bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
pathfinder: A Semantic Framework for Literature Review and Knowledge Discovery in Astronomy
Authors: Iyer Kartheik G. , Yunus Mikaeel , O’Neill Charles , Ye Christine , Hyk Alina , McCormick Kiera , Ciucă Ioana , Wu John F. , Accomazzi Alberto , Astarita Simone , Chakrabarty Rishabh , Cranney Jesse , Field Anjalie , Ghosal Tirthankar , Ginolfi Michele , Huertas-Company Marc , Jabłońska Maja , Kruk Sandor , Liu Huiling , Marchidan Gabriel , Mistry Rohit , Naiman J. P. , Peek J. E. G. , Polimera Mugdha , Rodríguez Méndez Sergio J. , Schawinski Kevin , Sharma Sanjib , Smith Michael J. , Ting Yuan-Sen , Walmsley Mike ,   UniverseTBD
Published: December 2024

Abstract
The exponential growth of astronomical literature poses significant challenges for researchers navigating and synthesizing general insights or even domain-specific knowledge. We present pathfinder, a machine learning framework designed to enable literature review and knowledge discovery in astronomy, focusing on semantic searching with natural language instead of syntactic searches with keywords. Utilizing state-of-the-art large language models (LLMs) and a corpus of 385,166 peer-reviewed papers from the Astrophysics Data System, pathfinder offers an innovative approach to scientific inquiry and literature exploration. Our framework couples advanced retrieval techniques with LLM-based synthesis to search astronomical literature by semantic context as a complement to currently existing methods that use keywords or citation graphs. It addresses complexities of jargon, named entities, and temporal aspects through time-based and citation-based weighting schemes. We demonstrate the tool’s versatility through case studies, showcasing its application in various research scenarios. The system’s performance is evaluated using custom benchmarks, including single-paper and multipaper tasks. Beyond literature review, pathfinder offers unique capabilities for reformatting answers in ways that are accessible to various audiences (e.g., in a different language or as simplified text), visualizing research landscapes, and tracking the impact of observatories and methodologies. This tool represents a significant advancement in applying artificial intelligence to astronomical research, aiding researchers at all career stages in navigating modern astronomy literature.
The Statistical Analysis of GeV Spectral Breaks in Bright Gamma-Ray Flat-spectrum Radio Quasars
Authors: Zhu K. R. , Chen J. M. , Zhang L. 
Published: December 2024

Abstract
We present the statistical results of GeV spectral breaks of bright gamma-ray flat-spectrum radio quasars (FSRQs) in the energy range of 0.1–10 GeV based on New Pass 8 data of the Large Area Telescope on board Fermi Gamma-Ray Space Telescope. We have fitted the 15 yr average gamma-ray spectra of 755 FSRQs by using both the broken power law (BPL) and logarithmic parabola (LP) models, and obtained 87 bright gamma-ray FSRQs with their integrated photon fluxes greater than 2.16 × 10−8 cm−2 s−1. From our results, the FSRQ population shows similar preferences for both the BPL and LP models in gamma-ray spectral fitting, and the clustering analysis suggests that BPL-preferred and LP-preferred FSRQs belong to the same category. Our results indicate that GeV spectral breaks in bright gamma-ray FSRQs are located at 2.90 ± 1.92 GeV in the rest frame, and the observed change in photon index is Δγ = 0.45 ± 0.19, which is consistent with the expected value for a cooling break of electrons scattering seed photons.
Defining Informal Caregiving and Caregivers for Persons Living With Dementia
Authors: Happ Mary Beth , Moss Karen O. , Dabbs Annette DeVito , Narby Emmett , Song Mi-Kyung 
Published: December 2024

Purpose
To present an overview of current definitions of informal caregiving and informal caregivers for persons living with dementia (PLWD). We suggest definitional criteria of informal caregiving for dementia caregiving research that incorporate current dementia caregiving policy and programs.

Method
A multi-pronged review and analysis was performed of the scientific literature from 2014 to 2024 and online documents from professional, public advocacy, and government organizations for definitions of informal caregiving and applications to informal caregiving of PLWD.

