bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
System failure: Systemic inflammation following spinal cord injury
Authors: DiSabato Damon J. , Marion Christina M. , Mifflin Katherine A. , Alfredo Anthony N. , Rodgers Kyleigh A. , Kigerl Kristina A. , Popovich Phillip G. , McTigue Dana M. 
Published: October 2023

AbstractSpinal cord injury (SCI) affects hundreds of thousands of people in the United States, and while some effects of the injury are broadly recognized (deficits to locomotion, fine motor control, and quality of life), the systemic consequences of SCI are less well‐known. The spinal cord regulates systemic immunological and visceral functions; this control is often disrupted by the injury, resulting in viscera including the gut, spleen, liver, bone marrow, and kidneys experiencing local tissue inflammation and physiological dysfunction. The extent of pathology depends on the injury level, severity, and time post‐injury. In this review, we describe immunological and metabolic consequences of SCI across several organs. Since infection and metabolic disorders are primary reasons for reduced lifespan after SCI, it is imperative that research continues to focus on these deleterious aspects of SCI to improve life span and quality of life for individuals with SCI.
Structuring of 2‐oleodipalmitin at the air interface from all‐atom, united‐atom, and coarse‐grained molecular dynamics simulations
Authors: Kindlein Moritz , Elts Ekaterina , Horlacher Peter , Briesen Heiko , Koch Tobias 
Published: October 2023

AbstractThis study employs classical molecular dynamics (MD) simulations to investigate the behavior of 1,3‐dipalmitoyl‐2‐oleoyl glycerol (POP), a typical triglyceride found in food at the air interface. The investigation utilizes three force fields (FF) with varying levels of detail, including all‐atom, united‐atom, and coarse‐grained simulations, to elucidate the structural evolution of POP at the air interface. The results confirm that the structuring processes observed in nonfood triglyceride systems also occur in POP. Aliphatic chains orient toward the air phase, while glycerol backbones face the inner triglyceride phase. Additionally, the study observes the formation of clusters of glycerol head groups at the interface, and the choice of the FF significantly affects the simulated morphological structure. The Berger FF exhibits the most substantial structuring effects after 200 ns of simulation, followed by the General AMBER FF, while the Martini FF shows the weakest effects. Number density plots of aliphatic chains and glycerol backbones at different temperatures monitor the evolution of structuring effects over time and determine the approach toward equilibrium conditions. The temperatures investigated include the solid state of POP at ambient temperature (293 K), the liquid state at human body temperature (310 K), and a typical processing temperature of the chocolate conching process (333 K).Practical Applications: Tailored molecular design of interfaces according to their purpose in food.
To conceal or reveal: Identity‐conscious diversity ideologies facilitate sexual minority identity disclosure
Authors: Kirby Teri A. , Barreto Manuela , Korine Raphael , Hendy James , Osman Laura , Stadie Sophie , Tan Darren 
Published: October 2023

AbstractSexual minorities continue to face workplace discrimination, which leads to them experiencing concerns about disclosing their own sexual identities. Despite the benefits of disclosure, relatively little research has examined what organizational factors can work together to foster disclosure of a sexual minority identity. Across five experiments (N = 1662), we examined two main factors: diversity ideologies and information about diversity climate. Sexual minorities were more willing to disclose in organizations with diversity messages conveying that they value group differences (an identity‐conscious ideology) relative to those that downplay differences (an identity‐blind ideology). Identity‐conscious ideologies also increased belonging, perceptions of fair treatment and perceptions of LGBTQ+ representation. Despite expectations that contradictory evidence demonstrating a negative diversity climate might create mistrust and impede disclosure, the benefits of an identity‐conscious ideology persisted in the face of a negative diversity climate. These findings point to the complexities of facilitating visible sexual minority representation in many workplace environments.
Examining change in social dominance and authoritarianism during New Zealand's nationwide COVID‐19 lockdown
Authors: Zubielevitch Elena , Sibley Chris G. , Osborne Danny 
Published: October 2023

