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Rational Design of Ultrafine Pt Nanoparticles with Strong Metal‐Support Interaction for Efficient Hydrogen Evolution
Authors: Chen Liming , Kang Lianmei , Geng Shipeng , Cheng Luo , Cai Dandan , Song Shuqin , Jia Hao , Wang Yi 
Published: May 2024

AbstractHydrogen evolution reaction (HER) plays an indispensable role in hydrogen economy. However, the development of highly active and durable Pt catalysts remains a great challenge. A homogenously‐dispersed, ultrafine and chemically anchored Pt‐based catalyst is successfully synthesized with the regulation of ‐SH groups tethered to SBA‐15 template. The ‐SH not only regulates the particle size of Pt, but also modifies the chemical environment of the carbon support by converting itself into heteroatom—S. The obtained catalyst (Pt/OMCSH) exhibits superior HER catalytic activity (15.4 mV at 10 mA cm−2; 28.4 mV dec−1; 1.0 M KOH) and stability to benchmark samples and most of the previously reported Pt‐based electrocatalysts. First‐principles calculations reveal that the presence of S in the carbon support regulates the electronic structure of Pt and strengthens the metal‐support interaction, thus boosting the reaction kinetics and enhancing the stability of Pt/OMCSH catalyst for HER.
An Immune‐Regulating Polysaccharide Hybrid Hydrogel with Mild Photothermal Effect and Anti‐Inflammatory for Accelerating Infected Wound Healing
Authors: Zhou ShengZhe , Zhang Xueliang , Ni Wei , He Yu , Li Ming , Wang Caixia , Bai Yubing , Zhang Hao , Yao Min 
Published: May 2024

AbstractBacterial infections and excessive inflammation present substantial challenges for clinical wound healing. Hydrogels with mild photothermal (PTT) effects have emerged as promising agents owing to their dual actions: positive effects on cells and negative effects on bacteria. Here, an injectable self‐healing hydrogel of oxidized konjac glucomannan/arginine‐modified chitosan (OKGM/CS‐Arg, OC) integrated with protocatechualdehyde‐@Fe (PF) nanoparticles capable of effectively absorbing near‐infrared radiation is synthesized successfully. The OC/PF hydrogels exhibit excellent mechanical properties, biocompatibility, and antioxidant activity. Moreover, in synergy with PTT, OC/PF demonstrates potent antibacterial effects while concurrently stimulating cell migration and new blood vessel formation. In methicillin‐resistant Staphylococcus aureus‐infected full‐thickness mouse wounds, the OC/PF hydrogel displays remarkable antibacterial and anti‐inflammatory activities, and accelerates wound healing by regulating the wound immune microenvironment and promoting M2 macrophage polarization. Consequently, the OC/PF hydrogel represents a novel therapeutic approach for treating multidrug‐resistant bacterial infections and offers a technologically advanced solution for managing infectious wounds in clinical settings.
Printing, Characterizing, and Assessing Transparent 3D Printed Lenses for Optical Imaging
Authors: Rooney Liam M. , Christopher Jay , Watson Ben , Kumar Yash Susir , Copeland Laura , Walker Lewis D. , Foylan Shannan , Amos William B. , Bauer Ralf , McConnell Gail 
Published: May 2024

AbstractHigh‐quality lens production has involved subtractive manufacturing methods for centuries. These methods demand specialist equipment and expertise that often render custom high‐grade glass optics inaccessible. A low‐cost, accessible, and reproducible method is developed to manufacture high‐quality three dimensional (3D) printed lenses using consumer‐grade technology. Various planoconvex lenses are produced using a consumer‐grade 3D printer and low‐cost spin coating setup, and printed lenses are compared to commercial glass counterparts. A range of mechanical and optical methods are introduced to determine the surface quality and curvature of 3D printed lenses. Amongst others, high‐resolution interference reflection microscopy methods are used to reconstruct the convex surface of printed lenses and quantify their radius of curvature. The optical throughput and performance of 3D printed lenses are assessed using optical transmissivity measurements and classical beam characterization methods. It is determined that 3D printed lenses have comparable curvature and performance to commercial glass lenses. Finally, the application of 3D printed lenses is demonstrated for brightfield transmission microscopy, resolving sub‐cellular structures over a 2.3 mm field‐of‐view. The high reproducibility and comparable performance of 3D printed lenses present great opportunities for additive manufacturing of bespoke optics for low‐cost rapid prototyping and improved accessibility to high‐quality optics in low‐resource settings.
The role of housing stability in predicting social capital: Exploring social support and psychological integration as mediators for individuals with histories of homelessness and vulnerable housing
Authors: Agha Ayda , Hwang Stephen W. , Palepu Anita , Aubry Tim 
Published: May 2024

