bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Improving ANN model performance in runoff forecasting by adding soil moisture input and using data preprocessing techniques
Authors: Ba Huanhuan , Guo Shenglian , Wang Yun , Hong Xingjun , Zhong Yixuan , Liu Zhangjun 
Published: August 2017

AbstractThis study attempts to improve the accuracy of runoff forecasting from two aspects: one is the inclusion of soil moisture time series simulated from the GR4J conceptual rainfall–runoff model as (ANN) input; the other is preprocessing original data series by singular spectrum analysis (SSA). Three watersheds in China were selected as case studies and the ANN1 model only with runoff and rainfall as inputs without data preprocessing was used to be the benchmark. The ANN2 model with soil moisture as an additional input, the SSA-ANN1 and SSA-ANN2 models with the same inputs as ANN1 and ANN2 using data preprocessing were studied. It is revealed that the degree of improvement by SSA is more significant than by the inclusion of soil moisture. Among the four studied models, the SSA-ANN2 model performs the best.
Investigating the development of shallow snowpacks on arable land, using comprehensive field observations and spatially distributed snow modelling
Authors: Starkloff Torsten , Stolte Jannes , Hessel Rudi , Ritsema Coen 
Published: August 2017

Abstract
Shallow (&lt;1 m deep) snowpacks on agricultural areas are an important hydrological component in many countries, which determines how much meltwater is potentially available for overland flow, causing soil erosion and flooding at the end of winter. Therefore, it is important to understand the development of shallow snowpacks in a spatially distributed manner. This study combined field observations with spatially distributed snow modelling using the UEBGrid model, for three consecutive winters (2013–2015) in southern Norway. Model performance was evaluated by comparing the spatially distributed snow water equivalent (SWE) measurements over time with the simulated SWE. UEBGrid replicated SWE development at catchment scale with satisfactory accuracy for the three winters. The different calibration approaches which were necessary for winters 2013 and 2015 showed the delicacy of modelling the change in shallow snowpacks. Especially the refreezing of meltwater and prevention of runoff and infiltration of meltwater by frozen soils and ice layers can make simulations of shallow snowpacks challenging.
Optimal dewatering of an excavation site by using the linked simulation–optimization approaches
Authors: Ayvaz M. Tamer 
Published: August 2017

AbstractIn this study, a linked simulation–optimization approach is proposed for optimal dewatering system design for an excavation site. In the simulation part of the proposed approach, an analytical groundwater flow model is used to simulate the flow process in the subsurface. This model is then integrated with two different optimization models where differential evolution (DE) and harmony search (HS) optimization algorithms are used. The objectives of both models are to determine the best dewatering system configuration by considering locations and pumping rates as decision variables. During the search process, the constraints related to drawdown and well locations are included in the optimization by using the penalty function approach. The performance of DE- and HS-based solution approaches is evaluated on a hypothetical excavation site for different well numbers. Identified results indicated that the DE-based solution approach provides slightly better results than those obtained by using the HS-based solution approach.
Chronic maxillary osteomyelitis secondary to chronic maxillary sinusitis in non-immunocompromised patient – a rare case report and its management
Authors: Narsapur Sulabha A. , Choudhari Sameer , Pasha Zameer 
Published: August 2017

Osteomyelitis is an inflammation of medullary portion of bone along with cortex and periosteum. It is one of most difficult infectious diseases to treat. Facial bones are prone to osteomyelitis due to various predisposing condition. Osteomyelitis of maxilla is rare disease and less frequently encountered. Objective: The aim of the article is to present an unusual case of chronic maxillary osteomyelitis secondary to rhinogenic which are rarely clinically causes. Case report: We hereby report a case of chronic maxillary osteomyelitis in 70-year-old non-immunocompromised patient secondary to chronic maxillary sinusitis. Complete resolution of chronic maxillary osteomyelitis was achieved by combination of antimicrobial therapy and surgical treatment. Conclusion: Clinician should identify such risk and provide the aggressive treatment modalities to avoid subsequent dreaded consequences.
Beliefs in relation to elderly between Dentistry undergraduates of private university of Parana
Authors: Koch-Filho Herbert Rubens , Beiger Luis Fernando , Mendes Matheus Augusto 
Published: August 2017

