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Mind the Data Gap: Using a Multi‐Measurement Synthesis for Identifying the Challenges and Opportunities in Studying Plant Drought Response and Recovery
Authors: Wilkening Jean V. , Dawson Todd E. , Thompson Sally E. 
Published: January 2025

ABSTRACTUnderstanding and predicting plant water dynamics during and after water stress is increasingly important but challenging because the high‐dimensional nature of the soil–plant–atmosphere system makes it difficult to identify mechanisms and constrain behaviour. Datasets that capture hydrological, physiological and meteorological variation during changing water availability are relatively rare but offer a potentially valuable resource to constrain plant water dynamics. This study reports on a drydown and re‐wetting experiment of potted Populus trichocarpa, which intensively characterised plant water fluxes, water status and water sources. We synthesised the data qualitatively to assess the ability to better identify possible mechanisms and quantitatively, using information theory metrics, to measure the value of different measurements in constraining plant water fluxes and water status. Transpiration rates declined during the drydown and then showed a delayed and partial recovery following rewatering. After rewatering, plant water potentials also became decoupled from transpiration rates and the canopies experienced significant yellowing and leaf loss. Hormonal mechanisms were identified as a likely driver, demonstrating a mechanism with sustained impacts on plant water fluxes in the absence of xylem hydraulic damage. Quantitatively, the constraints offered by different measurements varied with the dynamic of interest, and temporally, with behaviour during recovery more difficult to constrain than during water stress. The study provides a uniquely diverse dataset offering insight into mechanisms of plant water stress response and approaches for studying these responses.
Ferritin From Striped Stem Borer (Chilo suppressalis) Oral Secretion Acts as an Effector Helping to Maintain Iron Homoeostasis and Impair Defenses in Rice
Authors: Yu Shan , Li Shuai , Li Jing , Wang Chen‐Yang , Yang Lei , Li Jing , Meng Yue , Tan Xin‐Yang , Jing Mao‐Feng , Luo Guang‐Hua , Fang Ji‐Chao , Ji Rui 
Published: January 2025

ABSTRACTThe striped stem borer (Chilo suppressalis, SSB) is a highly destructive insect pest in rice (Oryza sativa). SSB oral secretions (OSs) can induce plant defense responses in rice. However, the specific effectors in SSB OSs that mediate these interactions with rice remain poorly understood. In this study, hallmarks of ferroptosis‐like plant defense response, such as the reprogramming of ferroptosis‐related genes, reduced glutathione levels, accumulation of ferric ion, and enhanced lipid peroxidation by reactive oxygen species (ROS), were detected in rice subjected to SSB infestation and SSB OSs treatment. Furthermore, we identified and characterized a protein from SSB OSs, the ferritin CsFer1, which plays a critical role in the regulation of plant iron homoeostasis. CsFer1 was shown to possess Fe2+ binding capacity and ferroxidase activity. Through recombinant CsFer1 protein treatment, overexpression of CsFer1 in rice and SSB larvae with silencing CsFer1 feeding in rice, we found that CsFer1 helped maintain iron homoeostasis under SSB infestation, suppressing H2O2 and JA accumulation, ultimately compromising rice resistance to herbivorous pests. Moreover, such a phenomenon about the regulation of iron homoeostasis and suppression of insect resistance was observed in the CsFer1 overexpressed tobacco. Collectively, these findings suggest that CsFer1 functions as an effector involved in the regulation of iron homoeostasis‐ and lipid peroxidation‐related plant defense during plant‐insect interaction.
Does public sector performance information impact stakeholders? Evidence from a meta‐analysis
Authors: Meng Xue , Li Chaoping 
Published: January 2025

AbstractPerformance information (PI) has received significant attention in public administration research. However, evaluating the impact of public sector PI on stakeholders is challenging due to varying empirical results. Drawing on information propagation theory, as well as social and cognitive psychology, we conduct a meta‐analysis to examine the effect of public sector PI. Using 461 effect sizes from 75 studies, the meta‐analysis reveals PI's positive effects on stakeholder attitudes, behaviors, and perceptions of performance. Moreover, the effects tend to be stronger when PI is sent by third parties, received by citizens, delivered with positive valence, presented in absolute forms, and disseminated in law enforcement administrative subfields and in societies characterized by low power distance. The findings reinforce the significance of public sector PI and illuminate the complex interplay between it and stakeholder responses.
Tribological Impact of Carbon Black Nanoparticles Obtained From Recycled Waste Tires as Additive to Motor Oil
Authors: Alazemi Abdullah A. , Buarki Farah , Alajmi Abdullah F. 
Published: January 2025

