bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Development of an Auditory Passage Comprehension Task for Swedish Primary School Children of Cultural and Linguistic Diversity
Authors: Carlie Johanna , Sahlén Birgitta , Nirme Jens , Andersson Ketty , Rudner Mary , Johansson Roger , Gulz Agneta , Brännström K. Jonas 
Published: September 2021

Purpose
This study reports on the development of an auditory passage comprehension task for Swedish primary school children of cultural and linguistic diversity. It also reports on their performance on the task in quiet and in noise.

Method
Eighty-eight children aged 7–9 years and showing normal hearing participated. The children were divided into three groups based on presumed language exposure: 13 children were categorized as Swedish-speaking monolinguals, 19 children were categorized as simultaneous bilinguals, and 56 children were categorized as sequential bilinguals. No significant difference in working memory capacity was seen between the three language groups. Two passages and associated multiple-choice questions were developed. During development of the passage comprehension task, steps were taken to reduce the impact of culture-specific prior experience and knowledge on performance. This was achieved by using the story grammar principles, universal topics and plots, and simple language that avoided complex or unusual grammatical structures and words.

Results
The findings indicate no significant difference between the two passages and similar response distributions. Passage comprehension performance was significantly better in quiet than in noise, regardless of language exposure group. The monolinguals outperformed both simultaneous and sequential bilinguals in both listening conditions.

Conclusions
Because the task was designed to minimize the effect of cultural knowledge on auditory passage comprehension, this suggests that compared with monolinguals, both simultaneous and sequential bilinguals have a disadvantage in auditory passage comprehension. As expected, the findings demonstrate that noise has a negative effect on auditory passage comprehension. The magnitude of this effect does not relate to language exposure. The developed auditory passage comprehension task seems suitable for assessing auditory passage comprehension in primary school children of linguistic and cultural diversity.
Toward Developing Outcome Measures in University-Based Aphasia Programs: Perspectives From the Aphasia Communication Enhancement Program
Authors: Devanga Suma R. , Pollens Robin D. , Glista Sandra O. 
Published: September 2021

Purpose
University-based aphasia programs are a vital part of the continuum of care for aphasia. However, research on program outcomes is limited, with inconsistencies in the use of outcome measures. We present a pilot retrospective study of the Aphasia Communication Enhancement (ACE) program at Western Michigan University. This study aimed to examine the types of outcome measures employed in the ACE program that target the core outcome set (COS) and to analyze their outcomes for participants with aphasia and their care partners.

Method
The ACE participants with aphasia were identified by the process of chart review. The selected case files were examined for the type of outcome measures used and analyzed for quantitative outcomes on formal assessments. We also presented examples of communicative participation goals and outcomes by conducting a qualitative analysis of the therapy reports. Additionally, transcripts from a prior focus group discussion involving ACE care partners were used to examine their perceptions of ACE by conducting a thematic analysis.

Results

A systematic chart review of 44 case files led to the selection of three ACE participants for analysis. Their chart review revealed the use of a variety of outcome measures for language, quality of life, and emotional well-being, with documented improvements in language in the three participants. Specific examples describe how the individualized communicative participation goals were strategically targeted and how the corresponding outcomes were documented. The thematic analysis of care partner perceptions revealed five themes, as follows:
ACE serves a needed purpose
,
enjoyment for clients
,
benefits of ACE for clients
,
benefits of ACE for care partners
, and
recommendations for ACE
.

Conclusions
Challenges and strategies for implementing COS outcome measurement and documentation protocols in university-based aphasia programs are discussed. The outcome measurement protocol can support the systematic measurement of meaningful outcomes for participants with aphasia and facilitate the acquisition of competencies for student clinicians in this consensus-based model.
Influences of kieselguhr on temperature rise of composite insulator in high‐humidity environment
Authors: Chen Tian , Xin Jianbo , Li Fan , Li Zhaojing , Zhang Yu , Li Yanglin , Tu Youping 
Published: September 2021

