bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Dynamic Modelling of Mixed Crop-Livestock Systems: A Case Study of Climate Change Impacts in sub-Saharan Africa
Authors: Srivast Amit Kumar , Rahimi Jaber , Alsafadi Karam , Vianna Murilo , Enders Andreas , Zheng Wenzhi , Demircan Alparslan , Dieng Mame Diarra Bousso , Salack Seyni , Faye Babacar , Singh Manmeet , Ewert Frank , Gaiser Thomas 
Published: December 2023

Abstract

Climate change significantly challenges smallholder mixed crop-livestock (MCL) systems in sub-Saharan Africa (SSA), affecting food and feed production. This study enhances the SIMPLACE modeling framework by incorporating crop-vegetation-livestock models, which contribute to the development of sustainable agricultural practices in response to climate change. Applying such a framework in a domain in West Africa (786,500 km2) allowed us to estimate the changes in crop (Maize, Millet, and Sorghum) yield, grass biomass, livestock numbers, and greenhouse gas emission in response to future climate scenarios. We demonstrate that this framework accurately estimated the key components of the domain for the past (1981-2005) and enables us to project their future changes using dynamically downscaled Global Circulation Model (GCM) projections (2020-2050). The results demonstrate that in the future, northern part of the study area will experience a significant decline in crop biomass (upto -56%) and grass biomass (upto -57%) production leading to a decrease in livestock numbers (upto -43%). Consequently, this will impact total emissions (upto -47% CH4) and decrease of -41% in milk production, -47% in meat production concentrated in the Sahelian zone. Whereas, in pockets of the Sudanian zone, an increase in livestock population and CH4 emission of about +24% has been estimated.
Dual hollow-core anti-resonant fiber polarization beam splitter with ultra-short length and ultra-wide bandwidth
Authors: Zou Hui , Du Yuhang , Zhou Jingkai , Zhou Dinghao , Zhang Ruizhe 
Published: December 2023

Abstract
Apolarization beam splitter based on a dual hollow-core anti-resonant fiber is proposed. In the horizontal direction, elliptical shapes are introduced to form two hollow cores, with an air gap between the ellipses serving as a mode-coupling channel. Using the finite element method, a specific analysis is conducted on the influence of various structural parameters of the dual hollow-core anti-resonant fiber on the coupling length of the x-polarized and y-polarized modes, as well as the extinction ratio of higher-order modes.Optimizing the structural parameters of the fiber has led to the design of a dual hollow-core anti-resonant fiber polarization beam splitter that is exceptionally compact, measuring just 1.306 cm in length. This device achieves a broad bandwidth of 420 nm ranging from 1.53 µm to 1.95 µm and maintains superior single-mode characteristics within this wavelength spectrum. The novel dual hollow-core anti-resonant fiber is poised to play a significant role in the optical communication systems and optical network technologies.
Seasonal Price Variation Analysis of Palm oil: Case Study of Nigeria (2016-2022)
Authors: Tobi Adewale Elizabeth , Thomas Alabi Ayodeji , Eyitayo Ayinde Opeyemi , Kafayat Belewu Yemisi 
Published: December 2023

Abstract

In order to determine price at the appropriate time of the season, the study looked at the seasonal price variation analysis of palm oil and the relationship between processors and specific buyer types. This was done by understanding buyer requirements, producer effort, measurements taken, and contracting with buyers credit from customers. A multiphase sampling strategy was used. Organized interviews and questionnaires were utilized to collect primary data, while the National Bureau of Statistics provided secondary time series data on the average monthly retail price of palm oil from 2016 to 2022. Among the analysis techniques employed are multiple regression models, descriptive statistics, and time series decomposition. The findings showed that women made up the majority of producers. The majority of respondents stated that growing palm oil was their main source of income, indicating a variety of revenue streams. Over half of the participants derived their funding from their savings. The monthly seasonal price increase of palm oil in Naira per liter was obtained by regressing the price difference at time t (Pt) against trend (T). The need for biofuel, production growth, governmental regulations, market dynamics, and the seasonality of palm oil products are then identified by the study as important factors influencing palm oil prices. Therefore, it is advised that in order to maximize the benefits that farmers receive from processing their palm oil, producers and dealers should be aware of seasonal price variations. This will help them make well-informed decisions about when to buy and sell the product.
Improvement of daily pan-evaporation calculation in arid and semi-arid regions by limited climatic data
Authors: Mohammadi Mehdi , Salarijazi Meysam , Ghorbani Khalil , Dehghani Amir-Ahmad 
Published: December 2023

