bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Adherence to ready-to-use food and acceptability of outpatient nutritional therapy in HIV-infected undernourished Senegalese adolescents: research-based recommendations for routine care.
Authors: Niasse Fatou , Varloteaux Marie , Diop Karim , Ndiaye Sidy Mokhtar , Diouf François Niokhor , Mbodj Pape Birane , Niang Babacar , Diack Aminata , Cames Cecile 
Published: February 2020

Abstract
Background :
Ready-to-use food (RUF) is increasingly used for nutritional therapy in HIV-infected individuals. However, practical guidance advising nutrition care to HIV-infected adolescents is lacking, so that little is known about the acceptability of such therapy in this vulnerable population. This study assesses the overall acceptability and perception of a RUF-based therapy and risk factors associated with sub-optimal RUF intake in HIV-infected undernourished adolescents in Senegal.
Methods :
Participants aged 5 to 18 with acute malnutrition were enrolled in 12 HIV clinics in Senegal. Participants were provided with imported RUF, according to WHO prescription weight- and age-bands (2009), until recovery or for a maximum of 9-12 months. Malnutrition and recovery were defined according to WHO growth standards. Adherence was assessed fortnightly by self-reported RUF intake over the period. Sub-optimal RUF intake was defined as when consumption of the RUF provision was < 50%. RUF therapy acceptability and perceptions were assessed using a structured questionnaire at week 2 and focus group discussions (FGDs) at the end of the study. Factors associated with sub-optimal RUF intake at week 2 were identified using a logistic regression.
Results :
We enrolled 173 participants, with a median age of 12.5 years (Interquartile range: 9.5 – 14.9), of whom 61% recovered from malnutrition within the study period. Median follow-up duration was 66 days (21 – 224). RUF consumption was stable, varying between 64% and 57% of the RUF provided, throughout the follow-up. At week 2, sub-optimal RUF intake was observed in 31% of participants. Dislike of the taste of RUF (aOR=5.0, 95% CI: 2.0 – 12.3), HIV non-disclosure (5.1, 1.9 – 13.9) and food insecurity (2.8, 1.1 – 7.2) were the major risk factors associated with sub-optimal RUF intake at week 2. The need to hide from others to avoid sharing and undesirable effects were other constraints on RUF feeding.
Conclusions :
This study revealed several factors reducing the acceptability and adherence to RUF therapy based on WHO guidelines in HIV-infected adolescents. Strengthening capacity of HIV clinics, tailoring prescriptions and empowering young patients, are crucial levers for improving the acceptability of RUF-based therapy in routine care.
Implementing primary health care-based measurement, advice and treatment for heavy drinking and comorbid depression at the municipal level in three Latin American countries: final protocol for a quasi-experimental study (SCALA study)
Authors: LLopis Eva Jane , Anderson Peter , Piazza Marina , O'Donnell Amy , Gual Antoni , Schulte Bernd , Gomez Augusto Perez , Vries Hein de , Rey Guillermina Natera , Kokole Dasa , Bustamente Ines , Braddick Fleur , Trujillo Juliana Mejia , Solovei Adriana , Leon Alejandra Perez de , Kaner Eileen , Matrai Silvia , Manthey Jakob , Mercken Liesbeth , Pelayo Hugo Lopez , Rowlands Gill , Schmidt Christiane , Rehm Jurgen 
Published: February 2020

Abstract
Background : While primary health care-based prevention and management of heavy drinking is clinically effective and cost-effective, it remains poorly implemented in routine practice. Systematic reviews and multi-country studies have demonstrated the ability of training and support programmes for healthcare professionals to increase primary health care-based measurement and brief advice activity to reduce heavy drinking. However, gains have been only modest and short term at best. WHO studies have concluded that a more effective uptake could be achieved by embedding primary health care activity within broader municipal-based support.

Methods : A quasi-experimental study will compare primary health care-based prevention and management of heavy drinking in three intervention municipal areas from Colombia, Mexico and Peru with three comparator municipal areas from the same countries. In the implementation municipal areas, primary health care units will receive training embedded within ongoing supportive municipal action over an 18-month implementation test period. In the comparator municipal areas, half the units will receive training, and the other half will continue with practice as usual. The primary outcome is the proportion of the adult population (aged 18+ years) registered with the unit that has their alcohol consumption measured. Return-on-investment analyses and full process evaluation will be undertaken, coupled with an analysis of potential contextual, financial and political-economy influencing factors.

