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Curcumin on Human Health: A Comprehensive Systematic Review and Meta‐Analysis of 103 Randomized Controlled Trials
Authors: Jafari Ali , Abbastabar Maryam , Alaghi Alireza , Heshmati Javad , Crowe Francesca L. , Sepidarkish Mahdi 
Published: October 2024

ABSTRACTThe aim of this meta‐analysis was to determine the effect of curcumin on a range of health outcomes. PubMed, EMBASE, Scopus, and Web of Science were searched from inception until September 2023. Randomized clinical trials (RCTs) that compared the effect of Curcuma longa L. with placebo were considered eligible. The risk of bias and overall certainty of evidence were assessed using the Newcastle‐Ottawa Scale and Grading of Recommendations Assessment, Development, and Evaluation (GRADE), respectively. We meta‐analyzed the effect sizes across eligible studies using the random‐effects model. In total, 103 RCTs on 42 outcomes were included, incorporating a total population of 7216 participants. Overall, 23 out of 42 (55%) outcomes reported statistically significant effect sizes. The credibility of the evidence was rated as high for fasting blood sugar (FBS), C‐reactive protein (CRP), high‐density lipoprotein (HDL), and weight. The remaining outcomes presented moderate (waist circumference [WC], hip circumference [HC], body mass index [BMI], insulin, Homeostatic Model Assessment for Insulin Resistance [HOMA‐IR], quantitative insulin‐sensitivity check index [QUICKI], leptin, gamma‐glutamyl transferase [GGT], glutathione [GSH], and superoxide dismutase [SOD]), low (14 outcomes), or very low (14 outcomes) evidence. In conclusion, curcumin supplementation can modify FBS and some glycemic indices, lipid parameters, as well as inflammatory and oxidative parameters. This updated summary of the accumulated evidence may help inform clinicians and future guidelines regarding medical and scientific interest in curcumin. However, due to limitations in the methodological quality of the included studies, well‐designed and long‐term RCTs with large sample sizes are needed.
Trial registration: PROSPERO: CRD42021251969
Multilevel Stimuli–Responsive Smart “Sandwich” Label with Physical Unclonable Functions Bionic Wrinkles and Space‐Selective Fluorescence Patterns
Authors: Li Yan , Li Yang , Zhao Zejia , Li Yanyan , Song Feng , Huang Wei 
Published: October 2024

AbstractWith the increasing popularity of the internet, it brings convenience to lives while also increases security risks. Physical Unclonable Functions (PUFs) can generate random, unclonable, and unique identifiers using their inherent physical characteristics, which have broad prospects in anti‐counterfeiting. Herein, inspired by the irregular tree bark fissures and random skin wrinkles found in nature, a method for creating complex micro‐wrinkles with unclonable random patterns is proposed by simply stretching hydrogels. The random texture information contained in the micro‐wrinkles is digitized into binary codes using an adaptive threshold algorithm. Additionally, a novel “sandwich” label with a multilevel intelligent anti‐counterfeiting system is proposed. The first‐level involves photoluminescence encryption with adjustable luminescence within visible light range and modulated luminescence at different excitation wavelengths; the second‐level includes strain‐related mechanical encryption, and the third‐level consists of highly random and unclonable micro‐wrinkles. The certification difficulty increases as the anti‐counterfeiting grade increases, thereby enhancing label security. Furthermore, space‐selective doping of rare earth metal–organic framework (RE‐MOF) fluorescent materials in hydrogels is achieved through the use of screen‐printing technology. The concept of novel multilevel smart anti‐counterfeiting PUF labels will further enhance current levels of counterfeiting prevention.
Screening Surface‐Defective Graphene Quantum Dots: Promoting Plant Growth and Combating Phytovirus
Authors: Guo Shengxin , Xu Ying , Wang Ya , Guo Renjiang , Tang Yao , Chen Moxian , Lv Menglan , Wu Jian 
Published: October 2024

