bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Boosting the performance of light-sheet microscopy via synchronous detection from the illumination and detection light path
Authors: Liu Guangcai , Jiang Tao , Li Xiangning , Deng Zhiyu , Wang Zihao , Gong Hui , Luo Qingming , Yang Xiaoquan 
Published: October 2023

The image quality of light-sheet microscopy degrades due to the system
misalignment or opacity of the sample. In this work, we proposed to
synchronously detect the fluorescence from both the illumination and
detection light path of axially swept light-sheet microscopy (SD-LSM)
to realize the full exploitation of the excited fluorescence. We
adopted spatially variable multi-view deconvolution to fuse images
from the detection and illumination objective of SD-LSM to improve the
resolution degradation caused by the nonlinearity of scanning devices.
We proposed the fusion of images from the detection and illumination
objective of SD-LSM based on background estimation to improve the
signal-to-background ratio (SBR). We separately demonstrated that the
spatial resolution and the SBR can be largely boosted by SD-LSM for
various biological samples, after the fusion of images from the
illumination and detection path. Compared with the images only from
the detection path, images from SD-LSM showed the axial resolution
recovery by up to 14.6 times when axial scanning devices work at high
speed with large nonlinearity, and SBR enhancement by up to 8.2 dB
when imaging a highly scattered sample. SD-LSM could boost the image
quality without any additional time consumption for image acquisition
or photon budget for the sample at a cost of a simple addition of a
camera in the illumination path, compared with conventional axially
swept light-sheet microscopy.
The Effect of Elevating the Supplemental Poverty Measure on Government Program Eligibility and Spending
Authors: Corinth Kevin 
Published: October 2023

Abstract
A recent National Academy of Sciences report recommends elevating the Supplemental Poverty Measure (SPM) to the “nation’s headline poverty statistic.” I project how making the SPM the official poverty measure would affect eligibility for government assistance programs whose eligibility thresholds are tied to the official poverty line. Making the SPM the official poverty measure would increase the poverty line for a family of four by 20 percent in 2024. The eligibility threshold for a family of four would consequentially increase by $8320 for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), $8512 for Medicaid adults, and by larger amounts for Medicare Part D Low Income Subsidies, the National School Lunch Program, and Affordable Care Act premium subsidies (once temporarily relaxed eligibility rules are restored in 2026). Effects on eligibility thresholds would grow over time because the SPM thresholds grow faster over time than the current official thresholds. As a result of the higher eligibility thresholds, I estimate that in 2024 SNAP would cover 2.0 million additional households with spending rising by $2.6 billion, and that Medicaid would cover 1.3 million additional recipients with spending rising by $5.6 billion.
Current Account Balances’ Divergence in the Euro Area: An Appraisal of the Underlying Forces
Authors: Faure Emmanuelle , Grekou Carl , Mignon Valérie 
Published: October 2023

Abstract
This paper revisits the crucial issue of current account imbalances and focuses on the determinants of their gaps between eurozone Member States. We conduct robust estimations of the current account balances for a panel of ten founding euro area economies and construct a measure that allows us to diagnose why some countries have started to diverge from the eurozone mean in the last two decades. Our findings show evidence of remaining differences in countries’ economic development, meaning that real macroeconomic convergence has failed in the zone. Price and cost competitiveness, as well as fiscal balances, have also participated in this growing macroeconomic divergence. Overall, while the European authorities cannot influence the part of the current account gaps due to demographic factors, the role of fiscal redistribution and investment at the euro area level could help achieve macroeconomic convergence and thus reduce current accounts’ divergence in the zone.
Antenatal ultrasound diagnosis of huge fetal hydrometrocolpos secondary to imperforate hymen and successful postnatal treatment: a case report
Authors: Bicha Mequanint Melesse , Workneh Zelalem Ayichew 
Published: October 2023

Abstract

Objectives
Hydrometrocolpos is a pelvic cystic mass representing the distension of the vagina and uterus due to obstructive congenital anomalies of the female causing accumulation of fluid secretions in the vagina and endometrial cavity. Prenatal diagnosis is uncommon and usually noticed during the adolescent period for failure to see menses with cyclic abdominal pain, abdominal mass, and local compressive symptoms. Late diagnosis after delivery of newborns with this condition results in poor outcomes from local compressive symptoms.

