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Corn processing by pulsed electric fields with respect to microbial inactivation and improvement of seed vigour
Authors: Evrendilek Gulsun Akdemir , Atmaca Bahar , Uzuner Sibel 
Published: September 2023

Abstract
Pulsed electric field (PEF) treatment of corn grains as an alternative to improve seed vigour and inactivation of endogenous microflora by energies ranging from 1.20 to 28.8 J were applied to determine effectiveness of applied energies on germination rate (GR), normal seedling rate (NSR), electrical conductivity (EC), ability to germinate under salt (100- and 200 mM salt) and cold (at 10 C for 7 days and at 25C for 5 days) stresses in addition to inactivation of total aerobic mesophilic bacteria (TAMB), total mold and yeast (TMY), and inactivation rate (%) of Aspergillus parasiticus. Increased energy provided 11.10% increase in GR, 21.22% increase in NSR, 95.50% increase in germination at 10 °C for 7 days, 32.53% increase in germination at 24 °C for 5 days, 68.35% increase under 100 mM- and 76% increase under 200 mM NaCI salt stresses. EC of the corn grains significantly affected by the measurement time rather than PEF treatment. Inactivation on the mean initial TAMB and TMY were approximately 9.25 and 7.93 log, respectively, with 63.33 ± 0.22% reduction in A. parasiticus culture. Optimization studies revealed 300 Hz, 28.80 J, and 19.78 sec as the most optimal processing parameters. PEF treated corn seedlings had stronger and taller body formation with stronger roots. PEF treatment carries a high potential to improve corn vigour with inactivation of surface microflora.
Paper based and mobile application based self-monitoring tool for healthy dietary intake, Development and Applicability: A non-randomized trial
Authors: Godevithana Janaka , Wijesinghe Champa , Wijesinghe Supun 
Published: September 2023

Abstract
Background and objectives Unhealthy diet is a key risk factor for Non-Communicable Diseases (NCD) that contribute to increased morbidity and premature mortality. With increased computer literacy and mobile phone penetration there is a high opportunity for mobile application-based interventions. Therefore, the study was conducted to develop a mobile application for self-monitoring of dietary intake and assess it acceptability and effectiveness in diet control
Materials and methods Mobile application was developed based on research evidence and opinions of local experts. Mobile application was introduced to a selected group of participants (who were in preparation, action, maintenance stages of TTM) and a paper-based intervention was used as the comparison. Socio demographic data was collected through a self-administered questionnaire and participants were followed up for three months for adherence and effectiveness of interventions was assessed at the end comparing progressive change in stage of change and changed to healthy dietary intake between two groups as primary and secondary outcomes respectively. The study was registered in Sri Lankan Clinical Trail Registry (Registration no - SLCTR/2020/025)
Results Among 123 office workers participated in the study 19.5% preferred the mobile intervention over the paper-based intervention. Younger, not married office workers with no child had higher acceptance for the mobile intervention (p<0.05). There was no difference of adherence (in all three months) and outcome between two groups of intervention.
Discussion As office workers used to do paper works, they might have preferred the paper-based intervention while increased usage of smart phones in younger population might have contributed to higher acceptance in younger age group.
Conclusion and recommendations Mobile application-based interventions are better accepted among young age group and further studies are recommended to explore the applicability
Trial registration The study was registered in Sri Lankan Clinical Trail Registry (Registration no - SLCTR/2020/025 Date 15th December 2020)
The correlation between cognitive control and relational aggression of Sportsmen adults: How do emerging learning technologies matter?
Authors: Zhang Jun , Xie Chao 
Published: September 2023

