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Consumer interest in social sustainability issues of whitefish from capture fisheries in the north‐east Atlantic
Authors: Veldhuizen Linda J L , van der Lans Ivo A , Berentsen Paul BM , de Boer Imke J M , Bokkers Eddie A M 
Published: September 2016

AbstractCapture fisheries in the north‐east Atlantic account for approximately 10% of all fish consumed from capture fisheries globally. The literature shows that consumers show considerable interest in social sustainability of products in general and of fish specifically. This interest, however, has not yet been investigated for fish from the north‐east Atlantic. The first objective of this study, therefore, was to investigate whether consumers are interested in social sustainability issues of whitefish from the north‐east Atlantic by determining preferences for four social sustainability issues with distinct benefits in relation to a known reference point (i.e. approach to overfishing). The second objective of this study was to determine to what degree case‐specific and general psychographic consumer characteristics explain preferences for these issues. Choice modelling results from an online survey among 457 Dutch consumers show that consumers have the strongest preference for the environmental sustainability issue approach to overfishing. In addition, results on the social sustainability issues showed that consumers prefer fish welfare over product quality, worker safety and local employment, indicating that in this case, consumers place animal benefits over personal, worker and community benefits. The case‐specific psychographic characteristic concern contributed most to explaining preferences for the environmental sustainability issue, whereas the general psychographic characteristic personal relevance contributed most to explaining preferences for the social sustainability issues. This result is likely explained by the principal focus on MSC certification in markets for fish products, which caused consumers to form opinions (e.g. concern) on overfishing, but not on social sustainability.
Ecogeographical gradients in plumage coloration among Australasian songbird clades
Authors: Friedman Nicholas R. , Remeš Vladimír 
Published: September 2016

AbstractAimAnimal coloration often shows high degrees of evolutionary lability, producing variation among species that is easily apparent. This variation may produce consistent geographical patterns as species converge on adaptive phenotypes in similar environments. Some such geographical patterns in colour variation have been recently predicted as a response to the light environment in different habitats. Others like Gloger's rule – the negative relationship between brightness and humidity – have long been observed but still demand explanation. Finally, the conventional wisdom that tropical birds are more colourful remains largely untested.LocationAustralia, New Guinea.MethodsHere, we compared plumage coloration across two families of Australian birds (Meliphagidae, n = 97 species; Acanthizidae, n = 40 species) in a combined spatial and phylogenetic framework. We assessed the extent to which environmental variables extracted from species ranges explain variation in colour traits, while correcting for the autocorrelation inherent in spatially structured data using extensive simulations.ResultsWe found several strong effects of environment on plumage coloration. Inland species with ranges marked by high aridity and temperature seasonality showed greater colour span among acanthizids, and greater saturation among meliphagids. Gloger's rule was supported in both clades, but more strongly for dorsal plumage. The most consistent correlate in this relationship was vegetation: birds in regions with more vegetation had markedly darker plumage. Ornament hue showed no significant associations with vegetation or climate.Main conclusionsBirds living close to the equator were not more colourful, but species inhabiting arid regions were. Species may respond to the shorter and less predictable breeding seasons of arid environments by evolving increased ornamentation. The consistent relationship we observed between vegetation and dorsal brightness supports a primary role for countershading and background matching in Gloger's rule.
Effects of long‐term grazing management on dandelion (Taraxacum officinale) in Agrostis capillaris grassland
Authors: Supek Š. , Pavlů V. , Pavlů L. , Gaisler J. , Hejcman M. , Ludvíková V. , Mikulka J. 
Published: September 2016

