A5035009100- Urban Transport and Accessibility
- Magnetic confinement fusion research
- Genetics and Physical Performance
- Sports Performance and Training
- Cardiovascular Effects of Exercise
- Environmental Education and Sustainability
- Transportation Planning and Optimization
- Sports injuries and prevention
- Ionosphere and magnetosphere dynamics
- Fusion materials and technologies
- Economic and Environmental Valuation
- Superconducting Materials and Applications
- Market Dynamics and Volatility
- Transportation and Mobility Innovations
- Cardiovascular and exercise physiology
- Advanced Topics in Algebra
- Human Mobility and Location-Based Analysis
- Polynomial and algebraic computation
- Behavioral Health and Interventions
- Laser-Plasma Interactions and Diagnostics
- Urban Green Space and Health
- Monetary Policy and Economic Impact
- Innovative Approaches in Technology and Social Development
- Autism Spectrum Disorder Research
- Solar and Space Plasma Dynamics
University of Cagliari
2015-2024
Azienda Ospedaliera G. Brotzu
2017-2024
International Federation of Sports Medicine
2023
Merck Serono (Switzerland)
2023
University of Bologna
1985-2022
Federazione Medico Sportiva Italiana
2021
University of Sassari
2014
École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne
2009-2013
Institute of Applied Science and Intelligent Systems
2007-2011
Keldysh Institute of Applied Mathematics
2010
Starting from a standard single null X-point configuration, second order divertor (snowflake (SF)) has been successfully created on the Tokamak à Configuration Variable (TCV) tokamak. The magnetic properties of this innovative configuration have analysed and compared with configuration. For SF divertor, connection length flux expansion close to separatrix exceed those by more than factor 2. shear in plasma edge is also larger for
Objective: The ACTN3 R577X gene variant results in the absence of α-actinin-3 protein ∼18% humans worldwide and has been associated with athletic performance increased susceptibility to eccentric muscle damage. aim this study was investigate association between indirect disorders/injuries professional football players. Design: A case–control, genotype–phenotype study. Intervention: Two hundred fifty-seven male Italian players (from Serie A, Primavera, Allievi, Giovanissimi; age = 21.2 ± 5.3...
We hypothesized that the role of stroke volume (SV) in metaboreflex-induced cardiac output (CO) increase was blunted when metaboreflex stimulated by exercise muscle ischemia (EMI) compared with post-exercise (PEMI), because during EMI heart rate (HR) increases and limits diastolic filling. Twelve healthy volunteers were recruited their hemodynamic responses to evoked EMI, PEMI, a control dynamic assessed. The main finding blood pressure increment very similar PEMI settings. In both...
The ACTN3 gene may influence performance in team sports, which sprint action and high-speed movements, regulated by the anaerobic energy system, are crucial to ultimate success of a match. aim this study was determine association between R577X (rs1815739) polymorphism elite sport athletic status Italian male athletes. We compared genotype allele frequency athletes (n = 75), endurance 40), sprint/power 64), non-athletic healthy controls 192) from Italy. Genomic DNA collected using buccal...
This investigation aimed at verifying whether it was possible to reliably assess stroke volume (SV) during exercise from oxygen pulse (OP) and a model of arterio-venous difference (a-vO(2)D) estimation. The tested in 15 amateur male cyclists performing an test on cycle-ergometer consisting linear increase workload up exhaustion. Starting the analysis previous published data, we constructed a-vO(2)D estimation (a-vO(2)D(est)) which predicted that rest 30% total arterial O(2) content (CaO(2))...
An edge-localized mode (ELM) H-mode regime, supported by electron cyclotron heating, has been successfully established in a "snowflake" (second-order null) divertor configuration for the first time TCV tokamak. This regime exhibits 2 to 3 times lower ELM frequency and 20%-30% increased normalized energy (ΔWELM/Wp) compared an identically shaped, conventional single-null diverted H mode. Enhanced stability of mid- high-toroidal-mode-number ideal modes is consistent with different snowflake...
