bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Analysis of adverse events with lumen apposing metal stents for drainage of pancreatic fluid collections
Authors: Pawa Rishi , Dorrell Robert , Nguyen Madison , Russell Greg , Gilliam John 
Published: December 2023

Abstract
Background and study aims Innovations in endoscopic management of pancreatic fluid collections (PFCs) using lumen apposing metal stents (LAMS) have rendered it a preferred approach for drainage of PFCs. These advances have not come without concern for adverse events (AEs). We present our experience with LAMS for drainage of PFCs and analyze factors that contribute to LAMS-related AEs.
Patients and methods From November 2015 to October 2021, a retrospective analysis was performed of patients undergoing endoscopic management of PFCs using LAMS. All AEs were classified as either early (<48 hours) or late (>48 hours). Univariate and multivariate analysis were performed using logistic regression to assess the relationship between independent variables and AEs.
Results A total of 119 patients with symptomatic PFCs underwent
endoscopic drainage with LAMS. There were 16 AEs (12.4%). These included systemic inflammatory
response syndrome (SIRS) (n=2), stent occlusion (n=5), bleeding (n=7), and stent migration
(n=2). Univariate analysis of risk of AEs showed that no variables approached statistical
significance. Of the seven patients who developed bleeding, five had pseudoaneurysms following
LAMS placement and underwent angioembolization by an interventional radiologist. The average
time to bleeding was 9.3 days (standard deviation 7.3) with all bleeding events occurring
within 3 weeks. In a multivariate model, pseudocysts and presence of paracolic gutter
extension were associated with an increased risk of bleeding.
Conclusions Endoscopists should be aware of the risk factors for LAMS-related bleeding and tailor their drainage strategy, including utilization of plastic stents for drainage of pseudocysts and adherence to a strict imaging interval and follow-up protocol.
The Effect of Cytokine Adsorption on Leukocyte and Platelet Activation after Extracorporeal Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
Authors: Zahn Timm , Schanze Nancy , Staudacher Dawid L. , Wengenmayer Tobias , Maier Sven , Benk Christoph , Gauchel Nadine , Duerschmied Daniel , Supady Alexander 
Published: December 2023

Background Post-cardiac arrest syndrome (PCAS) is a frequent complication following successful cardiopulmonary resuscitation and correlates with poor outcome. PCAS is characterized by an excessive inflammatory response to whole-body ischemia and reperfusion. Cytokine adsorption was suggested as an adjunctive treatment option for the removal of cytokines from the patients' blood to restore the physiological equilibrium of pro- and anti-inflammatory activity and thus mitigate hemodynamic instability and end-organ complications.
Material and Methods To better understand the cellular effects of cytokine adsorption in patients receiving extracorporeal cardiopulmonary resuscitation (ECPR) after in- and out-of-hospital cardiac arrest, we compared the activation status of neutrophils, monocytes, and platelets as well as the formation of platelet–leukocyte complexes in intravenous whole blood samples from an exploratory subgroup (n = 24) from the randomized CYTER study.
Result At 48 hours after initiation of ECPR, flow cytometry analyses did neither reveal significant differences in neutrophil (CD11b, CD66b, L-selectin, and PSGL-1) and monocyte (CD11b, L-selectin, and PSGL-1) surface molecule expression nor in circulating platelet–monocyte complexes between patients receiving cytokine adsorption and those without.
Conclusion Data did not show a relevant effect of cytokine adsorption on neutrophil and monocyte activation during the first 48 hours after initiation of ECPR.
A New Blend of Litsea cubeba, Pinus mugo, and Cymbopogon winterianus Essential Oil Active as an Anti-tyrosinase Ingredient in Topical Formulations
Authors: Capetti Francesca , Cagliero Cecilia , Argenziano Monica , Cavalli Roberta , Dianzani Chiara , Pavarino Marta , Bicchi Carlo , Rubiolo Patrizia , Sgorbini Barbara 
Published: December 2023

