bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
miRNATissueAtlas 2025: an update to the uniformly processed and annotated human and mouse non-coding RNA tissue atlas
Authors: Rishik Shusruto , Hirsch Pascal , Grandke Friederike , Fehlmann Tobias , Keller Andreas 
Published: November 2024

Abstract
MiRNAs represent a non-coding RNA class that regulate gene expression and pathways. While miRNAs are evolutionary conserved most data stems from Homo sapiens and Mus musculus. As miRNA expression is highly tissue specific, we developed miRNATissueAtlas to comprehensively explore this landscape in H. sapiens. We expanded the H. sapiens tissue repertoire and included M. musculus. In past years, the number of public miRNA expression datasets has grown substantially. Our previous releases of the miRNATissueAtlas represent a great framework for a uniformly pre-processed and label-harmonized resource containing information on these datasets. We incorporate the respective data in the newest release, miRNATissueAtlas 2025, which contains expressions from 9 classes of ncRNA from 799 billion reads across 61 593 samples for H. sapiens and M. musculus. The number of organs and tissues has increased from 28 and 54 to 74 and 373, respectively. This number includes physiological tissues, cell lines and extracellular vesicles. New tissue specificity index calculations build atop the knowledge of previous iterations. Calculations from cell lines enable comparison with physiological tissues, providing a valuable resource for translational research. Finally, between H. sapiens and M. musculus, 35 organs overlap, allowing cross-species comparisons. The updated miRNATissueAtlas 2025 is available at https://www.ccb.uni-saarland.de/tissueatlas2025.
Acquired and genetic determinants of disease phenotype and therapeutic strategies in C3 glomerulopathy and immunoglobulin-associated MPGN
Authors: Meuleman Marie-Sophie , Roquigny Julia , Brousse Romain , El Sissy Carine , Durieux Guillaume , Quintrec Moglie Le , Van Huyen Jean-Paul Duong , Frémeaux-Bacchi Véronique , Chauvet Sophie 
Published: November 2024

ABSTRACT
C3 glomerulopathy (C3G), a prototype of complement-mediated disease, is characterized by significant heterogeneity, in terms of not only clinical, histological and biological presentation but also prognosis, and response to existing therapies. Recent advancements in understanding the factors responsible for alternative pathway dysregulation in the disease have highlighted its even more complex nature. Here, we propose a reexamination of the diversity of C3G presentations in light of the drivers of complement activation. Autoantibodies targeting complement proteins, genetic abnormalities in complement genes and monoclonal immunoglobulins are now well-known to drive disease occurrence. This review discusses how these drivers contribute to the heterogeneity in disease phenotype and outcomes, providing insights into tailored diagnostic and therapeutic approaches. In recent years, a broad spectrum of complement inhibitory therapies has emerged, soon to be available in clinical practice. The recognition of specific clinical, biological and histological patterns associated with different forms of C3G is crucial for personalized management, particularly treatment strategies.
A highly visible-transparent thermochromic smart window with broadband infrared modulation for all-season energy savings
Authors: Jiang Yi , Wang Yunlong , Kong Deshuo , Chen Zipeng , Yang Zhengwei , Cao Ningning , Chi Haowen , Zhu Shining , Zhang Qiuhong , Zhu Jia , Zhu Bin 
Published: November 2024

ABSTRACT
Thermochromic smart windows effectively reduce the energy consumption for buildings through passive light modulation including the transmission of visible (TVis) and near-infrared (TNIR) light, and the emissivity of mid-infrared (εMIR) light in response to ambient temperature change. However, thermochromic windows that maintain high TVis while modulating TNIR and εMIR simultaneously are highly desirable but still challenging. Here, we develop a thermochromic smart window based on a two-way shape memory polymer to enable reversible transformation and achieve TNIR modulation of 44.0% and εMIR modulation of 76.5% while maintaining high TVis (&gt;50%). Compared to traditional windows based on silica glass, this device shows 4°C lower temperature in summer daytime, 2°C higher in winter daytime, and 1°C higher in spring nighttime. It is expected that our device can achieve greater annual energy savings in comparison with commercial glass anywhere in the world and promote the progress of thermochromic windows for energy-efficient buildings.
Addressing Tobacco Screening and Treatment Among Racially and Ethnically Minoritized Parents in Pediatric Clinics: Barriers and Facilitators
Authors: Wilhelm April K , Bauer Karen , Allen Michele L , Fu Steven S , de Brito Junia N , Pratt Rebekah J 
Published: November 2024

Abstract

Introduction
Household secondhand smoke (SHS) exposure remains a significant health issue for racially and ethnically minoritized children in the United States. Delivering parental tobacco treatment during pediatric primary care visits can reduce children’s SHS exposure. This study examined current tobacco screening practices and health system stakeholder perceptions of facilitators and barriers to addressing tobacco use during pediatric visits among racially and ethnically minoritized parents.

