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Community music, identity and belonging among Dutchies in Australia: Comparing assimilation to multiculturalism
Authors: Dekker Karien , Broerse Jora , Peters Nonja 
Published: September 2024

AbstractThis article discusses variations in the experiences of Dutch identity and belonging to a music‐making group in the Dutch migrant community in Melbourne, Australia. It answers the research question “Which variations of ‘Dutch identity’ are there for the participants and how does music‐making relate to this?”. Feelings of identity and belonging are shaped by federal policies and micro‐interactions. This article builds on the concepts related to migrant identity and ethnomusicology in the context of two distinct federal integration policies: the White Australia policy (which is characterised by an assimilation policy) and multiculturalism. The findings showed that community music has the potential to bridge generational, gender and class differences. Multiculturalism, enabling the participants to meet and sing in Dutch, empowered them to explore their dual identity as Dutch Australians, intersecting with disability, racial differences, age and education level. This study improves our understanding of the impact of diverse emigration and immigration resettlement policies that form part of the complexities of diverse generations and backgrounds of the Dutch‐Australian diaspora.
A new iron recovery and dephosphorization approach from unroasted high‐phosphorus oolitic hematite ore via a facile chemical beneficiation process
Authors: Gong Minghui , Gao Likun , Dai Huixin , Tian Xiaosong , He Fei , Liu Mei , Rao Bing , Zhang Qingsong , Yin Zhaobo 
Published: September 2024

AbstractDespite the abundance of scientific reports on the treatment of oolitic hematite, it still constitutes a global challenge. The distinctive oolitic structure within the ore is regarded as the primary factor causing the difficulty in the beneficiation of oolitic hematite ore. The objective of this study is to devise an effective approach to tackle the issue of beneficiation of oolitic hematite ore, thereby facilitating the utilization of oolitic hematite ore, which is widely abundant worldwide. Based on the Pourbaix diagram (Eh‐pH) of the Al‐Si‐H2O system, an alkaline leaching process for eliminating impurities from unroasted oolitic hematite using NaOH solution as the leaching agent was proposed. The optimal parameters were determined as a temperature of 250°C, a NaOH concentration of 16 mol/L, a liquid‐to‐solid ratio of 4 mL/g, and a reaction time of approximately 2 h. Around 54% of phosphorus (P), 21% of Al2O3, and 61% of SiO2 can be preliminarily removed from unroasted oolitic hematite ore. Through further dephosphorization with dilute sulfuric acid at room temperature, a high‐quality Fe concentrate with 63.3% Fe, 0.04% P, and a Fe recovery rate of 96% was obtained. The alkali can be readily regenerated by adding lime to the leaching solution, and the regenerated alkali has a leaching effect comparable to that of the fresh leaching solution. The recycling and utilization of alkaline leaching agents minimize production costs to the greatest extent possible. Mechanical studies have discovered that intact oolites undergo complete dissociation under alkaline leaching, enabling the leaching solution to permeate into the particles and thereby deeply eliminate impurities. The novel method has accomplished efficient processing of oolitic hematite and a reasonable control of production costs during processing, which is significant for expanding the reserves of iron ore resources.
Gender‐specific outcomes of low‐dose computed tomography screening for lung cancer detection: A retrospective study in Chinese never‐smoker population
Authors: Wang Huihong , Xie Jicheng , Chen Yahong , Jin Jiang , Zhang Meixian , Tung TaoHsin , Xu Youzu 
Published: September 2024

