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Restoring body image after cancer (ReBIC): A group therapy intervention
Authors: Esplen Mary Jane , Warner Ellen , Boquiren Virginia , Wong Jiahui , Toner Brenda 
Published: January 2020

AbstractObjectivesBody image (BI) remains a significant survivorship challenge among breast cancer (BC) survivors. We describe an 8‐week group intervention—restoring body image after cancer (ReBIC)—developed to target BI distress for BC survivors.MethodsThe intervention was informed by interviews with BC survivors and by a descriptive, exploratory approach which adapted guided imagery exercises to address BI. Educational material was selected to address sociocultural factors that may contribute to BI distress and affect adjustment. Videotape reviews and content analyses further refined the intervention.ResultsThe intervention incorporates three active components: psychotherapeutic group principles; guided imagery exercises to address BI; and psychoeducation on relevant socialization factors and gender‐based messages internalized by women in Western society. The therapeutic group was a supportive and effective way to assist BC survivors to gain insight on BI impacts, their histories, and relevant sociocultural factors contributing to BI distress. The group also facilitated the working through of grief over multiple losses. Guided imagery was well‐received, and appeared to help survivors identify negative and emerging self‐schema, as well as facilitate new self‐views. Specific themes included negative emotions associated with an altered body and self, grief and loss, isolation, difficulties with sexual intimacy, relationship challenges, and uncertainty around sense of self and future.ConclusionAn empirically tested group therapy intervention is described and has implications for survivorship programs to help address BI‐related challenges. Future work could consider testing a similar approach tailored for other cancer populations.
Vacuum ultraviolet spectroscopy of cold atmospheric pressure plasma jets
Authors: Golda Judith , Biskup Beatrix , Layes Vincent , Winzer Tristan , Benedikt Jan 
Published: January 2020

AbstractDue to elevated pressure, cold atmospheric pressure plasmas generate excimer species, which can emit highly energetic photons, thus transferring energy inside the discharge and to treated substrates. However, they are difficult to assess, as they are absorbed by air or window material. Here, we present a method to measure vacuum ultraviolet photons using a monochromator with an aerodynamic window. The emission spectra of a radiofrequency‐excited atmospheric plasma jet were analyzed for typical gas mixtures. The data indicate that helium excimers contribute notably to the excitation of molecular and atomic species. The emission intensities do not follow densities of ground‐state species, underlining the variety of excitation channels and the change of the electron energy distribution function under changing gas composition.
Gas‐Generating, pH‐Responsive Calcium Carbonate Hybrid Particles with Biomimetic Coating for Contrast‐Enhanced Ultrasound Imaging
Authors: Vidallon Mark Louis P. , Douek Alon M. , Quek Adam , McLiesh Heather , Kaslin Jan , Tabor Rico F. , Bishop Alexis I. , Teo Boon Mian 
Published: January 2020

AbstractThis work reports the fabrication of biocompatible and pH‐sensitive hybrid polydopamine/bovine serum albumin/calcium carbonate (PDA/BSA/CaCO3) particles via a rapid precipitation method. These hybrid particles generate hyperechogenic carbon dioxide bubbles upon exposure to low pH environments, making them ideal as a contrast agent and detector for tumor cells. This study also highlights the application of red blood cell membrane (RBC)‐derived membranes as a biomimetic coating for PDA/BSA/CaCO3 hybrid particles in order to modulate protein corona formation, a natural physiological response that alters tailored properties of most nanomaterials that are administered systemically. Results of this work demonstrate that the RBC membrane‐coated hybrid particles are ideal for a wide range of biomedical applications, such as noninvasive multimodal imaging, photothermal and photodynamic therapy, and “personalized” drug delivery systems.
In utero exposure to pre‐eclampsia as an independent risk factor for long‐term respiratory disease
Authors: Nahum Sacks Kira , Friger Michael , Shoham‐Vardi Ilana , Sergienko Ruslan , Landau Daniella , Sheiner Eyal 
Published: January 2020

