bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Corrigendum to “Estimating WEPP Cropland Erodibility Values from Soil Properties”
Authors: Elliot William J. , Flanagan Dennis C. 
Published: September 2024

HighlightsInterrill erodibility Ki values presented in Elliot and Flanagan (2023) were incorrect, and correct values are given.Interrill erodibility can be estimated from a soil’s sand, very fine sand, and clay contents.Abstract. In Elliot and Flanagan (2023), the interrill and rill soil erodibility of 36 cropland soils was reported, along with correlations among soil erodibility and other soil properties, and equations to estimate erodibility from readily measured soil properties. Early versions of the Water Erosion Prediction Project (WEPP) model had linked interrill detachment rate to the square of the rainfall intensity and an interrill soil erodibility constant Ki1. By the time the WEPP model was released for general use in 1995, the developers had changed the interrill detachment rate to be a function of the product of rainfall intensity and runoff and a different interrill erodibility constant, Ki2. The interrill erodibilities (Ki2) with this altered relationship were not the same as Ki1 values developed to support earlier releases of the WEPP model. The authors, when reviewing some of the past literature supporting Elliot and Flanagan (2023), had mistakenly reported Ki2 values when the numbers reported were in fact Ki1 values. A closer examination of the entire data set and the identification of a published source for the correct Ki2 values confirmed this mistake. This corrigendum reports the corrected Ki2 values, the correlation of those revised values with other soil properties, and confirmation of a 1995 regression equation relating Ki2 to three readily measured soil properties: sand content, very fine sand content, and clay content. The coefficient of determination for the 1995 regression equation was 0.80. We recommend that all references to Ki2 in Elliot and Flanagan (2023) be changed to Ki1 except the discussion about the findings of Mirzaee and Ghorbani-Dashtaki (2021), discussion about Ki2 in Alberts et al. (1995), and equations 2 and A16. A marked up copy of Elliot and Flanagan (2023) showing these changes can be downloaded from https://www.fs.usda.gov/rm/pubs_journals/2023/rmrs_2023_elliot_w001_corr.pdf. Keywords: Cropland Soils, Interrill Erodibility, Water Erosion Prediction Project.
Vanadium-dioxide-assisted multifunctional switchable terahertz metamaterial devices
Authors: Wang Kai , Yan Rui , Li Jing 
Published: September 2024

A multifunctional, switchable terahertz (THz) metamaterial (MM) device with wideband
absorption and polarization conversion capabilities has been
developed, based on the insulator-metal phase transition of vanadium
dioxide (VO2). In its metallic state, the device
operates as a wideband absorber within the range of
2.56–6.74 THz, achieving a bandwidth of 4.18 THz and an
absorption rate of ≥90%. The wideband absorption is
insensitive to both oblique incident angles and polarization. When VO2 is in its insulating state, the
device switches to a polarization converter, facilitating
linear-to-cross polarization (LTX) conversion between 1.04 and
4 THz, and linear-to-circular polarization (LTC) conversion
between 1 and 1.04 THz, with a conversion efficiency exceeding
90%. Additionally, the effects of incident angle and polarization
angle on the device’s performance were analyzed. This THz device
offers advantages of wide angle, wide bandwidth, and high efficiency,
making it a valuable reference for research into new multifunctional
THz devices. It has great potential applications in short-range
wireless THz communication, ultrafast optical switches,
high-temperature resistant switches, transient spectroscopy, and
optical polarization control devices. In specific application
scenarios, particularly in fields requiring efficient detection,
transmission, and analysis—such as security and non-destructive
testing, secure communication systems, imaging and sensing,
multidimensional spectral analysis, pollutant detection, smart stealth
coatings, dynamic optical control devices, and integrated optical
systems—these devices offer multifunctional capabilities. They enhance
system performance and flexibility, meeting diverse application
needs.
Intermediate hepatitis C virus (HCV) endemicity and its genotype distribution in Myanmar: A systematic review and meta-analysis
Authors: Phyo Zayar , Ko Ko , Ouoba Serge , Sugiyama Aya , Mirzaev Ulugbek Khudayberdievich , Akuffo Golda Ataa , Chhoung Chanroth , Akita Tomoyuki , Tanaka Junko 
Published: September 2024

Background
Comprehensive details on Hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection in Myanmar are lacking. This study determined the prevalence of HCV antibodies and ribonucleic acid (RNA) and the distribution of HCV genotypes across different populations in Myanmar from 1990 to 2023.

