bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
A Call to Act Together
Authors: Jamir Tiakala 
Published: June 2023

AbstractThis article offers a discussion of the Assembly Message, ‘A Call to Act Together', which unpacks, reframes, critiques and amplifies some key texts and concepts and explores their missiological relevance from an Indian and indigeneous perspective. The Assembly Message highlights love as the moving force for mission, but the article questions if the Ecumenical movement has the boldness and inclusiveness required by love rooted in Christ. The call for reconcilitation is unpacked through reflections on the Ao Naga practice of Aksü, which is a tradition and custom for enabling reconciliation and peacemaking. The article offers Aksü as an illustration of the practices that could ground the Message's claim for reconciliation and names dimensions of the spirituality needed to sustain the Ecumenical movement's future direction. Love and reconciliation point to interrelationship, which the article insists must be inclusive of commonality and difference, but also move forward against the systems of marginalisation.
Pushing against Gender Barriers
Authors: Ece Kristina 
Published: June 2023

AbstractThis article presents the case study of Lilija Otīlija Grīviņa's calling to China. Her ministry is one example of how the practice of mission facilitates self‐identification, as a person responds to the call of God regardless of their gender. The major sources of the study are archive materials from the Liebenzell Mission and the Latvian Lutheran Church, as well as Grīviņa's newsletters published in Chinas Millionen. To provide theological background for the missionary service of women, the study also looks at the work of German missiologists Gustav Warneck and Theodore Christlieb. The research uses a main historical comparative methodology to uncover the development of thought of women missionaries in the specific historical context.
First outdoor records in the Old World of the invasive drywood termite, Cryptotermes brevis (Walker, 1853) (Kalotermitidae)
Authors: Najjari Aya , Taheri Ahmed , Hernández‐Teixidor David , Wetterer James K. 
Published: June 2023

AbstractCryptotermes brevis (Walker, 1853) (Kalotermitidae), commonly called the West Indian drywood termite, is an important structural pest in many parts of the world. Almost all records of C. brevis come from timber or furniture inside human structures. Although originally described for Jamaica, this species appears to be native to the coastal desert area of Peru and Chile, where it commonly occurs outdoors in the dead wood of both living and dead trees in riparian habitats and irrigated agricultural areas. Here, we report outdoor records of C. brevis from an agricultural habitat at the western edge of the Sahara Desert, an area climatically similar to their native range in South America. This constitutes the first outdoor report of the invasive termite in the Old World. In Dakhla, Moroccan Sahara, we found these termites living in the dead wood of a Brazilian peppertree (Schinus terebinthifolia Raddi) and the hollow stems of giant reeds (Arundo donax L.). In North Africa, C. brevis is otherwise known only from structural timbers in northern Egypt. Whether this termite become a significant pest in North Africa remains to be seen.
Ukraine's tenurial tangle: Housing, land and property restitution in the Russian war
Authors: Unruh Jon D. 
Published: June 2023

AbstractThe severity of the population dislocation and destruction of housing, land and property (HLP) in the Ukraine war has driven efforts for starting reconstruction planning prior to the war's end. This comes with the realization that recovery will entail considerable preparation, including efforts at using seized Russian assets to finance it. Engaging in HLP restitution and compensation will be a primary recovery challenge, with the Ukrainian government moving forward with legislation for facilitating this. However, the government's current approach to processing what will be millions of HLP claims for restitution and compensation faces a daunting challenge. Housing, land and property rights prior to the war comprised a dense tangle of confusion, corruption, and inadequate documentation; such that attempting to untangle each claim on a case‐by‐case basis as currently planned is highly problematic and risks instability. This article describes this tangle as five categories of problems: (1) the post‐Soviet transition, (2) rule of law problems, (3) administrative tangles, (4) corruption, and (5) war‐related issues. The article then recommends that the government and international community pursue a ‘mass claims and transitional justice’ approach to large‐scale HLP restitution which is aligned with international best practice and able to supersede the tenurial tangle.
Overbooking: Permissible when and only when scaled up
Authors: Sorensen Roy 
Published: June 2023

