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Enhancing Atom Mapping with Multitask Learning and Symmetry-Aware Deep Graph Matching
Authors: Astero Maryam , Rousu Juho 
Published: December 2024

Abstract

Atom mapping involves identifying the correspondence between individual atoms in reactant molecules and their counterparts in product molecules. This process is crucial for gaining deeper insight into reaction mechanisms, such as defining reaction templates and determining which chemical bonds are formed or broken during a reaction. However, reliable atom mapping data are often limited or incomplete within chemical databases, rendering manual annotation impractical for large-scale datasets. To address this limitation, we propose the Symmetry-Aware Multitask Atom Mapping Network (SAMMNet), a model designed to automatically infer atom correspondences by incorporating an auxiliary self-supervised task during training. SAMMNet employs molecular graph representations and leverages graph neural networks to capture both general and task-specific features, enabling enhanced predictive performance. Our experimental results demonstrate that the multitask learning framework, coupled with symmetry-aware atom mapping, improves accuracy and robustness in atom mapping predictions. This makes our method a promising advancement for computational chemistry and related fields.
Optimizing Supply Chain Efficiency Through Multi-Head Swift Recursive Neural Network and Levy flight Boosted Dragonfly Model
Authors: ALQutaim Norah Nasser M , ALShareef Abdulrhman , Hassan Syed Hamid 
Published: December 2024

Abstract

Supply chain optimization is a significant challenge faced by modern industries. This necessitates the use of advanced data analytics and machine learning techniques, which can enhance forecasting accuracy, minimize inventory usage, and improve logistical efficiency. Therefore, this study introduces a novel framework for improving supply chain efficiency using data-driven analysis and advanced modeling techniques. The process begins with the collection of relevant supply chain data, which includes historical data on analysis, forecasting, and time series data. The core of the methodology is the integration of a novel Levy Flight Binary Dragonfly Optimization strategy with a Multi-Head SwifT recursive neural network model. One of the most popular architectures combines recurrent networks, such as SwiftRNN, with Multi-Head Attention which aims to capture time dependencies and emphasize essential patterns in data. Enhancing model performance involves utilizing optimization techniques like Binary Dragonfly Optimization with Levy Flight. This method optimally tunes hyperparameters by striking a balance between exploration and exploitation, mitigating the risk of local minima, and yielding more robust outcomes. Empirical results demonstrate significant improvements in forecasting accuracy, better inventory management, and enhanced logistics optimization, with a 0.134 reduction in prediction error and improved operational metrics outperformed the existing models, with an impressive 95% on-time delivery rate, 2% defect rate, and 95% logistic cost efficiency rate. Overall, the proposed framework exhibits significant potential for optimizing supply chain efficiency.
Key Players and Environmental Impacts in the Global Plastic Trade Lifecycle
Authors: Aripin Wahyu Teri , Haoxiang Xia 
Published: December 2024

Abstract

We analysed the global plastic trade network from 1995 to 2021 using a multilayer graph framework, categorizing countries by GDP. The study identified high-income countries as key players across all stages of the plastic lifecycle. In layer 5, focused on plastic waste generation, we used Cross-Correlation, Granger Causality, and VAR analyses to examine interdependencies. Additionally, we investigated the correlation between plastic trade stages and Environmental Performance Index (EPI) indicators. Results show significant historical correlations between different stages of plastic trade but no significant direct correlation with any EPI indicators. This highlights the dominance of high-income countries in plastic trade and the complex relationship between plastic trade and environmental performance, suggesting that the impact on environmental outcomes is not straightforward.
Comparing the effectiveness of calorie restriction with and without time-restricted eating on the circadian regulation of metabolism – rationale and protocol of a three-arm randomised controlled trial in adults at risk of type 2 diabetes
Authors: Chang You Jin , Turner Laurent , Teong Xiao Tong , Zhao Lijun , Variji Athena , Wittert Gary A. , Thompkins Sophia , Vincent Andrew D. , Grosser Linda , Young Morag J. , Blake Stephen , Panda Satchidananda , Manoogian Emily N.C. , Banks Siobhan , Heilbronn Leonie K. , Hutchison Amy T. 
Published: December 2024

