bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Comparison of whole-tree wood property maps based on near-infrared spectroscopic calibrations utilizing data at different spatial resolutions
Authors: Schimleck Laurence R. , Antony Finto , Mora Christian , Dahlen Joseph 
Published: August 2019

AbstractNear-infrared (NIR) spectra or NIR-hyperspectral images obtained from radial strips or wood discs provide a cost-effective methodology for examining wood property variation within trees. The calibration used for wood property prediction is critical and can be obtained using two fundamentally different approaches. One involves using a spatial-specific model where wood property data and corresponding spectral data are measured at the same resolution for calibration and prediction, e.g. 10-mm radial increments. The other provides a spatial-interpolated model and involves measuring a property on a broad-scale, e.g. whole-tree, calibrating this data against NIR spectra representing the equivalent scale and then using the calibration to predict the property at higher resolution. To understand the impact of these approaches on subsequent patterns of within-tree variation, whole-tree air-dry density (ADD) and coarseness maps, based on data obtained using the two different approaches, were compared. Patterns of ADD and coarseness variation were comparable indicating that both approaches can be utilized to examine within-tree variation. Spatial-interpolated models have a distinct advantage; being based on whole-tree (or disc) samples, they greatly reduce the cost of wood property analysis and allow the development of maps for properties that are costly and difficult to measure, for example, pulp yield.
Influence of Loading, Regeneration and Recalling Elements Processes on the System Behavior of All Optical Data Bus Line System Random Access Memory
Authors: Amiri I. S. , Rashed Ahmed Nabih Zaki , Mohammed Abd El-Naser A. , Fawzy Zaky Walid 
Published: August 2019

Abstract
The most powerful computer is in a very big need for a reliable random access memory (RAM) which can buffer digital data in. All optical RAM design is introduced in three phases. Those are the loading process phase which describes how data will be entering the closed trap from the line bus. The regeneration process phase which describes how data trapped are regenerated to not to lose its power or get a distortion. As well as the recalling process which describes how trapped data be handled to the line bus is also introduced.
The Aristotelian Context of the Existence-Essence Distinction inDe Ente Et Essentia
Authors: Brook Angus 
Published: August 2019

AbstractThis paper explores the Aristotelian context of the real distinction between existence and essence thought to be posited in Thomas Aquinas’ early workDe Ente Et Essentia. In doing so, the paper situates its own position in the context of contemporary scholarship and in relation to the contemporary trend to downplay Aristotle’s influence in Thomas Aquinas’ philosophy. The paper argues that re-readingDe Ente Et Essentiain this way sheds new light on some of the crucial debates in contemporary Thomist scholarship, particularly with respect to the analogous relation between potency and act: essence and existence, the distinction between conceptual and causal explanation, and the relationship between philosophy and theology in the thought of Thomas Aquinas.
Phthalocyanines core-modified by P and S and their complexes with fullerene C60: DFT study
Authors: Kuznetsov Aleksey E. 
Published: August 2019

Abstract
Phthalocyanines (Pcs) and their derivatives have attracted a lot of attention because of their both biological importance and technological applications. The properties of Pcs can be tuned by replacing the central atom, by modifying the periphery of phthalocyanine ring, and by changing the meso-atoms. One more promising pathway for modifying Pcs and their derivatives can be the core-modification, or substitution of the core isoindole nitrogen(s) by other elements. Motivated by the results obtained for some core-modified porphyrins, we investigated computationally complete core-modification of regular Zn phthalocyanine (ZnPc) with P and S. We performed density functional theory studies of the structures, charges, and frontier molecular orbitals of P-core-modified and S-core-modified ZnPcs, ZnPc(P)4 and ZnPc(S)4, using both B3LYP and two dispersion-corrected functionals. Also, we studied computationally formation of complexes between the fullerene C60 and ZnPc(P)4 and ZnPc(S)4. Both ZnPc(P)4 and ZnPc(S)4 show strong bowl-like distortions similar to the results obtained earlier for ZnP(P)4 and ZnP(S)4. The size of the “bowl” cavity of the both core-modified Pcs is essentially the same, showing no dependence on the core-modifying element. For ZnPc(S)4, the HOMO is quite different from those of ZnPc and ZnPc(P)4. When the fullerene C60 forms complexes with the ZnPc(P)4 and ZnPc(S)4 species in the gas phase, it is located relatively far (4.30–5.72 Å) from the one of the P-centers and from the Zn-center of ZnPc(P)4, whereas with ZnPc(S)4 C60 forms relatively short bonds with the Zn-center, varying from ca. 2.0 to ca. 3.0 Å. The very strong deformations of both the ZnPc(P)4 and ZnPc(S)4 structures are observed. The calculated binding energy at the B3LYP/6-31G* level for the C60-ZnPc(P)4 complex is quite low, 1.2 kcal/mol, which agrees with the quite long distances fullerene - ZnPc(P)4, whereas it is noticeably larger, 13.6 kcal/mol, for the C60-ZnPc(S)4 complex which again agrees with the structural features of this complex. The binding energies of the complexes optimized using the dispersion-corrected functionals, CAM-B3LYP and wB97XD, are significantly larger, varying from ca. 14 till 52 kcal/mol which corresponds with the shorter distances between the fullerene and ZnPc(X)4 species.
Present state of the art of and outlook on oxidative dehydrogenation of ethane: catalysts and mechanisms
Authors: Alamdari Amin , Karimzadeh Ramin , Abbasizadeh Saeed 
Published: August 2019

