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Semantic associative abilities and executive control functions predict novelty and appropriateness of idea generation
Authors: Wang Xueyang , Chen Qunlin , Zhuang Kaixiang , Zhang Jingyi , Cortes Robert A. , Holzman Daniel D. , Fan Li , Liu Cheng , Sun Jiangzhou , Li Xianrui , Li Yu , Feng Qiuyang , Chen Hong , Feng Tingyong , Lei Xu , He Qinghua , Green Adam E. , Qiu Jiang 
Published: June 2024

AbstractNovelty and appropriateness are two fundamental components of creativity. However, the way in which novelty and appropriateness are separated at behavioral and neural levels remains poorly understood. In the present study, we aim to distinguish behavioral and neural bases of novelty and appropriateness of creative idea generation. In alignment with two established theories of creative thinking, which respectively, emphasize semantic association and executive control, behavioral results indicate that novelty relies more on associative abilities, while appropriateness relies more on executive functions. Next, employing a connectome predictive modeling (CPM) approach in resting-state fMRI data, we define two functional network-based models—dominated by interactions within the default network and by interactions within the limbic network—that respectively, predict novelty and appropriateness (i.e., cross-brain prediction). Furthermore, the generalizability and specificity of the two functional connectivity patterns are verified in additional resting-state fMRI and task fMRI. Finally, the two functional connectivity patterns, respectively mediate the relationship between semantic association/executive control and novelty/appropriateness. These findings provide global and predictive distinctions between novelty and appropriateness in creative idea generation.
Seafood independence is within reach: a multi-scale assessment of seafood self-reliance in the United States
Authors: Oyikeke Tolulope Samuel , Advani Sahir , Stoll Joshua Scott 
Published: June 2024

AbstractAs a vital source of nutrition, cultural identity, and economic activity, seafood has become one of the most globally traded commodities worldwide. However, increased concerns about food security, coupled with the disruptive effects of climate change, contagious diseases, and geopolitical conflict, are bringing acute attention to the need for food system transformation at multiple scales. Here, we investigate the United States’ potential to achieve seafood “independence” and maximize health benefits to the nation by integrating production, utilization, yield, and consumption data across seven regions of the United States and nationally over 50 years (1970–2021). Although the United States is the second largest importer of seafood worldwide, findings from this study show that self-reliance at the national level is achievable, though the ability of different subregions to meet demand is variable. Achieving greater seafood independence would require shifts in consumer behavior, investments in infrastructure, and continual adaptation in the face of climate change.
Development and validation of the puppy blues scale measuring temporary affective disturbance resembling baby blues
Authors: Ståhl Aada , Salonen Milla , Hakanen Emma , Mikkola Salla , Sulkama Sini , Lahti Jari , Lohi Hannes 
Published: June 2024

AbstractIt has been described that many puppy owners experience a state called puppy blues involving stress, worry, anxiety, strain, frustration, or regret. While puppy blues is a commonly used term among dog owners, the term is nearly nonexistent in scientific literature. In turn, analogous phenomenon, postpartum affective disturbance of infant caregivers, is well described in the literature. This study aimed to develop and validate the first questionnaire to evaluate puppy blues. The methodology involved generating scale items based on a qualitative review of 135 pilot survey responses from people who had experienced distress during the puppy period, conducting exploratory factor analysis for the final scale items from a dataset of 1801 answers from Finnish dog owners (92% women), and collecting test-retest data from 265 individuals to assess the consistency of the measurement of items and factor structure across time. In addition, we collected an independent sample of 326 owners of 1–2-year-old dogs who answered the survey both regarding puppy period and current moment. The results indicate that the scale is a valid and reliable tool for measuring dog owners’ negative experiences and feelings related to puppyhood. We discovered three factors that describe different aspects of puppy blues: Frustration, Anxiety, and Weariness, which accounted for a significant proportion of the variance in puppy blues. The study demonstrated good internal consistency and consistency across two independent samples for the three identified factors. The test-retest reliability of the factors was good. Responses for the current timeframe compared to puppyhood experiences revealed significantly lower current scores across all factors for the current period, validating that the scale captures distress during puppyhood that diminishes over time. Interestingly, we found a fading affect bias where recollections of the experiences in the puppy period became more positive with time. Our findings shed light on the characteristics of puppy blues and provide a useful retrospective tool for measuring it.
Epidemic forecast follies
Authors: Krapivsky P. L. , Redner S. 
Published: June 2024

