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Concentration Fluctuations in Steel Mill Gases: Analytics as Key to Develop Steel Off‐Gas Purification
Authors: Markert Clara , Pollok Corina H. , Haakmann Florian , Ruland Holger 
Published: July 2024

AbstractThe Carbon2Chem® project utilizes steel production gases to synthesize methanol, urea, and other commodity chemicals. The complex process involves CO2 capture and hydrogen production and synthesis, requiring precise analysis due to the diverse components in steel mill flue gases. As some of these components could harm the employed catalysts, the analytics needs to ensure the quality of the purification unit and enhance the understanding of transportation effects and performance in gas cleaning and methanol synthesis. An already established method, proton transfer reaction‐mass spectrometry (PTR‐MS), was employed to assess the gas quality.
Urban Color Plan: The case study of the Ledro Valley (Italy)
Authors: Gasparini Katia 
Published: July 2024

AbstractThis research delves into the development of the Urban Color Plan for Ledro Valley, in Italy. Urban color, encompassing both natural and built elements, plays a crucial role in spatial perception, impacting an individual's cognitive and sensory experiences. This study aims to address the complexity of color planning by an operational method grounded in scientific research. Through the analysis of existing color plans and the study of this specific case, the paper proposes a methodology which emphasizes scientific scrutiny by encompassing factors like historical context, social aspects, environmental influences and a chromatic and material facade survey. The research outlines the multifaceted scales of intervention, ranging from urban mapping to material quality considerations. The Ledro Valley case study exemplifies the application of this methodology, revealing the challenge in harmonizing the diverse historical‐political realities of this Valley. The results showcase a flexible color plan that unifies the territory while still preserving the distinct identities of individual previous municipalities, demonstrating the plan's adaptability and potential for enhancing the overall urban environment.
Whole Blood Aggregometry in Mice
Authors: Branfield Siobhan , Somani Yashieta , Washington A. Valance , Manfredi Barbara 
Published: July 2024

AbstractAggregometry plays a crucial role in both clinical diagnostics and research within hematology, serving as a fundamental tool for understanding platelet function and its implications in physiological and pathological processes. In research, aggregometry provides insights into platelet aggregation dynamics and aids in understanding the underlying mechanisms of hemostasis, thrombosis, and related disorders. Light transmission aggregometry (LTA) and lumi‐aggregometry, as well as whole blood aggregometry, are commonly employed methods. While LTA and lumi‐aggregometry allow for specific platelet function assessment under controlled conditions, whole blood aggregometry provides a more physiologically relevant approach by evaluating platelet aggregation within the context of whole blood.Although both methodologies offer unique advantages, whole blood aggregometry allows for preservation of the native cellular environment, simplicity, and potential for better clinical correlation. In a clinical setting, with human blood samples, protocols are established for both LTA and whole blood aggregometry as they are frequently used diagnostic tools. A protocol for LTA and lumi‐aggregometry in murine models has been described; however, to date, there is no standardized protocol for whole blood aggregometry in murine models accessible to hematology researchers. This article aims to outline a simple, basic protocol for murine whole blood aggregometry, offering an alternative method to the commonly used LTA aggregometry in research settings. Standardizing whole blood aggregometry protocols in murine models could enhance experimental reliability and facilitate translational research efforts in hematology. © 2024 Wiley Periodicals LLC.Basic Protocol 1: Whole blood aggregometry in miceSupport Protocol: Phenylhydrazine‐induced anemia in wild‐type miceBasic Protocol 2: Hematocrit percentage in mice
Genetic gain of Dekalb brand maize hybrids released during the first two decades of this century in the United States 95–115 relative maturity markets
Authors: Brandariz Sofía P. , Butruille David V. 
Published: July 2024

