bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Embedding patients' values and preferences in guideline development for allergic diseases: The case study of Allergic Rhinitis and its Impact on Asthma 2024
Authors: Vieira Rafael José , Sousa‐Pinto Bernardo , Bognanni Antonio , Yepes‐Nuñez Juan José , Zhang Yuan , Lityńska Justyna , Sadowska Ewelina , Borowiack Ewa , Samolinski Boleslaw , Togias Alkis , Zuberbier Torsten , Bousquet Jean , Schünemann Holger J. 
Published: June 2024

AbstractRecommendations for or against the use of interventions need to consider both desirable and undesirable effects as well as patients' values and preferences (V&P). In the decision‐making context, patients' V&P represent the relative importance people place on the outcomes resulting from a decision. Therefore, the balance between desirable and undesirable effects from an intervention should depend not only on the difference between benefits and harms but also on the value that patients place on them. V&P are therefore one of the criteria to be considered when formulating guideline recommendations in the Evidence‐to‐Decision framework developed by the Grading of Recommendations, Assessment, Development and Evaluations (GRADE) Working Group. Patients' V&P may be quantified through utilities, which can be elicited using direct methods (e.g., standard gamble or time trade‐off) or indirect methods (using validated instruments to measure health‐related quality of life, such as EQ‐5D). The GRADE approach recommends conducting systematic reviews to summarise all the available evidence and assess the degree of certainty on V&P. In this article, we discuss the importance of considering patients' V&P and provide examples of how they are considered in the 2024 person‐centred Allergic Rhinitis and its Impact on Asthma (ARIA) guidelines.
Epitaxial Calcite Morphology Modified in the Presence of Magnesium and Sulfate Ions
Authors: Tighidet Hassiba , Joiret Suzanne , Cherchour Nabila , Brinis Naima , Aoudia Kahina 
Published: June 2024

AbstractMagnesium and sulfate are a determinant key in CaCO3 mineralization. However, the works of the literature have failed to provide a clear understanding of how these ions influence the nucleation‐growth of CaCO3 precipitation. Our study uses an electrochemical method, having for principle to impose a dissolved oxygen reduction potential on gold (111) films. This technique that allows the exclusive and controlled crystallization of epitaxial calcite established an ideal system for the study of foreign ions influence. The polymorph, composition and morphology of crystals are characterized using scanning electron microscopy (SEM) coupled with X‐ray energy dispersive spectroscopy (EDS) and Raman spectroscopy. The results demonstrate that the increase of calcium concentration in calcocarbonic pure solution enhances the nucleation and then the growth of calcite crystals without affecting their morphology and their orientation. However, the magnesium directly modifies the surface morphology of calcite as a consequence of Mg substitution to calcium ions and the inhibitive effect of magnesium is assured by an incorporation mechanism. In the matter of sulfate ions influence, the experimental results indicate that SO42− slows down the epitaxial calcite nucleation by substituting itself to carbonate ions preferentially in the center of the crystals facets causing an enlargement of the lattice parameter.
Evaluation of a vacuum insulated temperature calibration device to calibrate thermistor characteristics for skin cancer diagnosis
Authors: Fujita Homei , Nonaka Takashi , Hosokawa Yasushi , Kogawa Takuma , Guo Fuhui , Iseki Yuya , Yokota Miyo , Okabe Takahiro , Maruyama Shigenao 
Published: June 2024

AbstractRecent methods using thermistors as an early detection of skin cancer require the higher resolution of 5 mK. Previously, the authors developed a vacuum insulated temperature device that calibrates the resistance temperature characteristics of thermistors, so that it improves the temperature resolution and accuracy of skin cancer diagnosis. In this study, the operational methods of the calibration system were compared for improving further accuracy using the temperature calibration device and the oil tank calibration device. The results of the comparison indicated that the temperature calibration device is probably as accurate as the oil tank calibration device.
Copper Iodide Hybrid with Unique Cu3I3 Trimeric Inorganic Functional Unit and Far‐red/Near‐infrared Emission
Authors: Li Haibo , Su Chen , Wang Qianqian , Yang Jing , Zhu Jialin , Tong Hua , Zhao Ning , Liu Wei , Ouyang Gangfeng 
Published: June 2024