AbstractReduced graphene quantum dots (r‐GQD), graphene oxide quantum dots (GOQD), and carboxylated graphene quantum dots (C‐GQD) are screened to promote tobacco growth and combat tobacco mosaic virus (TMV). First, a 21‐day foliar exposure is employed to explore GQDs’ impacts on N. benthamiana. Surface‐defective GOQD and C‐GQD are screened out to facilitate N. benthamiana uptake through leaf stomata, and to promote seedlings of differently leaf ages to various degrees at different concentrations after different durations of foliar exposure. Specially, compared to the ddH2O treatment, GOQD/C‐GQD at 400 mg L−1 increase biomass by 44%/68%, increase chlorophyll content by 43%/54% and up‐regulate the expression of growth‐related genes NtLRX1, CycB, and NtPIP1 by more than two‐fold. Second, different from the transient inhibition shown by r‐GQD and the TMV enhancement shown by GOQD, C‐GQD can directly inactivate TMV infection by inducing TMV aggregation and attachment outside TMV, significantly decreasing TMV replication and hindering TMV spread over 21‐day. Specially, C‐GQD decreases the transcript abundance of TMV RdRp and TMV CP to 0.11‐fold and 0.29‐fold, and down‐regulates the host defensive response pathways. This work provides a comparative analysis of GQDs with different surface‐functionalizations, highlighting C‐GQD as a promising nanotechnology tool for promoting plant growth and inactivating phytovirus.
Iron‐Free Anode Boosting High Energy Efficiency Aqueous Full Iron‐Ion Batteries
Authors: Li Chang , Guo Xinyu , Deng Wenjun , Shen Na , Zhou Yi , Chen Yan , Li Rui 
Published: October 2024

AbstractAqueous iron‐ion batteries with reversible storage of Fe2+ have undergone rapid development in recent years. Consistently throughout these studies, metallic iron is selected as the anode material. However, the large overpotential (250 mV) associated with the plating/stripping process of iron in aqueous solutions leads to unsatisfactory energy efficiency of the battery, although high capacity and Coulomb efficiency can be achieved. Herein, an iron‐free anode material, 9,10‐anthraquinone (AQ) is proposed in aqueous iron‐ion batteries, which shows a low reaction potential and minimal polarization during storing iron ions. The organic anode exhibits favorable specific capacity of 106 mAh g−1 at 0.5 A g−1 and excellent cycling stability (92.6% retention after 500 cycles). In addition, an aqueous full iron‐ion battery is constructed using AQ as the anode and 9,10‐phenanthraquinone (PQ) as the cathode. The full battery demonstrates an enhanced energy efficiency of 72%, which is 206% higher than that of metal iron anode, and shows excellent cycling stability and Coulombic efficiency. This work provides a viable route to overcome the high polarization of metallic iron anode and promote the development of aqueous iron‐ion batteries.
Empfehlungen zur Bemessung von Sandwichkonstruktionen
Authors: Naujoks Bernd , Ardelmann Niklas 
Published: October 2024

AbstractParallel zur Überarbeitung und Neuerscheinung der Produktnorm für Sandwichelemente EN 14509 soll als Teil der Normenreihe des Eurocode 3 demnächst die EN 1993‐7 für die Bemessung und Konstruktion von Sandwichelementen erscheinen. Nachfolgend werden anhand von Berechnungsbeispielen die Neuerungen in dieser Norm gegenüber dem Anhang E – Bemessungsverfahren der DIN EN 14509:2013‐12 vorgestellt und erläutert. In einem zusätzlichen Beispiel wird der Einfluss der seitlichen Stützung von Sandwichwandelementen auf Wandriegel untersucht.
A Terbium‐Based MOF as Fluorescent Probe for Selective Sensing of Nitrobenzene and Fe3+
Authors: Zhang Shiman , Li Jiahui , Feng Songjiang , Fan Liming , Liu Yanlian , Wen Rongmei 
Published: October 2024

