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Post hoc closure of large bore vascular access using the MANTA closure device
Authors: Sharma Ravi K. , Poulin Marie‐France , Tamez‐Aguilar Hector , Pinto Duane S. 
Published: April 2020

AbstractSuccessful closure of large bore vascular access (≥12 Fr) is facilitated by the MANTA vascular closure device; however, it requires a critical first step of measuring “skin to arterial wall” depth of the access site using the depth locator before dilating the vessel above 8 Fr. It may be challenging at times to acquire the deployment depth at the onset of the procedure due to case urgency, delayed closure, or when large bore access is obtained at a different institution. We discuss a novel technique of measuring the deployment depth and successful delayed closure of large bore arterial access using the MANTA closure device.
Recent Advances in Layered Tungsten Disulfide as Electrocatalyst for Water Splitting
Authors: Ni Zhiyuan , Wen Hui , Zhang Shengqi , Guo Rui , Su Na , Liu Xuanwen , Liu Chunming 
Published: April 2020

AbstractElectrocatalytic decomposition of water is an effective method to solve the energy and environmental crisis brought about by fossil fuel combustion. Due to its low cost and abundant resources, non‐precious metal catalysts have achieved rapid development and are widely used in the electrolysis of water. Among these catalysts, WS2 is known as a potential candidate for water decomposition catalysts because of its unique physical and chemical properties and crystal structure. Therefore, we summarize the application of WS2 in the field of electrolysis water splitting. First, the crystal structure, the principle of HER/OER, and the performance evaluation parameters are introduced. Then it focuses on the preparation and structure control of WS2, the method, and the mechanism of performance optimization. Finally, the research on theoretical calculations of WS2 and a discussion about the opportunities and challenges of WS2 as electrocatalyst in the future are summarized. To improve the readability of this review, a concise overview at the end of each section gives some of the characteristics and trends of the studies in the corresponding part.
Turning on Catalysis: Construction of Triphenylphosphine Moieties into Porous Frameworks
Authors: Chen Fang , Wang Sai , Sun Qi , Xiao Feng‐Shou 
Published: April 2020

AbstractIn this work, we present an effective strategy to enhance the reactivity and durability of molecular organometallic catalysts by constructing into porous frameworks, as demonstrated by triphenylphosphine (PPh3). Such PPh3 moieties accessible via the porous structures could be partially metalated by Pd species to generate a highly efficient and recyclable heterogeneous catalyst for the Suzuki coupling of aryl chlorides. Site isolation in the rigid framework stabilizes the catalytically active monophosphine‐ligated complex against deactivation into less active assemblies of bisphosphine‐Pd. Meanwhile, the densely populated free ligands inhibit the decomposition of catalytically active sites thereby highlighting the beneficial effects of such a platform. Thus, the tunability of porous polymer synthesis gives great promise to impart numerous organometallic catalysts constituted by readily available ligands with unique reactivity, which are not trivially achievable with traditional systems.
Turning Cell Adhesions ON or OFF with High Spatiotemporal Precision Using the Green Light Responsive Protein CarH
Authors: Xu Dongdong , Ricken Julia , Wegner Seraphine V. 
Published: April 2020

AbstractSpatiotemporal control of integrin‐mediated cell adhesions to extracellular matrix regulates cell behavior with has numerous implications for biotechnological applications. In this work, two approaches for regulating cell adhesions in space and time with high precision are reported, both of which utilize green light. In the first design, CarH, which is a tetramer in the dark, is used to mask cRGD adhesion‐peptides on a surface. Upon green light illumination, the CarH tetramer dissociates into its monomers, revealing the adhesion peptide so that cells can adhere. In the second design, the RGD motif is incorporated into the CarH protein tetramer such that cells can adhere to surfaces functionalized with this protein. The cell adhesions can be disrupted with green light, due to the disassembly of the CarH‐RGD protein. Both designs allow for photoregulation with noninvasive visible light and open new possibilities to investigate the dynamical regulation of cell adhesions in cell biology.
Spatiotemporal Characteristics of Evapotranspiration and Driving Factors in the Bosten Lake Watershed, China
Authors: Tuersun Aierken , Rusuli Yusufujiang , Maimaiti Aizezitiyuemaier , Maitudi Miriayi , Alimu Kadiayi 
Published: April 2020

