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The development of the fear of earthquake scale: validity and reliability study in Türkiye after the 2023 earthquake
Authors: Sarı Tuğba , Taşdelen-Karçkay Arzu , Tarcan Şule 
Published: December 2023

Abstract
Background
In 2023, Türkiye experienced a significant earthquake disaster that profoundly impacted 11 provinces. The enduring consequences of these earthquakes on daily life triggered widespread fears and anxieties in society, leading to scholarly investigations in this field.

Objective
The primary objective of this study was to create and evaluate the psychometric properties of the Fear of Earthquake Scale (FES), a modified adaptation of the Fear of COVID-19 Scale (FCV-19 S), tailored to measure earthquake-related experiences in Türkiye.

Methods
A total of 315 Turkish adult participants (106 men, 209 women), with a mean age of 37.71 years, completed the FES, along with the Brief Psychological Resilience Scale (BPRS). Psychometric analyses included confirmatory factor analysis as well as the evaluation of alternative factor structures, internal consistency, convergent validity, and criterion validity with respect to resilience.

Results
The findings indicate that the Turkish version of the Fear of Earthquake Scale has strong psychometric properties in terms of validity and reliability. After assessing various factor structures, it was observed that the two-factor model which represents the emotional and somatic response to fear, exhibited the best-fit values The Cronbach’s alpha coefficients were calculated as 0.89 for the overall FES, 0.84 for the emotional subscale and 0.86 for the somatic subscale, indicating high internal consistency. Additionally, the negative correlation between resilience and the FES supports the criterion validity of the scale, and multi-group confirmatory factor analyses proved that measurement invariance held across genders and whether they experienced an earthquake or not for all groups. Furthermore, the results of the study revealed that women and individuals with prior earthquake experience reported higher levels of fear of earthquakes.

Conclusions
The FES emerged as a reliable and valid tool for assessing earthquake-related fears among the Turkish population.
A step toward autonomy in education: probing into the effects of practicing self-assessment, resilience, and creativity in task supported language learning
Authors: Aldosari Mubarak S. , Alsager Haroon N. 
Published: December 2023

AbstractSelf-assessment (SA) can provide students with opportunities to self-evaluate, or make judgments about their learning process and products of learning. Regarding the importance of SA, this survey pursued to examine the effects of practicing SA on Saudi Arabian EFL learners’ resilience, creativity, and autonomy in task supported language learning. To fulfill these objectives, 60 intermediate EFL learners were chosen and separated accidentally into two groups of control and experimental. They were then pre-tested using three related questionnaires of resilience, creativity, and autonomy. Next, the treatment was practiced on the two groups. Eight lessons of Touchstone Book 3 were taught to the experimental group using SAvia applying different tasks. On the other hand, the lessons were trained to the control group without using SA and tasks. The aforementioned questionnaires were re-administered as the post-tests following the completion of all lessons. Independent and paired samples t-test findings displayed that the control and experimental groups performed differently on the three post-tests. In essence, the results showed that the experimental group's resilience, creativity, and autonomy were all improved by the treatment. The research's implications and conclusions were then outlined. The implications of the research can allow students to evaluate their own progress and skill development critically.
Stimulating creativity in the classroom: examining the impact of sense of place on students’ creativity and the mediating effect of classmate relationships
Authors: Zhang Jianzhen , Yang Yukun , Ge Jiahao , Liang Xiaoyu , An Zhenni 
Published: December 2023

Abstract
Background
Although previous studies have found a close relationship between sense of place and creativity, few studies have been conducted considering the micro-environment of the classroom. The mediating role of classmate relationships in the association between students’ sense of place and creativity remains unclear.

Methods
This study explores classmate relationships as a mediating factor in the relationship between sense of place and creativity. Therefore, we considered a sample of 1555 Chinese high-school students and used a paper-based questionnaire survey. Data analysis was performed using SPSS 24.0, PROCESS 3.2 plugin, and AMOS.

Results
Sense of place in the micro-environment of the classroom has a significant positive predictive effect on creativity. Sense of place also has a significant positive predictive effect on peer relationships. The mediation analysis reveals that peer relationships play a mediating role in the relationship between the sense of place and creativity.