Discussion : This multi-country study will test the extent to which embedding primary health care-based prevention and management of heavy drinking within supportive municipal action leads to improved scale-up of more patients having their alcohol consumption measured, and subsequently receiving appropriate advice and treatment.
Oral cancer screening experiences, practices and beliefs of prosthodontists in Saudi Arabia: A survey study
Authors: Alqutaibi Ahmed Yaseen , Brozangy Sary , Al-Maweri Sadeq , Aboalrejal Afaf 
Published: February 2020

Abstract
Background: Age is known to be a risk factor for oral cancer; older patients visit prosthodontists very regularly, so the prosthodontists may help in the prevention and early detection of any suspicious mucosal alteration in this high-risk group. The aim of this study was to assess the beliefs, experiences and practices of prosthodontists regarding oral cancer screening. Method: A cross-sectional, questionnaire-based survey was conducted on prosthodontists practicing in Saudi Arabia. A 26-item questionnaire was sent to all eligible prosthodontists (n=250). The collected data was analyzed using SPSS 21.0. Results: The response rate was 57.2% (n=143). The majority of participants (79.70%) reported that they routinely examine all new patients for mucosal pathologies. However, only 58% reported that they examine their patients at recall visits, and only 61.5% stated that they provide tobacco cessation advice. With regard to the respondents experiences with suspicious mucosal lesions, the majority said that they had detected a suspicious lesion (79.9%) and had referred affected patients (83.2 %) during their career. Unfortunately, just 65% of prosthodontists believed that they could detect oral cancer on their own, and only 40% believed that they could influence their patients to quit smoking. A lack of training, confidence, time and financial incentives were reported as barriers to oral cancer screening. Conclusion: Most of the prosthostontists surveyed in this study seem motivated to perform routine oral mucosal screening. However, more efforts are needed to help improve the attidtudes, confidence and skills of prosthodontists when it comes to identifying and referring suspicious oral mucosal lesions.
Coccydynia – the efficacy of available treatment options: a systematic review protocol
Authors: Jensen Mads Moss , Andersen Gustav Østerheden , Milosevic Stefan , Andersen Mikkel Østerheden , Carreon Leah , Simony Ane , Rasmussen Mikkel Mylius 
Published: February 2020

Abstract
Background: Coccydynia is a painful condition which may severely impair quality of life in affected patients. Treatment of coccydynia is a field of interest with limited knowledge. The objective of this study is to evaluate the efficacy of current available treatments for coccydynia in adults, by systematically reviewing existing original peer-reviewed publications according to the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analysis (PRISMA) guidelines. Methods/design: A systematic literature search will be conducted in EMBASE.com, PubMed.com, Scopus and Web of Science bibliographic databases from their inception to January 17th, 2020, alongside a search for published studies and Epubs ahead of print in journals with relevance to spine surgery. Studies eligible for inclusion are original peer-reviewed papers addressing treatment of chronic coccydynia in adults. The articles will be screened by two authors independently, involving a third author in case of disagreement. Quality assessment and data extraction will be conducted using Covidence software. A meta-analysis will be conducted given that data is suitable. Discussion: This systematic review and meta-analysis may contribute to the existing knowledge on the efficacy of treatment options for coccydynia. Systematic review registration: PROSPERO submission-ID: 166379 Keywords: Coccydynia, Pain, Treatment, Efficacy
Climate Change Induced Flood And Landslides And Farmer’s Adapatation Practices In Paddy Production: Evidence Of Rural Hilly Nepal
Authors: Bista Raghu BIr Bir 
Published: February 2020

