bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Gender Stereotypes Selectively Affect the Remembering of Highly Valued Professions
Authors: Sebastián-Tirado Alba , Félix-Esbrí Sonia , Forn Cristina , Sanchis-Segura Carla 
Published: March 2023

AbstractThis study includes two experiments designed to assess the effects of occupational gender-related stereotypes on information processing and memory performance. These two experiments were conducted in two separate cohorts of undergraduate students (N = 107 and N = 96, respectively). In each of them, we assessed (and confirmed) the presence of an implicit association preferentially linking high status attributes to men using the Implicit Association Test (IAT). We also assessed the effective incorporation of this association into gender-schemata and its consequences for information processing with a memory task that involved remembering the feminine and masculine forms of high or low status professional occupations. Results indicated that, independently of their gender, participants were more likely to forget and less likely to falsely recall the feminine forms of high status professions, whereas the opposite was true for the masculine forms of high status professions. The magnitude of these memory biases was correlated with the IAT scores. Moreover, in agreement with the predictions of gender-schemata theory, these memory biases (and their correlations with IAT scores) were predominantly observed when participants were not adverted that their recall would be evaluated later on (incidental-encoding memory task; Experiment 1), but less so when participants were explicitly instructed to memorize the same feminine and masculine forms of high or low status professional occupations (intentional encoding memory task; Experiment 2). Taken together, these results call into question the notion that gender stereotypes about professional occupations are declining, and they highlight a “men-high-status” association as a major component of these occupational stereotypes.
A Mean Value Theorem for Tangentially Convex Functions
Authors: Martínez-Legaz Juan Enrique 
Published: March 2023

AbstractThe main result is an equality type mean value theorem for tangentially convex functions in terms of tangential subdifferentials, which generalizes the classical one for differentiable functions, as well as Wegge theorem for convex functions. The new mean value theorem is then applied, analogously to what is done in the classical case, to characterize, in the tangentially convex context, Lipschitz functions, increasingness with respect to the ordering induced by a closed convex cone, convexity, and quasiconvexity.
Fungicide sensitivity of grapevine bacteria with plant growth-promoting traits and antagonistic activity as non-target microorganisms
Authors: Andreolli Marco , Lampis Silvia , Tosi Lorenzo , Marano Viviana , Zapparoli Giacomo 
Published: March 2023

AbstractThis study evaluates the capacity of commercial formulations of synthetic fungicides to inhibit grapevine bacterial growth when sprayed on vineyards to control diseases, such as downy mildew, powdery mildew and secondary rots. Fungicide sensitivity plate assays were carried out on bacteria isolated from vineyards that were also identified and characterized for their plant growth-promoting (PGP) traits and antifungal activity. The high taxonomic variability of bacteria screened with different chemical classes of fungicides is one new finding of this study. Seven out of 11 fungicides were able to inhibit the growth of bacteria at a concentration corresponding to the maximum dose allowed by law in spray treatments of vineyards. Bacterial sensitivity to each fungicide varied greatly. Many sensitive isolates displayed PGP traits and/or antagonistic activity. This study shows the potential impact of fungicidal treatments on grapevine bacterial microbiota. The involvement of bacteria beneficial to the growth and health of plants underlines the importance of this investigation. Our data reveal that the control of a certain disease may be possible using fungicides that have no or low impact on natural non-target microbiota. Understanding the action mechanisms of the active ingredients in these products is a priority for the development of new eco-friendly pesticides.
U.S. House Prices by Census Division: Persistence, Trends and Structural Breaks
Authors: Caporale Guglielmo Maria , Gil-Alana Luis Alberiko 
Published: March 2023

Abstract
This paper uses fractional integration methods to examine persistence, trends and structural breaks in United States house prices, more specifically the monthly Federal Housing Finance Agency House Price Index for census divisions, and the United States as a whole over the period from January 1991 to August 2022. The full sample estimates imply that the order of integration of the series is above one in all cases, and is particularly high for the aggregate series, implying high levels of persistence. However, when the possibility of structural breaks is taken into account, segmented trends are detected. The subsample estimates of the fractional differencing parameter tend to be lower, with mean reversion occurring in a number of cases. This means that shocks in the series are expected to be transitory in these subsamples, disappearing in the long run by themselves. In addition, the time trend coefficient is at its highest in the last subsample, which in most cases starts around May 2020 coincident with the beginning of the coronavirus pandemic. The results provide clear evidence of differences between census divisions, which implies that appropriate housing policies should be designed at the local (rather than at the federal) level.
Dissipation kinetics and exposure of spirotetramat and pymetrozine in open fields, a prelude to risk assessment of green bean consumption
Authors: Malhat Farag , Bakery Mona , Abdallah Osama , Youssef Mohamed , Ghany Walaa Abd El , Abdallah Amira , Greish Sarah , Gaber Mona M. , Purnama Indra , Abdelsalam Shokr , Ahmed Mohamed Tawfic 
Published: March 2023

