bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Improved Electrocatalytic Degradation of Alizarin Yellow R by Ti/Zr-SnO2/PbO2 Electrodes Doped with Ytterbium
Authors: Yang Bi , Gao Guan-Jin , Miao Qing-Dong , Ergu Asha , Liu Guo-Cong , Zou Jiao , Yu Jin-Gang 
Published: May 2024

Introduction:
Electrochemical oxidation of Alizarin Yellow R (AYR) was investigated
on Ytterbium (Yb) doped Ti/PbO2 electrodes prepared by an electrodeposition method.

Methods:
The etching of the Ti sheet by using a mixed acid of H2SO4 and TA (volume ratio= 2:
1) for 50 min at 100 °C could produce a suitable interface for further modification. The morphologies, composition, and electrochemical properties of Yb doping on the electrode were
characterized by SEM (Scanning Electron Microscopy), EDS (Energy-Dispersive Spectroscopy), Cyclic Voltammetry (CV) and Electrochemical Impedance Spectroscopy (EIS). The introduction of an appropriate intermediate layer, Zr-SnO2, was performed. We also tried to fabricate
Ytterbium (Yb) doped Ti/Zr-SnO2/PbO2 electrodes by an electrodeposition method on the intermediate layer of Zr-SnO2. The surface morphology of the Ti/Zr-SnO2/PbO2 electrode was
changed due to the Yb doping, which affected the electrocatalytic activity of the modified electrode.

Results:
The developed Yb-doped Ti/Zr-SnO2/PbO2 electrode showed improved removal efficiencies
toward AYR.

Conclusion:
The effects of current density and initial AYR concentration on the electrochemical
oxidation of AYR by Yb-doped Ti/Zr-SnO2/PbO2 were investigated. The removal rate of AYR
was 97.3% in 180 min under the conditions of the current density of 60 mA/cm2, initial AYR
concentration of 50.0 mg L-1, and Na2SO4 concentration of 0.10 mol L-1.
Spinal Osteoarticular Multidrug-resistant Tuberculosis (MDR/RR-TB) in a Child: A Case Report
Authors: Ukunda Fred UN , Chuene Mabua 
Published: May 2024

Introduction
We report a case of a young child with multidrug-resistant tuberculosis (MDR/RR-TB) of the thoracic spine, complicated by myelopathy.

Case Report
Clinical assessment revealed a lower thoracic gibbus and neurological features of upper motor neuron syndrome conforming to myelopathy. Radiological evaluation revealed a marked kyphosis, contiguous T10-T11 vertebral destruction, paraspinal soft tissue collection, and intraspinal compression with cord signal changes, suggestive of spinal TB. Rapid molecular testing expedited the diagnosis of MDR/RR-TB and guided prompt treatment initiation. Although second-line drugs are the mainstay of treatment, surgery was undertaken due to marked kyphosis, spinal instability, and neurological complications in the growing spine.

Conclusion
Although the case seems interesting, it, unfortunately, highlights multiple health system failures in developing countries, resulting in premature termination of MDR/RR-TB treatment and loss of kyphosis correction with subsequent recurrence of the kyphotic deformity.
Feature Level Fusion of Fingerprints and IRIS for the Enhancement of
Biometric System
Authors: Rahul Mayur , Jha Sonu Kumar , Khan Mohammad Ilyas , Prakash Ayushi , Pal Parashu ram , Yadav Vikash 
Published: May 2024

Background::
With the growing need for information safety and security rules in every
corner of the globe. The biometric innovation has been used widely all over the world in daily life. In
this view, the Multimodal-based biometric technique has gained popularity and interest due to its
capability to resolve various problems associated with single-model biometric identification systems

Methods::
In this research, an advanced multimodal-based biometric recognition system is introduced,
which depends on multilayer perceptron (MLP), and it identifies humans using biometric
features of Fingerprints and IRIS. To build an efficient model, the popular model called Rest-
Net50 was used, the gradient method was used and the hinge technique was used as a loss function.
For the technique of fusion, different techniques are used to show the effect of fusion in our
model. The recognition rate of introduced systems was assessed by experimenting with various
techniques on SDUMLA-HMT datasets based on the multimodal biometric datasets. The recognition
rate showed that merging two biometric features in biometric recognition systems gives the
best results compared to a single biometric feature.