AbstractDandelion (Taraxacum officinale agg.) is a common forb species in grasslands in Europe. Although sometimes regarded as a valuable forage herb, it may become a weed, especially in arable land. There is limited information on the response of Taraxacum to long‐term grassland management practices. Therefore, we analysed cover and dry‐matter standing biomass of Taraxacum in a long‐term (1998–2012) grazing experiment on an Agrostis capillaris grassland. The following treatments were laid out on formerly abandoned grassland: (i) intensive grazing (IG); (ii) extensive grazing (EG); (iii) first cut followed by intensive grazing (ICG); (iv) first cut followed by extensive grazing (ECG); and (v) unmanaged grassland (U). During the first 10 years, all defoliation treatments (i–iv) supported the presence of Taraxacum, and the lowest proportion was recorded in the unmanaged treatment (U). During the final 7 years of the study, combined cutting and grazing promoted Taraxacum cover more than that of grazing only (ICG > IG > ECG > EG). Cover of Taraxacum was negatively affected by increasing sward height where Taraxacum plants had lower fitness. Due to the relatively strong relationship between percentage cover of Taraxacum and its dry‐matter biomass, percentage cover could be used as a simple method for the assessment of biomass of Taraxacum in a sward. Results are discussed in the context of adapting the management of A. capillaris grassland as a simple method for control of Taraxacum abundance, particularly in situations of extensification or abandonment.
Reducing blood stream infection in patients on hemodialysis: Incorporating patient engagement into a quality improvement activity
Authors: Ball Lynda K. , George Cheryl A. , Duval Linda , Hedrick Niloufar “Nellie” F. 
Published: September 2016

AbstractIntroduction Infection in our immunocompromised patients is the second leading cause of death, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). In an effort to improve quality of care, engage patients in their own care, and reduce morbidity and mortality secondary to infection, the Network designed a joint quality improvement/patient engagement activity to decrease bloodstream infection (BSI) rates.Methods Dialysis facilities were ranked utilizing 2014 National Healthcare Safety Network (NHSN) data. Selection included 20% of Network 13 facilities (n = 58) with the highest BSI rates, which captured 31% of the patient population.Findings Statistically significant (P < 0.001) improvement was reached in the reduction of BSIs; increasing patient engagement in the infection control process; and, correct completion of hand hygiene audits. Significant (P < 0.01) improvement was reached in correct completion of cannulation audits. There was also improvement in the catheter audits, but results were not significant.Discussion Involving patients in the infection control process contributed to our successful outcomes and could be replicated to meet the needs of the end stage renal disease community as a whole.
Role of isolated ultrafiltration in the management of chronic refractory and acute decompensated heart failure
Authors: MITTAL Mayank K. , KATTA Natraj , ALPERT Martin A. 
Published: September 2016

AbstractChronic congestive heart failure (CHF) and acute decompensated heart failure (ADHF) refractory to medical therapy represent therapeutic challenges. In such patients, attempts to reduce pulmonary and systemic congestion frequently produce deterioration of renal function. In studies of patients with chronic severe CHF refractory to medical therapy (including loop diuretics), isolated ultrafiltration was frequently able to relieve congestive symptoms by precise removal of extracellular water and sodium, and in some cases was able to restore responsiveness to loop diuretics. Randomized controlled trials comparing isolated ultrafiltration and medical therapy (mainly loop diuretics) in patients with ADHF failed to demonstrate the superiority of isolated ultrafiltration over diuretic therapy with respect to renal function and mortality. Isolated ultrafiltration reduced length of hospital stay in several studies. At this time, there is insufficient evidence to support the use of isolated ultrafiltration as initial therapy of ADHF.
Biocompatibility of three new calcium silicate‐based endodontic sealers on human periodontal ligament stem cells
Authors: Collado‐González M. , García‐Bernal D. , Oñate‐Sánchez R. E. , Ortolani‐Seltenerich P. S. , Lozano A. , Forner L. , Llena C. , Rodríguez‐Lozano F. J. 
Published: September 2016

