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A Teleofunctionalist Solution to the Problem of Deviant Causal Chains of Actions
Authors: Roloff Jakob 
Published: October 2022

AbstractDonald Davidson’s causal theory of actions states that actions must be rationalized and caused by a belief-desire-pair. One problem of such a causal theory are cases of deviant causal chains. In these cases, the rationalized action is not caused in the right way but via a deviant causal chain. It therefore intuitively seems to be no action while all conditions of the causal theory are met. I argue that the problem of deviant causal chains can be solved by adding a teleofunctionalist condition. This condition requires that the belief-desire pair that rationalizes an action must cause that action in aselection-historicallynormal way. I try to show that this additional condition drops counterintuitive cases of deviant causal chains out of the class of actions while being flexible enough to classify such cases as actions in which causal detours are intuitively permissible.
In situ corrosion fatigue life of 2198-T8 Al–Li alloy based on tests and DIC technique
Authors: Su Wei , Zhu Hong Mei 
Published: October 2022

Abstract
The advanced aluminum–lithium alloy is used in aircrafts fuselage. Based on the combination of fatigue test and digital image correlation technique, the influence of pre-corrosion and in situ corrosion damage on the fatigue performance of 2198-T8 aluminum–lithium alloy was investigated. The integrated evolution process of fatigue crack and strain distribution fields of two types of the damaged sheets were captured and evaluated by the digital image correlation technique. The results reveal a declining tendency of in situ corrosion fatigue life with the rise of solution temperature, as well as the decrease of flow rate. But, at increasing the NaCl concentration, the fatigue life tends to decrease first and then increase. The observed fatigue behavior and related phenomena are directly associated with fracture morphology such as micro-cracks and corrosion pits. The analysis indicates a competition mechanism between fatigue and corrosion, the fatigue damage dominates the failure process under lower NaCl concentration on the contrary to the higher one that the corrosion damage is the dominant factor. Considering the effect of flow rate on the surface adhesion, the crack tends to initiate at the position of low flow rate. The simulation on the flow field presents an attractive similarity with experimental results.
MicroRNAs in the auditory system: tiny molecules with big impact
Authors: Ebbers Lena , Altaf Faiza , Nothwang Hans Gerd 
Published: October 2022

Abstract
“Blindness separates from things; deafness separates from people.” This quote attributed to the deaf-blind author and activist Helen Keller (1880–1968) indicates the importance of proper hearing for social interaction in our society which is largely driven by acoustic communication. A major cause for auditory dysfunction lies in our genome with currently more than 100 genes linked to hearing loss. One example is the microRNA gene Mir-96 of the microRNA-183 family. MicroRNAs are small regulatory RNAs involved in the finetuning of gene expression. Analyses of transgenic mouse models established this microRNA family as a major regulator for the function of the inner ear as well as synaptic transmission in the auditory brainstem. The microRNA-183 family might therefore play an important role in coordinating the development of the peripheral and central auditory system and their specializations.
Study of activation cross sections of proton induced reactions on natBa and natCe near their threshold energy regions
Authors: Abdelshafy Mohamed Sobhi , Ali Bahaa Mohamed , Elmageed Karima Elsayed Abd , Nafie Hassan Omar , Hassan H. Ebrahim , Al-Abyad Mogahed 
Published: October 2022

Abstract
Activation cross-sections of the nuclear reactions natBa(p,x)135,132gLa, 135mBa and natCe(p,x)142,139,138mPr, 141,139,137mCe have been measured experimentally at the MGC-20 cyclotron, Cairo, Egypt, from their respective threshold energies up to about 14.7 MeV. Stacked foil irradiation technique and high-resolution gamma-ray spectroscopy were used. A comparison between the experimental and theoretical data derived from the nuclear model codes EMPIRE and TALYS (in the form of the TENDL library) was performed. The agreement in the low-energy region is fairly good. Integral yields of the produced radioisotopes were estimated from the present cross-section data and the results are discussed in terms of their production possibilities.
Chemometrics and infrared spectroscopy – A winning team for the analysis of illicit drug products
Authors: Deconinck Eric , Duchateau Celine , Balcaen Margot , Gremeaux Lies , Courselle Patricia 
Published: October 2022

