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Pemetaan Sebaran Tempat Pembuangan Sampah di Kota Binjai berbasis Sistem Informasi Geografis
Authors: Matondang Muhammad Farouq Ghazali , Damanik Muhammad Ridha S. , Daulay Muhammad Reza Fahlepi , Annisa Shafira Dwi
Published: January 2025

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Isolated Tuberculous Osteomyelitis of Calcaneus in an Immune-Competent Adult Patient With Literature Review
Authors: Wadhawan Akhil , Mandal Mainak , Gupta Swati , Nischal Neeraj , Arora Sumit
Published: January 2025

Case:

We present a case of isolated tuberculous osteomyelitis of the calcaneus in an immune-competent adult patient with a 5-year follow-up. The diagnosis was established by core needle aspiration and biopsy. He was treated with antituberculous chemotherapy and immobilization. The lesion healed with collapse of the calcaneal tuberosity that clinically resulted in shortening and heel valgus. A literature review is also presented.

Conclusion:

Isolated tuberculous osteomyelitis of the calcaneus in an immune-competent adult patient is rare. It may pose diagnostic dilemma, and orthopaedist should work through the differential diagnosis.
Radiographic Subluxation Following Total Hip Arthroplasty in Flexed-Seated Position
Authors: Kim Youngwoo , Tokuyasu Hiroyuki , Vergari Claudio , Takemoto Mitsuru
Published: January 2025

Case:

We present 3 cases demonstrating radiographic posterior subluxation in lateral functional radiographs taken in the flexed-seated position. Two of the patients were asymptomatic, and 2 showed the posterior translation of the femoral head, which is almost a dislocation, with spontaneous reduction. The subluxation can occur not only in patients after lumbar fusion surgery but also in patients with relatively normal lumbar spine due to excessive hip flexion.

Conclusion:

Functional lateral radiographic assessment in the flexed-seated position may be useful in detecting asymptomatic subluxation and identifying patients at high risk of dislocation after THA.
3D-Printing in Foot and Ankle Limb Salvage: A Brief Review
Authors: Cooper Jarrod Q. , Jillson Rachel A. , Box McKenna W. , Domingue Grayson A. , Kammerlocher Paul
Published: January 2025

High-energy orthopaedic foot and ankle fractures are associated with severe soft tissue injury. Orthopaedic surgeons must decide between limb-salvage operations or amputation in many cases. Limb salvage includes multiple surgeries over many months to years with severe physical and psychological impacts. Bone growth and osteonecrosis are factors that can impede recovery after limb salvage. Advancements in 3D printing give orthopaedic surgeons the ability to circumnavigate these factors. 3D-printing technology can be used as models for more accurate preoperative planning, to replace tarsal bones such as the talus, or to provide scaffolding for bone growth in long bones such as in the distal tibia. Understanding these technological advancements allows orthopaedic surgeons to provide the most up-to-date treatment for their patients.
Joint inversion of apparent resistivity and frequency domain induced polarization data due to anomalous body ahead of the tunnel face
Authors: Pak Un-Gyong , Ri Il-Gyong , Jon Gwang-Chol , Han Sung-Jin , Ri Song-Hyok
Published: January 2025

It is one of the important problems to predict the geologic bodies ahead of the tunnel face not only for mining in the coal mines and the mines but also for the geotechnical tunnel construction related with infrastructure construction. We have developed a method of joint inversion of apparent resistivity and frequency domain induced polarization (IP) data using pole-diploe array to find parameters of geologic body which exists ahead of the tunnel face on the basis of plate and sphere model. Firstly, by synthetically analyzing apparent resistivity and Percent Frequency Effect (PFE) due to the plate and sphere ahead of the tunnel, we determined numbers of terms of infinite series in formulas of forward modeling to use for joint inversion of apparent resistivity and frequency domain IP data in the tunnel. And two methods are proposed to estimate existence of geologic body ahead of the tunnel face. One of them is to use the extreme of apparent resistivity curve and another one is to use inverted resistivity and PFE models. Secondly, we described the method of joint inversion of apparent resistivity and IP data which applies logarithmic barrier method to the algorithm of inversion. Through synthetic data experiments, we assessed not only the reliability and accuracy of the method but also the effects of the number of current electrodes and ratio between length of the survey line and the distance from the tunnel face to the anomalous body on accuracy of the method. Finally a field example is given.
Application of Wings Interferential Patterns (WIPs) and Deep Learning (DL) to classify some Culex. spp (Culicidae) of medical or veterinary importance
Authors: Cannet Arnaud , Simon-Chane Camille , Histace Aymeric , Akhoundi Mohammad , Romain Olivier , Jacob Pierre , Sereno Darian , Souchaud Marc , Bousses Philippe , Sereno Denis
Published: January 2025

