bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Outcome after Modified Maquet Procedure in dogs with unilateral cranial cruciate ligament rupture: Evaluation of recovery limb function by use of force plate gait analysis
Authors: Della Valle Giovanni , Caterino Chiara , Aragosa Federica , Micieli Fabiana , Costanza Dario , Di Palma Cristina , Piscitelli Alfonso , Fatone Gerardo 
Published: August 2021

Introduction
Cranial cruciate ligament failure is one of the principal causes of canine lameness. Several surgical procedures were proposed to achieve joint stabilisation; among these, the Modified Maquet Procedure involves using a titanium foam wedge to achieve and maintain the tibial tuberosity advancement. The force-plate analysis provides to objectively assess normal and abnormal gait and the outcome of different surgical techniques. The study evaluates the outcome of limbs that underwent Modified Maquet Procedure using land-force plate analysis comparing the operated limb with its healthy contralateral one as a control.

Materials and methods
Thirty-five dogs with unilateral cranial cruciate ligament rupture were evaluated. Outcome after surgery was assessed by orthopaedic and radiographic evaluations and force plate gait analysis performed before surgery, at 15, 30 and 90 days after surgery. For objective comparison of ground reaction forces, data of operated limb were compared to contralateral limb on each time control and Symmetry Index at 90 days was determined. Healing radiographic signs, minor and major complication were reported.

Results
A significant improvement in ground reaction forces was reached in all the treated limbs between set time intervals. The median percentage increase in ground reaction forces was constant from 15 to 90 days, with a Symmetry Index >9 in 54.2% of patients suggesting a normal gait symmetry. A complete bone healing was noticed at 90 days follow-up radiographic assessment. We experienced three major (8.5%) and one minor (2.8%) complications.

Conclusions
To the Authors’ knowledge, this is the first study in the veterinary literature that assessed outcomes of dogs undergoing Modified Maquet Procedure for the treatment of cranial cruciate ligament rupture using force plate gait analysis and healthy contralateral limb as a control group. Our results confirm that Modified Maquet Procedure is an effective method to stabilise the stifle joint.
24 Horas em São Paulo
Authors: Ghirardi Ana Luiza Ramazzina 
Published: August 2021

Debray (1992) sustenta que a história mediológica se inicia na logosfera (era da invenção da escrita até a imprensa), passa pela grafosfera (era da arte) e chega, finalmente, à videosfera (era visual). O processo de ensino-aprendizagem acompanhou essa transformação e passou de uma perspectiva centrada na escrita a uma configuração fundada em processos midiáticos, que demandam um novo letramento. Este artigo relata uma experiência pedagógica de aplicação de um processo intermidiático em um curso de língua estrangeira para graduandos em Letras. Nesse contexto, o aprendiz é capacitado a recriar um produto fonte em uma mídia destino digital através de uma cadeia midiática que favorece a formação e a aprendizagem da LE. A partir de um livro de leitura (produto fonte) realiza-se uma sequência didática que leva o aprendiz, desempenhando simultaneamente o papel de produtor e perceptor (ELLESTRÖM, 2017), a compreender criticamente novas narrativas multimodais.
Algebraische Detektion und Identifikation von Parameterfehlern in der Robotik
Authors: Lomakin Alexander , Deutscher Joachim 
Published: August 2021

Zusammenfassung
In diesem Beitrag wird eine neue algebraische Methode zur Detektion und Identifikation von Parameterfehlern für Roboter vorgestellt. Sie ist unabhängig von auftretenden Störungen und ermöglicht es, zusätzlich zu bestimmen, welche Fehler detektierbar sind. Das Verfahren basiert dabei auf der Rekonstruktion des Residuums als nichtlinearen differentialalgebraischen Ausdruck, der numerisch effizient mithilfe einer polynomialen Approximation ausgewertet wird. Daraus resultiert ein Ansatz für die Fehlerdetektion, -identifikation und -analyse, welcher mit FIR-Filtern, allein auf Basis von messbaren Signalen, effizient realisiert werden kann. Die vorgestellte Methode wird anschließend für einen SCARA-Roboter angewendet und durch eine Simulation validiert.
Methoden für inverse dynamische Spiele zur Identifikation des Verhaltens kooperativer Systeme
Authors: Inga Charaja Juan Jairo 
Published: August 2021

