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The concept of “state fishes of India”: Current status, knowledge gaps, and strategic plans for conservation and sustainable utilization
Authors: Sarkar Uttam Kumar , Kathirvelpandian Ayyathurai , Kantharajan Ganesan , Tyagi Lalit Kumar , Lakra Wazir Singh 
Published: March 2024

AbstractThe concept of “state fishes of India” highlights the importance and significance of the prioritized fish species distributed across various states within the country. This review article systematically documents the current status of state fishes from various perspectives, identifies the prevailing knowledge gaps, and also highlights the issues and strategic plans essential for the conservation and sustainable utilization of these valuable genetic resources. A total of 8357 publications were checked for the consolidated information on state fish species, and the appropriate items were selected under eight categories: biology, physiology and nutrition, aquaculture, habitat and environmental parameters, genetics and biotechnology, harvest and postharvest, fish health management, and others. The synthesized information was used to present the current status of research and development on state fish species. The knowledge gaps that are to be addressed are also depicted under the perspectives of fisheries management and conservation aquaculture. Based on the findings, strategic plans for the targeted conservation programmes are proposed and discussed under various in situ and ex situ conservation measures. Further, the departmental processes involved in the declaration, the importance of stakeholder involvement, namely, local communities and policymakers, in fostering effective conservation measures, and planning for utilization of these valuable fish genetic resources are also indicated.
Serum T50 predicts cardiovascular mortality in individuals with type 2 diabetes: A prospective cohort study
Authors: van der Vaart Amarens , Eelderink Coby , van Goor Harry , Hillebrands Jan‐Luuk , te Velde‐Keyzer Charlotte A. , Bakker Stephan J.L. , Pasch Andreas , van Dijk Peter R. , Laverman Gozewijn D. , de Borst Martin H. 
Published: March 2024

AbstractBackground and aimsIndividuals with type 2 diabetes (T2D) have a higher risk of cardiovascular disease, compared with those without T2D. The serum T50 test captures the transformation time of calciprotein particles in serum. We aimed to assess whether serum T50 predicts cardiovascular mortality in T2D patients, independent of traditional risk factors.MethodsWe analyzed 621 individuals with T2D in this prospective cohort study. Cox regression models were performed to test the association between serum T50 and cardiovascular and all‐cause mortality. Causes of death were categorized according to ICD‐10 codes. Risk prediction improvement was assessed by comparing Harrell's C for models without and with T50.ResultsThe mean age was 64.2 ± 9.8 years, and 61% were male. The average serum T50 time was 323 ± 63 min. Higher age, alcohol use, high‐sensitive C‐reactive protein, and plasma phosphate were associated with lower serum T50 levels. Higher plasma triglycerides, venous bicarbonate, sodium, magnesium, and alanine aminotransferase were associated with higher serum T50 levels. After a follow‐up of 7.5[5.4–10.7] years, each 60 min decrease in serum T50 was associated with an increased risk of cardiovascular (fully adjusted HR 1.32, 95% CI 1.08–1.50, and p = 0.01) and all‐cause mortality (HR 1.15, 95%CI 1.00–1.38, and p = 0.04). Results were consistent in sensitivity analyses after exclusion of individuals with estimated glomerular filtration rate <45 or <60 mL/min/1.73 m2 and higher plasma phosphate levels.ConclusionsSerum T50 improves prediction of cardiovascular and all‐cause mortality risk in individuals with T2D. Serum T50 may be useful for risk stratification and to guide therapeutic strategies aiming to reduce cardiovascular mortality in T2D.
Prevalence of obstructive sleep apnoea syndrome in oncological patients: A systematic review and meta‐analysis
Authors: Kader Mohammed Abdul , Sainudeen Shan , Khan Abdul Ahad Ghaffar , Arora Suraj , Ronsivalle Vincenzo , Marrapodi Maria Maddalena , Cicciù Marco , Minervini Giuseppe 
Published: March 2024

