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Surgical Treatment of Congenital Radial Head Luxation in a Cat by Ostectomy of Radial Head
Authors: Verdese Pauline , Manfredini Sara , Formaggini Luca 
Published: February 2022

AbstractCongenital radial head luxation was diagnosed in a 7-month-old, neutered female cat that presented a right forelimb lameness. Clinical and radiographic examination revealed a caudolateral luxation of the right radial head, which was treated by radial head ostectomy. For months, postoperative radiographic recheck documented remodelling of the radial head, without humero-radial conflict, and clinical examination revealed resolution of lameness and restoring of the normal elbow range of motion. To the authors' knowledge, this is the first case report of a congenital radial head luxation in a caudolateral direction in a cat that was successfully managed surgically with radial head ostectomy.
An Apple iPad a Day Brings the Doctor to You: Virtual Family-Centered Rounds in a Pediatric Intensive Care Unit
Authors: Solt Shannon A. , Stolfi Danielle , Ritter Victor Silva , Kihlstrom Margaret 
Published: February 2022

AbstractThe purpose of this study was to evaluate if virtual family-centered rounds (VFCR) in a pediatric intensive care unit (PICU) would improve communication without significantly increasing rounding time. An observational study was conducted recording rounding times of patient encounters. Then, in March 2019, English-speaking families were offered the opportunity to round virtually. Families were required to have access to a device with video conferencing capabilities and were video conferenced into rounds via Skype. Participants completed an online satisfaction survey. Rounding times were not significantly different for families present on rounds compared with not present (10 minutes 49 seconds vs. 9 minutes 42 seconds; p = 0.2). The average length of VFCR was 11 minutes 19 seconds; this was not statistically significant when compared with no family present (p = 0.5) or family present (p = 0.8). Majority of nurses (85%) and over half of physicians (53%) felt that VFCR were very helpful. One hundred percent of families and the majority of physicians and nurses felt that it positively impacted family communication. All families felt that VFCR improved their understanding of their child's medical condition, and the majority felt it improved their understanding of the treatment plan. VFCR positively impacts the communication in the PICU and can be used for families unable to be present for rounds without significantly increasing rounding times.
Tussock and tiller population dynamics on rotationally stocked Piatã palisadegrass (
Authors: Crestani Steben , Congio Guilhermo Francklin de Souza , Mascheroni Jorge Daniel Caballero , Geremia Eliana Vera , Carnevalli Roberta Aparecida , Mourão Gerson Barreto , da Silva Sila Carneiro 
Published: February 2022

Context Integrated crop–livestock–forestry systems can be an alternative to monoculture pastures; however, the effect of the arboreal component on tillering and tussock dynamics of understorey grass canopy is not well understood. Aims Our objective was to evaluate the patterns of tillering dynamics, population stability and tussock distribution of Piatã palisadegrass (Urochloa brizantha) as affected by contrasting shading regimes in the Brazilian Amazon biome. Methods The following three shading regimes were assessed: pasture with no trees (no shading, NS), moderate shading (MS, 338 trees ha−1), and intense shading (IS, 714 trees ha−1). Pastures were rotationally grazed by dairy heifers. Paddocks from MS and IS were stratified into three sampling strips, including two closer to the tree rows (i.e. lateral) and one between the two lateral strips (i.e. central). Two methods for monitoring sward canopy light interception (LI) were used for IS regime, namely, LI taken under the tree canopy (i.e. inside) and LI was taken above the tree canopy (i.e. outside). Key results Relative to NS, there was a reduction in photosynthetically active radiation transmittance of 18.1% and 37.1% on MS and 49.9% and 52.0% on IS for central and lateral shading strips respectively. Overall, the increase in shading level was associated with a decrease in average tussock perimeter, tiller population density, and an increase in the frequency of bare ground. Conclusions Our findings clearly indicate the key role of the light environment as a determinant of Piatã palisadegrass horizontal structure. Implications It highlights the importance of planning the levels of tree density and layout in areas of crop–livestock–forestry integration.
HYL1-CLEAVAGE SUBTILASE 1 (HCS1) suppresses miRNA biogenesis in response to light-to-dark transition
Authors: Jung Hyun Ju , Choi Suk Won , Boo Kyung-Hwan , Kim Jee-Eun , Oh Young Kyoung , Han Min Kyun , Ryu Moon Young , Lee Chang Woo , Møller Christian , Shah Pratik , Kim Gu Min , Yang Woorim , Cho Seok Keun , Yang Seong Wook 
Published: February 2022

