bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Simulated herbivory in chickpea causes rapid changes in defense pathways and hormonal transcription networks of JA/ethylene/GA/auxin within minutes of wounding
Authors: Pandey Saurabh Prakash , Srivastava Shruti , Goel Ridhi , Lakhwani Deepika , Singh Priya , Asif Mehar Hasan , Sane Aniruddha P. 
Published: March 2017

AbstractChickpea (C. arietinum L.) is an important pulse crop in Asian and African countries that suffers significant yield losses due to attacks by insects like H. armigera. To obtain insights into early responses of chickpea to insect attack, a transcriptomic analysis of chickpea leaves just 20 minutes after simulated herbivory was performed, using oral secretions of H. armigera coupled with mechanical wounding. Expression profiles revealed differential regulation of 8.4% of the total leaf transcriptome with 1334 genes up-regulated and 501 down-regulated upon wounding at log2-fold change (|FC| ≤ −1 and ≥1) and FDR value ≤ 0.05. In silico analysis showed the activation of defenses through up-regulation of genes of the phenylpropanoid pathway, pathogenesis, oxidases and CYTP450 besides differential regulation of kinases, phosphatases and transcription factors of the WRKY, MYB, ERFs, bZIP families. A substantial change in the regulation of hormonal networks was observed with up-regulation of JA and ethylene pathways and suppression of growth associated hormone pathways like GA and auxin within 20 minutes of wounding. Secondary qPCR comparison of selected genes showed that oral secretions often increased differential expression relative to mechanical damage alone. The studies provide new insights into early wound responses in chickpea.
Translation and modification
Authors: Xiao Jiayan , Huang Guowen 
Published: March 2017

Abstract
Both phonemic transliteration and semantic translation have been widely used in translating the names of characters in literary works. Nonetheless, discussion as to which of them is more appropriate continues. An investigation of the English translation of characters’ names in the Chinese classics Hong Lou Meng has suggested that either phonemic transliteration or semantic translation is reluctantly accompanied by some modification from the originals due to cultural and literary contextual constraints. Many of the past studies have reviewed the cultural context for explaining and considering the merits of each, though the literary angle has sometimes been disregarded. The case study of the translation by D. Hawkes has provided insight into that cultural context was not the only one that mediated the translation of names, instead the literary context acted in much the same way.
Robots Showing Emotions
Authors: Angel-Fernandez Julian M. , Bonarini Andrea 
Published: March 2017

Abstract
Robots should be able to represent emotional states to interact with people as social agents. There are cases where robots cannot have bio-inspired bodies, for instance because the task to be performed requires a special shape, as in the case of home cleaners, package carriers, and many others. In these cases, emotional states have to be represented by exploiting movements of the body. In this paper, we present a set of case studies aimed at identifying speciﬁc values to convey emotion trough changes in linear and angular velocities, which might be applied on different non-anthropomorphic bodies. This work originates from some of the most considered emotion expression theories and from emotion coding for people. We show that people can recognize some emotional expressions better than others, and we propose some directions to express emotions exploiting only bio-neutral movement.
Long-term evaluation of a social robot in real homes
Authors: de Graaf Maartje M. A. , Ben Allouch Somaya , van Dijk Jan A. G. M. 
Published: March 2017

AbstractThis study aims to contribute to emerging human-robot interaction research by adding longitudinal findings to a limited number of long-term social robotics home studies. We placed 70 robots in users’ homes for a period of up to six months, and used questionnaires and interviews to collect data at six points during this period. Results indicate that users’ evaluations of the robot dropped initially, but later rose after the robot had been used for a longer period of time. This is congruent with the so-called mere-exposure effect, which shows an increasing positive evaluation of a novel stimulus once people become familiar with it. Before adoption, users focus on control beliefs showing that previous experiences with robots or other technologies allows to create a mental image of what having and using a robot in the home would entail. After adoption, users focus on utilitarian and hedonic attitudes showing that especially usefulness, social presence, enjoyment and attractiveness are important factors for long-term acceptance.
Report on the consultative committee for photometry and radiometry key comparison of regular spectral transmittance 2010 (CCPR-K6.2010)
Authors: Koo Annette 
Published: March 2017