In this paper, we test the possibility of using Wing Interference Patterns (WIPs) and deep learning (DL) for the identification of Culex mosquitoes species to evaluate the extent to which a generic method could be developed for surveying Dipteran insects of major importance to human health. Previous applications of WIPs and DL have successfully demonstrated their utility in identifying Anopheles, Aedes, sandflies, and tsetse flies, providing the rationale for extending this approach to Culex. Accurate identification of these mosquitoes is crucial for vector-borne disease control, yet traditional methods remain labor-intensive and are often hindered by cryptic species or damaged samples. To address these challenges, we applied WIPs, generated by thin-film interference on wing membranes, in combination with convolutional neural networks (CNNs) for species classification. Our results achieved over 99% genus-level accuracy and up to 100% species-level accuracy. Nonetheless, challenges with underrepresented species emphasize the need for larger datasets and complementary techniques such as molecular barcoding. This study highlights the potential of WIPs and DL to enhance mosquito identification and contribute to scalable tools for broader surveys of health-relevant Dipteran insects.
Knowledge, Perception and Preventive Practices of Lassa Fever Among Mothers of Under- Five Children in an Endemic Community in Edo State, Nigeria
Authors: Saka Sulymon A. , Ojo Dele O. , Mezu Nneoma M. , Uzuegbu Christian O. , Ighodaro Osazuwa , Illoh Oluchi O. , Emekolom Obiajulum N. , Akpa Offiong A. , Obiora Ezinne A. , Muogbo Amara P.
Published: January 2025

Background
Lassa fever is an acute viral hemorrhagic disease endemic to West Africa, particularly Nigeria. Despite efforts to control its spread, gaps in knowledge and preventive behaviors remain, particularly among vulnerable groups such as mothers of young children. This study assessed the perception, knowledge, and preventive practices regarding Lassa fever among mothers of under-five children in Esan Central Local Government Area, Edo State, Nigeria.
Methods
A descriptive cross-sectional study was conducted among 130 mothers with children under five using a structured interviewer-administered questionnaire. Participants were selected using a multi-stage sampling technique. Data were analyzed using SPSS version 30, employing descriptive and inferential statistics to assess the associations between sociodemographic factors, knowledge, and preventive practices.
Results
All participants (100%) had heard of Lassa fever, with health workers being the most common source of information (55.4%). Most mothers (72%) demonstrated good knowledge of Lassa fever symptoms, whereas 67% reported good preventive practices, such as handwashing (71.5%) and maintaining proper drainage systems (70.8%). Ethnicity and education were significantly associated with knowledge of Lassa fever (p < 0.001), while marital status and parity were significantly associated with preventive practices (p < 0.05).
Conclusion
This study revealed high awareness and knowledge of Lassa fever among mothers, yet preventive practices were suboptimal. Public health interventions should focus on improving preventive behaviours through targeted health education, particularly in underserved communities, to reduce the disease burden in endemic regions.
Prophage induction stimulates ribosomal RNA operon recombination and facilitates genome mobility
Authors: Bowring Janine , Ingmer Hanne
Published: January 2025

Bacterial genomes contain multiple ribosomal RNA operons that by homologous recombination facilitate genome rearrangements. Here we show that a Staphylococcus aureus temperate bacteriophage stimulates homologous recombination between the rRNA operons flanking the prophage and promotes a novel route of horizontal gene transfer we term rrn transduction. By PCR, sequencing of phage-packaged bacterial DNA, and phage transduction assays, we show that upon induction of the prophage, large circles of DNA formed by rRNA operon recombination are packaged and transduced by the phage. This phenomenon is likely to be widely occurring, with prophage-linked rRNA operon recombination also shown here in Salmonella. Our results challenge the concepts of mobile and core genomes and establish rrn transduction as a new form of gene transfer involving rRNA operons.
Hydrogel Lego based on rehydrated laminate assembly for standardized production and customized integration of multifunctional hydrogel sensors
Authors: Wu Shuyi , Xu Xiaowei , Hu Lei , Pang Jie
Published: January 2025

Hydrogel sensors have immense potential for application in fields such as flexible wearable devices. However, hydrogel sensors still face challenges related to process standardization, convenience of long-term storage, customization for diverse application scenarios, and ease of multifunctional integration. In this study, a strategy for the rapid rehydration of prefabricated multifunctional gel dry films and modular assembly to form multifunctional multilayer hydrogel devices is reported. First, the developed biomass polysaccharide encapsulation composite, konjac glucomannan/sodium alginate/dopamine (KSD), was utilized to encapsulate various functional materials separately and then dried to form prefabricated parts of various functional hydrogel dry films. In the application of the device, through the gel rehydration and water-triggered hydrogel interlayer metal–ligand chelation bonding, the personalized multifunctional laminated hydrogel devices can be assembled quickly and conveniently according to the application requirements. The binding between the hydrogel layers occurs through the formation of metal–ligand bonds between the calcium ions in the solution and the carboxylic acid groups in the sodium alginate, which results in an interlayer bond of 0.57 MPa after only 1.5 min. Moreover, a KSD-encapsulated anisotropic flexible thermoplastic urethane/MXene (TPU/MXene) conductive gel dry film was constructed, and multilayered anisotropic hydrogel flexible sensors were assembled by the rapid rehydration and lamination of the gel dry film. The multilayer composite hydrogel can accurately recognize complex deformations such as curved surface motion through multiple signals, which is difficult to realize by ordinary sensors. Moreover, the bacteriostatic functional layer can be conveniently integrated on top of the flexible conductive sensing layer based on the modular assembly strategy. The pH-responsive bacteriostatic membrane ZIF-8/flavanone/KSD prepared using the microfluidic and mosaic encapsulation methods displays satisfactory biocompatibility and bacteriostatic properties. The strategy of rapid rehydration and lamination of prefabricated parts of several functional dry gels for customized modular assembly proposed in this paper will enable the standardized batch processing of prefabricated parts for flexible hydrogel sensors and the rapid integration of multifunctional hydrogel sensors in accordance with a variety of application scenarios and requirements.
Structure of the intact C2S2-type Photosystem II-LHCII supercomplex from Arabidopsis thaliana at 2.44 Å
Authors: Messinger Johannes , Forsman Jack , Graca André , Aydin Abuzer , Hall Michael , Hussein Rana , Schröder Wolfgang
Published: January 2025

