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The Invasion of Ukraine, the Quest for a Multipolar World, and Russia's Civilizational Appeal to the Global South
Authors: Chatterjee Choi , Petrone Karen 
Published: September 2024

AbstractScholars in this forum analyze how major nations in Africa, Asia, the Middle East, and Latin America have reacted to the Russian invasion of Ukraine. Why have China, South Africa, Turkey, India, Brazil, Mexico, Indonesia, and even Saudi Arabia among others failed to condemn the brutal Russian invasion and have continued to trade with Russia? Are these initiatives simply a replay of the Non-Aligned Movement of the Cold War Era or do they mark a substantial new reorientation in world politics? This forum appears in a hybrid format; two essays by Thomas Loyd and Katherine Stoner appear here in print. In addition, there is an online forum at https://aseees.org/slavicreview/discussion/ukraine-war-global-south/ featuring short contributions from David Engerman and Sandeep Bhardwaj on India, Chia Yin Hsu on China, Mark Katz on the Middle East, and, Daniela Secches on Brazil.
Seasonal Predictability of Bottom Temperatures Along the North American West Coast
Authors: Xu Tongtong , Newman Matthew , Alexander Michael A. , Capotondi Antonietta 
Published: September 2024

AbstractBottom Temperature anomalies (BTA) along the North American West Coast strongly influence benthic and demersal marine species. However, to date seasonal BTA forecast efforts have been limited and sources of BTA predictability largely undiagnosed. Here, an empirical model called a Linear Inverse Model (LIM), constructed from a high‐resolution ocean reanalysis, is developed to predict North American West Coast BTAs and diagnose sources of predictive skill. The LIM is considerably more skillful than damped persistence, particularly in winter, with anomaly correlation (AC) skill values of 0.6 at 6‐month lead. Analysis of the LIM's dynamics shows that elevated BTA forecast skill is linked to developing El Niño‐Southern Oscillation (ENSO) events, driving predicted BTA responses whose peaks occur at longer leads with increasing latitude. Weaker ENSO‐related signals in the northern coastal region still yield high BTA skill because noise there is also weaker. Likewise, the LIM's forecast signal‐to‐noise ratio is highest for bathymetry depths of ∼50–150 m, maximizing forecast skill there. Together, these predictive components lead to “forecasts of opportunity” when LIM anticipates especially high prediction skill. For the top 20% of events identified by the LIM as the forecasts of opportunity, 6‐month lead BTA hindcasts have AC skill averaging 0.7, while the remaining 80% hindcasts have mean skill of only 0.4, suggesting that the LIM can leverage ENSO‐related predictability of BTA to produce skillful forecasts.
Seasonal Patterns, Inter‐Annual Variability, and Long‐Term Trends of Mean Sea Level Along the Western Iberian Coast and the North Atlantic Islands
Authors: Biguino Beatriz , Haigh Ivan D. , Antunes Carlos , Lamas Luísa , Tel Elena , Dias João Miguel , Brito Ana C. 
Published: September 2024

AbstractSea level rise is challenging for coastal communities and land management decision makers. Understanding the patterns of regional variations at different temporal and spatial scales is key to implement adaptation plans that mitigate the local impacts of sea level rise. In this study, in situ observations from 14 tide gauges were complemented with satellite altimetry data to assess seasonality, multidecadal variability and long‐term trends in mean sea level around the Western Iberian Coast (WIC) and the Portuguese archipelagos (Azores and Madeira). Results show varying spatial seasonal patterns between regions, with minimum (maximum) sea level observed in April (September) at the islands and minimum (maximum) observed in July (November) at the WIC. The influence of coastal upwelling on the seasonal mean sea level variations was detected over mainland. Although the influence of atmospheric patterns was observed on sea level inter‐annual variability, the Atlantic Multidecadal Oscillation (AMO) showed a greater correlation with the sea level inter‐decadal patterns. Finally, the trend analysis confirmed widespread sea level rise along the mainland and around the islands, which has intensified in recent decades. The regions of La Coruña and Cascais showed trends that were similar to the global average sea level rise since 1993, but the mainland regional average pointed to lower rates of rise (2.00 ± 0.06 mm/year). This work reinforces the need for long‐term monitoring networks of sea level, ensuring the vertical stability of instruments and platforms. The implementation of regional adaptation plans to sea level rise is deeply dependent on high quality information.
Decade‐Long Ozone Profile Record From Suomi NPP OMPS Limb Profiler: Assessment of Version 2.6 Data
Authors: Kramarova N. A. , Xu P. , Mok J. , Bhartia P. K. , Jaross G. , Moy L. , Chen Z. , Frith S. , DeLand M. , Kahn D. , Labow G. , Li J. , Nyaku E. , Weaver C. , Ziemke J. , Davis S. , Jia Y. 
Published: September 2024

