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Impact performance of egg‐box core sandwich panels made from sisal fibers and castor‐oil‐based polymer
Authors: dos Santos Júlio C. , da Silva Rodrigo J. , Christoforo André L. , Freire Rodrigo T. S. , Tarpani José Ricardo , Scarpa Fabrizio , Panzera Túlio H. 
Published: October 2024

AbstractDeveloping sustainable composites for engineering applications is essential for minimizing environmental impacts and ensuring the long‐term viability of infrastructure and technological advancements. In this context, this work focuses on the manufacture and evaluation of the structural integrity of a sandwich structure composed of aluminum faces and egg‐box‐shaped, sisal fiber‐reinforced epoxy (SFE) or castor‐oil polyurethane (SFC‐O) composites. The sandwich panel is filled with a biobased foam and subjected to dynamic load (drop‐tower) test. For comparison, the base materials SFE and SFC‐O molded into the egg‐box‐shaped cores are also evaluated using Charpy impact tests to establish a potential correlation between their Charpy performance and the drop‐tower behavior of egg‐box sandwich structures. The findings reveal that SFC‐O laminates demonstrate superior Charpy impact resistance (~49%) compared to SFE laminates. Similarly, sandwich structures composed of egg‐box‐castor‐oil composite cores absorb approximately 42.5% more energy than those made with egg‐box‐epoxy cores. The impact behavior of the sandwich structures correlates directly with the impact resistance of the sisal fiber laminates. Overall, the results indicate that the castor‐oil polymer can effectively replace the epoxy polymer matrix phase, enhancing impact absorption and providing an environmentally correct and sustainable solution for fabricating sandwich panels.Highlights
Castor‐oil polymer provides laminates with lower density relative to epoxy.
Sisal‐castor‐oil‐based laminates possess higher impact resistance than those based on epoxy.
Sisal‐castor‐oil‐based panels achieve higher absolute and specific drop‐tower impact properties.
Panels subjected to drop‐tower impact tests reveal skin delamination, wrinkling and indentation.
Debonding between the foam and egg‐box core is a typical failure mode for epoxy sandwich panels.
Rural transformation and sustainable livelihood approaches under regional environmental policies: Evidence from two villages in the Yangtze River Delta metropolitan region, China
Authors: Yan Simin , Chen Chen 
Published: October 2024

AbstractHasty and often uncontrolled urbanization and industrialization in metropolitan regions have pressured fragile rural ecosystems and large‐scale rural livelihoods in China. Through in‐depth observation and face‐to‐face interviews with key insiders in the villages of China's largest metropolitan region, the Yangtze River Delta, findings show that environmental policies in this region have profoundly influenced the local institutional processes and rural transformation. Through the lens of a modified sustainable livelihoods approach (MSLA), two institutional processes in formulating livelihoods strategies have stood out from case villages—state sponsorship exemplified by Yu village and grassroots entrepreneurship exemplified by Daxi village—and achieved sustainable livelihood outcomes in both collective level and household level. In particular, state‐sponsored development in Yu village was strongly supported by local leadership and trust between local cadres and villagers. In contrast, grassroots entrepreneurial development in Daxi village emphasized rural entrepreneurs' self‐learning and self‐governance capacities. As such, we argue that making sustainable livelihood strategies is not a unidirectional process like top‐down or bottom‐up, albeit multifaceted alternatives intertwined with dynamic institutional processes for collectives and households in rural areas. Ultimately, we call for more vivid and in‐depth case studies to nuance regional geography and its contextual attributes in further sustainable livelihood research in rural areas.
Enhancing the Reaction Kinetics and Stability of Co‐Free Li‐Rich Cathode Materials via a Multifunctional Strategy
Authors: Li Saichao , Hou Dewen , Li Jiantao , Liu Yuanyuan , Gao Guiyang , Xu Qixiang , Fan Mengjian , Wang Laisen , Lin Jie , Peng Dong‐Liang , Xie Qingshui , Amine Khalil 
Published: October 2024

