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Cellulose nanocrystal synergistically enhanced polyurethane composites via fish‐net microstructure: Light shielding and mechanical properties
Authors: Zhang Peng , Wang Bin‐bin , Zhang Zhu , Yang Dan‐ni 
Published: November 2023

AbstractThe synergistically enhanced polyurethane (PU) composites, in which the cellulose nanocrystal (CNC) was incorporated, were in situ polymerized and then the increasingly closer grid network structures for PU/CNC composites were achieved by adjusting chain extenders and adding different low contents of CNC, due to the introduction of different hard segments or the evolution of spherulites. As a result, the onset of the light transmission of PU elastomers and CNC‐filled composites showed an obvious red shift from UV light to visible light region, which meant that all UV light regions could be shielded entirely. Therefore, compared with Rhodamine B in water solution unprotected, the excellent UV‐light shielding was further verified by the inefficient photodegradation of Rhodamine B in water solution protected by PU‐PDA, PU‐BDI or PU‐PDA/CNC films under UV‐light irradiation. Meanwhile, enhanced light shielding behavior for PU‐PDA composites was observed with adding the CNC fillers. Moreover, the significantly enhanced mechanical properties were achieved, more than two or three times at elastic modulus, tensile strength and elongation at break. Finally, synergistically Enhanced mechanical properties in PU composites were found. Therefore, the study was of great significance in the potential light application.
Plant‐based essential oil encapsulated in nanoemulsions and their enhanced therapeutic applications: An overview
Authors: Jamir Yangerdenla , Bhushan Mayank , Sanjukta Rajkumari , Robindro Singh Laishram 
Published: November 2023

AbstractIn recent years, studies on the formulation of nanoemulsions have been the focus of attention due to their potential applicability in food, pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and agricultural industries. Nanoemulsions can be formulated using ingredients approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), which assures their safety profiles to a great extent. Bioactive compounds such as essential oils although have strong biological properties and antimicrobial compounds, their usage is restricted due to their high volatility, instability, and hydrophobic nature. Therefore, nanoemulsion as carrier vehicle can be used to encapsulate essential oils to obtain stable and enhanced physicochemical characteristics of the essential oils. This review details the structure, formulation, and characterization techniques used for nanoemulsions, with a focus on the essential oil‐based nanoemulsions which have the potential to be used as antimicrobial and anticancer therapeutics.
Tax amnesty, corporate social responsibility disclosure, and organizational inertia
Authors: Adhariani Desi , Hajawiyah Ain , Rini Rima Kusuma 
Published: November 2023

AbstractThis study investigates the empirical association between corporate social responsibility (CSR) disclosure and tax compliance when there is a tax amnesty policy provided by the government. Utilizing the difference in difference method, we studied the impact of the tax amnesty program on tax compliance and CSR disclosure of companies in the mining industry in Indonesia context for the research period 2014–2019. Consistent with inertia theory, we observe the organizational inertia phenomena as the findings indicate the insignificant impact of the tax amnesty program on tax compliance and the marginally significant negative impact on CSR disclosure. This might come from corporate attributes that cause the inertia such as routines and procedures as well as the fixed mindset of the companies' decision‐makers on the cost and benefit of becoming corporate citizens. The inertia might also reflect the weaknesses in the management control system, especially in the belief and boundary control system. This research discusses the impact of tax amnesty on CSR disclosure which has been rarely investigated in previous studies. This study also extends the inertia theory on the taxation context and provides policy implications on tax amnesty.
Revisiting antecedents to collaborative consumption in the context of dual role consumers
Authors: Małecka Agnieszka , Mitręga Maciej , Pfajfar Gregor 
Published: November 2023