Abstract
Used tires are commonly stockpiled at landfills, taking up a vast space of land and leading to serious environmental issues, which makes recycling and finding better waste management strategies necessary. This study explores the potential role of recycled material extracted from waste tires in the lubrication industry by examining different properties of motor oil with the addition of carbon black (CB) particles obtained from used tires via the pyrolysis process. The CB particles have been added to motor oil at various concentrations (0.5, 1, 2, and 4 wt%), and several properties of the oil–CB lubricant mixture, such as tribological, rheological, and lubrication, have been investigated. After testing different concentration samples, the 2 wt% of CB in the motor oil showed the best tribological and rheological behavior compared to other samples. The improvement in motor oil performance with the addition of CB was evident in the mixed lubrication regime, with a more than 20% reduction in frictional and wear losses compared to the reference motor oil. This improvement in the oil's lubrication performance is attributed to the presence of CB particles between sliding surfaces operating as a third body that helps reduce the contact pressure and minimize solid–solid asperities contact. Therefore, this work demonstrates the viable role of carbon black recycled material in improving the lubrication properties of current motor oils.
Dynamic Characteristics of Hydrostatic Thrust Bearing With Tilting Oil Pad Under Eccentric Load
Authors: Yu Xiaodong , Du Boyu , Meng Xiuli , Qiao Wenzhuo , Sun Yankun , Ma Wenjie , Sun Kaixuan , Dai Ruichun , Jia Wentao , Jiao Jianhua , Wang Junfeng , Jiang Hui 
Published: January 2025

Abstract
During the processing of heavy machine tools, due to the effect of eccentric load, the oil film thickness changes, which directly affects the lubrication performance of the bearing. Therefore, this study takes the tiltable double rectangular oil pad hydrostatic thrust bearing as the research object and explores its dynamic characteristics. The study involves the analysis of oil film displacement response under eccentric loading conditions at different offset distances, loads, and sudden loads. Through analysis, the oil film damping coefficient and oil film dynamic stiffness of each oil cavity can be determined under different offset distances and loads. The research results show that the change in oil film thickness has a significant effect on the oil film stiffness. As the oil film thickness increases, the stiffness decreases, the ability to resist deformation becomes weaker, and the displacement response time becomes longer. Moreover, the dynamic stiffness is affected by the offset distance and the loading frequency. When the offset distance is 200 mm, the load is 24 tons, and the loading frequency is 50 rad/s, the oil film stiffness of the oil cavity 1 reaches 180 × 108 N/m. It is worth noting that the increase in dynamic stiffness of the sinking side is significantly greater than that of the floating side. Ultimately, this study provides a theoretical reference for evaluating the stability of hydrostatic thrust-bearing systems under eccentric loads.
Dual Actuator Control Strategy for Temperature Stability in High-Temperature Solar Receivers
Authors: Verstraete Sofie , Abedini Hamed , Alsahlani Assaad , Ophoff Cedric , Ozalp Nesrin 
Published: January 2025