AbstractObjectivesLow‐dose computed tomography (LDCT) has emerged as a pivotal tool for detecting lung cancer among ever‐smokers. This study aims to evaluate the gender‐specific outcomes of LDCT screening within the Chinese never‐smoking population.MethodsWe conducted a single‐center, retrospective cohort study, which analyzed LDCT screening outcomes for 42,018 asymptomatic participants. Specifically, we focused on assessing gender‐specific differences in the prevalence of pulmonary nodules, and the incidence of lung cancer diagnosis among never‐smokers.ResultsAmong the 42,018 eligible participants, 41.50% were females and 58.50% were males. Most participants were non‐smokers (77.57%), with a significantly higher proportion of non‐smokers among females than males (99.33% vs. 62.14%). Pulmonary nodules were identified in 2.66% of participants, with a higher prevalence in females (2.99%) than males (2.43%) (p < 0.001). Non‐smoking females had a higher incidence of positive nodules than non‐smoking males (2.98% vs. 2.38%, p < 0.001). Invasive biopsies were performed in 334 individuals with nodules, confirming lung cancer in 258 cases. The majority of these cancer cases were non‐smokers (212), with non‐smoking females showing a higher incidence (0.85%) compared to males (0.43%) (p < 0.001). There was no significant difference in the false‐positive rates between non‐smoking females (0.14%) and males (0.13%). Multivariate analysis showed that never‐smoking women were more likely to undergo biopsies (OR 1.65, p = 0.0016) and had a higher, though not statistically significant, probability of lung cancer diagnosis (OR 1.84, p = 0.06).ConclusionThis study elucidates sex‐based differences within the Chinese population, revealing a higher prevalence of pulmonary nodules and lung cancers among non‐smoking females. These findings offer valuable reference for both clinical practice and future research initiatives.
Anaerobic Digestion for Textile Waste Treatment and Valorization
Authors: Tharamrajah Naveenrajah , Shahbaz Kaveh , Baroutian Saeid 
Published: September 2024

AbstractTextile waste is becoming among the most polluting waste in the world, discarded mostly in landfills. Valorizing textile waste via anaerobic digestion (AD) helps conserve resources, reduce environmental impact, and foster a circular economy. Although several reviews have discussed textile waste AD, there is a lack of detailed understanding of the challenges encountered during textile waste AD. Therefore, the goal of this review is to focus on challenges encountered and possible solutions for those challenges for biogas and fertilizer conversion via AD. Potential strategies include chemical, biological, and thermal pretreatments that significantly increase the digestion process. Co‐digestion of natural textile waste, cotton, and wool with carbon and nitrogen‐rich substrates improves AD efficiency by twofold. Moreover, separating polyester from polycotton and textile dye removal via solvent and advanced oxidation processes significantly increases methane yield compared with untreated textile waste. This review can aid in analyzing suitable methods to optimize the biogas production of textile waste via AD.
Validation of virtual fractional flow reserve pullback curves
Authors: Seki Ruiko , Collison Damien , Ikeda Kazumasa , Sonck Jeroen , Munhoz Daniel , Bertolone Dario Tino , Ko Brian , Maeng Michael , Otake Hiromasa , Koo Bon‐Kon , Storozhenko Tatyana , Bouisset Frederic , Belmonte Marta , Leone Attilio , Shumkova Monika , Ford Tom J. , Mahendiran Thabo , Berry Colin , De Bruyne Bernard , Oldroyd Keith , Sakai Koshiro , Mizukami Takuya , Collet Carlos 
Published: September 2024

AbstractBackgroundAngiography‐derived fractional flow reserve (virtual FFR) has shown excellent diagnostic performance compared with wire‐based FFR. However, virtual FFR pullback curves have not been validated yet.ObjectivesTo validate the accuracy of virtual FFR pullback curves compared to wire‐based FFR pullbacks and to assess their clinical utility using patient‐reported outcomes.MethodsPooled analysis of two prospective studies, including patients with hemodynamically significant (FFR ≤ 0.80) coronary artery disease (CAD). Virtual and wire‐based FFR pullbacks were compared to assess the accuracy of virtual pullbacks to characterize CAD as focal or diffuse. Pullbacks were analyzed visually and quantitatively using the pullback pressure gradient (PPG). Patients underwent PCI, and the Seattle Angina Questionnaire (SAQ) was administered at 3‐month follow‐up.ResultsA total of 298 patients (300 vessels) with both virtual and wire‐based pullbacks who underwent PCI were included in the analysis. The mean age was 61.8 ± 8.8, and 15% were female. The agreement on the visual adjudication of the CAD pattern was fair (Cohen's Kappa: 0.31, 95% confidence interval: 0.18–0.45). The mean PPG were 0.65 ± 0.18 from virtual pullbacks and 0.65 ± 0.13 from wire‐based pullbacks (r = 0.68, mean difference 0, limits of agreement −0.27 to 0.28). At follow‐up, patients with high virtual PPG (>0.67) had higher SAQ angina frequency scores (i.e., less angina) than those with low virtual PPG (SAQ scores 92.0 ± 14.3 vs. 85.5 ± 23.1, p = 0.022).ConclusionVirtual FFR pullback curves showed moderate agreement with wire‐based FFR pullbacks. Nonetheless, patients with focal disease based on virtual PPG reported greater improvement in angina after PCI.
Southwest Oncology Group S0826: A phase 2 trial of SCH 727965 (NSC 727135, dinaciclib) in patients with stage IV melanoma
Authors: Lao Christopher D. , Moon James , Ma Vincent T. , Fruehauf John P. , Flaherty Lawrence E. , Bury Martin J. , Martin William G. , Gross Howard , Akerley Wallace , Hopkins Judith O. , Patel Sapna P. , Sondak Vernon K. , Ribas Antoni 
Published: September 2024

