bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Exploring the Associations of Afterschool Science Participation and Friendships with Science Identities
Authors: Hill Patricia Wonch , Kelly Grace M. , McQuillan Julia , Ledesma Jorge , Melson Miranda , Gauthier G. Robin 
Published: June 2024

AbstractBuilding on previous research that demonstrates the association of youth experiences in afterschool science and higher science identities, this paper presents a network study of 421 middle school students that examines afterschool science participation, friendship ties, and science identities. Participation in afterschool science clubs is associated with higher science identity, but the mechanisms and order of causality are unclear. Youth form friendships inside and outside of school, and peers may influence participation in afterschool activities, as empirical research on friendships shows that they are associated with youth interests. These peer interactions also have the potential to shape identity development during adolescence. In this study, we explore associations among youth participation in afterschool science clubs, peer friendship groups, and science identity. We find that youth who participate in afterschool science clubs have higher science identities than those who do not participate. Additionally, having friends in afterschool science clubs is associated with higher science identity, even among students who report not participating in clubs themselves. Results suggest that afterschool science clubs support youth science identities, even beyond those who directly participate.
Collaboration at the phylum level: coauthorship and acknowledgment patterns in the world of the water bears (phylum Tardigrada)
Authors: McCain Katherine W. 
Published: June 2024

AbstractCoauthor and acknowledgment data were captured for 1384 research articles published between 1980 and June, 2023 that focused on tardigrades. Articles indexed in Web of Science or an archives of tardigrade literature were downloaded and thoroughly examined for personal acknowledgment data. Annual publication counts and coauthor maps for four successive time periods (1980–1999, 2000–2008, 2009–2017, 2018-June 2023) showed growth in the literature and increased research activity (more researchers, more complex networks, more international collaboration), beginning in 2000. A two-level Personal Acknowledgments Classification (PAC), was used to code types of acknowledgments. The majority of articles focused on field studies and/or descriptions of new species of tardigrades. This was reflected in rankings of acknowledgment categories and additions to the PAC. Ranked lists of frequently-thanked acknowledgees (all tardigrade researchers) were produced for each period. Acknowledgment profiles of four frequently-thanked researchers identified three different roles that researchers might play in tardigrade studies—”informal academic editorial consultant,” “taxonomic gatekeeper,” and “all-rounder.” Acknowledgments honoring people by naming a new species after them were only found in the species description, not in the formal acknowledgment section.
Composition and diversity of 16S rRNA based skin bacterial microbiome in healthy horses
Authors: Strompfová Viola , Štempelová Lucia 
Published: June 2024

AbstractCharacterization of microbiota structure on the skin of healthy horses is important for further development of modulation strategies to ensure optimal bacterial composition for physiological processes. This requirement is also supported by the relatively high incidence of dermatological diseases in horses and thus the need to manage them therapeutically. The taxonomic analysis of skin samples (n = 30) from five different body parts of clinically healthy Shetlands ponies females (neck, back, abdomen, pastern, muzzle) kept under homogeneous conditions (in open stalls with paddock, feed with dry hay, green grass ad libitum and granulated feed) was performed using amplification of V3—V4 region of the 16S rRNA gene. Results indicate that bacteria associated with healthy equine skin represent 18 phyla, 29 classes and 119 families. The most abundant phyla were Proteobacteria (30.8 ± 9.1%) followed by Actinobacteriota (20.4 ± 7.6%), Firmicutes (19.5 ± 10.1%), Bacteroidota (8.5 ± 5.0%) and Deinococcota (7.2 ± 14.8%). Among 229 genera identified, Corynebacterium (7.4 ± 6.5%) was the most abundant genus in skin sites of horses, followed by Deinococcus (7.1 ± 14.9%) and Macrococcus (5.0 ± 8.2%). Indices for the richness and diversity of species within bacterial populations for five regions of horses skin revealed no significant variations observed for species richness (Chao1, p-value 0.2001) but significant result for species evenness (Shannon, p-value 0.0049) with maximum on the neck and minimum on the back skin site. The clustering was seen across samples from different skin sites but also across samples collected from individual horses.
Empathy in the Zhuangzi
Authors: Wang Youru 
Published: June 2024