Conclusions
This study revealed the associations between sense of place, classmate relationships, and creativity. Creativity is better expressed in students with a strong sense of place in the classroom. Moreover, a student’s sense of place can enhance their creativity by influencing their peer relationships. These findings enrich the research in educational psychology within the classroom, providing new insights for fostering creativity.
Barriers to social sustainability in urbanisation: a comparative multi-stakeholder perspective
Authors: Sharif Ahlam Ammar 
Published: December 2023

AbstractSocial sustainability is a key pillar of sustainable development that usually receives less focus and emphasis when compared to other environmental or economic aspects. This entails the need to address this gap, should the concept of urban sustainability be comprehensively tackled. Despite such importance, social sustainability is considered a relatively difficult pillar to measure, considering its entanglements with the concerned individuals, communities, and stakeholders. This study aimed to identify the key barriers to achieving social sustainability in the context of Jordan. It relied on the opinions of three groups of experts, including academics, practitioners, and end users to reach a comprehensive account of understanding such barriers within a multi-faceted approach. The methodology relied on the Delphi technique by identifying areas of consensus and variance in provided opinions. The Kruskal–Wallis test was then applied to identify the inter-group differences and explore the key causes for such differences. The study concluded by developing a comprehensive framework of identified barriers weighed according to their relative importance considering the provided cumulative feedback. In so doing, it represents a step towards a comprehensive model that would assist in understanding, and later enabling, the successful achievement of social sustainability in the studied local context.
Comprehensive transcriptomics and metabolomics revealed the antifungal mechanism of Cymbopogon citratus essential oil nanoemulsion against Fusarium solani
Authors: Wen JinRui , Liao HongXin , Nie HongYan , Ling CuiQiong , Zhang LiYan , Xu FuRong , Dong Xian 
Published: December 2023

Abstract
Background
Fusarium solani (F. solani) is the main pathogen causing root rot of Panax notoginseng (Burk.) F. H. Chen (P. notoginseng). Cymbopogon citratus (DC.) Stapf (C. citratus) essential oil (EO) is a mixture of various active ingredients with good antifungal effects and no residue. However, due to its hydrophobicity and oxidation, its bioavailability is low.

Results
In this study, EO was made into a nanoemulsion using Tween-80 and anhydrous ethanol by ultrasonication. The antifungal activity of the traditional emulsion (TEO) and C. citratus nanoemulsion (NEO) was compared by measuring the effects on spores and mycelia and in vivo assays. The components of EO, TEO, and NEO were analyzed by GC‒MS, and the inhibitory mechanism of the emulsion against fungi was revealed by combining transcriptomics and metabolomics. The prepared NEO was a clear and transparent homogeneous liquid with a particle size of 15.86 ± 1.96 nm. It was an oil-in-water nanoemulsion and maintained good stability in different environments. The contents of antifungal components such as citronellal and linalool in NEO were significantly higher than those in TEO. The antifungal effect of NEO against F. solani was increased by 8 times compared with that of TEO. Through transcriptomic and metabolomic analyses, it was found that both NEO and TEO inhibited the fungi by destroying the cell membrane, thereby affecting the ribosome, meiosis and TCA cycle of the fungi, and NEO had a deeper effect than TEO. NEO also inhibited the gene expression of the CYR1 enzyme and decreased the amount of d-trehalose, thus inhibiting the germination of spores and thereby affecting the growth of mycelia.

Conclusions
This study not only solved the problem of EO insoluble in water and low bioavailability but also greatly improved the antifungal activity, revealing the antifungal mechanism and the reason for the enhancement of NEO activity. It provides theoretical research for further development and utilization of EO to produce environmentally friendly pesticides or fertilizers and alleviate root rot of medicinal plants.

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Visual and refractive outcomes after implantation of two models of trifocal intraocular lenses in eyes with previous corneal ablation to treat hyperopia
Authors: Mayordomo-Cerdá Fernando , Ortega-Usobiaga Julio , Baviera-Sabater Julio , Bilbao-Calabuig Rafael , Llovet-Osuna Fernando , Druchkiv Vasyl , Cobo-Soriano Rosario 
Published: December 2023

Abstract
Background
To assess whether a trifocal intraocular lens (IOL) with neutral spherical aberration (SA) provides better visual and refractive outcomes than a trifocal IOL with negative SA after hyperopic corneal laser ablation.

