bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Investigating seroprevalence and vulnerability in a flood-affected internally displaced population: A cross-sectional study
Authors: Khan Muhammad Arsalan , Khan Noor Ullah , Asif Nida , Geetha Gopika Mohanakumaran Nair , Kanwal Arooj , Safi Sidequllah 
Published: March 2024

Abstract

Background
Malaria is a communicable disease that affects millions of people throughout the world every year. Internally displaced people are a vulnerable group that can be disproportionately affected by mosquito-transmitted disease. Harsh climatic conditions such as floods are among the key factors that directly contribute to the displacement of people while simultaneously creating favourable breeding grounds for mosquitoes that transmit Plasmodium species. This study aimed to assess the epidemiological aspects of malaria transmission in flood-affected displaced people.
Methods
A cross-sectional study was conducted among the internally displaced persons, displaced by the 2022 floods in Pakistan, living in the ‘Tent City’ of Hyderabad, Sindh. A total of 2,640 participants were recruited from the camp via random sampling. Rapid diagnostic tests and microscopy techniques were utilized to assess blood samples, and a standardized questionnaire was used to gather demographic data. The seroprevalence of malarial infection and its subtypes was determined. Vulnerability to infection based on sex and age group was also assessed using stratified analysis.
Results
Of the 2640 participants, 354 (13.4%) were malaria positive. Rapid diagnostic tests showed a marginally greater (14.8%) seroprevalence than did microscopy (10.7%). Plasmodium vivax was found to be the predominant Plasmodium species among the displaced people, accounting for 87.5% of the total cases, followed by Plasmodium falciparum at 12.5%. Age-stratified analysis revealed that children under 12 years of age and pregnant women had a significantly greater risk of infection. The odds of becoming infected at < 12 years of age were 5.28 times greater than those at > 12 years of age. Similarly, the odds of malaria infection in pregnant women are approximately 2.17 times greater than in individuals above 12 years of age.
Conclusion
Malaria remains a significant hazard for internally displaced persons, with a high prevalence of malaria infection, indicating the need for prompt healthcare interventions, additional services, and preventative measures. The changing climate conditions pose a risk of increased frequency and intensity of floods leading to mass displacements. This necessitates a stronger effort to mitigate and manage such health disasters in the future.
Integrating Innovation and Tradition: Leveraging Geometric Algebra to Explore Power Flow in Electric Systems
Authors: Sundriyal Nitin , Ramirez Juan M. 
Published: March 2024

Abstract

Power flow study is critical to electrical power system analysis. This study solves the power flow problem using a mathematical framework based on geometric algebra (GA). Geometric algebra expands on the concepts of linear algebra and geometry to offer a comprehensive and more flexible mathematical framework. In contrast, complex numbers are a continuation of the real number field. Furthermore, GA allows the handling of multivectors using geometric functions like wedges and geometric products. Because it can abstract the formulation, it thus permits a simple interpretation. Consequently, power flow analysis may be carried out accurately and effectively using GA. This paper presents the GA-based formulation and shows the comparative results between the conventional and the proposed technique. The study compares geometric algebra with complex numbers, concentrating on two case studies: a nimble 9-bus system and a comprehensive 68-bus network. The results demonstrate geometric algebra's scalability, stability, and computing benefits, as faster processing times indicate. This study validates the benefits of geometric algebra and encourages more investigation and practical applications to fully assess its potential in revolutionising power system analysis.
Combined analysis of estradiol and β-hCG to predict the early pregnancy outcome of FET: a retrospective study
Authors: Wu Man , Xiao Xiao , Wang Chen , Zhao Min , Xiong Fang , Jin Xin , Zheng Xiaomin 
Published: March 2024

