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Growth and yield of Retrophyllum rospigliosii pure plantations in the Colombian Andes
Authors: Ramírez Jorge Andrés , Marín Adriana , Gómez Alejandro , del Valle Jorge Ignacio 
Published: April 2024

AbstractMost reforestation in Colombia, especially in the Andean region, are monocultures of pines and eucalyptus with defined nursery and silvicultural packages. Planting native species would avoid the widespread controversy over reforestation with exotic species. Nevertheless, there are few studies that evaluate the growth and yield of native species and provide supported data to establish new projects. Here, we modeled the growth and yield of the native coniferous Retrophyllum rospigliosii in different areas of the Colombian Andes in terms of mean diameter (D), height (H), and volume (V) as a function of age, based on longitudinal data from 115 research sample plots from three sites that were remeasured between 4 and 9 times for 20 years. We fitted the von Bertalanffy growth model for D, H, and V through Bayesian generalized nonlinear mixed models to model tree growth. The adjustment of the models for the absolute growth of R. rospigliosii was 0.99, 0.99, and 0.97 for D, H, and V, respectively. All models fulfilled all regression assumptions. Although the growth rates of R. rospigliosii differed between planted sites, R. rospigliosii plantations generally exhibited low growth and barely reached the sizes required for commercialization. These results suggest that the extensive use of R. rospigliosii in pure plantations is unlikely and discourages the massive propagation of R. rospigliosii.
Breather, lump, M-shape and other interaction for the Poisson–Nernst–Planck equation in biological membranes
Authors: Ceesay Baboucarr , Ahmed Nauman , Baber Muhammad Zafarullah , Akgül Ali 
Published: April 2024

AbstractThis paper investigates a novel method for exploring soliton behavior in ion transport across biological membranes. This study uses the Hirota bilinear transformation technique together with the Poisson–Nernst–Planck equation. A thorough grasp of ion transport dynamics is crucial in many different scientific fields since biological membranes are important in controlling the movement of ions within cells. By extending the standard equation, the suggested methodology offers a more thorough framework for examining ion transport processes. We examine a variety of ion-acoustic wave structures using the Hirota bilinear transformation technique. The different forms of solitons are obtained including breather waves, lump waves, mixed-type waves, periodic cross-kink waves, M-shaped rational waves, M-shaped rational wave solutions with one kink, and M-shaped rational waves with two kinks. It is evident from these numerous wave shapes that ion transport inside biological membranes is highly relevant, and they provide important insights that may have an impact on various scientific disciplines, medication development, and other areas. This extensive approach helps scholars dig deeper into the complexity of ion transport, illuminating the complicated mechanisms driving this essential biological function. Additionally, to show the physical interpretations of these solutions we construct the 3D and their corresponding contour plots by choosing the different values of constants. So, these solutions give us the better physical behaviors.
Fleshing Out the Ways Masculinity Threat and Traditional Masculinity Ideology Relate to Meat-Eating and Environmental Attitudes in Australian Men
Authors: Neumann Claudio , Stanley Samantha K. , Cárdenas Diana 
Published: April 2024

AbstractMeat consumption needs to be reduced to limit climate change but achieving this requires understanding the drivers of meat consumption. In this study, we investigated two potential drivers—a contextual threat to masculinity and the stable individual difference of masculine ideology—and how they predict meat-eating intentions, attitudes, and environmentalism. Employing a sample of 375 Australian men, a population known for its high meat consumption, we did not find support that a contextual threat to men’s masculinity increased pro-meat attitudes or intentions. Instead, we found that prevailing views about masculine ideology significantly predicted meat-related attitudes and intentions, with avoidance of femininity associated with lower avoidance of meat and lower intentions to eat clean meat, and the endorsement of male dominance tied to lower pro-environmental responding. Our findings suggest that situational threats to masculinity may not robustly affect meat consumption intentions and highlight the importance of more stable individual differences in the conception of the male gender identity in maintaining men’s high meat consumption.
Valid consent in the acute hospital setting: perspectives of patients and members of the public
Authors: Kovic Živa , Kobua Motheo , Fogarty Mary , Donohoe Claire L. , Kelly Michael E. , Fitzmaurice Gerard J. , Fitzgerald Mella , Zambra Paul , Geary Una , Ward Marie E. 
Published: April 2024

Abstract
Background
People who interact with healthcare services have an ethical and legal right to control their own lives, to make informed decisions, and to consent to what happens to them. For consent to be considered ethically and legally valid, three key criteria must be met: consent must be given voluntarily; people must be sufficiently informed of all options; and people should have capacity to make the decision to give or withhold their consent.

