bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Dermoscopic features of subcorneal hematoma on the palms and soles: differences from acral melanoma
Authors: Won Sang-Hyeon , Seong Jeongwu , Lee Jungsoo , Shin Kihyuk , Kim Hoon-Soo , Ko Hyun-Chang , Kim Byung-Soo , Kim Moon-Bum 
Published: July 2023

Abstract
Background
The diagnosis of subcorneal hematoma (SH) can be challenging because the clinical presentation of SH can resemble melanocytic lesions. Few studies have examined the characteristic dermoscopic features of SH, but a more detailed large-scale study is needed to overcome the diagnostic challenge of differentiating it from acral melanoma.
Objectives
To describe the dermoscopic features of SH.
Methods
We evaluated the clinical and dermoscopic features of 50 SH lesions from 43 patients at the Pusan National University Hospitals (Busan and Yangsan).
Results
In the color analysis, 86% of cases showed the bruise color sign; 7 cases had a single color (red to purple: 2; black: 1; brown: 4). Typical dermoscopic features of SH, acral nevi, and acral melanoma-associated patterns were observed in 60%, 0%, and 72% of lesions, respectively. Hematoma-associated patterns were homogenously red to black with or without satellite globules (32%) and pebbles on the ridges (28%). Acral melanoma-associated patterns showed a parallel ridge pattern (PRP) (52%), irregular dots and globules (50%), polychromia (34%), asymmetry (24%), irregular blotches (10%), and ulcers (10%). No case showed blue-white veils, regression structures, atypical vascular patterns, or irregular fibrillar patterns. The bruise color sign was positive in most cases with acral melanoma-associated patterns(88.9%).
Conclusions
This study revealed the positive (bruise color sign, distinct PRP, and polychromia) and negative (blue-white veil, regression structures, atypical vascular pattern, and irregular fibrillar pattern) dermoscopic features of SH. Cases that are ambiguous between SH and acral melanoma can be distinguished based on these features.
Volatilome changes in brines along the spontaneous fermentation of Spanish-style cv. Chalkidiki green olives under high and low NaCl conditions
Authors: Alvanoudi Panagiota , Ordoudi Stella A. , Nakas Alexandros , Assimopoulou Andreana N. , Mantzouridou Fani Th. 
Published: July 2023

Abstract

Table olives are essential components of the Mediterranean diet and their consumption is constantly spreading worldwide. However, as there are special concerns regarding their contribution to salt intake, there is a trend to reformulate traditional products via safe interventions. The present work systematically examines the profile of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) in brines during spontaneous fermentation of Spanish-style cv. Chalkidiki green table olives under high (8% w/v) and 50% lower NaCl content using selected combinations of chloride salts (NaCl, KCl, CaCl2) in pilot-scale for two consecutive periods. VOCs were determined by headspace solid-phase microextraction coupled with gas chromatography-mass spectrometry. Changes in population of the dominant microbial groups, pH and titratable acidity values were also investigated using appropriate methods. A total of 56 VOCs were identified, including acids, alcohols, carbonyls, esters, and phenols. A volatilomic approach through multivariate data analysis allowed to explore the links between volatile metabolites, microbial groups and fermentation stages under different NaCl conditions. The evolution of propanoic acid and 2-butanol was intriguing for monitoring a fermentation dominated by lactic acid bacteria under low NaCl conditions, while 3-methyl-1-butanol was indicative of yeast prevalence, arising from seasonal variation and/or high NaCl processing. Furthermore, a sharply increased content of acetic acid at a late stage of fermentation was typical in low NaCl brines. The comprehensive results aided to systematically evaluate the volatile variation in high/low NaCl content brines throughout spontaneous fermentation of Spanish-style cv. Chalkidiki olives and could be beneficial for marker-assisted monitoring of the fermentation processes in the future.
A Unified LOD Model for River Network and DEM Based on an Improved 3D_DP Algorithm
Authors: Dou Shiqing , Wang Han , Xu Yong , Deng Yuanxiang , Zhang Wenjie , Zhang Weidong 
Published: July 2023

