bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Arylation of benzazoles at the 4 positions by activation of their 2-methylsulfinyl groups
Authors: Wakabayashi Ryota , Wang Shuo , Kurogi Takashi , Yorimitsu Hideki
Published: May 2024

The reaction of 2-methylsulfinylbenzazole with phenol promoted by Tf2O results in dehydrative remote C–H/C–H coupling.
Anti-cancer drug axitinib: a unique tautomerism-induced dual-emissive probe for protein analysis
Authors: Li Na , Chen Zihao , Zhan Yilin , Deng Weihua , Lv Taoyuze , Xu Zhongyong , Wang Lei , Liu Bin
Published: May 2024

A commercial anti-cancer drug, axitinib, exhibits very stable dual emissions for discrimination of human serum albumin.
Thermal behaviors during lithium diffusion in Li0.4WO3 bronze studied by elastic and quasi-elastic neutron scattering
Authors: Murshed M. Mangir , Fischer Michael , Koza Michael M. , Gesing Th. M.
Published: May 2024

Crystal structure of Li0.4WO3 bronze, showing 2a and 6b Wyckoff sites and LiOx coordination. Upon heating, Li+ moves from preferential 6b to 2a site, leading to thermal expansion anomaly due to interactions with the framework followed by WO6 tilting.
Transition from covalent to noncovalent bonding between tetrel atoms
Authors: Scheiner Steve
Published: May 2024

The strength and nature of the bonding between tetrel (T) atoms in R2T⋯TR2 is examined by quantum calculations.
Guanine-derived carbon nanosheet encapsulated Ni nanoparticles for efficient CO2 electroreduction
Authors: Peng Ying , Chen Shuo , Hu Zhengli , Yin Mengqi , Pei Lishun , Wei Qiaohua , Xie Zailai
Published: May 2024

Guanine-derived carbon nanosheet encapsulated Ni nanoparticles for efficient CO2 electroreduction with an FECO exceeding 90%.
Thermodynamics of spin crossover in a bis(terpyridine) cobalt(ii) complex featuring a thioether functionality
Authors: Ferraz Lobato Lúcio , Ciattini Samuele , Gallo Angelo , Allão Cassaro Rafael A. , Sorace Lorenzo , Poneti Giordano
Published: May 2024

A new cobalt(ii) complex featuring a terpyridine ligand functionalized with a thioether group has been prepared, structurally and magnetically characterized, and the thermodynamics of its spin crossover behaviour investigated in solution.
Radical and diradical states of bis(molybdenocene dithiolene) complexes
Authors: Youssef Khalil , Poidevin Corentin , Vacher Antoine , Fihey Arnaud , Le Gal Yann , Roisnel Thierry , Lorcy Dominique
Published: May 2024

Two bimetallic complexes were synthesized and analysed through a combination of experimental and theoretical investigations. Bis-oxidized complexes exhibit, either a diradical character or a closed-shell dicationic state.
Bimetallic Ni2−xCoxP carbon nanofibers network: solid–solution alloy nano-architecture as efficient electrocatalyst for water splitting
Authors: Ding Meijie , Wei Zhiqiang , Zhao Wenhua , Lu Qiang , Lu Chenggong , Zhou Meipan , Liu Dexue , Yang Hua
Published: May 2024

Ni2−xCoxP/CNFs (x = 0, 0.67, 1, 1.33 and 2), where the ultrafine Ni2−xCoxP nanoparticles are encapsulated in carbon nanofibers, are synthesized using a facile electrospinning method followed by thermal treatment.
High activity nanostructured vanadium–nitrogen supported nickel foam as an electrode for efficient electrocatalytic oxidation of benzyl alcohol
Authors: Chen Handan , Zhu Zhifei , Zhu Yizhen , Kuai Mei , Chai Kejie , Xu Weiming
Published: May 2024

One-step hydrothermal method preparation of a VO-N/NF electrode for highly efficient electrocatalytic benzyl alcohol oxidation to obtain benzoic acid.
Flexible design in controllable synthesis of Ru catalyst toward enzymatic and electrochemical hydrogen peroxide performance
Authors: Hu Xi , Yang Yujun , Pu Yaoyang , Zhang Weiwei , Mao Xiang
Published: May 2024

Ru amorphous structure is synthesized in an ice-bath atmosphere with acceptable catalytic performance in electrochemical detection and POD-like activity. Physical HIFU induced amorphous to crystalline state with an enhancement in catalytic performance.
Repurposing indocyanine green: exploring the potential of an old drug in modern medicine
Authors: Sun Xinfei , Peng Yisheng , He Pan , Cheng Hongwei , Li Dong , Liu Huanhuan , Lin Huirong , Liu Gang
Published: May 2024

The repurposing of existing drugs, referred to as theranostics, has made profound impacts on precision medicine.
A review of hierarchical porous carbon derived from various 3D printing techniques
Authors: Romero Cameron , Liu Zhi , Wei Zhen , Fei Ling
Published: May 2024

The schematic diagram of a porous carbon structure with voids and pores produced by 3D printing for diverse applications.
Two-dimensional ice-like water adlayers on a mica surface with and without a graphene coating under ambient conditions
Authors: Li Xiaojiao , Fang Ye-Guang , Bai Qi , Jiang Jian , Zeng Xiao Cheng , Francisco Joseph S. , Zhu Chongqin , Fang Weihai
Published: May 2024

