bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Ergonomic RFID tag placement on surgical instruments – a preliminary user study
Authors: Heibeyn Jan , Witte Mark , Billig Sebastian , Schweizer Matthias , Janß Armin , Radermacher Klaus 
Published: March 2024

Abstract

Objectives
RFID tags on surgical instruments allow tracking of individual instruments. However, the tags on the instruments can restrict the handling, potentially increasing patient risks. Previous studies analyzed hand contact areas to identify potential locations for tags. However, the studies did not conduct interaction tests using instruments equipped with RFID tags, potentially neglecting the influence of haptic perception. In addition, previous studies required time-consuming evaluations by clinicians.

Methods
Therefore, the present study aims to verify the previous findings in interaction-centered tests with clinicians using real RFID tags on the instruments. Additionally, we had instrument design experts rate RFID tag positions and examined whether they could predict the clinician’s preferred tag positions.

Results
We found that nearly all RFID tag positions decreased the user satisfaction of clinicians compared to a reference instrument. Compared to previous studies, our study shows that the RFID tag influences the orientations in which an instrument can be comfortably held, which was criticized by clinicians. Instrument design experts could only predict the clinician’s preferred tag positions for some instruments.

Conclusions
Therefore, we recommend investigating further changes to instrument design, for what the “ideal” positions proposed by the clinicians in this study can provide initial pointers.
Analytical performance specifications based on biological variation data – considerations, strengths and limitations
Authors: Sandberg Sverre , Coskun Abdurrahman , Carobene Anna , Fernandez-Calle Pilar , Diaz-Garzon Jorge , Bartlett William A. , Jonker Niels , Galior Kornelia , Gonzales-Lao Elisabet , Moreno-Parro Isabel , Sufrate-Vergara Berta , Webster Craig , Aarsand Aasne K. 
Published: March 2024

Abstract
Analytical performance specifications (APS) are typically established through one of three models: (i) outcome studies, (ii) biological variation (BV), or (iii) state-of-the-art. Presently, The APS can, for most measurands that have a stable concentration, be based on BV. BV based APS, defined for imprecision, bias, total allowable error and allowable measurement uncertainty, are applied to many different processes in the laboratory. When calculating APS, it is important to consider the different APS formulae, for what setting they are to be applied and if they are suitable for the intended purpose. In this opinion paper, we elucidate the background, limitations, strengths, and potential intended applications of the different BV based APS formulas. When using BV data to set APS, it is important to consider that all formulae are contingent on accurate and relevant BV estimates. During the last decade, efficient procedures have been established to obtain reliable BV estimates that are presented in the EFLM biological variation database. The database publishes detailed BV data for numerous measurands, global BV estimates derived from meta-analysis of quality-assured studies of similar study design and automatic calculation of BV based APS.
Improved entropy weight methods and their comparisons in evaluating the high-quality development of Qinghai, China
Authors: Chen Li , Wang Xiangyu , Wang Yuanhui , Gao Peichao 
Published: March 2024

Abstract
“High-quality development” is an important objective for China’s current development projects. For the betterment of the current situation of the underdeveloped regions, high-quality development is necessary. The comprehensive index method is one of the most widely used methods for evaluating high-quality development works, and indicator weighting is its key and at the same time the most controversial step. Among many weighting methods, the entropy weighting method is widely applied due to its easier understandability and use. This article focuses on the problem of weight distortion when the entropy values of indicators are close to 1 and the improvements to this problem. To verify these improvements, this article deduces with mathematical analysis, the underlying assumptions of the problem and evaluates the level of high-quality development in Qinghai Province, which is assumed to be an appropriate example of the underdeveloped regions in western China. Our mathematical deductions demonstrate that these underlying assumptions do not theoretically exist. In addition, both the improved and the original methods have similar performances in practice or, more specifically, have shown an overall upward trend in the level of high-quality development in Qinghai Province. Because the “problem” is extremely stringent and difficult to reproduce, we conclude that further improvements on the entropy weighting method should not be a focus of future research. To address the subjectivity or objectivity issues of weighting, weightless methods may be of use and should be developed.
Increased reactive carboxyl and free alfa-amino groups from fish type I collagen peptides by Alcalase® hydrolysis exhibit higher antibacterial and antioxidant activities
Authors: Yasar Sulhattin , Arslan Hulya Sen , Akgul Kubra 
Published: March 2024

