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A New Spectrum and Energy Efficiency Trade‐Off Control Paradigm for D2D Communications
Authors: Kim Sungwook 
Published: October 2024

ABSTRACTDevice‐to‐device (D2D) technology has been extensively studied by virtue of its ability to reduce traffic load and communication delay while improving network performance. However, it is a challenging issue to simultaneously coordinate the energy efficiency (EE) and spectrum efficiency (SE) in D2D communications. In this paper, we investigate a multiobject optimization problem with conflicting criteria and propose a new solution paradigm to balance the EE and SE. Based on the ideas of multicriteria decision‐making method and bargaining game theory, we develop a new power control scheme for D2D communications. The major novelty of our approach is to strike a balance between the EE and SE through the developed multiple criteria bargaining process. The quantification of EE‐SE tradeoff is appropriately negotiated to reach a mutually acceptable agreement. Therefore, the proposed scheme selects the best power strategy that exploits the varying D2D communication conditions. To reduce the complexity, each individual D2D communication pair executes the power control algorithm independently and iteratively in a distributed manner. Therefore, the proposed scheme can be implemented with the acceptable polynomial complexity. Finally, extensive simulation results are presented to demonstrate the effectiveness and outperformance of the proposed scheme over the existing state‐of‐the‐art protocols in terms of device payoff, D2D system throughput, and energy efficiency ratio. Our proposed multicriteria bargaining paradigm can be concerned to solve different kinds of multi‐object problem for various application scenarios.
The Cytological Diagnosis of a Malignant Effusion Is Independent of the Volume of Fluid Processed
Authors: Priddy‐Arrington Michael Ann , Niu Shuo , Wilson Emily M. , Bakht Azad , Aly Fatima Zahra 
Published: October 2024

ABSTRACTBackgroundThe relationship between pleural fluid volume and cytological diagnosis of malignancy has been often investigated with conflicting conclusions on whether or not a minimum fluid volume should be defined. The primary objective of this retrospective investigation is to evaluate the relationship between fluid volume and cytological diagnosis of malignancy.MethodsA total of 511 body fluid specimen reports received between January 2018 and December 2019 were examined to investigate the relationship between diagnosis of malignancy to volume and biochemical properties. Pleural fluid (n = 252) and peritoneal fluid (n = 250) specimens were binned into two volume groups (< 75 mL, ≥ 75 mL). Pericardial fluid specimens (n = 9) were excluded due to small sample size.ResultsPrevalence of malignancy for pleural and peritoneal fluids was 20.2% and 20.08%, respectively, with no significant difference between the two volume groups. Malignant pleural effusions were associated with a serum to fluid protein ratio > 0.5 and malignant peritoneal effusions were associated with a serum ascites albumin gradient (SAAG) < 1.1 g/dL.ConclusionsOur study did not find a significant difference in the diagnosis of malignancy between volumes ≥ 75 mL and < 75 mL in either pleural or peritoneal fluid. Fluid volume is, therefore, not an adequacy criterion for detecting malignancy in either pleural or peritoneal fluid. Our analysis on the biochemical properties of each malignant fluid type was supportive of current use of Light's criteria and SAAG for effusion fluid evaluation.
A Delphi consensus project to capture experts' opinion on hyperkalaemia management across the cardiorenal spectrum
Authors: Chrysohoou Christina , Marketou Maria , Aktsiali Maria , Griveas Ioannis 
Published: October 2024

