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Adaptive apparel for people with disabilities: A systematic literature review and future research agenda
Authors: Rana Md. Rafiqul Islam , McBee‐Black Kerri , Swazan Ishtehar Sharif 
Published: May 2024

AbstractThis systematic literature review examines research on adaptive apparel for people with disabilities (PWDs), an underrepresented consumer group. Using the scientific procedures and rationales for systematic literature reviews (SPAR‐4‐SLR) protocol and the theories, contexts, characteristics, and methods (TCCM) framework, 51 articles from three academic databases were analyzed based on specific keywords and inclusion/exclusion criteria. The review highlighted advancements addressing the needs of PWD consumers, such as innovative designs, user‐centered methodologies, and inclusive marketing. However, there remain gaps in areas like disability types, methodologies, cultural factors, and societal barriers. The implications of this research underscore the urgent need for the apparel industry to prioritize inclusivity and adaptability, emphasizing that addressing these gaps can lead to broader societal acceptance and empowerment for PWDs. Moreover, this review enhances the understanding of adaptive apparel for PWD consumers, providing insights for researchers, policymakers, and industry leaders to promote inclusivity, accessibility, and fashion‐forward solutions.
Chemical modification of sesame protein by acylation reactions: characterisation and evaluation of functional properties
Authors: Castillo‐Ortega M.A. , García‐Barradas O. , Mendoza‐López M.R. , Mondragón‐Vásquez K. , Jiménez‐Fernández M. 
Published: May 2024

SummaryProteins are commonly used ingredients to impart certain non‐nutritional properties to foods. Consequently, the industry is constantly seeking to enhance proteins that provide these attributes to food products. Therefore, the aim of this research was to extract the protein from sesame seeds and evaluate the effect of chemical modification through acylation with lauroyl chloride and acetic anhydride on functional properties (solubility index, emulsifying, foaming, swelling and water‐holding and oil‐holding capacity). Chemical modification was successfully demonstrated using FTIR spectroscopy and X‐rays. It was found that acylation with lauroyl chloride or acetic anhydride altered the physicochemical and functional properties, particularly at pH 10. Both reactions exhibited substitution degrees exceeding 20%. Chemical modification via acylation resulted in significant improvements in water and oil retention capacity, emulsifying activity and foaming activity. Thermal analysis revealed significant changes in the modified samples, altering their denaturation temperature, leading to the conclusion that chemical modifications through acylation with lauroyl chloride or acetic anhydride offer benefits in certain functional properties relevant to the food industry. They also represent an opportunity to diversify the application of a by‐product obtained from sesame oil extraction.
Exploring the lived experience of Arab male patients on intermittent catheterization after spinal cord injury: A phenomenological study
Authors: Abuzied Yacoub , Al‐Amer Rasmieh , Saleh Mohammad Y. N. , Somduth Shreemathie , AlBashtawy Mohammed , Ali Amira Mohammed 
Published: May 2024

AbstractBackgroundIntermittent catheterization (IC) has been identified as one of the critical techniques used by spinal cord injury (SCI) patients to cope with emptying the bladder, despite several problems impeding this procedure.AimThe study aimed accordingly to explore the lived experience of Arab male patients on IC after their SCI.DesignThis study was carried out by using a descriptive qualitative approach with a phenomenological analysis of data.MethodsA qualitative study was carried out on 10 Arab male patients from the Rehabilitation Hospital at King Fahad Medical City (KFMC), Riyadh, Saudi Arabia who were utilizing intermittent catheters following SCI. The interviews were analysed using Husserl's phenomenology and the Colaizzi method of data analysis.ResultsTwo major themes and six sub‐themes were identified from exploring the patients experience. These themes are as follows: Theme 1: The Way to IC; with two sub‐themes: (i) ‘service provided and acceptance’ and (ii) ‘educational experience’; Theme 2: Lifestyle and self‐adaptation; with four sub‐themes: (i) ‘Flexibility and freedom’, (ii) ‘Physical access to the community’, (iii) ‘Traveling’ and (iv) ‘Work and Social life balance’.ConclusionIt is evident that using an intermittent catheter among patients with SCI influenced almost all aspects of the participant's life, including their social lives and body image appearance.
The buying of freedom: Migrant workers and the “Azad” Visa in the Persian Gulf1
Authors: Babar Zahra 
Published: May 2024

