bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Effects of plant leaf traits, abundance and phylogeny on differentiation of herbivorous insect assemblages in Mediterranean mixed forest
Authors: Bastida Jesús Mª , Garrido José L. , Cano-Sáez Domingo , Perea Antonio J. , Pomarede Lise C. , Alcántara Julio M. 
Published: April 2024

AbstractHerbivorous insect assemblages are functionally diverse, with each species exploiting plant tissues in different ways. Availability and palatability of plant tissues influence the diversity and composition of herbivorous insect assemblages. However, few studies have compared herbivorous insect assemblages and their ecological correlates across multiple plant species within the same plant community. Here, we sampled insect assemblages from the canopies of 1060 plants belonging to 36 woody species in two mixed Mediterranean forest stands. 401 insect species were classified as herbivores and grouped into sucker or chewer guilds. We explored differences in the diversity and composition of each insect guild across plant species, and tested their relationships with plant leaf traits, abundance or phylogeny, and explored whether the structures of plant-herbivorous insect networks depended on any of the studied plant traits. Plant identity accounted for the highest proportion of variation in the composition of each insect guild. Plant species abundance showed a positive effect on both insect guilds’ diversity. Suckers’ diversity was higher in plant species with deciduous leaves and low SLA, while the composition was more similar between phylogenetically closer plant species. Chewers diversity increased with the leaf area, while plants with similar LA, leaf nitrogen, SLA and distinct leaf habit showed more similar assemblages. Similarly, closely related angiosperms showed similar chewer assemblages. Plant–insect interaction networks present a modular structure, in which plants belonging to the same module tend to be related and share more sucker species. We add to the evidence supporting the role of plant species features as filters for structuring their associated herbivore insect assemblages.
Effect of prolonged photoperiod on growth, gonadal development, sex ratio, and skin coloration of red tilapia (O. mossambicus × O. urolepis hornorum)
Authors: Sharaf Hossam E. R. , Assem Samira S. , Ismail Rania F. , Zeitoun Ashraf A. M. , Srour Tarek M. A. 
Published: April 2024

AbstractFarming of red tilapia is one promising direction in aquaculture. The objective of this study was to investigate the impact of long-day photoperiod on the growth performance, reproductive parameters, maturity, sex ratio, β-carotene content, and skin coloration of red tilapia. Early life larvae were allocated into three treatment groups in triplicates: T1 = control group (12L:12D), T2 = long-day group (18L:6D), and T3 = continuous illumination group (24L:0D) for 90 days. By the end of the experiment, gonadosomatic index (GSI), relative fecundity, steroid hormones, maturity stages, sex ratio, and ovarian and testicular histology were examined; also, growth performance, survival rate, skin color, and total β-carotene content were measured. The results indicated that GSI% and serum testosterone (T) in T3 group significantly increased with greater amount of spermatozoa of male fish. Also, growth parameters and HSI% in female fish displayed significantly increased for T3 group. Females in group T2 showed significant elevation in GSI%, relative fecundity, and estradiol (E2) with higher number of mature stage. Continuous light group (T3) showed shifted male sex ratio, while female percentage was higher in T2 group. The total β-carotene content of T3 group showed significant elevation with less number of black spots. This study demonstrated that continuous light manipulation during red tilapia early life could stimulate the growth and enhance coloration by reducing black spots that significantly affects economic profitability. Long-day application was effective in female reproductive performance and maturity. This study also served as an important reference for red tilapia aquaculture.
Antibacterial Komagataeibacter hansenii nanocellulose membranes with avocado seed bioactive compounds
Authors: Kupnik Kaja , Primožič Mateja , Kokol Vanja , Knez Željko , Leitgeb Maja 
Published: April 2024