AbstractThe main purpose of this project was to capture experts' opinion on hyperkalaemia management and form best practice recommendations for cardiorenal patients in Greece. A steering committee of nephrologists and cardiologists developed 37 statements. An online questionnaire completed by 32 experts in cardiorenal management in Greece. Median score used to determine the level of agreement and disagreement index (DI) used to determine the level of consensus for each statement. Statements divided in four sectors: hyperkalaemia risk management, preventative measures, treatment and collaboration between specialties. The rate of the first round of the consensus was 94.6%. Median score was >7 for 36 of 37 statements and DI ≤ 1 for 35 of 37. Among other statements, consensus reached for recognizing levels K+ > 5.0 mEq/L as associated with elevated mortality risk; retaining renin–angiotensin–aldosterone system inhibitors (RAASi) on maximum recommended dose for cardiorenal patients; and using novel K+ binders to help enabling guideline‐recommended doses of RAASi therapy. Cardiologists compared to nephrologists showed higher reluctance to discontinue down‐titrate RAASi and MRA in patients with K+ levels above 5 mEq/L. Additionally, 88.9% of nephrologists and 71.4% of cardiologists agreed that cross‐specialty alignment on a serum K+ concentration level (K > 5.5 mEq/L) is needed to initiate hyperkalaemia treatment. Both cardiologists and nephrologists showed disagreement with the statement on keeping titration in cardiorenal patients with K+ > 5.5 mEq/L or preserving fruit and vegetable consumption when moderate or severe hyperkalaemia exhibits. This Delphi project pointed out nephrologists' and cardiologists' agreement on hyperkalaemia management in cardiorenal patients; thus, it can help a cross‐specialty optimal management of cardiorenal patients, with hyperkalaemia not being an obstacle for disease‐optimizing therapy. Novel potassium binding agents can enable guideline‐recommended doses of potassium‐sparing medication.
The Consequences of Age Discrimination via Perceived Work Ability: Downstream Effects on Well‐Being, Performance, and Motivation
Authors: Brady Grant M. , Cadiz David M. , Truxillo Donald M. , Zaniboni Sara 
Published: October 2024

ABSTRACTThe workforce is aging and becoming more age‐diverse. To better support people working across the lifespan, it is important to understand the barriers they face and the consequences of such barriers. Drawing on the job demands‐resources model, we evaluate the negative effects of age discrimination on employees' perceived work ability and the subsequent consequences for employee well‐being, performance, and motivation. Using two field samples, with two and three data collection time‐points respectively, we hypothesize and find support for age discrimination's direct negative effect on perceived work ability. Moreover, we find support for our hypotheses that age discrimination will have negative indirect effects on employee well‐being, performance, and motivation through perceived work ability. Together, these studies contribute to the aging workforce literature and extend both the age discrimination and work ability literatures by identifying a mechanism through which age discrimination leads to negative consequences for employee well‐being and work outcomes.
Next Generation of Solid Target Radionuclide Antibody Conjugates for Tumor Immuno‐Therapy
Authors: Hou Xingguo , Kong Xiangxing , Yao Yuan , Liu Song , Ren Ya'nan , Hu Muye , Wang Zilei , Zhu Hua , Yang Zhi 
Published: October 2024

ABSTRACTImmune checkpoint therapy has emerged as an effective treatment option for various types of cancers. Key immune checkpoint molecules, such as cytotoxic T‐lymphocyte‐associated protein 4 (CTLA‐4), programmed cell death protein 1 (PD‐1), and lymphocyte activation gene 3 (LAG‐3), have become pivotal targets in cancer immunotherapy. Antibodies designed to inhibit these molecules have demonstrated significant clinical efficacy. Nevertheless, the ability to monitor changes in the immune status of tumors and predict treatment response remains limited. Conventional methods, such as assessing lymphocytes in peripheral blood or conducting tumor biopsies, are inadequate for providing real‐time, spatial information about T‐cell distributions within heterogeneous tumors. Positron emission tomography (PET) using T‐cell specific probes represents a promising and noninvasive approach to monitor both systemic and intratumoral immune changes during treatment. This technique holds substantial clinical significance and potential utility. In this paper, we review the applications of PET probes that target immune cells in molecular imaging.
Development of a Deep Learning‐Assisted Mobile Application for the Identification of Nematodes Through Microscopic Images
Authors: Singh Naseeb , Singh Ashish Kumar , Dhruw L. K. , Kaur Simardeep , Hazarika S. , Mishra K. K. , Mishra V. K. , Kant Laxmi 
Published: October 2024

