bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Effects of the Dietary Blue‐Green Algae (Spirulina platensis) Supplementation and Egg Storage Period on Egg Quality Traits, Blastoderm Characteristics and Hatching Results of Mast Geese (Anser anser)
Authors: Özbaşer Bulut Fatma T. , Erdem Evren , Şamli Hasan E. 
Published: January 2025

ABSTRACTThis study aimed to determine the effects of the dietary Spirulina platensis supplementation and egg storage period on egg quality traits, blastoderm characteristics and hatching results of Mast geese. For this purpose, the control group was fed the standard enterprise diet, while the experimental group received the same diet supplemented with 0.5% S. platensis. Quality traits of the eggs (shape index, shell thickness, breaking strength, albumen/yolk ratio, albumen index and yolk colour) were evaluated according to diet groups. Except for the yolk ratio of these traits, the mean values obtained from the experimental group were higher than the mean values obtained from the control group (p < 0.05; p < 0.001). Dietary supplementation of S. platensis did not affect blastoderm diameter (BD) but significantly increased the blastoderm viable cells (BVCs) (p < 0.001). Although early embryonic mortality (EEM) was statistically significantly affected by diet groups and storage time, late embryonic mortality (LEM) was affected only by diet groups (p < 0.001). Dietary S. platensis supplementation significantly increased pipped (PIP) classified under the LEM (p < 0.001). Storage period affected internal and external egg traits at different statistical significance levels. As the storage time increased, the breaking strength (p < 0.05), albumen ratio, albumen index, yolk index, Haugh unit decreased (p < 0.01; p < 0.001), while the yolk ratio, and albumen pH increased (p < 0.001). An increase in BD, and a decrease in BVCs were determined with prolonged storage period (p < 0.001). In the classification of LEM, the storage period significantly affected unabsorbed yolk sac (UYS) and the PIP. With prolonged storage time, UYS and PIP significantly increased (p < 0.05; p < 0.01), which is classified under LEM. According to these results, we suggest that S. platensis supplementation to goose diets would be beneficial, but the detailed further studies are needed for more effective results.
Feasibility and complications of videocapsule endoscopy in dogs weighing 7 kg or less
Authors: St‐Jean Camille , Collier Allison , Zur Linden Alex , Bersenas Alexa , Defarges Alice 
Published: January 2025

AbstractBackgroundVideocapsule endoscopy (VCE) is a valuable tool for investigating gastrointestinal (GI) diseases in dogs. Its use is not recommended in dogs ≤4.3 kg, because of risks of GI endoscopic capsule (EC) retention and bowel obstruction.ObjectivesDescribe the feasibility and complications of VCE in dogs ≤7 kg.AnimalsTwenty‐six client‐owned dogs.MethodsRetrospective study describing the signalment, previous GI imaging, indications, findings, and complications of canine VCE studies submitted to Infiniti Medical between March 2020 and January 2023.ResultsThe median weight and age of dogs was 5.6 kg (range, 3‐7) and 8.8 years (range, 1‐16), respectively. Two capsules were administered endoscopically into the duodenum (1) and stomach (1). Sixteen out of 26 (62%, 95% CI, 40.51‐79.70) dogs that underwent VCE had incomplete studies. Of the 24 capsules administered per os, 15 led to incomplete studies (battery died in the stomach (14), EC was vomited (1)). Body weight <5 kg significantly increased the risk of an incomplete study (OR: 3.67, 95% CI, 1.56‐inf, P = .0074). Median esophageal, gastric, and small bowel transit time were 5 seconds (range, 1‐180), 240 minutes (range, 17‐335), and 73.5 minutes (range, 5‐168), respectively. All 10 dogs with overt GI bleeding had a possible origin identified with VCE. Complications were limited to vomiting (1/26, 3.85%, 95% CI, 0‐11.20).Conclusions and Clinical ImportanceVideocapsule endoscopy is a safe and informative procedure even when performed in dogs as small as 3 kg. However, weighing <5 kg increases the risk of incomplete studies.
A Study on Tintinnids (Loricate Ciliates) From the Mangrove Proximal Zone Waters of Sri Vijaya Puram (Port Blair), South Andaman
Authors: Sai Elangovan S. , Padmavati G. , Karthik R. 
Published: January 2025