Photosystem II (PSII) is a large membrane-bound protein complex that is essential for oxygenic photosynthesis in plants and cyanobacteria. While there are several high-resolution structures of PS II from cyanobacteria, very few PS II structures have been reported from higher plants. Here, we present the first high-resolution structure of an intact and active PS II from Arabidopsis thaliana at a resolution of 2.44 Å, which to date represents the highest resolution structure of PS II from any land plant. The improved resolution allowed for the modeling of cofactors which have not been previously seen in higher plant PS II structures. Importantly, we were able to identify many water molecules within the PS II structure, including waters around the water-splitting manganese cluster, in the bottleneck regions of the water/proton channels, and near the non-heme iron on the acceptor side. Structural differences between cyanobacterial and plant PS II are discussed.
Impact of Prefecture-level Intensive Care Unit Congestion on Mortality in Severe COVID- 19 Patients: A Retrospective Observational Study in Japan
Authors: Iwasaki Yudai , Ogura Takayuki , Ohbe Hiroyuki , Hashimoto Satoru , Kushimoto Shigeki , Ohshimo Shinichiro , Shime Nobuaki , Takeda Shinhiro
Published: January 2025

Background
The COVID-19 pandemic has placed unprecedented pressure on global healthcare systems, severely affecting the intensive care unit (ICU) capacity. Therefore, this study explored the association between prefecture-level ICU congestion and COVID-19 mortality in each prefecture of Japan.
Methods
This retrospective study analyzed data from the CRoss Icu Searchable Information System, covering all patients with COVID-19 who required mechanical ventilation or extracorporeal membrane oxygenation between January 1, 2020, and March 31, 2023. Prefecture-level ICU congestion was calculated as the total ventilator days over 2 weeks for severely ill patients with COVID-19, divided by the maximum potential ventilator days in the prefecture. Prefecture-level ICU congestion in each region was visualized by plotting time-series graphs capturing the temporal progression of congestion levels. A mixed-effects logistic regression model was fitted to evaluate the association between prefecture-level ICU congestion and mortality.
Results
A total number of 10,046 patients were included in this study, and the mortality rate was 23.2%. Congestion levels varied by time and prefecture, ranging from 0 to over 1.5, indicating a strain beyond capacity. Median congestion level (interquartile range [IQR]) at admission was 0.3 (0.1, 0.6), and increased congestion level was statistically associated with increased mortality (odds ratio: 1.14; 95% confidential interval: 1.08–1.21).
Conclusions
Increased prefecture-level ICU congestion may be associated with increased COVID-19 mortality, warranting further investigation.
Sublethal effects of Kane mite® on life table of Tetranychus urticae (Acari: Tetranychidae) and its predators, Phytoseiulus persimilis and Amblyseius swirskii (Acari: Phytoseiiidae)
Authors: Rezaei Elham , Aramideh Shahram , Mirfakhraie Shahram , Forouzan Maryam
Published: January 2025

An integrated pest management (IPM) approach that combines both chemical and biological methods offers the most effective and sustainable solution. The two-spotted spider mite (TSSM), Tetranychus urticae Koch (Acari: Tetranychidae) is a serious pest of many agricultural crops. In controlling the TSSM, the simultaneous use of natural enemies along with a low-risk acaricide on natural enemies and effective on the TSSM is very important. In this study, sublethal effects of Kane mite® including LC10, LC20, LC30 concentrations were evaluated on biological parameters of TSSM and its two predators, Phytoseiulus persimilis and Amblyseius swirskii Athias-Henriot (Acari: Phytoseiidae). The effects of different sublethal concentration on TSSM indicated significant reduction in female’s duration of maturation, oviposition period, and total fecundity by increasing concentration of Kane mite. The highest and lowest values of the net reproductive rate (R0) on TSSM were obtained in control and LC30 concentration, respectively. The maximum value of intrinsic rate of increase (r) on TSSM was obtained in control treatment. Also, the highest and lowest rate of growth and development were observed in the control treatment and LC30 concentration, respectively. Therefore, the results suggested that Kane mite effectively controls of TSSM. It could be concluded that sublethal concentrations of Kane mite cannot significantly reduce population growth and life table parameters zof two predators. The results demonstrated that Kane mite with predators could be incorporated in integrated management programs of TSSM.
Copper-Cobalt Bimetallic nanoparticles supported on Magnetic MOF Derived N-doped carbon as highly efficient Catalysts for the C–N coupling and one-pot multicomponent reaction
Authors: Ahmadi Arezoo , Alinezhad Heshmatollah , Sarrafi Yaghoub
Published: January 2025