Abstract
In this study, 14 equations have been investigated to calculate pan-evaporation in arid and semi-arid regions (based on the De Martonne aridity index). Two indicators i.e. nRMSE and MBE, were used to analyze the results. The Kohler -Nordonson -Fox (K -N -F) (1955) equation, on the one hand, is more precise than other original equations and, on the other hand, is one of the equations that has less impact from the improving process and, in other words, has a higher consistency compared to other equations in arid and semi-arid regions. Three improved equations, including improved K -N -F (1955), improved Linacer (1994), and improved Kohler (1954), have better precision in calculating the pan-evaporation compared to the other equations. According to the mathematical form of these three equations, this finding shows the importance of temperature, relative humidity, and wind velocity in arid and semi-arid regions. The improved Linacer (1954) equation had low precision in high-humidity regions, emphasizing relative humidity in calculating pan-evaporation in arid and semi-arid regions. Among 14 equations, more precisions have been from the category of improved equations, so it becomes clear that the empirical mathematical equations must be improved specifically for arid and semi-arid regions.
Differential Signaling Pathways in Medulloblastoma: Nano-biomedicine Targeting
Non-coding Epigenetics to Improve Current and Future Therapeutics
Authors: Sokolov Daniil , Sharda Neha , Banerjee Aindrila , Denisenko Kseniia , Basalious Emad B. , Shukla Hem , Waddell Jaylyn , Hamdy Nadia M. , Banerjee Aditi 
Published: December 2023

Background:
Medulloblastomas (MDB) are malignant, aggressive brain tumors that primarily
affect children. The survival rate for children under 14 is approximately 72%, while for ages 15 to 39, it is
around 78%. A growing body of evidence suggests that dysregulation of signaling mechanisms and noncoding
RNA epigenetics play a pivotal role in this disease

Methodology:
This study conducted an electronic search of articles on websites like PubMed and Google. The
current review also used an in silico databases search and bioinformatics analysis and an extensive comprehensive
literature search for original research articles and review articles as well as retrieval of current and
future medications in clinical trials.

Results:
This study indicates that several signaling pathways, such as sonic hedgehog, WNT/β-catenin,
unfolded protein response mediated ER stress, notch, neurotrophins and TGF-β and ERK, MAPK, and ERK
play a crucial role in the pathogenesis of MDB. Gene and ncRNA/protein are also involved as an axis long
ncRNA to sponge micro-RNAs that affect downstream signal proteins expression and translation affection
disease pathophysiology, prognosis and present potential target hit for drug repurposing. Current treatment
options include surgery, radiation, and chemotherapy; unfortunately, the disease often relapses, and the survival
rate is less than 5%. Therefore, there is a need to develop more effective treatments to combat recurrence
and improve survival rates.

Conclusion:
This review describes various MDB disease hallmarks, including the signaling mechanisms involved
in pathophysiology, related-causal genes, epigenetics, downstream genes/epigenes, and possibly the
causal disease genes/non-protein coding (nc)RNA/protein axis. Additionally, the challenges associated with
MDB treatment are discussed, along with how they are being addressed using nano-technology and nano-biomedicine,
with a listing of possible treatment options and future potential treatment modalities.
The Interrelationship between HIV Infection and COVID-19: A Review of
the Literature
Authors: Wang Yiyu , Lai Yu 
Published: December 2023

Abstract:
The Corona Virus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic resulting from the severe acute respiratory syndrome
coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) has led to significant morbidity and mortality in patients and put a strain on
healthcare systems worldwide. The clinical characteristics and results of COVID-19 in immunosuppressed patients, such as people living with human immunodeficiency virus (PLWH), considered at higher risk of severe
disease, are not well-characterized. Accumulated evidence indicates that COVID-19 and the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) can interact in various ways. This review explored the similarities and differences in virology between SARS-CoV-2 and HIV, the effect of the COVID-19 vaccine on PLWH, the impact of the
COVID-19 pandemic on PLWH care and prevention, and the influence of HIV-related factors on COVID-19.
Discovering the potential link between HIV and COVID-19 may provide a novel way to avoid the factors of
HIV and SARS-CoV-2 coinfection and advance future research.
Politik Etnik dan Kekeluargaan Sebagai Sumber Perilaku Politik Masyarakat Pedesaan di Barito Selatan
Authors: Hadi Kisno 
Published: December 2023