This report details the final results of the CCPR comparison on regular spectral transmittance carried out between 2010 and 2016. Scales held by 12 participating national metrology institutes were compared over the spectral range from 380 nm to 1000 nm and over the nominal transmittance range from 0.1% transmittance to 90% transmittance. Sets of five absorbing neutral density filters (nominal transmittance 0.1%, 1%, 10%, 50% and 90%) were measured firstly by the pilot (MSL) and then were sent out in a 'star' format, one to each other participant (A*STAR, KRISS, LNE-CNAM, MKEH, NIST, NMIJ, NMISA, NPL, NRC, PTB, VNIIOFI). This cycle was repeated twice and followed by a final measurement at the pilot. The stability of the filters allowed unilateral degrees of equivalence to be calculated for each participant. These showed that the scales held by the participants are broadly equivalent. The results indicate scope for some participants to improve their measurement claims. Where occasional non-equivalence was revealed, some revision of uncertainty budgets may also be required.

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To reach the main text of this paper, click on Final Report. Note that this text is that which appears in Appendix B of the BIPM key comparison database kcdb.bipm.org/.
The final report has been peer-reviewed and approved for publication by the CCPR, according to the provisions of the CIPM Mutual Recognition Arrangement (CIPM MRA).
Advanced Study of Unsteady Heat and Chemical Reaction with Ramped Wall and Slip Effect on a Viscous Fluid
Authors: Sohail Ayesha , Maqbool K. , Akbar Noreen Sher , Younas Muhammad 
Published: March 2017

Abstract

This paper investigate the effect of slip boundary condition, thermal radiation, heat source, Dufour number, chemical reaction and viscous dissipation on heat and mass transfer of unsteady free convective MHD flow of a viscous fluid past through a vertical plate embedded in a porous media. Numerical results are obtained for solving the nonlinear governing momentum, energy and concentration equations with slip boundary condition, ramped wall temperature and ramped wall concentration on the surface of the vertical plate. The influence of emerging parameters on velocity, temperature and concentration fields are shown graphically.
Ornamentalism in a European Context? Napoleon’s Italian Coronation, 26 May 1805
Authors: Caiani Ambrogio A. 
Published: March 2017

Abstract
Napoleon’s Italian Coronation has been neglected, or at best consigned to a footnote, in historical scholarship. The ceremony involved immense expenditure and thousands of participants, but its true importance lay in the elusive—and somewhat confused—semiotic claims put forward by its organisers. The manner in which the events of May 1805 were choreographed reveals much about how French imperialists viewed their nascent Empire and their relationship with their northern Italian citizen-subjects. The argument put forward here is inspired by the concept of ‘ornamentalism’. While the realities of imperial brutality, cultural chauvinism and economic exploitation of conquered territories cannot be brushed under the carpet, the reverse side of this coin is also worthy of further investigation. Nowhere more than in the satellite kingdom of Italy did Napoleon seek to promote collaboration and local investment in his supranational empire. He rewarded, honoured and rallied his Lombard and Emilian officials in order to endow them with a sense that they belonged to, and benefited from membership of, the wider imperial community. The coronation in Milan, on 26 May 1805, was an important experiment in the creation of new hierarchies and elite affinities. Its mixed, though significant, legacy was continued, to a certain extent, by Napoleon’s Habsburg successors well into the first half of the nineteenth century.
Enhancing knowledge discovery from cancer genomics data with Galaxy
Authors: Albuquerque Marco A. , Grande Bruno M. , Ritch Elie J. , Pararajalingam Prasath , Jessa Selin , Krzywinski Martin , Grewal Jasleen K. , Shah Sohrab P. , Boutros Paul C. , Morin Ryan D. 
Published: March 2017

