bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Papillary Thyroid Microcarcinoma: Insights from a Cohort of 257
Thyroidectomized Patients
Authors: Scherer Henrique Cabral , Fernandes Paula Martins , Scheffel Rafael Selbach , Zanella André Borsatto , Maia Ana Luiza , Dora Jose Miguel 
Published: February 2023

AbstractPapillary thyroid microcarcinoma management evolved, and less aggressive
strategies are now considered. Questions, however, remain on these
tumors’ behavior, particularly on developing countries' real
ground healthcare scenarios. Our aim is to gather insights on the natural
history of papillary thyroid microcarcinoma on patients treated with
thyroidectomy in Brazil. Consecutive patients diagnosed with papillary thyroid
microcarcinoma had their clinical characteristics, interventions, and outcomes
described. Patients were classified as incidental or nonincidental based on the
diagnosis after or before surgery, respectively. A sum of 257 patients were
included, 84.0% of which were women, and the mean age was of
48.3±13.5 years. The mean tumor size was of
0.68±0.26 cm, 30.4% were multifocal, 24.5% had
cervical metastasis, and 0.4% distant metastasis. The nonincidental and
incidental tumors differed in tumor size (0.72±0.24 and
0.60±0.28 cm, respectively, p=0.003) and in presence of
cervical metastasis (31.3% and 11.9%, respectively,
p<0.001). Male sex, nonincidental diagnosis, and younger age were
independent predictors of cervical metastasis. After 5.5 years (P25–75
2.5–9.7) of follow-up, only 3.8% of patients had persistent
structural disease (3.4% cervical). Predictors of persistent disease at
multivariate analysis included cervical metastasis and multicentricity. In
conclusion, incidental and nonincidental papillary thyroid microcarcinoma
patients of the population studied displayed excellent outcomes. Cervical
metastasis and multicentricity were frequent findings and prognostic factors for
persistent disease.
Electrochemical Difunctionalization of Alkenes
Authors: Qin Jing-Hao , Li Jin-Heng , Nan Ning 
Published: February 2023

AbstractThe electrochemical alkene difunctionalization reaction has become a powerful and sustainable tool for the efficient construction of vicinal difunctionalized structures in organic synthesis. Since only electrons are used as the redox agents, electrochemical alkene difunctionalization avoids the need for additional redox catalysts, metal catalysts, or chemical oxidants and does not generate chemical waste. Herein we summarize the latest contributions in the electrochemical difunctionalization of alkenes over the last 3–4 years. We discuss in detail the reaction features, scope, limitations, and mechanistic rationalizations of three categories of alkene difunctionalization methods: (1) electrochemical alkene difunctionalization terminated by nucleophiles, (2) electrochemical difunctionalization of alkenes terminated by radicals, and (3) electrochemical alkene difunctionalization terminated by functionality migration.1	Introduction2	Electrochemical Alkene Difunctionalization Terminated by Nucleophiles2.1	Sulfonylative Difunctionalization of Alkenes2.2	Sulfurizative/Sulfoxidative Difunctionalization of Alkenes2.3	Azidotetrazolation of Alkenes2.4	Trifluoromethylative Difunctionalization of Alkenes2.5	Diarylation of Alkenes3	Electrochemical Difunctionalization of Alkenes Terminated by Radicals3.1	Direct Radical-Coupling-Enabled Alkene Difunctionalization3.2	Metal-Mediated Radical Transfer Coupling Enabled Alkene Difunctionalization3.3	Metalloid-Mediated Radical Transfer Coupling Enabled Alkene Difunctionalization4	Electrochemical Alkene Difunctionalization Terminated by Functionality Migration5	Summary and Outlook
How active are right-wing party members? Portuguese right-wing delegates, from a comparative and a General Incentives Model (GIM) perspective
Authors: do Espírito Santo Paula , Ferreira Ana Paula 
Published: February 2023

