bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Advances in Otorhinolaryngological Community Services: The HearWHO App in Southern Nigeria
Authors: Akpalaba Immaculata Ogechi , Martin OKHAWERE Imouokhome , Akpalaba Raphael Uchenna Enyinnaya , Ogisi Festus Oritsemajemite 
Published: December 2023

BACKGROUND:
Current research recorded hearing loss in 8.5million Nigerians. Hearing loss can be prevented and treated. Most individuals in the communities are unaware. Available hearing screening instruments are not readily accessible in communities. Regular screening is the key. Hence, the introduction of the HearWHO App in the communities, a mobile hearing screener.

AIM: - To detect hearing loss and otological disorders
-	To validate the HearWHO App in the communities
-	To launch the HearWHO App in the communities
MATERIALS AND METHODS: Commenced after obtaining due ethical clearance, informed consent and permissions. A 3 year duration study (March 2020 to March 2022). Study centres were 4 motor parks in Benin City Edo State (Muyi line, Faith motors, Iyare motors and Magorawa terminal) and 2 hospitals in Ondo City, Ondo state (General Hospital and Trauma Centre of the UNIMEDTH complexes). Ambient noise was recorded. Total population sampling technique was used. Health education was given. Using the HearWHO App in mobile smartphone connected to ear piece, each participant’s ears were tested. Each ear was regarded as a separate entity. Otoscopy was done. Findings of hearWHO App were compared with Otoscopic findings. Data realized were documented and analyzed with SPSS -23. P value &lt; 0.05 was regarded statistically significant.

RESULTS: 175 individuals participated, giving 350 ears examined. There were abnormal HearWHO findings in 77.4% ears compared to abnormal Otological findings in 65.0% ears. Predominant otological disorder was Eustachian Tube Dysfunction. Association of HearWHO finding with location was statistically significant (P=0.014).

CONCLUSION AND RECOMMENDATION:
Hearing loss and otological disorders were detected. There was agreement between HearWHO normal findings and normal otological findings.
Based on challenges encountered, there is need to develop additional Apps or modify the HearWHO App to ensure Sustainable Developmental Goal -3 (SDG -3).
Thus, creating a better future today making impact with mobile technology.
Surface Composition of Centaurs: insights into the thermal evolution of TNOs
Authors: Licandro Javier , Pinilla-Alonso Noemi , Holler Bryan , De Prá Mario , Melita Mario , Feliciano Ana Carolina de Souza , Brunetto Rosario , Guilbert-Lepoutre Aurélie , Hénault Elsa , Lorenzi Vania , Stansberry John , Schambeau Charles , Harvison Brittany , Pendleton Yvonne , Cruikshank Dale , Müller Thomas , McClure Lucas , Emery Joshua , Peixinho Nuno , Bannister Michele , Wong Ian 
Published: December 2023

Abstract

This study examines the 0.6 - 5.3 μm reflectance spectra obtained with JWST/NIRSpec spectrograph of five24
Centaurs: 52872 Okyrhoe (1998 SG35), 32532 Thereus (2001 PT13), 136204 (2003 WL7), 250112 (20027825
KY14), and 310071 (2010 KR59). Our analysis uncovers two distinct compositional groups within the Centaur26
population: water-rich and carbon-rich objects, echoing findings in the trans-Neptunian object (TNO) population.27
Significant variations in spectral-class distribution suggest differing surface compositions, especially in their28
upper layers. Centaurs, when passing through the giant planet region and experiencing heightened temperatures,29
exhibit less icy and more refractory surfaces than TNOs due to volatile species sublimation. Spectral models30
indicate a high abundance of amorphous silicates, signifying a substantial presence of “primitive” (or cometary-31
like) dust rich in such silicates. Similar populations (comets, Jupiter Trojans, Main Belt Comets, and D-type32
Asteroids) with comparable initial compositions are expected to exhibit spectral traits evolving due to thermal33
effects.
Improving respectful maternity care through group antenatal care: findings from a cluster randomized controlled trial.
Authors: Lanyo Theresa Norpeli , Zielinski Ruth , Kukula Vida A. , Apetorgbor Veronica E.A. , Ghosh Bidisha , Lockhart Nancy A. , Lori Jody R. 
Published: December 2023

