bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Burden of ischemic stroke attributed to diet high in sugar-sweetened beverages burdens in 204 countries and territories from 1990--2021
Authors: Zhou Xiao , Liu Jiaming , Xia Xiaoshuang , Wang Lin , Li Xin 
Published: January 2025

Abstract

This study aims to explore the relationship between sugar-sweetened beverage (SSB) consumption and ischemic stroke (IS), providing scientific evidence for preventive measures. In this study, a comprehensive analysis based on global burden of disease (GBD) data related to the IS from 1990–2021 was conducted. The time trends of the age-standardized mortality rate (ASMR) and age-standardized disability-adjusted life year rate (ASDR) were assessed by estimating the annual percentage change (EAPC). Although the ASMR and ASDR have declined, the global number of deaths and disability-adjusted life years (DALYs) have still shown increasing trends from 1990–2021. There are significant differences in trends between regions with varying social development index (SDI) levels: the ASMR decreases in high-SDI and high–middle-SDI regions but increases in medium-SDI, low–middle-SDI, and low-SDI regions. Additionally, the trends in the 21 regions also exhibited similar patterns. In 2021, China reported the highest number of deaths, whereas Romania and North Macedonia had the highest ASMRs. Countries such as Equatorial Guinea and Ghana showed a significant increasing trend in IS-related mortality caused by SSB. Inequality analysis revealed that from 1990–2021, there was inequality in IS mortality caused by high sugar beverage consumption across SDI regions globally. The mortality rate was higher in high-SDI regions than in low-SDI regions, although the gap gradually narrowed. Further stratified analysis indicated that changes in age structure and population growth had varying impacts across different SDI regions, with epidemiological changes in high-SDI regions contributing more significantly to the mortality rate. In terms of sex, although the mortality rate in men was slightly higher than that in women, the mortality rate in women surpassed that in men in those aged 75 and older. The results from the annual percentage change (APC) model revealed global and regional differences in ischemic stroke mortality rates by SDI and sex, with low-income regions and women facing more serious health challenges. The Bayesian age-period-cohort (BAPC) predictive model results revealed a U-shaped trend in the IS mortality rates, and with changes in the population structure, the overall mortality from ischemic stroke is expected to increase significantly, particularly in the elderly population.
Cortical activation in Parkinson’s disease and Parkinson’s syndrome in different motor states: a functional near-infrared spectroscopy study
Authors: Li Ce , Wang Wei-Ning , Zhang Jing-Yi , Xia Yi-Fei , Wang Jian , He Zhong , Sun Yi-Min , Zhu Yu-Lian 
Published: January 2025

Abstract

Background: Functional near-infrared spectroscopy (fNIRS) is an advanced technique used to assess cortical activation and functional connectivity in the cerebral cortex brain. This study investigates changes in cortical activation patterns among patients with different subtypes of Parkinson’s syndrome during motor tasks.
Methods: A total of 63 participants, including 16 healthy controls, 23 patients with Parkinson’s disease (PD), 12 with progressive supranuclear palsy (PSP), and 12 with multiple system atrophy (MSA), underwent fNIRS assessment during various motor tasks.
Functional connectivity analysis was conducted under different motor states. During the sit-to-stand task, patients with PSP exhibited significant activation in the bilateral motor cortices (P<0.05), while those with PD demonstrated significant activation in both the bilateral motor cortex and the dorsolateral prefrontal cortex (DLPFC) (P<0.05). Results: During the 10-second walking task, patients with MSA showed widespread activation across nearly all cortical regions (P < 0.05). PD patients exhibited significant activation in the left sensory cortex, bilateral motor cortex, and bilateral Wernicke’s areas (P<0.05). Moreover, the step frequency of patients showed a significant positive correlation with activation in the premotorcortex, DLPFC, Wernicke's area, and PSA regions.
Conclusions: These findings reveal distinct cortical activation patterns between PSP and PD during the sit-to-stand task and between MSA and PD during walking tasks. Notably, walking speed in PD patients correlated with activation in multiple cortical regions, suggesting a complex neural basis for motor function in this population. The results offer a novel approach for evaluating cortical connectivity in Parkinson’s syndrome.
Trial number: ChiCTR2300070467
Investigating Effect of Fluid Density on Seismic Response of Steel Storage Tank
Authors: Raj Ritu , Waghmare Manisha V. 
Published: January 2025