Aim
This study set out to explore, through the use of surveys, the perspectives of patients and public in relation to consent.

Method
Surveys were developed for patients and the public and administered paper based (patients) and through social media (public).

Results
One hundred and forty surveys were posted to patients, with a 38% response rate; 104 responses were received from the public. Ninety-six percent of patients were satisfied that the decision they made was informed; 100% felt they had made a voluntary decision; 98% felt the clinician seemed knowledgeable about the procedure. What matters most to the public were being informed about the risks associated with the proposed procedure and being assured that whatever choice they make they will receive the best care possible.

Conclusions
The results highlight interesting similarities and differences in relation to consent between members of the public thinking about a possible treatment, surgery, or procedure and those patients who have actually been through the process in the past 12 months. Recommendations have been developed on the basis of these findings to co-design improvements in consent practices.
What’s the use of educational research? Six stories reflecting on research use with communities
Authors: Rudolph Sophie , Mayes Eve , Molla Tebeje , Chiew Sophie , Abhayawickrama Natasha , Maiava Netta , Villafana Danielle , Welch Rosie , Liu Ben , Couper Rachel , Duhn Iris , Fricker Al , Thomas Archie , Dewanyang Menasik , McQuire Hayley , Hashimoto-Benfatto Sophie , Spisbah Michelle , Smith Zach , Onus-Browne Tarneen , Rowe Emma , Windle Joel , Rizvi Fazal 
Published: April 2024

AbstractThe question of how education research can be ‘useful’ is an enduring and challenging one. In recent years, this question has been approached by universities through a widespread ‘impact’ agenda. In this article, we explore the tensions between usefulness and impact and present six stories that reflect on research use with communities. These stories engage issues of the risk of usefulness, the time that is needed to work collaboratively for research usefulness, whether theories developed in universities can be useful to communities for understanding the problems they face, who has the power to steer research to serve their purposes, and how community collective action can enhance the usefulness of research. The article concludes with a section that reflects on the importance of continuing to engage with the debates about research use in often highly commercially oriented university environments. This article brings together diverse voices that wrestle with the politics of research use beyond the neat, linear narratives of change that impact agendas tend to portray. These illustrations of the ethical dilemmas encountered through navigating research use with communities contribute to an ongoing conversation about refusing capitalist and colonialist logics of research extraction while working within institutions often driven by such logics.
Impact of cultivation conditions on physicochemical characteristics of Miscanthus × giganteus biomass
Authors: Newton R. A. , Pidlisnyuk V. , Pohl R. , Mamirova A. , Zschunke T. 
Published: April 2024

AbstractMiscanthus × giganteus has emerged as a successful energy crop for remediating marginal land, offering potential as an alternative energy source for climate change mitigation. This study aimed to assess the physicochemical properties for gasification of Miscanthus × giganteus biomass from plantations with diverse soil origins, characteristics, contamination levels, age, and climate conditions, aiming to determine their influence on the energy properties. Fuel parameters, i.e.: ash content, volatile matter, calorific value, ultimate analysis, and ash melting behavior were measured. Analysis of biomass samples revealed significant variations in the ash content and volatile matter with the average values of 4.5 and 78.8%, respectively, depending of the produced biomass. The calorific value remained consistently high, ranging from 18 to 19 MJ kg−1, even when biomass was derived from the contaminated soil. Additionally, biomass ash exhibited complete melting at temperatures exceeding 1300 °C, signifying its suitability for gasification without encountering technical obstacles. Employing PCA analysis, the significance of plantation age, location, and soil characteristics in shaping the physicochemical properties of Miscanthus × giganteus biomass for gasification was highlighted. The results illustrated that soil contamination by trace elements had a minimal impact on the physicochemical properties, whereas plantation age and climate conditions significantly influenced to the fuel properties of biomass.
The Prevalence and Correlates of Self-restraint in Individuals with Autism and/or Intellectual Disability: a Systematic Review and Meta-analysis
Authors: Marlow Katherine , Agar Georgie , Jones Christopher , Devine Rory T. , Richards Caroline 
Published: April 2024

