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Wear-resistant nickel-matrix composite coatings incorporating hard chromium carbide particles
Authors: Isern Luis , Impey Sue , Milosevic Danijela , Clouser Sidney J. , Endrino Jose Luis 
Published: January 2024

This work evaluates the influence of plating variables on the morphology, composition homogeneity, and abrasive wear resistance of metal matrix composite coatings. A set of Ni/Cr3C2 coatings were brush plated onto steel coupons modifying two key variables: particle size and brush material. Compositional maps of unprecedented detail have been produced and analysed statistically to enhance understanding of composition distribution. The use of Abbott-Firestone curves to analyse surface morphology enabled the evaluation of valley and peak features. The coating differences highlighted by previous analyses have been compared with their behaviour in abrasive environments, simulated using Taber testing. Moreover, coupling Taber testing with partial compositional maps at different wear stages enabled monitoring of coating wear evolution. This methodology has revealed the importance of particle sedimentation during plating, which increased particle incorporation in the composite coating but also increased composition heterogeneity. The smaller 1.7 μm carbides and abrasive brushes produced coatings with more homogeneous morphologies, higher particle content, and increased resistance against abrasive wear, with a 60% reduction in material loss in comparison to the standard nickel coatings.
Application of carbon nanoparticles in endoscopic thyroid cancer surgery: a systematic review and meta-analysis
Authors: He Jiaxi , Sun Pengfei , Lin Jianhuang , Shen Jiali , Lin Huihui , Jiang Hongzhan , Qiu Rongliang , Lin Ende , Lu Yizhuo 
Published: January 2024

BackgroundThere has been a substantial increase in incidence of thyroid cancer globally over the past three decades, emphasizing the necessity for efficient surgical management. Surgical intervention requires meticulous lymphatic dissection; however, it is challenging to both accurately identify lymph nodes and preserve the surrounding structures. We investigated the role of carbon nanoparticles in endoscopic thyroid cancer surgery to improve surgical effects and reduce postoperative complications.MethodsChinese and English literature databases from inception to May 2023 were searched based on inclusion criteria, and data were extracted independently by two investigators. STATA software was used for data analysis.ResultsA comprehensive systematic review and meta-analysis were conducted with 13 publications (9 randomized and 4 non-randomized controlled trials). The results demonstrated that the application of carbon nanoparticles in thyroid surgery led to an increase in the number of retrieved lymph nodes and identification of metastatic lymph nodes. Furthermore, it considerably reduced the rate of improper parathyroidectomy and the incidence of postoperative hypocalcemia.ConclusionThe application of carbon nanoparticles can effectively improve the effects of surgical treatment, can enhance the identification of intraoperative lymph nodes, reduce postoperative complications, and protect the integrity and function of the parathyroid gland.Systematic Review Registrationwww.crd.york.ac.uk/PROSPERO, identifier, CRD42023420504.
Correlation of temperature-sensing microchip and rectal temperature measurements in cats
Authors: Goig Marta , Godino Javier , Tejedor Maria Teresa , Burgio Federica 
Published: January 2024

IntroductionRectal temperature (RT) is the reference standard for clinical evaluation of body temperature in mammals. However, the use of a rectal thermometer to measure temperature can cause stress and other problems, especially in cats. There is a need for clinical techniques that reduce both stress and defensive behavior as part of the provision of better medical care. Subcutaneous temperature-sensing identification microchips fulfil the current legal requirements and provide a reading of subcutaneous temperature (MT).MethodsThe clinical study tried to determine whether there is agreement between MT and RT in normal (n = 58), hospitalized (n = 26) and sedated/anesthetized (n = 36) cats. Three measurements were taken using both methods (MT and RT) in each cat. Correlation between MT and RT, and differences between MT and RT, were estimated for pairs of data-points from the same individual, and all data pairs in each group were considered overall.ResultsThere was a strong positive correlation between MT and RT (r = 0.7 to 1.0) (p &lt; 0.0005). The mean differences (d) were always negative and although statistically significant, these d values are likely of no biological importance. The overall d was ‑0.1°C in normal cats (p &lt; 0.0005), -0.1°C in hospitalized cats (p = 0.001) and -0.1°C in sedated/anesthetized cats (p = 0.001). The limits of agreement between MT and RT appear narrow enough for MT to be acceptable estimate of RT. The overall limits of agreement (95%) were ‑0.71°C and 0.53°C (in normal cats); ‑0.51°C and 0.34°C (in hospitalized cats) and ‑0.60°C and 0.42°C (in sedated/anesthetized cats).DiscussionMT may provide a good alternative to RT measurement in cats. However, this study was mostly performed in animals that were normothermic. Therefore, further studies in larger groups of cats under different conditions are needed to compare trends and assess variation with time.
Alpha-lipoic acid improves the quality of ram spermatozoa stored at 4°C by reducing oxidative stress and increasing mitochondrial potential
Authors: Sun Xiaomei , Zhang Liuming , Kang Yan , Wang Xuyang , Jiang Caiyu , Wang Jian , Sohail Tariq , Li Yongjun 
Published: January 2024

