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Disparities in Adult Otolaryngology Patients with Limited English Proficiency: A Systematic Review
Authors: Ferraro Tatiana , Villarin Colin , Jung Christian , Venkatesh Sanjena , Peng‐Hwa Tiffany 
Published: November 2024

ObjectiveLimited English proficiency (LEP) has become increasingly recognized as an independent predictor of adverse health outcomes in the United States. We aim to examine trends and summarize current insights into LEP‐related disparities in adult otolaryngology.Data SourcesWeb of Science, PubMed, and Scopus.MethodsA systematic review of US‐based, peer‐reviewed literature evaluating outcomes in adult otolaryngology across primary language or varying levels of English proficiency; results were analyzed for study design, subspecialty, cohort demographics, and outcomes; findings were further assessed with the Kilbourne conceptual framework for health care disparities.ResultsAn initial search yielded 3886 articles. After removal of duplicates, 2906 articles were screened and 31 studies were included after full‐text analysis. Head and Neck Oncology (25.8%) and Otology (16.1%) were the most highly represented subspecialty topics. Patients with LEP represented an average of 21.71% (Range 2.21% – 51%) of the study populations. Definitions of LEP were variable. Furthermore, studies specifying patient‐reported LEP status reported significant findings more often than those using electronic health record‐derived data (p < 0.01). Under the Kilbourne framework, all studies were “detecting” (N = 21, 67.7%) and “understanding” (N = 10, 32.3%) disparities. In outcomes‐focused studies, patients with LEP presented with a higher burden of oncologic disease, more severe hearing loss, and disparities in treatment access/implementation.ConclusionPatients with LEP are adversely impacted across various otolaryngology subspecialties. Defining these inequities is vital to provide more targeted and comprehensive care for patients with LEP.Level of EvidenceNA Laryngoscope, 2024
Impact of exercise intervention with or without curcumin supplementation on body fat composition, glucose, and lipid metabolism in obese adults: A meta‐analysis
Authors: Li Yinghao , Guo Longfei , Zhang Dandan , Ma Jiayuan 
Published: November 2024

AbstractThis study was carried out to systematically review and evaluate the influence of exercise with and without curcumin on body fat composition, glucose, and lipid metabolism in obese adults. Search for eligible studies through four databases, and then proceed with screening. The inclusion criteria are as follows: (1) obese adults; (2) randomized controlled trial (RCT); (3) classified the exercise intervention with curcumin supplementation as the exercise with curcumin (CU) group and without curcumin supplementation as the exercise without curcumin (EX) group; (4) Conducted pre‐ and post‐training assessments, which include body fat composition, glucose and lipid metabolism parameters. Use the Cochrane bias risk assessment tool to evaluate the quality of the selected study. Select standardized mean difference (SMD) as the appropriate effect scale index, and use Revman 5.4 software to analyze the mean difference of the selected article data with a 95% confidence interval (CI). A total of seven studies fulfilled the inclusion criteria and were selected for the meta‐analysis. The included studies involved 72 males and 111 females, where 94 belonged to the EX group and 89 from the CU group. The CU group benefited more from the reduced Fat% (SMD, 2.18 [0.12, 4.24], p < 0.05, I2 = 0%, p for heterogeneity = 0.98) than the EX group. The study demonstrated that the combined exercise intervention with curcumin supplementation significantly reduced Fat% in obese adults compared with exercise without supplementing curcumin.
Phosphorus‐Containing Biobased Dimethacrylate Resin with Imine Linkages
Authors: Ozukanar Ozge , Çakmakçi Emrah , Kumbaraci Volkan 
Published: November 2024

AbstractThere is a high demand for highly biobased photocurable coatings for a wide range of applications. In this work, a photocurable coating formulation is developed based on isobornyl acrylate (IBOA) and a biobased polyester diacrylate. Besides, a phosphorous‐containing biobased dimethacrylate resin having imine groups (VDDM) is synthesized. Different ratios of VDDM are added to the biobased base formulation. VDDM is characterized by nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) and Fourier transform infrared (FTIR) spectroscopies. The formulations are coated on aluminum substrates and photocured under UV light. The biobased contents of the prepared networks are in the range of ≈68–79%. Coatings display a good adhesion on the aluminum substrates. The incorporation of VDDM into the formulations slightly increases the glass transition temperature values. Moreover, VDDM enhances the hydrophilicity of the coatings. VDDM‐free coatings are found to be resistant to degradation under basic and acidic media, but the presence of imine bonds in VDDM leads to the partial degradation of the prepared networks under acidic aqueous conditions. Finally, it is demonstrated that the coatings prepared herein are resistant to corrosion. The prepared highly biobased networks in this study have the potential to be used as photocurable coil coatings.
The Servicescape and Its Impact on Consumer Satisfaction: A Meta‐Analysis
Authors: Wang Peihao , Wu Laurie , Gao Lisa , Mattila Anna S. 
Published: November 2024

