bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Sedentary behavior from television watching elevates GlycA levels: A bidirectional Mendelian randomization study
Authors: Miao Shuchuan , Wang Xiaoyan , Ma Lu , You Chao 
Published: August 2024

Background
Current evidence linking sedentary behavior (SB), physical activity (PA), and inflammation raises questions about their causal relationships, prompting concerns about potential residual confounding or reverse causation.

Methods
A bidirectional Mendelian randomization (MR) analysis was conducted. SB data (n = 408,815) from “computer use,” “television watching,” and “driving” were included. The PA data encompassed nine types of PA (n = 460,376) over the last four weeks and included data on the frequency of vigorous PA (n = 440,512) and moderate PA (n = 440,266) for over 10 min. Additionally, three genome-wide association study datasets (n = 64,949) on light, moderate, and vigorous exercise were included to minimize potential bias from changes in exercise intensity. Inflammation data included levels of C-reactive protein (CRP) (n = 575,531), glycoprotein acetyl (GlycA) (n = 115,082), interleukin (IL)-8, IL-6, IL-6 receptor (IL-6R), and soluble IL-6R (sIL-6R) (n = 35,278). All datasets represented participants of European ancestry.

Results
Television watching as an SB showed significant positive causal effects on GlycA and CRP (inverse variance weighted (IVW), odds ratios (OR): 1.34, 95% confidence intervals (CI): 1.25–1.44, p = 3.570 × 10−17; IVW, OR: 1.21, 95% CI: 1.16–1.26, p = 1.500 × 10−19, respectively), with more robust evidence for GlycA. In the direction from inflammation to PA, a negative causal relationship between CRP and“number of days/week of moderate PA 10+ minutes”was observed (IVW, OR: 0.92, 95% CI: 0.89–0.96, p = 3.260 × 10−5). Sensitivity analyses were used to verify the robustness and reliability of the results. However, other initially observed associations ceased to be significant after controlling for obesity-related confounders.

Conclusion
Our MR analysis suggested a potential causal relationship between television watching and chronic low-grade inflammation, with more substantial evidence for GlycA. Additionally, different types of SB may have varying effects on inflammation. Obesity-related traits could partly or entirely influence the relationship between SB, PA, and inflammatory markers. Furthermore, Our findings indicate that SB is an independent risk factor for inflammation, separate from PA, and highlight the different mechanisms by which SB and PA affect disease.
The Regime Change Consensus: Iraq in American Politics, 1990–2003, Joseph Stieb (2021)
Authors: Wolfe-Hunnicutt Brandon 
Published: August 2024

Review of: The Regime Change Consensus: Iraq in American Politics, 1990–2003, Joseph Stieb (2021)
Cambridge: Cambridge University Press, xii + 270 pp.,
ISBN-13 978-1-10897-421-9, e-book, USD 29.99

Confronting Saddam Hussein: George W. Bush and the Invasion of Iraq, Melvyn P. Leffler (2023)
Oxford: Oxford University Press, xix + 368 pp.,
ISBN-13 978-0-19761-080-0, e-book, USD 18.99
ISBN-13 978-0-19761-077-0, h/bk, USD 27.95
La imposibilidad de pronosticar la extinción de un glaciar de montaña
Authors: Soto Víctor 
Published: August 2024

La criosfera, en particular la parte correspondiente a los glaciares de montaña, ha sido un claro indicador del cambio climático. En los últimos años se han documentado extinciones de glaciares en todo el mundo. Al menos dos factores han sido identificados como las principales causas de su retroceso y desaparición: la temperatura y las precipitaciones. Sin embargo, son también otros elementos, y las diferentes combinaciones entre ellos, los que determinan la evolución espacio-temporal de estos cuerpos de hielo dinámicos. La extinción de los glaciares, y sus impactos ambientales, ha preocupado a diferentes sectores de la población; esto ha provocado que entusiastas ambientalistas se aventuren a pronosticar el tiempo de vida que les queda a estos glaciares, sobre todo cuando hay decenas o cientos de miles de personas que dependen de su caudal de agua. Este artículo describe los diversos factores que impulsan la evolución de los glaciares y demuestra que, a diferencia de otros elementos ecosistémicos, los glaciares no tienen una evolución lineal. Por ello, la glaciología no pretende «pronosticar», sino comprender la compleja interacción entre factores climáticos y geomorfológicos.
Exposición temporal: Extender y desplegar: Notas alrededor de un mapa afectivo
Authors: Miranda Gómez Cecilia 
Published: August 2024

