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Enhancement of plasmonic coupling on Si metallized with intense femtosecond laser pulses
Authors: Miyaji Godai , Tateda Mika , Iida Yuto 
Published: August 2023

Abstract
Using a pump-probe technique, the reflectivity of a silicon grating surface irradiated with intense femtosecond (fs) laser pulses was measured as a function of the incidence angle and the delay time between pulses. After irradiating the surface with the pump pulse, the reflectivity exhibited an abrupt decrease for an incidence angle of ~ 24°. The depth of the dip was greatest for a delay time of 0.6–10 ps, for which the reflectivity around the dip was highest. The surface was also found to be ablated most strongly for the conditions causing the deepest dip for a delay time of 5–10 ps. Surface plasmon polaritons (SPPs) on silicon metallized by an intense fs pulse are resonantly excited by the subsequent fs pulse, and that strong coherent coupling between the fs pulse and SPPs excited on the molten Si surface produced by high-density free electrons induces strong surface ablation due to the intense plasmonic near-field. The results clearly show that fs pulses can be used to significantly modulate the nature of nonmetallic materials and could possibly serve as a basic tool for the excitation of SPPs on nonmetallic materials using ultrafast laser–matter interactions.
Symmetric supercapacitor based on lamellar coal pitch-derived mesoporous activated carbon
Authors: Li Shuo , Zhu Yue , Fu Ning , Wang Hao , Luo JiaHuan , Wang Jing , Zhang ChuanXiang 
Published: August 2023

Abstract
Mesoporous activated carbon acquired from coal pitch was produced by an elementary activation process utilizing coal pitch, a coproduct of coal tar production, as a precursor material. The activated carbon CP-AC-700 with obvious pore characteristics was obtained by carbonizing the pre-carbonized coal pitch at 700°C with KOH as the activator. The CP-AC-700 exhibited excellent double-layer electrochemical performance in the three-electrode electrochemical testing system. After three-electrode testing, the material had a specific capacitance of 356 F·g− 1 at a current density of 1 A·g− 1. Assembled bilayer supercapacitor was tested in a two-electrode system. At a power density of 500·21 W·kg− 1, the corresponding energy density reached 10.15 Wh·kg− 1. Following 5000 charge/discharge cycles conducted under constant current conditions, the symmetric supercapacitor exhibited a capacity retention rate of 93.02%. Porous activated carbon prepared from coal pitch showed excellent electrochemical properties as a supercapacitor electrode material and proved to be a promising electrode material with double-layer capacitance.
Coating silicalite-1 with hollow structure by TS-1 shell as support of Au: Preparation and enhanced catalytic stability for direct propylene epoxidation
Authors: Ping Chengxin , Lin Maosheng , Guo Qirui , Ma Weihua 
Published: August 2023

Abstract
For conventional titanium silicalite-1 (TS-1), it is easy to generate carbon deposition for direct propylene epoxidation to produce propylene oxide (PO). And carbon deposition will influence the mass transfer and devitalize the catalyst. In this work, H-S-1 with hollow structure is synthesized. Using silicalite-1 (S-1) and H-S-1 as the core, TS-1/S-1 and TS-1/H-S-1 are successfully prepared. Compared to Au/TS-1, the best Au/TS-1/ S-1 and Au/TS-1/H-S-1 show good catalytic stability over 50 h. In addition, TGA, NH3-TPD and XPS analysis are used to elucidate the root cause of the unique catalytic stability. The weight of carbon deposition of Au/TS-1/H-S-1 (2.73 wt%) and Au/TS-1/S-1 (2.875 wt%) is much less than that of Au/TS-1 (6.29 wt%). And the silicon hydroxyl group decreases and the hydrophobicity increases, which can promote the desorption of products, and improve PO selectivity. This work provides a promising strategy for the design and synthesis of Au/TS-1 with high efficiency.
Effect of UV-B radiation and liquid smoke on Physicochemical characterization of Salvia macrosiphon gum based edible films
Authors: Amininasab Seyed Mohammad Hossein , Hojjati Mohammad , Noshad Mohammad , Soltani Mostafa 
Published: August 2023

