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Injúria microbiana e a qualidade microbiológica dos alimentos
Authors: Sola Marília Cristina , Rezende Cíntia Silva Minafra e 
Published: June 2023

Introdução: a contaminação microbiológica dos alimentos se apresenta como um grande problema para a indústria, agências reguladoras e consumidores. Os métodos de conservação utilizados como garantia da inocuidade dos alimentos bem como de extensão da vida de prateleira garantem uma redução significativa do número de células viáveis e/esporos. Entretanto, em virtude da aplicação de técnicas como calor, frio, redução da atividade de água e adição de conservantes, parte da população microbiana pode apresentar células com danos letais bem como danos reversíveis, tornando-se injuriadas. Objetivo: realizar uma revisão bibliográfica acerca da ocorrência de injúrias microbianas decorrentes da aplicação de métodos de conservação em alimentos. Metodologia: consulta das bases de dados Pubmed e Scielo, com seleção de artigos publicados entre os anos de 2000 e 2019. Revisão de literatura: os microrganismos se tornam injuriados após sobreviverem a condições estressantes e perderem parte de suas características funcionais, o que justifica um maior período para multiplicação nos alimentos, assim como em meios de cultura tradicionais. Cabe ressaltar que, caso estes microrganismos sejam expostos à ambientes favoráveis, é possível a recuperação dos danos sofridos. Uma vez regenerados, estes agentes representam um perigo potencial, visto a capacidade de se multiplicarem novamente no alimento, oferecendo riscos aos consumidores e acelerando a deterioração de produtos alimentícios. Conclusão: diante da ocorrência de injúrias microbianas, percebe-se a necessidade de incorporação de procedimentos adequados para recuperação de danos celulares aos métodos oficiais empregados para detecção e enumeração de microrganismos, a fim de garantir a qualidade e inocuidade de alimentos.
Categorizing the behavior and values of detached housing residents related to obtaining warmth
Authors: Fukusaka Makoto , Matsubara Naoki , Yamato Yoshiaki , Matsubara Sayoko , Awajitani Naoki 
Published: June 2023

AbstractThe categoraization employed for Kyoto residents' consciousness, values, and physical constitution described in the previous report was also applied to Hiroshima and Aichi, and the validity of the categoraization was confirmed. The findings of this study can be summarized as follows: (1) The questions on the residents' consciousness, values, and physical constitution were highly independent, and the first principal component, “the importance of values, such as environmental protection, traditions, and seasonality,” and the second component, “tolerance/patience with cold weather,” were found to be applicable to Hiroshima and Aichi, as well as to Kyoto. (2) The two principal components were used to categorize residents into four groups in each of the study areas, and the characteristics of each group were reviewed. Trends in the three areas were similar, but there were also trends unique to Hiroshima and Aichi, where consciousness and values prioritizing the environment and nature conservation were observed. (3) We consider that observing environmental regulation behavior with a focus on the consciousness, values, and physical constitution of residents may provide clues to understanding the diversity of living styles. This leads to the identification of individual differences in adaptive behavior toward the thermal environment.
Comparison of social and spatial preferences that help prevent isolation and loneliness
Authors: Uchihira Takayuki , Nakajima Kazunori , Yasueda Hidetoshi 
Published: June 2023

AbstractThis study concerns the domain of community development and probes methods of preventing isolation and loneliness. In so doing, this fundamental investigation attempts to answer the research question, “Which types of remedies, social or spatial, are more effective in alleviating isolation and loneliness, and in which aspects are they useful?” The study purposed to essentially evidence a means of evaluating the effectiveness of such social and spatial prescriptions by inferring the associations between isolation/loneliness and social and spatial preferences. The present investigation adopted a method that holistically considered both loneliness and isolation and conducted a complex analysis of these states. It employed a stochastic choice model with discrete dependent variables to elucidate the relationship between isolation and loneliness and social and spatial prescriptions.
Long‐term changes of territoriality in home
Authors: Fujitani Hidetaka , Kobayashi Hideki 
Published: June 2023

AbstractThis study aimed to examine changes of territoriality in home and its theory, which was proposed in the 1990s, and to clarify changes of territoriality by comparing current and previous survey results. Our key findings can be summarized as follows: (1) The increase in the living room–dining room–kitchen‐type homes is remarkable, and the number of houses with guest rooms is decreasing; (2) there were many Matriarchal‐ and Patriarchal‐type homes in the past, but the number of Egalitarian‐type homes is significantly increasing; and (3) regarding the Egalitarian type, further focus can be placed on the parent–child relationship and two types can be distinguished.
A study of Laing O'Rourke, UK construction company participation in building design
Authors: Sumino Koichiro 
Published: June 2023