AbstractIntroductionPre‐eclampsia has a considerable effect on the intrauterine environment, yet not much is understood about how this impacts the respiratory health of the offspring. The aim of the present study is to determine if pre‐eclampsia correlates with a higher incidence of respiratory disease in the offspring.MethodsThis cohort study assessed the differences in respiratory disease patterns between singletons born to mothers with and without pre‐eclampsia. The study was conducted between 1991 and 2014 in a regional tertiary medical center. A generalized estimating equation (GEE) model was used to control for confounders and maternal clusters.Results253 808 deliveries were included in the study. Of these, 3.0% were to mothers diagnosed with pre‐eclampsia (n = 7660), 0.9% with severe pre‐eclampsia (n = 2366), and 0.03% with eclampsia (n = 81). A significant linear association was noted between the severity of the pre‐eclampsia (no pre‐eclampsia, mild, severe pre‐eclampsia, and eclampsia) and respiratory disease of the offspring (5.7%, vs 6.0% vs 7.3% vs 9.9%, respectively; P = .003). The offspring of mothers who developed pre‐eclampsia had significantly higher rates of asthma (1.1%, vs 1.3% vs 1.4% vs 1.2% correspondingly; P = .018). In the GEE model, controlling for gestational diabetes, maternal age, gestational age, and length of follow up, pre‐eclampsia was found to be an independent risk factor for respiratory morbidity in the offspring (adjusted odds ratio = 1.32; 95% confidence interval, 1.21‐1.45).ConclusionExposure to maternal pre‐eclampsia is an independent risk factor for long‐term respiratory morbidity in the offspring. Specifically, the prenatal exposure to pre‐eclampsia was significantly associated with asthma of the offspring.
Improving the ARL profile and the accuracy of its calculation for Poisson EWMA charts
Authors: Cabral Morais Manuel , Knoth Sven 
Published: January 2020

AbstractThe Poisson exponentially weighted moving average (PEWMA) chart was proposed in 1998 by Borror, Champ, and Rigdon to monitor the mean of counts of nonconformities. This chart regrettably fails to have an in‐control average run length (ARL) larger than any out‐of‐control ARL, ie, the PEWMA chart is ARL‐biased. Moreover, due to the discrete character of its control statistic the PEWMA chart and the resulting subtleties of its ARL calculation, it is difficult to set the control limits in such way that the in‐control ARL takes a desired value, say
. In this paper, we establish an improved Markov chain technique to approximate the ARL of EWMA for count output; propose two ARL‐unbiased counterparts of the PEWMA chart; and use the R statistical software to provide illustrations of these charts with a decidedly superior ARL profile and an in‐control ARL equal to
. We also compare the ARL performance of the proposed charts with the one of a few competing control charts for the mean of independent and identically distributed (i.i.d.) Poisson counts.
Exponential synchronization of chaotic systems with stochastic noise via periodically intermittent control
Authors: Xu Cong , Tong Dongbing , Chen Qiaoyu , Zhou Wuneng , Xu Yuhua 
Published: January 2020

SummaryThe problem of second‐moment exponential synchronization is discussed for chaotic systems. Different from some existing results, a unified drive‐response system is formulated, which involves stochastic noise and the time‐varying delay. Meanwhile, the feedback controller is presented by the periodically intermittent control. By exploiting the Lyapunov stability theory, the improved reciprocally convex inequality and the Itô formula, several new sufficient conditions are obtained to make two systems synchronized. In addition, the controller is determined by the control period and the control width. Finally, simulation results illustrate that the designed controller achieves the desired performance.
Quantifying soil carbon change in a long‐term tillage and crop rotation study across Iowa landscapes
Authors: Al‐Kaisi Mahdi M. , Kwaw‐Mensah David 
Published: January 2020

AbstractThe dominant cropping system of corn and soybean in the midwestern United States, coupled with use of conventional tillage (CT), has contributed to soil organic carbon (SOC) loss since the conversion of grassland to row crops. This study, conducted at seven sites in Iowa from 2002 to 2014, included five tillage systems: conservation tillage (no tillage [NT], strip‐tillage [ST]) and CT (chisel plow [CP], deep rip [DR], and moldboard plow [MP]) as main treatment and three crop rotations (corn–soybean [C‐S], corn–corn–soybean [C‐C‐S], and continuous corn [C‐C]) as subtreatments in a completely randomized block design with four replications. The objective was to quantify the effect of different tillage intensities and crop rotations on SOC change in different regions in Iowa. The average SOC gain in northern Iowa with NT and ST was 0.33 Mg ha−1 yr−1 over 12 yr with C‐S and C‐C‐S and 0.28 Mg ha−1 yr−1 over 7 yr in the C‐C rotations. The average SOC loss with CP, DR, and MP was −0.34 Mg ha−1 yr−1 with C‐S and C‐C‐S and −0.36 Mg ha−1 yr−1 with C‐C over the same periods. In southern Iowa, NT and ST gained 0.36 Mg ha−1 yr−1 with C‐S and C‐C‐S and 0.33 Mg ha−1 yr−1 with C‐C, whereas CP, DR, and MP on average lost −0.36 Mg ha−1 yr−1 with C‐S and C‐C‐S and −0.34 Mg ha−1 yr−1 with C‐C. The findings also showed that most SOC change (gain or loss) occurred at the top 0–30 cm with no evidence of significant SOC translocation to lower depths.
Context, time, and change: Historical approaches to entrepreneurship research
Authors: Wadhwani R. Daniel , Kirsch David , Welter Friederike , Gartner William B. , Jones Geoffrey G. 
Published: January 2020

