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Photodegradation of Rhodamine-B using Gallium Hybrids as an Efficient Photocatalyst
Authors: Parveen Kousar , Rafique Uzaira 
Published: January 2022

Abstract
Rhodamine B is a cationic xanthene dye widely used in the printing, textile, photography, and pharmaceutical industries. It is also well-recognized as water fluorescent and dyes laser material because of its good stability. It is toxic to human beings irritating the skin, and eyes. The present study is designed to study the photodegradation of Rhodamine B using gallium oxide and gallium hybrids as photocatalyst. Precipitation coupled with the sonochemical method is adopted for the synthesis of gallium oxide while the post grafting method is adopted for the synthesis of gallium hybrids with the indole and its derivatives. FTIR spectra showed the characteristic absorption bands of gallium oxide and gallium hybrids at 400-700 cm-1 and 1400-1600 cm-1. SEM and XRD showed the micro-sized rectangular rod-shaped gallium oxide with rhombohedral geometry. The BET isotherm revealed the adsorption type-IV and hysteresis loop (H3) proposing multilayer and mesoporous structures. XPS confirmed the presence of gallium, oxygen, nitrogen, and carbon. The gallium oxide and gallium hybrids showed 47-72% optimum degradation of Rhodamine B under two hours of illumination at pH 7 and 0.03mg/L. The degradation rate followed a Langmuir-Hinshelwood model with R2 >0.9.
Scale And Landscape Heterogeneity Influence The Predictive Performance of Habitat Suitability Models
Authors: Peters Anne , Hemmingmoore Heather , Ladle Andrew , Aronsson Malin , Persson Jens , Andrén Henrik 
Published: January 2022

Abstract
Context: Resource selection functions (RSF) are used to predict habitat selection in a wide range of taxa for various conservation and management purposes. Although such predictions often cover large geographic areas, the limitations of extrapolating beyond the original study region are rarely addressed. Objectives: Our first research objective was to demonstrate the implications of extrapolating RSF predictions across different habitats and at different spatial scales, with regard to varying landscape characteristics. For our second objective, we investigated the impact of individual variation in resource selection. Methods: We used a long-term dataset of GPS-collared lynx from two separate regions in Sweden. We built individual-level RSF models at two spatial scales for two different study regions to quantify individual and regional variation in habitat selection, and extrapolated the results from each region across the opposing study area. Results: Individual lynx selected resources differently within and between study regions, and predictions were more accurate within home ranges than between home ranges. When extrapolating across variable landscapes, encountering resource values outside the fitted range of the models led to incorrect predictions. Conclusions: Our case study highlights the importance of quantifying a variable’s value range in both the model and extrapolation area, taking into account variation in individual resource selection, and understanding the relationship with the order of selection to improve the reliability of habitat predictions. To increase the transferability of models, extrapolations should ideally be limited to areas with overlapping value ranges, to reduce the risk of misidentifying habitat suitability.
Identification of A Glycolysis-Related Seven-lncRNA Signature to Predict Survival in Diffuse Glioma Patients
Authors: Huang Jiaming , Li Shupeng , Xue Bai , Cui Sifu , Zhang Liqiang , Chen Dong 
Published: January 2022

