bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Interactive effects of mucilage and drying and wetting cycles on rhizosheath development
Authors: Rahim Riffat , Amelung Wulf , Siebers Nina 
Published: November 2023

Abstract
Aims: Mucilage is vital for rhizosheath formation, the soil adhering to plant roots after gentle shaking. We hypothesized that alternating drying-wetting cycles affect mucilage's role in rhizosheath development and soil aggregation within the rhizosphere. To explore this, we employed flax cord as an artificial root model, subjecting it to soils with varying clay contents (22% and 32%), both sterilized and unsterilized.
Methods: We moistened the model roots with 0.12 g of dry chia seed mucilage per g of water and incubated them under controlled conditions. Soil moisture levels were maintained at 75% of water holding capacity (reference) & subjected to five dry-wet (DW) cycles, mimicking wet-dry fluctuations. Control experiments omitted mucilage addition. Subsequently, we isolated the rhizosheath through gentle shaking and analyzed surrounding soil particle-size distribution and aggregate properties using laser diffraction and scanning electron microscopy (SEM).
Results: Mucilage presence doubled the rhizosheath quantity compared to mucilage-free soil. Remarkably, constant wet conditions had an even more pronounced impact, significantly enhancing rhizosheath development, particularly in unsterilized soil with 22% clay. Conversely, DW cycles led to a notable reduction in rhizosheath compared to the wet treatment, likely due to physical interactions affecting rhizosheath formation. Notably, there were minimal treatment effects on particle aggregation outside the rhizosheath, with an average diameter of < 10 µm and limited influence from the water regime.
Conclusions: We conclude that water regime emerged as the key factor influencing mucilage's contribution to rhizosheath formation, while clay content and microbial activity played minor roles in this laboratory-based experiment.
Single Cell Atlas of Murine Crypt with Acute Radiation Enteritis
Authors: Chang Xudong , Li Hongyu , Guo Xiaozhong , Wang Le , Liu Han , Sun Guangchen , Chen Jiang , Gao Fei 
Published: November 2023

Abstract

Although intestinal stem cells (ISC) from the basement of the intestinal crypt play an essential role in intestinal mucosal repair and epithelial regeneration, and stem cell transplantation is effective in treating rats and dogs with radioactive enteritis, there is still a dearth of relevant research. We performed extensive single-cell sequencing of colon crypts and immune cells in irradiated enteritis mice. We presented the significant differences in cell clusters of mice intestinal crypts after radiation, and further identified the significantly differentially expressed gene PLAC8, a novel specific marker of radio-inflammatory damage in Goblet cells. Our results further confirm the plasticity of Goblet cells in radiation enteritis, and the upregulation of the PLAC8 gene promotes Goblet cells' involvement in epithelial regeneration, providing new insights into the molecular pathways of radiation injury-induced regeneration and fundamental data for the treatment of radiation enteritis.
An Efficient Forward Semi-Lagrangian Model
Authors: Sun Wen Yih 
Published: November 2023

Abstract
An efficient forward trajectory model is proposed, in which the property and position of the fluids advected from the Euler coordinates to the Lagrangian coordinates can be accurately evaluated. After sorting and aligning those fluid elements on the irregular Lagrangian curves, we apply the cubic or other high-degree polynomials to interpolate the properties of the elements from the irregular curves to the regular grids. There is no need to solve the cubic equations and the associated coefficients as proposed previously. The model is very simple, accurate, and much more efficient than the previous models. It also allows higher-order polynomials to be employed in the interpolations. It is suitable for simulating the multi-dimensional fast-moving flows with large Courant Numbers, the transport of pollutants in the atmosphere and ocean, and movement of raindrops in atmospheric models.
Lymphedema after Saphenous Harvesting for Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery: Case Report and Literature Review
Authors: Mirhosseini Seyed Mohsen , Soltanipur Masood , Yarmohammadi Hossein , Rezaei Mahdi , Sheikhi Zahra 
Published: November 2023

