bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Anatomical variations of the thoracic sympathetic ganglions and their effects on sympathicotomy for primary palmar hyperhidrosis
Authors: Pei Guotian , Meng Shushi , Yang Yingshun , Wang Xiao , Liu Qiang , Wang Shuai , Huang Yuqing 
Published: April 2023

Abstract
Purpose
The results and side effects of sympathicotomy for primary palmar hyperhidrosis (PPH) can vary due to anatomical variations of the sympathetic ganglions. The aim of our study was to clarify anatomical variations of the sympathetic ganglions by near-infrared (NIR) thoracoscopy and determine their effects on sympathicotomy for PPH.

Methods
The cases of 695 consecutive patients with PPH treated with either R3 or R4 sympathicotomy either by normal thoracoscopy or by NIR fluorescent thoracoscopy between March 2015 and June 2021 were retrospectively reviewed and followed up.

Results
The variation rate of third and fourth ganglions was 14.7% and 13.3% on the right side and 8.3% and 11.1% on the left side. Real T3 sympathicotomy (RTS3) was more effective than real T4 sympathicotomy (RTS4) in the short-term and long-term follow-up (p < 0.001 and p < 0.001, respectively). RTS3 was more satisfactory than RTS4 in the long-term follow-up (p = 0.03), but no significant difference was found in the short-term follow-up (p = 0.24). The incidence and severity of compensatory hyperhidrosis (CH) in the areas of the chest and back in the RTS4 group were significantly lower than those in the RTS3 group according to both the short-term results (12.92% vs. 26.19%, p < 0.001; 17.97% vs. 33.33%, p = 0.002, respectively) and the long-term results (19.66% vs. 28.57%, p = 0.017; 21.35% vs. 34.52%, p < 0.001, respectively).

Conclusions
RTS3 may be more effective than RTS4 for PPH. However, RTS4 appears to be associated with a lower incidence and severity of CH in the areas of the chest and back than RTS3. NIR intraoperative imaging of thoracic sympathetic ganglions may improve the quality of sympathicotomy surgeries.
The Lax equation and weak regularity of asymptotic estimate Lie groups
Authors: Hanusch Maximilian 
Published: April 2023

AbstractWe investigate the Lax equation in the context of infinite-dimensional Lie algebras. Explicit solutions are discussed in the sequentially complete asymptotic estimate context, and an integral expansion (sums of iterated Riemann integrals over nested commutators with correction term) is derived for the situation that the Lie algebra is inherited by an infinite-dimensional Lie group in Milnor’s sense. In the context of Banach Lie groups (and Lie groups with suitable regularity properties), we generalize the Baker–Campbell–Dynkin–Hausdorff formula to the product integral (with additional nilpotency assumption in the non-Banach case). We combine this formula with the results obtained for the Lax equation to derive an explicit representation of the product integral in terms of the exponential map. An important ingredient in the non-Banach case is an integral transformation that we introduce. This transformation maps continuous Lie algebra-valued curves to smooth ones and leaves the product integral invariant. This transformation is also used to prove a regularity statement in the asymptotic estimate context.
Caveolin-1 genotypes as predictor for locoregional recurrence and contralateral disease in breast cancer
Authors: Godina Christopher , Tryggvadottir Helga , Bosch Ana , Borgquist Signe , Belting Mattias , Isaksson Karolin , Jernström Helena 
Published: April 2023

Abstract
Purpose
Caveolin-1 (CAV1) has been implicated in breast cancer oncogenesis and metastasis and may be a potential prognosticator, especially for non-distant events. CAV1 functions as a master regulator of membrane transport and cell signaling. Several CAV1 SNPs have been linked to multiple cancers, but the prognostic impact of CAV1 SNPs in breast cancer remains unclear. Here, we investigated CAV1 polymorphisms in relation to clinical outcomes in breast cancer.

Methods
A cohort of 1017 breast cancer patients (inclusion 2002–2012, Sweden) were genotyped using Oncoarray by Ilumina. Patients were followed for up to 15 years. Five out of six CAV1 SNPs (rs10256914, rs959173, rs3807989, rs3815412, and rs8713) passed quality control and were used for haplotype construction. CAV1 genotypes and haplotypes in relation to clinical outcomes were assessed with Cox regression and adjusted for potential confounders (age, tumor characteristics, and adjuvant treatments).