Abstract
Spectroscopic techniques such as infrared spectroscopy and Raman spectroscopy are used for a long time in the context of the analysis of illicit drugs, and their use is increasing due to the development of more performant portable devices and easy application in the context of harm reduction through drug checking or onsite forensic analysis. Although these instruments are routinely used with a spectral library, the importance of chemometric techniques to extract relevant information and give a full characterisation of samples, especially in the context of adulteration, is increasing. This review gives an overview of the applications described in the context of the analysis of illicit drug products exploiting the advantages of the combination of spectroscopy with chemometrics. Next to an overview of the literature, the review also tries to emphasize the shortcomings of the presented research papers and to give an incentive to what is needed to include chemometrics as a part of the daily routine of drug checking services and mobile forensic applications.
The kagomé metals RbTi3Bi5 and CsTi3Bi5
Authors: Werhahn Dominik , Ortiz Brenden R. , Hay Aurland K. , Wilson Stephen D. , Seshadri Ram , Johrendt Dirk 
Published: October 2022

Abstract
The kagomé metals RbTi3Bi5 and CsTi3Bi5 were synthesized both as polycrystalline powders by heating the elements in an argon atmosphere and as single crystals grown using a self-flux method. The compounds crystallize in the hexagonal crystal system isotypically to KV3Sb5 (P6/mmm, Z = 1, CsTi3Bi5: a = 5.7873(1), c = 9.2062(1) Å; RbTi3Bi5: a = 5.773(1), c = 9.065(1) Å). The titanium atoms form a kagomé net with bismuth atoms in the hexagons as well as above and below the triangles. The alkali metal atoms are coordinated by 12 bismuth atoms and form AlB2-like slabs between the kagomé layers. Magnetic susceptibility measurements with CsTi3Bi5 and RbTi3Bi5 single crystals reveal Pauli-paramagnetism and traces of superconductivity caused by CsBi2/RbBi2 impurities. Magnetotransport measurements reveal conventional Fermi liquid behavior and quantum oscillations indicative of a single dominant orbit at low temperature. DFT calculations show the characteristic metallic kagomé band structure similar to that of CsV3Sb5 with reduced band filling. A symmetry analysis of the band structure does not reveal an obvious and unique signature of a nontrivial topology.
The Effects of Nano-Montmorillonite on the Key Healing Factors of Asphalt Binders
Authors: Zhang Zhanming , Cheng Peifeng , Jin Peng , Yang Zonghao , Li Yiming 
Published: October 2022

Abstract
The effects of nano-montmorillonite (MMT) on the key healing factors of base asphalt and styrene-butadiene-styrene (SBS)-modified asphalt binder were investigated. The flow behavior of the nano-modified asphalt binder was measured using the viscosity-frequency sweep test, and the power law equation was calculated to determine the value of the optimum healing temperature. The healing performance of asphalt at different healing temperatures and healing times was examined using the fatigue-rest-fatigue test, and the full healing time was derived by fitting the healing function. In addition, the healing mechanism of the MMT-enhanced asphalt binder was analyzed from the perspective of surface free energy theory. The results demonstrated that increasing the MMT dose enhanced the healing performance under various healing situations, as well as the softening point and optimal healing temperature of binders. The higher binder healing efficiency was caused by the decrease in full healing time. The nanoparticles increased the surface free energy of the asphalt binder, which hastened the wetting of the microcrack interface and facilitated the healing process.
Mitigation of Karst Soil Erosion by Optimizing a Biostimulation Strategy to Induce Mineralization
Authors: Liu Shiyu , Sui Yujia 
Published: October 2022