Abstract
Different causes have been reported for secondary lymphedema as reported in this article. A 75-year-old man was diagnosed with lymphedema about one decade after saphenous harvesting for coronary artery bypass surgery. It took two years for him to find out his diagnosis and receive the proper treatment. After standard complete decongestive therapy, his volume and pain decreased and his quality of life was improved, especially its physical aspect. It is important to recognize the possibility of lymphedema development after saphenous harvesting among patients undergoing coronary artery bypass surgery to prevent significant disturbance of quality of life with timely management.
Historical and Projected Changes in Chill Hours and Spring Freeze Risk in the Midwest United States
Authors: Ford Trent , Chen Liang , Wahle Elizabeth , Todey Dennis , Nowatzkie Laurie 
Published: November 2023

Abstract
In the United States Midwest region, the dormant or cold season has experienced significant change over the past several decades due to human-caused global warming, and changes are projected to continue or intensify through the end of the century. Realized and potential changes in crop chill hour accumulation and spring freeze injury risk are particularly concerning for specialty growers in the Midwest region, but relatively little work has been done to assess these changes and help guide producer management strategies accordingly. In this study, we use a combination of historical observations and CMIP6 multi-model ensemble projections to assess recent and projected changes in chill hour accumulation and spring freeze injury risk in the Midwest, using specific examples of apple and peach crops. We find chill hour accumulation has increased in much of the Midwest since 1950 and CMIP6 projections show continued increases through the next 70+ years. While the southern Midwest is projected to lose chill hours through late century, the rate of decrease likely does not necessitate a substantial shift to lower chill requirement fruit cultivars. All varieties of apples and peaches tested would still be chill hour suitable for all but the far southern Midwest by late century under even the highest emissions scenario. Model projections also show decreased spring freeze injury risk across the southern Midwest due to earlier last spring freeze dates and slightly later bloom dates. Most of the central and northern Midwest are projected to experience small or negligible changes in spring freeze injury risk due to roughly equivalent trends in spring freeze and bloom dates. We present an important assessment of climate change impacts on Midwest perennial cropping systems; however, more collaborative work is needed between scientists, practitioners, and providers to both assess the current and future specialty crop agriculture risks due to climate change and explore viable solutions to ensure a resilient and growing Midwest specialty crop industry in the face of changing climate, economic, and social systems.
Infrared thermography to assess thermoregulatory reactions of buffalo heifers
supplemented with cumin and molasses during different seasons under field conditions
Authors: Kumar Gaurav , Singh Sohanvir , Bhalakiya Nikita , Ukey Apeksha , Jaglan Rajkumar 
Published: November 2023

Abstract

The aim of the present study was to demonstrate the effect of cumin and molasses supplementation on thermographic profile of Murrah heifers at different anatomical locations viz., forehead temperature (°C), eye temperature (°C), ear temperature (°C), elbow joint temperature (°C) and flank temperature (°C) during different season. A total of 24 Murrah heifers, maintained at Kathura village of Sonipat district (India) were selected and monitored for the thermal profiling at different anatomical locations of body using infrared thermography at monthly interval during winter, hot dry and hot humid seasons using an IR camera (ThermaCamTM SC2000;FLIR Systems, Inc., Wilsonville, OR, USA). Thermograms were analysed by ThermaCamTM Researcher 2001 software (FLIR Systems AB, Danderyd, Sweden). Statistical analysis revealed that different supplement and seasons had significant (P < 0.05) effect on body surface temperature at different anatomical sites. The magnitude of the increase in the IRT temperature at different anatomical regions of Murrah heifers was lower in the treatment groups compared to control group. The temperature of the eye region and the rectal temperature of Murrah heifers were found to be closely related. The results of the study suggest that cumin and molasses can be used to alleviate heat stress in Murrah buffaloe heifers. Further, infrared thermography of eyes can be used as non-invasive method for assessing the heat stress levels of Murrah heifers without disturbing the animal welfare.
Diabetes: A potential mediator of associations between polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon exposure and stroke
Authors: Zhang Aikai , Zhang Hongda , Mi Lijie , Ding Lei , Jiang Zihan , Yu Fengyuan , Tang Min 
Published: November 2023