Results
Only one SNP was associated with lymph node status, no other SNPs or haplotypes were associated with tumor characteristics. The CAV1 rs3815412 CC genotype (5.8% of patients) was associated with increased risk of contralateral breast cancer, adjusted hazard ratio (HRadj) 4.26 (95% CI 1.86–9.73). Moreover, the TTACA haplotype (13% of patients) conferred an increased risk for locoregional recurrence HRadj 2.24 (95% CI 1.24–4.04). No other genotypes or haplotypes were associated with clinical outcome.

Conclusion
CAV1 polymorphisms were associated with increased risk for locoregional recurrence and contralateral breast cancer. These findings may identify patients that could derive benefit from more tailored treatment to prevent non-distant events, if confirmed.
HER-2 low status in early-stage invasive lobular carcinoma of the breast: associated factors and outcomes in an institutional series
Authors: Rothschild Harriet T. , Clelland Elle , Patterson Anne , Molina-Vega Julissa , Kaur Mandeep , Symmans W. Fraser , Schwartz Christopher J. , Chien A. Jo , Mukhtar Rita A. 
Published: April 2023

Abstract
Purpose
HER2 overexpression has a central role in breast cancer carcinogenesis and is associated with poor prognosis if untreated. Lately, identification of HER2-low breast cancer has been proposed to select patients for novel HER2-directed chemotherapy and includes cancers with immunohistochemistry 1 + or 2 + with negative FISH, encompassing approximately 55–60% of all breast carcinomas. In early-stage breast cancer, the prognostic significance of HER2 low-disease is less well understood, with a particular paucity of data evaluating the prevalence and implications of HER2-low status in invasive lobular carcinoma (ILC).

Methods
We evaluated 666 stage I-III ILC tumors from a prospectively maintained institutional database, comparing clinicopathologic features and disease-free survival (DFS) using a multivariable Cox proportional hazards model.

Results
HER2-low status was common in this cohort of patients with ILC, but most clinicopathologic features did not differ between HER2-low and HER2-negative cases. However, when adjusting for tumor size, number of positive nodes, ER/PR status, and local therapy received, patients with HER2-low status had worse disease-free survival (DFS) than those with HER2-negative tumors (hazard ratio 2.0, 95% confidence interval 1.0–4.1, p = 0.05).

Conclusion
This difference in DFS supports the notion that HER2-low and HER2-negative early stage ILC may differ clinically, despite similar clinicopathologic features. Further investigation into the potential benefit of HER2 targeted therapy in HER2-low early-stage breast cancer, and specifically lobular cancer, is warranted to ensure optimal outcomes in this distinct tumor subtype.
Development and characterization of silane crosslinked cellulose/graphene oxide conductive hydrophobic membrane
Authors: Tan Xiaodong , Jiang Yingze , Peng Qingyan , Subrova Tereza , Saskova Jana , Wiener Jakub , Venkataraman Mohanapriya , Militky Jiri , Kejzlar Pavel , Mahendran Arunjunai Raj , Lammer Herfried , Xiong Wei 
Published: April 2023

AbstractThe development of environmentally friendly, multifunctional conductive membranes is an ideal candidate for future new electronic components. Some cellulose-based electronic sensors have been studied, such as pressure sensors, hydrothermal sensors, flexible sensors, optoelectronic devices, and electrochemical energy storage, etc. However, there are very few studies on cellulose-based conductive materials in Joule heating. In this study, we adopted a simple and environmentally friendly silane crosslinking method to crosslink cellulose and graphene oxide (GO) together. The cellulose/GO hybrid membrane were characterized by FTIR, Raman, SEM, AFM, TGA, surface wettability, self-cleaning, surface resistance, Joule heating and other tests. Results showed that the covalent bond between cellulose and GO was formed by vinyltrimethoxysilane (VTMS), and GO was successfully cross-linked on the surface of the cellulose membrane. The cellulose/GO hybrid membrane has good thermal stability, strong hydrophobicity and self-cleaning properties. When the GO concentration was 3 w/w%, the Young's modulus of the film reached the maximum (47.38% higher than that of the original sample). In addition, it also exhibited extremely low surface resistivity (720.69 Ω), controllable Joule heating capability, extremely fast thermal response (heating process and cooling process within 5 s) and good electrothermal stability. It showed great potential in multi-functional electronic products such as electric heating electronic devices, electric heating sensors, and smart clothing in the future.
Magic mirror on the wall: Cross-buying at the point of sale
Authors: Schultz Carsten D. , Gorlas Björn 
Published: April 2023

