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Effects of different fermenters on the quality and flavour of fermented mandarin fish (Siniperca chuatsi)
Authors: Gu Jinhui , Li Suxin , Shen Xinjie , Liang Qianqian , Xu Tong , Shi Wenzheng 
Published: May 2024

SummaryIn this study, the effect of different fermenters on the quality and flavour of fermented mandarin fish was investigated via pH, salt content, moisture content, thiobarbituric acid, microbial community, free amino acids and volatile compounds. The results demonstrated that the inoculated fermentation effectively suppressed fish fat oxidation, resulting in significantly higher levels of umami amino acids in mandarin fish compared to the natural fermentation group (P < 0.05). Additionally, certain bitter amino acids were also inhibited. Moreover, the total amino acid content of the mixed inoculated fermentation group was significantly elevated compared to other groups, reaching 300.21 ± 5.37 mg/100 g. The synergistic effect of free amino acids and flavour‐enhancing nucleotides significantly influenced the taste of the fermented fish, with the mixed inoculation fermentation group exhibiting a significantly higher Equivalent umami concentration (EUC) value compared to other groups, reaching 216.06 ± 20.13 mgMSG/100 g on the sixth day of fermentation. A total of 47 volatile compounds were detected by using headspace gas chromatography‐ion mobility spectrometry (HS‐GC‐IMS), and the results demonstrated that inoculated fermentation positively influenced the development of fish flavour, and mixed inoculated fermentation proved to be more effective. This study provides a theoretical foundation for the industrial production of fermented fish products and offers potential avenues for technical enhancement.
Co‐immobilization of a PuO2 surrogate and contaminated stainless steel within a zirconolite matrix
Authors: Ai Qu , Sun Shi‐Kuan , Hao Peng‐Wei , Chen Yuan‐Bin , Zhao Yi , Tan Sheng‐Heng , Guo Wei‐Ming , Lin Hua‐Tay 
Published: May 2024

AbstractThe aqueous reprocessing of spent nuclear fuel generates a considerable amount of plutonium alongside contaminated stainless steel, necessitating meticulous handling for safe decommission and long‐term management. The present work investigated the co‐immobilization of CeO2 (as an inactive surrogate for PuO2) with metallic Fe and Cr (representing a simplified stainless steel) within a zirconolite ceramic wasteform, nominally targeting Ca1−xCexZrTi2−2xFexCrxO7. After sintering at 1400°C under an air atmosphere, the zirconolite phase constituted 90.8–95.1 wt.% of the product across the solid solution range of 0.05 ≤ x ≤ 0.25, alongside perovskite and baddeleyite secondary phases in varying proportion; no evidence of the unincorporated CeO2 or metallic and oxidized Fe or Cr were identified. Above x = 0.30 CeO2 was detected inferring, the solubility limit was reached. A polytype transformation from zirconolite 2M to 3T was confirmed by X‐ray diffraction and selected area electron diffraction results, with the relative fraction of the 3T phase gradually increasing to 49.5 wt.% at x = 0.30. Deconvolution of X‐ray photoelectron spectroscopy data revealed the partial reduction of Ce4+–Ce3+, whereas Fe and Cr species maintained trivalent, in agreement with the targeted substitution scheme. Benefitting from the excellent chemical flexibility of zirconolite structured compounds, the co‐immobilization approach may be an effective disposal pathway for Pu‐containing wastes and contaminated stainless steel residues.
Low energy intake and nutritional maladaptation in terminal stage IV periodontitis
Authors: Liu Min , Liu Beilei , Shen Jie , Qian Shujiao , Lai Hongchang , Yuan Changzheng , Tonetti Maurizio S. 
Published: May 2024