Abstract

Background: Disrespect and patient mistreatment are identified as barriers to care-seeking and low uptake of facility-based deliveries. These mitigating factors have led to slow progress in the achievement of maternal and child health targets, especially in Ghana. Group antenatal care, as an alternative to individual antenatal was implemented to explore the impact on outcomes, including mothers' perception of respectful care.
Methods:A cluster randomized controlled trial was conducted in 14 health facilities across four districts in the Easter Region of Ghana. These facilities were randomized to intervention or control using a matched pair. Data was collected at several timepoints: enrollment (Time 0), 34 weeks gestation to 3 weeks post-delivery (Time 1), 6 to 12 weeks post-delivery (Time 2), 5 to 8 months post-delivery (Time 3), and 11 to 14 months post-delivery (Time 4). Questions related to respectful care were asked at Time 2, while a focus group discussion (FGDs) was conducted as part of a process evaluation to examine participants' experiences about respectful maternity care.
Results: The findings from the intervention group indicate that participants perceived higher levels of respect in comparison to the control group. Privacy and confidentiality were maintained. They believed they had been provided with adequate information, education, and counseling, empowering them to make informed decisions. Participants perceived a shortened waiting time and reduced discrimination in care provision. Generally, there were higher levels of satisfaction with antenatal care.
Conclusion: The provision of respectful maternity care, which is essential to increasing healthcare utilization, has been demonstrated to correlate positively with group antenatal care.
Synthesis and investigation of optical properties and enhancement photocatalytic activity of TiO2 - SnO2 semiconductor for degradation of organic compounds
Authors: Sadik wagih , Eldemerdash AbdelGaffar , Nashed Adel William , Mostafa Amr , Lamie Elsayed 
Published: December 2023

Abstract

Industrial wastewater treatment using UV irradiation in combination with oxidants or catalysts (TiO2) has attracted attention as a promising substitute for conventional methods. Studying the preparation and characterization of TiO2-SnO2 nanocomposites with different ratios, as well as their use in the enhanced photocatalytic degradation of acid red 37 dye in aqueous solution under UV irradiation as a model pollutant, are the goals of the research. The crystalline structures of the prepared nanomaterials were confirmed by XRD and the surface morphology of the samples was studied by TEM. The elemental compositions of the catalysts were confirmed by EDAX. The optical properties of the powder samples were analyzed with UV-VIS spectroscopy and their band gaps were estimated. The photocatalytic degradation was investigated using several advanced oxidation techniques using a batch photoreactor. The TiO2-SnO2 (90:10) nanocomposite showed the best degradation efficiency.
Barriers and facilitators of integrated hepatitis B, C, and HIV screening among pregnant mothers and their newborns attending maternal and newborn clinics in Koboko District, Uganda: A qualitative inquiry of providers’ perspective
Authors: Alege John Bosco , Oyore John Paul , Nanyonga Rose Clarke , Musoke Philippa , Orago Alloys S.S 
Published: December 2023

