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Examining awareness of privilege among midwestern college students: An analysis of race/ethnicity, gender, and religion
Authors: Todd Nathan R. , Blevins Emily J. , Yi Jacqueline , Boeh Bergmann Brett A. , Meno Camarin G. 
Published: November 2022

AbstractDominant group members often are not aware of the privileges they benefit from due to their dominant group membership. Yet individuals are members of multiple groups and may simultaneously occupy multiple categories of dominance and marginality, raising the question of how different group memberships work in concert to facilitate or inhibit awareness of multiple forms of privilege. Examining awareness of privilege is important as awareness may be linked to action to dismantle systems of privilege that maintain oppression and inequality. Grounded in intersectional scholarship, in this study we examined how occupying intersecting categories of race/ethnicity, gender, and religion corresponded to an awareness of White, male, and Christian privilege. In a sample of 2321 Midwestern college students, we demonstrated that students from marginalized groups broadly reported greater awareness of all forms of privilege than students from dominant groups, and the difference between marginalized and dominant groups was most pronounced when the specific group category (e.g., gender) aligned with the type of privilege (e.g., male privilege). We also tested interactions among race/ethnicity, gender, and religion, only finding an interaction between race/ethnicity and religion for awareness of White and male privilege. These findings helped to clarify that multiple group memberships tended to contribute to awareness as multiple main effects rather than as multiplicative. Finally, we examined mean differences among the eight intersected groups to explore similarities and differences among groups in awareness of all types of privilege. Taken together, these findings quantitatively demonstrate the ways in which group memberships work together to contribute to awareness of multiple forms of privilege. We discuss study limitations and implications for community psychology research and practice.
Lethal respiratory course and additional features expand the phenotypic spectrum of PIEZO2‐related distal arthrogryposis type 5
Authors: Oliwa Agata , Hendson Glenda , Longman Cheryl , Synnes Anne , Seath Kim , Barnicoat Angela , Hall Judith G. , Patel Millan S. 
Published: November 2022

AbstractDistal arthrogryposes (DA) are a group of conditions presenting with multiple congenital contractures in the distal joints. The 10 types of DA are distinguished by different extra‐articular manifestations. Heterozygous gain‐of‐function variants in PIEZO2 are known to cause a spectrum of DA conditions including DA type 3, DA type 5, and possibly Marden Walker syndrome, which are usually distinguished by the presence of cleft palate (DA3), ptosis and restriction in eye movements (DA5), and specific facial abnormalities and central nervous system involvement, respectively. We report on a boy with a recurrent de novo heterozygous PIEZO2 variant in exon 20 (NM_022068.3: c.2994G > A, p.(Met998Ile); NM_001378183.1: c.3069G > A, p.(Met1023Ile)), who presented at birth with DA and later developed respiratory insufficiency. His phenotype broadly fits the PIEZO2 phenotypic spectrum and potentially extends it with novel phenotypic features of pretibial linear vertical crease, immobile skin, immobile tongue, and lipid myopathy.
Energy‐Dependent Topological Black Holes in Massive Gravity Coupled to Double‐Logarithmic Electrodynamics
Authors: Ali Askar 
Published: November 2022

AbstractIn this paper, the nonlinear magnetized black holes of massive gravity's rainbow is investigated. In order to achieve this, the double‐logarithmic electromagnetic field is used as a matter source and the new anti‐de Sitter black hole solution is derived. The effects of the massive graviton, rainbow functions, and nonlinearity of the electromagnetic field on the black hole's inner and outer horizons are also studied. The black hole's thermodynamic properties are studied, and the mathematical expressions for temperature, heat capacity, and Gibbs free energy are found. The extended first law and Smarr's formula are derived as well. Using the behavior of thermodynamic quantities as a starting point, the local and global thermodynamic stabilities are also studied.
Controlling Single‐Photon Emission with Ultrathin Transdimensional Plasmonic Films
Authors: Bondarev Igor V. 
Published: November 2022