AbstractSocial capital is a collective asset important for individual and population well‐being. Individuals who experience homelessness may face barriers in accessing social capital due to health challenges, small social networks, and social exclusion. Data from a 4‐year longitudinal study was used to determine if housing stability predicted greater social capital and if this relationship was mediated by social support and psychological integration for a sample of 855 homeless and vulnerably housed participants living in three Canadian cities. Findings showed that housing stability was not associated with trust and linking social capital. However, higher levels of social support and psychological integration had a mediating effect on the association between housing stability and trust and linking social capital. These findings highlight the importance of social support and psychological integration as means of promoting social capital for people who experience homelessness and vulnerable housing. Social interventions for housed individuals with histories of homelessness may be an avenue to foster greater social capital by building relationships with neighbors and connections to community resources and activities.
Relationships, stability, and authenticity: How being yourself is ‘the’ key to community sport coaching and youth work
Authors: Crisp Philippe 
Published: May 2024

AbstractThe fields of youth work and community sport development both use participation in sport as a means by which to engage young people and support behavioural change. This is achieved through social intervention programmes (whether part of broader or specific approaches, or individual, group, or community contexts), that specifically address community and psychological wellbeing. While extensive bodies of literature support effective practices in both fields, there are fewer related to the intersubjectivity between them. Given, in the UK context at least, the crossover of funded programmes, objectives, and practice in an applied and policy sense, this study sought to investigate what practitioners in both fields considered best practice relative to how they facilitated appreciable changes in pro‐social behaviour and lifestyle trajectories. This study used semi‐structured interviews with nine participants who all had experience of working in both community sport coaching and youth work. The findings suggest that youth workers and community sport coaches can fashion effective practice through working climates that actively ensure stability and connections, and that authentic projection of self, one that means practitioners must care and have the interest of the young people at heart, are essential to create positive psychological change through meaningful relationships. Please refer to the Supplementary Material section to find this article's Community and Social Impact Statement.
Is there any difference between Eastern and Western clinical practice guidelines in management of gastric cancer?
Authors: Jalaeefar Amirmohsen , Mousavi Seyedeh Zahra , Shirkhoda Mohammad , Mahmoodzadeh Habibollah , Mohammadzadeh Narjes , Sharifi Amirsina 
Published: May 2024

AbstractBackground and Recent findingsGastric cancer (GC) has been known as one of the most common causes of cancer mortality both in Western and Eastern countries. However, there might be differences between how it is managed in different countries. Thus, we aimed to investigate these differences.Materials and MethodsThe most well‐known clinical guidelines in field of GC management including Korean GC Association (KGCA), Japanese GC Association (JGCA), National Comprehensive Cancer Network (NCCN), European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO), British Society of Gastroenterology (BSG), and National Institute for health and Care Excellence (NICE) have been reviewed.ResultsThe contents of these guidelines were categorized under eight headings including (1) genetic predisposition, (2) prevention, (3) management of gastric polyp, atrophy, dysplasia and metaplasia, (4) diagnosis, (5) pathology and molecular biology, (6) treatment, (7) supportive and palliative care, and (8) follow up. Difference in each section was discussed.ConclusionConsidering KGCA and JGCA as Eastern and NCCN, ESMO, BSG, and NICE as Western guidelines, it is revealed that both sets of guidelines share common practices such as prioritizing comprehensive diagnostic evaluations, personalizing treatment plans, and palliative care. However, main differences can be seen in treatment regimens, the adoption of newer therapies like immunotherapy, and the utilization of emerging techniques such as HIPEC. These differences reflect the diverse clinical landscapes, research focuses, and healthcare systems within these regions.
Correspondence to “association of sleep patterns and cardiovascular disease risk is modified by glucose tolerance status”
Authors: Chen Ssu‐Yu , Lin Ting‐An , Sun Cheuk‐Kwan , Chang Renin 
Published: May 2024

