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Honeybee (Apis mellifera L.) pollination enhances the yield and flavor quality of kiwifruit
Authors: Ji Quanzhi , Wang Xue , Huang Ting , Wang Xinyu , Zhao Yazhou 
Published: August 2024

AbstractPollination is essential for achieving high yields and enhancing the quality of kiwifruit cultivation, both of which significantly influence growers' interests and consumers' preferences. However, compared to studies on yield, there are fewer studies exploring the impact of pollination methods on the flavor of kiwifruit Actinidia chinensis Planchon. This study examined the effects of bee (Apis mellifera L.) pollination and artificial pollination on the yield and flavor of kiwifruit in the main producing areas of China. Compared with those pollinated artificially, bee‐pollinated kiwifruit exhibited a greater fruit set rate, heavier fruit weight, and greater number of seeds. Notably, the number of seeds was positively correlated with fruit weight in bee‐pollinated kiwifruit, whereas no such correlation was detected in artificially pollinated fruit. Bee pollination not only enhanced the yield but also improved the flavor of kiwifruit. Specifically, bee‐pollinated kiwifruit contained higher levels of sucrose and lower concentrations of glucose and fructose, while the acid content was less affected by pollination methods. Furthermore, significant differences were observed in the volatile organic compound (VOC) levels in kiwifruit subjected to different pollination treatments, with bee‐pollinated fruit exhibiting a superior flavor. Our findings provide new insights into the beneficial role of bee pollination in enhancing kiwifruit yield and quality, underscoring the crucial importance of bees in kiwifruit pollination.
The relationship between distress tolerance and behavioral activation on anxiety and depression symptomatology in autistic youth: Leveraging self and caregiver perspectives
Authors: Schwartzman Jessica M. , Antezana Ligia , Conner Caitlin M. 
Published: August 2024

AbstractAnxiety and depression are prevalent among autistic adolescents and may be difficult to accurately diagnose and treat given various factors (e.g., diagnostic overshadowing, heterogeneity). Therefore, efforts to examine transdiagnostic factors (i.e., distress tolerance, behavioral activation) may afford more parsimonious means for assessment and treatment. To our knowledge, there has been little research on distress tolerance, behavioral activation, and depressive and anxiety symptoms in autistic adolescents to guide diagnostic practices and treatment planning. In the current study, we examined the interrelationships between these transdiagnostic factors and depressive and anxiety symptoms using ratings from 100 verbally fluent autistic adolescents without intellectual disability (Mage = 13.70, SDage = 2.23, Range: 11:00–17:11 years) and 100 of their caregivers. Many adolescents reported male sex assigned at birth (61%), cisgender (87%), not Hispanic/Latinx (90%), and White (80%) identities. A series of correlational analyses were employed to examine associations between these constructs from youth and caregiver perspectives, and multiple linear regression analyses were conducted to explore the mediating roles of distress tolerance and behavioral activation. Preliminary results show that low distress tolerance and behavioral activation were associated with more severe internalizing symptoms per self‐ and caregiver‐report. Some differences by rater emerged, which highlight the importance of multi‐informant ratings in autism. Results from mediation analyses may show that behavioral activation may be more salient to assessments and treatment planning for depression than distress tolerance, while distress tolerance may be important for both anxiety and depression; however, findings are preliminary given the cross‐sectional nature of the data. Findings suggest that these transdiagnostic concepts may be important to individualizing treatment approaches, including the timing of certain approaches, for anxiety and/or depression in autistic adolescents.
Stahlbetonbalken unter reiner Querkraftbeanspruchung
Authors: Schmidt Thilo , Feldick Lion , Dridiger Andreas , Albert Andrej 
Published: August 2024

