bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Variations in triple oxygen isotope of speleothems from the Asian monsoon region reveal moisture sources over the past 300 years
Authors: Sha Lijuan , Wassenburg Jasper A. , Sha Lifen , Li Youwei , Zhou Shilun , Liang Qisheng , Zhao Jingyao , Ruan Jiaoyang , Li Hanying , Zhao Xinnan , Duan Pengzhen , Wang Jian , Lu Jiayu , Zhang Haiwei , Kathayat Gayatri , Mahata Sasadhar , Ban Fengmei , Li Ting-Yong , Cheng Hai 
Published: October 2023

AbstractCharacterization of moisture origins is crucial to understanding hydroclimatic processes. Nevertheless, documenting past atmospheric moisture contents and their sources remains challenging partially due to insufficient moisture-tracing proxies. Here, we present triple oxygen isotope compositions in 21 cave speleothems from monsoonal Asia to examine spatial moisture origin differences in eastern Asia over the past 300 years. Our data suggest an isotopic equilibrium fractionation during speleothem formation, and thus parent water 17O anomalies (Δ′17O) values reconstructed from speleothems preserve information on moisture origins and recycling across space. Notably, speleothem Δ′17O records exhibit a distinct geographical distribution, with low values in central-eastern and southern China, high values in northwestern and northern China, and relatively high values in the Yangtze River region. This spatial pattern underscores the diverse influence of different moisture sources regulated by regional hydrological circulation, and demonstrates the potential use of speleothem Δ′17O in reconstructing the moisture cycle at spatial scales.
Failure of load-bearing dyke networks as a trigger for volcanic edifice collapse
Authors: Thiele Samuel T. , Cruden Alexander R. , Micklethwaite Steven 
Published: October 2023

AbstractMost large ocean-island volcanoes are gravitationally unstable. Some deform slowly, forming long-lived slumps, while others collapse and generate potentially dangerous debris avalanches. Here we investigate the effect of pervasive dyke networks on edifice instability, using data from La Palma, Spain. Like fibre-reinforced composites, where rigid layers are embedded in a compliant matrix, we find that dykes experience higher stress than surrounding host rocks. If the ratio of dyke to host stiffness is larger than the corresponding strength ratio, the dyke network will fail first, causing a rapid stress redistribution and possibly triggering edifice collapse. Fibre bundle models of a weak layer crosscut by dykes suggest this can occur with less seismicity or deformation than models without dykes. The models also suggest that dyke network strength could determine the potential for rapid collapse rather than gradual slump-type deformation. We conclude that dyke networks should be considered when assessing volcanic edifice stability.
Recharge net metering (ReNeM) is a novel, cost-effective management strategy to incentivize groundwater recharge
Authors: Bruce Molly , Sherman Luke , Bruno Ellen , Fisher Andrew T. , Kiparsky Michael 
Published: October 2023

AbstractManaged aquifer recharge, which uses available water to augment groundwater resources, holds promise as a strategy to reduce chronic groundwater overdraft. However, water management agencies often confront hurdles when implementing managed aquifer recharge. Favourable sites for recharging water are often located on private land, and common-pool resource conflicts frequently disincentivize voluntary private participation. We introduce recharge net metering (ReNeM), a conceptually novel, market-based mechanism to help overcome these barriers and achieve multiple extractive and non-extractive benefits from improved groundwater management. ReNeM enables an agency to incentivize practices that enhance infiltration and groundwater recharge. Here we formalize the basis for incentivizing recharge and conduct a multi-party cost–benefit analysis of an operating ReNeM programme in California’s Pajaro Valley. Calculations show that water supply from ReNeM can be achieved at a lower cost than many viable alternatives and can produce multiple benefits for collaborating entities and stakeholders.
Thematic Analysis of Personal Narratives Spoken by Autistic Adults of Underrepresented Genders
Authors: Coburn Kelly L. , Williams Diane L. 
Published: October 2023

Purpose:
Underrepresentation of transgender men and women, gender-expansive people, and cisgender women in autism research has created barriers to appropriate, timely identification and supports that can improve quality of life. To address this need, this study investigated themes in spoken narratives produced by autistic adults whose genders are marginalized and compared them to those of cisgender men. These themes can provide insight into common topics among autistic narrators of diverse genders and dispel stereotypes based on previous research with cisgender men and boys.