AbstractComposite insulators are widely used in the power transmission system. Operating in the outdoor environment, the composite insulator will be inevitably polluted by natural contamination with the increase of service life, and contamination on the surface is one of the main reasons for the abnormal temperature rise of the insulator. In this study, the rated voltage was applied to the kieselguhr sample under a high‐humidity environment, and its temperature rise characteristics and leakage current were tested. The research results show that the temperature rise in contamination falling‐off region is significant and the leakage current is greater than the clean sample. By analysing the phenomenon with the help of the circuit model, it is concluded that the high resistance and voltage in contamination falling‐off region leads to high heating power of the polarisation loss.
Editorial
Authors: Schwan Uwe , Nebel Roland , Fautz Gerrit 
Published: September 2021

Liebe Leserinnen und Leser,sicherlich hat uns die Corona-Pandemie im letzten Jahr vor enorme Herausforderungen
gestellt und war das dominierende Thema in der Gesundheitspolitik und in der
Behandlungslogistik des Gesundheitswesens. Hierbei hat die Akutmedizin den
größten und schwierigsten Teil zu bewältigen. Allerdings
darf man trotz der hohen Medienpräsenz des SARS-CoV-2-Virus nicht vergessen,
dass die Herzkreislauferkrankungen immer noch den Löwenanteil der
Morbiditäts- und Mortalitätsstatistik bilden.
Bewegung bei Krebs im fortgeschrittenen Stadium: Was sind die Motive der
Betroffenen und welche Hindernisse gibt es?
Authors: Köppel Maximilian 
Published: September 2021

OriginalpublikationFrikkel J, Götte M, Beckmann M, et al. Fatigue, barriers to physical
activity and predictors for motivation to exercise in advanced Cancer patients.
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Scalable Total Synthesis of Piceatannol-3′-O-β-d-glucopyranoside and the 4′-Methoxy Congener Thereof: An Early Stage Glycosylation Strategy
Authors: Li Jianfeng , Zhang Rong-Ping , Wang Xiaoting , Chen Lei 
Published: September 2021

AbstractScalable syntheses of piceatannol-3′-O-β-d-glucopyranoside and the 4′-methoxy congener thereof were achieved. This route features an early implemented Fischer-like glycosylation reaction, a regioselective iodination of phenolic glycoside under strongly acidic conditions, a highly telescoped route to access the styrene derivative, and a key Mizoroki–Heck reaction to render the desired coupled products in high overall yield.
Osteopetrosis in a Domestic Shorthair Cat
Authors: Beishuizen Rick , Caliskan Nermin , Gröne Andrea , Boroffka Susanne A.E.B. , Tryfonidou Marianna A. , Meij Björn P. 
Published: September 2021

AbstractThe purpose of this case report was to describe a cat with generalized bone dysplasia, resembling osteopetrosis and Albers-Schönberg disease in humans. A 1-year-3-month-old, intact male, domestic shorthair cat had a 9-month history of multiple bone fractures without known trauma. Most fractures were treated conservatively and two by osteosynthesis. Bone healing occurred but recurring fractures eventually led to euthanasia. Radiographs, computed tomographic imaging, postmortem analysis and histopathologic examination revealed a generalized increase in bone density and mass with preservation of bone shape, obliteration of the bone marrow cavity and persistence of cartilage and primary trabeculae. Abuse and secondary bone diseases were excluded. History, diagnostic bloodwork, radiographs, computed tomographic imaging and histopathologic examination supported the diagnosis of inherited osteopetrosis and strongly resembled Albers-Schönberg disease in humans. The presence of osteoclasts suggested that the underlying pathology might be found in osteoclast dysfunction, deficient number of osteoclasts, inadequate recruitment of osteoclasts, or other micro environmental changes. In (young) cats that are presented with recurring fractures and the possible suspicion of abuse, inherited osteopetrosis should be considered as a differential diagnosis.
Predictive Ability of the New Bronchopulmonary Dysplasia Definition on Pulmonary Outcomes at 20 to 24 Months' Corrected Age of Preterm Infants
Authors: Saengrat Pichada , Limrungsikul Anchalee 
Published: September 2021