AbstractThis article investigates elements of empathy in the Zhuangzi 莊子. It outlines four prominent aspects of current scholarship on empathy: different types of empathy, the other-centeredness of empathy, empathy as a process and the role empathy plays in responsiveness to others, and interaction between empathy and other capacities. Based on materials from the Zhuangzi that involve elements of empathy, I delegate them respectively to these four areas. While the Zhuangzi does not invent any specific term for an exclusive designation of the meaning of empathy, I attempt to show that the Zhuangzi does explore the phenomena of empathy to a great extent. It characterizes unique features of empathy, such as other-centeredness, perceptual directness, its function as listening, mirroring, qi 氣-connecting and receptivity, the issue of how to cultivate one’s empathic capacity in the everyday encounter with others, and especially how empathic capacity works closely with the Zhuangzian forgetfulness of oneself.
Zertifizierungsrichtlinien der Österreichischen Gesellschaft für Schlafmedizin und Schlafforschung (ÖGSM) für schlafmedizinische Einrichtungen in Österreich
Authors: Popovic R. , Heidbreder A. , Amouzadeh-Ghadikolai O. , Bender B. , Holzinger B. , Kerbl R. , Mitterling T. , Moser D. , Saletu M. ,   Arbeitskreis Zertifizierung und Fortbildung der ÖGSM
Published: June 2024

ZusammenfassungDie Zertifizierung von Schlaflaboren ist eine notwendige Voraussetzung zur Qualitätssicherung für den Betrieb eines Schlaflabors und wird von der Österreichischen Gesellschaft für Schlafmedizin und Schlafforschung (ÖGSM), einer interdisziplinären wissenschaftlichen Gesellschaft, seit 1998 angeboten und durchgeführt. Bislang handelt es sich um eine freiwillige Maßnahme. Da diese Beurteilung immer nur eine Momentaufnahme darstellen kann, ist eine regelmäßige Reevaluierung notwendig. Nach der Erstzertifizierung, die eine Inspektion beinhaltet, ist eine Rezertifizierung im Abstand von 5 Jahren und eine jährliche Aktualisierung über etwaige Veränderungen erforderlich. Das von uns entwickelte Stufenschema erlaubt die Einstufung von 0 (Antrag auf Zertifizierung), über 1A−C (Erfüllung der Qualitätsanforderungen) bis hin zu Stufe 2 (Nichterfüllung der Anforderungen am Ende der Inspektion). Der Antrag auf Rezertifizierung unterstreicht auch das Interesse des Schlaflabors an einer kontinuierlichen Qualitätssicherung.
A conversion of the geoid to the quasigeoid at the Hong Kong territories
Authors: Nsiah Ababio Albertini , Foroughi Ismael , Tenzer Robert , Bagherbandi Mohammad 
Published: June 2024

AbstractA levelling network was readjusted and a new geoid model compiled within the framework of geodetic vertical datum modernization at the Hong Kong territories. To accomplish all project objectives, the quasigeoid model has to be determined too. A quasigeoid model can be obtained from existing geoid model by applying the geoid-to-quasigeoid separation. The geoid-to-quasigeoid separation was traditionally computed as a function of the simple planar Bouguer gravity anomaly, while disregarding terrain geometry, topographic density variations, and vertical gravity changes due to mass density heterogeneities below the geoid surface. We applied this approximate method because orthometric heights of levelling benchmarks in Hong Kong were determined only approximately according to Helmert’s theory of orthometric heights. Considering a further improvement of the accuracy of orthometric heights by applying advanced numerical procedures, we determined the geoid-to-quasigeoid separation by applying an accurate method. The comparison of the accurately and approximately computed values of the geoid-to-quasigeoid separation revealed significant differences between them. The approximate values are all negative and reach -2.8 cm, whereas values from the accurate method vary between -4.1 and + 0.2 cm. In addition, we assessed the effect of anomalous topographic density on the geoid-to-quasigeoid separation by employing a newly developed digital rock density model. According to our estimates the effect of anomalous topographic density reaches a maximum value of 1.6 cm, reflecting a predominant presence of light volcanic rocks and sedimentary deposits at the Hong Kong territories. Our numerical findings indicate that the conversion between geoid and quasigeoid models should be done accurately, even in regions with a moderately elevated topography.
Economic and environmental assessment of the retrofitting of a first-generation ethanol plant
Authors: Susmozas Ana , Matschegg Doris , Davidis Bas , Spekreijse Jurjen , Tzelepi Vasiliki , Kourkoumpas Dimitrios-Sotirios , García Alonso Juan María , Coto Bárbara , Iglesias Raquel 
Published: June 2024

