bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Ownership structure and corporate tax avoidance: a structured literature review on archival research
Authors: Velte Patrick
Published: September 2023

Purpose

To the best of the author’s knowledge, the author conducts the first detailed review on the impact of ownership variables on corporate tax avoidance, based on 69 archival studies over the two last decades.

Design/methodology/approach

Referring to an agency-theoretical framework, the author differentiates between six categories of ownership (institutional, state, family, foreign, managerial and cross-ownership/ownership concentration). The author also includes research on ownership proxies as moderators of other determinants of tax avoidance.

Findings

The review indicates that most research refers to institutional, state and family ownership. Moreover, except for state ownership, no clear tendencies on the impact of included ownership types can be found in line with the author’s agency-theoretical framework.

Research limitations/implications

Regarding research recommendations, among others, the author stresses the urgent need for recognizing heterogeneity within and interactions between ownership proxies. Researchers should also properly address endogeneity concerns by advanced econometric models (e.g. by the difference-in-difference approach).

Practical implications

As international standard setters have implemented massive reform initiatives on both tax avoidance and corporate governance, this literature review underlines the huge interaction between those topics. Firms should carefully analyze their ownership structure and change their tax planning due to owners' individual tax preferences.

Originality/value

This analysis makes useful contributions to prior research by focusing on six categories of ownership and their impact on tax avoidance in (multinational) firms and moderating effects. The author provides a detailed overview about current archival research and likes to guide researchers to focus on ownership heterogeneity and endogeneity concerns.
A dignity-vulnerability approach framework to maximize well-being outcomes by transformative service initiatives (TSIs)
Authors: Kabadayi Sertan , Livne-Tarandach Reut , Pirson Michael
Published: September 2023

Purpose

This paper aims to explore how service organizations can improve the effectiveness of well-being creation efforts given the pressing societal issues and global crises. In this paper, the authors examine two essential dimensions (dignity and vulnerability approach) to develop a theoretical framework. This framework can be used to increase the effectiveness of well-being outcomes created by transformative service initiatives (TSIs) and minimize their negative unintentional consequences.

Design/methodology/approach

Drawing on social marketing and humanistic management literature, this paper develops a framework for TSIs based on whether human dignity is recognized or ignored and whether a deficit-based or strength-based approach to vulnerability is used. This framework explains different types of TSIs and provides real-life examples.

Findings

The framework developed in this paper discusses four different types of TSIs: (1) exclusionary, a deficit-based approach where dignity is ignored; (2) opportunistic, a strength-based approach where dignity is ignored; (3) paternalistic, a deficit-based approach where dignity is recognized; and (4) humanistic, a strength-based approach where dignity is recognized. The paper also identifies five pathways that service organizations could use to implement these approaches, including two traps (utility and charity) and three opportunities (resourcing, humanizing and full awakening) embedded within these pathways.

Practical implications

This paper provides examples of service industries and specific companies to exemplify the framework developed. Also, it discusses the well-being implications and potential well-being outcomes associated with each type of TSI.

Social implications

This paper offers a novel framework based on two dimensions that are relatively new to the service literature, i.e. dignity and vulnerability approach. This paper also highlights the importance of including these two dimensions in future service research.

Originality/value

This paper offers a novel framework based on two relatively new dimensions to the service literature: dignity and strengths-based approach. This paper also highlights the importance of including these two dimensions in future service research.
Revolutionizing supply chain and circular economy with edge computing: systematic review, research themes and future directions
Authors: Akbari Mohammadreza
Published: September 2023

Purpose

The purpose of this study is to examine how the implementation of edge computing can enhance the progress of the circular economy within supply chains and to address the challenges and best practices associated with this emerging technology.

Design/methodology/approach

This study utilized a streamlined evaluation technique that employed Latent Dirichlet Allocation modeling for thorough content analysis. Extensive searches were conducted among prominent publishers, including IEEE, Elsevier, Springer, Wiley, MDPI and Hindawi, utilizing pertinent keywords associated with edge computing, circular economy, sustainability and supply chain. The search process yielded a total of 103 articles, with the keywords being searched specifically within the titles or abstracts of these articles.

Findings

There has been a notable rise in the volume of scholarly articles dedicated to edge computing in the circular economy and supply chain management. After conducting a thorough examination of the published papers, three main research themes were identified, focused on technology, optimization and circular economy and sustainability. Edge computing adoption in supply chains results in a more responsive, efficient and agile supply chain, leading to enhanced decision-making capabilities and improved customer satisfaction. However, the adoption also poses challenges, such as data integration, security concerns, device management, connectivity and cost.

Originality/value

This paper offers valuable insights into the research trends of edge computing in the circular economy and supply chains, highlighting its significant role in optimizing supply chain operations and advancing the circular economy by processing and analyzing real time data generated by the internet of Things, sensors and other state-of-the-art tools and devices.
The path analysis of entrepreneurship impacts on circular economy in emerging markets: a mediating role of digital technology
Authors: Gu Wentao , Li Lixiang , Zhang Shangfeng , Yi Ming
Published: September 2023

Purpose

The purpose of this article is to explore the impact of the firm's entrepreneurship for the transformation of circular economy (CE). The role of entrepreneurship is thought to be important for the process of four Rs in the CE, and the authors have tried to study the role and impact path of entrepreneurship in CE.