Abstract
Purpose
Self-restraint, purposeful restriction of one’s own bodily movements is observed in individuals with neurodevelopmental conditions. Case studies and cross-sectional investigations have reported that self-restraint co-occurs with self-injurious behaviour; however, small sample sizes limit understanding of prevalence and function. We aimed to synthesise the existing literature and estimate the pooled prevalence of self-restraint in autistic individuals and/or individuals with intellectual disability, and the pooled effect size with self-injury.

Methods
Six databases were systematically searched in accordance with PRISMA guidelines.

Results
A total of 21,567 papers were retrieved, with 15 samples from 13 records included in the analyses. The pooled prevalence estimate of self-restraint in individuals with autism and/or intellectual disability was 39%, 95% CI [26.25, 51.59]. Age and presence of autism significantly increased prevalence rates. Pooled prevalence estimates were consistent across gender, presence of intellectual disability, and type of measurement of self-restraint. Meta-analyses of 31 topographies of self-restraint revealed ‘holds or squeezes objects’ and ‘holding onto others, holding onto others’ clothing’ were the most prevalent behaviours amongst those who self-restrained (both 32%). The least prevalent behaviour was ‘chooses mechanical restraint’ (1%). Pooled prevalence estimates of self-restraint in individuals known to self-injure were 34%, 95% CI [21.36, 46.97], and 13%, 95% CI [5.01, 21.43], in individuals who did not self-injure. Self-restraint and self-injurious behaviour were positively correlated, r = 0.21, 95% CI [0.14, 0.27], K = 13.

Conclusions
Findings highlight that on average, over one third of individuals with autism and/or intellectual disability show self-restraint. Clinical and theoretical implications of findings are discussed.
Deficits in force production during multifinger tasks demarcate cognitive dysfunction
Authors: Carson Richard G. , Berdondini Debora , Crosbie Maebh , McConville Caoilan , Forbes Shannon , Stewart Marla , Chiu Ruth Zhi Xian 
Published: April 2024

AbstractBackgroundThe multifinger force deficit (MFFD) is the decline in force generated by each finger as the number of fingers contributing to an action is increased. It has been shown to associate with cognitive status.AimsThe aim was to establish whether a particularly challenging form of multifinger grip dynamometry, that provides minimal tactile feedback via cutaneous receptors and requires active compensation for reaction forces, will yield an MFFD that is more sensitive to cognitive status.MethodsAssociations between measures of motor function, and cognitive status (Montreal Cognitive Assessment [MoCA]) and latent components of cognitive function (derived from 11 tests using principal component analysis), were estimated cross-sectionally using generalized partial rank correlations. The participants (n =  62) were community dwelling, aged 65–87.ResultsApproximately half the participants were unable to complete the dynamometry task successfully. Cognitive status demarcated individuals who could perform the task from those who could not. Among those who complied with the task requirements, the MFFD was negatively correlated with MoCA scores—those with the highest MoCA scores tended to exhibit the smallest deficits, and vice versa. There were corresponding associations with latent components of cognitive function.DiscussionThe results support the view that neurodegenerative processes that are a feature of normal and pathological aging exert corresponding effects on expressions of motor coordination—in multifinger tasks, and cognitive sufficiency, due to their dependence on shared neural systems.ConclusionsThe outcomes add weight to the assertion that deficits in force production during multifinger tasks are sensitive to cognitive dysfunction.
Bianchi period polynomials: Hecke action and congruences
Authors: Combes Lewis 
Published: April 2024