AbstractBioenergy retrofitting may be a short-term strategy to promote the transition from first-generation to advanced bioethanol, as it could improve the cost-competitiveness of the latter. In addition, this strategy could also extend the operational lifetime of first-generation ethanol plants, whose production is restricted by the current European renewable energy regulations. Therefore, this work evaluates two retrofitting scenarios of an existing corn-based first-generation ethanol facility located in Spain from an economic and environmental perspective. In the first case (scenario 1), advanced bioethanol was produced using industrial waste streams included in the Renewable Energy Directive II. The second approach (scenario 2) involves the integration of second-generation technology into the existing first-generation facility. The economic analysis shows that scenario 1 presents a low capital expenditure (CAPEX, €100,000), as it only requires the installation of an industrial waste storage tank. Although, in terms of net present value (NPV), the CAPEX of scenario 2 is higher. It obtains better profitability reaching an NPV of approximately €25,610,000. The environmental assessment identified natural gas consumption as the main contributor to the overall score of the global warming impact category. Consequently, the increased energy demand of the retrofit scenarios, mainly linked to second-generation technology, has a negative impact in terms of greenhouse gas emissions. Therefore, a key aspect to improve the environmental performance of these scenarios would be the replacement of natural gas with a more sustainable alternative, such as bio-based gases.
The degradation of poly(1-butene) extrudates subjected to artificial and natural aging
Authors: Zenzingerova Sona , Kudlacek Michal , Benicek Lubomir , Jaska David , Navratilova Jana , Gajzlerova Lenka , Cermak Roman 
Published: June 2024

AbstractIn this work, we examined the degradation behavior of isotactic poly(1-butene) (PB-1) under artificial aging and natural weathering conditions. PB-1 samples underwent accelerated aging through UV irradiation and natural weathering. Chemical and structural changes in the degraded samples were characterized using Fourier-transform infrared–attenuated total reflectance (FTIR–ATR) spectroscopy, surface analysis, and wide-angle X-ray scattering (WAXS). The mechanical properties were evaluated via tensile testing. FTIR–ATR analysis revealed the presence of carbonyl groups in the degraded samples, indicating oxidative degradation. Surface observations employing scanning electron microscopy (SEM) revealed the formation of surface cracks in both samples, with differing crack initiation mechanisms. The two aging methods affected the mechanical properties of the samples: artificial aging induced a gradual reduction in both tensile modulus and strength, whereas natural weathering engendered a marginal increment in modulus alongside diminished strength. Additionally, elongation-at-break value witnessed a marked decrease in both sample sets during the preliminary stages of degradation. This work employed accelerated time equivalent, obtained by juxtaposition of the values of carbonyl index during both artificial aging and natural weathering and their interpolation to determine the degradation rate and adequately to correlate the final properties of the aged PB-1. It was observed that surface morphology and mechanical attributes of degraded samples were subject to additional influences such as temperature, humidity, and precipitation during natural weathering. This research work provided significant insights into PB-1 degradation mechanisms and effect of different aging conditions on its performance.
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Equitable Partnerships and Programs to Advance Pediatric Global Health
Authors: Zhang Sirey , Amour Maryam , Adams Lisa V. 
Published: June 2024

Abstract
Purpose of the Review
This review underscores the critical need for equitable collaborations to uphold robust and enduring pediatric global health programs to improve child health worldwide. We advocate for the core tenets of reciprocity, longitudinal relationships, and resource redistribution in developing equitable global child health partnerships.