Exposición temporal: Extender y desplegar: Notas alrededor de un mapa afectivo para el Museo de Arte Carrillo Gil de la Ciudad de México. Av. Revolución 1608, San Ángel Álcaldía Álvaro Obregón 01000 Ciudad de México Del 16 de diciembre 2023 al 11 agosto 2024
Determination of soil–water characteristic curves by using a polymer tensiometer
Authors: Wijaya Martin , Lim Aswin , Rahardjo Paulus Pramono , Satyanaga Alfrendo , Hamdany Abdul Halim , Adiguna Glenn Adriel 
Published: August 2024

Abstract
Recently, rainfall-induced slope failure has struck Cimanggung village, West Java province, Indonesia. In order to anticipate future slope failures due to rainfall, an unsaturated slope stability analysis is compulsory. Precise information on the soil–water characteristic curve (SWCC) is required to conduct an accurate unsaturated soil analysis. In this article, a procedure to obtain SWCC by using a polymer tensiometer for Cimanggung village is proposed. Considering the long period of time needed to obtain the measured data, some prediction methods are available. The measured SWCCs are then compared with SWCCs based on two prediction methods. Chin’s 1-point and Perera et al.’s methods are applied as the prediction methods and then compared with the measured SWCCs. It could be concluded that Chin’s 1-point method yields a close estimation within the suction range. Meanwhile, the Perera et al. method underestimates the air entry value, and the predicted curve deviates significantly with the measured SWCC. Hence, Chin’s 1-point method is recommended for predicting SWCCs in Cimanggung Village.
Does war drive changes in language use?
Authors: Moskovets Artem , Trégouët Paul 
Published: August 2024

Summary
Ukraine has long been a multilingual nation, with the use of Ukrainian or Russian as the primary language showing notable regional differences. Importantly, the preservation of the Russian language was cited a reason for Russia to dramatically escalate the war. In order to assess whether any changes in language use have occurred since the war started, we conducted an online survey to assess language use in Ukraine. The aspects that we evaluated were the choice of language in daily life, when watching TV or films, and in internet content. The results showed a significant decrease (p < 0.0001) in the use of Russian language in all 3 domains, with a corresponding increase in Ukrainian. These decreases in the use of Russian language were seen across all age groups, in both men and women, and in all regions in which the respondents lived. It is apparent that the change in language use is a reflection of a rise in the sense of Ukrainian identity that the war has spurred. Ukrainians who had been Russophone are in the process of severing the last remaining cultural ties to Russia, i. e., the language.
The Self and the Social in the Revolution of Dignity through the lens of Ukrainian contemporary literature
Authors: Trukhanova Olga 
Published: August 2024

Summary
The tragic events in Ukraine between November 2013 and February 2014, known as Euromaidan, or the Revolution of Dignity, greatly impacted the country’s social and political development and, for sure, the literary realm. A wide range of memories and novels put what happened in central Kyїv Square at the center of the plot, trying to capture the most significant details. Analyzing some of these texts from both a literary and sociological point of view is a key to understanding the main trends in the perception of history in “live format” by the Ukrainian cultural élite. Among the most representative examples, we should quote the essays of Taras Prokhas’ko, the novels Radio Night by Yurii Andrukhovych, tracing its link with Mykola Khvylovy’s I (romance) and the debut work of Victoria Amelina, The Fall Syndrome, or Homo Compatiens. Starting from these texts, we will follow the awakening of personal identity (even if primarily in a fictional dimension), its influence on the self-identification processes of the whole nation, i. e., social identity, and its non-hierarchical way of development, based on the principle of fairness.
Left dislocations and long topicalizations in Czech: An acceptability judgements study
Authors: Marklová Anna , Houzar Alžběta , Meyer Roland , Buchmüller Olga , Demian Chris , Szucsich Luka 
Published: August 2024

Summary
This study investigates the acceptability of left dislocations (LD) and long topicalizations (LT) in Czech across different registers. While previous research has suggested a potential association between these constructions and specific language use situations, empirical studies examining distribution of LD and LT in Czech remain scarce. The objective of this study is to examine how the situational context influences the acceptability judgements of LDs and LTs. An online acceptability judgement study was conducted, involving 60 native speakers of Czech who assessed the acceptability of sentences containing LDs and LTs presented in various situational contexts. The LDs were evaluated in spontaneous, prepared, static, and dynamic situations, while the LTs were assessed in written formal and spoken informal contexts. Regression models were employed to analyze the collected data, revealing that both LDs and LTs generally had a negative impact on sentence acceptability compared to control sentences lacking these constructions. Importantly, the situational context significantly influenced the acceptability ratings, with LTs being notably less acceptable in written formal contexts and LDs showing lower acceptability in static contexts compared to the other situations. These findings underscore the influence of situational context on the acceptability of syntactic constructions in Czech, emphasizing the need for further research in this area.
The realization of binominal concepts in French and Polish – relational adjective constructions and beyond
Authors: Clasmeier Christina , Hennecke Inga 
Published: August 2024

