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Outcomes of tunnelled cuffed centrally inserted central catheter removal: A retrospective cohort study
Authors: Borello Eloise , Egan Sarah , Dale Stephanie , Barlow Alie , Hu Yanhong Jessika , Brasher Christopher , Oakley Ed 
Published: October 2024

AbstractBackgroundMost children with cancer will require a central venous access device (CVAD) to administer cancer treatment. A commonly used CVAD is a tunnelled cuffed centrally inserted central catheter (TC‐CICC). There is little information available to guide best practice when removing this type of CVAD. At our institution, TC‐CICCs are removed by using either the traction or dissection methods. This study will describe the outcomes associated with each technique.Methods/resultsA retrospective cohort study was undertaken at a quaternary children's hospital in Melbourne, Australia. Data related to characteristics of TC‐CICC removal success, post‐removal complications and an economic evaluation were carried out. There were 149 patients who underwent traction removal and 100 who had their TC‐CICC removed using the dissection technique. In the traction group, 136/149 (91%) patients had their device successfully removed on the first attempt, whereas 99/100 (99%) were removed on the first attempt with dissection. Of the 136 successful traction removals, cuff status was documented in 72 cases. The cuff remained in situ in 46/72 (64%) cases, and six of 72 (8%) patients experienced a complication. There were no documented cases of cuff retention in the dissection group. In the 2019–2020 financial year, the estimated average cost of traction removal was A$387, whereas the estimated average cost of day case surgery was A$2560.ConclusionThis study has highlighted that the traction technique is a safe, efficient and cost‐effective approach to TC‐CICC removal. Further research is required to understand the patient and family experience of TC‐CICC removal.
Optimizing the grasping behavior of a soft robot's gripper
Authors: Lin Yi , Fan Fang‐Yu , Lin Wei‐Chun , Lai Jing‐Shiuan , Shen Yung‐Kang , Ruslin Muhammad 
Published: October 2024

AbstractIn this study, smart composite materials based on 4D printing technology were used to determine the grasping ability of four‐claw gripper of soft robot. First, fused deposition modeling (FDM) is used to prepare polylactic acid (PLA) strips on the surface of a rectangular bamboo substrate to create a single‐claw gripper for a smart composite soft robot, while using stimulus (heat) to deform and recover its original shape. Here, the authors first evaluate the deformation and recovery angle of the single‐claw gripper of the smart composite soft robot, as well as various processing parameters such as heating temperature and time. This study then used FDM to print PLA ribbons on cross‐shaped bamboo sheets to design the four‐claw gripper of soft robot and its gripper technology was actuation type. Then, the four‐claw gripper of soft robot was used to grab the table tennis ball to test its grasping ability. Finally, four processing parameters (width of claw, pitch of PLA ribbon, heating temperature, and heating time) were applied to determine the grasping ability of the four‐claw gripper of soft robot. The optimal processing parameters for the grasping ability of the four‐claw gripper of soft robot were width of claw of 20.2 mm, pitch of PLA ribbon of 1 mm, heating temperature of 200°C, and the heating time of 15 s. The authors also applied the operation window of two processing parameters to discuss the success of the grasping ability of the four‐claw gripper of soft robot. The innovation of this study is the use of PLA/bamboo composite materials as the four‐claw gripper of soft robot and these materials are cheap, easy to obtain, and can be recycled naturally. This study uses a simple thermal stimulus to enable the four‐claw gripper of soft robot to easily grasp irregular objects.Highlights
The innovative composite material of polylactic acid and bamboo fabricated by 3D printing.
Width of claw and heating temperature are the key factors on grasping ability.
Operating window of grasping ability appears on four‐claw gripper of soft robot.
Basalt Fiber Reinforced Polymers: A Recent Approach to Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) Shielding
Authors: Fareez Umar Naseef Mohamed , Loudiy Aymen , Erkartal Mustafa , Yilmaz Cagatay 
Published: October 2024

