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Strategic European partnerships for UK universities post-Brexit: navigating a globally contested field of world-class universities
Authors: Highman Ludovic , Marginson Simon , Papatsiba Vassiliki 
Published: May 2023

AbstractThis paper assesses how UK universities seek to maintain their global dominant position post-Brexit through comprehensive strategic partnerships with key European institutions as part of their internationalisation strategies. Drawing on 24 semi-structured interviews conducted from November 2017 to July 2018 in 12 UK universities vertically differentiated and spread along the highly hierarchised spectrum of British universities in all four nations, we aim to examine which types of universities are most inclined to form international comprehensive university-wide strategic partnerships, and how they identify their partners. The analysis is framed within Bourdieu’s theory of “economy of practices” which considers all university practices as economic practices that are ultimately tailored towards maximising either material or symbolic profit. Unlike in business and industry, where organisations traditionally compete to maximise profit, universities must both compete and collaborate with one another in order to improve (or maintain) their position in the field. UK universities will need to navigate the post-Brexit space they find themselves thrown into, and in the process will need to review international institutional links with both European Union (EU) based and non-EU universities. This paper will assess how UK universities seek to maintain their dominant position in the field through comprehensive strategic partnerships with key foreign institutions.
Overview of fungal terpene synthases and their regulation
Authors: González-Hernández Ricardo A. , Valdez-Cruz Norma A. , Macías-Rubalcava Martha L. , Trujillo-Roldán Mauricio A. 
Published: May 2023

AbstractTerpenes and terpenoids are a group of isoprene-derived molecules that constitute the largest group of natural products and secondary metabolites produced by living things, with more than 25,000 compounds reported. These compounds are synthesized by enzymes called terpene synthases, which include several families of cyclases and enzymes. These are responsible for adding functional groups to cyclized structures. Fungal terpenoids are of great interest for their pharmacological properties; therefore, understanding the mechanisms that regulate their synthesis (regulation of the mevalonate pathway, regulation of gene expression, and availability of cofactors) is essential to direct their production. For this reason, this review addresses the detailed study of the biosynthesis of fungal terpenoids and their regulation by various physiological and environmental factors.
Influence of sex and strength differences on the load–velocity relationship of the Smith-machine back squat
Authors: Fitas Afonso , Santos Paulo , Gomes Miguel , Pezarat-Correia Pedro , Mendonca Goncalo V. 
Published: May 2023

Abstract
Purpose
We aimed at determining whether the load–velocity relationship of the Smith machine concentric-back squat differs between sexes and persons with different levels of strength.

Methods
Thirty-two participants (16 males: 23.3 ± 3.8 years and 16 females: 26.1 ± 2.7 years) were included. Load and mean concentric velocity (MCV) were obtained individually during an incremental test (30–90% one-repetition maximum—1RM).

Results
We obtained strong linear relationships between the individual MCV and relative load ($${R}^{2}>$$

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0.95). Overall, relatively strong persons reached faster MCVs throughout the full range of relative loads (effect size [ES]: 0.48–0.93), except at 1RM. We also obtained steeper slopes and higher velocity intercepts (y intercepts) in relatively strong participants (ES: 0.05 and 0.83, respectively; p < 0.01). Finally, we found that males attained steeper load–velocity relationships (ES favoring relatively strong and weak males: 2.8 and 1.4, respectively) and higher velocity intercepts (ES favoring relatively strong and weak males: 2.0 and 1.0, respectively) than females (p < 0.0001).

Conclusion
MCV can be used to estimate relative load on the Smith machine concentric-back squat in males and females with different levels of muscle strength; however, the load–velocity relationship is affected by muscle strength and sex. Therefore, the extraction of individual load–velocity relationships is advisable instead of computing group estimations.
Addressing Gender-Based Violence in Drug Addiction Treatment: a Systematic Mapping Review
Authors: Romo-Avilés Nuria , Tarriño-Concejero Lorena , Pavón-Benítez Laura , Marín-Torres Jesús 
Published: May 2023

