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Forensic skeletal and molecular anthropology face to face: Combining expertise for identification of human remains 法医骨骼和分子人类学面对面：结合鉴定人类遗骸的专业知识

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Annals of the New York Academy of Sciences Pub Date : 2025-07-10 DOI: 10.1111/nyas.15398

Elena Pilli, Andrea Palamenghi, Cristina Cattaneo

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Categorizing music by genres. 按音乐类型分类。

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Annals of the New York Academy of Sciences Pub Date : 2025-07-09 DOI: 10.1111/nyas.15404

Elke B Lange, Emily Gernandt, Julia Merrill

{"title":"Categorizing music by genres.","authors":"Elke B Lange, Emily Gernandt, Julia Merrill","doi":"10.1111/nyas.15404","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1111/nyas.15404","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>In arts and music, exemplars are categorized into genres, but those are not static and change dynamically. In musical taste research, there are strong differences in number and width of genre categories, and it is unclear how category width (broad genres vs. narrow subgenres) affects liking evaluations. The use of broad genre labels has been strongly criticized. We address this issue by a quantitative approach, comparing liking evaluations of 15 musical genres with 100 embedded and two nonexistent subgenres (N = 804). We applied a wide range of analyses (correlations, regressions, random forest modeling, factor analyses). Results converge, showing that evaluations of the majority of nested subgenres were highly similar to the related genres. The nonexistent subgenres revealed evaluation heuristics, enhancing consistency. For some genres, liking of subgenres grouped based on historical (traditional-modern), cultural (German subcultures), or functional (danceability) reasons. The genre labels pop and rock were less appropriate. We provide a list of 24 genres to assess musical taste sufficiently for general applications. Importantly, the concept of genre for taste studies is still useful.</p>","PeriodicalId":8250,"journal":{"name":"Annals of the New York Academy of Sciences","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":4.1,"publicationDate":"2025-07-09","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144590333","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"综合性期刊","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

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Experienced meditators show greater forward traveling cortical alpha wave strengths 有经验的冥想者表现出更强的皮层前行波强度

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Annals of the New York Academy of Sciences Pub Date : 2025-07-03 DOI: 10.1111/nyas.15401

Neil W. Bailey, Aron T. Hill, Kate Godfrey, M. Prabhavi N. Perera, Jakob Hohwy, Andrew W. Corcoran, Nigel C. Rogasch, Bernadette M. Fitzgibbon, Paul B. Fitzgerald

{"title":"Experienced meditators show greater forward traveling cortical alpha wave strengths","authors":"Neil W. Bailey, Aron T. Hill, Kate Godfrey, M. Prabhavi N. Perera, Jakob Hohwy, Andrew W. Corcoran, Nigel C. Rogasch, Bernadette M. Fitzgibbon, Paul B. Fitzgerald","doi":"10.1111/nyas.15401","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1111/nyas.15401","url":null,"abstract":"Mindfulness meditation involves training attention, commonly toward sensory experiences, with nonjudgmental awareness. Theoretical perspectives propose that meditation increases the precision of sensory processing and reduces the generation/elaboration of top‐down expectations. Research suggests forward traveling cortical alpha waves may reflect bottom‐up inhibition to enhance signal‐to‐noise ratios of sensory processing, while backward traveling alpha waves may reflect top‐down inhibition based on expectations. We used electroencephalography to test whether the strength of forward and backward traveling cortical alpha waves differed between meditators and a matched sample of nonmeditators during eyes‐closed resting (N = 97) and during a visual cognitive (Go/No‐go) task (N = 126). Our results showed meditators produced stronger forward traveling waves compared to nonmeditators while resting with their eyes closed and during task performance. Meditators also exhibited weaker backward traveling waves while resting with their eyes closed. These results may indicate a neural mechanism underpinning enhanced attention associated with meditation, as well as a potential neural marker of reductions in mind‐wandering, suggested to be associated with meditation. The results also support models of brain function that suggest attention modification is achievable through mental training to increase sensory awareness, which might be indexed by the greater strength of forward traveling cortical waves.","PeriodicalId":8250,"journal":{"name":"Annals of the New York Academy of Sciences","volume":"28 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":5.2,"publicationDate":"2025-07-03","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144547004","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"综合性期刊","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