AbstractBumped from a flight? Relax with this defense of the big business practice of deliberately promising more services than one will provide. On a small scale, over‐promising yields a toxic moral dilemma and a lie. At a large scale, the dilemma becomes dilute, and the lie completely disappears. Overbooking is honest because there is a sufficiently high probability of fulfilling each promise. Overbooking is socially beneficial because the promised resources are used more efficiently. There are fewer wasted seats on jumbo jets and hence cheaper tickets with less pollution. Widespread disapproval of overbooking is a fallacious scaling error. Instead of there being too much overbooking, there is too little.
Comparative productive performance of cows born through embryo transfer, artificial insemination and natural mating in dairy and dual‐purpose herds raised in tropical conditions
Authors: Martínez J. F. , Galina C. S. , Rojas J. , Vargas B. , Romero‐Zúñiga J. J. 
Published: June 2023

AbstractA populational, observational and longitudinal‐retrospective study with records of 28 dairy‐specialized and dual‐purpose farms was carried out to compare the productive performance of cows born by embryo transfer (ET), artificial insemination (AI) and natural mating (NM), using the database of Centro Regional de Investigación para la Producción Animal Sostenible (CRIPAS) of cattle herds in Costa Rica. Herds (system × altitude), conception method (ET, AI and NM), genetic background (DSpB: specialized dairy breeds [Bos taurus] and crosses, GYR × HOL: Gyr × Holstein Crossbred and DSpB × BI: crosses between dairy breeds and Bos indicus), year of birth (or at calving), lactation number and days in milk were evaluated for the productive parameters age at first calving (AFC), calving to conception interval (CCI) and lactation milk yield (LMY) using a GLIMMIX procedure on SAS. The AFC, CCI and LMY were affected (p < .0001) by all factors considered in each parameter. ET has lower (p < .0001) AFC in months (33.1) than AI (35.2) and NM (36.44). NM had lower (p = .004) CCI (110 days) than AI or ET (121 days) values which were similar (p > .05). The higher LMY (p < .0001) was observed in ET (4140 kg), compared to AI (3706 kg) and NM (3595 kg). There was no difference between AI and NM. In conclusion, the method of conception in calves affected their future reproduction and production during puberty, postpartum and lactation. The effects on management decisions will require a rigorous economical study to discern whether ET would be a cost‐effective alternative to AI or NM.
How Does Community Leadership Contribute to Rural Environmental Governance? Evidence from Shanghai Villages*
Authors: Liu Pingyang , Han Aixi 
Published: June 2023

AbstractRural environmental governance in developing countries is often challenged by problems of insufficient investments, lack of incentives of stakeholders, and unsustainable practices. Whilst the dysfunction of rural community is regarded as one of the major reasons and has attracted much attention, the role of community leadership and its contributions to rural environmental governance under the dynamic changing context has been rarely explored. Drawing upon case studies of villages in Shanghai, China, this study posits that rural community leadership could be categorized into three dimensions: leading and demonstrating, mobilization and organization, and reputation and credibility. Results show that all three dimensions contribute positively to rural environmental governance, while mobilizing and organizing contributes more significantly in the short term, and reputation and credibility promotes rural environmental governance more effectively in the long term. Community leadership also presents significant moderating effects on the function of stakeholders and the implementation of top‐down policies and village rules and norms. Therefore, cultivating community leadership should be prioritized in the process of improving rural environmental governance.
COHUMAIN: Building the Socio‐Cognitive Architecture of Collective Human–Machine Intelligence
Authors: Gonzalez Cleotilde , Admoni Henny , Brown Scott , Woolley Anita Williams 
Published: June 2023