AbstractThe six monarchies of the Persian Gulf are considered to be the world's third largest hub of international migration, having over the decades drawn millions of labour migrants to occupy a range of jobs across all tiers of the labour market. Despite decades of an unabated inward flow of foreign workers, none of the regional governments consider themselves to be destinations for permanent settlement or immigration. To meet their domestic labour needs and simultaneously avoid becoming immigrant‐based societies, the Gulf States have developed elaborate mechanisms of migration control. The overarching goal of the much vilified “kafala” system has above all else been to ensure the temporariness of migrants' duration of stay. By tying migrants' visa status directly to their employer‐sponsors and to short duration work contracts, the Gulf states have managed to cycle workers in and out of the country without making an efforts towards integration or adding to their citizen population. However, the precarities, dependencies and immobilities this visa regime imposes on labour migrants has generated a phenomenon of migrants actively seeking means by which to evade it. This paper explores Pakistani migrants' efforts to gain “legal” entry into the Gulf labour markets through pursuing the “Azad” or “free” visa. These visas are in essence sold (at a fairly high cost) to potential migrants via the profit‐oriented transnational labour recruitment system that brings migrants from Asia to the Gulf.
Disproportionate mental health presentations to emergency departments in a coastal regional community in Australia of first nation people
Authors: Higgins Oliver , Sheather‐Reid Rachel B. , Chalup Stephan K. , Wilson Rhonda L. 
Published: May 2024

AbstractEmergency department (ED) presentations for mental health (MH) help‐seeking have been rising rapidly in recent years. This research aims to identify the service usage demographic for people seeking MH care in the ED, specifically in this case, to understand the usage by First Nation people. This retrospective cohort study examined the sociodemographic and presentation characteristics of individuals seeking MH care in two EDs between 2016 and 2021. Data were collected using existing records and analysed using descriptive univariate analysis with statistical significance between the two sites determined using chi‐squared test, p < 0.05. The overall data presented in this analysis show an overall ED mental health presentation rate of 12.02% for those who identified as ‘Aboriginal but not Torres Strait Islander origin’, 0.36% as ‘Both Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander’ and 0.27% as ‘Torres Strait Islander’ totalling 12.63%. This is an overrepresentation compared to the regional population of 4.9%. One site recorded 14.1% of ED presentations that identified as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander, over double the site's demographic of 6.3%. Given the disproportionately high representation of First Nation people in MH‐related ED presentations, further research is required to prioritise a First Nation research perspective that draws on First Nation research methods, such as yarning and storytelling to understand the unique cultural needs and challenges experienced by First Nation people accessing MH care via ED. Understanding the demographic is but one step in supporting the Cultural Safety needs of First Nation people. Additionally, research should be designed, governed and led by First Nation researchers.
Seroprevalence of Protective Antibodies Against Influenza and the Reduction of the Influenza Incidence Rate: An Annual Repeated Cross‐Sectional Study From 2014 to 2019
Authors: Guiomar Raquel , Pereira da Silva Susana , Costa Inês , Conde Patricia , Cristóvão Paula , Rodrigues Ana Paula , Fernandes Aida , Dias Ana Paula , Couto Ana Rita , Ramos Angélica , Moita Carina , Rodrigues Carina , Vale Fátima , Caldeira Filomena , Bruges Armas Jácome , Pereira‐Vaz João , Alves José , Freitas Ludivina , Martins Luis , Milho Luís , Mota‐Vieira Luisa , Lopes Lurdes , Freitas Margarida , Pessanha Maria Ana , Correia Maria , Marques Maria Helena , Cardoso Maria João , Peres Maria João , Cunha Mário , Amantegui Patricia , Mota Paula , Lopes Paulo , Pereira Paulo , Viseu Regina , Cabral Rita , Côrte‐Real Rita , Almeida Sofia , Soares Vânia , Mansinho Kamal , Hungnes Olav , Nunes Baltazar 
Published: May 2024

