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Anisotropic Polybenzimidazole Ion‐Solvating Membranes Composed of Aligned Nano‐Sheets for Efficient Acid‐Alkaline Amphoteric Water Electrolysis
Authors: Huang Zequan , Zhu Danyi , Benicewicz Brian C. , Zhu Tianyu , Liang Jiazhen , Zhu Taizhong , Zhang Liang , Liu Mengjiao , Gao Congjie , Huang Fei , Xue Lixin 
Published: December 2023

AbstractAcid‐alkaline amphoteric water electrolysis (AAA‐WE) can produce green hydrogen under reduced voltage and energy consumption. However, its conflicting demands on ion exchange membranes to have both high ionic conductivity and barrier properties between H+ and OH− have thwarted its own development. Here, the preparation of anisotropic polybenzimidazole (PBI) ion‐solvating membrane (ISM) made of hundreds of 28 nm thick nano‐sheets (PBI‐aNS) from gel state PBI (PBI‐Gel) membranes via 2D‐polarized/1D shrinking process, in which loosely packed multi‐layer PBI nano‐fibrous assemblies are shrunken into hundreds of layers of tight 28 nm thick nano‐sheets, is reported. The resulting PBI‐aNS membranes possess excellent dual‐ion conductivity (H+ and OH−), good acid/alkali barrier capability, and robust mechanical properties. Acid‐alkaline amphoteric water electrolysis (AAA‐WE) using PBI‐aNS separators achieves a high current density of 1 A cm−2 at 1.4 V (with iR‐correction) under a voltage increasing rate of 6.1 mV h−1. This newly designed ISM will lead to new possibilities for the development of next‐generation water electrolysis devices with improved green hydrogen production efficiencies.
In situDRIFTS examining the impact of indium doping on activity of CuIn/ZrO2 catalyst for CO2 hydrogenation to methanol
Authors: Chen Jiawei , Wu Bohong , Shao Yan , Guo Hongwei , Chen Huanhao 
Published: December 2023

AbstractWe describe the synthesis of CuIn/ZrO2 catalysts via a facile mechanochemical synthesis method. In doping was demonstrated to promote the formation of strong Cu–In2O3 interactions and increase the number of Cu+ sites. The CuIn0.05/ZrO2 catalyst shows relatively high selectivity and space–time yield of methanol (~50% and ~1.25 , respectively) at 300°C and 5 MPa, outperforming those of the Cu/ZrO2 catalyst (~25% and ~1.12 , respectively). Time‐resolved in situ DRIFTS results acquired under various reaction conditions (typically H2/D2 isotope exchange) demonstrate that the surface Cu+–bound formate was the most reactive intermediate and the subsequent hydrogenation process should be the rate‐limiting step, which was positively promoted by the inclusion of In. The strong Cu–In2O3 interaction promotes a decrease in Cu0 sites, leading to a weak interaction of the Cu0‐bound CO intermediates, thus facilitating further hydrogenation of these species rather than releasing CO product.
Study on the gelation and sustained release effect of the thermosensitive material TPGS1000
Authors: He Suna , Yang Ziqin , Qian Xingyue , He Wanting , Li Chen 
Published: December 2023

AbstractPolyethylene glycol 1000 vitamin E succinate (TPSG1000) was commonly used as absorption promoter, solubilizer, and emulsifier in drug delivery systems. In addition, TPGS1000 possessed thermosensitivity and gelling property that were not extensively studied. Hence, TPGS1000 was synthesized by Collnot method, characterized, evaluated for gelling property, and applied as the thermosensitive carrier in the study. Thin‐layer chromatography, Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy, and high‐performance liquid chromatography methods proved that the TPGS1000 was successfully synthesized. Under the condition of 4.5% sodium sulfate, 12% TPGS1000 could rapidly form stable hydrogels at 37°C. In addition, the gelling time tends to shorten with temperature increasing. It is worth noting that TPGS1000 as the carrier for loading doxorubicin displayed significant sustained release behavior. In conclusion, the study laid foundation for the application and further research of TPGS1000 in thermosensitive gel drug delivery system and provides a novel material for thermosensitive gel preparations.
Strengthening the mechanical properties of polysulfide adhesives by introducing polyurethane
Authors: Han Xu , Li Wenke , Ji Yumei , Wu Lianfeng , Yang Yike , Liu Feng 
Published: December 2023