AbstractAfter reading the article written by Wang et al., we have encountered several concerns that may compromise the credibility of the article. There are some factors, such as changes in sleep patterns, glucose tolerance status, and the use of hypnotics, which may interfere with the research results. Additionally, the design of the sleep pattern could lead to biased outcomes. Therefore, we are writing this letter to recommend that further research should take these concerns into consideration.
Temporal and spatial biosonar activity of the recently established uppermost Yangtze finless porpoise population downstream of the Gezhouba Dam: Correlation with hydropower cascade development, shipping, hydrological regime, and light intensity
Authors: Wang Zhi‐Tao , Duan Peng‐Xiang , Akamatsu Tomonari , Wang Ke‐Xiong , Wang Ding 
Published: May 2024

AbstractNumerous dams disrupt freshwater animals. The uppermost population of the critically endangered Yangtze finless porpoise has been newly formed below the Gezhouba Dam, however, information regarding the local porpoise is scarce. Passive acoustic monitoring was used to detect the behaviors of porpoises below the Gezhouba Dam. The influence of shipping, pandemic lockdown, hydrological regime, and light intensity on the biosonar activity of dolphins was also examined using Generalized linear models. Over the course of 4 years (2019–2022), approximately 848, 596, and 676 effective monitoring days were investigated at the three sites, from upstream to downstream. Observations revealed significant spatio‐temporal biosonar activity. Proportion of days that are porpoise positive were 73%, 54%, and 61%, while porpoise buzz signals accounted for 78.49%, 62.35%, and 81.30% of all porpoise biosonar at the three stations. The biosonar activity of porpoises was much higher at the confluence area, particularly at the MZ site, during the absence of boat traffic, and during the Pandemic shutdown. Temporal trends of monthly, seasonal, and yearly variation were also visible, with the highest number of porpoises biosonar detected in the summer season and in 2020. Significant correlations also exist between the hydrological regime and light intensity and porpoise activity, with much higher detections during nighttime and full moon periods. Hydropower cascade development, establishment of a natural reserve, fish release initiatives, and implementation of fishing restrictions may facilitate the proliferation of the porpoise population downstream of the Gezhouba Dam within the Yichang section of the Yangtze River. Prioritizing restoration designs that match natural flow regimes, optimize boat traffic, and reduce noise pollution is crucial for promoting the conservation of the local porpoises.
Remission of startle epilepsy provoked by acoustic stimuli following complete callosotomy: A case study
Authors: Ukishiro Kazushi , Osawa Shin‐ichiro , Kakisaka Yosuke , Jin Kazutaka , Tominaga Teiji , Endo Hidenori , Nakasato Nobukazu 
Published: May 2024

AbstractHerein, we present the case of a 21‐year‐old man with a history of generalized tonic seizures since the age of 4 years. These seizures occurred either spontaneously or could be provoked by auditory stimuli such as the sounds of a vacuum cleaner or an electric shaver. Despite trials with 10 different anti‐seizure medications, his seizures remained refractory. Interictal electroencephalography (EEG) revealed generalized epileptiform activity, whereas ictal EEG showed a generalized attenuation pattern. Magnetic resonance imaging revealed extensive chronic infarctions, predominantly in the bilateral cerebral watershed areas. At the age of 17, the patient underwent a one‐stage complete callosotomy, which only achieved remission of auditory‐provoked seizures. Based on this experience and published reports, we propose that the posterior corpus callosum, particularly the isthmus and anterior splenium, may be involved in seizures caused by unexpected sound stimuli.
Effect of cocoa consumption on postprandial blood pressure in older adults with untreated hypertension: A randomized crossover clinical trial
Authors: Osei Emmanuel Ofori , Amoah Isaac , Lim Jia Jiet , Tawiah Phyllis , Aduama‐Larbi Margaret Saka , Oduro Ibok Nsa , Cobbinah Jesse Charles , Dare Andrew Patrick , Diako Charles 
Published: May 2024

