bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Dynamic constitutive identification of concrete based on improved dung beetle algorithm to optimize long short-term memory model
Authors: Li Ping , Zhao Haonan , Gu Jiming , Duan Shiwei
Published: March 2024

In order to improve the accuracy of concrete dynamic principal identification, a concrete dynamic principal identification model based on Improved Dung Beetle Algorithm (IDBO) optimized Long Short-Term Memory (LSTM) network is proposed. Firstly, the apparent stress–strain curves of concrete containing damage evolution were measured by Split Hopkinson Pressure Bar (SHPB) test to decouple and separate the damage and rheology, and this system was modeled by using LSTM network. Secondly, for the problem of low convergence accuracy and easy to fall into local optimum of Dung Beetle Algorithm (DBO), the greedy lens imaging reverse learning initialization population strategy, the embedded curve adaptive weighting factor and the PID control optimal solution perturbation strategy are introduced, and the superiority of IDBO algorithm is proved through the comparison of optimization test with DBO, Harris Hawk Optimization Algorithm, Gray Wolf Algorithm, and Fruit Fly Algorithm and the combination of LSTM is built to construct the IDBO-LSTM dynamic homeostasis identification model. The final results show that the IDBO-LSTM model can recognize the concrete material damage without considering the damage; in the case of considering the damage, the IDBO-LSTM prediction curves basically match the SHPB test curves, which proves the feasibility and excellence of the proposed method.
Optimizing energy efficiency in induction skull melting process: investigating the crucial impact of melting system structure
Authors: Zhang Chaojun , Zhang Lunyong , Cao Fuyang , Jin Zhishuai , Cao Guanyu , Shen Hongxian , Huang Yongjiang , Sun Jianfei
Published: March 2024

Induction skull melting (ISM) technology could melt metals with avoiding contamination from crucible. A long-standing problem of ISM is that the low charge energy utilization and inhomogeneous fields have obstructed its application in many critical metal materials and manufacturing processes. The present work investigated the problem through the structure optimization strategy and established a numerical electromagnetic-field model to evaluate components’ eddy current loss. Based on the model, the effect of crucible and inductor structure on charge energy utilization, etc. was studied. Furtherly, the charge energy utilization was increased from 27.1 to 45.89% by adjusting the system structure. Moreover, structure modifications are proposed for enhancing electromagnetic intensity and uniformity, charge soft contact and uniform heating. The work constructed a basis for framing new solutions to the problem through ISM device structure optimization.
Application of the transformer model algorithm in chinese word sense disambiguation: a case study in chinese language
Authors: Li Linlin , Li Juxing , Wang Hongli , Nie Jianing
Published: March 2024

This study aims to explore the research methodology of applying the Transformer model algorithm to Chinese word sense disambiguation, seeking to resolve word sense ambiguity in the Chinese language. The study introduces deep learning and designs a Chinese word sense disambiguation model based on the fusion of the Transformer with the Bi-directional Long Short-Term Memory (BiLSTM) algorithm. By utilizing the self-attention mechanism of Transformer and the sequence modeling capability of BiLSTM, this model efficiently captures semantic information and context relationships in Chinese sentences, leading to accurate word sense disambiguation. The model’s evaluation is conducted using the PKU Paraphrase Bank, a Chinese text paraphrase dataset. The results demonstrate that the model achieves a precision rate of 83.71% in Chinese word sense disambiguation, significantly outperforming the Long Short-Term Memory algorithm. Additionally, the root mean squared error of this algorithm is less than 17, with a loss function value remaining around 0.14. Thus, this study validates that the constructed Transformer-fused BiLSTM-based Chinese word sense disambiguation model algorithm exhibits both high accuracy and robustness in identifying word senses in the Chinese language. The findings of this study provide valuable insights for advancing the intelligent development of word senses in Chinese language applications.
Microplastics and nanoplastics size distribution in farmed mussel tissues
Authors: Fraissinet Silvia , De Benedetto Giuseppe E. , Malitesta Cosimino , Holzinger Rupert , Materić Dusan
Published: March 2024

Microplastics and nanoplastics are hazardous to ecosystems, wildlife, and through seafood, also for human health. Due to biological, chemical, and physical characteristics, nanoplastics can slip through cell membranes, being even more toxicologically important than microplastics. Thermal Desorption - Proton Transfer Reaction - Mass Spectrometry was used to analyze mussels from the Apulian region, Italy. All the analyzed organisms have plastics (values ranging from 10 to 187 ng of microplastics and nanoplastics per dry weight mg). The highest mass of plastics was detected in the size groups >2.2 µm (218 ng per dry weight mg) and 20–200 nm (187 ng per dry weight mg). Upscaling data we estimated that people in Europe could ingest more than 2 mg of nanoplastics per year through seafood consumption. The detected presence of nanoplastics in farmed mussels here presented contributes to establishing a baseline for monitoring these pollutants.
MTHFD2 in healthy and cancer cells: Canonical and non-canonical functions
Authors: Pardo-Lorente Natalia , Sdelci Sara
Published: March 2024

