bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Cadeia de Markov: uma análise dos níveis de precipitação na Região Metropolitana do Recife-PE
Authors: Silva Sóstenes Jerônimo da , Souza Syntia Regina Rodrigues de , Silva Antônio Edson Brandão da , Silva José Ailton Alencar da , Jale Jader Silva , Stosic Tatijana 
Published: August 2023

Este trabalho apresenta uma análise do índice de precipitação em seis estações experimentais da Agência Pernambucana de Águas e Clima (APAC) com o objetivo de monitorar o comportamento desse índice em alguns municípios da região metropolitana do Recife - Pernambuco: Jaboatão dos Guararapes, Olinda, Várzea/Recife, Lamepe ITEP/Recife, Jaboatão dos Guararapes - TIP e Camaragibe). Foram coletados dados diários de precipitação entre 1960 e 2020. Identificou-se os seguintes estados a serem utilizados na cadeia de Markov: sem chuva, chuva fraca, chuva fraca a moderada, chuva moderada, chuva moderada a forte e chuva forte. Além disso, aplicou-se o método de janelas móveis de 180 dias. Obteve-se a matriz de probabilidade de transição da cadeia de Markov para os estados supracitados. Essa informação é essencial para estimar a probabilidade de ocorrência de eventos adversos em que as fortes chuvas podem impactar a vida de milhares de habitantes da Região Metropolitana do Recife (RMR). Trabalhos futuros podem utilizar-se da matriz de probabilidade de transição estimada no presente trabalho para simular cenários de chuva e potenciais riscos de inundação e deslizamentos de encostas.
Interrelation between the lipid accumulation product index and diabetic kidney disease in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus
Authors: Tang Min , Yao Shuangshuang , Cao Han , Wei Xiaohui , Zhen Qin , Tan Yijiong , Liu Fang , Wang Yufan , Peng Yongde , Fan Nengguang 
Published: August 2023

ObjectiveThe purpose of this study was to determine the relation between the lipid accumulation product index (LAPI) and diabetic kidney disease (DKD) in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM).MethodsHerein, 931 patients were enrolled and their data were collected. Then the interrelation between LAPI and DKD was assessed using multivariate logistic regression analyses (LRAs) and by a restricted cubic spline (RCS).ResultsIn total, 931 participants (352 females and 579 males) aged 55 years on average were included in the study. After adjusting for several confounders, the odds ratio for DKD was increased evidently in the third LAPI tertile compared with that in the first LAPI tertile. In addition, the RCS revealed a positive interrelation between LAPI and DKD. In the subgroup analyses, age, sex, hyperlipidemia, hypertension, and HbA1c did not significantly interact with LAPI.ConclusionsLAPI was higher in the DKD group than in the no-DKD group, and LAPI is positively linked with DKD, which may have potential value to diagnose DKD in clinical practice.
Fusarium spp. an emerging fungal threat to leatherback (Dermochelys coriacea) eggs and neonates
Authors: Kuschke Samantha G. , Wyneken Jeanette , Cray Carolyn , Turla Emily , Kinsella Megan , Miller Debra L. 
Published: August 2023

IntroductionFungal diseases are a rising health problem globally, in humans, nonhuman animals, and plants. Emerging fungal diseases have been associated with mass mortality events. A recent example of fungal disease pathogenicity is sea turtle egg fusariosis (STEF). The pathogenicity of STEF has been linked to fungi within the Fusarium solani species complex (FSSC). This complex is composed of over 45 phylogenetically identifiable species commonly found in the environment. Species within the FSSC lineage have been isolated from the nests of multiple sea turtle species and are linked to decreased hatching success in all 7 of the extant sea turtle species. Fungi within this lineage are also known to cause cutaneous and subcutaneous infections. These fungi are not only a threat to sea turtles but also to other animals, including humans, that use coastal waters and beaches inhabited by Fusarium spp. The presence of Fusarium spp., in the context of sea turtle health, has not been investigated on southeastern Florida beaches which are fundamentally important for at least three sea turtle species that nest there in large numbers.MethodsWe performed a retrospective assessment of necropsy reports from dead captive leatherback neonates from 2010 to 2022 to assess the most common microscopic diagnoses and the presence of skin lesions associated with mycotic dermatitis. Additionally, live captive leatherbacks and dead-in-nest samples from the 2022 hatching season were used to assess the presence and effect of mycotic dermatitis in Juno Beach and Boca Raton, Florida, USA. This was accomplished by observing gross lesions, fungal cultures, and blood values.ResultsThe retrospective analysis of dead captive neonates revealed that the diagnosis of mycotic dermatitis on histopathology has significantly increased since 2010. The assessment of gross skin lesions associated with mycotic dermatitis in dead and live captive leatherback neonates also revealed a similar increase. Investigations in live captive leatherbacks revealed fungal cultures positive for Fusarium spp. and significant differences in blood values at emergence between healthy turtles and those that later developed mycotic dermatitis.DiscussionPositive dead-in-nest culture results suggest that Fusarium spp. are likely present in leatherback sea turtle nests in Boca Raton and Juno Beach, Florida, USA. Additionally, the occurrence of mycotic dermatitis in dead and live captive leatherback neonates suggests that the presence of Fusarium spp. in the nest likely affects leatherback neonates even after emergence.
Positive communication workshops: are they useful for treatment programmes for anorexia nervosa?
Authors: Tchanturia Kate , Croft Philippa , Holetic Victoria , Webb Jessica , Dapelo Marcela Marin 
Published: August 2023

