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Predictors of quality of life of the rural older adults in Northern Thailand
Authors: Seangpraw Katekaew , Ratanasiripong Nop T. , Ratanasiripong Paul 
Published: July 2019

Purpose
The purpose of this paper to explore socio-demographic factors related to the quality of life (QoL) among older adults in the rural area of Thailand.

Design/methodology/approach
This cross-sectional study examined socio-demographic factor that may predict the QoL among 470 older adults who lived in a rural area of Northern Thailand. The study questionnaire consisted of four parts, including socio-demographic data, perceptions of the health status, family relationship and QoL (WHOQOL-OLD). Spearman’s ρ or Pearson’s product moment correlation coefficients were determine the factors associated with the QoL. Stepwise multiple regressions were carried out to describe predictors of the QoL.

Findings
Majority of the participants (71 percent) were between 60 and 79 years old. Three-quarters of participants had primary school educational level. Most (74 percent) were married and no longer work (72 percent). Most (87 percent) had a moderate level of the QoL in all six domains. Six predictors of QoL include age, gender, education, current employment, health status perception and family relationship. These factors could significantly predict the QoL of the older adults by 30 percent.

Originality/value
Public health officers should collaborate with community partners and relevant stakeholders to increase the QoL of older adults in the rural area through activities which promote health status perception and family relationship.
Measuring corporate halal reputation
Authors: Tieman Marco 
Published: July 2019

Purpose
The purpose of this paper is to introduce a new framework to measure corporate halal reputation. In this conceptual paper, the “Corporate Halal Reputation Index” is proposed, which acts as predictor for corporate halal reputation and sales in Muslim markets.

Design/methodology/approach
This paper builds further on previous work published in the Journal of Islamic Marketing on Islamic Branding. Research propositions are constructed on the drivers and moderating variables of corporate halal reputation.

Findings
Halal authenticity, trustworthiness of halal certification body, messages by company and supply chain partners, messages by external stakeholders and the moderating variables category of Islamic brand and sensitivity of product are expected to determine the corporate halal reputation. Alignment between the corporate halal reputation drivers and halal market requirements will be critical for brands to earn and protect their license to operate in Muslim markets.

Research limitations/implications
This conceptual paper proposes that halal authenticity, trustworthiness of halal certification body, messages by company and supply chain partners, and messages by external stakeholders, as well as two moderating variables, are essentially determining the corporate halal reputation. However, empirical research is needed through a case study and survey research to validate the proposed “Corporate Halal Reputation Index” and test these research propositions.

Practical implications
This study shows that corporate halal reputation management is different from conventional corporate reputation management. The corporate halal reputation index should be measured and included in balanced scorecards at top management level.

Originality/value
The “Corporate Halal Reputation Index” is envisioned to be the new key performance indicator for both the top management and halal committee (halal management team) operating in Muslim markets. As there is an evident lack of academic research in the field of corporate halal reputation management, it provides an important reference for corporate communication and Islamic branding and marketing.
Influence of interlayer dwell time on stress field of thin-walled components in WAAM via numerical simulation and experimental tests
Authors: Li Rong , Xiong Jun 
Published: July 2019

Purpose
This paper aims to study the residual stress of deposited components which is a main issue to impede the widespread application of wire and arc additive manufacturing (WAAM). The interlayer dwell time is believed to have an effect on residual stress distributions in WAAM due to variance in heat dissipation condition. A coupled thermomechanical finite element model was established to evaluate the role of dwell time in between layers on the mechanical behavior of thin-walled components in WAAM, mainly involving thermal stress evolutions and residual stress distributions of the component and substrate.

Design/methodology/approach
Four interlayer dwell times including 0, 120 and 300 s and cooling to ambient temperature were selected in finite element modeling, and corresponding experiments were conducted to verify the reliability of the model.

Findings
The results show that with the interlayer dwell time, the stress cycling curves become more uniform and the interlayer stress-releasing effect is weakened. The residual stress levels on the substrate decrease with the increasing interlayer dwell time. In the outside surface of the component, the distributions of axial and longitudinal residual stress along the deposition path are the smoothest when the interlayer dwell time is cooling to ambient temperature. In the inside surface, a longer interlayer dwell time leads to an obvious decrease in the longitudinal and axial residual stress along the deposition path.

