bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
The Most Socially Vulnerable Patients Benefit the Most Following Gender Affirming Facial Surgery
Authors: Parikh Neil , Hu Kevin G. , Ihnat Jacqueline M. , Allam Omar , Diatta Fortunay , Rancu Albert L. , Wood Sasha , Flores-Pérez Paula , Persing John A. , Alperovich Michael 
Published: October 2024

Objective:
While studies have shown that access to facial feminization surgery can be restricted by financial and geographic limitations, there is a lack of information on the impact of surgery on the most vulnerable patients. Therefore, this study assessed the impact of social vulnerability and neighborhood socioeconomic disadvantage on patient-reported outcomes after facial feminization surgery.

Methods:
Patients were surveyed pre and postoperatively using the FACE-Q Aesthetics Questionnaire and geo-coded using home addresses to obtain social vulnerability index (SVI) and Area Deprivation Index scores. Two sets of Pearson correlation values were calculated: (1) between SVI scores and each of the pre and postoperative FACE-Q modules and (2) between SVI scores and differences between pre and postoperative FACE-Q modules. Univariate linear regression analyses were performed for the latter. All analyses were repeated for Area Deprivation Index scores.

Results:
Twenty patients participated in this study. Postoperative facial appearance satisfaction positively correlated with total SVI (r = 0.48, P = 0.031), socioeconomic status theme (r=0.47, P=0.037), and racial and ethnic minority theme (r = 0.48, P = 0.031) scores. The difference between pre and postoperative facial appearance satisfaction positively correlated with total SVI (coefficient = 37.40, r = 0.47, P = 0.035), racial and ethnic minority theme (coefficient = 44.00, r = 0.46, P = 0.040), and housing type and transportation theme (coefficient = 46.97, r = 0.46, P = 0.042) scores.

Conclusion:
Patients impacted by greater social vulnerability disproportionally experience the greatest benefit from gender-affirming facial surgery.
Helicobacter pylori Isolate from Endoscopy Examined Patients in Bahir Dar, North West Ethiopia
Authors: Erkihun Mulat , Chanie Desalegn Nigatu , Siraj Yesuf Adem 
Published: October 2024

Background: The Helicobacter pylori infection is highly prevalent throughout the world and causes gastric-associated diseases. Its microbial niche is the stomach, where it causes different abnormalities while being observed. As a result, the current study sought to determine the magnitude and effects of Helicobacter pylori in patients who underwent endoscopic examination.
Method: An institution-based cross-sectional study was conducted from January to May 2019 at endoscopy service-providing health institutions. Socio-demographic and clinical data were collected using a pretested, structured questionnaire. Gastric biopsies were collected according to the Sydney protocol during endoscopic procedures and immediately inoculated into brain-heart infusion broth and sub cultured. Then after phenotypic bacterial identification was done. The collected data were, entered, cleaned and analyzed using SPSS version 23. The descriptive statistics was employed for logistic regression model was used to determine crude odds ratio (COR) and adjusted odds ratio (AOR). Then AOR was interpreted with a 95% confidence interval and a significance level less than 0.05.
Result: Among the 135 study participants, 59.3% were males and 40.7% were females, with a mean age of 45 years old. The proportion of Helicobacter pylori isolated was 17.8% (24/135). The majority of isolates (71% of 17/24) were from males, while only 29% of 7/24) were from females. Isolation of Helicobacter pylori was significantly associated with a high salt intake habit [AOR = 3.3, 95% CI = (1.5, 10.8), P = 0.04] and the presence of a duodenal ulcer [AOR = 3.8, 95% CI = (1.2, 11.9), P = 0.02. The highest proportion of Helicobacter pylori had been observed in patients with atrophic pan gastritis.
Conclusion: The prevalence of Helicobacter pylori isolated from the study participants was relatively lower. High salt intake and the presence of duodenal ulcers are significantly associated with Helicobacter pylori infection.
Knowledge, Attitude, and Practice of Birth Preparedness and Complication Readiness among women attending Antenatal Clinic in Enugu Metropolis
Authors: Tony-Igwe Chisom , Kingsley Udeani , Nnenna Udeichi , Elina Ugwu 
Published: October 2024