Ab initio molecular dynamics simulations show that a previously unreported two-dimensional ice-like water adlayer structure, termed Ice-AL-II, can form on mica surfaces under ambient conditions.
Asymmetric deposition on high-speed moving superhydrophobic surfaces
Authors: Wang Meng , Jiang Youhua , Gao Peng , Lu Ting , Lu Jiahan , Su Tongfu , Wang Shun , Ding Hang , Dong Zhichao , Song Meirong
Published: May 2024

An efficacious strategy was devised to enhance droplet deposition on high-speed moving superhydrophobic surfaces. This involved reducing the inherent impact dynamics asymmetry and the relative velocity between impacting droplet and moving surface.
Strategic usage of redox active materials and sacrificial Zn electrodes for spontaneous hydrogen evolution reaction
Authors: Jeong Tae Yup , Gudal Chandan Chandru , Kim Byeongkyu , Kim Yong Seok , Ha Tae Yeon , Mule Anki Reddy , Yoo Pil J. , Chung Chan-Hwa
Published: May 2024

Spontaneous green hydrogen production and power production system.
Unlocking the potential of V2O5 decorated on crossed g-C3N4 monolayers derived from synergistic bio-transformation of ZnMn2O4 for antibiotic photodegradation
Authors: Bahadoran Ashkan , Ajinkya Nene , Sharghi Mohammadreza , Hasanvandian Farzad , Wang Yan , Chen Huiwen , Namvari Mina , Kakavandi Babak , Marsili Enrico , Galluzzi Massimiliano , Ramakrishna Seeram
Published: May 2024

The optimized ZnMn2O4 nanoparticles were fabricated through an AV-assisted sol–gel method and employed to form crossed g-C3N4 monolayers as an innovative solution for the delamination of stacked layers.
Fatigue-resistant and thermal insulating polyimide nanofibrous aerogels with temperature-invariant flexibility and nanofiber–lamella crosslinking architecture
Authors: Xue Tiantian , Zhao Xingyu , Yang Fan , Tian Jing , Qin Yong , Guo Xiaogang , Fan Wei , Liu Tianxi
Published: May 2024

The PINAs with a novel nanofiber–lamella crosslinking architecture exhibited excellent thermal insulation, flexibility and elasticity over a wide temperature range (−196 to 300 °C).
Accurate fabrication and orientation of electron acceptor and donor active sites for enhancing photocatalytic overall water splitting
Authors: Wu Yan , Chen Qingqing , Liu Jiaping , Fang Kai , Zhang Man , Jing Tao , Li Zhujie , Wang Gang
Published: May 2024

The transfer paths of charge carriers were accurately fabricated and orientated by co-decorating Pt1 and PtNP active sites on supports.
Exploring the synergistic effect of aggregation and hydrogen bonding: a fluorescent probe for dual sensing of phytic acid and uric acid
Authors: Fernandes Rikitha S , Dey Nilanjan
Published: May 2024

The amphiphilic probe selectively exhibits flourescence response towards uric acid and phytic acid, enabling differentiation via distinct emission channels, allowing for low detection limits and on-site monitoring with pre-coated paper strips.
Defending cells against dangers in schools
Authors: Williams Thomas D.
Published: May 2024

Running an outreach session can be daunting, but it also gives us the opportunity to step away from the lab and have some fun! Around British Science Week 2024, I used a Biochemical Society outreach grant to create and distribute packs of a game I developed, Cell Survival, to schools. Using this, I introduced cells and the mechanisms they use to adapt to changes in their environment to primary school pupils around the country. These resources helped to teach, engage and inspire pupils, and (most importantly) let them have a great time!
Effects of an Augmentative and Alternative Communication Intervention Package on Socio-Communicative Behaviors Between Minimally Speaking Autistic Children and Their Peers
Authors: Edgar Tiffany Chavers , Schlosser Ralf , Koul Rajinder
Published: May 2024

Purpose:

The purpose of this study is to investigate the effectiveness of an augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) intervention package consisting of systematic instruction and aided modeling with speech-output technologies on the acquisition, maintenance, and generalization of socio-communicative behaviors—initiating a request for a turn, answering questions, and commenting—in four, minimally speaking (MS) autistic children between the ages of 6 and 9 years.

Method:

A multiple–probe design across behaviors replicated across participants was implemented to evaluate the effects of systematic instruction and aided modeling on initiating requests for a turn, answering questions, and commenting behaviors. Additionally, a pre- and posttreatment multiple-generalization-probes design was used to assess generalization across peers.

Results:

Visual analyses demonstrated experimental control for two participants (i.e., Derek, Ajay) showing a functional relationship between the intervention and outcomes across all social communicative behavior. For one participant (i.e., Matthew), experimental control could not be established because he did not reach the learning criterion for commenting. The fourth participant (i.e., John) transferred to a different school after making some progress on requesting. Effect size indicator analyses corroborated these findings, indicating medium-to-strong effects for initiating requests for a turn strong effects for answering questions, and medium-to-strong effects for commenting. Generalization of socio-communicative behaviors from researcher to a typically developing peer was variable across participants. Participants maintained socio-communicative behaviors 3 weeks after the last intervention session with varying degrees of success.

Conclusion:

The outcomes of this study suggest that aided modeling and systematic instruction using speech-output technologies may lead to gains in socio-communicative behaviors in some MS autistic children.