Abstract

The seismic response of fluid-filled steel storage tanks is critical in earthquake-prone regions due to risks from fluid sloshing and structural impacts. While sloshing displacement is minimally affected by tank flexibility, impulsive pressures and base shear increase with it. Conventional tools like Staad Pro and ETABS struggle with capturing complex fluid-structure interactions (FSI), but advanced tools like ANSYS enable precise modeling of nonlinear behaviors and seismic dynamics. This study uses Time History Analysis (THA) in ANSYS to examine cylindrical tanks containing fuel oil, kerosene, and engine oil, focusing on how fluid density affects seismic responses like displacement, shear, moment, sloshing height, and hydrodynamic pressure. The findings of the work aim to enhance the design and safety of storage tanks under seismic loading.
Harmonizing Task Intensities Across Time
Authors: Garcia-Couto Santiago 
Published: January 2025

Abstract

A growing literature has used the intensity of the tasks that workers perform to explain labor market outcomes. Despite significant changes in the workplace, this "task approach" is based on the questionable assumption that the intensity of tasks remains constant over time. I harmonize and compare the intensity of four broad task classes that workers perform -non-routine cognitive, non-routine manual, interpersonal, and routine- from 1980 to 2014 in the Dictionary of Occupation Title (DOT) and the Occupational Information Network (O*NET). I find the new fact that a sizable part of wage changes is due to increases in the return and the intensity of cognitive tasks. I show that my new fact has important implications for three well-documented wage trends during the last decades. First, it caused wage polarization because the intensities of cognitive tasks increased in both high-wage and low-wage occupations. Second, it increased the college premium because college graduates tend to work in occupations that are relatively intensive in cognitive tasks. Third, it reduced the gender-wage gap because women again tend to work in occupations that are relatively intensive in cognitive tasks.
JEL Codes: E24, J24, J31.
Facing involuntary immobility: Prioritizing the marginalized in climate and disaster risk policy
Authors: Thalheimer Lisa , Cottier Fabien , Kruczkiewicz Andrew , Hultquist Carolynne , Tuholske Cascade , Benveniste Hélène , Freihardt Jan , Hemmati Mona , Kam Pui Man , Pricope Narcisa G. , Hoek Jamon Van Den , Zimmer Andrew , Horton Radley M. , de Sherbinin Alex 
Published: January 2025

Abstract

Globally, populations are increasingly located in areas at high risk of frequent, extreme weather events. Some exposed populations have the ability to move to safer places; others are unable to get out of harm’s way. The climate risks facing these involuntary immobile populations are not often addressed by local and national authorities, despite increasing recognition by international development agencies and humanitarian actors. Here we discuss when and how climate and extreme weather events lead to involuntary immobility by considering the influence of political, socioeconomic, and environmental factors. Addressing barriers in policy and disaster planning, early warning systems and anticipatory action could be tailored to support involuntarily immobile communities. While policy and planning should be data-informed, lack of appropriate data quality should not limit governments and institutions from taking action. Immobility needs to be aligned with the broader sustainable development objectives which entail climate justice and orderly migration.
Impact of Transition Metals (M=Mn, Fe, Co, Ni, Cu, Zn) on the Formation of Local and Crystal Structure of MBTC Phases
Authors: Domoroshchina Elena , Kuz’micheva Galina , Akin’shin Ivan , Svetogorov Roman , Khramov Evgeny , Chumakov Ratibor , Nguyen Quang 
Published: January 2025

Abstract

In this work, the results of studying the composition (bulk and surface), structure (crystal and local) and biocidal properties of metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) based on benzene-1,3,5-tricarboxylic acid (H3BTC), called MBTC (M=Fe, Mn, Co, Ni, Cu, Zn; M 2+Cl2·4H2O precursor), obtained by a hydrothermal method under the same process conditions were presented. XRPD, XAS, XPS, SEM, and FTIR methods were used. The formal charge (FC) was determined for Fe3+, Cu2+ (Jahn-Teller ion), Zn2+ and, for the first time, a mixed FC was determined for Co(3,2)+, Ni(3,2)+ and Mn(3,2)+ (with a higher content of Mn3+ Jahn-Teller ions). It was shown that in the M - BTC system, depending on FCM, MOFs with different types of structures are formed (MIL-100 with Fe, sp. gr. Fd3m; HKUST-1 with Cu, sp. gr. Fm3m; MBTC with M=Mn, Co, Ni, sp. gr. P; MBTC with Zn, sp. gr. C2), in which the coordination environment of M ions is different. The results obtained made it possible to divide MOF structures into 4 groups depending on the nature of the М metals. This allows predicting the topological structural types of MBTC based on the electronic structure of М ions. The results of studying the antimicrobial activity of MBTCs indicate a possible connection between the biocidal properties of bacteria and the electronic structure of M.
Computational Approaches for Multitarget Drug Design in Alzheimer's Disease: A Comprehensive Review
Authors: Guerguer Fatima Zahra , Khedraoui Meriem , Samadi Abdelouahid , Chtita Samir 
Published: January 2025

