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Synthesis of ultraviolet (UV)-curable water-borne polyurethane acrylate binders and comparison of their performance for pigment printing on synthetic leather
Authors: Baysal Gülçin , Keleş Gizem , Kalav Berdan , Güner F. Seniha , Karagüzel Kayaoğlu Burçak 
Published: July 2020

PurposeIn this study, it is aimed to synthesize ultraviolet (UV)-curable water-borne polyurethane acrylate (WPUA) binders using different types of polyols (poly (propylene glycol), PPG1000 and PPG2000 and poly (ethylene glycol), PEG1000 and PEG2000) at different molecular weights, DMPA (2,2-bis(hydroxymethyl) propionic acid) at different amounts and isophorone diisocyanate (IPDI) and use for pigment printing on synthetic leather.Design/methodology/approachUV-cured films were characterized by Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR) and differential scanning calorimeter (DSC). The effect of binder structure on printing performance was determined with hardness, crock fastness, abrasion resistance and color measurements.FindingsThe highest abrasion resistance (60,000 cycles) and crock fastness values (dry crock and wet crock: 3/4) were obtained with binder PEG-C synthesized with PEG2000 and lower DMPA amount of 4.89 wt%; however, PEG-C binder showed lower hardness values. Due to lower urethane groups in PEG-C binder, more flexible films were obtained which imparted good adhesion property to printing film. Synthesized binders provided lower crock fastness and abrasion resistance properties than commercial WPUA binder.Originality/valuePigmented formulations including UV-curable water-borne synthesized PUA binder were developed and for the first time applied onto synthetic leather using screen printing method. Within this context, a new environmentally friendly printing method was proposed in this study including binder synthesis in the preparation of printing formulations.
The chief project officer: a new executive role for turbulent times
Authors: Wu Te , Zhu Zhu 
Published: July 2020

Purpose
While it is common for most C-suite executives to have substantial project responsibilities, many do not have a strong understanding of project management leading to significant failures. As projects are the main mechanisms for implementing changes, project performance has disproportional impact on the competitiveness and viability of organizations. This paper aims to attempt to raise awareness of the Chief Project Officer (CPO) role and lay out important skills and capabilities that are needed for managers to ascend to this role as well as key topics of concern when preparing the mindset to be a successful CPO.

Design/methodology/approach
The authors have based this research on reviewing publications from the project management journals and publications, interviews of project management professionals and drawing from our industry experience in the field of project management.

Findings
Most organizations have project managers, either formal or informal, to lead projects. As project environment intensifies across industries, larger organizations rely on a project executives and project management office to oversee projects and performance of C-suite tasks. However, these projects and project management office (PMO) managers often lacks the authority and legitimacy to fully carry out the expected function. This is a clear gap in organizational management, and the gap is growing as more resources are dedicated to projects. Many organizations are equipped with the human resource to develop a CPO, the authors identify five main skills and 20 key topics that are crucial to the success of this vital role.

Originality/value
While the awareness of the CPO is still in its infancy, most organizations have equivalent or emerging senior project executive roles that may evolve and become CPOs. Today, organizations are increasingly pushed to pursue project-oriented structures to a rapidly changing environment, global market and fast-paced technological advances. It is likely that the CPO role will grow and become a crucial component in top management teams in the coming years to help organizations in moving forward to achieve their strategic goals and objectives.
Financial and non-financial benefits of carbon controls
Authors: Bui Binh , Truong Thu Phuong , Chapple Ellie J. 
Published: July 2020

