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Wave attenuation potential, sediment properties and mangrove growth dynamics data over Guyana’s intertidal mudflats: assessing the potential of mangrove restoration works

Abstract. Coastal mangroves, thriving at the interface between land and sea, provide robust flood risk reduction. Projected increases in the frequency and magnitude of climate impact drivers such as sea level rise, wind and wave climatology reinforce the need to optimize the design and functionality of coastal protection works to increase resilience. Doing so effectively requires a sound understanding of the local coastal system. However, data availability particularly at muddy coasts remains a pronounced problem. As such, this paper captures a unique dataset for the Guyana coastline and focuses on relations between vegetation (mangrove) density, wave attenuation rates and sediment characteristics. These processes were studied along a cross-shore transect with mangroves fringing the coastline of Guyana. The data are publicly available at 4TU Centre for Research Data via https://doi.org/10.4121/c.5715269 (Best et al., 2022) where the Collection: Advancing Resilience Measures for Vegetated Coastline (ARM4VEG), Guyana comprises of six key datasets. Suspended-sediment concentrations typically exceeded 1 g/l with a maximum of 60 g/l, implying that we measured merely fluid mud conditions across a 1 m depth. Time series of wind waves and fluid-mud density variations, recorded simultaneously with tide elevation and suspended sediment data, indicate that wave/fluid-mud interactions in the nearshore may be largely responsible for the accumulation of fine, muddy sediment along the coast. Sediment properties reveal a consolidated underlying bed layer. Vegetation coverage densities in the Avicennia dominated forest were determined across the vertical with maximum values over the first 20 cm from the bed due to the roots and pneumatophores. Generalized total wave attenuation rates in the forest and along the mudflat were between 0.002–0.0032 m−1 and 0.0003–0.0004 m−1 respectively. Both the mangroves and the mudflats have a high wave damping capacity but the wave attenuation in the mangroves is presumably dominated by energy losses due to vegetation drag, since wave 30 attenuation due to bottom friction and viscous dissipation on the bare mudflats is significantly lower than those inside the mangrove vegetation. Data collected corroborate the coastal defence function of mangroves by quantifying their contribution to wave attenuation and sediment trapping. The explicit linking of these properties to vegetation structure facilitates modelling studies investigating the mechanisms determining the coastal defence capacities of mangroves.
Best Practices in Human Operation of Robotic/Unmanned Vehicles

The purpose of this work is to review research in the domain of unmanned vehicle (UV) operations and to provide recommendations regarding the human-to-robot ratio for optimal performance. This begins with a discussion of how remote perception, multitasking, and workload can contribute to the difficulty of performing UV operations. Then, recommendations are provided in order to address three different aspects of the human-to-robot ratio: (a) human-centric factors, (b) robot-centric factors, and (c) collaborative human-robot factors. These recommendations begin by focusing on a team of high-ability operators that execute role-specific behaviors, and processes are supported by systems that are designed to support appropriate coordination. Additional UVs should be added with the intention of increasing unique capabilities and reliable autonomy. Finally, recommendations address methods collaboration that work within the perceptual limitation of humans and UVs.
It Takes Two to Tango: Using TikTok Duet Challenge to Improve Conversation Skills

The short-video platform, TikTok is a popular social media platform in which it has exceeded Facebook as the most downloaded application internationally. It is worthy of comparison to other social media platforms such as Twitter, Twitch, Instagram and many more. Despite the fact that many relevant studies indicated the positive effects of employing social media in language learning and teaching, only an insubstantial amount of research was focused on the exploitation of TikTok for educational purposes in terms of language skills. On top of that, this also seems relatively appropriate to tackle the underlying issue of pupils losing the opportunity to engage in peer-to-peer conversations especially during English as a Second Language (ESL) lessons due to the Covid-19 pandemic restrictions. Hence, the researchers aimed to determine how Duet Challenge on TikTok could improve ESL learners' conversation skills. This study utilised a quasi-experimental research method to develop a learning activity through the manipulation of the Duet Challenge on TikTok and the data was gathered through pre-test and post-test. A total number of 30 primary school students in three different states participated in this study. The findings disclosed that there was an improvement in the pupils’ conversation skills after participating in the Duet Challenge. Further research is encouraged to validate the findings of this study by involving more participants as well as actively incorporating the TikTok application in ESL learning. It is also hoped that this research will inspire teachers to explore the benefits of social media in the teaching and learning of English.
PROCEEDINGS OF THE HUMAN FACTORS SOCIETY-3lst ANNUAL MEETING2987 THREE-DIMENSIONAL AUDITORY CUE SIMULATION FOR CREW STATION DESIGN/EVALUATION

