bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Body Contouring Surgery after Bariatric Surgery Improves Long-term Health-related Quality of Life and Satisfaction with Appearance
Authors: Dalaei Farima , de Vries Claire E.E. , Poulsen Lotte , Möller Sören , Kaur Manraj N. , Dijkhorst Phillip J. , Thomsen Jørn Bo , Hoogbergen Maarten , Makarawung Dennis J.S. , Mink van der Molen Aebele B. , Repo Jussi P. , Paul Marek Adam , Busch Kay-Hendrik , Cogliandro Annalisa , Opyrchal Jakub , Rose Michael , Juhl Claus B. , Andries Alin M. , Printzlau Andreas , Støving René K. , Klassen Anne F. , Pusic Andrea L. , Sørensen Jens A. 
Published: February 2024

Objective:
To examine health-related quality of life (HRQL) and satisfaction with appearance in patients who have undergone bariatric surgery (BS) with or without subsequent body contouring surgery (BCS) in relation to the general population normative for the BODY-Q.

Background:
The long-term impact of BS with or without BCS has not been established using rigorously developed and validated patient-reported outcome measures (PROM). The BODY-Q is a PROM developed to measure changes in HRQL and satisfaction with appearance in patients with BS and BCS.

Methods:
Prospective BODY-Q data were collected from six European countries (Denmark, Netherlands, Finland, Germany, Italy, and Poland) from June 2015 to February 2022 in a cohort of patients who underwent BS. Mixed effects regression models were used to analyze changes in HRQL and appearance over time between patients who did and did not receive BCS and to examine the impact of patient-level covariates on outcomes.

Results:
This study included 24,604 assessments from 5,620 patients. BS initially led to improved HRQL and appearance scores throughout the first post-bariatric year, followed by a gradual decrease. Patients who underwent subsequent BCS after BS experienced a sustained improvement in HRQL and appearance or remained relatively stable for up to 10-years postoperatively.

Conclusion:
Patients who underwent BCS maintained the improvement in HRQL and satisfaction with appearance in contrast to patients who only underwent BS, who reported a decline in scores 1-2 years postoperatively. Our results emphasize the pivotal role that BCS plays in the completion of the weight loss trajectory.
Optimizing Surgical Planning for Epilepsy Patients With Multimodal Neuroimaging and Neurophysiology Integration: A Case Study
Authors: Gong Ruxue , Bickel Stephan , Tostaeva Gelana , Lado Fred A. , Metha Ashesh D. , Kuzniecky Ruben I. , Bonilha Leonardo F. , Gleichgerrcht Ezequiel L. 
Published: February 2024

Summary:
Current preoperative evaluation of epilepsy can be challenging because of the lack of a comprehensive view of the network's dysfunctions. To demonstrate the utility of our multimodal neurophysiology and neuroimaging integration approach in the presurgical evaluation, we present a proof-of-concept for using this approach in a patient with nonlesional frontal lobe epilepsy who underwent two resective surgeries to achieve seizure control. We conducted a post-hoc investigation using four neuroimaging and neurophysiology modalities: diffusion tensor imaging, resting-state functional MRI, and stereoelectroencephalography at rest and during seizures. We computed region-of-interest-based connectivity for each modality and applied betweenness centrality to identify key network hubs across modalities. Our results revealed that despite seizure semiology and stereoelectroencephalography indicating dysfunction in the right orbitofrontal region, the maximum overlap on the hubs across modalities extended to right temporal areas. Notably, the right middle temporal lobe region served as an overlap hub across diffusion tensor imaging, resting-state functional MRI, and rest stereoelectroencephalography networks and was only included in the resected area in the second surgery, which led to long-term seizure control of this patient. Our findings demonstrated that transmodal hubs could help identify key areas related to epileptogenic network. Therefore, this case presents a promising perspective of using a multimodal approach to improve the presurgical evaluation of patients with epilepsy.
Multifocal tuberculosis revealed by a sternal swelling in an immunocompetent child
Authors: CHEHRASTANE GHIZLANE , Benaissa Elmostafa , Radi Abdelilah , EL Hassani Amal , Elouennass Mostafa 
Published: February 2024

