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“I Speak Up for Myself, My Family, and for My Community”: How Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders Respond to Anti‐Asian Racism During COVID‐19
Authors: Nguyen Julie K. , Chu Wendy , Yu Stephanie H. , Ng Andrea C. 
Published: November 2024

ABSTRACTThis qualitative study explored how Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders (AANHPIs) responded to anti‐Asian racism during COVID‐19. Participants (n = 459; Mage = 26.4 years; 77.8% female) completed a survey and responded to the open‐ended question: “How have you responded to anti‐Asian racism since the beginning of the COVID‐19 pandemic?” Reflective thematic analysis was utilized to code responses. Three themes were identified, indicating that AANHPIs engaged in knowledge sharing and cultural exploration; experienced emotional reactions that galvanized efforts to take care of themselves, friends, family, and their community; and engaged in advocacy and activism to advance social justice. Subthemes were also identified to further characterize responses. Results reflect how AANHPI communities responded to anti‐Asian racism by leveraging cultural strengths and taking the initiative to create social change. These findings have individual‐, organizational‐, and community‐level implications to mitigate the impacts of anti‐Asian racism and promote the well‐being of AANHPI communities.
Validating the DIVERT scales, CARS, and EARLI for predicting emergency department visits in home health care in Japan: A retrospective cohort study
Authors: Ono Takao , Watase Hiroko , Ishihara Takuma , Watase Taketo , Kang Kiho , Iwata Mitsunaga 
Published: November 2024

AbstractBackgroundThe Detection of Indicators and Vulnerabilities for Emergency Room Trips (DIVERT) scale, the Community Assessment Risk Screen (CARS), and the Emergency Admission Risk Likelihood Index (EARLI) are scales that assess the risk of emergency department (ED) visits among home health care patients. This study validated these scales and explored factors that could improve their predictive accuracy among Japanese home health care patients.MethodsThis was a single‐center retrospective cohort study. The primary outcome of unplanned ED visits was used to assess the validity of the DIVERT scale, CARS, and EARLI. Additionally, we examined whether the addition of patient age and receipt of advance care planning as variables on these assessments could enhance their precision.ResultsAltogether, 40 (17.8%) had at least one ED visit during the 6 months study period. In these patients, the DIVERT scale, CARS, and EARLI of the patients with ≥1 ED visit was superior compared with no ED visit (both p < 0.05). The area under the curve (AUC) of the DIVERT scale, CARS, and EARLI were 0.62, 0.59, and 0.60, respectively. Adding patient age and receipt of advance care planning improved the AUC in all three scales.ConclusionsOur findings suggest that these assessment scales could be applicable to home health care patients in Japan. Furthermore, adding age and receipt of advance care planning as variables was found to enhance the predictive accuracy of the scales.
Strategic Pivoting in Deep Tech: An Investigation of NSF I‐Corps Teams
Authors: Bellavitis Cristiano , Tran Mi Hoang , Wiklund Johan 
Published: November 2024

ABSTRACTThis study examines the role of strategic pivoting in early‐stage deep tech startups participating in the NSF I‐Corps program. Analyzing data from 230 teams, we found that 95% of teams adjusted at least one component of their business model, with 66% making notable changes involving four or more components. The most frequently altered components were value propositions and customer segments, suggesting the importance of achieving product‐market fit. Our findings emphasize the dynamic and iterative nature of business model development in deep tech startups, as well as the important role of strategic adaptability in overcoming the challenges of market exploration and commercialization.
Integrated Local Search Technique With Reptile Search Algorithm for Solving Large‐Scale Bound Constrained Global Optimization Problems
Authors: Abu‐Hashem Muhannad A. , Shehab Mohammad , Shambour Mohd Khaled , Abualigah Laith 
Published: November 2024

