bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Kommunale Gesundheitskompetenz und kommunale Kapazitätsentwicklung
Authors: Röding D. , von Holt I. , Decker L. , Ünlü S. , Walter U. 
Published: June 2024

Zusammenfassung
Hintergrund
Aus Sicht kritischer Gesundheitskompetenz sollten Kommunen die notwendige Kapazität dafür haben, um vor Ort die gesellschaftlichen Determinanten der Gesundheit zu gestalten. Obwohl sich in der kommunalen Gesundheitsförderung zunehmend Kapazitätsentwicklungsansätze verbreiten, sind diese in Deutschland noch kaum erforscht. Der Beitrag geht der Frage nach, wie verschiedene Facetten kommunaler Kapazität für Gesundheitsförderung in ausgewählten deutschen Städten und Gemeinden ausgeprägt sind und ob die COVID-19(„coronavirus disease 2019“)-Pandemie die kommunale Gesundheitsförderung beeinflusste.

Methoden
Datenbasis ist die von der CTC-EFF(„Effectiveness of the Community Prevention System Communities That Care“)-Studie in 2023 durchgeführte zweite Welle einer Befragung kommunaler Schlüsselpersonen (n = 235) aus 30 Städten und Gemeinden in Niedersachsen, Rheinland-Pfalz und Baden-Württemberg. Erhoben wurden Daten zu den lokalen Rahmenbedingungen und der kommunalen Kapazität für Prävention und Gesundheitsförderung (PGF). Es wurden deskriptive Analysen durchgeführt.

Ergebnisse
Kapazitätsaspekte, die in den meisten Kommunen ein gutes Level haben, sind Problemlösefähigkeit der Kommune, interorganisationaler Informationsaustausch sowie Rückhalt seitens der in den Kommunen lebenden Menschen gegenüber Maßnahmen zur Prävention von jugendlichem Problemverhalten. Facetten, die in vielen Kommunen Defizite aufweisen, sind die strategische Planung, Verknüpfung und Koordination von Maßnahmen, Ressourcenausstattung, interorganisationales Teilen von Ressourcen, evidenzbasiertes Vorgehen sowie Öffentlichkeitsarbeit zu den lokalen Angeboten. Die Coronapandemie hatte in den meisten Kommunen einen großen Einfluss auf die Präventionsarbeit. Es finden sich Hinweise auf Nachholeffekte in der Umsetzung von PGF-Maßnahmen.

Schlussfolgerung
Die Ergebnisse offenbaren einige Stärken und viele Schwächen in der kommunalen Kapazität für PGF. Um die kritische Gesundheitskompetenz der Kommunen zu steigern, sollten wirksame Kapazitätsentwicklungsansätze genutzt werden. Die Generalisierbarkeit der Ergebnisse ist limitiert und es besteht Forschungsbedarf zur untersuchten Thematik.
Completeness and calibration of the Italian Seismological Instrumental and Parametric Database (ISIDe) before 16 April 2005
Authors: Lolli Barbara , Vannucci Gianfranco , Gasperini Paolo 
Published: June 2024

Abstract
The Italian Seismological Instrumental and Parametric Database (ISIDe) is the recipient of earthquake data collected in real-time by the Istituto Nazionale di Geofisica e Vulcanologia (INGV), and used by the studies of earthquake forecasting and seismic hazard assessment in Italy in the last decade. When it went online, following a significant improvement of the seismic acquisition system of INGV, it was including only data since the second fortnight of April 2005. About ten years later, the data since the beginning of 1985 suddenly appeared without any prior notice than the updating of the starting date of the dataset. However, the characteristics of the added data appeared clearly different from the following period both in terms of the numbers of located earthquakes and of types of magnitudes provided. After having analyzed the numerical consistency and the calibration of magnitudes of ISIDe as a function of time from 1985 to 15 April 2005, we can say that such a dataset is incomplete and poorly calibrated compared to other catalogs of Italian seismicity (CSTI, CSI, and HORUS) available for the same period. Hence, we suggest not using it as is for statistical analyses of Italian seismicity. However, it provides some magnitudes that are missed by other catalogs and thus might be used for improving such catalogs.
Ecoregional height–diameter models for Scots pine in Turkiye
Authors: Sağlam Fadime , Sakici Oytun Emre 
Published: June 2024

