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Predicting response of migratory fish populations to dam removal
Authors: Hayes Daniel , Fricano Gail , Turek James , Jordaan Adrian , Kulik Brandon , Baker Mary , Murray Jason 
Published: July 2023

Abstract
Dam removal is a potential habitat restoration alternative through which parties responsible for injuries to natural resources can provide compensation for reductions in fish populations. Predicting the potential response of migratory fish populations to candidate dam removal(s) is a critical step in the natural resource damage assessment process to evaluate whether the proposed action provides adequate compensation. There is currently no standard approach to making such predictions, particularly in cases where data on candidate streams with dams are limited. We considered six modeling approaches for addressing this problem and evaluated the features of each approach for this application. We judged that an approach based on habitat suitability indices and weighted usable area provides the best balance between predictive capacity and cost of model implementation. This balancing act evaluating the cost effectiveness of predictive models is worth consideration in a wide range of fisheries modeling applications.
Development of an AI-driven system for neurosurgery with a usability study: a step towards minimal invasive robotics
Authors: Zeineldin Ramy A. , Junger Denise , Mathis-Ullrich Franziska , Burgert Oliver 
Published: July 2023

Abstract
Recent advances in artificial intelligence have enabled promising applications in neurosurgery that can enhance patient outcomes and minimize risks. This paper presents a novel system that utilizes AI to aid neurosurgeons in precisely identifying and localizing brain tumors. The system was trained on a dataset of brain MRI scans and utilized deep learning algorithms for segmentation and classification. Evaluation of the system on a separate set of brain MRI scans demonstrated an average Dice similarity coefficient of 0.87. The system was also evaluated through a user experience test involving the Department of Neurosurgery at the University Hospital Ulm, with results showing significant improvements in accuracy, efficiency, and reduced cognitive load and stress levels. Additionally, the system has demonstrated adaptability to various surgical scenarios and provides personalized guidance to users. These findings indicate the potential for AI to enhance the quality of neurosurgical interventions and improve patient outcomes. Future work will explore integrating this system with robotic surgical tools for minimally invasive surgeries.
DUSP2 inhibits the progression of lupus nephritis in mice by regulating the STAT3 pathway
Authors: Liu Xingzhong , Chen Jie , Liu Lu 
Published: July 2023

Abstract
One of the most severe side effects of systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) is lupus nephritis (LN). To search for potential therapeutic targets in SLE is crucial for the progression of SLE. In this study, we selected C57BL/6J mice as controls and MRL/lpr mice as an LN model and obtained dual specificity phosphatase 2 (DUSP2)-overexpressed mice by injecting AAV-DUSP2 plasmid into the tail vein. Then, proteinuria, urea nitrogen, dsDNA and TNF-α, IL-6, and IL-1β levels were measured in each group of mice. In addition, renal histopathological damage was assessed by hematoxylin–eosin. Finally, STAT3 phosphorylation levels were detected by Western blot assay. The results showed that DUSP2 could reduce proteinuria, urea nitrogen, dsDNA and TNF-α, IL-6, and IL-1β levels and improve renal tissue injury in mice with LN. Mechanistically, DUSP2 inhibited STAT3 phosphorylation. These results demonstrated that DUSP2 played a role in ameliorating LN, which provided potential targets for LN research.
Cinderella’s Family Tree. A Phylomemetic Case Study of ATU 510/511
Authors: Sakamoto Martini Gessica , Kendal Jeremy , Tehrani Jamshid Johari 
Published: July 2023

