bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Perception of contractors and sub-contractors towards the factors causing delays in heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) construction projects
Authors: Devandran Aravindh , Davis Felicita J. , Sammanasu Joseph Michael 
Published: July 2024

Purpose
This study aims to determine and investigate the main causes of construction project delays. Construction projects are more intricate and associated with significant levels of risk owing to cost overruns. These overruns frequently lead to delays, incomplete work or other related challenges. Building delays are a prevalent problem in the building sector of developing nations. These delays prolong the duration of projects and result in increased costs and conflicts among stakeholders. A conceptual model consisting of the factors causing the delays in heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) projects was developed and tested in this study.

Design/methodology/approach
A comprehensive data collection process was undertaken. A meticulously designed survey was distributed to a diverse cohort of 294 participants, including contractors and sub-contractors from Chennai, Tamil Nadu. The data was collected using stratified sampling, ensuring a representative sample. The data was then analysed using ordinary least squares multiple regression.

Findings
The findings of this study have significant implications for the construction industry. They indicate that factors related to sales, clients, design, procurement, finance and labour all contribute to delays in HVAC projects. Understanding these factors can help stakeholders in the industry to better manage and mitigate project delays.

Originality/value
This study is unique because it is a perceptual study of stakeholders. It provides valuable information for analysing and assessing project performance by identifying the primary causes of HVAC project delays. To the best of the authors’ knowledge, the study conducted on HVAC projects is the first of its kind and hence makes a pivotal contribution to the literature on construction projects. Additionally, the study will assist policymakers and consultants in taking necessary steps to minimize delays.
Impact of text‐only versus large text‐and‐picture alcohol warning formats: A functional magnetic resonance imaging study in French young male drinkers
Authors: Gallopel‐Morvan Karine , Duche Quentin , Diouf Jacques François , Lacoste‐Badie Sophie , Droulers Olivier , Moirand Romain , Bannier Elise 
Published: July 2024

AbstractBackgroundAlthough the World Health Organization recommends visible and clear warning labels about the risks of alcohol consumption on containers and advertising, many of the currently used labels are too small to be visible. This study investigated the brain activity (using fMRI) and alcohol consumption intentions of French young men exposed to two warning formats displayed on alcoholic beverage advertisements: a small Text‐only Alcohol Warning (TAW) currently used in many countries, and a larger text‐and‐picture alcohol warning (PAW).MethodsSeventy‐four eligible 18–25‐year‐old male drinkers completed a face‐to‐face individual visit with a physician expert in addiction medicine. This was followed by the fMRI session during which they viewed 288 stimuli [96 alcohol advertisements with TAWs, the same 96 advertisements with PAWs, and 96 water advertisements (controls)] for 3 s each. If the advertisement made participants want (“yes”)/do not want (“no”) to consume the product, they pressed the corresponding button (self‐report responses). The number of “yes” responses was compared between advertisement types with a paired sample t‐test. Whole‐brain and region‐of‐interest (ROI) analyses of the fMRI data were performed.ResultsWhole‐brain BOLD fMRI highlighted contrasting effects of PAWs and TAWs. Compared with TAWs, PAWs elicited more activation in the precuneus, angular gyrus, occipital, frontal and temporal areas, and less activation in the nucleus accumbens, ventral tegmental areas, and putamen areas (regions of the reward circuit). The ROI analysis confirmed less activation in the reward circuit (left and right ventral tegmental areas, left and right nucleus accumbens) when viewing PAWs than TAWs. Analysis of the self‐report responses indicated that the desire to consume the advertised alcohol product was lower when PAWs were viewed (compared with TAWs) (T = 8.18, p < 10−11).ConclusionsThis is the first fMRI study to assess the effect of different alcohol warning formats. Our findings show that compared with TAWs, stronger PAWs in advertisements elicited less activity in key regions of the reward system. This suggests that the effects may influence the desire to consume alcohol products (self‐report response analysis). These results could help policymakers who are interested in developing more effective labeling measures that target young people.
EAP and ECPCP urge ban on novel nicotine‐ (NNCPS) and non‐nicotine‐containing products (NNDS) to youth
Authors: Reali Laura , Onorati Lorenza , Koletzko Berthold , Størdal Ketil , Aparicio Rodrigo Maria , Magendie Christine , Hadjipanayis Adamos , Baraldi Eugenio , Grossman Zachi 
Published: July 2024