ABSTRACTNematodes are microscopic metazoans, some species of which can be used as biological insecticides, while some other species annually damage 10.0%–20.0% of crops globally. Accurate identification of nematodes is crucial for their effective utilisation or control. Current methods of nematode identification are labour‐intensive, time‐consuming, and prone to false positives, thus necessitating the development of an intelligent system for their identification from microscopic images without technical assistance. In this study, a novel approach was investigated for the identification of nematodes from microscopic images. A novel lightweight convolutional neural network (CNN) was developed to identify the nematodes belonging to different trophic groups (Heterorhabditis indica, Meloidogyne incognita, Helicotylenchus, Anguina tritici, and Xiphinema). The CNN model was trained for 75 epochs using 70.0% of the nematode dataset, with validation on 20.0% of the dataset. To ensure unbiased evaluation, 30 images from each class were randomly selected from the remaining 10.0% of the dataset for testing the classification performance of the trained model. The trained models achieved an average classification accuracy, precision, recall, and F1‐score values of 98.52%, 95.66%, 95.56%, and 95.56%, respectively. The proposed CNN was found to be four times faster and five times lighter against a marginal (< 1.0%) decrease in accuracy when compared with the existing state‐of‐the‐art CNNs. The classification accuracy of the developed mobile application was validated by nematode specialists on freshly captured data and found to be greater than 98.0%. Hence, the developed mobile application can be effectively applied for the identification of targeted nematodes and eliminate the necessity of specialists.
Prescriber Adherence to Antihypertensive Prescription Guidelines and the Impact of Patient Socioeconomic Factors: A Cross‐Sectional Study Using Data From the Irish Longitudinal Study on Ageing
Authors: Akhtar Alizeh , Burton Edel , Bermingham Margaret , Kearney Patricia M. 
Published: October 2024

ABSTRACTPurposeUncontrolled hypertension causes significant morbidity and mortality worldwide. Several prescribing guidelines have been created to address this, however, prescriber adherence to guidelines is influenced by various sociodemographic patient factors. This study aims to determine the effects of these patient factors on prescriber adherence to antihypertensive prescription guidelines.MethodsA secondary analysis of data from the first wave of The Irish Longitudinal Study on Ageing (TILDA), was conducted. Participants were included if they reported previous hypertension diagnoses. Antihypertensive medication regimes were compared with the prescribing guidance in the 2011 NICE hypertension guidelines. The effects of patient sociodemographic factors on prescriber adherence to guidelines, and the effect of prescriber adherence on blood pressure control (≥ 140/90 mmHg), were determined using binomial logistic regression models.ResultsA total of 2992 participants were included in this analysis; 54.9% female with mean age 65.7 years (±9.23). Male sex and older age, and lower socioeconomic status were associated with increased prescriber guideline adherence. Prescribers were less likely to adhere to guidelines in female patients ≥ 55 years (Relative Risk [RR] 0.75 [0.62, 0.91]), and female patients across all age groups (RR 0.80 [0.67, 0.95]). Better blood pressure control was seen with medication regimes adherent to prescription guidelines (140.38 (±18.98)/83.09 (±11.02) mmHg adherent vs. 141.66 (±19.86)/84.77 (±11.71) mmHg non‐adherent).ConclusionsThis study highlights the effect of patient sex on prescriber adherence to antihypertensive prescription guidelines, emphasizing a larger issue of systemic undertreatment of females observed within healthcare. Further research is needed to determine the reasons for such differences in hypertensive care.
A Systematic Review and Meta‐Analysis of the Effects of Dietary Isoflavones on Female Hormone‐Dependent Cancers for Benefit–Risk Evaluation
Authors: Chakravarti Bandana , Rajput Swati , Srivastava Anubhav , Sharma Lokendra Kumar , Sinha Rohit Anthony , Chattopadhyay Naibedya , Siddiqui Jawed Akhtar 
Published: October 2024

ABSTRACTFemale hormone‐dependent cancers depend on estrogen for their growth. Numerous studies have explored the antitumor effect of dietary isoflavones on female hormone‐dependent cancers. Still, few clinical evidence supports the use of isoflavones in female hormone‐dependent cancer patients. This study was performed to examine the impact of dietary isoflavones on tumor growth of female hormone‐dependent cancers and accelerate the transformation of research from bench to bedside. We searched PubMed Medline, Web of Science, and Google Scholar for relevant articles related to the effect of dietary isoflavone on tumor growth of experimental animal models of female hormone‐dependent cancers from 1998 to 2024. The effects of dietary isoflavones on tumor growth were analyzed between the control and treatment groups using comprehensive meta‐analysis software (CMA). We included 30 studies describing tumor growth focused on female hormone‐dependent cancer types, including breast, ovarian, and uterine cancers. Overall, a pooled analysis revealed that dietary isoflavones reduced tumor volume (Hedge's g = −1.151, 95% CI = −1.717 to −0.585, p = 0.000) and tumor weight (Hedge's g = −2.584, 95% CI = −3.618 to −1.549, p = 0.000). On the other hand, dietary isoflavones increased tumor area (Hedge's g = 1.136, 95% CI = 0.752 to 1.520, p = 0.000). Dietary isoflavones have potential benefits and risks in female hormone‐dependent cancers. Therefore, caution should be exercised when considering the intake of dietary isoflavones in female hormone‐dependent cancer patients, particularly in the form of supplements.
Efficient Growth of 1D Van der Waals Heterostructures on Zeolite‐Supported SWCNTs
Authors: Zhang Ruixi , Levshov Dmitry , Otsuka Keigo , Feng Ya , Zheng Yongjia , Kauppinen Esko I. , Chiashi Shohei , Wenseleers Wim , Cambré Sofie , Xiang Rong , Maruyama Shigeo 
Published: October 2024

