bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Factors influencing students’ information channel preferences in finding sources for their final academic reports
Authors: Muliyadi Irvan 
Published: December 2024

Introduction. Understanding students' information channel preferences for information sources in academic tasks is crucial for improving library services. This study identifies factors influencing these preferences.
Data Collection Methods. Data were gathered through semi-structured interviews with 26 final-year students working on their theses, focusing on their selection of information channels.
Data Analysis. The interview results were transcribed verbatim and analyzed thematically. Recurring themes were identified and categorized based on participants' responses, revealing common preferences for information sources.
Results and Discussion. This study found that factors influencing the choice of information sources include the convenience, quantity, and quality of information sources provided by different channels. Additionally, users’ intentions, such as the need to obtain specific types of academic sources or the desire to personally own the acquired sources, also play a significant role. Therefore, academic libraries should ensure that their services are created, maintained, and developed based on users' experiences with existing library services to better meet their academic information needs and support them in completing their academic tasks.
Conclusion. In today's academic world, students have diverse preferences for where they find information. Some lean towards the library, while others prefer the internet, especially for their final projects. Interestingly, some see both as useful for their research.
Project ECHO Diabetes Trial Improves Outcomes for Medically Underserved People
Authors: Walker Ashby F. , Haller Michael J. , Addala Ananta , Filipp Stephanie L. , Lal Rayhan A. , Gurka Matthew J. , Figg Lauren E. , Hechavarria Melanie , Zaharieva Dessi P. , Malden Keilecia G. , Hood Korey K. , Westen Sarah C. , Wong Jessie J. , Donahoo William T. , Basina Marina , Bernier Angelina V. , Maahs David M. ,   ECHO Diabetes Study Team
Published: December 2024

OBJECTIVE
The Project Extension for Community Healthcare Outcomes (ECHO) model is used in 180 countries to address chronic disease care through a provider empowerment, tele-education approach. Few studies have rigorously evaluated the impact of the program on patient outcomes using randomized designs.

RESEARCH DESIGN AND METHODS
Implementation of an ECHO Diabetes program was evaluated using a stepped-wedge design with recruitment of 20 federally qualified health centers (FQHCs) across California and Florida with randomized, phased-in intervention entry. Participating FQHCs (referred to as “spokes”) provided aggregate data, including the Healthcare Effectiveness Data and Information Set (HEDIS) and diabetes technology use. Patients were recruited from spokes, and data collection involved historical and prospective HbA1c measures, HEDIS markers, and pre/post surveys. Linear mixed models were used to generate patient-level monthly HbA1c estimates and evaluate change over time; Poisson regression was used to model clinic-level technology use.

RESULTS
The spoke-level cohort included 32,796 people with type 1 diabetes (T1D; 3.4%) and type 2 diabetes (T2D; 96.6%), of whom 72.7% were publicly insured or uninsured. The patient-level cohort included 582 adults with diabetes (33.0% with T1D, 67.0% with T2D). Their mean age was 51.1 years, 80.7% were publicly insured or uninsured, 43.7% were non-Hispanic White, 31.6% were Hispanic, 7.9% were non-Hispanic Black, and 16.8% were in other race/ethnicity categories. At the spoke level, there were statistically significant reductions before and after the intervention in the proportion of people with HbA1c &gt;9% (range 31.7% to 26.7%; P = 0.033). At the patient level, there were statistically significant increases in those using continuous glucose monitoring (range 25.1% to 36.8%; P &lt; 0.0001) and pump use (range 15.3% to 18.3%; P &lt; 0.001) before and after the intervention.

CONCLUSIONS
The ECHO model demonstrates promise for reducing health disparities in diabetes and contributes to our understanding of program benefits beyond the provider level.
Linguagem de crianças com Transtorno do Espectro Autista usuárias de Comunicação Suplementar e Alternativa (CSA) na percepção das mães pelo PROFILE - Estudo exploratório
Authors: Piccoli Thais Correia , Chun Regina Yu Shon 
Published: December 2024

