21. B-IMPACT project : eco-friendly and non-hazardous coatings for the protection of outdoor bronzesGiulia Masi, Maëlenn Aufray, A. Balbo, E. Bernardi, Maria Chiara Bignozzi, Cristina Chiavari, J. Esvan, Nina Gartner, V. Grassi, Claudie Josse, Tadeja Kosec, Carla Martini, Cecilia Monticelli, Luka Škrlep, W. Sperotto, Erika Švara Fabjan, E. Tedesco, F. Zanotto, Luc Robbiola, 2020, published scientific conference contribution Abstract: Application of protective coatings is the most widely used conservation treatment for outdoor bronzes. Eco-friendly and non-hazardous coatings are currently needed for conservation of outdoor bronze monuments. To fulfil this need, the M-ERA.NET European research project B-IMPACT (Bronze-IMproved non-hazardous PAtina CoaTings) aimed at assessing the protectiveness of innovative coatings for historical and modern bronze monuments exposed outdoors.
In this project, two bronze substrates (historical Cu-Sn-Zn-Pb and modern Cu-Si-Mn alloys) were artificially patinated, by acid rain solution using dropping test and by "liver of sulphur" procedure (K2S aqueous solution) to obtain black patina, respectively. Subsequently, the application of several newly developed protective coatings was carried out and their performance was investigated by preliminary electrochemical tests. In the following steps of the work, the assessment of the best-performing coatings was carried out and their performance was compared to Incralac, one of the most widely used protective coatings in conservation practice. A multi-analytical approach was adopted, considering artificial ageing (carried out in representative conditions, including exposure to rain runoff, stagnant rain and UV radiation) and metal release, as well as visual aspect (so as to include aesthetical impact among the coating selection parameters) and morphological and structural evolution of the coated surfaces due to simulated outdoor exposure. Lastly, also the health impact of selected coatings was assessed by occupational hazard tests. The removability and re-applicability of the best-performing coatings were also assessed. The best alternatives to the conventional Incralac exhibited were: (i) fluoroacrylate blended with methacryloxy-propyl-trimethoxy-silane (FA-MS) applied on patinated Cu-Sn-Zn-Pb bronze and (ii) 3-mercapto-propyl-trimethoxysilane (PropS-SH) applied on patinated Cu-Si-Mn bronze.
Keywords: bronze, patina, protective coatings, eco-friendly, corrosion, aging
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23. Fine particulate matter (PM2.5) exposure assessment among active daily commuters to induce behaviour change to reduce air pollutionAnja Ilenič, Alenka Mauko Pranjić, Nina Zupančič, Radmila Milačič, Janez Ščančar, 2023, original scientific article Abstract: Fine particulate matter (PM2.5), a detrimental urban air pollutant primarily emitted by traffic and biomass burning, poses disproportionately significant health risks at relatively limited exposure during commuting. Previous studies have mainly focused on fixed locations when assessing PM2.5 exposure, while neglecting pedestrians and cyclists, who often experience higher pollution levels. In response, this research aimed to independently validate the effectiveness of bicycle-mounted low-cost sensors (LCS) adopted by citizens, evaluate temporal and spatial PM2.5 exposure, and assess associated health risks in Ljubljana, Slovenia. The LCS quality assurance results, verified by co-location field tests by air quality monitoring stations (AQMS), showed comparable outcomes with an average percentage difference of 21.29 %, attributed to humidity-induced nucleation effects. The colder months exhibited the highest air pollution levels (μ = 32.31 μg/m3) due to frequent thermal inversions and weak wind circulation, hindering vertical air mixing and the adequate dispersion of pollutants. Additionally, PM2.5 levels in all sampling periods were lowest in the afternoon (μ = 12.09 μg/m3) and highest during the night (μ = 61.00 μg/m3) when the planetary boundary layer thins, leading to the trapping of pollutants near the surface, thus significantly affecting diurnal and seasonal patterns. Analysis of exposure factors revealed that cyclists were approximately three times more exposed than pedestrians. However, the toxicological risk assessment indicated a minimal potential risk of PM2.5 exposure. The collaborative integration of data from official AQMS and LCS can enhance evidence-based policy-making processes and facilitates the realignment of effective regulatory frameworks to reduce urban air pollution.
