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The effect of electric double layers, zeta potential and pH on apparent viscosity of non‐Brownian suspensions
Authors: Srinivasan Sudharsan , Van den Akker Harry E. A. , Shardt Orest 
Published: June 2023

AbstractWe carried out 3D simulations of monodisperse particle suspensions subjected to a constant shear rate with the view to investigate the effect of electrical double layers around the particles on apparent suspension viscosities. To this end, expressions for Debye length, zeta potential, and ionic strength (pH) of the liquid were incorporated into our in‐house lattice Boltzmann code that uses the immersed boundary method and includes subgrid lubrication models. We varied the solids concentration and particle radius, keeping the particle Reynolds number equal to 0.1. We report on results with respect to the effect of pH in the range 9 through 12 and of Debye length on apparent viscosity and spatial suspension structures, particularly at higher solids volume fractions, and on the effect of flow reversals.
Synthesis and Biodegradation of Optically Active Polymers Based on (R)‐3‐Hydroxybutyric Acid
Authors: Yokaryo Hiroto , Nakayama Atsuyoshi , Kawasaki Norioki , Yamano Naoko , Ida Sayuri , Tokiwa Yutaka 
Published: June 2023

AbstractPlastics contribute to several industrial activities, but they also cause environmental pollution. Additionally, they rely on an ever‐decreasing supply of natural, but non‐renewable, resources. Such plastics should be replaced by materials that are biodegradable and made from renewable resources such as polymers. They are synthesized from plant‐derived (R)‐3‐hydroxybutyric acid and l‐lactic acid meet these requirements. Most of the synthesized poly((R)‐3‐hydroxybutyrate‐co‐l‐lactate) with various monomer composition ratios were degraded by enzymes (PHB depolymerase or Proteinase K). Evaluation of biodegradability in activated sludge showed that copolymers with 80% or less of l‐lactic acid units were degraded.
One‐pot synthesis of bio‐polyol from vegetable oil for preparation of bio‐polyurethane based porous sorbent with high oil adsorption capacity
Authors: Hoang Phan Huy , Dat Nguyen Minh , Hung Bui Quang 
Published: June 2023

AbstractIn the present work, bio‐polyol has been synthesized via controlled hydroxylation from sunflower oil in one conversion step using a mixture of hydrogen peroxide and formic acid. The influences of various reaction conditions for bio‐polyol synthesis such as reaction time, temperature, the dosage of hydrogen peroxide, and formic acid were investigated. The bio‐polyol was obtained from sunflower oil with hydroxyl number of 180 mg KOH/g, and functionality of 3.5 OH groups/mol. The as‐synthesized sunflower oil‐based polyol was then used for replacing fossil‐based polyol in synthesis of bio‐based polyurethane (PU), which was then simultaneously combined with coir biomass filler to fabricate the porous material with high oil adsorption capacity. The oil adsorption capacity of the new bio‐based sorbent material was relatively high, up to 14.89 g/g. In comparison with pristine PU or lignocellulosic materials, the new sorbents had higher oil adsorption capacity.
Role of wood flour on processability of marine biodegradable poly (3‐hydroxybutyrate‐co‐3‐hydroxyhexanoate) (PHBH)/poly(butylene succinate‐co‐butylene adipate) (PBSA) blends in cast extrusion and thermoforming of take‐away food containers
Authors: Genovesi Annalisa , Aversa Clizia , Barletta Massimiliano , Cappiello Giulia , Lignola Chiara 
Published: June 2023

AbstractPlastic trays are among the most frequently occurring litter in the marine environment. The use of marine biodegradable materials to produce these items can be an effective solution to this phenomenon. Blends of Poly (3‐hydroxybutyrate‐co‐3‐hydroxyhexanoate) (PHBH) and Poly(butylene succinate‐co‐butylene adipate) (PBSA) were produced via twin screw extrusion, sheets were then produced via cast extrusion and thermoformed into trays. The role of wood flour to improve the processability of PHBH/PBSA blends was assessed. Wood flour facilitates the pellet cutting process and reduces the cycle time of the thermoforming process. The functional properties of the thermoformed trays at 100°C were improved by the introduction of wood flour. Marine disintegration slightly decreased, going from 18.4% to 13.6% at 42 weeks, the melt flow index slightly decreased whereas the crystallinity of the blend increased.
Active damping methods to suppress the payload swing by a 3‐degree of freedom cable‐driven parallel robot
Authors: Wang Shenghai , Jin Guoliang , Li Jian , Ren Zhaopeng , Chen Haiquan , Sun Yuqing 
Published: June 2023