Originality/value
The comprehensive study of how the interlayer dwell time influences stress field of components is helpful to improve the deposition defects generated by WAAM.
Estimation of a non‐stationary prior covariance from seismic data
Authors: Madsen Rasmus Bødker , Hansen Thomas Mejer , Omre Henning 
Published: July 2019

ABSTRACTNon‐stationarity in statistical properties of the subsurface is often ignored. In a classical linear Bayesian inversion setting of seismic data, the prior distribution of physical parameters is often assumed to be stationary. Here we propose a new method of handling non‐stationarity in the variance of physical parameters in seismic data. We propose to infer the model variance prior to inversion using maximum likelihood estimators in a sliding window approach. A traditional, and a localized shrinkage estimator is defined for inferring the prior model variance. The estimators are assessed in a synthetic base case with heterogeneous variance of the acoustic impedance in a zero‐offset seismic cross section. Subsequently, this data is inverted for acoustic impedance using a non‐stationary model set up with the inferred variances. Results indicate that prediction as well as posterior resolution is greatly improved using the non‐stationary model compared with a common prior model with stationary variance. The localized shrinkage predictor is shown to be slightly more robust than the traditional estimator in terms of amplitude differences in the variance of acoustic impedance and size of local neighbourhood. Finally, we apply the methodology to a real data set from the North Sea basin. Inversion results show a more realistic posterior model than using a conventional approach with stationary variance.
Population‐scale treatment informs solutions for control of environmentally transmitted wildlife disease
Authors: Martin Alynn M. , Richards Shane A. , Fraser Tamieka A. , Polkinghorne Adam , Burridge Christopher P. , Carver Scott 
Published: July 2019

Abstract

Long‐term pathogen control or eradication in wildlife is rare and represents a major challenge in conservation. Control is particularly difficult for environmentally transmitted pathogens, including some of the most conservation‐critical wildlife diseases.

We undertook a treatment programme aimed at population‐scale eradication of the environmentally transmitted Sarcoptes scabiei mite (causative agent of sarcoptic mange) during an epizootic in bare‐nosed wombats (Vombatus ursinus). Field trial results were used to parameterize a mechanistic host‐disease model that explicitly described indirect transmission, host behaviour and viable disease intervention methods.

Model analysis shows that elimination of S. scabiei in the wild is most sensitive to the success of treatment delivery, and duration of the programme. In addition, we found the frequency that wombats switch burrows was an important positive driver of mite persistence.

Synthesis and applications. This research emphasizes the utility of applying model‐guided management techniques in order to achieve practical solutions for controlling disease in the field. We find that control efforts of Sarcoptes scabiei are most successful when simultaneous improvements are made to the current best‐practice protocol, specifically the implementation of better treatment application methods in combination with a longer lasting treatment. These suggested management changes may also reduce the resources and field effort required to implement a successful regime. Furthermore, our approach and findings have applicability to other species affected by S. scabiei (e.g. wolves, red foxes, Spanish ibex and American black bear), as well as other conservation‐critical systems involving environmental transmission (e.g. bat white‐nose syndrome and amphibian chytridiomycosis).
Sensory Properties and Consumer Acceptance of Cantaloupe Melon Cultivars
Authors: Menezes Ayres Ellen Mayra , Lee Soh Min , Boyden Laurie , Guinard Jean‐Xavier 
Published: July 2019