Abstract
Karst soil erosion has long been regarded as a major environmental problem in many regions around the world, especially in Southwest China. Based on biomineralization, a biostimulation strategy optimized by the Plackett–Burman (PB) central composite design (CCD) method was proposed to improve the erosion resistance of a red karst clay soil. First, the key components of the stimulation solution were selected by the PB design. Then, a CCD was used to obtain the optimal ratio for each component of the stimulation solution. Finally, surface strength tests, calcium carbonate content tests, infiltration tests, wind erosion tests, and rainfall erosion tests were conducted to evaluate the effect of the biostimulation strategy on red clay erosion resistance and on the mechanical properties of the soil. The influence of cementation solution concentrations and treatment cycles were further analyzed based on test results. The microstructural features of the samples were also analyzed to elucidate the mechanisms of surface erosion control. The results showed that the proposed biostimulation strategy mitigated red clay erosion. Even at a wind speed of 30 m/s, the weight loss of all the biostimulation strategy-treated samples was almost negligible. After 10 cycles of biostimulation treatment, the maximum amount of soil erosion in the rainfall erosion test was reduced by a factor of 10.82. The crust formed on the surface of the samples treated with the biostimulation treatment had higher strength and lower permeability, and it effectively resisted soil erosion. The crust was formed because of binding of the biomineralization product calcium carbonate to soil particles. The higher the calcium carbonate content was, the stronger the erosion resistance of the samples. A comprehensive assessment of the treatment effect, efficiency, and cost showed that 7 cycles of biostimulation treatment with a 1.0 M cementation solution was optimal for the mitigation of red clay erosion.
Lacunes et apports des accélérateurs et des incubateurs universitaires aux écosystèmes entrepreneuriaux
Authors: Ricard Julie , Motaghi Hamed , Etemad Hamid 
Published: October 2022

Les universités fournissent une grande connectivité et légitimité pour les entreprises en démarrage (start-ups) résidentes. Pourtant, le taux de diplomation des start-ups résidentes demeure inférieur à d’autres incubateurs. Quatre éléments de plus-value sont constatés : le réseautage, le mentorat, la connectivité et l’amélioration de la marque. Nous suggérons donc qu’il est nécessaire pour les incubateurs universitaires de développer un modèle de connectivité structurelle. Après l’examen de quatre incubateurs canadiens, nous proposons un modèle de connectivité structurelle dans lequel des incubateurs ont développé des modèles d’affaires où les parties prenantes au financement sont impliquées dans d’autres volets critiques du processus d’incubation. Dans d’autres cas, les incubateurs s’appuient sur l’expérience de la direction pour incarner cette connexion entre les composantes du processus d’incubation. Les incubateurs au plus haut classement démontrent une connectivité structurelle et agentique, laissant croire qu’une connectivité agentique est nécessaire au développement d’une connectivité structurelle. De plus, la connectivité structurelle se caractérise par le développement d’un écosystème entrepreneurial agile et autosuffisant.
IGSF1 mutations are the most frequent genetic aetiology of thyrotropin deficiency
Authors: Fourneaux Rachel , Reynaud Rachel , Mougel Gregory , Castets Sarah , Bretones Patricia , Dauriat Benjamin , Edouard Thomas , Raverot Gerald , Barlier Anne , Brue Thierry , Castinetti Frederic , Saveanu Alexandru 
Published: October 2022

Abstract

Design
Thyroid-stimulating hormone deficiency (TSHD) is a rare disease. It may be isolated, secondary to abnormalities of genes involved in TSH biosynthesis, or associated with other pituitary deficits or abnormalities of genes involved in pituitary ontogenesis. Several genes are involved in thyrotroph development and function.

Objective
Our aim was to determine the genetic causes of TSHD, either isolated (ITSHD) or associated with somatotroph deficiency (TSHD-GHD), in the cohort of patients from the GENHYPOPIT network.

Methods
Next-generation sequencing (NGS) analyses were performed as a panel of genes on a cohort of patients with non-syndromic ITSHD or TSHGHD. The variants were classified according to the American College of Medical Genetics classification reviewed by the NGS-Diag network and correlated with the phenotype. Class 3, 4, and 5 single-nucleotide variants were checked by Sanger sequencing and copy number variants by multiplex ligation-dependent probe amplification (MLPA).

Results
A total of 64 index cases (22 ITSHD and 42 TSHD-GHD) were included in this cohort. A genetic cause was identified in 26.5% of patients, with 36.3% in the ITSHD group (variants in TSHβ and IGSF1) and 21.4% in TSHD-GHD (variants in IGSF1, TSHβ, TRHR, GH1, POU1F1, and PROP1). Among the pathogenic and likely pathogenic variants identified, 42% were in IGSF1, including six not previously reported.