AbstractTyrosinase is a target enzyme to be inhibited in order to reduce excessive melanin production and prevent typical age-related skin disorders. Essential oils are complex mixtures of volatile compounds, belonging mainly to monoterpenoids and sesquiterpenoids, which have been relatively little studied as tyrosinase inhibitors. Among the monoterpenoids, citral (a mixture of neral and geranial) is a fragrance compound in several essential oils that has shown interesting tyrosinase inhibitory activity. Although citral is listed as an allergen among the 26 fragrances in Annex III of the Cosmetics Directive 2003/15/EC, it can be safely used for the formulation of topical products in amounts that are not expected to cause skin sensitization, as shown by various commercially available products.The aim of this work was to evaluate two different formulations (oil/water emulsion, oily solution) containing a new combination of essential oils (Litsea cubeba, Pinus mugo, Cymbopogon winterianus) applied to the skin both in nonocclusive and partially occlusive modes. The blend is designed to reduce the concentration of citral to avoid potential skin reactions while taking advantage of the inhibitory activity of citral. Specifically, the amount of citral and other bioactive compounds (myrcene, citronellal) delivered through the skin was studied as a function of formulation and mode of application.The results show that an oil/water emulsion is preferable because it releases the bioactive compounds rapidly and minimizes their evaporative loss. In addition, semi-occluded conditions are required to prevent evaporation, resulting in higher availability of the bioactive compounds in viable skin.
Aromatic Amine Catalysts for the O2-Mediated Cross-Dehydrogenative Phenothiazination Reaction?
Authors: Patureau Frederic W. , Nandi Shiny , Paffen Alina 
Published: December 2023

AbstractMetal-free aromatic amines have been utilized recently as redox-active catalysts in various oxidative coupling reactions. In this study, we investigated a series of aromatic amines and their potential redox catalytic activity, in particular compared to our previously reported amino-Te(II) catalysts. The O2-mediated cross-dehydrogenative phenothiazination of phenols was utilized as a benchmark test reaction, as well as the O2-mediated cross-dehydrogenative coupling of indoles. We thus identified a proton sponge as an effective aromatic amine redox catalyst. It was moreover found that although the proton sponge displays clear catalytic activity, it is generally less active than previously reported phenotellurazine catalysts. The insights provided by this study should guide future research efforts for the development of innovative redox-catalyzed cross-dehydrogenative coupling reactions.
Risk of recurrence with or without plastic stent after EUS-guided treatment of peripancreatic fluid collections: A systematic review and meta-analysis
Authors: Iwashita Takuji , Sato Tatsuya , Yasuda Ichiro , Nakai Yousuke , Hamada Tsuyoshi , Saito Tomotaka , Iwata Keisuke , Shiomi Hideyuki , Takenaka Mamoru , Maruta Akinori , Uemura Shinya , Masuda Atsuhiro , Matsubara Saburo , Mukai Tsuyoshi , Isayama Hiroyuki 
Published: December 2023

Abstract
Background and study aims Recent advances in endoscopic transmural treatment have improved the clinical outcomes of patients with pancreatic fluid collections (PFCs). However, there is still a debate about the preventive effect of long-term placement of a transmural plastic stent (PS) on recurrence after successful endoscopic ultrasound (EUS)-guided treatment of PFCs. We conducted a systematic review and meta-analysis to evaluate PFC recurrence rates with and without a transmural PS after EUS-guided treatment.

Patients and methods A systematic literature search of PubMed, Embase, and the Cochrane database was conducted to identify clinical studies comparing outcomes with and without transmural PS published until September 2022. Data on PFC recurrence and adverse events (AEs) were pooled using a random-effects model.
Results Nine studies including 380 patients with long-term transmural PS and 289 patients without PS were identified. The rate of PFC recurrence was significantly lower in patients with transmural PS (pooled odds ratio [OR] = 0.23, 95% confidence interval [CI] [0.08-0.65], P = 0.005). In a subgroup analysis limited to studies focusing on patients with disconnected pancreatic duct syndrome, which has been reported to be a risk factor for PFC recurrence, the OR was numerically lower than that for the entire cohort (OR = 0.14, 95% CI [0.04-0.46]). The rate of AEs was significantly higher with long-term transmural PS (OR = 14.77, 95% CI [4.21-51.83]).
Conclusions In this meta-analysis, long-term PS placement reduced the risk of PFC recurrence. Given the potential AEs of indwelling PS, further research is required to evaluate the overall benefits of long-term PS placement.
The Impact of the Disability Allowance on Financial Well-Being in the Maldives: Quasi-experimental Study
Authors: Banks Lena Morgon , Hameed Shaffa , Usman Sofoora Kawsar , Davey Calum , Kuper Hannah 
Published: December 2023

