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Hydromagnetic peristaltic flow of convective Casson nanofluid through a vertical porous channel under the influence of Ohmic heating and viscous dissipation effects
Authors: Vardagala Jagadesh , Sreedharamalle Sreenadh , Moorthi Ajithkumar , Gorintla Sucharitha , Pallavarapu Lakshminarayana 
Published: January 2024

Purpose
Ohmic heating generates temperature with the help of electrical current and resists the flow of electricity. Also, it generates heat rapidly and uniformly in the liquid matrix. Electrically conducting biofluid flows with Ohmic heating have many biomedical and industrial applications. The purpose of this study is to provide the significance of the effects of Ohmic heating and viscous dissipation on electrically conducting Casson nanofluid flow driven by peristaltic pumping through a vertical porous channel.

Design/methodology/approach
In this analysis, the non-Newtonian properties of fluid will be characterized by the Casson fluid model. The long wavelength approach reduces the complexity of the governing system of coupled partial differential equations with non-linear components. Using a regular perturbation approach, the solutions for the flow quantities are established. The fascinating and essential characteristics of flow parameters such as the thermal Grashof number, nanoparticle Grashof number, magnetic parameter, Brinkmann number, permeability parameter, Reynolds number, Casson fluid parameter, thermophoresis parameter and Brownian movement parameter on the convective peristaltic pumping are presented and thoroughly addressed. Furthermore, the phenomenon of trapping is illustrated visually.

Findings
The findings indicate that intensifying the permeability and Casson fluid parameters boosts the temperature distribution. It is observed that the velocity profile is elevated by enhancing the thermal Grashof number and perturbation parameter, whereas it reduces as a function of the magnetic parameter and Reynolds number. Moreover, trapped bolus size upsurges for greater values of nanoparticle Grashof number and magnetic parameter.

Originality/value
There are some interesting studies in the literature to explain the nature of the peristaltic flow of non-Newtonian nanofluids under various assumptions. It is observed that there is no study in the literature as investigated in this paper.
The synergy of renewable energy consumption, technological innovation, and ecological quality: SDG policy proposals for developing country
Authors: Fang Haowen , Akhayere Evidence , Adebayo Tomiwa Sunday , Kavaz Doga , Ojekemi Oluwaseun Racheal 
Published: January 2024

AbstractThe rapid growth of technological innovations and human activities has led to significant adverse effects on the environment and its quality. To assess ecological quality, this study utilizes a comprehensive indicator known as the “load capacity factor,” which incorporates two key ecological components: bio‐capacity and ecological footprints. By employing dynamic autoregressive distributed lag (DYARDL) and spectral causality approaches, the research investigates the impact of fossil fuel consumption, technological innovation, and renewable energy utilization on improving ecological quality from 1990 to 2018. The DYARDL analysis reveals that economic expansion and reliance on fossil fuel energy contribute to a decline in environmental quality, whereas the use of renewable energy enhances ecological sustainability. Moreover, the spectral causality analysis indicates that fossil fuel consumption, renewable energy usage, and economic growth can predict the load capacity factor in the long run. These findings underscore the significance of renewable energy in achieving long‐term environmental objectives. Based on these outcomes, it is recommended that policymakers in South Africa implement measures to reduce ecological damage and foster a more sustainable environment. Emphasizing the adoption of renewable energy sources is crucial for attaining these long‐term environmental targets.
Development of a novel five‐dye panel for human identification insertion/deletion (INDEL) polymorphisms
Authors: Avellaneda Lucio L. , Johnson Damani T. , Gutierrez Ryan , Thompson Lindsey , Sage Kelly A. , Sturm Sarah A. , Houston Rachel M. , LaRue Bobby L. 
Published: January 2024

