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Defect Detection in Aramid Fiber-Reinforced Composites via Terahertz Radiation
Authors: Strąg Martyna , Swiderski Waldemar 
Published: December 2022

AbstractThis paper presents the ability of Terahertz (THz) radiation in the non-destructive testing of composite materials used for military applications in ballistic protections. The terahertz scanner was used to detect the defects in selected elements consisting of aramid fiber-reinforced composites. Two sources of terahertz radiation, operated at frequencies 100 GHz and 300 GHz, were chosen. The results were next compared with the one obtained via X-ray imaging. The preliminary results showed that the THz radiation has high potential as the detection method in these materials. There is a significantly higher resolution of the results obtained at a frequency 300 GHz in comparison to 100 GHz. Moreover, THz waves alloweddetecting defects invisible to X-rays. The use of a high-quality THz scanner led to the efficient inspection of investigated areas and confirmed the presence of defects such as cracks, delamination, lack of material, and shrinkage of the material’s interior proving the high applicability of THz radiation in the monitoring of military designated-composite materials.
Hesperidin protects against aluminum-induced renal injury in rats via modulating MMP-9 and apoptosis: biochemical, histological, and ultrastructural study
Authors: Hassan Nancy Husseiny , Yousef Doaa Mohammed , Alsemeh Amira Ebrahim 
Published: December 2022

AbstractAluminum, one of the most abundant metallic elements, is known to be toxic to multiple organs including the kidneys. This study aimed to investigate the pleiotropic nephroprotective effects of Hesperidin in aluminum chloride (ALCL3)-induced renal injury, highlighting the potential molecular mechanisms underlying. Twenty-four male albino rats were divided into four groups: control, Hesperidin (80 mg/kg BW, orally), ALCL3 (10 mg/kg BW, IP), and ALCL3 + Hesperidin groups. By the end of the study, blood samples were collected, and tissue samples were harvested at sacrifice. ALCL3 rats showed dramatically declined renal function, enhanced intrarenal oxidative stress, inflammation, apoptosis, and extravagant renal histopathological damage with interstitial fibrosis as shown by a higher Endothelial, Glomerular, Tubular, and Interstitial (EGTI) score. Hesperidin significantly reversed all the aforementioned detrimental effects in ALCL3-treated rats. The study verified the nephroprotective effects of Hesperidin on ALCL3-induced renal damage and confirmed the critical role of extracellular matrix (ECM) remodeling and apoptosis inhibition.Graphical Abstract
Differences in Substance Use Disorders and Other Mental Disorders in Mental Health and Addiction Settings: Sociodemographic, Clinical, Drug Treatment, and Gender Differences
Authors: Fernández-Miranda Juan José , Pascual-Pastor Francisco , Díaz-Fernández Silvia , Navarro Daniela , Manzanares Jorge 
Published: December 2022

Abstract
Different care networks in Spain evaluate the co-occurrence of substance use disorders (SUD) and other mental disorders (OMDs). This study aimed to explore the differences in prevalence, sociodemographic and clinical profile, pharmacological treatment, and gender perspective of the co-occurrence of SUD and OMD between specific addiction treatment networks and mental health networks. This is an observational, cross-multicenter study with a randomized sample of patients under treatment for SUD or OMDs in different autonomous communities of Spain (N = 1783). Sixty-seven health professionals completed an ad hoc online questionnaire, collecting sociodemographic variables with patients diagnosed with SUD and OMDs, and their pharmacological treatments. The findings revealed a high prevalence of OMD in patients treated for SUD (71%) and those for OMD diagnosed with SUD (59%). Specific relationships between the SUDs and OMDs were identified. In networks treating SUDs, the increase in treatment for OMDs was widespread. However, the addition of SUD treatments in mental health networks was less frequent than expected. In addition, an elevated benzodiazepine prescription was detected in both settings. Some possible gender biases in treatments were found. This study provides preliminary information on the coexistence in routine clinical practice of addictive disorders and other mental disorders in Spain. The results revealed that the treatments provided are inefficient for SUDs in patients treated in mental health settings. Furthermore, a high prescription of anxiolytics and differences by sex are shown. These findings may contribute to adapting the treatment response with greater precision and effectiveness.
NARall: a novel tool for reconstruction of the all-atom structure of nucleic acids from heavily coarse-grained model
Authors: Golon Łukasz , Sieradzan Adam K. 
Published: December 2022