Abstract
At present, the LOD modelling of vector and terrain data is individual, resulting in geometric and topological inconsistencies in simplification processes. This study proposes the "Bending Adjustment Index (BAI)" to improve the 3D_DP algorithm, called the improved 3D_DP algorithm, and putsforward a new unified LOD model for river network and DEM in three-dimensional space. The DEM data is extracted into a 3D discrete point dataset, the river line vector data is also converted into a discrete point dataset, assigned with elevation attributes, and merges with the DEM’s 3D discrete points. The merged point dataset issequenced based on the importance of each point, which is computed by the improved 3D_DP algorithm. The order of deleting points is determined by the sequence and the corresponding model spatial errors arecalculated with the deletion ofpoints. Then, the DEM’s 3D discrete points are constructed a Delaunay network with the river line as a mandatory constraint condition. The required triangulation is called in real time with the change of sight distance depending on the simple correspondence between screen projection error and model space error, and the unified LOD model for river line vector and DEM is established. The results show that the river's overall shape and the t errain's main features can be reserved under the same simplified factor based on the BAI improved 3D_DP algorithm. The unified LOD model for the river network and DEM is feasible under the importance sequence of merged point dataset by the improved 3D_DP algorithm. Under the proper operation of data blocking, the rendering frame rate can meet practical application requirements.
Recombinant growth arrest-specific protein 6 protects the blood–brain barrier by regulating microglia polarization via the GAS6/Axl/SOCS pathway in post-stroke hemorrhagic transformation model
Authors: Liu Jie , He Qian-Yan , Zhang Dian-Hui , Zhou Sheng-Yu , Sun Ying-Ying , Zhao Ruo-Yu , Pang Shu-Yan , Zhang Peng , Yang Yi , Guo Zhen-Ni 
Published: July 2023

Abstract
Background Blood–brain barrier (BBB) disruption is the primary cause of hemorrhagic transformation (HT) after ischemic stroke (IS). Axl is well-known as an essential innate immune regulator in macrophages. Our previous study have reported a negative association between serum Axl level and HT risk in patients after tPA thrombolysis, however, the underlying mechanism remains unclear. The present study was designed to investigate whether Axl activation could suppress BBB disruption and reduce HT in post-stroke HT model and the underlying mechanism.Methods and Results In vivo, the post-stroke HT model was established by an injection of 50% glucose and middle cerebral artery occlusion and reperfusion (MCAO/R) surgery 15min later in rats. Recombinant growth arrest-specific protein 6 (rGAS6) and R428 were injected as Axl-specific agonists and antagonists. Neurobehavioral deficits, infarction and hemorrhage volumes, brain edema, and the degree of BBB disruption were assessed. The expressions of GAS6, Axl, and suppressor of cytokine signaling (SOCS) pathway were measured. And the polarization states of microglia and the levels of inflammatory cytokines were analyzed. Our results showed that rGAS6 significantly improved neurological deficits, decreased infarct and hemorrhage volumes, alleviated brain edema and BBB disruption. Additionally, enhanced M2 polarization of microglia and a reduction in the inflammatory response were observed. Mechanism investigations suggested that rGAS6 upregulated Axl phosphorylation and the expressions of SOCS1/3. However, R428 injection abrogated the neuroprotection caused by rGAS6. The in vitro studies further supported the data of in vivo experiments, that rGAS6 treatment enhanced M2 polarization of microglia after oxygen and glucose deprivation/reoxygenation (OGD/R) stimulation via activating GAS6/Axl/SOCS1/3 pathway, which then influenced endothelial cell function.Conclusions Consequently, these data suggested that rGAS6 can protect BBB function and attenuate HT by enhancing microglial M2 polarization through activation of GAS6/Axl/SOCS signaling, and thus support rGAS6 as an effective immune modulator for the clinical prevention and treatment of IS-induced HT.
Analysis of cumulative live birth rate outcomes of three controlled ovarian hyperstimulation protocols in patients with diminished ovarian reserve following laparoscopic cystectomy of ovarial endometrioma: A retrospective cohort study
Authors: Li Jiaheng , Li Yijiang , Li Mengnuo , Zhao Xianling , Zheng Wei , Zhang Junwei , Zhang Yuchao , Li Jing , Guan Yichun 
Published: July 2023

