bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
AVMA guidelines for dealing with AIDS-infected persons in the veterinary workplace
Authors: Tennyson Arthur V. 
Published: February 2025

Summary
Acquired immune deficiency syndrome (aids) is a human disease; human immunodeficiency virus (hiv) does not infect animals other than nonhuman primates. Veterinarians and their employees are no more at risk by reason of their employment than are workers in offices. Cautions for health care workers do not generally apply to animal health care workers, but they are good rules to follow if it is necessary to render first aid for human injuries in the workplace. Veterinarians are advised to have properly equipped first aid kits available in case of need.
Employees with hiv infection or aids should be treated in the same way that any other ill or disabled employee would be treated. They should be given the opportunity to continue work as long as they are able to perform most of the essential functions of their jobs. Their privacy must be respected, but if their condition becomes known, they must not be discriminated against by employers or other employees. All employees should be instructed in basic information regarding hiv infection and aids, so they understand what is and is not a hazard. They should also be trained to deal safely with human injuries and be informed of their rights and the rights of other employees in case one of them is infected with hiv.
Autogenous lamellar corneal grafting in dogs
Authors: Brightman Alan H. , McLaughlin Susan A. , Brogdon J. Daniel 
Published: February 2025

Summary
Lamellar, autogenous, corneal grafts were performed on 9 clinically normal dogs (1 eye in each of 2 dogs and both eyes in each of 7 dogs) and 7 dogs with corneal disease (1 eye in each dog). Nylon, polyglycolic acid, polyglactin 910, and polydioxanone suture materials were used in 8-0 to 10-0 sizes. The eyes of the normal dogs were examined weekly for up to 16 weeks; corneal endothelium was reestablished in all eyes by 6 weeks after surgery. The eyes of the dogs with corneal disease were reexamined periodically for up to 9 months.
Twenty-two of 23 (95.7%) grafts were considered successful in that they were translucent, and the dogs were able to see after surgery. The suture materials that caused the least tissue reaction were nylon and polyglactin 910.
This procedure is indicated for chronic descemetoceles and other perforating corneal disease. It has the advantage of rapidly resolving severe corneal disease, with a high degree of success.
Epidemiologic investigation and control of an epizootic of anaplasmosis in cattle in winter
Authors: Smith R. D. , Hungerford L. L. , Armstrong C. T. 
Published: February 2025

Summary
An epizootic of anaplasmosis affecting 18 of 90 beef cows in winter on a western Illinois ranch was investigated to determine the probable source and mode of transmission. The cause of the epizootic was Anaplasma caudatum. Cows were classified as sick, convalescent, or carrier on the basis of blood smear, complement fixation, or modified rapid card agglutination test results. Patterns of movement did not suggest a common exposure prior to assembly of cattle at the affected ranch. The combination of clinical stages and temporal pattern of the epizootic was compatible with exposure on one or more occasions after arrival of cattle on the ranch, most likely during herd vaccination or ear tagging. A serologic testing and treatment program was initiated to rid the herd of infection. Seventeen surviving cows were treated 3 times with 20 mg of oxytetracycline/kg, im, at 5-day intervals. At the end of the 6-month follow-up period, 1 of 17 cows was still serologically positive and was treated with a second regimen of oxytetracycline. We believe that eradication of A caudatum was successful, because no clinical cases of anaplasmosis have been reported on the ranch during the last 3 vector seasons.
Compensatory weight gain in steers recovered from oak bud toxicosis
Authors: Ostrowski Stephanie R. , Smith Bradford P. , Spier Sharon J. , Norman Ben B. , Oliver Michael N. 
Published: February 2025

