bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
A compact time-domain diffuse optical tomography system for cortical neuroimaging
Authors: Chekin Yaroslav , Decker Dakota , Dehghani Hamid , Dubois Julien , Field Ryan M. , Gopalakrishnan Viswanath , Koch Erin M. , Lerner Gabriel , Aghajan Zahra M. , Miller Naomi , Olvera Isai , Patel Milin J. , Perdue Katherine L. , Schmidt Joshua , Szczepanski Victor 
Published: January 2025

Abstract
Recent years have witnessed a rise in research utilizing neuroimaging for precision neuromedicine, but clinical translation has been hindered by scalability and cost. Time-domain functional near infrared spectroscopy (TD-fNIRS), the gold standard of optical neuroimaging techniques, offers a unique opportunity in this domain since it provides superior depth sensitivity and enables resolution of absolute properties unlike its continuous wave counterparts. However, current TD systems have limited commercial availability, slow sampling rates, and sparse head coverage. Our team has overcome the technical challenges involved in developing a whole-head time-domain diffuse optical tomography (TD-DOT) system. Here, we present the system characterization results using standardized protocols and compare them with other state-of-the-art systems. Furthermore, we showcase the system performance in retrieving cortical activation maps during standard hemodynamic, sensory, and motor tasks. A combination of the system performance, signal quality, and ease of use can enable future studies aimed at investigating TD-DOT clinical applications.
Meta Unveiling: Exploring Aesthetic Canons and the Global Impact of Chinese Metaverse Style
Authors: De Masi Vincenzo , Di Qinke , Li Siyi , Song Yuhan 
Published: January 2025

Abstract
The metaverse represents the cutting edge of the creative industry, guiding in new horizons in content production, particularly within the realms of virtual reality (vr), argument reality (ar), and mixed reality (mr). Anticipating the significant future worth of the metaverse sector, certain countries have initiated the allocation of resources towards its advancement. China stands prominently as a key player in metaverse content development, with the Chinese government allocating substantial resources to this burgeoning sector. According to Statista, the projected value of the metaverse market is expected to reach US$12.6 billion in 2023. This market is poised to exhibit a remarkable compound annual growth rate (cagr 2023–2030) of 31.93%, resulting in a projected market volume of US$87.6 billion by 2030.
Due to substantial market expansion and increased investments, production studios and the creative sector are witnessing the emergence of novel content formats. These activities encompass the development of games and arcade experiences, as well as the creation of content for advertising and marketing. Currently, noticeable patterns are already apparent in several industries. Video games set in the metaverse in China generally adhere to traditional aesthetics, primarily influenced by Japanese designs and canons, with less input from American styles. This article embarks on an in-depth exploration of the intersection between traditional Chinese aesthetic principles and the burgeoning technological innovations within the metaverse, shedding light on China’s strategic positioning at the forefront of this digital evolution. Through a meticulous analysis of current platforms and ai-driven content creation, we unveil how China’s rich cultural heritage and contemporary digital strategies converge to craft a unique metaverse aesthetic. This fusion not only amplifies the global digital narrative but also catalyzes the cross-cultural exchange and adoption of Chinese digital paradigms, projecting significant implications for the global creative industries. By emphasizing the interaction of art and technology, this study forecasts a shift in the global digital landscape towards a more inclusive and diverse metaverse, underpinned by the internationalization of Chinese aesthetic canons. This analysis aims to contribute to the academic discourse on digital culture, offering insights into the potential trajectories of global digital aesthetics and the role of cultural heritage in shaping future digital realms.
On the Predictability of Springtime Ozone Depletion Events using the ECCC Global Deterministic Prediction System
Authors: de Grandpré Jean , Ivanova Irena , Rochon Yves J. , Jouan Caroline , Vaillancourt Paul A. 
Published: January 2025

Abstract
Ozone depletion events are recurring phenomena in both polar regions, characterized by significant interannual variability. In this study, the Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC) Global Deterministic Prediction System is used to investigate the medium-range predictability of ozone and weather throughout the anomalous polar ozone depletion events of 2020. The system includes ozone assimilation and makes use of a prognostic ozone field for the computation of heating rates. The ozone scheme uses simplified photochemical modules to represent the impact of both gas-phase and heterogeneous reactions throughout polar ozone depletion events. The study shows that during the boreal and austral spring seasons, the predictability of the total ozone column exceeds 10 days and is comparable to the predictability of large-scale weather variables. It also demonstrates that over both polar regions, the inclusion of ozone radiative coupling has a significant impact on the temperature and wind distributions throughout the stratosphere. Over Antarctica, the ozone-coupled forecasts are systematically colder at all lead times, which helps eliminate a temperature bias present in the model using climatological ozone. The strength of the polar vortex also increases significantly throughout the lower stratosphere, in better agreement with zonal wind analyses. Over the Arctic, the use of an ozone-interactive model also produces significant changes in the temperature and wind forecasts, but the impact on the quality of the weather forecasts is generally neutral. The study shows the overall benefits of using ozone-coupled models in the highly perturbed springtime conditions of the polar regions.

