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Noise pollution alters the diet composition of invertebrate consumers both in and beyond a noise‐exposed grassland ecosystem
Authors: Senzaki Masayuki , Ando Haruko , Kadoya Taku 
Published: October 2023

AbstractAnthropogenic noise is ubiquitous globally. However, we know little about how the impacts of noise alter fundamental ecosystem properties, such as resource consumption by invertebrate consumers. Using experimental noise manipulation and faecal DNA metabarcoding, we assessed how the direct and cross‐trophic indirect effects of noise altered the dietary richness and specializations of omnivorous grasshoppers in a grassland ecosystem. We found that the experimental noise treatment expanded grasshoppers' dietary richness and resulted in dietary generalizations in both noise‐exposed and adjacent relatively quieter areas. Unexpectedly, however, these dietary changes were primarily explained by the direct effect of noise not only in the noise‐exposed areas but also in the adjacent quieter areas and were relaxed by indirect effects of noise such as reduced birds and predation risk and increased grasshoppers. Our work suggests that noise pollution can be key in explaining the variation of invertebrate consumers' diets across a gradient of noise‐exposed environments.
Revitalizing double‐loop learning in organizational contexts: A systematic review and research agenda
Authors: Auqui‐Caceres Mercedes‐Victoria , Furlan Andrea 
Published: October 2023

AbstractArgyris & Schön's notion of two types of learning, single‐loop (SLL) and double‐loop learning (DLL), is arguably one of the most popularized categorizations of organizational learning (OL). However, while the concept of DLL is widely cited, it has left a superficial impact on the literature and practice. We argue that the limited impact of DLL is due to two features of DLL: the complexity of its definition and the difficulty in its implementation. This study identifies and organizes critical insights in the literature related to the conceptualization, measurement, and generation of DLL. To address these topics, we review and synthesize the findings of 128 studies on DLL published between 1974 and 2021. We aim to reduce the confusion surrounding DLL and the proliferation of empirical studies on DLL that ignore its original notion. We propose a framework that makes explicit the misconceptions, wrong assumptions, and barriers in conceptualizing, measuring, and generating DLL, and it also provides insights into how to overcome these limitations and serves as a platform for future research on DLL.
Writing Differently: On the Constraints and Possibilities of Presenting Research Rooted in Feminist Epistemologies
Authors: Kociatkiewicz Jerzy , Kostera Monika 
Published: October 2023

AbstractIn this article, we adopted the genre of response letter, answering an editorial letter proposing to reject our submission. The rejection letter itself is fictionalized, but collated from various real reviews our texts have received throughout our academic career. Our aim is to both highlight the mechanisms pushing academic writing toward conformity, dullness, and irrelevance and to point toward the possibilities of Writing Differently: of crafting academic texts aligned with feminist sensibilities, conveying meaning as well as feeling, embedded in context, and open to difference. We discuss some texts by authors who have managed to break free from the constraints of the dominant style and published beautiful, meaningful texts, which challenge the orthodoxy of academic journal articles. We argue that the form of writing matters; that the question of style is, at its heart, the question of epistemology, what can be known, how it can be known, and how can such knowledge be shared. In addition, it also concerns the knowing subject and is thus a deeply feminist issue. We end our text by inviting the readers to join the growing ranks of academics crossing the boundaries of traditional journal articles, and to explore how Writing Differently enables new insights to be discovered and communicated.
Remineralization effect of NaF, NaF with TCP, NaF with CPP‐ACP and NaF with CXP varnishes on newly erupted first permanent molars: A randomized controlled trial
Authors: Erkmen Almaz Merve , Ulusoy Nur Burcu , Akbay Oba Aylin , Dokumacı Aysun 
Published: October 2023

