bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Patterns of infringement, risk, and impact driven by coal mining permits in Indonesia
Authors: Werner Tim T. , Toumbourou Tessa , Maus Victor , Lukas Martin C. , Sonter Laura J. , Muhdar Muhamad , Runting Rebecca K. , Bebbington Anthony 
Published: October 2023

AbstractCoal mining is known for its contributions to climate change, but its impacts on the environment and human lives near mine sites are less widely recognised. This study integrates remote sensing, GIS, stakeholder interviews and extensive review of provincial data and documents to identify patterns of infringement, risk and impact driven by coal mining expansion across East Kalimantan, Indonesia. Specifically, we map and analyse patterns of mining concessions, land clearing, water cover, human settlement, and safety risks, and link them with mining governance and regulatory infractions related to coal mining permits. We show that excessive, improper permit granting and insufficient monitoring and oversight have led to deforestation, widespread overlaps of concessions with settlements, extensive boundary and regulatory violations, lacking reclamation, and numerous deaths. As the world’s largest thermal coal exporter, Indonesia’s elevated coal infringements, risks, and impacts translate to supply chain, sustainability, and human rights concerns for global coal markets.
Coinfections and antimicrobial treatment in a cohort of falciparum malaria in a non-endemic country: a 10-year experience
Authors: Küpper-Tetzel Claus P. , Idris Raja , Kessel Johanna , Schüttfort Gundolf , Hoehl Sebastian , Kohmer Niko , Graf Christiana , Hogardt Michael , Besier Silke , Wichelhaus Thomas A. , Vehreschild Maria J. G. T. , Stephan Christoph , Wetzstein Nils 
Published: October 2023

Abstract
Introduction
Falciparum malaria remains one of the deadliest infectious diseases worldwide. In Germany, it is mainly an imported infection among travellers. Rates of coinfection are often unknown, and a clinical rationale for the beneficial use of calculated antibiotic therapy in patients with malaria and suspected coinfection is lacking.

Methods
We conducted an analysis of all in-patients treated with falciparum malaria at a German infectious diseases centre in vicinity to one of Europe’s major airports for 2010–2019. Logistic regression and time-to-event analysis were used to evaluate predictors for bacterial coinfection, the use of antibacterial substances, as well as their influence on clinical course.

Results
In total, 264 patients were included. Of those, 64% received an additional antibacterial therapy (n = 169). Twenty-nine patients (11.0%) were found to have suffered from a relevant bacterial coinfection, while only a small fraction had relevant bacteremia (n = 3, 1.4%). However, patients with severe malaria did not suffer from coinfections more frequently (p = 0.283). CRP levels were not a reliable predictor for a bacterial coinfection (OR 0.99, 95% CI 0.94–1.06, p = 0.850), while another clinical focus of infection was positively associated (OR 3.86, 95% CI 1.45–11.55, p  = 0.010).

Conclusion
Although bacterial coinfections were rare in patients with malaria at our centre, the risk does not seem negligible. These data point rather towards individual risk assessment in respective patients than to general empiric antibiotic use.
Acacia decurrens tree plantations brought land use land cover change in northwestern of Ethiopia
Authors: Endalew Tesfahun , Anteneh Mesfin 
Published: October 2023

AbstractTree plantation-based land use in Ethiopia is a crucial sustainable approach to improving community income and reducing soil resource degradation in highland areas. The study aimed to evaluate land use and cover change and examine factors driving community transition from crop agriculture to tree plantation in Fagita Lekoma district. Landsat 1986, 2002 and 2020 images were used to generate the land use maps by using the maximum likelihood algorithm of supervised classification. This study utilized field observations, focus group discussions, and key informant interviews as crucial data collection tools for socioeconomic analysis. The change detection results show that cultivated land, grassland, and wetlands are significantly declining by 22.6, 20.1, and 63%, respectively. On the contrary, forestland and settlement areas are increasing by 210 and 1,665%, respectively. Forest cover was increased by 210% in the district’s study year, with the highest conversion rate of 15.1% from cultivated land to forest land in the overall study period. As a result, Acacia decurrens forestation is the main cause of the change of use from arable land to forest land systems. This tree plantation-based land use is also the main driving force behind shifting crop farming to tree plantation-based livelihoods because it increases economic benefits and employment opportunities, reduces soil erosion, and increases soil productivity in the area. To limit the negative consequences and raise the beneficial effects of tree plantations, systematic management of tree-based land use systems, integrated advanced land resource management, and increased economic and environmental benefits are suggested for the district.
Success Factors for Scaling Up and Raising Investment by Circular Entrepreneurs in Emerging Markets and Developing Economies
Authors: Rataj Olga , Türkeli Serdar 
Published: October 2023