AbstractWe evaluate a decadal ozone profile record derived from the Suomi National Polar‐orbiting Partnership (SNPP) Ozone Mapping and Profiler Suite (OMPS) Limb Profiler (LP) satellite instrument. In 2023, the OMPS LP data were re‐processed with the new version 2.6 retrieval algorithm that combines measurements from the ultraviolet (UV) and visible (VIS) parts of the spectra. It employs the second order Tikhonov regularization to retrieve a single vertical ozone profile between 12.5 km (or cloud tops) and 57.5 km with a vertical resolution of about 1.9–2.5 km between 20 and 55 km. The algorithm uses radiances measured at six UV ozone‐sensitive wavelengths (295, 302, 306, 312, 317, and 322 nm) paired with 353 nm, and one VIS wavelength at 606 nm combined with 510 and 675 nm to form a triplet. Each wavelength pair or triplet is used over a limited range of tangent altitudes where the sensitivity to ozone change is strongest. A new aerosol correction scheme was implemented based on a gamma‐function particle size distribution. In addition, numerous calibration changes that affected ozone retrievals were applied to measured LP radiances, including updates in altitude registration, radiometric calibration, stray light, and spectral registration. The key version 2.6 enhancement is the improved stability of the LP ozone record confirmed by the reduction in relative drifts between LP ozone and correlative measurements, linked previously to a drift in the version 2.5 LP altitude registration.
Coupling Soil Erosion and Sediment Transport Processes With the Variable Infiltration Capacity Model (VIC‐SED) for Applications Suitable With Coarse Spatial and Temporal Resolutions
Authors: Xie Xianhong , Liang Xu 
Published: September 2024

AbstractUnderstanding soil erosion and sediment transport from the hillslope scale to the regional scale is crucial for studies on water quality, soil‐water conservation, the lateral carbon cycle, environmental zoning and vulnerability. However, most existing erosion and sediment transport models are only applicable at the hillslope scale or for small watersheds with fine spatial resolutions (typically much less than 1 km). This study presents a process‐based soil erosion and sediment transport model for model applications designed for applications with coarse spatial (e.g., ≥10 km) and temporal (e.g., from hourly to daily) resolutions. This new model, referred to as VIC‐SED, effectively accounts for interactions between erosion and hydrological processes. This is achieved by tightly coupling the erosion processes with a hydrologically based Three‐layer Variable Infiltration Capacity (VIC‐3L) land surface model (LSM) and to a multi‐scale routing (MSR) model. VIC‐SED considers the impacts of (a) the spatio‐temporal variability of rainfall intensity on erosion processes and (b) soil moisture on the soil detachment process. VIC‐SED is evaluated in two watersheds. Results demonstrate that VIC‐SED is capable of reproducing water and suspended sediment discharges at coarse spatial resolutions and varying temporal scales varying from 15‐min to daily intervals. Our study indicates that the VIC‐SED model is a promising tool for studying and assessing the impacts of climate and land cover changes on suspended sediment yields over large regions using coarse spatial and temporal resolutions.
Efficient generation of 1O2 by activating peroxymonosulfate on graphitic carbon nanoribbons for water remediation
Authors: Tang Weijiang , Wang Zhengjie , Guo Sheng , Chen Rong , Chen Fengxi 
Published: September 2024