Abstract“Intervention support and treatment” programs are most likely to have been designed for the substances consumed by men, and to cater for men’s needs, with little regard to the specific needs of women. Gender-based violence (GBV) has become a key area for addressing the treatment of drug addiction from a gender perspective. In this mapping review covering 32 articles, we examine the strategies used to address gender-based violence in drug addiction treatments that include women. The main topics of analysis were as follows: characteristics of drug addiction treatment, conceptualization of GBV, measurement and approach of GBV in treatment for drug addiction, and effects on health associated with GBV and drug addiction. Only 18.75% of the studies on GBV addressed the area of psycho-social care in the treatment of drug addiction. To avoid inequalities in the healthcare offered, gender-sensitive research and interventions are required which include GBV in the treatment of drug addiction.
Analysis of the LMS and NLMS algorithms using the misalignment norm
Authors: Lopes Paulo A. C. 
Published: May 2023

AbstractThis work describes the convergence of the misalignment square norm (MSN) of the NLMS and LMS algorithms. It is shown that the MSN decrease is almost proportional to the mean square error (MSE). This allows obtaining simple expressions for the steady-state MSE. Also, it allows limiting the amount of time that the MSE takes large values and a curve that limits the MSE of LMS at any given time, independent of the input and background noise signals’ properties. Finally, it is also shown that many complications in the analysis of the LMS and NLMS algorithms can come from variations in the input vector square norm. The proposed analysis becomes very simple for long filters or constant power signals.
Barriers and enablers to participation in physical activity among women diagnosed with ovarian cancer
Authors: Toohey Kellie , Paterson Catherine , Coltman Celeste E. 
Published: May 2023

Abstract
Purpose
Ovarian cancer is the leading cause of death among gynecological cancers, with low survival rates and a high disease burden. Despite the known benefits, most women reduce their participation in physical activity following diagnosis. Little is known about ovarian cancer survivors’ experiences of physical activity. The primary aim of this study was to explore the barriers and enablers to participation in physical activity among women diagnosed with ovarian cancer.

Methods
A qualitative descriptive study design was conducted via semi-structured interviews with nine women diagnosed with ovarian cancer (stages I–IV; 40–77 years). The interviews took place at the participant’s home via telephone or online video conferencing software Coviu©. An inductive thematic approach was used. The organization and coding of data were completed using NVivo computer software (Version 12.6.0, QSR International Pty Ltd.). Weekly discussions occurred among the research team to ensure that themes accurately represented participant views. The consolidated criteria for reporting qualitative studies (COREQ) 32-item checklist were followed.

Results
The main barriers to physical activity participation that emerged were (i) the lack of referral to an exercise professional within the multidisciplinary cancer team, (ii) fear of injury after surgery and during treatment, and (iii) treatment-related side effects. However, many of the participants perceived benefits of physical activity related to (i) enhanced physical and psychological health, (ii) improved cancer outcomes, and (iii) social benefits as key enablers of physical activity participation.

Conclusions
Physical activity interventions for women with ovarian cancer should address the modifiable barriers identified in this study. A key focus should be to streamline timely referral pathways within the multidisciplinary team, including exercise professionals, dietitians, psychologists, and specialists nurses following a diagnosis of ovarian cancer. Further research and service development are needed to optimize supported self-management through (i) education about the importance of physical activity to both healthcare professionals and women alike, (ii) enhanced symptom management for women, which was identified as a barrier to participation, and (iii) the development of shared care plans and patient center goals to address any fears or concerns.

Implications for cancer survivors
People diagnosed with ovarian cancer have low participation levels of physical activity. Cancer care professionals’ support could increase physical activity uptake and reduce some of the burden of an ovarian cancer diagnosis.
Primary care physicians’ knowledge and confidence in providing cancer survivorship care: a systematic review
Authors: Vos Julien A. M. , Wollersheim Barbara M. , Cooke Adelaide , Ee Carolyn , Chan Raymond J. , Nekhlyudov Larissa 
Published: May 2023

Abstract
Purpose
To systematically review existing literature on knowledge and confidence of primary care physicians (PCPs) in cancer survivorship care.

Methods
PubMed, Ovid MEDLINE, CINAHL, Embase, and PsycINFO were searched from inception to July 2022 for quantitative and qualitative studies. Two reviewers independently assessed studies for eligibility and quality. Outcomes were characterized by domains of quality cancer survivorship care.