Methods
This is a retrospective comparative study. Patients were classified according to the IOL implanted after cataract or clear lens phacoemulsification [group 1, PhysIOL FineVision Pod-F (negative SA); group 2, Rayner RayOne Trifocal (neutral SA)]. We evaluated uncorrected distance visual acuity (UDVA), corrected distance visual acuity (CDVA), uncorrected intermediate visual acuity (UIVA), uncorrected near visual acuity (UNVA), predictability, safety, efficacy, and satisfaction.

Results
198 eyes of 119 patients met the inclusion criteria. Group 1 comprised 120 eyes and group 2 comprised 78 eyes. At completion, the refractive and predictability results were significantly better in group 1 than in group 2 for manifest refraction spherical equivalent (MRSE) (P < 0.001). Differences were not significant for UDVA (P = 0.647), CDVA (P = 0.343), UIVA (P = 0.059), UNVA (P = 0.382), binocular UIVA (P = 0.157), or binocular UNVA (P = 0.527). Safety and efficacy indices in refractive lens exchange (RLE) eyes were 0.96 and 0.91, and 0.89 and 0.93 in groups 1 and 2, respectively (P = 0.254 and 0.168). Patient satisfaction was similar in both groups (P > 0.05, all items).

Conclusion
In eyes previously treated with hyperopic corneal ablation, implantation of a trifocal IOL with neutral SA provided better efficacy and safety outcomes but worse predictability outcomes than those obtained with a trifocal model with negative SA.
What's next for the Sustainable Development Goals? Synergy and trade-offs in affordable and clean energy (SDG 7)
Authors: Ramasubramanian Brindha , Ramakrishna Seeram 
Published: December 2023

AbstractThis Sustainable Development Goal (SDG 7) analysis addresses critical challenges through three questions, backed by literature and evidence. Environmental, social, and governance concerns were discussed. A notable SDG target shortfall was observed from International Renewable Energy Agency, International Energy Agency, and United Nation’s publications. Urgent actions include refining greenhouse gas emission equivalent estimations and establishing unified life cycle assessment standards. While prioritizing renewables, minimizing dependence on non-renewables for a lower carbon footprint is vital. Balancing energy production with per capita consumption reduction, especially with a growing population, is key to achieving net-zero emissions. This solution demands a thoughtful evaluation of challenges tied to specific renewable technologies and their socio-economic impact. Balancing economic growth, crisis response, and resource management is crucial for acheiving SDG 7 targets.
Analysis of radiographic factors affecting the significant differences in knee alignment between hip-to-talus and hip-to-calcaneus radiographs after opening-wedge high tibial osteotomy
Authors: Park Hyung Jun , Boo Joon Hyeok , Suh Dong Hun , Kim Jae Gyoon 
Published: December 2023

Abstract
Background
Optimal alignment after opening-wedge high tibial osteotomy (OWHTO) is crucial for obtaining good clinical results. A hip-to-calcaneus radiograph (HCR) appears to reflect the true mechanical axis. However, no study has been reported using the HCR in patients who underwent OWHTO. We aimed to analyze the radiographic factors affecting the significant difference in the weight-bearing line (WBL) ratio between two radiographs after opening-wedge high tibial osteotomy (OWHTO).

Methods
This retrospective study included 51 patients who underwent both hip-to-talus radiographs (HTR) and HCR after OWHTO. The patients were divided into two groups; a consistent group (WBL ratio difference between postoperative HTR and HCR < 5%; N = 35) and an inconsistent group (> 5%; N = 16). Radiographic variables for lower extremity alignment, knee and ankle joints, and clinical scores were evaluated. The receiver operating characteristic curve was used to determine the threshold of radiographic variables that induced inconsistencies between the two radiographs.

Results
The mean postoperative WBL ratio in the HCR of the inconsistent group was significantly higher than that of the consistent group (57.7 ± 13.2% and 49.1 ± 11.6%, respectively) (P = 0.02). The preoperative and postoperative ankle joint line obliquity (AJLO) and preoperative lateral distal tibia ground surface angle (LDTGA) were significantly different between the two groups (P < 0.05). The preoperative AJLO (odds ratio 0.784, confidence interval 0.655–0.939, P = 0.008) significantly affected WBL ratio inconsistency. The cutoff value of the preoperative AJLO was 3.16°. However, clinical scores did not differ significantly between the two groups.

