: Surgery of benign peripheral nerve sheath tumors is a safe procedure with a favorable outcome in most cases. Younger age and larger tumors were risk factors for persistent or increased sensory deficits, while complete tumor removal was associated with reduced pain. Patients with neurocutaneous syndromes had a higher rate of tumor recurrence. To further evaluate outcome predictors, we recommend future studies to focus on longer follow-up periods to assess the natural course of postoperative neurological deficits.
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- Ahlgren, Per, 1960-, et al.
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A bibliometric analysis of battery research with the BATTERY 2030+ roadmap as point of departure
- 2022
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Reports (other academic/artistic)abstract
- In this bibliometric study, we analyze the six battery research subfields identified in the BATTERY 2030+ roadmap: Battery Interface Genome, Materials Acceleration Platform, Recyclability, Smart functionalities: Self-healing, Smart functionalities: Sensing, and Manufacturability. In addition, we analyze the entire research field related to BATTERY 2030+ as a whole, using two operationalizations. We (a) evaluate the European standing in the subfields/the BATTERY 2030+ field in comparison to the rest of the world, and (b) identify strongholds of the subfields/the BATTERY 2030+ field across Europe. For each subfield and the field as a whole, we used seed articles, i.e. articles listed in the BATTERY 2030+ roadmap or cited by such articles, in order to generate additional, similar articles located in an algorithmically obtained classification system. The output of the analysis is publication volumes, field normalized citation impact values with comparisons between country/country aggregates and between organizations, co-publishing networks between countries and organizations, and keyword co-occurrence networks. For the results related to (a), the performance of EU & associated (countries) is similar to China and the aggregate Japan-South Korea-Singapore and well below North America regarding citation impact and with respect to the field as a whole. Exceptions are, however, the subfields Battery Interface Genome and Recyclability. For the results related to (b), there is a large variability in the EU & associated organizations regarding volume in the different subfields. For citation impact, examples of high-performing EU & associated organizations are ETH Zurich and Max Planck Society for the Advancement of Science.
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- Ahlgren, Per, 1960-, et al.
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BATTERY 2030+ and its Research Roadmap : A Bibliometric Analysis.
- 2023
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In: ChemSusChem. - : Wiley. - 1864-5631 .- 1864-564X. ; 16:21
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Journal article (peer-reviewed)abstract
- In this bibliometric study, we analyze two of the six battery research subfields identified in the BATTERY 2030+ roadmap: Materials Acceleration Platform and Smart functionalities: Sensing. In addition, we analyze the entire research field related to BATTERY 2030+ as a whole. We (a) evaluate the European standing in the two subfields/the BATTERY 2030+ field in comparison to the rest of the world, and (b) identify strongholds of the two subfields/the BATTERY 2030+ field across Europe. For each subfield and the field as a whole, we used seed articles, i. e. articles listed in the BATTERY 2030+ roadmap or cited by such articles, in order to generate additional, similar articles located in an algorithmically obtained classification system. The output of the analysis is publication volumes, field normalized citation impact values with comparisons between country/country aggregates and between organizations, co-publishing networks between countries and organizations, and keyword co-occurrence networks.
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- Amici, Julia, et al.
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A Roadmap for Transforming Research to Invent the Batteries of the Future Designed within the European Large Scale Research Initiative BATTERY 2030
- 2022
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In: Advanced Energy Materials. - : John Wiley & Sons. - 1614-6832 .- 1614-6840. ; 12:17
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Research review (peer-reviewed)abstract
- This roadmap presents the transformational research ideas proposed by "BATTERY 2030+," the European large-scale research initiative for future battery chemistries. A "chemistry-neutral" roadmap to advance battery research, particularly at low technology readiness levels, is outlined, with a time horizon of more than ten years. The roadmap is centered around six themes: 1) accelerated materials discovery platform, 2) battery interface genome, with the integration of smart functionalities such as 3) sensing and 4) self-healing processes. Beyond chemistry related aspects also include crosscutting research regarding 5) manufacturability and 6) recyclability. This roadmap should be seen as an enabling complement to the global battery roadmaps which focus on expected ultrahigh battery performance, especially for the future of transport. Batteries are used in many applications and are considered to be one technology necessary to reach the climate goals. Currently the market is dominated by lithium-ion batteries, which perform well, but despite new generations coming in the near future, they will soon approach their performance limits. Without major breakthroughs, battery performance and production requirements will not be sufficient to enable the building of a climate-neutral society. Through this "chemistry neutral" approach a generic toolbox transforming the way batteries are developed, designed and manufactured, will be created.
