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COVID-19 and Community-Based Volunteerism: How the Rohingya Volunteers Acted for Community Engagement to Fight against the Pandemic in Rohingya Refugee Camps of Bangladesh
Authors: Alam Md. Fakhrul 
Published: November 2024

AbstractBangladesh hosts around 1 million Rohingya refugees who fled their homes in Myanmar. This study was conducted to elucidate agency responses to curb the spread of COVID-19 with the active involvement of Rohingya volunteers at the Rohingya refugee camps of Cox’s Bazar district in Bangladesh. By adopting a qualitative research design, in-depth interviews were conducted with 49 Rohingya refugees and 42 humanitarian workers who had direct experience in serving the refugees during the first wave of COVID-19 in Bangladesh. Findings unveil that humanitarian agencies adopted the tactics of civic engagement through community-based volunteerism led by the Rohingya volunteers as a key strategy of risk communication and pandemic management. The volunteers and other refugees actively engaged in developing community awareness, strengthening civic engagement, and volunteering for camp-based emergency and non-emergency services. They disseminated COVID-19-related information, made people aware of community-based rumors and misconceptions, and counseled refugees with symptoms. The study concludes that volunteers had a significant contribution to developing civic responsibilities at refugee camps, which encouraged and motivated the refugees to participate in COVID-19-related health programs. It suggests that community engagement through community-based volunteers could be a useful model of civic engagement for pandemic or disaster management in disadvantaged communities.
Children’s Profiles of Subjective Well-being Change During the COVID-19 Pandemic and Its Correlates: A Multi-national Study
Authors: Nahkur Oliver , Zarina Karoliine 
Published: November 2024

AbstractBy taking the “profiles of change” approach, we aim to explore multi-nationally the change of children’s overall subjective well-being during the COVID-19 pandemic, including the role of social distancing experience, pandemic-related anxiety, and psychological needs fulfillment in this. We use International Children’s Worlds COVID-19 Supplement Survey data collected in 2021 from approximately 20,000 children primarily aged 9–13 years from 16 countries across four continents. Descriptive statistics and binary logistic regression analysis are used. We found that in all countries, most commonly children’s overall subjective well-being decreased. The decrease was most notable in Turkey, but also in Germany, and Bangladesh. Among different factors, higher pandemic-related school anxiety helped most consistently, almost in all countries, to explain children’s belonging to “decliners” profile. This study offered us an opportunity to extend the evidence base of social-distancing measures impacts on children’s well-being, especially on overall subjective well-being to different national contexts.
The Impact of COVID-19 on Life Satisfaction: A Cross-National, Long Term Perspective
Authors: Callens Marc , Verlet Dries 
Published: November 2024

AbstractThis chapter, using Eurobarometer data and macro-economic time series (GDP, unemployment), examines first the impact of age, period, cohort, and economic variables on general life satisfaction. Next, we compare the impact on predicted life satisfaction trends for the COVID-19 crisis and for previous severe economic crises. In the analysis a long term (1973–2022) and a cross-national perspective (eight West-European countries) is used.The study found that period effects dominate cohort effects, except in France. Past severe economic recessions, have a significant and lasting impact on life satisfaction. The COVID-19 crisis and the early 1980s economic crisis have comparable short-term effects on life satisfaction, but the latter crisis has a deeper and longer-lasting trough.
The Effect of the COVID-19 Pandemic on Faculty Well-being: A Study of Academic Staff at Three Colleges in New York State
Authors: Berheide Catherine White , Carpenter Megan A. , Cotter David A. 
Published: November 2024