AbstractAimImpairment of masticatory function in elderly patients with terminal dentition due to stage IV periodontitis (TDS4P) may lead to lower nutritional intake. The study aimed to report the dietary intake and nutrition status of elderly patients with TDS4P and compare them with those of the elderly Chinese population and the Chinese Dietary Reference Intakes (DRIs).Materials and MethodsFifty‐one consecutive subjects (≥55 years old) with TDS4P were enrolled. Average dietary intake was evaluated based on a 3‐day 24‐h dietary recall (24HR) and food frequency questionnaire (FFQ). The daily intake of fresh vegetables and fruits, dietary energy as well as macro and micronutrients were calculated and compared with matched national data and the Chinese DRIs. Nutritional status was assessed by Short‐Form Mini‐Nutritional assessment.ResultsOf the subjects, 19.6% (95% CI: 7.2%–28.1%) were at risk of malnutrition. The mean daily energy intake was 1517.4 kcal (95% CI: 1400.5–1634.3) for males and 1110.7 kcal (95% CI: 1001.5–1219.9) for females, which were very low compared with both the national data and the DRIs. Females derived a higher percentage of energy from fat. The mean daily intake of vegetables was 151.4 g (95% CI: 128.1–174.8) by FFQ and 130.9 g (95% CI: 104.6–157.3) by 24HR. Both results were significantly lower than the national reports (95% CI: 310.3–340.1) and the DRIs (300–450 g). Insufficient micronutrient intake, especially vitamins A, C and E, was also found.ConclusionsElderly subjects with TDS4P had a lower daily energy intake, vegetable and fruit consumption and essential macro and micronutrient intake. More studies are needed to clarify the impact of periodontitis and tooth loss/replacement on nutrition and healthy ageing.
Oxynoemacheilus fatmae, a new species from the Güzelhisar Stream in the Aegean Sea basin, Türkiye (Teleostei: Nemacheilidae)
Authors: Turan Davut , Aksu Sadi , Güçlü Salim Serkan , Kalaycı Gökhan 
Published: May 2024

AbstractOxynoemacheilus fatmae, a new species, is found in the Güzelhisar Stream in the northern Aegean Sea basin. It is differentiated from all other species of Oxynoemacheilus in the northern Aegean Sea and adjacent basins by having four to eight irregularly shaped narrow black bars on the posterior part of flank, and anterior parts of the flank with a marbled pattern. O. fatmae is differentiated from the closest species Oxynoemacheilus theophilii by having 14 fixed diagnostic nucleotide substitution sites, and the pair‐wise genetic distance is 2.22%. It further differs from O. theophilii by having a slenderer body (body at dorsal‐fin origin: 15%–17% standard length [SL] vs. 17%–18%), a slenderer caudal peduncle (10%–12% SL vs. 12%–13%), a more forked caudal fin (length of middle caudal‐fin lope: 16%–19% SL vs. 19%–23%), and the absence the dorsal and ventral adipose crests on the caudal peduncle behind the vertical of the posterior anal‐fin base (vs. present). Three species delimitation tests (assemble species by automatic partitioning (ASAP), automatic barcode gap discovery (ABGD) and generalized mixed yule‐coalescent (GMYC)) and phylogenetic analyses reinforce the validity of O. fatmae as a distinct species.
The influence of the prolactin/vasoinhibin axis on post‐stroke lesion volume, astrogliosis, and survival
Authors: Castillo Ximena , Ortiz Georgina , Arnold Edith , Wu Zhijian , Tovar y Romo Luis B. , Clapp Carmen , Martínez de la Escalera Gonzalo 
Published: May 2024

AbstractIschemic stroke is a significant global health issue, ranking fifth among all causes of death and a leading cause of serious long‐term disability. Ischemic stroke leads to severe outcomes, including permanent brain damage and neuronal dysfunction. Therefore, decreasing and preventing neuronal injuries caused by stroke has been the focus of therapeutic research. In recent years, many studies have shown that fluctuations in hormonal levels influence the prognosis of ischemic stroke. Thus, it is relevant to understand the role of hormones in the pathophysiological mechanisms of ischemic stroke for preventing and treating this health issue. Here, we investigate the contribution of the prolactin/vasoinhibin axis, an endocrine system regulating blood vessel growth, immune processes, and neuronal survival, to the pathophysiology of ischemic stroke. Male mice with brain overexpression of prolactin or vasoinhibin by adeno‐associated virus (AAV) intracerebroventricular injection or lacking the prolactin receptor (Prlr−/−) were exposed to transient middle cerebral artery occlusion (tMCAO) for 45 min followed by 48 h of reperfusion. Overexpression of vasoinhibin or the absence of the prolactin receptor led to an increased lesion volume and decreased survival rates in mice following tMCAO, whereas overexpression of prolactin had no effect. In addition, astrocytic distribution in the penumbra was altered, glial fibrillary acidic protein and S100b mRNA expressions were reduced, and interleukin‐6 mRNA expression increased in the ischemic hemisphere of mice overexpressing vasoinhibin. Of note, prolactin receptor‐null mice (Prlr−/−) showed a marked increase in serum vasoinhibin levels. Furthermore, vasoinhibin decreased astrocyte numbers in mixed hippocampal neuron–glia cultures. These observations suggest that increased vasoinhibin levels may hinder astrocytes' protective reactivity. Overall, this study suggests the involvement of the prolactin/vasoinhibin axis in the pathophysiology of ischemic stroke‐induced brain injury and provides insights into the impact of its dysregulation on astrocyte reactivity and lesion size. Understanding these mechanisms could help develop therapeutic interventions in ischemic stroke and other related neurological disorders.
Ready‐to‐use abobotulinumtoxinA solution versus powder botulinumtoxinA for treatment of glabellar lines: Investigators' and subjects' experience in a Phase IV study
Authors: Chadha Priyanka , Gerber Peter Arne , Hilton Said , Molina Beatriz , Haq Syed , Partridge Jackie , Wong Vincent , Hoffmann Klaus , Persson Cecilia , Prygova Inna 
Published: May 2024