Abstract:
Alzheimer's disease (AD) is a chronic and progressive neurodegenerative brain
disorder, primarily affecting the elderly. Its socio-economic impact and mortality rate are
alarming, necessitating innovative approaches to drug discovery. Unlike single-target diseases,
Alzheimer's multifactorial nature makes single-target approaches less effective. To
address this challenge, researchers are turning to drug design strategies targeting multiple
disease pathways simultaneously. This approach has led to the promising identification of
dual or multiple-target inhibitors, offering new perspectives for improving disease management.
Computer-Aided Drug Design (CADD) such as virtual screening, docking,
QSAR, molecular dynamics, ADMET prediction, etc., are valuable tools for designing
and identifying new multi target directed ligands (MTDLs). These methods enable efficient
screening of extensive compound libraries and accurate prediction of pharmacokinetic
profiles, optimizing development costs and time. Challenges such as model accuracy,
simulation complexity, and data integration persist. Addressing these issues requires
advances in in silico modeling, high-performance computing, and experimental validation.
In this regard, this review highlights recent advances using various computational methods
to screen and identify new candidate compounds containing different heterocyclic
motifs that could serve as potential bases for designing ligands targeting multiple targets
for Alzheimer's disease.
Resveratrol Anti-inflammatory Effect against Palmitate-induced Cytotoxicity in Raw 264.7 Macrophages
Authors: Elmorsy Ekramy M. , Al-Ghafari Ayat B. , Al Doghaither Huda A. 
Published: January 2025

Background:
Resveratrol (RES) is a phytochemical bioactive compound with
suggested therapeutic benefits.

Objective:
The current work aimed to evaluate the anti-inflammatory effect of RES
against palmitate (PA) induced lipotoxicity in raw 264.7 macrophages cell line.

Methods:
The cells viability was assessed by lactate dehydrogenase assay. Then the effects
of RES and PA on nitric oxide (NO), triglyceride (TG) content, and cytokines release
were studied. The effect of RES and PA on the treated cells bioenergetics and redox
status was evaluated via different assays

Results:
The results showed that at doses of 10 and 20μM, RES dramatically increased
the vitality of PA-exposed macrophages with dramatic significant decrease in the release
the proinflammatory cytokines TNF-α, MHGB-1, IL-1β, and IL-6 and their coding
genes expression with marked improvement in the cells phagocytic capacity. In addition,
RES dramatically lowered the levels of NO and TG in PA-stimulated
macrophages. In addition, PA markedly decreased mitochondrial complexes I and III activities
with decreased mitochondrial membrane potential and lowered ATP production
with induction of oxidative stress. RES was shown to mitigate the effect of PA on
macrophages bioenergetics and the oxidative damage and counteracted PA effect on
genes linked to oxidative damage, such as Nrf2, Ho-1, NF-κB p65, SOD1, and SOD2.

Conclusion:
RES could reduce PA-induced lipotoxicity in macrophages via enhancing
their viability and counteracting the excess release of cytokines through alleviating PAinduced
bioenergetic disruption and oxidative damage with a suggested positive impact
of RES on obesity related illnesses caused by triggered cellular inflammation.
Soluplus Stabilized Amorphous Dispersions for Enhanced Oral Absorption of Felodipine
Authors: Zhang Shujuan , Xiong Subing , Gong Ying , Wang Liangliang , Huang Dayun 
Published: January 2025

Background:
Overcoming the poor aqueous solubility of small-molecule drugs is a major
challenge in developing clinical pharmaceuticals. Felodipine (FLDP), an L-type calcium calcium
channel blocker, is a poorly water-soluble drug.

Objectives:
The study aimed to explore the potential applications of polyvinyl caprolactam-polyvinyl
acetate-polyethylene glycol (Soluplus) stabilized amorphous dispersions for augmenting the oral delivery
of poorly water-soluble drugs.

