bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Risk of incident cardiovascular diseases at national and subnational levels in Iran from 2000 to 2016 and projection through 2030: Insights from Iran STEPS surveys
Authors: Ebrahimi Hedyeh , Masinaei Masoud , Aminorroaya Arya , Aryan Zahra , Mehdipour Parinaz , Rostam-Abadi Yasna , Ahmadi Naser , Saeedi Moghaddam Sahar , Pishgar Farhad , Ghanbari Ali , Rezaei Nazila , Takian Amirhossein , Farzadfar Farshad 
Published: August 2023

Background
Cardiovascular Disease (CVD) is the leading cause of death in developing countries. CVD risk stratification guides the health policy to make evidence-based decisions.

Aim
To provide current picture and future trend of CVD risk in the adult Iranian population.

Methods
Nationally representative datasets of 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2011, and 2016 STEPwise approach to non-communicable diseases risk factor surveillance (STEPS) studies were used to generate the 10-year and 30-year risks of CVD based on Framingham, Globorisk, and World Health Organization (WHO) risk estimation models. Trend of CVD risk was calculated from 2000 until 2016 and projected to 2030.

Results
In 2016, based on Framingham model, 14.0% of the Iranian, aged 30 to 74, were at great risk (≥20%) of CVD in the next 10 years (8.0% among females, 20.7% among males). Among those aged 25 to 59, 12.7% had ≥45% risk of CVD in the coming 30 years (9.2% among females, 16.6 among males). In 2016, CVD risk was higher among urban area inhabitants. Age-standardized Framingham 10-year CVD risk will increase 32.2% and 19%, from 2000 to 2030, in females and males, respectively. Eastern provinces had the lowest and northern provinces had the greatest risk.

Conclusions
This study projected that CVD risk has increased from 2000 to 2016 in Iran. Without further risk factor modification, this trend will continue until 2030. We have identified populations at higher risks of CVD to guide future intervention.
Medical malpractice in Oman: A 12-year retrospective record review
Authors: AlBalushi Amal A. , Al-Asmi Abdullah , Al-Shekaili Waleed , Kayed Rana Rafiq , Islam M. Mazharul , Ganesh Aishwarya , Al-Adawi Samir 
Published: August 2023

Background
There is a paucity of studies documenting medical malpractice litigation in countries of the Arabian Gulf, such as Oman.

Objectives
To describe the characteristics of malpractice claims, the outcomes decided by the medical liability committee, and predictors of medical errors.

Methods
This is a retrospective observational study that reviewed medical malpractice cases registered in Oman over a 12-year period (2010–2021) with the medical liability committee, known as the Higher Medical Committee (HMC). Descriptive and inferential statistical techniques, including multiple logistic regression techniques, were used for data analysis.

Results
Between 2010 and 2021, the HMC registered 1284 medical malpractice cases, out of which 1048 were fully investigated. The number of registered cases increased during this period. These cases included those raised by Omani nationals and expatriates, with a majority (86%) raised by Omani complainants. Two-thirds (67%) of the cases involved adult complainants aged 18–60 years. About 43% of the cases were from the urban Muscat region, and 68% were related to public hospitals. The most common specialties involved were obstetrics and gynecology (20.1%), internal medicine (19.7%), surgery (17.6%) and orthopedics (13.8%). Half (51%) of the appeals or grievances were dismissed because they were not preceded by medical negligence or malpractice. The average waiting time to initiate the investigation was 10 months. Errors were more common among non-Omani complainants and cases related to private hospitals. Significant predictors of errors included nationality (i.e. Omani vs. non-Omani), the referring institution, the medical specialty and the type of health institution involved, and the waiting time to initiate the investigation.

Conclusion
To date, the number of cases of medical malpractice in Oman is lower compared to international trends, although there has been an upsurge in recent years. More research using a more robust methodology is warranted to contextualise the factors that contribute to this upward trend, as well as the preponderance in urban settings and among certain demographic populations.
Statistics anxiety and predictions of exam performance in UK psychology students
Authors: Hunt Benjamin W. , Mari Tyler , Knibb Graeme , Christiansen Paul , Jones Andrew 
Published: August 2023

Background
Statistics anxiety is common among social science students. Despite much evidence examining statistics anxiety and test performance, little research has explored the role of student self-prediction on test performance in a higher education setting.

