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Electrophysiological Correlates of Reward Anticipation in Subjects with Schizophrenia: An ERP Microstate Study
Authors: Perrottelli A. , Giordano G. M. , Koenig T. , Caporusso E. , Giuliani L. , Pezzella P. , Bucci P. , Mucci A. , Galderisi S. 
Published: July 2023

AbstractThe current study aimed to investigate alterations of event-related potentials (ERPs) microstate during reward anticipation in subjects with schizophrenia (SCZ), and their association with hedonic experience and negative symptoms. EEG data were recorded in thirty SCZ and twenty-three healthy controls (HC) during the monetary incentive delay task in which reward, loss and neutral cues were presented. Microstate analysis and standardized low-resolution electromagnetic tomography (sLORETA) were applied to EEG data. Furthermore, analyses correlating a topographic index (the ERPs score), calculated to quantify brain activation in relationship to the microstate maps, and scales assessing hedonic experience and negative symptoms were performed. Alterations in the first (125.0–187.5 ms) and second (261.7–414.1 ms) anticipatory cue-related microstate classes were observed. In SCZ, reward cues were associated to shorter duration and earlier offset of the first microstate class as compared to the neutral condition. In the second microstate class, the area under the curve was smaller for both reward and loss anticipation cues in SCZ as compared to HC. Furthermore, significant correlations between ERPs scores and the anticipation of pleasure scores were detected, while no significant association was found with negative symptoms. sLORETA analysis showed that hypo-activation of the cingulate cortex, insula, orbitofrontal and parietal cortex was detected in SCZ as compared to HC. Abnormalities in ERPs could be traced already during the early stages of reward processing and were associated with the anticipation of pleasure, suggesting that these dysfunctions might impair effective evaluation of incoming pleasant experiences. Negative symptoms and anhedonia are partially independent results.
Size-Dependent Enforcement, Tax Evasion and Dimensional Trap
Authors: Coppier Raffaella , Michetti Elisabetta , Scaccia Luisa 
Published: July 2023

Abstract
Size-dependent tax enforcement is quite widespread worldwide, but the literature on its effects over firms’ behaviour is very scarce. By assuming different audit probabilities for small and large firms, we propose a dynamic model to study the consequences of size-dependent monitoring level on a firm’ fiscal compliance and its decision to invest and grow in a single-firm perspective. By combining analytical findings and simulation results, we show that: (1) under certain conditions, a dimensional trap may emerge, as small firms have no advantage in growing and prefer to remain small to avoid stronger enforcement; (2) audit activity and fine levels are important tools available to the State to fight evasion, but a careful calibration is required not to incur undesired effects.
TV Consumption Patterns and the Impact of Media Freedom on Political Trust and Satisfaction with the Government
Authors: Knoll Bodo , Pitlik Hans , Rode Martin 
Published: July 2023

AbstractThis paper empirically assesses the impact of media freedom on citizen’s trust in politicians and satisfaction with national governments. Restrictions potentially allow governments to provide citizens with biased information, which may then increase trust in, and satisfaction with, ruling elites. Yet, these restrictions may also be perceived as a signal that the latter are not trustworthy. Employing data from the European Social Survey to compare respondents with different levels of media consumption, we show that unfree media are partially effective in manipulating perceptions. Using age as an instrument for the time dedicated to media consumption, we find that higher levels of media freedom reduce citizen’s trust in government but are unrelated to satisfaction with national governments.
Blockage of the adenosine A2B receptor prevents cardiac fibroblasts overgrowth in rats with pulmonary arterial hypertension
Authors: Bessa-Gonçalves Mafalda , Bragança Bruno , Martins-Dias Eduardo , Vinhas Adriana , Certal Mariana , Rodrigues Tânia , Ferreirinha Fátima , Costa Maria Adelina , Correia-de-Sá Paulo , Fontes-Sousa Ana Patrícia 
Published: July 2023