AbstractThe controlled synthesis of 1D van der Waals (1D vdW) heterostructures, specifically single‐walled carbon nanotubes encapsulated within boron nitride nanotubes (SWCNT@BNNT), presents a challenge due to an incomplete understanding of the factors influencing BNNT growth. This study investigates the growth yield of SWCNT@BNNT heterostructures produced using zeolite‐supported SWCNT templates on SiO2‐coated Transmission Electron Microscopy (TEM) grids, which enable in situ synthesis and thorough evaluation of each step without compromising the nanotube structure. The high‐resolution TEM analysis reveals a significant improvement in BNNT coverage on individual nanotubes, increasing from 9% to 42%, through optimization of the ammonia borane precursor amount. A thorough comparison of BNNT growth efficiency is performed using zeolite‐supported SWCNT templates against the current benchmark of free‐standing SWCNT films, highlighting comparable synthesis yields despite different morphologies and SWCNT diameter distributions. By integrating all Raman and TEM data from the studied SWCNT@BNNT samples, a correlation between BNNT coverage and the intensity of the buckling R‐mode of BNNTs is established, providing a reliable criterion for evaluating BNNT growth efficiency in 1D vdW heterostructures. This work advances the understanding and characterization of 1D vdW heterostructures, offering insights into synthesizing hetero‐nanotubes using other types of SWCNT templates and paving the way for their diverse applications.
Photodual‐Responsive Anthracene‐Based 2D Covalent Organic Framework for Optoelectronic Synaptic Devices
Authors: Zhao Lei , Gao Yang , Fu Xin , Chen Yu , Zhang Bin , Xuan Fuzhen 
Published: October 2024

AbstractTo facilitate the development of efficient neuromorphic perception and computation, it is crucial to explore optoelectronic synaptic devices that integrate perceptual and computational capabilities. Various materials such as oxide semiconductors, conjugated organic polymers, transition metal sulfides, perovskite materials, and metal nanoparticles, along with their composites, are utilized in constructing these devices. However, optoelectronic synaptic devices based on 2D covalent organic frameworks (COFs) is rarely reported. In this study, an anthracene‐based 2D COF (COF‐DaTp) film is prepared using a room‐temperature interface‐confined strategy and utilized it as the active layer in an optoelectronic synaptic device with an Al/COF‐DaTp/ITO configuration. The device demonstrated dual optoelectronic modulation, exhibiting significant optoelectronic resistive switching in response to light pulses, achieving 32 photoconductive states. Moreover, it exhibited history‐dependent memristive behavior in voltage scans and electrical pulses, with a comparable diversity of 32 conductive states. The photodual‐responsive properties of the COF‐DaTp‐based synaptic device enable it to simultaneously perform optical sensing and basic image denoising and recognition tasks, significantly enhancing recognition accuracy and reducing the number of training epochs compared to datasets without noise mitigation. This work opens the door for the application of 2D COF‐based optoelectronic synaptic devices in visual computational processing.
Retrogradation Behavior of Cassava Starch Modified by Different Surface Properties Nano‐Silica under Combined Actions of Tensile and Ultrasound
Authors: Liu Yuxin , Li Jingqiao , Liang Zesheng , Wu Rulong , Pan Qinghua 
Published: October 2024