Abstract
Background: Glioma, the most common tumor in brain, seriously threaten human’s healthy. Glycolysis is a crucial hallmark of malignant tumor which can facilitate cancer progression and deterioration. Long noncoding RNAs (LncRNAs) are increasingly implicated in disease progression. Therefore, our study plans to reveal whether glycolysis-related LncRNAs can independently predict prognosis of glioma patients. Methods: Firstly, co-expression network between glycolysis-related genes and LncRNAs is constructed using Pearson correlation. Secondly, univariate Cox regression and the Least Absolute Shrinkage and Selection Operator (LASSO) analysis are used to identify key glycolysis-related LncRNAs. Thirdly, based on multivariate Cox regression, a predictive model is built. At last, the Kaplan–Meier survival analysis, receiver operating characteristic (ROC) and gene set enrichment analysis (GSEA) are performed to assess the effect of risk score among glioma patients. Results: A glycolysis-related LncRNAs risk signature based on nine LncRNAs was identified. The risk score calculation formula is yielded as follows: risk score = (−0.16 × TPM of RP11-294N21.3) + (0.22 × TPM of AC093627.7) + (0.09 × TPM of AC093627.10) + (0.05 × TPM of RP11-359G22.2) +(0.17 × TPM of LINC01272) + (0.05 × TPM of AC092484.1) + (0.01 × TPM of AC026904.1). The risk score is independently associated with prognosis, and each identified LncRNAs is significantly related to the overall survival of patients. Moreover, the results of GSEA analysis indicate that the high-risk score is mainly involved in some vital biologic process.Conclusion: The risk model based on our LncRNAs signature can significantly predict prognosis and may serve as potential therapeutic targets in the future.
Regional water pollution management pathways and effects under strengthened policy constraints: the case of Tianjin, China
Authors: Wang Yujia , Zhang Mo , Yang Chonggang , He Yan , Ju Meiting 
Published: January 2022

Abstract
In recent years, China's government has attached great importance to pollution management. In 2015, the State Council issued the “Action Plan for Water Pollution Prevention and Control”, proposing the water quality targets of 2020, and deploying 10 important tasks for water pollution reductions. As a result, provinces and cities have conducted water pollution management in order to achieve the expected goals. Although the performance of regional water pollution management directly affects the implementation of national plan, a systematic evaluation of the performance of regional water pollution management has not yet been conducted after ambitious goals were set and strengthened policy constraints were conducted. This paper constructs an evaluation index system based on DPSIR model, and evaluate the performance of Water Pollution Management (WPM) in Tianjin from five aspects as Driver, Pressure, State, Impact and Response (DPSIR). The results show that the performance of WPM in Tianjin has been commendable, resulting in an improvement from 76.15 points out of 100 in 2014 to 90.93 points out of 100 in 2018, with the score rising more rapidly from 2016 to 2018 after the regional policy was implemented. Furthermore, the management system, paths and deficiencies of WPM are analyzed. Under the constraints of River Chief System, pollutant discharge permit and discharge standards, ecological compensation agreements on water pollution and other policies in Tianjin, the effect of pollution source control is obvious, with the water quality obviously improved, and the public satisfaction levels are high.
Knowledge of Women About Children’s Orodental Health in Their First Pregnancy: a Cross Sectional Study
Authors: Tahririan Dana , Givehchian Pirooz , Eslami Arezoo 
Published: January 2022

Abstract
BackgroundOral health is one of the most important factors affecting the general health of the community and families; in this regard, parents, especially mothers, can play an effective role in the oral and dental health of children. This study aimed to evaluate the knowledge of pregnant women on children oral and dental health in the first pregnancy.MethodsThis cross-sectional and descriptive-analytical study was conducted on 200 pregnant women in the second and third trimesters of pregnancy referred to Obstetrics and Gynecology clinics and private offices in Isfahan-Iran from. To assess the knowledge of mothers about oral and dental health, a researcher-made questionnaire including 24 questions was used which was evaluated and verified in terms of validity and reliability. Collected data was analyzed by SPSS software version 22 using Pearson correlation coefficient and Spearman tests. The significance level was considered to be less than 0.05.ResultsThe results of this study showed that the knowledge of mothers on the oral health of the child was 8.66 ± 4.53, so that their knowledge was moderate in 82 (41%) and 109 (54.5%) in poor level And 9 (4.5%) were high. In addition, the relationship between mother’s age (r = 0.288), maternal education (r = 0.497) and family’s economic status (r = 0.182) with the mother’s knowledge of oral health were significant (P <0.05).ConclusionThe level of knowledge of pregnant mothers on their child’s oral and dental health was low, so it seems necessary to hold workshops and provide useful information before or during pregnancy.
Antidiabetic Effects of Scrophularia Striata Ethanolic Extract Via Suppression of Pdx1 And Ins1 Expression In Pancreatic Tissues of Diabetic Rats
Authors: Babaiedarzi Armieti , Ghanbari Saba , seresht Maryam Mehrad , Nasiri Modara 
Published: January 2022

