bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Modelling Citrus Huanglongbing Spread in Scenarios Involving Alternative Hosts, Vector Populations and Removal of Symptomatic Plants
Authors: Ternes Sônia , Vilamiu Raphael G. d' A. , Moreira Alécio Souza , Rossi Marcelo , Santos Tâmara T. de C. , Laranjeira Francisco Ferraz 
Published: December 2024

ABSTRACTHuanglongbing (HLB) is the most devastating citrus disease around the world. We have modelled HLB spread in scenarios with different populational levels of the main alternative host (Murraya paniculata) and Diaphorina citri Kuwayama (Asian citrus psyllid—ACP) vector of HLB‐associated bacteria and the removal of HLB‐symptomatic plants. A compartmental deterministic mathematical model was built for representing the HLB dynamics in the Recôncavo Baiano, Bahia State, Brazil. The model encompasses delays on latency and incubation disease periods and on the ACP nymphal stages. The simulations indicated that presence of alternative hosts at a low proportion would not play a crucial role in HLB dynamics in situations of poor ACP management, regardless of HLB‐symptomatic plant eradication. Symptomatic citrus plants contribute more to increase the HLB incidence than the alternative host in scenarios without a suitable ACP management.
Comparative Genomics Reveals Sources of Genetic Variability in the Asexual Fungal Plant Pathogen Colletotrichum lupini
Authors: Alkemade Joris A. , Hohmann Pierre , Messmer Monika M. , Barraclough Timothy G. 
Published: December 2024

ABSTRACTFungal plant pathogens cause major crop losses worldwide, with many featuring compartmentalised genomes that include both core and accessory regions, which are believed to drive adaptation. The highly host‐specific fungus Colletotrichum lupini greatly impacts lupin (Lupinus spp.) cultivation. This pathogen is part of clade 1 of the C. acutatum species complex and comprises four genetically uniform, presumably clonal, lineages (I–IV). Despite this, variation in virulence and morphology has been observed within these lineages. To investigate the potential sources of genetic variability in this asexual fungus, we compared the genomes of 16 C. lupini strains and 17 related Colletotrichum species. Phylogenomics confirmed the presence of four distinct lineages, but further examination based on genome size, gene content, transposable elements (TEs), and deletions revealed that lineage II could be split into two groups, II‐A and II‐B. TE content varied between lineages and correlated strongly with genome size variation, supporting a role for TEs in genome expansion in this species. Pangenome analysis revealed a highly variable accessory genome, including a minichromosome present in lineages II, III, and IV, but absent in lineage I. Accessory genes and effectors appeared to cluster in proximity to TEs. Presence/absence variation of putative effectors was lineage‐specific, suggesting that these genes play a crucial role in determining host range. Notably, no effectors were found on the TE‐rich minichromosome. Our findings shed light on the potential mechanisms generating genetic diversity in this asexual fungal pathogen that could aid future disease management.
Comparison of survival outcomes in haemodialysis versus immediate‐start peritoneal dialysis: A propensity‐matched study
Authors: Lee Jee Young , Cho Hyunjin , Park Jung‐Hwan , Jo Young‐Il 
Published: December 2024

AbstractAimRecent reports suggest that immediate‐start peritoneal dialysis (ISPD) initiated immediately after catheter insertion demonstrates better long‐term outcomes. However, the survival rate of ISPD versus haemodialysis (HD) remains uncertain. This study aimed to compare survival rates between ISPD and HD using a matched‐pair cohort.MethodsWe retrospectively reviewed the medical records of 911 patients with end‐stage kidney disease (ESKD) who received HD or peritoneal dialysis at our centre between August 2005 and September 2023. After 1:1 propensity score matching between ISPD and HD patients, we calculated survival rates using Kaplan–Meier analysis and identified the influencing factors with multivariate Cox regression.ResultsIn this cohort of 911 patients, ISPD and HD groups included 162 and 676 patients respectively. After 1:1 propensity matching 140 patients on ISPD were matched with 140 patients on HD. The 1‐, 2‐, 3‐, 4‐, and 5‐year survival rates were 98.5%, 93.6%, 92.5%, 91.1%, and 91.1% for ISPD, and 96.3%, 93.0%, 90.4%, 87.2%, and 83.3% for HD groups (log‐rank p = 0.17). The survival rates were comparable between the groups. However, in the non‐diabetic population, patients on ISPD showed significantly higher survival rates than those on HD (log‐rank p = .03). Diabetes was an independent risk factor for mortality in the ISPD group according to multivariate Cox regression.ConclusionLong‐term survival rates were comparable between ISPD and HD groups. The survival benefit was more pronounced in the non‐diabetic population. These results suggest that ISPD may be a better renal replacement therapy option than HD, particularly for the non‐diabetic ESKD population in terms of patient survival.image
Learning Curve of Uniportal Compared With Biportal Endoscopic Techniques for the Treatment of Lumbar Disc Herniation
Authors: Liu Yuquan , Li Xiang , Tan Haining , Hao Xinyi , Zhu Bin , Yang Yong , Yu Lingjia 
Published: December 2024

