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Digital Revolution and Job Quality of Lower Class Workers: Quasi‐experimental Evidence from the Broadband China Program
Authors: Wang Xiumei , Jiang Ye , Yi Famin 
Published: May 2024

AbstractThis study examines the impact of the digital revolution on the job quality of workers with a specific focus on those at the lowest end of the spectrum in China's domestic labor market. Leveraging exogenous timing variations that result from the implementation of the Broadband China Program across different cities, it provides quasi‐experimental evidence concerning the effects of the digital revolution on the job quality of lower class workers, particularly rural–urban migrant workers. Using data from China Migrants Dynamic Survey, this study reveals that migrants' comprehensive job quality index increased by 0.0138 (5.33 percent), and its component indices experienced positive effects after the Broadband China Program was implemented. This study also investigates heterogeneous policy treatment effects among workers with diverse demographic and occupational characteristics. Underlying mechanisms are considered, including positive macroeconomic shocks, increased social interactions, and Internet use. In particular, migrants' attitudes toward local settlement became more positive, suggesting that the positive effects of the digital revolution on livelihood lasted for some time. Taking China as an example, this study contributes valuable empirical evidence of how the digital revolution can affect lower class workers' employment or living conditions in a developing country. Related policy implications are also considered.
Evaluation of the Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder Hub Australia website
Authors: Cheung Melissa Mei Yin , Jones Heather , Eastwell Natalie , Zhang Tina , Harford Kate , Bower Carol , Elliott Elizabeth J. 
Published: May 2024

AbstractIntroductionTo evaluate use and utility of the Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) Hub Australia website.MethodsOnline REDCap user survey incorporating the Website Evaluation Questionnaire, open ended questions, Google metrics data and an accessibility audit.ResultsSeventy‐six participants: researchers (32%), health professionals (29%) and policymakers/advocates (16%) completed the survey. Most were from Australia (95%) and were likely or very likely to recommend the FASD Hub to colleagues (92%), friends (74%) and patients (72%). The mean Website Evaluation Questionnaire score was at least 3.45/5 for all dimensions (ease of use, hyperlinks, structure, relevance, comprehension, completeness, layout, search option); range 3.45 (search option) to 4.04 (relevance). Participants found the content trustworthy (92%) but wanted more information for, and to support, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and improved search capacity. Google metrics identified 25,534 unique users over 6 months (82% new users); 83% aged 18–44 years, 72% female and 35% international.ConclusionsUsers found the FASD Hub accessible, authoritative and useful and suggested improvements.
Global modified Delphi consensus on diagnosis, phenotypes, and treatment of SCN8A‐related epilepsy and/or neurodevelopmental disorders
Authors: Conecker Gabrielle , Xia Maya Y. , Hecker JayEtta , Achkar Christelle , Cukiert Cristine , Devries Seth , Donner Elizabeth , Fitzgerald Mark P. , Gardella Elena , Hammer Michael , Hegde Anaita , Hu Chunhui , Kato Mitsuhiro , Luo Tian , Schreiber John M. , Wang Yi , Kooistra Tammy , Oudin Madeleine , Waldrop Kayla , Youngquist J. Tyler , Zhang Dennis , Wirrell Elaine , Perry M. Scott 
Published: May 2024