AbstractThis paper sheds light on sustainability transitions in emerging markets and developing economies by analysing success factors for scaling up and raising investment by circular entrepreneurs with the use of qualitative comparative analysis (QCA). A systemic approach is adopted including internal, external, and contextual conditions. The paper provides both a theoretical contribution, in that a conceptual model of different relevant factors is presented as well as empirical validation based on a broad range of data distilled from surveys filled in by 33 entrepreneurs supported by three international projects, i.e. two by the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (Global Cleantech Innovation Programme and Private Financing Advisory Network) and one by Climate-KIC (Climate Launchpad). While three different relevant combinations of conditions have been identified for scaling up, there is no conclusive evidence of success factors for raising investment, and therefore, further conceptual and empirical work is recommended in this field.
RCoV19: A One-Stop Hub for SARS-CoV-2 Genome Data Integration, Variant Monitoring, and Risk Pre-Warning
Authors: Li Cuiping , Ma Lina , Zou Dong , Zhang Rongqin , Bai Xue , Li Lun , Wu Gangao , Huang Tianhao , Zhao Wei , Jin Enhui , Bao Yiming , Song Shuhui 
Published: October 2023

Abstract
The Resource for Coronavirus 2019 (RCoV19) is an open-access information resource dedicated to providing valuable data on the genomes, mutations, and variants of the severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2). In this updated implementation of RCoV19, we have made significant improvements and advancements over the previous version. Firstly, we have implemented a highly refined genome data curation model. This model now features an automated integration pipeline and optimized curation rules, enabling efficient daily updates of data in RCoV19. Secondly, we have developed a global and regional lineage evolution monitoring platform, alongside an outbreak risk pre-warning system. These additions provide a comprehensive understanding of SARS-CoV-2 evolution and transmission patterns, enabling better preparedness and response strategies. Thirdly, we have developed a powerful interactive mutation spectrum comparison module. This module allows users to compare and analyze mutation patterns, assisting in the detection of potential new lineages. Furthermore, we have incorporated a comprehensive knowledgebase on mutation effects. This knowledgebase serves as a valuable resource for retrieving information on the functional implications of specific mutations. In summary, RCoV19 serves as a vital scientific resource, providing access to valuable data, relevant information, and technical support in the global fight against COVID-19. The complete contents of RCoV19 are available to the public at https://ngdc.cncb.ac.cn/ncov/.
Multidrug-resistant VAP before and during the COVID-19 pandemic among hospitalized patients in a tertiary private hospital
Authors: Aligui Alec Ann Alissa F. , Abad Cybele Lara R. 
Published: October 2023

Abstract

Background:
There is limited data on ventilator-associated pneumonia (VAP) and multidrug-resistant VAP (MDR VAP) among COVID-19 patients.

Methods:
A retrospective study in a single, tertiary, private hospital in the Philippines was conducted comparing the incidence, profile, and patient outcomes of MDR VAP during the pre-COVID-19 (2018–2019) and COVID-19 (2020–2021) periods.

Results:
In total, 80/362 (22%) patients developed VAP, 27/204 (33.75%) from pre-COVID-19 and 53/158 (66.25%) from the COVID-19 period, respectively. The majority were male [20/27 (74%) vs 34/53 (64%)], with a median age of 66 (range 35–90) and 67 (range 32–92) years in each period, respectively. Comorbidities were similar, except cardiovascular disease (14/27 vs 11/53 patients, p-value 0.005) and chronic lung disease (14/27 vs 9/53 patients, p-value 0.0012). VAP incidence density was 19.3/1000 and 27.8/1000 ventilator days (p-value 0.9819)]; median length of stay before VAP for pre- and COVID-19 periods was 17 and 10 days, respectively (p-value <0.0001). Extended-spectrum β lactamase (ESBL)-producing resistance increased significantly [1/27 (3.7%) pre-COVID-19 vs 15/53 (28.3%)] during COVID-19, while Carbapenem-resistant Enterobacteriaceae resistance was higher in the pre-COVID-19 period (15/27 [56%] vs 10/53 [19%]). Mortality was high in both periods at 93% and 83%, respectively. On multivariate analysis, only female gender was associated with MDR VAP in the COVID-19 period (OR =3.47, [CI 1.019, 11.824], p-value < 0.047).