AbstractWe introduce a simple multiplicative model to describe the temporal behavior and the ultimate outcome of an epidemic. Our model accounts, in a minimalist way, for the competing influences of imposing public-health restrictions when the epidemic is severe, and relaxing restrictions when the epidemic is waning. Our primary results are that different instances of an epidemic with identical starting points have disparate outcomes and each epidemic temporal history is strongly fluctuating.
Changes in semantic memory structure support successful problem-solving and analogical transfer
Authors: Bieth Théophile , Kenett Yoed N. , Ovando-Tellez Marcela , Lopez-Persem Alizée , Lacaux Célia , Scuccimarra Marie , Maye Inès , Sénéchal Jade , Oudiette Delphine , Volle Emmanuelle 
Published: June 2024

AbstractCreative problem-solving is central in daily life, yet its underlying mechanisms remain elusive. Restructuring (i.e., reorganization of problem-related representations) is considered one problem-solving mechanism and may lead to an abstract problem-related representation facilitating the solving of analogous problems. Here, we used network science methodology to estimate participants’ semantic memory networks (SemNets) before and after attempting to solve a riddle. Restructuring was quantified as the difference in SemNets metrics between pre- and post-solving phases. Our results provide initial evidence that problem-related SemNets restructuring may be associated with the successful solving of the riddle and, subsequently, an analogous one. Solution-relevant concepts and semantically remote concepts became more strongly related in solvers. Only changes in semantically remote concepts were instrumental in actively solving the riddle while changes in solution-relevant concepts may reflect a pre-exposure to the solution.
An aryl-to-alkyl radical relay arylation reaction of a remote C(sp3)–H bond using 1,4-dicyanobenzene as an electrochemical redox-mediator
Authors: Yu Weijie , Zhang Hongjie , Shen Zhipeng , Yang Lingyun , Luo Jin , Li Wendong , Zhao Kuang , Li Xiaolong , Xu Jiale , Zhou Yuan , Wang Tao 
Published: June 2024

In this paper, we developed an electro-reductive aryl-to-alkyl radical relay arylation reaction of a remote C(sp3)–H bond via a 1,5-HAT process. This protocol features mild conditions, simple operation, and a broad substrate scope.
A scheduling framework for a multi‐agent active distribution network in presence of renewable energy sources
Authors: Hasan Husam , Karimi Shahram , Moradi Mohamad 
Published: June 2024

AbstractIn a multi‐agent active distribution network, each agent schedules its electrical network independently to increase its profit. The high penetration level of renewable energy sources such as wind and solar power, may disturb the electrical balance of supply and demand and cause overvoltage in the grid. This study presents a decentralized scheduling approach for managing energy and reactive power transactions between the agents considering their independence and privacy. Using the proposed framework, the agents can increase their profit by exchanging active and reactive power with their neighbours, while all the technical constraints such as the allowed voltage limit of the buses are satisfied. To prove the effectiveness of the suggested technique, a multi‐agent active distribution network including 11 independent agents is simulated with a high penetration of renewable energy. The simulation results illustrate the efficiency of the suggested approach from two technical and economic points of view.
Optimized dehazing algorithm based on dark channel prior with Gabor filter and multiscale minimum filter
Authors: Fu Feiran , Zhang Zelong , Geng Xuena , Xu Jing , Fang Ming 
Published: June 2024

AbstractTraditional dehazing algorithms have long been limited in their ability to remove fog effectively, especially in preserving details. This study proposes an improved dark channel prior dehazing algorithm designed to overcome the limitations of traditional algorithms by refining the transmission map and estimating atmospheric light intensity. The algorithm fully exploits the anti‐haze characteristics of the Gabor filter to extract multi‐directional texture features. By fusing these features to form a guidance map for guided filtering, it effectively reduces the blurring caused by guided filtering on the image edges, thereby producing a more accurate transmission map. Simultaneously, an enhanced atmospheric light successfully reduces interference from white objects in the image. The experiment phase utilized the publicly available RESIDE dataset for validation. The algorithm achieved a Peak Signal‐to‐Noise Ratio (PSNR) of 22.4 and a Structural Similarity Index (SSIM) of 0.88. These metrics indicate the algorithm's superior dehazing capabilities.
Calculation and forecasting of operational durability of reinforced concrete structures
Authors: Vanus Dahi Suleman , Zharikhin Anton Aleksandrovich 
Published: June 2024

