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Triggering Thermal Healing of Large Area MOCVD Grown TMDs at the Trion Dissociation
Authors: Park Cheolmin , Hong Woonggi , Choi Sung‐Yool 
Published: August 2023

AbstractOvercoming the thermal sensitivity of the van‐der Waals layered material, an inevitable high defect concentration in a large area (2 × 2 cm2) vapor phase grown few‐layer MoS2 (2.3 nm thick) is uniformly repaired over the entire area through thermal process. The defect concentration of the healed sample decreased by 3.8 times, and both the PL intensity and field‐effect mobility over the entire area increased by more than two times. Through observing in situ photoluminescence (PL) spectra with raising temperature, it is confirmed that the oxygen‐substitutional healing proceeds radically from the starting point at which trion dissociation energy is zero, inducing e–h plasma. At this time, for achieving successful healing of the entire area, immediate cooling is required to prevent accelerated oxidation when reaching the critical temperature. Considering the laboratory‐dependent crystalline quality of vapor‐phase grown transition metal dichalcogenides (TMDs), the methodology to find the optimal thermal healing temperature through in situ PL monitoring will be quite useful.
Antibacterial CATH‐2 Peptide Coating to Prevent Bone Implant‐Related Infection
Authors: Keikhosravani Pardis , Jahanmard Fatemeh , Bollen Tim , Nazmi Kamran , Veldhuizen Edwin J. A. , Gonugunta Prasad , Anusuyadevi Prasaanth Ravi , van der Wal Bart C.H. , Vogely Charles , Bikker Floris J. , Taheri Peyman , Weinans Harrie , Amin Yavari Saber 
Published: August 2023

AbstractThe development of antibacterial coatings is a promising approach to preventing biofilm formation and reducing the overuse of systemic antibiotics. However, widespread antibiotic use has resulted in antibiotic‐resistant bacteria, limiting the efficacy of antibiotic‐based coatings. Herein, an antibacterial coating is developed by layer‐by‐layer (LbL) assembly of two polymers namely PDLG (poly (D,L‐lactide‐co‐glycolide)) and gelatin methacryloyl (GelMA) while chicken cathelicidin‐2 (CATH‐2), a cationic and amphipathic peptide, is loaded between these polymer layers. The electrospray method is used to apply the coatings to achieve efficient peptide loading and durability. The CATH‐2 bactericidal concentration ranges are first identified, followed by a study of their cytotoxicity to human mesenchymal stem cells (hMSCs) and macrophage cell lines. Later, different LbL electrospray coating assemblies loaded with the optimal peptide concentration are sought. Various coating strategies are investigated to identify an LbL coating that exhibits prolonged and biocompatible CATH‐2 release. The resulting CATH‐2‐coated titanium surfaces exhibit strong antibacterial activity against both Staphylococcus aureus and Escherichia coli bacteria for 4 days and are biocompatible with hMSCs and macrophage cells. This coating can be considered as a versatile delivery system platform for the delivery of CATH‐2 peptides while avoiding cytotoxicity, particularly for the prevention of infections associated with implants.
Advances in Silver Nanowires‐Based Composite Electrodes: Materials Processing, Fabrication, and Applications
Authors: Meena Jagan Singh , Choi Su Bin , Jung Seung‐Boo , Kim Jong‐Woong 
Published: August 2023

AbstractThis article reviews the increasing need for innovative transparent and conductive electrodes (TCEs) for modern optoelectronics, flexible electronics, sensors, and biomedical devices as alternatives to brittle and scarce conventional indium tin oxide (ITO). Among the various TCE materials explored, silver nanowires (AgNWs) have emerged as a promising candidate to replace ITO, thanks to their remarkable properties. However, AgNW‐based TCEs can present limitations such as thermal instability, high contact resistance, increased surface roughness, and inadequate adhesion to substrates. Incorporating secondary conductive materials with AgNWs has proven effective in mitigating these challenges, leading to high‐performance composite electrodes. This review offers a comprehensive overview of the latest advancements in AgNW‐based composite TCEs for applications in optoelectronics, flexible electronics, sensors, and biomedical devices. It covers the materials and methodologies employed to construct high‐performance composite electrodes and present a comparative analysis of various composite TCEs in terms of their optical, electrical, and mechanical properties and performance in different electronic devices. The article also discusses recent breakthroughs in enhancing TCE stability, adhesion, and contact resistance reduction by employing additional materials such as graphene, conductive polymers, and metal oxide nanoparticles. The review addresses the challenges in the field of composite TCEs, proposes potential solutions, and highlights opportunities.
Braided Liquid Crystal Elastomer Fiber Actuator with Programmable Deformation for Artificial Muscles
Authors: Wang Xuan , Shao Huiqi , Tang Jia , Chen Junfeng , Huang Yaoli , Pan Junjie , Zhang Ye , Wang Wendi , Jiang Jinhua , Chen Nanliang 
Published: August 2023