Abstract
Background
This rapidly evolving world, sports dynamics and athletes' cognitive attributes have become subjects of heightened interest. Emerging technologies have also contributed greatly to different fields, particularly physical education.
Purpose
This study delves into the intriguing correlation between cognitive control and relational aggression among adult sportsmen, shedding light on the pivotal role of emerging learning technologies in this context.
Methodology
: A mixed-methods research design was employed. A diverse sample of adult athletes from various sports disciplines was purposively selected to ensure gender, age, and skill level representation. Quantitative data were collected through standardized psychometric assessments measuring cognitive control and self-reported relational aggression. Qualitative insights were gathered through semi-structured interviews with a subset of participants. Statistical analyses, including correlation tests and regression analyses, were applied to examine the relationships between cognitive control and relational aggression. Qualitative data from interviews underwent thematic analysis to identify recurring patterns and themes related to the influence of innovative learning technologies on cognitive control and aggression management in sports.
Findings:
Quantitative findings revealed a negative correlation between the sportsmen cognitive control and relational aggression, but the correlation between proactive and reactive relational aggression was significantly positive. Qualitative data revealed 5 main themes each consisting of 5 sub-themes.
Conclusions
A significant negative correlation between sportsmen's cognitive control and relational aggression underscores the importance of cognitive control in mitigating relational aggression among athletes, highlighting its potential as a valuable target for intervention and training programs aimed at promoting healthier social dynamics within sporting communities. Intriguingly, the positive correlation between proactive and reactive relational aggression suggests that these two forms of relational aggression are not mutually exclusive but may, in fact, co-occur within the context of sports.
Implications:
These findings collectively contribute to a more comprehensive understanding of the cognitive and social dynamics at play among adult sportsmen. They offer valuable insights into the development of tailored interventions and training strategies, which may not only enhance cognitive control but also address the complex nature of relational aggression in sports settings. Ultimately, such interventions have the potential to foster healthier and more harmonious sporting communities.
Impact of Mobile Financial Services on Financial Inclusion: Empirical Insights from Kenya
Authors: Warsame Mohammed , Abdalla Yousif Abdelbagi 
Published: September 2023

Abstract

The study employed a cross-sectional design, collecting data in Nairobi County's Kasarani constituency. The participants consisted of entrepreneurs and customers present at the stalls during the interviews. While previous research has shown the positive impact of mobile money on financial inclusion in Africa, there has been a lack of investigation into the potential role of demographic variables in the continuous intention to use mobile money applications. This study aims to address this research gap. The results indicate that in East Africa, mobile money applications are primarily used for borrowing loans rather than for saving purposes. Additionally, the study revealed that gender plays a reinforcing role in the positive relationship between confirmation, perceived satisfaction, and the extended post-acceptance model of mobile money application usage.
Male patients with higher C-peptide have significantly positive hormone counterregulatory responses to hypoglycemia among patients with diabetes mellitus
Authors: He Yijia , Ye Miaomin , Li Qian 
Published: September 2023

Abstract
Purpose
Hypoglycemia is a frequent complication of diabetes, hindering treatment efficacy and elevating mortality rates. Hypoglycemia prompts a counterregulatory response (CRR) striving to restore normoglycemia. Hormonal counterregulation is crucial in orchestrating this hypoglycemic response. Our study aimed to investigate the correlations between levels of pertinent counterregulatory hormones and diverse clinical parameters in both type 1 diabetes (T1DM) and type 2 diabetes (T2DM), and to compare these hormonal profiles between T1DM and T2DM.
Methods
This cross-sectional study aimed to identify the variables associated with levels of relevant counterregulatory hormones in hospitalized individuals diagnosed with T1DM (n = 71) and T2DM (n = 185), who experienced hypoglycemic episodes. This goal was achieved using separate univariate and multivariate linear regression analyses. The evaluated counterregulatory hormones included glucagon, growth hormone (GH), cortisol, and adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH), all measured during hypoglycemic episodes. Subsequently, the hormone levels were compared between patients diagnosed with T1DM and those with T2DM. Multiple imputation techniques were used to address missing data and rectify the dataset.
Results
Among patients with T2DM, multiple linear regression analysis revealed significant positive associations during hypoglycemia: fasting C-peptide levels were positively correlated with glucagon levels; male gender showed positive correlations with both GH and cortisol levels; hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) had positive correlations with ACTH levels; and polyneuropathy exhibited positive correlations with ACTH levels. Among patients with T1DM, multiple linear regression analysis disclosed a substantial positive link between nephropathy and cortisol levels during hypoglycemia. After adjusting for confounding factors, there were no significant differences in counterregulatory hormone levels during hypoglycemia between patients with T1DM and T2DM.
Conclusion
In patients with T2DM, elevated fasting C-peptide levels were associated with increased glucagon responses, and male gender was associated with enhanced GH and cortisol responses to hypoglycemia. Furthermore, elevated HbA1c levels and polyneuropathy were correlated with an increased ACTH response to hypoglycemia. Nephropathy in patients with T1DM was found to be associated with an augmented cortisol response during hypoglycemia. No significant differences in counterregulatory hormone levels during hypoglycemia were observed between patients with T1DM and T2DM.
Biofluorescent response in lumpfish Cyclopterus lumpus to a therapeutic procedure as assessed by hyperspectral imaging
Authors: Juhasz-Dora Thomas , Lindberg Stein-Kato , Karlsen Amanda , Ortega Samuel 
Published: September 2023