AbstractLet $$\Gamma ={{\,\mathrm{\textrm{PSL}}\,}}_2(\mathcal {O})$$

Γ
=

PSL

2

(
O
)

be a Bianchi group associated to one of the five Euclidean imaginary quadratic fields. We show that the space of weight k period polynomials for $$\Gamma $$
Γ
is “dual” to the space of weight k modular symbols for $$\Gamma $$
Γ
, reflecting the duality between the first and second cohomology groups of the arithmetic group $$\Gamma $$
Γ
. Using this result, we describe the action of Hecke operators on the space of period polynomials for $$\Gamma $$
Γ
via the Heilbronn matrices. As in the classical case, spaces of Bianchi period polynomials are related to parabolic cohomology of Bianchi groups, and in turn, via the Eichler–Shimura–Harder Isomorphism, to spaces of Bianchi modular forms. In the second part of the paper, we numerically investigate congruences between level 1 Bianchi eigenforms via computer programs which implement the above mentioned Hecke action on spaces of Bianchi period polynomials. Computations with the Hecke action are used to indicate moduli of congruences between the underlying Bianchi forms; we then prove the congruences using the period polynomials. From this we find congruences between genuine Bianchi modular forms and both a base-change Bianchi form and an Eisenstein series. We believe these congruences are the first of their kind in the literature.
Reliability and validity of the adapted Finnish version of the early onset scoliosis questionnaire (EOSQ-24)
Authors: Haapala Hermanni , Salonen Anne , Suominen Eetu , Syvänen Johanna , Repo Jussi , Matsumoto Hiroko , Ahonen Matti , Helenius Ilkka , Saarinen Antti 
Published: April 2024

Abstract
Background
EOSQ-24 is a disease specific patient-reported outcome score used to assess the quality of life in patients with early-onset scoliosis. The aim of this study was to translate and cross-culturally adapt the English version of the EOSQ-24 to Finnish language and to assess the reliability and validity of the translation.

Methods
Cross-cultural adaptation and cross-cultural validation were performed to the Finnish translation of the EOSQ-24. Patients and/or their caretakers were then recruited to assess the psychometric properties of the translation. We assessed the internal consistency, test–retest reliability, floor and ceiling effects, and discriminative abilities. One-hundred-and-three patients filled the questionnaire.

Results
EOSQ-24 was successfully translated into Finnish. The translation showed excellent internal consistency (Cronbach alpha 0.94), satisfactory item-total correlations ranging from 0.6 to 0.9, and moderate to strong inter item correlations. Test–retest reliability ranged from 0.7 to 0.96 indicating good to excellent agreement. Patients with neuromuscular and syndromic scoliosis reported lower EOSQ-24 scores when compared to patients’ idiopathic and congenital scoliosis. There was a significant negative correlation between major curve and EOSQ-24 scores in patients with idiopathic early onset scoliosis.

Conclusion
The internal consistency and test–retest reliability of the measure were found to be satisfactory. A marked ceiling effect was observed, indicating a potential source of error.
Biomechanical analysis of a trans-discal, multi-level stabilization screw (MLSS) at the upper instrumented vertebra (UIV) of long posterior thoracolumbar instrumentations
Authors: Collins Andrew P. , Shah Anoli A. , Shekouhi Niloufar , Goel Vijay K. , Theologis Alekos A. 
Published: April 2024

Abstract
Purpose
To evaluate proximal junctional biomechanics of a MLSS relative to traditional pedicle screw fixation at the proximal extent of T10-pelvis posterior instrumentation constructs (T10-p PSF).

Methods
A previously validated three-dimensional osseoligamentous spinopelvic finite element (FE) model was used to compare proximal junctional range-of-motion (ROM), vertebral body stresses, and discal biomechanics between two groups: (1) T10-p with a T10-11 MLSS (“T10-11 MLSS”) and (2) T10-p with a traditional T10 pedicle screw (“Traditional T10-PS”).

Results
The T10-11 MLSS had a 5% decrease in T9 cortical bone stress compared to Traditional T10-PS. Conversely, the T10 and T11 bone stresses increased by 46% and 98%, respectively, with T10-11 MLSS compared to Traditional T10-PS. Annular stresses and intradiscal pressures (IDP) were similar at T9-T10 between constructs. At the T10-11 disc, T10-11 MLSS decreased annular stresses by 29% and IDP by 48% compared to Traditional T10-PS. Adjacent ROM (T8-9 & T9-10) were similar between T10-11 MLSS and Traditional T10-PS. T10-11 MLSS had 39% greater ROM at T10-11 and 23% less ROM at T11-12 compared to Traditional T10-PS.