Magnetic metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) are promising precursors for generating diverse carbon-based nanostructures due to their facile recovery and separation, as well as their robust mechanical and thermal properties. In this study, a novel Cu-Co bimetallic nanoparticle supported on magnetic MOF derived N-doped carbon was successfully synthesized. The copper ions preloaded within the pores of the Co MOF provide abundant exposed Cu active sites. The pyrolysis treatment results in a hierarchical porous structure with a high surface area, contributing to mass transfer and enhancing reactant diffusion to the active sites. The developed catalyst was characterized extensively using FT-IR, XRD, BET, BJH, EDX, TGA, VSM, FE-SEM, ICP, and XPS techniques. The catalyst exhibited exceptional catalytic activity for C-N coupling and one-pot multicomponent reactions. This superior performance can be attributed to the synergistic effect between copper nanoparticles incorporated in the composite, as well as the highly porous N-doped carbon structure. The catalyst demonstrated remarkable stability, maintaining its activity without significant degradation after five consecutive reaction cycles. This innovative approach, capitalizing on the reinforcing interplay of structural and compositional advantages, opens up opportunities for the rational design and synthesis of highly efficient bimetallic nanoparticle catalysts supported on magnetic MOF-derived N-doped carbon.
Metatranscriptomic Insights into Microbial Network Modulation and Pathogen Dynamics Underlying Healing Outcomes in Non-Surgical Periodontal Treatment
Authors: Kobayashi Ryota , Shiba Takahiko , Nagai Takahiko , Komatsu Keiji , Matsumura Shunsuke , Watanabe Takayasu , Nemoto Takashi , Takada Koki , Takeuchi Yasuo , Iwata Takanori
Published: January 2025

Periodontitis is a globally prevalent chronic inflammatory disease caused by dysbiosis of the oral microbiome. However, it remains unclear whether the bacterial communities of periodontitis and its precursor, gingivitis, transition to a state resembling healthy sites with no history of periodontitis following periodontal treatment or persist in a state prone to recurrence. Therefore, in this study, we performed metatranscriptomic analysis on subgingival plaque samples from the anterior teeth in healthy, gingivitis, and periodontitis sites before and after non-surgical treatment in 28 patients. To minimize inter-individual variability, all samples were collected from the same oral cavity in each patient. We revealed a new bacteriological characteristic of periodontitis, where periodontal pathogens emerge within the bacterial network alongside excessive and skewed interactions among bacterial taxa, such as those in the Streptococcus and Actinomyces genera. Furthermore, these imbalances were found improvable through non-surgical treatment. By comparing groups in which periodontitis resolved and those in which it did not, specific bacterial taxa, such as Neisseria elongata and Rothia aeria, were suggested to play a role in the periodontitis healing process, while the increase in functional genes encoding glycine dehydrogenase β-subunit and cleaved adhesin domain was implicated in inhibiting the healing process. However, even in clinically resolved gingivitis or periodontitis, the bacterial networks did not fully revert to the state observed in healthy sites. This was due to the persistence of periodontal pathogens, absent in the networks of healthy sites. As a result, continuous maintenance and monitoring are considered important to achieve sustained periodontal health.
Utilization of GWAS to Identify Candidate SNPs and Genes Associated with Seed Weight-related Traits in Peanuts (Arachis hypogaea L.)
Authors: Chen Chengmeng , Yue Yunlai , Chen Wen , Yang Junchen , Zhang Hui
Published: January 2025

Seed size and weight are considered important factors influencing crop yield and they are key domestication target in the peanut breeding. Seed weight-related traits include Extra-large kernel weight (ELKW), Medium kernel weight (MKW), Normal kernel weight (NKW), and Mini kernel weight (MNKW), as well as Yield per plot (YP) and Yield per hectare (YH). However, the natural variation and genetic mechanisms underlying peanut seed weight-related traits have not yet been elucidated. In this study, phenotypic analysis of six seed weight-related traits was conducted using 102 peanut samples. Genome-wide association analysis (GWAS) was performed using 12,230 high-quality single nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs) and the IIIVmrMLM model in R software. A total of 27 SNPs were identified, with the SNPs significantly associated with ELKW, MKW, KW, AOSTW, YR, and YC being 9, 5, 6, 5, 1, and 1, respectively. Based on the candidate regions of three peak SNPs (AX-147226318, AX-176821377, AX-147251710) that appeared repeatedly in different environments or traits, 34 candidate genes related to seed weight were identified and functionally annotated. These significant SNPs and candidate genes will help in understanding the genetic mechanisms of peanut seed-related traits and provide additional insights for the future genetic improvement of peanut germplasm and molecular marker-assisted breeding.
Improved CVMD method applied to partial discharge signal
Authors: an qi , li peixuan , an guoqing , liu dongsheng , wang su
Published: January 2025

