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Danish translation and linguistic validation of the LIMB-Q, a PROM for traumatic lower limb injuries and amputations
Authors: Simonsen Nina Vestergaard , Rölfing Jan Duedal , Mundy Lily R. , Breitkopf Trisia , Poulsen Lotte , Hansen Rehne Lessman , Klassen Anne F. , Pusic Andrea L. , Sørensen Jens Ahm 
Published: August 2023

AbstractBackgroundThe LIMB-Q is a newly developed patient-reported outcome measure (PROM), applicable for lower extremity trauma patients requiring fracture treatment, soft tissue debridement, reconstruction, and/or amputation. The aim of this study was to translate and linguistically validate the LIMB-Q from English to Danish.MethodThe translation and linguistic validation were performed by combining guidelines from the World Health Organization (WHO) and the International Society for Pharmacoeconomics and Outcomes Research (ISPOR). This approach involved 2 forward translations, a backward translation, an expert panel meeting, and 2 rounds of cognitive patient interviews. The main goal of these steps was to achieve a conceptual translation with simple and clear items. Feedback from the Danish translation was used in combination with psychometric analyses for item reduction of the final international version of LIMB-Q.ResultsIn the forward translation, 6 items were found difficult to translate into Danish. The two translations were harmonized to form the backward translation. From the backward translation, 1 item was identified with a conceptually different meaning and was re-translated. The revised version was presented at the expert panel meeting leading to revision of 10 items. The cognitive patient interviews led to revision of 11 items. The translation process led to a linguistically validated and conceptually equivalent Danish version of the LIMB-Q.ConclusionThe final Danish LIMB-Q version consisting of 16 scales is conceptually equivalent to the original and ready for field-testing in Denmark.Level of evidence: Not gradable.
Explicit harmonic morphisms and p-harmonic functions from the complex and quaternionic Grassmannians
Authors: Ghandour Elsa , Gudmundsson Sigmundur 
Published: August 2023

AbstractWe construct explicit complex-valued p-harmonic functions and harmonic morphisms on the classical compact symmetric complex and quaternionic Grassmannians. The ingredients for our construction method are joint eigenfunctions of the classical Laplace–Beltrami and the so-called conformality operator. A known duality principle implies that these p-harmonic functions and harmonic morphisms also induce such solutions on the Riemannian symmetric non-compact dual spaces.
Incorporating causal modeling into data envelopment analysis for performance evaluation
Authors: Fukuyama Hirofumi , Tsionas Mike , Tan Yong 
Published: August 2023

AbstractThe risk factors in banking have been considered an undesirable carryover variable by the literature. Methodologically, we consider the risk factor using loan loss reserves as a desirable carryover input with dynamic characteristics, which provides a new framework in the dynamic network Data Envelopment Analysis (DEA) modelling. We substantiate our formulation and results using novel techniques for causal modelling to ensure that our dynamic network model admits a causal interpretation. Finally, we empirically examine the impact of risk from various economic sectors on efficiency. Our results show that the inefficiencies were volatile in Chinese banking over the period 2013–2020, and we further find that the state-owned banks experienced the highest levels of inefficiency and volatility. The findings report that credit risk derived from the agricultural sector and the Water Conservancy, Environment and Public Facilities management sector decreases bank efficiency, while credit risk derived from the wholesale and retail sector improves bank efficiency. The results of our innovative causal modelling show that our pioneering modelling on the role of loan loss reserves is valid. In addition, from an empirical perspective, our second-stage analysis regarding the impact of risk derived from different economic sectors on bank efficiency can be applied to other banking systems worldwide because of our successful validation from causal modelling. Our attempt to incorporate causal inference into DEA can be generalized to future studies of using DEA for performance evaluation.
Control of post-harvest gray mold (Botrytis cinerea) on grape (Vitis vinifera) and tomato (Solanum lycopersicum) using volatile organic compounds produced by Xenorhabdus nematophila and Photorhabdus laumondii subsp. laumondii
Authors: Vicente-Díez Ignacio , Moreira Xoaquín , Pastor Victoria , Vilanova Mar , Pou Alicia , Campos-Herrera Raquel 
Published: August 2023

