bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Land Invasion by the Mudskipper, Periophthalmodon septemradiatus, in Fresh and Saline Waters of the Mekong River
Authors: Mai Hieu Van , Tran Loi Xuan , Dinh Quang Minh , Tran Dinh Dac , Murata Mizuri , Sagara Haruka , Yamada Akinori , Shirai Kotaro , Ishimatsu Atsushi 
Published: October 2019

AbstractThere has been a long-standing controversy about whether vertebrates emerged in the Paleozoic from marine or freshwater environments. Several hypotheses have proposed coastal, estuarine and riparian areas as sites of the transition. Here, we report the ecology of an amphibious fish Periophthalmodon septemradiatus, which we presume is in the process of niche expansion into terrestrial habitats from estuarine to freshwater environments along the Mekong River, Vietnam. Adult fish are highly terrestrial and have not been observed to venture into water during our survey. Courtship behaviour was observed, and fertilised eggs were recovered from burrows in both brackish and freshwater environments. The smallest fish collected at 12, 96, and 148 km from the river mouth were juveniles shortly after starting an amphibious life. These findings suggest reproduction in both brackish and freshwater environments. In contrast, otolith Sr:Ca ratio indicates larval hatching only in brackish water. Analysis of a 940-base pair (bp) segment of the mitochondrial cytochrome c oxidase subunit II and a 934-bp segment of the mitochondrial D-loop demonstrated no genetic segregation between populations. The fish may provide a unique opportunity to study how ambient salinity affects the biology and ecology of a living vertebrate during transition from water to land.
New screening approach for Alzheimer’s disease risk assessment from urine lipid peroxidation compounds
Authors: Peña-Bautista Carmen , Vigor Claire , Galano Jean-Marie , Oger Camille , Durand Thierry , Ferrer Inés , Cuevas Ana , López-Cuevas Rogelio , Baquero Miguel , López-Nogueroles Marina , Vento Máximo , Hervás-Marín David , García-Blanco Ana , Cháfer-Pericás Consuelo 
Published: October 2019

AbstractAlzheimer Disease (AD) standard biological diagnosis is based on expensive or invasive procedures. Recent research has focused on some molecular mechanisms involved since early AD stages, such as lipid peroxidation. Therefore, a non-invasive screening approach based on new lipid peroxidation compounds determination would be very useful. Well-defined early AD patients and healthy participants were recruited. Lipid peroxidation compounds were determined in urine using a validated analytical method based on liquid chromatography coupled to tandem mass spectrometry. Statistical studies consisted of the evaluation of two different linear (Elastic Net) and non-linear (Random Forest) regression models to discriminate between groups of participants. The regression models fitted to the data from some lipid peroxidation biomarkers (isoprostanes, neuroprostanes, prostaglandines, dihomo-isoprostanes) in urine as potential predictors of early AD. These prediction models achieved fair validated area under the receiver operating characteristics (AUC-ROCs > 0.68) and their results corroborated each other since they are based on different analytical principles. A satisfactory early screening approach, using two complementary regression models, has been obtained from urine levels of some lipid peroxidation compounds, indicating the individual probability of suffering from early AD.
Clinical Application of Two-Dimensional Scanning Digital Kymography in Discrimination of Diplophonia
Authors: Bae In-Ho , Wang Soo-Geun , Kwon Soon-Bok , Kim Seong-Tae , Sung Eui-Suk , Lee Jin-Choon 
Published: October 2019

Purpose
The purpose of this study was to investigate the characteristics of diplophonia using an auditory perception and multimodal simultaneous examination, which included sound waveform analysis, electroglottography (EGG), digital kymography (DKG), and 2-dimensional scanning digital kymography (2D DKG). Additionally, we compared the diagnostic accuracy of each method using a binary classifier in confusion matrix and convenience of discrimination, based on the time required for interpretation.

Method
One normophonic male, 12 patients with diplophonia, and 12 dysphonia patients without diplophonia were enrolled. A multimodal simultaneous evaluation was used to analyze the vibration pattern of diplophonia. Sensitivity, specificity, accuracy, area under the curve, and interpretation time were used to compare the various diagnostic methods. Discrimination was determined by 3 raters.