Partial discharge signals are often interfered by white noise and narrowband noise, which makes it difficult to locate the partial discharge source. To tackle this intricate issue, this paper proposes an improved variational Mode Decomposition (VMD) noise reduction method. Initially, the method optimizes the VMD by employing the Crested Porcupine Optimizer (CPO). Subsequently, modal screening is carried out in accordance with a specific criterion. Finally, noise reduction is implemented through an improved 3σ method. Via noise - reduction simulation experiments, the superiority of this method is validated, and comparisons are made with several other methods, wherein this method is capable of boosting the Signal - to - Noise Ratio (SNR) by up to 50, elevating the correlation coefficient to over 0.99, and reducing the Mean Squared Error (MSE) by 99%. Meanwhile, the practicality of this method is confirmed through localization experiments.
Feasibility of Incorporating More Walking into Commuting with Public Transportation
Authors: Hadas Yuval , Katz Dan Emanuel , Rabinowitz Jonathan
Published: January 2025

Regular physical activity is vital for improving and maintaining overall health. Despite this, many people struggle to incorporate physical activity into their daily lives. Previous studies, based primarily on simulations and synthetic data, have reported the potential for increased walking resulting from mode shifts in public transport (PT). This suggests that it may be possible for PT commuters to meet some of their physical activity goals while commuting. PT users rely on trip planning apps, but these apps do not currently prioritize walking as part of the journey. This research is aimed at investigating the potential of more walking on PT accessibility and level of service. It is the first stage of the More Walking population-based wellness initiative aimed at facilitating more walking by modifying trip planning apps to increase walking. We examined the impact of various walking thresholds using a trip planning algorithm and conducted a study of the feasibility of increasing walking thresholds among all 2,149 commuters to the same work destination in a suburb of Tel-Aviv. We found that when more walking is introduced, more potential trips are available, more origins are covered–meaning better accessibility, waiting time is decreased, less transfers are required and that it can reduce total travel time. The results are encouraging that introducing a more walking option into a commute could be a feasible way to increase physical activity and promote wellness.
The Gaslighting at Work Scale: Development and initial validation
Authors: Katsiroumpa Aglaia , Moisoglou Ioannis , Konstantakopoulou Olympia , Tsiachri Maria , Kolisiati Antigoni , Galanis Petros
Published: January 2025

Introduction: Despite the growing literature on bullying, mobbing, harassment and abuse at work, the measurement of workplace gaslighting has received scarce attention. There is an absence of valid tools to measure workplace gaslighting. Given that workplace gaslighting is an alarming issue, there is a need for valid tools to measure this construct.
Aim: To develop and validate a tool to measure workplace gaslighting.
Methods: First, we performed a complete and thorough literature review to create a pool of items that could measure workplace gaslighting. Second, we employed an expert panel to assess the content validity of the initial set of our items. Third, we examined the face validity of our items by performing cognitive interviews with employees, and calculating the item-level face validity index. Fourth, we performed an item analysis for the items that were produced after the initial development phase of the Gaslighting at Work Scale (GWS). Fifth, we examined the construct validity of the GWS by performing exploratory and confirmatory factor analysis. Sixth, we examined the concurrent validity of the GWS by using the Patient Health Questionnaire-4 (PHQ-4), the Quiet Quitting Scale (QQS), the Utrecht Work Engagement Scale (UWES-3), and the Single Item Burnout (SIB) measure. Finally, we examined the reliability of the GWS by calculating Cronbach’s alpha, McDonald’s Omega, Cohen’s kappa, and intraclass correlation coefficient.
Results: Initially, we developed a pool of 32 items and, after expert panel review and item analysis, we deleted 15 items. Then, we conducted exploratory factor analysis, and we removed six items. Confirmatory factor analysis verified the results from the exploratory factor analysis. Thus, we found that the final version of the GWS includes 11 items. Moreover, we identified two factors; loss of trust (five items), and abuse of power (six items). Concurrent validity of the GWS was excellent since we found statistically significant correlations between GWS, PHQ-4, QQS, UWES-3 and SIB. Cronbach’s alpha and McDonald’s Omega for the GWS was 0.939 and 0.940, respectively. Cohen’s kappa for the 11 items ranged from 0.840 to 0.914. Intraclass correlation coefficient for the GWS was 0.997. Therefore, the reliability of the GWS was excellent.
Conclusions: The GWS is a two-factor 11-item scale with robust psychometric properties. The GWS is a short and easy-to-use tool that measures gaslighting behaviors of supervisors in a valid way. Valid identification of harmful supervisor behaviors is crucial to promote subordinates’ mental health and work productivity.
High P-T Single-Crystal Elasticity of Zircon by Brillouin Spectroscopy
Authors: Luu Arlacee , Zhou Wen-Yi , Zhong Xin , Hao Ming , Dera Przemyslaw , Zhang Jin S.
Published: January 2025