Tuberculosis (TB) is one of the most common pathogens of bacterial lung infections specially in underdevelopoed nations like morocco where the incidence of TB was 97 cases per 100,000 person in 2019. Thanks to its national TB prevention and control plan, Morocco was able to acheive a remarkable progress in management of TB with 80% reduction in the total number patients diagnosed with TB between 1980 and 2018. The national plan also allowed to reach and maintain a therapeutic rate above 86% since 2002. extrapulmonary TB primarily affects the primary weight bearing joints and the spine. Sternal TB is a rare clinical condition accounting for 1% of all musculoskeletal TB cases. Due to its rarity and the lack of awareness of the clinicals presentations, The diagnosis of sternal TB can be quite complex. we describe the case of a 14 year old moroccan patient consulting in the military hospital mohammed V, Rabat with central chest pain for four months. The pain was not associated to breathing, physical exercise or eating. with a history of asthenia, fever, and weight loss. A ct scan of the chest showed a destructive lesions of the sternum. thereafter, a chirurgical biopsy was performed and enabled to confirm the microbiological diagnosis of tuberculosis thanks to the realization of the RT-PCR. The anti-tuberculosis therapy was given to the patient who had complete resolution of symptoms. This condition should be included in the differential diagnosis of chronic chest pain that mimics costochondritis particularly in patients from endemic areas.
Nonequilibrium solvent response force: What happens if you push a Brownian particle
Authors: Koch Fabian , Erle Jona , Schilling Tanja 
Published: February 2024

In this Letter we discuss how to add forces to the Langevin equation. We derive an exact generalized Langevin equation for the dynamics of one particle subject to an external force embedded in a system of many interacting particles. The external force may depend on time and/or on the phase-space coordinates of the system. We construct a projection operator such that the drift coefficient, the memory kernel, and the fluctuating force of the generalized Langevin equation are the same as for the system without external driving. We show that next to the external force another force term occurs that is caused by the nonequilibrium response of the solvent. The first contribution to the ensemble average of this force stems from third or higher order terms of the external force and from sixth or higher order terms of time. We also analyze the additional force term numerically for an exemplary system.

Published by the American Physical Society
2024
Synergistic effect of oxide nanoparticles and inorganic inhibitor on anti-corrosion performance of epoxy coating
Authors: Nguyen Thien Vuong , Do Truc Vy , Nguyen Tuan Anh , Tran Dai Lam 
Published: February 2024

Purpose
This study aims to explore the synergistic effect of oxide nanoparticles (ZnO, Fe2O3, SiO2) and cerium nitrate inhibitor on anti-corrosion performance of epoxy coating. First, cerium nitrate inhibitors are absorbed on the surface of various oxide nanoparticles. Thereafter, epoxy nanocomposite coatings have been fabricated on carbon steel substrate using these oxide@Ce nanoparticles as both nano-fillers and nano-inhibitors.

Design/methodology/approach
To evaluate the impact of oxides@Ce nanoparticles on mechanical properties of epoxy coating, the abrasion resistance and impact resistance of epoxy coatings have been examined. To study the impact of oxides@Ce nanoparticles on anti-corrosion performance of epoxy coating for steel, the electrochemical impedance spectroscopy has been carried out in 3% NaCl solution.

Findings
ZnO@Ce3+ and SiO2@Ce3+ nanoparticles provide more enhancement in the epoxy pore network than modification of the epoxy/steel interface. Whereas, Fe2O3@Ce3+ nanoparticles have more to do with modification of the epoxy/steel interface than to change the epoxy pore network.