AbstractStationary retailers may introduce new technologies, such as augmented reality, to provide product information and recommendations and thus improve shopping experience. Examples of such augmented reality applications are magic mirrors that enable virtual try-on and may induce cross-buying intention. Based on an experimental scenario and the corresponding results from 301 questionnaires, we find that magic mirrors positively impact consumers’ cross-buying intention. Cross-buying behavior depends particularly on price attractiveness and the aesthetic appeal of the products. Further, men place less emphasis on price attractiveness when considering cross-buying options than women. Whereas magic mirrors reduce the relationship between perceived product benefits and cross-buying behavior, the technology increases the positive effect of perceived convenience on consumers’ buying behavior. Magic mirrors, thus, improve convenience but hinder the perception of product benefits – these are better communicated by sales assistants. Magic mirrors may only partly replace sales staff, but retailers can combine both to serve consumers better.
Dhaka city water logging hazards: area identification and vulnerability assessment through GIS-remote sensing techniques
Authors: Alam Rafiul , Quayyum Zahidul , Moulds Simon , Radia Marzuka Ahmad , Sara Hasna Hena , Hasan Md Tanvir , Butler Adrian 
Published: April 2023

AbstractWater logging is one of the most detrimental phenomena continuing to burden Dhaka dwellers. This study aims to spatio-temporarily identify the water logging hazard zones within Dhaka Metropolitan area and assess the extent of their water logging susceptibility based on informal settlements, built-up areas, and demographical characteristics. The study utilizes integrated geographic information system (GIS)-remote sensing (RS) methods, using the Normalized Difference Vegetation Water and Moisture Index, distance buffer zone from drainage streams, and built-up distributions to identify waterlogged zones with a temporal extent, incorporating social and infrastructural attributes to evaluate water logging effects. These indicators were integrated into an overlay GIS method to measure the vulnerability level across Dhaka city areas. The findings reveal that south and south-western parts of Dhaka were more susceptible to water logging hazards. Almost 35% of Dhaka belongs to the high/very highly vulnerable zone. Greater number of slum households were found within high to very high water logging vulnerable zones and approximately 70% of them are poorly structured. The built-up areas were observed to be increased toward the northern part of Dhaka and were exposed to severe water logging issues. The overall findings reveal the spatio-temporal distribution of the water logging vulnerabilities across the city as well as its impact on the social indicators. An integrated approach is necessary for future development plans to mitigate the risk of water logging.
Hopf bifurcation for a fractional van der Pol oscillator and applications to aerodynamics: implications in flutter
Authors: Juárez Gerardo , Ramírez-Trocherie Marcel-André , Báez Ángel , Lobato Alan , Iglesias-Rodríguez Ernesto , Padilla Pablo , Rodríguez-Ramos Reinaldo 
Published: April 2023

AbstractFlutter is an important instability in aeroelasticity. In this work,we derive a model for this phenomenon which naturally leads to an equation similar to a van der Pol oscillator in which the friction term is given by a fractional derivative. Motivated by these considerations,we study a fractional van der Pol oscillator and show that it exhibits a Hopf bifurcation. The model is based on a one-dimensional reduction where the instabilities associated with flutter are preserved. However, due to the fractional derivative, the bifurcation analysis differs from the standard case. We present both analytical and numerical results and discuss the implications to aerodynamics. Additionally, we contrast our qualitative results with experimental data.
Why Physics Does Not Inform the Human Condition, But Its Boundaries Do
Authors: Atmanspacher Harald 
Published: April 2023

AbstractThe science of physics has been extremely successful over the last four centuries, mainly for one reason: It does everything it can to disregard anything that has to do with non-physical parts of reality. Although the human body is a physical body, large parts of what distinguishes human beings, sometimes briefly called the human condition, does not belong to the physical domain. This implies that physics (and other sciences of the material universe) offers nothing more than self-imposed helplessness when it comes to questions as to what it means to be human. Yet it is possible to scrutinize the way in which physics (and other sciences) is delineated from the rest of reality: to reconsider its boundaries as they were set about four centuries ago. In other words, it is possible to look for features within the physical that are related to something outside the physical which physics itself ignores. The key concept to do so is proposed to be meaning, in its two variants of reference and sense. Meaning provides a viable perspective to illuminate the deep structure of reality as it extends beyond physics and across its boundaries.
Preimplantation genetic testing for hereditary hearing loss in Chinese population
Authors: Bi Qingling , Huang Shasha , Wang Hui , Gao Xue , Ma Minyue , Han Mingyu , Lu Sijia , Kang Dongyang , Nourbakhsh Aida , Yan Denise , Blanton Susan , Liu Xuezhong , Yuan Yongyi , Yao Yuanqing , Dai Pu 
Published: April 2023

Abstract
Purpose
To evaluate the clinical validity of preimplantation genetic testing (PGT) to prevent hereditary hearing loss (HL) in Chinese population.