AbstractPolysulfide adhesives are often subjected to breakage or even fracture caused by highly loaded vibrations and large deformations from the wing, limiting their practical use in aircraft fuel tanks. Inserting polyurethanes into liquid polysulfide systems is a viable approach to strengthening their mechanical properties and avoiding nonuniform dispersion of the curing agent. In this contribution, a series of sulfur‐containing curing agents were prepared by liquid polysulfide and trimethylolpropane tris(3‐mercapto propionate) (TMPMP) to minimize the effect of the polysulfide‐urea (‐NHCOS‐) groups on water resistance. Subsequently, the two‐component polysulfide adhesives were successfully synthesized via the prepolymerization method, and their chemical structure, mechanical properties, and solvent resistance were systematically evaluated. As expected, the large introduction of sulfur linkages and ‐NHCOS‐ groups provided excellent oil resistance and strong mechanical properties for polysulfide adhesives. Notably, Samples 2‐4 exhibited the highest tensile strength of 1.11 ± 0.02 MPa, the greatest shear strength of 1.87 ± 0.04 MPa, and the best hardness of 81 ± 2 Shore A, with 122.0%, 523.3%, and 170.0% improvement over the control, respectively. Furthermore, the oil absorption rate of all samples was less than 3.0%, and their tensile strength remained almost unchanged after 30 days of immersion than before. We believe our paradigm can provide a valuable guideline for designing high‐performance polysulfide adhesives.
Fabrication of polyamide 12T micro‐cellular foams with ultra‐high compressive strength via in situ polytetrafluoroethylene fibrillation using supercritical carbon dioxide foaming
Authors: Sun Yibo , Li Zhuolun , Lu Haofan , Chen Shihong , Wang Xiangdong , Wang Yaqiao 
Published: December 2023

AbstractThe development of micro‐cellular foams with ultra‐high compressive strength and high volume expansion ratio (VER) is a challenging task. Herein, polyamide 12T (PA12T) micro‐cellular foams with ultra‐high compressive strength were fabricated via in situ polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) fibrillation using supercritical CO2 foaming technology and a chain extender. The resulting branched structure showed considerably improved viscoelasticity and foaming performance, thus improving the cell morphology of the PA12T foam and exhibiting high VER. The PTFE fibrillation network induced melt strength enhancement, crystallization nucleation, and cell nucleation. The branched PA12T foam with 1.5 wt% PTFE exhibited the smallest cell diameter (15 μm) and highest cell density (3 × 109 cells/cm3). The compressive strength of the foam (0.50 MPa under 5% strain) was 70% higher than that of pure PA12T. This research offers an effective method for producing high‐VER PA12T foams with adjustable micro‐cellular structures and excellent mechanical properties.
Creating wetland islands to enhance shoreline habitat for fish recruitment in a modified shallow lake
Authors: de Leeuw Joep J. , Volwater Joey J. J. , van Keeken Olvin A. , van Emmerik Willie A. M. , van Leeuwen Casper H. A. 
Published: December 2023

Abstract

Soft shoreline engineering is increasingly used to combine shoreline fortification with the enhancement of biodiversity and biological production of land–water transitions. From 2016 to 2021, the large‐scale ecosystem restoration project Marker Wadden has created new multiple wetland islands from local sediments in the highly modified Lake Markermeer, the Netherlands. Instead of replacing steep rip‐rap shorelines with soft shorelines, new islands with soft land–water transitions were engineered to offset the marked declines in bird and fish populations in this Natura 2000 area, protected under the European Union Birds and Habitats Directives.
This new approach was evaluated by assessing the added value of the newly created wetland islands with soft shorelines to the existing steep rip‐rap fortified shores of the lake, for the enhancement of fish spawning and nursery habitat.
Young‐of‐the‐year fish densities at the Marker Wadden islands were highest in sheltered bays and wetlands with nutrient‐rich silt sediments, and lowest at wind‐exposed sandy beaches. Both newly engineered soft shorelines and existing rip‐rap shorelines contributed to habitat diversity, although fish densities declined considerably with increasing exposure to wind‐induced wave power.
Building soft shorelines as a new archipelago instead of replacing existing shoreline habitats increased the total length of the land–water transitions in the lake. The 800 ha Marker Wadden archipelago covers only 1% of the 70,000 ha lake surface area, but provides a 16% increase in shoreline habitat and a fivefold increase in soft shoreline for the lake.
We conclude that designing wetland islands as a means of lake restoration can contribute effectively to sheltered habitat enhancement for fish spawning and nurseries, and thereby to the potential conservation of fish communities. The approach of building islands achieves this without compromising the complementary functionality of the original, more mature, shorelines of the lake.
Advancements in artificial intelligence technology for improving animal welfare: Current applications and research progress
Authors: Zhang Li , Guo Wenqiang , Lv Chenrui , Guo Meng , Yang Mei , Fu Qiuyue , Liu Xiaomeng 
Published: December 2023

