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Laboratory and field evaluation of a new light-emitting-diode-lit quatrefoil light trap for sampling fish early life stages
Authors: Adams Catherine M. , Jones M. Tildon , Hatch Robert , Bestgen Kevin R. 
Published: July 2023

Abstract

Objective
Create and test the effectiveness of a new light-emitting-diode (LED) light trap for sampling early life stages of fishes in relation to a chemical light stick (CL) lit light trap.

Methods
Laboratory experiments compared light intensity of the LED and CL light sources and LED- and CL-lit light trap capture and retention probabilities of Razorback Sucker Xyrauchen texanus and Fathead Minnow Pimephales promelas. Field experiments compared LED- and CL-lit light trap captures of all fishes and Razorback Sucker larvae in both paired and unpaired analysis.

Result
The LED light source had a greater and more stable light intensity over time than the CL light source, and LED-lit traps had similar capture and retention probabilities in laboratory experiments. However, in field experiments LED-lit traps captured more fish and Razorback Sucker than CL-lit traps.

Conclusion
LED-lit light traps are as or more effective at sampling early life stages of fishes compared to CL-lit light traps. Biologists should consider adopting this innovative design to increase sampling effectiveness while eliminating light stick waste.
Responsibilities to the story, campaign(er), and profession: Exploring important considerations shaping Canadian print journalists' coverage of medical crowdfunding campaigns
Authors: Vassell Anika , Crooks Valorie A. , Snyder Jeremy 
Published: July 2023

AbstractMedical crowdfunding is growing in popularity in a number of countries, including Canada. In the crowdfunding context people write and share their own stories. This activity also intersects with conventional news media practices when journalists prepare stories about these campaigns. This intersection raises the question of what are print journalists' responsibilities towards covering human interest stories based on medical crowdfunding campaigns? In this qualitative analysis we explore this question through reporting on interviews conducted with 14 Canadian news media professionals. After transcript review, emergent themes were compared and contrasted across investigators to reach confirmation on the scope and scale of emergent themes. These themes were then contrasted against the existing literature and our research goals to aid in interpreting their significance. Thematic analysis of the interviews identified three key domains of responsibility for journalists, which are: to the story, to the campaign and campaigner, and to their profession.
Optimal tracking control for discrete‐time modal persistent dwell time switched systems based on Q‐learning
Authors: Zhang Xuewen , Wang Yun , Xia Jianwei , Li Feng , Shen Hao 
Published: July 2023

SummaryBased on the Q‐learning, this paper investigates the tracking problem for linear discrete‐time modal persistent dwell time switched systems. The modal persistent dwell time switching rule is introduced to coordinate the switching conditions of each switching subsystems. Moreover, two algorithms are given to realize the optimization of switched systems. Then, the stability and convergence are proved. Finally, a numerical simulation example and a practical example with an electro‐hydraulic system are given to verify the effectiveness of the proposed approach.
Monitoring mAb proteoforms in mouse plasma using an automated immunocapture combined with top‐down and middle‐down mass spectrometry
Authors: Dhenin Jonathan , Lafont Valérie , Dupré Mathieu , Krick Alain , Mauriac Christine , Chamot‐Rooke Julia 
Published: July 2023

AbstractMonoclonal antibodies (mAbs) have established themselves as the leading biopharmaceutical therapeutic modality. Once the developability of a mAb drug candidate has been assessed, an important step is to check its in vivo stability through pharmacokinetics (PK) studies. The gold standard is ligand‐binding assay (LBA) and liquid chromatography‐mass spectrometry (LC‐MS) performed at the peptide level (bottom‐up approach). However, these analytical techniques do not allow to address the different mAb proteoforms that can arise from biotransformation. In recent years, top‐down and middle‐down mass spectrometry approaches have gained popularity to characterize proteins at the proteoform level but are not yet widely used for PK studies. We propose here a workflow based on an automated immunocapture followed by top‐down and middle‐down liquid chromatography‐tandem mass spectrometry (LC‐MS/MS) approaches to characterize mAb proteoforms spiked in mouse plasma. We demonstrate the applicability of our workflow on a large concentration range using pembrolizumab as a model. We also compare the performance of two state‐of‐the‐art Orbitrap platforms (Tribrid Eclipse and Exploris 480) for these studies. The added value of our workflow for an accurate and sensitive characterization of mAb proteoforms in mouse plasma is highlighted.
Parasitoids of the cabbage seed weevil deliver high and consistent parasitism in variable landscapes: A showcase of conservation biocontrol
Authors: Langer Vibeke , Jensen Signe Marie 
Published: July 2023