AbstractWe investigated mean‐level changes in social dominance orientation (SDO) and right‐wing authoritarianism (RWA) during (vs before) New Zealand's nationwide coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID‐19) lockdown at a time when New Zealand was led by a left‐leaning government. The number of participants in the study ranged from (Ns = 25,065–24,653). Using propensity score matching to approximate experimental conditions, results show that both ideological motivations decreased slightly during the lockdown but rebounded after restrictions were removed several months later. We also tested whether the lockdown differentially moderated the associations SDO and RWA had with institutional attitudes. Lockdown conditions exacerbated the negative association between SDO and government satistfaction but attenuated the negative association between RWA and government satisfaction. Similar patterns emerged for trust in police and politicians but not trust in science. Although SDO and RWA fluctuated in similar directions during New Zealand's nationwide lockdown, our results indicate that people high in RWA may become more supportive of the government and police under such conditions—even in countries with a left‐leaning political leader helming the pandemic response.
Life cycle safety issues of lithium metal batteries: A perspective
Authors: Yang Shi‐Jie , Jiang Feng‐Ni , Hu Jiang‐Kui , Yuan Hong , Cheng Xin‐Bing , Kaskel Stefan , Zhang Qiang , Huang Jia‐Qi 
Published: October 2023

AbstractThe rising lithium metal batteries (LMBs) demonstrate a huge potential for improving the utilization duration of energy storage devices due to high theoretical energy density. Benefiting from the designs in the electrolyte, interface, and lithium host, several attempts have been made in the commercial application of LMBs. However, the application of lithium anode introduces additional safety risks and potential catastrophic accidents due to the high activity of lithium metal and dendrite during the electrochemical cycles. A comprehensive understanding of challenges and design issues on the safety hazards of LMBs in life cycle management is imperative for safe and commercial applications of LMBs. This paper first reviews emerging key safety issues and promising corresponding enhancements of LMBs during their production, utilization, and recycling. The wet air instability of lithium metal anode and gas production during activation have undoubtedly become the most intractable problems in LMBs production. It is necessary to use spraying technology to build a good protection layer upon lithium metal anode. Then, the growth of lithium dendrites poses a higher challenge to the utilization of LMBs, which requires the design of better electrolyte, anode skeleton, and other strategies as well as the prediction of LMBs life through big data and other methods. As for LMBs recovery, it is of great significance to choose the solvent to effectively control the consumption rate and temperature of highly reactive lithium metal powder. At last, further appeals and improvements are proposed for inspiring more related research to push forward the commercial use of LMBs.
Computing the stress intensity factor range for fatigue crack growth testing at 20 kHz
Authors: Sadek Mohamed , Bergström Jens , Hallbäck Nils 
Published: October 2023

AbstractInertia and damping influence the values of the stress intensity factors (SIFs) at high‐frequency loading and they must be included in computations. In the present study, different dynamic simulation procedures were carried out for two types of specimen geometries and the achieved SIF values were compared. Fast computation procedures such as harmonic modal analysis and direct steady‐state analysis were compared to the computationally expensive transient dynamic analysis. Two different methods for calculating the SIF, the J‐integral and the crack tip opening displacement (CTOD) methods, were applied and compared and the results showed a near perfect agreement in calculation of the mode I SIF. The Rayleigh damping model was introduced into the dynamic computation to investigate its effect and the results revealed a clear effect on the SIF at 20 kHz frequency. The fast direct steady‐state analysis showed good agreement to both harmonic modal and transient analysis with the different damping values used and is, after this study, the recommended procedure.
Experimental and 3D numerical analysis of the impact of a tower shape on the performances of a solar chimney power plant
Authors: Djimli Samir , Boukelia Taqiy Eddine , Chaker Abla , Ghellab Amel 
Published: October 2023