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Diverse hosts, diverse immune systems: Evolutionary variation in bat immunology 不同的宿主，不同的免疫系统：蝙蝠免疫学的进化变异

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Annals of the New York Academy of Sciences Pub Date : 2025-07-03 DOI: 10.1111/nyas.15395

Daniel J. Becker, Amanda Vicente‐Santos, Ashley B. Reers, B. R. Ansil, Mika O'Shea, Caroline A. Cummings, Alicia J. Roistacher, Rita M. Quintela‐Tizon, Manuela M. T. Pereira, Juniper Rosen, Arinjay Banerjee, Hannah K. Frank

{"title":"Diverse hosts, diverse immune systems: Evolutionary variation in bat immunology","authors":"Daniel J. Becker, Amanda Vicente‐Santos, Ashley B. Reers, B. R. Ansil, Mika O'Shea, Caroline A. Cummings, Alicia J. Roistacher, Rita M. Quintela‐Tizon, Manuela M. T. Pereira, Juniper Rosen, Arinjay Banerjee, Hannah K. Frank","doi":"10.1111/nyas.15395","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1111/nyas.15395","url":null,"abstract":"The ability of multiple bat species to host zoonotic pathogens without often showing disease has fostered a growing interest in bat immunology to discover the ways immune systems may differ between bats and other vertebrates. However, interspecific variation in immunological diversity among bats has only begun to be recognized. The order Chiroptera accounts for over 20% of all mammalian species and shows extreme diversity in a suite of correlated ecological traits, such that bats should not be expected to be immunologically homogenous. We review the ecological and evolutionary diversity of chiropteran hosts and highlight case studies emphasizing the range of immune strategies thus far observed across bat species, including responses to SARS‐CoV‐2. Next, we synthesize and propose hypotheses to explain this immunological diversity, focusing on pathogen exposure, biogeography, host energetics, and environmental stability. We then analyze immunology‐related citations across bat species to motivate discussions of key research priorities. Broad sampling is needed to remedy current biases, as only a fraction of bat species has been immunologically studied. Such work should integrate methodological advancements, in vitro and in vivo studies, and phylogenetic comparative methods to robustly test evolutionary hypotheses and understand the drivers and consequences of immunological diversity among bats.","PeriodicalId":8250,"journal":{"name":"Annals of the New York Academy of Sciences","volume":"69 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":5.2,"publicationDate":"2025-07-03","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144547020","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"综合性期刊","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

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Beyond problematic social media use and the brain: A public health and policy perspective 超越有问题的社交媒体使用和大脑：公共卫生和政策视角

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Annals of the New York Academy of Sciences Pub Date : 2025-06-30 DOI: 10.1111/nyas.15409

Holly Shannon, Matteo Montgomery, Alison Funk, Alireza Kamyabi, Madison Hunt, Ceinwen Pope, Kim Hellemans, Synthia Guimond

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Independently testing prosocial interventions: Methods and recommendations from 31 researchers 独立测试亲社会干预：31位研究者的方法与建议

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Annals of the New York Academy of Sciences Pub Date : 2025-06-28 DOI: 10.1111/nyas.15393

David J. Grüning, Julia Kamin, Emily Saltz, Tin Acosta, Dominic DiFranzo, Beth Goldberg, Alex Leavitt, Filippo Menczer, Tyler Musgrave, Yixue Wang, Magdalena Wojcieszak