AbstractIntroductionThe aim of this study was to evaluate the remineralization effect of NaF, NaF with TCP, NaF with CPP‐ACP and NaF with CXP varnishes on newly erupted first permanent molars using laser fluorescence (LF) method. The study was a randomized, double‐blind, controlled trial with four parallel groups.MethodsThe study was carried out in 48 high caries‐risk children (DMFS >8), aged 6–7 years with newly erupted permanent first molars (initial lesion with 13 < LF value<30). A total of 140 teeth were divided randomly into four groups (n = 35): G1.Duraphat Varnish containing 5% NaF, G2. Clinpro™ White Varnish containing 5% NaF with TCP, G3.Embrace™ Varnish containing 5% NaF with CXP, G4. MI Varnish containing 5% NaF with CPP‐ACP. All dental treatments of the patients were completed before the varnish application. The varnishes were applied to the targeted teeth at baseline, 1 and 3 months. Patients were called for follow‐up appointments at 1, 3 and 6 months, and LF scanning was used to monitor mineralization changes. Data were analysed statistically by Wilcoxon signed‐rank and Mann–Whitney U‐tests.ResultsIn total, 40 children (122 teeth) completed the trial. At the end of 6 months, the amount of reduction in LF values (indicating remineralization) are as follows: NaF with CXP(6.87 ± 4.32) < NaF with TCP(7.36 ± 7.05) < NaF(7.40 ± 7.03) < NaF with CPP‐ACP(8.33 ± 4.90). All of the varnishes resulted in significant decrease in LF measurements and there was no significant difference between control (NaF alone) group and other groups. Only MI varnish had a significantly greater remineralization effect than Embrace™ Varnish (p < 0.05).ConclusionAs a non‐invasive approach, CPP‐ACP, TCP and CXP containing NaF varnishes have the potential to remineralize initial caries lesions on permanent first molars in high caries‐risk children.
Prognostic significance of subclassifying pathological T3 upper tract urothelial carcinoma: Results from a multicenter cohort study
Authors: Suhara Yushi , Urabe Fumihiko , Yoshihara Kentaro , Kurawaki Shiro , Fukuokaya Wataru , Iwatani Kosuke , Imai Yu , Sakanaka Keigo , Hisakane Akira , Kurauchi Takashi , Kayano Sotaro , Onuma Hajime , Mori Keiichiro , Kimura Shoji , Tashiro Kojiro , Tsuzuki Shunsuke , Miki Jun , Sato Shun , Takahashi Hiroyuki , Kimura Takahiro ,   the JIKEI YAYOI Collaborative Group
Published: October 2023

ObjectiveThe population with pathological T3 (pT3) upper tract urothelial carcinoma (UTUC) is heterogeneous, thereby making prognostication challenging. We assessed the clinical ramifications of subclassifying pT3 UTUC after nephroureterectomy.MethodsWe conducted a retrospective analysis including 308 patients who underwent nephroureterectomy for pT3N0–1M0 UTUC. pT3 was subclassified into pT3a and pT3b based on invasion of the peripelvic and/or periureteral fat. Cox's proportional hazard models were utilized to determine the significant prognosticators of oncological outcomes, encompassing intravesical recurrence‐free survival, recurrence‐free survival (RFS), cancer‐specific survival (CSS), and overall survival.ResultsMultivariate analysis elucidated that pT3b status, pathological N1 status, and lymphovascular invasion status were independent risk factors for an unfavorable RFS and CSS. Although the RFS and CSS of patients with pT3b UTUC were superior to those in patients with pT4 UTUC, no significant disparities were detected between patients with pT3a and pT2.ConclusionOur findings demonstrate that pT3 UTUC with peripelvic/periureteral fat invasion is independently associated with metastasis and cancer‐specific death after nephroureterectomy. These findings provide patients and physicians with invaluable insight into the risk for disease progression in pT3 UTUC patients.
Influenza vaccination uptake among at‐risk patients in Switzerland—The potential of national claims data for surveillance
Authors: Plate Andreas , Bagnoud Christophe , Rosemann Thomas , Senn Oliver , Di Gangi Stefania 
Published: October 2023

