bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Color Dispersion as an Indicator of Stellar Population Complexity: Insights from the Pixel Color–Magnitude Diagrams of 32 Bright Galaxies in Abell 1139 and Abell 2589
Authors: Lee Joon Hyeop , Pak Mina , Lee Hye-Ran , Oh Sree 
Published: April 2018

Abstract
We investigate the properties of bright galaxies of various morphological types in Abell 1139 and Abell 2589, using pixel color–magnitude diagram (pCMD) analysis. The sample contains 32 galaxies brighter than M

r
= −21.3 mag with spectroscopic redshifts, which are deeply imaged in the g and r bands using the MegaCam mounted on the Canada–France–Hawaii Telescope. After masking contaminants with two-step procedures, we examine how the detailed properties in the pCMDs depend on galaxy morphology and infrared color. The mean g − r color as a function of surface brightness (μ

r
) in the pCMD of a galaxy shows good performance in distinguishing between early- and late-type galaxies, but it is not perfect because of the similarity between elliptical galaxies and bulge-dominated spiral galaxies. On the other hand, the g − r color dispersion as a function of μ

r
works better. We find that the best set of parameters for galaxy classification is a combination of the minimum color dispersion at μ

r
≤ 21.2 mag arcsec−2 and the maximum color dispersion at 20.0 ≤ μ

r
≤ 21.0 mag arcsec−2; the latter reflects the complexity of stellar populations at the disk component in a typical spiral galaxy. Finally, the color dispersion measurements of an elliptical galaxy appear to be correlated with the Wide-field Infrared Survey Explorer infrared color ([4.6]–[12]). This indicates that the complexity of stellar populations in an elliptical galaxy is related to its recent star formation activities. From this observational evidence, we infer that gas-rich minor mergers or gas interactions may have usually occurred during the recent growth of massive elliptical galaxies.
Late Prehistoric Aggregation Patterns in Jordan’s Eastern Badia
Authors: Rollefson Gary O. 
Published: April 2018

Depuis plus de trente ans, la recherche archéologique s’est intéressée à l’étude de la fin de la période préhistorique et à la protohistoire de la région du Désert Noir de basalte jordanien. Les travaux récents effectués ces cinq dernières années ont permis d’éclaircir de nombreux aspects des modalités d’exploitation de ce territoire et de ses ressources au cours du Néolithique récent, du Chalcolithique et de l’âge du Bronze ancien. Plusieurs secteurs du Désert Noir de basalte témoignent de visites répétées au cours du temps, très vraisemblablement sur la base d’une occupation saisonnière au cours de l’hiver ou au début du printemps, quand les ressources en eau sont disponibles. Deux secteurs — celui des reliefs tabulaires de mesas situés à 60 km à l’est d’Azraq et celui de Wissad localisé à 60 km plus à l’est — montrent des schémas de concentration de l’occupation bien différenciés, peut-être en partie liés à des variations dans le régime de précipitations entre 6500 et 2500 av. J.-C. Le secteur des dépressions naturelles de Wissad, en particulier, semble avoir été beaucoup plus fréquemment visité, même au cours des périodes historiques, et la distribution des groupes de tumuli suggère une dimension économique et rituelle du site plus importante.
Le lion, la chèvre et le poisson
Authors: Thalmann Jean-Paul 
Published: April 2018

La jarre à empreintes de sceaux-cylindres de Tell Arqa est l’un des rarissimes exemples complets de ce type d’objet ; elle provient d’un contexte domestique et est datée vers 2700/2650 Cal bc. Des fragments de jarres à empreintes de cylindres sont largement connus ailleurs au IIIe millénaire notamment en Palestine et en Syrie Centrale : ils sont généralement interprétés dans le cadre de systèmes « administratifs » de gestion des denrées agricoles. Les pratiques sigillaires sur céramique (décoration, marquage) sont redéfinies d’après la jarre d’Arqa et l’examen des différents cas montre une variété de situations régionales et chronologiques qui ne saurait se réduire à une interprétation unique. Les jarres du Levant Central (Palestine et côte libanaise), majoritairement décorées, sont ici réinterprétées comme des objets de prestige fabriqués pour des occasions particulières (mariage). Pour les « jarres »/récipients culinaires de Syrie Centrale, exclusivement marqués, l’interprétation symbolique/rituelle de S. Graff (2012) paraît la plus vraisemblable. Dans les deux cas, il n’existe aucun rapport avec un quelconque système « administratif ».
Crowning the Emperor an unorthodox image of Claudius, Agrippa I and Herod of Chalkis
Authors: Kropp Andreas J. M. 
Published: April 2018