IntroductionRam spermatozoa inevitably produce a large number of reactive oxygen species (ROS) during liquid storage, leading to oxidative stress and a decline of spermatozoa quality. Therefore, it is particularly important to add exogenous antioxidants during the process of semen liquid preservation. The purpose of this study is to investigate whether adding alpha-lipoic acid (ALA) to ram semen can reduce oxidative stress and enhance spermatozoa quality during the liquid storage at 4°C.MethodsDifferent concentrations of ALA (0, 0.025, 0.05, 0.1, 0.5, 1 mM) were added to semen and stored at 4°C. During storage at 4°C, spermatozoa motility, kinetic parameters, membrane integrity, acrosome integrity, energy metabolism parameters (mitochondrial membrane potential (ΔΨM) and adenosine triphosphate (ATP)) and oxidative stress parameters [ROS, malondialdehyde (MDA), total antioxidant capacity (TAC), superoxide dismutase (SOD)] were assessed.Results and discussionThe results indicated that 0.1 mM ALA significantly (p&lt;0.05) improved spermatozoa total motility (TM) and progressive motility (PM), plasma membrane integrity, acrosome integrity, ΔΨM, ATP, TAC, and SOD, while significantly (p&lt;0.05) reducing spermatozoa ROS and MDA content compared to the control group. In conclusion, ALA can reduce damage caused by oxidative stress in spermatozoa and effectively improve the quality of semen preserved at 4°C. And the optimal concentration is 0.1 mM.
Conjunctive Analysis of BSA-Seq and SSR Markers Unveil the Candidate Genes for Resistance to Rice False Smut
Authors: Fu Rongtao , Zhao Liyu , Chen Cheng , Wang Jian , Lu Daihua 
Published: January 2024

Rice false smut (RFS) caused by the fungus Ustilaginoidea virens (Cook) leads to serious yield losses in rice. Identification of the gene or quantitative trait loci (QTLs) is crucial to resistance breeding and mitigation of RFS damage. In this study, we crossed a resistant variety, IR77298-14-1-2::IRGC117374-1, with a susceptible indica cultivar, 9311, and evaluated recombinant inbred lines in a greenhouse. The genetic analysis showed that the RFS resistance of IR77298-14-1-2::IRGC117374-1 was controlled by multiple recessive loci. We identified a novel QTL, qRFS12.01, for RFS resistance in IR77298-14-1-2::IRGC117374-1 by combining bulked segregant analysis with whole genome resequencing (BSA-seq) and simple sequence repeat (SSR) marker mapping approaches. The phenotypic effect of qRFS12.01 on RFS resistance reached 28.74%, suggesting that SSR markers linked to qRFS12.01 are valuable for marker-assisted breeding of RFS resistance in rice. The prediction of putative candidate genes within qRFS12.01 revealed five disease resistance proteins containing NB-ARC domains. In conclusion, our findings provide a new rice chromosome region carrying genes/QTLs for resistance to RFS.
Identification of Cytospora Species Isolated from Branch Canker Diseases of Woody Plants in Tibet, China
Authors: Li Jie-Ting , Li Jiang-Rong , Jiang Ning 
Published: January 2024

Branch canker diseases are important in forest ecosystems, causing economic and ecological losses. Members of Cytospora are common on cankered branches and associated with the diseases. Investigations on Cytospora cankers were conducted in Tibet, China, during 2022 and 2023. Samples were collected from Euonymus japonicus, Larix gmelinii, Malus pumila, M. spectabilis and Rosa omeiensis f. pteracantha, and cultures were obtained and identified by morphological features and molecular phylogeny of a combination of internal transcribed spacer region rDNA (ITS), the partial actin (act) region, RNA polymerase II second largest subunit (rpb2) gene, the translation elongation factor 1-alpha (tef1) gene and the partial beta-tubulin (tub2) gene. As a result, a new species is proposed herein named Cytospora lhasaensis and four known species are described for the first time from Tibet, viz. C. euonymina, C. gigaspora, C. mali and C. schulzeri. The current research enhances our understanding of the Cytospora species associated with woody host diseases in Tibet, China.
Characterizing Novel Acetogens for Production of C2–C6 Alcohols from Syngas
Authors: Thunuguntla Rahul , Atiyeh Hasan K. , Huhnke Raymond L. , Tanner Ralph S. 
Published: January 2024