AbstractFew-layer graphitic carbon nanoribbons (GCN) with rich defective sites were prepared by pyrolysis at 800 oC in N2 of in situ-chelated Fe-polyaniline complexes synthesized via one-pot homogeneous Fenton-like oxidative polymerization of an acidic aniline solution. A minimal amount of iron (0.47 wt%) made a pivotal role in the nanoribbon growth and graphitization of GCN, and deposited highly dispersed iron species on GCN without post-synthesis acid leaching, which greatly simplified the synthesis procedure of GCN with improved yield. GCN exhibited high activity and stability for catalytic degradation of organic pollutants with peroxymonosulfate (PMS) mainly via non-radical pathways. The influences of various operating parameters on the catalytic performance of GCN were investigated. Scavenging tests, spin-trapping electron paramagnetic resonance spectra, electrochemical analyses, and theoretical calculations unveiled that 1O2 was the main reactive oxygen species generated from synergistic activation of PMS on GCN while GCN-mediated electron transfer made a minor contribution to organic degradation.
MITF regulates IDH1, NNT, and a transcriptional program protecting melanoma from reactive oxygen species
Authors: Roider Elisabeth , Lakatos Alexandra I. T. , McConnell Alicia M. , Wang Poguang , Mueller Alina , Kawakami Akinori , Tsoi Jennifer , Szabolcs Botond L. , Ascsillán Anna A. , Suita Yusuke , Igras Vivien , Lo Jennifer A. , Hsiao Jennifer J. , Lapides Rebecca , Pál Dorottya M. P. , Lengyel Anna S. , Navarini Alexander , Okazaki Arimichi , Iliopoulos Othon , Németh István , Graeber Thomas G. , Zon Leonard , Giese Roger W. , Kemeny Lajos V. , Fisher David E. 
Published: September 2024

AbstractMicrophthalmia-associated transcription factor (MITF) is a master regulator of melanocyte function, development and plays a significant role in melanoma pathogenesis. MITF genomic amplification promotes melanoma development, and it can facilitate resistance to multiple therapies. Here, we show that MITF regulates a global antioxidant program that increases survival of melanoma cell lines by protecting the cells from reactive oxygen species (ROS)-induced damage. In addition, this redox program is correlated with MITF expression in human melanoma cell lines and patient-derived melanoma samples. Using a zebrafish melanoma model, we show that MITF decreases ROS-mediated DNA damage in vivo. Some of the MITF target genes involved, such as IDH1 and NNT, are regulated through direct MITF binding to canonical enhancer box (E-BOX) sequences proximal to their promoters. Utilizing functional experiments, we demonstrate the role of MITF and its target genes in reducing cytosolic and mitochondrial ROS. Collectively, our data identify MITF as a significant driver of the cellular antioxidant state.
Genome-wide assessment of population structure and association mapping for agronomic and grain nutritional traits in proso millet (Panicum miliaceum L.)
Authors: Vetriventhan Mani , Upadhyaya Hari D. , Deshpande Santosh , Johnson Matthew S. , Wallace Jason G. , Victor Allan , Naresh D. , Rayaprolu Laavanya , Singh Kuldeep , Mayes Sean 
Published: September 2024

AbstractProso millet is an important but under-researched and underutilized crop with the potential to become a future smart crop because of its climate-resilient features and high nutrient content. Assessing diversity and marker-trait associations are essential to support the genomics-assisted improvement of proso millet. This study aimed to assess the population structure and diversity of a proso millet diversity panel and identify marker-trait associations for agronomic and grain nutrient traits. In this study, genome-wide single nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs) were identified by mapping raw genotyping-by-sequencing (GBS) data onto the proso millet genome, resulting in 5621 quality-filtered SNPs in 160 diverse accessions. The modified Roger's Distance assessment indicated an average distance of 0.268 among accessions, with the racemiliaceumexhibiting the highest diversity andovatumthe lowest. Proso millet germplasm diversity was structured according to geographic centers of origin and domestication. Genome-wide association mapping identified 40 marker-trait associations (MTAs), including 34 MTAs for agronomic traits and 6 for grain nutrients; 20 of these MTAs were located within genes. Favourable alleles and phenotypic values were estimated for all MTAs. This study provides valuable insights into the population structure and diversity of proso millet, identified marker-trait associations, and reported favourable alleles and their phenotypic values for supporting genomics-assisted improvement efforts in proso millet.
Exploring the synergy of logistics, finance, and technology on innovation
Authors: Wang Chunfang , Rahman Md. Mominur , Siddik Abu Bakkar , Wen Zheng Guang , Sobhani Farid Ahammad 
Published: September 2024