Introdução: O Transtorno do Espectro Autista (TEA) caracteriza-se por dificuldades persistentes de comunicação, interação e padrões repetitivos e restritos. A Comunicação Suplementar e Alternativa (CSA) favorece linguagem na oralidade restrita. Para constituir linguagem, a criança necessita do outro e a mãe reconhece sua atividade no discurso como parceira de comunicação. Poucos instrumentos na CSA possibilitam conhecer sua linguagem, dentre eles, o Profile – The Pragmatics Profile for People who use AAC, original em inglês, sem versão validada para o português do Brasil. Objetivo:Conhecer a percepção de mães de crianças com TEA com oralidade restrita quanto à sua linguagem pelo Profile. Método: Estudo exploratório aprovado pelo CEP nº 47884421.10000.540. A amostra constituiu-se de três mães de crianças com TEA, oralidade restrita e usuárias de CSA. Coletou-se os dados pelo Profile, traduzido e adaptado pelas autoras. O Profile apresenta quatro eixos temáticos. Resultados: No eixo contexto e motivação, as mães referem que as crianças mostram o que gostam de formas variadas (CSA, corpo/movimento, palavras aproximada e outras). Em razões para comunicar e participação na conversa, observam maior uso da movimentação corporal. Em variação contextual, referem maior interação dos filhos com familiares. Os achados evidenciam que, na perceção das mães, a oralidade restrita não é fator limitante na interação linguística dos filhos. Conclusão: Os resultados mostram informações importantes da linguagem das crianças estudadas, evidenciando aplicabilidade do Profile em experiências brasileiras, embora não se possa generalizar os achados pela limitação da amostra.
Perbandingan Segmentasi Ruang Warna HSV dan YCbCr untuk Deteksi Objek
Authors: Amrozi M Ali , Figo SW Denni , Wahyusari Retno 
Published: December 2024

Salah satu langkah penting dalam pengenalan objek adalah segmentasi gambar, proses memisahkan objek yang relevan dari latar belakangnya, Segmentasi gambar yang efektif meningkatkan akurasi dan efisiensi seluruh sistem deteksi objek. Pada dasarnya, ruang warna RGB yang umum digunakan tidak selalu optimal untuk analisis visual, terutama dalam lingkungan yang bervariasi pencahayaannya atau warna yang harus diidentifikasi secara spesifik. Oleh karena itu Dalam penelitian ini, membandingkan kinerja segmentasi ruang warna HSV dan YCbCr untuk deteksi objek. HSV (Hue, Saturation, Value) terdiri dari Hue mewakili warna dasar, Saturation mengukur kejelasan warna (intensitas atau kejenuhan), Value menunjukkan kecerahan warna. YCbCr (Luma, Blue-difference, Red-difference), Y adalah komponen luma yang merepresentasikan tingkat kecerahan, Cb dan Cr adalah komponen chrominance yang merepresentasikan informasi warna (biru dan merah), yang dapat mengisolasi aspek warna, intensitas, dan kecerahan.. Tujuan penelitian ini memberikan kontribusi penting untuk memahami keunggulan YCbCr dibandingkan HSV dalam konteks deteksi objek, serta memberikan pedoman praktis untuk penerapan teknik deteksi objek secara lebih efektif dan efisien. Hasil analisis dan eksperimen yang dilakukan, nilai PSNR (Peak Signal-to-Noise Ratio) paling besar pada citra 1 hasil segmentasi menggunakan ruang warna YCbCr dengan nilai 14,0627 dB dan nilai HSV paling besar bernilai 10,2397 dB. Berdasarkan nilai PSNR ruang warnaYCbCr memberikan kinerja unggul dalam hal segmentasi, , dan efisiensi komputasi.

Kata kunci : Deteksi objek, segmentasi ruang warna, HSV, YCbCr, PSNR
Efectos del monohidrato de creatina sobre la fuerza explosiva en futbolistas categoría sub 15 del club patriotas Boyacá
Authors: Flórez Flórez Jairo , Merchán Osorio Rony David , Caro Cely William Fernando , Martínez Galán Carlos Andrés , Barbosa Reyes Jorge Andrey 
Published: December 2024