Abstract
This case study contributes to recent attempts to apply “phylomemetic” methods derived from computational biology to oral traditions, where the aim is to trace the mutation and diversification of folk narratives as they get passed on from generation to generation and spread from society to society. Our study focuses on one of the most famous and widespread tales in the folktale record: Cinderella. Thousands of Cinderella-like stories have been documented from around the world, which folklorists have attempted to classify into different “types” representing distinct, though related, international traditions. The most comprehensive of Cinderella typologies was developed by Anna Birgitta Rooth (1951), who divided the tales into five principal types: A, B, AB, BI and C, and suggested several hypotheses pertaining to their origins and relationships to one another. Here, we test Rooth’s theories on a sample of 266 versions of Cinderella using Bayesian phylogenetic inference, phylogenetic networks (NeighborNet) and a model-based clustering method that was originally designed to elicit population structure from multi-locus genotype data (implemented in the program STRUCTURE). Our results find varying levels of support for the types identified by Rooth, and suggest that mixing among traditions was widespread, especially in Type AB tales. Despite these complexities, it was still possible to delineate and quantify the influence of distinct ancestral sources on the variation observed in contemporary versions of Cinderella. Our study highlights the value and versatility of phylomemetic methods in uncovering the historical relationships among types and sub-types of international folktale, as well as the evolutionary processes that have shaped them.
Application scenario evaluation of modified converter for quadratic Boost high gain DC-DC: taking the constant off time control mode as an example
Authors: Fan Jing , Kang Ming 
Published: July 2023

Abstract
In recent years, due to the energy crisis and serious environmental problems, the use and development of new energy has become the focus of research. Therefore, the application of new energy technologies has increased the demand for direct current to direct current (DC-DC) converters. The improvement of converter capability effectively enhances the functions of DC-DC converters, which makes it easy for secondary converters to meet the requirements of voltage gain, and expands the input voltage range of DC-DC converters, thereby having a good prospect in new energy applications. However, due to the many drawbacks of the quadratic Boost converter, such as pressure rise limitation, high switching stress, in order to reduce the working pressure of the improved quadratic Boost high gain converter and improve its operating performance, it is necessary to optimize it. Based on the application scenario of an modified converter for quadratic Boost high gain DC-DC, and taking the constant off time control method as an example, this paper conducted research to accurately recognize the current status of the converter and improve the utilization efficiency of the converter. In this paper, four groups of traditional converters and two types of improved quadratic Boost high gain DC-DC converters were selected as experimental objects for comparative analysis of images and data. The results showed that the conversion efficiency of the constant off time control method in the modified DC-DC converter based on quadratic high gain was 7.03 % higher than that of the traditional converter, while also improving the conversion efficiency of voltage gain and reducing switching stress, with higher safety. This indicated that the improved DC-DC converter with secondary high gain has better effects and wider application scenarios, thereby better serving new energy systems.
Flavoromics approach in monitoring changes of aroma profiles in rapeseed oils with different fragrance styles caused by frying and heating processes
Authors: Guo Fei , Wang Peng , Li Yang , Bian Qi , Yu Miao , Hou Wenhui , Su Xiaoxia , Wu Jihong 
Published: July 2023

Abstract
In this study, four typical fragrance types of rapeseed oils were investigated under short-term frying of French fries and heating processes. Volatile flavor profiles, aroma compounds, and sensory attributes were evaluated by gas chromatography–mass spectrometry (GC-MS), gas chromatography–olfactory (GC-O), and sensory evaluation. The examination showed 140 volatiles, 28 aroma compounds, as well as 8 sensory attributes were detected. Aldehydes, nitriles, and acids were principal groups in unheated delicate fragrance rapeseed oil (DFRO) and refined rapeseed oil (RRO), as well as nitriles, acids, and heterocycles in unheated strong fragrance rapeseed oil (SFRO) and umami fragrance rapeseed oil (UFRO). During heating process, the total amount of volatiles had significant increases in DFRO and RRO, whereas it was the opposite in SFRO and UFRO. Aldehyde became the most predominant group, with significant increases under thermal treatments. Compared with heated oils, most volatiles presented lower contents in fried oils. Among the volatiles, 24 compounds were formed during heating process and 6 compounds were detected solely in fried oils. Among 8 sensory attributes, the deep-fried flavor attribute was formed in thermal-treated oils. According to the statistical analysis, remarkable differences were observed among unheated and thermal-treated samples, and the differences were diminished under thermal treatments, especially frying process; however, fried SFRO and DFRO still showed obvious distinctions with the others in flavor profiles.
On the verb-raising analysis of non-constituent coordination in Japanese
Authors: Kobayashi Ryoichiro 
Published: July 2023