Supplemental Material:

https://doi.org/10.23641/asha.25799935
Research on two‐level energy management based on tiered demand response and energy storage systems
Authors: Wang Danhao , Peng Daogang , Huang Dongmei , Ren Lan
Published: May 2024

In response to the escalating demands of the electricity market for load dispatch optimization and the stable operation of power systems, the design of effective incentive mechanisms to guide user electricity consumption behaviour has become an urgent task. This study addresses the complexity of the power load dispatch system by analysing the characteristics and interrelations of large‐scale user load demand responses. A dual‐layer energy management model was constructed, and a demand response incentive mechanism was designed. Adaptive incentive strategies were formulated according to different electric power user demand response scenarios. Furthermore, an optimal incentive decision‐making technology oriented towards user comfort was proposed, achieving an integrated function of strategy formulation, implementation, analysis, and optimization for power demand response. Through typical applications in core business scenarios such as elasticity of power user demand response, tiered incentive mechanisms, and comprehensive user utility, the model and strategies have been confirmed to optimize the economic benefits of virtual power plants and demand‐side electricity users under the premise of ensuring user comfort. This provides a novel solution for the efficient operation of the power market.
Asteroid spin and shape properties from Gaia DR3 photometry
Authors: Cellino A. , Tanga P. , Muinonen K. , Mignard F.
Published: May 2024

Context. The third data release of Gaia, in June 2022, included the first large sample of sparse photometric data for more than 150 000 Solar System objects (SSOs), mainly asteroids.

Aims. The SSO photometric data can be processed to derive information on the physical properties for a large number of objects, including spin properties, surface photometric behaviour in a variety of illumination conditions, and overall shape.

Methods. After selecting a set of 22 815 objects for which an adequate number of accurate photometric measurements had been obtained by Gaia, we applied the ‘genetic’ algorithm of photometric inversion developed by the Gaia Data Processing and Analysis Consortium to process SSO photometric data. Given the need to minimise the required data processing time, the algorithm was set to adopt a simple triaxial ellipsoid shape model.

Results. Our results show that in spite of the limited variety of observing circumstances and the limited numbers of measurements per object at present (in the majority of cases no greater than 40 and still far from the number expected at the end of the mission of about 60–70), the proportion of correct determinations for the spin period among the observed targets is about 85%. This percentage is based on a comparison with reliable literature data following a moderate filtering procedure developed to remove dubious solutions.

Conclusions. The analysis performed in this paper is important in the context of developing further improvements to the adopted data reduction procedure. This includes the possible development of better solution filtering procedures that take into account, for each object, the possible presence of multiple, equivalent spin period solutions that have not been systematically investigated in this preliminary application.
Evolution of rotating massive stars adopting a newer, self-consistent wind prescription at Small Magellanic Cloud metallicity
Authors: Gormaz-Matamala A. C. , Cuadra J. , Ekström S. , Meynet G. , Curé M. , Belczynski K.
Published: May 2024

Aims. We aim to measure the impact of our mass-loss recipe in the evolution of massive stars at the metallicity of the Small Magellanic Cloud (SMC).

Methods. We used the Geneva-evolution code (GENEC) to run evolutionary tracks for stellar masses ranging from 20 to 85 M⊙ at SMC metallicity (ZSMC = 0.002). We upgraded the recipe for stellar winds by replacing Vink’s formula with our self-consistent m-CAK prescription, which reduces the value of the mass-loss rate, Ṁ, by a factor of between two and six depending on the mass range.

Results. The impact of our new [weaker] winds is wide, and it can be divided between direct and indirect impact. For the most massive models (60 and 85 M⊙) with Ṁ ≳ 2 × 10−7 M⊙ yr−1, the impact is direct because lower mass loss make stars remove less envelope, and therefore they remain more massive and less chemically enriched at their surface at the end of their main sequence (MS) phase. For the less massive models (20 and 25 M⊙) with Ṁ ≲ 2 × 10−8 M⊙ yr−1, the impact is indirect because lower mass loss means the stars keep high rotational velocities for a longer period of time, thus extending the H-core burning lifetime and subsequently reaching the end of the MS with higher surface enrichment. In either case, given that the conditions at the end of the H-core burning change, the stars will lose more mass during their He-core burning stages anyway. For the case of Mzams = 20–40 M⊙, our models predict stars will evolve through the Hertzsprung gap, from O-type supergiants to blue supergiants (BSGs), and finally red supergiants (RSGs), with larger mass fractions of helium compared to old evolution models. New models also sets the minimal initial mass required for a single star to become a Wolf-Rayet (WR) at metallicity Z = 0.002 at Mzams = 85 M⊙.

Conclusions. These results reinforce the importance of upgrading mass-loss prescriptions in evolution models, in particular for the earlier stages of stellar lifetime, even for Z ≪ Z⊙. New values for Ṁ need to be complemented with upgrades in additional features such as convective-core overshooting and distribution of rotational velocities, besides more detailed spectroscopical observations from projects such as XShootU, in order to provide a robust framework for the study of massive stars at low-metallicity environments.
Identification of problematic epochs in astronomical time series through transfer learning
Authors: Cavuoti Stefano , De Cicco Demetra , Doorenbos Lars , Brescia Massimo , Torbaniuk Olena , Longo Giuseppe , Paolillo Maurizio
Published: May 2024

Aims. We present a novel method for detecting outliers in astronomical time series based on the combination of a deep neural network and a k-nearest neighbor algorithm with the aim of identifying and removing problematic epochs in the light curves of astronomical objects.