AbstractBACKGROUNDInsect pest resistance to insecticides and societal pressure to reduce pesticide load has increased oilseed rape (OSR) farmers' motivation to protect and exploit parasitoids for pest control. However, parasitoid presence and parasitism must be made visible to influence farmers' spraying decisions. Parasitism of cabbage seed weevil (CSW) (Ceutorhynchus obstrictus (Marsham)) reduces damage to OSR immediately, making them a good case for demonstrating conservation biocontrol to farmers. We assessed the occurrence and activity of CSW parasitoids in 84 OSR fields over 2 years and identified the impact of associated local landscape factors.RESULTSMean cabbage seed weevil infestation rates were 11% and 10% in 2020 and 2021, and parasitism rates were high in both years (75% and 74%, respectively). Temporal and spatial dynamics of OSR in the landscape surrounding the focal fields were important for both CSW and parasitoid numbers, suggesting a dilution effect for increasing OSR area since the previous year. A multimodel inference analysis showed that OSR‐related factors were important predictors for both the infestation rate of CSW and the number of parasitoids. For parasitoids, protected nature areas and hedgerows were important. Parasitism rates were high and largely unaffected by landscape factors.CONCLUSIONCSW and its parasitoids respond similarly to interannual changes in the OSR resource; in addition, parasitoids benefit from uncropped areas in the surrounding landscape. The complexity of the pest and parasitoid response to landscape factors limits the prospect of designing landscapes for improved pest control by the parasitoids. Parasitoids of CSW may be present as local populations in agricultural landscapes with the potential for consistent and substantial parasitism. © 2023 The Authors. Pest Management Science published by John Wiley & Sons Ltd on behalf of Society of Chemical Industry.
Watershed‐scale mapping of on‐site sanitation‐related environmental issue zones—Case study of Lys River (France and Belgium)
Authors: Fouché‐Grobla Olivier , Arondel Julie , Frot Elisabeth , Nasri Behzad 
Published: July 2023

AbstractIn application of the European Water Framework Directive, the water development and management plan, Schéma d'aménagement et de gestion des eaux (Sage) for the Lys (Lily) watershed area sets out general objectives for the use, development, and quantitative and qualitative protection of water resources and aquatic environments. The Lys Sage issues include the pollution of aquatic media and a provision for reducing the impact of discharges from on‐site sanitation devices. The prioritization of public authority action on on‐site sanitation requires the definition and identification of zones with environmental issues. The objective is to identify priority areas for the rehabilitation of noncompliant on‐site sanitation devices in case of a proven risk of pollution. These zones have been identified and mapped following the development and application of a methodology based on current regulations, feedback, and an innovative approach. It is based on the risk assessment of on‐site sanitation. To do this, a hazard (source hydraulic flow) was crossed with the vulnerability of the environment (target flow impact on stream quality). In addition to vulnerability assessed by the chemical quality of watercourses, the concept of zones of ecological interest was introduced.
Sustainable resource recovery and process improvement in anaerobic digesters using hydrochar: A circular bio‐economic perspective
Authors: Oumabady Sadish , Ramasamy Sangeetha P. , Paul Sebastian S. , Rajagopal Rajinikanth , Obulisamy Parthiba K. , Doherty Rory , Nanukuttan Sree , Bhardwaj Satish K. , Kumaresan Deepak 
Published: July 2023