AbstractEcoregion-based height-diameter models were developed in the present study for Scots pine (Pinus sylvestris L.) stands in Turkiye and included several ecological factors derived from a pre-existing ecoregional classification system. The data were obtained from 2831 sample trees in 292 sample plots. Ten generalized height–diameter models were developed, and the best model (HD10) was selected according to statistical criteria. Then, nonlinear mixed-effects modeling was applied to the best model. The R2 for the generalized height‒diameter model (Richards function) modified by Sharma and Parton is 0.951, and the final model included number of trees, dominant height, and diameter at breast height, with a random parameter associated with each ecoregion attached to the inverse of the mean basal area. The full model predictions using the nonlinear mixed-effects model and the reduced model (HD10) predictions were compared using the nonlinear sum of extra squares test, which revealed significant differences between ecoregions; ecoregion-based height–diameter models were thus found to be suitable to use. In addition, using these models in appropriate ecoregions was very important for achieving reliable predictions with low prediction errors.
The effect of extraction conditions on the chemical profile of obtained raw poplar propolis extract
Authors: Miłek Michał , Bonikowski Radosław , Dżugan Małgorzata 
Published: June 2024

AbstractVarious conditions of extraction were applied to obtain active extracts of raw poplar-type propolis. The extraction efficiency of traditional maceration was evaluated in terms of used solvent: ethanol (70 and 96% v/v), acetone (pure and 70%), propylene glycol, glycerol (50%), water and water with extraction modifiers: PEG 400 and lecithin. For obtained extracts, the total amounts of extracted phenolics and flavonoids as well as antioxidant activity were compared. For the most active extracts, the profile of volatile organic compounds with the use of GC × GC–MS and selected polyphenols content by HPLC–DAD was compared. To increase the activity of water propolis, extract ultrasound and microwave-assisted extraction were applied and obtained water extracts were compared regarding the main polyphenolic compounds content quantified by HPLC method. The recovery of 70% ethanolic extraction and the effect of the extension of extraction time were also examined by the HPTLC method. Based on conducted analyses, 70% ethanolic extract was found as the most aromatic and bioactive, followed by pure acetone and polypropylene glycol extracts. Compared to the classic maceration, water extraction assisted by microwaves and ultrasounds did not provide a higher extraction yield. In the case of 70% ethanolic extraction, the 5-day duration is recommended which allows to recovery of close to 80% of bioactive components of raw propolis.
Clinical, functional, and radiological outcomes of robotic assisted versus conventional total hip arthroplasty: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials
Authors: Ruangsomboon Pakpoom , Ruangsomboon Onlak , Osman Khabab , Pincus Daniel , Mundi Raman , Tomescu Sebastian , Ravi Bheeshma , Chaudhry Harman 
Published: June 2024