Results
Thirty-three papers were included, representing 28 unique studies; 22 cross-sectional surveys, 8 qualitative, and 3 mixed-methods studies. Most studies were conducted in North America (n = 23) and Europe (n = 8). For surveys, sample sizes ranged between 29 and 1124 PCPs. Knowledge and confidence in management of physical (n = 19) and psychosocial effects (n = 12), and surveillance for recurrences (n = 14) were described most often. Generally, a greater proportion of PCPs reported confidence in managing psychosocial effects (24–47% of PCPs, n= 5 studies) than physical effects (10–37%, n = 8). PCPs generally thought they had the necessary knowledge to detect recurrences (62–78%, n = 5), but reported limited confidence to do so (6–40%, n = 5). There was a commonly perceived need for education on long-term and late physical effects (n = 6), and cancer surveillance guidelines (n = 9).

Conclusions
PCPs’ knowledge and confidence in cancer survivorship care varies across care domains. Suboptimal outcomes were identified in managing physical effects and recurrences after cancer.

Implications for Cancer Survivors
These results provide insights into the potential role of PCPs in cancer survivorship care, medical education, and development of targeted interventions.
A review on the melt extrusion-based fused deposition modeling (FDM): background, materials, process parameters and military applications
Authors: Mallikarjuna B. , Bhargav Pachipulusu , Hiremath Shivashankar , Jayachristiyan K. G. , Jayanth N. 
Published: May 2023

Abstract
The contemporary military sector needs a tailor-made product at a low cost and time. Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM) is a melt extrusion-based Additive Manufacturing technology for processing thermoplastics, composites, and biomaterials. FDM is competent in fabricating complex parts in different industries, including military, aerospace, automotive, biomedical, and jewellery. The FDM can process various materials and is ideal for fabrication prototypes, functional parts, visualization, concept proofs and fast product development. FDM is currently used in the military for novel components developments and maintenance, opening new logistics and supply chain management methods. Integrating sensors into weaponry for real-time physiological feedback and threat information is also possible. Additionally, FDM can fabricate trauma models for surgical planning and educating military surgeons. This paper presents the FDM background, filaments, and process parameters. Also, the work provides information to readers on the applications and possibilities of the FDM process from a military standpoint.
Safety and Effectiveness of Percutaneous Nephrolithotomy for Patients with Stones in a Solitary Kidney: A Meta-Analysis
Authors: Sun Weibin , Niyazi Sidikejiang , Gao Xin , Xireyazidan Ayiding , Song Guanglu , Tusong Hamulati 
Published: May 2023

AbstractPercutaneous nephrolithotomy (PCNL) has been widely applied in the treatment of isolated renal stones in recent years. However, its safety and effectiveness for patients with isolated renal stones remains controversial. In this work, “nephrolithiasis”, “stones”, "renal", “nephrolithotomy”, “percutaneous”, “PCNL”, “solitary”, “single”, and “kidney” were taken as key words to search the relevant studies of PCNL in patients with solitary kidney stones in PubMed, Web of Science, and Embase. The type of literature included was case series study, and the search period was from January 1, 1990 to October 31, 2021. Basic data, stone size, stone removal rate (SFR), complications, mean operation time, and mean length of stays were extracted. The quality of the included literature was assessed using the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) case series system, data were analysed using metan and metareg commands in Stata14.1, and sensitivity of the included literature was analysed using metaninf. Finally, 14 studies with a total of 1256 patients were included. The mean adjuvant rate of percutaneous nephrolithotomy for solitary kidney stones was 20.3% (95% CI: 11.8%, 28.9%), initial SFR was 71.8% (95% CI: 64.9%, 78.8%), and final SFR was 89.7% (95% CI: 86.0%, 93.4%). The overall complication rate was 25.5% (95% CI: 18.8%, 32.3%), the incidence of major complications was 6.3% (95% CI: 3.8%, 9.3%), the blood transfusion rate was 7.4% (95% CI: 5.3%, 9.9%), and the incidence of fever was 9.1% (95% CI: 5.3%, 13.7%). It is suggested that percutaneous nephrolithotomy has a low complication rate in the treatment of solitary kidney stones.
The Effect of NCO Content in Polyurethane Foam for Automotive Instrument Panel
Authors: Min Jin-Gyu , Lim Won-Bin , Lee Ju-Hong , Bae Ji-Hong , Huh PilHo 
Published: May 2023