AbstractAimTo evaluate the biocompatibility of three calcium silicate‐based endodontic sealers, Bioroot BC Sealer (Septodont, Saint‐Maur‐des‐Fosses, France), Endoseal MTA (EndoSeal, Maruchi, Seoul, Korea) and Nano‐ceramic Sealer (B&L Biotech, Fairfax, VA, USA) (NCS), on human periodontal ligament stem cells (hPDLSCs).MethodologyHuman periodontal ligament stem cells were cultured in the presence of various endodontic sealer eluates for 24 h. Cell viability was determined using the MTT assay. Cell death and changes in phenotype induced by the set endodontic sealer eluates were evaluated through flow cytometry. Also, an in vitro scratch wound‐healing model was used to determine their effects in cell migration. Finally, to assess cell morphology and attachment to the different sealers, hPDLSCs were directly seeded onto the material surfaces and analysed by scanning electron microscopy (SEM). One‐way analysis of variance (anova) followed by a Bonferroni post‐test was performed (P < 0.05).ResultsAt 24 h, cell spreading was evident in the presence of Bioroot BC Sealer (BR) and Nano‐ceramic Sealer (NCS), but not Endoseal MTA (ES). At 72 h, BR and NCS exhibited high and moderate cell proliferation, respectively, whereas ES revealed low rates of cell proliferation (P < 0.05). Similar results were obtained in a cell death assay. In addition, hPDLSCs maintained their mesenchymal phenotype in all conditions although their capacity to migrate was higher in the presence of BR. Finally, SEM studies revealed a good degree of proliferation, cell spreading and attachment, especially when using BR and NCS discs.ConclusionsBR and NCS were associated with better cytocompatibility than ES. Further in vitro and in vivo investigations are required to confirm the suitability of these calcium silicate‐based endodontic sealers for clinical application.
Infant Neurodevelopment is Affected by Prenatal Maternal Stress: The QF2011 Queensland Flood Study
Authors: Simcock Gabrielle , Laplante David P. , Elgbeili Guillaume , Kildea Sue , Cobham Vanessa , Stapleton Helen , King Suzanne 
Published: September 2016

Research shows that prenatal maternal stress (PNMS) negatively affects a range of infant outcomes; yet no single study has explored the effects of stress in pregnancy from a natural disaster on multiple aspects of infant neurodevelopment. This study examined the effects of flood‐related stress in pregnancy on 6‐month‐olds' neurodevelopment and examined the moderating effects of timing of the stressor in gestation and infant sex on these outcomes. Women exposed to the 2011 Queensland (Australia) floods in pregnancy completed surveys on their flood‐related objective and subjective experiences at recruitment and reported on their infants' neurodevelopment on the problem solving, communication, and personal–social scales of the Ages and Stages‐III at 6 months postpartum (N = 115). Interaction results showed that subjective flood stress in pregnancy had significantly different effects in boys and girls, and that at high levels of stress girls had significantly lower problem solving scores than boys. Timing of the flood later in pregnancy predicted lower personal–social scores in the sample, and there was a trend (p < .10) for greater objective flood exposure to predict lower scores. PNMS had no effect on infants' communication skills. In conclusion, differential aspects of maternal flood‐related stress in pregnancy influenced aspects of 6‐month‐olds' neurodevelopment.
Checking Out the Future: A Perspective from African Theological Education
Authors: Kaunda Chammah J. 
Published: September 2016

AbstractThis article refers to the Global Survey on Theological Education, conducted between 2011 and 2013, to provide sub‐Saharan African critical reflection on the future of theological education in the continent. It considers the many contextual factors and shifting world views shaping Africa today, including the demographic shift of the heartlands of Christianity from the North to the South. It summarizes and analyzes seven critical responses from the survey findings, concluding that issues such as accreditation, accountability, integrity of leaders, viability of vision, and collaboration must be perceived in their interdependence and addressed systematically and comprehensively for the future of theological education in African Christianity.
Making Disciples: Obstacles and Opportunities in Urban Congregations
Authors: Lear Heather Heinzman 
Published: September 2016

AbstractThis article looks at the current theological understanding and practice of evangelism in the United Methodist Church. In the early 2000s, the denomination crafted and adopted the mission statement “Make Disciples of Jesus Christ for the Transformation of the World.” As someone who has worked at both the local church and denominational levels of the United Methodist Church, I have seen a gap between the denomination's stated mission and the actual ministry of local churches due to two primary obstacles. Congregations are unsure of what it entails to make disciples and do not understand that the purpose is for the transformation of the world. Through interviews and the study of local congregations, impediments to fulfilling this statement emerged. The article concludes by offering an example of an outlier congregation that is effectively engaged in life‐affirming evangelism in an urban setting.
“The Dearest Freshness Deep Down Things”: Environmental Justice and Mission in Ecumenical Perspective
Authors: Sasongko Nindyo 
Published: September 2016

