bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Comparative study of CT-scan modality with MRI modality findings in patients suspected of COVID-19
Authors: Ardekani Mohammad Sobhan , Redaei Maryam , Ghasemipour Samaneh , Ameri Ahmad Zahra 
Published: April 2023

Abstract
Background
CT-scan and MRI are both best of radiologic modalities with different advantages and disadvantages. In this study, we aimed to evaluate and compare the features of COVID-19 pneumonia in these two modalities. Fifty-three suspected COVID-19 patients who presented to our emergency ward underwent chest CT and, once various features of COVID-19 pneumonia were identified, a dedicated multi-sequence chest MRI was performed on the same day with an institutional protocol. Demographic data and the morphology, laterality and location of the lesions were recorded for each case.

Results
Thirty-seven males and sixteen females with the mean age of 47.49 ± 13.86 years old were present in this case series. Fifty-one cases had typical CT features with ground glass opacities and consolidations, readily visible on different MRI sequences. Thirteen cases had atelectasis which were also easily seen on MRI. The comprehensive review of MRI features for each case and representative images has been illustrated.

Conclusion
We can suggest MRI as an alternative choice of CT-scan for diagnosis COVID-19 pneumonia according to the revealed results, it can be a logical choice in the suspected cases.
Long-term Effectiveness and Safety of GH Replacement Therapy in Adults ≥60 Years: Data From NordiNet® IOS and ANSWER
Authors: Biller Beverly M K , Höybye Charlotte , Ferran Jean-Marc , Kelepouris Nicky , Nedjatian Navid , Olsen Anne Helene , Weber Matthias M , Gordon Murray B 
Published: April 2023

Abstract

Context
Effectiveness and safety data on GH replacement therapy (GHRT) in older adults with adult GH deficiency (AGHD) are limited.

Objective
To compare GHRT safety and clinical outcomes in older (≥60 years and, for some outcomes, ≥75 years) and middle-aged (35–&lt;60 years) patients with AGHD.

Design/setting
Ten-year follow-up, real-world data from 2 large noninterventional studies—NordiNet® International Outcome Study (IOS) and the American Norditropin® Studies: Web-Enabled Research (ANSWER) Program—were analyzed.

Patients
GH-naïve and non-naïve patients with AGHD.

Intervention
Norditropin® (somatropin).

Main outcome measures
Outcomes included GH exposure, IGF-I standard deviation scores (SDS), body mass index (BMI), glycated hemoglobin (HbA1c), serious and nonserious adverse reactions (SARs and NSARs, respectively), and serious adverse events (SAEs). Adverse reactions were events with possible/probable causal relationship to GHRT.

Results
The effectiveness analysis set comprised 545 middle-aged and 214 older patients (19 aged ≥75 years) from NordiNet® IOS. The full analysis set comprised 1696 middle-aged and 652 older patients (59 aged ≥75 years) from both studies. Mean GH doses were higher in middle-aged vs older patients. For both age groups and sexes, mean IGF-I SDS increased following GHRT, while BMI and HbA1c changes were similar and small.
Incidence rate ratios (IRRs) did not differ statistically between older and middle-aged patients for NSARs [IRR (mean, 95% confidence interval) 1.05 (.60; 1.83)] or SARs [.40 (.12; 1.32)]. SAEs were more frequent in older than middle-aged patients [IRR 1.84 (1.29; 2.62)].

Conclusion
Clinical outcomes of GHRT in AGHD were similar in middle-aged and older patients, with no significantly increased risk of GHRT-related adverse reactions in older patients.
Robot-assisted homecare: A user study on needs and challenges
Authors: Su Zhidong , Liang Fei , Sheng Weihua , Bishop Alex 
Published: April 2023

Background: As the older adult population increases there is a great need of developing smart healthcare technologies to assist older adults. Robot-based homecare systems are a promising solution to achieving this goal. This study aims to summarize the recent research in homecare robots, understand user needs and identify the future research directions. Methods: First, we present an overview of the state-of-the-art in homecare robots, including the design and functions of our previously developed ASCC Companion Robot (ASCCBot). Second, we conducted a user study to understand the stake- holders’ opinions and needs regarding homecare robots. Finally, we proposed the future research directions in this exciting research area in response to the existing problems. Results: Our user study shows that most of the interviewees emphasized the importance of medication reminder and fall detection functions. The stakeholders also emphasized the functions to enhance the connection between older adults and their families and friends, as well as the functions to improve the efficiency and productivity of the caregivers. We also identified three major future directions in this exciting research area: human-machine interface, learning and adaptation, and privacy protection. Conclusions: The user study discovered some new useful functions that the stakeholders want to have and also validated the developed functions of the ASCCBot. The three major future directions in the homecare robot research area were identified.
Reading and math skills of students with special educational needs in regular and special classes
Authors: Sigus Hardi , Soodla Piret , Mädamürk Kaja 
Published: April 2023