AbstractIn this paper, a neutral copper iodide hybrid with unique Cu3I3 trimeric inorganic functional unit is successfully fabricated using 5,6,7,8‐tetrahydroquinoxaline (L) with large steric‐hindrance group as the organic ligand. The hybrid owns a one‐dimensional (1D) extended polymeric structure in the form of Cu3I3(L)2. As a CuI‐based hybrid, 1D‐Cu3I3(L)2 has an infrequent far‐red/near‐infrared emission, exhibiting the potential application prospects in the field of display and night vision. Moreover, the luminescence mechanism is carefully studied by decay lifetime measurement and calculation of density of states, which is verified to be the combination of metal‐to‐ligand charge transfer and halide‐to‐ligand charge transfer.
A new soft‐switching high step‐up DC–DC converter with low voltage stress
Authors: Sharma Preeti , Hasanpour Sara , Kumar Rajneesh 
Published: June 2024

AbstractThis paper proposes a new high step‐up DC–DC converter with zero input current ripple for renewable energy sources applications, such as fuel cells. In this topology, a coupled inductor and a multiplier cell are used to achieve high voltage gains. The power switch in this proposed circuit turns on under zero voltage switching conditions. An active switch limits the maximum voltage stress across the main power switch. Moreover, all circuit diodes of the converter turn off without a reverse recovery problem. A detailed analysis of a high‐gain step‐up DC–DC converter is studied along with improved efficiency. The ripple cancellation of the input stage of the converter is done by adding an input inductor and capacitor. By including the parasitic elements, an approximate loss analysis was performed in PSIM and found the maximum efficiency of ∼96% in simulation and ∼94% in hardware for 200 W power level design for 30 V input voltage. Later on, the converter laboratory hardware prototype can be developed with selected parameters, and finally, experimental results have been used to validate the properties of the converter.
Effects of Cadmium and Nickel Mixtures on Multiple Endpoints of the Microalga Raphidocelis subcapitata
Authors: Reis Larissa Luiza dos , Abreu Cínthia Bruno , Gebara Renan Castelhano , Rocha Giseli Swerts , Longo Elson , Mansano Adrislaine da Silva , Melão Maria da Graça Gama 
Published: June 2024

Abstract
It is crucial to investigate the effects of mixtures of contaminants on aquatic organisms, because they reflect what occurs in the environment. Cadmium (Cd) and nickel (Ni) are metals that co-occur in aquatic ecosystems, and information is scarce on their joint toxicity to Chlorophyceae using multiple endpoints. We evaluated the effects of isolated and combined Cd and Ni metals on multiple endpoints of the chlorophycean Raphidocelis subcapitata. The results showed that Cd inhibited cell density, increased reactive oxygen species (ROS) production (up to 308% at 0.075 mg L−1 of Cd), chlorophyll a (Chl a) fluorescence (0.050–0.100 mg L−1 of Cd), cell size (0.025–0.100 mg L−1 of Cd), and cell complexity in all concentrations evaluated. Nickel exposure decreased ROS production by up to 25% at 0.25 mg L−1 of Ni and Chl a fluorescence in all concentrations assessed. Cell density and oxygen-evolving complex (initial fluorescence/variable fluorescence [F0/Fv]) were only affected at 0.5 mg L−1 of Ni. In terms of algal growth, mixture toxicity showed antagonism at low doses and synergism at high doses, with a dose level change greater than the median inhibitory concentration. The independent action model and dose-level–dependent deviation best fit our data. Cadmium and Ni mixtures resulted in a significant increase in cell size and cell complexity, as well as changes in ROS production and Chl a fluorescence, and they did not affect the photosynthetic parameters. Environ Toxicol Chem 2024;43:1855–1869. © 2024 SETAC
Dementia care landscape in Nepal: Understanding the context, barriers, and opportunities for the development of a national dementia care plan
Authors: Thapa P. , Marahatta K. , Upadhyay Raj S. , Sapkota N. , Baral P. , Lama S. , Kamholz B. , Paudel S. , Basnet M. 
Published: June 2024