AbstractBackgroundObstructive sleep apnoea syndrome (OSAS) has garnered increasing attention in recent years due to its potential association with cancer. This systematic review and meta‐analysis aimed to assess the prevalence of OSAS in cancer patients through a comprehensive analysis of existing literature.MethodsThis systematic review and meta‐analysis, conducted in accordance with the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta‐Analyses (PRISMA) protocol, aimed to evaluate the prevalence of OSAS in cancer patients. A comprehensive search of electronic databases was performed to identify relevant studies published up to September 2021. Eligible studies reporting on the prevalence of OSAS in cancer patients, encompassing various study designs, were included in the analysis. Pooled estimates of the odds ratios (OR) with 95% confidence intervals (CIs) were calculated using a random effects model. Heterogeneity among the studies was assessed using the I2 statistic.ResultsSeventeen studies fulfilled the inclusion criteria and were subsequently included in the review. The prevalence of OSAS in cancer patients was estimated to have an overall OR of 0.80 (95% CI: 0.75–0.85). In comparison with non‐cancer patients, cancer patients had a statistically significant greater risk of OSAS, as indicated by the total estimated RR for the prevalence of OSAS in cancer patients, which was 0.89 (95% CI: 0.86–0.92). Nonetheless, there was a significant amount of heterogeneity (I2 = 96%) among the studies.ConclusionThe overall data analysed in this review indicates that patients with cancer had far reduced likelihood of developing OSAS than individuals without cancer. However, the significant variation across the included studies highlights the need for additional investigation to fully clarify the complex association between OSAS and cancer incidence. These results emphasise how critical it is to identify OSAS as a possible comorbidity in cancer patients, one that should be taken into account for clinical management and ongoing research.
Disrupting neoliberal diversity discourse with critical race college transition stories
Authors: Laiduc Giselle , Slattery Ian , Covarrubias Rebecca 
Published: March 2024

AbstractThe college transition can challenge students’ sense‐making of diversity, race, and oppression. Yet prevailing neoliberal discourses touting the market value of diversity can thwart this potential by promoting color‐evasive messaging that avoids reckoning with racism. Guided by Critical Race Theory, we explored incoming students’ sense‐making of diversity (n = 421) after being exposed to either color‐evasive transition stories or more critical stories that discussed intersecting experiences with oppression. Using discourse analysis, we observed that Black, Latinx, and Native students and their Asian and white counterparts reproduced common neoliberal logics emphasizing the educational benefits of diversity. However, critical stories reminded Black, Latinx, and Native students of the limits of diversity to change structures. For Asian and white students, critical stories elicited more aversive reactions and more endorsements of how diversity broadens equal access. Understanding students’ diversity discourses can inform how universities engage conversations about difference to counteract neoliberal talk that undermines racial justice.
Considerations for peer research and implications for mental health professionals: learning from research on food insecurity and severe mental illness
Authors: McGeechan Grant J. , Moore Hannah , Le Sauvage Nikita , Smith Jo , Giles Emma L. 
Published: March 2024

Accessible SummaryWhat is known on the subject

Peer research methodologies and methods are increasingly used in research, particularly to benefit from lived experiences.

The experiences of peer researchers with severe mental illness are less common, including the impact on them of conducting peer‐led research.

What the paper adds to existing knowledge

This paper shares the experience of peer research and suggests in the context of food insecurity, that it is not well understood by some healthcare professionals.

What are the implications for practice

Implications include considerations around trauma‐informed care and the need for screening for food insecurity in mental healthcare settings. Research implications include providing training for peer research and needing to consider longevity of peer researcher relationships.