AbstractThe purpose of this study is to examine the current factors that influence the attitudes and intentions of experienced dual‐role consumers toward collaborative consumption (CC), an area that has received less attention in previous research. Based on a multi‐theoretical perspective, we propose a conceptual model that incorporates rational choice theory to explain consumers' beliefs. This model also integrates a sociocultural perspective and establishes a link between consumers' beliefs, their attitudes toward CC, and their intentions to participate in CC, by employing the Beliefs‐Attitudes‐Intentions framework. A study conducted on a sample of 501 individuals involved in CC as both providers and consumers found a significant and positive relationship between CC attitudes and intentions. In addition, the study found that age negatively influences this relationship, suggesting that the strength of the relationship varies depending on the age of the participants. The effect of risk of property damage, self‐utility, and eco‐utility on CC attitudes and intentions is significant. The relationship between trust and CC intention is fully mediated by CC attitude. However, consumer resistance to CC only has a positive direct effect on CC intention, but not on CC attitude. No evidence was found that perceived helpfulness of CC has an influence on attitudes toward CC and the desire to participate in CC. The results of this study suggest that for experienced individuals who both consume and provide in the CC context, the decision to continue to participate in CC can be considered a rational choice.
Shedding Light on the D1‐Like Receptors: A Fluorescence‐Based Toolbox for Visualization of the D1 and D5 Receptors**
Authors: Rosier Niklas , Mönnich Denise , Nagl Martin , Schihada Hannes , Sirbu Alexei , Konar Nergis , Reyes‐Resina Irene , Navarro Gemma , Franco Rafael , Kolb Peter , Annibale Paolo , Pockes Steffen 
Published: November 2023

AbstractDopamine D1‐like receptors are the most abundant type of dopamine receptors in the central nervous system and, even after decades of discovery, still highly interesting for the study of neurological diseases. We herein describe the synthesis of a new set of fluorescent ligands, structurally derived from D1R antagonist SCH‐23390 and labeled with two different fluorescent dyes, as tool compounds for the visualization of D1‐like receptors. Pharmacological characterization in radioligand binding studies identified UR‐NR435 (25) as a high‐affinity ligand for D1‐like receptors (pKi (D1R)=8.34, pKi (D5R)=7.62) with excellent selectivity towards D2‐like receptors. Compound 25 proved to be a neutral antagonist at the D1R and D5R in a Gs heterotrimer dissociation assay, an important feature to avoid receptor internalization and degradation when working with whole cells. The neutral antagonist 25 displayed rapid association and complete dissociation to the D1R in kinetic binding studies using confocal microscopy verifying its applicability for fluorescence microscopy. Moreover, molecular brightness studies determined a single‐digit nanomolar binding affinity of the ligand, which was in good agreement with radioligand binding data. For this reason, this fluorescent ligand is a useful tool for a sophisticated characterization of native D1 receptors in a variety of experimental setups.
Fluorescent Tools for the Imaging of Dopamine D2‐Like Receptors**
Authors: Nagl Martin , Mönnich Denise , Rosier Niklas , Schihada Hannes , Sirbu Alexei , Konar Nergis , Reyes‐Resina Irene , Navarro Gemma , Franco Rafael , Kolb Peter , Annibale Paolo , Pockes Steffen 
Published: November 2023

AbstractThe family of dopamine D2‐like receptors represents an interesting target for a variety of neurological diseases, e. g. Parkinson's disease (PD), addiction, or schizophrenia. In this study we describe the synthesis of a new set of fluorescent ligands as tools for visualization of dopamine D2‐like receptors. Pharmacological characterization in radioligand binding studies identified UR‐MN212 (20) as a high‐affinity ligand for D2‐like receptors (pKi (D2longR)=8.24, pKi (D3R)=8.58, pKi (D4R)=7.78) with decent selectivity towards D1‐like receptors. Compound 20 is a neutral antagonist in a Go1 activation assay at the D2longR, D3R, and D4R, which is an important feature for studies using whole cells. The neutral antagonist 20, equipped with a 5‐TAMRA dye, displayed rapid association to the D2longR in binding studies using confocal microscopy demonstrating its suitability for fluorescence microscopy. Furthermore, in molecular brightness studies, the ligand's binding affinity could be determined in a single‐digit nanomolar range that was in good agreement with radioligand binding data. Therefore, the fluorescent compound can be used for quantitative characterization of native D2‐like receptors in a broad variety of experimental setups.
One‐year outcomes of patients undergoing percutaneous coronary intervention with the revived directional coronary atherectomy catheter: Insights from the J‐PCI OUTCOME registry
Authors: Numasawa Yohei , Sawano Mitsuaki , Ishii Hideki , Kohsaka Shun , Kikuta Yuetsu , Matoba Tetsuya , Amano Tetsuya , Kozuma Ken ,   The J‐PCI Registry Investigators
Published: November 2023

