bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Enhanced external counterpulsation, focusing on its effect on kidney function, and utilization in patients with kidney diseases: a systematic review
Authors: Thongsricome Thana , Kositanurit Weerapat , Siwamogsatham Sarawut , Tiranathanagul Khajohn 
Published: October 2023

Abstract

Background
Enhanced external counterpulsation (EECP) is provided by a noninvasive device positively affecting cardiovascular function via mechanisms called diastolic augmentation and systolic unloading. The renal aspects of EECP therapy have not been extensively investigated.

Objectives
To assess the effect of EECP on renal function and to determine the application in patients with kidney disease.

Methods
MEDLINE, EMBASE, SCOPUS, and Cochrane CENTRAL databases were searched for all studies involving EECP treatments. The title and abstract of all searched literatures were screened, and those focusing on renal outcome or conducting in kidney disease patients were selected.

Results
Eight studies were included in the qualitative analysis. EECP increases stroke volume, mean arterial pressure, renal artery blood flow, renal plasma flow, glomerular filtration rate (GFR), plasma atrial natriuretic peptide, urine volume, and urinary sodium chloride excretion, but reduces the plasma concentration of renin and endothelin-1 in healthy subjects. A single session of EECP after radioactive contrast exposure could provide increased contrast clearance, and this reduces contrast-induced kidney injury in patients, irrespective of previous kidney function. Thirty-five-hour sessions of EECP treatment were illustrated to increase long-term estimated GFR in patients with chronic angina and heart failure. In cirrhotic patients, EECP fails to improve GFR and renal vascular resistance. EECP device could maintain blood pressure, decrease angina symptoms, and increase cardiac perfusion in hemodialysis patients.

Conclusion
EECP treatment potentially increases renal perfusion and prevents kidney injury in several conditions. EECP possibly provides beneficial effects on hemodynamics and cardiac function in hemodialysis patients.
Dietary factors in nonalcoholic fatty liver disease: impacts on human and animal health - a review
Authors: Yeung Andy Wai Kan , Ksepka Natalia , Matin Maima , Wang Dongdong , Souto Eliana B. , Stoyanov Jivko , Echeverría Javier , Tewari Devesh , Horbańczuk Jarosław Olav , Lucarini Massimo , Durazzo Alessandra , Marchewka Joanna , Pirgozliev Vasil , Gan Ren-You , Tzvetkov Nikolay T. , Wysocki Kamil , Matin Farhan Bin , Litvinova Olena , Bishayee Anupam , Devkota Hari Prasad , El-Demerdash Amr , Brnčić Mladen , Santini Antonello , Horbańczuk Olaf. K. , Mickael Michel-Edwar , Ławiński Michał , Das Niranjan , Siddiquea Bodrun Naher , Hrg Dalibor , Atanasov Atanas G. 
Published: October 2023

Abstract
Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) is defined as a clinical syndrome characterized by excessive fat accumulation in liver, predominantly influenced by dietary choices. This study provides an extensive quantitative literature analysis on dietary influences on NAFLD. Bibliometric data were collected through the search string TOPIC = (“NAFLD*” OR “nonalcoholic fatty liver*” OR “non-alcoholic fatty liver*”) AND TOPIC = (“diet*” OR “nutrition*” OR “food*” OR “feed*”), which yielded 12,445 publications indexed within the Web of Science Core Collection. Utilizing VOSviewer software, term maps were generated to visually illustrate recurring phrases alongside citation data. The literature, which has seen exponential growth since the 2010s, predominantly consists of original articles, with a ratio of 4.7:1 compared to reviews. Notably, the significant contributors to this field were China and the United States. The majority of publications were found journals specialized in Gastroenterology & Hepatology, Nutrition & Dietetics, Biochemistry & Molecular Biology, Endocrinology & Metabolism, and Pharmacology & Pharmacy. Key dietary compounds/compounds classes such as resveratrol, polyphenols, curcumin, berberine, quercetin, flavonoids, omega-3 fatty acids, docosahexaenoic acid (DHA), genistein, and palmitic acid were frequently mentioned and cited. Many of them were demonstrated to have some potential benefits on NAFLD, both in human and animal studies.
Small ruminant lentivirus-infected dairy goats’ metabolic blood profile in different stages of lactation
Authors: Zalewska Magdalena , Jarczak Justyna , Czopowicz Michał , Mickiewicz Marcin , Kaba Jarosław , Bagnicka Emilia 
Published: October 2023