AbstractDNA analysis of forensic case samples relies on short tandem repeats (STRs), a key component of the combined DNA index system (CODIS) used to identify individuals. However, limitations arise when dealing with challenging samples, prompting the exploration of alternative markers such as single nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs) and insertion/deletion (INDELs) polymorphisms. Unlike SNPs, INDELs can be differentiated easily by size, making them compatible with electrophoresis methods. It is possible to design small INDEL amplicons (<200 bp) to enhance recovery from degraded samples. To this end, a set of INDEL Human Identification Markers (HID) was curated from the 1000 Genomes Project, employing criteria including a fixation index (FST) ≤ 0.06, minor allele frequency (MAF) >0.2, and high allele frequency divergence. A panel of 33 INDEL‐HIDs was optimized and validated following the Scientific Working Group on DNA Analysis Methods (SWGDAM) guidelines, utilizing a five‐dye multiplex electrophoresis system. A small sample set (n = 79 unrelated individuals) was genotyped to assess the assay's performance. The validation studies exhibited reproducibility, inhibition tolerance, ability to detect a two‐person mixture from a 4:1 to 1:6 ratio, robustness with challenging samples, and sensitivity down to 125 pg of DNA. In summary, the 33‐loci INDEL‐HID panel exhibited robust recovery with low‐template and degraded samples and proved effective for individualization within a small sample set.
When does CSR‐facilitation human resource management motivate employee job engagement? The contextual effect of job insecurity
Authors: Iqbal Kamran , Shen Jie , Deng Xin 
Published: January 2024

AbstractDrawing upon social identification theory and stakeholder theory, the current study examines the contextual effect of job insecurity on the indirect relationship between general corporate social responsibility facilitation‐human resource management (HRM) and employee job engagement through the mediation of organizational pride. Our analysis of a two‐wave dataset with a sample of 255 full‐time employees in the banking sector reveals that job insecurity negatively moderates the impact of general CSR‐facilitation HRM on organizational pride, which in turn is positively related to employee job engagement. This study advances the socially responsible HRM literature by providing insights into the underlying mechanisms and the contextual conditions under which general CSR‐facilitation HRM influences employee workplace outcomes in the presence of conflicting interests among stakeholders.
When should patients with T1N0 oral squamous cell carcinoma be considered for elective neck dissection?
Authors: Noor Anthony , Mair Manish D. , Gupta Ruta , Elliott Michael S. , Wykes James , Palme Carsten E. , Clark Jonathan R. , Low Tsu‐Hui Hubert 
Published: January 2024

AbstractAimsTo identify adverse pathological features (APF) predicting nodal failure in clinically node negative T1 oral squamous cell carcinoma (OSCC).MethodologyThis study evaluated patients with T1N0 (≤5 mm depth of invasion (DOI) and ≤2 cm diameter) oral cancers from a prospectively maintained database between 1988 and 2020. All patients underwent surgical excision of the primary lesion without neck dissection. Patients underwent three monthly clinical surveillance and salvage neck dissection was performed if nodal relapse was diagnosed.ResultsOverall, 141 patients were included. Nodal relapse was reported in 16/141 (11.3%) patients. Factors impacting regional recurrence‐free survival were DOI ≥3 mm (HR: 2.4, P < 0.001), maximum tumour diameter ≥12 mm (HR: 1.1, P = 0.009), perineural invasion (PNI) (HR 7.5, P = 0.002) and poor differentiation (HR 5.3, P = 0.01). Rates of nodal relapse increased from 2% amongst patients with no APFs to 100% for those with four APFs. Patients with two or more APFs had significantly poorer 5‐year regional recurrence‐free survival (94.8% vs. 56.3%, P < 0.001).ConclusionPatients with T1N0 OSCC with two or more APFs (DOI ≥3 mm, diameter ≥12 mm, PNI or poor differentiations) should be considered for elective neck dissection.
Strategies to prevent or reduce inequalities in specific avoidable causes of death for adults with intellectual disability: A systematic review
Authors: Heslop Pauline , Lauer Emily 
Published: January 2024