L’article porte sur des monnaies de deux rois hérodiens, Agrippa Ier (ad 37-44) et Hérode de Chalcis (ad 41-48), qui les montrent couronnant de lauriers l’empereur Claude. Le langage iconographique impériale offre une abondance de scènes de couronnement similaires, destinées à la glorification des victoires et des succès de l’empereur. Mais malgré les apparences, familières, la configuration employée ici sur ces monnaies est fort inusitée et originale, utilisant des motifs communs afin de construire une nouvelle image du pouvoir royal. Bien que l’intention de glorifier l’empereur soit transparente, l’originalité de cette composition permet aussi d’interpréter la scène d’une manière moins orthodoxe, en contradiction avec les principes de l’art romain impérial.
Notes d’archéologie et d’architecture orientales. 13 - Le Bâtiment Nord de Tepe Gawra XIIIe
Authors: Margueron Jean-Claude 
Published: April 2018

Une nouvelle approche du pseudo «  temple Nord  » du niveau XIII de Tepe Gawra, à partir d’une analyse fondée sur l’ensemble des données architecturales et archéologiques ainsi que sur les études antérieures, conduit à proposer une restitution inédite de l’organisation générale et du volume de ce bâtiment. Toutes les caractéristiques du bâtiment y trouvent leur signification. Quant aux autres bâtiments du niveau XIII, trop incomplets pour permettre une analyse aussi poussée, ils trouvent leur place dans l’organisation d’ensemble de cette phase grâce à une analyse des cotes d’altitude.
Rapport préliminaire et études céramologiques sur les campagnes de fouilles 2009 et 2010 à Tell ʿAcharneh, vallée du Ghab, Syrie
Authors: Fortin Michel , Cooper Lisa , Boileau Marie-Claude 
Published: April 2018

Présentation sommaire des résultats obtenus lors des deux dernières campagnes de fouilles (2009 et 2010) de la mission canadienne sur le site de Tell ʿAcharneh, dans la vallée du Ghab en Syrie. Après une succincte description stratigraphique des vestiges architecturaux mis au jour dans les différents niveaux dégagés au cours de ces deux campagnes, suit une analyse typologique de la céramique recueillie dans les niveaux des âges du Bronze et du Fer, ainsi qu’une analyse pétrographique de tessons datés de l’âge du Bronze récent.
Les objets en terre du Levant néolithique avant l’invention de la céramique : cuisson intentionnelle ou accidentelle ?
Authors: Ayobi Rania 
Published: April 2018

Des objets en terre ont été trouvés sur plusieurs sites néolithiques du Proche-Orient. Les plus anciens datent du PPNA. Leur production devient courante, sur la majorité des sites, au PPNB moyen. Grâce à de nouvelles fouilles comme celle de Tell Aswad, sous la direction de D. Stordeur et B. Jammous entre 2001 et 2006, qui a livré plus de 2 000 objets en terre de formes différentes, nous avons pu avancer les recherches dans le domaine de la technique de fabrication et particulièrement la cuisson de ces objets en terre. C’est à partir de ces nouveaux éléments et en les confrontant avec des données plus anciennes que nous tenterons de répondre aux questions posées à propos de la cuisson.
Adult size and sex ratio variation ofCerambyx welensii(Coleoptera: Cerambycidae) in Mediterranean oak (Fagaceae) woodlands
Authors: Torres-Vila Luis M. , Mendiola-Díaz F. Javier , Sánchez-González Álvaro 
Published: April 2018