Abstract
Oxidative dehydrogenation of alkanes is a more appropriate approach than other conventional methods of light olefin production. Recently, several researchers have focused on more economical and cleaner processes because of the high demand for olefins and environmental problems. This paper reviews a series of catalysts for the oxidative dehydrogenation of ethane, including transition-metal oxides, rare earth metal oxides, calcium oxide, supported alkali chlorides, molecular sieves, as well as monolithic, perovskite, and carbon catalysts. Also, a detailed literature review is presented for the comparison of effective parameters such as acid-base property, redox property, oxidant types, and oxygen species. Mechanisms proposed for the oxidative dehydrogenation of ethane are also presented. Recommendations for future researches are also discussed based on catalyst design, promotors, and reaction conditions.
Novel and efficient simulation approach for effective permeabilities of randomly ordered two-phase compounds
Authors: Wöckinger Daniel , Amrhein Wolfgang , Schuster Stefan , Reisinger Johann 
Published: August 2019

Abstract
This paper introduces a novel simulation approach for the magnetic properties of two-phase randomly ordered compounds. In industry, materials such as ferrous powder mixtures or metallic granulates are very often used as raw materials. Hence, their material characteristics are of utmost interest for material manufacturers in order to guarantee high quality standards. Typically, many parameters such as composition, inclusion shape, and the characteristics of the constituents affect the macroscopic physical behavior of such materials. In particular, the resulting permeability of multi-phase and randomly ordered materials exhibits a strong variation despite constant compounds. For the design and optimization of measurement setups, efficient simulators are necessary to estimate the effective permeability and its fluctuation range of a huge number of arrangements. In addition to the basic concept of the novel simulation method, this article presents some possible evaluations of the simulated results and their dependencies on the properties of the constituents. In the last century, a large number of different mixing formulas have been established in literature, which are summarized and compared to the simulation results. Finally, the simulated magnetic characteristics are evaluated with finite element simulation of a comparable particle arrangement.
A novel, thermotolerant, extracellular PHB depolymerase producer Paenibacillus alvei PHB28 for bioremediation of biodegradable plastics
Authors: Bano Kulsoom , Kuddus Mohammed , Rehan Zaheer Mohd , Rehan Zaheer Roohi 
Published: August 2019

Abstract

Background
Poly-β-hydroxybutyrate (PHB) is the most important and versatile class of biodegradable polymers used successfully in the medical, agricultural and industrial field. Idea is to find the novel isolate for degradation of biodegradable plastics that can enhance the bioremediation.

Materials and methods
Thirty-one PHB and PHB depolymerase enzyme producing isolates out of 80 mesophilic bacteria from Lucknow region were further screened for PHB degradation capability by secreting extracellular PHB depolymerase enzyme in minimal salt media supplemented with PHB (0.15%). Various biodegradable plastic films were tested by soil burial method for weight loss determination.

Result
37.3% weight loss has been observed in PHB films when buried under the soil for 45 days in the presence of a novel PHB degrader identified as Paenibacillus alvei PHB28 by 16S rRNA sequencing (GenBank accession number KX886342). These Gram-negative, spore-forming, thermotolerant bacteria produce maximum PHB depolymerase (5.03 U/mL) at 45°C, pH 8.0, with 0.15% substrate concentration when incubated for 96 h with starch (0.1%) and yeast extract (0.01%) as an additional nutrient supplements.