AbstractDie Querkrafttragfähigkeit von Stahlbetonbauteilen wird üblicherweise experimentell untersucht, indem die Versuchskörper durch vertikale Lasten beansprucht werden. Infolge dieser Beanspruchung entstehen in den Versuchskörpern Schnittgrößen in Form von Biegemomenten und Querkräften. Diese Schnittgrößen lassen sich unter solch einer Belastungssituation jedoch nicht unabhängig voneinander steuern. Dieser Beitrag stellt einen Versuchsaufbau vor, der es ermöglichen soll, ein konstantes Biegemoment und eine konstante Querkraft beliebiger Größe in einem Stahlbetonbalken zu erzeugen. Die Belastungssituation zur Erzeugung einer konstanten Querkraft in einem Balken mit Rechteckquerschnitt wurde in drei Bauteilversuchen umgesetzt. Zusätzlich wurde ein FEM‐Modell für Vergleichsberechnungen entwickelt. In den Bauteilversuchen zeigten alle Probekörper ein schlagartiges Versagen ohne erkennbare Vorankündigung. Bezüglich des Kraft‐Verformungs‐Verhaltens und der berechneten Tragfähigkeiten zeigten sich gute Übereinstimmungen zwischen den Bauteilversuchen und den begleitenden FEM‐Simulationen. Zur Erzeugung eines Zustands reiner Querkraftbeanspruchung in Stahlbetonbalken wird der vorgestellte Versuchsaufbau als grundsätzlich geeignet angesehen.
Chemically defined production of engineered cardiac tissue microspheres from hydrogel‐encapsulated pluripotent stem cells
Authors: Finklea Ferdous B. , Hashemi Mohammadjafar , Tian Yuan , Hammons Hanna , Halloin Caroline , Triebert Wiebke , Zweigerdt Robert , Lipke Elizabeth A. 
Published: August 2024

AbstractChemically defined, suspension culture conditions are a key requirement in realizing clinical translation of engineered cardiac tissues (ECTs). Building on our previous work producing functional ECT microspheres through differentiation of biomaterial encapsulated human induced pluripotent stem cells (hiPSCs), here we establish the ability to use chemically defined culture conditions, including stem cell media (E8) and cardiac differentiation media (chemically defined differentiation media with three components, CDM3). A custom microfluidic cell encapsulation system was used to encapsulate hiPSCs at a range of initial cell concentrations and diameters in the hybrid biomaterial, poly(ethylene glycol)‐fibrinogen (PF), for the formation of highly spherical and uniform ECT microspheres for subsequent cardiac differentiation. Initial microsphere diameter could be tightly controlled, and microspheres could be produced with an initial diameter between 400 and 800 µm. Three days after encapsulation, cardiac differentiation was initiated through small molecule modulation of Wnt signaling in CDM3. Cardiac differentiation occurred resulting in in situ ECT formation; results showed that this differentiation protocol could be used to achieve cardiomyocyte (CM) contents greater than 90%, although there was relatively high variability in CM content and yield between differentiation batches. Spontaneous contraction of ECT microspheres initiated between Days 7 and 10 of differentiation and ECT microspheres responded to electrical pacing up to 1.5 Hz. Resulting CMs had well‐defined sarcomeres and the gap junction protein, connexin 43, and had appropriate temporal changes in gene expression. In summary, this study demonstrated the proof‐of‐concept to produce functional ECT microspheres with chemically defined media in suspension culture in combination with biomaterial support of microsphere encapsulated hiPSCs.
Locked‐in syndrome: A qualitative study of a life story
Authors: Hordila Mona Lisa , García‐Bravo Cristina , Palacios‐Ceña Domingo , Pérez‐Corrales Jorge 
Published: August 2024

AbstractIntroductionLocked‐in syndrome (LIS) is characterized by tetraplegia, anarthria, paralysis of cranial nerves, and facial musculature, with the preservation of consciousness and cognitive abilities, as well as vertical eye movements and eyelid movements, hearing, and breathing. Three types of LIS are distinguished: classic, incomplete, and total. The aim of the present study was to describe the life history of a person with LIS, as well as the wife's experience and perspective of this life history.MethodsA qualitative life history study was conducted with two participants: a 54‐year‐old man diagnosed with LIS and his 50‐year‐old wife. Data were collected through interviews and autobiographical documents submitted by the participants and analyzed following Braun and Clarke's method of inductive thematic analysis.ResultsFive main themes were identified: (1) how to understand and overcome the new situation; (2) the process of care and rehabilitation; (3) communication; (4) writing as a way of helping oneself and others; and (5) personal autonomy and social participation.ConclusionThe participants valued the support of their friends and family in the acceptance stage of the new situation, giving special importance to the communication skills and medical attention received after diagnosis.
Exploring the drivers of modern slavery reporting quality in Indonesia
Authors: Muawanah Afifah , Adhariani Desi 
Published: August 2024

