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Investigation of optical, dielectric properties and conduction mechanism of LiCo 0.7 Mn 0.3 O 2
Authors: Moufida Krimi , Altarifi Saleh M. , Rhaiem Abdallah Ben 
Published: October 2023

Abstract
The development of a multifunctional material with variety in its properties is a powerful research project. The electrochemical properties of LiCo0.7Mn0.3O2 material have attracted our attention to search electrical characterization and the optical properties of this material. The synthesis of this compound is based on a solid state method. The X-ray powder diffraction analysis shows that the compound crystallizes in the hexagonal system with the R -3m space group. Moreover, the homogenous distribution of grain is revealed by the EDX study, thus the grain size is about 2.5 µm calculated from the scanning electron microscopy data. The band gap energy was established and seems to be equal to 1.88 eV which confirms the semiconductor character of this compound. Impedance spectroscopy was performed in the temperature ranging from 363 K to 473 K and frequency varying between 0.1 to 106Hz. The Nyquist plots confirm the presence of grains and grain boundary contribution instead of electrode polarization. The obtained conductivity properties indicates the semiconductor behavior of our compound, also it confirms its reliability for electrochemical application. Ac conductivity has been adjusted using the Jonsher power law, which allows us to confirm that the dc conductivity is thermally activated with activation energy of 400 meV and 500meV for 363–423 K, 423–473 K regions, respectively. Temperature dependence of the exponent s reveals that the conduction process is governed by the correlated barrier hopping model (CBH). Besides, the temperature coefficient of resistivity (TCR) affirmed that LiCo0.7Mn0.3O2 is a good candidate for bolometric applications.
Acute kidney injury following treatment with CD19-specific CAR T-cell therapy in children, adolescent and young adult patients with B-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia
Authors: Petgrave Yonique P , Selukar Subodh , Epperly Rebecca , Naik Swati , Santos Noel DeLos , Triplett Brandon M , Gottschalk Stephen , Bissler John , Talleur Aimee C 
Published: October 2023

Abstract
CD19-specific chimeric antigen receptor (CAR) T-cell therapy has shown promising disease responses in patients with high-risk B-cell malignancies. Treatment with CD19-CAR T-cell therapy is also associated with the risk of morbidity and mortality, primarily related to immune-mediated complications (cytokine release syndrome [CRS] and neurotoxicity [NTX]), infections, and end-organ dysfunction. Despite these well-described systemic toxicities, the incidence of post-CAR T-cell therapy acute kidney injury (AKI) in the children, adolescent and young adult (CAYA) patient population is largely unreported. The objectives of this study were to determine the incidence of AKI in CAYA patients with high-risk B-cell malignancies treated with CD19-CAR T-cell therapy, evaluate potential risk factors for developing AKI, and determine patterns of kidney function recovery. In this retrospective analysis of 34 CAYA patients treated with CD19-CAR T-cell at a single institution, we found a cumulative incidence of any grade AKI by day 30 post-infusion of 20% (n=7), with 4 cases being severe AKI (Stage 2-3) and one patient requiring kidney replacement therapy. All episodes of AKI developed within the first 14 days after receiving CAR T-cell therapy and 50% of patients with AKI recovered kidney function to baseline within 30 days post-infusion. No evaluated pre-treatment risk factors were associated with the development of subsequent AKI; there was an association between AKI and CRS and NTX. We conclude that the risk of developing AKI following CD19-CAR T-cell therapy is highest early post-infusion, with most cases of AKI being severe. Although most patients with AKI in our cohort had recovery of kidney function, frequent monitoring to facilitate early recognition and subsequent management of kidney complications after CD19-CAR T-cell therapy may reduce the severity of AKI in the CAYA patient population.
Managing itchgrass and morningglory in plant cane: a strong decision on associating herbicides for pre-emergence control
Authors: de Castro Rosilaine Araldi , de Castro Sérgio Gustavo Quassi , de Castro Saulo Augusto Quassi , Piassa Alexandre , Soares Gabriella Onila do Nascimento , Tropaldi Leandro , Christofoletti Pedro Jacob 
Published: October 2023