PurposeThis study aims to understand the organisational benefits of carbon-focussed management control systems (carbon MCS) under a regulatory context.Design/methodology/approachThe authors conduct a survey of 85 New Zealand (NZ) organisations covering different industries, sizes and compliance obligations.FindingsThe results suggest a significant direct positive impact of carbon MCS on organisations’ non-financial benefits and an indirect impact on financial benefits via non-financial benefits. The impact on non-financial benefits is strongest when a whole carbon MCS package is used rather than individual carbon controls. However, the highest impact on financial benefits are attained when only diagnostic controls are used rather than other controls or the whole MCS package. Firms in primary, manufacturing and energy sectors and those with export activities are less likely to achieve organisational benefits, while those with a compliance obligation under the emissions trading scheme are more likely to perceive such benefits.Research limitations/implicationsThe study has a limited sample size (85 firms), a unique context (NZ) and coves only large firms. Further, there are no objective performance measures to validate survey responses regarding organisational benefits.Practical implicationsThe findings provide a business case for managers and practitioners in formulating their strategic and MCS responses to climate change issues.Originality/valueThe authors focus on carbon MCS and adopt a wider range of carbon MCS levers than previous research. The authors discern not only non-financial benefits but also financial benefits from MCS use.
Optimized and affordable high‐throughput sequencing workflow for preserved and nonpreserved small zooplankton specimens
Authors: Beninde Jannik , Möst Markus , Meyer Axel 
Published: July 2020

AbstractGenomic analysis of hundreds of individuals is increasingly becoming standard in evolutionary and ecological research. Individual‐based sequencing generates large amounts of valuable data from experimental and field studies, while using preserved samples is an invaluable resource for studying biodiversity in remote areas or across time. Yet, small‐bodied individuals or specimens from collections are often of limited use for genomic analyses due to a lack of suitable extraction and library preparation protocols for preserved or small amounts of tissues. Currently, high‐throughput sequencing in zooplankton is mostly restricted to clonal species, that can be maintained in live cultures to obtain sufficient amounts of tissue, or relies on a whole‐genome amplification step that comes with several biases and high costs. Here, we present a workflow for high‐throughput sequencing of single small individuals omitting the need for prior whole‐genome amplification or live cultures. We establish and demonstrate this method using 27 species of the genus Daphnia, aquatic keystone organisms, and validate it with small‐bodied ostracods. Our workflow is applicable to both live and preserved samples at low costs per sample. We first show that a silica‐column based DNA extraction method resulted in the highest DNA yields for nonpreserved samples while a precipitation‐based technique gave the highest yield for ethanol‐preserved samples and provided the longest DNA fragments. We then successfully performed short‐read whole genome sequencing from single Daphnia specimens and ostracods. Moreover, we assembled a draft reference genome from a single Daphnia individual (>50× coverage) highlighting the value of the workflow for non‐model organisms.
A safe and reliable technique for fascial closure without special devices after laparoscopic surgery
Authors: Takemoto Yuki , Ikeda Masahiro , Karakuchi Nozomi , Shimomura Manabu , Inoue Masashi , Ohmori Ichiro , Miyamoto Kazuaki , Toyota Kazuhiro , Sadamoto Seiji , Takahashi Tadateru 
Published: July 2020

AbstractIntroductionTo prevent port‐site hernia, we established a simple and low‐cost closure method that uses a venous catheter needle and suture, without any other special devices.Materials and Surgical TechniqueWe used the inner needle of a 16‐G venous catheter and a 2‐0 absorbable bladed suture. To evaluate the efficacy of this technique, the procedure time was noted and compared among three operators (an experienced surgeon and two inexperienced surgeons).DiscussionThe median suturing time was 60.5 seconds (range, 26‐130 seconds) per incision. Even an unexperienced surgeon can close the fascia safely and quickly after some experience with the procedure.
Reluctant educators and self‐advocates: Older trans adults’ experiences of health‐care services and practitioners in seeking gender‐affirming services
Authors: Willis Paul , Dobbs Christine , Evans Elizabeth , Raithby Michele , Bishop Jenny‐Anne 
Published: July 2020

AbstractBackgroundTrans‐identifying individuals experience unique barriers and challenges in negotiating health‐care systems due to the cisnormative attitudes and practices which obstruct the receipt of trans‐inclusive care. To date, there has been little exploration of older trans consumers’ experiences of contemporary health‐care services when seeking to transition medically in later life.ObjectivesQualitative findings are presented from a study of trans ageing and trans‐related health and social care needs in Wales, UK (2016‐18). The objectives are to (1) examine supportive and obstructive points of interaction with health‐care professionals, and (2) identify key learning messages for improving trans‐related health care from the perspectives of trans‐identifying adults in later life.DesignTrans‐identifying participants self‐selected to take part in two interviews—a life‐history interview and a semi‐structured interview. Interview data were analysed thematically using the framework method approach.Setting and participantsThis paper focuses on the accounts of 19 participants (50‐74 years of age) who identified as trans and were seeking to transition medically in mid‐ to later life.ResultsFindings indicate how older trans patients are positioned as reluctant educators for GPs in primary care settings and illustrate the transphobic practices and cisnormative assumptions encountered across health‐care interactions and systems that impede their journey of transitioning in later life.Discussion and conclusionsMessages from this study speak to the importance of improving professionals’ knowledge of gender identity diversity across the life course and making changes at a systemic level in redressing cisnormative assumptions and systems that reinforce inequities on the basis of gender identity.
The human T‐cell receptor repertoire in health and disease and potential for omics integration
Authors: Watkins Thomas S , Miles John J 
Published: July 2020