Abstract
Background
How to accurately predicting the pregnancy outcomes of an IVF cycle are particularly important. Although a lot of work was conducted to predict pregnancy outcomes by assaying serum β-hCG levels after embryo transfer, rare study has focused on the prediction of serum E2 level after transfer. This study sought to analyze the predictive effect of serum E2 combined with β-hCG on early reproductive outcomes 12 days after embryo transfer.
Methods
A total of 1521 patients with β-hCG positive values on day 12 after frozen-warmed embryo transfer (FET) in natural endometrial preparation cycles (NCs) were collected in affiliated Women’s Hospital of Jiangnan University. Logistic regression analysis was constructed to establish the clinical pregnancy prediction model, and the cutoff value, optimal sensitivity and specificity were calculated by Receiver operating characteristic (ROC).
Results
Levels of serum E2 and β-hCG on the 12th day after FET with NCs were higher in clinical pregnancy group (CP Group) compared with biochemical pregnancy group (BP Group) (P < 0.001). Besides, the cutoff values for E2 and β-hCG on the 12th day after FET with NCs in cleavage group (CE Group) were 129.25 pg/mL and 156.60 mIU/mL respectively, with area under the ROC curve (AUC) of 0.801 and 0.941 respectively. For blastocyst group (B Group), the cutoff values for E2 and β-hCG were 174.45 pg/mL and 217.70 mIU/mL, with AUCs of 0.762 and 0.924 respectively. The logistic regression analysis revealed that serum E2 day 12 and β-hCGday 12 were significantly associated with clinical pregnancy.
Conclusions
Serum E2 is significantly different in CP Group compared with BP Group in FET with NCs. Earlier E2 combined with β-HCG can be used as a predictor of early pregnant state.
RegionSizeR – A novel app for regional sample size planning in MRCTs
Authors: Sun Guannan , Sun Xin , Su Huijuan , Liao Yuqin , Wei Di , Ma Hanqing , Li Xinyu , Fan Ran , Ren Xiaowei 
Published: March 2024

Abstract

In multi-regional clinical trials, planning the sample size for participating regions is essential for the evaluation of the treatment effect consistency across regions. Based on the MRCT design and sample size allocation to regions, consistency probability is usually used to predict the consistent trend between regions and the overall population, while preserving a certain proportion of the overall treatment effect. Specific enrollment characteristics in a region of interest should also be considered in the meantime of the sample size planning. To facilitate efficient and harmonized regional sample size planning, we have developed RegionSizeR, a comprehensive and user-friendly interactive web-based R shiny application that can be obtained from https://github.com/rsr-ss/RegionSizeR. This simulation-based app can serve as an initial point for discussions on sample size allocation plans, following preservation of treatment effect method in ICH E17. The app accommodates various types of endpoints and designs, including continuous, binary, and time-to-event endpoints, for superiority, non-inferiority, and MCP-Mod designs. To ensure the validity of this app, independent testing is conducted allowing a discrepancy of no more than 1%.
Graphene nanoscrolls as a symmetric supercapacitor electrode
Authors: Habib Hameem , Javid Mehreen , Nazir Saqib , Husain Samina 
Published: March 2024

Abstract
The current investigation delineates a straightforward solvent exchange approach for the production of one-dimensional (1D) graphene nanoscrolls (GNS), originating from graphite extracted from pencil lead. The proposed rolling mechanism incorporates the utilization of two distinct solvents: N-methyl-2-pyrrolidone (NMP) boasting a high boiling point and ethanol featuring a low boiling point. The electrochemical assessment of GNS unveiled a remarkable specific capacitance of 438 F/g at a low scan rate of 10 mV/s, coupled with a high-power density of 4447 W Kg-1 and an energy density of 21 Wh Kg-1. A comprehensive analysis of electrochemical performance was conducted through cyclic voltammetry, galvanostatic charge/storage, and electrochemical impedance spectroscopy techniques. The results posit GNS as a highly promising candidate for the advancement of sophisticated electrode materials in the upcoming generation of energy storage devices, attributed to its facile synthesis, distinctive morphology, and exceptional specific capacitance.
RETRACTED: Investigation of the Effects of the Using Biodiesel and Biodiesel/diesel Fuel Blends on Combustion, Engine Performance, and Exhaust Emissions in a Diesel Engine
Authors: SOYSAL Cahit , ŞAHİN Zehra , DURGUN Orhan , BİLGİN Atilla 
Published: March 2024

Abstract

The authors have requested that this preprint be removed from Research Square.
Evidence based clinical practice guidelines for the management of acute ankle injuries according to: PRISMA systematic review and quality appraisal with AGREE II.
Authors: Bsoul Najeeb , Ling Liang , Cai Leyi , Mazmanyan Davit , Porter Daniel 
Published: March 2024

