bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Multicenter prospective randomized controlled clinical trial comparing the pocket-creation method with and without single-clip traction of colonic endoscopic submucosal dissection
Authors: Morikawa Takaaki , Nemoto Daiki , Kurokawa Tomohiro , Yamashina Takeshi , Hayashi Yoshikazu , Kitamura Masafumi , Okada Masahiro , Takezawa Takahito , Nakajima Yuki , Kowazaki Yuka , Fukuda Hisashi , Nomura Tatsuma , Lazaridis Nikolaos , Fukushima Noriyoshi , Sunada Keijiro , Yamamoto Hironori 
Published: February 2024

Abstract
Background The pocket-creation method (PCM) was developed to overcome the technical difficulties of endoscopic submucosal dissection (ESD), although opening the pocket remains challenging. We developed a novel technique of PCM with single-clip traction (PCM-CT), which uses a reopenable clip as a traction device to maintain stability during the procedure. No prospective study has compared the efficacy of PCM-CT and PCM. This study aimed to investigate the effectiveness of PCM-CT vs. PCM in a randomized controlled trial.
Methods This randomized controlled clinical trial was conducted at four Japanese institutions. Patients with superficial colorectal neoplastic lesions were included following Japanese guidelines for colorectal cancer. Seven moderately experienced endoscopists performed the ESD procedures using either PCM-CT or PCM.
Results 100 patients were enrolled in the study. Compared with PCM, PCM-CT achieved significantly faster mean (SD) dissection speed (21.4 [10.8] vs. 27.0 [14.5] mm2/min [95%CI 0.5 to 10.7], P = 0.03), and reduced the mean procedure time (81.8 [57.9] vs. 64.8 [47.6] minutes [95%CI –38.2 to 4.3], P = 0.12) and pocket-opening time (37.8 [33.0] vs. 30.0 [28.9] minutes [95%CI –20.2 to 4.6], P = 0.22). En bloc and R0 resection rates were not significantly different between the two groups (100% vs. 100%, P >0.99; 100% vs. 96%, P = 0.50, respectively). No significant differences were observed in adverse events between the two groups.
Conclusion ESD facilitated by the novel PCM-CT method appeared to be significantly faster than PCM. Both methods achieved high R0 resection rates.
Cross-Talk Between Thyroid Disorders and Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver
Disease: From Pathophysiology to Therapeutics
Authors: Yang Yan , Xiao Jiyuan , Qiu Wen , Jiang Luxia 
Published: February 2024

AbstractThe medical community acknowledges the presence of thyroid disorders and
nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD). Nevertheless, the interconnection
between these two circumstances is complex. Thyroid hormones (THs), including
triiodothyronine (T3) and thyroxine (T4), and thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH),
are essential for maintaining metabolic balance and controlling the metabolism
of lipids and carbohydrates. The therapeutic potential of THs, especially those
that target the TRβ receptor isoform, is generating increasing interest. The
review explores the pathophysiology of these disorders, specifically examining
the impact of THs on the metabolism of lipids in the liver. The purpose of this
review is to offer a thorough analysis of the correlation between thyroid
disorders and NAFLD, as well as suggest potential therapeutic approaches for the
future.
Balloon-Assisted Stent Visualization: A Simple Technique for Precise Measurement of Previously Placed Stent Diameter
Authors: Sakamoto Manato , Yokoya Shigeomi , Takezawa Hidesato , Ichihashi Midori , Kishida Kengo , Oka Hideki 
Published: February 2024

AbstractStent-assisted coil embolization is effective for treating intracranial aneurysms, improving outcomes and reducing recurrence rates. However, accurately measuring the diameter of a previously placed stent during imaging can be challenging due to coil artifacts. This poses difficulties in determining the coil packing and size of additional stents needed during retreatment. In a reported case, the use of a balloon enabled precise assessment of stent deployment. A 50-year-old male with a history of basilar artery-left superior cerebellar artery aneurysm underwent coil embolization, direct clipping, and stent-assisted coil embolization (SAC) over a span of 14 years. However, the aneurysm showed reenlargement over time. To address the recurrence, a balloon was used to assess the previously placed Neuroform Atlas stent. Additional coils were inserted outside the stent, and a Low-profile Visualized Intraluminal Support Blue stent was added. Postoperatively, there were no new neurological issues, and a follow-up magnetic resonance imaging showed no ischemic lesions. Balloon-assisted stent visualization (BASV) may be a useful method in the retreatment of SAC. It has the potential to provide valuable information for treatment planning.
“Good,” “Hopeless,” and “Alright”: People with Aphasia Expressing Their Opinions on Their Rehabilitation Experiences
Authors: Sherratt Sue 
Published: February 2024