Results
There are 3 types of asymmetric vibratory patterns in diplophonia. The types are based on the oscillators vibrating at different frequencies: asymmetry of the left and right cords (6 subjects with unilateral palsy and 1 subject with vocal polyps), asymmetry of anterior and posterior cords (2 subjects with vocal polyps), and asymmetry of true and false cords (3 subjects with muscle tension dysphonia). All evaluation methods were useful as diagnostic tools, with all areas under the curve > .70. The diagnostic accuracy was highest with DKG (95.83%), followed by 2D DKG (83.33%), EGG (81.94%), auditory-perceptual evaluation (80.56%), and sound waveform (77.78%). The interpretation time was the shortest for auditory-perceptual evaluation (6.07 ± 1.34 s), followed by 2D DKG (10.04 ± 3.00 s), EGG (12.49 ± 2.76 s), and DKG (13.53 ± 2.60 s).

Conclusions
Auditory-perceptual judgment was the easiest and fastest method for experienced raters, but its diagnostic accuracy was lower than that of DKG or 2D DKG. The diagnostic accuracy of DKG was the highest, but 2D DKG allowed rapid interpretation and showed relatively high diagnostic accuracy, except in cases with space-occupying lesions.

Supplemental Material

https://doi.org/10.23641/asha.9911786
Benefits of Remote Microphone Technology in Health Care Management for the World War II Generation
Authors: Thibodeau Linda M. 
Published: October 2019

Purpose
The purpose of this article was to provide a review for hearing care providers of the need for improving the auditory signal for older adults who are often faced with hearing challenges in medical settings. Personal devices worn at the ear level may not reduce communication challenges that result from noise, reverberation, and distance. The use of a remote microphone may greatly enhance the audibility of the health care provider's voice and reduce the stress caused by miscommunication. Suggestions for optimal use of remote microphone technology in medical settings are provided in 3 settings: office appointment, hospital stays, and living with caregivers/nurses.

Conclusions
Use of remote microphone technology in conjunction with personal ear-level technology may significantly facilitate communication in the health care setting. In addition to providing a higher quality signal when worn by a speaker, the microphone may serve as a reminder to the health care provider to speak more slowly and clearly, as well as to ask for confirmation that the correct information was received.
Tanztheater als Unterstützungsangebot für krebsüberlebende Frauen: Eine explorative Studie
Authors: Weis Joachim , Golombek Kristin 
Published: October 2019

Zusammenfassung
Ziel der Studie Es gibt zahlreiche Belege dafür, dass körperliche Bewegung und Tanztherapie eine positive Wirkung auf Krebspatienten in der Rehabilitation von Krebspatienten haben. Bisher wenig erprobt sind innovative Angebote wie Tanztheater. Es war das Ziel der vorliegenden Pilotstudie zu untersuchen, inwieweit ein Tanztheaterprojekt für Frauen nach einer Krebserkrankung sowie indirekt von Krebs betroffene Frauen die Verarbeitung der Krankheitserfahrung, die Lebensqualität sowie verschiedene Prozessmerkmale positiv beeinflussen kann.
Methodik Die Pilotstudie zur Evaluation eines Tanztheaterprojektes basiert auf einem Mixed-Methods-Ansatz unter Einbeziehung von Interviews und Fragebogenerhebungen. Im qualitativen Teil wurden mit den Teilnehmerinnen Interviews zu verschiedenen psychosozialen Aspekten ihrer Erfahrung mit dem Tanztheater durchgeführt. Im quantitativen Teil der Studie wurden die Teilnehmer zu 2 Meßzeitpunkten zu Beginn des Projektes sowie am Ende des Projektes nach ca. 9 Monaten mit standardisierten und nicht standardisierten Fragebögen befragt.
Ergebnisse Die Stichprobe (N=27) bestand aus Frauen, die direkt (n=21; 78%) oder indirekt über nahestehende Personen (n=6; 22%) von einer Krebserkrankung betroffen waren. Die quantitative Auswertung zeigte, dass es sich um eine durch die Krankheitserfahrung und Therapiefolgen belas-tete Stichprobe handelte. Die Werte der psychosozialen Belastung, Ängstlichkeit, Depressivität und Lebensqualität änderten sich im Follow-up Zeitraum des Tanzprojektes nur unwesentlich. Die qualitative Auswertung zeigte, dass das Projekt von den Teilnehmerinnen im Hinblick auf die psychische Bewältigung der psychosozialen und körperlichen Folgen der Erkrankung sehr positiv bewertet wurde. Die Erwartungen der Teilnehmerinnen an das Projekt konnten zum überwiegenden Teil erfüllt werden.
Schlussfolgerung Die Pilotstudie gibt erste Hinweise darauf, dass das Tanztheaterprojekt ein hilfreiches Unterstützungsangebot für Krebsüberlebende und Angehörige darstellen kann. Aufgrund der hohen Anforderungen stellt das Tanztheater jedoch zugleich Anforderungen an die Teilnehmerinnen und scheint daher nur für ausgewählte Patientengruppen geeignet zu sein. Die aufgrund des Pilotcharakters als vorläufig zu betrachtenden Ergebnisse sollten in weiteren Studien validiert werden.
Top-Ten Tips for Imaging the ACL
Authors: Griffith James F. , Ng Alex W.H. 
Published: October 2019