AbstractThe properties of a two‐level quantum dipole emitter near an ultrathin transdimensional plasmonic film are studied theoretically. The model system studied mimics a solid‐state single‐photon source device. Using realistic experimental parameters, the spontaneous and stimulated emission intensity profiles are computed as functions of the excitation frequency and film thickness, followed by the analysis of the second‐order photon correlations to explore the photon antibunching effect. It is shown that ultrathin transdimensional plasmonic films can greatly improve photon antibunching with thickness reduction, which allows one to control the quantum properties of light and make them more pronounced. Knowledge of these features is advantageous for solid‐state single‐photon source device engineering and overall for the development of the new integrated quantum photonics material platform based on the transdimensional plasmonic films.
Decreased Water Mobility Contributes To Increased α‐Synuclein Aggregation**
Authors: Stephens Amberley D. , Kölbel Johanna , Moons Rani , Chung Chyi Wei , Ruggiero Michael T. , Mahmoudi Najet , Shmool Talia A. , McCoy Thomas M. , Nietlispach Daniel , Routh Alexander F. , Sobott Frank , Zeitler J. Axel , Kaminski Schierle Gabriele S. 
Published: November 2022

AbstractThe solvation shell is essential for the folding and function of proteins, but how it contributes to protein misfolding and aggregation has still to be elucidated. We show that the mobility of solvation shell H2O molecules influences the aggregation rate of the amyloid protein α‐synuclein (αSyn), a protein associated with Parkinson's disease. When the mobility of H2O within the solvation shell is reduced by the presence of NaCl, αSyn aggregation rate increases. Conversely, in the presence CsI the mobility of the solvation shell is increased and αSyn aggregation is reduced. Changing the solvent from H2O to D2O leads to increased aggregation rates, indicating a solvent driven effect. We show the increased aggregation rate is not directly due to a change in the structural conformations of αSyn, it is also influenced by a reduction in both the H2O mobility and αSyn mobility. We propose that reduced mobility of αSyn contributes to increased aggregation by promoting intermolecular interactions.
Potential use of carnauba wax oleogel to replace saturated fat in ice cream
Authors: Airoldi Rafaela , da Silva Thais Lomonaco Teodoro , Ract Juliana Neves Rodrigues , Foguel Aline , Colleran Heather L. , Ibrahim Salam A. , da Silva Roberta Claro 
Published: November 2022

AbstractThe objective of this study was to develop a wax‐oleogel (soybean oil—SBO, peanut oil—PNO, and carnauba wax—CBW) to be used as a fat replacer for ice cream formulations. The oleogels were structured with 6%, 8%, and 10% of CBW and were characterized by oil binding capacity (OBC), visual evaluation, thermal properties (DSC), and microstructure by polarized light microscopy (PLM). All oleogels resulted in a firm and stable gel for 60 days, regardless of the concentrations (6%, 8%, and 10%) and temperatures (5 and 25°C). The OBC of oleogels at 8% and 10% addition were significantly higher (p < 0.05) than the oleogels with 6% of CBW. However, the oleogel formed with 6% of CBW showed more than 84% of oil retention after 60 days, indicating that the 6% of CBW was sufficient to develop a network that could hold the liquid oil into a gel‐like structure. Larger crystals (μm) were observed with 10% CBW addition (2.15 ± 0.16 μm SBO and 2.08 ± 0.22 mm PNO). After preliminary sensory studies, the SBO oleogel with 6% of CBW was chosen to be applied in the ice‐cream formulation. The ice cream preparations were analyzed by overrun, melting rate, fat composition, and sensory acceptance. The oleogel fat replacement (50% and 100%) reduced the melting rate of ice creams; however, it negatively affected the ice cream overrun. These results show that 50% replacement of the traditional lipid phase by CBW oleogel can be performed without causing sensory impairment.
Point‐of‐need quantitative detection of trihalomethanes in environmental water samples using a highly sensitive and selective fiber‐based preconcentration system
Authors: Rouhi Hadi , Duprey Colton , Cook Clint , Linn Emily , Veres Sarah , Chen George , Alshaikh Ali , Lu Yang , Terry Leigh , Elliott Mark , Wujcik Evan K. 
Published: November 2022

AbstractDrinking water—a vital part of our ecosystem—is often exposed to contamination through industrialization. Halogenated compounds, for example, trihalomethanes (THMs), are among the most common contaminants, being by‐products of water chlorination/treatment. The carcinogenic and health effects of these compounds have motivated scientists to work on the accurate detection of THMs down to 80 ppb in treated water. Here, a superhydrophobic syndiotactic polypropylene (sPP) nanofiber mat is used to preconcentrate THMs in environmental water samples, and subsequently, detect them using a well‐known colorimetric reaction chemistry. The reaction chemistry yields a visible red/pink chromophore under visible light absorption. This reaction occurs when the preconcentrated THM becomes trapped in the liquid phase of the reaction chemistry, on the surface of the sPP fibers. This fiber mat is electrospun in a way which results in a large water contact angle >150°—allowing the working sensitivity of the reaction chemistry to be heightened and lowering the detection limit. The resulting color change can be analyzed via a simple quantitative color intensity analysis utilizing widely‐available software, measuring the THM content in water as low as 0.8 ppb. This cost‐effective and selective method was incorporated into a portable device, enabling on‐site users to evaluate the quality of drinking water.
Effect of in situ deposition of calcium carbonate in cotton fiber on its mechanical properties
Authors: Han Zongbao , Hu Jinbang , Huang Hongbo , Han Xiaoyu , Ke Yushi , Li Zhujun , Wang Yunli , Song Dengpeng , Xu Weilin 
Published: November 2022