Abstract
Background:To compare the assisted reproductive outcomes of gonadotropin (Gn)-releasing hormone (GnRH) antagonist, microstimulation, and progestin-primed ovarian stimulation (PPOS) protocols in patients with diminished ovarian reserve (DOR) following laparoscopic cystectomy of ovarial endometrioma.
Methods:In this retrospective cohort study, 89 patients with DOR who had undergone in vitro fertilisation/intracytoplasmic sperm injection at the Department of Reproductive Medicine at the Third Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University from 1 January 2018 to 31 December 2020 were included. According to the controlled ovarian hyperstimulation protocols employed, the patients were divided into GnRH antagonist (38 patients), PPOS (27 patients), and microstimulation (24 patients) groups. The basic data and clinical outcomes of the three groups were compared. The main outcome measure was the cumulative live birth rate.
Results:No significant differences in the age of the female patients and their spouses and female patients’ body mass index and basal endocrine levels (follicle-stimulating hormone and oestradiol) were noted among the three groups (P > 0.05). The GnRH antagonist group had higher antral follicle counts, greater endometrial thickness on the human chorionic Gn injection day, greater number of oocytes retrieved, and higher two pronuclear embryo counts than did the other two groups. However, the starting dosage of Gn was lower in the GnRH antagonist group than in the other two groups. The microstimulation group had a significantly higher oocyte output rate and high-quality embryo rate than did the other two groups (P < 0.05). No significant differences in the total dosage of Gn, cumulative pregnancy rate, cumulative live birth rate, viable embryo rate, and blastocyst formation rate were observed among the three groups (P > 0.05).
Conclusion: For patients aged under 40 years who experienced DOR following laparoscopic cystectomy of ovarial endometrioma, the clinical outcomes of the three controlled ovarian hyperstimulation protocols were similar. However, the cumulative live birth rate was higher in the GnRH antagonist and PPOS groups than in the microstimulation group.
Effects of climate change and variability on thermal regime and dissolved oxygen resources of oligotrophic lakes in the Adirondack Mountain region
Authors: Bukaveckas Paul A. , Buikema Liz , Stewart Caitlin 
Published: July 2023

Abstract
An analysis of multi-decadal (1994-2021) temperature and dissolved oxygen profiles revealed a generally consistent pattern of response to climate change and variability among oligotrophic lakes in the Adirondack Mountain region. Regional increases in annual average air temperature (0.34 ± 0.09 oC per decade) were accompanied by warming and thinning of epilimnia, cooling and expansion of hypolimnia, and declining hypolimnetic dissolved oxygen. Lakes in this region are recovering from acidification and we hypothesize that associated increases in dissolved color have caused greater heat trapping in the surface layer and earlier onset of stratification. The combined effects of increasing air temperature and declining water clarity resulted in stronger thermal stratification and greater cumulative oxygen depletion in bottom waters. Lake bathymetry was a key variable determining the sensitivity of lakes to climate effects on oxygen resources. Lakes with thin hypolimnia exhibited low dissolved oxygen concentrations, which were exacerbated by strengthening of vertical temperature gradients and earlier onset of stratification. Photic depths are decreasing faster than mixing depths such that declines in photosynthesis may contribute to lower dissolved oxygen in deeper layers. We predict that with climate warming fewer Adirondack lakes will provide suitable habitat for cold water fisheries such as brook trout due to decreasing hypolimnetic oxygen.
Transindividual Equations/Matrices
Authors: Porter Zander 
Published: July 2023

This writing (thinking-feeling) unfolds (an articulation of) contemporary (dis)embodiment through specified glances at the "(post-)internet,” schizoid relationality, and network/device/identity matrices. Technogenetic (and hormonal) play and transductions for transindividuality on the transparency-obfuscation (or personality/anonymity) binaries arrive as psychotherapeutics for symphonic moving-sensing-feeling-thinking-communicating in a potentiated post-neoliberal matrix (networking). Generated is a set of direction-possibilities for a post-internet-bodied world consumed by a hegemony of individualizations and self-captures, desiring instead towards queerer ceremonies and telepathic forms of (care-)presence/therapy for being-together-alone (individuation). The concurrent/included choreographic and research-artistic work 3M0T1NG{n3tw0rk1ng} peeks into a technogenetic xeno-spacetime containing relating (meta-)selves.
Hydrochemical evaluation of spring's water in Mila Wilaya, North-East Algeria
Authors: Lynda Chebbah , Abdesselem Kabour 
Published: July 2023

Abstract

Springs are natural outflows of groundwater to the surface, enabling to understand the processes of their mineralization; contact with rocks modifies their chemical composition, a combination that is expressed in hydrochemical facies, which are classified into several types. Knowledge of the spatial distribution and chemical composition of spring waters is essential for a good understanding of the hydrodynamisms and hydrogeology of a given region. The mountains bordering the town of Mila are home to a number of groundwater springs, 25 of which are the subject of this study. They were sampled, then analysed at the ADE Mila (Algerian Water Company) laboratory in 2021, and their hydrochemical properties were determined. Geologically, the area hosting these springs belongs to the Tellian domain, the eastern segment of the Maghreb chain, which represents the alpine range of North Africa. Comparison of the water quality of these springs with Algerian and WHO (World Health Organization) drinkable standards has enabled most samples to be classified as soft or moderately hard water, with the dominant facies HCO3-–Ca2+–Mg2+ and Cl−–SO42-–Ca2+–Mg2+. In these waters, the main factors controlling hydrochemical composition are water–rock interactions, and rainwater contribution.
Remote sensing and GIS-based watershed prioritization for land and water conservation planning and management
Authors: Singh Mahesh Chand , Satpute Sanjay , Prasad Vishnu 
Published: July 2023