Abstract

Background: Time-restricted eating (TRE) may extend the cardiometabolic health benefits of calorie restriction (CR). However, few studies have compared its effect on the circadian regulation of metabolic processes, including glucose metabolism. The optimal time of day to initiate TRE also remains unclear.
Aim and hypothesis: To compare CR alone or in combination with TRE, initiated at either 0800 or 1200, on postprandial metabolism. We hypothesise that relative to CR, early CR (eCR) and delayed CR (dCR) will improve glucose tolerance in response to three identical meals consumed over the day.
Methods: A parallel, single-blinded, three-arm randomised controlled trial will be conducted in 114 adults, aged 35 to 75 years with a BMI ≥ 25.1 but < 45.0 kg/m2, elevated waist circumference and fasting blood glucose (≥ 5.6 mmol/L), and who score ≥12 on the Australian Type 2 Diabetes Risk Assessment tool. Participants will be stratified by sex and fasting blood glucose (≤ 6.0 mmol/L; > 6.0 mmol/L) and then randomised (1:1:1) to CR (unrestricted meal timing), eCR (0800 to 1600) or dCR (1200 to 2000) for 8 weeks. Participants will attend the research centre for a 26-h stay at baseline and week 8. A follow-up visit for assessment of fasting body weight and a blood sample will be collected 16 weeks after primary endpoint completion. Analysis will be performed using linear mixed models adjusted for baseline and stratification factors.
Outcomes: The primary outcome is the change in postprandial glucose area under the curve (AUC) in response to three identical mixed meals served according to study protocol at week 8. Secondary outcomes are changes in postprandial insulin AUC, fasting insulin, fasting glucose, and glycated haemoglobin.
Conclusions: This randomised clinical trial will be the first to delineate the benefits of CR alone or in combination with time restricted eating on postprandial glucose metabolism over the day in adults at increased risk of type 2 diabetes.
Trial registration: NCT05769335; March 15, 2023
Vegetative Growth, Flowering, and Physiological Parameters of Young Avocado ‘Hass’ and ‘Hass’-Like Cultivars under Extreme Weather Conditions
Authors: Lahack Michal , Noy Michael , Szenes Nitzan , Rubinovich Lior 
Published: December 2024

Abstract

Avocado is a commercially important subtropical evergreen fruit tree. Extreme climate events may damage foliage, floral buds, flowers, and fruit, reducing avocado crop yield and restricting its geographical distribution and expansion. This study evaluates the performance of young ‘Hass’ and ‘Hass’-like (‘Gem’, ‘BL122’ [‘BL’] and ‘Maluma’) avocado cultivars under extreme weather conditions in northern Israel, an area prone to such occurrences. Over 2 years (2021–2023), trees experienced significant frost and heat events, with temperatures dropping to -2.49 °C and rising to 45.3 °C. ‘Gem’ avocados exhibited superior frost tolerance, sustaining significantly less floral bud damage than other cultivars. Both ‘Gem’ and ‘BL’ consistently showed higher CO2 assimilation, stomatal conductance, and Fv/Fm values during the winter than ‘Maluma’, suggesting better resilience to cold stress. In contrast, ‘Maluma’ exhibited the highest flowering intensity despite greater frost damage to floral buds. Under extreme heat conditions, ‘Gem’ and ‘BL’ also performed better than ‘Hass’ and ‘Maluma’, with higher CO₂ assimilation and stomatal conductance observed following heat events. In addition, ‘BL’ maintained the highest chlorophyll content throughout the study, suggesting better adaptation to adverse conditions. This study highlights the potential of ‘Gem’ and ‘BL’ as resilient alternatives to ‘Hass’ in extreme climates, emphasizing the importance of cultivar selection and adaptive management strategies for sustainable avocado production under changing environmental conditions.
Topological mechanical metamaterial for robust and ductile one-way fracturing
Authors: Wang Xinyu , Sarkar Siddhartha , Gonella Stefano , Mao Xiaoming 
Published: December 2024

