bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Self-efficacy of direct care workers providing care to older people in residential aged care settings: A systematic scoping review protocol
Authors: Shrestha Sumina , Alharbi Rayan Jafnan M , While Christine , Ellis Julie , Rahman Muhammad Aziz , Wells Yvonne 
Published: April 2020

Abstract
Background Self-efficacy is developed through a person’s interaction with his/her physical and social environment. Self-efficacy in caring is an essential attribute of care workers to develop a positive attitude towards their clients, improve work performance, and enhance job satisfaction. Care workers’ self-efficacy may vary according to the context in which the care is being provided. Aged care is a multidimensional and challenging setting, and characteristics of aged care services are different from those of acute care services. The objective of this review is to give an overview of the self-efficacy of residential aged care workers in caring for older people and factors influencing their self-efficacy. Methods The protocol for this review is based on the Joanna Briggs Institute Reviewer's Manual for Scoping Review. A systematic search of the literature on electronic databases MEDLINE, PsycINFO, CINAHL, AgeLine, SCOPUS, and ProQuest Dissertations and Theses Global will be carried out using predefined search terms to identify relevant studies. This review will include all primary studies irrespective of the study design. Two reviewers will independently conduct title and abstract screening, full-text screening, and data extraction. A third reviewer will resolve discrepancies, while the final decision for conflicting studies will be made by consensus within the review team. Joanna Briggs Institute critical appraisal tools will be used to assess the methodological quality of the included studies. Quantitative findings will be presented in narrative form accompanied by tabulated results and a random effects meta-analysis will be conducted to compute the pooled estimates of the impacts of various influencing factors on caring self-efficacy of the direct care workers. Qualitative research findings will be synthesised using the meta-aggregation approach. Discussion This review aims to bring together the evidence on the caring self-efficacy of aged care workers and associated factors. This will be an important source of knowledge to policymakers and aged care providers to understand the self-efficacy of aged care workers in order to support and enhance their self-efficacy and thereby improve their caring behaviours towards their clients. Scoping Review Registration Joanna Briggs Institute Systematic Review Register with the title ‘A scoping review of factors influencing caring efficacy of direct care workers providing care to older people’ ( https://joannabriggs.org/ebp/systematic_review_register )
Mechanical micronization of lipoaspirates for treatment of bleomycin-induced scleroderma in nude mice
Authors: Jiang Wenqing , Wang Jing , Lin Jiayan , Jiang Shenglu , Quan Yuping , Liao Yunjun , Gao Jianhua , cai Junrong 
Published: April 2020

Abstract
Background

Scleroderma is a chronic autoimmune disease that causes hardening of the skin. Adipose tissue is used as a regenerative treatment for scleroderma, and mechanical micronization of adipose tissue can concentrate stem cells, improving its therapeutic efficacy. Stromal vascular fraction gel (SVF gel) is produced by subjecting lipoaspirates to a series of mechanical processes. The present study aimed to assess the therapeutic effect of SVF gel on dermal scleroderma.
Methods

Scleroderma was induced in nude mice by daily subcutaneous injections of bleomycin (BLM) for 4 weeks. SVF gel, cell-enriched lipoaspirates (CAL), or Coleman fat (CF) (0.1 mL) was injected subcutaneously into local sclerosis lesions. Histological analyses, TUNEL assay, and qRT-PCR were conducted 4 weeks post-transplantation.
Results

SVF gel, CAL, and CV decreased dermal thickness in the scleroderma model (P < 0.05), and sclerosis was significantly decreased in the SVF gel and CAL groups. SVF gel and CAL decreased macrophage infiltration, pro-inflammatory cytokine levels, and fibrosis in transferred fat and/or skin lesions (P < 0.05). This revealed anti-inflammatory and anti-fibrotic effects of adipose-derived stem cells (ASCs) therapy in scleroderma (P < 0.05). SVF gel exhibited the most potent anti-inflammatory and anti-fibrotic effects among treatment groups (P < 0.05).
Conclusion

