bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
The construction of excess and sufficiency from a crosslinguistic perspective
Authors: Fortuin Egbert 
Published: August 2013

Abstract
The concepts of excess (`too') and sufficiency (`enough') and their expressions are studied crosslinguistically. An examination of these concepts across 59 languages shows that a distinction must be made between dedicated marking of excess and sufficiency and contextually determined interpretations of other meanings (including various degree meanings). It is argued that the concepts of excess and sufficiency are inherently associated with the concept of goal-directedness. This is reflected in the way these concepts are encoded and used across languages and in the difference between the construction of excess and sufficiency and resultative degree constructions.
Electrically Driven Resonant Oscillations of
Pendant Hemispherical Liquid Droplet and Possibility to Evaluate
the Surface Tension in Real Time
Authors: Tankovsky N. , Zografov N. , Russev S. 
Published: August 2013

Abstract
The influence of the supporting surface on the resonant
frequency of pendant droplets has been examined experimentally. It
has been shown that for spherical pendant droplets the correction
term due to the boundary conditions at the supporting surface
depends on the geometry and material of the supporting element,
but also on the liquid of the droplet, which makes calibration
impossible. In contrast, for hemispherical pendant droplets the
influence of the boundary conditions can be kept constant and can
be eliminated after calibration. A method for measuring the
surface tension in real time from the resonant frequency of
a hemispherical droplet has been proposed and errors have been
evaluated.
Somatic and psychological effects of low-dose aromatase inhibition in men with obesity-related hypogonadotropic hypotestosteronemia
Authors: Loves Sandra , de Jong Jos , van Sorge Adriaan , Telting Darryl , Tack Cees J , Hermus Ad , Westerterp Klaas , de Boer Hans 
Published: August 2013

IntroductionReduced testosterone levels are frequently observed in obese men. Increased aromatase activity may be an etiological factor.ObjectiveIn this study, we evaluate the clinical effects of aromatase inhibition in obesity-related hypogonadotropic hypotestosteronemia (OrHH).MethodsDouble-blind, placebo-controlled, 6-month trial in 42 obese men with a BMI >35 kg/m2, and a serum total testosterone <10 nmol/l. All patients started on one tablet of 2.5 mg/week, with subsequent dose escalation every month until a serum total testosterone of 20 nmol/l was reached.EndpointsPsychological function, body composition, exercise capacity, and glucose, lipid, and bone metabolism.ResultsThirty-nine patients completed the study according to protocol. Letrozole decreased serum estradiol from 119.1±10.1 to 59.2±6.1 pmol/l (P<0.001), and increased serum LH from 3.3±0.3 to 8.8±0.9 U/l (P<0.0001) and serum total testosterone from 8.6±0.7 to 21.5±1.3 nmol/l (P<0.0001). Significant effects on the predefined endpoints were not observed.ConclusionDespite a marked rise in serum testosterone, low-dose aromatase inhibition had no somatic or psychological effects in men with OrHH.
Effect of Recombinant Human Bone Morphogenetic Protein-2 and Adipose Tissue-Derived Stem Cell on New Bone Formation in High-Speed Distraction Osteogenesis
Authors: Lee Sung Joo , Kim Byung Jun , Kim Young , Sohn Chul-Ho , Jeon Yoon Kyung , Xu Lianji , Kim Sang Hyon , Kwon Sun Young , Choi Tae Hyun , Kim Suk Wha 
Published: August 2013

Purpose The effects of recombinant human bone morphogenetic protein-2 (rhBMP-2) and osteogenically differentiated adipose tissue-derived stem cells (ADSC) on new bone formation in high-speed distraction osteogenesis of adult rabbit cranium were investigated. Materials and Methods A total of 41 adult rabbits were used in the study. Distraction began after a 5-day latency period at a rate of 1.5 mm twice a day until 10-mm length gain was obtained both in the control group, where a bone defect was induced, and in the experimental group, in which ADSC (group A), rhBMP-2 (group B), or both (group C) were injected in the distraction gap after distraction. At 4, 8, and 12 weeks after distraction, computed tomography analysis was done to determine the bone defect dimension and bone mineral density (BMD), while histologic examination was also done to calculate bone formation ratio. Results Bone defect dimension significantly decreased in groups B and C, compared with the control group, at 4 and 12 weeks after distraction. BMD was significantly increased in groups B and C at 4 weeks. On histologic examination, bone formation ratio was significantly increased in group C only at 12 weeks. Conclusion This study suggests that the use of rhBMP-2 in combination with or without ADSC is helpful to promote bone regeneration in high-speed distraction osteogenesi s of adult rabbit cranium.
Oral Administration of All‐Trans Retinoic Acid Suppresses Experimental Periodontitis by Modulating the Th17/Treg Imbalance
Authors: Wang Linyuan , Wang Jinyan , Jin Ying , Gao Hong , Lin Xiaoping 
Published: August 2013

