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Short‐term response of an abyssal macrofaunal community to a simulated phytodetrital pulse in the Cabo Verde Abyssal Basin, Northeast Tropical Atlantic Ocean
Authors: Gaurisas Daniela Y. , de Jonge Daniëlle S. W. , Alves Fernanda M. M. , Smith Alycia J. , Sweetman Andrew K. , Bernardino Angelo F. 
Published: January 2025

AbstractAbyssal ecosystems comprise more than 50% of the Earth's area and constitute an important reservoir in the global carbon cycle. With ocean productivity expected to decrease due to global warming, these ecosystems could face significant impacts in the coming decades. Benthic macrofauna are a key component of the seafloor carbon and nitrogen cycles, but limited in situ measurements result in high global uncertainty on the rates of metazoan C assimilation at abyssal depths. We sampled the macrofaunal community at the Cabo Verde Abyssal Basin (CVAB), finding a higher abundance of macrofaunal organisms (polychaetes and crustaceans) compared to other abyssal basins of the Atlantic Ocean. We assessed their short‐term response to a simulated phytodetrital pulse during a two‐day tracer in situ experiment at 4200 m depth. 13C and 15N‐labeled diatoms were used as a food source, and the uptake of these elements by the macrofaunal community was quantified. Results showed that surface deposit feeding polychaetes contributed the most to the biomass (75%) and C and N uptake (70% and 83%), revealing their importance to organic matter cycling in the abyss. Enrichment was modest in most macrofauna; however, the uptake of labeled diatoms by some organisms was detected after 48 h. Our findings suggest that CVAB might receive more pelagic input than other abyssal basins underlying oligotrophic regimes. This study establishes a baseline for both macrofauna characterization and benthic ecosystem functioning in abyssal sediments around Cabo Verde and underscores the crucial role of macrofaunal‐sized benthic organisms in C uptake and assimilation within the tropical abyssal Atlantic.
Characterization of Thin Polymer Layer Prepared from Liposomes and Polyelectrolytes for TGF‐β3 Release in Tissue Engineering
Authors: Meier Nils , Berten‐Schunk Leonie , Roger Yvonne , Hänsch Robert , Hoffmann Andrea , Bunjes Heike , Dempwolf Wibke , Menzel Henning 
Published: January 2025

AbstractImplant‐integrated drug delivery systems that enable the release of biologically active factors can be part of an in situ tissue engineering approach to restore biological function. Implants can be functionalized with drug‐loaded nanoparticles through a layer‐by‐layer assembly. Such coatings can release biologically active levels of growth factors. Sustained release is desired for many in vivo applications. The layer‐by‐layer technique also allows for the addition of extra layers, which can serve as “barriers” to delay the release. Electrospun Polycaprolactone (PCL) fiber mats are modified with a Chitosan (CS) grafted with PCL sidechains (CS‐g‐PCL24) and coated with transforming growth factor beta 3 (TGF‐β3) loaded Chitosan/tripolyphosphate nanoparticles as a drug delivery system. Additional layers including polystyrene sulfonate, alginate, carboxymethyl cellulose, and liposomes (phosphatidylcholine) are applied. Streaming potential and X‐ray photoelectron spectroscopy (XPS) measurements indicated a strong interpenetration of the chitosan and polyanion layers, while liposomes formed separate layers, which are more promising for sustained release. All samples release TGF‐β3 at different cumulative levels without altering release kinetics. Variations in layer structure, interpenetration, and stability depending on the chitosan used are observed, which ultimately has minimal impact on the release kinetics. Polyelectrolyte layers strongly interpenetrated the active layers and therefore do not act as effective diffusion barriers, while the liposome layer, though separated, lacked sufficient stability.
Human Vs Machine: How Does Production Mode Influence Consumers' Perception of Price Unfairness?
Authors: Song Xiaobing , He Xianan , Huo Da 
Published: January 2025