AbstractPost-harvest fruit and vegetable rot produced by Botrytis cinerea (Helotiales: Sclerotiniaceae) causes significant reductions in food availability and drastically increases economic losses. The use of microbial-based tools for pathogen management holds promise. In particular, volatile organic compounds (VOCs) emitted by microbes (e.g., bacterial compounds) are becoming increasingly more frequent as an alternative to chemical and physical treatments. In this study, we performed three laboratory experiments to investigate the effects of VOCs emitted by two gram-negative entomopathogenic bacteria, Xenorhabdus nematophila, and Photorhabdus laumondii subsp. laumondii, on the infection and growth of the pathogenic mold B. cinerea on post-harvest red grapes and tomatoes. In addition, we evaluated the preventive effects of these bacterial VOCs against pathogens in post-harvest wounded and intact grapes. Overall, VOCs emitted by X. nematophila and P. laumondii limited the lesion area of B. cinerea to 0.5% and 2.2%, respectively, on the grapes. Similarly, VOCs emitted by X. nematophila and P. laumondii limited the lesion area of B. cinerea to 0.5% and 0.02%, respectively, in tomatoes. In addition, the emission of VOCs by both bacteria showed strong preventive fungal effects. In particular, VOCs emitted by P. laumondii reduced to 13% B. cinerea incidence in damaged grapes exposed to VOCs. Moreover, intact grapes exposed to VOCs emitted by X. nematophila and P. laumondii decreased B. cinerea incidence by 33%. This study provides insightful information about a potential novel bacteria-based tool that can be used as an alternative in the integrated control of post-harvest diseases.
Interactions between non-cellulosic plant cell wall polysaccharides and cellulose emerging from adsorption studies
Authors: Pękala Patrycja , Szymańska-Chargot Monika , Zdunek Artur 
Published: August 2023

AbstractRecent studies on the plant cell wall assume that hemicellulosic polysaccharides interact closely with cellulose microfibrils through hydrophobic forces. In contrast, hydrogen bonds, which are still emphasized, play a significant role in stabilizing the conformation of the hemicellulose bound on the cellulose surface. However, there is still no consensus on the nature of the interactions between these polysaccharides and on potential interactions of pectins also with cellulose microfibrils. Since the natural plant cell wall is a very complex system, studies of model systems (in vitro) provide information about the interaction between plant polysaccharides. Adsorption studies, which describe the interactions between non-cellulosic polysaccharides and cellulose, are one of these methods. They help to determine the type of these interactions and characterize the adsorption process. This review aims to summarize the knowledge of the interactions between cellulose and representatives of hemicelluloses and pectins, which was mainly provided by adsorption studies.
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Regional classification of high PM10 concentrations in the Seoul metropolitan and Chungcheongnam-do areas, Republic of Korea
Authors: Choi Woosuk , Song Min Young , Kim Jong Bum , Kim Kwanchul , Cho Chaeyoon 
Published: August 2023

AbstractSince the Seoul metropolitan area is a highly developed megacity, many people are often exposed to high concentrations of particulate matter (PM), with mean aerodynamic diameters equal to or less than 10 μm (PM10), in cold seasons. PM10 concentrations can be influenced by a combination of various factors, including meteorological conditions, anthropogenic emissions, atmospheric chemical reactions, transboundary transport, and geographic characteristics. However, the establishment of an efficient air quality management plan remains challenging due to the limited understanding of the regional PM concentration characteristics. Here, the Seoul metropolitan (Seoul, Gyeonggi-do, and Incheon) and Chungcheongnam-do (Chungcheongnam-do, Daejeon, and Sejong) areas were regionally classified to identify the spatiotemporal air quality in areas where megacities and emission sources are mixed. The four representative regions were determined using the K-means clustering method based on the temporal variations in the observed PM10 concentrations. The first cluster consisted of small cities in the southern and eastern parts of Gyeonggi-do and Chungcheongnam-do, respectively, while the second cluster consisted of Incheon, West Gyeonggi-do, and Seoul. In addition, the third and fourth clusters included West Chungcheongnam-do and East Gyeonggi-do, which are adjacent to the Yellow Sea and downstream area of the westerly wind, respectively. The characteristics of each cluster during the high PM10 concentration events are explainable by wind patterns and the local air pollutant emissions, including nitrogen oxides and sulfur oxides. The obtained regional classification was different from the provincial-level administrative division of South Korea. Therefore, the present study is expected to be a scientific basis for overcoming the limitations of air quality management in administrative districts.
Weighted weak convergence of the sequential tail empirical process for heteroscedastic time series with an application to extreme value index estimation
Authors: Jennessen Tobias , Bücher Axel 
Published: August 2023

