bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Risk-adjusted return, fund manager efficacy, and fund characteristics – An inquiry
Authors: K Riyazahmed 
Published: December 2021

Abstract
In this study, I examine the risk-adjusted return of mutual funds in India. A data set of 4220 mutual funds is used for the analysis. Sharpe ratio, a metric of risk-adjusted return (Sharpe, 1994) and Information ratio, a metric of outperformance than a fund’s benchmark (Goodwin, 1998) were analyzed. Regression analysis is used to estimate the impact of fund characteristics like fund category, fund type, fund access type, corpus size on the dependent variables i.e., Sharpe Ratio and the Information Ratio. All the funds underperformed in both the Sharpe ratio and Information ratio. Liquid funds found worst. Fund type and corpus size do not impact fund performance. Fund access type was found to be significant on fund performance. The results add to the literature by examining the post-pandemic period.
Characterization of Gymnodinialimonas Ceratoperidinii gen. nov.,sp. nov., a New Bacterium Isolated From Rare Marine Dinoflagellate Ceratoperidinium Margalefii
Authors: Jiang Yue , Peng Yuxin , Shin Hyeon Ho , Kim Hyun Jung , Kim Ki-Hyun , Jiang Lingmin , Lee Jiyoung , Li Zhun 
Published: December 2021

Abstract
A bacterial strain, designated J12C1-MA-4T, was isolated from a liquid culture of dinoflagellate Ceratoperidinium margalefii. The bacterium was Gram-stain-negative, aerobic, and rod-shaped. Oxidase and catalase were positive. Optimal growth was observed at 30°C, pH 7.0, in the presence of 1% (w/v) NaCl. Phylogenetic analyses based on the 16S rRNA gene and 92 core genes sets indicated that the strain J12C1-MA-4T belongs to the family Rhodobacteraceae in the class Alphaproteobacteria and represented a separate taxon separated from other genera. 16S rRNA gene sequence of strain J12C1-MA-4T showed high similarities to Loktanella ponticola KCTC 42133T (95.74%), Pseudooctadecabacter jejudonensis KCTC 32525T (95.52%) and Jannaschia helgolandensis KCTC 12191T (95.31%) in the Rhodobacteraceae family. The genome length of strain J12C1-MA-4T was 3621968 bp with a DNA G+C content of 64.48 mol%. The major cellular fatty acids of strain J12C1-MA-4T were summed feature 8 (comprising C18:1ω7c and/or C18:1ω6c) (>10%). Phosphatidylglycerol (PG), phosphatidylcholine(PC), phospholipids (PL), lipids 1 (L1) and aminolipid (AL) were shown to be the major polar lipids. The sole predominant isoprenoid quinone is Q-10. Based on phylogenetic, phenotypic, chemotaxonomic and genomic features, strain J12C1-MA-4T is considered to represent a new species in the new genus of the family Rhodobacteraceae for which the name Gymnodinialimonas ceratoperidinii gen. nov., sp. nov. is proposed. The type strain is J12C1-MA-4T (=KCTC 82770T = GDMCC 1.2729T).
High body mass index and altered androgen hormones are the disruptors of fertility among women undergoing ART
Authors: Khan Haroon Latif , bhatti Shahzad , Hamayun Humaira , Abbas Sana , Shuail Samina , Amir Imrana , Enver Farah 
Published: December 2021

Abstract
Background: The body mass index (BMI) affects reproduction and pregnancy outcomes. Infertility is defined as the inability to conceive despite having frequent, unprotected sex for at least one year. The inability to have children affects men and women across the globe.Methods: It was a retrospective study on couples coming for treatment of subfertility in Lahore Institute of Fertility and Endocrinology (LIFE). The institutional ethical review committee approved. Patients are divided into three groups, normal weight (BMI ≤25kg/m²), overweight (26-30 kg/m²), and obese (>30 kg/m²). Data were collected from July 2017 to May 2018. The number of infertile women who underwent assisted fertilization at LIFE was 222.Results: Two hundred and twenty-two sub-fertile patients were selected. Their ages were between 25-36 years. The mean age was 31 ± 3.91 years. There was a significant relationship between the number of follicles and BMI (p-value=0.03). Outcome parameters are significantly correlated with all groups of BMI. Embryo transfer is insignificantly correlated with BMI. (p-value = 0.07)Conclusion: According to this study, obesity is associated with poor embryos in obese women with more than 30 BMI. Furthermore, women who were obese might need a higher dose of FSH, and the live birth rate is higher in women with normal BMI.
Extensive Myocardial Infarction complicated with Stroke as First Presentation of HIV in A young Sudanese Male: Case Report
Authors: Eljack Moh.Mah.Fadelallah , Mohammedali Najla Fouad Nassir , Ahmed Omer Idris , Nour Alshareef B. , Haroun Mazin S. , Ahmed Khabab Abbasher Hussien Mohamed , Abdallah Abdallah M. , Ali Mustafa Mohamed Ibrahim 
Published: December 2021

