bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Flap Selection Algorithm Based on the Body Mass Index for Phalloplasty in Female-to-Male Transgender: Techniques and Outcomes
Authors: Watanabe Toshiyuki , Namba Yuzaburo , Kimata Yoshihiro 
Published: July 2021

Abstract
Background Various phalloplasty methods have been reported; however, a consensus has not been reached. Therefore, we suggest an alternative algorithm for an ideal phalloplasty considering the factors that affect flap selection.
Methods We retrospectively examined 32 phalloplasty cases of female-to-male transgender. Flaps used for phalloplasty were classified into three groups as follows: (1) radial forearm (RF) group, (2) anterolateral thigh (ALT) group, and (3) flap combination (FC) group. Statistical analyses were performed to determine the significance of age and body mass index (BMI) as well as differences in the rates of postoperative complication, reoperation, esthetic acceptability, tactile or erogenous sensibility, and the ability to urinate while standing.
Results Ten cases were included in the RF group and 7 and 15 cases in the ALT and FC groups, respectively. With respect to BMI, the RF group (mean [standard deviation (SD)] = 25.9 [3.3]) showed significantly higher BMI than the ALT (21.7 [0.9]) or FC group (22.2 [4.5]). The RF (mean [SD] = 3.7 [0.4]) and ALT groups (3.5 [0.9]) had significantly higher esthetic acceptability evaluation scores (from 1 to 4) than the FC group (2.5 [1.2]). Moreover, the RF and ALT groups were superior than the FC group in terms of tactile or erogenous sensibility rates.
Conclusion BMI effected flap choices for phalloplasty because of the correlation between BMI and skin thickness. FC becomes an option between ALT flap and RF flap in terms of flap choice based on BMI. Our alternative algorithm for an ideal phalloplasty based on BMI will be useful for objective flap choices.
Vitamin D Receptor Gene Polymorphisms in Childhood Brucellosis in Turkish Children
Authors: Kaman Ayse , Öz Fatma Nur , Sahin Gülseren , Metin Akcan Özge 
Published: July 2021

Abstract
Objective The vitamin D receptor gene (VDR) polymorphisms and the risk of various infections have been studied. An association with brucellosis and vitamin D levels has been investigated but not yet with VDR gene polymorphisms. We aimed to examine the association between VDR gene polymorphisms and susceptibility to childhood brucellosis.
Methods This case–control study included patients with brucellosis and healthy controls. After extracting genomic DNA using a Qiagen blood DNA isolation kit, five VDR single nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs), including Cdx-2, FokI, BsmI, ApaI, and TaqI gene, were amplified. Genetic distribution of these SNPs of VDR gene in patient and control groups were compared.
Results A total of 38 patients with brucellosis and 89 healthy controls were evaluated. The genotype distribution of Cdx2, FokI, BsmI, and ApaI polymorphisms were similar between patients and healthy controls. However, the CC homozygous genotype for VDR gene TaqI was significantly overexpressed in patients compared with controls (23.7 vs. 7.9%; p = 0.042). The frequency of the C allele of the TaqI genotype was significantly different between patients and controls (p = 0.018). On the other hand, presence of the A allele in the BsmI was associated considerably with an increased risk of brucellosis (p = 0.037). VDR polymorphism distribution was similar according to age, presence of complicated disease, and presence of bacteremia. The heterozygote TaqI polymorphism was more common in patients presented as subacute and chronic symptoms (p = 0.036).
Conclusion Our results indicated the possible role in TaqI polymorphism of the VDR gene for the risk of brucellosis at the time of exposure to infection.
Acetabular Protrusion in a Cohort of Patients with Osteogenesis Imperfecta Evaluated in a Pediatric Hospital
Authors: Ramos-Mejía Rosario , Monterroza-Quintana Francisco , Primomo Claudio , Goyeneche Rodolfo , Fano Virginia 
Published: July 2021