AbstractObjectiveWe aimed to develop consensus for diagnosis/management of SCN8A‐related disorders. Utilizing a modified Delphi process, a global cohort of experienced clinicians and caregivers provided input on diagnosis, phenotypes, treatment, and management of SCN8A‐related disorders.MethodsA Core Panel (13 clinicians, one researcher, six caregivers), divided into three subgroups (diagnosis/phenotypes, treatment, comorbidities/prognosis), performed a literature review and developed questions for the modified Delphi process. Twenty‐eight expert clinicians, one researcher, and 13 caregivers from 16 countries participated in the subsequent three survey rounds. We defined consensus as follows: strong consensus, ≥80% fully agree; moderate consensus, ≥80% fully/partially agree, <10% disagree; and modest consensus, 67%–79% fully/partially agree, <10% disagree.ResultsEarly diagnosis is important for long‐term clinical outcomes in SCN8A‐related disorders. There are five phenotypes: three with early seizure onset (severe developmental and epileptic encephalopathy [DEE], mild/moderate DEE, self‐limited (familial) infantile epilepsy [SeL(F)IE]) and two with later/no seizure onset (neurodevelopmental delay with generalized epilepsy [NDDwGE], NDD without epilepsy [NDDwoE]). Caregivers represented six patients with severe DEE, five mild/moderate DEE, one NDDwGE, and one NDDwoE. Phenotypes vary by age at seizures/developmental delay onset, seizure type, electroencephalographic/magnetic resonance imaging findings, and first‐line treatment. Gain of function (GOF) versus loss of function (LOF) is valuable for informing treatment. Sodium channel blockers are optimal first‐line treatment for GOF, severe DEE, mild/moderate DEE, and SeL(F)IE; levetiracetam is relatively contraindicated in GOF patients. First‐line treatment for NDDwGE is valproate, ethosuximide, or lamotrigine; sodium channel blockers are relatively contraindicated in LOF patients.SignificanceThis is the first‐ever global consensus for the diagnosis and treatment of SCN8A‐related disorders. This consensus will reduce knowledge gaps in disease recognition and inform preferred treatment across this heterogeneous disorder. Consensus of this type allows more clinicians to provide evidence‐based care and empowers SCN8A families to advocate for their children.
Focal cooling: An alternative treatment for drug‐resistant epilepsy in a mesial temporal lobe epilepsy primate model—A preliminary study
Authors: Torres Napoleon , de Montalivet Etienne , Borntrager Quentin , Benahmed Selimen , Legrain Antoine , Adesso Eleonora , Aubert Nicolas , Sauter‐Starace Fabien , Costecalde Thomas , Martel Felix , Ratel David , Gaude Christophe , Auboiroux Vincent , Piallat Brigitte , Aksenova Tetiana , Molet Jenny , Chabardes Stephan 
Published: May 2024

AbstractObjectiveFocal cooling is emerging as a relevant therapy for drug‐resistant epilepsy (DRE). However, we lack data on its effectiveness in controlling seizures that originate in deep‐seated areas like the hippocampus. We present a thermoelectric solution for focal brain cooling that specifically targets these brain structures.MethodsA prototype implantable device was developed, including temperature sensors and a cannula for penicillin injection to create an epileptogenic zone (EZ) near the cooling tip in a non‐human primate model of epilepsy. The mesial temporal lobe was targeted with repeated penicillin injections into the hippocampus. Signals were recorded from an sEEG (Stereoelectroencephalography) lead placed 2 mm from the EZ. Once the number of seizures had stabilized, focal cooling was applied, and temperature and electroclinical events were monitored using a customized detection algorithm. Tests were performed on two Macaca fascicularis monkeys at three temperatures.ResultsHippocampal seizures were observed 40–120 min post‐injection, their duration and frequency stabilized at around 120 min. Compared to the control condition, a reduction in the number of hippocampal seizures was observed with cooling to 21°C (Control: 4.34 seizures, SD 1.704 per 20 min vs Cooling to 21°C: 1.38 seizures, SD 1.004 per 20 min). The effect was more pronounced with cooling to 17°C, resulting in an almost 80% reduction in seizure frequency. Seizure duration and number of interictal discharges were unchanged following focal cooling. After several months of repeated penicillin injections, hippocampal sclerosis was observed, similar to that recorded in humans. In addition, seizures were identified by detecting temperature variations of 0.3°C in the EZ correlated with the start of the seizures.SignificanceIn epilepsy therapy, the ultimate aim is total seizure control with minimal side effects. Focal cooling of the EZ could offer an alternative to surgery and to existing neuromodulation devices.
Multi‐label logo recognition and retrieval based on weighted fusion of neural features
Authors: Bernabeu Marisa , Gallego Antonio Javier , Pertusa Antonio 
Published: May 2024

