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Interdisciplinary approach to defining outdoor places of knowledge work: quantified photo analysis
Authors: Herneoja Aulikki , Rönkkö Emilia , Haapakangas Annu , Malve-Ahlroth Sara , Oikarinen Essi , Hosio Simo 
Published: December 2023

IntroductionWorking outdoors is an emerging, sparsely studied phenomenon in knowledge work. Office tasks have traditionally been considered to belong to indoor environments. The worldwide pandemic of COVID-19 has increased and changed attitudes toward multilocational working. The aim of this method study is 2-fold: first to define for interdisciplinary context outdoor environments when they are used as places of outdoor knowledge work and second to quantify the thematic photo analysis to support interdisciplinary understanding of the places of outdoor knowledge work.MethodsThe review of literature has been one of the methods to support the interdisciplinary approach of this article. The photographs of outdoor knowledge workplaces and views from the workstations are studied through photo analysis customized from the existing press photograph analysis.ResultsFirst, we defined outdoor environments when used as places of outdoor knowledge work, as unconditioned outdoor or semi-outdoor places (opposite to closed indoor spaces with stable, conditioned indoor climate) providing favorable action possibilities as sources of comfort and mitigating unfavorable conditions, for example, by microclimatic solutions. Instead of defining all spaces as outdoor environments not fulfilling a stable indoor climate (conditioned) definition, adaptation to thermal and physical environments also brought semi-outdoor space into the definition. In this context, favorable latent action possibilities (affordance) in the built environment are often related to microclimate as a source of comfort. Second, we focussed on photo analysis. The proposed model is based on journalistic photo analysis PPSA and the pOKW model, which have been further developed in this study to pOKW2 model for analyzing mobile-based collected self-reported photographs by the occupants. In this pOKW2 model, the photographs would have time-location information enabling the combining of data from other datasets and thereby reducing the number of characteristics to be analyzed from the photograph. We proposed rating (in numeric form) to detect the favorable and unfavorable characteristics in the photographs most likely supporting or hindering conditions of outdoor knowledge work. This quantification would enable the use of machine vision analysis and would support handling large quantities of photographs and their combination with other datasets in interdisciplinary research.DiscussionThe quantification of the photo analysis (pOKW2) includes the readiness to combine the analysis results with other time-location-specific datasets in an interdisciplinary research collaboration to advance our understanding of latent action possibilities for outdoor knowledge work.
Effects of a group-based music imagery program on promoting coping resources among undergraduate students: a pilot randomized controlled trial
Authors: Cheng Winnie Lai Sheung , Wong Lokki Lok-Ki 
Published: December 2023

BackgroundMusic is well-known for its stress-reducing effects. Little is known about the potential effect of music interventions in fostering internal coping resources for stress management among undergraduate students in Hong Kong.ObjectivesThis pilot study aimed to examine the efficacy of the Group-based Focus Music Imagery Program (GFMI) in promoting a stress-is-enhancing mindset, sense of coherence, and self-compassion among undergraduate students.MethodsWe used a two-arm parallel randomized controlled trial (RCT). The experimental arm received 6 weeks of GFMI with measures taken at two time points after completing baseline assessments (Weeks 6, 10). The control arm received 6 weeks of an active control program and completed the outcome measures at time points similar to the GFMI group. Data were collected using the Chinese versions of the Sense of Coherence Scale (C-SOC-13), the Self-Compassion Scale-Short Form (C-SCS-SF), the Stress Mindset Measure (C-SMM), the Perceived Stress Scale (C-PSS-10), and the Generalized Anxiety Disorder scale (C-GAD-7).ResultsSixty-four participants were randomly assigned to either the experimental group (n = 32) or the control group (n = 32) between July 2021 and September 2022. The experimental group exhibited a retention rate of 71.9% at T1 (23 out of 32 participants), which slightly decreased to 65.6% (21 out of 32) at T2. The control group displayed a retention rate of 75% (24 out of 32) at T1, which dropped to 43.8% (14 out of 32) at T2. The GEE analyses showed insignificant differences between groups at any time point in C-SOC-13, C-SCS-SF, and C-SMM. Instead, the control group had a higher reduction in stress scores (C-PSS-10) at T1, and anxiety (C-GAD-7) at T2 than the experimental group.ConclusionThe pilot trial provided valuable information in examining the feasibility of the trial design and intervention. Future studies with larger samples are needed to validate if GFMI can reliably promote coping resources to manage stress and anxiety in undergraduate students.Trial registration numberhttps://www.researchregistry.com/, researchregistry8209.
Effects of self-help mindfulness-based cognitive therapy on mindfulness, symptom change, and suicidal ideation in patients with depression: a randomized controlled study
Authors: Mo Yuanyuan , Lei Zhiying , Chen Mei , Deng Hongyan , Liang Rong , Yu Miaoyu , Huang Huiqiao 
Published: December 2023

