bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Perinatal emotional skills groups for women and birthing people with borderline personality disorder: outcomes from a feasibility randomised controlled trial
Authors: Moran Paul , Bick Debra , Biddle Lucy , Borries Belinda , Kandiyali Rebecca , Mgaieth Farah , Patel Vivan , Rigby Janice , Seume Penny , Sadhnani Vaneeta , Smith Nadine , Swales Michaela , Turner Nicholas 
Published: December 2024

Background
There is no clear evidence about how to support people with borderline personality disorder (BPD) during the perinatal period. Perinatal emotional skills groups (ESGs) may be helpful, but their efficacy has not been tested.

Aims
To test the feasibility of conducting a randomised controlled trial (RCT) of perinatal ESGs for women and birthing people with BPD.

Method
Two-arm parallel-group feasibility RCT. We recruited people from two centres, aged over 18 years, meeting DSM-5 diagnostic criteria for BPD, who were pregnant or within 12 months of a live birth. Eligible individuals were randomly allocated on a 1:1 ratio to ESGs + treatment as usual (TAU), or to TAU. Outcomes were assessed at 4 months post randomisation.

Results
A total of 100% of the pre-specified sample (n = 48) was recruited over 6 months, and we obtained 4-month outcome data on 92% of randomised participants. In all, 54% of participants allocated to perinatal ESGs attended 75% of the full group treatment (median number of sessions: 9 (interquartile range 6–11). At 4 months, levels of BPD symptoms (adjusted coefficient −2.0, 95% CI −6.2 to 2.1) and emotional distress (−2.4, 95% CI −6.2 to 1.5) were lower among those allocated to perinatal ESGs. The directionality of effect on well-being and social functioning also favoured the intervention. The cost of delivering perinatal ESGs was estimated to be £918 per person.

Conclusions
Perinatal ESGs may represent an effective intervention for perinatal women and birthing people with BPD. Their efficacy should be tested in a fully powered RCT, and this is a feasible undertaking.

Trial registration
ISRCTN80470632.
Out-of-hospital care of patients experiencing CPR-induced consciousness: a scoping review
Authors: Silvestri Lucymarie , Soh Rachel , Newton Alexander , Pearce James 
Published: December 2024

Objective: To systematically map the literature to identify the scope, depth, key concepts, and gaps in knowledge regarding out-of-hospital care of a patient with cardiopulmonary resuscitation-induced consciousness (CPR-IC). Methods: This review was conducted according to the JBI scoping review methodology and prepared in accordance with the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses Extension for Scoping Reviews (PRISMA-ScR) reporting guideline. A comprehensive search strategy was used to identify relevant published and grey literature on out-of-hospital CPR-IC. Searches were conducted in CINAHL, Embase, MEDLINE, PRQDT, Scopus, Web of Science, Google Scholar, and grey literature sources from 1989 to May 2023. Results: The search yielded 2863 unique results, of which 24 were included in the synthesis. Case reports made up most of these articles, confirming the limited level of evidence of this topic in the literature. CPR-IC has been witnessed more during mechanical chest compressions compared to manual. There has historically been no consensus on the best management approach of CPR-IC in the out-of-hospital setting. Conclusions: CPR-IC is an emerging phenomenon, and a deeper understanding of its management is essential due to its impact on resuscitation efforts. Further research is required to increase knowledge of this complex occurrence.
Sellmeier equation for the refractive index of ordinary light in 5 mol.% MgO-doped congruent lithium niobate
Authors: Liu Bo-Wen , Han Zhao-Qi-Zhi , Li Jin-Peng , Wang Xiao-Hua , Li Yin-Hai , Zhou Zhi-Yuan , Shi Bao-Sen 
Published: December 2024