Abstract

Fracturing is unavoidable and threatens the reliability and functionality of materials. Therefore, regulating the propagation of cracks in a predictable and ductile manner is of paramount importance. Herein, we exploit the properties of topological mechanical metamaterials (TMMs) as a versatile mechanism to guide cracks unidirectionally and turn fracturing of lattices made of brittle materials into ductile events. Inspired by quantum topological states, recent discoveries of TMMs have uncovered varieties of unconventional mechanical phenomena, ranging from one-way wave propagation to polar elasticity. We show that polarized floppy modes occurring in TMMs lead to strongly asymmetric stress fields localizing around the crack tips, leading to ductile one-way fracturing, in sharp contrast to classical theories of fractures in brittle materials. Our work demonstrates the universality of this fracture unidirectionality feature, which is protected by TMM's bulk topology, and provides robust solutions in programmable fracturing for a broad class of materials and structures.
Haemato-urological profile and asymptomatic urinary tract infection in Ghanaian steady-state sickle cell disease patients.
Authors: Twumasi Stephen , Ansah Richard Owusu , Essien-Baidoo Samuel , Basing Laud Anthony W. , Debrah Alexander Yaw , Anto Enoch Odame , Ayirebi Allwell Adofo , Asiamah-Broni Rebecca , Attivor Waldemer , Ameyaw Eric Twum , Addai Gabriel , Afriyie Edward , Gyampomah Thomas Kwabena , Opoku Joseph Nkrumah , Amoafo Prince Kwadwo , Owusu Samuel Kelvin , Akwai Vincent , Talmang Matthew , Mensah Amos , Kusi-Amponsah Isaac , Opoku Angela , Boateng Lilian Antwi 
Published: December 2024

Abstract

Background: Due to the reduction in immunity caused by auto-splenectomy and the consequent opsonic antibody shortage, patients with SCD are more susceptible to encapsulated organism infections, especially asymptomatic urinary tract infection (ASM-UTI). This study investigated the prevalence of asymptomatic urinary tract infection and compared urine and haematology parameters among SCD patients in Ghana to their healthy counterparts.
Methods: In this study, 104 SCD participants and 80 non-SCD subjects were recruited. Participants' information was thoroughly documented using a well-structured questionnaire and patient case records. To evaluate the prevalence of asymptomatic urinary tract infection, a clean catch early morning urine was collected from each participant and cultured on Cystine-Lactose-Electrolyte Deficient (CLED). Also, venous blood was collected for the haematological profile of the study participants.
Findings: Prevalence of ASM-UTI among SCD participants and non-SCD individuals were 22(21.2%) and 18(22.5%) respectively. S. aureus 15 (8.2%) accounted for the majority of the organisms isolated with the larger proportion 9(60.0%) being isolated from the SCD patients. This study found a statistical difference between SCD with ASM-UTI, without ASM-UTI, and non-SCD with respect to urine appearance (p=0.047), proteinuria (p=0.024), leucocyte (p<0.0001). Significantly high total WBC (p<0.0001), low platelets (p<0.0001), and low haemoglobin (p<0.0001) in SCD with ASM-UTI compared to non-SCD with ASM-UTI were also observed. Major risk factors associated with ASM-UTI includes a cloudy urine appearance (8.11, p<0.042), a positive (+1) and positive (+2) urine leucocytes and positive (+1) urine bilirubin with a significantly increased odd (7.65, p=0.001), (9.50, p=0.001) and (3.39, p=0.019) respectively of having ASM-UTI in SCD compared to having a clear urine appearance, a negative urine leucocyte, and a negative urine bilirubin.
Conclusion: This study has shown ASM-UTI to be common in adult SCD participants with higher rate in females. This study also showed that ASM-UTI can exist alongside other clinical states such as anaemia, microalbuminuria, haematuria and proteinuria which are characteristics of kidney disease which can trigger crises in SCD participants.
Trends in pancreatic cancer related mortality; a retrospective analysis using CDC WONDER Database
Authors: Duseja Nikhil , Maryam Kanzul Eman , Azam Ghufran , Uzair Muhammad , Ashraf Danish Ali , Ibrahim Sheheryar , Ahmed Fatima Kaleem , Haq Inzamam Ul , Rizvi Sabah , Murtaza Aiman , Mushtaq Warda , Raza Ali , Farhan Hasnain , Khosa Maha Mushtaq 
Published: December 2024

