bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Genotype by Environment (G × E) Interaction and Yield Stability of Chickpea (Cicer arietinum L.) Varieties Across Agroecological Regions of Ethiopia
Authors: Gebeyaw Mekonnen , Fikre Asnake , Abate Alemu , Alemu Setotaw Tesfahun , Bekele Nigusu , Zeleke Bantalem , Gebremariam Tesefaye 
Published: April 2024

ABSTRACTGenotype by environment (G × E) interaction obstructs breeding by persuading variations in genotype performance. The aim of the present study was to determine the stability and yield performance of Desi and Kabuli chickpea varieties at different agroecological regions of Ethiopia, using different stability parameters. The experiment was laid out in a randomized complete block design (RCBD) with three replications. The additive main effect and multiplicative interaction (AMMI) analysis of variance (ANOVA) indicated highly significant differences (p ≤ 0.01) for environments, genotypes, and importantly G × E interaction. AMMI and GGE biplot, AMMI's stability value (ASV) indicate that the Desi chickpea variety Teketay with mean yield of 2225.6 kg/ha (highest) and the variety Dimtu (1603.9 kg/ha) followed by Natoli with mean yield of 2004.9 kg/ha were found to be stable and adaptable to all environments. Similarly, from the Kabuli chickpea varieties, the variety Koka with mean grain yield of 2257.1 kg/ha (highest) and the variety Ejere with mean yield of 1997.6 kg/ha followed by Shasho (1798.59 kg/ha) were found to be stable and adaptable to all environments and should be promoted for production in chickpea‐growing areas of Ethiopia. In conclusion, identification of stable improved varieties for the different agroecological regions can assist the producers such as the farmers for the effective chickpea production. This leads to sustainable self‐sufficiency of food at the household and country level.
Experimental Study of the Interfacial Slip on Hydrodynamic Lubrication Under Different Wettabilities
Authors: Han Suli , Guo Feng , Shao Jing , Wang Qian , Li Xinming , Jin Wei 
Published: April 2024

ABSTRACTThis article presents an experimental study about boundary slippage on the film thickness of hydrodynamic lubrication (HL) using a custom‐made slider‐on‐disc bearing testing apparatus. The interfaces with different affinity were obtained by surface energy modification of sliders with various oleophobic coatings, which are characterised by their contact angle (CA) and contact angle hysteresis (CAH). To study the mechanism of interfacial slip on HL under different wettability constraints, the film thickness and velocity profiles under shear were measured using interference and fluorescence photobleached method, respectively. The results showed that the CAH could better characterise the influence of interface effect on the film thickness of HL, which was explained by the correlation between CAH and the interface potential barrier. Furthermore, it was found that the slip velocity increased with lubricant viscosity and shear rate, which can be explained by the spatial heterogeneity of the flow in conformal contact and the critical shear stress slip model.
Graphene‐Reinforced Hybrid Polymer Nanocomposites‐Based Biosensor Implementation for Environmental Remediation
Authors: Asthana Nidhi , Kumar Devesh , Kyzas George Z. 
Published: April 2024

AbstractBiosensor which is used in wide range of research areas is a type of device which analyzes chemical and biological reactions by responding with electrical output. In this process graphene has become a “miracle material” due to its chemical and physical properties and it is synthesized in this process by native graphite powder (Black Lead) with slight moderation of Hummers method. For membrane formation, PVB (polyvinyle butryl) is used. This copolymer is totally amorphous in nature. An additional, most important eminence of polymer based composite materials is that they can modify chemically to enhance their elasticity biocompatibility and reactivity. The novel nanocomposite membrane can be used for photocatalytic materials for organic pollutant degradation. This experimental study is focused on synthesis and catalytic activity of electrochemical biosensing polymer nanocomposites. In fact, there are many other fields where graphene‐enhanced sensors are on the rise, such as microelectromechanical systems (MEMS) sensors, pressure sensors, pH sensors, environmental contamination sensors, gas sensors, DNA sensors, and more.
Enhanced Dielectric and Electric Properties of ZnFe2O4‐Poly(Vinylidene Fluoride) Composites by Employing Surface Hydroxylated ZnFe2O4 Nanoparticles
Authors: Sethy Manoranjan , Chakroborty Subhendu , Moharana Srikanta , Sahu Subash Ch , Barik Arundhati , Nath Nibedita , Behera Banarji , Mahaling R. N. , Asthana Nidhi 
Published: April 2024

