bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
The relationship between IFN-γ, IL-10, IL-6 cytokines, and severity of the condition with serum zinc and Fe in children infected with Mycoplasma pneumoniae
Authors: Xu Yi , Fei Xiangyong 
Published: September 2024

Abstract

Objective
To explore the relationship between cytokines such as interferon γ (IFN-γ), interleukin-10 (IL-10), and interleukin-6 (IL-6), as well as the severity of the condition, and serum zinc (Zn) and Fe levels in children with Mycoplasma pneumoniae infection.

Methods
A simple random sampling method was used to select 108 children with Mycoplasma pneumoniae infection admitted to the hospital from January to December 2022 as the study subjects. Collect demographic data such as gender, age, and course of disease from all patients, as well as inflammatory cytokines (InCs) such as IFN-γ, IL-10, and IL-6, the severity of the condition, and serum trace element information such as Zn, Fe, calcium (Ca), and potassium (K) from all patients. Spearman correlation analysis was used to examine the relationship between IFN-γ, IL-10, IL-6, severity of illness, and Zn, Fe, Ca, K in children infected with Mycoplasma pneumoniae. Additionally, receiver operating characteristic (ROC) curve analysis was used to test the predictive efficacy of Zn, Fe, Ca, and K on the severity of the patient’s condition.

Results
This study included 108 children infected with Mycoplasma pneumoniae, of whom 6 had clinical data missing >10% and were all excluded. Finally, 102 complete clinical data were collected, with a data recovery efficiency of 94.44%. The differences in IFN-γ, IL-10, IL-6 levels, severity of the condition, as well as Zn, Fe, Ca, K levels among children of different ages, disease courses, body mass, and body temperature showed P < 0. 05. Spearman correlation analysis showed that the levels of IFN-γ, IL-10, IL-6, and severity of the condition in children with Mycoplasma pneumoniae infection were negatively correlated with Zn, Fe, Ca, and K (ρ = −0.319 to −0.827, P < 0.05). The ROC curve analysis results indicate that Zn, Fe, Ca, and K can all be used as indicators to predict the severity of the patient’s condition (AUC = 0.710–0.759, P < 0.05).

Conclusion
There is a close relationship between InCs and the severity of the condition in children with Mycoplasma pneumoniae and serum trace elements. Therefore, clinical attention should be paid to monitoring the serum trace element levels of children, and reasonable measures should be taken to regulate them to accelerate the progress of disease treatment.
Photocatalytic degradation of methylene blue by Nd-doped titanium dioxide thin films
Authors: Guodong Liu , Mamat Mamatrishat , Xiaerding Fuerkaiti , Zhen Wang 
Published: September 2024

Abstract
In this work, Nd (0.5, 1.0, 1.5, and 2.0 at%)-doped TiO2 thin films were synthesized on Si (100) substrates using a sol–gel spin-coating technique. The formation of the anatase phase was demonstrated by X-ray diffraction and Raman spectroscopy. It was also demonstrated that the doping of the Nd element resulted in a TiO2 crystal structure. X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy proved that the doping of Nd element promoted the transfer of Ti4+ to Ti3+, which facilitates the photocatalytic performance of the TiO2 films. Scanning electron microscope and atomic force microscope demonstrated that all of the Nd-doped film surfaces showed different degrees of aggregation relative to the pure TiO2 film surface. It was verified that the doping of Nd altered the lattice structure of TiO2 thin films, resulting in lattice defects on the surface and changing the grain size of the films. Meanwhile, the lattice defects and changes in the chemical state affect the photocatalytic performance of TiO2 films, and the highest photoactivity was observed for an Nd doping concentration of 1.0 at%. Nd doping causes lattice defects conducive to the formation of more Ti3+ oxidation centers and reduces the photogenerated electron–hole recombination rate, resulting in the improved photocatalytic performance of TiO2 films.
Twisto-photonics in two-dimensional materials: A comprehensive review
Authors: Zhou Renlong , Habib Muhammad , Iqbal Muhammad Faisal , Hussain Naveed , Farooq Sajid , Haleem Yasir A. , Ali Faizan , Ullah Kaleem 
Published: September 2024