AbstractTreatment for people with aphasia mainly concentrates on facilitating the communication of needs or providing facts. This focus is in danger of downplaying the significance of the expression of attitudes and emotion. Evaluative expression is critical for recreating identity and social interaction. However, the linguistic expression of emotions following aphasia has been insufficiently explored. This study aimed to determine which semantic-lexical devices people with aphasia used to express their opinions and views about their clinicians and rehabilitation. In-depth interviews with 50 people with aphasia describing their emotions during their rehabilitation were analyzed using the appraisal framework comprising appreciation, affect, and judgment. Speakers also graded their attitudes toward people, things, or events. Almost half of instances expressed appreciation, over one-third expressed judgment, and about 16% expressed affect. Amplification of emotions was used frequently, in over 40% of instances. Affective difficulties following aphasia and other brain injuries are among the most important factors for rehabilitation, social reintegration, and the burden on family members. To ameliorate these issues, the focus of rehabilitation in aphasia needs to shift from expressing needs toward facilitating the expression of opinions and feelings and providing people with aphasia with the opportunities and means to express their views on their healthcare.
Characterization of iron(III) in aqueous and alkaline environments with ab initio and ReaxFF potentials
Authors: Riefer Arthur , Hackert-Oschätzchen Matthias , Plänitz Philipp , Meichsner Gunnar 
Published: February 2024

The iron(III) complexes [Fe(H2O)n(OH)m]3−m (n + m = 5, 6, m ≤ 3) and corresponding proton transfer reactions are studied with total energy calculations, the nudged elastic band (NEB) method, and molecular dynamics (MD) simulations using ab initio and a modification of reactive force field potentials, the ReaxFF-AQ potentials, based on the implementation according to Böhm et al. [J. Phys. Chem. C 120, 10849–10856 (2016)]. Applying ab initio potentials, the energies for the reactions [Fe(H2O)n(OH)m]3−m + H2O → [Fe(H2O)n−1(OH)m+1]2−m + H3O+ in a gaseous environment are in good agreement with comparable theoretical results. In an aqueous (aq) or alkaline environment, with the aid of NEB computations, respective minimum energy paths with energy barriers of up to 14.6 kcal/mol and a collective transfer of protons are modeled. Within MD simulations at room temperature, a permanent transfer of protons around the iron(III) ion is observed. The information gained concerning the geometrical and energetic properties of water and the [Fe(H2O)n(OH)m]3−m complexes from the ab initio computations has been used as reference data to optimize parameters for the O–H–Fe interaction within the ReaxFF-AQ approach. For the optimized ReaxFF-AQ parameter set, the statistical properties of the basic water model, such as the radial distribution functions and the proton hopping functions, are evaluated. For the [Fe(H2O)n(OH)m]3−m complexes, it was found that while geometrical and energetic properties are in good agreement with the ab initio data for gaseous environment, the statistical properties as obtained from the MD simulations are only partly in accordance with the ab initio results for the iron(III) complexes in aqueous or alkaline environments.
Sputtered NbN films for ultrahigh performance superconducting nanowire single-photon detectors
Authors: Stepanov Ilya A. , Baburin Aleksandr S. , Kushnev Danil V. , Sergeev Evgeniy V. , Shmonina Oksana I. , Matanin Aleksey R. , Echeistov Vladimir V. , Ryzhikov Ilya A. , Panfilov Yuri V. , Rodionov Ilya A. 
Published: February 2024