Understanding the natural petrologic and tectonic processes, such as slab subduction, requires accurate determination of the metamorphic pressure (P) and temperature (T) conditions of the exhumed rocks. Recent development of elastic thermobarometry based on the difference between the thermo-elastic properties of mineral inclusions and their hosts allows constraining the formation P-T conditions of the inclusion/host system without assuming thermodynamic equilibrium. However, the reliability of elastic thermobarometry heavily depends on the accurate determination of the high P-T single-crystal elastic properties of relevant minerals. In this study, we performed the first high P-T single-crystal elasticity measurements of zircon, which is one of the most common inclusion/host minerals in metamorphic rocks, using Brillouin spectroscopy at high Ps up to 7 GPa and high Ts up to 700 K. The single-crystal elastic properties of zircon at ambient conditions were determined as: ρ0 = 4.6674(4) g/cm3, Ks = 231(3) GPa, G = 108(11) GPa, C11 = 428(2) GPa, C33 = 484(3) GPa, C44 = 113.5(8) GPa, C66 = 46.9(8) GPa, C12 = 75(2) GPa, and C13 = 151(1) GPa. We also obtained the P and T derivatives of the elastic moduli as ∂Ks0/∂P = 5.0(2), ∂Ks0/∂T = −0.019(2) GPa/K, ∂G0/∂P = 0.73(6), ∂G0/∂T = −0.011(1) GPa/K. Compared with other common rock forming minerals (e.g., quartz, pyroxene, olivine), zircon is extremely incompressible (high Ks) and its stiffness (Ks) has relatively small T dependence, making it an ideal mineral for the application of elastic thermobarometry. Finally, we utilized the high P-T single-crystal elasticity data of zircon and garnet to evaluate the potential applications of zircon-garnet in elastic thermobarometry via elastic modelling.
Formation and transformation of clay minerals in Mars-analog rock varnish
Authors: Fang Qian , Li Yan , Ding Hongrui , Yang Liao , Hong Hanlie , Chen Zhong-Qiang , Deng Anbei , Geng Qile , Lu Anhuai
Published: January 2025

Rock varnish is widely distributed across Earth’s various climatic zones, especially prevalent in arid environments similar to Mars. Its potential presence on Mars has made it a significant Mars analog for planetary research. The primary components of rock varnish are clay minerals and iron-manganese oxyhydroxides, with clay minerals possibly playing a crucial role in the enrichment of iron and manganese. However, there has been scarce in-depth and detailed research on these clay minerals within rock varnish. To better understand the formation, transformation mechanisms, and influencing factors of clay minerals in rock varnish, this study conducted X-ray diffraction (XRD) analyses on clay minerals isolated from rock varnish samples collected across different climatic regions in China. Additionally, in situ visible to near-infrared spectroscopy (vis-NIR), scanning electron microscopy (SEM), and focused ion beam-high resolution transmission electron microscopy (FIB-HRTEM) were performed on the rock varnish samples. The results revealed the presence of illite in all rock varnish samples, while the selective occurrence of other clay minerals was closely correlated with climatic backgrounds. Furthermore, the crystallinity of illite was significantly influenced by climatic conditions. Illite found in rock varnish existed as both detrital and authigenic forms. Generally, the detrital illite in rock varnish was thicker than the nanometer-scale authigenic illite and exhibited distinct differences in chemical composition (e.g., Si/Al, K/Al ratios) and nanoscale morphology. In many cases, the possible transformation of illite to chlorite was observed, either internally within illite particles or through the formation of regular or irregular interstratified structures between illite and chlorite. Both interlayer brucitization and talc brucitization mechanisms may be involved in the chloritization (brucitization) of illite in rock varnish. Such transformations are generally uncommon in surface environments and are more frequently associated with low-grade metamorphism, suggesting that the environment at the illuminated rock surfaces, akin to metamorphic conditions, might provide the energy needed for these reactions. Considering the strong solar irradiance characteristic of Mars and its abundance of Mg, Fe-rich rocks, it is plausible to expect the continued occurrence of chloritization on the Martian surface and even within Martian rock varnish. Our findings are significant for better understanding the formation and transformation of clay minerals on Martian surface and Martian rock varnish, and climate-controlled water-rock interactions on Mars.
Validity and reliability study of metacognitive listening strategies teaching self-efficacy scale for teachers
Authors: Ermiş Murat , Uluçınar Sağır Şafak
Published: January 2025

In this study, an attempt was made to develop a valid and reliable measurement tool to determine teachers' self-efficacy levels for teaching metacognitive listening strategies. The study group consisted of 205 teachers for EFA and 248 teachers for CFA. As a result of the analyzes, a scale consisting of 16 items with 4 factors was developed. It was determined that the scale explained 74.10 of the total variances. For EFA, Kaiser-Mayer-Olkin (KMO) test, Barlett test, total variance, item-total correlation, common factor variance, factor loadings, χ2/df RMSEA, SRMR, RMR, NFI, NNFI, CFI, GFI, AGFI, IFI, RFI, CR, AVE, MSV and ASV values and Cronbach Alpha statistics were performed. The KMO value of the scale is 0.915, the result of Barlett's Test of Sphericity is significant (p=0.000) and the Cronbach Alpha value is 0.932. Five of the fit indices showed excellent fit and six of them showed acceptable fit. The CR, AVE, MSV and ASV values showed that it provided divergent and convergent validity. After the analysis, it was concluded that the Self-Efficacy Scale for Teaching Metacognitive Listening Strategies for Teachers is valid and reliable.
Digital leadership in educational organizations: A scale adaptation study
Authors: Ören Mehmet Emin , Atik Servet
Published: January 2025