Methods. We used an EfficientNet network pretrained on ImageNet as a feature extractor and performed a k-nearest neighbor search in the resulting feature space to measure the distance from the first neighbor for each image. If the distance was above the one obtained for a stacked image, we flagged the image as a potential outlier.

Results. We applied our method to a time series obtained from the VLT Survey Telescope monitoring campaign of the Deep Drilling Fields of theVera C. RubinLegacy Survey of Space and Time. We show that our method can effectively identify and remove artifacts from the VST time series and improve the quality and reliability of the data. This approach may prove very useful in light of the amount of data that will be provided by the LSST, which will prevent the inspection of individual light curves. We also discuss the advantages and limitations of our method and suggest possible directions for future work.
Quality management in a 3D geological model – reliability of predicted hard coal quality parameters
Authors: Sosnowski Piotr , Dyczko Artur , Kamiński Paweł
Published: May 2024

This paper presents some of the results of the project undertaken in JSW SA, which aim was to create a three-dimensional model of the deposits that make up the company and schedule company’s production. The assessment of the quantity of coals without analysis of qualitative data, i.e. physicochemical parameters, coking parameters, and optical petrographic analysis is not suitable for obtaining commercial contractors. To obtain information on the quality of the coal seam, the geological service of the mine takes coal samples. In the stratigraphic model and quality model, dedicated interpolators are used for interpolation and extrapolation. In the seam quality model, the most optimized interpolators are Inverse and Height. Modelled parameters such as volatile parts content and random vitrinite reflectivity were analysed in detail. The Height interpolator looks for both a random and a linear dependency. It extracts random changes locally while searching for linear dependencies and extrapolates them to a deposit area that does not have qualitative data. There is a risk of extrapolating a given value to infinity. Nevertheless, the amount of data and the area modelled allows you to close its scope at an acceptable level. A separate POLYGON interpolator based on mxl express surfaces was created to map coal type range. It uses interpolated quality parameters at a given location, generating a range of a particular type of coal. Setting the trend of variability makes it possible to predict higher coal types in deeper, unrecognized batches of deposits according to documented variability in parameters.
Raises advance using emulsion explosives
Authors: Kononenko Maksym , Khomenko Oleh , Kosenko Andrii , Myronova Inna , Bash Vitaliy , Pazynich Yuliya
Published: May 2024

Using the well-known laws of the theory of elasticity and the basic principles of the quasi-static wave hypothesis of the mechanism of destruction of a solid medium by an explosion, methods have been developed for calculating the parameters of drilling and blasting (D&B) for raises advance using the methods of blast-hole and borehole charges. It has been established that the calculating D&B parameters is carried out in the same sequence as when drifting operation. To check the calculating D&B parameters using the new method during raise advance, a numerical simulation of changes in the stress-strain state of a rock mass under the influence of an explosion was carried out. According to the results of numerical simulation, the formation of zones of inelastic deformation in the face of a rising mine working under blast load, uniform grinding of the rock was obtained, which will avoid the release of oversized pieces after the explosion. The developed methodology was tested in the conditions of the “Yuvileina” mine of PJSC “Sukha Balka” during the raise advance of a 1420 m level using a sticked emulsion explosive (EE) Anemix P. Test explosions obtained good results in blasting the face of a raise, uniform crushing of the rock and a high coefficient of use of bore-holes has been established.
A new perspective on the geological prospection of the Bzie-Dębina deposit, with an emphasis on the correlation of seams and coal quality parameters
Authors: Kowalczyk Dominik , Kulpa Jarosław
Published: May 2024

It is described a geological exploration and mining operation in the Bzie-Dębina area. The drilling of five new surface boreholes to a depth of 1.300 meters in the southern part of the “Bzie-Dębina 2-West” deposit suggests a significant effort to better understand the geology and potential resources of the area. By employing more accurate prospecting techniques and utilizing digital models of the deposit, the correlation of deposits and geological interpretation underwent changes. This suggests that the new data obtained from the boreholes and mine workings challenged or refined previous understandings of the geological formations and structures in the area. Moreover, the interpolation of qualitative data from the coal seams within the “Bzie-Dębina 2-West” and “Bzie-Dębina 1-West” deposits has been altered. This could imply adjustments to estimations regarding the quality, quantity, or distribution of coal within these seams, which are crucial for planning and optimizing mining operations. Overall, these developments indicate a dynamic process of exploration and refinement, driven by advances in technology and methodologies for studying and exploiting mineral resources.
Manufacturing reflection holographic couplers for see-through applications recorded in photopolymers without prisms: An experimental validation
Authors: Sirvent-Verdú J.J. , Bravo J.C. , Colomina-Martínez J. , Nájar G. , Neipp C. , Francés J. , Gallego S. , Beléndez A.
Published: May 2024

In the present work, the viability of a novel recording geometry to produce reflection holographic couplers is analyzed. Recalling the idea of previous works, photopolymers are used as the recording material because they have been proven to be well-suited for the intended see-through application: the capability to provide a virtual image without compromising the information about the surrounding environment. Moreover, holography fundamentals give us the proper background to examine the proposed design, where no prisms or microlenses arrays are used. Aiming to support the analysis, we provide experimental evidence that the produced reflection holographic gratings exhibit the correct properties to work as a coupler, where the sensitivity of the material and its properties are studied and examined.
Healthcare Resource Utilization, Costs, Clinical Events, and
Treatment Patterns in Extreme High-Risk Patients for Cardiovascular Events
Undergoing Lipoprotein Apheresis: A German Claims Data Analysis
Authors: Siegert Carsten , Maywald Ulf , Fraass Uwe , Wilke Thomas , Picker Nils , Baumann Severin , Oberstedt Rene , Friederich Andrea
Published: May 2024

Aim Insights into treatment patterns, clinical and economic burden of
patients undergoing Lipoprotein apheresis (LA). 3 cohorts were characterized:
newly treated [Cohort A], experienced [B], matched cohort [C, high CV risk
without LA].

