bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Ultraviolet Radiation/persulphate/hydrogen Peroxide Treatment System for Acid Blue 80 Dye Degradation of Batch Flow Chemical Reactor: Effects of Operational Parameters, Mineralisation, Energy Consumption, and Kinetic Studies
Authors: Al–Musawi Tariq , Yilmaz Murat , Mahvi Amir , Mohebi Samaneh , balarak davoud 
Published: November 2021

Abstract
This study offers a comprehensive investigation into the efficiency of degradation of acid blue 80 (AB80) dye using a system using ultraviolet (UV) radiation combined with hydrogen peroxide (H2O2) and persulphate (PS) oxidants (UV/PS/H2O2). The degradation reactions were performed under different values of PS and H2O2 concentrations, initial AB80 dye concentration, pH, UV intensity, and contact time. The results revealed that the UV/H2O2 provided the best performance at pH of 5, while the best performance for the UV/PS and UV/PS/H2O2 systems was obtained at pH of 7. Besides, 15 mmol was found to be the optimum concentration for both oxidants. The efficiency of the combined process of the UV/PS/H2O2 was higher than that of the other two processes i.e., UV/PS and UV/H2O2, which was 98.2% for a dye concentration of 25 mg/L. Further, the BOD5/COD ratios at the beginning and end of the UV/PS/H2O2 process were 0.19 and 0.52, respectively, indicative of the conversion of the non-biodegradable dye molecules to biodegradable compounds. The toxicity test was performed using the bioassay method with Daphnia magna, and 90% reduction in toxicity was observed in the effluent. The lethal concentration 50 (LC50) indicator was found to be 4.7 mg/L for the dye solution. The results also revealed that the degradation data followed the pseudo-first-order kinetics, and the reaction rate constant was higher for the UV/PS/H2O2 system than for the other systems. The rate of mineralisation by this process was 0.92. Scavenging studies also showed that both the sulphate (SO°-4) and hydroxyl (OH°) radicals play an important role in the degradation process. Energy consumption in the UV/H2O2, UV/PS, and UV/PS/H2O2 processes was 61, 47.8, and 20.8 kWh/m3, respectively. On conclusion, the UV/PS/H2O2 is an effective and applicable process for the treatment of dye in wastewater, particularly when the medium is neutral.
Evaluation of Groundwater in Udi L.G.A. in Enugu State, Nigeria
Authors: Abbey Minaibim E. , Onyebueke Dennis E. , Ashaka Godspower O. , Ezeife Chikanso K. 
Published: November 2021

Abstract
Groundwater has remained indispensable in Enugu state Nigeria owing to industrialization, lack of surface water, and significant depth to aquifer in the area. A geophysical investigation involving vertical electrical soundings was conducted in order to evaluate groundwater potential at some locations in the Udi Local Government Area of Enugu State. With the aid of resistivity instrument ABEM Terrameter, four (4) Vertical Electrical Sounding using Schlumberger configuration were conducted, and the data acquired was interpreted using WINRESIST software. Information obtains from the survey shows that the underlying geological formation in those areas has between 5 – 7 layers. The apparent resistivity obtained in all the layers of the locations ranges from 47.1 – 6956.8 Ωm, while the aquifer was interpreted to exist at a depth between 90 – 120m. Result obtained from this geophysical investigation has shown that the survey area possesses a good groundwater potential which will go a long way in cushioning the effect associated with water scarcity in the area if exploited.
Lipid absorption and overall intestinal lymphatic transport are impaired following partial small bowel resection in mice
Authors: Onufer Emily J. , Czepielewski Rafael S. , Han Yong-Hyun , Courtney Cathleen M. , Sutton Stephanie , Sescleifer Anne , Randolph Gwendalyn J. , Warner Brad W. 
Published: November 2021

