bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Huangjinya Black Tea Alleviates Obesity and Insulin Resistance via Modulating Fecal Metabolome in High‐Fat Diet‐Fed Mice
Authors: Xu Jialin , Li Mingxi , Zhang Yi , Chu Suo , Huo Yan , Zhao Jie , Wan Chunpeng 
Published: October 2020

AbstractScope: Huangjinya is a light‐sensitive tea mutant containing low levels of tea polyphenols. Currently, most studies focused on characteristics formation, free amino acid metabolism and phytochemical purification. The biological activity of Huangjinya black tea (HJBT) on metabolic syndrome regarding fecal metabolome modulation is unavailable and is studied herein.Methods and results: High‐fat diet (HFD)‐fed mice are treated with HJBT for 9 weeks, various metabolic biomarkers and fecal metabolites are determined. HJBT reduces adipogenic and lipogenic gene expression, enhances lipolytic gene expression, decreases adipocyte expansion, and prevents the development of obesity. HJBT reduces lipogenic gene expression, increases fatty acid oxidation‐related genes expression, which alleviates liver steatosis. HJBT enhances glucose/insulin tolerance, increases insulin/Akt signaling, attenuates hyperlipidemia and hyperglycemia, prevents the onset of insulin resistance. HJBT modulates bile acid metabolism, promotes secondary/primary bile acid ratio; increases short‐chain fatty acids production, promotes saturated and polyunsaturated fatty acids content; reduces carnitines and phosphocholines, but increases myo‐inositol content; decreases branched‐chain and aromatic amino acids content; increases the metabolite content related to pentose phosphate pathway.Conclusion: This study reported the association between fecal metabolome modulation and metabolism improvement due to HJBT administration, proposes HJBT as a dietary intervention for preventing obesity and metabolic disorders.
Differentially fed dual‐band circularly polarized printed slot antenna with high common‐mode rejection
Authors: Lee Ching‐Her , Huang Jun‐Wei , Hsu Chung‐I G. 
Published: October 2020

AbstractThis letter proposes a newly designed differentially fed dual‐band circularly polarized (CP) printed slot antenna (PSA). The antenna consists of two oppositely fed halberd‐shaped strips and an S‐shaped slot. By configuring the antenna structure in rotationally symmetric fashion, the fields radiated by any two rotationally symmetric parts of the CP PSA will be constructive when excited differentially and destructive when in common‐mode (CM) operation. Thus, good differential‐mode (DM) performance and high CM rejection can be achieved. In particular, in both CP bands the radiation patterns of the proposed antenna are of the same CP sense, and the CP beams are wide and stable. Measurement shows the proposed differentially fed dual‐band CP PSA has a lower (higher) 10‐dB DM impedance band of 2.09 to 2.85 (5.06‐5.89) GHz and a 3‐dB DM axial‐ratio band of 2.32 to 2.59 (5.13‐5.86) GHz, corresponding to a CP fractional bandwidth of 10.9% (13.3%). Besides, in the displayed frequency region of 2‐6 GHz, the CM signals can be effectively suppressed, with the measured CM return loss smaller than 2.96 dB. The conversion of DM input signals into CM reflected signals is even smaller, with the measured DM‐to‐CM conversion less than −32 dB.
Patients' experiences with goal pursuit after discharge from rheumatology rehabilitation: A qualitative study
Authors: Hamnes Bente , Berdal Gunnhild , Bø Ingvild , Kjeken Ingvild 
Published: October 2020

AbstractPurpose/objectiveTo explore rehabilitation goals and experiences with goal striving in patients with rheumatic diseases after rehabilitation discharge.MethodThirty‐three patients with rheumatic diseases participated in goal‐setting conversations with healthcare professionals during a 1‐week rehabilitation programme. After discharge, they received four follow‐up phone calls over a period of 5 months to support individual goal striving and self‐management. A qualitative thematic analysis was conducted of the patients' rehabilitation goals, action plans and their statements about their experiences pursuing their goals at home after discharge.ResultsAnalysis revealed that the experiences were related to five overarching themes: (1) things take time, (2) the importance of changing ways of thinking, (3) the pieces fall into place, (4) own health = own responsibility and (5) events outside of the plan.ConclusionAt discharge, the participants had set between one and five long‐term goals, focussing mainly on having a healthier lifestyle and a better quality of life. The study showed that, to a large extent, the participants employed different self‐management strategies after discharge from rehabilitation. In addition, the findings demonstrated that they experienced certain challenges when pursuing their goals. These challenges were related to health problems and changes in routine, such as holidays. Health professionals should explain to participants who pursue their own rehabilitation goals after discharge that changes in habit require conscious decision‐making, priority setting and time, as well as the importance of having alternative plans for holidays and periods of disease exacerbations.
Fachwissenschaft und Didaktik bilden Lehrkräfte gemeinsam fort
Authors: Telser Viktoria , Pfitzner Arno 
Published: October 2020