Abstract
Sustained pressure overload and fibrosis of the right ventricle (RV) are the leading causes of mortality in pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH). Although the role of adenosine in PAH has been attributed to the control of pulmonary vascular tone, cardiac reserve, and inflammatory processes, the involvement of the nucleoside in RV remodelling remains poorly understood. Conflicting results exist on targeting the low-affinity adenosine A2B receptor (A2BAR) for the treatment of PAH mostly because it displays dual roles in acute vs. chronic lung diseases. Herein, we investigated the role of the A2BAR in the viability/proliferation and collagen production by cardiac fibroblasts (CFs) isolated from RVs of rats with monocrotaline (MCT)-induced PAH. CFs from MCT-treated rats display higher cell viability/proliferation capacity and overexpress A2BAR compared to the cells from healthy littermates. The enzymatically stable adenosine analogue, 5′-N-ethylcarboxamidoadenosine (NECA, 1–30 μM), concentration-dependently increased growth, and type I collagen production by CFs originated from control and PAH rats, but its effects were more prominent in cells from rats with PAH. Blockage of the A2BAR with PSB603 (100 nM), but not of the A2AAR with SCH442416 (100 nM), attenuated the proliferative effect of NECA in CFs from PAH rats. The A2AAR agonist, CGS21680 (3 and 10 nM), was virtually devoid of effect. Overall, data suggest that adenosine signalling via A2BAR may contribute to RV overgrowth secondary to PAH. Therefore, blockage of the A2AAR may be a valuable therapeutic alternative to mitigate cardiac remodelling and prevent right heart failure in PAH patients.
Income and Oral and General Health-Related Quality of Life: The Modifying Effect of Sense of Coherence, Findings of a Cross-Sectional Study
Authors: Zakershahrak Mehrsa , Chrisopoulos Sergio , Luzzi Liana , Jamieson Lisa , Brennan David 
Published: July 2023

Abstract
Objectives
To investigate whether a strong sense of coherence (SOC) modifies the association between low-income and oral and general health-related quality of life (OHRQoL and HRQoL, respectively) among a South Australian population sample; and to explore the main and interaction effects of income and SOC on OHRQoL and HRQoL.

Methods
Baseline data from the Dental Care and Oral Health Study (DCOHS, a South Australian representative study, 2015–2016) were used for cross-sectional analysis (n = 3,786). Four multivariable factorial ANOVA models were applied to assess the effect measure modification, main effects, and interaction of income and SOC on OHRQoL (measured using the OHIP-14) and HRQoL (measured using the EQ-5D-3L).

Results
Income and SOC had small main effects on OHRQoL. Income had a small effect and SOC had an intermediate effect on HRQoL, meaning that individuals with strong SOC had better OHRQoL and HRQoL in all income categories. Also, high-income participants had better OHRQoL and HRQoL. The interaction between income and SOC was statistically significant on HRQoL. Among participants from low-income group, those with strong SOC had better OHRQoL (mean = 8.8, 95% CI[7.9, 9.7]) and HRQoL (mean = 1.1, 95% CI[1.0, 1.3]) than others with weak SOC (OHIP-14 mean = 12.7, 95% CI[11.7, 13.6]) and (EQ-5D-3L mean = 2.0, 95% CI[1.9, 2.2]).

Conclusion
The findings showed the main effects and interaction between SOC and income on OHRQoL and HRQoL. Income had different effects on OHRQoL and HRQoL depending on whether SOC was strong or weak. Findings suggested that strong SOC modified the association between low-income and OHRQoL and HRQoL.
Screening native pepper, Tasmannia lanceolata (Poir.) A.C. Smith, for resistance against Phytophthora cinnamomi dieback
Authors: Sinhalagoda C. , Wilson M. D. , Tran S. N. , Cahill D. , Barry K. M. 
Published: July 2023