AbstractThe adaptive immune system arose 600 million years ago in a cold‐blooded fish. Over countless generations, our antecedents tuned the function of the T‐cell receptor (TCR). The TCR system is arguably the most complex known to science. The TCR evolved hypervariability to fight the hypervariability of pathogens and cancers that look to consume our resources. This review describes the genetics and architecture of the human TCR and highlights surprising new discoveries over the past years that have disproved very old dogmas. The standardization of TCR sequencing data is discussed in preparation for big data bioinformatics and predictive analysis. We next catalogue new signatures and phenomenon discovered by TCR next generation sequencing (NGS) in health and disease and work that remain to be done in this space. Finally, we discuss how TCR NGS can add to immunodiagnostics and integrate with other omics platforms for both a deeper understanding of TCR biology and its use in the clinical setting.
NOD1 and NOD2 in inflammatory and infectious diseases
Authors: Trindade Bruno C. , Chen Grace Y. 
Published: July 2020

AbstractIt has been long recognized that NOD1 and NOD2 are critical players in the host immune response, primarily by their sensing bacterial peptidoglycan‐conserved motifs. Significant advances have been made from efforts that characterize their upstream activators, assembly of signaling complexes, and activation of downstream signaling pathways. Disruption in NOD1 and NOD2 signaling has also been associated with impaired host defense and resistance to the development of inflammatory diseases. In this review, we will describe how NOD1 and NOD2 sense microbes and cellular stress to regulate host responses that can affect disease pathogenesis and outcomes.
Trans fatty acid elimination policy in member states of the Eurasian Economic Union: Implementation challenges and capacity for enforcement
Authors: Demin Andrey , Løge Bianca , Zhiteneva Olga , Nishida Chizuru , Whiting Stephen , Rippin Holly , Delles Christian , Karymbaeva Saliya , Wickramasinghe Kremlin , Breda João 
Published: July 2020

AbstractRemoving trans fatty acids (TFAs) from the food supply in the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) are one of the most effective public health interventions for reducing the risk of noncommunicable diseases. EAEU Member States have taken important steps to reduce TFA in oil and fat products to <2% of the total fat content. The authors summarize existing policies in the region, identify challenges in implementation, and suggest measures to strengthen regulation to achieve compliance with WHO guidelines. Documents published between 2011 and 2019 in Russian and English were reviewed, including EAEU and Member State restrictions on TFA in food products, data on TFA content in foods, and food labeling policies. The EAEU has established TFA limits in oil and fat products; however, Member States are currently not achieving the WHO guideline of <2% of total fat content in food products. A lack of harmonized monitoring systems and sanctions create challenges in monitoring compliance. The authors recommend developing an EAEU‐wide monitoring system to test TFA content and organize population intake surveys. Discrepancies exist within regulatory frameworks that allow higher levels of TFAs in dairy products and infant formula. The authors recommend extending the current regulation to mandate TFA limits for all food products. Research found that strengthening regulation to meet the WHO guidelines should be prioritized. Member States should implement actions to replace TFAs with healthier fats, develop standardized surveillance methods, and scale‐up strategic communication to ensure the food industry and the public follow public health recommendations to protect the health of the EAEU population.
Association of Use of Contract Nurses With Hospitalized Patient Pressure Injuries and Falls
Authors: Ferguson Alice , Bradywood Alison , Williams Barbara , Blackmore C. Craig 
Published: July 2020