AbstractBackgroundWe now have sufficient evidence demonstrating inequalities in specific avoidable causes of death for adults with intellectual disability compared to their peers without intellectual disability. Apart from covid‐19, the largest differentials that disadvantage people with intellectual disability are in relation to pneumonia, aspiration pneumonia, epilepsy, cerebrovascular disease, ischaemic heart disease, deep vein thrombosis, diabetes and sepsis. The aim of this systematic review is to report on strategies at the individual, population or policy levels aimed at preventing these conditions that are applicable to adults with intellectual disability and that have been based on or recommended by research.MethodsSystematic review of PUBMED, EMBASE, CINAHL, PsychInfo, Social Care Online, International Bibliography of the Social Sciences (IBSS), Web of Science, Scopus, Overton, the Cochrane Library and Google Scholar databases was carried out. Searches were completed on 30 June 2023. Quantitative, qualitative and mixed‐methods research; systematic, scoping or evidence‐based reviews; and audit and reports of mortality reviews were included. Publications included in the review were about preventing the eight potentially avoidable causes of death.FindingsNinety‐four papers were included in the review (9 in relation to pneumonia; 11 for aspiration pneumonia; 18 for sudden unexpected death in epilepsy; 7 for cerebrovascular disease; 8 for ischaemic heart disease; 4 for deep vein thrombosis; 31 for diabetes; 6 for sepsis). The eight most frequently occurring potentially avoidable causes of death in people with intellectual disability are very different medical conditions, but they shared striking similarities in how they could be prevented. The literature overwhelmingly implicated the need to make lifestyle changes to address obesity, lack of exercise and poor nutrition, and to have regular medical reviews. In addition, ‘whole‐population’ approaches are required that look beyond the individual to the social determinants of health.ConclusionsWe found little peer‐reviewed evidence specifically about preventing these conditions in people with intellectual disability. However, most of the literature about preventative strategies pertaining to the general population was applicable to people with intellectual disability, albeit that some ‘reasonable adjustments’ would be required.
Multifunctionality of angiosperm floral bracts: a review
Authors: Song Bo , Chen Jiaqi , Lev‐Yadun Simcha , Niu Yang , Gao Yongqian , Ma Rong , Armbruster W. Scott , Sun Hang 
Published: January 2024

ABSTRACTFloral bracts (bracteoles, cataphylls) are leaf‐like organs that subtend flowers or inflorescences but are of non‐floral origin; they occur in a wide diversity of species, representing multiple independent origins, and exhibit great variation in form and function. Although much attention has been paid to bracts over the past 150 years, our understanding of their adaptive significance remains remarkably incomplete. This is because most studies of bract function and evolution focus on only one or a few selective factors. It is widely recognised that bracts experience selection mediated by pollinators, particularly for enhancing pollinator attraction through strong visual, olfactory, or echo‐acoustic contrast with the background and through signalling the presence of pollinator rewards, either honestly (providing rewards for pollinators), or deceptively (attraction without reward or even trapping pollinators). However, studies in recent decades have demonstrated that bract evolution is also affected by agents other than pollinators. Bracts can protect flowers, fruits, or seeds from herbivores by displaying warning signals, camouflaging conspicuous reproductive organs, or by providing physical barriers or toxic chemicals. Reviews of published studies show that bracts can also promote seed dispersal and ameliorate the effects of abiotic stressors, such as low temperature, strong ultraviolet radiation, heavy rain, drought, and/or mechanical abrasion, on reproductive organs or for the plants' pollinators. In addition, green bracts and greening of colourful bracts after pollination promote photosynthetic activity, providing substantial carbon (photosynthates) for fruit or seed development, especially late in a plant's life cycle or season, when leaves have started to senesce. A further layer of complexity derives from the fact that the agents of selection driving the evolution of bracts vary between species and even between different developmental stages within a species, and selection by one agent can be reinforced or opposed by other agents. In summary, our survey of the literature reveals that bracts are multifunctional and subject to multiple agents of selection. To understand fully the functional and evolutionary significance of bracts, it is necessary to consider multiple selection agents throughout the life of the plant, using integrative approaches to data collection and analysis.
Temperature sensitivity of organic carbon decomposition in lake sediments is mediated by chemodiversity
Authors: Wen Shuailong , Hu Ang , Jiang Shuyu , Han Lei , Jang Kyoung‐Soon , Tanentzap Andrew J. , Zhong Jicheng , Wang Jianjun 
Published: January 2024