Summary
Cattle that had recovered from clinical oak bud toxicosis (as assessed by normal bun and serum creatinine values and good appetite) performed better than did clinically normal herdmates when weight gain and feed efficiency were compared. Both groups had a rate of weight gain (oak bud-exposed cattle, 1.76 kg/steer/d; control cattle, 1.57 kg/steer/d) that exceeded the feedlot mean value (approximately 1.4 kg/d) for cattle (of similar starting weight and diet) that had zeranol implants, and the difference was significant (P < 0.005) for both groups. The difference in weight gain performance of oak bud-exposed cattle, compared with control cattle, was not highly significant; however, the improved feed efficiency was significantly (P < 0.05) better than that in controls (2.57 kg of feed/kg of weight gain vs 3 kg of feed/kg of weight gain). On the basis of accepted criteria (increased rate of weight gain and efficiency of feed conversion), the group of oak bud-exposed cattle of this study had compensatory weight gain. Thus, cattle with good evidence of clinical recovery from oak bud toxicosis can be expected to perform in the feedlot at least as well as cattle not exposed to oak bud toxicosis, and may have compensatory weight gain.
Evaluation of practical dry dog foods suitable for all life stages
Authors: Czarnecki-Maulden Gail L. , Deming Judith G. , Izquierdo Julia V. 
Published: February 2025

SUMMARY
We evaluated the nutritional adequacy of 2 dry-type commercially prepared dog diets by use of a gestation/lactation/growth protocol outlined by the Association of American Feed Control Officials. Both diets were formulated to contain minimal concentrations of nutrients, compared with canine nutrient requirements listed in the 1974 or 1985 National Research Council publications. Although there were no significant differences in the performance of dogs fed either diet, only one of the diets (diet 2) passed the complete life-stage protocol test. The nutritional profile of diet 1 was only sufficient to support a claim of complete and balanced nutrition for adult maintenance. Any commercial dry dog food meeting the nutrient levels in diet 2, and of similar nutrient bioavailability, should also pass an Association of American Feed Control Officials complete life-stage protocol test.
Regional distribution of ten common skin diseases in dogs
Authors: Sischo William M. , Ihrke Peter J. , Franti Charles E. 
Published: February 2025

Summary
We investigated the regional distributions of the most commonly diagnosed shin diseases in dogs from 17 North American veterinary teaching hospitals. Between January 1983 and December 1983, 11,436 diagnoses of shin disease were made. The 10 most common diagnoses were fleabite allergic dermatitis, shin cancer, pyoderma, seborrhea, allergy, demodectic acariasis (demodicosis), sarcoptic acariasis, immune-mediated skin disease, endocrine related skin disease, and acral lick dermatitis. Regional differences in the frequency of skin diseases were apparent. The northeast region had high frequencies of fleabite allergic dermatitis, allergy, and immune-mediated disease, and a low frequency of seborrhea. The midwest had a high frequency of seborrhea, and low frequencies of demodectic acariasis and allergy. In the plains region, low frequencies of jleabite allergic dermatitis, pyoderma, seborrhea, allergy, and demodectic acariasis were detected. In the west, the frequencies of fleabite allergic dermatitis, skin cancer, pyoderma, seborrhea, and acral lick dermatitis were high, whereas few dogs had allergic disease and sarcoptic acariasis. The southwest had high frequencies of fleabite allergic dermatitis and demodectic and sarcoptic acariasis. Fleabite allergic dermatitis, pyoderma, and demodectic and sarcoptic acariasis were frequently diagnosed in the southeast, but the number of dogs with seborrhea was low.
Class-specific and polyvalent enzyme-linked immunosorbent assays for detection of antibodies to Borrelia burgdorferi in equids
Authors: Magnarelli Louis A. , Anderson John F. 
Published: February 2025

Summary
Class-specific and polyvalent elisa were developed to detect IgM antibody or total immunoglobulins to Borrelia burgdorferi in equine sera. Analyses of 122 serum specimens, collected during 1985 from horses and ponies in tick-infested areas of Connecticut, revealed IgM antibody in 41 (34%) samples; titration end points ranged from 1:160 to 1:2,560. In polyvalent elisa, 73 (16%) of 454 serum specimens contained IgM and/or IgC antibody. Seropositivity was highest (32%) for blood samples collected during May. Both elisa procedures had comparable sensitivities.
Methods of stimulating acupuncture points for treatment of chronic back pain in horses
Authors: Klide Alan M. , Martin Benson B. 
Published: February 2025