Abstract
Climate change is a buzzword in the world. Scientist has approved it as global warming with its projection of undesired and unpredicted frequent extreme events and their vulnerabilities not only at present but also at future. There is an assumption of occurrence of adaptive capacity and behavior of farmers in agriculture production activity at some extent to neutralize climate change vulnerabilities of flood and landslides on paddy production. This paper empirically examines the effects of climate change in paddy production and farmer’s adaptive behaviors to neutralize such climatic shocks and events in paddy production by employing CD production function based econometric model. The study employed primary data collected through 642 household surveys. The study finds that climatic shocks and events have huge loss(60%) in paddy production and revenue income in such plot where farmers have not indigenous knowledge and practices. But both small and larger farmers who have adaptive capacity and behavior with their indigenous knowledge have less loss in paddy production and revenue income, although they have heterogeneity in their socio economic characteristics (income, asset holding, literacy, experience, land holding and age). The farmers who have used adaptive behavior have indigenous knowledge and experiences including bamboo wall construction to control flood and landslides and seed change to resist climatic shocks and events. In hilly region, the farmers have not sufficient alternative measures, except both adaptive measures because of their poverty, illiteracy and remote locations. The study finds their higher effective level to minimize vulnerabilities to paddy production and revenue per farm plot, although these adaptive behaviors are cost effective and local entity. Comparatively, bamboo wall construction is more effective measure in the paddy production than others are (seed switch) to minimize the flooding materials from the flood and the landslides. Thus, low cost indigenous adaption behavior of farmers is effective measure to climate change and climate change induced disasters and events vulnerability in paddy production.
Modeling and Control of a Hybrid Wheeled Legged Robot: Disturbance Analysis
Authors: Raza Fahad , Owaki Dai , Hayashibe Mitsuhiro 
Published: February 2020

Abstract
The most common cause of injuries among older adults is falling. Recently, there have been numerous developments in assistive and exoskeleton systems. However, comparatively little work is being done on systems that may help people to keep an upright position and avoid falling over. In this preliminary work, we investigate the feasibility of the wheel-legged robot as a balance-assist system for the people who cannot maintain balance and walk because of an injury, old age, or neurological or physical disorder. We perform motion stability analyses of the wheel-legged robot under different conditions such as system modeling errors, sensor noise, and external disturbances. The linear quadratic regulator (LQR) control approach is adopted for balancing, steering, and translational position control of the robot. To validate our control framework and visualize results, the robot is modeled and tested in the Gazebo simulator using ROS (Robot Operating System). Subsequently, the simulation results demonstrate the effectiveness of the LQR control method under the translational and rotational pushes of the wheel-legged system for human-robot interaction.
Preparation and Application of Keggin Silicomolybdic acid Modified Electrode
Authors: Liu Miao , Li Dong hui , Jia Ming xuan 
Published: February 2020

Abstract
An innovative method for the determination of isoniazid tablets is studied through electrochemical method for the modification of glassy carbon electrode (GCE). Polyoxomolybdate, with stable structures, has not been widely used for the determination of substance. In this study, the mentioned polyoxomolybdate was characterized by Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FT-IR), UV-vis, X-ray diffraction (XRD), Atomic force microscope (AFM) and X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy (XPS), and used to modify the glassy carbon electrode (GCE). The electrochemical performance of the polyoxomolybdate@GCE was investigated with cyclic voltammetry (CV) and differential pulse voltammetry (DPV), compared with the unmodified electrode, the proposed polyoxomolybdate modified electrode exhibited strong electro-catalytic activities towards isoniazid (INH). Under the optimized conditions, there was linear relationships between the DPV peak currents and the concentrations in the range of 1 × 10 -7 g/L to 3 × 10 -7 g/L for INH (R 2 = 0.9979), with the limit of detection (LOD) of 0.024 μg/L (based on S/N = 3). The modified electrode has proper reproducibility (RSD < 5%), stability, response time (< 3 min) and lifetime (up to 6 days).
The efficacy of a motorized lower-limb prosthetic device: a pilot study
Authors: Ghillebert Jo , Geeroms Joost , Flynn Louis , Bock Sander De , Govaerts Renée , Crea Simona , Vitiello Nicola , Lefeber Dirk , Roelands Bart , Meeusen Romain , Pauw Kevin De 
Published: February 2020

