bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
The changes in zoological publication rates and focal subdisciplines between 1960 and 2022
Authors: LUO Tianbao , LI Liyu , WANG Qian , LIU Wentong , GUO Jinyu , YAN Yimei , CHRIS Newman , ZHOU Youbing , ZHAO Jin 
Published: July 2024

AbstractSince ancient times, zoology, as the branch of biology dealing with animals, has been a cornerstone of natural science and has developed substantially over the last century. We conducted a bibliometric analysis using structural topic modeling (STM) to determine changes in the representation of principal zoological subdisciplines in the literature between 1960 and 2022. We collated a corpus of 217 414 articles from 88 top‐ranked zoology journals and identified three main fields: (i) ecology, (ii) evolution, and (iii) applied research. Within these, we identified 10 major subdisciplines. The number of studies published per year grew from 118 in 1960 to 6635 in 2022. Macroscale‐related subdisciplines increased while classical and traditional subdisciplines decreased. Mammals (34.4%) and insects (18.1%) were the dominant taxa covered, followed by birds (15.2%) and fish (8.0%). Research on mammals, insects, and fish involved a broad range of subdisciplines, whereas studies of birds focused on ecological subdisciplines. Most publications were from the United States, followed by the United Kingdom, Germany, Canada, Australia, China, and Japan, with two developing countries, China and South Africa among the top 15 countries. There were different subdiscipline biases between countries, and the gross domestic product of each country correlated positively with its publication output (R2 = 0.681). We discuss our findings in the context of advances in technological innovations and computing power, as well as the emergence of ecology as a formal sister discipline, driven by changing environmental pressures and societal values. We caution that valuable publications from traditional zoological fields must not be completely supplanted by more contemporary topics and increasingly sophisticated analyses.
Letter: Association of serum growth differentiation factor 15 and liver‐related outcomes in patients with MASLD
Authors: Wang Jian , Fan Tao , Zhang Shaoqiu , Wu Chao , Huang Rui 
Published: July 2024

LINKED CONTENTThis article is linked to Kumazaki et al papers. To view these articles, visit https://doi.org/10.1111/apt.18063 and https://doi.org/10.1111/apt.18186
Letter: Association of serum growth differentiation factor 15 and liver‐related outcomes in patients with MASLD—Authors' reply
Authors: Kumazaki Shusuke , Hikita Hayato , Tahata Yuki , Takehara Tetsuo 
Published: July 2024

LINKED CONTENTThis article is linked to Kumazaki et al. papers. To view these articles, visit https://doi.org/10.1111/apt.18063 and https://doi.org/10.1111/apt.18150
Systematic review: Methotrexate—A poorly understood and underused medication in inflammatory bowel disease
Authors: Sequier Léa , Caron Bénédicte , Loeuille Damien , Honap Sailish , Jairath Vipul , Netter Patrick , Danese Silvio , Sibilia Jean , Peyrin‐Biroulet Laurent 
Published: July 2024

SummaryBackgroundMethotrexate, an immunosuppressant used for the treatment of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) for over 30 years, remains underused compared to thiopurines.AimsTo review the efficacy, safety, optimal dosing and delivery regimens of methotrexate in adults with IBD.MethodsWe conducted a systematic review of studies involving patients with IBD treated with methotrexate from inception to August 2023. All studies were included from the MEDLINE database via PubMed.ResultsFor Crohn's disease, we included eight randomised controlled trials (RCTs) and 17 observational studies. Parenteral methotrexate effectively increased remission rates in steroid‐dependent patients at 25 mg/week for 16 weeks and at 15 mg/week for maintenance. Methotrexate can be used in combination with anti‐tumour necrosis factor (TNF) agents to reduce immunogenicity. Data comparing thiopurines and methotrexate remain scarce. For ulcerative colitis (UC), we included five RCTs and 10 observational studies were included; there was no evidence to support the use of methotrexate in (UC). We extracted safety data from 17 studies; mild‐to‐moderate adverse effects were common. The incidence of liver fibrosis or cirrhosis was low.ConclusionMethotrexate is effective at inducing and maintaining remission in steroid‐refractory Crohn's disease and can reduce anti‐TNF‐induced immunogenicity when used in combination therapy. Data regarding tolerance and safety are reassuring. These findings challenge preconceived ideas on methotrexate and suggest that it is a valid first‐line conventional option for the treatment of mild‐to‐moderate Crohn's disease.
Yes, we can (but for different reasons): Collective narcissism is linked to different values but similar pro‐ingroup collective action tendencies among disadvantaged and advantaged ethnic groups
Authors: Marinthe Gaëlle , Cislak Aleksandra , Stronge Samantha , Biddlestone Mikey , Azevedo Flavio , Kasper Alice , Sibley Chris G. , Cichocka Aleksandra 
Published: July 2024