AbstractTears of the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) are common and represent a serious injury. Although diagnosis on magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is usually straightforward, diagnostic difficulty can occasionally arise. This review provides tips for imaging the ACL in those scenarios where a confident diagnosis is not possible on standard MRI of the knee. Potential pitfalls while imaging the ACL are also discussed.
Hand and Wrist: A Kaleidoscopic View of Accessory Ossicles, Variants, Coalitions, and Others
Authors: Mespreuve Marc , Bosmans Frederik , Waked Karl , Vanhoenacker Filip M. 
Published: October 2019

AbstractAccessory bones, variants, and coalitions are not uncommon at the hand-wrist region. They are often overlooked because they are usually asymptomatic and found incidentally on imaging. However, they may sometimes present as a (painful) swelling or mimic a (sequel of a) fracture. Other symptoms may be attributed to impingement and exercise-related pain. Thorough knowledge of the anatomy, systematic imaging analysis, and the awareness of their existence are the clues to a correct identification. Plain radiography and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) play a pivotal role in the correct diagnosis. In general, signal intensity on MRI is similar to the normal bony structures. However, concomitant bone marrow edema may indicate the presence of impingement. Therefore, MRI sequences with fat suppression should be included in case of symptomatic findings. This article provides a kaleidoscopic overview of some of the prevalent bony anomalies of the hand-wrist region and their potential pathogenic nature.
How the Ends of Bones Evolve and What They Do: The Anatomical and Biomechanical Perspective
Authors: Putz Reinhard , Boszczyk Bronek , Milz Stefan 
Published: October 2019

Skeletal ossification occurs either directly within mesenchymal tissues or indirectly through a template of hyaline cartilage. Between the epiphyses and diaphyses of long bones, hyaline cartilaginous growth plates remain and constitute the progenitor cell reservoir from which the tissue develops toward the diaphysis and determines longitudinal bone size. Growth plates exhibit a characteristic architecture with columnar cell organization and different zonal morphology. The cells increase their volume toward the diaphysis, and eventually the longitudinally arranged septa of extracellular matrix mineralize. Finally, the mineralized cartilage matrix is replaced by lamellar bone. The extracellular matrix is rich in glycosaminoglycans, proteoglycans, and collagen II; at the edges of the growth plates, collagen I, III, and collagen X, especially at the mineralization front, are also present.The geometry of the growth plates is regulated by the local mechanical environment. In general, all plates orient themselves perpendicular to the resulting compressive force vector; grooves, ridges, and lateral angulations are adaptations to withstand shear forces acting on the growth plates. The final shape of the fully grown bone is determined not only by the epiphyseal growth plates but also by their apophyseal counterpart. Both structures respond in a comparable fashion to the local mechanical environment.
Nanoceria and Its Biomedical Relevance
Authors: Kailashiya Jyotsna , Dash Debabrata 
Published: October 2019