ABSTRACTBackgroundSeroepidemiological studies provide estimates of population‐level immunity, prevalence/incidence of infections, and evaluation of vaccination programs. We assessed the seroprevalence of protective antibodies against influenza and evaluated the correlation of seroprevalence with the cumulative annual influenza incidence rate.MethodsWe conducted an annual repeated cross‐sectional seroepidemiological survey, during June–August, from 2014 to 2019, in Portugal. A total of 4326 sera from all age groups, sex, and regions was tested by hemagglutination inhibition assay. Seroprevalence and geometric mean titers (GMT) of protective antibodies against influenza were assessed by age group, sex, and vaccine status (65+ years old). The association between summer annual seroprevalence and the difference of influenza incidence rates between one season and the previous one was measured by Pearson correlation coefficient (r).ResultsSignificant differences in seroprevalence of protective antibodies against influenza were observed in the population. Higher seroprevalence and GMT for A(H1N1)pdm09 and A(H3N2) were observed in children (5–14); influenza B seroprevalence in adults 65+ was 1.6–4.4 times than in children (0–4). Vaccinated participants (65+) showed significant higher seroprevalence/GMT for influenza. A strong negative and significant correlation was found between seroprevalence and ILI incidence rate for A(H1N1)pdm09 in children between 5 and 14 (r = −0.84; 95% CI, −0.98 to −0.07); a weak negative correlation was observed for A(H3N2) and B/Yamagata (r ≤ −0.1).ConclusionsThe study provides new insight into the anti‐influenza antibodies seroprevalence measured in summer on the ILI incidence rate in the next season and the need for adjusted preventive health care measures to prevent influenza infection and transmission.
Principles, mechanism, and identification of S‐scheme heterojunction for photocatalysis: A critical review
Authors: Molaei Mohammad Jafar 
Published: May 2024

AbstractSemiconductor photocatalysis has been extensively used in the degradation of pollutants and the production of hydrogen fuel. The main drawback in the application of semiconductor photocatalysis is the rapid recombination of charge carriers. Several strategies have been applied to improve charge carrier separation to preserve them for imparting in photocatalytic reactions. Among the modifications that are made in the photocatalytic systems, the construction of different types of heterostructures, including type II, Z‐scheme, p–n junction, and Schottky junction, has received great attention. Recently, emerging S‐scheme heterojunctions have been shown to be able to preserve powerful charge carriers for photocatalytic reactions, which is not the case in other heterostructures. In this review, principles and mechanisms of charge transfer in S‐scheme heterostructures are discussed, and important semiconductors that have been used in the construction of this type of heterojunctions are reviewed. Methods for identification of S‐scheme heterojunction, challenges, and prospects have been addressed.
Magnesium aluminate spinel transparent ceramics with high optical and mechanical performance by Y3Al5O12 sintering additive
Authors: Luo Haoming , Han Dan , Zhang Jian , Wang Shiwei 
Published: May 2024

AbstractHigh‐quality magnesium aluminate spinel (MAS) transparent ceramics were successfully fabricated using Y3Al5O12 (YAG) as the sintering additive. The influence of the YAG content on the sintering behavior, microstructure, and optical properties of the MAS transparent ceramics was systematically investigated. A 4 mm‐thick sample with 0.01 wt.% YAG hot isostatic pressed at 1600°C achieved the highest in‐line transmittance of 84.0% at 400 nm and the flexural strength of the sample was as high as 347.3 MPa, which represents the highest‐performing reported MAS transparent ceramics that were sintered with oxide additives.
Role of ferroptosis in neuroimmunity and neurodegeneration in multiple sclerosis revealed by multi‐omics data
Authors: Wu Tao , Ning Shangwei , Zhang Huixue , Cao Yuze , Li Xia , Hao Junwei , Wang Lihua 
Published: May 2024