AbstractAdult size is the trait most closely correlated with reproductive output in insects, but may also have important selective implications determining additional fitness gains. In longhorn beetles, adult size-mediated ultimate benefits may arise from mate choice, male antennal spread width or male fighting for mates. In this paper, we examined factors potentially shaping adult size ofCerambyx welensiiKüster (Coleoptera: Cerambycidae), an emergent oak (QuercusLinnaeus; Fagaceae) pest. Sex ratio and adult length/weight allometric relationships were also explored. Overwintering adults were collected inside oaks in Extremadura (southwestern Spain) during 2011–2017 to ensure that larval development was completed in the wild. Sex, host species, and wood quality affected adult size, though some interactions occurred and among-host differences were weak. Adults collected inside older trees and wider branches were significantly larger. Adult size was unaffected by either elevation, aspect, or population density. There was a robust allometric scaling in both sexes between elytral/adult length and weight, females being heavier than males and males longer than females when adults were large. Female-biased sex ratios occurred in old/veteran trees and in dense/crowded larval populations. We discuss these results from an evolutionary perspective considering the potential impact ofC. welensiiadult size on population dynamics and management tactics.
Growth performance of Allanblackia floribunda Oliv seedlings in various nursery growth media in Nigeria
Authors: Ekeke B.A. 
Published: April 2018

The growth performance of Allanblackia floribunda oliv seedlings in various nursery growth media was studied. Six nursery growth media were prepared in 1:1 ratio as follows: (1) washed river sand +forest topsoil (SdTsST1) (2) Washed river sand +heat sterilized decomposed sawdust (SdSwST1) (3)heat sterilized decomposed sawdust + top forest soil (SwTsST1) (4) Washed river sand + forest topsoil + heat sterilized decomposed sawdust(SdTsSwST1) (5) heat sterilized decomposed sawdust only (SwST1) (6) forest topsoil only (TsST1). Polythene containers (16cm x 14cm) were filled with each of the growth media. One predecoated seedling (ST1) was pricked into each container and there were five seedlings for each growth medium replicated three times. Observation was for 24 weeks. The highest seedling height (6.7cm+0.65cm), diameter at collar (2.53 + 0.5mm), number of leaves (6.0+0.9) and leaf area (54.3 + 4.5cm2) were observed in growth media containing a mixture of washed river sand, forest topsoil and sterilized decomposed sawdust. Growth media containing these three items are recommended as appropriate growth media for Allanblackia floribunda seedlings in the nursery, in Nigeria.Keywords: Allanblackia floribunda; seedlings, nursery growth media
Ocean acidification changes the structure of an Antarctic coastal protistan community
Authors: Hancock Alyce M. , Davidson Andrew T. , McKinlay John , McMinn Andrew , Schulz Kai G. , van den Enden Rick L. 
Published: April 2018

Abstract. Antarctic near-shore waters are amongst the most sensitive in the world to
ocean acidification. Microbes occupying these waters are critical drivers of
ecosystem productivity, elemental cycling and ocean biogeochemistry, yet
little is known about their sensitivity to ocean acidification. A six-level,
dose–response experiment was conducted using 650 L incubation tanks
(minicosms) adjusted to a gradient in fugacity of carbon dioxide
(fCO2) from 343 to 1641 µatm. The six
minicosms were filled with near-shore water from Prydz Bay, East
Antarctica,
and the protistan composition and abundance was determined by microscopy
during 18 days of incubation. No CO2-related change in the protistan
community composition was observed during the initial 8 day acclimation
period under low light. Thereafter, the response of both autotrophic and
heterotrophic protists to fCO2 was species-specific.
The response of diatoms was mainly cell size related; microplanktonic diatoms
(> 20 µm) increased in abundance with low to moderate
fCO2 (343–634 µatm) but decreased at
fCO2 ≥ 953 µatm. Similarly, the abundance
of Phaeocystis antarctica increased with increasing
fCO2 peaking at 634 µatm. Above this threshold
the abundance of micro-sized diatoms and P. antarctica fell
dramatically, and nanoplanktonic diatoms (≤ 20 µm) dominated,
therefore culminating in a significant change in the protistan community
composition. Comparisons of these results with previous experiments conducted
at this site show that the fCO2 thresholds are similar,
despite seasonal and interannual differences in the physical and biotic
environment. This suggests that near-shore microbial communities are likely
to change significantly near the end of this century if anthropogenic
CO2 release continues unabated, with profound ramifications for
near-shore Antarctic ecosystem food webs and biogeochemical cycling.
Young Adult Counselors with Diabetes at Diabetes Camps: The Effect of Being a Peer Mentor on Counselors’ Health Behavior
Authors: Manning Alison Stein , Pollock McLean , Clements Ben , Furutani Elissa , Brotkin Samuel , Mansfield Joan , Kupersmidt Janis , Fritz Gregory , Maslow Gary 
Published: April 2018