AbstractBackgroundBotulinum neurotoxin type A (BoNT‐A) is well‐established for treatment of glabellar lines (GLs), and mostly formulated as powders requiring reconstitution for injection. The approved liquid formulation, ready‐to‐use (RTU) abobotulinumtoxinA was developed to ease injection procedures and prevent reconstitution errors. This multicenter, open‐label, Phase IV study evaluated GL treatment experience using RTU abobotulinumtoxinA versus powder BoNT‐A (onabotulinumtoxinA).MethodsFemales with experience of BoNT‐A facial treatment were randomized 2:1 to GL treatment with 50 U RTU abobotulinumtoxinA (N = 99) or 20 U powder BoNT‐A (N = 51) and followed‐up for 6 months or 1 month, respectively. Assessments included: time to prepare each product for injection (primary endpoint); investigators' experience with product preparation/reconstitution; investigators' and subjects' treatment experience; safety; and for the RTU product: aesthetic improvement of GLs; subject satisfaction.ResultsCompared with powder BoNT‐A, RTU abobotulinumtoxinA required statistically significantly less preparation time (mean 0:33 vs. 1:34 min: s; p < 0.0001). Investigators preferred RTU abobotulinumtoxinA over powder BoNT‐A (81% of treatment sessions) and found it allowed more time to communicate with subjects (97%). All investigators (100%) also found it easy‐to‐use, easy‐to‐learn, and that it fulfilled their expectations. Subjects found the RTU abobotulinumtoxinA treatment comfortable (91%), and through 6 months posttreatment, most reported satisfaction with their appearance (≥88%), looking natural (≥95%) and refreshed (≥80%). At Month 1, 99% of RTU‐treated subjects had investigator‐assessed improved aesthetic appearance in GLs, maintained in 76% at Month 6. No serious adverse events occurred.ConclusionRTU abobotulinumtoxinA for GL treatment is well‐tolerated, efficacious, shows high levels of subject satisfaction throughout 6 months, saves time, and is preferred by clinicians over powder BoNT‐A.ClinicalTrials.gov RegistryNCT05277337.
The clinical efficacy and tolerability of a novel triple acid exfoliating blend for reducing signs of photoaging in sensitive skin
Authors: Konisky Hailey , Bowe Whitney P. , Yang Pada , Kobets Kseniya 
Published: May 2024

AbstractBackgroundChemical exfoliation of the skin is a frequently utilized treatment in dermatology to improve the appearance and health of photoaged skin. Photodamaged skin is especially prone to dryness and irritation. Over‐exfoliation with at‐home products are partially to blame for the “epidemic” of sensitive skin affecting over half the population. Combining AHA, BHA, and PHA together creates a complementary blend that has the potential to target numerous age‐related changes in the skin including the appearance of pores and smoothing skin texture, while firming skin and increasing its collagen and moisture content.ObjectivesThe following study tested the clinical efficacy of a triple acid blend designed specifically for sensitive skin and measured improvements in signs of photodamage and hydration levels in the skin over time.MethodsThirty females aged 35–60 with mild to moderate facial lines, wrinkles, sun damage, uneven skin tone/texture, dark spots, or pores were enrolled. Subjects were instructed to use the test article, DWB‐EN, on a clean face at night 3 times weekly with 48 h between applications for 4 weeks.ResultsStatistically significant improvements were noted in all parameters of photoaging clinical assessments (wrinkles, pores, overall appearance, luminosity, visible texture, skin tone evenness, hyperpigmentation) at the end of the 4‐week study period. There were no instances of skin irritation throughout the duration of this study despite half of the women having sensitive skin.ConclusionsOverall, this study demonstrated the clinical efficacy and tolerability of DWB‐EN for treating photoaging in subjects with all skin types.
A Cautionary Tale: On the Adoption of Self‐Determination Theory Principles for Practice
Authors: Shaw Jason D. 
Published: May 2024