AbstractCo‐free Li‐rich layered oxides (CFLLOs) with anionic redox activity are among the most promising cathode materials for high‐energy‐density and low‐cost lithium‐ion batteries (LIBs). However, irreversible oxygen release often causes severe structural deterioration, electrolyte decomposition, and the formation of unstable cathode‐electrolyte interface (CEI) film with high impedance. Additionally, the elimination of cobalt elements further deteriorates the reaction kinetics, leading to reduced capacity and poor rate performance. Here, a multifunctional strategy is proposed, incorporating Li2MnO3 phase content regulation, micro‐nano structure design, and heteroatom substitution. The increased content of Li2MnO3 phase enhances the capacity through oxygen redox. The smaller nanoscale primary particles induce greater tensile strain and introduce more grain boundaries, thereby improving the reaction kinetics and reactivity, while the larger micron‐sized secondary particles help to reduce interfacial side reactions. Furthermore, Na⁺ doping modulates the local coordination environment of oxygen, stabilizing both the anion framework and the crystal structure. As a result, the designed cathode exhibits enhanced rate performance, delivering a capacity of 158 mAh g⁻¹ at 5.0 C and improved cyclic stability, with a high capacity retention of 99% after 400 cycles at 1.0 C. This multifunctional strategy holds great promise for advancing the practical application of CFLLOs in next‐generation LIBs.
Mechanical properties of CFRP and shrinkage compensating concrete actively confined and strengthened short columns under freeze–thaw cycles
Authors: Cao Qi , Ding Zezhi , Xu Jihang , Ma Zhongguo John 
Published: October 2024

AbstractThis paper investigates the use of CFRP precast tubes filled with shrinkage‐compensating self‐consolidating concrete (SSCC) for strengthening columns. Compared to ordinary self‐consolidating concrete (OSCC), SSCC can address the stress hysteresis issue caused by the poor cooperation between CFRP and concrete structures, while also enhancing the mechanical properties of columns. Experimental and theoretical studies were conducted to examine the tensile mechanical properties of CFRP materials and the axial compressive mechanical properties of CFRP precast tubes strengthened with OSCC or SSCC under freeze–thaw cycles. Various variables were considered, such as freeze–thaw cycles, types of strengthening concrete, and the number of CFRP layers. The results indicate that freeze–thaw cycles do not affect the ultimate tensile strength of CFRP but significantly reduce its ultimate tensile strain. SSCC‐strengthened specimens exhibit higher load‐carrying capacity and better ductility compared to OSCC‐strengthened specimens. In addition, compared to the strengthening of two‐layer CFRP and SSCC, the strengthening of one‐layer CFRP and SSCC more effectively demonstrates the advantage of the post‐tensioning effect. However, the ductility coefficient of the columns decreases with an increase in the number of freeze–thaw cycles, regardless of the number of CFRP layers or type of strengthened concrete. Modified theoretical model accurately predicts the normalized peak stress and strain of the strengthened specimens.
Alzheimer-Demenz bei Menschen mit einem Down-Syndrom
Authors: Hüer Theresa , Weitzel Milena , Giebel Godwin Denk , Raszke Pascal , Wasem Jürgen , Levin Johannes , Nübling Georg , Wagemann Olivia , Wlasich Elisabeth , Pantel Johannes , Tesky Valentina , Schall Arthur , Walendzik Anke 
Published: October 2024

Zusammenfassung
Hintergrund
Menschen mit einem Down-Syndrom (MmDS) haben ein genetisch bedingt stark erhöhtes Risiko, an einer früh beginnenden Alzheimer-Demenz zu erkranken. In einer Interviewstudie mit Ärzt:innen, Patientenvertretungen sowie Mitarbeitenden in Wohn- und Arbeitseinrichtungen wurden Defizite im medizinischen Versorgungsprozess und Lösungsansätze erhoben.

Methodik
Es wurden 14 teilstrukturierte Interviews durchgeführt und über eine qualitative Inhaltsanalyse ausgewertet.