Adolescents and young adults (AYA) with type I diabetes (T1D) often struggle with illness management. Although diabetes camps have been shown to improve blood sugar control among campers, the effect of the camp experience on counselors’ diabetes self-management has never been studied. In addition to the camp environment, it was hypothesized that peer factors among counselors, such as diabetes role modeling, would positively influence diabetes self-care behaviors and that counselors would be able to select diabetes role models based on these appropriate self-management behaviors. Counselors with T1D working at 2 summer camps were recruited to participate. Participants completed questionnaires including the Diabetes Behavior Rate Scale (DBRS) and a peer-assessment form in which participants were asked to nominate friends and diabetes role models, and to assign a role model score for each counselor. Hemoglobin A1C (HbA1c), a measure of blood sugar control, was obtained pre- and post-camp. Thirty-three participants completed the study. The average HbA1c score decreased 0.4% (p < .01) over the 6 to 10 weeks of camp indicating improved metabolic control at camp. The number of nominations for diabetes role model was associated with diabetes self-care (r = 0.351, p = 0.027). Diabetes role model scores were not associated with diabetes self-care (r = 0.272, p = 0.074). There was no correlation between HbA1c and diabetes self-care. The findings suggest that the camp counselor role is a potential target for intervention to promote positive outcomes for AYA with T1D. Lessons learned from how AYA with diabetes support one another at camp can be applied to community-based interventions for youth with T1D or other chronic illnesses.
Tribal Sovereign Immunity as a Defense in Overcoming IPR Challenges of Brand Name Pharmaceutical Patent Validity at PTAB – Effects on the Industry
Authors: Williams Elana 
Published: April 2018

Tribal sovereignty has been recognized by the American government since the establishment of the United States and tribal sovereign immunity has been a part of American jurisprudence for over a century. Tribal sovereign immunity continues to play an important role in modern times, especially in the last few years with the rise of inter partes review (IPR) proceedings stemming from the America Invents Act of 2011. IPR proceedings are filed with the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) and heard by the Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB) as an alternative to or in conjunction with traditional patent litigation in the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit. Therefore, patent owners may have to defend their patents both at PTAB and in federal court.PTAB has recently granted its first motion to consider the issue of tribal sovereign immunity as it relates to patents covering the branded drug Restasis®. This case involves two giants of the pharmaceutical industry: Allergan PLC (Allergan), a brand name drug manufacturer who holds the Restasis® patents, and Mylan N.V. (Mylan), a generic pharmaceutical company.
A case of pancreatic metastasis arising from occult lung cancer
Authors: Kodama Ryo , Saegusa Hisanobu , Ushimaru Hiroyasu , Makino Mutsuki , Kawaguchi Kenji 
Published: April 2018

A 57-year-old man was admitted with complaints of stiffness on the right clavicle. Imaging study revealed swelling of multiple lymph nodes and pancreatic mass, but there were no such findings in the lung. Endoscopic ultrasound-guided fine needle aspiration for mediastinum lymph node and pancreatic mass revealed a poorly differentiated adenocarcinoma. He was diagnosed of pancreatic cancer with multiple lymph node metastases. Chemoradiotherapy was conducted. Six months later, he suffered from cardiac tamponade and died. The autopsy revealed a small nodule of poorly differentiated adenocarcinoma in the lung that could not be pointed out by computed tomography. Immunohistochemistry showed that both tumors of the lung and pancreas were positive for thyroid transcription factor-1 and napsin A, which are specific markers of lung cancer. Final diagnosis was primary lung cancer with metastases to the pancreas and heart. Pancreatic metastasis from occult lung cancer is rare. Lung cancer must be suspected when carcinoma of unknown primary is detected, even in the absence of the image findings of the lung. Immunostaining is useful in determining the primary site; hence, obtaining the cancer tissue is important.
Vitamin B12 (cyanocobalamin) in Infant Formula Adult/Pediatric Nutritional Formula by Liquid Chromatography with Ultraviolet Detection: Collaborative Study, Final Action 2014.02
Authors: Giménez Ester Campos , Martin Frédéric ,   Collaborators:, Arella F , Austad J , Bandhari S , Chooi S H , Christiansen S , Chua A , Deborde J L , Dole M , Frueh J , Gallegos T , Gill B , Indyk H , Jaudzems G , Jobgen W E , Jones M , Joseph G , Kneteeman E , Labitan D , Larkin G , LeCours L , Lim H X , Liu K , Malaviole I , Marley E , McMahon A , Meng-Jensen S , Nielsen S , Nijman R , Nipales R N , Noorloos T , Otto C , Ruosh A , Tan B L , Weerasekera G , White P , Yap L K 
Published: April 2018