AbstractThis contribution explores the role of the incentives and benefits of party affiliation, along with the ideological reasons for being politically active, in particular as a party delegate. The rational for party affiliation and for activism has developed over recent decades, ranging from individual to collective reasons. The incentives that explain activism have been an essential part of the discussion on the reasons for becoming a party member, particularly following the seminal study on the General Incentives Model (GIM)’s, Seyd and Whiteley (1992). Later developments from Whiteley et al. (2019) provided evidence on the activism of radical political forces, as is the case of UKIP in the United Kingdom. Following the GIM framework, this study explores these themes within a Portuguese context, and from a comparative perspective. To date, investigations in this field have rarely focused on Portugal. The research question is: how do delegates view their party’s incentives and benefits, and how is this influenced by their ideological self-positioning on the left–right scale? We argue that the larger the party, the lower the members’ assessment will be of the incentives and benefits achieved. In methodological terms, this study is based on the MAPP project and surveys, applied to Portuguese political party members, including delegates from right-wing parties. The relevance of this article lies in the application of the GIM to delegates of right-wing political parties, in a comparative perspective, considering a downward trend and a Southern European country that has, to date, been little explored in this context (Sierens et al. 2022). The goal is to find evidence of how right-wing party members and delegates view the incentives and benefits that play a role in party activism.
Francium ion source with novel methods of target heating and beam characterization
Authors: Ozawa N. , Nagahama H. , Sakemi Y. 
Published: February 2023

We have developed a novel ion source and beam diagnostic system for the production and detection of radioactive francium (Fr) isotopes. The Fr ions are produced using a fusion–evaporation reaction at the RIKEN Nishina Center, Japan. The installation of an infrared heater has enabled a precise and rapid control of the target temperature, and the newly developed diagnostic system allows for a quantitative characterization of the extracted ion beam. With the new system, an analysis of the Fr208−211 isotopes has been performed. Additionally, the flux of Fr210 ions has been estimated as 6.7 × 106 s−1 corresponding to an extraction efficiency of 24.5% and a beam purity of 1.6 × 10−5.
Cspg4
high

microglia contribute to microgliosis during neurodegeneration
Authors: Liu Ya-jing , Ding Yu , Yin Yan-qing , Xiao Hui , Hu Gang , Zhou Jia-wei 
Published: February 2023

Microglia play a critical role in the pathogenic process of neurodegenerative diseases, such as Parkinson’s disease (PD) and Alzheimer’s disease (AD). Upon pathological stimulation, microglia are converted from a surveillant to an overactivated phenotype. However, the molecular characters of proliferating microglia and their contributions to the pathogenesis of neurodegeneration remain unclear. Here, we identify chondroitin sulfate proteoglycan 4 (
Cspg4,
also known as neural/glial antigen 2)-expressing microglia as a specific subset of microglia with proliferative capability during neurodegeneration. We found that the percentage of

Cspg4
+

microglia was increased in mouse models of PD. The transcriptomic analysis of

Cspg4
+

microglia revealed that the subcluster

Cspg4
high

microglia displayed a unique transcriptomic signature, which was characterized by the enrichment of orthologous cell cycle genes and a lower expression of genes responsible for neuroinflammation and phagocytosis. Their gene signatures were also distinct from that of known disease-associated microglia. The proliferation of quiescent

Cspg4
high

microglia was evoked by pathological α-synuclein. Following the transplantation in the adult brain with the depletion of endogenous microglia,

Cspg4
high

microglia grafts showed higher survival rates than their
Cspg4
−
counterparts. Consistently,

Cspg4
high

microglia were detected in the brain of AD patients and displayed the expansion in animal models of AD. These findings suggest that

Cspg4
high

microglia are one of the origins of microgliosis during neurodegeneration and may open up a avenue for the treatment of neurodegenerative diseases.
Directing smartphone use through the self-nudge app one sec
Authors: Grüning David J. , Riedel Frederik , Lorenz-Spreen Philipp 
Published: February 2023

