bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
White-Tailed Deer (Odocoileus virginianus) Exclusion Shifts Soil Carbon Dynamics in Mature Oak-Dominated and Hemlock-Dominated Forest Stands
Authors: Moon Jessica B. , Norman Beth , Shdaimah Elad , Fetcher Ned , Fennessy Siobhan M. 
Published: February 2025

Abstract
While the direct effects of white-tailed deer (Odocoileus virginianus) on vegetation have been intensively studied, less is known about the indirect and interactive effects of herbivory on lower trophic levels, such as soil microbes and their processing of carbon pools. We explored how carbon dynamics shift with release from over-browsing by white-tailed deer in two mature stands of oak and hemlock trees. We measured soil carbon pools (for example, soil organic matter, carbon stocks, litter biomass, and litter stabilization) and fluxes (for example, soil respiration, methane uptake, microbial substrate use, and litter decomposition) using a spatially balanced survey design inside and outside two 24-year-old deer exclosures, one in each forest stand. Soil carbon pools were higher inside the exclosures than in deer-browsed plots in both forest stands, but the effect of deer herbivory on fine-scale spatial patterning of soil carbon pools and mean carbon fluxes varied by forest type. Release from deer herbivory in the oak stand increased the patchiness of soil pools and led to higher litter decomposition, soil respiration, and methane uptake rates. Release from deer herbivory in the hemlock stand did not affect the spatial structure of soil pools, had little effect on methane uptake, and had negative effects on litter decomposition and soil respiration. These differences may be due in part to the interactive effects of two herbivores, deer and the hemlock woolly adelgid (Adelges tsugae), that appear to be limiting regeneration and promoting the proliferation of monodominant hay-scented fern (Dennstaedtia punctilobula) in the hemlock-dominated stand. Our work suggests that future efforts consider multiple zoogeochemical stressors simultaneously, in addition to variation in environmental templates, to explain uncertainties in carbon pools and fluxes in temperate forested ecosystems.
Herausforderung im nichttraumatologischen Schockraum – Perikardtamponade durch Vorhofokkluder nach Reanimation
Authors: Adel Susan , Drinhaus Hendrik , Vollmer Mattias , Burst Volker , Adler Christoph , Hackl Matthias 
Published: February 2025

Zusammenfassung
Eine 65-jährige Patientin wurde nach außerklinischem Herz-Kreislauf-Stillstand („out-of-hospital cardiac arrest“ [OHCA]) ungeklärter Ursache mit primär erfolgreicher Reanimation (CPR) in die Notaufnahme eingeliefert. Sie entwickelte im kurzfristigen Verlauf im Schockraum nach initial unauffälliger Echokardiographie eine Perikardtamponade (PT), die mittels Perikardiozentese entlastet werden musste und zu einem hämorrhagischen Schock führte. Ursächlich zeigte sich bildgebend und intraoperativ eine Verletzung des Ramus circumflexus, a.e. durch den ihn penetrierenden LAA-Okkluder (Left-atrial-appendage-Okkluder [LAAO]) infolge der CPR. Die PT wurde durch Wiederholung der eFAST-Sonographie bei hämodynamischer Verschlechterung zügig identifiziert und die Ursache durch eine standardisierte Schnittbildgebung post reanimationem zeitnah entdeckt. Die Häufigkeit dieser Komplikation lässt sich aus der Literatur nicht ableiten und sollte bei aufgrund der positiven Datenlage in Zukunft häufiger implantierten LAAO erfasst werden. Diese scheinen ein Risiko für lebensbedrohliche Reanimationsverletzungen wie die PT darzustellen, die unbehandelt todesursächliche Bedeutung erlangen können. Unser Fallbericht illustriert die Komplexität der Akutversorgung kritisch kranker PatientInnen mit OHCA aus innerer Ursache, die ein hohes Alter, Begleiterkrankungen und ggf. Antikoagulation mit sich bringen, wodurch die Versorgung verkompliziert werden kann. Außerdem unterstreicht unser Fall die Besonderheit der Versorgung nach erfolgreicher CPR, da die Herzdruckmassage ein Trauma darstellt, bei dem auch nach kurzer Dauer alle reanimationstypischen Verletzungen auftreten können. Die präklinische eFAST-Sonographie stellt eine wichtige Unterstützung in der Akutversorgung kritisch kranker PatientInnen dar, sollte jedoch nicht zu einer Verzögerung des Transports führen und in der Klinik stets wiederholt werden. Bei hämodynamischer Verschlechterung im Rahmen der Akutversorgung sollte das ABCDE-Schema und in diesem Zuge die eFAST-Sonographie erneut durchgeführt werden. Dabei sollten zuvor bereits ausgeschlossene Differenzialdiagnosen stets wieder in Betracht gezogen werden. Die Ursachensuche nach OHCA sollte neben einem standardisierten Schockraummanagement eine vordefinierte Schnittbildgebung post reanimationem umfassen, um die Versorgungsqualität in diesem komplexen Szenario zu gewährleisten.
Spetzler-Martin grade I and II cerebral arteriovenous malformations: a propensity-score matched analysis of resection and stereotactic radiosurgery in adult patients
Authors: Tos Salem M. , Osama Mahmoud , Mantziaris Georgios , Hajikarimloo Bardia , Adeeb Nimer , Kandregula Sandeep , Dmytriw Adam A. , Salim Hamza Adel , Musmar Basel , Naamani Kareem El , Ogilvy Christopher , Kondziolka Douglas , Abdelsalam Ahmed , Kumbhare Deepak , Gummadi Sanjeev , Ataoglu Cagdas , Erginoglu Ufuk , Essibayi Muhammed Amir , Keles Abdullah , Muram Sandeep , Sconzo Daniel , Riina Howard , Rezai Arwin , Pöppe Johannes , Sen Rajeev D. , Alwakaa Omar , Griessenauer Christoph J. , Jabbour Pascal , Tjoumakaris Stavropoula I. , Burkhardt Jan-Karl , Starke Robert M. , Baskaya Mustafa , Sekhar Laligam N. , Levitt Michael R. , Altschul David J. , Haranhalli Neil , McAvoy Malia , Aslan Assala , Abushehab Abdallah , Swaid Christian , Abla Adib , Stapleton Christopher , Koch Matthew , Srinivasan Visish M. , Chen Peng R. , Blackburn Spiros , Dannenbaum Mark J. , Choudhri Omar , Pukenas Bryan , Orbach Darren , Smith Edward , Möhlenbruch Markus , Alaraj Ali , Aziz-Sultan Ali , Patel Aman B. , Cuellar Hugo H. , Lawton Michael , Morcos Jacques , Guthikonda Bharat , Sheehan Jason 
Published: February 2025