SVF gel and CAL significantly reversed dermal sclerosis, and were more effective than CF. The SVF gel group exhibited the lowest inflammation both in transferred fat and in skin lesions, and also the lowest fibrosis among the three groups. This study suggested that SVF gel was a more suitable adipose-based therapy for topical treatment of scleroderma patients.
Molecular diversity and evolutionary trends of cysteine-rich peptides from the venom glands of Chinese spider Heteropoda venatoria
Authors: Ding Yiying , Chen Kezhi , Zhang Xuewen , Xiao Tiaoyi , Chen Jinjun 
Published: April 2020

Abstract
Background: The huntsman spider ( Heteropoda venatoria Carl Linnaeus, 1767) in family Sparassidae, is highly valued in tropical and subtropical countries because the species capture and feed on cockroaches and other domestic insect pests. Unlike most other species of Araneomorphae, the huntsman spiders do not use webs to capture prey. Their great speed and strong chelicerae (mouthparts) with toxin glands are used to capture the insects.Results: We identified 154 novel putative cysteine-rich peptide toxin precursors by analyzing expressed sequence tags of the spider H. venatoria venom gland. The sequences of cysteine-rich peptide precursor revealed 24 families based on the phylogenetics analyses of signal peptide and cysteine framework in mature region, including 8 families of classic Inhibitory cystine knot toxins, 2 families of novel 6-cys motifs, 13 families of long cysteine-rich peptides with 8, 10 and 12-cys, and one family of 2-cys peptides. Intriguingly, four kinds of motifs are first described in spider venom. Furthermore, combining the diverse cysteine-rich peptide sequences of H. venatoria with the sequences from represent spiders explored previously, the dynamic evolutionary trends of venom cysteine-rich peptides were investigated based on the analysis of the structures of precursors and the patterns of cysteine scaffolds in the phylogenetic framework.Conclusion: H. venatoria is an appropriate intermediate species for the evolutionary analysis of spider peptide toxins from Mygalomorphae to Araneomorphae with a holistic view. This work revealed the dynamic evolutionary trends of venom cysteine-rich peptides of spider: the mature peptides have been developed longer with more cysteines; and the propeptides between the signal and mature peptides have been diminished and even vanished. With respect to potential insecticidal applications, the work provides promising new templates and gene clones for further exploration.
Development of Breast Cancer Risk Prediction Model for Women in Indonesia: A Case-Control Study
Authors: Nindrea Ricvan Dana , Kusnanto Hari , Haryono Samuel Johny , Harahap Wirsma Arif , Dwiprahasto Iwan , Lazuardi Lutfan , Aryandono Teguh 
Published: April 2020

Abstract
Background: In 2018, estimated that 11.6% or 2,088,849 new breast cancer cases and 6.6% or 626,679 cases are predicted to end with mortality due to this disease. One of the causes of the high mortality rate due to breast cancer in Indonesia is found in 60-70% of patients identified with advanced-stage breast cancer. It is related to the perception of breast cancer risk in Indonesian women. Therefore, it is necessary to calculate the risk factors for breast cancer risk to help increase public awareness in recognizing the risk of breast cancer in Indonesia. This study was held to construct risk factors calculation model for breast cancer risk based on machine learning in Indonesia.Methods: This research was quantitative which was conducted using a case-control study design. Data were collected in Dr. M. Djamil General Hospital Padang, Sardjito General Hospital Yogyakarta and Dharmais Cancer Hospital Jakarta from July 2018-July 2019. The number of samples in this study were 1,000 women cases groups (breast cancer) and 1,000 women control groups (non-breast cancer) matching by age and sex. The sampling technique in this study was convenience sampling. Data were collected from medical records and primary data collection used a questionnaire. Chi-square test used for bivariate analysis and risk factors calculation were used machine learning algorithm Naive Bayes, decision tree, k-nearest neighbors, support vector machine and logistic regression. Determination of algorithm selection by comparing the highest accuracy, true positive rate, false-positive rate and Area Under Curve (AUC). STATA version 14.2 and the Waikato Environment for Knowledge Analysis (WEKA) version 3.6.4 were used to process the data.Results: The model construction for calculating risk factors for breast cancer risk in Indonesia is based on predictors of menopause age, the first age of pregnancy, the first and second-degree family history of breast cancer, use of oral contraceptives, history of smoking, overweight, obesity, high-fat diet, high-calorie diets and physical activity. The cut-off point in classifying high risk of breast cancer and low risk of breast cancer is based on a total score of > 7 (high risk of breast cancer) and ≤ 7 (low risk of breast cancer). The accuracy of the breast cancer risk factor calculation model in Indonesia was 79.9% with a sensitivity of 76.90% and a specificity of 70.4%.Conclusion: This breast cancer risk factor calculation can be categorized quite well in classifying breast cancer risk in Indonesia.
Does social capital enhance self-rated health of married women? Findings from a population-based study
Authors: Koulani Manoocher , Rajabi‐Gilan Nader , Almasi Ali , Khezeli Mehdi , Shushtari Zahra Jorjoran , Salimi Yahya 
Published: April 2020

