bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Effectiveness of a Stigma Awareness Intervention on Reemployment of People with Mental Health Issues/Mental Illness: A Cluster Randomised Controlled Trial
Authors: Janssens K. M. E. , Joosen M. C. W. , Henderson C. , Bakker M. , den Hollander W. , van Weeghel J. , Brouwers E. P. M. 
Published: July 2023

Abstract
Purpose
A barrier for reemployment of people with mental health issues/mental illness (MHI) is workplace stigma and discrimination. In this RCT the effectiveness of a stigma-awareness intervention addressing finding work, retaining work and decisional stress were evaluated.

Methods
A cluster RCT was conducted in 8 Dutch municipal practices. Randomisation took place at practice level. Participants were unemployed people with MHI, receiving social benefits. The intervention consisted of a decision aid for workplace disclosure for participants and a 2 × 3 h stigma-awareness training for their employment specialists. Primary outcomes were measured at baseline, 3-, 6- and 12-months. Multilevel analyses, containing random intercepts of participants nested in organizations, were conducted to analyse the effects of the intervention.

Results
Participants (N = 153) were randomized to an experimental (n = 76) or control group (n = 77). At six months, significantly more participants of the experimental group (51%) had found work compared to the control group (26%). At twelve months, significantly more participants of the experimental group (49%) had retained work compared to the control group (23%). Intention-to-treat analyses showed that randomization to the experimental group was associated with finding (OR(95%CI) = 7.78(1.33–45.53), p = 0.02) and retaining (OR(95%CI) = 12.15(2.81–52.63), p < 0.01) work more often at twelve months. Analyses showed that the experimental and control group did not differ in decisional stress.

Conclusions
Our stigma awareness intervention was effective for finding and retaining work. As the percentage of people who found and retained work almost doubled, this suggests that on a societal level, a vast number of unemployed people could be reemployed with a relatively simple intervention.

Trial Registration
The study was retrospectively registered at the Dutch Trial Register (TRN: NL7798, date: 04-06-2019).
Investigations of complex systems’ dynamics, based on reduced amount of information: introduction to the method
Authors: Dabrowski Artur , Balcerzak Marek , Zarychta Sandra , Denysenko Volodymyr , Sagan Tomasz , Stefanski Andrzej 
Published: July 2023

AbstractControlling dynamics of complex systems is one of the most important issues in science and engineering. Thus, there is continuous need to study and develop numerical algorithms of control methods. In this paper, we would like to present our introductory study of a new simple method of investigations of such systems based on vector field properties and reduced amount of applied information. Firstly, we present the basis of our approach for extraction of nonlinear indicators of two-dimensional systems. We show that basing on simplified analyses and exploiting half of commonly applied information, we can precisely estimate widely applied indicators. We prove that our method is simpler, more efficient and more accurate than commonly applied algorithms. After the introductory analysis, we extend our studies and apply the presented method in investigations of complex systems, based on the analysis that we discussed in the first part of the article and carried out in two-dimensional subspaces. We present simplicity and effectiveness of our approach and demonstrate how it simplifies investigations of complex dynamical phenomena. We verify our method studying the example of synchronization and chimera phenomena in the chosen set of coupled oscillators.
Unpacking an online peer-mediated and self-reflective revision process in second-language persuasive writing
Authors: Li Albert W. , Hebert Michael 
Published: July 2023

