In this contribution, we have characterized for the first time (to best of our knowledge), microcalcifications present in fine needle aspiration (FNA) smears thyroid nodules. Abnormal deposits were analysed through μFourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy (μFTIR) and Field Emission Scanning Electron Microscopy (FE-SEM) order to obtain their chemical composition as well morphology at micrometer ...

A new application of data fusion is presented within the context of national research project named SENSO. The aim is to improve evaluation of indicators or pathologies of in situ concrete structures by combining measurements from different NDE techniques (radar, electrical resistivity and capacity, infrared thermography, impact echo and ultrasounds). Every non-destructive measurement is likely...

Fuel calorific value is an important parameter in fire behaviour. The objective of this study is to evaluate the potential of using near-infrared reflectance spectroscopy (NIRS) for determining the calorific value of fuel. Fifty samples of various fuel components from the Mediterranean forest (17.1–24.6 MJ⋅kg–1) were used to establish a calibration equation between NIR spectra (1100–2500 nm) an...