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Rigidity of Volterra-type integral operators on Hardy spaces of the unit ball
Authors: Miihkinen Santeri , Pau Jordi , Perälä Antti , Wang Maofa 
Published: July 2024

AbstractWe establish that the Volterra-type integral operator $$J_b$$

J
b

on the Hardy spaces $$H^p$$

H
p

of the unit ball $${\mathbb {B}}^n$$

B

n

exhibits a rather strong rigid behavior. More precisely, we show that the compactness, strict singularity and $$\ell ^p$$

ℓ
p

-singularity of $$J_b$$

J
b

are equivalent on $$H^p$$

H
p

for any $$1 \le p < \infty $$

1
≤
p
<
∞

. Moreover, we show that the operator $$J_b$$

J
b

acting on $$H^p$$

H
p

cannot fix an isomorphic copy of $$\ell ^2$$

ℓ
2

when $$p \ne 2.$$

p
≠
2
.
National assessment of regional sustainability across the United States
Authors: Chapman Eric , Carter Maddison , Harvey Jada , Hatch Ashley , Lucero Clara , Rogers Lauren 
Published: July 2024

AbstractIndustrial agriculture, climate change, biodiversity loss, global conflict, and increasing inequality undermine the life-supporting services provided by our planet. Recently, the global community has started developing frameworks aimed at averting a climate catastrophe. Global agreements are undoubtedly instrumental in providing humanity with a roadmap for sustainable transformation, but policies to affect national and regional change are needed. Here, we argue that regional sustainable transformation is an actionable way to work toward global sustainability. We used the Doughnut Model (DM) and compiled a database of 8 ecological ceiling metrics and 12 social foundation metrics to assess regional sustainability across 32 metro areas and 180 counties in the United States representing roughly 35% of the US population. Using targeted keywords, we reviewed county-level websites to assess to what extent urban and rural counties collaborate on regional sustainable transformation. Finally, we provide two case studies of regional sustainable transformation across urban and rural regions. We found that generally urban areas had lower social foundation deficits (6 of 12 metrics) and higher ecological ceiling overshoot (3 of 8 metrics) compared to rural areas. We also found low levels (16 out of 180 counties) of cross county collaboration between urban and rural counties for sustainability transformation. Disparities across and between urban and rural areas highlight the potential for cross county collaborative programming to increase regional sustainability. We end with a call for increased collaboration between private and public sectors focused on sustainable transformation and increased cross-county collaboration between urban and rural areas.
Extending the shelf-life of refrigerated chicken fillets by using polymeric coating layer composed of ginger Zingiber officinale essential oil loaded-chitosan nanoparticles
Authors: Musalem Safa , Hamdy Mounir Mahmoud , Mashaly Mohamed Mahmoud , Kamoun Elbadawy A. , Malak Nermeen Makram Louis 
Published: July 2024

AbstractThis study aims to evaluate the effect of coating chicken fillets with chitosan nanoparticles (CHN) loaded with ginger (Zingiber officinale) essential oil (GEO) on sensory characteristics, microbiological safety, and deterioration criteria; refrigerated at 4 °C. Furthermore, to determine whether different coatings could increase the storage period of chilled chicken fillets. Consequently, about 6 kg of chicken fillet were equally distributed into six groups. The first group being control (C), the second and third groups being ginger essential oil 0.5% (GEO 0.5%) and 1% (GEO 1%), the fourth group being chitosan nanoparticles alone (NCH 1%), the fifth and sixth groups were chitosan nanoparticles loaded with ginger essential oil 0.5% (NCHGO 0.5%), and 1% (NCHGO 1%). All groups were examined on the initial day of treatment (0-day) and every 4 days until the visible deterioration process appeared in each group. Results revealed that, coating chicken fillet with chitosan nanoparticles and ginger essential oil (NCHGO 1%) produced a powerful synergetic effect during refrigerated storage, as it could significantly inhibit microbial growth, decrease the rate of fat and protein deterioration, and improve sensory attributes. Interestingly, coated chicken fillet in refrigerator could last 28 days instead of 4 days. Ginger loaded-chitosan nanoparticles were employed to produce edible coatings as an efficient natural preservative and flavoring agent in poultry processing.
Regional variation in access to and quality of acute stroke care: results of Germany’s Health System Performance Assessment pilot, 2014–2020
Authors: Hengel P. , Nimptsch U. , Blümel M. , Achstetter K. , Busse R. 
Published: July 2024

Abstract
Background
Health System Performance Assessments (HSPA) and analyses of unwarranted regional variation in health care both aim at identifying strengths and weaknesses of health systems to improve care. Applying HSPA’s conceptual approach of interrelated health system dimensions (e.g., access, quality) to regional levels might help to better understand variation in care to reduce inequity and improve performance.