ObjectiveThis study aimed to evaluate the effects of self-help mindfulness-based cognitive therapy (MBCT-SH) on mindfulness, symptom change, and suicidal ideation in patients with depression.MethodsFor this randomized controlled study, 97 patients were randomly assigned to either the MBCT-SH (n = 48) or control (n = 49) group. The Five Facet Mindfulness Questionnaire (FFMQ), Hamilton Depression Rating Scale (HAMD-24), and Suicide Attitude Questionnaire (SAQ) were used to assess mindfulness, depression symptoms, and suicidal ideation, respectively, at baseline (T0), intervention week 4 (T1), intervention week 8 (T2), and 3-month follow-up (T3). The groups were also compared on treatment costs and readmission rates at a 6-month follow-up.ResultsIn the MBCT-SH group, 46 of 48 participants (96%) completed the eight-week program. At T0, there were no statistically significant between-group differences in demographics, clinical characteristics, FFMQ, HAMD-24, or SAQ. Nor were there statistically significant differences on the HAMD-24 or SAQ between the MBCT-SH and control groups at T1 (p = 0.18 and p = 0.59, respectively), while mindfulness was significantly higher in the MBCT-SH group (t = 2.383, p = 0.019). At T2, there were significant between-group differences on the FFMQ, HAMD-24, and SAQ, all of which remained significant at T3. At the 6-month follow-up, per capita treatment costs were 5,298 RMB lower in the MBCT-SH group compared with the control group, while their readmission rates (6.1% and 4.2%, respectively) did not differ significantly.ConclusionThese findings support the feasibility and effectiveness of MBCT-SH among patients with depression.Clinical trial registrationhttp://www.chictr.org.cn, ChiCTR2300077850.
Community engagement and loneliness in older adults in China: mediation effects of social support in the wake of COVID-19
Authors: Xie Xiaoxia , Huang Chienchung , Sitar Sophie , Qiao Xingyong 
Published: December 2023

IntroductionLoneliness is a key indicator of well-being in older adults. Drawing from the ecological model of aging, the active aging perspective, and the convoy model of social relations, this study investigates the extent community engagement influences loneliness and whether the relationship is mediated by social support during the COVID-19 pandemic.MethodsData was collected from 1,067 retired older adults in a cross-sectional design in Chengdu, China in 2022. Structural equation modeling was conducted to examine the direct and indirect effects of community engagement on loneliness through the hypothesized mediator of social support.ResultsThe results show community engagement was positively associated with social support (β = 0.26, p &lt; 0.001) and social support was negatively related to loneliness (β = −0.41, p &lt; 0.001). Social support fully mediated the relationship between community engagement and loneliness. Additionally, community engagement had an indirect effect on loneliness via social support (β = −0.11, p &lt; 0.001).DiscussionThe findings from the moderation analysis suggests community engagement and social support are likely to have large effects on loneliness for older adults over the age of 70 and who have low educational attainment. The findings suggest community engagement could be an important factor for improving social support and reducing loneliness amongst retired, older adults in China, especially in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic where millions of individuals were isolated for extended periods of time.
Comparative analysis of e-cigarette prevalence and influencing factors among adolescents in Jiangsu Province, China
Authors: Fan Jiannan , Mao Tao , Zhen Shiqi , Xu Yan , Qu Chen 
Published: December 2023

