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From Lithium‐Ion to Sodium‐Ion Batteries for Sustainable Energy Storage: A Comprehensive Review on Recent Research Advancements and Perspectives
Authors: Chandra Bhowmik Konok , Rahman Md. Arafat , Billah Md. Muktadir , Paul Aoyon 
Published: November 2024

AbstractA significant turning point in the search for environmentally friendly energy storage options is the switch from lithium‐ion to sodium‐ion batteries. This review highlights the potential of sodium‐ion battery (NIB) technology to address the environmental and financial issues related to lithium‐ion systems by thoroughly examining recent developments in NIB technology. It is noted that sodium is more abundant and less expensive than lithium, NIBs have several benefits that could drastically lower the total cost of energy storage systems. In addition, this study examines new findings in important fields including electrolyte compositions, electrode materials, and battery performances of lithium‐ion batteries (LIBs) and NIBs. The article highlights advancements in anode and cathode materials, with a focus on improving energy density, cycle stability, and rate capability of both LIBs and NIBs. The review also covers the advances made in comprehending the electrochemical mechanisms and special difficulties associated with NIBs, such as material degradation and sodium ion diffusion. Future research directions are discussed, with an emphasis on enhancing the scalability and commercial viability of sodium‐ion technology over lithium on Electric Grid. Considering sustainability objectives and the integration of renewable energy sources, the review's assessment of sodium‐ion batteries’ possible effects on the future state of energy storage is included in its conclusion.
How teachers' beliefs and pedagogical practices are impacted by the experience of being labeled as an English learner
Authors: Altavilla‐Giordano Jennifer , Monley Nate 
Published: November 2024

AbstractThis study explores how public school teachers who were classified as English learners (ELs) in childhood make sense of the EL category, and how their beliefs shape their work with students who are designated as ELs. One understudied context in the field of effective education for ELs is the experience of teachers who were personally impacted by the label. In this study, seven teachers tell how they discovered that they were labeled as ELs, describe their experiences as EL‐designated students, and explain how those experiences influence their current understanding of the EL label and shape their teaching. By examining these stories through the lenses of labeling, stigma, and sensemaking, the study informs the work of educators who advocate for and instruct students designated as ELs, as well as individuals who train preservice and in‐service teachers.
Transforming teacher attitudes and practices: The efficacy of sustained professional development in culturally responsive education
Authors: Uribe‐Zarain Ximena , Hellman Andrea B. , Bell Angela B. 
Published: November 2024

AbstractIn light of the growing diversity in U.S. schools, this case study explored how sustained professional development (PD) centered around assets‐based approaches can shape the dispositions of teachers of culturally and linguistically diverse (CLD) students. The study followed 84 in‐service teachers who completed a 2‐year intensive TESOL credentialing course series online that employed the cohort model. The study's purpose was to document changes in in‐service teachers' attitudes, knowledge, and practices as they were taught to apply concepts in their practice such as funds of knowledge, cultural wealth, and third space. The results showed significant improvements in teachers' language attitudes, self‐assessed teaching abilities, and implementation of culturally responsive teaching practices, as measured by various assessment tools and exit interviews. More specifically, findings indicated that, while teachers overestimated their abilities at the start of the program, they demonstrated substantial growth on key outcomes based on the large effects of their improvement on language attitudes (Cohen's d = 1.30), self‐assessed skills and efficacy to teach English learners (Cohen's d = 1.88), and observed teaching practice (Cohen's d = 1.35). Overall, the program effectively shifted teachers from deficit‐based to assets‐based perspectives on CLD students, enhancing their ability to create inclusive learning environments and utilize students' diverse backgrounds as educational strengths. Interviews further revealed positive program feedback, with teachers praising strategies for family engagement and language support, affirming the transformative power of sustained, community‐supported professional development. These findings underscore the importance of ongoing, assets‐focused training in teacher education to foster inclusive and effective teaching for CLD learners, supporting a shift in policy and practice towards such models.
Mechanistic study of forskolin oxidation by Fe(III)‐1,10‐phenanthroline complex
Authors: Bibballi Sridhar Swamy 
Published: November 2024

