bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Underrepresented Caregivers in Research on Prenatal Alcohol Exposure: A Meta-Analysis and Scoping Review
Authors: Rennie Samantha , Budhoo Caelan , Theule Jennifer , Hanlon-Dearman Ana , Ward Michelle , Cheung Kristene 
Published: March 2024

Abstract
Objectives
Families of children with prenatal alcohol exposure (PAE) are diverse, raising children through birth, adoption, or fostering, including kinship care. Research has shown that caregivers of children with PAE often experience unique difficulties with parenting, which may differ across types of caregivers. Understanding the range of needs of these families is critical for program development; therefore, it is important to know which caregivers are represented in this research and how.

Methods
The current meta-analysis and scoping review examined the demographic characteristics of caregivers and children included in quantitative PAE caregiver-related research. Systematic database searches using key terms led to the inclusion of 15 relevant studies involving 593 participants in total.

Results
Most caregivers in the studies were adoptive parents, female, middled-aged, White, partnered, had obtained a high school education or higher, and resided in the United States. Most studies included caregivers of school-aged children diagnosed with FASD. Most studies recruited participants through pre-established lists and databases, collected data in person and for research purposes, and studied parenting stress. Attempts to study differences in representation based on research methods were unsuccessful due to a lack of differences within the literature.

Conclusions
The results of this study suggest that (a) non-adoptive parents, (b) caregivers who were male, non-White, non-partnered, less educated, and living outside of the United States, and (c) caregivers of adolescents, and caregivers raising children with PAE who have not received an FASD diagnosis are currently underrepresented in the research; however, this literature is limited and requires further research.
Structural, thermal, surface, and electrical properties of Bi2O3 ceramics co–doped with Er–Ho–Tb rare earths
Authors: Balci Murat 
Published: March 2024

AbstractFace–centered cubic–Bi2O3 (δ–phase) material is a better ion conductor when compared to other types of solid electrolytes that have been declared in the literature due to its anion–defective crystal configuration, and hence it can be a promising solid electrolyte choice for intermediate temperature SOFC applications. In this research, Er–Ho–Tb co–doped Bi2O3 compounds were successfully synthesized by the solid–state reaction method and characterized using the XRD, TG & DTA, FPPT, and FE–SEM techniques. Apart from sample 4Er4Ho4Tb, each sample became stable with a cubic δ–phase at room temperature, according to XRD patterns. The DTA curves revealed no exothermic or endothermic peaks, implying a phase change in the constant heating cycle. The conductivity of Ho–rich compositions was higher than that of others, confirming the impact of cation polarizability on conductivity. In addition, at 700 °C, the sample 4Er8Ho4Tb with 1:2:1 content ratios had the highest conductivity of 0.29 S/cm. The porosity on the grain boundaries increased with doping, leading to higher grain boundary resistance, which could be responsible for the conductivity drop.
Variable frequency microwave induced CO2 Boudouard reaction over biochar
Authors: Ren Jurong , Jiang Jianchun , Wang Jia , Yuan Xiangzhou , Wang Ao 
Published: March 2024

AbstractThe Boudouard reaction presents promising application prospects as a straightforward and efficient method for CO2 conversion. However, its advancement is hindered primarily by elevated activation energy and a diminished conversion rate. This study employed a microwave reactor with a variable frequency as the initial approach to catalyze the CO2 Boudouard reaction over biochar, with the primary objective of producing renewable CO. The study systematically investigated the influence of various variables, including the heating source, microwave frequency, microwave power, gas hourly space velocity (GHSV), and carrier gas, on the conversion of CO2 and the selectivity towards CO. The experimental findings indicate that under static conditions, with a fixed microwave frequency set at 2450 MHz and 100 W microwave power, the Boudouard reaction did not initiate. Conversely, a CO2 conversion rate of 8.8% was achieved when utilizing a microwave frequency of 4225 MHz. Under this unique frequency, further elevating the microwave power to 275 W leads to the complete conversion of CO2. Furthermore, a comparative analysis between microwave and electrical heating revealed that the CO production rate was 37.7 μmol kJ−1 for microwave heating, in stark contrast to the considerably lower rate of 0.2 μmol kJ−1 observed for electric heating. Following the reaction, the biochar retained its robust 3D skeleton structure and abundant pore configuration. Notably, the dielectric constant increased by a factor of 1.8 compared to its initial state, rendering it a promising microwave-absorbing material.
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Habitat fragmentation erodes taxonomic and functional diversity of waterbird communities of the South Pacific coast of Mexico
Authors: Santos-Tovar Alfonso , Ramírez-Bastida Patricia , Navarro-Sigüenza Adolfo G. , Paz Horacio , Ruiz-Rodríguez Amira , Vázquez-Reyes Leopoldo D. 
Published: March 2024