ABSTRACTElectromagnetic wave (EMW) radiation pollution is getting more severe as result of the advancement of electronic technology. Researching shielding materials with superior EMI (electromagnetic interference) shielding characteristics is therefore crucial. Basalt fibers (BFs) have been an emerging candidate in the fiber‐reinforced polymer (FRP) category due to their favorable mechanical and chemical properties, along with being favorites in sustainability and having low production costs. Therefore, due to the rising need for cheaper and efficient alternatives in the EMI shielding industry, the EMI shielding is covered in terms of BF composite materials and their properties in this review, starting with the EMI shielding mechanism and followed by how BF composites affect the EMI properties. This review then covers the post‐treatments of BF composites and, finally, the factors of the composites that affect the EMI properties. Moreover, the EMI shielding applications in which BFRPs are used are comprehensively discussed as well. This review aspires to bridge an understanding between EMI shielding as a material property and the BF composites that are developed to aid in the EMI shielding application.
Climate change impacts on worldwide ecological niche and invasive potential of Sternochetus mangiferae
Authors: Aidoo Owusu Fordjour , Amaro George Correa , Souza Philipe Guilherme Corcino , Picanço Marcelo Coutinho , Awuah‐Mensah Kwaafo Akoto , Silva Ricardo Siqueira da 
Published: October 2024

AbstractBACKGROUNDPresent climate studies on invasive species imply that climate change will alter the habitat suitability of invasive pests, especially given the projected rise in average global temperatures by the end of 2100. However, globally, limited information exists on the habitat suitability of the mango stone weevil, Sternochetus mangiferae Fabricius, which impedes the development of early detection and preventive measures. Herein, we used the MaxEnt model to estimate the potential global geographical distribution of S. mangiferae.RESULTSOur results revealed that thermal conditions played a significant role in explaining the invasion risk of S. mangiferae. Habitat suitability was found in all continents, except Antarctica. Under the present condition, habitat suitability covered 5.67 × 107 km2. For ssp126, habitat suitability will decrease from the 2060s (5.58 × 107 km2) and 2080s (5.57 × 107 km2). Similarly, under ssp585, suitable areas will decrease from 5.62 × 107 to 5.51 × 107 km2 for the 2060s and 2080s, respectively.CONCLUSIONOur study has estimated variability in the habitat suitability of S. mangiferae which establishes a foundation for determining global risk assessment and response plans for the pest. This study also identifies areas where the pest is inherently more vulnerable to the impacts of changing climates and enables forecasting of its potential distribution in a dynamic world. © 2024 The Author(s). Pest Management Science published by John Wiley & Sons Ltd on behalf of Society of Chemical Industry.
The wellbeing turn: A necessary consideration in international student mobility
Authors: Gomes Catherine 
Published: October 2024

AbstractThe COVID‐19 pandemic directly impacted current and aspiring international students who were confronted not only with a global health crisis but one which put a stop to any kind of international and local mobilities. While the pandemic in Australia exposed the vulnerabilities of international students–the likes of which have never been seen before–these experiences which directly impact student wellbeing essentially also have consequences on international student mobility (ISM) scholarship. This is because ISM scholarship has traditionally been driven by migration and mobility studies frameworks of economic and social mobility and security through international Global South‐to‐Global South migrations. This paper argues that the pandemic has impacted on individual ISM decision‐making where international student wellbeing should be recognised as a driver in ISM scholarship. To find out how the COVID‐19 global health crisis is bringing about a new paradigm in which to conceptualise and theorise ISM, this paper relies on data gathered before and during the pandemic. These include research reports, Australia's international education national strategies, Australian international student recruitment marketing material, mainstream media articles and a range of research projects I have conducted on international students in Australia. This paper thus suggests that the COVID‐19 global health crisis and its impact on not only the international student lived experience but on student expectations and aspirations, have fundamentally changed. Here this paper observes that a ‘wellbeing turn’ has existed in Australia in the international education space and proposes that ISM scholarship needs to consider the ‘wellbeing turn’ as a necessary consideration in ISM research.
ESG and economic growth: Catalysts for achieving sustainable development goals in developing economies
Authors: Gidage Mithilesh , Bhide Shilpa 
Published: October 2024