Conclusion
Our results show that IGSF1 variants represent the most frequent aetiology of TSH deficiency. Despite a systematic NGS approach and the identification of new variants, most patients remain without a molecular diagnosis. Larger scale studies, such as exome or genome studies, should be considered in the future.
Impact of CSF Meningitis and Encephalitis Panel on Resource Use for Febrile Well-Appearing Infants
Authors: DesPain Angelica W. , Pearman Ryan , Hamdy Rana F. , Campos Joseph , Badolato Gia M. , Breslin Kristen 
Published: October 2022

OBJECTIVES
To determine whether the BioFire FilmArray Meningitis/Encephalitis (ME) panel is associated with decreased resource use for febrile infants. The ME panel has a rapid turnaround time (1–2 hours) and may shorten length of stay (LOS) and antimicrobial use for febrile well-appearing infants.

METHODS
Retrospective cohort study of febrile well-appearing infants ≤60 days with cerebrospinal fluid culture sent in the emergency department from July 2017 to April 2019. We examined the frequency of ME panel use and its relationship with hospital LOS and initiation and duration of antibiotics and acyclovir. We used nonparametric tests to compare median durations.

RESULTS
The ME panel was performed for 85 (36%) of 237 infants. There was no difference in median hospital LOS for infants with versus without ME panel testing (42 hours, interquartile range [IQR] 36–52 vs 40 hours, IQR: 35–47, P = .09). More than 97% of infants with and without ME panel testing were initiated on antibiotics. Patients with ME panel were more likely to receive acyclovir (33% vs 18%; odds ratio: 2.2, 95%: confidence interval 1.2–4.0). There was no difference in median acyclovir duration with or without ME panel testing (1 hour, IQR: 1–7 vs 4.2 hours, IQR: 1–21, P = .10). When adjusting for potential covariates, these findings persisted.

CONCLUSIONS
ME panel use was not associated with differences in hospital LOS, antibiotic initiation, or acyclovir duration in febrile well-appearing infants. ME panel testing was associated with acyclovir initiation.
Analysis of Human Resource Management in The Administration of Food Barns during the COVID-19 Pandemic in East Java, Indonesia
Authors: Gunawan Cakti Indra , Pudjiastuti Agnes Quartina , Yulita  
Published: October 2022

Purpose: This study aims to analyze the evaluation of human resources in managing food barns and how to maximize human resources in managing food barns as a form of service to meet community needs during a pandemic. Design/Method/Approach: The research method uses a literature review study design and a descriptive qualitative approaching method. Findings: The results of the research show that in order to improve the effectiveness of human resources, it can be based on technology and information. As well as optimizing human resources, it can be done through trainings that require community and government participation. Theoretical Implications: This study contributed especially in the existence of literature about the management of food barns in rural area during the time of economic crisis and COVID-19 Pandemic. Practical Implications: Rural area apparatus in the region of East Java, Indonesia must improve their skill about the information system to menage food barns not in traditional way. Originality/Value: This study is diffrent from any other studies in term of human resources, this is because this study has a characteristic about the use of technological information on how to manage the food barns at the moment of COVID-19 Pandemic. Research Limitations/Future Research: Further research to analyze options to optimize human resources in food barn management. Paper type: Empirical
Work and Espoused National Cultural Values of Generation Z in Austria
Authors: Aldjic Klaudia , Farrell Wendy 
Published: October 2022

Purpose: Employers face the challenge of preparing for a new, upcoming generational cohort that is different in its expectations of the workplace, which goes hand-in-hand with its values. Therefore, Generation Z in Austria must receive detailed attention because it will make up a significant proportion of the workforce in the future. Questions will emerge about how to recruit this cohort or how to retain them. This research fills this gap by analyzing their espoused national cultural values and corresponding work values while considering the implications of the SARS-CoV-2 pandemic.
Design/Method/Approach: This quantitative research surveyed 137 Austrians from Generation Z.
Findings: The results show a low Power Distance score, concluding that Austrian Generation Z does not prefer unequally distributed power; a low preference for Collectivism, a higher preference for Uncertainty Avoidance, and lower Masculinity. In terms of work values, Austrian Generation Z demonstrated the strongest preference for intrinsic and social rewards and emphasized the importance of offering benefits such as remote work opportunities and flexibility in scheduling work.
Theoretical Implications: This study shows that espoused national cultural values impact work values in the context of Austrian Gen Z. Thus, both the espoused national cultural framework and the work values framework can be considered suitable for investigating values differences.
Practical Implications: Human Resources practices should be adapted to successfully recruit and retain Austrian Generation Z.
Originality/Value: This research is among the early attempts to not only understand how espoused national cultural values and COVID impact the work values of Generation Z in Austria.
Research Limitations/Future Research: The smaller sample size and the over representation of females impact the extent to which findings can be generalized to all of Generation Z in Austria. Future research should expand the sample within Austria and internationally.
Acknowledgments: This paper is the further development of the first author's thesis. Thank you to all of those who contributed to and supported these efforts.
Paper type: Empirical
ВПЛИВ рH-КОРЕГУЮЧОЇ ОБРОБКИ НА ГЕЛЕУТВОРЮЮЧІ ВЛАСТИВОСТІ ІЗОЛЯТУ ПРОТЕЇНУ НАСІННЯ ГАРБУЗА
Authors: Гао Дан , О. Геліх Анна , М. Філон Андрій , Дуань Чженьхуа , Василенко Ольга О. 
Published: October 2022