Conclusion
To the best of our knowledge this is the first report of PHB depolymerase production by P. alvei PHB28 which may contribute successfully to combat plastic pollution and to sustain the green environment.
Evaluating the Effect of the Compressive Strength Development Factor on Concrete Creep Deformation in Bridge Construction
Authors: Sun Yong , Zhang Lianzhen , Wang Zonglin , Gao Qingfei , Liu Chenguang , Qin Lihui 
Published: August 2019

Abstract
Excessive midspan deflection is often observed in large-span prestressed concrete girder bridges. In particular, the deformation caused by shrinkage and creep of concrete is an important part of deflection that often exceeds expectations. To achieve creep deformation control, extending the curing time and postponing the loading age are frequently adopted during construction. This article proposed an approach based on creep experiments with prismatic and beam specimens and viscoelastic model-based finite element analyses to evaluate the effect of the concrete strength development factor on the ultimate creep coefficient in the Comité Euro-International du Béton-Fédération internationale de la précontrainte (CEB-FIP) model. The concrete strength development factor ξcc(t/tu) is defined as the ratio of the mean compressive strength at the loading time to the maximum mean compressive strength obtained in the test. The strategies for targeted regulation and control of ξcc(t/tu) were discussed by establishing an artificial neural networks model for strength prediction from a database provided in our previous work. Uniaxial compressive prismatic specimens and pure bending beam specimens with a span of 5.0 m were used in the experiment for creep behavior observation. A viscoelastic finite element analysis (FEA) model was established based on solidification theory. The FEA model results were verified with measured data for capturing the creep behavior under ambient conditions to obtain reliable long-term creep deformation predictions. Finally, the proposed method was validated with the Xincheng bridge construction for the optimistic loading age determination, and the results indicated good feasibility in girder deflection control.
The Effect of Shrinkage-Reducing Polycarboxylate Superplasticizers in Cement-Based Materials
Authors: Mao Qianjin , Ma Jianfeng , Wang Ziming , Wu Wenwen , Cui Suping 
Published: August 2019

Abstract
Shrinkage-reducing polycarboxylate superplasticizer (SRPC) has a good effect on reducing shrinkage of cement-based materials because of its low surface tension. However, the effect of SRPC on the properties of cement-based materials needs to be further explored. A comparative study of SRPC and polycarboxylate superplasticizer (PCE) was carried out with the aim of correlating the adsorption in fresh cement pastes with their dispersing capability and the impacts on cement hydration. The results indicate that the adsorption amounts of SRPC are less than PCE. Both of them exhibit a multilayer adsorption; the fluidity of cement pastes with SRPC and PCE are related to the first adsorbed layer, and the secondary adsorbed layer does not contribute to the enhancement of fluidity. The retarding cement hydration of SRPC is weaker than PCE because of weak adsorption capacity of SRPC.
An Open Source Syringe Pump Controller for Fluid Delivery of Multiple Volumes
Authors: Amarante Linda M. , Newport Jonathan , Mitchell Meagan , Wilson Joshua , Laubach Mark 
Published: August 2019

AbstractSyringe pumps are a necessary piece of laboratory equipment that are used for fluid delivery in behavioral neuroscience laboratories. Many experiments provide rodents and primates with fluid rewards such as juice, water, or liquid sucrose. Current commercialized syringe pumps are not customizable and do not have the ability to deliver multiple volumes of fluid based on different inputs to the pump. Additionally, many syringe pumps are expensive and cannot be used in experiments with paired neurophysiological recordings due to electrical noise. We developed an open source syringe pump controller using commonly available parts. The controller adjusts the acceleration and speed of the motor to deliver three different volumes of fluid reward within one common time epoch. This syringe pump controller is cost effective and has been successfully implemented in rodent behavioral experiments with paired neurophysiological recordings in the rat frontal cortex while rats lick for different volumes of liquid sucrose rewards. Our syringe pump controller will enable new experiments to address the potential confound of temporal information in studies of reward signaling by fluid magnitude.
Greenlip Abalone (Haliotis laevigata) Genome and Protein Analysis Provides Insights into Maturation and Spawning
Authors: Botwright Natasha A , Zhao Min , Wang Tianfang , McWilliam Sean , Colgrave Michelle L , Hlinka Ondrej , Li Sean , Suwansa-ard Saowaros , Subramanian Sankar , McPherson Luke , King Harry , Reverter Antonio , Cook Mathew T , McGrath Annette , Elliott Nicholas G , Cummins Scott F 
Published: August 2019