AbstractCollective narcissism, a belief that one's group is exceptional and entitled to special treatment but underappreciated by others, is related to important social and political outcomes but has been predominantly studied in advantaged groups. The present research compares the motivational correlates (through values) of collective narcissism in ethnic groups of different status (advantaged and disadvantaged) and explores its associations with attitudes towards, and intention to engage in collective action. Three studies examined these processes in different national and intergroup contexts (total N = 16,275). Overall, ethnic collective narcissism was linked to self‐protective values (power, and less consistently, conservation) in advantaged groups but to universalism in disadvantaged groups. Moreover, in both advantaged and disadvantaged groups, ethnic collective narcissism was related to more positive attitudes towards, and intentions of pro‐ingroup actions but not to attitudes towards (other) disadvantaged groups (i.e., intergroup solidarity). These studies suggest that collective narcissism may be associated with different motivations, yet linked to similar intergroup attitudes among advantaged and disadvantaged groups.
Evaluation in Neural Style Transfer: A Review
Authors: Ioannou Eleftherios , Maddock Steve 
Published: July 2024

AbstractThe field of neural style transfer (NST) has witnessed remarkable progress in the past few years, with approaches being able to synthesize artistic and photorealistic images and videos of exceptional quality. To evaluate such results, a diverse landscape of evaluation methods and metrics is used, including authors' opinions based on side‐by‐side comparisons, human evaluation studies that quantify the subjective judgements of participants, and a multitude of quantitative computational metrics which objectively assess the different aspects of an algorithm's performance. However, there is no consensus regarding the most suitable and effective evaluation procedure that can guarantee the reliability of the results. In this review, we provide an in‐depth analysis of existing evaluation techniques, identify the inconsistencies and limitations of current evaluation methods, and give recommendations for standardized evaluation practices. We believe that the development of a robust evaluation framework will not only enable more meaningful and fairer comparisons among NST methods but will also enhance the comprehension and interpretation of research findings in the field.
Modeling rare plant habitat together with public land managers using an iterative, coproduced process to inform decision‐making on multiple‐use public lands
Authors: Jarnevich Catherine S. , Carter Sarah K. , Davidson Zoe M. , MacPhee Nicole (Nik) D. , Alexander Patrick J. , Hays Brandon , Belamaric Pairsa N. , Harms Benjamin R. 
Published: July 2024

AbstractPublic lands across the United States are managed for multiple uses, resources, and values ranging from energy development to rare plant conservation. Intensified energy development and other land use changes across the Southwestern United States have increased the need for proactive management to mitigate impacts to rare plants. Habitat suitability models can inform decision‐making and lead to more effective conservation of rare plants and their habitats, but high‐quality models that are suited for use at local scales are lacking for many species. Our team of scientists and managers developed ensembles of habitat suitability models for five rare plant species in New Mexico using a coproduced, iterative framework complemented by comprehensive ground truthing and tailoring of products for use in public land decisions. Our process resulted in substantial differences from initial models through changes to environmental predictors, species occurrence and background data, and development of new species‐specific predictors. Involving species experts and end users in model development can strengthen the process and resulting model and build understanding and trust in final products. Both factors can promote use of models to inform public land permitting and planning decisions that may affect rare plants, including by guiding development away from highly suitable habitats.
No‐ and low‐alcohol beer and the sponsorship of sport in Australia: An audit of sponsorship partnerships and analysis of marketing tactics
Authors: Miller Mia , Wright Cassandra C. J. 
Published: July 2024