Abstract
Background: Social capital is one of the main concepts that has received attention in the health literature. This study aimed to investigate the association between social capital and self-rated health in married women in four western provinces of Iran.Methods: This cross-sectional study was conducted using a multi-stage sampling method in four main western provinces of Iran. In total, 1531 married women participated in our study. The questionnaire included demographic variables, women's self-rated health, and social capital.Results: The mean (SD) self-rated health was 3.83 (0.77). Pearson correlation test showed that among the social capital subscales, trust had the most (r = 0.116, p<0.001) and networks the least significant correlations (r = 0.095, p<0.001) with self-rated health among the participants. Social capital shows a weak association with self-rated health (Coefficient=0.0030, p=0.001).Conclusion: This study showed that there was a positive correlation between social capital dimensions with the self-rated health among women, however it was relatively weak association. This may be due to the complex nature of health and its related factors such as social capital.
Pregnancy Termination: Experiences of Women Seeking Post-Abortion Care Services in Ghana
Authors: Adde Kenneth Setorwu , Darteh Eugene Kofuor Marfo , Kumi-Kyereme Akwesi 
Published: April 2020

Abstract
Background: Although abortion is a global health concern, it has a higher negative impact on developing countries due to controversial perspectives and varied regulatory regimes. Depending on whether it is induced or spontaneous, women encounter varying experiences. This study examined the pregnancy termination experiences of women seeking post-abortion care services. Methods: An in-depth interview guide was used to collect data from 20 post-abortion care clients at the Volta Regional Hospital. Data was analyzed manually using a qualitative content analysis technique. Result: The study found that medical abortion was main method of pregnancy termination used by women who had induced abortion. Spontaneous abortion, however, was attributed mainly to engaging in activities that required the use of excessive energy and travelling on bad roads by pregnant women. The study also revealed that women do not seek early post-abortion care services due to stigma and poverty. Conclusion: To encourage women to seek early treatment, the Ministry of Health and the Ghana Health Service should take pragmatic steps in educating women on the dangers associated with delayed post-abortion care services and the factors that expose women to spontaneous abortions.
Cephalenchus driekieae n. sp. (Nematoda: Tylenchidae) from South Africa, a new member of the genus with a long pharyngeal overlap
Authors: Rashidifard Milad , Du Preez Gerhard , Abolafia Joaquín , Pedram Majid 
Published: April 2020

Abstract

Cephalenchus driekieae n. sp. is described and illustrated based on its morphological, morphometric, and molecular characteristics. This new species is mainly characterized by its short stylet 11.5 to 13.0 µm, and 13.5 to 17.5 µm long pharyngeal overlap extending over the intestine. It could further be delimited by 451 to 526 µm long females with a prominently annulated cuticle, dorso-ventral amphidial openings as shown using scanning electron microscopy (SEM), four lines in the lateral field, anchor-shaped stylet knobs, empty spermatheca, elongate conoid tail with finely rounded tip and males absent. The shortest stylet and long pharyngeal overlap, distinguish this new species from previously described members and update the characteristics of the genus. With four lines in the lateral field, this new species was morphologically compared with four previously described species with this feature and another species with a short stylet. Molecular phylogenetic analyses using the partial small and large subunit ribosomal DNA gene (SSU and LSU rDNA D2-D3) sequences showed that it was clustered with other Cephalenchus spp. in both SSU and LSU trees, retaining the monophyly of the genus. This new species from South Africa updates the biogeography of the genus.
Genetic intraspecific diversity of Meloidogyne javanica parasitizing vegetables in southern Iran
Authors: Ghaderi Reza , Dehghan Ali Asghar , Hesar Abbas Mokaram , Karegar Akbar 
Published: April 2020