Congruent lithium niobate is a type of lithium niobate crystal with a mature growth process and is widely used in nonlinear optics research. Its refractive index accuracy will play a crucial role in the research and application of nonlinear optics. In this paper, we theoretically analyze the accuracy and reliability of nonlinear methods and experimentally measure the refractive index of ordinary light at different wavelengths and temperatures in a non-critical phase matching LN crystal by the sum-frequency generation and spontaneous parametric down-conversion processes, with the help of the existing accurate Sellmeier equation for the refractive index of extraordinary light. By fitting the refractive index of ordinary light, a new set of parameters for the Sellmeier equation is established. This equation shows excellent agreement with existing experimental results, and greatly extends the range of wavelengths and temperatures to 0.5−10 μm and 20−250 ∘C.
Effect of Covid-19 on maternal and child health services utilization in Ghana. Evidence from the National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS)
Authors: Opoku-Boateng Yaw Nyarko , Opoku-Asante Emmanuel , Lagarde Mylene , Nketiah-Amponsah Edward 
Published: December 2024

Introduction
Covid-19 has had devastating effect on health systems and health utilization globally. Maternal and newborn care were adversely affected but little or nothing is known about the impact it has caused to it. This study seeks to determine the effect of Covid-19 on healthcare utilization with specifics on Antenatal, Postnatal, Deliveries and Out-patient attendance.

Methods
The study uses secondary data obtained from the four (4) Claims Processing Centres of the National Health Insurance Authority. Through the use of convenient sampling, a total of 502 facilities were selected for inclusion in the research. The study used a longitudinal claims submitted from a cross-section of health facilities namely Community-Based Health Planning and Services, Maternity Homes, Health Centers, Clinics, Primary, Secondary, and Tertiary Hospitals for Antenatal, Postnatal, Out-patient consultations and Delivery attendances from January 2018 to December 2021. Data before and during the Covid-19 pandemic were compared. Segmented regression analysis as an interrupted time series analysis was employed to assess the effect of the pandemic on utilization of services.

Results
The results indicate that Covid-19 had a significant impact on healthcare utilization in Ghana. Month-on-month, antenatal and out-patient utilization decreased by 21,948.21 and 151,342.40, respectively. Postnatal and delivery services saw an insignificant monthly increase of 37.76 and 1,795.83 from the onset of the covid-19 pandemic and the introduction of movement restrictions. This decline was observed across all care levels, except for Community-Based Health Planning and Services, which showed a slight increase. Also, the results indicate projected average misses of scheduled antenatal, postnatal, out-patient reviews, and deliveries at 21,037.75, 6,428.23, 141,395.30 and 4,745.63 patients respectively.

Conclusion
The study reveals that Covid-19 led to a decrease in utilization of healthcare which affected pregnant women and newborn care as well. It was evident from the results that community-based healthcare is more resilient and efficient in delivering healthcare amidst the pandemic. In our quest to achieve Universal Health Coverage by 2030, Ghana’s health system should improve on the community-based healthcare system and include technology in its healthcare delivery for the people.
Prevalence of depression among medical students in Africa: Systematic review and meta-analysis
Authors: Mekonnen Chilot Kassa , Abate Hailemichael Kindie , Beko Zerko Wako , Zegeye Alebachew Ferede , Azagew Abere Woretaw 
Published: December 2024

Introduction
Depression has become a major health problem that students in a University encounter during their study life. At least one-third and possibly up to one-half of medical students show some form of psychological distress during their medical school. Aggregated evidence is scarce in Africa though there are published articles with various outputs. Therefore, this systematic review and meta-analysis aimed to pool those outputs to draw concert information crucial for devising strategies to tackle depression among students at the University.

Objective
To determine the pooled prevalence of depression among African medical students.

Method
Original articles about the prevalence of depression among African medical students were searched through known and international databases (PubMed, Scopus, Web of Science, and Cochran Library) and search engines (Google and Google Scholar). Data were extracted using a standard data extraction checklist that was developed according to Joanna Briggs Institute (JBI). The I2 statistics were used to identify heterogeneity across studies. Funnel plot asymmetry and Egger’s tests were used to check for publication bias. A Random effect model was used to estimate the pooled prevalence of depression among medical students in Africa. Statistical analysis was conducted using STATA version 11 software.

