bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Effect of Jigsaw and Team Pair‐Solo cooperative learning strategies on interest in Basic Science of primary school children with visual impairment
Authors: Nnamani Ogechi , Hadebe‐Ndlovu Blanche Ntombizodwa , Okeke Chinedu I. , Ede Moses Onyemaechi 
Published: January 2023

AbstractThis study investigated the effect of the Jigsaw and Team‐Pair Solo cooperative learning strategies on interest in Basic Science of primary school children with visual impairment. This is a pretest–posttest control group with a follow‐up design study. A total of 56 students in Enugu State of Nigeria were randomized into one of two groups, n = 27 (male: n = 18; female: n = 9) for the treatment group and n = 29 for the control group (male: n = 20; female: n = 9). A Learner's Interest Rating Scale was used as an outcome measure. The results showed that there was a significant difference in the interest of students with visual impairment exposed to intervention strategies and those exposed to conventional‐lecture strategy in favor of those exposed to intervention strategies. This concluded that Jigsaw and Team Pair‐Solo cooperative learning strategies are effective treatment strategies that enhance the interest of students with visual impairment in Basic Science.
Perfectionism, intolerance of uncertainty and coping in relation to fear of cancer recurrence in breast cancer patients
Authors: Blom Mariska , Guicherit Onno R. , Hoogwegt Madelein T. 
Published: January 2023

AbstractObjectiveImproved medical treatment has led to an increased cohort of cancer survivors. The prevalence of emotional problems in this group is high, with fear of cancer recurrence (FCR) being among the most prevalent and distressing conditions. In order to gain more insight in the psychological mechanisms playing a role in levels of FCR, this study examined the relationship between perfectionism and FCR in breast cancer patients, as well as the mediating role of intolerance of uncertainty (IU) and coping in this relationship. In order to contribute to a more comprehensive understanding of the mechanisms related to the experience of FCR in breast cancer patients, the purpose of the present study is to investigate the relationship between perfectionism and FCR, with IU and coping strategies as possible mediating factors.MethodsValidated Dutch versions of the FCR Inventory, the Multidimensional Perfectionism Scale, the Intolerance of Uncertainty Scale and the Utrechtse Coping List were filled out by 146 breast cancer patients, at least one year after (finishing) medical treatment. Correlation analyses were conducted to administer the associations between FCR, perfectionism, IU, coping and demographic/medical variables. PROCESS was used to examine mediation mechanisms.ResultsA significant correlation was found between perfectionism and FCR (r = 0.19, p = 0.024). IU was found to mediate the relationship between perfectionism and FCR. In contrast, coping style did not emerge as a significant mediating factor.ConclusionsThis study shows that intolerance of uncertainty mediates the relationship between perfectionism and FCR. Psychological interventions targeting FCR may benefit from incorporating specific modules on dealing with uncertainty. Future research is necessary to further increase understanding of the mechanisms that play a role in FCR, in order to optimize and personalize psychological treatment for cancer patients with this type of emotional distress.
The importance of botanic gardens for global change research—New insights into Cambridge's hidden truffle kingdom
Authors: Centenaro Giada , Glover Beverley J. , Piermattei Alma , Thomas Paul W. , Čejka Tomáš , Büntgen Ulf 
Published: January 2023

Social Impact StatementBotanic gardens offer unique opportunities for unravelling responses of plant life to climate change. Despite investigations into their aboveground sphere, the belowground realm is usually neglected. Cambridge University Botanic Garden now illuminates the hidden world of one of the most sought‐after culinary delicacies—the Burgundy truffle. The garden's plant diversity, the serendipity of a truffle dog, and our curiosity‐driven research agenda reveal insights into 278 truffle fruitbodies that grew symbiotically with an unusually high number of host species. Our study reinforces the power of botanic gardens to disentangle ecosystem processes and emphasizes the proximity of scientific and public interests in truffles.
Impulse oscillometry in preschool children with persistent asthma can predict spirometry at school age
Authors: Grell Alberto Vidal , Vera Ramiro González , Yarur Alejandra Méndez , Castro‐Rodriguez Jose A. , Montenegro María Angélica Palomino , Colodro Oscar Fielbaum , Elías Selim Abara , Bentjerodt Mónica Saavedra , Poblete Jorge Mackenney 
Published: January 2023