AbstractThere are few impact evaluations of social assistance programmes amongst people with disabilities, despite the increasing popularity of disability-targeted programmes. The Disability Allowance in the Maldives is a non-contributory, non-means-tested and unconditional cash transfer of MVR 2000 (US$130) per month. This study explores the impact of the Disability Allowance on financial well-being using a quasi-experimental study design with difference-in-difference analysis conducted between 2017 and 2019. Overall, this study found a modest impact of the Disability Allowance, mainly in food security. Receipt of the Disability Allowance was attributable to a decrease in the use of negative coping mechanisms in response to food insecurity and an increase in the food proportion of household consumption expenditures. There was a non-significant trend towards reduced poverty headcount and gap, and the likelihood of moderate/severe food insecurity. These findings carry implications for the design of social protection in the Maldives and globally, indicating possible improvements in programme design (e.g., increased amount) and for complementary interventions (e.g., improving access to disability-inclusive livelihood development programmes) to maximise impact.
Recontextualizing disassembled texts
Authors: Moreno García Luis Damián 
Published: December 2023

Abstract
Video game multimodality has been discussed mainly from the standpoints of Game and Media Studies, but also increasingly by Translation Studies (Mejías-Climent 2017; O’Hagan 2007; Vázquez-Calvo et al. 2019). However, there is still little research focusing on how mobile game localizers construe poly-semiotic texts and their subcomponents during the translation process. Due to certain factors, the textual components of video games are commonly separated from its audiovisual elements before being sent to localization experts, who are then confronted with disassembled “texts” forced back to monomodality. Furthermore, the “text” is intertwined with programming languages and subdivided into disconnected snippets. Thus, video game localizers constantly perform what is often called “blind” translation (Dietz 2006, 2007; O’Hagan and Mangiron 2013; Mejías-Climent 2021). The present piece of research focuses on the notion of the multimodal “text” as a “web of texts” (Gambier 2021) in the field of mobile game localization from Chinese into European languages and other Eastern languages. It analyses how professional localizers perform their meaning-making processes in regard to “text” and “context” in such a medium and explores how they strive to reinstate multimodality through (re)contextualization. The study replicated “blind” localization processes via a video game translation test finished and commented on by respondents under context-scarce conditions. Data was then triangulated with online surveys and interviews to assess localizers’ considerations towards the “text” as a “web of texts.” Through quantitative and qualitative coding, the paper explores the different elements present in the web(s) and offers a view of the mobile game as a vast entity seen by the translator from an incredibly limited and limiting element, that of the monomodal “text.” Results show that mobile game localizers construct, re-construct, and co-construct the “text” according to previous gaming and translation experiences, or even imagined representations of how, why, and where “texts” are embedded.
Triboelectric nanogenerator-integrated symmetric supercapacitor based on TiO2 encrusted MXene nanosheets for energy harvesting and storage applications
Authors: Sardana Sagar , Mahajan Parika , Mishra Ambuj , Mahajan Aman 
Published: December 2023

Abstract
With the rapid advances in the Internet of Things, it is possible to construct a self-charging power system integrating a triboelectric nanogenerator (TENG) and supercapacitor (SC), which represents an excellent tool for simultaneous conversion and storage of distributed environmental energy. In particular, the well-researched Ti3C2T
x
MXene materials for triboelectric nanogeneration lack high and stable power density, mainly due to the charge dissipation effect on their surface. Herein, the effectiveness of MXenes is enhanced by encrusting TiO2 on the inner and outer surfaces via a hydrothermal method. TiO2, which has inherent dielectric properties, could serve the dual function of electron trapping/blocking and surface polarization, mitigating the diffusion and drifting of surficial tribo-charges and thus increasing output TENG performance. An integrated TENG based on MXene/TiO2 composites with a TiO2 concentration of 3 mM has a higher output voltage than a pristine MXene-based TENG (110 V, a 1.83-fold increase) and achieves a maximum instantaneous power density of ∼1440 mW m−2. TiO2 is also conductive to pseudo-faradaic reactions, and the integrated MXene/TiO2 based symmetric SC exhibits an enhanced specific capacitance of 231.08 F g−1 at 1 A g−1, which is 4.52 times that of pristine MXene, with a maximum energy density of 12.74 W h kg−1 at a power density of 483.06 W kg−1. Finally, utilizing polyimide sheets as substrates, the flexible self-charging power system was integrated: the TENG charges the SC up to 0.8 V with a charging/discharging time of 37 s/40 s, showing great promise for the demands of flexible and self-powered electronics.
Efficient synthesis and characterization of novel BiVO4/ZnO/graphene composites to study enhanced photocatalytic activity for organic pollutant degradation
Authors: Liaqat Maira , Ahsan Sayyam , Iqbal Tahir , Afsheen Sumera , Khan Rana Rashad Mahmood , Al-Zaqri Nabil , El-Marghany Adel , Warad Ismail 
Published: December 2023