AbstractWe characterize the taxonomic and functional diversity of waterbird communities in mangrove forests of 23 coastal lagoons in the southern Mexican Pacific coast, to evaluate the hypothesis of decline of taxonomic and functional richness of waterbird communities in the face of loss of natural habitat cover and increased fragmentation. We quantified patterns of land use cover, considering the heterogeneity of natural and anthropized vegetation cover as a proxy for human-caused fragmentation, and used generalized linear models to explore the relationship between these two covers with the taxonomic richness and functional richness of bird communities. Results show that both aspects of biodiversity positively relate to larger natural habitat areas, while higher fragmentation values have a negative effect on them. Our results suggest that habitat loss and fragmentation of vegetation cover negatively affect the diversity of waterbird communities and can compromise their link to ecosystem functioning processes in coastal lagoons, by decreasing their functional diversity.
Fostering students’ participation in the implementation of the sustainable development goals at higher education institutions
Authors: Filho Walter Leal , Trevisan Laís Viera , Dinis Maria Alzira Pimenta , Ulmer Nico , Paço Arminda , Borsari Bruno , Sierra Javier , Salvia Amanda 
Published: March 2024

AbstractStudents are central actors at Higher Education Institutions (HEIs). Whereas much can be achieved by the active participation of students in sustainability affairs, it is unclear what is the current level of students’ knowledge and engagement regarding the United Nations (UN) Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) around the world, as well as which initiatives are being undertaken by HEIs on this matter. In order to address this research gap, this study investigated the current status of students’ knowledge and participation in initiatives aimed at the implementation of the UN SDGs. A comprehensive research methodology was carried out by means of a bibliometric analysis, case studies, and a survey involving a sample of 602 students from 53 countries. For the bibliometric analysis, data were analysed with the support of the VOSviewer software, while quantitative data analysis was performed with the support of IBM SPSS Statistics. The study shows that the participation of students in SDGs activities is associated with the commitment level of the HEIs to the implementation of the SDGs. In addition, the fact that students have taken a course or have a discipline related to the SDGs, plays a significant role in the SDGs implementation process. Moreover, the findings reveal that graduate students are more familiar with the SDGs than their undergraduate peers. The analysed HEIs case studies also demonstrate the commitment to sustainable development (SD) through different initiatives being pursued at different levels and scopes. Based on the results, the study provides recommendations on a set of specific measures that may be implemented to increase HEIs students’ interest and engagement in SD.
Academic incivility and bullying as risks for suicide, self-destructive behaviors, and harm to others
Authors: Jones Jessica L. Tinstman , Campbell Laurie O. , Haugen Jaimie Stickl , Sutter Claudia C. 
Published: March 2024

AbstractBullying and academic incivility are significant public health issues associated with serious mental health outcomes and harmful behaviors for both perpetrators and victims. In this quantitative study, academic incivility and prior bullying experiences related to suicidality, self-destructive behaviors, and harm to others were explored. Higher education students (N = 534) reported their experiences with bullying and academic incivility and subsequent coping responses related to suicidal ideation, self-injury, substance misuse, and intent to harm others through self-report using the 34-item Coping Responses for Academic Incivility Scale (CRAIS). Findings of the study indicate that students who experienced bullying in K-12 education or academic incivility in higher education, especially those reporting being a bully or bully-victim, were more likely to endorse suicidalideation, self-destructive behaviors, and harm to others than participants who had not. Individuals who experienced both bullying and academic incivility demonstrated the greatest risk of these outcomes. The serious nature of these outcomes on physical and mental health indicates a need for proactive policies and procedures to address these behaviors and enhanced screening and treatment for affected individuals.
Group cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) for university students with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD): a feasibility study
Authors: Ingibergsdóttir Sylvía , Lárusdóttir Marta Kristín , Kaas Merrie Jean , Svavarsdottir Erla Kolbrun 
Published: March 2024

AbstractCoping with academic demands can be challenging for university students with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). Treatment can help them cope and prevent related mental health issues. The present study aimed to investigate the feasibility of a randomized controlled trial for group Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), including the use of an app for CBT homework assignments, and to explore the effects of CBT for university students with ADHD. University students (n = 36) participated in the first phase of the study, involving the design of an app to present CBT homework assignments, by evaluating prototypes of the app along with the development team. In the second phase, a pre- vs. post-test design was used. Students with ADHD (n = 7) were offered manual-based CBT once a week for 6 weeks using the app or a paper manual to do the homework, as preferred. University students who took part in the development of the app noted that they would rather use the app than a printed manual. On the other hand, participants in the CBT feasibility study preferred doing homework on paper rather than using the developed app. They all found group CBT and the key elements in the CBT manual helpful. The findings suggest that providing group CBT for university students with ADHD through 6 sessions is feasible and assessing its effects in a randomized controlled trial (RCT) is feasible. Such treatment might improve coping with ADHD symptoms and related mental health issues. Further studies on the development of an app supporting CBT are needed.Trial registration Registry name: Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for University Students with Attention-deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). URL: https://register.clinicaltrials.gov. Registration number: NCT 04714866.
Ethics in the Governance of Data and Digital Technology: An Analysis of European Data Regulations and Policies
Authors: Eke Damian , Stahl Bernd 
Published: March 2024