Abstract
Background
Acute ankle injuries are a common injury seen in emergency rooms resulting in huge social impact and sometimes devastating consequences. Several clinical practice guidelines (CPGs) related to ankle injuries have been developed by various organizations, but there is a lack of a critical appraisal of them. The purpose of this systematic review is to find and critically appraise evidence-based clinical practice guidelines for EB-CPGs related to acute ankle injuries in adults.
Method
Cochrane Library, MEDLINE, EMBASE, WHO databases, and 98 worldwide orthopedic association websites were searched until early 2023. Two authors individually employed the inclusion and exclusion criteria, and each EB-CPG was subject to an independent critical appraisal of its content, by four authors, using the Appraisal of Guidelines for REsearch and Evaluation (AGREE II) instrument, and AGREE II scores for each domain were calculated.
Results
Five evidence-based clinical practice guidelines were included in this review. Mean scores for all six domains were as follows: Scope and Purpose (87.8%), Stakeholder Involvement (69.2%), Rigour of Development (72.5%), Clarity of Presentation (86.9%), Applicability (45.6%), and Editorial Independence (53.3%).
Conclusion
The overall quality of the existing ankle injuries EB-CPGs is not strong and three of them are out of date. Useful guidance related to Ottawa rules, manual therapy, cryotherapy, functional supports, early ambulation, and rehabilitation have been mentioned. monitoring and/or auditing criteria, the view and preferences of the target population item, and editorial independence are challenge areas and future guidelines should focus on improvements in these domains.
Systematic Review: Systematic review.
Micro-CT, mechanical, and histological examination of the effect of local adjuvants on porcine cortical bone following intralesional curettage of bone tumors
Authors: Apostolopoulos Vasileios , Boháč Petr , Marcián Petr , Zambo Iva Staniczková , Pazourek Lukáš , Mahdal Michal , Neradil Assoc. Prof. RNDr. Jakub , Návrat Assoc. Prof. Ing. Tomáš , T Assoc. Prof. MUDr. Tomáš 
Published: March 2024

Abstract
Background and Objectives
Curettage is the removal of a tumor from the bone while preserving the surrounding healthy cortical bone and is associated with higher rates of local recurrence. To lower those rates, curettage should be combined with local adjuvants. Although, their use is associated with damage to nearby healthy bone. The purpose of this analysis is to determine the effect of local adjuvants on cortical porcine bone by using micro computed tomography (micro-CT), along with histological and mechanical examination.
Methods
Local adjuvants were applied to porcine specimens under defined conditions. To assess changes in bone mineral density (BMD), a micro-CT scan was used. The pixel gray values of the volume of interest (VOI) were evaluated per specimen and converted to BMD values. The Vickers hardness test was employed to assess bone hardness (HV). The depth of necrosis was measured histologically using hematoxylin-eosin-stained tissue sections.
Results
A noticeable change of BMD was observed on argon beam coagulation (ABC) sample. Comparable hardness values were measured on samples following electrocautery and ABC. Lowering of bone hardness was obtained in the case of liquid nitrogen. Extensive induced depth of necrosis was registered in the specimen treated with liquid nitrogen.
Conclusion
The study determined the effect of local adjuvants on cortical bone by using micro-CT, histological, and mechanical examination. Phenolization and liquid nitrogen application caused a decrease in bone hardness. The bone density was affected in the range of single-digit percentage. Liquid nitrogen induced extensive depth of necrosis with a wide variance of values.
Length of hospital stay and associated treatment costs for patients with susceptible and antibiotic-resistant Salmonella infections: systematic review and meta-analysis
Authors: Kim Chaelin , Frost Isabel , Naylor Nichola R. , Au Heidi , Lee Yubin , Bzymek Anna , Majgier Kamila , Moldoveanu Ana Laura , Salman Omar Mukhtar , Simiyu Shillah , Youssef Dina Mohamed , Hasso-Agopsowicz Mateusz , Abbas Kaja 
Published: March 2024