Result
A total of 31 cross-sectional observational studies which provided information about the prevalence of depression among medical students were included in this systematic review and meta-analysis. The overall pooled prevalence of depression among medical students in Africa was 38.80% [95%CI (29.55, 48.05). Being a female medical student was [AOR = 0.25, 95%CI (0.15, 0.42)] and being a second-year medical student was [AOR = 0.26, 95%CI (0.10, 0.68)] times less likely to have depression.

Conclusion
Depression affects well over one-third of medical students in Africa. Moreover, this systematic review and meta-analysis revealed that female medical students were less likely to develop depression. Therefore, this result suggested that medical schools or Universities and concerned authorities better offer possible early detection and prevention programs as per the magnitude. Furthermore, there has to be further research to figure out the potential factors perhaps using both qualitative and quantitative research approaches.
Televising Chineseness: Gender, Nation, and Subjectivity, Geng Song (2022)
Authors: Gong Qian 
Published: December 2024

Review of: Televising Chineseness: Gender, Nation, and Subjectivity, Geng Song (2022)
Ann Arbor, MI: University of Michigan Press, 252 pp.,
ISBN 978-0-47207-529-4, h/bk, $75.00
ISBN 978-0-47205-529-6, p/bk, $29.95
ISBN 978-0-47222-004-5, e-book, $29.95
GENE MARKERS IDENTIFICATION OF ACUTE MYOCARDIAL INFARCTION DISEASE BASED ON GENOMIC PROFILING THROUGH EXTREME GRADIENT BOOSTING (XGBoost)
Authors: Fajriyah Rohmatul , Isnandar Havidzah Asri , Arifuddin Adhar 
Published: December 2024

One disease that can cause death is Acute Myocardial Infarction (AMI). AMI, also known as a heart attack, is a condition that causes permanent damage to heart muscle tissue due to prolonged ischemia or lack of blood flow that occurs due to blockage of the epicardial coronary arteries and results in blood clots and limiting blood supply to the myocardium. During the years the young AMI patients are increasing. One of the ways to diagnose early is providing information of biomarkers related to this disease by implementing the bioinformatics data analysis. The research was conducted to look at the genomic profile of patients suffering from AMI based on without recurrent events and normal control, using the XGBoost method, due to its scalability and efficiency. Based on the grid search of tuning hyperparameters, the XGBoost method gives a classification accuracy of 88.89%, AUC 90 and kappa 0.7805. These results indicate that the XGBoost method can classify patients suffering from AMI well. This research has identified three genes that contribute the most to classifying AMI patients, namely calponin 2, ribosomal protein S11 and myotropin. Based on the heatmap visualization, information was obtained that the three genes are class markers without recurrent events.
Effect of various novel pre-treatments on drying and rehydration behaviour of ginger and quality attributes of dried ginger
Authors: Desai Shivani , Upadhyay Srishti , Chakraborty Gourav , Banoth Jeevakiran , Sharanagat Vijay Singh , Mani Saravanan 
Published: December 2024

Abstract
The present study focused on the influence of different solution-based osmo-sonic pre-treatments on the drying, rehydration, and quality attributes of ginger cubes. Osmo-sonic pre-treated drying followed the empirical page model, and rehydration was better explained by the exponential model. All the pre-treatments increased the effective moisture diffusivity and mass transfer coefficient, which increased the drying rate from 22.34 to 79.78 %. Pre-treatment led to an increase in appearance by an increase in L* and a* and a decrease in b*. The FTIR spectra showed the absence of a new functional group, but a change was observed in the characteristics band upon pre-treatment. The comparison of different pre-treatment showed that the CA + US pre-treatment had a better drying profile, whereas DW + US had a better antioxidant profile with the highest TPC (22.31 mg GAE/g), TFC (58.37 mg QE/g), DPPH inhibition (89.01 %), and ABTS assay (13.27 mg TE/g).
Deciphering salt-responsive NB-ARC genes in rice transcriptomic data: A bioinformatics approach with gene expression validation
Authors: Saputro Triono Bagus , Wardhani Fila Oxi , Sholihah Nur Fadlilatus , Ermavitalini Dini , Purnama Putut Rakhmad , Nurhidayati Tutik 
Published: December 2024