AbstractObjectiveThis study was conducted to comprehensively understand the context, barriers, and opportunities for improving dementia care, treatment, and support. The objective is to guide the development of a national dementia care plan.MethodologyThis document review was conducted by analyzing literature available in the public domain, including scientific publications, project documents/reports, media reports, and hospital records. Additionally, annual reports published by the Department of Health Services, national census and demographic and health survey reports, Old Age Homes, and other relevant government reports were examined. Firsthand information was gathered from relevant stakeholders based on the World Health Organization's situational analysis framework for dementia plans. This framework encompasses four domains: Policy context (national ministries, legislation, policies, strategies, plans related to dementia, mental health, aging, and disability), service delivery assessment (health and social care workforces, services, support and treatment programmes, and promotion of awareness and understanding), and epidemiological indicators (prevalence and incidence rates of dementia, risk factors). Ethical clearance was obtained from the Institutional Review Committee (IRC) of B.P. Koirala Institute of Health Sciences (IRC no.2658/023).ResultsExisting policies in Nepal inadequately address the needs of people with dementia and their caregivers. Concerning health services, the Government of Nepal provides financial subsidies to individuals diagnosed with dementia; however, numerous hurdles impede access to care. These obstacles include geographical and structural barriers, an inefficient public healthcare system, weak governance, financial constraints, low awareness levels, stigma, and inadequate workforce. Furthermore, the absence of robust nationally representative epidemiological studies on dementia in Nepal hampers the development of evidence‐based plans and policies. Similarly, there are no interventions targeted at caregivers of people with dementia, and no initiatives for dementia prevention are in place.ConclusionsThis review underscores the urgent need to formulate a comprehensive national dementia care plan to address the growing challenges. Key priority action areas include the integration of dementia care into primary healthcare services, training workforce to provide the care, increasing awareness, mitigating stigma, developing caregiver support programs, and initiating high‐quality research to inform evidence‐based policymaking.
Mobile bearing shows larger rollback motion than fixed bearing in total knee arthroplasty using a medial stabilising technique with a navigation system
Authors: Tsushima Takahiro , Sasaki Eiji , Sasaki Shizuka , Oishi Kazuki , Sakamoto Yukiko , Kimura Yuka , Otsuka Hironori , Yamamoto Yuji , Tsuda Eiichi , Ishibashi Yasuyuki 
Published: June 2024

AbstractPurposeThis study aimed to investigate the intraoperative knee kinematics of cruciate‐retaining total knee arthroplasty with a medial stabilising technique (MST‐TKA) and compare the kinematics between mobile‐ and fixed‐bearing MST‐TKAs. We hypothesised that mobile‐bearing MST‐TKA would result in greater physiological kinematic motion than fixed‐bearing MST‐TKA.MethodsTwenty‐one and 20 knees underwent mobile‐ and fixed‐bearing MST‐TKAs using a navigation system (Orthopilot® ver. 6.0; B. Braun Aesculap), respectively. In the preoperative and postoperative kinematic analysis, the knee was moved manually from 0° to 120°, and femoral anteroposterior translations of the medial femoral condyle (MFC) and lateral femoral condyle (LFC) were recorded every 0.1 s from 0° to 120°. Data were subsequently extracted from the software every 10° of flexion and compared between the two groups, and the correlation coefficients between preoperative and postoperative kinematics were calculated.ResultsIn the postoperative analysis, the MFC in the mobile‐bearing group showed significant posterior translation at 100°, 110° and 120° compared to the fixed‐bearing group (p < 0.01). Similarly, the LFC in the mobile‐bearing group showed significant posterior translation at 100°, 110° and 120° compared to the fixed‐bearing group (p < 0.05, p < 0.01 and p < 0.05, respectively). In the mobile‐bearing group, the preoperative and postoperative anteroposterior translations of the MFC and LFC were correlated (p < 0.01), while in the fixed‐bearing group, there was no correlation.ConclusionThe femoral rollback motion in the mobile‐bearing MST‐TKA correlated with the preoperative kinematics and was larger than that in the fixed‐bearing group.Level of EvidenceLevel II, therapeutic prospective cohort study.
Testing the ecological footprint of economic growth in developing countries. The case of Vietnam
Authors: Nguyen Minh‐Quang , Dimou Michel , Vu Thi Thu Huong , Schaffar Alexandra , The Cong Phan , Nguyen Ngoc Quynh 
Published: June 2024

