bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
The experiences and decision making of patients with incurable cancer and health literacy difficulties
Authors: Holden Chloe E. , Wagland Richard , Harle Amélie , Wheelwright Sally 
Published: October 2024

Objective
Shared decision making is important when decisions are preference sensitive, as in incurable cancer. A prerequisite for shared decision making is health literacy, which is essential to facilitate good understanding of an individual’s current situation, the decision to be made, and the options available to them. This study sought to learn about the challenges for shared decision making faced by patients with incurable cancer and health literacy difficulties.

Methods
Semi-structured telephone and video interviews were used to collect data on participants’ experiences, decision making, and challenges faced. Study procedures followed health literacy principles, with information offered in various formats to suit individuals’ preferences, the use of a verbal consent process, and flexibility in whether interviews were conducted over telephone or video call. Data were analysed using Framework Analysis (Ritchie et al. 2003), with initial verbatim transcription of interviews, iterative development of the analysis framework, indexing using Nvivo 12 software and summarising of the data before systematic categorisation and development of final themes.

Results
Twenty participants (aged 31–80, of whom 13 male) with a variety of cancers (including breast, central nervous system, gastrointestinal, gynaecological, lung, head and neck, and urological) and experience of a range of treatments were interviewed. Seven themes were identified, including: supportive staff in an imperfect system, additional pressure from COVID-19, in the expert’s hands, treatment not so bad, emotional hurdles, accessing information to further understanding and wanting to be a good patient.

Conclusion
In order to support patients with incurable cancer and health literacy difficulties to become involved in decisions about their care, we must address the emotional, social and informational challenges they face. Recommendations for achieving this include addressing peoples’ emotional needs, facilitating control over information, developing a partnership, involving others, and organisational changes.
Panel of serum biomarkers for differential diagnosis of idiopathic interstitial lung disease and interstitial lung disease-secondary to systemic autoimmune rheumatic disease
Authors: d’Alessandro Miriana , Cameli Paolo , Cotton Caroline V. , Lamb Janine A. , Bergantini Laura , Gangi Sara , Sugden Sarah , Spencer Lisa G. , Frediani Bruno , New Robert P. , Chinoy Hector , Bargagli Elena , Conticini Edoardo 
Published: October 2024

Background
Interstitial lung disease (ILD) may complicate the course of systemic autoimmune rheumatic disease (SARD) and diagnostic biomarkers are needed. Krebs von den Lungen-6 (KL-6), ferritin (FER) and interleukin 6 (IL-6) have been involved in the ILD development. Our study aimed to compare KL-6, FER, IL-6 and soluble mesothelin-related peptide (SMRP) concentrations in a cohort of idiopathic and SARD-ILD.

Methods
3169 patients were enrolled in the “UK Biomarkers in Interstitial Lung Disease (UK-BILD) Study”. We selected patients affected by SARD-ILD and idiopathic ILD (usual interstitial pneumonia-idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis and fibrotic non-specific interstitial pneumonia). Serum marker concentrations were measured through chemiluminescent assays (Fujirebio Europe, Ghent, Belgium).

Results
1013 patients were selected for the study: 520 (51.3%) had idiopathic ILD and 493 (48.7%) SARD-ILD. Idiopathic ILD patients displayed higher KL-6 values than SARD-ILD (p = 0.0002). FER and SMRP, though within normal ranges, were significantly higher in idiopathic ILD (p<0.0001). Logistic regression showed good sensitivity (69.4%) and specificity (80.4%) selecting the variables FER and KL-6 concentrations, age and gender-male correlated with a diagnosis of idiopathic ILD.

Conclusion
Our study showed the excellent diagnostic value of KL-6 for detecting ILD, which irrespective of the final diagnosis and extent of disease, is always elevated and is a reliable biomarker of lung fibrosis in various diseases, ranging from idiopathic to autoimmune forms. Our study proposed an ILD differentiation model including clinical background. In this context, combination of serum markers and clinical data, as seen in our cohort, may lead to a further improvement in diagnostic accuracy for ILD.
Visual outcomes of primary keratoprosthesis implantation in transplant-naïve eyes
Authors: Thompson Camryn , Robbins Cason , Gabriel Rami , Wisely C. Ellis , Daluvoy Melissa , Fekrat Sharon 
Published: October 2024

Purpose
Primary keratoprosthesis (Kpro) implantation may be indicated in eyes that have an expected poor prognosis following initial penetrating keratoplasty, such as eyes with limbal stem cell deficiency (LSCD). We compare visual outcomes of eyes undergoing primary Kpro to eyes that had a secondary Kpro following penetrating keratoplasty.