AbstractThis study investigates the impact of Environmental, Social, and Corporate Governance (ESG) dimensions and economic growth on the achievement of Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in developing countries. The research utilizes a quantitative approach, analyzing panel data from 12 developing nations from 2010 to 2022. The Panel ARDL (Pooled Mean Group) method is applied to assess both short‐term and long‐term effects of disaggregated ESG components—environmental, social, and governance scores—on SDG attainment. Robustness is confirmed through endogeneity tests conducted using Instrumental Variable (IV) regression analysis with the Two‐Stage Least Squares (2SLS) method. The results reveal a positive relationship between ESG dimensions and SDG attainment, with economic growth also contributing significantly to SDG progress. The study highlights the importance of integrating ESG principles with economic growth strategies to enhance SDG fulfillment in developing countries, offering valuable insights for policymakers and business leaders in advancing sustainable development agendas.
Artificial Intelligence‐Enhanced Analysis of Genomic DNA Visualized with Nanoparticle‐Tagged Peptides under Electron Microscopy
Authors: Sundharbaabu Priyannth Ramasami , Chang Junhyuck , Kim Yunchul , Shim Youmin , Lee Byoungsang , Noh Chanyoung , Heo Sujung , Lee Seung Seo , Shim Sang‐Hee , Lim Kwang‐i. , Jo Kyubong , Lee Jung Heon 
Published: October 2024

AbstractDNA visualization has advanced across multiple microscopy platforms, albeit with limited progress in the identification of novel staining agents for electron microscopy (EM), notwithstanding its ability to furnish a broad magnification range and high‐resolution details for observing DNA molecules. Herein, a non‐toxic, universal, and simple method is proposed that uses gold nanoparticle‐tagged peptides to stain all types of naturally occurring DNA molecules, enabling their visualization under EM. This method enhances the current DNA visualization capabilities, allowing for sequence‐specific, genomic‐scale, and multi‐conformational visualization. Importantly, an artificial intelligence (AI)‐enabled pipeline for identifying DNA molecules imaged under EM is presented, followed by classification based on their size, shape, or conformation, and finally, extraction of their significant dimensional features, which to the best of authors' knowledge, has not been reported yet. This pipeline strongly improved the accuracy of obtaining crucial information such as the number and mean length of DNA molecules in a given EM image for linear DNA (salmon sperm DNA) and the circumferential length and diameter for circular DNA (M13 phage DNA), owing to its image segmentation capability. Furthermore, it remained robust to several variations in the raw EM images arising from handling during the DNA staining stage.
Single‐Step PECVD Synthesis of Graphene@Carbon Nanotubes Electrocatalyst
Authors: Hao Chaoxu , Li Mai , Yang Jinghui , Wang Xuedong , Xia Yuhang , Chu Changqing , Liu Zhiming , He Yan , Ci Haina 
Published: October 2024

AbstractGraphene (Gr) and carbon nanotubes (CNTs), the two intriguing carbon nanomaterials, have presented great potential in serving as high‐performance electrocatalysts in lithium−sulfur (Li−S) chemistry. The concurrent management of both materials would achieve a promoted synergistic effect. Nevertheless, there still remains a lack of an effective material synthesis route. Herein, a single‐step plasma‐enhanced chemical vapor deposition (PECVD) strategy is devised to prepare Gr@CNTs heterostructures with strong bonded connections. In the PECVD system, the damaged sidewalls generated in CNT tubes can serve as appropriate nucleation sites for further Gr growth. The formation mechanisms are thoroughly explored in aspects of both experimental characterizations and theoretical calculations. To confirm the validity of this approach, thus‐constructed Gr@CNTs architectures are employed as the sulfur host, enabling boosted redox kinetics of polysulfides. This project provides fundamental insight into the mechanism exploration for single‐step PECVD growth of Gr@CNTs heterostructure, hence promoting the practical application prospect of carbon nanomaterials toward Li−S systems.
Towards the sociology of pets—Social functions of animals in contemporary societies observed from systems theoretical perspective
Authors: Žažar Krešimir , Clausen Lars 
Published: October 2024