Objective
The purpose of this study was to investigate the relationship between statistics anxiety and both students’ self-prediction of their future exam performance and actual test performance on a formal statistics assessment at undergraduate level in psychology students in the UK.

Method
Using a cross-sectional design, two hundred and two students were required to complete Statistics Anxiety Rating Scales, the Mathematical Prerequisites for Psychometrics Scale, and provided self-predicted test performance scores. Test performance data was obtained from a formal statistics assessment.

Results
As predicted, we demonstrated statistics test anxiety to be negatively associated with self-predicted performance. Additionally, we found statistics anxiety was positively associated with test performance.

Conclusion
The findings highlight the complex relationship between statistics anxiety and test performance, suggesting there may be an optimal level of anxiety for performance in statistics assessments.

Implications
The results we report have implications for psychology research methods and statistics instructors who may wish to incorporate the findings into statistics instruction modules in order to assuage high levels of statistics anxiety and foster student well-being.
A könyvtárak médiatudatossága és az olvasóvá nevelés stratégiái a közösségi média segítségével
Authors: Szabó Dóra , Dani Erzsébet 
Published: August 2023

A technikai vívmányok rohamos fejlődése a könyvtár- és információtudományt, a közgyűjtemények működését is sok értelemben átalakították, megváltoztatták. Mindezeken túl az infokommunikációs technikák számtalan új lehetőséget biztosítanak a könyvtáraknak a mindennapi működésben, a szolgáltatások fejlesztésében és szélesítésében, a könyvtárhasználói és olvasói kör bővítésében. Témánk kontextusában ugyanis a könyvtár egyik fontos lényege (az általános könyvtári szolgáltatások kínálatán túl) az olvasással megvalósuló érzelmi állapot létrehozásának segítése, annak a motivációnak az erősítése, amely olvasásra ösztönöz.Napjainkban az olvasóvá nevelés (egyre nehezebb) feladatát a hagyományos módszereken túl digitális lehetőségek is segítik, melyeknek egyik platformja az életünk szerves részévé vált közösségi média. Az interaktív közegben nagy sikernek örvendő influenszer-tevékenység széleskörű fogyasztói elérést biztosít, mely által a hatásuk felerősödik, s ezáltal az internet ezen szereplői a könyvtárak bizonyos szolgáltatásait is segíthetik. Mindezek fényében a következő kérdésekre keressük a választ: Hogyan lehet a közösségi média és influenszerek segítségével az embereket olvasásra vagy könyvtárba járásra ösztönözni? Hogyan tudják a könyvtárak hatékonyan támogatni az olvasást és az információs műveltséget egy gyorsan változó világban, ahol a digitális eszközök terjedése és fejlődése megállíthatatlan? A könyves influenszerek milyen mértékben és hogyan járulhatnak hozzá az olvasóvá neveléshez, illetve jelenleg van-e bármilyen együttműködési gyakorlatuk a közkönyvtárakkal?Jelen tanulmányban szeretnénk bemutatni a Katona József Könyvtár (Kecskemét) közösségi média platformjait, azok eredményességét. A könyvtár jó gyakorlatait mélyinterjúkkal tervezzük kiegészíteni, melyeket hazai könyves influenszerekkel fogunk elvégezni, annak érdekében, hogy hozzájáruljunk az irodalmi és kulturális mediációhoz, és hogy bemutassuk akét ágens közötti lehetséges metszéspontokat.
Dziedzictwo kulinarne polsko-czesko-niemieckiego pogranicza (na przykładzie gwarowych nazw klusek)
Authors: Świtała-Trybek Dorota , Przymuszała Lidia 
Published: August 2023