Zusammenfassung
Diese Arbeit behandelt inverse dynamische Spiele, welche eine Verallgemeinerung des inversen Problems der optimalen Regelung darstellen. Ziel dabei ist die Identifikation von Kostenfunktionen auf Basis von beobachteten optimalen Trajektorien. Die identifizierten Kostenfunktionen können individuelles Verhalten in kooperativen Systemen beschreiben, beispielweise menschliches Verhalten während der haptischen Interaktion mit anderen Menschen oder mit Maschinen.
Distribution of HOMA-IR in a population-based cohort and proposal for reference intervals
Authors: Matli Bassel , Schulz Andreas , Koeck Thomas , Falter Tanja , Lotz Johannes , Rossmann Heidi , Pfeiffer Norbert , Beutel Manfred , Münzel Thomas , Strauch Konstantin , Wild Philipp S. , Lackner Karl J. 
Published: August 2021

Abstract

Objectives
Insulin resistance (IR) is a hallmark of type 2 diabetes mellitus (DM). The homeostatic model assessment of insulin resistance (HOMA-IR) provides an estimate for IR from fasting glucose and insulin serum concentrations. The aim of this study was to obtain a reference interval for HOMA-IR for a specific insulin immunoassay.

Methods
The Gutenberg Health Study (GHS) is a population-based, prospective, single-center cohort study in Germany with 15,030 participants aged 35–74 years. Fasting glucose, insulin, and C-peptide were available in 10,340 participants. HOMA-IR was calculated in this group and three reference subgroups with increasingly more stringent inclusion criteria. Age- and sex-dependent distributions of HOMA-IR and reference intervals were obtained. In a substudy three insulin assays were compared and HOMA-IR estimated for each assay.

Results
Among the 10,340 participants analyzed there were 6,590 non-diabetic, 2,901 prediabetic, and 849 diabetic individuals. Median (interquartile range [IQR]) HOMA-IR was 1.54 (1.13/2.19), 2.00 (1.39/2.99), and 4.00 (2.52/6.51), respectively. The most stringently selected reference group consisted of 1,065 persons. Median (IQR) HOMA-IR was 1.09 (0.85/1.42) with no significant difference between men and women. The 97.5th percentile was 2.35. There was a non-significant trend towards higher values with older age. Comparison of three immunoassays for insulin showed an unsatisfactory correlation among the assays and systematic differences in calculated HOMA-IR.

Conclusions
We present HOMA-IR reference intervals for adults derived by more or less stringent selection criteria for the reference cohort. In addition we show that assay specific reference intervals for HOMA-IR are required.
Aqueous synthesis of Nb-modified SnO2 quantum dots for efficient photocatalytic degradation of polyethylene for in situ agricultural waste treatment
Authors: Shao Jia , Deng Kai , Chen Le , Guo Chaomeng , Zhao Congshan , Cui Jiayuan , Shen Tongan , Li Kewei , Liu Jianqiao , Fu Ce 
Published: August 2021

Abstract
Low density polyethylene is widely used in agricultural production. It is of low cost and able to significantly improve the quality of fruits. However, its decomposition under natural circumstances needs more than one hundred of years. If not removed in time, it is hazardous to the ecological environment and crops. Up to now, the removal techniques of polyethylene films are polluted, expensive, and difficult to employ. A novel method is proposed for in situ removal of polyethylene by an effective and environmental friendly technique with low cost. The Nb-modified SnO2 quantum dots are prepared for the efficient photocatalytic degradation of polyethylene under visible light. The green synthesis of the photocatalyst includes the procedures of hydrolysis, oxidation, and hydrothermal treatment in aqueous solution. The Nb-modified SnO2 has a band gap of 2.95 eV, which enhances its absorption of visible light. A degradation efficiency of 29% is obtained within 6 h under visible irradiation. The hydroxyl radicals (•OH) are main active species in the degradation process. The prepared Nb-SnO2 quantum dots demonstrate a promising application in the photocatalytic degradation of polyethylene, contributing a novel strategy for the in situ treatment of agricultural wastes.
Distant recurrence of endometrial cancer more than 10 years after hysterectomy: a case report
Authors: Khoo Boom Ping , Chew Kah Teik , Hing Erica Yee , Kampan Nirmala , Shafiee Mohamad Nasir 
Published: August 2021

Abstract

Objectives
Endometrial cancer is the sixth most common cancer among women and recurrence of after 10 years is extremely rare.