Design/methodology/approach

Empirical data from Chinese listed firms are collected, and a measure of digital technology is constructed by text mining method. Mediation analysis method is used to test the proposed hypothesis.

Findings

The results show that the innovation entrepreneurship has a significant positive impact upon the CE and digital technology is playing a mediating role in the impact path. However, the business entrepreneurship is negatively affecting the CE adoption. Also, the proportion of shares hold by the institution has a heterogenous influence for the innovation entrepreneurship.

Practical implications

This study guides policy makers about the role of entrepreneurship and the mediating effect of digital technology and to encourage the adoption of CE for firms.

Originality/value

This study reveals the mediation effect of digital technology in the impact of entrepreneurship on CE in the emerging market. The heterogeneity of the proportion of shares hold by the institutions is also analyzed in the empirical study.
A scoping review of mentorship in allied health: Attributes, programs and outcomes
Authors: Germeroth Demi , Murray Carolyn M. , McMullen‐Roach Sarah , Boshoff Kobie
Published: September 2023

Background

Mentorship is a mutually beneficial voluntary relationship between mentor and mentee. In principle, the mentee trusts in the mentor for guiding career development and acquiring new knowledge and skills while the mentor finds giving back to the profession rewarding. Mentorship is beneficial at every career stage, but little is known about current programs and processes.

Objective

To review the literature about mentorship in allied health to inform programs and practices in occupational therapy. Scoping focused on barriers, facilitators and reported outcomes of programs and attributes of mentors and mentees.

Data Sources

A search was applied to six databases on 8 February 2022 in Ovid MEDLINE, Ovid Embase, Scopus, PUBMED and CINAHL Complete. Search terms were developed in consultation with an academic librarian and using the population, concept and context mnemonic.

Methods

We used the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta‐Analyses extension for Scoping Reviews (PRISMA‐ScR) and the JBI Manual for Evidence Synthesis. Data extraction forms were piloted with two reviewers and dual extraction occurred with a portion of papers. Where conflicts arose, discussion occurred until a consensus was reached.

Findings

Sixty‐two papers were included from eleven countries. The papers arose from ten allied health disciplines, with five in occupational therapy. One‐on‐one mentoring was most common followed by groups and the use of online platforms. Structured approaches were often used, with the support of professional associations. Trust and willingness to share expertise were required attributes of mentors. Mentees appreciate self‐selecting their mentor and having protected time for mentorship.

Conclusion and Significance

This synthesis provides a description of the available literature on mentorship in allied health. Benefits of mentorship were recorded with the acquisition of skills and knowledge being the most prominent. This synthesis provides ideas for future development and refinement of mentorship in occupational therapy.
Two Islamophobias? Racism and religion as distinct but mutually supportive dimensions of anti‐Muslim prejudice
Authors: Jones Stephen H. , Unsworth Amy
Published: September 2023

Debates about Islamophobia have been blighted by the question of whether the prejudice can be defined as a form of racism or as hostility to religion (or a combination of the two). This paper sheds light on this debate by presenting the findings of a new nationally representative survey, focused on the UK, that contrasts perceptions of Muslims not only with perceptions of other ethnic and religious minorities but also with perceptions of Islam as a religious tradition. We find that prejudice against Muslims is higher than for any other group examined other than Travellers. We also find contrasting demographic drivers of prejudice towards Muslims and towards Islam. Across most prejudice measures we analyse, intolerant views are generally significantly associated with being male, voting Conservative and being older, although not with Anglican identity. We find, however, that class effects vary depending on the question's focus. Anti‐immigration sentiment – including support for a ‘Muslim ban’ – is significantly correlated with being working‐class. However, prejudice towards Islam as a body of teachings (tested using a question measuring perceptions of religious literalism) is significantly correlated with being middle‐class, as is negative sentiment towards Travellers. Using these findings, the paper makes an argument for supplementing recent scholarship on the associations between racism and Islamophobia with analyses focusing on misperceptions of belief.
Labour provisions in trade agreements and women's rights in the global south
Authors: Bastiaens Ida , Postnikov Evgeny , Kreft Anne‐Kathrin
Published: September 2023

The effect of trade liberalisation on women has been hotly contested. Here, we take a step back and explore the effect of the institutions underlying trade on freedoms for women in the Global South. We build on the literature showing that the design of trade agreements matters for social welfare outcomes and argue that labour provisions in preferential trade agreements (PTAs) can contribute to improved women's rights. We assess this claim using statistical evidence and find a robust, positive correlation between labour provisions in PTAs and civic freedoms for women and no robust relationship with economic or political freedoms for women. Our study aims to establish an empirical link between PTA design and women's rights, suggesting new policies are needed to better balance economic globalisation with social goals in the current protectionist era.
No action is without its side effects: Adverse drug reactions and missed doses of antituberculosis therapy, a scoping review
Authors: Dixon Eleanor G. , Rasool Shaista , Otaalo Brian , Motee Ashmika , Dear James W. , Sloan Derek , Stagg Helen R.
Published: September 2023

Aims

A key reason for the failure of antituberculosis (anti‐TB) treatment is missed doses (instances where medication is not taken). Adverse drug reactions (ADRs) are 1 cause of missed doses, but the global evidence, their relative contribution to missed doses vs. other causes, the patterns of missed doses due to ADRs and the specific ADRs associated with missed doses have not been appraised. We sought to address these questions through a scoping review.