ABSTRACTObjectivesCurrently, unilateral biportal endoscopic (UBE) and uniportal full‐endoscopic (UFE) techniques for the treatment of lumbar disc herniation (LDH) are gaining popularity. However, studies investigating the number of surgeries needed for surgeons to achieve proficiency in these procedures are lacking. This study aims to compare the early learning curve for UBE and UFE when treating LDH.MethodsThe learning curve for two fellowship‐trained surgeons at our institution was retrospectively assessed for 160 consecutive patients (UFE: n = 100, UBE: n = 60) who underwent procedures between September 2020 and May 2023. Surgeon 1 first learned UBE, followed by UFE (S1BF), while Surgeon 2 first learned UFE and then UBE (S2FB). Operation time was evaluated as the primary outcome for determining the learning curve using cumulative sum (CUSUM) analysis. Secondary outcomes assessing endoscopic prowess include surgical outcomes, such as fluoroscopy usage times, postoperative hospital stays, the incidence of complications, and clinical outcomes, including visual analog scale (VAS) scores for back and leg pain, Oswestry disability index (ODI) score and modified MacNab criteria.ResultsThe learning curve analysis identified the cutoff point in UBE at 14 cases and 11 cases for S1BF and S2FB, respectively, and in UFE at 31 cases and 27 cases, respectively. Without UFE or UBE experience, at the last follow‐up, both the VAS back and leg pain in UFE were significantly higher than that in UBE (p < 0.05). Furthermore, the incidence of complications of UFE was also higher than that of UBE (29.0% vs. 7.1%). When surgeons have previous UFE or UBE experience, there was no significant difference in the clinical outcomes between UFE and UBE, and the complication rates were also similar (p > 0.05). After gaining UBE experience, the UFE performed by S1BF showed significantly better outcomes in fluoroscopy usage times (p = 0.024), surgical complications (p = 0.036), last follow‐up VAS back pain (p = 0.003), and leg pain (p < 0.001) compared to S2FB. However, after gaining UFE experience, the S2FB only showed significant improvement in operation time (p = 0.041) during the process of learning UBE compared to S1BF.ConclusionsRegardless of whether UBE or UFE is learned first, both techniques can significantly shorten the learning curve for the other technique. We recommend prioritizing the learning of UBE. Compared with UBE, the learning curve for UFE was significantly steeper and longer with higher incidence of complications in the early stage.
(Non‐)existence of Cannon–Thurston maps for Morse boundaries
Authors: Charney Ruth , Cordes Matthew , Goldsborough Antoine , Sisto Alessandro , Zbinden Stefanie 
Published: December 2024

AbstractWe show that the Morse boundary exhibits interesting examples of both the existence and non‐existence of Cannon–Thurston maps for normal subgroups, in contrast with the hyperbolic case.
Chow rings of matroids as permutation representations
Authors: Angarone Robert , Nathanson Anastasia , Reiner Victor 
Published: December 2024

AbstractGiven a matroid with a symmetry group, we study the induced group action on the Chow ring of the matroid with respect to symmetric building sets. This turns out to always be a permutation action. Work of Adiprasito, Huh and Katz showed that the Chow ring satisfies Poincaré duality and the Hard Lefschetz theorem. We lift these to statements about this permutation action, and suggest further conjectures in this vein.
Erbium‐YAG Laser Treatment for Recalcitrant Warts: A Retrospective Analysis
Authors: Jiryis Badea , Avitan-Hersh Emily , Khamaysi Ziad 
Published: December 2024