Abstract
BACKGROUND Performing daily activities is challenging for individuals with a transfemoral amputation. Technological advancements in prosthetic prototypes aim at improving functional independence. A state-of-the-art active device, the CYBERLEGs-gamma (CLs-ɣ) prosthesis, consisting of powered ankle and knee joints, has been designed and constructed. The control system combines pressure-sensitive insoles and inertial motor units to synchronize both joints to work together. To date, the novel device has not een clinically evaluated. Therefore, the objective of this study was to investigate the efficacy of the CLs-ɣ prosthesis during daily activities compared to current passive and quasi-passive devices . METHODS Participants performed a familiarization trial, an experimental trial with the current prosthesis, three adaptation trials and an experimental trial with the CLs-ɣ prosthesis. Participants completed a stair climbing test, a timed-up & go test, a sit to stand test, a two-minute dual task (i.e. the psychomotor vigilance task during treadmill walking) and a six-minute treadmill walk test at normal speed. Nonparametric Wilcoxon-signed rank tests were conducted with critical alpha set at 0.05. RESULTS Eight individuals with a transfemoral amputation (age: 55 ± 15 years, K-level 3) were included. Stride length significantly increased during walking with the CLs-ɣ prosthesis (p=0.012) because of a greater step length of the amputated leg (p=0.035). Normal walking speed was significantly slower (p=0.018), the net metabolic cost of transport was significantly higher (p=0.028) and reaction time significantly worsened (p=0.012) when walking with the CLs-ɣ compared to the current prosthesis. When participants took stairs, they adopted a step-over-step strategy with the CLs-ɣ prosthesis in contrast to step-by-step wearing the current prosthesis. CONCLUSION S A higher physical effort and cognitive demand were required during activities wearing the novel motorized prosthesis. Although performance outcome measures did not improve, participants had a greater stride length and better simulated able-bodied stair ambulation.
The Analysis of the Factors Affecting the Implementation of Virtual R&D in Iranian Tile and Ceramic Companies Using Structural Equation Modeling Approach
Authors: Akhondzadeh Abolfazl 
Published: February 2020

Authors:
Abolfazl Akhondzadeh, ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-8160-3425
Master of Science, PhD Candidate, Researcher, Yazd University of Science and Art, Iran

Pages: 86-96
DOI: http://doi.org/10.21272/sec.3(4).86-96.2019

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The final goal of this study is to provide a model with structural modeling approach of virtual R & D implementation in Iranian ceramic tile companies and small and medium-sized industries and services are one of the broadest fields of activity of manufacturing and economic enterprises that are of great importance. Accordingly, the establishment and expansion of research and development systems in order to infuse new sciences and technologies into this industry is of great importance. Over the past few decades, in a highly competitive market, the development of new products has long been considered as a major contributing factor to the survival and growth of SMEs and manufacturing units and economic enterprises have a great desire to create and develop R & D and investment systems for their efficiency so the necessity of conducting this research was created for Iranian companies because SMEs are considered as engines of economic growth, particularly in developing countries and in a day-to-day market for freedom, the survival and continuity of SMEs depend on their ability to enhance their performance and production that are in accordance with international standards. The questionnaires and interviews used to examine the research questions. It was distributed among 114 experts after ensuring the reliability and validity. The research strategy is a survey-correlation questionnaire that has been compiled by a researcher-made questionnaire. The results of this study showed that the technology structure in virtual teams does not directly affect the implementation of virtual R & D. The knowledge structure of the individuals and the process structure can have a direct effect on the implementation of virtual R & D in the other hand this paper acknowledges the progress made over the past several decades, it focuses on the challenges and limits of Iranian Tile and Ceramic Companies.
Keywords: virtual research and development, small and medium-sized industries, interpretive structural modeling, virtual teams.
Reversely zoned plagioclase in lower crustal meta-anorthosites: An indicator of multistage fracturing and metamorphism in the lower crust
Authors: Soda Yusuke , Matsuda Taku , Kobayashi Sachio , Ito Motoo , Harigane Yumiko , Okudaira Takamoto 
Published: February 2020