Objective This study aimed to determine the predictive abilities of the National Institute of Child Health and Human Development (NICHD) 2018 definition of bronchopulmonary dysplasia (BPD) on mortality and pulmonary outcomes of preterm infants at 20 to 24 months' corrected age and compare them with the National Institutes of Health (NIH) 2001 definition.
Study Design A retrospective cohort study was conducted in a level III neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) in Bangkok, Thailand. Data from 502 infants less than 32 weeks of gestation born between 2011 and 2017 were reviewed. Follow-up data were available in 460 infants (91.6%). BPD severity was graded according to the NICHD 2018 and the NIH 2001 definitions. Infants' mortality and pulmonary outcomes were compared between these two definitions.
Results The prevalence of BPD by the NIH 2001 and NICHD 2018 definition were 52.4 and 23.9%, respectively. Using the NIH 2001 definition, the severity of BPD could not be classified in 4.2% of the infants. Progressive severity of BPD by the NICHD 2018 definition was associated with higher incidence of pulmonary morbidities. By using area under the curve (AUC), the accuracy of NICHD 2018 definition in predicting death due to respiratory diseases and home oxygen therapy were significantly higher than those using NIH 2001 definition (0.884 vs. 0.740 [p <0.001] and 0.893 vs. 0.746 [p <0.001], respectively).
Conclusion The NICHD 2018 definition of BPD categorized fewer preterm infants with BPD in our cohort of preterm infants. This current definition has better predictive ability on mortality and pulmonary morbidities than the NIH 2001 definition.
Key Points
Spontaneous Isolated Iliopsoas Tendon Tear in Elderly—Case Report and Review of Literature
Authors: Rajakulasingam Ramanan , Azzopardi Christine , Dutton Peter , Beale David , Botchu Rajesh 
Published: September 2021

AbstractIliopsoas tendon tears are rare. These typically occur in young and can be associated with avulsion fractures of lesser trochanter. We report a case of full thickness rupture of iliopsoas tendon in 87-year-old male without avulsion of the lesser trochanter.
Designing high-performance superconductors with nanoparticle inclusions: Comparisons to strong pinning theory
Authors: Jones Sarah C. , Miura Masashi , Yoshida Ryuji , Kato Takeharu , Civale Leonardo , Willa Roland , Eley Serena 
Published: September 2021

One of the most promising routes for achieving high critical currents in superconductors is to incorporate dispersed, non-superconducting nanoparticles to control the dissipative motion of vortices. However, these inclusions reduce the overall superconducting volume and can strain the interlaying superconducting matrix, which can detrimentally reduce Tc. Consequently, an optimal balance must be achieved between the nanoparticle density np and size d. Determining this balance requires garnering a better understanding of vortex–nanoparticle interactions, described by strong pinning theory. Here, we map the dependence of the critical current on nanoparticle size and density in (Y0.77, Gd0.23)Ba2Cu3O7−δ films in magnetic fields of up to 35 T and compare the trends to recent results from time-dependent Ginzburg–Landau simulations. We identify consistency between the field-dependent critical current Jc(B) and expectations from strong pinning theory. Specifically, we find that Jc ∝ B−α, where α decreases from 0.66 to 0.2 with increasing density of nanoparticles and increases roughly linearly with nanoparticle size d/ξ (normalized to the coherence length). At high fields, the critical current decays faster (∼B−1), suggesting that each nanoparticle has captured a vortex. When nanoparticles capture more than one vortex, a small, high-field peak is expected in Jc(B). Due to a spread in defect sizes, this novel peak effect remains unresolved here. Finally, we reveal that the dependence of the vortex creep rate S on nanoparticle size and density roughly mirrors that of α, and we compare our results to low-T nonlinearities in S(T) that are predicted by strong pinning theory.
Two-dimensional fractal nanocrystals templating for substantial performance enhancement of polyamide nanofiltration membrane
Authors: Lu Yang , Wang Ruoyu , Zhu Yuzhang , Wang Zhenyi , Fang Wangxi , Lin Shihong , Jin Jian 
Published: September 2021