Conclusion:
The frequency of VAP and MDR VAP increased during the COVID-19 period, despite a shorter duration of hospital stay. The mortality of VAP was extremely high. Factors associated with increased risk of VAP and COVID-19 need to be studied further, and preventive measures should be prioritized.
Historical occurrence of Antarctic icebergs within mercantile shipping routes and the exceptional events of the 1890s
Authors: Headland Robert Keith , Hughes Nicholas Edward , Wilkinson Jeremy Paul 
Published: October 2023

Abstract
A major consideration for maritime activity in the Southern Hemisphere is the northern limit of icebergs, or the Southern Ocean Limit Of Known Ice (SOLOKI). This analysis of historical reports of icebergs during Southern Hemisphere voyages from 1687 to 1933 provides a basis for examination of their geographical and chronological occurrence during ~250 years. The analyses use tabulated data from 742 voyages and other reports from many sources, some including first-person descriptions. While these data are dependent on icebergs being reported by mariners, as well as the variable frequency of voyages, they demonstrate distinct periods of exceptional frequency of icebergs occurring in certain localities, particularly the far South Atlantic. Based upon historical records the evidence suggests unprecedented numbers of icebergs were present in southern shipping channels in the 1890s. When these historical observations are combined with modern iceberg drift trajectories, their possible origin can be elucidated. Owing to the numbers of icebergs seen and their geographical spread, our results suggest that this was possibly the largest near-synchronous calvings in the last 300 years, and the northernmost extent of the SOLOKI.
On a time-changed variant of the generalized counting process
Authors: Khandakar M. , Kataria K. K. 
Published: October 2023

AbstractIn this paper, we time-change the generalized counting process (GCP) by an independent inverse mixed stable subordinator to obtain a fractional version of the GCP. We call it the mixed fractional counting process (MFCP). The system of fractional differential equations that governs its state probabilities is obtained using the Z transform method. Its one-dimensional distribution, mean, variance, covariance, probability generating function, and factorial moments are obtained. It is shown that the MFCP exhibits the long-range dependence property whereas its increment process has the short-range dependence property. As an application we consider a risk process in which the claims are modelled using the MFCP. For this risk process, we obtain an asymptotic behaviour of its finite-time ruin probability when the claim sizes are subexponentially distributed and the initial capital is arbitrarily large. Later, we discuss some distributional properties of a compound version of the GCP.
STATIONARY REFLECTION AND THE FAILURE OF THE SCH
Authors: BEN-NERIA OMER , HAYUT YAIR , UNGER SPENCER 
Published: October 2023

AbstractIn this paper we prove that from large cardinals it is consistent that there is a singular strong limit cardinal
$\nu $
such that the singular cardinal hypothesis fails at
$\nu $
and every collection of fewer than
$\operatorname {\mathrm {cf}}(\nu )$
stationary subsets of
$\nu ^{+}$
reflects simultaneously. For
$\operatorname {\mathrm {cf}}(\nu )> \omega $
, this situation was not previously known to be consistent. Using different methods, we reduce the upper bound on the consistency strength of this situation for
$\operatorname {\mathrm {cf}}(\nu ) = \omega $
to below a single partially supercompact cardinal. The previous upper bound of infinitely many supercompact cardinals was due to Sharon.
PARTITIONS OF NATURAL NUMBERS AND THEIR WEIGHTED REPRESENTATION FUNCTIONS
Authors: LI SHUANG-SHUANG , SHAN YU-QING , YAN XIAO-HUI 
Published: October 2023

