bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Disentangling wildlife–cattle interactions in multi‐host tuberculosis scenarios: systematic review and meta‐analysis
Authors: Ferreira Eduardo M. , Duarte Elsa L. , Cunha Mónica V. , Mira António , Santos Sara M. 
Published: August 2023

Abstract

Ecological interactions involving wildlife (wild mammals) and cattle Bos taurus are considered fundamental drivers of animal tuberculosis (TB) caused by Mycobacterium bovis at the wildlife–livestock interface. Despite recent insights about the role of direct and indirect interactions on TB dynamics, a mechanistic evaluation of studies addressing patterns of wildlife–cattle interaction at the global level is lacking, and the most likely factors explaining interaction rates under different epidemiological scenarios remain poorly understood.

We began by reviewing the main criteria used to define a wildlife–cattle interaction relevant to Mycobacterium bovis transmission under different methodological approaches (camera‐trapping, proximity loggers and Global Positioning System collars). Secondly, we applied a generic framework to estimate and characterise interaction patterns between susceptible wildlife and cattle hosts worldwide, testing the effect of potential ecological and methodological factors on interaction rates.

We synthesise two main criteria to define direct interactions and five criteria to define indirect interactions between wildlife and cattle. Using data from 31 studies, our meta‐analysis showed that wildlife–cattle direct interaction rates were low (mean = 0.03 interactions/month per species pair, range: 0.00–0.12). In contrast, indirect interaction rates were 154 times higher than the mean of direct interaction rates (mean = 4.63 interactions/month per species pair, range: 0.16–30.00).

To prevent TB transmission to cattle, attention should be given to indirect interactions between wildlife and cattle in shared environments. Indirect interactions significantly increase with increasing wildlife density, which, hypothetically, could result in a higher TB transmission risk for cattle. We outline recommendations to achieve harmonised integration and comparison of results in future studies. Consolidation of knowledge in this field will contribute towards guiding control and biosecurity measures, also applicable to other infectious diseases at the wildlife, domestic species and human interfaces.
Exploring the potential of meeting adolescent girls’ nutrient needs in urban Colombia using food‐based recommendations
Authors: Knight Frances , Kuri Sabrina , Damu Claudia , Mejia Carla , Correa Guzmán Nathalia , Bergeron Gilles , Restrepo‐Mesa Sandra L. 
Published: August 2023

AbstractDuring adolescence, many young people gain greater food choice agency but also become increasingly exposed and susceptible to environmental pressures that influence their food choices. This coincides with increased nutritional needs, especially for girls. In urban Colombia, adolescent diets are often high in undesirable foods and low in nutritious foods, contributing to overweight and micronutrient deficiencies. This study aimed to explore the potential of improving diet quality using food‐based recommendations (FBRs) within the parameters of local food systems and adolescents’ existing dietary patterns to inform context‐specific programmatic responses to malnutrition. We applied linear programming analysis to dietary data from 13‐ to 20‐year‐old girls in Medellin to identify problem nutrients, local micronutrient sources, and promising FBRs. Iron and, to a lesser extent, calcium targets were difficult to meet using optimized diets based on local foods, especially for 13‐ to 17‐year‐olds. High habitual consumption of foods with excessive salt, fat, or sugar provided >5% of micronutrients in optimized diets. Otherwise, significant micronutrient sources included legumes, meat, dairy, bread, potatoes, and fruit. FBRs met targets for 10 micronutrients but only 32%–39% recommended nutrient intake for iron. FBRs, including occasionally consumed foods and supplements, met all intake targets for less cost, indicating a need to increase access to nutrient‐dense products.
Psychometric evaluation of the Indonesian version of the Person‐centered Care Assessment Tool
Authors: Weni Woro Mustika , Shimizu Megumi , Ando‐Ohmura Chiaki , Ohashi Yuki , Edvardsson David , Backman Annica , Baxter Rebecca , Kloos Noortje , Ozaki Akiko 
Published: August 2023