Abstract
The salt-tolerant rice can be developed by finding exotic germplasm that possesses tolerant traits through a series of selections. Determination of functional marker genes is essential to perform a concise and fast method for selection. This research focuses on pinpointing candidate genes suitable for functional markers. We conducted an in silico analysis of the NB-ARC gene family across three transcriptomic datasets of rice under salt stress. This included examining cis-regulatory elements in the promoter regions, protein domains/motifs, and predicting subcellular localizations to narrow down our gene selection. From 19 different rice varieties evaluated under salt stress, we identified the most tolerant and susceptible ones for further investigation. Two varieties with contrasting tolerance levels were selected for validation. Real-time polymerase chain reaction was employed to determine the gene expression for validation. Among the 139 NB-ARC genes studied, 28 exhibited differential expression in all 3 transcriptome datasets. The candidate genes LOC_Os04g43440, LOC_Os11g15700, and LOC_Os11g39310 were selected, primarily based on their predicted subcellular localization within the nucleus. Out of 19 varieties, Inpari 35, FL478, and Siak Raya are considered salt-tolerant varieties. Notably, among the three salt-tolerant varieties – Inpari 35, FL478, and Siak Raya – Inpari 35 emerged as the most resilient, displaying robust growth parameters during the seedling stage. Conversely, IR29 was found to be the most susceptible. Expression analysis revealed that LOC_Os04g43440 in Inpari 35 showed increased expression at 24 h of salt stress exposure, while LOC_Os11g15700 exhibited upregulation after 48 h. Remarkably, LOC_Os11g39310 displayed a remarkable 21.78-fold increase at 24 h, followed by a decline at 48 h. LOC_Os11g39310 stands out as a promising marker essential for guiding selection in breeding programs aimed at cultivating salt-tolerant rice varieties.
The latest research status of porous sound-absorbing materials
Authors: Feng Zhiting , Liu Yuanjun 
Published: December 2024

Abstract
With the rapid development of urbanization and transportation, noise pollution has become one of the most severe environmental problems for people. It usually causes various disorders and significantly affects human work efficiency and living standards. In the noise control field, using sound-absorbing materials to reduce noise is a critical way to reduce the harm of noise pollution. As the most widely used sound absorption material, porous materials are lightweight, have a wide absorption frequency range, and have strong sound absorption ability. They have great potential in the field of sound absorption. This paper first summarizes the sound absorption mechanism of porous sound absorption materials and the critical factors affecting the sound absorption of porous materials. Secondly, the latest research status of fiber, foam, and new porous sound absorption materials in recent years is reviewed, and the advantages and disadvantages of different porous sound absorption materials are expounded. Finally, the future development trend of porous sound-absorbing materials is prospected. With the continuous expansion of knowledge in this field, it is expected that porous sound-absorbing materials will continue to improve and find more practical applications in emerging fields in the future.
Development of the Revised Entry-Level Essential Competencies in the Care of Older Adults: Linking Domains of Competence, Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education Standards, and the Geriatric 5Ms
Authors: Blood Karen M. , Mierzwicki Justin T. , Billek-Sawhney Barbara , Heitzman Jill , Dehner Lisa R. , Dawson Nicole , Hartley Gregory W. 
Published: December 2024

Purpose:
Geriatric physical therapy (PT) has evolved since 2011, when the Essential Competencies (ECs) in the Care of Older Adults at the Completion of the Entry-level Physical Therapy Professional Program of Study were published. The purpose of the ECs was to ensure that all entry-level physical therapists were prepared to meet the unique needs of the growing older adult population. Changes in population demographics, medical and research advances, coupled with advancements in the profession of PT, necessitate a revision of the ECs.

Process:
The Academic Education Committee of APTA Geriatrics was convened to revise the original ECs. Participation was solicited and obtained from experts in clinical and academic geriatric PT; committee work lasted from 2021 to 2024. The committee recognized the intersection of the Domains of Competence Framework developed by the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA), American Council of Academic Physical Therapy, and the Academy of Education partnership, the geriatric medicine 5Ms model, and the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE) standards in guiding entry-level PT education. The committee determined that the Domains of Competence, Geriatric 5Ms, and CAPTE standards could synergistically enhance the establishment of contemporary ECs. Input from a nonresearch-based informational survey of APTA Geriatrics members, supported by feedback from discussion at a platform presentation at the APTA’s Combined Section Meeting San Diego 2023, informed the revised ECs presented in the current manuscript.