ABSTRACTDespite abundant research demonstrating the impact of servicescape on consumer responses, there is a lack of understanding of how each servicescape dimension distinctly influences consumer satisfaction. To bridge this gap, we utilize the affordance theory to examine the unique impact of various servicescape dimensions on consumer satisfaction. We conducted a meta‐analysis to synthesize previous empirical findings and validate our theorization. We also examined how the service sector and consumer culture moderate the impact of servicescape dimensions on consumer satisfaction. Theoretically, this research extends the literature by introducing the affordance theory as a theoretical lens to explain the influence of various servicescape dimensions on consumer satisfaction. We argue that the consumer's primary consumption goals, shaped by the service sector and consumer culture, drive consumer satisfaction for each servicescape dimension. This research offers valuable insights for practitioners to prioritize specific servicescape dimensions based on the industry sector and cultural context.
Development of significantly hard hypereutectoid plain carbon steel through incomplete austenitization based cyclic quenching treatment
Authors: Maity J. , Dastidar M. G. , Mandal S. , Sharma S. , Chaudhary S. K. , Saha A. 
Published: November 2024

AbstractIn this investigation hot rolled steel bars of 1.24 weight % carbon steel are subjected to incomplete austenitization based cyclic quenching treatment. Each cycle consists of inserting the specimen in an electric resistance furnace at a temperature of 894 °C and holding for a short duration (6 minutes), followed by oil quenching to the room temperature. Such a typical thermal cycling results in the evolution of a novel microstructure that comprises of large clusters and blocks of cementite in a matrix of martensite after 3 and 4 cycles. Accordingly, a significantly high hardness (7.13 GPa) is achieved on execution of 3 cycles which envisages a new pathway of incomplete austenitization based cyclic quenching treatment for development of new‐generation plain carbon hypereutectoid tool steel.
The nutrition profile and utility of banana puree as a liquid thickener for medically complex infants with dysphagia
Authors: Brinker Kristin , Winn Lauren , Woodbury Anne E. , Finch Amara , Taggart Michelle , Thomas Debbie , Ermarth Anna , Chan Belinda 
Published: November 2024

AbstractIntroductionDysphagia among infants, particularly high‐risk and preterm neonates, poses feeding challenges that can impact multiple systemic outcomes and delay hospital discharge. Limited therapeutic options for approved thickening agents for human milk and infant formula necessitate the exploration of alternatives, including banana puree.MethodThis study investigated the feasibility of using banana puree as a thickening agent for hospitalized infants with dysphagia. The International Dysphagia Diet Standardisation Initiative (IDDSI) flow test determined optimal volumes of banana puree mixed with infant formulas or human milk to achieve desired liquid thickness levels. Nutrition analysis considered potassium intake and calories from carbohydrates to assess dietary composition.ResultBanana puree effectively achieved IDDSI Levels 1–3, with varying volumes required based on milk types and caloric concentrations. The nutrition analysis revealed the importance of restricting banana puree to 15% of feeding volumes to avoid exceeding recommended potassium levels while promoting appropriate nutrition.ConclusionBanana puree represents a promising option for thickening feeds in infants with dysphagia, facilitating safe oral feeding opportunities, accelerating the introduction of oral feeding, and, potentially, improving long‐term outcomes. Further research is warranted to explore its impact on feeding progression, hospital stays, growth, patient outcomes, and feeding‐related behaviors compared with traditional thickening agents.
Preparation of an Injectable Thermosensitive Pluronic F127/ γ‐Fe2O3 Hydrogel for Combined Hyperthermia and Localized Drug Delivery for Cancer Treatment
Authors: Farzaneh Mahtab , Hassanzadeh‐Tabrizi Sayed Ali , Mokhtarian Nader 
Published: November 2024