Abstract
Determination and dissipation kinetics of pymetrozine and spirotetramat in green bean were studied using a QuEChERS method coupled to high-performance liquid chromatography-tandem mass spectrometry. Pymetrozine recoveries ranged between 88.4–93.7%, with relative standard deviation (RSD) of 5.5–14.4%. For spirotetramat the recoveries ranged between 91.7–103.4%, and the RSD were in the range of 3.2 to 12.4%. The limits of quantification (LOQs) were 0.01 mg/kg and 0.005 mg/kg for pymetrozine and spirotetramat, respectively.The developed analytical method was used to study the degradation rates of pymetrozine and spirotetramat in green bean grown in open field. Results showed that pymetrozine and spirotetramat followed the first-order kinetics model with half-lives of 3.3 days and 4.2 days, respectively. Furthermore, risk assessment was carried out which showed that, the chronic risk quotient (RQc) values for pymetrozine and spirotetramat were much lower than 100%. The present results indicated that the health risks posed for consumers by the pymetrozine and spirotetramat residues were negligible at the recommended dosages.
Green composites based on volcanic red algae Cyanidiales, cellulose, and coffee waste biomass modified with magnetic nanoparticles for the removal of methylene blue
Authors: Pietrzyk Paulina , Borowska Ewa Izabela , Hejduk Patrycja , Camargo Bruno Cury , Warczak Magdalena , Nguyen Thu Phuong , Pregowska Agnieszka , Gniadek Marianna , Szczytko Jacek , Wilczewski Sławomir , Osial Magdalena 
Published: March 2023

AbstractIn this paper, green nanocomposites based on biomass and superparamagnetic nanoparticles were synthesized and used as adsorbents to remove methylene blue (MB) from water with magnetic separation. The adsorbents were synthesized through the wet co-precipitation technique, in which iron-oxide nanoparticles coated the cores based on coffee, cellulose, and red volcanic algae waste. The procedure resulted in materials that could be easily separated from aqueous solutions with magnets. The morphology and chemical composition of the nanocomposites were characterized by SEM, FT-IR, and XPS methods. The adsorption studies of MB removal with UV-vis spectrometry showed that the adsorption performance of the prepared materials strongly depended on their morphology and the type of the organic adsorbent. The adsorption studies presented the highest effectiveness in neutral pH with only a slight effect on ionic strength. The MB removal undergoes pseudo-second kinetics for all adsorbents. The maximal adsorption capacity for the coffee@Fe3O4–2, cellulose@Fe3O4–1, and algae@Fe3O4–1 is 38.23 mg g−1, 41.61 mg g−1, and 48.41 mg g−1, respectively. The mechanism of MB adsorption follows the Langmuir model using coffee@Fe3O4and cellulose@Fe3O4, while for algae@Fe3O4the process fits to the Redlich-Peterson model. The removal efficiency analysis based on UV-vis adsorption spectra revealed that the adsorption effectiveness of the nanocomposites increased as follows: coffee@Fe3O4–2 > cellulose@Fe3O4–1 > algae@Fe3O4–1, demonstrating an MB removal efficiency of up to 90%.
Planning for an offshore oiled wildlife response: case studies from New Zealand and Brazil
Authors: Chilvers B. L. , Ruoppolo V. 
Published: March 2023