AbstractBackgroundThe number of Indonesian care staff working in hospitals and long‐term care facilities caring for persons with dementia in Japan is increasing; however, there is no instrument available in the Indonesian language to assess their dementia care practice.ObjectivesThis study aimed to translate the Person‐centered Care Assessment Tool (P‐CAT) and evaluate its psychometric properties in a sample of Indonesian care staff working in dementia care and long‐term care facilities in Japan.MethodsThis is a descriptive, methodological, and cross‐sectional study. The P‐CAT was translated into the Indonesian language. The draft was administered to Indonesian care staff (n = 218) working at long‐term care facilities in Japan. Data were analysed using exploratory factor analysis (EFA), confirmatory factor analysis (CFA), known‐group validity, internal consistency, and test–retest reliability.ResultsEFA showed three‐factor and CFA of the three‐factor indicated that the model had an acceptable fit (chi‐squared statistics/degree of freedom = 1.78, comparative fit index = 0.94, root mean square error of approximation = 0.06) with a slightly different structure compared to the original P‐CAT. Regarding known‐group validity, the P‐CAT total score was significantly higher for those who had training in dementia, who knew about person‐centred care, and who showed satisfaction in the job. Internal consistency (Cronbach's α) of the total scale was 0.68 which is considered acceptable, and the test–retest reliability intraclass correlation coefficient was 0.61 which is considered moderate.ConclusionThe Indonesian P‐CAT indicated sound validity and reliability to measure person‐centred care among Indonesian care staff working in dementia care and long‐term care facilities in Japan.Implication for PracticeThe development of Indonesian P‐CAT allows the evaluation of dementia care, promotes and further improves person‐centred care for persons with dementia provided by Indonesian care staff working in long‐term care facilities in Japan.
Nurses' perspectives on medication errors and prevention strategies in residential aged care facilities through a national survey
Authors: Kuppadakkath Subhash Chandran , Bhowmik Jahar , Olasoji Michael , Garvey Loretta 
Published: August 2023

AbstractBackgroundMedication errors are common in residential aged care facilities (RACFs) due to several factors. Effective medication management is essential to prevent medication errors among older people particularly due to the complexity of co‐morbidities they can experience.ObjectivesThis study aimed to examine and quantify the contributing factors of medication errors from nurses' perspectives and the prevention strategies to reduce medication errors among older adults living in RACFs.MethodsA survey with 140 completed responses from registered nurses (RNs) and endorsed enrolled nurses (EENs) working in RACFs across Australia were included in the study. The survey had 24 items, related to contributing factors of medication errors, and the prevention strategies. Descriptive statistics and exploratory factor analysis were used in the data analysis process.ResultsThe study identified medication errors are caused by contributing factors such as use of agency staffing (70.4%) and delays in receipt of laboratory results (94.3%). However, it also identified suggestions to reduce medication errors in RACFs, for example use of electronic alerts (88.3%), and efficient laboratory communication (91.8%). Our results revealed three key factors for causes (workload, interprofessional involvement and interruptions) and suggestions (medication safety alerts, medication process improvement and effective reporting).ConclusionMedication errors in RACFs are a global problem being one of the leading causes of morbidity and mortality. The knowledge and awareness of the factors associated with medication errors and the prevention strategies can guide potential quality improvement plans and contribute to minimisation of risk associated with medication safety in RACFs.Implications for practiceThe study recommends strategies for best practices in medication management such as interprofessional collaboration, implementing standardised policies and electronic alerts to reduce medication errors in RACFs.
Open Surgical Treatments of Osteoporotic Vertebral Compression Fractures
Authors: Li Junyu , Xu Lizhi , Liu Yinhao , Sun Zhuoran , Wang Yongqiang , Yu Miao , Li Weishi , Zeng Yan 
Published: August 2023

With an aging population, the osteoporotic vertebral compression fracture (OVCF) has become a constant concern for its physical and neurological complications, such as spinal kyphosis and refractory pains. Compared with traditional conservative treatments, the open surgery is more superior in some ways because of its direct decompression and correction. Various operation methods applying to different indications have been developed to deal with different fracture situations, including anterior, posterior, and combined surgery. In this review, we have concluded the latest developments of the surgery treating OVCF and the internal fixation as references for spinal surgeons of the choice of suitable treatments.
Incompatibilism and the garden of forking paths
Authors: Law Andrew 
Published: August 2023

