Showing papers by "University of Lincoln published in 2022"
TL;DR: In this paper, a novel electrolytic-hydrogen-fed moving bed biofilm reactor (electro-MBBR) was proposed for methane production, which consists of an electrochemical cell at the bottom and an MBBR column at the top.
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TL;DR: In this article , a novel electrolytic-hydrogen-fed moving bed biofilm reactor (electro-MBBR) was proposed for methane production, which consists of an electrochemical cell at the bottom and an MBBR column at the top.
21 citations
TL;DR: In this article , the authors investigated the OER/ORR activities of 3D transition metal (TM) atoms embedded in MoSi2N4 and showed that TM atoms not only serve as active sites themselves but also activate the host atoms.
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TL;DR: In this article , the effects of the combinations of Waxy (Wx) and starch branching enzyme IIb (BEIIb) alleles on starch fine structure and functional properties in rice cultivars were examined.
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TL;DR: The inverse kinematics and compliance model of Exechon manipulators with offset wrists is presented - the unknown coefficients in the compliance model are determined by optimizing the model against experimental data and then compared against more experimental results to validate the model.
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TL;DR: In this article, the influence of demographic faultlines and subgroup imbalance on cognitive diversity and team creativity was investigated. But the effect of demographic diversity on information elaboration, team processes and creativity was not examined.
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TL;DR: In this article , the authors analyzed the impact of oil price changes on the exchange rates of countries along the Belt and Road and found that the effect is asymmetric between oil producing countries and non-oil-producing countries, and the transmission path of oil prices to exchange rates varies from cycle to cycle.
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TL;DR: In this article , the potential benefits of ethanol direct injection timing and pressure on particulate emission characteristics in a Dual-Fuel Spark Ignition (DFSI) engine were initially and systematically explored.
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TL;DR: In this paper, the authors examined the spatial relationship between features of urban landscapes that are commonly considered to be "hazardous" and "healthy" and unusual clusters of COVID-19 cases in the East Midlands of the UK using ambulance data.
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TL;DR: In this paper, the authors analyzed the impact of oil price changes on the exchange rates of countries along the Belt and Road and found that the effect is asymmetric between oil producing countries and non-oil-producing countries, and the transmission path of oil prices to exchange rates varies from cycle to cycle.
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TL;DR: In this article, the authors examined whether self-disgust added incremental variance to and mediated the multivariate association between measures of body image disturbance and suicidal thoughts and behaviours, and hypothesized that self disgust would be associated with suicidal ideation above the effects of Body image disturbance.
TL;DR: In this paper , a systematic analysis of the structure-performance relationship using chemometric techniques, which can be applied to sensor arrays with varying response patterns, was performed to demonstrate how structural and physical properties impact the performance of zeolite-modified potentiometric sensors.
Abstract: Developing simple and cost-effective electrochemical sensors for widespread on-site application is of considerable practical importance in agriculture, environmental monitoring and food science. Among multiple sensing platforms, potentiometry is particularly effective in terms of simplicity, low cost and mass-production. This work is focused on a systematic analysis of the structure – performance relationship using chemometric techniques, which can be applied to sensor arrays with varying response patterns. The potentiometric sensitivity of zeolite-modified electrodes, containing thirteen synthetic and three natural zeolites, in aqueous solutions of Na+, K+, NH4+, Ca2+ and Mg2+ has been correlated with a range of zeolite characteristics using PCA and PLS modelling, thus demonstrating how structural and physical properties impact the performance of zeolite-modified potentiometric sensors. In addition to steric factors, e.g. zeolite pore size, the important characteristics governing the sensor performance are the Si/Al ratio and the presence of specific extraframework cations. For instance, K+ and Na+ show a strong effect on the potentiometric sensitivity towards Ca2+. The level of precision achieved by the PLS models indicates that semi-quantitative predictions are feasible. To improve the computational models, larger sets of data with a wider range of zeolite-modified sensors are necessary. The constituent materials of such sensors should have a set of well-defined properties, which can be controlled and tuned for a particular application. It is anticipated that synthetic rather than natural zeolites would satisfy such requirements.