AbstractOnline peer feedback has become prevalent in university writing classes due to the widespread use of peer learning technology. This paper reports an exploratory study of Chinese-speaking undergraduate students’ experiences of receiving and reflecting on online peer feedback for text revision in an English as a second language (L2) writing classroom at a northeastern-Chinese university. Twelve students were recruited from an in-person writing class taught in English by a Chinese-speaking instructor and asked to write and revise their English persuasive essays. The students sought online peer feedback asynchronously using an instant messaging platform (QQ), completed the revision worksheet that involved coding and reflecting on the peer feedback received, and wrote second drafts. Data included students’ first and second drafts, online peer feedback, analytic writing rubrics, revision worksheets, and semi-structured interviews. The quantitative analysis of students writing performance indicated that peer feedback led to students’ revisions produced meaningful improvements in the scores between drafts. The results of qualitative analyses suggested that: (1) the primary focus of peer feedback was content; (2) students generally followed peer feedback, but ignored disagreements with their peers; (3) students strategically asked for clarification from peers on the QQ platform when feedback was unclear or confusing while collecting information from the internet, e-dictionaries, and Grammarly; and (4) students thought they benefited from experiencing the peer-mediated revision process. Based on the results, we provide recommendations and instructional guidance for university writing instructors for scaffolding L2 students’ text revision practices through receiving and reflecting on online peer feedback.
Environmental agreements as clubs: Evidence from a new dataset of trade provisions
Authors: Morin Jean-Frédéric , Brandi Clara , Schwab Jakob 
Published: July 2023

Abstract
Creating intergovernmental environmental clubs is a prominent policy proposal for addressing global environmental problems. According to their proponents, environmental clubs provide an incentive to join them and accept their environmental obligations by generating exclusive “club goods” for their members. Yet, the existing literature considers environmental clubs as a theoretical idea that still has to be put into practice. This article asks whether, in fact, the numerous international environmental agreements (IEAs) containing trade-related provisions provide club goods to their parties. It does so by investigating the effects of these provisions on trade flows among parties compared to flows with non-parties. We introduce an original dataset on 48 types of trade provisions in 2,097 IEAs that we make available with the publication of this article. Based on this new data and a panel of worldwide bilateral trade flows, we find evidence that existing IEAs and their trade-liberalizing content are associated with increased trade among their parties relative to trade with non-parties. We conclude from this finding that systems of IEAs provide club goods to their parties. Uncovering the existence of environmental clubs has significant methodological and policy implications. It is an important first step for future research on the actual effectiveness of clubs in attracting participation and raising environmental standards.
Transformation durch Lernen: Wie die Unternehmenstransformation der DATEV eG mit verschiedenen Dialog- und Lernformaten gestaltet wird
Authors: Kortsch Timo , Kaiser Christian , Stüve Till 
Published: July 2023

ZusammenfassungDieser Artikel der Zeitschrift Gruppe. Interaktion. Organisation. beschäftigt sich mit der Bedeutung von Lernen auf den Ebenen Individuum, Team und Organisation im Rahmen der digitalen Transformation von Organisationen. Anhand eines Fallbeispiels wird illustriert, wie mittels verschiedener Dialog- und Lernformate ein solches Transformationsprojekt gelingen kann.Die zunehmende Digitalisierung stellt Unternehmen vor viele Herausforderungen und macht eine Transformation notwendig. Um die Transformation aktiv zu gestalten, können Organisationen das Thema Lernen in den Fokus rücken. Ein Beispiel für ein Unternehmen, das sich diesen Herausforderungen stellt, ist DATEV, die IT-Genossenschaft des steuerberatenden Berufsstands, die gemeinsam mit ihren Mitgliedern Buchhaltungs‑, Steuer- und Unternehmensberatungsdienstleistungen für kleine und mittlere Unternehmen anbietet. Am Beispiel von verschiedenen, dort eingeführten Dialog- und Lernformaten (z. B. Communities of Practice, Barcamps, Lernbegleitung) wird illustriert, wie der Transformationsprozess durch Lernen auf allen Ebenen aktiv gestaltet werden kann. Abschließend werden aus dem Fallbeispiel Learnings für Wissenschaft und Praxis abgeleitet.
Forensic neuropathology in the past decade: a scoping literature review
Authors: Oura Petteri , Hakkarainen Antti , Sajantila Antti 
Published: July 2023