AbstractIntroductionFood insecurity means that a person does not have access to sufficient nutritious food for normal growth and health. This can lead to health problems such as obesity, heart disease, diabetes and other long term chronic health conditions. People living with a severe mental illness are more likely to experience food insecurity than people without a severe mental illness.AimThe aim of this paper is to present a lived experience narrative of two peer researchers. Peer researchers conducted interviews with adults with severe mental illness from Northern England as part of a funded research project. These interviews discussed experiences of food insecurity and strategies to tackle it and were conducted between March and December 2022.ThesisThe following paper does not discuss the results of the interviews themselves. Rather the narrative begins with an overview of peer research, before sharing the experiences of the two peer researchers in undertaking this project.Implications for PracticeThis includes healthcare professionals understanding food insecurity, what it is and what it is not, thinking about trauma‐informed care, and screening for food insecurity. Peer research implications centre on adequate support and training, considerations to longevity of peer research relationships and reducing unnecessary research burden for peer researchers.
Revisiting Xylaria diversity in Southern China: Descriptions of 40 new species
Authors: Li Qi‐Rui , Habib Kamran , Wu You‐Peng , Long Si‐Han , Zhang Xu , Hu Hong‐Min , Wu Qian‐Zhen , Liu Li‐Li , Lin Yan , Shen Xiang‐Chun , Kang Ji‐Chuan 
Published: March 2024

AbstractThe genus Xylaria comprises a diverse group of fungi with a global distribution and significant ecological importance, known for being a source of bioactive secondary metabolites with antibacterial, antioxidative, anticarcinogenic, and additional properties. In this study, we present a comprehensive taxonomic revision of the species of Xylaria found in some parts of southern China, characterized by an extensive multilocus phylogeny analysis based on internal transcribed spacer (ITS), TUB2 (β‐tubulin), and DNA‐directed RNA polymerase II subunit 2 (rpb2) gene regions. Morphological examination and detailed comparative analyses of the collected specimens were conducted to determine the distinctiveness of each species. The multilocus phylogeny approach allowed us to infer evolutionary relationships and assess species boundaries accurately, leading to the identification of 40 novel Xylaria species hitherto unknown to science. The newly described species are: X. baoshanensis, X. bawanglingensis, X. botryoidalis, X. dadugangensis, X. doupengshanensis, X. fanglanii, X. glaucae, X. guizhouensis, X. japonica, X. jinghongensis, X. jinshanensis, X. kuankuoshuiensis, X. liboensis, X. negundinis, X. orbiculati, X. ovata, X. pseudoanisopleura, X. pseudocubensis, X. pseudobambusicola, X. pseudoglobosa, X. pseudohemisphaerica, X. pseudohypoxylon, X. puerensis, X. qianensis, X. qiongzhouensis, X. rhombostroma, X. serratifoliae, X. shishangensis, X. shuqunii, X. shuangjiangensis, X. sinensis, X. tongrenensis, X. umbellata, X. xishuiensis, X. yaorenshanensis, X. yinggelingensis, X. yumingii, X. yunnanensis, X. zangmui, and X. zonghuangii. The study's findings shed light on the distinctiveness of the newly described species, supported by both morphological distinctions and phylogenetic relationships with their close relatives. This taxonomic revision significantly contributes to our understanding the diversity of Xylaria in China and enriches the knowledge of fungal biodiversity worldwide.
Folding during sheeting improved qualities of dried noodles through gluten network proteins
Authors: Li Yaojia , Zheng Haitao , Qi Yajing , Ashraf Jawad , Zhu Shuyun , Xu Bin 
Published: March 2024

AbstractThe texture properties after cooking for 12 min were selected to optimize the sheeting parameters, and the results were verified using the comprehensive quality of dried noodles. The distribution of water, characteristics of gluten protein, and interaction between gluten network and starch were analyzed to clarify the mechanism of the quality of dried noodles. Results showed that the optimal folding angle was 45°, under this condition, the largest anti‐extension displacement perpendicular to the rolling direction and the smallest cooking loss were obtained. The hardness and smoothness of cooked noodles increased by about 14% to 17%. Further, the transverse relaxation time of strongly bound water significantly decreased, while the relative content and binding strength increased. The hydrogen bonds and α‐helix contents increased by about 68.8% and 53.1%, respectively. Folding and sheeting enhanced the combination of starch granules and gluten network causing, decreased in the average length and porosity of the gluten network. It is depicted from the results that the method of optimizing the sheeting process based on the texture of dried noodles cooked for 12 min was feasible. And the 45° folding and sheeting could help to improve the quality of dried noodles.
Leaf day respiration: More than just catabolic CO2 production in the light
Authors: Tcherkez Guillaume , Abadie Cyril , Dourmap Corentin , Lalande Julie , Limami Anis M. 
Published: March 2024