AbstractAs global environmental challenges intensify, manufacturing firms face increasing pressure to innovate sustainably. Green innovation, characterized by the development of environmentally friendly products, processes, and technologies, has become essential for firms striving to remain competitive. This study aims to investigate the influence of key factors—green logistics, green finance, and green technology—on green innovation within manufacturing firms, while exploring the mediating role of green technology in these relationships. A multi-method approach was employed, combining partial least squares structural equation modeling, fuzzy-set qualitative comparative analysis, and necessity condition analysis. 447 responses were collected from manufacturing companies in Dhaka city, Bangladesh, using structured questionnaires. The analysis revealed that green logistics and green finance have a significant positive impact on green innovation, while the influence of the green work environment was found to be positive but statistically insignificant. Additionally, green technology was identified as a significant mediator in the relationships between green finance, green logistics, and green innovation. This study offers a comprehensive green innovation model while green technology is a mediator. Furthermore, this study advances the resource-based view theory by integrating green technology as a pivotal resource that enhances a firm's competitive advantage in sustainable markets. By adopting a multi-method approach, this research provides a rigorous examination of the research questions, offering a comprehensive understanding of the dynamic interactions between green finance, green logistics, and green technology in driving innovation. Thus, this research has thought provoking implications to prioritize investments in green finance, logistics, and technology, manufacturing firms can enhance their competitiveness, improve operational efficiency, and meet evolving environmental regulations and consumer preferences.
Dual role of the S5 segment in type 1 ryanodine receptor channel gating
Authors: Murayama Takashi , Otori Yuya , Kurebayashi Nagomi , Yamazawa Toshiko , Oyamada Hideto , Sakurai Takashi , Ogawa Haruo 
Published: September 2024

AbstractThe type 1 ryanodine receptor (RyR1) is a Ca2+ release channel in the sarcoplasmic reticulum that is essential for skeletal muscle contraction. RyR1 forms a channel with six transmembrane segments, in which S5 is the fifth segment and is thought to contribute to pore formation. However, its role in channel gating remains unclear. Here, we performed a functional analysis of several disease-associated mutations in S5 and interpreted the results with respect to the published RyR1 structures to identify potential interactions associated with the mutant phenotypes. We demonstrate that S5 plays a dual role in channel gating: the cytoplasmic side interacts with S6 to reduce the channel activity, whereas the luminal side forms a rigid structural base necessary for S6 displacement in channel opening. These results deepen our understanding of the molecular mechanisms of RyR1 channel gating and provide insight into the divergent disease phenotypes caused by mutations in S5.
The gut microbiota and its metabolite butyrate shape metabolism and antiviral immunity along the gut-lung axis in the chicken
Authors: Saint-Martin Vincent , Guillory Vanaique , Chollot Mélanie , Fleurot Isabelle , Kut Emmanuel , Roesch Ferdinand , Caballero Ignacio , Helloin Emmanuelle , Chambellon Emilie , Ferguson Brian , Velge Philippe , Kempf Florent , Trapp Sascha , Guabiraba Rodrigo 
Published: September 2024

AbstractThe gut microbiota exerts profound influence on poultry immunity and metabolism through mechanisms that yet need to be elucidated. Here we used conventional and germ-free chickens to explore the influence of the gut microbiota on transcriptomic and metabolic signatures along the gut-lung axis in poultry. Our results demonstrated a differential regulation of certain metabolites and genes associated with innate immunity and metabolism in peripheral tissues of germ-free birds. Furthermore, we evidenced the gut microbiota’s capacity to regulate mucosal immunity in the chicken lung during avian influenza virus infection. Finally, by fine-analysing the antiviral pathways triggered by the short-chain fatty acid (SCFA) butyrate in chicken respiratory epithelial cells, we found that it regulates interferon-stimulated genes (ISGs), notablyOASL, via the transcription factor Sp1. These findings emphasize the pivotal role of the gut microbiota and its metabolites in shaping homeostasis and immunity in poultry, offering crucial insights into the mechanisms governing the communication between the gut and lungs in birds.
Surface warming in Svalbard may have led to increases in highly active ice-nucleating particles
Authors: Tobo Yutaka , Adachi Kouji , Kawai Kei , Matsui Hitoshi , Ohata Sho , Oshima Naga , Kondo Yutaka , Hermansen Ove , Uchida Masaki , Inoue Jun , Koike Makoto 
Published: September 2024