Methods:
Soluplus-stabilized amorphous FLDP (FLDP-SSAs) was prepared using a two-phase mixing
method. The samples were analyzed for their microscopic and macroscopic behavior using polarized
light microscopy (PLM), differential scanning calorimetry (DSC), molecular simulation, and in
vitro dissolution studies. Subsequently, the pharmacokinetics of FLDP-SSAs were evaluated.

Results:
The maximum drug-to-Soluplus mass ratio of FLDP-SSAs was 50:50, with a drug concentration
of 8.0 mg/mL. They exhibited an amorphous nature, as confirmed by PLM and DSC. FLDPSSAs
generated nanoparticles with a particle size of approximately 50 nm during in vitro dissolution.
Compared to FLDP oral solution, FLDP-SSAs exhibited higher solubility due to their amorphous
nature and the generation of nanoparticles. The area under the curve (AUC) for oral FLDP-SSAs was
16.7-fold larger than that of the FLDP suspension.

Conclusion:
FLDP-SSAs could stabilize FLDP in an amorphous state and serve as drug carriers to
enhance oral absorption.
Advances in Understanding How RhoB Regulates Akt Inhibition Efficacy in NSCLC
Authors: Akgun Nurullah , Halici Zekai , Cadirci Elif 
Published: January 2025

Objectives:
Increasing the effectiveness and reliability of Akt inhibition in lung cancer treatment may pave the way for a more favorable use of this method in the future. Therefore, we aimed to evaluate the possible role of RhoB in the regulation of Akt inhibition in NSCLC.

Material and Methods:
The study was conducted using the NSCLC cell line A549. Small interfering RNA (siRNA)-mediated RhoB knockdown was performed and combined with perifosine (Akt inhibitor) treatment. Cell proliferation was detected by xCELLigence® RTCA. RhoB, pAkt, and Bcl2l11 expressions were analyzed by ELISA. Apoptosis rates were determined by flow cytometry.

Results:
We knocked down RhoB in A549 cells using siRNA. According to the results of the 72-hour experiment, RhoB upregulation was observed to reduce the antiproliferative ac-tivity of the Akt inhibitor. The pAkt level was significantly lower in the group where the Akt inhibitor was applied to RhoB-silenced cells via siRNA compared to other treatment groups. The percentage of apoptosis in the group where the Akt inhibitor was applied to RhoB-silenced cells was found to be significantly higher than in the RhoB-suppressed group.

Conclusion:
Both proliferation and apoptosis tests determined that the RhoB molecule is a negative regulator of the anti-tumor activity of Akt inhibition in non-small cell lung cancer. This study suggests that RhoB expression may play a critical role in the regulation of Akt inhibition in NSCLC, potentially opening new avenues for treatment strategies
Partial Dopamine D2/3 Agonists and Dual Disorders: A Retrospective-Cohort Study in a Real-World Clinical Setting on Patients with Schizophrenia Spectrum Disorders and Cannabis Use Disorder
Authors: Trovini Giada , Lombardozzi Ginevra , Kotzalidis Georgios D. , Pagano Ilaria , Amici Emanuela , Giovanetti Valeria , Perrini Filippo , Fagiolini Andrea , De Filippis Sergio 
Published: January 2025

Introduction/Objective:
Schizophrenia with substance use disorder is a complex clinical
condition that may increase treatment resistance. Cannabis use disorder is frequently associated with
psychosis and the causal link has still to be defined. Partial D2/3 agonists may ensure limbic dopamine
release normalization while avoiding reduced frontocortical dopamine release, which would
contribute to negative symptoms. We aimed to observe the clinical course of patients with schizophrenia
comorbid with cannabis use disorder while being treated with oral or long-acting injectable
D2/3 partial agonists.

Methods:
We observed 96 young adults with schizophrenia/schizoaffective disorder comorbid with
cannabis use disorder during 18 months of treatment with aripiprazole long-acting injectable or oral
aripiprazole or brexpiprazole. The assessment comprised Clinical Global Impressions-Severity, Positive
and Negative Syndrome Scale, Brief Psychiatric Rating Scale, Barratt Impulsiveness Scale, and
Visual Analog Scale for Craving.

