bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Biomimetic Mineralization Synthesis of Flower‐Like Cobalt Selenide/Reduced Graphene Oxide for Improved Electrochemical Deionization
Authors: Fu Min , Yu Hao , Lv Ruitao , Wang Kunhua , Gao Meng , Ning Liangmin , Chen Wei , Pan Jianming , Pang Huan 
Published: March 2024

AbstractRationally and precisely tuning the composition and structure of materials is a viable strategy to improve electrochemical deionization (EDI) performances, which yet faces enormous challenges. Herein, an eco‐friendly biomimetic mineralization synthetic strategy is developed to synthesize the flower‐like cobalt selenide/reduced graphene oxide (Bio‐CoSe2/rGO) composites and used as advanced sodium ion adsorption electrodes. Benefiting from the slow and controllable reaction kinetics provided by the biomimetic mineralization process, the flower‐like CoSe2 is uniformly constructed in the rGO, which is endowed with robust architecture, substantial adsorption sites and rapid charge/ion transport. The Bio‐CoSe2/rGO electrode yields the maximum salt adsorption capacity and salt adsorption rate of 56.3 mg g−1 and 5.6 mg g−1 min−1 respectively, and 92.5% capacity retention after 60 cycles. These results overmatch the pristine CoSe2 and irregular granular CoSe2/rGO synthesized by a hydrothermal method, proving the structural superiority of the Bio‐CoSe2/rGO composites. Furthermore, the in‐depth adsorption kinetics study indicates the chemisorption nature of sodium ion adsorption. The structures of the Bio‐CoSe2/rGO composites after long term EDI cycles are intensively studied to unveil the mechanism behind such superior EDI performances. This study offers one effective method for constructing advanced EDI electrodes, and enriches the application of the biomimetic mineralization synthetic strategy.
State‐of‐the‐practice in quality assurance in Java‐based open source software development
Authors: Khatami Ali , Zaidman Andy 
Published: March 2024

SummaryTo ensure the quality of software systems, software engineers can make use of a variety of quality assurance approaches, for example, software testing, modern code review, automated static analysis, and build automation. Each of these quality assurance practices have been studied in depth in isolation, but there is a clear knowledge gap when it comes to our understanding of how these approaches are being used in conjunction, or not. In our study, we broadly investigate whether and how these quality assurance approaches are being used in conjunction in the development of 1454 popular open source software projects on GitHub. Our study indicates that typically projects do not follow all quality assurance practices together with high intensity. In fact, we only observe weak correlation among some quality assurance practices. In general, our study provides a deeper understanding of how existing quality assurance approaches are currently being used in Java‐based open source software development. Besides, we specifically zoom in on the more mature projects in our dataset, and generally we observe that more mature projects are more intense in their application of the quality assurance practices, with more focus on their ASAT usage, and code reviewing, but no strong change in their CI usage.
Entanglement and Rényi entropies of (1+1)-dimensional O(3) nonlinear sigma model with tensor renormalization group
Authors: Luo Xiao , Kuramashi Yoshinobu 
Published: March 2024

Abstract
We investigate the entanglement and Rényi entropies for the (1+1)-dimensional O(3) nonlinear sigma model using the tensor renormalization group method. The central charge is determined from the asymptotic scaling properties of both entropies. We also examine the consistency between the entanglement entropy and the nth-order Rényi entropy with n → 1.
On the UV/IR mixing of Lie algebra-type noncommutatitive ϕ4-theories
Authors: Hersent Kilian 
Published: March 2024

Abstract
We show that a UV divergence of the propagator integral implies the divergences of the UV/IR mixing in the two-point function at one-loop for a ϕ4-theory on a generic Lie algebra-type noncommutative space-time. The UV/IR mixing is defined as a UV divergence of the planar contribution and an IR singularity of the non-planar contribution, the latter being due to the former UV divergence, and the UV finiteness of the non-planar contribution. Some properties of this general treatment are discussed. The UV finiteness of the non-planar contribution and the renormalizability of the theory are not treated but commented. Applications are performed for the Moyal space, having a UV/IR mixing, and the κ-Minkowski space for which the two-point function at one-loop is finite.
Factor principal congruences and Boolean products in filtral varieties
Authors: Davey Brian A. , Haviar Miroslav 
Published: March 2024

