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Remote sensing and environmental assessment of wetland ecological degradation in the Small Sanjiang Plain, Northeast China
Authors: Sun Yuxin , Wu Genghong , Mao Mingjiang , Duan Xuanyu , Hu Jihan , Zhang Yangyang , Xie Yidan , Qiu Xincai , Gong Wenfeng , Liu Tao , Liu Tiedong 
Published: July 2023

IntroductionThe plain marsh wetland ecosystems are sensitive to changes in the natural environment and the intensity of human activities. The Sanjiang Plain is China’s largest area of concentrated marsh wetland, the Small Sanjiang Plain is the most important component of the Sanjiang Plain. However, with the acceleration of the urbanization and development of large-scale agricultural reclamation activities in the Small Sanjiang Plain in Northeast China, the wetland has been seriously damaged. In light of this degradation this study examines the Small Sanjiang Plain.MethodsFrom the four aspects of area, structure, function, and human activities, we try to construct a wetland degradation comprehensive index (WDCI) in cold region with expert scoring methods and analytic hierarchy process (AHP), coupled with network and administrative unit. The objective was to reveal the degradation of wetlands in Northeast China over three decades at a regional scale.ResultsThe results showed that (1) the overall wetland area decreased between 1990 and 2020 by 39.26×103 hm2. Within this period a significant decrease of 336.56×103 hm2 occurred between 1990 and 200 and a significant increase of 214.62×103 hm2 occurred between 2010 and 2020. (2) In terms of structural changes, the fractal dimension (FRAC) has the same trend as the Landscape Fragmentation Index (LFI) with little change. (3) In terms of functional changes, the average above-ground biomass (AGB) increased from 1029.73 kg/hm2 to 1405.38 kg/hm2 between 1990 and 2020 in the study area. (4) In terms of human activities, the average human disturbance was 0.52, 0.46, 0.57 and 0.53 in 1990, 2000, 2010 and 2020, with the highest in 2010. (5) The composite wetland degradation index shows that the most severe wetland degradation was 49.61% in 2010 occurred between 1990 and 2020. (6) Among the severely deteriorated trajectory types in 2010–2020, mild degradation → serious degradation accounted for the largest area of 240.23×103 hm2, and the significant improvement trajectory type in 1990–2000 accounted for the largest area of 238.50×103 hm2.DiscussionIn brief, we conclude that the degradation of the Small Sanjiang Plain wetland was caused mainly by construction, overgrazing, deforestation, and farmland reclamation. This study can also provide new views for monitoring and managing wetland degradation by remote sensing in cold regions.
Resilience to depression: the role of benevolent childhood experiences in a South African sample
Authors: Somefun Oluwaseyi Dolapo , Theron Linda , Höltge Jan , Ungar Michael 
Published: July 2023

BackgroundStudies elsewhere show that benevolent childhood experiences (BCEs) have protective mental health value. However, this protective value has never been investigated in an African context. Given the need to better understand what might support mental health resilience among African young people, this study explores the relationship between BCEs and depressive symptoms among a South African sample of young adults living in a community dependent on the economically volatile oil and gas industry.MethodsA sample of young adults in an oil and gas community in South Africa (N = 313, mean age 20.3 years, SD = 1.83, range from 18 to 26; majority Black African) completed self-report questionnaires to assess BCEs and depressive symptoms (Beck Depression Inventory-II). The analysis controlled for socio-demographics and experience of family adversity. Multinomial logistic regressions were used to examine the association of BCEs with depressive symptoms using STATA 17.ResultsThe majority (86.4% of the sample) reported all 10 BCEs. Of the 10 BCEs, having at least one good friend was the most reported (94%) compared to 75% of the sample reporting having a predictable home routine, such as regular meals and a regular bedtime. The unadjusted multinomial logistic regression analysis indicated that having at least one good friend, comforting beliefs, and being comfortable with self were associated with lower odds of moderate depression. The adjusted results showed no association between BCEs and the depression of young adults in this sample.ConclusionIn this South African sample, our results do not show protective associations between BCEs and depression. This could be as a result of the homogeneity in our sample. It is also possible that the BCEs explored could not counteract the effect of chronic risk factors in the lives of the young people in this study context. Further research is needed to understand this complexity.
Determinants of birth registration in sub-Saharan Africa: evidence from demographic and health surveys
Authors: Aboagye Richard Gyan , Okyere Joshua , Seidu Abdul-Aziz , Ahinkorah Bright Opoku , Budu Eugene , Yaya Sanni 
Published: July 2023