AbstractIn recent years, we have experienced rapid development of advanced technology, machine learning, and artificial intelligence (AI), intended to interact with and augment the abilities of humans in practically every area of life. With the rapid growth of new capabilities, such as those enabled by generative AI (e.g., ChatGPT), AI is increasingly at the center of human communication and collaboration, resulting in a growing recognition of the need to understand how humans and AI can integrate their inputs in collaborative teams. However, there are many unanswered questions regarding how human–AI collective intelligence will emerge and what the barriers might be. Truly integrated collaboration between humans and intelligent agents may result in a different way of working that looks nothing like what we know now, and it is important to keep the essential goal of human societal well‐being and prosperity a priority. In this special issue, we begin to scope out the underpinnings of a socio‐cognitive architecture for Collective HUman‐MAchine INtelligence (COHUMAIN), which is the study of the capability of an integrated human and machine (i.e., intelligent technology) system to achieve goals in a wide range of environments. This topic consists of nine papers including a description of the conceptual foundation for a socio‐cognitive architecture for COHUMAIN, empirical tests of some aspects of this architecture, research on proposed representations of intelligent agents that can jointly interact with humans, empirical tests of human–human and human–machine interactions, and philosophical and ethical issues to consider as we develop these systems.
Application of Biogenic Mineral Formation for the Preservation of Limestone Masonry at the Eski-Kermen Archeological Site
Authors: Rudenko A. P. , Namsaraev Z. B. , Komova A. V. , Loboda A. Yu. , Mandrykina A. V. , Krasheninnikov S. V. , Sharikov R. V. , Gurieva P. V. , Kovalenko E. S. , Khairedinova E. A. , Tereschenko E. Yu. , Aibabin A. I. , Yatsishina E. B. 
Published: June 2023

Abstract
Minimal interference with historical material and maximum preservation is one of the basic principles of the scientific restoration and conservation of monuments of historical and cultural heritage. The creation of nanoscale and microscale inorganic coatings is a promising way to protect limestone and marble cultural heritage objects. We conducted a laboratory testing of a method for stimulating biogenic mineral formation on the surface of limestone-masonry samples from the medieval cave town on the Eski-Kermen plateau (Crimea, Russia). The results showed the formation of a layer of crystallites of 0.4 to 1.3 µm on the surface of the limestone, an increase in the average strength values of the samples by 28% from 12.3 ± 2.8 to 15.8 ± 2.6 MPa, a 42% increase in the specific surface area of limestone, an 86% increase in salt attack resistance, and preservation of the capillary water-absorption level. The obtained results show the potential of using biogenic mineral formation for the conservation and restoration of limestone.
Is multimodal occupational therapy in addition to usual care cost-effective in people with thumb carpometacarpal osteoarthritis? A cost-utility analysis of a randomised controlled trial
Authors: Tveter Anne Therese , Kleven Linn , Osteras Nina , Nossum Randi , Eide Ruth Else Mehl , Klokkeide Åse , Matre Karin Hoegh , Olsen Monika , Kjeken Ingvild 
Published: June 2023

ObjectiveThe aim was to evaluate the cost-utility of a 3-month multimodal occupational therapy intervention in addition to usual care in patients with thumb carpometacarpal osteoarthritis (CMC1 OA).MethodsA cost-utility analysis was performed alongside a multicentre randomised controlled trial including three rheumatology departments in Norway. A total of 180 patients referred to surgical consultation due to CMC1 OA were randomised to either multimodal occupational therapy including patient education, hand exercises, assistive devices and orthoses (n=90), or usual care receiving only information on OA (n=90). The outcome measure was quality-adjusted life-years (QALYs) derived from the generic questionnaire EQ-5D-5L over a 2-year period. Resource use and health-related quality of life of the patients were prospectively collected at baseline, 4, 18 and 24 months. Costs were estimated by taking a healthcare and societal perspective. The results were expressed as incremental cost-effectiveness ratios, and a probabilistic sensitivity analysis with 1000 replications following intention-to-treat principle was done to account for uncertainty in the analysis.ResultsDuring the 2-year follow-up period, patients receiving multimodal occupational therapy gained 0.06 more QALYs than patients receiving usual care. The mean (SD) direct costs were €3227 (3546) in the intervention group and €4378 (5487) in the usual care group, mean difference €−1151 (95% CI −2564, 262). The intervention was the dominant treatment with a probability of 94.5% being cost-effective given the willingness-to-pay threshold of €27 500.ConclusionsThe within-trial analysis demonstrated that the multimodal occupational therapy in addition to usual care was cost-effective at 2 years in patients with CMC1 OA.Trial registration numberNCT01794754.
Estimating the costs of blindness and moderate to severe visual impairment among people with diabetes in India
Authors: Redding Stuart , Anderson Robert , Raman Rajiv , Sivaprasad Sobha , Wittenberg Raphael 
Published: June 2023

