bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
DEVILS: a tool for the visualization of large datasets with a high dynamic range
Authors: Guiet Romain , Burri Olivier , Chiaruttini Nicolas , Hagens Olivier , Seitz Arne 
Published: March 2021

The number of grey values that can be displayed on monitors and be processed by the human eye is smaller than the dynamic range of image-based sensors. This makes the visualization of such data a challenge, especially with specimens where small dim structures are equally important as large bright ones, or whenever variations in intensity, such as non-homogeneous staining efficiencies or light depth penetration, becomes an issue. While simple intensity display mappings are easily possible, these fail to provide a one-shot observation that can display objects of varying intensities. In order to facilitate the visualization-based analysis of large volumetric datasets, we developed an easy-to-use ImageJ plugin enabling the compressed display of features within several magnitudes of intensities. The Display Enhancement for Visual Inspection of Large Stacks plugin (DEVILS) homogenizes the intensities by using a combination of local and global pixel operations to allow for high and low intensities to be visible simultaneously to the human eye. The plugin is based on a single, intuitively understandable parameter, features a preview mode, and uses parallelization to process multiple image planes. As output, the plugin is capable of producing a BigDataViewer-compatible dataset for fast visualization. We demonstrate the utility of the plugin for large volumetric image data.
Conversion of natural forests to farmlands and its associated woody species diversity and carbon stocks in a span of 33 years (1984 to 2016): in the case of southwestern Ethiopia
Authors: Kefalew Tamiru , Betemariyam Mulugeta , Tolera Motuma 
Published: March 2021

Background:Gura-Ferda forest is one of the Afromontane rainforests in the southwestern region of Ethiopia. However, since 1984, large parts of this forest have become increasingly disturbed and fragmented due to forest conversion into forest farm interface and farmlands. The study was conducted to assess changes of woody species diversity and carbon stock in association with the conversion of natural forest to forest farm interface and farmlands.Methods:Data were collected from natural forest, forest farm interface and farmland which are historically forest lands before 1984. A total of 90 nested plots (20m×20m for natural forest and forest farm interface; 50m*100m for farmland)) were established for inventory of woody species. Three 1m×1m subplots were established to collect litter and soil samples. A total of 180 soil samples were collected. The total carbon stocks were estimated by summing carbon stock in the biomass and soil (0-60 cm depth).Results:Results showed that Shannon-Wiener diversity (H’) in forest farm interface (H’ = 1.57) is relatively lower than that of natural forest (H’ = 3.33) but higher than farmland (H’ = 1.42). The total carbon stocks of natural forest were approximately 1.21 and 2.54 times higher than that of forest farm interface and farmland.Conclusion:Our study revealed that the changes of Natural Forest to Forest Farm Interface and Farmland have effects on the diversity of woody species and carbon stocks.
Reflective practice across speech and language therapy and education: a protocol for an integrative review
Authors: McCluskey Jessica , Gallagher Aoife L. , Murphy Carol-Anne 
Published: March 2021

Effective co-practice is considered a linchpin of inclusive education. Speech and language therapists (SLT), in collaboration with teachers, are amongst the professionals who have a role in ensuring inclusion for students. The challenges of collaboration are well documented, with communication considered a potential antidote. Proposals for how collaborative communication can take place often align with models of reflection. Uncertainty around a shared language for reflection within and across the professions of teaching and SLT may pose a barrier to it occurring. Reflection has long been documented as a strategy used by effective clinicians to improve practice. Hence, teachers and SLTs reflecting together could be considered ‘a port of entry’ for effective collaborative practice. This study aims to synthesise literature and knowledge on the phenomenon of reflective practice across the professions to facilitate collaboration for inclusive education. The method of qualitative evidence synthesis will be an integrative review. A systematic search will be conducted to extract empirical studies, reviews and theoretical papers on the topic of reflection across both professions. An adapted version of the PRISMA reporting guidelines will be used in the development, design and reporting of this review. Four databases will be searched: CINAHL, SCOPUS, Education Source and ERIC. A web-based search will also be conducted to retrieve relevant policy documents. Included literature will be appraised using the M-MAT and an adapted checklist from the Joanna Briggs Institute. Deductive content analysis will endeavour to determine if a shared language exists about reflection, across the professions of teaching and speech and language therapy. Establishing a shared language represents a first step towards the development of a framework for collaborative reflection between teachers and SLTs. This is turn serves to inform future research, policy and practice regarding how speech and language therapist can work collaboratively with teachers in schools.
Electrical and optical characteristics of highly transparent MOVPE-grown AlGaN-based tunnel heterojunction LEDs emitting at 232  nm
Authors: Mehnke Frank , Kuhn Christian , Guttmann Martin , Sulmoni Luca , Montag Verena , Glaab Johannes , Wernicke Tim , Kneissl Michael 
Published: March 2021