Abstract
Background: Diabetes mellitus (DM) is a pathological disease that results in severe metabolic imbalances and abnormal changes in many tissues, especially in the pancreas, where oxidative stress plays an important role in etiology. Therefore, the therapeutic effects of Scrophularia striata were investigated using an animal model in the control of diabetic injury and pancreatic complications caused by diabetes. Methods: A total of 66 rats (weight 220-250 g) were randomly divided into: Healthy Control group; Diabetic control group; 3 experimental healthy groups; 3 treatment groups; and3 pretreatment groups. Diabetes was induced in rats by intraperitoneal STZ (60 mg/kg bw). FBS, HbA1c and insulin were measured after four weeks. Pdx1 and Ins1 gene expression was assessed by RT-PCR. The histological evaluation was also performed with H&E staining. The data were analyzed by SPSS ver20 using ANOVA and Tukey tests.Results: By treatment with S. striata ethanolic extract, these factors were close to the normal range. The expression of the Pdx1 and Ins1 genes increased in the treated rats after treatment with S. striata extract. Conclusions: Therefore, by improving serum indexes and Pdx1 and Ins1 gene expression, S. striata may be used as adjuvant therapy for complications of diabetes.
Evidence of reduced academic performance among school children with helminth infection independent of nutritional status
Authors: Donkoh Emmanuel Timmy , Berkoh Dorice , Boadu Ivy Wina Ofori , Raji Abdul Sakibu , Asamoah Samuel , Fosu-Gyasi Samuel , Otabil Kenneth Bentum , Otoo John Ekow , Yeboah Michael Tawiah , Adobasom-Anane Austin Gideon , Adams Simon Kofi , Debrah Oksana 
Published: January 2022

Abstract
Background
Soil transmitted helminths (STH) pose a formidable health risk to school-age children in resource-limited settings. Unfortunately, mass deworming campaigns have been derailed since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic. The present study assessed the cross-sectional associations between STH, nutritional status and academic performance of school children in the Banda District of Ghana.
Methods
School children (5–16 years) (n=275) were recruited through both school and household visits by community health workers using a multi-stage cluster sampling technique. Weight and height measurements were taken for anthropometry, as well as stool microscopy.
Results
Prevalence of geo-helminthiasis was 40.4% (95% CI: 34.6% - 46.2%). STH targeted for elimination by the world health organizations and national programmes were detected among school children. Children with intestinal parasite infection (53.7±11.5) had lower mean academic scores compared to uninfected children (59.6±16.9) (p=0.034). In multiple regression, intestinal parasite infection status and z-scores for weight-for-age showed a collective significant effect on academic score (F (1,117) =8.169, p<0.001, R2=.125).
Conclusion
School children with STH had poorer academic performance compared to uninfected children, in spite of their nutritional status. In addition to school-feeding programmes, school-based mass drug administration campaigns may be critical for improving learning outcomes in young school children.
Genetic and Morphological Comparisons of Lesser Celandine (Ficaria Verna) Invasions Suggest Regionally Widespread Clonal and Sexual Reproduction
Authors: Mattingly Kali Zoe , Day Charles T. C. , Rauschert Emily S. J. , Tayal Aaron , Hovick Stephen M. 
Published: January 2022