AbstractGlobally, public health measures to mitigate the spread of the COVID-19 virus negatively affected workers’ well-being. This study examines how the pandemic affected the well-being of a particular set of workers, specifically academic staff at three private colleges in New York State. The purpose of this research is to examine mechanisms leading to greater faculty well-being. We examine the extent to which demands and resources explained differences in four measures of well-being: work-life balance satisfaction, feeling used up, depression, and sleep problems. We expected that faculty with greater demands, such as women and parents of young children, and those with fewer resources, such as untenured faculty, would be less satisfied with work-life balance, feel used up more often, score higher on the depression scale, and report more frequent sleep problems. Analyzing the data collected from 204 faculty via an online survey administered in the late spring and summer of 2020, we found that the only measure of well-being that gender and parenthood predicted was work-life balance satisfaction. Rank and tenure status had no significant effects on well-being. The only predictor that was significantly related to all four measures of well-being was teaching and research resources (i.e., time, space, and ability to concentrate). To improve faculty well-being, colleges and universities need to ensure they have sufficient resources to meet the demands of the job, especially during a crisis like the COVID-19 pandemic.
Kyoto University Critical Assembly
Authors: Pyeon Cheol Ho , Chiba Go , Endo Tomohiro , Watanabe Kenichi 
Published: November 2024

AbstractThe Kyoto University Critical Assembly (KUCA) has three types of cores: two solid-moderated and solid-reflected cores (A and B cores), and one light-water-moderated and light-water-reflected core (C core). The three cores are operated at room temperature and very low power less than 1 W, as a normal operation mode, and referred as zero-power reactors. Also, they have reactor components, including the low-enriched uranium fuel with the uranium-235 enrichment less than 20 wt%, moderators, reflectors, three control rods, three safety rods, six neutron detectors (three fission chambers and three uncompensated ionization chambers). Of three cores, in this chapter, essential parts of the C core are mainly introduced to make an easy understanding of the reactor core itself, including core characteristics, utilization purposes, functions of shutdown systems, and core components.
Determination of Neutron Flux
Authors: Pyeon Cheol Ho , Chiba Go , Endo Tomohiro , Watanabe Kenichi 
Published: November 2024

AbstractThe physical quantity of neutron flux can be measured indirectly through interaction signals between the neutron and the material used as a neutron detector, as discussed in Chap. 5. To determine neutron flux, the measured reaction rate obtained in the experiments should be used. Acknowledging that it is not easy to determine neutron flux using the reaction rate, this chapter focuses on the theory of reactor physics related to neutron flux and discussion of radiation measurement techniques to determine neutron flux.
Measurement of Uranium Enrichment
Authors: Pyeon Cheol Ho , Chiba Go , Endo Tomohiro , Watanabe Kenichi 
Published: November 2024

AbstractIn this chapter, a brief explanation of safeguards is given prior to the measurement of uranium (U) enrichment, together with the background of safeguards, and the identification of nuclear fuel materials, 235U, 238U, and thorium-232, is described. Furthermore, detailed methods for discriminating and measuring nuclear fuel materials are presented.
Dynamic Modelling of Tunnel Failure
Authors: Lyakhovsky Vladimir , Mendecki Aleksander J. 
Published: November 2024

AbstractRupture dynamics along a relatively wide fault zone intersecting an underground tunnel is studied in the framework of recently developed damage-breakage rheological model. The propagating rupture produces rock damage and granulation in the process zone ahead of the rupture front, where intense torsion is simulated. It also produces an out-of-fault damage zone, of which the volume is calculated and compared with analytical predictions using the point source approximation. Interaction between propagating rupture and tunnel significantly enhances stresses around the tunnel leading to its failure with significant implosive component. Tunnel failure may occur with a certain delay after the rupture front passed, depending on the initial tunnel strength. This time delay is defined by the time needed to accumulate damage in the rock mass around the tunnel. In some cases such tunnel failure maybe interpreted as an independent implosive seismic event. Model results provide an insight into the near- and intermediate fields of seismic radiation produced by seismic sources close to and intersecting an underground tunnel. Energy dissipation in the process zone in front of the propagating rupture due to the damage–breakage mechanism significantly affects the S-wave radiation in the direction of the rupture propagation. On top of that the tunnel failure process, especially if it is surrounded by relatively weak and damaged rock, significantly reduces S-wave radiation also in the directions normal to the fault zone.
Characterization of γ-phase PLA-based beaded nanofibers with Ga₂O₃, ZrO₂, Hibiscus, and GO for wound dressing
Authors: Ashraf Sherif , youssef Hesham , Khalaf Mohamed , Mostafa Mervat S. 
Published: November 2024