AbstractIntroductionAlcohol sponsorship of sport is associated with increased alcohol consumption. Little research to date has examined the sponsorship of sport by no‐ and low‐alcohol (NoLo) beverage brands, despite concern that the marketing of these products might be harmful to young people. This study had dual aims: to identify sporting partnerships between NoLo beers and Australian sport, and examine marketing tactics used in social media advertising to promote these partnerships.MethodsOur sample included NoLo beers sold online from three large Australian alcohol retailers. First, we performed a qualitative content analysis of partnerships between NoLo beers and sport using publicly available online information. We then analysed the 118 social media posts of NoLo brands linked to these partnerships using a coding framework adapted from the alcohol literature.ResultsOf 34 brands, 13 had sporting sponsorship partnerships across a range of spectator and participatory sports. Key marketing tactics identified on social media were activations, time‐and event‐specific drinking, influencer marketing, competitions, and corporate social responsibility. In particular, NoLo brands aim to disrupt the sports drink market by advertising their products as healthy recovery drinks, or ‘sports beers’, through activation events. Brands are also using influencer marketing and competitions, two tactics shown to be particularly persuasive for young people.Discussion and ConclusionsNoLo beer brands strategically align with Australian sports to promote NoLo consumption. As they are classified as soft drinks in Australia, NoLo beverages are not regulated like alcohol. Future discussions around sports sponsorship and advertising regulation must consider NoLo products.
Evidence base for yearly respiratory virus vaccines: Current status and proposed improved strategies
Authors: Barosa Mariana , Ioannidis John P. A. , Prasad Vinay 
Published: July 2024

AbstractAnnual vaccination is widely recommended for influenza and SARS‐CoV‐2. In this essay, we analyse and question the prevailing policymaking approach to these respiratory virus vaccines, especially in the United States. Every year, licensed influenza vaccines are reformulated to include specific strains expected to dominate in the season ahead. Updated vaccines are rapidly manufactured and approved without further regulatory requirement of clinical data. Novel vaccines (i.e. new products) typically undergo clinical trials, though generally powered for clinically unimportant outcomes (e.g. lab‐confirmed infections, regardless of symptomatology or antibody levels). Eventually, the current and future efficacy of influenza and COVID‐19 vaccines against hospitalization or death carries considerable uncertainty. The emergence of highly transmissible SARS‐CoV‐2 variants and waning vaccine‐induced immunity led to plummeting vaccine effectiveness, at least against symptomatic infection, and booster doses have since been widely recommended. No further randomized trials were performed for clinically important outcomes for licensed updated boosters. In both cases, annual vaccine effectiveness estimates are generated by observational research, but observational studies are particularly susceptible to confounding and bias. Well‐conducted experimental studies, particularly randomized trials, are necessary to address persistent uncertainties about influenza and COVID‐19 vaccines. We propose a new research framework which would render results relevant to the current or future respiratory viral seasons. We demonstrate that experimental studies are feasible by adopting a more pragmatic approach and provide strategies on how to do so. When it comes to implementing policies that seriously impact people's lives, require substantial public resources and/or rely on widespread public acceptance, high evidence standards are desirable.
A spatial analysis of the economic returns to land‐use change from agriculture to renewable energy production: Evidence from Ireland
Authors: Geoghegan Cathal , O'Donoghue Cathal 
Published: July 2024