Abstract

Background
HIV and HBV remain significant public health challenges characterized by high prevalence, morbidity, and mortality, especially among women of reproductive age in Uganda. However, both HIV and HBV patients are managed in separate clinics with separate staff even though they all receive ART. Patients with HBV do not receive routine counselling and education, and there are limited resources for laboratory investigation coupled with a high loss to follow-up. This study set out to “assess barriers and facilitators of integrated viral hepatitis B C and HIV care model to optimize screening uptake among mothers and newborns at health facilities in Koboko District, west Nile sub-region, Uganda”.
Methods
A cross-sectional grounded theory qualitative approach was employed in an institutional setting (HC IIIs). Data was audio recorded using a recording device during the key informant interviews and was transcribed after all interviews were conducted. Data was then analyzed using framework analysis.
Results
The following facilitated integration: High prevalence, and therefore burden of hepatitis B infection in West Nile region, team spirit by the health workers, reduced long waiting time, availability of medical products such as HBV and HCV test kits, integration of HBV and HIV into HMIS2 form and availability of support from implementing partners such as Infectious Dease Institute which offered mentorship and training on integration and support supervision.
Conclusion
Barriers to integration included; knowledge gap among health care workers, lack of transport for patients, language barriers during health education, inadequate human resources for health, stock-out of testing kits for HBV and HCV, lack of HMIS 2 column to capture HCV data, lack of funds to facilitate follow up of patients after referral for further investigation upon suspected cases of HBV and HCV. The study participants recommended; Promoting the integration of HBV, HCV, and HIV into routine health services; ensuring a constant supply of HBV, and HCV test kits to avoid stock-out; Engaging VHTs/Community health volunteers to support follow-up of patients and conducting health care workers performance reviews; addressing the issue of inadequate human resource; and finally dealing with misconceptions at community level about HBV and HCV diseases which hinder access to services.
Freshwater fishes residing in a coastal embayment are largely buffered from thermal upwelling events.
Authors: Cruz-Font Liset , Hlevca Bogdan , Wells Mathew G. , Doka Susan E. , Midwood Jonathan D. , Portiss Rick , Cooke Steven J. 
Published: December 2023

Abstract

Upwelling events are common in thermally stratified marine and freshwater systems and can lead to rapid changes in water temperature that presumably impact fishes. Here we examined the effect of rapid changes in water temperature (upwelling events) on the behaviour of two wild fish species from different thermal guilds: Northern Pike (Esox lucius), representing coolwater fishes, and Largemouth Bass (Micropterus nigricans), representing warmwater fishes. This study was conducted in Toronto Harbour, a coastal embayment on the north shore of Lake Ontario, which experiences frequent upwelling events during the summer. Acoustic transmitters implanted in fish were used to calculate detailed depth and temperature occupancy, while detailed water temperature information from logging stations was used to describe the thermal characteristics of the area. Observed changes in internal fish temperature were generally small. During upwelling events, behaviour was variable, but generally involved the occupancy of sheltered habitats and shallow depths, where the cooling effect of the upwelling was minimal. When vertical changes in depth were observed, small vertical movements to shallower depths were more typical for both species. Largemouth Bass were found within the first 2m of depth with small temperature variability, but Northern Pike showed larger variability in depth and temperature occupancy. Our study suggests that the fishes studied here were largely buffered from the effects of upwellings by selecting depths and regions that enable them to experience temperatures consistent with their thermal preferences. However, it is also possible that fish were selecting those thermally stable habitats for other reasons (e.g., food, physical habitat shelter).
Deep Learning Pipeline for Automated Cell Profiling from Cyclic Imaging
Authors: Landeros Christian , Oh Juhyun , Weissleder Ralph , Lee Hakho 
Published: December 2023

Abstract

Recent advances in microscopy allow scientists to generate vast amounts of biological data from a single biopsy sample. Cyclic fluorescence microscopy, in particular, enables multiple targets to be detected simultaneously. This, in turn, has deepened our understanding of tissue composition, cell-to-cell interactions, and cell signaling. Unfortunately, analysis of these datasets can be time-prohibitive due to the sheer volume of data. In this paper, we present CycloNET, a computational pipeline tailored for analyzing raw fluorescent images obtained through cyclic immunofluorescence. The automated pipeline pre-processes raw image files, quickly corrects for translation errors between imaging cycles, and leverages a pre-trained neural network to segment individual cells and generate single-cell molecular profiles. We applied CycloNET to a dataset of 22 human samples from head and neck squamous cell carcinoma patients and trained a neural network to segment immune cells. CycloNET efficiently processed a large-scale dataset (17 fields of view per cycle and 13 staining cycles per specimen) in 10 minutes, delivering insights at the single-cell resolution and facilitating the identification of rare immune cell clusters. We expect that this rapid pipeline will serve as a powerful tool to understand complex biological systems at the cellular level, with the potential to facilitate breakthroughs in areas such as developmental biology, disease pathology, and personalized medicine.
Gender-Related Issues Among Women Raising Children Based on Before and After Pandemic Comparisons: A Cross-Sectional Study
Authors: Nakaoka Sae , Kawasaki Hiromi , Yamasaki Satoko , Cui Zhengai , Murakami Mari , Mukaishima Sayo , Li Yuan 
Published: December 2023

