bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Long-term follow-up of a patient with Parkinson’s disease under nursing care after replacement of fixed implant-supported prostheses with an implant overdenture: a case report
Authors: Tokumoto Kana , Mino Takuya , Tosa Ikue , Omori Ko , Yamamoto Michiyo , Takaoka Kazuki , Maekawa Kenji , Kuboki Takuo , Kishimoto Hiromitsu 
Published: April 2024

Abstract

Background: Glioma is an exceedingly diverse brain tumor whose pathogenesis is complex and not yet fully understood. In recent years, as bioinformatics and molecular biology technologies have advanced, scholars have increasingly come to understand the tenuous connection and causal relationship between gene regulatory networks and the development and progression of glioma. However, the current state of research in this area remains ambiguous.
Materials and methods: This study analyzed protein data from the deCODE database and gene expression data of glioma patients from the TCGA and GEO databases to identify key genes associated with glioma. We then employed a range of techniques to investigate the mechanism by which crucial genes contribute to the development and occurrence of glioma. These methods were single-cell analysis, sensitivity analysis, heterogeneity testing, co-localization analysis, signaling pathway analysis, regulatory network analysis, and building an miRNA network. These investigations aimed to provide evidence for future clinical trials involving adjuvant chemotherapy drugs.
Results: A total of nine crucial genes (RAB 13, SCARA5, S100A12, DNAJB9, GSTZ 1, LY 9, ASPN, PLXDC1, and TREM 1) exhibited a strong correlation with the occurrence, and LY9, ASPN, PLXDC1, and TREM1 showed a reduced risk of glioma, while RAB 13, SCARA5, S100A12, DNAJB9, and GSTZ1 demonstrated significant regulatory functions in glioma. However, these analyses did not provide a comprehensive understanding of the mgliomas. The use of drug sensitivity analysis enabled the creation of personalized treatment plans, which were strongly linked to the development and appearance of gliomas. The utilization of drug sensitivity analysis enabled the implementation of personalized treatment plans.
Conclusion: By employing a range of bioinformatics and molecular biology techniques, this research has extensively investigated the mechanism of action of genes associated with glioma. This research has established a novel theoretical foundation for the treatment of glioma and conceived individualized and targeted therapies.
Manipulation of Polarization-Dependent Electromagnetic Wavefront Via Anisotropic Metasurfaces
Authors: Ye Shaohua , Hu Yangsen , Li Jin , Wu Song 
Published: April 2024

Abstract

Metasurfaces have garnered significant attention in recent years for their ability to manipulate electromagnetic (EM) wave propagation, owing to their high design flexibility, low profiles, and ease of fabrication. This study proposes the use of polarization-dependent anisotropic metasurfaces to manipulate the phase of orthogonal linearly polarized EM waves, enabling polarization multiplexing with distinct functionalities based on incident polarizations. Additionally, the proposed metasurfaces enable the generation of single pencil beams, multiple pencil beams, circularly and elliptically shaped radiation beams, offering versatile polarization manipulation capabilities. The radiation theory of planar array antennas was employed to predict the far-field patterns of the metasurfaces, demonstrating satisfactory agreement with simulated results and affirming the feasibility of the proposed method. These proposed metasurfaces pave the way for the development of multifunctional metadevices capable of advanced EM regulation through polarization and phase modulations in free space, with potential applications in wireless communication, imaging, and radar systems.
Bridging the Gap in the Early Warning System for Ciguatera Fish Poisoning Outbreak on Ambae Island, Vanuatu
Authors: Rarai Allan , Parsons Meg , Weber Eberhard , Ruben John 
Published: April 2024

Abstract

Indigenous and traditional knowledge sources for remote communities have significant implications for policymakers and community leaders in Vanuatu. Our study is based on three (3) area councils on Ambae Island in Vanuatu: East, North, and West Area councils. This study investigated the use of local indicators to predict the presence of ciguatera fish poisoning and its integration with science to enhance community responses to health risks. We employ a mixed-methods approach to collect data from these area councils and government agencies, particularly the Department of Health, the Department of Fisheries, and the Vanuatu Meteorology and Geo-Hazards Department. This paper identifies three significant areas: indigenous and traditional knowledge indicators for Ciguatera, a potential platform for the integration of indigenous and traditional knowledge with science, and perspectives from community and government agencies on the integrated early warning platform. This study underscores the pressing need for government agencies to collaborate with local communities to evaluate and develop the best practices that enable the integration of indigenous and traditional knowledge with scientific information to improve community responses to health risk management in Vanuatu.
Robust Control and CAPMs under a Quadratic Security Market Model
Authors: Batbold Bolorsuvd , Kikuchi Kentaro , Kusuda Koji 
Published: April 2024