AbstractBackgroundLung function in children with persistent asthma may be impaired during preschool and school ages. The aim of this study was to describe if some preschool impulse oscillometry (IOS) parameters are related to spirometry alterations on reaching school age.MethodsIn 66 diagnosed with persistent asthma, an IOS was performed at entrance and followed‐up to school age where a spirometry was done.ResultsThe mean age was 4.9 years at the first evaluation and 7.9 years at the second evaluation, and 59.1% were male. During preschool, R5, R20, Fres, AX, and D5−20 were found to have diagnostic accuracy (area under the curve > 0.7) for predicting abnormal spirometry during school age (defined as FEV1 and/or FEV/FVC and/or FVC values below the lower limit of normality according to Quanjer predictive values). AX, D5−20, and R5 had the best LR+ to increase the probability of abnormal spirometry (50, 10, and 7.1, respectively). R20, R5, and AX was the best IOS parameters for discriminating bronchodilator response (BDR) in schoolchildren (LR+ = 3.4, 2.9, and 2.8, respectively).ConclusionThe findings of this study indicate that some IOS parameters between 3 and 5 years of age are useful for predicting abnormal spirometry and BDR at school age.
Unusual presentation of alveolar capillary dysplasia with misalignment of the pulmonary veins in a child with respiratory syncytial virus pneumonia: A case report
Authors: Sirianansopa Kantisa , Prasertsan Pharsai , Ruangnapa Kanokpan , Saelim Kantara , Kor‐anantakul Phawin 
Published: January 2023

AbstractAlveolar capillary dysplasia with misalignment of the pulmonary veins (ACDMPV) is a rare congenital diffuse lung disorder, with a fatal course during the neonatal period. We describe an 18‐month‐old boy who presented with respiratory syncytial virus pneumonia and pulmonary hypertensive crisis requiring extracorporeal membrane oxygenation. Exome sequencing revealed a FOXF1 frameshift variant, NM_001451.2:c.995_998delACTC, inherited from his asymptomatic mother. Genetic findings were compatible with histopathology findings from a lung biopsy. Based on the disease course, histopathology, and outcomes of this case, we believe ACDMPV should be considered a possibility in an infant presenting with hypoxemic respiratory failure, resistant pulmonary hypertension, and vasodilator‐induced pulmonary edema. Genetic testing can contribute to the diagnostic process.
CFD analysis of environmentally friendly wave mitigation measures in river waterways
Authors: Preuß Julia , Fleit Gábor , Baranya Sándor 
Published: January 2023

AbstractThe impacts of navigation on the hydromorphological and ecological conditions of rivers are manifold. Most of the relevant effects can be linked to ship‐induced waves, which temporarily alter the prevailing flow conditions. The impacts of waves are usually the highest in the shallower (littoral) zones, where the whole water column is affected by the increased flow velocities. The mitigation of these effects is desired to improve ecological conditions as well as prevent bank erosion processes. In this study, a numerical modeling‐based methodology is presented for the quantitative evaluation of environmentally friendly wave mitigation measures (inspired by already existing examples). The hydrodynamic effects of a timber piling‐type and gravel bar‐type breakwater is analyzed via the modeling framework through a case study in a Hungarian section of the Danube River. In addition, an ecohydraulic case study is presented for the predictive drift risk evaluation of juvenile fish (common nase). The prevailing flow velocities in the near‐bank area were in the limits of the swimming capabilities of the nase, showing the relevance of the impact and the need for its mitigation. The statistical evaluation of the hydrodynamic and ecohydraulic results showed the beneficial effects of the measures in a well‐comparable manner. Additional effects and the current limitations of the methodology are discussed.
Majority dynamics on sparse random graphs
Authors: Chakraborti Debsoumya , Han Kim Jeong , Lee Joonkyung , Tran Tuan 
Published: January 2023

AbstractMajority dynamics on a graph is a deterministic process such that every vertex updates its ‐assignment according to the majority assignment on its neighbor simultaneously at each step. Benjamini, Chan, O'Donnell, Tamuz and Tan conjectured that, in the Erdős–Rényi random graph , the random initial ‐assignment converges to a ‐agreement with high probability whenever . This conjecture was first confirmed for for a large constant by Fountoulakis, Kang and Makai. Although this result has been reproved recently by Tran and Vu and by Berkowitz and Devlin, it was unknown whether the conjecture holds for . We break this ‐barrier by proving the conjecture for sparser random graphs , where with a large constant .
Improving Loops that Matter
Authors: Schoenberg William , Hayward John , Eberlein Robert 
Published: January 2023