AbstractThe integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in various sectors has led to significant advancements, with the animal industry being no exception. This review aims to investigate the benefits, limitations, and future prospects of AI technology in improving animal welfare. First, it examines the role of AI in understanding animal behaviors and emotions, providing deeper insights into their well‐being and sources of stress. Next, the paper explores how AI can revolutionize animal nutrition through innovative algorithms and data analytics. The health aspect emphasizes the ability of AI to identify and manage illnesses through intelligent systems. This review also highlights the application of AI in improving animal living conditions, with a focus on environmental management and automated cleaning and disinfection systems. In conclusion, the review emphasizes AI‐driven techniques for early prediction, close monitoring, and accurate diagnosis of animal diseases, ensuring healthier and more sustainable livestock management. By leveraging its advantages, addressing limitations, and exploring future directions, AI has the potential to significantly enhance animal welfare, sustainable agriculture, and veterinary practices.
Information science and the inevitable: A literature review at the intersection of death and information management: An Annual Review of Information Science and Technology (ARIST) paper
Authors: Dinneen Jesse David , Krtalić Maja , Davoudi Nilou , Hellmich Helene , Ochsner Catharina , Bressel Paulina 
Published: December 2023

AbstractDeath is an inevitable part of life and highly relevant to information management: its approach often requires preparation, and its occurrence often demands a response. Many works in information science have acknowledged so much, and yet death is rarely a focused topic, appearing instead sporadically and disconnected across research. As a result there is no introduction to, overview of, or synthesis across studies on death and information. We therefore conducted an extensive literature search and reviewed nearly 300 scholarly publications at the intersection of death and information (and data) management. Covering seven topics in total, we review two groups of work directly engaging information management in relation to death (digital possessions, inheritance, and legacy; information behavior, needs, and practices around death), three engaging death and technology that require information and its management (death and the Internet, thanatosensitive design and technology‐augmented death practices, and the digital afterlife and digital immortality), and two reflecting the ethical and legal dimensions unique to death and information. We then integrate the collective findings to summarize the landscape of death‐related information research, outline remaining challenges for individuals, families, institutions, and society, and identify promising directions for future information science research.
Hippocampal metabolic profile during epileptogenesis in the pilocarpine model of epilepsy
Authors: Meier Letícia , Bruginski Estevan , Marafiga Joseane Righes , Caus Letícia Barbieri , Pasquetti Mayara Vendramin , Calcagnotto Maria Elisa , Campos Francinete Ramos 
Published: December 2023

AbstractTemporal lobe epilepsy (TLE) is a common form of refractory epilepsy in adulthood. The metabolic profile of epileptogenesis is still poorly investigated. Elucidation of such a metabolic profile using animal models of epilepsy could help identify new metabolites and pathways involved in the mechanisms of epileptogenesis process. In this study, we evaluated the metabolic profile during the epileptogenesis periods. Using a pilocarpine model of epilepsy, we analyzed the global metabolic profile of hippocampal extracts by untargeted metabolomics based on ultra‐performance liquid chromatography–high‐resolution mass spectrometry, at three time points (3 h, 1 week, and 2 weeks) after status epilepticus (SE) induction. We demonstrated that epileptogenesis periods presented different hippocampal metabolic profiles, including alterations of metabolic pathways of amino acids and lipid metabolism. Six putative metabolites (tryptophan, N‐acetylornithine, N‐acetyl‐L‐aspartate, glutamine, adenosine, and cholesterol) showed significant different levels during epileptogenesis compared to their respective controls. These putative metabolites could be associated with the imbalance of neurotransmitters, mitochondrial dysfunction, and cell loss observed during both epileptogenesis and epilepsy. With these findings, we provided an overview of hippocampal metabolic profiles during different stages of epileptogenesis that could help investigate pathways and respective metabolites as predictive tools in epilepsy.
‘It's All About Trying to Be Relatable’: Counsellor relatability and personal experiences of social media when supporting young people
Authors: White Ella , Chen‐Wilson Chao‐Hwa (Josephine) 
Published: December 2023