Method Clinical burden was assessed by cardiovascular-related
hospitalizations and procedures. Economic and clinical outcomes were described
over a 12-month baseline period up to 3 years after LA initiation.

Results Absolute LA cases decreased from 1.7 to 1.1 per 100,000 patients.
In Cohort A, rate of major cardiovascular hospitalizations decreased, while
annual healthcare expenditure increased. Cohort B had significantly higher costs
than C.

Conclusion LA may be associated with a reduced frequency of myocardial
infarction-related hospitalizations. However, it is expensive. Alternatives are
needed to reduce its high economic burden.
Die elektronische Patientenakte in Deutschland: Eine qualitative
Studie zur Identifikation akzeptanzsteigernder Faktoren
Authors: Neuheisel Anne , Brandt Florian , Schilling Daniel , Schubert Hans-Joachim
Published: May 2024

Zielsetzung Das Potenzial der elektronischen Patientenakte (ePA) ist lange
bekannt. Dennoch ist sie noch nicht im Versorgungsalltag angekommen. Woran das
liegt und welche Handlungsempfehlungen sich hieraus ableiten lassen, ist
Gegenstand dieser Studie.

Methodik Es wurde ein qualitativ-explorativer Ansatz gewählt: Das
Experteninterview. Die Interviews wurden leitfadengestützt geführt,
transkribiert und mittels qualitativer Inhaltsanalyse ausgewertet.

Ergebnisse Daten wurden in zehn Experteninterviews erhoben. Als
wesentliche Handlungsbedarfe wurden identifiziert: Verbesserung der
Benutzerfreundlichkeit, aufwandsärmere Integration in den Praxisalltag,
Schaffung spürbarer Mehrwerte und Förderung der Digitalkompetenz bei allen
Beteiligten.

Schlussfolgerung Wenn die genannten Stellschrauben richtig justiert
werden, kann die ePA „Herzstück“ eines digitalisierten Gesundheitswesens
werden.
Anatomische Auffindbarkeit und Möglichkeiten des Transfers des Nervus
massetericus zur Gesichtsreanimation
Authors: Voraberger Niclas , Rab Matthias , Schwendt Karoline , Weninger Wolfang J. , Neuwirth Maximilian
Published: May 2024

Hintergrund Der Nervus massetericus (NM) kommt häufig als Spendernerv zur
Reanimation des Nervus facialis zur Anwendung. Neben bereits etablierten
Techniken gewinnt der NM-Transfer vor allem aufgrund der Einzeitigkeit des
Verfahrens und des rekonstruktiven Potenzials zunehmend an Bedeutung. Ziel
dieser anatomischen Arbeit und der angeschlossenen Fragenbogenstudie war die
Evaluation vorbeschriebener Identifikationsmethoden und der Eignung des NM zum
direkten Nerventransfer, sowie die Erhebung des Stellenwertes des NM-Transfers
in der täglichen klinischen Praxis.

Material und Methodik Es wurde die beidseitige Dissektion 25
nativ-gefrorener Köpfe (n=50; 13 weiblich, 12 männlich) von Körperspenden mit
begleitender Vermessung des NM durchgeführt. Im Rahmen einer an etablierten
Zentren für Fazialischirurgie im deutschsprachigen Raum vollzogenen
Fragenbogenstudie wurden mittels der Software SurveyMonkey klinische
Erfahrungswerte des NM-Transfers erhoben. Die gewonnenen Daten wurden mit
Microsoft Excel deskriptiv-statistisch analysiert und in numerischen Tabellen
sowie Boxplots dargestellt.

Ergebnisse Durch die Orientierung an anatomischen Landmarken wie dem Arcus
zygomaticus und der Incisura mandibulae konnte der NM in 100% der Fälle
aufgefunden werden. Die durchschnittliche Länge ab dem Austritt unterhalb des
Arcus zygomaticus bis zum Eintritt in den M. masseter betrug 22 mm und stellte
die zur Transposition verfügbare Länge dar. In 94% der Fälle war die Koaptation
des NM mit dem Ramus zygomaticus damit spannungsfrei möglich. Die
Umfrageergebnisse zeigten, dass der NM als wichtiger Spendernerv bei motorischen
Transfers angesehen wird und der NM-Transfer nunmehr weitestgehend als
Standardverfahren etabliert ist.