Abstract
To enhance weed control in sugarcane systems, the application of herbicide association is widely practiced. This approach broadens the spectrum of weed control and ensures a successful sugarcane yield. Therefore, this study aimed to assess the efficacy of herbicide combinations in controlling Rottboellia exaltata (itchgrass) and Ipomoea quamoclit (morningglory) during pre-emergence while also evaluating the potential impact on the sugarcane variety RB85 5156. The experimental design employed a randomized block structure with seven treatments and four replications. The treatments were as follows: 1 - no herbicide application; 2 - indaziflam + sulfentrazone (120 + 750 g i.a ha− 1); 3 - indaziflam + diclosulam (120 + 110 g i.a ha− 1); 4 - indaziflam + tebuthiuron (120 + 900 g i.a ha− 1); 5 - flumioxazin + diclosulam (150 + 110 g i.a ha− 1), 6 - flumioxazin + pyroxasulfone (200 + 200 g i.a ha− 1) and 7 - clomazone + sulfentrazone (1,080 + 750 g i.a ha− 1). The following parameters were evaluated: percentage of itchgrass and morningglory control, green coverage percentage (Canopeo® system), weed biomass (g m− 2), and itchgrass height. Tiller counts were also assessed to characterize the effects of the herbicides on sugarcane plants. Several herbicide associations have been proven effective alternatives for managing itchgrass and morningglory. The most successful treatments for itchgrass control were indaziflam + tebuthiuron and indaziflam + diclosulam, whereas for morningglory, the top performers were indaziflam + sulfentrazone, indaziflam + diclosulam, indaziflam + tebuthiuron, flumioxazin + diclosulam, and clomazone + sulfentrazone. All treatments significantly reduced the weed biomass, with indaziflam + tebuthiuron being the safest option for protecting sugarcane.
Predicting Cardiovascular Disease Risk with recommendation of Precision Medicine Approaches
Authors: TCHAGAFO NAZIF , Ez-zahout Abderrahmane , AHIOD Belaid 
Published: October 2023

Abstract
La précision en médecine cardiovasculaire s'efforce de fournir des traitements individualisés aux patients au bon moment pour optimiser les résultats. Il englobe toutes les étapes du développement de la maladie et comprend une prévision précise des risques, des stratégies de prévention personnalisées et des interventions thérapeutiques ciblées. Dans cet article, nous explorons l’utilisation d’algorithmes d’apprentissage automatique pour la prédiction des maladies cardiovasculaires et l’analyse de la latence. L’objectif principal de la recherche est de fournir un aperçu des outils Big Data et des modèles d’apprentissage automatique permettant de prédire avec une grande précision certaines maladies, comme le diabète. L’étude a appliqué six algorithmes d’apprentissage automatique tels que RandomForest, Adaboost, SVM, KNN, ANN et Decision Tree pour prédire les maladies cardiovasculaires et comparer leurs performances. Les résultats montrent que le modèle Support Vector Machine (SVM) est la meilleure approche, avec un RAPPEL de 99% et un F1 de 91%. Nos travaux montrent que le modèle SVM est fiable à 76 % pour effectuer une prédiction optimale. En outre, l’étude a analysé les délais de combat pour prédire les retards dans les combats et a produit un tableau de bord pouvant faciliter la prise de décision. La recherche a conclu que pour les mêmes ensembles de données, il convient de réfléchir attentivement au modèle à utiliser pour la prédiction. L’étude jette les bases de travaux futurs visant à tester différents modèles dans d’autres domaines, tels que la prévision du risque de maladie liée au diabète dans le cadre d’approches de médecine de précision. il convient de réfléchir attentivement au modèle à utiliser pour la prévision. L’étude jette les bases de travaux futurs visant à tester différents modèles dans d’autres domaines, tels que la prévision du risque de maladie liée au diabète dans le cadre d’approches de médecine de précision. il convient de réfléchir attentivement au modèle à utiliser pour la prévision. L’étude jette les bases de travaux futurs visant à tester différents modèles dans d’autres domaines, tels que la prévision du risque de maladie liée au diabète dans le cadre d’approches de médecine de précision.
Final Dietary Manuscript
Authors: Khalid Bakhtawar , Afzal Zubia , Mahmood Haris , Gul Abdul Rehman , Ali Mohsan 
Published: October 2023