ABSTRACTWe report here the interaction between the environment and tintinnids inhabiting in the mangrove proximal zone waters of South Andaman, in relation to certain physicochemical (temperature, salinity, pH, and dissolved oxygen) and biological (Phytoplankton biomass) parameters. As the proximal zone of mangrove waters is subjected to regular tidal effect, tintinnids community was studied for one year (September 2012–August 2013) during the Northeast monsoon, Inter‐monsoon, and the Southwest monsoon periods. We recorded a total of 26 species belonging to 18 genera, and the abundance of tintinnids varied seasonally and spatially with higher abundance during the Southwest monsoon (19–59 ind L−1) followed by the Inter‐monsoon (18–27 ind L−1). Statistical analysis, such as Canonical correspondence analysis (CCA) and Spearman rank correlation, depicts that the influences of environmental variables varied seasonally, and temperature (r = 0.76–0.90), salinity (r = 0.90–0.1), and pH (r = 0.90–0.1) are the major variables influencing on tintinnids assemblages in the mangrove proximal zone waters of South Andaman.
Scleral lens wear and fluid reservoir turbidity in eyes with ocular surface disorders
Authors: Goppalakrishnan Vigneshwar A. , Srinivasan Bhaskar , Iyer Geetha , Iqbal Asif 
Published: January 2025

AbstractPurposeTo investigate changes in fluid reservoir turbidity parameters over time and its influence on visual performance in eyes with ocular surface disorders (OSD) wearing scleral contact lenses (SL).MethodsThirteen eyes with OSD were assessed for corrected distance visual acuity, contrast sensitivity (CS) and fluid reservoir turbidity using anterior segment optical coherence tomography at baseline, after 5 min and 0.5, 1, 2, 3 and 4 h of SL wear on day 1 and after 1 month.ResultsA significant reduction in CS was noted at 0.5, 1, 2, 3 and 4 h of SL wear compared to 5 min (p < 0.001) and a similar trend was noted after 1 month (p < 0.001). The average number of particles on day 1 showed a significant increase over 4 h of SL wear (p < 0.001), with a same trend noted at 1 month (p = 0.001). However, the percentage of particles decreased from 88% ± 4% to 75% ± 12% (p = 0.004) after 1 month of SL wear. Average particle size showed a significant increase at all time points over 4 h compared with 5 min of SL wear (p < 0.003) and after 1 month (p < 0.001). The percentage of average particle size decreased from 73% ± 9% to 67% ± 8% after 1 month of lens wear (p = 0.003). The mean percentage turbid area increased from 0.6% ± 0.5% to 24% ± 16% over 4 h of lens wear on day 1 (p < 0.006) and from 0.7% ± 0.5% to 11% ± 8% at 1 month (p = 0.001). The mean difference in percentage turbid area at the first and follow‐up visits decreased from 96% ± 3% to 89% ± 9% (p = 0.01).ConclusionsA gradual increase in fluid reservoir turbidity parameters was noted with the reduction in CS; however, all these parameters improved after 1 month of SL wear.
Temporary Transvenous Pacing Performed in the Intensive Care Unit or in the Catheterization Laboratory
Authors: Bastide Julie , Bessière Francis , Delinière Antoine , Bochaton Thomas , Gardey Kévin , Dulac Arnaud , Haddad Christelle , Prieur Cyril , Tomasevic Danka , Rioufol Gilles , Bonnefoy‐Cudraz Eric , Ditac Geoffroy 
Published: January 2025

ABSTRACTBackgroundTemporary transvenous pacing (TTP) is a common procedure, predominantly performed in the catheterization laboratory (cath lab) because of presumed lower complication rate. This study aims to evaluate the efficacy and safety of TTP placement in the ICU compared to TTP placement in the cath lab.MethodsThis retrospective, real‐life study included all patients requiring TTP in a tertiary care ICU between 2019 and 2022. Patients’ characteristics, TTP‐related data, outcomes, and complications were compared between groups (ICU vs. cath lab).ResultsData from 193 patients receiving TTP were analyzed; 68.4% received TTP in the ICU and 31.6% in the cath lab. The main indication was atrioventricular block in 154 patients (79.8%). The operator was less frequently an interventional cardiologist in the ICU (12.1%) compared to the cath lab (100%, p < 0.001). TTP in the ICU was more frequently performed using a jugular access (72.0% vs. 1.6%), a right‐sided laterality (88.7% vs. 43.6%), and a balloon‐tipped catheter (100% vs. 0%, p < 0.001 for all comparisons). Success was 100% in both groups. The overall complication rate was 16.6%, with no significant difference between both groups (14.4% ICU vs. 21.3% cath lab, p = 0.13), but a tendency toward higher complications in the cath lab group (especially tamponade, lead displacement, and CIED infection).ConclusionIn a daily clinical scenario, TTP placement appears as safe in the ICU than in the cath lab, regardless of the operator's level of expertise when performed in accordance with best practices. Nevertheless, TTP complications remain high, and alternatives should be used whenever possible.
sly‐miR408b Targets a Plastocyanin‐Like Protein to Regulate Mycorrhizal Symbiosis in Tomato
Authors: Lin Yibin , He Chenling , Li Zhenfang , Sun Yingying , Tong Lu , Chen Xinyu , Zeng Rensen , Su Zhenxia , Song Yuanyuan 
Published: January 2025