Abstract
Both asexual and sexual reproduction can provide important keys to the success of invasive species. A species with the potential for both strategies is lesser celandine (Ficaria verna), a European native with multiple subspecies that have been introduced in North America as ornamentals and escaped cultivation. Although the genetic and morphological diversity of celandine has been studied in Europe, few studies have examined North American populations. We aimed to document genotypic and phenotypic diversity at a regional scale. We compared sequence-related amplified polymorphism (SRAP) genotypes of 64 individuals collected from Columbus, Cleveland, and Cincinnati, OH. We phenotyped 129 individuals from across the same regions and from Louisville, KY, measuring trait values in an outdoor common garden experiment. The SRAP markers were highly polymorphic and revealed surprising genetic diversity. Genetic and trait variation was structured across regions, but we also saw high variation within regions. Cleveland populations differed the most genetically and morphologically, with notably smaller flowers. Of individuals that flowered, many produced expanded achenes, and all regions had individuals that made asexual bulbils. Trait data suggested subspecies verna or ficariiformis may be present in these regions. Their genetically admixed nature, along with achene production and a potential relationship between genetic diversity and the ability to produce achenes all support sexual reproduction. Sexual and asexual propagules may spread by different vectors, and our resistance analyses indicated water dispersal and habitat availability may contribute to genetic structure. These findings suggest celandine may have substantial potential for further spread and for evolutionary change.
Efficiency And Impact Factors of Anatomical Intelligence For Breast And Hand-Held Ultrasound In Lesion Screening: A Pilot Study
Authors: Dai Chaochao , Bao Lingyun , Yan Hongju , Zhu Luoxi , Xu Xiaojing , Tan Yanjuan , Yu Lifang , Yang Jing , Jiang Chenxiang , Shen Yingzhao 
Published: January 2022

Abstract
Objective: To investigate the efficiency and impact factors of anatomical intelligence for breast (AI-Breast) and hand-held ultrasound (HHUS) in lesion screening. Methods: A total of 172 outpatient women were randomly selected, underwent AI-Breast ultrasound (Group AI) once and HHUS twice. HHUS was performed by breast image radiologists (Group A) and general radiologists (Group B). For the AI-Breast examination, a trained technician performed the whole-breast scan and data acquisition, while other general radiologists performed image interpretation. The examination time and lesion detection rate were recorded. The impact factors for breast lesion screening, including breast cup size, lesion number (LN), and benign or malignant lesions were analyzed.Results: Scan times of Groups AI, A, and B were 262.15±40.4 s, 237.5±110.3 s, 281.2±86.1 s, respectively. The scan time of Group AI was significantly higher than Group A (P<0.01), but was slightly lower than Group B (P>0.05). The detection rates of Group AI, A, and B were 92.8±17.0%, 95.0±13.6%, and 85.0±22.9%, respectively. Comparable lesion detection rates were observed in Group AI and Group A (P>0.05), but a significantly lower lesion detection rate was observed in Group B compared to the other two (both P<0.05). Regarding missed diagnosis rates of malignant lesions, comparable performance was observed in Group AI, Group A, and Group B (8% vs. 4% vs. 14%, all P>0.05). We found a strong linear correlation between scan time and cup size in Group AI (r=0.745). No impacts of cup size and LN were found on the lesion detection rate in Group AI (P>0.05). Conclusions: The screening efficiency of AI-Breast ultrasound was comparable to that of a breast image radiologist and superior to that of the general radiologist. AI-Breast ultrasound may be used as a potential approach for breast cancer screening.
Minimum Dietary Diversity and Associated Factors among Children Aged 6-23 Months in Enebsie Sar Midir Woreda, East Gojjam, North West Ethiopia
Authors: Assefa Dejenu , Belachew Tefera 
Published: January 2022