AbstractA facile solvent casting technique has been reported in the fabrication of surface hydroxylated ZnFe2O4 (h‐ZFO) nanoparticles (NPs) filled with poly(vinylidene fluoride) (PVDF) as a matrix. The h‐ZFO filler particles are synthesized from neat ZnFe2O4. The dielectric and electric performance of polymer‐based composites is much related to the interface binding between filler particles and polymer matrix. In this work, the surface alternation technique employed a new path is developed to improve the compatibility between ZFO particles and the PVDF matrix. These PVDF‐ZFO composites were studied by X‐ray diffractometer (XRD), Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR), transmission electron microscopy (TEM), and scanning electron microscopy (SEM). The h‐ZFO‐PVDF and ZFO‐PVDF composites are carefully analyzed by dielectric and electric properties by a wide range of frequencies. However, the morphological analysis exhibits uniform dispersion of the h‐ZFO NPs in the PVDF matrix. The h‐ZFO‐PVDF composites have a dielectric constant of about 35 for 1.5 wt.% of filler contents. Moreover, the h‐ZFO‐PVDF composites have lower dielectric loss than PVDF‐ZFO composites. It is suggested that the strong interaction between h‐ZFO filler particles and the PVDF matrix is the main reason for the improvement of dielectric properties. The outcomes of these methods have great potential for making high dielectric constants and relatively suppressed loss PVDF‐ZFO composites for advanced practical applications.
Development of Zeolite‐Loaded Air‐Brushed Nanofibers for Oral Use and Its Characterization
Authors: Shakir Arshiya , C Pushpalatha , Deveswaran R. , Jerin James Jithu 
Published: April 2024

AbstractZeolites are commercially available and naturally occurring minerals and synthetic materials, they are crystalline aluminosilicates with distinctive chemical and structural properties. Zeolites have a wide range of uses, including catalysis, gas separation, agronomy, animal feed additives, ecology, medicine, and cosmetics. The antibacterial activity of zeolite‐based nanofibers is fabricated and investigated in the current work utilizing a novel airbrushing method. Airbrushing is used to create zeolite‐loaded nanofibers with two groups of 5% and 10% zeolite, respectively. Scanning electron microscopy (SEM), Attenuation of Reflectance Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy (ATR‐FT‐IR), contact angle measurement and an antibacterial test against Streptococcus mutans are used to characterize the fabricated zeolite‐loaded nanofibers. The SEM pictures demonstrate that the innovative strategy used in the study—air brushing—to effectively produce zeolite‐loaded nanofibers is a success. The morphology and diameter in nanometers is verified by SEM images for both groups. The ATR‐FT‐IR peaks confirm the blended compound and its chemical structure. The water contact angle measurement of the nanofibers of both groups show the hydrophobic qualities based on wettability. The findings of the zeolite nanofiber antibacterial test show a zone of inhibition (ZOI) of 19 mm compared to a positive control groups ZOI of 28 mm, indicating superior antibacterial activity against gram‐positive S. mutans. Based on the findings, it can be stated that zeolite nanofiber can be created by airbrushing and has antibacterial properties that can be utilized to stop dental caries, where S. mutans is the primary pathogenic organism.
Magnetic Resonance‐Guided Focused Ultrasound (MRgFUS)‐Thalamotomy for Essential Tremor: Lesion Location and Clinical Outcomes
Authors: Arcadi Alana , Aviles‐Olmos Iciar , Gonzalez‐Quarante Lain Hermes , Gorospe Arantza , Jiménez‐Huete Adolfo , de la Corte Marta Macías , Parras Olga , Martin‐Bastida Antonio , Riverol Mario , Villino Rafael , Guridi Jorge , Rodríguez‐Oroz Maria C. 
Published: April 2024