Abstract
In this study, the impacts of UV-B radiation and liquid smoke (LS) on the barrier, physicochemical, thermal, and mechanical characteristics of Salvia macrosiphon seed gum (SSG) based edible films were evaluated. LS enabled a considerable rise in the SSG film thickness in comparison with the control, so the impact of raising UV-B irradiation was insignificant. Incorporating LS into film composition also influenced the films' colors, lowering the L* values. Solubility was reduced when LS was integrated into film composition. Furthermore, utilizing UV-B treatment declined the SSG film's solubility and water vapor permeability. The addition of LS raised the SSG films' tensile strength (TS). The SSG films' elongation at break declined in an LS-level manner. Further, UV-B treatment increased TS. Results of FTIR showed LS and UV-B radiation could produce new connections between the starch chains. UV-B-irradiation induced the polymer chain to dissociate. The control film possessed an uneven and coarse surface and lower thermal stability. However, the unevenness was reduced with the LS and UV-B radiation. The finding suggest the UV-B radiation and LS could be considered a sustainable, convenient, and accessible method for altering the properties of SSG-based films.
Representation Aggregation and Propagation Transformer for 3D Point Cloud Analysis
Authors: Zhong Qi , Yang Lu , Han Xian-Feng 
Published: August 2023

Abstract
The unstructured property challenges the applications of deep learning methods to understand 3D point clouds. While the recent appearance of Transformer architecture provides an ideal solution to address the aforementioned problem. Therefore, based on Transformer's permutation invariance and capability of building long-range context relationship, in this paper we propose an end-to-end Representation Aggregation and Propagation Transformer (RAPFormer) architecture for 3D point cloud analysis. Specifically, two core components, termed Point-wise Double Transformer and Channel-wise Double Transformer modules, are well designed for explicitly capturing interdependencies among points and channels, respectively. And both models consist of two key operations: aggregation attention mapping the point-wise/channel-wise feature maps into a global space, and propagation attention diffusing the aggregated features back to the input points or channels. We illustrate the effectiveness and competitiveness via extensive quantitative and qualitative experiments on 3D shape classification and segmentation benchmark datasets.
Use of Ultrasonography Combined with Dermoscopy for Diagnosis of Early Psoriatic Arthritis and Early Seronegative Rheumatoid Arthritis
Authors: Elkhouly Radwa Mostafa , Hamdy Dina , Gazzar Nagat Mohamed El , Khalaf Hamdy Ahmed , Hussein Mervat Ismail , Attar yasmina El 
Published: August 2023

Abstract
Rheumatoid and psoriatic arthritis (RA and PsA, respectively) are common types of inflammatory arthritis. Differentiating between the two diseases in their early stages is challenging, especially in the absence of diagnostic biomarkers and specific psoriatic lesions. Our aim was to evaluate the role of musculoskeletal ultrasonography (MSUS) and dermoscopy in the diagnosis of PsA and RA. Sixty patients with early hand arthritis diagnosed as seronegative RA, seropositive RA, or PsA were enrolled in this case-control study. All patients underwent rheumatological and dermatological clinical assessments and MSUS and dermoscopic examinations. All patients were followed up after one year of recommended treatment. Wrist and metacarpophalangeal joint (MCP) synovitis and erosions were higher in patients with RA than in those with PsA. The MSUS features of PsA, including distal interphalangeal joint (DIP) synovitis, flexor tenosynovitis, central slip enthesitis, and DIP enthesitis, were significantly higher in the PsA group than in the RA group. In addition, dermoscopic scalp, nail, and elbow findings of psoriasis are more commonly found in PsA than in RA. Similar MSUS and dermoscopic differences were detected after one year of follow-up. The sensitivity and specificity of at least one MSUS feature for PsA diagnosis were 90% and 62%, respectively, whereas those of combined MSUS and nail dermoscopy were 42% and 100%, respectively. We concluded that Both MSUS and dermoscopy could differentiate patients with PsA from those with RA, and combining both modalities may increase the likelihood of accurate diagnosis.
In silico analysis of the inhibition of propanediol dehydratase by some active compounds of Curcumna longa: A promising drug-based therapy for managing Crohn's disease
Authors: Ojo Deborah , Onyeaghala Chimaroke , Adu Oluwaseun , Giwa Abdulazeez 
Published: August 2023