Methods

MEDLINE, Embase and Web of Science were searched on 3 November 2021 using terms around active TB, missed doses and treatment challenges. Studies reporting both ADR and missed dose data were examined (PROSPERO: CRD42022295209).

Results

Searches identified 108 eligible studies: 88/108 (81%) studies associated ADRs with an increase in missed doses; 33/61 (54%) studies documenting the reasons for missed doses gave ADRs as a primary reason. No studies examined patterns of missed doses due to ADRs; 41/108 (38%) studies examined associations between 68 types of ADR (across 15 organ systems) and missed doses. Nuance around ADR‐missed doses relations regarding drug susceptibility testing profile and whether the missed doses originated from the patient, healthcare professionals, or both were found.

Conclusion

There is extensive evidence that ADRs are a key driver for missed doses of anti‐TB treatment. Some papers examined specific ADRs and none evaluated the patterns of missed doses due to ADRs, demonstrating a knowledge deficit. Knowing why doses both are and are not missed is essential in providing targeted interventions to improve treatment outcomes.
Differences in chronic obstructive pulmonary disease among US nursing home residents with heart failure according to sex and type of heart failure
Authors: Osundolire Seun , Goldberg Robert J. , Lapane Kate L.
Published: September 2023

Background

Heart failure and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) are leading cause of death throughout the world. Few recent studies have, however, examined possible sex and type of heart failure (HFpEF, HFrEF, and unspecified/other heart failure) differences in the prevalence of these chronic conditions among nursing home residents.

Objectives

The aim of this study is to examine the magnitude of concomitant COPD and differences according to sex and heart failure type, in terms of the prevalence of COPD among nursing home residents with heart failure.

Methods

The principal study outcomes were examined in a cross‐sectional study of 97 495 US nursing home residents with heart failure using the 2018 Minimum Data Set. The diagnoses of heart failure and COPD were operationalized through a review of nursing home admission, progress notes, and physical examination findings.

Results

The average age of this study population was 81.3 ± 11.0 years, 67.3% were women, and 53.8% had COPD. A slightly higher prevalence of COPD was found among men than women. A higher proportion of unspecified heart failure type was found in both men and women, than reduced and preserved ejection fractions, respectively. In both men and women, there was a higher prevalence of COPD among those with various chronic conditions and current tobacco users.

Conclusions

COPD is highly prevalent among medically complex middle‐aged and older nursing home residents with heart failure. Future research should focus on increasing our understanding of factors that influence the risk and optimal management of COPD and heart failure to improve the quality of life for nursing home residents.
Application of a physiologically based pharmacokinetic model to predict isoniazid disposition during pregnancy
Authors: Amaeze Ogochukwu U. , Isoherranen Nina
Published: September 2023

Pregnancy can increase the risk of latent tuberculosis infection (LTBI) progression to tuberculosis (TB) disease. Isoniazid (INH) is the preferred preventative treatment for LTBI in pregnancy. INH is mainly cleared by N‐acetyltransferase 2 (NAT2) but the pharmacokinetics (PK) of INH in different NAT2 phenotypes during pregnancy is not well characterized. To address this knowledge gap, we used physiologically based pharmacokinetic (PBPK) modeling to evaluate NAT2 phenotype‐specific effects of pregnancy on INH disposition. A whole‐body PBPK model for INH was developed and verified for non‐pregnant NAT2 fast (FA), intermediate (IA), and slow (SA) acetylators. Model predictive performance was assessed using a drug‐specific model acceptance criterion for mean plasma area under the curve (AUC) and peak plasma concentration (Cmax), and the absolute average fold error (AAFE) for individual plasma concentrations. The verified model was extended to simulate INH disposition during pregnancy in NAT2 SA, IA, and FA populations. A sensitivity analysis was conducted using the verified PBPK model and known changes in INH disposition during pregnancy to determine whether NAT2 activity changes during pregnancy or other INH clearance pathways are altered. This analysis suggested that NAT2 activity is unchanged while other INH clearance pathways increase by ~80% during pregnancy. The model was applied to explore the effect of pregnancy on INH disposition in two ethnic populations with different NAT2 phenotype distributions and with high TB burden. Our PBPK model can be used to predict INH disposition during pregnancy in diverse populations and expanded to other drugs cleared by NAT2 during pregnancy.
Lack of consideration of socioeconomic factors in transition programme of adolescents with type 1 diabetes: A systematic review
Authors: Berot Aurelie , Morsa Maxime , De Andrade Vincent , Gagnayre Remi , Bihan Hélène
Published: September 2023

The transition of adolescents with type 1 diabetes should be organized such that loss of follow‐up and deterioration of patients' metabolic control are minimized.