AbstractAimWe want to verify the correlation between the increasing use of novel nicotine‐containing products (NNCPs) and non‐nicotine delivery products (NNDPs) among young individuals and the escalating negative health consequences, necessitating their prohibition.MethodsWe performed a comprehensive analysis of the most relevant literature about the utilisation of NNCPs and NNDPs among young individuals and their health effects.ResultsDespite being initially seen as less harmful alternatives, for smokers aiming to quit, these products have become more popular due to misleading marketing claims. Teenagers using NNCPs and NNDPs, despite having no smoking history, are more likely to transition to tobacco smoking. Consistent use can lead to health issues like pulmonary damage, asthma, and cardiovascular and ocular problems.ConclusionThe EAP and the ECPCP endorse the WHO's appeal to outlaw these hazardous products. They urge European governments to forbid the sale of NNCPs and NNDPs to children and adolescents in order to safeguard their well‐being. They also propose specific recommendations (box 4) to support this cause.
The effect of dietary emulsifiers and thickeners on intestinal barrier function and its response to acute stress in healthy adult humans: A randomised controlled feeding study
Authors: Fitzpatrick Jessica A. , Gibson Peter R. , Taylor Kirstin M. , Halmos Emma P. 
Published: July 2024

SummaryBackgroundAlthough dietary emulsifiers are implicated in the pathogenesis of Crohn's disease, their effect has not been studied in humans.AimTo determine the effects of high‐ and low‐emulsifier diets (HED, LED) on intestinal barrier function in healthy subjects in unstressed and acutely stressed states.MethodsWe conducted a single‐blinded, cross‐over, controlled feeding trial in 22 healthy adults. After recording 7 days of their habitual diet, we randomised participants to HED or LED with ≥3‐week washout between diets. On dietary completion, acute stress was induced via intravenous corticotrophin‐releasing hormone. We assessed dietary adherence, effects on 2‐h urinary lactulose: rhamnose ratio (LRR), serum concentrations of lipopolysaccharide‐binding protein, soluble‐CD14 and markers of epithelial injury and inflammation.ResultsDietary adherence was excellent. In an unstressed state, median (interquartile range) LRR during HED was 0.030 (0.018–0.042); on LED, this was 0.042 (0.029–0.078; p = 0.04). LPB concentrations were lower on HED than LED (p = 0.026), but no differences were observed for epithelial injury or inflammation. Under acute stress, LRR increased by 89% (−1% to 486%) on HED (p = 0.004), differing (p = 0.001) from 39% (1%–90%) decrease on LED (p = 0.009). Soluble‐CD14 also increased (p < 0.001). The LED had a prolonged carry‐over effect on suppressing HED‐induced changes during stress. Similar changes in LRR and soluble‐CD14 were observed when HED was used as the first diet (both p < 0.01).ConclusionHigh intake of emulsifiers improved barrier function in the unstressed state, but increased intestinal permeability to stress, without evidence of inflammation. A LED was protective of the stress effect.
Endothelial cell transitions in zebrafish vascular development
Authors: Phng Li‐Kun , Hogan Benjamin M. 
Published: July 2024

AbstractIn recent decades, developmental biologists have come to view vascular development as a series of progressive transitions. Mesoderm differentiates into endothelial cells; arteries, veins and lymphatic endothelial cells are specified from early endothelial cells; and vascular networks diversify and invade developing tissues and organs. Our understanding of this elaborate developmental process has benefitted from detailed studies using the zebrafish as a model system. Here, we review a number of key developmental transitions that occur in zebrafish during the formation of the blood and lymphatic vessel networks.
Exploiting floral signals: Olfactory crypsis and visual attraction in crab spider predatory strategies
Authors: Li Zichang , Zhong Rui , Yu Long , Zhang Haixin , Zhao Yao , Peng Yu 
Published: July 2024