Abstract
Epidemiological evidence suggests associations between exposure to polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) and cardiovascular disease (CVD), while diabetes is a common risk factor on CVD. The present study aims to clarify the effect of high PAH exposure on diabetes and stroke in general population. A total of 7,849 individuals aged ≥ 20 years from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey 2007–2016 were included in the study. The logistic regression analysis modeled the association between PAH exposure and diabetes as well as stroke. The analysis yielded odds ratios (ORs) and 95% confidence intervals (CIs). The study also evaluated the potential mediating role of diabetes in the relation between PAH exposure and stroke via mediating effects analyses. Of the 7849 eligible participants, 1,424 cases of diabetes and 243 cases of stroke were recorded. After adjusting for covariates including age, gender, smoking status, education level, marital status, physical activity, hypertension, low-density lipoprotein cholesterol, and BMI, the ORs for stroke in the highest quartile (Q4) of total urinary PAHs were 1. 96 (95% CI: 1.11–3.46, P = 0.020) as compared to the lowest quartile (Q1) of total urinary PAHs. The ORs for diabetes in the Q4 of total urinary PAHs were 1.56 (95% CI: 1.15–2.11, P = 0.005). Additionally, the ORs between Q4 and Q1 for stroke and diabetes concerning exposure to 2-hydroxynaphthalene were 2.20 (95%CI: 1.18–4.07, P = 0.013) and 1.39 (95%CI: 1.07–1.82, P = 0.015) correspondingly. The mediation analysis found that diabetes accounted for 5.31% of the associations between urinary PAHs and the prevalence of stroke. Urinary metabolites of PAH have been linked to stroke and diabetes. Increasing the risk of diabetes may play a significant role in mediating the association between exposure to PAHs and increased risk of stroke. Monitoring and improving glucose metabolism in individuals with high exposure to PAHs may aid in reducing the prevalence of stroke.
Insulator, resister, and conductor are capacitors
Authors: Shang Muyuan 
Published: November 2023

Abstract
The phenomenon of dispersion and absorption in materiel has been interpreted by dielectric polarization for more than a century. A different theory for the phenomenon was constructed after the capacitance had been found in rock. The new theory has also proven that an insulator is with capacitance. The phenomenon of negative dielectric constant in the conductor (metals) is hard to be explained by polarization theory. All the formulas describing the dispersion based on the polarization theory are empirical formulas and contradict with each other. This essay shows that the conductor (metals) is also with capacitance and the negative dielectric constant is mainly caused by induction. The bottleneck effect for the current causes material capacitance. The capacitance formula of this new theory is same to the different polarization based empirical formulas mathematically. The material capacitance formula can be adopted to insulators, resistors, and conductors. In the previous articles conducted by the author, it was proven that the capacitance formula can be adopted to insulators and resistors. In this article, it has mainly proven that the capacitance formula can be also adopted to the conductor. In brief, all the materials such as the insulator, the resistor, and the conductor have capacitance. This paper puts together the explanation of dispersion from the empirical formula to the theory conduced formula.
Comparison of Upgrading to Conduction System Pacing and Biventricular Pacing in Patients with Pacemaker-induced Cardiomyopathy
Authors: Chen Ying , Ma Peipei , Yang Yiheng , Li Guocao , Ma Chengming , Fa Qing , Gao Lianjun , Xia Yunlong , Dong Yingxue 
Published: November 2023

Abstract
Background: Pacemaker-induced cardiomyopathy (PICM) is common in patients with right ventricular pacing (RVP). We are still not clear whether the conduction system pacing (CSP) upgrade is better than the traditional biventricular pacing (BiVP) upgrade.
Objective: To illustrate the performances of different upgrade modalities in patients with PICM.
Methods: All patients with PICM were consecutively enrolled and followed for at least one year regardless of resynchronization upgrade from 2017 to 2021. Clinical data, including echocardiographic parameters, electrocardiogram measurements and cardiac function, were collected and compared.
Results: A total of 73 patients were enrolled. Forty-eight patients had a resynchronization upgrade including 11 patients with BiVP, 24 patients with HBP and 13 patients with LBBP. The QRS duration (127.81±31.89 vs. 177.08±34.35ms, P<0.001), NYHA class (2.28±0.70 vs. 3.04±0.54, P<0.05), left ventricular end-diastolic diameter (LVEDD) (54.08±4.80 vs. 57.50±4.85mm, P<0.05) and LVEF (44.46±6.39 vs. 33.15±5.25%, P<0.001) improved significantly in patients with upgrade, while no improvement was detected in patients without upgrade. The range of improvement in QRS duration (59.65±11.71 vs. 34.67±13.32ms, P<0.001), LVEDD (5.80±1.71 vs. 3.16±1.35mm, P<0.001), LVEF (12.80±3.66 vs. 6.93±3.04%, P<0.001) were more significant in patients with CSP compared with BiVP. However, the range of improvement of LVEDD and LVEF were not different between LBBP and HBP. The threshold in LBBP was lower than HBP (1.01±0.43 vs. 1.33±0.32V, P=0.019).
Conclusion: The improvement of clinical outcomes in CSP were more significant than in BiVP. CSP may be an alternative therapy of CRT in patients with PICM. LBBP would be a better choice for achieving lower thresholds compared with HBP.
Impact of co-morbid common mental disorder symptoms in people with epilepsy in Ethiopia on quality of life and functional disability: a cohort study
Authors: Tsigebrhan Ruth , Medhin Girmay , Belina Merga , Newton Charles R. , Hanlon Charlotte 
Published: November 2023