Abstract
Twisted two-dimensional materials (t2DMs) such as graphene and black phosphorus are transforming the field of photonics, serving as a promising platform for the development of advanced devices that manipulate light. These materials possess multiple photonic properties that are determined by their twist angles. This article explores the profound impact of twist angles on various photonic phenomena, including nonlinear optical responses, optical absorption, plasmonics, and the influence of chirality in t2DMs. We delve into cutting-edge developments explained through Raman spectroscopy and the intriguing world of moiré excitons, as revealed through photoluminescence studies. As we explore device applications, we highlight groundbreaking advancements in photodetection, with a brief look into emerging technologies such as single-photon detectors, ultrafast modulators, light-emitting diodes, and interlayer exciton lasers. Our study extends to depict the promising future of t2DMs, emphasizing their prospective integration with other photonic systems and the discovery of novel optical phenomena in the domain of photonics. This review serves as a comprehensive guide to the dynamic field of photonics in t2DMs, highlighting current achievements and future prospects.
Progressive aspect across temporalities: variation between synthetic and analytic forms in L1 and L2 Spanish
Authors: Berríos Juan , Kanwit Matthew 
Published: September 2024

Abstract
Tense-mood-aspect mappings and the variable morphosyntactic structures that express them are a key aspect of language development. For instance, progressive aspect expression in Spanish might present a learnability problem because the language alternates synthetic and analytic forms to encode progressiveness (e.g., como vs. estoy comiendo ‘I am eating’). To date, however, acquisition studies have focused on present temporalities, rather than past or future contrasts. We examine the frequency of selection of these variants and the linguistic factors that significantly condition selection across course levels. For this purpose, four groups of college-level learners (N = 117) and one L1 Spanish group (N = 21) completed a 30-item written preference task. The dependent variable was form selection (synthetic, analytic, or that both were equally possible). The independent variables considered were the dynamicity of the predicate, the presence of a co-occurring adverb, temporality, and verb lexeme frequency. Results showed stable rates of selection across groups, with each selecting synthetic forms in over 50% of contexts. Within-group mixed-effects regression analyses revealed that lexical frequency and temporality, in addition to dynamicity, were relevant predictors of preference, as learners moved from making no distinction between forms to systematic patterns of selection as course level increased.
Comprehensive structural evaluation of the quaternary chalcogenide Ag2CdSnSe4
Authors: Profita Kevin D. , Heppke Eva M. 
Published: September 2024

Abstract
In this work, the synthesis of phase-pure Ag2CdSnSe4 by a mechanochemical approach and a subsequent annealing step in an evacuated ampoule is presented. A detailed analysis of the X-ray diffraction pattern of the product revealed the presence of weak reflections, that cannot be observed in the previously proposed crystal structure with space group Cmc21. Our structural investigation led to the assumption that Ag2CdSnSe4 crystallizes in the wurtzstannite-type structure with space group Pmn21 (a structure type derived from Cmc21). The aim of this contribution is to discuss the crystal structure of Ag2CdSnSe4 using Rietveld refinements in space group Cmc21 and its possible subgroups.
L'entrepreneuriat féminin en Tunisie : du désir d’indépendance aux obstacles sociaux – Le cas du gouvernorat de Mahdia
Authors: Zâag Imen , Bennasr Ali 
Published: September 2024

En dépit des législations relativement favorables aux femmes tunisiennes, leur participation à l’entrepreneuriat reste faible. Ainsi, le taux d’activité des femmes ne dépasse pas 28,2 % de la population active, contre 65,8 % pour les hommes. De même, le taux de chômage des femmes est d’environ 24 %, tandis qu’il est de 15 % pour les hommes. Ce taux monte à 40,7 % pour les femmes diplômées du supérieur, contre seulement 17,6 % pour les hommes. De ce fait, il existe une disparité de genre en matière d’entrepreneuriat. Malgré l’amélioration de leur niveau d’instruction et de qualification, les femmes tunisiennes rencontrent d’énormes difficultés pour monter et développer leur propre projet entrepreneurial. À travers une enquête menée avec de futures promotrices et d’autres déjà installées dans la région de Mahdia (Sahel tunisien), nous allons approcher les difficultés éprouvées par les femmes pour la mise en place de leur projet. Nous nous proposons d’analyser les raisons de la disparité de genre, la faible part des entrepreneures femmes ainsi que les domaines ou types de projets dans lesquels elles se lancent. De même, nous allons étudier l’impact du territoire, rural et urbain, sur la part des projets féminins et, surtout, sur les types de projets développés dans la région de Mahdia.
Contribution d’interventions de proximité sur les inégalités sociales de santé par le biais d’actions sur des déterminants sociaux de santé
Authors: Doré Chantal , Lévesque Nancy , Hyppolite Shelley-Rose , Maillet Lara , Goudet Anna , Bourque Denis , Maltais Danielle 
Published: September 2024