Diskussion In Übereinstimmung mit bestehender Literatur konnte der NM
zuverlässig in Projektion auf die Incisura mandibulae aufgefunden werden und war
überwiegend zur spannungsfreien Koaptation mit dem Ramus zygomaticus geeignet.
Unterschiede zu bisherigen Arbeiten zeigten sich hingegen bei der zur
Transposition verfügbaren Länge des Nervs sowie bei der Häufigkeit seiner
Aufteilung in mehrere Äste vor dem Eintritt in den Musculus masseter. Die im
DACH-Raum derzeit favorisierte Methode zur Fazialisrekonstruktion stellt nach
wie vor das Cross-Face Nerve Grafting (CFNG) dar, der NM-Transfer ist allerdings
u. a. aufgrund der geringen Hebestellenmorbidität und kurzen Regenerationszeit
als Alternative oder auch Ergänzung klinisch bereits gut etabliert.
Diskussion des Sicherstellungsauftrags in der Pflege: Kommunale
Einbettung in eine erweiterte „Sicherstellungsverantwortung“ als Impuls für eine
ganzheitliche soziale Infrastruktur
Authors: Herberg Stephan , Zerth Jürgen , Müller Elke-Luise , Teuteberg Frank
Published: May 2024

Steigende Ausgaben in der Pflege belasten die Systeme sozialer Sicherung.
Gleichzeitig erhöht aktuell eine Diskussion um unzureichende Versorgungsangebote
in der Langzeitpflege sowie drohende Insolvenzen bei Leistungsanbietern den
Handlungsdruck auf die Akteure. Der Artikel beleuchtet die Frage, ob ein
Sicherstellungsauftrag in der Pflege besteht, der auch für die Gewährleistung
von Kapazitäten vor Ort Rechnung tragen kann. Die Konzeption des
Sicherstellungsauftrags wird der Ausgestaltung im Rahmen der Gesetzlichen
Krankenversicherung gegenübergestellt. Im interdisziplinären Austausch werden
rechtliche Rahmungen und gesundheitsökonomische Verhaltensmuster beleuchtet. Es
wird diskutiert, ob die kapazitätsgerechte Bereitstellung von
Pflegeinfrastruktur als gesellschaftliche Infrastrukturaufgabe mit einer
alternativen Governance-Ordnung zwischen Bund, Ländern und Kommunen neu
strukturiert werden muss.
Identification and Verification of a Glycolysis-Related lncRNA
Prognostic Signature for Hepatocellular Carcinoma
Authors: Qiu Fakai , Yu Guozheng , Li Mei , Li Zhubin , Zhang Qinyang , Mu Xudong , Cheng Yuan , Zhai Pengtao , Liu Qunyi
Published: May 2024

Hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) is a primary liver cancer with a high mortality
rate. The search for a new biomarker could help the prognosis of HCC patients.
We identified the glycolytic gene set associated with HCC and the glycolytic
lncRNA based on TCGA and MsigDB databases. According to these lncRNAs, K-means
clustering, and regression analysis were performed on the patients. Two groups
of HCC patients with different lncRNA expression levels were obtained based on
K-means clustering results. The results of difference analysis and enrichment
analysis showed that DEmRNA in the two HCC populations with significant survival
differences was mainly enriched in transmembrane transporter complex, RNA
polymerase II specificity, cAMP signaling pathway, and calcium signaling
pathway. In addition, a prognostic model of HCC with 4 DElncRNAs was constructed
based on regression analysis. ROC curve analysis showed that the model had good
predictive performance. Drug predictionresults showed that the efficacy of JQ1,
niraparib, and teniposide was higher in the low-risk group than in the high-risk
group. In conclusion, this study preliminarily identified glycolytic-related
prognostic features of lncRNAs in HCC and constructed a risk assessment model.
The results of this study are expected to guide the prognosis assessment of
clinical HCC patients.
Transient charge-driven 3D conformal printing via pulsed-plasma impingement
Authors: Jiang Yu , Ye Dong , Li Aokang , Zhang Bo , Han Wenhu , Niu Xuechen , Zeng Mingtao , Guo Lianbo , Zhang Guanjun , Yin Zhouping , Huang YongAn
Published: May 2024

Seamless integration of microstructures and circuits on three-dimensional (3D) complex surfaces is of significance and is catalyzing the emergence of many innovative 3D curvy electronic devices. However, patterning fine features on arbitrary 3D targets remains challenging. Here, we propose a facile charge-driven electrohydrodynamic 3D microprinting technique that allows micron- and even submicron-scale patterning of functional inks on a couple of 3D-shaped dielectrics via an atmospheric-pressure cold plasma jet. Relying on the transient charging of exposed sites arising from the weakly ionized gas jet, the specified charge is programmably deposited onto the surface as a virtual electrode with spatial and time spans of ~mm in diameter and ~μs in duration to generate a localized electric field accordantly. Therefore, inks with a wide range of viscosities can be directly drawn out from micro-orifices and deposited on both two-dimensional (2D) planar and 3D curved surfaces with a curvature radius down to ~1 mm and even on the inner wall of narrow cavities via localized electrostatic attraction, exhibiting a printing resolution of ~450 nm. In addition, several conformal electronic devices were successfully printed on 3D dielectric objects. Self-aligned 3D microprinting, with stacking layers up to 1400, is also achieved due to the electrified surfaces. This microplasma-induced printing technique exhibits great advantages such as ultrahigh resolution, excellent compatibility of inks and substrates, antigravity droplet dispersion, and omnidirectional printing on 3D freeform surfaces. It could provide a promising solution for intimately fabricating electronic devices on arbitrary 3D surfaces.
Is machine interpreting interpreting?
Authors: Pöchhacker Franz
Published: May 2024

This article first considers the question whether machine translation is translation and moves on to address the
analogous issue for interpreting. After a review of the development and state of the art in machine interpreting, more commonly
referred to as ‘spoken language translation’ or ‘speech translation’, the question of whether machine interpreting is interpreting
is discussed – first with regard to terminology and conceptual distinctions and then in broader translation-theoretical
frameworks. Using Otto Kade’s early definitional proposal as a point of departure, a reconceptualization is proposed in the form
of a three-dimensional model designed to go beyond rigid taxonomies. The dimensions of agency, embodiment and immediacy are used
to characterize translation as a graded concept in which these features may be more or less prominent.
Irene Salinas: The joy of continuous growth and learning
Authors: Van Emmenis Lucie
Published: May 2024

