bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Effects of ultrasonic flea collars on Ctenocephalides felis on cats
Authors: Dryden Michael W. , Long Glenis R. , Gaafar Sayed M. 
Published: February 2025

SUMMARY
Ultrasonic flea collars marketed by 2 companies were evaluated for their ability to reduce flea numbers on cats with experimentally induced flea (Ctenocephalides felis) infestations. The sound output of the collars was evaluated both before and after use to ensure that the collars were functional. Each brand was evaluated on 5 cats for a 7-day period. Collars generated peak frequencies of 40 kHz and 80 to 92 dB sound pressure level at 10 cm. An average of 98.6 and 97.4% of the fleas were still on the cats after treatment and control periods, respectively. The ultrasonic flea collars were ineffective in reducing flea numbers on these cats.
Comparison of an orally administered gastrointestinal lavage solution with traditional enema administration as preparation for colonoscopy in dogs
Authors: Richter Keith P. , Cleveland Mark vB. 
Published: February 2025

SUMMARY
Forty dogs were randomly assigned to be given either multiple enemas (group A) or orally administered lavage solution (group B) before colonoscopy. Dogs of group A (n = 20) were given 3 large-volume warm-water enemas 6 hours apart, with the last enema given 9 to 15 hours before colonoscopy. Dogs of group B (n = 20) were given a total dose of 50 ml of the lavage solution/kg of body weight through an orogastric tube. The lavage solution was administered in 2 doses of 25 ml/kg given 1 hour apart, 12 to 18 hours before colonoscopy. Dogs were monitored for changes in body weight and in serum sodium, potassium, chloride, calcium, phosphate, urea nitrogen, creatinine, and total CO2 concentrations. Colonoscopy was performed on dogs under general anesthesia by an investigator blinded as to the method of preparation, and the quality of preparation was subjectively evaluated.
The quality of colon preparation was significantly (P < 0.005) better after administration of oral lavage solution, compared with that after multiple enemas. There were minimal changes in laboratory values, side-effects were minimal, and biopsy specimen artifacts were not seen.
Because proper patient preparation is necessary for complete colonoscopic examination, results suggested that an orally administered polyethylene glycol-containing electrolyte solution is preferable to administration of multiple enemas in preparing dogs for colonoscopy.
Biomechanical analysis for the distalisation of the mandibular dentition with anterior alveolar bone loss based on the location of an applied force: A finite element study
Authors: Yang Jing , Zhang Qianqian , Zheng Dehua , Hou Fengchun 
Published: February 2025

Abstract

Introduction
The present study analysed the tooth movement patterns and stress distribution in patients presenting with anterior alveolar bone loss, associated with the use of force vectors applied from a mini-screw to distalise the mandibular dentition.

Methods
Mandibular anterior teeth characterised by alveolar bone loss (zero, one third, one half of the root length) were constructed from a cone-beam computed tomography image, and a mini-screw was inserted into the mandibular buccal shelf. A distalising force of 2 N was applied from the mini-screw to three different lengths of an anterior retraction hook: 2, 7, and 12 mm. The tooth displacement and von Mises stress distribution in the periodontal ligament (PDL) were calculated via a finite element analysis.

Results
In all the models, significant movement was found around the anterior segment, and the stress was primarily concentrated at the cervical margin and apical area of the lateral incisor and canine teeth. With absorption of the anterior alveolar bone, extrusive lingual inclination of the anterior teeth, intrusive distal tipping of the posterior teeth and stress concentration in the PDL increased. Long retraction hooks led to lingual root and intrusive crown movement of the incisors and reduced uncontrolled distal tipping movement of the posterior teeth but also increased the range and magnitude of stress in the PDL of the anterior teeth.