Les inégalités sociales de santé (ISS) comportent de nombreux défis auxquels tentent de répondre les gouvernements et les acteurs de la société civile. Face aux situations complexes que vivent les populations qui les subissent, des interventions intersectorielles et territoriales constituent une avenue à explorer. Nous proposons un regard sur l’intervention de proximité en centre intégré de santé et services sociaux (CISSS) et en centre intégré universitaire de santé et services sociaux (CIUSSS) ainsi que sa contribution à la réduction des ISS par une pratique agissant sur les déterminants sociaux de la santé. Nous examinons quatre interventions de proximité au Québec pour saisir comment les intervenantes participent à l’identification de ces déterminants contribuant à la réduction des ISS et comment elles interviennent sur ces déterminants. La discussion soulève des enjeux de gouvernance du réseau de la santé et des services sociaux en lien avec le déséquilibre des pouvoirs et l’érosion des services publics en général.
ОСОБЛИВОСТІ ФУНКЦІОНАЛЬНОЇ КОМУНІКАЦІЇ ПЕДАГОГА В УМОВАХ ГЛОБАЛІЗАЦІЙНОГО СУСПІЛЬСТВА
Authors: ШТАЄР РУСЛАНА 
Published: September 2024

Стаття розглядає трансформації в освіті в розрізі вимог часу та глобалізаційних процесів, актуальні тенденції функціональної комунікації педагога. Зміни в сучасному світі, у т. ч. і технологічний прогрес, культурна різноманітність та зростаюча мобільність, визначають зміну традиційної ролі педагога на комунікатора.
Нами проаналізовано вплив глобалізації на комунікаційні практики в освітньому середовищі, наголошено на необхідності адаптації педагогічної комунікації до сучасних викликів. Розглянуто можливості педагога як комунікатора для підвищення якості педагогічної взаємодії в умовах культурної різноманітності освітнього середовища. Окреслено спектр використання сучасних засобів і технологій комунікації в освітньому процесі.
Дослідження спрямоване на визначення оптимальних стратегій і підходів до ефективної комунікації в умовах глобалізації та орієнтоване на аспекти, які можуть допомогти розкрити важливі теми, пов’язані з глобалізацією та освітою, а саме на: застосування інформаційних технологій, мовних технологій, міжкультурну комунікацію, адаптацію до змін, співпрацю з батьками та іншими стейкхолдерами.
Особлива увага приділяється впровадженню холістичної, гармонізаційної фундаменталізації знань у систему вітчизняної освіти. Акцентовано на активному партнерстві учасників освітнього процесу, зрозумілості та доступності комунікації, підготовці здобувачів освіти до життя у глобалізованому світі. Підкреслено важливість функціональної комунікації як ефективного обміну інформацією, що є ключовим для вирішення стратегічних завдань розвитку освіти, особливо в контексті інтеграції та цифровізації.
The decline of feminine possessives in Norwegian: An empirical and theoretical investigation of gender and declension class
Authors: Solbakken Hedda , Eik Ragnhild , van Baal Yvonne , Lohndal Terje 
Published: September 2024