AbstractIn this study, in order to improve mechanical properties of cotton fabrics, nano‐micro sized calcium carbonate (CaCO3) was deposited in situ on cotton fabrics. The mechanical properties, surface morphology, crystalline index, infrared spectrum, thermal property, and wettability of the deposited fabrics were measured and discussed. The results showed that the breaking strength of cotton fabric increased by about 10% after in situ deposition of nano‐micro calcium carbonate. After ultrasonic washing, the strength of cotton fabric deposited CaCO3 was still increased by about 10%. The crystallinity of the cotton fabric deposited with calcium carbonate increased from 76% to 84%. The hydrogen bond between cellulose molecules and calcium carbonate was confirmed by infrared spectroscopy. The hydrophilicity and thermal properties of cotton fabric were not significantly influenced by calcium carbonate deposition. This provides a new idea for improving the mechanical properties of cotton fabric.
Intact memory storage but impaired retrieval in visual memory in autism: New insights from an electrophysiological study
Authors: Desaunay Pierre , Clochon Patrice , Doidy Franck , Hinault Thomas , Lambrechts Anna , Wantzen Prany , Wallois Fabrice , Mahmoudzadeh Mahdi , Guile Jean‐Marc , Guénolé Fabian , Baleyte Jean‐Marc , Eustache Francis , Bowler Dermot M. , Guillery‐Girard Bérengère 
Published: November 2022

AbstractIn a recent study on visual episodic memory (Desaunay, Clochon, et al., 2020), we have shown event‐related potentials (ERPs) differences associated with priming (150–300 msec), familiarity (350–470 msec), and recollection (600–700 msec), in young people with autism spectrum disorders (ASD) compared with typical development (TD). To go further into the study of the processes of storage and retrieval of the memory trace, we re‐analyzed Desaunay, Clochon, et al's data using time‐frequency analysis, that is, event‐related synchronization and desynchronization (ERS/ERD). This allows a decomposition of the spectral power within frequency bands associated with these ERPs. We focused both on the same time windows and the same regions of interest as previously published. We mainly identified, in ASD compared with TD, reduced ERS in low‐frequencies (delta, theta) in early time‐windows, and non‐significant differences in ERD in higher frequencies (alpha, beta1) in all time‐windows. Reduced ERS during recognition confirmed previously reported diminution of priming effects and difficulties in manipulation and retrieval of both semantic and episodic information. Conversely, preserved ERD corroborates a preservation of memory storage processes. These observations are consistent with a cognitive model of memory in ASD, that suggests difficulties in cognitive operations or executive demand at retrieval, subsequent to successful long‐term storage of information.Lay SummaryWe assessed the EEG synchronization and desynchronization, during visual episodic recognition. We observed, in youth with Autism, reduced synchronization in low‐frequencies (delta, theta), suggesting reduced access to and manipulation of long‐term stored information. By contrast, non‐significant differences in desynchronization at higher frequencies (alpha, beta frequency bands), that support long‐term stored semantic and episodic information, suggested preserved memory traces.
Review of Best Practices for an Environmental Laboratory
Authors: Adams Hunter , Holloway Nicole , English Zonetta , Fleming Jaime , Wagner Mary Carol , Keesling Raelene F. , Lipps William C. , Hertz Charles D. , Consolvo John , Burlingame Gary A. 
Published: November 2022

Key TakeawaysUtilities with environmental laboratories can monitor water and wastewater treatment plant processes and water quality from source, through distribution, and to the consumer's tap.“Best laboratory practices” are criteria intended to ensure that environmental laboratories produce reliable and defensible water quality data that comply with regulatory requirements.Accreditation and robust quality control and quality assurance, ethics, safety, and other laboratory program criteria support data integrity and protection of public health.
Serial enrichment of heteroduplex DNA using a MutS‐magnetic bead system
Authors: Murphy Zachary R. , Shields Danielle A. , Evrony Gilad D. 
Published: November 2022