AbstractIntroductionHigh maternal mortality is a major problem in the developing world.Ill birth preparedness and complication readiness is the major single most important cause of maternal mortality in developing countries in Africa, of which Nigeria is one of the populous. This study aims to assess the level of Birth Preparedness and Complication Readiness[BPCR] among pregnant mothers attending antenatal clinic in ESUTH Parklane - the teaching hospital in Enugu Metropolis.MethodsThis was a questionnaire based cross-sectional descriptive study on the knowledge, attitude and practice of birth preparedness and complication readiness among pregnant women who attend antenatal care clinic in ESUT Teaching Hospital Parklane.Inclusion criteriaPregnant mothersThose willing to participateThose available at the time of data collection.Exclusion criteriaThose not present on the day of examination.Those unwilling to participate.ResultsOur study showed that 81.8% of respondent has heard about birth preparedness and complication readiness.The study showed that the highest number of respondent first heard about birth preparedness and complication readiness from antenatal services (61.1%), followed by health workers (20.8%) then social media (11.6%).The respondent had a knowledge of at least one danger signs of which vaginal bleeding was ranking the highest in pregnancy (61.4%), childbirth (43.6%) and post partum (46.6%) followed by foul smelling vaginal discharge (10.6%), (6.8%), and (7.6%) respectively and other symptoms. A vast majority of the population felt that birth preparedness and complication readiness was important (93.2%), with many pointing out that they would preferred to come to antenatal care(89%) as against staying at home or going to work, the compliance level of these women to regular antenatal care visits is (94.7%) and many more complaint with routine drugs(92.8%).91.3% are prepared for the birth of the child, with majority having happy emotions (83%) towards the pregnancy. Spouse support was (95.5%).ConclusionKnowledge of birth preparedness is very high among the study population.High level of spouse involvement in our study population and compliance to antenatal visits and routine drugs, good antenatal services, stable financial income, family size and outcome of previous pregnancies affects level of preparation and complication readiness and should lead to good pregnancy outcome, improved family health, increase living status and reduced maternal and infant mortality rate.
TOMM40-APOE chimera linking Alzheimer’s highest risk genes: a new pathway for mitochondria regulation and APOE4 pathogenesis
Authors: Xu Jinglei , Duan Jingqi , Cai Zhiqiang , Arai Chie , Di Chao , Venters Christopher C. , Xu Jian , Jones Maura , So Byung-Ran , Dreyfuss Gideon 
Published: October 2024

SummaryThe patho-mechanism of apolipoprotein variant, APOE4, the strongest genetic risk for late-onset Alzheimer’s disease (AD) and longevity, remains unclear. APOE’s neighboring gene, TOMM40 (mitochondria protein transport channel), is associated with brain trauma outcome and aging-related cognitive decline, however its role in AD APOE4-independently is controversial. We report that TOMM40 is prone to transcription readthrough into APOE that can generate spliced TOMM40-APOE mRNA chimera (termed T9A2) detected in human neurons and other cells and tissues. T9A2 translation tethers APOE (normal APOE3 or APOE4) to near-full-length TOM40 that is targeted to mitochondria. Importantly, T9A2-APOE3 boosts mitochondrial bioenergetic capacity and decreases oxidative stress significantly more than T9A2-APOE4 and APOE3, and lacking in APOE4. We describe detailed interactomes of these actors that may inform about the activities and roles in pathogenesis. T9A2 uncovers a new candidate pathway for mitochondria regulation and oxidative stress-protection that are impaired in APOE4 genotypes and could initiate neurodegeneration.
Hidden charm decays of
Y(4626)
in a
Ds*+Ds1(2536)−
molecular frame
Authors: Yue Zi-Li , Pan Yue , Chen Dian-Yong 
Published: October 2024

In this work, we investigate the hidden charm decays properties of Y(4626), where Y(4626) is assigned as a S−wave Ds*+Ds1(2536)− molecular state with JPC=1−−. The partial widths of the processes Y(4626)→J/ψη, J/ψη′, ηcϕ, and χcJϕ,(J={0,1,2}) are estimated by employing the effective Lagrangian approach. The present estimations indicate that the partial widths of the J/ψη and J/ψη′ channels are of the order of 1 MeV, while the one of χc1ϕ is of the order of 0.1 MeV. Thus, we propose to further examine the molecular interpretation of Y(4626) by searching it in the cross sections for the e+e−→J/ψη(′) processes, which should be accessible by the BES III and Belle II.