AbstractA thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU) series for automotive panels with high durability have been newly synthesized using the reacting process based on polyester polyol (BTG), polycaprolactone triol (PCL), hexamethylene diisocyanate (HDI), isophorone diisocyanate (IPDI), and 1,4-butanediol chain extender as a function of NCO/OH ratio (NCO index). The dependence of varying NCO index of synthesized TPUs on tensile strength and hardness have evaluated. To form PU foams with suitable rigidity and uniform skin-pores, the optimal synthetic process was controlled precisely by the amount of solvent, foaming agent, silicone surfactant, and catalysts content. A considerable NCO index dependence was observed in the range of 0.96 ≤ NCO index ≤ 0.99 at almost same molecular weight. When NCO index of TPU was 0.98, mechanical properties achieved maximum value due to the uniform open cell structure of molding PU foam. With the ratio of NCO/OH increasing, the hardness of PU foam also increased until 0.98 NCO index while the hardness of 0.99 NCO index decreased. The designed TPU with 0.98 NCO could be a promising formulation for molding foams of automotive skin panels and seating.
Task performance with touchscreen interfaces under conditions of head-down tilt bed rest
Authors: Bieg T. , Reisinger M. , Fröhlich P. , Hametner B. , Möstl S. 
Published: May 2023

AbstractThe application of touchscreen-based interfaces in space travel has become increasingly common. As space travel greatly depends on efficient human performance, understanding how conditions during space missions affect performance is crucial. Prior research has demonstrated the adverse effects of microgravity in various performance tasks. While these effects have been studied in tasks involving non-interactive objects or “conventional” input modalities, few studies have examined how these findings transfer to touchscreen-based interfaces. The present study investigated changes in performance with a touchscreen-based interface under head-down tilt bed rest conditions (HDT). 24 participants performed multidirectional tapping tasks in a 60-day HDT study (− 6° head-down tilt position) at six subsequent points in time: 12 days prior to HDT, at 5, 21, and 56 days in HDT, and 4 and 90 days following HDT. Results show that the relationship between Movement Time and task difficulty expressed by Fitts’ law remains stable in HDT conditions. Moreover, analyses revealed elevated Error Rate and Touch Duration during HDT compared to baseline. Improvements in Throughput and Movement Time can be most likely attributed to practice effects. Future research directions motivated by the study results are discussed.
Clinical Implications of Kratom (Mitragyna speciosa) Use: a Literature Review
Authors: Prevete Elisabeth , Kuypers Kim Paula Colette , Theunissen Eef Lien , Esposito Gianluca , Ramaekers Johannes Gerardus , Pasquini Massimo , Corazza Ornella 
Published: May 2023

Abstract Purpose of ReviewThis work aims to provide an up-to-date review of the preclinical and clinical scientific literature on the therapeutic value of kratom to better understand the underlying mechanisms related to its use and inform future therapeutic applications.Recent FindingsA growing number of studies, mainly of cross-sectional nature, describe the widespread use of kratom by individuals to self-treat pain, psychiatric symptoms, and substance use disorders (SUD) outside a controlled clinical setting. Preclinical evidence suggests kratom is effective as an analgesic agent and might decrease the self-administration of other drugs. A randomized controlled trial has further supported kratom’s therapeutic value as an analgesic. Investigations in nonclinical samples of long-term kratom users also indicate its therapeutic benefit in managing SUD symptoms (e.g., craving) and long-term or acute symptoms (e.g., withdrawal) for alcohol, opioids, and other illicit drugs. However, episodes of kratom-related intoxications have also been reported, often due to the adulteration and the contamination of kratom products mainly sold online or mixed toxicities when consumed outside clinical and traditional settings.SummaryEvidence on the clinical implications of kratom use is still limited and uncertain, with kratom research constantly evolving. Therefore, further randomized trials are needed.
Naming: What Do We Know So Far? A Systematic Review
Authors: Sivaraman Maithri , Barnes-Holmes Dermot 
Published: May 2023