Results
Definitional inconsistencies in informal caregiving center primarily on parameters around compensation (“unpaid”) and relationships that are not in keeping with state, federal, and long-term care insurance programs that provide financial assistance, compensation, or stipends for caregiving. These inconsistencies extend to public policy and advocacy websites as well as peer-reviewed dementia and family caregiving literature.

Conclusion

In general, contemporary applications of the term “informal caregiver” for PLWD include relatives and non-relatives (kin/nonkin) who provide a broad array of assistance to PLWD. Informal care activities may be provided in residence with or near PLWD or at a distance. Definitions and inclusion criteria for informal caregiver should specify relative or unpaid non-relative, having some prior relationship or social ties to the PLWD, and not receiving compensation for care for the PLWD from a caregiving institution. [
Journal of Gerontological Nursing, 50
(12), 41–45.]
Preventing Depression Among Older Adults With Severe Illness: The Mediating Role of Life Satisfaction and the Moderating Role of Gender
Authors: Liu Juan , Wei Wei , Ding Zhihong 
Published: December 2024

Purpose
The occurrence of severe illness, the risk for which increases as people age, often results in depression. The current study aimed to explore how and when severe illness leads to depression among older adults.

Method
Data collected from a sample of 756 older adults were analyzed using moderated mediation analysis to examine the underlying mechanism between severe illness and depression.

Results
Results, as verified by a robustness check, demonstrated that life satisfaction mediated the association between severe illness and depression among older men and women, and that gender moderated the direct relationship between severe illness and depression.

Conclusion

The formation path of depression from severe illness among older adults varies according to gender. For men, severe illness did not directly trigger depression, but indirectly triggered depression through decreased life satisfaction; for women, severe illness not only triggered depression directly, but also indirectly triggered depression through decreased life satisfaction. Results yield theoretical and practical implications for gerontological nursing. [
Journal of Gerontological Nursing, 51
(2), 43–52.]
Surgical Treatment of Strabismus in Children With Developmental Delay: A Review of the Literature and Results of Personal Experience
Authors: Vagge Aldo , Lembo Andrea , Nucci Paolo 
Published: December 2024

Purpose
To review the current literature, to provide a foundation of knowledge on strabismus surgery in patients with developmental delay, and to present results from the authors' personal experience.

Methods
The following terms were searched on PubMed: strabismus surgery, mental delay, developmental delay, Down syndrome, Angelman syndrome, cerebral palsy, hydrocephalus, Williams syndrome, fragile X syndrome, and fetal alcohol syndrome. Surgical outcomes were analyzed and discussed; only English articles were included. Medical records of 183 patients with developmental delay who underwent strabismus correction surgery from 2001 to 2020 were examined and discussed.

Results
Articles were reviewed and analyzed, categorized based on the disease. The authors' experience included 183 patients with various diseases or syndromes: 44 Down syndrome, 40 fetal alcohol syndrome, 36 Williams syndrome, 9 fragile X syndrome, 12 Angel-man syndrome, 11 Cohen syndrome, and 31 cerebral palsy. Surgical results at 3 and 18 months of follow-up were analyzed. Regarding esotropia surgery, 83.9% had a deviation of less than 8 prism diopters at 3 months and 53.8% at 18 months of follow-up. Hypocorrection was seen in 7.7% and 3.5% and hypercorrection was observed in 8.4% and 52.7% at 3 and 18 months, respectively. For exotropia, 60% had a deviation of less than 8 prism diopters at 3 months and 22.5% at 18 months. Hypocorrection occurred in 35% and 75%, whereas hypercorrection was found in 5% and 2.5%, respectively.

Conclusions
A higher prevalence of strabismus was found in these patients and the surgical outcomes were more difficult to predict. Patients with esotropia were more hypercorrected, whereas those with exotropia were more hyporcorrected.

[
J Pediatr Ophthalmol Strabismus
. 20XX;X(X):XXX–XXX.]
Ocular Cystinosis Experience in Southwestern Ontario
Authors: Tran Edward , Makar Inas , Grimmer Joanne , Sharan Sapna 
Published: December 2024

Purpose
To evaluate ocular treatment adherence and its impact on clinical outcomes in patients with cystinosis in southwestern Ontario, where the disease incidence is higher due to a founder effect in the Old Order Amish population.