Methods
A PGT procedure combining multiple annealing and looping-based amplification cycles (MALBAC) and single-nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs) linkage analyses with a single low-depth next-generation sequencing run was implemented. Forty-three couples carried pathogenic variants in autosomal recessive non-syndromic HL genes, GJB2 and SLC26A4, and four couples carried pathogenic variants in rare HL genes: KCNQ4, PTPN11, PAX3, and USH2A were enrolled.

Results
Fifty-four in vitro fertilization (IVF) cycles were implemented, 340 blastocysts were cultured, and 303 (89.1%) of these received a definite diagnosis of a disease-causing variant testing, linkage analysis and chromosome screening. A clinical pregnancy of 38 implanted was achieved, and 34 babies were born with normal hearing. The live birth rate was 61.1%.

Conclusions and relevance
In both the HL population and in hearing individuals at risk of giving birth to offspring with HL in China, there is a practical need for PGT. The whole genome amplification combined with NGS can simplify the PGT process, and the efficiency of PGT process can be improved by establishing a universal SNP bank of common disease-causing gene in particular regions and nationalities. This PGT procedure was demonstrated to be effective and lead to satisfactory clinical outcomes.
Thermal stability of ammonium nitrate systems containing d-metal nitrate salts under limited mass transfer conditions
Authors: Kaniewski Maciej , Biegun Marcin , Hoffmann Józef 
Published: April 2023

AbstractThe influence of cobalt, copper, iron(III), manganese and zinc nitrate salts on phase transitions and thermal stability of ammonium nitrate (AN) has been studied and discussed. Differential thermal analysis/differential scanning calorimetry coupled with thermogravimetry and mass spectrometry were used to evaluate the stability of analyzed systems. Each nitrate salt was appropriately mixed with ammonium nitrate to create samples with AN:salt mass ratios of 4:1, 9:1 and 49:1. It was concluded that the addition of every studied nitrate influenced phase transitions of AN. Most analyzed salts decreased the stability of AN by accelerating its exothermic decomposition process. Iron and cobalt nitrates were defined as the most hazardous additives, resulting in a creation of a highly destabilized mixture. Copper and manganese nitrates were also defined as catalysts of the AN decomposition process, lowering the initial decomposition temperature and increasing the rate of the observed process. Zinc nitrate hexahydrate was the only salt considered to be relatively neutral in such systems, especially in small amounts. The study allowed to define the influence of selected metal nitrate salts on the thermal stability of AN under conditions that are considered as potentially unsafe for such systems.
How much can farmers pay for weeding robots? A Monte Carlo simulation study
Authors: Shang Linmei , Pahmeyer Christoph , Heckelei Thomas , Rasch Sebastian , Storm Hugo 
Published: April 2023

AbstractThis paper investigates the Maximum Acquisition Values (MAVs) of weeding robots and their determinants in both organic and conventional sugar beet farming in Germany. The MAV is defined in this paper as the price of the weeding robot that renders the same net profit as the current weeding methods. For our analysis, a Monte Carlo simulation approach is used, combined with empirical data and data collected from weeding robot companies. The results show that the MAVs of mechanical weeding robots for organic farming are substantially higher than that of spot spraying robots for conventional farming. Technology attributes are more influential than labour cost in determining the MAVs of weeding robots: in organic farming, technology attributes such as area capacity and weeding efficiency impact the MAVs of mechanical weeding robots the most; in conventional farming, supervision intensity and the robot’s ability to save herbicides are the most influential factors. The wage rate of unskilled labour, relevant for manual weeding, plays a more important role in determining the MAVs than that of skilled labour, relevant for supervision of the robot. This implies that a shortage of seasonal workers and hence increases in the wage of low-skilled labour could be important drivers of the adoption of mechanical weeding robots. Plot characteristics such as plot size and mechanisation level only have limited impacts on the MAVs.
Estimating tax noncompliance among the self-employed—evidence from pleasure boat registers
Authors: Engström Per , Hagen Johannes , Johansson Edvard 
Published: April 2023

