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High‐resolution analysis of sediments from Eighteen Mile Swamp (eastern Australia) records its transition from a fluctuating coastal lagoon to stable freshwater swamp
Authors: Marshall Jonathan C. , Tibby John , Moss Patrick , Martin Hailey , Gontz Allen , Lau Annie , Jacobsen Geraldine E. , Cadd Haidee , Gadd Patricia S. , Negus Peter , Mcgregor GLENN B. , Hofmann Harald , Schulz Cameron , Barr Cameron , Maizma Sabika , Hotchkis Mike , Cloutier Nicole 
Published: December 2024

ABSTRACTThis research documents the paleoenvironmental evolution of Eighteen Mile Swamp on North Stradbroke Island (Minjerribah), Australia, from oscillating coastal lagoon into stable freshwater swamp over the last ca. 1600 years. We analyzed multiple sediment cores via physical description, acid sulfate soil assays, particle size analysis, diatom and pollen assemblages, photosynthetic pigment content, and Itrax XRF spectrometry, alongside ground‐penetrating radar cross‐sections. This provided a detailed ecological, geochemical and chronological framework, derived from radiocarbon, Pu and 210Pb dating, for the wetland's evolution. Results indicate spatial complexity in the timing of a pronounced shift in sedimentary conditions between ca. 300 and 1000 years ago, from estuarine mud to freshwater peat, marked by abrupt chemical and ecological changes. Unexpectedly, there were at least three and potentially many periods of dominant freshwater influence within the primarily estuarine phase, suggesting episodic estuarine closure and freshening by groundwater influx. Results provide critical insights into the complex response of subtropical wetland systems to environmental change, emphasizing the importance of interdisciplinary approaches in understanding both sedimentologic and geomorphic responses in coastal wetlands, and their potential vulnerability to future climate change. The study of Eighteen Mile Swamp is significant as it provides a detailed paleoenvironmental reconstruction that documents the wetland's evolving nature over the past two millennia. This research highlights the importance of understanding historical responses of wetlands to environmental changes, which helps inform their current and future management, conservation and restoration efforts, particularly in the context of climate change and human impacts. This study also serves as a tribute to the late Lynda Petherick, acknowledging her contributions in this field.
Rapid Identification of Candida auris by Raman Spectroscopy Combined With Deep Learning
Authors: Koya S. Kiran , Brusatori Michelle A. , Yurgelevic Sally , Huang Changhe , DeMeulemeester Jake , Percefull Danielle , Salimnia Hossein , Auner Gregory W. 
Published: December 2024

ABSTRACTCandida auris is a multidrug‐resistant yeast that can lead to outbreaks in healthcare facilities, even with strict infection prevention and control measures. Candida auris detection is challenging using standard laboratory methods. Advancements in identification methods, such as matrix‐assisted laser desorption/ionization time‐of‐flight mass spectrometry and polymerase chain reaction, have improved detection, though these methodologies can be costly and impractical in resource‐limited settings. This study presents a practical, portable, and reagentless platform known as Counter‐Propagating Gaussian Beam Raman Spectroscopy (CPGB‐RS), integrated with deep learning spectral analysis for the rapid and accurate identification of C. auris. This method has shown a sensitivity of 96% and a specificity of 99% in differentiating C. auris from other highly prevalent pathogenic species, such as Candida albicans, Candida glabrata, and Candida tropicalis. The differentiation between species is based on unique variations in their Raman spectra, influenced by differences in cell wall composition (including β‐glucan, chitin, and mannoprotein), cell membrane components (like ergosterol), and cellular energy states (mitochondrial cytochromes b and c). This platform allows for automated molecular screening, generating diagnostic results within 2 min, making it highly practical for clinical applications. Furthermore, this technology has the potential to evaluate the effectiveness of antifungal agents, which could significantly improve patient outcomes.
Salvianolic acid B influences the ferritin function in iron(II)/iron(III) transformation and iron chelation
Authors: Xie Yufeng , Zhang Zhe , Liu Zhishui , Zhao Zizhu , Yang Rui 
Published: December 2024

