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Insights into modeling approaches for boundary- and mixed-lubricated conditions
Authors: Shah Rajesh , Gashi Blerim , Mittal Vikram , Rosenkranz Andreas , Du Shuoran 
Published: February 2024

Purpose
Tribological research is complex and multidisciplinary, with many parameters to consider. As traditional experimentation is time-consuming and expensive due to the complexity of tribological systems, researchers tend to use quantitative and qualitative analysis to monitor critical parameters and material characterization to explain observed dependencies. In this regard, numerical modeling and simulation offers a cost-effective alternative to physical experimentation but must be validated with limited testing. This paper aims to highlight advances in numerical modeling as they relate to the field of tribology.

Design/methodology/approach
This study performed an in-depth literature review for the field of modeling and simulation as it relates to tribology. The authors initially looked at the application of foundational studies (e.g. Stribeck) to understand the gaps in the current knowledge set. The authors then evaluated a number of modern developments related to contact mechanics, surface roughness, tribofilm formation and fluid-film layers. In particular, it looked at key fields driving tribology models including nanoparticle research and prosthetics. The study then sought out to understand the future trends in this research field.

Findings
The field of tribology, numerical modeling has shown to be a powerful tool, which is both time- and cost-effective when compared to standard bench testing. The characterization of tribological systems of interest fundamentally stems from the lubrication regimes designated in the Stribeck curve. The prediction of tribofilm formation, film thickness variation, fluid properties, asperity contact and surface deformation as well as the continuously changing interactions between such parameters is an essential challenge for proper modeling.

Originality/value
This paper highlights the major numerical modeling achievements in various disciplines and discusses their efficacy, assumptions and limitations in tribology research.

Peer review
The peer review history for this article is available at: https://publons.com/publon/10.1108/ILT-03-2023-0076/
Mediating role of green culture and green commitment in implementing employee ecological behaviour
Authors: Noor Faezah Juhari , Yusliza M.Y. , Ramayah T. , Teixeira Adriano Alves , Alkaf Abdur Rachman 
Published: February 2024

PurposeThe present work investigated the effect of corporate social responsibility and top management support on employee ecological behaviour (EEB) with the mediating role of green culture and green commitment. Social identity theory (SIT) was used to describe the association between green culture, green commitment and EEB. Further, a conceptual model that summarises the interaction between perceived corporate social responsibility, top management support, green commitment, green culture and the adoption of ecological behaviour was developed.Design/methodology/approachThe paper opted for a quantitative design using convenience sampling by collecting the data through a structured questionnaire gathered from 308 academics working in five Malaysian higher education institutions.FindingsCorporate social responsibility and top management support positively influence green culture and commitment. Moreover, green commitment positively influenced EEB and fully mediated the relationship between corporate social responsibility and EEB and between top management support and EEB.Research limitations/implicationsThe academic staff of universities was the target population of this research. Nevertheless, universities have a diverse population with complex activities that can affect the implementation of a sustainable workplace within the campus. Future research should also examine non-academic staff, including administrative, technical and operational staff, due to different employees' perceptions.Originality/valueAs far as the authors know, this is the first study to assign the mediator role to green culture in a relationship between top management support and EEB amongst academic staff in the Malaysian context. Future research should consider other intervening variables that influence adopting ecological behaviour.
Environmental performance of patient rooms using an integrated approach considering operational energy, daylight and comfort analysis
Authors: Eisazadeh Nazanin , De Troyer Frank , Allacker Karen 
Published: February 2024

