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Electronic Banking Strategies and Their Impact on Customers’ Satisfaction: Empirical Evidence from Palestine
Authors: Sulaiman Mohammad Sharif , AbdelKarim Naser 
Published: September 2019

Digital banking could be a new era for banks in Palestine. Electronic banking services have become an essential part of the banking services in most of the banks in Palestine, along with the traditional banking represented by the physical branches. Recently, more banks in Palestine have shifted towards Electronic Banking services by utilizing the advancement in the Information and Telecommunication technology thereby enhancing the customer experience and satisfaction, and increasing the efficiency of the banking services, since electronic banking is available 24/7, with no restrictions on working hours.
This study examines the correlation between electronic banking services in Palestine and customer satisfaction. The main question is: “What is the impact of the electronic banking strategies on customers’ satisfaction within the banking sector in Palestine?” The methodology used to tackle this question is based on two major components: a) survey design targeting 347 banks’ customers in 8 banks in Palestine, b) Direct interviews with the Top management of two major banks in Palestine (Arab Bank and Bank of Palestine) on the bank's future strategies towards Electronic banking.
With the introduction of the Third generation of wireless internet (3G) service in Palestine, the internet has become readily available and accessible, at any time. Along with the availability of traditional wireless network in the bank itself, the banking systems in Palestine are moving quickly toward digitalization. This study finds several interesting findings, one of these findings is the significant positive correlation between electronic banking strategies and customer satisfaction using these services. Thus, the study null hypothesis was rejected and the alternative hypothesis was accepted. This finding will be guiding the banks in Palestine to build strategies focusing on electronic banking services to achieve one of their top objectives by attracting and retaining their customers for the long-term.
Transcriptional downregulation of miR‐127‐3p by CTCF promotes prostate cancer bone metastasis by targeting PSMB5
Authors: Fan Jiaxing , Du Wenzhi , Zhang Hui , Wang Yunchao , Li Kai , Meng Yong , Wang Jianning 
Published: September 2019

Prostate cancer (PCa) is one of the most common cancers in males and particularly tends to metastasize to bone. Currently, metastatic bone disease is incurable, and new therapies need to be developed. Our study aims to determine the role of miR‐127‐3p in PCa metastasis to bone. The results demonstrate that miR‐127‐3p is markedly reduced in bone metastasis‐positive PCa tissues relative to that in bone metastasis‐negative PCa tissues. Furthermore, overexpressing miR‐127‐3p inhibits PCa cell invasion and migration in vitro by targeting the proteasome β‐subunit PSMB5. Moreover, CCCTC‐binding factor (CTCF) transcriptionally inhibits miR‐127‐3p by interacting with the miR‐127‐3p promoter. Collectively, this study uncovers a novel mechanism of the CTCF/miR‐127‐3p/PSMB5 axis in promoting PCa bone metastasis, indicating that miR‐127‐3p could function as a promising therapeutic target against bone metastasis.
First Validation of the Full PROMIS Pain Interference and Pain Behavior Item Banks in Patients With Rheumatoid Arthritis
Authors: Crins Martine H. P. , Terwee Caroline B. , Westhovens Rene , van Schaardenburg Dirkjan , Smits Niels , Joly Johan , Verschueren Patrick , Van der Elst Kristien , Dekker Joost , Boers Maarten , Roorda Leo D. 
Published: September 2019

ObjectivePain interference and pain behavior are highly relevant outcomes in patients with rheumatoid arthritis (RA). The Patient‐Reported Outcomes Measurement Information System (PROMIS) is a universally applicable set of item banks measuring patient‐reported health, and if applied as computerized adaptive tests (CATs), more efficiently and precisely than current instruments. The objective was to study the psychometric properties of the Dutch‐Flemish PROMIS pain interference (PROMIS‐PI) and the PROMIS pain behavior (PROMIS‐PB) item banks in patients with RA.MethodsA total of 2,029 patients with RA completed the full PROMIS‐PI (version 1.1, 40 items), and 1,554 patients completed the full PROMIS‐PB (version 1.1, 39 items). The following psychometric properties were studied: unidimensionality, local dependence, monotonicity and graded response model (GRM) fit, cross‐cultural validity (differential item functioning [DIF] for language [Dutch versus Flemish]), other forms of measurement invariance, construct validity, reliability, and floor and ceiling effects.ResultsThe PROMIS‐PI and PROMIS‐PB banks were sufficiently unidimensional (Omega‐hierarchical [Omega‐H] 0.99, 0.95, and explained common variance 0.95, 0.78, respectively), had negligible local dependence (0.3–1.4% of item pairs), good monotonicity (H 0.75, 0.46), and a good GRM model fit (no misfitting items). Furthermore, both item banks showed good cross‐cultural validity (no DIF for language), measurement invariance (no DIF for age, sex, administration mode, and disease activity), good construct validity (all hypotheses met), high reliability (>0.90 in the range of patients with RA), and an absence of floor and ceiling effects (0% minimum or maximum score, respectively).ConclusionBoth PROMIS‐PI and PROMIS‐PB banks showed good psychometric properties in patients with RA and can be used as CATs in research and clinical practice.
Impact of the Affordable Care Act Medicaid Expansion on Access to Care and Hospitalization Charges for Lupus Patients
Authors: Brown Elizabeth A. , Dismuke‐Greer Clara E. , Ramakrishnan Viswanathan , Faith Trevor D. , Williams Edith M. 
Published: September 2019