AbstractBACKGROUNDFerritin is a cage‐like iron storage protein and can regulate the iron balance of life. It can be developed as a new type of iron supplement, while its function may be influenced by certain food bioactive components. To evaluate the effects of the typical food biomolecules, such as phenolic acid, on the physicochemical property of ferritin are of great importance to clarify the ferritin function in maintaining iron balance.RESULTSIn this study, the interaction mechanism of ferritin with iron ions and salvianolic acid B (SalB) was investigated. The complex formed by SalB and iron ions can interact with the ferritin mainly through hydrogen bonding and van der Waals forces. Compared with ascorbic acid, SalB effectively promoted the initial iron oxidation of ferritin, but showed a lower iron release rate. In addition, SalB exhibited a stronger iron chelating ability and a higher free radical scavenging ability during iron release of ferritin than ascorbic acid.CONCLUSIONThis study clarifies the structure and property of ferritin influenced by SalB, and reveals the interaction mechanism of ferritin–SalB–iron system. The finding helps elucidate the role of phenolic acid and benefits the non‐heme iron–ferritin for potential food applications such as iron supplementation. © 2024 Society of Chemical Industry.
Effect of Soil Compaction Under Short‐Duration Loading on Aggregate Stability and Saturated Hydraulic Conductivity in a Chinese Mollisol
Authors: Chen Xuewen , Niu Shuang , Zhang Xingyi 
Published: December 2024

ABSTRACTSoil compaction has been found to deform soil structures and alter water flows. Although previous studies have suggested that a load exceeding the critical stress, determined by static load application, can be applied for a short duration without causing substantial damage to the soil structure, the immediate consequences of short loading times on structural integrity and the subsequent influence on soil water flow remain relatively underexplored. The principal objective of this research was to explore the effects of loading intervals, ranging from 0.1 to 2.5 s, commonly used by vehicles and machinery in the agricultural sector, on the changes in water‐stable aggregates and saturated hydraulic conductivity (Ksat) associated with soil compaction, thereby enhancing our understanding of how transient external forces could affect the soil properties. Four distinct soils with varying soil organic matter (SOM) contents (13, 43, 77, and 123 g/kg) were collected from a typical Mollisol area in Northeast China, each characterized by different initial gravimetric soil water contents of 11%, 15%, 19%, and 24%, respectively. Under an applied load of 4.0 kg/cm2, the short loading time resulted in an increase in small macroaggregates (SMAs) and a decrease in microaggregates within the distribution of water‐stable aggregates, whereas it did not affect aggregate stability. Ksat decreased significantly (p < 0.05) as the loading time increased from 0.1 to 2.5 s. The effects of loading time and SOM on water‐stable aggregates with particle sizes exceeding 0.25 mm, mean weight diameter, geometric mean diameter, and Ksat were identified as statistically significant or highly significant (p < 0.05 or p < 0.01). Notably, the initial soil water content remained unchanged during the short compaction period. A significant negative correlation was identified between SMAs and Ksat for each soil, with the loading time and initial soil water content (correlation coefficients ranging from −0.834 to −0.622). The results, combined with the structural equation modeling analysis, indicated that both a short loading time and SOM could directly increase SMA and decrease Ksat, with both factors influencing Ksat through SMA during the soil compaction process. This suggests that the loading time and SOM during a short duration under the same external force, rather than initial soil water content, can determine the potential degradation of the soil.
Rejected papers in academic publishing: Turning negatives into positives to maximize paper acceptance
Authors: Teixeira da Silva Jaime A. , Nazarovets Maryna 
Published: December 2024

AbstractThere are ample reasons why papers might get rejected by peer‐reviewed journals, and the experience can be, especially for those who have had little experience, sobering. When papers get rejected a number of times, that may signal that there are problems with the paper (e.g., weak methodology or lack of robust analyses), that it is insufficiently developed, is poorly written, or that it is too topic‐specific and needs to find an appropriate niche journal. In the case of a single or multiple rejections, whenever there is feedback from a journal, as well as reasons for rejection, this provides a useful signal for improving the paper before it is resubmitted to another journal. This article examines literature related to the rejection of papers in academic journals, encompassing the opinions and experiences offered by authors, as well as advice suggested by editors, allowing readers and authors who experience rejections to reflect on the possible reasons that may have led to that outcome. Many papers related to this topic were published as editorials or opinions, offering advice on how to improve aspects of a submitted paper in order to increase its chances of acceptance.
Remarkable Energy Transfer Efficiency in Spatially Separated 2D Heterostructure via Establishing Entangled States by Bloch‐Surface Plasmon Polariton
Authors: Zhao Le‐Yi , Xiao Jia‐Min , Yang Jin‐Yu , Song Zi‐Xuan , Zhang Yu‐Peng , Wang Yi , Wang Hai , Wang Wen‐Xin , Wang Hai‐Yu 
Published: December 2024