ABSTRACTSymbiosis between arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi and plants plays a crucial role in nutrient acquisition and stress resistance for terrestrial plants. microRNAs have been reported to participate in the regulation of mycorrhizal symbiosis by controlling the expression of their target genes. Herein, we found that sly‐miR408b was significantly downregulated in response to mycorrhizal colonisation. Overexpression of sly‐miR408b compromised mycorrhizal colonisation by Rhizophagus irregularis in tomato (Solanum lycopersicum) roots. A basic blue protein gene (SlBBP) was then identified as the new target gene of miR408b in tomato. The expression of membrane‐located SlBBP was induced in a copper‐dependent manner. Importantly, the loss function of SlBBP decreased the root mycorrhizal colonisation. Overexpression of SlBBP decreased SOD activity, which may interfere with the process of scavenging excessive reactive oxygen species (ROS). Mutation of RBOH1, which encodes ROS‐producing enzymes NADPH oxidases, obviously reduced the arbuscule abundance in the mutant roots. Overall, our results provide evidence that sly‐miR408b and its target gene SlBBP regulate mycorrhizal symbiosis in tomato through mediating ROS production.
Nitrogen Assimilation Plays a Role in Balancing the Chloroplastic Glutathione Redox Potential Under High Light Conditions
Authors: Gilad Gal , Sapir Omer , Hipsch Matanel , Waiger Daniel , Ben‐Ari Julius , Zeev Bar Ben , Zait Yotam , Lampl Nardy , Rosenwasser Shilo 
Published: January 2025

ABSTRACTNitrate reduction requires reducing equivalents produced by the photosynthetic electron transport chain. Therefore, it has been suggested that nitrate assimilation provides a sink for electrons under high light conditions. We tested this hypothesis by monitoring photosynthetic efficiency and the chloroplastic glutathione redox potential (chl‐EGSH) of plant lines with mutated glutamine synthetase 2 (GS2) and ferredoxin‐dependent glutamate synthase 1 (GOGAT1). Mutant lines incorporated significantly less isotopically‐labelled nitrate into amino acids than wild‐type plants, demonstrating impaired nitrogen assimilation. When nitrate assimilation was compromised, photosystem II (PSII) proved more vulnerable to photodamage. The effect of the nitrate assimilation pathway on the chl‐ EGSH was monitored using the chloroplast‐targeted roGFP2 biosensor (chl‐roGFP2). Remarkably, while oxidation followed by reduction of chl‐roGFP2 was detected in WT plants in response to high light, oxidation values were stable in the mutant lines, suggesting that chl‐EGSH relaxation after high light‐induced oxidation is achieved by diverting excess electrons to the nitrogen assimilation pathway. Importantly, similar ΦPSII and chl‐roGFP2 patterns were observed at elevated CO2, suggesting that mutant phenotypes are not associated with photorespiration activity. Together, these findings indicate that the nitrogen assimilation pathway serves as a sustainable energy dissipation route, ensuring efficient photosynthetic activity and fine‐tuning redox metabolism under light‐saturated conditions.
Crucial Role of Aluminium‐Regulated Flavonol Glycosides (F2‐Type) Biosynthesis in Lateral Root Formation of Camellia sinensis
Authors: Lai Sanyan , Wang Wenzhuo , Shen Tianlin , Li Xiu , Kong Dexu , Hou Xiaohan , Chen Gao , Gao Liping , Xia Tao , Jiang Xiaolan 
Published: January 2025