Summary statementDay respiration is a net flux resulting from several CO2‐generating and CO2‐fixing reactions, not only related to catabolism but also to anabolism. We review pieces of evidence that decarboxylating reactions are partly fed by carbon sources disconnected from current photosynthesis and how they reflect various metabolic pathways.
Automatic extraction of multiple morphological parameters of lunar impact craters
Authors: Xiao Meng , Hu Teng , Kang Zhizhong , Zhao Haifeng , Liu Feng 
Published: March 2024

AbstractImpact craters are geomorphological features widely distributed on the lunar surface. Their morphological parameters are crucial for studying the reasons for their formation, the thickness of the lunar regolith at the impact site and the age of the impact crater. However, current research on the extraction of multiple morphological parameters from a large number of impact craters within extensive geographical regions faces several challenges, including issues related to coordinate offsets in heterogeneous data, insufficient interpretation of impact crater profile morphology and incomplete extraction of morphological parameters. To address the aforementioned challenges, this paper proposes an automatic extraction method of morphological parameters based on the digital elevation model (DEM) and impact crater database. It involves the correction of heterogeneous data coordinate offset, simulation of impact crater profile morphology and various impact crater morphological parameter automatic extraction. And the method is designed to handle large numbers of impact craters in a wide range of areas. This makes it particularly useful for studies involving regional‐scale impact crater analysis. Experiments were carried out in geological units of different ages and we analysed the accuracy of this method. The analysis results show that: first, the proposed method has a relatively effective impact crater centre position offset correction. Second, the impact crater profile shape fitting result is relatively accurate. The R‐squared value (R2) is distributed from 0.97 to 1, and the mean absolute percentage error (MAPE) is between 0.032% and 0.568%, which reflects high goodness of fit. Finally, the eight morphological parameters automatically extracted using this method, such as depth, depth–diameter ratio, and internal and external slope, are basically consistent with those extracted manually. By comparing the proposed method with a similar approach, the results demonstrate that it is effective and can provide data support for relevant lunar surface research.
Modification of traditional composite nonwovens with stable storage of light absorption transients and photodynamic antibacterial effect
Authors: Li Ting‐Ting , Shou Bing‐Bing , Yang Lu , Ren Hai‐Tao , Hu Xian‐Jin , Lin Jia‐Horng , Cai Tao , Lou Ching‐Wen 
Published: March 2024

AbstractCombining photodynamic antimicrobials with nonwovens is prospective. However, common photosensitizers still have drawbacks such as poor photoactivity and the inability to charge. In this study, a photodynamic and high‐efficiency antimicrobial protective material was prepared by grafting bis benzophenone‐structured 4,4‐terephthaloyl diphthalic anhydride (TDPA) photosensitizer, and antimicrobial agent chlorogenic acid (CA) onto spunbond‐meltblown‐spunbond (SMS) membranes. The charging rates for ·OH and H2O2 were 6377.89 and 913.52 μg/g/h. The light absorption transients structural storage remained above 69% for 1 month. High electrical capacity remained after seven cycles indicating its rechargeability and recyclability. The SMS/TDPA/CA membrane has excellent bactericidal performance when under illumination or lightless conditions, and the bactericidal efficiency of Escherichia coli and Staphylococcus aureus reached over 99%. The construction of self‐disinfection textiles based on the photodynamic strategies proposed in this paper is constructive for expanding and promoting the application of textile materials in the medical field.
Divergent roles of IREG/Ferroportin transporters from the nickel hyperaccumulator Leucocroton havanensis
Authors: González Dubiel Alfonso , de la Torre Vanesa Sánchez García , Fernández Rolando Reyes , Barreau Louise , Merlot Sylvain 
Published: March 2024