We present the growth and electro-optical characteristics of highly transparent AlGaN-based tunnel heterojunction light-emitting diodes (LEDs) emitting at 232 nm entirely grown by metalorganic vapor phase epitaxy (MOVPE). A GaN:Si interlayer was embedded into a highly Mg- and Si-doped

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tunnel junction to enable polarization field enhanced tunneling. The LEDs exhibit an on-wafer integrated emission power of 77 μW at 5 mA, which correlates to an external quantum efficiency (EQE) of 0.29% with 45 μW emitted through the bottom sapphire substrate and 32 μW emitted through the transparent top surface. After depositing a highly reflective aluminum reflector, a maximum emission power of 1.73 mW was achieved at 100 mA under pulsed mode operation with a maximum EQE of 0.35% as collected through the bottom substrate.
Alliances between Israel and Other Nations in Light of the Pentateuch’s Prohibitions in the Greek Bible
Authors: Nawrot Janusz 
Published: March 2021

The conducted exegesis of some particular verses from the Septuagint indicates that two initial covenants made between a representative of the chosen nation with a Gentile party (Abraham and Solomon) did not breach the obligations resulting from the Law of Moses. The theological portrait of Abraham in the Book of Genesis captures an unambiguous evaluation of his conduct in accordance with the Law although the Law itself appeared considerably later when Moses lived. The pact between Solomon and Hiram deserves a similar evaluation. However, the later covenants between the kings of Israel and Judah with Gentile rulers deserve an extremely negative evaluation. Although they did not formally violate the Mosaic prohibitions, they were evaluated as a violation of trust in the Lord as He was the only Partner of the covenant between Himself and the Israelites. Such an interpretation is possible especially in light of Deut 7:6 which accentuates the uniqueness of Israel as a nation chosen by God from among other nations. And because this selection of Israel was done on the foundation of the covenant made on the Mount Sinai, it should be a one-of-a-kind covenant that should not be replaced with another pact signed with a human being, and let alone a Gentile. In all of the cases above, starting from King Asa and ending with Archpriest Jonathan, there was a true violation of the rule whereby the Lord was the only Partner of the covenant with His people. Thus, each of the analyzed treatises met with valid criticism both from a prophet and the inspired author. It is difficult to treat these violations as a major breach of the faith of Israel because of the established diplomatic relations. However, it was the rule of God’s uniqueness as a foundation for any sphere in the life of the chosen people that was violated. It included the political sphere which should not be excluded from the chosen people’s faith.
The New Moon Festival in the Priestly Calendar of the Pentateuch. Exegesis of Fragments from The Book of Leviticus (Lev. 23:23–25) and The Book of Numbers (Num. 28:11–15; 29:1–6)
Authors: Jędrzejczak Andrzej Łukasz 
Published: March 2021

In the present article the author deals with pericopes from the priestly layer in the Pentateuch, which include references concerning the New Moon Festival. In the first point of this article, the author underlines connections of Hebrew words with other Semitics languages in terms of naming this feast. The controversial issue is the translation of Lev. 23:23–25, in which many scholars see not the New Moon Festival, but the New Year Festival. The author sets himself the task, using synchronous methods of work on the biblical text, to present his translation proposal of this disputed fragment. Also, he deals with the problem of the Hebrew expression תְּרוּעָה , which leaves some interpretative freedom as to how to celebrate this festive day. An important point in the presented analysis is an attempt to outline the difficulties associated with placing the examined fragments in one of the layers. However, the author does not intend to solve this issue. In his last point, the author analyzes the fragments mentioned in the title, often juxtaposing them with each other or referring to biblical texts that come from a different layer (Deuteronomist) or extra-biblical testimonies.
Approaching the Bible Through Fables. A Commemoration of the 25th Anniversary of the Publication of The Interpretation of the Bible in the Church
Authors: Dzikiewicz Daniel 
Published: March 2021

