bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Spatial analysis of resources and environmental carrying capacity in Iran
Authors: Karami Hossein , Sayahnia Romina , Mahmoudi Hossein , Azadi Hossein , Salehi Sadegh 
Published: January 2023

AbstractUrbanization and mass movement of the population from rural areas and small cities to megacities have led to environmental, economic, and social problems in Iran. In dealing with these challenges, assessing resource and environmental carrying capacity (RECC) is considered an effective method to leverage space and capital to achieve sustainable development. This study aimed to rank the provincial RECC in Iran. Toward this purpose, environmental indices were generated from remotely sensed and statistical census data. Then, the provinces were scored in terms of environmental, economic, and infrastructural carrying capacities, and RECC using the mean variance analysis method. Results demonstrated that in most areas, there is no relationship between economic and infrastructural capacities and development. Statistically, a correlation coefficient of −0.53 between economic and environmental carrying capacities indicated excessive use of environmental capacities. Moreover, the spatial distribution pattern of environmental, economic, and infrastructural carrying capacity was entirely heterogeneous between the provinces; there was a northeast–southwest pattern in terms of infrastructural capacity and an economic pattern from north to south. The distribution pattern of RECC is most consistent with the environmental capacity, pointing at the high weight of the indicators of the RECC model. In conclusion, this research offers a new vision for policymakers and provides a theoretical and applicable framework for implementing sustainable strategies in land‐use planning. It is recommended that the RECC concept and tools can be used not only for planning but also for measuring the efficiency of spatial development programs and establishing land balances in the region.
Research on the local regional similarity of automatic fingerprint identification system fingerprints based on close non‐matches in a ten million people database—Taking the central region of whorl as an example
Authors: Li Shuo , Li Kang , Yang Jun , Liu Yiwen , Han Wenqiang , Luo Yaping 
Published: January 2023

AbstractThe local regional similarity of fingerprints has always been a hot issue in the field of fingerprint research. With the increasing size of ten‐print databases, the appearance of close non‐matches (CNMs) in automatic fingerprint identification system (AFIS) candidate lists has attracted increasing attention from forensic science departments worldwide. In this study, three categories (high‐, medium‐, and low‐level) of standards for CNMs were established and 60 whorl samples were marked with different numbers of minutiae to explore the occurrence and influencing factors of CNMs in AFIS candidate lists based on a ten million people database. The results showed that all prints could be found with their corresponding CNMs. The average occurrence rate of CNMs for every query was 52.7% in the top 100 lists, and the most similar CNM was exactly the same in the local area of 12 coincidence points. CNMs appeared more in the middle and lower parts of the central region of the whorl. Moreover, shorter C2C distances and the same finger number and hand led to more CNMs being inspected. CNMs with higher similarity required a more extensive regional area and smaller minutiae density. We concluded that CNMs have a high occurrence rate in large‐scale databases and many factors are closely related to them. Fingerprint examiners and researchers need to strengthen their understanding of CNMs to avoid the occurrence of misidentification like the Madrid bombings.
Real‐time irrigation diversion data delivery can benefit adaptive capacity in communal irrigation systems
Authors: Conrad Lily M. , Fernald Alexander G. , Taylor Marshall A. , Guldan Steven J. , Ochoa Carlos G. 
Published: January 2023

AbstractThere is a need to support applied, community‐relevant hydrologic research within changing climate, population, and socioeconomic conditions to better inform water policy and management. We hypothesized that providing a rural agricultural community in a semiarid valley with the necessary monitoring tool to meet local water management needs would increase adaptive capacity within the context of long‐term drought. Through a community science approach, researchers installed a telemetry monitoring system at participating acequia irrigation diversions that remotely sent water data to a web interface every 15 min. Two surveys distributed before and after web interface access targeted seven adaptive capacity indicators. After the first season of improved data accessibility, the following adaptive capacity indicators significantly increased: information diversity, cognitive social capital, leadership, and proactivity. Rather than focusing on the water savings aspect of real‐time monitoring, this paper summarizes a novel water resources study that assessed the social impact of real‐time irrigation water delivery monitoring on adaptive capacity. This study suggests that bridging the gap between community need and hydrologic research through community science, sociologic analysis, and stakeholder engagement provides significant benefits for communities facing water management challenges, further supporting problem‐driven water resources research.
Lymphoid enhancer binding factor 1 is associated with nose color in Yunong black pigs
Authors: Li Cong , Han Jinyi , Duan Dongdong , Liu Chuang , Han Xuelei , Wang Kejun , Qiao Ruimin , Li Xiu‐Ling , Li Xin‐Jian 
Published: January 2023