ObjectiveTo examine the impact of the Affordable Care Act on preventable hospitalizations and associated charges for patients living with systemic lupus erythematosus, before and after Medicaid expansion.MethodsA retrospective, quasi‐experimental study, using an interrupted time series research design, was conducted to analyze data for 8 states from the Healthcare Cost and Utilization Project state inpatient databases. Lupus hospitalizations with a principal diagnosis of predetermined ambulatory‐care sensitive (ACS) conditions were the unit of primary analysis. The primary outcome variable was access to care measured by preventable hospitalizations caused by an ACS condition.ResultsThere were 204,150 lupus hospitalizations in the final analysis, with the majority (53.5%) of lupus hospitalizations in states that did not expand Medicaid. In unadjusted analysis, Medicaid expansion states had significantly lower odds of having preventable lupus hospitalizations (odds ratio [OR] 0.958); however, after adjusting for several covariates, Medicaid expansion states had increased odds of having preventable lupus hospitalizations (OR 1.302). Adjusted analysis showed that those individuals with increased age, public insurance (Medicare or Medicaid), no health insurance, rural residence, or low income had significantly higher odds of having a preventable lupus hospitalization. States that expanded Medicaid had $523 significantly more charges than states that did not expand Medicaid. Older age and rural residence were associated with significantly higher charges.ConclusionOur findings suggest that while Medicaid expansion increased health insurance coverage, it did not address other issues related to access to care that could reduce the number of preventable hospitalizations.
Orthogonal Nanoparticle Catalysis with Organogermanes
Authors: Fricke Christoph , Sherborne Grant J. , Funes‐Ardoiz Ignacio , Senol Erdem , Guven Sinem , Schoenebeck Franziska 
Published: September 2019

AbstractAlthough nanoparticles are widely used as catalysts, little is known about their potential ability to trigger privileged transformations as compared to homogeneous molecular or bulk heterogeneous catalysts. We herein demonstrate (and rationalize) that nanoparticles display orthogonal reactivity to molecular catalysts in the cross‐coupling of aryl halides with aryl germanes. While the aryl germanes are unreactive in LnPd0/LnPdII catalysis and allow selective functionalization of established coupling partners in their presence, they display superior reactivity under Pd nanoparticle conditions, outcompeting established coupling partners (such as ArBPin and ArBMIDA) and allowing air‐tolerant, base‐free, and orthogonal access to valuable and challenging biaryl motifs. As opposed to the notoriously unstable polyfluoroaryl‐ and 2‐pyridylboronic acids, the corresponding germanes are highly stable and readily coupled. Our mechanistic and computational studies provide unambiguous support of nanoparticle catalysis and suggest that owing to the electron richness of aryl germanes, they preferentially react by electrophilic aromatic substitution, and in turn are preferentially activated by the more electrophilic nanoparticles.
Characterization of the active fragments of Spodoptera litura Lebocin‐1
Authors: Yang Li‐Ling , Zhan Ming‐Yue , Zhuo Yu‐Li , Dang Xiang‐Li , Li Mao‐Ye , Xu Yang , Zhou Xiu‐Hong , Yu Xiao‐Qiang , Rao Xiang‐Jun 
Published: September 2019