Celem artykułu jest pokazanie dziedzictwa kulinarnego polsko-czesko-niemieckiego pogranicza na przykładzie śląskich nazw klusek. W tekście analizie poddano 75 gwarowych leksemów, omawiając ich pochodzenie i motywację. Wyróżniono kilka grup motywacyjnych: nazwy odnoszące się do sposobu przyrządzania potrawy; nazwy nawiązujące do jej głównego składnika; nazwy wskazujące na właściwości organoleptyczne klusek (kolor, kształt, konsystencja) oraz na ich związek z regionem czy państwem. Część przykładów nazw klusek to pożyczki z języka niemieckiego i języka czeskiego, wskazujące na wspólne dziedzictwo kulinarne.
Bazę materiałową niniejszego tekstu stanowią dawne i nowsze źródła etnograficzne, słowniki gwarowe oraz materiały terenowe zebrane w ostatnich kilku latach na obszarze dwóch województw: śląskiego i opolskiego.
Reduced reactive hyperemia of the brachial artery in diabetic patients assessed by repeated measurements: The FMD‐J B study
Authors: Masaki Nobuyuki , Adachi Takeshi , Tomiyama Hirofumi , Kohro Takahide , Suzuki Toru , Ishizu Tomoko , Ueda Shinichiro , Yamazaki Tsutomu , Furumoto Tomoo , Kario Kazuomi , Inoue Teruo , Koba Shinji , Takemoto Yasuhiko , Hano Takuzo , Sata Masataka , Ishibashi Yutaka , Node Koichi , Maemura Koji , Ohya Yusuke , Furukawa Taiji , Ito Hiroshi , Higashi Yukihito , Yamashina Akira , Takase Bonpei 
Published: August 2023

AbstractType 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) is a major cause of microvascular dysfunction. However, its effect on blood flow patterns during ischemic demand has not been adequately elucidated. In this study, we investigated the hypothesis that microvascular dysfunction in patients with T2DM manifests as brachial reactive hyperemia (BRH), defined as the ratio of peak blood flow velocities in a brachial artery before and after forearm cuff occlusion. The study enrolled 943 subjects (men, n = 152 [T2DM] and n = 371 [non‐T2DM]; women, n = 107 [T2DM] and n = 313 [non‐T2DM], respectively) with no history of cardiovascular disease. Semiautomatic measurements were obtained three times at 1.5‐year intervals to confirm the reproducibility of factors involved in BRH for each sex. An age‐adjusted mixed model demonstrated attenuated BRH in the presence of T2DM in both men (p = 0.022) and women (p = 0.031) throughout the study period. Post hoc analysis showed that the estimated BRH was significantly attenuated in patients with T2DM regardless of sex, except at baseline in women. In multivariate regression analysis, T2DM was a negative predictor of BRH at every measurement in men. For women, BRH was more strongly associated with alcohol consumption. Repeated measurements analysis revealed that T2DM was associated with attenuated postocclusion reactive hyperemia.
PDE5 inhibitors: breaking new grounds in the treatment of COVID-19
Authors: Varghese Ryan , Digholkar Gargi , Karsiya Jainam , Salvi Sahil , Shah Jeenam , Kumar Dileep , Sharma Rohit 
Published: August 2023

Abstract

Introduction
Despite the ever-increasing occurrences of the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) cases around the world, very few medications have been validated in the clinical trials to combat COVID-19. Although several vaccines have been developed in the past quarter, the time elapsed between deployment and administration remains a major impediment.

Content
Repurposing of pre-approved drugs, such as phosphodiesterase 5 (PDE5) inhibitors, could be a game-changer while lessening the burden on the current healthcare system. Repurposing and developing phosphodiesterase 5 (PDE5) inhibitors could extrapolate their utility to combat the SARS-CoV-2 infection, and potentially aid in the management of the symptoms associated with its newer variants such as BF.7, BQ.1, BQ.1.1, XBB.1.5, and XBB.1.16.

Summary
Administration of PDE5 inhibitors via the oral and intravenous route demonstrates other potential off-label benefits, including anti-apoptotic, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and immunomodulatory effects, by intercepting several pathways. These effects can not only be of clinical importance in mild-to-moderate, but also moderate-to-severe SARS-CoV-2 infections. This article explores the various mechanisms by which PDE5 inhibitors alleviates the symptoms associated with COVID-19 as well as well as highlights recent studies and findings.