Methylenetetrahydrofolate dehydrogenase 2 (MTHFD2) is a mitochondrial enzyme of the folate-mediated one-carbon metabolism pathway. MTHFD2 has become a highly attractive therapeutic target due to its consistent upregulation in cancer tissues and its major contribution to tumor progression, although it also performs vital functions in proliferating healthy cells. Here, we review the diversity of canonical and non-canonical functions of this key metabolic enzyme under physiological conditions and in carcinogenesis. We provide an overview of its therapeutic potential and describe its regulatory mechanisms. In addition, we discuss the recently described non-canonical functions of MTHFD2 and the mechanistic basis of its oncogenic function. Finally, we speculate on novel therapeutic approaches that take into account subcellular compartmentalization and outline new research directions that would contribute to a better understanding of the fundamental roles of this metabolic enzyme in health and disease.
Hydrothermal liquefaction of plastics: a survey of the effect of reaction conditions on the reaction efficiency
Authors: Boel Matthijs Justin , Wang Hongqi , AL Farra Ahmad , Megido Laura , González-LaFuente José Manuel , Shiju N. Raveendran
Published: March 2024

Plastic waste is a major global issue and hydrothermal liquefaction is a promising technique for the chemical recycling of waste plastics. This review summarises the effect of reaction conditions on the liquefaction efficiency.
A complementary method with PFBBr-derivatization based on a GC-EI-MS platform for the simultaneous quantitation of short-, medium- and long-chain fatty acids in murine plasma and feces samples
Authors: Zhou Hong-Xu , Jiang Qing , He Xin , Fu Xian , Liu Jun-Yan
Published: March 2024

Fatty acids (FAs) are essential molecules in all organisms and are involved in various physiological and pathophysiological processes.
Design, manufacturing and testing of a green non-isocyanate polyurethane prosthetic heart valve
Authors: Melo Sofia F. , Nondonfaz Alicia , Aqil Abdelhafid , Pierrard Anna , Hulin Alexia , Delierneux Céline , Ditkowski Bartosz , Gustin Maxime , Legrand Maxime , Tullemans Bibian M. E. , Brouns Sanne L. N. , Nchimi Alain , Carrus Raoul , Dejosé Astrid , Heemskerk Johan W. M. , Kuijpers Marijke J. E. , Ritter Jan , Steinseifer Ulrich , Clauser Johanna C. , Jérôme Christine , Lancellotti Patrizio , Oury Cécile
Published: March 2024

Non-isocyanate polyurethanes (NIPUs) were developed and tested in vitro. Prosthetic heart valves made of NIPU were designed and manufactured. NIPUs showed low thrombogenicity and the produced valves performed well in terms of hydrodynamics.
A novel CuAl2O4/MoS2/BaFe12O19 magnetic photocatalyst simultaneously coupling type I and Z-scheme heterojunctions for the sunlight-driven removal of tetracycline hydrochloride
Authors: Han Mengjun , Wang Shifa , Yu Xinmiao , Yu Xianlun , Gao Huajing , Zhou Xianju , Li Dengfeng , Fang Leiming , Angadi V. Jagadeesha , Ubaidullah Mohd , Pandit Bidhan
Published: March 2024

A novel CuAl2O4/MoS2/BaFe12O19 photocatalyst is synthesized that simultaneously couples type I and Z-scheme heterojunctions and exhibits high photocatalytic activity for the degradation of TC under simulated sunlight irradiation.
Characterisation and beneficial effects of a Lupinus angustifolius protein hydrolysate obtained by immobilisation of the enzyme alcalase®
Authors: Santos-Sánchez Guillermo , Cruz-Chamorro Ivan , Márquez-López José Carlos , Pedroche Justo , Álvarez-López Ana Isabel , Millán-Linares María del Carmen , Lardone Patricia Judith , Carrillo-Vico Antonio
Published: March 2024

Lupinus angustifolius protein was hydrolysed by the immobilised alcalase® enzyme and the activity of the resulting hydrolysate was assessed in vitro and in vivo, showing antioxidant, lipid-lowering, and cardiovascular protection properties.
One-tube B7-H3 detection based on isothermal exponential amplification and dendritic hybridization chain reaction
Authors: Chen Xiangyun , Xuan Chun , Lin Jingtao , Pan Zhongquan , Wu Xiaoliang , Wu Pin , Liang Zhenchang , Yu Luxin , Qiu Cailing
Published: March 2024

A one-tube fluorescent assay has been developed for B7-H3 detection based on a protein-to-DNA signal transducer, isothermal exponential amplification, and dendritic hybridization chain reaction with high sensitivity and specificity.
Role of oxygen functional groups and attachment of Au nanoparticles on graphene oxide sheets for improved photodetection performance
Authors: Singh Ningthoujam Somorjit , Mia Abdul Kaium , Giri P. K.
Published: March 2024

The decoration of gold nanoparticles on the high oxygen group functionalized graphene oxide sheets with conventional Si technology offers innovative pathways for the development of ultrafast, wide-bandgap, and highly responsive photodetectors.
Reliability effects of lateral filament confinement by nano-scaling the oxide in memristive devices
Authors: Stasner Pascal , Kopperberg Nils , Schnieders Kristoffer , Hennen Tyler , Wiefels Stefan , Menzel Stephan , Waser Rainer , Wouters Dirk J.
Published: March 2024

We fabricate a nano-device that laterally confines the switching oxide and filament to 10 nm. Electrical measurements demonstrate lower variability and reduced ionic noise compared to unconfined filaments, which is supported by our 3D simulation.
Scaling-up continuous production of mesoporous silica particles at kg scale: design & operational strategies
Authors: Jundale Rajashri B. , Sonawane Jayesh R. , Palghadmal Anil V. , Jaiswal Hemant Kumar , Deore Hital S. , Kulkarni Amol A.
Published: March 2024

This paper demonstrates a continuous flow pilot-scale production of highly porous mesoporous silica particles (MSPs) via a soft template based technique.
Photocatalytic CO2 reduction to methanol integrated with the oxidative coupling of thiols for S–X (X = S, C) bond formation over an Fe3O4/BiVO4 composite
Authors: Saini Nitish , Saini Sandhya , Majumder Santanu , Campbell Kyra Sedransk , Jain Suman L.
Published: March 2024