Irene Salinas is a professor in the Department of Biology, University of New Mexico. Her lab uses multiple animal models to study nasal immunity and neuroimmune interactions in the olfactory–central nervous system axis in response to microorganisms. We recently spoke with Irene about her current work, her diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) work, and how her leadership style has changed over the years.
A novel approach for state-of-charge estimation of lithium-ion batteries by quasi-static component generation of ultrasonic waves
Authors: Yuan Xinyi , Wang Yiyu , Li Weibin , Deng Mingxi
Published: May 2024

Lithium-ion batteries content complex internal components, such as porous media and electrolytes, which result in strong scattering and high attenuation of ultrasonic waves in these batteries. The low attenuative feature of the quasi-static components (QSCs) of ultrasonic waves offers great potential for nondestructive assessment of highly attenuating and porous materials. This paper presents an innovative approach for estimating the state-of-charge (SOC) of lithium-ion batteries using QSC of ultrasonic waves. Experimental results demonstrate a clear and repeatable linear relationship between the amplitudes of the generated QSC and the SOC of lithium-ion batteries. In addition, the relationships between different SOCs of the battery and the conventional linear ultrasonic parameters, second harmonic generation (SHG), and the QSC were compared to verify the improved sensitivity of the proposed approach. Notably, compared to linear ultrasonic features and the SHG, the generated QSC shows much higher sensitivity to the variations of SOC. We employ the phase-reversal method to further enhance the signal-to-noise ratio of measured QSC signals. The experimental results demonstrate that the proposed method exhibits a heightened sensitivity to changes in the SOC of batteries, resulting in significantly enhanced detection accuracy and resolution. This method effectively addresses the deficiencies observed in the current detection methods such as limited accuracy and sluggish response times. This method provides a new solution to overcome this challenge. Meanwhile, it also confirms that nonlinear ultrasound promises an alternative method for SOC assessment, providing a foundation for efficient and safe battery management practices.
A more efficient method for wire rope surface defect detection based on fusing cross-stage features and lightweight convolution modules
Authors: Jin Hui , Duan Chengyi , Lu Shiqing , Ding Jun , Xu Shuaiqi , Zhang Ji
Published: May 2024

Detecting surface defects in industrial production presents challenges, including deploying lightweight algorithms on edge devices and balance between detection speed and accuracy. This paper introduces a novel lightweight method YOLO-FP for real-time detection of wire rope defects in industrial environments. Utilizing the YOLOv7tiny framework, we developed a lightweight cross-stage feature fusion module to enhance processing feature information. This mitigates the impact of redundant information from traditional convolution, reducing network size and improving detection speed. Additionally, the YOLO-FP network integrates lightweight convolution modules and an attention mechanism. Trained and tested on data from Changan, Great Wall, and Guangzhou Automobile models, our method achieved a 96.06% mean average precision, surpassing the original YOLOv7tiny model. Furthermore, it reduces the model size by 41.09% and enhances detection speed by 18.53%, making it promising for real-time edge device applications in wire rope production.
Prediction of shield tunneling attitude: a hybrid deep learning approach considering feature temporal attention
Authors: Zeng Liang , Chen Jia , Zhang Chenning , Yan Xingao , Ji Fuquan , Chang Xinyu , Wang Shanshan , Feng Zheng , Xu Chao , Xiong Dongdong
Published: May 2024

Accurate prediction of shield attitude deviation is essential to ensure safe and efficient shield tunneling. However, previous studies have predominantly emphasized temporal correlation, which has limitations in engineering guidance and prediction accuracy. This research proposes a hybrid deep learning approach considering feature temporal attention (FTA-N-GRU) for shield attitude prediction. To elucidate the contributions of each parameter, the Integrated Gradients algorithm is leveraged for parameter sensitivity analysis. The results from the Bangladesh Karnaphuli River Tunnel Project indicate that: the proposed model outperforms other models in prediction accuracy. The integration of feature attention can adaptively allocate attention weights to input parameters, facilitating inexperienced operators in discerning crucial parameter variations and decision-making. By incorporating temporal attention, the model effectively explores the connection among different output time steps, improving overall prediction accuracy and reliability. Consequently, operators are empowered with timely information to proactively adjust operations before deviations occur, underscoring the significance of this approach in promoting safe and efficient shield tunneling practices.
Analytical method and experimental verification of coupled micro-vibration for spacecraft based on mechanical impedance theory
Authors: Chai Jiangshuai , Luo Qing , Wu Hao , Liu Chang
Published: May 2024