Abstract
Crohn’s disease (CD) is a complex inflammatory bowel disease with a global impact on healthcare systems. This study explores potential therapeutic strategies against CD, focusing on inhibiting propanediol dehydratase (PduC), an enzyme linked to intestinal inflammation. In silico homology modeling was employed to predict the tertiary structure of PduC, and subsequent molecular docking with 182 phytochemicals from Curcuma longa (CL) was performed. The docking results revealed seven active compounds with superior binding affinities compared to azathioprine, a standard CD treatment. These compounds, including cyclocurcumin, curcumin, and demethoxycurcumin, exhibited strong anti-inflammatory properties through modulation of inflammatory molecules in the body. ADMET evaluation indicated their potential as drug candidates, demonstrating favorable pharmacokinetic properties. Furthermore, the compounds displayed interactions with amino acid residues in PduC’s active site, essential for inhibitory action. The study emphasizes the need for further in vitro, in vivo, and clinical trials to validate CL compounds’ effectiveness against CD. Although the findings provide valuable insights into potential therapeutic targets for CD, more extensive investigations are necessary to confirm the compounds’ inhibitory potential and pave the way for the development of novel drugs for CD management.
Investigation of the Relative Contributions of Distress Tolerance, Anxiety Sensitivity, and Experiential Avoidance to Predisposing of Disordered Eating
Authors: Mayeli Peyman , Yousefi Shahab , Ashouri Ahmad 
Published: August 2023

AbstractBackground Disordered eating refers to a range of unhealthy eating behaviors and related clinical symptoms that can impair daily functioning and lead to physical and psychological issues. This highlights the need to explore the complex pathology of this phenomenon. Emotional functioning difficulties are often linked to disordered eating behaviors. This study investigated the predictive ability of three transdiagnostic emotion regulation constructs (distress tolerance, anxiety sensitivity, and experiential avoidance) in relation to disordered eating in a non-clinical population. Methods A total of 253 undergraduate students from Tehran universities were selected using a convenience sampling method and completed the Eating Attitude Test (EAT-26), Distress Tolerance Scale (DTS), Anxiety Sensitivity Index (ASI-3), and Acceptance and Action Questionnaire (AAQ-II). The research data were analyzed using descriptive statistics, Pearson correlation, and multiple linear regression. Results The findings revealed significant relationships between disordered eating and distress tolerance, anxiety sensitivity, and experiential avoidance. The regression analysis indicated that these variables collectively accounted for 53% of the variance in disordered eating, with distress tolerance having the most significant explanatory role. Conclusions Our results demonstrated that transdiagnostic constructs such as distress tolerance, anxiety sensitivity, and experiential avoidance can significantly predict disordered eating. This knowledge may be valuable in the development of preventive and therapeutic transdiagnostic protocols for individuals displaying disordered eating symptoms and behaviors or those at risk of developing clinical eating disorders.
Estimation of relaxation times during free evolution from the SECSY signal of an electron-nuclear spin-coupled system in a γ-irradiated malonic acid single crystal
Authors: Salahi Hamid Reza , Misra Sushil. K. 
Published: August 2023

Abstract
The relaxation times T2,' characterizing the allowed and T2'', characterizing the forbidden and coherence cross resonances, during free evolutions over the coherent pathways p = ±1 are estimated from the SECSY (Spin Echo Correlation Spectroscopy) signal of the electron-nuclear spin-coupled system in a γ-irradiated malonic acid single crystal. This is accomplished by fitting the intensities of the two main peaks in the Fourier transform of the SECSY signal reported by Lee, Patyal and Freed (J. Chem. Phys. 98, 3665 (1993)) to T2' and T2''. The values of the fitted relaxation times T2'=500 ns, T2"=50,000 ns, reveal that the relaxation via the allowed resonance is two orders of magnitude faster than that via the forbidden and cross resonances. Full details of the calculation exploiting the Liouville von Neumann equation are presented.
PACS: 76.30.-v, 76.70.Dx
Quality of life following transobturator sling surgery for female stress urinary incontinence
Authors: Fernández Cristina Gómez , Naveiro Ana Otero , Mayán Andrea Raña , López Marta Pérez , López Pilar Martínez , Fernández Eugenio Paz 
Published: August 2023