Abstract

Background: Despite being embraced worldwide, gender equality has not been achieved in child care activities. Pandemics can negatively affect the health of women engaged in child-rearing. We surveyed women raising children before and after the pandemic. The purpose of this study was to identify the impacts on stress and fatigue levels of women through a comparison of surveys before and after the pandemic and obtain basic materials required for women to play an active role in society and to achieve gender equality.
Methods: In this cross-sectional study, women (n=150) with children aged 0–3 years were surveyed at a child-rearing support facility before and after the pandemic to determine their basic attributes, and identify situations where they experienced anger and fatigue during child-rearing.
Results: The number of women who worked or took childcare leave increased significantly after pandemic (p=0.025). There were no significant differences in stress and fatiguebefore and after the pandemic.A decreased number of women become angry when their children cluttered up the house (p=0.031) or gave them a difficult time going home (p=0.008) after pandemic.
Conclusions: Women’s stress and fatigue did not differ during the pandemic, as more women did not get angry about their children after the pandemic. Women raising children had racks of sleep and fatigue accumulation regardless of the pandemic. Rapidly solving the challenges faced by women in raising children will achieve gender equality.
A Novel Difficult-to-Segment Samples Focusing Network for Oral CBCT Image Segmentation
Authors: Hu Fengjun , Chen Zeyu , Wu Fan 
Published: December 2023

Abstract
Using deep learning technology to segment oral CBCT images for clinical diagnosis and treatment is one of the important research directions in the field of clinical dentistry. However, the blurred contour and the scale difference limit the segmentation accuracy of the crown edge and the root part of the current methods, making these regions become difficult-to-segment samples in the oral CBCT segmentation task. Aiming at the above problems, this paper proposed a Difficult-to-Segment Focus Network (DSFNet) for segmenting oral CBCT images. The network utilizes a Feature Capturing Module (FCM) to efficiently capture local and long-range features, enhancing the feature extraction performance. Additionally, a Multi-Scale Feature Fusion Module (MFFM) is employed to merge multiscale feature information. To further improve the loss ratio for difficult-to-segment samples, a hybrid loss function is proposed, combining Focal Loss and Dice Loss. By utilizing the hybrid loss function, DSFNet achieves 91.85% Dice Similarity Coefficient (DSC) and 0.216 mm Average Surface-to-Surface Distance (ASSD) performance in oral CBCT segmentation tasks. Experimental results show that the proposed method is superior to current dental CBCT image segmentation techniques and has real-world applicability.
Evaluation of bipolar fuzzy soft sets in decision-making with a new approach
Authors: ŞANLIBABA İbrahim 
Published: December 2023

Abstract
In this paper, firstly, bipolar fuzzy sets and their properties found in the literature are examined. The definition of interval-valued fuzzy sets is given. Then, the definition and applications of bipolar soft sets are made. The positive degree and negative degree of the corresponding property of bipolar fuzzy sets are given in the relevant explanations, and their importance is emphasized. Additionally, operations between the elements of bipolar fuzzy sets are mentioned. An entropy measure has been defined in bipolar fuzzy sets. A new approach has been introduced to the decision process in bipolar fuzzy soft sets and a different algorithm has been created. By following the algorithm, some analysis and detection are obtained. Entropy measures and parameter values are evaluated together and tabulated. Additionally, a real-life example is given; the new approach is applied by analyzing parameters and symptoms in survival and mortality values in the hospital environment. As a result, the best few choices are determined in the decision process with the given algorithm. Since the algorithm steps and application are practical, it is recommended as a method to be applied in many data groups.
Evaluating male sexual function and reproductive health during Omicron outbreak in China
Authors: Xiao Jiatong , Liu Bolong , Matsika Juliet , Wu Ronghua , Tang Zheng , Xu Hui , Dai Xiaowei , Xie Guoou , Liu Fabang , Dun Jingeng , Chen Jinbo , Zu Xiongbing , Guo Tao , Kuang Xiaogen 
Published: December 2023

