bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Addressing Hearing Loss of Palestinians Living in Refugee Camps
Authors: Pakulski Lori A. 
Published: July 2024

Purpose:
Although commonly perceived as an acceptable and normal part of aging, unaddressed or inadequately managed hearing loss (UIMHL) is an economically and socially recognized cause of human disability and morbidity. It creates a global burden that negatively affects individuals and nations, disproportionately affecting low- and middle-income countries and vulnerable populations. Immediate- and long-term health, social, and economic consequences include psychosocial problems, deterioration of cognitive function, loss of productivity, and poor well-being. Despite a growing body of evidence that interventions can ameliorate these concerns, fewer than 80% receive them. Access to services, perceived costs, and stigma are commonly blamed to avoid intervention. The purpose of this article is to raise awareness and highlight solutions to reduce the impact of UIMHL on a particularly vulnerable population: the Palestinian people living in refugee camps.

Method:
This article discusses the approach of a humanitarian organization that aims to improve service uptake, reduce detrimental impacts, and address the ethical implications of improving outcomes for those with UIMHL.

Conclusions:
Hearing and auditory wellness are key factors in improving the quality of life and health of vulnerable populations. When international humanitarian organizations aim to improve the outcomes of those with UIMHL, their services must be culturally sensitive and fully consider the vulnerabilities and needs of the population. Furthermore, they must promote outreach and education in partnership with local practitioners for their work to continue beyond a one-time visit. The use of social accompaniment to empower local stakeholders and expand service delivery is also discussed.
Norm‐based zeroing neural dynamics for time‐variant non‐linear equations
Authors: Dai Linyan , Xu Hanyi , Zhang Yinyan , Liao Bolin 
Published: July 2024

AbstractZeroing neural dynamic (ZND) model is widely deployed for time‐variant non‐linear equations (TVNE). Various element‐wise non‐linear activation functions and integration operations are investigated to enhance the convergence performance and robustness in most proposed ZND models for solving TVNE, leading to a huge cost of hardware implementation and model complexity. To overcome these problems, the authors develop a new norm‐based ZND (NBZND) model with strong robustness for solving TVNE, not applying element‐wise non‐linear activated functions but introducing a two‐norm operation to achieve finite‐time convergence. Moreover, the authors develop a discrete‐time NBZND model for the potential deployment of the model on digital computers. Rigorous theoretical analysis for the NBZND is provided. Simulation results substantiate the advantages of the NBZND model for solving TVNE.
Analysis of electrical–thermal‐stress characteristics for eccentric contact strip in the valve‐side bushing of converter transformer
Authors: Wang Yongqi , Liu Kai , Lin Mu , Tang Hao , Li Xining , Wu Guangning 
Published: July 2024

AbstractUltra‐high voltage direct current (UHVDC) transmission project in China is expanding, and the technology is increasingly maturing. The converter transformer is a crucial component in the UHVDC transmission projects, and its valve‐side bushing plays a key role in ensuring the stable operation of the power system. This paper investigates the electrical–thermal‐stress distribution characteristics of the contact strip in an eccentric state. The research focuses on a section of the contact strip in the plug oil at the tail end of the bushing on the valve side of the converter. A three‐dimensional finite element simulation model is established, and the contact strip contact resistance is used to define the contact strip eccentricity. The temperature rise platform of the contact strip was constructed to verify the precision of the simulation outcomes. The study investigated the variations in electric, thermal, and stress of contact strips in various eccentric states, as well as transient development, and the four stages of contact strip deformation were summarised using calculation results, providing quantitative analysis criteria for assessing the degree of deterioration of contact strips under eccentric conditions. Through the test and calculation, it can be seen that the contact resistance of the normal contact strip changes with the height in the form of a typical first‐order exponential function. The contact resistance value is between 200 and 400 μΩ under the actual mounting height; for the brand‐new contact strip, the maximum temperature difference is 2.984 K without other interference; and after 15 min, the maximum displacements of the upper and lower half‐ring strips reached are 84.3 and 83.7 μm, respectively, due to the thermal expansion. The study results offer a theoretical foundation for understanding the failure of elastic electrical connection components in the bushing on the valve side of the converter.
Influence of different anodised nanoporous structures on the anti‐icing and electrical properties of transmission Al lines
Authors: Dai Xu , Yuan Yuan , Xiao Jie , Jiang Chenghao , Hua Xujiang , Xiang Huiying , Zhu Tao , Liu Guoyong , Zhou Jiang , Liao Ruijin 
Published: July 2024