AbstractInsects can produce various antimicrobial peptides (AMPs) upon immune stimulation. One class of AMPs are characterized by their high proline content in certain fragments. They are generally called proline‐rich antimicrobial peptides (PrAMPs). We previously reported the characterization of Spodoptera litura lebocin‐1 (SlLeb‐1), a PrAMP proprotein. Preliminary studies with synthetic polypeptides showed that among the four deductive active fragments, the C‐terminal fragment SlLeb‐1 (124‐158) showed strong antibacterial activities. Here, we further characterized the antibacterial and antifungal activities of 124‐158 and its four subfragments: 124‐155, 124‐149, 127‐158, and 135‐158. Only 124‐158 and 127‐158 could agglutinate bacteria, while 124‐158 and four subfragments all could agglutinate Beauveria bassiana spores. Confocal microscopy showed that fluorescent peptides were located on the microbial surface. Fragment 135‐158 lost activity completely against Escherichia coli and Staphylococcus aureus, and partially against Bacillus subtilis. Only 124‐149 showed low activity against Serratia marcescens. Negative staining, transmission, and scanning electron microscopy of 124‐158 treated bacteria showed different morphologies. Flow cytometry analysis of S. aureus showed that 124‐158 and four subfragments changed bacterial subpopulations and caused an increase of DNA content. These results indicate that active fragments of SlLeb‐1 may have diverse antimicrobial effects against different microbes. This study may provide an insight into the development of novel antimicrobial agents.
Mediating Role of Bone Marrow Lesions, Synovitis, Pain Sensitization, and Depressive Symptoms on Knee Pain Improvement Following Substantial Weight Loss
Authors: Jafarzadeh S. Reza , Neogi Tuhina , Stefanik Joshua J. , Li Jing‐Sheng , Guermazi Ali , Apovian Caroline M. , Felson David T. 
Published: September 2019

ObjectiveMassive weight loss leads to marked knee pain reduction in individuals with knee pain, but the reason for the reduction in pain is unknown. This study was undertaken to quantify the contribution of magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)–evidenced changes in pain‐sensitive structures, bone marrow lesions (BMLs), and synovitis, and changes in pain sensitization or depressive symptoms, to knee pain improvement after substantial weight loss.MethodsMorbidly obese patients with knee pain on most days were evaluated before bariatric surgery or medical weight management and at 1‐year follow‐up for BMLs and synovitis seen on MRI, the pressure pain threshold (PPT) at the patella and the right wrist, depressive symptoms (using the Center for Epidemiologic Studies Depression scale [CES‐D]), and Western Ontario and McMaster Universities Osteoarthritis Index (WOMAC) pain survey. Natural‐effects models were used to quantify the extent that achieving a minimum clinically important difference (MCID) of ≥18% on the WOMAC pain scale could be mediated by weight loss–induced changes in BMLs, synovitis, PPT, and depressive symptoms.ResultsOf 75 participants, 53.3% lost ≥20% of weight by 1 year. Of these, 75% attained the MCID for pain improvement, compared with 34.3% in those who had <20% weight loss. Mediation analyses suggested that, in those with at least 20% weight loss, the odds of pain improvement increased by 62%, 15%, and 22% through changes in patella PPT, wrist PPT, and CES‐D, respectively, but pain improvement was not mediated by MRI changes in BMLs or synovitis.ConclusionWeight loss–induced knee pain improvement is partially mediated by changes in pain sensitization and depressive symptoms but is independent of MRI changes in BMLs and synovitis.
Recent Advances in Chiral Guanidine‐Catalyzed Enantioselective Reactions
Authors: Chou Hsiao‐Chieh , Leow Dasheng , Tan Choon‐Hong 
Published: September 2019

AbstractChiral guanidines have been widely used as Brønsted base catalysts and phase transfer catalysts in enantioselective reactions. Due to their amendable structure and powerful catalytic ability, they have attracted much interest. Several new catalysts containing a guanidinium moiety have been reported over the past decade and many promising outcomes have been achieved. This article illustrates the progress of chiral guanidine catalysis in asymmetric synthesis from 2009 to 2018. It is an update of a review of the same title published in 2009.
Dimethoxycarbonyl Groups Surrounding a Symmetric Diaminobistetrazole Ring: Exploring New Green Energetic Materials
Authors: He Piao , Liu Jiahao , Wu Jinting , Mei Haozheng , Zhang Jianguo 
Published: September 2019

