bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Systematic review on coping strategies used by palliative care patients in South Asia
Authors: Ali Hina , Fearon David , Jabeen Ismat
Published: June 2024

Background
The number of people with life-limiting illnesses seems to be increasing in South Asia’s fast-growing population. The diagnosis of a life-limiting condition is often associated with psychosocial stressors, including changes in social relations, financial constraints, limited physical functioning and anxiety about the future and death. Some of the coping strategies that patients employ to address these stressors include support from family members, increased religiosity, and acceptance of their condition.
Aim
To explore how palliative care patients in South Asia cope with the various psychosocial stressors experienced during their ailment.
Design and setting
This is a systematic review of qualitative studies identifying and exploring coping among palliative care patients within community settings in South Asia.
Method
Searches of four electronic databases from inception to May 2022 were carried out. The extracted data included participant demographics, study characteristics and coping strategies employed. Thematic synthesis was performed. This qualitative systematic review was conducted and reported according to the PRISMA (Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses) guidelines. The Critical Appraisal Skills Programme (CASP) checklist was used to evaluate the quality of the included articles.
Results
Six studies were included in the systematic review. The results showed that palliative care patients often experience loss of independence, financial worries and feelings of loneliness during their illness. The main coping strategies employed included social support from family, faith, and acceptance of their condition.
Conclusion
This systematic review provides a better understanding of various stressors and coping strategies in the context of palliative care in South Asia. This highlights the need for further research to be carried out in this area to better understand patients’ experiences and help develop policies and guidelines. The patient's family and their continuous support are identified as the predominant coping strategies in the context of South Asia. Family members seem to play a vital role in the provision of community or home-based palliative care. They not only provide personal, emotional but also monetary support needed in the terminal phase of life-limiting illness.
Effect of high pressure processing on color, texture and volatile compounds during sardine refrigeration
Authors: Ismaiel Lama , Nartea Ancuta , Fanesi Benedetta , Lucci Paolo , Pacetti Deborah , Jaeger Henry , Schottroff Felix
Published: June 2024

Extending sardine shelf life while maintaining their quality is challenging even with non-thermal technologies like high-pressure processing (HPP). This study investigates the effects of HPP at 400 and 600 MPa for varying holding times (1, 2.5, 5, and 10 minutes) on fresh sardines to extend their shelf life. Physicochemical attributes were assessed over 14 days of cold storage, analyzing texture, color, and volatile organic profiles. Increasing both pressure and holding times resulted in increased levels of hardness, chewiness, and lightness during storage. Aldehyde and ketone levels were impacted by both storage and HPP treatments (i.e., pressure and holding time), with treated samples showing lower ketone levels compared to untreated ones on day 14. Control samples displayed exclusively oxidation volatile markers (hexanal and 2,4-hexadienal) by the end of the storage period. These findings indicate the potential of HPP in prolonging shelf life and preserving quality in the sardine market. This study showed that high-pressure processing for fresh sardines has a high potential application in the future market even for cold storage periods longer than 14 days.
Integrated transcriptomic analysis reveals evolutionary and developmental characteristics of tendon ossification in teleost
Authors: Wang Xu-Dong , Shi Fei-Long , Zhou Jia-Jia , Xiao Zheng-Yu , Tu Tan , Xiong Xue-Mei , Nie Chun-Hong , Wan Shi-Ming , Gao Ze-Xia
Published: June 2024

Background
Intermuscular bones (IBs) are segmental ossifications in the myosepta and generally are similar with tendon ossification which is a type of heterotopic ossification (HO). Nevertheless, mechanism of IB formation is not well understood.
Results
In order to address this issue, we systematically analyze transcriptome data across multiple tissues, multiple species, multiple time points and multiple resolutions in teleost. First of all, we identify IB-specific genes by tau index method. Through cross-species comparison of tendon development process, we discover that candidate genes primarily are enriched in extracellular matrix organization, ossification, regulation of angiogenesis, et al. We also reveal that some of above candidate genes were abnormally expressed in runx2b−/− zebrafish without IBs. With the hope of clarifying the trajectory of cell differentiation during IB formation, we show that myostptal stem cell differentiates into osteoblast, fibroblast and tenocyte in runx2b+/+ zebrafish. However, the differentiation process of myostptal stem cell into osteoblast is inhibited in runx2b−/− zebrafish, while the differentiation process of myostptal stem cell into clec3bb + tenocyte and fibroblast is enhanced. Meanwhile, runx2b deficiency led to the upregulation of clec3bb expression in clec3bb + tenocyte cluster. Notably, there was a compensatory effect observed in cell differentiation and gene expression in runx2b−/− zebrafish, which suggests that runx2b and these candidate genes (such as clec3bb) are involved in the gene network of IB development.
Conclusions
This study elucidated the cell development process of tendon ossification in teleost, and identified key factor clec3bb involved in tendon ossification. These findings provide a foundation for understanding tendon ossification in teleost and further research on tendon ossification in mammals.
Repair effect analysis of mesenchymal stem cell conditioned media from multiple sources on HUVECs damaged by high glucose
Authors: Guo Xueyan , Wang Junyan , Su Rong , Luo Dan , Zhao Keli , Li Yan
Published: June 2024