Outlook
These benefits of PDE5 inhibitors make it a potential drug in the physicians’ armamentarium in alleviating symptoms associated with SARS-CoV-2 infection. However, adequate clinical studies must be instituted to eliminate any untoward adverse events.
Investigations on Case Hardening of an Additive Manufactured Steel 20MnCr5 (via PBF-LB/M)
Authors: Mallow S. , Schmitt M. , Gebauer M. , Stockburger R. , Reich M. , Kessler O. 
Published: August 2023

Abstract
As an additive manufacturing process, powder bed fusion of metals using a laser beam (PBF-LB/M) enables the near-net-shape production of complex components in a single step. In combination with case hardening, it will thus be possible in the future to produce lightweight, functionally integrated transmission components characterized by high-strength surface layers with a sufficiently tough component core. However, the process-related new initial conditions resulting from very high solidification rates in PBF-LB/M may mean that case hardening of PBF-LB/M materials with standard parameters achieves different case hardening results than have been usual in the past. This hypothesis was investigated in the present work using the case hardening steel 20MnCr5 (material number 1.7147) after successful development of industry-relevant PBF-LB/M parameters. Besides the convincing results regarding microstructure, hardness and carbon depth profiles, case hardening with standard parameters led to irregular grain growth due to holding at high temperatures for several hours during carburization.
Bounding the probabilities of benefit and harm through sensitivity parameters and proxies
Authors: Peña Jose M. 
Published: August 2023

Abstract
We present two methods for bounding the probabilities of benefit (a.k.a. the probability of necessity and sufficiency, i.e., the desired effect occurs if and only if exposed) and harm (i.e., the undesired effect occurs if and only if exposed) under unmeasured confounding. The first method computes the upper or lower bound of either probability as a function of the observed data distribution and two intuitive sensitivity parameters, which can then be presented to the analyst as a 2-D plot to assist in decision-making. The second method assumes the existence of a measured nondifferential proxy for the unmeasured confounder. Using this proxy, tighter bounds than the existing ones can be derived from just the observed data distribution.
A Comparative Study of the Military Tactics of the Mongol Empire and Goguryeo Kingdom (Goryeo)
Authors: Jang Jaehyuk , Kim Kisun 
Published: August 2023

Abstract
The study is conducted as a comparative study of military tactics of the powers representing different regions and time periods throughout human history. Despite the differences in circumstance and time, common success factors are identified in the military tactics of the two great powers. Based on these success factors, it is possible to compare the military tactics of these armies using the following common criteria: basic tactical unit system, strategic flexibility, tactical mobility, and strategic planning. The Mongol Empire and Goguryeo Kingdom had long been the dominant military powers in their regions. Also, during the Goryeo Dynasty, which succeeded Goguryeo, the Mongolian army invaded Goryeo and used there creative military tactics. Especially, the Mongol army was one of the greatest in human history, and through its power and military skill, led to the magnificent growth of the Mongol Empire. Thus, this study identifies the success factors of the Mongol military tactics through comparison with Goguryeo military tactics.
Precarious Professionals: The Impact of Neoliberalism on the Workforce of the Nonprofit Human Service Sector
Authors: Hyde Cheryl 
Published: August 2023

Abstract
Forty years of neoliberal policies and protocols, such as privatization, austerity measures, and managerialism, has pushed the U.S. human service sector to the brink of collapse. This commentary delineates the impact of neoliberalism on nonprofit human service agencies. Specific attention is paid to the untenable working conditions of professional frontline staff, who are tasked with providing much needed programs and services to often vulnerable populations. Worker strategies for coping with and fighting against neoliberalism, both individual and collective, are delineated. This piece concludes with some suggestions for more systemic responses to ameliorate and challenge neoliberalism’s impact on the human service sector workforce, although additional strategies are also needed.
Metformin rescues migratory deficits of cells derived from patients with periventricular heterotopia
Authors: Bressan Cedric , Snapyan Marta , Snapyan Marina , Klaus Johannes , di Matteo Francesco , Robertson Stephen P , Treutlein Barbara , Parent Martin , Cappello Silvia , Saghatelyan Armen 
Published: August 2023

AbstractPeriventricular neuronal heterotopia (PH) is one of the most common forms of cortical malformation in the human cortex. We show that human neuronal progenitor cells (hNPCs) derived from PH patients with a DCHS1 or FAT4 mutation as well as isogenic lines had altered migratory dynamics when grafted in the mouse brain. The affected migration was linked to altered autophagy as observed in vivo with an electron microscopic analysis of grafted hNPCs, a Western blot analysis of cortical organoids, and time‐lapse imaging of hNPCs in the presence of bafilomycin A1. We further show that deficits in autophagy resulted in the accumulation of paxillin, a focal adhesion protein involved in cell migration. Strikingly, a single‐cell RNA‐seq analysis of hNPCs revealed similar expression levels of autophagy‐related genes. Bolstering AMPK‐dependent autophagy by metformin, an FDA‐approved drug, promoted migration of PH patients‐derived hNPCs. Our data indicate that transcription‐independent homeostatic modifications in autophagy contributed to the defective migratory behavior of hNPCs in vivo and suggest that modulating autophagy in hNPCs might rescue neuronal migration deficits in some forms of PH.
Persepsi Alumni Program Studi Komunikasi dan Penyiaran Islam dengan Stakeholder terhadap Kesesuaian Kurikulum dalam Dunia Kerja
Authors: Fathurokmah Fita , Muin Masran , Hasanah Iin Ulfatul 
Published: August 2023