AbstractEra studies are key to estimate the historic rate of genetic gain for commercial traits of a crop. We evaluated for the first time nearly all maize hybrids released (269) in five relative maturity markets (95, 100, 105, 110, and 115) from Bayer Crop Science Dekalb brand over the last 20 years. We focused on grain yield, plant height, moisture, and test weight. We then compared the predicted gains derived from the genome‐wide prediction models with the estimated ones. We found that genetic gain was positive and significant for grain yield across the five relative maturities, ranging from 0.077 to 0.147 Mg ha−1 year−1, while it was negative (desirable) and significant for plant height, with a decrease from −0.259 to −0.456 cm year−1. We did not find significant changes for grain harvest moisture and test weight. The genetic gain estimates were consistent with predictions using the company's genomic estimated breeding values. We concluded that breeding has delivered increased yield and decreased plant height over this period for Dekalb hybrids, and the company's genomewide prediction model can be used to predict the direction of future maize genetic gains. This era study includes a larger number of hybrids, broadens the range of relative maturities, and incorporates comparisons with genomewide predictions compared to previous era studies.
Design and optimization of 30 kW CLLLC resonant converter for vehicle‐to‐grid applications
Authors: Tian Donghao , Tang Yu , Shi Zhe 
Published: July 2024

AbstractThe CLLLC resonant converter is a promising technology for electric vehicles and microgrids due to its ability to operate bidirectionally. This article presents a design of a bidirectional CLLLC resonant converter that is applied in the vehicle‐to‐grid (V2G). The battery side of the converter uses a two‐channel parallel structure to enhance its efficiency and reliability. In contrast, the DC‐bus side uses a transformer series structure to obtain the benefits of passive current sharing on the secondary side and reduce the transformer turns ratio. By utilizing the proposed design method, the converter can achieve a wide input and output voltage range, high efficiency, and high power density. The article analyzes the working principle of the converter and explains the design process, which includes the transformer turns ratio, magnetizing inductance, and resonance parameters. Finally, an experimental prototype is produced to verify the theory's validity and the design's feasibility. The prototype has a DC‐bus side voltage of 660–860 V, a battery side voltage of 250–500 V, and a maximum power output of 30 kW. The peak efficiency of the prototype is 98.2%, and its power density can reach up to 8 kW/L.
Validation of the Interpersonal Relationships in Eating Disorders (IR‐ED) Scale in an Eating Disorder Sample
Authors: Lego Sophia R. , Raykos Bronwyn C. , Tonta Kate E. , Erceg‐Hurn David M. , Waller Glenn , McEvoy Peter M. 
Published: July 2024

ABSTRACTObjectiveInterpersonal problems have been identified as a plausible mechanism underlying the onset and maintenance of eating disorders. The Interpersonal Relationships in Eating Disorders (IR‐ED) scale is the first eating disorders‐specific measure of interpersonal problems, which was developed in a nonclinical sample. The aims of the current study were to (a) confirm the factor structure of the IR‐ED within a large clinical sample, (b) investigate measurement invariance of the IR‐ED across nonclinical and clinical samples, (c) examine the convergent validity of the IR‐ED using a generic measure of interpersonal problems, and (d) investigate the incremental clinical utility of the IR‐ED in uniquely predicting eating disorder symptomatology.MethodTreatment‐seeking individuals (N = 437) completed the IR‐ED at their initial assessment appointment at a specialist eating disorder outpatient service.ResultsA multiple‐group confirmatory factor analysis supported an invariant bifactor structure comprising a general interpersonal problems factor and two group factors—Avoidance of Body Evaluation and Food‐Related Interpersonal Tension. Convergent validity was demonstrated by a large, statistically significant correlation with a generic measure of interpersonal problems (r = 0.62, p < 0.001). A series of structural equation models further revealed unique incremental predictive utility of the IR‐ED for eating disorder symptomatology.DiscussionThe IR‐ED has strong psychometric properties and may prove beneficial in the assessment, formulation, and treatment of eating‐specific interpersonal problems among patients with eating disorders.
Snowmelt and subsurface heterogeneity control tree water sources in a subalpine forest
Authors: Brighenti Stefano , Obojes Nikolaus , Bertoldi Giacomo , Zuecco Giulia , Censini Matteo , Cassiani Giorgio , Penna Daniele , Comiti Francesco 
Published: July 2024