AbstractWe improve upon the Pissarides-Weber method for estimating tax evasion among the self-employed by utilizing unique register-based consumption measures from the Swedish and Finnish mandatory registers for pleasure boats. This allows for more detailed and statistically powered analyses than survey-based applications. Our results indicate overall levels of hidden incomes that are in line with previous studies. However, the functional form analysis shows that the estimated sizes of underreporting in absolute monetary amounts are almost constant over reported income levels, whereas previous studies have assumed that the underreporting is proportional to income. The results from the preference analysis—in which we compare households that will become self-employed in the near future with households that will remain wage earners—are mixed; the two types of households have insignificant (Finland) or economically small (Sweden) preference differences. However, when we use engine power as a price proxy, the preference differences are larger in both countries.
Aspects of Practical Bindingness in Kant: Introduction
Authors: Gläser Micha , Baiasu Sorin 
Published: April 2023

AbstractOne of the few points of consensus in the Kantian literature is that Kant’s Moral Law is binding universally and unconditionally. Hence, the Moral Law is binding for all human agents (universally) irrespective of the agents’ particular interests (unconditionally). Whether or not we intend to act on the Moral Law, this is the law we ought to follow. Beyond this point of consensus, however, even the most important details are matters of controversy. What exactly does the Moral Law require of us? What, if anything, grounds its bindingness? In particular, does Kant argue that the Moral Law is binding because it is ‘self-legislated’? What is the relation between the Moral Law (supreme principle of morality) and substantive moral laws such as the law that we ought to promote the happiness of others? What does Kant mean by his claim that the will has autonomy? In the four articles discussed in this special issue, Kleingeld proposes novel answers to these questions. This introduction presents the articles and brings to the fore the larger theme tying them all together.
Weibliche Jugendliche und Heranwachsende im Justiz- und im Maßregelvollzug
Authors: Schwarz Michael , Berthold Dörte , Bezzel Adelheid , Stübner Susanne 
Published: April 2023

ZusammenfassungDie geringen Anzahlen von jugendlichen und heranwachsenden Delinquentinnen erlauben es in wissenschaftlichen Untersuchungen kaum, verallgemeinerbare Schlüsse zu ziehen, was möglicherweise ein Grund dafür ist, dass diese Klientel von der quantitativen kriminologischen und klinisch-forensischen Forschung nur gelegentlich beachtet wird.Während durch die gesetzlich verankerte wissenschaftliche Begleitung des Strafvollzugs durch die kriminologischen Dienste der Länder zumindest einzelne Forschungsarbeiten zu Soziobiografien, Haftsituationen sowie Problemlagen und Behandlungsbedürfnissen weiblicher Jugendstrafgefangener vorliegen, wurden zu jugendlichen und heranwachsenden Patientinnen, die nach § 63 StGB oder § 64 StGB im Maßregelvollzug untergebracht sind, bislang nahezu keine Daten publiziert.Um einen Beitrag zu einer Wissensbasis in diesem Bereich zu leisten, wird im vorliegenden Artikel neben einem Überblick über die Delinquenzbelastung von Personen weiblichen Geschlechts im Alter von unter 21 Jahren und der exemplarischen Vorstellung von empirischen Arbeiten aus dem Bereich des Jugendarrests und Jugendstrafvollzugs erstmals eine Beschreibung von jugendlichen und heranwachsenden Patientinnen in bundesdeutschen Kliniken für forensische Psychiatrie gegeben. Ausweislich der vorliegenden juristischen und medizinischen Daten darf nach gegenwärtigem Kenntnisstand angenommen werden, dass sich bei Patientinnen im Alter unter 21 Jahren, die im Maßregelvollzug gemäß § 64 StGB untergebracht sind, hinsichtlich der forensischen Hintergründe und der Behandlungsverläufe teilweise ähnliche Muster zeigen wie bei der Gesamtpopulation der untergebrachten Personen in Entziehungsanstalten. Des Weiteren ist der im Erwachsenenmaßregelvollzug feststellbare kontinuierliche Anstieg von Anordnungen der Maßregel gemäß § 64 StGB auch bei jugendlichen und heranwachsenden Delinquentinnen zu erkennen.