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- Augustsson, Andreas, et al.
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Solid electrolyte interphase on graphite Li-ion battery anodes studied by soft X-ray spectroscopy
- 2004
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In: Phys. Chem. Chem. Phys. ; 6, s. 4185-4189
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Journal article (peer-reviewed)abstract
- We have measured X-ray absorption and emission near the C Is edge of graphite electrodes cycled in lithium-ion battery cells. Resonantly excited emission spectra of graphite electrodes exhibit features characteristic of both highly oriented pyrolytic graphite as well as polycrystalline graphite. Spectra of three electrodes cycled in two different electrolytes are presented and compared with spectra of the pristine electrode. A solid electrolyte interphase(SEI) was detected on the electrochemically cycled electrodes. By the use of selective excitation, resonant X-ray emission spectra of the SEI-species were obtained and compared to spectra of reference compounds. The SEI on the cycled graphite anode was shown to comprise lithium oxalate (Li2C2O4), lithium succinate (LiO2CCH2CH2CO2Li) and lithium methoxide (LiOCH3).
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- Bhadani, Kanishk, 1991, et al.
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CDIO Course Development for Faculty in Raw Materials Programmes
- 2017
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In: The 13th International CDIO Conference Proceedings, Calgary, Canada. - 1796-9964. - 9780889533998 ; , s. 315-326
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Conference paper (peer-reviewed)abstract
- In Europe, the existing MSc programmes which are linked to the thematic Raw Material content often focus mainly on technical knowledge in itself, and students graduate as professionals who know how to solve pre-defined technical problems. Students in such programmes seldom practice entrepreneurial, communication and innovation skills at a level that is needed in working life. On the other hand, the CDIO Initiative has developed a framework for modernizing engineering education by introducing such skills and thinking into the technical programmes and courses. It is widely discussed in the CDIO community that one of the constraints in implementing CDIO is faculty staff professional development. CDIO standards 9 and 10 focus on the faculty development and competencies both in terms of pedagogic as well as learning methods to deal with personal and interpersonal skills, and product, process, and system building skills. In order to bring a change and implement CDIO into the Raw Materials programmes in Europe, a modular course for training in CDIO was developed and delivered for the faculty member in the Raw Materials sector. This paper accounts for the development of the faculty training course, and provides a unique perspective on the implementation of CDIO into raw materials related programmes capturing the different models of implementation from different universities’ programmes and courses. The various universities involved provide programmes and courses across the entire value chain of raw materials from mining and minerals processing to materials design, sustainability and recycling. This paper will serve as a reference for the educators to develop and implement CDIO education methods in specific disciplines as illustrated here in the field of raw materials related programmes.