Обробка зі зміною pH – це новий метод модифікації білка, який може поліпшити функціональні властивості і застосування білка в харчових продуктах. У цьому дослідженні було вивчено вплив методу зміни pH на властивості гелю, індукованого нагріванням ізолятів білка насіння гарбуза (ІБНГ). Обробка зі зміною pH - це новий метод модифікації білка, який може поліпшити функціональні властивості і застосування білка в харчових продуктах. У цьому дослідженні було вивчено вплив методу зміни pH на властивості гелю, індукованого нагріванням ізолятів білка насіння гарбуза (ІБНГ). ІБНГ, оброблені при різних значеннях pH (pH 2, pH 4, pH 6, pH 8, pH 10 і pH 12), були позначені як ІБНГ 2, ІБНГ 4, ІБНГ 6, ІБНГ 8, ІБНГ 10 і ІБНГ 12 відповідно. Були досліджені водопоглинаюча здатність та текстурний аналіз (твердість, адгезивність і когезивність) гелів, утворених за допомогою ІБНГ, обробленого за допомогою різних змін pH. У порівнянні з контролем, водопоглинаюча здатність ІБНГ 2, ІБНГ 4 і ІБНГ 12 значно збільшилася (p < 0.05). Текстурний аналіз гелів ІБНГ показав, що тільки твердість ІБНГ 6 показала підвищений (p < 0.05) значення. В’язкість зразків ІБНГ після обробки при pH 2, pH 4, pH 6, pH 8, pH 10 і pH 12 не показала значущої (p < 0.05) різниці в порівнянні з контролем. Крім того, адгезія ІБНГ 2, ІБНГ 4 і ІБНГ 10 показала значного (p < 0.05) зниження, в той час як адгезійна здатність ІБНГ 6, ІБНГ 8 і ІБНГ 12 не показала якої-небудь значущої (p < 0.05) різниці в порівнянні з контролем. Ці результати показали, що обробка зі зсувом рН може бути зручним і економічним методом зміни властивостей гелю PSPI, що дасть фундаментальні знання для подальшого використання PSPI в харчових продуктах.
Determination of the effects of environmental pollution on the Balkan terrapin, Mauremys rivulata (Valenciennes, 1833)
Authors: Hacıoğlu Doğru Nurcİhan , Gül Çİğdem , Çördük Nurşen , Tosunoğlu Murat 
Published: October 2022

Abstract
The effects of environmental pollution on three populations of the Balkan terrapin [Mauremys rivulata (Valenciennes, 1833)] from the Bozcaada, Gökçeada and Dardanos regions were evaluated. The morphological parameters of Balkan terrapins collected on each site were measured and blood samples were taken for haematological analysis and micronucleus detection. The physicochemical, microbiological and microelement analyses of the water samples from each region were conducted by standard methods. The highest red blood cell, white blood cell and mean corpuscular haemoglobin concentration values were seen in the samples from Gökçeada. The highest haemoglobin value was found in the samples originating from Bozcaada, whereas the highest haematocrit and mean corpuscular volume values were found in the animals from Dardanos. Based on the microbiological analysis of the water samples, the most polluted site was Gökçeada. The microelement contents of the water and blood samples were different at the three sites, the lowest being in the Gökçeada area. It was revealed that the percentage of red blood cell micronuclei and other nucleus abnormalities in the M. rivulata blood samples was the lowest also in the animals living in the region of Gökçeada.