Ergebnisse
Fehlende Kenntnisse und Erfahrungen von Ärzt:innen im Umgang mit sowie in der medizinischen Versorgung von MmDS zeigten sich als zentrale Herausforderung. Zudem ist die Diagnostik der Demenz bei MmDS aufgrund verschiedener Ursachen (u. a. Fehlen geeigneter Diagnostikinstrumente in der Regelversorgung, fehlende zeitliche/finanzielle Ressourcen) erschwert. Zweifel an der Wirksamkeit von Antidementiva wurden geäußert sowie Hintergründe für einen erhöhten Einsatz sedierender Medikamente diskutiert.
Eine aufmerksame Verhaltensbeobachtung und eine Einbindung von Betreuenden, eine regelmäßige Überprüfung und Reduktion von Multimedikation sowie der Einsatz alternativer Verhaltensmodifikationstechniken wurden als Lösungsansätze genannt.

Schlussfolgerung
Die identifizierten Defizite in der medizinischen Versorgung der Zielpopulation sowie die Lösungsansätze gehen in die Entwicklung gesundheitspolitischer Handlungsempfehlungen ein, um die Versorgungssituation nachhaltig zu optimieren.
Der Erasmus Mundus Joint Master in Sustainable Mineral and Metal Processing Engineering als bedeutender Baustein zur Internationalisierung der Lehre an der Montanuniversität Leoben
Authors: Flachberger Helmut , Öfner Wolfgang 
Published: October 2024

ZusammenfassungDas mit 01.01.2006 aus der Taufe gehobene Department „Mineral Resources Engineering“, welches die Lehrstühle für „Aufbereitung und Veredlung“, „Bergbaukunde, Bergtechnik und Bergwirtschaft“, „Gesteinshüttenkunde“ und „Subsurface Engineering“ unter ein wissenschaftliches Dach vereint, hat schon frühzeitig auf eine Diversifizierung des Bildungsangebotes gesetzt. Über die Betreuung der etablierten Bachelor- und Masterstudien hinaus verantwortet jeder Lehrstuhl zumindest ein internationales Masterstudium und einen (inter)nationalen Universitätslehrgang.Im Jahr 2022 gelang es dem Lehrstuhl für Aufbereitung und Veredlung gemeinsam mit drei weiteren fachverwandten Lehrstühlen der Universitäten Oulu/Finnland, Zagreb/Kroatien und Santa Maria/Chile im zweiten Anlauf, einen Erasmus Mundus Joint Master in „Sustainable Mineral and Metal Processing Engineering“ einzurichten und zu betreiben. In vier Kohorten werden bis zu 100 Studierende „aus aller Welt“ dieses internationale Masterstudium absolvieren und mit dem akademischen Grad eines „Master of Science“ abschließen. Der erste Jahrgang hat soeben mit einem Master of Science graduiert, der zweite Jahrgang verbrachte das Sommersemester 2024 an der Montanuniversität Leoben und der dritte Jahrgang wurde soeben aus einem Pool von immerhin etwa 400 Bewerbungen ausgewählt und wird im September 2024 das erste Semester an der University of Oulu das Studium beginnen.
Supporting Students with Disordered Eating: Surveying School Psychologists’ Knowledge, Beliefs, and Current Practices
Authors: Foarde Isabella , Briesch Amy M. , Rodgers Rachel F. 
Published: October 2024

AbstractDisordered eating refers to a range of irregular eating behaviors that may or may not warrant a diagnosis of a specific eating disorder. It includes behaviors, such as binge eating, restriction, and purging. Youth with disordered eating often have complex needs and may require psychological support, medical care, and academic accommodations to be successful at school. However, school psychologists are seldom involved in this work. The knowledge and beliefs of school psychologists may impact their professional practice. In this study, 100 school psychologists across K-12 public schools nationwide were surveyed regarding their knowledge, beliefs, and current practices concerning students with disordered eating. Although most school psychologists demonstrated general knowledge of disordered eating, they rated their knowledge of practices to support affected students—such as prevention and intervention strategies—as fairly low. That is, mean scores ranged from 1.56–2.38 on a 4-point scale, which corresponds roughly to “somewhat disagreeing” that they possessed this knowledge. Their comfort levels in implementing these supports were also limited, averaging between 1.94 (somewhat disagree) and 3.54 (between somewhat and strongly agree). In addition, school psychologists’ specific role preferences are not aligned with their actual responsibilities in practice. Finally, study findings underscore a lack of overall support for students with or at-risk for disordered eating in public schools. Future research should address the knowledge gaps of school psychologists, explore feasible school-based supports, and identify barriers preventing them from providing necessary interventions. Schools may consider offering professional development opportunities and establishing clear protocols to better support these students.
Exploring the mechanisms of Cornus officinalis in the treatment of non-alcoholic steatohepatitis using network pharmacology, molecular docking and molecular dynamics simulations
Authors: Guo Jiashi , Wan Jingyuan , Wang Ting 
Published: October 2024