Outcome:
This manuscript presents the revised ECs and describes how each EC links to the Domains of Competence, the Geriatric 5Ms, and CAPTE standards. The updated ECs aim to promote best practices in entry-level PT education by providing all stakeholders clear and concise competency statements for the physical therapy examination and treatment of older adults.
Research Among People Living With Dementia or Mild Cognitive Impairment in Physiotherapy Journals: A Scoping Review
Authors: Omaña Humberto , Twum-Ampofo Winifred , Hunter Susan W. 
Published: December 2024

Background and Purpose:
Global estimates forecast an increase in the number of people living with dementia (PLWD) or mild cognitive impairment (MCI). Physiotherapists play an important role in the delivery of care to PLWD or MCI; however, physiotherapists report less confidence when working with PLWD or MCI, citing limited educational opportunities. Our scoping review sought to quantify and assess the type of research published in physiotherapy journals related to these groups of people.

Methods:
Fifteen journals were selected based on global physiotherapy representation, indexing, and online accessibility of archives. Extraction of all articles published within a decade (2011-2021) for the selected journals was completed. Inclusion criteria: (1) research reports, reviews, case studies, or expert opinion pieces related to PLWD or MCI and (2) published in English. Each article was categorized by type of article, clinical setting, type of dementia, physiotherapy focus, and Sackett’s system of hierarchy of evidence. An analysis of trends over time and a bibliometric assessment of research impact were performed.

Results and Discussion:
Of 11 091 articles identified, 67 were included. The most common country of origin was the United States (38.8%). Articles were mainly research reports (70.1%), from a community-dwelling setting (50.8%), with a combined physiotherapy focus (28.4%), and a level IV (37.3%) of hierarchy of evidence. Close to half of studies did not identify the underlying dementia type (43.3%, n = 29), followed by people living with Alzheimer’s dementia (28.4%, n = 19), combined groups of PLWD or MCI (20.9%, n = 14), and individuals with only MCI (7.5%, n = 5). Six articles on average related to PLWD or MCI were published annually (32.7 citation per article), and no growing trend was observed.

Conclusions:
Few articles published in prominent physiotherapy journals over the last decade were related to PLWD or MCI. Publication trends remained unchanged, and publication origins were from the Americas which impacts generalizability. Physiotherapists should attain complementary information on care for PLWD or MCI through more general rehabilitation journals. Physiotherapy journals should seek to promote research related to PLWD or MCI through different avenues (eg, special issues) as increased information is needed for clinicians to feel confident in providing informed care.
DE TUDO UM POUCO: O MATERIAL CERÂMICO ENCONTRADO EM DOIS SÍTIOS MULTICOMPONENCIAIS DO BAIXO RIO MADEIRA
Authors: Belletti Jaqueline da Silva 
Published: December 2024

RESUMO: Este artigo objetiva apresentar os resultados das análises cerâmicas realizadas com o material oriundo dos sítios Terra Preta (UTM central 21M 280715E / 9614954N) e Urucurituba Velho (UTM central 21M 286124E / 9608012N), localizados em áreas do atual município de Autazes (AM). Os resultados dos trabalhos de campo e de laboratório apontaram para a presença de uma relevante quantidade de materiais associados a diferentes tradições encontradas no Baixo Madeira, bem como levaram a indagações sobre possíveis relações entre os conjuntos cerâmicos dessa região com outras áreas da Bacia Amazônica.ABSTRACT: This article presents the results of the analyses of the ceramic material collected in the archaeological sites Terra Preta and Urucurituba Velho, located in the region of Autazes (AM). Such results attested the presence of a relevant quantity of material remains, associated to many different ceramic traditions, in the Lower Madeira River region. These findings lead to new discussions about the possible relations of the ceramic remains from the Lower Madeira area, and other regions in the Amazon Basin.