AbstractNanoceria is a nanosized particle preparation of cerium oxide. It shows mixture of cerium in the 3+ and 4+ states on the nanoparticle surface, giving it interesting redox properties. Nanoceria shows effective biological antioxidant properties, which makes it a great candidate for biomedical applications. Many studies have shown promising results on therapeutic potential of nanoceria in diseases like cancer, diabetes, atherosclerosis, and neurodegenerative diseases. Meanwhile, other studies explored biodistribution and toxicity of nanoceria. This review article describes nanoceria, its relevant biomedical applications, and adverse effects, based on previously reported studies.
Top-Ten Tips for Imaging Groin Injury in Athletes
Authors: Madani Hardi , Robinson Philip 
Published: October 2019

Athletic groin injury remains a challenging prospect for sports clinicians and radiologists because of the closely related anatomical structures and overlapping clinical presentations. Recent consensus work designated four causative clinical entities, with the adductor/rectus aponeurosis and pubic symphysis capsule emphasized as key areas. This article highlights these key aspects of athletic groin injury with tips on anatomy, potential abnormalities, acronyms, and imaging appearances in this complex but common and potentially incapacitating entity. Many clinical and radiologic terms are in use such as cleft, enthesitis, plate injury, or defect that can cause confusion, and thus anatomical descriptions are preferable.Detailed clinical assessment is necessary but remains challenging because of the nonspecific presentations. Imaging, and in particular magnetic resonance imaging, plays an essential role in the evaluation process. But only when the two are used in combination can an accurate diagnosis be reached because several studies in asymptomatic athletes show that reactive changes are common.
Translating discourse markers in theater
Authors: Tarantini Angela Tiziana , Benatti Ruben 
Published: October 2019

AbstractThis article examines the translation of discourse markers in drama dialogue. Discourse markers are an important feature of spoken language, and unsurprisingly, they abound in drama dialogue. Yet very few studies have addressed the issue of discourse markers in theater translation. While some scholars suggest that discourse markers do not add anything to the propositional content of the sentence (Bazzanella 1994), our study reveals that it is very difficult to omit them in translation. In this article we suggest that an approach based on pragmatics could inform the practice of translating discourse markers in a playtext without overriding the importance of the rhythm of a spoken utterance, which is vital for rendering a play in translation (Bartlett 1996).
Development of a new primary humidity measurement standard
Authors: FitzGerald Conor , Mac Lochlainn Dubhaltach , Strnad Radek , Hodžić Nedžadeta 
Published: October 2019

Abstract
A new primary humidity generator was developed at the National Standards Authority of Ireland (NSAI). The principles of operation and overall design of the generator are discussed. The flow regime within the saturators was analysed using computational fluid dynamics (CFD) to determine if sufficient mixing takes place within the final saturator. This was later investigated by experiment and it was found that sufficient mixing takes place for flow rates up to 3 l min−1 at standard flow conditions of 101 325 Pa and 293.15 K. The uncertainty due to non-ideal saturation at 90 °C dp is discussed. This uncertainty was analysed with respect to the effect that the flow speed and latent heating in the saturators has on the saturation efficiency, separately. The uncertainty associated with saturation efficiency at 90 °C dew point was estimated from the temperature gradients along the saturation path arising due to latent heating effects. The standard uncertainty due to non-ideal saturation was found to be  ±3 mK dp.
The characterization of laser-induced thermal damage mechanism of mid-infrared optical coatings with surface contaminants
Authors: Lou Zhaokai , Han Kai , Zhang Chaofan , Chen Minsun , Yan Baozhu , Yang Yi , Liu Hao , Chen Jian , Li Xiao 
Published: October 2019

Abstract
Understanding the laser-induced thermal damage mechanism is important to the development of high power continuous wave (CW) laser. In this paper, we monitor the evolution of damage via a self-build optical element testing platform and build a correspond theoretical model based on the temperature field and heat conduction theory. The waveband of optical coatings (ZnSe and YbF3) under test is dedicated for the mid-infrared. Using a 10 kW level mid-infrared CW laser, the thermal stress damage process of the optical coatings caused by surface contaminants is recorded. The Finite Element Method was employed to calculate the thermal damage mechanism of mid-infrared optical coatings. The calculated thermal damage mechanism agrees very well with our experiment. To the best of our knowledge, this is the first comprehensive study on thermal damage mechanism of mid-infrared coatings with surface contaminants induced by CW laser.
Design and development of dual axis sun tracking system for floating PV plant
Authors: Natarajan Sendhil Kumar , Kumar Aman , Mohamed Raqeeb , Rathna R , Mondal Swaraj , Suraparaju Subbarama Kousik 
Published: October 2019