AbstractVulnerability to modern slavery in Indonesia, particularly driven by poverty and discrimination against minority groups, has become a primary concern in the context of information transparency. This study aims to investigate the factors that can support the reporting quality of modern slavery in Indonesia, namely the industry sector, profitability, social responsibility commitment, and gender diversity as the moderating variable. The research utilized a sample of 225 companies listed on the Indonesia stock exchange (IDX) from 2020 to 2022. Data were collected from financial reports and sustainability reports as well as the Refinitiv Eikon database. Panel data regression analysis was conducted to analyze the determinants of the disclosure quality. The research findings indicate that high‐risk industry sectors tend to disclose less information regarding modern slavery, with this outcome having a partially negative impact. However, profitability is not associated with the quality of voluntary modern slavery disclosure. In contrast, corporate responsibility commitment is positively associated. Additionally, this study reveals that gender diversity does not moderate the association between the industry sector, profitability, and corporate responsibility commitment with the disclosure quality of modern slavery. This research contributes to the growing literature on the accountability of modern slavery in an emerging country context through institutional theory and gender socialization theory lenses by identifying the firm‐level factors to enhance corporate disclosure in this area. This study also contributes to corporate understanding of modern slavery issues within supply chains. With growing attention to this problem, the awareness of labor exploitation within corporate supply chains is also increasing. The findings of this research can assist companies in recognizing the importance of transparency and voluntary disclosure regarding modern slavery in their supply chains.
Drivers of green brand loyalty: Stakeholder engagement through corporate social responsibility and brand experience
Authors: Hue Truong Thi 
Published: August 2024

AbstractThis study aims to determine the drivers related to corporate social responsibility (CSR) and green brand experience that drive green brand loyalty (GBL), ranking the relative importance of these drivers while providing additional explanations for the ranking results. Data were collected from individuals with at least 5 years of experience consuming green agricultural products in Vietnam. The Delphi method and analytic hierarchy process (AHP) were employed in combination to address the research objectives. The research results indicated that both CSR and green brand experience can promote stakeholder engagement and enhance GBL, with components of green brand experience being evaluated as more crucial. The drivers within green brand experience and CSR were ranked in importance. The study makes significant scientific and practical contributions by combining qualitative and quantitative methods in this field, integrating components of CSR and green brand experience within an analytical framework to compare their importance in fostering GBL.
Methoxy Chalcone Derivatives: Promising Antimicrobial Agents Against Phytopathogens
Authors: Santos Tamiris A. C. , Sousa Ferreira Cassia , Barreto Alves Péricles , Scher Ricardo , Assis Pinheiro Liciane , Vilaça Costa Emmanoel , Roberto Gagliardi Paulo , Fernandes Roberta P. M. 
Published: August 2024

AbstractChalcone (E)‐1,3‐diphenyl‐prop‐2‐en‐1‐one and a series of 14 methoxylated derivatives have been synthesized via Claisen–Schmidt aldol condensation and characterized by FTIR, CG/MS/DIC, 1D (1H and 13C), 2D (COSY, HSQC, and HMBC) NMR, and EMAR techniques. All molecules were tested at 1 mM concentration for antifungal (Sclerotium sp., Macrophomina phaesolina and Colletotrichum gloeosporioides), antibacterial (Acidovorax citrulli two strains), and antiprotozoal (Phytomonas serpens) activities. Unmodified chalcone (CH0) and derivatives CH1, CH2, CH8 stood out in terms of antifungal activity. CH0 presented IC50 values of 47.3 μM (9.8 μg/mL) for the fungus C. gloeosporioides. In addition, fluorescence microscopy indicated that CH0 promoted loss of hyphal cell membrane integrity. The CH1 and CH2 derivatives promoted the inhibition of Sclerotium sp. with IC50 of 127.5 μM (32.9 μg/mL) and 110.4 μM (29.6 μg/mL), respectively. All molecules showed high activity against the phytoparasite P. serpens with IC50 values of 0.98, 2.40, 10.25, and 3.11 μM for the derivatives CH2, CH3, CH5 and CH14 respectively. The results demonstrated that derivatives methoxylated in both rings (CH2) as well as derivatives with a furan ring associated with the methoxy group in ring A, as well as unmodified chalcone can be promising agricultural fungicides for controlling the fungi studied.
Unveiling the hidden culprit: Parathyroid adenoma induced recurrent renal calculus and pancreatitis—A case report
Authors: Pandit Aakash Kumar , Pokharel Prajjwal , Sapkota Kabin , Dhakal Sanket , Kurmi Ram Narayan , Ranjan Mukesh Kumar 
Published: August 2024