BackgroundSocial isolation, loneliness and difficulties in relationships are often described as a core feature of eating disorders. Based on the experimental research, we have designed one-off workshops for patients in inpatients and day care services and evaluated its acceptability and effectiveness using feedback questionnaires.MethodsThis naturalistic project is an evaluation of multiple positive communication workshops. Forty-one participants completed workshop questionnaires, which were provided immediately at the beginning and end of the workshop, including feedback on these one-off groups. The workshops consisted of educational and experiential components. The questionnaire outcomes were evaluated by independent researchers.ResultsAll participants were female adults with a mean age of 33 (12.2) and a diagnosis of Anorexia Nervosa (AN; either restrictive or binge-purge subtype). Post-workshop questionnaires showed large effect sizes in the improvement of understanding the importance and confidence in using positive communication strategies.DiscussionAddressing social communication difficulties in eating disorder treatment programmes adds valuable dimensions to these symptom-based treatments in both inpatient settings and day services, and may provide broader benefits in overall social functioning in patients with AN.ConclusionBrief one-off workshops targeting social functioning for patients with eating disorders might be useful complementary input for treatment programmes.
Inter- and intra-observer reliability of thoracic limb circumference measurement methods in sound dogs
Authors: Deabold Kelly , Harriz Jordan , Madeiros Brandy , Davies Wendy , Shmalberg Justin , Miscioscia Erin 
Published: August 2023

ObjectiveThe primary objectives of this study are to (1) compare the inter- and intra-observer reliability of thoracic limb circumference measurement methods in sound dogs, and (2) determine the most reliable thoracic limb positioning and location on the thoracic limb for performing circumferential measurements.MethodsThoracic limbs of 10 apparently sound dogs (20 limbs) were blindly and independently measured by 3 observers. Triplicate measurements were performed with dogs in lateral recumbency at 50 and 70% brachial (Br) length (length between the greater tubercle and lateral humoral epicondyle) and 25% ABr length (length between the lateral humeral epicondyle and ulnar styloid process), both with the elbow extended and at an approximate weight-bearing (WB) angle. Intra-class correlation coefficients (ICC) with a 95% confidence interval (CI) were used for data analysis with ap &lt; 0.05 being significant.ResultsAll measures had significantly good to excellent intra- (ICC 0.836–0.994,p &lt; 0.001) and inter-observer reliability (ICC 0.834–0.996,p &lt; 0.001). Inter-observer reliability was excellent at 25% ABr extended and WB positions, and at 50% Br WB position, with a wider confidence interval at the latter location. Intra-observer reliability was excellent across all observers for 25% ABr extended and WB, and 50% Br WB positions, also with a wider confidence interval at the latter location.ConclusionCircumferential measurement of the canine thoracic limb was most reliable at 25% ABr length with the elbow either in an extended or WB position.
Numerical Simulation and Performance Optimization of a Solar Cell Based on WO3/CdTe Heterostructure Using NiO as HTL Layer by SCAPS 1D
Authors: Medina José Carlos Zepeda , Andrés Enrique Rosendo , Ruíz Crisóforo Morales , Espinosa Eduardo Camacho , Yarce Leticia Treviño , Galeazzi Isasmendi Reina , Trujillo Román Romano , Salgado Godofredo García , Solis Antonio Coyopol , Caballero Fabiola Gabriela Nieto 
Published: August 2023