Abstract

Background
Pancreatic cancer is 8th most prevalent cancer in the United States with a very high mortality rate. Understanding the epidemiology of Pancreatic cancer is important in identifying the causes and developing preventive strategies.
Methodology:
Data from the death certificates spanning from 1999–2020, sourced from CDC WONDER (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Wide-Ranging Online Data for Epidemiologic Research) was analyzed. To quantify national annual trends in pancreatic cancer-related mortality, the Joinpoint Regression Program was used to determine the annual percent change (APC) with 95% CI in age-adjusted mortality rates (AAMRs) per 100,000 people for all ages stratified by year, gender and regions.
Results
Pancreatic neoplasm claimed about 847,589 lives across all age groups in the US from 1999–2000. The AAMR for pancreatic cancer peaked at 2020 with 11.7 [APC 0.2275 95% CI: 11.6–11.8]. The AAMR for pancreatic cancer-related deaths was 11(95%CI: 10.9 = 11.1) in 2003 and it increased to 11.3(95%CI: 11.2–11.3) in 2006 (APC 0.87* 95%CI: 11.2–11.4). Men had consistently higher AAMRs than women across all age groups throughout the study period of 1999–2000 (overall AAMR men: 13.2 (95% CI: 13.1–13.2); overall AAMR women: 9.9 (95% CI: 9.9–10)). Geographically; the lowest mortality was displayed by the Western regions (AAMR 10.5, 95% CI: 10.2–10.7), followed by Southern (AAMR 11.1, 95%CI: 10.9–11.4), followed by Midwestern (AAMR 11.7, 95%CI: 10.9–11.4), followed by Northeast region (AAMR 11.9, 95%CI: 11.6–12.1)
Conclusion
We observed an overall annual increase in mortality trends related to pancreatic cancer especially in men and certain regions like Northeast region of the United States. These results emphasize the immediate necessity for a comprehensive strategy to address this lethal illness, encompassing breakthroughs in medical research, focused public health initiatives, and extensive governmental reforms.
Nuclear power plant waste heat opens a window of next-generation desalination hybridization: a SOAR-based review
Authors: Sudalaimuthu Pitchaiah , Sathyamurthy Ravishankar , Elshiekh Ammar 
Published: December 2024

ABSTRACT
This review examines the potential for utilizing nuclear power plant (NPP) waste heat in hybrid desalination systems, focusing on Reverse Osmosis–Low-Temperature Evaporation (RO–LTE) driven by renewable energy sources and atomic waste heat. By employing a SOAR (Strengths, Opportunities, Aspirations, Results) analysis, the study evaluates the integration of NPP waste heat into various desalination technologies, emphasizing the environmental benefits and energy efficiency improvements. Fundamental aspirations include advancements in material science and heat exchanger designs, which enhance heat transfer and evaporation processes. The review also explores cost reduction strategies, such as integrating hydrogen production and mineral recovery from desalination by-products. Passive technologies and process optimization are proposed to minimize operational costs and energy consumption, supporting long-term sustainability. This review serves as a resource for decision-makers, offering insights into the strategic use of NPP waste heat in desalination to address water scarcity while promoting energy efficiency and sustainability.
Reflections on compassionate coaching with a UK social enterprise
Authors: Waddington Kathryn , Donaldson Karl 
Published: December 2024

In this paper we describe and reflect upon a case study of pro bono (free of charge) coaching with a UK youth justice social enterprise (a business with social objectives). The paper integrates principles of coaching psychology with those of compassion, selfcompassion and well-being. We introduce a compassion-based framework for critically reflective practice in coaching and Work and Organizational Psychology. The coaching contract was built upon the concept of being equal thinking partners in co-created dialogue which involves ‘leaving egos outside’. We did six coaching sessions over a period of six months which enabled Karl to develop new learning and transfer this into his role and relationships at work. We include poetry and photography as examples of how coaching can enable clients reframe their experiences and gain new perspectives. The paper is relevant for readers who may be unfamiliar with skills and approaches in coaching psychology and are seeking to understand how these can be applied in their practice. It will also be of relevance to those who engage in coaching and are interested in exploring how compassion-based approaches might influence their coaching practice.
The Impact of Tidal Floods on Poor Households in the Sayung Coast, Demak Regency, Indonesia
Authors: Asrofi Akhmad , Giyarsih Sri Rum , Hadmoko Danang Sri 
Published: December 2024