BackgroundBirth registration is a crucial aspect of ensuring that children have access to their rights and benefits, including health care, education, and citizenship. In sub-Saharan Africa (SSA), birth registration rates remain low, with millions of children going unregistered each year. Understanding the predictors of birth registration among children in this sub-region is important for developing targeted interventions to improve registration rates. The study examines the predictors of birth registration among children in SSA.MethodsWe performed a cross-sectional analysis of secondary data pooled from the Demographic and Health Survey of 17 countries conducted from 2015 to 2021. A weighted sample of 162,500 children was included in the final analysis. We summarized the proportion of birth registration among children in SSA using a forest plot. We utilized a multilevel binary logistic regression analysis to examine the predictors of birth registration. The results were presented using adjusted odds ratios (aOR) with 95% confidence intervals (CIs).ResultsWe found that 48.32% [48.15–48.49] of births in SSA were registered. The lowest and highest prevalence of birth registration were found in Ethiopia (2.70 [2.38–3.02]) and Sierra Leone (92.93 [92.36–93.50]), respectively. Increasing child’s age was found to be significantly associated with a higher likelihood of birth registrations, with those aged 4 years [aOR = 1.55; CI = 1.49, 1.62] having the highest odds of birth registration compared to those aged below 1 year. Children born to mothers with primary [aOR = 1.17; CI = 1.11, 1.24], secondary [aOR = 1.44; CI = 1.34, 1.54], and higher education [aOR = 1.71; CI = 1.48, 1.99] were more likely to be registered than those born to mothers who had no formal education. Also, children born in health facilities were more likely to be registered [aOR = 1.60; CI = 1.48, 1.74] than those born at home. The odds of birth registration were significantly higher among children whose mothers received assistance during delivery [aOR = 1.88; CI = 1.72, 2.04], those in the richest wealth index [aOR = 3.91; CI = 3.54, 4.33], and those in rural areas [aOR = 1.92; CI = 1.76, 2.10].ConclusionThere is low childbirth registration coverage in SSA. The predictors of this phenomenon are the child’s age, maternal level of education, wealth index, place of residence, sub-region, maternal age, place of delivery, assistance during delivery, marital status, and sex of household head. Interventions and policies developed to improve childbirth registration coverage in SSA should prioritize mothers with no formal education, those who deliver at home, those with low socioeconomic status, those living in female headed household, and adolescent mothers.
The relationships between burnout, general wellbeing, and psychological detachment with turnover intention in Chinese nurses: a cross-sectional study
Authors: Zhang Fengzhi , Lin Chunhui , Li Xiaoxue , Li Manman , Jia Ruolin , Guo Xiaoli , Bai Hua 
Published: July 2023

BackgroundIt is critical to minimize nurse turnover to improve the quality of care and patient safety. In-depth investigation is required to better understand the factors related to nurses' turnover intentions.AimThis study aimed to determine the relationships between burnout, general wellbeing, and psychological detachment with turnover intention among nurses in China.MethodsA cross-sectional survey using convenience sampling was conducted in one hospital in China between January 2023 and March 2023. A total of 536 nurses were surveyed using the General Wellbeing Schedule (GWB), the Maslach Burnout Inventory scale (MBI), the Psychological Detachment scale, and the Turnover Intention scale. The collected data were analyzed using SPSS 26.0 statistical software. The chi-square test and binary logistic regression analysis were used to explore the factors related to turnover intention.ResultsOur data demonstrated that the turnover intention scores were 13 (10, 15.75), with 56% of nurses exhibiting a high level of turnover intention. Binary logistic regression analysis results indicated that being on a contract (OR = 4.385, 95% CI = 2.196–8.754), working in the pediatrics (OR = 2.392, 95% CI = 1.267–4.514) or obstetrics (OR = 2.423, 95% CI = 1.145–5.126) department, and experiencing burnout (OR = 1.024, 95% CI = 1.008–1.041) were associated with a heightened level of turnover intention. Conversely, organizational satisfaction (OR = 0.162, 95% CI = 0.033–0.787) and general wellbeing (OR = 0.967, 95% CI = 0.946–0.989) were identified as factors that hindered the intention to leave.ConclusionsFindings from this study suggest that nurses were employed on a contract basis, working in pediatric or obstetric departments, expressing dissatisfaction with the organization, reporting low general wellbeing, and experiencing high levels of burnout that require special attention. The identification of these risk factors can inform targeted interventions and support programs aimed at improving the wellbeing and retention of nurses in these settings.
Incidence and Impact of Sensory Recall in Patients Undergoing Total Joint Arthroplasty
Authors: Weiner, MD Travis R , Barringer Sarah , Silverio Laura , Lakra, MD Akshay , Geller Jeffrey A , Cooper H. John , Shah Roshan P 
Published: July 2023