AbstractAcetabular protrusion (AP) is present in 33 to 55% of patients with osteogenesis imperfecta (OI). Even though the finding is relatively common, it is poorly described in pediatric patients. The objective of this study was to describe the incidence and associations of AP in pediatric OI patients. We retrospectively and cross-sectionally evaluated clinical histories and radiographic findings of OI patients aged 2 to 19.5 years, recording sex, age, severity, anthropometric measurements, ambulation status, femoral fractures history, and occurrence of orthopaedic surgeries and nephropathy. AP was considered present when the center-edge (CE) angle was more than 35 degrees and the acetabular line crossed the Kohler's line by more than 1 and 3 mm in boys and girls, respectively, and 3 and 6 mm in adult males and females, respectively. The association with risk factors and complications was analyzed through univariate and multivariate logistic regression. A total of 71 children were evaluated. The median age was 8.6 years, and 54.9% of them had moderate to severe forms of OI. In 71.8% of the children, an abnormal CE angle was found, being frequent in mild, moderate, and severe cases. AP was present in 22.5% of all patients and in 41% of children with moderate to severe OI, and was significantly associated with older ages (p = 0.0062) and nonwalking status (p = 0.0093). We found a high prevalence of AP in children with moderate to severe forms of OI, which was present even at younger ages. In addition, we found a significant increase in the number of children with abnormal CE angles even in those with mild forms of OI. The presence of AP was associated with the severity of the OI and age, and in a negative association with the ambulatory status.
A surface dielectric barrier discharge non-thermal plasma to induce cell death in colorectal cancer cells
Authors: Nupangtha Wasin , Kuensaen Chakkrapong , Ngamjarurojana Athipong , Chomdej Siriwadee , Boonyawan Dheerawan 
Published: July 2021

A novel coaxial surface dielectric barrier discharge (SDBD) non-thermal atmospheric pressure plasma device, driven by a 35.7-kHz DC pulse and adjustable by a pulse-width modulation, was developed in this study and preliminarily tested for its killing effects of a cancer cell type. This study was divided into three phases, namely, air phase, liquid phase, and cell phase. First, the electrical characteristics and emissions were examined. Two-beam UV-LED absorption spectroscopy was also newly developed to measure the absolute hydroxyl radical (OH⋅) density in the filamentary discharge. Then, the effects of energy doses and treatment durations on three types of liquids and on the colorectal adenocarcinoma cell, SW620, were examined. From Lissajous figures (Q–V plot), the developed SDBD possesses the maximum power density and energy dose of 0.33 ± 0.05 W/cm2 and 19.5 ± 3.00 J/cm2, respectively, when the voltage was set at 3.44 kV and the power at 115 mW. From two-beam UV-LED absorption spectroscopy results, the OH⋅ density increased by 0.32, 0.58, and 0.86 × 1019 m−3, with operational powers of 29, 58, and 115 mW, respectively, within 1-min treatment. In liquid phases, the plasma device can increase the concentrations of H2O2 and NO2− in a time-dependent manner. Finally, cell-phase studies, including the examination of the cell morphology, cell viability, and gene expression of the SW620 cell, show that the device can time-dependently induce the mortality of the SW620 cell, relevant to the up-regulation of the Bax/Bcl-2 expression ratio. Taken together, this novel SDBD plasma device shows potential as another alternative for cancer treatment, although further modification is required.
Cell membrane–camouflaged liposomes for tumor cell–selective glycans engineering and imaging in vivo
Authors: Liu Zhengwei , Wang Faming , Liu Xinping , Sang Yanjuan , Zhang Lu , Ren Jinsong , Qu Xiaogang 
Published: July 2021

Significance
Cell-surface glycans are dynamic indicators reporting cell physiological state and pathological processes including occurrence and progression of disease (e.g., cancer). For precise cancer diagnosis and treatment, however, it’s difficult to selectively visualize glycans of different cancer cells or cancer subtypes. Herein, we demonstrate the feasibility of cancer cell membrane–camouflaged azidosugar liposomes for cancer cell–selective metabolic glycoengineering. The biomimetic liposomes inherit the cell selectivity to homotypic cancer cells. Therefore, they cannot only realize selective glycan imaging of different cancer cells and breast cancer subtypes but can also sense lung metastasis of tumors. The strategy is also applicable to the use of tumor tissue–derived cell membranes, implying the clinical prospects for personalized medicine.
Inside-out regulation of E-cadherin conformation and adhesion
Authors: Koirala Ramesh , Priest Andrew Vae , Yen Chi-Fu , Cheah Joleen S. , Pannekoek Willem-Jan , Gloerich Martijn , Yamada Soichiro , Sivasankar Sanjeevi 
Published: July 2021