This work demonstrated a dual functional approach for CO2 reduction coupled with oxidative coupling of thiols in a single reaction system to get the co-production of high-value chemicals using light energy.
Radiolabeled multi-layered coated gold nanoparticles as potential biocompatible PET/SPECT tracers
Authors: Uritu Cristina M. , Al-Matarneh Cristina M. , Bostiog Denisse I. , Coroaba Adina , Ghizdovat Vlad , Filipiuc Silviu I. , Simionescu Natalia , Stefanescu Cipriana , Jalloul Wael , Nastasa Valentin , Tamba Bogdan I. , Maier Stelian S. , Pinteala Mariana
Published: March 2024

The demand for tailored, disease-adapted, and easily accessible radiopharmaceuticals is one of the most persistent challenges in nuclear imaging precision medicine. In this study, two radiotracers were developed to bind SPECT and PET radionuclides.
Correction: Mechanisms of the ethanol extract of Gelidium amansii for slow aging in high-fat male Drosophila by metabolomic analysis
Authors: Chen Yushi , Wang Qisheng , Luo Haitao , Deng Shanggui , Tian Yongqi , Wang Shaoyun
Published: March 2024

Correction for ‘Mechanisms of the ethanol extract of Gelidium amansii for slow aging in high-fat male Drosophila by metabolomic analysis’ by Yushi Chen et al., Food Funct., 2022, 13, 10110–10120, https://doi.org/10.1039/D2FO02116A.
A bioinspired approach to reversibly metal binding interfaces
Authors: Morrissey Agnes C. , Jayalatharachchi Vishakya , Michalek Lukas , Egodawatta Prasanna , Zaquen Neomy , Delafresnaye Laura , Barner-Kowollik Christopher
Published: March 2024

A bioinspired material efficiently coating 2D and 3D surfaces can be functionalized with markers or ligands, thus enabling the reversible binding of metal ions, resulting in a versatile and effective solution for water pollutant removal.
Bridging colloidal and electrochemical syntheses of metal nanocrystals with seeded electrodeposition for tracking single nanocrystal growth
Authors: Verma Ekta , Choi Myung-Hoon , Kar Nabojit , Baker Lane A. , Skrabalak Sara E.
Published: March 2024

Metal nanocrystals (NCs) with different structural features are produced by seeded-electrodeposition.
Real-time fluorescent monitoring of phase I xenobiotic-metabolizing enzymes
Authors: Iqbal Hajra , Ilyas Kainat , Akash Muhammad Sajid Hamid , Rehman Kanwal , Hussain Amjad , Iqbal Jamshed
Published: March 2024

Applications of chemosensors of phase I metabolizing enzymes.
Advanced hybrid silica nanoparticles with pH-responsive diblock copolymer brushes: optimized design for controlled doxorubicin loading and release in cancer therapy
Authors: Lahmadi Shatha , Alamery Salman , Beagan Abeer , Alotaibi Khalid , Alswieleh Abdullah
Published: March 2024

This study delves into the development, characterization, and application of modified mesoporous silica nanoparticles (MSNs) for targeted drug delivery in cancer therapy.
Surface treatment of magnetite nanoparticle thin films with potassium phosphate for calcium phosphate precipitation
Authors: Kimura Reo , Sugimoto Kazuto , Yamada Iori , Tagaya Motohiro
Published: March 2024

The treatment of magnetite nanoparticle thin films with potassium phosphate and their surface reaction with simulated body fluid were in situ monitored by the QCM-D technique, which is suitable for the precipitation of calcium phosphate.
Alloying Ni4Mo for efficient alkaline hydrogen oxidation and hydrogen evolution reactions
Authors: Cao Pengfei , Zhang Xinxin , Wang Lei , Fu Honggang
Published: March 2024

Alloying Ni4Mo nanoparticles grown on a reduced oxide graphite carrier could promote both hydrogen oxidation and hydrogen evolution reaction activity.
Iridium(iii) complexes decorated with silicane-modified rhodamine: near-infrared light-initiated photosensitizers for efficient deep-tissue penetration photodynamic therapy
Authors: Liu Jiqiang , Yang Xing , Wu Siye , Gong Ping , Pan Fan , Zhang Pengfei , Lee Chi-Sing , Liu Chuangjun , Wong Keith Man-Chung
Published: March 2024

A series of Si-rhodamine-decorated iridium(iii) complexes, achieving efficient deep photodynamic therapy (PDT) by the excitation of near-infrared light, demonstrates the potential application as a type II NIR photosensitizer for cancer treatment.
Improved topology identification for distribution network with relatively balanced power supplies
Authors: Luan Wenpeng , Xu Da , Liu Bo , Jiang Wenqian , Feng Li , Liu Wenbin
Published: March 2024

Having correct distribution network topology information is essential for system state estimation, line loss analysis, electricity theft detection and fault location. At present, with continuous deployment of smart sensors, a large amount of monitoring data is collected, which enables refined management for distribution network. A data‐driven low voltage (LV) distribution network topology identification method is proposed, which realises transformer‐customer pairing and customer phase identification for distribution network with relatively balanced power supplies. Firstly, an integrated similarity coefficient of voltage curve is proposed, which can reflect the neighbourhood relationship within stations while increase the distinction between stations; the K‐Nearest Neighbour (KNN) algorithm is used to propagate the service transformer labels to complete transformer‐customer association. Then, the influence of power fluctuation on voltage curve is analysed and a dynamic sliding window model is adopted to search for voltage segments with significantly difference among three phase feeders to formulate a voltage time series to identify customer phase. Finally, the results are corrected and verified based on the principle of network power balance. The proposed algorithm is tested in two different real substations in China and Europe and shows high accuracy and robustness especially in distribution network with relatively balanced power supplies.
Multi-locus sequence analysis unveils a novel genus of filarial nematodes associated with ticks in French Guiana
Authors: Bruley Marjorie , Duron Olivier
Published: March 2024