AbstractTasmannia lanceolata (native pepper) has been reported as susceptible to Phytophthora cinnamomi and the objective of this study was to identify variability in native pepper resistance to P. cinnamomi. Plant material was collected from native pepper populations across Tasmania (four regions) and selected commercially grown cultivars, and 47 clones were successfully propagated. Two disease screening experiments were conducted in “soil-free plant growth system” (SPS) units. Native pepper roots were inoculated with P. cinnamomi zoospores and maintained in controlled conditions. After one week, the pathogen was re-isolated to confirm infection success, and after two weeks root discolouration was visually assessed with images, which were then analysed with an automated machine learning system, using colour thresholds. The SPS was a successful approach to screen the early response of native pepper to P. cinnamomi. Based on pathogen re-isolation success and total root discolouration percentage, clones were categorised using a susceptibility rating method across multiple categories from highly resistant to highly susceptible. In the first experiment, all 47 propagated clones were challenged with one isolate of P. cinnamomi (Pc1), and pathogen re-isolation percentage and total root discolouration (brown and black) percentage differed significantly with clone (P < 0.001). In the second experiment, three representative clones of experiment 1 were challenged with two isolates of P. cinnamomi (Pc1 and Pc2) and clone response was similar. This study has highlighted that there is a range of responses to P. cinnamomi, from highly susceptible to highly resistant, in native pepper clones from different regions of Tasmania.
Ketogenic Diet as a Possible Non-pharmacological Therapy in Main Endocrine Diseases of the Female Reproductive System: A Practical Guide for Nutritionists
Authors: Camajani Elisabetta , Feraco Alessandra , Verde Ludovica , Moriconi Eleonora , Marchetti Marco , Colao Annamaria , Caprio Massimiliano , Muscogiuri Giovanna , Barrea Luigi 
Published: July 2023

Abstract
Purposeof Review
This narrative review explored the role of ketogenic diets (KDs) in improving fertility outcomes, low-grade inflammation, body weight, visceral adipose tissue, and its potential use in certain types of cancer, through its favorable actions on mitochondrial function, reactive oxygen species generation, chronic inflammation, and tumor growth inhibition.

Recent Findings
Nutrition is crucial to maintain the female reproductive system’s health. Evidence on the association between diet and female reproductive system has greatly expanded over the last decade, leading to the identification of specific diet therapy, particularly KDs. KDs has been proved to be an effective weight-loss tool. To date, KDs is being increasingly used in the treatment of many diseases, such as obesity, type 2 diabetes mellitus. KDs is a dietary intervention capable of ameliorating the inflammatory state and oxidative stress through several mechanisms.

Summary
Due to the increasing use of KDs beyond obesity, this literature review will provide the latest scientific evidence of its possible use in common disorders of the female endocrine-reproductive tract, and a practical guide to its use in these patients.
Business Continuity Management, Operational Resilience, and Organizational Resilience: Commonalities, Distinctions, and Synthesis
Authors: Galaitsi S. E. , Pinigina Elizaveta , Keisler Jeffrey M. , Pescaroli Gianluca , Keenan Jesse M. , Linkov Igor 
Published: July 2023

AbstractThe concepts of business continuity management, operational resilience, and organizational resilience each refer to actions that businesses and organizations can take in anticipating and responding to disruptions. However, the existing definitions and usages are difficult to differentiate due to overlapping objectives, implementation processes, and outcomes. This article examines definitions and approaches for these three concepts and suggest a framework to operationalize methods and tools relevant to each. These definitions emphasize three dyads: risk versus resilience; organizational processes versus assets; and normal operating conditions versus crisis conditions. Using these dyads to differentiate the concepts of business continuity management, operational resilience, and organizational resilience can support planners in clarifying objectives and identifying which approach will be most beneficial as businesses or organizations plan for and encounter disruptions. This article evaluates these concepts by examining illustrative examples of disruptions and responses.
Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) of ceramic sanitaryware: focus on the production process and analysis of scenario
Authors: Desole Maria Pia , Fedele Lorenzo , Gisario Annamaria , Barletta Massimiliano 
Published: July 2023