AbstractThe ecumenical movement has produced many documents on issues of the environment and justice, but many churches do not know how to translate these documents into concrete actions. In this study I argue that social issues such as poverty and injustice cannot be separated from human responses toward the whole of creation. The ecumenical churches need to revitalize their mission and, as such, the churches need to revision their doctrines that centre on the human being by instead placing creation at the centre. Thus, nature is not just a background to the drama of redemption from sin, but that which God loves and preserves. This article elaborates this thesis in three main parts: the integrality of the problem of injustice and human responses toward all of creation, how churches should revision some major doctrines to be more sensitive to the environment, and how churches translate these documents into actions in their own contexts.
Evolution in the South American ‘Lost World’: insights from multilocus phylogeography of stefanias (Anura, Hemiphractidae, Stefania)
Authors: Kok Philippe J. R. , Russo Valerio G. , Ratz Sebastian , Means D. Bruce , MacCulloch Ross D. , Lathrop Amy , Aubret Fabien , Bossuyt Franky 
Published: September 2016

AbstractAimTo investigate the influence of tepuian geomorphology on species diversification in the Pantepui biogeographical region based on the phylogenetic relationships and divergence times of tepui‐endemic clades of stefania frogs (Stefania, Hemiphractidae).LocationThe ‘tepuis’ and uplands/lowlands of the Pantepui biogeographical region of northern South America, one of the least accessible and least studied areas in the world.MethodsTwo mitochondrial and two nuclear DNA sequences from 60 individuals of Stefania from 24 localities in Pantepui were employed to infer phylogenetic affinities and estimate divergence times within the genus using both concatenation and species tree analyses. Ancestral areas were inferred using multiple models in a common likelihood framework.ResultsPhylogenetic analyses revealed high diversity in the genus Stefania with 10 candidate species in the Eastern Pantepui District. Four strongly supported clades are recovered in the area, one being exclusively composed of microendemics on isolated tepui summits. Biogeographical analyses suggest episodes of fragmentation of widespread tepuian ancestors from the onset of diversification of the genus, estimated in the Oligocene (c. 26 Ma), therefore suggesting a neglected vicariant model of Pantepui evolution, the Plateau Theory.Main conclusionsAlthough our results suggest that vicariance played an important role in the diversification of Stefania, speciation in Pantepui followed an intricate pattern implying multiple nonexclusive processes. Vicariance and dispersal likely influenced diversification patterns of the Pantepui fauna, possibly according to the following sequence: (1) Cenozoic vicariance; (2) reorganization of species diversity due to periods of climatic instability; (3) recent invasions (Pleistocene) of widespread upland taxa.
A new Eurasian phylogeographical paradigm? Limited contribution of southern populations to the recolonization of high latitude populations in Juniperus communis L. (Cupressaceae)
Authors: Hantemirova E. V. , Heinze B. , Knyazeva S. G. , Musaev A. M. , Lascoux M. , Semerikov V. L. 
Published: September 2016

AbstractAimThe aims of this population genetics study of the common juniper across Eurasia were to (1) assess the contribution of southern mountain ranges to the post‐glacial recolonization of high latitudes and (2) test whether recent expansion or high gene flow could explain the low genetic differentiation in Northern Eurasia.LocationNorthern Eurasia and mountain regions of Central Europe and Asia.MethodsSix hundred and twenty‐two individuals were sampled in 42 populations. Two chloroplast DNA (cpDNA) fragments were investigated (trnT‐trnL and 16S‐trnA). Analyses of the distribution of haplotypes across the continent included a suite of phylogeographical and phylogenetic tests. Putative geographical distribution in the past was reconstructed using environmental niche modelling.ResultsEighty‐four haplotypes clustered into four main clades (GL1‐GL4). The largest clade, GL3, corresponds to populations from the Alps, northern Europe, Western Caucasus and Siberia. These populations were moderately differentiated (28%) compared to the total range (76%) and Fu's Fs statistic was negative, indicating a population expansion. Some haplotypes within GL3 form subclades with a restricted geographical distribution, suggesting a local origin of the mutation and limited dispersal. In line with these findings, modelling of ecological niches found no significant reduction in the expected range during the LGM. Remarkably, populations from the eastern part of North Caucasus, the Himalayas, Tien Shan and south Siberia were distinctly different from populations in the rest of the range.Main conclusionsAs in Siberian larch species, the pattern of genetic diversity at cpDNA across the natural range of J. communis suggests that colonization of northern Europe and Siberia started from a limited area and predated the last glaciation. It is likely that juniper survived the subsequent glacial epoch at high latitudes in cryptic refugia serving as secondary centres of recolonization. Southern mountain refugia contribution to the recolonization of high latitudes was, at best, limited.
The Life Cycle Assessment of an Energy‐Positive Peri‐Urban Residence in a Tropical Regime
Authors: Bukoski Jacob J. , Chaiwiwatworakul Pipat , Gheewala Shabbir H. 
Published: September 2016