AbstractWild abalone (Family Haliotidae) populations have been severely affected by commercial fishing, poaching, anthropogenic pollution, environment and climate changes. These issues have stimulated an increase in aquaculture production; however production growth has been slow due to a lack of genetic knowledge and resources. We have sequenced a draft genome for the commercially important temperate Australian ‘greenlip’ abalone (Haliotis laevigata, Donovan 1808) and generated 11 tissue transcriptomes from a female adult abalone. Phylogenetic analysis of the greenlip abalone with reference to the Pacific abalone (Haliotis discus hannai) indicates that these abalone species diverged approximately 71 million years ago. This study presents an in-depth analysis into the features of reproductive dysfunction, where we provide the putative biochemical messenger components (neuropeptides) that may regulate reproduction including gonad maturation and spawning. Indeed, we isolate the egg-laying hormone neuropeptide and under trial conditions induce spawning at 80% efficiency. Altogether, we provide a solid platform for further studies aimed at stimulating advances in abalone aquaculture production. The H. laevigata genome and resources are made available to the public on the abalone ‘omics website, http://abalonedb.org.
Emergency Department Online Patient-Caregiver Scheduling
Authors: Rosemarin Hanan , Rosenfeld Ariel , Kraus Sarit 
Published: August 2019

Emergency Departments (EDs) provide an imperative source of medical care. Central to the ED workflow is the patientcaregiver scheduling, directed at getting the right patient to the right caregiver at the right time. Unfortunately, common ED scheduling practices are based on ad-hoc heuristics which may not be aligned with the complex and partially conflicting ED’s objectives.
In this paper, we propose a novel online deep-learning scheduling approach for the automatic assignment and scheduling of medical personnel to arriving patients. Our approach allows for the optimization of explicit, hospitalspecific multi-variate objectives and takes advantage of available data, without altering the existing workflow of the ED. In an extensive empirical evaluation, using real-world data, we show that our approach can significantly improve an ED’s performance metrics.
TRPC6 Binds to and Activates Calpain, Independent of Its Channel Activity, and Regulates Podocyte Cytoskeleton, Cell Adhesion, and Motility
Authors: Farmer Louise K. , Rollason Ruth , Whitcomb Daniel J. , Ni Lan , Goodliff Alexander , Lay Abigail C. , Birnbaumer Lutz , Heesom Kate J. , Xu Shang-Zhong , Saleem Moin A. , Welsh Gavin I. 
Published: August 2019

Significance Statement
Mutations in the transient receptor potential channel 6 (TRPC6) gene are associated with an inherited form of FSGS. Emerging evidence has linked TRPC6 activity with calpain activation and podocyte injury. In this study, the authors generated a TRPC6 knockout podocyte cell line from TRPC6 knockout mice, engineering these cells to express wild-type and various mutations of TRPC6. They show that TRPC6 binds to both ERK 1/2 and calpain, and is important for the localization of calpain to the cell membrane, independent of TRPC6 calcium influx. This interaction is vital for cell motility and detachment and demonstrates a scaffolding role of TRPC6. These findings suggest that calpain activation and trafficking may be novel therapeutic targets in the treatment of FSGS.

Background
Mutations in the transient receptor potential channel 6 (TRPC6) gene are associated with an inherited form of FSGS. Despite widespread expression, patients with TRPC6 mutations do not present with any other pathologic phenotype, suggesting that this protein has a unique yet unidentified role within the target cell for FSGS, the kidney podocyte.

Methods
We generated a stable TRPC6 knockout podocyte cell line from TRPC6 knockout mice. These cells were engineered to express wild-type TRPC6, a dominant negative TRPC6 mutation, or either of two disease-causing mutations of TRPC6, G109S or K874*. We extensively characterized these cells using motility, detachment, and calpain activity assays; immunofluorescence; confocal or total internal reflection fluorescence microscopy; and western blotting.

Results
Compared with wild-type cells, TRPC6−/−
podocytes are less motile and more adhesive, with an altered actin cytoskeleton. We found that TRPC6 binds to ERK1/2 and the actin regulatory proteins, caldesmon (a calmodulin- and actin-binding protein) and calpain 1 and 2 (calcium-dependent cysteine proteases that control the podocyte cytoskeleton, cell adhesion, and motility via cleavage of paxillin, focal adhesion kinase, and talin). Knockdown or expression of the truncated K874* mutation (but not expression of the gain-of-function G019S mutation or dominant negative mutant of TRPC6) results in the mislocalization of calpain 1 and 2 and significant downregulation of calpain activity; this leads to altered podocyte cytoskeleton, motility, and adhesion—characteristics of TRPC6
−/− podocytes.