Results::
The results obtained showed the superiority of our model with other existing techniques
by obtaining a recognition rate of 99.79% with a feature-based fusion method.

Conclusion::
The introduced system used the MLP deep learning technique. The feature level fusion
was applied to recognize the user using IRIS and fingerprints. To the best of our belief, this is
the first research to incorporate MLP and multimodal-based biometric systems using IRIS and
fingerprints.
Diabetes Management: Herbal Remedies and Emerging Therapies
Authors: Vishwakarma Pratik Kumar , Moharana Ankita , Behra Snigdha Rani , Choudhury Priyabati , Jayronia Sonali , Tripathi Shivendra Mani 
Published: May 2024

Abstract:
Diabetes is a chronic disease affecting millions worldwide, characterized by inadequate insulin production or malfunctioning insulin action, leading to elevated blood sugar levels.
Its prevalence is escalating globally, with estimates projecting a rise from 2.8% to over 5.4% of
the world's population by 2025. In India, diabetes poses a significant health challenge, especially
in urban areas. While conventional medications are widely available, herbal remedies have
gained popularity due to their potential for fewer side effects and lower costs. Herbal remedies
have been employed for centuries in diabetes management and have been extensively studied for
their blood sugar regulatory properties. Prominent herbs studied for their potential to manage
diabetes include gymnema, cinnamon, fenugreek, and bitter melon. These herbs are believed to
enhance insulin sensitivity, reduce glucose absorption in the intestines, and improve glucose metabolism. This review highlights emerging alternative treatment options, such as stem cell therapy and gene therapy, in the field of diabetes management. Stem cell therapy aims to regenerate
insulin-producing cells or enhance their function, while gene therapy targets the underlying genetic factors contributing to diabetes. These innovative approaches hold promise for more effective and personalized treatments in the future. It is essential to emphasize that any diabetes
treatment or remedy should be discussed with a healthcare professional. Diabetes management
requires a personalized approach based on individual needs and medical history. The integration
of herbal remedies and alternative treatment options into conventional diabetes management
warrants further research to determine their efficacy, safety, and potential for widespread implementation
Isolation and Extraction of Microcellulose from Pineapple Leaves Fiber
Authors: Randis  , Fellicia Dian Mughni , Rus Tatag Yufitra , Sulaiman Abdul Mudjib 
Published: May 2024

Microcellulose, a natural fiber, has gained attention due to its ability to be isolated from various sources. Cellulose, derived from plant cell walls, is a promising alternative to synthetic materials due to its strength and stability. Isolating and extracting microcellulose from pineapple leaf fibers (PLF) is essential to harness its potential. This research isolated PLF through isolation and extraction, with the aim of recommending microcellulose application if results are satisfactory. The pretreatment process involved alkali treatment, the bleaching process, as well as hydrolysis. FTIR proved all of the noncellulosic substances had been extracted from PLF to the utmost extent. The hydrolysis treatment improved the PLF's crystallinity index. According to TGA, the hydrolyzed PLF demonstrated the highest thermal stability. A potential approach for future cellulose reinforcing material development is micro-cellulose PLF, which has the potential to evolve into nano-cellulose.
Predictors of Health Care Practitioners’ Intention to Use AI-Enabled Clinical Decision Support Systems: Meta-Analysis Based on the Unified Theory of Acceptance and Use of Technology
Authors: Dingel Julius , Kleine Anne-Kathrin , Cecil Julia , Sigl Anna Leonie , Lermer Eva , Gaube Susanne 
Published: May 2024

Background
Artificial intelligence–enabled clinical decision support systems (AI-CDSSs) offer potential for improving health care outcomes, but their adoption among health care practitioners remains limited.

Objective
This meta-analysis identified predictors influencing health care practitioners’ intention to use AI-CDSSs based on the Unified Theory of Acceptance and Use of Technology (UTAUT). Additional predictors were examined based on existing empirical evidence.

Methods
The literature search using electronic databases, forward searches, conference programs, and personal correspondence yielded 7731 results, of which 17 (0.22%) studies met the inclusion criteria. Random-effects meta-analysis, relative weight analyses, and meta-analytic moderation and mediation analyses were used to examine the relationships between relevant predictor variables and the intention to use AI-CDSSs.