AbstractLiquid crystal elastomer fibers (LCEFs) are promising materials for constructing artificial muscles. However, the practical applications in smart wearable textiles and soft robots are still hindered due to their weak tensile performance and complex actuation integration. In this work, an LCEFs braided actuator is fabricated in which several LCEFs are integrated with silver‐plated nylon strands using the textile braiding method. The silver‐plated nylon strands can generate joule heat for triggering LCEFs and meanwhile strengthen the braided actuators. Owing to the braided structure, this LCEFs braided actuator exhibits large reversible contraction (34%) and actuation force (18.7 cN) with electrical stimulation at 0.6 V cm−1. An artificial arm and a soft pump based on the LCEFs braided actuators is successfully developed. The LCEFs braided actuator can lift 205 times its weight as an artificial biceps. And the soft pump can achieve cyclic contraction and relaxation motions similar to the cardiac muscle under electrical stimulation and reach an output flow rate of 111 µL s−1. This braided integration concept would broaden the potential applications of LCEFs.
Efficient PbSe Quantum Dot Infrared Photovoltaic Applying MXene Modified ZnO Electron Transport Layer
Authors: Liu Sisi , Wang Meng , Yu Xiong , Li Hao , Lu Haifei , Wen Xiaoyan , Li Ming‐Yu , Zhang Jianbing 
Published: August 2023

AbstractInfrared (IR) solar cells are potential optoelectronic devices for boosting the power conversion efficiency (PCE) of conventional photovoltaics (such as pervoskite and silicon solar cells) by broadening the utilization range of the sunlight spectrum to short‐wavelength infrared region. PbSe colloidal quantum dots (QDs) are one of the optimal candidates for IR solar cells because of their tunable bandgap in the IR region and flexible solution processibility. At present, the best PbSe QD IR photovoltaics generally adopt ZnO as an electron transport layer (ETL). However, the intrinsic drawbacks and surface defects of ZnO can potentially deteriorate the PCE of devices. Herein, Ti3C2Tx, a representative 2D transition carbide, is combined with sol‐gel ZnO to develop a new hybrid ETL for fabricating high‐performance IR solar cells. This combination effectively suppresses the defects within ZnO by forming new bondings and simultaneously enhances the crystalline of ZnO film. Meanwhile, the introduction of Ti3C2Tx into ZnO film accelerates the transport and collection of photo‐generated carriers by constructing a new electron transport pathway. Consequently, compared to the bare devices, the infrared PCE of PbSe QD solar cells increases by 19.5% to 1.04%. These results demonstrate that this hybrid ETL can offer a bright approach for developing high‐performance optoelectronic devices.
A 22q13.1 duplication in mosaicism including SOX10
Authors: Bertani‐Torres William , Serey‐Gaut Margaux , de Oliveira Judite , Bole Christine , Parisot Mélanie , Nistschké Patrick , Maurin Marie‐Laure , Lapierre Jean‐Michel , Loundon Natalie , Belhous Kahina , Bondurand Nadège , Marlin Sandrine , Pingault Véronique 
Published: August 2023

AbstractWaardenburg syndrome (WS) is characterized by the association of sensorineural hearing loss and pigmentation abnormalities. Among the four types, WS Type 2 (WS2) is the only one without a remarkable distinguishing feature. Here, we report a patient initially diagnosed with WS2 who exhibits a 446 kb mosaic duplication in chromosome 22q13.1, encompassing SOX10, and detected using whole genome sequencing in a trio. The patient, a 46,XY boy, presents with profound bilateral sensorineural hearing loss, right heterochromia iridium, left bright blue iris, and skin‐depigmented areas in the abdomen and limbs. Vestibular and imaging tests are normal, without inner ear or olfactory bulb malformations. Bilateral cochlear implantation did not prevent language and speech delays. Moderate congenital chronic constipation and neurodevelopmental difficulties were also present. Given the few genes included in this duplicated region (only one OMIM gene with dominant inheritance), this report provides further delineation of the phenotype related to duplications encompassing the entire SOX10 gene.
A combined pig model to determine the net absorption of volatile fatty acids in the large intestine under different levels of crude fiber
Authors: Zhao Shengjun , Lv Liangkang , Wu Taotao , Feng Zhi , Li Qiang , Lei Long , Liu Zhengya , Zhang Hui , Ren Ying 
Published: August 2023