AbstractEstablishing quantum mechanically entangled states between spatially separated 2D heterostructure offers a way to tailor novel energy transfer mechanisms at the precision of atomic level. Here, strongly coupled systems formed by monolayer WS2, spatially separated monolayer MoS2, and Ag nanoholes (Ag‐NHs) with square lattice are investigated by using an ultrafast pump‐probe approach. From transient absorption spectra of the prototypical Ag‐NHs/WS2/SiO2 (10 nm)/MoS2 heterostructures, a Rabi splitting up to 80 meV is observed, which is almost 21/2 times larger than that of each individual component. The result is as expected since Rabi splitting depends on the square root of the layer number involved, thus suggesting that the A exciton of WS2 and spatially separated B exciton of MoS2 are entangled by the Bloch‐surface plasmon polariton mode. Additionally, whether the donor or the acceptor is excited, the bleaching signals in the heterostructures all appear instantaneously and exhibit exactly the same dynamic process, further clearly highlighting the presence of quantum mechanically entangled states. From another perspective, such entangled states assist remarkably efficient energy transfer, which is also demonstrated by significantly enhanced fluorescence emission from MoS2, with an enhancement factor of 25. This research establishes the scientific foundation for developing related heterostructure optoelectronic devices.
Ultra‐Low‐Loss and Athermalized Lithium‐Niobate‐on‐Insulator Photonic Chip for Next‐Generation PONs
Authors: He Jianghao , Liu Dajian , Zhang Ming , Liu Hongxuan , Bao Yaoxin , Li Chenlei , Zhao Weike , Pan Bingcheng , Huang Yishu , Yu Zejie , Liu Liu , Shi Yaocheng , Dai Daoxin 
Published: December 2024

AbstractA high‐capacity lithium‐niobate‐on‐insulator (LNOI) optical transmitter for next‐generation passive optical‐networks (PONs) is proposed and demonstrated with ultra‐low temperature‐dependence for the first time by simultaneously introducing Z‐ and Y‐propagation LNOI photonic waveguides. There are five wavelength‐division‐multiplexed channels involved with the center wavelengths of 1270/1300/1342/1537/1577 nm, and the photonic filters are realized by integrating amplitude‐apodized multimode waveguide gratings (MWGs) and mode (de)multiplexers designed with Z‐propagation LNOI photonic waveguides, which are found to be with a low thermo‐optic coefficient and thus enable the athermalization. Meanwhile, high‐speed optical modulators connected at the add ports of the photonic filters for the 1342/1577 nm channels are developed with Y‐propagation LNOI photonic waveguides with the maximal electro‐optic effect. For the fabricated on‐chip optical transmitter, box‐like spectral responses are achieved with ultra‐low excess losses of <0.5 dB and low inter‐channel crosstalk of < −26 dB for all the channels whose bandwidths are respectively ∼16/20/4/15/5 nm as expected. The present LNOI photonic chip is nearly athermal, exhibiting very low temperature‐dependence less than 8.7 pm/°C in the full wavelength range of >300 nm. Finally, high‐capacity data transmissions of 50/100 Gbps on‐off‐keying signals and 100/200 Gbps four‐level‐pulse‐amplitude‐modulated signals are demonstrated, providing a promising solution for next‐generation PONs.
Self‐Assembled Supramolecular Materials for Substrate Transport by External Stimuli
Authors: Li Xue , Kobayashi Yuichiro , Harada Akira , Yamaguchi Hiroyasu 
Published: December 2024

AbstractSubstrate transport within biological tissues is diverse, with the most fundamental process being transport across cell membranes, which plays a crucial role in sustaining life. In this study, an artificial substrate transport system based on hydrogels by utilizing molecular recognition and stimuli‐responsive substrates is developed. α‐ and β‐Cyclodextrins are selected as host molecules, while adamantane serves as the guest molecule, enabling the adhesion of two hydrogels through self‐assembly. Under light stimulation, the light‐responsive dye, azobenzene derivative, is transported between the two hydrogels. This research provides new insights into the development of light‐controlled substance transport systems, which can be applied to biological substance delivery and the creation of smart materials.
Building a Co‐Salen‐Immobilized Porous Organic Polymer Catalyst for CO2 Cycloaddition
Authors: Gu Shuai , Li Lei , Hu Lingling , Guo Shuyu , Feng Yi , Zhang Huicong , Yu Guipeng , Tang Juntao 
Published: December 2024