AbstractThis systematic review of randomized controlled trials (RCTs) aims to compare important clinical, functional, and radiological outcomes between robotic-assisted total hip arthroplasty (RATHA) and conventional total hip arthroplasty (COTHA) in patients with hip osteoarthritis. We identified published RCTs comparing RATHA with COTHA in Ovid MEDLINE, EMBASE, Scopus, and Cochrane Library. Two reviewers independently performed study screening, risk of bias assessment and data extraction. Main outcomes were major complications, revision, patient-reported outcome measures (PROMs), and radiological outcomes. We included 8 RCTs involving 1014 patients and 977 hips. There was no difference in major complication rate (Relative Risk (RR) 0.78; 95% Confidence Interval (CI) 0.22 to 2.74), revision rate (RR 1.33; 95%CI 0.08 to 22.74), and PROMs (standardized mean difference 0.01; 95%CI − 0.27 to 0.30) between RATHA and COTHA. RATHA resulted in little to no effects on femoral stem alignment (mean difference (MD) − 0.57 degree; 95%CI − 1.16 to 0.03) but yielded overall lower leg length discrepancy (MD − 4.04 mm; 95%CI − 7.08 to − 1.0) compared to COTHA. Most combined estimates had low certainty of evidence mainly due to risk of bias, inconsistency, and imprecision. Based on the current evidence, there is no important difference in clinical and functional outcomes between RATHA and COTHA. The trivial higher radiological accuracy was also unlikely to be clinically meaningful. Regardless, more robust evidence is needed to improve the quality and strength of the current evidence.PROSPERO registration: the protocol was registered in the PROSPERO database (CRD42023453294). All methods were carried out in accordance with relevant guidelines and regulations.
Uncertainty-integrating, automated design of gripper jaws for robust grasping of electrical connectors
Authors: Gebauer Daniel , Geng Paul , Hartmann Annalena , Dirr Jonas , Fuchs Sebastian , Daub Rüdiger 
Published: June 2024

Abstract
For robust grasping of workpieces with complex surface geometries such as the plugs of electrical connectors (ECs), individually designed gripper jaws are commonly required. The manual design of the latter is time-consuming, iterative, expensive, and requires expert knowledge. Therefore, automating the design process offers the potential to increase efficiency and reduce costs. However, the plugs of ECs often involve interference contours which pose a high risk for a grasp to fail. Thus, this paper introduces an approach for the automated design of gripper jaws that considers complex surface geometries with interference contours. Thereby, expected geometric uncertainties in the relative pose between a plug and a gripper system can be parameterized by a user. The key steps of our approach are to automatically simulate collision volumes between the gripper jaws and the workpiece to map geometric uncertainties in software for computer-aided design (CAD) and to adapt the gripper jaws accordingly within minutes and without manual design. The results of the experimental validation using three different high-voltage plugs show that the presented approach is suitable for robust grasping of such workpieces. In summary, our work intends to contribute to a more efficient design process of gripper systems for workpieces with complex surface geometries such as plugs of ECs.
Associations of role, area deprivation index, and race with health behaviors and body mass index among localized prostate cancer patients and their partners
Authors: Xu Jingle , Ma Chunxuan , Hirschey Rachel , Liu Jia , Neidre Daria B. , Nielsen Matthew E. , Keyserling Thomas C. , Tan Xianming , Song Lixin 
Published: June 2024

AbstractPurposeTo examine the associations of role (localized prostate cancer (PCa) patient vs. their intimate partner), area deprivation index (ADI—higher scores indicating higher neighborhood deprivation levels), and race (Black/African American (AA) vs. White) with health behaviors and body mass index (BMI) among PCa patients and partners. The behaviors include smoking, alcohol consumption, diet quality, sedentary behaviors, and physical activity (PA).MethodsThis study used the baseline data collected in a clinical trial. Given the nested structure of the dyadic data, multi-level models were used.ResultsSignificant role-race interaction effects on smoking, ADI-race effects on alcohol consumption, and role-ADI effects on BMI were found. Meanwhile, patients smoked more cigarettes, decreased alcohol consumption, had less healthful diets, spent longer time watching TV, did fewer sedentary hobbies, had more confidence in PA, and had higher BMIs than their partners. High ADI was independently associated with lower odds of drinking alcohol, using computer/Internet, and doing non-walking PA, and higher BMI compared to low ADI controlling for role and race. Black/AA dyads had less smoking amount and alcohol consumption and higher sedentary time and BMI than White dyads when adjusted for role and ADI.ConclusionsThis study identified significant interaction and main effects of role, ADI, or race on health behaviors and BMI.Implications for Cancer SurvivorsFuture behavioral interventions should address divergent individual needs between patients and partners, social and neighborhood barriers, and cultural indicators of racial groups to promote healthful behaviors and improve the quality of survivorship for PCa patients and partners.
TINNITUS. A Non-invasive Neuromodulatory Perspective
Authors: Rossi Simone , Mandalà Marco 
Published: June 2024

Abstract
Purpose of the Review
Chronic tinnitus affects millions of people worldwide, but it remains an unmet clinical problem, particularly from a therapeutic perspective.