Results
The meta-analysis results supported the application of the UTAUT to the context of the intention to use AI-CDSSs. The results showed that performance expectancy (r=0.66), effort expectancy (r=0.55), social influence (r=0.66), and facilitating conditions (r=0.66) were positively associated with the intention to use AI-CDSSs, in line with the predictions of the UTAUT. The meta-analysis further identified positive attitude (r=0.63), trust (r=0.73), anxiety (r=–0.41), perceived risk (r=–0.21), and innovativeness (r=0.54) as additional relevant predictors. Trust emerged as the most influential predictor overall. The results of the moderation analyses show that the relationship between social influence and use intention becomes weaker with increasing age. In addition, the relationship between effort expectancy and use intention was stronger for diagnostic AI-CDSSs than for devices that combined diagnostic and treatment recommendations. Finally, the relationship between facilitating conditions and use intention was mediated through performance and effort expectancy.

Conclusions
This meta-analysis contributes to the understanding of the predictors of intention to use AI-CDSSs based on an extended UTAUT model. More research is needed to substantiate the identified relationships and explain the observed variations in effect sizes by identifying relevant moderating factors. The research findings bear important implications for the design and implementation of training programs for health care practitioners to ease the adoption of AI-CDSSs into their practice.
Timed up and go demonstrates strong interrater agreement and criterion validity as a functional test in geriatric dogs
Authors: McMullin Kelly M. , Carney Patrick C. , Juran Ivanka G. , Venator Kurt R. , Miller Allison V. , Lenfest Margret I. , Carr Brittany Jean , Frye Christopher W. 
Published: May 2024

Abstract

OBJECTIVE
To measure interobserver agreement for 4 functional tasks and their summed geriatric functional score (GFS) and correlate tasks and GFS with client-specific outcome measurements (CSOMs): Canine Brief Pain Inventory (CBPI) pain severity, CBPI pain interference, and Liverpool Osteoarthritis in Dogs.

ANIMALS
89 geriatric dogs were recruited between April and September 2023 from staff, friends, and clients of the Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine with a median age of 11.0 years and weight of 26.4 kg.

METHODS
Dogs underwent 4 sequential functional tests: timed up and go (TUG), cavallettis, figure 8s, and down to stands. Two observers independently scored each dog. The GFS was calculated based on the summed scores of the individual tests. Additional information collected included signalment, weight, measurements reflecting the comorbidities of aging (body condition score and muscle condition score), and CSOMs.

RESULTS
Strong interrater agreement was found for all functional tests. The TUG in seconds (sTUG) and figure 8s demonstrated significant (P < .05) moderate to strong correlations to all CSOMs. The GFS showed similar significant correlations with all CSOMs except CBPI pain severity; however, when correlating individual tests to CSOMs, only figure 8s and TUG were significantly contributing to GFS results. Receiver operating characteristic curve analysis defined highly functional dogs as those completing the sTUG in under 3.83 seconds. The sTUG represented the best test for geriatric function given it was objective, reliable, correlated well to CSOMs, and could help identify highly functioning dogs.

CLINICAL RELEVANCE
The sTUG appears to be the first practical and reliable functional test of canine geriatric mobility.
Eating Habit in Childhood: A Systematic Review of The Literature
Authors: Silva Douglas Pereira , Junqueira Ana Maria Resende , Rosa Andréia Alves , Rocha Júnior Paulo Roberto de Souza , Santos Wallace Fabio Rodrigues , Soares João Paulo Guimarães 
Published: May 2024

Purpose: One of the consumer groups most targeted by the food industry is children. Food consumption in homes and schools has resulted in overweight and obesity. The objective of this work was to identify food consumption habits in childhood, highlighting the importance of food education from preschool onwards.

Methodology: The Systematic Literature Review was used with the support of the Methodi Ordinatio, which selects relevant articles on specific topics, identifying food consumption habits by children in the family and school environment. Results and Discussion: The results reveal a growing concern about healthy and sustainable eating, especially in the context of children. However, there are still gaps in the literature. Food and sustainable education from an early age is essential to ensure healthy habits and reduce the impact on children's health. Parents, schools, companies, researchers, and the State must work together to promote healthy and sustainable eating for children, aiming for a healthy and sustainable future for the next generations.
Implications of the Research: It is expected that the results presented will serve as input for future studies and, research on the topic of infant nutrition and contribute to positive changes.