Abstract
HIV can be associated with cardiovascular complications. We highlight unusual presentation of HIV patient with MI and stroke. 30 year old HIV male presented with MI complicated by stroke. Recovered within 5 days with anti-ischemic and diuretics. Screening tests for unusual presentations prevent fatal complications of common diseases.
Electromechanical Modelling and Stress Analysis of RF-MEMS Capacitive Shunt Switch
Authors: Ch Gopichand , Maity Reshmi , Srinivas K. , Maity N.P. , Srav K. Girija 
Published: December 2021

Abstract
This paper presents the simulation and theoretically calculation results of a shunt switch with Electro-mechanical modelling and stress gradient characteristics. The analysis is done with three membrane structures such as plane beam, incorporated with and without perforations, and non-uniform meander type beam, these are simulated in the COMSOL Multi-physics tool. The various Modal analyses are carried out for different values of residual stress gradients such as different structures, materials, and beam thickness. These analyzes are described by the fact that higher stress gradient values ​​are undesirable for switching. By analysing all the results we have observed that the stress analysis for a shows that non-uniform meandered switch experiences maximum stress of 35.6 MPa, and center deflection of 0.06 MPa/μm, the deformations of the beam which is the least among the considered switches.
Morphological, Molecular Characterization, Life Cycle And Age Specific Life Table Parameters of Coconut Rugose Spiralling Whitefly, Aleurodicus Rugioperculatus Martin: An Exotic Pest of India
Authors: Kolanthasamy Elango , Nelson Jeyarajan , Tamilnayagan Thangavel 
Published: December 2021

Abstract
The present study aimed at reporting the incidence of exotic pest on Coconut rugose spiralling whitefly, Aleurodicus rugioperculatus Martin in Tamil Nadu, India. The taxonomical, morphometric, molecular characterization, life cycle and age specific life table parameters of the exotic pest were studied on coconut during 2017-19. The results revealed that rugose spiralling whitefly (RSW) is an exotic and polyphagous in nature and had total life period of 56.33± 1.01 days which includes 6.9±0.88, 19.57±2.17, 10.9±0.78 and 26.00±2.34 days of egg, nymphal, pupal and adult period, respectively. The rugose spiralling whitefly male adult was 2.6300± 0.0596 mm in length and 2.1220± 0.0576 mm width and female adult were 3.1460± 0.0329 mm in length and 2.1654± 0.0246 mm width. A. rugioperculatus was bigger than other previously reported whiteflies in India. The operculum was wrinkled and having compound pores with dagger shaped axial pores. Ligula of A. rugioperculatus extended beyond vasiform orifice. The identity of the species was further confirmed through amplification of mitochondrial COI gene 249 bp was obtained for all the isolates which were sequenced. The sequenced DNA product was submitted to NCBI- Gen Bank (Accession No. MT540964, MT679537, MT679538, MT679539, MT679540 and MT682638). Since, it is a first study on the age specific life table parameters of A. rugioperculatus and the results revealed that the net reproductive rates (Ro) 24.08 females/female/generation, intrinsic rate of increase 0.0646/day, finite rate of Increase (λ) 1.066/ day, mean fecundity (F) 41.28 eggs/female and mean generation time (T) 49.25 days, respectively
Design, Evaluation and Analysis of a Novel H-Shaped Capacitive RF MEMS Switch
Authors: Khan Shoukathvali , Srinivasa K. , Guha Koushik 
Published: December 2021