AbstractObjectivesWe sought to investigate the 1‐year outcomes, including all‐cause and cardiovascular mortality, major adverse cardiovascular events (MACEs), and major bleeding, of patients undergoing percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) with or without the revived directional coronary atherectomy (DCA) catheter in a Japanese nationwide registry.BackgroundClinical data regarding the midterm outcomes of patients undergoing PCI with DCA are scarce in contemporary real‐world practice.MethodsWe analyzed the data of 74,764 patients who underwent PCI at 179 hospitals from January 2017 to December 2018. The baseline characteristics and 1‐year outcomes of patients with stable coronary artery disease or unstable angina who underwent PCI with or without DCA were assessed.ResultsOverall, 431 patients (0.6%) underwent PCI with DCA. Patients in the DCA group were younger and predominantly male, with fewer comorbidities than patients in the non‐DCA group. Stentless PCI with DCA following additional drug‐coated balloon (DCB) angioplasty was the dominant strategy in the DCA group (43.6%). One‐year outcomes, including all‐cause mortality (1.2% in the DCA group vs. 2.5% in the non‐DCA group, respectively, p = 0.075), cardiovascular death (0.9% vs. 1.0%, p = 0.69), MACEs (1.9% vs. 1.8%, p = 0.96), and nonfatal major bleeding requiring readmission (1.2% vs. 1.4%, p = 0.62), were comparable between the two groups. In the DCA group, 1‐year outcomes were comparable, regardless of whether the stent or DCB was used.ConclusionsOne‐year clinical outcomes after PCI with DCA in patients with stable coronary artery disease or unstable angina are acceptable, regardless of stent use.
Control of Salmonella in wheat grains with sodium bisulfate tempering and its impact on flour quality
Authors: Doddabematti Prakash Shivaprasad , Rivera Jared , Siliveru Kaliramesh 
Published: November 2023

AbstractBackground and ObjectivesIn the last decade, the incidence of foodborne illness outbreaks and recalls connected with wheat flour and flour‐based goods infected with enteric bacteria such as Salmonella has increased. In this study, the activity of sodium bisulfate (SBS) as an antibacterial agent against four different serovars of Salmonella enterica is investigated.FindingsThe dose‐dependent, anti‐Salmonella concentration of SBS revealed a minimum inhibitory activity of 0.32%. At this concentration, SBS induced the production of reactive oxygen species, demonstrating that lysis of bacterial cells has occurred. SBS tempering (1.5% SBS, w/v) reduced wheat Salmonella load by 4.3 log CFU/g after 24 h of tempering. Additionally, tempering at 0% (control) and 1.5% SBS (17% moisture, 24 h) showed similar (p > .05) flour functionality (rheology and composition) and baking characteristics (volume, texture, and crumb structure).ConclusionThese results suggest that SBS is a viable antibacterial tempering agent to reduce Salmonella contamination in wheat before milling.Significance and NoveltyAcidic water tempering, as opposed to the traditional water tempering method, may result in milled products with improved microbiological quality.
Bilateral thalamic stroke due to occlusion of the artery of Percheron: A case report and literature review
Authors: Achhami Eliz , Lamichhane Seshkanta , Mahaju Satyam , Adhikari Lukash , Kandel Ashim , Poudel Anubhav 
Published: November 2023

AbstractBilateral thalamic infarction resulting from the occlusion of the artery of Percheron (AOP) is a rare cerebrovascular event with distinctive clinical presentations. This case report explores the intricate relationship between vascular anatomy, midbrain function, and clinical manifestations. A 48‐year‐old male farmer with a history of diabetes mellitus presented with sudden‐onset visual disturbances, diplopia, bilateral eyelid drooping, and loss of consciousness. Extensive evaluations, including advanced imaging techniques, led to the diagnosis of bilateral upper midbrain infarction involving AOP. This case underscores the complexity of neurovascular interactions, highlighting the importance of precise diagnosis, and tailored management in addressing rare cerebrovascular conditions.
Deep Reconstruction of Mo‐based OER Pre‐Catalysts in Water Electrolysis at High Current Densities
Authors: Antony Rajini P. , Cechanaviciute Ieva A. , Quast Thomas , Zerdoumi Ridha , Saddeler Sascha , Junqueira João R. C. , Schuhmann Wolfgang 
Published: November 2023

AbstractEvaluating the dynamic structural reconstruction processes of transition metal‐based oxygen evolution reaction (OER) catalysts at industrial current densities in a membrane electrode assembly (MEA) configuration of an anion exchange membrane (AEM) electrolyzer is required for the practical application of OER electrodes in AEM‐type next‐generation electrolyzers. This study unveils the deep reconstruction phenomenon of a Mo‐containing OER catalyst anode during electrolysis at high current densities. A complete reconstruction of the catalyst due to selective Mo‐leaching is inevitable during high current operation and thereby new catalytic surfaces of the Mo‐containing Ni‐based electrodes for sustainable water electrolysis are exposed. The reconstruction was confirmed by ex situ and in situ surface characterization techniques. A scalable route for electrode fabrication demonstrated and it is shown that the reconstruction mechanism of the catalyst leads to a more sustainable operation of the electrolyzer at high current densities.
Construction of a Functional and Robust Cobalt(II) Phthalocyanine‐Modified Electrode for the Electrocatalytic Detection of Paraquat
Authors: Moodley Danica , Nocanda Xolani , Nelson Peter , Mambanda Allen , Booysen Irvin Noel 
Published: November 2023

