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science1 month ago•11 min saved

Nepal medical student linked to fast-turnaround research network under investigation

Retraction Watch reports that Raghabendra Kumar Mahato, a second-year medical student in Nepal, runs a WhatsApp network of about 1,000 researchers producing large volumes of conference abstracts and journal papers. Several abstracts coauthored by Mahato have been accepted at major conferences such as the American Heart Association and ESMO. Critics say the setup resembles a paper mill and that authorship can be traded for presenting or publication fees, while Mahato denies selling authorship and says the aim is collaborative research; AHA and ESMO say they are reviewing the submissions.

via Retraction Watch|

#authorship #conferences #nepal

local2 months ago•29 min saved

Washington paper mill tragedy leaves 11 workers dead in chemical tank collapse

A chemical tank collapse at Nippon Dynawave's Longview paper mill in Washington released white liquor, killing 11 workers and prompting a major response from local authorities as investigators begin to determine the cause; the disaster ranks among the deadliest U.S. workplace incidents in recent decades.

via KOMO|

#chemical-tank-collapse #local #longview

usnews2 months ago•2 min saved

Final victim recovered as Washington paper mill explosion toll reaches 11

Officials announced the recovery of the last missing worker from the Nippon Dynawave paper mill explosion in Longview, WA, bringing the death toll to 11; investigators continue probing the tank implosion that released hazardous white liquor, while officials say contaminated ditch water has been diluted and Longview's drinking water remains safe.

via NBC News|

#explosion #longview #nippon-dynawave

national3 months ago•5 min saved

Washington paper mill tank rupture leaves 11 dead, 9 missing

A ruptured large chemical tank at Nippon Dynawave Packaging's Longview paper mill spilled more than 500,000 gallons of white liquor, killing 11 people and leaving nine workers missing; authorities say there is no hope of survivors as cleanup and river contamination monitoring continues, with the cause under investigation and the plant having a history of safety fines.

via 5 EYEWITNESS NEWS|

#chemical-spill #industrial-accident #national

local3 months ago•12 min saved

Longview paper mill tank rupture raises death toll to 11, nine still missing

A chemical tank rupture at Nippon Dynawave Packaging in Longview, WA, has now killed a second person, bringing the presumed death toll to 11 with nine missing. Authorities say there’s no hope of survivors and will continue daylight searches as crews monitor the ruptured 900,000-gallon white liquor tank amid ongoing investigations into the cause. The plant employs about 1,000 workers; injuries include a firefighter, and air and drinking water remain safe.

via The Columbian|

#local #longview #nippon-dynawave-packaging

local3 months ago•3 min saved

Nine still missing after Washington paper mill tank implodes; daylight search resumes

Crews resumed searching for nine missing workers after a tank at Nippon Dynawave Packaging in Longview ruptured, releasing caustic white liquor; one person died and nine were injured. Because the tank risks further collapse, responders can only operate in daylight while they work to stabilize the structure and recover the missing. The plant sits along the Columbia River and had prior safety violations, but officials say there is no threat to the surrounding community as investigators pursue the cause.

via The Guardian|

#hazardous-chemicals #local #paper-mill

local3 months ago•25 min saved

Hazardous chemical explosion at Longview paper mill injures several

At about 7:18 a.m., a major chemical explosion at Nippon Dynawave’s Longview kraft pulp and liquid packaging facility injured several workers and prompted a hazmat response; crews evacuated the area around Industrial Way while transporting victims to local hospitals, with authorities noting no immediate threat to the public.

via KOMO|

#chemical-explosion #hazmat #local

science11 months ago•4 min saved

Factors Behind the High Citation Count of a MicroRNA Review Paper

A brief review paper on microRNA published in 2018 has been cited over 2,000 times, largely due to its prominence in search results, but many citations may be from paper mill activities and retracted papers, raising concerns about research integrity in the microRNA field.

via Retraction Watch|

#citation #microrna #paper-mill

science-and-technology11 months ago•3 min saved

Europe's Largest Paper Mill and Ukrainian Research Network

An investigation uncovered over 1,500 research articles linked to a Ukrainian network, Tanu.pro, which is suspected of producing fake or low-quality papers and selling authorships, highlighting a significant issue of scientific misconduct in academic publishing.

via Nature|

#academic-integrity #fake-research #paper-mill

disasters2 years ago•1 min saved

"Road Closures and Area Warning Issued as Fire Engulfs Northern Michigan Paper Mill Property"

A fire at a paper mill in Cheboygan, Michigan, prompted road closures and warnings for residents to shelter in place. The fire started in an area of the mill where no employees were present, but several tons of plastic were stored. No injuries were reported among mill employees or firefighters. The nearby Cheboygan Lock and Dam was temporarily closed. The Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy sent staff to assess the situation. Plumes of thick smoke billowed from the mill, which has a history of fires.

via WDIV ClickOnDetroit|

#disasters #evacuation #fire

business3 years ago

Canton Paper Mill Shuts Down After Over 100 Years of Operation.

After over a century of operation, a paper mill in Canton, North Carolina has closed its doors, resulting in the loss of hundreds of jobs. The closure is a blow to the local economy, which has relied on the mill for employment and revenue.

via WLOS|

#business #canton #closure

health3 years ago•3 min saved

Michigan Paper Mill Reopens After Fungal Outbreak

The Billerud paper mill in Escanaba, Michigan has reopened after a three-week closure due to a mysterious blastomycosis fungal infection outbreak. The local health department has reported an increase of six blastomycosis cases over the past week, bringing the total to 115. The cause of the outbreak is still unknown, but all cases are either employees, contractors, or visitors to the mill. The company is making N95 protective masks available to employees as a precautionary measure. Blastomycosis is treatable with antifungal medicines, but it is important to get diagnosed early.

via Detroit Free Press|

#blastomycosis #fungal-infection #health

health3 years ago•3 min saved

Michigan paper mill blastomycosis outbreak claims one life and infects over 100.

Over 100 people have been infected with blastomycosis, a fungal infection, at the Billerud Escanaba Mill in Michigan, with one fatality reported. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) are investigating the outbreak. The disease is associated with a fungus that grows in moist soil and decomposing wood and leaves, and can become airborne when the soil or decomposing matter is disturbed. The mill has temporarily idled for up to three weeks to facilitate additional cleaning based on recommendations from NIOSH and other organizations.

via WDIV ClickOnDetroit|

#blastomycosis #cdc #health

health3 years ago•4 min saved

Michigan paper mill linked to largest US fungal outbreak with over 100 cases.

Five more cases of blastomycosis, a rare fungal disease, have been detected in Michigan, bringing the total number of cases to 109. The outbreak has been linked to a paper mill in Escanaba, Upper Peninsula, and is one of the largest fungal clusters in American history. Thirteen of the patients have been hospitalized and one person has died. Health officials fear even more cases will be detected over the coming weeks because it can take months for patients to develop symptoms. The source of the outbreak is yet to be identified, but the mill has been closed for deep cleaning.

via Daily Mail|

#blastomycosis #fungal-outbreak #health

health3 years ago•2 min saved

Michigan paper mill linked to over 100 cases of rare fungal infection.

Health officials in Michigan have linked 109 cases of the rare fungal infection blastomycosis to a paper mill in Escanaba, with 13 hospitalizations and one death reported. All cases are among employees, contractors, or visitors to the Billerud Paper Mill. Blastomycosis is caused by a fungus that lives in moist soil and decomposing matter, and people can breathe in the microscopic fungal spores. The infection is treated with antifungal medication that must be taken for a period ranging from six months to a year.

via CNN|

#blastomycosis #fungal-infection #health