bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
A rare and challenging case of intrapericardial hydatidosis
Authors: Caushi Fatmir , Hysa Emira , Skenduli Ilir , Lisha Lutfi , Hatibi Alban , Bica Loreta , Bala Silvana , Rulli Francesco 
Published: November 2023

Abstract
Background
Hydatid cysts are most frequently located in the liver and lungs and very rarely can be found in the pericardium. Diagnosis and treatment are quite challenging, as the disease can present itself in many forms depending to the location and the complications that it might cause.

Case presentation
A 22-year-old man presented to our hospital with ongoing dry cough for more than 1 month prior to admission. Other symptoms included chest pain, fatigue, low grade fever, and night sweats, which have worsened in the past 2 weeks. Physical examination revealed normal respiratory and heart function. Chest X-ray demonstrated mediastinal enlargement and left pleural effusion. Contrast-enhanced computed tomography images showed a walled cystic mass lesion measuring up to 56 × 50 mm in close proximity to the upper left atrium, ascending aorta and pulmonary artery, potentially localized in the pericardium, with a 10 mm endoatrial filling defect, findings were compatible with hydatid cyst, left pleural effusion and peripheral pulmonary upper left lobe consolidation. Cardiac involvement was excluded on magnetic resonance imaging and trans-esophageal ultrasound. The patient underwent fine needle aspiration of the affected lung and thoracocentesis. No malignancy was found, meanwhile the biopsy confirmed the presence of pulmonary infarction. In view of the imaging findings were highly suspicious of a hydatid cyst, we performed a test of antibody titers that was negative. The patient underwent left anterolateral thoracotomy, and after the opening of the pericardium, a cystic mass of 5 cm in diameter was found next to the left atrium and in close proximity with the left pulmonary veins. The content of the cyst was completely removed after the surgical area was isolated with gauze impregnated with hypertonic solution (NaCl 10%). The mass resulted to be an echinococcal cyst with multiple daughter cysts within it that did not penetrate/involve (perforate) the cardiac wall.

Conclusion
Pericardial echinococcosis is a very rare pathology in which a high expertise multidisciplinary approach is required. The compression mass effect caused by the cyst can lead to complications, such as in our case where the pulmonary vein was compressed, leading to pulmonary infarction. The value of radiology studies and transoesophageal ultrasound are very important in the diagnosis. Surgery in these cases is always recommended, but preferred surgical approach is questionable. In cases such as ours, we recommend anterolateral thoracotomy.
Mind the gap: reconciling tropical forest carbon flux estimates from earth observation and national reporting requires transparency
Authors: Heinrich Viola , House Jo , Gibbs David A. , Harris Nancy , Herold Martin , Grassi Giacomo , Cantinho Roberta , Rosan Thais M. , Zimbres Barbara , Shimbo Julia Z. , Melo Joana , Hales Tristram , Sitch Stephen , Aragão Luiz E. O. C. 
Published: November 2023

Abstract
Background
The application of different approaches calculating the anthropogenic carbon net flux from land, leads to estimates that vary considerably. One reason for these variations is the extent to which approaches consider forest land to be “managed” by humans, and thus contributing to the net anthropogenic flux. Global Earth Observation (EO) datasets characterising spatio-temporal changes in land cover and carbon stocks provide an independent and consistent approach to estimate forest carbon fluxes. These can be compared against results reported in National Greenhouse Gas Inventories (NGHGIs) to support accurate and timely measuring, reporting and verification (MRV). Using Brazil as a primary case study, with additional analysis in Indonesia and Malaysia, we compare a Global EO-based dataset of forest carbon fluxes to results reported in NGHGIs.

Results
Between 2001 and 2020, the EO-derived estimates of all forest-related emissions and removals indicate that Brazil was a net sink of carbon (− 0.2 GtCO2yr−1), while Brazil’s NGHGI reported a net carbon source (+ 0.8 GtCO2yr−1). After adjusting the EO estimate to use the Brazilian NGHGI definition of managed forest and other assumptions used in the inventory’s methodology, the EO net flux became a source of + 0.6 GtCO2yr−1, comparable to the NGHGI. Remaining discrepancies are due largely to differing carbon removal factors and forest types applied in the two datasets. In Indonesia, the EO and NGHGI net flux estimates were similar (+ 0.6 GtCO2 yr−1), but in Malaysia, they differed in both magnitude and sign (NGHGI: -0.2 GtCO2 yr−1; Global EO: + 0.2 GtCO2 yr−1). Spatially explicit datasets on forest types were not publicly available for analysis from either NGHGI, limiting the possibility of detailed adjustments.

