bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Praise and Language Intervention: Is “Good Job” Helping Us Do a Good Job? A Tutorial
Authors: Benson-Goldberg Sofia , Erickson Karen A. 
Published: November 2024

Purpose:
Speech-language pathologists often use praise during intervention to encourage children and manage behaviors. Praise is often believed to promote improved performance. Unfortunately, it is unlikely that praise leads to improved performance, especially during language intervention provided during therapy sessions. Given the widespread use of praise, it is important for speech-language pathologists to understand the forms and functions of praise, as well as the potential impacts of praise on language learning outcomes. The purpose of this tutorial is to encourage speech-language pathologists to reflect upon and critique their own use of praise in language learning interventions.

Method:
The forms and functions of praise are reviewed, followed by a discussion of the role of praise in language interventions. Alternatives to praise are discussed.

Conclusion:
This tutorial provides a comprehensive review of the forms and functions of praise and offers speech-language pathologists alternatives that are more likely to improve language learning outcomes.
Self‐similar traffic prediction for LEO satellite networks based on LSTM
Authors: Zhang Yan , Wang Yong , Cao Haotong , Hu Yihua , Lin Zhi , An Kang , Li Dong 
Published: November 2024

AbstractTraffic prediction serves as a critical foundation for traffic balancing and resource management in Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite networks, ultimately enhancing the efficiency of data transmission. The self‐similarity of traffic sequences stands as a key indicator for accurate traffic prediction. In this article, the self‐similarity of satellite traffic data was first analyzed, followed by the construction of a satellite traffic prediction model based on an improved Long Short‐Term Memory (LSTM). An early stopping mechanism was incorporated to prevent overfitting during the model training process. Subsequently, the Diebold‐Mariano (DM) test method was applied to assess the significance of the prediction effect between the proposed model and the comparison model. The experimental results demonstrated that the improved LSTM satellite traffic prediction model achieved the best prediction performance, with Root Mean Squared Error values of 18.351 and 8.828 on the two traffic datasets, respectively. Furthermore, a significant difference was observed in the DM test compared to the other models, providing a solid basis for subsequent satellite traffic planning.
Plane wave diffraction by a semi‐infinite parallel‐plate waveguide with partial material loading: The case of H polarisation
Authors: Zhang Tong , Kobayashi Kazuya 
Published: November 2024

AbstractThe analysis of diffraction by a semi‐infinite parallel‐plate waveguide with partial material loading is rigorously carried out using the Wiener–Hopf technique for the H‐polarised plane wave incidence. In solving the Wiener–Hopf equations, the authors apply the Modified Residue Calculus Technique (MRCT) to achieve highly accurate solutions. The scattered field in real space is explicitly derived by performing the inverse Fourier transform of the solution in the transform domain. Within the waveguide, the scattered field is represented in terms of the waveguide TM modes, while the external field is asymptotically evaluated by applying the saddle‐point method to yield a far field expression. The authors present representative numerical examples of the radar cross section for various physical parameters and discuss the far‐field scattering characteristics in detail. Comparisons with the E‐polarisation are also given.
Unveiling the Secrets of Life—IOZ’s Explorations and Contributions
Authors: Qiao Gexia 
Published: November 2024

With a history of 96 years, the Institute of Zoology (IOZ) is one of the oldest scientific research institutions of the Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS). Since its establishment, IOZ has consistently served the national strategy and pursued the forefront of science. Since 1978 when China implemented a reform and opening up policy, especially over the past two decades, IOZ has achieved a series of world-leading science and technology achievements, deepening our understanding of mechanisms of cell programming and reprogramming, reproductive and developmental regulation, stem cell and regenerative medicine, integrated management of pest insects and rodents, endangered mechanisms and conservation of species, and animal taxonomy and evolution. In the future, IOZ will strive to seize the science highland by optimizing the layout of its disciplinary development, attracting and fostering talents, and constructing world-class research facilities and platforms, aiming to be a leading institution for the continuous innovation and development of life science both in China and the world.
Fast-tracking ERCP learning with the Boškoski–Costamagna Trainer: results of a multicenter randomized clinical trial
Authors: Teles de Campos Sara , Boškoski Ivo , Voiosu Theodor , Salmon Maurine , Costamagna Guido , Langers Alexandra , van Hooft Jeanin E. , Vanbiervliet Geoffroy , Gomercic Cécile , Lemmers Arnaud , Fockens Paul , Voermans Rogier P. , Barthet Marc , Gonzalez Jean-Michel , Laleman Wim , Tarantino Ilaria , Poley Jan Werner , de Ridder Rogier , Conchillo José M. , Bruno Marco J. , de Jonge Pieter J.F. , Devière Jacques , Arvanitakis Marianna 
Published: November 2024