The Sayung coast is an area subject to the direct influence of coastal disasters, particularly tidal floods. Tis research aimed to investigate the impact of tidal floods on social and economic aspects in Sayung Subdistrict. In order to achieve the aim, data collection was conducted through a systematic process comprising structured interviews carried out using a questionnaire. The research also implemented a random sampling methodology, comprising a total of 23 informants and in-depth interviews were conducted with key informants to augment its comprehensiveness. Following this, the data processing and analysis followed a mixed-method approach where quantitative and qualitative data were analyzed using the Structural Equation Model (SEM) and grounded theory. The obtained results showed that tidal floods had a significant direct impact is able to influence physical health, employment, and property at 62.32%, 69.59% and and 65.43% respectively. Furthermore indirect impact property is able to influence property value by 62.78%, physical health, property damages and employment can influence mental health by 71.71% and physical health, employment can affect mobility by 66.89%. The finding accounts for a new insight that tidal floods have direct and indirect impacts on the community, as examined using the mixed-method approach. The study of tidal flood impacts on poor households in Sayung Coastal, Demak, offers different findings from previous ones. Some previous studies discuss the general effects of tidal floods while disregarding the framework of the direct and indirect impacts of the floods on poor households
Peliyanan terhadap Difabel dalam Novel Des Aveugles, Karya Hervé Guibert (1985)
Authors: Azmie Alvia Marata , Udasmoro Wening , Firmonasari Aprillia 
Published: December 2024

The process of “othering” in literary works has been widely researched. However, most the research on othering in literary works have focused more on group identities, such as race or religion. Othering process for people with disabilities are rarely discussed. The article written by Hervé Guibert entitled Des Aveugles (The Blind People) published in 1985, contains aspects about the life of people with visual disabilities. However, these people are positioned as actors who behave evilly in the novel. The author describes the characters with visual disabilities as people who are passionate and like to kill and finally they die at the end of the story. Female character also experiences a more tragic death than the male characters. This clarifies gender positions and hierarchies in the story. Therefore, this article attempts to examine the process of othering for people with disabilities related to gender hierarchies in the novel. The theory of subalternity is used as a lens to read the othering process. Meanwhile, the content analysis of the story is used as method of analysis.
ASSERTIVIDADE DA CHINA NO SISTEMA FINANCEIRO INTERNACIONAL:
Authors: Fernandes Marcelo Pereira , Wegner Rubia Cristina , Junior Antonio Alves 
Published: December 2024

Apesar da perda de credibilidade das agências de classificação de risco de crédito, sobretudo após a crise financeira de 2008, não se pode subestimar o poder que elas ainda desfrutam no sistema financeiro internacional e sua capacidade de interferir nos fluxos de capitais. A China, à luz de seu crescente poderio econômico e financeiro e do reconhecimento do processo de internacionalização, compreende que o funcionamento das maiores agências são um desafio a sua própria expansão. De um lado, seriam corresponsáveis pela instabilidade que levou à crise de 2008, e, de outro, um elemento da estrutura do sistema financeiro internacional dominado pelos interesses norte-americanos. O objetivo deste artigo é descrever e analisar a assertividade da China na reforma do sistema de classificação de risco de crédito.
Uma proposta de análise para a estrutura verbal em Paumarí
Authors: Duarte-Borges Guilherme Augusto 
Published: December 2024

O artigo é uma análise preliminar de estruturas verbais em paumarí, língua indígena da família Arawá, descrita pelos missionários do Summer Institute of Linguistics (SIL). Consideraram-se as estruturas descritas como causativas, marcadas com prefixo na- e sentenças intransitivizadas marcadas com sufixo -ha/-a. Foi proposto, utilizando-se o ferramental da Morfologia Distribuída, que a língua tem dois tipos de estruturas causativas, uma produtiva, marcada, e outra não marcada, porém marcada na anticausativa com o sufixo -ha, reinterpretando a marcação intransitivzadora em anticausativa, quando na presença de sujeito tema. Quando na presença de sujeito agente, o sufixo -ha é um categorizador verbal inergativo.
Diálogo de imagens
Authors: Bomfim Pedrosa Leonardo , Costa Juliana 
Published: December 2024

A partir da identificação da projeção de Iracema – uma transa amazônica (1974) na Mostra de Cinema Marginalizado, em 1978, o artigo investiga a inscrição do filme dentro de uma tradição experimental do cinema brasileiro e o uso do choque estético como estratégia de enfrentamento cinematográfico. Esse estudo é conduzido através de um diálogo de imagens com obras do Cinema Marginal, tendo como pressuposto teórico a ideia de Configuração, proposta por Alain Badiou (1998).