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Characterization of lignocellulosic crop residues for potential biogas production in Zimbabwe
Authors: Kamusoko Reckson , Jingura Raphael M. , Parawira Wilson , Chikwambi Zedias 
Published: June 2022

AbstractLignocellulosic biomass is considered to be an abundant and cheap resource for biogas plants. Efficient production of biogas from lignocelluloses depends upon its proximate composition. This short communication characterizes the proximate composition of locally available lignocellulosic crop residues (LCRs) – wheat straw, maize stover and soybean straw – as potential feedstocks for biogas production. Standard Methods for the Examination of Water and Wastewater were used to determine its physicochemical characteristics. Cellulose, lignocellulose and lignin content of the biomass were evaluated after Soxhlet ectraction. Results show that proximate composition varied widely amongst LCRs. Lignocellulosic crop residues were acidic in nature with high total nitrogen (TN) content, hence the need for some buffering in anaerobic digestion (AD). Soybean straw and wheat straw showed the highest pH and TN content, respectively. However, all LCRs contained more than 30% cellulose, suggesting their potential use in AD. Wheat straw reported the highest cellulose (37.8%) and hemicellulose (28.2%) content, and it was thus considered to be the most competitive feedstock for AD. Soybean straw had the lowest cellulose and hemicellulose content but it was found to have the highest lignin content (23.5%). The findings imply that soybean straw will have the lowest AD efficiency. © 2022 Society of Chemical Industry and John Wiley & Sons, Ltd.
The Drama of Farm Hall: A Historian Ventures into Play Writing
Authors: Cassidy David C. 
Published: June 2022

AbstractIn this paper, the author, a historian, describes the challenges he encountered as he sought to turn the Farm Hall event and its surviving transcripts into a theatrical play. The play, Farm Hall, was produced in New York in 2014 and published in Cassidy 2017. This paper further discusses what the author learned about the nature and elements of a play, how he applied those lessons to his play, and the advantages and disadvantages of this genre for bringing historical events to the general public.
Guidance to trigger point injection for treating myofascial pain syndrome: Intramuscular neural distribution of the quadratus lumborum
Authors: Yi Kyu‐Ho , Lee Kyu‐Lim , Lee Ji‐Hyun , Hu Hye‐Won , Kim Hee‐Jin 
Published: June 2022

AbstractPostural habits and repetitive motion contribute toward the progress of myofascial pain by affecting overload on specific muscles, the quadratus lumborum (QL) muscle being the most frequently involved. The therapy of myofascial pain syndrome includes the release of myofascial pain syndrome using injective agents such as botulinum neurotoxin, lidocaine, steroids, and normal saline. However, an optimal injection point has not been established for the QL muscle. This study aimed to propose an optimal injection point for this muscle by studying its intramuscular neural distribution using the whole mount staining method. A modified Sihler's procedure was completed on 15 QL muscles to visualize the intramuscular arborization areas in terms of the inferior border of the 12th rib, the transverse processes of L1–L4, and the iliac crest. The intramuscular neural distribution of the QL had the densely arborized areas in the three lateral portions of L3–L4 and L4–L5 and the medial portion between L4 and L5.
Malnutrition from anorexia nervosa triggers severe complications of hereditary spherocytosis in an adolescent girl: A case report
Authors: Trivedi Aditi M. , Dworsky Zephyr D. , Kim Jenny , Yu Jennifer C. , Kumar Maya M. 
Published: June 2022

AbstractHemolytic crises and aplastic crises in hereditary spherocytosis (HS) are most commonly triggered by viral infections. We present the case of an adolescent girl with HS who developed unexpected and life‐threatening complications of her inherited hemolytic anemia as a consequence of anorexia nervosa and severe malnutrition.
A solitary precaval right renal artery: A case report
Authors: Farahzadi Athena , Mahmoodzadeh Habibollah , Gopal Nikhil 
Published: June 2022