AbstractThis study focuses on the relationship between economic growth and environmental degradation, by testing the Environmental Kuznets Curve hypothesis in Vietnam, a main export‐oriented country that features a long period of economic growth. The main originality of this work is that, unlike previous studies, it uses ecological footprint as the main indicator for environmental degradation. This allows to reconsider the results from previous studies that only focus on CO2 emissions performances. The cointegration between the analysed variables is investigated using the autoregressive distributed lag (ARDL) approach. To determine the parameters of the Environmental Kuznets Curve in the sample, this work additionally analyses long‐ and short‐run estimations. The paper shows that the EKC hypothesis holds in the long term for Vietnam when using ecological footprint. Nevertheless, it also shows that not only growth but also primary energy consumption contributes to increased environmental destruction. An active ecological policy and the decrease of fossil energy use seem necessary to allow Vietnam to keep a high level of economic growth and reduce environmental degradation.
Adopting Underdogs' Ideas Triggers Fairness? When and How Underachievers' Voice Endorsement Promotes Team Voice
Authors: Ni Dan , Wu Wen , Wu Shaoxue (Eric) , Zhang Yihua , Chen Chong , Zhang Rui 
Published: June 2024

SummaryPrevious research on employee voice endorsement has mostly focused on its antecedents. In particular, most scholars seem to consider employee voice endorsement as a factor influencing only the voicers themselves. Thus, they have ignored its interpersonal influences, such as at the team level. The present study explores the influence of underachievers' voice endorsement on team voice. Specifically, we not only examine a boundary condition in this relationship but also develop and test a new construct of supervisors' voice judgment fairness as a mediator. Data from two multi‐wave, multi‐source surveys show that when underachievers' voice quality is higher (versus lower), the positive relationship between underachievers' voice endorsement and supervisors' voice judgment fairness is stronger, which in turn enhances team voice. These results offer meaningful theoretical implications for the voice endorsement literature and practical implications for organizations.
Self‐Regulation Prompts Improve Creative Performance
Authors: Zielińska Aleksandra , Lebuda Izabela , Czerwonka Marta , Karwowski Maciej 
Published: June 2024

ABSTRACTWhile people approach creative actions in diverse ways, navigating them effectively requires self‐regulatory effort. In this preregistered experiment, we examined whether simple self‐regulation prompts, provided across the stages of the creative process, make the outcomes more creative. Participants (N = 332) engaged in one of three creativity tasks—designing a logo, writing a short story, or preparing a greeting card—and documented their ongoing progress with photos. During the task, half of the participants received prompts tailored to their task progress, encouraging the employment of various self‐regulatory mechanisms (e.g., uncertainty acceptance, adjusting approach). Consistent with our predictions, promoting a strategic approach throughout the task led participants to develop more creative products than those in the no‐prompt condition. Moreover, we demonstrated two indirect paths behind the prompts' effectiveness: first, via enhancing positive active emotions, and second, through fostering a greater time commitment to the task. On a theoretical level, the proposed prompting approach highlights the advantages of self‐regulatory engagement during creative actions beyond solely idea generation strategies. Methodologically, our study underscores the simplicity of such interventions and their potential broad applicability.
A compact broadband RF rectifier using two‐stage microstrip lines
Authors: Liu Yang , Liu Wenbo , Yin Dawei , Wang Tao , Huang Xingyu , Qin Jinghang 
Published: June 2024