In this study, it was aimed to adapt the DigiFuehr 2.0 Scale developed by Claassen et al. (2023) to Turkish and to conduct validity and reliability studies on three groups of participants consisting of teachers. In the study, exploratory and confirmatory factor analyses were performed in line with translation study, linguistic application, and validity and reliability studies. The findings indicate that the scale is a valid and reliable assessment tool for Turkish education leaders. In particular, the dimensions of support and self-organization play an important role in evaluating the digital leadership skills of leaders. In addition, this scale provides a powerful tool for evaluating and developing the digital leadership skills of educational leaders. Therefore, it will allow a more in-depth examination of the effects of digital leadership skills in studies to be carried out in educational organizations.
A Discussion of the Research Methods for the Application of Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis in Couple and Family Therapy
Authors:   Korean Assoc Fam Ther, Seo Jinhee , Choi Younshil
Published: January 2025

Objectives: This study aims to strengthen the scientific foundation of evidence-based practice (EBP) in couple and family therapy by presenting a novel clinical application framework tailored for this field. It emphasizes the use of systematic review and meta-analysis to develop a practical and reliable implementation process. Methods: The study adopts the 5A framework of EBP (Ask, Acquire, Appraise, Apply, Analyze/Adjust) and integrates a detailed 13-step systematic review process, synthesizing existing evidence to guide clinical interventions. Meta-analyses were conducted to determine intervention effect sizes, and GRADE evaluation confirmed the reliability and effectiveness of treatments. Results: The findings establish a robust framework to identify and implement the most effective interventions in couple and family therapy, providing evidence-based precision in treatment planning and enhancing decision-making processes for practitioners. Conclusion: This study proposes a clear and replicable methodology for integrating EBP into clinical practice, promoting both theoretical advancement and practical utility. Future research should focus on piloting these methods in diverse clinical settings to further validate their application.
The moderating role of environmental knowledge in influencing sustainable consumption intention of Generation Z through Personal Norms, Social Norms, And Environmental Awareness
Authors: Canoğlu Meltem , Üstüner Sefa
Published: January 2025

As the world grapples with the pressing challenge of sustainable development, it has become increasingly vital to understand the factors that influence consumption behavior. Generation Z, in particular, has emerged as a pivotal demographic in advancing sustainable consumption practices. This study investigates how Personal Norms, Social Norms, and Environmental Awareness influence Generation Z’s intentions regarding sustainable consumption while examining the moderating role of environmental knowledge in these dynamics.Data were gathered through in-person interviews with 395 students from Osmaniye Korkut Ata University in Turkey. The results reveal that Social Norms (β = 0.329, p = 0.000), Personal Norms (β = 0.265, p = 0.000), and Environmental Awareness (β = 0.178, p = 0.000) have a positive impact on sustainable consumption practices, with social norms exerting the most decisive influence.Furthermore, the findings indicate that individuals with high environmental knowledge and strong personal values are more likely to consume sustainably. In contrast, those who are significantly influenced by the behaviors of their peer groups do not show substantial differences in their consumption intentions based on their level of environmental knowledge.
CELLULOSIC MEMBRANES SUPPORTED WITH SILICA FROM RICE HUSK AND RICE HUSK ASH FOR SLOW RELEASE
Authors: Gastaldon Francine , Junca Eduardo , Fardin Grillo Felipe , Sobieranski Antônio Carlos , Quintana Gomes Suzane , Rafique Jamal , Gisset Pineda Vásquez Tatiana , Allievi Frizon Tiago Elias
Published: January 2025

The aim of this work was to study silica extraction from rice husk (RH) and rice husk ash (RHA). Bacterial cellulose (BC) was used to transport the extracted silica as well as the slow-release silica material. The silica extraction from RH and RHA was performed by leaching using ultrapure water and NaOH. Silica was quantified by UV-Vis spectrophotometer. BC membranes were produced with Komagataeibacter hansenii. Then, the membranes were impregnated with silica-rich leached extracts. Silica release tests under controlled conditions were conducted. Characterization of the impregnated membranes was conducted by Fourier transformed infrared spectrometry (FTIR), microstructural (scanning electron microscopy (SEM)) and mechanical resistance analyses. The results indicated that the RH and RHA leachates from the extractor solution containing NaOH contained more silica than did the extracts from ultrapure water. The BC membranes supported with the aqueous extract of RH released 58% of the adsorbed silica in 24 h. The BC membranes impregnated with RHA-H2O released 67% of the silica. The silica release reached 62% for RH and 60% for RHA from the extract leached with NaOH. The membranes showed a high capacity to retain both water and silica, which can be an alternative to reduce economic losses due to solubilization of fertilizers in the agricultural sector.
Eficiência dos bancos comunitários sob a ótica da análise envoltória de dados
Authors:   , Nascimento Rayanna Nayhara Oliveira do
Published: January 2025