Summary
Horses with chronic back pain of 2 to 108 months' duration were treated using acupuncture (n = 15), laser acupuncture (n = 15), or injection acupuncture (n = 15). Horses were treated once a week for 8 treatments (mean) with needle acupuncture, 11 treatments with laser acupuncture, or 9 treatments with injection acupuncture. After treatment, 37 horses had alleviation of clinical signs of pain and could train and compete: 13 horses treated with needle acupuncture; 11 horses treated with laser acupuncture; and 13 horses treated with injection acupuncture. Seemingly, the 3 types of acupuncture were equally useful for treating horses with chronic bach pain.
Isolation and identification of Chlamydia psittaci from pet birds
Authors: Pearson J. E. , Gustafson G. A. , Senne D. A. , Peterson L. A. 
Published: February 2025

Summary
Culturing of Chlamydia psittaci from pet birds requires the inoculation of a susceptible living host system with suspensions of various tissues from dead birds or with tracheal and/or cloacal swabs and fresh feces from live birds. Cell cultures have been used as the host system. The most commonly used cell cultures for isolation of C psittaci from pet birds are McCoy and mouse L cells. The sensitivity and specificity of cell culture equals or surpasses embryonating chicken eggs and mice, and results can be obtained in <7 days. To obtain satisfactory results, the inoculum must be centrifuged onto the cell cultures at 37 C, and the cells must be treated with a metabolic inhibitor such as colchicine or cycloheximide. Chlamydia psittaci can be detected in infected cells by use of fluorescent antibody, Giemsa, or Gimenez staining.
Phase II evaluation of doxorubicin for treatment of various canine neoplasms
Authors: Ogilvie Gregory K. , Reynolds H. A. , Richardson Ralph C. , Withrow Stephen J. , Norris A. M. , Henderson Ralph A. , Klausner J. S. , Fowler J. D. , McCaw Dudley 
Published: February 2025

Summary
One hundred eighty-five dogs with histologically confirmed, measurable malignant tumors were used in a prospective study to determine the response to 2 doses of the anthracycline antitumor antibiotic, doxorubicin. Eighty-three dogs had been refractory to one or more previous treatment modalities (surgery, n = 54; chemotherapy, n = 22; radiation, n = 10; hyperthermia, n = 1; biological response modifier, n = 1). The extent of neoplastic disease was determined immediately prior to and 3 weeks after 2 doses of doxorubicin were administered (30 mg/m2 of body surface area, iv) 21 days apart.
Eighty-four percent (n = 157) of the dogs received 2 doses of doxorubicin and were evaluated. Of the 28 dogs ruled ineligible, 4 had serious side effects to the first dose of doxorubicin, and 24 others acquired complications resulting from their malignant tumors. A partial or complete remission was obtained in 41% (64/157) of all evaluable dogs: 26% (11/43) of the dogs with carcinoma, 67% (42/63) of the dogs with lymphoma, and 22% (11/51) of the dogs with sarcoma. Tumors in which there was at least a 50% volume reduction (partial or complete remission) included malignant lymphoma (42/63), fibrosarcoma (1/14), solid follicular thyroid carcinoma (3/13), mammary adenocarcinoma (2/8), hemangiosarcoma (2/8), osteosarcoma (1/6), circumanal carcinoma (3/5), synovial cell sarcoma (2/3), undifferentiated sarcoma (2/3), nasal adenocarcinoma (1/2), liposarcoma (1/2), Infiltrating lipoma (1/1), malignant melanoma (1/1), sclerosing mesothelioma (1/1), and neurofibrosarcoma (1/2).
Our results indicated that 2 doses of doxorubicin resulted in a measurable regression in the size of various malignant tumors in dogs.
Lack of evidence of transmission of bovine leukemia virus by rectal palpation of dairy cows
Authors: Lassauzet Marie-Liesse G. , Thurmond Mark C. , Walton Ralph W. 
Published: February 2025

SUMMARY
A study was undertaken in a California dairy to estimate the risk of transmission of bovine leukemia virus associated with rectal palpation of cows. The probability of seroconversion within 3 months after rectal palpation was examined as a function of the prevalence of infection in cows at the time of palpation. It was hypothesized that the probability of seroconversion within 3 months after palpation would be higher for cows in a group with high prevalence of infection than for cows in a group with low prevalence. The probability of seroconversion after rectal palpation was equal to 0.034, and results of logistic regression, using data from 1,116 noninjected and 1,047 injected cows, did not indicate any significant association between probability of seroconversion after rectal palpation and prevalence of injection (P = 0.189). Results of this study suggest that risk of bovine leukemia virus transmission by rectal palpation typically used in reproductive tract examination of cows either does not occur or is uncommon.
Using the Choquet integral for the determination of the anxiety degree
Authors: Chiţescu Ion , Manea Mădălina Giurgescu , Paraschiv Titi 
Published: February 2025