Abstract
This study reports the efficient synthesis and thorough characterization of novel graphene doped

BiV

O

4

/

ZnO

nanocomposites. Among these doping percentages, 3% BVZO/G is optimized composite as it shows the highest photocatalytic performance i–e 98% and 95% among all the doping percentages. Under the visible light exposure

λ
⩾
420

nm

, the decomposition of tetracycline (TC) and methylene blue has been studied to evaluate the photocatalytic activity of the prepared composites. The characterization techniques such as photoluminescence spectroscopy, UV visible (UV-Vis) spectroscopy, x-ray diffraction, scanning electron microscopy, and Fourier transform infrared have been used to investigate the optical, structural, morphological, and vibrational properties respectively. The findings of the research indicate that the doping of graphene resulted in enhanced absorption of visible light and efficient mitigation of charge carrier recombination. To check the stability of optimized photocatalyst, reusability test has been performed. Additionally, role of active species has been examined using different scavengers in trapping experiment. By understanding the composite material for the enhanced photocatalysis, the results of this research help to design a sustainable and efficient photocatalyst.
A dynamic goniometer-spectrometer with angle-to-time conversion
Authors: Yurin Alexander , Vishnyakov Gennady , Minaev Vladimir , Golopolosov Alexander 
Published: December 2023

Abstract
We present a dynamic goniometer–spectrometer for measuring the refractive index (RI) of transparent triangular prisms by converting the beam deviation angles into time intervals. The proposed measuring scheme allows the automatic determination of the RI simultaneously for several different wavelengths by measuring the time intervals between the moments of autocollimation of the reference and refracted rays reflected from a mirror continuously rotating around the object with constant angular speed. This makes it possible to avoid the use of an expensive ring laser or encoder for angle measurements and to use relatively inexpensive instruments for time measurements, which reduces the cost of measuring equipment. To calculate the RI value, we used the minimum deviation technique. A functional diagram of the measuring equipment is given. A reference prism made of NBK-7 Schott optical glass was experimentally studied and the measurement errors were estimated. The proposed measuring scheme can be used for automated RI measurement and to study the dispersion characteristics of triangular prisms made of optically transparent materials and liquid optically transparent substances filling a hollow triangular prism.
Investigating the electronic structure, elastic, magnetic, and thermoelectric nature of NiV
X
Sc1−X
Sb quaternary half-Heusler alloys
Authors: Benabdellah Ghlamallah , Toufik Djaafri , Mokhtari Mohamed , Salman Khan Muhammad , Tawfeek Ahmed M , Ahmad Hijaz 
Published: December 2023

Abstract
The structural, electronic, magnetic, elastic, and thermoelectric properties of NiV
x
Sc1−x
Sb half Heusler alloys with different compositions were investigated employing a self-consistent first-principles-based calculation that uses the full-potential linearized-augmented-plane-wave method. The structural characteristics, such as the bulk modulus and lattice constants, are examined with various vanadium concentrations. The accurately modified Becke Johnson potential was used to calculate the band gap energies. The equilibrium lattice parameter of the NiScSb type-I structure has the lowest energy and seems to be most stable among the other configurations, with a lattice constant value of 6.04 Å, which deviates from the experimental results by up to 0.5%. The bulk modulus rises as the lattice constant decreases. The ground states of the studied alloy structures are dynamically stable, as concluded by the non-existence of negative phonon frequencies. The band structure of NiScSb (for x = 0) was predicted as a non-magnetic semiconductor with an indirect band nature and an energy gap value of 0.244 eV along (Γ-point > X). This tendency was further supported by the symmetrical shape of the curves that reflect the densities of states for these configuration channels. The thermoelectric characteristics of these various combinations were also thoroughly investigated and discussed.
Tunable dual-emission of Sb3+, Ho3+ Co-doped Cs2NaScCl6 single crystals for light-emitting diodes
Authors: Qin Qingyong , Liu Yu , Gao Ge , Chen Zhaoqiong , Gao Zejiang , Chen Li , Zhong Xianci , Zou Bingsuo 
Published: December 2023