AbstractMarine cranes play an important role in many hoisting scenes. However, due to the ship motion excitation and crane operation, the payload swing is unavoidable, hence putting the operators in danger. Thus, this paper proposes two active damping methods to suppress the payload swing by a 3‐DOF cable‐driven parallel robot (CDPR). First, the structure of the 3‐DOF CDPR is briefly introduced. Then, the dynamic model of the system is modeled as a constrained spherical pendulum with moving base excitations. Meanwhile, inspired by the air damping phenomenon, two active damping methods are presented to damp the payload swing naturally and smoothly. Furthermore, the payload swing under ship motion excitation and external hitting disturbances is analyzed, the influence mechanism of system damping parameters on the payload anti‐swing is discussed, and the robustness of the proposed damping methods is verified. By theoretical analysis and numerical simulations, some interesting discoveries are revealed: (1) the proposed damping methods can effectively suppress the big offset of payload swing angle inducing by external hitting disturbance, but the system might reach a dynamic equilibrium with a tilting hoist cable; (2) the phenomenon of “off‐center spherical pendulation” might be induced by improper setting of the damping parameters.
Development and validation of a nomogram to predict the recurrence of eyelid sebaceous gland carcinoma
Authors: Nie Zihan , Geng Jialu , Xu Xiaolin , Zhang Ruiheng , Li Dongmei 
Published: June 2023

AbstractPurposeEyelid sebaceous gland carcinoma (SGC) is a malignancy with fatal risk, high recurrence rate, and pagetoid spread. Thus, recurrence risk prediction and prompt treatment are extremely important. This study aimed to develop a nomogram to predict SGC recurrence based on potential risk factors.MethodsWe conducted a retrospective study to train and test a nomogram based on the clinical data of 391 patients across our hospital (304) and other grass‐roots hospitals (87). After Cox regression, predictors included in the nomogram were selected, and sensitivity, specificity, concordance index (C‐index), etc., were calculated to test their discrimination ability.ResultsAfter a median follow‐up period of 4.12 years, SGC recurred in 52 (17.11%) patients. The 1‐, 2‐, and 5‐year recurrence‐free survival rates were 88.3%, 85.4%, and 81.6%, respectively. We examined five risk factors, such as lymph node metastasis at initial diagnosis (hazard ratio [HR], 2.260; 95% confidence interval [CI], 1.021–5.007), Ki67 (HR, 1.036; 95% CI, 1.020–1.052), histology differentiation degree (HR, 2.274; 95% CI, 1.063–4.865), conjunctival pagetoid infiltration (HR, 2.100; 95% CI, 1.0058–4.167), and orbital involvement (HR, 4.764; 95% CI, 1.436–15.803). The model had good discrimination in both internal and external test sets. The model had good discrimination in both internal and external test sets. The sensitivity of the internal test and external test set were 0.722 and 0.806, respectively, and specificity of the internal test and external test set were 0.886 and 0.893, respectively.ConclusionWe examined the potential risk factors for eyelid SGC recurrence and constructed a nomogram, which complements the TNM system in terms of prediction, indicating that our nomogram has the potential to reach clinical significance. This nomogram has the potential to assist healthcare practitioners in promptly detecting patients who are at an elevated risk and in tailoring clinical interventions to meet their individualized needs.
Portal venous gas caused by barium swallow examination: An extremely rare clinical finding
Authors: Wakabayashi Takuya , Tominaga Kentaro , Sakamaki Akira , Terai Shuji 
Published: June 2023

Key Clinical MessageWe found an extremely rare case of PVG after a barium swallow examination. This may be related to vulnerable intestinal mucosa in the patient undergoing prednisolone treatment. Conservative therapy should be considered for patients with PVG without bowel ischemia or perforation. Caution should be exercised during barium examination undergoing prednisolone treatment.
A parathyroid cancer with soporous state, depression, and severe cognitive decline in acute renal failure
Authors: Vultaggio Federica , Martino Barbara , Nitro Letizia , Fuccillo Emanuela , Felisati Giovanni , De Pasquale Loredana 
Published: June 2023