Abstract
Cerebral arteriovenous malformations (AVMs) are congenital vascular anomalies that can lead to severe complications, including hemorrhage and neurological deficits. This study compares the outcomes of microsurgical resection and stereotactic radiosurgery (SRS) for SM grade I and II AVMs. Out of a large multicenter registry, we identified 180 matched patients with SM grade I and II AVMs treated with either microsurgical resection or SRS between 2010 and 2023. The primary outcomes were AVM obliteration rates and complications; secondary outcomes included neurological status and functional outcomes measured by the modified Rankin Scale (mRS). Propensity score matching (PSM) was utilized to ensure comparability between treatment groups. After PSM, 90 patients were allocated to each treatment group. Significant differences were observed in complete obliteration rates, with resection achieving higher rates compared to SRS in overall cases (97.8% vs. 60.0%, p < 0.001), unruptured AVMs (100% vs. 58.3%, p < 0.001), and ruptured AVMs (95.2% vs. 61.9%, p < 0.001). Functional improvement rates were similar between the groups for overall cases (67.2% in resection vs. 66.7% in SRS, p = 0.95), unruptured AVMs (55.2% in resection vs. 55.6% in SRS, p > 0.9), and ruptured AVMs (78.1% in resection vs. 74.1% in SRS, p = 0.7). Symptomatic complication rates were identical between the groups (11.1% each, p > 0.9), while permanent complication rates were comparable (6.7% in resection vs. 5.6% in SRS, p = 0.8). Resection demonstrated significantly higher complete obliteration rates compared to SRS across all cases, including unruptured and ruptured AVMs. Functional improvement rates were similar between the two treatment groups, with no significant differences in symptomatic or permanent complication rates.

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The association of fasting triglyceride variability with renal dysfunction and proteinuria in medical checkup participants
Authors: Matsuoka-Uchiyama Natsumi , Uchida Haruhito A. , Asakawa Tomohiko , Sakurabu Yoshimasa , Katayama Katsuyoshi , Okamoto Shugo , Onishi Yasuhiro , Tanaka Keiko , Takeuchi Hidemi , Takemoto Rika , Umebayashi Ryoko , Wada Jun 
Published: February 2025

Abstract

Background
The association between the variability of triglyceride (TG) and chronic kidney disease (CKD) progression remains unclear. We examined whether intraindividual variability in fasting TG was associated with the exacerbation of CKD.