AbstractThis study examined the role of the internal design department and its collaboration with construction manager and the client during the design process by the UK construction company Laing O'Rourke (LOR). The results are as follows: (1) In the early stages of design, personnel from architectural design in LOR works flexibly with the client to set the design conditions. The structural/facilities designers and construction teams are involved in the design process to clarify the cost and construction schedule; (2) The design team coordinates with the client, architect, and construction team on issues that arise during the design process; (3) The initial design work is carried out collaboratively free of charge; (4) The construction team signs Pre‐Construction Service Agreement (PCSA) with the client and carries out preconstruction contract; (5) The design specifications are gradually clarified and the construction contract is concluded in stages; (6) The client and construction company works together with shared objectives and shared necessary information.
Efficacy of two hemodialyses in patients with chronic renal failure complicated by massive intracerebral hemorrhage
Authors: Zhu Xiangyu , Han Qiu , Xia Lei , Shang Jin , Yan Xianliang 
Published: June 2023

AbstractObjectiveTo compare the efficacy of intermittent hemodialysis (IHD) and continuous veno‐venous hemofiltration (CVVH) in patients with chronic renal failure complicated by massive intracerebral hemorrhage.MethodsSixty‐two patients were randomly and equally divided into IHD and CVVH groups. The clinical variables were compared, including National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale (NIHSS) score as the primary indicator, cerebral edema volume, hospital‐acquired pneumonia (HAP) incidence, acute heart failure (AHF) incidence, rehemorrhage incidence, hospital stay length, and modified Rankin Scale (mRS) score.ResultsThe CVVH group had lower NIHSS scores and edema volumes than the IHD group on postoperative days 7 and 14. Moreover, in the CVVH group, (i) the NIHSS scores on postoperative days 3 and 7 were higher than those on postoperative day 1; (ii) there was no significant difference in NIHSS scores between days 14 and 1; and (iii) no significant difference in cerebral edema volume was found between postoperative days 1 and 3, 7, and 14. In the IHD group, the NIHSS scores and cerebral edema volume on postoperative days 7 and 14 were significantly higher than those on postoperative day 1. The CVVH group had a lower incidence of HAP, AHF, and adverse events and shorter hospital stay length than the IHD group. The proportions of patients with mRS scores of 1 and 2 in the CVVH group were higher than those in the IHD group on day 30 after discharge.InterpretationCVVH is more effective than IHD in the treatment of patients with chronic renal failure complicated by massive intracerebral hemorrhage.
Newborn screening for Duchenne muscular dystrophy: A two‐year pilot study
Authors: Tavakoli Norma P. , Gruber Dorota , Armstrong Niki , Chung Wendy K. , Maloney Breanne , Park Sunju , Wynn Julia , Koval‐Burt Carrie , Verdade Lorraine , Tegay David H. , Cohen Lilian L. , Shapiro Natasha , Kennedy Annie , Noritz Garey , Ciafaloni Emma , Weinberger Barry , Ellington Marty , Schleien Charles , Spinazzola Regina , Sood Sunil , Brower Amy , Lloyd‐Puryear Michele , Caggana Michele ,   the Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy Pilot Study Group
Published: June 2023

AbstractObjectiveDuchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD) is an X‐linked disorder resulting in progressive muscle weakness and atrophy, cardiomyopathy, and in late stages, cardiorespiratory impairment, and death. As treatments for DMD have expanded, a DMD newborn screening (NBS) pilot study was conducted in New York State to evaluate the feasibility and benefit of NBS for DMD and to provide an early pre‐symptomatic diagnosis.MethodsAt participating hospitals, newborns were recruited to the pilot study, and consent was obtained to screen the newborn for DMD. The first‐tier screen measured creatine kinase‐MM (CK‐MM) in dried blood spot specimens submitted for routine NBS. Newborns with elevated CK‐MM were referred for genetic counseling and genetic testing. The latter included deletion/duplication analysis and next‐generation sequencing (NGS) of the DMD gene followed by NGS for a panel of neuromuscular conditions if no pathogenic variants were detected in the DMD gene.ResultsIn the two‐year pilot study, 36,781 newborns were screened with CK‐MM. Forty‐two newborns (25 male and 17 female) were screen positive and referred for genetic testing. Deletions or duplications in the DMD gene were detected in four male infants consistent with DMD or Becker muscular dystrophy. One female DMD carrier was identified.InterpretationThis study demonstrated that the state NBS program infrastructure and screening technologies we used are feasible to perform NBS for DMD. With an increasing number of treatment options, the clinical utility of early identification for affected newborns and their families lends support for NBS for this severe disease.
Neurological diagnoses in hospitalized COVID‐19 patients during the B.1.1.529 surge
Authors: Kim Carla Y. , Sardar Zomer , Ayele Biniyam A. , Fleck‐Derderian Shannon , Barrett Catherine E. , Sun Yifei , Clague Madison , Hurst Holly A. , Boruah Abhilasha , Zucker Jason , Maddox Ryan , Sejvar James , Thakur Kiran T. 
Published: June 2023