AbstractBackgroundAlthough there is a small area of research exploring how mental health practitioners can support young people with the impacts of social media (SM) on their mental health, no study has researched into practitioners’ own relationship with SM. This study aimed to explore counsellor's own relationship with SM, and how such insights contributed into their support to their clients who may be impacted by their engagement with SM.MethodsCounsellors who worked with young people aged 16–25 were recruited and interviewed. A reflexive thematic analysis of the interviews identified three main themes.FindingsThe first theme “It’s Not Based on Reality” related to counsellors comparing themselves to the unrealistic highlight reel depicted on SM in the same way as the young people they supported. The second theme “All Of a Sudden I’m on Facebook” explored the counsellor’s obsessive use of SM yet they believed they were better able than their young clients to recognise when SM impacted their mood and to instigate boundaries by coming offline. The third theme “It’s All About Trying to Be Relatable” highlighted counsellors’ evaluation of efficacy of their own SM use to their therapeutic practice.ConclusionDespite the noted parallels in SM use between counsellors and the young people they supported, counsellors believed their experiences of SM differed from their clients. This study provides implications for counsellor training when working with young people and the importance of counsellors’ self‐care when using SM.
Transcatheter edge‐to‐edge mitral valve repair for mitral regurgitation in patients with cardiogenic shock: A systematic review and meta‐analysis
Authors: Saito Tetsuya , Kuno Toshiki , Ueyama Hiroki A. , Kampaktsis Polydoros N. , Kolte Dhaval , Misumida Naoki , Takagi Hisato , Aikawa Tadao , Latib Azeem 
Published: December 2023

AbstractBackgroundThere is currently little evidence for transcatheter edge‐to‐edge mitral valve repair (TEER) for mitral regurgitation (MR) in patients with cardiogenic shock (CS). Therefore, this study investigated the characteristics and outcomes of CS patients who underwent TEER for MR.MethodsPubMed, EMBASE were searched in July 2023. Case series and observational studies reporting clinical characteristics and outcomes in CS patients with MR who underwent TEER were included. We performed a one‐group meta‐analysis using a random effects model.ResultsA total of 4060 patients from 7 case series and 5 observational studies were included. The mean age was 68.2 (95% confidence interval [CI]: 64.1–72.2) years, and 41.4% of patients (95% CI: 39.1%–43.7%) were female. Pre‐TEER, severe MR was present in 85.3% (95% CI: 76.1%–91.3%) of patients. Mean left ventricular ejection fraction was 36.7% (95% CI: 29.2%–44.2%), and 54.6% (95% CI: 36.9%–71.2%) of patients received mechanical circulatory support. The severity of MR post‐TEER was less than 2+ in 88% (95% CI: 87%–89%) of patients. In‐hospital mortality was 11% (95% CI: 10%–13%), whereas 30‐day and 1‐year mortality rates were 15% (95% CI: 13%–16%), and 36% (95% CI: 21%–54%), respectively.ConclusionsThis systematic review and meta‐analysis assessed the clinical characteristics and outcomes of TEER in CS patients with MR. TEER for MR in patients with CS has been successful in reducing MR in most of the patients, but with a high mortality rate. Randomized controlled trials of TEER for MR and CS are needed.
Oil spill bioremediation strategies in Brazilian tropical seawater—The role of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons degradation
Authors: de Souza Eliane Soares , Becker Beatriz Rohden , Vieira‐da‐Motta Olney , Almeida João Carlos de Aquino 
Published: December 2023