Tulisan ini mendeskripsi tentang perilaku politik yang berwujud sikap politik masyarakat pedesaan di pedalaman Kalimantan Tengah. Tulisan ini diangkat dari hasil penelitian saat Pemilu legislatif 2019 dan Pilkada Kalteng 2020. Penelitian menggunakan metode kualitatif interpretatif, dengan pengumpulan data lapangan melalui pengamatan langsung di mana penulis berada di lapangan saat pelaksanaan Pemilu 2019 dan PILKADA Gubernur Kalteng 2020, wawancara dengan Mantir Adat (tokoh adat), dan analisis data pustaka berupa buku, jurnal dan data KPU Barito Selatan. Penelitian ini mendeskripsi dua hal, Pertama, fenomena afiliasi politik masyarakat pedesaan di Kabupaten Barito Selatan sebagai pengaruh budaya politik masyarakat suku Dayak yang hidup dan berkembang dalam suasana masyarakat pedesaan-pedalaman; Kedua, fakta perilaku politik masyarakat pedesaan di Kabupaten Barito Selatan dalam politik elektoral Pemilu 2019 dan Pilkada 2020. Temuan penelitian ialah Pertama, tidak terjadi pergeseran afiliasi politik sejak tahun 1950an sampai saat ini, di mana afiliasi politik masyarakat pedesaan tidak beranjak dari afiliasi etnis; Kedua, afiliasi etnis diperankan sebagai penyeimbang kekuatan politik lain dari luar seperti dominasi etnis lain dan sebagai upaya perlindungan sosial mereka kepada kekayaan sumber daya alam di desa; dan Ketiga, sikap politik dipraktikkan dengan cara mereka sendiri yang khas, yakni personal approach (pengenalan personal),ethnicity (etnisitas dan kekeluargaan), dan opennes and honesty (keterbukaan dan kejujuran).
The Indigenous Politics of Justice: the Case of the Sedulur Sikep Movement in Central Java
Authors: Adam Ronald , Bagir Zainal Abidin 
Published: December 2023

The struggle by indigenous people to protect their land from capitalist expansion is often reduced by scholars to two contrasting models: class politics and identity politics. This reduction has partially come from how scholars separate between the cultural/spiritual and the political-economic dimensions of these struggles, which are often more complex in reality. Based on an empirical study of the Sedulur Sikep movement in Pati, Central Java, the purpose of this article is to understand what the indigenous politics of justice looks like in practice as they defend their land and way of life against the cement mining industry. This study uses a qualitative approach combining four months of field observations with two Wong Sikep households and interviews with 20 Wong Sikep individuals from 15 households in Baturejo Sukolilo Village, Pati Regency, Central Java. This article discusses two findings from the study. First, the cultural/spiritual and political-economic dimensions are inseparable in the lives of Wong Sikep. Such inseparability is manifested through the agricultural system as the core of Wong Sikep life, derived from the teachings of their ancestors (culture/spirituality) as well as their practical needs (political economy). Second, this inseparability forms the basis of their adoption of both the politics of recognition and redistribution in their resistance to cement mining. The article concludes with recommendations for future studies about the Sedulur Sikep movement in particular and for indigenous justice movements more broadly.
Menggali Hubungan antara Media Sosial dan Kebijakan Pemerintah: Pendekatan Bibliometrik dan Tinjauan Pustaka
Authors: Rizqi Muhammad Dimas , Saputra Wendi Aji , Murahman Mardi 
Published: December 2023

Tujuan pada penelitian ini adalah untuk menggali hubungan media sosial dan kebijakan pemerintah dengan pendekatan studi literatur dan bibliometrik. Metode yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini menggunakan metode bibliometrik dan data atau jurnal yang diambil pada publish or perish sebanyak 97 jurnal dari tahun 2012-2022 dan diambil 50 jurnal sebagai sampel yang sesuai dengan penelitian ini. Selain itu, VOSviewer yang berfungsi untuk menentukan gap antara penelitian dari jurnal atau artikel terdahulu baik dari tahun 2012-2022. Hasil temuan dalam penelitian ini adalah dari 50 jurnal yang digunakan didapatkan 605 cites dan 137,41 cites per year. Kemudian, dari analisis menggunakan VOSviewer ditemukan 1) adanya Network Visualization yang terlihat antar co-word baik dari government, public policy, social media dan lain sebagainya, 2) adanya Overlay Visualization untuk melihat jurnal dari yang lama sampai yang terbaru ditandai dengan warna biru gelap sampai dengan warna kuning terang (2012-2022), 3) adanya Density Visualization bahwa warna kuning pada diameter lingkaran terbesar berarti kata kunci lebih padat dan lebih sering muncul, dan semakin terang warnanya, semakin jarang menyatu dengan latar belakang hijau. Sehingga jika dieksplorasi lebih mendalam secara keseluruhan maka co-word media sosial memiliki hubungan yang kuat dalam perumusan kebijakan yang dilakukan oleh pemerintah.
European Choice of Russian Civilization: The Imperatives of 2023
Authors: Khlutkov A. D. , Mezhevich N. M. 
Published: December 2023