SignificanceHYPONASTIC LEAVES 1 (HYL1)-CLEAVAGE SUBTILASE 1 (HCS1) is a novel negative regulator of microRNA (miRNA) biogenesis that degrades HYL1 in the cytoplasm. Furthermore, cytoplasm CONSTITUTIVE PHOTOMORPHOGENIC 1 (COP1) E3 ligase inhibit HCS1-mediated HYL1 degradation. The COP1-HYL1-HCS1 network may integrate two essential cellular pathways: the miRNA-biogenetic pathway and light signaling pathway. Our finding suggests a regulatory pathway in the miRNA-biogenetic system.
Effect of Chemical Treatment and Thermal Annealing in N2 Atmosphere on Copper Foil Surface for Graphene Growth by Direct-Liquid-Injection Chemical Vapor Deposition Process
Authors: Intaro Taworn , Taychatanapat Thiti , Suwanyangyaun Pattana , Botta Raju , Nuntawong Noppadon , Hodak Jose , Sanorpim Sakuntam 
Published: February 2022

Abstract
Copper foils are widely used as a substrate for graphene grown by chemical vapor deposition method. The qualities of Cu foils can significantly affect the characters of resulting graphene films. Here, we systematically investigated the effects of chemical treatments and thermal annealing at high temperatures (890-950 °C) in N2 atmosphere. We then compared the graphene quality grown by direct liquid injection chemical vapor deposition (DLI-CVD) method with cyclohexane (C6H12) precursor on un-treated and treated Cu foil. We found that the chemical treatment conditions can improve surface morphology of the Cu foil. In addition, the annealing process at 920 °C for 10 min in N2 atmosphere can increase the grain size and lead to a favorable crystal orientation of (111) plane. Raman and microscopy analyses of the graphene film, show higher yields of monolayer graphene, while, at other annealing conditions and un-treated Cu foil, multilayer graphene is observed.
Synthesis of novel activated carbon/BiVO4 nanocomposite photocatalysts for degradation of organic compounds in wastewater
Authors: Chaiwichian Saranyoo 
Published: February 2022

Abstract
Novel activated carbon/BiVO4 nanocomposite photocatalysts were straightforwardly prepared via an impregnation method. All the samples were characterized by using X-ray diffraction (XRD), scanning electron microscopy (SEM), transmission electron microscopy (TEM), Brunauer-Emmett-Teller (BET), X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy (XPS), UV-vis diffuse reflectance spectra (UV-vis DRS) and photoluminescence (PL) techniques. The photocatalytic efficiency of activated carbon/BiVO4 nanocomposite photocatalysts was estimated by rhodamine B dye degradation under visible light illumination. Results revealed that composited activated carbon on the surface of BiVO4 importantly improved the photocatalytic efficiency. In addition, the composited activated carbon was assisted to fast reduce in the recombination of photogenerated charges, resulting in enhanced photocatalytic efficiency. The amount of composited activated carbon had affected the photocatalytic efficiency. The 5.0 mol% activated carbon showed the highest photocatalytic efficiency for the degradation of rhodamine B dye under visible light irradiation. Moreover, the photocatalytic efficiency of 5.0 mol% activated carbon/BiVO4 nanocomposite photocatalyst showed a slight loss after five runs for rhodamine B dye degradation. The radical trapping experiments and mechanism of the improved photocatalytic efficiency in the degradation of rhodamine B dye were also proposed.
Effects of Natural Rubber Compound and Crumb Rubber on Mechanical and Morphological Properties of Biodegradable Poly(butylene succinate)
Authors: Singsang W , Petprom W , Junphong N , Charerntanom W , Srakaew N , Hasook A , Prasoetsopha N 
Published: February 2022