Key Clinical MessageSoporous state in acute renal failure represent an atypical presentation of parathyroid cancer. Complete prompt investigations and diagnosis have a fundamental role in the management of this diseaseAbstractThis report describes a case of parathyroid carcinoma (PC) with an uncommon first clinical presentation: soporous state, depression, and severe cognitive decline in association with acute renal failure. After discovering extremely high serum calcium and parathyroid hormone (PTH) levels, the diagnosis of primary hyperparathyroidism (pHPT) was made and a surgical en bloc resection was performed. After the surgical intervention, the histological examination revealed the presence of a malignant parathyroid disease, thus confirming our first preoperative suspicion.
Long‐life lithium batteries enabled by a pseudo‐oversaturated electrolyte
Authors: Yu Youchun , Wang Simeng , Zhang Juyan , Qian Weiwei , Zhang Nana , Shao Guangjie , Bian Haiyan , Liu Yuwen , Zhang Lan 
Published: June 2023

AbstractThe specific energy of Li metal batteries (LMBs) can be improved by using high‐voltage cathode materials; however, achieving long‐term stable cycling performance in the corresponding system is particularly challenging for the liquid electrolyte. Herein, a novel pseudo‐oversaturated electrolyte (POSE) is prepared by introducing 1,1,2,2‐tetrafluoroethyl‐2,2,3,3‐tetrafluoropropyl ether (TTE) to adjust the coordination structure between diglyme (G2) and lithium bis(trifluoromethanesulfonyl)imide (LiTFSI). Surprisingly, although TTE shows little solubility to LiTFSI, the molar ratio between LiTFSI and G2 in the POSE can be increased to 1:1, which is much higher than that of the saturation state, 1:2.8. Simulation and experimental results prove that TTE promotes closer contact of the G2 molecular with Li+ in the POSE. Moreover, it also participates in the formation of electrolyte/electrode interphases. The electrolyte shows outstanding compatibility with both the Li metal anode and typical high‐voltage cathodes. Li||Li symmetric cells show a long life of more than 2000 h at 1 mA cm−2, 1 mAh cm−2. In the meantime, Li||LiNi0.8Co0.1Mn0.1O2 (NCM811) cell with the POSE shows a high reversible capacity of 134.8 mAh g−1 after 900 cycles at 4.5 V, 1 C rate. The concept of POSE can provide new insight into the Li+ solvation structure and in the design of advanced electrolytes for LMBs.
Recent Progress of Fuel‐Driven Temporary Materials
Authors: Wang Guangtong , Nan Mengmeng , Guo Kangle , Pan Yaqi , Jia Tao , Liu Shaoqin 
Published: June 2023

Comprehensive SummaryFuel‐driven dissipative self‐assembly, which is a well‐established concept in recent years, refers to out‐of‐equilibrium molecular self‐assembly initiated and supported by the addition of active molecules (chemical fuel). It widely exists in nature since many temporary, active micro‐ or nanostructures in living bodies are generated by the dissipative self‐assembly of biomolecules. Therefore, the study on dissipative self‐assembly provides a good opportunity to have an insight into the microscopic mechanism of living organisms. In the meantime, dissipative assembly is thought to be a potential pathway to achieve dynamic, temporary supramolecular materials. Recently, a number of temporary materials have been developed with the aid of strategies for realizing dissipative self‐assembly. Some of their properties, including solubility, stiffness, turbidity, color, or self‐healing ability, change upon the addition of chemical fuel but spontaneously restore with chemical fuel consumption. The dynamic of these materials brings them various unprecedented functions. In this review, the principles of fabricating a fuel‐driven temporary material are first reviewed. Subsequently, recent examples of fuel‐driven temporary materials are emphatically summarized, including gels, self‐erased inks, nanoreactors, self‐healing materials, nanochannels, and droplets. Finally, the challenges of developing fuel‐driven temporary materials and some perspectives on the function and application of such kind of materials are discussed.
Outcomes after definitive radiation therapy for localized prostate cancer in a national health care delivery system
Authors: Herr Daniel J. , Elliott David A. , Duchesne Gillian , Stensland Kristian D. , Caram Megan E. V. , Chapman Christina , Burns Jennifer A. , Hollenbeck Brent K. , Sparks Jordan B. , Shin Chris , Zaslavsky Alexander , Tsodikov Alexander , Skolarus Ted A. 
Published: June 2023