AbstractResearch SummaryWe articulate the value of historical methods and reasoning in strategic entrepreneurship research and theory. We begin by introducing the papers in the special issue, contextualizing each within one of five broader methodological approaches, and elaborating on the applicability of each to other topics in entrepreneurship research. Next, we use the papers to induce a framework for integrating history into entrepreneurship theory. The framework demonstrates how historical assumptions play a formative role in operationalizing time and context in entrepreneurship research. We then show how variations in these treatments of time and context shape theoretical claims about entrepreneurial opportunities, actions, and processes of change. We conclude by discussing why this may be a particularly opportune time for strategic entrepreneurship research to develop a deeper historical sensibility.
Managerial SummaryHistory can serve as an especially important guide to understanding entrepreneurship during moments of change. We draw on articles from the special issue on “Historical Approaches to Entrepreneurship Research” to illustrate different forms of historical reasoning and research about entrepreneurship. Moreover, we use the articles to develop a framework for understanding how historical context and time shape entrepreneurial opportunities, actions, and processes of change. We emphasize, in particular, the value of history in understanding variations in entrepreneurial practices.
Solubility and Bioavailability of Fenofibrate Nanoformulations
Authors: Kumar Raj 
Published: January 2020

AbstractFenofibrate is a poorly water soluble lipid‐regulating drug used to control triglyceride and cholesterol levels in blood plasma. However, due to its poor aqueous solubility, it has poor therapeutic effectiveness. Recently, several approaches based on nanotechnology have been developed to enhance the water solubility, dissolution, bioavailability, and control release of Fenofibrate. However, very few of these innovative formulations have reached the stage of clinical trials and only few have commercialized. Here, we systematically review the techniques such as milling, antisolvent precipitation, sonication, supercritical fluid techniques, electrospray, self‐emulsifying drug delivery, lipid‐based nanoparticle, and silica nanostructure‐based formulation used to enhance bioavailability of Fenofibrate. We have reviewed the progress in Fenofibrate nanoformulations, commercial products, and future challenges for further investigation.
Fabrication and Application of Graphene Supported Diimine‐Palladium Complex Catalyst for Organic Synthesis
Authors: Sun Yunlong , Li Tian 
Published: January 2020

AbstractIn this paper, a diimine palladium complex with suitable steric hindrance of isopropyl groups and electron supply provides excellent protection for palladium active centers was synthesized and anchored on graphene oxide (GO) to obtain a reusable heterogeneous catalyst (Pd‐DI@GO). The XPS results confirmed the effective loading of palladium and the interaction between palladium and ligand. The ICP‐AES data verified the Pd content of catalyst was 5.04 wt% and confirmed extremely small amount Pd leaching in Suzuki reaction (<1 ppm). The Pd‐DI@GO can catalyze Suzuki reaction under milder conditions and afford 39 reactants with high yields (79%∼99%). It can achieve a yield as high as 99% with heterocyclic compound reactants which can poison the catalyst. The yields of double and triple substitutions are also impressive (70∼92%). The Pd‐DI@GO can catalyze the C−H direct arylation reaction efficiently, affording 22 reactants with superior yields (>85%). Notably, the Pd‐DI@GO can be recycled after Suzuki reaction via filtration or centrifugation easily, presenting a yield above 90% for the 4th run.
A Facile Synthesis of Urchin‐Like ZnMn2O4 Architectures with Enhanced Electrochemical Lithium Storage
Authors: Dou Xiaoyong , Chen Ming , Zai Jiantao , Gong Yong , Iqbal Asma , Zhou Qinnan , Dong Boxu , Tsega TsegayeTadesse , Qi Rongrong , Qian Xuefeng 
Published: January 2020