ABSTRACTThe Reptile Search Algorithm (RSA) is a powerful modern optimization technique that effectively solves intricate problems across various fields. Despite its notable success, the local search aspect of RSA requires enhancement to overcome issues such as limited solution variety, a pattern of falling into local optimal traps, and the possibility of early convergence. In response to these challenges, this research introduces an innovative paradigm that melds the robust and time‐honoured local search technique, Simulated Annealing (SA), with RSA, christened henceforth as SARSA. This amalgamation aims to tackle the qualities of both strategies, synergistically improving their optimization capabilities. We utilize a broad and thorough assessment system to survey the viability and strength of SARSA. A comprehensive cluster of benchmark issues sourced from the CEC 2019 benchmark suite and an assorted set of real‐world challenges drawn from the CEC 2011 store is utilized as the test bed. This fastidiously curated testbed guarantees an intensive examination of SARSA's execution over a wide range of issues and complexities. Our observational discoveries substantiate that SARSA beats the foundational RSA and a few related calculations reported within the existing body of writing, in this manner setting up SARSA as a critical progression in optimization calculations. The prevalent execution illustrated by SARSA highlights its potential for broad application and underscores its utility in handling complex optimization issues viably.
Analysis of mechanical and vibration properties of carbon fiber reinforced polymer matrix composites with SiO2/Al2O3 micron particles
Authors: Han Yu , Shi Zelin , Hua Chenpeng , Sang Yunfei , Gao Hang , Wang Yi‐Qi 
Published: November 2024

AbstractSiO2 and Al2O3 micron particle effects on the mechanical and vibration properties of carbon fiber‐reinforced polymer (CFRP) composites were systematically investigated by incorporating these particles into the epoxy resin. CFRP laminates were prepared by adding various weight fractions (0–10 wt. %) of micron particles to the epoxy resin. The influence of cutout shape and the angle (θcf) between square cutout and fiber orientation on the vibrational performance of CFRP laminates were investigated. As the particle weight fraction (PWF) increased, the tensile, bending, interlaminar shear, and vibration properties of CFRP initially improved and then declined. The flexure strength of samples with 4 wt. % SiO2 and Al2O3 particles increased by 11.70%. The samples with 8 wt. % SiO2 and Al2O3 particles exhibited the highest damping ratio, which was 4.59 times greater than that of the samples without particles. The cutout shape and θcf influence the vibration performance of CFRP laminates. For the rectangular cutout, the sample with θcf = 22.5° exhibits the highest damping ratio, exceeding those at 0° and 45° by 2.28% and 7.10%, respectively.Highlights
Three‐roll milling can disperse 4 wt.% particles in resin.
SiO₂ and Al₂O₃ particles improve mechanical properties of CFRP.
SiO2 and Al2O3 particles increased the damping ratio of CFRP by 359.22%.
Circular cutout minimally reduces the first‐order natural frequency of CFRP.
Angle between rectangular cutout and fiber affects CFRP vibrational properties.
Effect of recycling and bio‐filler addition on the mechanical, thermal, and morphological behavior of the injection molded flax/PLA green composite
Authors: Debnath Mitali , Chakraborty Prasun , Surya Rao Gorrepotu 
Published: November 2024

AbstractThis study explores the mechanical, thermal, and morphological behavior of polylactic acid (PLA) composites reinforced with flax fiber (FF) during recycling. The influence of the addition of bio‐filler (w/w) on the recycling of FF/PLA composites was also analyzed. The recycling influencing the performance of FF/PLA composite was compared with that of halloysite nanotube (HNT)/FF‐PLA composites. The FF/PLA and HNT/FF‐PLA composited were fabricated by injection molding subjected to multiple recycling. The tensile and flexural properties of both composites were assessed after each recycling. Fractured specimens of the recycled samples were analyzed using a scanning electron microscope to study their morphology. Thermal degradation was evaluated through thermogravimetric analysis of the recycled FF/PLA and HNT/FF‐PLA samples. After the fifth recycling process, the HNT/FF‐PLA composite experienced a decrease in tensile strength by 75.01% and flexural strength by 59.88%. The performance of FF/PLA and HNT/FF‐PLA composites was detrimentally affected due to the thermal deterioration of flax fiber and the subsequent decrease in fiber length resulting from repeated reprocessing. The highest degradation for non‐recycled FF/PLA and HNT/FF‐PLA samples occurred at temperatures of 354°C and 347°C, respectively. Whereas the maximum degradation for recycled cellulose (RC)‐5 (fifth recycled) FF/PLA and HNT/FF‐PLA composite occurred at 328 and 327°C.Highlights
Adding 1% HNT increased the tensile and flexural strength by 12.5% and 1.79%.
The behavior of the composites was affected by the thermal degradation of FF.
The maximum degradation of RC‐5 FF/PLA composite occurred at 327°C.
The maximum degradation for RC‐5 HNT/FF‐PLA composite was noticed at 328°C.
Surface modification of nano‐SiO2 and its interaction mechanism in the interface of fiber metal laminates: Experimental and MD simulation analysis
Authors: Guo Jinzhan , Zhan Lihua , Ma Bolin , Dai Guangming , Fan Yisa , Zhang Dechao , Hu Xin , Xie Min , Cao Zheng 
Published: November 2024