Significance
Fractal structures and phenomena have existed in nature for hundreds of millions of years. Developing their practical applications in material design is of fundamental importance, but this goal has not yet been reached. In this work, NaCl crystals with a fractal structure are formed between the polyamide active layer and the support during an interfacial polymerization process. The branching of fractal NaCl nanocrystals creates numerous tiny interworking water channels that enable water transport, maximizing the effective permeating area of the polyamide nanofiltration (NF) membrane. The fractal NaCl nanocrystals–templated polyamide NF membrane exhibits an improved desalination performance with a three to four times increase in permeance. Applying fractal structure successfully to the design of artificial materials improves performance.
Dislocation and indium droplet related emission inhomogeneities in InGaN LEDs
Authors: van Deurzen Len , Gómez Ruiz Mikel , Lee Kevin , Turski Henryk , Bharadwaj Shyam , Page Ryan , Protasenko Vladimir , Xing Huili (Grace) , Lähnemann Jonas , Jena Debdeep 
Published: September 2021

Abstract
This report classifies emission inhomogeneities that manifest in InGaN quantum well blue light-emitting diodes grown by plasma-assisted molecular beam epitaxy on free-standing GaN substrates. By a combination of spatially resolved electroluminescence and cathodoluminescence measurements, atomic force microscopy, scanning electron microscopy and hot wet potassium hydroxide etching, the identified inhomogeneities are found to fall in four categories. Labeled here as type I through IV, they are distinguishable by their size, density, energy, intensity, radiative and electronic characteristics and chemical etch pits which correlates them with dislocations. Type I exhibits a blueshift of about 120 meV for the InGaN quantum well emission attributed to a perturbation of the active region, which is related to indium droplets that form on the surface in the metal-rich InGaN growth condition. Specifically, we attribute the blueshift to a decreased growth rate of and indium incorporation in the InGaN quantum wells underneath the droplet which is postulated to be the result of reduced incorporated N species due to increased N2 formation. The location of droplets are correlated with mixed type dislocations for type I defects. Types II through IV are due to screw dislocations, edge dislocations, and dislocation bunching, respectively, and form dark spots due to leakage current and nonradiative recombination.
A new methodology for inferring surface ozone from multispectral satellite measurements
Authors: Colombi Nadia , Miyazaki Kazuyuki , Bowman Kevin W , Neu Jessica L , Jacob Daniel J 
Published: September 2021

Abstract
Over the past two decades, satellite instruments have provided unprecedented information on global air quality, and yet the remote sensing of surface ozone remains elusive. Here we propose a new method to infer spatial variability in surface ozone by combining multispectral ozone retrievals using radiances from the tropospheric emission spectrometer thermal infrared instrument and the ozone monitoring instrument ultratraviolet/visible instrument with a chemical reanalysis. We find that our inferred surface ozone in summertime China and the United States has regional biases of less than 4 ppb and a high spatial correlation when validated against independent surface measurements. Over the broader Asia region, our analysis results in a spatial pattern of summertime surface ozone that can largely be explained by a combination of the Asian monsoon circulation and

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emissions. Our results show the potential of combining satellite measurements and chemical reanalyses to provide critical air quality information in regions of limited surface networks, thereby enhancing the global air quality observing system.
Hydroclimatic change challenges the EU planned transition to a carbon neutral electricity system
Authors: Carlino Angelo , De Vita Alessia , Giuliani Matteo , Zamberletti Patrizia , Capros Pantelis , Recanati Francesca , Kannavou Maria , Castelletti Andrea 
Published: September 2021

Abstract
EU Member States are progressively decarbonizing their electricity systems by replacing fossil fuels with renewable sources to achieve rapid greenhouse gases emissions reductions. While the planned decarbonized system will be more resilient to hydroclimatic change than existing water-dependent portfolios, water availability and temperature are still influential factors during this transition to a carbon neutral electricity system, with potential negative impacts on the economy and the environment. Here, we conduct a model-based analysis to assess the impacts of hydroclimatic change on EU decarbonization strategies in two regions, the Iberian Peninsula (IP) and the Danube river basin, characterized by a high share of water-dependent energy sources and expected to be highly affected by climate change. We find that, under the reference electricity system scenario for 2040 aligned with the EU climate and energy strategies, generation from fossil fuels increases, in particular from combined cycle gas turbine plants, to balance the reduction of hydro generation consistently observed in the hydroclimatic scenarios examined. This reduction, in conjunction with increased thermal plants shutdown events due to high water temperature especially in the IP, produces load cuts undermining the reliability of the electricity system. Moreover, increased fossil fuel use results in higher generation costs and carbon intensity, jeopardizing emissions reduction targets and ultimately slowing down the decarbonization process.
Retrieving gap-free daily root zone soil moisture using surface flux equilibrium theory
Authors: Raghav Pushpendra , Kumar Mukesh 
Published: September 2021

