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Forest expansion affects Odonata assemblage in floodplain: a case study in the Kiso River, central Japan
Authors: Higashikawa Wataru , Matsuzawa Yuki , Mori Terutaka 
Published: April 2024

AbstractIn floodplains, which are highly modified and less inundated, trees are expanding, thus raising concerns regarding their impact on freshwater organisms. We analyzed the relationship between forest expansion and the change in Odonata (dragonflies and damselflies) assemblage over an extended period of time in the floodplain with ponds of the Kiso River, central Japan. In the 1970s, the ponds were mainly surrounded by grasslands, and approximately 80% of Odonata species were non-forest species. However, the number of forest species increased and that of non-forest species largely decreased with the forest expansion over the past five decades, resulting in almost a similar number of forest and non-forest species in 2021. Whereas the abundance of the non-forest species had been greater than that of the forest species until the 2000s, the difference has been much smaller in the 2010s, and the non-forest species occupied approximately only 30% of the number of individuals in 2021. The forest expansion may have reduced the open-lentic habitats for the non-forest species, which require riparian grasslands for resting, foraging, and reproduction, and may disturb the immigration of non-forest species from the adjacent rice paddy fields and rivers. The development of canopy cover over the waterbodies may have decreased the light and temperature above and within the ponds, which might have caused a decline in species that prefer warm and open-water environments. Maintaining shifting-mosaic patterns of vegetation around the floodplain waterbodies through active management may be effective in conserving floodplain Odonata communities, including both forest and non-forest species.
A robust approach for inference on style analysis coefficients
Authors: Vistocco Domenico 
Published: April 2024

AbstractStyle analysis is an asset class factor model aiming at obtaining information on the internal allocation of a financial portfolio and at comparing portfolios with similar investment strategies. The aim of the paper is to investigate the use of quantile regression to draw inferences on style coefficients. In particular, we compare an approximation widely used from practitioners, the Lobosco–Di Bartolomeo solution, with robust estimators based on constrained median regression. The inference process exploits a rolling window procedure based on subsampling theory. Different sets of outliers have been simulated in order to show differences in the efficiency, in the coverage error and in the length of the resulting confidence intervals. The proposed solution shows better performance in presence of outliers in Y, in X, or in X and Y, in terms both of empirical coverage and of interval lengths, i.e. whereas the performance of the classical solution deteriorates.
Barriers to adherence to standard precautions among community health workers: a scoping review
Authors: Adejumo Margaret Dayo , Baker Melanie , Porock Davina 
Published: April 2024

Abstract
Aim
This review aims to map available evidence on the adherence level and barriers to standard precautions among home-based community health workers.

Methods
A scoping review using the JBI protocol searched multiple databases (Medline, CINAHL, PsycINFO and Web of Science) as well as Google Scholar for published articles on standard precaution practices of community health workers during home visits. Search terms included “standard precautions”, “guideline adherence”, “community health” and “home care”. Two-stage screening (title/abstract and full-text) was conducted to select relevant articles.

Results
Eight eligible studies yielded three major themes: home environment context, individual factors and organisational factors. Findings indicated low adherence to standard precautions in home care, attributed to factors such as home layout, family or pet interference, cleanliness, limited access to protective equipment (e.g. gloves) and personal protective equipment allergies.

Conclusion
Providing healthcare at home is challenging, impacting care quality. Further studies on standard precautions in home care can improve adherence, quality of care and patient outcomes.
The effects of using collaborative digital storytelling on academic achievement and skill development in biology education
Authors: Bilici Sinan , Yilmaz Rabia Meryem 
Published: April 2024