Introduction: Aging is a sociocultural concept characterized by the opposite to the youth. Generalization and the lack of knowledge about this stage of life can lead to false assessments that tend to oscillate between positive and negative. Objective: a) To characterize the beliefs about aging of Dentistry undergraduates from a private higher education institution; b) to verify if the belief of the undergraduates had about aging may interfere in the choice of future dental care given to older people, and; c) to assess the profile of the respondents by gender, age and graduation period. Material and methods: This cross-sectionaldescriptive study was conducted with students properly enrolled in the Dentistry course of a private institution, in 2016 (N = 90). The profile of the population was defined by gender, age and graduation period. It was verified the preference and predilection in future working or not working with a certain age group. Also, the beliefs about aging were investigated through a semantic scale. Distributions of absolute and relative frequencies were made. Statistical analysis was given by using SPSS version 20.0. Results: Most respondents were female (78.9%); with a mean age of 23.34 years; enrolled in the 8th period; 51.1% said they had no preference in future work with particular age range; and, there was a predominance of positive view, with tendencies towards neutrality. There were no statistically significant differences between the beliefs toward aging and the variables: gender, age and period. Statistically significant dependencies were found between the beliefs about old age and preference in working or not working in future treat a certain age range of the population. Conclusion: Therespondents have a more positive view of old age; no predilection to provide dental care to a certain age group, highlighting a general and humanist profile in relation to chronological age.
Oral rehabilitation with removable dental prosthesis in a six-year-old patient with hypohidrotic ectodermal dysplasia
Authors: Dalledone Mariana , De Paiva Bertoli Fernanda Mara , Sponchiado Ana Paula , Losso Estela Maris , Brancher João Armando , De Souza Juliana Feltrin 
Published: August 2017

Introduction: Ectodermal dysplasia is an abnormality of the ectoderm and its derivatives, phenotypically expressed in males and genetically inherited from mothers. Objective: To report the efficacy of the prosthetics treatment of severe ectodermal dysplasia in a 6-year-old boy with hypohidrotic ectodermal dysplasia (HED). Case report: The boy had difficulty in speaking and eating and the condition also affected his self-esteem. Prosthetic treatments included the construction of acrylic custom trays, determination of the vertical dimension of occlusion (VDO), construction of upper and lower dentures, and palatal expansion procedure. Conclusion: Significant improvements in the patient’s stomatognathic functionand self-esteem were evident.
Periodontal plastic surgery for treatment of gummy smile with cosmetic restauration treatment
Authors: Gonçalves Keith Jimmy , Agnoletto Gabrielle Gobbo , Da Cunha Leonardo Fernandes , Storrer Carmen Mueller , Deliberador Tatiana Miranda 
Published: August 2017

Introduction: Today, the appreciation of aesthetic dentistry by society brought to the search for materials and techniques that improve the appearance of smile, which is essential in maintaining physical and mental health of the patient. Objective: This study aimed to report a case of gummy smile involving Periodontics and Restorative Dentistry. Case report: This case, despite other possible alternatives, was solved through periodontal surgery (clinical crown augmentation associated with osteotomy) and indirect restorations with porcelain crowns. Conclusion: In our experience this procedure is safe, predictable, with minimal risks or side effects, and it is a treatment option for these cases.
Topical Formulations and Intradermal Injections of Tranexamic Acid in the Treatment of Hyperpigmentation - A Review
Authors: Batory Mirella , Rotsztejn Helena 
Published: August 2017

Background:
The anti-plasmin activity of Tranexamic Acid (TA) is considered to be the
main mechanism of hypopigmentation. Several studies have found TA to be effective for both oral
and topical application. When used to lighten stains, TA is effective even at low concentrations,
ideally in the range of 2 to 5%. Increasing the duration of treatment is more effective than increasing
the concentration of TA: Higher concentrations of TA (> 5%) do not improve the effect but
rather cause irritation. The TA formulations were applied once or twice a day, and the average duration
was eight to twelve weeks: advantageous therapeutic effects were observed after this period.
Other studies gave intradermal injections once weekly for 12 weeks, also with an acceptable efficiency.
The compound may be administered topically to the skin in the form of emulsions, creams
and solutions, and formulations containing liposomes. Encapsulation of TA in liposomes may reduce
potential skin irritation, and it ensure high formulation stability, decrease the risk of leakage
and allow long-term sustained release. Intradermal injections of TA produce relatively quick
bleaching results without significant side effects.