Utilizing syngas components CO, CO2, and H2 to produce fatty acids and alcohols offers a sustainable approach for biofuels and chemicals, reducing the global carbon footprint. The development of robust strains, especially for higher alcohol titers in C4 and C6 compounds, and the creation of cost-effective media are crucial. This study compared syngas fermentation capabilities of three novel strains (Clostridium carboxidivorans P20, C. ljungdahlii P14, and C. muellerianum P21) with existing strains (C. ragsdalei P11 and C. carboxidivorans P7) in three medium formulations. Fermentations in 250-mL bottles were conducted at 37 °C using H2:CO2:CO (30:30:40) using P11, P7, and corn steep liquor (CSL) media. Results showed that P11 and CSL media facilitated higher cell mass, alcohol titer, and gas conversion compared to the P7 medium. Strains P7, P14, and P20 formed 1.4- to 4-fold more total alcohols in the CSL medium in comparison with the P7 medium. Further, strain P21 produced more butanol (0.9 g/L) and hexanol (0.7 g/L) in the medium with CSL, offering cost advantages over P7 and P11 media containing yeast extract. Enhancing strain activity and selectivity in converting syngas into C4 and C6 alcohols requires further development, medium formulation improvements, and characterization, particularly for the new strain P21.
Estrategias de afrontamiento al síndrome de burnout en médicos-docentes universitarios en postpandemia
Authors: Dionicio-Escalante Elisa-Roxana , Mendez-Vergaray Juan , Flores Edward 
Published: January 2024

Los médico-docentes han sufrido las secuelas de la pandemia y que sigue evidenciándose en la postpandemia como estrés laboral; por ello tuvieron que aprender estrategias de afrontamiento para superar este problema de salud mental. Objetivo. Analizar las características del Síndrome de burnout Académico de cuatro docentes-médicos universitarios y las estrategias de afrontamiento que utilizaron en un contexto de postpandemia. Metodología. Investigación cualitativa, fenomenológica, interpretativa, en la que se utilizó la entrevista en profundad a cuatro docentes-médicos (2 varones y 2 mujeres), permitió analizar y reflexionar acerca de las experiencias de los participantes de las secuelas que les dejó el SBA después de la pandemia generada por la COVID-19 y cómo realizaron el afrontamiento. Las categorías fueron SBA y afrontamiento. El trabajo se llevó a cabo en tres fases: (a) descriptiva, en ella se organizó y planificó el proceso metodológico y ético, (b) fase estructural, se elaboraron las guías de entrevista, la matriz para organizar la información, transcripción y codificación de la información y (c) fase de discusión, en la se confrontaron las experiencias discrepantes y semejantes que fueron contrastados con otros estudios. Hallazgos. La COVID-19 generó en los médico-docentes SBA, que se evidenciaron en problemas emocionales, cognitivos, conductuales-psicosomáticos y sociales. El afrontamiento integral con las técnicas cognitivo-conductuales, mindfulness, relajación y la religión permitieron revertir los efectos del SBA. A manera de conclusión. El integral de técnicas terapéuticas de afrontamiento a SBA postraumático mostraron ser eficientes.
Importancia de los radiotrazadores MDP, DTPA, MIBI marcados con Tc99m en diagnóstico de medicina nuclear
Authors: Muriel Paredes Kelly , Corte Juela Christian José 
Published: January 2024