ObjectiveThe objectives of this study were to investigate electronic cigarette (e-cigarette) and cigarette use in Jiangsu Province, China, by analyzing the two-year trends of e-cigarette using and to explore the factors influencing the experimentation and use of e-cigarettes.MethodsWe conducted a cross-sectional study following the standard methodology of the Global Youth Tobacco Survey in 2019 and 2021. A three-stage cluster sampling design was applied. Eighty-two schools in 14 districts (counties) in Jiangsu Province were surveyed. All computations were performed using the SPSS 21.0 complex samples procedure. Multivariate logistic regression was used to explore the factors influencing e-cigarette experimentation and use.ResultsA total of 12,410 and 12,880 students were surveyed in 2019 and 2021, respectively. E-cigarette experimentation increased from 9.34% in 2019 to 13.07% in 2021 (P &lt; 0.001). E-cigarette use increased from 2.23% in 2019 to 3.74% in 2021 (P &lt; 0.001). The main factors associated with e-cigarette use were cigarette experimentation (OR = 2.700, P &lt; 0.001); male gender (OR = 1.416, P = 0.011); junior high school students (OR = 1.551, P = 0.005) and vocational high school students (OR = 1.644, P = 0.001); more pocket money per week (OR1 = 1.214, P = 0.187; OR2 = 1.686, P = 0.001); exposure to second-hand smoke (SHS) at home (OR = 1.239, P &lt; 0.001); exposure to e-cigarette advertising (OR = 1.855, P &lt; 0.001); believe SHS is harmful (OR = 0.933, P = 0.026); closest friends smoking (OR = 2.501, P &lt; 0.001); believe smoking makes youth look more attractive (OR1 = 1.469, P = 0.040; OR2 = 1.305, P = 0.049); believe tobacco helps youth feel more comfortable in social situations (OR1 = 2.161, P &lt; 0.001; OR2 = 1.635, P = 0.001); will use an e-cigarette product if offered by best friends (OR = 1.322, P &lt; 0.001); intend to use an e-cigarette product in the next 12 months (OR = 1.486, P &lt; 0.001).ConclusionE-cigarette use among adolescents has been on the rise in recent years. E-cigarette use is associated with past cigarette use and a strong desire to smoke. It is crucial to take health education and tobacco control efforts to reduce adolescents' e-cigarette use rate.
Improving a regional peat thickness map using soil apparent electrical conductivity measurements at the field-scale
Authors: Deragon Raphaël , Heung Brandon , Lefebvre Nicholas , John Kingsley , Cambouris Athyna N. , Caron Jean 
Published: December 2023

IntroductionThe increased adoption of proximal sensors has helped to generate peat mapping products: they gather data quickly and can detect the peat-mineral later boundary. A third layer, made of sedimentary peat (limnic layers, gyttja), can sometimes be found in between them. This material is highly variable spatially and is associated with degraded soil properties when located near the surface.MethodsThis study aimed to assess the potential of direct current resistivity measurements to predict the maximum peat thickness (MPT), defined as the non-limnic peat thickness, to facilitate soil conservation and management practices at the field-scale. The results were also compared to a regional map of the MPT from a previous study used and also tested as a covariate. This study was conducted in a shallow (MPT = 8-138 cm) cultivated organic soil from Québec, Canada. The MPT was mapped using the apparent electrical conductivity (ECa) from a Veris Q2800, and a digital elevation model, with and without a regional MPT map (RM) as a covariate to downscale it. Three machine-learning algorithms (Cubist, Random Forest, and Support Vector Regression) were compared to ordinary kriging (OK), multiple linear regression, and multiple linear regression kriging (MLRK) models.Results and discussionThe best predictive performance was achieved with OK (Lin’s CCC = 0.89, RMSE = 13.75 cm), followed by MLRK-RM (CCC = 0.85, RMSE = 15.7 cm). All models were more accurate than the RM (CCC = 0.65, RMSE = 29.85 cm), although they underpredicted MPT &gt; 100 cm. Moreover, the addition of the RM as a covariate led to a lower prediction error and higher accuracy for all models. Overall, a field-scale approach could better support precision soil conservation interventions by generating more accurate management zones. Future studies should test multi-sensor fusion and other geophysical sensors to further improve the model performance and detect deeper boundaries.
Virtual non-contrast images of detector-based spectral computed tomography in dogs: a promising alternative to true non-contrast images in veterinary medicine
Authors: Lietz Philipp , Brüntgens Manon , Wang-Leandro Adriano , Volk Holger Andreas , Meller Sebastian , Merhof Kristina 
Published: December 2023