Background: Viral warts are the result of keratinocyte infection caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV), usually represent as benign growths of epithelial tissue. Those afflicted often experience a notable decline in their quality of life due to these lesions, which can also lead to functional issues and physical discomfort. Laser technology has introduced novel approaches in treating viral warts, especially ablative lasers such as CO2 and Erbium‐YAG (Er:YAG) lasers. Er:YAG laser gained recognition as a safe and effective method for addressing viral warts. Nevertheless, different recurrence rates have been reported in medical literature following treatment using Er:YAG laser, ranging from 24% to 71%. This study aimed to evaluate the recurrence rate and the risk factors that might affect it following successful treatment of warts using an Er:YAG laser.Methods: A retrospective chart review analysis of all 245 patients who underwent an Er:YAG laser wart removal between January 2019 and July 2023 was conducted. The main outcomes measures were response rate and number of sessions required to get complete clearance.Results: There was an overall complete resolution rate of 71.6% at 12 months follow‐up. Four parameters were found to affect the response rate: the number of sessions until complete response, duration of the wart present before the laser treatment, smoking, and periungual wart location.Conclusion: Er:YAG laser is an effective method for treating recalcitrant warts, and different risk factors were proven to effect its efficacy.
Le marquage de l’objet dans les propositions complétives sous négation : le cas des langues fenniques
Authors: Miestamo Matti , Shagal Ksenia , Silvennoinen Olli O. , Yurayong Chingduang 
Published: December 2024

Abstract
In Finnic languages, transitive verbs have two types of object, indicated by case: total and partitive. In negative clauses, the distinction between total and partitive objects is neutralized, and all objects take the partitive case. When a negative clause contains a positive complement clause, the object of the complement clause may be in the partitive even when it would otherwise be total. In this study, we examine the phenomenon in such complement clauses and test the hypothesis that case marking in complement clauses under negation reflects structural integration between the main clause and the complement clause: the more tightly the clauses are integrated, the more likely are objects to be partitive, when the main clause is negative. This hypothesis is tested with corpus data from six Finnic languages: Livonian, Estonian, Votic, Finnish, Karelian and Veps. The results of our study offer support to the hypothesis and suggest that object marking can reflect structural integration between the main clause and the complement in Finnic languages.
On Finnic possessive suffixes and possessive reflexives with a special focus on Veps and Lud languages
Authors: Kok Maria 
Published: December 2024

Abstract
This article examines the usage patterns and declining process of possessive suffixes in Finnic languages. Possessive suffixes are pronoun originated grammatical markers that have cognates in all branches of Uralic language. Alongside their main function as adnominal possessive markers, they are known to have a range of other meanings and functions, such as emphasizing the referent of a personal pronoun. The role of possessive suffixes has also been significant in the development of reflexive and possessive-reflexive pronominal constructions. Even in languages where no longer in use, possessive suffixes have left their mark on these constructions.
In Finnic languages, the use of possessive suffixes has either ceased or it is on decline, though the details of the declining process display variation across the languages. Several stages of decline can be observed, and they are accessed by comparing the same or similar text material, as well as grammatical descriptions of Finnic languages.
Assessing the memory walk method in fieldwork in Tver Karelia
Authors: Tavi Susanna 
Published: December 2024

Abstract
This paper presents a data collection method that has been utilized in fieldwork in Tver Karelia in the Tver Oblast of the Russian Federation. The memory walk method derives from cultural research concerning sensory memory. I have applied it to collect data on bilingual resources in the Karelian lexicon in the environmental context of Karelian villages. The research data contain nine memory walk interviews conducted in 2018. The method is evaluated using keyword analysis to assess the similarities and differences in the received lexical data. In the analyses, each of the interviews (target corpus) was compared with the remaining eight interviews (reference corpus) resulting in a list of keywords that either occur more often or more rarely in the target corpus than the reference corpus. As a result, only a few content words emerged in the analyses. Differences occurred in the use of particles, which are typical to speech data. The differences in the use of particles can be explained by bilingual resources: some speakers tended to use more Karelian and some more Russian words. In conclusion, the method seems to result in fairly consistent data despite the spontaneous nature of speech.
Expression of reason and purpose via reported discourse in Finno-Ugric
Authors: Teptiuk Denys 
Published: December 2024