AbstractKnowledge of aberrant renal vasculature is critical for preoperative planning of either open or minimally invasive renal surgery. A precaval right renal artery is a rare anatomical variant in which the artery passes anterior to the inferior vena cava(IVC), as opposed to coursing posteriorly. When encountered, this artery is mostly accessory and thus accompanied by renal vessels in orthotopic position. Here, we describe an unusual instance of a solitary, main precaval right renal artery. It can be diagnosed preoperatively by a cross‐sectional imaging study. Awareness of this anomaly is very important to prevent iatrogenic injury during surgical intervention.
A Review on the Water‐Gas Shift Reaction over Nickel‐Based Catalysts
Authors: Cao Xinyu , Han Yi‐Fan , Peng Chong , Zhu Minghui 
Published: June 2022

AbstractRecent advances in supported nickel catalysts for the water‐gas shift (WGS) reaction are reviewed, focusing on the structure‐mechanism relationships. The WGS reaction can proceed via the redox, carboxyl, and formate pathways over the supported nickel catalysts. However, a discrepancy exists between the mechanism‐level understanding and catalyst design principles in literature. In this review, we summarized the mechanism‐structure relationship of nickel‐based catalysts, emphasizing the effects of the formation of alloy, modification of the support or addition of alkali metal promoters on the CO adsorption and the H2O dissociation in the process of WGS reaction. Future research is suggested to systematically investigate the reaction mechanism & kinetics for different catalyst structures. In addition, the manipulation of strong metal‐support interactions and the development of new types of supports are prospective directions.
Parameterization of Phosphine Ligands Modified Rh Complexes to Unravel Quantitative Structure‐Activity Relationship and Mechanistic Pathways in Hydroformylation
Authors: Wei Jie , Li Maoshuai , Ding Jie , Dai Weikang , Yang Qi , Feng Yi , Yang Cheng , Yang Wanxin , Zheng Ying , Wang Mei‐Yan , Ma Xinbin 
Published: June 2022

AbstractThis study has established the quantitative structure‐activity relationship (QSAR) model to predict formaldehyde hydroformylation activity using a class of phosphine‐Rh complexes and computational mechanistic pathway analysis. A group of computational parameters (e. g., cone angle, G‐parameter, buried volume, CO vibration frequency, NBO charge, HOMO and LUMO energy, Rh−P distance) describing the complex structural (e. g., steric and electronic) features were achieved for descriptor database of monodentate phosphine ligands. Mathematical modelling of the catalytic results with the descriptors via multivariate linear regression reveals the hydroformylation rate is principally under electronic control within the investigated ligands. Computational mechanistic analysis demonstrates significant impact of electronic feature on TOF‐determining transition state/intermediate and energetic span. The H2 distortion energy analysis elucidates the variation of energetic span of the transition states related to H2 oxidation addition, rationally accounting for the reaction outcomes.
Process to Reduce Particulate Matter in Ambient Air Using Bubbles of Sodium Palmitate
Authors: Yadav Akhilesh Kumar , Shirin Saba , Hopke Philip Karl , Pal Dhirendra , Jamal Aarif 
Published: June 2022

AbstractMining is a significant dust‐generating activity, and almost every major process in mining contributes to the atmospheric load of total suspended particulate matter (TSPM). Prolonged exposure to TSPM is known to cause various respiratory diseases, including pneumoconiosis among miners. Thus, the generation of airborne TSPM and its subsequent movement into the surrounding environment is a significant problem for the mining industry. The present study describes a possible approach for removing SPM from air by the environmentally friendly approach of releasing bubbles of a salt of a long‐chain fatty acid. More specifically, the study examined the production of bubbles of sodium palmitate and releasing them into the air to capture and remove SPM. TPSM was reduced by using this method at laboratory scale.
Thermisches Verhalten von Tankspeichern – Teil 2: Variation und Identifikation der Parameter
Authors: Rausendorf Jonathan , Roscher Willi , Oppelt Thomas , Mücke Jan Markus , Urbaneck Thorsten 
Published: June 2022