Material and methods
A systematic search in PubMed, Web of Science, Scopus, and local journals identified studies reporting on HCV antibodies, RNA, and genotypes, excluding clinical research related to liver disease prognosis. Screening and data extraction was done by two authors and study populations were categorized into low-risk, high-risk, liver disease patients, and refugees outside the country. The pooled prevalence was performed by Dersimonian and Laird method using the R program. The publication bias was shown by funnel plot, the Egger test was used to assess the symmetry of the plot, and the heterogeneity was examined by the Cochran Q test and I2 index.

Results
Out of 135 reports screened for eligibility, 35 reports comprising 51 studies were included in which 33 studies provided data on HCV seroprevalence in 685,403 individuals, 8 studies reported HCV RNA prevalence in 25,018 individuals, and 10 studies examined HCV genotypes in 1,845 individuals. The pooled seroprevalence of HCV among low-risk, high-risk, liver disease patients and refugees were 2.18%, 37.07%, 33.84%, and 2.52% respectively. HCV RNA-positive rates in these groups were 1.40%, 5.25%, 24.96%, and 0.84% respectively. Seroprevalence studies showed publication bias (Egger test, p = 0.0001), while RNA studies did not (Egger test, p = 0.8392). HCV genotype 3 was predominant in all sub-groups in Myanmar.

Conclusion
Our study shows Myanmar has intermediate HCV endemicity with lowest HCV prevalence of 2.18% in low-risk groups and highest prevalence of 37.07% in high- risk groups. However, the findings highlight the need for further epidemiological studies to understand actual disease burden and implement effective countermeasures to achieve the WHO’s goal of HCV elimination by 2030.
A retrospective characterization of pediatric facemasks marketed in the United States and implications for future designs
Authors: Hasani Ali , Ibarra Bryan , Snodderly Kirstie , Rottach Dana , Qian BiFeng , Porter Daniel , Guha Suvajyoti 
Published: September 2024

Background
Device manufacturers who seek to market their pediatric facemasks in the United States (U.S.), as part of anthropometric data requirement, need to demonstrate their mask designs are expected to fit the intended user population. However, currently there are no well accepted test methodologies for pediatric facemasks. In addition, unlike N95 respirators, the expected maximum flow rate, and the pressure drop at that expected maximum flow rate for pediatric facemasks have not been established.

Method
The objective of this article is three-fold; use a literature survey to determine the worst-case flow rate, and an acceptable breathing resistance; and come up with a bench-test based protocol for assessing fit of pediatric facemasks.

Results & discussion
The worst-case breathing flow rate for mask testing in the pediatric population is 45–60 Liters/minute (LPM), and the acceptable pressure drop at the worst-case flow rate is 2.0 mmH2O. A retrospective assessment of all the four brands of legally marketed facemasks in the U.S. that could be purchased, revealed that majority of the brands have high filtration efficiency (>95%) at low flow rate 5 LPM which reduces to ~ 80% at 45 LPM. At 5 LPM, the pressure drop ranges from 0.3–0.6 mmH2O, remaining below the 2.0 mmH2O. However, at higher flow rates, (representing strenuous activities, or older children (> 12 years)), most masks exhibited a pressure drop within the range of 2.9 to 6.0 mmH2O. Furthermore, opening the pleats of the facemasks completely results in a notable reduction in pressure drop (a 6.6-fold decrease, p = 0.03). To assess fit of these same brands of facemasks, we then updated our previous validated adult manikin fit-test method and used it in manikins in the age group of 2 to 14 years. Either poor nose-clip adherence to the manikin, low filtration efficiency of the pediatric facemasks, or off-label use (i.e. when donned on manikins representing 2 years to 14 years) contributed to low fit.