Background
The therapeutic potential of mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs) may be partly attributed to their secretion growth factors, cytokines and chemokines. In various preclinical studies, the use of MSC-conditioned media (CM) has demonstrated promising potential for promoting vascular repair.
Methods
To gain a comprehensive understanding of the variations in conditioned media derived from different sources of mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs) including umbilical cord, adipose and bone marrow, we investigated their reparative effects on human umbilical vein endothelial cells (HUVECs) subjected to damage induced by high glucose. Initially, the secreted proteins from the three types of MSCs were assessed using the bicinchoninic acid (BCA) method. Subsequently, we examined the influence of different type of MSC secreted proteins on the proliferation of HUVECs under high glucose conditions. Following this, transwell migration experiments were conducted to evaluate the impact of MSC source on the migration of HUVECs damaged by high glucose. We further compared the effects of adding secreted proteins from the three types of MSCs on the tube formation ability of HUVECs subjected to high glucose damage. Finally, tandem mass tag (TMT) labeling quantitative proteomics was performed to analyze differently expressed proteins in the secreted proteins of three type MSC by using LC-MS/MS.
Results
In this study, we observed a significantly higher secretion of proteins from umbilical cord mesenchymal stem cells (UMSCs) compared to adipose-derived stem cells (ADSCs). Subsequently, we found that the of proliferation HUVECs was significantly improved with supplementing the three MSCs secreted proteins under high glucose medium. Notably, the reparative effects of bone marrow mesenchymal stem cells (BMSCs) and UMSCs were superior to those of ADSCs. Afterwards, UMSCs exhibited the strongest ability to repair cell migration when HUVECs damaged by high glucose. Moreover, all three MSCs' secreted proteins exhibited the ability to enhance tube formation. Importantly, the UMSCs' secretome showed the most pronounced improvement in tube formation, as evidenced by the evaluation of parameters such as the number of nodes, the number of branches, and total length. These findings suggest that the UMSCs' secretome plays a crucial role in biological processes such as vasculature development, cell adhesion, and tissue remodeling. Additionally, the BMSCs' secretome was found to promote vascular development. The results collectively indicate the diverse therapeutic potential of MSC secretomes in influencing various aspects of cellular function and tissue repair.
Conclusion
In conclusion, this study offers a valuable reference for the selection of more suitable sources of mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs) in the treatment of diabetic cardiovascular disease.
Cointegration Dynamics between Stock Markets of India and its Asian Trading Partners: An Empirical Investigation
Authors: Anthonysamy Eronimus , Verma Reetika
Published: June 2024

Purpose: The increasing trade integration between nations leads to a higher level of economic and financial integration among them. This research aims to explore the dynamic connections between India's stock market and its major Asian trading partners, including China, Japan, Korea, Thailand, and Turkey.
Design/methodology/approach: The study used daily closing values of the main stock indices from January 2002 to December 2021 for the selected countries. To assess the stock market data's stability, the ADF unit root test was employed. Furthermore, a correlation test was conducted to examine short-term associations, and the ARDL cointegration test was applied to investigate long-term associations among the stock markets.
Findings: The results revealed that the Indian stock market exhibited significant associations and integration with the markets of its Asian trading partners, indicating that trade integration also fosters financial integration.
Originality: The study is the first attempt to explore the dynamic association among the stock market of India and its major Asian trading partners. The results would be relevant for the investors seeking diversification benefits and for policymakers also. Existence of long term association among the markets suggest that diversification among these markets would not provide fruitful returns in long run and the trading relations among the nations does matter for integrating its stock markets as well.
Heterotrophic plate counts (HPC) in drinking water distribution systems: A comprehensive review and meta-analysis
Authors: Carabin Anne , Cassivi Alexandra , Dorea Caetano , Rodriguez Manuel , Huot Caroline
Published: June 2024

Heterotrophic plate count (HPC) is widely assessed in drinking water distribution systems. However, methodological standards and guidelines on the use of HPC are not clearly defined. This comprehensive review and meta-analysis aim to evaluate HPC concentration and how they relate to the characteristics and operational conditions of systems. The size of the distribution system, use of chlorine or chloramine as secondary disinfection and the carbon content of the water were considered. Among 839 MEDLINE® records, 39 met our criteria and were included in the meta-analysis. Overall, wide ranges of HPC levels were observed in drinking water distribution systems. Results from the meta-analysis show a significant difference in concentrations between systems using chlorine or chloramine as secondary disinfectant and those that are not using any form of secondary disinfection. Similarly, results demonstrate a positive correlation between HPC levels and assimilable organic carbon. Assessing the spatial and temporal variations of HPC can provide useful information about the biological stability of the water and allow for routine analyses within individual drinking water systems. Due to its limitations as a global and unique indicator of water quality, HPC should be applied as part of a multi-parameter approach for microbial growth analysis in distribution networks.
Treatment techniques and resource recovery of source-separated urine: a bibliometric analysis and literature review
Authors: Li Zhonghong , Li Xiaoguang
Published: June 2024

