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Computations of mixed convection slip flow around the surface of a sphere: Effects of thermophoretic transportation and viscous dissipation
Authors: Ashraf Muhammad , Abbas Amir , Oztop Hakan F. , Nisar Kottakkaran S. , Khan Ilyas 
Published: June 2021

AbstractThe effects of thermophoretic motion and viscous dissipation on the two‐dimensional fluid flowing along different positions of a sphere are inspected by considering slip flow. The leading set of partial differential equations is altered as a set of nonlinear primitive partial differential equations utilizing primitive variable transformation. The finite difference method is used to solve the governing equations numerically. The impacts of appropriate parameters, such as Eckert number slip flow parameters, mixed convection parameter, and thermophoresis parameter on unknown variables, such as velocity profile, mass concentration, and temperature profile are analyzed and displayed with the help of graphs by using the highly technical software, Tecplot 360. And also, we have observed the effects of the identical parameters on skin friction coefficient, rate of heat, and rate of mass transfers by means of graphs. From the outcomes, we noted that (a) the velocity profile is dominant at position  rad and the temperature distribution and mass concentration are dominant at position  rad for increasing values of Eckert number. (b) Slip parameter boosts the velocity at position  rad but temperature and mass concentration are maximum at position  rad. (c) The thermophoretic parameter is also having a very strong impact on heat and fluid flow mechanics. The slip flow provides benefits in improving heat and mass transfer mechanisms along with skin friction. It is also predicted that the concentration boundary layer will be thinner during thermophoresis around the different positions. The novelty of the predicted work is holding slip flow with the inclusion of mechanical energy and thermophoretic motion around different positions of the sphere. It is worth mentioning that the obtained results predicted in graphs are satisfied by the prescribed boundary conditions, which yield the corrected skin friction, rate of heat transfer, and rate of mass transfer.
Experimental catchments in the Pampa biome: Database on hydrology in grasslands and eucalyptus plantations in subtropical Brazil
Authors: Reichert José Miguel , de Deus Junior José Carlos , Borges Junior Norton , Cavalcante Rosane Barbosa Lopes 
Published: June 2021

AbstractThe introduction of exotic, fast‐growing forest species in the Pampa biome (Southern Grasslands) is a controversial topic, considering the potential effect on water and soil resources. This repository contains hydrologic data (rainfall, discharge and turbidity) collected since 2011 in three small (≤1.1 km2), paired experimental catchments of the “Ponta da Canas” site, in the Pampa biome in subtropical Brazil. Two catchments are predominantly covered with eucalyptus plantations, and one with livestock‐grazing degraded grassland. For each catchment, the collected data include 10‐min resolution rainfall, streamflow, and turbidity (except for one of the eucalyptus catchments), automatically recorded in 10‐min intervals. In each catchment, rainfall is measured with an automatic tipping‐bucket rain gauge; stream depth is determined with a pressure transducer at the spillway, and a rating curve is used to estimate discharge; and turbidity is measured with a turbidimeter. The collected data are being used to understand water balance and sediment production under the distinct land uses, to improve forest management, and comply with State legislation.
Quantifying the impact of no‐till on sediment yield in southern Brazil at the hillslope and catchment scales
Authors: Londero Ana L. , Minella Jean P. G. , Schneider Fabio J. A. , Deuschle Dinis , Merten Gustavo H. , Evrard Olivier , Boeni Madalena 
Published: June 2021

AbstractNo‐till (NT) is a soil management system designed to protect soil resources from water erosion and provide numerous benefits compared to conventional tillage through the increase of organic matter inputs into the soil. However, NT in isolation is not sufficient to control erosion processes caused by an excessive production of surface runoff. This study evaluated soil losses on agricultural hillslopes under no‐till characterized by contrasted water, soil, and crop management conditions. To this end, water and soil losses were monitored between 2014 and 2018 at two scales, including four macroplots (0.6 ha; 27 events) and two paired zero‐order catchments (2.4 ha; 63 events). The resulting dataset covered a wide range of rainfall conditions that occurred in contrasted soil, crop, and runoff management conditions. Hyetographs, hydrographs, and sedigraphs were constructed, and these data were used to evaluate the impact of management on sediment yields, including that of terraces, scarification, and phytomass on sediment yield. The installation of terraces reduced sediment yield by 58.7%, mainly through surface runoff control. Crop management including an increased phytomass input efficiently controlled soil losses (63%), although it did not reduce runoff volume and peak flow. In contrast, scarification had no impact on runoff and soil losses. The current research demonstrated the need to combine the installation of terraces and leaving a high amount of phytomass on the soil to control surface runoff and erosion and reduce sediment yield. The current research therefore reinforces the relevance of the monitoring strategy conducted at the scale of macroplots and zero‐order catchments to evaluate the impact of contrasted water, soil, and crop management methods and select the most effective conservation agriculture practices.
Birth, breastfeeding, psychological flexibility and self‐compassion as predictors of mother–infant emotional availability in a cross‐sectional study
Authors: Whittingham Koa , Mitchell Amy E. 
Published: June 2021