El propósito de este trabajo, fue determinar los efectos del monohidrato de creatina sobre la fuerza explosiva en los miembros inferiores en futbolistas categoría sub-15 del club patriotas Boyacá. En el estudio participaron 17 futbolistas con edades entre 14 y 15 años. La orientación investigativa del estudio es cuantitativa de tipo pre experimental con un solo grupo de intervención, aplicando pre y postest. Para evaluar la fuerza explosiva inicio y final de la ingesta del monohidrato de creatina, se realizaron los test de saltos SJ; CMJ; ABK, sobre plataforma de contacto, utilizando el protocolo de saltos verticales, Bosco (1983). Los datos conseguidos fueron procesados con el programa estadístico IBM SPSS 22 para su respectivo análisis, aplicando una prueba T de students entre el pre y postest para determinar los efectos del monohidrato de creatina sobre la fuerza explosiva. Los resultados logrados muestran que con la ingesta del monohidrato de creatina durante 20 semanas y con los entrenamientos planificados por parte de los entrenadores del club patriotas, tuvo efectos favorables en la fuerza explosiva de los miembros inferiores de los futbolistas, alcanzando un nivel Regular con respecto a un nivel Bajo encontrado al inicio del estudio. Al igual se obtuvo un valor estadístico de P<0.028134795, lo cual nos revalida que hubo diferencias significativas en la fuerza explosiva entre el pre y el postest.
Ilmo. D. Santiago Rodríguez García In memoriam (II). Dra. Natalia Jimeno Bulnes
Authors: Jimeno Bulnes Natalia 
Published: December 2024

Excelentísimo Sr. Presidente, Ilustrísimas autoridades, Señoras y Señores.
Es martes 20 de abril de 1993 poco antes de las 11:30 horas. Un hombre de mediana edad, pelo canoso, mirada amable y andar firme cruza el vestíbulo de la Facultad de Medicina de Valladolid. Se dirige al ala oeste y sube a la tercera planta. Entra en la entonces llamada Sala de Juntas de Logopedia. Tiene que presidir una reunión en relación con la recién creada Diplomatura de Logopedia de la Universidad de Valladolid. Tan solo unos meses antes, en agosto de 1992, el Ministerio de Educación y Ciencia había autorizado la impartición de este título universitario oficial en la Universidad de Valladolid. En septiembre del mismo año, la Facultad de Medicina había aprobado por unanimidad el Plan de Estudios propuesto, bajo la presidencia del entonces decano, el profesor Juan José Mateos. Junto a la Universidad Complutense de Madrid, la de Valladolid ha sido la primera universidad española en implantar el título de Diplomado en Logopedia ese mismo curso académico, 1992-93.
A prospective pilot study of kidney-specific biomarkers to detect acute kidney injury after cytoreduction and hyperthermic intraperitoneal chemotherapy
Authors: Chen Chao-Yu , Wang Ting-Yao , Chang Hung-Yu , Chen Min-Chi , Yang Lan-Yan 
Published: December 2024

Abstract

Background
Acute kidney injury (AKI) is a critical morbidity after cytoreduction and hyperthermic intraperitoneal chemotherapy (CRS/HIPEC).

Objective
This study was conducted to investigate the use of kidney-specific biomarkers to evaluate the diagnostic accuracy of post-HIPEC AKI.

Methods
Patients who received CRS/HIPEC were prospectively enrolled in this study. We serially sampled urine neutrophil gelatinase-associated lipocalin (NGAL), serum cystatin C (sCyC), and β2 microglobulin (sβ2-MG) on the day before CRS/HIPEC and then 2 h, 1 d, 2 d, 3 d, and 7 d after CRS/HIPEC. The primary outcome was the occurrence of AKI during the first 7 d. The areas under the receiver operating characteristic curve (AUCs) were calculated to evaluate the detection performance.

Results
A total of 75 patients were eligible, of whom 5 (6.7%) fulfilled the criteria of AKI during the study period (AKI group) and 70 did not (non-AKI group). No significant differences were observed in these biomarkers between the two groups, except for sβ2-MG on day 3 (P = 0.025). Regarding changes in biomarker concentrations, the AKI group had a significantly higher concentration range of sCyC on day 3 (P = 0.009) and sβ2-MG on day 1 and day 3 (P = 0.013 and 0.019).

Conclusions
This is the first prospective study to evaluate the value of kidney-specific biomarkers in patients after CRS/HIPEC. We found that AKI cannot be predicted by simply using the absolute measurements of these biomarkers because of the heterogeneous characteristics of the patients.
Influence of blood thiosulfate produced by postmortem changes for the diagnosis of hydrogen sulfide poisoning in forensic autopsy
Authors: Suzuka Masaaki , Jin Shigeki , Takeuchi Akiko , Murakami Manabu , Takahashi Keiko , Matoba Kotaro 
Published: December 2024

Abstract

Background
Thiosulfate concentration in blood is an important indicator for the diagnosis of hydrogen sulfide poisoning. It may also be detected at high levels in postmortem decomposition cases.

Objectives
To determine the effect of postmortem decomposition on blood thiosulfate concentration and define precautions for diagnosing hydrogen sulfide poisoning based on thiosulfate concentration.

