bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
A novel reliability analysis approach for multi‐component systems with stochastic dependency and functional relationships
Authors: Atashgar Karim , Abbasi Majid , Khazaee Mostafa , Karbasian Mehdi 
Published: July 2024

AbstractReliability prediction for complex systems utilizing prognostic methods has attracted increasing attention. Furthermore, achieving accurate reliability predictions for complex systems necessitates considering the interaction between components and the multivariate functional relationship that exists among them. This paper proposes a bi‐level method to evaluate the variability of degradation processes and predictive reliability based on the profile monitoring approach for multicomponent systems. Firstly, a multivariate profile structure is introduced to model the framework of degradation analysis in scenarios where there exists stochastic dependency and a multivariate functional relationship between the degradation processes of components. At the component level, the objective is to evaluate the variability of the degradation process for each component considering the presence of stochastic dependence. For the system level analysis, the proposed approach enables the prediction of degradation variability and system reliability by considering the functional relationships among components, without the need for direct calculation of individual component reliabilities. The performance of the proposed model is evaluated through a numerical study and sensitivity analysis conducted on a multicomponent system with a k‐out‐of‐n structure. The results demonstrate the model's notable flexibility and efficiency.
Unleashing digital transformation to achieve the sustainable development goals across multiple sectors
Authors: Varriale Vincenzo , Camilleri Mark Anthony , Cammarano Antonello , Michelino Francesca , Müller Julian , Strazzullo Serena 
Published: July 2024

AbstractDigital technologies have the potential to support achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Existing scientific literature lacks a comprehensive analysis of the triple link: “digital technologies – different industry sectors – SDGs”. By systematically analyzing extant literature, 1098 sustainable business practices have been collected from 578 papers, using 11 digital technologies in 17 industries to achieve the 17 SDGs. For instance, find that artificial intelligence can be used to achieve affordable and clean energy (SDG 7), responsible consumption and production (SDG 12) as well as to address climate change (SDG 13). Further, geospatial technologies may be applied in the agricultural industry to reduce hunger in various domains (SDG 2), to foster good health and well‐being (SDG 3), to improve the availability of clean water and sanitation facilities (SDG 6), raise awareness on responsible consumption and production (SDG 12), and to safeguard life on land (SDG 15), among other insights.
(Re)negotiating Asian and Asian American identities in solidarity as language teacher educators: An AsianCrit discourse analysis
Authors: Wong 黃浩文 Kevin M. , Son 손민혜 Minhye , Sun孙文扬 Wenyang , Ee 이종연 Jongyeon Joy , Harris Samantha , Kwon 권정민 Jungmin , Lê Khánh , Tian 田中锋 Zhongfeng 
Published: July 2024

AbstractThe historical and contemporary experiences of Asian/Asian Americans in the United States casts light on the significance of identity negotiation and construction. In this study, the identities of Asian/Asian American language teacher educators (LTEs) are examined within the current sociopolitical context, shedding light on the persistent pursuit of legitimacy and belonging within the Asian/Asian American LTE community. More specifically, this study examines the teaching philosophies of eight Asian/Asian American LTEs from different institutions and regions across the United States as a collective and critically reflexive entryway into their experiences and commitments as LTEs. Using AsianCrit to analyze participants' teaching statements and focus group discussions, this study uncovers (1) a commitment to asset‐based and culturally sustaining pedagogies, (2) identity‐informed convictions to foster critical consciousness in language teacher candidates; (3) pressures to downplay Asian intersectional identities to survive the Eurocentric norms of the job market; (4) a desire to do more than survive; and (5) the power of the collective for healing and liberation. The article concludes with a call for teacher education programs to create spaces for teacher educators to share lived experiences, foster community, and challenge the dominant narratives that marginalize Asian and other minoritized LTEs.
What’s Next for Gene Editing in Agrifood?
Authors: Clark Lisa F. , Hobbs Jill E. 
Published: July 2024

AbstractThis concluding chapter summarizes current and future challenges of governing gene editing in the agrifood system, as well as other emergent new breeding techniques on the horizon. We assess the current landscape of regulatory frameworks and review what may change in the coming years and decades as climate change and food insecurity continue to stress global agrifood supply chains and the system writ large. We examine the implications of a complex patent landscape for future applications of gene editing. We comment briefly on consumer considerations, including consumer acceptance and the role of labelling. Insights from stakeholder interviews illustrate applications of gene editing targeted at climate change and sustainability. We conclude with a summary of how elements of deliberative governance can help shape the regulatory environment for gene editing in agrifood, along with suggestion for future research.
Einleitung
Authors: Breger Max 
Published: July 2024