Objective

Our study aimed to ascertain whether socioeconomic status is featured in the characteristics of adolescents with type 1 diabetes in transition programmes and their inclusion in transition programmes.

Research Design and Methods

A systematic review of the literature was performed according to PRISMA recommendations. All articles published between 2010 and 2023 were considered. Studies that described a transition programme for adolescents or young adults with T1DM were included.

Results

After screening, 18 studies were included. Different transition programmes were proposed (exchanges between professionals, coordinators, and transition clinics). Nine articles described socio‐economic factors. The educational level was the most frequently reported. Only three studies evaluated the impact of one parameter on transition success: a lower education level was associated with more hospital visits for hyperglycaemia, and the other did not report any socioeconomic factor associated with clinic attendance.

Conclusions

The socioeconomic status of type 1 diabetes is poorly described in transition programmes, and the few that do make mention of it, offer little information about patient management.
Long‐term effectiveness of eculizumab: Data from the International PNH Registry
Authors: Terriou Louis , Lee Jong Wook , Forsyth Cecily , Griffin Morag , Szer Jeff , Röth Alexander , Gustovic Philippe , Metzger Jesse , Patel Ami S. , Patriquin Christopher J.
Published: September 2023

Objectives

Data from the International PNH Registry (NCT01374360) were used to estimate the overall survival and first occurrence of thromboembolic events/major adverse vascular events (TEs/MAVEs) for eculizumab‐treated patients with paroxysmal nocturnal hemoglobinuria (PNH) compared with a contemporaneous untreated cohort.

Methods

Patients enrolled in the Registry from March 16, 2007, to February 14, 2022, were included. Treated patients received eculizumab for >35 days; untreated patients did not receive eculizumab at any time. Univariable and multivariable analyses were performed using a Cox proportional hazards regression model comparing eculizumab treatment periods to untreated periods and were adjusted for baseline covariates (e.g., high disease activity [HDA], transfusion dependency, and eculizumab treatment status).

Results

The analysis included 4118 patients. The univariable hazard ratio (HR) (95% CI) for mortality in eculizumab‐treated time versus untreated time was 0.51 (0.41–0.64; p < 0.0001). Significant baseline covariates included age, sex, history of bone marrow failure, ≥4 erythrocyte transfusions within 12 months before baseline, and an estimated glomerular filtration rate ≤ 60 mL/min/1.73 m2 (all p < 0.0001). In the adjusted analysis, patients with baseline HDA had the greatest reduction in mortality risk (HR [95% CI], 0.51 [0.36–0.72]). Treated patients had approximately 60% reduction in TE/MAVE risk during treated versus untreated time (HR [95% CI]: TE: 0.40 [0.26–0.62], MAVE: 0.37 [0.26–0.54]; p < 0.0001).

Conclusion

Using data from the largest Registry of patients with PNH, with ≥14 years of overall follow‐up, we demonstrate that treatment with eculizumab conferred a 49% relative benefit in survival and an approximately 60% reduction in TE/MAVE risk.
Unlocking avian museum collections to enable and advance environmental change research
Authors: Norris Ken , Bond Alexander L. , Cooper Joanna H. , Adams Mark P. , van Grouw Hein , White Judith , Stervander Martin , Russell Douglas G. D. , Loader Simon P.
Published: September 2023

The rate and magnitude of contemporary changes in natural systems is unprecedented in the Earth's history. Studies of wild birds have been critically important in helping us understand and address these environmental changes. Avian collections provide a potentially unique perspective on change through time, but their role in environmental change research is limited by the availability of collections data. Here we describe how avian collections might be unlocked to enable environmental change research, and discuss the opportunities and constraints associated with this. We use the concept of the extended specimen to describe the types of data that could be unlocked from basic data for discoverability to enhanced data that might be directly applied to environmental change questions. We illustrate the type of environmental change research these data might support. We argue that data creation and access is currently limited by funding for digitization, a rather patchy understanding of the needs of the research community and less than adequate data‐sharing by institutions and researchers. We develop a blueprint for addressing these issues which includes (1) improvements in sharing the data we are already creating and (2) building a better case for digitization at scale. As one of the largest avian collections in the world, the Natural History Museum, UK, is committed to unlocking our collections, but we will need input and support from the avian research community to do so.
Characterisation of hyaluronic acid‐curcumin‐cellulose nanofibre composite film and application in egg preservation
Authors: Fan Zixin , Hao Yubo , Wang Yidi , Hu Xiaopei , Li Tuoping
Published: September 2023