Abstract
This study aimed to generate low molecular weight peptides (LMWP) from fish collagen type I hydrolysed by increasing activity of Alcalase® from 0.0 to 12.0 (AU-A per 100 g) at 55 °C and 7.4 of pH for 3 h 40 min. The results showed that all enzyme activity levels caused 34–55 % reductions in protein recovery, 1.0–3.0 folds’ increase in free α-amino groups and 1.7–3.2 folds’ increase in carboxyl groups. Degree of hydrolysis ranged from 20 to 30 % with increasing enzyme activity. The number average molecular weight significantly reduced from 3200 g/mol in 0.0 AU-A per 100 g enzyme activity to 1151, 1398, 1175, 1040 and 1246 g/mol in 2.4, 4.8, 7.2, 9.6 and 12.0 AU-A per 100 g enzyme activities, respectively. Depending upon enzyme activity level, the produced LMWP with reactive carboxyl and amino end-groups exhibited 2.5- to 4.0-fold increases in antioxidant capacity and 1.0–3.5 log cfu/ml inhibition of four pathogen bacteria. Highest inhibition of 2.5 log cfu/ml in Escherichia coli was obtained from 2.4 AU-A per 100 g enzyme activity and 3.5 log cfu/ml in Listeria monocytogenes from 9.6 and 12.0 AU-A per 100 g enzyme activity levels. Infrared spectroscopy clearly identified reactive end-groups and showed remarkably differences in molar absorptivity of various molecular regions between non-enzyme and enzyme treated collagen type I molecule. A 9.6 and 12.0 AU-A per 100 g enzyme activity levels were found optimally effective to generate LMWP. In conclusion, LMWP exhibited high antioxidant and antibacterial activity due to increased functional reactive end-groups, and these bio-active peptides may have greater potentialities in various food and pharmaceutical applications.
Poroacoustic front propagation under the linearized Eringen–Cattaneo–Christov–Straughan model
Authors: Zampoli Vittorio , Jordan Pedro M. 
Published: March 2024

Abstract
Employing the Laplace transform and its properties, we investigate the evolution of the coupled thermal and fluid-acoustic waveforms that arise in a signaling problem under the Eringen–Cattaneo–Christov–Straughan model of poroacoustic phenomena. Assuming a Heaviside temperature input, we determine the effects of what we term the “Eringen coefficient” by examining the propagation and evolution of the resulting shock and/or acceleration waveforms. Special/limiting cases are also discussed and, in the final section of this Note, possible follow-on studies are suggested.
Conative animal calls in Macha Oromo: function and form
Authors: Andrason Alexander , Mulugeta Onsho , Mazengia Shimelis 
Published: March 2024

Abstract
This article studies the category of conative animal calls (CACs) in a Cushitic variety – Macha Oromo (Ethiopia). The authors analyze the function (pragma-semantics) and form (phonetics and morphology) of 52 CACs collected during fieldwork activities and conclude the following: the category of CACs in Macha Orono largely complies with the prototype of a CAC posited recently in literature. Moreover, Macha Oromo data suggest a few novel generalizations (a close relationship between summonses and onomatopoeias, and between dispersals and motion-inciting/sustaining directionals, as well as a general preference for close I/U vowels) and raise a question regarding the validity of the hierarchy of semantic types of CACs proposed in some studies.
Lactate dehydrogenase to albumin ratio is associated with in-hospital mortality in patients with acute heart failure: Data from the MIMIC-III database
Authors: Xia Xiangjun , Tan Suisai , Zeng Runhong , Ouyang Can , Huang Xiabin 
Published: March 2024