Abstract
The study aims to determine the differences in metabolic parameters in blood serum between asymptomatic animals with small ruminant lentivirus (SRLV) and uninfected goats. Pearson correlations were also estimated between biochemical parameters. The study included 26 goats which were divided into SRLV-infected and SRLV-free groups. Blood samples were taken at four points of lactation (days 14, 45, 85, and 240, reflecting perinatal period, early lactation, the peak of lactation, the end of lactation). Hepatic, kidney, bone, cardiac, pancreatic, lipid profiles and CRP concentrations were analyzed. Choline esterase (CHE), calcium (Ca*), creatine kinase (CK), and triglyceride (TRI) levels differed between groups, on day 240 (p≤0.05). Some parameters varied during lactation, with similar patterns observed in both groups. Mainly positive correlations between biochemical parameters were observed in the SRLV-free and SRLV-infected groups both within organ profiles and between them. CRP was not correlated with any biochemical parameters in the SRLV-free group but was negatively correlated with parameters of the liver, kidney, cardiac, and lipid profiles in the SRLV-infected group. The correlations suggest that SRLV may affect the kidneys, liver and heart, even in asymptomatic animals. Some differences were found between asymptomatic SRLV-infected and SRLV-free goats in the last stage of lactation; however, the nature of these changes requires further detailed studies.
Effects of dietary supplementation with algae, sunflower oil, or soybean oil, and age on fat content, fatty acid profile and the expression of related genes in rabbits
Authors: Maj Dorota , Migdał Łukasz , Zapletal Piotr 
Published: October 2023

>Abstract
The aim of this study was determine the effect of different dietary supplements (algae, sunflower oil, or soybean oil) and age (12 and 18 weeks) on the fat content, fatty acid (FA) profile, and expression of the fat mass and obesity associated (FTO) and fatty acid binding protein 4 (FABP4) genes in rabbit muscle. Rabbits (n = 160) were randomly divided into four groups. The control group (C) received non-supplemented pellets, while in the other groups the pellet contained 1% algae (A), 3% sunflower oil (OS), or 3% soybean (SO) oil. Soybean and sunflower oil (3%) in the diet increased the linoleic acid (LA) content in meat of 12-week-old rabbits. The use of algae (1%) in the diet increased the n-3 PUFAs eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) compared with the vegetable oil and control groups, and decreased the n-6/n-3 ratio. The effect of the diet on FTO and FABP4 gene expression depended on the age of the rabbits. In older animals (18 weeks of age) the expression of these genes was highest in the group with 1% algae. Furthermore, the FA profile and FTO and FABP4 gene expression were affected by the age of rabbits, but not by sex. The results showed that diet is an important tool to modulate the FA profile in rabbit meat by changing the expression of fat metabolism–related genes.
Localization of embryonic stem cells lacking E-cadherin in a mouse blastocyst
Authors: Filimonow Katarzyna , Bańska Magdalena M. , Maleszewski Marek 
Published: October 2023

Abstract
Here we present our results regarding the role of E-cadherin (CDH1, cadherin 1) in the specification of embryonic stem cells (ESCs) in the embryo environment. It has been previously shown that, when forming embryoid bodies with wild-type ESCs, ESCs lacking a functional copy of the gene encoding the adhesive protein E-cadherin (Ecad−/−) preferably sort out to the outside compartment, thus forming the primitive endoderm (PrE) lineage. However, little or no information is available regarding the dynamics of Ecad−/− cells in the actual blastocyst, and so the aim of this work was to determine in which of the three blastocyst cell lines - trophoblast (TE), epiblast (Epi), or PrE - Ecad−/− cells would be located in the embryo environment. For this purpose we injected ESCs into embryos at various stages of pre-implantation development. We used a H2B-GFP cell line expressing histone H2B conjugated with green fluorescent protein (H2BEGFP), as well as a Ecad−/− cell line, in which cells exhibit weaker adhesive properties than wild-type Esc because of their allelic deficiency in the locus encoding cadherin CDH1. We have demonstrated that these cells exhibit a trend to locate in the TE and much less frequently in the Epi, but never in the PrE. We propose that this may be due to differences in the expression of genes characteristic of these cell lines within the Ecad−/− cell colony.
The effect of backfat thickness determinedin vivoin breeding gilts on their reproductive performance and longevity
Authors: Więcek Justyna , Warda Agnieszka , Blicharski Tadeusz , Sońta Marcin , Zalewska Anna , Rekiel Anna , Batorska Martyna 
Published: October 2023