AbstractThe purpose of the study is to investigate the effect of the use of digital storytelling on academic achievement, critical thinking dispositions, co-regulation, and narrative skills of 10th grade students. To this end, the study was conducted using a semi-experimental design with a convenience sample. The participants consisted of 64 students (33 in experimental and 31 in control group) who were studying in a high school. After the groups were trained, a two-week pilot study was conducted by forming collaborative groups among the students. This was followed by eight weeks of main implementation, during which students presented their projects to the class every two weeks. Following the digital story presentations in the experimental group, feedback was provided by the course instructor and peers. In addition, rubric scores were generated by the researchers for each digital story. Academic achievement test, critical thinking disposition scale, co-regulatory skills scale, and digital story evaluation rubric were used as data collection tools at the end of the process. Independent samples t-test, repeated ANOVA, and regression analysis were performed on the collected data. According to the results, digital story activities had moderate positive effects on students’ academic achievement and critical thinking, and high positive effects on co-regulation. In addition, the narrative skills of the students in the experimental group increased significantly over the weeks with a difference of 27.44 points. There was also evidence that storytelling ability was a significant predictor of academic achievement and that this ability increased significantly over the weeks. The results showed that the collaborative creation of a digital story by the students had a positive effect on their academic achievement and the development of their skills.
Exploring pre-service teachers’ intentions of adopting and using virtual reality classrooms in science education
Authors: Ogegbo Ayodele Abosede , Penn Mafor , Ramnarain Umesh , Pila Oniccah , Van Der Westhuizen Christo , Mdlalose Noluthando , Moser Ivan , Hlosta Martin , Bergamin Per 
Published: April 2024

AbstractThis study investigated how pre-service teachers perceive and plan to use a virtual reality classroom for science teaching during microteaching practices. The UTAUT 2 model was adopted as the conceptual framework for this study. Data were collected through an online survey from eighty-three pre-service science teachers from a large metropolitan university in Gauteng Province, South Africa. The collected data were analysed using descriptive and regression analysis. The results revealed that pre-service teachers demonstrated a high level of acceptance and intention to use Virtual reality classrooms in their microteaching practice and future classroom teaching. Thus, implying that they were receptive to the idea of using virtual reality classrooms in their microteaching practice and future classroom practice. Results further indicate that the preservice teachers are fascinated by the utilization of virtual reality classrooms for their microteaching practice based on two significant factors: social influence and technology self-assurance. However, results show that age and gender do not moderate the influence of performance expectancy, effort expectancy, social influence, facilitating condition, hedonic motivation, self-efficacy, anxiety and attitude on preservice teachers’ behavioural intention to accept and the virtual reality classroom for their microteaching practice and future classroom teaching. The implications of these findings for science teaching and learning are discussed as it delves into the motivations and considerations of pre-service teachers when incorporating virtual reality classrooms into their teaching practices for science education.
Implicit interpolation method for immersed boundary methods
Authors: Ali Md. Sujaat , de Holanda Sousa Renan , Awad M. Ossman , Camarero Ricardo , Trépanier Jean-Yves 
Published: April 2024

AbstractImmersed boundary (IB) methods have been successfully implemented for different applications. This paper focuses on the immersed boundary implementation for two different governing equations, namely the diffusion equation and Euler equations, using a bi-linear interpolation for the implementation of the boundary condition. The concept of implicit interpolation is introduced which eradicates the problems faced with the explicit interpolation in which it is required to move away from the boundary in the fluid domain in order to complete the interpolation stencil.
An economic valuation of the provisioning ecosystem services in the south-west of Europe
Authors: García-Rubio Noelia , Larraz Beatriz , Gámez Matías , Raimonet Mélanie , Cakir Roxelane , Sauvage Sabine , Sánchez Pérez José Miguel 
Published: April 2024