Conclusion
The pre-and postoperative AJLO and the preoperative LDTGA were significantly different between the two groups. Among these variables, only preoperative AJLO negatively affected the inconsistency in WBL ratios between the two radiographs (HTT and HTC). Therefore, it should be considered to prevent postoperative overcorrection of the true mechanical axis after OWHTO, even though we corrected it properly.
Level of evidence Level IV.
Effect of oxidative stress-related genetic variants: “Explicating the role of reactive oxygen species influenced antioxidant gene polymorphism,” a risk stratification of type 2 diabetes mellitus-associated nephropathy: a systematic review
Authors: Begum Farhana , Lakshmanan Karpagavel 
Published: December 2023

AbstractType 2 diabetes mellitus is believed to be associated with microvascular complications which include diabetic retinopathy, nephropathy, and neuropathy. Oxidative stress plays a predominant role in the pathogenesis of DN and also influences metabolic endeavor and its hemodynamic pathways to possess various associations with renal complications, and one such is diabetic nephropathy which is the insignificant cause of end-stage renal disease. Renal injury in DN is predominantly related to the inclined oxidative stress, with influential metabolic endeavor and its hemodynamic pathways. Hyperglycemia, an hallmark feature of diabetes, promotes conditions of the diabetic patients responsible for higher reactive oxygen species production, which ultimately leads to increased oxidative stress, and this is considered to be the important event in the initiation of DN. Pertaining to oxidative stress, ROS is generated mostly by the variety of important pathways, in which this paves the way for antioxidant therapeutic approach preventing the initiation and progression/aggravation of tubular injury in DN. The most salient antioxidant enzymes including superoxide dismutase, catalase, glutathione-S-transferase, and glutathione peroxidase are considered as prime elements involved in the assembly and discharge of reactive metabolites. Therefore, this review highlights that antioxidant gene polymorphisms also postulate that this in these antioxidant genes may be a major cause for the pathogenesis of DN. Hence, it could also answer many questions put forth by researchers, and clinicians detecting the single-nucleotide polymorphism of these antioxidant genes and targeting therapeutic approach can enhance the genetic changes and help to reduce severity at the early stages of DN. Additionally, this literature review also shows the importance of regional population studies on detecting the SNPs of antioxidant gene which in turn reflects the status of oxidative stress involved in the pathogenesis of DN associated with T2D.
Assessment of hepatic steatosis of potential living donor before liver transplantation using liver/spleen CT attenuation ratio compared to liver biopsy
Authors: Atef Hesham Mohamed , Korayem Enas Mohamed , Ahmed Naglaa Allam , Houseni Mohamed Mohamed , El-Refaie Ahmed Mohamed , Gomaa Manal Ibrahim 
Published: December 2023

Abstract
Background
Hepatic steatosis has become a major worldwide health problem, so assessment of hepatic steatosis in potential living donors is crucial prior to liver transplantation. Until now liver biopsy (LB) is considered the gold standard for diagnosing steatosis before transplantation, however steatosis assessment using imaging modalities, such as computerized tomography (CT), would be better for the donor, due its non-invasiveness. This study aimed to assess the efficacy of CT as a semiquantitaive tool for liver steatosis assessment in liver donors in comparison to liver biopsy results.

Methods
This cross-sectional study was carried out on 53 potential liver graft donors. All patients were subjected to non-contrast CT of the abdomen, tru-cut liver biopsy, and histopathological evaluation. The CT liver attenuation (CTL), the hepatic/splenic CT attenuation ratio (CTL/S) and difference between hepatic attenuation value and splenic attenuation values (CTL–S) were determined as well as the correlations of these indices and the findings of Liver biopsy (LB) were compared.

Results
According to the hepatosteatosis grades in the pathology results, the patients were divided into two groups: group A: 38 patients with grade 0 hepatosteatosis and group B: 15 patients with grade 1 and 2 hepatosteatosis. CTL, CTL–S, CTL/S, ratio of mean right hepatic lobe and splenic attenuation (RT/S) and ratio of mean left hepatic lobe and splenic attenuation (LT/S) were found to be effective in the diagnosis of hepatosteatosis grades at cutoff values ≤ 55.4, ≤ 8.7, ≤ 1.17, ≤ 1.1548 and ≤ 1.2971 with 80%, 80%, 73.3%, 86.7% and 86.7% sensitivity and 71.1%, 56.8%, 73.7% 71.1% and 50.0% specificity respectively. Also, CTL/S was found to be very effective in the diagnosis of grade II hepatosteatosis at cutoff values ≤ 0.9 with 100% sensitivity and 100% specificity. There was significant negative correlations between the CT indexes and degree of hepatosteatosis.