AbstractFor any positive integers
$k_1,k_2$
and any set
$A\subseteq \mathbb {N}$
, let
$R_{k_1,k_2}(A,n)$
be the number of solutions of the equation
$n=k_1a_1+k_2a_2$
with
$a_1,a_2\in A$
. Let g be a fixed integer. We prove that if
$k_1$
and
$k_2$
are two integers with
$2\le k_1<k_2$
and
$(k_1,k_2)=1$
, then there does not exist any set
$A\subseteq \mathbb {N}$
such that
$R_{k_1,k_2}(A,n)-R_{k_1,k_2}(\mathbb {N}\setminus A,n)=g$
for all sufficiently large integers n, and if
$1=k_1<k_2$
, then there exists a set A such that
$R_{k_1,k_2}(A,n)-R_{k_1,k_2}(\mathbb {N}\setminus A,n)=1$
for all positive integers n.
Promotion of improved intestinal barrier health by soybean-derived bioactive peptides in Chinese mitten crab (Eriocheir sinensis) fed a low fishmeal diet
Authors: Jiang Kemeng , Liu Bo , Sun Cunxin , Zhou Qunlan , Zheng Xiaochuan , Liu Mingyang , Xu Gangchun , Jin Wu , Tian Hongyan , Hu He 
Published: October 2023

AbstractTo alleviate the growth inhibition, and intestinal damage of Chinese mitten crab (Eriocheir sinensis) induced by low fishmeal diets (LF), an 8-week feeding trial was conducted to evaluate the addition of dietary soybean-derived bioactive peptides (SBP) in LF diets on the regulation of growth, digestion and intestinal health. The crabs were fed isonitrogenous and isoenergetic conventional diet and LF diets (10 % fishmeal replaced by soybean meal, LF) supplemented with 0, 1 %, 2 %, 4 % and 6 % SBP, respectively. The results showed that LF diet inhibited growth while inclusion of SBP quadratically remitted the growth inhibition induced by LF. For digestive function, increasing addition level of SBP quadratically improved the α-amylase and trypsin activities. For antioxidant function, LF group significantly increased the malondialdehyde content, while SBP linearly decreased the malondialdehyde level and cubically increased the anti-superoxide anion activity and total antioxidant capacity level. For intestinal health, the peritrophic membrane (PM) almost completely separated from the inner wall of the intestinal lumen, the epithelial cells reduced, the muscularis became thinner and the apoptotic signals increased in LF group; with SBP addition, the intestinal morphology was improved, with the PM adhering to the inner wall of the intestinal lumen, an increase in the number of epithelial cells and an increase in the thickness of the muscularis. Additionally, there was a decrease in apoptotic signals. Dietary SBP also increased the expression of PT and Crustin1 quadratically and decreased the expression of ALF1 linearly, ALF3 and ILF2 quadratically.
Autocorrelations of characteristic polynomials for the Alternative Circular Unitary Ensemble
Authors: Rodgers Brad , Vallabhaneni Harshith Sai 
Published: October 2023

AbstractWe find closed formulas for arbitrarily high mixed moments of characteristic polynomials of the Alternative Circular Unitary Ensemble, as well as closed formulas for the averages of ratios of characteristic polynomials in this ensemble. A comparison is made to analogous results for the Circular Unitary Ensemble. Both moments and ratios are studied via symmetric function theory and a general formula of Borodin-Olshanski-Strahov.
CHALLENGING THE USE OF EXTERNAL SOURCES BY THE INTER-AMERICAN COURT OF HUMAN RIGHTS
Authors: Garcia Maia Tainá 
Published: October 2023

AbstractThis article challenges the justification usually offered by the Inter-American Court of Human Rights for its broad use of external sources when engaging in evolutive interpretation of the American Convention on Human Rights (ACHR). It analyses the Court's jurisprudence concerning international humanitarian law, the rights of the child, and lesbian, gay, bisexual, transexual and intersex (LGBTI) rights, in addition to drawing on interviews conducted with lawyers of the Court. It argues that the discursive strategy used by the Court to justify its ‘import’ of external sources fails to provide a complete normative justification and remains open to the charge of ‘cherry-picking’. The article recommends that the Court tailors its discursive strategy to the specific type of external sources used and suggests that more attention be paid to searching for internationalized consensus when determining the relevance of non-binding sources to evolutive interpretation of the ACHR.
THE RIGHT TO A HEALTHY ENVIRONMENT BEFORE THE INTER-AMERICAN COURT OF HUMAN RIGHTS
Authors: Mardikian Lisa 
Published: October 2023