TL;DR: In this paper , the stability of Au, Au2Cu, AuCu 2, Au3Cu, and Au3cu clusters on the CeO2(110) surface was investigated.
TL;DR: In this paper , the effect of pyrolysis temperature on C70MRs is investigated, and it is found that pyrolyssis at 900 °C effectively unfolds the C70 cages and converts them into a highly porous, defect-rich carbon material (C70-MRs-900) with the rod-shaped morphology well-retained.
Abstract: Disrupting the integrity of the sp2-carbon skeleton offers an effective strategy to create active sites for the oxygen reduction reaction (ORR). In this work, fullerene (C70) molecules, composed of 12 pentagons and 25 hexagons all bonded by sp2-C atoms, are assembled into microrods (C70MRs) at the liquid-liquid interface and then broken down by calcination to generate metal-free fullerene-derived ORR electrocatalysts. The effect of the pyrolysis temperature on C70MRs is investigated, and it is found that pyrolysis at 900 °C effectively unfolds the C70 cages and converts them into a highly porous, defect-rich carbon material (C70MRs-900) with the rod-shaped morphology well-retained. These structural features endow C70MRs-900 with outstanding ORR activity and stability together with remarkable methanol tolerance, better than C70MRs annealed at either lower (800 °C) or higher (1000 °C) temperatures. Furthermore, nitrogen atoms are successfully incorporated into the defective carbon skeleton by annealing C70MRs at 900 °C in the presence of NH4Cl. The resultant N-doped C70MRs-900 exhibits remarkable ORR performance with a half-wave potential of 0.836 V, comparable to that of the commercial 20% Pt/C catalyst. This work presents a simple and effective route of utilizing fullerene molecules as starting materials to develop high-performance metal-free, carbon-based electrocatalysts toward the ORR and even beyond.
TL;DR: The authors investigated new sources of insight within unfamiliar face matching, and found that participants demonstrated insight which was not based on competence, in the form of accurate updating of estimated performance, while the difference in confidence on correct versus incorrect trials increased with competence.
Abstract: Kruger and Dunning (1999) described a metacognitive bias in which insight into performance is linked to competence: poorer performers are less aware of their mistakes than better performers. Competence-based insight has been argued to apply generally across task domains, including a recent report investigating social cognition using a variety of face-matching tasks. Problematically, serious statistical and methodological criticisms have been directed against the traditional method of analysis used by researchers in this field. Here, we further illustrate these issues and investigate new sources of insight within unfamiliar face matching. Over two experiments (total N = 1077), where Experiment 2 was a preregistered replication of the key findings from Experiment 1, we found that insight into performance was multi-faceted. Participants demonstrated insight which was not based on competence, in the form of accurate updating of estimated performance. We also found evidence of insight which was based on competence: the difference in confidence on correct versus incorrect trials increased with competence. By providing ways that we can move beyond problematic, traditional approaches, we have begun to reveal a more realistic story regarding the nature of insight into face perception.
TL;DR: The Flow-Clutch Scale as mentioned in this paper describes two overlapping psychological states that underlie exceptional performance and rewarding exercise experiences: flow and clutch states, and is used in sport and exercise.
TL;DR: In this paper, the authors found that perceived visual motion (illusory self-motion) is sufficient to elicit vection in the absence of any stimulated visual motion, with rotating illusions continuously perceived as moving more compared to expanding motion illusions, which could be related to missing stereoscopic motion-in-depth cues.
TL;DR: In this paper, the authors developed a geometrical model to determine the theoretical maximum number of proteins that can pack as a monolayer surrounding a spherical nanoparticle, and applied their new model to study the adsorption of receptor binding domain (RBD) of the SARS-CoV-2 spike protein to silica nanoparticles.