ZusammenfassungDas Kapitel leitet in die Problemstellung des Buches ein: Foltersituationen als eine spezifische Form von sozialen Situationen, die durch extreme Gewalt und Asymmetrie geprägt sind. Als empirischer Fall dient die Folter durch den US-Geheimdienst CIA und Teile des US-Militärs im sogenannten War on Terror gegen Al-Qaida und die Taliban infolge der Terroranschläge vom 11. September 2001. Anhand des US-Folterkomplexes als ein Beispiel für moderne Folter durch liberal-demokratisch verfasste Staaten verfolgt das Buch folgende Leitfragen: Wie konstituieren verschiedene Elemente wie Menschen, Organisationen, Artefakte und räumlich-zeitliche Strukturen soziale Situationen als Foltersituationen? Welche Verflechtungen von (diskursivem) Wissen sind dabei relevant; Wissen etwa über ‚effektive‘ Verletzung, vermeintliche Eigenarten der zu folternden Feinde und rechtliche Normen? Inwieweit erleben sich Gefolterte als handlungsfähige Subjekte und inwieweit werden sie als solche adressiert?
Raumzeitliche Übergänge als Foltersituationen
Authors: Breger Max 
Published: July 2024

ZusammenfassungDas Kapitel leitet den dritten Teil des Buches ein, das die diskursanalytischen Überlegungen der vorangegangenen Kapitel um Analysen von manifesten Foltersituationen erweitert. Ausgehend von Erving Goffmans Konzept der Totalen Institution zeigt das Kapitel die Dezentralität der Foltergewalt im War on Terror auf. Anhand von Berichten von Folterüberlebenden zeige ich, dass die Prozeduren bei raumzeitlichen Übergängen wie Gefangennahme, Transporte in Flugzeugen oder Ankunft an einem Folterort elementare Bestandteile der Folter im War on Terror darstellten. Die Folter besteht für die Gefolterten daher in der Verkettung von leidvollen Episoden über ihre gesamte Gefangenschaft und nicht nur aus Gewalt in Verhören.
Foltersituationen als Konstellationen situativer Elemente
Authors: Breger Max 
Published: July 2024

ZusammenfassungFolter besteht nicht in einzelnen Anwendungen von Foltertechniken. Sie ist vielmehr eine Verkettung leidvoller Erfahrungen seitens der Gefolterten und der Herstellung dieser Verkettung seitens Folternden über Abfolgen von miteinander verbundenen sozialen Situationen. Diese konstituieren sich durch komplexe Konstellationen von situativen Elementen. Um dieser Komplexität der untersuchten Situationen gerecht zu werden, diskutiert das Kapitel die folgenden Situationselemente und ihre Relevanz für Foltersituationen im War on Terror: Drohungen, Artefakte, die Akteursgruppen medizinisches, psychologisches und linguistisches Personal, anwesende Dritte und Sichtbarkeiten.
Was ist moderne Folter? Zur historischen Kontextualisierung
Authors: Breger Max 
Published: July 2024

ZusammenfassungDas Verständnis von Folter ebenso wie ihr institutionelles Setting, ihre Funktion, kosmologische Rahmung und nicht zuletzt ihre Methoden sind Wandlungen unterworfen. In der (sozial-)wissenschaftlichen Literatur zu Folter werden solche Wandlungen vor allem vor dem Hintergrund einer Unterscheidung zwischen ‚vormoderner‘, mittelalterlicher bzw. frühneuzeitlicher Folter auf der einen Seite und modernen Ausprägungen ab dem frühen 20. Jahrhundert auf der anderen Seite diskutiert. Das Kapitel unternimmt auf Basis vorhandener Literatur eine historische Kontextualisierung des US-Falls. Das ist unter anderem deshalb relevant, da die Abrenzung von 'klassicher' Folter wichtiger Bestandteil des legitimierenden Folterwissens im War on Terror ist.
Der Fall: Der US-Folterkomplex im War on Terror
Authors: Breger Max 
Published: July 2024