AbstractPredation exerts a profound influence on the evolution of camouflage and detection abilities in both predators and prey. For instance, flower‐visiting spiders need to ensure their concealment when ambushing on flowers, which compels pollinators to check any spider cues cautiously before landing. Although numerous studies have examined the visual camouflage of spiders deceiving bees, little is known regarding whether spiders also employ olfactory camouflage. Additionally, the detection of spiders by dipteran insects is often overlooked, despite them being major non‐bee pollinators. Here, we explored the detection ability of dipteran pollinators and the crypsis skill of spiders from both olfactory and vision perspectives using the housefly Musca domestica L. (Diptera: Muscidae) as prey, the crab spider Ebrechtella tricuspidata (Fabricius) (Araneae: Thomisidae) as predators and chamomile Matricaria recutita L. (Asteraceae) as substrates. Our olfactory experiments revealed that experienced houseflies could respond to and avoid spider odour. However, this response did not appear to be innate, as naive individuals showed no aversion. Moreover, experienced houseflies did not have any avoidance behaviours to the mixed odours of spider and flower, indicating that spiders achieved olfactory crypsis utilizing floral scent. Our vision experiments and visual modelling demonstrated that houseflies could detect spiders positioned on flower. Surprisingly, instead of avoiding them, houseflies exhibited a preference for flowers occupied by female spiders, suggesting the attractive nature of female spider colouration. This paper provides evidence for the first time that crab spiders use floral scent to achieve olfactory crypsis and proposes a potential yellow‐signalling mechanism for crab spiders to attract insects.
Human activity recognition: A comprehensive review
Authors: Kaur Harmandeep , Rani Veenu , Kumar Munish 
Published: July 2024

AbstractHuman Activity Recognition (HAR) is a highly promising research area meant to automatically identify and interpret human behaviour using data received from sensors in various contexts. The potential uses of HAR are many, among them health care, sports coaching or monitoring the elderly or disabled. Nonetheless, there are numerous hurdles to be circumvented for HAR's precision and usefulness to be improved. One of the challenges is that there is no uniformity in data collection and annotation making it difficult to compare findings among different studies. Furthermore, more comprehensive datasets are necessary so as to include a wider range of human activities in different contexts while complex activities, which consist of multiple sub‐activities, are still a challenge for recognition systems. Researchers have proposed new frontiers such as multi‐modal sensor data fusion and deep learning approaches for enhancing HAR accuracy while addressing these issues. Also, we are seeing more non‐traditional applications such as robotics and virtual reality/augmented world going forward with their use cases of HAR. This article offers an extensive review on the recent advances in HAR and highlights the major challenges facing this field as well as future opportunities for further researches.
Nanoengineered sustainable antimicrobial packaging: integrating essential oils into polymer matrices to combat food waste
Authors: Duong The H. , Dinh Khuong Ba , Luu Trong , Chapman James , Baji Avinash , Truong Vi Khanh 
Published: July 2024

SummaryAs global populations rise, the need for sustainable food security and waste reduction solutions becomes crucial. Antimicrobial food packaging presents a strategic defence against spoilage and pathogens and has the potential to minimise foodborne illnesses and global food losses. Essential oils (EOs), known for their inherent antioxidant and antimicrobial properties, are utilised as natural additives in active food packaging materials. These oils, rich in terpenes and hydrocarbons, are promising for food longevity but face challenges like reduced effectiveness in packaging films, highlighting the necessity for nanoengineered solutions to improve their stability and function in polymer matrices. This article aims to review recent work on the use of EOs incorporated in active food packaging. The focus is on the use of nanotechnology to enhance the antimicrobial efficacy of plant‐derived essential oils as preservatives. This article illustrates the nanoscale interactions among essential oils, polymers and food substances, aiming to elucidate how technologies such as nanoencapsulation, nanoemulsions and nanocomposites enhance antibacterial and antioxidant performance while improving packaging structural integrity.
Effects of decapitation in combination with pulsed electric field and chitooligosaccharide pretreatment on freshness and physicochemical properties of muscle in Harpiosquillid mantis shrimp (Harpiosquilla raphidea) during storage
Authors: Chanchi Prashanthkumar Mallikarjun , Fan Xinru , Zhao Qiancheng , Patil Umesh , Saetang Jirakrit , Benjakul Soottawat 
Published: July 2024