AbstractThe aim of this study was to determine the effects of backfat thickness (mean standardised measurement fromin vivoassessment) of Polish Large White (PLW) gilts on their reproductive performance and productive lifespan. The study included 5,122 PLW gilts from 160 breeding herds in Poland, which reproductive performance was analysed on the basis of the rearing results of 20,662 litters. The gilts were divided into two groups differing in mean standardised backfat thickness (P2+P4/2) on the performance test day: I≤10 mm, II>10 mm. Sows in group I vs II had a three month shorter herd life (P≤0.001), gave birth to fewer litters and piglets (P≤0.001), but the average number of piglets born alive and reared to 21 days of age/litter was higher in them (P≤0.001). The number of live-born piglets per 100 days of reproductive life in group I was greater than in group II (P≤0.001). When culling sows in cycles 1–8 and later, there was more intensive culling in group I vs II from cycle 1 to 6 and a lower percentage of sows remaining in the herd. In group I vs II, the proportion of sows with a lifetime productivity of fewer than 30 piglets was 5.5 percentage points higher and that with a production of more than 100 piglets was 1.9 percentage points lower. Our results indicate that the level of fat reserves determined in vivo in breeding gilts can be a preliminary information about the reproductive potential of sows and their predisposition to longevity.
Resilience and Vulnerabilities Related to Russia’s Invasion of Ukraine: The Emergence of a New Club of Nato and EU Members
Authors: Ivanov Ivan Dinev 
Published: October 2023

Abstract
Тhis article compares and contrasts macro- and micro-foundational explanations about disinformation and resilience in Europe as a result of Russia’s war in Ukraine. It presents micro-level data about the shifting public opinion in Europe after Russia’s invasion in Ukraine on Feb 24, 2022 on the topics of NATO and EU support and favorability, sympathy for Ukraine and condemnation of Russia, including support for sanctions against Moscow (Pew Research Center 2021, 2022). The study compares and contrasts traditional macro-level analytical frameworks such as deterrence, institutionalization and adaptation. I argue that a combination of macro- (or institutional) and micro-level factors (associated with the idiosyncrasies of the domestic public opinion) best explain the shifting attitudes since the beginning of the War in Ukraine. Against the backdrop of NATO and the EU’s increased resilience, a new group or sub-club of “vulnerable” allies has emerged among some central and east European nations. The article evaluates different constraints and vulnerabilities and makes recommendations how to reduce misinformation and contestation in these states.
The Analysis of Masculinity in Advertising: A Qualitative Study Based on Consumer Perceptions
Authors: Kreicbergs Toms 
Published: October 2023

Abstract
The aim of the research was to explore Generations Z’s perceptions of masculinity in advertising and determine which type of masculinity and which masculinity characteristics consumers favor in a masculine character or the advertising message centered around masculinity. The author conducted three focus groups with a demographic: Latvian Generation Z. Qualitative content analysis of the focus group interview transcripts was conducted using Nvivo 11 qualitative data analysis software. The research concluded that Latvia’s Generation Z preferred modern masculinity depictions in advertising over traditional ones, and advertisers should not depict masculinity with stereotypes but rather emphasize diversity, self-acceptance, and emotionality and depict masculinity as an important topic.
Internal Direct Products and the Universal Property of Direct Product Groups
Authors: Nelson Alexander M. 
Published: October 2023