Methods
This was a retrospective case series of patients with ocular cystinosis seen at Victoria Hospital and the Ivey Eye Institute at St Joseph's Health Care in London, Ontario, Canada, from 2008 to 2023. The authors investigated the demographics, ocular manifestations, and visual outcomes and characteristics in pediatric patients with ocular cystinosis. They also conducted qualitative analysis to characterize medication compliance and identify treatment barriers to compliance.

Results

This study included 14 patients with ocular cystinosis. In southwestern Ontario, the incidence of cystinosis is approximately 1 in 4,700 live births. Most patients were Old Order Amish, with a family history of cystinosis and consanguineous parents. During treatment, patients were typically asymptomatic, but photophobia was the most reported symptom. Slit-lamp examination revealed cystine crystals in the cornea of all patients; however, best corrected visual acuity and intraocular pressure were unremarkable in every case. A Fisher's exact test revealed a trend toward lower compliance in Amish patients compared to non-Amish patients (odds ratio: 0.067,
P
= .103). Significant treatment barriers for patients with ocular cystinosis were identified, including compliance issues with frequent eye drop regimens, educational and financial burdens, and geographical and cultural challenges, all impacting patient care and follow-up.

Conclusions
This study highlights the need for improved strategies to improve treatment compliance and overcome barriers to care for patients with ocular cystinosis, particularly within the Old Order Amish population in southwestern Ontario, to ensure better clinical outcomes and quality of life.

[
J Pediatr Ophthalmol Strabismus
. 20XX;XX(X):XXX–XXX.]
Savoir lire une documentation : une compétence à développer chez les étudiants du BUT Informatique
Authors: Joulia Danielle 
Published: December 2024

L’anglais est primordial dans les études d’informatique. Dès le premier semestre, les étudiants sont confrontés à l’anglais de spécialité lors des travaux pratiques du cœur de métier. Face à leur écran d’ordinateur qui affiche un contenu en anglais, ils doivent être capables de comprendre et de rechercher de manière efficace des informations pertinentes dans les documentations, notamment dans les manuels de langage de programmation. Pour la plupart, qui ont un niveau en anglais de faux-débutant (A1-A2), leurs compétences linguistiques ne leur permettent pas de conduire une lecture efficiente de ces contenus spécialisés. Notre objectif est de les aider à développer des stratégies de lecture : à partir d’extraits de manuels techniques, nous les guidons vers une approche globale de ces textes authentiques, et ce faisant, ils découvrent le genre textuel de ces documentations informatiques, leur organisation textuelle et rhétorique, leurs régularités syntaxiques et lexicales qui en facilitent la compréhension.
Recevoir un tableau ? Quelques devenirs du Champ de blé aux corbeaux de Van Gogh (peinture, poésie, cinéma, sculpture) des années 1930 à nos jours
Authors: Gheerardyn Claire 
Published: December 2024

Étudier la réception interartiale et mondialisée de Van Gogh pose un défi, celui d’affronter un corpus vaste, croissant sans cesse. La vie du peintre, son œuvre pictural, et sa correspondance suscitent des œuvres secondes hétérogènes, appartenant à tous les arts (peinture, sculpture, cinéma, musique, danse et performance, littérature, et en particulier poésie), émanant d’artistes aussi bien européens qu’américains et chinois. L’humanité tout entière semble partager la figure de Van Gogh qui incarne, dans l’imaginaire collectif, le génie par excellence et l’artiste maudit. Parmi les huit cents toiles du peintre, les œuvres secondes opèrent une sélection, caractéristique des processus de réception. Elles retiennent une dizaine de toiles, dont le Champ de blé aux corbeaux (1890), sur lequel porte notre étude. Ce tableau donne en effet naissance à un autre corpus, lui‑même exponentiel, où l’on retrouve la plupart des éléments récurrents dans la réception générale du peintre. On y découvre le Van Gogh des avant‑gardes et celui de la culture populaire, le Van Gogh des expressionnistes et celui des post‑modernes commentant la notoriété du peintre, l’artiste dégénéré, l’interlocuteur de toutes les douleurs de l’humanité. Ce surcroît de significations survient dans la mesure où ce tableau est considéré comme dernière œuvre, la création ultime, réalisée au moment où la mort frappe le peintre, alors même qu’aucun élément concret ne vient prouver ce fait. Notre article cherche à faire apparaître des chaînes et des blocs de réception. Il montre que ce corpus d’œuvres secondes se nourrit à la fois des propositions d’histoire de l’art, des expositions successives, de l’intertextualité, et de constructions imaginaires propagées par la culture populaire.
Repeated short-term thermal stress and its impact on reproductive fitness in parthenium beetle, Zygogramma bicolorata (Coleoptera: Chrysomelidae)
Authors: Patel Arvind Kumar , Yadav Priyanka , Kumar Bhupendra 
Published: December 2024