Methods
We conducted 25 semistructured interviews with clinicians, staff, and health system leaders from five pediatric primary care clinics in Minneapolis–St. Paul, Minnesota. The study was informed by the Health Equity Implementation Framework. Interviews were analyzed using both directed content and thematic analysis.

Results
Participants identified multilevel facilitators and barriers to addressing parental tobacco use in minoritized families. Within the clinical encounter, barriers included linguistic and cultural barriers, health system navigational challenges, medical mistrust, low levels of clinician and staff knowledge, skills, and confidence, time constraints, and lack of alignment with external metrics. Facilitators centered on leveraging interpreters’ cultural knowledge and the presence of culturally congruent clinicians and staff to reduce medical mistrust and stigma, developing linguistically and culturally relevant resources, and integrating prompts and resources into the electronic health record. Participants described how lessons from previous system change mechanisms would facilitate this work.

Conclusions
Addressing health system, training and resources, and linguistic and cultural barriers among clinicians and staff is essential to strengthen their capacity to address household SHS exposure among racially and ethnically minoritized populations as a component of pediatric preventive care.

Implications
Clinicians and health system staff perceive unique barriers to identifying and addressing parental tobacco use among racially and ethnically minoritized parents during pediatric primary care visits. Solutions to expand tobacco treatment access to minoritized parents in pediatric settings must attend to clinician training needs on tobacco treatment, embedding clinical encounter resources and reminders that match the linguistic and cultural needs and preferences of their patient populations, and increasing access to high-quality interpreting services and culturally congruent staff.
Zooplankton metacommunity knowledge over 20 years: a systematic review
Authors: Deosti Sabrina , Bonecker Claudia Costa , Mantovano Tatiane , de Fátima Bonfim Francieli , Lansac-Tôha Fábio Amodêo 
Published: November 2024

Abstract
The metacommunity theory aims to understand the species dynamics at different scales by considering the influence of local and regional processes. We conducted a systematic review of zooplankton metacommunity studies in global aquatic ecosystems (freshwater, marine and estuarine) looking for the distribution, time scale, type of system, type of environment, zooplankton group tested, ecological approach and metacommunity approach analyzed in the studies. We also present an overview of the observed patterns of the zooplankton metacommunity in different environmental conditions. We searched for scientific studies published until December 2022 on Scopus and Web of Science using the words: “zooplankton” and “metacomunnit*.” Our results show that studies on the zooplankton metacommunity have become recurrent over time (167 studies), especially for pond systems and for the groups of rotifers, cladocerans and copepods; however, several gaps remain related to studies distribution and the low number of studies in streams, reservoirs, with functional and phylogenetic diversity, and the elements of metacommunity structure. Our data improve the knowledge of the zooplankton metacommunity over time, help to identify the gaps that need to be explored in future studies and bring a general overview of the observed patterns for the zooplankton metacommunity.
Carbon accumulation model for simulating 14C radioactivity in Chinese yam grown from a seed bulbil
Authors: Tani Takashi , Arai Ryuji 
Published: November 2024

Abstract
Modeling carbon accumulation in crop plants is key to evaluating the transfer of atmospheric 14C into the edible parts of the plants growing near nuclear facilities. Chinese yam ‘Nagaimo’ (Dioscorea polystachya Turcz.) is a major crop cultivated near a spent nuclear fuel reprocessing plant in Rokkasho, Aomori, Japan. We developed a dynamic compartment model for assessing carbon and 14C accumulation in Chinese yam grown from a seed bulbil in the field. Light and temperature dependence of leaf photosynthesis and temperature dependence of respiration in leaves, stems and belowground parts (tuber and root) were incorporated into the model. Estimated amounts of carbon in the leaves, stems and belowground parts were good agreement with the measured data from the field. Simulation results of 14C accumulation using this model indicated that the accumulation of 14C in belowground parts at the harvest depends on the rate of photosynthesis on the day of exposure.
Evaluation of an ionization chamber characteristics for 222Rn calibration
Authors: Furukawa Rio , Janik Miroslaw , Kodaira Satoshi , Hashimoto Hiroki , Omori Yasutaka , Tokonami Shinji , Hosoda Masahiro , Shimizu Morihito , Manabe Seiya , Matsumoto Tetsuro , Shimodan Chihiro , Sato Yasushi , Harano Hideki 
Published: November 2024