Nowadays, Catholic exegetes interpret the Bible using a variety of methods and approaches. The most important of these are mentioned in the document entitled The Interpretation of the Bible in the Church. More than 25 years have passed since this act was published. This article wants to commemorate this event. It proposes an approach to the Bible through fables. The application of the proposed approach undoubtedly enriches the interpretation of the Scriptures. This thesis is demonstrated by the application of two fables motifs: fish and laughter. In fables, fish and laughter quite often mark the beginning of a new stage in the life of a certain protagonist or even become the causative agent of pregnancy, i.e. a new life. Paying attention to these ideas enables a better understanding of those biblical texts that also contain themes of fish and laughter.
Polish Catholic Religious Culture in the Post-Tridentine Era
Authors: Kaczor-Scheitler Katarzyna 
Published: March 2021

This article presents Catholic religious culture in Poland in post-Tridentine era. It takes into account one of the manifestations of change taking place at the time, namely a dynamic development of male and female religious orders. The article shows the connection between the intensification of religious life and the development of ascetic and mystical theology resulting from the general renewal of Catholic theology. The influence of the Jesuits on the spirituality of female orders as well as their role in introducing the practice of methodical mental prayer is highlighted. The impact of Spanish spirituality on Polish religious life after the Council of Trent is also emphasised, with special attention drawn to Saint Ignatius of Loyola and the Jesuits, Saint John of the Cross and the Discalced Carmelites, Saint Theresa of Ávila and her Discalced Carmelite nuns, Louis of Granada with the Dominicans, and Saint Peter of Alcántara, one of the founders of the Franciscan Friars of the Strict Observance. Polish Catholic religious literature of the post-Tridentine era is also reflected upon, including ascetic and mystical writings adopted from Italian and Spanish religious literature.
An evaluation of permanent crops: Evidence from the “Plant the Future” project, Georgia
Authors: Zivzivadze Lasha , Taktakishvili Tengiz , Zviadadze Ekaterine , Machavariani Giorgi 
Published: March 2021

Abstract
Promoting investments in permanent crops is often considered by the government as a powerful measure to support long-term growth in agriculture. The same attitude is prevalent among agricultural policy makers in Georgia and hence, country’s government and the Ministry of Environmental Protection and Agriculture of Georgia initiate and coordinate projects facilitating new investments in permanent crops. The article deals with an evaluation of an impact of “Plant the Future” project in Georgia that provides funds for the potential beneficiaries for planting permanent crops. The structure and scope of the project are discussed in the article, and the relevant data regarding the area planted, financial impact, and beneficiaries for the period from 2015 to 2019 are analysed and the impact projection is made for the period of 2020–2043. Research showed that the target indicators of the project were fully achieved. In addition, there were a high demand from farmers to participate in this project and as a result, the budget spent in 2017–2019 exceeded the planned budget. The project appears to be beneficial in terms of net present values that are positive for all discussed discount rates, meaning that the benefits of the project are greater than costs. The return on investment of the project is around 10%, which is greater than the basic discount rate (8%). Social impact also seems to be high with 1,350 beneficiaries. According to the projection, from 2015 to 2024, around 3,000 beneficiaries will benefit from this project. In the methodology, five evaluation criteria are used, namely, relevance, effectiveness, efficiency, impact, and sustainability. Based on the evaluation, specific recommendations are given.
Heat exposure and workers’ health: a systematic review
Authors: Lee Junhyeong , Lee Yong Ho , Choi Won-Jun , Ham Seunghon , Kang Seong-Kyu , Yoon Jin-Ha , Yoon Min Joo , Kang Mo-Yeol , Lee Wanhyung 
Published: March 2021

Abstract

Objectives
Several studies on the health effects of heat exposure on workers have been reported; however, only few studies have summarized the overall and systematic health effects of heat exposure on workers. This study aims to review the scientific reports on the health status of workers exposed to high temperatures in the workplace.

Methods
We reviewed literature from databases such as PubMed and Google Scholar, using Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA) guidelines to identify studies that address health effects of heat exposure among workers.

Results
In total, 459 articles were identified, and finally, 47 articles were selected. Various health effects of heat exposure on workers have been reported, such as heat-related diseases, deaths, accidents or injuries, effects on the urinary system, reproductive system, and on the psychological system.