AbstractThis study aimed to examine relationships between objective childbirth and breastfeeding events, subjective childbirth and breastfeeding experiences, and emotional availability in the mother–infant relationship. Further, it aimed to test two psychological variables, psychological flexibility and self‐compassion, as predictors of emotional availability. A convenience sample of 396 mothers of infants (<2 years) from Australia and New Zealand completed an online cross‐sectional survey. Objective breastfeeding events (difficulties), negative subjective birth/breastfeeding experiences, poorer psychological flexibility, and lower self‐compassion correlated with poorer emotional availability. After controlling for objective birth and breastfeeding variables using multiple linear regressions, better subjective breastfeeding experiences, psychological flexibility, and self‐compassion predicted the mutual attunement aspect of emotional availability, whereas better subjective birth experiences and psychological flexibility predicted the affect quality aspect of emotional availability. Mothers’ subjective experiences of birth and breastfeeding are important in understanding the early mother–infant relationship. Psychological flexibility and self‐compassion are important predictors of emotional availability and may be useful targets for psychological intervention aimed at optimising early mother–infant relationships.
Progress in thermal stability of all‐solid‐state‐Li‐ion‐batteries
Authors: Wu Yujing , Wang Shuo , Li Hong , Chen Liquan , Wu Fan 
Published: June 2021

AbstractThermal safety is one of the major issues for lithium‐ion batteries (LIBs) used in electric vehicles. The thermal runaway mechanism and process of LIBs have been extensively studied, but the thermal problems of LIBs remain intractable due to the flammability, volatility and corrosiveness of organic liquid electrolytes. To ultimately solve the thermal problem, all‐solid‐state LIBs (ASSLIBs) are considered to be the most promising technology. However, research on the thermal stability of solid‐state electrolytes (SEs) is still in its initial stage, and the thermal safety of ASSLIBs still needs further validation. Moreover, the specified reviews summarizing the thermal stability of ASSLIBs and all types of SEs are still missing. To fill this gap, this review systematically discussed recent progress in the field of thermal properties investigation for ASSLIBs, form levels of materials and interface to the whole battery. The thermal properties of three major types of SEs, including polymer, oxide, and sulfide SEs are systematically reviewed here. This review aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of the thermal stability of SEs for the benign development of ASSLIBs and their promising application under practical operating conditions.image
Modeling the efficiency of UV at 254 nm for disinfecting the different layers within N95 respirators
Authors: Abdalrhman Abdallatif Satti , Wang Chengjin , Manalac Angelica , Weersink Madrigal , Yassine Abdul‐Amir , Betz Vaughn , Barbeau Benoit , Lilge Lothar , Hofmann Ron 
Published: June 2021

AbstractThe study presented a Monte Carlo simulation of light transport in eight commonly used filtered facepiece respirators (FFRs) to assess the efficacy of UV at 254 nm for the inactivation of SARS‐CoV‐2. The results showed different fluence rates across the thickness of the eight different FFRs, implying that some FFR models may be more treatable than others, with the following order being (from most to least treatable): models 1512, 9105s, 1805, 9210, 1870+, 8210, 8110s and 1860, for single side illumination. The model predictions did not coincide well with some previously reported experimental data on virus inactivation when applied to FFR surfaces. The simulations predicted that FFRs should experience higher log reductions (>>6‐log) than those observed experimentally (often limited to ~5‐log). Possible explanations are virus shielding by aggregation or soiling, and a lack of the Monte Carlo simulations considering near‐field scattering effects that can create small, localized regions of low UV photon probability on the surface of the fiber material. If the latter is the main cause in limiting practical UV viral decontamination, improvement might be achieved by exposing the FFR to UV isotropically from all directions, such as by varying the UV source to the FFR surface angle during treatment.
Patient‐reported outcomes following autologous stem cell transplant for patients with multiple myeloma
Authors: Biran Noa , Zhai Wanting , Jensen Roxanne E. , Mandelblatt Jeanne , Kumka Susan , Unawane Rashmi , Graves Kristi D. , Vesole David H , Siegel David S , Potosky Arnold L. 
Published: June 2021