AbstractBackgroundSwiss national surveillance of influenza vaccination uptake rates (VURs) relies on self‐reported vaccination status. The aim of this study was to determine VURs among at‐risk patients, namely, patients ≥65 of age and adult patients with chronic diseases, using claims data, instead of self‐reported measures, to investigate factors of vaccine uptake, and to assess different methodological approaches to conduct vaccination surveillance.MethodsIn this retrospective cross‐sectional analysis, we determined VURs in three influenza seasons (2015/2016–2017/2018). Medication, diagnosis, or medical services claims were used as triggers to identify patients. For the calculation of VURs in patients with chronic diseases, we identified those by triggers in the given season only (Model 1) and in the given and previous seasons (Model 2). Regression analysis was used to identify factors associated with vaccination status.ResultsData from 214,668 individual patients were analyzed. VURs over all seasons ranged from 18.4% to 19.8%. Most patients with chronic diseases were identified with the medication trigger, and we found no clinical significant differences in VURs comparing both models. Having a chronic disease, age, male gender, and regular health care provider visits were associated with increased odds of being vaccinated.ConclusionsVURs were below the recommended thresholds, and our analysis highlighted the need for efforts to increase VURs. We assessed the identification of chronic diseases by medication claims and the calculation of VURs based on data of the given season only as an effective approach to conduct vaccination surveillance. Claims data‐based surveillance may complete the national surveillance.
Experiment and finite element simulation of friction factor and stack damage between blueberries
Authors: Zheng Zhaoqi , Liu Xinyu , An Zimin , Shi Bingjian 
Published: October 2023

AbstractBlueberries are susceptible to mechanical damage during the processes of transportation and storage. This article hopes to provide some theoretical basis for the improvement of blueberry packaging based on stack damage. The Finite Element Method was applied in this research. And to obtain an accurate friction factor between small spherical fruit, a new experimental platform was built. For the first time, it was found that the friction factor between blueberry surfaces was 0.4–0.6. Subsequently, the texture analyzer was employed to perform compression tests on unit cells composed of blueberries. Through the combination of slicing observation and finite element simulations, browning results of unit cells with different stack forms were gained. The stack method adopted the larger‐sized blueberries in the upper layer and the calyx of the upper blueberries was upward, which had the least damage to the blueberries, and the blueberries could be stacked up to 214 layers.Practical ApplicationUnderstanding the impact of different stacking methods on blueberry damage is crucial for avoiding serious damage to blueberries during storage and packaging. This article accurately determined the factor of friction between the surfaces of blueberries. Based on this, the influence of the calyx and size of blueberries on stacking damage was studied through a combination of stacking experiments and finite element method. This article not only solves the problem of the lack of friction factor between blueberries, providing an effective method for measuring the friction coefficient between small spherical fruits, but also provides directions for reducing stacking damage of blueberries and extending their post‐harvest life, as well as providing a theoretical basis for improving blueberry packaging and mechanization research.
Needs, barriers and facilitators for a healthier lifestyle in haemodialysis patients: The GoodRENal project
Authors: Mesa‐Gresa Patricia , Avesani Carla Maria , Clyne Naomi , García‐Testal Alicia , Kouidi Evangelia , Van Craenenbroeck Amaryllis H. , Lindholm Bengt , Lozano‐Quilis Jose‐Antonio , Marin Alexandra‐Elena , García‐Maset Rafael , Yang Kevin , Segura‐Ortí Eva 
Published: October 2023

AbstractBackgroundMalnutrition, sedentary lifestyle, cognitive dysfunction and poor psychological well‐being are often reported in patients on haemodialysis (HD).AimsWe aimed to explore needs, barriers and facilitators—as perceived by patients, their carers, and healthcare professionals (HCPs) for increasing the adherence to the diet, to physical activity and cognition and psychological well‐being.MethodsThis is an observational cross‐sectional study following the STROBE statement. This study is part of an ERASMUS+ project, GoodRENal—aiming to develop digital tools as an educational approach to patients on HD. For that, the GoodRENal comprises HD centers located in four Belgium, Greece, Spain and Sweden. Exploratory questionnaires were developed regarding the perceived needs, barriers and facilitators regarding the diet, physical activity, cognition and psychological well‐being from the perspective of patients, their carers and HCPs.ResultsIn total, 38 patients, 34 carers and 38 HCPs were included. Nutrition: For patients and carers, the main needs to adhere to the diet included learning more about nutrients and minerals. For patients, the main barrier was not being able to eat what they like. Physical activity: As needs it was reported information about type of appropriate physical activity, while fatigue was listed as the main barrier. For Cognitive and emotional state, it was perceived as positive for patients and carers perception but not for HCPs. The HCPs identified as needs working as a team, having access to specialised HCP and being able to talk to patients in private.ConclusionsPatients and their carers listed as needs guidance regarding nutrition and physical activity but were positive with their cognitive and emotional state. The HCPs corroborated these needs and emphasised the importance of teamwork and expert support.
Vegetation of Southern Patagonia in the 1970s – Digitization of a gray‐literature data set as a monitoring baseline in a changing world
Authors: Sabatini Francesco Maria , Hähn Georg , Speziale Karina , Cingolani Ana María , Damasceno Gabriella , Bruelheide Helge 
Published: October 2023