Abstract

The demand for lumpfish (Cyclopterus lumpus) as a biological control for salmon lice is increasing. However, lumpfish welfare is considered a limiting factor within aquaculture operations. Identifying a noninvasive parameter that measures subclinical stress in lumpfish is a key goal for improving their welfare. The lumpfish is amongst many marine species documented to biofluoresce within the blue shifted light of their environment. Lumpfish (n = 80) underwent a 3-hour freshwater bath therapeutant to evaluate whether fluorescence spectra produced by the species responds to external stimuli. Lumpfish were quickly scanned under a hyperspectral camera (400–1000 nm spectral range) prior to and after treatment. Here we show that lumpfish fluorescence responds to freshwater exposure within a controlled experiment. All three experimental groups increased their fluorescence in response to treatment, though the level of change depended on whether the averaged, red, or green spectra was analyzed; the control group remained consistent. The mean emission spectra differ between groups, particularly between 690 to 750 nm. All lumpfish emit green fluorescence while a segment (49%) produced red fluorescence. As lumpfish fluorescence shifts in response to the applied therapeutant, this study provides insight into how fluorescence may be incorporated into the welfare management of an aquatic species.
Experimental hut and field evaluation of a metofluthrin based spatial repellent against pyrethroid resistant Anopheles funestus in Siaya County, western Kenya
Authors: Agumba Silas , Moshi Vincent , Muchoki Margaret , Omondi Seline , Kosgei Jackline , Walker Edward D. , Abong’o Bernard , Achee Nicole , Grieco John , Ochomo Eric 
Published: September 2023

Abstract
Background
Sustained transmission of malaria, despite high coverage of indoor-based interventions (including long-lasting insecticidal nets and indoor residual spraying of insecticides), may be attributable to exposure of people to infectious bites outdoors or at times other than when people are sleeping under bed nets, or to insecticide resistance. Spatial repellents (SR) may complement current vector control tools and provide coverage under these conditions of residual transmission. Here we assessed the efficacy of a metofluthrin based SR in reducing exposure to pyrethroid-resistant Anopheles funestus in Siaya County, western Kenya.
Methods
The active ingredient, metofluthrin, was vaporized into the air by heat generated from an emanator configured to a liquid petroleum gas (LPG) canister, placed inside experimental huts (Phase 1) or outdoors (Phase 2). Phase 1 evaluated effects of combustion of LPG gas with no metofluthrin, as in use of an LPG cook stove indoors; or vaporization by LPG combustion of metofluthrin for 1, 2, 4, or 12 hours; on indoor mosquito density as measured by landing rate on humans and aspiration of mosquitoes from hut walls, as well as mosquito knockdown and mortality rates. Phase 2 evaluated the protective range of the SR product while emanating from the centre of a team of mosquito collectors sitting outdoors in north, south, east, and west directions at 1.5, 3 and 6 meters from the emanating device.
Results
Combustion of LPG with a cook stove increased density of Anopheles funestus indoors by 51% over controls with no cook stove. In contrast, huts with metofluthrin vaporized with LPG combustion had lower indoor densities of Anopheles funestus (99.3% less than controls), with knockdown and mortality rates of 95.5 and 87.7% respectively in the mosquitoes collected in the treated huts. In the outdoor study (Phase 2), the outdoor landing rate was significantly lower at 1.5 and 3 m compared to 6 m away from the emanator.
Conclusion
Vaporized metofluthrin almost completely prevented An. funestus landing indoors and led to 10 times lower landing rates within 10ft of the emanator outdoors, the first product to demonstrate such potential. Cooking with LPG inside the house could increase exposure to Anopheles mosquito bites but the use of the metofluthrin canister eliminates this risk.
Field-evolved resistance of Rachiplusia nu to Cry1Ac Bt soybean in Argentina
Authors: Hill Jorge G , Jerez Paula G Páez , Linares Facundo J Herrera , Alzogaray Raúl A , Vera MT Teresa , Pereira Eliseu J G 
Published: September 2023