AbstractA methodology has been developed to quantify the economic value of the provisioning ecosystem services in the South-West of Europe (SUDOE) at any scale. This article describes the methodology that allows the quantification of nutritional and non-nutritional materials and their economic valuation related to agriculture activities at the regional scale. In a complementary way, quantification and valuation of freshwater consumption for domestic uses is described using regional official statistics converted into basin statistics by a geographical scale change matrix. The results show important differences depending on the regions at a sub-system scale. The highest values of agricultural production and its economic valuation are observed in the southeastern part of the SUDOE territory (South France, Spain, and Portugal), both in absolute and relative terms. In the Tagus basin, where the two capitals (Madrid and Lisbon) are located, the water supply and economic value are the highest in the SUDOE region. Provisioning ES is valued at 56.7 billion euros in SUDOE territory per year (current 2015 euros). In conclusion, this work makes it possible to identify those systems with higher economic valuation of provisioning ecosystem services, which, together with the expected increase in temperature and decrease/irregular rainfall, makes these areas particularly vulnerable. The proposed methodology can be applied to any river basin in the world.
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Efficacy of fennel (Foeniculum vulgare) and anise (Pimpinella anisum) essential oils as anaesthesics in common carp (Cyprinus carpio L. 1758)
Authors: Metin Secil , Didinen Hakan , Yigit Nalan Ozgur , Eralp Hasan , Ozmen Ozlem , Avsever Meric Lutfi 
Published: April 2024

AbstractIn this study, the anaesthetic effects of fennel and anise essential oils were investigated on common carp. Fish (10 ± 0.45 g) were exposed to nine concentrations of essential oils (5, 10, 20, 50, 100, 200, 300, 400 and 500 mg L−1). Additionally, the histopathological effects on the fish tissues including gill, skin and hepatopancreas and physiological effects on some blood parameters (Na+, K+, Ca+2, Cl−, total plasma protein and glucose) of essential oils were investigated in carp. At the end of the experiment, fennel oil showed an anaesthetic effect at a concentration of 500 mg L−1 in carp (anaesthesia induction and recovery times were 308 and 472 s, respectively). Anise essential oil showed deep anaesthesia at a concentration of 100 mg L−1, but anaesthesia induction time was found to be very long (20 min). In addition, anise oil at concentrations above 100 mg L−1 caused 10% mortality in fish. Blood parameters except glucose level in both essential oils were unchanged during deep anaesthesia in carp. However, plasma glucose levels were found lower in fish anaesthetized with anise oil than control and fennel groups (P < 0.05). At the histopathological examination, no pathological findings were observed in any organ of fish in the fennel group. However, severe hyperemia and inflammatory cell infiltrations in gills, erosive lesions in the skin and slight inflammatory reactions in the skin were observed in the anise group. The present study demonstrated that fennel essential oil at 500 mg L−1 concentration can be used as an effective and safe anaesthetic in common carp, but anise essential oil is not suitable.
Big enough for an extra-large meal: a review on predation upon large animals by benthic cnidarians
Authors: Gregorin Chiara , Vega Fernández Tomás , Di Camillo Cristina Gioia , Musco Luigi , Puce Stefania 
Published: April 2024

AbstractThe feeding upon large animals—even larger than the predator—by benthic cnidarians has been reported from many ecosystems but never exhaustively studied to date. By reviewing 38 papers on this topic, this review aims to recap the observations on the predatory behaviour of polyps, to establish feeding plasticity boundaries and to understand the contribute of this trophic strategy to the benthic–pelagic coupling. The reviewed documents published increasingly during the last two decades mostly reported observations on heterotrophic Anthozoa in shallow ecosystems collected through photo/video records. The main prey items are represented by gelatinous zooplankton and echinoderms. The lexical discordance in the considered papers highlights the need to standardize the terminology to describe the feeding behaviour of benthic Cnidaria, opportunistic and characterized by a strong plasticity. Given the importance of large prey in cnidarian trophism, we proposed an unambiguous terminology that will help the online search of literature and address future studies. We suggest identifying micro-predation (predator/prey size ratio ≥ 5:1) and macro-predation (predator/prey size ratio is ≤ 1:1) as distinct feeding modalities, because the capture of large prey involves peculiar movements of polyps, such as stretching and retracting of column and tentacles to pull the prey towards the mouth.
Divergence of zooplankton assemblages in unstable fishless and stable fish ponds
Authors: Sługocki Łukasz , Brysiewicz Adam 
Published: April 2024