AbstractDer erste Teil dieser Veröffentlichung stellte einen neuartigen Modellansatz für große Tankspeicher vor. Dieser Ansatz wurde durch Speicher mit einer Flachbodentank‐Konstruktion und mit einer Schwimmdecke motiviert. Die Modellierung mit einem Ansatz nach Lagrange ermöglichte die Berücksichtigung der thermischen Ausdehnung des Speicherfluids mit Füllstandsänderung. Weiterhin wurden konvektive Effekte bei der Beladung und bei der Dichteinversion besser berücksichtigt. Im zweiten Teil erfolgt die Validierung dieses Modells unter vereinfachten und realen Randbedingungen. Das Modell kann auch zur Parameteridentifikation eingesetzt werden, was zur Gewinnung praxisrelevanter Parameter von erheblicher Bedeutung ist.
Numerical simulation of homogeneous fluidization behaviour of Geldart Group A particles in gas tapered fluidized beds
Authors: Kia Lashaki Mansureh , Sayyad Amin Javad , Zendehboudi Sohrab 
Published: June 2022

AbstractA two‐dimensional gas–solid tapered fluidized bed at laboratory‐scale in a homogenous fluidization regime is simulated using the computational fluid dynamics (CFD) software COMSOL 5.4. The Eulerian–Eulerian (EE) hydrodynamic model is used to predict the minimum fluidization velocity, minimum bubbling velocity, bed height, and solid volume fraction of alumina particles (in Geldart Group A) in the bed with different tapered angles. The effects of static bed heights on the minimum fluidization velocity of tapered beds are investigated. The highest minimum fluidization velocity is 6 mm/s with a static height of 11 mm and a tapered angle of 12°. The bed height is increased with increasing superficial air velocity. At a given air velocity, the minimum bed height is obtained at a 12° tapered angle. A decrease in solid volume fraction is also observed upon an increase in the superficial air velocity. The CFD results show an almost uniform solid concentration over the bed height. The homogenous or non‐bubbling regime appears in a wider range of critical velocity at a 12° tapered angle. In the case of a 0° tapered angle, the results of this study and the discrete element method computational fluid dynamics (DEM‐CFD) simulation exhibit a good match. In the case of 6° and 12° tapered angles, the proposed model leads to good predictions based on the theory of homogenous fluidization of Geldart Group A. This research introduces a rapid and cost‐effective approach for the better design and operation of a tapered fluidized bed in large scales.
A High‐Performance Alginate Hydrogel Binder for Aqueous Zn−Ion Batteries
Authors: Xie Dongmei , Zhao Jiachang , Jiang Qiong , Wang Hao , Huang Haiji , Rao Pinhua , Mao Jianfeng 
Published: June 2022

AbstractThe binder is an indispensable battery component that maintains the integrity of the electrode. Polyvinylidene fluoride (PVDF) is most commonly used as a binder in rechargeable batteries; however, it is associated with the toxic and expensive N‐methyl‐2‐pyrrolidone organic solvent. Here, through the cross‐linking of sodium alginate (SA) with metal cations, a high‐performance hydrogel binder is developed that maintains the stability of MnO2 cathodes in an aqueous electrolyte. Owing to the strong adhesion, high hydrophilicity, and good mechanical stability resulting from the strong bonding of Ca2+ with SA, a commercial microsized MnO2 cathode with a Ca−SA binder delivered a capacity above 300 mAh/g at 1 C, which was larger than those of Mn−SA and Zn−SA (∼200 mAh/g) and PVDF (∼150 mAh/g) binders, and a capacity of 250 mAh/g at 3 C for over 200 cycles. These encouraging results could unlock the enormous potential of aqueous binders for practical applications in aqueous batteries.
Development of a Core–Shell Heterojunction TiO2/SrTiO3 Electrolyte with Improved Ionic Conductivity
Authors: Fang Li , Hu Enyi , Hu Xiaojian , Jiang Zheng , Shah M. A. K. Yousaf , Wang Jun , Wang Faze 
Published: June 2022

AbstractThe front cover artwork is provided by Prof. Faze Wang's group at the Southeast University. The built‐in electric field created by the semiconductor heterostructure confines the proton transport on the surface layer of the nanocomposite core–shell heterostructure imparting faster ion transport and lower activation energy. Read the full text of the Research Article at 10.1002/cphc.202200170.
Detangling the role of environmental, social, and governance factors on M&A performance
Authors: Teti Emanuele , Dell'Acqua Alberto , Bonsi Paolo 
Published: June 2022