AbstractGallium oxide (Ga2O3), zirconium oxide (ZrO2), and graphene oxide (GO) are prepared separately and then added to the Hibiscus. Then the mixture is added to polylactic acid (PLA) to expose it to the electrospinning process for obtaining beaded nanofibers. The beaded nanofibers are investigated using different techniques such as X-ray diffraction (XRD), scanning electron microscope (SEM), energy dispersive spectroscopy (EDX), and thermogravimetric analysis (TGA). However, XRD showed that the crystal structure of Ga2O3 and ZrO2 is monoclinic. In addition, PLA has two main phases which are γ-PLA and β-PLA. This phase decreased upon increasing the additions. Further, SEM showed a decrease in the diameter of beaded nanofibers and reached 0.146 μm. Furthermore, TGA showed that the beaded nanofibers are stable until around 240 oC. Moreover, the cell viability showed that the composition is 97.2% at the concentration of 2.4 µg/mL.
Risk factors for kidney cancer and socio-occupational category: significant impact of chlorinated solvents (UroCCR 111)
Authors: Ferragu Matthieu , Bernhard Jean-Christophe , Fontenil Alexis , Guillotreau Julien , Panthier Frédéric , Branger Nicolas , Belas Olivier , Patard Jean-Jacques , Audenet François , Surlemont Louis , Mallet Richard , Waeckel Thibaut , Bigot Pierre 
Published: November 2024

Abstract
Introduction
The rising incidence of renal cell carcinoma (RCC) is a significant concern in cancer research. This study analyses the characteristics of RCC patients based on their socio-professional category and explores the role of chlorinated solvents as a risk factor.

Materials and methods
A multicentre, descriptive epidemiological study was conducted using the UroCCR database. All patients from participating centres who had been diagnosed with RCC between July 2021 and February 2023, as well as those seen for follow-up consultation during this period, were included. Patients were categorised into 5 socio-professional groups based on INSEE’s Profession and Social Categories classification. The characteristics and risk factors of RCC for each group were compared. Binary logistic regression was used to study the exposure to chlorinated solvents and risk factors for clear cell RCC (ccRCC).

Results
A total of 1252 patients were included. Males made up 69.6% of the population. The median age was 64 years, and 87% of the patients had at least one RCC risk factor. ccRCC, papillary, and chromophobe types accounted for 78%, 14.9%, and 8.5% of the population, respectively. The median tumor size was 4.5 cm (SD = 3.3). Farmers had a higher prevalence of ccRCC (91.3%; p = 0.05) and larger tumors (median = 6 cm SD = 3.23; p = 0.038) than patients from other populations. Smoking and obesity rates were lower (10.1%; p < 0.001; 15.9%, p = 0.018, respectively), but exposure to chlorinated solvents was higher (50.7%; p < 0.001). Exposure to chlorinated solvents was independently associated with higher TNM stages (p = 0.044, OR = 1.41 CI (1.01; 1.96)). Obesity and exposure to chlorinated solvents were independent risk factors for ccRCC (p = 0.006, OR = 1.6 CI (1.1;2.2) and p = 0.028, OR = 1.6 CI (1.1;2.6), respectively).

Conclusion
This study shows the influence of socio-professional categories on exposure to RCC risk factors and tumor characteristics. In particular, farmers stood out from the rest of the study population. Their significant exposure to chlorinated solvents could be an interesting factor to investigate.
An adaptive synthetic sampling and batch generation-oriented hybrid approach for addressing class imbalance problem in software defect prediction
Authors: Taskeen Anam , Khan Saif Ur Rehman , Mashkoor Atif 
Published: November 2024