AbstractThis study aimed to achieve a better understanding of the features of zooplankton assemblages in small water bodies and their biodiversity and composition in relation to the presence of fish and accompanying environmental characteristics. This study was conducted in 16 mid-field ponds. Compositional and biodiversity indexes and ordination methods were used to analyze the relationship between zooplankton assemblages in unstable fishless and stable fish ponds. A total of 121 zooplankton taxa were identified. Compositional indicators revealed significant differences in zooplankton assemblages between fish ponds (FPs) and fishless ponds (FLPs). Canonical correspondence analysis indicated that variation in zooplankton assemblages depended on the ponds’ features. Most of the high trophic state indicator species were present only in FPs or occurred sporadically in FLPs. Rarefaction and extrapolation indicated a higher number of zooplankton taxa in FPs than in FLPs. The stability of the ecosystem was essential for maintaining the high species richness of zooplankton. Diversity indices were not influenced by variations in species composition or environmental differences among ponds. Diversified pond types are necessary to maintain the heterogeneity of mid-field ponds, which support the high regional biodiversity of zooplankton assemblages.
Videoconference-Supervised Group Exercise Reduces Low Back Pain in Eldercare Workers: Results from the ReViEEW Randomised Controlled Trial
Authors: Espin Ander , Irazusta Jon , Aiestaran Maialen , Latorre Erezuma Unai , García-García Julia , Arrinda Ismene , Acedo Karmele , Rodriguez-Larrad Ana 
Published: April 2024

Abstract

Purpose
To assess the effects of a group exercise intervention conducted by real-time videoconference on the low back pain of eldercare workers.

Methods
We randomly assigned 130 eldercare workers to an experimental group (EG: n = 65) or control group (CG: n = 65). Participants from both groups took part in routine prevention programs carried out in their workplace, and participants from the EG received an additional 12-week resistance-exercise intervention supervised by real-time videoconference. Assessments were conducted before and after the intervention, and the primary outcome was average low back pain intensity during the last 7 days, measured by the 0–10 numerical rating scale. Secondary outcomes included additional measures of low back, neck, shoulder and hand/wrist pain, as well as psycho-affective parameters, medication consumption and muscle performance. Both intention-to-treat and per-protocol analyses were applied with a group-by-time ANCOVA including baseline measurements as covariates.

Results
125 participants completed post-intervention assessments (EG: n = 63, CG: n = 62). The intention-to-treat analysis showed an effect favouring the EG on average low back pain intensity (p = 0.034). Improvements in additional low back and hand/wrist pain outcomes were also observed, as well as on upper limb muscle performance (p < 0.05). The per-protocol analysis demonstrated additional benefits in depression, quality of life, hypnotic/anxiolytic medication consumption and lower limb and trunk muscle performance in participants with ≥ 50% adherence (p < 0.05).

Conclusions
The intervention was effective for reducing the low back and hand/wrist pain of eldercare workers and increasing upper limb muscle performance. The per-protocol analysis showed additional benefits in psycho-affective parameters, medication consumption and muscle performance.

Trial registration: ClinicalTrials.gov, NCT05050526. Registered 20 September 2021—Prospectively registered, https://www.clinicaltrials.gov/study/NCT05050526
Rebound growth of BRAF mutant pediatric glioma cells after MAPKi withdrawal is associated with MAPK reactivation and secretion of microglia-recruiting cytokines
Authors: Kocher Daniela , Cao Lei , Guiho Romain , Langhammer Melanie , Lai Yun-Lu , Becker Pauline , Hamdi Hiba , Friedel Dennis , Selt Florian , Vonhören David , Zaman Julia , Valinciute Gintvile , Herter Sonja , Picard Daniel , Rettenmeier Johanna , Maass Kendra K. , Pajtler Kristian W. , Remke Marc , von Deimling Andreas , Pusch Stefan , Pfister Stefan M. , Oehme Ina , Jones David T.W. , Halbach Sebastian , Brummer Tilman , Martinez-Barbera Juan Pedro , Witt Olaf , Milde Till , Sigaud Romain 
Published: April 2024

Abstract
Introduction
Patients with pediatric low-grade gliomas (pLGGs), the most common primary brain tumors in children, can often benefit from MAPK inhibitor (MAPKi) treatment. However, rapid tumor regrowth, also referred to as rebound growth, may occur once treatment is stopped, constituting a significant clinical challenge.

