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Evaluation of framework for determining valuers preparedness for intellectual property valuation practice: perspectives from Lagos property market, Nigeria
Authors: Olaleye Abel , Ekpo Immaculata Anthony , Babatunde Theophilus Olugbenga 
Published: December 2024

PurposeAs part of steps toward providing valuation clients with requisite information on the preparedness of practitioners for intellectual property (IP) valuation, this study developed and evaluated a framework for determining the preparedness of practitioners for IP valuation.Design/methodology/approachThe developed framework built on ideas from past related studies and was evaluated by estate surveyors and valuers (ESVs) in Lagos property market, Nigeria. Through online survey, 125 ESVs participated in evaluating the framework. The professionals evaluated the significance, to preparedness, of 32 variables components of 5 main preparedness framework’s indicators. The variables were rated on a five-point Likert scale, ranging from 1 to 5 with 1 representing Not at all important and 5, Highly important. The data obtained were transposed into preparedness scales and relative important index (RII) using mean rating.FindingsThe result showed that four of the five main indicators in the developed framework were judged to be important in the measurement of practitioners’ preparedness for IP valuation. These are sensitisation and awareness of practitioners about IP valuation, training and education at tertiary institutions level, acquisition of informational materials and further professionals training. The fifth indicator (the presence of regulatory and clients’ support) was considered only moderately important. The study concluded that the developed framework, when applied, should be sufficient to establish practitioners’ (ESVs) level of preparedness for IP valuation in the study area and similar markets elsewhere.Practical implicationsThe study has implication for the education and training of IP valuation practitioners. It will also serve as impetus for further study in the area of IP valuation, particularly with respect to measuring valuers’ preparedness, in the developing countries.Originality/valueThis study presents one of the few attempts at developing a framework for determining preparedness of practitioners for IP valuation in developing countries; a step which is expected to stimulate further actions towards full IP valuation practice.
Inclusive mapping of sustainable finance and accounting: a bibliometric review
Authors: Lin Zijun , Ma Chaoqun , Weber Olaf , Ren Yi-Shuai 
Published: December 2024

Purpose
The purpose of this study is to map the intellectual structure of sustainable finance and accounting (SFA) literature by identifying the influential aspects, main research streams and future research directions in SFA.

Design/methodology/approach
The results are obtained using bibliometric citation analysis and content analysis to conduct a bibliometric review of the intersection of sustainable finance and sustainable accounting using a sample of 795 articles published between 1991 and November 2023.

Findings
The most influential factors in the SFA literature are identified, highlighting three primary areas of research: corporate social responsibility and environmental disclosure; financial and economic performance; and regulations and standards.

Practical implications
SFA has experienced rapid development in recent years. The results identify the current research domain, guide potential future research directions, serve as a reference for SFA and provide inspiration to policymakers.

Social implications
SFA typically encompasses sustainable corporate business practices and investments. This study contributes to broader social impacts by promoting improved corporate practices and sustainability.

Originality/value
This study expands on previous research on SFA. The authors identify significant aspects of the SFA literature, such as the most studied nations, leading journals, authors and trending publications. In addition, the authors provide an overview of the three major streams of the SFA literature and propose various potential future research directions, inspiring both academic research and policymaking.
Updated genetic background of generalized pustular psoriasis as an autoinflammatory keratinization disease
Authors: Akiyama Masashi 
Published: December 2024

AbstractGeneralized pustular psoriasis (GPP) is a severe autoinflammatory keratinization disease (AiKD) characterized by acute flares of widespread sterile pustules and high fever. GPP is potentially life‐threatening. Recently clarified genetic predisposing factors for GPP suggest that the excessive activation of innate immune pathways in the skin, including of interleukin (IL)‐1 and IL‐36 signaling, plays a significant role in the GPP pathogenesis. IL36RN, CARD14, AP1S3, MPO, SERPINA3, BTN3A3, and MEFV have been identified as GPP‐related genes. The pathogenesis of GPP provoked by variants in these seven genes is tightly associated with the excessive activation of innate immune pathways and the resulting autoinflammation in the skin. Various biologics, including inhibitors for the tumor necrosis factor, IL‐17, and IL‐23 pathways, are used as treatments for GPP. The new understanding of the genetic background of GPP, mentioned above, indicates that the genetic predisposing factors are predominantly related to the excessive activation of innate immunity and autoinflammation. In this context, inhibitors of inflammatory signaling, including of the IL‐1 and IL‐36 pathways, have been used in clinical practice and investigated as potential future therapies.
Constraints of C‐O‐Sr Isotope and Elemental Geochemistry on Carbonate Sedimentary System Paleoenvironments of the Middle Jurassic Hepingxiang Formation, Western Simao Basin
Authors: LOU Pengcheng , MIAO Zhongying , ZHENG Mianping , LIU Yuanying , FANG Linhao 
Published: December 2024