AbstractThis is a “quality of life” article concerning product groups, using the Mizar system [2], [4]. Like a Sonata, this article consists of three movements.The first act, the slowest of the three, builds the infrastructure necessary for the rest of the article. We prove group homomorphisms map arbitrary finite products to arbitrary finite products, introduce a notion of “group yielding” families, as well as families of homomorphisms. We close the first act with defining the inclusion morphism of a subgroup into its parent group, and the projection morphism of a product group onto one of its factors.The second act introduces the universal property of products and its consequences as found in, e.g., Kurosh [7]. Specifically, for the product of an arbitrary family of groups, we prove the center of a product group is the product of centers. More exciting, we prove for a product of a finite family groups, the commutator subgroup of the product is the product of commutator subgroups, but this is because in general: the direct sum of commutator subgroups is the subgroup of the commutator subgroup of the product group, and the commutator subgroup of the product is a subgroup of the product of derived subgroups. We conclude this act by proving a few theorems concerning the image and kernel of morphisms between product groups, as found in Hungerford [5], as well as quotients of product groups.The third act introduces the notion of an internal direct product. Isaacs [6] points out (paraphrasing with Mizar terminology) that the internal direct product is a predicate but the external direct product is a [Mizar] functor. To our delight, we find the bulk of the “recognition theorem” (as stated by Dummit and Foote [3], Aschbacher [1], and Robinson [11]) are already formalized in the heroic work of Nakasho, Okazaki, Yamazaki, and Shimada [9], [8]. We generalize the notion of an internal product to a set of subgroups, proving it is equivalent to the internal product of a family of subgroups [10].
How to do languaging(s), language games and languages
Authors: Ilyin Mikhail 
Published: October 2023

Abstract
The article elaborates on substance-form aspects of integral communicative practices. Respective substance matters emerge with their shaping into formative and formal modes within the integral bio-social existence and experience of humans. Instrumentally modes help humans to shape or form their irregular substance matters into in-formed mental, behavioral and communicative practices.
The article outlines interpretations of respective transformations and processes from Aristotle, Descartes and Kant to Russell, Wittgenstein, Austin and theoreticians of ongoing cognitive and languaging revolutions. The rigid opposing of the ultimate substance/form abstractions provokes conceptual impediments that result in the notorious pseudo-Cartesian mind-body problem. It is possible to overcome it by refocusing on actual middle ground integral developments including actual psychosomatic and mental processes, human communicative interactions and their pragmatic activities. A promising way to do that is to develop intellectual instruments similar to accommodating Hjelmslevean distinction of content and expression planes or relatively integral substance-form complexes.
The article suggests a range of instrumentalities to methodologically reinterpret actual middle ground practices of languaging and language games. To that effect, it suggests a few complementary ways of their embedding and enacting, particularly new modes and procedures to conceptualize prerequisites and outcomes, externalities and affordances of the matching middle ground practices.
In Search of a Head Start: Marketing Opportunities in the Metaverse
Authors: Dwivedi Yogesh K. , Hughes Laurie 
Published: October 2023

Abstract
The concept of the metaverse, a virtual world with immersive 3-D environments, has gained significant attention and is expected to affect how we interact and communicate. While there is no consensus on its future, many brands are preparing for its potential. The metaverse offers unique marketing opportunities, enabling brands to provide offerings that are impossible in the real world. It can serve as a third space for retailing, where brands can create immersive experiences and overcome physical limitations. Metaverse advertising should be interactive and immersive to maximize its potential, while brand communities and events in the metaverse offer new avenues for engagement. The metaverse also allows companies to unlock new revenue streams through virtual products, NFT collections and digital twins. However, the metaverse brings challenges, including technical issues, privacy concerns, avatar misbehavior and the need for virtual and real coexistence. Brands must navigate these challenges and conduct further research to understand and maximize the benefits while minimizing risks in the metaverse.
Eye Contact Matters for Consumer Trust – Even with Robots
Authors: Kaiser Carolin , Schallner René , Manewitsch Vladimir 
Published: October 2023

Abstract
The integration of AI into consumer services is transforming the way people make decisions. AI is becoming more human-like, with chatbots, voice assistants and robots adopting human features and behavior. Consumers react differently to assistants with a human-like appearance than to advice from a web page, and the behavior of AI advisors influences consumer trust and decision-making. The results of an experiment comparing human advisors, robotic advisors with and without eye contact, and text-based services show that human advisors are trusted the most, but robotic advisors are preferred over text-based services. Human-like advisors increase trust and satisfaction. Extended human features like eye contact are essential for establishing trust and positive consumer responses. Companies should consider using humanoid advisors and incorporating eye contact to enhance customer experience. Consumers should be aware of the influence of human-like AI and stay informed about AI developments.
Diving into a New Reality: How Immersive Experiences along the Customer Journey Succeed
Authors: Pfeiffer Jella , Weiss Julian 
Published: October 2023

