bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Psychometric Properties of The Thai Version of the Nurses’ Intention to Participate in Advance Care Planning Instrument
Authors: Pimsen Apiradee , Chung-Ying Lin  , Wirojratana Virapun , Shu Bih-Ching 
Published: September 2023

Advance care planning is an essential process in healthcare that necessitates active participation from all involved professionals, particularly nurses. However, in Thailand, nurse involvement in ACP is limited. Assessment of nurses’ intention to participate inadvance care planning is necessary to organize training courses to improve their participation in this critical event. However, there is no tool to evaluate Thai nurses’ intention to participate in Advance care planning. Thus, we selected the Health Professionals’ Experience and Attitudes Questionnaire on Advance Care Planning to culturally adapt and validate it in the Thai context. We achieved this through a five-step process: (1) standard translation procedures, including forward translation, reconciliation, and back-translation; (2) item refinement through an expert panel; (3) conducting content validity and cognitive interviews; and (4) confirmation of the first culturally adapted tool by the expert panel on the factors. The panel of experts suggested adding the knowledge dimension and changing the name to the Nurses’ Intention to Participate in Advance Care Planning and (5) The Thai version was tested for validity and reliability using confirmatory factor analysis, average variance extracted, and the Fornell–Larcker criteria matrix, Cronbach’s α, and composite reliability. The final version achieved from testing with 260 registered nurses from a teaching hospital in Bangkok is comprised of 20 items distributed across five key dimensions, namely ‘intention,’ ‘attitude,’ ‘subjective norm,’ ‘perceived behavioral control,’ and ‘knowledge,’ demonstrating an excellent model fit, strong composite reliability, and robust internal consistency. This newly adapted tool is a resource for policymakers and nurse educators designing targeted training courses to enhance nurses’ competency in advance care planning. However, before this tool is widely implemented, it would be beneficial to test it further across diverse groups of nursing professionals.
TYPE 2 DIABETES MELLITUS SCREENING: THE SAMPLE OF SİVAS
Authors: KARAHAN Seher 
Published: September 2023

ABSTRACT
Objective: The aim of the study is to screen for Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus (DM), to determine the risk of DM and to evaluate the factors affecting it.
Method: It is a descriptive study. The population of the research consisted of people over the age of 18 living in Sivas who were not diagnosed with diabetes. The sample of the research consisted of individuals over the age of 18 who did not have diabetes and participated in the event, which was organized as part of the 14 November 2022 “World Diabetes Day” event, which continued between 08.00-17.00. In order to reach the universe, a stand was set up in the city center in the square where the people are concentrated. Capillary blood glucose measurement, a questionnaire including height, weight, demographic characteristics and Finnish Diabetes Risk Questionnaire (FINDRISK) were applied to the patients. FINDRISK consists of 8 questions. It determines an individual's risk of developing diabetes in the next ten years. Results are shown as frequencies, mean±standard deviation. Pearson correlation analysis, Student-T test and One way ANOVA test were applied. P
O empoderamento feminino e as cadeias curtas: uma análise na Feira do Produtor Rural de Marechal Cândido Rondon/PR e espaços conexos
Authors: Hoffmann Glauci Aline , Gubert Flavia Piccinin Paz , Basso Dirceu 
Published: September 2023

As mulheres sempre foram subordinadas as vontades dos homens e tratadas como seres inferiores, tanto que, por muito anos, nem ao menos eram reconhecidas como sujeito de direitos. No entanto, após muitas lutas, o reconhecimento dos direitos das mulheres e da importância do trabalho destas vem ganhando força. Em relação a economia solidária, por sua vez, se destaca como nova forma de economia em razão de que envolve todos os sujeitos do processo, cuja efetividade pode aumentar quando utilizada em cadeias curtas de comercialização. A presente pesquisa objetivou analisar a participação das feirantes da Associação Feira de Marechal Cândido Rondon/PR na produção, na organização da família, na sua participação na feira e na comunidade geral. Assim, se analisa como a economia solidária praticada em cadeias curtas, pode contribuir para a diminuição das desigualdades entre homens e mulheres. A pesquisa realizou-se por meio de uma revisão bibliográfica, bem como com o levantamento de dados empíricos por meio de entrevistas semiestruturadas, com abordagem qualitativa. Os dados demonstraram que as mulheres feirantes participam integralmente do processo produtivo nas propriedades exploradas, ocupam e dividem espaços com os homens na produção, bem como na realização e administração da Feira de Produtores Rurais de Marechal Cândido Rondon/PR. Porém, no que diz respeito as tarefas domésticas, estas, ainda, são realizadas exclusivamente pelas mulheres. A pesquisa também demonstrou que as mulheres possuem grande preocupação com a qualidade dos produtos comercializados na feira, com o meio ambiente em geral e que realizam várias práticas de sustentabilidade. Assim, observa-se que a venda de produtos pelas famílias de agricultores familiares nas modalidades de comercialização nas cadeias curtas permite uma maior valorização das atividades das mulheres e respeito à estas. No entanto, ainda é preciso percorrer um longo caminho na busca pela igualdade entre homens e mulheres.
Examining Civic Education Learning and Assessment Strategies in Selected Secondary Schools in Zambia
Authors: Mainde Davy , Mtonga Dingase E. , Magasu Oliver , Mpolomoka Daniel L. 
Published: September 2023