AbstractThe sequential tail empirical process is analyzed in a stochastic model allowing for serially dependent observations and heteroscedasticity of extremes in the sense of Einmahl et al. (J. R. Stat. Soc. Ser. B. Stat. Methodol. 78(1), 31–51, 2016). Weighted weak convergence of the sequential tail empirical process is established. As an application, a central limit theorem for an estimator of the extreme value index is proven.
On the entropy of Hilbert geometries of low regularities
Authors: Cristina Jan , Merlin Louis 
Published: August 2023

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How the diversity of constructed wetlands improves the plankton communities discharged into a protected Mediterranean wetland
Authors: Carabal Nuria , Segura Matilde , Puche Eric , Rojo Carmen , Rodrigo María A. 
Published: August 2023

AbstractThe effectiveness of constructed wetlands (CWs) created to improve water quality has been demonstrated. However, their role in enhancing biodiversity, such as in plankton communities, is still understudied. To assess this, we analysed, over two years, the plankton of three structurally different CWs which are intermediaries between low-quality waters and a protected Mediterranean wetland (Albufera de València Natural Park). We estimated the alpha-diversity of each CW and the beta-diversity among their different sectors. In two CWs, the diversity decreased as water flowed from the Inlet (a species mix from anthropically disturbed environments) to the Outlet, due to natural assembly processes. In the other CW, as it received water dominated by a few species, the emerging assemblages increased the diversity. Moreover, comparing the three CWs, the most divergent communities were those in the outlets (due to the emergence of exclusive species, biovolume differences, etc.). Therefore, they contributed to beta-diversity as they acted as generators of communities, which were characterized by the loss of cyanobacteria and chlorophytes, the dominance of large copepods or cladocerans and the presence of unshared species. We emphasize the importance of having structurally and functionally different CWs to enhance biodiversity and improve biological water quality in natural parks.
Molecular modelling of graphene nanoribbons on the effect of porosity and oxidation on the mechanical and thermal properties
Authors: Sáenz Ezquerro Carlos , Laspalas Manuel , García Aznar José Manuel , Castelar Ariza Susana , Chiminelli Agustín 
Published: August 2023

AbstractGraphene is considered as the most promising nanomaterial of the recent decades given the huge amount of studies that have been performed to characterize its outstanding properties and in searching of novel applications. Following this tendency, this study covers the modelling of graphene nanoribbons (GNRs) with the aim of analyzing the effect of porosity and oxidation on the tensile mechanical properties and in-plane thermal conductivity through molecular dynamics (MD). Using quasi-static simulations the mechanical properties were evaluated in first place. A ‘hardening’ mechanism was observed for GNRs at porosities below 1%, i.e. perfect or near-perfect GNRs, by which the GNRs could withstand higher loading levels. This hardening effect was manifested in the carbon network by the generation of dislocation lines formed by pentagon-heptagon pairs (5–7 defects), which acted as a stress reliever. The failure of GNRs was produced as a tearing mechanism with cracks growing along the armchair or zigzag directions. The porosity affected all the analysed tensile mechanical properties (i.e., Young’s modulus, Poisson’s ratio, tensile strength and deformation at break), but with different tendency in the fracture properties due to the presence or absence of hardening behaviour in the GNRs. Nevertheless, the oxidation affected only the tensile modulus and Poisson’s ratio but not to the tensile strength and deformation at break. The thermal conductivity of the GNRs was affected either by the porosity and oxidation. Pores and oxidation groups acted as phonon scatterers since they disrupted the carbon network by the generation of vacancies or out-of-plane carbons, respectively, which decreased the phonon mean free path and thus the thermal conductivity. In conclusion, the porosity and oxidation of GNRs greatly determine the tensile mechanical properties and in-plane thermal conductivity of such materials and must be considered when tuning the synthetic pathways.
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The effect of porosity and oxidation on the tensile mechanical and thermal conductivity properties of graphene nanoribbons are evaluated through molecular dynamics simulations.
Characterisation of interface states of Al/p-Si Schottky diode by current–voltage and capacitance–voltage–frequency measurements
Authors: Moloi S. J. , Bodunrin J. O. 
Published: August 2023