AbstractIdentifying the most critical sub-watershed or reservoir catchment in relation to water spread, pattern of soil erosion and aquifer recharge in a basin can be highly useful for implementing conservation measures. Thus, a study was undertaken to (i) review the various parameters used in watershed morphometric analysis with their appropriate mathematical expressions, (ii) discuss their importance in watershed prioritization and conservation planning, (iii) formulate mathematical relationship between important morphometric parameters, and (iv) discuss the different tools and techniques used for sub-watershed prioritization. All the morphometric parameters are important for hydrologic characterization and watershed prioritization. However, some of them are highly significant for better understanding of the watershed drainage network, geometry, drainage texture and relief parameters. The smaller values of shape parameters viz. form factor (Ff &lt; 0.78), elongation ratio (Re &lt; 0.80) and circularity ratio (Rc &lt; 0.50) indicate a basin having elongated shape and flatter peak for extended period and permit a greater soil erosion/loss as these are inversely related with erodibility. Whereas, the greater values of Ff (&gt;0.78), Re (&gt;0.80) and Rc (&gt;0.50) indicate a basin having circular shape and higher peak for smaller period. The higher values of drainage density (Dd &gt; 0.60), drainage texture (Dt &gt; 0.6) and stream frequency (Fs &gt; 10) also indicate higher erosion due to their direct relationship with erodibility. As per this review, watersheds can be prioritized by several techniques including morphometric analysis, LULC change analysis and soil loss estimation. However, the morphometric analysis-based watershed prioritization is found to be laborious and time consuming as it involves numerous parameters, and hence can be replaced by modern data reduction methods like principal component analysis (PCA) using suitable software's like R, SPSS and XLSTAT. Thus, geospatial techniques-based catchment/watershed prioritization supported with an appropriate data dimension reduction technique (e.g. PCA) would be highly significant for planning conservation measures and management in a watershed.'
Pride and Prejudice: What Influences Australians’ Attitudes towards Changing the Date of Australia Day?
Authors: Mortimer-Royle Eliza , Webb Stephanie , McLinton Sarven , Watkins Michael , Clark Yvonne 
Published: July 2023

Australia Day, celebrated on January 26, is rooted in Australia’s
colonial history and causes pain for many of Australia’s First Peoples.
This study was the first to investigate predictors of Australians’
attitudes towards the date, whilst exploring whether intervention may
improve attitudes towards a date-change. An Australian community sample
( N=559) were recruited through social media for an anonymous survey.
Participants indicated their support for date-change, and responded to a
variety of demographic (e.g., Age) and sociodemographic (e.g., Racism)
questions, then being randomly allocated to an intervention statement,
indicating their final attitudes post-intervention. Findings suggest
sociodemographic factors were more important predictors than
demographics, with Racism ( β =.50***), Traditionalism ( β
=.18**), Patriotism ( β =.13*) and Age ( β =.10*)
significantly predicting participants’ date-change resistance. Racism
demonstrated the most predictive strength, underscoring the importance
of a date-change, with those open to change often identifying any
alternative date should not offend First Peoples. In addition,
intervention produced significant improvement in participants’
date-change attitudes, among those able to become more open to a
date-change; however, differences were not present between intervention
conditions. This illuminates the factors predicting Australians’
attitudes towards Australia Day, whilst demonstrating a potential path
towards date-change through intervention.