Abstract
The field of cancer genomics has demonstrated the power of massively parallel sequencing techniques to inform on the genes and specific alterations that drive tumor onset and progression. Although large comprehensive sequence data sets continue to be made increasingly available, data analysis remains an ongoing challenge, particularly for laboratories lacking dedicated resources and bioinformatics expertise. To address this, we have produced a collection of Galaxy tools that represent many popular algorithms for detecting somatic genetic alterations from cancer genome and exome data. We developed new methods for parallelization of these tools within Galaxy to accelerate runtime and have demonstrated their usability and summarized their runtimes on multiple cloud service providers. Some tools represent extensions or refinement of existing toolkits to yield visualizations suited to cohort-wide cancer genomic analysis. For example, we present Oncocircos and Oncoprintplus, which generate data-rich summaries of exome-derived somatic mutation. Workflows that integrate these to achieve data integration and visualizations are demonstrated on a cohort of 96 diffuse large B-cell lymphomas and enabled the discovery of multiple candidate lymphoma-related genes. Our toolkit is available from our GitHub repository as Galaxy tool and dependency definitions and has been deployed using virtualization on multiple platforms including Docker.
Genome sequencing of the sweetpotato whitefly Bemisia tabaci MED/Q
Authors: Xie Wen , Chen Chunhai , Yang Zezhong , Guo Litao , Yang Xin , Wang Dan , Chen Ming , Huang Jinqun , Wen Yanan , Zeng Yang , Liu Yating , Xia Jixing , Tian Lixia , Cui Hongying , Wu Qingjun , Wang Shaoli , Xu Baoyun , Li Xianchun , Tan Xinqiu , Ghanim Murad , Qiu Baoli , Pan Huipeng , Chu Dong , Delatte Helene , Maruthi M. N. , Ge Feng , Zhou Xueping , Wang Xiaowei , Wan Fanghao , Du Yuzhou , Luo Chen , Yan Fengming , Preisser Evan L. , Jiao Xiaoguo , Coates Brad S. , Zhao Jinyang , Gao Qiang , Xia Jinquan , Yin Ye , Liu Yong , Brown Judith K. , Zhou Xuguo “Joe” , Zhang Youjun 
Published: March 2017

Abstract
The sweetpotato whitefly Bemisia tabaci is a highly destructive agricultural and ornamental crop pest. It damages host plants through both phloem feeding and vectoring plant pathogens. Introductions of B. tabaci are difficult to quarantine and eradicate because of its high reproductive rates, broad host plant range, and insecticide resistance. A total of 791 Gb of raw DNA sequence from whole genome shotgun sequencing, and 13 BAC pooling libraries were generated by Illumina sequencing using different combinations of mate-pair and pair-end libraries. Assembly gave a final genome with a scaffold N50 of 437 kb, and a total length of 658 Mb. Annotation of repetitive elements and coding regions resulted in 265.0 Mb TEs (40.3%) and 20 786 protein-coding genes with putative gene family expansions, respectively. Phylogenetic analysis based on orthologs across 14 arthropod taxa suggested that MED/Q is clustered into a hemipteran clade containing A. pisum and is a sister lineage to a clade containing both R. prolixus and N. lugens. Genome completeness, as estimated using the CEGMA and Benchmarking Universal Single-Copy Orthologs pipelines, reached 96% and 79%. These MED/Q genomic resources lay a foundation for future ‘pan-genomic' comparisons of invasive vs. noninvasive, invasive vs. invasive, and native vs. exotic Bemisia, which, in return, will open up new avenues of investigation into whitefly biology, evolution, and management.
Effect of radiation-induced endothelial cell injury on platelet regeneration by megakaryocytes
Authors: Chen Fang , Shen Mingqiang , Zeng Dongfeng , Wang Cheng , Wang Song , Chen Shilei , Tang Yong , Hu Mengjia , Chen Mo , Su Yongping , Ran Xinze , Xu Yang , Wang Junping 
Published: March 2017

Abstract
Thrombocytopenia is an important cause of hemorrhage and death after radiation injury, but the pathogenesis of radiation-induced thrombocytopenia has not been fully characterized. Here, we investigated the influence of radiation-induced endothelial cell injury on platelet regeneration. We found that human umbilical vein endothelial cells (HUVECs) underwent a high rate of apoptosis, accompanied by a significant reduction in the expression of vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF) at 96 h after radiation. Subsequent investigations revealed that radiation injury lowered the ability of HUVECs to attract migrating megakaryocytes (MKs). Moreover, the adhesion of MKs to HUVECs was markedly reduced when HUVECs were exposed to radiation, accompanied by a decreased production of platelets by MKs. In vivo study showed that VEGF treatment significantly promoted the migration of MKs into the vascular niche and accelerated platelet recovery in irradiated mice. Our studies demonstrate that endothelial cell injury contributes to the slow recovery of platelets after radiation, which provides a deeper insight into the pathogenesis of thrombocytopenia induced by radiation.
Cosmic microwave background science at commercial airline altitudes
Authors: Feeney Stephen M. , Gudmundsson Jon E. , Peiris Hiranya V. , Verde Licia , Errard Josquin 
Published: March 2017