Filarial nematodes of the Dipetalonema lineage include tick-borne filarioids that infect both domestic and wild vertebrate hosts, but they remain understudied in many cases. In this study, we conducted a molecular characterization of a Dipetalonema-like filarioid (DLF) recently identified in two tick species in French Guiana, South America. While the cox1 mitochondrial gene was the sole marker initially sequenced for describing DLF, its classification and phylogenetic relationship with other members of the Dipetalonema lineage were unclear. Therefore, we better characterized DLF through the sequencing of six additional gene markers and conducted phylogenetic analyses. Based on this multi-locus typing scheme, DLF exhibited significant divergence from known genera and species of filarioids, or other sequences available in public databases, suggesting its potential classification as a novel genus within the Dipetalonema lineage. Phylogenetic analyses further unveiled a close evolutionary relationship between DLF and all other filarioids associated with Acari (ticks and mites) within a robust monophyletic subclade in the Dipetalonema lineage. Overall, these findings confirm the existence of a specialized, Acari-borne group of filarioids and underscore the need for comprehensive investigations into their epidemiology and potential impact on animal health.
Immediate effect of augmented feedback on jumping performance of the athletes with dynamic knee valgus
Authors: Hatefi Mohamadreza , Hadadnezhad Malihe
Published: March 2024

It is well established that jump-landing-related biomechanical deficiencies, such as dynamic knee valgus (DKV), can be improved by using various forms of feedback; However, the effectiveness of these interventions synchronously on athletes’ jumping performance remains unknown. Twenty-one recreational athletes with DKV performed countermovement jump (CMJ) and drop vertical jump (DVJ) tasks before and after feedback intervention while the kinematic, force plate, and electromyography data of the lower extremity were synchronously captured. The athletes’ jumping performance was calculated by using the reactive strength index-modified (RSImod). The athletes at the post-intervention exhibited significantly less hip adduction and more tibial internal rotation during both CMJ and DVJ tasks and maximum knee flexion just during DVJ task. Moreover, athletes exhibited increased time to take-off and consequently decreased RSImod during DVJ task, but no difference was observed in CMJ task. Feedback immediately improved DKV without disturbing the athletes’ jumping height during both tasks; But athletes exhibited increased time to take-off and consequently decreased RSImod only during DVJ task, which suggests that the results may differ according to the nature of jumping task. Nevertheless, the effectiveness of landing-related biomechanical deficiencies improvement on athletes’ jumping performance must be investigated in the long-term as a new movement pattern.
Predictive Value of High Mobility Group Box-1 and miR-146b in Septic Shock Patients
Authors: FENG Jun , SHAO Shasha , LIU Junya , PAN Yongjun , YIN Huimei , WANG Junshuai
Published: March 2024

In the face of the elevated incidence and mortality rate of septic shock in the ICU, this retrospective study seeks to investigate the indicative and predictive value of high-mobility group box 1 (HMGB1) and miR-146b in patients with septic shock. Quantitative RT-PCR was employed in this study to quantify the HMGB1 and miR-146b levels in plasma samples obtained from the patient group and healthy controls. The investigation involved the comparison between the two groups and tracking changes in the patient group over time. The finding revealed that upon admission, the patient group exhibited markedly elevated relative expression levels of HMGB1, which subsequently decreased over time. Conversely, the patient group displayed significantly reduced relative expression levels of miR-146b upon admission, which subsequently increased over time compared to the control group. Receiver operating characteristic (ROC) curves showed good predictive value for HMGB1 and miR-146b. The experimental results suggest that HMGB1 and miR-146b serve as valuable and convenient biomarkers for evaluating the severity of septic shock and predicting mortality. Additionally, it is proposed that serum miR-146b may be inducible and potentially exerts a negative regulatory effect on the expression of HMGB1.
Altorientalische Musik- und Bewegungstherapie
Authors: Güvenç Andrea Azize
Published: March 2024

Die Ursprünge und die Entwicklung der Altorientalischen Musik- und Bewegungstherapie lassen sich aus verschiedenen Quellen speisen. Dazu gehören Klänge, Lieder, Tänze und Bewegungen aus den schamanischen Kulturen Zentralasiens, Volkslieder und Tänze aus Zentralasien, Makam-Musik sowie spirituelle Lieder (Ilahi), Semâ-Rituale und vertonte Poesie. Diese Klänge können eine Veränderung auf der körperlichen, emotionalen und geistig-seelischen Ebene bewirken – und führen gelegentlich bis zur Ekstase. So initiieren Sufimeiste­r*innen, zum Beispiel in Kasachstan, Usbekistan, der Mongolei, im Iran oder in der Sahara, mithilfe von Klängen, Atemtechniken, Gesängen und Tänzen Rituale durch, in denen die Menschen in Trance geraten.
Singen: ein Plus für die Gesundheit
Authors: Kreutz Gunter
Published: March 2024