Conclusions
In this FE analysis, a T10-11 MLSS at the proximal extent of T10-pelvis posterior instrumentation resulted in increased T10 and T11 cortical bone stresses, decreased discal annular stress and IDP and increased ROM at T10-11, and no change in ROM at the adjacent level. Given the complex and multifactorial nature of proximal junctional kyphosis, these results require additional biomechanical and clinical evaluations to determine the clinical utility of MLSS on the proximal junctions of thoracolumbar posterior instrumented fusions.
The role of framing and effort in green nudging acceptance
Authors: Grelle Sonja , Kuhn Sascha , Fuhrmann-Riebel Hanna , Hofmann Wilhelm 
Published: April 2024

AbstractWhether nudges succeed in promoting pro-environmental behavior strongly depends on their public acceptance. Prior literature shows that the framing of nudges, i.e., whether they address the individual (personal framing) or the society (societal framing), is one critical factor in determining nudging acceptance. Since a personal framing highlights the costs individuals have to bear to comply, we hypothesize that people accept nudges more when addressing the general public rather than themselves personally. We expect the framing effect to be stronger for nudges that elicit high-effort behavior than low-effort behavior. Results of multilevel linear regression analyses in two online experiments (nStudy 1 = 294, nobs = 4,410; nStudy 2 = 565, nobs = 11,300) reveal an opposite pattern: People accept nudges more when personally (vs societally) framed. As predicted, nudges receive higher support when the promoted behavior is perceived as low effort. Exploratory path analysis in Study 2 shows that the perceived effectiveness of the nudge mediates the positive relation between personal framing and nudging acceptance. This project provides novel insights on facilitators and barriers in nudging acceptance and their implications for policy-making.
Sightings of Bryde's whale, Balaenoptera edeni, off the Pacific coast of Nicaragua
Authors: De Weerdt Joëlle , Patulny Carla , Ruiz Pérez Nerea , Blanchet Leslie 
Published: April 2024

Abstract
Here, we report the first sighting records of Bryde's whales in Nicaragua. Four sightings were made in 2022 during boat-based surveys off the southwestern coast of Nicaragua. Photo-identification, distributional data, dive times, and behavioural information were collected, and environmental parameters, including sea surface temperature, were measured for each sighting. Sightings included calf and non-calf groups displaying travelling (n = 1; 25%), milling (n = 1; 25%), and suspected feeding (n = 2; 50%) behaviours. Approximately 4 h of focal following allowed the calculation of short and long breath intervals. Based on our observations, the individuals were suspected of feeding in the area, based on the presence of feeding birds, feeding humpback whales, relatively high time-lagged chlorophyll-a, and observed general behaviours. Our findings indicate that this species may occasionally visit Nicaraguan coastal areas in search of feeding opportunities, and could represent a possible range extension of the Eastern North Pacific stock.
Relevance of shock waves derived from asteroid impacts in the atmosphere of the early Earth in the production of compounds of astrobiological interest
Authors: Ramírez-Vázquez Luisa , Cordero-Tercero Guadalupe , de la Rosa José , Cruz-Castañeda Jorge Armando , Negrón-Mendoza Alicia 
Published: April 2024

Abstract
The generation of organic compounds relevant to the origin of living beings is easily achieved if reducing conditions exist in the environment; however, proposed models of primitive atmospheres do not favour these conditions. This work considers the quantity and possible size of the cosmic bodies that could have impacted the Earth between 4.2 and 3.8 Ga. Different atmospheres (with gases such as CO2, CO, N2, CH4) were experimentally irradiated by an Nd-YAG laser (used to simulate the energy of a shock wave produced by the interaction of a cosmic body with the atmosphere). Although the main products are short-chain, saturated and unsaturated hydrocarbons, hydrogen cyanide (HCN) is the most abundant in some atmospheres. HCN is an important precursor of the organic molecules relevant to chemical evolution. According to our calculations, between 1023 and 1025 g of HCN could have been produced by the energy released to the atmosphere from the entry of cosmic objects between 4.2 and 3.8 Ga. Therefore, this shock wave energy could play an important role in the processes of chemical evolution.