Abstract

Purpose: This descriptive study examines quality of life in women undergoing placement of a midurethral sling for stress urinary incontinence.
Methods: This was aretrospective cohort study based on data from 51 women consecutivelyundergoing this procedure at our hospital in the years 2014 and 2015. The main outcome variable was quality of life assessed through the Sandvick severity test and International Consultation on Incontinence Short Quality of Life Questionnaire (ICIQ-IU-SF) at the time points baseline or presurgery, and 6 months and 5 years postsurgery Factors associated with treatment failure were determined through binary logistic regression.
Results:Five years after surgery, quality of life scores were good. The rate of treatment failure was 12%. Multiparity and previous gynaecological surgery were identified as predisposing factors for treatment failure. Obesity was associated with a worse treatment outcome.
Conclusion: Sling treatment for incontinence was successful in most participants and remained effective 5 years after surgery in terms of quality of life.
Cell wall of Lactobacillus sporogenes has high affinity for binding and removing arsenic from water
Authors: Rana Navya , Kumar Sunil , Kumar Arun , Ghosh Ashok , Kumar Ranjit 
Published: August 2023

Abstract
Groundwater arsenic contamination causes health hazards in more than 30 countries worldwide. It causes serious health hazards in arsenic arsenic-exposed populations. Existing arsenic removal technologies are not very effective in the removal of arsenic due to high costs, the requirement of continuous power supply, and honor ship conflict in rural areas. The present study focuses on the arsenic removal potential of Lactobacillus sporogenes. In this study, Lactobacillus sporogenes were incubated in 50 ppb, 100 ppb, and 200 ppb standard solution of arsenic for 2 hours, 4 hours, 8 hours, 24 hours, and 48 hours. The solutions were filtered for separation of arsenic conjugates binds on the cell wall of Lactobacillus sporogenes from water samples. The arsenic remains in filtered water samples were also measured. A maximum of 95% arsenic was removed from the water in the 4-hour incubation group. The bacterial cell wall was further analyzed to find arsenic bound with Lactobacillus. It was observed that out of all arsenic removed almost 87.5% of arsenic was recovered from bacterial cell walls. Such a high level of recovery of arsenic from bacterial walls confirmed a high affinity of arsenic binding with the cell wall of Lactobacillus sporogenes. These findings suggest that Lactobacillus sporogenes may act as potent arsenic-removing agents from water in the future.
Early ontogeny of the African bony-tongue (Heterotis niloticus) and effects of Artemia and rotifer live feeds on larval digestive enzyme activity and performance
Authors: Ofori-Darkwah Prince , Adjei-Boateng Daniel , Edziyie Regina Esi , Agbo Nelson Winston , Lund Ivar 
Published: August 2023

Abstract
High larval and fry mortality has been a major challenge to the commercial culture of the African bony-tongue (Heterotis niloticus). Research indicates inadequate feeding as the possible cause of the high mortality of larvae/fry grown in captivity. An experiment was conducted to first describe the developmental stages of H. niloticus eggs and larvae until schooling, 6 days after-hatch (DAH) at 26°C. The morphological development, survival, growth (weight gain and length), and swimming behavior of the larvae were monitored. In a second set-up a feeding trial was conducted with H. niloticus fry from 6–27 DAH and four treatments: Artemia nauplii; A combined ration of 50% Artemia nauplii and 50% rotifers (w/w); Rotifers; - and fry not fed. The activity of three digestive enzymes (trypsin, lipase, and amylase) were determined in fry exposed to the live feed treatments. At hatching, the larvae had a large, vascularized yolk sac filled with yolk platelets, which occupied about one-third of the total body length of the abdominal cavity. Yolk platelet reabsorption started 1 DAH and was completely absorbed 6 DAH. Metamorphosis was completed at 6 DAH and schooling behavior observed. For the feeding trial, the fry that received Artemia nauplii had the fastest development until 27 DAH. Similarly, the survival rate was considerably higher in fry fed Artemia nauplii, than those that received a combination of Artemia nauplii and rotifers, or only rotifers. Overall, the survival rate for fry fed Artemia nauplii and larvae co-fed were 72.7 ± 0.9% and 41.2 ± 3.3%, respectively. Fry did not survive until 27 DAH in the rotifer-fed and non-fed treatments. The digestive enzyme activity differed significantly (p < 0.05) between treatments and sampling dates. All digestive enzymes were detectable at the onset of mouth opening (5DAH) and fluctuated through the 7 and 9 DAH. A lower enzyme activity were observed when fry were subjected to starvation or the rotifer treatment. Results obtained in this study give prospects for future aquaculture success of this species
Improvised Multi-Factor Authentication for End-User Security in Cyber Physical System
Authors: Maranco M. , Manikandan V. , M Sivakumar , N Krishnarajj 
Published: August 2023