AbstractWe evaluated changes in patient‐reported outcomes and cognitive function from pre‐ to 3–6 months post‐treatment among 42 newly diagnosed patients with multiple myeloma undergoing transplant with complete data using PROMIS‐29. There were statistically significant improvements in physical (p < .001) and mental health (p < .001) but not cognition from pre‐treatment to 3–6 month follow‐up. Similar results were seen within age or comorbidity strata. Patients with myeloma undergoing transplant experienced generally improved short‐term health outcomes with no significant declines in cognition.
Next‐generation sequencing reveals the presence of DDX41 mutations in acute lymphoblastic leukemia and aplastic anemia
Authors: Zhang Yang , Wang Fang , Chen Xue , Liu Hong , Wang Xiaoliang , Chen Jiaqi , Cao Panxiang , Ma Xiaoli , Liu Hongxing 
Published: June 2021

AbstractLimited studies have been described DEAD‐box helicase 41 (DDX41) mutations in hematological diseases other than myeloid neoplasms. In this study, DDX41 mutations were identified in 0.8% of myeloid neoplasms, 0.9% of acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL), and 1.0% of aplastic anemia (AA). A total of 15 causal DDX41 variants in 14 patients were detected; seven of which have not been reported previously. In myeloid neoplasms, the median age of patients with germline missense was lower than that of germline nonsense mutations. In ALL, the characteristics of DDX41 mutation were distinct. This study first reported DDX41 mutations in ALL and AA, expanding its mutation and phenotypic spectrum.
The effect of urbanization on temperature indices in the Philippines
Authors: Manalo John A. , Matsumoto Jun , Takahashi Hiroshi G. , Villafuerte Marcelino Q. , Olaguera Lyndon Mark P. , Ren Guoyu , Cinco Thelma A. 
Published: June 2021

AbstractThis paper presents a comprehensive analysis of the effect of urbanization on the surface air temperature (SAT) from 1951 to 2018 in the Philippines. The daily minimum temperature (Tmin) and daily maximum temperature (Tmax) records from 34 meteorological stations were used to derive extreme temperature indices. These stations were then classified as urban or rural based on satellite night‐lights. The results showed a significant difference in the SAT trends between urban and rural stations, indicative of the effect of urbanization in the country. Larger and more significant warming trends were observed in indices related to Tmin than those related to Tmax. In particular, the effects of urbanization were significant in the annual index series of Tmin, diurnal temperature range, minimum Tmin, percentage of days when Tmin was less than the 10th percentile (TN10p), percentage of days when Tmin was greater than 90th percentile (TN90p), and the number of coldest nights. The effects of urbanization were not as clear on the index series of maximum Tmax (TXx), minimum Tmax (TXn), percentage of days when Tmax was less than 10th percentile (TX10p), and the number of hottest days. The effects of urbanization on the annual series of extreme temperature indices were statistically significant at the 95% confidence level, with the exception of Tmax, TXn, TXx, TX10p, and the number of hottest days. Further analysis revealed that the effect of urbanization was the greatest during the DJF (December–January–February) season. These findings serve as a baseline study that focuses on the countrywide effect of urbanization on SAT trends in the Philippines.
SIE‐Climate: A methodological and technological tool for predicting local climate variability in managing socio‐ecological systems
Authors: Sierra‐Cárdenas Erika , Usaquén‐Perilla Olga , Fonseca‐Molano Mauricio , Ochoa‐Echeverría Mauricio , Díaz‐Gómez Jaime , del Jesus Manuel 
Published: June 2021