AbstractThe combined actions of tensile and ultrasound on the melting enthalpy, retrogradation kinetics, spherical morphology, crystal structure, thermal stability, hydrophilicity, and molecular chain of thermoplastic cassava starch (TPS) containing different surface properties nano‐silica (SiO2) are investigated. The result indicates that the melting enthalpy of TPS/SiO2 composite and the retrogradation rate increases under combined actions of tensile and ultrasound, and the sample containing hydrophobic nano‐SiO2 is greater than that of hydrophilic nano‐SiO2. The spherulites of TPS/SiO2 composite become obvious, and the contact angle increases; however, the thermal degradation temperature decreases. Under combined actions of tensile and ultrasound, the aggregation of nano‐SiO2 particles in the matrix reduces and the dispersion become uniform. TPS/SiO2 composite presents A+V type crystal structure, and V‐type crystal increases after the combined actions of tensile and ultrasound. The storage modulus, loss modulus, and glass transition temperature of TPS/SiO2 composite increase, and the sample containing hydrophobic nano‐SiO2 is higher than that of sample containing hydrophilic nano‐SiO2.
Mitigating autogenic shrinkage in high‐performance concrete using wollastonite: A structural enhancement approach
Authors: Aziza Kuldasheva , Li Beixing , Huang Bin , Kholjigit Kuldashev , Yu Yang 
Published: October 2024

AbstractThis study investigates the influence of wollastonite fiber as a reinforcement in high‐performance concrete (HPC), focusing on its potential to mitigate autogenic shrinkage and enhance overall structural properties. HPC known for its superior strength and low permeability, often suffers from intensified autogenic shrinkage, leading to micro‐cracking and compromising durability. To address this challenge, wollastonite was incorporated at different substitutions (0%, 5%, 10%, and 15%) for both cement and aggregate. The experimental program involved a systematic evaluation of compressive strength, flexural strength, porosity, water absorption, and corrosion resistance with tests conducted at different curing periods. We found that the addition of 10% wollastonite significantly enhances compressive strength (up to 20% after 90 days) and flexural strength (maximum improvement of 21%). The water permeability was decreased by 29% and improved resistance to steel reinforcement corrosion, demonstrating enhanced durability compared to conventional HPC. However, diminishing returns were observed at higher wollastonite replacement levels (15%), indicating a threshold beyond which mechanical and durability benefits were reduced due to potential issues with fiber dispersion and workability. Our findings suggest that wollastonite is a promising, cost‐effective additive for improving HPC. The study contributes new understandings into optimizing HPC mixtures for greater durability and sustainability, while also reducing the environmental footprint through partial cement replacement. Future research is needed to explore the long‐term performance of wollastonite‐reinforced HPC under different environmental conditions and its combination with other supplementary cementitious materials for further enhancement.
Introduction: A New Era? Permacrisis and the Challenges to Financial Stability, Economic Growth, and Democracy
Authors: Katsikas Dimitris , Lins Maria Antonieta Del Tedesco , Ribeiro Hoffmann Andrea 
Published: October 2024

AbstractWe live in a world shuddered by multiple and profound crises. From the global financial crisis and the Eurocrisis that followed to the pandemic, Russia’s invasion in Ukraine, the consequent energy and inflation crises, the continuously evolving climate crisis, and the brewing tension among the world’s major powers, the last few years have been marked by political and economic instability, leading many to talk about a new era in the world’s history. New concepts have emerged to describe this era. ‘Permacrisis’ is one of these concepts. Permacrisis differs from the traditional notion of crisis, which is characterized by temporality, as it implies that crisis should be seen as ‘context’, which in turns means that we are now living in a ‘new normal’, which is more volatile and unpredictable than the past. In this book, we focus on how permacrisis has been experienced and dealt with in Europe and in Latin America, employing the analytical lens of comparative regionalism. Our focus is on finance and its connections to growth and democracy. This choice is deliberate and lies at the heart of the Jean Monnet Network ‘Crisis-Equity-Democracy for Europe and Latin America’, which funded the research conducted for the book. With this book, we aim (a) to critically analyse and evaluate the response of regional organizations and governments in the EU and Latin America to the crises that have shook these regions in recent years, (b) to contribute to a better understanding of the promised benefits and risks of digital currencies and fintech, more generally, for economic growth, financial stability, and inclusion and (c) to promote mutual understanding about the challenges of permacrisis in Europe and Latin America and advocate for their cooperation at the multilateral and bi-regional levels.