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Decolonizing Transnational Feminism
Authors: Osman Wazhmah , Bajoghli Narges 
Published: December 2023

Abstract
This article analyzes the Afghan and Iranian feminist uprisings of the early 2020s spurred by #MahsaAmini’s death and the return of the Taliban, and their predecessors, #MyRedLine and #MyStealthyFreedom. It assesses why these movements, which gained international traction and a huge global online and offline presence, are no longer in the mainstream media spotlight. The article examines the efficacy and dangers of these feminist movements, which attempt to redress the tide of Islamist ideology in both countries by building solidarity with international governmental and nongovernmental human rights organizations. It also highlights how Afghan and Iranian women’s activism is selectively recognized and appropriated by neo-imperial agendas and provides strategies for decolonization. Finally, the article argues that #MahsaAmini and #MyRedLine are exemplary instances of feminist transnational collaboration and global mobilization for women’s rights, whereas #MyStealthyFreedom and the lack of coverage of the Afghan women’s right uprising since Taliban 2.0 fall into the paradigm of imperial feminism.
Making a living moment more resonant: an exploration of the role of the artist in co-creative work with people living with dementia
Authors: West Julian , Zeilig Hannah , Cape Timothy , Payne Lucy , Whistler Clare 
Published: December 2023

Background: Despite a growth in interest in recent years in the benefits of working co-creatively with the Arts for people living with dementia, little attention has been given to understanding the role of the professional artists within this context. This paper has been informed by the insights gained from a series of conversations, observations and journals that were kept by four UK based artists (two musicians and two dancers) who reflexively interrogated what they were doing during the course of an 8-week co-creative arts project with people living with dementia. Methods: The research used an empirical case study methodology, with the authors adopting a thematic approach to the analysis of the data. Results: Thematic analysis resulted in three main themes: Authenticity, Enabling Risk and Togetherness. These themes characterise the skills, techniques and specialised knowledge used by the artists during the co-creative sessions. Conclusions: Following this analysis, the article argues that the beneficial effects for people living with dementia of co-creative art-based work come about through the conscious application by the artists of their shared skills and knowledge, acquired through training and ongoing artistic practice. Rather than an assumption that ‘The Arts’ are in themselves beneficial for people living with dementia, we must consider the active role played by the artists who are so integral to the process.
VRPSolverEasy: A Python Library for the Exact Solution of a Rich Vehicle Routing Problem
Authors: Errami Najib , Queiroga Eduardo , Sadykov Ruslan , Uchoa Eduardo 
Published: December 2023

The optimization community has made significant progress in solving vehicle routing problems (VRPs) to optimality using sophisticated branch-cut-and-price (BCP) algorithms. VRPSolver is a BCP algorithm with excellent performance in many VRP variants. However, its complex underlying mathematical model makes it hardly accessible to routing practitioners. To address this, VRPSolverEasy provides a Python interface to VRPSolver that does not require any knowledge of mixed integer programming modeling. Instead, routing problems are defined in terms of familiar elements, such as depots, customers, links, and vehicle types. VRPSolverEasy can handle several popular VRP variants and arbitrary combinations of them. History: Accepted by Ted Ralphs, Area Editor for Software Tools. This paper has been accepted for the INFORMS Journal on Computing Special Issue on Software Tools for Vehicle Routing. Funding: This work was supported by Faperj [Grant E-26/202.887/2017] and Conselho Nacional de Desenvolvimento Científico e Tecnológico [Grant 305684/2022-1]. Supplemental Material: The software that supports the findings of this study is available within the paper and its Supplemental Information ( https://pubsonline.informs.org/doi/suppl/10.1287/ijoc.2023.0103 ) as well as from the IJOC GitHub software repository ( https://github.com/INFORMSJoC/2023.0103 ). The complete IJOC Software and Data Repository is available at https://informsjoc.github.io/ .
Diffusion-Based Staffing for Multitasking Service Systems with Many Servers
Authors: Storm Jaap , Berkelmans Wouter , Bekker René 
Published: December 2023