AbstractWestern Yunnan is an important area for Mesozoic marine strata, development of which helps to reconstruct paleoenvironments in the eastern Tethys. To bring knowledge of eastern Tethys up to that of western Tethys, this study focuses on its sedimentary characteristics and paleoenvironmental significance concentrating on the Xiushan section of the Simao Basin with analyses of the petrology, element geochemistry, and C‐O‐Sr isotopes. Samples are micrite, bioclastic limestone, marl, and mixed calcareous clastic rocks with the 87Sr/86Sr values of limestone ranging from 0.708255 to 0.708933; the δ13C values of the limestone range from –5‰ to +1.5‰ and the δ18O values range from –13.7‰ to –9.1‰. Based on the results, it is concluded that the Middle Jurassic limestones in the Simao Basin were deposited in a tidal flat environment with a strong influence of terrigenous input. At least one transgression event occurred during the depositional period. The paleoclimate as a whole changed from dry hot to humid hot and back to dry hot again. These enriched and improved results provide further data support for a comparison of the paleoenvironments between the eastern and western Tethys.
Origin of Overpressure and its Effect on Hydrocarbon Enrichment in the Hinterland of Junggar Basin, NW China
Authors: HAN Zaihua , LIU Hua , LI Jun , CHENG Bin , ZHANG Hongrui , MENG Xiangyu 
Published: December 2024

AbstractOverpressure is widely developed in deep petroliferous strata in the hinterland of the Junggar Basin. However, a comprehensive understanding of its origin and effect on hydrocarbon distribution and enrichment remains lacking. In this study, we employ five empirical methods and comprehensive geological analysis to identify the origin of overpressure, and uncover the effect of overpressure on hydrocarbon enrichment. The results indicate that disequilibrium compaction is not a significant factor in overpressure generation. Instead, hydrocarbon generation, pressure transfer and diagenesis are the primary causes. The empirical methods support this conclusion. There is a positive correlation between overpressure intensity and source rock thickness and maturity. Notably, widespread cross‐formational migration of hydrocarbon bearing fluid occurred, with sandstone overpressure exceeding that of adjacent shale in non‐source strata. Furthermore, there is a distinct transformation from smectite to illite near the top of overpressure. Hydrocarbon generation pressurization and pressure transfer significantly effect hydrocarbon enrichment. The overpressure caused by hydrocarbon generation drives hydrocarbon migration and accumulation, establishing an optimal energy configuration between reservoir and cap rock. Faults play a crucial role in hydrocarbon vertical migration and pressure relief. The overpressure in reservoirs can reduce the porosity and permeability thresholds and enhance the charging capacity of oil and gas.
Review of the Triassic Curvicubitidae (Insecta: Hemiptera), with Description of New Material from China
Authors: ZHANG Qianqi , JARZEMBOWSKI Edmund A. , WANG Bo , ZHANG Haichun 
Published: December 2024

AbstractThe Curvicubitidae is a Triassic cicada family with some taxa systematically debatable. Here a new curvicubitid species, Beaconiella tongchuanensis sp. nov., is established from the Middle Triassic Tongchuan Entomofauna in NW China. Restudy of the two Australian species of Beaconiella Evans, 1963 (B. fennahi and B. multivenata) confirms that they are different species and first reveals the hindwing venation of B. multivenata. A detailed restudy of Curvicubitus triassicus Hong, 1984 confirms the treatment of Curvicubitus as a junior synonym of Beaconiella. A key to all the six species of Beaconiella in Curvicubitidae is first given. Although reported from only three sites, the family Curvicubitidae potentially was globally distributed during the Middle–Late Triassic, implying that this family probably originated as early as the Early Triassic or even the Permian.
Age‐Dependent Bi‐Phasic Dynamics of Ly49+CD8+ Regulatory T Cell Population
Authors: Srinivasan Saranya , Mishra Shruti , Fan Kenneth Ka‐Ho , Wang Liwen , Im John , Segura Courtney , Mukherjee Neelam , Huang Gang , Rao Manjeet , Ma Chaoyu , Zhang Nu 
Published: December 2024