Background: A T‐helper 17 (Th17)/regulatory T (Treg) imbalance has been suggested recently to play a role in the development of periodontitis. All‐trans retinoic acid (ATRA) has been reported to modulate Th17/Treg imbalances in some diseases. However, the effect of ATRA on periodontitis remains unknown. This study observes the effect of ATRA on Th17/Treg imbalance modulation in experimental periodontitis.Methods: Experimental periodontitis was induced in mice by oral infection with Porphyromonas gingivalis (P. gingivalis). ATRA was orally administered every other day. Alveolar bone resorption (ABR) was estimated by measuring the distance from the cemento‐enamel junction to the alveolar bone crest. CD4+ T‐cell subsets in the cervical lymph nodes (CLNs) and spleen were analyzed by flow cytometry. Th17/Treg cell–related cytokine messenger ribonucleic acid expression was quantified by real‐time reverse transcription‐polymerase chain reaction.Results: The present data shows that ATRA suppressed ABR and inhibited inflammatory cell infiltration into periodontal tissues. These effects were closely associated with reduced CD4+ retinoid‐related orphan receptor γτ+ cells and increased CD4+ forkhead box P3+ cells in the CLNs. Furthermore, ATRA downregulated interleukin (IL)‐17A expression and upregulated IL‐10 and transforming growth factor‐β1 expression in both the CLNs and P. gingivalis–infected gingival tissues.Conclusions: These results suggest that ATRA modulation of the Th17/Treg imbalance provides protection against periodontitis by enhancing Treg cell activation and inhibiting Th17 cell activation. These results indicate the potential for clinical prevention of periodontitis.
A Population-Based Study of Cardiovascular Disease Risk in Sexual-Minority Women
Authors: Farmer Grant W. , Jabson Jennifer M. , Bucholz Kathleen K. , Bowen Deborah J. 
Published: August 2013

Objectives. We sought to determine if sexual-minority women were at greater risk for cardiovascular disease (CVD) than their heterosexual counterparts. Methods. We aggregated data from the 2001–2008 National Health and Nutrition Examination Surveys to examine differences in CVD risk between heterosexual and sexual-minority women by using the Framingham General CVD Risk Score to calculate a ratio of vascular and chronological age. We also examined differences in the prevalence of various CVD risk factors. Results. Sexual-minority women were more likely to be current or former smokers, to report a history of drug use, to report risky drinking, and to report a family history of CVD. On average, sexual-minority women were 13.9% (95% confidence interval [CI] = 8.5%, 19.3%) older in vascular terms than their chronological age, which was 5.7% (95% CI = 1.5%, 9.8%) greater than that of their heterosexual counterparts. Family history of CVD and history of drug use were unrelated to increased CVD risk, and this risk was not fully explained by either risky drinking or smoking. Conclusions. Sexual-minority women are at increased risk for CVD compared with heterosexual women.
Lessons Learned From Use of Social Network Strategy in HIV Testing Programs Targeting African American Men Who Have Sex With Men
Authors: McCree Donna H. , Millett Gregorio , Baytop Chanza , Royal Scott , Ellen Jonathan , Halkitis Perry N. , Kupprat Sandra A. , Gillen Sara 
Published: August 2013