ObjectivesThis study provides an estimate of the annual cost of blindness and moderate to severe visual impairment (MSVI) among people with diabetes aged 40 years and above in India in the year 2019.DesignA cost of illness study.SettingIndia.ParticipantsPeople with diabetes aged 40 years and above in India in the year 2019.Primary and secondary outcome measuresEstimates are provided for the total costs of screening for most common vision-threatening eye conditions, treatment of these conditions, economic activity lost by these people and their family carers whose ability to work is affected, and loss of quality of life experienced by people with diabetes and blindness or MSVI.ResultsIt is estimated that for people with diabetes aged 40 years or above, annual screening followed by eye examination where required would cost around 42.3 billion Indian rupees (INR) (4230 crores) per year; treating sight problems around 2.87 billion INR (287 crores) per year if 20% of those needing treatment receive it; and lost economic activity around 472 billion INR (47 200 crores). Moreover, 2.86 million (0.286 crores) quality-adjusted life years (QALYs) are lost annually due to blindness and MSVI. The estimate of lost production is highly sensitive to the proportion of people with MSVI able to work and how their output compares with that of a person with no visual impairment.ConclusionsThis is the first study to estimate the cost of blindness and MSVI for people aged 40 years and over with diabetes in India. The annual cost to the Indian economy is substantial. This cost will be expected to fall if a successful screening and treatment plan is introduced in India. Further work is suggested using more robust data, when available, to estimate the loss of productivity and loss of QALYs, as this would be worthwhile.
Postpartum depression screening in mothers and fathers at well-child visits: a feasibility study within the NASCITA cohort
Authors: Segre Giulia , Clavenna Antonio , Cartabia Massimo , Bonati Maurizio 
Published: June 2023

ObjectiveTo assess the feasibility of the family paediatrician’s (FP) role in identifying the signs of postpartum depression in parents in time to guarantee child well-being.Design, setting and participantsData for this observational prospective study were collected within the NASCITA (NAscere e creSCere in ITAlia) cohort. During the first visit, paediatricians collected sociodemographic data regarding the parents and information about their health status, the pregnancy and the delivery. Whooley questions were administered during the first and second visits (scheduled 60–90 days after childbirth). Moreover, on the third visit (5–7 months after childbirth) the FP was asked to answer ‘yes’ or ‘no’ to a question on the parental postpartum depression, based on his knowledge and on the acquired information.ResultsIn 2203 couples who completed the assessment, 529 mothers (19.9%), 141 fathers (6.3%) and 110 (5%) couples reported any depressive symptomatology. Of these, 141 mothers (5.3% of the total sample) and 18 fathers (0.8% of the total sample) were classified as ‘likely depressed’. An association was found between maternal postnatal depressive symptoms and having a diagnosed psychiatric disorder during pregnancy (OR 9.49, 95% CI: 3.20 to 28.17), not exclusively breastfeeding at hospital discharge (OR 1.76, 95% CI: 1.19 to 2.61) and the presence of child sleeping disorders at 3 (OR 2.46, 95% CI: 1.41 to 4.28) and 6 months (OR 2.18, 95% CI: 1.37 to 3.47). Another significant predictor of postpartum depression was being primiparous (OR 1.99, 95% CI: 1.31 to 3.02). Concerning the fathers, a significant association was reported only between likely depressed fathers and child sleeping disorders at 3 months (OR 7.64, 95% CI: 2.92 to 19.97). Moreover, having a likely depressed partner was strongly associated with depressive symptoms in fathers (OR 85.53, 95% CI 26.83 to 272.69).ConclusionsThe findings of this study support the feasibility of an active screening programme for parental postnatal depression during well-child visits as an integral part of postpartum care.Trial registration numberNCT03894566; Pre-results.
Determining the usefulness of systematic18F-FDG PET/CT for the management of invasive fungal infection (PETIFI project): a prospective national multicentre cohort study protocol
Authors: Gutiérrez Andrea , Rodriguez Begoña , Velasquez Karina , Gutiérrez Isabel , García Sonia , Múñez Elena , Calderón-Parra Jorge , Callejas-Diaz Alejandro , Ramos-Martinez Antonio , Fernandez-Cruz Ana 
Published: June 2023