Conclusions
A new bench-top tool to evaluate quantitative fit of pediatric facemasks was developed. In addition, based on the research reported here, we provide practical implications for the members of the community: users, academia and medical device manufacturers.
The effect of periodontal treatments on endothelial function in degrees of periodontitis patients: A systematic review and meta-analysis
Authors: Lyu Jingzhe , Zhang Yiyao , Zhou Run , Ding Cheng , Ye Hong , Fang Qian , Jiang Chunhui , Chen Xijie , Zhong Liangjun 
Published: September 2024

Objective
This article focus on patients with moderate-to-severe periodontitis and periodontitis patients with cardiovascular disease. After they received periodontal initial therapy or antimicrobial drug treatment, was there any improvement in endothelial function during short- and long-term followups?

Method
Relevant randomized controlled trials and clinical trials up to 30th June 2024 were identified and retrieved from electronic databases including PubMed, Cochrane Library, Web of Science and CNKI databases, with periodontitis therapy, periodontal disease and endothelial function as the keywords. The weighted (WMD) or standardized mean difference (SMD) was calculated using a fixed- or random-effect model and assessed heterogeneous results.

Result
Generally, 14 studies published between 2004 and 2022 were eligible for the meta-analysis, which are all randomised clinical trials. A total of 491 periodontitis patients were screened. All participants received whole-mouth supragingival and subgingival scaling and root planing of the teeth, some trials combined with antimicrobial drug treatment as well as extracting teeth that could not be saved. The outcome indicators were measured by flow-mediated dilatation(FMD) levels. The results of the short term (≤3 months) periodontitis initial therapy group showed positive results (WMD = -3.78,95%CI = [-5.49,-2.07], P<0.0001), while the results of the long term (6 months) periodontitis therapy group exhibited significant difference (WMD = -0.96,95%CI = [-2.06,0.14],P = 0.09). Furthermore, study population were categorized according to the severity of periodontitis, the presence of comorbidities, endothelial dysfunction, and the inclusion of extractions and antimicrobial therapy in the treatment process. The effects of each of these factors on FMD were explored and the results of these subgroups all support periodontitis therapy.

Conclusion
The results showed that periodontal treatment enhances endothelial function. Additionally, after subgroup analysis of long-term and short-term follow-up, patients with severe periodontitis, and different periodontal treatments, periodontal therapy was shown to increase FMD levels.
Effect of radiation after surgery on the prognosis of children with Wilms tumor
Authors: Chen Songqiang , Wan Zhisheng , Hu Shaohua , Bu Weizhen , Lu Yiqun , Zhao Zhenli 
Published: September 2024

Background
To explore the association between radiation after surgery and the 5-year overall survival (OS) and 5-year cancer-specific survival (CSS) in patients with Wilms tumor.

Methods
In this cohort study, 1564 participants were identified from the Surveillance, Epidemiology, and End Results (SEER) database. The univariate and multivariable COX proportional risk model as well as competitive risk model were used to explore the covariates associated with 5-year OS and 5-year CSS of patients with Wilms tumor and the correlation between radiation after surgery and 5-year OS or 5-year CSS of patients with Wilms tumor, respectively. The Kaplan-Meier curves of participants were plotted.

Results
The median follow-up was 126.00 (84.00, 178.00) months. Patients receiving surgery had higher 5-year survival probability than those not receiving surgery, while participants receiving radiation after surgery showed poor 5-year survival than those not. After adjusting for covariates including age and SEER stage, increased risk of 5-year overall mortality in patients with Wilms tumor [hazard ratio (HR) = 1.62, 95% confidence interval (CI): 1.10–2.41). After the adjustment for confounding factors including age, SEER stage and ethnicity, increased risk of 5-year cancer-specific mortality of patients with Wilms tumor was observed in those receiving radiation after surgery (HR = 1.77, 95%CI: 1.13–2.79).