Human urine, which is high in nutrients, acts as a resource as well as a contaminant. Indiscriminate urine discharge causes environmental pollution and wastes resources. To elucidate the research status and developmental trajectory of source-separated urine (SSU) treatment and recovery, this study was based on the Web of Science Core Collection (WOSCC) database and used the bibliometric software VOSviewer and CiteSpace to conduct a comprehensive and in-depth bibliometric analysis of the related literature in this field. The findings revealed a general upward trend in SSU treatment and recovery from 2000 to 2023. The compendium of 894 scholarly articles predominantly focused on the disciplines of Environmental Sciences, Environmental Engineering, and Water Resources. China and the USA emerged as the foremost contributors. Keyword co-occurrence mapping, clustering, and burst analysis have shown that the recovery of nitrogen and phosphorus from urine is currently the main focus, with future prospects leaning toward the retrieval of biochemicals and chemical energy. This study systematically categorizes and compares the developmental status, current advancements, and research progress in this field. The findings of this study provide a valuable reference for understanding developmental pathways in this field of research.
As tensões do jardim: a construção discursiva da epifania no conto "Amor", de Clarice Lispector
Authors: Lindenberg Lemos Carolina , Farias Mendes Beatriz
Published: June 2024

Este trabalho busca oferecer uma descrição discursiva daquilo que a crítica literária (CAMPOS, 2017; SÁ, 2000) cunhou como “epifania” ou como “indecifrabilidade” na obra de Clarice Lispector. Para tanto, apoiamo-nos nas ferramentas da semiótica discursiva (GREIMAS, 2014) e de seu desdobramento tensivo (ZILBERBERG, 2006a; 2006b; 2011) a fim de analisar o arranjo particular da epifania em “Amor” (LISPECTOR, 2020). Acompanhando o percurso da narrativa, este artigo discute inicialmente a construção do estado instável em que se encontra a personagem. Aborda-se para tanto a configuração temporal de sua viagem de bonde, bem como de seu fluxo interno de pensamento; a construção de um destinador social que a enlaça em seu cotidiano; e o fluxo aspectual que se estabelece entre presente e passado. Em seguida, discute-se a aparição epifânica e sua ligação profunda com os sentimentos de piedade e compaixão (LIMA, 2016) e continua-se com a descrição dos desdobramentos dessa fratura do cotidiano (GREIMAS, 2017) no conflito sensível que experimenta a personagem no Jardim Botânico. Seu percurso termina na volta ao lar, que se vê invadido pelas sensações do exterior (o não-lar). O artigo finda por descrever a progressão discursiva de restabelecimento da personagem até seu repouso na conjunção com o marido. Por meio do escrutínio desse conto, mostra-se que, longe de ser indecifrável, a confusão da personagem está, ao contrário, profundamente urdida no tecido discursivo e organizada para levar o leitor a sentir, com Ana, a epifania piedosa.
Palatalização de /S/ em Natal e em São José de Mipibu-RN
Authors: Sales Gabriel , De Medeiros da Silva Priscila Sheila , Cunha Carla Maria , Cristina Ananias Thayná
Published: June 2024

Este artigo objetiva retomar e ampliar a análise da palatalização de /S/ na fala das cidades de Natal e de São José de Mipibu-RN. Partimos, fundamentalmente, dos pressupostos teóricos e metodológicos da Sociolinguística Variacionista (Labov, 2008 [1972]) para análise dos dados de fala dessas comunidades, coletados em entrevistas sociolinguísticas realizadas em 2019. Os dados foram submetidos à análise de regressão logística com uso do pacote Rbrul (Johnson, 2009), executado no ambiente R (R core team, 2021). Os resultados do modelo estatístico indicam os fatores segmento seguinte e faixa etária como relevantes para explicação do processo. A análise sincrônica dos resultados possibilita a interpretação da palatalização de /S/ como um fenômeno de condicionamento mais linguístico do que social. Também se estabelece uma análise diacrônica decorrente da comparação dos dados coletados em 2019 e os registrados em Pessoa (1986, 1991). A comparação permite tanto observar a ampliação mais efetiva do condicionamento linguístico quanto ampliar, do ponto de vista sociocultural, o grupo dos informantes em relação ao sexo. Além disso, com base na conformação da escala de sonoridade de Clements e Hume (1995) e na hierarquia de complexidade de sons proposta por Anderson e Ewen (2009 [1987]), identificamos que a expansão dos contextos favorecedores da palatalização respeita um ordenamento crescente de sonoridade e de complexidade, permitindo um correlato com a aquisição da linguagem.
Mapeamento da literatura de autoria feminina na Guiana Francesa
Authors: Da Costa e Silva Natali Fabiana , Fonseca Ferreira Ligia
Published: June 2024

Este artigo tem por objetivo realizar um mapeamento da literatura escrita por mulheres  na Guiana francesa situando-a no interior de uma produção literária mais ampla. Para isso,  buscaremos problematizar a visibilidade das autoras guianenses no contexto da escrita de  expressão francesa e crioula em seu território levando em consideração o modo como a autoria  feminina aparece nos compêndios literários guianenses. Pretende-se, igualmente, analisar o  surgimento de um espaço consolidado de escrita literária feminina e guianense a partir do final do  século XX com base nas discussões de Antonio Candido (2017) sobre a literatura como sistema.
Nancy Huston e Sérgio Kokis, escritores “latinos do Norte”?
Authors: Weigel François
Published: June 2024