Conclusion
During the distalisation of the mandibular dentition associated with anterior alveolar bone horizontal resorption, different retraction hook heights may be selected to control the movement of the teeth. Special consideration should be given to stress in the PDL of the mandibular incisors.
Periodic and Solitary Wave Solutions for the One-Dimensional Cubic Nonlinear Schrödinger Model
Authors: Bica Ion , Mucalica Ana 
Published: February 2025

Abstract
Using a similar approach as Korteweg and de Vries, [19], we obtain periodic solutions expressed in terms of the Jacobi elliptic function cn, [3], for the self-focusing and defocusing one-dimensional cubic nonlinear Schrödinger equations. We will show that solitary wave solutions are recovered through a limiting process after the elliptic modulus of the Jacobi elliptic function cn that describes the periodic solutions for the self-focusing nonlinear Schrödinger model.
Motion of Inextensible Quaternionic Curves and Modified Korteweg-de Vries Equation
Authors: Eren Kemal 
Published: February 2025

Abstract
Many curve evolutions have been determined which are integrable in recent times. The motion of curves can be defined by certain integrable equations including the modified Korteweg-de Vries. In this study, the quaternionic curves in 3 and 4-dimensional Euclidean spaces have been considered and the motions of inextensible quaternionic curves have been characterized by the modified Korteweg-de Vries (mKdV) equations. For this purpose, the basic concepts of the quaternions and quaternionic curves have been summarized. Then the evolutions of inextensible quaternionic curves with reference to the Frenet formulae have been obtained. Finally, the mKdV equations have been generated with the help of their evolutions
Solving Single Nesting Problem Using a Genetic Algorithm
Authors: Şerban C. , Dumitriu C.Ş. , Bărbulescu A. 
Published: February 2025

Abstract
Since the Bin Packing Problem (BPP) has application to industry and supply chain management problems (to mention only the most important ones), it attracted attention from its formulation. The Single Nesting Problem treated here is a particular case of this optimization problem, which different methods, mainly combinatorial, can solve. In this article, we propose using a genetic algorithm for solving the single nesting problem formulated in a previous article by the authors. The results comparisons prove that this approach is an excellent alternative to the combinatorial ones.
Economic impact of IOT and conventional data breaches: cost analysis and statistical trends
Authors: Harkai Alisa , Ciurea Cristian Eugen 
Published: February 2025

Abstract
Rapid spread and effective integration of Internet of Things (IoT) devices across various sectors has brought unparalleled connectivity and efficiency, but has also introduced amplified vulnerabilities with respect to data breaches. This article offers an in-depth examination of the economic impacts of IoT data breaches, focusing on the associated costs and emerging statistical trends. Through comprehensive analysis, we explore the direct and indirect financial burdens, including immediate response expenses, long-term reputational damage, legal liabilities, and regulatory penalties. Utilizing recent case studies and statistical data, we highlight the economic magnitude of IoT breaches and the factors that amplify their costs. Our research emphasizes the critical need for enhanced IoT security measures and for strategic risk management to protect organizations from substantial financial losses. The findings may serve as a crucial resource for businesses, policymakers, and cybersecurity professionals, advocating for proactive steps to fortify IoT ecosystems against the escalating threat of data breaches.
Should I Stay Or Go? A Theoretical Model of Personnel Retention in the Slovenian Armed Forces
Authors: Beršnak Janja Vuga , Ferme Gašper , Melanšek Andraž , Kohont Andej , Jelušič Ljubica , Juvan Jelena 
Published: February 2025

Abstract
The project »The Retention of Personnel in the Slovenian Armed Forces« (2024– 2025) initially aims to develop a model of risk and protective factors for personnel retention. This article presents a theoretical model of the key retention factors. A two-stage content analysis is used, starting with a comprehensive review of 223 sources, including 191 international and 32 Slovenian sources, using a coding system to group the factors. The second stage categorizes these factors into macro, micro, and individual levels, and in the third stage, a model of the socio-ecological factors influencing retention is developed.
Staff Rides in Professional Military Education: Fusing History, the Modern Battlefield, and the Battlefield of the Future
Authors: Weissmann Mikael , Björkqvist Jonas 
Published: February 2025