Abstract

This study assumes homothetic robust Epstein-Zin utility and analyzes the consumption-investment problem and CAPMs under a quadratic security market model in which interest rates, the market price of risk, the variances and covariances of asset returns, and inflation rates are stochastic. First, we demonstrate that homothetic robust Epstein-Zin utility is interpreted as homothetic stochastic differential utility. Then, we show that robust investors determine the ''worst-case probability'' and the optimal consumption-investment. We clarify the theoretical structures of robust control. We derive a robust version of the two-factor CAPM and show that the CAPM can contribute to solving both the equity premium puzzle and the risk-free rate puzzle. Furthermore, we derive a testable robust ICAPM and demonstrate that the testable ICAPM is consistent with our quadratic security market model.
JEL classification C61, D81, G11, G12
YIELD AND YIELD COMPONENTS ANALYSIS OF PEA CULTIVARS IN RESPONSE TO PLANTING DATE
Authors: Alsadon Abdulla A. , Khalil Safwat O. 
Published: April 2024

Lincoln and Rondo pea cultivars were evaluated under three planting dates, early (Oct. 21 or 22) midseason (Nov. 4 or 5) and late (Nov. 18 or 19) in 1989-90 and 1990-91 seasons, respectively.While Rondo cv was superior in pod weight, pod length and 100- green seed weight, Lincoln cv. produced higher number of pods / plants and higher seed: pod ratio. Both cultivars had equal productivity. Early Planting was best for most of the studied traits. Pod weight and number of seeds / pod were not significantly affected by date of sowing. However, both traits were reduced with late planting.During the growing season, yield increased up to the fourth harvest. However, in midseason and late planting, yield peaked by the second harvest. High correlations among yield attributes were obtained. These correlations were not affected by planting date.
SELECTION AND INTRODUCTION OF WOODY LANDSCAPE ORNAMENTALS AT THE UNIVERSITY OF GEORGIA
Authors: Dirr Michael A. , Armitage Allan M. , Lindstrom Orville M. 
Published: April 2024

The Department of Horticulture has introduced over 20 new plants into the Georgia and southern nursery trades. The program serves as a conduit for evaluating and distributing plants from the U.S. National Arboretum, Arnold Arboretum, individuals and nurseries. Propagation requirements and cold hardiness estimates are determined for most of the potential introductions. Cooperating nurseries provide real-world assessments of container and field cultural criteria. Further, plants are tested under field conditions at the Department's research farm. Plants are promoted through lectures, articles, and distribution to any interested Georgia nursery. Numerous trade, popular, and refereed articles were spawned from the program. Selected plants have been provided to commercial tissue culture labs for stock increase.To date, the University has realized no financial return. A genuine need exists to generate income from royalties to sustain and enlarge the program.A list of the Georgia introductions will be available to all participants and several of the more notable introductions will be discussed.
PATTERNS OF NITROGEN UPTAKE BY GREENHOUSE ROSES.
Authors: Cabrera Raul I. , Evans Richard Y. , Paul J.L. 
Published: April 2024

A recirculating nutrient solution system was constructed for studying the N uptake by roses in relation to the developmental stage of the crop and light conditions. N and water uptake were measured at 2 to 3 day intervals for a period of 1 year. Daily PPFD was also recorded.N uptake rates followed a cyclical pattern that was related to shoot development and harvest, but independent of transpiration rate. The N uptake rate changed fourto five-fold during a single cycle of flower shoot growth (e.g., 29 to 146 mg N plant-1 day-1). The lowest N uptake rate occurred when the shoot elongation rate was at its maximum. The highest N uptake rate occurred at about the time the flower shoot reached commercial maturity. Following harvest, the uptake rate remained high for several days, even though there was no shoot growth during that time. There were also seasonal changes in N uptake. The average daily plant N demand was about 30 and 60 to 70 mg plant-1 day-1 during the winter and summer months, respectively. The total annual plant N uptake was in close agreement with the yearly plant N demand calculated for container grown roses.
DIFFERENTIAL GENE EXPRESSION DURING VERNALIZATION FOR FLORAL INDUCTION OF RAPHANUS SATIVA
Authors: Strefeler Mark S. , Erwin John E. , Pierson Gerald 
Published: April 2024