Research suggests various associations of smartphone use with a range of physical, psychological, and performance dimensions. Here, we test one sec, a self-nudging app that is installed by the user in order to reduce the mindless use of selected target apps on the smartphone. When users attempt to open a target app of their choice, one sec interferes with a pop-up, which combines a deliberation message, friction by a short waiting time, and the option to dismiss opening the target app. In a field-experiment, we collected behavioral user data from 280 participants over 6 wk, and conducted two surveys before and after the intervention span. one sec reduced the usage of target apps in two ways. First, on average 36% of the times participants attempted opening a target app, they closed that app again after one sec interfered. Second, over the course of 6 wk, users attempted to open target apps 37% less than in the first week. In sum, one sec decreased users’ actual opening of target apps by 57% after six consecutive weeks. Afterward, participants also reported spending less time with their apps and indicated increased satisfaction with their consumption. To disentangle one sec’s effects, we tested its three psychological features in a preregistered online experiment (N = 500) that measured the consumption of real and viral social media video clips. We found that providing the additional option to dismiss the consumption attempt had the strongest effect. While the friction by time delay also reduced consumption instances, the deliberation message was not effective.
Effect of fibre orientation and stacking sequence on properties of hybrid composites
Authors: Sakib Sadman , Haque Mohammad Rejaul , Haque M. Merajul , Faruqi Farhana , Ahmed Syed Shaheer Uddin , Hasan Mahbub , Gafur M. A. 
Published: February 2023

A novel combination of Borassus Flabellifer Petiole Fibre/Palmyra Palm Petiole Fibre (PP) and Borassus Flabellifer Leaf Stalk Fibre/Palmyra Palm Leaf Stalk Fibre fibres (LS) bonded by vinyl ester is considered as the natural fibre-reinforced hybrid composites. Three-layered composites with various stacking sequences at 30 wt.% fibre loading were studied. Tensile, impact, and hardness properties exhibit increasing trend for different stacking sequences. A maximum increase of 215.8% tensile strength and 310.5% impact strength was observed in the PPLSPP (90/0/90) specimen. The water absorption percentage showed a peak value of 18% and the hardness enhancement was around 75% for the LSPPLS (90/0/90) sample. The Fourier Transform Infrared spectroscopy was performed and Scanning electron micrographs were performed to show the fibre–matrix bonding.
COOMET.PR-S11 comparison of COLOUR REFLECTED. Final report
Authors: Huriev Mykola , Hovorova Ekaterina , Shirokov Stanislav , Ivashin Eugeniy , Tarasova Olga , Leecharoen Rojana , Meric Seval , Ruoduan Sun , Górnik Sylwia , Muminbekov Bekzod , Najmutdinov Kamoliddin , Rustamov Jamol 
Published: February 2023

Main text
This report describes performing the international supplementary comparisons of the values ​​of colour coordinates and L *, a *, b * of reflecting surfaces transmitted by means of measurement standards - transfer standards from the participants of comparisons to the coordinating laboratory.
These comparisons were carried out within the framework of the regional metrological organization (RMO) "Euro-Asian Cooperation of National Metrological Institutions" (COOMET) in accordance with the COOMET 743 / UA / 18 Project.
The National Scientific Center "Institute of Metrology" (NSC "IM", Ukraine) acts as the coordinating laboratory for these comparisons.
Supplementary comparisons are aimed at determining the degree of equivalence (DoE) for the National Photometric Laboratories participating in these comparisons. The DoE shows the deviation of the color coordinates and L *, a *, b * values ​​of the reflecting surfaces obtained by the Participant from the Reference Values (RV) ​​obtained between the National Photometric Laboratories participating in these comparisons.
The comparisons will support the following CMCs from the classification of services in photometry and radiometry: color, reflection, Y, x, y,; color, reflection L *, a *, b *.
To reach the main text of this paper, click on Final Report. Note that this text is that which appears in Appendix B of the BIPM key comparison database https://www.bipm.org/kcdb/.
The final report has been peer-reviewed and approved for publication by the CCPR, according to the provisions of the CIPM Mutual Recognition Arrangement (CIPM MRA).
Optical Stern–Gerlach effect via a single traveling-wave light
Authors: Cui Haihu , Lai Wenxi 
Published: February 2023