Conclusions
By adjusting the EO dataset to improve comparability with carbon fluxes estimated for managed forests in the Brazilian NGHGI, initially diverging estimates were largely reconciled and remaining differences can be explained. Despite limited spatial data available for Indonesia and Malaysia, our comparison indicated specific aspects where differing approaches may explain divergence, including uncertainties and inaccuracies. Our study highlights the importance of enhanced transparency, as set out by the Paris Agreement, to enable alignment between different approaches for independent measuring and verification.
Synthesis, characterization, DNA binding interactions, DFT calculations, and Covid-19 molecular docking of novel bioactive copper(I) complexes developed via unexpected reduction of azo-hydrazo ligands
Authors: Elsayed Eman Hassan , Al-Wahaib Dhuha , Ali Ali El-Dissouky , Abd-El-Nabey Beshir A. , Elbadawy Hemmat A. 
Published: November 2023

AbstractIn this work, we focused on the 3rd goal of the sustainable development plan: achieving good health and supporting well-being. Two redox-active hydrazo ligands namely, phenylcarbonohydrazonoyldicyanide (PCHD) and pyridin-4-ylcarbonohydrazonoyl-dicyanide (PyCHD), and their copper(I) complexes have been synthesized and characterized. The analytical data indicates the formation of copper(I) complexes despite starting with copper(II) perchlorate salt. The 1H-NMR and UV–visible spectral studies in DMSO revealed that PyCHD mainly exists in its azo-form, while PCHD exists in azo ↔ hydrazo equilibrium form, and confirmed the copper(I) oxidation state. XPS, spectral and electrochemistry data indicated the existence of copper(I) valence of both complexes. Cyclic voltammetry of PCHD and its copper(I) complex supported the reduction power of the ligand. The antimicrobial activity, cytotoxicity against the mammalian breast carcinoma cell line (MCF7), and DNA interaction of the compounds are investigated. All compounds showed high antimicrobial, and cytotoxic activities, relative to the standard drugs. Upon studying the wheat DNA binding, PCHD and PyCHD were found to bind through external contacts, while both [Cu(PCHD)2]ClO4.H2O and [Cu(PyCHD)2]ClO4.H2O were intercalated binding. In-silico molecular docking simulations against Estrogen Receptor Alpha Ligand Binding Domain (ID: 6CBZ) were performed on all produced compounds and confirmed the invitro experimentally best anticancer activity of [Cu(PyCHD)2]ClO4.H2O. The molecular docking tests against SARS-CoV-2 main protease (ID: 6 WTT) showed promising activity in the order of total binding energy values: [Cu(PCHD)2]ClO4.H2O > [Cu(PyCHD)2]ClO4.H2O > PCHD > PyCHD.
De novo genome assembly of the invasive mosquito species Aedes japonicus and Aedes koreicus
Authors: Catapano Paolo L. , Falcinelli Monica , Damiani Claudia , Cappelli Alessia , Koukouli Despoina , Rossi Paolo , Ricci Irene , Napolioni Valerio , Favia Guido 
Published: November 2023

Abstract
Background
Recently, two invasive Aedes mosquito species, Ae. japonicus and Ae. koreicus, are circulating in several European countries posing potential health risks to humans and animals. Vector control is the main option to prevent mosquito-borne diseases, and an accurate genome sequence of these mosquitoes is essential to better understand their biology and to develop effective control strategies.

Methods
A de novo genome assembly of Ae. japonicus (Ajap1) and Ae. koreicus (Akor1) has been produced based on a hybrid approach that combines Oxford Nanopore long-read and Illumina short-read data. Their quality was ascertained using various metrics. Masking of repetitive elements, gene prediction and functional annotation was performed.