We consider a many-server queue in which each server can serve multiple customers in parallel. Such multitasking phenomena occur in various applications areas (e.g., in hospitals and contact centers), although the impact of the number of customers who are simultaneously served on system efficiency may vary. We establish diffusion limits of the queueing process under the quality-and-efficiency-driven scaling and for different policies of assigning customers to servers depending on the number of customers they serve. We show that for a broad class of routing policies, including routing to the least busy server, the same one-dimensional diffusion process is obtained in the heavy-traffic limit. In case of assignment to the most busy server, there is no state-space collapse, and the diffusion limit involves a custom regulator mapping. Moreover, we also show that assigning customers to the least (most) busy server is optimal when the cumulative service rate per server is concave (convex), motivating the routing policies considered. Finally, we also derive diffusion limits in the nonheavy-traffic scaling regime and in the heavy-traffic scaling regime where customers can be reassigned during service. Funding: The research of J. Storm is partly funded by the Netherlands Organization for Scientific Research (NWO) Gravitation project Networks [Grant 024.002.003].
Conducting epidemiological studies on snakebite in nomadic populations: A methodological paper
Authors: Oluoch George O. , Otundo Denis , Nyawacha Seth , Ongeri Derick , Smith Monica , Meta Vivianne , Trelfa Anna , Ahmed Sayem , Harrison Robert A. , Lalloo David G. , Stienstra Ymkje , Tianyi Frank-Leonel 
Published: December 2023

IntroductionResearch on snakebite has mostly been conducted on settled populations and current risk factors and potential interventions are therefore most suited for these populations. There is limited epidemiological data on mobile and nomadic populations, who may have a higher risk of snakebite.Methods and resultsWe conducted a scoping review to gather evidence on survey methods used in nomadic populations and compared them with contemporary survey methods used for snakebite research. Only 16 (10.5%) of 154 articles reportedly conducted on pastoralist nomadic populations actually involved mobile pastoralists. All articles describing snakebite surveys (n = 18) used multistage cluster designs on population census sampling frames, which would not be appropriate for nomadic populations. We used geospatial techniques and open-source high-resolution satellite images to create a digital sampling frame of 50,707 households and used a multistage sampling strategy to survey nomadic and semi-nomadic populations in Samburu County, Kenya. From a sample of 900 geo-located households, we correctly identified and collected data from 573 (65.4%) households, of which 409 were in their original locations and 164 had moved within 5km of their original locations. We randomly sampled 302 (34.6%) households to replace completely abandoned and untraceable households.ConclusionHighly mobile populations require specific considerations in selecting or creating sampling frames and sampling units for epidemiological research. Snakebite risk has a strong spatial component and using census-based sampling frames would be inappropriate in nomadic populations. We propose using open-source satellite imaging and geographic information systems to improve the conduct of epidemiological research in these populations.
Telementoring versus face-to-face mentoring in the training of scleral fixation surgery of intraocular lenses
Authors: Lucatto Luiz Filipe Adami , Prazeres Juliana Moura Bastos , Barbosa Gabriel Castilho Sandoval , Novais Eduardo Amorim , Leitão Guerra Ricardo Luz. , Badaró Emmerson , de Lima Luiz Henrique Soares Gonçalves , Rodrigues Eduardo Buchele 
Published: December 2023