AbstractAs conversion material, ZnMn2O4 has a high theoretical specific capacity as an anode for Lithium‐ion batteries. This paper has designed a facile method to prepare urchin‐like ZnMn2O4 architectures with high quality and well crystallinity. The resultant urchin‐like ZnMn2O4 architectures exhibit high discharge capacity and excellent cycling stability. The initial discharge capacity of urchin‐like ZnMn2O4 architectures is 1167 mAh g−1 at 0.4 A g−1 and the electrode materials could maintain high reversible capacity of 889 mAh g−1 after 150 cycles. Even in the high current density of 1 A g−1, the electrode of urchin‐like ZnMn2O4 can keep a high reversible capacity of 578 mAh g−1 after 300 cycles. The improved electrochemical performance can be ascribed to the urchin‐like architectures of the as‐prepared ZnMn2O4, which could be conducive to the transmission of lithium ions and electrons and provide sufficient void spaces to tolerate the volume change during the Li+ intercalation. These results revealed that as‐prepared urchin‐like ZnMn2O4 architectures would be a promising anode for high performance Lithium‐ion batteries.
Simultaneously Integrating Single Atomic Cobalt Sites and Co9S8 Nanoparticles into Hollow Carbon Nanotubes as Trifunctional Electrocatalysts for Zn–Air Batteries to Drive Water Splitting
Authors: Li Yizhe , Cao Rui , Li Longbin , Tang Xiannong , Chu Tinglin , Huang Bingyu , Yuan Kai , Chen Yiwang 
Published: January 2020

AbstractThe development of rechargeable metal–air batteries and water electrolyzers are highly constrained by electrocatalysts for the oxygen reduction reaction (ORR), oxygen evolution reaction (OER), and hydrogen evolution reaction (HER). However, the construction of efficient trifunctional electrocatalysts for ORR/OER/HER are highly desirable yet challenging. Herein, hollow carbon nanotubes integrated single cobalt atoms with Co9S8 nanoparticles (CoSA + Co9S8/HCNT) are fabricated by a straightforward in situ self‐sacrificing strategy. The structure of the CoSA + Co9S8/HCNT are verified by X‐ray absorption spectroscopy and aberration‐corrected scanning transmission electron microscopy. Theoretical calculations and experimental results embrace the synergistic effects between Co9S8 nanoparticles and single cobalt atoms through optimizing the electronic configuration of the CoN4 active sites to lower the reaction barrier and facilitating the ORR, OER, and HER simultaneously. Consequently, rechargeable liquid and all‐solid‐state flexible Zn–air batteries based on CoSA + Co9S8/HCNT exhibit remarkable stability and excellent power density of 177.33 and 51.85 mW cm−2, respectively, better than Pt/C + RuO2 counterparts. Moreover, the as‐fabricated Zn–air batteries can drive an overall water splitting device assembled with CoSA + Co9S8/HCNT and achieve a current density of 10 mA cm−2 at a low voltage of 1.59 V, also superior to Pt/C + RuO2. Therefore, this work presents a promising approach to an efficient trifunctional electrocatalyst toward practical applications.
Experimental shear tests of reinforced concrete beams with corroded longitudinal reinforcement
Authors: Han Sun‐Jin , Lee Deuckhang , Yi Seong‐Tae , Kim Kang Su 
Published: January 2020

AbstractIn this study, shear tests were conducted to investigate the effect of corrosion damage induced in longitudinal reinforcement on the shear resistance mechanisms of reinforced concrete (RC) members without transverse reinforcement. A total of eight RC beam specimens were carefully designed and fabricated, and accelerated corrosion and typical shear tests were conducted considering various anchorage conditions and corrosion rates that were introduced in the longitudinal tension reinforcement as the key test variables. Test results showed that when the tensile reinforcement was not sufficiently anchored at the end regions of the RC members, the shear strengths of the test specimens decreased as the corrosion rate increased. In contrast, when the longitudinal reinforcement was properly anchored using the hook detail, the shear strengths showed a clear trend of increase, even when the longitudinal reinforcement was severely corroded.
A preliminary experimental feasibility case study of energy upgrade of pellets of lignite and plastic waste mixtures
Authors: Lasithiotakis Michael , Zoumboulakis Loukas , Soulis Spyridon , Simitzis Johannis 
Published: January 2020