AbstractHydrothermal carbonization (HTC) is a promising technology for waste valorisation and nutrient recovery to achieve sustainability. HTC converts organic waste into hydrochar, a carbon‐rich solid with numerous surface functionalities that can be used for energy and wastewater treatment. In this review, we highlight the potential of hydrochar‐based technology for improving the performance of anaerobic digestion (AD) systems and downstream applications of nutrient‐laden hydrochar. We identify knowledge gaps in hydrochar production, performance in AD systems and nutrient recovery, including the need for larger‐scale production facilities, multielement adsorption studies, and computational modelling. Techno‐economic analysis and life cycle assessment of hydrochar applications are critical to evaluating the commercial viability of this technology. Overall, hydrochar‐based technology offers a sustainable solution for waste management and resource recovery, with potential socioeconomic benefits for developing economies. The deployment of hydrochar‐based technology will directly address key issues highlighted in the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals such as Clean water and sanitation (SDG 6); Zero hunger (SDG 2); and Climate action (SDG 13) thereby contributing to a more sustainable future.
The effect of metal oxide coating of urea on mineralization in two contrasting soils
Authors: Arachchige Viran Kathri , McBeath Therese M. , Smernik Ronald J. , Hettiarachchi Ganga M. , Khalil Roya 
Published: July 2023

AbstractUrease inhibitors are used to delay the conversion of N supplied to soil as urea to better match the mineral N supply to crop demand. Using soil in petri dishes, we compared the spatial and temporal mineral N dynamics close to the site of urea addition for two soils of contrasting texture—sandy soil (2% clay) and clay soil (51% clay)—treated with N fertilizer products that had the potential to inhibit urease. The treatments included trace metal oxide coatings (ZnO, NiO, and CuO) of granular urea fertilizer,N‐(n‐butyl)thiophosphoric triamide (NBPT; a commercial urease inhibitor) coated urea and uncoated urea. In the sandy soil, NBPT inhibited urea hydrolysis, whereas the metal oxide–coated urea had little effect. Unlike in the sandy soil, the most striking result for the clay soil was the “disappearance” of mineral N in the latter part of the incubation. However, a delay in the disappearance of mineral N, hence a higher recovery, for the NBPT‐urea and CuO‐urea was observed at day 14 in the clay soil presumably due to the slower hydrolysis of urea compared to other treatments. Overall, the study of both spatial and temporal mineral N dynamics in soils supplied with urea fertilizers suggests that CuO‐coated urea could have properties that delay the hydrolysis of urea in certain soils. Given the strongly contrasting outcomes for the two soils, further experiments with soils that span the range of texture between these two extremes are warranted.
A Quenched Fluorescence‐based Assay for Selective Detection of Nitroaromatic Compounds using Pyrene‐Appended Oxacalix[4]arene Host
Authors: Desai Vishv , Vora Manoj , Modi Krunal , Koley Seth Banabithi , Panjwani Falak , Verma Ashu , Patel Nihal , Patel Chirag , Jain Vinod Kumar 
Published: July 2023

AbstractA novel pyrene appended supramolecular assembly (PAOC) has been fabricated by reacting intermediate‐pyren‐1‐ylmethyl 2‐chloroacetate (PMCA) with oxacalix[4]arene and characterized by 1H NMR, 13 C NMR and ESI‐Mass. PAOC works as fluorescent chemosensor for the selective detection of nitroaromatic compounds such as 4‐nitrophenol (4NP) and 2,4,6‐trinitrophenol (TNP). The binding mechanism between PAOC and the analytes were investigated through various spectroscopic techniques, and the results indicate a strong interaction between the two. The fluorescence intensity of PAOC is quenched upon interaction with nitroaromatic compounds due to a photoinduced electron transfer process, which was validated by DFT calculations. The sensor exhibits excellent selectivity and sensitivity towards TNP over other nitroaromatic compounds. The detection limits for TNP and 4NP were found to be 1.6 μM and 1.9 μM, respectively. PAOC's detection results in real water samples are remarkable. This study provides a new approach to develop highly selective and sensitive chemosensor for the detection of nitroaromatic compounds, which have significant environmental and health hazards.
Shape‐Configurable Mesh for Hernia Repair by Synchronizing Anisotropic Body Motion
Authors: Ha Hyunsu , Lee Chan Hee , Lee Kang Suk , Lee Kyubae , Park Jeongeun , Kim Si Yeong , Baek Sewoom , Kang Mi‐Lan , Lee Dong Won , Sung Hak‐Joon 
Published: July 2023