Abstract
This study argues against the verb-raising analysis of Japanese Non-Constituent Coordination (NCC), and consequently supports an alternative analysis with no recourse to verb movement in Narrow Syntax. I show that the verb-raising analysis under-generates regarding VP-fronting in Japanese. Furthermore, I point out that this analysis makes wrong predictions about the scope between heads and elements inside NCC. I conclude that there is no syntactic V-to-T-to-C verb-raising in Japanese NCC.
Red-emitting phosphors of BaSr2(PO4)2: 4 %Eu3+, 4 %A (A = Li+, Na+, K+) for white LEDs
Authors: Liu Cong , Xing Junshen , Liu Zheng , Feng Wenlin 
Published: July 2023

Abstract
BaSr2(PO4)2: 4 %Eu3+, 4 %A (A = Li+, Na+, K+) phosphors were prepared by high-temperature solid-phase method. The crystal structure, photoluminescence properties, thermal stability, chromaticity coordinates, and fluorescence lifetime of the samples were investigated. The excitation and emission spectra of the samples are broadbands and the maximum peak of the emission spectrum is located at 619 nm. Among three charge compensators, the luminescence intensity is optimal for Li+ co-doping case, and the quenching temperature of the typical sample is about 500 K. the fluorescence lifetime

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is 1469.6 ns, and the chromaticity coordinates exhibit a strong red emission. The present phosphor has a potential application for white light-emitting diodes (LEDs) under the near-ultra violet (n-UV) light excitation.
Exploring the Neural Processes behind Narrative Engagement: An EEG Study
Authors: Dini Hossein , Simonetti Aline , Bruni Luis Emilio 
Published: July 2023

AbstractPast cognitive neuroscience studies using naturalistic stimuli have considered narratives holistically and focused on cognitive processes. In this study, we incorporated the narrative structure, the dramatic arc, as an object of investigation, to examine how engagement levels fluctuate across a narrative-aligned dramatic arc. We explored the possibility of predicting self-reported engagement ratings from neural activity and investigated the idiosyncratic effects of each phase of the dramatic arc on brain responses as well as the relationship between engagement and brain responses. We presented a movie excerpt following the six-phase narrative arc structure to female and male participants while collecting EEG signals. We then asked this group of participants to recall the excerpt, another group to segment the video based on the dramatic arc model, and a third to rate their engagement levels while watching the movie. The results showed that the self-reported engagement ratings followed the pattern of the narrative dramatic arc. Moreover, while EEG amplitude could not predict group-averaged engagement ratings, other features comprising dynamic intersubject correlation (dISC), including certain frequency bands, dynamic functional connectivity patterns and graph features were able to achieve this. Furthermore, neural activity in the last two phases of the dramatic arc significantly predicted engagement patterns. This study is the first to explore the cognitive processes behind the dramatic arc and its phases. By demonstrating how neural activity predicts self-reported engagement, which itself aligns with the narrative structure, this study provides insights on the interrelationships between narrative structure, neural responses, and viewer engagement.
Cryo‐EM structure of antibacterial efflux transporter QacA from Staphylococcus aureus reveals a novel extracellular loop with allosteric role
Authors: Majumder Puja , Ahmed Shahbaz , Ahuja Pragya , Athreya Arunabh , Ranjan Rakesh , Penmatsa Aravind 
Published: July 2023