AbstractThe calorific value enhancement of lignite by briquetting with novolac resin and plastic wastes is discussed in this work. Mixtures of several types of lignite with novolac as binder, with or without polypropylene, were manufactured in the form of pellets by curing. Pellets were pyrolyzed at 300°C and 500°C, and weight losses were determined. Chemical transformations during curing were studied by Fourier‐transform infrared spectroscopy, and the corresponding changes in the microstructure of the pellets were investigated by optical microscopy. Specimens of cured pellets were tested for their impact resistance index (IRI) and water resistance index (WRI). The incorporation of polypropylene in the pellets leads to an increase of IRI and a decrease of WRI. The calorific value was measured for both cured and pyrolyzed pellets. All pellets exhibit increased lower calorific value compared with raw lignite, indicating an upgrade of their energy content.
Reenvisioning Spelling Instruction: Developmental Word Study Nonnegotiables
Authors: Vines Nora , Jordan Jennifer , Broemmel Amy D. 
Published: January 2020

AbstractSpelling instruction has been researched over the last several decades, but unfortunately, researchers have determined that best practices have not generally transferred to classroom practice. The authors explored how quality word study professional development rooted in nonnegotiable tenets provided a framework for teacher and student construction of knowledge and practice. This work resulted in reframed conceptual knowledge on the part of the teachers and achievement growth on the part of the students.
Forensic intelligence and the analytical process
Authors: Oatley Giles , Chapman Brendan , Speers James 
Published: January 2020

AbstractA review was undertaken of the developments made with integrating forensic evidence into the analytical process to support police investigations. Evidence such as DNA, fingerprints, fibers, accelerants, tyre marks, and so forth, can support to differing degrees the various working theories or hypotheses about the nature of the alleged crime, the persons of interest and the modus operandi. Investigators however, either forensic or detective, bring various biases to evidence capture and analysis, biases which are better understood in the intelligence community. Structured analytical techniques have a long history in intelligence analysis, for example analysis of competing hypotheses, which serves several purposes: information sharing, clarity of communication, and to highlight the common forms of bias brought to bear in an investigation. We illustrate the representation of links based on traces and intelligence, and how these can be stored in databases permitting better “reasoning” with evidence. We also present some recommendations for integration of forensic intelligence into the investigative analytic process and review information systems in this area.This article is categorized under:
Fundamental Concepts of Data and Knowledge > Human Centricity and User Interaction
Application Areas > Society and Culture
Fundamental Concepts of Data and Knowledge > Knowledge Representation
Das Delir beim idiopathischen Parkinson-Syndrom
Authors: Franke C. , Ebersbach G. 
Published: January 2020

Zusammenfassung
Hintergrund
Die Entwicklung eines Delirs im Rahmen eines idiopathischen Parkinson-Syndrom (IPS) ist eine gefürchtete Komplikation, die mit einem hohen Risiko für langanhaltende Verschlechterungen von Motorik und Psychopathologie einhergeht. Bisher liegen nur unzureichende Kenntnisse zu Prävalenz, Inzidenz, Verlauf und Prognose vor. Ebenso fehlen klinische Studien, aus denen sich Empfehlungen zum evidenzbasierten Management des Delirs bei IPS ableiten lassen.

Ziel der Arbeit/Fragestellung
Darstellung des aktuellen wissenschaftlichen Kenntnisstandes des Delirs beim IPS und Sensibilisierung für diese wichtige Krankheitsentität.

Methoden
Die Literatursuche wurde in PubMed durchgeführt.

Ergebnisse
Das IPS ist ein unabhängiger Risikofaktor für die Entwicklung eines Delirs. IPS-Patienten zeigen nach einem Delir anhaltende Verschlechterungen sowohl der Kognition als auch der motorischen Symptomatik.

Diskussion
Bislang existieren keine validierten Bewertungsskalen zur Erkennung und Verlaufsbeurteilung des Delirs beim IPS. Präventive und nichtpharmakologische Maßnahmen sollten konsequent und strukturiert angewandt werden. Die medikamentöse Behandlung mit Quetiapin und Clozapin ist bisher noch unzureichend untersucht, während andere Neuroleptika aufgrund ihrer dopaminantagonistischen Wirkung zur Behandlung des Delirs beim IPS kontraindiziert sind.