In this paper, a solar cell based on WO3/CdTe heterojunction was analyzed and optimized, for which the following structure of the Al/AZO/WO3/CdTe/NiO/Ni device was proposed, which was numerically simulated by the SCAPS 1-D software. Using the software, the effect of the thickness and carrier concentration of the absorber layer (CdTe) and the window layer (WO3) was analyzed, and the optimal value of these parameters was found to be 2 µm and 1015 cm−3 for the CdTe layer and 10 nm and 1019 cm−3 for the WO3 layer, respectively. The influence of the defect density of the WO3/CdTe interface on the performance of the proposed cell was also analyzed, simulating from 1010 to 1016 cm−2, obtaining better device performance at lower interface defect density. Another parameter analyzed was the operating temperature on the photovoltaic performance of the device, observing that the solar cell has a better performance at lower temperatures. Finally, a maximum optimized PCE of 19.87% is obtained with a Voc = 0.85 V, Jsc = 28.45 mA/cm2, and FF = 82.03%, which makes the WO3/CdTe heterojunction an interesting alternative for the development of CdTe-based solar cells.
Exploring the Diversity and Systematics of Phaeosphaeriaceae: Taxonomic Novelties from Ecologically Diverse Habitats and Their Phylogenetic Resolution
Authors: Wanasinghe Dhanushka N. , Maharachchikumbura Sajeewa S. N. 
Published: August 2023

The family Phaeosphaeriaceae is a diverse group of ascomycetous fungi that are commonly found in terrestrial habitats worldwide. In recent years, there has been increasing interest in the biodiversity of Phaeosphaeriaceae in China, particularly in Sichuan Province, which has not been fully explored for its high fungal diversity. In our study, we conducted extensive surveys in Sichuan Province to identify and describe new species of Ascomycota with diverse habitats. Here, we present a taxonomic revision of Phaeosphaeriaceae with taxonomic novelties from terrestrial habitats in Sichuan Province based on a multi-gene phylogenetic approach. Our study focuses on the description of four new species of Phaeosphaeriaceae, representing novel additions to the diversity of this fungal family. Using a combination of morphological and molecular data, we provide detailed descriptions of the new taxa and their placement within the family. Additionally, we discuss the phylogenetic relationships of these new taxa with other members of Phaeosphaeriaceae, providing insights into the correct taxonomic classification of the family. Our taxonomic revision contributes to understanding fungal diversity in China and provides a foundation for future studies investigating the taxonomy and ecological roles of Phaeosphaeriaceae fungi. Furthermore, our multi-gene phylogenetic approach provides increased resolution and accuracy in the delimitation of species boundaries within the family. Our study highlights the importance of continued exploration and taxonomic revision in order to fully understand the diversity and distribution of fungal species in China and beyond. New species: Paraloratospora sichuanensis, Phaeosphaeria chengduensis, P. sichuanensis, and Septoriella shoemakeri. New combinations: Paraloratospora breonadiae, P. fructigena, Septoriella ammophilicola, S. asparagicola, S. festucae, S. luzulae, and S. verrucispora. New names: Septoriella paradactylidis, and S. neomuriformis.
The Endophytic Microbiome of Wild Grapevines Vitis amurensis Rupr. and Vitis coignetiae Pulliat Growing in the Russian Far East
Authors: Aleynova Olga A. , Nityagovsky Nikolay N. , Ananev Alexey A. , Suprun Andrey R. , Ogneva Zlata V. , Dneprovskaya Alina A. , Beresh Alina A. , Tyunin Alexey P. , Dubrovina Alexandra S. , Kiselev Konstantin V. 
Published: August 2023

