bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
The effect of the dispersion of microfibrillated cellulose on the mechanical properties of melt-compounded polypropylene–polyethylene copolymer
Authors: Palange Caterina , Johns Marcus A. , Scurr David J. , Phipps Jonathan S. , Eichhorn Stephen J. 
Published: September 2019

AbstractMicrofibrillated cellulose (MFC) is a highly expanded, high surface area networked form of cellulose-based reinforcement. Due to the poor compatibility of cellulose with most common apolar thermoplastic matrices, the production of cellulose-reinforced composites in industry is currently limited to polar materials. In this study, a facile water-based chemistry, based on the reaction of MFC with tannic acid and subsequent functionalisation with an alkyl amine, is used to render the surface of the MFC fibrils hydrophobic and enhance the dispersion of the cellulose-based filler into an apolar thermoplastic matrix. The level of dispersion of the compatibilized MFC reinforced composites was evaluated using Time of Flight Secondary Ion Mass Spectrometry and multi-channel Spectral Confocal Laser Scanning Microscopy. The agglomeration of cellulosic filler within the composites was reduced by functionalising the surface of the MFC fibrils with tannic acid and octadecylamine. The resulting composites exhibited an increase in modulus at a high cellulose content. Despite the dispersion of a large portion of the functionalised filler, the presence of some remaining aggregates affected the impact properties of the composites produced.
The influence of Li on the thermophysical properties of liquid Ga–Sn–Zn eutectic alloys
Authors: Dobosz A. , Plevachuk Yu. , Sklyarchuk V. , Sokoliuk B. , Gancarz T. 
Published: September 2019

Abstract
The Ga–Li system is very attractive for the development of microelectronic and Li-ion cell applications as negative electrodes. In this study, thermophysical properties such as density, surface tension, viscosity, thermal and electrical conductivity, and thermoelectric power were investigated. Taking into account the intermetallic compounds occurring in Ga–Li, the measurements were conducted in a temperature range of 323–773 K. The experimentally obtained results revealed lower density and surface tension with increasing Li additions. The viscosity, electrical conductivity and thermoelectric power slightly reduced with the addition of Li content to eutectic Ga–Sn–Zn. The opposite was true of thermal conductivity, which increased slightly. The performed Nusselt number and Peclet number calculations for eutectic Ga–Sn–Zn with Li additions show similar dependency as found in literature data for Ga and Ga–In alloys.
Personality and Psychopathology in Adults with Noonan Syndrome
Authors: Roelofs Renée L. , Wingbermühle Ellen , van der Heijden Paul T. , Jonkers Rosella , de Haan Marieke , Kessels Roy P. C. , Egger Jos I. M. 
Published: September 2019

Abstract
This is the first controlled study regarding personality and psychopathology in adults with Noonan syndrome (NS). Anxiety, depression, alexithymia and symptoms of Attention Deficit-Hyperactivity Disorder and Autism Spectrum Disorder, have been previously described in NS. More information regarding personality and psychopathology in NS could improve mental health care for this population. Therefore, scores on the Minnesota Multiphasic Personality Inventory-2-Restructured Form (MMPI-2-RF), a widely used self-report questionnaire of personality and psychopathology, were compared between patients with NS (n = 18) and matched, healthy controls (n = 18). Furthermore, correlations between MMPI-2-RF scores and alexithymia, measured by the Toronto Alexithymia Scale-20, were investigated. Patients with NS showed significantly higher scores, with medium effect sizes, on MMPI-2-RF scales reflecting infrequent responses (F-r), somatic and cognitive complaints (FBS-r and RBS-r), internalizing problems (EID), demoralization (RCd) and introversion (INTR-r), although the overall profile in both groups was within the non-clinical range. Alexithymia correlated with internalizing problems and negative emotionality in the patient group. In conclusion, patients with NS showed higher levels of introversion, which may predispose them to internalizing problems. These problems were indeed more frequent in patients with NS, especially higher levels of demoralization. Patients may benefit from psychological interventions aimed to decrease internalizing problems, introversion and alexithymia.
Web-Based Intervention and Email-Counseling for Problem Gamblers: Results of a Randomized Controlled Trial
Authors: Jonas Benjamin , Leuschner Fabian , Eiling Anna , Schoelen Christine , Soellner Renate , Tossmann Peter 
Published: September 2019