Abstract
In this paper, absolute evaluation of Radio Frequency Micro Electromechanical System (RF MEMS) to improve parameters like high actuation voltage and low switching time, by introducing a new fixed - fixed RF MEMS capacitive switch. The proposed switch designed step-by-step evaluation of the plane beam, a novel structure of beam, and deposit the perforations and meanders to reducethe pull-in voltage. All the RF MEMS switch design parameters arestudy using the COMSOL Multiphysics FEM (Finite Element Model) tool. The proposed RF MEMS switch express low pull-in voltageof 4.75V and good return, insertion, and isolation losses in both upstate and downstate conditions are >10dB, below 0.1dB and 60dB, respectively. The dielectric layer as silicon nitride (Si3N4), beam as a gold material. The RLC values are extracted by using lumped model design. The RF MEMS shunt switch (capacitance, inductance, and resistance) of the MEMS bridge are accurately evaluated from the S-parameter analysis. The computational and simulated results are good agreement with each other, which indicates the validity of the proposed switch for K (18-26) GHz band applications.
Nutrition in the Nursing Home: Expectation vs Reality
Authors: Garg Anu , Szymanski Kate , Merugu Ganesh 
Published: December 2021

Abstract
Background: Determine the nutritional value of the food provided to the average patient in the nursing home and compare to the guidelines for the age matched community dwelling individual. Methods: We obtained weekly meal plans. Nutritional value of each meal was calculated from the USDA food composition database with reference to the supply company. The 3 nursing homes ranged in ownership and in star rating and averaged 120 beds per facility. Food companies were comparable. Results: Patients received 1.58 cups of vegetables with a standard deviation (SD) of 0.31 daily. 1.26 cups of fruit (SD of 0.08) and 0.79 cups of dairy (SD 0.26) daily. Average of 5,308mg of sodium (SD 770.4) daily. 474.08 mg of added sugar (SD 137.88) daily. Saturated fats were 10.86% (SD 0.01) of the calories. Conclusions: Intake of fruits, dairy and vegetables was below recommended levels. Calories and sodium were above recommended values. Added sugar and saturated fats were within recommendations. Several changes can be made to improve nutrition in the nursing home to bring the nutrition closer to expectations in the average community dwelling adult values. We recommend further study concerning interventions.
A Novel Methodology to Manufacture Complex Metallic Sudden Overhangs in Weld-Deposition Based Additive Manufacturing
Authors: Panchagnula Jayaprakash Sharma , Simhambhatla Suryakumar 
Published: December 2021

Abstract
Amongst various additive manufacturing (AM) techniques for realizing the complex metallic objects, weld deposition (arc) based directed energy AM technique is attaining the more focus over commercially available powder bed fusion techniques. This is due to the capability of high deposition rates, high power and material utilization, simpler setup and less initial investment of arc based AM. Nevertheless, realization of sudden overhanging features through arc based weld deposition techniques is still a challenging task due to the necessity of support structures. The present work describes a novel methodology for producing complex metallic objects with sudden overhangs without using supports. This is possible by re-orienting the workpiece and/or deposition head at every instance using higher order kinematics (5-axis setup) to make sure the overhanging feature is in-line to the deposition direction. The proposed technique identifies the sudden overhangs form a CAD model (.stl) and generates an orthogonal tool path for deposition of the same. To validate this technique, objects with sudden overhangs (illustrative case studies) have been taken up for deposition. An In-house MATLAB routine has developed and presented for performing the same. Although this technique is suitable for any deposition process, it has been demonstrated using gas metal arc welding (GMAW) based weld-deposition, where the raw material to be deposited is in the form of a welding wire.
The Connection Matrix analysis of a Prey-Predator system with a Strong Allee effect and multiple interior equilibria
Authors: Sikder Asim 
Published: December 2021

Abstract
We consider a Gause-type prey-predator system incorporating a strong allee effect for the prey population. For the existence of multiple interior equilibria we consider Holling-type predator functional response and the density dependent death rate for the predator. With the help of the Conley connection matrix theory we study the dynamics of the system in presence of one, two and three interior equilibria. It is found that (i) the saddle-saddle connections exist in presence of single and multiple interior equilibria connecting interior flows to the boundary and (ii) the system admits a set of degree-2 (i.e, a 2-discs of) connecting orbits from interior equlibrium to the origin. Thus permanence or robust permanence of the system is not possible.
Participating in a Health Promotion Program in Pediatric Oncology: Perspectives of Children, Adolescents and Families
Authors: Demers Catherine , Gélinas Isabelle , Lee Keven , Bourque Claude Julie , Lamore Kristopher , Curnier Daniel , Marcil Valérie , Sultan Serge , Sinnett Daniel , Higgins Johanne 
Published: December 2021