AbstractBackgroundThis study aimed to develop a combined model to quantify the net absorption of volatile fatty acids (VFA) in the large intestine (LI) of pigs.MethodsFifteen female growing pigs (Duroc × Large White × Landrace) were ranked by body weight (30 ± 2.1 kg) on day 0 and assigned to one of three treatments, namely the basal diet containing different crude fiber (CF) levels (LCF: 3.0% CF, MCF: 4.5% CF, and HCF: 6.0% CF). The pigs were implanted with the terminal ileum fistula and the cannulation of the ileal mesenteric vein (IMV), portal vein (PV), and left femoral artery (LFA) from days 6 to 7. [13C]‐Labeled VFA and P‐aminohippuric acid were constantly perfused into the terminal ileum fistula and the cannulation of the IMV (day 15), respectively. Blood samples were collected from the PV and the LFA during perfusion (5 h), and LI samples were collected.ResultsThe net flux of [12C]‐acetic acid in the PV was greater for LCF versus MCF (p = 0.045), but no difference was observed in the net flux of [12C]‐propionic acid (p = 0.505) and [12C]‐butyric acid (p = 0.35) in the PV among treatments. The deposition of [12C]‐acetic acid in the LI was greater for LCF versus MCF (p = 0.014), whereas the deposition of [12C]‐propionic acid (p = 0.007) and [12C]‐butyric acid (p = 0.037) in the LI was greater for LCF versus HCF.ConclusionsIn conclusion, this pig model was found conducive to study the net absorption of VFAs in the LI, and LCF had more net absorption of VFAs in the LI than MCF and HCF.
Clonal Hematopoiesis and Acute Ischemic Stroke Outcomes
Authors: Lee Eung‐Joon , An Hong Yul , Lim Jiwoo , Park Kyung‐Il , Choi Su‐Yeon , Jeong Han‐Yeong , Kang Dong‐Wan , Yang Wookjin , Kim Jeong‐Min , Ko Sang‐Bae , Lee Seung‐Hoon , Yoon Byung‐Woo , Koh Youngil , Jung Keun‐Hwa 
Published: August 2023

ObjectiveThe effect of clonal hematopoiesis of indeterminate potential (CHIP) on the manifestation and clinical outcomes of acute ischemic stroke (AIS) has not been fully elucidated.MethodsPatients with AIS were included from a prospective registry coupled with a DNA repository. Targeted next‐generation sequencing on 25 genes that are frequently mutated in hematologic neoplasms was performed. The prevalence of CHIP was compared between patients with AIS and age‐matched healthy individuals. A multivariate linear or logistic regression model was used to assess the association among CHIP and stroke severity, hemorrhagic transformation, and functional outcome at 90 days.ResultsIn total, 380 patients with AIS (mean age = 67.2 ± 12.7 years; 41.3% women) and 446 age‐matched controls (mean age = 67.2 ± 8.7 years; 31.4% women) were analyzed. The prevalence of CHIP was significantly higher in patients with AIS than in the healthy controls (29.0 vs 22.0%, with variant allele frequencies of 1.5%, p = 0.024). PPM1D was found to be most significantly associated with incident AIS (adjusted odds ratio [aOR] = 7.85, 95% confidence interval [CI] = 1.83–33.63, p = 0.006). The presence of CHIP was significantly associated with the initial National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale (NIHSS) score (β = 1.67, p = 0.022). Furthermore, CHIP was independently associated with the occurrence of hemorrhagic transformation (65/110 clonal hematopoiesis positive [CH+] vs 56/270 CH negative [CH‐], aOR = 5.63, 95% CI = 3.24–9.77, p < 0.001) and 90‐day functional disability (72/110 [CH+] vs 99/270 [CH‐], aOR = 2.15, 95% CI = 1.20–3.88, p = 0.011).InterpretationCH was significantly associated with incident AIS. Moreover, particularly, sequence variations in PPM1D, TET2, and DNMT3A represent a new prognostic factor for AIS. ANN NEUROL 2023;94:836–847
The different impacts of g‐C3N4 nanosheets on PVDF and PSF ultrafiltration membranes for Remazol black 5 dye rejection
Authors: Senol‐Arslan Dilek , Gul Ayse , Dizge Nadir , Ocakoglu Kasim , Uzal Nigmet 
Published: August 2023