AbstractThis research measured the sensory characteristics and consumer acceptance of 15 cultivars of cantaloupe. Eleven trained panelists assessed melons by descriptive analysis. Northern California consumers (n = 171) evaluated the melons for overall, appearance, flavor, and texture liking on the 9‐point hedonic scale and the adequacy of ripeness, sweetness, and firmness on a 5‐point just‐about‐right (JAR) scale. Twenty‐two sensory attributes differed significantly among the melons. CaldeoDF, Caldeo, Globstar, RML0499, and Caribbean Gold showed higher firmness, crunchiness, and denser textures. Impac presented higher watermelon flavor, bitterness, and sourness. Caldeo, CaldeoDF, Globstar, Magellan, and Sol Real had higher overall intensity, sweetness and oversweet flavor, longer‐lasting aftertaste, and salivating mouthfeel. Consumers liked Magellan, Acclaim, and Primo most, and Aphrodite and Impac least, and the harvesting period was not critical to consumer acceptance. Sweet, oversweet flavor, and intense orange and richness of color were drivers of overall liking. Preference clustering identified three groups of consumers with distinct sensory preferences and favorite cultivars. JAR data showed Acclaim, Magellan, Primo, and Saguaro were just right for ripeness and so was Acclaim for firmness. All melons were judged not sweet enough. Growers and distributors could use the information from this research to improve the quality and appeal of the cantaloupe melon offering in the United States.Practical ApplicationWe profiled the sensory attributes and measured consumer liking of 15 cantaloupe cultivars. Our findings should benefit producers and consumers equally as they identified those cultivars with the most promising sensory traits and they uncovered preference segments among a population of Northern California consumers as well as drivers of liking for those segments.
HHV‐6A infection of endometrial epithelial cells affects immune profile and trophoblast invasion
Authors: Bortolotti Daria , Gentili Valentina , Rotola Antonella , Cultrera Rosario , Marci Roberto , Di Luca Dario , Rizzo Roberta 
Published: July 2019

AbstractProblemWe first reported human herpesvirus (HHV)‐6A DNA presence in 43% of endometrial cells from women with idiopathic infertility, whereas no fertile control women harbored the virus. We investigated the effect of HHV‐6A infection on the immunological status of the endometrium.Method of studyEndometrial biopsies, uterine flushing, and whole blood samples were collected from 67 idiopathic infertile women (mid‐secretory phase). We analyzed the endometrial immunological status evaluating: (a) the effect of HHV‐6A infection on endometrial immune profile analyzing the ratio of interleukin (IL)‐15/ fibroblast growth factor‐inducible 14 (Fn‐14) and IL‐18/ TNF‐related weak inducer of apoptosis (TWEAK) mRNA as a biomarker of endometrial (e)natural killer activation/maturation, angiogenesis, and Th1/Th2 balance; (b) endometrial receptivity to trophoblasts in endometrial 3D in vitro model; (c) natural killer (NK) cells and T cells percentage and subpopulations by flow cytometry.ResultsWe confirmed the presence of HHV‐6A infection in a 40% of idiopathic infertile women, characterized by an immune profile reflecting eNK cell cytotoxic activation and a decrease in CD4+ CD25+ CD127dim/− regulatory T cells. The co‐culture of endometrial epithelial cells with spheroids generated from the extravillous trophoblast‐derived cell line JEG3 showed a twofold expansion of spheroids on endometrial epithelial‐stromal cells (ESC) culture surface from HHV‐6A negative women while no expansion was observed on the surface of ESC from HHV‐6A positive women.ConclusionThe identification of an effect of HHV‐6A infection on endometrial immune status opens new perspectives in idiopathic infertile women care management. In addition, it would be possible to select antiviral therapies as novel, non‐hormonal therapeutic approaches to those idiopathic infertile women characterized by the presence of endometrial HHV‐6A infection, to increase their pregnancy rate.
Novel intrauterine balloon tamponade systems for postpartum hemorrhage
Authors: Kondoh Eiji , Chigusa Yoshitsugu , Ueda Akihiko , Mogami Haruta , Mandai Masaki 
Published: July 2019