AbstractIn order to optimize the reinforcing effect of nano‐SiO2 on the interface of fiber metal laminates (FMLs), the nano‐SiO2 was treated by ultraviolet irradiation and silane coupling agent for different surface properties. The interaction mechanisms of nano‐SiO2 were studied by mechanical test, chemical analysis, morphology observation, and molecular dynamics (MD) simulation. The results showed that the average failure strength of FMLs with untreated, hydrophilic and lipophilic nano‐SiO2 increases by 31.80%, 48.77%, and 51.38% compared to the FMLs without SiO2, respectively, and the interface fracture energy for those increases by 31.50%, 74.82%, and 21.47%, respectively. The disparity among the properties is primarily attributed to the surface polarity. The surface group of untreated and hydrophilic SiO2 is hydroxyl, which shows stronger attraction to resin but also easy to agglomerate, while the lipophilic is silane group that shows lower polarity, resulting in weaker attraction to resin but easier dispersion within the resin. Specifically, the surface polarity was verified by characterizing the particle center distance and the number of atoms surrounded by the particle in the two‐particle model. Moreover, the simulation revealed that nano‐SiO2 and resin molecules are mainly connected by chemical bond and hydrogen bond to transfer the load.Highlights
The mechanism was explored by experiment and molecular dynamic simulation.
The addition of lipophilic SiO2 increased the failure strength by 51.38%.
The incorporation of hydrophilic SiO2 enhanced fracture energy by 74.82%.
The polarity of the surface group of SiO2 affected the agglomeration/dispersion.
The SiO2 and resin were mainly connected by chemical bond and hydrogen bond.
Teachers' Intentions to Implement Antibullying Practices: The Role of Social Dominance Orientation and Teaching for Creativity
Authors: Maor Rotem 
Published: November 2024

ABSTRACTTeachers play an important role in treating and preventing school bullying; however, there are instances when they do not act to stop or prevent this phenomenon. There are multiple factors that predict whether and how teachers respond to school bullying. The current study focuses on teachers' Social Dominance Orientation (SDO) as a predictor of their intentions to implement antibullying practices. The study also aims to examine whether Teaching for Creativity (TfC) behavior might serve as a protective mechanism against weakened intentions to implement such practices. Using a quantitative method, a questionnaire was administered to 690 Israeli teachers. In accordance with the hypotheses, teachers' SDO predicted lower intentions to implement antibullying practices, while their TfC behavior predicted higher intentions. Moreover, TfC moderated the association between teachers' SDO and their intentions to implement antibullying practices. These results may contribute to the development and implementation of creative teacher‐based antibullying intervention programs.
Design and Experiment of Cantilevered Lotus Seedpod Picking Device
Authors: Zeng Yuqi , Xue Long , Tang Bizhong , Ying Chaoyang , Liu Muhua , Li Jing , Liao Keke , Ruan Chengzhi 
Published: November 2024