AbstractIce accumulation of overhead transmission lines can lead to serious damage to power systems. Superhydrophobic nanostructured Al conductors are proposed to replace the de‐icing or ice‐melting equipment for economic advantages, good anti‐icing properties and robust electrical performance. Anodisation under different direct current densities is adopted to fabricate two nanostructures on Al conductors, including the reticular and honeycomb‐like nanoporous structures. Compared to pure Al conductors, the anodised surface of honeycomb‐like nanoporous structures exhibits lower ice adhesion (3.82 kPa) and ice accumulation. Aluminium conductor steel reinforced treated in the proposed method has also been validated to exhibit a significant anti‐glaze icing property. Additionally, corona performance and line loss are experimentally measured and calculated to prove good electrical performance. The 0.27 A Al strand shows the highest corona inception voltage (27.86 kV) and the lowest AC resistance (4.65 Ω/km), which is attributed to the good dielectric property and heat dissipation. Therefore, the proposed anti‐icing transmission conductors show profound application potential for power systems.
Schmerzfrei schwanger
Authors: Barge Rosel 
Published: July 2024

SummaryOftmals durch Beckenschiefstand und Blockierungen in der Lendenwirbelsäule verursacht, gehören Rückenschmerzen bei schwangeren Frauen zu den häufigsten Beschwerden, die in der Regel aber gut behandelbar sind. Die Untersuchung sollte neben körperlicher Verfassung und Veränderungen während der Schwangerschaft auch die Auswirkungen von Alltagsbewegungen sowie psychische Belastungen betrachten. Sorgfältig an ihre besonderen Bedürfnisse angepasste osteopathische Techniken können erfolgreich bei Schwangeren angewendet werden und zur Linderung der Symptome beitragen.
Fernbeziehungen
Authors: Sailer Martin U. 
Published: July 2024

SummaryBeschwerden an den Füßen können zu einer veränderten Körperhaltung führen. Gelenkblockierungen im Bereich der Wirbelsäule und angrenzende Strukturen (viszeral, faszial) können sich wiederum auf die Stellung der Füße und auf das Gangbild auswirken. Der Beitrag widmet sich den funktionellen Hintergründen dieser komplexen Wirkungszusammenhänge und betrachtet dabei auch die Rolle, die myofasziale Ketten als Verbindungen zu weit entfernten Körperregionen (Hals, Zungenbein) spielen. Im vorgestellten Fall hat eine dysfunktionale Fußstellung ihre Ursache im Halsbereich. Mit der osteopathischen Behandlung der dortigen Strukturen können die Beschwerden behoben werden.
Vom Hohlkreuz in die Entspannung
Authors: Delarue Cyril André 
Published: July 2024

SummaryNach vorne gekipptes Becken, vorgewölbter Bauch, vorstehender Rippenbogen, Abflachung der Brustwirbelsäule sowie Schmerzen, Hyperkonkavität und Bewegungseinschränkungen der Lendenwirbelsäule zählen zu den typischen Zeichen einer LWS-Hyperlordose; diagnostische Tests zu Mobilität und Spannung (zum Beispiel Iliosakralgelenk) geben weitere Hinweise. Häufig bestehen Dysfunktionen im Bereich von Symphyse, Bauchorganen (Ptose), Muskulatur (Hypertonus) oder Vegetativum, vielfach auch in Zusammenhang mit einer Schwangerschaft. Zu den bewährten, im Artikel vorgestellten manuellen Techniken zählen die Dekoabdationsbehandlung des Beckens, die Behandlung der Viszera und Radix mesenterii sowie die Entlastung der Mm. terres und latissimus dorsi.
Ist das „Filet“ schuld?
Authors: Frenzel Holger 
Published: July 2024