AbstractClassifying logo images is a challenging task as they contain elements such as text or shapes that can represent anything from known objects to abstract shapes. While the current state of the art for logo classification addresses the problem as a multi‐class task focusing on a single characteristic, logos can have several simultaneous labels, such as different colours. This work proposes a method that allows visually similar logos to be classified and searched from a set of data according to their shape, colour, commercial sector, semantics, general characteristics, or a combination of features selected by the user. Unlike previous approaches, the proposal employs a series of multi‐label deep neural networks specialized in specific attributes and combines the obtained features to perform the similarity search. To delve into the classification system, different existing logo topologies are compared and some of their problems are analysed, such as the incomplete labelling that trademark registration databases usually contain. The proposal is evaluated considering 76,000 logos (seven times more than previous approaches) from the European Union Trademarks dataset, which is organized hierarchically using the Vienna ontology. Overall, experimentation attains reliable quantitative and qualitative results, reducing the normalized average rank error of the state‐of‐the‐art from 0.040 to 0.018 for the Trademark Image Retrieval task. Finally, given that the semantics of logos can often be subjective, graphic design students and professionals were surveyed. Results show that the proposed methodology provides better labelling than a human expert operator, improving the label ranking average precision from 0.53 to 0.68.
Depredation: An old conflict with the sea
Authors: Drymon James Marcus , Jargowsky Amanda E. , Prasky Evan G. , Camp Edward V. , Oliphant Ashley , Powers Sean P. , Scyphers Steven B. 
Published: May 2024

AbstractDepredation (the partial or complete removal of a hooked species by a non‐target species) is a human–wildlife conflict as old as humans and the sea. In some ways, depredation is no different today than it was a century ago. But in many ways, this conflict has become more complicated. Following three decades of successful management, some US shark populations have begun to rebuild. However, many anglers attribute perceived increases in shark depredation to management measures, claiming they have led to ‘overpopulation’ of sharks and/or learned behaviour by sharks. We investigated whether these factors could explain the reported increases in depredation. Based on fishery‐independent surveys, neither shark population increases nor learned behaviour by sharks is evident. However, increases in angler effort provide an alternative explanation that is not often considered. While far from a smoking gun, at least four themes emerge from this thought exercise. First, it is important to understand historical predator baselines. Second, it is important to acknowledge lifting baselines, that is, instances where previously depleted populations are recovering. Third, it is important to remember that there are many instances when stakeholder observations were initially misaligned with traditional scientific observations but were ultimately recognized as pivotal for filling data gaps. Finally, and perhaps most important, is the acknowledgement that perceived conflict is as potent as real conflict. Arguably, it may not matter if depredation has increased or decreased; the overwhelming perception from stakeholders is an increase in depredation, and this is the perceived (or real) conflict that must be addressed.
Structure–polaronic conductivity relationship in vanadate–phosphate glasses
Authors: Razum Marta , Pavić Luka , Pajić Damir , Pisk Jana , Mošner Petr , Koudelka Ladislav , Šantić Ana 
Published: May 2024

AbstractThis work provides new insights into the nature of the polaronic transport in xV2O5–(100−x)P2O5, 41 ≤ x ≤ 89 mol% glasses from analysis of their conductivity over a wide range of frequencies and temperatures, and correlation of the electrical parameters to the structural models of these materials. The results show that the linear increase in direct current (DC) conductivity with the increase in V2O5 could be related to the formation of a vanadate subnetwork, which is characterized by a length distribution of V–O bonds and variations in linkages between different vanadate units. Such a structurally complex network offers multiple conduction pathways which are favorable for polaron hopping. The Summerfield scaling of conductivity spectra reveals a temperature‐invariant mechanism of polaron transport for all glasses and the same local structural environment of polarons at higher V2O5 contents due to the same ratio of vanadate units present in the network. Also, this study highlights the similarities and differences in the nature of the polaronic transport of vanadate–phosphate glasses and other polaronically conducting phosphate glasses containing WO3, MoO3, and Fe2O3, and pins down a pivotal role of the glass structure in electrical processes in these materials.
Sharenting: A systematic review of the empirical literature
Authors: Tosuntaş Şule Betül , Griffiths Mark D. 
Published: May 2024