AbstractContinuous progress has been made in elucidating the relationship between material property, device design, and body function to develop surgical meshes. However, an unmet need still exists wherein the surgical mesh can handle the body motion and thereby promote the repair process. Here, the hernia mesh design and the advanced polymer properties are tailored to synchronize with the anisotropic abdominal motion through shape configuration. The thermomechanical property of shape configurable polymer enables molding of mesh shape to fit onto the abdominal structure upon temperature shift, followed by shape fixing with the release of the heat energy. The microstructural design of mesh is produced through finite element modeling to handle the abdominal motion efficiently through the anisotropic longitudinal and transverse directions. The design effects are validated through in vitro, ex vivo, and in vivo mechanical analyses using a self‐configurable, body motion responsive (BMR) mesh. The regenerative function of BMR mesh leads to effective repair in a rat hernioplasty model by effectively handling the anisotropic abdomen motion. Subsequently, the device‐tissue integration is promoted by promoting healthy collagen synthesis with fibroblast‐to‐myofibroblast differentiation. This study suggests a potential solution to promote hernia repair by fine‐tuning the relationship between material property and mesh design.
High‐performance metallic materials for applications in infrastructure and energy sectors
Authors: Afshan Sheida , Li Weiran , Wang Zhenzhou , Bailey Wendell , Wang Yikun 
Published: July 2023

AbstractHigh performance steels, such as stainless steels, have many desirable characteristics that warrant their use in various sectors, including infrastructure and energy applications. This paper is concerned with two of such applications: (i) the use of stainless steel for large‐scale liquid hydrogen storage tanks, which is a requirement for the future hydrogen energy network, and (ii) the use of stainless steel in steel‐framed buildings to enhance their robustness under extreme loading conditions. The paper begins with a discussion of the technical challenges associated with the material behaviour of stainless steel storage tanks under extreme temperature and pressure conditions. It presents and discusses the results of a pilot experimental programme that investigates the mechanical behaviour of stainless steel 304 L material under cryogenic 20 k hydrogen environment. Next, to demonstrate the benefits of the strategic use of stainless steel in the key connection parts of steel‐framed structures, the paper presents the setup for a new test programme that investigates the behaviour of stainless steel beam‐to‐column connections, using A4‐70 bolts and EN1.4301 plates, under a column removal scenario. The numerical modelling prediction results of the specimens are presented, and comparisons with carbon steel counterparts are made and discussed.
Copper‐Catalyzed Aromatic Trifluoromethylation and the Related Transformations
Authors: Amii Hideki 
Published: July 2023

AbstractTrifluoromethylated aromatic compounds (Ar−CF3) are the substances of considerable interest in various industrial fields. The high lipophilicity, strong electron‐withdrawing ability, and characteristic size of trifluoromethyl group are key influences in biologically active molecules. Due to these attractive properties, the benzotrifluoride structural motifs have been widely employed in the design of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, dyes, liquid crystals, and polymers. Therefore, the development of highly efficient methodologies for aromatic trifluoromethylation is of significant importance for wide fields of science and technology. Recently, a great deal of attention has been paid to catalytic protocols to introduce fluoroalkyl groups into aromatic rings selectively. This personal account highlights the copper‐mediated aromatic trifluoromethylation and the related transformations developed by our research group.
Population structure and genetic diversity of Nile tilapia (Oreochromis niloticus) using microsatellite markers from selected water bodies in southwest Ethiopia
Authors: Ahmed Seid Mohammed , Hordofa Bikila , Meressa Beira Hailu , Tamiru Metekia 
Published: July 2023