AbstractBackgroundCell cycle inhibition is an established therapeutic approach for some cancers. A multicenter, single‐arm, phase 2 trial (ClinicalTrials.gov identifier NCT00937937) of the cyclin‐dependent kinase inhibitor SCH 727965 (NSC 747135; dinaciclib) was conducted in patients with metastatic melanoma to determine its clinical activity.MethodsPatients with metastatic melanoma of cutaneous or mucosal origin were eligible if they had zero to one previous treatments, a Zubrod performance status of 0–1, and adequate organ function. SCH 727965 50 mg/m2 was given intravenously every 3 weeks until progression. Co‐primary end points were 1‐year overall survival (OS) and 6‐month progression‐free survival (PFS).ResultsSeventy‐two patients were enrolled from July 1, 2009, to November 1, 2010, at 24 institutions. Sixty‐eight percent of patients had M1c disease, and 43% had elevated lactate dehydrogenase levels. Twenty‐eight patients (39%) experienced grade 4 adverse events, including 20 cases of neutropenia. Sixty‐seven patients were evaluable for response. There was a response in zero of 67 patients (95% confidence interval [CI], 0%–5%), and stable disease was observed in 21%. The estimated median PFS was 1.4 months (95% CI, 1.4–1.5 months), and the 6‐month PFS rate was 6% (2%–13%). The median OS was 8.2 months (95% CI, 5.5–10.5 months), and the 1‐year OS rate was 38% (95% CI, 26%–49%).ConclusionsThis multicenter, US National Cancer Institute Cancer Therapy Evaluation Program‐sponsored trial of SCH 727965 was conducted at a time when the current generation of effective therapies for melanoma were not available. Although the null hypothesis of 1‐year OS was rejected, the minimal PFS impact and substantive toxicity indicated that this regimen lacks justification for further investigation as a single agent.
Energy efficient and reliable data transmission in WBAN using multivariate gradient divergence African buffalo optimization
Authors: Menaga S. , Vanithamani R. 
Published: September 2024

SummaryWireless body area network (WBAN), a popular radio communication technique, tracks patients' health conditions remotely using small, low‐power, portable sensors positioned on the body to sense vital signs and send data to a control node. To sustain long‐term health monitoring, WBANs require significant energy from the nodes. This research proposes an energy efficient and reliable data transmission using multivariate gradient divergence African buffalo optimization (EEMGDABO) to minimize the delay of critical node data transmission by identifying the optimal path to the control node. The protocol comprises two key processes: winsorized correlative segmented symbolic regression with reinforcement learning (WCS‐SRRL) and the walrus optimization algorithm (WaOA) for accurate priority‐based classification of health data (normal, abnormal, and critical). The second process involves transferring these priority‐based data with reduced energy consumption and delay while increasing throughput by determining the best path from the critical node to the destination (hospital/doctor) using EEMGDABO, which calculates node distance and energy fitness value. Implemented in MATLAB with a health monitoring WBAN dataset, the proposed protocol demonstrates 23% less energy consumption, 12.33% less delay, and 23.44% higher network lifetime compared to existing optimization approaches.
SDERP: Stable‐aware differential evolution‐based routing protocol for mobile wireless networks
Authors: Mekkaoui Abdelkader , Smail Omar , Rebbah Mohammed 
Published: September 2024