AbstractBackgroundFactors predicting clinical outcomes after MR‐guided focused ultrasound (MRgFUS)‐thalamotomy in patients with essential tremor (ET) are not well known.ObjectiveTo examine the clinical outcomes and their relationship with patients' baseline demographic and clinical features and lesion characteristics at 6‐month follow‐up in ET patients.MethodsA total of 127 patients were prospectively evaluated at 1 (n = 122), 3 (n = 102), and 6 months (n = 78) after MRgFUS‐thalamotomy. Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) was obtained at 6 months (n = 60). Primary outcomes included: (1) change in the Clinical Rating Scale of Tremor (CRST)‐A+B score in the treated hand and (2) frequency and severity of adverse events (AEs) at 6 months. Secondary outcomes included changes in all subitems of the CRST scale in the treated hand, CRST‐C, axial tremor (face, head, voice, tongue), AEs, and correlation of primary outcomes at 6 months with lesion characteristics. Statistical analysis included linear mixed, standard, and logistic regression models.ResultsScores for CRST‐A+B, CRST‐A, CRST‐B in the treated hand, CRST‐C, and axial tremor were improved at each evaluation (P < 0.001). Five patients had severe AEs at 1 month that became mild throughout the follow‐up. Mild AEs occurred in 71%, 45%, and 34% of patients at 1, 3, and 6 months, respectively. Lesion volume was associated with the reduction in the CRST‐A (P = 0.003) and its overlapping with the ventralis intermedius nucleus (Vim) nucleus with the reduction in CRST‐A+B (P = 0.02) and CRST‐B (P = 0.008) at 6 months.ConclusionsMRgFUS‐thalamotomy improves hand and axial tremor in ET patients. Transient and mild AEs are frequent. Lesion volume and location are associated with tremor reduction. © 2024 The Authors. Movement Disorders published by Wiley Periodicals LLC on behalf of International Parkinson and Movement Disorder Society.
A reconfigurable band‐notched wearable super ultra‐wideband antenna utilizing a split‐ring resonator
Authors: Ghanbari Leila , Keshtkar Asghar , Jarchi Saughar 
Published: April 2024

AbstractThis article presents a flexible ultra‐wideband (UWB) antenna that can be used in wireless body area networks (WBAN). The antenna has a switchable slotted split ring resonator (SRR) structure on the radiating patch, which creates band‐notch functionality. The antenna has three switchable states: UWB and two band‐notched states at central frequencies of 5.5 and 3.5 GHz. The antenna has compact dimensions of 30 × 38 × 0.38 mm3 and is fabricated on an RT5880 substrate. Its impedance bandwidth ranges from 2.7 to 50 GHz (a relative bandwidth of 180%). The antenna's performance has been evaluated under deformation, and its impact on the human body has been assessed using the specific absorption rate (SAR) parameter. The antenna has been manufactured, and its key features have been measured, demonstrating good agreement with simulations. Due to its low SAR, minimal thickness, and UWB performance, the antenna is a good candidate for WBAN applications.
Sharing versus donating: The role of message framing in consumers' private information disclosure for societal benefits
Authors: Wang Luming 
Published: April 2024

AbstractAcross three studies, this research elucidates how message frames—sharing versus donating—can affect consumers' private information disclosure for societal benefits through perceived sacrifice. This effect is moderated by perceived importance of the cause. First, we demonstrate that the sharing (donating) frame can generate more (less) private information disclosure for societal benefits. Second, we examine the mechanism by which the sharing (donating) frame leads to less (more) perceived sacrifice and then more (less) information disclosure. Third, we introduce the perceived importance of the cause and find that for people who perceive the importance of the cause is high, the donating (sharing) frame leads to less (more) perceived sacrifice and stronger (weaker) intention for private information disclosure. This research has implications for marketers, consumers, and society as a whole.
Investigating and characterizing electrical properties of polypyrrole/SiO2/FePS3 nanocomposite
Authors: Ahmed Eman H. , Fathi Ahlam M. , El‐Meligi A. A. 
Published: April 2024

AbstractNovel nanocomposites of polypyrrole (PPy) embedded in silica (SiO2) and iron phosphorus trisulphide (FePS3) nanoparticles have been fabricated. The nanocomposite's dielectric characteristics have been examined in relation to temperature ranges of 25–200°C and frequency ranges of 0.1–7 MHz. Fourier‐transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR), x‐ray diffraction (XRD), scanning electron microscopy (SEM–EDX), transmission electron microscope (TEM), and dielectric measurements have all been used to evaluate the prepared nanocomposite. The monoclinic crystal structure of the prepared FePS3 and PPy/SiO2/FePS3 nanocomposite is confirmed by XRD, EDX, and TEM studies. The FePS3 is perfectly layered structure in the SEM image, and FePS3 and SiO2 particles are well intercalated, creating novel nanocomposites of two nanoparticle phases that served as a union network during the polymerization process. The IR spectrum shows that PPy is a dopant in the interlayer area of FePS3. The splitting major peak (570 cm−1) of FePS3 is visible at around 640 and 560 cm−1. The high AC conductivity values indicated that the combination of FePS3/SiO2 nano‐matrix contains PPy at high packing densities and confirming the semiconducting properties of the nanocomposite to be used in several electronic applications.
Zinc oxide nanoparticles reinforced gelatin/starch bio‐nanocomposite film for UV‐ray protection and antimicrobial resistance
Authors: Sasikala M. , Umapathy M. J. , AlSalhi Mohamad S. , Devanesan Sandhanasamy , Rajasekar Aruliah , Arunkumar Paulraj , Narenkumar Jayaraman 
Published: April 2024