Introduction Recall of auditory and physical sensations during hip and knee arthroplasty surgery is inadequately studied. We investigated rates of sensory recall, impact on satisfaction, and risk factors. Methods We surveyed 164 consecutive patients after primary or revision arthroplasty about sensory recall and its impact on satisfaction (improved, worsened, or no effect), without exclusions. Three surgeons and 25 anesthesiologists in an academic university hospital setting provided care. Demographic data (age, gender, BMI, comorbidities, ASA class), type of anesthesia, intravenous fentanyl and midazolam doses, pre-operative diagnosis, type of surgery, anesthesia duration, and surgery time (morning vs afternoon case) were analyzed. Pearson’s correlation coefficient was calculated for each variable. A binary logistic regression model was used to identify risk factors for sensory recall. Results 147 patients (89.6%) received spinal anesthesia. No patients receiving general anesthesia had recall. Twenty-three patients (14.0% of the total, 15.6% of neuraxial anesthesia patients) had sensory recall after surgery: 19 (11.6%) auditory, 2 (1.2%) physical, and 2 (1.2%) both. There was a correlation between spinal anesthesia and sensory recall, r = 0.163, p = 0.037. On logistic regression, decreasing age (p=0.032, 95% CI, 0.894–0.995) and less midazolam (p = 0.009, 95% CI, 0.283–0.832) were significant risk factors for sensory recall. Seventeen (73.9%) reported no impact on satisfaction (14 auditory, 2 physical, 1 both), while two (8.7%) reported worse satisfaction (1 auditory, 1 both) and four (17.4%) reported improved satisfaction (all auditory). Conclusion We found a 14.0% rate of sensory recall. Spinal anesthesia, decreasing age, and lower benzodiazepine administration were associated with sensory recall. Sensory recall has a minimal effect on patient satisfaction, although some were still affected. Although we focused on instrument sounds, our high rate of sensory recall serves as a reminder to also be mindful of conversations in the operating room. Level of Evidence Level II
Changes in Support for Advance Provision and Over-the-Counter Access to Medication Abortion
Authors: Biggs M. Antonia , Schroeder Rosalyn , Kaller Shelly , Grossman Daniel , Scott Karen A. , Ralph Lauren J. 
Published: January 2025