ZusammenfassungDas Kapitel führt in den Verlauf des untersuchten Falls - dem US-Folterkomplex infolge des 11. September 2001 – ein und stellt die für die weitere Analyse wichtigen Besonderheiten des Falls wie die Autorisierung von einzelnen Foltertechniken durch höchste Regierungskreise und die globale Vernetzung von extraterritorialen Folterorten heraus. Dabei unternimmt das Kapitel eine Typisierung der Folterorte im War on Terror. Ich unterscheide zwischen CIA-Blacksites, dem Gefangenenlager in Guantánamo sowie Militärgefängnissen und -lagern in Afghanistan und im Irak. Diese drei Typen unterscheiden sich unter anderem hinsichtlich ihrer räumlichen Struktur, der autorisierten und angewandten Foltertechniken, dem rechtlichen Status der Gefangenen und der beteiligten Organisationen.
Abu Zubaydah als Präzedenzfall der Folterlegalisierung
Authors: Breger Max 
Published: July 2024

ZusammenfassungAbu Zubaydah war der erste Gefangene der CIA im sogenannten War on Terror. Im Zuge dieses Falls entwickelte der Geheimdienst sein Folterprogramm, zu dem nicht zuletzt Legalisierungsversuche der eigenen Folterpraktiken gehörten. Das Kapitel führt in den zweiten – diskursanalytischen – Teil des Buches sowie den Fall Abu Zubaydah ein. Im Zentrum dieses Kapitels steht die juristische Argumentation der sogenannten Torture Memos, mit denen das US-Justizministerium in Bezug auf das globale Folterverbot und rechtliche Diskurse Foltertechniken – verharmlosend als enhanced interrogation techniques bezeichnet – autorisierte. Diese Legalisierungsversuche bestanden insbesondere aus einer extremen Verengung des Folterbegriffs der UN, die es ermöglichte, die CIA-Foltertechniken außerhalb der Folterdefinition zu verorten.
Die Emische Foltertheorie als Interdiskurs
Authors: Breger Max 
Published: July 2024

ZusammenfassungDas Kapitel schließt unmittelbar an das vorangegangene Kapitel an und rekonstruiert die 'emische Foltertheorie' der CIA. Mit diesem Begriff bezeichne ich die erstaunlich explizite Konzeptualisierung von Folter im War on Terror. Hierzu analysiere ich in diesem Kapitel den innerbehördlichen Diskurs der CIA sowie zwischen dem US-Justizministerium und der CIA bei der Etablierung des CIA-Folterprogramms hinsichtlich des eingesetzten Wissens. Ich verstehe die emische Foltertheorie als 'Interdiskurs' (Link), weil Wissen aus den Diskursfeldern Recht, Medizin, Geheimdienst und Psychologie so konstelliert wird, dass es die CIA-Folter als legitime Praxis konstruiert. Die emische Foltertheorie teile ich in folgende Dimensionen auf: Akteurspositionierung der Gefolterten sowie des Personals, Körperzugriffe bzw. Foltertechniken sowie organisationale Zielsetzungen.
Probing Inert Triplet Model at a multi-TeV muon collider via vector boson fusion with forward muon tagging
Authors: Bandyopadhyay Priyotosh , Parashar Snehashis , Sen Chandrima , Song Jeonghyeon 
Published: July 2024

Abstract
This study investigates the potential of a multi-TeV Muon Collider (MuC) for probing the Inert Triplet Model (ITM), which introduces a triplet scalar field with hypercharge Y = 0 to the Standard Model. The ITM stands out as a compelling Beyond the Standard Model scenario, featuring a neutral triplet T0 and charged triplets T±. Notably, T0 is posited as a dark matter (DM) candidate, being odd under a Z2 symmetry. Rigorous evaluations against theoretical, collider, and DM experimental constraints corner the triplet scalar mass to a narrow TeV-scale region, within which three benchmark points are identified, with T± masses of 1.21 TeV, 1.68 TeV, and 3.86 TeV, for the collider study. The ITM’s unique TTVV four-point vertex, differing from fermionic DM models, facilitates efficient pair production through Vector Boson Fusion (VBF). This characteristic positions the MuC as an ideal platform for exploring the ITM, particularly due to the enhanced VBF cross-sections at high collision energies. To address the challenge of the soft decay products of T± resulting from the narrow mass gap between T± and T0, we propose using Disappearing Charged Tracks (DCTs) from T± and Forward muons as key signatures. We provide event counts for these signatures at MuC energies of 6 TeV and 10 TeV, with respective luminosities of 4 ab−1 and 10 ab−1. Despite the challenge of beam-induced backgrounds contaminating the signal, we demonstrate that our proposed final states enable the MuC to achieve a 5σ discovery for the identified benchmark points, particularly highlighting the effectiveness of the final state with one DCT and one Forward muon.
Pole-skipping for massive fields and the Stueckelberg formalism
Authors: Pan Wen-Bin , Sun Ya-Wen , Wang Yuan-Tai 
Published: July 2024