Abstract
Fluctuations in incoming solar energy adversely affect the temperature stability within solar receivers, leading to a decrease in thermal efficiency. Therefore, it is essential to design a control system with the capability to maintain quasi-steady temperatures inside the reactor consistently throughout the day. This study introduces a dual-actuator control technology to regulate the temperature within a high-temperature cylindrical cavity-type gas receiver. The actuating system comprises two primary components. The first component involves a variable aperture mechanism, executed through a rotary mechanism made of stainless steel. This mechanism features seven holes of fixed diameters arranged in a half-circle configuration. The rotary mechanism is powered by a stepper motor regulated by a feedback control system. The second actuator is a mass flow controller (MFC) responsible for meticulous adjustment of the inlet gas flow directed toward the solar receiver. The direct normal irradiance (DNI) is simulated using a 10 kW high-flux solar simulator (HFSS) with a variable power supply ranging from 80 to 200 A. This setup enables the simulation of different operational conditions. The dual-actuator method concurrently adjusts both gas flowrate and aperture size. While utilizing each of these methods individually can achieve reasonable temperature control performance, the hybrid approach leverages the strengths of both control methods, resulting in a significant improvement in the temperature regulation performance of the solar receiver. Two control strategies, namely, proportional integral (PI) and model predictive control (MPC), were implemented to regulate the temperature inside a cavity-type gas receiver. Experimental tests indicate that the incorporating the dual-actuator controller is a promising technique, and its application can be extended to include additional parameters for utilization in a multi-input multi-output (MIMO) control system.
Features of Selective Reflection of High-Intensity Laser Radiation Using Rubidium Nanocell
Authors: Sargsyan A. D. , Sarkisyan D. H. 
Published: January 2025

Abstract
The effect of selective reflection (SR) of laser radiation from the boundary of 87Rb D2-line atomic vapors and a dielectric window was studied using a nanocell (NC) with a vapor column thickness of ~300 nm. The formation of an SR with a spectral width of 25 MHz, located on atomic transitions, is demonstrated. This is a record narrowing of the 670 MHz Doppler width by a factor of 27 using single-pass geometry. The SR signal reaches several percent of the intensity of its forming radiation, and the SR amplitude’s linear dependence is maintained up to 100 mW/cm2, which is almost two orders of magnitude greater than the saturation intensity of optical processes when using centimeter-long cells with atomic vapors. Such a high saturation intensity value is achieved by using the nanocell.
Cost-utility analysis of combination medical therapies in chronic coronary syndrome: a comparative study using real-world and patient-level data from Iran
Authors: Davari Majid , Fatemi Behzad , Sadeghipour Parham , Kebriaeezadeh Abbas , Maracy Mohammad Reza , Soleymani Fatemeh , Naderi Nasim , Zartab Saman 
Published: January 2025

ObjectivesThe main objective was to evaluate the cost-effectiveness of various medical therapy combinations in managing chronic coronary syndrome (CCS) in Iran, based on real-world and patient-level data.DesignA cost-utility analysis employing a Markov model was conducted using data from a retrospective cohort study.SettingThe study was conducted in the healthcare setting of Iran, focusing on primary and secondary care.ParticipantsPatients with CCS were included in the study. Numbers entering and completing the study were reported, with clear definitions of selection, entry and exclusion criteria.InterventionsAll combinations of recommended medical therapies for CCS were permitted. Ultimately, taking into account the sample size and study power, a comparison was made between the combination therapy of β-blockers (BB), long-acting nitroglycerin (LAN), aspirin (ASA) and statin versus the group receiving only BB, ASA and statin.Primary and secondary outcome measuresThe primary outcome measure was the incremental cost-effectiveness ratio, along with an initial evaluation of disability-adjusted life-years (DALYs) and costs related to the interventions.ResultsThe BB/LAN/ASA/statin combination was cost-saving and effective, averting 0.02 DALYs and saving $172 compared with BB/ASA/statin. This combination was cost-effective in over 97% of the probabilistic sensitivity analysis results.ConclusionsIncorporating LAN into the combination therapy of BB, ASA and statin is cost-effective in Iran. This finding provides evidence for policymakers on resource allocation in low-income countries.
Degree of housing damage caused by the Great East Japan Earthquake and all-cause mortality in the community-based cohort study of the Tohoku Medical Megabank Project
Authors: Nakaya Naoki , Nakaya Kumi , Kogure Mana , Kotozaki Yuka , Hatanaka Rieko , Chiba Ippei , Tokioka Sayuri , Takase Masato , Nagaie Satoshi , Ohmomo Hideki , Nasu Takahito , Fuse Nobuo , Tanno Kozo , Hozawa Atsushi 
Published: January 2025