Conclusions
Compared to biopsy results, CT noninvasive indices strongly predicted the presence of hepatosteatosis, which can help in avoiding the necessity for this invasive technique.
UK adult ADHD services in crisis
Authors: Smith Michael C. F. , Mukherjee Raja A. S. , Müller-Sedgwick Ulrich , Hank Dietmar , Carpenter Peter , Adamou Marios 
Published: December 2023

SummaryThe UK's services for adult attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) are in crisis, with demand outstripping capacity and waiting times reaching unprecedented lengths. Recognition of and treatments for ADHD have expanded over the past two decades, increasing clinical demand. This issue has been exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic. Despite an increase in specialist services, resource allocation has not kept pace, leading to extended waiting times. Underfunding has encouraged growth in independent providers, leading to fragmentation of service provision. Treatment delays carry a human and financial cost, imposing a burden on health, social care and the criminal justice system. A rethink of service procurement and delivery is needed, with multiple solutions on the table, including increasing funding, improving system efficiency, altering the service provision model and clinical prioritisation. However, the success of these solutions hinges on fiscal capacity and workforce issues.
Prospective External Validation of the Esbenshade Vanderbilt Models Accurately Predicts Bloodstream Infection Risk in Febrile Non-Neutropenic Children With Cancer
Authors: Zhao Zhiguo , Patel Pratik A. , Slatnick Leonora , Sitthi-Amorn Anna , Bielamowicz Kevin J. , Nunez Farranaz A. , Walsh Alexandra M. , Hess Jennifer , Rossoff Jenna , Elgarten Caitlin , Myers Regina , Saab Raya , Basbous Maya , Mccormick Meghan , Aftandilian Catherine , Richards Rebecca , Nessle C. Nathan , Tribble Alison C. , Sheth Bhutada Jessica K. , Coven Scott L. , Runco Daniel , Wilkes Jennifer , Gurunathan Arun , Guinipero Terri , Belsky Jennifer A. , Lee Karen , Wong Victor , Malhotra Megha , Armstrong Amy , Jerkins Lauren P. , Cross Shane J. , Fisher Lyndsay , Stein Madison T. , Wu Natalie L. , Yi Troy , Orgel Etan , Haeusler Gabrielle M. , Wolf Joshua , Demedis Jenna M. , Miller Tamara P. , Esbenshade Adam J. 
Published: December 2023

PURPOSE
The optimal management of fever without severe neutropenia (absolute neutrophil count [ANC] ≥500/µL) in pediatric patients with cancer is undefined. The previously proposed Esbenshade Vanderbilt (EsVan) models accurately predict bacterial bloodstream infections (BSIs) in this population and provide risk stratification to aid management, but have lacked prospective external validation.

MATERIALS AND METHODS

Episodes of fever with a central venous catheter and ANC ≥500/µL occurring in pediatric patients with cancer were prospectively collected from 18 academic medical centers. Variables included in the EsVan models and 7-day clinical outcomes were collected. Five versions of the EsVan models were applied to the data with calculation of C-statistics for both overall BSI rate and high-risk organism BSI (gram-negative and
Staphylococcus aureus
BSI), as well as model calibration.

RESULTS
In 2,565 evaluable episodes, the BSI rate was 4.7% (N = 120). Complications for the whole cohort were rare, with 1.1% (N = 27) needing intensive care unit (ICU) care by 7 days, and the all-cause mortality rate was 0.2% (N = 5), with only one potential infection-related death. C-statistics ranged from 0.775 to 0.789 for predicting overall BSI, with improved accuracy in predicting high-risk organism BSI (C-statistic 0.800-0.819). Initial empiric antibiotics were withheld in 14.9% of episodes, with no deaths or ICU admissions attributable to not receiving empiric antibiotics.

CONCLUSION
The EsVan models, especially EsVan2b, perform very well prospectively across multiple academic medical centers and accurately stratify risk of BSI in episodes of non-neutropenic fever in pediatric patients with cancer. Implementation of routine screening with risk-stratified management for non-neutropenic fever in pediatric patients with cancer could safely reduce unnecessary antibiotic use.