Results
Sequence analysis revealed a very high presence of repetitive DNA and, among others, thermal adaptation genes and insecticide-resistance genes. Through the RNA-seq analysis of larvae and adults of Ae. koreicus and Ae. japonicus exposed to different temperatures, we also identified genes showing a differential temperature-dependent activation.

Conclusions
The assembly of Akor1 and Ajap1 genomes constitutes the first updated collective knowledge of the genomes of both mosquito species, providing the possibility of understanding key mechanisms of their biology such as the ability to adapt to harsh climates and to develop insecticide-resistance mechanisms.

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Efficacy of ultrasound versus short wave diathermy in the treatment of chronic low back pain in patients with lumbar disk herniation: a prospective randomized control study
Authors: Ozen Selin , Guzel Sukran , Senlikci Huma Boluk , Cosar Sacide Nur Saracgil , Selcuk Ebru Selin 
Published: November 2023

Abstract
Background
Lumbar disk herniation (LDH) is a cause of chronic low back pain (CLBP) treated using physical therapy (PT), including exercise and physical modalities such as ultrasound (US) and short wave diathermy (SWD). Despite the use of US and SWD, there is inconclusive evidence on their efficacy. The aim of this study was to investigate the efficacy of US and SWD in the treatment of CLBP in patients with LDH.

Methods
A prospective randomized control clinical study. Individuals with radicular CLBP and LDH on magnetic resonance imaging, presenting to the Physical and Rehabilitation Medicine Department were randomized into 3 treatment groups. All participants received 10 sessions of hotpack, transcutaneous nerve stimulation (TENS) and therapeutic exercises. In addition, Group 1 received 10 sessions of therapeutic US (1 MHz, 1.5W/cm2, 10 min), Group 2 SWD (27.12 MHz, wavelength 11.06 m, induction technique, 20 min) to the lower back. Group 3 (control group) received hotpack, TENS and therapeutic exercises alone. Visual analogue scale (VAS) for LBP, Modified Oswestry Disability Index (MODI) and Short Form 36 (SF-36) were evaluated pre and post treatment and at one and three months follow up.

Results
In all groups, VAS for LBP and MODI improved with treatment and at the one and three month follow up (p < 0.001). In Groups 1 and 2, MODI scores continued to reduce at 1 and 3 months (p < 0.001 and p = 0.012 respectively). SF-36 physical, social function and pain parameters reduced in all groups (p < 0.05). Role limitation due to physical and emotional problems, emotional well-being, vitality and mental health improved in Groups 1 and 2 (p < 0.05).

Conclusions
Deep heating agents can be used as part of the physical therapy for CLBP in those with LDH with positive mid-term effects.

Trial registration
NCT03835182, 02/04/2019.
YoDe-Segmentation: automated noise-free retrieval of molecular structures from scientific publications
Authors: Zhou Chong , Liu Wei , Song Xiyue , Yang Mengling , Peng Xiaowang 
Published: November 2023

AbstractIn chemistry-related disciplines, a vast repository of molecular structural data has been documented in scientific publications but remains inaccessible to computational analyses owing to its non-machine-readable format. Optical chemical structure recognition (OCSR) addresses this gap by converting images of chemical molecular structures into a format accessible to computers and convenient for storage, paving the way for further analyses and studies on chemical information. A pivotal initial step in OCSR is automating the noise-free extraction of molecular descriptions from literature. Despite efforts utilising rule-based and deep learning approaches for the extraction process, the accuracy achieved to date is unsatisfactory. To address this issue, we introduce a deep learning model named YoDe-Segmentation in this study, engineered for the automated retrieval of molecular structures from scientific documents. This model operates via a three-stage process encompassing detection, mask generation, and calculation. Initially, it identifies and isolates molecular structures during the detection phase. Subsequently, mask maps are created based on these isolated structures in the mask generation stage. In the final calculation stage, refined and separated mask maps are combined with the isolated molecular structure images, resulting in the acquisition of pure molecular structures. Our model underwent rigorous testing using texts from multiple chemistry-centric journals, with the outcomes subjected to manual validation. The results revealed the superior performance of YoDe-Segmentation compared to alternative algorithms, documenting an average extraction efficiency of 97.62%. This outcome not only highlights the robustness and reliability of the model but also suggests its applicability on a broad scale.
Extending Snow’s algorithm for computations in the finite Weyl groups
Authors: Stekolshchik Rafael 
Published: November 2023