AbstractClimate variability, as an element of uncertainty in water management, affects community, sectoral, and individual decision‐making. Long‐range prediction models are tools that offer the potential for integration and joint analysis with the hydrological, hydrodynamic, and management response of the socio‐ecological systems to which they are linked. The main objective of this article is to present a seasonal climate prediction model, the open‐source algorithm SIE‐Climate, whose application consists of three phases (exploration, development, and evaluation), and to describe its application to the Lake Sochagota socio‐ecological system (Paipa, Boyacá, Colombia). The K‐nearest neighbours method is used when defining a target matrix that represents and integrates macro‐ and micro‐climatic phenomena (Oceanic Niño Index, local temperature, and local rainfall) to identify periods of similar climatic behaviour. Considering a 1‐year horizon and management purposes the tool is calibrated and validated in periods with and without climatic anomalies (2000–2018), giving reliable adjustment results (RSME:4.86; R2: 0.95; PBIAS: −8.89%; EFF: 0.85). SIE‐Climate can be adapted to various contexts, variables of interest, and temporal and spatial scales, with an appropriate technological and computational cost for regional water management.
Psychometric properties of vaginal penetration cognition questionnaire (VPCQ) in Iranian women with sexual pain disorders
Authors: Banaei Mojdeh , Kariman Nourossadat , Ozgoli Giti , Sharif Nia Hamid , Nasiri Malihe 
Published: June 2021

AbstractAimThe aim of this study was to investigate the psychometric properties of the Persian version of the Vaginal Penetration Cognition Questionnaire (VPCQ).DesignCross‐sectional study.MethodsThis research was conducted in two phases from June 2019 to February 2020. Phase I: The World Health Organization Protocol of forward–backward translation and an expert panel in order to determine face and content validity. Phase II: Survey development with 352 eligible women with sexual pain disorders, construct validity, internal consistency and construct reliability were evaluated.ResultsThe exploratory factor analysis showed that the Persian version of VPCQ has three factors that explained 53.94% of the total variance. Confirmatory factor analysis also confirmed the fit of the three‐factor model. Convergent and divergent validity were confirmed for all factors. The average measure ICC was 0.99 (95% CI 0.98 to 0.99). The absolute reliability with estimated SEM of 2.67 and MDC% of 28% approved the reliability of the questionnaire.
What women want: General population perspectives and access to preconception expanded carrier screening
Authors: Rabkina Liya , Swanson Amy , Aufox Sharon , Propst Lauren , Fiddler Morris , Wagner Andrew , Arjunan Aishwarya 
Published: June 2021

AbstractObjectiveExpanded carrier screening (ECS) assesses the risk of individuals and couples of having a child affected with a set of genetic conditions. Carriers have options available to optimize pregnancy outcomes based on personal values and preferences. The greatest range of options is available prior to pregnancy, therefore professional societies recommend this screening be performed preconception. This study aimed to assess awareness of, and interest in, ECS in women preconception. Additionally, it aimed to evaluate preferences for timing and location of education and availability of ECS.MethodsA total of 260 nulliparous women from the general population were surveyed through Qualtrics, a national market research survey platform. Data were delineated using descriptive statistics.ResultsOf this cohort, 43.5% reported being aware of ECS prior to the survey and 77.8% indicated interest. Those previously aware were first informed by family, friends, or independent online research. Interest was primarily driven by a desire for reassurance and to make informed decisions about future pregnancies. Interested respondents indicated a willingness to request testing from providers. Participants showed a preference for education and access from a healthcare provider in person.ConclusionThese findings provide insight regarding when and where to best educate and reach women prior to pregnancy about ECS to maximize pregnancy outcomes.
Prescriptive standards of echocardiographic morphometric and functional parameters in uncomplicated monochorionic diamniotic fetuses
Authors: Torres Ximena , Martínez Josep M. , Gómez Olga , MartÍnez‐Portilla Raigam J. , García‐Otero Laura , Crispi Fátima , Masoller Narcís , Sepúlveda‐Martínez Álvaro , Marimón Edda , Gratacós Eduard , Figueras Francesc , Bennasar Mar 
Published: June 2021