Results:
Included were 17 women and 79 men (mean age = 26.89 ± 4.74 years). The sample responded
favorably to treatment as assessed by all clinical scales, save for the impulsiveness scale
which showed no significant change. The four treatment samples responded well without differences,
but employing a general linear model, long-acting injectable aripiprazole and brexpiprazole
were better and similar on all clinical and craving scales compared to oral aripiprazole and to other
antipsychotics. Long-acting injectable aripiprazole fared better than brexpiprazole on general psychopathology,
negative symptoms, and craving, while the reverse was true for global severity. However,
the sample size imbalance did not allow for drawing strong conclusions. We found no significant
treatment resistance in our 96-patient sample.

Conclusion:
Partial D2/3 agonists may treat comorbid schizophrenia/schizoaffective disorder and
cannabis use disorder, improving the symptoms of both disorders and substance craving.
Comparison of Structural Stability of Monomeric and Dimeric Forms of Bovine Seminal Ribonuclease Using Molecular Dynamics Simulation
Authors: Soltani Leila Simaei , Gharouni Marzieh , Ghovvati Shahrokh , Javadmanesh Ali , Nasiri Mohammad Reza 
Published: January 2025

Background:
Bovine Seminal Ribonuclease (BS-RNase) is a unique member of the
RNase A family found in the bovine seminal fluid. It is recognized for its antiviral and antitumor
properties, which make it a potential therapeutic agent.

Objective:
This study aimed to compare the stability of monomeric and dimeric forms of BS-RNase
using in silico methods.

Method:
The tertiary structures of BS-RNase as monomers and dimers were obtained from the Protein
Data Bank, and missing amino acids were modeled using the Modeller server. The predicted
structures were validated using SAVES 6 and ProSA web tools. Molecular dynamics simulations
were performed using GROMACS, and the resulting RMSD, RMSF, and Rg plots were analyzed.

Results:
The results indicated that the monomer's ERRAT score, Ramachandran plot, and Z-score
were better than the dimer's. RMSD, RMSF, and Rg plots were favorable for both structures, with
the monomer showing better stability than the dimer.

Conclusion:
Consequently, the monomeric form of BS-RNase is more stable than its dimeric form,
and the monomer can be more reliably used in pharmaceutical studies.
Predicting the Potential Mechanism of Radix Sophorae Flavescentis Treating Hepatocellular Carcinoma Based on the Strategies of Network
Pharmacology, Molecular Docking, and Molecular Dynamics Simulation
Authors: Hong Jing , Ding Jie , Wang Peng , Zhai Xiao-Feng , Pan Bo 
Published: January 2025

Background and Objective:
Hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) is a common hepatic malignant
tumor severely affecting the life and health of people globally. Radix Sophorae Flavescentis (RSF)
is a Chinese herbal medicine widely utilized in China. However, its main ingredients and mechanism
have not been fully illustrated. The current study explored the potential mechanism of RSF treating
HCC through network pharmacology, molecular docking, and molecular dynamics simulation.

Materials and Methods:
The potential RSF active compounds and the corresponding targets were
retrieved from TCMSP, TCMID, HERB, ETCM, and BATMAN-TCM databases. HCC-related target
genes were primarily mined using GeneCards and OMIM databases. The intersection target
genes of RSF and HCC were collected, and the protein-protein interaction (PPI) network was constructed
to obtain the core target genes of RSF in HCC. Gene Ontology (GO) and Kyoto Encyclopedia
of Genes and Genomes (KEGG) analyses were performed on the core targets. The network analysis
results were verified through molecular docking and molecular dynamics simulation using active
compounds and core targets.

Results:
In this study, 23 potentially active ingredients of RSF and 203 corresponding targets of the
active ingredients were mined, and 4594 HCC-related target genes were finally identified. Thereinto,
quercetin, luteolin, formononetin, and 8-isopentenyl-kaempferol were predicted to be the core targets,
and 61 core targets such as TP53, JUN, HSP90AA1, AKT1, MAPK1, RELA, TNF, and ESR1
were further screened through PPI network analysis. GO enrichment and KEGG pathway analysis
revealed that the treatment of HCC with RSF mainly involved the receptor signaling pathway of
vascular endothelial growth factor, cytoplasm, protein domain specific binding, and other biological
processes. Signaling pathways included pathways in cancer, Hepatitis B, IL-17 signaling pathway,
etc. Molecular docking and molecular dynamics simulations validated the above results.

Conclusion:
This study elucidated the potential mechanism of RSF in the HCC treatment through
network pharmacology, molecular docking, and molecular dynamics simulation, thereby offering
valuable insights for future clinical investigations.