HA composite films were prepared using hyaluronic acid (HA) as a substrate with the addition of curcumin and cellulose nanofibre (CNF), and the application was evaluated by egg preservation tests at 25 °C and 70% humidity. The composite additives increased the thickness of both films. Compared to single HA film, 0.025% curcumin conferred the best antimicrobial properties, while CNF mainly controlled the viscosity, permeability and mechanical properties of the films. A 56‐day egg preservation test showed that the composite film with 0.5% HA addition, 0.025% each of curcumin and CNF, and a coating time of 2 min had the lowest weight loss of 13.88%. The final Haugh unit was 52.08, respectively, which exceeded the corresponding control values around Day 35 and extended the shelf life by at least 14 days. This indicates that the composite film at this concentration has the most significant effect on egg preservation and is important for postharvest food preservation.
Enrichment of lycopene in watermelon juice by ultrafiltration: technical assessment and fouling analysis
Authors: Doan Ngoc Thuc Trinh , Lai Quoc Dat , Nguyen Hoang Dung , Nabetani Hiroshi
Published: September 2023

Watermelon juice is proven to be a potential source of lycopene, but its exploitation and consumption are currently constrained. The research focused on lycopene enrichment in watermelon juice by ultrafiltration (UF) with 1000 Da of molecular weight cut‐off (MWCO). The selectivity of UF membrane for the constituents in watermelon juice was investigated from 2 to 8 bar by dead‐end mode combined with stirring. The 1000 Da UF membrane showed a high potential to recover and separate lycopene from other components. However, membrane deposition and capillary occlusion could occur, affecting the overall efficiency of the enrichment process. To better understand kinetics, phenomena and efficiency, the study was evaluated in cross‐flow mode with full recirculation of retentate. The enrichment efficiency was found to increase the concentration and purity of lycopene by several times. The concentration polarisation was used to describe permeate flux decline, while the Hermia model was developed to explain fouling mechanisms. The utilised models were highly compatible; additionally, pore blocking was thought to be the main mechanism of fouling in lycopene enrichment by 1000 Da UF. The built mathematical model was in good agreement with the experimental observations of permeate flux, and lycopene, TS and ash concentrations. The 1000 Da UF of watermelon juice is a feasible approach for lycopene enrichment.
Efficacy and safety of prophylactic anticoagulation in patients with primary nephrotic syndrome: a systematic review and meta‐analysis
Authors: De Pascali Federica , Brunini Francesca , Rombolà Giuseppe , Squizzato Alessandro
Published: September 2023

Background and Aims

Nephrotic syndrome (NS) is associated with an increased incidence of venous thromboembolism (VTE), approximately 10%. We performed a systematic review to evaluate the efficacy and safety of prophylactic anticoagulation in patients with NS.

Methods

Studies evaluating prophylactic anticoagulation in NS were identified by an electronic search of MEDLINE and EMBASE databases until December 2021. Weighted mean proportion and 95% confidence intervals (CIs) of thromboembolic and haemorrhagic events were calculated using a fixed‐effects and a random‐effects model. The differences in the outcomes among groups were estimated as pooled odds ratio (OR) and corresponding 95% CI. Statistical heterogeneity was evaluated using the I2 statistic.

Results

Five cohort studies, for a total of 414 adult patients, were included. Only two studies had a control group. The weighted mean incidence of pulmonary embolism (PE) and deep vein thrombosis in patients who received VTE prophylaxis was 1.8% (95% CI: 0.6–3.5%; I2: 4.4%) and 0.9% (95% CI: 0.2–2.2%; I2: 43.4%) respectively. The weighted mean incidence of major bleeding in patients who received VTE prophylaxis was 2.3% (95% CI: 1–4.2%; I2: 25.4%). Patients with NS that received VTE prophylaxis had a non‐significant reduced risk of PE (OR: 0.63 (95% CI: 0.03–14.8; I2: 64.4%)) and an increased risk of major bleeding (OR: 2.08 (95% CI: 0.41–10.45; I2: 0%)) compared to patients with NS that did not receive VTE prophylaxis.

Conclusions

Our findings suggest that prophylactic anticoagulation in adult patients with primary NS may reduce the risk of VTE, even if it may be associated with a not negligible bleeding risk.
The relationship between sensory impairment and home care client's received care time—A cross‐sectional study
Authors: Pesonen Tiina , Corneliusson Laura , Väisänen Visa , Siira Heidi , Edgren Johanna , Elo Satu , Sinervo Timo
Published: September 2023

Aim

The aim of this study was to explore the relationship between sensory impairment and home care client's received care time.

Design

A cross‐sectional multi‐source study.

Methods

Data from a self‐reported staff survey on care time allocation were merged with registry data from the Resident Assessment Instrument registry (n = 1477). The data were collected during 1 week from 17 home care units in Finland in October 2021. The relationship between sensory impairment and clients received care time was examined using linear regression analyses.

Results

The linear regression analyses showed that having vision impairment alone increased care time, while dual sensory impairment resulted in decreased received care time. Hearing impairment alone was not statistically significantly associated with care time.

Conclusion

The holistic care need of home care clients with dual sensory impairment may not be adequate. To ensure equality and the individually tailored care of clients, further attention must be paid to clients with sensory impairments, especially those with dual sensory impairment. Furthermore, the competence of home care workers to encounter and communicate with clients with sensory impairment must be developed to support the holistic care.