AbstractSharenting, the practice of parents publicly sharing information about their children on social media, has become increasingly prevalent in recent years. The purpose of this study was to conduct a systematic literature review in order to evaluate existing publications that have empirically investigated the sharenting phenomenon and conceptualized its characteristics and possible consequences. Following Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta‐Analysis guidelines, 61 studies were reviewed. Based on the point of view and focus of the studies, six themes emerged: characteristics of sharenting, children's privacy, professional sharenting, children's perspectives, factors affecting sharenting, and social media dilemmas. The review highlights the growing prevalence of sharenting and provides a comprehensive overview of the empirical investigations and conceptualizations of the phenomenon. The findings have implications for parents, professionals, and policymakers, and opportunities for future research to further understand the complex and multifaceted nature of sharenting.
Toward a globally inclusive knowledge base on adolescent development: A charge to the Majority World and a plea for epistemic and paradigmatic pluralism
Authors: Marfo Kofi 
Published: May 2024

AbstractOngoing internal dialog on the limitations of Euro‐American developmental science has opened up space to explore how best to work toward a knowledge base that is adequately representative of the values, cultures, epistemic traditions, and lived experiences of peoples, nations, and regions around the world. So far, recommendations for the advancement of a global developmental science have focused preponderantly on (1) methodological considerations and (2) an architecture to support cross‐disciplinary international collaborative inquiry and/or enhance research capacity building for Majority World scholars and institutions. In this commentary, instead of focusing on specific contributions to the Special Issue, I make a case for an explicit commitment to field‐building within Majority World contexts as the primary gap‐closing path toward the cultivation of a global developmental science knowledge base. I begin with a worldwide population analysis to demonstrate the magnitude of geopolitical, eco‐cultural, and epistemic imbalances inherent in the shaping of Euro‐American developmental science. In tandem with the Special Issue's central theme, I draw on scholarship from the fields of history, sociology, and political economy to link decolonial theory to the advancement of a global developmental science. Finally, I explore ways in which exemplary research establishments already engaged in prolific inquiry and research training may be ideal candidates to support field‐building and help to advance multidisciplinary inquiry within an ethos of epistemic and methodological pluralism.
Circadian light/dark cycle reversal exacerbates the progression of chronic kidney disease in mice
Authors: Zhang Jiayang , Qiu Lejia , Liu Zhaiyi , Liu Jiaxin , Yu Bo , Liu Chengcheng , Ren Baoyin , Zhang Jiaqi , Li Shuyao , Guan Youfei , Zheng Feng , Yang Guangrui , Chen Lihong 
Published: May 2024

AbstractCircadian disruption such as shift work, jet lag, has gradually become a global health issue and is closely associated with various metabolic disorders. The influence and mechanism of circadian disruption on renal injury in chronic kidney disease (CKD) remains inadequately understood. Here, we evaluated the impact of environmental light disruption on the progression of chronic renal injury in CKD mice. By using two abnormal light exposure models to induce circadian disruption, we found that circadian disruption induced by weekly light/dark cycle reversal (LDDL) significantly exacerbated renal dysfunction, accelerated renal injury, and promoted renal fibrosis in mice with 5/6 nephrectomy and unilateral ureteral obstruction (UUO). Mechanistically, RNA‐seq analysis revealed significant immune and metabolic disorder in the LDDL‐conditioned CKD kidneys. Consistently, renal content of ATP was decreased and ROS production was increased in the kidney tissues of the LDDL‐challenged CKD mice. Untargeted metabolomics revealed a significant buildup of lipids in the kidney affected by LDDL. Notably, the level of β‐NMN, a crucial intermediate in the NAD+ pathway, was found to be particularly reduced. Moreover, we demonstrated that both β‐NMN and melatonin administration could significantly rescue the light‐disruption associated kidney dysfunction. In conclusion, environmental circadian disruption may exacerbate chronic kidney injury by facilitating inflammatory responses and disturbing metabolic homeostasis. β‐NMN and melatonin treatments may hold potential as promising approaches for preventing and treating light‐disruption associated CKD.
Research on the supply and demand of elderly care service resources in China
Authors: Bao Min , Ma Rongji , Chao Jianqian 
Published: May 2024