Abstract
Lead-free halide double perovskites are considered as one of the most promising materials in optoelectronic devices, such as solar cells, photodetectors, and light-emitting diodes (LEDs), due to their environmental friendliness and chemical stability. However, the extremely low photoluminescence quantum yield (PLQY) of self-trapped excitons (STEs) emission from lead-free halide double perovskites impedes their applications. Herein, Sb3+ ions were doped into rare-earth-based double perovskite Cs2NaScCl6 single crystals (SCs), resulting in a large enhancement of PLQY from 12.57% to 87.37%. Moreover, by co-doping Sb3+ and Ho3+ into Cs2NaScCl6 SCs, the emission color can be tuned from blue to red, due to an efficient energy transfer from STEs to Ho3+ ions. Finally, the synthesized sample was used in multicolor LED, which exhibited excellent stability and optical properties. This work not only provides a new strategy for improving the optical properties of Cs2NaScCl6 SCs, but also suggests its potential application in multicolor LEDs.
Self-powered, wide spectral UV response out-of-plane photodetector based on ZnO/porous silicon heterostructure
Authors: Bisht Bhanu Prakash , Toutam Vijaykumar , Dhakate Sanjay R 
Published: December 2023

Abstract
The photoresponse of the ZnO/porous silicon (p-Si) heterojunction is studied in an out-of-plane contact configuration. p-Si substrate is fabricated by anodic etching followed by the electrochemical deposition of ZnO NR film, forming ZnO/p-Si heterojunction. XRD study is done to understand the effect of the substrate on ZnO film growth in terms of strain and crystal size. UV–vis absorbance spectrum shows a broad absorption for wavelengths from 230 to 380 nm. The PL emission shows two narrow and prominent electron transition peaks at 263 and 383 nm and a peak of ∼550 nm corresponding to defects. The 263 nm wavelength responsivity of the photodetector from UV–vis and PL data suggests the presence of a defective SiO
x
as an intermediate layer between ZnO and p-Si. The photodetector is measured for its spectral selectivity and responsivity for both 266 and 370 nm. Under self-powered conditions, the device shows a low dark current of a few nA and enhancement of ∼100 nA and ∼1.37 μA for both wavelengths. A responsivity of 527 mA W−1 and 10.5 μA W−1 and detectivity of 2.5 × 1010 and 2.9 × 107 Jones at 1 V bias under 266 and 370 nm UV illumination are observed. The fast rise/decay time of 67/65 ms and 29/18 ms is observed for the self-powered condition of the device under both wavelengths respectively. The photoresponse of the modified ZnO/SiO
x
/p-Si heterojunction for both wavelengths is analyzed for the electron transfer mechanism using the heterojunction band bending model. The short circuit current and open circuit voltage of the photodetector is estimated to be 293 nA, 56.33 mV, and 13.63 μA, 124.8 mV for 266 and 370 nm, respectively. It is concluded that the 266 nm responsivity comes from the defects in SiO
x
intermediate layer, and the photocurrent generated in the device is due to tunneling across the junction.
Solution-processed bilayer InGaZnO/In2O3 thin film transistors at low temperature by lightwave annealing
Authors: Zhang Qian , Xia Guodong , Li Hangyu , Sun Qiang , Gong Hongyu , Wang Sumei 
Published: December 2023

Abstract
At low temperatures about 230 °C, bilayer InGaZnO/In2O3 thin film transistors (TFTs) were prepared by a solution process with lightwave annealing. The InGaZnO/In2O3 bilayer TFTs with SiO2 as dielectric layer show high electrical performances, such as a mobility of 7.63 cm2V−1s−1, a threshold voltage (V
th) of 3.8 V, and an on/off ratio higher than 107, which are superior to single-layer InGaZnO TFTs or In2O3 TFTs. Moreover, bilayer InGaZnO/In2O3 TFTs demonstrated a great bias stability enhancement due to the introduction of top InGaZnO film act as a passivation layer, which could prevent the interaction of ambient air with the bottom In2O3 layer. By using high dielectric constant AlO
x
film, the InGaZnO/In2O3 TFTs exhibit an improved mobility of 47.7 cm2V−1s−1. The excellent electrical performance of the solution-based InGaZnO/In2O3 TFTs shows great application potential for low-cost flexible printed electronics.