ABSTRACTA novel locally injectable hydrogel made from Pluronic F127 containing magnetic γ‐Fe2O3 nanoparticles (GMNP) and Doxorubicin (DOX) with temperature‐sensitive properties for localized magnetic hyperthermia and drug delivery was prepared. In most of the studies that have been observed so far, magnetic nanoparticles have been injected as ferrofluid solutions, but because of the high osmotic pressure inside the tumor, there is a high risk of injection leakage and ferrofluid redistribution. Also, due to the super‐paramagnetic property of nanoparticles, the probability of their agglomeration increases, which causes Atherosclerosis and other problems. The DOX/GMNP/F127 hydrogel exhibited a hyperthermia effect and showed an increase in temperature by applying ACMF (400 kHz). The shape of the GMNPs was spherical, and their size was about 19–51 nm. The mixture was produced as liquid outside the body, but it turned into a gel by increasing the temperature to body temperature. Applying an AC magnetic field on the DOX/GMNP/F127‐gel not only produced controllable heat but also increased the rate of drug release from the gel. Mixing magnetic GMNPs with anticancer DOX drug in the thermo‐responsive F127 hydrogel has emerged as a promising smart combination for the application of simultaneous magnetic hyperthermia and chemotherapy in the possible treatment of cancer.
A comprehensive investigation on metal–organic framework based poly(vinylidene fluoride) composites as piezoelectric nanogenerators
Authors: Adaval Akanksha , Aishwarya Ananya , Kamble Riddhi , Banerjee Susanta , Dasgupta Titas , Bhattacharyya Arup R. 
Published: November 2024

AbstractCopper based metal–organic frameworks (Cu‐MOF) incorporated poly(vinylidene fluoride) (PVDF) composites were processed using drop casting, with different concentrations of Cu‐MOF (0.15–2 wt.%). Ultrasonication and centrifugation of Cu‐MOF particles were adopted as pre‐processing steps to ensure effective de‐agglomeration of the Cu‐MOF particles. The formation of polar β‐crystalline phase in PVDF/Cu‐MOF composite was confirmed by the morphological observation of fibrillar microstructure and the manifestation of specific absorption bands via spectroscopic analysis. Further, FTIR and NMR spectroscopic analyses unequivocally established the interfacial interactions between Cu‐MOF particles and PVDF dipoles. A maximum of ~92% polar fraction and ~25 pm/V d33 was obtained in PVDF composite of 1 wt.% of Cu‐MOF. Dielectric and ferroelectric investigations were carried out to relate the improvement of the interfacial polarization. Moreover, energy harvesting devices were fabricated from PVDF/MOF composites and a maximum rectified piezoelectric voltage of ~40 V was recorded during finger tapping experiment in PVDF/MOF composite of 1 wt.% Cu‐MOF. Further, a load current and maximum volumetric power density of 7.5 μA and ~1.2 mW/cm3, respectively, were achieved. The usage of the fabricated device as an energy harvester was further established by charging and discharging different capacitors and illuminating LEDs.Highlights
Cu‐MOF (0.15–2 wt.%) incorporated PVDF composites were processed by solution casting.
A maximum of ~92% polar fraction was obtained in PVDF/1MOF composite.
A maximum rectified output voltage of ~40 V was recorded in PVDF/1MOF composite.
A higher power density (1.2 mW/cm3) and load current (7.5 μA) were achieved for PVDF/1MOF.
The usage of the fabricated device as an energy harvester was further established.
Investigating the durability of nano‐reinforced CFRP‐aluminum and CFRP‐CFRP bonded and bonded/bolted joints under hygrothermal conditions
Authors: Karimi Sajjad 
Published: November 2024