At the present time, ultrahigh performance superconducting nanowire single-photon detectors are the key elements in a variety of devices from biological research to quantum communications and computing. Accurate tuning of superconducting material properties is a powerful resource for fabricating single-photon detectors with desired properties. Here, we report on the major theoretical relations between ultrathin niobium nitride (NbN) film properties and superconducting nanowire single-photon detector characteristics, as well as the dependence of ultrathin NbN film properties on reactive magnetron sputtering recipes. Based on this study, we formulate the exact requirements for ultrathin NbN films for ultrahigh performance superconducting nanowire single-photon detectors. Then, we experimentally studied the properties of ultrathin NbN films (morphology, crystalline structure, critical temperature, and sheet resistance) on silicon, sapphire, silicon dioxide, and silicon nitride substrates sputtered with various recipes. We demonstrate ultrathin NbN films (obtained with more than 100 films deposition) with a wide range of critical temperature from 2.5 to 12.1 K and sheet resistance from 285 to 2000 Ω/sq and report a sheet resistance evolution of more than 40% within two years. Finally, we found out that one should use ultrathin NbN films with a specific critical temperature near 9.5 K and a sheet resistance of about 350 Ω/sq for ultrahigh performance state-of-the-art superconducting nanowire single-photon detectors at 1550 nm wavelength.
Development of EFL reading rate in adolescents in Japan
Authors: Yamashita Junko , Kusanagi Kunihiro , Shiotsu Toshihiko 
Published: February 2024

Abstract
This longitudinal study employed latent growth curve modeling to investigate the development of EFL reading rate in a sample of L1-Japanese adolescents from Grade 9 to 11. It also examined the contributions of four components (word recognition, phonological processing, orthographic processing and vocabulary breadth) to the reading rate with word recognition as a mediator. The growth trajectory was non-linear with steeper gains between Grades 9 and 10 than Grades 10 and 11. The components contributed to the reading rate in complex ways, either directly or through the mediation of word recognition. Although some catching up by slower readers was observed, the advantage the faster readers had at the outset remained after two years, indicating the importance of the achievement levels at early stages for later development.
Subjectification and conativity
Authors: Octavio de Toledo y Huerta Álvaro S. , Camarero Mar Garachana 
Published: February 2024

Abstract
Conative constructions have enjoyed considerable attention over the past decade from a typological perspective.
However, the historical development of conativity in individual languages has been largely neglected to date. In this paper, we
put forth an exhaustive diachronic analysis of the Spanish verbal construction tratar de + INF (currently ‘to
attempt to INF’, whereby tratar originally means ‘handle’). We show that, unlike many periphrases, tratar
de + INF does not originate in a single construction, but emerges via the conflation of separate members in a
constructional network whose meanings slowly converged (in the manner of mutually supporting constructions) around a volitional
meaning to generate a conative structure. The discussion sheds light on likely constructionalization paths for the development of
conative meaning and highlights the role of non-periphrastic constructions as a principal means of conveying certain core modal
contents in particular languages.
Vete a freír cristales
Authors: Ivorra Ordines Pedro , López Meirama Belén 
Published: February 2024

Abstract
The constructional idiom [IRSE/ANDAR(SE)[imperative] a CLAUSE[infinitive]] (e.g., Vete a freír espárragos, lit. ‘go to fry asparagus’; Iros a tomar viento, lit. ‘go to get wind’) is commonly used in Spanish to convey the speaker’s strong rejection, and is a hallmark of colloquial language. This makes it an excellent candidate for exploring the phenomenon of extravagance, both because of these characteristics and its structure, which includes an empty slot filled with a clause headed by an infinitive. This structural aspect contributes to variability, as its high token frequency also results in high type frequency. The corpus analysis (Sketch Engine) presented in this paper allows us to illustrate the relationship between creativity and intensification, as well as between innovation and convention. Besides, it underscores the gradual nature of creativity, culminating in extravagance, which speakers employ to gain salience and, in turn, amplify the expressiveness and emotional impact of their statements.
Gravitational repulsion in an expanding ball of dust
Authors: P L Bragança Diogo 
Published: February 2024