Methods
We conducted a retrospective and observational study. 18,339 participants, who went through medical checkups and had checked their estimated glomerular filtration rate (eGFR) and semi-quantitative proteinuria by urine dipstick every year since 2017 for 4 years were registered. Variability in fasting TG was determined using the standard deviation (SD), and maximum minus minimum difference (MMD) between 2017 and 2021. The primary end point for the analysis of eGFR decline was eGFR < 60 mL/min/1.73 m2. The secondary end point for the analysis of proteinuria was the incidence of proteinuria ≥ ( ±) by urine dipstick.

Results
The renal survival was lower in the higher-SD, and higher-MMD groups than in the lower-SD, and lower-MMD groups, respectively (log-rank test p < 0.001, and < 0.001, respectively). Lower SD and lower MMD were significantly associated with renal survival in the adjusted model (hazard ratio (HR), 1.12; 95% confidence intervals (CI), 1.04–1.21, and HR, 1.13; 95% CI 1.05–1.23, respectively). The non-incidence of proteinuria was lower in the higher-SD, and higher-MMD groups than in the lower-SD, and lower-MMD groups, respectively (log-rank test p < 0.001 and < 0.001, respectively).

Conclusion
Fasting TG variability was associated with CKD progression in participants who went through medical checkups.
3D haptic texture discrimination in individuals with and without visual impairments using a force feedback device
Authors: Papadopoulos Konstantinos , Koustriava Eleni , Georgoula Evangelia , Kalpia Vaia 
Published: February 2025

Abstract
the aim of the present study was to investigate the appropriateness of the 3D haptic variable of “roughness” to be utilized to develop differently sensed virtual textures (surfaces) identifiable through the Touch haptic feedback device. The participants were 43 sighted persons and 45 persons with visual impairments. Ten tests were developed for the experiment, each of which consisted of four surfaces that were covered with the same or different textures to each other. The textures were created using various elements (shapes or lines) of the same height but various distances and sizes among each other. Moreover, the tactile variables of size, orientation and value were also applied. The Touch haptic force feedback device was used, which allows the representation of virtual objects at the user’s fingertips.The results of the study indicated that age is a variable that influences performance. In addition, sighted participants performed better than participants with visual impairments. Moreover, when the same and different virtual shapes on textures were compared participants identified and perceived better the different ones. This means that when 3D objects are textured it is preferable to use textures of different shapes than textures of the same shapes.The results give insights into the enhancement of 3D models’ textures in a haptic virtual environment. Textures of 3D virtual models can be implemented in many disciplines including education, medicine, cartography, online shopping, entertainment, music, and art.
How fair are we? From conceptualization to automated assessment of fairness definitions
Authors: d’ Aloisio Giordano , Di Sipio Claudio , Di Marco Antinisca , Di Ruscio Davide 
Published: February 2025

Abstract
Fairness is a critical concept in ethics and social domains, but it is also a challenging property to engineer in software systems. With the increasing use of machine learning in software systems, researchers have been developing techniques to assess the fairness of software systems automatically. Nonetheless, many of these techniques rely upon pre-established fairness definitions, metrics, and criteria, which may fail to encompass the wide-ranging needs and preferences of users and stakeholders. To overcome this limitation, we propose a novel approach, called MODNESS, that enables users to customize and define their fairness concepts using a dedicated modeling environment. Our approach guides the user through the definition of new fairness concepts also in emerging domains, and the specification and composition of metrics for its evaluation through a dedicated domain-specific language. Ultimately, MODNESS generates the source code to implement fair assessment based on these custom definitions. In addition, we elucidate the process we followed to collect and analyze relevant literature on fairness assessment in software engineering (SE). We compare MODNESS with the selected approaches and evaluate how they support the distinguishing features identified by our study. Our findings reveal that i) most of the current approaches do not support user-defined fairness concepts; ii) our approach can cover additional application domains not addressed by currently available tools, e.g., mitigating bias in recommender systems for software engineering and Arduino software component recommendations; iii) MODNESS demonstrates the capability to overcome the limitations of the only two other model-driven engineering-based approaches for fairness assessment.
Call for a critical review of widespread use of animal tracking devices
Authors: Arrondo Eneko , Pérez-García Juan Manuel 
Published: February 2025