AbstractThis paper describes the formation mechanism of reversely zoned plagioclase, which has been observed frequently in lower crustal shear zones and is indicative of multistage fracturing and meta-morphism in the lower crust, by studying the microstructural and chemical characteristics of plagioclase in sparsely fractured anorthosites and anorthositic mylonites from the Eidsfjord shear zone, Langøya, northern Norway. Based on the field relationship between sparsely fractured anorthosite and anorthositic mylonite, the fracturing of anorthosite occurred before the formation of mylonite. In sparsely fractured anorthosites, transgranular fractures are observed; hydration-reaction products, including Na-rich plagioclase, occur within cracks and fractures, suggesting that hydration reactions occurred during or after fracturing. The hydration reactions in sparsely fractured anorthosites are estimated to have occurred at higher-pressure (P) amphibolite-facies conditions (~0.9–1.0 GPa and ~550–700 °C). In anorthositic mylonites, which are considered to have initiated by fracturing and subsequent hydration metamorphism at lower-P amphibolite-facies conditions (~0.7 GPa and ~600 °C), recrystallized plagioclase grains often show compositional zoning with an Na-rich core and a Ca-rich rim. Because the compositions of metamorphic plagioclase grains in the sparsely fractured anorthosites and those of the Na-rich cores of the reversely zoned plagioclase in anorthositic mylonites are similar to each other, the Na-rich cores of the matrix plagioclase in the anorthositic mylonites have recrystallized under higher-P amphibolite-facies conditions and then been overgrown or replaced by the Ca-rich rims under lower-P conditions. Consequently, the reversely zoned plagioclase observed frequently in lower crustal shear zones is an indicator of multistage brittle fracturing and subsequent hydration metamorphism during exhumation, providing information relevant to understanding the deep rupture process caused by repeated seismicity alternating with aseismic creep below the seismogenic zone.
Pengaruh Hafalan Al-Qur'an Terhadap Prestasi Belajar Matematika Siswa MTs
Authors: Adiwijayanti Dewi Dwi , Purwati Heni , Sugiyanti Sugiyanti 
Published: February 2020

<p>Menghafal Al-Qur’an merupakan suatu proses mengingat, di mana seluruh materi ayat (rincian bagian-bagiannya seperti fonetik, waqaf, dan lain-lainnya) harus diingat secara sempurna. Salah satu manfaat menghafal Al-Qur’anadalah penguatan otak dimana mereka harus teliti dan jeli dalam membedakan ayat-ayat yang memiliki kemiripan redaksi. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui pengaruh hafalan Al-Qur’an terhadap prestasi belajar matematika siswa MTs. Jenis penelitian ini adalah penelitian kuantitatif. Sampel penelitian ini adalah siswa kelas VIII B MTs Yanbu’ul Qur’an 2 Muria tahun ajaran 2019/2020. Pengumpulan data dilakukan dengan dokumentasi, tes berupa tes tertulis prestasi belajar, dan non tes berupa lembar observasi hafalan Al-Qur’an. Kesimpulan dari penelitian ini adalah terdapat pengaruh positif dan signifikan antara hafalan Al-Qur’an terhadap prestasi belajar matematika siswa MTs Yanbu’ul Qur’an 2 Muria, hal ini ditunjukkan dengan nilai r sebesar dengan sumbangan efektif sebesar 34,7% sedangkan 65,3% ditentukan oleh faktor lain.</p>
The model of low impact development of a sponge airport: a case study of Beijing Daxing International Airport
Authors: Peng Jing , Ouyang Jiayi , Yu Lei 
Published: February 2020

Abstract
A sponge airport is a new concept of airport stormwater management, which can effectively relieve airport flooding and promote the usage of rainwater resources, often including the application of low impact development (LID) facilities. Although many airports in China have been chosen to implement sponge airport construction, there is a lack of quantitative evaluation on the effect of LID facilities. This paper takes Beijing Daxing International Airport as a case study and develops a comprehensive evaluation on the effect of LID facilities using the storm water management model (SWMM). The performance of four LID design scenarios with different locations and sizes of the rain barrel, the vegetative swale, the green roof, and the storage tank were analyzed. After LID, the water depth of J7 reduces from 0.6 m to 0.2 m, and duration of accumulated water reduces from 5 hours to 2.5 hours. The water depth of J17 reduces from 0.5 m to 0.1 m, and duration of accumulated water reduces from 2 hours to 15 minutes. The capacity of conduits has been greatly improved (Link 7 and Link 17). The application of LID facilities greatly improves rainwater removal capacity and effectively alleviates the waterlogging risk in the study area.