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Directional Cell Migration Guided by a Strain Gradient
Authors: Yang Feiyu , Chen Pengcheng , Jiang Han , Xie Tianfa , Shao Yue , Kim Deok‐Ho , Li Bo , Sun Yubing 
Published: September 2023

AbstractStrain gradients widely exist in development and physiological activities. The directional movement of cells is essential for proper cell localization, and directional cell migration in responses to gradients of chemicals, rigidity, density, and topography of extracellular matrices have been well‐established. However; it is unclear whether strain gradients imposed on cells are sufficient to drive directional cell migration. In this work, a programmable uniaxial cell stretch device is developed that creates controllable strain gradients without changing substrate stiffness or ligand distributions. It is demonstrated that over 60% of the single rat embryonic fibroblasts migrate toward the lower strain side in static and the 0.1 Hz cyclic stretch conditions at ≈4% per mm strain gradients. It is confirmed that such responses are distinct from durotaxis or haptotaxis. Focal adhesion analysis confirms higher rates of contact area and protrusion formation on the lower strain side of the cell. A 2D extended motor‐clutch model is developed to demonstrate that the strain‐introduced traction force determines integrin fibronectin pairs' catch‐release dynamics, which drives such directional migration. Together, these results establish strain gradient as a novel cue to regulate directional cell migration and may provide new insights in development and tissue repairs.
Composite Silica‐Based Films as Platforms for Electrochemical Sensors
Authors: Tananaiko Oksana , Walcarius Alain 
Published: September 2023

AbstractSol‐gel‐derived silica thin films generated onto electrode surfaces in the form of organic‐inorganic hybrid coatings or other composite layers have found tremendous interest for being used as platforms for the development of electrochemical sensors and biosensors. After a brief description of the strategies applied to prepare such materials, and their interest as electrode modifier, this review will summarize the major advances made so far with composite silica‐based films in electroanalysis. It will primarily focus on electrochemical sensors involving both non‐ordered composite films and vertically oriented mesoporous membranes, the biosensors exploiting the concept of sol‐gel bioencapsulation on electrode, the spectroelectrochemical sensors, and some others.
Wildlife professionals' and graduate students' perceptions regarding scientific publishing
Authors: Hernandez‐Rubio Lauren A. , Kaminski Richard M. , Williams Christopher K. 
Published: September 2023

AbstractWithin academia and research, publishing peer‐reviewed articles is expected for dissemination of knowledge and is used as a measure of professional performance. However, few papers have been published on professionals' and graduate students' perceptions of student publication performance, how professionals encourage student publishing, and what types of publication barriers exist for graduate students to publish. In 2019, we emailed a survey to professional and student attendees of the 2013 and 2016 North American Duck symposia as a representative cadre of waterfowl and wildlife biologists. We surveyed 469 professionals and 98 students who attended the symposia. Response rates were 42% and 45% for professionals and students, respectively, and deemed reliable as response rates approached 50%. Fifty percent and 69% of professional respondents indicated they felt frustration motivating their Ph.D. and M.S. students to publish, respectively. Of strategies used to motivate graduate student publishing, 79% of students ranked providing congenial encouragement most effective, while 60% of professionals ranked playing a major role in drafting and editing as most effective. Both professionals and students considered lack of time during and outside work hours as barriers to publishing graduate work. Professionals and students agreed that asking students to sign a contract at time of their initial matriculation may be an effective strategy to publish. Information from this study adds to knowledge on graduate student publishing practices and can be used to improve methods to increase graduate student publication rates in wildlife science and conservation. Similar surveys can be conducted face‐to‐face or remotely at international wildlife and other ecological conferences to broaden application of our results. We encourage students to generate publications from their research by writing separate thesis/dissertation chapters to expedite the publication process.
Potential impacts of land‐management schedules on grassland bird nests and fledglings
Authors: Wolcott Daniel M. , Herkert James R. , Ribic Christine A. , Renfrew Rosalind B. , Sample David W. 
Published: September 2023