Method:

Twenty autistic adults of diverse genders told stories about their personal experiences. Two stories from each participant were analyzed: (a)
Interest,
about something the participant really likes to do, and (b)
People,
about an experience they shared with others. Major themes and subthemes in the narratives were identified using reflexive thematic analysis.

Results:

Participants of all genders described how their personal interests connect them to other people, even when not explicitly instructed to do so. Major themes in the
People
narratives included specific places and opportunities to help. Participants shared
Interest
stories about multiple facets of the arts. Subthemes of nature and history were common in both narrative tasks.

Conclusions:
Autistic participants, especially women, trans men, and gender-expansive people, consistently emphasized the importance of connecting with other people in their personal narratives. This finding challenges antisocial stereotypes of autistic people. Improved representation of trans and gender-expansive people and cisgender women in research can contribute to better services and supports for autistic people.
Sulfur isotope ratios in the Large Magellanic Cloud
Authors: Gong Y. , Henkel C. , Menten K. M. , Chen C.-H. R. , Zhang Z. Y. , Yan Y. T. , Weiss A. , Langer N. , Wang J. Z. , Mao R. Q. , Tang X. D. , Yang W. , Ao Y. P. , Wang M. 
Published: October 2023

Context. Sulfur isotope ratios have emerged as a promising tool for tracing stellar nucleosynthesis, quantifying stellar populations, and investigating the chemical evolution of galaxies. While they are extensively studied in the context of the Milky Way, they still remain largely unexplored in extragalactic environments.
Aims. We focus on investigating the sulfur isotope ratios in the Large Magellanic Cloud (LMC) to gain insights into sulfur enrichment in this nearby system and to establish benchmarks for such ratios in metal-poor galaxies.
Methods. We conducted pointed observations of CS and its isotopologues toward N113, one of the most prominent star-formation regions in the LMC, utilizing the Atacama Pathfinder EXperiment 12 m telescope.
Results. We present the first robust detection of C33S in the LMC by successfully identifying two C33S transitions on a large scale of ∼5 pc. Our measurements result in an accurate determination of the 34S/33S isotope ratio, which is 2.0 ± 0.2. Our comparative analysis indicates that the 32S/33S and 34S/33S isotope ratios are about a factor of two lower in the LMC than in the Milky Way.
Conclusions. Our findings suggest that the low 34S/33S isotope ratio in the LMC can be attributed to a combination of the age effect, low metallicity, and star formation history.
Glukose-Messungen und Rili-BÄK: Anpassung der Akzeptanzgrenzen bei der internen und externen Qualitätskontrolle
Authors: Kaiser Patricia , Grote-Koska Denis , Freckmann Guido , Petersmann Astrid , Nauck Matthias , Heinemann Lutz 
Published: October 2023

ZusammenfassungEine qualitätsgesicherte Glukosemessung ist für die adäquate Betreuung von Patienten mit Diabetes von hoher Bedeutung. Grundlage dafür sind die Vorgaben in der Richtlinie der Bundesärztekammer zur Qualitätssicherung laboratoriumsmedizinischer Untersuchungen – Rili-BÄK. Die Bestehensgrenzen für die interne wie die externe Qualitätskontrolle wurden im Mai 2023 aktualisiert. Die Akzeptanzgrenzen für die interne Qualitätskontrolle wurden auf ±5% und für die externe Qualitätskontrolle auf ±8% abgesenkt. Basierend auf den Ergebnissen von bereits durchgeführten Kontrollmessungen der internen Qualitätskontrolle und Ringversuchen wurde evaluiert, welche Konsequenzen diese Änderungen der Qualitätskriterien möglicherweise haben.Die Ergebnisse dieser Auswertung unter Anwendung der neuen, strengeren Qualitätskriterien weisen darauf hin, dass die meisten Glukose-Analysesysteme die angepassten Vorgaben für die Akzeptanzgrenzen erfüllen werden.
Protocol of a Nerve Neurotmesis Sciatic Repair using Polyvinyl Alcohol Biofilm in Wistar Rats
Authors: Lacerda Brito Ana Camila Nobre de , Oliveira Maria Danielly Lima de , Andrade César Augusto Souza de , Silva Hélida Cristina Cirilo da , Queiroz Paulo César da Silva , Santos Sara Emanuely Veríssimo , Martins Wilayane Alves , Santos Estela Batista , Sobrinho Romero Andion de Medeiros , Ribeiro Kalline Lourenço , Silva Júnior Alberto Galdino da , Moraes Sílvia Regina Arruda de 
Published: October 2023