Abstract
This paper investigates the causal meanings arising from reported discourse in non-standard written online communications among six Uralic languages: Erzya, Estonian, Finnish, Hungarian, Komi, and Udmurt. Unlike previous studies focusing on non-locutionary functions of quotative markers, this study scrutinizes cases in which reported discourse preserves its locutionary function of presenting speech or thought but discursively conveys the additional meaning of reason or purpose.
The results show that additional causal meanings are found across all languages of the sample in the contexts in which non-clausal quotative markers introduce reported discourse. The meaning of reason and purpose can be overtly marked by causal markers like reason and purpose conjunctions or implied in the context. On both occasions, a discourse unit presenting reason or purpose almost exclusively follows a discourse unit to which the reported justification is presented. Quotative particles among these Uralic languages show a preference for reported discourse conveying reason, except for the Permic self-quotative particles, which are attracted more to reported speech and thought conveying purpose.
Tonologie du minyanka de Pénesso
Authors: Coulibaly Sékou 
Published: December 2024

Abstract
The Senufo languages, including Minyanka, are generally considered as having three tones: high, mid and low. This article points out that the Minyanka dialect spoken in Penesso has only two tones. It goes through the different tone rules attested in this dialect. In the conclusion, it shows up that this Minyanka dialect is not the only Senufo language which has only two tones.
Assessment of the Expression Levels of USP27X and DDX3X genes in Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE) Patients
Authors: Ghotloo Somayeh , Zamani Batol , Osatadian Amir-Reza , Marzhoseyni Zeynab 
Published: December 2024

Introduction: Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) is a chronic inflammatory autoimmune disease influencing numerus tissues in body. Ubiquitin carboxyl-terminal hydrolase 27 (USP27X) is a deubiquitinating enzyme involved in the type I interferons (IFNs) generation, apoptosis and production of proinflammatory mediators. DEAD-box helicase 3 X-linked (DDX3X) is a ribonucleic acid (RNA) helicases and contributes to the generation of type I IFNs, and proinflammatory mediators. Considering the involvement of IFN type I, apoptotic cell death and proinflammatory mediators in the pathogenesis of SLE, the expression levels of USP27X and DDX3X genes were assessed in SLE patients. Methods: Two groups, including SLE patients and healthy subjects, were included in the study and the expression levels of USP27X and DDX3X genes in their peripheral blood mononuclear cells (PBMC) were quantified by the real-time polymerase chain reaction (PCR). Results: The results demonstrated the expression level of DDX3X gene was 5.9-fold higher in the SLE patients compared to the healthy subjects ( P < .01). No significant difference in the expression level of USP27X gene was detected between both groups ( P > .05). Conclusion: A significant elevation in the level of DDX3X gene in SLE patients prepossess the potential involvement of DDX3X in SLE pathogenesis possibly through the induction of proinflammatory mediators. In spite of the potential involvement of USP27X in SLE through the induction of type 1 IFNs, and apoptotic cell death, our finding did not provide evidence in the contribution of USP27X in SLE pathogenesis.
Bilateral Acute Parotitis Post-caesarean Delivery Under Spinal Anaesthesia: A Case Report
Authors: Thirumagal K. , Ranjith Palaniappan , Jerome J. Terrence Jose 
Published: December 2024

Background: Bilateral acute parotitis is commonly associated with conditions like mumps and inflammation. However, its occurrence immediately after caesarean delivery under spinal anesthesia is extremely rare. Case report: A 34-year-old primigravida with no significant past medical history developed sudden, painless bilateral parotid gland swelling following a caesarean section performed under spinal anesthesia. She was successfully treated with hydration, steroids, and antihistamines, resulting in complete resolution of symptoms within 24 hours without any complications. Conclusion: This case highlights an unusual presentation of bilateral acute parotitis following caesarean section. Although rare, it should be considered a potential complication. Prompt medical management with hydration, steroids, and antihistamines can lead to rapid recovery.
Imaging of electric-field-induced domain structure in DyMnO$$_{3}$$ nanocrystals
Authors: Najeeb Mansoor A. , Morrison Robbie , Mokhtar Ahmed H. , Porter Daniel G. , Lichtenberg Frank , Bombardi Alessandro , Newton Marcus C. 
Published: December 2024