Recent Findings
Neuroimaging and neurophysiological investigations have consistently unveiled that tinnitus can be considered as a form of maladaptive plasticity taking place not only in primary and associative auditory areas but also involving large-scale brain networks. Based on these premises, treatment strategies that aim to manipulate in a controllable way plastic capabilities of the brain are being under investigation as emerging treatments.

Summary
here, we review the rationale for using so called Non-Invasive Brain stimulation (NiBS) techniques, such as navigated repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS) and other forms of transcranial electrical stimulation (tES) or peripheral stimulations, to alleviate tinnitus. We also provide an overview of available clinical results of these various non-invasive neuromodulatory approaches, trying to identify how to translate their unquestionable therapeutic potential into real-life contexts, beyond the lab boundaries.
Do humanitarian missions impede the progress of pediatric cardiac surgical programs in developing and under-served nations?
Authors: Karl Tom Roland , Soto Rodrigo , Raylman Rob 
Published: June 2024

AbstractOver the past three decades, there has been increasing interest in humanitarian pediatric cardiac surgery. While the need is undisputed, the most effective strategy remains debatable. With education, long-term sustainability, and safety as goals, we discuss the realities and possible benefits of the most frequently invoked care model, the visiting humanitarian cardiac surgical team.
Response surface analysis exploring congruence and incongruence patterns on mother-adolescent perceived maternal rejection
Authors: Izquierdo-Sotorrío Eva , Carrasco Miguel Ángel , Holgado-Tello Francisco Pablo 
Published: June 2024

AbstractThis study analyzes congruence and incongruence between mothers and adolescents on perceived maternal rejection as a predictor of externalizing and internalizing problems. The sample comprised 162 Spanish families (adolescent, father, and mother). The children (38.3% males, 98.8% Caucasian) were between the ages of 12 and 16 years old (M = 13.27, Sd = 1.23). Mothers and adolescents completed specific versions of the Parental Acceptance-Rejection Questionnaire, and fathers completed the Child Behavior Checklist. Polynomial regressions, including the quadratic and interaction terms of the predictors and response surface analysis, were conducted. The results indicate a congruent effect in predicting externalizing problems from mothers’ and adolescents’ reports on perceived maternal rejection. Thus, congruence between adolescents and mothers on high perceived maternal rejection is associated with the highest levels of adolescent psychological maladjustment, and congruence between adolescents and mothers on low perceived maternal rejection is associated with the lowest levels of adolescent psychological maladjustment. In contrast, the magnitude—but not the direction—of incongruence in perceptions between mothers and adolescents has a positive effect, as it is associated with a decreased risk of externalizing problems. This study contributes to existing knowledge surrounding the importance of employing multiple-informant assessment and using appropriate approaches to study discrepant reporting by mothers and adolescents on family variables, and its effect on adolescent mental health.
Trajectories of positive and negative affect and state hope and their relationship with mental health among male adolescents in a juvenile correctional institution in China
Authors: Schuster Isabell , Larran Julie , Zhai Jin , Ye Lin , Lu Jun , Liu Yangyang , Hein Sascha 
Published: June 2024

AbstractPositive affect and hope contribute to individuals’ psychological adjustment and positive youth development. The purpose of the study was to examine growth in positive and negative affect as well as state hope in Chinese adolescents in a juvenile correctional institution. We also investigated whether distinct trajectories of affect and hope predicted mental health and externalizing, internalizing, and prosocial behavior. The study included 198 male adolescents in a Chinese juvenile correctional institution and comprised nine measurement points (T1-T9) which were one week apart, respectively. Positive and negative affect and state hope were assessed from T1 to T8, and mental health and internalizing, externalizing, and prosocial behavior were measured at T9. Analyses of latent growth curve and latent class growth models were estimated. It was found that positive and negative affect, as well as state hope, decreased over time. Youth in classes characterized by higher state hope and lower negative affect reported better mental health than youth in classes characterized by lower levels of these constructs. Because of the beneficial effects of lower negative affect and higher state hope on mental health and internalizing, externalizing, and prosocial behavior, interventions strengthening hope and reducing negative affect may promote positive youth development in juvenile correctional institutions.
Demographic predictors of public speaking anxiety among university students
Authors: Lintner Tomáš , Belovecová Boglárka 
Published: June 2024