PurposeTo assess telementoring as a complementary tool for surgical training of a scleral fixation technique.DesignRandomized, controlled, two-arm, blinded clinical trial.MethodsUsing a 3D visualization system, 132 participants were randomized in order of enrollment into traditional face-to-face mentoring (n = 66) and telementoring (n = 66). A single surgeon mentored all participants in the 2 groups. The procedure was performed in a model suitable for training in intraocular lens fixation SimulEYE® (INSEYET, WESTLAKE VILLAGE, CA, USA). In the telementoring group, the images captured on a local computer were sent to a second computer located in another room through a teleconferencing platform in real-time. Nine steps of the recorded procedure were evaluated and scored by two masked independent surgeons experienced in the technique.Main outcomes measuresThe primary outcomes evaluated were the global score (the sum of each score on the rubric), surgical failure, and surgical time (in seconds).ResultsSurgical success was achieved in 98.5% in the face-to-face group and in 95.5% in the telementoring group (p-value = 0.619). Minimal technical problems were reported in 8 procedures in the telementoring group (12%), without interfering with the surgical result, and completion of the procedure.ConclusionsTelementoring is an encouraging educational tool that can overcome geographical barriers to ease the transfer of abilities and knowledge. We lack evidence in terms of group differences for superiority comparing face-to-face and telementoring, in addition to presenting comparable results regarding surgical success and failure. More studies are needed to explore the impact of telementoring in other ophthalmological surgeries.Trial registrationThe Federal University of São Paulo institution’s Research Ethics Committee reviewed and approved this study protocol (approval number, 5.383.484).
Persistent symptoms are associated with long term effects of COVID-19 among children and young people: Results from a systematic review and meta-analysis of controlled studies
Authors: Behnood Sanaz , Newlands Fiona , O’Mahoney Lauren , Haghighat Ghahfarokhi Mahta , Muhid Mohammed Z. , Dudley Jake , Stephenson Terence , Ladhani Shamez N. , Bennett Sophie , Viner Russell M. , Bhopal Rowan , Kolasinska Paige , Shafran Roz , Swann Olivia V. , Takeda Andrea 
Published: December 2023

Background
Research on the long-term impact on COVID-19 in children and young people (CYP) has been published at pace. We aimed to update and refine an earlier systematic review and meta-analysis to assess the current evidence for Post-COVID-19 Condition in CYP.

Methods
Studies from the previous systematic review were combined with studies from a systematic search from July 2021 to November 2022 (registration PROSPERO CRD42021233153). Eligible studies included CYP aged ≤19 years with confirmed or probable SARS-CoV-2 infection and symptoms persisting at least 12 weeks.

Findings
55 studies (n = 1,139,299 participants) were included. Over two-hundred symptoms were associated with Post COVID-19 Condition. Gastrointestinal problems, headaches, cough and fever were among the most prevalent symptoms with rates of 50.2%, 35.6%, 34.7% and 25.8% respectively. Twenty-one symptoms from 11 studies were suitable for meta-analysis. There were significantly higher pooled estimates of proportions of symptoms for altered / loss of smell or taste, dyspnoea, fatigue, and myalgia in CYP with confirmed SARS-CoV-2 infection. Heterogeneity was high suggesting substantial variation amongst the included studies.

Conclusions
Many CYP continue to experience symptoms after SARS-CoV-2 infection. Efforts to aid early identification and intervention of those most in need is warranted and the consequences of COVID-19 for CYP call for long-term follow-up.
Unraveling the relationship between ACTH and cortisol levels in COVID-19 infections: A meta-analysis
Authors: Cai Zixin , Liu Bilian 
Published: December 2023

Objective
In December 2019, a novel pneumonia associated with the 2019 coronavirus emerged unexpectedly. However, limited data exist on the effects of COVID-19 on ACTH and cortisol levels. To address this gap in knowledge, we conducted a meta-analysis of published studies on the relationship between COVID-19 patients and their ACTH and cortisol levels.

Methods
We conducted a thorough search of the PubMed, Embase, Cochrane Library, and Web of Science databases up until May 2023. We assessed the relevance of each study we found, specifically looking for studies that reported on ACTH and cortisol levels in COVID-19 patients. We calculated weighted mean differences (WMD) and 95% confidence intervals (CI) to investigate the relationship between ACTH and cortisol levels in COVID-19 patients. We evaluated the quality of each study using the Newcastle Ottawa scale (NOS), and we assessed publication bias using Begg’s rank correlation test, Egger’s test, and funnel plot. We conducted our meta-analysis using the Stata 12.0 (Stata Corporation, TX).

Results
Our search yielded nine studies that met our inclusion criteria, which included a total of 440 COVID-19 patients and 474 controls, with data up to May 2023. Seven of these studies reported on ACTH levels, and six studies reported on cortisol levels. Our findings revealed that COVID-19 patients had significantly higher levels of cortisol compared to controls (WMD 3.46 (95% CI 2.29 to 4.62)). However, there was no significant difference in ACTH levels between COVID-19 patients and controls (WMD 1.58 (95% CI -5.79 to 8.94)).