Based on analytical and experimental data, the durability properties of reinforced concrete and reinforcement necessary for modeling degradation and calculating the durability of reinforced concrete elements under various types of corrosion damage are substantiated.
A probabilistic model has been developed for predicting and assessing the durability and reliability of reinforced concrete elements, taking into account the statistical variability of design parameters and the kinetics of degradation processes during long periods of operation. An analysis of the method for calculating and predicting the durability of reinforced concrete elements based on deterministic probabilistic models of degradation of structural elements operating under aggressive environmental influences has been carried out.
The necessary assessment of the stress-strain state of reinforced concrete structures under conditions of long-term operation in aggressive environments as a result of corrosion damage is given, and their residual life is studied, taking into account the reduction in the cross-sectional area of concrete and reinforcement
Evaluation of 4DryField® as an Adhesion Prophylaxis in Pediatric Patients: A Propensity-Score Matched Study
Authors: Klinke Michaela , Dietze Nina , Trautmann Tina , Jank Marietta , Martel Richard , Elrod Julia , Boettcher Michael 
Published: June 2024

Abstract
Introduction Abdominal adhesions following surgery can lead to complications like intestinal obstruction and pelvic pain. While no molecular therapies currently target the underlying adhesion formation process, various barrier agents exist. 4DryField® has shown promise in reducing bleeding and adhesions in adults. This study aimed to assess its effectiveness in children.
Methods The study examined all pediatric patients who underwent laparotomy between January 2018 and February 2022. It compared outcomes between those treated with 4DryField® and a control group. Key endpoints included surgical revision, adhesion recurrence, infections, insufficiencies, fever, C-reactive protein (CRP) levels, and time to gastrointestinal passage.
Results In total, 233 children had surgery for bowel adhesions. After propensity score matching, 82 patients were included in the analysis: 39 in the control and 43 in the 4DryField® group. 4DryField® did not affect the readhesion rate. Children in the treatment group had significantly more complications (47 vs. 15%, p = 0.002), more often fever, and higher CRP levels.
Conclusions 4DryField® did not show potential in reducing adhesion formation, but it was associated with significantly more complications in pediatric patients. Thus, future prospective studies are needed to evaluate the safety and effectiveness of 4DryField® in children.
The Role of Computed Tomography in the Diagnosis of Congenital Sensorineural Hearing Loss
Authors: Buschle Mauricio , Hamerschmidt Rogerio , Matias Jorge Eduardo Fouto , Zanini Otavio Pereira Lima , Coelho Luiz Otavio de Mattos , Polanski Jose Fernando 
Published: June 2024

Abstract
Introduction One of the paths in the investigation of congenital sensorineural hearing loss (CSNHL) is to try to characterize its etiology through the inner ear evaluation using high resolution computer tomography (CT) scans. With minor malformation, it is not always possible for a simple visual inspection to recognize if the structure in the inner ear is normal or not.
Objective To verify if measurements of the inner ear are predictive of sensorineural hearing loss (SNHL) and suggest cutoff points of size limits.
Methods Retrospective cross-sectional study of inner ear CT scan measurements of 214 patients, 50 with congenital SNHL (CSNHL) and 164 acquired SNHL (ASNHL) (control group).
Results In the CSNHL group, central bony island (CBI) were 0.48 mm smaller (p < 0.001), cochlear nerve aperture was (CNA) 0.10 mm smaller (p < 0.001), and cochlea height was (CH) 0.15 mm smaller (p < 0.001). Vestibular aqueduct (VA) and cochlea width (CW) were similar between groups (0.70 vs 0.72, p = 0.19, and 7.20 vs 7.15 p = 0.23). The predictive cutoff points for CSNHL were CBI = 3.6 mm, CAN = 1.4 mm, CH = 3.4 mm, CW = 7.0 mm, and VA = 0.9 mm.
Conclusion Congenital sensorineural hearing loss determined a decrease in CBI, opening of the cochlear nerve (OCN), and CW. Thus, these measures, at the cutoff points indicated, should make us aware of the diagnosis of congenital hearing loss.
Ewing Sarcoma of Kidney: A Rare Entity
Authors: Aithal A Vibha , K. Sajitha , Mathias Michelle 
Published: June 2024