Abstract
Background Animal models are commonly used to assess the efficacy of new materials to be employed in the surgical repair of a nerve injury. However, there is no published surgical repair protocol for sciatic nerve neurotmesis in rats.
Objective To produce and evaluate a protocol for the tubing technique using a polyvinyl alcohol biofilm after sciatic nerve neurotmesis.
Methods Eighteen rats were randomized into 3 groups (n = 6 per group): control group - CG, neurotmesis group - NG, and neurotmesis biofilm group - NBG. The NG and NBG animals were submitted to neurotmesis of the sciatic nerve at 60 days of life, followed by suture of the nerve stumps; in the NBG, the animals had the suture involved by polyvinyl alcohol biofilm. A descriptive evaluation of the surgical technique was performed after the experimental period. The Shapiro-Wilk normality test was used for body weight, and analysis of variance (ANOVA) with Bonferroni posthoc (p < 0.05) was applied.
Results All groups showed good repair of the skin and muscle sutures; however, 33.30% of the CG presented disruption of skin points. Furthermore, 16.70% of the stumps were not structurally aligned and 33.30% had neuromas in the NG, while in the NBG, all stumps were aligned and none of them had neuroma .
Conclusions The present study was able to produce a protocol with high reproducibility in view of the mechanical stability, targeting of the nerve stumps, muscle healing, the low frequency of skin breakage and the low complexity level of the technique, and it can be used in future studies that aim to evaluate other biomaterials for nerve repair in rats.
Syringomyelia: Retrospective Analysis of 30 Surgically Treated Patients from the Northeast of Brazil
Authors: do Vale Bruna Lisboa , Holanda Maurus Marques de Almeida , Valença Marcelo Moraes , Araújo Neto Severino Aires de 
Published: October 2023

Abstract
Introduction Syringomyelia is a chronic disease characterized by the presence of intramedullary cavity. Chiari malformation (CM) and basilar impression (BI) are conditions usually associated with syringomyelia. Its prevalence has wide geographical variation, being higher in the Northeast of Brazil, making it relevant to study the subject in this region.
Objective To analyze the frequency of signs, symptoms, and surgical aspects observed in patients undergoing decompressive treatment.
Methods We performed a retrospective analysis of the medical records of patients diagnosed with syringomyelia who received decompressive surgical treatment in various hospitals in João Pessoa, Paraíba, between 1994 and 2021.
Results Thirty patients were analyzed. Twenty-nine (96.7%) presented CM and 27 (90.0%) also presented BI. A wide variety of symptoms was found, with significant prevalence of muscle weakness, neck pain, and headache. Brevicollis, a finding considered typical of the Northeastern region and associated with craniocervical junction malformations, was present in 66.7%. The surgical technique used in 90% of patients was similar. Fourteen (46.7%) patients presented difficult craniocervical junction and 4 (13.3%) had occipital bone assimilation. Eighteen (60.0%) presented thickening of the arachnoid membrane. Postoperatively, there was clinical improvement in 21 patients (70%).
Conclusions The sample majorly had CM and BI associated with syringomyelia. High prevalence of signs and symptoms related to the Brazilian northeastern phenotype was also found. Syringomyelia, therefore, has peculiarities in the population of the Northeast of Brazil that, when described, allow better understanding of the pathology in this group.
run away!
Authors: Labrador Belén 
Published: October 2023