Conclusion:
In conclusion it should be stated that the lightening effect of tranexamic acid in topical
and intradermal applications has been most extensively studied in the case of melasma, and most
studies have been performed in Asia. Therefore, the final evaluation of TA, in the cases other than
melasma and hyperpigmentation, requires further studies. However, further studies are needed in
order to optimize the frequency of application of TA and to determine the long-term benefits from
its use, especially concerning stains other than chloasma.
Novel Azole-Functionalited Flouroquinolone Hybrids: Design, Conventional and Microwave Irradiated Synthesis, Evaluation as Antibacterial and Antioxidant Agents
Authors: Mentese Meltem , Demirbas Neslihan , Mermer Arif , Demirci Serpil , Demirbas Ahmet , Ayaz Faik Ahmet 
Published: August 2017

Background:
The synthesis of new hybrid molecules consisting of several heterocyclic
pharmacophores namely fluoroquinolone, 1,2,4-triazole, 1,3,4-oxadiazole and piperazine was carried
out by conventional and successfully optimized microwave mediated techniques.

Methods:
The structures of new compounds were confirmed using spectroscopic techniques. These
compounds were screened for their antibacterial activity against E. coli, P. aeruginosa, Y. pseudotuberculosis,
S. aureus, E. faecalis, B. cereus and M. smegmatis.

Results and Conclusion:
Fourteen of these hybrids exhibited excellent antibacterial activities on
the test microorganisms when compared with ampicillin with the mic values varying between 0.03-
0.25 µg/mL.
Teleophthalmology in Practice: Lessons Learned from a Pilot Project
Authors: Ayatollahi Haleh , Nourani Aynaz , Khodaveisi Taleb , Aghaei Hossein , Mohammadpour Mehrdad 
Published: August 2017

Introduction:
Ophthalmology is a medical specialty which may benefit from using telemedicine and teleophthalmology services. Such services are significantly important in the poor, remote, and impassable geographical areas, where there is no access to the ophthalmology services and ophthalmologists. This study aimed to design and implement a teleophthalmology system using the method of store-and-forward.

Methods:
The study was conducted in 2015 and consisted of two main phases. The first phase was based requirement analysis, and in the second phase, after designing the prototype, an initial usability testing was undertaken in a teaching hospital. The participants of the study were 10 optometrists and 10 ophthalmologists (cornea specialists). For each phase of the research, a questionnaire was used to collect data, and the collected data were analyzed using descriptive statistics.

Results:
In this study, users’ requirements were initially investigated. Then, the teleophthalmology system was designed based on the literature review and the results derived from the requirements’ analysis. Finally, usability testing showed that the users were relatively satisfied with the system.

Conclusion:
According to the results, it can be concluded that the teleophthalmology technology can be used in the country by optometrists and ophthalmologists to improve eye health care services and to prevent the prevalence of curable eye diseases.
Housing Development Building Management System (HDBMS) For Optimized Electricity Bills
Authors: Li Weixian , Logenthiran Thillainathan , Phan Van-Tung , Lok Woo Wai 
Published: August 2017

Smart Buildings is a modern building that allows residents to have sustainable comfort with high efficiency of electricity usage. These objectives could be achieved by applying appropriate, capable optimization algorithms and techniques. This paper presents a Housing Development Building Management System (HDBMS) strategy inspired by Building Energy Management System (BEMS) concept that will integrate with smart buildings using Supply Side Management (SSM) and Demand Side Management (DSM) System. HDBMS is a Multi-Agent System (MAS) based decentralized decision making system proposed by various authors. MAS based HDBMS was created using JAVA on a IEEE FIPA compliant multi-agent platform named JADE. It allows agents to communicate, interact and negotiate with energy supply and demand of the smart buildings to provide the optimal energy usage and minimal electricity costs. This results in reducing the load of the power distribution system in smart buildings which simulation studies has shown the potential of proposed HDBMS strategy to provide the optimal solution for smart building energy management.
Influences of Breakfast on Clock Gene Expression and Postprandial Glycemia in Healthy Individuals and Individuals With Diabetes: A Randomized Clinical Trial
Authors: Jakubowicz Daniela , Wainstein Julio , Landau Zohar , Raz Itamar , Ahren Bo , Chapnik Nava , Ganz Tali , Menaged Miriam , Barnea Maayan , Bar-Dayan Yosefa , Froy Oren 
Published: August 2017