Abstract
Insects experience variable temperature conditions in their natural environment, making constant temperature conditions in studies unrealistic. To address this, we investigated the effects of repeated short-term heat stress (STH) and short-term cold stress (STC) conditions on the pre-oviposition, oviposition, and post-oviposition periods, as well as on fecundity and egg viability of the parthenium beetle, Zygogramma bicolorata Pallister (Coleoptera: Chrysomelidae). We found that pre-oviposition periods were shortest under STH conditions and at the optimal temperature and longest under STC conditions. Conversely, oviposition and post-oviposition periods were longest at the optimal temperature. Oviposition periods were shortest under STH, whereas post-oviposition periods were shortest under both STH and STC conditions. Age-specific fecundity trends were triangular, and egg-viability trends were plateau-shaped at all temperatures. Females subjected to STH conditions experienced the highest oviposition peaks early in their adult life. Conversely, lifetime fecundity and longevity were highest at the optimal temperature, whereas egg viability was maximal under STH conditions. Regardless of the temperature they were maintained at, middle-aged females exhibited the highest fecundity and egg viability. Based on these results, despite reducing overall fecundity and longevity, STH conditions enhanced daily oviposition in females, with the peak occurring early in adult life. Additionally, both STH and STC conditions increased percentage egg viability in parthenium beetles.
IMPACT OF OIL PRICE VOLATILITY ON ECONOMIC GROWTH IN SUB-SAHARAN AFRICAN COUNTRIES
Authors: Anabori Mmadu Benjamin , Okeke Izuchukwu Chetachukwu , Ukpemeku Akponohwiroro Paris 
Published: December 2024

<p>This study examines the impact of the volatility of oil price on economic growth in Sub-Saharan African countries from the period of 2006-2021. Broadly, this study aims to investigate the impact of oil price volatility on economic growth in Sub-Saharan African Countries, looking particularly at Gross Domestic Product and exchange rate, Gross Capital Formation, and FDI as key variables that provide an indication of economic well-being. Four top Net oil exporting countries were selected for the study. The countries selected are Nigeria, Angola, Egypt and Algeria, as they form major oil-exporting countries in Sub-Saharan Africa with stable historical data. Panel data were used for the analysis. Panel Pooled OLS, Panel Fixed Effect Model and Generalized Method of Moment model were employed in the estimation for oil price volatility in sub-Saharan African countries. The estimation of the panel model for the oil exporting countries shows that the volatility of oil price has a positive and significant effect on the economic growth of oil exporting countries. The study recommends, among others, that Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) will increase capital inflows to these oil-exporting countries, promoting growth and employment. More so, corruption must be checked or controlled as it erodes investors’ confidence. Countries in oil exporting countries should invest in human capital, build infrastructure, and create independent institutions dealing with corrupt public officials who steal oil revenues.</p><p> </p><p><strong>JEL</strong>: Q43; F43; E52; O23</p><p> </p><p><strong> Article visualizations:</strong></p><p><img src="/-counters-/soc/0796/a.php" alt="Hit counter" /></p>
LES CONNECTEURS DANS LA GESTION DE TEXTES COURTS DES APPRENANTS GHANÉENS DE FRANÇAIS LANGUE ÉTRANGÈRE / USE OF CONNECTORS IN THE ORGANIZATION OF SHORT TEXTS BY GHANAIAN LEARNERS OF FRENCH AS A FOREIGN LANGUAGE
Authors: Kwawu Alexander 
Published: December 2024