AbstractThe reduction of environmental impact is today the main challenge of the ceramic industry that is always more focusing on materials in line with the principles of economic and environmental sustainability. In this context, this study addresses the implementation of a Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) on the production of ceramic sanitaryware, based on a cradle-to-grave analysis. Specifically, the process was considered from raw materials until the product is manufactured, excluding the disposal phase except for process waste. The analysis of the impact assessment considers three different scenarios: (i) The first examines the current state; (ii) the second considers the recovery of fired waste and water as well as the replacement of firing and annealing ovens with new generation ovens; (iii) the third, in addition to the technologies used in the second, proposes the use of a photovoltaic system to produce green energy and, additionally, a "plant" energy recovery system. The results show how production processes have a considerable impact on the environment, in terms of energy consumption and materials. Moreover, the use of a photovoltaic system together with the recovery of water allows a significant reduction of environmental impacts. In contrast, the crushing processes for the recovery of fired waste worsen the environmental performance of the plant, because of the high consumption of electricity. Therefore, by improving the waste recovery system and adopting the solutions of the third scenario in terms of energy savings, it would be possible to reduce the environmental burden of the production system considerably. At the same time, the use of additional equipment and production processes increases the costs of the manufacturing and has a significant impact on maintenance.
Brain Injury: How Dietary Patterns Impact Long-Term Outcomes
Authors: Patel Palak R. , Armistead-Jehle Patrick , Eltman Nicholas R. , Heath Kelly M. , Cifu David X. , Swanson Randel L. 
Published: July 2023

Abstract
Purpose of Review
Individuals with a history of traumatic brain injury (TBI) are at a much greater risk for developing cardiovascular disease (CVD) compared to the general population. This review discusses dietary patterns as a means of addressing modifiable risk factors following TBI exposure. Evidence-based resources for practicing Physiatrists and Brain Injury Medicine specialists pertaining to nutrition education and counseling are also provided.

Recent Findings
We examined Mediterranean, Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension, plant-based, ketogenic, and intermittent fasting dietary patterns through publications of clinical trials and systematic reviews. While many reviews had significant positive findings, some were limited by generalizability.

Summary
While there is extensive literature on the immediate nutrition goals in the inpatient setting following an acute TBI exposure, there is limited literature discussing the nature of diet and nutrition in the post-acute setting. Fortunately, most individuals with TBI exposure survive their initial injury and continue into the recovery phase. The scientific literature supports increased morbidity and mortality with chronic TBI exposure compared to matched counterparts, most notably with CVD. A diet rich in fiber and nutrients but limited in added sugars, saturated fats, and excess calories would likely have the greatest cardiovascular and related neurologic protection. Future studies are needed to assess the specific impact of dietary interventions in the chronic phase of brain injury recovery.
Ramification theory of reciprocity sheaves, II Higher local symbols
Authors: Rülling Kay , Saito Shuji 
Published: July 2023

AbstractWe construct a theory of higher local symbols along Paršin chains for reciprocity sheaves. Applying this formalism to differential forms, gives a new construction of the Paršin–Lomadze residue maps, and applying it to the torsion characters of the fundamental group gives back the reciprocity map from Kato’s higher local class field theory in the geometric case. The higher local symbols satisfy various reciprocity laws. The main result of the paper is a characterization of the modulus attached to a section of a reciprocity sheaf in terms of the higher local symbols.
Towards enhancing ecological validity in user studies: a systematic review of guidelines and implications for QoE research
Authors: Subramanian Sruti , De Moor Katrien , Fiedler Markus , Koniuch Kamil , Janowski Lucjan 
Published: July 2023