Previous studies on low temperature induction of flowering in Japanese radish, Raphanus sativa L., revealed that `Chinese Radish Jumbo Scarlet' was a cold obligate cultivar. `Chinese Radish Jumbo Scarlet' responded quantitatively to the number of days exposed to vernalizing temperatures (6 C). Fifteen percent of the plants were induced to flower when exposed to 6 C for 5 days. This response increased proportionally to 100% induction when plants were vernalized at 6 C for 30 days. This type of response allowed us to examine the changes in gene expression over time during the vernalization process.cDNA libraries were constructed from non-vernalized radish seedlings and seedlings vernalized for 1, 5, 15 or 30 days. Differential screening of the cDNA libraries was carried out to determine changes in gene expression related to the vernalization or induction processes. Up and down regulation of gene expression and activation or deactivation of genes during the vernalization process will be discussed. The ultimate goal of this project is to elucidate the processes involved in floral induction and how these processes are initiated by exposure of plants to vernalizing temperatures.
ANALYSIS OF HAWAII AGRICULTURE AFTER `INIKI' HURRICANE.
Authors: Smith-Kayode Timi , Thompson Richard 
Published: April 2024

Sustainable production system encompassing Macademia, Sugar, Coffee, Fruits and Flowers a hall mark of Hawaiian Agriculture is now threatened by hurricane and rain storms. Concerns for crop losses and set back in agribusiness are beign intensively discussed against the background of future diversifications of operation and investment.Findings from post 'Iniki' hurricane study of losses through survey of Hawaii grown economic commodities produced on the Island of Kaui are contained in this paper.Highlights showed that banana and papaya farming systems have the highest recovery potential. The impact on fruit processing industries is also discussed.
GROWTH, SALT TOLERANCE AND MANNITOL ACCUMULATION IN CELERY
Authors: Kann Susan C. , Everard John D. , Loescher Wayne H. 
Published: April 2024

Mannitol, which in celery is a primary photosynthetic product, has been implicated along with other polyols in stress tolerance mechanisms as a possible osmotic regulator, compatible solute and free radical scavenger. We have characterized the growth of salt stressed celery, determined the extent of salt tolerance and showed a correlation between mannitol accumulation and salt tolerance.Six, 8 and 12 week-old pot grown celery (Apium graveolens L.) plants of two cultivars were irrigated with up to 500 mM NaCl for 3.5 and 7 weeks. After 7 weeks, 12 week-old `Giant Pascal' plants showed three major responses: 1) shoot wet wt increased as much as 30% at 25 mM NaCl but root wet wt decreased; 2) plants tolerated 500 mM NaCl, although at a severely reduced growth rate; 3) as salt concentrations increased mannitol concentrations increased in roots, leaves and petioles, while sucrose, the other photosynthetic product in celery, decreased Although all ages of both cultivars tolerated the highest salt concentration used, the beneficial effect of 25 mM NaCl occurred only in 8 and 12 week-old `Giant Pascal'. Root wet wt was reduced in all salt treated plants, irrespective of age or cultivar.Regardless of age, cultivar and length of treatment, celery tolerated high salinity and sometimes even increased wet wt at low salinity. Mannitol accumulation and the ratio of mannitol to sucrose were both positively correlated with salt tolerance
EVALUATION OF RESISTANCE TO THE FLORIDA AND EGYPTIAN STRAINS OF ZUCCHINI YELLOW MOSAIC VIRUS IN WATERMELON AND RELATED GERMPLASM
Authors: Boyhan G.E. , Norton J.D. , Gudauskas R.T. , Abrahams B.R. 
Published: April 2024