AbstractThe CO2‐epoxide addition to cyclic carbonate is of great significance but usually requires high temperatures and CO2 pressures. Herein, a spirobifluorene‐based porous organic polymer catalyst is designed with a Co‐salen complex immobilized on the backbone (ST‐CoSalen‐POP) to enable CO2 fixation under mild conditions. ST‐CoSalen‐POP possesses a high Co‐loading content (9.35 wt%), a large pore volume, and high CO2 adsorption capacity. This catalyst achieves a 96% yield in the cycloaddition of CO2 with epoxides at 25 °C and 0.1 MPa CO2 pressures. Moreover, ST‐CoSalen‐POP also offers the advantages of wide adaptability over epoxide substrates and high structural stability for three consecutive cycles. This study presents a novel catalytic approach for promoting CO2 fixation, offering a significant advancement in the efficient synthesis of fine chemicals.
The Intramolecular Self‐Assembly of Statistical Copolymers in Aqueous Solution to Form Anisotropic Single‐Chain Nanoparticles with Tunable Aspect Ratio
Authors: Neal Thomas J. , Stone Rebecca E. , György Csilla , Tzokov Svetomir B. , Spain Sebastian G. , Mykhaylyk Oleksandr O. 
Published: December 2024

AbstractNatural single‐chain nanoparticles (SCNPs) such as proteins have inspired research into the formation and application of synthetic SCNPs. Although the latter can mimic general aspects of the self‐assembly behavior of their biological counterparts, these systems remain relatively understudied. In this respect, a systematic series of amphiphilic statistical copolymers (ASC) of different molecular weights, with a hydrophilic comonomer (methacrylic acid) and varying hydrophobic comonomer to encompass methacrylates of different hydrophobicity, are synthesized. Small‐angle X‐ray scattering studies confirmed that SCNPs are achieved for each copolymer series when dispersed in basified water at 1% w/w. When the aggregation number of the ASC nanoparticles is close to unity the particle shape elongates resulting in a larger particle surface area to volume ratio, allowing more hydrophilic groups to locate on the particle surface tending to keep the particle surface charge density (PSC) constant. Thus, within a series, particle elongation increases with copolymer molecular weight. Structural parameters of SCNPs formed by ASCs composed of hydrophobic components with low partition coefficients are well consistent with predictions obtained from the PSC model. These results highlight the main parameters, namely molecular weight and acid content, responsible for the SCNP formation and provide insight into how specific particle morphology can be targeted.
Organization Capital and Corporate Financialization: Evidence From China
Authors: Qin Yingying , Zhang Yishan , Lin Yu‐en , Hu Jingbo 
Published: December 2024

ABSTRACTThis paper investigates the impact of organization capital on corporate financialization. Based on the data of Chinese A‐share listed firms from 2014 to 2020, we find that organization capital is positively related to corporate financialization. After a series of robustness tests and endogeneity tests, the conclusion still holds. We further find that agency theory is the potential channel driving our findings. Precautionary savings theory, executive overconfidence theory and resource‐based theory do not hold in our study. Furthermore, we find that the positive effect of organization capital on corporate financialization is stronger when firms are hit by severe external natural disasters shocks.
Application of Causal Forest Model to Examine Treatment Effect Heterogeneity in Substance Use Disorder Psychosocial Treatments
Authors: Susukida Ryoko , Amin‐Esmaeili Masoumeh , Badillo‐Goicoechea Elena , Nguyen Trang Q. , Stuart Elizabeth A. , Rosenblum Michael , Dunn Kelly E. , Mojtabai Ramin 
Published: December 2024