Abstract
In order to investigate different species of root-knot nematodes associated with vegetable production in southern regions of Iran, 37 populations of the most predominant species, Meloidogyne javanica, were recovered. Morphological and morphometric studies were carried on the characters of females, males, J2s and perineal patterns. Species-specific Sequence Characterized Amplified Region (SCAR) primers confirmed morphological studies, and all these populations produced specific band in 670 bp using Fjav and Rjav primers. Genetic diversity of different populations was studied by Inter Simple Sequence Repeats (ISSR) and Random Amplified Polymorphic DNA (RAPD) markers implementing 10 primers for each approach. Results revealed a relatively low genetic diversity (the percentage of polymorphic bands were 19.08 and 24.60 for ISSR and RAPD, respectively). The analyses of molecular variance indicated that the variation resulted from genotypic variations within region and variances among regions are 81% and 19% for RAPD, and 86% and 14% for ISSR, respectively. On the other hand, F

ST
and Nm values are 0.140 and 1.535 for ISSR while these values are 0.188 and 1.079 for RAPD. So it can be concluded that there is a great deal of gene flow between populations due to the movement of plant material contaminated with nematodes, which results in high mixing between populations. ISSR and RAPD datasets failed to group populations according to their geographic region. There were no pathotypes or other intraspecific biological entities observed in the species.
Optimization of management choices of clariflocculation process by means of qualitative multi-criteria analysis
Authors: Bruno P. , Acampa G. , Giustra M. G. , De Marchis M. , Parisi C. M. , Di Bella G. 
Published: April 2020

Abstract
Every year ship traffic produces tons of liquid waste mainly consisting of bilge water and of washing water of tankers' tanks. The latter are called slop waters and are characterized by high salinity and by the presence of recalcitrant pollutants mainly of hydrocarbon origin: these characteristics promote the use of chemical-physical rather than biological treatment. In particular, in the present study the slop waters were subjected to a clariflocculation treatment by means of batch tests. This treatment involves the dosage of specific chemical reagents (coagulants and flocculants) added to water at different stages of the process. In order to establish the optimal reagents' type and dose, also considering the operating costs, the proposed study presents a frequency analysis belonging to the family of multi-criteria exploration. The application of this methodology to examine the validity of the different process alternatives has allowed the inclusion of, in a single assessment, both economic and extra-economic (measurable only in qualitative terms) procedures. Thanks to this qualitative and quantitative method, it was therefore possible to order the different treatment alternatives analyzed, identifying the one that allows optimizing the wastewater management, for a conscious choice of the most suitable solution to the problem.
The preparation of novel mineral-based mesoporous microsphere by microencapsulation technology and its application in the adsorption of dye contaminants
Authors: Chen Wei , Luan Jingde , Yu Xiaokun , Wang Xueqin 
Published: April 2020

Abstract
Microencapsulation technology was adopted to prepare the novel mineral-based mesoporous microsphere (MBMM) for the removal of dye contaminants from water. Field emission scanning electron microscopy, energy dispersive spectrometry, Brunauer–Emmett–Teller zeta potential analysis, and Fourier transform infrared spectrometry were used to investigate the microstructure characteristics of MBMM and its changes in the functional groups before and after adsorption. Batch experiments were carried out to investigate the effect of calcination temperature, initial concentration, pH, contact temperature, and time on the adsorption behavior of rhodamine B and methylene blue onto MBMM. The results indicated that the prepared MBMM had a hollow structure and mesoporous surface, which was beneficial to improving its adsorption capacity. The maximum adsorption capacities of rhodamine B and methylene blue onto MBMM prepared at calcination temperature 500 °C were 57.79 mg g−1 and 55.94 mg g−1 under the conditions of initial concentration 300 mg L−1, dosage 0.1 g, pH 7.0, adsorption temperature 55 °C, and adsorption time 7 h. The results showed that the calcining treatment was beneficial to the formation of mesoporous microspheres, improving their adsorption capacities. The adsorption process was endothermic reaction, and electrostatic attraction and hydrogen bonding were the driving forces of the reaction.
Investigating the Resurgence of Malaria Prevalence in South Africa Between 2015 and 2018: A Scoping Review
Authors: Abiodun Gbenga J. , Adebiyi Babatope. O. , Abiodun Rita O. , Oladimeji Olanrewaju , Oladimeji Kelechi E. , Adeola Abiodun M. , Makinde Olusola S. , Okosun Kazeem O. , Djidjou-Demasse Ramsès , Semegni Yves J. , Njabo Kevin Y. , Witbooi Peter J. , Aceves Alejandro 
Published: April 2020