Case presentation
We reported a comprehensive review of histopathology, investigations and treatment regarding a woman with distant recurrence of endometrial cancer to rectus abdominis muscle after 23 years from the primary surgery. Previous published literatures of similar case were included into the review analysis. A total of 11 similar cases had been reported. Overall, 9 (81.8%) cases were stage 1 disease and only 2 cases were classified as stage II disease. The majority, 6 (54.5%) cases were endometrial adenocarcinoma. Majority of the cases shared the similarity of low grade endometrial cancer with positive oestrogen receptor immunophynetype.

Conclusions
Thus, the phenomenon of ‘cell dormancy’ was hypothesized to explain the mechanism of late recurrence for these cases.
Data-based prediction of microbial contamination in herbs and identification of optimal harvest parameters
Authors: Anlauf Stefan , Haghofer Andreas , Dirnberger Karl , Winkler Stephan 
Published: August 2021

Abstract
The quality of freshly harvested herbs is affected by several crucial factors, such as weather, tillage, fertilization, drying, and the harvesting process, e.g. Our main goal is to learn models that are able to predict spore contaminations in different types of herbs on the basis of information about the harvesting process, transport conditions, drying, and storage conditions. This shall enable us to identify optimal processing parameters, which will allow more effective and cost efficient contamination prevention. Using machine learning, we have generated ensembles of models that predict the risk for spore contamination on the basis of harvest processing parameters. The training information about contamination in herbs is given as results of laboratory analysis data. We applied different modeling algorithms (random forests, gradient boosting trees, genetic programming, and neural networks). In this paper we report on modeling results for yeast and mold contaminations in peppermint and nettle; e.g., for yeast contamination in peppermint we obtained models with 78.13% accuracy. Additionally, we use descriptive statistics to identify those parameters that have a statistically significant influence on the contamination; for example, our analysis shows that there seems to be a relationship between mold in peppermint and information about harrowing and the growth height (p = 0.001).
Quilting emergent advanced practice nursing educator identity: an arts-informed approach
Authors: MacGregor Emma , Serre Nicole , Cozzella Teresa , McGovern Barbara , Schindel Martin Lori 
Published: August 2021

Abstract

Objectives
Arts-informed pedagogy in the graduate nursing classroom is used to support the integration of theory with advanced practice nursing (APN) competencies (Canadian Nurses Association, 2008, 2019).

Methods
Using the patterns of knowing (Carper, 1978; Chinn & Kramer, 2018), Iwasiw & Goldenberg’s curriculum development model (2015) and practice development (McCormack, Manley, & Titchen, 2013), two course professors facilitated the delivery of an innovative arts-informed approach in a nursing graduate program, the Quilt.

Results
The Quilt was meant to invite graduate students to critically reflect and create a visual depiction of their emergent identities as advanced practice nurse educators (APNEs). As three graduate student authors, we reflect on our experiences engaging with arts-informed pedagogy to explore the features of the collective APNE identity. The design and delivery of the Quilt is described.

Conclusions
Finally, we discuss the lessons learned, and the value of arts-informed pedagogy to support the meaningful integration of theory amongst graduate nursing students becoming APNEs.
Nursing student and faculty attitudes about a potential genomics-informed undergraduate curriculum
Authors: Dewell Sarah , Ginn Carla , Benzies Karen , Seneviratne Cydnee 
Published: August 2021

Abstract

Objectives
To explore attitudes about adding genomic content to an undergraduate nursing curriculum. Genomic knowledge is essential to nursing education, but challenges exist for curriculum innovation. Few countries have guiding documents from national nursing organizations on genomic competencies for practice or education. Information on attitudes about genomics may provide guidance for curriculum development.