AbstractAn der Universität Regensburg arbeiten Wissenschaftler aus anorganischer Chemie und Fachdidaktik zusammen, um Inhalte aus Photo‐ und Elektrochemie für den Chemieunterricht zu erschließen. Dabei geht es um Stoff, der bisher nicht auf dem Lehrplan stand. Versuche wurden entwickelt und Lehrer geschult. Eine Studie im Verlauf des Projekts zeigt: Diese Unterstützung ist hilfreich.
Temperatur mit Licht messen
Authors: Suta Markus , George Janine 
Published: October 2020

AbstractDie Temperatur bestimmt maßgeblich, wie chemische, physikalische und biologische Prozesse verlaufen. Mit nano‐ oder mikrokristallinen Leuchtstoffen lassen sich inzwischen Temperaturen mit Ortsauflösungen im Mikrometerbereich und einer Genauigkeit unter 1 K messen – nötig sind dazu Lichtsignale.
Reifeprüfung für P‐Rückgewinnung
Authors: Ehrensberger Christian 
Published: October 2020

AbstractIn wenigen Jahren verlangt der Gesetzgeber von Anlagenbetreibern, aus Klärschlamm Phosphor zurückzugewinnen – höchste Zeit, ein Verfahren zu wählen. Mehrere Kandidaten treten an, um aus dem sonst oft verbrannten Abfall einen Wertstoff zu machen.
Knappe Kapazitäten
Authors: Donsbach Kai , Opatz Till , Psiorz Manfred 
Published: October 2020

AbstractWenn nicht genügend Medikamente in den Regalen stehen, fehlen nicht etwa nur die Wirkstoffe dafür, sondern auch die Hilfsstoffe und Vorprodukte. Was zu tun ist, damit Unternehmen nicht so stark von weltweit verstreuten Produktionen abhängen.
Salpetersäure zum Rauchen bringen
Authors: Täuscher Eric 
Published: October 2020

AbstractRauchende Salpetersäure ist im Handel nur hochrein zu kaufen und daher teuer – zu teuer für Hochschulpraktika. An der TU Ilmenau synthetisieren die Studierenden die HNO3 nun selbst als Praktikumsversuch und nutzen dafür historische Anleitungen.
Einmischen erwünscht: Ergebnisse der GDCh‐Mitgliederumfrage
Authors: Bräutigam Maximilian , Karger Gerhard 
Published: October 2020

AbstractFast 5000 Mitglieder nutzten die Gelegenheit, sich über die diesjährige Mitgliederumfrage zu Fragen der Positionierung der GDCh in einem vom Wandel geprägten Umfeld Gehör zu verschaffen. Leitbilder, Digitalisierung, Diversität und Image der GDCh standen auf dem Prüfstand.
Health assessment and prognostics based on higher‐order hidden semi‐Markov models
Authors: Liao Ying , Xiang Yisha , Wang Min 
Published: October 2020

AbstractThis paper presents a new and flexible prognostics framework based on a higher‐order hidden semi‐Markov model (HOHSMM) for systems or components with unobservable health states and complex transition dynamics. The HOHSMM extends the basic hidden Markov model (HMM) by allowing the hidden state to depend on its more distant history and assuming generally distributed state duration. An effective Gibbs sampling algorithm is designed for statistical inference of the HOHSMM. We conduct a simulation study to evaluate the performance of the proposed HOHSMM sampler and examine the impacts of the distant‐history dependency. We design a decoding algorithm to estimate the hidden health states using the learned model. Remaining useful life is predicted using a simulation approach given the decoded hidden states. The practical utility of the proposed prognostics framework is demonstrated by a case study on National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) turbofan engines. We further compare the RUL prediction performance between the proposed HOHSMM and a benchmark mixture of Gaussians HMM prognostics method. The results show that the HOHSMM‐based prognostics framework provides good hidden health‐state assessment and RUL estimation for complex systems.
Women Who Are Young, Non-White, and with Lower Socioeconomic Status Report Higher Financial Toxicity up to 1 Year After Breast Cancer Surgery: A Mixed-Effects Regression Analysis
Authors: Politi Mary C. , Yen Renata W. , Elwyn Glyn , O'Malley A. James , Saunders Catherine H. , Schubbe Danielle , Forcino Rachel , Durand Marie-Anne 
Published: October 2020

Abstract

Purpose
We examined self-reported financial toxicity and out-of-pocket expenses among adult women with breast cancer.