AbstractIn this study, the fabricated Al/p-Si Schottky diode is characterised at room temperature using current–voltage (I–V) and capacitance–voltage–frequency (C–V–f) techniques. The energy distribution profile of the diode’s interface state density is generated using different diode parameters. In the I–V measurements, the variation in energy, charge, and density of the interface states is described in terms of the applied forward bias with respect to the zero Schottky barrier height. The capacitance measurements, on the other hand, are used to address a long-standing low-voltage capacitance peak in terms of the distribution of interface state charge. In general, both techniques complement each other, indicating that the space charge region (SCR) starts to be varied at a voltage of − 0.66 V, after the compensation of interface states by majority carriers. The findings presented here are critical for current and future research on junction-based devices for a variety of applications in which the SCR and bulk material properties are examined solely from metal-semiconductor (m–s) interface states.
Characteristic of the gene candidate SecARS encoding alkylresorcinol synthase in Secale
Authors: Targońska-Karasek Małgorzata , Kwiatek Michał , Groszyk Jolanta , Walczewski Jakub , Kowalczyk Mariusz , Pawelec Sylwia , Boczkowska Maja , Rucińska Anna 
Published: August 2023

Abstract
Background
Alkylresorcinols (ARs) are compounds belonging to the class of phenolic lipids. A rich source of ARs are cereal grains such as rye, wheat, triticale or barley. ARs found in plants are characterized by a variety of biological properties such as antimicrobial, antifungal and cytotoxic activity. Moreover, they are proven to have a positive influence on human health. Here, we aimed to find and characterize the gene with ARs synthase activity in the species Secale cereale.

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Using BAC library screening, two BAC clones containing the gene candidate were isolated and sequenced. Bioinformatic analyses of the resulting contigs were used to examine the structure and other features of the gene, including promoter, intron, 3’UTR and 5’UTR. Mapping using the FISH procedure located the gene on the 4R chromosome. Comparative analysis showed that the gene is highly similar to sequences coding for type III polyketide synthase. The level of gene expression in various parts of the plant was investigated, and the biochemical function of the gene was confirmed by heterologous expression in yeast.

Conclusions
The conducted analyses contributed to a better understanding of the processes related to ARs synthesis. Although the research concerned the rye model, the knowledge gained may help in understanding the genetic basis of ARs biosynthesis in other species of the Poaceae family as well.
The design of Tecnico GO!: catering for students’ well-being during the COVID-19 pandemics
Authors: Nisi Valentina , Prandi Catia , Ma Shuhao , Ferreira Marta , Nicolau Hugo , Esteves Augusto , Nunes Nuno 
Published: August 2023

AbstractTransitioning to and through University is a delicate period for students’ well-being. Moreover, the recent COVID-19 pandemic added a further toll through the various challenges related to studying, socializing, community-building, and safety. These challenges inspired the design of a mobile application, called Tecnico GO!, to support university students’ well-being and academic performance. This paper presents the design rationale and evaluation of the app conducted during the academic year 2021-2022. Findings cluster around three themes: i) students studying needs; ii) building a sense of community; iii) gamification strategies. The discussion elaborates on the student’s perceptions of well-being during pandemics. Students’ perception of the app is positive, appreciative of the crowdsensing features, supporting learning goals, community building, and safety. On the other hand, the gamification features, as currently deployed, do not achieve the expected goals.
On the solvability of a cantilever-type boundary value problem by using the mixed monotone operator
Authors: Harjani J. , López B. , Sadarangani K. 
Published: August 2023