Conclusions
Our review suggests that many workers are vulnerable to heat exposure, and this has a health effect on workers.
A SOCIAL ACCOUNTING MATRIX APPROACH TO APPRAISE SECTORS WITH A ZERO DEFICIT PUBLIC BUDGET
Authors: FUENTES SAGUAR Patricia D. , MAINAR CAUSAPÉ Alfredo J. 
Published: March 2021

The aim of this paper is to develop a mixed empirical methodology to identify, in a zeropublic deficit framework, those sectors with the capability for growth of output andemployment, while also considering the environmental implications of the production ofeach sector. Their economic activities are ranked and selected in terms of their output,employment, and emissions multipliers. For an empirical analysis, a Social AccountingMatrix of the Spanish economy for 2008 is used. Among the findings, highlights the factthat consideration of the zero deficit in the public budget significantly alters theimportance of the sectors for economic development, turning out key choosing a criterionfor determining the allocation of public funds. El objetivo de este trabajo es el desarrollo de una metodología empírica mixta paraidentificar, en un marco de déficit público cero, los sectores que tienen la capacidad decrecimiento de la producción y el empleo, teniendo también en cuenta las implicacionesambientales de la producción de cada sector. Las actividades económicas se clasifican yseleccionan en función de sus multiplicadores de producción, empleo, y emisiones. Paraun análisis empírico, se utiliza una Matriz de Contabilidad Social de la economía españolapara 2008. Entre los resultados, destaca el hecho de que la consideración del déficit ceroen el presupuesto público altera significativamente la importancia de los sectores dedesarrollo económico, resultando clave la elección de un criterio para determinar laasignación de los fondos públicos.
EFECTO DE EJERCICIOS FIFA 11+ SOBRE EL BALANCE POSTURAL ESTÁTICO EN FUTBOLISTAS
Authors: Puerta-Mateus K. , Cortés-Reyes E. , Cárdenas-Sandoval R. 
Published: March 2021

Se determinó el efecto de los ejercicios FIFA 11+ sobre el balance postural estático en futbolistas juveniles. Se incluyeron 20 futbolistas juveniles que fueron evaluados usando el test de Romberg con ojos abiertos y cerrados sobre una plataforma de fuerza. Los jugadores fueron divididos aleatoriamente en un grupo control (n=10), quienes continuaron sus sesiones de práctica de fútbol y un grupo intervención (n=10), quienes continuaron sus sesiones de practica de fútbol y a quienes se les realizaron los ejercicios FIFA11+, supervisado, durante de 22 sesiones. En los resultados del estudio no se encontraron cambios estadísticamente significativos en el Centro de Presión Plantar (COP), el p-valor promedio obtenido en dos ejes fue de 0,7869 (p<0.05), evidenciado a partir de las pruebas estadísticas Mann-Withney, Wilcoxon y Kolmogorov Smirnov. La aplicación del programa de prevención de lesiones deportivas 11+ en 22 sesiones no desarrolla mejoras importantes en el balance postural estático.
Thrombosis Risk in Transgender Adolescents Receiving Gender-Affirming Hormone Therapy
Authors: Mullins Eric S. , Geer Rebecca , Metcalf Megan , Piccola Jeanne , Lane Adam , Conard Lee Ann E. , Mullins Tanya L. Kowalczyk 
Published: March 2021

BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES:
Many transgender youth experience gender dysphoria, a risk factor for suicide. Gender-affirming hormone therapy (GAHT) ameliorates this risk but may increase the risk for thrombosis, as seen from studies in adults. The aim with this study was to examine thrombosis and thrombosis risk factors among an exclusively adolescent and young adult transgender population.

METHODS:
This retrospective chart review was conducted at a pediatric hospital-associated transgender health clinic. The primary outcome was incidence of arterial or venous thrombosis during GAHT. Secondary measures included the prevalence of thrombosis risk factors.

RESULTS:
Among 611 participants, 28.8% were transgender women and 68.1% were transgender men. Median age was 17 years at GAHT initiation. Median follow-up time was 554 and 577 days for estrogen and testosterone users, respectively. Individuals starting GAHT had estradiol and testosterone levels titrated to physiologic normal. Multiple thrombotic risk factors were noted among the cohort, including obesity, tobacco use, and personal and family history of thrombosis. Seventeen youth with risk factors for thrombosis were referred for hematologic evaluation. Five individuals were treated with anticoagulation during GAHT: 2 with a previous thrombosis and 3 for thromboprophylaxis. No participant developed thrombosis while on GAHT.