Abstract
The National Metrology Institute of Japan plan to use an inner-through-type ionization chamber (IC) as a working standard to calibrate radon monitors. Novel methods to calibrate the IC were described, and the calibration factor, CF [Bq m −3 A−1], of the IC with its expanded uncertainty (k = 2) was evaluated to be (2.0 ± 0.2) × 1016 Bq m−3 A−1 in the order of 10−13 A in the IC output current. In this study, the CFs, evaluated under sampling conditions between continuous gas flowing and stationary gas filled inside the IC, were in agreement within the uncertainty.
Radiation adaptive response: the biophysical phenomenon and its theoretical description
Authors: Fornalski Krzysztof W , Adamowski Łukasz , Bugała Ernest , Jarmakiewicz Rafał , Krasowska Julianna , Piotrowski Łukasz 
Published: November 2024

Abstract
The radiation adaptive response (or radioadaptation) effect is a biophysical and radiobiological phenomenon responsible for, e.g. the enhancement of repair processes, cell cycle and apoptosis regulation or enhancement of antioxidant production in cells/organisms irradiated by low doses and low dose-rates of ionising radiation. This phenomenon, however, is not always present, which creates many problems both for experimenters and theoreticians. Here we propose a comprehensive and complete theoretical model of radioadaptation grounded in mathematical concept of dose- and time-related probability function of the adaptive response appearance. This can be used in the context of two special cases of the adaptive response: the Raper–Yonezawa (priming dose) effect or constant low-dose-rate irradiation (e.g. for high natural background). This complete theoretical approach is supported by Monte Carlo simulations and real-experimental data used for model calibration and validation.
Evaluation and optimization of measurement conditions for heavy ions with fluorescent nuclear track detectors
Authors: Hu Jun , Kusumoto Tamon , Kodaira Satoshi 
Published: November 2024

Abstract
In applying fluorescent nuclear track detectors for heavy ion measurement, the fluorescence intensity directly influences linear energy transfer (LET) estimation. However, the conventional analysis highly depends on the analyzed depth and the reference frames from the optical readout. To improve the accuracy of measurements of heavy ions, the gradient of intensity and moving average fluorescence intensity were acquired and calculated to optimize the measurement conditions. The results indicate that the intensity gradient is an alternative quantity to discriminate ions with different LET, and the moving average fluorescence intensity is readily differentiated among individual ions without overlapping values in fluorescence intensity. The scanned range of 25–45 μm is suggested to be the most suitable depth for measurement. To exclude the impact of the variation in fluorescence intensity on evaluation, it is recommended to use the quantities calculated in moving averages with depth in the future.
Unexpected uncertainty in the use of simple sample machining technique for gamma-spectrometry
Authors: Yamada Takahiro , Hachinohe Mayumi , Hachisuka Akiko , Asakura Yumiko , Kanno Takuya , Kikuchi Mihoko 
Published: November 2024

Abstract
Elementary processing techniques such as cutting or grinding of foodstuffs are deemed adequate, particularly in the context of post-nuclear accidental situations, ensuring expeditious and effective testing for the gamma-ray spectrometry. Nevertheless, it is worth acknowledging that this straightforward procedure may predispose itself to appreciable variances in the detection efficiency of gamma-ray spectrometry, primarily attributable to the heterogeneity of the radioactivity distribution within the sample container, thereby incurring unexpected discrepancies or uncertainties. To investigate this impact, the precision of the actual sample measurements was scrutinised through statistical analysis.
Behavior of radioactive cesium concentration for 13 years after FDNPP accident at Koriyama campus of Nihon University, Fukushima, Japan
Authors: Suzuki Ryoko , Okuyama Katsuhiko , Chiba Kohei , Hashimoto Taiki , Katsumata Natsumi , Ukitsu Azusa , Kheamsiri Khemruthai , Yamada Ryohei , Akata Naofumi 
Published: November 2024