AbstractPublic speaking is a crucial component of many higher education courses and is essential for students’ academic performance and future career success. Despite its importance, public speaking anxiety is a common issue among higher education students, adversely impacting their learning. Addressing this anxiety through targeted interventions, especially for the most at-risk students, is vital. This study provides insights into the demographic predictors of public speaking anxiety, using a sample of 1745 students from a large public university in the Czech Republic. We employed the Personal Report of Confidence as a Speaker in a short form to assess public speaking anxiety levels. Our multivariate regression analysis identified gender, type of high school, and study level as significant predictors of public speaking anxiety, whereas age, nationality, and field of study were not. The study found that women, non-binary individuals, graduates of academic high schools, and bachelor’s students are more prone to public speaking anxiety. These findings highlight the need for targeted intervention and support strategies for students with higher levels of public speaking anxiety.
Calm Advice: How Digitalizing Pen-and-Paper Practices Improves Financial Advice-Giving
Authors: Staehelin Dario , Dolata Mateusz , Schwabe Gerhard 
Published: June 2024

AbstractBank clients’ expectations for enhanced service experiences have increased with the digitalization of banking services and the rise of FinTech. However, despite the availability of online banking services, many clients still prefer personal financial advice due to the personal interaction involved. There has been a growing interest in IT-supported advisory services to meet this demand, aiming to improve customer experience and reduce the cognitive burden on advisors. While previous studies have shown the positive effects of advisory-support systems, they also highlighted downsides such as unnatural interactions, technology’s domination of the interaction space, and impaired impression management. This paper investigates the potential of pen-and-paper user interfaces to resolve the relationship/decision-making tension in advisory services. It evaluates the design of an artifact called bankNotes with eight bank advisors and 24 clients in a within-subject study by drawing on a rich data set consisting of interviews, surveys, and video analysis of the encounters. The results indicate that bankNotes was well-received by advisors, who embraced both existing pen-and-paper practices and new practices facilitated by the system. The clients also benefitted from the system: using bankNotes improved customer orientation, shared understanding, and overall service quality. This research provides valuable insights into the design of advisory support systems that prioritize customer satisfaction and support the needs of both advisors and clients in the banking sector.
Sustainable Innovation and Economic Resilience: Deciphering ESG Ratings’ Role in Lowering Debt Financing Costs
Authors: Zhao Yan , Gao Yubin , Hong Diming 
Published: June 2024

AbstractThis study delves into the intricate dynamics between environmental, social, and governance (ESG) ratings and corporate debt financing costs among China’s A-share listed companies from 2010 to 2021. Analyzing a substantial dataset unveils a tangible link where higher ESG ratings correlate with significantly lower debt financing costs. This relationship manifests more prominently in enterprises with lower pollution levels, state ownership, and those in China’s central and western regions, especially under heightened economic policy uncertainty. The findings elucidate that improved ESG ratings, reflective of robust sustainability practices, diminish corporate agency costs and enhance financial stability, thereby reducing debt financing expenses. This research extends the discourse in the knowledge economy by offering empirical evidence on how ESG integration can serve as a lever for financial efficiency and sustainability in business operations. By spotlighting the financial merits of embracing ESG criteria, the study offers profound insights for policymakers, investors, and corporations, encouraging the acceleration of ESG disclosure and assessment frameworks. In doing so, it supports the cultivation of high-caliber, environmentally friendly enterprises, aligning with the broader objectives of innovation, entrepreneurship, and societal welfare within the knowledge economy paradigm.