Abstract

Large-scale adoption of genetically engineered soybeans expressing insecticidal proteins fromBacillus thuringiensis(Bt) in South America allow us to understand the ability of pest populations to evolve resistance to Bt crops. Here, we examined the susceptibility ofRachiplusia nu(Guenée) andChrysodeixis includens(Walker) (Noctuidae: Plusiinae) collected from Cry1Ac Bt and non-Bt soybean fields in Argentina, specifically in the Provinces of Santiago del Estero (Rnu-SE), Córdoba (Rnu-COR), and Tucumán (Cin-TUC), to Cry1Ac toxin. In Cry1Ac-overlay bioassays, the lethal concentration to kill 50% of the larvae (LC50) of Rnu-COR and Cin-TUC populations were 113 and 1,500 ng/cm2, respectively. The lower limit of the LC50value for Rnu-SE larvae was > 21,679 ng/cm2, at least 14-fold the LC50value for Cin-TUC larvae and at least 192-fold the LC50value for Rnu-COR larvae. A similar pattern emerged from the effective Cry1Ac concentrations that inhibited 50% of larval growth. In larval feeding assays using Bt soybean leaves, Rnu-SE insects had higher survival rates than Rnu-COR and Cin-TUC ones. In behavioral assays with Bt and non-Bt soybean plants, theR. numoths showed a strong oviposition preference for the Cry1Ac Bt over non-Bt soybean plants. These results indicate that a population ofR. nuevolved Cry1Ac resistance in Argentina, consistent with the increased number of plusiine loopers causing unexpected damage in Cry1Ac Bt soybean fields. That may correlate with moth oviposition behavior, and further research should guide locally adapted strategies to minimize the resistance drawbacks and maximize the benefits of Bt crops.
Paenibacillus jiangxiensis sp. nov., isolated from lakeside soil
Authors: QM Xu , Liu Bin , Wan Yingying , Jiang Xueting , Mao Dongmei , Chen Gang , Cheng Dan , He Jian , Shen Qirong 
Published: September 2023

Abstract
A Gram-stain-positive, facultatively anaerobic, rod-shaped bacterium, designated JX-17T, was isolated from a lakeside soil sample collected in Jiangxi Province, PR China. Growth was observed at 15–48°C (optimum 37°C), at pH 5.0–9.0 (optimum pH 7.0) and with 0–5.0% (w/v) NaCl (optimum 1.0%). Strain JX-17T showed less than 95.3% 16S rRNA gene sequence similarity with species of the genus Paenibacillus. In the phylogenetic tree based on 16S rRNA gene sequences, strain JX-17T was clustered in the genus Paenibacillus and formed a subclade with P. gelatinilyticus PG1T (95.2%), P. bovis BD3526T (94.9%), P. wulumuqiensis Y24T (94.9%) and P. shenyangensis A9T (94.3%). The major cellular fatty acids were anteiso-C15:0, iso-C16:0, anteiso-C17:0 and C16:0, the predominant respiratory quinone was MK-7, the major polar lipids were diphosphatidylglycerol, phosphatidylethanolamine, phosphatidylglycerol, an unidentified glycolipid, an aminophospholipid and a phosphatidylinositol. The diagnostic diamino acid of the peptidoglycan was meso-diaminopimelic acid, and the DNA G + C content was 50.1 mol%. Based on the phylogenetic, phenotypic and chemotaxonomic characteristics, strain JX-17T represents a novel species within the genus Paenibacillus, for which the name Paenibacillus jiangxiensis sp. nov is proposed, with strain JX-17T (= KCTC 92851T = CCTCC AB 2022396T) as the type strain.
Insulin/C-peptide molar ratio is not influenced by plasma glucose level in patients with EIAS
Authors: Zhang Linshan , Yao Fei , Lu Zhiqiang , Li Xiaoying , Li Xiaomu , Chen Hong 
Published: September 2023