Keywords: air pollution monitoring, PM2.5 exposure, citizen science, bicycle-mounted low-cost sensors
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24. Electrochemical corrosion tests on steel in alkali-activated materialsNina Gartner, Miha Hren, Tadeja Kosec, Andraž Legat, 2021, published scientific conference contribution Abstract: One of the potential alternatives to Ordinary Portland Cement (OPC) are Alkali-Activated Materials (AAMs). The service life of reinforced concrete structures greatly depends on the corrosion resistance of embedded steel reinforcement. Due to the wide range of AAMs and their diverse properties, corrosion processes of steel in these materials are relatively unknown. Corrosion monitoring methods or their interpretations in certain cases cannot be directly transferred from the ones for OPC materials. The chemical compositions of pore solution in different AAMs influence the results of electrochemical measurements and their interpretations. Within this research, three different alkali-activated mortar mixes were prepared, based on fly ash, slag or metakaolin. Pore solutions were extracted from each mortar andchemical analysis was acquired. Different electrochemical corrosion measurements were performed on steel submerged to synthetic pore solutions. In parallel, ordinary carbon steel reinforcing bar was installed in the same types of alkali-activated mortar mixes. Specimens were exposed to wet/dry cycles with saline solution and periodic measurements of electrochemical impedance spectroscopy (EIS) were performed. Measured parameters in both systems were analysedand compared. It was concluded that electrochemical measurements in pore solutions can provide basic overview on corrosion behaviour in different AAMs environments. Periodic EIS measurements enabled monitoring of corrosion initiation and propagation on steel reinforcement in AAMs, although the information on the corrosion type is missing. Interpretation of results depends on visual analysis of corrosion damages after the end of exposure, providing information on corrosion type and intensity. The continuation of research on corrosion monitoring techniques will be performed by using Electrical Resistance (ER) sensors and Coupled Multi-Electrode Array (CMEA) sensors.
Keywords: corrosion, alkali-activated mortars, pore solution extraction, electrochemical corrosion techniques, visual analysis
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25. Ocena količinskega stanja podzemnih voda za Načrt upravljanja voda 2022–2027 (NUV III)Petra Souvent, Urška Pavlič, Mišo Andjelov, Nina Rman, Peter Frantar, 2023, original scientific article Abstract: Ocena količinskega stanja podzemnih voda je del Načrta upravljanja voda 2022–2027 (NUV III). Z njo po določenih kriterijih ovrednotimo količinsko stanje na 21 vodnih telesih podzemnih voda v Sloveniji kot »dobro« ali »slabo«. Ocena je izvedena s štirimi preizkusi, kjer analiziramo vpliv odvzemov (črpanih količin) podzemne vode na: količine podzemne vode in vodno bilanco, ekološko stanje površinskih vodnih teles, kopenske ekosisteme odvisne od podzemne vode in vdore slane vode ali vode slabše kakovosti v vodonosnik. Končno skupno oceno, na podlagi opravljenih preizkusov, določa kriterij najslabše ocene. Na podlagi rezultatov izvedenih preizkusov imamo 20 vodnih teles ocenjenih s skupno oceno »dobro«. Vodno telo Dravska kotlina pa je ocenjeno kot »slabo«, ker črpanje podzemne vode povzroča vdore vode slabše kakovosti v vodonosnik. Zadnja obdobna ocena količinskega stanja 1991–2020 razkriva, da imamo v plitvih vodonosnikih podzemnih vodnih teles letno na razpolago dobrih 4 milijarde m3 podzemne vode. Odvzemi podzemne vode (črpane količine) so v obdobju 2014–2019 v plitvih vodonosnikih dosegali povprečno 135 milijonov m3/leto. Na območju globokega geotermalnega vodonosnika v Murski kotlini so odvzemi v tem obdobju ocenjeni na 2,5 milijona m3/leto. Numerični modeli simulirajo omejeno napajanje, ki se kaže kot izcejanje iz okoliških kamnin v geotermalni vodonosnik v višini približno 2,3 milijona m3 termalne vode na leto.