PurposeThe aim is to holistically assess the environmental performance of windows and analyse how their design and characteristics contribute to the overall performance of the building/space. This study focuses on the performance of windows in patient rooms hosting less mobile people.Design/methodology/approachThis study investigates the life cycle environmental impacts of different glazing types, window frames and fire safety doors at the product level. This article also presents a building-integrated environmental analysis of patient rooms that considers the multiple functionalities of windows by incorporating dynamic energy analysis, comfort and daylighting performance with a life cycle assessment (LCA) study.FindingsThe results indicate that the amount of flat glass is the main contributor to the environmental impacts of the glazing units. As for the patient rooms, global warming shows the most significant contribution to the environmental costs, followed by human toxicity, particulate matter formation and eutrophication. The key drivers for these impacts are production processes and operational energy use. This study highlights the significance of evaluating a wide range of criteria for assessing the performance of windows.Originality/valueAn integrated assessment approach is used to investigate the influence of windows on environmental performance by considering the link between window/design parameters and their effects on energy use/costs, daylighting, comfort and environmental impacts. The embodied impacts of different building elements and the influence of various design parameters on environmental performance are assessed and compared. The environmental costs are expressed as an external environmental cost (euro).
Marine protected areas can benefit biodiversity even when bycatch species only partially overlap fisheries
Authors: Erm Philip , Balmford Andrew , Krueck Nils C. , Takashina Nao , Holden Matthew H. 
Published: February 2024

Abstract

Marine protected areas (MPAs) are increasingly relied upon to preserve biodiversity and ensure fisheries sustainability. Although recent analyses have shown that MPAs can provide overall biodiversity benefits even when they only redistribute fishing effort, these did not account for refuges outside of fishing grounds for non‐target species. It has been argued that such refuges could render MPAs obsolete where their chief benefit is to ensure species persistence.

Here, we modelled the outcomes associated with placing MPAs within a seascape where non‐target species' ranges can extend beyond fishing grounds.

In scenarios with no explicit fishing‐induced habitat damage, we found that MPAs provided a net biodiversity benefit so long as there was at least an approximately 60% overlap between fishing grounds and non‐target species' ranges. In scenarios with explicit fishing‐induced habitat damage for non‐target species, we found that MPAs instead benefitted biodiversity at all overlaps, but that this was reduced if target species' abundances also declined with damage.

Additionally, we identified counterintuitive mechanisms by which MPAs could either help or harm the same species depending on their location by changing fishing effort distribution patterns. However, MPAs did always increase the total fishing effort required to reach a catch target.

Policy implications: Our results showed that MPAs could still deliver biodiversity benefits in otherwise well‐regulated fisheries when species' ranges and fishing grounds did not fully overlap, and particularly when sensitive species and habitats were present. Well‐placed MPAs should thus be considered in such settings. However, MPAs were also less likely to be useful when range overlaps were low and always resulted in higher fishing effort to maintain the same catches.
DNA barcoding, an effective approach for the identification of thrips (Thysanoptera: Thripidae) in citrus orchards
Authors: Sánchez‐Luna Adriana , Johansen‐Naime Roberto M. , González‐Hernández Héctor , Guzmán‐Franco Ariel W. 
Published: February 2024

AbstractThrips are serious crop pests with a worldwide distribution. The first step in the design of control methods is accurate species identification. However, the morphological identification of thrips can be complex, especially as there is morphological variation amongst individuals of the same species. Analyzing a fragment of cytochrome c oxidase subunit I (COI) has been used successfully in the identification of insects and other arthropods. Citrus is among the most important crops in the world, and Mexico is one of the largest producers. Despite this, formal reports on the species diversity of thrips found in Mexican citrus orchards are scarce. We explored the species diversity of thrips in selected citrus orchards (of Mexican orange, Key lime and Persian lime), based on morphological taxonomy and on partial sequences of COI. We analyzed 111 thrips specimens, distributed in two genera: Frankliniella, including Frankliniella insularis, Frankliniella invasor and Frankliniella occidentalis; and Scirtothrips, including Scirtothrips citri and Scirtothrips dorsalis. Frankliniella insularis and F. invasor were the most abundant species in Mexican orange (Citrus × sinensis) and Persian lime (Citrus × latofolia) orchards. Scirtothrips dorsalis was the most abundant species in Key lime orchards (Citrus × aurantiifolia). Analysis of molecular variance (AMOVA) and haplotype analyses performed on F. insularis sequences (the most abundant species) showed no significant effect of geographical origin or plant host on its genetic population structure. DNA barcoding is a valuable method to complement the morphological identification of thrips in citrus orchards, allowing more accurate identification to species level.
Development of feed material and its effect on the nutritional composition of Protaetia brevitarsis larvae
Authors: EOM Hyeongjin , KIM Hunsung , HAHN Dongyup , KWON Ohseok 
Published: February 2024