CONCLUSIONS:
In this study, we examined thrombosis and thrombosis risk factors in an exclusively adolescent and young adult population of transgender people receiving GAHT. These data suggest that GAHT in youth, titrated within physiologic range, does not carry a significant risk of thrombosis in the short-term, even with the presence of preexisting thrombosis risk factors.
Mortalidade por COVID-19 no Brasil: uma análise do Registro Civil de óbitos de janeiro de 2020 a fevereiro de 2021
Authors: Sanchez Mauro , Moura Erly , Moreira Juliano , Lima Rodrigo , Barreto Ivana , Pereira Claudia , Santos Leonor 
Published: March 2021

Objetivo: analisar a evolução da mortalidade por COVID-19 no período de janeiro de 2020 a fevereiro de 2021 no Brasil. Métodos. Dados sobre todos os óbitos foram obtidos do Portal da Transparência, alimentado continuamente pelos cartórios civis do país. Foi considerado óbito por COVID-19 quando havia citação de COVID-19, coronavírus ou novo coronavírus como causa de óbito. As taxas de mortalidade por COVID-19 foram padronizadas por sexo e faixa etária, conforme estimativa populacional para 2020. Mortalidade por COVID-19 proporcional foi calculada por faixa etária e região, conforme o sexo. Mortalidade geral proporcional foi calculada por local de falecimento e região, conforme causa do óbito. Resultados. Dos 1.596.130 óbitos registrados, 16% tiveram COVID-19 como causa básica, a taxa de mortalidade no Brasil foi de 119,9 por 100 mil habitantes, chegando a 410,5 em Roraima para o sexo masculino. Altas taxas foram encontradas principalmente na região Norte e as menores na região Nordeste. A maior proporção foi entre 70 e 79 anos de idade. A morte por COVID-19 em domicílio atingiu 3,8% dos óbitos na região Norte e 3,4% no Nordeste. Conclusões. O uso de dados do registro civil é de grande importância para o monitoramento atualizado da mortalidade por COVID-19, demonstrando que o país enfrenta, em 2021, aumento de óbitos e agravamento da pandemia.
Immediate results of spleen-preserving distal subtotal pancreatic resection
Authors: Mirzaev T. S. , Podluzhny D. V. , Izrailov R. E. , Patyutko Yu. I. , Glukhov E. V. , Kotelnikov A. G. 
Published: March 2021

Aim. To assess the possibility of open spleen-preserving distal subtotal pancreatic resection for tumors of the body and tail of the pancreas.Material and methods. A retrospective comparative analysis of the immediate results of the spleen-preserving interventions in 41 patients was carried out. Mainly benign tumors or tumors with a low malignancy potential of the corpus and (or) the tail of the pancreas were detected. Distal subtotal pancreatectomy with splenectomy was performed in 53 patients with pancreatic tumors of different histogenesis with low malignancy potential (control group).Results. The duration of spleen-preserving distal subtotal pancreatectomy was 12 minutes shorter, compared with the distal subtotal pancreatectomy with splenectomy group (p = 0.180). Significantly lower volume of intraoperative blood loss during spleen-preserving procedure was noted – by 460 ml (p = 0.0001). The level of postoperative complications in the spleen-preserving pancreatectomy group was 15 (37%), while in the group of distal subtotal pancreatectomy with splenectomy was 26 (49%) (p = 0.227), respectively. External pancreatic fistula after spleenpreserving pancreatectomy was noted in 13 (32%) patients, in the other group in 21 (40%; p = 0.429). The duration of hospital stay did not statistically significantly differ in the compared groups and amounted to: 18.6 ± 6.9 and 20.3 ± 5.4 days (p = 0.123), respectively.Conclusion. Open spleen-preserving pancreatectomy is a relatively safe type of surgical treatment for patients with benign tumors and tumors with a low potential for malignancy of the body and/or tail of the pancreas. The surgery is shorter in time, accompanied by a lower level of complications, significantly less intraoperative blood loss, compared with a similar procedure involving splenectomy.