AbstractThe Loops that Matter (LTM) approach to understanding behavior has proven easy to use and broadly applicable, but it has a shortcoming in its original formulation. This is because the original formulation treats the impact of a flow on a stock relative to the net flow, so that all scores tend to get very large in magnitude as a stock approaches equilibrium, but how big depends strongly on how the flows are specified. By reformulating the link scores from a flow to a stock, this topological dependency is removed. The mathematics behind this approach makes clear the relationship of LTM to the Pathway Participation and Loop Impact analysis methods. The result of this, when applying the analysis to a variety of models, is that the determination of the structure responsible for behavior is clearer, and more clearly tied to work already documented using other techniques. © 2023 The Authors. System Dynamics Review published by John Wiley & Sons Ltd on behalf of System Dynamics Society.
Crystalline Nanocellulose Anchored on Reduced Graphene Oxide for the Removal of Pharmaceuticals from Aqueous Systems: Adsorbent Characterization and Adsorption Performance
Authors: Ogunleye Deborah T. , Akpotu Samson O. , Moodley Brenda 
Published: January 2023

AbstractImproved adsorption of pharmaceuticals on reduced graphene oxide anchored on a crystalline nanocellulose base was achieved in this study. One‐pot synthesis of graphene‐nanocrystalline cellulose (G‐CNC) hybrid with in‐depth characterization was carried out, and the adsorbent's successful synthesis was confirmed through the characteristic peaks observed using FTIR and XRD. Further characterization was done using the surface area and porosity analyzer, TGA, SEM, TEM, and the elemental analyzer. The adsorbent was then applied in the adsorption of aspirin (Asp) and acetaminophen (Acet), which are frequently used over‐the‐counter anti‐inflammatory and antipyretic drugs. The major mechanism for the adsorption was ascertained to be through electrostatic interaction, hydrogen bonding, hydrophobic and π‐π interactions with the pharmaceutical. The maximum capacity for sorption obtained for the adsorption of Asp on graphene oxide (GO) and G‐CNC was 61.73 mg/g and 99 mg/g, respectively, while those of Acet on GO and G‐CNC were 20.41 mg/g and 76.34 mg/g, respectively.
Synthesis of Hierarchical ZSM‐11 Nanorods Aggregates and Catalytic Properties in Cyclohexene Hydration to Cyclohexanol
Authors: Yang Mengyao , Wang Yaquan , Liu Wenrong , Lu Jiaxin , Shi Mingxue , Wu Shuhui , Bu Lingzhen , Zhi Yaqiong , Wang Zhiqiang , Sang Juncai , Chu Kailiang , Huang Yitong , Guo Niandong , Qu Liping 
Published: January 2023

AbstractA series of hierarchical ZSM‐11 nanorods aggregates were prepared by a hydrothermal crystallization method with the addition of cetyltrimethylammonium bromide (CTAB). The physical and chemical properties of the samples were characterized and the catalytic properties in the direct hydration of cyclohexene to cyclohexanol were also investigated. The characterization results showed that adding CTAB effectively increased the crystallinity of the zeolite, and the external specific surface areas and pore volume of the zeolite increased dramatically. With the increase of CTAB addition, more and more mesopores were formed which could be clearly seen from TEM micrograph. The ratio of Brønsted/Lewis acid decreased first and then increased with the increase of CTAB addition, with the lowest point appeared at the ratio of CTAB/SiO2 of 0.015. The zeolite synthesized at the CTAB/SiO2 ratio of 0.015 exhibited the highest reaction rate with the cyclohexene conversion as high as 14.23 %. The excellent performance of the hierarchical ZSM‐11 nanorods aggregates can be attributed to the lowest Brønsted/Lewis acid ratio and large mesoporous volume.
All Cubic‐Phase δ‐TAGS Thermoelectrics Over the Entire Mid‐Temperature Range
Authors: Ma Baopeng , Ren Hongrui , Zhang Fudong , Peng Zhanhui , He Hailong , Cui Minchao , Ge Zhenhua , Li Bingyu , Wu Wenwen , Liang Pengfei , Xiao Yu , Chao Xiaolian , Yang Zupei , Wu Di 
Published: January 2023