Aims: This study explored learning and assessment of Civic Education from the pupils’ standpoint.
Study Design: Employed a qualitative research paradigm, in particular a descriptive research design.
Place and Duration: The study was conducted in selected rural secondary schools of Central, Lusaka and Southern provinces of Zambia, between April 2022 and April 2023.
Methodology: It targeted 300 learners from 30 secondary schools in Central, Lusaka and Southern provinces. Schools and participants were systematically selected. Data was collected using a questionnaire with open-ended questions, analysed descriptively and thematically.
Results: Findings show that teachers employ teacher-centered methods and neglect learner-centered methods which are ideal in teaching and learning Civic Education in schools. Findings also revealed that most learners like answering section A (multiple choice), followed by section B (one word or short phrased answers), with section C (essay writing) being the least. All participants contended that teachers could not prepare learners for section C during both formative and summative assessment.
Conclusion: The Examinations Council of Zambia (ECZ) should train all teachers of Civic Education as examiners so that they acquire knowledge, build and sharpen their assessment skills; and ECZ should consider including continuous assessment in Civic Education as part of grade 12 national examination to allow learners interact with the community through research projects when they are in grade 11.
Unlocking the Potential: Impact of Plant Growth Regulators on Hybrid Rice Growth, Grain Yield and Harvest Index
Authors: Shahi Shikha , Singh P. K. , Kushwaha S. P. , Singh O. P. , Pratap Mayank 
Published: September 2023

Aim: This research focused on rice, especially in Asia, and examined how plant growth regulators, including hormones and synthetic compounds, affect crucial plant processes. The findings strongly support the use of foliar Indole-3-Acetic Acid (IAA) application to enhance hybrid rice growth, grain yield, and harvest index, promising advancements in agriculture.
Study Design: Randomised Block Design with 11 treatments.
Place and Duration of Study: The study, conducted at the Student Instructional Farm of C. S. Azad University of Agriculture & Technology in Kanpur, aimed to investigate the impact of foliar application of plant growth regulators on rice growth and yield during 2021 and 2022.
Methodology: The experiment employed a rigorous randomized block design, testing various treatments involving the foliar application of IAA (25 & 50 ppm), IBA (25 & 50 ppm), NAA (25 & 50 ppm), Ascorbic Acid (50 & 100 ppm), and Kinetin (5 & 10 ppm). The profound effects of these different regulator concentrations were observed at key developmental stages, including tillering, anthesis, dough, and maturity.
Results: Significant improvements in growth parameters, such as leaf and stem dry weights per plant, along with total leaf area per plant, were evident with the application of IAA at 50 ppm. Moreover, a notable increase in grain yield per plant and harvest index was observed at maturity, primarily with the foliar spray of IAA at 50 ppm, followed closely by IAA at 25 ppm. This consistent trend was also observed in yield-related attributes.
Conclusion: The use of Indole-3-acetic acid (IAA) significantly impacted plant growth and yield, including leaf and stem dry weights, leaf area, grain yield, and harvest index, showing promise for enhancing hybrid rice production.
Sexual Dimorphism of Cerebral Aqueduct Dimensions Using Computerized Tomographic Scan in Sokoto North-Western Nigeria
Authors: Jibrin Danjuma Usman , Abubakar Bello 
Published: September 2023