AbstractIntroductionPostpartum hemorrhage is the most common cause of maternal death worldwide. Although intrauterine balloon tamponade has been widely used as an effective procedure to control atonic postpartum hemorrhage, intrauterine balloon tamponade fails to control postpartum hemorrhage in approximately one‐fifth of cases. The aim of this study was to evaluate the efficacy of novel intrauterine balloon tamponade systems for postpartum hemorrhage.Material and methodsWe have developed two novel intrauterine balloon tamponade systems to maintain proper balloon placement. One was a shaft cover with its fixture system and the other was “the Kyoto balloon system” designed to provide direct pressure onto the upper uterine cavity. The efficacy of the intrauterine balloon tamponade systems was evaluated using a silicone three‐dimensionally printed postpartum uterine cavity model.ResultsMeasurements of balloon displacement during inflation showed that the shaft cover significantly prevented the Bakri balloon from being displaced. The residual fluid volume in the upper uterine cavity was significantly less with the Kyoto balloon system than with the Bakri balloon system, indicating the effectiveness of the Kyoto balloon for upper uterine cavity tamponade.ConclusionsThese innovative intrauterine balloon tamponade systems were effective for prevention of balloon displacement and for balloon tamponade of the upper uterine cavity in a 3D‐printed postpartum‐specific uterine cavity model.
Management of supragastric belching with cognitive behavioural therapy: factors determining success and follow‐up outcomes at 6‐12 months post‐therapy
Authors: Sawada Akinari , Anastasi Natasha , Green Alicia , Glasinovic Esteban , Wynter Emily , Albusoda Ahmed , Hajek Peter , Sifrim Daniel 
Published: July 2019

SummaryBackgroundSupragastric belching (SGB) has a significant behavioural component. We recently used cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) to treat SGB. We demonstrated that CBT significantly reduces symptoms and improves quality of life in 50% of patients who had completed treatment.AimsTo investigate factors associated with successful CBT for SGB and to assess symptoms 6‐12 months after completion of CBTMethodsRecords of 39 patients who had completed the CBT protocol were analysed. Per cent pre‐ to post‐treatment change in symptoms was assessed using a visual analogue scale (VAS) score. We evaluated the association between ‘pre‐treatment’ factors and ‘during‐treatment’ factors, and symptomatic outcomes. Symptoms were also assessed 6‐12 months after treatment.ResultsFrom ‘pre‐treatment factors’, a lower number of SGBs (P < .01) and lower hypervigilance score (P < .04) were significantly associated with a better outcome. From ‘during‐treatment factors’ a higher CBT ‘proficiency score’ ([a] acceptance of the explanation that SGB is a behavioural phenomenon [b] detection of a warning signal before belching [c] adherence to the exercises treatment) was associated with a better outcome (P = .001). Multiple regression analysis found that number of SGBs, hypervigilance score and CBT proficiency score were independently associated with outcome (P < .01, P = .01, P < .01). VAS score before CBT (267 ± 79) decreased to 151 ± 88 soon after CBT (P < .001), and the effect persisted at 6‐12 months follow‐up (153 ± 82).ConclusionsLower number of SGBs, lower hypervigilance score and higher proficiency during CBT were associated with better CBT outcome. CBT positive effect lasted for at least 6‐12 months post‐treatment.
The role of hepatitis B core‐related antigen in predicting hepatitis B virus recurrence after liver transplantation
Authors: Yu Jiong , Ye Yali , Liu Jingqi , Xu Yanping , Lou Bin , Zhu Jiaqi , Sheng Xinyu , Feng Xudong , Pan Qiaoling , Yang Jinfeng , Cao Hongcui , Li Lanjuan 
Published: July 2019

SummaryBackgroundHepatitis B core‐related antigen (HBcrAg) is a viral marker for the development of cirrhosis and hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) in patients with chronic hepatitis B (CHB). However, the relationship between HBcrAg and HBV recurrence after liver transplantation (LT) is unclear.AimTo investigate the correlation of serum HBcrAg level with HBV recurrence post‐LT to evaluate the prognostic role of the pre‐LT HBcrAg level.MethodsThis retrospective cohort study enrolled 357 CHB patients who received LT for a median of 36.6 months. Univariate and multivariate analyses and time‐dependent receiver operating characteristic (ROC) curves for markers associated with HBV recurrence were analysed.Results48 patients (13.4%) had HBV recurrence after LT. HBcrAg, detectable HBV DNA, HCC and HCC recurrence were associated with HBV recurrence. In a multivariate analysis, HBcrAg level was independently associated with HBV recurrence, and the relationship between HBcrAg level and incident HBV recurrence was significant and graded (HR: 3.17 per unit; 95% CI: 1.97‐5.11; P for trend < .001). Additionally, HBcrAg level was superior to HBV DNA level in predicting HBV recurrence by time‐dependent ROC analysis. Patients with an HBcrAg ≥ 5.0 log U/mL had a significantly higher 5‐year cumulative recurrence rate than those with an HBcrAg < 5.0 log U/mL (37.6% vs 6%, P < .001); the adjusted hazard ratio was 5.27 (95% CI 2.47‐11.25, P < .001).ConclusionAn elevated serum HBcrAg level was independently associated with the risk of HBV recurrence in patients with CHB after LT.
Laparoscopic repair of paraesophageal hernia with organo‐axial intrathoracic gastric volvulus
Authors: Siow Sze Li , Chuah Jun Sen , Mahendran Hans Alexander 
Published: July 2019