AbstractBiocompatible, mechanically stable, highly hydrophilic/swellable and safe antibacterial biomaterials are crucial for wound dressing and other applications in the health sector. Therefore, this study was conducted for the development of bacterial nanocellulose membranes, which were, for the first time, enriched with bacteriostatic and bactericidal effective avocado seed extracts prepared by different extraction techniques (ultrasonic, Soxhlet, high pressure with supercritical carbon dioxide). First, the production process of bacterial nanocellulose membranes from Komagataeibacter hansenii bacteria was optimized related to the fermentation media composition and culture conditions, resulting in bacterial nanocellulose membranes with up to 83% crystallinity and 54.5 g/L yield. The morphological structure of the membranes was varied further by using air- and freeze-drying processes. The Soxhlet and high pressure with supercritical carbon dioxide avocado seed extracts with the most charge negative surface (-33 mV) and smallest hydrodynamic size (0.1 µm) thus resulted in 100% reduction of both Gram-negative Escherichia coli and Gram-positive Staphylococcus aureus with up to log reduction of 2.56 and up to 100% bactericidal efficacy after 24 h of exposure, and at 14 mg/g of avocado seed extracts integrated in the bacterial nanocellulose membranes homogeneously. The high swelling (up to 600%) and water retention ability of avocado seed extracts enriched bacterial nanocellulose membranes, with a biocidal release up to 2.71 mg/mL, shows potential for antibacterial applications in the biomedicine, cosmetics, and pharmaceutical industries.
Trade secret laws and initial public offering underpricing
Authors: Chang Chu-hsuan , Liang Woan-lih , Wang Yanzhi 
Published: April 2024

AbstractThis paper examines the impact of trade secret laws on the underpricing of initial public offerings (IPOs) in the United States, where we focus on the Uniform Trade Secret Act and/or the inevitable disclosure doctrine. Given that trade secret laws help firms protect their know-how in the form of trade secrets, we propose that trade secrets protected by these laws may result in increased corporate opacity, leading to greater IPO underpricing. Empirically, the average first-day returns of IPOs in states with trade secret laws are 12.7% higher than those in states without such laws. Using the information disclosed in the 10-K report on whether the firm owns trade secrets, we suggest that the existence of trade secret laws enhances the protection effect of firm maintenance of trade secrets, which leads to greater IPO underpricing. Further analyses show that the effect of trade secret laws is reinforced for IPO firms operating in complex industries, IPO firms with R&D investments, and large IPO firms, suggesting that trade secret laws increase the difficulties investors face in assessing the intrinsic value of such firms.
External Oblique Intercostal Plane Block Versus Port-Site Infiltration for Laparoscopic Sleeve Gastrectomy: A Randomized Controlled Study
Authors: Doymus Omer , Ahiskalioglu Ali , Kaciroglu Ahmet , Bedir Zehra , Tayar Serkan , Yeni Mustafa , Karadeniz Erdem 
Published: April 2024

Abstract
Purpose
Although laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy (LSG) is a minimally invasive surgery, postoperative pain is common. A novel block, the external oblique intercostal (EOI) block, can be used as part of multimodal analgesia for upper abdominal surgeries. The aim of our study is to investigate the effectiveness of EOI block in patients undergoing LSG.

Materials and Methods
Sixty patients were assigned into two groups either EOI or port-site infiltration (PSI). The EOI group received ultrasound-guided 30 ml 0.25% bupivacaine, while the PSI group received 5 ml of 0.25% bupivacaine at each port sites by the surgeon. Data on clinical and demographic were collected and analyzed.

Results
There were no statistical differences in terms of demographic details (p > 0.05). VAS scores were statistically lower during resting at PACU, 1, 2, 4, 8, and 12 h postoperatively in the EOI group than PSI group (p < 0.05), The VAS scores were also lower during active movement at PACU, 1, 2, 4, and 8 h postoperatively in the EOI group than PSI group (p < 0.05). Twenty-four-hour fentanyl consumption was lower in the EOI than in the PSI group (505.83 ± 178.56 vs. 880.83 ± 256.78 μg, respectively, p < 0.001). Rescue analgesia was higher in PSI group than EOI group (26/30 vs. 14/30, respectively, p = 0.001).

Conclusion
EOI block can be used as a part of multimodal analgesia due to its simplicity and effective postoperative analgesia in LSG.