Abstract
Background – Dietary diversity has been recognized as a significant component of high-quality diets for children growth and development. Poor infant and young child feeding practices in the first one thousand days of age is the major contributor of malnutrition that leads to failure to thrive to their age, in low income countries including Ethiopia. It results in permanent outcomes of chronic malnutrition like stunting, affects intellectual development, and increases significantly the risks of many infectious diseases and death. There was no study that documented dietary diversity of children in the study area.Objective - The main objective of this study was to assess minimum dietary diversity and associated factors among children.Methods – Community based cross sectional study design was used to assess the minimum dietary diversity and associated factors among children aged 6-23 months in Enebsie Sar Midir Woreda, East Gojjam, North West Ethiopia. A total of 512 Mothers/care givers of with children of 6-24 months old in the community were included in the study using systemic sampling technique. Data were collected by interviewer administered structured, pre tested questionnaire. A 24 hour recall method was used to capture the dietary intake of children during the previous 24 hours period before the interview. The data were coded and entered into SPSS for windows version 20 and analyzed after cleaning. Descriptive statistics and bivariate and multivariable logistic regression models were used to isolate independent predictors of minimum dietary diversity. All tests were two sided and P<0.05 was used for declaring statistical significance. Results-The overall prevalence minimum dietary diversity was 18.2% (CI: 14.8, 21.7). On multivariable logistic regression model, after adjusting for other variables, availability of cow’s milk at household (AOR = 17.27; 95% CI: 6.73, 44.44), cultivating vegetables (AOR = 3.2; 95% CI: 1.05, 9.8), availability of farmland (AOR= 10.15, 95%CI: 178, 57.93) and number of animals (AOR = 6.46; 95% CI: 1.97, 21.12) were significantly associated with minimum dietary diversity. The dominant food groups consumed were roots, grains and tubers. While consumption of vitamin A rich fruits and vegetables and other vegetables were relatively low. Conclusion- The proportion of Infant and young children aged between 6-23months receiving minimum dietary diversity score is low compared with study conducted in Addis Ababa . Availability both animal and plant source foods from household’s production were positively associated with practicing the minimum dietary diversity among children implying the need for strengthening nutrition sensitive agricultural practices.
Association Between Depression and Anxiety Status of Breast Cancer Patients Undergoing Adjuvant Chemotherapy and Chemotherapy-induced Adverse Events.
Authors: Lv Dan , Lan Bo , Zhang Li , Sun Xiaoying , Yang Min , Ma Fei 
Published: January 2022

Abstract
Purpose: The response to a breast cancer diagnosis encompasses aspects related to emotion and psychology, and patients with breast cancer are more likely to experience psychological distress. This study therefore aimed to explore the relationship between depression and anxiety status and adverse events during adjuvant chemotherapy in Chinese breast cancer patients.Methods: This prospective study was conducted on 290 postoperative early-stage breast cancer patients (response rate 96.7%) in China. Depression and anxiety status before adjuvant chemotherapy and after 2 cycles of chemotherapy were assessed by the Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale (HADS). Adverse events that occurred throughout the course of chemotherapy were graded and recorded according to CTCAE 4.02.Results: The rates of depression and anxiety were 20.0% and 31.4%, respectively, at baseline. After 2 cycles of chemotherapy, the rates of depression and anxiety were 25.2% and 29.0%, respectively. The incidence of grade two or higher myelosuppression induced by chemotherapy was correlated with depression before chemotherapy (P=0.037) and after 2 cycles of chemotherapy (P=0.009). Multivariate analysis showed that the incidence of myelosuppression was significantly related to depression before chemotherapy (P=0.032) and after 2 cycles of chemotherapy (P=0.006). There was no association between depression and anxiety status and other adverse events (P>0.05).Conclusions: We observed an association between depression and anxiety status in breast cancer patients receiving adjuvant chemotherapy and chemotherapy-induced myelosuppression. Monitoring the psychological status of breast cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy may help to optimize the management of adverse events.The study is registered (ClinicalTrials.gov identifier: NCT05055375)
Travelling waves in discrete electrical lattice with nonlinear symmetric capacitor
Authors: Motcheyo Alain Bertrand Togueu , Fezeu Georges Julius , Siewe Martin Siewe , Buckjohn Clémence Nono Dueyou , Tchawoua Clément 
Published: January 2022

Abstract
We study the propagation of voltage in a model of the conventional right-handed transmission line with a nonlinear symmetric capacitor. Applying the quasidiscrete approximation to the nonlinear voltage equation of the line, we derive a nonlinear Schrödinger equation and find the bright and dark solutions which are used as the initial condition for the integration of the nonlinear lattice model. The full integration of the lattice shows the propagation of the nonlinear voltage in the right-hand side and its robustness in the time. The density energy of the lattice at each time has a node around which bright voltage is localized while in the case of dark voltage, it has a node where it seems to drop to zero at the soliton centre.