SummaryA mobile ad hoc network (MANET) is a network with non‐wired communications and non‐centralized administration where all its nodes are mobile. Firstly, one of the leading drawbacks of wireless networks is their energy consumption because the constituent nodes of the network have a restricted battery capacity yet greater consumption caused by the mobility of the nodes, their processing power, the frequent sending of data, and so on. Secondly, data packets may be lost due to traffic, noise, or the mobility of nodes, whose data transmission in real‐time applications would be compromised by this loss. In order to resolve the problem of energy consumption and that of the loss of data packets for MANETs, we propose a new stable‐aware differential evolution‐based routing protocol (SDERP). We include a fitness function to select the best new path from all new paths issued at the end of this algorithm. This fitness function is based on energy constraints and link stability. The performance of our proposal is compared with OPAOMDV‐EE, FT‐AORP, EE‐LB‐AOMDV and AOMDV. The results show that our SDERP has better network performance than the other routing protocols. Specifically, it obtains a packet delivery ratio that is higher by up to 17%, an overhead ratio reduced by up to 33%, an energy efficiency better by up to 39%, and end‐to‐end delay reduced by up to 16%.
CT imaging‐enhanced numerical simulation of microscopic structure and resilient safety of asphalt concrete
Authors: Bao Lei , He Min , Ye Tianhao , Tan Mengyan , Wang Ruijie , Yang Han 
Published: September 2024

AbstractAsphalt concrete is a foundational material in water conservancy projects, serving a critical function in the construction of impermeable structures such as dams. The seismic response characteristics and resilient safety of concrete dams are heavily influenced by the arrangement and evolution of the microscopic structure of the dam material. In this study, a high‐precision computed tomography (CT) scanning technique, in conjunction with advanced numerical simulations, was employed to analyze the internal damage and crack extension mechanism of asphalt concrete. Microstructural images of the asphalt concrete specimen were accurately captured by CT scanning, followed by the construction of corresponding numerical models. Presented simulation results show that the displacement deformation of asphalt concrete reaches its maximum value in the top region of the model and subsequently decreases with depth. Material damage was first observed at the interface between aggregate and asphalt matrix, where microcracks emerge and extend to the entire asphalt matrix, resulting in a gradual deterioration of the model performance. The simulation results indicate that the overall strength of asphalt concrete is primarily influenced by the strength characteristics of its aggregates. The stress–strain curves obtained from the numerical simulations exhibit a hyperbolic relationship, which is in high agreement with the physical test results. This study not only enhances our comprehension of the mechanical behavior of concrete but also contributes to the analysis of seismic response and risk assessment in dam engineering through dynamic experimental testing and numerical simulation.
Exploring the potential of taro (Colocasia esculenta) starch: Recent developments in modification, health benefits, and food industry applications
Authors: Gupta Rakesh Kumar , Guha Proshanta , Srivastav Prem Prakash 
Published: September 2024

AbstractTaro is a tropical plant and an underutilized root crop that has a good source of carbohydrate. Taro tuber contains 70%–80% of starch on dry basis. This review highlights the extraction of taro starch, latest advancements in the modification such as physical, chemical and enzymatic modification of taro starch. Furthermore, after modification of taro starch, molecular weight and amylopectin branch chain length distribution, granular shape, percentage crystallinity, swelling and solubilization, pasting and thermal properties and in vitro digestibility of taro starch were significantly affected. Additionally, researchers have explored novel methods to modify the physicochemical characteristics of taro starch, enhancing its functionality as a thickening, gelling, and stabilizing agent in various food formulations. However, fabrication of nanoparticles from taro starch was also studies. Various health benefits of taro starch have been reported in this study. One significant health benefit of taro starch is its potential to improve blood sugar management. Furthermore, the versatility of taro starch in food applications has expanded, ranging from traditional staples to modern convenience foods. Its gluten‐free nature makes it an attractive option for individuals with gluten sensitivity or celiac disease. Taro starch is increasingly incorporated into bakery products, snacks, noodles, and as a thickening agent in soups and sauces. The unique sensory attributes and nutritional profile of taro starch contribute to the development of novel, health‐conscious food products that cater to evolving consumer preferences.
Critical elements of successful partnership in public health—A case study
Authors: Phan Tuong‐Vi , Pontifex Katherine , D'Onise Katina , Merlin Tracy , Nori Annapurna 
Published: September 2024