AbstractGeTe‐based pseudo‐binary (GeTe)x(AgSbTe2)100−x (TAGS–x) is recognized as a promising p‐type mid‐temperature thermoelectric material with outstanding thermoelectric performance; nevertheless, its intrinsic structural transition and metastable microstructure (due to Ag/Sb/Ge localization) restrict the long‐time application of TAGS‐x in practical thermoelectric devices. In this work, a series of non‐stoichiometric (GeTe)x(Ag1‐δSb1+δTe2+δ)100−x (x = 85∼50; δ = ≈0.20–0.23), referred to as δ‐TAGS‐x, with all cubic phase over the entire testing temperature range (300‐773 K), is synthesized. Through optimization of crystal symmetry and microstructure, a state‐of‐the‐art ZTmax of 1.86 at 673 K and average ZTavg of 1.43 at ≈323–773 K are realized in δ‐TAGS‐75 (δ = 0.21), which is the highest value among all reported cubic‐phase GeTe‐based thermoelectric systems so far. As compared with stoichiometric TAGS‐x, the remarkable thermoelectric achieved in cubic δ‐TAGS‐x can be attributed to the alleviation of highly (electrical and thermal) resistive grain boundary Ag8GeTe6 phase. Moreover, δ‐TAGS‐x exhibits much better mechanical properties than stoichiometric TAGS‐x, together with the outstanding thermoelectric performance, leading to a robust single‐leg thermoelectric module with ηmax of ≈10.2% and Pmax of ≈0.191 W. The finding in this work indicates the great application potential of non‐stoichiometric δ‐TAGS‐x in the field of mid‐temperature waste heat harvesting.
Deciphering the Superior Electronic Transmission Induced by the Li–N Ligand Pairs Boosted Photocatalytic Hydrogen Evolution
Authors: Geng Zikang , Bo Tingting , Zhou Wei , Tan Xin , Ye Jinhua , Yu Tao 
Published: January 2023

AbstractAtomic level decoration route is designated as one of the attractive methods to regulate both the charge density and band structure of photocatalysts. Moreover, to enable more efficient separation and transport of photocarriers, the construction of novel active sites can enhance both the reactivity and electrical conductivity of the crystal. Herein, an Li–N ligand is constructed via co‐doping lithium and nitrogen atoms into ZnIn2S4 lattice, which achieves a promoted photocatalytic H2 evolution at 9737 µmol g−1 h−1. The existence of Li–N ligand pairs and the behaviors of photocarriers on L40N5ZIS are determined systematically, which also provides a unique insight into the mechanism of the improved photocarrier migration rate. With the introduction of Li–N dual sites, the vacancy form of ZnIn2S4 has changed and the photocatalytic stability is significantly improved. Interestingly, the change of charge density around Li–N ligand in ZnIn2S4 is determined by theoretical simulations, as well as the regulated energy barrier of photocatalytic water splitting caused by Li–N dual sites, which act as both adsorption site for H2O and stronger reactive sites. This work helps to extend the understanding of ZnIn2S4 and offers a fresh perspective for the creation of a Li–N co‐doped photocatalyst.
Magnetic Targeting Nanocarriers Combined with Focusing Ultrasound for Enhanced Intracerebral Hemorrhage Therapy
Authors: Wang Tianyi , Lei Huali , Li Xiang , Yang Nailin , Ma Cheng , Li Guangqiang , Gao Xiang , Ge Jun , Liu Zhuang , Cheng Liang , Chen Gang 
Published: January 2023

AbstractIntracerebral hemorrhage (ICH) remains a significant cause of morbidity and mortality around the world, and surgery is still the most direct and effective way to remove ICH. However, the potential risks brought by surgery, such as normal brain tissue damage, post‐operative infection, and difficulty in removing deep hematoma, are still the main problems in the surgical treatment of ICH. Activation of the peroxisome proliferator‐activated receptor gamma (PPARγ) is reported to show a good therapeutic effect in hematoma clearance. Herein, a magnetic targeting nanocarrier loaded with a PPARγ agonist (15d‐PGJ2‐MNPs) is synthesized, which could be magnetically targeted and enriched in the area of the hematoma after intravenous injection. Subsequent application of focusing ultrasound (FUS) could enhance drug diffusion, which activates the PPARγ receptors on macrophages around the hematoma for better hematoma clearance. The 15d‐PGJ2‐MNP treatment alleviates brain injury, accelerates hematoma clearance, attenuates neuroinflammation, reduces brain edema and significantly improves the deficits in sensory and motor function and spatial learning ability in the ICH mouse model. This work proposes an effective magnetic targeting plus FUS method to treat ICH, highlighting its great potential in the treatment of hemorrhagic stroke.
Simple Construction of Multistage Stable Silicon–Graphite Hybrid Granules for Lithium‐Ion Batteries
Authors: Zhang Jiapeng , Wang Dengke , Yuan Renlu , Li Xiaotian , Li Jiangchuan , Jiang Zhijie , Li Ang , Chen Xiaohong , Song Huaihe 
Published: January 2023