Implications for the patient care

The sensory impairments of home care clients must be identified in time and considered in care planning and encountering clients.

Impact

As there is a risk that clients with dual sensory impairment are not able to fully express themselves, it is imperative that further attention is paid to clients with sensory impairments, to better understand and support this vulnerable group. Increased awareness and continuous education are needed to better identify and support home care clients with sensory impairment.

Reporting Method

The study adheres to the STROBE reporting guidelines.

Patient or public contribution

No patient or public contribution.
Clinical value of dermoscopy in psoriasis
Authors: Wu Yifeng , Sun Liyun
Published: September 2023

Background

Dermoscopy is a noninvasive technique that has attracted increasing attention in the field of inflammatory skin diseases (such as psoriasis) in recent years.

Objective

This study aimed to provide an up‐to‐date overview of the role of dermoscopy in the diagnosis and extra‐diagnosis of psoriasis.

Methods

This study sought to review the published literature regarding use of dermoscopy in the evaluation of psoriasis.

Results

The diagnostic value of dermoscopy in psoriasis vulgaris, nail psoriasis, and other types of psoriasis was summarized from the aspects of vascular pattern, scale pattern, and other features. Meanwhile, the application value of dermoscopy in the differential diagnosis, efficacy and severity assessment, prediction and monitoring of psoriasis was discussed.

Conclusion

Dermoscopy has good clinical value in the diagnosis and differential diagnosis of psoriasis and shows great prospects for severity assessment and efficacy prediction monitoring.
Coeliac disease and its implications on the oral health of children: A systematic review
Authors: Turska‐Szybka Anna , Dąbrowska Ewelina , Głogowska Karen , Janczewska Anna , Olczak‐Kowalczyk Dorota , Piekoszewska‐Ziętek Paula
Published: September 2023

Aim

Apart from various typical gastrointestinal symptoms, coeliac disease may have its clinical manifestations in the oral cavity which is the entrance of the gastrointestinal tract.

Methods

A systematic review of literature was performed using the following databases: Medline, Scopus, EBSCOhost and Cochrane Library for Systematic Review. Inclusion criteria: observational or experimental original studies published in English with full text available between January 2000 and December 2022, regarding children and adolescents under the age of 20. Risk of bias was determined with the use of Risk Of Bias In Non‐randomised Studies of Exposure.

Results

Thirty‐four studies were included in the review. The analysis confirmed a higher prevalence of numerous oral manifestations in coeliac disease concerning both hard and soft tissues. Our study found the prevalence of dental enamel defects to be at the level of 17.9%–83.5% (P value <0.047) and recurrent aphthous stomatitis of 8.3%–69% (P value <0.039).

Conclusion

Oral manifestations may precede gastrointestinal symptoms. Patients presenting such manifestations should be screened for coeliac disease. The cooperation of gastroenterologists and dentists could lead to an increased detectability of coeliac disease.
Within‐individual leaf trait variation increases with phenotypic integration in a subtropical tree diversity experiment
Authors: Castro Sánchez‐Bermejo Pablo , Davrinche Andréa , Matesanz Silvia , Harpole W. Stanley , Haider Sylvia
Published: September 2023

Covariation of plant functional traits, that is, phenotypic integration, might constrain their variability. This was observed for inter‐ and intraspecific variation, but there is no evidence of a relationship between phenotypic integration and the functional variation within single plants (within‐individual trait variation; WTV), which could be key to understand the extent of WTV in contexts like plant–plant interactions.

We studied the relationship between WTV and phenotypic integration in c. 500 trees of 21 species in planted forest patches varying in species richness in subtropical China. Using visible and near‐infrared spectroscopy (Vis‐NIRS), we measured nine leaf morphological and chemical traits. For each tree, we assessed metrics of single and multitrait variation to assess WTV, and we used plant trait network properties based on trait correlations to quantify phenotypic integration.

Against expectations, strong phenotypic integration within a tree led to greater variation across leaves. Not only this was true for single traits, but also the dispersion in a tree's multitrait hypervolume was positively associated with tree's phenotypic integration. Surprisingly, we only detected weak influence of the surrounding tree‐species diversity on these relationships.

Our study suggests that integrated phenotypes allow the variability of leaf phenotypes within the organism and supports that phenotypic integration prevents maladaptive variation.
Implicit theories of mental health predict anxiety and depression during the COVID‐19 pandemic in China: The mediating effect of coping styles
Authors: Jin Lefan , Zhang Ning , Chen Wenbo
Published: September 2023

This research investigated how implicit theories of mental health (ITMH) influence people's experience of anxiety and depression symptoms during the COVID‐19 pandemic in China. Two thousand and 44 Chinese completed the study during an emergent outbreak of the COVID‐19 pandemic in Shaanxi, China. The results suggested that ITMH significantly influence people's experience of anxiety and depression symptoms. Both active and passive coping styles significantly mediated the relationship between ITMH and anxiety/depression, with active coping style as a stronger mediator than passive coping style. Implications of the current research for improving people's mental health during pandemics of infectious diseases and directions for future research are discussed.
Effect of woven yarn angle on the low‐velocity impact damage response of fibre woven thermoplastic composites
Authors: Gao Sasa , Zhang Yunjie , Wang Zeyu , Yu Zuwang
Published: September 2023