Abstract
End-user security is the most important thing in day-to-day life. We use a security system for household appliances, vehicles, smartphones, etc., to protect and safeguard our things and the environment. The Cyber Physical System (CPS) contains an internet-enabled digital component. CPS security is applied in many areas, such as transport, healthcare, and all industry 4.0 applications. Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) is one of the traditional authentications that helps enhance the security level in CPS. The typical authentication method contains a strong password, biometrics, etc. Even though the current end-user security system has implemented a legacy digital control mechanism, the system has a higher chance of getting compromised through malicious activities. The major point of the MFA approach is that intruders can be blocked at any level of the authentication scheme. This study aims at developing a secure and efficient authentication gateway. The proposed system presents enhancements to end-user security using MFA techniques. Three distinct works in this study use MFA technique. The MFA technique consists of three distinct layers. The end-user's geo-location is considered the first security gateway by the user distance within the range of CPS and validates the user's current position with predefined geo-location logic. One Time Password (OTP) send through e-mail is used for the second layer. Hash algorithms such as SHA256 or SALTING use the third layer implementation. The typical CPS needs to authorize and authenticate the user's identity to ensure end-users identification in the modern security system. Efficient and secure multi-factor authentication techniques designed and evaluated on end-user digital health applications and obtained the results with the accuracy of 95.50%, 97.50% and 96.40% respect to three distinct layer authentications. The developed system also analyzed the formal and informal verifications against to the various attacks.
Acceptance and utilization of web-based self-help for caregivers of children with externalizing disorders
Authors: Wähnke Laura , Plück Julia , Bodden Mikel , Ernst Angela , Klemp Marie-Theres , Mühlenmeister Judith , Döpfner Manfred 
Published: August 2023

Abstract
Background.
Web-based self-help interventions for parents of children with ADHD and other externalizing disorders have been proven to be effective. In order to recommend individualized and optimized interventions, a better understanding of the acceptance and utilization of this innovative treatment approach is needed. Previous research has frequently employed subjective reports of utilization, but the validity of these studies may be limited.
Methods.
Data from the German WASH study were used. Participants (n = 276) were randomly assigned to the intervention condition (a) web-based self-help or (b) web-based self-help with optional telephone-based support calls. Data collection took place at baseline (T1) and 12 weeks later (T2). Utilization data were tracked using a log file generated for each participant at T2. Prediction models were calculated using CART (Classification and Regression Trees), a method known mostly from the field of machine learning.
Results.
Acceptance of the intervention was very high and the average number of logins corresponded to recommendations. Predictors of acceptance and predictors of utilization were similar and included, e.g., child’s externalizing symptoms, parental psychopathology, and above all additional telephone-based support by counselors.
Conclusions.
Through a detailed identification of acceptance and utilization, and the predictors thereof, we were able to gain a better understanding of the acceptance and utilization of web-assisted self-help for a parent management intervention in the treatment of children with ADHD and ODD. These findings can be used to recommend web-based interventions to particularly suitable families. It should be noted that some form of support is required for an intensive engagement with the content of the program.
Trial Registration:
The protocol of the study (German Clinical Trials Register DRKS00013456 conducted on January 3rd, 2018) was approved by the Ethics Committee of the University Hospital, Cologne.