AbstractIn high mountain areas, snowmelt water is a key—yet fading—hydrological resource, but its importance for soil recharge and tree root water uptake is understudied. In these environments, heterogeneous terrains enhance a highly variable availability of soil and groundwater resources that can be accessed by plants. We conducted a tracer‐based study on a subalpine forest in the Italian Alps. We investigated the isotopic composition (2H and 18O) of snowmelt, precipitation, spring water, soil water—at different locations and depths—and xylem water of twigs taken from alpine larch, Swiss stone pine and alpenrose plants during bi‐weekly field campaigns (growing seasons of 2020 and 2021). Mixing models based on δ18O revealed a large contribution of snowmelt to soil and xylem water, particularly during early summer. We investigated the contribution of water from different soil depths to xylem water, using the sap flow records to date back the end‐member signatures. We found a flexible use of shallow and deeper soil water by the investigated plants, with groundwater more likely used by larger trees and during the late summer. Results based on isotopic data were combined with geophysical observations of the subsurface structure to develop a conceptual model about the different exploitation of water by plants depending on their location (shallow soil on a slope vs. a saturated area). Our study highlights the relevance of snowmelt in high‐elevation terrestrial ecosystems, where heterogeneous substrates shape the water availability at different depths and, in turn, water uptake by plants.
Functional Fc receptors are crucial in antibody‐mediated protection against cytomegalovirus
Authors: Bootz Anna , Reuter Nina , Nimmerjahn Falk , Britt William J. , Mach Michael , Winkler Thomas H. 
Published: July 2024

AbstractHuman cytomegalovirus is a medically important pathogen. Previously, using murine CMV (MCMV), we provided evidence that both neutralizing and nonneutralizing antibodies can confer protection from viral infection in vivo. In this study, we report that serum derived from infected animals had a greater protective capacity in MCMV‐infected RAG−/− mice than serum from animals immunized with purified virus. The protective activity of immune serum was strictly dependent on functional Fcγ receptors (FcγR). Deletion of individual FcγRs or combined deletion of FcγRI and FcγRIV had little impact on the protection afforded by serum. Adoptive transfer of CD115‐positive cells from noninfected donors demonstrated that monocytes represent important cellular mediators of the protective activity provided by immune serum. Our studies suggest that Fc–FcγR interactions and monocytic cells are critical for antibody‐mediated protection against MCMV infection in vivo. These findings may provide new avenues for the development of novel strategies for more effective CMV vaccines or antiviral immunotherapies.
Synthesis, Structure and Properties of Core‐Modified Calixporphyrinoids
Authors: Grover Vratta , Tiwari Shubham , Ravikanth Mangalampalli 
Published: July 2024

AbstractCalix[n]porphyrinoids containing both sp2 and sp3 meso‐carbons can bind metals like porphyrinoids and anions like calix[n]pyrroles. Thus, calix[n]porphyrinoids are hybrid macrocycles of porphyrinoids and calix[n]pyrroles. The core‐modified calix[n]porphyrinoids resulted by replacing one or more pyrroles of calix[n]porphyrinoids with different heterocycles or carbacycles that possesses very attractive structural, spectral, and coordination properties. For the past two decades, several different types of core‐modified calix[n]porphyrinoids in which one or more pyrroles were replaced with other heterocycles such as thiophene, selenophene, tellurophene, silole, phosphole, pyridine, etc and carbacycles such as m/p‐phenylene have been synthesized and explored their structure, metal coordination and anion sensing properties. This review describes different synthetic strategies used for the synthesis of various types of core‐modified calix[4]phyrins and expanded calix[n]phyrins and discusses their key structural aspects, properties, coordination chemistry and applications.
Conjugated cobalt‐based metal complex nanosheet for fabricating high‐performance supercapacitor electrode
Authors: Liu Qian , Guo Zengqi , Xu Zhiwei , Wang Cong , Wong Wai‐Yeung 
Published: July 2024

AbstractIn order to cope with the increasingly serious problem of energy shortage, supercapacitors have been developed as a clean and renewable energy source, and the supercapacitors with excellent energy density and long cycle life are imperative. Here, by employing a facile liquid–liquid (L‐L) interfacial method at room temperature (RT), a set of two‐dimensional (2D) metal complex nanosheets N1‐N3 have been synthesized by the facile coordination between Co2+ ion and 2,3,6,7,10,11‐hexaiminotriphenylene (HITP). Given the layered superstructure with well‐ordered nanopores, the N1‐N3 electrodes displayed excellent capacities of 4751.9, 5770.9 and 6075.2 F g−1 at 1 A g−1, and a good cyclic stability with 92.1% capacity retention after 1000 cycles for the N3 electrode. The asymmetric supercapacitor device with N3 as the positive electrode delivers a maximum energy density of 238.2 Wh kg−1 at a power density of 1610.1 W kg−1 and an excellent cycling stability with a capacitance retention of 109.1% after 5000 cycles. This is the best electroactive bottom‐up metal complex nanosheet reported so far for use in supercapacitor, which greatly expands the applicability of this 2D nanomaterial in energy device applications.image
Distribution of phthalate esters and their metabolites in peanut plant during the entire growth period and their dietary risk assessment of peanuts in China
Authors: Fan Lixia , Guo Changying , Zhang Bingchun , Ning Mingxiao , Ren Xianfeng 
Published: July 2024