AbstractThe kinetics and mechanism of forskolin oxidation by the Fe(III) ‐ 1,10‐phenanthroline complex ((), (Phen)) have been studied in a perchloric acid medium. This reaction is of the first order in Fe(III) and forskolin. Synchronistic study showed that an increase in [Phenanthroline] increases the rate of the reaction. The conventional spectroscopic study results are the basis for defining the exact reactive species of the reactants that act on the substrate. At the same time, the product formation rate was altered by the solvent, and the temperature conditions proved that the use of the least amount of acid was more favorable for this reaction. Finally, the oxidant is favored in the form of complex [Fe(Phen)3]3+ (), conclusively the possible reaction mechanism discussed with experimental evidenced kinetic results.
Improving impact strength and fracture toughness of epoxy resin through oligoester—A byproduct derived from the unsaturated polyester resin manufacturing process
Authors: Pham Anh‐Tuan , Duc Pham Anh , Ha Ha Thi , Mai Quan‐Doan , Tran Dieu Vinh 
Published: November 2024

AbstractEpoxy resin, a pivotal polymer with extensive applications, is hampered by inherent inflexibility and brittleness, limiting its potential in scenarios demanding resilience against external forces. This study addresses this limitation by introducing an innovative modification through the integration of epoxy‐oligoester (EOS), derived as a byproduct of unsaturated polyester resin synthesis. EOS, with an epoxy group content of 7.5% and an acid value of 0.25 mg KOH/g, functions as an effective internal toughening agent for epoxy resin. At 15 wt%, EOS significantly augments impact strength (67.7%) and fracture toughness (92.1%), achieved by reducing network density from 0.792 × 10−3 to 0.678 × 10−3 mol cm−3, resulting in lower storage modulus (E′) and glass transition temperature. Additionally, the addition of 15 wt% EOS retards delamination and amplifies delamination energy. Mode I critical strain energy release rate (GIC) increases by 51.2%, from 608.1 to 911.5 J/m2, and Mode II critical strain energy release rate (GIP) rises by 51.7%, from 664.0 to 1007.6 J/m2. These findings underscore the promise of EOS‐modified epoxy in industries necessitating materials with elevated fracture toughness and superior resistance to delamination, such as transportation, maritime, and automotive sectors.
Breastfeeding and secretory factors in idiopathic granulomatous mastitis: Unveiling etiological insights
Authors: Çetin Kenan 
Published: November 2024

AbstractBackgroundIdiopathic granulomatous mastitis (IGM) is a rare, chronic inflammatory, and benign breast disease. Its unclear etiology may involve autoimmune reactions, secretion‐related factors, and microorganisms.AimTo analyze data from our IGM patient series and compare potential etiological factors.MethodsWe prospectively collected data using follow‐up forms for patients diagnosed with IGM at our breast clinic from September 2014 to December 2020 and analyzed it retrospectively.ResultsThe study cohort included 220 patients, with a median age of 34 years (range: 20–58). A majority, 217 patients (98.6%), reported a history of breastfeeding, with a median duration of 36 months (range: 0–156). The median interval between the last breastfeeding session and disease onset was 25 (25th–75th percentiles: 15–44) months. Additionally, 116 patients (53.5%) reported breastfeeding‐related problems. In 41 surgical patients, dense milky‐brown debris in the breast ducts was noted. Although no independent seasonal fluctuations in disease onset were detected, a reduction in IGM cases during the summer months was found to correlate with a general decrease in all breast clinic visits.ConclusionMost patients reported recent breastfeeding and half experienced related problems, supporting the secretion theory's relevance in IGM's etiology. The absence of seasonal fluctuations suggests that secretion‐related factors may be more central to IGM development than autoimmunity or infections. These findings offer crucial insights for future research into IGM's complex causes.
The Safe and Appropriate Use of a High-Speed Drill
Authors: Hongo Kazuhiro , Horiuchi Tetsuyoshi , Goto Tetsuya 
Published: November 2024