AbstractObjectiveTo create prescriptive standards of cardiac morphometric and functional parameters in a cohort of uncomplicated monochorionic diamniotic (MCDA) twins.MethodFetal echocardiography was performed in a cohort of uncomplicated monochorionic twin fetuses scanned longitudinally, including comprehensive morphometric and functional parameters, using 2‐D imaging, M‐mode and conventional Doppler. A multilevel polynomial hierarchical model adjusted by gestational age and estimated fetal weight was used to fit each cardiac parameter.ResultsThe global heart dimensions including the atrial and ventricular areas, the ventricles dimensions and myocardial wall thicknesses and most of the functional parameters, such as the longitudinal myocardial motion and the biventricular cardiac output showed a positive quadratic increment throughout pregnancy. On the other hand, the left ejection fraction, shortening fraction and right fractional area change decreased with gestational age. Scatterplots for the main structural and functional parameters and ratios by gestational age, with mean, 5th, 10th, 90th, and 95th percentiles are provided. Regression equations by estimated fetal weight are also created.ConclusionWe provide specific comprehensive echocardiographic prescriptive standards for uncomplicated MCDA twin fetuses following current standardized methodology. The implementation of these charts will potentially help to better identify abnormal cardiovascular parameters associated to monochorionic complications.
Does non‐invasive prenatal testing affect the livebirth prevalence of Down syndrome in the Netherlands? A population‐based register study
Authors: de Groot‐van der Mooren Maurike , de Graaf Gert , Weijerman Michel E , Hoffer Mariette J. V , Knijnenburg Jeroen , van der Kevie‐Kersemaekers Anne‐Marie M. F , Kooper Angelique J. A , Voorhoeve Els , Sikkema‐Raddatz Birgit , van Zutven Laura J. C. M , Srebniak Malgorzata Ilona , Huijsdens‐van Amsterdam Karin , Engelen John J. M , Smeets Dominique , van Kaam Anton H , Cornel Martina C 
Published: June 2021

AbstractObjectiveTo evaluate if non‐invasive prenatal testing (NIPT) affects livebirth (LB) prevalence of Down syndrome (DS) in the Netherlands.MethodData from clinical genetics laboratories and the Working Party on Prenatal Diagnosis and Therapy (2014–2018) and previous published data (1991–2013) were used to assess trends for DS LB prevalence and reduction percentage (the net decrease in DS LBs resulting from selective termination of pregnancies). Statistics Netherlands provided general population data.ResultsDS LB prevalence increased from 11.6/10,000 in 1991 to 15.9/10,000 in 2002 (regression coefficient 0.246 [95% CI: 0.105–0.388; p = 0.003]). After 2002, LB prevalence decreased to 11.3/10,000 in 2014 and further to 9.9/10,000 in 2018 (regression coefficient 0.234 (95% CI: −0.338 to −0.131; p < 0.001). The reduction percentage increased from 26% in 1991 to 55.2% in 2018 (regression coefficient 0.012 (95% CI: 0.010–0.013; p < 0.001)). There were no trend changes after introducing NIPT as second‐tier (2014) and first‐tier test (2017).ConclusionsIntroducing NIPT did not change the decreasing trend in DS LB prevalence and increasing trend in reduction percentage. These trends may be caused by a broader development of more prenatal testing that had already started before introducing NIPT.
RosettaCM for antibodies with very long HCDR3s and low template availability
Authors: Kodali Pranav , Schoeder Clara T. , Schmitz Samuel , Crowe James E. , Meiler Jens 
Published: June 2021

AbstractAntibody‐antigen co‐crystal structures are a valuable resource for the fundamental understanding of antibody‐mediated immunity. Determination of structures with antibodies in complex with their antigens, however, is a laborious task without guarantee of success. Therefore, homology modeling of antibodies and docking to their respective antigens has become a very important technique to drive antibody and vaccine design. The quality of the antibody modeling process is critical for the success of these endeavors. Here, we compare different computational protocols for predicting antibody structure from sequence in the biomolecular modeling software Rosetta—all of which use multiple existing antibody structures to guide modeling. Specifically, we compare protocols developed solely to predict antibody structure (RosettaAntibody, AbPredict) with a universal homology modeling protocol (RosettaCM). Following recent advances in homology modeling with multiple templates simultaneously, we propose that the use of multiple templates over the same antibody regions may improve modeling performance. To evaluate whether multi‐template comparative modeling with RosettaCM can improve the modeling accuracy of antibodies over existing methods, this study compares the performance of the three modeling algorithms when modeling human antibodies taken from antibody‐antigen co‐crystal structures. In these benchmarking experiments, RosettaCM outperformed other methods when modeling antibodies with long HCDR3s and few available templates.