Abstract
Web-based interventions have the potential to reduce the treatment gap for problem gambling. In the past years, several web-based help options were made available to the public. However, only few studies were conducted to test their effects. This study investigated the efficacy of two interventions for problem gamblers provided online by the German Federal Center for Health Education (BZgA). The first intervention is the guided program “Check Out” (CO), the second is email counselling (EC). A web-based randomized controlled trial with follow-up surveys after 3, 6 and 12 months was conducted. Participants were allocated to CO, to EC or to a waitlist (WL). Outcomes were the degree of problem gambling according to the Problem Gambling Severity Index, the number of days gambled in past 30 days, the highest stake during the past 30 days and the subjective well-being (WHO-5). 167 individuals were included in the trial. In comparison to the WL at the 3 months follow-up, participants of CO showed significant improvements with moderate to strong effect sizes in all outcomes. Strongest effects were found in the problem gambling severity (d = 0.91; p = 0.023), followed by the well-being (d = 0.70; p = 0.011), the gambling days (d = 0.59; p = 0.001) and the highest stake (d = 0.55; p = 0.012). Improvements were sustained until last follow-up. Compared to the WL, users of EC had beneficiary results in the problem gambling severity (d = 0.74; p = 0.022). No significant effect differences were found between CO and EC. However, according to process evaluation, users of CO reported a significantly stronger working alliance than users of EC (d = 0.70; p = 0.019) and used the intervention considerably longer (d = 0.84; p = 0.004). CO helps treatment-seeking individuals to sustainably reduce their gambling behavior and to increase their general well-being. Compared to EC, CO seems a better support option, since its effects include a wider range of outcomes. Possible reasons are the more engaging program structure and elements of CO, as well as the closer interaction between client and counselor.
The transport and mass balance of fallout radionuclides in Brotherswater, Cumbria (UK)
Authors: Appleby P. G. , Semertzidou P. , Piliposian G. T. , Chiverrell R. C. , Schillereff D. N. , Warburton J. 
Published: September 2019

Abstract
This paper investigates the role of intervening transport processes on lake sediment records of the atmospherically deposited radionuclides 210Pb and 137Cs. Brotherswater is of particular interest to this issue in that its large catchment/lake area ratio and short water residence time are likely to amplify the influence of these processes, both from the catchment and through the water column. Brotherswater is also unique in being the site of two earlier multicore studies that, together with the present study, span a period of 4 decades. Measurements of fallout radionuclides were made on soil cores, suspended sediments and sediment cores, and the results combined with those from earlier studies to construct mass balances for 210Pb and 137Cs in Brotherswater. The results showed that catchment inputs accounted for 63% of 210Pb entering the lake. Further, just 47% of 210Pb entering the water column was delivered to the sediment record. For comparison, in an earlier study at nearby Blelham Tarn with a relatively smaller catchment but longer water residence time it was shown that 47% of 210Pb inputs were delivered via the catchment, 75% of which were delivered to the sediment record. Results from both sites suggest that 210Pb is predominantly transported on fine particulates with a mean particle size of 3–4 μm. Their relatively slow removal from the water column allows them to be transported relatively uniformly throughout the lake and may help account for the fact that simple 210Pb dating models are relatively reliable in spite of the complexities of the transport processes. Mass balance calculations for 137Cs are more complicated because of the variable fallout record. Measurements of 137Cs in the input stream and water column showed that catchment inputs are still significant 30 years after the last significant fallout (Chernobyl). Modelled results showed that catchment inputs delayed the date of peak inputs of weapons test fallout to the lake though by no more than 2 years. Although the results presented here are primarily concerned with fallout radionuclides and their reliability for dating, they also have implications for the use of sediment archives in reconstructing historical records of other atmospherically deposited substances such as trace metals or persistent organic pollutants.
The generalized Weyl Poisson algebras and their Poisson simplicity criterion
Authors: Bavula V. V. 
Published: September 2019