La medicina nuclear utiliza radiofármacos, conocidos como radiotrazadores, para evaluar la función y el metabolismo de órganos y sistemas del cuerpo. Objetivo. Examinar la relevancia de los radiotrazadores MDP, DTPA y MIBI, marcados con tecnecio-99m (Tc99m), en el diagnóstico en medicina nuclear. Metodología. Se siguió el método PRISMA para identificar estudios publicados entre 2010 y 2022. Las bases de datos consultadas incluyeron Dialnet, Elsevier, Research, Redalyc, PubMed, Google Académico y Scielo. Se utilizaron descriptores específicos como "radiotrazadores Tc99m", "MDP", "DTPA", "MIBI", y "medicina nuclear", centrando la búsqueda en diagnóstico y excluyendo propósitos terapéuticos. Resultados. De 14 estudios analizados, se observó una predominancia en investigaciones sobre radiotrazadores MDP y MIBI marcados con Tc99m, enfocándose en diagnósticos relacionados con lesiones paratiroideas, hiperparatiroidismo, enfermedades esqueléticas, enfermedad arterial coronaria y perfusión miocárdica. Conclusiones. Los radiotrazadores MDP, DTPA y MIBI marcados con Tc99m demuestran eficacia en diversas aplicaciones diagnósticas, incluyendo la localización de adenomas paratiroideos y la detección de condiciones como el mieloma múltiple. A pesar de sus beneficios, es crucial continuar investigando y desarrollando nuevos radiofármacos para expandir su utilidad clínica y mejorar aún más la atención médica en el campo de la medicina nuclear.
Attitudes of the Jordanian Public towards Advertisements by Artists in Satellite Stations and their Impact on their Purchasing Behavior: A Field Study
Authors: Al-Alimat Farhan Rashid , Bani Hani Saja Khaled 
Published: January 2024

This study aimed to identify the Jordanian public’s attitudes towards advertisements by artists in satellite stationsand their impact on their purchasing behavior. The study falls within the scope of descriptive research, employing a survey methodology. A questionnaire was distributed among a sample of 491 Jordanian individuals residing in the Northern region, chosen using convenience sampling. The study applied the Dependency Theory and the AIDA model, reflecting them in the study's questions and objectives. The study reached the following results: It was found that there was an effect of advertisements by artists on satalleite stations on the purchasing decision, as the Jordanian public preferred advertisements of Arab artists and watched them on Arab satalleite stations in a large percentage, and that the most important factors attracting attention are colored photographs, the product presentation method, and the celebrity's personal charisma. Key factors in arousing interest included the presentation method, clear and appealing product display, and the use of a concise method to express the product suitable for various ages and education levels. The cognitive effects on the sample population included an increase in their knowledge of different cultures and a proper assessment of the product. Emotional effects involved a sense of satisfaction, and behavioral effects stimulated them towards making a purchase. A statistically significant relationship resulted between the degree of Jordanian audience engagement with celebrity advertisements on the stations and the existence of a statistically significant relationship between the effects (cognitive, emotional, and behavioral) of artists’ advertisements on satellite stations on the Jordanian public and the purchasing behavior.
The Urgency of a Moderate Islamic Spirit for the Liberation and Empowerment of Women Movement
Authors: Nasruddin Muhammad , Muliana Siti 
Published: January 2024

Moderate Islam usually only understood as a counter narrative to radical Islamic movements or conservative Islam such as acts of radicalism, terrorism, and intolerance. Moderate Islam also has an important role in the liberation and empowerment of women. This can be seen in the NU and Muhammadiyah mass organizations as the two main currents of moderate Islam in Indonesia. Therefore, this study will examine the values or spirit contained in moderate Islam in Indonesia, especially the NU and Muhammadiyah mass organizations as the main drivers of moderate Islam in Indonesia and its urgency for the movement of women's liberation and empowerment. This research is a type of descriptive qualitative research with a literature study method. The results showed that Islamic organizations Nahdlatul 'Ulama and Muhammadiyah use contextual interpretation in understanding religious texts. This then gave rise to various women's organizations such as Muslimat or 'Aisyiyah and gender activists who participated in fighting for women's rights through movements, studies, and workshops. The expected conclusion shows that moderate Islamic values with their contextual interpretation are closely related to the spirit of maqashid sharia which is none other than in accordance with the principles of Human Rights (HAM) so as to support gender equality.
Role of Ethics in Nature-Human Relationship: a Pragmatic Inquiry
Authors: Jena Anita 
Published: January 2024

Primitive people, in their initial struggle for existence, must have found Nature to be a formidable force to reckon with. Our ancestors eked out their means of survival from the abundant bounties of the ancient world with the meager tools at their disposal and sometimes tried to placate Nature by worshipping her. The earth was a rich mother and the needs of the early people were few. With time the ever increasing demands of humankind were matched by their growing power to wreak destruction and havoc. They destroyed forests and dug into the earth with unrestricted abandon in the quest of greater wealth and enjoyment, slaughtered every type of life for food and even for the mere pleasure of killing. Human beings remain the only predator that kills the young adults of a species, damaging the reproductive capital of the latter. Philosophers have argued against the wanton destruction of the earth’s resources. That these warnings have been largely ignored is apparent in the danger signs that have started to raise a question mark on the future of life on this planet. Therefore, these ethical theories are needed to be analyzing in a pragmatic point of view of their applications. The tendency of the theories is to concentrate on the former and take the latter for granted. This creates a gap between knowledge and application of environmental ethics. There must be some aspects other than worldviews that affects human behavior. We proceed with a pragmatic theory of ethics which takes into account the practical aspects and strengthen it further with a psychological probe into the aspects responsible for creating the gap.
Using the Composite EEPSE Green Economy Index to Assess the Progress of Emerging Economies in Achieving the Sustainable Development Goals
Authors: Stanković Sunčica , Ilić Biljana , Rabrenović Mihajlo 
Published: January 2024