Summary
The expression of binominal concepts, i. e. the combination of two nominal concepts, varies between the world’s languages qualitatively as well as with regard to quantitative proportions (Pepper 2020; Pepper et al. 2023). The combination of a noun and a relational adjective (NArel) is a frequently applied option, amongst others in Polish and French, which we focus on in this paper. Both languages show high proportions of postponed attributive adjectives and deviate from the other Slavic respective Romance languages in this trait.In our paper we take a constructionist perspective and compare the expression of binominal concepts in Polish and French based on a qualitative and quantitative analysis of AN and NA constructions and their constructional equivalents (especially N Prep N) in the Polish and French translations of Bulgakov’s The Master and Margarita (Parasol Corpus). The results show that NArel constructions are of high relevance for the expression of binominals in Polish with lower proportions for NNgen, N Prep N and ArelN, whereas in French N Prep N is predominant, followed by NArel.
Use of Flurbiprofen Ester in 4-Dimensional Hysterosalpingography: Does Flurbiprofen Ester Relieve Pain During an Infertility Evaluation?
Authors: Tan Long , Wu Shiji , Ma Ailin , Li Shimei , Zhou Shanglan , Zhang Shen , Chen Peixin , Luo Baoming , Di Na 
Published: August 2024

Abstract

Objective: The purpose of this study was to determine the analgesic effect of a flurbiprofen ester injection via continuous intravenous drip during transvaginal 4-dimensional hysterosalpingography (TVS 4D-HyCoSy).

Methods: Two hundred thirty patients who underwent TVS 4D-HyCoSy for infertility from May 2018 to August 2021 at our hospital were selected. The participants were grouped based on tubal patency, flurbiprofen ester use, and uterine cannula diameter, as follows: bilateral tubal patency group; non-bilateral tubal patency group; atropine group; atropine + flurbiprofen ester group; coarse tube group; and fine tube group. The analgesic effect during TVS 4D-HyCoSy and pain relief were compared between groups using visual analog scoring (NRS). Additionally, the incidence of adverse effects was recorded and factors related to the influence of pain were analyzed.

Results: 1. Tubal patency reduced pain during ultrasound tubal examination, flurbiprofenate provided significant analgesia after ultrasound tubalography and reduced adverse effects (P < 0.001). 2. The tube diameter thickness had no effect on tubal ultrasonography procedure-related pain. 3. Multivariable analysis of pain relief during imaging suggested that the use of flurbiprofen for bilateral tubal patency had a significant positive effect on pain relief within 30 min after the examination with an AUC of 0.732 (95% CI: 0.665–0.798).

Conclusion: A flurbiprofen ester continuous intravenous drip had a good analgesic effect in patients with TVS 4D-HyCoSy. Specifically, the pain relief effect after examination was significant and reduced the incidence of adverse reactions during the contrast examination. Flurbiprofen ester can be administered independently and is worthy of clinical promotion and application.
The metabolite 2-Methylbutyrylcarnitine does not Promote Atherosclerosis in Apolipoprotein E-Deficient Mice
Authors: Wen Jielu , Zhao Zhengde , Cen Zhipeng , Zeng Renli , Lin Liyan , Yang Liu , Chen Yingna , Chen Sifan 
Published: August 2024

Abstract

Background: Although 2-methylbutyrylcarnitine (2MBC) has been associated with metabolic disorders and promotes thrombosis, its effect on atherosclerosis remains elusive. This study was aimed at investigating the role of 2MBC in atherosclerosis development.