Singen wirkt sich positiv auf das menschliche Wohlbefinden aus. Durch Musik werden verschiedene neurohumorale Systeme reguliert, unter anderem in Bezug auf Stress, Belohnung, Motivation, soziale Bindung und das Immunsystem. Studien zeigen, dass das Singen sich positiv auf den Verlauf verschiedener Krankheiten auswirkt. So kann es unter anderem Angststörungen oder Depressionen lindern, aber auch Symptome bei neurodegenerativen Erkrankungen und Lungenerkrankungen.
Musikunterstützte Therapie nach Schlaganfall und bei der Parkinson-Erkrankung
Authors: Münte Thomas , Heldmann Marcus , Scholz Daniel S.
Published: March 2024

Zusätzlich zur klassischen Musiktherapie konnten Behandelnde mit der musikunterstützten Therapie (MST) bei Parkinson- und Schlaganfallpatient*innen gute Erfolge erzielen. Hierbei handelt es sich um strukturiertes Trainingsprogramm mit Keyboard- und Trommelübungen zur Verbesserung der motorischen Funktionen der oberen Gliedmaßen. Randomisierte kontrollierte Studien belegen die Wirksamkeit. Musikalische ­Interventionen können die Mobilität der oberen Gliedmaßen sowohl bei subakuten als auch bei chronischen Schlaganfallpatien­t*innen verbessern. Musikbasierte Interventionen, die auf rhythmischer Stimulation beruhen, haben bei Parkinson-Patient*innen einen positiven Einfluss auf die Gehgeschwindigkeit, die Schrittlänge und die Mobilität.
Musiktherapeutische Improvisation – Definition, Kontext und Wirksamkeit
Authors: Neugebauer Lutz , Ostermann Thomas
Published: March 2024

Improvisation ist ein zentrales und häufig anzutreffendes Element in der Musiktherapie. Sie ist nicht an eine vorgegebene Form gebunden, das heißt, es kommen je nach Art der Improvisation unterschiedliche Formelemente zum Tragen. Daher erfordert sie von Thera­peut*innen eine umfassende Kenntnis musikalischer Formen und Strukturen. Die Untersuchung musiktherapeutischer Interventionen in standardisierten Settings wie etwa in klinischen Studien ist mit großen methodischen Herausforderungen verbunden. Die Evidenz zeigt jedoch, dass improvisierte Musiktherapie bei verschiedenen Indikationen, zum Beispiel im onkologischen Setting, bei Patient*innen mit Drogenmissbrauch, nach einem Schlaganfall oder bei der Behandlung von Depressionen erfolgreich eingesetzt werden kann.
Multidimensionale Betreuung ALS-Betroffener und deren
Familien
Authors: Reilich Peter
Published: March 2024

Liebe Leserin, lieber Leser,

wie Sie vermutlich im klinischen Alltag immer wieder erleben, stellt die Amyotrophe
Lateralsklerose (ALS) besondere Anforderungen an eine optimale Versorgung der
Betroffenen. Das Informationslevel der Hilfesuchenden ist meist hoch, ebenso die
Erwartungen an ein neues „Wundermedikament“, das in Meldungen der Medien immer
wieder in Aussicht gestellt wird.
Bone Reporting and Data System (Bone-RADS) and Other Proposed Practice Guidelines for Reporting Bone Tumors
Authors: Ghasemi Ali , Ahlawat Shivani
Published: March 2024

Background The purpose of this article is to review the different bone tumor radiology reporting systems [Bone Reporting and Data System (Bone-RADS), Osseous Tumor Reporting and Data System (OT-RADS), Solitary Bone Tumor Imaging Reporting and Data System (BTI-RADS), and Radiological Evaluation Score for Bone Tumors (REST)] and summarize their advantages and disadvantages.

Methods A selective search of PubMed was performed for literature regarding the definition and discussion of bone tumor reporting systems. No time frame was selected, but the search was particularly focused on current literature on musculoskeletal radiology lexicon.

Results To date, four major reporting systems has been proposed to standardize and systematize the reporting of imaging studies of bone tumors: Bone-RADS, OT-RADS, BTI-RADS, and REST. Both Bone-RADS and OT-RADS aid in the characterization and management of bone lesions on CT and MRI. OT-RADS and REST can be applied to MRI and radiography, respectively.

Conclusion Radiologists play a central role in the detection and characterization of asymptomatic (or incidentally detected) and symptomatic bone tumors. There are several existing bone tumor reporting systems with various advantages and disadvantages including emphasis on lesion characterization as well as management of incidentally detected bone lesions.

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Möglichkeiten zur Abrechnung von Musiktherapie in Deutschland, Österreich und der Schweiz
Authors: Geipel Josephine , Mainka Stefan , Riedl Hannah , Roelcke Beate
Published: March 2024

Trotzdem die Finanzierungssituation der Musiktherapie sehr unterschiedlich ist, wird sie in allen deutschsprachigen Ländern angeboten. In Deutschland und der Schweiz ist sie im stationären Setting im Rahmen verschiedener Komplexbehandlungen vergütungsrelevant. Im ambulanten Bereich ist sie in diesen Ländern im Bereich der Rehabilitation und Eingliederungshilfe erstattungsfähig. In Österreich wird Musiktherapie in Kliniken und auch im ambulanten Bereich angeboten, bisher jedoch nicht bundesweit durch die Krankenkassen vergütet. Ambulante Musiktherapie kann in bestimmten Fällen über eine komplementärmedizinische Zusatzversicherung bei der Krankenkasse abgerechnet werden.
Nasal angioleiomyoma in 2 dogs
Authors: Schuenemann Riccarda , Geyer Claudia , Pohl Sabine , Ludewig Eberhard , Oechtering Gerhard
Published: March 2024