Methods
Nineteen undergraduate nursing students and two faculty from a school of nursing with two sites in western Canada participated. Five focus groups and four interviews were conducted using a semi-structured focus group guide. Data were analysed using thematic analysis. Coding was inductive.

Results
Characteristics of participants, eight key themes, and four future focal areas were identified to guide future research and curriculum development.

Conclusions
Global development of genomics-informed curricula will require a focus on increasing knowledge, defining scope and role, increasing visibility of role models, and preparing to implement precision health.
Reflective writing pedagogies in action: a qualitative systematic review
Authors: Mitchell Kim M. , Roberts Tara , Blanchard Laurie 
Published: August 2021

Abstract

Objectives
Reflective practice is a core value of nursing education and emphasizes the self as a source of learning. Writing and reflection are often viewed as inseparable. The goal of this qualitative meta-study is to explore the mechanisms writing stimulates to promote learning transformation for nursing students in both clinical and classroom contexts.

Methods
A literature search using the CINHAL, Medline, ERIC, and Academic Search Complete databases, using systematic methods, identified 26 papers and dissertations which gathered narrative data from nursing students in pre- and post-registration undergraduate courses.

Results
Three themes were found describing: 1) Evolving through time and space to reflect; 2) Surfacing and absorbing; and 3) Trust, judgement, and social desirability in the feedback process.

Conclusions
Transformative learning is promoted through forming a bond with faculty during the writing process to normalize emotions, create critical self-awareness, and providing a safe, non-judgemental space to reflect on their practice and their learning.
Pandemic management by a spatio–temporal mathematical model
Authors: Lazebnik Teddy , Bunimovich-Mendrazitsky Svetlana , Shami Labib 
Published: August 2021

Abstract
Many researchers have tried to predict the impact of the COVID-19 outbreak on morbidity, in order to help policy-makers find optimal isolation policies. However, despite the development and use of many models and sophisticated tools, these forecasting attempts have largely failed. We present a model that considers the severity of the disease and the heterogeneity of contacts between the population in complex space–time dynamics. Using mathematical and computational methods, the applied tool was developed to analyze and manage the COVID-19 pandemic (from an epidemiological point of view), with a particular focus on population heterogeneity in terms of age, susceptibility, and symptom severity. We show improved strategies to prevent an epidemic outbreak. We evaluated the model in three countries, obtaining an average mean square error of 0.067 over a full month of the basic reproduction number (R
0). The goal of this study is to create a theoretical framework for crisis management that integrates accumulated epidemiological considerations. An applied result is an open-source program for predicting the outcome of an isolation strategy for future researchers and developers who can use and extend our model.
Human Capital and Economic Growth in OECD Countries Revisited: Initial Stock versus Changes in the Stock of Human Capital Effects
Authors: Eftimoski Dimitar 
Published: August 2021

Abstract
This paper investigates the effect of human capital on economic growth in OECD countries by focusing on two different channels: (1) absorption of superior technologies, and (2) augmentation of factors of production. One recent empirical study found that in isolation each channel appears insignificant, which implies that estimates that emanate by restrictive specifications that account for only a subset of these channels are likely to suffer from an omitted variable bias. Using an augmented specification (with interaction terms between the initial level of real GDP per capita and the average years of schooling), we find that OECD countries that start with a higher stock of human capital grow faster, which implies that human capital influences economic growth through the first channel only. Our results differ from previous studies (that investigated both channels), which either confirmed the simultaneous (positive or neutral) effect from both channels, or found that only the second channel had an isolated positive effect. We use a broad array of measures as proxies for human capital (six measures for educational attainment, and two measures for health status). We also account for the quality of human capital.
Groups whose vanishing class sizes are prime powers
Authors: Mahmood Robati Sajjad , Hafezieh Balaman Roghayeh 
Published: August 2021