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Efficacy of computer-assisted robotic based clinical training program for spinal oncology education on pedicle screw placement
Authors: Wang Pengru , Xin Yingye , Zhou Shangbin , Duan Shujie , Bai Danyang , Li Bo , Xu Wei 
Published: April 2024

AbstractPedicle screw placement (PSP) is the fundamental surgical technique that requires high accuracy for novice orthopedists studying spinal oncology education. Therefore, we set forth to establish a computer-assisted robotic navigation training program for novice spinal oncology education. Novice orthopedists were involved in this study to evaluate the feasibility and safety of the computer-assisted robotic navigation (CARN) training program. In this research, trainees were randomly taught by the CARN training program and the traditional training program. We prospectively collected the clinical data of patients with spinal tumors from 1st May 2021 to 1st March 2022. The ability of PSP was evaluated by cumulative sum (CUSUM) analysis, learning curve, and accuracy of pedicle screws. The patients included in both groups had similar baseline characteristics. In the CUSUM analysis of the learning curve for accurate PSP, the turning point in the CARN group was lower than that in the traditional group (70th vs. 92nd pedicle screw). The LC-CUSUM test indicated competency for PSP at the 121st pedicle screw in the CARN group and the 138th pedicle screw in the traditional group. The accuracy of PSP was also significantly higher in the CARN group than in the traditional group (88.17% and 79.55%, P = 0.03 < 0.05). Furthermore, no major complications occurred in either group. We first described CARN in spinal oncology education and indicated the CARN training program as a novel, efficient and safe training program for surgeons.
Das ESCRT-III-Homolog VIPP1 vermittelt Thylakoid-Biogenese und -Erhaltung
Authors: Zeilfelder Saskia , Schroda Michael 
Published: April 2024

AbstractAt thylakoid membranes the light reactions of oxygenic photosynthesis take place, which are the source of virtually all life on earth. The VIPP1 protein is essential for the biogenesis and maintenance of thylakoid membranes. Recently, the cryo-EM structure of cyanobacterial VIPP1 has been solved and revealed that VIPP1 is a member of the ancient ESCRT-III family of membrane remodeling proteins. Here we discuss how VIPP1 structures relate to its multiple functions.
Medical Nutrition Education for Health, Not Harm: BMI, Weight Stigma, Eating Disorders, and Social Determinants of Health
Authors: Gunsalus Kearney T. W. , Mixon Jordan K. , House Ellen M. 
Published: April 2024

AbstractEffective nutrition training is fundamental to medical education. Current training is inadequate and can cause harm to students and patients alike; it leaves physicians unprepared to counsel on nutrition, places undue focus on weight and body mass index (BMI), can exacerbate anti-obesity bias, and increase risk for development of eating disorders, while neglecting social determinants of health and communication skills. Physicians and educators hold positions of influence in society; what we say and how we say it matters. We propose actionable approaches to improve nutrition education to minimize harm and pursue evidence-based, effective, and equitable healthcare.
Electromechanical Vibration Response of Pre-stressed Bi-layered Piezoelectric Plate Under a Harmonic Mechanical Force
Authors: Daşdemir Ahmet 
Published: April 2024

Abstract
Purpose
This study presents the outcomes of a finite element analysis (FEA) of forced vibrations by a time-harmonic loading of a bi-layered piezoelectric plate with two-axially pre-stressed layers.

Methods
The investigation is conducted based on the following assumptions: (i) the resultant system is resting on a rigid foundation, (ii) each layer is poled along the direction perpendicular to the free surface, (iii) a complete contact state exists at the interface of the plane in the plate, and (iv) the initial stress state at the layers is modeled based on the three-dimensional linearized theory of elasticity for solids under initial stress (TLTESIS). First, we describe nonlinear governing equations of motion and boundary-contact conditions for the dynamical model of the current system and then apply a linearization and non-dimensionalization procedure to the problem under consideration. In terms of Hamilton principle, a finite element model (FEM) is developed based on the weak form.