Abstract
To determine the repeatability and reproducibility figures of the AOAC First Action Official MethodSM 2014.02 (Vitamin B12 in Infant Formula and Adult/Pediatric Formula by Liquid Chromatography with UV Detection), a collaborative study was organized. Twenty-one laboratories located in 13 different countries agreed to participate. The study was divided into two parts. During the first part, the laboratories analyzed two samples in duplicate by using the method described in the protocol. The laboratories that provided results within the expected range were qualified for part two, during which they analyzed 10 samples in blind duplicates. Eighteen laboratories managed to provide results on time for reporting. The results were compared with the Standard Method Performance Requirement (SMPR® 2011.005) established for vitamin B12. The precision results met the requirements stated in the SMPR except for one sample. Repeatability and reproducibility relative standard deviation ranged from 1.1 to 6.5% and from 6.0 to 23.8%, respectively, with only one matrix showing reproducibility values higher than the required 11%. Horwitz ratio values were all well below 2 (0.17–0.78). The AOAC Expert Review Panel (Stakeholder Panel for Infant Formula and Adult Nutritional Expert Review Panel) determined that the data presented met the SMPR and, hence, recommended the method to be granted Final Action status in September 2016.
La última dictadura argentina en el centro de los debates y las tensiones historiográficas recientes
Authors: Franco Marina 
Published: April 2018

Este trabajo fue escrito para una mesa redonda sobre debates historiográficos en torno a las últimas dictaduras en el Cono Sur, y fue presentado en el marco del III Séminario Internacional Historia do Tempo Presente, organizado por la UDESC en octubre de 2017. El texto analiza los debates más recientes que han tenido lugar en el campo de la historia reciente sobre la última dictadura militar en la Argentina. Para ello se consideran tres temas que han sido objeto de polémicas: la manera de nombrar el crimen estatal; las formas de denominar el régimen autoritario de los años setenta, y una serie de discusiones más amplias sobre los juicios de lesa humanidad y el camino de la justicia que primó en el caso argentino. Si bien el objeto del análisis son los debates historiográficos de los últimos años, por la naturaleza de los temas en discusión, el análisis muestra como los campos político, jurídico, intelectual y académico se superponen, cruzan y tensionan mutuamente. Ello deja a la vista la alta politicidad del campo académico de la historia reciente y la autonomía relativa de los investigadores en relación con otras esferas de acción no académicas. Palabras clave: Historia Reciente. Historiografia. Dictadura. Derechos Humanos. Justicia
Solid‐State Electrolytes for Lithium Metal Batteries: State‐of‐the‐Art and Perspectives
Authors: Huang Jun , Li Chen , Jiang Dongkai , Gao Jingyi , Cheng Lei , Li Guocheng , Luo Hang , Xu Zheng‐Long , Shin Dong‐Myeong , Wang Yanming , Lu Yingying , Kim Yoonseob 
Published: October 2024

AbstractThe use of all‐solid‐state lithium metal batteries (ASSLMBs) has garnered significant attention as a promising solution for advanced energy storage systems. By employing non‐flammable solid electrolytes in ASSLMBs, their safety profile is enhanced, and the use of lithium metal as the anode allows for higher energy density compared to traditional lithium‐ion batteries. To fully realize the potential of ASSLMBs, solid‐state electrolytes (SSEs) must meet several requirements. These include high ionic conductivity and Li+ transference number, smooth interfacial contact between SSEs and electrodes, low manufacturing cost, excellent electrochemical stability, and effective suppression of dendrite formation. This paper delves into the essential requirements of SSEs to enable the successful implementation of ASSLMBs. Additionally, the representative state‐of‐the‐art examples of SSEs developed in the past 5 years, showcasing the latest advancements in SSE materials and highlighting their unique properties are discussed. Finally, the paper provides an outlook on achieving balanced and improved SSEs for ASSLMBs, addressing failure mechanisms and solutions, highlighting critical challenges such as the reversibility of Li plating/stripping and thermal runaway, advanced characterization techniques, composite SSEs, computational studies, and potential and challenges of ASS lithium–sulfur and lithium–oxygen batteries. With this consideration, balanced and improved SSEs for ASSLMBs can be realized.