AbstractThis article presents both numerical and experimental analyses investigating the impact of tower shape on the performance of a solar chimney power plant (SCPP). The study explores several cases through experiments and computational fluid dynamics (CFD) modeling. Specifically, variations in the tower's outlet section and overall shape were examined under different solar radiation conditions. The shape of the tower was found to have a significant influence on various performance parameters of the studied SCPP. These include the mass flow rate, velocity, temperature rise in the collector, pressure in the tower, as well as power production, and overall efficiency. The obtained results indicate that when the tower's outlet section is twice the size of the inlet section, all of these parameters experience substantial improvements. For a configuration similar to that of the Manzanares prototype, the generated power increased from 50 to 56 kW, representing an enhancement of about 12%. The findings underscore the importance of considering the tower shape when designing SCPPs. Optimizing the tower's geometry can lead to significant improvements in key performance metrics, resulting in enhanced power generation and overall efficiency.
Improvement of the photovoltaic panel cooling by natural air ventilation
Authors: Lebbi Mohamed , Boutina Lyes , Hassani Samir , Touafek Khaled , Khelifa Abdelkrim , Kherrour Sofiane , Benchatti Ahmed 
Published: October 2023

AbstractThe operating temperature increase in solar photovoltaic modules is a major problem, which affects their performance negatively. This numerical study introduces the effect of natural convection air‐cooling on the performance a novel hybrid photovoltaic/thermal collector. The standard k‐ε turbulence model is implemented for describing the turbulent natural convection. For improving the heat transfer rate of a novel photovoltaic/thermal collector system (PV/T), a sloped entrance channel (SEC) and an aluminum flat plate (AFP) were installed. The effects of SEC geometry parameters, the number of AFP and their distance to the photovoltaic module (PV) on the average Nusselt number are investigated. In addition, the effect of the PV/T system tilt angle and Rayleigh number on the thermo‐hydrodynamic flow behavior has been discussed. The results indicated that the heat transfer rate of the new hybrid PV/T system was improved by up to 20%, compared to the reference case without an aluminum flat plate. In addition, increasing the tilt angle of the PV/T system boosts airflow velocity, particularly for high Rayleigh number values (with and without AFP). Furthermore, several correlations, as functions of Rayleigh numbers and inlet channel dimensions, have been developed to predict the average Nusselt number.
Evaluating investment risks in overseas renewable energy projects: A WSR and D‐AHP based approach
Authors: Xu Nanjie , Wan Anxia , Elahi Ehsan , Peng Benhong 
Published: October 2023

AbstractInvesting in renewable energy is vital for reducing carbon emissions, yet it also poses significant risks and uncertainties. This study proposes a novel approach to evaluate investment risks in overseas renewable energy projects. First, we apply the Wuli–Shili–Renli (WSR) methodology to develop an evaluation index system for investment risks at three levels—Wuli, Shili, and Renli. Second, a risk assessment framework combining D‐AHP and TOPSIS method is constructed to solve the problem of uncertainty in evaluation information resulting from variations in expert experience. Then we can obtain the risk value. Finally, we apply our approach to evaluate the ADAMA Wind Power Phase I Project in Ethiopia. Our findings reveal a medium risk value for the project, with the highest risk at the Shili level. The management risk is the most significant risk factor, consistent with reality. Our proposed method can effectively address information uncertainty in assessing investment risks of renewable energy projects and is applicable to other similar projects.
Self potent antimicrobial and antifouling properties of zinc nanoparticles derived from lichen symbionts
Authors: Subbaiyan Rubavathi , Ganesan Ayyappadasan , Muthusamy Bhuvaneshwaran , Ramasubramanian Brindha 
Published: October 2023