AbstractThe Bosten Lake watershed investigated in this study has seen significant land cover and climate change. The spatiotemporal relationship between evapotranspiration (ET) and environmental factors remain unclear. In this study, trend analysis and correlation methods are applied to analyze the spatiotemporal characteristics of ET and the relationship between ET and its driving factors using remotely sensed ET data and measured climate data between 2001 and 2018. During the study period, high values of ET primarily occurr in the wetlands of the plain area and the mid‐elevation mountain areas. The ET values show a significantly increasing trend in the different vegetation types due to climate change and other factors. The ET change trend in the study area is in the range of −13.4 to ≈35.9 mm per year; the desert area exhibits a significant decrease and most of the mountain areas show a significantly increasing trend. ET is significantly correlated with land surface temperature, normalized difference vegetation index (NDVI), and solar radiation. The dominant factor affecting ET is NDVI, accounting for 15.2% of the study area. The results of this study highlight the need for appropriate land‐use strategies for managing water resources in arid land ecosystems.
Impact of coronavirus (COVID‐19) on otolaryngologic surgery: Brief commentary
Authors: Bann Darrin V. , Patel Vijay A. , Saadi Robert , Gniady John P. , Goyal Neerav , McGinn Johnathan D. , Goldenberg David 
Published: April 2020

AbstractBackgroundThe Coronavirus disease—2019 (COVID‐19) pandemic is a global health crisis and otolaryngologists are at increased occupational risk of contracting COVID‐19. There are currently no uniform best‐practice recommendations for otolaryngologic surgery in the setting of COVID‐19.MethodsWe reviewed relevant publications and position statements regarding the management of otolaryngology patients in the setting of COVID‐19. Recommendations regarding clinical practice during the severe acute respiratory syndrome (SARS) and Middle East respiratory syndrome (MERS) outbreaks were also reviewed.ResultsEnhanced personal protective equipment (N95 respirator and face shield or powered air‐purifying respirator, disposable cap and gown, gloves) is required for any otolaryngology patient with unknown, suspected, or positive COVID‐19 status. Elective procedures should be postponed indefinitely, and clinical practice should be limited to patients with urgent or emergent needs.ConclusionWe summarize current best‐practice recommendations for otolaryngologists to ensure safety for themselves, their clinical staff, and their patients.
Expert consensus from the Italian Society for Colposcopy and Cervico‐Vaginal Pathology (SICPCV) for colposcopy and outpatient surgery of the lower genital tract during the COVID‐19 pandemic
Authors: Ciavattini Andrea , Delli Carpini Giovanni , Giannella Luca , De Vincenzo Rosa , Frega Antonio , Cattani Paolo , Boselli Fausto , Sopracordevole Francesco , Barbero Maggiorino 
Published: April 2020

AbstractIn the context of the COVID‐19 pandemic, patients need to be evaluated within 2–4 weeks in the following cases: cytology result of “squamous cell carcinoma,” “atypical glandular cells, favor neoplastic,” “endocervical adenocarcinoma in situ,” or “adenocarcinoma”; histopathological diagnosis of suspected invasion from cervical/vaginal biopsy, or invasive disease after a cervical excision procedure, vaginal excision, or vulvar biopsy/excision; sudden onset of strongly suggestive symptoms for malignancy. Digital imaging technologies represent an important opportunity during the COVID‐19 pandemic to share colposcopic images with reference centers, with the aim of avoiding any concentration of patients. All patients must undergo screening for COVID‐19 exposure and should wear a surgical mask. A high‐efficiency filter smoke evacuation system is mandatory to remove surgical smoke. Electrosurgical instruments should be set at the lowest possible power and not be used for long continuous periods to reduce the amount of surgical smoke. The following personal protective equipment should be used: sterile fluid‐repellant surgical gloves, an underlying pair of gloves, eye protection, FFP3 mask, surgical cap, and gown. The colposcope should be protected by a disposable transparent cover. A protective lens that must be disinfected after each use should be applied. The use of a video colposcope should be preferred.
Myocardial injection of a thermoresponsive hydrogel with reactive oxygen species scavenger properties improves border zone contractility
Authors: Spaulding Kimberly A. , Zhu Yang , Takaba Kiyoaki , Ramasubramanian Anusuya , Badathala Anusha , Haraldsson Henrik , Collins Alexander , Aguayo Esteban , Shah Curran , Wallace Arthur W. , Ziats Nicholas P. , Lovett David H. , Baker Anthony J. , Healy Kevin E. , Ratcliffe Mark B. 
Published: April 2020