Abstract
This article underscores the vital role of staff rides in professional military education (PME), highlighting their ability to bridge historical military events and the contemporary challenges faced by military leaders. It introduces a hybrid staff ride model which merges historical studies with the practical demands of modern warfare, effectively bridging the gap between past analyses and present-day relevance. The article offers detailed guidance on planning staff rides, including the integration of war games, to create a unified learning experience. It presents an ideal pedagogical planning model to ensure the learning objectives align with the activities, and offers different models for field studies. These insights advance staff rides as crucial tools in PME, ensuring their continued relevance in preparing leaders for current and future challenges.
Coexistence of spiders in floodplain forests as an indicator of ecological stability and landscape sustainability in the inland Danube Delta
Authors: Krumpálová Zuzana , Šustek Zbyšek 
Published: February 2025

Abstract
The coexistence of spiders in the Central European floodplains of the Danube River was assessed at 18 study sites (more than 43,000 individuals identified). Environmental conditions, i.e. groundwater level, flood regime, vegetation and tree shading, were defined as the main factors. The presence or absence of flooding and the depth of the water table had a significant effect on spider community structure. Based on the evaluation of 281 spider species found at sites in the inland Danube Delta, we conclude that the typical species of floodplain forests are the same, and thus the coexistence of these dominant and frequent species is a fundamental element of epigeic spider communities in floodplain forests in Central Europe (Piratula hygrophila Thorell, Pardosa lugubris Walckenaer as a leaders; and typical spiders − Bathyphantes nigrinus Westring, Diplocephalus picinus Blackwall, Diplostyla concolor Wider, Oedothorax retusus Westring, Pachygnatha clercki Sundevall, Pachygnatha listeri Sundevall, Pardosa amentata Clerck, Pirata piraticus Clerck, Agroeca brunnea Blackwall, Liocranoeca striata Kulczyński, Ozyptila praticola C. L. Koch and Trochosa ruricola De Geer and two euryhygrophilous species Centromerus sylvaticus Blackwall, Palliduphantes pallidus O. Pickard-Cambridge). We divided ground-dwelling spiders into four categories by using a simple dominance and frequency index (DFflood = ∑ Dhygro · Fhygro · 0.01 / ∑ Deury · Feury · 0.01), which also characterize floodplain forest microhabitats and reflect their stability. The assessments of the status of floodplain wetland forest biota based on the DF-index values represents not only spatial but also temporal aspects, as well as the possibility of using it to determine the ecological stability of the landscape.
The geographical distribution, trophic modes, and host preferences of Fomitopsis pinicola in Central Europe: a comprehensive review
Authors: Gáper Ján , Gáperová Svetlana , Pristaš Peter , Šebesta Martin , Kollárová Patrícia , Gallay Igor , Slobodník Branko 
Published: February 2025

Abstract

Fomitopsis pinicola [Sw.] P. Karst. is one of the most common wood-decaying macrofungi which is adapted to growth under different environmental conditions, but little is known about its intraspecific variation in spatial distribution, function and substrate specificity in different habitats. To understand how the geographical distribution, trophic mode and host specificity of this fungus vary across different habitat categories, we analysed its habitat and trophic preferences using Slovakia (Central Europe) as an example. For this purpose we studied and compared the archived material (fungarium items and field notes) from 1954 to present, obtained from own collections and external sources. The occurrence of F. pinicola in forests and quasi-natural habitats is related to the distribution of Norway spruce. Contrariwise, sites with its presence in public urban spaces are scattered throughout the whole territory of Slovakia. The occurrence of F. pinicola as a saprotroph is highest in forests and lowest in public urban spaces, where it accounts for 90.1% and 27.7% of the total number of records, respectively. F. pinicola was also shown as an important pathotroph of broadleaves in public urban spaces, where pathotrophy concerns as high as 72.3% of relevant records. Prunus species are the most frequently infested woody plants, accounting for 81.3% of these records. In silico analysis of available F. pinicola ITS sequences indicates its genetic homogeneity in Central Europe and the adjacent regions. Thus, the observed differences in trophic modes and host preferences of F. pinicola from different habitats cannot be explained by its intraspecific genetic variability.
An IoT-driven framework based on sensor technology for smart greenhouses and precision agriculture
Authors: Kayadibi İsmail 
Published: February 2025