This case report describes 2 dogs, an Appenzeller Mountain dog and an Irish
Wolfhound, with angioleiomyoma within the nasal cavity. Endoscopic surgical
resection resulted in cure in both dogs. Macroscopically and on diagnostic
imaging, tumor masses may appear malignant because of local turbinate
destruction. This highlights the importance of histological examination before
any recommendations are made to owners because tumors of the nasal cavity may be
benign and surgery curative.
Overview of Rheumatoid Arthritis-Associated Interstitial Lung Disease and Its Treatment
Authors: Pugashetti Janelle Vu , Lee Joyce S.
Published: March 2024

Interstitial lung disease (ILD) is a common pulmonary complication of rheumatoid arthritis (RA), causing significant morbidity and mortality. Optimal treatment for RA-ILD is not yet well defined. Reliable prognostic indicators are largely byproducts of prior ILD progression, including low or decreasing forced vital capacity and extensive or worsening fibrosis on imaging. In the absence of validated tools to predict treatment response, decisions about whether to initiate or augment treatment are instead based on clinical judgment. In general, treatment should be initiated in patients who are symptomatic, progressing, or at high risk of poor outcomes. Retrospective data suggest that mycophenolate mofetil, azathioprine, and rituximab are likely effective therapies for RA-ILD. Abatacept is also emerging as a potential first-line treatment option for patients with RA-ILD. Further, recent data demonstrate that immunosuppression may be beneficial even in patients with a usual interstitial pneumonia (UIP) pattern on imaging, suggesting that immunosuppression should be considered irrespective of imaging pattern. Recent randomized controlled trials have shown that antifibrotic medications, such as nintedanib and likely pirfenidone, slow forced vital capacity decline in RA-ILD. Consideration can be given to antifibrotic initiation in patients progressing despite immunosuppression, particularly in patients with a UIP pattern. Future research directions include developing tools to predict which patients will remain stable from patients who will progress, discriminating patients who will respond to treatment from nonresponders, and developing algorithms for starting immunosuppression, antifibrotics, or both as first-line therapies.
Neurological Practice in the Time of War: Perspectives and Experiences from Ukraine
Authors: Flomin Yuriy , Dubenko Andriy , Dubenko Olga , Sokolova Larysa , Slobodin Tatyana , Shepotinnyk Yevhen , Guliaieva Maryna , Pezzella Francesca Romana
Published: March 2024

The full-scale Russian invasion of Ukraine has significantly impacted the country's healthcare system. Insufficient infrastructure, destruction of medical facilities, and barriers to prevention and treatment efforts hinder the provision of timely, high-quality care to our patients. We aim to describe the impact of the war on neurological care across Ukraine. In this article, leading national experts in stroke, epilepsy, multiple sclerosis, and movement disorders describe their personal experience and efforts in organizing and providing care since the war started in February 2022. A neurologist who cared for patients in Mariupol recounts the first weeks of the war when the city was under constant attacks. An international stroke expert describes the role of Task Force for Ukraine, a European Stroke Organization initiative to support the Ukrainian stroke community. We discuss a series of critical challenges facing Ukraine's neurologists, patients, and healthcare delivery system, including shortages of personnel and medical supplies, disrupted logistics, and lack of funding. In addition, we highlight various interventions and strategies aimed at counteracting these challenges, including international support, collaborations within Ukraine, and initiatives enhancing the resilience of the Ukrainian neurology community. As the war is ongoing, this article emphasizes the pressing need for continuous support and investment in the Ukrainian healthcare system to preserve guaranteed access to high-quality healthcare for the Ukrainian people during the war and in its aftermath. Insights from the essays can inform the development and implementation of effective strategies and interventions tailored to such extraordinary circumstances.
Pulmonary Embolism in Donor Lungs—Incidence and Management
Authors: Carvalho Juliano Lentz , Keshavamurthy Suresh
Published: March 2024

In efforts to decrease the mortality on the waiting list for lung transplantation, alternatives to increase the donor pool have been explored. Caution must be used when accepting donor lungs with pulmonary embolism (PE), as prior evidence has shown mixed results after transplantation of donor lungs with PE. However, the mere diagnosis of PE on imaging should not be the sole reason for the exclusion of these donors for transplant, and they should be reviewed as any other donor. A comprehensive evaluation should be performed for every donor, with a special focus on abnormalities of gas exchange and gross pathologic characteristics during procurement.
A new flexible distribution: Statistical inference with application
Authors: Ahsan-ul-Haq Muhammad , Farooq Muhammad Umar , Nagy M. , Mansi A. H. , Habineza Alexis , Marzouk Waleed
Published: March 2024

A flexible distribution for the analysis of bounded data is proposed. The new model is generalized through the transmuted approach, and the resultant model is named “transmuted modified Lehmann-type II distribution.” A comprehensive analysis of key characteristics is performed, including the shape of the model, survival, and hazard function, analytical expressions of mode, quantile function, ordinary moments, quantile function, and stress–strength reliability. Some famous entropy measures are also derived. The model parameters have been estimated using four distinct methods, including maximum likelihood estimation, Anderson Darling, Cramer–von Misses, and ordinary least squares. A detailed simulation study is used to evaluate the behavior of all derived estimators. Finally, a dataset was used to demonstrate the utility of the proposed distribution.
A new solution of the nonlinear fractional logistic differential equations utilizing efficient techniques
Authors: Ganie Abdul Hamid , Khan Adnan , Alhamzi Ghaliah , Saeed Abdulkafi Mohammed , Jeelani Mdi begum
Published: March 2024