Abstract
A new large class of Poisson algebras, the class of generalized Weyl Poisson algebras, is introduced. It can be seen as Poisson algebra analogue of generalized Weyl algebras or as giving a Poisson structure to (certain) generalized Weyl algebras. A Poisson simplicity criterion is given for generalized Weyl Poisson algebras, and an explicit description of the Poisson centre is obtained. Many examples are considered (e.g. the classical polynomial Poisson algebra in 2n variables is a generalized Weyl Poisson algebra).
Fractal characteristics and significances of the nanopores in oil shales during hydrous pyrolysis
Authors: Sun Lina , Fu Deliang , Chai Shunqi , Yang Wenxia , Zhou Kai , Li Wei 
Published: September 2019

AbstractIn order to explore the pore characterizations in shales during organic matter evolution, a series of simulation experiments were conducted. The artificial hydrous pyrolysis was conducted on the same seven columned oil-shale samples at 250 °C, 300 °C, 350 °C, 375 °C, 400 °C, 450 °C and 500 °C, respectively. To obtain the characteristics of pore structures in shales, the unheated and the residual solid samples were analyzed by low-pressure nitrogen adsorption method. Based on the nitrogen adsorption isotherms, fractal dimensions were calculated by the model of Frenkel–Halsey–Hill, which also contained the fractal dimension of D1 and D2 before and after the relative pressure P/Po = 0.5, respectively. And then the relationships of simulation temperatures (thermal maturity), total-, macro-, meso- and micro-pores volumes, specific surface areas and diameters to fractal dimensions were investigated. The results showed that the average value of D2 (2.6110) was higher than D1 (2.4147) and there was a positive relationship between them (R2 = 0.9237), which indicated that though D2 and D1 were more related to pore structures and surfaces, the better linear relationships suggested that both of them could be used in the representation of pore structures and surfaces in shales. With the thermal maturity increasing, the obvious fractal characteristics were, the complexity of pore structures were, which may be associated with the following cause-and-effect relationships. During the pyrolysis, the generation of hydrocarbons increased, as well as the consumption of TOC may increase the volume and surface area of total-, macro-, meso- and micro-pores but decrease the corresponding average diameter and then the quantities of smaller pores occurred and led to the strengthening of pore heterogeneity in shales. Based on the fractal characteristics, we also found the higher thermal maturity would result in the better connections among pores but worse permeability in shale, which further increased the gas adsorption quantity. Therefore, analyzing the fractal characteristics in shales could provide help for clarifying the characteristics of reservoirs as well as the comprehensive exploration and development of shale gas.
Tilting modules and exceptional sequences for leaf quotients of type A zig-zag algebras
Authors: Persson Westin Elin 
Published: September 2019

Abstract
We classify generalized tilting modules and full exceptional sequences for the family of quasi-hereditary quotients of type A zig-zag algebras and for a related family of algebras. We also give a characterization of these quotients as quasi-hereditary algebras with simple preserving duality that are “close” to self-injective algebras.
Programmed death ligand‐1/programmed death‐1 inhibition therapy and programmed death ligand‐1 expression in urothelial bladder carcinoma
Authors: Yu Wei‐Bo , Rao Jian‐Yu 
Published: September 2019