AbstractNon-alcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH) is a predominant metabolic liver disease, typically characterized by hepatic steatosis, oxidative stress, and inflammation. The traditional Chinese medicine Cornus officinalis possesses anti-inflammatory and hepatoprotective pharmacological properties and has shown ameliorative effects on NASH. however, its mechanism of action remains unclear. This study aims to elucidate the mechanisms by which C. officinalis ameliorates NASH. The active components of C. officinalis were analyzed using the Traditional Chinese Medicine Systems Pharmacology Database (TCMSP), and the corresponding targets were predicted. Subsequently, the DisGeNET, GeneCards, and GEO databases were employed to identify NASH-related targets. Venn diagrams were used to intersect the C. officinalis targets with the NASH targets. Protein–protein interaction (PPI) networks were constructed using the STRING database, and PPI network analysis was performed using Cytoscape. Gene Ontology (GO) and Kyoto Encyclopedia of Genes and Genomes (KEGG) pathway enrichment analyses were conducted using the Database for Annotation, Visualization, and Integrated Discovery (DAVID), followed by molecular docking validation. Cornus officinalis was found to contain 20 major active ingredients corresponding to 672 potential targets, 61 of which overlapped with NASH targets. PPI network, GO, and KEGG pathway analyses identified four targets with the highest correlation, and molecular docking results indicated that the active ingredients of C. officinalis exhibited strong binding affinities to NASH targets. The treatment of NASH with C. officinalis is characterized by multiple active ingredients and multiple targets, underscoring the major advantage of traditional Chinese medicine in treating NASH.
A quantitative framework for measuring sustainable development goals in mining operations
Authors: Mahmoudi Kouhi Reza , Jebrailvand Moghaddam Mohammad Milad , Rafie Seyed Faridedin , Maghsoudy Soroush , Doulati Ardejani Faramarz , Butscher Christoph , Taherdangkoo Reza 
Published: October 2024

AbstractThe growing concern over the environmental and social impacts of mining activities has increased interest in evaluating the alignment of mining practices with global sustainability goals. This study provides an in-depth examination of five major Iranian mining complexes including: GolGohar, Sarcheshmeh, Sungun, Zarshuran, and Sangan, and their adherence to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), which encompass a broad spectrum of environmental, social, and economic challenges. The study employs a novel methodology to quantify and assess the degree of alignment between these mining complexes and the SDGs. The SDGs were systematically categorized into three key areas: environmental sustainability, social and economic well-being, and responsible operations and partnerships. The performance of each mining complex within these categories was evaluated using targeted questions and a set of indicators, providing a holistic view of both strengths and areas needing improvement. The findings revealed significant challenges in environmental sustainability, particularly in climate action and clean energy, with Sungun achieving the highest scores and Zarshuran the lowest. In social and economic well-being, progress was evident in poverty reduction and education, though concerns persisted in gender equality and healthcare access, where GolGohar led and Zarshuran lagged behind. Responsible operations and partnerships showed successes in industry innovation, yet there was a need for greater focus on sustainable urban development and partnerships. Zarshuran excelled in this area, while Sungun exhibited the weakest performance. Overall, the study highlights the need for substantial improvements in environmental practices and social inclusion across all complexes, including the top-performing GolGohar, to better align the mining sector with the SDGs and foster a more responsible and inclusive industry.
Satellite measurement data-based assessment of spatiotemporal characteristics of ultraviolet index (UVI) over the state of Johor, Malaysia
Authors: Valappil Ninu Krishnan Modon , Ahmad Fatimah Shafinaz , Hamza Vijith 
Published: October 2024