Originality/value
Incorporation of both oxide nanoparticles and inorganic inhibitor into the epoxy resin is a promising approach for enhancing the anti-corrosion performance of carbon steel.
From clicks to cravings: exploring consumer perceptions of online fast food purchasing
Authors: Vyas Abhay M. , Kushwaha Gyaneshwar Singh 
Published: February 2024

PurposeThis study explores consumers' perceptions of purchasing fast food items through online platforms. The central idea of this research is to practically assess the various elements impacting the consumers’ perceptions of online purchasing of fast food items and find out the factors with high importance and performance value.Design/methodology/approachA quantitative research approach was used to collect data from 402 participants in the form of a pen-and-paper-based method using a 5-point Likert scale. The collected data were analyzed using structural equation modeling (SEM) and importance-performance analysis. Theory of planned behavior and technology acceptance model form the basis for this research.FindingsThe findings indicate that constructs such as convenience, perceived quality and perceived healthiness positively influence consumers' perceptions of online purchasing of fast food items. On the other hand, competitive prices, discounts and promotions (CPDP) and online shopping experience have no significant impact on perceived value for money.Research limitations/implicationsA constraint of this study is that it was done in a particular geographical location, which restricts the generalizations of the findings. The study only examined consumers' perceptions of online fast food purchasing, and future research could explore consumers' actual behaviors toward personalized fast food recommendations by online sellers.Originality/valueThe research supports and extends the existing literature by comprehensively understanding consumers' perceptions of purchasing fast food online. These findings can help online fast food sellers improve their services and develop targeted marketing strategies.
A hybrid spherical fuzzy AHP-MARCOS model for evaluating the condition of saltwater pipes in Hong Kong
Authors: Elshaboury Nehal , Zayed Tarek , Mohammed Abdelkader Eslam 
Published: February 2024

PurposeWater pipes degrade over time for a variety of pipe-related, soil-related, operational, and environmental factors. Hence, municipalities are necessitated to implement effective maintenance and rehabilitation strategies for water pipes based on reliable deterioration models and cost-effective inspection programs. In the light of foregoing, the paramount objective of this research study is to develop condition assessment and deterioration prediction models for saltwater pipes in Hong Kong.Design/methodology/approach As a perquisite to the development of condition assessment models, spherical fuzzy analytic hierarchy process (SFAHP) is harnessed to analyze the relative importance weights of deterioration factors. Afterward, the relative importance weights of deterioration factors coupled with their effective values are leveraged using the measurement of alternatives and ranking according to the compromise solution (MARCOS) algorithm to analyze the performance condition of water pipes. A condition rating system is then designed counting on the generalized entropy-based probabilistic fuzzy C means (GEPFCM) algorithm. A set of fourth order multiple regression functions are constructed to capture the degradation trends in condition of pipelines overtime covering their disparate characteristics.FindingsAnalytical results demonstrated that the top five influential deterioration factors comprise age, material, traffic, soil corrosivity and material. In addition, it was derived that developed deterioration models accomplished correlation coefficient, mean absolute error and root mean squared error of 0.8, 1.33 and 1.39, respectively.Originality/valueIt can be argued that generated deterioration models can assist municipalities in formulating accurate and cost-effective maintenance, repair and rehabilitation programs.
A tailored innovative model of “research internship” aimed at strengthening research competencies in STEM undergraduates
Authors: Siby Nitha , Ammar Mohammad , Bhadra Jolly , Elawad Elmogiera Fadlallh Elsaye , Al-Thani Noora Jabor , Ahmad Zubair 
Published: February 2024