AbstractBackgroundHospital‐acquired pressure injuries (HAPIs) and falls are outcomes sensitive to quality of nursing care. Use of contract (traveler) nurses varies among organizations, but there is little research on the effect of contract nurses on nurse‐sensitive outcomes.ObjectivesTo explore the relationship between use of contract nurses and two key nurse‐sensitive outcomes, HAPIs and falls.Research DesignThis was a cross‐sectional study of unit‐level nursing, patient, and hospital factors versus HAPIs and falls from a national nursing data consortium from 2015 to 2016. We used cluster analysis to identify similar units, and compared outcomes between clusters.Subjects605 nursing units in 166 hospitals, 3.2 patients per nurse, and 5.3% contract nurses.MeasuresPrevalence and incidence of HAPIs and number of falls, adjusted by patient days.ResultsFor both prevalence and incidence of HAPIs, there was a statistically significant difference between the five independent cluster groups (p = .012 and p = .001, respectively). The cluster with the highest percentage of nurse travelers (>7%) had the highest HAPI prevalence (0.84%) and incidence (0.055 per 1,000 patient days) despite higher nurse staffing, compared to HAPI prevalence of 0.32% and incidence of 0.017 per 1,000 patient days in the cluster with the lowest percentage of nurse travelers (<2%). We did not identify a consistent relationship between use of contract nurses and falls.ConclusionsUse of contract nurses was associated with higher HAPI prevalence and incidence, independent of staffing levels.Clinical RelevanceOur results suggest that institutions should either minimize the use of contract nurses, or engage in extensive training to confirm that contract nurses have understanding of the institutional practices around HAPIs.
Dichotomous Thinking and Personality Traits: From the Viewpoints of the Big Five and HEXACO1,2
Authors: Mieda Takahiro , Oshio Atsushi 
Published: July 2020

AbstractDichotomous thinking is a feature of certain personality traits, such as the Dark Triad and Cluster B personality disorders, which commonly reflect a fast life history strategy. The Big Five and HEXACO personality models are useful for understanding the personality structure and individual differences in life history strategy. Our study aimed to shed light on the propensity for dichotomous thinking using the framework of the Big Five and HEXACO personality models. Participants (n = 229) completed the Dichotomous Thinking Inventory, the 60‐item HEXACO Personality Inventory – Revised, and the Ten‐Item Personality Inventory. We examined correlations between dichotomous thinking and each domain of the Big Five and HEXACO personality models, and then computed multiple correlations predicting total and dimensional scores on the propensity for dichotomous thinking with scores on the Big Five and HEXACO personality traits. Results indicated that dichotomous thinking tendency is characterized by the set of low Agreeableness and Honesty–Humility. This study suggests that dichotomous thinking has antagonistic characteristics and a linkage to the fast life history strategy.
Feasibility of the single‐incision subxiphoid approach for video‐assisted thoracoscopic surgery in dogs
Authors: Gordo I. , Hubers M. , Bird F. G. , Camarasa J. J. , Richard M. , de Vicente F. , Vallefuoco R. , Brissot H. N. 
Published: July 2020

ObjectivesTo report early results of uniportal video‐assisted thoracoscopic surgery in dogs using a single‐incision subxiphoid approach.Materials and MethodsRetrospective study of 10 client‐owned dogs with: pyothorax (n=5), pericardial effusion (n=2), bilateral pneumothorax (n=1), retained surgical swab (n=1), cranial mediastinal mass (n=1). With the dog in dorsal recumbency a 3‐4 cm incision was made over the xiphoid process. After resection of the xiphoid process, a tunnel was created towards the pleura and open access maintained with an Alexis™ wound retractor. The pleural cavity was explored with a 10 mm 30° or 5 mm 0° telescope and straight laparoscopic instruments.ResultsMedian surgical time was 75 minutes. The SISA technique was performed successfully in five of 10 cases and allowed easy and adequate inspection of the intra‐thoracic structures. One case was converted to lateral thoracotomy after laceration of the vena cava and one converted to median sternotomy because of adhesions. An additional port was placed in three cases to facilitate triangulation and surgical manipulation. No other intra‐operative complications were encountered.Clinical SignificanceIn this initial report of uniportal thoracic approach in dogs, this technique allowed excellent access and treatment of mediastinal structures. Further cases are required to assess its suitability for pulmonary surgery.
Diagnostic cut‐off value for Aspergillus fumigatus‐ and flavus‐specific IgG with clinical relevance in chronic pulmonary Aspergillus infection: A pilot study in Taiwan
Authors: Huang Shiang‐Fen , Li Shi‐Yi , Chan Yu‐Jiun , Huang Yu‐Chi , Yang Ying‐Ying , Wang Fu‐Der 
Published: July 2020