AbstractPurposeThis study aims to assess the current status and spatial distribution differences of elderly care service resources supply and demand in China.MethodsSemi‐structured qualitative interviews were utilized to gather participants’ insights into the current demands for elderly care services, the status of resource allocation, and related indicators. The entropy weight method was employed to determine indicator weights, yielding objective demand and allocation indices for elderly care service resources. Kernel density estimation was used to illustrate the distribution characteristics of the demand and allocation indices. The coupling coordination degree model was applied to measure the coupling coordination level of China's elderly care service resource supply and demand system in 2020.ResultsThe demand index ranks highest in Beijing (0.3291), Shanghai (0.2941), and Tianjin (0.2563), while the lowest are found in Tibet (0.1673), Guangxi (0.1727), and Guizhou (0.1737). Kernel density estimation shows that the demand index is concentrated in the range of 0.1800 to 0.2000. The top three regions for allocation index are Shanghai (184.0007), Qinghai (129.8177), and Beijing (109.5941), with the lowest in Liaoning (34.8558), Hainan (35.3168), and Yunnan (36.6366). Kernel density estimation indicates that the allocation index is concentrated in the range of 25–75. Calculations of coupling coordination degree show that Shanghai has high coordination quality (0.9368), Beijing has good coordination (0.8392), while Hainan and Yunnan experience severe imbalances (0.1990, 0.1831).ConclusionsThere is a significant lack of coordination between the demand for elderly care services and the allocation of resources in Hainan and Yunnan provinces in China. Most provinces, with the exception of Beijing and Shanghai, exhibit some degree of misalignment. The Chinese government should address the varying needs of the elderly population in different regions, pay timely attention to regional disparities, enhance regional cooperation, and dynamically allocate elderly care resources in a rational manner.
Vaccination status among children in an urban area and its association with risk factors and some parent health practices: A cross‐sectional study
Authors: Bardak Feyza , Kocoglu‐Tanyer Deniz 
Published: May 2024

AbstractObjectiveThe study aims to determine the vaccination status of children and evaluate the relationship between vaccination rates, vaccine attitudes, and some parental health practices.Design and MethodsThis cross‐sectional study was conducted with 674 mothers. Data were collected using a survey evaluating vaccine characteristics, some infant health practices, and The Public Attitude Toward Vaccination Scale—Health Belief Model. Chi‐square test, independent samples t‐test, and logistic regression analysis were used.Results80.2% of children were fully vaccinated. The rate of non or under‐vaccination was higher in the group that did not regularly undergo follow‐up for 0–2‐year‐old children, did not fully have health screenings, did not use vitamin D and iron supplements, and used alternative medicine. Moreover, the duration of breast milk feeding, the transition to supplementary food, and the duration of vitamin D use in the non‐fully vaccinated group were lower than in the fully vaccinated group (p < .05). The increase in maternal education period and severity and benefit attitude scores of vaccine attitude were the factors that decreased the rate of non‐fully vaccination. The increase in barrier scores toward vaccines increased the rate of non or under‐vaccination.ConclusionMothers who have negative attitudes toward vaccination have negative behaviors in health practices and screenings on infant/child health.
Hymenoscyphus fraxineus persistence in the ash litter
Authors: Laubray Simon , Buée Marc , Marçais Benoit 
Published: May 2024

AbstractHymenoscyphus fraxineus causes ash dieback in Europe. It overwinters on ash leaf residue (rachis) within the forest litter. In late spring, the fungus produces apothecia on the rachises and releases ascospores to infect leaves. Previous studies reported that H. fraxineus was able to produce apothecia on the rachis for 5 years after the leaf infection under artificial conditions. However, ash litter is known to decompose rapidly in situ. We therefore monitored the decomposition kinetics of ash leaf debris and the persistence of the pathogen, as well as its ability to produce apothecia in the forest litter. For this, leaves shed in autumn in stands affected by ash dieback were placed in mesh bags and left in the forest litter for 6, 18 and 30 months. At each sampling period, litter mass loss and level of colonization of the rachises by H. fraxineus were measured, as was the pathogen's ability to produce apothecia on them. Despite high fragmentation, about 14% of the rachis dry weight remained in the mesh bags after 30 months, and the pathogen retained the ability to produce apothecia on these rachises. A simulation estimating the age composition of the colonized rachises present in the litter during the fruiting period was developed from these results. It shows that the persistence of H. fraxineus in old rachises of the litter represents a reservoir of inoculum that could compensate for poor colonization of autumn leaves and revive local outbreaks after years of unfavourable weather for the development of the pathogen.