AbstractMonitoring vegetation trends against objective baselines is fundamental to quantify the impacts of global change on plant biodiversity. Vegetation plot time series are a gold standard in vegetation monitoring, but such data are missing for many regions. Southern Patagonia is an example of a region strongly impacted by climate change but lacking time series data. Monitoring in this region could benefit from a comparison with vegetation survey data gathered between 1975 and 1979, as part of the multidisciplinary research program “Transecta botánica de la Patagonia austral” (hereafter Transecta). Published in 1985, it contains data on 668 vegetation plots, which were so far inaccessible to most researchers: Transecta has never been reprinted, nor fully digitized, and can only be found in specialized libraries. Here, we created a reproducible workflow, documenting how vegetation plot data from historical sources can be extracted and harmonized. The resulting open‐access database we created fills a major regional gap and provides a needed baseline to assess the impacts of global change on southern Patagonia vegetation. By making these data available, we hope to inspire a new generation of vegetation scientists to resurvey the area and continue the legacy of the pioneer researchers who compiled Transecta.
Protective actions of a luminally acting 5‐HT4 receptor agonist in mouse models of colitis
Authors: Hurd Molly , Haag Melody M. , Kwasnik Matthew J. , Wykosky Jill , Lavoie Brigitte , Mawe Gary M. 
Published: October 2023

AbstractBackground5‐hydroxytryptamine 4 receptors (5‐HT4Rs) are expressed in the colonic epithelium, and previous studies have demonstrated that luminal administration of agonists enhances motility, suppresses nociception, and is protective in models of inflammation. We investigated whether stimulation with a luminally acting 5‐HT4R agonist is comparable to previously tested absorbable compounds.MethodsThe dextran sodium sulfate (DSS), trinitrobenzene sulfonic acid (TNBS), and interleukin 10 knockout (IL‐10KO) models of colitis were used to test the protective effects of the luminally acting 5‐HT4R agonist, 5HT4‐LA1, in the absence and presence of a 5‐HT4R antagonist. The compounds were delivered by enema to mice either before (prevention) or after (recovery) the onset of active colitis. Outcome measure included disease activity index (DAI) and histological evaluation of colon tissue, and effects on wound healing and fecal water content were also assessed.Key ResultsDaily enema of 5HT4‐LA1 attenuated the development of, and accelerated recovery from, active colitis. Enema administration of 5HT4‐LA1 did not attenuate the development of colitis in 5‐HT4R knockout mice. Stimulation of 5‐HT4Rs with 5HT4‐LA1 increased Caco‐2 cell migration (accelerated wound healing). Daily administration of 5HT4‐LA1 did not increase fecal water content in active colitis.Conclusions and InferencesLuminally restricted 5‐HT4R agonists are comparable to absorbable compounds in attenuating and accelerating recovery from active colitis. Luminally acting 5‐HT4R agonists may be useful as an adjuvant to current inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) treatments to enhance epithelial healing.
Older, self‐identifying gay men's conceptualisations of psychological well‐being (PWB): A Canadian perspective
Authors: Handlovsky Ingrid , Wonsiak Tessa , Amato Anthony T. 
Published: October 2023