Many grape endophytic microorganisms exhibit high potential for suppressing the development of grape diseases and stimulating grapevine growth and fitness, as well as beneficial properties of the crop. The microbiome of wild grapevines is a promising source of biocontrol agents, which can be beneficial for domesticated grapevines. Using next-generation sequencing (NGS) and classical microbiology techniques, we performed an analysis of bacterial and fungal endophytic communities of wild grapevines Vitis amurensis Rupr. and Vitis coignetiae Pulliat growing in the Russian Far East. According to the NGS analysis, 24 and 18 bacterial taxa from the class level were present in V. amurensis and V. coignetiae grapevines, respectively. Gammaproteobacteria (35%) was the predominant class of endophytic bacteria in V. amurensis and Alphaproteobacteria (46%) in V. coignetiae. Three taxa, namely Sphingomonas, Methylobacterium, and Hymenobacter, were the most common bacterial genera for V. amurensis and V. coignetiae. Metagenomic analysis showed the presence of 23 and 22 fungi and fungus-like taxa of class level in V. amurensis and V. coignetiae, respectively. The predominant fungal classes were Dothideomycetes (61–65%) and Tremellomycetes (10–11%), while Cladosporium and Aureobasidium were the most common fungal genera in V. amurensis and V. coignetiae, respectively. A comparative analysis of the endophytic communities of V. amurensis and V. coignetiae with the previously reported endophytic communities of V. vinifera revealed that the bacterial biodiversity of V. amurensis and V. coignetiae was similar in alpha diversity to V. vinifera’s bacterial biodiversity. The fungal alpha diversity of V. amurensis and V. coignetiae was statistically different from that of V. vinifera. The beta diversity analysis of bacterial and fungal endophytes showed that samples of V. vinifera formed separate clusters, while V. amurensis samples formed a separate cluster including V. coignetiae samples. The data revealed that the endophytic community of bacteria and fungi from wild V. amurensis was richer than that from V. coignetiae grapes and cultivated V. vinifera grapes. Therefore, the data obtained in this work could be of high value in the search for potentially useful microorganisms for viticulture.
Efecto de diferentes tratamientos para romper latencia en semilla de arroz (Var. Milagro filipino)
Authors: Ruiz-Ramírez Santiago , Hernández-Martinez Rosendo 
Published: August 2023

El presente trabajo de investigación se realizó en Tepatitlán de Morelos, Jalisco, en las instalaciones del Campo Experimental Centro Altos de Jalisco, del Instituto Nacional de Investigaciones Forestales Agrícolas y Pecuarias (INIFAP), se utilizó semilla de Arroz Var. Milagro Filipino en categoría registrada. El objetivo del estudio fue evaluar el efecto de los tratamientos en la latencia de la semilla de arroz y por consecuencia en la calidad fisiológica (germinación y vigor) posteriormente. Los tratamientos evaluados fueron: Tratamiento 1 semilla desnuda o escarificada, Tratamiento 2 semilla con cubierta o no escarificada, Tratamiento 3 imbibición de semilla desnuda o escarificada y Tratamiento 4 imbibición de semilla con cubierta o no escarificada. El estudio se manejó mediante un diseño completamente al zar con cuatro repeticiones, así mismo, la unidad experimental el sustrato entre papel (tacos). Se cuantificaron las siguientes variables germinación estándar (plántulas normales, plántulas anormales y semillas sin germinar), longitud media de plúmula y longitud media de radícula. Con los datos obtenidos se realizó un análisis de varianza y prueba de Tukey (P ≤ 0.05), Se detectó que no existen diferencias estadísticas, sin embargo al analizar si encontramos diferencias numéricas lo que nos permite concluir que los tratamientos T2 y T4, mostraron mejor respuesta a la latencia y efecto en germinación y vigor de la semilla de arroz. Las dificultades en postcosecha nos ocasionan problemas en manejo, almacenamiento y comercialización de las semillas que presentan latencia o latencia primaria, para ello los resultados de investigación y como tratamiento pre germinativo nos da la opción de tomar decisiones y contribuir a dar soluciones.
PENGARUH KINERJA KEUANGAN DAN FAKTOR LAINNYA TERHADAP MANAJEMEN LABA PADA PERUSAHAAN
Authors: Halim Ezra Drata , Chrisnanti Frestin 
Published: August 2023

This research is a development of previous research, namely Asim and Ismail (2019) with the dependent variable earnings management and the independent variable leverage. This study aims to examine actual data on how financial performance and other variables affect earnings management in manufacturing organizations. Leverage, profitability, firm size, company growth, audit committee, fixed asset turnover, and audit quality are the factors used in this study. The population of this study is manufacturing companies listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange during the period 2019 to 2021. Purposive sampling is used to choose the samples for this study, and 216 data are collected. Data were examined using several regression techniques. Proxy that used in this research was Modified Jones Model as proxy of dependent variable earnings management to calculate data. The findings of this study demonstrated that the company growth have an impact on earnings management. This showed that changes of total asset of in a company from year to year can affected the manager to do earnings management. While others, such as leverage, profitability, firm size, audit committee, fixed asset turnover, and audit quality, do not influence on earnings management.
ÓLEOS ESSENCIAIS COMO SUPLEMENTAÇÃO NA DIETA DE VACAS LEITEIRAS E A SUA INFLUÊNCIA NA COMPOSIÇÃO DO LEITE
Authors: Campanha Elisamara Ribeiro , Dos Santos Silvana Lúcia Medeiros , Da Silva Victor Gabriel Pereira , Oliveira Lucas Rodrigo de Moura , Valentim Jean Kaique , De Almeida Alexander Alexandre 
Published: August 2023