AbstractAlthough the termnamingis used colloquially in the English language, it refers to a specific instance of verbal behavior within behavior analysis. Since Horne and Lowe’s (Horne & Lowe, 1996) seminal account on naming, the concept continues to generate clinical and research interest to-date. We conducted a systematic search of the behavior analytic studies on naming to highlight the methods that were used to test naming, the terminology that have been adopted, the conceptual underpinnings, and the methods used to train naming if it was found to be absent. Forty-six studies met inclusion criteria and we conducted a descriptive analysis of these studies. We found that most studies either used the terms naming or bidirectional naming. We found wide variation in the methods used to test and train naming. Nearly one third of these studies attempted to offer evidence that naming facilitated some other type of behavior, and the remaining studies attempted to train naming in individuals when the behavior was found to be absent. Overall, our review highlighted that there exists a rich empirical dataset on testing and training naming within behavior analysis, and we discussed specific areas for future research.
Production economy and industry studies
Authors: Fujimoto Takahiro 
Published: May 2023

AbstractThis paper explores the concept ofproduction economy, or the contemporary version ofplutology, the study of production and distribution of wealth originally found in classical economics, for the empirical analysis ofindustriesas flows of specific value-carrying design information to the market. The concepts and logic discussed in this article include the following: industrial/manufacturing sites as basic economic agents; design information as the source of value-added; the combination of downward-sloping market demand curves and flat individual supply curves generated by design-based product differentiation; design as an additional variable to make profit and employment goals compatible; manufacturing capabilities and their evolutions; a substantial, flow-oriented view of industries; Sraffian steady-state price systems at the national level; the concept of industrial competitiveness; the Ricardian theory of international production cost comparison; design-based comparative advantage; the CAP (capability-architecture-performance) approach to industrial evolutionary analysis. The present framework of production economy is also applied to the case of global competition during the post-Cold-War era (1990s–2010s).
Do Adolescents Engage in Delinquency to Cope with Depressive Symptoms? Revisiting the Longitudinal Link Between Delinquency and Depressive Symptoms While Considering Moderation by Ethnicity, Adolescent Phase, and Gender
Authors: Defoe Ivy N. , Dubas Judith Semon , van Aken Marcel A.G. 
Published: May 2023

AbstractThe co-occurrence between delinquency and depression in adolescence is well-documented. However, Psychology (Failure model and Acting out Model) and Criminology (Strain Theory) theories are divided on the potential longitudinal link between these two behaviors and empirical studies show mixed findings. The present 3-wave longitudinal study tested these opposing theories, using cross-lagged panel modeling on an ethnically and socio-economically diverse sample (T1: N=602; Mage= 13.50 (SD = 1.23); 46.4% female). Furthermore, we investigated whether moderation by ethnicity (non-Western ethnic minority versus Western ethnic majority [i.e., ethnically Dutch]) or adolescent phase by gender (early adolescent girls versus mid-late adolescent girls versus early adolescent boys versus mid-late adolescent boys) were present. For the total sample, results showed that higher levels of delinquency predicted lower levels of depressive symptoms, consistent with Strain theory that suggests that adolescents may resort to delinquency to cope with depression. As for significant moderation links: (1) higher levels of delinquency predicted lower levels of depressive symptoms (Strain theory), especially in mid-late adolescent girls, (2) higher levels of delinquency predicted higher levels of depressive symptoms (Failure model) for early adolescent girls, and (3) higher levels of depressive symptoms predicted higher levels of delinquency (Acting out model and Strain theory) for mid-late adolescent boys. Although no ethnicity moderation effects were found, consistent with strain theories, ethnic minority adolescents reported significantly more depressive symptoms (T1 and T3) but not higher delinquency levels than ethnic majority adolescents. Thus, the mixed findings found in previous studies for the link between delinquency and depression could be because gender-by-adolescent-phase moderation effects were overlooked. Implications for the Acting out model, Failure model, and Strain theories are discussed.