Methods
Retrospective review of all patients who had Kpro implantation at a tertiary academic medical center from 2005–2020. Among those, eyes that had undergone primary Kpro implantation without a history of prior corneal transplantation were also identified.

Results
Eighty-four eyes of 77 patients that had undergone Kpro implantation were identified. Of those 84, 12 eyes (21.4%) of 12 patients were receiving primary Kpro since they were corneal transplant-naïve. Among individuals undergoing primary Kpro implantation compared to secondary Kpro implantation, the most common underlying diagnoses were limbal stem cell deficiency (41.7% vs 10.0%, p = 0.01304), corneal scarring not otherwise specified (25.0% vs 2.86%, p = 0.02077), and neurotrophic cornea (16.7% vs 2.86%, p = 0.1002). Eyes undergoing primary Kpro implantation had similar mean visual acuity to eyes undergoing secondary Kpro preoperatively (20/2118 vs 20/3786, p = 0.271), 3 months postoperatively (20/264 vs 20/758, p = 0.174), and at final follow up (average 3.06 years, 20/907 vs 20/3446, p = 0.070). Average follow-up time and rates of glaucoma, endophthalmitis, retroprosthetic membrane, and retinal detachment did not significantly differ between groups (all p > 0.05). All eyes that progressed to no light perception (n = 13) had undergone secondary Kpro implantation.

Conclusions
Visual acuity outcomes were similar between primary Kpro implantation and secondary Kpro implantation. Eyes that underwent primary Kpro implantation trended toward better postoperative VA at final follow-up than secondary Kpro eyes.
Factors associated with sexual violence against reproductive-age women in Ghana: A multilevel mixed-effects analysis
Authors: Mekuria Negussie Yohannes , Abrham Asnake Angwach , Alamrie Asmare Zufan , Melak Fente Bezawit , Melkam Mamaru , Melaku Bezie Meklit , Atlaye Asebe Hiwot , Lemma Seifu Beminate 
Published: October 2024

Background
Sexual violence against women is a pervasive public health challenge and human rights violation, with global prevalence rates of approximately one in three women affected, notably prevalent in African countries. Understanding its multifaceted determinants is crucial for developing targeted intervention strategies. Thus, this study aimed to investigate factors associated with sexual violence against reproductive-age ever-married women in Ghana.

Methods
A weighted sample of 3,816 reproductive-age ever-married women from the 2022 Ghana Demographic and Health Survey (DHS) was included. To accommodate the hierarchical nature of the DHS data and the binary outcome variable ‘sexual violence’, a multilevel mixed-effect logistic regression model was employed. The deviance value was utilized for selecting the best-fitted model. In the multivariable multilevel binary logistic regression analysis, adjusted odds ratios (AORs) along with their respective 95% confidence intervals (CIs) were utilized to gauge the association strength, with statistical significance set at a p-value < 0.05.

Result
The prevalence of sexual violence was found to be 8.80% (95% CI: 7.94–9.74). Factors positively associated with sexual violence included women’s decision-making autonomy (AOR = 1.39, 95% CI: 1.08–1.74), husband/partner’s alcohol consumption (AOR = 3.88, 95% CI: 2.98–5.06), sex of household head (AOR = 1.31, 95% CI: 1.02–1.68), and justification of beating (AOR = 1.35, 95% CI: 1.01–1.81). Conversely, women’s age showed a negative association with sexual violence (AOR = 0.68, 95% CI: 0.48–0.98).

Conclusion
In conclusion, prioritizing initiatives that empower women in decision-making roles, provide support for those struggling with alcohol consumption, and raise awareness about its impact on interpersonal relationships and the risk of sexual violence is essential. Furthermore, addressing harmful gender norms, particularly those justifying violence, and considering demographic characteristics are vital components of comprehensive strategies to prevent and mitigate sexual violence.
Research on Global Citizenship Education in Asia: Conceptions, Perceptions, and Practice, Theresa Alviar-Martin and Mark C. Baildon (2021)
Authors: Chen Sicong 
Published: October 2024