AbstractIssue AddressedIntersectoral action is integral in promoting population health and health equity. In South Australia, public health partnership authorities (PHPAs) are one mechanism to promote intersectoral collaboration for addressing complex public health issues. This case study examined contemporary evidence on the critical elements of successful partnerships, explored the role of formalisation in success, and examined how identified critical elements were operationalised over time in an existing PHPA.MethodsIn the first phase, a scoping review was conducted. The second phase was a retrospective longitudinal case study of a government‐academic PHPA agreement, involving partnership document review and key informant interviews. Data triangulation and iterative thematic analysis were performed.ResultsThe critical elements of successful partnership, triangulated through multiple data sources, are mutuality, governance, communication, resources, leadership, and interactions and relationships. These elements have a high degree of interdependence. Trust supports and is reinforced by these elements, particularly during times of change or crisis. Formalisation of a partnership supports success in many ways but is insufficient on its own.ConclusionOperating in dynamic environments, a partnership requires dedicated time and effort to be successful. Attention to the strength and interconnectedness of the critical elements over the course of a partnership is crucial.So What?This case study describes how the elements of successful partnership can be applied to progress beyond transactional relationships towards authentic collaboration and overcome cross‐border and cross‐boundary public health challenges to promote population health and well‐being.
Rational design of FeF2‐based cathode to realize high‐performance potassium storage
Authors: Guan Jie , Fu Hongwei , Rao Apparao M. , Zhou Jiang , Yu Jinqing , Tang Zhixiang , Yuan Xiaoming , Yu Xinzhi , Lu Bingan 
Published: September 2024

AbstractThe poor electronic conductivity of conversion‐type materials (CMs) and the dissolution/diffusion loss of transition metal (TM) ions in electrodes seriously hinder the practical applications of potassium ion batteries. Simply optimizing the electrode materials or designing the electrode components is no longer effective in improving the performance of CMs. Binders, as one of the electrode components, play a vital role in improving the electrochemical performance of batteries. Here we rationally designed FeF2 electrodes for the first time by optimizing electrode materials with the introduction of carbon nanotubes (CNTs) and combined with a sodium alginate (SA) binder based on strong interactions. We show that the FeF2@CNTs‐SA cathode does not suffer from TM ion dissolution and delivers a high capacity of 184.7 mAh g−1 at 10 mA g−1. Moreover, the capacity of FeF2@CNTs‐SA is as high as 99.2 mAh g−1 after 100 cycles at 100 mA g−1, which is a twofold increase compared to FeF2@CNTs‐PVDF. After calculating the average capacity decay rate per cycle of them, we find that FeF2@CNTs‐SA is about one‐third lower than FeF2@CNTs‐PVDF. Therefore, the SA binder can be broadly used for electrodes comprising several CMs, providing meaningful insights into mechanisms that lead to their improved electrochemical performances.
Cell migration within porous electrospun nanofibrous scaffolds in a mouse subcuticular implantation model
Authors: Mohammad Waleed , Chen Liang , Wu Bin , Dietz Paula , Bou‐Akl Therese , Ren Weiping , Markel David C. 
Published: September 2024

AbstractCellular infiltration into electrospun nanofibers (NFs) is limited due to the dense structure and small pore sizes. We developed a programmed NF collector that can fabricate porous NFs with desired pore sizes and thickness. Previously we demonstrated improved cellular proliferation and differentiation of osteoblasts, osteoclasts, and fibroblasts with increased pore sizes of polycaprolactone (PCL) NF in‐vitro. This study investigated in‐vivo host cell migration and vascular ingrowth within porous NF sheets implanted subcutaneously in a mouse model. Two types of PCL NFs with well‐defined pore sizes were created using varying speeds of the NF collector: NF‐zero (no movement, pore size 14.4 ± 8.9 µm2) and NF‐high (0.232 mm/min, pore size 286.7 ± 381.9 µm2). The NF obtained by using classical flat NF collector (2D NF, pore size 1.09 ± 1.7 µm2) was a control. The three formulae of NFs were implanted subcutaneously in 18 BALB/cJ mice. Animals were killed 7 and 28‐days after implantation (n = 3 per group per time point). The tissue with implanted NFs were collected for histologic analysis. Overall, 7‐day samples showed little inflammatory response. At 28‐days, the degree of tissue penetration of PCL NF sheet matrices was linked to pore size and area. NFs with the largest pore area had more efficient tissue migration and new blood vessel formation compared to those with smaller pore sizes. No newly formed blood vessels were observed in the 2D NF group. A porous NF scaffold with controllable pore size has potential for tissue repair/regeneration in situ with potential for many applications in orthopaedics.