AbstractAssessing the mechanical properties of CFRP and aluminum specimens exposed to hygrothermal aging is vital. Moreover, it is important to develop strategies to improve these properties. This study examines the influence of fullerene and Single‐Walled Carbon Nanotubes (SWCNT) on the fatigue life and static strength of bonded and bonded/bolted joints. The research concentrates on composite‐to‐composite and composite‐to‐aluminum substrates under three‐point bending tests, both prior to and after hygrothermal aging. The samples were classified into four groups: (1) neat specimens, (2) specimens with added fullerene, (3) specimens containing SWCNT, and (4) specimens with a blend of 50% SWCNT and 50% fullerene.The findings indicated that the optimal nanoparticle ratio for bonded joints differs from that for bonded/bolted joints. Incorporating nanoparticles into the adhesive enhanced the fatigue life of single lap joints (SLJs), particularly in samples with mixed particles and SWCNT. In some instances, nanoparticles intensified the effects of hygrothermal conditions, further increasing fatigue life. The incorporation of nanoparticles and the use of bonded/bolted joints significantly enhanced joint strength, with the combination of both yielding the best results. This study improves the understanding of aging in adhesive and hybrid joints, particularly in dissimilar configurations, and offers insights into their performance under various environmental conditions.Highlights
Study examines fullerene and SWCNT impacts on CTC/CTA joint strength and fatigue.
Optimal nanoparticle ratios differ for bonded and bonded/bolted joints.
Nanoparticles reduce moisture absorption, aging damage, and increase failure load.
Nanoparticles enhance fatigue life, varying by type, volume, load, and joint.
Incorporating nanoparticles significantly improves joint strength.
Enhancing interlaminar fracture toughness of carbon fiber/epoxy composites toughened by polyethersulfone resin and hybrid carbon nanotubes/graphene oxide
Authors: Wang Gongdong , Liu Xueqing , Wang Meng , Yu Mingchi , Zhang Hongxiang , He Long 
Published: November 2024

AbstractIn this study, to improve the interlayer fracture toughness of carbon fiber reinforced polymer (CFRP) composites, polyethersulfone (PES)/carbon nanotubes (CNTs)/graphene oxide (GO) hybrid films were prepared by wet phase transition method based on a total of seven different ratios of CNTs and GO, 0:5, 1:4, 2:3, 1:1, 3:2, 4:1, and 0:5 (with a total concentration of 1 wt%). The optimal toughening system of hybrid particles mixed with thermoplastic resin films for CFRP composites was investigated by the double cantilever beam test and end notched flexure test. The results showed that when 20 wt% of PES was added to the film and the ratios of CNTs to GO were 3:2 and 2:3, respectively, the Mode I and II fracture toughness of the laminates were significantly enhanced. Compared with the original specimens, the increases were 123.66% and 204.55%, respectively. In addition, CNTs/GO = 3:2 had the best enhancement effect on the Mode I test, increasing by 111.84%, filling the gap in the effect of low temperature environment on the interlayer fracture performance of high‐performance composites. Finally, a scanning electron microscope was used to observe the microstructure of the fracture surface and analyze the toughening mechanism.Highlights
Seven hybrid films with different ratios were prepared.
The superiority of film for enhancing the fracture toughness was verified.
Fills the gap in the interlayer toughness of samples at low temperature.
Influence of crosslinker on the properties of terpene‐based poly(high internal phase emulsion)s
Authors: Beyaz Rumeysa , Kramer Stanko , Kekevi Burcu , Mert E. Hilal , Pulko Irena , Krajnc Peter 
Published: November 2024

AbstractPoly(high internal phase emulsion)s (polyHIPEs) are an important class of porous polymeric materials, where HIPEs are used to create hierarchical open porosity. In order to synthesize more sustainable and greener polymer materials, bio‐derived terpene‐based polyHIPEs are becoming increasingly important. Herein, polyHIPEs were synthesized by free radical copolymerization crosslinking of β‐myrcene with flexible poly(ethylene glycol dimethacrylate) or ethylene glycol dimethacrylate in water‐in‐oil HIPEs. The influence of using a flexible oligomeric crosslinker on pore morphology and mechanical properties of the resulting terpene‐based polyHIPEs was investigated. Morphological and mechanical characterization of the terpene‐based polyHIPEs reveals that using crosslinkers with varied flexibility significantly influences pore morphology and mechanical strength. In addition, altering the amount of crosslinker in the HIPE template has proved to be an important parameter in the final material properties. While the structure of the crosslinker has a less pronounced influence on the polyHIPE morphology, mechanical properties are significantly affected due to the difference in the resulting polymer architecture and free volume. © 2024 The Author(s). Polymer International published by John Wiley & Sons Ltd on behalf of Society of Chemical Industry.
Comorbidity profiles and pulmonary embolism risk assessment: Leveraging the Charlson Comorbidity Index for improved prognostication in a national data set
Authors: Ho Truong‐An , Lio Ka U. , Patel Palakkumar , Wang Yichen , Arshad Hammad , Li Si , Rali Parth 
Published: November 2024