ABSTRACTAddressing the issue of the absence of relevant automated harvesting machinery for lotus seedpods, which currently relies solely on manual harvesting, this paper proposes a four‐degree‐of‐freedom cantilever‐type lotus seedpod harvesting device. This harvesting device comprises an electric mobile chassis, mobile mechanism, harvesting mechanism, transfer mechanism, image acquisition system, and control system, which make it suitable for harvesting lotus seedpod in standardized lotus fields. The cantilevered lotus seedpod picking device obtains the image of the lotus from the depth camera at an overlooking angle. The YOLOv5‐trained lotus‐bud recognition model is used to identify and locate the lotus seedpod. Through the calibration using active vision method, the conversion relationship between the ZED camera coordinates and the base coordinates of the picking device is calculated to realize lotus seedpod picking. The results of picking experiments conducted in different time periods show that the picking success rate is higher at night, and in the early morning and evening, with the picking success rates of 89.47%, 85.7%, and 85%, respectively, while the picking success rate at noon is only 42.86%. It can be seen that the ambient light has a great influence on the picking of the lotus seedpods, and it is reasonable to avoid the midday period with strong light for picking. The experimental results show that the clamping coupling method realizes the integration of automatic picking and conveying of lotus seedpods, improves the picking efficiency, and provides a new scheme for fruit picking.
Keeping it real: How entrepreneurs effectively disclose risk
Authors: Bolinger Mark T. , Brownell Katrina M. , Covin Jeffrey G. 
Published: November 2024

AbstractResearch SummaryAcross three studies (N = 300, 141, 188), we apply impression management theory to examine if and how entrepreneurs can strategically disclose risk while facilitating beneficial audience perceptions. In the crowdfunding context, we show that intentionally packaging positive information with risk disclosures—a strategy we describe as “compensation”—enhances financing outcomes. Furthermore, we conducted two follow‐up randomized experiments (N = 141, 188) to test intervening mechanisms (i.e., perceived authenticity, project quality) and boundary conditions (i.e., information specificity, gender) of the relationship between compensation and crowdfunding performance. Our research has implications for the strategic disclosure of risk, extends our understanding of contextual factors that influence the effectiveness of impression management tactics, and provides guidance for entrepreneurs engaged in crowdfunding efforts.Managerial SummaryShould early‐stage entrepreneurs disclose risk to potential investors? In our study, we examine the effects of making the choice to disclose risks associated with a new venture. While risk disclosure may harm financing efforts, we reveal that using a tactic we call “compensation”—in which risk disclosures are packaged with information meant to mitigate the risk—enhances financing efforts for early‐stage entrepreneurs by cultivating perceptions of authenticity. Furthermore, we found that the benefit of this tactic appears to be even greater for female entrepreneurs than male entrepreneurs. Overall, our research shows that entrepreneurs should disclose risk, but should take care to do so in a specific manner.
Binding Studies Between Dinotefuran and Bovine Serum Albumin Using Multiple Analytical Approaches
Authors: Yadav Sandeep , Raman Anirudh Pratap Singh , Sewariya Shubham , Singh Prashant , Jain Pallavi , Chandra Ramesh , Kumari Kamlesh 
Published: November 2024

AbstractThe present study examines the interaction between bovine serum albumin (BSA) and dinotefuran utilizing spectroscopic, electrochemical, and computational approaches. The examination of fluorescence spectroscopy demonstrates the formation of a stable complex (protein‐ligand) between dinotefuran and BSA, with a binding coefficient of 3.8 × 108 M−1 and a stoichiometry of 2:1 (dinotefuran to BSA). The presence of static quenching phenomena indicates the creation of a non‐covalent compound. UV spectroscopy and circular dichroism spectroscopy confirm the development of the dinotefuran‐BSA complex. Molecular docking simulations reveal the interaction between dinotefuran and specific amino acid residues of BSA with a binding energy (B.E.) of −5.4 kcal mol−1. The stability of the dinotefuran‐BSA complex is confirmed using molecular dynamics simulations, as evidenced by extracted trajectories. Electrochemical investigations reveal a slow and continuous interaction between dinotefuran and BSA, as indicated by the steady reduction in the intensity of the dinotefuran peak over time. This thorough examination offers unique insights into the molecular interactions between dinotefuran and BSA, providing new perspectives on their binding mechanisms and implications in biological systems.
Efficient and Facile Synthesis of Bexagliflozin: An SGLT‐2 Inhibitor
Authors: Kilaru Govinda G Krishna , Pagadala Ramakanth , Gutta Madhusudan , Kondabattula Chandra Shekar , Rajkumar S. T. , Gundekari Sreedhar , Varkolu Mohan 
Published: November 2024