Methods and Results: Apolipoprotein E-deficient (ApoE−/−) mice were fed a Western diet for 18 weeks to induce atherosclerosis, then administered once-daily gavage with 2MBC or vehicle for 18 weeks. Parameters of systemic lipid metabolism and atherosclerosis were detected. Although 2MBC did not upregulate plasma total cholesterol (TC), low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C), and high-density lipoprotein cholesterol (HDL-C) levels, the plasma total triglycerides (TG) levels were further upregulated in Western-diet-induced mice treated with 2MBC, thus suggesting that this compound may contribute to hypertriglyceridemia. In addition, 2MBC had no effect on atherosclerosis development, as evidenced by no alterations in plaque area, exacerbation of local inflammation, or effects on plaque stability. RAW264.7 macrophages were used to investigate the effect of 2MBC on oxidized low-density lipoprotein-induced foam cell formation in vitro. Treatment with 2MBC did not affect lipid uptake by foam cells. The addition of 2MBC did not affect the relative mRNA levels of inflammation-associated genes when macrophages were treated with lipopolysaccharide. In addition, to investigate the destructive effects of 2MBC on the vascular endothelium, we stimulated human umbilical vein endothelial cells (HUVECs) with oxidized low-density lipoprotein (ox-LDL). Ox-LDL did not alter the expression levels of monocyte chemotactic protein-1 or vascular cell adhesion molecule-1. Furthermore, 2MBC combined with ox-LDL stimulation did not alter the expression of SR-A1 and ABCA1 in HUVECs.

Conclusions: Our study provides the first evidence that 2MBC does not promote atherosclerosis development. This compound does not increase intravascular plaque area, exacerbate the degree of local inflammation, or affect plaque stability in ApoE−/− mice.
When Life Is Expected to Be Brief: A Case-Based Guide to Prenatal Collaborative Care
Authors: Wilson Sharen , Mehlhaff Krista 
Published: August 2024

Advances in fetal health detection and neonatal care have improved outcome predictions but have outpaced the development of treatments, leaving some families facing the heartbreaking reality of their baby’s short life expectancy. Families with a fetus that has a life-limiting condition must make tough decisions, including the possibility of termination, perinatal palliative care options, and the extent of newborn resuscitation. Access to abortion services is crucial in decision-making, underscoring the significance of palliative care as an option. Perinatal palliative care programs offer vital support, honoring the baby and family throughout pregnancy, birth, and death. They provide compassionate care for pregnant individuals, partners, and newborns, integrating seamlessly into standard pregnancy and birth care. Successful programs prioritize families’ desires, goals, and personal priorities, whether through a dedicated team or an organized system.
“Regardless of the length of a baby’s life or duration of illness, it is their lifetime. The infant and family deserve skilled and compassionate attention to their plight; a safety net throughout the experience; a palliative care approach emphasizing living fully those days, hours, and even moments.” (1)
„Kreálok valamit, csak így szavakból!” – mesterséges intelligencia és művészet az énképmérésben
Authors: Kellerwessel Klaus , Ujhelyi Adrienn 
Published: August 2024

Háttér és célkitűzések: A tetszőleges szövegi bemenet alapján művészi minőségű képeket alkotó mesterséges intelligencia (MI) megjelenése eddig még feltáratlan lehetőségeket tartalmazhat a pszichológia számára. Jelen kutatás során egy kvantitatív és kvalitatív módszereket szintetizáló és a résztvevő számára is élvezetes új énképmérő módszer kidolgozására tettünk kísérletet. A módszer elődjei közé tartoznak a különböző nyitott kérdéses önjellemzések, az önarcképfestés művészetterápiai tradíciója, illetve a számítógép-alapú testképvizsgáló eljárások. Módszer: A kutatás során arra kértünk 11 fiatal felnőtt résztvevőt, hogy a Midjourney nevű szoftver segítségével készítsenek képeket önmagukról. Az egyes képek alapjául szolgáló parancssorokat kategóriaelemzésnek vetettük alá, a résztvevőkkel pedig félig strukturált interjúkat vettünk fel. Eredmények: Az elemzések során szignifikáns egyéni különbségeket találtunk a résztvevők által említett önjellemzési kategóriákban, illetve a kategóriák időbeli változásában. Hogy ezek a különbségek milyen szituációs vagy személyen belüli hatásoknak tulajdoníthatók, eljövendő kutatások tárgyát fogja képezni, például a flow állapotra való egyéni érzékenység és az identitásállapot szerepének vizsgálatán keresztül. Az interjúk tanulsága szerint a résztvevők egy izgalmas önismereti tanulásként, identitásuk különböző aspektusaival való kísérletezésként élték meg a folyamatot. Többen megdöbbentek a gép képességeitől és saját művészi teremtőerejüktől, azonban az ember-gép kommunikáció félresiklásai több esetben megnehezítették az alkotást. Következtetések: Az általunk kidolgozott eljárás magában hordozza a potenciált arra, hogy a későbbiekben egy valid és reliábilis mérőeszközzé válhasson, nemcsak az énkép, hanem bármilyen attitűd mérésére. Az énhatékonyság-érzés megtapasztalása, illetve az önismereti tanulás érzete hosszú távon akár egy művészetterápiás felhasználásnak is az alapját képezheti.
Experiences of psychedelic drug use among people with psychotic symptoms and disorders: Personal growth and mystical experiences
Authors: La Torre Joseph T. , Gallo Jade , Mahammadli Mehdi , Zalewa Daniel , Williams Monnica T. 
Published: August 2024