AbstractTrade‐offs exist between timing of grassland habitat management activities (e.g., weed and brush control) while also ensuring other conservation objectives (e.g., grassland bird reproductive success) are met. On land set aside for grassland conservation (e.g., lands enrolled in the U.S. Department of Agriculture Conservation Reserve Program and some state and federal wildlife management areas), federal and state agencies set time frames for land management based on avoiding disturbance of grassland bird nests. However, recent calls for considering the needs of dependent fledglings in conservation plans imply a need to evaluate whether current time frames are adequate. We used initiation and end dates for 3,257 nests of 8 obligate grassland bird species in Illinois and Wisconsin and a simulation approach for fledgling survival to estimate the potential proportion of active nests at risk when management (e.g., mowing, fire) occurred on the 1st and 15th day of May, June, July, and August during the breeding season. Management during June had the potential to impact 24–61% of nests, depending on the species. Management during July had the potential to impact 4–52% of nests, depending on the species. If disturbance occurred during August, proportionately few active nests were at risk for any species (0–9% of nests on 1 August, 0–<0.5% on 15 August). Potential proportions of fledglings at risk from management were greatest in July for 7 of the 8 species (7–18%). Our study suggests that on lands where a primary conservation objective is to increase or ensure survival of grassland birds, delaying management activities until August could be beneficial for protecting both grassland bird nests and fledglings.
Relational Citizens-in-becoming – Theoretische Betrachtungen zu einer solidary citizenship aus einer ​kritisch-posthumanistischen Perspektive
Authors: Rinaldi Stefanie 
Published: September 2023

ZusammenfassungIn ihrem Buch Imperiale Lebensweise schlagen Brand und Wissen (2017) im Kontext der multiplen Krise das Konzept einer solidarischen Lebensweise resp. der solidary citizenship vor. Der vorliegende Beitrag geht auf drei Grundgedanken Brands und Wissens ein und verwebt diese mit Kerngedanken des kritischen Posthumanismus nach Rosi Braidotti (u. a. siehe etwa 2014; 2019a; b; 2021). Daraus werden Ideen für eine relational citizenship sowie einer relationalen und affektiven politischen Bildung abgeleitet. Es wird argumentiert, dass diese kritisch-posthumanistische Perspektive auf die politische Bildung dazu beitragen kann, Mensch-Natur-Beziehungen und die Gestaltung des Zusammenlebens in unserer Welt radikal neu zu denken.
CMNet: a novel model and design rationale based on comparison studies and synergy of CNN and MetaFormer
Authors: Yu Haowen , Chen Liming 
Published: September 2023

AbstractConvolutional- and Transformer-based backbone architecture are two dominant, widely accepted, models in computer vision. Nevertheless, it is still a challenge, thus a focus of research, to decide which backbone architecture performs better, and under which circumstances. In this paper, we conduct an in-depth investigation into the differences of the macroscopic backbone design of the CNN and Transformer models with the ultimate purpose of developing new models to combine the strengths of both types of architectures for effective image classification. Specifically, we first analyze the model structures of both models and identified four main differences, then we design four sets of ablation experiments using the ImageNet-1K dataset with an image classification problem as an example to study the impacts of these four differences on model performance. Based on the experimental results, we derive four observations as rules of thumb for designing a vision model backbone architecture. Informed by the experiment findings, we then conceive a novel model called CMNet which marries the experiment-proved best design practices of CNN and Transformer architectures. Finally, we carry out extensive experiments on CMNet using the same dataset against baseline classifiers. Initial results prove CMNet achieves the highest top-1 accuracy of 80.08% on the ImageNet-1K validation set, this is a very competitive value compared to previous classical models with similar computational complexity. Details of the implementation, algorithms and codes, are publicly available on Github: https://github.com/Arwin-Yu/CMNet.
The V angle compliments radiographic assessment of acute acromioclavicular joint dislocations by differentiating between Rockwood types III versus V and by considering dynamic horizontal translation in coronal radiographs
Authors: Vetter Philipp , Eckl Larissa , Bellmann Frederik , Moroder Philipp , Audigé Laurent , Scheibel Markus 
Published: September 2023