ABSTRACTAging is tightly associated with reduced immune protection but increased risk of autoimmunity and inflammatory conditions. Regulatory T cells are one of the key cells to maintaining immune homeostasis. The age‐dependent changes in CD4+Foxp3+ regulatory T cells (Tregs) have been well documented. However, the nonredundant Foxp3−CD8+ Tregs were never examined in the context of aging. This study first established clear distinctions between phenotypically overlapping CD8+ Tregs and virtual memory T cells. Then, we elucidated the dynamics of CD8+ Tregs across the lifespan in mice and further extended our investigation to human peripheral blood mononuclear cells (PBMCs). In mice, we discovered a bi‐phasic dynamic shift in the frequency of CD8+CD44hiCD122hiLy49+ Tregs, with a steady increase in young adults and a notable peak in middle age followed by a decline in older mice. Transcriptomic analysis revealed that mouse CD8+ Tregs upregulated a selected set of natural killer (NK) cell‐associated genes, including NKG2D, with age. Importantly, NKG2D might negatively regulate CD8+ Tregs. Additionally, by analyzing a scRNA‐seq dataset of human PBMC, we found a distinct CD8+ Treg‐like subset (Cluster 10) with comparable age‐dependent frequency changes and gene expression, suggesting a conserved aging pattern in CD8+ Treg across mice and humans. In summary, our findings highlight the importance of CD8+ Tregs in immune regulation and aging.
Computed Tomographic Assessment of the Main Abdominal Vessels in Dogs
Authors: Vincken G. , Esmans M. , Porato M. , Hamaide A. , Noël S. , Joscht M. , Massart L. , Sandersen C. , Bolen G. 
Published: December 2024

ABSTRACTComputed tomographic (CT) characterisation of abdominal vessels is poorly studied. The objectives of this retrospective study were to assess during growth, by CT angiography, the evolution of the aorta (Ao), caudal vena cava (CVC), portal vein (PV), length of the second lumbar vertebra (L2) and different ratios between these structures; and to determine the influence of weight and age on the vessels' sizes and ratios. The first group included six beagles scanned every month from 4 to 12 months old, then every 3 months up to 24 months old. The second group included 26 dogs of different breeds and weights that were considered haemodynamically normal. These dogs were divided into three weight intervals: < 10, 10–30 and > 30 kg. The measurements were repeated three times by three operators. The diameter of the Ao, CVC and PV, the aortic length and the L2 length increased up to 7 months. Similarly, the different ratios, such as CVC/Ao, VP/Ao, Ao/L2 and CVC/L2, were variable up to 7 months old and became stable after 7 months. The diameter of the Ao, CVC and PV, the previously cited ratios and L2 length were variable between weight intervals but stable within one interval. The adult vascular standards and ratios published in the literature should not be used in medium‐size dogs younger than 7 months old. As variability is observed between the weight intervals, measurements should be used with care in very small or very large dogs.
Corticosteroids plus metformin versus corticosteroids as front‐line treatment for patients with newly diagnosed ITP and pre‐existing type 2 diabetes mellitus: A multicentre propensity score‐matched study
Authors: Hou Xi‐ran , Yan Zhen‐yu , Liu Shuang , Gao Na , Chen Jian , Wang Ya‐wen , Wang Liang , Li Zhao , Wang Xin‐ru , Dong Qiao‐feng , Wang Qiu‐yan , Sun Lin , Wang Yan‐ming , Ma Ji , Zhao Ya‐jing , Xu Zhi‐long , Cao Cong‐cong , Peng Jun , Hou Ming , Liu Xin‐guang 
Published: December 2024

SummaryCorticosteroids are the standard first‐line treatment for primary immune thrombocytopenia (ITP), with a high initial response but unsatisfactory sustained response (SR). Additionally, corticosteroids usually lead to hyperglycaemia especially in patients with pre‐existing type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM). Besides reducing the blood glucose levels, metformin was found to have immunomodulatory effects. We hereby conducted a multicentre propensity score matching analysis of corticosteroids plus metformin versus corticosteroids for newly diagnosed ITP patients with pre‐existing T2DM. After matching at a ratio of 1:1, there were 57 patients in each group. Baseline characteristics, comorbidities and other medications including concurrent hypoglycaemic medications were balanced between the two groups. No statistical difference was observed in the initial response rate at day 14. It was notable that patients in the metformin group had a significantly higher SR rate and longer duration of response compared to the non‐metformin group. Metformin inclusion was associated with a higher incidence of stomach upset, which were generally tolerable. Our study provided evidence that the addition of metformin to corticosteroids might be a promising front‐line treatment for newly diagnosed ITP patients with pre‐existing T2DM.
Entomologists' knowledge of, and attitudes towards, insect welfare in research and education
Authors: Barrett Meghan , Drewery Merritt , Fischer Bob 
Published: December 2024