AbstractThe research aimed to prepare eco‐friendly bio‐nanocomposite films utilizing gelatin/starch (GS), nano‐ZnO, and Darbha grass extract via the solution casting method. Then, it was examined the mechanical and physical properties of different durations of sunlight exposure on the prepared films. The results indicated that up to 12 h of sunlight exposure led to increased film thickness, mechanical strength, and apparent density. Tensile strength increased from 4.8 to 34.8 MPa, and the average crystalline size of the nanoparticles was found to be 54.35 nm using scanning electron microscope. Compared with GS films, these bio‐nanocomposite films exhibited lower moisture content, oil permeability, and enhanced water barrier properties. Moreover, they displayed significant UV absorption and profound antimicrobial activity against both gram‐positive and gram‐negative food borne pathogenic bacteria. The nano‐ZnO/Darbha grass extract‐based bio‐nanocomposite films exhibited showed improved characteristics and could be applied in the field of food packaging application.
Synergistic enhancement: Ammonium Polyphosphate's impact on hybrid coating performance against corrosion and fire
Authors: Kabeb Siti M. , Hassan Azman , Ahmad Faiz 
Published: April 2024

AbstractThis research demonstrated the impact of ammonium polyphosphate (APP) content on corrosion resistance and flame retardancy properties of hybrid graphene oxide/halloysite/intumescent flame retardant (GO‐HNT‐IFR) coatings. Electrochemical impedance spectroscopy studied indicates that the GO0.6‐H0.3 coating exhibited superior corrosion resistance (Rct = 2.490 × 109 Ω·cm) compared with hybrid GO‐HNT‐IFR coatings. Tafel polarization data revealed a decrease in polarization resistance, Rp simultaneously increases the corrosion rate, Rcorr of the epoxy coatings containing APP compare with GO0.6‐H0.3 coating. Salt spray test result demonstrated that all epoxy coating filled with hybrid nanofillers maintained excellent surface integrity, preventing corrosion for up to 500 h under controlled accelerated corrosive conditions. A reasonable increment of limited oxygen index up to 12.5% was reported by the addition of 1 phr APP, indicating its best flame retardancy and thermal stability properties among coating samples. The appropriate addition of APP (1 phr) enhanced the flame retardancy and thermal stability properties of hybrid GO‐HNT‐IFR coatings to a certain extent but it is impaired by increasing the APP loading. Transmission electron microscopy results validated the formation of aggregation at high APP loading, consequently affecting coating performances as well as its adhesion strength.
Novel simulation of the blood–brain barrier using the polyacrylonitrile electrospun nanofibrous membrane on 3D‐printed Transwell
Authors: Raeiji Mohammad , Morshedi Dina , Mahmoudifard Matin 
Published: April 2024

AbstractThe blood–brain barrier (BBB) possesses an intricate structure and set of characteristics that effectively restricts the transportation of substances to the central nervous system. Consequently, the development of pharmaceuticals for brain disorders poses significant hurdles. Numerous attempts have been made to produce innovative simulates of BBB that exhibit a striking resemblance to BBB and are suitable for efficient drug screening, as well as being user‐friendly and easily reproducible. One of the models available is the commercial Transwell® system. In this system, chosen endothelial cells form a single layer on the rigid membrane of the upper chamber. In the present study, the two‐dimensional structure of this membrane was exchanged with a three‐dimensional membrane using the 3D printing method and developed a novel approach to fabricate the scaffold in one step on the fabricated Transwell. This novel method of horizontal electrospinning has reduced the mechanical damage associated with conventional vertical electrospinning, resulting in suitable mechanical properties for cell culture. The lower diameter of the nanofibers, the thickness of the mesh, bulk Young's modulus and hydrophobicity compared to conventional mesh‐based counterparts are characteristics which make it more similar to the natural basement membrane and improve cell culture necessities on the scaffold. The designed BBB model was characterized via cell morphology, trans‐endothelial electrical resistance, and permeability value. This human BBB model formed robust cell integrity and achieved the acceptable range of TEER and low permeability that confirm the polyacrylonitrile (PAN) scaffold as an in vitro cell culture platform with promising cell culture results of the brain microvascular endothelial cell line hCMEC/D3.
Iron overload disorders: Growth and gonadal dysfunction in childhood and adolescence
Authors: Tenuta Marta , Cangiano Biagio , Rastrelli Giulia , Carlomagno Francesco , Sciarra Francesca , Sansone Andrea , Isidori Andrea M. , Gianfrilli Daniele , Krausz Csilla 
Published: April 2024