Abstract
Short bowel syndrome (SBS) is associated with diminished levels of serum fats caused by unknown mechanisms. We have shown that mesenteric lymphatics remodel to a more primitive state one week after small bowel resection (SBR); therefore, this study focuses on the effect of chronic lymphatic remodeling and magnitude of resection on intestinal fatty acid uptake and transport. C57BL6 and Prox1 creER-Rosa26LSLTdTomato (lymphatic reporter) mice underwent 50% or 75% proximal SBR or sham operations. Functional transport of lipids and fecal fat content was measured and lymphatic vasculature was compared via imaging. There was a significant reduction in functional transport of cholesterol and triglyceride after SBR with increasing loss of bowel, mirrored by a progressive increase in fecal fat content. We also describe significant morphological changes in the lymphatic vasculature in both the lamina propria and mesentery. Intestinal lymphatic drainage assay in vivo demonstrated a marked reduction of systemic absorption after resection. Intestinal lymphatic vessels significantly remodel in the setting of chronic SBS. This remodeling results in impaired intestinal transport of fat via the compromised lymphatic architecture, contributing to decreased fatty acid uptake. We believe that these changes may contribute to the development of IFALD, a major morbidity in patients with SBS.
Weighted P-Rank Algorithm Based on aHeterogeneous Scholarly Network
Authors: Zhou Jian , Feng Lin , Liu Shenglan , Yang Jie , Cai Ning 
Published: November 2021

Abstract
The evaluation of scientific article has always been a very challenging task because of the dynamicchange of citation networks. Over the past decades, plenty of studies have been conducted on thistopic. However, most of the current methods do not consider the link weightings between differentnetworks, which might lead to biased article ranking results. To tackle this issue, we develop aweighted P-Rank algorithm based on a heterogeneous scholarly network for article ranking evaluation.In this study, the corresponding link weightings in heterogeneous scholarly network can be updatedby calculating citation relevance, authors’ contribution, and journals’ impact. To further boost theperformance, we also employ the time information of each article as a personalized PageRank vectorto balance the bias to earlier publications in the dynamic citation network. The experiments areconducted on three public datasets (arXiv, Cora, and MAG). The experimental results demonstratedthat weighted P-Rank algorithm significantly outperforms other ranking algorithms on arXiv andMAG datasets, while it achieves competitive performance on Cora dataset. Under different networkconfiguration conditions, it can be found that the best ranking result can be obtained by jointlyutilizing all kinds of weighted information.
Hyaluronan and Proteoglycan Link Protein 1 (HAPLN1) Promotes Viability of Rheumatoid Arthritis Fibroblast-Like Synoviocytes
Authors: Chen Yong , Wang Baojiang , Chen Yanjuan , Wu Qunyan , Nandakumar Kutty Selva , Liu Dongzhou 
Published: November 2021

Abstract
Background

To investigate HAPLN1 contribution to the viability of RA-FLSs and identify its potential role in RA pathogenesis.
Methods

Plasma levels and synovial expression of HAPLN1 were compared between healthy controls, and osteoarthritis (OA) and RA patients. Proliferation and migration of RA-FLSs transfected with siHAPLN1, HAPLN1OE (over-expression vector) and respective controls or treated with rHAPLN1 were measured by MTT and CCK8 assays as well as wound healing and transwell assays. RT-qPCR and automated WB analysis were used to compare the expression of AMPK-ɑ, TNF-ɑ, TGF-β, ACAN, MMPs, Cyclin-D1 and Ki-67 after siHAPLN1 or HAPLN1OE transfection. Proteomics and mRNA-seq analysis was done to study the differentially expressed proteins/genes after siHAPLN1 or rHAPLN1 treatment.
Results

Expression of HAPLN1 was increased in the plasma samples and synovium tissues of RA patients. HAPLN1OE transfected or rHAPLN1 treated RA-FLSs showed an increased proliferation capacity. However, Si-HAPLN1 has failed to affect the viability of RA-FLSs, though it decreased the migration ability of these cells. On the other hand, HAPLN1OE or rHAPLN1 had inhibitory effect on migration. Both si-HAPLN1 and HAPLN1OE treated RA-FLSs had down-regulated AMPK-ɑ gene expression, while protein level was found to be up-regulated. Furthermore, si-HAPLN1 has down-regulated TNF-ɑ, MMPs, IL-6, TGF-β, fibronectin and ACAN levels, while HAPLN1OE has up-regulated the levels of TNF-ɑ, MMPs, IL-6 and ACAN. Proteomics and mRNA-Seq analysis demonstrated HAPLN1 function in the activation of inflammation, proliferation, increased cell adhesion and strengthening of ECM function.
Conclusons:

HAPLN1 accelerated the proliferation of RA-FLSs but inhibited its migration ability. HAPLN1 network was found to be mainly involved in the activation of inflammation, cell proliferation and increased cell adhesion.
Functional Outcomes of Cochlear Implantation in Children with Bilateral Cochlear Nerve Aplasia
Authors: Choe Goun , Kim Young Seok , Suh Myung-Whan , Park Moo Kyun , Oh Seung-Ha , Lee Sang-Yeon , Lee Jun Ho 
Published: November 2021

Abstract
Many otologists face a dilemma in the decision-making process of surgical management of patients with cochlear nerve (CN) aplasia. Currently, evidence on cochlear implantation (CI) outcomes in patients with CN aplasia is limited. We scrutinized functional outcomes in 37 ears of 21 children with bilateral CN aplasia who underwent unilateral or bilateral CI based on cross-sectional and longitudinal assessments. The Categories of Auditory Performance (CAP) scores gradually improved throughout the 3-year follow-up; however, variable outcomes existed between individuals. Specifically, the majority of recipients with a 1-year postoperative CAP score ≤1 remained steady or achieved awareness of environmental sounds, while recipients with early stage hearing benefit had markedly improved auditory performance and could possibly discriminate some speech without lipreading. Meanwhile, intraoperative electrically evoked compound action potential was not correlated with postoperative CAP score. The dynamic range between T and C levels remained unchanged. Our results further refine those of previous studies on the clinical feasibility of CI as the first treatment modality to elicit favorable auditory performance in children with CN aplasia. However, special attention should be paid to pediatric patients with an early postoperative CAP score ≤1 for identification of unsuccessful cochlear implants and switching to auditory brainstem implants.
Long-Term Outcomes After Extra-Levator Versus Conventional Abdominoperineal Excision for Low Rectal Cancer
Authors: Haoyu Zhang , Li Ganbin , Cao Ke , Zhai Zhiwei , Wei Guanghui , Ye Chunxiang , Zhao Baocheng , Wang Zhenjun , Han Jiagang 
Published: November 2021

Abstract
PurposeExtralevator (ELAPE) and abdominoperineal excision (APE) are two major surgical approaches for low rectal cancer patients. Although excellent short-term efficacy is achieved in patients undergoing ELAPE, the long-term benefits have not been established. In this study we compared the survival outcomes in low rectal cancer patients who underwent ELAPE and APE.MethodsOne hundred fourteen patients were enrolled, including 68 in the ELAPE group and 46 in the APE group at the Beijing Chaoyang Hospital, Capital Medical University from January 2011 to December 2018. The baseline characteristics, overall survival (OS), progression-free survival (PFS), and local recurrence-free survival (LRFS) were calculated and compared between the two groups.ResultsDemographics and tumor stage were comparable between the two groups. The 5-year PFS (67.2 per cent versus 38.6 per cent, log-rank P = 0.008) and LRFS (87.0 per cent versus 62.3 per cent, log-rank P = 0.047) were significantly improved in the ELAPE group compared to the APE group, and the survival advantage was especially reflected in patients with pT3 tumors, positive lymph nodes or even those who have not received neoadjuvant chemoradiotherapy. Multivariate analysis showed that APE was an independent risk factor for OS (hazard ratio 3.000, 95 per cent c.i. 1.171 to 4.970, P = 0.004) and PFS (hazard ratio 2.730, 95 per cent c.i. 1.506 to 4.984, P = 0.001).Conclusion Compared with APE, ELAPE improved long-term outcomes for low rectal cancer patients, especially among patients with pT3 tumors, positive lymph nodes or those without neoadjuvant chemoradiotherapy.
Investigating how different classes of nest predators respond to the playback of the begging calls of nestling birds
Authors: Liu Shilong , Xie Qiao , Jiang Aiwu , Goodale Eben 
Published: November 2021

Abstract
Background

Begging brings benefits and costs for nestling birds: it can indicate their needs to their parents, but it can also be a cue used by predators to find the nest. The costs, like many variables related to nest predation, can be specific to what kinds of predators are present and their auditory capabilities. These costs and benefits could also be affected by human noise, as noise could disrupt communication to parents and eavesdropping by predators, although human-produced noise might be easily ignored if predators can hear high-frequency components of the begging. We studied nest predation on a generalist bird, the Red-whiskered Bulbul Pycnonotus jocosus, in a tropical rainforest in which there are many kinds of nest predators, including birds, mammals and reptiles.
Results