ABSTRACTIn acidic soil conditions, aluminium (Al) limits crop growth and yields but benefits the growth of tea plants. Flavonols are suggested to form complexes with Al, enhancing Al accumulation in tea plants. The role of flavonols in promoting lateral root formation under Al stress remains unclear. Here, we identified a 7‐rhamnosylated type of flavonol glycosides (F2‐type) crucial for this process in tea roots. Al treatment significantly stimulated lateral root initiation and bud germination in tea plants, enhancing flavonol glycoside accumulation, particularly the F2‐type. Most genes in the flavonol biosynthetic pathway were upregulated post‐Al treatment, including CsUGT89AC2/3 genes, which catalyze F2‐type flavonol glycosides synthesis in vitro and in vivo. Overexpression of CsUGT89AC2/3 increased lateral root occurrence, flavonol glycoside accumulation and expression of biosynthetic pathway genes in tea roots. Kaempferol treatment activated flavonol pathway genes and stimulated lateral root growth. Al treatment, kaempferol treatment and CsUGT89AC3 overexpression accelerated auxin accumulation and expression of auxin‐related genes. Therefore, Al stimulates flavonol biosynthetic pathway gene expression, regulates F2‐type flavonol biosynthesis, and influences auxin homoeostasis, promoting lateral root formation in tea plants. These findings lay the foundation for further investigation into the mechanisms underlying the Al‐mediated promotion of lateral root initiation in tea plants.
Thromboembolic Risk in Juvenile Dermatomyositis Patients Treated With Intravenous Immunoglobulin
Authors: Gomes Lais Lopes Almeida , Silva Genevieve S. , Carol Hallie A. , Subhadarshani Sweta , Rutstein Beth H. , Shaw Katharina S. 
Published: January 2025

ABSTRACTThis single‐institution retrospective cohort study evaluates the risk of thromboembolic events (TE) in patients with juvenile dermatomyositis (JDM) treated with intravenous immunoglobulin (IVIg). We found no difference in the occurrence of TE in JDM patients treated with IVIg as compared to those without IVIg exposure; both cohorts had no TEs. Patients in both JDM cohorts had matched levels of other clotting risk factors, such as periods of limited mobility and hormonal contraceptive use. This research supports the growing body of evidence in the adult DM population demonstrating no significantly increased risk of TE attributable to IVIg and suggests that the occurrence of TE in JDM is low.
Reward and Efficacy Modulate the Rate of Anticipatory Pupil Dilation
Authors: Eayrs Joshua O. , Tobing Haya Serena , Steendam S. Tabitha , Prutean Nicoleta , Notebaert Wim , Wiersema Jan R. , Krebs Ruth M. , Boehler C. Nico 
Published: January 2025

ABSTRACTPupil size is a well‐established marker of cognitive effort, with greater efforts leading to larger pupils. This is particularly true for pupil size during task performance, whereas findings on anticipatory effort triggered by a cue stimulus are less consistent. For example, a recent report by Frömer et al. found that in a cued‐Stroop task, behavioral performance and electrophysiological markers of preparatory effort allocation were modulated by cued reward and ‘efficacy’ (the degree to which rewards depended on good performance), but pupil size did not show a comparable pattern. Here, we conceptually replicated this study, employing an alternative approach to the pupillometry analyses. In line with previous findings, we found no modulation of absolute pupil size in the cue‐to‐target interval. Instead, we observed a significant difference in the rate of pupil dilation in anticipation of the target: pupils dilated more rapidly for high‐reward trials in which rewards depended on good performance. This was followed by a significant difference in absolute pupil size within the first hundreds of milliseconds following Stroop stimulus onset, likely reflecting a lagging effect of anticipatory effort allocation. Finally, the slope of pupil dilation was significantly correlated with behavioral response times, and this association was strongest for the high‐reward, high‐efficacy trials, further supporting that the rate of anticipatory pupil dilation reflects anticipatory effort. We conclude that pupil size is modulated by anticipatory effort, but in a highly temporally‐specific manner, which is best reflected by the rate of dilation in the moments just prior to stimulus onset.
Engaging Farmers in Biosecurity: Making Compliance Workable Within a Devolved Responsibility Approach
Authors: Higgins Vaughan , Bryant Melanie , Hernández‐Jover Marta , Warman Russell 
Published: January 2025