O Desenvolvimento Local (DL) está associado a ações que pretendem proporcionar
melhor qualidade de vida às pessoas (KISMAN; TASAR, 2014). Essas ações se
desencadeiam em várias frentes de atuação, dentre elas, destacam-se as iniciativas de
Finanças Solidárias (FS) que objetivam proporcionar a inclusão financeira da parcela da
população mais vulnerável, por meio da implementação de sistemas monetários solidários
(LAL, 2021). Tendo em vista a importância da construção da pluralidade das formas
monetárias para desenvolvimento de uma economia mais centrada no local e na democracia
local (VALLET, 2018), bem como a necessidade de verificar aspectos ligados à eficiência e à
viabilidade econômica para manutenção dessas iniciativas (DIAS, 2011; CULTI; KOYAMA;
TRINDADE, 2010), este estudo tem como objetivo investigar os níveis de eficiência técnica
dos Bancos Comunitários de Desenvolvimento (BCD) brasileiros com base na dimensão de
produção bancária. Para tanto, realizou-se um estudo descritivo por intermédio da Análise
Envoltória de Dados (Data Envelopment Analysis – DEA), modelo BCC com orientação aos
inputs e aos outputs, técnica capaz de avaliar o desempenho de determinado conjunto de
instituições semelhantes no processo de conversão dos recursos aplicados (inputs) em
resultados obtidos (outputs) (COOPER; SEIFORD; ZHU, 2011). No tocante à abrangência do
estudo, trabalhou-se com os BCD brasileiros criados até 2018 e que se encontravam em
situação ativa. Os resultados apontam para a possibilidade de aprimoramento da eficiência dos
BCD nas duas abordagens analisadas. No entanto, destaca-se que o potencial de redução dos
insumos, mantendo-se o desempenho das saídas, se mostrou superior em relação ao potencial
de maximização da produtividade, mantendo-se o volume de insumos aplicados. No que
concerne às características associadas aos bancos, observou-se que os bancos com poucos
clientes estão disseminados em todos os níveis de eficiência. No entanto, necessariamente os
bancos maiores se encontram nos piores níveis de eficiência técnica. No que diz respeito ao
tempo de atuação no mercado, constatou-se que os bancos com menos tempo de atuação
obtiveram performance mediana em se tratando da redução máxima dos insumos, e os piores
desempenhos de eficiência na maximização dos produtos. Nessa perspectiva, os achados deste
trabalho indicam que há espaço para melhorias substanciais de eficiência relacionada com a
produtividade bancária nos BCD.
Integrating anaerobic co-digestion and BSF larvae cultivation: A sustainable approach to fish innards and food waste management
Authors: Waladatun Nafi'ah Riris , Suhartini Sri , Hidayat Nur , Wibisono Yusuf , Sabrina Sunyoto Nimas Mayang , Alfisya Lailia , Nadi Wilujeng Rohmi , Rizky Harahap Nur Anisah , Syakira Salsabila Hanna , Ainur Rohma Novita , Putra Agus Pratama Andhika , Anas Md Rezali Khairil
Published: January 2025

Indonesia produces substantial quantities of organic waste annually, including approximately 2.4 million tons of fish innards from the fisheries sector (in 2023) and 13 million tons of food waste (in 2019). This waste contributes significantly to greenhouse gas emissions, estimated at 1,789.66 kg CO₂-eq per ton of food waste. Addressing this issue requires innovative strategies to reduce emissions and enhance the economic value of organic waste. This study aims to develop and assess an integrated system that combines Anaerobic Co-Digestion (ACoD) and Black Soldier Fly (BSF) larvae cultivation as a sustainable solution for managing fish innards and food waste. The proposed system processes 73,000 kg of organic waste annually, comprising 36,500 kg of fish innards and 32,850 kg of food waste. The ACoD process, utilizing a 10:90 mixing ratio, generates 2,172 m³ of biogas, 41,948.26 kg of digestate, and 14,576.67 kg of residue. Concurrently, BSF larvae cultivation, employing a 40:60 mixing ratio, produces 6,450.29 kg of dried larvae. The integration of ACoD and BSF larvae cultivation provides multiple advantages, including the production of renewable energy, biofertilizers, and high-protein larvae, while reducing organic waste and minimizing environmental impacts. This study demonstrates the potential scalability of the integrated system as a sustainable and economically viable approach to managing fish innards and food waste, contributing to the circular economy and environmental sustainability.
Gene Therapy Strategies for Muscular Dystrophies: Current Insights and Future Directions
Authors: Dara Mahintaj , Dianatpour Mehdi , Azarpira Negar , Tanideh Nader
Published: January 2025

Gene therapy, a groundbreaking method for addressing genetic mutations, includes strategies such as gene repair, replacement, inactivation, or the introduction of therapeutic genes, circumventing traditional surgical or pharmacological approaches. Delivery through viral or non-viral vectors presents trade-offs in efficiency and immune response. Recent gene-editing technologies like ZFNs, TALENs, and CRISPR facilitate precise genome modifications by inducing targeted double-strand breaks, with CRISPR/Cas9 recognized for its versatility. Muscular dystrophies, marked by progressive muscle degeneration due to genetic mutations, are a significant focus for gene therapy. While a definitive cure remains elusive, gene therapy provides hope, with ongoing research investigating tailored approaches for various types of muscular dystrophy. This review highlights gene therapy's potential in treating muscular dystrophies, concentrating on the diverse strategies under exploration and contributing to the quest for effective therapeutic interventions and, potentially, cures for these debilitating conditions.