{"title":"Independently testing prosocial interventions: Methods and recommendations from 31 researchers","authors":"David J. Grüning, Julia Kamin, Emily Saltz, Tin Acosta, Dominic DiFranzo, Beth Goldberg, Alex Leavitt, Filippo Menczer, Tyler Musgrave, Yixue Wang, Magdalena Wojcieszak","doi":"10.1111/nyas.15393","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1111/nyas.15393","url":null,"abstract":"There is a growing need for independent, ecologically valid research on prosocial design interventions within online platforms. Platform design has a significant impact on user interactions, yet independent researchers often lack access to live platforms, limiting the ecological validity of studies testing the effectiveness of prosocial interventions. In response, 31 experts from academia, industry, and civil society gathered for a workshop focused on understanding methods that enable effective research on design interventions that lead to prosocial outcomes, such as healthy interactions and individual safety, well‐being, and dignity. We synthesize the workshop findings to guide researchers and practitioners in advancing prosocial design and to provide stakeholders—platforms, advocacy groups, and regulators—with evidence‐based tools to promote healthy online behavior. First, we present a review of the dominant research methods in the field. Second, we highlight the challenges that researchers agreed were most prominent (such as reinvention of the wheel) for testing interventions and recommend ways to address them. Finally, we propose specific future actions to address the challenges in the areas of knowledge sharing, events, and supporting infrastructure that experts consider most worth pursuing, and set out an agenda for future online prosocial research and investment.","PeriodicalId":8250,"journal":{"name":"Annals of the New York Academy of Sciences","volume":"18 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":5.2,"publicationDate":"2025-06-28","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144503613","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"综合性期刊","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

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Surface modification of NiTi alloys: Biological effects of tantalum oxide coatings NiTi合金的表面改性：氧化钽涂层的生物效应

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Annals of the New York Academy of Sciences Pub Date : 2025-06-27 DOI: 10.1111/nyas.15374

Anna Taratuta, Magdalena Antonowicz, Karolina Goldsztajn, Barbara Rynkus, Julia Lisoń‐Kubica, Jan Juszczyk, Julia Kolasa, Kamil Postava, Roman Major, Łukasz Major, Marcin Basiaga

{"title":"Surface modification of NiTi alloys: Biological effects of tantalum oxide coatings","authors":"Anna Taratuta, Magdalena Antonowicz, Karolina Goldsztajn, Barbara Rynkus, Julia Lisoń‐Kubica, Jan Juszczyk, Julia Kolasa, Kamil Postava, Roman Major, Łukasz Major, Marcin Basiaga","doi":"10.1111/nyas.15374","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1111/nyas.15374","url":null,"abstract":"In recent years, issues related to improving implant biocompatibility have focused on the development of various types of coatings. This paper presents data on surface modification of NiTi alloy for cardiovascular applications using the example of occluders, implants applied to close heart defects. The use of this alloy, despite its good biocompatibility and pseudoelastic effect, is associated with the risk of allergies, thrombosis, or problems occurring during tissue overgrowth. The current challenges in NiTi‐based implants are primarily centered on improving biocompatibility and reducing adverse biological responses, which have been achieved through the development of innovative surface treatments and coatings. To reduce these negative effects, we evaluated a surface modification involving the application of a tantalum oxide coating by atomic layer deposition on a substrate subjected to electrochemical polishing. To complement physicochemical tests, in vitro biological tests were performed, including cytotoxicity, cell proliferation, thrombogenicity, and proinflammatory cytokine levels. We also evaluated whether the produced coating improved the fluoroscopic visibility of the material. The results showed a favorable effect of the coating on the properties of the tested material, reducing cytotoxicity, thrombogenicity, and cytokine levels and enhancing cell proliferation.","PeriodicalId":8250,"journal":{"name":"Annals of the New York Academy of Sciences","volume":"83 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":5.2,"publicationDate":"2025-06-27","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144503614","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"综合性期刊","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

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Quality of life in older adults is enhanced by piano practice: Results from a randomized controlled trial 钢琴练习可以提高老年人的生活质量：一项随机对照试验的结果

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Annals of the New York Academy of Sciences Pub Date : 2025-06-27 DOI: 10.1111/nyas.15397

Florian Worschech, Damien Marie, Christopher Sinke, Matthias Kliegel, Kristin Jünemann, Daniel S. Scholz, Tillmann H. Krüger, Clara E. James, Eckart Altenmüller