Review of: Research on Global Citizenship Education in Asia: Conceptions, Perceptions, and Practice, Theresa Alviar-Martin and Mark C. Baildon (2021)
Charlotte, NC: Information Age Publishing, 243 pp.,
ISBN 978-1-64802-323-1, p/bk, $45.04
Energy Kingdoms: Oil and Political Survival in the Persian Gulf, Jim Krane (2019)
Authors: Matsuda Kazuto 
Published: October 2024

Review of: Energy Kingdoms: Oil and Political Survival in the Persian Gulf, Jim Krane (2019)
New York: Columbia University Press, 224 pp.,
ISBN 978-0-23117-930-0, h/bk, $34.00
Effect of Justicia insularis Leaf Extract and Fractions on Oxidative Stress Markers, Liver Function Parameters and Liver Histology of Plasmodium berghei -Infected Mice
Authors: Enyiekere Veronica James , Anagboso Martin Osita , Ise Uduak Peter , Essien Grace Emmanuel , Okokon Jude Efiom , Ebong Nwakaego Omonigho 
Published: October 2024

Justicia insularis (Family-Acanthaceae) is used in Ibibio ethnomedicine to treat malaria. The leaf extract and fractions of J. insularis were investigated for antioxidative stress and hepatoprotective activities in Plasmodium berghei-infected mice. The leaf extract (100-300 mg/kg, p.o.) exerted significant (p<0.05) antimalarial activity against P. berghei infection in curative test with ethyl acetate fraction demonstrating the highest activity. The extract/fractions treatment caused significant (p<0.05) reductions in liver enzymes (ALT, AST and ALP), total and conjugated bilirubin of the treated infected mice and also decreased significantly (p<0.05) total protein and albumin levels of the treated mice relative to control. The leaf extract and fractions further improved significantly (p<0.05) the levels of oxidative stress markers enzymes and molecules (CAT, GPx, GST, SOD) of the treated infected mice with no significant (p>0.05) effect on GSH. The MDA levels in the livers of the treated infected mice were significantly (p<0.05) reduced relative to control. Histology of liver sections revealed absence or significant reductions in pathological features in infected mice treated with leaf extract (100 mg/kg), DCM and ethyl acetate fractions compared to untreated infected mice. These results suggest that the leaf extract/fractions of Justicia insularis possess antioxidative stress and hepatoprotective potentials, which is an added advantage to its antimalarial property.
The Effect of Structural Transformation, Population, Labor Force Participation Rate, and Human Development Index Among Inequality in Kedungsepur Area in 2010-2019
Authors: Cahyani Nurindra , Robertus Mulyo Hendarto 
Published: October 2024

A faster development of secondary and tertiary sectors than primary sector indicates a structural transformation in KEDUNGSEPUR area. However, the diversity characteristic across regions in KEDUNGSEPUR area can causes inter-regions inequality. This study aims to determine the effect of structural transformation, population, labor force participation rate, and human development index among inequality in KEDUNGSEPUR area in 2010-2019. Analysis data on this study using panel data regression analysis with a fixed effect model. Result shows that the population variable significantly affects inequality in KEDUNGSEPUR area, while the structural transformation, labor force participation rate and human development index do not affect inequality in KEDUNGSEPUR area. However, the variables of structural transformation, population size, labor force participation rate and the human development index equally affect inequality in KEDUNGSEPUR area. Keywords:Structural Transformation, Population, Labor Force Participation Rate, Human Development Index, and Regional Inequality.
Pengaruh Jumlah Penduduk, Tenaga Kerja, Belanja Modal, dan Indeks Pembangunan Manusia Terhadap Pertumbuhan Ekonomi Kabupaten Semarang Tahun 2010-2020
Authors: Jati Salisna , Robertus Mulyo Hendarto 
Published: October 2024