AbstractIn 1990, D. Snow proposed an effective algorithm for computing the orbits of finite Weyl groups. Snow’s algorithm is designed for computation of weights, W-orbits, and elements of the Weyl group. An extension of Snow’s algorithm is proposed, which allows to find pairs of mutually inverse elements together with the calculation of W-orbits in the same runtime cycle. This simplifies the calculation of conjugacy classes in the Weyl group. As an example, the complete list of elements of the Weyl group $W(D_{4})$
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obtained using the extended Snow’s algorithm. The elements of $W(D_{4})$
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are specified in two ways: as reduced expressions and as matrices of the faithful representation. Then we give a partition of this group into conjugacy classes with elements specified as reduced expressions. Various forms are given for representatives of the conjugacy classes of $W(D_{4})$
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: with Carter diagrams, with reduced expressions, and with signed cycle-types. In the Appendix, we provide an implementation of the algorithm in Python.
Effects of person-job fit on occupational commitment among kindergarten teachers: occupational well-being as mediator and perceived organizational support as moderator
Authors: Huang Weiwei , Zhang Shuyue , Li Hui 
Published: November 2023

Abstract
Introduction
The objective of this research was to investigate the effect of person-job fit on occupational commitment among Chinese kindergarten teachers, and to identify strategies for improving the occupational commitment of this professional group.

Methods
A survey was conducted among kindergarten teachers utilizing the Occupational Commitment Scale, Person-job Fit Scale, Occupational Well-being Scale, and Perceived Organizational Support Scale, resulting in the acquisition of 1539 valid data.

Results
A significant positive correlation was observed between person-job fit and occupational commitment, with occupational well-being serving as a partial mediator in this association. Additionally, the direct effect of person-job fit on occupational commitment was moderated by perceived organizational support. Specifically, a significant positive correlation between person-job fit and occupational commitment was evident when the scores of perceived organizational support were below 0.21, whereas a significant negative correlation was observed when the scores of perceived organizational support were above 1.67.

Conclusions
In order to enhance the degree of occupational commitment among kindergarten teachers, it is imperative to pay attention to their person-job fit, perceived organizational support, and occupational well-being.
Identification of historic building “genes” based on deep learning: a case study on Chinese baroque architecture in Harbin, China
Authors: Shao Long , Sun Jianqiao 
Published: November 2023

Abstract
The monitoring and protection of historic buildings require a highly professional team and material resources. Monitoring and protecting historical architectural features is an urgent issue. According to the theory of biological gene expression, genes are the fundamental units that control and express biological traits. Similarly, the “genes” of historical architecture are the basic units that control historic features. Identifying these historical architecture “genes” involves identifying the main factors that control the historic features. This process is important for monitoring and protecting the historic features. At present, qualitative subjectivity, difficult quantification, poor recognition accuracy, and low reasoning and recognition efficiency exist in the genetic identification of historic buildings. As an example, this article describes Chinese Baroque architecture in Harbin, China, and draws on the principles of biological gene recognition to reference methods of architectural gene recognition in cultural geography and architecture. Improved U-Net models, traditional U-Net models, FCN models, and EfficientNet models that incorporate channel attention mechanisms are used to identify historic building genes, obtaining the optimal intelligent recognition for historical architectural genes based on deep learning. This research shows that the accuracy of an improved U-Net model incorporating a channel attention mechanism is 69%, which is 4%, 7%, and 1% higher than those of the traditional U-Net, FCN, and EfficientNet, respectively. The F1 score of the improved U-Net model reaches 0.654, which is higher than the 0.619 of the traditional U-Net model, 0.645 of the EfficientNet model, and 0.501 of the FCN model. Therefore, the improved U-Net model is the optimal method for identifying historical architecture genes. This research can provide new tools and methods for identifying historical architectural genes.
The displacement of teeth and stress distribution on periodontal ligament under different upper incisors proclination with clear aligner in cases of extraction: a finite element study
Authors: Kang Fujia , Wu Yumiao , Cui Yuchen , Yuan Jiamin , Hu Zhiqiang , Zhu Xianchun 
Published: November 2023

Abstract
Objectives
To investigate the displacement of dentition and stress distribution on periodontal ligament (PDL) during retraction and intrusion of anterior teeth under different proclination of incisors using clear aligner (CA) in cases involving extraction of the first premolars.