AbstractThe decrease in contractility in myocardium adjacent (border zone; BZ) to a myocardial infarction (MI) is correlated with an increase in reactive oxygen species (ROS). We hypothesized that injection of a thermoresponsive hydrogel, with ROS scavenging properties, into the MI would decrease ROS and improve BZ function. Fourteen sheep underwent antero‐apical MI. Seven sheep had a comb‐like copolymer synthesized from N‐isopropyl acrylamide (NIPAAm) and 1500 MW methoxy poly(ethylene glycol) methacrylate, (NIPAAm‐PEG1500), injected (20 × 0.5 mL) into the MI zone 40 min after MI (MI + NIPAAm‐PEG1500) and seven sheep were MI controls. Cardiac MRI was performed 2 weeks before and 6 weeks after MI + NIPAAm‐PEG1500. BZ wall thickness at end systole was significantly higher for MI + NIPAAm‐PEG1500 (12.32 ± 0.51 mm/m2 MI + NIPAAm‐PEG1500 vs. 9.88 ± 0.30 MI; p = .023). Demembranated muscle force development for BZ myocardium 6 weeks after MI was significantly higher for MI + NIPAAm‐PEG1500 (67.67 ± 2.61 mN/m2 MI + NIPAAm‐PEG1500 vs. 40.53 ± 1.04 MI; p < .0001) but not significantly different from remote myocardium or BZ or non‐operated controls. Levels of ROS in BZ tissue were significantly lower in the MI + NIPAAm‐PEG1500 treatment group (hydroxyl p = .0031; superoxide p = .0182). We conclude that infarct injection of the NIPAAm‐PEG1500 hydrogel with ROS scavenging properties decreased ROS and improved contractile protein function in the border zone 6 weeks after MI.
Synthesis, spectral characterization and antitumor activity of phenothiazine derivatives
Authors: Venkatesan Kasi , Satyanarayana Vardhineedi Sri Venkata , Sivakumar Amaravadi , Ramamurthy Chitteti , Thirunavukkarusu Chinnasamy 
Published: April 2020

AbstractDifferent types of phenothiazine derivatives were synthesized by reactions of 10‐alkyl‐10H‐phenothiazine‐3‐carbaldehydes. Structures of the prepared compounds were confirmed through spectroscopic techniques such as IR, 1H NMR, 13C NMR and mass spectroscopy. All the compounds were studied for their antitumor activities.
The Charcot–Leyden crystal protein revisited—A lysopalmitoylphospholipase and more
Authors: Weller Peter F , Wang Haibin , Melo Rossana C N 
Published: April 2020

Abstract
The Charcot–Leyden crystal protein (CLC-P), a constituent of human and not mouse eosinophils, is one of the most abundant proteins within human eosinophils. It has a propensity to form crystalline structures, Charcot–Leyden crystals, which are hallmarks in their distinctive extracellular crystalline forms as markers of eosinophilic inflammation. The functions of CLC-P within eosinophils have been uncertain. Although the action of CLC-P as a lysophospholipase has been questioned, assays of chromatographically purified CLC-P and crystal-derived CLC-P as well as studies of transfected recombinant CLC-P have consistently documented that CLC-P endogenously expresses lysophospholipase activity, releasing free palmitate from substrate lysopalmitoylphosphatidylcholine. Rather than acting solely as a hydrolytic enzyme to release palmitate from a lysolipid substrate, some other lysophospholipases function more dominantly as acyl-protein thioesterases (APTs), enzymes that catalyze the removal of thioester-linked, long chain fatty acids, such as palmitate, from cysteine residues of proteins. As such APTs participate in palmitoylation, a post-translational modification that can affect membrane localization, vesicular transport, and secretion. CLC-P has attributes of an APT. Thus, whereas CLC-P expresses inherent lysophospholipase activity, like some other lysophospholipase enzymes, it likely also functions in regulating the dynamic palmitoylation cycle, including, given its dominant subplasmalemmal location, at the human eosinophil’s plasma membrane.
Development of the digestive system of Argentine hake, Merluccius hubbsi, larvae
Authors: Cohen Stefania , Diaz Marina V. , Díaz Alcira O. 
Published: April 2020