Abstract
When an offshore oil spill occurs, it is often assumed that there will be no wildlife impacted or that an oiled wildlife response could not be undertaken. In most cases, one or both assumptions are wrong. With increasing offshore fishing, petroleum exploration, and shipping routes, the risk of accidents and spills offshore has increased. This review outlines the important considerations for offshore oiled wildlife response and explores two case studies on offshore oiled wildlife response planning based on offshore drilling or active platforms in New Zealand and Brazil. There are significant challenges for running a response in offshore environments; however, with planning, including preparation of specialized response plans, equipment, and readiness of skilled personnel, an offshore oiled wildlife response can lead to greater survival and protection for wildlife and the environment.
Air Pollution Coverage, Anti-Chinese Sentiment, and Attitudes Towards Foreign Policy in South Korea
Authors: Song Esther E. 
Published: March 2023

AbstractAir pollutants allegedly originating from China have become a thorny issue in South Korea. Despite a neutral view of the topic on the part of the South Korean government, recent public polls show a high correlation between the air pollution issue and negative sentiment toward China. How has the media reported on China regarding air pollutants in South Korea? What is the effect of media reports on air pollution on anti-Chinese sentiment and foreign policy attitudes? By examining news headlines and Twitter data in 2015 and 2018, this work finds that media reports blaming China for air pollution doubled during the 2015–2018 period. Discourse surrounding air pollution also shifted: negative sentiment directed at both the Chinese government and the Chinese people increased in 2018 compared to 2015. In addition, an original online survey experiment shows that China-blaming articles have a causal effect on increasing related resentment, particularly toward Chinese people, and that this effect is moderated by age group. Such articles have also had negative effects on foreign policy attitudes via increased anti-Chinese sentiment; greater hostility toward the Chinese people is found to have a causal effect on reduced support for strengthening relations with their country.
White matter abnormalities in paediatric obsessive–compulsive disorder: a systematic review of diffusion tensor imaging studies
Authors: Haghshomar Maryam , Mirghaderi Seyed Peyman , Shobeiri Parnian , James Anthony , Zarei Mojtaba 
Published: March 2023

AbstractMicrostructural alterations in white matter are evident in obsessive–compulsive disorder (OCD) both in adult and paediatric populations. Paediatric patients go through the process of maturation and thus may undergo different pathophysiology than adult OCD. Findings from studies in paediatric obsessive–compulsive disorder have been inconsistent, possibly due to their small sample size or heterogeneous populations. The aim of this review is to provide a comprehensive overview of white matter structures in paediatric obsessive–compulsive disorder and their correlation with clinical features. Based on PRISMA guidelines, we performed a systematic search on diffusion tensor imaging studies that reported fractional anisotropy, mean diffusivity, radial diffusivity, or axial diffusivity alterations between paediatric patients with obsessive–compulsive disorder and healthy controls using voxel-based analysis, or tract‐based spatial statistics. We identified fifteen relevant studies. Most studies reported changes predominantly in the corpus callosum, cingulum, arcuate fasciculus, uncinate fasciculus, inferior longitudinal fasciculus, superior longitudinal fasciculus, inferior fronto-occipital fasciculus, corticospinal tract, forceps minor and major, and the cerebellum in paediatric obsessive–compulsive disorder. These alterations included increased and decreased fractional anisotropy and radial diffusivity, and increased mean and axial diffusivity in different white matter tracts. These changes were associated with obsessive–compulsive disorder symptoms. Moreover, specific genetic polymorphisms were linked with cerebellar white matter changes in paediatric obsessive–compulsive disorder. White matter changes are widespread in paediatric OCD patients. These changes are often associated with symptoms however there are controversies in the direction of changes in some tracts.
Let’s face it: When and how facial emojis increase the persuasiveness of electronic word of mouth
Authors: Maiberger Tobias , Schindler David , Koschate-Fischer Nicole 
Published: March 2023

AbstractFacial emojis have increasingly permeated electronic word of mouth (eWOM), but the persuasive consequences of this phenomenon remain unclear. Drawing on emotions as social information (EASI) theory, this research reveals that facial emojis influence persuasion (e.g., product choice) by affecting emotional arousal and perceived ambiguity. While the effect through emotional arousal is generally positive, the effect through ambiguity depends on the emojis’ function in eWOM: facial emojis that replace a verbal expression increase ambiguity and therefore reduce persuasion, whereas those that reiterate a verbal expression decrease ambiguity and therefore enhance persuasion. Both the emotional-arousal and ambiguity pathways determine the net persuasive effect. This research also explores two situations (high verbal context richness and eWOM from strong ties) where replacing facial emojis can increase persuasion. Finally, the authors show that facial emojis’ persuasive power is generalizable to online brand communications, influencing key management outcomes such as click-through rates for digital ads.
Postcolonialism as a Reverse Discourse in Egyptology: De-colonizing Historiography and Archaeology of Ancient Egypt and Nubia Part 2
Authors: Matić Uroš 
Published: March 2023