AbstractOrganic carbon decomposition in lake sediments contributes substantially to the global carbon cycle and is strongly affected by temperature. However, the magnitude of temperature sensitivity (Q10) of decomposition and the underlying factors remain unclear at the continental scale. Carbon quality temperature (CQT) hypothesis asserts that less reactive and more recalcitrant molecules tend to have higher temperature sensitivities, but its support is challenged by complex composition of organic matter and environmental constraints. Here, we quantified Q10 of the sediments across 50 freshwater ecosystems along a 3500 km north–south transect, and characterized the quality of sediment dissolved organic carbon with chemodiversity reflected in molecular richness, functional traits (i.e., molecular weight, bioavailability, etc.) and composition. We further included classic environmental variables, such as climatic, physicochemical and microbial factors, to explore how Q10 is constrained by these factors or carbon quality. We found that Q10 varied greatly across lakes, with the mean value of 1.78 ± 0.62, but showed nonsignificant latitudinal pattern. Q10 was primarily predicted by chemodiversity and showed an increasing trend with the biochemical recalcitrance indicated by traits such as aromaticity and standard Gibb's Free Energy at both molecular and compositional levels. This suggests that carbon quality is the crucial determinant of Q10 in lakes, supporting the CQT hypothesis. Moreover, Q10 decreased linearly with the increase of molecular richness, implying that the resistance of decomposition to warming is associated with higher molecular diversity. Compared with the structural equation model containing only environmental variables, inclusion of chemodiversity increased 32.8% of the explained variation in Q10, and chemodiversity was the only driver showing direct effects. Collectively, this study illustrates the importance of chemodiversity in shaping the pattern of Q10, and has significant implications for accurately predicting the carbon turnover in lake ecosystems in the context of global warming.
Profiles associated with significant hepatic fibrosis consisting of alanine aminotransferase >30 U/L, exercise habits, and metabolic dysfunction‐associated steatotic liver disease
Authors: Nakano Masahito , Kawaguchi Machiko , Kawaguchi Takumi , Yoshiji Hitoshi 
Published: January 2024

AbstractAimIn patients with steatotic liver disease (SLD), significant hepatic fibrosis is a prognostic factor with various etiologies, including inflammation and metabolic dysfunction. This study aimed to investigate independent factors and profiles associated with significant hepatic fibrosis, including alanine aminotransferase (ALT) levels >30 U/L and metabolic dysfunction‐associated SLD (MASLD), in health check‐up examinees.MethodsThis single‐center, retrospective, observational cohort study enrolled 1378 consecutive health checkup examinees from April 2018 to September 2022. Shear wave elastography (SWE) was performed during a routine ultrasound examination, and patients with liver stiffness ≥6.60 kPa were defined as having significant hepatic fibrosis. Patients were classified into nonsignificant hepatic fibrosis (n = 1220) or a significant hepatic fibrosis (n = 158) group according to this definition.ResultsIn multivariate analysis, the independent factor for significant hepatic fibrosis was aging (≥65 years; OR 9.637, 95% CI 6.704–13.852, p < 0.0001). According to decision tree analysis, the initial classifier was aging (≥65 years). After aging, an ALT level >30 U/L was the second relevant factor for significant hepatic fibrosis, regardless of age. An undirected graphical model showed that an ALT level of >30 U/L was directly associated with significant hepatic fibrosis. In patients aged ≥65 years with an ALT level >30 U/L, significant hepatic fibrosis was observed in 52% of the patients. Meanwhile, in patients aged ≥65 years with an ALT level ≤30 U/L, MASLD was the third classifier, with significant hepatic fibrosis observed in 38% of patients.ConclusionsALT levels >30 U/L and MASLD may be involved in the pathogenesis of significant hepatic fibrosis in patients aged ≥65 years.
Integrated strategies for the clinical correlation, prevention and management of chronic oral infections, wounds and arteriosclerotic occlusion in lower extremities
Authors: Lin Fangming , Han Jingxin , Xue Hailong , Ke Juncheng , Zhang Xin , Lin Mingguan 
Published: January 2024