AbstractThis study was carried out to assess the nutritional composition of Protaetia brevitarsis larvae (Pbl) reared on different feed materials. Four different types of feed materials were used to rear Pbl prior to nutritional analysis. The results show that the new formulation of feed material enhanced the crude fat content of Pbl by 75%, compared with the control. A marked increase in unsaturated fatty acids such as linoleic acid and oleic acid, by 100% compared with the control, in Pbl reared on the new formulation of feed material was also observed.
Hybrid immunity to SARS‐CoV‐2 in patients with chronic lymphocytic leukemia
Authors: Mellinghoff Sibylle C. , Robrecht Sandra , Sprute Rosanne , Mayer Leonie , Weskamm Leonie M. , Dahlke Christine , Gruell Henning , Teipel Finn , Schlößer Hans A. , Siepmann Klara , Thelen Martin , Fink Anna‐Maria , Fischer Kirsten , Klein Florian , Addo Marylyn M. , Kolovou Androniki , Cornely Oliver A. , Eichhorst Barbara , Hallek Michael , Langerbeins Petra 
Published: February 2024

AbstractObjectivePreventing severe COVID‐19 remains a priority globally, particularly in the immunocompromised population. As shown in healthy individuals, immunity against SARS‐CoV‐2 can be yielded by previous infection, vaccination, or both (hybrid immunity). The objective of this observation study was to investigate hybrid immunity in patients with chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL).Methods/ResultsBlood samples of six patients with CLL were collected 55 days after fourth COVID‐19 vaccination. All patients had a SARS‐CoV‐2 infection within 12 months before the second booster (fourth vaccination). SARS‐CoV‐2 spike receptor binding domain (RBD)‐specific IgG antibodies were detectable in 6/6 (100.0%) CLL patients after four compared to 4/6 (66.7%) after three vaccinations. The median number of SARS‐CoV‐2 spike‐specific T cells after repeated booster vaccination plus infection was 166 spot‐forming cells (SFC) per million peripheral blood mononuclear cells. Overall, 5/5 (100%) studied patients showed a detectable increase in T cell activity.ConclusionOur data reveal an increase of cellular and humoral immune response in CLL patients after fourth COVID‐19 vaccination combined with SARS‐CoV‐2 infection, even in those undergoing B cell‐depleting treatment. Patients with prior vaccination failure now show a specific IgG response. Future research should explore the duration and effectiveness of hybrid immunity considering various factors like past infection and vaccination rates, types and numbers of doses, and emerging variants.
Angiotensin 1–7 increases cardiac tolerance to ischemia/reperfusion and mitigates adverse remodeling of the heart—The signaling mechanism
Authors: Derkachev Ivan A. , Popov Sergey V. , Maslov Leonid N. , Mukhomedzyanov Alexandr V. , Naryzhnaya Natalia V. , Gorbunov Alexander S. , Kan Artur , Krylatov Andrey V. , Podoksenov Yuri K. , Stepanov Ivan V. , Gusakova Svetlana V. , Fu Feng , Pei Jian‐Ming 
Published: February 2024