Abstract
Daily lifestyle and dietary patterns are among the preliminary predictors of multiple diseases such as cardiovascular events and stroke. They can give fairly accurate predictions of longevity and quality of life. This study was conducted with the primary goal of identifying the prevalence of the above-mentioned patterns among students in medical universities in Lahore, Pakistan.
Objectives
The objectives of the study include:
● Estimation of the prevalence of obesity in Medical Students
● Assessing the association of eating habits and lifestyle with the prevalence of obesity/overweight in medical students.
● Assessing the perception of a balanced diet amongst medical students.
Methods
379 medical university students filled an online questionnaire focused on the dietary habits of the students and their current body mass index (BMI). Data collected were analyzed by IBM SPSS Statistics version 21.0 for Windows. The eating habits and lifestyle practices of overweight/obese university students were compared with that of non-overweight/obese university students with a 95% confidence interval (CI) and chi-square test.
Results
The results showed 18.46% of students were overweight and 17.52% of students were found to be obese. The prevalence was more in males (25.53%) than in females (11.51%).
Conclusion
These findings can be due to insufficient guidance in medical universities leading to a failure to attain a healthy lifestyle. Further studies with a greater sample size, awareness campaigns, and programs are required to deal with this alarming situation and find solutions.
Effect of Ticagrelor or Clopidogrel Treatment on 1-Year Cardiovascular Outcomes in Anemic Patients with Acute Coronary Syndrome
Authors: Onuk Tolga , Polat Fuat , Yaylak Barış , Akyüz Şükrü , Kolak Zeynep , Durak Furkan 
Published: October 2023

Abstract
Objective This study aimed to investigate the potential impact of ticagrelor and clopidogrel treatment on cardiovascular outcomes in patients with anemia and acute coronary syndrome (ACS), and to discern the optimal therapeutic approach for this vulnerable patient population.
Methods A retrospective research design was employed, involving patients diagnosed with ST-segment elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI) or non-ST-segment elevation myocardial infarction (NSTEMI) between 2014 and 2021. Inclusion criteria necessitated a hemoglobin level below 12 mg/dL and a minimum 12-month P2Y12 inhibitor treatment. Comprehensive clinical, biochemical, and echocardiographic data were collected from the hospital's electronic repository. The primary efficacy endpoint was major adverse cardiovascular events (MACE), encompassing total mortality, cardiovascular mortality, reinfarction, ischemic stroke, and hemorrhagic stroke. Major hemorrhage was the primary safety endpoint. Secondary outcomes included total mortality, CV mortality, reinfarction, ischemic stroke, and hemorrhagic stroke.
Results Patients treated with ticagrelor (n = 118) and clopidogrel (n = 538) were compared. No significant difference was observed in major adverse cardiovascular events (MACE) and major bleeding between ticagrelor and clopidogrel treatment groups (MACE: clopidogrel 10.0% vs. ticagrelor 11.0%, p=0.75; major bleeding: clopidogrel 2.8%, ticagrelor 2.5%, p=0.88). Patients with hemoglobin levels ≤8 mg/dL demonstrated significantly higher MACE and major bleeding rates in the ticagrelor group (p=0.008 and p=0.002, respectively). Among patients aged ≥75 years, ticagrelor treatment was associated with a higher risk of major bleeding (p=0.04).
Conclusion Ticagrelor and clopidogrel demonstrated similar efficacy and safety outcomes in anemic ACS patients over a one-year period. Ticagrelor showed superiority in reducing ischemic events in anemic ACS patients. However, specific caution is warranted in patients with hemoglobin ≤8 mg/dL and those aged ≥75 years, where ticagrelor treatment may confer a higher risk of adverse events. This study provides insights into tailoring antiplatelet therapy for anemic ACS patients and offers guidance for personalized treatment strategies.
Face-to-face versus 360 VR video: a comparative study of two teaching methods in nursing education
Authors: Babaita Abdulfatai Olamilekan , Kako Mayumi , Teramoto Chie , Okamoto Miho , Hayashi Yoko , Ohshimo Shinichiro , Sadamori Takuma , Hattori Minoru , Moriyama Michiko 
Published: October 2023