AbstractAfter two decades of unchanged paradigms, the treatment strategies for advanced urothelial bladder cancer have been revolutionized by emerging programmed death ligand‐1 (PD‐L1)/programmed death‐1 (PD1) inhibition therapy. Increased evidence is demonstrating the efficacy of PD‐L1/PD1 inhibition therapy in both second‐line and first‐line settings. However, the percentage of patients who benefit from anti‐PD‐L1/anti‐PD1 therapy is still low. Many questions have been raised in the development of biomarker‐driven approaches for disease classification and patient selection. In this perspective, we discuss PD‐L1/PD1 expression in urothelial bladder carcinoma, review approved anti‐PD‐L1/anti‐PD1 agents for bladder cancer treatment and current ongoing studies investigating combination treatment strategies, and explore PD‐L1 expression status for the evaluation of bladder cancer immunotherapy.
Variable rotor speed strategy for coaxial compound helicopters with lift–offset rotors
Authors: Yuan Y. , Thomson D. , Chen R. 
Published: September 2019

ABSTRACTThe coaxial compound helicopter with lift-offset rotors has been proposed as a concept for future high-performance rotorcraft. This helicopter usually utilizes a variable-speed rotor system to improve the high-speed performance and the cruise efficiency. A flight dynamics model of this helicopter associated with rotor speed governor/engine model is used in this article to investigate the effect of the rotor speed change and to study the variable rotor speed strategy. Firstly, the power-required results at various rotor rotational speeds are calculated. This comparison indicates that choice of rotor speed can reduce the power consumption, and the rotor speed has to be reduced in high-speed flight due to the compressibility effects at the blade tip region. Furthermore, the rotor speed strategy in trim is obtained by optimizing the power required. It is demonstrated that the variable rotor speed successfully improves the performance across the flight range, but especially in the mid-speed range, where the rotor speed strategy can reduce the overall power consumption by around 15%. To investigate the impact of the rotor speed strategy on the flight dynamics properties, the trim characteristics, the bandwidth and phase delay, and eigenvalues are investigated. It is shown that the reduction of the rotor speed alters the flight dynamics characteristics as it affects the stability, damping, and control power provided by the coaxial rotor. However, the handling qualities requirements are still satisfied with different rotor speed strategies. Finally, a rotor speed strategy associated with the collective pitch is designed for maneuvering flight considering the normal load factor. Inverse simulation is used to investigate this strategy on maneuverability in the Push-up & Pull-over Mission-Task-Element (MTE). It is shown that the helicopter can achieve Level 1 ratings with this rotor speed strategy. In addition, the rotor speed strategy could further reduce the power consumption and pilot workload during the maneuver.
Hegel's Reception of Aristotle's Theology
Authors: Dangel Tobias 
Published: September 2019

AbstractIn several of his writings Hegel suggests an identification of his absolute idea/spirit with Aristotle's God in theMetaphysics. This suggestion is remarkable since it indicates that Hegel regarded his philosophy in line with classical positions in ancient metaphysics. Although there is increasing discussion of the relation between Hegel and Aristotle it is still doubtful what it was that Hegel seemed to find at the highest point of Aristotle's philosophy. To clarify this relation within the realm of first philosophy I will first give a short reconstruction of Aristotle's conception of God in order, second, to confront this conception with the absolute idea/spirit in Hegel. Against Ferrarin, I will not primarily discuss the conception of actuality/activity and infinite subjectivity; rather I will focus on Aristotle's and Hegel's ontological understanding of truth. The new thesis in my paper is that Hegel can relate his theory of the absolute idea/spirit to Aristotle's God on the basis of their shared understanding of truth. This understanding allows both of them to find the highest realization and thus the fulfillment of truth in the self-thinking thinking of God (Aristotle) or the self-thinking thinking of the absolute idea/spirit (Hegel). When Hegel seems to return to Aristotle at the end of his system, this return has its systematic link in the idea of a fulfilled truth which is God or the Absolute in the sense of self-thinking thinking. Although Hegel's return to Aristotle's theology has a certain plausibility, it is also limited by the fact that for Aristotle God's self-thinking thinking is not a process of self-determination, as Hegel finds it to be and which leads him to miss a crucial feature of Aristotle's theology.
Errors in antibiotic transitions between hospital and nursing home: How often do they occur?
Authors: Dickinson Drew T. , Rashid Syma , Weiland Anastasiia , Tjoa Thomas , Kim Diane S. , Huang Susan S. 
Published: September 2019