AbstractWe empirically investigate the different role the environmental, social, and governance (ESG) factors play on Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A) performance. In general, our results confirm that acquiring companies have a benefit if they acquire a target with a higher ESG score, in line with recent evidence. But have the single ESG factors the same impact in the value appreciation by financial markets? To answer this question, we detangle the single effects of the ESG factors and we show that, on a stand‐alone basis, a superior social commitment and a higher environmental score are not relevant for M&A value creation, whereas better corporate governance standards affect positively the takeover performance. The analysis of residuals and the Q‐Q plot confirm the robustness of our empirical results which open new research routes for the investigation of the differential role that ESG factors may have in guiding corporate decisions towards M&A transactions capable of value creation.
A consensus view of the proteome of the last universal common ancestor
Authors: Crapitto Andrew J. , Campbell Amy , Harris AJ , Goldman Aaron D. 
Published: June 2022

AbstractThe availability of genomic and proteomic data from across the tree of life has made it possible to infer features of the genome and proteome of the last universal common ancestor (LUCA). A number of studies have done so, all using a unique set of methods and bioinformatics databases. Here, we compare predictions across eight such studies and measure both their agreement with one another and with the consensus predictions among them. We find that some LUCA genome studies show a strong agreement with the consensus predictions of the others, but that no individual study shares a high or even moderate degree of similarity with any other individual study. From these observations, we conclude that the consensus among studies provides a more accurate depiction of the core proteome of the LUCA and its functional repertoire. The set of consensus LUCA protein family predictions between all of these studies portrays a LUCA genome that, at minimum, encoded functions related to protein synthesis, amino acid metabolism, nucleotide metabolism, and the use of common, nucleotide‐derived organic cofactors.
Taking the bait: Developing a bait delivery system to target free‐ranging crocodiles and varanid lizards with a novel conservation strategy
Authors: Aiyer Abhilasha , Bunuba Rangers  , Bell Tina , Shine Richard , Somaweera Ruchira , Bruny Miles , Ward‐Fear Georgia 
Published: June 2022

AbstractIn tropical Australia, conditioned taste aversion (CTA) can buffer vulnerable native predators from the invasion of a toxic prey species (cane toads, Rhinella marina). Thus, we need to develop methods to deploy aversion‐inducing baits in the field, in ways that maximize uptake by vulnerable species (but not other taxa). We constructed and field‐tested baiting devices, in situ with wild animals. Apparatus were set next to waterbodies and baited concurrently at multiple locations (over water, water's edge, and on the bank). Baits were checked and replaced twice daily during the trial; remote cameras recorded visitation by native predators. Bait longevity was compared at sun‐exposed and shaded locations over 12 h. The strength required to remove baits from apparatus was measured in varanids and crocodiles. The device promoted high rates of bait uptake by freshwater crocodiles (47% baits consumed), varanid lizards (19% baits consumed), and non‐target taxa (34% baits consumed). Targeting specific predators can be achieved by manipulating bait location and time of deployment, as well as the force required to dislodge the bait. Crocodiles were best targeted with over‐water baits, whereas varanid lizards preferred baits located at the edges of waterbodies. When testing bait longevity in ambient conditions, during the daytime baits desiccated fully within 12 h, and faster in the sun than in the shade. Based on studies using captive animals, the “pulling force” strength of reptilian predators scaled with body size and was greater in crocodiles than in varanid lizards. We present the first conservation baiting protocol designed specifically for reptiles. Our results demonstrate the feasibility of widespread and taxon‐specific deployment of aversion‐inducing baits to buffer the impacts of invasive cane toads, and our methods are applicable (with modification) to other research and management programs globally.
Impact of SARS‐Cov‐2 infection in patients with hypertrophic cardiomyopathy: results of an international multicentre registry
Authors: Gimeno Juan R. , Olivotto Iacopo , Rodríguez Ana Isabel , Ho Carolyn Y. , Fernández Adrián , Quiroga Alejandro , Espinosa Mari Angeles , Gómez‐González Cristina , Robledo María , Tojal‐Sierra Lucas , Day Sharlene M. , Owens Anjali , Barriales‐Villa Roberto , Larrañaga Jose María , Rodríguez‐Palomares Jose , González‐del‐Hoyo Maribel , Piqueras‐Flores Jesús , Reza Nosheen , Chumakova Olga , Ashley Euan A. , Parikh Victoria , Wheeler Matthew , Jacoby Daniel , Pereira Alexandre C. , Saberi Sara , Helms Adam S. , Villacorta Eduardo , Gallego‐Delgado María , de Castro Daniel , Domínguez Fernando , Ripoll‐Vera Tomás , Zorio‐Grima Esther , Sánchez‐Martínez José Carlos , García‐Álvarez Ana , Arbelo Elena , Mogollón María Victoria , Fuentes‐Cañamero María Eugenia , Grande Elias , Peña Carlos , Monserrat Lorenzo , Lakdawala Neal K. ,   Dilema International Cardiomyopathy and Heart Failure Registry and international SHaRe (Sarcomeric Human Cardiomyopathy Registry) Investigators group
Published: June 2022