A three-dimensional (3-0) auditory display can increase the pilot's situational awareness without requiring visual fixation. When visual acquisition is required, the directional sound can give the pilot a more rapid cue to aim the eyes or head. In order to determine the utility and performance of a 3-D auditory display for cockpit applications, a method for generating 3-D auditory cues is required for simulation. Two laboratory systems are described which create, from monaural stimuli, binaural stimuli which can be perceived as localized and stabilized in space, regardless of the listener's head position. Additionally, preliminary results of the localization performance with one approach are presented. German Va 1 enc i a
Efficacy of Nitric Oxide-Releasing Nanofibers in Reducing Renal Ischemia-Reperfusion Injury in a Rat Model

Background This study aimed to analyze the preventive effect of nitric oxide (NO)-releasing nanofibers against ischemia-reperfusion injury (IRI) and to determine the mechanism of action as a novel NO delivery system in a rat model. Material/Methods Eight-week-old male Sprague-Dawley rats, weighing 250 to 280 g, were divided into 3 groups: sham, untreated (n=5); control, renal ischemia injury for 55 min (n=4); and NO24, renal ischemia injury for 55 min with kidney wrapping of NO-releasing nanofiber for 24 h (n=6). mRNA expression was measured by real-time polymerase chain reaction (PCR), whereas protein expression was assessed by immunohistochemistry and western blot analysis. Results Serum creatinine levels in the sham, control, and NO24 groups were 0.48±0.08, 4.66±0.33, and 2.60±1.00 mg/dL, respectively (P=0.002). Anti-apoptotic Bcl-2 protein expression differed significantly between the control and the NO24 groups (Bcl-2/β-actin; control, 0.50±0.12; NO24, 1.56±0.56; P=0.024). mRNA expression level of the inflammatory cytokine tumor necrosis factor-α (TNF-α) was significantly higher in the control group (23.24±11.32, P=0.016) than in the sham group (1.00±1.21), and mRNA expression of TNF-α in the NO24 group (1.28±1.16, P=0.010) was significantly lower than in the control group. Histological analysis revealed decreased atrophy and necrosis in the NO24 group compared to those in the control group. Conclusions This study demonstrated that kidney wrapping of NO-releasing nanofibers had a protective effect against kidney IRI through anti-apoptotic and anti-inflammatory mechanisms.
Structure of Benthic Macroinvertebrate Assemblages in Azagny Channel (Côte d’Ivoire)

The Azagny Channel is an estuarine ecosystem connecting Ebrié Lagoon to Bandama River estuary and it is adjacent to Azagny National Park. The aim of this study was to provide the first data on diversity and structure of macroinvertebrates in this estuarine area. Physicochemical parameters were measured monthly in three sampling stations S1, S2 and S3, and the benthic Macroinvertebrates was collected using a Van Veen grab. A total of 28 taxa distributed among 20 families and 11 orders belonging to Annelida, Mollusca, Crustacean and Insecta were collected. The taxonomic richness and diversity were higher in S1 compared to S2 and S3, probably due to its proximity to Bandama estuary. The relative abundance revealed that mollusks represented mainly by Pachymelania aurita (16.04%), P. fusca (15.83%), Anodonta anatina (13.02%) dominated the species assemblage; followed by crustaceans with Macrobrachium vollenhovenii (31.87%) and Potamon sp. (5.01%). Canonical correspondence analysis revealed that the main factors that influenced macroinvertebrates distribution in Azagny Channel were conductivity, salinity and Total Dissolved Solids (TDS). There is a strong correlation between these three abiotic factors and their influence on species assemblage would be linked to proximity of study area to Atlantic Ocean. These findings provide valuable information that can be used to establish biotic indices to monitor the water quality of Azagny Channel.
Plasma concentrations of methylphenidate enantiomers in adults with ADHD and substance use disorder, with focus on high doses and relationship to carboxylesterase activity