Methods
A total of 57 cadavers (37 males and 20 females) of non-hydrogen sulfide poisoning-related deaths that underwent forensic autopsy in our department between 2016 and 2019 were classified into the non-decomposed (19 cases), partially decomposed (19 cases), and severely decomposed (19 cases) groups based on forensic findings. Blood samples collected from each case were analyzed for thiosulfate concentration using liquid chromatography–tandem mass spectrometry.

Results
The mean concentration of thiosulfate detected in the blood was 70.9 (10.5–266.6) μmol/L in the severely decomposed group, 16.3 (0.1–52.7) μmol/L in the partially decomposed group, and 1.1 (0.1–3.6) μmol/L in the non-decomposed group. There was a statistically significant difference between each of the 3 groups (P < 0.01).

Conclusions
Previous studies have reported a blood thiosulfate concentration of >14 μmol/L in hydrogen sulfide poisoning cases and <4 μmol/L in normal cases. Thus, thiosulfate concentration is believed to have a significant impact on the diagnosis of hydrogen sulfide poisoning. This study revealed that postmortem decomposition produced thiosulfate in the blood, and the concentration of thiosulfate was often as high as that observed in cases of hydrogen sulfide poisoning-related death. In addition to cases of advanced decomposition, an increase in thiosulfate concentration was also observed in cases of partial decomposition. Therefore, when measuring thiosulfate concentration as an indicator of hydrogen sulfide poisoning, it is necessary to carefully consider the influence of decomposition.
The Role of Bone Marrow Cells and Peripheral Blood Cells in the Osteogenic Process
Authors: Vukelić-Nikolić Marija Đ. , Đorđević Ljubiša B. 
Published: December 2024

Abstract
The osteogenic process is a complex and dynamic biological phenomenon essential for the initial formation of bones during embryonic development and the continuous remodeling and repair of bones throughout an individual’s life. It involves coordination of various cell types, signaling pathways, and environmental factors to ensure proper bone formation and maintenance. The main role in this process belongs to bone marrow cells and peripheral blood cells. This paper provides an overview of currently available literature data about different contributions of bone marrow cells and peripheral blood cells to the osteogenic process. Focusing on their differentiation, signaling pathways, and interactions within the bone microenvironment this article aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of how these cells orchestrate the osteogenic process, offering insights into their therapeutic potential. Understanding these complex cellular interactions is crucial for the development of advanced therapeutic approaches in regenerative medicine and orthopedics, which will ultimately improve outcomes in patients with bone defects and bone-related disorders.
Antiproliferative Effect of Spilanthes Acmella Extracts on Human Cervix Adenocarcinoma and Human Myelogenous Leukemia Cells
Authors: Tambur Zoran , Žižak Irina Besu , Žižak Željko , Joksić Anica , Opačić Dolores , Biočanin Vladimir 
Published: December 2024

Abstract
Reactive oxygen and nitrogen species (RONS) play a crucial role in the pathogenesis of various chronic diseases, including cancer, by reacting with fundamental biomolecules. While conventional anticancer treatments such as ionizing radiation and chemotherapy have significant adverse effects, some medicinal plants exhibit free radical scavenging and anticancer activities. Spilanthes acmella L., commonly known as the toothache plant, is reported to have various bioactive compounds with antioxidant and anticancer properties. The aim of this study was to investigate and evaluate antiproliferative potential of Spilanthes acmella ethanolic extract on human cervix adenocarcinoma (HeLa) and human myelogenous leukemia (K562) cancer cell lines. The stock solution of Spilanthes acmella extract was prepared in ethanol at concentration of 1 mg/mL and diluted with complete nutrient medium RPMI-1640. The medium was supplemented with 3 mM l-glutamine, 100 μg/mL streptomycin, 100 IU/mL penicillin, 10% heat-inactivated fetal bovine serum (FBS), and 25 mM Hepes, adjusted to pH 7.2. Cell survival was determined by the MTT assay 72 hours post-treatment. The IC50 values were calculated using a dose-response growth curve. The S. acmella ethanolic extract demonstrated significant cytotoxic (antiproliferative) effects on both HeLa and K562 cancer cell lines. The extract exhibited higher cytotoxicity towards K562 cells, with an IC50 value of 29.1 µg/mL, compared to HeLa cells, which had an IC50 value of 48.8 µg/mL. Spilanthes acmella extract possesses considerable potential as an anticancer agent and warrants further in vivo investigations to confirm its efficacy.
Neosporosis and Visceral Leishmaniosis in a Dog in Central–West Brazil
Authors: Sena Bianca Ribas , Freitas Maria Sabrina de , Freitas Maria Natália de , Almeida Arleana do Bom Parto Ferreira de , Sousa Valéria Régia Franco 
Published: December 2024