Aim: This study aims to determine the sexual dimorphism of cerebral aqueduct dimensions using computerized tomographic scan in Sokoto North-western Nigeria
Study Design: Retrospective cross- sectional
Place and Duration of Study: Department of Anatomy Usmanu Danfodiyo University Sokoto and Department of Radiology Usmanu Danfodiyo University Teaching Hospital Sokoto, between January, 2020 and January, 2022.
Methodology: The images were analysed on a viewing monitor and the measurements were made using a computer software program Radiant DICOM Viewer version 4.0. The anterior-posterior diameter of the cerebral aqueduct was measured as the distance between the posterior end of the third ventricle to the upper part of the fourth ventricle in sagittal plane. While, the transverse diameter was measured as the distance between the lateral margins of the aqueduct at the midpoint of the anterior posterior diameter in sagittal plane.
Results: The range of anterior posterior diameter of aqueduct observed in males was 24.25mm to1.64mm and 24.3mm to32.27mmin females. While the range of width of the aqueduct was 2.18mm to 3.79mm in males and 2.16mm to 3.51mm in females. The largest length 32.32mm of the aqueduct was observed in the age group 51-60years for and 32.27mm in females seen in the age group 51-60 and 61-70years.
Conclusion: The anterior-posterior and transverse diameter of the cerebral aqueduct shows no sexual dimorphism and changes slightly in the first decade of life, but thereafter, there is progressively increase in the cerebral aqueduct diameters with advancing age.
Children’s Attitude and Preferences of Paediatric Dentist’s Attire and Dental Clinic Set up in Paediatric Dental Practice
Authors: Patil Rucha Bhise , Kodical Sanjana , Joshi Amil , Nampalle Apurva , Sanghavi Miloni 
Published: September 2023

Background: The biggest issue for any paediatric dentist, despite the many advancements in the field of paediatric dentistry, is to reduce patient anxiety associated with dental visits and encourage them to accept the necessary care. In order to establish a good relationship with the child, the dentist's presentation is crucial.
Aim: To assess the children’s perception and preference towards the dentist’s appearance, dental clinic set-up.
Materials and Methods: A questionnaire designed to evaluate children’s attitudes and preferences towards dentists was distributed in public schools and was completed by 1012 children (459 males, 553 females) aged between 7–13 years. Data collected was entered into a computer and analyzed using SPSS software. Descriptive and inferential analysis was carried out.
Results: For about 526 children (52%) it was their first visit while 486 children (48%) had been to the dentist before. Children’s preferred attire for receptionists was casual clothes (50.2%) while for the dentist, most of them (42.7%) preferred scrubs. Most (69.1%) of the children were not scared with the use of PPE kit.
Conclusion: The findings of this study can assist dentists in determining what to wear when working with kids to lessen their anxiety and enhance healthcare delivery.
Co‐design of a citizen science study: Unlocking the potential of eDNA for volunteer freshwater monitoring
Authors: Clarke Stewart J. , Long Emily , Biggs Jeremy , Bruce Kat , Weatherby Anita , Harper Lynsey R. , Hails Rosemary S. 
Published: September 2023

Abstract

Citizen science is increasingly being promoted as a means of gathering more data to help inform the management of ecosystems. Involving the participants in the design of data collection activities is a form of co‐design often proposed by those calling for a translational ecology.

In addition, novel monitoring approaches have the potential to improve the quality of data collected by citizen scientists. We explored the potential of environmental DNA (eDNA) for vertebrate (mainly fish) species monitoring through a co‐designed catchment monitoring strategy.

Having been introduced to the potential of eDNA, citizen scientists designed and executed an eDNA‐based survey of a small chalk stream catchment to explore questions of concern.

The eDNA survey provided data about fish and other vertebrate diversity in the catchment which would have otherwise required sampling approaches difficult for citizen scientists. These data give a preliminary answer to some of the citizen scientists' priority questions and are comparable to fish data collected through traditional electrofishing surveys.

Recommendations are offered for co‐design and the use of novel research techniques by citizen scientists.
Miltoncostaeaceae
Authors: Albuquerque Luciana , Egas Conceição 
Published: September 2023

Abstract

Mil.ton.cos.tae.a.ce'ae. N.L. fem. n.
Miltoncostaea
, type genus of the family; L. fem. pl. n. suff.–
eaceae
, ending to denote family; N.L. fem. pl. n.
Miltoncostaeaceae
, the
Miltoncostaea
family.

Actinomycetota / Thermoleophilia / Miltoncostaeales / Miltoncostaeaceae

The family
Miltoncostaeaceae
is a member of the order
Miltoncostaeales
. This family accommodates one genus,
Miltoncostaea
, composed of two validly published species named
Miltoncostaea marina
and
Miltoncostaea oceani
. Cells stain Gram‐negative and form rod‐shaped cells. Endospores are not observed. The members of this family are mesophilic and slightly halophilic. Strictly aerobic and chemoorganotrophic. The peptidoglycan contains
meso
‐diaminopimelic acid (
meso
‐Dpm) as diagnostic diamino acid and is of type A1γ'. The major respiratory quinone is menaquinone 7 (MK‐7). The polar lipid profile comprises phosphatidylglycerol (PG), unidentified phospholipids (PLs), and unidentified phosphoglycolipids (PGLs). Fatty acids are predominantly straight‐chain; branched fatty acids are also present. Isolated from marine sediments.