IntroductionIn veterinary medicine, abdominal computer tomographic (CT) examinations regularly require a minimum of two scans, with a native scan (true unenhanced, TUE) as a reference for the subsequent contrast-enhanced CT scan (CECT). Spectral detector CT (SDCT) offers the possibility to calculate virtual non-contrast (VNC) images from the post-contrast scan, but this has not yet been investigated in veterinary medicine. The purpose of this study was to assess the reliability of VNC images for abdominal organs in 44 dogs without abdominal pathologies by evaluating their quantitative and qualitative parameters compared to TUE images. We hypothesized that the subtraction of iodine is sufficient in the VNC series compared to the TUE series and that the image quality of the SDCT series is superior to conventional CT images.MethodsCorresponding attenuation values in the VNC and TUE series regarding the regions of interest (ROI) in different parenchymal organs and major vessels of the abdominal cavity were assessed by means of a two one-sided t-test (TOST) and Bland–Altman plots. Additionally, the signal-to-noise ratio (SNR) was calculated for each ROI in the different series. In the second step, two board-certified veterinary radiologists made a qualitative assessment of VNC images vs. TUE images in consensus by rating the iodine subtraction, image noise, and image quality of VNC images based on a specific 5-point Likert scale.ResultsThe difference in corresponding Hounsfield units (HUs) between TUE and VNC images was less than 10 HU in 78.67% of all ROIs. Regarding the limit of less than 10 HU, in the performed TOST, significant p-values of &lt; 0.05 were reached for the liver, spleen, pancreas, and musculature, implying equivalence of both modalities. The quality of spectral base image (SBI) data was rated equivalent to calculated conventional images in the subjective assessment by reaching an average Likert scale score of 3.2 points.DiscussionVNC images calculated from SDCT data prove a valid alternative to conventional TUE images in the abdominal organs of canine patients without abdominal pathology. VNC offers the possibility to reduce time under general anesthesia and minimize radiation exposure. Future studies are needed to prove the application of this method in clinically diseased patients.
Effect of Mixed Lactiplantibacillus plantarum- and Bacillus subtilis-Fermented Feed on Growth, Immunity, and Intestinal Health of Weaner Pigs
Authors: Chen Jun , Wu Guofang , Pang Huili , Hua Jiyun , Guan Yifei , Zhang Miao , Duan Yaoke , Qin Guangyong , Wang Lei , Cai Yimin , Tan Zhongfang 
Published: December 2023

Bamei pigs, an eximious local breed reared on the Tibetan Plateau of China, are facing problems such as feed shortages, weaning stress, and antibiotic abuse. This study aimed to improve the quality of feed, growth performance, intestinal microbiota, and immunity of Bamei pigs through feeding with potentially probiotic-fermented feed. Different feeds were administered to weaned Bamei piglets for 60 days, creating the following five experimental treatment groups: basal feed group; Lactiplantibacillus plantarum-fermented-feed group; Bacillus subtilis-fermented-feed group; mixed-fermented-feed group; and antibiotic-supplemented-feed group. The results showed that the pH, neutral detergent fiber, and acid detergent fiber of the potentially probiotic-fermented feeds were significantly reduced; organic acids were produced; and Coliform bacteria, Clostridium, and aerobic bacteria were effectively inhibited. Feeding with potentially probiotic-fermented feed not only reduced the feed-conversion ratio but also improved immunity by increasing the production of anti-inflammatory cytokines, as well as decreasing pro-inflammatory cytokines and typical inflammatory pathways. The 16s rDNA high-throughput-sequencing results showed that probiotic-fermented feed improved the diversity of intestinal microbiota, inhibited the growth of the opportunistic pathogens Clostridium and Streptococcus, increased the relative abundance of Lactobacillus and Prevotella, and promoted gut health, demonstrating the promising application prospects of potentially probiotic-fermented feed.
A Transcriptome Array-Based Approach to Link SGLT-2 and Intrarenal Complement C5 Synthesis in Diabetic Nephropathy
Authors: Korsten Peter , Tampe Björn 
Published: December 2023