AbstractThis paper investigates the use of postcolonial theory in Egyptology and Sudan archaeology. Theories and concepts developed out of examinations of specific historical colonial encounters were often applied by Egyptologists with little or no critical historical contextualization. Consequently, when using postcolonial theories and concepts some Egyptologists unwillingly transferred specific historical backgrounds to both ancient Egyptian experiences and those of their neighbours. This is inspected using the concept of reverse discourse as developed by M. Foucault. We need to construct novel and more data-informed concepts to understand the experiences and realities of living under Egyptian occupation.
Dietary Exposure to Toxic Metals (Cd, Pb and Hg) from Cereals Marketed in Madeira and the Azores
Authors: Rubio Carmen , Gutiérrez Ángel J. , Hardisson Arturo , Martín Verónica , Revert Consuelo , Pestana Fernandes Paulo Jorge , Horta Lopes David João , Paz-Montelongo Soraya 
Published: March 2023

Abstract
Cereals and cereal-based foods continue to be basic foods in all diets. Despite being known for their high nutritional value; they can also contain contaminants (hazards) such as toxic metals. This study assesses the Cd, Pb and Hg dietary exposure from cereals and derivatives marketed in Madeira and the Azores and characterizes the risks by evaluating the Cd and Hg intake contributions to the tolerable intakes and by estimating the Margin of Exposure (MOE) in the case of Pb. In Madeira, metals follow the descending order of Cd > Pb > Hg. Cd stands out as having the highest levels (0.307 mg Cd/kg in oats; 0.237 mg/kg in rye). High levels of Pb (0.347 mg/kg) were also detected in rye. Regarding total mercury, rice stands out (0.0013 mg/kg) followed by wheat (0.001 mg/kg). While all cereals and derivatives except maize consumed in Madeira exceed the maximum value of Cd allowed by the EU, 50.0% of the rye and 25.0% of the corn flour samples exceeded the European Pb limit. The daily consumption of 100 g of oats, rye flour and rye represent high contributions to the TWI of Cd (93.2 – 120%). The MOE values of Pb from the consumption of rye (100 g/day) are 1,294 (nephrotoxic effects) and 3,082 (cardiotoxic effects). In the Azores, corn flour (0.72 mg Pb/kg) stands out with 85.7% of the samples exceeding the maximum Pb EU limit and MOE values of 626 (nephrotoxic effects) and 1,490 (cardiotoxic effects). Regular daily consumption of corn flour makes a low (< 10%) contribution to the Cd TDI. In conclusion, the Pb exposure from the consumption of cereals and derivatives could have toxic effects such as nephrotoxicity or cardiotoxicity in adults. The results highlight the need to set up monitoring and surveillance programs for the safety of cereals and their derivatives in Madeira and the Azores in terms of lead and cadmium.
The Aldose Reductase Inhibitor Epalrestat Maintains Blood–Brain Barrier Integrity by Enhancing Endothelial Cell Function during Cerebral Ischemia
Authors: Zhang Tongshuai , Wu Jinrong , Yao Xinmin , Zhang Yao , Wang Yue , Han Yang , Wu Yun , Xu Zhenyu , Lan Jing , Han Siyu , Zou Haifeng , Sun Qixu , Wang Dandan , Zhang Jingyu , Wang Guangyou 
Published: March 2023