Methods
Patients spoke English, Spanish, or Mandarin Chinese, were aged 18+ years, had stage I–IIIA breast cancer, and were eligible for breast-conserving and mastectomy surgery. Participants completed surveys about out-of-pocket costs and financial toxicity at 1 week, 12 weeks, and 1 year postsurgery.

Results
Three hundred ninety-five of 448 eligible patients (88.2%) from the parent trial completed surveys. Excluding those reporting zero costs, crude mean ± SD out-of-pocket costs were $1,512 ± $2,074 at 1 week, $2,609 ± $6,369 at 12 weeks, and $3,308 ± $5,000 at 1 year postsurgery. Controlling for surgery, cancer stage, and demographics with surgeon and clinic as random effects, higher out-of-pocket costs were associated with higher financial toxicity 1 week and 12 weeks postsurgery (p &lt; .001). Lower socioeconomic status (SES) was associated with lower out-of-pocket costs at each time point (p = .002–.013). One week postsurgery, participants with lower SES reported financial toxicity scores 1.02 points higher than participants with higher SES (95% confidence interval [CI], 0.08–1.95). Black and non-White/non-Black participants reported financial toxicity scores 1.91 (95% CI, 0.46–3.37) and 2.55 (95% CI, 1.11–3.99) points higher than White participants. Older (65+ years) participants reported financial toxicity scores 2.58 points lower than younger (&lt;65 years) participants (95% CI, −3.41, −1.74). Younger participants reported significantly higher financial toxicity at each time point.

Discussion
Younger age, non-White race, and lower SES were associated with higher financial toxicity regardless of costs. Out-of-pocket costs increased over time and were positively associated with financial toxicity. Future work should reduce the impact of cancer care costs among vulnerable groups.

Implications for Practice
This study was one of the first to examine out-of-pocket costs and financial toxicity up to 1 year after breast cancer surgery. Younger age, Black race, race other than Black or White, and lower socioeconomic status were associated with higher financial toxicity. Findings highlight the importance of addressing patients’ financial toxicity in several ways, particularly for groups vulnerable to its effects.
Compressive behavior of crump rubber reinforced epoxy composites
Authors: Shahapurkar Kiran 
Published: October 2020

AbstractIn the present investigation, compressive behavior of crump rubber reinforced epoxy composites was studied. Crump rubber/epoxy composites were prepared with 0, 10, 20, and 30 vol% of crump rubber. Open mold casting was adopted for the fabrication of composites. Compressive stress‐strain curves depict brittle failure for neat epoxy samples whereas crump rubber reinforced composites reveal high‐energy absorption. Crump rubber reinforced composites undergo higher strain in comparison with neat epoxy sample. Compression modulus (43%‐61%) and strength values (53%‐55%) were lower than neat epoxy sample. Energy absorption of epoxy matrix reinforced with (10, 20, and 30 vol%) crump rubber particles depict enhancement of 34% to 73% in comparison with neat epoxy sample. Further, densification stress and strain of crump rubber composites also register higher values. Scanning electron micrographs of tested samples were used to study the structure property correlations. Property map reveals crump rubber composites possess moderate compression modulus and high‐energy absorption in comparison with the values extracted from literature.
Microarray analysis in fetuses with duodenal obstruction: It is not just trisomy 21
Authors: Zhang Wenwen , Lei Tingying , Fu Fang , Deng Qiong , Li Ru , Wang Dan , Yang Xin , Li Dongzhi , Liao Can 
Published: October 2020

AbstractObjectiveTo explore the copy number variants (CNVs) in case of fetal duodenal obstruction (DO) and assess the associated prenatal findings and postnatal outcomes.Materials and methodsThis retrospective study reviewed 51 fetuses with DO and the findings of chromosomal microarray analysis (CMA) used as a first‐tier test in our institution between January 2014 and May 2019.ResultsThe frequency of pathogenic aberrations in fetuses with DO was 15.7% (8/51), including 9.8% (5/51) pathogenic CNVs. Three fetuses with isolated DO each had a deletion on chromosome 13q, one fetus had duplication at 1q43q44, and one had microduplication at 17q12. No significant differences in pathogenic CNVs were observed between isolated DO and DO plus additional anomalies (4/42, 9.5% vs 1/9, 11.1%, P = .89). Of the 51 fetuses with DO, 11 pregnancies were terminated, and eight fetuses had chromosomal abnormalities; one pregnancy ended with intrauterine death, and there were 39 live births. Neonatal outcomes were available for 31 fetuses, and no neonatal deaths occurred after surgery.ConclusionsOur cohort study demonstrated the value of CMA in fetuses with DO, suggesting that CNVs may underly genetic etiologies that should be considered in the diagnostic evaluation of DO. We think CMA should be recommended in case of DO.
Mass production and effect of polyurethane/graphene coating on the durability and versatile protection of ultralight nylon fabrics
Authors: Zhang Yue , Li Ting‐Ting , Shiu Bing‐Chiuan , Sun Fei , Ren Hai‐Tao , Zhang Xue‐Fei , Lou Ching‐Wen , Lin Jia‐Horng 
Published: October 2020