AbstractNucleic acids are one of the most important cellular components. These molecules have been studied both experimentally and theoretically. As all-atom simulations are still limited to short time scales, coarse-grain modeling allows to study of those molecules on a longer time scale. Nucleic-Acid united RESidue (NARES-2P) is a low-resolution coarse-grained model with two centers of interaction per repeating unit. It has been successfully applied to study DNA self-assembly and telomeric properties. This force field enables the study of nucleic acids Behavior on a long time scale but lacks atomistic details. In this article, we present new software to reconstruct atomistic details from the NARES-2P model. It has been applied to RNA pseudoknot, nucleic acid four-way junction, G-quadruplex and DNA duplex converted to NARES-2P model and back. Moreover, it was applied to DNA structure folded and self-assembled with NARES-2P.
Assessment of the accuracy of low-cost multi-GNSS receivers in monitoring dynamic response of structures
Authors: Xue Chenyu , Psimoulis Panos , Horsfall Alexander , Zhang Qiuzhao , Meng Xiaolin 
Published: December 2022

Abstract
The monitoring of bridges is a crucial operation for their structural health examination and maintenance. GNSS technology is one of the methods which are applied with the main advantage that the direct measurement of the bridge displacement is conducted in an independent global coordinate system. However, the high cost of the GNSS stations, which are consisted of dual-frequency receivers and geodetic GNSS antennas, is the main reason of the limited application of GNSS for bridge monitoring. In this study, we assessed the performance of low-cost multi-GNSS receivers in monitoring dynamic motion, similar to that of bridge response. The performance of the low-cost GNSS receivers was assessed based on controlled experiments of horizontal and vertical motion. For the horizontal motion, controlled experiments of circular motion of various predefined radius between 5 and 50 cm were executed where the low-cost GNSS receivers were assessed against dual-frequency geodetic receivers. For the vertical motion, manually controlled experiments of vertical oscillations of amplitude 8 and 15 mm were executed where the low-cost GNSS receivers were assessed against the Robotic Total Station (RTS). Finally, a low-cost monitoring system formed by two closely spaced low-cost GNSS receivers was applied in dynamic displacement monitoring of the Wilford Suspension Bridge. The analysis of the low-cost GNSS data revealed the beneficial contribution of (i) the multi-constellation on the accuracy and precision of the GNSS solution and (ii) the combination of closely spaced low-cost GNSS receivers, to limit potential cycle slips and the low-cost GNSS noise level and reach accuracy and precision similar to that of geodetic-grade GNSS receivers. This was confirmed in the bridge monitoring application, where the main modal frequency and the response amplitude of the bridge were identified successfully by the low-cost GNSS receivers’ data analysis.
Dose-response relationship of photobiomodulation therapy and oxidative stress markers in healing dynamics of diabetic neuropathic ulcers in Wistar rats
Authors: Karkada Gagana , Maiya G Arun , Arany Praveen , KG Mohandas Rao , Adiga Shalini , Kamath Shobha U 
Published: December 2022

Abstract
Purpose:
Diabetic foot ulcers are reported to be the most expensive complications of diabetes, with high morbidity and mortality rates. If the necessary care is not provided for the wound to heal, the individual may end up amputating the affected feet. Photobiomodulation therapy is a promising non-pharmacological treatment option for wound healing. The objective of the present study is to establish a dose-response relationship between photobiomodulation therapy and oxidative stress markers in the healing dynamics of diabetic neuropathic ulcers in Wistar rats.

Methodology:
Diabetic neuropathy was induced in 126 Albino Wistar rats. An excisional wound of an area of 2cm2 was made on the neuropathy-induced leg. Photobiomodulation therapy of dosages 4, 6, 8, 10, 12, and 15 J/cm2 of wavelengths 655 and 808 nm was irradiated. The control group animals were kept un-irradiated. The outcome measures were assessed during wound healing’s inflammatory, proliferative and remodelling phases.