Six lines of watermelon or related germplasm were evaluated for resistance to the Egyptian strain of zucchini yellow mosaic virus (ZYMV-E). `Egun' had the highest level of resistance of the lines tested based on enzyme-linked immunosorbent assays and visual ratings. PIs 386025, 386026, and 494528 appear to have intermediate resistance.PIs 386025 and 386026, both resistant to the Florida strain of ZYMV, were analyzed in crosses with 'AU-Producer'. No Mendelian ratios were evident, therefore generation mean analysis was used to evaluate this material.
ASSESSMENT OF RAPD'S IN CUCUMBER (Cucumis sativus L.)
Authors: Staub J. , Poetter K. 
Published: April 2024

Very little information exists regarding linkages in cucumber. There are 5,460 pairwise combinations which could be tested among the 105 described genes. Linkage information is available for only 3.2% of these possible pairwise comparisons. Our research unit is involved with mapping isozymes, RFLP's and RAPD's.We have used F2 and BC progeny to construct RAPD maps and have found that although polymorphisms are present in cucumber they are not remarkably more frequent than molecular polymorphisms found using RFLP's. For example, we screened 1051 primers and detected roughly 140 possible polymorphisms between two inbred lines. Assessment of F2 progeny segregations resulted in the identification of 70 usable polymorhphisms. Approximately 40 of those markers segregated in an expected 3:1 ratio. An additional 11 markers segregated in a 1:1 ratio. Using a threshold of 32 cM, eight linkage groups were identified containing a total of 37 markers. In another F2 population within and between laboratory results were compared to determine error rates (1 to 5%). Data from a third F2 population suggest that there may be loose phenotypic correlations between RAPD primers and the determinate character (r2 = 0.54) and sex expression (r2 = 0.68). These associations are being further characterized using BC1 and F2 progeny.
LINKAGE BETWEEN ISOZYME MARKERS AND DISEASE-RESISTANCE GENES IN CUCUMBER (Cucumis sativus L.)
Authors: Meglic V. , Dijkhuizen A. , Kennard W. , Havey M. , Staub J. 
Published: April 2024

Two hundred F2 cucumber (Cucumis sativus L.) families from crosses between GY14 (U.S. processing type) and PI 432860 (long greenhouse type) and GY14 and PI 183967 (C. sativus var. hardwickii) were evaluated for allozyme polymorphisms. Polymorphisms were detected at Fdp2, Mdh3, Mpi1, Pep-gl, Pgm1, Idh2, Pep-pap and Per. Subsequently they were scored for resistance to anthracnose (Colletotrichum lagenarium), scab (Cladosporium cucumerinum) and angular leaf spot (Pseudomonas lachrimans).Estimates of the recombination frequencies confirmed previously established linkage groups among allozyme markers (Knerr and Staub, 1992) and revealed new associations between allozyme loci and disease resistance genes. Scab appears to be tightly linked to and flanked by Fdp2 and Mdh3.
EFFECT OF BARE GROUND, ALL GRASS, OR ALL BROADLEAF GROUND COVERS ON BIOLOGICAL MITE CONTROL AND ON TREE GROWTH AND PRODUCTIVITY
Authors: Coli William M. 
Published: April 2024

As a component of a large, interdisciplinary study of Biointensive Integrated Pest Management, the composition of orchard ground covers and woody borders was characterized in 28 Massachusetts commercial apple orchards, and plants which were most likely to harbor Tetranychid spider mites and Phytoseiid mite predators was determined. Data are presented on makeup of plant communities within orchards and adjacent woody borders. All species of spider mites and mite predators were more often observed on broadleaf plants than on grasses.In 1989, two 1-Acre orchard blocks were established to compare the effect of of either bare ground, an all grass row, or an all broadleaf row ground cover on phytophagous and predatory mite population dynamics, and on tree growth and productivity. Data are presented on frequency of occurrence of mites found in timed scans, and on differences in trunk circumference increase in each ground cover regime.
LABOR-SAVING, HORIZONTAL SYSTEM FOR GREENHOUSE TOMATO PRODUCTION
Authors: Green James L. 
Published: April 2024