AbstractMultiferroic materials that exhibit interacting and coexisting properties, like ferroelectricity and ferromagnetism, possess significant potential in the development of novel technologies that can be controlled through the application of external fields. They also exhibit varying regions of polarity, known as domains, with the interfaces that separate the domains referred to as domain walls. In this study, using three-dimensional (3D) bragg coherent diffractive imaging (BCDI), we investigate the dynamics of multiferroic domain walls in a single hexagonal dysprosium manganite (h-DyMnO$$_3$$

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) nanocrystal under varying applied electric field. Our analysis reveals that domain wall motion is influenced by the pinning effects, and a threshold voltage of +3 V is required to overcome them. Using circular mean analysis and phase gradient mapping, we identified localised phase realignment and high-gradient regions corresponding to domain walls, providing insights into the behaviour of multiferroic systems under external stimuli.
Extraction of chontaduro oil (Bactris gasipaes) for the synthesis of isopropyl esters through transesterification reactions assisted by ultrasound using green solvents
Authors: Arteaga Danny , Ramírez Angie Nathalia , Acevedo Carlos , Franco Jaime Martin , Benítez Ricardo Benítez 
Published: December 2024

AbstractAn experimental design study, using the Box-Behnken method with response surface methodologies (RSM), was conducted to evaluate the extraction process of chontaduro pulp (Bactris gasipaes) oil and its potential application in obtaining isopropyl esters through a transesterification process. The extraction of chontaduro oil and the transesterification reactions of the fatty esters were assisted by ultrasound techniques using n-hexane and isopropanol as environmentally friendly solvents. During the extraction process, the parameters evaluated were the sample to solvent ratio (w/w), power amplitude (%), and ultrasound pulse times (s). For the transesterification process, the parameters evaluated were ultrasound amplitude, ultrasound pulse time, and the amount of isopropanol (mol). The optimal conditions for the extraction process were found to be a sample to n-hexane ratio of 1:10 (w/w) and an ultrasound amplitude of 30%, with the pulse time not significantly affecting the oil yield of 15.02% achieved in a total time of 30 min. The predominant fatty acids in chontaduro oil were C18:1 cis oleic acid (54.31%) and C16:0 palmitic acid (20.40%). To synthesize isopropyl esters, we found that the ideal conditions are an ultrasound amplitude of 50%, an ultrasound pulse time of 20 s, and 0.4 moles of isopropanol. These conditions resulted in complete conversion within 45 min. The use of ultrasound radiation proved to be an alternative method to conventional techniques, reducing extraction and transesterification times, minimizing energy consumption, and increasing percentage yield. This contributes to green chemistry and the production of value-added products, potentially useful in the cosmetics industry.
AI ethics as a complex and multifaceted challenge: decoding educators’ AI ethics alignment through the lens of activity theory
Authors: Kamali Jaber , Alpat Muhammet Furkan , Bozkurt Aras 
Published: December 2024

AbstractThis study explores university educators’ perspectives on their alignment with artificial intelligence (AI) ethics, considering activity theory (AT), which forms the theoretical underpinning of this study. To do so, 37 educators from a higher education institution were selected to write their metaphors about AI ethics alignment, out of which 11 attended semi-structured interviews, in which they answered some questions about their AI ethics alignment and narrated some experiences. The study reveals diverse and often contradictory perspectives on AI ethics, highlighting a general lack of awareness and inconsistent application of ethical principles. Some educators metaphorised AI ethics as fundamental but difficult to understand, while others pointed to the difficulties of regulating ethical violations. The findings highlight the need for targeted professional development on AI ethics, collaborative policy making and a multidisciplinary approach to promote ethical use of AI in higher education. This study also calls for stronger alignment between educators’ personal ethical standards and institutional norms to reduce AI-related risks in educational settings.