AbstractCocoa powder is an important dietary source of flavanols that modulate elevated blood pressure (BP). This study aimed to investigate the acute effects of cocoa beverage co‐consumption with a high‐fat‐high‐salt meal (HFHSM) on postprandial systolic blood pressure (SBP), diastolic blood pressure (DBP), and heart rate in older adults living with uncontrolled hypertension. The study was a randomized crossover trial and involved older adults (aged 52.50 ± 9.36 years) (n = 28) living with hypertension. Participants, following an overnight fast, consumed either an HFHSM and cocoa beverage comprising 15 g cocoa powder in 250 mL water (HFHSM + CB; intervention) or HFHSM and 250 mL water (HFHSM + W; control). Resting SBP, DBP, and the heart rate of participants were measured at baseline (−5 min and 0 min) and 15, 30, 45, 60, 90, and 120 min following the consumption of either HFHSM + CB or HFHSM + W using an automated BP monitor. Repeated measures linear mixed model was used to compare the effect of cocoa beverage and water on postprandial outcomes over a 2‐h period. A significant reduction (−3.8 ± 0.6 mmHg, p < .05) in resting SBP was observed postprandially following the intake of the HFHSM + CB over the 120‐min period compared to the HFHSM + W. The effect was more prominent during the 90‐ and 120‐min time points of the trial duration. No significant change in the DBP and heart rate following the consumption of HFHSM + CB compared to the HFHSM + W was observed. Cocoa beverage co‐consumption with HFHSM improved postprandial SBP in older adults living with hypertension.
Assessing methods for detecting Alexandrium catenella (Dinophyceae) and paralytic shellfish toxins in Southeast Alaska
Authors: Cornett Juliana C. , Cates Rebecca J. , Ledger Kimberly J. , Pinger Cody W. , Hart Courtney E. , Laboda Katherine R. , Larson Wesley A. , Hollarsmith Jordan A. 
Published: May 2024

Abstract
Blooms of Alexandrium catenella threaten to disrupt subsistence, recreational, and commercial shellfish harvest in Alaska, as the paralytic shellfish toxins (PSTs) produced pose a serious public health risk and can lead to costly shutdowns for shellfish farmers. Current methods of PST detection in the region range from monitoring programs utilizing net tows to detect A. catenella to direct shellfish tissue testing via mouse bioassay (MBA) for commercial aquaculture harvest, as well as various optional testing methods for subsistence and recreational harvesters. The efficacy and feasibility of these methods vary, and they have not been directly compared in Southeast Alaska. In this study, we sought to assess and compare A. catenella and PST early detection methods to determine which can provide the most effective and accurate warning of A. catenella blooms or PST events. We found microscope counts to be variable and prone to missing lower numbers of A. catenella, which may be indicative of bloom formation. However, quantitative polymerase chain reaction (qPCR) significantly correlated with microscope counts and was able to effectively detect even low numbers of A. catenella on all sampling days. Paralytic shellfish toxin concentrations measured by enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay and MBA significantly correlated with each other, qPCR, and some microscope counts. These results show that qPCR is an effective tool for both monitoring A. catenella and serving as a proxy for PSTs. Further work is needed to refine qPCR protocols in this system to provide bloom warnings on an actionable timescale for the aquaculture industry and other shellfish harvesters. Integr Environ Assess Manag 2024;20:2189–2202. © 2024 The Authors. Integrated Environmental Assessment and Management published by Wiley Periodicals LLC on behalf of Society of Environmental Toxicology & Chemistry (SETAC). This article has been contributed to by U.S. Government employees and their work is in the public domain in the USA.
Key Points
The species-specific quantitative polymerase chain reaction (qPCR) assay effectively detects Alexandrium catenella at numbers too low for other methods. A threshold of ~90 000 000 A. catenella qPCR copies per liter may indicate elevated paralytic shellfish toxins in Pacific oysters. Microscope counts of A. catenella cells are variable and miss low quantities. Enzyme-linked immunosorbent assays detect elevated paralytic shellfish toxins, and correlate with approved testing methods.
The current infection with Helicobacter pylori and association with upper gastrointestinal lesions and risk of upper gastrointestinal cancer: Insights from multicenter population‐based cohort study
Authors: Yan Xinxin , Zeng Hongmei , Li He , Cao Maomao , Yang Fan , He Siyi , Zhang Shaoli , Teng Yi , Li Qianru , Xia Changfa , Chen Wanqing 
Published: May 2024