AbstractBackgroundThe diagnostic cut‐off value for chronic pulmonary Aspergillosis (CPA) by Aspergillus fumigatus‐specific IgG has never been evaluated In Taiwan. The cut‐off value for Aspergillus flavus‐specific IgG has not been evaluated worldwide.ObjectivesEvaluate diagnostic cut‐off value of Aspergillus IgG and its application characteristics.Patients/MethodsBlood from control groups and treatment‐naïve patients with CPA infections was collected for Aspergillus‐specific IgG measurements. Controls were patients who had chest radiographic abnormalities and signs of respiratory tract infection, but were negative for Aspergillus and resolved without anti‐mould therapy. Confirmation and probability of CPA were defined according to radiological features and positivity for an Aspergillus or galactomannan index. Chest computer tomography patterns were recorded for the presence of aspergilloma or nodules, subacute invasive aspergillosis, chronic cavitary pulmonary aspergillosis and chronic fibrotic pulmonary aspergillosis.ResultsA total of 35 cases and 50 disease controls were included. The levels of A. fumigatus‐ and A. flavus‐specific IgG correlated with CPA progression (P < .05) but not with the presence of Aspergillus species from clinical specimens (P > .05). The best cut‐off value for A. fumigatus IgG was 21.7 mg/L with area under curve (AUC) for receiver operating characteristic curve (ROC) 0.934 and had 85.7% sensitivity and 92.0% specificity. For A. flavus IgG, the best cut‐off value was 22.1 mgA/L and the AUC was 0.928 with 88.2% sensitivity and 94.1% specificity.ConclusionThe level of Aspergillus‐specific IgG correlated with radiographic characteristics in patients with CPA and the best cut‐off values compared to controls were 21.7 mgA/L for A. fumigatus‐specific IgG and 22.1 mgA/L for A. flavus‐specific IgG.
A unique case of myasthenia gravis mimicking Garcin’s syndrome
Authors: Tadokoro Koh , Hishikawa Nozomi , Ikegami Ken , Nomura Emi , Kawahara Yuko , Omote Yoshio , Takemoto Mami , Yamashita Toru , Abe Koji 
Published: July 2020

AbstractHere, we report a unique case of myasthenia gravis (MG) mimicking Garcin's syndrome. A 59‐year‐old man developed right‐dominant bilateral blepharoptosis and impaired ocular movement, decreased tactile sensation and mild weakness on the right side of his face, dysarthria, dysphagia, and impaired movement of the right soft palate. Malignant neoplasm was not detected, and he was diagnosed with MG, based on a positive anti‐acetylcholine receptor‐antibody, a waning phenomenon in right repetitive nerve stimulation, and a positive edrophonium test. The present case suggests that Garcin's‐like syndrome could be a possible case of MG, although it is a rare manifestation.
Inequality in Human Development across the Globe
Authors: Permanyer Iñaki , Smits Jeroen 
Published: July 2020

AbstractThe Human Development Index is the world's most famous indicator of the level of development of societies. A disadvantage of this index is however that only national values are available, whereas within many countries huge subnational variation in development exists. We therefore have developed the Subnational Human Development Index (SHDI), which shows within‐country variation in human development across the globe. Covering more than 1,600 regions within 161 countries, the SHDI and its underlying dimension indices provide a 10 times higher resolution picture of human development than previously available. The newly observed within‐country variation is particularly strong in low‐ and middle‐developed countries. Education disparities explain most SHDI inequality within low‐developed countries, and standard of living differences are most important within the more highly developed ones. Strong convergence forces operating both across and within countries have compensated the inequality enhancing force of population growth. These changes will shape the twenty‐first century agenda of scientists and policy‐makers concerned with global distributive justice.