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- Björklund, Erik
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Avoiding ageing : Surface degradation of commercial electrode materials in lithium-ion batteries
- 2019
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Doctoral thesis (other academic/artistic)abstract
- The battery market today expands rapidly, not least for electric vehicles. But to compete against the combustion engine, the cost of batteries must be reduced. After years of usage, the batteries degrade and need to be exchanged, increasing the cost over the vehicle lifecycle. This can be mitigated by tailoring the usage conditions and the battery materials. Understanding and avoiding ageing can be key to a more sustainable transport system. This thesis contains studies on degradation processes in Li-ion batteries utilizing the LiNixMnyCozO2 (NMC) cathode material, and suggests strategies for the improvement of battery life time.When cycling different negative electrodes – including graphite, lithium foil and lithium titanium oxide (LTO) – against NMC electrodes, only minor capacity fading was observed in the NMC-LTO and NMC-graphite cells, in contrast to the NMC-Li-metal cells. The capacity fading for Li-metal cells was determined to be caused by degradation products formed at the lithium foil which thereafter diffused to the NMC electrode, leading to a higher resistance. Commercial NMC/LiMn2O4-graphite cells were also investigated after cycling in limited state of charge (SOC)-intervals. The cycle life was far longer in the low-SOC cell than in the high-SOC cell. Photoelectron spectroscopy revealed increased manganese dissolution in the high-SOC cell, likely causing a less stable solid electrolyte interphase layer on the negative electrode. This, in turn, limits the capacity. How temperature influence ageing in NMC-LTO was analysed in cells cycled at -10 °C, 30 °C and 55 °C. It was found that the initial side reactions at the LTO electrode limited the cell capacity, but that these also stabilized the NMC electrode. At 55 °C, excessive side reactions at LTO caused capacity fading due to loss of active lithium. At -10 °C, high cell resistance limited the capacity. Switching to a PC based electrolyte allowed stable low temperature cycling, although it was found that PC degraded and formed thick electrode surface layers. Also sulfolane-based electrolytes were investigated, showing thinner surface layers than the EC containing reference electrolyte at high potentials, thus indicating a more stable electrolyte system.
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- Björklund, Erik, et al.
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How the Negative Electrode Influences Interfacial and Electrochemical Properties of LiNi1/3Co1/3Mn1/3O2 Cathodes in Li-Ion Batteries
- 2017
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In: Journal of the Electrochemical Society. - : The Electrochemical Society. - 0013-4651 .- 1945-7111. ; 164:13, s. A3054-A3059
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Journal article (peer-reviewed)abstract
- The cycle life of LiNi1/3Co1/3Mn1/3O2 (NMC) based cells are significantly influenced by the choice of the negative electrode. Electrochemical testing and post mortem surface analysis are here used to investigate NMC electrodes cycled vs. either Li-metal, graphite or Li4Ti5O12 (LTO) as negative electrodes. While NMC-LTO and NMC-graphite cells show small capacity fading over 200 cycles, NMC-Li-metal cell suffers from rapid capacity fading accompanied with an increased voltage hysteresis despite the almost unlimited access of lithium. X-ray absorption near edge structure (XANES) results show that no structural degradation occurs on the positive electrode even after >200 cycles, however, X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy (XPS) results shows that the composition of the surface layer formed on the NMC cathode in the NMC-Li-metal cell is largely different from that of the other NMC cathodes (cycled in the NMC-graphite or NMC-LTO cells). Furthermore, it is shown that the surface layer thickness on NMC increases with the number of cycles, caused by continuous electrolyte degradation products formed at the Li-metal negative electrode and then transferred to NMC positive electrode.
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- Björklund, Erik, et al.
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Influence of state-of-charge in commercial LiNi0.33Mn0.33Co0.33O2/LiMn2O4-graphite cells analyzed by synchrotron-based photoelectron spectroscopy
- 2018
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In: Journal of Energy Storage. - : Elsevier BV. - 2352-152X .- 2352-1538. ; 15, s. 172-180
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Journal article (peer-reviewed)abstract
- Degradation mechanisms in 26 Ah commercial Li-ion battery cells comprising graphite as the negative electrode and mixed metal oxide of LiMn 2 O 4 (LMO) and LiNi 1/3 Mn 1/3 Co 1/3 O 2 (NMC) as the positive electrode are here investigated utilising extensive cycling at two different state-of-charge (SOC) ranges, 10–20% and 60–70%, as well as post-mortem analysis. To better analyze these mechanisms electrochemically, the cells were after long-term cycling reassembled into laboratory scale “half-cells” using lithium metal as the negative electrode, and thereafter cycled at different rates corresponding to 0.025 mA/cm 2 and 0.754 mA/cm 2 . The electrodes were also analyzed by synchrotron-based hard x-ray photoelectron spectroscopy (HAXPES) using two different excitation energies to determine the chemical composition of the interfacial layers formed at different depth on the respective electrodes. It was found from the extensive cycling that the cycle life was shorter for the cell cycled in the higher SOC range, 60–70%, which is correlated to findings of an increased cell resistance and thickness of the SEI layer in the graphite electrode as well as manganese dissolution from the positive electrode.
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