Selle uurimistöö eesmärk on kirjeldada hariduslike erivajadustega (HEV) õpilaste lugemis- ja matemaatikaoskuste seoseid tava- või eriklassis õppimisega. Valimisse kuulus 3369 kolmanda klassi last (poisse 50%, 209 klassist, 135 koolist) ning 3340 kuuenda klassi last (poisse 51%, 200 klassist, 134 koolist) eesti- ja venekeelsetest koolidest. Õpilased täitsid koolitundide ajal veebipõhised lugemise ladususe, loetu mõistmise, arvutamise ja tekstülesannete testid. Tulemustest selgus, et tava- ja eriklassis õppivate HEV õpilaste lugemis- ja matemaatikaoskused olid sarnasel tasemel, välja arvatud vene õppekeelega koolide kuuendates klassides, kus tavaklassis õppivad HEV õpilased said tekstülesannete lahendamises kõrgema skoori võrreldes eriklassis õppivate HEV õpilastega. Uuring annab esmase ülevaate eesti- ja venekeelsete koolide kolmandate ja kuuendate klasside HEV õpilaste kaasamise olukorrast ja akadeemilistest oskustest.
Summary
Comparison of Newly Proposed and Existing Design Approach for Saturated Buffers
Authors: Abdalaal Yousef , Ghane Ehsan 
Published: April 2023

Highlights

More diverted flow to the buffer does not necessarily mean more nitrate load removal.

A design approach should incorporate a nitrate removal component to maximize nitrate load removal.

The newly proposed design follows a process-based approach to estimate the annual site-specific nitrate removal.

The newly proposed design provided more consistent nitrate load removal regardless of the site conditions.

Neglecting exit head loss in the design process leads to an overestimation of diverted flow and nitrate load removal.

Abstract. A saturated buffer (SB) is a conservation drainage practice that removes nitrate from subsurface drainage discharge. The reported wide range of nitrate load removal necessitates improvements in design approaches for more consistent performance. There are two SB design approaches: Illinois Natural Resources Conservation Service (Design 1) and McEachran et al. (2020) (Design 2). We proposed a new Design 3 that builds on the previous two designs. In Design 3, the nitrate load removal was simulated for buffer widths ranging from 3 to 30 m with a 0.3-m interval, and the buffer width that maximized the annual nitrate load reduction over the long term was chosen as the SB design. The objective of this study was to identify the best design approaches for maximizing nitrate load removal based on field data. Daily drainage discharge data from two field sites in Michigan were used to design a hypothetical SB length and width for each approach. The designs were compared by applying an identical method to estimate the nitrate load removal for each hypothetical SB system. The method extends Designs 1 and 2 by incorporating a hydrological and nitrate removal component. The results showed that using the minimum recommended buffer width of 9.1 m and the minimum 5% SB design capacity of Design 1 resulted in 25% to 35% of diverted flow to the buffer and 14% to 16% nitrate load removal at the two field sites. However, Design 1 resulted in the lowest nitrate removal compared to Designs 2 and 3 (i.e., 0.3% to 3.4% lower). Designs 2 and 3 consistently provided maximum nitrate load removal regardless of the site conditions, whereas the performance of Design 1 was inconsistent. In conclusion, Designs 2 and 3 were equally good and resulted in higher nitrate load removal compared to Design 1. Keywords: Conservation practice, Exit head loss, Nitrate, Subsurface drainage, Tile drainage, Water quality.
Broadband Circularly-polarized Crossed-dipole Antenna with Good Gain Stability
Authors: Song Xueyan , Wu Zhiyuan , Li Xuping , Zhang Yunqi , Yang Hailong 
Published: April 2023