The success of an institution that produces its graduates is seen from the extent to which graduates can practice knowledge in their fields in society. Therefore, to see to what extent graduates of the Islamic Communication and Broadcasting study program, Faculty of Dakwah and Communication Studies, UIN Syarif Hidayatullah Jakarta can benefit society, it is necessary to carry out tracking (Tracer Study). This alumni tracking seeks information regarding the whereabouts of graduates. It is difficult to know the number of graduates absorbed in the world of work. The suitability of graduates' work fields cannot be known, as well as the abilities of graduates from the point of view of users (stakeholders). Therefore, this research was conducted. The main findings are the perceptions of alumni from the Islamic Communication and Broadcasting Study Program with Stakeholders regarding the suitability of the curriculum in the world of work that is not optimal according to the profile of graduates. A professional certificate is required for KPI Study Program graduates issued by UIN Syarif Hidayatullah Jakarta along with trade involving collaborations such as the Ministry of Manpower and the Ministry of Communication and Information. In fact, only graduates from the class of 2015 are the first to receive a diploma companion, which is called a Diploma Companion Certificate (SKPI). Based on gender, it was found that the alumni of the Islamic Communication and Broadcasting Study Program (KPI) of the Faculty of Da'wah and Communication Sciences of UIN Syarif Hidayatullah Jakarta alumni from 2011 to 2015 received 59.47% for males and 67.53% for females. Respondents who have not worked amounted to 13 people or the equivalent of 13 percent, and those who have worked amounted to 113 people or the equivalent of 90 percent. The variations in the work of alumni of the Islamic Communication and Broadcasting Study Program, Faculty of Da'wah and Communication Sciences, UIN Syarif Hidayatullah Jakarta, Class of 2011 to 2015, consist of three major groups, namely working in private agencies, government agencies, and entrepreneurs or self-employed.
Pro dan Kontra Penerapan Sistem Informasi Partai Politik pada Pemilu 2024 di Indonesia
Authors: Khairiyah Miftahul , Rahmawati Dian Eka , Purwaningsih Titin 
Published: August 2023

This research looks at the Pros and Cons that occur due to the use of SIPOL in the Registration of Political Parties in the 2024 Election in the mass media. What substance is being debated and how are the actors involved? Qualitative descriptive research method by means of literature studies. The research findings show that the pros and cons involved actors, namely the election organizers of the KPU and Bawaslu, then political and election observers as well as election contestants, namely political parties. Actors who are pro against SIPOL think that this is a necessity as a modernization of political parties and elections following technological advances, while those who are against SI-POL focus on transparency and openness carried out by the KPU in presenting data so that it is more transparent to the public.
Penelitian ini melihat Pro dan Kontra yang terjadi karena pengunaan SIPOL dalam Pendaftaran Partai Politik pada Pemilu ta­hun 2024 di media masa. subtansi apa yang menjadi perdebatan dan bagai­ma­na keterlibatan para aktor. Metode Penelitian deskriptif kuali­ta­tif dengan cara studi literatur. Temuan penelitian bahwan pro kontra terjadi melibatkan aktor yaitu pihak penyelenggara Pe­mi­lu KPU dan BAWASLU kemudian pihak pengamat Politik dan Pemilu ser­ta Peserta Pemilu yaitu Partai Politik. Aktor Yang Pro tehadap SIPOL menggangap ini merupakan keharusan sebagai modernisasi Partai Politik dan Pemilu mengikuti kemajuan Teknologi sedangkan yang Kontra terhadap SI­POL menitikberatkan bagaimana transparansi dan keterbukaan yang dila­ku­kan KPU dalam menyajikan data agar lebih transparan kepada publik