Abstract
Purpose. Health promotion (HP) programs represent a promising avenue to address the prevention or mitigation of adverse effects of childhood cancer. However, we do not know the most effective way to promote healthy behaviours in pediatric oncology or how families experience HP interventions during the very challenging time of going through childhood cancer. The purpose of this study was to analyse the perspectives of families affected by childhood cancer regarding their behaviour when participating in a HP program. Methods. We undertook a cross-sectional qualitative study using semi-structured interviews. Individual interviews were conducted with parents and adolescents sampled within a larger study. Data was analyzed using thematic analysis. Results. Participants reported many barriers to participation including organizational barriers, physical or mental health issues and lack of interest or need. Key facilitators included tailoring of the interventions to individuals’ needs and social support. Most participants reported that the program had a positive impact on their health behaviour practices during cancer treatment and about half mentioned having the intention to modify their health behaviour practices in the long-term. For future implementation, participants suggested adding more educational activities, increasing physical activity sessions and improving the coordination with clinical activities. Conclusion. Participants’ and families’ perspectives allow researchers and clinicians to gain greater insights into how to shape HP programs that will be engaging and effective in promoting healthy behaviours in this population.
Semi Empirical Slope Stability Analyses of Mohmand Dam using Limit Equilibrium and Finite Element Methods
Authors: Babar Muhammad Salman , Israr Jahanzaib , Ali Umair , Zhang Gang 
Published: December 2021

Abstract
This study presents a framework for semi-empirical slope stability analysis of Mohmand dam, an important ongoing mega concrete faced rockfill dam hydropower project in Pakistan. The project comprises of 213 m high hybrid dam that will produce 800 megawatt of clean hydropower energy in addition to an effective flood mitigation. Also, it will supply water for both irrigation and drinking to the provincial capital city, Peshawar. In this study, finite element and limit equilibrium methods have been used for slope stability analysis and factors of safety have been computed for all anticipated loading conditions including earthquake loading. The rockfill samples of main dam were obtained from the construction material site of Mohmand dam and the input parameters for slope stability analysis were obtained both empirically and through laboratory testing. Results of both limit equilibrium and finite element analyses have been compared and it was observed that the latter is more conservative than the former except for earthquake loading. The implications of current findings have been demonstrated using an important case study of an independent dam site that would boost the confidence of practitioners.
Pembentukan Wujud Arsitektural dalam Aktivitas Sehari-hari
Authors: Adiyanto Johannes 
Published: December 2021

Title: Architectural Forming in Daily Activities
(Case Study: Maya Lin and Eko Prawoto Approach)

Form is the based architecture. The idea of architecture can come true in the form. Architecture can become a container of human activities because form and space. This paper focusses on architectural form. The main question in this paper is how the architect creating their form’s based on their daily activities? This paper used qualitative phenomenology method to phenomenology hermeneutics approach. This method place the daily activities of responding. The cases are Maya Lin’s Vietnam Veteran Memorial and House of Eko Prawoto’s. Their cases were interpreted with Mangunwijaya thinking with written at Ragawidya. This paper shows that architectural form is a manifestation of the contemplation proses and from daily activities. The forming of architectural form is also a process of expression of the deposition of experiencing in the past time which carried out continuously. The result of forming is not an astonishing form, but familiar with everyday life.
Differential diagnosis and effective therapy for sore throat
Authors: Guseva A. L. , Derbeneva M. L. 
Published: December 2021

Sore throat is a common complaint, which can be caused by a typical viral pharyngitis, or it can be rooted in a life-threatening disease such as epiglottitis or inflammation of the cellular spaces in the throat and neck. The doctor should take a closer look at a patient with a sore throat, immediately make a differential diagnosis and prescribe adequate treatment, including surgical intervention, if necessary.The article discusses the most common causes of a sore throat, including various types of pharyngitis, paratonsillar abscess, parapharyngeal abscess, retropharyngeal abscess, epiglottitis.Viral pharyngitis has a favourable prognosis, resolves without intervention and complications, but bacterial and fungal pharyngitis have a more severe course. Streptococcal pharyngitis caused by group A в-hemolytic streptococcus holds a dominant position in bacterial etiology and requires the use of antibiotic therapy. The differential diagnosis of streptococcal pharyngitis is based on the modified Centor scores in the routine clinical practice. Antibiotic therapy for streptococcal pharyngitis includes a 10-day course of unprotected penicillins. If a patient has an allergic reaction to penicillins, it is recommended to use clindamycin or clarithromycin. The surgical intervention combined with intramuscular or intravenous antibiotic therapy is recommended for the treatment of purulent processes in the cellular spaces of the neck. These diseases can have life-threatening complications, which include neurological damage, the spread of purulent process in the mediastinum with the development of mediastinitis, laryn-geal stenosis, sepsis, necrotizing fasciitis, jugular vein thrombosis and erosion of the carotid artery. The third generation cephalosporins and protected penicillins are recommended for the treatment of epiglottitis, and respiratory fluoroquinolones are used, if a patient has a history of allergic reactions to penicillins. In severe cases with symptoms of stenosis, intubation can be performed in addition to the use of antibiotics.
Methods of sparing surgical treatment of chronic edematous-polypous laryngitis, edema Reinke
Authors: Abdullaev B. Z. , Nazhmudinov I. I. , Davudov Kh. Sh. , Garashchenko T. I. , Guseynov I. Kh. , Khoranova M. Yu. , Koshel I. V. 
Published: December 2021