Objectives. We report lessons derived from implementation of the Social Network Strategy (SNS) into existing HIV counseling, testing, and referral services targeting 18- to 64-year-old Black gay, bisexual, and other men who have sex with men (MSM). Methods. The SNS procedures used in this study were adapted from a Centers for Disease Control and Prevention–funded, 2-year demonstration project involving 9 community-based organizations (CBOs) in 7 cities. Under the SNS, HIV-positive and HIV-negative men at high risk for HIV (recruiters) were enlisted to identify and recruit persons from their social, sexual, or drug-using networks (network associates) for HIV testing. Sites maintained records of modified study protocols for ascertaining lessons learned. The study was conducted between April 2008 and May 2010 at CBOs in Washington, DC, and New York, New York, and at a health department in Baltimore, Maryland. Results. Several common lessons regarding development of the plan, staffing, training, and use of incentives were identified across the sites. Collectively, these lessons indicate use of SNS is resource-intensive, requiring a detailed plan, dedicated staff, and continual input from clients and staff for successful implementation. Conclusions. SNS may provide a strategy for identifying and targeting clusters of high-risk Black MSM for HIV testing. Given the resources needed to implement the strategy, additional studies using an experimental design are needed to determine the cost-effectiveness of SNS compared with other testing strategies.
Health and Safety of Child Care Centers: An Analysis of Licensing Specialists’ Reports of Routine, Unannounced Inspections
Authors: Crowley Angela A. , Jeon Sangchoon , Rosenthal Marjorie S. 
Published: August 2013

Objectives. We assessed the prevalence of regulatory noncompliance of licensed child care centers and identified factors associated with improved compliance. Methods. We analyzed 676 routine, unannounced reports of child care centers collected by the Connecticut Department of Public Health licensing specialists over a 2-year time period, included characteristics of centers, and created categories of regulations. Results. The sample included 41% of licensed child care centers. Of the 13 categories of regulations in the analyses, 7 categories (outdoor safety, indoor safety, indoor health, child and staff documentation, emergency preparedness, infant-toddler indoor health, and infant-toddler indoor safety) had regulations with center noncompliance greater than 10%. Playground hazard-free was the regulation with the highest frequency (48.4%) of noncompliance. Compliance with the regulation for 20 hours of continuing education per year for child care providers was the characteristic most frequently associated with regulations compliance. Conclusions. Efforts to support continuing education of child care providers are essential to improve and sustain healthy and safe early-care and education programs. Analyses of state child care licensing inspection reports provide valuable data and findings for strategic planning efforts.
An Assessment of the Performance of Self-Reported Vaccination Status for Hepatitis B, National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey 1999–2008
Authors: Denniston Maxine M. , Byrd Kathy K. , Klevens R. Monina , Drobeniuc Jan , Kamili Saleem , Jiles Ruth B. 
Published: August 2013

Objectives. We sought to assess the performance of self-reported vaccination with hepatitis B vaccine (HepB) compared with serological status for hepatitis B markers in the general US civilian population. Methods. Using 1999 through 2008 National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey data, we calculated 3 measures of agreement between self-reported HepB vaccination status and serological status: percent concordance, and positive (PPV) and negative predictive values (NPV) of self-report. Logistic regression was used to identify factors associated with agreement between self-report and serological status. Results. Overall agreement was 83% (95% CI = 82.3, 83.7), NPV of self-report was high (0.95; 95% CI = 0.93, 0.95) and PPV was low (0.53; 95% CI = 0.51, 0.54). Birth year relative to the 1991 recommendation for universal infant HepB vaccination had a strong association with agreement, however, the association was positive for those who reported receiving at least 3 doses and negative for those who reported receiving no doses. Conclusions. Although the low PPV in our study could be attributable in part to waning of vaccine-induced anti-HBs over time, national adult HepB vaccination coverage may be lower than previously estimated because national estimates usually depend on self-report of vaccine receipt.
Nonprescribed Hormone Use and Self-Performed Surgeries: “Do-It-Yourself” Transitions in Transgender Communities in Ontario, Canada
Authors: Rotondi Nooshin Khobzi , Bauer Greta R. , Scanlon Kyle , Kaay Matthias , Travers Robb , Travers Anna 
Published: August 2013