Fibre woven thermoplastic composites (FWTC) are widely used in aerospace and other fields because of their excellent performance. During service, FWTC structures are inevitably subjected to low‐velocity impact (LVI), which can cause invisible damage and eventual failure of the material. At the moment, studies on FWTC mostly focused on the orthogonal woven yarns while there's few reports about the effect of the yarn angle changing on the woven material's LVI damage response. This study aims at the effect of yarn angle changing on the damage behaviour of FWTC. A method for preparation of nonorthogonal prepregs was proposed, by which FWTC laminates with different yarn angles (60°, 75°, and 90°) were prepared for LVI tests. The results show that the maximum impact displacement and the impact duration of the impactor decrease with the decrease of the yarn angle when the FWTC laminate is subjected to LVI, while the maximum impact force shows an increasing trend. This indicates that the smaller yarn angle causes the better load‐bearing capacity of the FWTC laminate under LVI conditions, while the orthogonal FWTC laminate is more ductile. The damage morphology indicated by the impact of the FWTC laminate are matrix cracks and yarn breaks, and the damage area increases with the decrease of yarn angle, where the damage of orthogonal laminate is more serious more concentrated. The results found in this paper can provide useful guidance for engineering applications and failure analysis of FWTC.
Metabolic priming in G6PDH isoenzyme‐replaced tobacco lines improves stress tolerance and seed yields via altering assimilate partitioning
Authors: Scharte Judith , Hassa Sebastian , Herrfurth Cornelia , Feussner Ivo , Forlani Giuseppe , Weis Engelbert , von Schaewen Antje
Published: September 2023

We investigated the basis for better performance of transgenic Nicotiana tabacum plants with G6PDH‐isoenzyme replacement in the cytosol (Xanthi::cP2::cytRNAi, Scharte et al., 2009). After six generations of selfing, infiltration of Phytophthora nicotianae zoospores into source leaves confirmed that defence responses (ROS, callose) are accelerated, showing as fast cell death of the infected tissue. Yet, stress‐related hormone profiles resembled susceptible Xanthi and not resistant cultivar SNN, hinting at mainly metabolic adjustments in the transgenic lines. Leaves of non‐stressed plants contained twofold elevated fructose‐2,6‐bisphosphate (F2,6P2) levels, leading to partial sugar retention (soluble sugars, starch) and elevated hexose‐to‐sucrose ratios, but also more lipids. Above‐ground biomass lay in between susceptible Xanthi and resistant SNN, with photo‐assimilates preferentially allocated to inflorescences. Seeds were heavier with higher lipid‐to‐carbohydrate ratios, resulting in increased harvest yields ‐ also under water limitation. Abiotic stress tolerance (salt, drought) was improved during germination, and in floated leaf disks of non‐stressed plants. In leaves of salt‐watered plants, proline accumulated to higher levels during illumination, concomitant with efficient NADP(H) use and recycling. Non‐stressed plants showed enhanced PSII‐induction kinetics (upon dark–light transition) with little differences at the stationary phase. Leaf exudates contained 10% less sucrose, similar amino acids, but more fatty acids – especially in the light. Export of specific fatty acids via the phloem may contribute to both, earlier flowering and higher seed yields of the Xanthi‐cP2 lines. Apparently, metabolic priming by F2,6P2—combined with sustained NADP(H) turnover—bypasses the genetically fixed growth–defence trade‐off, rendering tobacco plants more stress‐resilient and productive.
Critical power is a key threshold determining the magnitude of post‐exercise hypotension in non‐hypertensive young males
Authors: Lei Tze‐Huan , Wang I‐Lin , Chen Yi‐Ming , Liu Xin‐Hao , Fujii Naoto , Koga Shunsaku , Perry Blake , Mundel Toby , Wang Faming , Cao Yinhang , Dobashi Kohei , Kondo Narihiko , Li Hao‐Yu , Goulding Richie P.
Published: September 2023

The effect of different exercise intensities on the magnitude of post‐exercise hypotension has not been rigorously clarified with respect to the metabolic thresholds that partition discrete exercise intensity domains (i.e., critical power and the gas exchange threshold (GET)). We hypothesized that the magnitude of post‐exercise hypotension would be greater following isocaloric exercise performed above versus below critical power. Twelve non‐hypertensive men completed a ramp incremental exercise test to determine maximal oxygen uptake and the GET, followed by five exhaustive constant load trials to determine critical power and W′ (work available above critical power). Subsequently, criterion trials were performed at four discrete intensities matched for total work performed (i.e., isocaloric) to determine the impact of exercise intensity on post‐exercise hypotension: 10% above critical power (10% > CP), 10% below critical power (10% < CP), 10% above GET (10% > GET) and 10% below GET (10% < GET). The post‐exercise decrease (i.e., the minimum post‐exercise values) in mean arterial (10% > CP: −12.7 ± 8.3 vs. 10% < CP: v3.5 ± 2.9 mmHg), diastolic (10% > CP: −9.6 ± 9.8 vs. 10% < CP: −1.4 ± 5.0 mmHg) and systolic (10% > CP: −23.8 ± 7.0 vs. 10% < CP: −9.9 ± 4.3 mmHg) blood pressures were greater following exercise performed 10% > CP compared to all other trials (all P < 0.01). No effects of exercise intensity on the magnitude of post‐exercise hypotension were observed during exercise performed below critical power (all P > 0.05). Critical power represents a threshold above which the magnitude of post‐exercise hypotension is greatly augmented.
A Dynamic Insulation Technique for Building Envelop by Using Microchannels
Authors: Shafiee Shahin , Dicko Hamed
Published: September 2023