Results:
In the experimental group, animals treated with photobiomodulation therapy at doses of 4, 6, and 8 J/cm2 showed better wound healing dynamics. Photobiomodulation therapy modulated the reactive oxygen species and antioxidant levels, thereby improving the oxidative status of the wound.

Conclusion:
Photobiomodulation therapy of dosages 4, 6, and 8 J/cm2 is effective and is a promising adjuvant modality in treating diabetic neuropathic ulcers. There was a strong dose-response relationship in the experimental groups treated with 4, 6 and 8 J/ cm2.
Transformation to competency-based curriculum: readiness and self-efficacy among Islamic studies teachers in Kuwait
Authors: Alkandari Kalthoum 
Published: December 2022

Abstract
This study is aimed at exploring Islamic studies teachers’ perceptions about transitioning from objective-based curriculums to competence-based ones, focusing on planning, classroom implementation, and assessment. Also, it aimed to ascertain teachers’ self-efficacy and satisfaction toward the implementation of a competence-based curriculum (CBC). The study utilized a quantitative approach. During the 2018–2019 school year, 180 female middle-school Islamic studies teachers completed a questionnaire that aimed to identify their perspectives regarding various dimensions of transition (planning, classroom implementation, and assessment) created by a CBC implementation. A Kruskal–Wallis’ test was implemented to examine potential differences in self-efficacy among participant responses to the planning, classroom implementation, and assessment dimensions related to age and experience variables. Results showed that participants had higher levels of competence in planning and classroom implementation than assessment when implementing the CBC. The novelty of the CBC and inadequate training were the main impediments regarding its implementation. Participants showed no difference in average scores by either age or experience regarding their sense of self-efficacy in implementing the CBC. The study concluded that teachers are the main cause of failure or success when applying innovative curriculum practices. Islamic studies teachers showed flexibility in embracing the new curriculum and indicated that the application of the CBC was considered a new transition within their educational practices. At the same time, experienced teachers were skeptical of the transition because of their familiarity with the objective curriculum, which they implemented for years, and the insufficient preparations and training before and during the CBC application.
It Is Time to Focus on Prevention: a Scoping Review of Practices Associated with Prevention of Child Sexual Abuse and Australian Policy Implications
Authors: Vosz Meaghan , McPherson Lynne , Tucci Joe , Mitchell Janise , Fernandes Cyra , Macnamara Noel 
Published: December 2022

Abstract
Child sexual abuse (CSA) is a significant public health problem, impacting individuals, families and communities across the lifespan. This systematic scoping review aimed to identify practices associated with the prevention of CSA before it happens using the PRISMA method (Moher et al., 2009). Nine databases were searched for empirical literature, resulting in a sample of 47 articles addressing the prevention of child sexual abuse. A definition of CSA prevention and research questions were developed in consultation with subject matter experts to provide a conceptual guide for analysing available empirical and theoretical literature published between 2012 and 2022. Studies were excluded that reported on CSA education. Included articles were analysed to identify common elements of prevention approaches and the policy conditions enabling and constraining prevention. Three approaches were identified: (i) engaging and stopping those at risk of using sexually harmful behaviour; (ii) situational prevention in child- and youth-serving organisations; (iii) preventing the emergence of CSA by promoting healthy families and communities. The article also discusses policy settings that enable and constrain CSA prevention in Australia and identifies gaps in existing research.
Geospatial assessment of effect of urbanization on natural drainage in a medium-sized town of Akure, Nigeria
Authors: Ibitoye Matthew Olomolatan , Olamiju Oluwadare Isaac , Afolayan Oluwaseyi Ephraim 
Published: December 2022