Significance Statement
Ozone hole events which occur during springtime over polar regions can be predicted several days ahead using numerical weather prediction (NWP) systems. The ozone decrease associated with such events reduces the absorption of solar radiation, impacting the temperature and wind fields in the lower stratosphere at an altitude of about 15–20 km. This study shows that including this process within an NWP model can improve weather forecasts in the lower stratosphere. The impact of this process has been evaluated during the severe springtime ozone depletion events that took place in both polar regions in 2020. The study demonstrates that over Antarctica, using an ozone-coupled model produces a stronger and colder stratospheric polar vortex in better agreement with temperature and wind analyses. Overall, the study highlights the benefits of using ozone-coupled models in the highly perturbed springtime conditions of the polar regions.
Trade Integration and Supply Disruptions: Sharing the Pain From a Russian Gas Shut-off to Europe
Authors: Albrizio Silvia , Bluedorn John , Brasier Rachel , Koch Christoffer , Pescatori Andrea , Stuermer Martin 
Published: January 2025

How does market size—which increases with greater trade integration—affect the economic propagation of supply shocks? We examine this question through the case of a Russian gas shut-off to the European Union (EU). An open-economy, multi-sector general equilibrium model suggests that the adverse economic impact on the EU shrinks five-fold if trade integration with the global liquefied natural gas (LNG) market is considered. Greater international integration provides a buffer for the EU through trade. The flip side of integration is that other LNG importers around the world see adverse effects from higher prices. Still, the overall, combined economic damage for the EU and other LNG importers with integration is less than half of that in the counterfactual case without. Fostering more trade integration can help make economies more resilient to supply shocks. JEL Classification: E23, E32, F51, N70, N74, Q41, Q43
Effectiveness of Extended Screening and Brief Intervention (X-SBI) on Substance Misuse and Related Outcomes in Correctional Settings
Authors: Ghosh Abhishek , Pillai Renjith R , Vij Jatina , Maulik Pallab K , Bhanker Nisha , Thakur Urvashi , Rani Ritu , Basu Debasish 
Published: January 2025

Background: Screening and brief intervention (SBI), effective in community health care, show inconsistent results in correctional settings (CS). We hypothesized that SBI needs adaptation for the incarcerated population. The study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of extended SBI (X-SBI) for substance misuse in CS. Methods: A controlled trial was conducted in two federal CSs in India. X-SBI included coping skills training, risk behavior counseling, and acceptance-based stigma reduction, while the control group received screening, advice, and brief psychoeducation. Both groups received three sessions with 188 participants each, with a “moderate risk” of SUD. Measurements included the Alcohol, Smoking, and Substance Involvement Screening Test (ASSIST), Timeline Follow-up for drug and alcohol use frequency, Overdose Risk Information, HIV risk-taking behavior scales, Self-reporting questionnaire, and Internalized Stigma of Substance Abuse scale. Follow-ups were done at three- and six months post-intervention. Results: All participants were men. No initial differences in ASSIST scores or substance use frequencies were noted. ASSIST scores for all substances were significantly reduced at follow-ups. X-SBI showed better outcomes in reducing ASSIST scores for primary substances and illicit drugs, with small effect sizes (η2 = .06–.10). Reductions in drug and alcohol use were noted in both groups, with X-SBI showing a greater decrease in illicit drug use at six months. X-SBI had higher transition rates to the “action” stage of motivation and significant declines in overdose and HIV risk behaviors, mental distress, and stigma scores. Conclusion: Integrating three-session X-SBI into CS may effectively address substance misuse. Trial Registration: Clinical Trial Registry, India (Reference No. CTRI/2022/01/0391XX)
Patterns of reflux in patients with CEAP C2 disease compared to patients with C6 venous ulceration
Authors: Gadhoke Neel , Deol Zoe , Kennedy Richard , Lakhanpal Sanjiv , Pappas Peter J. 
Published: January 2025