AbstractA three‐dimensional metal‐organic framework named as [TbL(OH)2](COOH)3 ⋅ (solvent)x (Tb‐MOF), was successfully obtained by using Tb(NO3)3 ⋅ 6H2O and 1,1′,1′′‐(2,4,6‐trimethylbenzene‐1,3,5‐triyl)tris(methylene)‐tris(4‐carboxy‐pyridinium)tribromide (H3LBr3) as raw materials. A series of fluorescence detection experiments demonstrate that Tb‐MOF shows a fluorescence quenching effect on NB. Moreover, Tb‐MOF also exhibits a very fast fluorescence quenching response to trace Fe3+ ions, which is unaffected by the existence of other competitive metal cations. The linear curve between the fluorescence intensity of Tb‐MOF and the concentration of Fe3+ was plotted by the fluorescence titration experiments data. The calculated LOD for Fe3+ ions is 2.86×10−6 M. Therefore, based on the characteristics of Tb‐MOF, it can be regarded as a luminescent sensor for detecting NB and Fe3+. We have also explored the quenching mechanism of Tb‐MOF as a fluorescent sensing material.
How Permacrisis Has Redefined EU–LAC Trade Governance
Authors: Zelicovich Julieta 
Published: October 2024

AbstractThis chapter examines how the repercussions of an era of permacrisis have shaped the dynamics of trade governance between the European Union and Latin America. This study delves into the evolution of interregional trade governance, scrutinizing data and documents to identify trends and changes during the last decade. The chapter analyzes the limitations of the “old” governance mechanism built by a series of free trade agreements and identifies three new key mechanisms that are shaping interregional trade governance: the modernization of existing free trade agreements and conclusion of pending negotiations, the establishment of a new type of trade-related cooperation sectoral agreements, and unilateral reforms. Our findings highlight the continued relevance of trade for interregional integration. They offer valuable insights into the changing dynamics of trade governance in the permacrisis context and, at the same time, highlight the asymmetries and vulnerabilities in the EU–Latin America relationship.
Stabilizing Asset Prices Through Transition from Continuous Trading to Electronic Auctions
Authors: Schulmeister Stephan 
Published: October 2024

AbstractThis chapter analyzes a core component of what is defined in this volume as Permacrisis, namely, the pattern of asset price dynamics as a sequence of “bull markets” and “bear markets.” Based on this analysis, a new concept for stabilizing the “long swings” of asset prices is elaborated, namely, replacing continuous asset trading with electronic auctions. First, I sketch the channels through which the “overshooting” of exchange rates, commodities prices, and stock prices but also of EU carbon prices dampens the real economy and hampers fighting global heating. Second, a theoretical alternative to the still dominating “efficient market hypothesis” is presented, the “bull-bear-hypothesis.” Third, I discuss the role of “technical” or “algorithmic” trading strategies in exploiting short-term asset price trends and strengthening them at the same time. Fourth, it is shown that bulls (bear) markets result from (very) short-term trends (“runs”) in line with the prevailing (bullish or bearish) market sentiment lasting longer than counter-movements. Fifth, to mitigate the extent of the “long swings” of asset prices one needs to restrict (super) fast speculation unrelated to market fundamentals, thereby dampening the short-term trending of asset prices. Instead of implementing a financial transactions tax, one could achieve this objective also by replacing continuous trading with electronic auctions, for example, every 3 h. This approach is theoretically more appealing, technically easy to implement, and has so far not seriously been discussed.
Hydrogen Around the World
Authors: Nuttall William J. , Powell Joseph B. , Anaya-Stucchi Karim L. , Bakenne Adetokunboh T. , Wilson Andy 
Published: October 2024

AbstractHydrogen is emerging as an important energy option simultaneously in many regions of the world. This chapter briefly summarises diverse global perspectives and policies, particularly those in North America and Europe (the United Kingdom and the European Union). It is suggested that hydrogen for heavy duty road transport might emerge first in North America. Hydrogen for use in industrial processes (possibly linking to domestic heating) might emerge first in the UK.
Circularity Criteria and Indicators at the Building Component and System Level
Authors: Tleuken Aidana , Karaca Ferhat , Askar Rand , Leindecker Gerald , Kahraman Ilker , Giarma Christina , Cervantes Puma Genesis Camila , Pineda-Martos Rocío , Bolatkhanov Iskander , Palermo Michele , Arrè Lidiana , Syed Ali Akbar Shah , Ahad Inam Ul , Sofronievska Liljana Dimevska , Cvetkovska Meri , Tavares Vanessa , Bragança Luís 
Published: October 2024