O escritor Sérgio Kokis nasceu em 1944 no Rio de Janeiro, onde viveu durante mais de  vinte anos, mas se exilou do seu país natal para fugir da ditadura militar e, morando hoje em  Montréal, escolheu a língua francesa para construir toda sua obra literária. Nancy Huston,  canadense nascida em Calgary, mas que escolheu o francês para ser a língua principal do seu  processo criativo, tem uma relação muito mais distante com o Brasil, onde apenas fez uma curta  viagem, tendo lido também textos sobre a cultura brasileira. As lembranças de infância  alimentaram a ficção em Le pavillon des miroirs, primeiro romance de Kokis, publicado em 1994,  enquanto as anotações sobre o Brasil e a capoeira serviram de arcabouço para a narrativa de  Danse noire, publicado em 2013. Com estéticas distintas e graus diferentes de conhecimento do  Brasil, as duas obras oferecem um olhar sobre a alteridade brasileira e, de maneira mais ampla,  veiculam imagens, entre estereótipos e desconstrução das representações, sobre as culturas latinas  da América do Sul. Os francófonos do Canadá, esses “Latinos do Norte”, não teriam no Brasil e  na América latina um espelho para interrogar suas identidades culturais e linguísticas dentro de  um país majoritariamente anglófono? Os imaginários latino-americanos não constituiriam uma  fonte fascinante de renovação dos imaginários? Tais são as indagações que orientam nosso  estudo dos romances de Kokis e Huston.
Addressing the Challenge of Ambiguous Data in Deep Learning
Authors: Schmarje Lars
Published: June 2024

In machine learning, the availability of high-quality labeled data is essential for training accurate models. However, humans often disagree among themselves or over time when labeling or annotating image classification data. As a result, they create ambiguous data that poses a significant challenge to deep learning.
This research focuses on addressing this issue by proposing an overview that defines the problem, provides the necessary data for research, establishes evaluation metrics and presents methods for solving the problem.
The ultimate goal is to develop an effective annotation strategy for image classification based on several thousand different experiments to improve data quality while reducing cost. The main idea of this dissertation is
not to rely on one annotation per image, but to consider the average of multiple annotations. However, this would not be feasible in reality without reducing the cost of acquiring such annotations. This dissertation
uses proposals as a guide during the annotation process to improve the consistency of the annotations and to reduce the annotation time and thus the associated costs. The use of proposals could introduce a bias into the data.
Analysis of this bias and its introduction led to possible methods to minimize or reverse it. All this research is finally unified in an annotation strategy in the form of a flowchart that allows future research to easily
understand the necessary steps needed to produce high quality data for their specific use case with as little effort as possible. This strategy is successfully verified on a real biomedical task. In conclusion, this thesis
presents a comprehensive investigation of the challenges posed by annotating ambiguous data in deep learning. This research provides an effective strategy to address the fundamental issue of data quality, thereby improving
the quality and reliability of models and advancing the field of deep learning as a whole.
Research on the Role of the Digital Economy in the Modern Logistics Industry
Authors: Wang Zichen
Published: June 2024

The world has entered an era of digital economy, and China’s logistics industry is accelerating its digital transformation to promote the upgrading of industrial structure, enhance safety and efficiency, improve service quality, optimize user experience, and ultimately drive intelligent transformation. Furthermore, in response to the current state of digital logistics, this paper proposes optimization and innovation policies such as strengthening the training of logistics innovation technical personnel, enhancing the economic infrastructure of digital logistics, and promoting deep integration between the digital economy and logistics industr -to enrich logistic theory under the digital economy and promote high-quality development of contemporary logistics industry.
Review on Different Methods for Smart Dam Operation and Water Monitoring
Authors: J S Mr. Pramukh
Published: June 2024

Abstract: This complete literature review digs into the complex world of automated dam operations and water quality management, emphasising key advances and developing techniques in this crucial subject. The study focuses on the integration of sensor technologies, IoT systems, and data analytics to explain how these advances have transformed dam management and water quality preservation. The study gives essential insights into the cutting-edge approaches used in automated dam operations and water quality management by thoroughly examining numerous studies and research findings. Discussions on the use of real-time monitoring systems to track critical water parameters, as well as the use of predictive modelling tools to detect possible problems with water quality early on, are especially relevant. This literature review not only emphasises the importance of technological advancements in improving operational efficiency and environmental stewardship, but it also lays the groundwork for future exploration and refinement of thee methodologies in the pursuit of sustainable water resource management.
Modelling of Gas Leakage Detector with Safety System
Authors: Majumder Ankita
Published: June 2024

Abstract: Leaking of gas is the major problem with industrial sector, domestic areas and vehicles run by LPG gas. Many accidents occur in day-to-day life like explosion because of gas leakage. If gas leakage is not detected earlier then major harm is caused. Due to leakage of LPG gas, it produces hazardous and toxic impact for living things.[1] LPG and natural gas is highly combustible and can burn even at some distance from the source of outflow. The main aim of this project is to present the detection of leakage, alert the danger to people and on the exhaust fan to throw out the gas to prevent from explosion. The gas will be detected by using MQ5 gas sensor. It will immediately turn on the buzzer and exhaust fan and also off the all of the lights, fans of the house for safety, when the sensor detect any gas leakage. This system is controlled by Arduino platform
Automatic Switching of Three Phase Induction Motor during Fault Condition
Authors: Agalwe Rupa S.
Published: June 2024