AbstractPurposeAccurate information regarding real‐world outcomes after contemporary radiation therapy for localized prostate cancer is important for shared decision‐making. Clinically relevant end points at 10 years among men treated within a national health care delivery system were examined.MethodsNational administrative, cancer registry, and electronic health record data were used for patients undergoing definitive radiation therapy with or without concurrent androgen deprivation therapy within the Veterans Health Administration from 2005 to 2015. National Death Index data were used through 2019 for overall and prostate cancer–specific survival and identified date of incident metastatic prostate cancer using a validated natural language processing algorithm. Metastasis‐free, prostate cancer–specific, and overall survival using Kaplan–Meier methods were estimated.ResultsAmong 41,735 men treated with definitive radiation therapy, the median age at diagnosis was 65 years and median follow‐up was 8.7 years. Most had intermediate (42%) and high‐risk (33%) disease, with 40% receiving androgen deprivation therapy as part of initial therapy. Unadjusted 10‐year metastasis‐free survival was 96%, 92%, and 80% for low‐, intermediate‐, and high‐risk disease. Similarly, unadjusted 10‐year prostate cancer–specific survival was 98%, 97%, and 90% for low‐, intermediate‐, and high‐risk disease. The unadjusted overall survival was lower across increasing disease risk categories at 77%, 71%, and 62% for low‐, intermediate‐, and high‐risk disease (p < .001).ConclusionsThese data provide population‐based 10‐year benchmarks for clinically relevant end points, including metastasis‐free survival, among patients with localized prostate cancer undergoing radiation therapy using contemporary techniques. The survival rates for high‐risk disease in particular suggest that outcomes have recently improved.
Machine learning based secure and efficient task allocation in multi‐cloud
Authors: Patil Bhushan , Ket Satish 
Published: June 2023

SummaryTask scheduling is a critical problem in the cloud computing environment since it has a significant impact on the system's performance. Security and robust based task allocation model improves the security of real‐time solicitations whereas preserving a high‐level performance of the data center. Here, to minimize the makespan in task allocation existing research proposed a bio‐inspired algorithm in a multi‐cloud environment, but, it needs more memory to update velocity and increases the processing time. Therefore, this research proposed a Machine Learning based Secure and Efficient Task Allocation in Multi‐Cloud Environment. First, the proposed model has a task classifier module that categorizes the matching it to the appropriate VM type for the task that was submitted. The next is the task allocation module, in which, an Intellectual Gravitational Search‐Genetic Algorithm is suggested to allocate the task to a VM. The tasks are distributed to the VMs in the order specified after the allocating phase in which they will be executed. Finally, to secure the task allocation in multi‐cloud, this research proposed a Naïve Bayes module to detect the attacks. The models and experimental findings demonstrate that our proposed approach produces a shorter makespan, lower cost, improved resource utilization, and better trade‐off between time and economic cost. It is more dependable and effective in multi‐cloud environment.
Relationship between stem diameter and whole‐tree transpiration across young, mature and old‐growth ponderosa pine forests under wet and dry soil conditions
Authors: Tsuruta Kenji , Kwon Hyojung , Law Beverly E. , Kume Tomonori 
Published: June 2023