AbstractA novel oxygen‐containing dimethoxycarbonyl diaminobistetrazole (1) was synthesized via a facile strategy. The sodium salt (2) based on this ligand was prepared and these two compounds were fully characterized by using elemental analysis, IR and mass spectrometry and single‐crystal X‐ray diffraction. Their density, heats of formation, thermal stability and sensitivity, as well as the energetic properties from EXPLO5 code were investigated. These newly synthesized compounds possess high positive heats of formation and detonation heats. Compound 1 exhibits good detonation performance and acceptable stability, and might be a potential eco‐friendly alternative of lead azide. The present study contributes to the development of tetrazole derivatives as new energetic materials.
Prenatal ultrasound‐based diagnosis of fetal OEIS complex associated with lower limb polymelia and cardiac, hepatic dysplasia: A case report
Authors: Liu Jianjun , Liu Yu , Xue Yafang , Guo Yanli 
Published: September 2019

AbstractOEIS complex is a type of congenital malformation syndrome. Here, we report a case of fetal OEIS complex combined with lower limb polymelia, cardiac defects, and hepatic dysplasia. It was easily misdiagnosed when oligoamnios and the liver bulged. This case will provide reference information for early diagnosis of similar cases.
Central and peripheral dysmyelination in a 3‐year‐old girl with ring chromosome 18
Authors: Lammert Dawn Brianna , Miedema David , Ochotorena Josiree , Dosa Nienke , Petropoulou Kalliopi , Lebel Roger Robert , Sakonju Ai 
Published: September 2019

AbstractMyelin basic protein (MBP) contributes to peripheral and central nervous system myelin. Developmental myelinopathies exist on a clinical spectrum, but MBP is not included on leukodystrophy or CMT gene panels. This ring chromosome 18 case presents serial MRI and EMG/NCS, shedding light on the early clinical course of the disorder.
Noncirrhotic hyperammonemia: A factor behind dementia to alter mental status
Authors: Leo Christopher , Wang Yun , Mold Alexander , Quintana Junik , Shi Hong , Abdullah Mahdi , Alaie Dariush , Petrillo Richard 
Published: September 2019

AbstractHealthcare givers were recommended to check serum ammonia level for elderly patients with acute‐on‐chronic alteration of mental status. Early initiation of antihyperammonemia therapy may benefit improvement of alteration of mental status. Baseline mental status becomes necessary for diagnose the acute alteration of mental status and monitor the therapeutic process.
Diagnosis and treatment of a boy with IPEX syndrome presenting with diabetes in early infancy
Authors: Kadakia Sejal , Farnaes Lauge , Dimmock David , Chowdhury Shimul , Ding Yan , Anderson Eric J. , Kingsmore Stephen , Newfield Ron S. 
Published: September 2019

AbstractIPEX syndrome (Immune dysregulation, Polyendocrinopathy, X‐linked) should be tested for in males under 6 months old presenting with diabetes, even without other IPEX features. Early diagnosis and bone marrow transplantation can improve outcomes.
Infliximab‐induced autoimmune hepatitis requiring liver transplantation
Authors: Wong Frederick , Al Ibrahim Bashaar , Walsh Joanna , Qumosani Karim 
Published: September 2019

AbstractAutoimmune hepatitis is an infrequent but significant side effect of infliximab treatment. Diagnosis of autoimmune hepatitis is based on clinical, laboratory, and histological findings. Initial treatment involves cessation of infliximab and trial of prednisone. We present a rare case of infliximab‐induced autoimmune hepatitis leading to liver failure requiring transplantation.
Salvage therapy with azacitidine for pediatric acute myeloid leukemia with t(16;21)(p11;q22)/FUS‐ERG and early relapse after allogeneic blood stem cell transplantation: A case report
Authors: Keino Dai , Mori Takashi , Morimoto Mizuho , Kondo Kensuke , Mori Tetsuya , Kinoshita Akitoshi 
Published: September 2019

AbstractAcute myeloid leukemia (AML) with FUS‐ERG has a poor prognosis regardless of allo‐hematopoietic stem cell transplantation (HSCT). Maintenance therapy such as azacitidine after allo‐HSCT for AML with FUS‐ERG may be clinically meaningful.
Palladium Nanocatalysts Encapsulated on Porous Silica @ Magnetic Carbon‐Coated Cobalt Nanoparticles for Sustainable Hydrogenation of Nitroarenes, Alkenes and Alkynes.
Authors: Purohit Gunjan , Rawat Diwan S. , Reiser Oliver 
Published: September 2019