Drawing on a previous translation-based study on the manner and path of motion in English and Spanish (Labrador 2018), this paper examines a tier-1 word (Beck et al. 2002), the verb run, with the aim of illustrating how parallel corpora can assist in revealing the iceberg underneath the tip of core vocabulary, i.e., in providing the co-text, uses and translations of basic words. The parallel corpus P-ACTRES has been used to analyze all the occurrences of run, comparing fiction and non-fiction, identifying the most frequent collocates, and contrasting its use followed by a satellite with the corresponding translations. The results show a more frequent use of this combination in fiction and crosslinguistic differences in terms of patterns and collocates in the expression of motion.
Opera audio description in the spoken-written language continuum
Authors: Hermosa-Ramírez Irene 
Published: October 2023

Corpus linguistics research on audio description (AD) – the verbal rendering of visual information generally targeted at people with visual impairment – has focused on film and museums. The present corpus gathers opera AD scripts from the Liceu opera house (Bacelona) and Teatro Real (Madrid), and sorts them into four subcorpora, two devoted to AD throughout the performance and two comprising audio introductions (AI). I set to interrogate where opera AD falls in the spoken-written language continuum. The results suggest that all subcorpora are of a high lexical density, and in terms of lexical variation, the standardised type-token ratio remains below 50%. The mean sentence and word length, and the Flesch-Szigriszt readability results lead us to place the AIs closer to written language than ADs.
Gravitational decoherence by the apparatus in the quantum-gravity-induced entanglement of masses
Authors: Gunnink Fabian , Mazumdar Anupam , Schut Martine , Toroš Marko 
Published: October 2023

Abstract
One of the outstanding questions in modern physics is how to test whether gravity is classical or quantum in a laboratory. Recently there has been a proposal to test the quantum nature of gravity by creating quantum superpositions of two nearby neutral masses, close enough that the quantum nature of gravity can entangle the two quantum systems, but still sufficiently far away that all other known Standard Model interactions remain negligible. However, preparing superposition states of a neutral mass (the light system) requires the vicinity of laboratory apparatus (the heavy system). We will suppose that such a heavy system can be modelled as another quantum system; since gravity is universal, the lighter system can get entangled with the heavier system, providing an inherent source of gravitational decoherence. In this paper, we will consider a toy model composed of two light and two heavy quantum oscillators prepared in the motional ground state, forming pairs of probe-detector systems, and study under what conditions the entanglement between two light systems evades the decoherence induced by the heavy systems. We conclude by estimating the decoherence in the proposed experiment for testing the quantum nature of gravity.
A comparative study of the physical properties of layered transition metal nitride halides MNCl (M = Zr, Hf): DFT based insights
Authors: Azad Shaher , Rano B Rahman , Syed Ishtiaque M , Naqib S H 
Published: October 2023

Abstract
ZrNCl and HfNCl belong to a class of layered transition metal nitride halides MNCl (M = Zr, Hf). They are from the space group R-3m (No-166) and crystallize in the rhombohedral structure. Both of these materials have shown promising semiconducting behaviors. Recent studies showed their versatility as semiconductors and also as superconductors when intercalated with alkaline metals. This paper explores the mechanical, optical and electronic properties of these two semiconducting crystals in depth. A comparative study between the two materials in their elastic constants, anisotropy measures, electronic density of states and band structures, optical spectra has been performed with first principles density functional theory (DFT) based calculations within the local density approximation (with appropriate U for the energy gap calculations in case of HfNCl). HfNCl is more machinable than ZrNCl and is relatively softer as indicated by the lower Debye temperature. ZrNCl has stronger layering due to which it exhibits brittle nature. HfNCl has a larger band gap. ZrNCl is a better reflector of ultraviolet radiation. On the other hand, HfNCl is a good ultraviolet absorber. Both materials are anisotropic in regards to structure, electronic energy dispersion and optical parameters. Overall, the degree of anisotropy is more prominent in ZrNCl compared to that in HfNCl. Possible sectors for applications of the ZrNCl and HfNCl semiconductors are discussed.
A search for a muon to electron conversion in COMET
Authors: Fujii Yuki ,   the COMET collaboration
Published: October 2023