Abstract
Animal tracking has undergone a technological revolution, providing insight into biological details that were previously impossible to address. However, the increasing ease of access to tracking devices (biologgers) may lead to trivializing this technology. As a result, some projects may fail to generate enough scientific knowledge to ethically justify the capture and handling of wild animals. Theoretically, bioethical regulations should be enough to prevent this phenomenon. Nevertheless, given that biologging has developed recently and at a spectacular speed, it is possible that these regulations may not have adapted in a timely manner to the new reality. To illustrate this point, we present as example the biologging projects on Iberian raptors, which show a decrease in their scientific outputs. Furthermore, we show how the general opinion of experts is that current wildlife handling regulations are ineffective. Finally, we propose ten key points which we consider would help to improve these regulations, adapting them to the challenges of biologging.
Autologous retina transplantation for refractory highly myopic macular holes: a long-term follow-up
Authors: Carlà Matteo Mario , Mateo Carlos 
Published: February 2025

Abstract

Purpose
To evaluate long-term anatomical and functional outcomes of autologous retinal transplantation (ART) in refractory highly myopic macular holes (HMMHs).

Study design
Retrospective interventional analysis of 9 eyes with refractory HMMH undergoing ART.

Methods
Best-corrected visual acuity (BCVA, Snellen) and optical coherence tomography (OCT) were performed at baseline and each follow-up visit (1, 3, 6, 12, 24 months and the most recent). Preoperatively, we collected minimum linear diameter (MLD) and basal diameter (BD). Post-operatively, central macular thickness (CMT), external limiting membrane (ELM)/ellipsoid zone (EZ) visibility, macular edema (ME) and retinal pigmented epithelium (RPE) atrophy were evaluated.

Results
Mean follow-up duration was 46.0 ± 19.6 months. Anatomical success was reached in 7/9 eyes (78%). Median BCVA went from 0.05 (IQR 0.065) at baseline to 0.075 (IQR 0.069) at final follow-up (p = 0.25). Only one eye showed a 2-lines improvement, while BCVA was stable in 4/9 (44%) and worsened in 1 eye (12%). CMT progressively thickened in the first 6 months (177 ± 68 μm), but then decreased to 122 ± 50 μm at final follow-up. Graft merging with the surrounding retina was visible in two eyes, showing partial ELM/EZ recovery and good outcomes. Microcystic-like refractory ME (33%) and long-term RPE atrophy (22%) were reported, while delayed displacement of the graft was seen in one case 6 months after first surgery.

Conclusion
ART offered acceptable anatomical success but no visual improvement in our cohort. Lack of graft merging with the surrounding retina, persistent microcystic-like ME, RPE atrophy and hole recurrence were the most frequent shortfalls.
Thermal Frontal Polymerization in Polymer Composites: Numerical Simulation and the Role of Fe3O4 Nanoparticle Fillers
Authors: Lang Margit , Schmidleitner Christoph , Kasinikota Venu Prakash , Rossegger Elisabeth 
Published: February 2025

Abstract
Recently Thermal Frontal Polymerization (TFP) has emerged as a low-energy alternative, that enables rapid and energy-efficient manufacturing of composites. Thus, compared to conventional processes, this innovative curing and polymerization process exhibits improved efficiency and reduced environmental impact and provides a promising strategy to address sustainability challenges. However, successful TFP requires a delicate balance of reaction rates, exothermicity, and efficient heat transport into unpolymerized media while minimizing heat losses to the surroundings. In this context, sustaining TFP of polymers reinforced with highly conductive fillers is challenging due to the increased energy dissipation and reduced availability of exothermic energy as the filler content increases at the cost of resin volume. In this work, a numerical study of the TFP based manufacturing of Bisphenol A Diglycidyl Ether (BADGE) filled with Fe3O4 nanoparticles is presented. The simulation provides insight into the thermo-chemical process and into the impact of different particle filling degrees on the key characteristics of TFP, i.e., maximum attainable degree of cure, maximum temperature, front shape, and front speed.
Beauveria bassiana delivered through a cellulose-based hydrogel is effective against the red poultry mite, Dermanyssus gallinae
Authors: Siddique Ifra , Camarda Antonio , Friuli Marco , Rhimi Wafa , Circella Elena , Pugliese Nicola , Demitri Christian , Benelli Giovanni , Otranto Domenico , Cafarchia Claudia 
Published: February 2025