This paper reports results from a large cross-dialectal study, showing that feminine forms are changing in several dialects. These results suggest that the Norwegian three-gender system may be in the process of becoming a two-gender system. By using a more extensive battery of experimental tests than previous studies, we are able to scrutinize the nature of grammatical gender with substantial empirical coverage. The data consists of pre- and postnominal gender forms elicited from 345 participants across seven dialects: indefinite articles and definite suffixes already reported in van Baal et al. (in press), and pre- and postnominal possessive forms that constitute novel data from the same participants. The paper concludes that the feminine indefinite article and the feminine prenominal possessives are vulnerable across all the investigated dialects, but to different extents. Comparing how individuals combine these two forms with the feminine definite suffix and the feminine postnominal possessives, it is clear that the postnominal forms are i) retained by most speakers, and ii) only vulnerable in speakers who have also lost the feminine/masculine distinction on the prenominal elements. The paper argues that this data supports the formal analysis of Svenonius (2017), which claims that feminine gender can be reanalyzed as a declension class, allowing the feminine definite suffix to be retained, together with a phonologically conditioned feminine postnominal possessive.
ESTRATÉGIAS DE NEGÓCIO E COMUNICAÇÃO DOS MARKETPLACES: ESTUDO DE CASO MERCADO LIVRE
Authors: Fülber Douglas Michel , Rosa Simone Carvalho da , Barth Mauricio 
Published: September 2024

No cenário contemporâneo de comércio eletrônico, a crescente interação entre consumidores e plataformas online tem revolucionado a forma como os produtos e serviços são comercializados e consumidos. Sendo assim, este artigo tem como objetivo compreender a forma como os marketplaces combinam suas estratégias de negócio com as estratégias de comunicação e para isso, realizou-se um estudo de caso com a empresa Mercado Livre que é um dos principais players no mercado de comércio eletrônico. Adotou-se o método de pesquisa Exploratória e Descritiva, Bibliográfica, Documental e Estudo de Caso com abordagem Qualitativa. A partir da análise, verificou-se que o Mercado Livre adota uma gestão integrada de suas estratégias de negócio, tecnologia, logística e comunicação. A empresa se destaca não apenas por suas soluções logísticas inovadoras, mas também por sua capacidade de comunicar essas inovações de maneira persuasiva e convincente. Por fim, pode-se considerar que o MercadoLivre não apenas atende às necessidades dos consumidores, mas também as antecipa, moldando ativamente o cenário do e-commerce no Brasil.
‘Liking then CATA’ or ‘CATA then liking’? Impact of the hedonic question positioning on the wine sensory description and appreciation
Authors: Geffroy Olivier , Maza Elie , Lytra Georgia , Chervin Christian 
Published: September 2024

The sequence of the questions asked in sensory testing is crucial and remains a topic of ongoing debate. This study examines the impact of question order in CATA (Check-All-That-Apply) analyses combined with hedonic evaluations, comparing two sequences: administering the liking question before the CATA question versus the reverse order. Conducted across four different times of the year, the study utilised four distinct panels and matrices of wines: two sets of red wines with various sweeteners, one set of rosé wines, and one set of white wines. The findings indicate that placing the CATA analysis before the liking question results in: (i) an enhanced product differentiation in correspondence analysis, (ii) a reduced number of panellists needed to achieve a strong dependence between products and attributes, and (iii) a greater number of significant differences in product liking scores as determined by ANOVA, compared to when the liking question precedes the CATA analysis.In summary, our findings show that positioning CATA before the liking question yields more detailed and discriminative results, at least with wines under our test conditions. This indicates a need for further research to understand the influence of question order, especially regarding the dependency between food products and their attributes.
Efficient Design of Reversible Adder and Multiplier Using Peres Gates
Authors: KADBE PREMANAND KISANRAO , Markande Shriram 
Published: September 2024

This paper details the approach to the efficient design and optimization of reversible adder and multiplier	utilizing	Peres gates which is a three input, three output gate. Peres gates are recognized for their universality and energy	efficient	properties and present an intriguing option for constructing reversible circuits. Reversible logic are	characterized by its ability to uniquely determine input states from output states. The design methodology	involves a	cascading arrangement of Peres gates each performing a reversible XOR operation on corresponding bits of the input	numbers and the carry out	from the preceding stage. The paper presents a detailed schematic representation, simulation	results and analysis of the	proposed designs of different adders and multipliers showcasing their potential for reversible	applications. The integration of Peres gates in the adder and multiplier design signifies a step forward in the exploration	of reversible logic circuits and their applications in contemporary computing paradigms. The overall hardware reduction	is the main achievement of this research in terms of quantum cost.
Shotgun Bean Bag Projectiles Causing Open Fractures and Retained Radiolucent Foreign Bodies
Authors: Miller Jordan A. , Paulos Jalen , Bassett Charlton H. , Silverstein Sophie , Wentz Brock , Nelson Karen E. 
Published: September 2024

Case:
Bean bag projectiles (BBPs) are less lethal munition composed of a cloth bag filled with lead pellets and marking powder housed in a plastic casing fired from a 12-gauge shot gun. Two patients sustained penetrating BBP injuries that resulted in open fractures and retained BBP. Patient clothing and all BBP components were found deep in the wounds with marking powder surrounding fracture edges. Both patients healed without infection.