Abstract
Background
The global disease burden of Salmonella infections in 2017 included 135,900 deaths caused by Salmonella Typhi and Paratyphi and 77,000 deaths caused by invasive non-typhoidal Salmonella, and increasing antimicrobial resistance further exacerbates morbidity, mortality, and costs. To address the evidence gap on the economic burden of antimicrobial resistant Salmonella infections, our study aim is to estimate the estimate the length of hospital stay and associated treatment costs for patients with susceptible or antibiotic-resistant Salmonella Typhi, Paratyphi, and non-typhoidal Salmonella infections.
Methods
We conducted a systematic review by searching EMBASE, Medline, Scopus, Hinari, and LILACS databases for studies published between January 1, 2005 and December 17, 2021, with no language restrictions. We identified studies that reported on length of hospital stay and associated treatment costs for patients with susceptible or antibiotic-resistant Salmonella Typhi, Paratyphi, and non-typhoidal Salmonella infections. We converted monetary costs to 2019 USD and pooled estimates by quantile level of GDP per capita using random effects meta-analysis. We assessed the quality of included studies using critical appraisal tools from the Joanna Briggs Institute.
Results
We included 26 studies in our systematic review, and the mean quality scores ranged from 0.55 to 1.00 across different study designs. Patients with drug-resistant Salmonella infections had significantly longer hospital stays, with an additional 0.5–2.2 days compared to drug-susceptible Salmonella infections. The direct hospitalisation costs for drug-resistant typhoidal Salmonella were 71–103% higher than for drug-susceptible typhoidal Salmonella infections in the same setting. The mean hospital stay was 5.9 days (95% CI: 4.4, 7.5) for drug-susceptible typhoidal Salmonella infections, while it was 7 days (95% CI: 4.7, 9.3) for resistant typhoidal Salmonella infections in the lowest income quintile.
Conclusions
While the length of hospital stay and associated treatment costs for patients with antibiotic-resistant Salmonella infections varied by pathogen, country, and resistance level, they were higher in comparison to antibiotic-susceptible Salmonella infections. However, evidence on length of hospital stay and treatment costs are lacking from typhoid-endemic regions of sub-Saharan Africa.
Emotional Stimulus Processing in Depression: Insights from the Investigation of Symptom-Specific Alterations of the Late Positive Potential
Authors: Mura Francesca , Patron Elisabetta , Catrambone Vincenzo , valenza Gaetano , Gentili Claudio 
Published: March 2024

Abstract
Depression is associated with altered processing of emotional stimuli, often detected by changes in late positive potential (LPP) features. However, evidence on LPP amplitude and latency in individuals with depressive symptoms shows inconsistencies. These may stem from the heterogeneity inherent to depressive conditions, which were primarily investigated in terms of symptoms severity. Somatic and cognitive-affective symptoms, to our knowledge, have not been properly accounted for. 66 individuals with absent to severe depressive symptoms were presented with emotional pictures (pleasant, neutral, and unpleasant) while the electroencephalographic signal was recorded from a 32-channel cap. Linear mixed models were performed on LPP's mean amplitude and fractional peak latency adding fixed effects of emotional condition, severity of somatic and cognitive-affective depressive symptoms, and their interactions. Random effects included subject and channel factors. Our findings show a differential effect of somatic and cognitive-affective depressive symptoms on LPP amplitude and latency. Higher cognitive-affective symptoms were associated with reduced LPP amplitude for both pleasant (b = − .53, p < .001) and unpleasant (b = − .24, p = .007) pictures, while higher somatic symptoms were linked to an increased LPP amplitude for pleasant (b = .19, p = .030) and unpleasant (b = .31, p < .001) stimuli. Shorter LPP latencies were associated with higher somatic depressive symptoms, specifically for neutral pictures (b = -25.33, p = .007). These findings suggest a differential impact of somatic and cognitive depressive symptoms on central indices reflecting the elaboration of emotional stimuli. Therefore, we argue that a comprehensive understanding of the mechanisms governing emotional processing in depressive subjects should consider the specificity of individual symptoms.
COMPARATIVE STORY OF THE SLAUGHTER OF ABRAHAM’S SON IN THE QURAN AND THE BIBLE
Authors: Rahmanto Oki Dwi 
Published: March 2024

The story of the slaughter of Abraham's son has attracted a lot of attention among Muslims and non-Muslims. This is because there are different views in the Koran and the Bible regarding who was the figure behind Abraham's slaughter of his son. This research is included in the research library study or literature review. The method taken is descriptive-analysis with a comparative approach between the two books. To produce specific and detailed data, the researcher presents two interpreters in the Koran and the Bible, namely Quraish Shihab as an interpreter of the Koran and Matthew Henry as an interpreter of the Bible. The findings were based on research, namely the first male figure who was slaughtered in the Quran according to the viewpoint of Quraish shihab, namely Ismail. Meanwhile, according to Matthew Henry, that is Isaac. The two factors that cause the difference in interpretation are that the Quraish Shihab in its literature refers to the interpretation of Tabataba'i, which refers to ismail. Apart from that, Quraish Shihab also performed inter-verse munasbahs related to the slaughter of Abraham for his son, while Matthew Henry interpreted the editors in the Bible in a textual way who stated that it was Isaac who was slain. The third impact of interpretation on Muslims and non-Muslims is how they take lessons from the story regarding the meaning of patience, obedience and sincerity.
Keywords: Abraham, Slaughter, Al Qur'an and the Bible
THE ANALYSIS OF GUS BAHA'S HADITH STUDY ON YOUTUBE: ARBA'IN NAWAWI CHAPTER OF NIAT
Authors: Rohman Ali Abdur , Noorhidayati Salamah 
Published: March 2024