Scarce data are available on methylphenidate (MPH) plasma concentrations reached after doses higher than 180 mg. The interindividual and intraindividual variability in the exposure of MPH and ritalinic acid (RA) enantiomers was examined in 28 patients with ADHD and substance use disorders, with MPH daily doses between 30 and 600 mg (median 160 mg). MPH and RA plasma concentrations were analysed with an enantioselective LC–MS/MS method. d‐MPH plasma concentration/dose varied 25‐fold between subjects but was reasonably stable within an individual. Twelve subjects had quantifiable l‐MPH plasma concentrations, which accounted for up to 48% of the total MPH plasma concentration. The less active l‐MPH enantiomer could, in individuals with low carboxylesterase 1 (CES1) activity, contribute significantly to the total MPH plasma drug concentration and hamper the estimation of the exposure to the more active d‐MPH enantiomer. However, the high correlation between the total (d + l) RA/MPH metabolic ratio and the d‐RA/d‐MPH metabolic ratio (rs = 0.94) indicates that the ratio based on non‐enantioselective analysis could be used as a marker of CES1 activity. Whether this holds true for subjects with aberrant metabolism due to genetic variants or during concomitant treatment with inhibitors or inducers of the enzyme remains to be studied.
XR (Extended Reality: Virtual Reality, Augmented Reality, Mixed Reality) Technology in Spine Medicine: Status Quo and Quo Vadis

In recent years, with the rapid advancement and consumerization of virtual reality, augmented reality, mixed reality, and extended reality (XR) technology, the use of XR technology in spine medicine has also become increasingly popular. The rising use of XR technology in spine medicine has also been accelerated by the recent wave of digital transformation (i.e., case-specific three-dimensional medical images and holograms, wearable sensors, video cameras, fifth generation, artificial intelligence, and head-mounted displays), and further accelerated by the COVID-19 pandemic and the increase in minimally invasive spine surgery. The COVID-19 pandemic has a negative impact on society, but positive impacts can also be expected, including the continued spread and adoption of telemedicine services (i.e., tele-education, tele-surgery, tele-rehabilitation) that promote digital transformation. The purpose of this narrative review is to describe the accelerators of XR (VR, AR, MR) technology in spine medicine and then to provide a comprehensive review of the use of XR technology in spine medicine, including surgery, consultation, education, and rehabilitation, as well as to identify its limitations and future perspectives (status quo and quo vadis).
In Situ Tests by Seismic Dilatometer (SDMT)

The seismic dilatometer (SDMT) is the combination of the standard flat dilatometer (DMT) with a seismic module for measuring the shear wave velocity V S . This paper summarizes the experience gained from SDMT tests performed at 34 sites. In particular' the paper presents an overview of the SDMT equipment, comparisons of V S measured by SDMT and by other methods, interrelationships G 0 , E D , M DMT based on 2000 data points and a selection of significant SDMT results and related comments. The paper also illustrates the major issues of present research on use and applications of the SDMT, mostly focused on the development of methods for deriving the in situ G -γ decay curves and for evaluating the liquefaction resistance of sands based on SDMT results.
Intraocular Lens Position and Anterior Chamber Parameters Evaluation After Nd:YAG Laser Posterior Capsulotomy for Posterior Capsular Opacification Using Anterior Segment Swept-Source Optical Coherence Tomography