The formulation of models and solutions for various physical problems are the primary goals of scientific achievements in engineering and physics. Our paper focuses on using the Caputo fractional derivative operator to solve nonlinear fractional logistic differential equations. In order to solve general nonlinear fractional differential equations, we first introduce a novel numerical methodology termed the Homotopy perturbation transform method. The perturbation approach and the Yang transform method are combined to create the suggested strategy. Second, we introduce a new hybrid method that uses the time-fractional Caputo derivative to approximate and analytically solve nonlinear fractional logistic differential equations. This method combines the Yang transform with the decomposition method. To validate the analysis, we offer three numerical cases of nonlinear fractional logistic differential equations employing the Caputo fractional derivative operator. The resulting solutions exhibit rapid convergence and are presented in series form. In order to verify the efficacy and relevance of the suggested methodologies, the investigated issues were assessed through the implementation of different fractional orders. We examine and show that, under the specified initial conditions, the solution approaches under evaluation are accurate and effective. Graphs in two and three dimensions show the results that were obtained. Numerical simulations are presented to confirm the efficacy of the strategies. The numerical results show that an accurate, reliable, and efficient approximation can be obtained with a minimal number of terms. The results obtained demonstrate that the new analytical solution method is easy to apply and very successful in solving difficult fractional problems that occur in relevant engineering and scientific domains.
Hepatocyte growth factor (HGF) gene: molecular characterisation of complete coding sequence and expression profile in Tarim red deer (Cervus hanglu yarkandensis) antlers
Authors: Lin Chuan , Wang Miao , Rui Xue , Chen Hong , Lv Hao , Huang Fei , Gao Qinghua , Han Chunmei
Published: March 2024

Context The cDNA sequence of hepatocyte growth factor (HGF) gene in Tarim red deer has not been reported yet. Aims This study aims to obtain the full-length cDNA sequence of HGF and analyse its expression in different parts of developing antler tissues. The result provides foundational data for understanding the potential role of HGF in regulating antler growth and development. Methods Rapid amplification of cDNA ends was used to obtain the full-length cDNA sequence of Tarim red deer HGF. The pET28a (+) vector was constructed for prokaryotic expression of the recombinant protein in E. coli BL21 (DE3). The expression of HGF in different antler tissues was detected using real-time quantitative polymerase chain reaction and immunohistochemistry. Key results The full-length cDNA of Tarim red deer HGF was found to consist of a 156 bp 5’untranslated region (UTR), a 112 bp 3’UTR, and a 2193 bp open reading frame encoding a protein of 730 amino acids. The recombinant HGF protein expressed in prokaryotic cells formed inclusion bodies. HGF and its receptor c-Met were expressed in all four different antler tissues, with the highest expression level in velvet skin, followed by bone, cartilage, and the lowest in the mesenchyme. Conclusions The study successfully obtained the full-length cDNA sequence of Tarim red deer HGF and identified the expression profile of HGF and c-Met in different antler tissues. HGF is a candidate gene that may play a role in regulating the growth and development of deer antler. Implications These findings provide fundamental data for further investigations into the role of HGF in antler development. Understanding the function of HGF in antler development could have implications for elucidating the mechanism of antler regeneration.
Experimental Proposal on Non-Hermitian Skin Effect by Two-dimensional Quantum Walk with a Single Trapped Ion
Authors: Hou 侯 Waner 琬儿 , Tang 唐 Hao 皓 , Xu 许 Qin 勤 , Lin 林 Yiheng 毅恒
Published: March 2024

Non-Hermitian Hamiltonians are widely used in describing open systems with gain and loss, among which a key phenomenon is the non-Hermitian skin effect. Here we report an experimental scheme to realize a two-dimensional (2D) discrete-time quantum walk with non-Hermitian skin effect in a single trapped ion. It is shown that the coin and 2D walker states can be labeled in the spin of the ion and the coherent-state lattice of the ion motion, respectively. We numerically observe a directional bulk flow, whose orientations are controlled by dissipative parameters, showing the emergence of the non-Hermitian skin effect. We then discuss an experimental implementation of our scheme in a laser-controlled trapped Ca+ ion. Our experimental proposal may be applicable to research of dissipative quantum walk systems and may be able to generalize to other platforms, such as superconducting circuits and atoms in cavity.
Transport and stability in sustained high

q

min

, high

β

N

discharges on DIII-D
Authors: Huang J. , Gong X.Z. , Jian X. , Qian J.P. , Zhang X.J. , Sun P.J. , Sun Y.X. , Ren Q.L. , Wang L. , Ding R. , Garofalo A.M. , Strait E.J. , Ding S.Y. , Wang H.Q. , Chen X. , Chrystal C. , Pinsker R. I. , Lohr J.M. , Choi W. , Hong R.J. , Rhodes T. , Hu Q.M. , Yan Z. , Mckee G.R. , Holcomb C.T.
Published: March 2024