Abstract
Background Achieving competence in endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) requires extensive training. Recognizing the potential of simulator-based education for safe and effective skill development, we aimed to assess whether initial training with the Boškoski–Costamagna ERCP Trainer (BCT) is beneficial compared with conventional training alone (i.e. predictive validity).
Methods A prospective multicenter randomized trial involving 16 novice ERCP trainees, randomly assigned to intervention or control groups, was performed. Both underwent hands-on training, with the intervention group receiving additional simulation training during the first 3 months. Each trainee was required to complete a minimum of 60 ERCPs in up to 1 year. The TEESAT score evaluated rates of global overall competence (primary outcome), biliary cannulation, and adverse events (AEs; secondary outcomes). Mixed-effect logistic regression models assessed differences in between-group ERCP procedure competence and success. Learning curves were generated cumulatively over the training period.
Results 1106 ERCPs (562 simulator group; 544 control group) were included. Although no statistically significant difference in global overall competence was observed between the groups, possibly owing to data heterogeneity, simulation training demonstrated higher success for native biliary cannulation (52% vs. 42%; P<0.001) and faster median (interquartile range) biliary cannulation times (3 [6] vs. 5 [8] minutes; P<0.001). The simulator group also showed faster improvements in overall performance, native biliary cannulation, and sphincterotomy. No statistical difference was found in overall AEs between the groups.
Conclusion Early simulation training with the BCT improved technical competence in native biliary cannulation and accelerated overall ERCP learning. This approach has the potential to enhance ERCP training programs.
Cerebral Changes Following Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Treated with Guided Plasticity: A Prospective, Randomized, Placebo-Controlled Study
Authors: Flondell Magnus , Mannfolk Peter , Rosén Birgitta , Björkman-Burtscher Isabella M. , Björkman Anders 
Published: November 2024

Abstract
Background Compression neuropathy, such as carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS), results in changed afferent nerve signaling, which may result in changes in somatosensory brain areas. The purpose of this study was to assess cerebral changes following unilateral CTS and to assess short-term and long-term cerebral effects of guided plasticity treatment using ipsilateral cutaneous forearm deafferentation.
Methods Twenty-four patients with mild-to-moderate unilateral CTS were randomized to treatment with anesthetic cream (EMLA) or placebo. Patient-rated outcomes were assessed using Boston CTS questionnaire and disability of arm, shoulder, and hand questionnaire (QuickDASH). Patients were assessed for tactile discrimination and dexterity. Cortical activation during sensory stimulation was evaluated with functional magnetic resonance imaging at 3T. Assessments were performed at baseline, 90 minutes, and 8 weeks after treatment.
Results Functional magnetic resonance imaging showed that sensory stimulation of the hand with CTS resulted in significantly less cortical activation in the primary somatosensory cortex (S1) than stimulation of the healthy hand. Treatment with cutaneous forearm deafferentation on the side with CTS resulted in increased cortical activation in S1 both after the initial treatment and following 8 weeks of treatment. In addition, QuickDASH and tactile discrimination showed improvement in the EMLA group over time.
Conclusions Stimulation of median nerve-innervated fingers in patients with unilateral CTS results in smaller-than-normal activation in the contralateral S1. Cutaneous forearm anesthesia on the side with CTS results in larger activation in S1, suggesting recruitment of more neurons, and a slight improvement in sensory function.
Improving brand love through branded apps: is that possible?
Authors: Tran Trang P. , Zemanek James E. , Sakib Md. Nazmus 
Published: November 2024