Purpose To evaluate the effect of neodymium-doped yttrium aluminum garnet (Nd:YAG) laser capsulotomy on intraocular lens (IOL) position and anterior segment parameters with a new swept-source anterior segment optical coherence tomography (AS-OCT) device (Anterion®, Heidelberg Engineering GmbH). Patients and Methods A total of 50 eyes from 50 consecutive patients were included. All patients had visually significant posterior capsular opacification (PCO) after uneventful phacoemulsification surgery with manual capsulorhexis and single-piece C-loop acrylic IOL implantation (AcrySof® SA60AT) and were treated with Nd:YAG laser. Anterior segment images were captured with Anterion® in non-dilated conditions before and one month after the procedure. In the “Metrics App”, we collected data of the anterior chamber angle (ACA) 3 and 9 o’clock, the anterior chamber depth (ACD), the anterior chamber volume (ACV), and the central corneal thickness (CCT). We also collected demographic and clinical data [age, gender, months from surgery to Nd: YAG capsulotomy, pre- and post-capsulotomy corrected distance visual acuity (CDVA) and spherical equivalent, and axial length]. Results We did not find a statistically significant difference in ACD after the Nd:YAG capsulotomy (3.96 ± 0.55 vs 3.97 ± 0.55 mm, p = 0.10). In 28 patients, we noted a backward movement of the IOL; in the remaining 22, the IOL moved forward or did not change at all. We did not observe significant changes in ACA at the 3 and 9 o’clock reference points, ACV, or CCT. There was an improvement in CDVA after the procedure (0.37 ± 0.21 vs 0.12 ± 0.27 logMAR, p = 0.015), without statistically significant differences in SE (−0.15 ± 0.84 vs −0.25 ± 0,93, p = 0.42). Axial length was not correlated with ACD variations after the procedure (p = 0.67). Conclusion Our results show that Nd:YAG laser capsulotomy does not change the axial position of a single-piece C-loop acrylic IOL inside the capsular bag, as well as other anterior chamber parameters.
Pulmonary eosinophilic granulomatosis in a dog

A two-year-old female Prague Ratter dog was presented for evaluation of cough, exercise intolerance and worsening dyspnea. A previous treatment with antibiotics did not resolve the clinical signs. A diagnostic approach revealed peripheral eosinophilia, endoscopic bronchial changes, and bronchoalveolar lavage with eosinophilic inflammation. Thoracic radiographs revealed a solitary mass and bilateral interstitial lung pattern. These radiographic findings were confirmed by computed tomography and ultrasound-guided biopsy of the lung mass. Treatment with prednisolone and azathioprine was initiated. Two months afterwards, the granuloma was no longer detectable radiographically. All medication was gradually discontinued after nine months and currently, after almost three years, the dog remains free of clinical signs.
Investigation of the effect of video-assisted training on symptom management in patients undergoing liver transplantation

The aim of this study was to investigate the effects of video-assisted training on symptom management in patients having liver transplantation. Data of the semi-experi - mental pre-test, post-test control group type study were collected from all patients who had liver transplantation for the first time between November 1, 2017 and May 31, 2018. When the confidence interval was calculated as 95% in the known sample, the number of patients to be included in the study was 60. Patients were divided into two groups as control (n=30) and experiment (n=30) randomly. The data were collected by the sociodemographic form and the MTSORD-58 TR scale and by the researcher by face-to-face interview technique. Video-assisted training for symptom management was applied to the patients and the experimental group patients were given video-as - sisted training before and after the surgery. One month after discharge, symptom management score was examined when they came to the control. No intervention was applied to the control group. Symptoms and distress were measured sequentially-ordinally. The control group patients having liver transplantation were found to have statistically higher scores than the experimental group (U=319.000, p=0.053) and distress (U=313.000, p=0.043). The control group patients having liver transplantation were found to have statistically higher scores after the video training (U=166.000, p<0.001) and distress (U=174.5, p<0,001) than the experimental group. As a result, it is known that our video training and counseling service given to the experimental group reduced the symptoms in the scoring of the MTSORD-58 TR scale and was effective in increasing the quality of life of the patients. It is recommended that new studies should be carried out in Turkey as it decreases the symptoms in MTSORD-58 TR scale scoring.
Human, technology, organization and environment – a human factors perspective on performance in forest harvesting