AbstractThis study examined the state of some urban streams in a tropical environment of Nigeria. It analysed satellite images which include Landsat 5 TM (1986), Landsat 7 ETM (2002), Landsat 8 (2018) imageries with 30 m resolution using ENVI 5.3. The images were classified using a supervised classification algorithm to obtain land use/land cover themes for spatial analysis in the ArcMap 10.3 environment while drainage systems were extracted from the topographical map of 1966 of the study area. Result showed a total drainage network of about 90, covering a total distance of 307 km in 1986, which decreased to 226.87 km in 2018. Within the study period (32 years), more streams experienced decrease in lengths (231.44 km) than those whose lengths increased (129.85 km). While 136.92 km stream lengths were lost within the study period, about 25.45 km stream length were rejuvenated. Urban landuse correspondingly increased from 18.8% in 1986 to 52.2% in 2018, suggesting that a converse relationship between increase in urban land cover and dearth of streams in the area. The study provides information regarding the current status of the drainage system for effective planning and management of flood hazards in the study area. It also canvasses for adequate provision and maintenance of setbacks to streams and rivers under the supervision of the Development Control Department (DCD) of the Ondo State Ministry of Urban Development and Regional Planning (OSMUD&RP).
Spectroradiometer and thermal imaging as tools from remote sensing used for early detection of spiny bollworm, Earias insulana (Boisd.) infestation
Authors: Hoseny Mona M. El , Dahi Hassan F. , Shafei Akila M. El , Yones M. S. 
Published: December 2022

AbstractThe spiny bollworm (SBW), Earias insulana (Boisd.), is from the most destructive cotton pests in Egypt. Larvae can reduce the yield about 40%. Monitoring and forecasting have become an integral aspect of the crop production system in developed countries to control pests. Recently, remote sensing has gained popularity in agriculture for pest monitoring, yield forecasting and early warning to crop growers for proper time in pest management with the least quantity of ground sampling possible.This work aims to measure the validity of using a new methodology for pest detection in cotton bolls without exposing the plant to any danger., This action could be conducted by making a spectroscopy check using spectroradiometer for every boll in field and compare this reading automatically with the spectral library that was built in earlier by measuring numbers of well-known bolls (healthy and infected measuring of some Vegetation Indices (MCARI, TCARI, NPCI, NDVI, NDWI, WBI) also done from reflectance values that carried out, in order to detect the best indices affected by pest infection. Thermal imaging also was done to differentiate between diseased and non-infected tissue. The results described the reflectance spectra of cotton bolls with known SBW infestations and healthy ones and could identify the certain narrow band that is sensitive to SBW damage, BLUE band has found to be the best for spectrally identifying infested bolls. Normalized Pigment Chlorophyll Index (NPCI) is the best index among vegetation indices used in this research. Complementally, to use remote sensing applications, thermal imaging was used to detect thermal patterns associated with insect infestation. The result of study indicate the validity of using spectral measurement and thermal imaging as a tools of remote sensing in detection of the presence of spiny boll worm without wasting and ruined the bolls in field, this method could be also effective in detection of other pests on other crops.
Simultaneous dissipation of trichloroethene and arsenic from co-contaminated groundwater by coupling biodechlorination and biodetoxification with assistance of biochar
Authors: Chen Hao , Li Deping , Mašek Ondřej , Zhai Ying , Rong Guoqiang , Xu Xiaoyun , Cao Xinde , Zhao Ling 
Published: December 2022