AbstractCountries are looking to reduce their agricultural sector's carbon footprint while encouraging economic and environmental sustainability. One proposed method of making agriculture more sustainable while maintaining farm incomes is through the production of bioenergy feedstocks. We examine the spatial aspect of the production of renewable energy feedstocks in Ireland. Two feedstocks are looked at—grass silage and short‐rotation coppice (SRC) willow. Spatial microsimulation analysis is utilised to assess the spatial suitability for alternative land uses, simulating land‐use change to compare economic returns with the current agricultural use. A farm‐based carbon subsidy is modelled based on avoided agricultural emissions and carbon sequestered. We find that midlands counties, especially those in the north midlands, have the highest proportion of land where feedstocks would be more profitable than the current agricultural use. Counties on the western seaboard have the lowest proportion of land where feedstocks would give greater returns. The amount of land where feedstocks are more profitable increases as greater carbon subsidies are provided. Of the two feedstocks assessed, SRC willow cultivation is more profitable than grass silage production. The overwhelming majority of land where producing feedstocks would be more profitable has cattle farming as its current use.
Incidence and associated factors for hypotension during continuous renal replacement therapy in critically ill patients
Authors: Nie Anliu , Zhang Shuzeng , Cai Mingju , Yu Limei , Li Jianfeng , Su Xiangfen 
Published: July 2024

AbstractAimsThis work aimed to analyse retrospective data on hypotension incidence and associated factors among patients requiring continuous renal replacement therapy.BackgroundThe incidence and risk factors of continuous renal replacement therapy‐related hypotension have not been adequately explored.DesignThe study was designed as a retrospective analysis.MethodsPatients who required continuous renal replacement therapy in the ICU between January 2017 and June 2021 were reviewed. The multivariate logistic regression model was used to determine the associated factors of hypotension.ResultsHypotension occurred in 242 out of 885 circuits (27.3%) among 140 patients. The logistic regression analysis identified seven factors associated with the occurrence of hypotension during CRRT: serum albumin (OR = 0.969, 95%CI: 0.934–0.999), serum calcium (OR = 0.514, 95%CI: 0.345–0.905), CO2CP (OR = 0.933, 95%CI: 0.897–0.971), use of vasopressors (OR = 5.731, 95%CI: 4.023–8.165), hypotension before CRRT initiation (OR = 2.779, 95%CI:1.238–6.242), age (OR = 1.016, 95%CI: 1.005–1.027), and fluid removal rate (OR = 1.002, 95%CI: 1.001–1.003).ConclusionsHypotension frequently occurs in patients receiving continuous renal replacement therapy, especially in the early stages. Multiple factors can be associated with cardiac output or peripheral resistance changes, including excessive ultrafiltration, vasopressors, serum albumin and serum calcium levels, and carbon dioxide combining power.
Mediation by parent health literacy and behaviour of socioeconomic inequality in child overweight
Authors: Lepe Alexander , Muhamed Tamool A. S. , Reijneveld Sijmen A. , de Kroon Marlou L. A. 
Published: July 2024

SummaryBackgroundSocioeconomic inequalities contribute to childhood overweight. Identifying mediators could help reduce these inequalities.ObjectiveWe assessed to what extent and how parental health literacy and health behaviours mediate the relationship between parental socioeconomic status and childhood overweight.MethodsData were taken from the multigenerational prospective Dutch Lifelines Cohort Study. We included 6683 children, baseline age 9.8 years (SD = 2.6), with an average follow‐up of 36.2 months (SD = 9.3). Overweight was defined using age‐ and sex‐specific cut‐offs. Three indicators of socioeconomic status were included: education, income and occupation. We assessed the mediating role of parental health literacy and health behaviours (smoking, diet, physical activity and alcohol) using causal mediation.ResultsFour additional years of education and an SD‐increase in both income and occupation decreased the odds of childhood overweight by 42%, 12% and 20%, respectively. Only parental smoking independently mediated the relationship of both education (6.6%) and occupation (5.7%) with overweight. Parental health behaviours jointly explained 8.4% (education), 19.4% (income) and 9.8% (occupation) per relationship. Lastly, adding parental health literacy explained 10.8% (education), 27.4% (income) and 13.3% (occupation) of these relationships.ConclusionsWe found large socioeconomic inequalities in childhood overweight. Remarkably, parental smoking was a key mediator. Therefore, prevention targeting smoking may reduce socioeconomic inequalities in childhood overweight.
Identify, screen and treat via electronic pathway: a semiautomated approach to retriaging a liver clinic waitlist
Authors: Flanagan Eliza , Pianko Stephen , Ho Cindy , Saxby Edward , Grant Julianne , Bell Sally , Stuart Rhonda , Le Suong 
Published: July 2024