AbstractThe article explores the interpretation of the right to a healthy environment by the Inter-American Court of Human Rights as an autonomous right under the American Convention on Human Rights. It places this development in the context of transformative constitutionalism in Latin America and examines it against the background of the Court's broader case law. The article argues that, even though this is an important judicial innovation, there are three challenges with the approach of the Court. The first relates to the individual and collective dimensions of the right; the second to the link between this development and the Court's previous jurisprudence; and the third to the corresponding reparations. The last part of the article seeks to explore ways in which the Court could offer further guidance on the contours of the right and its relationship with civil and political rights.
Do Underwriters Short-Change Corporations Issuing Bonds?
Authors: Goh Jeremy C. , Yang Lisa (Zongfei) 
Published: October 2023

AbstractWe confirm prior evidence that bonds on average are offered at prices below their immediate post-offer secondary market prices. However, in cases where banks lead–manage their own bond offerings the underpricing is significantly less as compared with other non-self-marketed offerings. These findings are robust across various matched samples and selection models. Our results suggest that the bond offering process is characterized by substantive agency conflicts between shareholders of corporations (issuers) and underwriters.
Traditional culture and fine arts on posttraumatic stress disorder students
Authors: Gao Yang 
Published: October 2023

BackgroundCar accidents have a serious impact on the physical health and mental state of patients, leading to traumatic stress disorder. A good environment is beneficial for students to cultivate healthy and sound personalities, and has a positive impact on their mental health. Traditional culture and artistic environment can effectively alleviate patients’ anxiety.Subjects and Methods
The study selected a total of 98 students with traumatic stress disorder caused by car accidents from our hospital from January to December 2022 as the study subjects. The selected research subjects were divided into two groups: the control group and the experimental group. There was no significant difference in age, gender, etc. between the two groups of students (P>0.05). The experimental group received intervention using environmental therapy combined with general treatment, while the control group received routine intervention treatment.Results
The study used SPSS23.0 statistical software for data analysis, and the results showed that there was no significant difference in the total PCL-L scores between the two groups of patients before the intervention (P>0.05). After the intervention, the scores and scores of both groups decreased, and the experimental group was lower than the control group (P<0.05).Conclusions
Traditional culture and art environment influence psychological intervention, which starts from various aspects such as psychological and physiological support, active care and encouragement of injured patients to express their feelings, and release and relax treatment, comprehensively improves patients’ understanding of the disease, enhances their treatment compliance, and improves their psychological state.
The alleviative effect of acupuncture combined with cognitive behavioral therapy on anxiety of accounting personnel
Authors: Ji Xiaoli 
Published: October 2023

BackgroundThis study aims to investigate the alleviating effect of Acupuncture combined with Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) on anxiety disorders among accounting professionals in the financial sharing services model. Anxiety disorders are prevalent among accounting professionals due to the high-pressure work environment, and effective interventions are essential to mitigate their negative impact.Subjects and MethodsA total of 120 accounting professionals working in the financial sharing services model were recruited for this study. They were randomly divided into three groups: the Acupuncture combined with CBT group (n=40), the CBT alone group (n=40), and the control group (n=40). The participants’ anxiety levels were measured using the Stanford Acute Stress Response Questionnaire (SASRQ) and the 3-min Confusion Assessment Scale (3D-CAM). The intervention was conducted over a period of six weeks, with regular sessions once a week.ResultsStatistical analysis using SPSS23.0 revealed a significant reduction in anxiety levels in both the Acupuncture combined with CBT group and the CBT alone group compared to the control group (P<0.001). However, the Acupuncture combined with CBT group exhibited a more substantial decrease in anxiety symptoms compared to the CBT alone group (P<0.05), as measured by the SASRQ and 3D-CAM. These results suggest that the combination therapy has a more significant effect on alleviating anxiety disorders among accounting professionals.ConclusionsThis study demonstrates the efficacy of acupuncture combined with CBT in reducing anxiety disorders among accounting professionals in the financial shared service model. These findings highlight the importance of combining complementary therapies, such as acupuncture, with established psychological interventions to achieve more comprehensive treatment outcomes.AcknowledgementThe 2017 Shaanxi Provincial Department of Education project (No. 17JK0942); The 2021 Xi’an Social Science Planning Fund project (No. JX163); The 2022 Shaanxi International Business School Science and Technology Innovation Team Construction Project (No. 2022KYTD05).