AbstractThe Argentine hake Merluccius hubbsi is an important fishery resource of the Southwestern Atlantic Ocean and it is also a potential species for cultivation. In this work, the digestive system development in field‐caught hake larvae was studied using histological and histochemical approaches. The digestive tract of larvae was divided into: oropharyngeal cavity (OPC), esophagus, stomach (that develops in the preflexion stage), and intestine. The annexed digestive glands consisted of the liver and the exocrine pancreas. At the beginning of the preflexion stage, teeth were developed in the OPC. There were mucous cells in the esophagus secreting different glycoconjugates from hatching. The enterocytes in the posterior intestine exhibited supranuclear vesicles associated with protein absorption. Mucous cells were observed in the posterior intestine in the preflexion stage and, in the anterior region, ending the flexion stage. Each type of glycoconjugates has a specific role. Acidic mucins lubricate and protect from mechanical damage, sialomucines protect from bacterial infections and neutral mucins regulate the acidity of mucus secretion, protect against abrasion and participate in the formation of the chyme, indicating a pregastric digestion. The liver was present since hatching with pancreatic tissue inside and increased in size acquiring the typical structure with hepatocyte cords, sinusoids, vacuoles, and hepatic duct. The hepatocytes vacuolization increased with larval development. The pancreas became extra‐hepatic, with basophilic acinar cells and acidophilic zymogen granules. Throughout the ontogeny, the increased structural and functional complexity of the digestive system reflected the transition to exogenous feeding and nutritional increasing needs.
Almond allergens: update and perspective on identification and characterization
Authors: Zhang Yuzhu , Jin Tengchuan 
Published: April 2020

AbstractAlmond (Prunus dulcis) is not only widely used as a human food as a result of its flavor, nutrients, and health benefits, but it is also one of the most likely tree nuts to trigger allergies. Almond allergens, however, have not been studied as extensively as those of peanuts and other selected tree nuts. This review provides an update of the molecular properties of almond allergens to clarify some confusion about the identities of almond allergens and our perspective on characterizing putative almond allergens. At present, the following almond allergens have been designated by the World Health Organization/International Union of Immunological Societies Allergen Nomenclature Sub‐Committee: Pru du 3 (a non‐specific lipid transfer protein 1, nsLTP1), Pru du 4 (a profilin), Pru du 5 (60S acidic ribosomal protein 2), Pru du 6 (an 11S legumin known as prunin) and Pru du 8 (an antimicrobial protein with cC3C repeats). Besides, almond vicilin and almond γ‐conglutin have been identified as food allergens, although further characterization of these allergens is still of interest. In addition, almond 2S albumin was reported as a food allergen as a result of the misidentification of Pru du 8. Two more almond proteins have been called allergens based on their sequence homology with known food allergens and their ‘membership’ in relevant protein families that contain allergens in many species. These include the pathogenesis related‐10 protein (referred to as Pru du 1) and the thaumatin‐like protein (referred to as Pru du 2). Almonds thus have five known food allergens and five more likely ones that need to be investigated further. Published 2020. This article is a U.S. Government work and is in the public domain in the USA.
Rabies Management Implications Based on Raccoon Population Density Indexes
Authors: Slate Dennis , Saidy Brandi D. , Simmons Ashlee , Nelson Kathleen M. , Davis Amy , Algeo Timothy P. , Elmore Stacey A. , Chipman Richard B. 
Published: April 2020

ABSTRACTAn estimate or index of target species density is important in determining oral rabies vaccination (ORV) bait densities to control and eliminate specific rabies variants. From 1997–2011, we indexed raccoon (Procyon lotor) densities 253 times based on cumulative captures on 163 sites from Maine to Alabama, USA, near ORV zones created to prevent raccoon rabies from spreading to new areas. We conducted indexing under a common cage trapping protocol near the time of annual ORV to aid in bait density decisions. Unique raccoons (n = 8,415) accounted for 68.0% of captures (n = 12,367). We recaptured raccoons 2,669 times. We applied Schnabel and Huggins mark‐recapture models on sites with ≥3 years of capture data and ≥25% recaptures as context for raccoon density indexes (RDIs). Simple linear relationships between RDIs and mark‐recapture estimates supported application of our index. Raccoon density indexes ranged from 0.0–56.9 raccoons/km2. For bait density decisions, we evaluated RDIs in the following 4 raccoon density groups, which were statistically different: (0.0–5.0 [n = 70], 5.1–15.0 [n = 129], 15.1–25.0 [n = 31], and >25.0 raccoons/km2 [n = 23]). Mean RDI was positively associated with a higher percentage of developed land cover and a lower percentage of evergreen forest. Non‐target species composition (excluding recaptured raccoons) accounted for 32.0% of captures. Potential bait competitors accounted for 76.5% of non‐targets. The opossum (Didelphis virginiana) was the primary potential bait competitor from 27°N to 44°N latitude, north of which it was numerically replaced by the striped skunk (Mephitis mephitis). We selected the RDI approach over mark‐recapture methods because of costs, geographic scope, staff availability, and the need for supplemental serologic samples. The 4 density groups provided adequate sensitivity to support bait density decisions for the current 2 bait density options. Future improvements to the method include providing random trapping locations to field personnel to prevent trap clustering and marking non‐targets to better characterize bait competitors. © 2020 The Authors. The Journal of Wildlife Management published by Wiley Periodicals LLC on behalf of The Wildlife Society.
Acute Thermal and Stress Response in Moose to Chemical Immobilization
Authors: Thompson Daniel P. , Crouse John A. , McDonough Thomas J. , Barboza Perry S. , Jaques Scott 
Published: April 2020