Abstract
Background
There are currently no studies exploring omicron infection and male sexual function and semen quality. Our aim was to estimate changes in sexual function and semen quality in men recovering from infection since the Omicron pandemic started in China in late 2022.
Methods
We collected 1540 questionnaires and assessed male function before infection and acute phase after infection by using International Index of Erectile Function-5, Premature Ejaculation Diagnostic Tool, and Arizona Sexual Experience Scale. We also collected the before and after semen analysis results of 247 male patients.
Results
During the acute phase after infection, the proportion of erectile dysfunction was significantly higher than before infection, but ejaculatory function was not significantly altered; In addition, semen analysis showed significant difference in semen concentration, semen activity and PR a + b sperm forward movement after infection compared to pre-infection.
Conclusions
Omicron can affect erectile function as well as sexual experience in male patients in the acute phase. The risk factors for decreased sexual function due to Omicron included body temperature and anxiety during infection.
Trial registration:
The study was registered with ClinicalTrials.gov and approved by the Ethics Committee of Xiangya Medical College.
Modelling public social values of flood-prone land use using the GIS application SolVES
Authors: Zahidi Izni , Yau Mun Ee , Lechner Alex , Lourdes Karen 
Published: December 2023

Abstract
Social values of land use are often excluded when undertaking integrated flood management as they are harder to quantify. To fill this research gap, a geographic information system application called Social Values for Ecosystem Services was used to assess, map and quantify the perceived social values of flood-prone land use in Kuala Selangor, Malaysia. This approach was based on a non-monetary value index (VI) calculated from responses to a quantitative social survey on the public's attitude and preference towards flood management across different land uses. The study outcome is the geospatial representation of flood-prone land use with their social values, which local communities perceive as crucial for flood management. The VI was influenced by elevation and slope, with lower elevations and flatter slopes associated with higher values. Farmland is highly favoured by the local community for flood management, whereas oil palm and rubber plantations are opposed. Tourism received the highest monetary allocations from survey respondents, with the popular firefly park consistently associated with the highest social values. This practical framework contributes to integrated flood management in facilitating decision-makers to evaluate land-use trade-offs by considering their social values when prioritising flood mitigation measures or investments.
Molecular detection of waterborne pathogens in infants' drinking water and their relationship with water quality determinants in eastern Ethiopia: loop-mediated isothermal amplification (LAMP)-based study
Authors: Gebregziabher Samuel Mebrahtom , Yalew Alemayehu Worku , Sime Heven , Abera Adugna 
Published: December 2023

Abstract
Cryptosporidium, Shigella, toxin-producing Escherichia coli, and rotavirus were reported to be the most responsible for severe and fatal diarrhea among infants. This study aimed to investigate the presence of these pathogens in infants' drinking water samples and analyzing using water quality determinants in eastern Ethiopia. A molecular (LAMP)-based cross-sectional study design was employed. A total of 410 and 37 water samples were tested from infant point-of-use at household and corresponding water source, respectively, from June 2020 to May, 2021. Cryptosporidium, Shigella, toxin-producing E. coli, and rotavirus were detected in 28.5, 30.0, 26.3, and 32.2%, of water samples tested from infant point-of-use, respectively. About 13.2% of the water samples were positive for all (four) pathogens together. Cryptosporidium, Shigella, toxin-producing E. coli, and rotavirus were detected in 27.0, 32.4, 29.7, and 37.8%, of water samples tested from water sources, respectively. Positive significant correlation was observed between infant point-of-consumption and water sources from which it is drawn toward the presence of each targeted pathogen. Unimproved water source showed a strong significant association with the presence of Cryptosporidium, Shigella and toxin-producing E. coli. Therefore, efforts should be made in development of improved water sources, source protection safety and health education to caretakers of infants.