SummaryFührt Bewegungsmangel zu einem verkrampften oder verkürzten Psoas-Muskel, können Auswirkungen auf die ihn umgebenden Strukturen, starke Spannungen und Schmerzen im Bereich der Lendenwirbel die Folge sein. Die Behandlung kann mit gezielten, aber sanften osteopathischen Techniken erfolgen, bei denen der Psoas gedehnt, Blockaden gelöst und eine schmerzfreie Beweglichkeit wiederhergestellt wird. Im Fallbeispiel unterstützen begleitende Übungen die Therapie, stärken das Vertrauen des Patienten in die eigenen Bewegungsfähigkeiten und regen ihn zu regelmäßiger Bewegung auch im Alltag an.
Development of New N-{4-[(7-Chloro-5-methylpyrrolo[2,1-f] [1,2,4]triazin-4-yl)oxy]-3-fluorophenyl}benzenesulfonamide Analogues: Exploring Anticancer Potential through MerTK Inhibition
Authors: Dwivedi Ashish Ranjan , Rathod S. V. , Sathe Balaji Dashrath , Meenakshi Meenakshi , Murti Yogesh , Mane Madhav Shivaji , Pandey Sarvesh Kumar , Mahajan Shriya , Rawat Pramod , Kandhari Harsimrat , Goel Kapil Kumar 
Published: July 2024

AbstractMer proto-oncogene tyrosine-protein kinase (MerTK), a part of the TAM (TYRO3, AXL, and MerTK) family, is directly correlated with metastasis and various types of cancers. The inhibition of this receptor is a promising strategy for more-effective chemotherapy. Considering the pharmacophoric features of the active domain of MerTK and the structural characteristics of the investigational drug BMS794833, we designed five new N-{4-[(7-chloro-5-methylpyrrolo[2,1-f][1,2,4]triazin-4-yl)oxy]-3-fluorophenyl}benzenesulfonamide analogues. In cytotoxicity studies, one of the analogues displayed a significantly higher cytotoxicity than cisplatin. It showed IC50 values of 2.09, 1.96, and 3.08 μM against A549, MCF-7, and MDA-MB-231 cancer cell lines, respectively. In drug metabolism and pharmacokinetic studies, it was the most stable analogue and displayed a moderate MerTK inhibitory potential. Molecular-docking studies were performed to corroborate the MerTK inhibition, and the same analogue achieved the most significant docking score (–12.33 kcal/mol). Docking interactions demonstrated that the imine and amine group of the 3-chloropyridine moiety of BMS794833 formed hydrogen bonds with the main chain of the ATP pocket residue Met674, while the oxygen atoms of the 4-oxo-1,4-dihydropyridine-3-carboxamide moiety established hydrogen bonds with the Lys619 and Asp741 amino acid residues of the allosteric pocket of MerTK protein. These promising results provide evidence that the N-{4-[(7-chloro-5-methylpyrrolo[2,1-f][1,2,4]triazin-4-yl)oxy]-3-fluorophenyl}benzenesulfonamide pharmacophore can give potential insights into the development of new MerTK inhibitors.
Cognitive Outcomes following Virtual Reality Rehabilitation in Patient with Traumatic Brain Injury: A Prospective Randomized Comparative Study
Authors: Sharma Ankit , Sharma Arvind , Jain Surendra , Gupta Ashok , Sinha Virendra Deo 
Published: July 2024

Abstract
Introduction Comprehensive rehabilitation is essential to enhance the quality of life and cognitive performance of traumatic brain injury (TBI) survivors. Virtual reality (VR) has emerged as a promising tool for TBI rehabilitation due to its ability to provide an engaging and tailored environment.
Materials and Methods This was a randomized comparative study conducted at tertiary hospital and included individuals aged between 18 and 60 with mild-to-moderate cognitive impairment due to TBI. The participants were divided into a case group receiving intensive VR rehabilitation and a control group receiving standard care. Cognitive assessments were conducted before and after treatment, and during follow-up.
Results VR rehabilitation demonstrated significant improvements in cognitive function. The VR group exhibited remarkable progress in the Montreal Cognitive Assessment (MoCA), Tower of London (TOL), and Trail Making Test (TMT) scores. Baseline MoCA, TOL, and TMT scores (mean value) of case group 16.5, 11.75, and 14.05 and for control group 17, 10, and 13 were respectively. All the parameters of case group improved at the time of discharge (MoCA: 24.3, TOL: 22, TMT: 27.5) and in follow-up (MoCA: 28.5, TOL: 32.5, TMT: 42.07) as compared with control group at discharge (MoCA: 19, TOL: 13, TMT: 17) and in follow-up (MoCA: 21, TOL: 15, TMT: 19), which shows significant improvement in case group (p < 0.001) as compared with control group.
Conclusion VR rehabilitation significantly improves cognitive outcomes in TBI patients. It has the potential to be a significant tool in TBI rehabilitation.
Severe Hypoplasia/Aplasia of the Medullary Arcuate Nucleus in a 4-Month-Old Patient with Sudden Infant Death Syndrome
Authors: Della Giustina Elvio , Salviato Tiziana , Fabbiani Luca , Mancini Luciano , Maiorana Antonino , Reggiani Bonetti Luca 
Published: July 2024