Abstract
The concentration of the radioactive cesium (134Cs and 137Cs) in soils and in atmospheric fallouts has been measured at the Koriyama campus, Nihon University, after the Fukushima Dai-ichi Nuclear Power Plant accident for 13 y, from October 2011 till September 2023 and now ongoing. The concentration of them decreased very rapidly due to decontamination activities and weathering effects, with an environmental half-life of 1.21 and 2.82 y in soils, with those of 1.58 and 2.08 y in atmospheric fallouts for 134Cs and 137Cs, respectively. The behavior of the decrease was not simple, due to particles raised from the surface soil in wooded areas that had not been thoroughly decontaminated or that had been accumulated due to the re-release of radioactive cesium by trees after decontaminated activity.
Non-returning factors from an interview survey of 16 residents of Katsurao village 12 years after the Fukushima nuclear power plant accident
Authors: Ito Naomi , Amir Isamu , Moriyama Nobuaki , Furuyama Ayako , Sato Mika , Yamamoto Chika , Zhao Tianchen , Tsubokura Masaharu 
Published: November 2024

Abstract
People generally wish to return home after being evacuated due to disaster situations. Evacuation orders have now been lifted in the Fukushima region following the nuclear accident in 2011, and the Japanese government is promoting a return policy. However, many residents who wish to return home remain unable to and continue living in evacuation sites or other areas. Sixteen residents of Katsurao village were interviewed after evacuation orders were lifted in 2016 who have not yet returned. Concerns were cited regarding radiation, prolonged evacuation, health problems, buying a house in the evacuation area and schooling. The problems identified were primarily due to the rapid ageing and decline of the regional population, reflecting similar issues throughout Japan. In particular, health problems and intention to return were thought to be closely related. Over 10 y have passed since the evacuation, and many residents have experienced familial separation and divided living situations.
Assessment of annual effective doses from indoor radon and thoron in Doi Lo, Chiang Mai, Thailand
Authors: Thumvijit Tarika , Somboon Siriprapa , Tapanya Monruedee , Ruktinnakorn Kewalin , Kranrod Chutima , Tokonami Shinji , Chanyotha Supitcha , Sriburee Sompong 
Published: November 2024

Abstract
This study aimed to determine the annual effective dose resulting from radon and thoron progeny inhalation. The levels of radon, thoron, and progeny were assessed in residences situated in the Doi Lo region of Chiang Mai, Thailand. Indoor radon and thoron concentrations were detected using passive discriminative detectors. Using a progeny deposition rate detector, this study evaluates radon and thoron progeny [equilibrium-equivalent radon concentration (EERC) for radon and equilibrium-equivalent thoron concentration (EETC) for thoron]. Data were collected from 44 dwellings between March and May 2020. The results found that indoor radon concentrations ranged from 17 to 118 Bq m−3, while thoron concentrations ranged from 12 to 72 Bq m−3. The radon progeny (EERC) ranged from 4 to 173 Bq m−3, whereas thoron progeny (EETC) ranged from 1 to 15 Bq m−3. The total annual effective dose received from radon and thoron progeny inhalation varied from 0.5 to 5 mSv y−1.
Applicability of reconstruction of temporal changes in 137Cs concentrations in pond water based on the vertical distribution of bottom sediments: a case in three ponds in the Fukushima evacuation zone
Authors: Kurosawa Honoka , Konoplev Alexei , Wada Toshihiro , Nanba Kenji , Wakiyama Yoshifumi 
Published: November 2024

Abstract
Long-term changes in particulate and dissolved 137Cs concentrations in rivers and dam reservoirs have been reconstructed using 137Cs depth distributions in bottom sediments near Chornobyl and Fukushima. However, few studies have applied this method to pond water. This study tested the applicability of this reconstruction method in ponds within the Fukushima evacuation zone. Bottom sediments in ponds were collected in November 2019. Our reconstruction of a shallow closed pond disagreed with our observations. Even in ponds where the reconstruction agreed well with observations, underestimations may have occurred because the time constant for the decrease in 137Cs concentration was lower than those previously reported. We conclude that the present reconstruction method may be applied to deeper Fukushima ponds with inflow and outflow, but underestimations of initial 137Cs concentrations in water may lead to uncertainties. For realistic reconstruction, attention should be paid to pond characteristics, catchment conditions, and sediment core selection.
Tritium transfer from seawater into marine organisms TFWT
Authors: Shibata Toshihiro , Omizu Yuki , Furuta Takeshi , Ishizawa Noboru , Irino Takayuki , Yamanaka Kazuo 
Published: November 2024