Micro-vibrations exert detrimental effects on spacecraft that requires extreme precision performance. Dynamic mass method (DMM) is a component-level grounded micro-vibration measurement method, which is widely used in the analysis of coupled interplay between micro-vibration sources and spacecraft. However, this study reveals that all existing research involving DMM contains a fundamental error during its theoretical derivation. In light of this, the root cause of the error is investigated based on the mechanical impedance theory. Building upon this, a modified dynamic mass method (MDMM) is further proposed, and corresponding solution steps are also given, with emphasis on the treatment of gyroscopic effects of reaction wheels (RWs). To validate this analytical method, a grounded micro-vibration measurement system for RWs is designed and established. Micro-vibrations of an RW are measured under both the rigid-mounted and isolated conditions, respectively. Leveraging the physical parameters of the isolator, MDMM is applied to process the micro-vibration data measured under a rigid-mounted condition, which predicts the transmitted data under an isolated condition. The analytical data produced by MDMM agrees well with the measured results, which partially validates the feasibility and effectiveness of the proposed MDMM. This analytical method proposed in this work can serve as a theoretical tool for both measurement and analysis of the coupled micro-vibrations of sources and spacecraft.
Harmonic series experiments: end-correction factor of the Indonesian Angklung
Authors: Datiatur Rahmat Anggi , Mat Daud Anis Nazihah , Kuswanto Heru , Wilujeng Insih
Published: May 2024

In this study, we employed the harmonic series experiment to determine the end correction factor of the Indonesian Angklung. Indonesian Angklung are categorized as one-closed-end resonance tubes and consist of different lengths that represent different musical notes. The end correction factor of the Indonesian Angklung is determined from the L-intercept of

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graph. The findings indicate that the experimental values of the end correction factor are less than 6.00% compared to theoretical values. Hence, the harmonic series experiment can be utilized to determine the end correction factor of the Indonesian Angklung.
A simple DIY electrical resistivity apparatus for students
Authors: Mulla Rafiq
Published: May 2024

A simple do-it-yourself (DIY) apparatus is designed and built for the measurement of the electrical resistivity of materials. The tool is portable and easy to operate, and students/new researchers can build their own apparatus with a minimum amount of time and raw materials. The apparatus’ spring-loaded four-point probes help provide a good electrical contact between the sample surface and the probes. It has been checked for its reliability by comparing the resistivity data with literature values and the measurements match well with the previous data. The apparatus is suitable for measurements from room temperature to ∼100 °C.
Prospective validation of clinical deterioration predictive models prior to intensive care unit transfer among patients admitted to acute care cardiology wards
Authors: Keim-Malpass Jessica , Moorman Liza P , Moorman J Randall , Hamil Susan , Yousefvand Gholamreza , Monfredi Oliver J , Ratcliffe Sarah J , Krahn Katy N , Jones Marieke K , Clark Matthew T , Bourque Jamieson M
Published: May 2024

Objective. Very few predictive models have been externally validated in a prospective cohort following the implementation of an artificial intelligence analytic system. This type of real-world validation is critically important due to the risk of data drift, or changes in data definitions or clinical practices over time, that could impact model performance in contemporaneous real-world cohorts. In this work, we report the model performance of a predictive analytics tool developed before COVID-19 and demonstrate model performance during the COVID-19 pandemic. Approach. The analytic system (CoMETⓇ, Nihon Kohden Digital Health Solutions LLC, Irvine, CA) was implemented in a randomized controlled trial that enrolled 10 422 patient visits in a 1:1 display-on display-off design. The CoMET scores were calculated for all patients but only displayed in the display-on arm. Only the control/display-off group is reported here because the scores could not alter care patterns. Main results. Of the 5184 visits in the display-off arm, 311 experienced clinical deterioration and care escalation, resulting in transfer to the intensive care unit, primarily due to respiratory distress. The model performance of CoMET was assessed based on areas under the receiver operating characteristic curve, which ranged from 0.725 to 0.737. Significance. The models were well-calibrated, and there were dynamic increases in the model scores in the hours preceding the clinical deterioration events. A hypothetical alerting strategy based on a rise in score and duration of the rise would have had good performance, with a positive predictive value more than 10-fold the event rate. We conclude that predictive statistical models developed five years before study initiation had good model performance despite the passage of time and the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Noise-based correction for electrical impedance tomography
Authors: Mason Kai , Maurino-Alperovich Florencia , Holder David , Aristovich Kirill
Published: May 2024

Objective. Noisy measurements frequently cause noisy and inaccurate images in impedance imaging. No post-processing technique exists to calculate the propagation of measurement noise and use this to suppress noise in the image. The objectives of this work were (1) to develop a post-processing method for noise-based correction (NBC) in impedance tomography, (2) to test whether NBC improves image quality in electrical impedance tomography (EIT), (3) to determine whether it is preferable to use correlated or uncorrelated noise for NBC, (4) to test whether NBC works with in vivo data and (5) to test whether NBC is stable across model and perturbation geometries. Approach. EIT was performed in silico in a 2D homogeneous circular domain and an anatomically realistic, heterogeneous 3D human head domain for four perturbations and 25 noise levels in each case. This was validated by performing EIT for four perturbations in a circular, saline tank in 2D as well as a human head-shaped saline tank with a realistic skull-like layer in 3D. Images were assessed on the error in the weighted spatial variance (WSV) with respect to the true, target image. The effect of NBC was also tested for in vivo EIT data of lung ventilation in a human thorax and cortical activity in a rat brain. Main results. On visual inspection, NBC maintained or increased image quality for all perturbations and noise levels in 2D and 3D, both experimentally and in silico. Analysis of the WSV showed that NBC significantly improved the WSV in nearly all cases. When the WSV was inferior with NBC, this was either visually imperceptible or a transformation between noisy reconstructions. For in vivo data, NBC improved image quality in all cases and preserved the expected shape of the reconstructed perturbation. Significance. In practice, uncorrelated NBC performed better than correlated NBC and is recommended as a general-use post-processing technique in EIT.