AbstractBackgroundThe high mortality rate of patients with acute myocardial infarction (AMI) remains the most pressing issue of modern cardiology. Over the past 10 years, there has been no significant reduction in mortality among patients with AMI. It is quite obvious that there is an urgent need to develop fundamentally new drugs for the treatment of AMI. Angiotensin 1–7 has some promise in this regard.ObjectiveThe objective of this article is analysis of published data on the cardioprotective properties of angiotensin 1–7.MethodsPubMed, Scopus, Science Direct, and Google Scholar were used to search articles for this study.ResultsAngiotensin 1–7 increases cardiac tolerance to ischemia/reperfusion and mitigates adverse remodeling of the heart. Angiotensin 1–7 can prevent not only ischemic but also reperfusion cardiac injury. The activation of the Mas receptor plays a key role in these effects of angiotensin 1–7. Angiotensin 1–7 alleviates Ca2+ overload of cardiomyocytes and reactive oxygen species production in ischemia/reperfusion (I/R) of the myocardium. It is possible that both effects are involved in angiotensin 1–7‐triggered cardiac tolerance to I/R. Furthermore, angiotensin 1–7 inhibits apoptosis of cardiomyocytes and stimulates autophagy of cells. There is also indirect evidence suggesting that angiotensin 1–7 inhibits ferroptosis in cardiomyocytes. Moreover, angiotensin 1–7 possesses anti‐inflammatory properties, possibly achieved through NF‐kB activity inhibition. Phosphoinositide 3‐kinase, Akt, and NO synthase are involved in the infarct‐reducing effect of angiotensin 1–7. However, the specific end‐effector of the cardioprotective impact of angiotensin 1–7 remains unknown.ConclusionThe molecular nature of the end‐effector of the infarct‐limiting effect of angiotensin 1–7 has not been elucidated. Perhaps, this end‐effector is the sarcolemmal KATP channel or the mitochondrial KATP channel.
The role of connectivity in conservation planning for species with obligatory interactions: Prospects for future climate scenarios
Authors: da Silva Janine P. , Hermoso Virgilio , Lopes‐Lima Manuel , Miranda Rafael , Filipe Ana Filipa , Sousa Ronaldo 
Published: February 2024

AbstractClimate change may lead to range shifts, and barriers to such displacements may result in extirpations from previously suitable habitats. This may be particularly important in freshwater ecosystems that are highly fragmented by anthropogenic obstacles, such as dams and other smaller in‐stream barriers. Conservation planning in freshwaters should consider the dynamic effects of climate change and the ability of species to cope with it. In this study, we developed a framework for incorporating climate‐driven dispersal barriers into conservation planning taking into account the medium and long‐term impacts of climate change and species with obligatory interactions. Given that freshwater mussels (Bivalvia: Unionida) are a group of highly threatened organisms dependent on fish hosts to complete their larval development and dispersal, we used Marxan to prioritize areas for their joint conservation in the Iberian Peninsula as a case study. We tested two connectivity scenarios between current and future habitats, (i) unlimited dispersal capacity and (ii) dispersal constrained by artificial barriers, and also identified priority translocation areas for species that were unable to disperse. Accounting for the effects of climate change on species distributions allowed the identification of long‐term conservation areas, but disregarding artificial barriers to dispersal may lead to unrealistic solutions. Integrating the location of barriers allowed the identification of priority areas that are more likely to be colonized in the future following climatic shifts, although this resulted in an additional loss of six to eight features (~5%–7%) compared to solutions without dispersal constraints. Between 173 and 357 artificial barriers (~1.6%–3.3%) will potentially block species dispersal to irreplaceable planning units. Where removal of artificial barriers is unfeasible, conservation translocations may additionally cover up to eight additional features that do not meet conservation targets due to dispersal constraints. This study highlights the challenge of identifying protected areas to safeguard biodiversity under climate change.
Examining learning opportunities and perceptions of Latin American ESL learners in varying proficiency‐level groups
Authors: Spinelli Franciele 
Published: February 2024

AbstractLearner‐to‐learner (peer) interaction has been integral to the second language (L2) classroom since the advent of communicative‐oriented pedagogies. Despite the well‐documented benefits of peer interaction, the extent to which learners benefit may be impacted by a range of factors, particularly their peers’ proficiency levels. Yet studies on the influence of peers’ proficiency have shown contradictory findings and are extensively focused on pairs rather than small groups. Furthermore, although low‐proficiency (LP) learners experience greater impacts from interaction with peers of different proficiency levels, their interactional patterns and perspectives are underexplored. This study investigates how six Latin American learners of English (core learners) co‐created learning opportunities as they interacted with non‐core learners (n = 33) in three proficiency small‐group interactions. A total of 18 group interactions were analysed for language‐related episodes (LREs) and turn‐takings. The results showed that core learners’ (CLs) LREs and turns diminished as their peers’ proficiency increased. However, fewer incorrect LRE resolutions were found when CLs were grouped with high‐proficiency (HP) peers. The CLs also perceived the interaction with HP peers as challenging but important for their L2 development. Additionally, aside from the proficiency level, CLs acknowledged the importance of their peers’ positive attitudes for the success of their interactions. These findings provide important insights into employing mixed‐proficiency groups to create more optimal learning conditions, particularly for LP learners.
Smartphones and attitudes to intimate partner violence: Evidence from Africa
Authors: Gillanders Robert , McNamara Glenn 
Published: February 2024