Abstract
Dogs act as definitive hosts for several diseases caused by protozoa, some of which are zoonotic. Due to their close contact with humans and other animals, they play a crucial role in the transmission of these diseases. Although infection with Neospora caninum or Leishmania infantum is not a determining factor for another, co-infection with these protozoa can aggravate clinical signs and increase the mortality rate. Though, there are reports of success in the treatment of neosporosis, the prognosis is generally considered unfavorable, especially in young dogs. The objective of this study is to report a case of infection by both protozoa in a dog treated at a university veterinary hospital, highlighting the clinical remission of nervous signs of neosporosis after treatment with the combination of sulfadoxine and clindamycin, followed by reduction of clinical signs of canine leishmaniasis (CanL) with treatment with miltefosine and allopurinol. Despite the worse prognosis for co-infection with N. caninum and L. infantum, the dog presented remission of neurological signs and a reduction in parasite load and clinicopathological signs associated with CanL.
Transforming public services
Authors: Moloney David , Dwyer Rowena , Glavey Sarah , Sellars Dermot 
Published: December 2024

Abstract
The public service works to provide frontline and vital services to meet the needs of the people of Ireland. Working on behalf of the government in a diverse range of organisations, public servants play an established role in the economic and social life of this country. The public service has grown and evolved to take advantage of opportunities, address new challenges, and meet the changing needs and expectations of the people of Ireland. Since 2011, the Department of Public Expenditure, NDP Delivery and Reform, has led a dedicated programme for reform and transformation, used its role and functions to enhance governance, build capacity and delivery effectively, working with the full range of public service bodies to build a more unified and agile public service. In 2023, the department published Better Public Services, a strategy that lays out the current framework and programme of transformation up to 2030, which is delivering tangible outcomes in improved public services, living standards and infrastructure in Ireland.
Civil service post-war policy debates, Department of Finance orthodoxy and the contours of the modern Irish economy
Authors: Barry Frank 
Published: December 2024

Abstract
Many share Michael Mulreany’s interest in the processes associated with the outward reorientation of the Irish economy from the mid-to-late 1950s through to European Economic Community accession in 1973. The Irish case is unusual by international standards in the importance accorded to the policy advice that emanated from within the civil service. While much of the historical focus has been on the Whitaker report of 1958, the contribution of which is celebrated in the 2009 work edited by Mulreany, the Department of Finance did not win all of the crucial debates on outward reorientation in which it was engaged. In particular, it had opposed the introduction in 1956 of export profits tax relief, the origin of the low corporation tax regime that remains in place to this day. This paper revisits the policy positions of the Departments of Finance and Industry and Commerce over the post-war decades and traces the foreign direct investment intensity of the modern Irish economy to the outcome of these debates.
An Assessment of Geotechnical Characteristics of Gharraf Oil Field Area Using Electrical Resistivity Test
Authors: Shaia Hussein A. 
Published: December 2024

Abstract
Geotechnical characteristics of soil are very important for civil applications and engineers because the structures almost construct and built on the ground such as high buildings, towers, bridges, tunnels and others on the soils. Electrical resistivity (ER) measurements are nowadays widely used to evaluate the geotechnical characterization of soil as they are fast, time-consuming and costly and non-destructive. This article provides the data of soil electrical resistivity measurements carried out on different zones and sites in Gharraf oil field area (northwestern part of the Thi-Qar governorate in the south east of Iraq). In this study the analyses of the obtained data were carried out to propose a new empirical quantitative correlation between soil resistivity and geotechnical characteristics. The improved empirical relationships reflect a very good correlation and it were found that the electrical resistivity of soil has a significant assessment and good fitting with the some of important geotechnical parameters. It was also concluded that the electrical resistivity method which has an advantage over other soil investigation methods that saving and reduce cost. Finally, the new generated empirical equation can be used to evaluate the ultimate bearing capacity of the soil rather than using the traditional widely used equations which require several inputs coefficients calculated using the extensive laboratory and field works. However, the results showed a good and more reliable correlation between soil electrical resistivity and some geotechnical characteristics for the studied region soil.