Methods
We use four indicators identified and analysed in a pilot study for a German HSPA to assess variation in access to and quality of acute stroke care between Germany’s 16 federal states and urban vs. rural regions from 2014 to 2020. Stroke unit (SU) density, share of the population reaching a SU within 30 min by car, share of inpatient stroke cases treated in a hospital with a SU, and inpatient mortality were computed based on hospital quality reports and discharge data covering all acute care hospitals. Inpatient mortality was adjusted for age, sex, stroke type, and comorbidities.

Results
About 500 SU were identified, i.e., 2.0 per 1,000 inpatient stroke cases. Almost 95% of Germans could reach a SU hospital within 30 min (rural: 90%; urban: 99%; > 88% in all states but one). The share of inpatient stroke cases treated in a SU hospital increased to 93% with a decreasing span between rural (92%) and urban (95%) regions and between states (74–98%). Inpatient mortality stagnated around 8.5% and increased to 9.0% in 2020 (rural: 8.7%; urban: 9.2%; states: 7.0–9.7%, one outlier of 13.3%).

Conclusions
The results especially revealed varying performance patterns in access to and quality of acute stroke care between the federal states, indicating different areas for improvement which might be addressed by more targeted policy measures in the future.
Land development and planning laws in ghana: the historical perspective
Authors: Zakaria Yakubu A. , Akolgo-Azupogo Helen , Soale Joseph 
Published: July 2024

AbstractThis article examines Ghana's land development and planning laws from a historical perspective. The methodology involves a documentary study of historical records to explore the evolution of these laws, spanning from the colonial period to the present. Through this approach it sheds light on significant milestones such as the 1988 local government changes, the land use decree's implementation by military juntas, and the identified deficiencies in the decree pertaining to physical planning. The expositions from this study show that Ghana has over the years adopted many land development and planning laws, that there is a visible demand for land among people and a desire by developers to use their land. The topic of planning is thus a significant area for stakeholders in Ghana. The study, therefore, recommends that, given the fact that land development and planning laws are here to stay, and that people are the primary drivers of social change, these laws should respect the culture and norms of the people, and should as well always incorporate active public engagement for stakeholders to feel a sense of ownership and belongingness in the entire process.
A novel experimental method for determination of forming limits with generalized non-planar stress state using hydro-assisted incremental forming
Authors: Fatemi Afshin , Mollaei Dariani Bijan 
Published: July 2024

AbstractSeveral studies have explored analytically predicting forming limits in processes like hydroforming and incremental forming, yet there’s a lack of discussion on effective experimental methods. This paper introduces hydro-assisted incremental forming (HAIF) as a hybrid technique combining incremental forming and hydromechanical deep drawing, resulting in improved formability through simultaneous application of normal and through-thickness stresses. A novel test method is devised based on this process, and forming limits are assessed through both experimental and finite element approaches. The authors' earlier analytical forming limit predictions are scrutinized using experimental tests and simulations, revealing a good match. The study reaffirms that the application of normal and through-thickness stresses enhances formability across various strain paths, especially in plane strain mode.
Content annotation in images from outdoor construction jobsites using YOLO V8 and Swin transformer
Authors: Farahat Layan , Rezazadeh Azar Ehsan 
Published: July 2024

AbstractDigital visual data, such as images and videos, are valuable sources of information for various construction engineering and management purposes. Advances in low-cost image-capturing and storing technologies, along with the emergence of artificial intelligence methods have resulted in a considerable increase in using digital imaging in construction sites. Despite these advances, these rich data sources are not typically used to their full potential because they are processed and documented subjectively, and several valuable contents could be overlooked. Semantic content analysis and annotation of the images could enhance retrieval and application of the relevant instances in large databases. This research proposes an ensemble approach to use deep learning-based object recognition, pixel-level segmentation, and text classification for medium-level (ongoing activities) and high-level (project type) annotation of still images from various outdoor construction scenes. The proposed method can annotate images with and without construction actors, i.e. equipment and workers. The experimental results have shown the potential of this approach in annotating construction activities with an 82% overall recall rate.
Assessing the level of river basin evolution, erosion susceptibility and its correlation with morphometric characteristics using Geoinformatics techniques
Authors: Yammani Srinivasa Rao , Nagabathula Sunanda 
Published: July 2024