AbstractThe relationship between Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori) infection and upper gastrointestinal (UGI) cancers is complex. This multicenter, population‐based cohort study conducted in seven areas in China aimed to assess the correlation between current H. pylori infection and the severity of UGI lesions, as well as its association with the risk of gastric cancer (GC) and esophageal cancer (EC). From 2015 to 2017, 27,085 participants (aged 40–69) completed a standardized questionnaire, and underwent a 13C‐urea breath test. Then a subset underwent UGI endoscopy to assess the UGI lesion detection rates. All individuals were followed up until December 2021 to calculate the hazard ratios (HRs) for UGI cancers. H. pylori infection prevalence was 45.9%, and among endoscopy participants, 22.2% had gastric lesions, 19.2% had esophageal lesions. Higher detection rates of gastric lesions were noted in the H. pylori‐positive population across all lesion severity levels. Over a median follow‐up of 6.3 years, 104 EC and 179 GC cases were observed, including 103 non‐cardia gastric cancer (NCGC) cases and 76 cardia gastric cancer (CGC) cases. H. pylori‐infected individuals exhibited a 1.78‐fold increased risk of GC (HR 1.78, 95% confidence interval [CI] 1.32–2.40) but no significant increase in EC risk (HR 1.07, 95% CI 0.73–1.57). Notably, there was a higher risk for both NCGC and CGC in H. pylori‐infected individuals. This population‐based cohort study provides valuable evidence supporting the association between current H. pylori infection and the risk of both NCGC and CGC. These findings contribute to the empirical basis for risk stratification and recommendations for UGI cancer screening.
An ultra thin, bright, and sensitive interactive tactile display based on organic mechanoluminescence for dual‐mode handwriting identification
Authors: Hou Tingting , Li Wenlang , Wang Haoyu , Zheng Yuantian , Chen Chaojie , Zhang Haoran , Chen Kai , Xie Huilin , Li Xin , He Shaoshuai , Zhang Siwei , Peng Dengfeng , Yang Cheng , Lam Jacky W. Y. , Tang Ben Zhong , Zi Yunlong 
Published: May 2024

AbstractVisible light‐based human–machine interactive media is capable of transmitting electrical readouts to machines and providing intuitive feedback to users simultaneously. Currently, many inorganic mechanoluminescent (ML) materials‐based interactive media, typically ZnS‐loaded phosphors (ZLPs), have been successfully demonstrated. However, organic ML materials‐based solutions were rarely exploited despite their huge merits of strong structural modification, abundant luminescence property, low cost, easy preparation, and so on. Here, we propose a novel interactive tactile display (ITD) based on organic ML materials (Cz‐A6‐dye) and triboelectric nanogenerator, with ultra‐brightness (130% enhancement) and ultra‐low threshold pressure (57% reduction) as compared to ZLPs. The proposed ITD achieves the conversion of weak mechanical stimuli into visible light and electrical signals simultaneously, without extra power supplies. Furthermore, the relationship between the luminous performance of organic ML materials and mechanical force is quantified, benefiting from the uniform ML layer prepared. Enabled by convolutional neural networks, the high‐accuracy recognition (97.1%) for handwriting and identity of users is realized at the same time. Thus, the ITD has great potential for intelligent wearable electronics and classified military applications.image
The Impact of Colloidal QD Science and Technology on the Display Industry
Authors: Steckel Jonathan 
Published: May 2024

AbstractCongratulations to Moungi G. Bawendi, Louis E. Brus, and Aleksey Yekimov for winning the 2023 Nobel Prize in Chemistry “for the discovery and synthesis of quantum dots.” This is an outstanding achievement for them and for all of us who currently work or have worked on developing and commercializing colloidal quantum‐dot (QD) technology.
QD Light‐Emitting Diodes: An Overview and Their Impact on the Display Landscape
Authors: Park Myoungjin , Kim Tae‐Ho , Jun Shinae , Lee Changhee 
Published: May 2024

AbstractRecent breakthroughs in quantum dot (QD) technology are revolutionizing the display industry, and self‐emissive QD‐LED displays promise vivid colors, enhanced efficiency, and excellent visual experiences.