AbstractThe roles of Arctic aerosols as ice-nucleating particles remain poorly understood, even though their effects on cloud microphysics are crucial for assessing the climate sensitivity of Arctic mixed-phase clouds and predicting their response to Arctic warming. Here we present a full-year record of ice-nucleating particle concentrations over Svalbard, where surface warming has been anomalously faster than the Arctic average. While the variation of ice-nucleating particles active at around −30 °C was relatively small, those active at higher temperatures (i.e., highly active ice-nucleating particles) tended to increase exponentially with rising surface air temperatures when the surface air temperatures rose above 0 °C and snow/ice-free barren and vegetated areas appeared in Svalbard. The aerosol population relevant to their increase was largely characterized by dust and biological organic materials that likely originated from local/regional terrestrial sources. Our results suggest that highly active ice-nucleating particles could be actively released from Arctic natural sources in response to surface warming.
No need for meat as most customers do not leave canteens on Veggie Days
Authors: Merk Christine , Meissner Leonie P. , Griesoph Amelie , Hoffmann Stefan , Schmidt Ulrich , Rehdanz Katrin 
Published: September 2024

AbstractSwitching to a diet lower in red meat has the potential to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Using a unique time series of daily sales data from three German university canteens from 2017 to 2019, we analyse the effects of a monthly Veggie Day in a food-away-from-home context. We find that the temporary ban on meat dishes did not lead to a widespread boycott – as the heated public debates might have suggested. In our setting, a Veggie Day could reduce greenhouse gas emissions by up to 66%. However, especially at the site with a higher share of meat eaters on regular days, up to 22% of customers bypassed the meat-free main dishes on Veggie Days and ate at other on-site alternatives where meat was available. However, total on-site sales did not decrease significantly. Students were less likely to switch to alternatives than staff and guests. A less stringent implementation of a Veggie Day where only beef dishes were removed from the menu, did not result in a significant shift to alternatives but could reduce emissions by up to 51%.
Real-time tracking of the Bragg peak during proton therapy via 3D protoacoustic Imaging in a clinical scenario
Authors: Wang Siqi , Gonzalez Gilberto , Sun Leshan , Xu Yifei , Pandey Prabodh , Chen Yong , Xiang Shawn 
Published: September 2024

AbstractProton radiotherapy favored over X-ray photon therapy due to its reduced radiation exposure to surrounding healthy tissues, is highly dependent on the accurate positioning of the Bragg peak. Existing methods like PET and prompt gamma imaging to localize Bragg peak face challenges of low precision and high complexity. Here we introduce a 3D protoacoustic imaging with a 2D matrix array of 256 ultrasound transducers compatible with 256 parallel data acquisition channels provides real-time imaging capability (up to 75 frames per second with 10 averages), achieving high precision (5 mm/5% Gamma index shows accuracy better than 95.73%) at depths of tens of centimeters. We have successfully implemented this method in liver treatment with 5 pencil beam scanning and in prostate cancer treatment on a human torso phantom using a clinical proton machine. This demonstrates its capability to accurately identify the Bragg peak in practical clinical scenarios. It paves the way for adaptive radiotherapy with real-time feedback, potentially revolutionizing radiotherapy by enabling closed-loop treatment for improved patient outcomes.
Reduction of chromosomal instability and inflammation is a common aspect of adaptation to aneuploidy
Authors: Hintzen Dorine C , Schubert Michael , Soto Mar , Medema René H , Raaijmakers Jonne A 
Published: September 2024

AbstractAneuploidy, while detrimental to untransformed cells, is notably prevalent in cancer. Aneuploidy is found as an early event during tumorigenesis which indicates that cancer cells have the ability to surmount the initial stress responses associated with aneuploidy, enabling rapid proliferation despite aberrant karyotypes. To generate more insight into key cellular processes and requirements underlying adaptation to aneuploidy, we generated a panel of aneuploid clones in p53-deficient RPE-1 cells and studied their behavior over time. As expected, de novo-generated aneuploid clones initially display reduced fitness, enhanced levels of chromosomal instability (CIN), and an upregulated inflammatory response. Intriguingly, after prolonged culturing, aneuploid clones exhibit increased proliferation rates while maintaining aberrant karyotypes, indicative of an adaptive response to the aneuploid state. Interestingly, all adapted clones display reduced CIN and reduced inflammatory signaling, suggesting that these are common aspects of adaptation to aneuploidy. Collectively, our data suggests that CIN and concomitant inflammation are key processes that require correction to allow for fast proliferation in vitro. Finally, we provide evidence that amplification of oncogenic KRAS can promote adaptation.