To address the needs for a fusion pilot plan design, DIII-D/EAST joint experiments on DIII-D have demonstrated high normalized beta β
N ∼ 4.2, toroidal beta β
T ∼ 3.3% with q
min > 2, q
95 ⩽ 8 sustained for more than six energy confinement times in high poloidal beta regime. The excellent energy confinement quality (H
98y2 ∼ 1.8) is achieved with an internal transport barrier at high line-averaged Greenwald density fraction f
Gr > 0.9. The trapped gyro-Landau fluid (TGLF) modeling of the transport characteristics shows that the beam-driven rotation does not play an important role in the high confinement quality. The modeling also captures very well several transport features, giving us confidence in using integrated modeling to project these experimental results to future machines. The high-performance phase is terminated by fast-growing modes triggered near the n = 1 ideal-wall kink stability limit. New radio frequency (RF) capabilities for off-axis current drive could remove the residual ohmic current to achieve a fully non-inductive state, and improve the mode–wall coupling to increase the ideal-wall β
N limit, enabling sustainment of the fully non-inductive high performance plasma in stationary conditions.
Green synthesis of NiO/ZnO nanocomposites for the adsorption of various dyes
Authors: Zahid Zoya , Saeed Shaukat , Arif Saira , Waseem Muhammad , Haq Sirajul , Syed Asad , Menaa Farid , Bahkali Ali H , Wong Ling Shing
Published: March 2024

A significant waste, including dyes in water, is generated during textile industrial processes, which causes environmental challenges. Herein, various nanocomposites (NC) of nickel oxide (NiO) and zinc oxide (ZnO) were prepared by solvothermal assisted green method where ethanolic extract of spinach leaves were used as a green source. The ultraviolet-visible (UV–vis) spectroscopy revealed that the band gap energies and absorption maxima of NiO/ZnO were 2.25 eV and 371 nm for 1:1 NC, 2.07 eV and 380 nm for 5:1 NC, and 2.02 eV and 385 nm for 1:5 NC. Ultraviolet-visible (UV–vis) spectroscopy, x-ray diffraction (XRD), and Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR) were employed to investigate the optical and structural characteristics of the NCs. The XRD patterns of NiO/ZnO NCs (i.e., 1:1, 5:1, 1:5) displayed crystallite sizes of 44.6, 52.17, and 42.5 nm, respectively. Associations of different functional groups with the surfaces of NC was confirmed by FTIR. Batch method was used to conduct the NCs-mediated adsorption of methylene blue (MB), methyl red (MR), and methyl orange (MO). Furthermore, several factors, including dye concentration, contact time, and temperature that affected the sorption, are reported. Pseudo-first order and pseudo-second order kinetic models were utilized to examine the adsorption kinetics. For all the dyes studied, pseudo-first order is the one which fitted best to the kinetic data, based on regression coefficient (R2). Indeed, experimental data were found to follow the Langmuir model. The maximum uptake capacity (qm) of MB adsorbed on NiO/ZnO NC (1:1) was 370 mg g−1 which is higher compared to that of values reported in the literature. These findings report a dual method (i.e., solvothermal-green chemistry) contribute to the development of efficient and cost-effective methods for wastewater treatment and environmental remediation.
Heavily vanadium-doped LiFePO4 olivine as electrode material for Li-ion aqueous rechargeable batteries
Authors: Vujković Milica , Popović Maja , Čebela Maria , Jugović Dragana
Published: March 2024

Since LiFePO4 batteries play a major role in the transition to safe, more affordable and sustainable energy production, numerous strategies have been applied to modify LFP cathode, with the aim of improving its electrochemistry. In this contribution, a highly vanadium-doped LiFe0.9V0.1PO4/C composite (LFP/C-10V) is synthesized using the glycine combustion method and characterized by x-ray diffraction (XRD), X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy (XPS), Thermogravimetry Differential Thermal Analysis (TGDTA) and Cyclic Voltammetry (CV). It is shown that 10wt.% of vanadium can substitute Fe positions, thus decreasing unit cell volume, which is followed by generation of Li3V2PO4 traces, as detected by CV. High vanadium doping does not change the carbon content in the composite (≈13 wt%) but improves its electronic conductivity and electrochemical performance in both aqueous and organic electrolytes. The reversibility and current response are increasing following the trend: LFP/C, LFP/C -3mol%V, LFP/C - 5 mol % and LFP/C-10 mol %. The best specific capacity is obtained for the most highly doped olivine, which exhibits a reversible process at 1 mV s−1 in an aqueous electrolyte, thus showing a peak-to-peak distance of 56 mV. The high capacity of LFPC-10V is measured in both LiNO3 and NaNO3 electrolytes amounting to around 100 mAh g−1 at 20 mV s−1. Still, the material is only stable in LiNO3 electrolyte, making it more suitable for Li than Na-ion aqueous rechargeable batteries.
Design and validate a wide-bandwidth, high-performance tunable metamaterial based on cultural-innovation shell materials and its sensing applications
Authors: Wu Wei , Huang Ge , Zhong Min
Published: March 2024

The application of metamaterials in controllable thermal emission devices is an interesting field. However, most of the demonstrated thermal emitters required continuous consumption of external energy (electrical or thermal) to provide an effective thermal emissivity. Here, a metamaterial containing phase change materials Ge2Sb2Te5 (GST) and shell materials with controllable thermal emission power was proposed and measured. Based on the completely amorphous state of the GST layer, an emissivity of 0.212 at wavelength 7.11 μm was achieved by this this metamaterial, while a thermal emission band (with an average amplitude of 0.857 and a bandwidth of 6.16 μm) was excited for the crystalline state. Moreover, numerous thermal emission states were excited by this metamaterial based on the intermediate states between completely amorphous and crystalline states of the GST layer. Tunability of the thermal emission window was obtained by this metamaterial sample. The temperature sensitivity of this metamaterial thermal emitter was 341 nm °C−1. By increasing the thickness of the GST or shell layers, the thermal emission performance of the metamaterial was enhanced. Since the phase transition of GST does not require the continuous consumption of external energy, the metamaterial has the potential to be used in the development of low-power heat emitters, as well as temperature sensors.