Abstract
The effect of the lactate dehydrogenase to albumin ratio (LAR) on the survival of patients with acute heart failure (AHF) is unclear. We aimed to analyze the impact of LAR on survival in patients with AHF. We retrieved eligible patients for our study from the Monitoring in Intensive Care Database III. For each patient in our study, we gathered clinical data and demographic information. We conducted multivariate logistic regression modeling and smooth curve fitting to assess whether the LAR score could be used as an independent indicator for predicting the prognosis of AHF patients. A total of 2,177 patients were extracted from the database. Survivors had an average age of 69.88, whereas nonsurvivors had an average age of 71.95. The survivor group had a mean LAR ratio of 13.44, and the nonsurvivor group had a value of 17.38. LAR and in-hospital mortality had a nearly linear correlation, according to smooth curve fitting (P < 0.001). According to multivariate logistic regression, the LAR may be an independent risk factor in predicting the prognosis of patients with AHF (odd ratio = 1.09; P < 0.001). The LAR ratio is an independent risk factor associated with increased in-hospital mortality rates in patients with AHF.
Biogenic potassium: sources, method of recovery, and sustainability assessment
Authors: Gahane Dipali , Mandavgane Sachin A. 
Published: March 2024

Abstract
Nutrient management methods based on ecosystems are crucial for providing agricultural nutrient needs while reducing the environmental impact of fertilizer usage. With increasing agricultural production, the global demand for potassium is increasing, with India importing potassium from countries like Canada, USA, Israel, and Russia. Biomass-fired industries generate biomass ash as a residue so management of the resultant ash is important. Agricultural residue ashes contain abundant potassium so could potentially be used for fertilizer application. This review describes different potassium sources and recovery processes, including chemical precipitation, water extraction, solvent extraction, membrane separation, and ionic exchange. Extraction time, temperature, and solid to solvent ratio affect the recovery of potassium from biomass ash. Water extraction is the most commonly used method for potassium recovery from biomass ash. The environmental impact of potassium fertilizer recovered from biomass ash is less than that of mining source of potash. This paper discusses topics not covered in previous reviews, such as different biosources of potassium, latest recovery methods, and life cycle assessment of these methods. The gaps identified in the reports are addressed, and future research opportunities are presented.
Comparison of Cryotherapy Performed With Ice or Gel and Superficial Skin Cooling of Older Women: A Randomized, Crossover, Clinical Trial
Authors: Fachin Kharine dos Santos Maria , de Estéfani Daniela , Marinho e Lima Kelly Mônica , dos Santos Haupenthal Daniela Pacheco , Haupenthal Alessandro 
Published: March 2024

ABSTRACT

Background and Purpose:
Cryotherapy is an affordable and popular treatment of soft tissue injuries, which can reduce inflammation and pain. Studies have specifically addressed young adults and athletes, and these findings have been extended to older adults in clinical practice. Aging is associated with changes in the skin, including collagen degradation, decreased fat layer thickness, and reduced blood flow, which can alter the skin response to stress. Because of age-related changes, there are concerns about the direct use of ice on the skin of older individuals. Skin injuries were also observed after cryotherapy. This study aimed to assess the most effective and safe cryotherapy for superficial skin cooling among older women.

Methods:
Eighteen older women were enrolled in this blinded, randomized, crossover, clinical trial. The mean values (SD) of their age, height, and weight were 70.0 years (6.0), 156.0 cm (9.1), and 72.8 kg (19.5), respectively. The participants underwent cryotherapy using bagged ice, bagged ice plus a wet towel, or gel pack for 20 minutes. The surface temperature of the skin was measured at the end of a 20-minute cryotherapy session using an infrared thermometer. Repeated-measures analysis of variance was conducted to analyze the effect of cryotherapy modalities and time, as well as the interaction between these 2 factors. The secondary outcome was the presence of cryotherapy-induced lesions.

Results and Discussion:
Cryotherapy modalities had significant effects on superficial skin temperature (P = .001). Time points after application also had an effect (P < .0001), and no interaction was observed between cryotherapy modalities and time points (P = .051). Bonferroni post hoc evaluation showed that bagged ice (P = .008) and gel (P = .007) were more effective in decreasing the superficial skin temperature than bagged ice plus wet towel. No difference was observed between bagged ice and gel (P = .32). Three of the 18 patients experienced adverse effects with the gel pack.