AbstractWhile there has been notable research activity in the field of clinical neuropathology over the recent years, forensic approaches have been less frequent. This scoping literature review explored original research on forensic neuropathology over the past decade (January 1, 2010, until February 12, 2022) using the MEDLINE database. The aims were to (1) analyze the volume of research on the topic, (2) describe meta-level attributes and sample characteristics, and (3) summarize key research themes and methods. Of 5053 initial hits, 2864 fell within the target timeframe, and 122 were included in the review. Only 3–17 articles were published per year globally. Most articles originated from the Europe (39.3%) and Asia (36.1%) and were published in forensic journals (57.4%). A median sample included 57 subjects aged between 16 and 80 years. The most common research theme was traumatic intracranial injury (24.6%), followed by anatomy (12.3%) and substance abuse (11.5%). Key methods included immunotechniques (31.1%) and macroscopic observation (21.3%). Although a number of novel findings were reported, most were of preliminary nature and will require further validation. In order to reach breakthroughs and validate novel tools for routine use, more research input is urged from researchers across the world. It would be necessary to ensure appropriate sample sizes and make use of control groups.
Value Pluralism versus Value Monism
Authors: Blum Christian 
Published: July 2023

AbstractValue pluralism is the metaphysical thesis that there is a plurality of values at the fundamental level of the evaluative domain. Value monism, on the other hand, is the claim that there is just one fundamental value. Pluralists, it is commonly argued, have an edge over monists when it comes to accounting for the conspicuous heterogeneity of the evaluative domain and the rationality of regretting well-justified decisions. Monists, in turn, seem to provide a far more plausible account of rational evaluative decision-making. I argue that the impression of a theoretical stalemate, which is suggested by the exchange of those arguments, is premature. An assessment of the sub-positions in both camps, in conjunction with an analysis of value fundamentality based on the notion of grounding, reveals that certain versions of pluralism and monism—which I call moderate positions—can counter the respective objections. Thus, moderate value pluralism and moderate value monism emerge as the strongest positions in both camps. I conclude that the further debate should center around those two positions.
Pilgrims’ satisfaction with metro operations during Hajj
Authors: Weber Lucas , Müller Sven , Haase Knut 
Published: July 2023

AbstractTo date, very little research has been conducted regarding visitor satisfaction with operations at mega events and mass gatherings. We examine the user satisfaction of passengers of the Makkah Metro in Saudi Arabia during Hajj. Hajj is one of the largest mass gatherings in the world. Our aim is to compare the sensitivities towards waiting time of different user groups in order to identify user groups that are particularly sensitive to waiting time. Those user groups might then be scheduled preferably to the Hajj rituals in such a way that their expected waiting time is minimized. For this reason, we are interested in the interactions between the passengers’ person-specific attributes and their perceived waiting time at the stations. We apply an ordered logit model to unique survey data. Our results reveal that women are much more sensitive to waiting time than men. In addition to gender, a pilgrim’s country of origin also seems to play a significant role, which has operational implications on crowd management.
Novel concepts of mechanical technology for gas recovery from marine hydrate reservoir
Authors: Men Yuting , Song Zhen , Sun Ying , Li Kaili , Qing Xianlin , Sun Hongen , Zhou Meng 
Published: July 2023

AbstractAccording to the characteristics of marine natural gas hydrate, China has proposed the solid-state fluidization exploitation technology or natural gas hydrate, with subsea exploitation being key to the commercial recovery of gas. In this paper, two new integrated tools are proposed for breaking and collecting natural gas hydrate, and their working principles and steps are illustrated. Finite element analysis, three-dimensional modeling, and simulations were conducted for both exploitation tools to verify their technological feasibility. The results show that the two exploitation tools can effectively improve the efficiency of hydrate exploitation and ensure the stability of the hydrate reservoir. This provides a reference for further research on the solid-state fluidization exploitation technology of marine gas hydrates.
From Sustainability to Regeneration: a digital framework with BIM and computational design methods
Authors: Dervishaj Arlind 
Published: July 2023