Published by the American Physical Society
2024
Nonperturbative determination of the
N=1
supersymmetric Yang-Mills gluino condensate at large
N
Authors: Bonanno Claudio , Butti Pietro , García Pérez Margarita , González-Arroyo Antonio , Ishikawa Ken-Ichi , Okawa Masanori 
Published: October 2024

We present the first nonperturbative large N calculation of the N=1 supersymmetric SU(N) Yang-Mills gluino condensate obtained by means of numerical simulations of the lattice-discretized theory, exploiting large-N twisted volume reduction. We present two different determinations based, respectively, on the Banks-Casher formula and on the Gell-Mann–Oakes–Renner relation, both giving perfectly consistent results. By expressing the lattice results in the Novikov-Shifman-Vainshtein-Zakharov (NSVZ) scheme, we are able for the first time to compare numerical and analytic computations. Our most accurate determination of the renormalization group invariant (RGI) gluino condensate gives ΣRGI/ΛNSVZ3=[1.18(08)stat(12)syst]3=1.64(33)stat(50)syst=1.64(60), in agreement with the N dependence and the value predicted by the weak coupling instanton-based approach ΣRGI/ΛNSVZ3=1.

Published by the American Physical Society
2024
Evaluating the impact of the new environmental regulations on airlines’ business results
Authors: Jaume Jose , Alonso Gustavo , Benito Arturo 
Published: October 2024

Purpose
In a highly competitive scenario, such as today’s airline business, changes in the regulatory framework may produce important variations in the airlines’ results. An example is the introduction of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) mandates to help air transport decarbonization. The airlines’ break–even curve provides a useful tool to evaluate the competitive position among airlines and to assess and address the cost impact due to the new regulatory environment. The purpose of this paper is to evaluate the impact of new environmental regulations on airlines’ business results to achieve air transport decarbonization.

Design/methodology/approach
Based on the break–even curve and the relationship between fuel cost increment and fuel cost related to the airlines’ operating expenses, the unit cost increment due to SAF introduction is obtained for several scenarios of SAF prices and different airlines.

Findings
In many cases, we find that using 100% SAF with prices beyond 1.5 times the present fuel price generates losses: it is not feasible if it is not possible to transfer SAF price to passenger fares due to demand elasticity.

Originality/value
The novelty of this approach is the application of a rationale method to accurately determine the impact of several scenarios of SAF prices on airlines’ business results. This approach also provides a sound and compelling basis to argue before Environmental Regulation Authorities based on facts and figures. This paper is of use and value to airlines, the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO), the International Air Transport Association (IATA), practitioners and academics.
Indian human capital index: cross states disparity
Authors: Mundra Sheetal , Sharma Jaishree , Patro Archana 
Published: October 2024

PurposeHuman capital is an essential element for sustainability in the knowledge economy. Human capital index (HCI) is a measure of the quantity and quality of education, health and survival components of the human capital of a country or a region. This study aims to calculate HCI for 28 states and seven union territories of India and explore disparity among these on different HCI indicators.Design/methodology/approachThe World Bank methodology is used to calculate survival and education components of the HCI whereas, health component is based on secondary data due to data limitations. Based on control charts of mean with three sigma limits, the performance of each state and union territory is assessed for a given HCI parameter and classified as good, average or below average.FindingsFor survival parameter of HCI, 10 states are above average limit, 10 are within the average limit and 15 states are below the average limit. Contrary, 15 states are within the average limit in the education parameter of HCI. The states are almost equally divided in all the three categories for health parameter of HCI. Overall, Kerala tops the list, but Uttar Pradesh and Bihar have the worst performance in all three parameters of HCI.Originality/valueThis attempt to identify disparity in state wise HCI is a significant contribution that can guide policymakers to formulate effective and specific policies that are inclusive of different perspectives and promote country’s growth.
Evaluating the influence of information and communication technology and the BRICS in South African trade dynamics: a gravity model approach
Authors: Azu Nnanna P. , Adekalu Samuel O. , Isa Yusuf , Chiadikobi Joshua O. 
Published: October 2024