Significance
Cadherin cell–cell adhesion proteins play key roles in the formation and maintenance of tissues. Their adhesion is carefully regulated to orchestrate complex movement of cells. While cadherin ectodomains bind in two conformations with different adhesive properties, the mechanisms by which cells regulate the conformation (and consequently adhesion) of individual cadherins are unknown. Here, we demonstrate that the association of intracellular vinculin with the cadherin cytoplasmic region regulates cadherin adhesion by switching ectodomains from a weak binding to the strongly adhesive conformation. In contrast to the prevailing view which suggests that vinculin regulates adhesion solely by remodeling the cytoskeleton, we show that vinculin can directly modulate single cadherin ectodomain conformation and this process is mediated by changes in cytoskeletal tension.
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Authors: López Maestre María D. 
Published: July 2021

ResumenLas canciones son un área de especial interés para el estudio de las ideologías de género. La música no es sexista, pero sus letras sí pueden presentar contenidos que resultan problemáticos desde la perspectiva de género. El objetivo de este trabajo es realizar un análisis crítico del discurso feminista de la canciónBlurred Lines(2013) interpretada por R. Thicke, haciendo especial hincapié en el estudio de las metáforas conceptuales tal y como se manifiestan en su estructura lingüística. Se trata de una canción que ha cosechado un innegable éxito a nivel social, pero que también ha sido objeto de controversia y críticas negativas. El análisis llevado a cabo nos ha permitido mostrar cómo esta canción transmite valores que pueden contribuir a consolidar y perpetuar ideologías que promueven la desigualdad entre hombres y mujeres y el sexismo.
Incidental vocabulary learning and retention of EFL learners
Authors: Cancino Marco 
Published: July 2021

Abstract
Research addressing the effect of interest on learning has been thoroughly discussed in learning theory (Renninger et al., 2014). From this rich research field, topic interest has
been put forward as a relevant variable in learning in general (Hidi, 2001; Renninger, 2009), and in L2 reading comprehension (Brantmeier, 2006; Eidswick, 2009). However, research focusing on the extent
of its influence on L2 incidental vocabulary learning has been scarce (Lee & Pulido,
2017). Thus, this study sought to explore the relationship between topic interest and L2 vocabulary learning by asking
55 male EFL learners at a technological university in Chile to read texts in two conditions (high topic interest and low topic
interest) and then assessing incidental learning and retention of twenty target words. Results suggest that topic interest
influenced the vocabulary gains made by learners, and that the relationship between topic interest and vocabulary learning and
retention can be mediated by dictionary look-up behaviour. Findings are discussed with a focus on the pedagogical actions that can
increase learner topic interest.
Proposal for a ‘translanguaging space’ in interpreting studies
Authors: Runcieman Alan James 
Published: July 2021

AbstractThere is a growing body of academic research that suggests that we are living in an increasingly superdiverse society, where multi-ethnic, multicultural and multilingual peoples cohabit on a daily basis. Superdiversity challenges any nation state’s ideological claim of being representative of only one culture and one language, and indeed, in relation to the latter, highlights the increasing phenomenon of translanguaging, both in the wider world of social interactions and in the classroom.In this context, it is argued here that interpreter training needs to respond to superdiversity and translanguaging, as future interpreters are part of the same social world, and will undoubtedly encounter translanguaging in their future professional life. In superdiverse and translanguaging societies, source and target languages are no longer a one-to-one linguistic and cultural translation, but a far more fluid, dynamic and multiple interchange of repertoires and resources that people access in multi-varied and multi-functional ways.In this increasingly complex scenario, languages are not seen as bounded entities, but rather as fluid and interchangeable in the situated moment, and this, it is argued, needs to be reflected in pedagogy. Moreover, translanguaging (between bi/multilinguals) has been shown to promote greater cognitive development when tackling complex issues and rationalising processes. Also, translanguaging aids social and professional identity work, as interpreter students develop their understandings of the role their future interpreter life can and need to play in their career. Drawing on my own research and the observations made on the present and future needs of interpreting studies, a ‘translanguaging space’ (Li Wei 2011) is proposed for curriculum design in interpreter training.
A shadow of the repulsive Rutherford scattering in the laboratory frame
Authors: Žugec Petar , Rudec Dario 
Published: July 2021