Abstract
In this paper, we propose a simplified model of the optical Stern–Gerlach effect based on coherent coupling between the clock transition of alkaline-earth single atoms and a traveling-wave light. It is demonstrated that spin–orbit coupling-induced chiral motion in atom deflection appears under strong atom–light interaction. The strong optical driving removes the perturbation from the Doppler effect and back-action effect to access the coherent system. In this process, the superposition of distant matter waves connected to the arbitrary distribution of the atom internal state could be predicted, which is important for the realization of atom interferometry and quantum-state operation. The influence of atom relaxation and atom–atom interactions is discussed. The basic conditions for the experimental design are given at the end of this work.
The role of defects in the persistent photoconductivity of BaSnO3 thin films
Authors: Figueroa C , Villafuerte M , Straube B , Ferreyra J , Navarro C , Runco Leal V , Bridoux G 
Published: February 2023

Abstract
Time-dependent photoconductivity (PC) and PC spectra have been studied in oxygen deficient BaSnO3 thin films grown on different substrates. X-ray spectroscopy measurements show that the films have epitaxially grown on MgO and SrTiO3 substrates. While on MgO the films are nearly unstrained, on SrTiO3 the resulting film is compressive strained in the plane. Electrical conductivity in dark is increased in one order of magnitude for the films on SrTiO3 in comparison to the one on MgO. This leads to an increase of PC in the latter film in at least one order of magnitude. PC spectra show a direct gap with a value of

E

G

=
3.9

eV for the film grown on MgO while on SrTiO3

E

G

=
3.36

eV. For both type of films, time-dependent PC curves show a persistent behavior after illumination is removed. These curves have been fitted employing an analytical procedure based on the frame of PC as a transmission phenomenon showing the relevant role of donor and acceptor defects as carrier traps and as a source of carriers. This model also suggests that in the BaSnO3 film on SrTiO3 more defects are created probably due to strain. This latter effect can also explain the different transition values obtained for both type of films.
Dynamic data reconciliation to enhance the performance of model free adaptive control
Authors: Xia Tao , Zhang Zhengjiang , Hong Zhihui , Huang Shipei 
Published: February 2023

Abstract
As a novel data-driven control method, model-free adaptive control (MFAC) has a high requirement for the accuracy of the feedback signal. However, the sensor used to obtain the output inevitably contains measurement noise due to its own error or external interference, which may lead to an adverse effect on the control performance. The dynamic data reconciliation (DDR) is proposed and combined with MFAC to improve the control performance in this paper, which uses predicted output and measured data to suppress measurement noise considering Gaussian and non-Gaussian distributed measurement noise. The effectiveness of the DDR combined with MFAC (DDR-MFAC) is illustrated in the single-input single-output and multiple-input multiple-output systems with Gaussian and non-Gaussian distributed measurement noise. DDR-MFAC is also successfully applied to DC–AC converter, which improves its conversion precision.
Recent advances in MOF-bio-interface: a review
Authors: Li Yingfeng , Wang Ru , Liu Xue , Li Ke , Xu Qing 
Published: February 2023

Abstract
Metal-organic frameworks (MOFs), as a class of promising material with adjustable function and controllable structure, have been widely used in the food industry, chemical industry, biological medicine, and sensors. Biomacromolecules and living systems play a critical role in the world. However, the insufficiency in stability, recyclability, and efficiency, significantly impedes their further utilization in slightly harsh conditions. MOF-bio-interface engineering effectively address the above-mentioned shortages of biomacromolecules and living systems, and thereby attracting considerable attentions. Herein, we systematically review the achievements in the area of MOF-bio-interface. In particular, we summarize the interface between MOFs and proteins (enzymes and non-enzymatic proteins), polysaccharides, DNA, cells, microbes, and viruses. Meanwhile, we discuss the limitations of this approach and propose future research directions. We expect that this review could provide new insights and inspire new research efforts towards life science and material science.
A novel CVD graphene-based synaptic transistors with ionic liquid gate
Authors: Feng Xin , Qiao Lei , Huang Jingjing , Ning Jing , Wang Dong , Zhang Jincheng , Hao Yue 
Published: February 2023

Abstract
The synaptic devices based on various electronic materials have been widely investigated to realize functions of artificial information processing with low power consumption. In this work, a novel CVD graphene field-effect transistor is fabricated with ionic liquid gate to study the synaptic behaviors based on the electrical-double-layer mechanism. It is found that the excitative current is enhanced with the pulse width, voltage amplitude and frequency. With different situations of the applied pulse voltage, the inhibitory and excitatory behaviors are successfully simulated, at the same time the short-term memory is also realized. The corresponding ions migration and charge density variation are analyzed in the different time segments. This work provides the guidance for the design of artificial synaptic electronics with ionic liquid gate for low-power computing application.
Electron-impact state-to-state cross sections and rate coefficients for X(ν)→B(ν′) excitation of LiH molecule
Authors: Celiberto R , Laricchiuta A 
Published: February 2023