Abstract
Greenhouses play a key role in sustainable agriculture by addressing food security, climate change, and resource challenges. They enable year-round crop production under controlled conditions but are often labor-intensive and resource-inefficient. Advances in Internet of Things (IoT) technologies offer solutions by automating processes like crop monitoring, climate regulation, and irrigation control. These technologies optimize resource use, reduce waste, and enhance sustainability. This paper introduces an IoT-driven framework combining sensor technology and cloud computing to optimize greenhouse operations. Implemented in a smart greenhouse prototype, the framework includes web, desktop, and mobile applications for real-time operational control. These applications demonstrate IoT's potential in precision agriculture by promoting efficiency, sustainability, and scalability. The framework also supports AI-driven data collection and analysis, contributing to smarter decision-making. This practical, cost-effective, and eco-friendly solution addresses the growing demands of modern agriculture, advancing sustainability and technological integration in farming practices.
Drawn into Dancing and Danced into Drawing: Exploring Deleuze’s Lines of Flight through Dancing–Drawing Approaches in Early Childhood Dance Pedagogies
Authors: Colliander Tuire 
Published: February 2025

Abstract
This article explores Deleuze and Guattari’s (1987) notion of ‘lines of flight’ as a philosophical concept and a phenomenon in dance pedagogical learning events by focusing on approaches combining dancing and drawing in an early childhood educational context. I share how the enquiry has been guided not only through the concept of thinking with theory (Jackson and Mazzei 2023) but also through dancing with theory through a series of creative approaches.
This study is situated in the field of artistic research, with its theoretical framework in post-human theories (Barad 2007), intra-active pedagogy (Lenz Taguchi 2010) and assemblage (Deleuze and Guattari 1987) thinking. Diffractive reading (Barad 2007) is used in narrating the key moments, theorised as translations, that have been significant in researching the lines of flight and the intra-active relationship between drawing and dancing.
The central claim is that working with dancing– drawing assemblages may expand children’s potential entry points and modes of participation. This can support more diverse, inclusive and participatory forms of dance pedagogies. Through dancing–drawing approaches, dance improvisation may become a mode of multimodal meaning-making, fostering rich and varied artistic experiences for children where embodied and artistic thinking intersect in novel ways.
From Form to Fumbling: Reflections on Creating and Collaborating from Archival, Choreographic and Performative Perspectives
Authors: Holte Solveig Styve , Solli Magdalene 
Published: February 2025

Abstract

Frå Form til Famling / From Form to Fumbling premiered on 2nd November 2023 at Henie Onstad Art Center that takes its starting point in the material traces in the archive after Høvik Ballet. In this article, choreographer Solveig Styve Holte and performer Magdalene Solli reflect on the choreographic and performative parameters of this creation, with a focus on one piece of solo material that was included. How may archival material inform and transform how and what we create? In addition to investigating that topic, this article addresses how different modes of collaboration were explored in the creation process, as are recounted from choreographic and performative perspectives. This article is written from both perspectives, letting the different experiences from the process and the polyphony from the performance make it into the reflection at large. The process of engaging in transformation, transmission and transpositioning changes not only our understanding of the material but also our understanding of ourselves as dancers and choreographers. In that regard, this article recounts how our relation to the archive started, developed and transformed, both in our bodies and perceptions, during the long creative process. It also describes how the passing of time, and our time spent with the archives, affected us and the overall choreographic decisions made concerning the performance.
Methodology for Homogenous Market Area Determination HAD2 - Mission Accomplished
Authors: Walacik Marek 
Published: February 2025