AbstractMotivated by Haviar and Ploščica’s 2021 characterisation of Boolean products of simple De Morgan algebras, we investigate Boolean products of simple algebras in filtral varieties. We provide two main theorems. The first yields Werner’s Boolean-product representation of algebras in a discriminator variety as an immediate application. The second, which applies to algebras in which the top congruence is compact, yields a generalisation of the Haviar–Ploščica result to semisimple varieties of Ockham algebras. The property of having factor principal congruences is fundamental to both theorems. While major parts of our general theorems can be derived from results in the literature, we offer new, self-contained and essentially elementary proofs.
Space and technology in catching-up economies: “the city as a laboratory for innovation”
Authors: Kim Yong Jin , Lee Chul-In 
Published: March 2024

AbstractSuccessful catching-up economies tend to exhibit a set of properties: (i) rapid increases in skilled labor and R&D investment, (ii) industrial structure upgrading from technology adoption toward technology creation sectors, and (iii) spatial concentration on the rise. The paper accounts for them by combining the mechanisms of skill-city complementarity and knowledge spillover in the setting of catching-up economies where ideas are more challenging to find along the growth path. With the diminishing possibility of adopting existing ideas, catching-up economies gradually rely more on creating ideas, which requires efficient knowledge spillover through urban spatial concentration based on ability sorting. We highlight that (i) catching-up economies choose proper city size and structure to benefit from growth effects through fostering innovation and spillovers, and (ii) rents here are not just an economic rent but play a productive role of allocating innovative abilities over space in an incentive-compatible manner. We discuss the policy on urban rents.
Comparative study between ventriculosubgaleal shunt and external ventricular drain for management of post infective hydrocephalus among pediatrics
Authors: Ismail Abdelaziz Abdelhamid , Taha Ahmed Nageeb , Badr Hatem Ibraheem , Zaher Ahmed , Elbaz Samy Abbas , Khalil Amr Farid 
Published: March 2024

AbstractPurposePost infective hydrocephalus (PIH) is a type of hydrocephalus which occurs after an infection of the brain or cerebrospinal fluid (CSF). Treatment of PIH requires temporary measures such as external ventricular drain (EVD) and ventriculosubgaleal shunt (VSGS) until CSF becomes clear and ready to implement VP shunt.Limited research has been done to explore the tradeoff between these approaches particularly in pediatric PIH patients.Our study compares the complications, mortality rates, and the cost of used resources of both procedures.MethodsA prospective study was conducted for 18 months in which we compared between VSGS and EVD for management of PIH involving 42 randomized cases with 21 patients in group A operated by VSGS and 21 patients in group B operated by EVD.ResultsOur results show a statistically significant difference between both groups in the duration of implementation of VSGS/EVD until resolution of infection occurs. Additionally, a higher rate of pediatric intensive care unit (PICU) admission and a longer length of hospital stay (LOS) were recorded among the EVD group. No statistically significant difference between the number of complications that happened in both despite variations in their forms. Moreover, both groups showed nearly similar mortality rates.ConclusionThere is no significant difference in the rate of complications between VSGS and EVD for PIH. Based on that, VSGS emerges as a favorable and cost-effective option for the management of PIH which leads to less economic burden on patients and the country’s health resources, especially in developing countries.
Detection of antibody subclasses IgA, IgM and IgG against HPV L1 in HPV-positive oropharyngeal squamous cell carcinoma patients: a pilot study
Authors: Weiland Thomas , Zgubic Jakob , Brcic Luka , Thurnher Dietmar 
Published: March 2024

Abstract
Purpose
Despite prognostic superiority of HPV-positive oropharyngeal squamous cell carcinoma (OPSCC), up to 25% of patients will suffer from recurrence within the first 5 years. Therefore, it is of great scientific interest to find relevant biomarkers to identify patients at risk. In this prospective observational study, we aimed to investigate the dynamics of HPV-L1 capsid protein specific antibody (AB) subclasses IgA, IgM, and IgG in HPV-positive OPSCC patients under therapy.

Methods
Serum samples from HPV-positive OPSCC patients, identified by positive p16-immunohistochemistry, were collected before and during tumor-specific therapy and 3–6 months during follow-up. They were analyzed for the presence of HPV-L1 AB subclasses IgA, IgM, and IgG using an HPV-L1-specific immuno-assay. Additionally, a PCR-based HPV-DNA detection from the tumor tissue was performed.