Conclusion
Radiation after surgery was associated with poor prognosis of patients with Wilms tumor, which indicated that the clinicians should assess whether the patient was suitable for using radiation after surgery.
In vitro toxicity assessment of bioavailable iron in coal varieties of Central India
Authors: Jain Ruchika Kishor , Anshumali  , Sherekar Prasad , Nayak Amit , Jaiswal Shraddha , Pimpalghare Komal , Tumane Rajani , Jawade Aruna , Pingle Shubhangi Kailas , Suke Sanvidhan G. , Kashyap Rajpal Singh , Mandal Bibhuti Bhusan 
Published: September 2024

Introduction
Information on bioavailable Iron (BAI) content in respirable coal dust (RCD) is crucial to address occupational health and safety, especially in preventing coal workers’ pneumoconiosis (CWP).

Materials and methods
In the present study, we determined BAI concentrations in seventy-seven coal samples collected from ten coal mining regions of Central India. The cytotoxic potential of BAI-RCD was established invitro by using alveolar epithelial (A549) and macrophage (U937) cell lines. The oxidative/antioxidant status, inflammations, and genotoxicity attributed to BAI-RCD exposure were evaluated and correlated with CWP pathophysiology.

Results
The mean BAI concentrations in the coal samples (n = 77) range from (275 to 9065 mg kg-1) and showed wide variability. Both cell lines were exposed to low (275 mg kg-1), moderate (4650 mg kg-1), and high (9065 mg kg-1) BAI-RCD samples showed significant (p < 0.001) cytotoxicity in a dose-dependent manner (low < moderate < high) compared to the control. After BAI-RCD treatment, both cell lines showed a decrease in antioxidant stress measures (SOD, CAT, and GSH) and a significant (p < 0.001) increase in oxidative stress parameters (NADPH, MPO, LPO, and PC). Furthermore, these cell line models demonstrated a statistically significant (p < 0.001) dose-dependent increase in cytokines (TGF-β1, IL-1β, TNF-α, MCP-1, and IL-6 cytokines) and oxidative DNA damage marker (8-OH-dG).

Conclusion
Results indicated that the central India coals (even at low BAI content) may be accountable for inflammatory responses and cytotoxicity. Hence, BAI can be important characteristic to establish safety standards for coal dust exposure before active mining.
Relationship between body mass index and clinical events in patients with atrial fibrillation undergoing percutaneous coronary intervention
Authors: Yamazaki Tatsuro , Kitahara Hideki , Yamashita Daichi , Sato Takanori , Suzuki Sakuramaru , Hiraga Takashi , Matsumoto Tadahiro , Kobayashi Takahiro , Ohno Yuji , Harada Junya , Fukushima Kenichi , Asano Tatsuhiko , Ishio Naoki , Uchiyama Raita , Miyahara Hirofumi , Okino Shinichi , Sano Masanori , Kuriyama Nehiro , Yamamoto Masashi , Sakamoto Naoya , Kanda Junji , Kobayashi Yoshio 
Published: September 2024

Background
It is still unclear whether body mass index (BMI) affects bleeding and cardiovascular events in patients requiring oral anticoagulants (OAC) for atrial fibrillation (AF) and antiplatelet agents after percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) for coronary artery disease (CAD). The aim of this study was to evaluate the relationship between BMI and clinical events in patients who underwent PCI under OAC therapy for AF.

Method
This was a multicenter, observational cohort study conducted at 15 institutions in Japan. AF patients who underwent PCI with drug-eluting stents for CAD were retrospectively and prospectively included. Patients were divided into the Group 1 (BMI <21.3 kg/m2) and the Group 2 (BMI ≥21.3 kg/m2) according to the first-quartile value of BMI. The primary endpoint was net adverse clinical events (NACE), a composite of major adverse cardiovascular events (MACE) and major bleeding events within one year after index PCI procedure.

Results
In the 720 patients, 180 patients (25.0%) had BMI value <21.3 kg/m2. While the rates of NACE and MACE were significantly higher in the Group 1 than the counterpart (21.1% vs. 11.9%, p = 0.003 and 17.2% vs. 8.9%, p = 0.004), that of major bleeding did not differ significantly between the 2 groups (5.6% vs. 4.3%, p = 0.54). The cumulative rate of NACE and MACE was significantly higher in the Group 1 than the Group 2 (both log-rank p = 0.002), although that of major bleeding events was equivalent between the 2 groups (log-rank p = 0.41). In multivariable Cox regression analyses, while BMI value <21.3 kg/m2 was not associated with major bleeding events, that cut-off value was an independent predictor for increased NACE and MACE.