Originality and Value: The research innovates in presenting a research agenda based on studies carried out in English literature and interventions carried out in the family and school environment in Australia, Canada, and the United States of America.
Pelvis metastasis with rectal infiltration in hepatocellular carcinoma - a rare case report
Authors: Lalisang Arnetta Naomi Louise , Wijaya Davin Nathan , Jamtani Indah , Marbun Vania Myralda Giamour , Mazni Yarman , Lalisang Toar Jean Maurice , Stephanie Marini , Wibowo Taufik Agung 
Published: May 2024

Background:
Hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) is the most prevalent primary hepatic neoplasm, with approximately 50% of cases eventually developing metastasis. HCC metastasis to the pelvis is exceedingly rare due to the significant anatomical distance and intricate metastatic pathways involved.

Case Presentation:
In this case report, we present a 60-year-old male with HCC metastasis to the pelvis that had infiltrated the rectum. Initially, we suspected the pelvic mass to be a gastrointestinal stromal tumor, but histopathological and immunohistochemical examinations revealed it to be HCC metastasis. The dissemination of the tumor was suspected to have occurred through peritoneal implantation following a radiofrequency ablation (RFA) procedure that the patient had undergone 10 months prior. A resection surgery of the sigmoid colon up to the tumor-free mid-rectum was performed. The patient is currently stable and undergoing routine outpatient care, now in the third-month post-surgery.

Conclusion:
This case report unveils a rare HCC metastasis to the pelvis with rectal infiltration. We conclude that in HCC patients presenting with obstructive symptoms, suspicion of metastasis to the pelvis should be considered, especially in patients who have undergone an RFA procedure. Limited diagnostic support from computed tomography scans and colonoscopies made establishing a definitive diagnosis before surgery challenging. However, patients can attain a favorable prognosis with effective surgical intervention, underscoring the importance of prompt and effective treatment in such cases.
Treatment of Osgood-Schlatter disease in an adolescent athlete with liquid platelet-rich fibrin and heat-coagulated albumin gel: a case report
Authors: Ogéus Torbjörn 
Published: May 2024

Background:
Knee pain is one of the most frequent musculoskeletal symptoms in young physically active males. In some cases, it is very painful, can be hard to treat, and often leads to heterotopic ossification of the patellar tendon. To the best of our knowledge, there are no reported cases of remission of ossification after clinical intervention.

Case Presentation:
A 13-year-old Swedish boy with a 3-year anamnesis of severe Osgood-Schlatter with significant ossification of the patellar tendon at the point of tuberositas tibiae, was treated with injections of liquid platelet-rich fibrin concentrated platelet rich fibrin and heat coagulated albumin platelet rich fibrin gel (ALB-PRF) using a horizontal centrifuge system. He recovered and presented a near complete remission of ossification of the patellar tendon 2 months after treatment and could return to sport after a 3-year break.

Conclusion:
This case raises the hypothesis that liquid ALB-PRF gel may be an effective intervention in the treatment of Osgood-Schlatter disease. Further research is required to test this theory.
Brucellosis presenting as hemorrhagic fever: a rare presentation in the Middle East - a case report
Authors: Al-Salamah Tareq A. 
Published: May 2024

Background:
Zoonoses are infectious diseases, transmittable from vertebrate animals to humans. Hemorrhagic fevers are acute zoonotic diseases that can cause mild to life-threatening illnesses characterized by fever and bleeding disorders, while Brucellosis, also an infectious zoonotic disease, typically presents with high fever, muscle and joint pain, and malaise.

Case Presentation:
This case report discusses a 33-year-old male patient who presented with a febrile illness, accompanied by bleeding from various orifices, mimicking hemorrhagic fever, which after investigation turned out to be an unusual presentation of Brucellosis.

Conclusion:
This case emphasizes the importance of considering a broad differential diagnosis in patients with fever and hemorrhagic manifestations, not only in or near regions where Brucellosis is endemic, but also due to increasing international travel and globalization, also in regions where it is not.
Multidisciplinary approach for treating vertical ridge defect: case report
Authors: Alokaili Salah Nasser , Alquraishi Shahad Ahmed 
Published: May 2024

Background:
The outcomes of trauma may have a ridge defect, and it would be hard to replace it with a simple dental implant treatment technique. In some cases, horizontal and vertical bone augmentation therapy is needed for implant placement.