AbstractBackgroundThe Ethiopian southwest drainage has been designated a huge potential for fishery and aquaculture development. However, the genetic diversity of Nile tilapia along the main water bodies has yet to be uncovered. Therefore, this study used microsatellite markers to assess the genetic structure and diversity of Nile cichlid (Oreochromis niloticus) populations.MethodsOne hundred and sixty‐seven fish were collected from Alwero Dam, Baro River, Gilgel Gibe I Dam and Gojeb River southwest of Ethiopia. Genomic DNA was extracted from 40 tissue samples using a Qiagen DNA tissue extraction kit and genetic polymorphism was estimated using GenAlEx6.502 software.ResultsThe result showed that four loci were polymorphic and produced 3–6 alleles per locus, while the number of effective alleles (Ne) and the number of distinct alleles (Na) were 1.370 and 2.063, respectively. Observed heterozygosity (Ho) and expected heterozygosity (He) were expanded between 0.100.50 and 0.115–0.265, respectively. Baro River population revealed the highest mean expected heterozygosity of 0.265, whereas the lowest expected mean heterozygosity of 0.115 was from the Alwero Dam. The genetic differentiation between populations (FST) resulted in a moderate to a very high degree of divergence between the populations. The Alwero Dam and Gojeb River populations were the most divergent populations (FST = 0.524), unlike those from the Alwero Dam and Baro River. The genetic variation among individuals within populations was 69%, whereas 31% appeared among populations and no variation within individuals to the overall variance.ConclusionThis study confirmed the presence of significant genetic variations and differentiation among populations except between Gilgel Gibe I Dam and Gojeb River. This study highlights the genetic structure and differentiation amongst wild Nile tilapia (O. niloticus) populations in south‐western Ethiopia and paves the way for selective aquaculture breeding programs in the study area.
“Not what we signed up for”: Nurse shortages, physician scarcity, and time for collective bargaining?
Authors: Mayes Rick , Muir K. Jane , Pingali Hema 
Published: July 2023

AbstractThe amount of distress and disengagement among many nurses and physicians has reached concerning levels in recent years. The result has been acute nurse shortages, significant increases in travel nursing, more physicians working fewer hours and retiring early, and urgent calls for change and reform. This analysis surveys many of the leading systemic contributors to nurse and physician demoralization. As the healthcare sector continues to experience more consolidation and increased investment by private equity and other corporate interests, physicians are increasingly becoming employees with similar forms of employment arrangements and pressures that nurses have had for decades. They are also becoming employees of the same larger health systems, hospitals, and corporate employers. These trends are leading to a convergence in the kind and intensity of pressures and problems that nurses and physicians face. As more medical residents and fellows increasingly turn to unionization and as growing numbers of nurses have gone on strike, both professions should consider the potential benefits of joining forces for the purposes of maintaining the autonomy they have left and to push for better conditions both for themselves and the patients for whom they care.
Proteostasis regulation through ribosome quality control and no‐go‐decay
Authors: Alagar Boopathy Lokha Ranjani , Beadle Emma , Garcia‐Bueno Rico Aitana , Vera Maria 
Published: July 2023

AbstractCell functionality relies on the existing pool of proteins and their folding into functional conformations. This is achieved through the regulation of protein synthesis, which requires error‐free mRNAs and ribosomes. Ribosomes are quality control hubs for mRNAs and proteins. Problems during translation elongation slow down the decoding rate, leading to ribosome halting and the eventual collision with the next ribosome. Collided ribosomes form a specific disome structure recognized and solved by ribosome quality control (RQC) mechanisms. RQC pathways orchestrate the degradation of the problematic mRNA by no‐go decay and the truncated nascent peptide, the repression of translation initiation, and the recycling of the stalled ribosomes. All these events maintain protein homeostasis and return valuable ribosomes to translation. As such, cell homeostasis and function are maintained at the mRNA level by preventing the production of aberrant or unnecessary proteins. It is becoming evident that the crosstalk between RQC and the protein homeostasis network is vital for cell function, as the absence of RQC components leads to the activation of stress response and neurodegenerative diseases. Here, we review the molecular events of RQC discovered through well‐designed stalling reporters. Given the impact of RQC in proteostasis, we discuss the relevance of identifying endogenous mRNA regulated by RQC and their preservation in stress conditions.This article is categorized under:
RNA Turnover and Surveillance > Turnover/Surveillance Mechanisms
Translation > Regulation
Prostate Cancer Detection Using a Transformer-Based Architecture and Radiomic-Based Postprocessing
Authors: Mitura Jakub , Jóźwiak Rafał , Mykhalevych Ihor , Gorbenko Iryna , Sobecki Piotr , Lorenc Tomasz , Tupikowski Krzysztof 
Published: July 2023

AbstractThe detection of prostate cancer is an important challenge for medical personnel. To improve the medical system’s ability to process increasing numbers of oncological patients, demand for automation systems is growing. At the National Information Processing Institute, such systems are undergoing active development. In this work, the authors present the results of a pilot study whose goal is to analyze possible directions in the development of new, advanced deep learning systems using a high quality dataset that is currently in development.