Conclusions
Among the patients undergoing PCI for CAD and requiring OAC for AF, BMI value was a useful indicator to predict major adverse clinical events.
Effects of functional training on tennis-specific physical fitness and functional movement screen in junior tennis players
Authors: Xiao Wensheng , Bai Xiaorong , Soh Kim Geok , Zhang Yang 
Published: September 2024

Objectives
Functional training mimics the coordinated motions of multiple muscle groups and joints performed during exercise. The purpose of this study was to compare the effects of a 12-week functional training and traditional resistance training on the performance in junior tennis players.

Methods
Trained tennis players (mean age: 16.6 years) were assigned to a traditional training group (n = 20) or functional training group (n = 20). The traditional training group received a resistance training program by their coach, while the functional training group was given Santana’s Racket Sport Program. At baseline, after six weeks, and after 12 weeks (T12), the participants’ tennis-specific physical fitness and functional movement screen (FMS) were evaluated.

Results
At T12, both training improved the values for multistage fitness test, hexagon test, planned agility test, sit and reach, and 20 metre sprint (p < 0.05); except the flexibility, functional training provided no additional advantages. At T12, functional training enhanced (p < 0.01) all seven components of the FMS, and there is a 100% probability that the total score of the FMS would be enhanced. In contrast, for the traditional training group, shoulder mobility of the FMS decreased (p = 0.03), and there was no changes in other FMS components at T12.

Conclusions
Functional training is not only effective in improving tennis-specific physical fitness, but it also provides greater functional movement advantages for junior tennis players compared to traditional resistance training.
Spatial patterns and associated factors of HIV testing and counselling (HTC) as a component of antenatal care services in Ethiopia
Authors: Tesfie Tigabu Kidie , Tilahun Werkneh Melkie 
Published: September 2024

Background
While HIV testing and counselling play a crucial role in preventing mother-to-child transmission, numerous pregnant women did not receive these services. Understanding the spatial variation of HIV testing and counselling and its associated factors during antenatal care in Ethiopia remains limited. Thus, this study was aimed at assessing the spatial patterns and factors associated with HIV testing and counselling during antenatal care visits in Ethiopia.

Methods
A cross-sectional study design was employed with a two-stage stratified cluster sampling technique. A total of 2,789 women who gave birth in the two years prior to the survey and had at least one antenatal care visit were included in the study. Stata version 16 and ArcGIS version 10.8 software were used for analysis. A multilevel robust Poisson regression model was fitted to identify significantly associated factors since the prevalence of HIV testing and counselling was higher than 10%. A statistically significant association was declared based on multivariable multilevel robust Poisson regression analysis using an adjusted prevalence ratio with its 95% confidence interval at a p-value < 0.05. Spatial regression analysis was conducted, and the local coefficients of statistically significant spatial covariates were visualised.

Results
In Ethiopia, the overall prevalence of HIV testing and counselling during antenatal care visits was 29.5% (95% CI: 27.8%, 31.2%). Significant spatial clustering was observed (Global Moran’s I = 0.138, p-value <0.001). In the spatial regression analysis, high and comprehensive knowledge related to HIV, and comprehensive knowledge on the prevention of mother-to-child transmission were significant explanatory variables for the spatial variation of HIV testing and counselling. In the multivariable multilevel robust Poisson regression analysis, education, household wealth, media exposure, number of antenatal care visits, comprehensive knowledge on mother-to-child transmission, comprehensive knowledge on prevention of mother-to-child transmission, and region were significantly associated factors.

Conclusion
The prevalence of HIV testing and counselling during antenatal care visits was low. Empowering women through education, promoting mass media exposure, increasing numbers of antenatal care visits, and enhancing women’s knowledge related to HIV and mother-to-child transmission by targeting cold spot areas could improve HIV testing and counselling service uptake among pregnant women in Ethiopia.