AbstractNumerous applications in molecular biology and genomics require characterization of mutant DNA molecules present at low levels within a larger sample of non‐mutant DNA. This is often achieved either by selectively amplifying mutant DNA, or by sequencing all the DNA followed by computational identification of the mutant DNA. However, selective amplification is challenging for insertions and deletions (indels). Additionally, sequencing all the DNA in a sample may not be cost effective when only the presence of a mutation needs to be ascertained rather than its allelic fraction. The MutS protein evolved to detect DNA heteroduplexes in which the two DNA strands are mismatched. Prior methods have utilized MutS to enrich mutant DNA by hybridizing mutant to non‐mutant DNA to create heteroduplexes. However, the purity of heteroduplex DNA these methods achieve is limited because they can only feasibly perform one or two enrichment cycles. We developed a MutS‐magnetic bead system that enables rapid serial enrichment cycles. With six cycles, we achieve complete purification of heteroduplex indel DNA originally present at a 5% fraction and over 40‐fold enrichment of heteroduplex DNA originally present at a 1% fraction. This system may enable novel approaches for enriching mutant DNA for targeted sequencing.
Terpenoids and Phenylpropanoids Isolated from the Twigs and Leaves of Abelia macrotera and Their Anti‐Inflammatory Activities
Authors: Xu Yang , Xie Huiru , Chen Hongbo , Xiong Liangliang , Sa Kuiru , Wang Xuanbin , Li Hua , Chen Lixia 
Published: November 2022

AbstractA new triterpenoid, 3β‐hydroxyurs‐12‐en‐28,20β‐olide (1), as well as thirteen known terpenoids (2–14) and three known phenylpropanoids (15–17), were isolated from the twigs and leaves of Abelia macrotera. Compounds 2, 5–17 were isolated for the first time from the Abelia genus. The structure of compound 1 was determined using the characteristic spectral data (HR‐ESI‐MS, UV, 1D and 2D‐NMR, and X‐ray single‐crystal diffraction. Furthermore, the inhibitory effects of all compounds on NO production in LPS‐induced RAW 264.7 cells were tested, and compound 15 showed obvious inhibitory effect, with IC50 values of 23.77±1.61 μM. Through target screening and molecular docking technology, it can be speculated that compound 15 may play an anti‐inflammatory role by combining with Cathepsin G & Chymase and HPG D.
Euler multiphase‐CFD simulation on a bubble‐driven gas–liquid–solid fluidized bed
Authors: Liu Yingjie , Guo Shibao , Zhu Jingxu 
Published: November 2022

AbstractAn integrated flow model was developed to simulate the fluidization hydrodynamics in a new bubble‐driven gas–liquid–solid fluidized bed using the computational fluid dynamic (CFD) method. The results showed that axial solids holdup is affected by grid size, bubble diameter, and the interphase drag models used in the simulation. Good agreements with experimental data could be obtained by adopting the following parameters: 5 mm grid, 1.2 mm bubble diameter, the Tomiyama gas–liquid model, the Schiller–Naumann liquid–solid model, and the Gidaspow gas–solid model. At full fluidization state, an internal circulation of particles flowing upward near the wall and downward in the centre is observed, which is in the opposite direction compared with the traditional core‐annular flow structure in a gas–solid fluidized bed. The simulated results are very sensitive to bubble diameters. Using smaller bubble diameters would lead to excessive liquid bed expansions and more solid accumulated at the bottom due to a bigger gas–liquid drag force, while bigger bubble diameters would result in a higher solid bed height caused by a smaller gas–solid drag force. Considering the actual bubble distribution, population balance model (PBM) is employed to characterize the coalescence and break up of bubbles. The calculated bubble diameters grow up from 2–4 mm at the bottom to 5–10 mm at the upper section of the bed, which are comparable to those observed in experiments. The simulation results could provide valuable information for the design and optimization of this new type of fluidized system.
Selective liquid‐phase oxidation of toluene with molecular oxygen catalyzed by Mn‐TiO2 under solvent‐free conditions
Authors: Zhou Xingfa , Deng Renjie , Zhang Yingdi , Wang Xulong , Zeng Fangruo , Tian Yao , Liu Huajie 
Published: November 2022