AbstractThis paper simulates and measures a compact broadband rectifier for voltage doubler Schottky diode. Among them, a two‐stage microstrip line impedance matching network for voltage doubling circuits is used. The imaginary part of the diode impedance is limited by the short‐circuit branch. The impedance conversion transmission line matches the impedance to 50 Ω. The impedance matching in the circuit is only realized by two‐stage microstrip lines, which reduces the physical size of the rectifier and makes the rectifier more compact. Judging the measurement results from 0.8 to 2.5 GHz, the conversion efficiency is greater than 30% at 0 dBm, the bandwidth is 103%, and the maximum conversion efficiency reaches 66.3% at 8 dBm. In addition, the compact size of the rectifier is 23 × 20 mm2.
Design and investigation of celastrol‐peptide nanoassemblies and their binding interactions with superoxide dismutase 1 and its mutants
Authors: Goncalves Beatriz G. , Phan Chau Anh N. , Biggs Mary A. , Hunt Hannah L. , Banerjee Ipsita A. 
Published: June 2024

AbstractThe misfolding and aggregation of superoxide dismutase 1 (SOD1) and its mutants has been implicated in amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). In this study, we have created three peptide conjugates with the antioxidant pentacyclic terpene celastrol and examined their interactions with SOD1 and its mutants A4V and G93A. The peptides YYIVS, MPDAHL, and GSGGL are derived from natural sources and are known for their inherent antioxidant properties. Docking studies revealed that most conjugates showed strong binding with the metal binding and electrostatic loops as well as the β1, β5, and β6 hydrophobic core of SOD1. The conjugates were synthesized and self‐assembled into nanoassemblies. Surface plasmon resonance studies further confirmed the binding interactions of the nanoassemblies with the SOD1 proteins. The nanoassemblies were found to internalize into HEK293T cells. The HEK 293T cells were then transfected with GFP fused WT (Wild Type), A4V and G93A SOD1 mutants. Flow cytometry revealed that treatment with celastrol‐peptide nanoassemblies, affected the fluorescence of the SOD1 protein, implying their role in modulating SOD1, particularly for the mutants. N–Acetyl–Leu–Leu–Norleucinal (ALLN) induced SOD1 aggregation was also affected upon treatment with the nanoassemblies. These results suggest that the nanoassemblies may potentially modulate the activity and structure of SOD1.
Willingness of rural and urban citizens to undertake pollinator conservation actions across three contrasting European countries
Authors: Geppert Costanza , Franceschinis Cristiano , Fijen Thijs P. M. , Kleijn David , Scheper Jeroen , Steffan‐Dewenter Ingolf , Thiene Mara , Marini Lorenzo 
Published: June 2024

Abstract

Over the last two decades, ecological and conservation studies on pollinator insects have increased significantly. However, scientific evidence alone is not enough to translate knowledge into policy and into changes in behaviour. To reduce the gap between scientific knowledge on conservation actions and their actual uptake, one should understand the socio‐psychological drivers of people's willingness to undertake these actions.

Here, we investigated the socio‐psychological factors influencing individual behaviour in favour of conservation interventions for pollinators in rural versus urban environments across three European countries: Germany, Italy and the Netherlands. We administered an online questionnaire to 4541 respondents stratified by nationality, environment, age and gender.

Despite regional differences in socio‐cultural and economic conditions, individuals from Germany, Italy and the Netherlands living in both rural or urban environments shared similar socio‐psychological drivers to protect pollinators. People intended to take action to protect pollinators when they felt morally obliged to, when their social environment supported pollinator protection, when they believed their individual behaviour had an impact, and when they engaged frequently in outdoor activities.

Interestingly, specific values held towards pollinators, such as their right to exist, seemed much more important predictors of activating norms that promote conservation actions compared to increasing general environmental concern. In all countries, among the conservation actions, the most likely to be implemented was planting flowers, while one of the most unlikely was participating in monitoring activities.

Synthesis and applications. People from three contrasting European countries living in both rural and urban landscapes were mostly driven by the same socio‐psychological factors to help pollinator insects. Therefore, our results offer several practical recommendations to promote pollinator conservation across Europe. First, conservation practitioners interested in pollinator conservation should pay greater attention to values specific to pollinators, as they seemed more important behaviour predictors than general care for the environment. Second, engaging people in conservation efforts can be accomplished by increasing awareness about the vital roles that pollinators play within ecosystems. Lastly, promoting simple nature‐based activities such as wildlife observation, and gardening can help foster a sense of connection to and appreciation for pollinators and pollination.

Read the free Plain Language Summary for this article on the Journal blog.