AbstractDesign methods, frameworks, and green building certifications have been developed to create a sustainable built environment. Despite sustainability advancements, urgent action remains necessary due to climate change and the high impact of the built environment. Regenerative Design represents a shift from current practices focused on reducing environmental impacts, as it aims to generate positive effects on both human and natural systems. Although digital design methods are commonly employed in sustainable design practice and research, there is presently no established framework to guide a digital regenerative design process. This study provides an analysis of existing literature on regenerative design and digital design methods and presents a framework based on building information modelling (BIM) methodology and computational design methods, that can be applied to both urban and building design. This framework identifies digital tools and organizes indicators based on the pillars of climate, people, and nature for regenerative design, drawing upon a comprehensive analysis of literature, including standards, sustainability frameworks and research studies. The framework is illustrated through a case study evaluation. The paper also highlights the potential and limitations of digital methods concerning regenerative design and suggests possibilities for future expansion by incorporating additional quantifiable indicators that reflect research developments, to achieve positive outcomes.
Differential Transcriptomic Landscapes of SARS-CoV-2 Variants in Multiple Organs from Infected Rhesus Macaques
Authors: Du Tingfu , Gao Chunchun , Lu Shuaiyao , Liu Qianlan , Yang Yun , Yu Wenhai , Li Wenjie , Qiao Sun Yong , Tang Cong , Wang Junbin , Gao Jiahong , Zhang Yong , Luo Fangyu , Yang Ying , Yang Yun-Gui , Peng Xiaozhong 
Published: July 2023

AbstractSevere acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) caused the persistent coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic, which has resulted in millions of deaths worldwide and brought an enormous public health and global economic burden. The recurring global wave of infections has been exacerbated by growing variants of SARS-CoV-2. In this study, the virological characteristics of the original SARS-CoV-2 strain and its variants of concern (VOCs; including Alpha, Beta, and Delta) in vitro, as well as differential transcriptomic landscapes in multiple organs (lung, right ventricle, blood, cerebral cortex, and cerebellum) from the infected rhesus macaques, were elucidated. The original strain of SARS-CoV-2 caused a stronger innate immune response in host cells, and its VOCs markedly increased the levels of subgenomic RNA s, such as N, Orf9b, Orf6, and Orf7ab, which are known as the innate immune antagonists and the inhibitors of antiviral factors. Intriguingly, the original SARS-CoV-2 strain and Alpha variant induced larger alteration of RNA abundance in tissues of rhesus monkeys than Beta and Delta variants did. Moreover, a hyperinflammatory state and active immune response were shown in the right ventricles of rhesus monkeys by the up-regulation of inflammation- and immune-related RNAs. Furthermore, peripheral blood may mediate signaling transmission among tissues to coordinate the molecular changes in the infected individuals. Collectively, these data provide insights into the pathogenesis of COVID-19 at the early stage of infection by the original SARS-CoV-2 strain and its VOCs.
Association between plasma and dietary trace elements and obesity in a rural Chinese population
Authors: Lu Yufu , Liu Qiumei , Huang Chuwu , Tang Xu , Wei Yanfei , Mo Xiaoting , Huang Shenxiang , Lin Yinxia , Luo Tingyu , Gou Ruoyu , Zhang Zhiyong , Qin Jian , Cai Jiansheng 
Published: July 2023

AbstractTrace elements may play an important role in obesity. This study aimed to assess the plasma and dietary intake levels of four trace elements, Mn, Cu, Zn and Se in a rural Chinese population, and analyse the relationship between trace elements and obesity. A cross-sectional study involving 2587 participants was conducted. Logistic regression models were used to analyse the association between trace elements and obesity; restricted cubic spline (RCS) models were used to assess the dose–response relationship between trace elements and obesity; the weighted quantile sum (WQS) model was used to examine the potential interaction of four plasma trace elements on obesity. Logistic regression analysis showed that plasma Se concentrations in the fourth quartile (Q4) exhibited a lower risk of developing obesity than the first quartile (Q1) (central obesity: OR = 0·634, P = 0·002; general obesity: OR = 0·525, P = 0·005). Plasma Zn concentration in the third quartile (Q3) showed a lower risk of developing obesity in general obesity compared with the first quartile (Q1) (OR = 0·625, P = 0·036). In general obesity, the risk of morbidity was 1·727 and 1·923 times higher for the second and third (Q2, Q3) quartiles of dietary Mn intake than for Q1, respectively. RCS indicated an inverse U-shaped correlation between plasma Se and obesity. WQS revealed the combined effects of four trace elements were negatively associated with central obesity. Plasma Zn and Se were negatively associated with obesity, and dietary Mn was positively associated with obesity. The combined action of the four plasma trace elements had a negative effect on obesity.
Nitrogen fertilizer and landscape position affect soil aggregate size distribution, and intra-aggregate carbon and nitrogen under switchgrass in a marginal cropland
Authors: Singh Navdeep , Chellappa Jemila , Lai Liming , Kumar Sandeep , Hong Chang Oh , Owens Vance N. 
Published: July 2023