AbstractThe demand for textiles equipped with multiple functionalities is high. This work aimed to develop ultralight versatile protective polyurethane/graphene fabrics with excellent water‐protective, antistatic, UV protection and crocking performance using pad knife coating technology. The prepared fabrics were characterized using scanning electron microscopy and Fourier transform infrared and Raman spectroscopies. The effects of graphene and toluene concentrations on the morphological, water‐protective, electrical, UV protection and crocking properties were evaluated. Results showed that fabrics coated with 3 wt% graphene had better antistatic property (298.3 kV/1.23 s), good water repellency (80%), outstanding water resistance (153 kPa), relatively high water contact angle (103.2°) and modest crocking and mechanical performance (grade 3, 15.06/11.86 N). Furthermore, UV protection abilities increased from 35.71 to 2000, up to fivefold higher than those of previously reported graphene‐based coated fabrics. As a polar solvent, toluene exerted a positive effect on the promotion of molar polarization, improving the antistatic property. The facile coating technology is simple, can be used in versatile protective applications and is suitable for large‐scale production. © 2020 Society of Industrial Chemistry
Synthesis and characterization of a wide‐bandgap polymer based on perfluorinated and alkylthiolated benzodithiophene with a deep highest occupied molecular orbital level for organic photovoltaics
Authors: Ham Hyobin , Kim Hee su , Hwang Do‐Hoon , Kang In‐Nam 
Published: October 2020

AbstractA perfluorinated and alkylthiolated benzodithiophene (BDT)‐ttTPD‐based donor polymer (P2FS‐ttTPD) was synthesized via a Stille polymerization, and found to have a number average molecular weight (Mn) of 13,000 g/mol (Đ = 2.3). P2FS‐ttTPD has a wide bandgap (1.96 eV) and a deep highest occupied molecular orbital (HOMO) level (−5.70 eV). The perfluorination and alkylthiolation of the polymer backbone lower the polymer's HOMO level significantly. The hole and electron mobilities of P2FS‐ttTPD were determined to be 1.12 × 10−4 and 9.38 × 10−7 cm2/V s, respectively. Polymer solar cell devices prepared with a P2FS‐ttTPD:IT‐4F (1:1) blend as the active layer were found to exhibit power conversion efficiencies of 4.15%, a short‐circuit current density (JSC) of 10.29 mA/cm2, an open‐circuit voltage (VOC) of 0.97 V, and a fill factor of 41.6%. The (1:1) blend devices were found to exhibit high VOC and low Eloss values.
Mindfulness‐based arts interventions for cancer care: A systematic review of the effects on wellbeing and fatigue
Authors: Rieger Kendra L. , Lobchuk Michelle M. , Duff Miriam A. , Chernomas Wanda M. , Demczuk Lisa , Campbell‐Enns Heather J. , Zaborniak Amie‐Rae , Nweze Sochimaobi , West Christina H. 
Published: October 2020

AbstractObjectiveUpon receiving a cancer diagnosis, life irrevocably changes and complex experiences of emotional distress often occur. There is a growing interest in mindfulness‐based arts interventions (MBAIs) to ameliorate the distress many patients experience. Our review objective was to synthesize the evidence on the effectiveness of MBAIs on psychological wellbeing and fatigue.MethodRelevant quantitative articles were identified through a systematic search of the grey literature and online databases including MEDLINE, CINAHL, Cochrane CENTRAL, Art Full Text, ART bibliographies Modern, PsycINFO, Scopus, and EMBASE. Two independent reviewers screened titles/abstracts against predetermined inclusion criteria, read full‐text articles for eligibility, conducted quality appraisals of included articles, and extracted pertinent data with a standardized data extraction form. The heterogeneity of the included studies precluded a meta‐analysis and a narrative synthesis of study outcomes was conducted.ResultsOur systematic search retrieved 4241 titles/abstracts, and 13 studies met our inclusion criteria (eight randomized controlled trials and five quasi‐experiments). Most of the studies focused on patients with cancer (92.3%). There is a growing interest in MBAIs over time and significant heterogeneity in the types of interventions. A significant effect was found on several outcomes that are important in psychosocial oncology: quality of life, psychological state, spiritual wellbeing, and mindfulness. The effect on fatigue was equivocal.ConclusionsThis novel intervention demonstrates promise for the psychosocial care of patients with cancer. These findings are an essential antecedent to the continued implementation, development, and evaluation of MBAIs in oncology.
Mediating role of body image between sexual functioning and marital intimacy in Pakistani women with breast cancer
Authors: Tahir Khola , Khan Nashi 
Published: October 2020