Abstract
Root zone soil moisture (RZSM) is a dominant control on crop productivity, land-atmosphere feedbacks, and the hydrologic response of watersheds. Despite its importance, obtaining gap-free daily moisture data remains challenging. For example, remote sensing-based soil moisture products often have gaps arising from limits posed by the presence of clouds and satellite revisit period. Here, we retrieve a proxy of daily RZSM using the actual evapotranspiration (ETa) estimates from Surface Flux Equilibrium Theory (SFET). Our method is calibration-less, parsimonious, and only needs widely available meteorological data and standard land-surface parameters. Evaluation of the retrievals at Oklahoma Mesonet sites shows that our method, overall, matches or outperforms widely available RZSM estimates from three markedly different approaches, viz. remote sensing data based Atmosphere-Land EXchange Inversion (ALEXI) model, the Variable Infiltration Capacity (VIC) model, and the Soil Moisture Active Passive (SMAP) mission RZSM data product. When compared with in-situ observations, unbiased root mean square difference of retrieved RZSM were 0.03 (m3 m−3), 0.06 (m3 m−3), and 0.05 (m3 m−3) for our method, the ALEXI model, and the VIC model, respectively. Better performance of our method is attributed to the use of both SFET for the estimation of ETa and non-parametric kernel-based method used to relate the RZSM with ETa. RZSM from our method may serve as a more accurate and temporally-complete alternative for a variety of applications including mapping of agricultural droughts, assimilation of RZSM for hydrometeorological forecasting, and design of optimal irrigation schedules.
Impacts of dams on surrounding groundwater levels
Authors: Sulistiyono H , Agustawijaya D S , Wardani B W R 
Published: September 2021

Abstract
The increasing number of dams built to address surface water problems has attracted the awareness of engineers about the impact of water in dams on surrounding groundwater levels. Some of the benefits of a dam include reducing peak flooding and storing excess water during the rainy season for use in the dry season. However, it is necessary to be aware that an increase in surface water in one place can have a negative impact on the surrounding environment. This paper describes the relationship between the water level in the dam and changes in the surrounding groundwater level. This study did not discuss the type of soil layer. The analysis was carried out by observing the level of the surrounding wells. Following Darcy’s law of homogeneous isotropic steady-state flow, as well as the principle of the double-well pumping test, the well water level is used as a groundwater representation level. This research was conducted in the sub-districts around the Pandan Duri Dam. The results showed that water levels inside the dam had a significant impact on the surrounding groundwater levels. This is evidenced in this research that water levels of wells in Sakra District significantly changes following the change in water levels inside the Pandan Duri Dam.
Malay heritage: rehabilitation of Uma Kabuong Limo house
Authors: Muhd M A A , Indra K 
Published: September 2021

Abstract
Uma Kabuong Limo is an 80-year-old traditional Malay house located in an old village of Pulau Belimbing, Riau Province. This building represents Malay architecture. Currently, the building is experiencing damage to its structural and architectural components. Several factors cause building damage such as building age, weather, usage, and flooding. This damage can lead to collapse and loss of the building as a whole. This study aims to identify the characteristics and see the damage to the building elements of Uma Kabuong Limo. This research method is descriptive qualitative with synchronic reading analysis technique. The research stage was to collect data through field observations and interviews. The next stage is making the model through Building Information Modelling to see the comparison of building damage. The results showed that the architectural knowledge was manifested in construction techniques, building materials, and carvings. Damage to buildings can be seen in structural and architectural elements. The level of damage is in the category of heavy damage, so it is necessary to immediately carry out building rehabilitation. The results of this research will be used further in the stage of preparing the document for the rehabilitation model of the Uma Kabuong Limo.