This paper is an investigation of positive elements in a Banach algebra. Under the firmness of the state space of a Banach algebra, it is shown that even powers of positive Hermitian elements are in fact positive.

effect of sucrose replacement with date syrup powder on physiochemical properties of sponge cake such as specific gravity, volume, apparent density, solid density, porosity, symmetry, moisture content, water activity, crust color and textural firmness was studied. batter specific gravity of the control sample was higher than that of other samples. sucrose replacement with 100% of date syrup pow...

The article evaluated the suitability of 14 apple cultivars for vacuum impregnation (VI) process based on comparison physicochemical properties fresh and impregnated tissue. cube-cut was in a solution close to isotonic composed 0.5% ascorbic acid, citric 10% sucrose. VI conducted with time absolute pressure at 10 min 15 kPa, restoring atmospheric 5 relaxation min. content acid after increased b...

and Implications Lean finely textured pork (LFTP) is a low-fat protein source produced from fresh pork fatty trimmings. LFTP has similar protein and fat contents as lean meat, but is more economical for processed meat formulations. In order to recommend best utilization of this inexpensive meat ingredient, we studied the protein composition and functionality of LFTP. The protein composition of ...

Although laser lipolysis has been described as a “lunchtime treatment”, it is nevertheless classified as a surgical procedure associated with certain risks due to surgical incisions and the use of anesthetics, as well as with subsequently reduced skin firmness and lack of skin ability to conform to the reduced body size. We aimed to develop a safe and effective alternative to address both exces...

Fat necrosis (FN) is a common surgical complication after breast and plastic surgery procedures involving reconstruction and tissue flaps with an incidence reported ranging from 10 to 39%.1 Histologically, FN is described as a focus of lipid-laden macrophages and chronic inflammationwith a foreign body giant cell reaction.2 FN in breasts has a variable clinical presentation that can range from ...

The tumescent technique involves the injection of large volumes of dilute local anaesthetic such as lidocaine or bupivacaine, with or without adrenaline solution, into subcutaneous fat, obtaining swelling and firmness (tumescence) of the surgical area and also creating regional anaesthesia of the skin and subcutaneous tissue that allows cutaneous surgery without pain. In particular, in cutaneou...

Morbidly adherent placentation (MAP) is a condition in which the placenta is abnormally attached to the uterine myometrium. MAP is a complication of pregnancy that can cause significant morbidity to the mother and fetus and therefore early diagnosis is crucial in its management and prevention of adverse outcomes. Ultrasonography remains the primary diagnostic tool for MAP, with magnetic resonan...