AbstractThe study examines the spatiotemporal and statistical characteristics of the daily ultraviolet index (UVI) over the Johor state of Malaysia. The datasets utilized in this study are the Ozone Monitoring Instrument (OMI)/Aura satellite’s daily UVI observations between October 2004 and March 2023. The innovative trend analysis (ITA) method is employed to identify the statistical trend of daily UVI. Basic statistics of daily, monthly, and seasonal UVI are also carried out to better characterize UVI in the study area. The daily UVI data collected for the analysis exhibit wide variability, with more than 80% of the daily UVI data falling above UVI 8, indicating the severity of UV radiation (UVR) reaching the study area. The monthly and seasonal UVI also display highly varying characteristics, as observed in the daily data. The pixel-based analysis of ITA results indicates a significant increasing and decreasing trend of daily UVI in the region, with values varying between − 9.42 × 10−6 and 3.79 × 10−5. However, for the study area as a whole, UVI shows a significant increasing trend of 4.50 × 10−5. The influence of parameters such as cloud optical thickness (COT), solar zenith angle (SZA), and O3 column on the strength of UVR reaching the study area is also investigated. Based on the results, the study area is characterized by low thickness, broken clouds, and sometimes cloudless conditions. Overall, the results show that UVI in the study area is increasing, and therefore, proper health guidelines and direct UVR exposure regulations need to be implemented to reduce serious health risks associated with UVR exposure.
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Global research landscape of microplastics and their impact on earthworm: a bibliometric analysis
Authors: Moharana Tanushree , Patnaik Aliva , Mishra C. S. K. , Behera Binayak Prasad , Samal Suryasikha , Samal Rashmi Rekha 
Published: October 2024

AbstractMicroplastics (MPs) are generated from diverse categories of plastic debris disposed in open. Its entry into the terrestrial ecosystem could not only impact soil physico-chemical attributes but also endanger the lives of biotas including the earthworms which play significant role in the decomposition of organics and sustaining the nutrient pool. There have been consistent efforts by various workers across the globe to study the impact of MPs on the terrestrial environment and exploring potential mitigation strategies to minimize contamination levels. This review presents a bibliometric analysis of scientific publications on impact of MPs on the earthworms from 2017 to 2023. The primary objective is to discern trends among authors, institutions, and countries contributing to research on MPs, particularly concerning their interaction with earthworms. The analysis reveals a steady escalation in the number of publications up to 2022. The VOS viewer software was utilized for data visualization and cluster analysis, unveiling three clusters highlighting keyword groups associated with "microplastics", "soil", and "earthworms". Notably, "microplastics" and "earthworm" emerged as prominent research hotspots.
Understanding Experiences of Headache-Sufferers Attending Emergency Departments Through Photovoice
Authors: Krebs Lynette D. , Hill Nicole , Lesyk Nicholas , Villa-Roel Cristina , Rowe Brian H. 
Published: October 2024

ABSTRACT

Objective:
Our aim was to explore the experiences of individuals receiving emergency department (ED) care for acute headaches.

Background:
Patients with headache exacerbations commonly present to EDs. This study explored the experiences of adult patients during the exacerbation period, specifically using photovoice.

Methods:
Recruited from two urban EDs in Alberta, Canada, participants with primary headaches took photographs over 3–4 weeks and subsequently completed a 60–90 minute, one-on-one, in-person photo-elicitation interview. Interviews were audio recorded, transcribed and thematically analyzed alongside photographs.

Results:
Eight participants (six women) completed the study. The average age was 42 years (standard deviation: 16). Five themes emerged: (1) the struggle for legitimacy in light of the invisibility of their condition; (2) the importance of hope, hopelessness and fear in the day-to-day life of participants; (3) the importance of agency and becoming “your own advocate”; (4) the struggle to be and be seen as themselves despite the encroachment of their headaches; and (5) the realities of “good” and “bad” care in the ED. Participants highlighted examples of good care, specifically when they felt seen and believed. Additionally, some expressed the acute care space itself being a beacon of hope in the midst of their crisis. Others felt dismissed because providers “know it’s not life or death.”

Conclusions:
This study highlighted the substantial emotional impact that primary headaches have on the lives of participants, particularly during times of exacerbation and while seeking acute care. This provides insight for acute care settings and practitioners on how to effectively engage with this population.