AbstractTo understand the remediation potential of peanut plants to phthalate esters (PAEs) contamination, the absorption and accumulation patterns of dibutyl phthalate (DBP), bis (2‐ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP), and diisononyl ortho‐phthalate (DINP), as well as their metabolites—monoalkyl phthalate esters (MPEs), monobutyl phthalate (MBP), monoethylhexyl phthalate (MEHP), and monoisononyl phthalate (MINP), were examined in peanut plant during the entire growth period. It was found that the amounts of DBP and MBP in peanut plants correlated positively, when the DBP content is high, the MBP content is also high, as well as DEHP and MEHP. Additionally, the root contained the highest overall concentrations of DBP, DEHP, DINP, MBP, and MEHP over the course of the growth cycle. To evaluate PAEs contamination and dietary risk of peanuts in China, 18 PAEs and seven MPEs in 490 peanut samples collected from 17 provinces of China were detected by UPLC‐MS/MS, the detection rate of 18 selected PAE in peanut was 100%. The dietary risk assessment suggested that the general population and high consuming population are not at risk of non‐carcinogenic from the PAEs and MPEs found in peanuts of China. There is no need for the general consumption group to take any precautions against the carcinogenic risk of DEHP, and the high consumption group's carcinogenic risk is also within an acceptable range.
Hydroxytyrosol isolation, comparison of synthetic routes and potential biological activities
Authors: Wang Enhui , Jiang Yanfei , Zhao Chunyue 
Published: July 2024

AbstractHydroxytyrosol (HT) is a polyphenol found in the olive plant (Olea europaea) that has garnered attention from the food, feed, supplement, and pharmaceutical industries. HT has evolved from basic separation and extraction to chemical and biocatalytic synthesis. The yield of HT can reach 1.93 g/L/h through chemical synthesis and 7.7 g/L/h through biocatalysis; however, both methods are subject to inherent limitations. Furthermore, the potential health benefits associated with HT have been highlighted, including its ability to act as an antioxidant, reduce inflammation, combat cancer and obesity, and exert antibacterial and antiviral effects. Its neuroprotective effects, skin protection, and wound healing capabilities are also discussed. Given these remarkable biological properties, HT stands out as one of the most extensively investigated natural phenols. This review highlights future methods and pathways for the synthesis of HT, providing insights based on its bioactivity characteristics, health benefits, and potential future applications.
Assessing the Environmental Benefits of Extending the Service Lifetime of Solar Photovoltaic Modules
Authors: Paç Ahmed Burak , Gok Abdulkerim 
Published: July 2024

AbstractRequiring no fuel for generation and negligible material/energy for operation and maintenance, photovoltaic (PV) systems have environmental impacts mostly due to the production of modules and the commissioning of power plants. Thus, extending the service lifetime of these systems from 30 to 40 years through an enhanced lamination process for module production potentially reduces environmental impacts per unit energy generated. Life cycle assessment is employed to evaluate the environmental impacts under scenarios for resource utilizations for the new lamination process, operation and maintenance requirements in the extended service lifetime, and degradation rates of the devised modules. Extending the service lifetime significantly reduces environmental impacts across categories, with a 21–27% reduction in global warming potential on the pessimistic and optimistic ends. At least 20% impact reduction is achieved in most impact categories, even under a pessimistic scenario. Considering uncertainty models in the life cycle inventories, samples are generated for scenarios via Monte Carlo simulation, and with significant improvements with large effects in most environmental impact categories, deterministic impact comparisons are supported by ANOVA and Tukey tests. Production strategies for more durable and reliable PV modules have a significant potential in contributing to global sustainability efforts.
Seismic‐electromagnetic signals from two monitoring stations in Southern Italy: Electromagnetic time series release
Authors: Ventola Ivana , Balasco Marianna , De Girolamo Michele , Falco Luigi , Filippucci Marilena , Hillmann Laura , Romano Gerardo , Serlenga Vincenzo , Stabile Tony Alfredo , Strollo Angelo , Tallarico Andrea , Tripaldi Simona , Zieke Thomas , Siniscalchi Agata 
Published: July 2024