AbstractSelf‐determination theory (SDT) continues to be among the most popular need‐based theories of motivation in psychology and the organizational sciences. In their interesting and wide‐ranging work, Gagné and Hewett (2024, this issue) contrast the assumptions and presumed mechanisms of SDT with the restrictive assumptions of agency theory. They also offer several suggestions for implementing SDT principles in practice, business school curricula, and public policy. In this counterpoint, I highlight areas of agreement with the authors, but also offer thoughts on SDT limitations and blind spots. My conclusion is a large‐scale adoption of SDT – to the exclusion or minimization of other views – would not be advisable. I base this conclusion on the logic that needs vary in importance across individuals and needs are broader than those encompassed by SDT. Moreover, scholars and practitioners should embrace the notion that factors beyond the needs in SDT (e.g., values, fairness, quasi‐rational calculations, and rewards) also play important roles in determining motivation.
Exploring Black parents’ critical consciousness in relation to their engagement with their children's schools
Authors: Marchand Aixa D. , Settles Isis H. , Kumari Shubhangi , Rowley Stephanie J. , Diemer Matthew A. 
Published: May 2024

AbstractDespite consensus that parent involvement is integral to children's educational success, Black parents’ involvement remains largely characterized from a deficits‐based perspective. Using critical race and critical consciousness theories, this study explored parents’ analysis of educational inequities and their school engagement. Using interview data from a sample of Black parents (n = 20), emergent understandings of parents’ thoughts, motivations, and actions to engage with their child's school were explored. Findings revealed that Black parents held both critical and traditional views, expressed themes of internal and external efficacy in their motivation, and engaged critically and traditionally in their child's education. Results are consonant with literature on Black parents’ engagement and to the nascent understanding of how parents' beliefs about structural racial oppression within schools impacts how they engage in that space.
From popularity to preservation: large carnivore potential for ecosystem conservation
Authors: Verschueren Stijn , Bauer Hans , Cristescu Bogdan , Leirs Herwig , Torres‐Uribe Carolina , Marker Laurie 
Published: May 2024

Abstract

Conservation efforts are challenged by lack of funding and ambiguity in strategic prioritisation. Flagship species generate public attention but may not adequately represent and protect biodiversity. Integrating species‐centric approaches with area‐based strategies may refine conservation outcomes and could improve achievements towards biodiversity targets.
We present this case for a globally appealing flagship species, the cheetah (Acinonyx jubatus).
We identified research trends and gaps, and estimated the biodiversity value associated with cheetah occurrence throughout its free‐ranging distribution.
Although the existing body of literature encompasses insights from diverse interdisciplinary approaches, current knowledge is mostly derived from a limited number of localised study areas, whereas most populations are understudied. Cheetahs inhabit more than half of Africa's ecoregions and their contemporary occurrence coincides with areas valuable for biodiversity conservation, in particular, closer to the equator where ecoregions are poorly protected and human footprint is high.
Cheetah conservation efforts could yield substantial biodiversity benefits, particularly outside protected areas, thereby complementing current area protection networks. Growing pressures on remaining habitat will require adaptive conservation strategies; hence, it becomes imperative to embrace a more inclusive and comprehensive approach to the protection of cheetahs, a flagship species for drylands and landscapes shared with humans.
Bibliometric analysis of research on sarcopenic obesity: a review of scientific literature
Authors: Petermann‐Rocha Fanny , Diaz‐Toro Felipe , Valera‐Gran Desirée , Navarrete‐Muñoz Eva‐María 
Published: May 2024

SummaryConsidering the current prevalence in obesity and sarcopenia globally, this study aimed to summarize the development of sarcopenic obesity research to establish the topic's past, present, and future research direction using a bibliometric analysis. A comprehensive search for publications on sarcopenia and obesity was conducted in the Web of Science (WoS) database until the 31st of December 2023. We performed a detailed descriptive analysis, considering metrics like sources, authors, and documents, along with analyzing conceptual and social structures to map sarcopenic obesity research. Between 1993 and 2023, there were 4978 publications on sarcopenic obesity, representing 22.6% of the whole sarcopenia research (22070). Most published articles were originals (74.6%), and one of the highest increments in the fields was seen after 2010. The most significant contribution in this research area falls under the categories of Nutrition & Dietetics, Gerontology, and Geriatrics & Gerontology. Among regions, scientific production was located in 93 different countries. The United States, China, and South Korea had the highest contributions. The most relevant keywords were sarcopenia, obesity, and body composition. Research on sarcopenic obesity primarily focuses on epidemiology and identifying risk factors and outcome predictors. Yet, there is a shortage of research addressing prevention, early detection, and treatments to enhance the health of individuals with sarcopenia.
Effect of repeated topical capsaicin gel administration on oral thermal quantitative sensory testing: A two‐arm longitudinal study
Authors: Buoite Stella Alex , Rupel Katia , Tamos Martina , Fratter Giampaolo , Deodato Manuela , Martini Miriam , Biasotto Matteo , Di Lenarda Roberto , Ottaviani Giulia 
Published: May 2024