ABSTRACTObjectivesHeterogeneity of treatment effect (HTE) is a concern in substance use disorder (SUD) treatments but has not been rigorously examined. This exploratory study applied a causal forest approach to examine HTE in psychosocial SUD treatments, considering multiple covariates simultaneously.MethodsData from 12 randomized controlled trials of nine psychosocial treatments were obtained from the National Institute on Drug Abuse Clinical Trials Network. Using causal forests, we estimated the conditional average treatment effect (CATE) on drug abstinence. To assess HTE, we compared CATE variance against total outcome variability, conducted an omnibus test, and applied the Rank‐Weighted Average Treatment Effect (RATE).ResultsAcross nine interventions, CATE variance was lower than total outcome variability, indicating lack of strong evidence of HTE with respect to the baseline covariates considered. The omnibus test and RATE analysis generally support this finding. However, the RATE analysis identified potential HTE in a motivational interviewing trial; this could be a false positive given the multiple analyses; replication is needed to confirm this.ConclusionsWhile causal forests show utility in exploring HTE in SUD interventions, limited baseline assessments in most trials suggest a cautious interpretation. The RATE findings for motivational interviewing highlight potential subgroup‐specific treatment benefits, warranting further research.
Moving Beyond the Bladder Diary: Does New Technology Now Allow Us to Take Investigation of LUTS Into the Community? ICI‐RS 2024
Authors: Drinnan Michael , Abrams Paul , Arlandis Salvador , Drake Marcus J. , Gammie Andrew , Harding Chris , Rantell Angela , Valentini Françoise 
Published: December 2024

ABSTRACTContextLower Urinary Tract Symptoms (LUTS) are defined by their distressing effect on patients' day‐to‐day life. Given the pressures on secondary care resources, LUTS may be overlooked or inadequately assessed and therefore patients may be burdened for an extended period before treatment.MethodsIn a debate held at the International Consultation on Incontinence Research Society (ICI‐RS) meeting in Bristol in June 2024, we considered how new technologies might contribute to an expedited, dignified and effective investigation of LUTS.ResultsWe describe three broad areas where technology has a role to play: streamlining of existing investigations through mobile and miniaturized technology; entirely new investigations made possible by the technology; and advanced analytics to provide better insights from the data available.ConclusionWe describe key research questions that will signpost us toward answering the question raised in the title.
Selective Synthesis of Tetrahydroisoquinoline and Piperidine Scaffolds by Oxidative Ring Opening/Ring Closing Protocols of Substituted Indenes and Cyclopentenes
Authors: Semghouli Anas , Drahos László , Han Jianlin , Kiss Loránd , Nonn Melinda 
Published: December 2024

AbstractNovel tetrahydroisoquinoline and piperidine derivatives were selectively synthesized from substituted indenes or cyclopentenes. The process starts with an oxidative cleavage of the ring olefin bond, which gives reactive diformyl intermediates. By a ring‐closing step using chiral (R) or (S) α‐methylbenzylamine under a reductive amination protocol facilitated ring formation with ring expansion of the corresponding nitrogen‐containing heterocycles. The stereocontrolled methodology enabled accurate control of the stereochemistry of the final products. Additionally, the synthesized amino acid derivatives possessing an aryl moiety in their structure may be relevant building blocks for foldamer chemistry.
Study on ballistic penetration behavior of unidirectional UHMWPE/carbon fiber composites: Experiments and numerical modeling
Authors: Tai Jieyu , Wu Chaoyang , Han Guanyu , Sun Dawei , Zhao Guizhe , Chen Qihui , Liu Yaqing 
Published: December 2024

AbstractHybrid fiber reinforced composites leverage the advantages of various material properties to enhance ballistic protection efficiency. This paper investigates the ballistic penetration behavior of UHMWPE and UHMWPE/carbon fiber reinforced composites. By conducting ballistic experiments and finite element simulations, the failure behaviors of bulletproof composites are analyzed. Continuum models and mesoscale models were established to predict the V‐50 and impact damage of composites. The mesoscale model includes the geometric shapes of fibers and matrix, fiber volume fraction and failure behavior. Compared with experimental results, the mesoscale model predicted the V‐50 with a minimum deviation of 3%. The main damage patterns, including fiber breakage, matrix cracking and delamination, are displayed in the post‐impact morphology and models of bulletproof composites. Mesoscale models are used to describe energy dissipation and microstructure behavior, while homogenized continuum models are employed to observe macroscopic damage. Both simulations and experiments indicated that the overall structure and inherent properties affect stress transfer, damage mode and energy dissipation mechanisms during bullet impact processes. The combination of both two models deepens the understanding of the ballistic performance and damage evolution of fiber composites, providing novel insights for improving ballistic performance in fiber composites.Highlights
Uniform continuous model and the mesoscale model were combined to explore the impact damage.
Analysis of the energy consumption of each component in a ballistic impact.
Effect of hybrid construction on impact performance.