ABSTRACTCompanies are under greater pressure than ever to charge higher prices to consumers, which could induce an increased perception of price unfairness. However, the role of production mode (handmade vs. machine‐made) in the formation of this negative perception remains unclear. In this research, we examine the relationship between production mode and consumers' perceptions of price unfairness when price increases. We analyze this relationship by testing the serial mediating roles of perceived cost controllability and profit inference and the moderating roles of communication of pricing justification and perceived corporate social responsibility (CSR). We observe that consumers perceive price increases of machine‐made products to be more unfair than those of handmade products because of the former's greater perceived cost controllability and greater profit inference. Furthermore, the effect of production mode on the perception of price unfairness is attenuated when firms actively reveal their reasons for price increases and disclose firms' socially responsible behavior.
Localized Deformation Analysis of a 3D Micropolar Modified Cam‐Clay Model
Authors: Hofer Paul , Neuner Matthias , Hofstetter Günter 
Published: January 2025

ABSTRACTIn classical continuum constitutive models, the loss of ellipticity of the governing rate equilibrium equations entails localizing deformations and mesh sensitivity in finite element simulations. Extensions of such models, rooted in the micromorphic continuum, aim at remedying mesh sensitivity by introducing length scales into the constitutive formulation. The micropolar continuum constitutes a special case of the micromorphic continuum and is commonly employed for remedying mesh sensitivity accompanying shear band failure. However, localizing deformations in the micropolar continuum remains largely unexplored. This study aims to investigate the conditions for localizing deformations in the micropolar continuum and to highlight their implications for 2D and 3D finite element simulations. To this end, we propose a micropolar extension of the modified Cam‐clay model formulated in a three‐dimensional infinitesimal elastoplastic framework and establish its localization characteristics following a method recently presented for the classical Cauchy–Boltzmann continuum. Investigations at the constitutive level highlight the stabilizing effect of the micropolar extension, which is increased both by the presence of couple stresses as well as by increasing the Cosserat couple modulus. Simulations at the structural level exhibit good agreement with the results obtained at the constitutive level and indicate that the Cosserat couple modulus required for adequately regularizing the structural response depends on the level of modal dilatancy. Even though localized failure is commonly regarded to be restricted to opening modes, we find mesh‐sensitive structural behavior also in cases where the expected maximum modal dilatancy is far from unity.
Preparing to mass produce photonic devices
Authors: Jordan Scott , Vorndran Stefan 
Published: January 2025

AbstractOver more than a half century, the pace of innovation in electronic communication and computing has consistently increased, giving rise to progressively smaller silicon microchips with enhanced processing power. This achievement is attributed to the exponential growth in the density of integrated circuit (IC) transistors, a development predicted by Intel co‐founder Gordon Moore in 1965 and commonly called Moore's Law. However, there are inherent limits to reducing the physical feature size of silicon structures before quantum effects start influencing their functionality.
Characterization and variability of PROMIS‐10 scores with physical therapy in knee osteoarthritis: A retrospective review
Authors: Malik George R. , Cheng Jennifer , Rothman Rachel , Leupold Olivia , Jawetz Shari , Prather Heidi 
Published: January 2025