Purpose
This study aims to assess how South African membership to the Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa (BRICS) has influenced its traded sector. It also evaluated information and communication technology (ICT) as an instrument for enhancing bilateral trade.

Design/methodology/approach
ICT was captured from three perspectives: mobile technology, internet usage and fixed telephones. It was integrated into an augmented gravity equation as a trade cost. The study covered 27 years and 181 South African trading partners. Estimation was done using the Poisson pseudo maximum likelihood estimation technique and the implementation of exporter-year and importer-year fixed effects.

Findings
It was revealed that mobile phone and fixed telephone subscriptions improve import and export by 4.66% and 1.79%, respectively, while the internet penetration rate negates export and import by 13.4% and 5.89%, respectively. However, it further demonstrates that the internet penetration rate and fixed telephone subscription reduced the negative impact of distance by 7.26% and 1.15% for export. ICT performed better when South Africa only traded with the BRICS countries. The report also shows an encouraging BRICS effect on South African bilateral trade with the bloc.

Practical implications
The study highlights that BRICS membership significantly boosts South Africa’s bilateral trade, which encourages new African memberships, while also emphasising the role of ICT in mitigating the negative impact of distance. Policymakers should enhance mobile phone and fixed telephone infrastructures to improve imports and exports, respectively, and strategically manage internet penetration to maximise the benefits of BRICS economic cooperation.

Originality/value
The study evaluated the influence of South Africa’s BRICS membership and how ICT variables interact with distance to mitigate its effects on trade. This provides a nuanced understanding of ICT’s unique impact on South Africa’s bilateral trade, offering valuable insights for policymakers to enhance trade performance and leverage BRICS economic cooperation effectively.
The determining factors of demand for life insurance: PLS method applied to the case of OECD and MENA countries
Authors: Nasri Ines , Bouzir Aida , Benhadj Mbarek Mohamed Hédi , Benammou Saloua 
Published: October 2024

PurposeThis article provides a comparative analysis of the relationship between insurance and economic growth in the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) and Middle East and North Africa (MENA) regions. The research aims to understand how insurance impacts economic growth in these two regions, highlighting the similarities and differences between them.Design/methodology/approachThe study analyzes economic and insurance data from various countries in the OECD and MENA regions over a specific period. It employs the statistical method of Partial Least Squares (PLS) univariate regression to examine the relationships between the variables.FindingsThe study finds a positive correlation between insurance and economic growth in both regions, though the characteristics and mechanisms differ. In the OECD region, where insurance markets are more developed, insurance is strongly linked to economic growth. In contrast, the MENA region, with lower levels of insurance and a less developed industry, still shows a positive effect of insurance on economic growth. The article also identifies factors specific to the OECD and MENA regions that influence this relationship, such as insurance industry regulation, access to financial services, economic and political stability and cultural and institutional differences.Originality/valueThe originality of this research lies in its use of the PLS regression method, setting it apart from previous studies in the same field that have typically relied on other econometric techniques.
3D printed polymers for transseptal puncture simulation
Authors: Buonamici Francesco , Stomaci Tommaso , Carfagni Monica 
Published: October 2024

Purpose
This study aims to examine the efficacy of 3D printing polymers to realistically mimic the fossa ovalis (FO) – a cardiac structure that is positioned in the interatrial septum – for simulating transseptal puncture (TP) procedures.

Design/methodology/approach
Specimen of different materials and thicknesses were prepared and tested simulating the puncturing of the FO using a 12F ID/14F OD TP catheter. Force and tenting length results were compared with literature references. Scanning electron microscope images of the specimen were acquired to observe the perforated region as well as the structure of the specimen in the unaffected area.