Conclusions
This meta-analysis indicates a potential relationship between elevated cortisol levels and COVID-19 infection. However, more well-designed, adequately powered, randomized controlled trial will be needed to assess the use of cortisol in patients with COVID-19 infection.
Factors influencing the acceptability of alcohol drinking for a patient with colorectal cancer
Authors: Auriol Camille , Cantisano Nicole , Raynal Patrick 
Published: December 2023

Introduction
Colorectal cancer is the second deadliest cancer worldwide. One of the risk factors for the development of this type of cancer is alcohol consumption. Patients with colorectal cancer may be stigmatized regarding their cancer and regarding drinking behaviors they may exhibit. This study aimed to analyze community persons’ and health professionals’ acceptability judgments regarding alcohol drinkers having colorectal cancer.

Method
This study relies on an experimental method enabling the identification of variables involved in one’s judgment, based on the exhaustive combination of factors yielding several scenarios rated by participants. Scenarios implemented factors possibly influencing participants’ perception of a woman character having colorectal cancer. Factors included her drinking habits, post-diagnosis drinking behavior and type of diagnosis/prognosis. The participants were community persons (N’ = 132) or health professionals (N" = 126). Data were analyzed using a within-subject factorial ANOVA.

Results
In both samples, the "Post-diagnosis behavior" factor had large effect sizes, with drinking cessation being more acceptable than other drinking behaviors. Another factor, "Drinking habits", had significant influences on participants judgments, as higher drinking was considered less acceptable. A third factor, "Diagnosis" (polyps, early- or late-stage cancer), was taken into account by participants when it interacted with "Drinking habits" and "Post-diagnosis behavior". Indeed, participants considered most acceptable to continue drinking in the case of late-stage cancer, especially in the health professional sample where the acceptability of continuing drinking was almost doubled when the character had advanced- rather than early-cancer.

Conclusion
The lesser the drinking behavior, the better the acceptability. However, advanced cancer stage attenuated the poor acceptability of drinking in both samples, as participants’ attitudes were more permissive when the patient had advanced cancer.
Natural pesticides for pest control in agricultural crops: an alternative and eco-friendly method
Authors: Swapan Chowdhury , Mainak Banerjee , Deewa Basnett , Tanmoy Mazumdar 
Published: December 2023

Biological pesticides are pesticides derived from natural materials such as bacteria, plants, and minerals that are applied to crops to kill pests. Biopesticides are targeted, inexpensive, eco-friendly, sustainable, leave no trace, and are not associated with the production of greenhouse gases. It contributes significantly to the agricultural bio-economy's sustainability. The advantages to the ecosystem provided by many significant biological resources justify the incorporation of biopesticides in Integrated Pest Management (IPM) programs. Through advancements in research and development, the use of biopesticides has significantly reduced environmental contamination. The development of biopesticides promotes agricultural modernization and will surely result in a gradual phase-out of chemical pesticides. Although synthetic pesticides have positive effects on crop yield and productivity, they also have some negative impacts on soil biodiversity, animals, aquatic life, and humans. In general, synthetic pesticides make the soil brittle, decrease soil respiration, and reduce the activity of some soil microorganisms, such as earthworms. Pesticide buildup in bodies of water can spread from aquatic life to animals including people, as their biomagnification can cause fatal diseases like cancer, kidney disease, rashes on the skin, diabetes, etc. Biopesticides, on the other hand, have surfaced and have proven to be quite beneficial in the management of pests and are safe for the environment and hence have emerged as very useful in the control of pests with a lot of merits. The present review provides a broad perspective on the different kinds of pesticides. We analyzed suitable and environmentally friendly ways to improve the acceptance and industrial application of microbial herbicides, phytopesticides, and nano biopesticides for plant nutrition, crop protection/yield, animal/human health promotion, as well as their potential integration into the integrated pest management system.
Landscapes of Movement Along the (Pre)Historical Libyan Sea: Keys for a Socio-Ecological History
Authors: Laguna-Palma David , Barruezo-Vaquero Pablo 
Published: December 2023