ABSTRACTDevolution of responsibility to farmers and farming industries is an increasingly prominent approach to governing biosecurity risks in countries such as the United Kingdom, Aotearoa New Zealand and Australia. However, at the same time, the practices through which farmers exercise increased responsibility are expected to align with centralised biosecurity standards. Research to date argues that the ongoing emphasis on compliance either conflicts with efforts to devolve responsibility or is variously accommodated and adapted to make biosecurity standards locally workable. This article contributes to and advances these debates by investigating how those involved in biosecurity policy development and implementation in Australia deal with compliance as part of their efforts to devolve responsibility for biosecurity to farmers. Drawing upon post‐actor‐network theory thinking, we identify three broad approaches through which biosecurity stakeholders seek to achieve biosecurity compliance—educative compliance, relational compliance and contextual compliance. Underpinning each of these approaches are several ‘modes of syncretism’ for making compliance and devolved responsibility cohere, some of which cut across different approaches. We argue that the inter‐connection of similar modes of syncretism across these approaches adds nuance to debates on the relationship between compliance and devolved responsibility. Our analysis reveals that compliance is folded in multiple ways into the work of engaging farmers in biosecurity. These highlight opportunities for making compliance workable that go beyond accommodation and adaptation. They also show the challenges and tensions likely to be faced by biosecurity stakeholders as they navigate different ways of making compliance and devolved responsibility cohere.
The Novel Allele HLA‐C*12:02:55 Identified by HLA‐Typing of a Bone Marrow Donor
Authors: Cheranev Valery , Evgrafova Natalia , Smirnova Darya , Loginova Maria , Korostin Dmitry 
Published: January 2025

ABSTRACTThe new HLA‐C*12:02:55 allele showed one synonymous nucleotide difference compared to the HLA‐С*12:02:02:01 allele in codon 134.
Bridging Them and Us Divisions: A Focus Group Study of Identities in Clinical Psychology Training
Authors: Gupta Veenu , Eames Catrin , Sharples Brooke , Bryant Alison , Greenhill Beth , Golding Laura , Fisher Peter 
Published: January 2025

ABSTRACTBackgroundThe training of clinical psychologists is conducted by staff, trainees, service users and carers. Often those working in clinical psychology do so due to their own lived experiences. These stakeholders may require having to navigate both personal and professional identities. Whilst there is motivation to make visible their lived experiences, this action may differ dependent on the roles they are in. This study aimed to understand identities within UK clinical psychology training and to enable effective teamworking.MethodFocus groups were used to socially construct and explore identity constructions of groups in clinical psychology training. The data were thematically analysed using a social constructionist lens.FindingsFour themes were found. Theme 1 identified ‘dynamics of identity’ where personal and professional identities were ‘integrated’, ‘separated’, ‘permeable’ or ‘visible/invisible’. Theme 2 found the ‘impact of language and labels to rebalance power’, encompassing, ‘expectations and invalidation of a label’ and motivations to ‘rebalance the power’. Theme 3 constructed ‘learner’ and ‘expert’ identities for each group, and Theme 4 found ‘Them & Us divisions’ that speak to the ‘Barriers’, between groups that participants wanted to bridge through modes of ‘Connections’.ConclusionsThis is the first study to use focus groups to socially construct and explore identities in clinical psychology training. The research gives clarity to identities in clinical psychology training, identifying the unique and common ways different stakeholders negotiate professional and personal identities that can promote understanding between stakeholders and better collaboration.
Ultrasonographic and Computed Tomographic Diagnosis of Urachal Diverticulum Concurrent With Pyometra in a Dog
Authors: Norena Nicole , Appleby Ryan B. , Defarges Alice , Mehrkens Lea , Biskup Jeff 
Published: January 2025

ABSTRACTA young, intact, female, American Bulldog was presented for hemorrhagic vaginal discharge. Anemia, thrombocytopenia, leukocytosis with neutrophilia, azotemia, and electrolyte disturbances were detected in the bloodwork. A urachal diverticulum with concurrent uterine distention was identified by ultrasonography and CT. The diverticulum was excised in surgery, and an ovariohysterectomy was performed. Histopathological examination confirmed an abscessed bladder wall with concurrent pyometra.
The singular series of a cubic form in many variables and a new proof of Davenport's Shrinking Lemma
Authors: Bernert Christian 
Published: January 2025

AbstractWe study the singular series associated to a cubic form with integer coefficients. If the number of variables is at least 10, we prove the absolute convergence (and hence positivity) under the assumption of Davenport's Geometric Condition, improving on a result of Heath‐Brown. For the case of nine variables, we give a conditional treatment. We also provide a new short and elementary proof of Davenport's Shrinking Lemma that has been a crucial tool in previous literature on this and related problems.