AbstractBackgroundKnee osteoarthritis (OA) and its impairments affect patients' physical and mental health. Radiographically severe knee OA is believed to respond less to conservative treatments including physical therapy (PT) but has not been compared specifically with Patient‐Reported Outcomes Measurement Information System (PROMIS)‐10.ObjectiveTo correlate baseline PROMIS‐10 physical and mental health scores in patients undergoing PT for knee OA, subgrouped by radiographic severity (Kellgren–Lawrence [KL] grade and number of knee compartments involved). Additionally, to describe the relationship between radiographic severity of knee OA and the change in PROMIS‐10 scores post‐PT.DesignRetrospective review.SettingOutpatient musculoskeletal clinics at an orthopedic specialty hospital.Patients (or Participants)One hundred nine patients (age ≥ 18 years) who presented for evaluation of knee OA from April 1, 2019 to August 1, 2021, had baseline radiographs, underwent PT, and completed PROMIS‐10 at baseline and follow‐up.InterventionsPT.Main Outcome Measure(s)PROMIS‐10 physical and mental health scores.ResultsParticipants were 60% female; average age was 66.6 ± 10.0 years. Baseline PROMIS‐10 physical and mental health scores averaged 44.4 ± 7.2 and 52.8 ± 9.0. Post‐PT PROMIS‐10 physical and mental health scores averaged 44.7 ± 6.7 and 52.6 ± 8.7. Physical health scores improved in 39% of patients; mental health scores improved in 36% of patients (no statistical significance). There was no relationship between post‐PT PROMIS‐10 scores and radiographic severity of knee OA. Females exhibited osteoarthritic changes in all compartments in 72% of cases compared to 55% of males (p = .020). Females demonstrated a higher predisposition for lateral compartment involvement (83% vs. 64%; p = .021) and a higher proportion of severe OA, radiographically, with a KL grade 3–4 (92% vs. 80%; p = .051).ConclusionsMore than one third of patients with knee OA reported improved physical and mental health post‐PT. The degree of benefit did not relate to radiographic severity. Although OA is characterized by radiographic measurements, there are variables beyond the radiographic imaging that may affect patient outcomes.
Expression of NKp46 and other activating inhibitory receptors on uterine endometrial NK cells in females with various reproductive failures: A review
Authors: Mai Chuxian , Fukui Atsushi , Saeki Shinichiro , Takeyama Ryu , Yamaya Ayano , Shibahara Hiroaki 
Published: January 2025

AbstractBackgroundUterine endometrial natural killer (uNK) cells represent major leukocytes in the mid‐secretory phase of the cell cycle, and their number is further increased during early pregnancy. The activating and inhibitory receptors expressed on their surface mediate various functions of uNK cells, such as cytotoxicity, cytokine production, spiral artery remodeling, and self‐recognition.MethodsThis study reviewed the most recent information (PubMed database, 175 articles included) regarding the activating and inhibitory receptors on uNK cells in human females with healthy pregnancies and the evidence indicating their significance in various reproductive failures.Main FindingsNumerous studies have indicated that the natural cytotoxic receptors, killer cell immunoglobulin‐like receptors, and C‐type lectin receptors, particularly those expressed on uNK cells, play crucial roles in successful pregnancy.ConclusionAs studies on human uNK cells are limited owing to the low availability of fertile samples, and the extrapolation of animal models has certain limitations, the in vivo role of uNK cells has not yet been fully elucidated. However, immunotherapies focusing on modulating uNK cell function have been controversial in terms of pregnancy outcomes. Further research is required to elucidate the role of uNK cells in reproduction.
Privacy‐Preserving Average Consensus via Pulse‐Coupled Oscillators
Authors: Wang Zhenqian , Miao Jinxin , Li Hongchao 
Published: January 2025

ABSTRACTAverage consensus is a cornerstone of distributed systems, facilitating essential functionalities such as distributed information fusion, decision‐making, and decentralized control. Achieving average consensus typically relies on explicit exchanges of state and identity information among neighboring nodes. This reliance poses a risk of exposing sensitive information, leading to unpredictable data leakage. Therefore, it is imperative to implement privacy‐preserving mechanisms within average consensus protocols. However, existing privacy‐preserving approaches primarily focus on protecting the initial states of all nodes, compromising the identity information of the nodes. This vulnerability can be particularly problematic in scenarios where preserving identity information is paramount. In this paper, we propose a novel pulse‐coupled oscillator‐based privacy‐preserving average consensus algorithm. Unlike traditional methods that exchange explicit state information through data packet transmission, our approach utilizes simple, identical, and content‐free pulses. This method not only enhances the preservation of identity information but is also well‐suited for hostile communication environments, such as during jamming attacks that disrupt data packet transmission. Furthermore, our algorithm does not necessitate synchronized clocks among all nodes, enhancing its suitability for practical applications. Numerical simulations are presented to validate the effectiveness of our theoretical results.
Data‐Driven Adaptive Cooperative Output Regulation for Completely Unknown Linear Multi‐Agent Systems Based on Finite Length Data
Authors: Chen Hong , Liang Dong , Wang Chaoli , Tian Engang 
Published: January 2025