Objectives. We examined the extent of nonprescribed hormone use and self-performed surgeries among transgender or transsexual (trans) people in Ontario, Canada. Methods. We present original survey research from the Trans PULSE Project. A total of 433 participants were recruited from 2009 to 2010 through respondent-driven sampling. We used a case series design to characterize those currently taking nonprescribed hormones and participants who had ever self-performed sex-reassignment surgeries. Results. An estimated 43.0% (95% confidence interval = 34.9, 51.5) of trans Ontarians were currently using hormones; of these, a quarter had ever obtained hormones from nonmedical sources (e.g., friend or relative, street or strangers, Internet pharmacy, herbals or supplements). Fourteen participants (6.4%; 95% confidence interval = 0.8, 9.0) reported currently taking nonprescribed hormones. Five indicated having performed or attempted surgical procedures on themselves (orchiectomy or mastectomy). Conclusions. Past negative experiences with providers, along with limited financial resources and a lack of access to transition-related services, may contribute to nonprescribed hormone use and self-performed surgeries. Promoting training initiatives for health care providers and jurisdictional support for more accessible services may help to address trans people’s specific needs.
Efficacy of Initiating Tobacco Dependence Treatment in Inpatient Psychiatry: A Randomized Controlled Trial
Authors: Prochaska Judith J. , Hall Stephen E. , Delucchi Kevin , Hall Sharon M. 
Published: August 2013

Objectives. We evaluated the efficacy of a motivational tobacco cessation treatment combined with nicotine replacement relative to usual care initiated in inpatient psychiatry.Methods. We randomized participants (n = 224; 79% recruitment rate) recruited from a locked acute psychiatry unit with a 100% smoking ban to intervention or usual care. Prior to hospitalization, participants averaged 19 (SD = 12) cigarettes per day; only 16% intended to quit smoking in the next 30 days.Results. Verified smoking 7-day point prevalence abstinence was significantly higher for intervention than usual care at month 3 (13.9% vs 3.2%), 6 (14.4% vs 6.5%), 12 (19.4% vs 10.9%), and 18 (20.0% vs 7.7%; odds ratio [OR] = 3.15; 95% confidence interval [CI] = 1.22, 8.14; P = .018; retention > 80%). Psychiatric measures did not predict abstinence; measures of motivation and tobacco dependence did. The usual care group had a significantly greater likelihood than the intervention group of psychiatric rehospitalization (adjusted OR = 1.92; 95% CI = 1.06, 3.49).Conclusions. The findings support initiation of motivationally tailored tobacco cessation treatment during acute psychiatric hospitalization. Psychiatric severity did not moderate treatment efficacy, and cessation treatment appeared to decrease rehospitalization risk, perhaps by providing broader therapeutic benefit.
Sexual Orientation–Related Differences in Tobacco Use and Secondhand Smoke Exposure Among US Adults Aged 20 to 59 Years: 2003–2010 National Health and Nutrition Examination Surveys
Authors: Cochran Susan D. , Bandiera Frank C. , Mays Vickie M. 
Published: August 2013

Objectives. We investigated sexual orientation–related differences in tobacco use and secondhand smoke (SHS) exposure in a nationally representative sample of US adults. Methods. The 2003–2010 National Health and Nutrition Examination Surveys assessed 11 744 individuals aged 20 to 59 years for sexual orientation, tobacco use, and SHS exposure (cotinine levels ≥ 0.05 ng/mL in a nonsmoker). We used multivariate methods to compare tobacco use prevalence and SHS exposure among gay or lesbian (n = 180), bisexual (n = 273), homosexually experienced (n = 388), and exclusively heterosexual (n = 10 903) individuals, with adjustment for demographic confounding. Results. Lesbian and bisexual women evidenced higher rates of tobacco use than heterosexual women. Among nonsmokers, SHS exposure was more prevalent among lesbian and homosexually experienced women than among heterosexual women. Nonsmoking lesbians reported greater workplace exposure and bisexual women greater household exposure than heterosexual women did. Identical comparisons among men were not significant except for lower workplace exposure among nonsmoking gay men than among heterosexual men. Conclusions. Nonsmoking sexual-minority women are more likely to be exposed to SHS than nonsmoking heterosexual women. Public health efforts to reduce SHS exposure in this vulnerable population are needed.
An Empirical Evaluation of the US Beer Institute’s Self-Regulation Code Governing the Content of Beer Advertising
Authors: Babor Thomas F. , Xuan Ziming , Damon Donna , Noel Jonathan 
Published: August 2013