Results
Altogether, 33 patients with a mean follow-up of 55 months were included. Analysis of a total of 226 serum samples revealed that the most common L1-AB-subclass pattern was characterized by IgG >  > IgA > IgM without significant fluctuation during the course of disease. Patients with excessive IgG levels tended to higher tumor stages and three out of three patients with disease recurrence showed increasing IgG AB titers beforehand. Seven patients showed an IgA dominance at diagnosis, which was associated with a better disease-free survival.

Conclusion
Despite limited cases, our prospective pilot study revealed promising trends in HPV L1 AB subclasses and may contribute useful information for future risk stratification and post-treatment monitoring in HPV-positive OPSCC patients.
The cognitive relevance of non-lesional damage to cortical networks in people with multiple sclerosis
Authors: Krijnen Eva A. , Broeders Tommy A. A. , Noteboom Samantha , van Dam Maureen , Bajrami Albulena , Bouman Piet M. , Barkhof Frederik , Uitdehaag Bernard M. J. , Klawiter Eric C. , Koubiyr Ismail , Schoonheim Menno M. 
Published: March 2024

Abstract
Background
Cognitive impairment, a common and debilitating symptom in people with multiple sclerosis (MS), is especially related to cortical damage. However, the impact of regional cortical damage remains poorly understood. Our aim was to evaluate structural (network) integrity in lesional and non-lesional cortex in people with MS, and its relationship with cognitive dysfunction.

Methods
In this cross-sectional study, 176 people with MS and 48 healthy controls underwent MRI, including double inversion recovery and diffusion-weighted scans, and neuropsychological assessment. Cortical integrity was assessed based on fractional anisotropy (FA) and mean diffusivity (MD) within 212 regions split into lesional or non-lesional cortex, and grouped into seven cortical networks. Integrity was compared between people with MS and controls, and across cognitive groups: cognitively-impaired (CI; ≥ two domains at Z ≤ − 2 below controls), mildly CI (≥ two at − 2 < Z ≤ − 1.5), or cognitively-preserved (CP).

Results
Cortical lesions were observed in 87.5% of people with MS, mainly in ventral attention network, followed by limbic and default mode networks. Compared to controls, in non-lesional cortex, MD was increased in people with MS, but mean FA did not differ. Within the same individual, MD and FA were increased in lesional compared to non-lesional cortex. CI-MS exhibited higher MD than CP-MS in non-lesional cortex of default mode, frontoparietal and sensorimotor networks, of which the default mode network could best explain cognitive performance.

Conclusion
Diffusion differences in lesional cortex were more severe than in non-lesional cortex. However, while most people with MS had cortical lesions, diffusion differences in CI-MS were more prominent in non-lesional cortex than lesional cortex, especially within default mode, frontoparietal and sensorimotor networks.
The interaction of breath holding and muscle mechanoreflex on cardiovascular responses in breath-hold divers and non-breath-hold divers
Authors: Nobuhiro Nakamura , Heng Peng , Naoyuki Hayashi 
Published: March 2024

AbstractCardiovascular responses to diving are characterized by two opposing responses: tachycardia resulting from exercise and bradycardia resulting from the apnea. The convergence of bradycardia and tachycardia may determine the cardiovascular responses to diving. The purpose of this study was to investigate the interaction of breath holding and muscle mechanoreflex on cardiovascular responses in breath-hold divers (BHDs) and non-BHDs. We compared the cardiovascular responses to combined apnea and the mechanoreflex in BHDs and non-BHDs. All participants undertook three trials—apnea, passive leg cycling (PLC), and combined trials—for 30 s after rest. Cardiovascular variables were measured continuously. Nine BHD (male:female, 4:5; [means ± SD] age, 35 ± 6 years; height, 168.6 ± 4.6 cm; body mass, 58.4 ± 5.9 kg) and eight non-BHD (male:female, 4:4; [means ± SD] age, 35 ± 7 years; height, 163.9 ± 9.1 cm; body mass, 55.6 ± 7.2 kg) participants were included. Compared to the resting baseline, heart rate (HR) and cardiac output (CO) significantly decreased during the combined trial in the BHD group, while they significantly increased during the combined trials in the non-BHD group (P < 0.05). Changes in the HR and CO were significantly lower in the BHD group than in the non-BHD group in the combined trial (P < 0.05). These results suggest that bradycardia with apnea in BHDs is prioritized over tachycardia with the mechanoreflex, whereas that in non-BHDs is not. This finding implies that diving training changes the interaction between apnea and the mechanoreflex in cardiovascular control.
Establishment of the deuterium oxide dilution method as a new possibility for determining the transendothelial water permeability
Authors: Müller Hannes , Hahn Janina , Gierke Angelina , Stark Robert , Brunner Cornelia , Hoffmann Thomas K. , Greve Jens , Wittekindt Oliver , Lochbaum Robin 
Published: March 2024