Abstract
One considers a group S of subjects and one uses the measured values of EEG waves and the levels of anxiety given by the psychologists for the members of S in order to construct a monotone measure µ. This measure µ is such that the levels of anxiety of the members of S are Choquet integrals with respect to µ. One infers that this is true for any other subject. This inference is validated by comparing the values obtained via the above mentioned method with the results given by the psychologists for another group of subjects S’. We think that this procedure is completely new for the computation of the anxiety degree.
A note on almost sure exponential stability of θ-Euler-Maruyama approximation for neutral stochastic differential equations with time-dependent delay when θ ∈ (
12
{1 \over 2}
, 1)
Authors: Obradović Maja , Milošević Marija 
Published: February 2025

Abstract
This paper is motivated by the paper [2]. The main aim of this paper is to extend the stability result from [16], related to the θ-Euler- Maruyama method (θ ∈ (

1
2

{1 \over 2}

, 1)) for a class of neutral stochastic differential equations with time-dependent delay. The theta method is defined such that, in general case, it is implicit in both drift coefficient and neutral term. Sufficient conditions of the a.s. exponential stability of the θ-Euler-Maruyama method, including the linear growth condition on the drift coefficient of the equation, are revealed. The stability result is established for larger class of neutral terms than that considered in the second cited paper. An example is provided to support the main results of the paper.
A digital 3D Jordan-Brouwer separation theorem
Authors: Šlapal Josef 
Published: February 2025

Abstract
We introduce a connectedness in the digital space ℤ3 induced by a quaternary relation. Using this connectedness, we prove a digital 3D Jordan-Brouwer separation theorem for boundary surfaces of the digital polyhedra that may be face-to-face tiled with certain digital tetrahedra in ℤ3. An advantage of the digital Jordan surfaces obtained over those given by the Khalimsky topology is that the former may bend at the acute dihedral angle

π
4

{\pi \over 4}

.
Logarithmic E-convex multi-objective programming
Authors: Emam Tarek 
Published: February 2025

Abstract
A significant generalization of convexity is constituted by the concept of E-convexity, and our aim in this paper is to define a new class of functions depending on E-convexity, called logarithmic E -convex functions and to discuss their properties. Logarithmic E -convex functions are extended to lo-garithmic quasi E-convex and logarithmic pseudo E-convex functions and some results concerning them are presented. Logarithmic E -convex multi-objective programming problem is formulated. Finally, the sufficient and necessary conditions for a feasible solution to be an efficient solution for multi-objective programming problem involving logarithmic E -convex functions are derived.
Evaluation of Online Learning Implementation During Covid-19 Pandemic for Sustainable Education in the Higher Education Level
Authors: Ediyanto Ediyanto , Atika Iva Nandya , Utomo Hari Widi , Konita Ardiana Pangestika , Handaka Irvan Budhi , Saat Rohaida Mohd 
Published: February 2025

Abstract
In the Covid-19 pandemic, starting from early 2020, technology has a vital role in education. During this pandemic, the learning process is carried out online, regardless of its positive and negative effects toward sustainable education. In an attempt to reduce the adverse effects, this study evaluated online learning by involving students. This study used a survey method and purposive sampling technique. The obtained data were analyzed and tested using the one-way ANOVA test. In collecting the data, we distributed a questionnaire to the Special Education Program students of Universitas Negeri Malang. Our survey results signified that 68.4% of participants were pleased with online learning, while the remaining 31.6% of participants were less satisfied with the assistance provided during online learning. Besides, we also observed different students’ satisfaction levels based on their gender. From our data analysis results, it is known that the female students tended to have higher satisfaction than the male students.
Evaluating the Role that Monastic Educational Principles Play in Education in Monastic Boy Schooling in Gauteng Province, South Africa
Authors: Gradidge Jason , Sepeng Mmalefikane Sylvia 
Published: February 2025