AbstractThis paper advocates for introducing sociology of pets as a particular field of research as the response of ever growing social relevance of pets in contemporary societies. Though other theoretical approaches are suitable for tackling these complex issues, the article offers viewpoint from Luhmann's social systems theory. Based on Luhmann's writings on ecological communication, the article departs from the system/environment distinction and conceives pets as being part of a society's environment that attained resonance of a social system. Further, entry of pets into a social system is interpreted through differentiation theorem arguing that pets perform highly relevant social functions for all functional subsystems of a society by contributing to their autopoietic reproduction. This is primarily accomplished through communication about pets, emerging specific semantics, usage of binary codes specific for different subsystems, correspondence to their mediums, programs and functions. The major part of work is presenting relations of pets to 10 functional subsystems of a society, as this delineates scope of empirical phenomena of potential interest for sociology of pets. These processes might be observed at systemic, organizational and interaction levels. Despite possessing multiple merits, also, certain limits of Luhmann's account of pets are unfolded, such as incapability to hear authentic voices of animals, but rather distorted semantic codes emerging from consciousness of human psychic systems, afterwards structurally coupled with communication as a medium of social systems. At this point, social systems theory might be complemented by theory of interspecies communication, as taking into consideration other theoretical approaches anchored at ontologies pertinent to include non‐human agents is invocated. The tentative outcome of this introductory discussion is that apparent process of anthro‐morphosization of animals is taking place while the question of relation between humans–humans in the context of building just societies of the 21st century still remains open.
Experimental and analytical study on the bending performance of UHPC‐NC narrow steel box composite beams under negative moments
Authors: Huang Jing , Mo Shixu , Liu Xiaobei 
Published: October 2024

AbstractA novel UHPC‐NC composite structure was proposed to enhance the load‐bearing capacity of concrete beam bridges under negative bending moments. Parameters including steel fiber content in UHPC, reinforcement ratio, and steel box filling height were varied across 8 UHPC‐NC narrow steel box composite beam specimens. The study involved testing, and measurement of failure modes, crack distribution, deformation characteristics, and crack widths. Additionally, a method for calculating maximum crack widths was developed based on crack distribution patterns. Furthermore, a computational model for predicting the ultimate bearing capacity of UHPC‐NC narrow steel box composite beams was constructed. The computed results aligned closely with experimental findings, validating the accuracy of the proposed computational model.
Numerical simulation on structural behavior of FRP profile‐concrete hybrid beams with bolt shear connector
Authors: Yan David , Wang Qiang 
Published: October 2024

AbstractFRP profile‐concrete hybrid beam, composed of a FRP profile beam, a concrete slab made of normal concrete (NC) or ultra‐high‐performance‐concrete (UHPC), and shear connectors, shows significant potential for employment in large‐span bridges due to its excellent corrosion resistance, lightweight, and easy construction. The structural behavior of such hybrid beam was simulated using a three‐dimensional non‐linear finite element model (FEM) in Abaqus. The Hashin failure model and concrete damage plastic (CDP) model were employed to characterize the progressive failure of FRP, NC, and UHPC, respectively. The FEM considered partial shear connection by utilizing shear load‐slip model and the orthotropic behavior of the FRP profile. The proposed FEM was validated through comparisons with experimental data in terms of load‐midspan deflection curve, load‐end slip curve, and failure modes. A parametric study was subsequently conducted to identify the effects of various factors, including concrete strength, bolt spacing, concrete slab width, concrete slab height, FRP flange and web thickness, and shear span. Based on the results yielded from FEM analysis, the accuracy of the calculation method in Chinese standard (GB‐50608) for predicting the loading capacity of hybrid beams was evaluated and found too conservative.
A size‐dependent model of strain gradient elastic laminated micro‐beams with a weak adhesive layer
Authors: Serpilli Michele , Rizzoni Raffaella , Ramos Reinaldo Rodríguez , Lebon Frédéric 
Published: October 2024

AbstractA size‐dependent model for a laminated micro‐beam with a soft adhesive is developed in the framework of strain gradient elasticity theory. The layered beam is constituted by two Euler–Bernoulli strain gradient elastic isotropic beams, joined through a strain gradient spring‐type contact law at the adhesive level. The governing bending and extensional equations and boundary conditions are obtained by using the variational principle. The differential system shows a coupling between the flexural and axial behaviors of the upper and lower beams, due to the presence of interface terms related to shear and peeling stresses. Two benchmark problems have been presented through their closed‐form solutions, namely a simply‐supported laminated beam subjected to a uniform distributed load and a mode 2‐type loading configuration of a layered axially deformable beam. Size effects and non‐local phenomena, due to high strain concentrations, are highlighted. Though simple in their features, the examples prove the efficiency of the proposed approach in designing micro‐scale layered beams.
Invariant cones for jump-diffusions in infinite dimensions
Authors: Tappe Stefan 
Published: October 2024