AbstractYunong black pig is an indigenous black pig breed being cultivated that has a pure black whole body. However, some individuals appear with a white spot on the nose. We performed case–control association studies and FST approaches in 76 animals with nose color records (26 white‐nosed pigs vs. 50 black‐nosed pigs) by Illumina Porcine SNP50 BeadChip data. In total, 76 SNPs, which included 2 genome‐wide significant SNPs and 18 chromosome‐wide suggestive SNPs, were identified by association study. The top‐ranked 0.1% windows of FST results as signals under selection and 24 windows were selected. The lymphoid enhancer binding factor 1 was identified as candidate gene with strong signal in analyses of genome‐wide association study and FST in black‐ and white‐nosed pigs. Overall, our findings provide evidence that nose color is a heritable trait influenced by many loci. The results contribute to expand our understanding of pigmentation in pigs and provide SNP markers for skin color and related traits selection in Yunong black pigs. Additional research on the genetic link between nose pigmentation is needed.
Evaluation of dynamic dermoscopic features of melanoma and benign naevi by sequential digital dermoscopic imaging and total body photography in a high‐risk Australian cohort
Authors: Nguyen Jennifer , Doolan Brent J , Pan Yan , Vestergaard Tine , Paul Eldho , McLean Catriona , Haskett Martin , Kelly John , Mar Victoria , Chamberlain Alexander 
Published: January 2023

AbstractBackground/ObjectivesSequential digital dermoscopic imaging (SDDI) and total body photography (TBP) are recommended as a two‐step surveillance method for individuals at high‐risk of developing cutaneous melanoma. Dermoscopic features specific to melanoma have been well described, however, dynamic changes on serial imaging are less understood. This study aims to identify and compare dermoscopic features in developing melanomas and benign naevi that underwent SDDI and TBP to understand which dermoscopic features may be associated with a malignant change.MethodHistopathology reports from a private specialist dermatology clinic from January 2007 to December 2019 were reviewed. Histopathologically confirmed melanoma and benign naevi that underwent SDDI and TBP with a minimum follow‐up interval of 3 months were included.ResultsEighty‐nine melanomas (38.2% invasive, median Breslow thickness 0.35 mm, range: 0.2–1.45 mm) and 48 benign naevi were evaluated by three experienced dermatologists for dermoscopic changes. Features most strongly associated with melanoma included the development of neovascularisation, asymmetry and growth in pigment network, additional colours, shiny white structures, regression, structureless areas and change to a multi‐component pattern. The presence of atypical vessels (p = 0.02) and shiny white structures (p = 0.02) were significantly associated with invasive melanoma.ConclusionEvaluation for certain evolving dermoscopic features in melanocytic lesions monitored by SDDI and TBP is efficient in assisting clinical decision making. SDDI with TBP is an effective tool for early detection of melanoma.
Effect of season, habitat type and anthropogenic pressure on the bird diversity in the vineyards agroecosystems in the region of Fes‐Meknes
Authors: Belkhiri Abdelkhalek , Sadki Mohcine , Maliki Abdelmonaim , Moubchir Tarik , Bendaoud Ahmed , Chahdi Ouazzani Khalil , Saidi Abdelhak , Chahlaoui Abdelkader 
Published: January 2023