Abstract
Brand communication is entering a new era. Immersive technologies such as augmented reality (AR) ) and virtual reality (VR) enable memorable experiences along the entire customer journey as the combination of real and virtual elements creates innovative forms of consumer-brand interaction. Read in our interview how to implement successful immersive campaigns that people care about and share on social media. Julian Weiss, co-founder and CEO of Hamburg-based agency headraft, expects many more XR (extended reality) applications as “retailing will increasingly become an experience space.” He sees their greatest potential in a symbiosis of real and virtual elements.
Chancen für mehr Wachstum durch eine mutige Steuer- und Finanzpolitik
Authors: Hüther Michael 
Published: October 2023

Abstract
Germany’s manufacturing sector still shows gross fixed capital formation below pre-coronavirus levels and has been stuck in a recessionary trend since 2018. The advantages of German industry are at risk. Therefore, the federal government has to i) ensure that time is bridged and companies are supported until cheap energy is available, ii) improve investment conditions, iii) eliminate locational disadvantages (tax burdens, energy costs) and strengthen advantages (R&D, human capital) and iv) reduce bureaucratic costs. There is need for tax and growth policy reform. In this regard, the debt brake turns also acts as an effective brake on tax cuts and is thus questionable in terms of growth policy.
Die Investitionswende braucht eine mutigere Wirtschaftspolitik
Authors: Bauermann Tom , Dullien Sebastian , Rietzler Katja 
Published: October 2023

Abstract
Aggregate investment in Germany has developed much less dynamically than forecast prior to Russia’s invasion in Ukraine. The reasons for the subdued investment dynamic are uncertainty about future energy prices, increased interest rates and – in the case of housing investment – increased construction costs. The recently propsed Wachstumschancengesetz is insufficient to fundamentally alter these obstacles. Bolder policy measures are needed.
Die Verlängerung einer modifizierten Strompreisbremse zur Stärkung der deutschen Wirtschaft
Authors: Krebs Tom 
Published: October 2023

Abstract
This article summarises the results of a study on the Germany energy crisis and the need for an extension and modifications of the electricity price break. The study shows that the energy crisis led to a short-run output loss comparable to the output losses associated with the COVID-19 crisis in 2020 and the financial crisis in 2008/2009. In addition, real wage losses during the energy crisis are the largest losses on record. Finally, there is the risk of permanent economic damage leading to a period of economic stagnation. The extension and modification of the electricity price break until 2030 is an important policy instrument to help the Germany economy avoid economic stagnation. The argument in favour of such price controls is that the energy crisis has pushed the electricity price above its long-run equilibrium value.economic stagnation. The economiy argument in favor of such price controls is that the energy crisis has pushed the electricity price above its long-run equilibrium value.
Konjunkturbereinigung in der Schuldenbremse bei überraschend hoher Inflation
Authors: Kremer Jana , Kuckuck Jan , Wendorff Karsten 
Published: October 2023

Abstract
The recent high level of inflation temporarily eased government budgets. As a result, conventional estimation methods for cyclical adjustment are likely to temporarily paint an overly favourable picture of the underlying budgetary situation. This also applies to the cyclical adjustment in the German Federal Government’s debt brake, as we argue below. We compare this with our proposal for cyclical adjustment reform: it is likely to be too optimistic in the face of surprisingly high inflation. However, it is very unusual that inflation is underestimated so much. Overall, we continue to consider our proposed reform to be advantageous compared with the current approach.
Was können frühere Arbeitszeitverkürzungen für die Debatte um die 32-Stunden-Woche lehren?
Authors: Seifert Hartmut 
Published: October 2023

Abstract
This article asks what lessons can be learned from the introduction of the 35-hour week for the current debate in the steel industry. In retrospect, it can be shown that a compromise in collective bargaining policy cleared the way from the 40- to the 35-hour week. A package of shorter and more flexible working hours could also make the 32-hour week possible in the steel industry in a similarly cost- and distribution-neutral way, especially as large sections of the workforce there already work less than 35 hours.