Western Norway University of Applied Sciences

Monomer Sequence Architecture Tunes the Performance of Poly(octadecyl acrylate- co -styrene) Pour Point Depressants in Waxy Oils

Abstract Monomer sequence architecture is an underexplored design parameter for polymeric pour point depressants (PPDs). Here, octadecyl acrylate-styrene (OA-St) copolymers with statistical, block, and gradient architectures were synthesized by free-radical and reversible additio...

The Youth Leader as a Midwife for Resilient Faith

Abstract This article investigates how youth leaders act as “midwives” for the “birth” and “growth” of a resilient Christian faith. Drawing on a mixed-methods study of Norwegian adults with long-term involvement in youth ministry, we show that authenticity, integrity, and reliabi...

From Fear to Function: How Physiotherapists Navigate Psychological Challenges in Patients Undergoing Rehabilitation After ACL Reconstruction

Background: Psychological readiness plays a critical role in return to sport (RTS) outcomes after anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACLR), yet physiotherapists (PTs) often feel unprepared to support this aspect of recovery. Although clinical guidelines advocate for psych...

Elucidating the role of pre-existing immunity in mucosal lymphoid architectural dynamics following live attenuated influenza vaccination

Mucosal immune responses in the upper respiratory tract are central to preventing influenza infection. The live attenuated influenza vaccine (LAIV) is delivered intranasally, making it a valuable model for investigating mucosal immunity in humans. In this study, we examined struc...