AbstractFor this research, a 28‐day bioremediation experiment was conducted, simulating an oil spill on the Brazilian coast using mesocosm units and two different bioremediation strategies, adding rate‐limiting nutrients in the form of NPK fertilizer during the first four days (Bior1) and weekly (Bior2). The gas chromatography–mass spectrometry analysis results showed that oil natural degradation (Control) removed 33.8 wt.% of the alkanes on Day 7, while bioremediation processes plus evaporation in Bior1 and Bior2 contributed to minimizing alkanes in 83.4 and 80.8 wt.%, respectively. Bior1 strategy also accelerated the biodegradation of recalcitrant polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAH) such as phenanthrene, methyl phenanthrenes, and methyl dibenzothiophenes up to the second week when compared to Bior2. Low‐cost NPK fertilizer addition demonstrated efficiency in the bioremediation strategy, especially in the first days of the simulated oil spill (Bior1), leading to savings in time and financial investment in recovering an oil contaminated area. Results also showed the efficiency of the oil‐degrading bacteria Pseudomonas mesophilica, identified for the first time in Brazilian seawater. In addition, results confirmed the influence of tropical temperatures over oil natural natural degradation and bioremediation as an oil spill cleanup solution for recovering contaminated areas in tropical countries, especially in sensitive marine environments.
A scoping review of cerebral reperfusion therapies in childhood and adolescence with arterial ischemic stroke
Authors: Garcia Ana Lúcia de Paula , Zuliani Flávia Guirro , Mendes‐Chillof Cristiane Lara , Bazan Silméia Garcia Zanati , de Freitas Carlos Clayton Macedo , Modolo Gabriel Pinheiro , Pereira Vitor Mendes , Luvizutto Gustavo José , Bazan Rodrigo 
Published: December 2023

AbstractBackgroundManagement of pediatric stroke is challenging because of the paucity of data supporting the efficacy of interventions. This scoping review details the treatments available for the acute phase of stroke in pediatric patients with arterial ischemic stroke.Summary of ReviewOverall, 68 relevant articles were published between 2001 and 2023. The primary study included 48 case reports (n = 48). Eleven articles reported the use of intravenous thrombolysis (IVT) with alteplase, eight used intra‐arterial (IA) alteplase, and 52 reported mechanical thrombectomy (MT). IVT was administered to 195 patients with a median of 5.5 h of stroke onset, and only four (2.0%) had intracranial hemorrhage after alteplase treatment. Of the 11 articles, nine used 0.9 mg/kg IVT administered as a 10% bolus, with the remaining 90% administered over one hour, and one study used 0.54 mg/kg. IA was performed in 17 patients with a median of 5.05 h of stroke onset, and three individuals (17.6%) had intracranial hemorrhage. Of the eight reports that document IA, two used 0.9 mg/kg; one each used 0.16 mg/kg, 0.1 mg/kg, 0.6 mg/kg, 100 mg/day, and 10 mg/day; and one article documented the use of urokinase 750 000 IU. MT was used in 434 and 215 individuals in a previous systematic review, with a median of 11.82 h of stroke onset, and only 2.9% had intracranial hemorrhage after the treatment. Stent retrievers were used in 33 reports (63.5%) and aspiration retrievers were mentioned in 15 articles (28.8%). Overall, the outcomes ranged from complete to moderate recovery for all modalities.ConclusionsIVT and MT are safer than IA; however, despite the lack of clinical trials, all modalities seem effective in improving clinical recovery. To guide clinical practice and determine better intervention modalities, clinicians should note the key messages from this review, such as using magnetic resonance imaging in the acute phase and identifying key risk factors and presenting symptoms.
Environmental Enrichment for Stroke and Traumatic Brain Injury: Mechanisms and Translational Implications
Authors: Nie Luwei , He Jinxin , Wang Junmin , Wang Ruike , Huang Leo , Jia Lin , Kim Yun Tai , Bhawal Ujjal K. , Fan Xiaochong , Zille Marietta , Jiang Chao , Chen Xuemei , Wang Jian 
Published: December 2023

AbstractAcquired brain injuries, such as ischemic stroke, intracerebral hemorrhage (ICH), and traumatic brain injury (TBI), can cause severe neurologic damage and even death. Unfortunately, currently, there are no effective and safe treatments to reduce the high disability and mortality rates associated with these brain injuries. However, environmental enrichment (EE) is an emerging approach to treating and rehabilitating acquired brain injuries by promoting motor, sensory, and social stimulation. Multiple preclinical studies have shown that EE benefits functional recovery, including improved motor and cognitive function and psychological benefits mediated by complex protective signaling pathways. This article provides an overview of the enriched environment protocols used in animal models of ischemic stroke, ICH, and TBI, as well as relevant clinical studies, with a particular focus on ischemic stroke. Additionally, we explored studies of animals with stroke and TBI exposed to EE alone or in combination with multiple drugs and other rehabilitation modalities. Finally, we discuss the potential clinical applications of EE in future brain rehabilitation therapy and the molecular and cellular changes caused by EE in rodents with stroke or TBI. This article aims to advance preclinical and clinical research on EE rehabilitation therapy for acquired brain injury. © 2024 American Physiological Society.Compr Physiol14:5291‐5323, 2024.