AbstractAddressing ethical concerns is among the fundamental motivations for the development of policies and regulations for data and digital technologies. In the last few years, the European Commission has issued a number of policies, regulations and legislative proposals for socially desirable and legally compliant data governance for technologies which have ethical implications. What is not obvious, however, is whether and in what way ethics are included explicitly in the way these policies and regulations are created and implemented to address data governance challenges. Given the increasing amount of available digital data, its use for AI and other purposes and the growing amount of regulatory activity around data, this paper explores the role ethics plays in these documents. We examined eight of these documents to map the ethical concerns and justifications underlining their provisions, the ethical principles they promote and the implementation approaches recommended. Our analysis shows that the current EU data governance policy landscape can be read from an ethical perspective as being grounded in ethical thinking, typically expressed in terms of human rights, aware of likely concerns, based on well-established principles and in the process of being codified in regulation, legislation and institutions. However, the practical implementation of these principles, for instance how conflicts among these principles can be resolved, remain unclear.
Exploring autonomy support and learning preference in higher education: introducing a flexible and personalized learning environment with technology
Authors: Fujii Atsunori 
Published: March 2024

AbstractLearner autonomy is particularly important in higher education, where students are fully responsible for their own learning. Despite this, there is a lack of research on aspects of autonomy support in higher education compared with that of primary and secondary education. To address this gap, this study explored autonomy support and learning preference in higher education, introducing a flexible and individualized learning environment with technology after the COVID-19 pandemic. A survey was conducted among 849 Japanese university students to gather their perceptions about autonomous support, learning preferences (face-to-face or distance), use of learning strategies, and academic performance (grade point average). Correlations were identified between certain variables: for example, perceived autonomy support, class format preference, and grade point average. The scores of different scales were compared among the subject groups. Autonomy support provided by instructors included explaining the lesson’s outline to students. A few teachers provided opportunities for students to select learning methods, teaching materials, and assignment content; yet, few instructors seemed to truly understand students’ learning needs. Although many participants took face-to-face courses, students’ learning preferences were evenly split between face-to-face and distance learning courses. Students who strongly preferred face-to-face learning performed well regardless of instructional format. Students with a little preference for distance education performed well, especially in distance education courses. Students with no preference performed the worst. This study suggests that a learning environment that provides students with options to suit their diverse learning preferences is beneficial and that introducing “hybrid-flexible” courses and feedback for students’ learning strategies has the potential to promote learner autonomy in higher education.
Psychosocial outcomes in mothers and fathers of chronic critically ill children: a national prospective longitudinal study
Authors: Grandjean Chantal , Rahmaty Zahra , Perez Marie-Hélène , Ramelet Anne-Sylvie ,   the OCToPuS Consortium, Lauria Anne-Laure , Polito Angelo , Bochaton Nathalie , Trachsel Daniel , Marston Mark , Schnidrig Silvia , Humpl Tilman , Rogdo Bjarte , Wild Ellen , Neuhaus Thomas , Stalder Sandra , Brotschi Barbara , von Arx Franziska , Schlüer Anna-Barbara , Riedel Thomas , van Kleef Pascale 
Published: March 2024

Abstract
Purpose
Hospitalization of a child in PICU affects the psychological health and functioning of their family. In case of prolonged or repeated hospitalizations, sources of stress and family needs evolve, which leads to new challenges for families. To date, little is known about changes in the health of chronic critically ill (CCI) children’s family. We aimed to identify and compare psychosocial outcomes of mothers and fathers of CCI children overtime and the associated factors of better family functioning.

Methods
This national prospective longitudinal study was conducted in eight paediatric intensive care units in Switzerland. Outcome measures included perceived stress, PICU sources of stress, and family functioning using validated standard questionnaires. Family members with a CCI child completed self-reported questionnaires during PICU hospitalization, at discharge and 1 month later.

Results
A total of 199 mothers and fathers were included. Our results show high levels of stress experienced by parents throughout and after the hospitalization. Sources of stress are mainly related to child appearance and emotional responses and parental role alteration. Family functioning is low throughout the hospitalization and significantly decreased after 30 days of hospitalization (p = 0.002). Mothers experience higher physical and emotional family dysfunction than fathers after PICU discharge (p = 0.05). Family dysfunction is associated with pre-existing low child’s quality of life.