Este estudo teve como intuito apresentar pesquisas e dados relacionados à inclusão de óleos essenciais microencapsulados na dieta de vacas leiteiras, realizando, assim, levantamento de dados sobre a produtividade do leite e também sobre a sua composição e qualidade, efetuando comparações sobre vacas suplementadas e não suplementadas. A pesquisa foi realizada no setor de bovinocultura leiteira do IFMG - Campus Bambuí, utilizando-se 40 vacas com diferentes graus de sangue e com variações entre 27 e 300 dias em lactação. As vacas foram mantidas em sistema semi-intensivo, pois tinham acesso aos piquetes rotacionados e recebiam suplementação de silagem de milho e concentrado antes de se iniciar as ordenhas. O trabalho baseia-se em uma comparação de antes e após o uso de óleos essenciais. Diante disso, o estudo teve duração total de 82 dias, com as coletas de dados diárias sobre o consumo alimentar das vacas, produtividade e coleta de amostras de leite destinadas à análise no LaQal (Laboratório de Análise de Qualidade de Água e Leite) do IFMG - Campus Bambuí. Os animais receberam 5 g/vaca/dia de óleos essenciais microepsulados, um produto comercial com os seguintes princípios ativos: carvacrol, cinamaldeido, eugenol, oleoresina e veículo. Os dados foram tabulados e transformados em valores nominais e percentuais para, a partir daí, serem construídos os gráficos com a finalidade de facilitar a interpretação dos resultados. Portanto, no presente trabalho, realizou-se uma análise exploratória dos dados de grau de sangue, produção de leite diária, composição do leite, contagem de células somáticas (CCS) e consumo alimentar de silagem de milho e concentrado. Ademais, o nível de significância adotado foi de 0,05% (valor-p = 0,05). Utilizou-se o pacote dplyr, do programa estatístico R (R CORE TEAM, 2022), e, para análises, o teste-t de Student, utilizando-se a função t.test do pacote stats do programa estatístico R. Não foram obtidos resultados significantes sobre a produtividade do leite, nem sobre sua composição, CCS e consumo. Embora o produto comercial não tenha demonstrado influência sobre as análises realizadas, são necessários mais estudos para melhor conhecimento da sua ação e de seus benefícios para a produção animal.
"THE RHINOCEROS" BY EUGÈNE IONESCO AND "TANGO" BY SLAVOMYR MROŻEK: SPECIFIC FEATURES OF THE SPACE-TIME ORGANIZATION
Authors: Biliavska V. , Usatyi A. 
Published: August 2023

The article analyzes the characteristic features of organizing artistic time and space on the example of the plays "Rhinoceros" by E. Ionesco and "Tango" by S. Mrożek, which are traditionally considered classic examples of European theatre of the absurd. The basis of the nature of the theatre of the absurd is the destruction of the stage illusion, which manifests itself in various formal and content categories, among which the key role belongs to the chronotope.
Common to the dramas of both authors is the space-time, which can mostly be characterized as conditional, undefined and without specific historical signs. Actors who function in such a chronotope are to a certain extent abstract, devoid of individual features. In the drama "Rhinoceros" time is outlined only cursorily in the remarks, which makes it impossible to determine a specific historical dimension and transports the viewer into a certain kind of conditional timelessness, emphasizing the universality of the idea. The artistic space, subject to the general logic of the plot, thickens with each action, shrinks from the size of the square of a provincial town to a room, and the main character, finding themself in a dead end, realizes their doom and the only possible need to fight for the preservation of their own human nature.
In the drama "Tango" the mixing of time layers can be traced in an arbitrary way, which is additionally emphasized by a specific construction of space, the main feature of which is chaos. The first and second acts represent the living room of a solid residence of a Polish middle-class family of the early twentieth century, but all the interior elements are in complete disarray, which is a reflection of the anarchic views of the characters, permissiveness and leveling of traditions. In the third act, instead, we see the previous living room, in which order and coziness reign, but this very demonstratively ordered space contrasts sharply with the attempt to make death and violence an integral part of the ideology.