AbstractLet (leeway) incompatibilism be the thesis that causal determinism is incompatible with the freedom to do otherwise. Several prominent authors have claimed that incompatibilism alone can capture, or at least best captures, the intuitive appeal behind Jorge Luis Borges's famous “Garden of Forking Paths” metaphor. The thought, briefly, is this: the “single path” leading up to one's present decision represents the past; the forking paths that one must decide between represent those possible futures consistent with the past and the laws of nature. But if determinism is true, there is only one possible future consistent with the past and the laws and, hence, only one path to choose from. That is, if determinism is true, then we are not free to do otherwise. In this paper, I argue that this understanding of the Garden of Forking Paths faces a number of problems and ought to be rejected even by incompatibilists. I then present an alternative understanding that not only avoids these problems but still supports incompatibilism. Finally, I consider how various versions of (leeway) compatibilism fit with the Garden of Forking Paths as well as the broader question of whether metaphors, however intuitive, have any dialectical force in the debates over freedom.
Partiality, Asymmetries, and Morality's Harmonious Propensity
Authors: Lange Benjamin , Brandt Joshua 
Published: August 2023

AbstractWe argue for asymmetries between positive and negative partiality. Specifically, we defend four claims: i) there are forms of negative partiality that do not have positive counterparts; ii) the directionality of personal relationships has distinct effects on positive and negative partiality; iii) the extent of the interactions within a relationship affects positive and negative partiality differently; and iv) positive and negative partiality have different scope restrictions. We argue that these asymmetries point to a more fundamental moral principle, which we call Morality's Harmonious Propensity. According to this principle, morality has a propensity toward preserving positive relationships and dissolving negative ones.
The efficacy of intralesional vitamin D3 injection in the treatment of cutaneous warts: A clinical therapeutic trial study
Authors: Al‐Sabak Haider , Al‐Hattab Mohammed , Al‐Rammahi Marwah , Al‐Dhalimi Muhsin 
Published: August 2023

AbstractBackgroundThe human papillomavirus that causes warts is usually harmless, and it can infect any part of the skin or mucous membranes. Despite the availability of several treatments, warts often return, and scarring, pigmentation changes, and recurrence are all possible side effects.AimIntralesional vitamin D3 was employed as an immunotherapy for cutaneous warts in the current investigation.Materials and MethodsIn Al‐Sadr Medical City in the city of Al‐Najaf Al‐Ashraf, a skin clinic conducted a therapeutic clinical experiment. A total of 204 cutaneous warts were examined in 40 patients (14 men and 26 females). Vitamin D3 solution of the dose (600 000 IU) was injected into the lesions' bases, with 0.2 mL per patient. Each session could only inject up to five warts. The injections were given every 2 weeks for a total of four times. Instructing patients to forego the use of any topical or oral medication was also a part of the protocol. Each patient was evaluated for recurrence risk before each therapy and then again 6 months later.Result and DiscussionThere was a wide range of patient ages in this study, from 20 months to 52 years. About 65% of the cases included females. When looking at the many kinds of warts, the most prevalent was the common wart (71.6%). After four treatments, a positive response was considered to have occurred when all lesions had disappeared, a partial response when more than half of the lesions had disappeared, and no reaction when less than half of the lesions had disappeared. The final tally was 81.9% for those who responded in whole, 11.3% for those who responded partially, and 6.9% for those who did not respond at all. Next‐session complete response rates were 12.7%, 29.9%, 54.9%, and 81.9%, respectively. Thirteen people experienced adverse symptoms, most noticeably minor swelling and itching. Within 6 months of follow‐up, warts had completely disappeared for all patients with a partial or modest response except one who had no reaction.ConclusionVitamin D3 administered intralesional is an effective and low‐cost treatment for cutaneous warts.
Supplier Networks at the Integrated Peripheries of the Automobile Industry: The Case of Keiretsu Suppliers in Thailand
Authors: Guerrero David , ITOH Hidekazu , Lim Guanie , Reme‐Harnay Petronille , Corre Guillaume 
Published: August 2023