In a total of 160 artificial nests, we broadcast recordings of begging nestlings, with and without traffic noise, at two volume levels. We hypothesized that playback would increase predation relative to a silent control, and that mixing in traffic noise with the begging would decrease predation, as the begging signal was masked. However, we hypothesized that some predators, particularly small mammals with sensitive high-frequency hearing, might ignore the traffic noise. We found that predation was lowest for the control treatment, and lower for treatments mixed with traffic noise than for those without it. Small mammals, however, showed an unexpected pattern, strongly avoiding the treatments with traffic noise.
Conclusion

Our results demonstrate the human-associated noise can disturb nest predators and influence which kinds of predators use begging to locate nests.
Factors that Influence Modern Contraceptive use Among Women Aged 35 - 49 Years and their Male Partners in Gomoa West District, Ghana: A Qualitative Study
Authors: Takyi Amy , Sato Miho , Adjabeng Michael , Smith Chris 
Published: November 2021

Abstract
Background: The use of contraception among women aged 35 to 49 years is imperative due to the risk of unplanned pregnancy and poor obstetric outcomes. However, the use of contraceptives in this age group has been reported to be low. In Ghana, studies are limited that determine factors influencing contraception among women in this age group, in particular the influence of husbands. This study aims to ascertain factors that influence contraception among women aged 35 to 49 years and their male partners. Objectives: The objective of the study was to describe factors that influence modern contraceptive use among women aged 35 to 49 years and their male partners in the Gomoa West District of Ghana. Methods: A total of 44 informants participated in the study. In-depth interviews were conducted remotely for 22 women, 15 male partners of women interviewed, and seven family planning service providers. Twenty-one informants participated in four focus group discussions organized. A simple thematic analysis was undertaken. Results: Factors that influenced the use of modern contraceptives were achieved desired family size, counselling by health professionals, health reasons, and influence of male partner. Barriers to using modern contraceptives included religious or socio-cultural reasons, experience or fear of side effects, rumors or misconceptions, and the belief that contraceptive use is a matter for women. Conclusions: This study described factors that influence contraception among women 35 to 49 years and their male partners. All informants used some form of contraception, although traditional contraceptive method users (TCMUs) did not consider traditional contraceptive methods (TCMs) as a form of contraception. Education on effective TCMs as an alternative for non-users of modern contraceptive methods (MCMs) is needed. Strengthening male involvement in family planning and health educational activities could alleviate fear and reduce misconceptions about using modern contraceptives.
EEG resting-state functional connectivity: evidence for an imbalance of external/ internal information integration in Autism
Authors: Wantzen Prany , Clochon Patrice , Doidy Franck , Wallois Fabrice , Mahmoudzadeh Mahdi , Desaunay Pierre , Mille Christian , Guilé Jean-Marc , Guénolé Fabian , Eustache Francis , Baleyte Jean-Marc , Guillery-Girard Bérengère 
Published: November 2021

Abstract
Background

Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is associated with atypical neural activity in resting-state. Most of the studies have focused on abnormalities in alpha-frequency, as a marker of ASD dysfunctions. However, few have explored alpha synchronization, with a specific interest in resting-state networks: the default mode network (DMN), the sensorimotor network (SMN), and the dorsal attention network (DAN). These functional connectivity analyses provide relevant insight into the neurophysiological correlates of multimodal integration in ASD.
Methods

Using the high temporal resolution of EEG, the present study investigates the functional connectivity in the alpha band within and between the DMN, SMN, and the DAN. We examined eyes-closed EEG alpha lagged phase synchronization, using standardized Low-Resolution Brain Electromagnetic Tomography (sLORETA) in 29 participants with ASD and 38 age,- sex- and IQ-matched typically developing (TD) controls.
Results

We observed reduced functional connectivity in the ASD group relative to TD controls, within and between the DMN, the SMN, and the DAN. We identified three hubs of dysconnectivity in ASD: the posterior cingulate cortex, the precuneus, and the medial frontal gyrus. These three regions also presented decreased current source density in the alpha band.
Conclusion