Abstract: Three-Phase Induction Motor Automated Transition in Defective Conditions Maintaining the effective operation of three-phase induction motors is crucial in a variety of industrial contexts. However, malfunctions such as phase inconsistency, voltage drop, and overcurrent can seriously impair motor performance, leading to loss of operation and possible damage. This article introduces an automatic switching method designed to improve the fault-tolerance capacity of induction motors in order to address these issues. The system uses advanced fault detection algorithms to identify abnormal conditions quickly and enable a seamless transition to backup power or other configurations. It also incorporates preventive measures to guard against phase abnormalities and voltage variations that could harm the motor. Through simulation and real-world testing, the suggested system's dependability and effectiveness are confirmed, highlighting its potential to guarantee continuous motor running in industrial applications, a three-phase induction motor must be automatically switched on. A two-motor system a primary motor and a backup motor is shown in this study. If the primary motor fails, the backup motor is automatically turned on. Microcontroller design controls the entire switching process.
Trading T gates for dirty qubits in state preparation and unitary synthesis
Authors: Low Guang Hao , Kliuchnikov Vadym , Schaeffer Luke
Published: June 2024

Efficient synthesis of arbitrary quantum states and unitaries from a universal fault-tolerant gate-set e.g. Clifford+T is a key subroutine in quantum computation. As large quantum algorithms feature many qubits that encode coherent quantum information but remain idle for parts of the computation, these should be used if it minimizes overall gate counts, especially that of the expensive T-gates. We present a quantum algorithm for preparing any dimension-N pure quantum state specified by a list of N classical numbers, that realizes a trade-off between space and T-gates. Our scheme uses O(log⁡(N/ϵ)) clean qubits and a tunable number of ∼(λlog⁡(log⁡Nϵ)) dirty qubits, to reduce the T-gate cost to O(Nλ+λlog⁡Nϵlog⁡log⁡Nϵ). This trade-off is optimal up to logarithmic factors, proven through an unconditional gate counting lower bound, and is, in the best case, a quadratic improvement in T-count over prior ancillary-free approaches. We prove similar statements for unitary synthesis by reduction to state preparation. Underlying our constructions is a T-efficient circuit implementation of a quantum oracle for arbitrary classical data.
A distribution testing oracle separation between QMA and QCMA
Authors: Natarajan Anand , Nirkhe Chinmay
Published: June 2024

It is a long-standing open question in quantum complexity theory whether the definition of non−deterministic quantum computation requires quantum witnesses (QMA) or if classical witnesses suffice (QCMA). We make progress on this question by constructing a randomized classical oracle separating the respective computational complexity classes. Previous separations \cite{ak-oracle}, \cite{fefferman-kimmel} required a quantum unitary oracle. The separating problem is deciding whether a distribution supported on regular un-directed graphs either consists of multiple connected components (yes instances) or consists of one expanding connected component (no instances) where the graph is given in an adjacency-list format by the oracle. Therefore, the oracle is a distribution over n-bit boolean functions.
Contrasting recovery of metagenome‑assembled genomes and derived microbial communities from lizard fecal and cloacal samples
Authors: Hernandez Mauricio , Langa Jorge , Arrieta Ostaizka Aizpurua , Navarro-Noya Yendi , Alberdi Antton
Published: June 2024

Genome-resolved metagenomics, based on shotgun sequencing, has become a
powerful strategy for investigating animal-associated microbiomes, due
its heightened capability for delivering detailed taxonomic,
phylogenetic, and functional insights compared to amplicon
sequencing-based approaches. While genome-resolved metagenomics holds
promise across various non-lethal sample types, their effectiveness in
yielding high-quality metagenome-assembled genomes (MAGs) remains
largely unexplored. Our investigation of fecal and cloacal microbiota of
the mesquite lizards (Sceloporus grammicus) using genome-resolved
metagenomics revealed that fecal samples contributed 97% of the 127
reconstructed bacterial genomes, whereas only 3% were recovered from
cloacal swabs, which were largely enriched with host DNA. Taxonomic,
phylogenetic and functional alpha microbial diversity was greater in
fecal samples than in cloacal swabs. We also observed significant
differences in microbial community composition between sampling methods,
and higher inter-individual variation in cloacal swabs. Bacteroides,
Phocaeicola and Parabacteroides (all Bacteroidota) were more abundant in
the feces, whereas Hafnia and Salmonella (both Pseudomonadota) increased
in the cloaca. Functional analyses showed that metabolic capacities of
the microbiota to degrade polysaccharides, sugars and nitrogen compounds
were enriched in fecal samples, likely reflecting the role of the
microbiota in nutrient metabolism. Overall, our results indicate that
fecal samples outperform cloacal swabs in characterizing microbial
assemblages within lizards using genome-resolved metagenomics.
Advancing Public Health Strategies: A Bibliometric Analysis of Aging in Health Behavioral Economics
Authors: Kim Inhye , Hyunseo * , Yun Sohyeon , Park Hae Yean
Published: June 2024