AbstractObjectiveEmerging variants and sublineages of SARS‐CoV‐2 have differing disease severity, transmissibility, and immune evasion. The neurological conditions associated with the original strain of SARS‐CoV‐2 are well established. Our study assessed the neurological presentations specific to hospitalized patients during the B.1.1.529 (Omicron) variant surge in New York City.MethodsA total of 178 cases with positive RT‐PCR result within 6 weeks before admission, and subsequent development of select neurological conditions during the SARS‐CoV‐2 B.1.1.529 (Omicron) surge between December 1, 2021 and February 28, 2022, were included from 12,800 SARS‐CoV‐2‐positive hospital admissions. Clinical data from acute hospitalizations were compared to findings of inpatient neurological cases with COVID‐19 infections from the initial surge in NYC in the same hospital system.ResultsCompared to SARS‐CoV‐2 infections of the original strain, COVID‐19 cases hospitalized during the Omicron surge (B.1.1.529) were associated with incidental and/or asymptomatic COVID‐19 cases (96, 53.9%) and an increased incidence of pre‐existing neurological and immunocompromising conditions. Encephalopathy, seizures, and stroke remained the most prevalent neurological conditions identified in hospitalized COVID‐19 cases during the study period, reflecting a similar distribution of neurological presentations associated with the original strain.InterpretationIn our cohort of 178 admitted SARS‐CoV‐2‐positive patients with select neurological conditions during the Omicron B.1.1.529 surge, 54% of COVID‐19 cases were considered incidental and/or asymptomatic, and the identified neurological conditions resembled those associated with the original SARS‐CoV‐2 strain. Further studies characterizing neurological presentation in Omicron sublineages and other variants are warranted in an ongoing COVID‐19 pandemic.
Connecting the Dots: N6‐Methyladenosine (m6A) Modification in Spermatogenesis
Authors: Zhang Mengya , Nie Junyu , Chen Yufei , Li Xiaofeng , Chen Hao 
Published: June 2023

AbstractN6‐methyladenosine (m6A) is the most common RNA modification found in eukaryotes and is involved in multiple biological processes, including neuronal development, tumorigenesis, and gametogenesis. It is well known that methylation‐modifying enzymes (classified into writers, erasers, and readers) mediate catalysis, clearance, and recognition of m6A. Recent studies suggest that these genes may be associated with spermatogenesis. Numerous studies have revealed the m6A role during spermatogenesis. However, the expression patterns and relationships of these m6A enzymes during various stages of spermatogenesis remain unknown. In this review, it is aimed to provide an overview of m6A enzyme functions and elucidate their potential mechanisms and regulatory relationships at a specific phase during spermatogenesis, providing new insights into the m6A modification underlying the spermatogenesis process.
Rapid Magnetically Directed Assembly of Pre‐Patterned Capillary‐Scale Microvessels
Authors: Jewett Maggie E. , Hiraki Harrison L. , Wojasiński Michał , Zhang Zenghao , Xi Susan S. , Bluem Amanda S. , Prabhu Eashan S. , Wang William Y. , Pena‐Francesch Abdon , Baker Brendon M. 
Published: June 2023