Abstract
Tokyo Electric Power Company, TEPCO, has started tritiated water release into the Pacific Ocean. In order to reduce unreasonable rumor caused by tritium release, flounder, abalone, and sarggasum were exposed to tritium enriched seawater, and time dependent Tissues Free Water Tritium (TFWT) concentration was measured. Estimating the concentration of Organically Bound Tritium (OBT) is important to assess tritium impact because it has a longer biological half-life than TFWT. Current models estimate OBT concentrations using TFWT concentration. Understanding equilibration time is critical for making accurate TFWT concentration predictions. TFWT intake rate was analysed by the compartment model.
Chemical form of volatilized iodine obtained from orchard grass (Dactylis glomerata L.)
Authors: Yanai Masumi , Kawabata Hitoshi , Takaku Yuichi 
Published: November 2024

Abstract
Japan’s first commercial nuclear fuel reprocessing plant is expected to release radioiodine into the atmosphere, and orchard grass plants grown in the vicinity of this plant may absorb this radioiodine. In this study, we investigated the mechanism underlying the absorption and volatilization of iodine in the leaves of orchard grass. Our findings suggest that iodine can be transferred from the leaves of this grass to the atmosphere via two routes: direct volatilization and absorption followed by volatilization. Previous studies on rice and oats also show that iodine can be absorbed by the roots and volatilized from the plant’s body. Although orchard grass absorbs iodine via the leaves, the chemical form of volatilized iodine may differ from that absorbed via the roots. We applied a NaI solution to the leaves of orchard grass and analyzed the volatilized iodine. The experimental results showed that the iodine was volatilized as methyl iodide.
Evaluation of materials for developing a new individual dosemeter using electron spin resonance spectroscopy
Authors: Kitamura Yoshimasa , Oka Toshitaka , Seito Hajime , Yokozuka Eri , Nagasawa Naotsugu , Kitatsuji Yoshihiro 
Published: November 2024

Abstract
Alanine dosemeters are widely used as solid dosemeters; however, evaluating doses in the mGy order of radiation is difficult because of their lower sensitivity for low doses. We applied the electron spin resonance dosimetry technique to investigate whether hydroxyapatite, the main component of teeth, is a suitable material for a new dosemeter to detect radiation from mGy to Gy. Commercially available synthetic hydroxyapatite possesses the essential characteristics required for a dosemeter material and has been demonstrated to accurately measure doses in the mGy to Gy range.
Towards the origin of South African tortoises: a new Chersina species from the Early Pliocene fossil site of Langebaanweg
Authors: Delfino Massimo , Cohen Brigette F , Govender Romala , Haarhoff Pippa , Macaluso Loredana , Marino Liana , Matthews Thalassa , Wencker Lukardis C M , Pavia Marco 
Published: November 2024

Abstract
South Africa is currently home to a highly diverse tortoise assemblage whose evolutionary history has been investigated mostly as a result of molecular studies. The fossil record is of little help because the remains of extant taxa are relatively recent, and only three extinct species, of uncertain relationships, have been described so far. An Early Pliocene extinct species of the currently monotypic genus Chersina, still inhabiting South Africa, was reported at the fossil-rich site of Langebaanweg more than 50 years ago but never formally described. Here we erect and describe the extinct species Chersina langebaanwegi sp. nov. on the basis of abundant material that provides information on its morphological variation. The referral of the new species to the genus Chersina is supported by phylogenetic analysis which includes the Malagasy ploughshare tortoise, sharing the presence of a single gular shield covering a very long gular protrusion with Chersina spp. and a domed shell with C. langebaanwegi sp. nov. The material from Langebaanweg represents the oldest fossil evidence of this genus. It significantly post-dates the branching of Chersina from its sister taxon Chersobius, but pre-dates the presumed split of the extant lineages of Chersina angulata as estimated on molecular basis.