Abstract
This study examines the influence of Human Ecodynamics and Historical Ecology to understand the complexities of historical mobility. Based on Landscape Archaeology, this study considers some of these theoretical principles for studying and reconstructing the movements of past human populations. This discussion is grounded on the example of a research project focused on modelling movement and interaction patterns between the Aegean area (Crete) and northeastern African region (Marmarica) from the Late Bronze to Roman times. The project works with multivariate data representative of the routes and non-human factors that may interplay in biocultural processes. Three key aspects structure this article: (1) the emergence of Human Ecodynamics and Historical Ecology in archaeology, (2) their impact on the theoretical evolution of Landscape Archaeology, and (3) the methodological implementation of these principles through a case study. We specifically discuss the strengths of Human Ecodynamics and Historical Ecology to enhance the conceptualisation of mobility by considering the heterarchical interrelationships between human and non-human agents. Our methodological implementations showcase this by using computational approaches to model human pathways influenced by and in constant relationship with their environment. This research thus highlights the importance of transdisciplinary approaches to studying historical mobility from an archaeological and complex systems perspective.
An overview of retinal light damage models for preclinical studies on age-related macular degeneration: identifying molecular hallmarks and therapeutic targets
Authors: Carozza Giulia , Zerti Darin , Tisi Annamaria , Ciancaglini Marco , Maccarrone Mauro , Maccarone Rita 
Published: December 2023

Abstract
Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is a complex, multifactorial disease leading to progressive and irreversible retinal degeneration, whose pathogenesis has not been fully elucidated yet. Due to the complexity and to the multiple features of the disease, many efforts have been made to develop animal models which faithfully reproduce the overall AMD hallmarks or that are able to mimic the different AMD stages. In this context, light damage (LD) rodent models of AMD represent a suitable and reliable approach to mimic the different AMD forms (dry, wet and geographic atrophy) while maintaining the time-dependent progression of the disease. In this review, we comprehensively reported how the LD paradigms reproduce the main features of human AMD. We discuss the capability of these models to broaden the knowledge in AMD research, with a focus on the mechanisms and the molecular hallmarks underlying the pathogenesis of the disease. We also critically revise the remaining challenges and future directions for the use of LD models.
Das Produktionssystem von Mercedes-Benz und die Digitalisierung der Produktion
Authors: Herlyn Wilmjakob J. 
Published: December 2023

Abstract
Aufgrund des weltweiten Erfolges von Toyota standen um die Jahrtausendwende unternehmensweite Produktionssysteme eine Zeit lang hoch im Kurs, vor allem in der Automobilindustrie. Danach trat dieses Thema in den Hintergrund, die Aufmerksamkeit galt immer mehr der zunehmenden Digitalisierung und vor allem der Industrie 4.0, die zu großen Veränderungen vor allem im technischen Bereich führte. Inzwischen erstreckt sich deren Einfluss zunehmend auch auf die Steuerung der Produktion und des Materialflusses auf der Shopfloor-Ebene, die durch das Management Execution System (MES) gesteuert wird. Der Mercedes-Benz Group ist es gelungen, diese Themen miteinander zu verknüpfen und erfolgreich in den über dreißig Fabriken weltweit einzusetzen.
Flächenproduktivität
Authors: Schneider Markus , Müller Christoph , Schnabel Stephan 
Published: December 2023

Abstract
Aufgrund der gestiegenen Bedeutung von Nachhaltigkeit wird diese als strategisches Unternehmensziel immer relevanter. Bisher genutzte Kennzahlen sind jedoch für die zur Zielerreichung notwendige Operationalisierung von Nachhaltigkeit im Sinne der in der Literatur definierten Anforderungen ungeeignet. Deshalb wird in diesem Beitrag die Annahme einer neuen Hilfskennzahl, der sogenannten Flächenproduktivität, vorgestellt, die sowohl Nachhaltigkeit valide und gesamtheitlich wiedergibt als auch die weiteren Anforderungen in Form von Benutzerfreundlichkeit und Wirtschaftlichkeit erfüllt und sich damit zur Verhaltenssteuerung in Unternehmen eignet.