AbstractBiofouling poses a significant economic challenge for marine transportation. The use of chemical compounds to eliminate fouling layers beneath the ship's surface, albeit effective, raises concerns due to its potential harm to the aquatic ecosystem. Lichen symbiotic associations, an underexplored research area, show promise in producing antimicrobial and antifouling compounds. These lichen‐associated bacteria engage in various functional activities and have multiple bacterial counterparts. The optimal conditions for cultivating lichen‐associated bacteria for maximum growth were identified as a pH of 7, a temperature of 30°C, and an incubation period of 8 days. Glucose served as the carbon source, while yeast extract served as the nitrogen source. Additionally, zinc nanoparticles were successfully synthesized from the thriving lichen‐associated bacteria. Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR) analysis indicated distinctive bands at 3890 and 3103 cm−1, corresponding to the OH stretching of alcohol and acid stretch bands, respectively. Furthermore, the presence of amide in NH banding in the synthesized zinc nanoparticles was represented by a band at 1636 cm−1. SEM images of the produced zinc NPs displayed a spherical shape, ranging in size from 40 to 70 nm. To assess the impact of these nanoparticles from lichen‐associated bacteria on biofouling activity in marine transportation, zebrafish results were analyzed.
Role of promoters over yttria‐zirconia supported Ni catalyst for dry reforming of methane
Authors: Fakeeha Anis H. , Acharya Kenit , Ibrahim Ahmed A. , Almutairi Ghzzai , Abu‐Dahrieh Jehad K. , Abasaeed Ahmed E. , Kumar Rawesh , Al‐Fatesh Ahmed S. 
Published: October 2023

AbstractDry reforming of methane (DRM) bears great hope for the catalytic community as well as environmentalists for its potential to convert two greenhouse gases, CH4 and CO2, together into synthetic feedstock “syngas”. The stable tetragonal zirconium yttrium oxide phase over the “Yttria‐zirconia supported Ni” catalyst (Ni/YZr) brings >70% CH4 conversion against 50% CH4 conversion over zirconia supported Ni catalyst) in 7 h time‐on‐stream (TOS). The use of the second metal oxide (MOx; M = Ho, Ga, Gd, Ba, Cs) in a small amount (4 wt%) over Ni/YZ catalyst is found to promote the catalytic activity further. Herein, we have prepared such metal‐promoted yttria‐zirconia supported Ni catalyst, employed them for DRM and characterized them with surface area porosity, X‐ray diffraction, spectroscopic techniques, temperature programmed techniques and transmission electron microscopy. A fine correlation of characterization results with catalytic activity brings out various useful information that would be useful for establishing yttria‐zirconia supported Ni catalyst for DRM. Ni stabilized over cubic zirconium holmium oxide phase in 5Ni4Ho/YZr catalyst, cubic zirconium gadolinium oxide phase in 5Ni4Gd/YZr catalyst and cubic zirconium barium oxide phase in 5Ni4Ba/YZr catalyst perform excellent toward DRM. Catalytically, 5Ni4Ho/YZr catalyst achieves CH4 conversion as high as ~85% whereas 5Ni4Ba/YZr and 5Ni4Gd/YZr show CH4 conversions of about ~80%. Even in 30 h TOS study, 5Ni4Ho/YZr catalyst showed >81% CH4 conversion with retaining highest H2/CO (0.97).
A new species of Gomphostemma (Lamiaceae) from the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, India
Authors: Singh Lal Ji , Naik Mudavath Chennakesavulu , Ekka Gautam Anuj 
Published: October 2023

AbstractGomphostemma andamanensis, L.J. Singh, M.C. Naik, & G.A. Ekka sp.nov., is described and illustrated from the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, India. This new species is superficially similar to G. pedunculatum Bentham ex J.D. Hook. and G. strobilinum Wall. ex Benth., but differs markedly by a combination of vegetative morphological, inflorescence architectural, and floral characters. The Onge tribe, the inhabitants of type locality use the species for ethno‐medicinal purposes. The conservation status of the species is assessed as Critically Endangered. A key to the species of Gomphostemma from India is provided.
Construction of aroma association network of cooked rice based on gas chromatography–mass spectrometry (GC–MS) and sensory analysis
Authors: Guan Lina , Mi Yongjie , Zhang Min , Li Sixuan , Ye Guodong 
Published: October 2023