This comprehensive bibliometric study delves into the impact of
behavioral economics on public health research, focusing particularly on
trends that span a decade up to July 2023. Utilizing the Web of Science
database and VOSviewer tools, the analysis employs traditional
bibliometric measures and integrates a global perspective through
geographic and interdisciplinary lenses. The study evaluated 5,903
articles, revealing a robust expansion in the field of health behavioral
economics with a notable 85.43% contribution from U.S. institutions,
particularly highlighting the University of Pennsylvania with 290
publications. This growth is complemented by significant input from
various international entities, underscoring increased global and
interdisciplinary collaborations. The research identifies key trends
such as Lifestyle and Perceived Health, Neuroimaging, Addiction, and
Substance Abuse, suggesting a shift towards incorporating
neuroscientific insights into public health strategies. This shift is
particularly aimed at addressing challenges an aging society faces,
emphasizing how behavioral economics can influence public health
strategies to promote healthy aging behaviors. The findings highlight
the critical role of behavioral economics in enhancing life quality for
the elderly, suggesting its potentially transformative impact on
age-related health care and policy.
An analytical model for wind velocity uncertainty estimations in ground-based Doppler lidar measurements
Authors: Costa Francisco , Courtney Michael Stephen , Cheng Po-Wen
Published: June 2024

This article presents an analytical model to estimate wind velocity
uncertainties in ground-based (dual) Doppler lidar measurements. The
model follows the principles of uncertainty propagation as recommended
by the Guide to the Expression of Uncertainty in Measurements. Key-input
quantities of the measuring model considered uncertain include elevation
and azimuth angles and focus distance, or range. The uncertainty model
also accounts for bias and random errors originating from hardware
components and data processing techniques. Uncertainty correlations
within a single lidar and between instruments in a dual-lidar system are
addressed. The measurement model assumes perfect spatio-temporal
synchronisation between the lidar instruments while probing a
non-turbulent wind inflow described by a vertical shear model. Results
from the analytical solution are verified using Monte Carlo simulations,
obtaining very good agreement from the comparison. The pattern of the
uncertainty distributions is predominantly influenced by the relative
positioning of the measuring system(s) and the intended measurement
point(s). The magnitude of the uncertainty distributions is principally
determined by the intrinsic uncertainty of the lidar, modulated by the
set of relevant uncertainty correlations.
Undifferentiated embryonal sarcoma of the liver: First case reported in Central America
Authors: García Amilcar Antonio Alfaro , Fonseca Ludwing Bacon , Alvarez Maria del Rosario Romero
Published: June 2024

Background: Undifferentiated embryonal sarcoma of the liver (UESL) is an
aggressive mesenchymal tumor that usually occurs in children. When it
occurs in adults, it poses a diagnostic challenge for the medical team.
The clinical manifestations are not specific, imaging studies show a
hepatic mass with a mixed component (solid and cystic). To date,
surgical resection with neoadjuvant therapy has yielded satisfactory
results in terms of survival. Case: We present the case of a 19-year-old
patient, which, to our knowledge is the only case reported in Central
America, which was surgically resected and received adjuvant
chemotherapy. The patient has been followed for 34 months, and she
remains free of disease. Conclusion: The presented case highlights the
need to raise awareness about UESL in the Central American region and
promote a comprehensive diagnostic and therapeutic approach to improve
disease-free survival in these patients.
A Novel Grid-connected Inverter Used Voltage Feed-forward Resonant Damping Control Strategy
Authors: Zhuo chaoran , Xin Jie , Yi Hao , Song Weizhang
Published: June 2024

The growing utilization of renewable energy sources yields significant
economic and societal advantages, yet concurrently accentuates the
intricacies within the source-grid-load system. Micro grid circumstances
can prompt resonance between the grid-connected inverter and grid
impedance, thereby jeopardizing the secure and steady operation of the
entire power supply network. To enhance the stability margin of the
grid-connected inverter while upholding its output traits, this study
delves into the grid voltage feedforward control strategy for the
inverter amidst feeble grid conditions. Drawing on the output
conductance model, the investigation extensively examines the
integration of grid voltage feedforward within the inverter’s control
loop, employing proportional control, proportional weighted control, and
multiple resonance control, each with distinct weighting schemes. The
stability of the inverter across diverse control approaches is evaluated
using a passive stability criterion. Consequently, a feedforward control
strategy employing multi-resonance with variable weighting ratios is
proposed, fostering the passive attributes of the inverter’s output
conductance in low and medium frequency ranges. This ensures stability
and augments harmonic suppression potential, especially in the presence
of feeble grid conditions. The practicality of the proposed strategy is
substantiated through simulation and experimentation.
Understanding Full-Depth Steric Sea Level Change in the Southwest Pacific Basin using Deep Argo
Authors: Lele Ratnaksha , Purkey Sarah G.
Published: June 2024

Using nine years of full-depth profiles from 55 Deep Argo floats in the
Southwest Pacific Basin collected between 2014 and 2023, we find
consistent warm anomalies compared to a long-term climatology below 2000
m ranging between 11±2 to
34±2moC, most pronounced between 3500
and 5000 m. Over this period, a cooling trend is found between 2000-4000
m and a significant warming trend below 4000 m with a maximum rate of
4.1±0.31 moC yr-1 near
5000 m, with a possible acceleration over the second half of the period.
The integrated Steric Sea Level expansion below 2000 m was
7.9± 1 mm compared to the climatology with a trend of
1.3± 1.6 mm dec-1 over the Deep Argo
era, contributing significantly to the local sea level budget. We assess
the ability to close a full Sea Level Budget, further demonstrating the
value of a full-depth Argo array.
Dust Source Areas and Their Plume Extent Derived from Satellite Data Fields
Authors: AlNasser Faisal , Chehbouni Abdelghani , Entekhabi Dara
Published: June 2024