AbstractThe formation of supplier networks at the integrated peripheries is a complex process and results from variegated strategies adopted by firms seeking to adapt to the specificities of each host state. This study aims to provide a preliminary explanation of these patterns by focusing on the case of tier 1 suppliers serving Japanese car manufacturers in Thailand. The empirical data, which capture supply relationships for five different car parts and components, were analysed using a network visualization method. Our initial findings provide insights into how the supply networks vary across car manufacturers and countries and suggest some of the conditions at the integrated peripheries which can enable suppliers to expand their client portfolio to gain scale. The paper also discusses how the integrated periphery framework intersects with the keiretsu networks of Japanese car manufacturers.
Favorable experience of transplant strategy including liver grafts from COVID‐19 donors: One‐year follow‐up results
Authors: Martini Silvia , Saracco Margherita , Cocchis Donatella , Pittaluga Fabrizia , Lavezzo Bruna , Barisone Francesca , Chiusa Luigi , Amoroso Antonio , Cardillo Massimo , Grossi Paolo A. , Romagnoli Renato 
Published: August 2023

AbstractBackgroundSince November 2020, Italy was the first country to carry out a protocol and use liver from COVID‐19 donors. We aimed to evaluate the medium‐term outcome of patients who underwent liver transplant (LT) with those grafts.MethodsWe consecutively enrolled 283 patients who underwent first LT from November 2020 to December 2022 in our Center (follow‐up 468 days). Twenty‐five of 283 (8.8%, study population) received a graft from donors with previous (4%) or active (96%) SARS‐CoV‐2 infection, and 258/283 (91.2%, control group) received a graft from COVID‐19‐negative donors. SARS‐CoV‐2‐RNA was tested on graft tissue of COVID‐19 donors and their recipients underwent weekly evaluation of SARS‐CoV‐2‐RNA in nasal swabs for the first month after LT.ResultsOne‐year and 2‐year patient survival was 88.5% and 88.5% in study group versus 94.5% and 93.5% in control group, respectively (p = .531). In study population there was no evidence of donor‐recipient virus transmission, but three (12%) patients (vs. 7 [2.7%] of control group, p = .048) developed hepatic artery thrombosis (HAT): they were SARS‐CoV‐2‐RNA negative at LT and 1/3 grafts tested SARS‐CoV‐2‐RNA positive on liver tissue. COVID‐19 donor was independently associated with HAT (odds ratio (OR) = 4.85, 95% confidence interval (CI) 1.10–19.15; p = .037). By comparing study population with control group, acute rejection and biliary complication rates were not significantly different (16% vs. 8.1%, p = .26; 16% vs. 16.3% p = .99, respectively).ConclusionsOur 1‐year results of transplant strategy including liver grafts from COVID‐19 donors were favorable. HAT was the only complication with significantly higher rate in patients transplanted with COVID‐19 donors compared with control group.
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Reducing unnecessary premedication prior to parenteral iron therapy: A quality improvement project
Authors: Fortier Julia C. , Singhal Ruchi , Rajasekhar Anita , Mathew Carol 
Published: August 2023

AbstractBackgroundIntravenous (IV) iron carries risks of mild, self‐limiting, tryptase‐negative Fishbane and complement activation‐related pseudo‐allergy reactions, with rare reports of anaphylaxis. Historically, high‐molecular‐weight iron dextran (HMWID) was associated with a higher incidence of anaphylaxis and empiric premedication with antihistamines/corticosteroids have been used to mitigate this risk. HMWID is no longer available and the risk of hypersensitivity reactions with newer IV iron formulations is low. Therefore, the use of routine prophylactic premedication in all patients is not justified but should be considered in high‐risk patients.Study Design and MethodsOur primary aim was to reduce inappropriate premedication before IV iron administration by 50% so that our institution's hematology providers only prescribe premedications to patients at high risk of having a severe reaction. Interventions included a multidisciplinary education initiative to highlight current evidence against universal administration of premedications and revision of the IV iron informed consent form and electronic order set.ResultsWe measured the success of our intervention by comparing data collected during a 6‐month pre‐intervention period (837 infusions) to a 6‐month post‐intervention period (947 infusions). Inappropriate administration of premedications decreased from 79% in the pre‐intervention period compared to 65% in the post‐intervention period. We found no significant difference in the number of Fishbane reactions, severe reactions, and emergency room admissions, despite this reduction in premedication use.DiscussionAlthough we did not reach our goal of a 50% reduction in inappropriate premedication use, opportunities for process improvements were uncovered and are being explored in the next cycle of this quality improvement project.
Nitrogen-15 dynamic nuclear polarization of nicotinamide derivatives in biocompatible solutions
Authors: Peters Josh P. , Brahms Arne , Janicaud Vivian , Anikeeva Maria , Peschke Eva , Ellermann Frowin , Ferrari Arianna , Hellmold Dana , Held-Feindt Janka , Kim Na-mi , Meiser Johannes , Aden Konrad , Herges Rainer , Hövener Jan-Bernd , Pravdivtsev Andrey N. 
Published: August 2023