These results may account for impairments in multimodal - sensory and internal information - integration frequently observed in ASD. Underconnectivity potentially involves difficulties switching between this externally oriented attention and internally oriented thoughts and, more broadly, may impact embodied cognition.
Prognostic prediction of preoperative nutritional status in low-grade appendiceal mucinous neoplasms
Authors: Wang Bing , Ma Ruiqing , Shi Guanjun , Yang Zhenpeng , Tang Huazhen , Lu Shuai , Wang Yuying , Qu Jinxiu , Rao Benqiang , Xu Hongbin 
Published: November 2021

Abstract
Background

To describe the preoperative nutritional status of Low-grade Appendiceal Mucinous Neoplasms (LAMNs) and identify prognostic factors for survival.
Methods

Medical records from 165 patients with LAMNs who attended the Aerospace Center Hospital, Beijing, China between January 2017, and December 2018 were retrospectively reviewed. Survival analysis was performed with the Kaplan-Meier method, the log-rank test, and a Cox proportional hazards model.
Results

Among 165 patients, 59 (36%) were male and 106 (64%) were female. Patient’s median age was 58 years (range, 20 to 78 years). Univariate analysis indicated that gender, weight loss, prior surgical score (PSS), red blood cell, albumin, peritoneal cancer index (PCI), completeness of cytoreduction (CCR), and hyperthermic intraperitoneal chemotherapy (HIPEC) were related to prognosis. Multivariate analysis showed that PSS, CCR and HIPEC were independent predictors of prognosis.
Conclusions

The preoperative nutritional status of patients plays an important role in predicting prognosis. Patients can benefit from a complete cytoreductive surgery (CCRS) and HIPEC in an experienced institution for the first medical treatment.
Design and Analysis of a Three-Dimensional Discrete Memristive Chaotic System with Infinite Wide Parameter Range
Authors: Huang Lilian , Liu Jin , Xiang Jianhong , Zhang Zefeng 
Published: November 2021

Abstract
In this paper, a new discrete memristive chaotic system with infinitely wide parameter range is designed. Firstly, a discrete memristor based on a triangular wave function is constructed. The memristor conforms to the definition of generalized memristor, and a new three-dimensional memristive chaotic system is designed based on it. Numerical simulations show that it can generate chaotic sequences with high complexity.Otherwise, an improved perturbation method is proposed to estimate the output sequence of the differential system. At the same time, it is proved mathematically that the new system can always be in chaotic or hyperchaotic state with infinitely wide parameter range under certain conditions. By observing the Lyapunov exponent spectrum and the phase diagram, it is found as the absolute value of the parameter increases, the output range and ergodicity of the new system are also enhanced, and the new system has super multi-stability. This paper analyzes the mechanism of the discrete memristive chaotic system generating infinitely coexisting attractors, puts forward a method to make ordinary chaotic systems easier to obtain super multi-stability, and verifies it. The results show it is effective. Finally, the DSP hardware platform is used to implement the new system, which proves the physical existence and realizability of the system.
Organic Mulching can Suppress Litchi Downy Blight Through Modification of Soil Microbial Community Structure and Functional Potentials
Authors: Xu Dandan , Ling Jinfeng , Qiao Fang , Xi Pinggen , Zeng Yani , Zhang Jianfan , Lan Cuizhen , Jiang Zide , Peng Aitian , Li Pingdong 
Published: November 2021

Abstract
Background: Organic mulching is an important management practice in agricultural production to improve soil quality, control crop pests and diseases and increase the biodiversity of soil microecosystem. However, the information about soil microbial diversity and composition in litchi plantation response to organic mulching and its attribution to litchi downy blight severity was limited. This study aimed to investigate the effect of organic mulching on litchi downy blight, and evaluate the biodiversity and antimicrobial potential of soil microbial community of litchi plantation soils under organic mulching. Results: Organic mulching could decrease the disease incidence in the litchi plantation. As a result of high-throughput 16S rRNA and ITS rDNA gene illumine sequencing, higher bacterial and fungal community diversity indexes were found in organic mulching soils, the relative abundance of norank f norank o Vicinamibacterales, norank f Vicinamibacteraceae, norank f Xanthobacteraceae, Unclassified c sordariomycetes, Aspergillus and Thermomyces were significant more than that in control soils. Isolation and analysis of antagonistic microorganism showed that 29 antagonistic bacteria strains and 37 antagonistic fungi strains were unique for mulching soils.Conclusions: Thus, we believe that organic mulching has a positive regulatory effect on the litchi downy blight and the soil microbial communities, and so, is more suitable for litchi plantation.