In this study, prominent dust source areas are identified along with
their plume extent using high temporal frequency satellite observations.
Hourly dust plume observations of the Dust Belt from geostationary-orbit
satellites are analyzed for the 2018-2022 period. To identify dust
source areas and their extents, we back-track plumes to their source,
assessing source areas in terms of emission frequency, contribution, and
plume extent patterns. This method advances over traditional source
allocation techniques that rely on polar-orbiting satellites based on a
few daily passes and meteorological wind fields for backtracking. Our
findings indicate that Boreal summer is the most intense season for most
sources, except in the Southern Sahara, which experiences winterly
winds. Our analysis also reveals significant contributions from regions
within the Sahara that experience intense but infrequent dust storms,
highlighting the importance of considering both frequency and magnitude
in understanding dust emissions.
The Quantified Galloway Ternary Diagram of Delta Morphology
Authors: Paniagua-Arroyave Juan F. , Nienhuis Jaap H
Published: June 2024

Waves, rivers, and tides shape delta morphology. Recent studies have
enabled predictions of their relative influence on deltas globally, but
methods and associated uncertainties have remained poorly known. We
address that gap and expand on earlier work that quantified delta
morphology within the Galloway ternary diagram of river, wave, and tidal
sediment fluxes. We assess delta morphology predictions compared to
observations for 31 deltas globally and find a median error of 4%
(standard deviation of 11%) in the river, tide, or wave-driven sediment
fluxes. Relative uncertainties are greatest for mixed-process deltas
(e.g., Sinu, error of 49%) and tend to decrease for end-member
morphologies where either wave, tide, or river sediment fluxes dominate
(e.g., Fly, error of 0.2%). Prediction uncertainties for delta
morphologic metrics are more considerable: the delta shoreline
protrusion angles set by wave influence have a median error of 45%, the
delta channel widening from tides 25%, and the number of distributary
channels 86%. Larger sources of prediction uncertainty are (1) delta
morphology data, e.g., delta slopes that modulate tidal fluxes, (2) data
on river sediment flux distribution between individual delta river
outlets, and (3) theoretical basis behind fluvial and tidal dominance.
Future works should address these sources, improving predictions of
delta morphology from sediment fluxes that allow us to assess how much
climate and global changes affect deltas.
Characteristics of Convectively Induced Turbulence in East Asia Using Geostationary Korea Multi-Purpose Satellite-2A (GK-2A) and In Situ Aircraft Data
Authors: Baek Sung-Ho , Kim Jung-Hoon , Kim Soo-Hyun , Lee Yoonjin , Noh Yoo-Jeong , Lee Sang-Moo
Published: June 2024

Deep convection and its vicinity are important areas of turbulence
encounters in cruising aircraft, called convectively induced turbulence
(CIT). In this study, deep convection area (DCA) in East Asia is
identified using the infrared channel of Geostationary Korea
Multi-Purpose Satellite-2A (GK-2A) from August 2019 to August 2022, and
CIT is determined by using in situ aircraft data adjacent to the DCA.
Based on the satellite-based CIT algorithm, the results indicate that
13.71%, 15.68%, and 18.96% of the total turbulence cases are
classified as CIT over the Korean Peninsula, East Asia, and the
full-disk area, respectively, which are consistent with those in the
previous studies. In East Asia, the CIT ratio is the highest in summer
primarily due to the East Asian summer monsoon, and surprisingly, it is
the second highest in winter. In winter, DCA occurs along the storm
tracks accompanied by Aleutian Low, which provides favorable conditions
for flights to encounter CIT in the North Pacific Ocean. The CIT
intensity decreases rapidly as the horizontal distance between the DCA
boundary and CIT location increases. However, at a distance exceeding 40
km from the DCA boundary, the intensity of turbulence gradually
increases, which is most significant in winter. This trend is more
likely related to the broader areas of DCA in winter season than those
in summer mainly due to the stronger upper-level jet and its interaction
with a storm system. Eventually, our satellite-based CIT algorithm can
provide a better information of avoidance guidance for CIT over the
ocean.
Miserable Marriage between Periodontitis and Vitamin D Deficiency
Authors: SD* Jassim
Published: June 2024

Who said that even the most dangerous diseases cannot be prevented or treated by simple, axiomatic and natural modalities? To catch this opportunity we should know our disease very well, and from this concept the subject of our mini review was born. Recently, there was a relation between periodontal diseases and vitamin D being built and strengthen by the results of researches. In other words we will target one of the most important causative factors of periodontitis, we will review the relation between periodontitis and vitamin D deficiency.
Changing Scenario of Groundnut Stem and Collar Rot Diseases in Major Groundnut Growing Areas of Telangana
Authors: Chandrakala J. , Pushpavathi B. , Sudini Harikishan , Triveni S. , Supriya K.
Published: June 2024