AbstractIntrathoracic organo‐axial gastric volvulus is a rare clinical entity associated with paraesophageal hernia. It is characterized by migration of the stomach into the thoracic cavity through an enlarged hiatal defect and rotation around its long axis connecting the cardia and the pylorus. A 72‐year‐old woman presented with epigastric pain that radiated to the left scapula for 1 week prior to presentation. Computed tomography scan of her thorax and abdomen demonstrated paraoesophageal hernia with organo‐axial intrathoracic gastric volvulus. Laparoscopically, the stomach was returned to its abdominal position, the mediastinal sac was excised and after adequate intra‐abdominal length of the esophagus was attained, the hiatal defect was closed primarily and reinforced with a composite mesh. An anterior 180° partial fundoplication was performed as both an anti‐reflux procedure and also as a form of gastropexy. She had an uneventful recovery and remains well after 2 years.
Effects of tail docking and/or teeth clipping on behavior, lesions, and physiological indicators of sows and their piglets
Authors: Fu Ling‐ling , Zhou Bo , Li Hui‐zhi , Liang Ting‐ting , Chu Qing‐po , Schinckel Allan P. , Li Yuan , Xu Fei‐long 
Published: July 2019

AbstractTo evaluate effects of tail docking and/or teeth clipping on sows and their piglets, a total of 24 sows and their 302 piglets at 3 days of age were randomly allocated to one of four treatments: teeth clipping and tail docking (TCTD), teeth clipping (TC), tail docking (TD), or intact teeth and tail (Intact). Behavior of piglets and sows, lesions on the body and tail of piglets and sows' teats were inspected. Heart rates of processed piglets were increased (p < .01) during the procedures. Teeth clipping decreased body surface temperature (p < .01) of piglets during and after the procedures but tail docking did not (p > .01). Processed piglets spent more (p < .05) time lying alone and playing/fighting than sham‐processed piglets. Tail docked piglets spent less (p < .01) time standing than tail sham‐docked piglets. Intact teeth increased (p < .05) the avoidance behaviors of sows. Teeth clipping decreased (p < .05) the lesion scores on the anterior, middle, and posterior teats. Taken together, piglet teeth clipping had more impact on sows and their piglets than tail docking did in the lactation period based on our findings.
Placental Studies for Child Development
Authors: O'Connor Thomas G. , Miller Richard K. , Salafia Carolyn M. 
Published: July 2019

AbstractResearch on children's psychological and behavioral development readily incorporates changing biological models and techniques. In this article, we suggest that, in response to increasing evidence of robust influences of prenatal exposures on children's neurodevelopment and mental and physical health, developmental science also needs to consider the placenta's role in development. We argue why placental mechanisms are plausible targets in developmental science, and suggest initial and practical steps toward integrating placenta markers and mechanisms into research on child development.
Crafting a policy statement: Some observations
Authors: Jodock Darrell 
Published: July 2019

AbstractIn 2016, a task force appointed by the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America began drafting a policy statement which in 2018 appeared with the title “A Declaration of Inter‐Religious Commitment.” This article explains the production of that document and explores its main themes. The document appeals to vocation—that is, the calling to serve one's neighbor and community—as its framework. It encourages engagement, resisting stereotypes, cooperation for the common good, and standing up for those who are harassed or mistreated. It goes on to explore the relationship between evangelism and inter‐religious understanding, affirming both the Great Commandment and the Great Commission.