AbstractLearning classifiers with uneven class distribution datasets poses a significant challenge in software defect prediction. This problem arises when the number of samples representing one class is significantly smaller than the others, leading to weak classification performance, particularly for minority class instances. Traditional classification models assuming equal class instances can result in low prediction accuracy and decision-making precision for minority class instances, raising concerns about identifying such instances accurately. To overcome this issue, this research proposes a hybrid technique that combines the Adaptive Synthetic Sampling (ADASYN) approach with a batch generator named the HADAB technique. ADASYN generates synthetic samples for the minority class, balancing the dataset and improving prediction accuracy. Conversely, the batch generator feeds data to the model in batches, enhancing training efficiency. The Multi-Layer Perceptron (MLP) serves as the base classifier in this study. The proposed HADAB technique significantly improves prediction accuracy and training efficiency without requiring additional parameter tuning, algorithm modification, or increasing complexity. We validate the performance of HADAB using publicly available NASA datasets encompassing diverse types. The results demonstrate the superiority of HADAB over traditional prediction accuracy methods. In conclusion, the proposed HADAB technique offers a practical and effective solution for handling class imbalance in software defect prediction, leading to improved prediction accuracy.
Movement Coordination’s Link with Common Ground During Dyadic Peer Discourse in Typically Developing and Autistic Speakers
Authors: Karin Einat , Geva Ronny , Bar-Yehuda Shahar , Estrugo Yael , Bauminger-Zviley Nirit 
Published: November 2024

AbstractCommon ground (CG)—a pragmatic capability that reflects the construction of shared meaning by two interlocutors during conversation—is widely accepted as crucial for effective communication, but its exploration has been limited in the context of children’s peer-to-peer interaction. Specifically, this study aimed to explore CG differences between typically developing (TD) and autistic populations, CG’s developmental trajectories, as well as the link between CG and motor coordination skills during peer interactions. Study participants included 148 children (6–16 years), comparing 64 TD and 84 autistic children across three age levels. Fixed dyads matched on IQ, age, sex, and mother's education performed a CG tangram-card task and complementary joint action (JA) tasks to evaluate peer-to-peer movement coordination. Individual motor skills were also assessed. As expected, both autistic and TD groups showed increasing efficacy over the 6-turn CG task (fewer words and shorter duration to communicate), although autistic participants were less efficient than TD participants. Better motor skills and JA synchronization correlated with both groups’ more efficient CG performance. Additionally, the indirect relationship between group (TD/autism) and CG was mediated by motor skills and JA, with age moderating the relationship between JA and CG. Specifically, better motor skills and socio-motor coordination were associated with more efficient CG creation, particularly in younger children (under 10 years). These findings suggest potential novel avenues for early interventions targeting motor and language challenges in autism to enhance pragmatic abilities and peer interactions, offering insights into language development in this population.
Immigrant Status and Social Ties: An Intersectional Analysis of Older Adults in the United States
Authors: Nayak Sameera S. , Mair Christine A. , Adewuyi Suliyat O. 
Published: November 2024

Abstract
Diverse social ties are critical facilitators of well-being among older adults. Social ties might be especially important for aging immigrants who face multiple social and economic vulnerabilities over the life course. We investigated social ties (e.g., partners, children, other family, and friends) by immigrant status among older adults in the United States (U.S.). Data come from the 2018 Health and Retirement Study (N = 4,006), a national sample of older adults in the U.S. We used multivariable logistic regression to compare social ties (e.g., partners, children, other family, and friends) by immigrant status. We further explored interactions with sex and race/ethnicity. Older immigrants are more likely to report that they can rely a lot on their partners (aOR = 1.84, 95% CI 1.27, 2.68) but less likely to rely on friends (aOR = 0.72, 95% CI, 0.55, 0.94) compared to non-immigrants. Older immigrants are also less likely to meet frequently with friends (aOR = 0.66, 95% CI, 0.51, 0.86) and with other family (aOR = 0.71, 95%, CI, 0.55, 0.91) compared to non-immigrants. Lastly, older immigrant men are significantly less likely to meet with friends compared to non-immigrant men (aOR = 0.48, 95% CI, 0.32, 0.73). As the older population in the U.S. continues to diversify and immigrant older adults navigate their support options, older immigrants–especially men–may be at risk for less variation in their social support options, particularly from extended family members and friends.
“Business as usual”? Safe-by-Design Vis-à-Vis Proclaimed Safety Cultures in Technology Development for the Bioeconomy
Authors: Kallergi Amalia , Asveld Lotte 
Published: November 2024