AbstractPalladium nanoparticles were impregnated on porous silica shell carbon‐coated cobalt nanoparticles, resulting in a magnetically retrievable material that was evaluated in the catalytic hydrogenation of nitroarenes, alkenes and alkynes. The prepared material was characterized by HR‐XRD, HR‐TEM, elemental mapping EDX, ICP‐OES and XPS analyses, revealing highly dispersed palladium nanoparticles within the porous platform that could account for the high activity observed. Mild reaction conditions, easy retrievability of the catalyst with the aid of an external magnet, recycling in four runs with a total leaching of 19 ppm (1.2 % of the initially employed Pd amount), and high stability makes this material attractive for sustainable and environmentally benign applications.
Cobalt Carbodiimide as Negative Electrode for Li‐Ion Batteries: Electrochemical Mechanism and Performance
Authors: Jiju Arayamparambil Jeethu , Mann Markus , Fraisse Bernard , Iadecola Antonella , Dronskowski Richard , Stievano Lorenzo , Sougrati Moulay Tahar 
Published: September 2019

AbstractCobalt carbodiimide, CoNCN, shows outstanding performance as negative electrode material for Li‐ion batteries, maintaining a reversible capacity of 530 mAh g−1 over 140 cycles at a current density of 540 mA g−1. The electrochemical lithiation/delithiation mechanism of cobalt carbodiimide was investigated using complementary in situ X‐ray diffraction and X‐ray absorption spectroscopy. Upon lithiation, CoNCN undergoes a reversible conversion reaction, forming Li2NCN and fcc Co metal nanoparticles, which are transformed back into CoNCN upon delithiation. However, the CoNCN obtained electrochemically after delithiation do not recover the local structure of the pristine phase, and might contain the NCN2− ligand in the cyanamide isomer form (N−C≡N2−). It would be the first time that a transition metal cyanamide isomer is obtained at ambient conditions.
Two‐Dimensional Germanium Sulfide Nanosheets as an Ultra‐Stable and High Capacity Anode for Lithium Ion Batteries
Authors: Wang Bo , Du Wencheng , Yang Yang , Zhang Yufei , Zhang Qi , Rui Xianhong , Geng Hongbo , Li Cheng Chao 
Published: September 2019

AbstractLithium ion batteries (LIBs) at present still suffer from low rate capability and poor cycle life during fast ion insertion/extraction processes. Searching for high‐capacity and stable anode materials is still an ongoing challenge. Herein, a facile strategy for the synthesis of ultrathin GeS2 nanosheets with the thickness of 1.1 nm is reported. When used as anodes for LIBs, the two‐dimensional (2D) structure can effectively increase the electrode/electrolyte interface area, facilitate the ion transport, and buffer the volume expansion. Benefiting from these merits, the as‐synthesized GeS2 nanosheets deliver high specific capacity (1335 mAh g−1 at 0.15 A g−1), extraordinary rate performance (337 mAh g−1 at 15 A g−1) and stable cycling performance (974 mAh g−1 after 200 cycles at 0.5 A g−1). Importantly, our fabricated Li‐ion full cells manifest an impressive specific capacity of 577 mAh g−1 after 50 cycles at 0.1 A g−1 and a high energy density of 361 Wh kg−1 at a power density of 346 W kg−1. Furthermore, the electrochemical reaction mechanism is investigated by the means of ex‐situ high‐resolution transmission electron microscopy. These results suggest that GeS2 can use to be an alternative anode material and encourage more efforts to develop other high‐performance LIBs anodes.
Post‐Synthetic Modification of ZIF‐8 Crystals and Films through UV Light Photoirradiation: Impact on the Physicochemical Behavior of the MOF
Authors: Papurello Rocío L. , Lozano Luis A. , Ramos‐Fernández Enrique V. , Fernández José L. , Zamaro Juan M. 
Published: September 2019

AbstractThe physicochemical modification of Metal‐Organic Frameworks (MOFs) is a current challenge in the search to improve their performance in different technological applications. In this work we analyze the post‐synthetic modification of ZIF‐8 crystals and films through a simple and clean treatment that involves the exposure to a UV lamp under environmental conditions. It is demonstrated that a short treatment alters the MOF structure and chemistry, providing a modified ZIF‐8 due to partial disconnections of its structure which increase the amount of terminal surface species such as Zn−OH and −C=N‐H, but without compromising the overall MOF structure, specific surface area or thermal stability. Additionally, it leads to changes in several properties of the ZIF‐8, such as its capacity to accumulate charge through pseudocapacitive processes, its interaction with nitric oxide and its light absorption behavior. This strategy of modifying ZIF‐8 without the use of chemicals through a gentle disconnection of its own structure could open new perspectives of post‐functionalization of crystals and films of ZIF‐8 to be used in a wide range of applications.