AbstractAgroecosystems are becoming more developed in Morocco, which requires conducting research about their importance to indigenous avifauna. We studied the influence of seasonality and parcel characteristics, including habitat type and anthropogenic pressures on bird diversity in vineyards. Our findings show that bird diversity varies by habitat type with heterogeneous parcels being more diverse than homogeneous parcels; in addition to that, bird diversity was higher in edge habitat, olive and uncultivated land while it was lower in vine habitat, whereas the cereal was the poorest habitat in the vineyards. Our results revealed that avian diversity changes with the seasons, being higher in winter, autumn and spring than in the summer. Evaluation of anthropogenic pressures indicates that avifauna diversity was negatively associated with the distance to the nearest building and the nearest edge, but positively associated with the distance to the nearest water source. Our research identifies potentially important variables influencing bird diversity in these agricultural ecosystems, which can help us to understand more clearly the ecological needs of birds of this habitat. As a result, we make some recommendations to help preserve bird diversity and improve their survival, including securing and protecting edge habitat, boosting habitat diversity and contributing to the overall effort to reduce climate change impacts, all of which will not be possible without the cooperation of landowners, farmers, managers and researchers.
Body‐first approach of laparoscopic cholecystectomy for minimizing vasculobiliary injury: Initial experience
Authors: Matsumura Masaru , Seyama Yasuji , Takao Mikiya , Okinaga Hiroko , Ogawa Rei , Nemoto Satoshi , Tani Keigo 
Published: January 2023

AbstractIntroductionVasculobiliary injury (VBI) is a rare but critical complication of laparoscopic cholecystectomy (Lap‐C). Dividing first the gallbladder body and then the gallbladder neck from the gallbladder bed (the “body‐first approach”) may decrease the possibility of VBI.MethodsThe surgical outcome of 62 patients who underwent Lap‐C with a body‐first approach were evaluated. In this procedure, after serosal resection of the gallbladder, the gallbladder body is divided from the cystic plate; then the gallbladder neck and cystic duct are isolated. No connective tissue of the hepatic hilum is touched.ResultsA total of five patients had anatomical anomalies of the biliary tract that raised concerns of cholecystectomy. Furthermore, seven patients underwent subtotal cholecystectomy. No patients required conversion to open surgery, and none developed VBI or postoperative complications of Clavien–Dindo grade 3a or worse.ConclusionThe body‐first approach may minimize the risk of VBI during Lap‐C.
Tactile training facilitates infants' ability to reach to targets on the body
Authors: Somogyi Eszter , Hamilton Mollie , Chinn Lisa K. , Jacquey Lisa , Heed Tobias , Hoffmann Matej , Lockman Jeffrey J. , Fagard Jacqueline , O'Regan J. Kevin 
Published: January 2023

AbstractThis longitudinal study investigated the effect of experience with tactile stimulation on infants' ability to reach to targets on the body, an important adaptive skill. Infants were provided weekly tactile stimulation on eight body locations from 4 to 8 months of age (N = 11), comparing their ability to reach to the body to infants in a control group who did not receive stimulation (N = 10). Infants who received stimulation were more likely to successfully reach targets on the body than controls by 7 months of age. These findings indicate that tactile stimulation facilitates the development of reaching to the body by allowing infants to explore the sensorimotor correlations emerging from the stimulation.
Effectiveness and safety of ventriculoperitoneal shunt versus lumboperitoneal shunt for communicating hydrocephalus: A systematic review and meta‐analysis with trial sequential analysis
Authors: Ho Yi‐Jen , Chiang Wen‐Chun , Huang Hsin‐Yi , Lin Shinn‐Zong , Tsai Sheng‐Tzung 
Published: January 2023