Abstract
The paper explores the Rutherford scattering shadow in an entire class of comoving frames—inertial frames moving along the initial projectile direction—of which the laboratory frame, where the target is initially at rest, is a representative example. The paper is a continuation of the previous work addressing the scattering shadow in the fixed-target and the center-of-mass frame. It is shown that the transition from these frames is technically quite involved, due to the scattering shadow forming at an infinite distance from an initial target position. The central procedure involves solving the 5th degree polynomial as a part of an associated extremization procedure. The shadow existence itself is subject to certain conditions, dependent on a given comoving frame. A new and unexpected phenomenon is found within a certain set of comoving frames, including the laboratory frame itself. It consists of a phase transition between an entirely smooth type of shadow and the one characterized by a formation of a sharp edge.
Direct ab initio molecular dynamics study on the reactions of multi-valence ionized states of water dimer
Authors: Takada Tomoya , Tachikawa Hiroto 
Published: July 2021

Abstract
We investigated the reaction of multi-valence (+2) ionization states of water dimer (H2O)2 using direct ab initio molecular dynamics method. The following multi-valence ionization states were considered. In the direct two-electron ionization state, (H2O)2 was ionized to form (H2O)2
2+ in one step; in the stepwise two-electron ionization state, (H2O)2 was first converted to (H2O)2
+ and further ionized after structural relaxation. The (H2O)2
2+ from direct ionization dissociated into two H2O+ ions, while (H2O)2
2+ in stepwise ionization generated H3O+ and OH+ ions from H3O+–OH radical-ion pairs. Additionally, we performed dynamics calculations for the excited state of (H2O)2
2+ generated through direct ionization. The excited (H2O)2
2+ ions also dissociated to form H3O+ and OH+ ions. The reaction mechanism of multi-valence ionization states of (H2O)2 is discussed on the basis of calculation results.
High room-temperature magnetization in Co-doped TiO2 nanoparticles promoted by vacuum annealing for different durations
Authors: Huang Wenqiang , Lin Rui , Chen Weijie , Wang Yuzhu , Zhang Hong 
Published: July 2021

Abstract
To clarify the contribution of oxygen vacancies to room-temperature ferromagnetism (RTFM) in cobalt doped TiO2 (Co-TiO2), and in order to obtain the high level of magnetization suitable for spintronic devices, in this work, Co-TiO2 nanoparticles are prepared via the sol–gel route, followed by vacuum annealing for different durations, and the influence of vacuum annealing duration on the structure and room-temperature magnetism of the compounds is examined. The results reveal that with an increase in annealing duration, the concentration of oxygen vacancies rises steadily, while the saturation magnetization (M
s) shows an initial gradual increase, followed by a sharp decline, and even disappearance. The maximum M
s is as high as 1.19 emu/g, which is promising with respect to the development of spintronic devices. Further analysis reveals that oxygen vacancies, modulated by annealing duration, play a critical role in tuning room-temperature magnetism. An appropriate concentration of oxygen vacancies is beneficial in terms of promoting RTFM in Co-TiO2. However, excessive oxygen vacancies will result in a negative impact on RTFM, due to antiferromagnetic superexchange interactions originating from nearest-neighbor Co2+ ions.
Security system of Internet of Things based on Subscriber Identity Module
Authors: Ren Xiaoming , Yue Zuhui , Li Zheng 
Published: July 2021

Abstract
There are many security issues in the IoT field and current security solutions can’t provide high security level and cost-effectiveness at the same time. This paper expounds the IoT security service architecture based on Subscriber Identity Module(SIM) card and the key technologies of the service, including bi-directional authentication, secure data transmission and local secure storage. At the same time, it also analyses two modes of the security services, namely simple service mode and self-service mode. With the benefit of SIM, the solution can become a preferred security solution which provides a high security, low-cost, fast implementation and high cost-effective service for the IoT industry.
Effective Cold Chain Supply of Agricultural Products Logistics in China Based on Internet of Things
Authors: Shen Quanjie , Liang Yingnan 
Published: July 2021