AbstractThis study explores the optimization and application of a gold‐modified electrode, CoPc‐cou‐f‐MWCNTs/3‐HT|Au, for the electrocatalytic detection of a water pollutant, paraquat (PQ). It was fabricated via a sequential modification procedure entailing the formation of self‐assembled monolayers (SAMs) of a nanocomposite comprising of a coumarin tetra‐substituted cobalt phthalocyanine (CoPc‐cou) and carboxylic acid functionalized multiwalled carbon nanotubes (f‐MWCNTs). This was followed by the in‐situ immobilization of poly(3‐hexylthiophene) ([3‐HT]n) through electropolymerisation to render the chemically modified electrode (CME). Subsequently, the CME illustrated enhanced sensitivity towards PQ compared to the bare or CoPc‐cou‐f‐MWCNTs modified electrodes. The CoPc‐cou‐f‐MWCNTs/3‐HT|Au electrode displayed a linear PQ detection range of 0.584–1000 μM with a limit of detection (LOD) and limit of quantification (LOQ) of 0.193 μM and 0.584 μM, respectively. Comparison between calibration curves for the modified electrode and HPLC‐MS illustrates that the former method has a lower but comparable calibration sensitivity for PQ. In addition, this CME could electrocatalytically distinguish PQ within a real water sample collected from the Durban lagoon. Furthermore, the direct recovery of PQ in the lagoon water by the modified Au electrode was found to be 86 %, which is lower than the calculated value of 97 % obtained by HPLC‐MS after rigorous solid‐phase microextraction of the analyte. However, the lower percentage recovery could be rationalized by the interference studies.
Calamitic Liquid Crystals for Reversible Light‐Modulated Phase Regulation Based on Arylazopyrazole Photoswitches
Authors: Trân Hoàn Quân , Kawano Shinichiro , Thielemann Rebecca E. , Tanaka Kentaro , Ravoo Bart Jan 
Published: November 2023

AbstractThe design of responsive liquid crystals enables a diversity of technological applications. Especially photochromic liquid crystals gained a lot of interest in recent years due to the excellent spatiotemporal control of their phase transitions. In this work we present calamitic light responsive mesogens based on a library of arylazopyrazole photoswitches. These compounds show liquid‐crystalline behavior as shown by differential scanning calorimetry, grazing incidence X‐ray diffraction and polarized optical microscopy. UV‐vis spectroscopy and NMR analysis confirmed the excellent photophysical properties in solution and thin film. Additionally, polarized optical microscopy studies of the pristine compounds show reversible phase transition upon irradiation with light. Moreover, as a dopant in the commercially available liquid crystal 4‐cyano‐4′‐pentylbiphenyl (5CB), the temperature range was reduced to ambient temperatures while preserving the photophysical properties. Remarkably, this co‐assembled system shows reversible liquid‐crystalline to isotropic phase transition upon irradiation with light of different wavelengths. The spatiotemporal control of the phase transition of the liquid crystals offers opportunities in the development of optical devices.
Coordination Engineering of Heteronuclear Fe−Mo Dual‐Atom Catalyst for Promoted Electrocatalytic Nitrogen Fixation: A DFT Study
Authors: Liu Xiaojing , Wang Zhiwei , Feng Guoning , Sun Yujie , Zhang Xintao , Chen Xin , Sa Rongjian , Li Qiaohong , Sun Chenghua , Ma Zuju 
Published: November 2023