AbstractCapillary scale vascularization is critical to the survival of engineered 3D tissues and remains an outstanding challenge for the field of tissue engineering. Current methods to generate micro‐scale vasculatures such as 3D printing, two photon hydrogel ablation, angiogenesis, and vasculogenic assembly face challenges in rapidly creating organized, highly vascularized tissues at capillary length‐scales. Within metabolically demanding tissues, native capillary beds are highly organized and densely packed to achieve adequate delivery of nutrients and oxygen and efficient waste removal. Here, two existing techniques are adopted to fabricate lattices composed of sacrificial microfibers that can be efficiently and uniformly seeded with endothelial cells (ECs) by magnetizing both lattices and ECs. Ferromagnetic microparticles are incorporated into microfibers produced by solution electrowriting and fiber electropulling. By loading ECs with superparamagnetic iron oxide nanoparticles, the cells could be seeded onto magnetized microfiber lattices. Following encapsulation in a hydrogel, the capillary templating lattice is selectively degraded by a bacterial lipase that does not impact mammalian cell viability or function. This study introduces a novel approach to rapidly producing organized capillary networks within metabolically demanding engineered tissue constructs which should have broad utility in the fields of tissue engineering and regenerative medicine.
A Review on 3D Architected Pyrolytic Carbon Produced by Additive Micro/Nanomanufacturing
Authors: Eggeler Yolita M. , Chan Ka Chun , Sun Qing , Lantada Andrés Díaz , Mager Dario , Schwaiger Ruth , Gumbsch Peter , Schröder Rasmus , Wenzel Wolfgang , Korvink Jan G. , Islam Monsur 
Published: June 2023

AbstractAdditive micro/nano‐manufacturing of polymeric precursors combining with a subsequent pyrolysis step enables the design‐controlled fabrication of micro/nano‐architected 3D pyrolytic carbon structures with complex architectural details. Pyrolysis results in a significant geometrical shrinkage of the pyrolytic carbon structure, leading to a structural dimension significantly smaller than the resolution limit of the involved additive manufacturing technology. Combining with the material properties of carbon and 3D architectures, architected 3D pyrolytic carbon exhibits exceptional properties, which are significantly superior to that of bulk carbon materials. This article presents a comprehensive review of the manufacturing processes of micro/nano‐architected pyrolytic carbon materials, their properties, and corresponding demonstrated applications. Acknowledging the “young” age of the field of micro/nano‐architected carbon, this article also addresses the current challenges and paints the future research directions of this field.
On the Practical Applicability of Rambutan‐like SiOC Anode with Enhanced Reaction Kinetics for Lithium‐Ion Storage
Authors: Li Kezhuo , Yuan Gaoqian , Liu Xuefeng , Guo Yan , Huang Ren , Li Hang , Zhang Haijun , Jia Quanli , Xie Zhengwei , Zhang Shaowei , Lei Wen 
Published: June 2023

AbstractSilicon oxycarbide (SiOC) possesses great potential in lithium‐ion batteries owing to its tunable chemical component, high reversible capacity, and small volume expansion. However, its commercial application is restricted due to its poor electrical conductivity. Herein, rambutan‐like vertical graphene coated hollow porous SiOC (Hp‐SiOC@VG) spherical particles with an average diameter of 302 nm are fabricated via a hydrothermal treatment combined CH4 pyrolysis strategy for the first time. As‐prepared Hp‐SiOC@VG exhibits a large reversible capacity of 729 mAh g−1 at 0.1 A g−1, remarkable cycling stability of 98% capacity retention rate after 600 cycles at 1.0 A g−1 and high rate capability of 289 mAh g−1 at 5.0 A g−1 owing to the unique structure of the particles and the electrical conductivity of the vertical graphene. Density functional theory calculations reveal that the higher contents of SiO3C and SiO2C2 structural units in the SiOC are beneficial to enhance the Li+ storage capacity. Additionally, the full‐cell assembled with Hp‐SiOC@VG and LiFePO4 delivers up to 74% capacity retention rate after 100 cycles at 0.2 A g−1. This work reports a new way for the facile preparation of template‐free hollow porous materials and expands the application prospects of SiOC‐based anode for lithium‐ion batteries.
Impact of 2D Ligands on Lattice Strain and Energy Losses in Narrow‐Bandgap Lead–Tin Perovskite Solar Cells
Authors: Zhang Kaicheng , Vincze Andrej , Metwalli Ezzeldin , Zhang Jiyun , Liu Chao , Meng Wei , Zhang Boxue , Tian Jingjing , Heumueller Thomas , Xie Zhiqiang , Luo Junsheng , Osvet Andres , Unruh Tobias , Lüer Larry , Li Ning , Brabec Christoph J. 
Published: June 2023