AbstractAs organizations are gradually shifting their emphasis from customer acquisition to creating customer engagement and participation, mobile applications serve as an important tool for organizations to encourage and enhance customers’ active engagement and to serve as brand ambassadors. Previous research outlines that consumer engagement with branded mobile apps can lead to customer loyalty but has yet to examine the effects of branded mobile apps on brand love. Building on the Technology Acceptance Model (TAM) and consumers’ utilitarian and hedonic motivations of using technology, this study provides a comprehensive framework on how consumers’ brand love can be attained through branded apps. In this process, this research identified three primary app attributes namely perceived ease of use, perceived usefulness, and perceived entertainment and examined their direct and indirect influences on brand love through app attitude and app satisfaction. The results from 323 branded app users revealed that out of those three primary app attributes, only perceived usefulness serves as a key driver of brand love. Perceived entertainment may enhance the attitude towards the app but it does not improve brand love. And, perceived ease of use has no impact on either the attitude towards the app or brand love. These findings provide valuable insights and recommendations for researchers and managers alike.
Combating tax crimes in Indonesia: tackling the issue head-on
Authors: Nurferyanto Dwi , Takahashi Yoshi 
Published: November 2024

AbstractTaxes are undeniably the lifeblood of a country’s financing. However, tax evasion is becoming increasingly rampant in Indonesia, resulting in substantial state losses. Enhanced tax enforcement policies are necessary to combat this crime. The Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) has established principles for fighting tax crimes; however, the Indonesian government has been unable to integrate these principles into its tax enforcement policies, leading to gaps related to strategy, investigative powers, organizational structure, resources, and cooperation, which prevent the current measures from being fully effective. This article conducts a descriptive, evaluative, and comparative study of the Directorate General of Taxes’ (DGT) current tax enforcement policy and proposed practices based on the OECD’s principles to identify and elaborate on these gaps and analyse internal and external obstacles hindering effective implementation. This study’s findings reveal a fundamental difference between tax and legal interests that must be appropriately managed within their boundaries; therefore, the key to improving tax enforcement policy in Indonesia lies in combining Primum Remedium (criminal sanctions as the initial response) and Ultimum Remedium (criminal sanctions as the last resort) strategies. Additionally, the provision of adequate investigative powers, sufficient resources, gradual policy implementation, and necessary law amendments are also crucial factors. This study aims to provide the Indonesian government with insights and recommendations to enhance the tax enforcement policy, to combat tax crimes more comprehensively.
Specific and high-affinity adsorption of volatile organic compounds on titanium dioxide surface
Authors: Liu Xinyi , Zhou Tao , Sheng Xinyue , Li Hui , Liu Wei-Tao 
Published: November 2024

The interaction between metal oxides and volatile organic compounds (VOCs) from the ambient atmosphere plays an important role in environmental and catalytic applications. Previous scanning probe microscopy and x-ray spectroscopy studies revealed surprisingly that the TiO2 [rutile (110)] surface selectively adsorbed atmospheric carboxylic acids, which typically exist in only parts-per-billion concentrations. In this work, we used in situ sum-frequency vibrational spectroscopy to study the interaction between rutile (110) and typical VOC molecules, including formic acid, acetic acid, and formaldehyde. Spectra from all three adsorbed molecules on rutile (110) were similar to the rutile surface spectrum in the ambient atmosphere, showing a broad resonance near 2950 cm−1 that can be attributed to the bridging bidentate adsorption of corresponding compounds. In contrast, on a fused silica surface, a molecular monodentate adsorption configuration was observed for all the molecules, with aliphatic carbons appearing to be the dominant adventitious species.
Mechanism of protofibril formation in aqueous collagen solutions
Authors: Bulavin Leonid A. , Cherevko Kostyantyn V. , Khorolskyi Oleksii V. , Svechnikova Oksana S. , Zabashta Yurii F. 
Published: November 2024