Objective CEAP categorizes patients based on disease progression and severity. Whether disease severity is associated with specific patterns of reflux is currently unknown. We hypothesize that patterns of reflux in patients with C2 and C5/6 disease will differ. Design Multi-center retrospective cohort analysis. Methods From January 2015 to December 2020, we performed a retrospective review of reflux patterns in 21 335 patients and 31 727 limbs in symptomatic patients with C2 or C5/6 disease. Patterns of reflux in Great (GSV), Small (SSV), Deep and Perforators (Perf), were analyzed in patients with and without junctional reflux. The GSV and SSV were divided into six and three segments respectively. The number of perforators with reflux were categorized as 1-3 above and below-knee and deep system reflux was divided into three segments. Results Of the 21 335 patients the average age and female/male distribution was the following: C2 (54.13 ± 13.82, 21 410/5047), C5/6 (64.75 ± 14.75, 1514/1755) ( p ≤ .001). When SFJ reflux is present, 6-segment GSV reflux was most prevalent (C2, 14.85% vs C5/6, 27.50). Without junctional reflux, above knee reflux was more common in C2 disease, while below knee reflux was more common in C5/6 disease ( p ≤ .01). Three segment SSV reflux was more prevalent in C2 patients (26.67% vs 16.27%, p ≤ .001). Below knee perforator reflux was more prevalent in C5/6 patients (79.56% vs 73.53%, p ≤ .01). Combined CFV/FV/POPV reflux was more prevalent in C5/6 patients (38.5% vs 20.5%, p ≤ .001). Conclusion The presence of junctional reflux is more closely associated with disease location (above- vs below-knee) than with disease classification. SFJ reflux is more likely to present with extensive above knee disease. Isolated below-knee reflux is more significantly associated with C5/6 disease, independent of junctional reflux. Conversely, isolated above-knee superficial reflux is significantly associated with C2 disease and junctional reflux.
Wind-driven pumped storage system design
Authors: Abdelmagid Tasneem I.M. , Siddig Mohammed Hashim 
Published: January 2025

Wind power is unsteady due to the stochastic nature of wind. Pumped storage is a reliable technology for hydropower storage and generation. This paper aims to regulate wind power with a pumped storage facility by designing a mathematical model of a stand-alone wind-driven pumped storage. The available wind continuously pumps water to a high-elevation upper reservoir, while electricity is generated per demand. A case study was developed in eastern Sudan, and results show that wind energy can be regulated using pumped storage. The scheme had a 71% roundtrip efficiency, with a monthly energy yield of 23 GWh sufficient to support the whole population of the Red Sea State in Sudan. This result indicates the good potential of a wind-driven pumped storage system to deliver continuous electricity using intermittent wind. Such a scheme will benefit the developing countries in Africa, where the requirements of this system are easily found.
Biodegradation study in FBS media of polycaprolactone patch as a potential prenatal treatment for myelomeningocele
Authors: Benabdderrahmane K , Stirnemann J , Ramtani S , Falentin-Daudré C 
Published: January 2025

Myelomeningocele (MMC) is a congenital defect of the spine characterized by meningeal and spinal cord protrusion through open vertebral archs, and its exposure to the amniotic fluid. Given that the progression of neuronal loss begins early in fetal life, an early coverage of the defect is required to improve the neurological outcomes. Several studies have proposed patches as an alternative to full surgical repair, to achieve an early protection of the spine and possibly reduce the rate of complications of current prenatal surgical procedures. In our previous work, we developed a biocompatible, watertight and biodegradable patch to improve in utero MMC repair. This patch offers an anti-adhesive internal surface to prevent adhesion to spinal cord tissue, and a bioactive external surface to promote tissue coverage. The aim of this study is to assess the patch’s in vitro degradation in an amniotic-fluid-like medium and investigate the surface functionalization effect, to understand its mechanism and predict the patch’s behavior over time. The study was carried out for 24 weeks in FBS medium and after each period the samples were characterized by differential scanning calorimetry, scanning electron microscopy, steric exclusion chromatography, toluidine blue assay and contact angle measurement. The results revealed a progression of PCL hydrolysis over time, characterized by a decrease in molar mass and evidence of erosion as observed by SEM. Furthermore, this process appears to be accelerated by ozonation, compared to surface functionalization without ozonation. The latter can be considered as the most suitable technique to preserve the patch structure over time, while benefiting from the grafting polymers properties during the first weeks of implantation.
From learning to action: Advancing career pathways implementation in vocational rehabilitation
Authors: Chun Jina , Anderson Catherine A. , Gaertner Beth E. 
Published: January 2025