Results and Conclusions
The proposed and validated FEM approach can help to address several issues in the piezoelectric structure of finite lengths, either pre-stressed or not. In particular, we present an investigation of the effects of changing problem factors on the dynamic behavior as well as the frequency response of the composite plate. The numerical results demonstrate that the stress transition across the interface of the layers plays a key role in the resonance mode of the system, in both a quantitative sense and a qualitative sense.
Contributions of the Brazil’s National Institute for Space Research (INPE) to emergency response in the International Space and Major Disasters Charter
Authors: Boscolo Helena K. , Körting Thales S. , Namikawa Laercio M. , Homem de Mello Alexandre J. 
Published: April 2024

AbstractBrazil participates, through the National Institute for Space Research (INPE), in the International Charter Space and Major Disasters—Disasters Charter, an international cooperation effort to provide satellite images of major disasters around the world. The Disasters Charter is a joint and voluntary cooperative effort of 17 members. The characteristics of how the Charter works and the support of the satellites CBERS-4, CBERS-4A and AMAZONIA-1, including its cameras, are presented. There were 213 Charter Activations during the studied period (from mid-2018 until the end of 2022) with as many as 368 satellite images being provided (43% from the WFI camera-presented in all three satellites). Floods were the most frequent type of disaster and with the highest number of images provided. Of all the Activations during this period, INPE provided as much as 70% of all the Charter requested remote sensing data. Our internal operational scheme is revealed and the limitations of the satellite imaging are discussed to foster Brazil’s capacity in satellite imaging.
SHM Implementation on a RPV Airplane Model Based on Machine Learning for Impact Detection
Authors: Dipietrangelo Flavio , Nicassio Francesco , Scarselli Gennaro 
Published: April 2024

AbstractIn this study, an on-working structural health monitoring system for impact detection on remote piloted vehicle (RPV) airplane is proposed. The approach is based on the propagation of Lamb waves in metallic structures on which Pb[ZrxTi1−x]O3 (PZT) sensors are bonded for receiving vibrational signals due to impact events. The proposed method can be used to detect impacts in aerospace structures, i.e. skin fuselage and/or wing panels. After the detection, machine learning (ML) algorithms (polynomial regression and neural networks) are applied for processing the acquired ultrasounds waves in order to characterise the impacts, in terms of time of flight (ToF) and relative location. Several test cases are studied: the ML models are tested both without external noise (in laboratory) and introducing external RC engine vibration (on-working conditions). Furthermore, this work presents the implementation of a mini-equipment for acquisition and data processing based on Raspberry Pi. A good agreement between laboratory and in-flight results is achieved, in terms of distance between the actual and calculated impact location.
Stakeholder engagement in advancing sustainable ecotourism: an exploratory case study of Chilika Wetland
Authors: Samal Rajashree , Dash Madhusmita 
Published: April 2024

AbstractEcotourism, over time, has emerged as a preferred strategy for resource utilization within protected areas of developing nations, as it effectively bridges the gap between ecological conservation imperatives and the imperative for local economic development. This study aims to comprehensively analyze the multifaceted impacts of ecotourism on local communities, with due consideration given to its environmental, social, and economic dimensions. Furthermore, the research endeavors to evaluate the degree of stakeholder engagement in fostering sustainable tourism practices within ecotourism initiatives. Thematic content analysis has been used and the data for the analysis has been sourced through field observations, key informant discussions and different secondary sources. This research examines the dynamic interaction between local communities and ecotourism aspects in the Chilika Wetland in India, using the DPSIR (Driver-Pressure-State-Impact-Response) framework. It promotes a comprehensive decision-making method that considers the Triple Bottom Line and Community-oriented Collaborative approach. Findings underscore the potential for Chilika’s ecosystem restoration and mitigating adverse tourist impacts with effective ecotourism governance. The need for collaboration among stakeholders becomes crucial for the effective administration of ecotourism, as shown by the instance of Mangalajodi, which exemplifies the successful outcome of community-led ecotourism. Nevertheless, certain prerequisites, such as knowledge dissemination, training, financial support, cultural promotion, eco-friendly infrastructure, and a commitment to conservation, have been recognized as necessary for ensuring long-term community involvement in ecotourism initiatives.
Starch Granule Yields from Open-Air Metates Unaffected by Environmental Contamination
Authors: Wilks Stefania L. , Paredes Samantha A. , Louderback Lisbeth A. 
Published: April 2024