AbstractA high-speed drill is an essential tool for any skull base surgery. However, if not appropriately used, it may cause serious inadvertent complications. Here, the authors present one case of surgery for a paraclinoid aneurysm of the internal carotid artery, in which tissue grabbing occurred during the drilling of the anterior clinoid process. This resulted in venous injury to the vessels of the nearby Sylvian fissure. Fortunately, the injury was manageable and caused no significant problems. The authors discuss the basic and other important points for the safe use of a high-speed drill. Discussion includes basic ways of drill handling, the appropriate selection of burrs, and so on. Bone curettage is also mentioned as a safe alternative tool.
Pial Laceration from a Dural Suture Causing Devastating Neurological Deficits
Authors: Goyal-Honavar Abhijit , Gandham Edmond Jonathan , Chacko Ari George 
Published: November 2024

AbstractA 39-year-old man received empiric treatment for pulmonary tuberculosis (TB). After developing sensory seizures he was restarted on anti-TB drugs when a brain MRI showed a 4.3 cm left parietal enhancing lesion with extensive edema. After TB treatment, imaging showed a reduction in size and edema. Later, he developed headache and seizures, and MRI showed recurrent edema and an enlarging lesion. Neurosurgery decided to biopsy the lesion to obtain a diagnosis. At craniotomy, a frozen section was reported as granulomatous inflammation. However, he returned postOP with a new right hemiparesis and MRI showed a cystic lesion under the motor cortex, with no enhancement. Craniotomy was performed and the lesion was excised and exploration revealed that one of the dural stitches had lacerated the brain as a cause of the cyst formation. The case differential and management is discussed in detail.
Happiness Trends Before and During the COVID-19 Pandemic in Indonesia: Assessing the Influence of Charitable Donations and Pandemic Severity
Authors: Pattinasarany Indera Ratna Irawati 
Published: November 2024

AbstractIndonesia’s position as the world’s fourth most populous nation, its reputation as one of the most generous countries, and its deep experience with the COVID-19 pandemic provide an intriguing context for exploring happiness, acts of charity, and pandemic severity. This chapter delves into how generosity affects individual well-being during the pandemic, specifically focusing on the moderating influence of regular and occasional donations (sedekah) on the connection between COVID-19 severity and self-reported happiness. Data from the 2017 and 2021 Surveys on Happiness Level Measurement (SPTK) are employed and analyzed using a multilevel mixed-effects ordered logistic model.The findings reveal that residents in provinces with higher COVID-19 cases reported reduced happiness compared to those in less-affected regions. Furthermore, giving regular and occasional sedekah donations are associated with increased self-reported happiness, particularly among regular donors who feel a stronger sense of purpose and connection to their causes. Conversely, a negative moderation effect indicates that making regular and occasional sedekah diminishes the link between COVID-19 severity and self-reported happiness, resulting in a less significant impact than non-donors. Ultimately, the pandemic’s severity diminishes the positive influence of donations on happiness.This study thoroughly examines the intricate interplay between external events, acts of generosity, and contextual factors that influence individual well-being amid a global crisis.
Subcriticality Measurements
Authors: Pyeon Cheol Ho , Chiba Go , Endo Tomohiro , Watanabe Kenichi 
Published: November 2024

AbstractThe index of subcriticality is used to quantify the degree of “how deep a target system has a margin below the critical state.” There are three main categories of subcriticality measurement techniques: the static method, the kinetic method, and the reactor noise analysis method. This chapter is dedicated to explaining the following methods that can be carried out at the Kyoto University Critical Assembly: the neutron source multiplication method, the inverse kinetics method, the pulsed neutron source method, and the reactor noise analysis method such as the Feynman-$$\alpha$$
α
method. As described in this chapter, each of the subcriticality measurement techniques has both advantages and disadvantages. Through the explanations of the principles of the measurements and the procedures, this chapter helps readers understand how to properly select the various subcriticality measurement techniques depending on an experimental condition for a target system.
Control Rod Calibration Experiment
Authors: Pyeon Cheol Ho , Chiba Go , Endo Tomohiro , Watanabe Kenichi 
Published: November 2024