AbstractIn this paper, we reported the preparation, characterization, and catalytic performance of TiO2 doped with Mn for the selective oxidation of toluene to benzyl alcohol and benzaldehyde without any solvent. The structure of the catalyst was determined by X‐ray diffraction (XRD), X‐ray photoelectron spectroscopy (XPS), nitrogen adsorption–desorption analysis (Brunauer–Emmet–Teller [BET]), scanning electron microscope (SEM), transmission electron microscope (TEM), and mapping. The results demonstrated that the catalytic properties of Mn‐TiO2 were higher than those of pure Mn3O4 and TiO2. The effects of reaction temperature, reaction time, oxygen pressure, and the amount of catalyst were studied. Under the optimal conditions, Mn‐TiO2 could afford 6.4% toluene conversion at a combined benzyl alcohol/benzaldehyde selectivity of 58.6%. Moreover, the catalyst can be repeated in the experiment for five times without significant loss of activity.
Transplantation for myeloid neoplasms with antecedent solid tumor
Authors: Portuguese Andrew Jay , Albittar Aya , Gooley Ted H. , Deeg Hans Joachim 
Published: November 2022

AbstractBackgroundDefinitive treatment of acute myeloid leukemia (AML), myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS), and myeloproliferative neoplasm (MPN) involves allogeneic hematopoietic stem cell transplantation (allo‐HSCT), either with myeloablative (MAC) or reduced‐intensity conditioning (RIC). These diseases may arise in patients with a prior solid tumor. The impact of antecedent solid tumor on transplantation decision‐making and outcomes is not well defined.MethodsThe authors performed a retrospective cohort study to address this question. A total of 1193 patients who underwent allo‐HSCT for AML, MDS, or MPN between January 1, 2010 and December 31, 2018 were included, 102 of whom had a history of prior solid tumor.ResultsPatients with prior solid tumor were older (median age, 62.5 vs. 54.9 years; p < .00001) and more frequently were conditioned with RIC (52.5% vs. 27.2%; p < .00001). A higher incidence of acute graft‐versus‐host disease was observed in patients with prior solid tumor (73.5% vs 66.4%; adjusted odds ratio, 1.65; 95% confidence interval, 1.03–2.65; p = .037), yet overall survival and relapse did not significantly differ. Cytogenetic risk was the dominant risk factor for survival.ConclusionsAnalysis by the authors suggests that patients with antecedent solid tumor and respective therapy can be transplanted successfully. Although selection bias is likely to be a factor, the results are encouraging for patients who come to transplantation after surviving a prior cancer.
Time to cancer treatment and reproductive outcomes after fertility preservation among adolescent and young adult women with cancer
Authors: Meernik Clare , Engel Stephanie M. , Baggett Christopher D. , Wardell Ally , Zhou Xi , Ruddy Kathryn J. , Wantman Ethan , Baker Valerie L. , Luke Barbara , Mersereau Jennifer E. , Cai Jianwen , Olshan Andrew F. , Smitherman Andrew B. , Nichols Hazel B. 
Published: November 2022

AbstractBackgroundFertility preservation (FP) may be underused after cancer diagnosis because of uncertainty around delays to cancer treatment and subsequent reproductive success.MethodsWomen aged 15 to 39 years diagnosed with cancer between 2004 and 2015 were identified from the North Carolina Central Cancer Registry. Use of assisted reproductive technology (ART) after cancer diagnosis between 2004 and 2018 (including FP) was assessed through linkage to the Society for Assisted Reproductive Technology. Linear regression was used to examine time to cancer treatment among women who did (n = 95) or did not (n = 469) use FP. Modified Poisson regression was used to estimate risk ratios (RRs) and 95% CIs for pregnancy and birth based on timing of ART initiation relative to cancer treatment (n = 18 initiated before treatment for FP vs n = 26 initiated after treatment without FP).ResultsThe median time to cancer treatment was 9 to 33 days longer among women who used FP compared with women who did not, matched on clinical factors. Women who initiated ART before cancer treatment may be more likely to have a live birth given pregnancy compared with women who initiated ART after cancer treatment (age‐adjusted RR, 1.47; 95% CI, 0.98‐2.23), though this may be affected by the more frequent use of gestational carriers in the former group (47% vs 20% of transfer cycles, respectively).ConclusionsFP delayed gonadotoxic cancer treatment by up to 4.5 weeks, a delay that would not be expected to alter prognosis for many women. Further study of the use of gestational carriers in cancer populations is warranted to better understand its effect on reproductive outcomes.