OBJECTIVE
The circadian clock regulates glucose metabolism by mediating the activity of metabolic enzymes, hormones, and transport systems. Breakfast skipping and night eating have been associated with high HbA1c and postprandial hyperglycemia after lunch and dinner. Our aim was to explore the acute effect of breakfast consumption or omission on glucose homeostasis and clock gene expression in healthy individuals and individuals with type 2 diabetes.

RESEARCH DESIGN AND METHODS
In a crossover design, 18 healthy volunteers and 18 volunteers with 14.5 ± 1.5 years diabetes, BMI 30.7 ± 1.1 kg/m2, and HbA1c 7.6 ± 0.1% (59.6 ± 0.8 mmol/mol) were randomly assigned to a test day with breakfast and lunch (YesB) and a test day with only lunch (NoB). Postprandial clock and clock-controlled gene expression, plasma glucose, insulin, intact glucagon-like peptide 1 (iGLP-1), and dipeptidyl peptidase IV (DPP-IV) plasma activity were assessed after breakfast and lunch.

RESULTS
In healthy individuals, the expression level of Per1, Cry1, Rorα, and Sirt1 was lower (P &lt; 0.05) but Clock was higher (P &lt; 0.05) after breakfast. In contrast, in individuals with type 2 diabetes, Per1, Per2, and Sirt1 only slightly, but significantly, decreased and Rorα increased (P &lt; 0.05) after breakfast. In healthy individuals, the expression level of Bmal1, Rorα, and Sirt1 was higher (P &lt; 0.05) after lunch on YesB day, whereas the other clock genes remained unchanged. In individuals with type 2 diabetes, Bmal1, Per1, Per2, Rev-erbα, and Ampk increased (P &lt; 0.05) after lunch on the YesB day. Omission of breakfast altered clock and metabolic gene expression in both healthy and individuals with type 2 diabetes.

CONCLUSIONS
Breakfast consumption acutely affects clock and clock-controlled gene expression leading to normal oscillation. Breakfast skipping adversely affects clock and clock-controlled gene expression and is correlated with increased postprandial glycemic response in both healthy individuals and individuals with diabetes.
Tuotantokäyttöön soveltuva edullinen menetelmä hitsin juuren puolen väsymiseliniän arvioimiseksi
Authors: Valkonen Ilkka , Valkonen Antti 
Published: August 2017

Juuren puolen väsyminen on käytännössä erityisen ongelmallinen syystä, että vauriota ei voi havaita ennenkuin särö on edennyt hitsin läpi. Analyysimenetelmistä esimerkiksi ns. Hot-Spot menetelmä ei sovellu juuren puolen väsymisen arviointiin.
Eurocode kolmessa on joitain tapauksia, jotka käytännössä ovat juuren puolen säröön liittyviä, mutta yleistä käyttökelpoista menetelmää ei ole aikaisemmin esiintynyt. Viime vuosina on kyseisen ongelman ratkaisuun esitetty tehollisen loven menetelmää (ENS, "Effective Notch Stress"), jossa juurivirhe mallinnetaan ja virheen päissä kytetään 1 mm säteistä kaarta.
Elementtimenetelmään on uutena yleisempään tietoisuuteen tullut alkujaan Belytschkon ja hänen ryhmänsä kehittämä XFEM, jolla pystyy mallintamaan särön elementtiverkosta riippumatta. Tämä antaa teoriassa hyvän mahdollisuuden tuotantokäyttöön soveltuvan analyysimenetelmän pohjaksi.
Tämän esityksen tarkoituksena on verrata nimellisen jännityksen menetelmää, ENS-menetelmää, sekä XFEM-murtumismekaniikan käyttöä juuren puolen väsymisen arviointiin.
Stiffness and strength of a semi-regular lattice
Authors: Their Tomas , St-Pierre Luc 
Published: August 2017