ImportanceSince Dobbs v Jackson Women’s Health Organization (Dobbs) removed federal abortion protections, people’s views about alternative models of abortion care may have been impacted, yet research on this topic is limited.ObjectiveTo examine changes in national support for and personal interest in advance provision (AP) and over-the-counter (OTC) access to medication abortion.Design, Setting, and ParticipantsTwo nationally representative cross-sectional online surveys were administered to a market research firm’s panel members who were assigned female at birth (AFAB) and aged 15 to 49 years from December 2021 to January 2022 (before Dobbs) and June to July 2023 (after Dobbs). Data were analyzed from February 2023 to June 2024.ExposureCompletion of survey before and after Dobbs.Main Outcomes and MeasuresChanges from before to after Dobbs in 4 primary outcome measures were examined: support for and personal interest in AP and OTC access to medication abortion.ResultsA total of 6982 AFAB people before Dobbs and 3561 after Dobbs completed at least 1 of 4 primary outcome measures. From before to after Dobbs, 2666 (weighted 31.3%) and 1258 (weighted 30.1%) were aged 30 to 39 years, 1395 (21.4%) and 708 (21.5%) reported their race and ethnicity as Hispanic/Latinx, 594 (13.7%) and 304 (13.6%) as Black non-Hispanic/Latinx, and 4504 (54.6%) and 2270 (54.2%) as White non-Hispanic/Latinx. There was a significant increase from before to after Dobbs in national support for AP (48.9% before; 95% CI, 47.1% to 50.6%; 55.1% after; 95% CI, 52.8% to 57.3%) and OTC access (49.4% before; 95% CI, 47.6% to 51.1%; 55.2% after; 95% CI, 52.9% to 57.5%) and an increase in personal interest in AP (23.6% before; 95% CI, 22.2% to 25.1%; 26.4% after; 95% CI, 24.3% to 28.4%) and OTC access (36.0% before; 95% CI, 34.3% to 37.6%; 42.5% after; 95% CI, 40.2% to 44.7%). Among people living in states with abortion bans, larger increases in personal interest in AP (5.3 percentage points [pp]; 95% CI, 0.5 to 10.3 pp) and OTC access (9.4 pp; 95% CI, 3.9 to 14.9 pp) were observed than among people in states without bans (1.4 pp; 95% CI, −1.7 to 4.6 pp and 5.4 pp; 95% CI, 2.0 to 8.9 pp, respectively).Conclusions and RelevanceIn this serial cross-sectional analysis of people aged 15 to 49 years before Dobbs and 1 year after Dobbs, findings suggested that national support for expanded access to medication abortion has grown. Alternative models of care, such as AP and OTC, have the potential to offer a promising approach to abortion care, particularly for people living in abortion-restricted states.
Immunohistochemistry‐based molecular subtypes of urothelial carcinoma derive different survival benefit from platinum chemotherapy
Authors: Olah Csilla , Shmorhun Oleksandr , Klamminger Gilbert Georg , Rawitzer Josefine , Sichward Lara , Hadaschik Boris , Al‐Nader Mulham , Krafft Ulrich , Niedworok Christian , Váradi Melinda , Nyirady Peter , Kiss Andras , Szekely Eszter , Reis Henning , Szarvas Tibor 
Published: January 2025

AbstractDistinct molecular subtypes of muscle‐invasive bladder cancer (MIBC) may show different platinum sensitivities. Currently available data were mostly generated at transcriptome level and have limited comparability to each other. We aimed to determine the platinum sensitivity of molecular subtypes by using the protein expression‐based Lund Taxonomy. In addition, we assessed the tumor heterogeneity within the primary tumor and between the primary and lymph node (LN) metastatic sites. Thirteen immunohistochemical markers were stained in a tissue microarray with an overall number of 1,508 cores. Statistical evaluation was performed in 199 patients divided into three chemo‐naïve MIBC cohorts: (1) pT3/4 and/or LN+ patients who received radical cystectomy without platinum treatment, (2) patients who received adjuvant chemotherapy (AC), and (3) patients who underwent palliative platinum treatment for metastatic disease or postoperative progression. Overall survival (OS) was used as the primary endpoint. Patients with the genomically unstable (GU) subtype had significantly better OS in the AC group compared to the radical cystectomy group (HR: 0.395, 95% CI: 0.205–0.795, p = 0.005). In contrast, no such association was observed for the basal/squamous (Ba/Sq) subtype. Intratumor heterogeneity was present in 19% of cases, with the lowest level in the Ba/Sq and GU tumors (14% each) and the highest level of 43% in small‐cell/neuroendocrine‐like tumors. There was greater subtype heterogeneity between primary tumors and LN metastases. In conclusion, immunohistochemistry‐based Lund Taxonomy subtypes remain stable within the same primary tumor, with the GU subtype deriving the greatest OS benefit from AC. However, high tumor heterogeneity between the primary tumor and metastatic sites can impact the effectiveness of therapies.
2D WSe2/MoS2 p‐i‐n Vertical Heterojunction Photodetectors by Selective Plasma Doping
Authors: Wu Qianqian , Li Li , Wang Chenglin , Wang Zhihao , Weng Zhengjin , Jiang Yanfeng , Lin Liangliang , Gu Xiaofeng , Angel Emigdio Chavez , Sachat Alexandros El , Xiao Peng , Nan Haiyan , Xiao Shaoqing 
Published: January 2025