Kabupaten Semarang merupakan salah satu wilayah kabupaten di Jawa Tengah. Secara lokasi Kabupaten Semarang berdekatan dengan Ibu Kota Jawa Tengah yaitu Kota Semarang. Pembangunan ekonomi di Kabupaten Semarang yang dapat mendorong perkembangan ekonomi daerah semakin maju diperlukan adanya terobosan yang mampu meningkatkan produksi, pendapatan, dan permintaan suatu daerah dengan beberapa faktor yang dapat mempengaruhi laju pertumbuhan ekonomi.Tujuan dari penelitian ini untuk menganalisis pengaruh jumlah penduduk, tenaga kerja, belanja modal, dan indeks pembangunan manusia terhadap pertumbuhan ekonomi di Kabupaten Semarang tahun 2010-2020. Penelitian ini menggunakan model regresi linear berganda dengan metode Ordinary Least Square (OLS) untuk mengetahui besarnya pengaruh variabel bebas terhadap variabel terikat.Hasil dari penelitian ini menunjukkan bahwa variabel jumlah penduduk dan belanja modal memberikan pengaruh positif dan signifikan. Selain itu, variabel tenaga kerja dan indeks pembangunan manusia memberikan pengaruh positif namun tidak signifikan terhadap pertumbuhan ekonomi di Kabupaten Semarang. Kata kunci: jumlah penduduk, tenaga kerja, belanja modal, indeks pembangunan manusia, dan pertumbuhan ekonomi.
Marriage Parties, Rules, and Contract Expressions in Qur’an Translations: A Critical Analysis
Authors: AbuAlkheir Haneen , Farghal Mohammed , Haider Ahmad S. 
Published: October 2024

Abstract
Marriage is one of many important topics discussed in the Qur’an and is a vital component of the customs and traditions of every community. This study aims to qualitatively investigate the procedures employed by classical and recent translators in rendering Qur’anic marriage expressions into English and see whether there has been improvement in tackling them. The collected data consists of a set of marriage expressions that are critically analyzed from a translational perspective. Eight famed English translations from 1930 to 2015, which are trustworthy and easily accessible, are examined, along with three exegesis. They are unlike other earlier translations of the seventeenth and eighteenth centuries that were done by non-Muslims who had little knowledge or no background Islam and were often criticized for biased and erroneous content. The results reveal that both classical and recent translators offer successful renditions in some cases, but they fail to do so in several cases due to hurdles involving lexical and cultural gaps, as well as figurative usage. Although workable formal equivalence should remain a priority, paraphrase, transliteration, footnoting, or combinations of them need to be considered when formal equivalence falters. Further, the results show that there has not been any noticeable improvement in this area from classical to recent translations. The differences between them mainly involve lexical variation only, apart from conceptual emendations. The study recommends that Qur’an translation be conducted by an expert team, rather than one individual, whose members must have high language and cultural competence in both languages, have solid religious and cultural background in Qur’anic discourse, consult authoritative exegeses, and have adequate knowledge of translation strategies and procedures.
Effect of diatomaceous earth on diamondback moth, Plutella xylostella (Lepidoptera: Plutellidae), larval feeding and survival on cabbage
Authors: Furuya Amanda M. , Beuzelin Julien , Turechek William W. , Smith Hugh A. 
Published: October 2024

Abstract
The diamondback moth, Plutella xylostella L. (Lepidoptera: Plutellidae), is a key pest of Brassicaceae. Chemical insecticides are the main method used for P. xylostella management, however, the moth has developed resistance to many insecticides, including biological agents such as Bacillus thuringiensis Berliner (Bacillales: Bacillaceae) (Bt) products. Alternative methods need to be adopted to reduce reliance on insecticides. Diatomaceous earth (DE) is a silica powder that kills arthropods by damaging the lipid layer of the epicuticle and causing water loss. The objective of this study was to assess the effect of DE alone and in combination with Bt insecticides by recording mortality and feeding of P. xylostella larvae to determine if the addition of DE to Bt products improved Bt performance. Seven P. xylostella populations (a susceptible laboratory colony and six field colonies) were subjected to seven treatments: DE alone, B.t. kurstaki Berliner and B.t. aizawai Luthy alone and in combination with DE, emamectin benzoate 5G (commercial standard), and untreated control. Two types of bioassays were conducted. A leaf dip method was used to evaluate the effect of exposure to the treatments once the material had dried on the leaf substrate, and the Potter spray tower method was used to evaluate the effect of direct contact of treatments on P. xylostella larvae. DE alone increased P. xylostella mortality compared to untreated controls in four out of seven populations in leaf dip bioassays. DE did not significantly reduce leaf consumption when used alone or in combination with Bt treatments. There was no evidence of DE improving Bt performance. DE showed moderate effectiveness in increasing mortality of some Florida populations of P. xylostella under laboratory conditions. This suggests that its impact under field circumstances may be worthy of further investigation.
Secrecy and performance analysis of dual hop FSO-RF system using differential chaos shift keying
Authors: Narang Ghanishtha , Aggarwal Mona 
Published: October 2024