The shear viscosity of aqueous collagen solutions was experimentally investigated over the temperature range of 303–353 K and collagen concentrations of 1–7 wt. %. A structural phase transition was observed at ∼315 K, corresponding to the onset of protofibril formation. It is shown that below this temperature, protofibrils containing both ordered and disordered segments are formed, with the proportion of ordered segments increasing as the temperature decreases, reaching ∼30% at 303 K. An analysis of the temperature dependence of the order parameter for the structural transition in the water–collagen system suggests that this transition exhibits characteristics of a second-order phase transition.
First-Principles Study on Thermal and Electrical Transport Properties of NbGe2 and NbSi2: The Role of Electron–Phonon Coupling
Authors: Zhu Gui-Lin , Shang Man-Yu , Lü Jing-Tao 
Published: November 2024

Abstract
We investigate coupled electron and phonon transport in NbX
2 with X=Ge, Si, where experimental evidence of strong electron–phonon coupling and hydrodynamic transport has been reported. Based on first-principles density functional theory calculations, we measured the thermal and electrical transport properties of the compounds. We found that phonon–electron scattering strongly affects phonon thermal conductivity (κ
ph) and leads to a weak temperature dependence of κ
ph instead of a normal inverse temperature dependence when anharmonic three-phonon scattering dominates. In addition, κ
ph contributes to a quarter of the total thermal conductivity, which differs from typical metals in which the total thermal conductivity is predominantly derived from electrons. In contrast to previous numerical research, our electrical resistivity results agree well with the experimental measurements. The anisotropic properties of the transport coefficients are attributed to the electron–phonon dispersion relation. In addition, we found a negligible effect of electron–phonon drag on the transport properties, contrary to the expectation from a strongly coupled electron–phonon fluid.
Controllable switching based on vortex–antivortex pairs in exciton–polariton condensates
Authors: Wang Bin , Wu Kexin , Li Zhifeng , Wang Gang , Xue Yan 
Published: November 2024

Abstract
Vortex–antivortex pairs hold significant prospect for applications in high-capacity optical communications, multiparticle manipulations, and data processing systems. In this work, based on vortex–antivortex pairs, we explore a straightforward method to produce a 1–4 optical switch in a polariton condensate with a C-shaped potential. The switch, seeded by a degenerate state containing two vortex–antivortex pairs, can selectively target four objective states: two orthogonal states with a single vortex–antivortex pair and two concentric vortices with opposite circulations. All these topological states are stable states with the application of a single incoherent pump, while the switch is activated by an additional coherent control pulse.
A general strategy for enhancing the performance of Ga2O3-based self-powered solar-blind photodetectors through band structure engineering
Authors: He Huaile , Liu Jinsong , Chen Shiwei , Niu Changsheng , Zhang Xuehua , Jia Jinhua , Wu Chao , Hu Haizheng , Wu Fengmin , Guo Daoyou , Wang Shunli 
Published: November 2024

Abstract
The spectral response of Ga2O3 almost perfectly covers the 200–280 nm solar-blind ultraviolet wavelength range, making it an ideal semiconductor material for fabricating solar-blind ultraviolet photodetectors. However, due to the considerably deep valence band energy of Ga2O3 the construction of heterojunctions typically induces a significant valence band offset (ΔEv). Herein, we present a band engineering approach to improve the performance of Ga2O3 bases photodetectors. This pronounced valence band barrier can strongly influence the transport of photo-generated charge carriers, especially the extraction of holes in the depletion region. By introducing nitrogen (N) during the growth process, we elevated the valence band of Ga2O3 by 0.43 eV. The organic high-molecular-weight material of PEDOT:PSS has been utilized in conjunction with Ga2O3 to construct heterojunction photodetectors. The photodetectors exhibit excellent self-powered characteristics, with responsivity, detectivity, and response time being nearly ten times higher than those of Ga2O3 photodetectors before band structure modulation. The investigation into modulating the band structure of Ga2O3 carried out in this study will lay the theoretical foundation and provide technical solutions for developing satisfactory self-powered photodetectors.
OLM-SLAM: online lifelong memory system for simultaneous localization and mapping
Authors: Lu Haoran , Shen Yehu , Zhang Qingkui , Jiang Quansheng , Zhu Qixin , Fu Guizhong , Niu Xuemei , Li Jingbin 
Published: November 2024