Abstract

Background The practical sessions during skills laboratory simulation or clinical simulation are cores of nursing education. For this, different modalities have been devised to facilitate psychomotor skills learning. One of the commonly used educational material or instructional method to supplement skills learning across various disciplines is video-based teaching method. The opportunities of traditional two-dimensional (2D) video might be limitless and maximized with 360 virtual reality (VR) video, which offers immersive experience. This study incorporates 360 VR video into skills laboratory training as an alternative approach to face-to-face procedure demonstration.Methods An open-label, parallel (1:1), comparative study design was conducted among third-year undergraduate nursing students at Hiroshima University, Japan. The nursing students were block-randomized into 360 virtual reality (VR) video and face-to-face demonstration group. After a 3-hour theoretical class of patient management on ventilator and closed-suction principles of mechanically ventilated patients in an Intensive Care Unit (ICU) focused class, the 360 VR group watched the 360 VR video of closed tracheal suction (including oral) using the Head Mounted Display (HMD) of Meta Quest 2 individually, while the face-to-face group attended the instructor’s demonstration. A week after the skills laboratory, the students’ psychomotor skills, knowledge, satisfaction, confidence were evaluated, in addition to the 360 VR video groups’ perception; Wilcoxon rank-sum test was used to compare the two groups.Results A total of 57 students were analyzed; 27 students in the 360 VR video group and 30 students in face-to-face group. There were no statistically significant differences between both groups in skills, knowledge, and confidence. However, the face-to-face group had higher satisfaction level than the 360 VR group; this difference was statistically significant. In the 360 VR video group, 62% agreed that VR makes learning more interesting; more than half of students (62.5%) experienced VR sickness symptoms, and “feeling of drunk” is the highest. The students appreciated the ready to use, immersiveness, and realism; however, symptoms and discomfort, difficult perspective and production limitations were improvements recommended.Conclusion Although face-to-face demonstration is the established method of teaching psychomotor skills to nursing students, the use of 360 VR video could achieve similar learning effect as an alternative approach.
Design &amp; Implementation of a Meta-Material Based Ultra-Wide Band Microstrip Patch Antenna for Vehicular Communication
Authors: Sharma Purnima K , Szymański Jerzy R. , Żurek-Mortka Marta , Sathiyanarayanan Mithileysh , sharma dinesh 
Published: October 2023

Abstract

This paper presents an innovative microstrip antenna of compact dimensions, constructed utilizing advanced meta-materials tailored specifically for Ultra-Wideband (UWB) applications. The antenna design features two distinct meta-material surfaces, each intricately fabricated with engraved pi-shaped slits on the radiating plane and cross-shaped slits on the ground plane. The distinctive left-handed behavior exhibited by this meta-material originates from the collaborative interplay of capacitive and inductive effects engendered by the radiating and ground planes. The proposed antenna structure assumes the form of 30.8 x 27.6 x 0.8 mm³ and interfaces seamlessly with a 50Ω feed line via an SMA connector. Its electrical resistance encompasses a range extending from 3.5GHz to significantly beyond 14.5GHz, characterized by pronounced emission along the reference axis and a focused radiation pattern, distinctly enhancing frequency-related attributes. The fundamental objective driving the design of this antenna lies in its potential to facilitate uninterrupted communication among vehicles, a crucial aspect in vehicular communication applications. This goal necessitates a broad frequency spectrum to establish seamless connectivity in vehicular contexts. A thorough analysis of the research techniques, findings, and consequences was also provided, providing insights into the bright future of metamaterial-based antennas in vehicular communication.
Perception-Enhanced Generative Adversarial Network for Synthesizing Tau Positron Emission Tomography images from Structural Magnetic Resonance Images: a cross-center and cross-tracer study
Authors: Jiang Jiehui , Sun Jie , Xue Le , Lu Jia-Ying , Zhang Qi , Zhang Shuoyan , Wang Luyao , Wang Min , Zuo Chuan-Tao , Tian Mei 
Published: October 2023

Abstract
Different tau positron emission tomography (PET) radiotracer holds promises for monitoring the accumulation of tau pathology in vivo. However, the low availability relative to the massive demand for tau-PET has ultimately hinders the potential benefits for the majority of patients. Here, we developed a unified deep learning model for synthesizing tau positron emission tomography (PET) images from the more available structural magnetic resonance imaging (sMRI). A total of 1387 subjects from two different cohorts were included in this study, involving tau-PET with 18F-flortaucipir and 18F-florzolotau. The tracer-specific models were trained independently and cross-validated internally and externally. The overall evaluations and regional-specific quantitative evaluations of the synthetic tau-PET have verified that the synthetic tau-PET followed a uniform distribution of reality and could accurately quantifying regional tau deposition, and the proposed method achieved the state-of-the-art performances on commonly used metrics and satisfies the reconstruction needs for clinical standards.
Applying intrinsic principle of cell collectives to program robot swarms
Authors: Yang Yongliang , Pan Mengyun , Liu Lianqing , Qin Xiaoyang , Li Guangyong , Long Min , Xi Ning 
Published: October 2023