Honeycombs and other lattice materials have the advantage that their topology can be designed to achieve unique combinations of properties, such as high strength at low density. The work presented here is exploratory in nature: we investigated the mechanical properties of a two-dimensional lattice and compared its performances to other topologies. Analytical expressions for the uniaxial stiffness and compressive strength were developed and validated against Finite Element simulations. The results showed that the lattice considered is stiffer and stronger than the diamond lattice, and has a higher resistance to elastic buckling than the triangular lattice.
A rare case of massif Adenomatoid Odontogenic Tumor in the anterior region of mandible: Mimicking as dentigerous cyst
Authors: Munandar Aris , Syamsudin Endang , Sylvyana Melita , Rizki Kiki Akhmad 
Published: August 2017

Background. Adenomatoid Odontogenic Tumor (AOT) is a rare tumor of epithelial origin. AOT appears in three clinico-topographic variants: follicular, extrafollicular and peripheral. The AOT was predominantly found in the upper jaw, and rarely found in mandible, especially at anterior mandible. AOT is a tumor of odontogenic epithelium having duct like structures, which may be partly cystic, and in some cases the solid lesion may be present only as masses in the wall of a large cyst. The surgical management of this lesion would be enucleation along with removal of associated impacted tooth. The prognosis for both of them is good and recurrences are very rare after complete removal of the lesion. Purpose. It is important to define final diagnose for AOT due to mimicking with DC in clinically and radiographically finding. Biopsy is still obviously necessary to the final diagnosis. Case. 15-year-old female patients reported with chief complain of swelling in anterior mandible. The swelling beginning 4 years ago, gradually progressed, with no history pain, discharge and patient is complaint about loss of sensation around anterior mandible. Aspiration revealed straw colored fluid thinking in the way of DC. The provisional diagnosis of DC was given due to clinical presentation and radiographic imaging. But the biopsy examination showed AOT due to duct-like epithelial cells was being found. Discussion. The case report illustrates characteristic clinical and radiographic features of follicular variant of AOT mimicking a DC at unusual site that is anterior mandible. AOT is thought to arise from odontogenic epithelium and associated with the impacted tooth. Rightfully AOT is a perfect imitator of DC radiographically as well as histopathologically. It usually clinically misdiagnosed as DC as both have a unilocular, well-defined radiolucency surrounding the crown of an impacted tooth. The mass was enucleated, involved teeth were extracted, and titanium plates are used to avoid pathologist fracture. The patient had uneventful postoperative recovery. Follow up of a year has not shown any evidence of recurrence. Conclusion. Follicular type of OAT could confuse us with DC if the support examination just only clinicaly finding and radiographic examination. This case could not be definitively diagnosed on clinical and radiographic features alone. Biopsy was obviously necessary to the final diagnosis.
Nutritional status, oral hygiene and Angular cheilitis in schoolchildren in Cianjur district, West Java
Authors: Partakusuma Fatimah Boenjamin 
Published: August 2017

Background: Angular cheilitis is a lesion at the corner of the mouth. Clinically, it is visible as an erythema and ulceration that occasionally extend beyond the vermillion border onto the skin. Anemia in children is an issue of global nutritional problems that need attention. The objectives of the study was to determine the association between nutritional status, oral hygiene and angular cheilitis in elementary schoolchildren in District of Cianjur. Methods: This cross sectional study was conducted on 349 schoolchildren in five Subdistrict of Cianjur. Angular cheilitis status was determined based on the criteria set by Ohman (1986). Anhropometric status was determined by CDC BMI-for-age percentile growth chart. Anemia status was determine by the level of hemoglobin concentration using the HemoCue device. Oral hygiene was measured by OHI-S index. Results: The prevalence of angular cheilitis, anemia, wasting and poor oral hygiene were: 62.5%, 12,6%, 20.6%, and 67.3%, respectively. There are no relationships between anthropometric status, oral hygiene and angular cheilitis. (p> 0.05). However there is a relationship significant relationship beween anemia and angular cheilitis (p <0.05). Logistic regression test showed that anemia is a risk factor on the occurrence of angular cheilitis. Conclusion: Anemia is a factor on the occurrence of angular cheilitis in schoolchildren in Cianjur.