<p>Ce travail examine l’emploi des connecteurs dans les textes écrits par des apprenants du français en première année à l’Université de Cape Coast. Notre hypothèse est que les connecteurs jouent un rôle de premier plan dans l’établissement de la cohésion-cohérence et de la pertinence des textes écrits par les apprenants du français comme une langue étrangère. Les connecteurs sont donc un outil important pour comprendre et évaluer leur production écrite. Le corpus est constitué de quarante textes portant sur des sujets variés et différents types de textes. Les résultats quantitatifs montrent que les apprenants utilisent une petite variété des connecteurs, plus particulièrement les connecteurs aussi. L’étude montre également des usages incorrects des connecteurs. Les analyses qualitatives démontrent que les occurrences de certains connecteurs tiennent à des condition liées la planification textuelle. Elles montrent aussi que l’emploi qualitatif des connecteurs dépendent du mode de planification adopté par les apprenants. Pour conclure, nous avons identifié des points d’entrée pour améliorer l’usage des connecteurs dans l’écrit des apprenants. Notre travail contribue ainsi à la didactique de l’écrit en FLE au niveau universitaire. </p><p>The present study examines the use of sentence connectors in the written texts of first year university learners of French in the University of Cape Coast. The work is grounded in the hypothesis that connectors play an important role not only in in textual cohesion and coherence but also in perceiving the relevance of text segments they link. Therefore, they serve as an important tool for understanding and evaluating learners’ written texts. The data consists of 40 texts on a variety of subjects and text types. The quantitative analysis revealed that the learners used a restricted repertoire of connectors. It also showed that the learners frequently committed errors in using the connectors. The qualitative analysis demonstrated that the use of certain connectors is linked to the mode of textual planification used by the students. Il also showed that the quality of the relations expressed by the connectors depended on the learners’ expertise in planning and structuring their ideas in relation with the text types. The study concludes with some suggestions aimed to improve the use of connectors in the written texts of learners. Our work contributes to writing pedagogy in French as a foreign language in the university context. </p><p> </p><p><strong> Article visualizations:</strong></p><p><img src="/-counters-/soc/0597/a.php" alt="Hit counter" /></p>
Применение риск-ориентированного подхода в государственных закупках
Authors: Ю.С. Костыря , В.В. Новиков 
Published: December 2024

В статье рассмотрены вопросы применения риск-ориентированного подхода в государственных закупках, показана актуализация риска в современных условиях хозяйствования, обоснована связь риска с действиями заказчика, проведен анализ отдельных видов нарушений в сфере закупок, даны рекомендации по внедрению антимонопольного комплаенса в деятельность государственных заказчиков.
The article discusses the application of risk-based approach in public procurement, shown Actualization of risk in modern economic conditions, Justified connection Risk of Employer’s Actions, analysis Certain types of procurement violations, Recommendations for implementation Antimonopoly compliance in the activities of state customers.
Роль государственных и частных инициатив в цифровой трансформации сельского хозяйства
Authors: Н.А. Зейтунян , В.А. Драниченкова , В.В. Драгуленко 
Published: December 2024

В статье представлена роль государства и частных предпринимателей в развитии и внедрении цифровых техник и технологий в сельском хозяйстве. В роль государства входит регулирование законодательства и трудового кодекса при внедрении цифровизации в аграрный сектор, также предоставлении поддержки предприятиям и фермерам, которые способствуют развитию и быстрому внедрению новых технологий в производство продукции сельского хозяйства. В число задач предпринимателей входит обеспечение бесперебойной работы предприятия, для этого предоставляются курсы по повышению квалификации сотрудников и проводятся переговоры как между компаниями, так и с государством по использованию новых технологий и техники в аграрном секторе.
The article presents the role of the state and private entrepreneurs in the development and implementation of digital techniques and technologies in agriculture. The role of the state includes the regulation of legislation and the Labor Code in the implementation of digitalization in the agricultural sector, as well as providing support to enterprises and farmers who contribute to the development and rapid introduction of new technologies in the production of agricultural products. Among the tasks of entrepreneurs is to ensure the smooth operation of the enterprise, for this purpose, staff training courses are provided and negotiations are held both between companies and with the state on the use of new technologies and equipment in the agricultural sector.