Conclusion
Our study highlights the importance of reducing the negative impact of PICU stay on parents’ psychosocial outcomes, through early emotional parental support, and appropriate response to their individual needs throughout and after PICU hospitalization.
Systematic assessment on the remediation of Bisphenol A in the global environments: a mixed method analysis of research outputs
Authors: Mohammed Jibrin Ndejiko , Okaiyeto Kunle , Haruna Saidu , Wan Dagang Wan Rosmiza Zana , Oguntibeju Oluwafemi O. , Ekundayo Temitope Cyrus 
Published: March 2024

AbstractBisphenol A (BPA) is an endocrine-disrupting compound and a mutagenic agent that poses health hazards to living organisms, making it a global contaminant. Several remediation techniques have been reported in the literature, however, a mixed-method science mapping analysis of research trends on BPA is still lacking. The present study aimed to investigate global research trends in BPA remediation. Published research papers on BPA remediation indexed in Web of Science, PubMed, and Scopus between 1992 and 2021 were analysed qualitatively and quantitatively using science mapping algorithms including Rstudio, bibliometrix package and R Version 4.2.1. The thematic areas were determined using k-means clustering of the author-keywords while Porter’s stemming algorithm was used to stemmed inflectional terms to their roots. Overall, 640 documents were published by 1903 authors with 2.07 authors/article and 0.336 article/author, 4.31 co-authors/article, an annual growth rate of 17.35% and a collaboration index of 2.99. Research productivity increased from 1 article in 1992 to 93 articles in 2021. The citations of the topmost 23 articles ranged from 365 to 109 and the total citation per year ranged from 45.6 to 27.3. China (n = 267, 41.7%), Japan (n = 53, 8.3%), USA (n = 33, 5.2%) and Korea (n = 28, 4.4%) were respectively the top four countries based on the total of published articles and overall citation. There were 48 relevant keywords dominated by Bisphenol A, adsorption, biodegradation, and peroximonosulphate. The present analysis identifies research accomplishment, focus and gaps on Bisphenol A remediation and offer the researchers the information needed to forecast future research priorities that can help policymakers and governments to internationalize collaborations and create research curricula that can remediate BPA on a global scale.
PET Imaging in Dementia: Mini-Review and Canadian Perspective for Clinical Use
Authors: Juengling Freimut , Wuest Frank , Schirrmacher Ralf , Abele Jonathan , Thiel Alexander , Soucy Jean-Paul , Camicioli Richard , Garibotto Valentina 
Published: March 2024

ABSTRACT:PET imaging is increasingly recognized as an important diagnostic tool to investigate patients with cognitive disturbances of possible neurodegenerative origin. PET with 2-[18F]fluoro-2-deoxy-D-glucose ([18F]FDG), assessing glucose metabolism, provides a measure of neurodegeneration and allows a precise differential diagnosis among the most common neurodegenerative diseases, such as Alzheimer’s disease, frontotemporal dementia or dementia with Lewy bodies. PET tracers specific for the pathological deposits characteristic of different neurodegenerative processes, namely amyloid and tau deposits typical of Alzheimer’s Disease, allow the visualization of these aggregates in vivo. [18F]FDG and amyloid PET imaging have reached a high level of clinical validity and are since 2022 investigations that can be offered to patients in standard clinical care in most of Canada.This article will briefly review and summarize the current knowledge on these diagnostic tools, their integration into diagnostic algorithms as well as perspectives for future developments.
Preserving and progressing: Tensions in the gendered politics of military conscription
Authors: Stachowitsch Saskia , Strand Sanna 
Published: March 2024

AbstractAfter all-male universal conscription had been deactivated in many European countries in the post-Cold War era, the past decade has seen a surprising reversal of this trend, with several countries reactivating, voting to retain, or even extending military conscription to women. Due to the strong historical link between conscription and the formation of hierarchical gender orders, this paper conducts a feminist analysis of debates on conscription in Sweden and Austria and asks how gender served to legitimise the ‘return’ of mandatory military service. We find that a neoliberal, individualistic discourse legitimised Sweden’s gender-neutral conscription as an efficient and progressive model that presents as competitive, while the Austrian all-male model was justified on the basis of conservative, communitarian sentiments of fostering responsible male citizens and preserving a solidaric national community. Moreover, while conscription was envisioned as strengthening Swedish defence and war preparedness, conscription in Austria was rather associated with containing militarism and preventing involvement in armed conflict. Despite these differences, we suggest that hierarchical notions of masculinity and femininity, intersecting with classed and racialised dichotomies, served to render conscription acceptable and even appealing in both cases.