AbstractThe implementation of circular economy principles in building activities holds the potential for substantial environmental, economic, and social benefits. Although extensive research has examined the impact of circularity strategies on various aspects of buildings, there is a significant gap in the literature focusing specifically on building components and systems (BC&S). Most existing studies develop indicators applicable to buildings as a whole or solely at the materials level. This study aims to address this gap by identifying and emphasising specific circularity criteria for BC&S, including structure, infill, and services. The primary objective is to elucidate the contribution of each system to the overall circularity of buildings, thereby prioritising the most impactful circularity aspects. At the component level, it is essential to consider the specific attributes of component assemblies that constitute a system. To enhance the practical application of these findings, the study is supplemented with relevant case studies demonstrating best practices for circularity in BC&S. These case studies provide empirical evidence and practical examples of how targeted circularity strategies can improve the sustainability and efficiency of building practices, thereby advancing the goals of the circular economy.
Circularity Criteria and Indicators at the Whole Building Design Level
Authors: Feizollahbeigi Bahar , Mateus Ricardo , Güemez Elena Goicolea , Gómez-Gil Marta 
Published: October 2024

AbstractThe built environment accounts for approximately 50% of total raw material extraction and 25% of all waste in the European Union, much of which comprises materials with significant potential for reuse and recycling. Given the finite nature of the planet’s resources, transitioning to a circular economy (CE) approach within the built environment, particularly at the building design level, is essential for sustainability. Indicators serve as vital tools for assessing circularity and guiding the implementation of CE principles in the design, construction and management of buildings and infrastructure. This chapter examines international, European, and national policies and standards, highlighting the most pertinent circularity indicators at the whole building design level. It provides a categorised list of the most widely used indicators for measuring circularity. A bibliographic-analytical approach is employed to evaluate the prevalence and alignment of various sustainability and circularity indicators within international and European policies and standards at the building level. The efforts of European countries, with particular reference to Portugal and Spain, in developing circularity frameworks for the construction sector, are also explored. The identified indicators are classified into seven categories based on their impact areas: Material and Resources, Energy, Water, Waste Management, Ecosystem, Social, and Economic. Each category and its subset indicators are analysed in detail. Finally, the chapter provides recommendations for further research to enhance the integration of CE principles into the design processes of the construction sector, thereby contributing to a more sustainable built environment.
Circularity Tools and Frameworks for Existing Buildings
Authors: Abu-Ghaida Haitham , Rosado Leonardo 
Published: October 2024

AbstractAs the world embraces sustainable practices, the concept of circularity has become increasingly important, especially in the context of existing buildings. This chapter comprehensively analyses circularity tools and methods, focusing on their application in the built environment. By examining a variety of tools—both quantitative and qualitative—we explore their methodologies, information requirements, and levels of detail. This structured approach systematically evaluates products, materials, and systems in terms of their potential to support a closed-loop materials flow. Our analysis highlights the necessity of continuously updating and refining these tools to incorporate the latest data, trends, and technologies, guiding the construction and urban development sectors toward a more sustainable future. The chapter is a valuable resource for practitioners, researchers, and policymakers seeking to enhance the sustainability of existing buildings.
Analysis of Africa’s Business to Consumer E-commerce Development and Outlook on China’s Investment in Africa
Authors: Wang Zhan , Liu Ruoyun , Wang Siqian 
Published: October 2024

AbstractThe development of Africa’s economy and trade and China's investment in Africa have become the focus of scholars’ research in recent years. Taking Africa's Business to Consumer e-commerce as the research object, this chapter analyses the development of e-commerce in typical African countries from four aspects: information technology, economic development, logistics facilities and e-commerce-related laws and regulations and analyses the characteristics and trends of e-commerce development in Africa. We use literature analysis in this chapter. Based on our analysis, it is recommended that Chinese enterprises invest in Africa mainly in the infrastructure, logistics industry, e-commerce platforms and third-party payment platforms.
Riding the Dragon: A Framework for Productive Collaboration
Authors: E Little Stephen 
Published: October 2024