AbstractIntroductionThe current standard surgical treatment for cerebrospinal fluid diversion is a ventriculoperitoneal shunt (VPS) implantation. Lumboperitoneal shunts (LPS) are an alternative treatment for communicating hydrocephalus. Prior studies comparing these two included a limited number of participants.MethodsWe performed a meta‐analysis determined the treatment failure, complications and effectiveness of lumboperitoneal shunt for communicating hydrocephalus. We reviewed studies with clinical and imaging diagnoses of communicating hydrocephalus, all causes and subtypes of communicating hydrocephalus, and studies that analyzed the primary and secondary outcomes listed below. We included randomized controlled trials (RCTs), non‐RCTs and retrospective studies. We performed the meta‐analysis in R, using a random‐effects model and reporting 95% confidence intervals.ResultsData from 25 studies, including 3654 patients, were analyzed. The total complication rates were 12.98% (188/1448) for lumboperitoneal shunt and 23.80% (398/1672) for ventriculoperitoneal shunt. The odds ratio for lumboperitoneal shunt versus ventriculoperitoneal shunt complication rates was 0.29 (95% CI 0.19 to 0.45, p < 0.0001), and the I2 was 72%. The shunt obstruction/malfunction rate was 3.99% (48/1204) for lumboperitoneal shunt and 8.31% (115/1384) for ventriculoperitoneal shunt (Odds ratio 0.54, 95% CI 0.37 to 0.79, p = 0.002, I2 = 0%). Based on the Modified Rankin Scale score, there were no differences in effectiveness between lumboperitoneal shunt and ventriculoperitoneal shunt. Nevertheless, lumboperitoneal shunt improved radiological outcomes.ConclusionsThis analysis demonstrated that lumboperitoneal shunt is a safe and equally effective choice for treating communicating hydrocephalus. More studies are needed to confirm the safety of lumboperitoneal shunt.
Association of serum uric acid to lymphocyte ratio, a novel inflammatory biomarker, with risk of stroke: A prospective cohort study
Authors: Tian Xue , Wang Penglian , Chen Shuohua , Zhang Yijun , Zhang Xiaoli , Xu Qin , Luo Yanxia , Wu Shouling , Wang Anxin 
Published: January 2023

AbstractMain ProblemInflammation plays an important role in the pathological progress associated with stroke. Serum uric acid (SUA) to lymphocyte ratio (ULR), a novel inflammatory biomarker, has been considered as a better risk stratification tool of adverse outcomes than SUA or lymphocyte alone. This study aimed to investigate whether ULR produced more predictive value for stroke and explore the potential mediators of the associations.MethodsThis study enrolled 93,023 Chinese participants without stroke and myocardial infarction at baseline. Cox proportional hazard models were used to analyze the associations of ULR with stroke and subtypes. Mediation analyses were conducted to explore potential mediators of the associations.ResultsDuring a median follow‐up of 13.00 years, 6081 cases of incident stroke occurred, including 5048 cases of ischemic stroke (IS) and 900 cases of hemorrhagic stroke (HS). After adjustment for confounders, the Q4 group was associated with a higher risk of HS (HR, 1.25; 95% CI, 1.03–1.50), but not with total stroke (HR, 1.07; 95% CI, 1.03–1.13) or IS (HR, 1.04; 95% CI, 0.97–1.12). No significant associations were found between SUA or lymphocyte and any stroke. ULR outperformed SUA or lymphocytes alone in predicting stroke. Additionally, the significant association between ULR and HS was partially mediated by systolic blood pressure (20.32%), diastolic blood pressure (11.18%) and estimated glomerular filtration rate (9.19%).ConclusionsULR was significantly associated with the risk of HS, but not with IS. Systolic blood pressure, diastolic blood pressure and estimated glomerular filtration rate were potential mediators for the association.
Colour stability during production of printed ocular prostheses
Authors: Bunker Ethan , Kazlauciunas Algy , Zoltie Timothy , Walshaw Emma , Bartlett Paul , Archer Tom , Gout Taras 
Published: January 2023