Recent Findings
We reviewed evidence signifying how local and global inequities adversely affect child health. In this review, we provide three examples of successful collaborations between high-income countries and low- and middle-income countries— the Rwandan Human Resources for Health Program, the Global Initiative for Children’s Surgery, and the Baylor College of Medicine International Pediatrics AIDS Initiative— that effectively address these inequities and result in improved child health outcomes. Common themes to equitable partnerships include: (1) prioritizing community voices to inform program development and ensure local needs are met; (2) practicing intentional reciprocity; and (3) challenging outdated and harmful approaches in global health by advocating for a decolonial, socially just, and solidarity-oriented mindset.

Summary
Global pediatric health partnerships must be based on equity to be effective and sustainable. Examples exist whereby programs prioritize community engagement and in-country ownership throughout, ensure reciprocity, and build longitudinal relationships that consider context, historical legacies, systemic inequalities, and promote necessary resource redistribution. These criteria should be used to assess current global child health partnerships and to train the next generation of pediatric global health practitioners, thereby paving the way for a more equitable and sustainable future in pediatric global health.
Joint Estimation of Ride-Hailing Services (RHS) Adoption and Frequency: Assessing Impacts of Built Environment on Work and Discretionary Trips
Authors: Meshram Abhishek , Jain Anmol , Bhaduri Eeshan , Manoj B. S. , Goswami Arkopal Kishore 
Published: June 2024

AbstractIn recent years, ride-hailing services (RHS) (also known as on-demand ride services), such as Uber, Ola, Lyft, Didi, etc., have transformed the urban transportation environment. RHS promises to promote sustainable urban mobility as it combines the flexibility of personal vehicles and the shared nature of public transport. In developing countries like India, research on these emerging RHS is still in its infancy, and the role of the built environment (BE) in influencing RHS choice and usage has not been explored. The current study aims to do so, for the city of Kolkata, India which has the highest modal share of ride-hailing amongst million-plus cities in India. Revealed preference (RP) household surveys were conducted, and information on 841 ride-hailing user trips was collected and a semi-ordered bivariate probit model was developed to estimate RHS adoption and usage frequency simultaneously. Model results show that BE variables like destination accessibility, bus stop density, road density, and population density significantly influence the adoption of RHS and use frequency of RHS with varied intensity for work and discretionary trips. Users residing in neighbourhoods with higher accessibility and better public transit connectivity are the least likely to adopt RHS and are also likely to be infrequent users. On the other hand, individuals living in high-density neighbourhoods are more likely to adopt RHS. Also, with increasing distances between origin and destination, commuters tend to adopt and use RHS frequently.
Krisen im Elementar- und Primarbereich – nichts Neues? Ein Rückblick
Authors: Fölling-Albers Maria 
Published: June 2024

ZusammenfassungKrisen im Elementar- und Primarbereich sind seit vielen Jahren ein Dauerthema in der bildungspolitischen und pädagogischen Öffentlichkeit: fehlende Kita-Plätze, erheblicher Mangel an Erzieher:innen und Lehrkräften, ungleiche Bildungschancen, unzureichende Schülerleistungen. Es wird aufgezeigt, dass auch in den 1960er-/1970er-Jahren in Westdeutschland entsprechende Probleme bestanden, die seinerzeit durch weitgehende strukturelle und curriculare Bildungsreformen gelöst werden sollten. Können damalige Reforminitiativen ein „Masterplan“ für gegenwärtige Krisen im Bildungssystem sein? Mit Bezug auf krisentheoretische Annahmen werden in einem Rückblick ausgewählte Schwerpunkte des Elementar- und Primarbereichs mit ihren spezifischen Merkmalen, die von der damaligen Bildungspolitik und der pädagogischen Fachwelt als defizitär bzw. reformbedürftig identifiziert worden waren, dargestellt, und es wird erörtert, in welcher Weise diese Reformen durchgeführt wurden. Es wird abschließend die Frage gestellt, inwiefern die derzeitigen Krisen neu sind, und es wird diskutiert, ob Erfahrungen aus der damaligen Reformphase hilfreich sein könnten zur Bewältigung gegenwärtiger Krisen.
Gatekeeping girls’ access to education: an exploration of matrilineal relationships, gatekeepers, and contentions at the micro-household-level
Authors: Akuffo Aboabea Gertrude 
Published: June 2024