ABSTRACTWith respect to complex control systems, traditional model‐dependent methods are increasingly challenged, particularly when system models are unknown or intractable. Moreover, most past research has focused on systems that are partially or fully known. In this technical paper, a data‐driven paradigm is employed to investigate the cooperative output regulation problem (CORP) for completely unknown linear heterogeneous discrete multi‐agent systems (MASs). Input and state information are utilized to design effective control strategies and a novel data‐based algorithm is proposed with finite length data. An adaptive observer is designed to estimate the exosystem state, with only the leader's children having access to the unknown leader's system matrix. To address the challenge of unknown dynamics, the CORP is transformed into a linear quadratic regulation (LQR) problem by solving the regulation equation. Compared with the reinforcement learning method, the closed‐form optimal control gain is obtained directly from the relevant data without the need for an initial stabilization controller or iterative calculation. Simulation results validate the proposed scheme's effectiveness.
Empirical modeling of torsional strength in reinforced concrete beams using iterated local search with semantic cluster operator
Authors: Jeong Hoseong , Ju Hyunjin , Kim Kang Su 
Published: January 2025

AbstractThis study conducted a data‐based analysis on the impact of a feature and empirical modeling to increase the accuracy of analytical models related to torsional strength. The torsional strength data of 324 plain and reinforced concrete beams were collected from previous studies, which included data from specimens with various cross‐sectional sizes, material strengths, reinforcement ratios, and cover thicknesses. The data was clustered to analyze the effect of each feature, and the importance of each feature was derived using the Shapley additive explanations technique. An iterated local search using a semantic cluster operator was used to derive simple and highly accurate empirical models to predict the torsional strength. The proposed models predicted the ultimate strength by multiplying the contribution of concrete and transverse reinforcement, contrary to the current codes, and showed better accuracy than the existing models.
Coronary artery calcification progression and renal involvement in patients with systemic lupus erythematosus: a longitudinal cohort study
Authors: Zinglersen Lise , Zinglersen Amanda Hempel , Myhr Katrine Aagaard , Hermansen Marie-Louise , Kofoed Klaus Fuglsang , Fuchs Andreas , Diederichsen Louise P. , Jacobsen Søren 
Published: January 2025

Abstract
To investigate if progression of coronary artery calcification (CAC) in patients with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) is associated with renal and traditional cardiovascular risk factors as well as incidence of myocardial infarctions. CAC progression was evaluated by cardiac computed tomography (CT) at baseline and after 5 years. Multivariable Poisson regression was applied to investigate associations between CAC progression and baseline values for traditional cardiovascular risk factors, CAC, SLE disease duration, lupus nephritis, and renal function. Regarding renal function, three groups were defined based on eGFR. Further, we analysed association between CAC progression and myocardial infarction during follow-up. Of the 147 SLE patients, 99 had cardiac CT at baseline and 5-year follow-up, with a total of 502 patient-years. At baseline, their median age was 47 years, median SLE disease duration was 14 years, 88% were women, 58% had lupus nephritis, and the median eGFR was 99 mL/min/1.73m2. 38/99 (39%) had CAC progression. CAC progression was associated with smoking (ever) (relative risk [RR] 1.69, CI95% 1.19–2.40), SLE disease duration (RR per year 1.03, CI95% 1.01–1.04), and CAC presence (RR 2.52, CI95% 1.68–3.78) at baseline. During follow-up, myocardial infarction occurred in three (7.9%) CAC progressors and in two (3.3%) patients who did not have CAC at any time (RR 2.1, CI95% 0.0-5.5). In this study, progression of CAC was associated with smoking, SLE disease duration and the prior presence of CAC, but it was inconclusive as to associations with renal involvement and incidence of MI.
A retrospective analysis of medications associated with pityriasis rosea reported in the FDA adverse events reporting system
Authors: Mashoudy Kayla D. , Ye-Tay Joselyn , Nouri Keyvan 
Published: January 2025