Case presentation
Here, we present a case diagnosed with congenital hydrometrocolpos at 39 weeks of gestation during routine third-trimester ultrasound scanning. The newborn was delivered vaginally and huge hydrometrocolpos secondary to imperforate hymen was diagnosed postnatally, and a hymenectomy was done and the newborn was discharged and improved from the hospital.

Conclusions
Although congenital hydrometrocolpos occurs rarely, it is also better to suspect prenatally in a female fetus with a cystic pelvic mass. Antenatal ultrasound diagnosis of this condition will help to make decisions early and to prevent further complications which might occur both intrauterine and after birth.
Studying pandemic effects and mitigation measures on management of construction projects: Najaf City as a case study
Authors: Alraie Ameer A. , Ali Kadhum Asaad M. , Kadhem Ali Abbas 
Published: October 2023

Abstract
The corona virus pandemic greatly affected Al-Najaf construction sector and its economy. This study ex-amines the impact of pandemic on the sector and assesses the mitigation measures used. A questionnaire was given to 66 construction industry experts, covering 38 variables related to contracts, finance, chain supply, risks, and safety. Results, analyzed using the relative importance index, ranked finance as the top priority, followed by safety, risk, and other factors. Operational aspects, supply chain, and contracts were of lesser concern. Key variables included safety concerns, contractor payment delays, risk management, communication, and health projects. Mitigation measures revealed the importance of management actions and health and safety initiatives. Financial and communication measures were significant, while environmental measures ranked lower. Vaccination and emergency loans were highly valued. Evaluation, communication strategy, and cash support were also important. In conclusion, this study underscores the significance of risk management and safety in mitigating the impact of pandemic on the construction sector. Updating Iraqi legal documentation, particularly for crisis management, is crucial. Adopting a modern management approach is necessary to overcome pandemic-related challenges. The study provides recommendations for further investigation, offering valuable insights for decision-makers and future research in the field.
Research on the center extraction algorithm of structured light fringe based on an improved gray gravity center method
Authors: Wang Jun , Wu Jingjing , Jiao Xiang , Ding Yue 
Published: October 2023

Abstract
In this study, we proposed a fast line-structured light stripe center extraction algorithm based on an improved barycenter algorithm to address the problem that the conventional strip center extraction algorithm cannot meet the requirements of a structured light 3D measurement system in terms of speed and accuracy. First, the algorithm performs pretreatment of the structured light image and obtains the approximate position of the stripe center through skeleton extraction. Next, the normal direction of each pixel on the skeleton is solved using the gray gradient method. Then, the weighted gray center of the gravity method is used to solve the stripe center coordinates along the normal direction. Finally, a smooth strip centerline is fitted using the least squares method. The experimental results show that the improved algorithm achieved significant improvement in speed, sub-pixel level accuracy, and a good structured light stripe center extraction effect, as well as the repeated measurement accuracy of the improved algorithm is within 0.01 mm, and the algorithm has good repeatability.
Improvement of predictive control algorithm based on fuzzy fractional order PID
Authors: Shi Rongzhen 
Published: October 2023

Abstract
The existing predictive control strategy has comprehensive prior knowledge of the controlled process, requires weak continuity of the search space for parameter optimization, and its application is limited to some extent. Therefore, improved research on the fuzzy fractional proportional integral differential (PID) predictive control algorithm is proposed. First, the control principle of PID predictive control equipment is proposed. According to this principle, the structure of the PID predictive control equipment adaptive fuzzy PID energy-saving controller is constructed. Through the PID energy-saving control parameter setting principle and fuzzy control rules, the adaptive fuzzy PID energy-saving control of PID predictive control equipment is realized. Finally, the fractional order PID predictive transfer function model is constructed to improve the predictive control algorithm based on PID optimization technology. The experimental results show that the accuracy and efficiency of the designed algorithm can get the best performance index, and its stability, overshoot, time, and control accuracy are basically unchanged. In the small area temperature control, the disturbance interference is small, the anti-disturbance ability is good, and it has strong robustness.
Broadcast speech recognition and control system based on Internet of Things sensors for smart cities
Authors: Qin Min , Kumar Ravi , Shabaz Mohammad , Agal Sanjay , Singh Pavitar Parkash , Ammini Anooja 
Published: October 2023