AbstractIn response to our ever‐increasing demand for metals, phytotechnologies are being developed to limit the environmental impact of conventional metal mining. However, the development of these technologies, which rely on plant species able to tolerate and accumulate metals, is partly limited by our lack of knowledge of the underlying molecular mechanisms. In this work, we aimed to better understand the role of metal transporters of the IRON REGULATED 1/FERROPORTIN (IREG/FPN) family from the nickel hyperaccumulator Leucocroton havanensis from the Euphorbiaceae family. Using transcriptomic data, we identified two homologous genes, LhavIREG1 and LhavIREG2, encoding divalent metal transporters of the IREG/FPN family. Both genes are expressed at similar levels in shoots, but LhavIREG1 shows higher expression in roots. The heterologous expression of these transporters in A. thaliana revealed that LhavIREG1 is localized to the plasma membrane, whereas LhavIREG2 is located on the vacuole. In addition, the expression of each gene induced a significant increase in nickel tolerance. Taken together, our data suggest that LhavIREG2 is involved in nickel sequestration in vacuoles of leaf cells, whereas LhavIREG1 is mainly involved in nickel translocation from roots to shoots, but could also be involved in metal sequestration in cell walls. Our results suggest that paralogous IREG/FPN transporters may play complementary roles in nickel hyperaccumulation in plants.
Diverse projected climate change scenarios affect the physiology of broccoli plants to different extents
Authors: Pineda Mónica , Barón Matilde , Pérez‐Bueno María Luisa 
Published: March 2024

AbstractClimate change caused by global warming involves crucial plant growth factors such as atmospheric CO2 concentration, ambient temperature or water availability. These stressors usually co‐occur, causing intricate alterations in plant physiology and development. This work focuses on how elevated atmospheric CO2 levels, together with the concomitant high temperature, would affect the physiology of a relevant crop, such as broccoli. Particular attention has been paid to those defence mechanisms that contribute to plant fitness under abiotic stress. Results show that both photosynthesis and leaf transpiration were reduced in plants grown under climate change environments compared to those grown under current climate conditions. Furthermore, an induction of carbohydrate catabolism pointed to a redistribution from primary to secondary metabolism. This result could be related to a reinforcement of cell walls, as well as to an increase in the pool of antioxidants in the leaves. Broccoli plants, a C3 crop, grown under an intermediate condition showed activation of those adaptive mechanisms, which would contribute to coping with abiotic stress, as confirmed by reduced levels of lipid peroxidation relative to current climate conditions. On the contrary, the most severe climate change scenario exceeded the adaptive capacity of broccoli plants, as shown by the inhibition of growth and reduced vigour of plants. In conclusion, only a moderate increase in atmospheric CO2 concentration and temperature would not have a negative impact on broccoli crop yields.
Involving citizens in regulation: A comparative qualitative study of four experimentalist cases of participatory regulation in Dutch health care
Authors: de Graaff Bert , Rutz Suzanne , Stoopendaal Annemiek , van de Bovenkamp Hester 
Published: March 2024

AbstractThe literature on responsive regulation argues that citizens should be involved in regulatory practices to avoid capture between regulator and regulatee. It also argues that including citizens can add an important perspective to regulatory practices. However, we know little about how citizens' perspectives are brought into regulatory practices. This paper draws on existing qualitative research to compare and analyze four cases of experimental participatory regulation in Dutch health care, focusing on the theoretical assumptions that citizen involvement (a) prevents capture, and (b) stimulates the inclusion of new perspectives. Our results show that involving citizens in regulation can increase transparency and trust in regulatory practices and familiarizes regulators with other perspectives. It is, however, up to the regulator to work on deriving benefits from that involvement—not only the practical work of organizing participatory regulation, but also the conceptual work of reflecting on their own assumptions and standards. We do find evidence for weak forms of capture and argue for the need to extend capture to involve multiple actors. We reflect on these results for theory development and regulatory practice.
Deceptive choice architecture and behavioral audits: A principles‐based approach
Authors: Mills Stuart 
Published: March 2024

AbstractRegulators are increasingly concerned about deceptive, online choice architecture, including dark patterns and behavioral sludge. From a behavioral science perspective, fostering a regulatory environment which reduces the economic harm caused by deceptive designs, while safeguarding the benefits of well‐meaning behavioral insights, is essential. This article argues for a principles‐based approach and proposes behavioral audits as a tool to support this approach.