Abstract
The COMET experiment at J-PARC, Japan, aims to search for muon to electron conversion with
aluminium nuclei, achieving a sensitivity four orders of magnitude higher than the current upper
limit at a 90% confidence level. The proton beam line has recently been completed, and muons
have been successfully transported through the curved solenoid in the Phase-alpha of the
experiment. In this paper, we will present preliminary results from the Phase-alpha beam
measurement, the status of the intermediate sensitivity experiment (COMET Phase-I), and the
ultimate goal of COMET Phase-II.
Quantum curl forces
Authors: Berry M V , Shukla Pragya 
Published: October 2023

Abstract
Classical nonhamiltonian dynamics, driven by external ‘curl forces’ (which are not the gradient of a potential) is extended to the quantum domain. This is a generalisation of the two-stage Madelung procedure for the quantum Hamiltonian case: (i) considering not individual trajectories but families of them, characterised by their velocity and density fields (both functions of position and in general time); and (ii) adding the gradient of the quantum potential to the external curl force. Curl forces require the velocity field to have nonzero vorticity, so there is no underlying singlevalued wavefunction. Two explicit examples are presented. A possible experiment would be the motion of small particles with complex polarisability, influenced by forces from optical fields.
Optimized 3D interconnected foam-like NiO@rGO composite as a binder-free electrode for high-performance asymmetric supercapacitor
Authors: Liu Song , Shao Siqi , Xue Changguo , Li Jianjun 
Published: October 2023

Abstract
Bonding of transition metal oxides and highly conductive carbon materials to exploit the synergistic effect of both materials has been proven to be an efficient means to develop high-capacity electrode materials. A unique interconnected foam-like NiO@rGO structure was constructed by loading the NiO nanoparticles onto rGO frameworks as a binder-free supercapacitor electrode via three steps including hydrothermal reaction, electrodeposition and heating treatment. The morphology and crystallinity were tuned by controlling the electrodeposition time and heating temperature, and the electrochemical properties of the NiO@rGO composites were systematically investigated. The optimized NiO@rGO-250 composite showed excellent electrochemical properties (1399 F g−1 at 1 A g−1) and superior cycling stability. Furthermore, an asymmetric supercapacitor using NiO@rGO and active carbon as two electrodes achieved a high specific energy of 40.4 Wh k g−1 at a specific power of 750 W k g−1.
Single-cell gene set scoring with nearest neighbor graph smoothed data (gssnng)
Authors: Gibbs David L , Strasser Michael K , Huang Sui 
Published: October 2023

Abstract

Summary
Gene set scoring (or enrichment) is a common dimension reduction task in bioinformatics that can be focused on the differences between groups or at the single sample level. Gene sets can represent biological functions, molecular pathways, cell identities, and more. Gene set scores are context dependent values that are useful for interpreting biological changes following experiments or perturbations. Single sample scoring produces a set of scores, one for each member of a group, which can be analyzed with statistical models that can include additional clinically important factors such as gender or age. However, the sparsity and technical noise of single-cell expression measures create difficulties for these methods, which were originally designed for bulk expression profiling (microarrays, RNAseq). This can be greatly remedied by first applying a smoothing transformation that shares gene measure information within transcriptomic neighborhoods. In this work, we use the nearest neighbor graph of cells for matrix smoothing to produce high quality gene set scores on a per-cell, per-group, level which is useful for visualization and statistical analysis.

Availability and implementation
The gssnng software is available using the python package index (PyPI) and works with Scanpy AnnData objects. It can be installed using “pip install gssnng.” More information and demo notebooks: see https://github.com/IlyaLab/gssnng.