AbstractCompared to traditional pn junctions, photodetectors based on 2D materials with a p‐i‐n structure offer enhanced photoresponsivity by broadening the depletion region and improving response speed by reducing junction capacitance. However, due to the lack of a mature, controllable doping process, p‐i‐n heterostructure photodetectors based on 2D materials are rarely reported. A 2D WSe2/MoS2 p‐i‐n vertical heterojunction photodetector created through plasma selective doping is presented. This device not only retains the wide junction region of the vertical heterojunction, but in coordination with the intrinsic layer (i layer), the width of the depletion region is broadened, increasing the photoactive area, Additionally, a strong built‐in electric field is formed internally, greatly accelerating the rapid separation and transport of photogenerated carriers. The p‐i‐n vertical heterojunction photodetector exhibits a high responsivity and an ultra‐fast response time (τr = 7.3 µs, τf = 5.49 µs), achieving nearly a 100 fold improvement over the pristine WSe2/MoS2 heterojunction. Under self‐driven conditions, the device achieves a maximum responsivity of 0.32 A W−1 and a detectivity of 3.41 × 109 Jones at 637 nm. Additionally, stable detection in the near‐infrared (NIR) is realized due to the interband transitions. These findings are expected to advance the development and application of photoelectric detection technologies.
Ultrathin Microwave Absorbing Structures at the K‐Band From PDA‐Implanted CNTs, Doped Conjugated Carbon Using Peganum Harmala Seeds and Turpentine Derivatives
Authors: Dogari Haniyeh , Ghafuri Hossein , Peymanfar Reza 
Published: January 2025

AbstractIn this study, a sustainable biomass‐derived structure from Harmal seed peganum (HSP) is used as a substrate to facilitate the growth of carbon nanotubes (CNTs) by Ni as a catalyst. The unique toutia‐like morphology of the implanted biomass‐derived structure is coated with polydopamine (PDA) via an in situ polymerization process. Persian turpentine (PT) is chosen as a novel, green, sustainable, practical, and polarizable medium, and is selected as a capable microwave absorbing medium. The influence of interfacial interaction on the microwave absorbing performance is carefully dissected with the addition of polyvinyl alcohol (PVA). With an ultrathin thickness of 200 µm, the CNT‐implanted sample coated with PDA and enhanced with PT (HSP/Ni‐CNT/PDA/PT) achieved a maximum RL of −79.88 dB at 18.22 GHz and an efficient bandwidth of 7.17 GHz. Interestingly the architected sample totally shields ≥95% of k‐band frequencies. The promoted impedance matching and other effective mechanisms in HSP/Ni‐CNT/PDA/PVA/PT and HSP/Ni‐CNT/PDA/polyethylene (PE) nanocomposites lead to the highest maximum RL of −92.87 dB at 25.39 GHz with 0.90 mm in thickness and the broadest efficient bandwidth as wide as 8.50 GHz with a thickness of 1.20 mm, respectively.
Thermally Triggered Double Emulsion‐Integrated Hydrogel Microparticles for Multiplexed Molecular Diagnostics
Authors: Jeon Eui Ju , Jung Seungwon , Jang Yoon‐ha , Lee Seoyoung , Choi Song‐Ee , Jeon So Young , Yoon Lankyeong , Kim Bong Kyun , Kim Tae Jong , Park Kuenyoul , Chung Seok , Shin Yong , Kim Sung‐Han , Sung Heungsup , Kim Sang Kyung 
Published: January 2025

AbstractDuring the COVID‐19 pandemic, reverse transcription‐quantitative polymerase chain reaction (RT‐qPCR) has been recognized as the most reliable diagnostic tool. However, there is a need to develop multiplexed assays capable of analyzing multiple genes simultaneously to expand its application. To address this, a multiplexed RT‐qPCR using a double emulsion (DE)‐based carrier and a polymer microparticle reactor, termed primer‐incorporated network tailored with Taqman probe (TaqPIN) is developed. The DE securely stores nucleic acid reagents like primers and probes within the polymer network until heating releases them for the reaction. The TaqPIN RT‐qPCR demonstrates an amplification efficiency of 93.8% and can detect as few as 20 copies/µL. By loading the multiple microparticles into a single reaction, a multiplexed assay with only one optical channel is enabled. In practice, a nine‐plex assay is designed to distinguish between variants of the severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS‐CoV‐2). Even subtle variations of a single nucleotide can be simultaneously detected. Testing on 75 nasopharyngeal swab samples yields 100% sensitivity and specificity for SARS‐CoV‐2 detection and 94% accuracy in variant discrimination.