Abstract
In general relativity, there is a velocity dependent term in the gravitational acceleration of a test particle for an observer at infinity. Depending on the direction of motion and the speed, that term can be repulsive. We show that this is also the case in the Parametrized Post-Newtonian (PPN) formalism. We compute the magnitude of that repulsive term for an expanding sphere of dust observed at infinity, and find that it could mimic the effect of a cosmological constant. The time evolution of such an expanding ball of dust for an observer at infinity is calculated, and compared with the standard ΛCDM model. We find that the so-called coincidence problem does not exist for such a model as the energy density attributed to the expansion is always of the same order as the matter energy density.
Innovating in-situ characterization: a comprehensive measurement system for measuring the ZT and the contact resistance of vertical thermolegs exploiting the vertical transfer length method
Authors: Sherkat Negin , Kattiparambil Sivaprasad Athira , Pelz Uwe , Woias Peter 
Published: February 2024

Abstract
In order to optimize their system design and manufacturing processes, it is crucial to undertake a thorough electrical and thermal characterization of micro thermoelectric generators (µTEGs). To address this need, a highly advanced and fully integrated in-situ measurement system has been developed. The main objectives of this system are to (1) enable the measurement of ZT and thereby of all thermoelectric (TE) properties of thermolegs made from powder-based TE materials and (2) at the same time accurately measure the contact resistance between the TE material and the electrical contacts. The µTEG fabrication concept used in this study is based on copper-cladded printed circuit board (PCB) material as a substrate, using the Cu layers for easy contact formation. In a first step, an innovative measurement concept, based on a distinctive vertical rendition of the well-established transfer length method, has been realized, allowing for the in-situ measurement of contact resistance between the TE material and the copper conductors on the PCB substrate. This enables a comprehensive assessment of the impact exerted by the applied force and temperature during e.g. a hot-pressing step for compacting the powder-based thermolegs during the manufacturing process. In a second step, a comprehensive measurement platform, referred to as the ZT-Card, has been devised to facilitate the evaluation of all relevant TE material properties—Seebeck voltage, electrical conductivity and thermal conductivity (all measured in vertical cross-plane orientation)—inherent to a highly miniaturized thermoleg. Additionally, the ZT-Card also allows for the assessment of contact resistance between the copper contacts and the TE material. Successful testing of this measurement system inspires confidence in the capabilities of the platform and will aid in future µTEG development.
Measurement of medium-voltage AC air arc temperature and particle number density based on dual-wavelength Moiré deflection technology
Authors: Zhou Tong , Yang Qing , Yuan Tao , He Hengxin , Liu Hongwen 
Published: February 2024

Abstract
AC air arcs are generated in medium-voltage (MV) power systems under the effect of harsh weather conditions, equipment aging, and high penetration of distributed generation, threatening equipment and public safety. The arc current and temperature are low due to the wide application of arc suppression devices. In this scenario, the MV AC air arc does not satisfy the local thermodynamic equilibrium (LTE) condition. In addition, the repeated arcing and extinguishing processes further complicate the arc discharge mechanism, which bring challenges in the modeling and detection of MV AC air arcs. Experimental methods are a direct and efficient approach to determine the properties of arc plasmas. In this study, a dual-wavelength Moiré deflection diagnostic system was established to determine the time evolution of the particle density and radial distribution of the temperature in an MV AC air arc without relying on the LTE assumption. The electron number density and heavy particle number density change transiently during the arc discharge process and change gradient along the radial direction. The heavy particle temperature and electron temperature were then calculated based on the measured particle number density. During the arcing stage, the temperature of the electrons exceeded that of the heavy particles significantly, and the arc deviated from LTE. Finally, the limitations of the traditional single-wavelength Moiré deflection method are analyzed. The classic single-wavelength Moiré deflection method, while capable of estimating heavy particle temperature in plasma, exhibits a significant error in electron density estimation compared to the dual-wavelength Moiré deflection method.
Robust approximation rules for critical electric field of dielectric gas mixtures
Authors: Garland N A , Muccignat D L , Boyle G J , White R D 
Published: February 2024