AbstractIncrease in transendothelial water permeability is an essential etiological factor in a variety of diseases like edema and shock. Despite the high clinical relevance, there has been no precise method to detect transendothelial water flow until now. The deuterium oxide (D2O) dilution method, already established for measuring transepithelial water transport, was used to precisely determine the transendothelial water permeability. It detected appropriate transendothelial water flow induced by different hydrostatic forces. This was shown in four different endothelial cell types. The general experimental setup was verified by gravimetry and absorbance spectroscopy. Determination of transendothelial electrical resistance (TEER) and immunocytochemical staining for proteins of the cell-cell contacts were performed to ensure that no damage to the endothelium occurred because of the measurements. Furthermore, endothelial barrier function was modulated. Measurement of transendothelial water flux was verified by measuring the TEER, the apparent permeability coefficient and the electrical capacity. The barrier-promoting substances cyclic adenosine monophosphate and iloprost reduced TEER and electrical capacity and increased permeability. This was accompanied by a reduced transendothelial water flux. In contrast, the barrier-damaging substances thrombin, histamine and bradykinin reduced TEER and electrical capacity, but increased permeability. Here, an increased water flow was shown. This newly established in vitro method for direct measurement of transendothelial water permeability was verified as a highly precise technique in various assays. The use of patient-specific endothelial cells enables individualized precision medicine in the context of basic edema research, for example regarding the development of barrier-protective pharmaceuticals.
Video-assisted anal fistula treatment (VAAFT) combined with ozonide oil dressing: standardization of technique in pediatric patients
Authors: Esposito Ciro , Autorino Giuseppe , Cerulo Mariapina , Del Conte Fulvia , Coppola Vincenzo , Esposito Giovanni , Chiodi Annalisa , Di Mento Claudia , Bagnara Vincenzo , Escolino Maria 
Published: March 2024

Abstract
Background
Anal fistula and perianal abscess are commonly acquired anorectal pathologies in children. Surgical treatment options commonly adopted are fistulotomy, fistulectomy, cutting seton placement, and more recently video-assisted anal fistula treatment (VAAFT). Optimal postoperative wound dressing remains debated. This study aimed to report our series of pediatric patients, who received VAAFT and postoperative wound dressing using ozonide oil.

Methods
All patients who underwent VAAFT between August 2018 and May 2023 were included in the study. Demographics, clinical features, pre-operative imaging, surgical details, outcome, and mid-term outcome data were retrospectively reviewed for each patient. All VAAFT procedures were performed under general anesthesia and using a 10-Ch fistuloscope.

Results
Thirty-three VAAFT procedures were performed in 30 patients over the study period. The median patient age was 5.7 years (range 1.75–14). Anal fistula was idiopathic in 26/30 (86.6%), iatrogenic in 2/30 (6.7%), and secondary to Crohn’s disease in 2/30 (6.7%). The median duration of surgery was 23 min (range 18–40). All patients received ozonide oil dressing twice a day for 5 weeks postoperatively. The median hospital stay was 24 h (range 9–36). The median healing time was 28 days (range 17–39). With a median follow-up of 2 years (range 0.5–5), disease recurrence occurred in 3/30 (10%) patients with idiopathic fistula, who were re-operated using the same technique, with no further recurrence. No fecal incontinence or soiling was observed.