AbstractObjectivesFew studies used thermal quantitative sensory testing to assess the effects of repeated capsaicin gel administration in the oral cavity. This study aimed to investigate thermal sensory and pain thresholds before and after repeated capsaicin gel administration.Subjects and MethodsTen healthy females (22 ± 2 years) applied a capsaicin gel on the gingival mucosa twice daily for 14 days, and heat pain threshold, warm detection threshold, cold pain threshold, and cold detection threshold were assessed on the oral mucosa. Measurements were performed before and after the 14 days and were compared to a control sample (n = 10, all females, 23 ± 3 years).ResultsCapsaicin increased heat pain threshold in the anterior maxilla by 2.9°C (95% CI: 1.6–4.2) (p < 0.001) and in the anterior mandible by 2.2°C (95% CI: 1.0–3.4) (p = 0.001), similar to warm detection threshold that increased by Δ1.1°C (95% CI: 0.3–1.9) (p = 0.009). No significant changes were found in the controls.ConclusionsThese findings encourage the use of thermal quantitative sensory testing in the oral cavity to assess thermal sensation, which might be useful for assessing the effects of therapies aimed at reducing pain.
A metapragmatic stereotype‐based account of reclamation
Authors: Lo Guercio Nicolás , Carranza Fernando 
Published: May 2024

AbstractGroup‐based slurs are words that express derogatory attitudes toward some group demarcated by a property that has historically caused social antagonism, for example, gender or ethnicity, among others. Reclamation, in turn, is the process whereby a slur starts being used non‐derogatorily by members of the target group to express a positive attitude. Some content‐based theories of slurs (which pin the derogatory force of such terms on their conventional meaning) account for reclamation by arguing that it involves a change in meaning so that reclaimed slurs are ambiguous. But these theories face a challenge, namely to account for the difference between reclaimed slurs and run‐of‐the‐mill ambiguous terms, whose felicitous uses do not seem to be restricted to in‐group speakers. In this article, we argue that the Reclamation Worry is not a problem for content‐based theories of slurs by advancing an account of reclamation that is compatible with such views. As we shall argue, such a theory must rely on the sociolinguistic dimension of such terms.
Impact of novel methods and research approaches in plant pathology: Are individual advances sufficient to meet the wider challenges of disease management?
Authors: Jeger Michael , Beresford Robert , Berlin Anna , Bock Clive , Fox Adrian , Gold Kaitlin M. , Newton Adrian C. , Vicent Antonio , Xu Xiangming 
Published: May 2024

AbstractAdvances continue to be made by plant pathologists on topics in plant health, environmental protection and food security. Many advances have been made for individual crops, pathogens and diseases that in many cases have led to their successful management. A wider impact of research depends on recognition of the multifaceted challenges posed by plant diseases and the need to integrate studies in a systems level approach. The adoption of high‐throughput sequencing for diagnosis and detection is widespread but impact depends upon the agricultural and ecological context combined with improved surveillance. Deployment of host resistance in the field needs to be aligned with a greater appreciation of plant genetic diversity and the complementary contribution made by tolerance of disease. Epidemiological understanding of the spatiotemporal spread of plant diseases has improved through population dynamic and genetic analyses. Research emphasis on the plant microbiome has invigorated soil microbial studies, especially for disease complexes and declines, but the challenge is to move to interventions that benefit plant health. Analysis of the impacts of climate change has been made for single‐crop disease studies, but seldom have these been placed in the context of pathogen adaptation, new crops, wild plants, vectors and soil microbes. Advances in informatic analysis illustrate not only the global impacts of plant disease introductions, but also the challenges inherent in marshalling and integrating information. Advances have been made in applying artificial intelligence technologies across many areas of plant pathology but have yet to be integrated within any coordinated research agenda.