Abstract
Free space optical (FSO) communication system is a promising candidate for day-to-day progressing networks because of its potential advantages such as, large bandwidth, line-of-sight communication, non-licensed spectrum, high data rates and many more. Relay-assisted communication provides an additional hike to the system’s performance by expanding its coverage range, enhancing data rates, capacity and mitigating the effect of turbulence. In this manuscript, FSO-radio frequency (RF) dual hop system is considered using decode and forward (DF) relaying protocol. Furthermore, chaotic signals are incorporated in the proposed system to enhance their confidentiality using differential chaos shift keying (DCSK). This is demonstrated by performing secrecy analysis of the proposed system. Here, it is assumed that FSO link experiences Gamma-Gamma turbulence along with pointing errors while RF link experiences Nakagami-m fading. The probability of error of the proposed system is analyzed, and the results indicated huge gain in the SNR requirements in FSO-RF-DCSK system. Also, secrecy analysis is performed using secrecy outage probability (SOP) as a metric for the proposed system. The findings are noteworthy as FSO-RF-DCSK system presents superior performance in terms of secrecy.
Noteworthy records of survival, longevity, and recruitment in a key area for jaguars in Western Mexico
Authors: Monterrubio-Rico Tiberio C. , López-Ortiz Eduardo I. , Núñez-Landa Leticia , Soto Gerardo , Charre-Medellín Juan F. 
Published: October 2024

Abstract
The information such as survival, longevity, or recruitment is relatively unknown for most jaguar populations. Herein, we present results from an assessment performed from March through May 2023 in a region where jaguars were assessed during the 2010–2016 period. Jaguars persisted, and a female registered during 2014 survived for nine years with a free-living longevity estimated at 11–12 years. This evidence indicates the region as important for habitat restoration and the establishment of a jaguar sanctuary in Michoacan.
Genossenschaftliche Gaststätten – Ergebnisse einer Gründer*innenbefragung
Authors: Moldenhauer Joschka 
Published: October 2024

Zusammenfassung
Dieser Beitrag präsentiert die Ergebnisse einer Umfrage unter Gründer*innen genossenschaftlicher Gaststätten. Die Studie gewährt detaillierte Einblicke in die Beweggründe für die Gründung sowie in die Eignung der genossenschaftlichen Rechtsform für solche Betriebe. Darüber hinaus werden Probleme, Hürden und fördernde Faktoren während des Gründungsprozesses beleuchtet. Die genossenschaftliche Rechtsform zeigt sich dabei als geeignetes Instrument für eine engagierte Zivilgesellschaft, um einerseits traditionelle Gaststättenbetriebe vor der Schließung zu retten und andererseits gelebte Demokratie und ein gelingendes Miteinander zu fördern. Die erfolgreiche Umsetzung erfordert jedoch bestimmte Voraussetzungen, darunter ein gut aufeinander abgestimmtes Team, die Integration in bestehende Netzwerke, spezifische Eigenschaften der Gründungspersonen sowie ein durchdachtes Unternehmenskonzept.
Morphologie und Typologie kulturgenossenschaftlicher Geschäftsmodelle
Authors: Blome-Drees Johannes , Beideck Julia , Thimm Philipp 
Published: October 2024

Zusammenfassung
Kulturgenossenschaftliche Geschäftsmodelle gestalten sich in der Praxis unterschiedlich aus. Unter Anwendung der morphologisch-typologischen Methode wird diese Vielfalt im vorliegenden Beitrag zunächst morphologisch ausdifferenziert, sodann typologisiert und anhand von real existierenden kulturgenossenschaftlichen Geschäftsmodellen beispielhaft dargestellt. Auf diese Weise liefert der Beitrag neue Erkenntnisse im Rahmen der Forschung zu Kulturgenossenschaften und adressiert zugleich die kulturgenossenschaftliche Praxis, indem die Ergebnisse die Adaption bestehender oder die Gestaltung zukünftiger kulturgenossenschaftlicher Geschäftsmodelle unterstützen können.
Special issue: Papers from ICEA After the Pandemic Conference Series, Fall 2021
Authors: Konieczny Jerzy (Jurek) 
Published: October 2024

Papers in the special issue were presented at five conferences in the After the Pandemic Conference Series, organized by the International Centre for Economic Analysis (ICEA), for which the Review is the official journal, and held online between October 29, 2021 and December 10, 2021. The list of the conferences in the series is at the end of the introduction.