AbstractPrimary renal origin of Ewing sarcoma/PNET (primitive neuroectodermal tumor) is a rare entity in the adult population and has an aggressive outcome. The entity was first coined by Arthur Purdy stout in 1918 and recognized under family of small round cell tumor. Radiologically it is difficult to distinguish from primary clear cell carcinoma of kidney from Ewing/PNET. Diagnosis of this requires histopathology, immunohistochemistry (IHC), and cytogenetics studies.A 40-year-old female presented with hematuria and radiology found a mass lower pole of left kidney with extension into renal hilum. Nephrectomy was done for the case and the histopathology diagnosis of small round cell tumor of left kidney was given. Followed by IHC, diagnosis of malignant round cell tumor was suggestive of Ewing sarcoma.Microscopy showed cells with small, round, hyperchromatic nuclei, scant cytoplasm, and inconspicuous nucleoli. Increased mitosis was noted (15/10 high power field). Multiple foci of pseudorosettes, areas of hemorrhage, and necrosis lymphovascular emboli were seen.IHC done outside showed NKX 2-2, synaptophysin positivity, CD99 diffuse membranous positivity, cytokeratin perinuclear dot like positivity, and negative for CD20, CD3, desmin, CD34, S100, and Pax8. Impression of malignant round cell tumor was suggestive of Ewing sarcoma.Ewing sarcoma is one of the rare yet highly aggressive tumors. This should be kept as differential diagnosis in young adults with renal mass, as on radiologically it cannot be differentiated from renal cell carcinoma. Diagnosis of Ewing sarcoma is done using histopathology, IHC, and cytogenetic study. Early diagnosis helps in initiation of surgery, chemotherapy, and radiotherapy and helps in increasing the survival rate.
Revisión de la prótesis trapeciometacarpiana del pulgar tipo rótula: Técnica quirúrgica y resultados de la trapeciectomía secundaria con reconstrucción ligamentosa
Authors: Salva-Coll Guillem , Terrades-Cladera Xavier 
Published: June 2024

Resumen
Objetivo Cuando se revisa una prótesis trapeciometacarpiana (TMC) fallida tipo rótula, en algunos casos puede ser necesario retirar el vástago metacarpiano. El propósito de este trabajo es presentar una nueva técnica quirúrgica para retirar el vástago metacarpiano y presentar los resultados de la trapeciectomía secundaria después de una prótesis TMC fallida tipo rótula.
Métodos Se llevó a cabo una revisión retrospectiva en una serie de casos de 12 pacientes que se sometieron a cirugía de revisión por una prótesis TMC fallida entre 2007 y 2019. Se registraron datos epidemiológicos y clínicos, incluyendo la escala visual analógica (VAS) y Quick DASH, y se analizaron estadísticamente mediante el software estadístico SPSS®.
Resultados En todos los casos se pudo retirar el vástago sin complicaciones. El tiempo promedio de supervivencia de la prótesis fue de 32.3 meses (rango 11.5-53.2) y el tiempo promedio de seguimiento después de la cirugía de revisión fue de 34.9 meses (rango 14.4-55.4). La media de la VAS fue de 4.0 (IC del 95%: 2.4-5.6) con un rango de 0 a 8. La media de Quick DASH fue de 52.1 (IC del 95%: 37.0-67.3).
Conclusiones La técnica quirúrgica presentada proporciona un recurso útil para retirar el vástago en caso de ser necesario. Los resultados de la trapeciectomía secundaria pueden no ser tan buenos como se esperaba.
Atherosclerosis-Like Spontaneous Middle Cerebral Artery Dissection
Authors: Wattanasen Yodkhwan , Komonchan Surasak 
Published: June 2024

AbstractThe standard of care for treating acute large vessel occlusion is endovascular therapy. The most frequent cause of occlusion is either embolic occlusion or in situ thrombotic occlusion. However, occlusion resulting from intracranial dissection is extremely rare, especially in the middle cerebral artery. Prior to a thrombectomy or endovascular therapy, understanding and interpreting the angiographic findings is crucial for planning the appropriate treatment and preventing complications.
Opioid-Associated Nervous System Injuries
Authors: Griffin Kim , Stitt Derek 
Published: June 2024