Conclusion:
Surgical exploration of penetrating BBP injuries is recommended to remove marking powder, fabric, plastic, and potentially other forms of contamination. Fracture stabilization should adhere to existing guidelines pertaining to open contaminated wound conditions.
Large Nodular Fasciitis of the Shoulder Presenting as Soft Tissue Sarcoma
Authors: Montreuil Julien , Campano Dominic , Montoya-Cerrillo Diego , Subhawong Ty , Geiger Erik J. , Rosenberg Andrew E. , Temple Thomas H. 
Published: September 2024

Case:
This case report describes a patient who presented with clinical and radiographic features of a soft tissue sarcoma of the shoulder. Despite having a painless and relatively large mass, a biopsy and resection revealed nodular fasciitis (NF).

Conclusion:
This is an unusual case of a painless 10 cm mass that histopathologically was diagnosed as NF in the upper extremity with proximity to the axillary nerve and posterior humeral circumflex vessels. The USP6 rearrangement was helpful in confirming the diagnosis. Careful clinical, radiographic, and pathologic correlation is necessary in diagnosing these relatively rare tumors. In cases where there are discordant findings, molecular markers can be very helpful.
Seroprevalence and Determinants of Transfusion Transmissible Infections among Blood Donors in a Municipality in Ghana; A Three-year Retrospective Study
Authors: Sosu Solomon Quarshie , Darfour-Oduro Sandra A. 
Published: September 2024

Abstract

Background: The transmission of transfusion transmissible infections (TTIs) remains a concern in Ghana. This study sought to determine the seroprevalence of TTI and associated factors among blood donors in Ashaiman Polyclinic.
Methods: A retrospective cross-sectional study design was employed using secondary data from Ashaiman Polyclinic Blood Bank records from January 2020 to December 2022. The data were analyzed using STATA software version 17 (STATA Corporation Inc. Colorado, United States).
Results: A 10.1% seroprevalence of TTIs was found among blood donors. The results showed a decrease in the TTI seroprevalence from 11.7% in 2020 to 9.6% in 2021 and 9.2% in 2022. The prevalence rates were 4.9% for HBsAg, 1.5% for HCV, and 4.0% for syphilis. Female donors were more likely (AOR = 3.47 [95% CI = 1.41 – 8.54], p < 0.01) to be diagnosed with syphilis. Blood donors > 51 years were also more likely (AOR =20.20 [95% CI = 0.80 - 48.97]) to be diagnosed with hepatitis B than donors < 20 years. There were 90.0% lower odds of having a hepatitis C diagnosis among blood donors with a tertiary education than among those with a primary education (AOR = 0.10 [95% CI = 0.02 - 0.46], p <0.01).
Conclusion: Blood donor age, sex, and education level were significant predictors of TTIs.
Understanding is Compression
Authors: Li Ming , Li Ziguang , Huang Chao , Wang Xuliang , Hu Haibo , Wyeth Cole , Bu Dongbo , Yu Quan , Gao Wen , Liu Xingwu 
Published: September 2024

Abstract

Modern data compression methods are slowly reaching their limits after 80 years of research, millions of papers, and wide range of applications. Yet, the extravagant 6G communication speed requirement raises a major open question for revolutionary new ideas of data compression.

We have previously shown all understanding or learning are compression, under reasonable assumptions. Large language models (LLMs) understand data better than ever before. Can they help us to compress data?

The LLMs may be seen to approximate the uncomputable Solomonoff distribution. Therefore, under this new uncomputable paradigm, we present LMCompress. LMCompress shatters all previous lossless compression algorithms, doubling the lossless compression ratios of JPEG-XL for images, FLAC for audiosshatters，and H264 for videos, and quadrupling the compression ratio of bz2 for texts. The better a large model understands the data, the better LMCompress compresses.