Abstract
Obtaining high-sensitivity measurements of degree-scale cosmic microwave background (CMB) polarization is the most direct path to detecting primordial gravitational waves. Robustly recovering any primordial signal from the dominant foreground emission will require high-fidelity observations at multiple frequencies, with excellent control of systematics. We explore the potential for a new platform for CMB observations, the Airlander 10 hybrid air vehicle, to perform this task. We show that the Airlander 10 platform, operating at commercial airline altitudes, is well suited to mapping frequencies above 220 GHz, which are critical for cleaning CMB maps of dust emission. Optimizing the distribution of detectors across frequencies, we forecast the ability of Airlander 10 to clean foregrounds of varying complexity as a function of altitude, demonstrating its complementarity with both existing (Planck) and ongoing (C-BASS) foreground observations. This novel platform could play a key role in defining our ultimate view of the polarized microwave sky.
Spontaneous Bilateral Carotid-Cavernous Fistulas Secondary to Cavernous Sinus Thrombosis
Authors: Al-Mufti Fawaz , Amuluru Krishna , El-Ghanem Mohammad , Changa Abhinav R. , Singh Inder Paul , Gandhi Chirag D. , Prestigiacomo Charles J. 
Published: March 2017

Abstract
Bilateral carotid cavernous fistulas are rare entities that can cause debilitating symptoms and can lead to more severe consequences if left untreated. Therefore, the recognition and adequate treatment of these pathologies is very important. We present 2 cases of bilateral carotid cavernous fistulas that arose as a result of cavernous sinus thrombosis. We review the literature and discuss the pathophysiology, symptomatology, management, and treatment of bilateral carotid cavernous fistulas. Within our own cases, treatment of the patients was varied. The patient in case 1 was successfully treated with endovascular therapy after a failed trial of anticoagulation. The patient in case 2 demonstrated resolution of bilateral carotid cavernous fistulas after anticoagulation therapy. Case 2 highlights the fact that certain cases of bilateral carotid cavernous fistulas due to cavernous sinus thrombosis may benefit from extensive anticoagulation therapy. If anticoagulation therapy is unsuccessful, endovascular therapy may prove beneficial in resolving the fistulous shunt.
Launching Effectiveness Research to Guide Practice in Neurosurgery: A National Institute Neurological Disorders and Stroke Workshop Report
Authors: Walicke Patricia , Abosch Aviva , Asher Anthony , Barker Fred G. , Ghogawala Zoher , Harbaugh Robert , Jehi Lara , Kestle John , Koroshetz Walter , Little Roderick , Rubin Donald , Valadka Alex , Wisniewski Stephen , Chiocca E. Antonio ,   for the Workshop Participants
Published: March 2017

Abstract
This workshop addressed challenges of clinical research in neurosurgery. Randomized
controlled clinical trials (RCTs) have high internal validity, but often insufficiently
generalize to real-world practice. Observational studies are inclusive but often lack
sufficient rigor. The workshop considered possible solutions, such as (1) statistical
methods for demonstrating causality using observational data; (2) characteristics required
of a registry supporting effectiveness research; (3) trial designs combining advantages of
observational studies and RCTs; and (4) equipoise, an identified challenge for RCTs. In
the future, advances in information technology potentially could lead to creation of a
massive database where clinical data from all neurosurgeons are integrated and analyzed,
ending the separation of clinical research and practice and leading to a new “science of
practice.”
Stair-Climbing Capacity as a Marker of Improvement Following Pulmonary Rehabilitation
Authors: Dubé Bruno-Pierre , Houle-Péloquin Marilyn , Sauvageau Benoit , Lalande-Gauthier Mélina , Poirier Claude 
Published: March 2017

PURPOSE:
The aim of this study was to explore the potential and safety of a stair-climbing test as a tool to monitor improvement following pulmonary rehabilitation (PR) in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).

METHODS:
Stair-climbing capacity was assessed in 139 patients with COPD before and after a comprehensive 8-week PR program, which included stair-climbing training. Stair-climbing capacity was assessed as the total number of flights of stairs climbed without stopping. A constant work rate endurance test (CET) was also performed before and after PR. Change in stair-climbing after PR (Δstairs) was compared and correlated to the change in endurance time (ΔCET) and, for 40 patients, to the change in COPD assessment test (ΔCAT) score.

RESULTS:
Most patients had moderate to severe COPD (mean forced expiratory volume in 1 second = 54% ± 20% predicted). Stair-climbing capacity, endurance time, and CAT score improved after PR (2.8 ± 1.4 vs 8.3 ± 3.3 flights, 408 ± 272 vs 717 ± 415 seconds, and 20.0 ± 6.4 vs 17.6 ± 6.6 units, respectively; P value for all < .001). Δstairs was moderately correlated to ΔCET (r = 0.49; P < .001) and well correlated to ΔCAT (r = −0.71; P < .001). Patients with greater change in Δstairs had better baseline resting lung function and aerobic capacity. No adverse events were reported during stair-climbing.