Abstract
Natural rubber compound was melt-mixed with biodegradable poly(butylene succinate) (PBS) using an internal mixer. The effect of natural rubber compound (NRC) content on the mechanical properties of PBS was examined. The amount of NRC of 0, 5, 10 and 15 percentage by weight were used. Moreover, crumb rubber (CR) of 5 phr was added into the blend of PBS/NRC (85/15). After mixing, the samples were ground with a grinder and formed to specimen test by hot compression molding. The results of the mechanical tests showed that NRC enhanced the toughness of PBS matrix. As a result, the elongation and impact resistance values increased. However, maximum tensile strength and the modulus of elasticity decreased with an increase in the NRC content. The addition of CR in the PBS/NRC blend resulted in a reduction of all mechanical properties. The morphology of the fractured surface was investigated by scanning electron microscope. It could be seen that the NRC had a good dispersion in the PBS matrix while the CR did not show good interfacial adhesion with the PBS matrix.
Synthesis and Characterization of Monetite from Calcium Carbonate Recovered from Carpet Waste
Authors: Janbooranapinij Kasidit , Yimponpipatpol Arinchai , Ngamthanacom Narueporn , Suthiprapar Jularpar , Panomsuwan Gasidit 
Published: February 2022

Abstract
Calcium carbonate (CaCO3) was recovered from the carpet waste by combustion at 500 °C under an air atmosphere. The CaCO3 had a pure calcite phase without detection of other crystalline phases, as confirmed by X-ray diffraction (XRD) and Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR) measurements. Dicalcium phosphate (CaHPO4) or monetite, which is known as a family of calcium phosphate-based biomaterials, was synthesized by mixing the CaCO3 recovered from the carpet waste with phosphoric acid (H3PO4) solution. The reaction was kept at a constant temperature of 80 °C for 24 h. The XRD and FTIR results demonstrated that the pure monetite phase was successfully formed by the reaction between CaCO3 and H3PO4. The energy-dispersive X-ray spectroscopy analysis confirmed that the monetite was composed of calcium, oxygen, and phosphorus. The results obtained in this work revealed that CaCO3 recovered from carpet waste could potentially be an alternative material for the synthesis of monetite under mild conditions.
Effect of sodium hydroxide on properties of shrimp-shells-extracted chitin nanofibers
Authors: Thongdonson K , Boonmahitthisud A , Tanpichai S 
Published: February 2022

Abstract
Shrimp shells from seafood wastes were used as a raw material to prepare chitin nanofibers (ChNFs) by combined chemical and mechanical treatments. The extraction of chitin from shrimp shells involved multistep procedures of deproteinization, demineralization and deacetylation. The deacetylation refers to the replacement process of acetyl groups by reactive amino groups (-NH2). After that, treated chitin were fibrillated by high-speed blending to disintegrate ChNFs. In this work, we studied the effect of sodium hydroxide (NaOH) concentrations (0 - 30 %wt) on properties of ChNFs. Fourier transform infrared (FT-IR) spectra showed with increasing concentrations of NaOH, the intensity of the peak located at ∼1550 cm-1, corresponding to the presence of amide groups (-NH) on chitin molecules decreased. This was an indication of the removal of acetyl groups. The thermal stability of ChNFs was subsequently analyzed by thermogravimetric analysis (TGA). With increasing the concentrations of NaOH, the lower thermal stability of ChNFs was obtained. In addition, the morphologies of ChNFs with widths of a few nanometers were observed by a field emission scanning electron microscope (FE-SEM). The prepared ChNFs in this work could be possibly used as a reinforcing agent for composite applications.
Effect of epoxidation levels on curing characteristic and mechanical properties of ENR/MFC composites
Authors: Bhakri S , Takenaka K , Boonmahitthisud A , Boondamnoen O 
Published: February 2022

Abstract
This study aimed to investigate the effect of epoxidation levels on the curing and tensile properties of epoxidized natural rubber (ENR)/microfibrillated cellulose (MFC) composites. ENRs with different levels of epoxidation were first prepared from natural rubber (NR) latex via ‘in situ’ performic epoxidation using 0.75 M formic acid and 1 M hydrogen peroxide at 50°C at various reaction times. The results from H1 NMR revealed that the reaction at 2, 4, and 6 hours could achieve 20, 30, and 40 mol % epoxidation, respectively. The introduction of epoxide groups into NR chains reduced the scorch and cure time along with the increase of the epoxy content. Furthermore, it was observed that the tensile strength rose remarkably at 30 mol% epoxidation (ENR30). Therefore, the ENR30 was subsequently chosen to prepare the composites with various amounts of MFC (1, 3, and 5 parts per hundred rubber, phr). Interestingly, incorporating MFC elevated tensile strength and elongation at break of ENR30. At 5 phr of MFC, the composite possessed the highest tensile strength and elongation at break value, which reached up to 31.07 MPa and 922.92%, respectively.
Influence of torrefaction on yields and characteristics of densified solid biofuel
Authors: Prasongthum N. , Duangwongsa N. , Khowattana P. , Suemanotham A. , Wongharn P. , Thanmongkhon Y. , Reubroycharoen P. , Attanatho L. 
Published: February 2022