As a concept, the green economy refers to the transition from coal to renewable energy sources to reduce pollution, the energy efficiency of production processes to achieve savings, the reuse of materials from waste in business and energy production, changes designed to stop harmful climate change and bring new opportunities for economic development. In this way, conflicts between economic development and environmental issues are resolved, with the aim of achieving sustainability of the economy and society. The aim of the study is to provide a comparative analysis of the level of development of the green economy in selected 20 emerging economies and their progress towards achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) from the 2030 Agenda using the EEPSE Green Economy Index (EEPSE GEI), based on Quintuple Helix Innovation Model (QHIM), and examine the interdependence between each of the 5 subsystems (quality of education system, economic aspects, political system, civil society, and natural environment) with this index. The results indicate that among the group of countries observed, Estonia is the best performer, while Egypt has the lowest performance. The results, also, indicate the important role of each of the subsystems in EEPSE GEI. The study can be useful for policy makers to identify weaknesses in achieving the SDGs.
DANÇA-TEATRO INCLUSIVA COM CADEIRA DE RODAS: RELATOS DE UMA EXPERIÊNCIA NA CIA HOLOS
Authors: Almeida José Guilherme de Andrade , Reis Fidelcino Neves , Bomfim Soyane de Azevedo Vargas do 
Published: January 2024

O paradigma da inclusão social estabelece a importância da igualdade de oportunidades para todas as pessoas, em todos os âmbitos sociais. Especificamente, acreditamos no potencial de inclusão por meio da arte na perspectiva do direito de acesso a pessoas com e sem deficiência enquanto consumidores e produtores de cultura e arte. Com o objetivo de contribuir com esta prática, apresentamos o relato de experiência da Cia Holos, uma cia de dança-teatro que atua na perspectiva da inclusão. Descrevemos aqui os caminhos percorridos pela Cia, buscando maior relação entre teoria e prática nas aulas de dança e nas produções artísticas, bem como, discutimos sua história como recorte da realidade social brasileira no que tange à inclusão de pessoas com deficiência na arte. Consideramos que as transformações ocorridas ao longo desses anos e as necessárias adaptações criaram oportunidades únicas de se reconstruir e avançar na conquista da qualidade do trabalho artístico, bem como, indicam tensões presentes nos movimentos de aceitação e valorização da arte junto às pessoas com e sem deficiências.
Recebido em: 07/12/2023Reformulado em: 08/12/2023Aceito em: 08/12/2023
Gambaran Limfosit Pasca Vaksin Covid-19 Booster
Authors: Sri Wahyuni  , Fathul Hidayatul Hasanah  
Published: January 2024

Covid-19 merupakan penyakit yang disebabkan oleh virus SARS-CoV-2. Pada maret 2020 WHO mengumumkan menjadi wabah global di dunia. Pemerintah Indonesia merespon kejadian itu tersebut dengan berbagai kebijakan. penerapan protokol kesehatan, pemberlakuan kebijakan Pembatasan Sosial Berskala Besar (PSBB), serta kebijakan lainya. Pemerintah juga mengalakkan vaksin covid-19 untuk mengecegah penularan dan mengurangi resiko sakit. Vaksin merupakan produk biologi yang berfungsi membentuk antibodi spesifik terhadap penyakit tertentu. Vaksin covid yang galakkan pemerintah ada vaksin covid-19 tahap 1, tahap 2 , tahap 3 (booster). Vaksin booster diharapkan mampu meregenerasi antibody dan memperpanjang imunitas. limfosit merupakan bagian dari leukosit agranulosit untuk membentuk antibody. Tujuan dari penelitian ini untuk mengetahui gambaran dari limfosit pasca vaksinasi booster. Metode yang digunakan yaitu diskriptif dengan purposive sampling. Hasil penelitian dari 30 responden didapatkan limfosit menurun 2 responden, normal 22 responden, meningkat 6 responden. Dapat disimpulkan bahwa gambaran limfosit pasca vaksinasi covid-19 ada yang menurun, normal dan meningkat.