Abstract
With the wide popularization of Internet of Things (IoT) technology, the design and implementation of intelligent speech equipment have attracted more and more researchers’ attention. Speech recognition is one of the core technologies to control intelligent mechanical equipment. An industrial IoT sensor-based broadcast speech recognition and control system is presented to address the issue of integrating a broadcast speech recognition and control system with an IoT sensor for smart cities. In this work, a design approach for creating an intelligent voice control system for the Robot operating system (ROS) is provided. The speech recognition control program for the ROS is created using the Baidu intelligent voice software development kit, and the experiment is run on a particular robot platform. ROS makes use of communication modules to implement network connections between various system modules, mostly via topic-based asynchronous data transmission. A point-to-point network structure serves as the communication channel for the many operations that make up the ROS. The hardware component is mostly made up of the main controller’s motor driving module, a power module, a WiFi module, a Bluetooth module, a laser ranging module, etc. According to the experimental findings, the control system can identify the gathered sound signals, translate them into control instructions, and then direct the robot platform to carry out the necessary actions in accordance with the control instructions. Over 95% of speech is recognized. The control system has a high recognition rate and is simple to use, which is what most industrial controls require. It has significant implications for the advancement of control technology and may significantly increase production and life efficiency.
Functionalized SWCNTs@Ag–TiO2 nanocomposites induce ROS-mediated apoptosis and autophagy in liver cancer cells
Authors: Jabir Majid S. , Mohammed Mustafa K. A. , Albukhaty Salim , Ahmed Duha S. , Syed Asad , Elgorban Abdallah M. , Eswaramoorthy Rajalakshmanan , Al-kuraishy Hayder M. , Al-Gareeb Ali I. , Ghotekar Suresh , Jawad Sabrean F. , Najm Mazin A. A. 
Published: October 2023

Abstract
Hybrid nanomaterials with unique physiochemical properties have received a lot of attention, making them attractive for application in different fields like cancer treatment. This study was designed to investigate the combined effects of single-walled carbon nanotubes (SWCNTs) hybridized with silver titanium dioxide composite (SWCNTs@Ag–TiO2). Transmission electron microscopy and field emission scanning electron microscopy images demonstrated the accumulation of SWCNTs with Ag–TiO2 due to an increased main grain size with functionalization to 40 nm. The D and G bands in SWCNTs @Ag–TiO2 shifted to 1,366 and 1,534 cm−1, respectively. SWCNTs@Ag-TiO2 were assessed for their cytotoxicity and autophagy induction in liver cancer cells (Hep-G2) using the lactate dehydrogenase assay, MTT assay, and flow cytometry methods. The results showed that SWCNTs and SWCNTs@Ag–TiO2 exhibited strong anti-cancer activity in vitro against Hep-G2 cells by inducing apoptosis and autophagy in liver cancer cells via controlling the AKT and JNK mitogen-activated protein kinase pathways. The results show that SWCNTs and SWCNTs coated with silver/titanium dioxide (SWCNTs@Ag–TiO2) reduce the cells’ viability and proliferation. It was shown that an excessive amount of reactive oxygen species was a crucial mediator of both the cell death caused by SWCNTs and the cell death caused by SWCNTs combined with Ag–TiO2. Based on these findings, it appears that SWCNTs and SWCNTs@Ag–TiO2 have the potential to be developed as nanotherapeutics for the treatment of liver cancer cells.
Heat capacity of sodium and potassium hexafluorophosphate
Authors: Burkmann Konrad , Hansel Bastian , Habermann Franziska , Störr Bianca , Bertau Martin , Mertens Florian 
Published: October 2023

Abstract
The heat capacities of NaPF6 and KPF6 were measured in a broad temperature range using differential scanning calorimetry. The suitability of applying a modified Neumann Kopp rule to calculate the heat capacity of “PF6” was evaluated in order to obtain a general method to predict the heat capacities of other hexafluorophosphates.
Compaction Quality Control and Assurance of Silt Subgrade Using Roller-Integrated Compaction Monitoring Technology
Authors: Zhang Qinglong , Zhu Yanwen , Wu Chuping , Qiao Lan , Wu Huahai , Liu Ren , Guo Wang 
Published: October 2023