Abstract
Torrefaction is a mild thermal pretreatment for enhancing the combustion property of biomass to be properly applied to biomass or co-firing power plants. The present research investigated mass yields, fuel characteristics and hydrophobicity of rubber wood pellet torrefied at different temperatures and residence times. Proximate and ultimate analyses, the enhancement factor of higher heating value, energy yield, lignocellulosic components and Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FT-IR) of torrefied samples were performed to evaluate the influence of the process parameters and compared to those of the untreated ones. The non-condensable and condensable products were analyzed by GC and GC-MS. The results showed that the torrefaction severity index (TSI) correlated sufficiently with the properties of torrefied biomass and was more sensitive to torrefaction temperature than residence time. The increase in the TSI value resulted in an increase in heating value but a decrease in energy yield. The energy density increased by 14% at 260 °C and reached up to 35% at torrefaction temperature of 300 °C. FT-IR analysis revealed that the contents of hydroxyl and carbonyl groups appeared in torrefied wood pellets were decreased and increased, respectively, due to the torrefaction process. Furthermore, the hydrophobicity of torrefied pellets can be significantly improved as torrefaction temperature increases. The non-condensable gaseous products were mostly composed of CO2, CO, and traces of CH4. While the organic compounds found in condensable liquid products were acids, ketones, furans and phenols.
Effects of Reaction Time on Degree of Substitution, Yield and Morphology of Carboxymethyl Cellulose from Banana Peel
Authors: Suchaiya V , Choochouy N , Chokboribal J , Khammee T , Nueangnun K , Jaroennon P 
Published: February 2022

Abstract
Carboxymethyl cellulose(CMC) was extracted from cultivated banana peel (BP) agricultural waste. Cellulose was first extracted from BP through delignification, bleaching and hydrolysis processes. Then, CMC was prepared by the carboxymethylation reaction using monochloroacetic acid as a modifying agent. A mixture of 30% sodium hydroxide solution and isopropanol was used as the solvent medium for etherification with reaction time of 1-5 hours. The effects of reaction time on physical appearance, chemical structure, degree of substitution (DS), percent yield (%yield) and morphology of CMC were studied. Results indicated that banana peel cellulose (BPC) powder could be extracted from BP with yield of 14.81%±7.20. CMC was successfully prepared from BPC powder and confirmed by FT-IR technique. DS and %yield of CMC increased when reaction time increased from 1 to 4 hours but decreased when reaction time reached 5 hours. Reaction time of 4 hours gave optimal DS and %yield at 0.61±0.05 and 152.65±17.93, respectively. BPC presented bulk particle shape with a dense and smooth surface. After etherification, morphology of BPC was changed to a mixture of small particles with fibrous shape and a porous rough surface.
Mechanical Properties and Biodegradability of Starch-based Biocomposite Films Reinforced with Microcrystalline Cellulose from Rice Embryo
Authors: Suklaw N , Ratanakamnuan U 
Published: February 2022

Abstract
In this research, glycerol-plasticized cassava starch/San Pa Tong sticky rice embryo plant microcrystalline cellulose (SPT-MCC) biocomposite films were prepared by solvent casting technique. SPT-MCC were extracted from sticky rice embryo plant by alkaline delignification process, bleached with hydrogen peroxide and hydrolysis with sulfuric acid, respectively. Effect of SPT-MCC content (0-60% wt% based on starch content) on thermal properties, mechanical properties and biodegradability of the biocomposite films were studied. Biodegradation of biocomposite films were investigated by soil burial test methods for 8 days. The biodegradability test results were compared with the degradation of three types commercial plastic bags. The result showed that thermal stability of biocomposite films decreased with the increasing of SPT-MCC addition while the tensile strength and Young’s Modulus of biocomposite films increased with the increment of SPT-MCC content. Starch-based biocomposite films reinforced with 10-40% wt% of SPT-MCC completely decomposed within 3 day, while the 50-60% wt% of SPT-MCC biocomposite films entirely degrade within 8 day.
Development of Starch-Polyvinyl Alcohol Films-based pH indicator for Detection of Penicillin G Residue in Raw Milk
Authors: Saengdee Pawasuth , Nuanthong Thanin , Chamnan Pomthip , Pattamang Pattaraluck , Thongsook Oraphan , Meananeatra Rattanawan , Ranron Norabadee , Pankong Krynnaras , Uahchinkul Warinrampai , Jeamsaksiri Wutthinan , Vongkamjan Kittiya , Chokboribal Jaroenporn , Atthi Nithi 
Published: February 2022