Background Career pathways are critical in the vocational rehabilitation (VR) of individuals with disabilities, linking education, training, and employment to improve career outcomes. Objective This report explores the establishment of the Career Pathways Learning Community, the development of the Career Pathways Toolkit, and the transition to the Implementation Group, highlighting how these initiatives support effective career development frameworks for individuals with disabilities within VR systems. Methods A nationwide recruitment process brought together 61 stakeholders, including counselors and administrators from various state VR agencies, to form a Learning Community focused on six key elements of Career Pathways. This effort facilitated the design of a customizable Toolkit and established an Implementation Group to apply it. Results The Toolkit consists of four sections: an introduction to the Career Pathways model, an exploration of its advantages, a comprehensive implementation guide, and evaluation strategies. It provides valuable resources for enhancing career development for individuals with disabilities, while the Implementation Group fosters systems change within VR practices. Conclusion The development and implementation of Career Pathways within VR systems are crucial for enabling individuals with disabilities to achieve sustainable employment. The Career Pathways Toolkit, created by the Learning Community facilitated by VRTAC-QE, serves as a practical resource for fostering systems change. Collaborative efforts through the Implementation Group aim to enhance access to meaningful employment opportunities and promote a more inclusive workforce.
Processes and outcomes of a 14-month apprenticeship learning community: Toolkit development and practice implications
Authors: Rumrill Stuart , Austin Bryan , Knauf Jim , Kosciulek John 
Published: January 2025

Background Despite the prevailing view that apprenticeships offer many unique benefits to workers with disabilities, people with disabilities are vastly underrepresented in these programs. Objective This paper describes a 14-month apprenticeship learning community facilitated by the authors and the toolkit for practitioners and key stakeholders that it produced. Methods The learning community met 14 times as a large group over a 14-month period. During these meetings, facilitated by the authors, members shared problems, solutions, and insights related to apprenticeships, and actively worked towards creating the apprenticeship toolkit. Results The toolkit is a comprehensive manual for potential apprentices, their families, rehabilitation/vocational counselors, employers, and other stakeholders. It covers topics such as basic knowledge of apprenticeships, steps for entering, navigating, and completing an apprenticeship program, tips for successful interagency collaboration, and guidance on disability disclosure. Conclusion The learning community model successfully brings together people from diverse areas and backgrounds to brainstorm solutions to shared challenges. The toolkit is an effective resource for any worker or professional interested in apprenticeships. Implications for practice are provided.
Effects of Women’s Participation in Household Decision Making on Skilled Birth Attendants Supervised Delivery in Bangladesh
Authors: Alam Md Badsha , Khanam Shimlin Jahan , Kabir Md Awal , Chowdhury Atika Rahman , Hassen Tahir Ahmed , Das Susmita , Khan Md Nuruzzaman 
Published: January 2025

Background: While the importance of women’s participation in household decision making in enhancing access to healthcare services is widely acknowledged, limited evidence exists on the link between women’s participation in household decision making and skilled birth attendants (SBA) supervised delivery. This study aims to fill this gap by examining the effects of women’s participation in household decision making on SBA supervised delivery in Bangladesh. Methods: Data of 3607 mothers who had given birth within 2 years of the survey date were extracted from the 2022 Bangladesh Demographic and Health Survey (BDHS) and analyzed. The outcome variable considered was SBA supervised delivery, and the primary explanatory variable was a composite index of women’s participation in household decision making generated from their responses regarding decision-making on own healthcare, large household purchases, and visits to their family or relatives. Multi-level mixed-effects logistic regression was used to explore the effects of women’s participation in household decision making on SBA supervised delivery, adjusted for potential confounders. Results: The reported prevalence of SBA supervised delivery was 70%. Women lacking participation power and moderately empowerment in household decision-making were 15% (aOR= 0.85, 95% CI: 0.66-1.08) and 20% less likely to had SBA supervised delivery (aOR = 0.80, 95% CI: 0.64-0.99) compared to those with high participation power, respectively. This association remained consistent across all 3 empowerment domains, with lower likelihoods of SBA supervised delivery among women lacking empowerment. Conclusion: The findings of this research affirm the positive effects of women’s participation in household decision making on SBA supervised delivery in Bangladesh. Recommendations include increasing women’s empowerment in household decision making and raising awareness and education about the importance of SBA supervised delivery.
Advancing research and policy in climate and health in the Nordic countries: Key challenges and opportunities for future action
Authors: Rao Shilpa 
Published: January 2025

Aim: This editorial presents state of the art developments in research and policy in the newly emerging field of climate and health and examines the gaps in research, the relevance of Nordic research in a global context, and the need to place the climate–health agenda in the policy space. Methods: We use a set of articles from the Special Issue on ‘Climate change and health in the Nordic countries’ in this journal to understand current research in climate and health. We identify three emerging areas that characterize the current focus of research: modelling climate change-induced exposures; health cross-linkages of the climate health agenda and targeted communication. On linking the ongoing research with several recent policies and projects within the EU and Nordic countries, we identify vital questions where future research needs to concentrate and discuss the challenges associated with this. Results: We identify three key questions related to interaction, vulnerable groups and equitable adaptation that will be crucial to future risk. We highlight a need for integrated study designs and innovative data analysis tools to help answer these questions. Conclusion: We conclude with proposing a path forward for the ‘Climate and Health’ research and policy agenda in the years to come.