TL;DR: A new era of M&A is emerging, characterized by new wave of strategic investment decision-making practices (SIDMP) toward Industry 4.0 (I4.0) technologies and circular economy as mentioned in this paper .
Abstract: A new era of M&A is emerging, characterized by new wave of strategic investment decision-making practices (SIDMP) toward Industry 4.0 (I4.0) technologies and circular economy. The digital technologies play a significant role in circular economy transitions and companies’ performance This includes investment in capability development, vertical and horizontal integration, effective procurement practices, and effective strategic control mechanisms. The circular economy strategy is more than just recycling and environmental concerns. It unlocks new strategies and new ways of strategic thinking. Its rapid expansion, as a new norm for companies, has characteristics of a fast-expanding market, given its exponential growth. Yet, there is a need to boardrooms commitment and responsibilities including oversight and support and a full-integrated organizational structure, sales, logistics, marketing, production, development, design, supply management, finance, human resources, and legal. To achieve successful implementation of SIDMP and M&A, companies should gather information on environmental, social, and governance issues. Therefore, it is critical to prioritize their strategies and identify areas that present the greatest risk on environmental and social issues including human rights, labor, and ethical issues in the companies supply chain. By creating shared values between society and shareholders, companies can maintain long-term success, legitimacy, and credibility. This chapter offers debate on recent developments in research and practice regarding SIDMP and synergy between I4.0 and circular economy.
TL;DR: In this article, the authors examined the extent to which socioeconomic background affects the chances of promotion to senior ranks within the Royal Navy and how the upwardly mobile often face a "class ceiling".
Abstract: This article examines the extent to which socioeconomic background affects the chances of promotion to senior ranks within the Royal Navy and how the upwardly mobile often face a “class ceiling.” T...
TL;DR: In this article , the authors explored the role of sustainable business models (SBM), which creates, delivers, and captures value for all its stakeholders without depleting the natural, economic, and social resources it relies on, can play as success discriminants of equity crowdfunding campaigns.
Abstract: Equity crowdfunding is a form of capital market concerning the online offering of private company securities to a group of people for investment. Over the years, it has emerged as a valid financing alternative for sustainability-oriented startups to conventional sources of funding to support their establishment and growth. This research explores the role that the elements of sustainable business models (SBM), which creates, delivers, and captures value for all its stakeholders without depleting the natural, economic, and social resources it relies on, can play as success discriminants of equity crowdfunding campaigns. A configuration approach was selected, and Fuzzy Set Qualitative Comparative Analysis (fsQCA) was used to investigate the causal configurations of 33 crowdfunding campaigns posted on the six most popular Italian equity crowdfunding platforms from 2014 to 2020. The analysis revealed that the SBM elements, and combinations of them, can positively affect the outcome of a campaign. Results also show that negative outcomes may be primarily due to campaign-related features, such as high minimum investment requirements and high funding target.
TL;DR: In this article , the authors explored the running experiences of VIRs and SGRs and found that participants were generally positive about their running experiences, highlighting a range of benefits derived from the activity.
Abstract: The partnership between a visually impaired runner (VIR) and sighted guide runner (SGR) constitutes a unique sporting dyad. The quality of these partnerships may profoundly impact the sport and physical activity (PA) experiences of visually impaired (VI) people, yet little is known about the experiences of VIRs and SGRs. This study aimed to explore qualitatively the running experiences of VIRs and SGRs. Five VIRs and five SGRs took part in in-depth, semi-structured interviews (M length = 62 minutes) exploring their running journeys and perceptions of running-together. We analysed the dataset using reflexive thematic analysis. Four themes were generated, comprising: becoming and being a running team; a multi-faceted intercorporeal experience; running-together promotes change; and disabling social interaction within running. Participants were generally positive about their running experiences, highlighting a range of benefits derived from the activity. Nevertheless, some examples of barriers to participation were also identified. Although the positive experiences described by the runners suggest guided running holds promise to increase PA in VI people, our findings illustrate the importance of directing attention towards developing high-quality relationships between VIRs and guides, alongside reinforcing the need for further change to promote inclusivity.