Abstract
Many control algorithms for formation of robot swarms are often inspired from animal swarms. However, these algorithms are derived by simply imitating the behaviors of animal swarms instead of directly applying intrinsic principles because of the capability gaps between animals and robots. Here we experimentally proved that the principle of differential adhesion hypothesis in cell biology can be directly applied to the formation of robot swarms. Like cell collectives, swarms of sensor-less robots aggregated and sorted in a self-organized manner. Based on this finding, we programmed robot swarms to form functional morphologies via tuning their adhesion. This work advances swarm robotics in forming functional morphologies and enables us to quantitatively investigate morphogenesis in cell collectives using robot swarms.
Opium cultivation imperilling endangered species in northern Laos
Authors: White Jay , Khamphui Invixay , Rasphone Akchousanh , Nijman Vincent 
Published: October 2023

Abstract
Scant research has been conducted concerning the impacts of opium cultivation on endangered fauna in Southeast Asia. Remote sensing and ranger patrolling in Nam Et-Phou Louey National Park, Lao People’s Democratic Republic (Lao PDR) has revealed an alarming growth of opium poppy cultivation inside the park. To avoid government eradication efforts, these fields are cleared in remote areas of the forest overlapping critical habitat for northern white-cheeked gibbon, Asiatic elephant, dhole and clouded leopard. We used satellite imagery, ranger patrol data and social media to (a) measure opium clearings in a section of the park’s totally protected zone and (b) assess its impact on these endangered species and others. We found, from 2018 to 2022, a > 2000% increase in protected forest annually cleared for the crop. Ranger patrol data revealed a ten-fold increase of encounters with cable snares in the same area over this time and videos online reveal cultivators hunting protected species near these fields. Our findings reveal that the displacement of illicit cultivation into protected areas is a side-effect of eradication efforts and has negative ecological impacts beyond deforestation alone. We also report on a strategy in 2022 by the park to reduce the use of these forests for opium cultivation through community outreach and police collaboration. We recommend continued coordination between the park, local communities, and law enforcement and suggest neglecting the eradication of opium poppy in designated agricultural areas before the successful eradication of all opium poppy inside protected areas can be achieved.
Free Radical Assisted Photocatalytic Degradation of Antibiotics in aqueous medium: Kinetics, Transformation Products, and Toxicity Assessment
Authors: Patidar Aditya , Dugyala V.R. , Chakma Sankar , Galodiya M.N. , Giri Ardhendu Sekhar 
Published: October 2023

Abstract
The degradation of an antibiotic drug was investigated by low-cost nanocomposite material. The visible light responsive non-metal activated carbon (AC) doped TiO2 nanocomposite (AC/TiO2 NC) photocatalyst with wide band gap energy was synthesized via the co-precipitation method with an equal mass ratio of AC and TiO2. Under optimal conditions, the photocatalytic experiment was carried out in a batch reactor in the presence of irradiation of 15W UV light. A significant effect of AC caused a notable reduction in the optical band gap of doped with TiO2. The composite AC/TiO2 showed the maximum removal of 87.6% TCL drug in 45 min. The optimal catalyst dose and drug concentration were found to be 1.25 g and 100 mg/L, respectively, but the optimal reaction time, 45 min, and pH = 6.5 are very significant in presence of UV light. The kinetic experimental data showed the best fitting for both pseudo-first-order (ka = 21.83 min− 1) and pseudo-second-order (0.23 g/g.min) models with a high accuracy based on R2 values. Freundlich model showed a maximum adsorption capacity (qm) of 94.87 (mg/g) for TCL drug removal on the heterogeneous surface with high accuracy (R2 = 0.999) than the Langmuir model. Adsorption followed by degradation was shown at optimized pH while intraparticle diffusion phenomena acts as the rate-limiting step. Moreover, a proposed drug degradation mechanism based on the formation of HO. radical is suggested and LC-MS analysis identified fourteen intermediate products during TLC degradation. While the antibacterial activity test showed that the generated degradation products were less toxic compared to the TCL molecule.