AbstractPurposeAcromioclavicular joint (ACJ) dislocations are usually graded radiographically according to Rockwood, but differentiation between Rockwood types III and V may be ambiguous. The potentially clinically relevant horizontal instability is barely addressed in coronal radiographs. It was hypothesized that a new radiologic parameter (V angle) would complement ACJ diagnostics on anteroposterior radiographs by differentiating between cases of Rockwood III and V while also considering the aspect of dynamic horizontal translation (DHT).MethodsNinety‐five patients with acute ACJ dislocations (Rockwood types III and V) were included retrospectively between 2017 and 2020. On anteroposterior views (weightbearing: n = 62, non‐weight‐bearing: n = 33), the coracoclavicular (CC) distance and the newly introduced V angle for assessing scapular orientation were measured bilaterally. This angle is referenced between the spinal column and a line crossing the superior scapular angle and the crossing point between the supraspinatus fossa and the medial base of the coracoid process, reported as the side‐comparative difference (non‐injured side *minus* injured side). DHT on Alexander views was divided into stable, partially unstable or completely unstable.ResultsThe V angle on the injured side alone (mean 50.0°; 95% confidence interval (CI), 48.6°–51.3°) showed no correlation with the side‐comparative CC distance [%] (r = − 0.040; n.s.). Thus, the V angle on the non‐injured side was considered, displaying a normal distribution (n.s.) with a mean of 58.0° (95% CI, 56.6°–59.4°). The side‐comparative V angle showed a correlation with the side‐comparative CC distance (r = 0.83; p < 0.001) and was able to differentiate between Rockwood types III (4.7°; 95% CI, 3.9°–5.5°; n = 39) and V (10.3°; 95% CI, 9.7°–11.0°; n = 56) (p < 0.001). A cut‐off value of 7° had a 94.6% sensitivity and an 82.1% specificity (area under curve, AUC: 0.954; 95% CI, 0.915–0.994). The side‐comparative V angle was greater for cases with complete DHT (8.7°; 95% CI, 7.9°–9.5°; n = 78) than for cases with partial DHT (4.8°; 95% CI, 3.3°–6.3°; n = 16) (p < 0.001). A cut‐off value of 5° showed a sensitivity of 84.6% and a specificity of 66.7% (AUC 0.824; 95% CI, 0.725–0.924).ConclusionThe scapular‐based V angle on anteroposterior radiographs distinguishes between Rockwood types III and V as well as cases with partial or complete DHT.Study designDiagnostic study.Level of evidenceLevel II.
Muscle synergies are associated with intermuscular coherence and cortico-synergy coherence in an isometric upper limb task
Authors: Ortega-Auriol Pablo , Byblow Winston D. , Besier Thor , McMorland Angus J. C. 
Published: September 2023

AbstractTo elucidate the underlying physiological mechanisms of muscle synergies, we investigated long-range functional connectivity by cortico-muscular (CMC), intermuscular (IMC) and cortico-synergy (CSC) coherence. Fourteen healthy participants executed an isometric upper limb task in synergy-tuned directions. Cortical activity was recorded using 32-channel electroencephalography (EEG) and muscle activity using 16-channel electromyography (EMG). Using non-negative matrix factorisation (NMF), we calculated muscle synergies from two different tasks. A preliminary multidirectional task was used to identify synergy-preferred directions (PDs). A subsequent coherence task, consisting of generating forces isometrically in the synergy PDs, was used to assess the functional connectivity properties of synergies. Overall, we were able to identify four different synergies from the multidirectional task. A significant alpha band IMC was consistently present in all extracted synergies. Moreover, IMC alpha band was higher between muscles with higher weights within a synergy. Interestingly, CSC alpha band was also significantly higher across muscles with higher weights within a synergy. In contrast, no significant CMC was found between the motor cortex area and synergy muscles. The presence of a shared input onto synergistic muscles within a synergy supports the idea of neurally derived muscle synergies that build human movement. Our findings suggest cortical modulation of some of the synergies and the consequential existence of shared input between muscles within cortically modulated synergies.
Facelift: Assessment of Total Platysma Muscle Transection to Prevent the Recurrence of Platysmal Bands
Authors: Meningaud Jean-Paul , Pensato Rosita , Pineau Virginie , D’Andrea Luca , Pizza Chiara , Coiante Edoardo , Hersant Barbara , La Padula Simone 
Published: September 2023