Abstract
Monastic education has a rich history rooted in discipline, community, intellectual pursuits and spirituality. Every year, parents all over South Africa are posed with the question of selecting a school for their children. This article aims to evaluate the role of monastic educational principles in shaping the educational experiences within monastic schools. In a modern context, these principles continue to play a significant role in the development of students within monastic schools nurturing well-rounded learners for life after school. This paper adopted a qualitative approach and included a total of 12 participants from four schools. The principals and two department heads from each school were chosen to provide a thorough evaluation of the role that monastic educational principles play in education in monastic schools. By examining and exploring the ways in which monastic educational principles are implemented, this article highlights the enduring influence of monastic traditions in education and underscores their relevance in preparing young men for a well-rounded and meaningful life. This article was authored to assist with the understanding of the value that these kinds of schools have in our educational system. It is evident from the findings and affirmations of the participants that there are both advantages and disadvantages when evaluating the role monastic educational principles play in education in monastic schools. The recommendations of the study include that there should be a strong emphasis by teachers, department heads and principals on the application of monastic principles as there is a direct link to strong academic performance.
Effect of Water and Feeding Frequencies on Milk Production and Composition of Azikheli Buffalo in Northern Pakistan
Authors: Bibi Bakhtawara , Khan Nadar , Adamov Nikola , Shahid Hanfa , Ahmad Khalil , Ibrahaim M.N.M. 
Published: February 2025

Abstract
The study aimed to determine the effect of water and feeding frequency on feed intake, weight gain, milk production, and composition of Azikheli buffalo in climate conditions of Northern Pakistan. Forty multiparous Azikheli buffaloes with similar live body weight, third lactation stage were selected and randomly divided into four groups with ten replicates in each group: GP-1 (water and feed once daily), GP-2 (water and feed twice daily), GP-3 (water-adlib + feed thrice daily), and GP-4 (water-adlib + adlib feed). The basic feed consisted of maize fodder, wild grass, wheat straw. The concentrate feed (2 kg) was supplemented to all groups. Individual access to watering and feed were provided for each animal. The feed samples were analyzed for their chemical composition, and digestibility. The data mean was calculated using repeated-measures ANOVA. Different water frequencies have a statistically significant effect on water intake, dry matter intake, milk production, and milk composition. The average daily water intake in GP1, GP2, GP3, and GP4 was 28.00, 44.00, 56.00 and 67.30 liters, respectively. The average intake of dry matter was 10.20, 11.15, 12.40 and 12.97 kg, respectively. Daily milk yield was 6.90, 7.44, 8.10 and 8.38 liters, respectively. Dry matter intake and milk production were significantly influenced by the frequency of water consumption and nutritional balance. A balanced diet and unrestricted access to water increased milk production by 1.90 liters per animal per day. It was determined that a balanced diet and ad libitum water consumption increased the feed intake and milk production in Azikheli buffaloes and could yield higher profitability of dairy farms.
Effect of lead and molybdenum disulfide additives on wear resistance and physical properties of copper–graphite composite
Authors: Hosseini Maryam , Mashtizadeh Amir Reza , Tabrizi Arvin Taghizadeh , Aghajani Hossein 
Published: February 2025

Abstract
This study investigated the impact of adding lead (Pb) and molybdenum disulfide (MoS2) to copper–graphite (Cu–Gr) composites used in electric motors. The composites were produced by mechanical alloying (MA). The mixture was then poured and compressed with varying amounts of Pb and MoS2. Differential thermal analysis was used to determine the sintering temperature of the samples. Further tests were conducted to assess the samples’ wear resistance, density, hardness, and porosity. The effects of the additives of these factors were examined, and the output current of the samples was measured. Scanning electron microscopy was also used to analyze the morphology of the Gr plates coated with Cu, Pb, and MoS2. The results indicated that adding Pb and MoS2 increased the density of the sintered samples and their Vickers hardness. Meanwhile, porosity decreased with increased concentrations of Pb and MoS2. Additionally, MoS2 was found to improve wear resistance via a pin-on-disk test.