AbstractMembranes combined with nanoparticles are an excellent combination capable of successfully removing various contaminants, such as dyes from wastewater while using very little energy and decreasing pollution. The present study reports an efficient approach for Remazol Black 5 (RB5) dye removal using composite graphitic carbon nitride nanosheets (g‐C3N4), polysulfone (PSF), and polyvinylidene fluoride (PVDF) membranes. The membranes were prepared using the phase inversion method, with varying quantities of g‐C3N4 nanosheets ranging from 0.1%, 0.2% to 0.3%. The prepared g‐C3N4 nanosheets were characterized by FTIR, SEM analyses, and zeta potential measurements. FTIR and SEM studies, contact angle, water permeability, COD, and dye rejection measurements were used to characterize the g‐C3N4 nanosheets embedded in PSF and PVDF membranes. After the addition of 0.3 wt% g‐C3N4, the water flux of the 0.3 wt% g‐C3N4 embedded PSF membrane was the highest, whereas the water flux of the 0.3 wt% g‐C3N4 embedded PVDF membrane was the lowest. The ultrafiltration (UF) membrane's performance with g‐C3N4 embedded showed an RB5 rejection rate of more than 80% and a COD removal efficiency of more than 45%. The results of the experimental filtration showed that RB5 rejection reached maximum values of 91.3% for 0.1 wt% g‐C3N4/PSF, and 85.6% for 0.3 wt% g‐C3N4/PVDF.
Assessment and treatment of problem behavior occasioned by variable‐sequence transitions for children with autism
Authors: Leon Yanerys , Brewer Adam , Fandal Mallory , Jimenez‐Gomez Corina , Dracobly Joseph 
Published: August 2023

AbstractTransitions from one daily activity to the next can occasion problem behavior (e.g., aggression). Inspired by clinical descriptions of children with autism, we compared the effects of fixed‐sequence and variable‐sequence transitions on problem behavior using a multiple baseline across participant design. In the fixed‐sequence condition, participants were exposed to the same sequence of activities. In the variable‐sequence condition, the sequence of activities was varied semi‐randomly. Results showed that transition‐related problem behavior was more likely to occur in the variable‐sequence condition. Advance notice of the upcoming transition, in the form of auditory and visual cues, was effective at reducing transition‐related problem behavior in the variable‐sequence condition for two participants. Results are discussed in light of the effect of uncertainty of outcomes, and suggestions for future cross‐disciplinary research are provided.
Sustainability‐related supply chain risks and supply chain performances: The moderating effects of dynamic supply chain management practices
Authors: Ngo Vu Minh , Quang Huy Truong , Hoang Thinh Gia , Binh An Duong Thi 
Published: August 2023

AbstractIn recent years, the supply chain has undergone significant transformations due to various factors such as globalization, the COVID‐19 pandemic, advancements in information technology, outsourcing, and offshore production. These changes have made the supply network more complex, particularly with regards to sustainability issues, and have increased the vulnerability of the supply chain to sustainability‐related risks. However, despite the growing importance of sustainability‐related supply chain risks (SSCRs), there is a lack of understanding and inadequate research on critical aspects in the existing literature on this topic, such as how firms in volatile and demand‐driven sectors cope with SSCRs and how these risks affect the firms' operational performance. To address this gap, this study investigates the impact of sustainability‐related supply chain risks on suppliers, customers, and the economic performance of businesses in the garment industry in Vietnam. Using a sample of 254 garment companies, this study aims to develop a comprehensive measuring scale for supply chain sustainability risk and evaluates the effectiveness of dynamic supply chain management techniques in mitigating the impact of sustainability‐related risks on firm performance characteristics. The findings of this research reveal that there is a risk–return trade‐off for economic hazards, while no such trade‐off is observed for social and environmental hazards. Furthermore, we find that supplier management and supply chain integration methods can assist in the management of environmental hazards, leading to a positive outcome for both businesses and the environment. The research results provide both theoretical and managerial implications for mitigating the risks associated with sustainability in the supply chain. The results suggest that effective management of sustainability‐related risks can result in a win‐win scenario for both businesses and the environment.
Two interventions for mitigating the harms of greenwashing on consumer perceptions
Authors: Dutta‐Powell Ravi , Rhee Joshua J. , Wodak Saul 
Published: August 2023