AbstractThe concept of conducting ecologically valid user studies is gaining traction in the field of Quality of Experience (QoE). However, despite previous research exploring this concept, the increasing volume of studies has made it challenging to obtain a comprehensive overview of existing guidelines and the key aspects to consider when designing ecologically valid studies. Therefor this paper aims to provide a systematic review of research articles published between 2011 and 2021 that offer insight into conducting ecologically valid user studies. From an initial count of 782 retrieved studies, a final count of 12 studies met the predefined criteria and were included in the final review. The systematic review resulted in the extraction of 55 guidelines that provide guidance towards conducting ecologically valid user studies. These guidelines have been grouped within 8 categories (Environment, Technology, Content, Participant Recruitment, User Behavior, Study Design, Task and data collection) overarching the three main dimensions (Setting, Users and Research Methodology). Furthermore, the review discusses: the flip side of ecological validity, the implications for QoE research, as well as provides a basic visualisation model for assessing the ecological validity of a study. In conclusion, the current review indicates that future research should address more in detail how and when research approaches characterized by high ecological validity (and correspondingly, low internal validity) and those characterized by low ecological validity (and normally high internal validity) can best complement each other in order to better understand the key factors influencing QoE for various types of applications, user segments, settings. Further, we argue that more transparency around the (sub)dimensions of ecological validity with respect to a particular study or set of studies is necessary.
Area-Specific Positioning of Metallic Glass Nanowires on Si Substrate
Authors: Theeda Sumanth , Kumar Golden 
Published: July 2023

AbstractThis paper presents a novel technique to fabricate metallic nanowires in selective areas on a Si substrate. Thermoplastic drawing of viscous metallic glass from cavities etched in Si can produce metallic nanowires. The length and diameter of nanowires can be controlled by adjusting the drawing conditions without changing the Si mold. A thin metal shadow mask is stacked above the Si mold during thermoplastic drawing to fabricate the nanowires only in specific locations. The mask restricts the flow of metallic glass to predefined shapes on the mask, resulting in the formation of nanowires in selected areas on Si. An Al foil-based mask made by a benchtop vinyl cutter is used to demonstrate the proof-of-concept. Even a simple Al foil mask enables the positioning of metallic nanowires in selective areas as small as 200 µm on Si. The precision of the vinyl cutter limits the smallest dimensions of the patterned areas, which can be further improved by using laser-fabricated stencil masks. Results show that a single row of metallic glass nanowires can be patterned on Si using selective thermoplastic drawing. Controllable positioning of metallic nanowires on substrates can enable new applications and characterization techniques for nanostructures.
For financial illiteracy
Authors: Dunn Bill 
Published: July 2023

AbstractFinancial literacy is a dangerous illusion. The article builds on existing critiques, notably the work of Lauren Willis, to show that the discourse of financial literacy education raises fundamental epistemological issues about the nature of financial markets and financial behaviour. The difficulties of achieving financial literacy are ill conceived simply as the outcomes of market imperfections. Instead, structural inequalities, financial reform, and the nature of financial assets preclude consumers from achieving adequate levels of financial competence and the claim that they can do so diverts attention from the causes of unequal economic outcomes.
X-ray diffraction performance of thermally distorted crystals
Authors: Yang Chuan , Liu Tao , Hu Kai , Zhu Ye , Dong Xiaohao , Xu Zhongmin , Feng Chao , Zhang Weiqing 
Published: July 2023

Abstract
The development of high-brightness X-ray free electron lasers (XFELs), such as hard X-ray self-seeding free electron lasers and XFEL oscillators (XFELOs), brings a severe challenge to the crystal monochromator due to a strong non-uniform thermal load. The distortion caused by spatial temperature gradients can severely affect the optical performance of crystals. Therefore, this paper presents a model to estimate the performance of non-uniform thermally distorted crystals. The model not only takes into account thermal strain, slope error and incident angle deviation, but also considers temperature-dependent factors such as the Debye–Waller factor and electric susceptibility. Our investigation indicates that the Debye–Waller factor reduces the height and bandwidth of rocking curves, and the impact of the electric susceptibility is tiny. The proposed model can describe the distortion of the reflectivity and transmissivity curves of non-uniform thermally loaded crystals and can be applied in the design of crystal monochromators, crystal splitters, crystal compressors and XFELOs.