Keywords: podzemna voda, vodno telo, preizkus količinskega stanja, vodna bilanca, ekosistemi, odvzemi
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26. Heavy minerals as indicators of source material in soils on carbonatesBarbara Čeplak, Miloš Miler, Nina Zupančič, Simona Jarc, 2023, original scientific article Abstract: The origin of the soils formed on carbonate rocks remains uncertain, as they are probably of polygenetic origin. Of particular interest are the elevated contents of some trace elements detected in these soils, as they can hardly be attributed to insoluble residues of carbonate rock. The aim of this study was to uncover the relationship between heavy minerals in bedrock and soil and to identify other sources that influence the mineral and chemical composition of soil. We investigated representative samples of soils and dolomite bedrock as well as sandstones and marlstones from the nearby flysch basin as an expected source of the aeolian contribution. XRD and SEM/EDS showed that mineral diversity is higher in soils compared to the dolomites. Heavy minerals found in dolomite insoluble residue include sphalerite, Ti-oxide (probably rutile), zircon, fluorite, pyrite, minerals of REE phosphates and apatite group, interpreted as terrigenous detrital material. The mineral composition of soil heavy fraction is only partly following insoluble residues of bedrock and indicates possible aeolian contribution. Comparison with nearby flysch sandstones and marlstones showed similarities in mineralogical diversity by the presence of chromite and Fe-Cr(Mn) oxides (probably carmichaelite). Other minerals present in soils and flysch layers, such as Ti-oxide (probably rutile), zircon, REE phosphates, and pyrite grains, however, show similarities in mode of occurrence and transport indications. Signs of aeolian transport on the grains detected in soils were further confirmed by SEM/EDS.
Keywords: Phaeozem, Upper Triassic dolomite, flysch layers, trace elements, SEM/EDS
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30. Rak jajčnikov : ponovno nekaj novega2023, proceedings of peer-reviewed scientific conference contributions (domestic conferences) Abstract: Rak jajčnikov je najpogostejši vzrok smrti pri ženskah, ki zbolijo za ginekološkimi raki, saj je bolezen za večino bolnic v napredovalih fazah pogosto usodna. To je posledica težavne prepoznavnosti bolezni v zgodnjih fazah, ko je zdravljenje učinkovito. /// Na žalost preventivni program za zgodnje odkrivanje raka jajčnikov še ne obstaja, zato je pri več kot 75 % bolnic bolezen odkrita v napredovalih stadijih, kar posledično prinaša slabo prognozo. Tako pri zdravnikih kot pri ženskah je pomanjkljivo poznavanje zgodnjih znakov bolezni, kar lahko vodi v napačno diagnostiko in triažiranje bolnic v neprimerno zdravstveno ustanovo. /// Diagnoza se postavi s pomočjo ustreznih diagnostičnih preiskav, potrdi pa se s patohistološko preiskavo. 90 % rakov jajčnikov izvira iz epitelija, medtem ko so drugi tipi redki. Osnovno zdravljenje vključuje kirurški poseg, katerega cilj je popolnoma odstraniti bolezen in doseči stanje brez vidnega ostanka bolezni. Sledi sistemska terapija, medtem ko obsevanje pri zdravljenju raka jajčnikov nima ključnega pomena. /// Ugotovljeno je, da je zdravljenje raka jajčnikov najuspešnejše v specializiranih ustanovah, kjer delujejo strokovnjaki z usmerjenostjo v ginekološko-onkološko področje. V Sloveniji si nenehno prizadevamo za standardizirano in kakovostno obravnavo žensk z rakom jajčnikov.
Keywords: ginekološki raki, elektronske knjige
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