AbstractSafe-by-Design (SbD) is a new concept that urges the developers of novel technologies to integrate safety early on in their design process. A SbD approach could—in theory—support the development of safer products and assist a responsible transition to the bioeconomy, via the deployment of safer bio-based and biotechnological alternatives. Despite its prominence in policy discourse, SbD is yet to gain traction in research and innovation practice. In this paper, we examine a frequently stated objection to the initiative of SbD, namely the position that SbD is already common practice in research and industry. We draw upon observations from two case studies: one, a study on the applicability of SbD in the context of bio-based circular materials and, two, a study on stakeholder perceptions of SbD in biotechnology. Interviewed practitioners in both case studies make claims to a strong safety culture in their respective fields and have difficulties differentiating a SbD approach from existing safety practices. Two variations of this argument are discussed: early attentiveness to safety as a strictly formalised practice and early attentiveness as implicit practice. We analyse these perceptions using the theoretical lens of safety culture and contrast them to the aims of SbD. Our analysis indicates that professional identity and professional pride may explain some of the resistance to the initiative of SbD. Nevertheless, SbD could still be advantageous by a) emphasising multidisciplinary approaches to safety and b) offering a (reflective) frame via which implicit attentiveness to safety becomes explicit.
The research behind a taxonomic monograph: a case study from Ipomoea (Convolvulaceae)
Authors: Muñoz-Rodríguez Pablo , Carruthers Tom , Wells Tom , Sumadijaya Alex , Wood John R. I. , Scotland Robert W. 
Published: November 2024

SummarySystematic monographs are an important tool for understanding biodiversity. However, while papers that outline systematic methods for biogeography, phylogenetics and diversification are commonplace, papers that cover methods for monographic and taxonomic research are rare. In this paper, we describe how we conducted a monographic study of Ipomoea, drawing attention to the resources we made use of and the practical steps we took, with a particular focus on how we integrated results from molecular and morphological analyses. The monograph provided a framework for a range of subsequent research, including studies on the origin of the important crop sweet potato. It is hoped that our experience will provide a blueprint for others embarking on the preparation of a systematic monograph.
Autism and Online Dating: A Scoping Review
Authors: Neumann Matthias , Steiner-Hofbauer Verena , Mittmann Gloria 
Published: November 2024

AbstractOver the last decade, online dating has become the most popular method for initiating romantic connections, offering a convenient alternative to traditional dating. This scoping review aims to map the existing literature on autism and online dating. We included eight studies published between 2014 and 2023, sourced from the databases PsycInfo, PubMed, Medline, DynaMed, Psychology & Behavioral Sciences Collection, and ACM Digital Library. The findings highlight that online dating platforms provide a controlled environment that can be advantageous for autistic individuals, although they face significant challenges, including difficulties with social norms and safety concerns. However, the studies were largely characterized by small convenience samples, which limits the generalizability of the findings. Research gaps remain, particularly regarding different sexual orientations and gender identities, the self-presentation of autistic females, autistic individuals’ specific aspirations on dating apps, and the role of autism-specific dating platforms.
Experiments in an enclosed Wave–Wind Flume environment to study the dynamics of a small-scale Floating Offshore Wind Turbine
Authors: Bernal-Camacho Diego F. , Mendoza Edgar , Fontes Jassiel V. H. , Echeverria Carlos , Vakis Antonis I. 
Published: November 2024

AbstractThe global floating offshore wind industry is experiencing rapid growth, but stability regulations are often limited. Reducing platform motions can increase turbine efficiency and support hybrid wind-wave energy systems. This paper presents an experimental study on the dynamics of a Floating Offshore Wind Turbine (FOWT) conducted in an enclosed Wave–Wind Flume (WWF) employing an image-based methodology. The study analyzes the effects of different sea states and the role of a Centerboard and Heave plate (CH) system in decreasing the platform’s motions. The study confirms a significant decrease in overall platform response, approximately 6%, along the longitudinal plane under various sea conditions due to the implemented system. Notable changes were also observed in the Response Amplitude Operators (RAO) at different periods, particularly pitch motion, which showed an average reduction of 27%. The surge, heave, and pitch responses consistently showed lower values when the system was installed, with a mean decrease of 25% across test cases. These results demonstrate the CH’s effectiveness in improving the platform’s dynamics and indicate that it can be integrated into other floating platforms’ designs to assess and improve their performance under distinct sea conditions.