AbstractDedicated bioenergy crops such as switchgrass (Panicum virgatum L.) can be grown on marginally productive lands and positively influence soil properties. However, nitrogen management, and landscape can alter soil structural attributes under bioenergy crop production. This study investigated the impacts of long-term nitrogen fertilization (0-N, 0 kg N/ha; 56-N, 56 kg N/ha and 112-N, 112 kg N/ha) and landscape positions (shoulder and footslope) on soil organic carbon (SOC) and structural attributes under switchgrass production. The 112-N rate enhanced the proportion of 2–4 mm water-stable aggregates by 49%, aggregate associated carbon in 2–4 mm and >4 mm aggregates by 16 and 24%, respectively, aggregate associated nitrogen in >4 mm aggregates by 33% and reduced soil bulk density by 19% compared to the 0-N rate. Footslope position increased the proportion of 2–4 mm water-stable aggregates by 26% and lowered bulk density by 8% compared to the shoulder position. Results showed a significant N-rate × landscape position interaction on SOC and glomalin related soil protein content in bulk soil. Overall, this study showed that nitrogen application to switchgrass planted at footslope on a marginally yielding cropland improved soil structure and physical conditions.
Finance and biodiversity conservation: insights from rhinoceros conservation and the first wildlife conservation bond
Authors: Medina Claire , Scales Ivan R. 
Published: July 2023

AbstractThe Rhino Bond is the first financial instrument dedicated to protecting a species. The Bond allows investors to invest in the conservation of the black rhinoceros Diceros bicornis, with the amount of money returned by the investment depending on whether rhinoceros numbers increase (and by how much). In this paper we focus on how the Bond was brought into being. We draw on an analysis of organizational reports along with data collected from interviews with key informants to investigate the roles of the various stakeholders in the Bond, how species and sites were selected, the motivations and experiences of the stakeholders and the involvement of stakeholders in decision-making. We found that although conservation actors are attracted by the potential for new funding, they have experienced challenges navigating complex financial instruments. The needs of financial actors often dictated decision-making, with implications for the species and sites chosen for the Bond. As profits are tied to an increase in population size of a specific species (which needs to be monitored), the instrument has favoured large and easily counted species and populations. Only some sites were able to meet the stringent conditions of financial instruments, including metrics on financial sustainability. We argue that the dominance of financial principles and motives means that not all species or sites will be viable candidates for investment and that conservation finance should not be seen as a panacea.
Use of animated stories to improve music education practices of trainee primary school teachers in Spain
Authors: Esteve-Faubel José María , Botella-Quirant María Teresa , Esteve-Faubel Rosa Pilar 
Published: July 2023

AbstractThis article analyses an interdisciplinary educational experience combining music, ICT, language and art to create an animated story with active listening as a means of improving knowledge of music education practices. The method consisted of a qualitative, exploratory and descriptive study, with a semi-structured open-ended interview and analysis of the corresponding portfolio by both students and teachers with the aim of encouraging systematic reflection on practices and optimising teaching-learning in the nature of action research. The research population consisted of 104 students of the Bachelor’s Degree in Teaching of the Faculty of Education of the University of Alicante (Spain). The results indicated an improvement in music education practices relating to active listening following the pedagogical intervention, leading to the conclusion that inclusion of ICT in music education facilitates real and effective insertion and enhances students’ autonomy in the process of acquisition of musical skills.