AbstractEfflux of antibacterial compounds is a major mechanism for developing antimicrobial resistance. In the Gram‐positive pathogen Staphylococcus aureus, QacA, a 14 transmembrane helix containing major facilitator superfamily antiporter, mediates proton‐coupled efflux of mono and divalent cationic antibacterial compounds. In this study, we report the cryo‐EM structure of QacA, with a single mutation D411N that improves homogeneity and retains efflux activity against divalent cationic compounds like dequalinium and chlorhexidine. The structure of substrate‐free QacA, complexed to two single‐domain camelid antibodies, was elucidated to a resolution of 3.6 Å. The structure displays an outward‐open conformation with an extracellular helical hairpin loop (EL7) between transmembrane helices 13 and 14, which is conserved in a subset of DHA2 transporters. Removal of the EL7 hairpin loop or disrupting the interface formed between EL7 and EL1 compromises efflux activity. Chimeric constructs of QacA with a helical hairpin and EL1 grafted from other DHA2 members, LfrA and SmvA, restore activity in the EL7 deleted QacA revealing the allosteric and vital role of EL7 hairpin in antibacterial efflux in QacA and related members.
Verbrechen gegen die Menschlichkeit durch Migrationskontrolle?
Authors: Förster Stine von 
Published: July 2023

In ihrer Arbeit untersucht Stine von Förster das Vorgehen von staatlichen Einsatzkräften bei der Migrationskontrolle in Spanien, Italien, Griechenland und Bulgarien. Dabei steht die völkerstrafrechtliche Relevanz des Umgangs mit Migranten im direkten Zusammenhang mit der irregulären Einreise in die Europäische Union im Fokus. Berücksichtigt werden bei der Betrachtung der Geschehnisse an den Grenzen der südlichen EU-Mitgliedstaaten auch Vorkommnisse auf dem Mittelmeer – also noch vor dem eigentlichen Grenzübertritt – sowie der Umgang mit irregulären Migranten im direkten Anschluss des Grenzübertritts. Hauptgegenstand der Arbeit ist die Frage, ob es bei dem Umgang mit irregulär Migrierenden an den südlichen EU-Außengrenzen zu Verbrechen gegen die Menschlichkeit gemäß Artikel 7 Römisches Statut des Internationalen Strafgerichtshofs durch staatliche Einsatzkräfte kommt.
Mechanism and numerical simulation of a rapid deep-seated landslide in Van Hoi reservoir, Vietnam
Authors: Pham Van Tien , Le Hong Luong , Tran Thanh Nhan , Nguyen Quoc Phi , Phan Trong Trinh , Dinh Thi Quynh , Dao Minh Duc , Nguyen Chau Lan , Nguyen Hai Cuong 
Published: July 2023

At approximately 5:00 AM on December 16, 2016, a rapid and deep-seated landslide was triggered by intense rainfall in the Van Hoi irrigation reservoir in Binh Dinh province, Vietnam. The landslide generated an impulsive wave with a height of approximately 20 m, resulting in severe damage to the reservoir operation station. This study investigated the mechanisms behind the landslide's initiation and simulated its initiation and motion processes through site surveys, ring shear tests, and the LS-RAPID simulation model. The physical tests were conducted on two soil samples from the sliding zone to examine the landslide mechanism. The results indicated that only sample 2 (a sand sample of completely weathered gneiss rock) showed a high level of landslide mobility due to its liquefaction phenomena resulting in a rapid pore water pressure development and a significant strength loss.
In contrast, sample 1 (a silty sand sample of residual soils) did not exhibit this behavior due to its high shear resistance value at a steady state. The findings suggest that the sliding plane of the Van Hoi landslide formed in the completely weathered gneiss layer, and the high mobility level of sample 2 is primarily responsible for its rapid movement. Notably, the LS-RAPID model successfully reproduced the landslide process using the geotechnical properties obtained in the ring shear experiments. The simulation showed that the Van Hoi deep-seated landslide was initiated from the lower middle slope at a critical value of 0.55 for the pore water pressure ratio and traveled at a high velocity of approximately 37.0 m/s. The consistency between the computer simulation results and the on-site evidence and recorded data highlights the reliability of the LS-RAPID model as a tool for assessing landslide hazards.
INFLUENCE OF MODERN STABILIZATION METHODS ON QUALITY VARIETAL WHITE WINES FROM UKRAINIAN BREEDING GRAPE
Authors: Tkachenko O. B. , Suhachenko T.S. , Kananykhina O.M. 
Published: July 2023