AbstractPrevious studies have reported cross‐site relationships between stem diameter at breast height (DBH) and whole‐tree transpiration (Qt) across a variety of species and locations. These relationships enable us to estimate canopy transpiration rates using DBH data from forest inventory networks worldwide. However, transpiration responses to environmental conditions such as soil moisture often depend on tree species and age, suggesting that the DBH–Qt relationship varies with soil moisture conditions. In the present study, we collated Qt of 41 ponderosa pine (Pinus ponderosa Dougl. ex P. Laws.) trees in young (23‐year‐old), mature (90‐year‐old) and old‐growth (250‐year‐old) forests using the sap flow technique. Sap flux density considering the radial decline (u) was three times higher in young trees than mature and old‐growth trees under wet soil conditions. The largest declines in u were observed in young trees and then mature trees when soil moisture condition changed from wet to dry. Decreases in u were smaller for old‐growth trees than for young and mature trees. The DBH–Qt relationship differed with soil moisture conditions, showing a strong linear correlation under wet condition across all four age groups but a non‐linear correlation under dry condition. u was overestimated by up to 50%, particularly in the young trees when neglecting differences in the response of u to soil water deficit among different ages. These results suggest that differences in u and its responses to soil water deficit among stand ages should be considered when applying the DBH–Qt relationship for other tree species.
Child appraisals of injustice in the context of acute and chronic pain: An interpretative phenomenological analysis
Authors: Daenen Frederick , Baert Fleur , McParland Joanna , Trost Zina , Schillemans An , Tanghe Ann , Vervoort Tine 
Published: June 2023

AbstractBackgroundRecent research has found child pain‐related injustice appraisals to be associated with adverse pain‐related outcomes. However, this evidence is mainly based on research using a measure developed for adults in the context of accident‐related injuries, which may not translate to paediatric pain populations. Research on the phenomenology of child pain‐related injustice appraisals is lacking. This study aimed to examine the phenomenology of pain‐related injustice appraisals among both pain‐free children and children living with chronic pain, to compare and contrast their experiences.MethodsTwo focus groups were held with pain‐free children (n = 16), and three focus groups were held with paediatric chronic pain patients attending a rehabilitation centre (n = 15) in Belgium. Interpretative phenomenological analysis was applied.ResultsTwo injustice‐related themes were generated from the focus groups with pain‐free children: (1) ‘Someone else is at fault’ and (2) ‘I am in pain and he is not’. Two injustice‐related themes were generated from the focus groups with paediatric chronic pain patients: (1) ‘People don't see my pain’ and (2) ‘I am missing out because of my pain’.ConclusionsThis study offers the first exploration of the phenomenology of child pain‐related injustice appraisals in both pain‐free children and paediatric pain patients. Findings highlight the interpersonal nature of lived injustice experiences caused by chronic pain, which is not fully captured by existing child pain‐related injustice measures. Findings further suggest that pain‐related injustice notions may not be extrapolated from a chronic to an acute pain context.SignificanceThe current study offers the first exploration of the phenomenology of child pain‐related injustice appraisals in both pain‐free children and paediatric chronic pain patients. Findings highlight the interpersonal nature of injustice appraisals that are specific to the experience of chronic rather than acute pain. These appraisals are not fully captured by current child pain‐related injustice measures.
Human serum albumin subdomain IB is physiologically adapted for payloading homopterocarpin to human aldehyde dehydrogenase: Combinatorial in vitro and in silico approaches
Authors: Ayenero Michael E. , Akinwusi Gbemi E. , Kolawole Adejoke N. , Falese Babatunde A. , Olawuni Idowu J. , Kolawole Ayodele O. 
Published: June 2023

AbstractThe in vitro interactions of homopterocarpin, a potent antioxidant and anti‐ulcerative isoflavonoid, with human serum albumin (HSA) and human aldehyde dehydrogenase (hALDH) were explored using various spectroscopic methods, in silico and molecular dynamic (MD) studies. The result showed that homopterocarpin quenched the intrinsic fluorescences of HSA and hALDH. The interactions were entropically favorable, driven primarily by hydrophobic interactions. The proteins have one binding site for the isoflavonoid. This interaction increased the proteins hydrodynamic radii by over 5% and caused a slight change in HSA surface hydrophobicity Homopterocarpin preferentially binds to HSA subdomain IB with a binding affinity of −10.1 kcal/mol before interaction stoke with hALDH (–8.4 kcal/mol). HSA‐homopterocarpin complex attained pharmacokinetic‐pharmacodynamics reversible equilibration time faster than ALDH‐homopterocarpin. However, the probable and eventual therapeutic effect of homopterocarpin is the mixed inhibition ALDH activity having a Ki value of 20.74 μM. The MD results revealed the stabilization of the complex in HSA–homopterocarpin and ALDH–homopterocarpin from their respective spatial structures of the complex. The findings of this research will provide significant benefits in understanding the pharmacokinetics characteristics of homopterocarpin at the clinical level.