AbstractDeveloping efficient nanostructured electrocatalysts for N2 reduction to NH3 under mild conditions remains a major challenge. The Fe−Mo cofactor serves as the archetypal active site in nitrogenase. Inspired by nitrogenase, we designed a series of heteronuclear dual‐atom catalysts (DACs) labeled as FeMoN6−aXa (a=1, 2, 3; X=B, C, O, S) anchored on the pore of g‐C3N4 to probe the impact of coordination on FeMo‐catalyzed nitrogen fixation. The stability, reaction paths, activity, and selectivity of 12 different FeMoN6−aXa DACs have been systematically studied using density functional theory. Of these, four DACs (FeMoN5B1, FeMoN5O1, FeMoN4O2, and FeMoN3C3) displayed promising nitrogen reduction reaction (NRR) performance. Notably, FeMoN5O1 stands out with an ultralow limiting potential of −0.11 V and high selectivity. Analysis of the density of states and charge/spin changes shows FeMoN5O1′s high activity arises from optimal N2 binding on Fe initially and synergy of the FeMo dimer enabling protonation in NRR. This work contributes to the advancement of rational design for efficient NRR catalysts by regulating atomic coordination environments.
Recovery of phosphorus from aqueous media as vivianite by crystallization
Authors: Buyukkamaci Nurdan , Karabacakogullari Seda , Totur Pamik Duygu 
Published: November 2023

AbstractSince phosphorus resources are limited, optimal management of available phosphorus (P) and phosphorus recovery is a vital issue for the entire world. Studies continue on more efficient and economical phosphorus recovery techniques from wastewater and sludge. Recovery of phosphorus as vivianite is a current issue worldwide and studies are ongoing. Vivianite is a valuable mineral used in some industrial facilities and agricultural activities. Therefore, recovery of P from wastewater based on vivianite formation not only contributes to the sustainable use of phosphorus but also provides potential economic opportunities. In this study, it was aimed to determine the recovery potential of phosphorus as vivianite and to evaluate the effects of operational conditions on phosphorus recovery. For this purpose, two types of lab‐scale crystallizer, semibatch completely mixed and fluidized bed, were used. In experimental studies, the effects of operating parameters such as pH, Fe/P ratio, Fe feeding rate, and P concentration for vivianite crystallization were investigated. The highest phosphorus recovery was found at a Fe/P ratio of 1.8 and P removal efficiency of up to 69% was achieved by vivianite crystallization.
The genetic landscape of histologically transformed marginal zone lymphomas
Authors: Li Anqi , Yi Hongmei , Deng Shijie , Ruan Miao , Xu Pengpeng , Huo Yujia , Lu Haiyang , Shen Xia , Ouyang Binsen , Cai Mingci , Xu Haimin , Wang Zhongyu , Zhang Lei , Zhu Lingyan , Peng Qi , Gu Yijin , Xie Jialing , Wang Yan , Dong Lei , Liu Zebing , Wang Chaofu 
Published: November 2023

AbstractBackgroundMarginal zone lymphomas (MZLs) comprise a diverse group of indolent lymphoproliferative disorders; however, some patients develop histologic transformation (HT) with rapid progression to aggressive lymphoma.MethodsForty‐three MZLs with HT (HT‐MZLs), 535 MZLs, and 174 de novo diffuse large B‐cell lymphomas (DLBCLs) without rearrangements of MYC, BCL2, and BCL6 were collected. Among these, 22 HT‐MZLs, 39 MZLs, and 174 DLBCLs were subjected to 148‐gene targeted exome sequencing. The clinicopathologic features of patients who had HT‐MZL and their genetic alterations were compared with those of patients who had MZLs and DLBCLs.ResultsAll 43 HT‐MZLs corresponded to DLBCLs. No HT‐MZLs harbored BCL2 and MYC and/or BCL6 rearrangements. Bone marrow involvement and higher levels of lactate dehydrogenase were significantly more common in HT‐MZLs than in MZLs. Furthermore, upregulated BCL6, MUM1, C‐MYC, and Ki‐67 expression was observed more frequently in HT‐MZLs than in MZLs. TBL1XR1 was the most frequently altered gene (63.6%) in HT‐MZLs, followed by CCND3 (31.8%), CARD11, ID3, and TP53 (22.7%). A trend toward worse progression‐free survival in patients with TBL1XR1 mutations was observed. Compared with MZLs and non–germinal center B‐cell (GCB) type DLBCLs, significantly higher frequencies of TBL1XR1 and ID3 mutations were identified in HT‐MZLs. PIM1 mutations frequently occurred in DLBCLs and were significantly associated with TBL1XR1 mutations but were mutated less in HT‐MZLs that had TBL1XR1 mutations.ConclusionsThe current findings reveal the clinicopathologic and genetic features of HT‐MZLs, suggesting that these tumors might constitute a group distinct from MZL and de novo non–GCB type DLBCL. TBL1XR1 mutations may be considered a predictor of HT in MZL.