AbstractThe application of Geoinformatics have become fastest and improved advanced tools to analyse and interpret the topography and hydrological characteristics. This study aimed to utilize the advantage of high resolution (30 m) remote sensing data of Shuttle Radar Topography Mission (SRTM) and the geoinformatic tools of Quantum Geographical Information System (QGIS) for extraction of detailed and accurate drainage morphometry and elevation information in preparation of hypsometric curves. Making use of QGIS, the SRTM data and topographic maps are georeferenced and pre-processed algorithm tools of stream burning and fill-DEM are applied for DEM preparation and extraction of accurate drainage network and its basin areas. From the DEM map, the details of elevation and area of basins are extracted for preparation of hypsometric curves. Hypsometric curves are analyzed to interpret and understand the heterogeneity in the levels of basin evolution/development and erosion at 4th order sub-basin level. The concave hypsometric curves of main basin and sub-basins indicate that total basin as well as sub-basins reached the old/monadnock stage due to the dominance of fluvial process. Based on the hypsometric area/integral (Ea) and Concavity of hypsometric curve values (Eh), five classes/stages of basin development and erosion levels are identified within the old/monadnock stage. The Ea values range from 0.10 to 0.35 and Eh range from 0.25 to 0.77 in this study area. Initial old/monadnock stage of basins have Ea values > 0.28 and Eh values < 0.4 indicating low levels of erosion among the sub-basins. Low hypsometric area/integral value (Ea) indicates the higher level of landmass removal by erosion and basin development. The oldest stage basins are identified with Ea values range from 0.10 to 0.15 and Eh values range from 0.61 to 0.77 indicating higher level of landmass removal/erosion. The lithological variation plays a significant role on hypsometry of the basins. The high hypsometric integral (Ea) values (i.e., 0.28 to 0.35) of 1,2 and 3 sub-basins indicating the early/ initial level of old stage in its’ basin development, since the resistant basalt formation is sandwiched between sandstones prevented deep erosion and depicting less dissected topography. The hypsometric integral has positive correlation with form factor and negative correlation with drainage morphometric characteristics. It indicates that the level of basin evolution increases as the form factor decreases but number of streams, length of streams, mean bifurcation ratio, relief, relief ratio and ruggedness ratio increases. This study is highly useful to understand the relation among morphometric characteristics, basin development and erosion levels through the analysis of hypsometric curves making use of Geoinformatic techniques.
Advancements in the design and optimization of plasmonic bandpass filters for enhanced optical communication systems: a comprehensive review
Authors: Dashti Mohammadreza , Emami Farzin , Zohoori Soorena 
Published: July 2024

AbstractThe rapid evolution and complexity of optical communication systems demand continuous advancements in key components, particularly bandpass filters, to ensure efficient signal transmission and reception. Plasmonic bandpass filters, leveraging surface plasmon polaritons (SPPs), exhibit great potential in achieving precise spectral filtering and compact integration. In this comprehensive review, we explore recent strides in plasmonic bandpass filter design and optimization, emphasizing their crucial role in enhancing optical communication systems. Relevant databases such as Scopus, Web of Science, and Google Scholar were utilized to gather and analyze pertinent research articles. The inherent properties of plasmonic materials, facilitating subwavelength-scale light manipulation, make plasmonic bandpass filters attractive for optical communication applications. Control over transmission and rejection bands is vital for optimizing optical channels and minimizing crosstalk in networks. However, challenges such as material losses, fabrication complexity, and integration constraints persist. The review encompasses in-depth discussions on material choices, geometric design strategies, and optimization techniques in plasmonic filter design. Advancements in fabrication methods, including nanolithography and chemical synthesis, have significantly refined filter production. The emergence of machine learning-assisted design and nonlinear plasmonic effects showcases exciting future prospects. In conclusion, while challenges remain, the future of plasmonic bandpass filters is promising. Emerging trends such as nanophotonic integration, active tunability, and metasurface-based designs are reshaping the landscape. Overcoming current obstacles will propel plasmonic bandpass filters toward a future where they play a pivotal role in enabling high-capacity and adaptable optical communication systems.
Prostaglandin A3 regulates the colony development of Odontotermes formosanus by reducing worker proportion
Authors: Zhou Qihuan , Yu Ting , Li Wuhan , Nasser Raghda , Chidwala Nooney , Mo Jianchu 
Published: July 2024

Abstract
Subterranean termites cause significant economic losses worldwide due to their destruction of agricultural and forest plants. In the past, soil termiticides were commonly used to control subterranean termites because they were effective and affordable. However, due to growing environmental concerns, these harmful substances have become less popular as they cause damage to non-target organisms and lead to environmental contamination. Baits crafted from plants and other easily metabolized compounds serve as excellent alternatives. In this study, we gathered branches from the promising plant, Magnolia grandiflora L. (MGL), along with branches from five other tree species that are potential food for termites. These branches were used as food to observe the population growth of Odontotermes formosanus. Additionally, a mix of branches from all six species was used to feed the control group (MIX). The study results showed that MGL nutrition significantly inhibited worker development, resulting in a significantly lower worker-to-soldier ratio (WSR). Furthermore, LC‒MS/MS analysis revealed that the level of prostaglandin A3 (PGA3) in workers significantly increased when they were under MGL nutrition. Additionally, ICP-MS analysis indicated a significant increase in calcium concentrations in the branches of MGL and combs under MGL nutrition. Moreover, there was a significant increase in peroxidase (POD) activity in workers under MGL nutrition. These findings suggest that the inhibitory effect of MGL nutrition on worker development may be due to excessive PGA3 synthesis, as Ca2+ and POD are involved in the synthesis process of PGs in insects. Subsequent verification experiments strongly support this hypothesis, as the WSR of colonies fed PGA3-added MIX was significantly lower than that of the MIX alone. This study introduces a new concept for developing environmentally friendly biological control methods for O. formosanus and sheds light on the potential role of PGs in termite development.
Immune thrombocytopenia (ITP): historical perspectives, pathophysiology, and treatment advances
Authors: Tungjitviboonkun Songphol , Bumrungratanayos Naharuthai 
Published: July 2024