AbstractPrevious studies have found that ferroptosis plays an important role in a variety of neurological diseases. However, the precise role of ferroptosis in the multiple sclerosis patients remains uncertain. We defined and validated a computational metric of ferroptosis levels. The ferroptosis scores were computed using the AUCell method, which reflects the enrichment scores of ferroptosis‐related genes through gene ranking. The reliability of the ferroptosis score was assessed using various methods, involving cells induced to undergo ferroptosis by six different ferroptosis inducers. Through a comprehensive approach integrating snRNA‐seq, spatial transcriptomics, and spatial proteomics data, we explored the role of ferroptosis in multiple sclerosis. Our findings revealed that among seven sampling regions of different white matter lesions, the edges of active lesions exhibited the highest ferroptosis score, which was associated with activation of the phagocyte system. Remyelination lesions exhibit the lowest ferroptosis score. In the cortex, ferroptosis score were elevated in neurons, relevant to a variety of neurodegenerative disease‐related pathways. Spatial transcriptomics demonstrated a significant co‐localization among ferroptosis score, neurodegeneration and microglia, which was verified by spatial proteomics. Furthermore, we established a diagnostic model of multiple sclerosis based on 24 ferroptosis‐related genes in the peripheral blood. Ferroptosis might exhibits a dual role in the context of multiple sclerosis, relevant to both neuroimmunity and neurodegeneration, thereby presenting a promising and novel therapeutic target. Ferroptosis‐related genes in the blood that could potentially serve as diagnostic and prognostic markers for multiple sclerosis.
Design of multi‐epitope chimeric vaccine against Monkeypox virus and SARS‐CoV‐2: A vaccinomics perspective
Authors: Al‐Madhagi Haitham , Kanawati Adeela , Tahan Zaher 
Published: May 2024

AbstractThe current era we experience is full with pandemic infectious agents that no longer threatens the major local source but the whole globe. Almost the most emerging infectious agents are severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus‐2 (SARS CoV‐2), followed by monkeypox virus (MPXV). Since no approved antiviral drugs nor licensed active vaccines are yet available, we aimed to utilize immunoinformatics approach to design chimeric vaccine against the two mentioned viruses. This is the first study to deal with design divalent vaccine against SARS‐CoV‐2 and MPXV. ORF8, E and M proteins from Omicron SARS‐CoV‐2 and gp182 from MPXV were used as the protein precursor from which multi‐epitopes (inducing B‐cell, helper T cells, cytotoxic T cells and interferon‐ɣ) chimeric vaccine was contrived. The structure of the vaccine construct was predicted, validated, and docked to toll‐like receptor‐2 (TLR‐2). Moreover, its sequence was also used to examine the immune simulation profile and was then inserted into the pET‐28a plasmid for in silico cloning. The vaccine construct was probable antigen (0.543) and safe (non‐allergen) with strong binding energy to TLR‐2 (−1169.8 kcal/mol) and found to have significant immune simulation profile. In conclusion, the designed chimeric vaccine was potent and safe against SARS‐CoV‐2 and MPXV, which deserves further consideration.
High‐intensity interval training mitigates the progression of periodontitis and improves behavioural aspects in rats
Authors: Pereira Ramona Ramalho de Souza , Castro Giselle Bicalho de , Magalhães Caíque Olegário Diniz e , Costa Karine Beatriz , Garcia Bruna Caroline Chaves , Silva Gabriela , Carvalho Jaqueline do Carmo Lima , Machado Alan Rodrigues Teixeira , Vieira Etel Rocha , Cassilhas Ricardo Cardoso , Pereira Luciano José , Dias‐Peixoto Marco Fabrício , Andrade Eric Francelino 
Published: May 2024