PurposeResearch internships are integral components of undergraduate programs that nurture students' skill sets. However, the current trend of these internships adopting a direct apprenticeship model, often termed “cookbook” laboratory sessions, falls short of cultivating 21st-century skills. Therefore, this study proposes an innovative Outcomes-directed Research Internship Model (ODRIM) designed to enhance research competencies.Design/methodology/approachThis study introduces a pioneering research internship model by integrating the course-based undergraduate research experience (CURE) framework with principles rooted in outcomes-based education (OBE). To evaluate its effectiveness and compare it with traditional research internship models (TRIMs), a two-group pretest-posttest design was utilized. Statistical analysis was performed on data collected from 66 participants to assess their research competencies.FindingsThe results revealed a significant positive difference in utilizing the tailored innovative ODRIM track (pre-mean = 17.525, post-mean = 19.875; p = 0.009) compared to the TRIM track (pre-mean = 19.769, post-mean = 19.615; p = 1.000) in enhancing overall student research competency. Specifically, this innovative internship model notably enhanced students’ abilities in conducting research, showcasing technical skills, collaborating within teams, and disseminating research outcomes, encompassing the composition of research articles and reports.Originality/valueThis tailored approach to the “Research Internship” encourages a harmonious blend of hands-on, inquiry-based learning and clear, measurable learning goals. It not only cultivates an immersive and thorough research experience to improve students’ research competencies, but also guarantees a concentrated alignment with predetermined research learning objectives.
The meeting points of team entrepreneurial passion, transactive memory systems and team performance: examining mediation and necessity effects
Authors: Horvatinović Tin , Mikic Mihaela , Dabić Marina 
Published: February 2024

PurposeTo support the advancement of an underrepresented category of research in the field of entrepreneurial teams, this study proposes and tests a novel empirical model that connects two team emergent states, namely team entrepreneurial passion (TEP) and transactive memory systems (TMSs), and their influence on team performance.Design/methodology/approachThe data were gathered using an online questionnaire distributed to undergraduate students who had formed entrepreneurial teams as part of a course assignment. Two methods were executed on the obtained data, namely partial least-square structural equation modelling (PLS-SEM) and necessary condition analysis (NCA).FindingsThe results uphold the hypothesised mediation role of TMSs between TEP and team performance. Of the two direct relations in the model, only the necessary conditions were present for the effect of TEP on TMSs.Research limitations/implicationsThe issue of the small sample size, a common feature in entrepreneurial team research, as discussed in the methodical section of the paper, is sidestepped with the use of PLS-SEM tools. Nonetheless, a larger sample size could have increased confidence in the results' validity. In addition, a longitudinal approach to data collection and analysis could have been used to augment that confidence further.Practical implicationsThree practical implications stem from the empirical findings. First, it lends support for implementing teaching approaches and task designs that are envisaged to improve team functioning in university classrooms. Making a business plan boosts students' desire to exploit the received knowledge and find a venture, so the teaching effort in entrepreneurship courses can have real-world consequences.Originality/valueBy testing the mediation model, new insights are made into the associations between team emerging states and, subsequently, team performance. In addition, this study responds to recent calls in the literature to incorporate NCA in an entrepreneurial setting.
Are there differences in the perceived advantages and disadvantages of teleworking? The identification of distinct classes of teleworkers
Authors: Peñarroja Vicente 
Published: February 2024

PurposePrevious research has focused on the outcomes of telework, investigating the advantages and disadvantages of teleworking for employees. However, these investigations do not examine whether there are differences between teleworkers when evaluating the advantages and disadvantages of teleworking. The aim of this study is to identify of distinct classes of teleworkers based on the advantages and disadvantages that teleworking has for them.Design/methodology/approachThis study used secondary survey data collected by the Spanish National Statistics Institute (INE). A sample of 842 people was used for this study. To identify the distinct classes of teleworkers, their perceived advantages and disadvantages of teleworking were analyzed using latent class analysis.FindingsThree different classes of teleworkers were distinguished. Furthermore, sociodemographic covariates were incorporated into the latent class model, revealing that the composition of the classes varied in terms of education level, household income, and the amount of time spent on teleworking per week. This study also examined the influence of these emergent classes on employees’ experience of teleworking.Originality/valueThis study contributes to previous research investigating if telework is advantageous or disadvantageous for teleworkers, acknowledging that teleworkers are not identical and may respond differently to teleworking.
How to offer good service? A study on behavior of consumer expectations over time in educational service
Authors: Pereira Filho Evadio , Añez Miguel Eduardo Moreno , Nobrega Kleber Cavalcanti , Fernandes Leandro Trigueiro 
Published: February 2024