{"title":"Quality of life in older adults is enhanced by piano practice: Results from a randomized controlled trial","authors":"Florian Worschech, Damien Marie, Christopher Sinke, Matthias Kliegel, Kristin Jünemann, Daniel S. Scholz, Tillmann H. Krüger, Clara E. James, Eckart Altenmüller","doi":"10.1111/nyas.15397","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1111/nyas.15397","url":null,"abstract":"Although hobbies can improve quality of life (QoL), the role that music might play in healthy aging still needs to be established. The aim of the present study was to investigate the causal influence of piano practice on QoL in seniors. Furthermore, we aimed to identify brain regions of the reward circuit that are related to QoL and piano practice. The present randomized controlled trial included 156 older, healthy participants. All participants were randomly assigned to either piano practice or music listening groups and attended weekly 60‐min lessons for 12 months. At 0, 6, 12, 18, and ∼48 months, QoL was assessed using the WHOQOL‐BREF questionnaire. Gray matter volume was evaluated from T1‐weighted MRI data acquired at the first four time points. Practicing piano positively impacted the psychological (log‐odds 0.13, 90% credible interval [0.01, 0.26]), physical (0.22 [0.05, 0.39]), and environmental (0.18 [0.01, 0.35]) QoL. Social QoL did not change between groups. Furthermore, changes in QoL were positively associated with bilateral amygdala and left pallidal volume increases. In conclusion, offering piano lessons could be a worthwhile approach to promote healthy aging and improve seniors’ QoL.","PeriodicalId":8250,"journal":{"name":"Annals of the New York Academy of Sciences","volume":"133 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":5.2,"publicationDate":"2025-06-27","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144500449","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"综合性期刊","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

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Artificial intelligence chatbots as a source of virtual social support: Implications for loneliness and anxiety management 人工智能聊天机器人作为虚拟社会支持的来源：对孤独和焦虑管理的影响

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Annals of the New York Academy of Sciences Pub Date : 2025-06-27 DOI: 10.1111/nyas.15400

Kelly Merrill, Sai Datta Mikkilineni, Marco Dehnert

{"title":"Artificial intelligence chatbots as a source of virtual social support: Implications for loneliness and anxiety management","authors":"Kelly Merrill, Sai Datta Mikkilineni, Marco Dehnert","doi":"10.1111/nyas.15400","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1111/nyas.15400","url":null,"abstract":"Loneliness, social isolation, and anxiety affect millions of people across the world. Communication technologies, including artificial intelligence (AI) chatbots, can potentially offer support to those experiencing mental health challenges by providing companionship and support. Specifically, social AI can mimic human interaction, which may help alleviate loneliness and anxiety through person‐centered messaging. Despite growing AI usage, there is limited research on the effectiveness of specific message types in this context. Thus, this study employed a 2 (person‐centered message: high vs. low) × 2 (context: loneliness vs. anxiety) between‐subjects design to test how different supportive messages from social AI chatbots impact subsequent outcomes. Results revealed that high person‐centered messages are associated with increased emotional validation. Furthermore, the quality of social support and interpersonal warmth (IW) mediated the relationship between high person‐centered messages and emotional validation. Finally, the mediation effect between high person‐centered messages and emotional validation via the quality of emotional support was moderated by social presence, but not the mediation effect between high person‐centered messages and emotional validation via IW. These results demonstrate the importance of developing social AI chatbots that employ messages high in person‐centeredness, as these messages are most important for addressing mental health concerns.","PeriodicalId":8250,"journal":{"name":"Annals of the New York Academy of Sciences","volume":"52 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":5.2,"publicationDate":"2025-06-27","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144500522","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"综合性期刊","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

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Electromagnetic fields modulate neuronal membrane ionic currents through altered cellular calcium homeostasis. 电磁场通过改变细胞钙稳态调节神经元膜离子电流。

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Annals of the New York Academy of Sciences Pub Date : 2025-06-26 DOI: 10.1111/nyas.15386

Federico Bertagna,Shiraz Ahmad,Rebecca Lewis,S Ravi P Silva,Johnjoe McFadden,Christopher L-H Huang,Hugh R Matthews,Kamalan Jeevaratnam

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