Abstract
Property market delineation or determination of areas signifying property market consistency has been a subject of scientific investigation by a variety of researchers from different perspectives. Some explored it for the purposes of decision-making support systems, others for, for example, zoning or housing policy. The theory of property valuation also did not remain indifferent for spatial extraction of homogenous market areas. The following paper constitutes a several-year study within that area. Following the trace of thought formulated by John Maxwell that “every step back is a chance to look at your goals from a different perspective”, the study being based on, amongst others, the method of historic research and critical analysis, ultimately organizes and complements the author’s contribution to the scientific discussion, and in that scope is one of the substantial issues included in the concept of spatial management. It contributes to the current state of the art discussion by introducing the definition of property market tessellation, utilizing it for the purposes of original HAD2 methodology implementation.
The Possible Effects of Applying the Inclusionary Housing Idea in Poland Based on the Lex Developer Act
Authors: Antczak-Stępniak Agata , Załęczna Magdalena 
Published: February 2025

Abstract
In many countries struggling with a shortage of affordable housing, one available instrument is to increase the housing stock at the disposal of local authorities using commercial, residential projects. This solution is called the Inclusionary Housing (IH) model, which creates a mix of residents with different rights to housing and who belong to various social groups. The developer should “pay in apartments” when a residential project benefits primarily from planning and spatial privileges given by the public actor. This instrument has advantages and disadvantages, and its success depends on local social, cultural, and economic conditions. The authors decided to investigate the possible effects of introducing the IH model in Poland considering the results of the application of the Act of July 5, 2018, on facilitating the preparation and implementation of housing investments and accompanying investments (Lex Developer Act). The authors aim to determine the number of apartments that developers could potentially offer to public actors in cities where privileged decisons were applied most often. The research was conducted using methods such as a critical literature review, research of legal acts, analysis of local source data, case studies, and a comparative analysis. The results allow conclusions regarding local housing needs.
What Prognostic Indicators and Treatment Mechanisms Exist for Efficacious Treatments in People With Patellofemoral Pain? A Secondary Meta-Regression With an Updated Search
Authors: Deng Fawei , Razaviasfali Seyedeh Mahboobeh , Birn-Jeffery Aleksandra , Cortes Nelson , Neal Bradley Stephen 
Published: February 2025

OBJECTIVE: To investigate the prognostic and mechanistic variables associated with efficacious treatments in people with patellofemoral pain (PFP). DESIGN: Updated intervention systematic review with de novo meta-regression. LITERATURE SEARCH: We searched MEDLINE, Web of Science, and Scopus from inception until October 2023 for randomised controlled trials (RCTs) involving people with PFP. STUDY SELECTION CRITERIA: High-quality RCTs (scoring ≥7 on the PEDro scale) involving participants with PFP and at least one treatment arm involving an efficacious intervention. DATA SYNTHESIS: We extracted homogenous pain and function data to calculate effect sizes to regress with baseline prognostic (e.g., symptom duration) and mechanistic (e.g., strength change) data. RESULTS: Thirty-four high-quality RCTs involving 1,526 people with PFP were included. For knee-targeted exercise, we identified symptom duration (R2 = 0.68), older age (R2 = 0.31), and low baseline knee extensor strength (R2= 1.0) as significant prognostic variables. For hip-and-knee-targeted exercise, we identified older age (R2= 0.37), greater mass (R2= 0.28), and greater baseline hip abduction torque (R2= 1.0) as significant prognostic variables. We also identified a significant mechanistic association between pain and increased knee extensor torque (R2= 0.99). For hip-targeted exercise, we identified lower height as a significant prognostic variable (R2= 0.96-0.99) and a significant mechanistic association between both pain and function and increased hip abduction (R2= 0.93-0.96) and hip external rotation (R2= 0.96-0.97) strength. CONCLUSIONS: Prolonged symptom duration, older age, and greater mass are prognostic variables for people with PFP. Increasing hip and knee muscle strength may be mechanisms underpinning positive responses to exercise therapy.