Kajian agama yang awalnya disampaikan secara langsung di mana antara Kyai dan santri berada dalam satu majlis, karena perkembangan teknologi pengajian tersebut dapat direkam dan ditayangkan ulang melalui berbagai media sosial salah satunya YouTube. Penelitian ini dilakukan bertujuan untuk mendeskripsikan dan menganalisis salah satu kajian Hadis yang tayang di YouTube oleh Gus Baha’ dengan materi hadits Arba’in Nawawi pada bab niat. Penelitian ini bersifat etnografi virtual, yang mana data diambil dari kanal YouTube yaitu “Tafsir NU” dan “Islamic Studies With Gus Baha’’. Rumusan masalah dalam penelitian ini meliputi bagaimana teknis pengajian hadis Gus Baha’ dan isi yang terkandung dalam kajian Gus Baha’ terhadap hadis tentang niat. Temuan dalam penelitian ini, pertama Gus Baha’ dalam penyajiannya menggunakan metode bandongan yang dalam penyampaiannya menggunakan bahasa Jawa Pegon sebagaimana tradisi pesantren salaf. Kedua, materi penjelasannya meliputi unsur fikih, sejarah, pemikiran dan qaul sahabat, kontekstualisasi makna hijrah, ajaran tasawuf yang meliputi: kontekstualisasi makna zuhud, ikhlas dan aktualisasi konsep tawadhu’.
Hydro-meteorological response to climate change impact in Ethiopia: a review
Authors: Chanie Kassaw Muluye 
Published: March 2024

ABSTRACT
Climate change poses significant challenges to water resources and streamflow in Ethiopia, a country highly dependent on agriculture and vulnerable to environmental shifts. This paper reviews the current state of knowledge on climate change impacts on streamflow in Ethiopia, emphasizing factors driving these changes and drawing insights from relevant studies. The analysis encompasses hydrological responses to climate change, including alterations in precipitation patterns, temperature fluctuations, and changes in water availability. Additionally, the study examines the impact of land use changes on streamflow dynamics. Comparative insights from neighboring countries and river basins further illuminate the broader regional implications of climate change on water resources. According to the previous research reviewed in this paper, climate change, land use change, and increment in extreme events (drought) have affected the stream flow over the last decades. The findings underscore the urgent need for adaptive strategies and sustainable water management practices to mitigate the adverse effects of climate change on streamflow and ensure water security in Ethiopia and beyond.
A review of microplastics in wastewater treatment plants in Türkiye: Characteristics, removal efficiency, mitigation strategies for microplastic pollution and future perspective
Authors: Acarer Arat Seren 
Published: March 2024

ABSTRACT

The effluent of WWTPs is an important source of microplastics (MP) for the aquatic environment. In this review study, MPs in wastewater treatment plants (WWTP) in Türkiye and their removal from WWTPs are reviewed for the first time. First, MP characteristics in the influent and effluent of WWTPs in Türkiye are discussed. In the next section, the abundance of MPs in the influent and effluent of WWTPs in Türkiye and the MP removal efficiency of WWTPs in Türkiye are evaluated. Then, the results of studies on MP abundance and characteristics in Türkiye's aquatic environments are presented and suggestions are made to reduce MPs released from WWTPs into the receiving environments. Strategies for reducing MPs released to the receiving environment from WWTPs of Türkiye are summarized. In the last section, research gaps regarding MPs in WWTPs in Türkiye are identified and suggestions are made for future studies. This review paper provides a comprehensive assessment of the abundance, dominant characteristics, and removal of MPs in WWTPs in Türkiye, as well as the current status and deficiencies in Türkiye. Therefore, this review can serve as a scientific guide to improve the MP removal efficiency of WWTPs in Türkiye.