AbstractThis chapter explores the prospect for effective STI collaboration between Africa and China by examining the comparative and competitive advantages they have made that country a key contributor to a globalised economy and by identifying the obstacles and opportunities for effective African engagement with the current stage of globalisation. It evaluates the context of China’s recent engagement with Africa, sets out the challenges presented by postcolonial relationships across the continent and identifies the material, institutional and human resources with which African countries can contribute to the challenges and opportunities presented by the threat of climate change and the potential of a Fourth Industrial Revolution.
A nomogram to predict “pure” vs. “mixed” uric acid urinary stones
Authors: Zieber Liran , Creiderman Gherman , Krenawi Muhammad , Rothenstein Daniel , Enikeev Dmitry , Ehrlich Yaron , Lifshitz David 
Published: October 2024

Abstract
Purpose
Uric acid stones (UAS) can be treated non-invasively by oral chemolysis. However, it is crucial to identify individuals who are most likely to benefit from this approach, specifically, patients with pure UAS. The aim of this study was to develop a nomogram that can differentiate between pure and mixed UAS.

Methods
A retrospective analysis of demographic, clinical and stone composition data of patients with a predominant UAS composition (≥ 50%) treated between 2014 and 2022.

Results
A total of 135 patients were included in the analysis, 37.8% had mixed UAS (50–90% UA) and 62.2% had pure UAS (≥ 95% UA). The mean stone density and the percentage of radiopaque stones in the pure UAS group were significantly lower than those in the mixed UAS group (450 Hounsfield Units [HU] vs. 600 HU, and 24% vs. 58%, respectively). A stepwise multivariate logistic regression revealed that lower stone density, bigger size, decreased stone opacity and older age are predictive variables for pure UAS. Accordingly, a nomogram was generated with a receiver operating characteristic (ROC) curve that showed an area under the curve (AUC) of 0.78. A patient with a total score of 156 has a probability of > 95% for pure UAS.

Conclusion
Imaging and demographic data can be used to identify patients with pure UAS. The nomogram may be useful for counseling patients regarding oral chemolysis. Future validation of the nomogram with a different data set is required to assess its efficacy.
Talking About Incarceration History: Engaging Patients and Healthcare Providers in Communication
Authors: Patil Ankita , Hutchins GeorgePatrick J. , Dabbara Harika , Handunge Veronica L. , Lewis-O’Connor Annie , Vanjani Rahul , Botero Monik C. 
Published: October 2024

Abstract

Background
Incarcerated individuals in carceral facilities demonstrate an elevated prevalence of chronic disease conditions which are likely to persist post-release. Healthcare providers may not be trained on how exposure to incarceration may influence patient health outcomes and patient-provider communication.

Objective
To examine the self-perceived preparedness of healthcare providers to interview patients regarding history of incarceration and the potential related health consequences.

Design
This cross-sectional study consisted of a web-based self-administered questionnaire distributed via email to a random sample of healthcare providers in the Department of Medicine at Brigham and Women’s Hospital.

Participants
In total, 400 healthcare providers were invited to participate; 114 respondents completed the survey, of which 26% were medical doctors (n=30), 41% were physician assistants (n=47), and 32% were nurse practitioners (n=37).

Main Measures
Understanding healthcare provider training in caring for formerly incarcerated patients, current treatment practices and confidence caring for patients who have experienced incarceration, and implications for clinical care.

Key Results
Of 114 respondents, 73% reported that they currently care for formerly incarcerated patients. However, only 8% received specialized training for the care of formerly incarcerated patients. While most respondents did not ask their patients about prior history of incarceration (81%), when asked about comfortability in doing so, 60% reported low levels of comfort. Most providers (77%) reported high agreement that incarceration impacted health, with 54% reporting that it led to significant healthcare access barriers, but 64% reported low confidence levels in addressing the needs of formerly incarcerated patients.

Conclusions
Healthcare workers recognized incarceration as a detrimental health exposure. However, providers reported low levels of confidence in understanding and addressing the unique needs of patients who experienced incarceration. Findings support the need for further training regarding how to address the needs of formerly incarcerated patients, which would support efforts towards achieving equitable healthcare.