A broadband Circularly Polarized (CP) cross-dipole antenna with the merit of stable gain is proposed. The designed antenna consists of crossed dipoles, parasitic patches, reflectors, and vertical parasitic plates. By adding parasitic patches and parasitic plates, the circular polarization performance of the antenna is significantly improved. Furthermore, the gain value becomes stable in the entire operating frequency band by modifying the structure of the parasitic plates. The final dimension of the presented antenna is 0.76λ0 X 0.76λ0 X 0.28λ0 (λ0 is the wavelength at the center frequency point in the circularly polarized working frequency band). The measured results depict that the Impedance Bandwidth (IBW) is 80.8% (2.03GHz~4.78GHz) and the Axial Ratio Bandwidth(ARBW) is 68.5% (2.35GHz~4.8GHz). Stable gain values, ranging from 6dBic to 7.5dBic, are obtained in the working frequency band, and the average gain can reach 7dBic.
Datos, patrones y narrativas: nuevas perspectivas sobre la Guerra Civll y la represión frnaquista a partir de la visualización de datos abiertos
Authors: Rubio Campillo Xavier , Feliu Torruella Maria , González Cantera Tania 
Published: April 2023

En los últimos años ha tenido lugar un incremento sustancial de bases de datos y portales en los que consultar información sobre la Guerra Civil Española y la represión franquista. Estos recursos son útiles para encontrar información sobre personas específicas, pero hasta ahora sus usos por parte de investigaciones centradas en dinámicas históricas de mayor escala ha sido escaso. Este artículo presenta nuevas aproximaciones a la información contenida en estas nuevas bases de datos a partir de las Humanidades Digitales. Se analizan los desafíos presentados por portales de consulta en relación a las prácticas científicas actuales y, en especial, en relación a la adopción de políticas Open Data. En segundo lugar se plantea cómo el uso de metodologías cuantitativas de análisis proporciona nuevas perspectivas a la disciplina histórica. Este planteamiento se ejemplifica a partir de dos casos de estudio al que se han aplicado herramientas digitales distintas: a) la distribución espacial de fosas comunes mediante Sistemas de Información Geográfica y b) la magnitud de la represión franquista en Catalunya a partir de la visualización de datos.
Compliance with smoke-free legislation in public places: An observational study in a northeast city of Bangladesh
Authors: Chowdhury Saifur Rahman , Sunna Tachlima Chowdhury , Das Dipak Chandra , Chowdhury Mahfuzur Rahman , Mahmud H. M. Miraz , Hossain Ahmed 
Published: April 2023

Background
Bangladesh is one of the highest tobacco-consuming countries in the world, with a large number of adult users of a variety of smoked and/or smokeless tobacco products. Bangladesh tobacco control act prohibits smoking in public places and requires the owners of public places to display ‘no smoking’ signages.

Objectives
The objective of this study was to assess the level of compliance with the tobacco control act (smoke-free laws) in public places in a northeast city of Bangladesh.

Methods
This cross-sectional study was conducted between June 1 and August 25, 2020, across 673 public places in Sylhet city, Bangladesh. The data was collected using a structured observational checklist that included variables such as the presence of active smoking, the presence of designated smoking areas, the display of ’no smoking’ signages, evidence of recent smoking such as ashes, butts/bidi ends, and the presence of smoking aids.

Results
Among 673 public places, a total of 635 indoor locations and 313 outdoor locations were observed. Only 70 (11%) indoor locations were found to be in good compliance, and 388 (61.1%) indoor locations were found to be in moderate compliance with smoke-free laws. On the other hand, only 5 (1.6%) outdoor locations were in good compliance, and 63 (20.1%) outdoor locations were in moderate compliance with smoke-free laws. The overall compliance with smoke-free laws at indoor locations was 52.7%, and at outdoor locations was 26.5%. The highest compliance was observed at healthcare facilities (58.6%) and the least at transit points (35.7%) for indoor locations. In outdoor locations, the highest compliance was observed at offices and workplaces (37.1%) and the least at transit points (2.2%). Higher active smoking was observed in public places where there was an absence of ‘no smoking’ signage and the presence of points of sale (POSs) (p-value <0.05). Further, higher active smoking was observed in places where any smoking aids, cigarette butts, bidi ends, or ashes were present (p-value <0.05).