Four determinant tomato varieties were evaluated for salinity tolerance (0-4500 ppm added salinity), blossom-end rot susceptibility (0 or 50% ammonium nitrogen), and yield in the closed, insulated pallet system (CIPS). Growth and yield of the four tomato varieties in CIPS was greater than that of the controls in a surface-irrigated, open container production system.Single-harvest, horizontal greenhouse tomato production in the CIPS, when compared with the conventional vertical system, has advantages: 1) Less labor is required with the determinant (non-trellised)parthenocarpic (nonpollinated), concentrated bloom-maturity, single-harvest tomato varieties. After transplanting into the CIPS, no additional water or fertilizer or handling are required during the production period. 2) Production per given production area is equal or greater. In CIPS plant density was four-times greater. 3) Supplementary lighting is more efficient.
CROP DEMAND INCREASES POTASSIUM UPTAKE BY MATURE PRUNE TREES
Authors: Weinbaum S.A. , Niederholzer F.J.A. , Ponchner S. , Rosecrance R.C. , Carlson R.M. , Whittlesey A.C. , Muraoka T.T. 
Published: April 2024

Two heavily-cropping, twelve-year-old prune trees (Prunus domestica L., syn. `Prune d'Agen') were compared with two adjacent trees which were defruited during stage II of fruit growth (28 May). Trees were uprooted, dissected, and processed to determine total nonstructural carbohydrates, tree nutrient contents and within-tree distribution at the time of fruit maturity (28 July). Trees defruited 2 months earlier contained 5 times as much starch and 2.5 times as much total nonstructural carbohydrates (TNC) in leaves and perennial tree parts as did cropping trees at the time of fruit maturity.Cropping trees absorbed about 90 g more K during stage III of fruit growth than did defruited trees during the same interval (28 May -28 July). Vegetative trees parts (i.e., trunk, branches, roots, and leaves) in cropping trees generally had lower K contents than did defruited trees at the time of fruit maturity. Fruit demand for K was associated with increased K uptake from the soil despite reduced levels of TNC in the roots and the probability of reduced root growth. Potassium uptake by heavily cropping trees was not resource limited when K was supplied regularly through the drip irrigation system.
INITIATING A STATE-WIDE HOME COMPOSTING PROGRAM
Authors: MCLAURIN W.J. , WADE G.L. 
Published: April 2024

Sites in 12 locations throughout the state of Georgia were selected by the Department of Community Affairs. Each site contained up to eight types of composting bins and offered a self-guided tour with the appropriate signage at each of twelve stops.The authors conducted meetings at 10 of the 12 sites. Using handouts, slide sets, videos, posters, hands-on demonstrations, and lectures, the demonstration team gave presentations designed to inform selected participants concerning the amount of home-generated compostable waste that currently goes into the landfills and the simple, “fail-safe”procedures they could use at home to turn this waste into an effective mulch/soil amendment for their yards and gardens.Each participant received an information packet and a copy of The Home Composting Handbook, edited by the authors. During the meeting the demonstration team discussed composting structures, ways to build a backyard compost pile, and methods of maintaining the pile. Participants watched the actual building of a compost pile on site with materials typically found in local yards and gardens. Also, the demonstration team offered participants information on ways to involve the community and individuals within the community in implementation of home composting.
IMPROVED EMERGENCE OF SOLANUM TORVUM BY SEED TREATMENT
Authors: Miura H. , Yoshida M. , Yamasaki A. 
Published: April 2024

Several soilborne diseases severely affect eggplants (Solanum melongena L.) in Japan. Therefore, eggplants are usually grafted on rootstocks of various species resistant to these diseases. For the control of verticillium wilt (Verticillium dahliae Klebahn), Solanum torvum `Torvum vigor' plants are used for rootstocks. However since the seeds started to emerge after 12 - 14 days at 25C and only 40% of them emerged after 30 days, it was difficult to obtain seedlings of uniform size.In this experiment, matric priming treatment of seeds prior to planting was modified to improve the emergence of the seeds of `Torvum vigor'. Vermiculite powder was selected as the substrate to control the water potential of seeds during the treatment. First, samples of 0.25g seeds (235seeds on an average) were mixed with various amounts of vermiculite powder and water at 25C in the dark during 1 week. Thereafter, the treated seeds were planted in soil and incubated at 25C under a 12h daylength regime and the emergence and growth were monitored. Second, the temperature for the treatment, growth regulators added to water, air pressure and components, and the duration of the treatment were varied. Finally, the optimum treatment for improving the emergence of Solanum torvum seeds was developed.