AbstractObjectiveThe current study aimed to explore the mediating role of body image (dissatisfaction) between sexual functioning (SF) and marital intimacy in Pakistani women with breast cancer.Design/ParticipantsCorrelation research design was used. One hundred and eighteen women suffering from breast cancer with age (M = 39.58, SD = 11.06) were taken from both Government and Private Hospitals of Lahore, Pakistan. The participants were asked to fill out a set of questionnaires including a Demographic Form, Female Sexual Function Index, Body Image Scale, and Marital Intimacy Questionnaire (MIQ).FindingsCorrelation analysis revealed that there was a significant positive relationship between higher SF and positive determinants of marital intimacy (consensus, openness, affection, and commitment). Body image dissatisfaction had a negative relationship with positive determinants of marital intimacy and positive relationship with intimacy problems (dimension of MIQ). SPSS (Process) revealed that SF came out to be a positive predictor of marital intimacy while body image (dissatisfaction) came out to be a negative predictor of positive dimensions of marital intimacy. There was a mediational role of body image (dissatisfaction) between SF and all dimensions of marital Intimacy.ConclusionIt was concluded that women who perceived their bodies positively had better marital intimacy, which lead to a healthy marital life.
Site‐selective atmospheric pressure plasma‐enhanced chemical vapor deposition process for micrometric deposition of plasma‐polymerized methyl methacrylate
Authors: Acharya Kishor , Bulou Simon , Gaulain Thomas , Gérard Mathieu , Choquet Patrick 
Published: October 2020

AbstractAn atmospheric pressure plasma chemical vapor deposition process designed for the site‐selective deposition of organic functional materials with a sub‐millimetric lateral resolution is presented in this study. Injecting methyl methacrylate vapor in plasma post‐discharge allowed to synthesize plasma‐polymerized methyl methacrylate (ppMMA) coatings on metallic, dielectric, and polymer substrates at close to room temperature (40°C). A circular dot, as small as 400 µm in diameter, of ppMMA is deposited and characterized by Fourier‐transform infrared spectroscopy, X‐ray photoelectron spectroscopy, and high‐resolution mass spectrometry. Oligomeric species of poly‐MMA up to n = 18 have been detected, evidencing the particularly “soft” polymerization offered by the presented process.
Health‐related quality of life and developmental outcome of children on home mechanical ventilation in a developing country: A cross‐sectional study
Authors: Tan Lay Teng , Nathan Anna Marie , Jayanath Subhashini , Eg Kah Peng , Thavagnanam Surendran , Lum Lucy Chai See , Gan Chin Seng , de Bruyne Jessie Anne 
Published: October 2020

AbstractBackgroundProvision of home mechanical ventilation (HMV) to children with chronic respiratory insufficiency enhances growth and quality of life. The hypothesis was that health‐related quality of life (HRQoL) and the development of these children were poorer than in healthy children.ObjectivesTo determine the HRQoL and developmental outcome of children on HMV.MethodsThis cross‐sectional study used the TNO‐AZL Preschool children's Quality Of Life (TAPQOL; <5 years old) and Health Utilities Index (HUI) 2/3 (≥5 years old) to assess the quality of life and the Schedule of Growing Skills‐II to assess development. Instruments were used on children currently or previously on HMV (≥3 months) and compared with age and sex‐matched controls.ResultsSixty‐five patients and 130 controls were recruited. Patients' median (interquartile range) age was 3.12 (1.65, 5.81) years. Patients had significantly lower TAPQOL scores in the domains of lung, liveliness, positive mood, social functioning, motor functioning, and communication, and lower HUI 2/3 scores in hearing, sensation, pain, speech, mobility, ambulatory, dexterity, and self‐care domains. The developmental outcome of patients was poorer in all domains. However, patients had fewer behavioral problems. Those with respiratory tract disease and without comorbidities had better HRQoL and developmental scores. Having a parent as the primary caregiver was associated with better speech and language skills.ConclusionsHRQoL and the developmental outcome are lower in children on HMV compared to controls. Children with respiratory tract disease and without comorbidities have a better outcome. Parents play a crucial role in the acquisition of speech.