A roving survey was carried out in major groundnut-growing regions of Telangana state during kharif 2020 and kharif 2021 season aimed to assess the incidence of stem rot (Sclerotium rolfsii) and collar rot (Aspergillus niger) disease. The study revealed varying disease incidences at different stages and locations. The highest per cent disease incidence of stem rot from vegetative stage (22.05%) was recorded in Kalvapalle village of Mahabubabad district while maximum collar rot incidence (10.57%) was recorded in Choppadandi village of Karimnagar district. Lowest stem rot (7.81%) and collar rot (3.27%) incidence was recorded in Varkal village of Nalgonda district and Chakalpalle village of Wanaparthy district. Conversely at harvest stage maximum stem rot incidence (9.04%) was observed in Venkatapur village of Warangal district  and maximum collar rot incidence (4.31%) was observed in Gundyala village of Mahabubnagar district. Lowest stem rot incidence (1.41%) was recorded in Gurthur village of Mahabubabad district while Collar rot incidence (1.69%) was recorded in Kondapur village of  Nalgonda district.
Raising Farmers Income through the Cultivation of Medicinal and Aromatic Plants
Authors: Sharma Dinesh , Chaudhary V. K. , Dev Inder
Published: June 2024

The present study was conducted during October, 2022 to April, 2023 in the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh which is predominated by the cultivation of apple. Medicinal and aromatic plants are playing an important role in Homeopathy, Ayurveda and Unani medicines. Local inhabitants have been using these plants for various ethno pharmaceutical uses. Stratified Random Sampling was used for conducting the survey. Both Primary and Secondary information (data) were collected through schedules, questionnaires, face to face talks, personal interviews and group discussions. Societies and Self Help Groups (SHGs) were created for the cultivation of Saussurea costus (Kuth) and Aconitum heterophyllum (Patish). Local trader has purchased Kuth at the rate of ` 200 per Kilogram and Aconitum heterophyllum (Patish) at the rate of ` Rs. 2000 per Kilogram. In Delhi market, the farmers have received higher rates (`Rs. 300 per Kilogram for Saussurea costus (Kuth) and ` Rs. 2100 per Kilogram for the Aconitum heterophyllum  (Patish)). On an average, a farmer was reported to earn `Rs. 50,000 to ` Rs. 100,000 per bigha per annum from the cultivation of these medicinal plants.
La interpretación arquitectónica del tránsito de la Crítica del Juicio como argumento teorético y práctico
Authors: Caballero López Daniel
Published: June 2024

El presente artículo demuestra que el tránsito entre la naturaleza y la libertad —como es expuesto en la Introducción a la Crítica del Juicio— debe ser comprendido como un argumento teorético y práctico, cuyo propósito es demostrar la posibilidad del Sumo Bien en la naturaleza. Con este propósito, se reconstruye histórico-genéticamente el contexto en que aparece el tránsito dentro de la composición de la obra, justificando así su validez como sentido global de la Crítica. Después, se demuestra que el origen de la exigencia sobre el tránsito proviene del proyecto arquitectónico, como es interpretado a partir de la Crítica de la razón pura, lo cual permite caracterizar las condiciones que debe cumplir para ser construido. Por último, se interpreta el tránsito desde el enfoque arquitectónico y se identifican los momentos de su construcción a lo largo de la crítica del Juicio estético y del teleológico, lo que demuestra su carácter argumental teorético y práctico. A partir de lo anterior, se pretende justificar la unidad del sentido de la Crítica del Juicio, así como la complementariedad entre sus dos momentos.
Criatividade da Inteligência Artificial Generativa
Authors: Hessel Ana Maria Di Grado , Lemes David de Oliveira
Published: June 2024

O texto tem como objetivo refletir sobre a criatividade com o uso da IA generativa. A temática tem sido muito debatida em função das opiniões especulativas que ora valorizam o potencial criativo das ferramentas ou recursos e ora depreciam sua utilidade. O conceito de criatividade humana é apresentado na visão de alguns autores e pode ser sintetizado como a capacidade de produzir algo original ou inovador. O texto discute se a IA generativa pode simular a criatividade humana. Argumentos são colocados para mostrar que os processos de criação do homem e da IA generativa são diferentes, pois os algoritmos não são capazes de desenvolver algumas lógicas humanas. Entretanto, a IA generativa pode gerar produtos aceitáveis e interessantes na medida em que o prompt criado pela inteligência humana, para fomentar a geração de um produto, for bem construído. A semelhança entre os produtos da IA generativa e os trabalhos humanos destaca o potencial dessa tecnologia em expandir as fronteiras da criatividade.
diabo nos contos A igreja do diabo, de Machado de Assis e em Cartas de um diabo a seu aprendiz, de C. S. Lewis
Authors: Souza César Martins de , Castro Weverton de Paula
Published: June 2024

O estudo da literatura como fonte permite analisar a sociedade por diferentes ângulos aprofundando olhares entre a estética, temporalidades e religiosidade. No presente artigo são analisadas obras de dois autores internacionalmente reconhecidos, Machado de Assis e C. S. Lewis, para problematizar a personagem Diabo, que se modifica ao longo de diferentes narrativas e temporalidades nas sociedades ocidentais.
Curiosidade e conhecimento nas aulas de História
Authors: Martins Daniel Valério , Silva Ana Paula Cavalcante Alencar da
Published: June 2024

O presente trabalho é parte da dissertação de mestrado em Antropologia de IberoAmérica defendida na Universidade de Salamanca (2019), intitulada “As armadilhas da memória: uma análise antropológica dos traços de identidade dos judeus sefarditas no Nordeste do Brasil”. O texto traz à tona, por meio de relatos nas aulas de história, culturas e identidades que estiveram ocultas nos livros didáticos, mas presentes no cotidiano do alunado.