Abstract
Excessive activation of aldose reductase (AR) in the brain is a risk factor for aggravating cerebral ischemia injury. Epalrestat is the only AR inhibitor with proven safety and efficacy, which is used in the clinical treatment of diabetic neuropathy. However, the molecular mechanisms underlying the neuroprotection of epalrestat remain unknown in the ischemic brain. Recent studies have found that blood–brain barrier (BBB) damage was mainly caused by increased apoptosis and autophagy of brain microvascular endothelial cells (BMVECs) and decreased expression of tight junction proteins. Thus, we hypothesized that the protective effect of epalrestat is mainly related to regulating the survival of BMVECs and tight junction protein levels after cerebral ischemia. To test this hypothesis, a mouse model of cerebral ischemia was established by permanent middle cerebral artery ligation (pMCAL), and the mice were treated with epalrestat or saline as a control. Epalrestat reduced the ischemic volume, enhanced BBB function, and improved the neurobehavior after cerebral ischemia. In vitro studies revealed that epalrestat increased the expression of tight junction proteins, and reduced the levels of cleaved-caspase3 and LC3 proteins in mouse BMVECs (bEnd.3 cells) exposed to oxygen–glucose deprivation (OGD). In addition, bicalutamide (an AKT inhibitor) and rapamycin (an mTOR inhibitor) increased the epalrestat-induced reduction in apoptosis and autophagy related protein levels in bEnd.3 cells with OGD treatment. Our findings suggest that epalrestat improves BBB function, which may be accomplished by reducing AR activation, promoting tight junction proteins expression, and upregulating AKT/mTOR signaling pathway to inhibit apoptosis and autophagy in BMVECs.
TIGAR Protects Cochlear Hair Cells against Teicoplanin-Induced Damage
Authors: Zhang Qiongmin , Yao Zhiqun , Chen Fang , Wang Xue , Wang Man , Lu Junze , Meng Yu , Xu Lei , Han Yuechen , Liu Wenwen , Wang Haibo 
Published: March 2023

Abstract
Teicoplanin is a glycopeptide antibiotic used to treat severe staphylococcal infections. It has been claimed that teicoplanin possesses ototoxic potential, although its toxic effects on cochlear hair cells (HCs) remain unknown. The TP53-induced glycolysis and apoptosis regulator (TIGAR) plays a crucial role in promoting cell survival. Prior research has demonstrated that TIGAR protects spiral ganglion neurons against cisplatin damage. However, the significance of TIGAR in damage to mammalian HCs has not yet been investigated. In this study, firstly, we discovered that teicoplanin caused dose-dependent cell death in vitro in both HEI-OC1 cells and cochlear HCs. Next, we discovered that HCs and HEI-OC1 cells treated with teicoplanin exhibited a dramatically decrease in TIGAR expression. To investigate the involvement of TIGAR in inner ear injury caused by teicoplanin, the expression of TIGAR was either upregulated via recombinant adenovirus or downregulated by shRNA in HEI-OC1 cells. Overexpression of TIGAR increased cell viability, decreased apoptosis, and decreased intracellular reactive oxygen species (ROS) level, whereas downregulation of TIGAR decreased cell viability, exacerbated apoptosis, and elevated ROS level following teicoplanin injury. Finally, antioxidant therapy with N-acetyl-L-cysteine decreased ROS level, prevented cell death, and restored p38/phosphorylation-p38 expression levels in HEI-OC1 cells injured by teicoplanin. This study demonstrates that TIGAR may be a promising novel target for the prevention of teicoplanin-induced ototoxicity.
Investigating pathways to a net-zero emissions building sector in the European Union: what role for the energy efficiency first principle?
Authors: Mandel Tim , Kranzl Lukas , Popovski Eftim , Sensfuß Frank , Müller Andreas , Eichhammer Wolfgang 
Published: March 2023

AbstractEuropean Union (EU) legislation is increasingly embracing the energy efficiency first (EE1st) principle. This principle seeks to prioritise energy efficiency measures whenever these involve lower costs to society than generators, networks and other energy supply options while achieving the same outcomes. This study contributes to the quantitative evidence on the relevance of EE1st by modelling the impact of moderate to ambitious end-use energy efficiency measures on energy supply and the associated system cost under a net-zero greenhouse gas emissions constraint by 2050. These measures focus on the EU building sector and include both building retrofits (e.g. wall insulation) and efficient products (e.g. lighting). The results indicate that implementing more ambitious energy saving measures reduces the total electricity, heat and hydrogen capacities needed to achieve the net-zero target. Reducing energy use in buildings by at least 21% between 2020 and 2050 is essential to avoid excessive energy supply costs. This requires actions that go well beyond business-as-usual trends. Reductions of around 30% could be justified on the grounds of (i) high fossil fuel prices and (ii) multiple impacts (e.g. health benefits). Overall, the outcomes provide reasonable justification for the EE1st principle. To put the principle into practice, policy actions such as doubling building renovation rates and setting higher energy efficiency targets are key.