AbstractAimsTo describe the natural history of SARS‐CoV‐2 infection in patients with hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM) compared with a control group and to identify predictors of adverse events.Methods and resultsThree hundred and five patients [age 56.6 ± 16.9 years old, 191 (62.6%) male patients] with HCM and SARS‐Cov‐2 infection were enrolled. The control group consisted of 91 131 infected individuals. Endpoints were (i) SARS‐CoV‐2 related mortality and (ii) severe clinical course [death or intensive care unit (ICU) admission]. New onset of atrial fibrillation, ventricular arrhythmias, shock, stroke, and cardiac arrest were also recorded. Sixty‐nine (22.9%) HCM patients were hospitalized for non‐ICU level care, and 21 (7.0%) required ICU care. Seventeen (5.6%) died: eight (2.6%) of respiratory failure, four (1.3%) of heart failure, two (0.7%) suddenly, and three (1.0%) due to other SARS‐CoV‐2‐related complications. Covariates associated with mortality in the multivariable were age {odds ratio (OR) per 10 year increase 2.25 [95% confidence interval (CI): 1.12–4.51], P = 0.0229}, baseline New York Heart Association class [OR per one‐unit increase 4.01 (95%CI: 1.75–9.20), P = 0.0011], presence of left ventricular outflow tract obstruction [OR 5.59 (95%CI: 1.16–26.92), P = 0.0317], and left ventricular systolic impairment [OR 7.72 (95%CI: 1.20–49.79), P = 0.0316]. Controlling for age and sex and comparing HCM patients with a community‐based SARS‐CoV‐2 cohort, the presence of HCM was associated with a borderline significant increased risk of mortality OR 1.70 (95%CI: 0.98–2.91, P = 0.0600).ConclusionsOver one‐fourth of HCM patients infected with SARS‐Cov‐2 required hospitalization, including 6% in an ICU setting. Age and cardiac features related to HCM, including baseline functional class, left ventricular outflow tract obstruction, and systolic impairment, conveyed increased risk of mortality.
New insight to experimental study on pore structure of different type reservoirs during alkaline‐surfactant‐polymer flooding
Authors: Zhou Runnan , Zhang Dong , Tao Jianwen , Wei Jianguang , Zhao Xiaoqing , Zhang Ao , Zhou Xiaofeng , Shi Xuedong 
Published: June 2022

AbstractRecently, as the demand for fossil and renewable energy continuously increases, enhancing oil recovery has become one of the key methods to meet the increased requirement. However, most of the oilfields are facing serious problems, including formation heterogeneity and low recovery factor. Therefore, further analysis is required to study the distribution of remaining oil and how to enhance oil recovery effectively. In this study, the core samples of different reservoir types were employed and characteristics of pore structure were measured by a high‐pressure mercury porosimeter. The recovery factor and distribution of remaining oil with different reservoir types were determined by core flooding experiments and nuclear magnetic resonance tests. According to the results, the heterogeneity of pore structure becomes weaker as the permeability of the reservoir increases. The recovery during different periods improved as the core permeability increased. The distribution of remaining oil in different pore sizes has an obvious difference. The contribution of the recovery factor is highest in smallpores and mesopores for type II reservoir while is greatest in mesopores and macropores for type III reservoir. These results can provide theoretical and technical support for further enhancing oil recovery.