TL;DR: In this paper , the authors show that there are no clear patterns in the effects of diet across taxa and that good evidence for the mechanisms by which diet exerts its effects are often lacking.
Abstract: Diet can impact the outcome of parasitic infection in three, non-mutually exclusive ways: 1) by changing the physiological environment of the host, such as the availability of key nutritional resources, the presence of toxic dietary chemicals, the pH or osmolality of the blood or gut, 2) by enhancing the immune response and 3) by altering the presence of host microbiota, which help to digest nutrients and are a potential source of antibiotics. We show that there are no clear patterns in the effects of diet across taxa and that good evidence for the mechanisms by which diet exerts its effects are often lacking. More studies are required to understand the mechanisms of action if we are to discern patterns that can be generalised across host and parasite taxa.
TL;DR: In this paper , two mGlu5 receptor positive allosteric modulators (PAMs), VU0409551 and VU0360172, were investigated in the sub-chronic phencyclidine rat model.
TL;DR: Wang et al. as mentioned in this paper performed a study to assess the efficacy and safety of ADA, identify the fecal microbial composition of psoriasis patients, and explore the effect of ADA on the gut bacteria.
TL;DR: In this paper , the authors describe the development of a new app for the real-time visualisation of COVID-19 data in Brazil at the municipality level, where daily updates of case and death data are downloaded, age standardised and used to estimate the effective reproduction number (Rt).
TL;DR: In this article , the authors examined whether weekly help-seeking behavior is positively related to weekly creativity and to what extent this relationship is affected by work group functional diversity and employees' level of openness to experience.
Abstract: Organizations increasingly require employees to be proactive and creative problem solvers in their daily work. We employ a multilevel perspective (i.e., weekly activity level, group/context level, and personal level) to understand employees’ day-to-day creative process. Specifically, we examine whether weekly help-seeking behaviour is positively related to weekly creativity and to what extent this relationship is affected by work group functional diversity and employees’ level of openness to experience. We recruited 368 medical employees nested within 42 work groups over four consecutive weeks. The results showed that help-seeking behaviour was not related to this week’s creativity, but was positively related to next week’s creativity when work group functional diversity was high. Moreover, this lagged effect was even stronger when simultaneously employees scored high on openness to experience. Our findings suggest that help-seeking behaviour sparks creativity after a period of incubation. Furthermore, employees’ creative performance reaches the highest level when they engage in help-seeking behaviour in a more functionally diverse work environment and simultaneously are more open-minded to different experiences. We thus present an integrative model (i.e., what actions individuals engage in, which circumstances individuals are exposed to, and what personal abilities individuals are capable of) to understand employees’ creativity.
TL;DR: In this paper , the authors explored the influence of individual factors, the micro-system, the mesosystem, the exosystem and the macro-system on mental health and wellbeing in early-stage doctoral researchers.
Abstract: Calls to address concerning evidence surrounding mental health and wellbeing in doctoral researchers have grown internationally in recent years. Adopting an ecological systems approach, this article explores doctoral researchers’ perspectives on what influences mental health and wellbeing in early-stage doctoral research. Forty-seven doctoral researchers took part in focus groups exploring mental health and wellbeing in the first year of doctoral study. The framework generated through our thematic and connecting analyses emphasises the interdependency of the various layers of the environment surrounding early-stage doctoral researchers. In line with our theoretical perspective, we describe the influence of: individual factors; the microsystem; the mesosystem; the exosystem; and the macrosystem. Participants highlighted the impact of the broader working culture in academia on their mental health and wellbeing, which permeated other, more proximal layers within their environment. This article contributes knowledge that can aid the development of interventions seeking to support mental health and wellbeing in doctoral researchers. Furthermore, our findings suggest that without the adoption of a whole-systems approach, efforts to improve mental health and wellbeing in these researchers could be difficult.