Methods
Models were constructed, consisting of the maxilla, PDLs, CA and maxillary dentition without first premolars. These models were then imported to finite element analysis (FEA) software. The incisor proclination determined the division of the models into three groups: Small torque (ST) with U1-SN = 100°, Middle torque (MT) with U1-SN = 110°, and High torque (HT) with U1-SN = 120°. Following space closure, a 200 g intrusion force was applied at angles of 60°, 70°, 80°, and 90° to the occlusal plane, respectively.

Results
CA therapy caused lingual tipping and extrusion of incisors, mesial tipping and intrusion of canines, and mesial tipping of posterior teeth in each group. As the proclination of incisors increased, the incisors presented more extrusion and minor retraction, and the teeth from the canine to the second molar displayed an increased tendency of intrusion. The peak Von Mises equivalent stress (VMES) value successively decreased from the central incisor to the canine and from the second premolar to the second molar, and the VMES of the second molar was the lowest among the three groups. When the angle between the intrusion force and occlusal plane got larger, the incisors exhibited greater intrusion but minor retraction.

Conclusions
The "roller coaster effect" usually occurred in cases involving premolar extraction with CA, especially in patients with protruded incisors. The force closer to the vertical direction were more effective in achieving incisor intrusion. The stress on PDLs mainly concentrated on the cervix and apex of incisors during the retraction process, indicating a possibility of root resorption.
Optimized ventilation power to avoid VILI
Authors: Thornton Lauren T. , Marini John J. 
Published: November 2023

AbstractThe effort to minimize VILI risk must be multi-pronged. The need to adequately ventilate, a key determinant of hazardous power, is reduced by judicious permissive hypercapnia, reduction of innate oxygen demand, and by prone body positioning that promotes both efficient pulmonary gas exchange and homogenous distributions of local stress. Modifiable ventilator-related determinants of lung protection include reductions of tidal volume, plateau pressure, driving pressure, PEEP, inspiratory flow amplitude and profile (using longer inspiration to expiration ratios), and ventilation frequency. Underappreciated conditional cofactors of importance to modulate the impact of local specific power may include lower vascular pressures and blood flows. Employed together, these measures modulate ventilation power with the intent to avoid VILI while achieving clinically acceptable targets for pulmonary gas exchange.
Subjective perceptions of 8, 11 and 14°C chemotherapy liquid cooled gloves and socks
Authors: Roh Sang-Hyun , Baek Yoon Jeong , Lee Hye-Lin , Lee Do-Shin , Kang Chan Hyeok , Lee Joo-Young 
Published: November 2023

AbstractWe investigated the effects of peripheral cooling using chemotherapy gloves and socks at three cooling temperatures on subjective perceptions. The hands and feet were cooled with 8, 11, and 14°C by water-perfused gloves or socks. Nine females participated in six experimental conditions: hands or feet cooling at 8, 11, and 14°C. The heat was extracted at 3.8, 5.4, and 7.7 kJ·min1 via the gloves and at 4.1, 6.0, and 9.0 kJ·min-1 via the socks. While the results showed that overall subjective perceptions did not differ among the three temperatures (~ 9.0 kJ·min-1), there were significant differences in local thermal comfort, pain sensation, and pain discomfort among the three cooling temperatures (P < 0.05). When cooling the hands or feet at 8, 11 or 14°C, subjects felt ‘cold’ or ‘cool’, on average, at the end of 60-min cooling with no significant differences among the three temperatures, whereas subjects felt more uncomfortable at 8°C than 14°C for cooling either the hands or feet (P < 0.05). Subjects felt more pain at 8°C than 14°C cooling for both hands and feet. These results indicate that the 8°C cooling for 60 min might cause uncomfortable pain sensation, especially for cold-vulnerable individuals. We recommend 1) a cooling bout of less than 60 min, 2) a cooling temperature higher than 8oC when cooling the hands or feet, and 3) a higher temperature for the feet when the hands are simultaneously cooled. However, the present results on subjective perceptions should be interpreted with peripheral vasoconstriction of fingers and toes while cooling.