Introduction. Laryngeal pathology occupies a leading place in the general structure of diseases of the upper respiratory tract, chronic edematous-polypous laryngitis, Reinke-Gayek edema accounts for 5.5% of all benign diseases of the vocal folds. The main method of treating Reinke-Gayek's disease is surgical treatment, which consists in removing excess mucosa, or “stripping” - tearing a strip of mucosa with forceps from the vocal fold. One of the main principles of laryngeal surgery is the maximum preservation of the structures of the vocal fold, obtaining a flexible vibration of the muscular-membranous part and the mucous membrane of the vocal fold.Purpose. The purpose of our work is to improve the effectiveness of treatment of chronic edematous-polypous laryngitis using a CO2 laser.Tasks. To develop a differentiated approach to the surgical treatment of chronic edematous-polypous laryngitis using a carbon dioxide laser.Materials and Methods. We treated 46 patients with Reinke-Gayek disease, including 35 women and 11 men. The age of the patients ranged from 40 to 67 years. Preoperative examination included endoscopic examination, laryngostroboscopy. The type was determined according to the classification of H. Yonekawa, for the choice of further surgical tactics. In type II, an incision of the mucosa, aspiration of gelatinous matter from the Reinke space, and laying of the mucosa were performed. With type III, it is made by forming M-shaped flap to close the defect.Results. All patients in the preoperative period were surveyed with the VOICE HANDICAP INDEX(VHI-30) questionnaire, laryn-gostroboscopy, and maximum phonation time. In the postoperative period, the examination was performed twice, 1 month after the operation and 3 months after the operation. There is a significant increase in indicators, an increase in the maximum phonation time, a decrease in VHI-30 points.Conclusion. The use of this technique allowed to significantly accelerate the recovery of the voice, reduce the time spent in the hospital, minimally damaging the structure of the mucous membrane of the vocal folds.
The relevance of topical drugs endaural use in otosurgical practice
Authors: Morozova S. V. , Eremeeva K. V. , Suaifan W. H.A. , Pawlushina E. M. 
Published: December 2021

Introduction. Preoperative, in particular, antiseptic, preparation of the external auditory canal (EAC) is an important issue for the otosurgeon to take in mind, especially with endaural approach.The aimof the study is to assess the skin microbiota of the EAC and the effectiveness of antiseptic treatment before endaural intervention.Materials and methods. A prospective study including 19 patients who underwent ear surgery by endaural approach: 10 stapedoplasty; 9 tympanoplasty. Ear swabs culture were taken from all the patients preoperatively and after removing the tamponade. Of the 10 patients with otosclerosis, 5 underwent skin preparation with 10% povidone iodine and a swab culture.Results. According to the microbiological examination results, Staphulacoccus Auricularis prevailed in the first smear - 52.6%. In 5 patients with otosclerosis, in comparison to the 1st swab: one case with absence of microorganisms growth, in the other 4 -decrease in the degree of contamination by half. In the 3rd swab, there was no growth in these patients and in the rest, who didn't undergo antiseptic preparation. Patients, without antiseptic preparation of the ear canal, after tympanoplasty (9 patients) in the second smear, had an increase of contamination (from 105 to 106 CFU/ml).Conclusions. Analysis of the microbiome before and after the operation revealed the growth of predominantly (94.7%) opportunistic microorganisms. Preoperative antiseptic preparation reduces the degree of contamination of the skin, which, in our opinion, prevents complications and improves the healing process.