Abstract
A semi-analytic method for quickly approximating the density-reduced critical electric field for arbitrary mixtures of gases is proposed and validated. Determination of this critical electric field is crucial for designing and testing alternatives to SF6 for insulating high voltage electrical equipment. We outline the theoretical basis of the approximation formula from electron fluid conservation equations, and demonstrate how for binary mixtures the critical electric field can be computed from the transport data of electrons in the pure gases. We demonstrate validity of the method in mixtures of N2 and O2, and SF6 and O2. We conclude with an application of the method to approximate the critical electric field for mixtures of SF6 and HFO1234ze(E), which is a high interest mixture being actively studied for high voltage insulation applications.
High-K isomers in a self-consistent mean-field approach with the Gogny force
Authors: Robledo L M 
Published: February 2024

Abstract
High-K isomeric states in even–even nuclei are described within a mean-field framework with full blocking and using the finite range Gogny force. Theoretical calculations of low energy spectra of several nuclei across the nuclear chart are compared with equal filling approximation results and experimental data. Despite the global character of the employed interactions, a good agreement between the different many-body methods and experimental data is found.
A fast, matrix-based method to perform omnidirectional pressure integration
Authors: Zigunov Fernando , Charonko John J 
Published: February 2024

Abstract
Experimentally-measured pressure fields play an important role in understanding many fluid dynamics problems. Unfortunately, pressure fields are difficult to measure directly with non-invasive, spatially resolved diagnostics, and calculations of pressure from velocity have proven sensitive to error in the data. Omnidirectional line integration methods are usually more accurate and robust to these effects as compared to implicit Poisson equations, but have seen slower uptake due to the higher computational and memory costs, particularly in 3D domains. This paper demonstrates how omnidirectional line integration approaches can be converted to a matrix inversion problem. This novel formulation uses an iterative approach so that the boundary conditions are updated each step, preserving the convergence behavior of omnidirectional schemes while also keeping the computational efficiency of Poisson solvers. This method is implemented in Matlab and also as a GPU-accelerated code in CUDA-C++. The behavior of the new method is demonstrated on 2D and 3D synthetic and experimental data. Three-dimensional grid sizes of up to 125 million grid points are tractable with this method, opening exciting opportunities to perform volumetric pressure field estimation from 3D PIV measurements.
Bearing fault diagnosis based on online symbolic aggregation approximation and streaming deep discriminant analysis
Authors: Wang Zixuan , Ye Fang , Zeng Jiusun 
Published: February 2024

Abstract
Rolling bearings are one of the important components of many industrial equipment, and the timely detection of faults in these bearings significantly contributes to ensuring equipment safety. To achieve real-time diagnosis of bearing faults, this paper proposes an online fault diagnosis framework that utilizes online symbolic aggregation approximation (SAX) and streaming deep discriminant analysis. This method uses the moving window approach to segment the vibration data collected online, and then uses SAX for symbolic representation. the obtained icons are input into stacked denoising convolutional autoencoder (AE) for classification. The model consists of several denoising convolutional AEs and a linear discriminant analysis (LDA) module. To accommodate online data changes, while fixing the main structure of the network, the streaming method is used to update the parameters of LDA. Compared with other traditional approaches for diagnosing bearing faults, the proposed method exhibits distinct advantages. Specifically, it utilizes a stable neural network model, updates classifier parameters in real-time, and demonstrates superior computational efficiency. The application results demonstrate the effectiveness of the proposed method.
Low-cost microstrip sensor based on coupled step line (CSL) resonator for blood plasma glucose determination
Authors: Amirian Mohsen , Karimi Gholamreza 
Published: February 2024

Abstract
In this paper, a microstrip sensor structure was designed and implemented to detect blood glucose levels (BGL) based on changes in resonant frequencies, achieved by creating couplings at sensitive regions. A coupled step line was used to create a sensitive region on the sensor suitable for BGL testing. Transmission matrix theory was employed for the mathematical analysis to obtain the resonant frequency. Received blood samples from 50 different patients were centrifuged, and their serums were extracted to study the performance of the microchip sensor. By placing individual serum samples (50 µl) at the sensitive region of the sensor, the scattering parameters of the sensor were measured to investigate the resonant frequency variation. In addition, the effects of basic blood parameters were analyzed based on the amount of frequency shift. High sensitivity, suitable quality (Q) factor, compact size, and acceptable reproducibility of the measured results are important features of the developed sensor.