PurposeThis article evaluates how consumer expectations evolve over time and if three antecedents (negative experiences, alternative attractiveness and level of visitation) explain possible changes in expectations.Design/methodology/approachA conceptual model is structured with six hypotheses that are tested through articulated studies. First, a study with a longitudinal approach is developed and applied to a sample of students. Data collection is carried out over three periods and a latent growth model (LGM) is applied. Further ahead, another essay is developed to reexamine the moderating role of corporate image and level of visitation on the effect of negative experiences on expectations. For this, the role-playing approach is applied.FindingsStudy 1 reveals that patterns of expectations change from one service meeting to another, and these mutations are influenced by negative experiences and alternative attractiveness. Three pieces of evidence are highlighted. First, negative experiences produce contradictory and simultaneous movements in consumer expectations. Negative experiences reduce desired expectations and, at the same time, increase adequate expectations. These effects change in magnitude because of the corporate image. This confirms the moderating role of the corporate image in the relationship between negative experiences and expectations. This does not happen with the level of visitation, in which the moderating function is not sustained. The findings about moderating effects are confirmed by Study 2. Second, as customers have alternative companies, the minimum level of expectation rises. Alternative attractiveness positively impacts only adequate expectations. Third, the results do not support the relationship between the level of visitation and expectations. This reveals that more frequent customers do not necessarily have higher expectations.Originality/valueThis paper is the first to provide empirical results about the moderating effects of corporate image and level of visitation on the relationship between negative experiences and expectations.
Sustainable development goals accounting and reporting for the “Other” sector
Authors: Lodhia Sumit 
Published: February 2024

PurposeThis paper provides insights into Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) Accounting and Reporting for the Other Sector, defined as organisations that are not corporations and do not have profitability as their overriding success criterion.Design/methodology/approachThis is a conceptual paper that addresses the impact of SDGs on the Other Sector and the accounting and reporting of them by these organisations.Research limitations/implicationsThere are a number of implications for research in relation to theories, research approaches and the crossing over of disciplines in relation to the Other Sector’s SDGs accounting and reporting.Practical implicationsThe research insights from this paper can be applied to inform the SDGs accounting and reporting practice of the Other Sector.Originality/valueThis paper addresses the impact of the recent sustainability development, the SDGs, on a sector that is very different from the corporate sector and highlights the benefit of accounting and reporting of these goals for the Other Sector.
Unique consumption: the impact of busy mindset on preference for angular versus circular shapes
Authors: Sun Zhaoyang , Zhou Haiyang , Yang Tianchen , Wang Kun , Hou Yubo 
Published: February 2024

Purpose
The shape of a product plays a crucial role in shaping consumer behavior. Despite the voluminous research on factors influencing consumers’ shape preferences, there remains a limited understanding of how the busy mindset, a mentality increasingly emphasized by marketing campaigns, works. This study aims to fill this gap by exploring the relationship between a busy mindset and the preference for angular-shaped versus circular-shaped products and brand logos.

Design/methodology/approach
This research consists of seven experimental studies using various shape stimuli, distinct manipulations of busy mindset, different assessments of shape preference and samples drawn from multiple countries.

Findings
The findings reveal that a busy mindset leads to a preference for angular shapes over circular ones by amplifying the need for uniqueness. In addition, these effects are attenuated when products are scarce.

Originality/value
This research represents one of the pioneering efforts to study the role of a busy mindset on consumers’ aesthetic preferences. Beyond yielding insights for practitioners into visual marketing, this research contributes to the theories on the busy mindset and shape preference.
Real Estate InsightsCompensation for compulsory acquisition – value vs worth
Authors: Parker David 
Published: February 2024

PurposeTo explore value vs worth in the context of compulsory acquisition.Design/methodology/approachAnalysis of statutory environment within the context of valuation theory.FindingsValue and worth could be reconciled by redefining special value in Act.Research limitations/implicationsPublic policy amendment.Practical implicationsPublic policy amendment.Social implicationsFacilitate just compensation.Originality/valueTopical issue in New South Wales, where massive compulsory acquisition programme underway to facilitate infrastructure development.