Abstract
Background
There is very limited prospective evidence on the impact of co-morbid mental health conditions in people with epilepsy living in low and middle-income countries. The objective of this study was to investigate the impact of common mental disorder (CMD; depression/anxiety) symptoms and risky substance use in people with epilepsy in Ethiopia on quality of life and functioning over six months.
Methods
A prospective cohort study of people with epilepsy was carried out in four districts of south-central Ethiopia. Comorbid CMD symptoms, risky substance uses (exposures) and the primary outcome, quality of life (QoL) was measured at baseline and 6 months follow-up. Secondary outcomes functional disability and seizure frequency were measured at follow-up. Multivariable linear regression was employed to evaluate whether comorbid CMD symptoms predicted a change in QoL and functional disability. Structural equation modelling (SEM) was employed to examine direct and indirect pathways linking co-morbid CMD symptoms with QoL or functional disability.
Results
In the multivariable regression model, neither CMD symptoms (β coef= -0.37, 95%CI -1.30, + 0.55) nor moderate to high risk of alcohol use (β= -0.70, 95% CI -9.20, + 7.81) were significantly associated with a change in QoL, and there was no effect modification by treatment engagement. In SEM, QoL at 6 months was significantly predicted by seizure frequency. The summative effect of CMD on QoL was significant (B= -0.27, 95%CI -0.48, -0.056), although direct and indirect associations were non-significant. Change in functional disability was not significantly associated with baseline CMD symptoms (β coef.= -0.03, 95% CI-0.48,+0.54) or with moderate to high risk of alcohol use (β coef.= -1.31, 95% CI -5.89, 3.26). However, in the SEM model, functional disability at 6 months was predicted by both baseline CMD symptoms (B = 0.24, 95% CI 0.06, 0.41) and seizure frequency (B = 0.67, 95% CI 0.46, 0.87).
Conclusions
In this rural Ethiopian setting, co-morbid CMD symptoms and seizure frequency in PWE independently predicted functional disability in people with epilepsy. The association between CMD symptoms and QoL was less conclusive. Integrated management of mental health and neurological conditions is needed to better address the psychosocial needs and improved functioning of people with epilepsy.
Enhancing the lab scale biohydrogen production from co-substrates through dark fermentation by bacterial monocultures and bacterial consortium
Authors: Mumtha Chelladurai , Mahalingam Pambayan ulagan 
Published: November 2023

Abstract
Dark fermentative biohydrogen production with other waste biomass needs to be explored as an alternative for sustainable biohydrogen production in future. the biohydrogen production from co-substrates (DW + SCB) using bacterial monocultures and its consortium was performed through dark fermentation in a laboratory scale reactor. Co-substrates are a promising substrate for enhanced biohydrogen production. For the experimental set-up, a 1-L-working-volume reactor was used for biohydrogen production by bacterial monocultures and consortium on co-substrates. A batch experiment was performed at 37°C with an initial pH of 7.0 and a mixing ratio of 600:300 between DW and solid SCB. Total solids, volatile solids, total chemical oxygen demand, soluble chemical oxygen demand, and hydrogen production rate were determined from co-substrates during the dark fermentation process. Morphological changes of biohydrogen producing bacteria binds on co-substrates after the fermentation process were determined using SEM imaging. The bacteria can degrade the substrate when they attach to it causing hole formation and cracked the surface area. The level of biohydrogen production by bacterial consortium was observed and the results revealed a 8 cumulative hydrogen production of 1098 mL H2/L, HPR of 35.9 mL H2/h/L, and HY of 3.6 mL/H2/gVS(removal) utilizing co-substrates at pH 7.
Optimizing Nicardipine Dosage for Effective Control of Pituitrin-Induced Hypertension in Laparoscopic Myomectomy Undergoing Total Intravenous Anesthesia
Authors: Wang Tingting , Wang Chen , Chen Yunyun , Zhang Xixue 
Published: November 2023