AbstractThe morphological characteristics of starch granules preserved on ancient ground stone tools can reveal which plant species were processed and consumed and even infer tool function. Bedrock metates are commonly associated with the processing of localized seasonal resources, providing potential evidence for past human lifeways, including foods collected and processed, social gatherings, settlement patterns, land investment, and territorial behavior. In contrast to ground stone artifacts preserved in a buried context that have been studied extensively, limited starch research has been conducted on the potential for environmental contamination of open-air bedrock mortars and metates exposed to natural erosional elements. This project examines the residue samples of bedrock metates from three archaeological sites in southern Oregon in the United States to compare the starch yields of extraneous material cleaned from the grinding surface to those extracted from interstitial matrices deeper within the bedrock. Significantly greater number of starch granules were recovered from deep within the cracks and crevices than from the surface. Our study suggests that environmental contamination can be managed if separate surface and control samples are collected and analyzed in conjunction with the interstitial samples. Examining the potential for environmental contamination on exposed grinding surfaces is crucial for confidence in starch granule results and improving our understanding of human dietary behavior.
Lower Bounds for the Canonical Height of a Unicritical Polynomial and Capacity
Authors: Habegger P. , Schmidt H. 
Published: April 2024

Abstract
In a recent breakthrough, Dimitrov [Dim] solved the Schinzel–Zassenhaus conjecture. We follow his approach and adapt it to certain dynamical systems arising from polynomials of the form

$T^p+c$

, where p is a prime number and where the orbit of

$0$

is finite. For example, if

$p=2$

and

$0$

is periodic under

$T^2+c$

with

$c\in \mathbb {R}$

, we prove a lower bound for the local canonical height of a wandering algebraic integer that is inversely proportional to the field degree. From this, we are able to deduce a lower bound for the canonical height of a wandering point that decays like the inverse square of the field degree. For these f, our method has application to the irreducibility of polynomials. Indeed, say y is preperiodic under f but not periodic. Then any iteration of f minus y is irreducible in

$\mathbb {Q}(y)[T]$

.
Cohomological Descent for Faltings Ringed Topos
Authors: He Tongmu 
Published: April 2024

Abstract
Faltings ringed topos, the keystone of Faltings’ approach to p-adic Hodge theory for a smooth variety over a local field, relies on the choice of an integral model, and its good properties depend on the (logarithmic) smoothness of this model. Inspired by Deligne’s approach to classical Hodge theory for singular varieties, we establish a cohomological descent result for the structural sheaf of Faltings topos, which makes it possible to extend Faltings’ approach to any integral model, that is, without any smoothness assumption. An essential ingredient of our proof is a variation of Bhatt–Scholze’s arc-descent of perfectoid rings.
Stability of isometric immersions of hypersurfaces
Authors: Alpern Itai , Kupferman Raz , Maor Cy 
Published: April 2024

Abstract
We prove a stability result of isometric immersions of hypersurfaces in Riemannian manifolds, with respect to

$L^p$

-perturbations of their fundamental forms: For a manifold

${\mathcal M}^d$

endowed with a reference metric and a reference shape operator, we show that a sequence of immersions

$f_n:{\mathcal M}^d\to {\mathcal N}^{d+1}$

, whose pullback metrics and shape operators are arbitrary close in

$L^p$

to the reference ones, converge to an isometric immersion having the reference shape operator. This result is motivated by elasticity theory and generalizes a previous result [AKM22] to a general target manifold

${\mathcal N}$

, removing a constant curvature assumption. The method of proof differs from that in [AKM22]: it extends a Young measure approach that was used in codimension-0 stability results, together with an appropriate relaxation of the energy and a regularity result for immersions satisfying given fundamental forms. In addition, we prove a related quantitative (rather than asymptotic) stability result in the case of Euclidean target, similar to [CMM19] but with no a priori assumed bounds.