AbstractThe aim of this study was to verify and confirm the close correlation between the absence of the medullary arcuate nucleus and sudden death in a 4-month-old infant. Careful neuropathological examination of the cerebral hemispheres, basal ganglia, and cerebellum demonstrated no relevance to the death. The brainstem region, normally occupied by the nuclei, was cut into several serial sections so as not to lose any details. The largest median part of the medullary arcuate nucleus was completely absent, and only very small groups of residual neurons in its most lateral part were still detectable; the rest of the brainstem showed no abnormalities. In the absence of other lesional, degenerative, or malformative causes, the sudden and unexpected death of this infant was likely due to severe hypoplasia/aplasia of the medullary arcuate nucleus. The anatomo-functional development of the nucleus and its crucial role in the control of respiratory and cardiac autonomic reactivity in sleep during the first year of life may provide an important contribution to the pathogenic interpretation.
Isolated Tear of Coracobrachialis: An Unusual Presentation of Glenohumeral Internal Rotation Deficit
Authors: KSV Abhinetri , Batta Nafisa Shakir , Sood Aditya , Samanta Riya 
Published: July 2024

AbstractAn isolated injury to the coracobrachialis is an exceedingly uncommon occurrence, with only a handful of case reports documented in the literature. The majority of the reported cases attribute the injury to either direct trauma to the affected area or the contraction of the muscle, leading to the rupture of the muscle belly. In this article, we reported a case of indirect traumatic partial rupture of the coracobrachialis muscle, accompanied by a substantial hematoma at the proximal myotendinous junction had an unusual presentation of glenohumeral internal rotation deficit. To the best of our knowledge, no other case of isolated coracobrachialis injury has been reported in a bowler/cricketer.
Effectiveness of Lactation Counseling on Lactation Outcome among Primipara Mothers: A Pilot Study
Authors: Devasia Selinamma , Nayak Sabitha , Rao Sujaya V. , Kamath Neetha 
Published: July 2024

Abstract
Introduction The World Health Organization encourages initiation of breastfeeding soon after birth, exclusive breastfeeding (EBF) for the first 6 months, and continued breastfeeding up to 2 years of age.
Material and Methods This pilot study was done on 30 primiparous women between 37 and 40 weeks of gestation. Mothers of intervention group were given lactation counseling using a module and a demo before delivery and face-to-face counseling for 3 days, whereas mothers of control group received routine care. Immediate initiation of breastfeeding and lactation outcome was measured using structured validated tools.
Results Significant difference was found at the initiation of breastfeeding between the groups (t = 8.529; p < 0.001) and in the lactation outcome, which was observed by the infant breastfeeding observation tool on the third day (Z = –4.269), fourth day (Z = –4.681), and fifth day (Z = –4.667) at p < 0.001 level. None of the babies of mothers who received lactation counseling and immediate initiation of breastfeeding had exaggerated jaundice whereas 53.33% of infants in the control group (group 1) developed exaggerated jaundice within the first 48 hours. All the babies of the intervention group were on EBF up to 6 months whereas only 46.66% of infants of the control group had EBF for the first 3 months and 40% in the 4th month and 20% in 5th and 6th month.
Conclusion Our research supports the need of lactation counseling for better initiation of breastfeeding and lactation.
Comparative Efficacy of Hypertension Management Strategies
Authors: Schneider Jordan , Alvarez-Betancourt Alejandro , Elbaz Joshua , Wenn Peter , Makaryus Amgad N. , Zeltser Roman 
Published: July 2024