Abstract
Simultaneous Localization and Mapping is a fundamental task for robots in unknown environments. However, the poor generalization ability of learning-based algorithms in unknown environments hinders their widespread adoption. Additionally, artificial neural networks are subject to catastrophic forgetting. We propose a lifelong SLAM framework called OLM-SLAM that effectively solves the neural network catastrophic forgetting problem. To ensure the generalization of the neural network, this paper proposes a method for the sensitivity analysis of the network weight parameters. Meanwhile, inspired by human memory storage mechanisms, we design a dual memory storages mechanism that retains dynamic memory and static memory. A novel memory filtering mechanism is proposed to maximize image diversity within a fixed-size memory storage area addressing the problem of limited storage capacity of embedded devices in real-world situations. We have extensively evaluated the model on a variety of real-world datasets. Compared with CL-SLAM, the overall translation error of the test sequence is improved by 44.9%. The translation and rotation errors of Retention Ability (RA) were improved by 111.6% and 66.7%, respectively. The results demonstrate that OLM-SLAM can outperform previous methods of the same type, and OLM-SLAM has high RA when facing different sequences of the same type of environment.
Mechanical, electronic, optical, and thermoelectric properties of Rb2TlGaX6 (X = F, I) lead-free double perovskites: a first-principles study
Authors: Razzaq Md Abdur 
Published: November 2024

Abstract
Halide perovskites play an important role in the renewable energy industry and are the top substitutes for Pb-halide perovskites. This study investigates the structural, mechanical, electronic, optical, and thermoelectric properties of the double halide perovskites Rb2TlGaX
6 (X = F, I) using density functional theory (DFT) at WIEN2k interfaces. The structural, mechanical, and thermal stabilities are evaluated using the tolerance factor, Born–Huang criteria, and negative formation energy. The obtained lattice constants are 9.31 Å and 24.93 Å, for Rb2TlGaF6 and Rb2TlGaI6 respectively. Rb2TlGaF6 is brittle and Rb2TlGaI6 is ductile. Both compounds exhibit anisotropic behavior. The indirect semiconducting nature (L-W) is demonstrated by the estimated bandgap values of 6.05 eV (4.31 eV) and 1.06 eV (0.52 eV), for Rb2TlGaF6 and Rb2TlGaI6 respectively, using the TB-mBJ (PBE-GGA) potential. Distinctive optical characteristics are studied, including the dielectric function, loss function, conductivity, reflectivity, refractive index, and absorption coefficient. Based on the investigation, both materials exhibit excellent optical conductivity, high light absorption throughout the UV–visible spectrum, and low reflection (within 20% for Rb2TlGaF6 and 40% for Rb2TlGaI6). Lastly, various thermoelectric properties are explored by varying the temperature. Both compounds show a high Seebeck coefficient and low thermal conductivity. The maximum figure of merit (ZT) obtains of 0.61 and 0.81, for Rb2TlGaF6 and Rb2TlGaI6, respectively. These results demonstrate the suitability of Rb2TlGaF6 and Rb2TlGaI6 for thermoelectric and photovoltaic applications.
High gain and circularly polarised metasurface suspended twin port Al2O3 based antenna for mm-wave 5 G communication system
Authors: Shukla Pawan Kumar , Sigroha Deepak , Tripathi Vijay Shanker , Sharma Anand 
Published: November 2024

Abstract
This article discusses design and analysis of two-port alumina ceramic based aerial in mm-wave spectrum. Aperture coupling stimulate ceramic and produce dual fundamental orthogonal field i.e.

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mode. Important features of structured aerial are: (i) designed antenna produces the circular wave within 32.65–33.25 GHz; (ii) double negative unit cell based metasurface suspension enhances the antenna’s broadsided gain to 9.0 dBi; and (iii) orthogonal arrangement of aerial ports improve the separation to over 25 dB. Experimental outcomes confirm the working spectrum of design aerial in between 32.21–33.55 GHz. Directional pattern and decent assessment of diversity parameters prepares the planned aerial appropriate for 5 G communication in mm-wave regime (n260/n511 frequency bands).