Abstract
Pole-skipping refers to the special phenomenon that the pole and the zero of a retarded two-point Green’s function coincide at certain points in momentum space. We study the pole-skipping phenomenon in holographic Green’s functions of boundary operators that are dual to massive p-form fields and the dRGT massive gravitational fields in the AdS black hole background. Pole-skipping points for these systems are computed using the near horizon method. The relation between the pole-skipping points of massive fields and their massless counterparts is revealed. In particular, as the field mass m is varied from zero to non-zero, the pole-skipping phenomenon undergoes an abrupt change with doubled pole-skipping points found in the massive case. This arises from the breaking of gauge invariance due to the mass term and the consequent appearance of more degrees of freedom. We recover the gauge invariance using the Stueckelberg formalism by introducing auxiliary dynamical fields. The extra pole-skipping points are identified to be associated with the Stueckelberg fields. We also observe that, as the mass varies, some pole-skipping points of the wave number q may move from a non-physical region with complex q to a physical region with real q.
Experimental and simulative investigations of burr formation in planing of AISI 1045
Authors: Polus Gero , Saelzer Jannis , Brock Sven , Pleskun Heiko , Biermann Dirk , Brümmer Andreas 
Published: July 2024

AbstractThe clearance flow in dry-running vacuum pumps is the main loss mechanism. To reduce the clearance mass flow rate in rarefied gas flows, sawtooth structures transversing to the direction of flow can be utilized. However, due to the sawtooth’s structure size, micro-machining is necessary, whereby burr formation is a central challenge. First, the effectiveness of non-idealized sawtooth structures is investigated, demonstrating a high sensibility of the performance regarding the geometry of the tip. Therefore, burr formation in the cutting process must be minimized. For this reason, a 3D finite element (FE) chip formation model capable of predicting the burr formation is developed. An analysis of the burr formation zone showed positive triaxialities; thus, the triaxiality-dependent Johnson–Cook damage model is utilized. To minimize the mesh-induced error, a convergence analysis is conducted, showing no convergence of the maximum burr height. This is caused by the pathological mesh size dependence of local continuum damage models. A comparison of the cutting experiments and simulations revealed a reasonable prediction of cutting forces. In contrast, the passive force is predicted poorly, which is attributed to the underestimation of the ploughing force for non-elastic simulations. The prediction quality regarding the maximum burr height differs for the investigated cutting speeds, which can be explained by a built-up edge and a change in the machine tool compliance. Thereby, an analysis of the burr formation revealed that the burr height is captured by a non-physical remeshing algorithm and that the burr volume might be a more appropriate characteristic.
Voxel-based 3D reconstruction of additively manufactured open porous structures for CFD simulation
Authors: Otto Robert , Soellner Uliana , Kiener Christoph , Boschert Stefan , Wüchner Roland , Sørby Knut 
Published: July 2024

AbstractWith the ability to manufacture complex functional structures, Additive Manufacturing (AM) enables new advanced applications which could not be realized before. An example of such structures is open porous structures. In the presented approach, the open porous structures are a result of the selected manufacturing parameters, instead of being defined in CAD models. Thereby, various porosities can be achieved flexibly without design adjustments. However, to comprehensively understand the correlation of manufacturing parameters and different properties, various tests are required. As an alternative, properties can be determined by means of simulation. This study presents 3D reconstructions of complex open porous structures, which are based on μ-CT imaging. The influence of the downsampling during voxelization on the 3D reconstructed geometry is studied. Further, different polyhedral mesh settings have been tested in order to find a mesh that minimizes the deviation between the CFD simulation results and the laboratory test results for flow resistance. A guideline for the creation of a calibrated CFD model based on μ-CT imaging is proposed. As it is acknowledged by the authors that the data availability to reconstruct shown cases is crucial, data for a reference case have been made freely available online.
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‘Plasma first’ approach for detecting epidermal growth factor receptor mutation in advanced non-small cell lung carcinoma
Authors: Rathor Amber , Malik Prabhat Singh , Tanwar Pranay , Khurana Sachin , Baskarane Hemavathi , Pushpam Deepam , Nambirajan Aruna , Jain Deepali 
Published: July 2024

Abstract
Introduction
The treatment approach for recently diagnosed advanced non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) with EGFR mutations primarily relies on confirming the tissue diagnosis as non-squamous NSCLC. This routine clinical practice of tissue diagnosis imposes several barriers and delays in turnaround time (TAT) for biomarker testing, significantly delaying the time to treatment. The objective of this study is to investigate the ‘plasma first’ approach for detection of EGFR mutation in advanced stage treatment naïve NSCLC patients.