AbstractHypertension (HTN) is a major cardiovascular risk factor and a significant contributor to disease burden in the United States. Despite therapeutic advances, gaps remain between clinical trials and practice. This study aims to bridge those gaps by evaluating antihypertensive strategies. This was a retrospective analysis of HTN patients seen at a hospital clinic from 2016 to 2022 with 3- and 12-month follow-up appointments. Demographics, history, blood pressure (BP), and medication regimen were recorded. Treatment strategies were categorized as follows: adding medication (AM), increasing dosage (ID), switching medications (SM), dropped medications (DrM), or no change (NC). Changes in systolic blood pressure (SBP) were compared using linear regressions to assess the efficacy of HTN management. Of 873 patient charts reviewed, 332 patients were included. The AM group had an adjusted ∆SBP of −11 mm Hg at 3 months (p < 0.001) and −9 mm Hg at 12 months (p = 0.006). The ID group had an ∆SBP of −8.5 mm Hg at 3 months (p = 0.074) and −7 mm Hg at 12 months (p = 0.3). ∆SBP between the AM and ID groups was not statistically significant (p = 0.8). SM was associated with an ∆SBP of −3 mm Hg at 3 months (p = 0.6) and −3 mm Hg at 12 months (p = 0.7). There are meaningful differences in SBP reduction between antihypertensive medication adjustment strategies. AM had the greatest effect on lowering SBP, with ID having a slightly lesser effect. The difference in ∆SBP between the AM versus ID groups was not significant. While further study with a larger dataset is warranted, our findings highlight trends in the efficacy of HTN management strategies to help guide therapeutic regimens.
Forming a new prospective memory intention can reduce prospective memory commission errors
Authors: Guo Yunfei , Gan Jiaqun , Li Yongxin 
Published: July 2024

AbstractPrevious prospective memory (PM) studies indicate that PM intentions remain active after completion and result in commission errors. In this study, we aimed to investigate the effect of adding a new PM intention in the finished phase on PM commission errors. Eighty-six participants were randomly allocated to one of three groups: a new PM group, a non-new PM group, and an implementation intention group. In the PM finished phase, the non-new PM group performed the 1-back task only, while the new PM group was asked to complete both the 1-back task and a new PM task simultaneously. The implementation intention group adopted the “if-then” encoding strategy to encode the new PM intention and executed a new PM task while performing an ongoing task. We found no difference in the 1-back task among the three groups, but the main difference was reflected in the commission error rate with the rate being highest in the non-new PM group, followed by the new PM group, and lowest in the implementation intention group. These findings suggest that executing a new PM task after the completion of a PM intention or adopting an implementation intention encoding strategy to form a new intention effectively reduces commission errors. Therefore, in real life, when we form new prospective memory intentions, we can strengthen them through encoding strategies during the encoding stage, in order to avoid the occurrence of commission errors as much as possible.
Is face and information availability important in green purchasing among young consumers?
Authors: Zhang Yanyan , Cham Tat-Huei , Pek Chuen Khee , Leong Choi-Meng 
Published: July 2024

AbstractWith the growing awareness of environmental issues available across various media platforms, consumers, particularly the younger generation, are more conscious of their consumption and its impact on the environment. This trend can be observed in the surging demand for environmentally friendly and animal-test-free products on the market. However, despite the young consumer group’s critical role in the marketplace, existing research in this area remains limited, demanding further investigation. Recognising the significance of this trend, this study employs a two-stage partial least squares structural equation modelling-artificial neural network (PLS-SEM-ANN) approach to analyse the antecedents influencing green consumption among young Chinese consumers. This study proposes a conceptual research model that extends the norm activation model (NAM) by analysing 366 self-reported questionnaires. The first-stage PLS-SEM results reveal significant positive correlations between personal norms (PN), environmental knowledge (EK), information availability (IA), social norms (SN) and green consumption intention (GCI). However, face consciousness (FC) was found to have no significant effect on GCI. The second-stage ANN sensitivity analysis shows that PN emerged as the most influential factor on GCI, followed by IA, SN, and EK. This ranking diverges from the PLS-SEM results, suggesting potential hidden nonlinear relationships between IA, SN, EK and GCI. Among the significant predictors of PN, the ascription of responsibility (AR) ranks first, followed by an awareness of consequence (AC) and SN. With its unique two-stage PLS-SEM-ANN approach to green consumption among young consumers, this study offers valuable insights for both marketers and researchers. Marketers gain a new tool to predict GCI more effectively, while researchers can explore the intricate interplay of factors shaping sustainable consumption choices. Methodologically, the present study is one of the few that applies extended NAM using two-stage PLS-SEM-ANN in the context of green consumption.