SummaryFreshness and physicochemical properties of myofibrillar protein (MP) from decapitated Harpiosquillid mantis shrimp (HMS) treated with pulsed electric field (PEF), followed by soaking in 2% chitooligosaccharide (D‐P‐COS) and whole HMS (U‐W) during storage in iced water of 3 days were investigated. Lower rate of increase in K‐value, freshness index, in D‐P‐COS was observed in comparison with U‐W. For physicochemical properties of MP, MP from U‐W had gradual decrease in ATPase activity throughout the storage of 3 days, whereas no drastic alteration was attained in MP from D‐P‐COS. Surface hydrophobicity and carbonyl contents of MP from both samples upsurged up to 3 days, nevertheless the increases were more pronounced in D‐P‐COS. The secondary conformation changes were affected by decapitation, treatment and storage time. Decapitation and treatments maintained freshness, however, slightly enhanced physicochemical changes of MP from HMS.
The ecology of giant kelp colonization and its implications for kelp forest restoration
Authors: Reed Daniel C. , Schroeter Stephen C. , Huang David , Weisman Denise , Beheshti Kathryn M. , Smith Rachel S. 
Published: July 2024

AbstractThe success and cost‐effectiveness of kelp forest restoration hinges on understanding the colonization ecology of kelps, particularly with respect to dispersal potential, recruitment success, and subsequent establishment. To gain needed insight into these processes we examined spatial patterns and temporal trajectories of the colonization of a large artificial reef by the giant kelp Macrocystis pyrifera. The 151 ha artificial reef complex was constructed in three phases over 21 years, enabling dispersal, recruitment, and subsequent establishment to be examined for a wide range of environmental conditions, dispersal distances, and source population sizes. Natural colonization of all phases of the artificial reef by giant kelp was rapid (within 1 year) and extended across the entire 7‐km‐long reef complex. Colonization density declined with distance from the nearest source population, but only during the first phase when the distance from the nearest source population was ≤3.5 km. Despite this decline, recruitment on artificial reef modules farthest from the source population was sufficient to produce dense stands of kelp within a couple of years. Experimental outplanting of the artificial reef with laboratory‐reared kelp embryos was largely successful but proved unnecessary, as the standing biomass of kelp resulting from natural recruitment exceeded that observed on nearby natural reefs within 2–3 years of artificial reef construction for all three phases. Such high potential for natural colonization following disturbance has important implications for kelp forest restoration efforts that employ costly and logistically difficult methods to mimic this process by active seeding and transplanting.
But I said I'm sorry: Helpfulness of romantic couples' efforts to reconcile after conflict
Authors: Wilder Siri , Prager Karen J. , Garapati Srikar 
Published: July 2024

AbstractWhereas several decades of research have documented behavior during couples' conflict discussions that is destructive to the couple relationship, the effectiveness of post‐conflict reconciliation efforts has only recently received research attention. The current study aimed to discover how couples' negative and positive communication during conflict discussions was associated with the helpfulness of two strategies for reconciling: Active Repair and Letting Go. The sample comprised 217 heterosexual cohabiting couples who completed (1) questionnaires assessing their relationship satisfaction and tendency to engage in demand/withdraw conflict management, (2) a recorded in‐lab conflict discussion, and (3) fourteen daily diaries reporting on relationship conflict and Active Repair and Letting Go reconciliation strategies. Daily negative conflict behavior (i.e., conflict expansion and contemptuous communication) did not predict helpfulness of reconciliatory attempts; nor did habitual negative conflict behavior (i.e., demand/withdraw). However, daily positive conflict behavior (i.e., attentive listening) did predict more helpful reconciliatory attempts. Observers' one‐time ratings of couples' communication competence during conflict discussions revealed an unexpected inverse association with helpfulness of post‐conflict reconciliatory attempts for men. Results indicate that couples' ability to maintain positive behavior during day‐to‐day conflict may be the best strategy for supporting subsequent efforts to reconcile and reconnect afterward.
Introduction to the Bayes factor: A Shiny/R app
Authors: Tendeiro Jorge N. , Hoekstra Rink , Wong Tsz Keung , Kiers Henk A. L. 
Published: July 2024