AbstractTo assure the safety of a nuclear reactor during operation, it is important to know the control rod worth, which is an absolute value of negative reactivity induced by a control rod insertion. The measurement for the control rod worth is known as the control rod calibration. In addition to the safety viewpoints, the control rod calibration is important also in conducting other reactor physics experiments since various reactivity effects can be quantified from the known control rod worth. To measure the control rod worth during this experimental program at KUCA, the stable period method, the compensation method, and the rod drop method are employed. Details of these methods are described in this chapter.
Application of Ground Penetrating Radar in the Assessment of Aged Roads: Focus On Complex Structures Under Different Weather Conditions
Authors: Abdelsamei Enas , Sheishah Diaa , Runa Boglárka , Balogh Olivér , Tóth Csaba , Primusz Péter , Trenka Sándor , van Leeuwen Boudewijn , Tobak Zalán , Páll Dávid Gergely , Sipos György 
Published: November 2024

AbstractGround penetrating radar (GPR) has been widely used to assess asphalt and pavement, especially in quality testing for newly constructed roads. However, its usage has been limited in regard to aged roads. Thus, this study focuses on the applicability of GPR to extract diverse information regarding structure, thickness, and various conditions, including the moisture content of an aged road section that has undergone repeated renewals. First, two methods were employed to calculate the thickness and dielectric values; the reflection amplitude and ground truth methods. The analysis was done by RADAN 7 software. Based on the findings, the average error of thickness on the same day between continuous GPR and the core data were 2.87% and 8.72%, respectively. Second, dielectric analysis of three structural units was performed under different moisture conditions. As a result, the average dielectric values of macadam (3, 3.3, and 4), surface asphalt layer (4, 7.06, and 8.31), and cement-treated base (4.83, 10.88, and 11.88) were determined under dry, medium-wet, and wet conditions, respectively. The volumetric water difference (f) within the pavement was also estimated. As for the asphalt, macadam, and cement-treated base, the difference in the volume fraction of water (f) was 0.06, 0.01, and 0.1, respectively, under dry and wet conditions, and 0.04, 0.004, and 0.09, respectively, under dry and medium-wet conditions. Overall, the findings demonstrate that reasonably accurate assessments of the pavement thickness, structure, dielectric values, and amplitude of aged roads can be achieved by using a GPR survey under various conditions.
Toric Supervarieties with One Odd Dimension
Authors: Jankowski Eric 
Published: November 2024

AbstractIn this paper we describe the notion of a toric supervariety, generalizing that of a toric variety from the classical setting. We give a combinatorial interpretation of the category of quasinormal toric supervarieties with one odd dimension using decorated polyhedral fans. We then use this interpretation to calculate some invariants of these supervarieties and extract geometric information from them.
Effects of Urinary Incontinence Subtypes on Quality of Life and Sexual Function among Women Seeking Weight Loss
Authors: Tian Zhao , Fu Linru , Wang Xiuqi , Lin Tangdi , Chen Wei , Sun Zhijing 
Published: November 2024

Abstract

Introduction and Hypothesis
The objective was to detect subtypes of urinary incontinence (UI) and their effects on quality of life (QoL) and sexual function among women seeking weight loss.

Methods
A cross-sectional study focusing on women seeking weight loss with UI symptoms was carried out. Participants were stratified into three groups: stress UI, urgency UI, and mixed UI groups. The effects of the three groups on QoL and sexual function were compared.

Results
A total of 564 individuals (46.8%) were reported to present with UI symptoms. Among these, 216 (38.3%), 71 (12.6%), and 277 (49.1%) had stress UI, urgency UI, and mixed UI respectively. The severity of UI was greater in the urgency UI and mixed UI groups than in the stress UI group, with varying ratios observed among patients with different severities of UI: stress UI was highest in mild cases, and the mixed UI was highest in moderate or severe cases. Mixed UI had the most detrimental effect on QoL and sexual function. However, after controlling for the severity of UI, mixed UI still had a greater detrimental effect on UI-specific QoL, and no differences were identified among the three groups regarding general QoL or sexual function.