Background:
Malaria remains a serious concern in most African countries, causing nearly one million deaths globally every year. This review aims to examine the extent and nature of the resurgence of malaria transmission in South Africa.

Methods:
Using the Arksey and O'Malley framework, this scoping review includes articles published between the years 2015 and 2018 on the resurgence of malaria occurrence in South Africa. Articles were searched between October 2018 to January 2019 using the following electronic databases: CINAHL, Pubmed, Science Direct and SCOPUS. Grey literature from Google Scholar was also hand searched. Key search terms and subject headings such as climate variables, climate changes, climatic factors, malaria resurgence, malaria reoccurrence and malaria increase over epidemic regions in South Africa were used to identify relevant articles. Three independent reviewers performed the selection and characterization of articles, and the data collected were synthesized qualitatively.

Results:
A total number of 534 studies were identified. Among these, 24 studies met the inclusion criteria. The results were grouped by factors (four main themes) that influenced the malaria resurgence: Climatic, Epidemiological, Socio-economic, and Environmental factors. Climatic factors were found to be the major factor responsible for the resurgence of malaria, as more than 55% of the selected articles were climate-focused. This was followed by epidemiological, socio-economic and environmental factors, in that order. Grey literature from Google Scholar yielded no results.

Conclusion:
This study shows that malaria transmission in South Africa is more associated with climate. Climate-based malaria models could be used as early warning systems for malaria over the epidemic regions in South Africa. Since epidemiological factors also play significant roles in malaria transmission, regular and unrelaxed use of Indoor Residual Spraying (IRS) should be encouraged in these regions. Individuals should also be educated on the importance and the usefulness of these deliveries. While some studies have indicated that the vectors have developed resistance to insecticides, continuous research on developing new insecticides that could alter the resistance are encouraged. Furthermore, all efforts to eradicate malaria in South Africa must also target malaria-endemic neighbouring countries.
Glycine-acyl Surfactants Prepared from Black Soldier Fly Fat, Coconut Oil and Palm Kernel Oil
Authors: Verheyen Geert R. , Theunis Mart , Vreysen Steven , Naessens Tania , Noyens Isabelle , Ooms Tom , Goossens Sarah , Pieters Luc , Foubert Kenn , Miert Sabine Van 
Published: April 2020

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Black soldier fly (Hermetia illucens) larvae are a new source of high-quality bio-based materials
that can be implemented for technical applications. Black soldier fly larvae can be bred in high
numbers in small areas and organic waste streams, making large scale industrial breeding possible.
Fats from the black soldier fly are very rich in lauric acid, and the fatty acid profile resembles that of
palm kernel and coconut oil. Therefore, black soldier fly fats could be envisaged to have similar applications
to these plant-derived oils.

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The aims of this work were (1) to use black soldier fly fat, palm kernel and coconut oil to synthesize a
glycine-acyl surfactant by means of a Schotten-Baumann reaction; (2) to determine the yield and purity
of the reaction products; and (3) to determine solubility, foaming capacity, surface tension and critical
micelle concentration of the surfactants in comparison to a commercially-available glycinecoconut
oil surfactant, Amilite GCS-11®.

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The aims of this work were (1) to use black soldier fly fat, palm kernel and coconut oil to synthesize a
glycine-acyl surfactant by means of a Schotten-Baumann reaction; (2) to determine the yield and purity
of the reaction products; and (3) to determine solubility, foaming capacity, surface tension and critical
micelle concentration of the surfactants in comparison to a commercially-available glycinecoconut
oil surfactant, Amilite GCS-11®.

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It is concluded that black soldier fly fats are a suitable alternative to coconut or palm kernel oil for the
preparation of glycine-acyl surfactants.