Methods
Four patient-derived pediatric glioma models were investigated to model rebound growth in vitro based on viable cell counts in response to MAPKi treatment and withdrawal. A multi-omics dataset (RNA sequencing and LC-MS/MS based phospho-/proteomics) was generated to investigate possible rebound-driving mechanisms. Following in vitro validation, putative rebound-driving mechanisms were validated in vivo using the BT-40 orthotopic xenograft model.

Results
Of the tested models, only a BRAFV600E-driven model (BT-40, with additional CDKN2A/Bdel) showed rebound growth upon MAPKi withdrawal. Using this model, we identified a rapid reactivation of the MAPK pathway upon MAPKi withdrawal in vitro, also confirmed in vivo. Furthermore, transient overactivation of key MAPK molecules at transcriptional (e.g. FOS) and phosphorylation (e.g. pMEK) levels, was observed in vitro. Additionally, we detected increased expression and secretion of cytokines (CCL2, CX3CL1, CXCL10 and CCL7) upon MAPKi treatment, maintained during early withdrawal. While increased cytokine expression did not have tumor cell intrinsic effects, presence of these cytokines in conditioned media led to increased attraction of microglia cells in vitro.

Conclusion
Taken together, these data indicate rapid MAPK reactivation upon MAPKi withdrawal as a tumor cell intrinsic rebound-driving mechanism. Furthermore, increased secretion of microglia-recruiting cytokines may play a role in treatment response and rebound growth upon withdrawal, warranting further evaluation.
On the soliton solutions to some system of complex coupled nonlinear models and the effect of the coupling coefficients
Authors: Ozisik Muslum , Esen Handenur , Secer Aydin , Bayram Mustafa 
Published: April 2024

AbstractIn this work, we take into account the (2+1)-Davey Stewartson equation (DSE) and the (2+1)-complex coupled Maccari system (CCMS) and their analytical solutions. Besides, we tackle the role of the problem parameters on the soliton behavior produced by the presented DSE. Exact traveling wave solutions are highly useful in numerical and analytical theories for such equations. While numerical methods are widely used, improving analytical approaches for obtaining analytical solutions is necessary for a deeper understanding of dynamics. This study marks a significant milestone by implementing the efficient analytical approach, enhanced modified extended tanh expansion method, for the first time to the (2+1)-DSE and (2+1)-CCMS equations, thereby making a notable contribution to the existing literature. We have shown that features of the soliton solutions can represent the spread of propagation on the wavefronts and show a reasonable dependency on parameter values. Some of the solutions discovered in three- and two-dimensional arrangements can also be described in graphic representations of their behavior. With the help of the graphical depictions, bright, singular, and periodic singular soliton characters for the $$(2+1)$$

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What Matters to Others: A High-Threshold Account of Joint Attention
Authors: Bloom-Christen Anna 
Published: April 2024

AbstractIf only implicitly, social anthropology has long incorporated joint attention as a research technique employed in what anthropologists call “the field”. This paper outlines the crucial role joint attention plays in anthropolgical fieldwork—specifically in Participant Observation—and advances the position that joint attention is a goal rather than a starting point of fieldwork practice. Exploring how anthropologists tentatively use attention as a methodological tool to understand other people’s lifeworlds, this paper draws parallels between Participant Observation and ordinary everyday interactions, thus teasing out a view ofjointattention as a goal to be reached only by means of knowing what matters to others in the context of the lifeworld they inhabit.