DNA G + C content (mol%)
: 74.8–76.1 (genome).

Type genus
:
Miltoncostaea
Li et al. 2021, VL202.
Paeniclostridium
Authors: Anusha Rai , Jagadeshwari Uppada , Sasikala Chintalapati , Ramana Chintalapati Venkata 
Published: September 2023

Abstract

Pae.ni.clos.trid'i.um L. adv.
paene,
almost; N.L. neut. dim. n.
Clostridium,
a bacterial genus; N.L. neut. dim. n.
Paeniclostridium,
almost a
Clostridium
.

Bacillota / Clostridia / Clostridiales / Peptostreptococcaceae / Paeniclostridium

Gram‐stain‐positive and rod‐shaped. Cells are motile by peritrichous flagella and multiply by binary fission. Strains produce endospores. Obligate anaerobes and prefer mesophilic conditions for growth. Catalase and oxidase negative. Meat and casein are digested. Lipase and indole test positive. Gelatin hydrolysis varies. Produces H
2
and lecithinase. Members grow chemoorganoheterotrophically on a number of organic substrates. NaCl and growth factors are not necessary for growth. Strains are widely distributed and have been isolated from soil, marine sediment, human feces, and clinical specimens (soft tissue, lesions, and wounds). Many of the strains of
Paeniclostridium sordellii
are nonpathogenic, but some virulent strains can cause rare and fatal infections in humans. Peptidoglycan predominantly contains meso‐diaminopimelate (DAP). Major fatty acids are C
12
–C
18
, branched and unbranched fatty acids with minor amounts of C
19:0
cycloω8
c
fatty acid. Members contain diphosophatidylglycerol, phosphatidylglycerol, phosphatidylcholine, phosphatidylethanolamine, phosphatidylinositol, and two unidentified amino lipids as major polar lipids. Phylogenetically a member of the family
Peptostreptococcaceae
.

DNA G + C content (mol%)
: 26–27 (
T
m
).

Type species
:
Paeniclostridium ghonii
Sasi Jyothsna et al. 2016
VP
(basonym:
Clostridium ghonii
Prévot 1938
AL
).
Calidithermus
Authors: Albuquerque Luciana , Egas Conceição 
Published: September 2023

Abstract

Ca.li.di.ther'mus. L. masc. adj.
calidus
, warm; Gr. masc. n.
Thermus
, a bacterial genus; N.L. masc. n.
Calidithermus
, a lukewarm
Thermus
.

Deinococcota / Deinococci / Thermales / Thermaceae / Calidithermus

The genus
Calidithermus
comprises four validly named species,
Calidithermus chliarophilus
,
Calidithermus roseus
,
Calidithermus terrae
, and
Calidithermus timidus
. These organisms form nonmotile rod‐shaped cells capable of forming lengthy filaments. Cells stain Gram‐negative and endospores are not observed. Colonies are yellow‐pigmented. The species of the genus
Calidithermus
are strictly aerobic and slightly thermophilic with optimum growth temperatures of 50–60°C. Growth is aerobic with a strictly respiratory type of metabolism, but all strains reduce nitrate to nitrite by nitrate reductase. Most strains also possess a
nir
K gene that codes for nitrite reductase. All strains possess the gene coding for lactate dehydrogenase. Possess cytochrome
c
oxidase and are catalase variable. The organisms are chemoorganotrophic. Growth factors are necessary for growth in minimal medium. Carbohydrates, amino acids, organic acids, and polyols are used as sole carbon and energy sources. The only respiratory quinone of this genus is menaquinone 8 (MK‐8). The polar lipid profile includes one major phospholipid (PL‐2) and two glycolipid variants (GL‐1a and GL‐1b). Major fatty acids are primarily iso‐ and anteiso‐branched; 2‐hydroxy and 3‐hydroxy fatty acids are also present. Found in hydrothermal areas.

DNA G + C content (mol%)
: 65.3–69.5 (genome).

Type species
:
Calidithermus chliarophilus
Raposo et al. 2019
VP
.
Tichowtungia
Authors: Mu Da‐Shuai , Du Zong‐Jun 
Published: September 2023

Abstract

Ti.chow.tung'i.a. N.L. fem. n.
Tichowtungia
, named in honor of Ti‐Chow Tung or Di‐Zhou Tong (1902–1979), a prestigious Chinese biologist and educator, main founder of Chinese experimental embryology and pioneer in bioscience research in the twentieth century.