Methods
We prospectively collected blood samples of treatment naïve patients with clinical and radiological suspicion of advanced stage NSCLC prior to obtaining tissue biopsy. Plasma cfDNA was tested for EGFR mutation using two different methods. We compared the sensitivity and TAT of liquid biopsy with tissue biopsy.

Results
In total, we analyzed plasma cell-free DNA (cfDNA) of 236 patients suspected of having advanced NSCLC for EGFR mutations. We observed a notably shorter turnaround time (TAT) of 3 days, which was significantly quicker compared to the 12-day TAT for tissue biopsy (p < 0.05). The ddPCR method had a sensitivity of 82.8%, which was higher than 66.34% sensitivity of ARMS-PCR. The current study also highlights that there is no significant difference in the clinical outcome of the patients whether treated based on liquid biopsy only or tissue biopsy (median progression-free survival of 11.56 vs. 11.9 months; p = 0.94).

Conclusions
Utilizing a ‘plasma first’ strategy, given its shorter turnaround time, strong positive concordance and comparable outcomes to tissue biopsy, emerges as a highly specific and reliable method for detecting EGFR mutations in advanced-stage NSCLC.
Genetic relationship between rheumatoid arthritis and cardiovascular diseases
Authors: Ausserwinkler Mathias , Gensluckner Sophie , Voelkerer Andreas , Thiel Jens , Neumann Hans-Jörg , Flamm Maria , Datz Christian , Aigner Elmar , Wernly Bernhard 
Published: July 2024

Summary
Objective
Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is recognized as a chronic autoimmune disorder with systemic inflammation and joint damage. Its potential role as a risk factor for cardiovascular diseases (CVD) is increasingly noted. This review delves into the causal relationship between RA and CVD, with Mendelian randomization (MR) offering a genetic perspective.

Methods
An extensive search was conducted in PubMed, Cochrane and Web of Science to identify MR studies addressing the RA-CVD link. Out of 530 studies, 9 met the inclusion criteria, which were rigorously assessed using a critical appraisal checklist. These were further stratified by a sensitivity analysis into categories reflecting the strength of their evidence, from not evaluable to robust.

Results
From the nine included studies, eight supported a causal association between RA and an increased risk of CVD, specifically coronary artery disease (CAD) and one did not support a link between RA and heart failure. The results suggest that genetic factors associated with RA may contribute to an elevated risk for CVD. Chronic inflammation, prevalent in RA, emerges as a key mediator in this connection.

Conclusion
The systematic review corroborates a genetic causal link between RA and CVD, as evidenced by eight of the nine MR studies reviewed. This suggests a need for integrated cardiovascular risk management in the treatment of RA patients. The findings advocate considering anti-inflammatory treatment that can reduce cardiovascular risk. The overarching evidence signifies a potential direction for new therapeutic strategies aimed at enhancing cardiovascular health in RA patients.
Comprehensive genomic analysis reveals clonal origin and subtype-specific evolution in a case of sporadic multiple meningiomas
Authors: Sakaguchi Maki , Horie Masafumi , Ito Yukinobu , Tanaka Shingo , Mizuguchi Keishi , Ikeda Hiroko , Kiyokawa Etsuko , Nakada Mitsutoshi , Maeda Daichi 
Published: July 2024

AbstractMeningioma is the most common primary intracranial tumor in adults, with up to 10% manifesting as multiple tumors. Data on the genomic and molecular changes in sporadic multiple meningiomas are scarce, leading to ongoing debates regarding their evolutionary processes. A comprehensive genetic analysis of a large number of lesions, including precursor lesions, is necessary to explore these two possible origins: clonal and independent. In the present study, we performed whole-exome sequencing and analyzed somatic single-nucleotide variants (SNVs), insertions/deletions (INDELs), and copy number alterations (CNAs) in a patient with sporadic multiple meningiomas. These meningiomas included two mass-forming lesions of different histological subtypes (transitional and chordoid) and two small meningothelial nests. Genetic analysis revealed CNAs on chromosomes 22q and Y as common abnormalities in the two largest tumors. Furthermore, we identified SNV/INDELs unique to each focus, with NF2 mutation prevalent in the transitional meningioma and CREBBP mutation in the chordoid meningioma. Loss of chromosome 22 was detected in two small meningothelial nests. Overall, we elucidated the clonal origin and subtype-specific evolution of multiple meningiomas in this case. CNAs may serve as the initial driving event in meningioma development.