Abstract

Background
This study aimed to determine the median effective dose (ED50) and 95% effective dose (ED95) of nicardipine for treating pituitrin-induced hypertension during laparoscopic myomectomy, providing guidance for the management of intraoperative blood pressure in such patients.
Methods
Among the initial 40 participants assessed, 24 underwent elective laparoscopic myomectomy. A sequential up-and-down method was employed to ascertain the ED50 of nicardipine based on its antihypertensive efficacy. Nicardipine was initially administered at 6 µg/kg following the diagnosis of pituitrin-induced hypertension in the first patient. Dosing adjustments were made to achieve the desired antihypertensive effect, restoring systolic blood pressure and heart rate to within ± 20% of baseline within 120 seconds. The dosing increment or reduction was set at 0.5 µg/kg for effective or ineffective responses, respectively. The ED50 and ED95 of nicardipine were calculated using Probit regression by Maximum Likelihood Estimation (MLE) to establish dose-response curves and confidence intervals.
Results
24 patients were included for analysis finally. The ED50 and ED95 of nicardipine for blood pressure control after pituitrin injection were determined. The study found that the ED50 of nicardipine for treating pituitrin-induced hypertension was 4.839 µg/kg (95% CI: 4.569–5.099 µg/kg), and the ED95 was estimated at 5.308 µg/kg (95% CI: 5.065–6.496 µg/kg). Nicardipine effectively mitigated the hypertensive response caused by pituitrin without inducing significant tachycardia or hypotension.
Conclusions
Nicardipine effectively controlled blood pressure after pituitrin injection during laparoscopic myomectomy, with ED50 and ED95 values established. This research highlights the potential utility of nicardipine in addressing hypertensive responses induced by pituitrin, particularly in clinical settings where pituitrin is routinely administered.
Drone agrotechnology’s for cotton (Gossypium hirsutum L.) Protection against pest and diseases in Western of Burkina Faso
Authors: ZONGO Adama , BADINI Oumar , KABORE Emile , TRAORE Adama , SAWADOGO Sylvestre , SAWADOGO Mahamadou 
Published: November 2023

Abstract
Background
Drone technologies, also known as "unmanned aerial vehicles" (UAVs) or "unmanned aerial systems" (UAS), have a wide range of applications, including mapping, land-use planning, crop/infrastructure damage assessment, fertilizer spraying and precision crop protection. However, its use is still very limited in the agricultural sector in Africa in general and in Burkina Faso in particular.
Results
This study was initiated to explore the potential of UAVs for optimizing cotton yields through monitoring and phytosanitary efficiency. To this end, phytosanitary treatments and monitoring of vegetation status using multispectral drone imagery were carried out on cotton. The experimental sample consisted of four (04) cotton fields in four (04) locations. Phytosanitary treatments and aerial photography were respectively carried out using a DJI AGRAS T16 spray drone and a DJI Phantom 4 Multispectral drone. Phytosanitary treatment with DJI AGRAS T16 drone resulted in savings of 32.41% in treatment duration, 23.58% in water, 1% in pesticides and 10.5% in labor compared with manual spraying, but did not have a positive impact on boll yields due to jassid populations attack. The RGB and NDVI vegetation indices generated by photogrammetric processing of multispectral images acquired by drone enabled us to perceive phytosanitary state of cotton plants during their development cycle.
Conclusion
Information provided by these vegetation indices and by this study in general can be used to improve the efficiency of phytosanitary treatments against cotton pests and diseases.