AbstractAimTo investigate the effects of high‐intensity interval training (HIIT) on periodontitis (PD) progression and behavioural outcomes.Materials and MethodsForty‐eight Wistar rats were divided into four groups: non‐trained (NT); non‐trained with PD; HIIT with PD; and HIIT. The HIIT protocol, involving daily treadmill sessions, spanned 8 weeks, with PD induced by ligature after the 6th week. Behavioural tests were conducted to assess anxiety and memory. Post euthanasia, we evaluated the systemic inflammatory profile and oxidative stress markers in the hippocampus and amygdala. A morphological evaluation and elemental composition analysis of the mandibular alveolar bone were performed.ResultsPD exacerbated alveolar bone level, bone surface damage and alterations in calcium and phosphorus percentages on the bone surface (p < .05), while HIIT attenuated these changes (p < .05). HIIT improved systemic inflammatory markers altered by PD (tumour necrosis factor [TNF]‐α, interleukin [IL]‐10, TNF‐α/IL‐10 and IL‐1β/IL‐10 ratios, p < .05). PD animals exhibited lower total antioxidant capacity and levels of thiobarbituric acid reactive substances in the amygdala and hippocampus, respectively (p < .05). HIIT maintained these parameters at levels similar to those in NT animals. HIIT improved anxiety and memory outcomes altered by PD (p < .05).ConclusionsHIIT attenuates systemic inflammation, anxiety and memory outcomes promoted by PD.
Small hive beetle infestation levels correlate with sun exposure but not aggression of honeybee host colonies
Authors: Teixeira Érica Weinstein , Papach Anna , Gonçalves Carla Adriana Machado , Neumann Peter 
Published: May 2024

AbstractSmall hive beetles (SHB), Aethina tumida, are free‐flying parasites, which actively seek and invade honeybee host colonies. Previous research suggests that SHB prefer colonies in the shade. Further, it has been stated that SHB invade any colony with equal impunity. Though, the impact of colony aggressiveness on SHB infestation levels has never been quantified. Here, we confirm significantly higher SHB infestation levels in shaded colonies and further suggest that host colony aggression is of minor importance only. In the state of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, local Africanized honeybee colonies at a sunny (N = 10) and at a shaded apiary (N = 11) were tested for aggression and visually screened for SHB infestations using standard methods. Both colony aggression and infestation levels were variable, but not significantly correlated. The results confirm that infestation levels are significantly higher in the shaded apiary than in the sun‐exposed one. However, host colony aggression is unlikely to interfere with SHB infestation levels of colonies. Instead, SHB seem to remain even in aggressive colonies. The underlying mechanisms for the significant differences in colony infestation levels due to sun exposure remain unknown. Beekeepers are advised to prefer sun‐exposed apiary locations in regions, where SHB are a pest of concern.
Opting out of cardiac rehabilitation in local community healthcare services: Patients' perspectives and reflections
Authors: Ravn Maiken Bay , Berthelsen Connie , Maribo Thomas , Nielsen Claus Vinther , Pedersen Charlotte G. , Handberg Charlotte 
Published: May 2024

AbstractRationaleDespite cardiac rehabilitation and medical treatment being integrated parts of the pathway of patients with cardiovascular disease, as well as the well‐establish positive effect, cardiac rehabilitation remains underutilised. In recent years, cardiac rehabilitation has increasingly been moved from the hospitals to the community healthcare services. This transition may be challenging for patients with cardiovascular disease.AimTo investigate reflections and perspectives of patients opting out of cardiac rehabilitation in community healthcare services to improve participation and adherence to cardiac rehabilitation in the future.ResultsA total of eight patients opting out of cardiac rehabilitation participated in individual interviews. Opting out of cardiac rehabilitation is defined as never enroled or did not complete cardiac rehabilitation. The Interpretive Description methodology was used in the analysis where two themes and six subthemes were identified: (1) ‘Structural and organisational factors’ with three subthemes; Being a patient in the healthcare system, Enroling into CR when it is meaningful, and Getting back to work is vital, and (2) ‘Patients' internal factors’ with three subthemes; Feeling a desire to regain control, Seeing yourself as recovered, and Being aware of own needs. The analysis indicates that patients' decision to opt out of CR was multidimensional and based on a combination of factors.ConclusionEnsuring that the healthcare professionals in the community have sufficient information regarding the patient and a clear communication plan between the healthcare professionals and the patient may reduce the transition causing confusion and frustrations for patients. Incorporating a vocational element in CR and ensuring that employers understand the importance of CR may hamper returning to work as a challenge to CR. Ensuring timely CR referral and enrolment and a transition coordinator may reduce the challenge of patients not viewing CR as meaningful. However, further studies are needed to fully understand how CR could become meaningful for patients opting out of CR.