Key Clinical MessageThis case report describes a 52‐year‐old patient presenting with recurrent episodes of pancreatitis and renal stones. Further investigation revealed hypocalcemia and elevated parathyroid hormone (PTH) levels, leading to diagnosis of a parathyroid adenoma. This case highlights the importance of considering primary hyperparathyroidism in patients with recurrent pancreatitis and renal stones, as early diagnosis and surgical intervention can prevent recurrence and reduce morbidity.AbstractPrimary Hyperparathyroidism secondary to Parathyroid adenoma, rarely presents as acute pancreatitis. A 38‐year‐young male with a history of recurrent renal stones referred from a local center, presented to the emergency services, with a diagnosis of acute pancreatitis and bilateral renal stones. Laboratory evaluation showed an elevated calcium level, elevated PTH levels, low vitamin D, and low phosphorus levels. CT scan done outside was suggestive of acute pancreatitis along with bilateral renal calculi. USG neck and MIBI scan done as a part of hypercalcemia evaluation showed presence of a right parathyroid adenoma. Parathyroid adenoma was later removed, and calcium and parathyroid levels were normal on subsequent follow ups.
Abdominal cocoon syndrome, a rare and interesting cause of intestinal obstruction: A case report
Authors: Menberu Endeshaw , Guteta Solomon , Bekele Tesfaye , Mengistu Simeon Mulugeta , Aliye Yonathan , Daba Merga , Mustefa Abdulhamid 
Published: August 2024

Key Clinical MessageAbdominal cocoon syndrome is a rare cause of bowel obstruction, with variable presentation. It needs a high index of suspicion for diagnosis. Surgical management with the release of adhesions is the preferred option for a healthy bowel. Iatrogenic bowel perforation is a possibility during bowel manipulation and the release of thick fibrous adhesions resulting in bowel resection.AbstractAbdominal cocoon syndrome, also known as encapsulating peritoneal sclerosis, is a rare cause of intestinal obstruction in which the small intestine may be entirely or partially wrapped in a thick sac of fibrous tissue that resembles a cocoon. We present a male Ethiopian patient, 60 years of age, who had a 6‐day history of symptoms of intermittent intestinal obstruction. Before his current presentation, he had a 6‐month history of sporadic vomiting and periodic abdominal pain. These symptoms would go away on their own. An exploratory laparotomy was performed for the preoperative diagnosis of small intestine obstruction secondary to primary small bowel volvulus after a plain abdomen x‐ray confirmed the small bowel obstruction diagnosis. But during surgery, we discovered something unexpected: a mass formed by the encasing membrane over the small bowel. En bloc resection of the mass and distal ileum with ileo‐transverse anastomosis was performed. The patient was discharged after 5 days of an uneventful post‐operative stay. The morbidity and mortality of this rare instance can be decreased by awareness, prompt diagnosis, and appropriate intervention. We discuss diagnostic and therapeutic challenges encountered during the management of this patient.
Gold Microflower Modified Screen‐Printed Carbon Electrode for the Electrochemical Detection of Lactic Acid in Blood and Sweat
Authors: Krishna Murali , Neena P. K. , Pradeep Aarathi , Vasu Suneesh Punathil , Satheesh Babu T. G. 
Published: August 2024

AbstractA nonenzymatic electrochemical lactic acid sensor was fabricated by electrodepositing gold microflowers on a screen‐printed carbon electrode and used to determine lactic acid in human serum and sweat quantitatively. Extensive voltammetric studies with lactic acid in phosphate‐buffer saline (PBS) and the analysis of the reduction product proved beyond doubt that lactic acid undergoes two‐electron reduction to form lactaldehyde. The reduction current increased quantitively with lactic acid concentration from 0.5–8.5 mM in 0.1 M PBS. The sensor showed excellent sensitivities of 1243 μA mM−1 cm−2 and 2752 μA mM−1 cm−2 in two linear ranges, 0.5–2.5 mM and 2.5–8.5 mM, respectively with a detection limit of 0.012±0.0014 mM. The performance of the sensor was validated by estimating lactic acid in human serum and the sweat generated through physical exercise. The estimated lactic acid concentrations are in good agreement with clinical analysis data. This indicates the potential applicability of the sensor in the point‐of‐care detection of lactic acid.
Coordination Compound Derived Co9S8 Supported on Nitrogen and Sulfur Co‐Doped Porous Carbon for Oxygen Reduction Reaction
Authors: Zhao Yuan , Liu Wenqiang , Teng Rujie , Dong Chenzhang , Zhang Xiaojuan , Wang Wei , Zhu Dongdong 
Published: August 2024