Initially designed for electronic system cooling, microchannels represent innovative technologies that can also be harnessed to augment the thermal resistance of building walls. When employed as an additional insulation layer within the building envelope, they have the potential to replace traditional insulating materials like wool, polystyrene, wood fiber, and cotton denim. This article explores modeling and simulation results pertaining to the performance of microchannels integrated into a standard building wall, aiming to provide dynamic thermal resistance for the building envelope. The simulations were conducted using aluminum microchannels featuring a rectangular profile, and various working fluids (air and water) were considered to assess system performance under different fluid conditions. To ensure laminar flow conditions in both working fluids, the Reynolds number was controlled within the range of 100–900 across multiple runs. The simulation and analysis outcomes underscore the viability of fluid flow through microchannels within building walls as a promising insulation technique capable of delivering dynamic thermal resistance and enhancing energy efficiency across diverse building types. Furthermore, the results emphasize that the utilization of water-based fluid within microchannels outperforms air-based fluid flow, particularly in terms of heat transfer and heat dissipation capabilities.
Underwater source ranging by Siamese network aided semi-supervised learning
Authors: Wen Hao , Yang Chengzhu , Dou Daowei , Xu Lijun , Jiao Yuchen
Published: September 2023

Underwater source ranging based on Deep Learning methods demands a considerable amount of labeled data, which is costly to collect. To alleviate this challenge, semi-supervised learning of the wrapper paradigm is introduced into this task. First, the Siamese network is used to generate pseudo labels for unlabeled data to expand the labeled dataset. A new effective confidence criterion based on similarity score and similar sample distribution is proposed to evaluate the reliability of pseudo labels. Then the model can be trained more fully with an expanded dataset. Experiments on the SwellEx-96 dataset validate that this method can effectively improve prediction accuracy.
Semiautomatic Training Load Determination in Endurance Athletes
Authors: Dausin Christophe , Ruiz-Carmona Sergio , De Bosscher Ruben , Janssens Kristel , Herbots Lieven , Heidbuchel Hein , Hespel Peter , Cornelissen Véronique , Willems Rik , La Gerche André , Claessen Guido , _ _
Published: September 2023

Background: Despite endurance athletes recording their training data electronically, researchers in sports cardiology rely on questionnaires to quantify training load. This is due to the complexity of quantifying large numbers of training files. We aimed to develop a semiautomatic postprocessing tool to quantify training load in clinical studies. Methods: Training data were collected from two prospective athlete’s heart studies (Master Athlete’s Heart study and Prospective Athlete Heart study). Using in-house developed software, maximal heart rate (MaxHR) and training load were calculated from heart rate monitored during cumulative training sessions. The MaxHR in the lab was compared with the MaxHR in the field. Lucia training impulse score, based on individually based exercise intensity zones, and Edwards training impulse, based on MaxHR in the field, were compared. A questionnaire was used to determine the number of training sessions and training hours per week. Results: Forty-three athletes recorded their training sessions using a chest-worn heart rate monitor and were selected for this analysis. MaxHR in the lab was significantly lower compared with MaxHR in the field (183 ± 12 bpm vs. 188 ± 13 bpm, p < .01), but correlated strongly (r = .81, p < .01) with acceptable limits of agreement (±15.4 bpm). An excellent correlation was found between Lucia training impulse score and Edwards training impulse (r = .92, p < .0001). The quantified number of training sessions and training hours did not correlate with the number of training sessions (r = .20) and training hours (r = −.12) reported by questionnaires. Conclusion: Semiautomatic measurement of training load is feasible in a wide age group. Standard exercise questionnaires are insufficiently accurate in comparison to objective training load quantification.
Supplemental Material: “Wrecking the rocks”: Continental weathering by groundwater
Authors: Wood Warren W. , Sanford Ward , al. et
Published: September 2023

Expanded detail of the carbon flux, including Table S1 and Figure S1.  
Supplemental Material: Mantle metasomatism induced by water-fluxed melting of subducted continental crust at ultrahigh pressures
Authors: Gao Mingdi , Xu Haijin , Wang Yu , al. et
Published: September 2023

Detailed descriptions of starting materials, experimental methods and results, Figures S1–S9, and Tables S1–S5.  