If you wish to learn more about this study, please contact the
primary author
at morea005@mymail.unisa.edu.au.
Formation and properties of cross-linked polyacrylamide hydrogels with cds nanoparticles
Authors:   Lviv Polytechnic National University, Shevchuk O. M. , Bukartyk N. M. ,   Lviv Polytechnic National University, Chobit M. R. ,   Lviv Polytechnic National University, Pomyluiko O. P. ,   Lviv Polytechnic National University, Tokarev V. S. ,   Lviv Polytechnic National University
Published: July 2023

The new method of obtaining nanocomposite hydrogels with embedded mineral nanoparticles has been proposed. CdS nanoparticles have been synthesized in situ in hydrogel matrix based on the copolymer of acrylamide and acrylic acid under the conditions of diffusion fluxes of Cd2+ та S2- structure-forming ions. The formation of CdS nanoparticles in polymeric matrix has been approved by the methods of XRD, energy- dispersive analysis, UV-spectroscopy. The influence of the content of polymer matrix onto physico- mechanical properties of hydrogel has been studied.
Meningkatkan Hasil Belajar Melalui Model Talking Stick Pada Pembelajaran Seni Tari di Kelas VIII SMP Negeri 4 Payakumbuh
Authors: Febrina Winda , Yuliasma  
Published: July 2023

Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk mengetahui dan mendeskripsikan peningkatan hasil belajar seni tari siswa dengan model Talking Stick di Kelas VIII SMPN 4 Payakumbuh. Jenis penelitian ini adalah penelitian tindakan kelas yang yang tergolong pada penelitian kualitatif. Instrumen penelitian ini adalah peneliti sendiri dan dibantu dengan instrumen pendukung berupa tes tertulis (kognitif). Penelitian ini memakai 2 siklus, yang terdiri dari perencanaan, pelaksanaan, pengamatan dan refleksi. Data dianalisis dengan menggunakan rumus presentase. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa penggunaan model talking stick dalam pembelajaran seni tari dapat meningkatkan hasil belajar sehingga mampu meningkatkan hasil belajar siswa. Pelaksanaan pembelajaran siklus I belum berhasil dengan baik karena masih banyak siswa yang kurang serius dalam belajar, untuk itu pembelajaran dilanjutkan pada siklus II. Pelaksanaan pembelajaran siklus II sudah terlaksana dengan baik. Kegiatan pada masing-masing tahap hampir semuanya terlaksana, siswa giat belajar dan aktif dalam pembelajaran sehingga hasil belajar siswa mengalami peningkatan. Rata-rata hasil belajar tes tertulis siswa pada siklus I adalah 58.82%, kemudian hasil belajar tes tertulis siswa pada siklus II menjadi 85,29%. Berdasarkan analisis data dan pembahasan maka terdapat peningkatan hasil belajar siswa dengan menerapkan model talking stick pada pembelajaran seni tari.
Pelaksanaan Pembelajaran Seni Budaya Materi Musik Tradisional (Talempong Pacik) Pada Kelas X MIPA 1 di SMA Pertiwi 1 Padang
Authors: Lestari Aisyah , Hadi Harisnal 
Published: July 2023

Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk mengetahui dan mendeskripsikan proses pelaksanaan pembelajaran musik talempong pacik di kelas X IPA-1SMA Pertiwi 1 Padang. Jenis penelitian ini adalah penelitian kualitatif dengan menggunakan metode deskriptif. Instrumen penelitian ini adalah peneliti sendiri alat tulis dan kamera. Teknik pengumpulan data dilakukan melalui observasi, wawancara dan dokumentasi. Langkah-langkah menganalisis data adalah mengklasifikasi data, mengklarifikasi data, menganalisis data, mendeskripsikan data dan menyimpulkan data. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa perencanakan pembelajaran tidak sesuai dengan RPP yang sudah direncanakan di karenakan alat peraga pembelajaran yang disediakan oleh sekolah kurang memadai dalam pembelajaran dan guru juga terlihat kekurangan waktu dalam kegiatan pembelajaran serta dalam pembelajaran lebih ke metode ceramah guru terbatas dalam penggunaan alat peraga dan keterbatasan waktu dalam kegiatan praktek sehingga pembelajaran musik talempong pacik tidak dapat di praktekkan secara tuntas. Proses pembelajaran belum sepenuhnya mendapatkan hasil belajar yang memuaskan, guru terbatas dalam penggunaan alat peraga dan keterbatasan waktu dalam kegiatan praktek, guru terus berupaya memberikan nilai yang terbaik kepada peserta didik, agar peserta didik terus bersemangat dalam proses kegiatan pembelajaran, peserta didik masih terlihat kaku dalam melakukan kegiatan pembelajaran termasuk dalam proses kegiatan praktek pembelajar musik tradisional, sehingga masih banyak nilai peserta didik di bawah KKM, dan selebihnya hanya mecapai batasan KKM. Maka diketahui bahwa peserta didik belum mendapatkan hasil nilai yang maksimal.