Modern winemaking in Ukraine is being significantly transformed and is actively developing. Our state has now turned to the search for its own wines and grape varieties. For international recognition, it is important to develop your case of wines that will be able to show the diversity of wine regions from Southern Bessarabia and the Northern Black Sea Coast to Transcarpathia. There are more and more small winemakers who are experimenting with new varieties, such as Sukholimansky white, Citronny Magaracha, Zagrei, Johanniter, Zvalgate, Solaris, Aromatny, Telti Kuruk and various muscat varieties. The organoleptic profile of such wines should express the varietal characteristics of local grape varieties and the agro-climatic features of the terroir. At the same time, the modern technology of white table wines should be built on the principles of maximum preservation of varietal aroma and minimization of its oxidation during the technological process. The article reflects the results of theoretical studies of literary sources regarding the mechanisms of oxidative processes of various nature in the process of grape processing; the market of modern preparations for stabilizing wine materials is considered. According to the goal, the influence of the use of the enzyme preparation Viazim clarif one on the process of clarifying the wort was investigated. The effect of complex antioxidant pasting of wort with the stepwise application of "Tanal W4", "Polygreen" and "Granula" bentonite on aromatic compounds and the formation of the aromatic profile of the finished product was also studied. At the last stage of research, the organoleptic profile of white wine materials of the studied grape varieties was determined. It was established that the general trend of stabilization processes in modern winemaking is transferred to the wort stage. According to the results of practical tests, in the form of trial pastes of wort, it is proposed to use the enzyme preparation "Viazim clarif one" at the stage of extracting wort; the effect of complex antioxidant pasting of wort with stepwise application of "Tanal W4", "Polygreen" and "Granula" bentonite was studied. Practical recommendations have been developed for winemakers on the application of antioxidant wort pasting for domestic grape varieties Sukholimansky white and Citronny Magaracha, which are now gaining popularity in Ukraine.
LACTOSE-FREE ICE CREAM TECHNOLOGY BASED ON SECONDARY DAIRY RAW MATERIALS
Authors: Trubnikova A. , Chabanova O. , Sharakhmatova T. , Bondar S. , Nedobiichuk T. 
Published: July 2023

Expanding the assortment of lactose-free dairy products, namely, ice cream for people who cannot tolerate lactose is a promising direction of research. The purpose of the work is to develop the technology of milk lactose-free synbiotic yogurt ice cream based on buttermilk protein-lipid concentrate, obtained by ultrafiltration/diafiltration, with the addition of natural flavoring and food additives, and the study of its quality indicators. A protein-lipid concentrate of buttermilk with a low lactose content was obtained by ultrafiltration/diafiltration, and its quality indicators were determined. The concentrate has a high protein content (16.01%) and a low lactose content (1.28%). Protein-lipid concentrate fermented with synbiotic sourdough is the main component included in the formulation of lactose-free synbiotic yogurt ice cream. The main physico-chemical parameters of the obtained fermented protein-lipid concentrate were determined, which ensures a rational content of the main components of the chemical composition in the finished lactose-free ice cream (it does not contain lactose, the protein content is 8.46%) and a high content of useful microflora (bifido- and lactobacilli). A mixture for lactose-free synbiotic yogurt ice cream was obtained according to a scientifically based recipe. A sample of lactose-free ice cream was made from the mixture using traditional technology, and organoleptic, physico-chemical and microbiological quality indicators were investigated. A comparison of the quality indicators of the studied sample with the control, which was taken as classic yogurt ice cream, was carried out. The mass fraction of lactose in samples of lactose-free ice cream is 0,011%. The developed lactose-free synbiotic yogurt ice cream has high probiotic activity (contains lacto- (3.0•108 CFU/g) and bifidobacteria (3.5•109 CFU/g)).