Objectives. We evaluated advertising code violations using the US Beer Institute guidelines for responsible advertising.Methods. We applied the Delphi rating technique to all beer ads (n = 289) broadcast in national markets between 1999 and 2008 during the National Collegiate Athletic Association basketball tournament games. Fifteen public health professionals completed ratings using quantitative scales measuring the content of alcohol advertisements (e.g., perceived actor age, portrayal of excessive drinking) according to 1997 and 2006 versions of the Beer Institute Code.Results. Depending on the code version, exclusion criteria, and scoring method, expert raters found that between 35% and 74% of the ads had code violations. There were significant differences among producers in the frequency with which ads with violations were broadcast, but not in the proportions of unique ads with violations. Guidelines most likely to be violated included the association of beer drinking with social success and the use of content appealing to persons younger than 21 years.Conclusions. The alcohol industry’s current self-regulatory framework is ineffective at preventing content violations but could be improved by the use of new rating procedures designed to better detect content code violations.
Effectiveness of Case Management for Homeless Persons: A Systematic Review
Authors: de Vet Renée , van Luijtelaar Maurice J. A. , Brilleslijper-Kater Sonja N. , Vanderplasschen Wouter , Beijersbergen Mariëlle D. , Wolf Judith R. L. M. 
Published: August 2013

We reviewed the literature on standard case management (SCM), intensive case management (ICM), assertive community treatment (ACT), and critical time intervention (CTI) for homeless adults. We searched databases for peer-reviewed English articles published from 1985 to 2011 and found 21 randomized controlled trials or quasi-experimental studies comparing case management to other services. We found little evidence for the effectiveness of ICM. SCM improved housing stability, reduced substance use, and removed employment barriers for substance users. ACT improved housing stability and was cost-effective for mentally ill and dually diagnosed persons. CTI showed promise for housing, psychopathology, and substance use and was cost-effective for mentally ill persons. More research is needed on how case management can most effectively support rapid-rehousing approaches to homelessness.
Contribution of Maternal Age to Preterm Birth Rates in Denmark and Quebec, 1981–2008
Authors: Auger Nathalie , Hansen Anne V. , Mortensen Laust 
Published: August 2013

Objectives. We sought evidence to support the hypothesis that advancing maternal age is potentially causing a rise in preterm birth (PTB) rates in high-income countries. Methods. We assessed maternal age-specific trends in PTB using all singleton live births in Denmark (n = 1 674 308) and Quebec (n = 2 291 253) from 1981 to 2008. We decomposed the country-specific contributions of age-specific PTB rates and maternal age distribution to overall PTB rates over time. Results. PTB rates increased from 4.4% to 5.0% in Denmark and from 5.1% to 6.0% in Quebec. Rates increased the most in women aged 20 to 29 years, whereas rates decreased or remained stable in women aged 35 years and older. The overall increase over time was driven by age-specific PTB rates, although the contribution of younger women was countered by fewer births at this age in both Denmark and Quebec. Conclusions. PTB rates increased among women aged 20 to 29 years, but their contribution to the overall PTB rates was offset by older maternal age over time. Women aged 20 to 29 years should be targeted to reduce PTB rates, as potential for prevention may be greater in this age group.
An Empirical Analysis of the Effects of Accounting Expertise in Audit Committees on Non-GAAP Earnings Exclusions
Authors: Seetharaman Ananth , Wang Xu (Frank) , Zhang Sanjian (Bill) 
Published: August 2013

SYNOPSIS
U.S. stock exchanges and lawmakers rely on audit committees to help safeguard the accuracy and reliability of corporate GAAP and non-GAAP financial information. However, there are gaps in our knowledge of how audit committees perform, especially with respect to companies' non-GAAP financial information. Unlike companies' GAAP-based financial measures, non-GAAP numbers are voluntary, not well defined, and unaudited. Non-GAAP measures thus provide a particularly rich setting to examine the efficacy of audit committee performance. In this study we examine the association between audit committee appointments of accounting experts (relative to appointments of nonaccounting experts) and the company's non-GAAP earnings numbers. We find a larger decline in non-GAAP earnings exclusions following the appointment of accounting (rather than nonaccounting) experts to audit committees. We also find that accounting experts are associated with higher-quality post-appointment non-GAAP earnings exclusions.
JEL Classifications: M4; G30.
Data Availability: Data are available from the sources indicated in the paper.