AbstractGrowing demand for environmentally friendly products has led to an increase in companies exaggerating their environmental credentials, a practice commonly referred to as “greenwashing.” To identify the impact of greenwashing and to test potential interventions, we designed an online experiment featuring a series of three advertisements featuring hypothetical companies. A representative sample of 2352 participants were randomised into a control group or one of two intervention groups. Intervention groups saw either a literacy or prebunking intervention, both designed to enable participants to identify common greenwashing strategies. We find that greenwashing is effective—participants were significantly more likely to agree that fictional companies in greenwashed ads had higher green credentials compared with companies depicted in nongreenwashed ads. This effect was most pronounced for those with higher levels of self‐reported environmental concern. We also find that our interventions reduce the impact of greenwashing—participants in both intervention groups rated the green credentials of companies with greenwashed ads significantly lower than participants in the control group. This effect appears to be driven partly by increasing general scepticism of the green credentials of firms and partly by increasing scepticism specifically towards greenwashed claims.
Synthesis of Schiff Bases and Secondary Amines with Indane Skeleton; Evaluation of Their Antioxidant, Antibiotic, and Antifungal Activities
Authors: Erdoğan Helin , Yılmaz Özgür , Çevik Pınar Küce , Doğan Merve , Özen Recep 
Published: August 2023

AbstractIn this study, Schiff bases were synthesized by utilizing the reaction of 4‐ and 5‐aminoindane with substituted benzaldehydes. After the reduction of isolated Schiff bases with NaBH4, the corresponding secondary amine derivatives were obtained. The structures of all synthesized molecules were confirmed by 1H‐NMR, 13C‐NMR, FT‐IR, and ESI‐MS. Antioxidant activities of all synthesized molecules were investigated by DPPH method, and IC50 values were calculated. In addition, antibacterial activities of targets were investigated by the well diffusion method, and then MIC99 values were calculated. While only four of the sixteen synthesized molecules showed a high level of antioxidant activity, all of the molecules exhibited biological activity against Gram‐positive and Gram‐negative bacteria to varying degrees. In addition, all the synthesized molecules showed high antifungal activity. In antioxidant capacity studies, the IC50 values of 2‐(((2,3‐dihydro‐1H‐inden‐5‐yl)amino)methyl)‐6‐methoxyphenol (4 d) and 2‐(((2,3‐dihydro‐1H‐inden‐4‐yl)amino)methyl)‐6‐methoxyphenol (7 d) were determined to be 18.1 μg and 35.1 μg, respectively, and these values are much stronger than BHT (butylated hydroxytoluene) and BHA (butylated hydroxyanisole) used as positive controls. The fact that targets have the same core structure with different substituents has revealed a good structure‐activity relationship.
An unusual response to 5‐azacitidine by a patient with chronic myelomonocytic leukemia
Authors: Islam Anwarul 
Published: August 2023

Key Clinical MessageHypomethylating agents may be useful in some but not all cases of myelodysplastic syndromes. In some versions of these conditions, this treatment may yield deleterious results.AbstractChronic myelomonocytic leukemia (CMML) is considered to be a heterogeneous group of hematopoietic neoplasms. Usually it shares the features of myeloproliferative neoplasms (MPN) and myelodysplastic syndromes (MDS) and is known as MDS/MPN. It occurs mostly in the elderly and has an inherent tendency to transform to acute myeloid leukemia. FDA has approved hypomethylating agents (HMAs) such as 5‐azacitidine (AZA) and decitabine (DEC) for the treatment of this disorder. The extent of response rate to AZA varies considerably among patients. Our report describes a patient with CMML who not only did not respond to a conventional dose of intravenous (IV) therapy with AZA, but showed marked progression of the disease with the leucocyte count rising exponentially while undergoing the aforesaid treatment. We believe this is the first such case reported in the currently extant literature.
Boron Polycation Supported by Cyclic Bis(carbodiphosphorane)
Authors: Saito Kakeru , Kusumoto Shuhei , Nozaki Kyoko 
Published: August 2023

AbstractA novel cyclic bis(carbodiphosphorane) ligand was prepared and investigated in coordination with group 13 elements, B, Al, and Ga. Al and Ga afforded dinuclear adduct where two metal centers were bridged by the bis(carbodiphosphorane) ligand. In contrast, the reaction with boron trichloride afforded a monomeric dicationic three‐coordinate boron species composed of one boron moieties and one ligand. The structures of these products were determined by X‐ray crystallography. In the dicationic boron compound, the sterically constrained cyclic structure enforced the boron center to acquire strained trigonal geometry with wide C−B−C angle of 140°. Furthermore, theoretical investigation with DFT and NBO suggested a significant contribution of tricationic two‐coordinate boron resonance structure supported by two CDP ligands.