BackgroundNatural disasters may have negative health effects on survivors. However, long-term observations on this are lacking. Therefore, this study investigated the association between the degree of housing damage caused by the Great East Japan Earthquake (GEJE) and all-cause mortality using the data from the cohort study conducted by the Tohoku Medical Megabank (TMM) Project in disaster-stricken areas.MethodsThe community-based cohort study of the TMM Project which conducted a baseline survey from May 2013 to March 2016 collected data using questionnaires and blood and urine tests. The present large-scale prospective cohort study was a follow-up survey in which the degree of house damage and all-cause mortality were analysed using Cox proportional hazards regression, adjusting for sex, age and other potentially confounding variables. The degree of house damage was categorised into ‘did not live in the disaster area’, ‘no damage’, ‘small-scale damage’ and ‘large-scale damage’. Among the 58 320 participants, 1763 deaths were confirmed during the follow-up which averaged 6.5 years.ResultsThe multivariate analysis showed a hazard ratio (95% CI) of 0.96 (0.82 to 1.13) for those who did not live in the disaster area, 0.98 (0.87 to 1.10) for small-scale damage and 0.98 (0.85 to 1.14) for large-scale damage, compared with no damage, but no significant association with all-cause mortality was observed.ConclusionThe results of this large-scale prospective cohort study of GEJE survivors showed no significant relationship between the degree of house damage and all-cause mortality. Further long-term follow-up studies are needed to examine the long-term health effects of natural disasters on survivors.
Direct measurement of the 19F(p,$$\alpha $$)16O reaction using the LHASA detector array
Authors: Petruse T. , Guardo G. L. , Lattuada D. , Cognata M. La , Balabanski D. L. , Aciksoz E. , Acosta L. , Capponi L. , Carbone D. , Cherubini S. , Choudhury D. , D’Agata G. , Pietro A. Di , Figuera P. , Gulino M. , Kilik A. I. , Commara M. La , Lamia L. , Matei C. , Palmerini S. , Pizzone R. G. , Romano S. , Söderström P.-A. , Sparta R. , Tumino A. , Viñals S. 
Published: January 2025

Abstract
The low-energy 19F(p,

$$\alpha $$

α

)16O reaction has significant implications for nuclear astrophysics. The 19F(p,

$$\alpha $$

α

)16O reaction occurs via three channels: (p,

$$\alpha _0$$

α
0

), (p,

$$\alpha _\pi $$

α
π

), and (p,

$$\alpha _\gamma $$

α
γ

). At lower temperatures, below 0.15 GK, the (p,

$$\alpha _0$$

α
0

) channel is the dominant contributor of the reaction. The 19F(p,

$$\alpha _{0}$$

α
0

)16O reaction cross section in the energy range of 400–900 keV was studied in this work. Recent data in the literature reveals a roughly 1.4 increase compared to prior findings reported in the NACRE (Nuclear Astrophysics Compilation of REactions) compilation. Therefore, we present new additional result of the study published in EPJA [22] employing a silicon strip detector array (LHASA - Large High-resolution Array of Silicon for Astrophysics). The anguar distributions, the reaction cross sections and the astrophysical S-factors of the (p,

$$\alpha _0$$

α
0

) channel were obtained through this experiment. Our findings resolve the discrepancies that exist between the two previously available data sets in the literature.
Abstract 199: Association of the Monocyte‐to‐HDL ratio (MHR) with the diagnosis and prognosis of Acute Ischemic Stroke: A systematic review with meta‐analysis
Authors: Luna G. , Rios-Garcia W. , Váscones-Román F. F. , Quispe-Vicuña C. , Velazco-Muñoz J. , Carbajal-García G. , Alegre-Cordero I. 
Published: January 2025

Objective
To summarize the current evidence on the diagnostic and prognostic value of Monocyte‐to‐HDL ratio (MHR) on acute ischemic stroke (AIS)

Background
Recently, the MHR has been studied as a potential biomarker for assessing the prognosis of different diseases.

Design/Methods
We searched 5 databases (PubMed, Embase, Scopus, Web of Science and Google Scholar) until June 2024. We included observational studies that evaluated the association between MHR and AIS. A meta‐analysis using a random‐effects model to estimate pooled effects was planned for each outcome and a narrative synthesis when this was not possible. The Newcastle‐Ottawa scale was used to assess the risk of bias and GRADE criteria were used to identify the certainty of evidence.