AbstractCurrent risk assessment of pulmonary embolism (PE) stratifies patients based on hemodynamic stability, clinical parameters of severity, right ventricular dysfunction and cardiac injury but fails to integrate a wide variety of comorbid conditions. The Charlson Comorbidity Index (CCI) predicts mortality based on patients' diseases and provides a system to quantify disease burden. The National Inpatient Sample (NIS) database (2016–2018) was used to identify patients with PE and calculate CCI score groups of 0, 1–2, 3–5, and ≥6 and stratify them by outcome. Of 561,625 patients with PE, 176,460 (31.4%) had CCI score of 0, 223,870 (39.8%) had CCI of 1–2, 102,305 (18.2%) had CCI of 3–5, and 58,990 (10.5%) had CCI ≥ 6. Higher CCI scores were associated with increased mortality: CCI 1–2 (adjusted odds ratio [aOR] 2.09), CCI 3–5 (aOR 3.12), CCI ≥ 6 (aOR 5.44) compared to CCI 0, along with stepwise increases in shock and mechanical ventilation with each increase in CCI score group. CCI scores ≥3 had increased length of stay (1.4–1.72 days) and increased total hospital costs ($3651–$4265) compared to CCI0. Patients with CCI ≥ 3 were less likely to receive systemic thrombolysis, catheter directed thrombolysis and mechanical thrombectomy. Acute PE in patients with elevated comorbidity scores is associated with higher morbidity and mortality, increased hospital resource utilization, and decreased usage of advanced therapies in a large cohort reflective of patients across the United States. Integration of comorbidities in risk assessment profiles identifies patients with higher short‐term mortality which may guide management strategy.
Hyperbolic Site Percolation
Authors: Grimmett Geoffrey R. , Li Zhongyang 
Published: November 2024

ABSTRACTSeveral results are presented for site percolation on quasi‐transitive, planar graphs with one end, when properly embedded in either the Euclidean or hyperbolic plane. If is a matching pair derived from some quasi‐transitive mosaic , then , where is the critical probability for the existence of an infinite cluster, and is the critical value for the existence of a unique such cluster. This fulfils and extends to the hyperbolic plane an observation of Sykes and Essam (1964), and it extends to quasi‐transitive site models a theorem of Benjamini and Schramm (Thm. 3.8, Journal of the American Mathematical Society 14 (2001): 487–507) for transitive bond percolation. It follows that , where denotes the matching graph of . In particular, and hence, when is amenable we have . When combined with the main result of the companion paper by the same authors (Random Structures & Algorithms (2024)), we obtain for transitive that the strict inequality holds if and only if is not a triangulation. A key technique is a method for expressing a planar site percolation process on a matching pair in terms of a dependent bond process on the corresponding dual pair of graphs. Amongst other matters, the results reported here answer positively two conjectures of Benjamini and Schramm (Conj. 7, 8, Electronic Communications in Probability 1 (1996): 71–82) in the case of quasi‐transitive graphs.
Impact of Tetrakis(dimethylamido)tin(IV) Degradation on Atomic Layer Deposition of Tin Oxide Films and Perovskite Solar Cells
Authors: Qiu Shuang , Amaro Augusto , Fabulyak Diana , Appleby‐Millette Julien , Conover Cassidy , Zhang Dongyang , Yeddu Vishal , Cheong I Teng , Paci Irina , Saidaminov Makhsud I. 
Published: November 2024

AbstractTin oxide (SnOx) films synthesized by atomic layer deposition (ALD) are widely explored in a range of optoelectronic devices including electrochemical sensors, transistors, and photovoltaics. However, the integrity of the key ALD‐SnOx precursor, namely tetrakis(dimethylamido)tin (IV) (TDMASn), and its influence on the properties of ultimate films remain unexplored. Here a significant degradation of TDMASn into bis(dimethylamido)tin(II) via the Sn‐imine complex is reported, and its impact on the corresponding films and devices is examined. It is found, surprisingly, that this degradation does not affect the growth kinetics and morphology of ALD‐SnOx films. But it notably deteriorates their electronic properties, resulting in films with twice the electrical resistance due to different oxidation mechanisms of the degradation products. Perovskite solar cells employing such films exhibit a significant loss in power conversion efficiency, primarily due to charge transport and transfer losses. These findings urge strategies to stabilize TDMASn, a critical precursor for ALD‐SnOx films, or to identify alternative materials to achieve efficient and reliable devices.