IntroductionThe evaluation of staging and activity of invasive fungal infection (IFI) is used to adjust the type and duration of antifungal therapy (AT). Typically anatomy-based imaging is used. Positron emission tomography/CT with18F-fluorodeoxyglucose (18F-FDG PET/CT) not only evaluates more than one body area in one session, but adds functional information to the anatomic data provided by usual imaging techniques and can potentially improve staging of IFI and monitoring of the response to therapy. Our objective is to analyse the impact of the systematic use of18F-FDG PET/CT in IFI diagnostic and therapeutic management.Methods and analysisMulticentre prospective cohort study of IFI with performance of systematic18F-FDG PET/CT at diagnosis and follow-up that will be carried out in 14 Spanish tertiary hospitals. It is planned to include 224 patients with IFI over a 2-year study period. Findings and changes in management before and after18F-FDG PET/CT will be compared. Additionally, the association of initial quantitative18F-FDG PET/CT parameters with response to therapy will be evaluated.The primary endpoint is to compare the yield of18F-FDG PET/CT with standard management without18F-FDG PET/CT in IFI at initial assessment (staging) and in monitoring the response to treatment.The impact of the results of18F-FDG PET/CT on the diagnostic-therapeutic management of patients with IFI (added value), as well as the prognostic ability of different quantification parameters of18F-FDG PET/CT will be secondary endpoints.Ethics and disseminationThe Clinical Research Ethics Committee of Puerta de Hierro-Majadahonda University Hospital approved the protocol of the study at the primary site. We plan to publish the results in high-impact journals.Trial registration numberNCT05688592.
Safety and effectiveness of the Woven EndoBridge (WEB) system for the treatment of wide necked bifurcation aneurysms: final 5 year results of the pivotal WEB Intra-saccular Therapy study (WEB-IT)
Authors: Fiorella David , Molyneux Andy , Coon Alex , Szikora Istvan , Saatci Isil , Baltacioglu Feyyaz , Aziz-Sultan Mohammad A , Hoit Daniel , Delgado Almandoz Josser E , Elijovich Lucas , Cekirge H Saruhan , Byrne James , Klisch Joachim , Arthur Adam S 
Published: June 2023

IntroductionThe US Woven EndoBridge Intra-saccular Therapy (WEB-IT) study is a pivotal, prospective, single arm, investigational device exemption study to evaluate the safety and effectiveness of the WEB device for the treatment of wide neck bifurcation aneurysms (WNBAs). We present complete 5 year data for the cohort of 150 patients.Methods150 patients with WNBAs were enrolled at 21 US and six international centers. Imaging from the index procedure, 6 month, 1 year, 3 year, and 5 year follow-up were reviewed by a core laboratory. Adverse events were reviewed and adjudicated by a clinical events adjudicator.Results83 patients had 5 year follow-up imaging and 123 had clinical follow-up. No ruptured (0/9) or unruptured aneurysm (0/141) rebled or bled during follow-up. No new device or procedure related adverse events or serious adverse events were reported after 1 year. At 5 years, using the LOCF method, complete occlusion was observed in 58.1% and adequate occlusion in 87.2% of patients. For patients with both 1 year and 5 year occlusion statuses available, 76.8% (63/82) of aneurysms remained stable or improved with no retreatment. After 1 year, 18 aneurysms were retreated, 11 of which were adequately occluded at 1 year, and 15 of which were retreated in the absence of any deterioration in occlusion grade.ConclusionsFive year follow-up data from the WEB-IT study demonstrated that the WEB device was safe and effective when used in the treatment of WNBAs. Aneurysm occlusion rates achieved at 1 year follow-up were durable, with rates of progressive thrombosis far exceeding rates of recurrence over time.