AbstractMany older gay men experience diminished psychological well‐being (PWB) due to unique circumstances including discrimination, living with HIV, and aging through the HIV/AIDS crisis. However, there remains ambiguity as to how older gay men define and understand PWB. Our team interviewed and analyzed the accounts of 26 older (50+) self‐identifying English‐speaking men living in southwestern British Columbia, Canada. We drew on tenets of constructivist grounded theory and intersectionality to account for unique contextual considerations and power relations. Semi‐structured Zoom interviews were conducted from August‐October 2022. Interview transcripts were compared to generate high‐order conceptual findings underpinned by processes understood as central to PWB. Three PWB temporal processes highlighted interlocking social and contextual circumstances intersecting with power and maturation: (1) being emotionally balanced, (2) living gratitude (3) and fully embracing self‐acceptance. Being emotionally balanced supported the affective and sustainable state of contentment, living gratitude drew from the wisdom of accrued experiences to cultivate a positive affective state inclusive to recognising social location privileges, whilst fully embracing self‐acceptance redressed the harms of anti‐gay discourses that men endured throughout their lives. The knowledge is relevant to service and resource development to deliver tailored PWB supports to older gay men.
Taxic and morphological diversification during the early radiation of Clupeomorpha (Actinopterygii, Teleostei)
Authors: Rodríguez‐Sánchez Edna , Alvarado‐Ortega Jesús , Than‐Marchese Bruno A. 
Published: October 2023

AbstractEvolutionary radiation is a problematic concept whose definition and classification have recently changed. Radiations can be defined as the pattern of abrupt increase in diversity of a lineage. It is relevant to evaluate the presence and interaction of different types of radiation in extant and fossil organisms to adequately delimitate the radiation types and to know the diversity in the context of Earth's history. Here, we employed the superorder Clupeomorpha at the Early–Late Cretaceous boundary as a study case to investigate radiation types and their interactions, using both taxic and morphological approaches. Clupeomorpha is an extensively studied, diverse and ancient teleostean superorder with wide geographical and ecological distributions. We propose a model for calculating rates of origination in order to analyse the taxic diversification and employ geometric morphometrics to analyse the morphological diversification that occurred at the temporal boundary. The results suggest the absence of taxic radiation due to a constant increase in taxon origination. However, the expansion of the phylomorphospace occupation and the disparity increase suggest the presence of a ‘climatic–geographical’ or ‘broad diversification‐like’ disparity, according to current classifications. This illustrates the incompatibility of current radiation classifications with this case study.
Rethinking the role of community media in conflict transformation and peacebuilding
Authors: Levesque Lauren Michelle , Onguny Philip Oburu 
Published: October 2023

AbstractWhereas much has been written about the role community media plays in peacebuilding, emphasis is often put on participatory media models as key determinants of peace or conflict sustainability. Little is known, however, about the conditions under which such media increase or impede peace efforts due to the complex nature of conflict. Moreover, how, when, and by whom such media can be tailored to offer favorable conditions for peacebuilding at the community level remain largely unanswered questions. This article draws from Howard's (An Operational Framework for Media and Peacebuilding, IMPACS, 2002) typology of media interventions, issue‐framing framework, and conflict transformation approach to probe the prospects of community media agency in peacebuilding at the community level. It argues that the way conflict narratives are produced, negotiated, and consumed across time and space is what provides individuals or groups with incentives for conflict or trade‐offs for peace irrespective of the stage at which a given conflict manifests itself. Overall, the reflections presented are conceptual and are intended to generate theoretical and methodological discussions around the role of community media in conflict transformation and peacebuilding at the community level.
The evolving international effects of China's government spending
Authors: Zhang Wen 
Published: October 2023

AbstractThis paper examines the international spillover effects of China's government spending using the Bayesian technique based on a monthly dataset covering China, the world economy and the G7. The split‐sample analysis shows that China's government spending had a significant positive spillover effect on the world economy after 2008, while the effect was moderately negative before 2008. The trade channel plays a dominant role in the international propagation of China's government spending shock and could explain the changes in spillover effects. For the domestic economy, the stimulative effect of China's government spending has weakened slightly after 2008.