Abstract
Increase in need of non-renewable energy sources has directed to the installation of PV plants in many areas. But considering the availability of land and the charges, the PV plant can be installed on water bodies like dams, reservoirs, lake, waste water treatment plants, canals etc. Floating type PV panels has a number of advantages compared to the land-based PV plant; its efficiency can be increased by effective cooling and tracking mechanism. The installation in water bodies offers additional advantages to the aquatic environment like reducing the evaporation rate of the water body, reduces unwanted plant growth in water body; improving the water quality. In this paper, detailed description of floating and the rotating structures in the plant. For higher efficiency the solar panel should be tracking in two axes, that is, tracking of azimuthal and altitude axis. Hence, dual axis tracking system is adopted and the mechanism is explained. Torque calculations are made for selection of correct stepper motor and hybrid linear actuator. Different materials for the platform are compared. A prototype made of wood was design and developed in NIT Puducherry.
Life cycle assessment on biofuel production from biomass gasification and syngas fermentation
Authors: Muthudineshkumar R. , Anand R. 
Published: October 2019

Abstract
Biomass is gaining popularity in research for the development of new renewable and eco-friendly energy sources. Since lignocellulosic biomass, resources are ample and renewable. One of the methods to convert biomass into usable gaseous fuel is gasification process. Gasification is a very simple process to convert solid fuels into gaseous fuels. It can be used to gasify even low-grade agricultural solid residues to combustible gases to meet the energy requirements in a decentralized manner. Since gasification results in fewer pollutant emissions, it is also an environmentally clean way of utilizing fuels. In this proposed study, comparative life cycle Assessment will be performed for power generation from biomass downdraft gasification and syngas fermentation for biofuel synthesis in two stages. The present investigation is to analyse the Prosopis Juliflora biomass waste intended for ultimate, calorific value and proximate analysis and to evaluate their characterization as feedstock for utilization in gasification process. In the first stage, the feedstock is first fed into downdraft gasifier from top to bottom, followed by a sequence of operation namely drying, pyrolysis, oxidation, and reduction for syngas generation. The synthesis gas derived from biomass downdraft gasification often contains additional components such as tar, acetylene, ethane and ethylene. The impurities available in the synthesis gas causes a potential scaling in the ways and by inhibiting microbial catalyst, which involves a cellular low growth and poor yield in product. Some recent studies reported that syngas has been converted into liquid fuel by using Fisher trophic synthesis, but it requires a catalyst. So, in the second stage the syngas fermenter with the capacity of 7-L would be designed and fabricated for the continuous production of 1 g/L biobutanol from purified syngas using the mixed culture mainly consists of C1 fixing homoacetogenic and C4-producing butyrate microorganisms or butyrogens. The produced syngas can also be used directly as a fuel for Solid Oxide fuel cell applications.
Thermal Performance of a Salt Gradient Non-Convective Solar Pond in Subtropical Region Climatic Conditions
Authors: Natarajan Sendhil Kumar , Sahu Susant Kumar , K Arjun Singh 
Published: October 2019

Abstract
Renewable energy is becoming a significant source of energy due to the intensification in crude oil prices and the upsurge in greenhouse effects due to burning of fossil fuels. With only finite source of fossil fuel and exponential increase in the demand of power because of increase in human population, power generation from renewable energy promises a sustainable future for the mankind. Solar energy can be harnessed to meet our energy needs for a sustainable future. After the remarkable hike in oil prices numerous countries began to do an extensive research and development to utilize solar energy. There are many methods to trap solar energy, but an effective one was by using solar pond. Solar pond is an unnaturally constructed pond in which large temperature can be maintained in the lower convective zone by the way of higher salt concentration and by preventing natural convection so these ponds are termed as salt gradient solar pond. In this current research a salt gradient solar pond is designed and developed. Further the Thermal Analysis and Performance of the same model has been done in Vizag Climatic Condition. The same model can be utilized for generating sensible and latent heat for room heating and industrial heating applications. Moreover, electrical power can be generated by using suitable heat exchanger and working medium of low boiling point values such as ammonia.