Conclusions
Our data demonstrate that independent of TRPC6 channel activity, the physical interaction between TRPC6 and calpain in the podocyte is important for cell motility and detachment and demonstrates a scaffolding role of the TRPC6 protein in disease.
Association Between ABO Blood Group With Parkinson’s Disease
Authors: BULUR Oktay , KORUCU Osman 
Published: August 2019

AbstractBackground/Aims:Parkinson's disease is a common
neurodegenerative disease that seen in adulthood. Most prevelant
symptoms are resting tremor, rigidity, bradykinesia
,gait disturbance, and postural abnormalities.Disorders related with ABO
blood group are infectious disease(cholera,helicobacter
pylori,echerichia coli),cardiovascular disease,malignancies and allergic
status.We objectived to elucidate the association between ABO blood group and Parkinson's disease

Materials -Methods: We
investigated retrospectively the files
of 264 adult patients who were diagnosed with Parkinson's disease and had blood type between
January 2008 and December 2018 in neurology outpatient clinics included
in the study

Results: Distribution
of blood groups in patients as follows :
ARh(+): 94(%35,6),

ARh(-):15(%5,7),BRh(+):44(%16,7),BRh(-):8(%3),
ABRh(+):18(%6,8),

ABRh(-):4(%1,5),0Rh(+):71(%26,9),0Rh(-):10(%3,8)

Conclusions: When we consider the pathogenesis of Parkinson’s Disease , we think of the antigenic structure of blood groups may be effective in this process.
Böbrek ve Üriner Sistemin Doğumsal Anomalileri: 806 Olgunun Analizi
Authors: ELMACI Ahmet Midhat , DÖNMEZ Muhammet İrfan 
Published: August 2019

ÖzAmaç:Böbrek ve üriner sistemin
doğumsal anomalileri (BÜSDA) tanımı, konjenital yapısal anomaliler kullanılan
bir terimdir. Prenatal ultrasonografinin yaygın kullanıma girmesiyle BÜSDA,
çocuk nefroloji ve üroloji vizitlerinin önemli bir bölümünü oluşturmaktadır. Bu retrospektif çalışmada, BÜSDA tanısı ile takip edilen hastaların
analizi ve bu hastalardaki renal hasar varlığı araştırılmıştır.Gereç ve Yöntem: Kliniğimizde 2012-2018 yılları arasında BÜSDA tanısı ile
takip edilen hastaların dosyaları retrospektif olarak incelendi. Birden fazla
anomalisi olanlar (sendromik olgular vb.) çalışma dışı bırakıldı. Dosyalardan antenatal
tanı varlığı, yaş, cinsiyet, görüntüleme ve sintigrafi sonuçları kaydedildi.
Ultrasonografi ile takip edilen hastalarda gerektiğinde işeme
sistoüretrografisi (İSUG) ve dimerkaptosüksinik asit (DMSA) sintigrafisi
kullanıldı.Bulgular: Çalışmaya 572 erkek
(%71) ve 234 kız (%29) olmak üzere toplam 806 hasta dahil edildi. Ortanca yaş 2
ay ve ortanca takip süresi 16 ay olarak bulundu. Hastaların 503’ünde (%62.4)
antenatal tanı mevcuttu ve 29 hastada (%3.6) prematür doğum öyküsü mevcuttu.
Üst üriner sistemde en sık görülen anomaliler sırasıyla izole hidronefroz
(%58.2), ektopik böbrek (%7.8) ve at nalı böbrek (%6.7) idi. Alt üriner
sistemde ise konjenital vezikoüreteral reflü (%10.9) ve megaüreterdi (%1.6).
Hastalardan 75 olguda (%9.3) renal skar, 53 olguda ise (%6.6) renal hipodisplazi saptandı.Tartışma: BÜSDA’nın prenatal tanısı renal fonksiyon kaybına
neden olabilecek problemlerin erken dönemde tanınması şanısını artırmaktadır.
Buna rağmen hastaların ¼’ünden fazlası uzun dönemde tanı almadan kalmaktadır.
BÜSDA’lı çocuklar için, uygun tanı ve tedavi ile renal hasarın ilerlemesini
önlenmesi gereklidir.