AbstractHemochromatosis (HC) is characterized by the progressive accumulation of iron in the body, resulting in organ damage. Endocrine complications are particularly common, especially when the condition manifests in childhood or adolescence, when HC can adversely affect linear growth or pubertal development, with significant repercussions on quality of life even into adulthood. Therefore, a timely and accurate diagnosis of these disorders is mandatory, but sometimes complex for hematologists without endocrinological support. This is a narrative review focused on puberty and growth disorders during infancy and adolescence aiming to offer guidance for diagnosis, treatment, and proper follow‐up. Additionally, it aims to highlight gaps in the existing literature and emphasizes the importance of collaboration among specialists, which is essential in the era of precision medicine.
Mapping network connection and direction among symptoms of depression and anxiety in patients with chronic gastritis
Authors: Tang Qihui , Wang Rui , Niu Haiqun , Li Yifang , Li Yuting , Hu Zichao , Liu Xiangping , Tao Yanqiang 
Published: April 2024

AbstractRegarding neurophysiological and developmental findings, anxiety and depression are usual comorbidities of gastritis patients. However, research related to anxiety and depression among chronic gastritis patients was conducted on the disease level while ignoring symptoms. Hence, we rendered the network approach to reveal the symptoms of anxiety and depression among chronic gastritis patients. Three hundred and sixty‐nine chronic gastritis patients (female = 139, Mage = 55.87 years) were asked to complete the Self‐Rating Anxiety Scale and Self‐Rating Depression Scale. Three symptom networks and one directed acyclic graph (DAG) network were formed. First, in the anxiety network of chronic gastritis patients, dizziness was the most influential symptom. In the depression network of chronic gastritis patients, depressed affect and psychomotor retardation were the influential symptoms. Second, panic, easy fatiguability, weakness, palpitation, depressed affect, tachycardia, fatigue, and psychomotor agitation bridged the anxiety–depression network of chronic gastritis patients. Third, DAG networks showed that anxiousness and hopelessness could trigger other symptoms in the anxiety–depression networks of chronic gastritis patients. The current study provided insightful information on patients with chronic gastritis by examining the structures of symptoms.
Factors associated with discontinuation of treatment for pulmonary arterial hypertension in the United States
Authors: Farber Harrison W. , Germack Hayley D. , Croteau Nicole S. , Simeone Jason C. , Tang Fei , Paoli Carly J. , Doad Gurinderpal , Panjabi Sumeet , De Marco Teresa 
Published: April 2024

AbstractInformation on factors leading to pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH) treatment discontinuation is limited. This study analyzed 12,902 new PAH medication users to identify predictors of treatment discontinuation. Treatment by accredited pulmonary hypertension centers and combination therapy with PAH agents from different classes were less likely to result in discontinuation.
Computationally Secure Semi‐Quantum All‐Or‐Nothing Oblivious Transfer from Dihedral Coset States
Authors: Yan Xingyu , Wang Licheng , Gu Lize 
Published: April 2024

AbstractThe quest for perfect quantum oblivious transfer (QOT) with information‐theoretic security remains a challenge, necessitating the exploration of computationally secure QOT as a viable alternative. Unlike the unconditionally secure quantum key distribution (QKD), the computationally secure QOT relies on specific quantum‐safe computational hardness assumptions, such as the post‐quantum hardness of learning with errors (LWE) problem and quantum‐hard one‐way functions. This raises an intriguing question: Are there additional efficient quantum hardness assumptions that are suitable for QOT? In this work, leveraging the dihedral coset state derived from the dihedral coset problem (DCP), a basic variant of OT, known as the all‐or‐nothing OT, is studied in the semi‐quantum setting. Specifically, the DCP originates from the dihedral hidden subgroup problem (DHSP), conjectured to be challenging for any quantum polynomial‐time algorithms. First, a computationally secure quantum protocol is presented for all‐or‐nothing OT, which is then simplified into a semi‐quantum OT protocol with minimal quantumness, where the interaction needs merely classical communication. To efficiently instantiate the dihedral coset state, a powerful cryptographic tool called the LWE‐based noisy trapdoor claw‐free functions (NTCFs) is used. The construction requires only a three‐message interaction and ensures perfect statistical privacy for the receiver and computational privacy for the sender.