AbstractWe performed systematic review on 40 paired hospital and nursing home charts from a clinical trial to evaluate the fidelity of transitions of care among those discharged on antibiotics. We found that 30% of transitions included an inappropriate change to the patient’s antibiotic plan of care.
Molecular and morphometric identification of pistachio psyllids with niche modeling ofAgonoscena pistaciae(Hemiptera: Aphalaridae)
Authors: Lashkari Mohammadreza , Burckhardt Daniel , Shamsi Gushki Roghayeh 
Published: September 2019

AbstractSpecies ofAgonoscena(Hemiptera: Aphalaridae) are key pests of pistachio in all of the most important pistachio producing countries in the Old World. The efficiency and accuracy of DNA barcoding for the identification ofAgonoscenaspecies were tested using mitochondrial cytochrome c oxidase subunit 1 (mtCO1) and cytochrome b (cytb) gene sequences. Moreover, morphometric sexual dimorphism was studied. Finally, the potential geographical distribution ofAgonoscena pistaciae, the most important pistachio pest, was calculated using the MaxEnt model. Similar relationships of clustering were found in the morphometric analysis and the molecular analyses withmtCO1andcytbgenes, withA. bimaculataandA. pistaciaebeing closely related, andA. peganiconstituting their sister group. Although the results showed that thecytbgene is a better marker for barcoding in this group, themtCO1gene clearly separates the three psyllid species makingmtCO1suitable for diagnostic purposes. A geometric morphometric analysis showed that the distance between landmark number 7 (bifurcation of vein M) to the fore margin of the forewing, and the distance between landmarks number 6 (apex of vein Cu1b) and 11 (wing base), are the most important geometric characters for diagnosing the studied species. Moreover, the forewing shape of males vs females is similar inA. pistaciaeandA. bimaculatabut differs significantly inA. pegani. In the ecological niche modeling of the distribution ofA. pistaciae, the most important contribution was made by the variable ‘minimum temperature of coldest period’. The most suitable areas forA. pistaciaeare restricted to Eastern, Southern and some parts of Central Iran.
Seed classification of three species of amaranth (Amaranthus spp.) using artificial neural network and canonical discriminant analysis
Authors: Bagheri A. , Eghbali L. , Sadrabadi Haghighi R. 
Published: September 2019

AbstractThe current study was conducted in 2013 to identify the seeds of three species of Amaranthus, Amaranthus viridis L., Amaranthus retroflexus L. and Amaranthus albus L., by using the artificial neural network (ANN) and canonical discriminant analysis (CDA) methods. To begin with, photographs were taken of the seeds and 13 morphological characteristics of each seed extracted as predictor variables. Backward regression was used to find the most influential variables and seven variables were derived. Thus, predictor variables were divided into two sets of 13 and seven morphological characteristics. The results showed that the recognition accuracy of the ANN made using 13 and seven predictor variables was 81.1 and 80.3%, respectively. Meanwhile, recognition accuracy of the CDA using the seven and 13 predictor variables was 74.0 and 75.7%, respectively. Therefore, in comparison to CDA, ANN showed higher identification accuracy; however, the difference was not statistically significant. Identification accuracy for A. retroflexus was higher using the CDA method than ANN, while the ANN method had higher recognition accuracy for A. viridis than CDA. In addition, use of 13 predictor variables yielded a greater identification accuracy than seven. The results of the current study showed that using seed morphological characteristics extracted by computer vision could be effective for reliable identification of the similar seeds of Amaranthus species.