For a long time, Russia has seen itself as a significant, specific part of European civilization. This was refused to Russia at the turn of 2008–2009. Further development took place in the context of regionalization, a systemic world crisis and an increase in contradictions between Russia and Europe. As a result, today Russia is ready to recognize its historical relationship with Europe, without any systemic obligations on this basis.Thus, firstly, it was not Russia that left Europe, but Russia that decided to “exclude” from Europe. Secondly, for us, Shakespeare, who is forgotten in Britain, and Remarque, who was forgotten in Germany, will remain part of our identity. The lack of culture of “cancellation” has become a symbol of modern Europe, but for us this is a path to nowhere. Last. Russian civilization is larger and more complex than European: it is Eurasian civilization.
Karakteristik Pembelajaran Sekolah Dasar: Kendala Dalam Mengimplementasikan Nilai Kearifan Lokal Di Sekolah Dasar
Authors: Annissabrina Imelsi , Nasrul Hikmah Setia , Ifliadi Ilham , Abimanyu Dwi Septian , MS Agavin. , Joy Nebres Arlene 
Published: December 2023

ABSTRAK
Artikel ini bertujuan untuk menggali serta menganalisis kendala yang terjadi dalam mengimplementasikan nilai kearifan lokal di sekolah dasar. Melalui implementasi nilai kearifan lokal disekolah dasar dapat menjadi acuan, pedoman, dan arahan bagi peserta didik dalam bertutur kata, bertindak, dan berperilaku sesuai dengan identitas manusia Indonesia. Nilai yang terkandung dalam kearifan lokal dapat meliputi nilai religius, toleransi, gotong royong, serta peduli terhadap lingkungan. Implementasi nilai yang terkandung dalam kearifan lokal dapat diterapkan melalui sejumlah kegiatan positif yang membangun pembentukan karakter peserta didik ke arah yang lebih baik. Adapun kendala dalam implementasi nilai kearifan lokal dapat berasal dari faktor internal seperti dorongan atau motivasi dalam diri, dan faktor eksternal seperti lingkungan yang kurang memadai. Artikel ini menggunakan penelitian kualitatif dengan pendekatan deskriptif. Teknik pengumpulan data yang digunakan pada penelitian ini adalah observasi lapangan dan wawancara.
Plasma miRNAs and Treatment Failure in Participants in the Treatment Options for Type 2 Diabetes in Adolescents and Youth (TODAY) Study
Authors: Wander Pandora L. , Bammler Theo K. , MacDonald James W. , Srinouanprachanh Sengeo , Boyko Edward J. , Enquobahrie Daniel A. 
Published: December 2023

OBJECTIVE
To identify plasma miRNAs related to treatment failure in youth with type 2 diabetes (T2D).

RESEARCH DESIGN AND METHODS
We examined whether a panel of miRNAs could predict treatment failure in training/test data sets among participants in the Treatment Options for Type 2 Diabetes in Adolescents and Youth (TODAY) study (N = 209). We also examined whether individual miRNAs were associated with treatment failure.

RESULTS
Participants were age 14.5 years, and 62% were female. A panel of miRNAs did not predict treatment failure. However, for each doubling, miR-4306 was associated with a 12% decrease (P = 0.040) and miR-483-3p was marginally associated with a 12% increase (P = 0.080) in failure independently of sex, race/ethnicity, BMI, Tanner stage, HbA1c, maternal diabetes, oral disposition index, and treatment arm. The addition of both miRNAs improved model fit (log likelihood without vs. with miRNAs −360.3 vs. −363.5; P = 0.040).