AbstractBackgroundLong specialist outpatient waiting lists are a source of clinical risk. Triage assignment is based on subjective assessment of referrals and fails to account for dynamic changes in disease status while patients await clinical review.AimsTo pilot an innovative triage method using a trifold approach to conduct noninvasive assessment of fibrosis and to determine the feasibility of reflex hepatitis C virus (HCV) polymerase chain reaction (PCR) testing.MethodsA total of 1006 patients awaiting an initial liver clinic appointment at a tertiary Australian hospital were sent a short message service (SMS) requesting a blood test be completed. The first 60 patients received an SMS only, and the subsequent 946 patients also received a phone call from a Liver Care Guide (LCG), a nonclinician employed to increase patient engagement. Liver fibrosis assessment through noninvasive testing was performed using an aspartate aminotransferase to platelet ratio index (APRI) and fibrosis‐4 (FIB4) score. Patients with an APRI ≥1, FIB4 ≥3.25 or positive HCV PCR were retriaged to Category 1.ResultsFour hundred ninety (49%) patients completed testing and 40 (4%) were triaged to Category 1. Subanalyses demonstrated increased response rates with LCG input (P = 0.012). Retriaged patients had been on the waitlist for a median of 216 days, exceeding initial category recommendations.ConclusionThis study successfully implemented a semiautomated strategy that prioritises patients with probable advanced liver disease or active HCV, demonstrating enhanced patient engagement with LCG support. It highlights the burden of patients referred for specialist care and the need for innovative strategies for monitoring and objective risk stratification.
A new maximum age observed within the family Labridae, ballan wrasse Labrus bergylta
Authors: Pritchard Calum J. , Stendal Marthe M. R. , Treasurer Jim , Halvorsen Kim T. , Skiftesvik Anne B. 
Published: July 2024

AbstractBallan wrasse Labrus bergylta is the largest species of wrasse inhabiting European waters and one of the longest‐living species within the family Labridae. A large specimen was caught off the coast of Skjerjehamn, western Norway (total length = 410 mm; weight = 1274 g). The age of the specimen was determined to be 34 years old based on the analysis of its opercula bones. This specimen establishes a new maximum age for ballan wrasse, 5 years older than the previously observed maximum age.
The evidence from in vitro primary fibroblasts and a randomized, double‐blind, placebo‐controlled clinical trial of tuna collagen peptides intake on skin health
Authors: Morakul Boontida , Teeranachaideekul Veerawat , Wongrakpanich Amaraporn , Leanpolchareanchai Jiraporn 
Published: July 2024

AbstractBackgroundCollagen peptides from various sources demonstrate benefits in health and well‐being both in vitro and in clinical trials. However, there is a scarce study of collagen peptides from Tuna on skin health.AimsTo investigate the impact of collagen peptides derived from Tuna (Katsuwonus pelamis and Thunnus albacares) on skin health, utilizing in vitro biological studies and a randomized controlled trial.MethodsIn vitro biological studies on human dermal primary fibroblasts were evaluated in terms of collagen and elastin synthesis and senescent cell inhibition. A randomized, placebo‐controlled, double‐blind clinical trial was conducted on 72 women who were randomly assigned to receive either tuna collagen peptides (n = 36) or a placebo (n = 36) orally for 8 weeks and 2 weeks post‐ingestion by measuring skin hydration, transepidermal water loss (TEWL), skin elasticity, and skin density.ResultsIn vitro biological effects demonstrated dose‐dependent positive results in increasing collagen and elastin synthesis and reducing senescent cells. The effects on collagen and senescent cells plateaued at high concentrations. A clinical trial showed that the test group experienced a significant increase in skin hydration, elasticity, and density, along with a decrease in TEWL compared to the baseline. The test and placebo groups showed statistically significant differences at 8 weeks for all parameters except for the TEWL at the face. All positive effects were substantially retained even after 2 weeks of discontinuation.ConclusionsThese findings demonstrate the significant potential of tuna collagen peptides to promote human skin health, warranting further investigation as a potential nutraceutical.