Conclusion:
This study of older women found that ice and gel cooled the skin more effectively than ice wrapped in towels. However, the gel pack had some adverse effects. Therefore, bagged ice is recommended for cryotherapy in older women.
Development of Tools for the Direct Measurement of Shear Stress and Shear Strain within a Soil Mass
Authors: Talesnick M. , Omer I. , Ringel M. , Ghafghazi M. 
Published: March 2024

Abstract
This article describes the development of sensing tools designed and applied to the direct measurement of shear stresses and shear strain within a soil mass. The importance in the development of these tools is in their ability to measure shear stresses and shear distortions within soil without any a priori information of the stress and strains applied at the boundaries of the system. These tools may be applied to element testing, testing of physical models, and field applications. The sensors were used in the testing of a sand in a large simple shear apparatus, under both constant height and constant vertical pressure conditions. Testing demonstrated that shear stresses smaller than 0.1 kPa are easily resolved. Shear strains smaller than 10−5 (abs) were reliably measured. Measurement of shear stress and shear distortion within the soil mass allows for direct determination of the shear stiffness of the soil. Shear stiffness measured in this fashion is significantly greater than that determined from the globally measured shear stress and shear strain. The stiffness degradation curve illustrates a constant shear stiffness over the range of 10−5 through 5·10−4.
Hukum tentang Penertiban dan Pendayagunaan Tanah Terlantar di Indonesia
Authors: Sa’adah Chotimatus , Sechan Deswinta Elsa Luxiana , Aziziyah Mujdalifatul , Syarofuddin Muhammad 
Published: March 2024

Abstract: Indonesia is one of the largest countries in the world in terms of land area. Despite having abundant natural potential, many parts of the land in Indonesia are still abandoned and have not been utilized optimally. This article discusses the regulation and utilization of abandoned land in Indonesia. This research is normative juridical research by analyzing laws and regulations of the land and relevant legal literature. The results of the study concluded that state land, which is a former abandoned land, can be utilized and utilized through renewal in the agrarian sector, strategic state programs, and reserves owned by the state for the benefit of its people. The existence of laws and regulations related to land reform (agrarian reform) and regulation of land rights is a concrete step by the government to reorganize land ownership, utilization, and management to improve community welfare and overcome land ownership inequality. With this legal basis, the government can take appropriate measures to make better use of wastelands.
Keywords: Wasteland, control, utilization, land.

Abstrak: Indonesia merupakan salah satu negara terbesar di dunia dalam hal wilayah daratan. Meskipun memiliki potensi alam yang melimpah, banyak baian dari tanah di Indonesia yang masih terlantar dan belum dimanfaatkan secara optimal. Artikel ini membahas mengenai penertiban dan pendayagunaan tanah terlantar di Indonesia. Penelitian ini merupakan penelitian yuridis normatif dengan menganalisis terhadap berbagai peraturan perundang-undangan dan literatur hukum yang relevan. Hasil penelitian menyimpulkan bahwa tanah negara yang merupakan bekas tanah terlantar dapat didayagunakan dan dimanfaatkan melalui pembaharuan dalam bidang agraria, program-program yang strategis negara, dan cadangan yang dimiliki oleh negara demi kemaslahatan masyarakatnya. Adanya ketentuan peraturan perundang-undangan terkait land reform (reformasi agraria) dan pengaturan hak-hak atas tanah menjadi langkah konkret pemerintah untuk mengatur ulang kepemilikan, pemanfaatan, dan pengelolaan tanah dengan tujuan meningkatkan kesejahteraan masyarakat dan mengatasi masalah ketidaksetaraan kepemilikan tanah. Dengan dasar hukum ini, pemerintah dapat mengambil tindakan yang tepat untuk memanfaatkan tanah terlantar dengan lebih baik.
Kata Kunci: Tanah terlantar, penertiban, pendayagunaan, pertanahan.
Proses Mediasi dan Arbitrase dalam Penyelesaian Sengketa di Badan Penyelesaian Sengketa Konsumen Surabaya
Authors: Amarta Alif Tirta , Huri Daman 
Published: March 2024