CONCLUSIONS
miR-483-3p and miR-4306 may be associated with treatment failure in youth with T2D.
Longitudinal Assessment of Pancreas Volume by MRI Predicts Progression to Stage 3 Type 1 Diabetes
Authors: Virostko John , Wright Jordan J. , Williams Jonathan M. , Hilmes Melissa A. , Triolo Taylor M. , Broncucia Hali , Du Liping , Kang Hakmook , Nallaparaju Shreya , Valencia Leah Galvez , Reyes Demetra , Hammel Brenna , Russell William E. , Philipson Louis H. , Waibel Michaela , Kay Thomas W.H. , Thomas Helen E. , Greeley Siri Atma W. , Steck Andrea K. , Powers Alvin C. , Moore Daniel J. 
Published: December 2023

OBJECTIVE
This multicenter prospective cohort study compared pancreas volume as assessed by MRI, metabolic scores derived from oral glucose tolerance testing (OGTT), and a combination of pancreas volume and metabolic scores for predicting progression to stage 3 type 1 diabetes (T1D) in individuals with multiple diabetes-related autoantibodies.

RESEARCH DESIGN AND METHODS
Pancreas MRI was performed in 65 multiple autoantibody-positive participants enrolled in the Type 1 Diabetes TrialNet Pathway to Prevention study. Prediction of progression to stage 3 T1D was assessed using pancreas volume index (PVI), OGTT-derived Index60 score and Diabetes Prevention Trial–Type 1 Risk Score (DPTRS), and a combination of PVI and DPTRS.

RESULTS
PVI, Index60, and DPTRS were all significantly different at study entry in 11 individuals who subsequently experienced progression to stage 3 T1D compared with 54 participants who did not experience progression (P &lt; 0.005). PVI did not correlate with metabolic testing across individual study participants. PVI declined longitudinally in the 11 individuals diagnosed with stage 3 T1D, whereas Index60 and DPTRS increased. The area under the receiver operating characteristic curve for predicting progression to stage 3 from measurements at study entry was 0.76 for PVI, 0.79 for Index60, 0.79 for DPTRS, and 0.91 for PVI plus DPTRS.

CONCLUSIONS
These findings suggest that measures of pancreas volume and metabolism reflect distinct components of risk for developing stage 3 type 1 diabetes and that a combination of these measures may provide superior prediction than either alone.
New concepts of coxofemoral joint stability and the development of a clinical stress-radiographic method for quantitating hip joint laxity in the dog
Authors: Smith Gail K. , Biery Darryl N. , Gregor Thomas P. 
Published: December 2023

Summary
From mechanical principles and postmortem observations of coxofemoral joints of dogs, a hydrostatic mechanism influencing hip joint stability was discovered. This discovery led to the development of a stress-radiographic positioning method to quantitate hip joint laxity in dogs. The method incorporated 2 views with the dog in supine position and hips at neutral flexion/extension angle: a compression view, with the femoral heads fully seated in the acetabula; and a distraction view, with the femoral heads at maximal lateral displacement. An index measurement method was formulated to quantitate the relative degree of joint laxity appearing in either the compression or distraction view. Clinical evaluation of 6 dogs was done to compare the compression/distraction method with the standard hip-extended radiographic method. Also, the stress-radiographic method was performed on 16-week-old Borzoi and German Shepherd Dogs to compare the characteristics of inherent hip joint laxity in these breeds. In all dogs tested, hip joint laxity was masked by the standard hip-extended view as indicated by a 2.5-fold improvement in sensitivity to hip joint laxity of the new method (P < 0.00001). Moreover, the mean hip joint laxity of 16-week-old German Shepherd Dogs exceeded the mean hip joint laxity of Borzois by 79% (P < 0.00001). Reports in the literature document the incontrovertible association of hip joint laxity to the development of hip dysplasia in dogs. We believe the ability to accurately quantitate hip joint laxity will provide key diagnostic and prognostic criteria for the selection of pet dogs, and more importantly, breeding stock.
Total ear canal ablation combining bulla osteotomy and curettage in dogs with chronic otitis externa and media
Authors: Beckman Samuel L. , Henry William B. , Cechner Paul 
Published: December 2023

Summary
Ear canal ablation combining bulla osteotomy and curettage was performed on 44 dogs (n = 72 ears). Indications for the procedure included one or more of the following: chronic nonresponsive otitis externa and/or media (n = 71), tumor in the horizontal portion of the ear canal (n = 1), failed lateral ear resection (n = 11), ossified auricular cartilages secondary to chronic otitis externa (n = 22), failed previous total ear canal ablation (n = 1), and otitis interna (n = 1).
In 40 dogs, the surgery was successful in alleviating all clinical signs of otitis externa and media. During the immediate postoperative period, 2 dogs died of causes unrelated to otitis. Complications related to the surgery developed in 9 of the surviving 42 dogs.
Ultimately, 95% (40 of the surviving 42) of the dogs were cured by use of this procedure. Surgery successfully resolved the original problems in 97% (66 of 68) of the surgically treated ears of these dogs.