AbstractIndividuals with a history of psychotic experiences and disorders such as schizophrenia, and mood disorders with psychotic features tend to be excluded from psychedelic-assisted therapy research and treatment programs, despite minimal research demonstrating heightened risk of adverse effects for this group. Participants (n = 100) were asked to complete an online, retrospective survey that asked about psychotic experiences and/or diagnoses and one memorable psychedelic experience, along with mental health histories, dose used, set and setting, and other relevant variables including whether they mixed their psychedelic with other substances. Respondents also completed pertinent psychometric questionnaires and answered questions regarding the impact of their psychedelic experience on their well-being, mental health, relationships, spiritual beliefs, and aspects of their life. Thematic inductive analysis was used to identify recurring themes. Most respondents (n = 88) stated that their psychedelic experience resulted in some degree of personal growth. Many also described mystical-type experiences, increased levels of contemplation and spirituality, improved insight, symptomatic improvements, and feelings of love and appreciation following the experience. Most described overall positive experiences, however, 11% (n = 11) described overall negative experiences, which included symptom exacerbation, dysphoria, and terror, and a slightly larger portion described mixed-type experiences.
A PRODUÇÃO DE JOGOS EDUCACIONAIS NO CONTEXTO DO MESTRADO PROFISSIONAL EM EDUCAÇÃO PROFISSIONAL E TECNOLÓGICA (PROFEPT)
Authors: Bianconi Gledson Viagiano , Amaral Fabiano Francisco 
Published: August 2024

Este estudo investigou as dissertações relacionadas a jogos educacionais no âmbito do Mestrado Profissional em Educação Profissional e Tecnológica (ProfEPT), motivado pela percepção da escassez de trabalhos que explorem essa integração dentro do programa. Utilizando uma abordagem do estado da arte, foi realizada uma análise descritiva e de conteúdo, explorando registros disponíveis no repositório digital do ProfEPT. O estudo compreendeu três etapas: mineração de dados de 2.142 produtos e dissertações de 2017 (início do programa) a 2023; organização em planilha; e análise de dados, incorporando palavras-chave na pesquisa e revisão de resumos. A pesquisa revelou que apenas 2,52% das dissertações abordam a temática dos jogos na educação. Quanto à natureza dos produtos desenvolvidos, a maioria consistiu em jogos de tabuleiro (54,72%), seguidos por sequências didáticas (18,87%) e manuais (11,32%). As áreas de conhecimento mais prolíficas na criação de jogos educativos foram: Línguas (16,2%), Formação de Professores (13,9%) e campos relacionados à Saúde (13,9%). Conclui-se que há uma notável escassez de pesquisas específicas relacionadas ao ensino por meio de jogos educacionais no ProfEPT, destacando a necessidade de investigações adicionais nesse campo. Esses resultados fornecem informações valiosas sobre a evolução das pesquisas e a presença de jogos educacionais nas diversas áreas do conhecimento, incentivando futuras investigações sobre os desafios e oportunidades associados à integração de jogos no contexto pedagógico.
Uso de herramientas 4.0 para el diseño de un robot
Authors: Moya Eduardo J. , Marcos Delgado ELISA , HERREROS ALBERTO 
Published: August 2024

Este trabajo muestra herramientas dentro de la Tecnología 4.0 para el diseño y construcción de un robot. El trabajo toca las áreas de diseño mecánico, diseño hardware y software. Una de las herramientas es Fusion 360º, que permite imprimir las piezas en 3D de forma que en este proceso de fabricación se puede iterar fácilmente la mecánica de las piezas, perfeccionando así su funcionamiento. Como herramienta para los esquemas electrónicos se ha utilizado el programa Kicard, que posibilita diseñar una placa base propia para la aplicación. Otra herramienta es la tecnología Soft Robotic, sustituyendo el actuador tradicional de un robot por uno neumático de baja presión. Como herramienta de hardware se ha utilizado un Arduino y para la programación del software se ha utilizado el entorno correspondiente el cual cuenta con librerías para controlar los dispositivos utilizados. Se ha tratado de conseguir una interfaz de usuario sencilla, permitiendo modos de funcionamiento, aplicado a un robot para envolver pastillas de jabón.