Results
11 studies (7 cohorts, 3 cross‐sectionals and 1 case‐control) were included. With high uncertainty, a meta‐analysis of 4 studies showed a significantly increased risk of AIS in patients with a higher MHR (MD: 2.14, 95%CI: 1.75 to 2.54, I2: 100%, 4 studies). Regarding AIS prognosis, two separate meta‐analysis were conducted on 30‐day mortality and functional outcome. With high uncertainty, the MHR was found to be higher in deceased patients within 30 days of AIS onset (MD: 3.22, 95%CI: ‐3.28 to 9.72, I2: 99%, 2 studies), and higher in patients with mRS score &gt; 2 at 90 days (MD: 0.15, 95%CI: ‐0.05 to 0.34, I2: 87%, 2 studies). Additionally, all studies reported a low risk of bias.

Conclusions
With high uncertainty, we found that MHR is a useful tool for the diagnosis and prediction of poor outcomes in AIS. However, we need more studies, especially prospective ones, in order to improve the evidence regarding this index.
Insect-based chitin and chitosan from whole body sources and rearing by-products: extraction, physicochemical, structural and bioactivity characterisation
Authors: Navarro P. , Ribeiro J.C. , Luı́s Â. , Domingues F. , Anjos O. , Cunha L.M. 
Published: January 2025

Abstract
Fractionation of edible insects and their rearing by-products can lead to expanded industrial applications and extraction of value-added products. The main goal of this study was to extract chitin and synthesise chitosan from three different insect sources – Tenebrio molitor larvae, adult Acheta domesticus and A. domesticus rearing by-products (legs and wings). Furthermore, the physicochemical, structural, and bioactive properties of insect-derived chitin and chitosan were characterised and compared to commercial crustacean-based samples. Chitin was isolated from defatted sources through chemical hydrolysis followed by decolourisation and was deacetylated with a strong alkaline solution to synthesise chitosan. Notably, A. domesticus rearing by-products yielded the highest chitin and chitosan content. Chitin and chitosan derived from insects exhibited physicochemical and structural characteristics consistent with the α-polymorphic form, similar to the commercial samples. Differences were found in surface morphology, with insect-derived samples presenting large and irregular flakes and porosity, while the crustacean-derived samples presented irregularly arranged fibres and a more regular and smoother surface. As for antioxidant activity, although all chitosan samples demonstrated poor DPPH radical scavenging activity, this study showed for the first time that insect-derived chitosan presents lipid peroxidation inhibition ability. All chitosan samples presented antimicrobial activity against different pathogenic bacteria, with K. pneumoniae being the most susceptible strain. Nevertheless, there is potential for enhancement of the biological properties through modifications on the molecular weight and deacetylation degree. This research introduces the potential of cricket-rearing by-products as sustainable sources of chitosan with functional bioactive properties.
9. Hypothesis testing
Authors: Navarro Danielle , Foxcroft David 
Published: January 2025

This chapter explores hypothesis testing, the second foundational concept in inferential statistics, after estimation. At its core, hypothesis testing involves determining whether the data support a specific theory about the world. Despite its conceptual simplicity, many find hypothesis testing challenging due to its detailed procedures and the inherent psychological biases that accompany interpretation. The chapter begins with an overview of the logic and mechanics of hypothesis testing, explaining its foundational elements through practical examples. Emphasis is placed on understanding the relationship between research hypotheses, which make substantive claims about the world, and statistical hypotheses, which translate these claims into mathematically precise statements about population parameters.
The chapter delves into key distinctions, such as those between null and alternative hypotheses, and explains the principles of decision-making under uncertainty. Concepts such as Type I and Type II errors, significance levels, power, and effect size are discussed to highlight the trade-offs inherent in hypothesis testing. By using examples like testing for extrasensory perception (ESP), the chapter illustrates the importance of critical regions, sampling distributions, and test statistics in the testing process. Issues surrounding the interpretation of p-values, reporting standards, and the philosophical underpinnings of hypothesis testing frameworks (e.g., Neyman-Pearson versus Fisherian perspectives) are critically examined. The chapter concludes by addressing common pitfalls and the need for thoughtful analysis, preparing readers to apply hypothesis testing responsibly in scientific research.