Case Presentation:
The case report described a 24-year-old female diagnosed with a severe bony defect and was managed in collaboration with an orthodontic and periodontic treatment plan. Alveolar bone augmentation was approached using Misch’s fashion, an autogenous block graft harvested from intra-oral (ramus). Moreover, Khoury’s split bone block technique was applied to reconstruct the seat.

Conclusion:
For complicated abnormalities, autogenous bone is still the best choice. Autogenous bone is the gold standard for bone grafting due to its biocompatibility, absence of antigenicity, and osteoconductive and osteoinductive qualities. Further graft extenders or growth factors may result in better outcomes.
Shock-Tube Measurements of Carbon Monoxide During Combustion of Hydroxyl-Terminated Polybutadiene Products/Air
Authors: Higgs Jacklyn P. , Pellegrini Juan Cruz , Rahman Ramees K. , Arafin Farhan , Vasu Subith S. 
Published: May 2024

Hydroxyl-terminated polybutadiene (HTPB) is a fuel proposed for use in hypersonic rockets, specifically in solid fuel ramjets (SFRJs), where it combines with air and undergoes combustion processes that range from fuel pyrolysis to fuel lean- combustion. A better understanding and the improvement of SFRJ combustion can be accomplished through fundamental experiments and computational fluid dynamics modeling. The current chemical-kinetic models need data to capture the reaction kinetics at the conditions under which SFRJs operate. This work focuses on providing combustion data to assess the predictive capabilities of state-of-the-art mechanisms at conditions relevant to SFRJs. The University of Central Florida shock-tube facility was used to conduct experiments of various combinations of HTPB products in air near 5 atm for temperatures ranging from 1100 to 1800 K and [Formula: see text], 1.0, 4.76. Nonintrusive, time-resolved laser absorption spectroscopy was used to record carbon-monoxide-concentration time histories and compared against the predictions of AramcoMech3.0 and HyChem mechanisms. For each mixture, the mid- and high-temperature conditions matched the models well, whereas there was a significant discrepancy for the low-temperature condition. A sensitivity analysis was then conducted to determine which reactions warranted further investigation to address the discrepancy at low temperatures.
Dual Pathways of Value Creation from Digital Strategic Posture: Contingent Effects of Competitive Actions and Environmental Uncertainty
Authors: Choi Inmyung , Cantor David , Han Kunsoo , George Joey 
Published: May 2024

Dual Pathways of Value Creation from Digital Strategic Posture: Contingent Effects of Competitive Actions and Environmental Uncertainty IN STOCK SKU 48.1.15 Publication History Received: October 9, 2019 Revised: December 20, 2020; February 23, 2022; November 7, 2022; June 7, 2023 Accepted: August 3, 2023 Published Online in Issue: March 1, 2024 https://doi.org/ Downloadable File Article PDF $15.00 Add to Cart Abstract Digital strategic posture (DSP) is defined as a firm’s overall strategic stance toward investing in information technology (IT) initiatives relative to that of rival firms. This study examines how a firm’s DSP affects firm performance. Drawing on the competitive dynamics perspective and contingency view, we demonstrate that DSP influences competitive actions through dual pathways. First, DSP enables firms to take competitive actions that are more appropriate given the level of environmental uncertainty (captured by industry dynamism). In particular, our findings suggest that a proactive DSP enables relatively more innovation-oriented actions in dynamic industries while enabling relatively more operations-oriented actions in less dynamic industries. Second, DSP plays a facilitating role in firms’ execution of competitive actions such that a firm’s value from its proactive DSP is enhanced when there is a fit between the type of the firm’s competitive actions and its level of environmental uncertainty. Specifically, we find that firms with a more proactive DSP achieve superior firm performance from innovation-oriented actions in dynamic industries and from operations-oriented actions in less dynamic industries. Taken together, our findings suggest that a proactive DSP not only allows firms to take appropriate competitive actions that fit their environmental conditions but also contributes to firms’ performance by facilitating the execution of these appropriate actions, thus enhancing their efficacy. Additional Details Author	, , , and Year	2024 Volume	48 Issue	1 Keywords	Digital strategic posture, competitive actions, innovation-oriented actions, operations-oriented actions, competitive dynamics, contingency view, business value of IT, IT strategy, industry dynamism Page Numbers	409-426