AbstractThe lack of attention to micro-politics at the household-level makes us miss the gatekeeping strategies that family members at the micro household-level employ to enable, and or hinder education access for children, especially girls. In this paper, I draw on qualitative interviews and autobiographical narratives of 15 women from matrilineal societies to explore answers to the question: How did gatekeeping shape gendered pathways to education access for women born between 1917 and 1957? Examining this demography is essential as it addresses the often-overlooked education access dynamics among women born within this specific timeframe in education research. This paper makes the case that a complex web of gatekeeping systems regarding access to education existed at the micro household family-levels in Ghana. Particularly in matrilineal societies, maternal uncles, maternal grand uncles, and fathers collectively acted as gatekeepers regulating girls’ access to education. The findings underscore the role of cultural resources in facilitating men’s control over family finances, breadwinning roles, and decision-making processes, thereby acting as gatekeepers limiting girls’ access to education. Gatekeeping access created two pathways, non-access, and access with conditions. Access with conditions explain how girls were restricted to reading courses typical to their gender and attending schools of the gatekeeper’s choice. These gatekeeping practices shaped the education access and life outcomes of Ghana’s pioneering generation of educated women.
Recent trends in crowd management using deep learning techniques: a systematic literature review
Authors: Alasmari Aisha M. , Farooqi Norah S. , Alotaibi Youseef A. 
Published: June 2024

AbstractCrowd management has become an integral part of urban planning in abnormality in the crowd and predict its future issues. Big data in social media is a rich source for researchers in crowd data analysis. In this systematic literature review (SLR), modern societies. It can organize the flow of the crowd, perform counting, recognize the related works are analyzed, which includes crowd management from both global and local sides (Hajj events—Saudi Arabia) based on deep learning (DL) methods. This survey concerns crowd management research published from 2010 to 2023. It has specified 45 primary studies that accomplish the objectives of the research questions (RQs), namely, investigation of the taxonomies, approaches, and comprehensive studies of crowd management both globally and locally and focusing on the most commonly used techniques of DL. We found both supervised and unsupervised DL techniques have achieved high accuracy, with different strengths and weaknesses for each approach. A lot of these studies discuss aspects of scene analysis of crowds, that are captured by installed cameras in the place. However, there is a dilemma regarding exploiting data provided on social media to use in the crowd analysis domain. Which we believe that the analysis of big data may raise crowd management to the upper level of enhancement. To this end, motivated by the findings of this SLR. The primary purpose of this review is strived to illustrate obstacles and dilemmas in crowd analysis fields to provide a road map for future researchers. Furthermore, it aims to find research gaps existing to focus on it in the future studies. The results indicate that the lack of Hajj research, especially in sentiment analysis and the study of the pilgrims' behavior.
Engaging chemistry educators through virtual roundtables: how the COVID-19 pandemic led to a community-wide initiative
Authors: Haynes M. Taylor , Pratt Justin M. , Cranswick Matthew A. , Grice Kyle A. , Nataro Chip , Shaner Sarah E. , Stone Kari L. , Porter Meghan , Raker Jeffrey R. 
Published: June 2024

AbstractMembers of the Interactive Online Network of Inorganic Chemists (IONiC) report the development and sustained efforts to provide virtual professional development sessions: Supporting Learning with Interactive Teaching: a Hosted, Engaging Roundtable (SLiThEr). SLiThEr’s emerged from a community need at the start of the COVID-19 pandemic; since then, SLiThEr’s have become a standard event for the IONiC community. SLiThEr’s are real- time virtual community events, after which a recording of the SLiThEr is posted on the IONiC YouTube channel. In this paper, an overview of the structure, format, and emergence of SLiThEr’s is reported, followed by evaluation of SLiThEr offerings, a plan for future SLiThEr offerings, and a discussion of how SLiThEr’s impact teaching practice.
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