AbstractThis paper, using data from the Afrobarometer surveys, examines the potential for smartphones to influence attitudes to intimate partner violence (IPV). Controlling for ownership of television and radio, we find that those living in areas with a higher incidence of smartphone ownership are more likely to state that it is never justifiable for a man to beat his wife. This is the case for both male and female respondents. We find that the strength of the association between regional smartphone proliferation and attitudes to IPV is similar for those who frequently get news from social media and those who get news from elsewhere. This suggests that our results are not driven entirely by personal social media use. Finally, we only find a statistically significant relationship for those who are socially conservative.
Association of child weight with attendance at a healthy lifestyle service among women with obesity during pregnancy
Authors: Fair Frankie J. , Soltani Hora 
Published: February 2024

AbstractWomen with obesity during pregnancy are at increased risk of excessive gestational weight gain (GWG) and other maternal and infant adverse outcomes, which all potentially increase childhood obesity. This study explored infant weight outcomes for women with a body mass index (BMI) ≥ 35 kg/m² who were offered an antenatal healthy lifestyle service. A retrospective cohort study, including linking data from two separate health care Trusts, was undertaken. Data were collected from maternity records for women with a BMI ≥ 35 kg/m2 referred to an antenatal healthy lifestyle service from 2009 to 2015. The respective child's weight outcome data was additionally collected from health and National Child Measurement Programme records. Univariate logistic regression determined the odds of childhood overweight, obesity and severe obesity according to attendance at the antenatal healthy lifestyle service, GWG and sociodemographic characteristics. Factors significant (p < 0.05) within the univariate analysis were entered into multiple logistic regression models. Among women with a BMI ≥ 35 kg/m², 30.4% of their children were obese at school entry and 13.3% severely obese. Healthy lifestyle service attendance was not associated with childhood overweight or obesity at any point within the univariate analysis. At school age multiple regression analysis showed the odds of overweight and obesity increased with excessive GWG and the odds of obesity decreased with a parent in a professional occupation, additionally having a mother who smoked in pregnancy increased severe obesity. Women should be supported to optimise their BMI before pregnancy. Additionally, rather than exclusively focusing on changing an individual's behaviour, future interventions should consider external influences such as the woman's family, friends and sociodemographic background.
Civil liability for climate change? The proposed tort in Smith v Fonterra with reference to France and the Netherlands
Authors: Downs Sarah 
Published: February 2024

AbstractAs we enter into a period of unprecedented climate instability, litigation is becoming an attractive way to hold private entities accountable for their contribution to global warming. In Smith v Fonterra, New Zealand's Supreme Court is considering whether a common law duty to limit emissions should form part of New Zealand's environmental protection framework. This follows the development of several civil liability mechanisms for environmental damage in overseas jurisdictions. This article examines the implementation of civil liability for climate damage in France and the Netherlands, illustrating the difficulties of effectively dealing with climate change, and its destabilising effect on the law. France implements civil liability mostly on the basis of traditional tort rules, which function to severely restrict its scope. Conversely, the Dutch judiciary introduced a due diligence obligation that requires corporate strategies to be sufficiently in line with international obligations regarding emissions. The latter approach carries more promise, demonstrating that for private entities to be held civilly liable for their contribution to climate change, there must be significant departure from traditional legal doctrine, perhaps in the direction of climate due diligence.