ABSTRACTManagement and research of moose (Alces alces) in Alaska, USA, often require chemical immobilization; however, moose may be prone to capture‐induced hyperthermia while immobilized. We chemically immobilized moose with carfentanil citrate and xylazine hydrochloride to measure rump fat depth, collect blood and fecal samples, and to deploy modified vaginal implant transmitters and global positioning system (GPS)‐collars for recording body temperature and movement during and after the chemical immobilization. We predicted wild moose pursued and captured from a helicopter would have elevated body temperature at time of capture, whereas body temperature would remain stable in hand‐raised captive moose not pursued and only hand‐injected for immobilization. Additionally, we expected post‐capture body temperature would be a function of activity, time immobilized, and ambient temperature. As predicted, body temperature of wild moose was elevated 1 hour after capture (38.9°C, 95% CI = 38.7–39.1°C) but returned to baseline levels within 3 hours (38.0°C, 95% CI = 37.9–38.1°C); however, body temperatures then rose above baseline levels and remained elevated 12–48 hours post‐capture when movement rates were also elevated. Body temperatures in captive moose were not elevated 1‐hour post‐immobilization (37.9°C, 95% CI = 37.8–38.0°C). Body temperatures of wild moose were positively related to cortisol levels at time of capture. Two moose that died after immobilization had initial body temperatures similar to other immobilized moose; however, their body temperature began to rise at 17 hours and 40 hours post‐immobilization. Our study provides evidence that chemical immobilization affects body temperature and movement of wild moose up to 48 hours after capture, possibly as a result of renarcotization from carfentanil citrate. With advancements in technology, we recommend fine‐scale GPS data (<1‐hr fix rates) and continuous body temperature be evaluated to detect evidence of renarcotization during and after opioid‐based captures of northern ungulates. © 2020 The Wildlife Society.
Newly created farmland should be artificially ameliorated to sustain agricultural production on the Loess Plateau
Authors: Ma Jifu , Chen Yiping , Wang Hongjie , Wang Hong , Wu Junhua , Su Cuicui , Xu Chen 
Published: April 2020

AbstractThe farmland area on the Loess Plateau has decreased because of the Grain for Green Programme and other soil conservation measures. The Gullies Reclamation for Farmland Project has been implemented to increase the farmland areas. Many farmlands have been created, but their suitability for Note for his deletion: because of duplication crop production and sustainable management practices is unknown. Topsoil was sampled from 119 sites to evaluate the soil fertility parameters (e.g., SOM, nitrogen, phosphorus, clay). We found that (a) overall fertility was lower than the soil fertility III level criterion of Shaanxi Province except for the potassium due to the loess parent materials where nutrients were at low levels except for potassium and was extremely unfavorable for crop growth; (b) the distribution of soil fertility properties and quality were variable on the Yan'an regions and especially lowest in the northern areas because of slightly precipitation and vegetation coverage, as well as lack of SOM, nitrogen and phosphorus; (c) cultivation was the better choice for soil fertility restoration at short‐term in view of the higher enzyme activities and the contents of SOM, nitrogen, and phosphorus. The minimum data set for this type of soil quality analysis was determined to be SOM, CEC, NaHCO3‐P, Clay, DTPA‐Fe, DTPA‐Zn, and S‐UE. We recommend to planting of Medicago sativa and other legume crops in the uncultivated newly created farmland rather than letting it recover naturally. It is necessary to apply organic fertilizers, chemical fertilizer, and micro‐elements simultaneously and not rely solely on chemical fertilizers in the utilization of newly created farmland.