AbstractImmune thrombocytopenia (ITP) is a hematologic disorder characterized by a low platelet count, leading to an increased risk of bleeding. This review provides an overview of the historical milestones, pathophysiology, and treatment advances in ITP. Historical perspectives trace back to Avicenna's description in the eleventh century to pivotal Harrington-Hollingsworth experiment in 1950, laid the groundwork for understanding the immune-mediated platelet destruction intrinsic to ITP. Subsequent developments in investigation techniques, such as platelet-survival studies and antibody assays, contributed to diagnostic advancements. Treatment modalities have evolved significantly from the traditional approach of splenectomy to the use of corticosteroids, immunosuppressants, and novel targeted therapies. The efficacy and safety profiles of these treatments have been refined through clinical trials and consensus guidelines. Ongoing research continues to unravel the genetic and molecular underpinnings of ITP, offering insights into disease mechanisms and potential therapeutic targets. Emerging therapies, including immunomodulatory agents, hold promise for improving outcomes and quality of life for patients with ITP. In conclusion, this review provides a synthesis of historical insights, pathophysiological mechanisms, and treatment strategies in ITP. By elucidating the complex interplay between immune dysregulation and platelet destruction, this knowledge serves as a foundation for advancing the diagnosis, management, and future therapeutic innovations in ITP.
The molecular mechanisms of Abyssinone-I protect against Alzheimer’s disease: an in-silico study
Authors: Nguyen Hai Duc 
Published: July 2024

AbstractThere is limited available information regarding the biological activity of Abyssinone-I, apart from its recognized antioxidant and cytotoxic properties. So, we aimed to evaluate the molecular processes underlying the promising effect of Abyssinone-I on Alzheimer’s disease (AD). The Swiss Target Predictor, GeneCard, GeneMania, Metascape, SwissADME, Cytoscape, the Panther classification system, MIENTURNET, WebGestalt, PASS online, Autodock Vina, and molecular dynamic simulation were the main methods for this analysis. Abyssinone-I exhibits antioxidative, anti-inflammatory, and MAO inhibitory activities and maintains membrane integrity. These properties may target 79 proteins, four miRNAs (hsa-miR-128-3p, hsa-miR-124-3p, hsa-miR-16-5p, and hsa-miR-335-5p), three transcription factors (PPARG, MEF2B, and MYBL2), and two chromosomes (chr9q22.2, chr12q24.12). Key pathways affected include the amyloid-beta response, protein autophosphorylation, and dopamine metabolism. Among these, five hub targets (PPARG, mTOR, EGFR, ESR1, and MAPK1) were highlighted for their significant roles in AD pathogenesis. Despite its promising properties, abyssinone-I has low bioavailability and may interact with other drugs. Future in vivo and in vitro studies are necessary to validate these findings and optimize therapeutic usage. This study provides a foundation for Abyssinone-I as a potential AD treatment, pending further experimental confirmation.
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Identifying determinants of waste management access in Nouakchott, Mauritania: a logistic regression model
Authors: Ebnou Abdem Seyid Abdellahi , Azmi Rida , Diop El Bachir , Adraoui Meriem , Chenal Jérôme 
Published: July 2024

Abstract
Access to waste management services is crucial for urban sustainability, impacting public health, environmental well-being, and overall quality of life. This study employs logistic regression analysis on survey data collected from 1,032 household heads residing in Nouakchott, the capital of Mauritania. The survey investigated key household factors that determine access to waste management services. The findings reveal a significant interplay among waste service provision, the presence of cisterns, housing type and size, and access to electricity. Socioeconomic disparity in service access, with poorer housing formats like shacks receiving substandard services. In contrast, areas with robust electrification report better service access, although inconsistencies remain amid power outages. The research highlights the challenges faced by Riyadh municipality, particularly rapid growth and inadequate infrastructure, which hinder waste management efficiency. Overall, the results not only illuminate Nouakchott’s unique challenges in service provision but also propose actionable recommendations for a sustainable urban future. These recommendations aim to inform and guide targeted policies for improving living conditions and environmental sustainability in urban Mauritania.