CONCLUSION:
Stair-climbing is responsive to training in patients with COPD and is correlated to the change in CAT score following PR. Although the test requires further standardization, it could eventually be used as a simple and safe way to assess improvement following interventions in COPD.
VITRECTOMY FOR MACULAR DISORDERS ASSOCIATED WITH LAMELLAR MACULAR HOLE EPIRETINAL PROLIFERATION
Authors: Choi Won Seok , Merlau Daniel J. , Chang Stanley 
Published: March 2017

Purpose:
To compare the surgical outcome of a lamellar macular hole (LMH) depending on lamellar hole–associated epiretinal proliferation (LHEP) and full-thickness macular hole.

Methods:
This is a retrospective chart review. Thirty-three patients were enrolled for this study. The patients were divided into three groups depending on the type of macular hole and presence of LHEP. Group 1 had epiretinal membranes with LMH without LHEP, Group 2 had LMH with LHEP, and Group 3 had full-thickness macular hole with LHEP. The best-corrected visual acuity was recorded and optical coherence tomography scans were obtained.

Results:
Preoperative best-corrected visual acuity showed no significant difference between groups (P = 0.968). Final visual acuity of Group 1 was better than that of Group 2 (P = 0.009). Group 1 showed less postoperative ellipsoid zone disruption compared with Group 2 (P = 0.010), and the duration of LHEP to surgery had no significant correlation with postoperative visual acuity (P = 0.629).

Conclusion:
Lamellar macular hole with LHEP showed poorer visual outcomes compared with those with highly reflective epiretinal membranes. Lamellar macular hole with LHEP showed a greater chance of ellipsoid zone disruption. These findings may explain the wide variability of visual outcomes previously reported after vitrectomy for LMH.
ALLERGIC REACTION UPON INTRAVITREAL ADMINISTRATION OF ANTI–VASCULAR ENDOTHELIAL GROWTH FACTOR AGENTS
Authors: Meredith Gavin G. , Schkade Paul A. , Joondeph Brian C. 
Published: March 2017

Purpose:
To describe the patient's allergic response to anti–vascular endothelial growth factor drugs after receiving intravitreal bevacizumab for choroidal neovascularization.

Methods:
Clinical case report.

Results:
Formal allergy evaluation revealed hypersensitivity to bevacizumab and ranibizumab, but not to pegaptanib or aflibercept.

Conclusion:
Bevacizumab and ranibizumab are derivatives of murine monoclonal antibodies, whereas pegaptanib is an aptamer and aflibercept is a fusion protein of human origin. These chemical origins may allow patients to receive pegaptanib or aflibercept despite having allergy to bevacizumab or ranibizumab.
Optical Coherence Tomography Angiography in Nonarteritic Anterior Ischemic Optic Neuropathy
Authors: Wright Mayes Emily , Cole Emily D. , Dang Sabin , Novais Eduardo A. , Vuong Laurel , Mendoza-Santiesteban Carlos , Duker Jay S. , Hedges Thomas R. 
Published: March 2017

Background:
Optical coherence tomography angiography (OCTA) has demonstrated good utility in qualitative analysis of retinal and choroidal vasculature and therefore may be relevant in the diagnostic and treatment efforts surrounding nonarteritic anterior ischemic optic neuropathy (NAION).

Methods:
Retrospective, cross-sectional study of 10 eyes of 9 patients with a previous or new diagnosis of NAION that received imaging with OCTA between November 2015 and February 2016. Two independent readers qualitatively analyzed the retinal peripapillary capillaries (RPC) and peripapillary choriocapillaris (PCC) for flow impairment. Findings were compared with automated visual field and structural optical coherence tomography (OCT) studies.

Results:
Flow impairment seen on OCTA in the RPC corresponded to structural OCT deficits of the retinal nerve fiber layer (RNFL) and ganglion cell layer complex (GCC) in 80% and 100% of eyes, respectively, and to automated visual field deficits in 90% of eyes. Flow impairment seen on OCTA in the PCC corresponded to structural OCT deficits of the RNFL and GCC in 70% and 80% of eyes, respectively, and to visual field deficits in 60%–80% of eyes.

Conclusions:
OCTA can noninvasively visualize microvascular flow impairment in patients with NAION.