Abstract
For a finite group 𝐺, an element is called a vanishing element of 𝐺 if it is a zero of an irreducible character of 𝐺; otherwise, it is called a non-vanishing element.
Moreover, the conjugacy class of an element is called a vanishing class if that element is a vanishing element.
In this paper, we describe finite groups whose vanishing class sizes are all prime powers, and on the other hand we show that non-vanishing elements of such a group lie in the Fitting subgroup which is a proof of a conjecture mentioned in [I. M. Isaacs, G. Navarro and T. R. Wolf, Finite group elements where no irreducible character vanishes, J. Algebra
222 (1999), 2, 413–423] under this special restriction on vanishing class sizes.
A novel connected structure of all-optical high speed and ultra-compact photonic crystal OR logic gate
Authors: Derdour Roumaissa , Lebbal Mohamed Redha , Mouetsi Souheil , Hocini Abdesselam 
Published: August 2021

Abstract
A new connected structure of an all-optical “OR” logic gate realized with photonic crystals is proposed in this study. The structure is based on coupling the input guides with two microcavities; the unit cell of the structure is designed to achieve a band gap around the communication wavelength (i.e., 1.55 µm). The performance of the structure results in transmission efficiency and low losses. This compact size logic gate is considered an important element in the integration of a nanoscale photonic device.
Desmodilliscus braueri crania compared to Pachyuromys duprasi (Desmodilliscini, Gerbillinae, Rodentia)
Authors: Alhajeri Bader H. 
Published: August 2021

Abstract
Molecular phylogenies support the monophyly of Desmodilliscus braueri and Pachyuromys duprasi as a clade basally split from all other gerbillines. While this monophyly supports their placement in a single tribe (Desmodilliscini), no morphological synapomorphies exist among desmodilliscines. This study compares the scale-independent cranial shapes of these two species using geometric morphometrics to determine how they differ and/or converge. Tribal synapomorphies, should they exist, may appear as interspecifically invariable cranial regions. No such invariable cranial regions were detected. The two species significantly differed in cranial size and shape. A small part of shape variation was allometric, with a weak unique allometric effect. No sexual size nor shape dimorphism was found. The sister taxa greatly differed in almost all cranial features, with Pachyuromys (when compared to Desmodilliscus) having a larger-sized cranium, with a larger bulla and suprameatal triangle, a more posteriorly placed palatine foramina, and more anteriorly shifted (and reduced) rostral cranial structures, due to being crowded by the hypertrophied bulla. Cranial variation patterns are consistent with the literature. The extreme morphological divergence among these species is explained by the distant divergence time and ecological differences. Absence of cranial shape synapomorphies does not preclude synapomorphies in other craniodental morphological features (e.g., detailed morphology of the dentition and cranial foramina) or in other morphological structures, such as the postcranial skeleton.
Blow-up results of the positive solution for a class of degenerate parabolic equations
Authors: Dong Chenyu , Ding Juntang 
Published: August 2021

Abstract
This paper is devoted to discussing the blow-up problem of the positive solution of the following degenerate parabolic equations:

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Performance analysis of photo-electrochemical photodetector based on liquid-phase exfoliation few-layered graphdiyne nanosheets
Authors: Yin Peng , Bao Wenli , Gao Lingfeng , Kang Jianlong , Huang Rui , Wang Xin , Wei Songrui , Ge Yanqi , Zhang Han 
Published: August 2021

Abstract
The band gap of two-dimensional (2D) materials become a hot issue for photoelectric detection. Recently, public attention is thoroughly aroused as to the remarkable electrical transport characteristic and super photoresponse of 2D graphdiyne. The simulation results show that the photoresponse can be adjusted in various solutions based on the graphdiyne nanosheets with different sizes and thicknesses. Based on few-layered graphdiyne nanosheets prepared by a liquid-phase exfoliation method, a photoelectrochemical (PEC)-type few-layered graphdiyne photodetector is demonstrated in this paper. A group of PEC tests are carried out in neutral solution to verify the simulation results. The as-prepared graphdiyne photodetector possesses high photocurrent density, effective responsivity and excellent cycle stability in condition of KCl electrolyte and solar illuminance. The detectivity of the PEC-type graphdiyne photodetector can be easy to adjust by altering electrolyte concentration and other corresponding parameters, which indicates the proposed equipment can be a good candidate for photoelectric detection.