In Italy, where bicycle culture is struggling to catch on, the Extraordinary Plan for Tourism Mobility 2017–22 aims increase accessibility of tourist sites through safe and pleasant cycling routes, interconnected with other modes transport. These same objectives have been pursued by Sardinia, one Italian regions more attractive tourists, design a regional cycle network long-distance routes (Ciclovia della Sardegna). The current study focuses on tourism mobility in metropolitan city Cagliari,...
The first experimental evidence of parallel momentum transport generated by the up-down asymmetry a toroidal plasma is reported. experiments, conducted in Tokamak à Configuration Variable, were motivated recent theoretical discovery ion-scale turbulent induced an magnetic equilibrium. rotation gradient observed to depend on outer part leading variation central factor 1.5-2. direction effect and its magnitude are agreement with predictions for eight possible combinations asymmetry, current, field.
The aim of this study was to investigate the association between MCT1 rs1049434 polymorphism and indirect muscle injuries in elite football players. One hundred seventy-three male Italian players (age = 19.2 ± 5.3 years) were recruited from a first-league club participating at Official National Football Championship (Serie A, Primavera, Allievi, Giovanissimi). cohort genotyped for polymorphism, data collected during period 2009–2014 (five seasons). Genomic DNA extracted using buccal swab,...
Triple Access Planning (TAP) is the idea that accessibility can be delivered through physical mobility, digital connectivity, and spatial proximity. There great uncertainty as to how far one of these three elements will substitute for or complement others in delivering we need future. Sustainable Urban Mobility (SUM) touted a relatively new paradigm local transport planning oriented achievement wide range societal objectives. The paper presents review well SUM Plans from eight European...
Abstract Background Recently, genetic predisposition to injury has become a popular area of research and the association between few single nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs) susceptibility develop musculoskeletal injuries been shown. This pilot study aimed investigate combined effect common gene previously associated with muscle in Italian soccer players. Results A total 64 male top football players (age 23.1 ± 5.5 years; stature 180.2 7.4 cm; weight 73.0 7.9 kg) were genotyped for four [ ACE...
Although urban freight transportation is crucial to address societal demands, it also has a major negative impact on the environment, economy, and society. Then, growing interest in promoting more sustainable liveable cities pushing point out depth role of goods movements within planning process, as well city administrators implement new logistics actions/policies/measures. Therefore, after brief overview, study presents advanced techniques (models methodologies) help assessment scenario....
The aim of the present study was to investigate association between vitamin D receptor (VDR) gene polymorphisms and musculoskeletal injury (MI) in elite football players. In total, 54 male professional players were recruited from an official Italian championship team 2009 2013. cohort genotyped for ApaI, BsmI FokI MI data collected over four seasons. No significant differences identified among genotypes incidence rates or severity (P=0.254). addition, no associations observed VDR phenotypes...
Purpose : Professional football players experience both physical and mental fatigue (MF). The main aims of this randomized crossover study were to investigate the effect MF on repeated-sprint ability (RSA) effects psychomotor vigilance. Methods: Seventeen male professional performed 10 maximal 20-m shuttle sprints interspaced by incomplete recovery (RSA test). Running speed, heart rate, brain oxygenation, rating perceived exertion monitored during each sprint. RSA test was preceded either a...
Tokamak plasmas operating at high performance are limited by several MHD instabilities. The sawtooth instability limits the core plasma pressure and can drive neoclassical tearing mode unstable, but also prevents accumulation of impurities in core. Electron cyclotron heating current systems be used to modify local profile therefore tailor period. This paper reports on demonstrations continuous real time feedback control period varying EC injection angle.
Food commodity price fluctuations have an important impact on poverty and food insecurity across the world. Conventional models not provided a complete picture of recent spikes in agricultural markets, there is urgent need for appropriate policy responses. Perhaps new approaches are needed to better understand international spill‐overs, feedback between real financial sectors, as well link energy prices. In this article, we present results from worldwide dynamic model that provides short...
The demand for urban mobility has seen a marked increase over the last few decades. expansion of road networks, in distance traveled and number trips made created car-dependent cities. One solution achieving switch from private car to public transport is introduction new line that improves accessibility frequency service. However, an important behavioral process underpins travel choices often change choice context not sufficient evoke behavior change. Voluntary (VTBC) programs were developed...