Abstract

Background
Exogenous insulin antibody syndrome (EIAS) can lead to induction of insulin antibody and sequentially recurrent hypoglycemia in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM). Insulin to C-peptide molar ratio (I/C ratio) is used to judge the reason of hypoglycemia when it occurs, however its change under different glucose level in EIAS is unknown.
Methods
Data from patients with T2DM and EIAS who were admitted to the department of endocrinology were retrospectively analyzed from January 2018 to March 2020.
Results
A total of 16 patients with T2DM and EIAS were included. All patients reported symptoms of hypoglycemia. The average age of the EIAS patients was 65.7 ± 9.6 years, and the average duration of diabetes was 14.2 ± 7.3 years. Among these patients, 6 were using Novolin 30R, 4 were using with Humalog Mix 25, 2 were using with Novolin N, NovoMix30, Humalog and Lantus, respectively. Patients were then divided into one group with detected hypoglycemia and the other group with undetected hypoglycemia. No significant differences were observed between the two groups in terms of liver and kidney functions, hemoglobin and HbA1c. Similarly, no differences were found in levels of insulin and C-peptide, as well as I/C ratio when the glucose level changed. All 16 patients ceased insulin therapy, and no hypoglycemia occurred after transition to oral drugs.
Conclusion
I/C ratio is not influenced by plasma glucose level in patients with T2DM and EIAS. Therefore, it could be tested regardless of glucose level in patients with EIAS.
Enhancing Outpatient Follow-Up Efficacy through AI-Assisted Medical Technology
Authors: Yang Shuyue , Huang Yufei , Jin Wei , You Chao , Wang Jian , Liu Yinghui , Chen Guangyu , Wang Yaosheng , Zhang Xi , Sun Xin , Wang Rui 
Published: September 2023

Abstract
Background
The responsibility of managing chronic diseases and executing postoperative follow-ups imposes a significant workload on medical professionals. The current absence of unified and consolidated plans to improve follow-up efficiency led to our exploration of the impact of varying patient follow-up procedures on compliance levels, with an objective to develop a more effective follow-up strategy.
Methods
A cohort comprising a total of 14,012 patients from seven hospitals located across five provinces in China was subjected to a follow-up questionnaire delivered via one of four methods: a phone call, a text message, WeChat, or an AI-assisted procedure. Each method's efficacy was assessed based on the completion rate of the follow-up questionnaires. Further, comparisons were drawn among these methods considering diverse patient characteristics such as age and gender and considering the date and time of the follow-up.
Results
The average completion rate across all follow-up questionnaires was calculated at 86.6% (standard deviation: 19.56%). Among the methods, phone calls boasted the highest completion rate of 99.97%, followed by WeChat at 89.48%, and finally, AI at 85.55%. Regardless of the method employed, women displayed significantly higher completion rates than men (OR: 2.39, 95% CI: 2.202.60, P < 0.001). In the case of patients over 50 years of age, the AI method demonstrated a significantly higher completion rate than both text messages and WeChat, even though phone calls still dominated with the highest completion rate. As the number of questions in the questionnaire increased, the completion rates saw a consistent drop across all methods. Notably, participant compliance was higher during working weekday mornings than non-working mornings (OR: 1.92, 95% CI: 1.622.28, P < 0.001). Despite variations in age and gender, AI emerged as the most potent method, with completion rates hitting 71.47% in men aged between 40–49 years during non-working hours on a workday, and 94.79% in women aged under 40 years on non-working days.
Conclusions
While the AI follow-up method did not outperform traditional methods in terms of completion rate, it did represent the best approach for obtaining patient data across a wide range of demographics and times.