Abstract: There are many disputes in society, especially between consumers and business actors. Data from the Surabaya Consumer Dispute Settlement Agency from 2019-2022 totals approximately 100 disputes. Dispute resolution at the Surabaya Consumer Dispute Resolution Agency is in accordance with what is regulated in Law no. 30 of 1999. However, in resolving disputes at the Surabaya Consumer Dispute Resolution Agency from 2019-2020, according to existing data, at most two dispute resolution methods were used, namely Mediation and Arbitration. This article aims to find out the comparison in the mediation and arbitration dispute resolution process at the Surabaya Consumer Dispute Resolution Agency. This writing uses an empirical approach with collection techniques through observations supported by interviews. The results of this research conclude that in the comparison of the administrative processes between arbitration and mediation they are the same. What is different when entering the trial is that there are several things that are different. One of them concerns the difference in the role of the assembly as a mediator between business actors and consumers. The role of the tribunal when resolving through arbitration will be active, whereas if resolving through mediation the tribunal will be passive.
Keywords: Comparison, Mediation, Arbitration, Consumer Disputes.

Abstrak: Terdapat banyak sengketa di masyarakat khususnya antara pihak konsumen dan pihak pelaku usaha. Data Badan Penyelesaian Segketa Konsumen Surabaya dari tahun 2019-2022 total sebanyak kurang lebih 100 sengketa. Penyelesaian sengketa di Badan Peyelesaian Sengketa Konsumen Surabaya telah sesuai dengan yang diatur didalam UU No. 30 Tahun 1999. Tetapi didalam penyelesaian sengketa di Badan Penyelesaian Sengketa Konsumen Surabaya dari tahun 2019-2020 sesuai data yang ada paling banyak menggunakan dua cara penyelesaian sengeketa yaitu Mediasi dan Arbitrase. Tulisan ini bertujuan mengetahui perbandingan dalam proses penyelesaian sengketa mediasi dan arbitrase di Badan Penyelesaian Sengketa Konsumen Surabaya. Penulisan ini menggunakan pendekatan empiris dengan teknik pengumpulan melalui observasi/pengamatan didukung dengan wawancara. Hasil penelitian ini menyimpulkan bahwa didalam perbandingan proses administrasi antara arbitrase dengan mediasi mnunjukkan hasil yang sama. Hal yang membedakan ialah terletak pada saat proses persidangan dan beberapa hal yang berbeda. Salah satunya mengenai perbedaan peran majelis sebagai penengah antara pelaku usaha dan konsumen. Peran majelis jika menyelesaikan secara arbitrase akan bersifat aktif sebaliknya jika penyelesaiannya secara mediasi majelis akan bersifat pasif.
Kata Kunci: Perbandingan, mediasi, arbitrase, sengketa konsumen.
Training for Academic Librarians in Assistive Technologies (AT) Requires Higher Priority and Targeted Funding
Authors: Jasmin Hilary 
Published: March 2024

A Review of:
Munyoro, J., Machimbidza, T., & Mutula, S. (2021). Examining key strategies for building assistive technology (AT) competence of academic library personnel at university libraries in Midlands and Harare provinces in Zimbabwe. The Journal of Academic Librarianship, 47(4), Article 102364. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.acalib.2021.102364
Objective – To explore strategies for building up library worker abilities in assistive technology (AT) for inclusive implementation. The primary focuses of the study’s interviewing included the extent of existing training, the challenges of funding and executing this type of training, and any notable strategies for creating greater access to high-quality AT training.
Design – A qualitative exploratory study of library workers.
Setting – Three academic libraries in Zimbabwe.
Subjects – Thirty library workers comprised of Senior Library Assistants, Administrative Assistants, and Assistant Librarians.
Methods – The researchers conducted semi-structured interviews confidentially over WhatsApp and telephone. They then conducted thematic analysis on the results.
Main Results – Exposure to AT training for academic librarians in Zimbabwe is low. Of the 30 librarians interviewed, only 13 had been exposed to any formal AT training. Of those 13, 12 scored their AT training experience as “not very effective.” Primary challenges listed included lack of AT experts as trainers, not enough funding, and ignorance around disability issues.
Conclusion – To improve AT expertise in academic librarians, suggestions included integrating AT training into LIS professional education, and for those already in the profession to establish partnerships across academic departments to perhaps leverage more professional AT training across campus. There was also a noted suggestion that hands-on exposure is more beneficial than passive training.