AbstractThe aroma of cooked rice is a key factor in the evaluation of taste quality for rice grading, which greatly affects consumer acceptance. Combining the results of instrumental analysis and sensory evaluation to comprehensively analyse the aroma of cooked rice is a new strategy. The aroma characteristics of fifteen cooked rice varieties were analysed by gas chromatography–mass spectrometry (GC–MS) and descriptive sensory analysis. Based on the aroma descriptors obtained by gas chromatography‐olfactometry (GC‐O) analysis and the odour activity value (OAV) of aroma compounds, the aroma profiles of cooked rice were preliminarily explained by bipartite network and aroma fingerprint. The Pearson correlation coefficients between the OAV results of aroma compounds and sensory data were calculated to construct the aroma association network. The results showed that the aroma attributes of cooked rice were significantly correlated with certain aroma compounds identified by GC–MS, such as aldehydes and heterocycles. The aroma attributes of cooked grain, popcorn, grassy, nutty, and fruity could be well explained by the results of GC–MS analysis. The purpose of the study is to better understand the relationship between aroma characteristics and chemical composition, as well as to provide a theoretical basis for evaluating and predicting the aroma of cooked rice using GC–MS analysis.
Association between quantitative morphological traits and RAPD molecular markers in pomegranate (Punica granatum L.)
Authors: Khadivi Ali , Hosseini Akram‐Sadat , Kashi Fatemeh 
Published: October 2023

AbstractPomegranate (Punica granatum L.) is very important in terms of horticulture and food around the world. The present research aimed to identify the random amplified polymorphic DNA (RAPD) markers associated with morphological traits in pomegranate genotypes. Significant differences were observed among the studied genotypes based on the recorded traits. The 18 RAPD primers produced a total of 154 polymorphic fragments among genotypes. Using multiple regression analysis between each of the morphological traits and 154 RAPD polymorphic bands, RAPD markers associated with each of the morphological traits were identified. In total, 11 markers showed significant correlations with fruit weight, 9 markers with 100‐aril weight, 11 markers with anthocyanin, and 8 markers with total soluble solids. Some markers were associated with more than one morphological trait, showing that the association of a marker with more than one trait can be caused by the pleiotropic effects of quantitative trait loci related to each other in different traits. For instance, the BA6‐1 marker showed positive correlations with fruit weight, fruit crown width, and leaf length. Also, OPG13‐3 and BA6‐10 markers showed positive correlations with total soluble solids and anthocyanin content. The informative markers identified related to morphological characteristics in pomegranate can be a suitable guide to identify the genotypes with valuable fruit traits. Also, these markers can be used in selecting suitable parents for population generation for mapping purposes.
The effects of additives as a marinade producer on nutritional quality parameters of Oncorhynchus mykiss fish during storage at 4°C
Authors: Aberoumand Ali , Aminimehr Abolfazl 
Published: October 2023

AbstractThe purpose of the present study was to evaluate the utilization of additive ingredients on the proximate composition, energy value, yield percentage, and pH value of cold and cooked Rainbow trout marinade. In this study, the effect of the marinating solution with different concentrations of lemon juice and salt on various quality properties in the processed muscle was determined. Results showed the pH value of the cold marinade in treatments 2, 3, and 4 decreased to 5.57, 5.15, and 5.14 with significant differences, respectively. The results showed that the marinade yield range (27.1%–19.28%) was found as a result of the marinating process. There was a significant difference between the cold and cooked fish marinades in terms of water content, pH, proximate contents, and yield percentage. The protein content in cold marinade was highest at 16.43%, while in treatments 2, 3, and 4, it decreased to 16.42%, 14.00%, and 14.56%, respectively with a significant difference. The lipid content in cold marinade (2.31%) for treatment 4 was highest, while in treatments 3 and 4, it increased significantly. The cold marinade treatment 4 found the highest energy and nutrient values, while the yield of marinade was 61.21%. The treatment T2 in cooked marinade found the highest energy value and the lowest weight loss (89.7%). Moisture retention in fish‐cooked marinade treatments was found to be 13.5%, 5.52%, and 9.77%. It can be concluded that treatment 2 was the best option for both cold and cooked marinades.