AbstractMixed lead and tin (Pb/Sn) hybrid perovskites exhibit a great potential in fabricating all‐perovskite tandem devices due to their easily tunable bandgaps. However, the energy deficit and instability in Pb/Sn perovskite solar cells (PSCs) constrain their practical applications, which renders defect passivation engineering indispensable to develop highly efficient and long‐term stable PSCs. Herein, the mechanisms of strain tailoring and defect passivation in Pb/Sn PSCs by 2D ligands are investigated. The 2D ligands include electroneutral cations with long alkyl chain (LAC), iodates with relatively short alkyl chain (SAC) and their mixtures. This study reveals that LAC ligands facilitate the relaxation of tensile strain in perovskite films while SAC ligands cause strain buildup. By mixing LAC/SAC ligands, tensile strain in perovskite films can be balanced which improves solar cell performance. PSCs with admixed β‐guanidinopropionic acid (GUA)/phenethylammonium iodide (PEAI) exhibit enhanced open circuit voltage and fill factor, which is attributed to reduced nonradiative recombination losses in the bulk and at the interfaces. Furthermore, the operational stability of PSCs is slightly improved by the mixed 2D ligands. This work reveals the mechanisms of 2D ligands in strain tailoring and defect passivation toward efficient and stable narrow‐bandgap PSCs.
Metal Ions versus Protons: Tracking of Charge‐Carrier Insertion into a Cathode Oxide in Aqueous Rechargeable Batteries
Authors: Lee Changmin , Hong Youngjae , Kim Dongho , Lim Younghwan , Choi Jang Wook , Chung Sung‐Yoon 
Published: June 2023

AbstractProtons in aqueous electrolytes can perform as an additional type of charge carrier for insertion/extraction in addition to the primary carrier cations in aqueous rechargeable batteries. Despite many diverse claims regarding the effect of protons, mutually conflicting experimental results and their interpretations without direct evidence have been reported over the last decade. Systematic examinations and analyses are thus imperative to clarify the conditions of proton insertion in aqueous rechargeable batteries. Utilizing V2O5 as a model cathode and beaker‐type cells with a sufficient amount of ZnSO4 aqueous electrolytes in this work, it is demonstrated that protons are inserted into the cathode prior to Zn‐ions in low‐pH conditions (pH ≤ 3.0). In stark contrast, the influence of protons on the discharge voltage and capacity is insignificant, when either the pH becomes higher (pH ≥ 4.0) or the electrolyte volume is considerably low in coin‐type cells. Similar behavior of pH‐dependent proton insertion is also verified in Na–, Mg–, and Al‐ion electrolytes. Providing a resolution to the controversy regarding proton insertion, the present study emphasizes that the influence of protons substantially varies depending on the pH and relative volume of electrolytes in aqueous batteries.
Synergistic Effect of Photothermal Conversion in MXene/Au@Cu2−xS Hybrids for Efficient Solar Water Evaporation
Authors: Kang Hao‐Sen , Zou Jing‐Wen , Liu Yang , Ma Liang , Feng Jing‐Ru , Yu Zi‐Yang , Chen Xiang‐Bai , Ding Si‐Jing , Zhou Li , Wang Qu‐Quan 
Published: June 2023

AbstractA three‐plasmon hybrid, in which core–shell Au@Cu2−xS hybrids are bonded with ultrathin Ti3C2Tx MXene, is prepared for high‐efficiency photothermal conversion and membrane‐based solar water evaporation for the first time. The MXene/Au nanorod@Cu2−xS hybrids display excellent photothermal conversion efficiency under irradiation of an 808 laser, causing by the three‐plasmon‐induced synergistic plasmonic absorption and heating effects as well as the multichannel charge transfer between the components. Then, Au nanosphere@Cu2−xS and Au nanorod@Cu2−xS hybrids are mixed and combined with MXene to serve as the membrane material, which shows excellent light absorption ranging from ultraviolet to near‐infrared region. By transferring the membrane materials on a hydrophilic cotton piece, the as‐prepared photothermal membrane displays a high evaporation rate of 2.023 kg m−2 h−1 and light‐to‐heat conversion efficiency of 96.1% under 1‐sun irradiation due to the synergistic photothermal conversion and over 96% of solar light absorption efficiency. Furthermore, a home‐made solar evaporation device enabling automatic inflow of untreated water and outflow of evaporated water is designed based on the principles of liquid pressure and connectors. The seawater desalination and sewage treatment experiments performed on the device and membrane indicate the great potential in solar‐light‐driven water purification and drinkable water generation.