AbstractA novel synthetic approach for the preparation of bexagliflozin (1), a selective inhibitor of sodium‐dependent glucose cotransporter 2 (SGLT‐2) utilized in the management of type 2 diabetes. This new method is designed to be simple and environmentally friendly, employing innovative intermediates and offering high efficiency in the production of compound (1). The paper details the experimental procedures undertaken to assess this advanced and scalable synthetic route. Key features of the process include the use of commercially available and easily manageable reagents, reduced reaction steps, and minimized waste generation. This approach not only enhances the efficiency of the synthesis but also aligns with sustainable chemical practices.
Harnessing Miniscope Imaging in Freely Moving Animals to Unveil Migraine Pathophysiology and Validate Novel Therapeutic Strategies
Authors: Degel Caroline , Zitelli Kevin , Zapata Jonathan , Nassi Jonathan , Botta Paolo 
Published: November 2024

ABSTRACTMigraine is a debilitating neurological disorder that affects millions worldwide. Elucidating its underlying mechanisms is crucial for developing effective therapeutic interventions. In this editorial, we discuss the potential applications of one‐photon miniscopes, which enable minimally invasive, high spatiotemporal resolution fluorescence imaging in freely moving animals. By providing real‐time visualization of vascular dynamics and neuronal activity, these cutting‐edge techniques can offer unique insights into migraine pathophysiology. We explore the significance of these applications in preclinical research with a case study demonstrating their potential to drive the development of novel therapeutic strategies for effective migraine management.
Transnational literacies and praxis responding to refugee‐background students and their families from Burma/Myanmar
Authors: Duran Chatwara Suwannamai , Cun Aijuan 
Published: November 2024

AbstractWhile Southeast Asian countries are gearing up toward being internationally recognizable in their economics, tourism, education, and their English proficiency competitiveness, refugee‐background populations are often minoritized. Traumatic past and forced migration make refugee‐background students different from traditional students. It is vital to attend to their needs and values not only because they are vulnerable citizens but they have “rights to health, education and protection” (United Nations, 2023). Drawing on our experiences working closely with refugee‐background students and their families from Myanmar in multiyear ethnographic studies, we emphasize transnationalism, multilingualism, and multimodal literacies that draw out their potential. Our studies showcase refugee‐background families from Myanmar but residing in two U.S. cities where English is a dominant language. The research findings suggest the interconnection of transnational literacies (Warriner, 2007), cultural artifacts, narratives, and learner's agency that can be utilized to address the students' accumulated linguistic and literacy resources. In addition to providing empirical evidence and their collective praxis, we offer practical implications for English language classrooms that work functionally with refugee‐background students who have been through trauma and obstacles yet gained hard‐earned knowledge along the way of their migrations.
“Who says Singlish cannot be used?”: An EIL‐aware teacher professional development course in Singapore
Authors: Marlina Roby 
Published: November 2024

AbstractIn response to the global expansion of the English language, several conceptual and analytical paradigms—World Englishes (WE), English as a lingua franca (ELF), and English as an international language (EIL)—have been developed to study the pluricentricity of English and its pedagogical implications. English language teacher education programmes need to challenge language ideologies that promote native‐speakerism and monolingualism, acknowledge the plurality of the English language and its speakers, and promote respect for such plurality. However, these implications are still notably absent in many English language teacher education programmes. Programmes that do include courses on English language variations are either too theoretical or have constructed this variation from a deficit lens. In this article, undergirded by the EIL paradigm, the author proposes to detail an institutional approach to designing an EIL‐informed professional development course which aims to theoretically and practically inspire in‐service English language teachers in the Southeast Asian region to legitimately acknowledge the plurality of English, and to translate such awareness into classroom practices. The article specifically delves into a curriculum crafted to achieve this aim. Additionally, it presents feedback from Singapore in‐service English teachers in order to gain insights into the course's impact on their convictions about English, and on their classroom practices. It ends with a discussion on this feedback as well as of the study's limitations.