Abstract
The compaction quality is critical to the stability and durability of highway subgrades. Currently, there is a clear lack of research on the specific application effects of roller-integrated compaction monitoring (RICM) technology and RICM measurement values for silty soil, which are difficult to compact and have unique material properties. In addition, practical applications have shown that existing assessment methods based on geostatistical methods have many shortcomings that need to be addressed urgently. In this study, RICM technology was combined with a real-time kinematic Beidou positioning system to monitor the compaction of subgrades filled with two types of silt. First, field experiments were conducted, and the correlations between the RICM measurements, compaction parameters, and in situ measurements were analyzed. The compaction control value (CCV) was then selected by comparing with E to achieve a more reliable monitoring and assessment. Subsequently, different types of quality regression models were established to find a model that considers the advantages of accuracy and convenience, which was then used to estimate the compaction quality. Subsequently, a CCV- and Green spline interpolation-based method was proposed to calculate both the CCV and compaction quality and draw color-coded maps at any location. A case study demonstrated that CCV are highly correlated with the compaction parameters and the compactness and can serve as a reliable index for monitoring compaction quality owing to its strong stability and low dispersion. Taking moisture content into account can make the regression model more statistically significant and improve the correlation. The proposed assessment method effectively solves the problems of the existing method. A rapid and continuous assessment covering 100 % of the work area can be achieved using the proposed method to provide timely identification of quality defect areas and feedback improvement, thus realizing effective quality control and quality assurance of highway subgrades.
Kontemplacja — charakterystyka pojęcia w pismach polskich mistyków
Authors: Rutkowska Izabela 
Published: October 2023

Celem artykułu jest charakterystyka pojęcia kontemplacji, jaką proponują polscy mistycy żyjący między XIV a XX wiekiem. Materiałem badawczym jest Antologia mistyki polskiej pod redakcją Mariana Zawady OCD, której pierwszy tom obejmuje teksty mężczyzn, a drugi — kobiet. Z materiału wyekscerpowano wszystkie fragmenty zawierające analizowane pojęcie w celu określenia kontekstów, w jakich polscy mistycy używają tego słowa. Badanie skupiło się na zdaniach mających formę definicji. Zostało ono wzbogacone odniesieniami do definicji kontemplacji istniejącej w obecnej Encyklopedii katolickiej, jak i do tej, która znajduje się w słownikach języka polskiego. Badanie ukazało bogactwo treści teologicznych i piękno języka zawarte w tekstach polskich mistyków. Przekaz zapisany przez osoby doświadczające kontemplacji znacznie poszerza bowiem wiedzę czerpaną jedynie ze słowników. Badanie ukazało także ogromne oczytanie i obycie polskich mistyków — ich refleksje nie odbiegają od tekstów wielkich teologów i mistyków innych krajów i jak najbardziej zasługują na włączenie ich do współcześnie pisanych prac teologicznych.
More Than Hospitality: A Reflection on The Parish Ministry of Welcoming and Hospitality
Authors: Giffard Pierre-Alain 
Published: October 2023

This article explores the vital role and practice of hospitality and welcoming in parish ministry within a missionary setting. Despite its importance, hospitality is often poorly executed, particularly towards newcomers to the church. Visitors who enter a parish church may be ignored, no one speaks to them and their presence may even go completely unnoticed. This article examines the biblical and traditional understanding of hospitality as well as strategies employed by mission-minded and thriving churches to effectively practice it. Through theological reflection, we uncover overlooked and essential aspects of this ministry. Parish leaders and volunteers will find many practical and innovative ways to implement welcoming and hospitality in their parishes in an evangelical and missionary way.
Znaczenie wizji wprowadzającej (Ez 1, 4–28) dla posłannictwa Ezechiela (Ez 2, 1–7, 27)
Authors: Jasiński Andrzej S. 
Published: October 2023