AbstractThis study explores the intricate relationship between chronic periodontitis (CP) and its implications for wound healing, particularly in the context of arteriosclerotic occlusion (ASO) in the lower extremities. A cohort of 90 individuals was categorized into three groups: those with CP, those with both CP and ASO (ASO + CP) and a healthy control group. Comprehensive assessments including oral examinations, blood tests and questionnaires were conducted. Key oral health indicators such as probing depth (PD), bleeding on probing (BOP) and periodontal inflammatory surface area (PISA) were evaluated to gauge the severity of periodontal wounds. The study found that the ASO + CP group showed a significantly higher number of missing teeth and increased PD compared to the CP group (p < 0.05). Both CP and ASO + CP groups exhibited elevated PD, BOP and PISA compared to the control group (p < 0.05), indicating exacerbated periodontal wounds. Serum analyses showed heightened total cholesterol (TC) and high‐sensitivity C‐reactive protein (hs‐CRP) levels in the ASO + CP group, suggesting a stronger inflammatory response and potential for atherogenesis. Interestingly, FPG and triglycerides (TG) levels did not significantly vary across groups (p > 0.05). Regression analysis identified PD (β = 2.271, p < 0.001) and PISA (β = 0.027, p = 0.001) as significant predictors for ASO presence in CP patients. The findings underscore the clinical correlation between chronic oral wounds in CP and the development of ASO in lower extremities, highlighting the critical need for integrated management strategies focusing on periodontal health to prevent and manage such complex conditions effectively. Elevated inflammatory markers in the ASO + CP group further reinforce the necessity for vigilant monitoring and targeted interventions in these patients.
RETRACTED: Effects of continuing nursing intervention on high‐risk patients with diabetic foot ulcers: A meta‐analysis
Authors: Xu Zhao , Wu Hui , Shi Jing 
Published: January 2024

AbstractA comprehensive meta‐analysis was conducted to evaluate the impact of continuous nursing interventions on patients with high‐risk diabetic foot (DF). We systematically searched electronic databases including PubMed, Embase, Google Scholar, Cochrane Library, China National Knowledge Infrastructure and Wanfang for randomized controlled trials (RCTs), from database inception to October 2023, pertaining to continuous nursing interventions in high‐risk DF patients. Independent literature screening, data extraction and quality assessment were performed by two researchers. Data analysis was executed using Stata 17.0 software. Overall, 18 RCTs involving 1450 high‐risk DF patients were included. The analysis revealed that continuous nursing interventions significantly reduced levels of fasting blood glucose (standardized mean difference [SMD] = −1.02, 95% confidence interval [CI]: −1.29 to −0.76, p < 0.001), 2‐h postprandial blood glucose (SMD = −1.76, 95%CI: −2.23 to −1.29, p < 0.001) and glycated haemoglobin levels (SMD = −1.05, 95%CI: −1.40 to −0.70, p < 0.001) in high‐risk DF patients. Furthermore, there was a significant reduction in the incidence of DF (odds ratio [OR] = 0.22, 95%CI: 0.14–0.33, p < 0.001). This study demonstrates that continuous nursing interventions are effective in controlling glycaemic indices (fasting blood glucose, 2‐h postprandial blood glucose and glycated haemoglobin) and reducing the incidence of DF in high‐risk patients. These interventions contribute to stabilizing the patients' condition and optimizing their prognosis.
Structure and defect analysis of different polysilazane‐derived silicon carbide systems
Authors: Shuster Seth , Bamonte Scott , Valus Joseph , Purgay Ryan , Arif Fayaz , March Seth , Suib Steven L. 
Published: January 2024

AbstractPolysilazane (PSZ) polymers offer the ability to form silicon carbide (SiC) or silicon nitride (Si3N4) via thermal pyrolysis. The majority of studies surrounding this polymer have focused on the decomposition of PSZ to amorphous glass. Investigations into the structural defects and bonding environments of the final ceramic systems are not as frequently discussed. Examining structural defects/abnormalities can help better use PSZ‐derived ceramics in electronic and high‐temperature applications, where phase identity and microstructure are important.In this work, three PSZ‐derived polymers were synthesized with different C/N ratios (1.33, 1.0, and 1.2) via the ammonolysis condensation reaction with chlorinated silanes. The samples were named PSZ‐SiCF1‐3. Samples were then pyrolyzed under Ar in a tube furnace at 1600°C for 5 h. Characterization included X‐ray diffraction (XRD), Raman spectroscopy, X‐ray photoelectron spectroscopy, scanning transmission electron microscopy, and electron energy loss spectroscopy.XRD measurements uncovered arbitrary stacking fault (SF) measurements of 3C‐SiC to be 4.12, 1.08, and 2.12 (unitless) for samples PSZ‐SiCF1‐3. Results were supported through Raman spectroscopy and TEM. High carbon content, not higher residual nitrogen content, was more impactful for SF formation. This highlights the importance of SFs in the microstructural evolution of non‐oxide ceramics.