Abstract
Pityriasis rosea (PR) is an acute exanthematous disease with an uncertain physiopathology, increasingly recognized as potentially drug induced. This study aims to investigate medication triggers associated with PR by analyzing cases reported in the FDA Adverse Event Reporting System (FAERS) database. A retrospective review of 343 PR cases reported in the FAERS database from January 1, 1998, to March 31, 2024, was conducted. Reporting odds ratios (ROR) were calculated to assess associations between PR and specific drug classes, including tumor necrosis factor (TNF) inhibitors and angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors. Logistic regression analysis evaluated the influence of factors such as sex, age group, and seriousness of outcomes on the occurrence of PR. Females represented 56.3% of cases and the 18–64 age group comprised 55.4% of cases. TNF inhibitors were significantly associated with PR (ROR = 4.1881 [3.1970–5.4865], P < 0.0001), particularly infliximab (ROR = 6.5284 [3.9523–10.7837], P < 0.0001), etanercept (ROR = 3.4921 [2.2873–5.3315], P < 0.0001), and adalimumab (ROR = 3.086 [2.0213–4.7115], P < 0.0001). ACE inhibitors were also associated with PR (ROR = 9.9808 [6.0423–16.4864], P < 0.0001), with higher odds in older patients (OR 14.08 [4.2–47.2], P < 0.0001) and those reporting serious outcomes (OR 9.53 [1.24–72.99], P = 0.03). Based on the FAERS, there has been a consistent rise in PR cases, with TNF inhibitors and ACE inhibitors being associated medication classes tied to PR. Given the limited literature on drug-related triggers and patient demographics, we aimed to highlight the characteristics of PR cases that could enhance awareness and inform better clinical outcomes for affected patients.
Age and evolution of the lithospheric mantle beneath the Grib kimberlite (NW Russia)
Authors: Smit Karen V. , Agasheva Elena V. , Woodland Sarah , Pearson D. Graham 
Published: January 2025

Abstract
The Grib kimberlite in NW Russia erupted into a poorly defined cratonic region along the White Sea coast. This region is part of the East European (or Baltica) Super-Craton that is comprised of several cratonic nuclei, including the Kola, Karelian and Murmansk. The eastern extent of the Kola-Karelian-Murmansk cratonic regions is uncertain due to a lack of exposed basement crust. We analysed olivine from a suite of 17 peridotite xenoliths from the Grib kimberlite in NW Russia for their Re-Os isotopic compositions and platinum-group elements (PGE) contents. Os isotopic compositions range from unradiogenic (below the present-day 187Os/188Os of the primitive upper mantle, i.e., < 0.1296) to values more radiogenic than any estimate of the primitive upper mantle (PUM). We observed no correlation between the amount of melt depletion reflected by olivine Mg# [100 × molar Mg/(Mg + Fe)] and the most unradiogenic Os isotopic composition measured in the inclusions within olivine. Samples with unradiogenic 187Os/188Os have similar PGEN patterns (where the subscript N indicates normalisation to CI chondrite), that are typical for depleted cratonic peridotites, with depletion in PdN and ReN compared to the iridium-group (I)-PGEN (Os, Ir, Ru). Only one Grib peridotite xenolith has an Archaean TRD age of 3.27 ± 0.37 Ga. The majority of Grib peridotite xenoliths have Proterozoic TRD ages between 2.5 and 1.2 Ga. Three olivines have 187Os/188Os between 0.136 and 0.316, more radiogenic than present-day PUM. Geothermobarometry of Grib peridotite xenoliths show that the local lithospheric mantle is between 210 and 240 km thick, with diamond stability below 130 km. Overall, the majority of mantle lithosphere beneath this portion of the East European (or Baltica) Super-Craton has a minimum age between 2.5 and 1.2 Ga suggesting significant lithosphere modification during Proterozoic rifting and subduction/accretion events.