Abstract
Introduction
Determining which facelift technique yields the most effective long-term rejuvenation results and ensures optimal stability over time remains a significant question in cosmetic surgery: Does the most invasive surgery lead to the best long-term outcomes? This study aims to evaluate the authors’ approach using total platysma muscle transection to prevent platysma band recurrence, and to provide anatomical observations supporting and justifying their procedure.

Material and Methods
A preliminary study in anatomical basic sciences was conducted to establish the rationale for our method. A prospective single-blind study was conducted, involving eighty patients seeking facial rejuvenation with platysmal band correction. They underwent face and neck-lift procedures with total platysma transection by the same surgeon between May 2013 and May 2016. Cosmetic outcomes were assessed using the Face and Neck-Lift Objective Photo-Numerical Assessment Scale. Scores by three blind evaluators before surgery, at 1 and 5 years postoperatively, were compared using a matched T Test (p < 0.05).

Results
The preliminary anatomical study revealed a consistent anastomotic system between the cervical branch of the facial nerve and the branches of the cervical plexus. Incomplete platysma section during a facelift might contribute to platysma band recurrence. The clinical study demonstrated satisfactory outcomes, with significant overall appearance improvement (p < 0.00001) and no platysma band recurrence. Complication rate was low.

Conclusion
The authors’ technique achieved satisfactory long-term results with minimal complications. However, due to the lengthy operating time and steep learning curve, it should be reserved for highly motivated patients.

Level of Evidence II
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Parking behaviour under the influence of alcohol
Authors: Tank A. , Tietz T. , Loskant J. , Zube K. , Ritz-Timme S. , Hartung B. 
Published: September 2023

AbstractReal-life driving studies evaluating the impact of alcohol influence on the ability to park a car are rare but necessary to assess a possible impairment to drive a car in the event of prosecution. In this study, 29 test persons (13 m, 16 f) completed three test drives with real cars, each made up of three different parking situations. While four test persons remained sober, the majority drank a previously calculated amount of alcohol before the second drive; the aim was to reach a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of 1.1 g/kg. The third drive took place about 2 h later without any further ingestion of alcohol. The impact of BAC on the number of accidents, time needed to finish the drive, the amount of correction moves and quality of the final parking position (in the centre of the parking space) were analysed. Furthermore, pressure measuring films were applied to the test cars, measuring the average pressure and load in the areas of the accident impact. A significant increase of accidents could be noted with rising BAC. While a single accident happened to both sober and drivers under the influence of alcohol, more than one accident was only seen in drivers after the ingestion of alcohol (> 0.63 g/kg). The BAC had no impact on the other considered aspects. Concludingly, more than one impact site or accident while parking a car can serve as an indication for alcohol impairment of the driver at the time of the accident.
Self-Sealing of Boom Clay After Gas Transport
Authors: Gonzalez-Blanco Laura , Romero Enrique , Levasseur Séverine 
Published: September 2023