SummaryUrban settlements are home to the greatest levels of greenhouse gas emissions and energy consumption globally, with unprecedented rates of urban expansion occurring today. With the majority of global urbanization occurring along the periphery of urban areas in developing countries, investigation of “green” building practices designed specifically for “peri‐urban” regions is critical for a low‐emitting future society. This study assesses a state‐of‐the‐art residence designed for a middle‐class family of four residing in the peri‐urban region of Bangkok, Thailand. The residence employs both demand‐side management strategies and low‐emitting energy supply technology to achieve energy‐positive status. To elucidate the influence that key design decisions have on the life cycle sustainability of the home, several variants of the residence are modeled. A process‐based life cycle assessment consistent with the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) 14044:2006 standard and following ReCiPe Midpoint life cycle impact assessment methodology is used to quantify the life cycle impacts per square meter of conditioned residence floor area for climate change (582 kilograms [kg] carbon dioxide equivalent), terrestrial acidification (4.01 kg sulfur dioxide equivalent), freshwater eutrophication (30.4 grams phosphorous equivalent), fossil depletion (362 kg iron equivalent), and metal depletion (186 kg oil equivalent) impacts. We model multiple scenarios in which varying proportions of Bangkok's peri‐urban detached housing demand are fulfilled by the energy‐positive residence variants. Under the best‐case replacement scenario (i.e., 100% replacement of future peri‐urban detached housing), significant reductions are achieved across the life cycle climate change (80%), terrestrial acidification (82%), and fossil depletion (81%) impact categories for the steel‐framed, energy‐positive residence.
Evaluation of Body Weight, Body Condition, and Muscle Condition in Cats with Hyperthyroidism
Authors: Peterson M.E. , Castellano C.A. , Rishniw M. 
Published: September 2016

BackgroundThe contribution of fat loss versus muscle wasting to the loss of body weight seen in hyperthyroid cats is unknown.ObjectivesTo investigate body weight, body condition score (BCS), and muscle condition score (MCS) in hyperthyroid cats.AnimalsFour hundred sixty‐two cats with untreated hyperthyroidism, 117 of which were reevaluated after treatment.MethodsProspective cross‐sectional and before–after studies. Untreated hyperthyroid cats had body composition evaluated (body weight, BCS, and MCS). A subset of these cats were reevaluated 3–12 months after treatment when euthyroid.ResultsPretreatment body weight (median, 4.36 kg; IQR, 3.5 to 5.2 kg) was lower than premorbid weight (5.45 kg; IQR, 4.6 to 6.4 kg, P < .0001) recorded 1–2 years before diagnosis. 154 (35.3%) cats were thin or emaciated; 357 (77.3%) had loss of muscle mass. Cats showed increases in body weight (median, 4.1 kg to 5.0 kg), BCS (median, 3/5 to 3.5/5), and MCS (2/3 to 3/3) after treatment (P < .001), but mild‐to‐moderate muscle wasting persisted in 45% of treated cats.Conclusions and Clinical ImportanceMost hyperthyroid cats lose body weight but maintain an ideal or overweight BCS, with only a third being underweight. As in human hyperthyroid patients, this weight loss is associated with muscle wasting, which affects >75% of hyperthyroid cats. Successful treatment leads to weight gain and increase of BCS in most cats, but almost half fail to regain normal muscle mass.