Conclusion
This study found moderate compliance at indoor locations and very low compliance at outdoor locations. The government should focus more on implementing smoke-free laws in all kinds of public places, particularly at most frequently visited places and transit sites. ‘No smoking’ signages should be displayed per legislation across all public places. Policymakers should consider the prohibition of POS in/around a public place as it has a positive effect on smoking.
Adherence to topical anti-glaucoma medications in Sidama regional state, Southern Ethiopia
Authors: Melaku Mekete Wodajnew , Yibekal Betelhem Temesgen , Demilew Ketemaw Zewdu 
Published: April 2023

Purpose
To assess the proportion of adherence to topical anti-glaucoma medications and associated factors among glaucoma patients in Sidama regional state, Ethiopia.

Methods
An institution based cross-sectional study was conducted from May 30 to July 15, 2022 at Hawassa University comprehensive specialized and Yirgalem General Hospitals in Sidama regional state, Ethiopia. A systematic random sampling method was used to select 410 study participants. An adapted eight-item self-reported questionnaire was used to assess adherence. Binary logistic regression was used to identify factors associated with adherence to topical anti-glaucoma medications. Variables with a p-value of <0.05 under multivariable analysis were taken as statistically significant factors for adherence. The strength of the association was measured by using an adjusted odds ratio with 95% confidence interval.

Results
A total of 410 participants were included giving a response rate of 98.3%. Those who were adherent to their medications were 221(53.9%) (95% CI: 48.8–58.5). Urban residence (AOR = 2.81: 95% CI = 1.34–5.87), higher educational level (AOR = 3.17: 95% CI = 1.24–8.09), monthly follow-up frequency (AOR = 3.30: 95% CI = 1.79–6.11) and normal vision (AOR = 6.58: 95% CI = 3.03–10.84) were significantly associated with adherence.

Conclusion
More than half of glaucoma patients attending at Hawassa University comprehensive specialized and Yirgalem general hospitals were adherent to their topical anti-glaucoma medications. Urban residence, educational level, follow-up frequency, and normal vision were associated with adherence.
Point-of-care ultrasonography for risk stratification of non-critical suspected COVID-19 patients on admission (POCUSCO): A prospective binational study
Authors: Morin François , Douillet Delphine , Hamel Jean François , Savary Dominique , Aubé Christophe , Tazarourte Karim , Marouf Kamélia , Dupriez Florence , Le Conte Phillipe , Flament Thomas , Delomas Thomas , Taalba Mehdi , Marjanovic Nicolas , Couturaud Francis , Peschanski Nicolas , Boishardy Thomas , Riou Jérémie , Dubée Vincent , Roy Pierre-Marie 
Published: April 2023

Background
Lung point-of-care ultrasonography (L-POCUS) is highly effective in detecting pulmonary peripheral patterns and may allow early identification of patients who are likely to develop an acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS). We hypothesized that L-POCUS performed within the first 48 hours of non-critical patients with suspected COVID-19 would identify those with a high-risk of worsening.

Methods
POCUSCO was a prospective, multicenter study. Non-critical adult patients who presented to the emergency department (ED) for suspected or confirmed COVID-19 were included and had L-POCUS performed within 48 hours following ED presentation. The lung damage severity was assessed using a previously developed score reflecting both the extension and the intensity of lung damage. The primary outcome was the rate of patients requiring intubation or who died within 14 days following inclusion.

Results
Among 296 patients, 8 (2.7%) met the primary outcome. The area under the curve (AUC) of L-POCUS was 0.80 [95%CI:0.60–0.94]. The score values which achieved a sensibility >95% in defining low-risk patients and a specificity >95% in defining high-risk patients were <1 and ≥16, respectively. The rate of patients with an unfavorable outcome was 0/95 (0%[95%CI:0–3.9]) for low-risk patients (score = 0), 4/184 (2.17%[95%CI:0.8–5.5]) for intermediate-risk patients (score 1–15) and 4/17 (23.5%[95%CI:11.4–42.4]) for high-risk patients (score ≥16). In confirmed COVID-19 patients (n = 58), the AUC of L-POCUS was 0.97 [95%CI:0.92–1.00].

Conclusion
L-POCUS performed within the first 48 hours following ED presentation allows risk-stratification of patients with non-severe COVID-19.
Study investigating executive function in schizophrenia patients and their unaffected siblings
Authors: Xu Feifei , Xian Zhenping 
Published: April 2023

Introduction
Schizophrenia (SCZ) is characterized by widespread cognitive impairments, such as executive functions. Most of the available research indicate that executive impairment has a certain genetic predisposition. Shared neuropathological characteristics of patients with SCZ and their siblings may reveal intermediate behavioral phenotypes that can be used to further characterize the illness.