AbstractIn the geological disposal of high-level radioactive waste in argillaceous rocks, studying the barrier integrity after gas transport and the pathway closure thanks to self-sealing capacity is a crucial aspect for the safety assessment. This paper presents experimental research in Boom Clay (a potential host rock in Belgium) to evaluate the effectiveness of self-sealing and possible fissure reactivation during a second gas invasion event. Initial water permeability under oedometer conditions was first measured on samples at two bedding orientations, being higher the sample with bedding planes parallel to flow, highlighting marked anisotropy. Then, gas injection tests at a constant volume rate were performed. Results indicated that Boom Clay underwent expansion and degradation during gas injection due to the development of fissures that were quantified using microstructural techniques. The computed effective gas permeability was not significantly dependent on bedding orientation and was slightly larger than the initial intrinsic water permeability. The re-saturation of the samples led to a recovery of the initial water permeability for both orientations, replicating the original anisotropy. The microstructural analyses confirmed the gas pathways’ closure, indicating good self-sealing and the regaining of the hydraulic barrier function. However, a small volume of large unconnected pores was detected on undrained unloading before the microstructural study. An additional gas injection after the self-sealing resulted in a higher effective gas permeability and a larger increase in pore volume, suggesting the reopening of fissures generated during the first injection. Finally, the experimental data were compiled within a multi-scale phenomenological model to relate the microstructural information to macroscopic flow transport properties capturing the intrinsic permeability increase on gas invasion and its recovery during self-sealing.
Young Children’s Lives at Domestic Violence Shelters: Mothers’ Perspectives on Their Children’s Experiences
Authors: Arnell Linda , Thunberg Sara 
Published: September 2023

Abstract

Purpose
The aim of this study is to analyze mothers’ narratives about their children’s life situation while living at domestic violence shelters in Sweden. More precisely, the analysis focuses on determining what aspects are highlighted as being most important for the children’s living situation during their stay.

Method
This study is based on interviews with mothers who have experience of living at a domestic violence shelter together with their young child/ren. Thematic analysis was used to analyze the narratives.

Results
The analysis resulted in seven themes important for the children’s lives during their shelter stay. These are: safety, isolation, a child-friendly environment, shared living space, social relations at the shelter, children’s health during their stay, and support at the shelter.

Conclusion
In the narratives, safety was highlighted as the most important issue, and as something that also affects other aspects of the children’s lives during their time at the shelter. A child-friendly environment, access to activities and support, and positive social relations at the shelter are also important. In addition, positive experiences regarding these aspects can be understood to counteract the feeling of isolation and improve children’s ability to process their experiences.
Physico-chemical and pro-wound healing properties of microporous cellulosic sponge from Gleditsia triacanthos pods functionalized with Phytolacca americana fruit extract
Authors: Marinas Ioana Cristina , Gradisteanu Pircalabioru Gratiela , Oprea Eliza , Geana Elisabeta-Irina , Zgura Irina , Romanitan Cosmin , Matei Elena , Angheloiu Marian , Brincoveanu Oana , Georgescu Mihaela , Chifiriuc Mariana Carmen 
Published: September 2023

Abstract
This study aimed to exploit two invasive plant species to develop a novel, multifunctional, bioactive wound dressing based on a microporous cellulosic sponge (CS) from Gleditsia triacanthos pods and functionalizing them with Phytolacca americana fruit extract. The CS was functionalized, lyophilized, and characterized by Attenuated total reflectance–Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy, X-ray diffraction, scanning electron microscopy, contact angle, water absorption, and retention capacity. In addition, two parameters were evaluated in temporal dynamics: controlled release of phenolic compounds and antioxidant activities. The hemolytic index, blood clotting kinetics, lactate dehydrogenase release, and wound scratch assays proved their hemo- and biocompatibility, as well as their ability to promote cell proliferation and migration promoting-activity and to inhibit microbial growth. Furthermore, the obtained spongious material exhibited an anti-inflammatory effect by modulating the macrophages’ secretion profile of IL-6 and IL-10. In conclusion, the microporous cellulosic sponge obtained from G. triacanthos could be used as a vehicle to ensure the controlled release of bioactive principles with pro-wound healing activities extracted from invasive plants.

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