AbstractElectron-impact cross sections for thev→v′transitions between the vibrational levels ofX1Σ+and the excitedB1Πelectronic states of LiH molecule, are calculated from threshold to 1000 eV by using thethreshold-modified Mott–Massey approximation. Cross sections for the dissociative process, occurring through the excitation to the continuum spectrum of the vibrational levels of theBstate, are also obtained. Maxwellian rate coefficients for the correspondingbound−to−boundandbound−to−continuumtransitions are presented in the temperature range of 0.1–10 000 eV. Finally, scaling relationships for both thev−v′cross section and rate coefficients are derived in order to represent the calculated quantities in a compact analytic form.
Design and analysis of a d15 mode piezoelectric energy generator using friction-induced vibration
Authors: Xiao Yu , Karnaoukh Sviatoslaw , Wu Nan 
Published: February 2023

Abstract
Research works have been conducted on transverse and longitudinal mode piezoelectric energy generation to collect energy from ambient vibrations. However, the inconsistency with the frequency of the energy source and low output power density remain problems for high energy output. In this work, we propose a shear mode piezoelectric energy generator, which utilizes the friction-induced vibration (FIV) and high shear mode piezoelectric coefficient to improve the energy output. A piezoelectric coupled FIV mathematical model is developed to accurately calculate the dynamic vibration response and voltage output. The dynamic voltage response is validated by experiment, and it proves the possibility of continuous friction-induced high-frequency vibration. The energy generation process is evaluated by transient charging simulation of a storage capacitor through an iteration process, which was experimentally validated in the literature. Parameter studies have been conducted to investigate the influences of the piezoelectric patch dimensional parameters, vibration system parameters, friction model parameters, methods of electrical connections, and different piezoelectric materials on the energy generation performance to provide guidance for better design. Under ideal experiment conditions with proper parameters, a volume of

6.25
×

10

−
8

m3 PZT4 piezoelectric material indicates root mean square (RMS) charging power density of

5.38
×

10
3

Wm−3 and

4.70
×

10
3

Wm−3 with electrically in parallel and electrically in series, respectively. While using the same amount of material and structural setup, the single crystal PMN-PT piezoelectric material shows RMS charging power density of

2.72
×

10
4

Wm−3 and

2.58
×

10
4

Wm−3 with electrically in parallel and electrically in series, correspondingly. These promising results demonstrate that close to W-level RMS charging power output may be realized by structure optimization of energy generator design and incorporating multiple generators together for operation. Possible incorporation into vehicle braking systems can be considered to utilize the wasted friction energy, and it may offer an energy supply for low-power wireless devices.
Effective pressure sensor using the parity-time symmetric photonic crystal
Authors: Zaky Zaky A , Al-Dossari M , Sharma Arvind , Aly Arafa H 
Published: February 2023

Abstract
Monitoring the variations in pressure, distribution, and the magnitude of the emitted gases at the ground surface is very important in different applications. Because of the parity-time symmetric mechanism, a novel one-dimensional photonic crystal as a pressure sensor is proposed. The transmittance spectra are calculated and analyzed using the transfer matrix method. The parity-time symmetric property amplifies the transmittance of the defect mode and gives an additional hand to enhance the magnification and performance of the sensor. The optimum conditions are the normal angle of incidence, defect layer thickness of 1400 nm, the porosity of the porous silicon layer of 80%, and macroscopic Lorentz oscillation intensity of 5 × 10-4. The results show that the position and amplitude sensitivities are 4.9 nm GPa−1 and 1844%/GPa. That means in such sensors, by altering pressure, the desired value of magnified transmittance and sensitivity can be achieved as required according to the optical communication devices. Therefore, the proposed device performs better with high precision and accuracy. Consequently, it is much more helpful in optical communication and optoelectronic devices.