Verrucomicrobiota / Tichowtungiia / Tichowtungiales / Tichowtungiaceae / Tichowtungia

Kiritimatiellia
is a widespread and ecologically important group in various anoxic environments. However, the portion of culturable bacteria within this taxon is quite low and, in fact, there are only a few currently described genera.
Tichowtungia
represents one of the few genera cultured from this group. It is an anaerobic, nonmotile, coccoid, Gram‐stain‐negative bacterium isolated from surface marine sediment. Cells grow poorly under low oxygen conditions.

Respiratory lipoquinones are not formed during anaerobic cultivation conditions. The major cellular fatty acids are C
18:0
, iso‐C
12:0
, iso‐C
16:0
, and iso‐C
18:0
. The major polar lipids include diphosphatidylglycerol and phosphatidylglycerol. The 16S rRNA gene sequence of the type strain has very low 16S rRNA gene sequence similarity to the type strains of its closest relatives,
Kiritimatiella glycovorans
L21‐Fru‐AB
T
(84.9%) and
Pontiella sulfatiregulans
F21
T
(89%).

DNA G + C content (mol%)
: 53.1.

Type species
:
Tichowtungia aerotolerans
Mu et al. 2020
VP
.
Interface Engineering Regulation by Improving Self‐Decomposition of Lithium Salt‐Type Additive using Ultrasound
Authors: Li Shiyou , Li Jingni , Wang Peng , Ding Hao , Zhou Junfei , Li Chengyu , Cui Xiaoling 
Published: September 2023

AbstractLithium salt‐type additives have triggered widespread concern because of their excellent film‐forming properties to construct a solid electrolyte interphase (SEI) with high stability and low impedance. However, little attention has been paid to enhancing the utilization efficiency of the expensive lithium salt‐type additives. Herein, the main factor limiting the decomposition of lithium difluoro bis(oxalate) phosphate (LiDFBOP) during the initial SEI formation is clarified. Combining the electrochemical analysis results and quantum chemistry calculations, it is inferred that LiDFBOP preferentially decomposes and generates soluble products accumulating on the graphite surface due to diffusion control kinetics. The excessive aggregation of these products on the electrode inhibits the subsequent continuous decomposition of LiDFBOP. An ultrasound auxiliary method is developed to accelerate the soluble product diffusion and promote the reduction decomposition of LiDFBOP increasing the inorganics content of Li2C2O4 and LiF in the formed SEI. Accordingly, the cell performance is greatly improved compared with that without ultrasound: Li/graphite cells with ultrasound can retain 60.60% of initial capacity after 500 cycles at 1C. This work not only pioneers the study of improving the utilization efficiency of additives contributing to reducing the electrolytes cost but also has direct guiding significance in the targeted regulation of interface properties.
Exacerbated High‐Temperature Calendar Aging of SiOx‐Graphite Electrode Induced by Interparticle Lithium Crosstalk
Authors: Zhang Yu , Wang Wen‐Peng , Zhao Yao , Zhang Xing , Guo Hua , Gao Hongcai , Xu Di‐Xin , Zhao Yu‐Ming , Li Ge , Liang Jia‐Yan , Xin Sen , Guo Yu‐Guo 
Published: September 2023

AbstractSilicon oxide‐graphite (SiOx‐G) composites are promising anode materials for building practical high‐energy Li‐ion batteries. To acquire long and safe operation of battery, extensive efforts are made to maintain stable Li storage of SiOx‐G against materials aging and the accompanied performance fade. While previous studies mostly focus on the cycling aging, the calendar aging occurred during battery storage at a high state of charge or high temperature has not received sufficient attention. In this work, a mechanism study on the calendar aging chemistry of fully lithiated SiOx‐G electrodes in half‐cells both at ambient and high temperature (60 °C) is performed. Unmodified SiOx is employed as active materials to inspect the change of thermodynamics properties in the bulk and at interfaces. By excluding the interference from cathode, it is revealed that besides aggravated parasitic reactions happening at interface, Li migration from the lithiated graphite to the vicinal SiOx particles is also responsible for calendar aging of SiOx‐G electrodes, and high‐temperature storage notably accelerates the aging process. This work enriches the fundamental understandings about the multifactor‐coupled aging process of anode materials and sheds lights on rational materials design toward improved calendar life of a high‐energy rechargeable battery.