AbstractCobalt sulfide, a class of metal chalcogenide with tunable electronic structure and component distribution, has attracted considerable interest in renewable energy conversion and utilization. In this work, we report a facile, efficient and scalable method to synthesize Co9S8 supported on nitrogen and sulfur co doped porous carbon (Co9S8/N,S‐PC) hybrid from the annealing treatment of a coordination compound assembled by 2‐mercaptobenzimidazole, 4,4‐bipyridine and cobalt salt. The heteroatom of organic ligand could efficiently tune the electronic properties of Co9S8 nanoparticles and well‐designed carbon. Meanwhile the interaction of organic ligands provides a platform for the high dispersion of Co9S8. Owing to the synergetic effect, the Co9S8/N,S‐PC catalyst shows an admirable oxygen reduction reaction (ORR) activity with the E1/2 of 0.804 V vs. RHE, together with good durability, and tolerance to methanol poisoning in alkaline media.
Understanding the Role of H2O in Heterogeneous Catalysis of COx Hydrogenation
Authors: Yan Zhiqiang , Shi Peixiang , Wang Jingjing , Song Yueyin , Ban Hongyan , Li Congming 
Published: August 2024

AbstractThe effects of H2O in heterogeneous catalysis of COx (CO2, CO) hydrogenation have been intricate and controversial for many years. On the one hand, H2O molecules and their derivatives (O, H, OH) serve as reactants or co‐reactants, playing a role in modulating the reaction pathway through specific mechanisms. On the other hand, the presence of H2O can influence the catalytic performance by altering the physicochemical properties of the catalyst, such as particle size and chemical state, among others. More importantly, the dual role of H2O leads to both positive and negative outcomes, challenging our understanding of its impact. In this mini review, the relevant research results are summarized in terms of the promoting and inhibiting effects of H2O of the COx hydrogenation reaction (e. g., synthesis of methanol, Fischer‐Tropsch synthesis, methanation, etc.) and discussed from the perspective of catalyst and reaction mechanism, which may provide a certain theoretical basis for the design and development of high‐performance catalysts and referable experience for the further exploration and utilization of H2O effects on related fields as well.
Ambient air pollution and survival in childhood cancer: A nationwide survival analysis
Authors: George Paul E. , Zhao Jingxuan , Liang Donghai , Nogueira Leticia M. 
Published: August 2024

AbstractBackgroundParticulate matter consisting of fine particles measuring 2.5 microns or less in diameter (PM2.5), a component of air pollution, has been linked to adverse health outcomes. The objective of this study was to assess the association between ambient PM2.5 exposure and survival in children with cancer in the United States.MethodsIndividuals aged birth to 19 years who were diagnosed with cancer between January 1, 2004, and December 31, 2019, were selected from the National Cancer Database. The association between the annual PM2.5 level at the patient's zip code of residence at the time of diagnosis and overall survival was evaluated using time‐varying Cox proportional hazards models (crude and adjusted for diagnosis year and age). To address concerns that exposure to air pollution is correlated with other social determinants of health, the authors tested the association between PM2.5 levels and survival among sociodemographic subgroups.ResultsOf the 172,550 patients included, 27,456 (15.9%) resided in areas with annual PM2.5 concentrations above the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) annual PM2.5 standard of 12 μg/m3. Residing in these high‐pollution areas was associated with worse overall survival (adjusted hazard ratio [aHR], 1.06; 95% confidence interval [CI], 1.012–1.10). Similarly, when PM2.5 was evaluated as a linear measure, each unit increase in PM2.5 exposure was associated with worse survival (aHR, 1.011; CI, 1.005–1.017). Exposure to PM2.5 at levels above the EPA standards was also significantly associated with worse overall survival among sociodemographic subgroups.ConclusionsExposure to PM2.5 was significantly associated with worse overall survival among children with cancer, even at levels below EPA air quality standards. These results underscore the importance of setting appropriate air quality standards to protect the health of this sensitive population.Plain Language Summary

The authors investigated how living in areas with high air pollution (defined as particulate matter consisting of fine particles measuring 2.5 microns or less in diameter; PM2.5) affects the overall survival of children with cancer in the United States.
The results indicated that children living in areas with higher PM2.5 levels, and even at levels below prior and current US Environmental Protection Agency standards, had lower survival rates than children living in areas with lower levels of PM2.5.
This finding emphasizes the need for stricter air quality standards to better protect children, particularly those with serious health conditions like childhood cancer.