AbstractMost researchers receive formal training in frequentist statistics during their undergraduate studies. In particular, hypothesis testing is usually rooted on the null hypothesis significance testing paradigm and its p‐value. Null hypothesis Bayesian testing and its so‐called Bayes factor are now becoming increasingly popular. Although the Bayes factor is often introduced as being the Bayesian counterpart to the p‐value, its computation, use, and interpretation are quite distinct from the p‐value. There is now evidence confirming that the application of the Bayes factor in applied research is ill‐devised. To improve the current status quo, we have created a Shiny/R app called the Bayes factor, which offers a dynamic tutorial for learning all the basics about the Bayes factor. In this paper, we explain how the app works and we offer suggestions on how to use it in class or self‐study settings. The app is freely available at https://statsedge.org/shiny/LearnBF/.
Mountain Image Analysis Suite (MIAS): A new plugin for converting oblique images to landcover maps in QGIS
Authors: Wright Claire , Bone Chris , Mathews Darcy , Tricker James , Wright Ben , Higgs Eric 
Published: July 2024

AbstractThe objective of this article is to present a novel GIS plugin for classifying and georeferencing high‐resolution oblique imagery with the intention of creating landcover datasets for spatial analysis. The Mountain Image Analysis Suite (MIAS) is a newly released plugin for the open‐source software, QGIS. MIAS was developed with images from Mountain Legacy Project, the world's largest systematic collection of high‐resolution mountain images. It works with both grayscale and color imagery, including historical images that predate aerial and satellite imagery. MIAS encompasses four tools for classifying and georeferencing oblique images. The plugin accesses pretrained deep learning models from a PyTorch‐based segmentation network to automate the classification of landcover in oblique images. Monoplotting is accomplished through the construction of a virtual photograph simulating the view from the camera using a shaded relief model. Once the virtual photograph is produced, the user aligns the classified image to the virtual photograph using a set of control points. This allows the creation of a classified and georeferenced raster representing the landcover for the area visible in the original oblique image. Similar workflows to the one contained in MIAS have been used for landcover mapping with oblique images to a high level of accuracy. However, MIAS is the first piece of software to bring all stages of image analysis into a single platform. MIAS has many applications across diverse fields such as mountain research, ecological restoration, community‐based mapping, environmental planning, and more.
Real‐time performance improvement optimizes damage control resuscitation best practice adherence: Results of a pilot prospective observational study
Authors: Schmulevich Daniela , Geng Zhi , Joergensen Sarah M. , McLauchlan Nathaniel R. , Winter Eric , Zone Alea , Bishop Kathleen E. , Hinkle Alyson , Holland Sara , Cacchione Pamela Z. , Fox Erin E. , Abella Benjamin S. , Meador Christopher L. , Wade Charles E. , Hynes Allyson M. , Cannon Jeremy W. 
Published: July 2024

AbstractBackgroundMaintaining balanced blood product ratios during damage control resuscitation (DCR) is independently associated with improved survival. We hypothesized that real‐time performance improvement (RT‐PI) would increase adherence to DCR best practice.Study Design and MethodsFrom December 2020–August 2021, we prospectively used a bedside RT‐PI tool to guide DCR in severely injured patients surviving at least 30 min. RT‐PI study patients were compared to contemporary control patients at our institution and historic PROMMTT study patients. A subset of patients transfused ≥6 U red blood cells (RBC) in 6 h (MT+) was also identified. The primary endpoint was percentage time in a high ratio range (≥3:4) of plasma (PLAS):RBC and platelet (PLT):RBC over 6 h. Secondary endpoints included time to massive transfusion protocol activation, time to calcium and tranexamic acid (TXA) dosing, and cumulative 6‐h ratios.ResultsIncluded patients (n = 772) were 35 (24–51) years old with an Injury Severity Score of 27 (17–38) and 42% had penetrating injuries. RT‐PI (n = 10) patients spent 96% of the 6‐h resuscitation in a high PLAS:RBC range, no different versus CONTROL (n = 87) (96%) but more than PROMMTT (n = 675) (25%, p < .001). In the MT+ subgroup, optimal PLAS:RBC and PLT:RBC were maintained for the entire 6 h in RT‐PI (n = 4) versus PROMMTT (n = 391) patients for both PLAS (p < .001) and PLT ratios (p < .001). Time to TXA also improved significantly in RT‐PI versus CONTROL patients (27 min [22–31] vs. 51 min [29–98], p = .035).ConclusionIn this prospective study, RT‐PI was associated with optimized DCR. Multicenter validation of this novel approach to optimizing DCR implementation is warranted.