Dissolution dynamic nuclear polarization (dDNP) increases the sensitivity of magnetic resonance imaging by more than 10,000 times, enabling in vivo metabolic imaging to be performed noninvasively in real time. Here, we are developing a group of dDNP polarized tracers based on nicotinamide (NAM). We synthesized 1-
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N nicotinic acid and hyperpolarized them with dDNP, reaching (13.0 ± 1.9)%
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N polarization. We found that the lifetime of hyperpolarized 1-
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N-NAM is strongly field- and pH-dependent, with
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being as long as 41 s at a pH of 12 and 1 T while as short as a few seconds at neutral pH and fields below 1 T. The remarkably short 1-
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N lifetime at low magnetic fields and neutral pH drove us to establish a unique pH neutralization procedure. Using
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N dDNP and an inexpensive rodent imaging probe designed in-house, we acquired a
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N MRI of 1-
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N-NAM (previously hyperpolarized for more than an hour) in less than 1 s.
Study on Nonfluorinated Preparation and Properties of Superhydrophobic Surface
Authors: Kuang Mingxin , Yang Xiaohong , Huang Yuhua , Xu Kaijie , Ye Xia 
Published: August 2023

The preparation of a superhydrophobic surface on metal can improve the self-cleaning, anti-fouling, and anti-bacterial properties of the surface. At present, the superhydrophobicity of the sample surface is mostly obtained by modifying the rough surface with fluorine-containing modifiers, which is unfavorable to the environment. Therefore, developing superhydrophobic surfaces without environmental pollution has become a research hotspot. Based on laser etching technology, the rough surface with a micro-nano dual-scale structure was prepared on aluminum alloy, and then a green and natural saturated fatty acid — myristic acid was used to modify the rough surface. Contact angle measuring instrument, depth of field microscope, scanning electron microscope and Fourier transform infrared spectrometer were used to characterize the wettability, surface morphology, and chemical composition of the modified rough surface (S1). Self-cleaning, anti-contamination, antibacterial, mechanical durability, and thermal stability of the S1 surface were tested experimentally. The wetting of droplets on hydrophobic surface was simulated by using COMSOL Multiphysics software, and a computational model was established to compare different functional structures, so as to understand the influence of parameters on the enhancement of hydrophobic properties of material surface. The results showed that the static contact angle (WCA) of the surface modified by myristic acid reached 152.3°, and the hydrophobic index was -0.808, and the WCA value first increased and then decreased with the change of modification time and concentration. With the increase of myristic acid concentration, the peak value of the contact angle WCA of S1 was negatively correlated with modification time. The self-cleaning rate, anti-stain rate, and antibacterial rate of S1 were 91.4%, 83.6% and 88.4%, respectively, showing excellent self-cleaning, anti-stain, and antibacterial ability. In the mechanical durability test, the S1 surface can resist at least 50 times tape peeling, 30 times steel wool friction and wear, the and 180[Formula: see text]g sand falling impact test still keeps superhydrophobic. In the thermal stability test, the S1 surface remains superhydrophobic after heat treatment at 100–200°C for 30[Formula: see text]h. In this study, the multifunctional superhydrophobic surface was obtained on aluminum alloy by laser etching technology combined with a green fluorine-free modifier, which provided some meaningful ideas and references for the green preparation of superhydrophobic surfaces and the application and development of superhydrophobic surfaces in biomedical metals.