Abstract
China is a big agricultural country, as well as a big country in the production, supply and consumption of agricultural products. With the increasing demand for agricultural products, the effective supply of agricultural products logistics needs to be improved. or thinks it is necessary to explore the rapid development of agricultural product logistics and Internet of things technology in China, so as to achieve the goal of maximizing the profit of agricultural product logistics. In this regard, based on the Internet of things technology, this paper discusses the problems and shortcomings of agricultural products logistics cold chain supply, and puts forward optimization suggestions, to provide theoretical reference for the improvement of effective supply mode, so as to promote the development of cold chain, and promote the development of China’s agricultural products logistics supply.
Research on Integrated Application System of Internet of Things in Oil Depot
Authors: Xiao Bin , Yang Kai , Liang Hongbo 
Published: July 2021

Abstract
To improve the efficiency of oil support, it is necessary to realize the integrated application of the equipment and systems related to the Internet of Things in oil depots. Based on the service-oriented design idea, this paper puts forward the architecture of the integrated application system of the oil depot Internet of Things, which lays a foundation for the integrated application of the oil depot Internet of Things data and related business systems through the design of business system component, data model standardization and system interface service. At the same time, through the data integration framework and process design of the Internet of Things, the data model design of the Internet of Things integration platform, and the system integration design based on service bus, it provides a key technical way for the development and implementation of the integrated application system of the Internet of Things in oil depots.
Equal Sinusoidal Division of Array Manifold Matrix Based Direction-of-Arrival Estimation for Dual-functional Radar-communication
Authors: Yu Miao , Yu Xiaoyou , Zeng Shengyan , Yang Qi 
Published: July 2021

Abstract
In view of the large computational complexity and poor real-time performance of l1
norm convex optimization process for DOA estimation based on compressed sensing sparse reconstruction, the SAMP greedy algorithm is used to replace the l1
norm to obtain the approximate solution of l0
norm optimization in DOA estimation. The array manifold matrix is divided by equal sinusoidal, which satisfies the MIP criterion better. An iterative regularization sparsity adaptive matching pursuit (IR-SAMP) algorithm is proposed, which makes the SAMP algorithm better approximate the signal sparsity and reduces the estimation error. IR-SAMP algorithm uses regularization method and backtracking screening, and eliminates the inappropriate atoms in the backtracking stage, so as to better approximate the signal source sparsity. Simulation results show that the proposed IR-SAMP algorithm in single snapshot DOA estimation under equal sinusoidal sparse division is better. At the same time, IR-SAMP algorithm has low computational complexity, as for coherent signal source, which also has a better estimation effect.
Analysis on the classification and research direction of wireless charging technology
Authors: Liu Yahui , Lin Yin , Ren Gaojian , Zhou Daiyong 
Published: July 2021

Abstract
Wireless charging technology is wireless power transmission through electromagnetic wave. Wireless charging technology can make the product design get rid of the shackles of cable and make the product design more compact and miniaturized. This paper introduces the wireless charging technology. in order to overcome the heavy charging cable, realize wireless charging anytime and anywhere; Electronic equipment has the trend of miniaturization, low power consumption and standardization of wireless charging; The application of Internet of things and the sensor of wireless sensor network do not need to connect, power supply and send and upload data through cable. As well as wireless charging, charging efficiency, its impact on the human body, ultra-low power sensors and commercial operation of wireless charging technology are the research focus of wireless charging technology.
Application of Simultaneous Location and Map Construction Algorithms Based on Lidar in the Intelligent Robot Food Runner
Authors: Cheng Jia , Liu Zhendong , He Jiaxi , Deng Yuting , Zhang Hao 
Published: July 2021

Abstract
With the rapid development of artificial intelligence, there are more and more “shadows” of artificial intelligence in restaurants. In the market, the intelligent robot food runner is relatively expensive and not widely used. In this paper, an intelligent robot food runner with lower price but better performance is proposed, which is suitable for restaurants. Among them, this paper mainly analyzes how to use laser radar SLAM to build restaurant map, locate and navigate, and how to build obstacle avoidance and path planning. Through ROS platform, the whole process of intelligent robot food runner is simulated and verified, which can meet the needs of restaurants.