Conclusion
This study revealed variations in the constituent ratios of UI subtypes related to the severity of UI and the effects of various UI subtypes on QoL and sexual function among women seeking weight loss. Notably, the mixed UI demonstrated the most severe symptoms and the most detrimental impact, particularly as assessed by UI-specific QoL questionnaires.
Improved ion detection sensitivity in mass spectrometry imaging using tapping-mode scanning probe electrospray ionization to visualize localized lipids in mouse testes
Authors: Otsuka Yoichi , Okada Maki , Hashidate-Yoshida Tomomi , Nagata Katsuyuki , Yamada Makoto , Goto Motohito , Sun Mengze , Shindou Hideo , Toyoda Michisato 
Published: November 2024

AbstractMass spectrometry imaging (MSI) is a promising analytical method to visualize the distribution of lipids in biological tissues. To clarify the relationship between cellular distribution and lipid types in a tissue, it is crucial to achieve both an improvement in ion detection sensitivity and a reduction in the ionization area. We report methods for improving the efficiency of ion transfer to a mass spectrometer and miniaturizing the extraction area of a sample for tapping-mode scanning probe electrospray ionization (t-SPESI), atmospheric pressure sampling, and ionization methods. To verify the efficacy of the new t-SPESI measurement system, MSI was performed on mouse testes with a pixel size of 5 µm. Lipid images of the testes from wild-type (WT) and lysophospholipid acyltransferase 3 (LPLAT3) knockout mice revealed the characteristic distribution of docosahexaenoic acid–containing phospholipids (DHA-PLs). A comparison of the ion images obtained by MSI and optical images of the same tissues stained with hematoxylin and eosin suggested that the distribution of DHA-PLs was significantly altered by spermatogenesis in the WT mouse testes.
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Investigating the associations between uncarboxylated matrix gla protein as a proxy for vitamin K status and cardiovascular disease risk factors in a general adult population
Authors: Lauridsen Julie Aaberg , Leth-Møller Katja Biering , Møllehave Line Tang , Kårhus Line Lund , Dantoft Thomas Meinertz , Kofoed Klaus Fuglsang , Linneberg Allan 
Published: November 2024

Abstract

Purpose
Vitamin K is an activator of vitamin K dependent proteins, one of which is the potent inhibitor of vascular calcification, matrix Gla protein (MGP). The purpose of this study is to investigate the association between an inverse proxy of functional vitamin K status, plasma dephospho-uncarboxylated MGP (dp-ucMGP), and cardiovascular disease risk factors (CVDRFs).

Methods
In a cross-sectional population-based health examination study of 4,092 individuals aged 24–77 years, the vitamin K status was assessed using plasma dp-ucMGP. All participants were linked to Danish National Prescription Register to obtain information on the use of vitamin K antagonists. The associations between log2 transformed dp-ucMGP values and CVDRFs were determined using regression models adjusted for sex, age, lifestyle factors, kidney function and waist circumference.

Results
Higher dp-ucMGP levels were associated with increased risk of central obesity (Odds Ratio (OR) 4.76, 95% Confidence Intervals (CI) 3.57–6.34), diabetes (OR 1.96, 95% CI 1.11–3.45), hyperlipidaemia (OR 1.43, 95% CI 1.01–2.03), and impaired kidney function (OR 9.83, 95% CI 5.49–17.59) per doubling in dp-ucMGP. Dp-ucMGP was not independently associated with hypertension or arterial stiffness.

Conclusion
Higher dp-ucMGP levels were associated with central obesity, diabetes, hyperlipidaemia, and impaired kidney function. Prospective studies and intervention studies examining the effects of improving vitamin K status are needed to clarify the potential role of vitamin K in relation to these CVDRFs.