Methods
Our study involved 32 SCZ patients, 32 unaffected siblings (US), and 33 persons as healthy controls (HCS). These three groups underwent a computerized version of the Wisconsin Card Sorting Test (WCST), and a battery of cognitive neuropsychological assessments. These tests also evaluate executive function and several cognitive domains.

Results
The performed study on SCZ patients and their unaffected siblings showed an inferior WCST performance to the HCS subjects, further indicating that unaffected siblings have a functional impairment, and they also performed poorly on the neuropsychological assessment compared with the HCS.

Conclusion
This result supports the claim that the development of functional impairment is not limited to SCZ patients and unaffected siblings may also have a certain level of abnormal brain function. Consequently. neurological abnormalities lead to the abnormal functioning in siblings and patients, suggesting that genetics plays a considerable role in such results.
Samuel Beckett and Technology, Galina Kiryushina, Einat Adar and Mark Nixon (Eds) (2021)
Authors: O’Neill Shane 
Published: April 2023

Review of: Samuel Beckett and Technology, Galina Kiryushina, Einat Adar and Mark Nixon (Eds) (2021)
Edinburgh: Edinburgh University Press, 288 pp.,
ISBN 978-1-47446-328-7, h/bk, £85.00
ISBN 978-1-47446-329-4, p/bk, £24.99
ISBN 978-1-47446-331-7, e-book, £24.99
ISBN 978-1-47446-330-0, e-book, £85.00
Artificial Generation: Photogenic French Literature and the Prehistory of Cinematic Modernity, Christina Parkerflynn (2022)
Authors: Nevin Barry 
Published: April 2023

Review of: Artificial Generation: Photogenic French Literature and the Prehistory of Cinematic Modernity, Christina Parkerflynn (2022)
New Brunswick: Rutgers University Press, 256 pp.,
ISBN 978-1-97882-507-9, h/bk, €129.00
ISBN 978-1-97882-506-2, p/bk, €36.00
Taxation Aspects, Information Asymmetry and Earnings Management
Authors: Fristanti Vica , Senjani Yayu Putri 
Published: April 2023

Purpose: The act of manipulating the presentation of financial statements by increasing or decreasing profits can be misleading and cause losses to other parties. Various factors motivate managers to take earnings management actions. This study aims to analyze earnings management actions by taking several indicators in terms of taxation aspects which include tax planning and deferred tax expense and indicators of information asymmetry owned by managers.
Methodology: The objects used as research samples are manufacturing companies in the goods and consumption sector listed on the Indonesia Sharia Stock Index (ISSI) in 2016-2020. Companies were selected based on predetermined criteria using a purposive sampling method to obtain a sample of 130 observations. The analysis technique uses panel data regression which is processed with Eviews v.12 programs.
Findings: The results show that tax planning, deferred tax expense and information asymmetry have a significant positive effect in detecting earnings management actions.
Novelty: This study uses manufacturing companies in the goods and consumption sector as an object, and adds information asymmetry variable to the study. Furthermore, this study also measured earnings management by using the modified Jones model discretional accrual proxy.
Research frontiers of electroporation-based applications in cancer treatment: a bibliometric analysis
Authors: Qian Kun , Zhong Zilong 
Published: April 2023

Abstract

Objectives
Electroporation, the breakdown of the biomembrane induced by external electric fields, has increasingly become a research hotspot for its promising related methods in various kinds of cancers.

Content
In this article, we utilized CiteSpace 6.1.R2 to perform a bibliometric analysis on the research foundation and frontier of electroporation-based applications in cancer therapy. A total of 3,966 bibliographic records were retrieved from the Web of Science Core Collection for the bibliometric analysis. Sersa G. and Mir L. M. are the most indispensable researchers in this field, and the University of Ljubljana of Slovenia is a prominent institution. By analyzing references and keywords, we found that, with a lower recurrence rate, fewer severe adverse events, and a higher success rate, irreversible electroporation, gene electrotransfer, and electrochemotherapy are the three main research directions that may influence the future treatment protocol of cancers.

Summary
This article visualized relevant data to synthesize scientific research on electroporation-based cancer therapy, providing helpful suggestions for further investigations on electroporation.

Outlook
Although electroporation-based technologies have been proven as promising tools for cancer treatment, its radical mechanism is still opaque and their commercialization and universalization need further efforts from peers.