AbstractThe seismic‐electromagnetic phenomenon entails the generation of transient electromagnetic signals, which can be observed both simultaneously (co‐seismic) and preceding (pre‐seismic) a seismic wave arrival. Following the most accredited hypothesis, these signals are mainly due to electrokinetic effects, generated on microscopic scale in porous media containing electrolytic fluids. Thus, the seismic‐electromagnetic signals are expected to be suitable for the detection and tracking of crustal fluids. Despite the growing interest in this phenomenon, there is a lack of freely available observational database of earthquake‐related electromagnetic signals recorded at co‐located seismic and magnetotelluric stations. To fill this gap, we set up two multicomponent monitoring stations in two seismically active areas of Southern Italy: the Gargano Promontory and the High Agri Valley. This work is both aimed to systematically analyse earthquake‐generated seismic‐electromagnetic recordings and to make the collected database accessible to the scientific community.
Metabolic dysfunction‐associated steatotic liver disease has become the most common cause of hepatocellular carcinoma in Sweden: A nationwide cohort study
Authors: Vaz Juan , Jepsen Peter , Strömberg Ulf , Midlöv Patrik , Eriksson Berne , Buchebner David , Hagström Hannes 
Published: July 2024

AbstractMetabolic dysfunction‐associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD) is the most prevalent chronic liver disease globally, and can lead to hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC), a leading cause of cancer‐related death. We aimed to determine the extent to which MASLD is an increasing cause of HCC in Sweden and to determine clinical characteristics associated with underlying MASLD. Using the Swedish quality registry for liver cancer (SweLiv), we identified all adults with a diagnosis of HCC in Sweden between 2012 and 2018. Baseline data were retrieved from SweLiv and other nationwide registers. Totally, 3494 patients with HCC were identified. Of them, 757 patients (22%) had MASLD‐HCC. The proportion with MASLD‐HCC increased from 19% in 2012 to 25% in 2018 (ptrend = 0.012), and MASLD was since 2017 the leading cause of HCC, surpassing hepatitis C. MASLD was the fastest growing cause of HCC with a 33% increment during the study period. Compared to other patients with HCC, those with MASLD‐HCC were older (75 vs. 67 years, p < .001), less commonly had cirrhosis (61% vs. 82%, p < .001), had larger tumours (median 5.5 vs. 4.3 cm, p < .001), and more often extrahepatic metastasis (22% vs. 16%, p < .001). Patients with HCC caused by MASLD or by other causes were equally likely to be diagnosed in an early stage (Barcelona Clinic Liver Cancer 0–A, 27% vs. 30%, p = .129). MASLD is now the leading cause of HCC in Sweden.
The association of umbilical cord blood oxidative stress with maternal iron deficiency anemia: A tertiary center experience
Authors: Farisoğullari Nihat , Tanaçan Atakan , Sakcak Bedri , Denizli Ramazan , Özdemir Eda Üreyen , Elmas Burak , Canpolat Fuat Emre , Neşelioğlu Salim , Erel Özcan , Şahin Dilek 
Published: July 2024

AbstractObjectiveTo compare the levels of oxidative stress markers in the umbilical cord blood between pregnant women diagnosed with iron deficiency anemia (IDA) and low‐risk controls.MethodsThe sample consisted of 131 patients, including 55 pregnant women with IDA and 76 controls with similar demographic characteristics. Participants were selected from patients delivered at ≥37 weeks. We compared the two groups in terms of the native thiol, total thiol, disulfide, and ischemia‐modified albumin (IMA) levels measured in pregnant women's umbilical cord venous blood.ResultsThe native thiol and total thiol values were statistically significantly lower in the anemia group, and the disulfide and IMA values were statistically significantly higher in the IDA group (P < 0.001). Perinatal outcomes were similar between the groups.ConclusionIn the present study, pregnant women with IDA had lower native and total thiol values and higher disulfide and IMA values in umbilical cord blood. Iron deficiency anemia in pregnancy may be a potential cause of increased oxidative stress.