Abstract
A review of recent research on insect neurobiology and behaviour suggests there is a realistic possibility of sentience in at least some insects at some life stages. As a result, there has been growing interest in insect welfare by many academics, with a particular focus on farming and research.
To date, however, there has been little research on what entomologists believe about insect welfare. Moreover, there has not been any research on how entomologists may address their own concerns regarding insect welfare.
In this study, we sourced practices for improving insect welfare in research and education from professional entomologists during workshops at the 2023 national meetings of the Entomological Society of America and Royal Entomological Society. Then, we developed a survey to assess the knowledge, attitudes and practices of entomologists regarding insect welfare (n = 114).
Further, we asked survey participants to assess the six practices that their colleagues proposed—ranging from voluntary, individual‐level guidance through nationally‐coordinated, mandated ethics review—based on (1) the perceived efficacy of each practice to address a variety of welfare‐related concerns, (2) difficulty of implementation, and (3) the likely support for each practice among entomologists.
Entomologists self‐reported little training or familiarity with insect welfare but believed training on the topic was important, especially when early in their careers. Entomologists believed the community would be more supportive of voluntary strategies even if mandatory strategies would be more likely to be effective in addressing welfare‐related concerns (though they were expected to be more difficult to implement).
We conclude by describing the implications of our findings for a large swath of stakeholders, including scientific societies/journals, academic institutions, funders and policymakers, and principal investigators.
Comparison of Conservation Strategies for California Channel Island Oak (Quercus tomentella) Using Climate Suitability Predicted From Genomic Data
Authors: Mead Alayna , Fitz‐Gibbon Sorel , Knapp John , Sork Victoria L. 
Published: December 2024

ABSTRACTManagement strategies, such as assisted gene flow, can increase resilience to climate change in tree populations. Knowledge of evolutionary history and genetic structure of species are needed to assess the risks and benefits of different strategies. Quercus tomentella, or Island Oak, is a rare oak restricted to six Channel Islands in California, United States, and Baja California, Mexico. Previous work has shown that Island Oaks on each island are genetically differentiated, but it is unclear whether assisted gene flow could enable populations to tolerate future climates. We performed whole‐genome sequencing on Island Oak individuals and Q. chrysolepis, a closely related species that hybridizes with Island Oak (127 total), to characterize genetic structure and introgression across its range and assess the relationship between genomic variation and climate. We introduce and assess three potential management strategies with different trade‐offs between conserving historic genetic structure and enabling populations to survive changing climates: the status quo approach; ecosystem preservation approach, which conserves the trees and their associated biodiversity; and species preservation approach, which conserves the species. We compare the impact of these approaches on predicted maladaptation to climate using Gradient Forest. We also introduce a climate suitability index to identify optimal pairs of seed sources and planting sites for approaches involving assisted gene flow. We found one island (Santa Rosa) that could benefit from the ecosystem preservation approach and also serve as a species preservation site. Overall, we find that both the ecosystem and species preservation approaches will do better than the status quo approach. If preserving Island Oak ecosystems is the goal, assisted dispersal into multiple sites could produce adapted populations. If the goal is to preserve a species, the Santa Rosa population would be suitable. This case study both illustrates viable conservation strategies for Island Oak and introduces a framework for tree conservation.
Nutritional value and fermentability of sorghum silages grown in the Amazon biome
Authors: de Souza Juliana Maria Silva , Neto Arthur Behling , da Rosa Maria Antônia Bortolucci , Tardin Flávio Dessaune , Galati Rosemary Lais , Chaves Carla Silva , Pereira Dalton Henrique 
Published: December 2024

AbstractIn recent years, agricultural production systems have intensified, making it necessary to improve the food supplied to animals, where sorghum silage is one of the most commonly used roughages. The sorghum genotypes present significant differences in dry matter losses, fermentative profiles and nutritional values, allowing the identification of materials with high potential for producing high‐quality silages that meet the dietary demands of ruminants and are recommended for use. Therefore, this work aimed to evaluate silages from 15 sorghum genotypes for different purposes to identify materials that could be recommended for silage production in the Amazon biome. The experiment was carried out in Sinop/MT to evaluate the fermentative characteristics and chemical composition of the sorghum silages. Fifteen sorghum genotypes, 15F30005, 15F30006, CMSXS 5027, 5030, 5043, 5045, 201934B008, CMSXS 7501, BRS 658, BRS 659, Volumax, BRS 511, BRS Ponta Negra, BRS 716 and AGRI‐002E, were ensiled in experimental silos with six replications per treatment. For the content of NH3‐N, BRS 658 and BRS 659 had the lowest average, 29.9 g NH3‐N/kg total N. The highest average dry matter content was from BRS 658, BRS 659, AGRI‐002E and BRS 716, at 295.0 g/kg. The highest average crude protein content of 78.1 g/kg dry matter (DM) was obtained from BRS658 and BRS 659. For lignin, BRS 659, Volumax, Ponta Negra, 15F30006, CMSXS 5027 and CMSXS 5030 had the lowest average value, 49.5 g/kg DM. All the genotypes evaluated presented characteristics suitable for ensiling. The materials with the highest nutritional value were the commercial varieties BRS 658, BRS 659 and Ponta Negra. The experimental varieties 15F30005, CMSXS 5027 and CMSXS 5030 demonstrated similar nutritional values to the commercial varieties, making them promising candidates for future release, commercialization and use in animal feed silage.