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The concept of creativity in Georges Florovsky’s thought
Authors: Mjør Kåre Johan 
Published: August 2023

Abstract
This article discusses the meanings of “creativity”—tvorchestvo—as we encounter it in Georges Florovsky’s thought, first and foremost in his magnum opus Ways of Russian Theology (1937). Tvorchestvo had by this time become a key concept in Russian pre-revolutionary and later émigré thought. It is associated above all with Nikolai Berdyaev’s philosophy, but it also plays an important role in Sergei Bulgakov’s philosophy of economy. In both cases, it stands for the human response to divine creation. Moreover, and somewhat less famously, it was also an epistemological concept in the religious idealism of Vladimir Solovyov as well as in Russian neo-Kantianism (Fyodor Stepun), where it stood for the active, synthetic faculty of our minds. Florovsky, meanwhile, used it as a description of how we should relate to the patristic heritage, but also to history more generally: Our attitude should be “creative,” active, as well as both backward- and forward-looking. This “return to the Fathers” was a central component of Florovsky’s neopatristic program, but, interestingly, in order to conceptualize this return, Florovsky took over a concept from traditions that his own approach otherwise firmly criticized. By analyzing Florovsky’s use of tvorchestvo, this article addresses the broader question as to the differences and parallels between the neopatristic movement and the legacy of the Russian Renaissance (Silver Age).
Exploiting homogeneity in games with non-homogeneous revenue functions
Authors: Ferrarese Walter , Rubí-Barceló Antoni 
Published: August 2023

AbstractWe exploit the properties of homogeneous functions to characterize the symmetric pure-strategy Nash equilibria of n-player symmetric games in which each player’s revenue function is not homogeneous but it can be decomposed into the sum of homogeneous functions with different degrees of homogeneity. Our results aim to provide a pathway for an easy computation of symmetric equilibria for this type of games. We discuss our results in a Cournot game, a contest game, and a public good game.
Emergency treatment of symptomatic ureteral calculi: predictors of prolonged hospital stay
Authors: Herout Roman , Putz Juliane , Borkowetz Angelika , Thomas Christian , Oehlschläger Sven 
Published: August 2023

Abstract
Purpose
To assess differences in the length of hospital stay (LOS) in patients who present emergently versus electively for a symptomatic ureteral stone and to explore underlying risk factors.

Methods
Billing data were analyzed from patients with symptomatic ureteral calculi at our department from 2010 to 2021. Statistical analysis (U test, logistic regression) was performed.

Results
2274 patients (72% male, 28% female) with ureteral stones were analyzed (mean age of 52.9y). 1578 patients (69.4%) presented in an emergency setting and 696 patients (30.6%) electively. Arterial hypertension was seen in 31%, diabetes mellitus in 11% and hyperuricemia in 5% of the whole cohort. 46.5% of emergency patients were desobstructed (DJ/PCN), 35.4% underwent emergency ureteroscopy (URS), 13.4% had spontaneous passage (SP), and 4.8% underwent emergency shock wave lithotripsy (SWL). Of the electively treated patients, 58.6% underwent URS, 21.3% SWL, 18.5% DJ/PCN, and 1.6% had SP. Emergency stone treatment was associated with a significantly longer LOS when compared to primary desobstruction for patients admitted emergently. Also, LOS was significantly longer for each intervention of stone treatment in emergency patients vs. electively treated patients. Arterial hypertension was associated with a 1.8-fold increased risk of a hospital stay longer than 3 days, irrespective of hospital admission mode, whereas metabolic disorders did not influence LOS in this cohort.

Conclusion
For emergency patients in contrast to the electively treated patients, the type of procedure had a significant impact on the length of hospital stay. Arterial hypertension is an independent significant risk factor for prolonged hospital stay.