W oparciu o rezultaty wcześniejszych badań nad użyciem form har i harm w tekście Ez 1, 4–28, w niniejszym artykule zostały przeprowadzone dalsze analizy. Dotyczą one znaczenia wizji wprowadzającej (Ez 1, 4–28) dla posłannictwa Ezechiela (Ez 2, 1–7, 27). Pierwsza wizja opisuje obecność chwały Jahwe pośród zesłańców w Babilonii. Tron chwały Jahwe został umieszczony na sklepieniu, które podtrzymują istoty żyjące, przemieszczające się na kołach — rydwanie. Ezechiel poznał, że zesłańcy nie zostali opuszczeni przez Jahwe. W następstwie wizji pojawia się audycja (Ez 2, 1–3, 15), podczas której następuje powołanie Ezechiela na proroka oraz wyznaczenie misji. Ezechiel został powołany do głoszenia orędzia Bożego ludowi buntowników (Ez 2, 3), którego treść została przekazana w zwoju księgi (Ez 2, 8–3, 3). Widzenie i audycja uzdolniły proroka do wykonywania czynności symbolicznych oraz do głoszenia orędzia zagłady Jerozolimy oraz całej ziemi Izraela (Ez 4, 1–7, 27). We wszystkich analizowanych partiach Księgi Ezechiela pojawiały się formy har i harm. Badania wykazały, że prorokowi zostały ukazane dwa przeciwstawne obrazy. Z jednej strony był to pozytywny obraz obecności chwały Jahwe (Ez 1, 4–28), a z drugiej obraz zbuntowanego ludu oraz upadku Jerozolimy i całej ziemi Izraela (Ez 2, 1–7, 27). Ten drugi obraz oznaczał kres istnienia Izraela z okresu królewskiego. Zadaniem proroka, jako stróża (Ez 3, 16–21), było przemawianie do ludu (zesłańców), z którego mała cząstka miała dać posłuch Bogu (Ez 5, 3). Ziemia Izraela zostanie jednak ukarana, nad którą zaciążył „zły los” (Ez 6–7).
Exploring Current Trends and Challenges in Cybersecurity: A Comprehensive Survey
Authors: Yamini B. , Radhakrishnan P. , Nalini M. , Maheswari B. , Shanmuganathan M. , R. Siva Subramanian 
Published: October 2023

Cyber security is the process of preventing unauthorized access, theft, damage, and interruption to computers, servers, networks, and data. It entails putting policies into place to guarantee the availability, confidentiality, and integrity of information and information systems. Cyber security seeks to protect against a variety of dangers, including as hacking, data breaches, malware infections, and other nefarious actions. Cyber security has grown to be a major worry as a result of the quick development of digital technology and the growing interconnection of our contemporary society. In order to gain insight into the constantly changing world of digital threats and the countermeasures put in place to address them, this survey seeks to study current trends and issues in the area of cyber security. The study includes responses from end users, business executives, IT administrators, and experts across a wide variety of businesses and sectors. The survey gives insight on important problems such the sorts of cyber threats encountered, the efficacy of current security solutions, future technology influencing cyber security, and the human elements leading to vulnerabilities via a thorough analysis of the replies. The most important conclusions include an evaluation of the most common cyber dangers, such as malware, phishing scams, ransom ware, and data breaches, as well as an investigation of the methods and tools used to counter these threats. The survey explores the significance of staff education and awareness in bolstering cyber security defenses and pinpoints opportunities for development in this area. The survey also sheds insight on how cutting-edge technologies like cloud computing, artificial intelligence, and the Internet of Things (IoT) are affecting cyber security practices. It analyses the advantages and disadvantages of using these technologies while taking into account issues like data privacy, infrastructure security, and the need for specialized skills. The survey also looks at the compliance environment, assessing how industry norms and regulatory frameworks affect cyber security procedures. The survey studies the obstacles organizations encounter in attaining compliance and assesses the degree of knowledge and commitment to these requirements. The results of this cyber security survey help to better understand the current status of cyber security and provide organizations and individual’s useful information for creating effective policies to protect digital assets. This study seeks to promote a proactive approach to cyber security, allowing stakeholders to stay ahead of threats and build a safe digital environment by identifying relevant trends and concerns.