Findings
Significant changes in the properties of interest were registered for the same material on specimens tested at different moments after fabrication. Suturable vessel wall polyjet material offers the best characteristics to replicate FO anatomy and mimic its behavior to puncturing.

Originality/value
The originality of the work lies in the test of different commercial materials. Similar works are already present in literature but specifically designed materials are used. Demonstrating that off-the-shelf materials could be viable for FO specimens would simplify the design of realistic TP simulators in the future.
Do employee responses to CSR enhance career adaptability? A study on the service sector in Vietnam
Authors: Nguyen Hong Quan , Ha Phuong Thao , Doan Thi Thu Huong 
Published: October 2024

Purpose
This empirical study aims to investigate how employee responses to corporate social responsibility (CSR) (i.e. perception of and participation in CSR initiatives) can affect career adaptability in the Vietnamese service industry. Furthermore, the mediating mechanism of psychological capital (PsyCap) and the moderating role of moral identity are explored in this relationship.

Design/methodology/approach
The target population for this study includes employees working for service enterprises in which CSR practices are conducted, such as tourism, hospitality, retail, education and others in Vietnam. The data from 685 responses were analyzed for measurement model analysis and structural model analysis using SPSS, AMOS and SmartPLS.

Findings
The findings of this study reveal that CSR perception and CSR participation have significant positive effects on career adaptability through PsyCap. This study also confirms that the positive association between CSR perception and PsyCap is more pronounced among employees with a higher level of internalized moral identity and symbolic moral identity.

Research limitations/implications
The collection of data involving multiple dimensions at once did not allow the study to accurately assess the effect of variables over time. Further studies that want to look closely at the impact of perception of and participation in CSR should collect data longitudinally and follow up the target sample over a period of time. Besides, moral identity is a context-dependent construct associated with various social and cultural institutions. Meanwhile, Western moral identity emphasizes individual-oriented morality; Eastern cultures consider a socially oriented person to be highly moral; therefore, this study’s findings might not be appropriate for Western culture. To enrich the existing CSR framework, future studies may attempt to unveil the intervening mechanism of other psychological factors, such as psychological safety, or explore the predictions for other career-related outcomes, such as career satisfaction in the CSR context. Finally, both CB-SEM and PLS-SEM methods can be combined to analyze complex models, especially high-order models.

Practical implications
By leveraging influence processes within the model, service managers can foster human resource development in the workplace by raising the active involvement of employees in CSR activities.

Originality/value
This research enriches the literature on CSR and employee-related outcomes by formulating a conceptual model focusing on employee responses to CSR as key antecedents. This study also contributes to the existing understanding of the CSR context by empirically investigating micro-level CSR in an emerging economy like Vietnam.
Influence of corporate social responsibility, green practices and organizational politics on sustainable business performance: the importance of employee pro-environmental behavior
Authors: Danish Rizwan Qaiser , Ali Muhammad , Baker Marzena , Islam Ranjita 
Published: October 2024

Purpose
Institutional pressures, increased competition and environmental changes demand sustainable business performance. Using the lens of stakeholder theory, this study aims to explore the simultaneous relationships of corporate social responsibility (CSR), green practices and perceived organizational politics (POP) with sustainable business performance, incorporating employee pro-environmental behavior (EPB) as a moderator.

Design/methodology/approach
Using a cross-sectional research design, data were collected via a survey of employees (n = 422) from across industries.

Findings
Based on hierarchical regression analyses, the findings support stakeholder theory by showing that CSR and green practices positively affect sustainable business performance. The findings also extend stakeholder theory by showing that the CSR-sustainable business performance relationship is moderated by EPB.

Practical implications
The study has practical implications for leaders, managers and supervisors in managing CSR and green practices for sustainable business performance and managing EPB to capitalize on the benefits of CSR.

Originality/value
This study assesses the previously untested simultaneous effects of CSR, green practices and POP on sustainable company performance and the moderating effect of EPB.