AbstractIn this paper we provide sufficient conditions for stochastic invariance of closed convex cones for stochastic partial differential equations (SPDEs) of jump-diffusion type, and clarify when these conditions are necessary. We emphasize that the diffusion coefficient of the SPDE does not need to be smooth, an assumption which is frequently imposed when dealing with stochastic invariance problems. Our results apply to the positive cone of abstract $$L^2$$

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-spaces. Furthermore, we present a series of applications, where we investigate SPDEs arising in natural sciences and economics.
Efficacy and Safety of Esmolol in Neonatal Cardiac Surgery with Cardiopulmonary Bypass (CPB) for d-Transposition of the Great Arteries (d-TGA)
Authors: Blank Anna-Eva , Zajonz Thomas , Gruschwitz Inga , Neuhäuser Christoph , Akintürk Hakan , Jux Christian , Backhoff David 
Published: October 2024

Abstract
Objective
D-Transposition of the great arteries (d-TGA) is the most common congenital heart disease requiring surgical correction within the neonatal period. Sinus tachycardia often persists postoperatively, potentially affecting cardiac function. This study aimed to investigate the efficacy and safety of the short-acting beta-1-selective beta-blocker esmolol in controlling heart rate in neonatal cardiac surgery with cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB).

Methods
A retrospective cohort study was conducted on neonates undergoing surgery for d-TGA. The study cohort included 112 patients, divided into an esmolol intervention group (n = 57) and a control group (n = 55). Baseline characteristics, hemodynamic parameters and outcome measures were assessed.

Results
In the esmolol group, median heart rate at ICU admission was significantly higher compared to the control group (155 vs. 147 bpm, p = 0.018). After a median time of 11 h, heart rate was lower among the esmolol patients (135 vs. 144 bpm, p < 0.001). There were no differences in other hemodynamic parameters between the two groups. Patients treated with esmolol required longer catecholamine support while no difference regarding survival, duration of invasive ventilation and ICU stay were noticed.

Conclusion
No relevant hemodynamic difference was seen between neonates treated with perioperative esmolol and the control group and outcome did not differ. This indicates non-inferiority of perioperative betablocker therapy in young age. Prospective and placebo-controlled assessment of perioperative esmolol therapy in neonates is needed.
A Burning Issue: Wildfire Smoke Exposure, Retail Sales, and Demand for Adaptation in Healthcare
Authors: Han Xianru , Li Wenying , Wang Haoluan 
Published: October 2024

AbstractWildfire events have increased in frequency and severity across the United States in recent decades. While a growing literature has documented the effects of wildfire smoke exposure on a wide range of health and socioeconomic outcomes, little is known about its impact on consumer behavior and household demand for adaptation in healthcare. We combine a newly developed and digitized dataset on daily wildfire smoke PM2.5 concentrations across the contiguous United States from 2006 to 2019 with weekly NielsenIQ retail scanner data to quantify how wildfire smoke exposure affects retail sales of air purifiers, bottled water, cold remedies, nasal products, cough products, and nutritional products. We find a positive and statistically significant impact of wildfire smoke exposure on the retail sales of these products. Dynamic effects are evident as wildfire smoke exposure in previous weeks also increases current sales. Nonlinear effects arising from the varying intensity of wildfire smoke exposure also reveal distinct patterns of demand for adaptation. We further explore how the effects of wildfire smoke exposure vary with socio-demographic characteristics, focusing on social vulnerability and highlighting the implications of environmental justice. Our results underscore the need for proactive policies to address the increased demand for emergency supplies and healthcare products as household adaptive measures during the wildfire season, particularly targeting socioeconomically vulnerable populations who may be prone to limited access to preventive measures against wildfire smoke.