ABSTRACT In recent years, concern has been raised that the trend of continuous productivity improvements of forest harvesting has stagnated and even declined in the Nordics. This selective literature review therefore examines human factors research with regard to the performance of the harvesting system, and outlines how human factors research can stimulate continued performance improvements. The focus is on implications for mechanized cut-to-length (CTL) operations and, especially, research of importance to the operation of the single grip harvester and the harvester-forwarder system. Most literature for this review was found in the Web of Knowledge and Google Scholar databases or as a consequence of the snowballing approach also applied. A conceptual framework was used to facilitate the analysis of the interrelated elements – Human, Technology, Organization and Environment (HTO-E). The right abilities, skills, techniques and training alone are not sufficient for ensuring high performance of the logging system. To address this discrepancy, education, training, (semi-) automation, shift scheduling, harvester-forwarder cooperation, inter- and intra- organizational knowledge exchange were all recognized as important areas for improvement and development. Great difficulties exist in predicting outcomes when introducing change, for example automation, into a system. However, the consequences of not trying may be detrimental to productivity as well as safety in mechanized forestry. Thus, it is important to research into methods, interfaces, forms of interaction, risk analyses and automation technology. HTO-E and a systems perspective provide a good basis for understanding the work today and making educated predictions for the future.
Relação entre os estados de humor e a síndrome de Overtraining em jovens atletas

Objective: This study analyzed the association between mood states and Overtraining Syndrome (OTS) in young athletes and the possible differences in mood states and in OTS considering the competitive level and age groups. Methods: In total, 219 young athletes, aged between 13 and 17 years old (M = 14.81; SD = 1.35), were considered for analysis in this study. Results: The results demonstrate that there is a positive and significant relationship between depression, maladjustment to training, confusion (negative) and tension with OTS. Significant differences were also found in the mood states, anger and depression at the competitive level, and in confusion (positive) and anger according to age. Conclusions: These data indicate, not only, that there is a positive association between negative mood states and OTS, as well as the existence of differences between competitive levels and between age groups, therefore, it is necessary to take these variables into account. Objetivo: Este estudio analizó la asociación entre los estados de ánimo y el Síndrome de Overtraining (SOT) en deportistas jóvenes y las posibles diferencias en los estados de ánimo y en SOT considerando el nivel competitivo y los grupos de edad. Métodos: En total, 219 atletas jóvenes, con edades entre 13 y 17 años (M = 14.81; DT = 1.35), fueron considerados para el análisis en este estudio. Resultados: Los resultados demuestran que existe una relación positiva y significativa entre depresión, inadaptación al entrenamiento, confusión (negativa) y tensión con SOT. También se encontraron diferencias significativas en los estados de ánimo, ira y depresión a nivel competitivo, y en confusión (positiva) e ira según la edad. Conclusiones: Estos datos indican, no solo, que existe una asociación positiva entre estados de ánimo negativos y SOT, así como la existencia de diferencias entre niveles competitivos y entre grupos de edad, por lo que es necesario tener en cuenta estas variables. Objetivo: O presente estudo analisou a associação entre estados humor e Síndrome de Overtraining (SOT) em jovens atletas e as possíveis diferenças nos estados de humor e na SOT em função do nível competitivo e em função das idades. Métodos: No total, 219 jovens atletas, com idades compreendidas entre os 13 e os 17 anos (M = 14.81; DP = 1.35), foram considerados para análise deste estudo. Resultados: Os resultados demonstraram que existe uma relação positiva e significativa entre a depressão, o desajuste ao treino, a confusão (negativo) e a tensão com a SOT. Foram, também, encontradas diferenças significativas nos estados de humor hostilidade e depressão em função do nível competitivo e nos estados de humor confusão (positivo) e hostilidade em função da idade. Conclusão Estes dados indicam, não só, que existe uma associação positiva entre estados de humor negativos e a SOT, como a existência de diferenças entre níveis competitivos e entre idades, sendo, por isso, necessário ter em conta essas variáveis.