Conclusion
Our series confirmed that VAAFT is a safe and effective technique to treat children with perianal fistula. The technique is versatile, allowing to treat fistulae of different etiologies. Postoperative course was painless and fast. Future comparative prospective studies are needed to better establish these conclusions.
Kunststoffabfälle im Kontext der SDGs
Authors: Veith Therese , Obersteiner Gudrun , Hrad Marlies , Allesch Astrid 
Published: March 2024

ZusammenfassungDie Bewältigung der globalen Herausforderungen im Bereich der Kunststoffabfälle hat in den letzten Jahren zunehmende Aufmerksamkeit auf sich gezogen, insbesondere im Kontext der Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) der Vereinten Nationen (UN). Kunststoffabfälle sind zu einem integralen Bestandteil der Diskussion über nachhaltige Entwicklung geworden und haben direkte Auswirkungen auf mehrere SDGs. Hier werden SDG 6 (Sauberes Wasser und Sanitärversorgung), SDG 7 (Bezahlbare saubere Energie), SDG 11 (Nachhaltige Städte und Gemeinden), SDG 12 (Verantwortungsvolle Konsum- und Produktionsmuster) sowie SDG 14 (Leben unter Wasser) von zahlreichen Studien am häufigsten genannt. Die Kunststoffindustrie (inkl. der Abfallwirtschaft) ist ein wichtiger Wirtschaftssektor; gleichzeitig bringen enorme Umweltschäden wirtschaftliche Verluste mit sich. So zeigt sich zum Beispiel, dass die Auswirkungen von Kunststoffabfällen die terrestrischen und aquatischen Ökosysteme erheblich beeinträchtigen. Kunststofflittering (Makroplastik), Mikro- und Nanoplastikemissionen bedingen negative Auswirkungen auf die menschliche Gesundheit (Mikroplastik wurde im Blut von Menschen nachgewiesen) sowie auf die Fauna, wobei hier noch Forschungsbedarf besteht. Zudem ist durch die Kunststoffproduktion auch ein Beitrag zum Klimawandel gegeben. Eine sachgerechte (getrennte) Kunststoffabfallsammlung sowie eine nachhaltige Kunststoffbewirtschaftung, wie die Reduzierung des Kunststoffverbrauchs, um das Produktionsvolumen und Kunststoffemissionen aus Prozessströmen, dem Recycling und der Abfallentsorgung zu verringern, können eine positiven Beitrag zur SDG-Zielerreichung leisten.
Self-reported knowledge of tetrahydrocannabinol and cannabidiol concentration in cannabis products among cancer patients and survivors
Authors: Goulette Michelle , Schlienz Nicolas J. , Case Amy A. , Hansen Eric , Rivard Cheryl , Ashare Rebecca L. , Goniewicz Maciej L. , Bansal-Travers Maansi , Hyland Andrew , Smith Danielle M. 
Published: March 2024

Abstract
Purpose
Cannabis use may introduce risks and/or benefits among people living with cancer, depending on product type, composition, and nature of its use. Patient knowledge of tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) or cannabidiol (CBD) concentration could provide information for providers about cannabis use during and after treatment that may aide in risk and benefit assessments. This study aimed to examine knowledge of THC or CBD concentration among patients living with cancer who consume cannabis, and factors associated with knowledge of cannabinoid concentrations.

Methods
People living with cancer who consumed cannabis since their diagnosis (n = 343) completed an anonymous, mixed-mode survey. Questions assessed usual mode of delivery (MOD), knowledge of THC/CBD concentration, and how source of acquisition, current cannabis use, and source of instruction are associated with knowledge of THC/CBD concentration. Chi-square and separate binary logistic regression analyses were examined and weighted to reflect the Roswell Park patient population.

Results
Less than 20% of people living with cancer had knowledge of THC and CBD concentration for the cannabis products they consumed across all MOD (smoking- combustible products, vaping- vaporized products (e-cigarettes), edibles-eating or drinking it, and oral- taking by mouth (pills)). Source of acquisition (smoking-AOR:4.6, p < 0.01, vaping-AOR:5.8, p < 0.00, edibles-AOR:2.6, p < 0.04), current cannabis use (edibles-AOR:5.4, p < 0.01, vaping-AOR: 11.2, p < 0.00, and oral-AOR:9.3, p < 0.00), and source of instruction (vaping only AOR:4.2, p < 0.05) were found to be variables associated with higher knowledge of THC concentration.

Conclusion
Self-reported knowledge of THC and CBD concentration statistically differed according to MOD, source of acquisition, source of instruction, and current cannabis use.