AbstractBecause of its high specific capacity, the silicon–graphite composite (SGC) is regarded as a promising anode for new‐generation lithium‐ion batteries. However, the frequently employed two‐section preparation process, including the modification of silicon seed and followed mixture with graphite, cannot ensure the uniform dispersion of silicon in the graphite matrix, resulting in a stress concentration of aggregated silicon domains and cracks in composite electrodes during cycling. Herein, inspired by powder engineering, the two independent sections are integrated to construct multistage stable silicon–graphite hybrid granules (SGHGs) through wet granulation and carbonization. This method assembles silicon nanoparticles (Si NPs) and graphite and improves compatibility between them, addressing the issue of severe stress concentration caused by uncombined residue of Si NPs. The optimal SGHG prepared with 20% pitch content exhibits a highly reversible specific capacity of 560.0 mAh g−1 at a current density of 200 mA g−1 and a considerable stability retention of 86.1% after 1000 cycles at 1 A g−1. Moreover, as a practical application, the full cell delivers an outstanding capacity retention of 85.7% after 400 cycles at 2 C. The multistage stable structure constructed by simple wet granulation and carbonization provides theoretical guidance for the preparation of commercial SGC anodes.
In Situ Porousized MoS2 Nano Islands Enhance HER/OER Bifunctional Electrocatalysis
Authors: Chen Bo , Hu Ping , Yang Fan , Hua Xingjiang , Yang Fairy Fan , Zhu Fei , Sun Ruiyan , Hao Ke , Wang Kuaishe , Yin Zongyou 
Published: January 2023

Abstract2D molybdenum disulfide (MoS2) is developed as a potential alternative non‐precious metal electrocatalyst for energy conversion. It is well known that 2D MoS2 has three main phases 2H, 1T, and 1T′. However, the most stable 2H‐phase shows poor electrocatalysis in its basal plane, compared with its edge sites. In this work, a facile one‐step hydrothermal‐driven in situ porousizing of MoS2 into self‐supporting nano islands to maximally expose the edges of MoS2 grains for efficient utilization of the active stable sites at the edges of MoS2 is reported. The results show that such active, aggregation‐free nano islands greatly enhance MoS2's hydrogen evolution reaction (HER) and oxygen evolution reaction (OER) bifunctional electrocatalytic activities. At a low overpotential of 248 and 300 mV, the porous MoS2 nano islands can generate a current density of 10 mA cm−2 in HER and OER, which is much better than typical nanosheet morphology. Surprisingly, the porous MoS2 nano islands even exhibit better performance than the current commercial RuO2 catalyst in OER. This discovery will be another effective strategy to promote robust 2H‐phase, instead of 1T/1T′‐phase, MoS2 to achieve efficient endurable bifunctional HER/OER, which is expected to further replace precious metal catalysts in industry.
Embedding Ru Clusters and Single Atoms into Perovskite Oxide Boosts Nitrogen Fixation and Affords Ultrahigh Ammonia Yield Rate
Authors: Han Zhiya , Tranca Diana , Rodríguez‐Hernández Fermín , Jiang Kaiyue , Zhang Jichao , He Mingyuan , Wang Fu , Han Sheng , Wu Peng , Zhuang Xiaodong 
Published: January 2023

AbstractAmmonia is a key chemical feedstock worldwide. Compared with the well‐known Haber–Bosch method, electrocatalytic nitrogen reduction reaction (ENRR) can eventually consume less energy and have less CO2 emission. In this study, a plasma‐enhanced chemical vapor deposition method is used to anchor transition metal element onto 2D conductive material. Among all attempts, Ru single‐atom and Ru‐cluster‐embedded perovskite oxide are discovered with promising electrocatalysis performance for ENRR (NH3 yield rate of up to 137.5 ± 5.8 µg h−1 mgcat−1 and Faradaic efficiency of unexpected 56.9 ± 4.1%), reaching the top record of Ru‐based catalysts reported so far. In situ experiments and density functional theory calculations confirm that the existence of Ru clusters can regulate the electronic structure of Ru single atoms and decrease the energy barrier of the first hydrogenation step (*NN to *NNH). Anchoring Ru onto various 2D perovskite oxides (LaMO‐Ru, MCr, Mn, Co, or Ni) also show boosted ENRR performance. Not only this study provides an unique strategy toward transition‐metal‐anchored new 2D conductive materials, but also paves the way for fundamental understanding the correlation between cluster‐involved single‐atom sites and catalytic performance.