AbstractOcular prostheses have been used for centuries to restore patient confidence, psychosocial relationships and to improve quality of life. Methodology for producing accurate prostheses has improved with technological discoveries. Recently, hand painting ocular prostheses has been the go‐to method for creating life like prostheses. However, digital printing a print to envelope around an acrylic prosthesis has been shown to decrease treatment and rehabilitation times, whilst still producing high‐definition ocular prostheses. Despite these improvements, little is known about the colour stability of digitally printed ocular prostheses. To better understand the colour stability of digital prostheses 30 samples simulating ocular prostheses were created, containing 10 with blue iris, 10 combination/green iris and 10 with sepia (brown) irises. Colour measurements were taken using a data spectrophotometer, from two defined points, the iris and sclera for both pre‐polymerisation and post‐polymerisation to assess colour variance. Colour coordinate data was gathered and was analysed using a one‐way analysis of variance test and a paired t‐test, both with alpha = 0.05. Significant colour variations were found for each iris colour and for the sclera. The sclera showed the largest colour variation with a ΔE of 4.75, followed by the brown irises, the green irises and then blue irises with ΔE values of 3.29, 2.47 and 1.82, respectively. This is a significant decrease compared to current hand painting methods which have an average colour variance of ΔE = 20. This shows a large increase in colour stability which can drastically improve patient satisfaction and quality of life.
Pedagogies of Dissent: Bridging The Religion–LGBTQ Divide
Authors: Henry Seán 
Published: January 2023

AbstractThe purpose of this paper is to set out the contours for a pedagogy of dissent, i.e., a pedagogical approach to religion that recognizes the role of dissent in bridging the conventional antagonism between religious and LGBTQ concerns for education. Seán Henry begins it with the view that a pedagogy conducive to this kind of work can be engaged with if the relation between education and religion is framed in radically conservative terms. From here, Henry inquires into the pedagogical commitments necessary for dissent as a mode of bridge‐building to occur. These commitments are (1) an orientation toward remembrance, understood less in terms of a commonality of religious identity and more in terms of a “structural condition of the present”; and (2) an embodied attention to the proximity of the other. The paper concludes with some thoughts on the nature of the pedagogical content that could be helpful in enacting these commitments. Henry suggests that pedagogies of dissent require theological content that (1) reworks past traditions, without justifying or downplaying their shortcomings; and (2) is explicit in its rejection of heteronormativity through a sensitivity to the lived experiences of LGBTQ people.
The future of standardised assessment: Validity and trust in algorithms for assessment and scoring
Authors: Aloisi Cesare 
Published: January 2023

AbstractThis article considers the challenges of using artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) to assist high‐stakes standardised assessment. It focuses on the detrimental effect that even state‐of‐the‐art AI and ML systems could have on the validity of national exams of secondary education, and how lower validity would negatively affect trust in the system. To reach this conclusion, three unresolved issues in AI (unreliability, low explainability and bias) are addressed, to show how each of them would compromise the interpretations and uses of exam results (i.e., exam validity). Furthermore, the article relates validity to trust, and specifically to the ABI+ model of trust. Evidence gathered as part of exam validation supports each of the four trust‐enabling components of the ABI+ model (ability, benevolence, integrity and predictability). It is argued, therefore, that the three AI barriers to exam validity limit the extent to which an AI‐assisted exam system could be trusted. The article suggests that addressing the issues of AI unreliability, low explainability and bias should be sufficient to put AI‐assisted exams on par with traditional ones, but might not go as far as fully reassure the public. To achieve this, it is argued that changes to the quality assurance mechanisms of the exam system will be required. This may involve, for example, integrating principled AI frameworks in assessment policy and regulation.
Comparing fatigue life prediction capability of critical plane models using multiaxial test database on 17 materials
Authors: Arora Punit , Gupta Suneel K. , Samal Mahendra K. , Chattopadhyay Jayanta 
Published: January 2023

AbstractThe present study validates recent as well as extensively used critical plane (CP)‐based fatigue life assessment models for 10 ferrous and 7 non‐ferrous materials. Fourteen CP models, including recently reported in‐house developed model, have been analyzed. These models use resolved stresses, strains, strain energy density, and combinations of stresses and strains to identify critical plane and quantify fatigue damage. The loading conditions cover various proportional and non‐proportional axial‐torsion strain paths with different phase shift angles with (or without) mean stress/strain component(s), loading waveforms, and asynchronous axial‐torsion stain paths. The comparative study brought out the goodness of various models by quantifying the extent of scatter and computational time.Some of the strain energy density‐based models (including in‐house model) have been shortlisted, which produced accurate fatigue life assessments. Among the shortlisted models, in‐house model is free from the calculation subjectivities of resultant shear and performs faster fatigue damage calculations.