AbstractWith the rise of the opioid epidemic, the practicing neurologist must recognize the patterns of a growing number of opioid-associated neurological injuries. This is in addition to the classic toxidrome of miosis, altered mental status, and respiratory depression, which must never be overlooked, as it is reversible and potentially lifesaving. Several other idiosyncratic syndromes due to opioid-related nervous system insults are defined by their characteristic imaging findings and portend variable functional recovery. Opioid toxicity can not only lead to brain injury, but also spinal cord and, rarely, peripheral nerve injury. As several newer synthetic opioids are undetectable by most assays, a low threshold to suspect opioid exposure must be maintained.
Appraising the Conceptual and Lexical Retrieval in Persons with Fluent and Nonfluent Aphasia
Authors: Puttanna Deepak , Theresa Lorine Little , Swamy Akshaya 
Published: June 2024

Abstract
Objective Conceptual knowledge refers to understanding and interpreting concepts and their relationships. Lexical knowledge is the knowledge that can be expressed through words. It entails meaning of words and their relationships. Word retrieval impairments are the most radical deficits that restrict communicative functions for individuals with aphasia. The current study aimed to compare the conceptual and linguistic impairments associated with fluent and nonfluent persons with aphasia (PWAs).
Materials and Methods A total of 15 PWAs were recruited for the study, out of which, 8 were fluent aphasia and 7 were nonfluent aphasia. One picture-based conceptual task (picture comparison judgments) and one verb-based linguistic task (word comparison judgments) were used as the experimental paradigm.
Results and Conclusion The findings of the study showed no significant difference in the performance of conceptual and lexical retrieval abilities in both fluent and nonfluent aphasia. The current study highlights the fact that both conceptual and lexical retrieval impairments prevail in both fluent and nonfluent aphasia.
Diagnostic neutral beam injector for active spectroscopy of high beta plasmas
Authors: Stupishin N. , Belov V. , Brul A. , Davydenko V. , Deichuli P. , Kolmogorov A. , Kolmogorov V. , Oreshonok V. , Vakhrushev R. , Osin D. 
Published: June 2024

The advanced fast ion-dominated high beta plasma is achieved using multi-MW neutral heating beams. To facilitate the diagnostics of this fast ion-dominated plasma, a high-energy and high-current diagnostic neutral beam (DNB) injector was designed and built by the Budker Institute of Nuclear Physics. The DNB injector made active measurements of ion temperature and rotational velocity possible with the help of charge-exchange spectroscopy for impurity ions and, most importantly, for the main ion (deuterium) component. A DNB energy of 40 keV was chosen to assure low beam attenuation in the plasma and to enable spectroscopic measurements along the entire plasma column. The diameter (level 1/e) of the ballistically focused DNB in the plasma is about 8 cm. To achieve a high temporal resolution, unique methods of beam modulation with a frequency of up to 10 kHz were implemented. The achieved high DNB current of 8 A in atomic hydrogen in combination with the beam modulation enables to obtain an acceptable signal-to-noise ratio of the measured spectra.
Session 6. Oral Presentation for: Case study using APDMS and RPEMS for SAWL pipes and benefits for offshore pipelay
Authors: Kathayat T. S. 
Published: June 2024

Presented on Tuesday 21 May: Session 6 This paper reviews an Automatic Pipe Dimension Measurement System (APDMS) and a Robotic Pipe End Measurement System (RPEMS) which can measure 19 and 9 parameters with the help of 72 and 6 measurement sensors respectively. APDMS and RPEMS are integrated into one optical measurement system, using laser triangulation, coupled with Systems, Applications and Products in Data Processing (SAP) integration and its own calibration modulus which provides an accurate solution to all pipe measurements. Two longitudinal submerged arc welded offshore projects were executed for an offshore pipe lay with close dimensional tolerances measured using the APDMS for one project and RPEMS for the other project. The radii data, assessed from the newly calculated common centre of all cross-sectional data, was used to line up the two adjacent pipes in a faster and more accurate way. By knowing the shape of the pipe ends based on this radii data, the best relative rotation of these two pipes can be determined and any misalignment will be verified and will stay within the requirements. The extensive database available for each pipe helped to match the line pipes with similar or close out-of-roundness at pipe ends resulting in good fitment of the pipes and ultimately quality welds, together with more pipe joints per day, resulting in a faster completion of the project. This paper shows the significance of using both systems. To access the Oral Presentation click the link on the right. To read the full paper click here