AbstractThe detection of residual penicillin G (Pen G) in raw milk is very crucial to prevent the adverse effect from the allergy of Pen G to dairy consumer. However, the conventional detection methods require highly expensive instruments, high-skill technicians and complicated sample preparation process. In this research, a Lab-on-a-Disc (LOAD) to detect the residual Pen G in raw milk was introduced. The LOAD (ϕ: 9.0 cm) consisted of 10 micro-channels with the maximum volume of 200 μL was fabricated by laser machining of PMMA sheets. The 8.0 μm-thick polyvinyl alcohol, PVA (0.03125 % w/v) mixed with corn starch at a ratio of 3:7 (v/v) and bromocresol purple (BCP) pH indicator (0.025 % w/v) film that used as a Pen G indicator was prepared by hydrogel method and coated on the micro-channels by drop casting method. After the LOAD was rotated at 5000 rpm for 5 min at 25 °C, the BCP-(S-PVA) indicator film with the solubility of 93.56 % was dissolved in a raw milk mixed with Pen G (4.0 ng/mL) and the color of BCP-(S-PVA) film has changed from dark violet to light violet. The detection limit of BCP-(S-PVA) film to detect the Pen G in raw milk that obtained from the linear dose response curve (R2: 0.9630) is 0.17 ng/mL. Therefore, the LOAD with the BCP-(S-PVA) pH indicator is the fast and accurate promising method to determine the residual Pen G in raw milk at room temperature.
Carbon Nanotube (CNTs) Production From Waste Cooking Oil As Anode Material For Li-Ion Batteries
Authors: Prompun Poramate , Ratchahat Sakhon , Kaveevivitchai Watchareeya , Kooamornpattana Wanida 
Published: February 2022

Abstract
Carbon nanotube (CNTs) have received growing interest as anode material on Li-ion batteries due to high electrical conductivity, large surface area and strong structure. In this study, CNTs were synthesized from waste cooking oil (WCO) by chemical decomposition process with various reaction temperatures (800, 900 and 1000 °C) and using ferrocene as catalysts. The characteristics of CNTs were examined by X-ray diffraction (XRD), scanning electron microscopy (SEM) and gas adsorption analysis. Results show that the trend of pore size decreased, whereas the specific surface area of CNT increased with increasing reaction temperature. The electrochemical performance of CNTs samples as anode material for lithiumion batteries were investigated at C/4 rate. The results found that the highest specific discharge capacity was CNTs at reaction temperature 900 °C (474.34 mAh/g for first cycle and 213.75 mAh/g for 30 cycles) due to pore size and the specific surface area were suitable for Li-ion storage properties.
County-level analysis of current local capacity of agriculture to meet household demand: a dietary requirements perspective
Authors: Nixon Peter , Ramaswami Anu 
Published: February 2022

Abstract
With the goal of informing local food-action planning, this paper develops the first county-level database detailing agrifood consumption and production across 3114 counties in the United States. The database covers 12 070 food items that comprise the entire diet, mapping them to the production demand of 95 agrifood commodities. Agrifood demand is delineated further into fresh and processed components, along with characterization of animal feed, and compared with local food production to yield the current local agrifood capacity (CLC). CLC results are shown for individual agrifoods and for aggregated categories (e.g., on average, 0.03 for fruits and nuts, 0.24 for vegetables, 0.31 for non-meat animal products) across all US counties. CLC results for the entire diet find that a large proportion of US counties can be self-sufficient in individual agrifood commodities (ranging from <0.5% of counties for agrifoods like hops, papayas, and artichokes to 59% of counties for beef), and 23% of US counties can supply over half of their total human dietary demand through local production, but only 9% of the US population resides in these counties. Such granular, subnational baselines are essential to inform future goal-setting for urban agriculture.