AbstractCo-contamination of groundwater with trichloroethene (TCE) and arsenic (As) is a widespread problem in industrial sites. The simultaneous biological removal of As and TCE has not yet been developed. This study incorporated biochar into anaerobic dechlorination system to achieve a greatly accelerated dissipation and co-removal of TCE and As. Biochar eliminated microbial lag (6 days) and achieved a 100% TCE removal within 12 days even at a relatively high initial concentration (TCE: 30 mg L−1; As(V): 4 mg L−1), while without biochar, only 75% TCE was removed until day 18. Biochar adsorbed TCE and the intermediate products allowing them to be degraded on its surface gradually, maintaining a high metabolic activity of microbes. Biochar facilitated the preferential colonization of its surfaces by dechlorinating microorganisms (Clostridium and Dehalococcoides) and suppressed hydrogen-competing microorganisms (Desulfovibrio) in water. Biochar itself cannot adsorb As, however, separation of biochar carrying the As-laden microorganisms achieved 50–70% As-removal from groundwater. The biochar-amended incubations were found to be enriched with microbes possessing more crucial As-transforming genes (K00537-arsC and K07755-AS3MT), and upregulated amino acid metabolism, thus enhancing the self-detoxification ability of microorganisms to transform As(V) to As(III) or volatile organic As. This study proposes a strategy of regulating microbes’ metabolic activity by biochar to achieve simultaneous removal of coexisting contaminations, which is an important step prior to examining the feasibility of biochar application for enhanced bioremediation.
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Engineering a social contract: Rawlsian distributive justice through algorithmic game theory and artificial intelligence
Authors: Ashrafian Hutan 
Published: December 2022

AbstractThe potential for artificial intelligence algorithms and game theory concepts to offer prescriptive and decision-making capability for humankind is increasingly recognized. This derives from the increasing availability of granular, multivariable, well-curated data offering analytical insights for necessarily complex human behaviors and activities. Of the multitude of situations that this decision-making aptitude presents, the application to governmental policy offers a commanding case. This would allow decisions to be made for the benefit of societies and citizens based on rigorous objective information devoid of the traditional approach of choosing policies and societal values based on the opinion of a handful of selected representatives who may be exposed to a lack of comprehensive data analysis capacity and subject to personal biases. There would need to be a critical requirement of wider socially responsible data practices here, beyond those of technical considerations and the incorporation of wider societal fairness approaches. Amongst the schools of political thought particularly acquiescent to the application by this approach would be the egalitarian approach of John Rawls. Here an Original Position’s pre-determination tool of Veil of Ignorance and ensuing Difference Principal presents a method of distributive justice that can be clearly mathematically defined in economics theory through Wald’s Maximin principle. This offers an opportunity to apply algorithmic game theory and artificial intelligence computational approaches to implement Rawlsian distributive justice that are presented and discussed. The outputs from the algorithmic acquaintance of Rawlsian egalitarianism with applicable state data, protected with appropriate privacy, security, legal, ethical and social governance could in turn lead to automated direct governmental choices and an objective Social Contract for citizens of digitally literate nations.
The effect of remediating PCB-contaminated sediments on home prices in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA
Authors: Wilkinson Robin , Melstrom Richard T. 
Published: December 2022

AbstractThis paper estimates the effect of environmental remediation on housing prices in the Milwaukee Estuary Area of Concern (AOC) using a hedonic analysis of individual arms-length sales before and after a major remediation action between 2011 and 2015. Our design leverages this before-after comparison as well as the proximity of homes to remediation and the AOC boundary. Measuring the effect of AOCs in the housing market has always been a difficult task, given that water in AOCs can provide a mix of amenities and disamenities. Indeed, we find little evidence of a negative proximity effect when applying hedonic analysis to cross-section data. However, when we apply the analysis to a repeated cross section in a quasi-experimental framework, we find statistically significant evidence that living near the affected part of the AOC became more desirable after cleanup.
Familles et patries en guerre
Authors: Cerovic Masha 
Published: December 2022

RésuméL’article se penche sur les ressorts des mobilisations combattantes en URSS pendant la « Grande Guerre patriotique » de 1941-1945, en questionnant l’existence d’un patriotisme russe ou soviétique des masses en 1941. Il analyse la pluralité des discours patriotiques déployés par les acteurs ainsi que leur résonance, ou non, parmi les populations. Pour ce faire, il envisage le patriotisme comme une forme d’organisation sociopolitique et examine dans cette perspective les reconfigurations des liens sociaux, en particulier familiaux, durant la guerre. Le lien familial est appréhendé comme une ressource et un levier de mobilisation et de désengagement, dont les transformations sont consubstantielles à l’émergence de communautés imaginées en armes. La relation entre guerre et nation est ainsi interrogée à la lumière du cas de la « mère patrie » russe ou soviétique des années 1940.