Diabetic nephropathy is a common microvascular complication of diabetes mellitus. It is characterized by progressive chronic kidney disease (CKD) with decline of kidney function by hyperfiltration. On a mechanistic level, activation of the complement system has been implicated in the pathogenesis of diabetic nephropathy. Therefore, here we pursued a transcriptome array-based approach to link intrarenal SGLT-2 and the synthesis of distinct complement components in diabetic nephropathy. Publicly available datasets for SLC5A2 (encoding SGLT-2) and complement system components were extracted specifically from microdissected tubulointerstitial (healthy controls: n = 31, diabetic nephropathy: n = 17) and glomerular compartments (healthy controls: n = 21, diabetic nephropathy: n = 12). First, we compared tubulointerstitial and glomerular log2 SLC5A2 mRNA expression levels and confirmed a predominant synthesis within the tubulointerstitial compartment. Among various complement components and receptors, the only significant finding was a positive association between SLC5A2 and the tubulointerstitial synthesis of the complement component C5 in diabetic nephropathy (p = 0.0109). Finally, intrarenal expression of SLC5A2 was associated predominantly with pathways involved in metabolic processes. Interestingly, intrarenal complement C5 synthesis was also associated with enrichment of metabolic signaling pathways, overlapping with SLC5A2 for “metabolism” and “biological oxidations”. These observations could be of relevance in the pathogenesis of diabetic nephropathy and implicate a mechanistic link between SGLT-2 and intrarenal complement synthesis.
Síndrome de Goodpasture: relato de caso
Authors: Lopes Marielhe Maciel , Da Silva Luana Cecilia Sousa 
Published: December 2023

Objetivo: Apresentar um caso de individuo, do sexo masculino, adulto jovem, com diagnóstico de Síndrome de Goodpasture. Métodos: Trata-se de um estudo descritivo com coleta de dados retrospectiva. As informações necessárias para o relato foram coletadas do prontuário médico do paciente. O andamento deste estudo seguiu todos os critérios e recomendações referente ao desenvolvimento de pesquisa com seres humanos, de acordo com as normas e resoluções do Conselho Nacional de Saúde. Relato de caso: No caso em questão, o jovem do sexo, masculino e tabagista e em uso de Vaping (cigarro eletrônico) foi admitido com quadro inicialmente pulmonar que evoluiu para glomerulonefrite rapidamente progressiva. Foi tratado e teve alta após 16 dias de internação, demonstrando a importância do reconhecimento e tratamento protocolar. Conclusões: A exposição ao vaporizador deve ser incluída na história clínica de todos os pacientes com achados de tomografia computadorizada de lesão pulmonar aguda sem outra causa conhecida, principalmente se forem jovens e saudáveis” demostramos assim a importância do caso clinico exposto, uma vez que aumento da frequência de vaping foi associado a lesões pulmonares mais extensas.
Concepção da violência obstétrica pelas puérperas
Authors: Machado Camila Cardoso , Muramatsu Rafael Vinhando , Cruz Ana Claudia Dela , Cordeiro Caio Henrique Silva , Silva Douglas Basílio , Vicini Larissa da Silva , Felzener Manoel Carlos Melillo 
Published: December 2023

Pressupondo que as puérperas possuem pouco conhecimento sobre violência obstétrica as quais são amiúde submetidas, que essa ultrapassa o corpo físico, acometendo a saúde mental e, que as vítimas não a reconhecem quando a estão sofrendo, devido às emoções do processo. O trabalho de parto é uma ocasião importante na vida da mulher. Um momento que deve ser cercado de rede de apoio que promova o acolhimento e segurança da puérpera. Infelizmente, não é isso que se observa na rotina de atendimento hospitalar, nomeadamente no sistema único de saúde (SUS), quando não é incomum presenciar passagens desestimulantes e, até mesmo cruéis como as asseverações propaladas por profissionais da saúde à parturientes em momento de sofrimento. Avaliar a percepção das puérperas acerca da violência obstétrica no parto, e seus direitos. Trata-se de uma Revisão Narrativa de literatura em estudos científicos sobre percepção das puérperas relacionada a violência obstétrica. Da pesquisa que foi realizada nas bases de dados Brazilian Journal of Health Review, PubMed, BVS saúde e SciELO foram selecionados 4 estudos com relatos de vivências durante o procedimento de parto. mostraram, além da parcimoniosa quantidade de pesquisa sobre o tema, a carência de humanização de profissionais em relação ao tratamento dispensado à paciente e, deficiência de conhecimento, por parte das pacientes, em relação aos seus direitos. A pesquisa revelou que, além do número limitado de estudos sobre o tema, havia falta de humanidade no tratamento prestado aos pacientes pelos profissionais e falta de conhecimento por parte dos pacientes sobre seus direitos.