Abstract
Though the entomopathogenic fungus Beauveria bassiana has shown to be efficacious for managing Dermanyssus gallinae infestations, its delivery as liquid formulation poses concerns related to environmental stability and efficacy. To overcome such concerns, here we proposed a hydrogel matrix based on hydroxyethyl-cellulose (HEC) for delivering B. bassiana to control D. gallinae. Nymph and adult mites were exposed to a hydrogel matrix or filter papers containing B. bassiana (107 conidia/mL), with and without a pre-incubation period of 4 days at 25 °C (treated groups). As control groups, mites were exposed to hydrogel matrix or filter papers with sterile distilled water. Results showed higher mortality of all stages of D. gallinae in treated groups compared to respective control groups. The LT50 and LT90 estimated on D. gallinae were lower in treated groups (LT50 ≤ 9.5 days for adults; and LT50 ≤ 10.7 days for nymphs; LT90 ≤ 14.9 for adults; LT90 ≤ 17.9 days for nymphs) than in control groups (LT5 0 ≥14.9 days for adults, LT50 > 19 days for nymphs; LT90 > 20 days for adults and nymphs). Pre-incubation significantly reduced LT50 and LT90 with respect to other treated groups. Overall, our study outlined that the conidial suspension of B. bassiana in hydrogel is efficacious against both nymphs and adults of D. gallinae. The pre-incubation of B. bassiana in the HEC enhanced its efficacy. Thus, delivering B. bassiana through HEC-based hydrogel matrix may represent an effective and sustainable solution for managing D. gallinae infestations in the poultry industry.
Compound-based approach for large scale seismic vulnerability assessment: application to the Garfagnana area in Tuscany
Authors: Cardinali Vieri , Di Rienzo Elisabetta , Tanganelli Marco , De Stefano Mario 
Published: February 2025

Abstract
In this paper, a rapid procedure for vulnerability and risk analysis at urban scale is presented and validated with respect to a homogeneous territorial area. The methodology is aimed at defining fast evaluations by taking advantage of a division of the territory into compounds based on historical evolution and development of the urban clusters. A compound-based taxonomy realized according to the CARTIS methodology has been adopted as exposure model. The vulnerability models have been validated with respect of recent seismic events for both masonry and RC buildings. Hence, a modified macroseismic vulnerability model for compound evaluations has been used. The simplified procedure has been evaluated with respect to a unit-based analysis where every structural unit has been specifically investigated through a macroseismic approach. The comparisons between the compound-based (CB) and the building-by-building (BB) evaluation are obtained in terms of damage scenarios through binomial distributions. The procedure has been validated by assessing two distinct urban centers located in the Garfagnana area, Tuscany (Italy). The results show that the simplified procedure matches the forecasted damage states, limiting the required information and the time of the investigation. The evaluation has been finally extended to the territorial area of Garfagnana and part of the Lunigiana, analyzing a total of 17 municipalities where the CARTIS taxonomy is available. Herein, fragility curves have been derived according to unified classes for a territorial evaluation. The research proves the effectiveness of the procedure in evaluating the seismic vulnerability of large areas, presenting a rapid tool useful for administrators and stakeholders in the management of urban stock.
Seismic behavior of cold-formed steel framed multi-panel and two-story shear walls
Authors: Pehlivan Baris Mert , Baran Eray , Topkaya Cem 
Published: February 2025

Abstract
This paper presents an experimental investigation on the seismic behavior of cold-formed steel (CFS) shear wall systems. Two sets of cyclic lateral loading tests were conducted on OSB sheathed CFS shear wall specimens. The first part of the study deals with walls constructed by connecting multiple individual wall panels with different connection methods. Focus of the second part is the lateral load response of two-story shear walls with different framing details between wall panels in neighboring floors. In both parts, the behavior of wall panels was examined with combinations of one side sheathing and a coarse fastener layout, as well as double-side sheathing and a dense fastener layout. For the multi-panel shear walls, eight full-scale specimens were tested, featuring varying configurations of CFS framing and OSB sheathing. The experiments indicate that the use of different connection details between individual wall segments does not cause any appreciable difference in wall response. Significant excessive base slip was observed in longer walls with double-side sheathing due to increased shear force demand at the base, highlighting the importance of adequate fastener layout. In the investigation of two-story shear walls, eight specimens were tested. Platform and ledger framing details were explored, each with different methods of connecting wall panels between floors. The results demonstrated the influence of framing detail on the overall behavior and failure mechanisms of the shear walls. Notably, the presence of additional OSB sheathing panels between floors enhanced the load capacity and stiffness of the specimens, mitigating damage to CFS members within the connection region. Based on the experimental findings, practical recommendations were presented for multi-panel walls and interaction between wall panels and floor support system in multi-story CFS construction.