bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Tobacco smoke incursion into private residences in Israel: a cross-sectional study examining public perceptions of private rights and support for governmental policies
Authors: Theitler Noa , Rees Vaughan W. , Peled-Raz Maya , Bitan Michal , Rosen Laura J. 
Published: July 2023

Abstract
Background
Tobacco smoke incursion (TSI) into private residences is a widespread problem in many countries. We sought to assess the prevalence of self-reported TSI and public attitudes about TSI in Israel, a country with a relatively high smoking prevalence and high population density.

Methods
We conducted a random digit dial survey among residents in Israel (N = 285) in 2017, which examined the frequency, source, correlates of, and attitudes towards TSI and potential regulatory options. The cooperation rate was 63.9%.

Results
Among respondents, 44.7% reported ever experiencing home TSI, with higher exposure among residents of multi-unit housing (MUH) (MUH versus private homes: aOR (Adjusted Odds Ratio): 3.60, CI (Confidence Interval): [1.96, 6.58], p < .001). Most respondents (69.8%), including nearly half of smokers, prioritized the right of individuals to breath smoke-free air in their apartments over the right of smokers to smoke in their apartments. Women and non-smokers were more likely to support the right to breathe smoke-free air (Women versus men: aOR: 2.77 CI: [1.48, 5.16], p = .001; Nonsmokers versus smokers: aOR: 3.21 CI [1.59, 6.48], p = .001). However, only about a quarter (24.8%) of respondents who ever experienced TSI raised the issue with the neighbor who smoked, the neighbor's landlord, or the building committee. The vast majority (85.2%) of all respondents, including three-quarters of smokers, supported smoke-free legislation for multi-unit housing (MUH), with those ever-exposed to TSI and non-smokers more likely to support legislation (ever-exposed versus never-exposed aOR = 2.99, CI [1.28, 6.97], p = 0.011; nonsmokers versus smokers aOR = 3.00, CI [1.28, 7.01], p = 0.011).

Conclusions
Among study participants, tobacco smoke incursion was a common, yet unwelcome experience. Most respondents believed that the right to breathe smoke-free air in one's apartment superseded that of neighbors to smoke anywhere in their home, and most supported legislation to prevent TSI. Though further study is needed to understand better TSI and effective methods for its prevention, our findings suggest that policy interventions, including legal action at the level of the Supreme Court and/or the Knesset, are needed. Regulation, policy initiatives and campaigns to denormalize smoking in proximity to other people and private residences globally could reduce the scope of this widespread problem, protect individuals from home TSI, and improve population health.
Long non-coding RNA CCHE1 modulates LDHA-mediated glycolysis and confers chemoresistance to melanoma cells
Authors: Ding Zhi , Yang Junyi , Wu Baojin , Wu Yingzhi , Guo Fanli 
Published: July 2023

AbstractMelanoma is considered as the most common metastatic skin cancer with increasing incidence and high mortality globally. The vital roles of long non-coding RNAs (lncRNAs) in the tumorigenesis of melanoma are elucidated by emerging evidence. The lncRNA cervical carcinoma high-expressed 1 (CCHE1) was overexpressed and acted as an oncogene in a variety of cancers, while the function of CCHE1 in melanoma remains unclear. Here, we found that CCHE1 was highly expressed in melanoma and correlated with the poorer survival of melanoma patients. Depletion of CCHE1 inhibited the proliferation, induced cell apoptosis and suppressed in vivo tumor growth. To further understand the functional mechanism of CCHE1, the interacting partners of CCHE1 were identified via RNA pull-down assay followed by mass spectrometry. CCHE1 was found to bind lactate dehydrogenase A (LDHA) and acted as a scaffold to enhance the interaction of LDHA with the fibroblast growth factor receptor type 1 (FGFR1), which consequently enhanced LDHA phosphorylation and activity of LDHA. Inhibiting CCHE1 strikingly suppressed the glycolytic flux of melanoma cells and lactate generation in vivo. Further study demonstrated that CCHE1 desensitized melanoma cells to dacarbazine and inhibition of glycolysis reversed CCHE1-induced chemoresistance. These results uncovered the novel function of CCHE1 in melanoma by reprogramming the glucose metabolism via orchestrating the activity of LDHA.
Laparoscopic resection of a metastatic myxoid liposarcoma in the mesentery of the small intestine: a case report
Authors: Kamehama Fumika , Kinjo Tatsuya , Miyagi Yoshihiro , Furugen Tomonori , Teruya Takao , Tamaki Tomoko , Wada Naoki , Takatsuki Mitsuhisa 
Published: July 2023

Abstract
Background
Myxoid liposarcoma (MLS), with its risk factors, tends to spread to the lungs and extraperitoneally, with intraperitoneal metastases occurring rarely. We present an unusual case of a myxoid liposarcoma that metastasized to the abdominal organs.

Case presentation
A 60-year-old female patient was referred to our hospital for the evaluation of a right upper limb tumor that had been growing for 7 years. The patient refused surgery, and during follow-up, tumor hemorrhage resulted in hemorrhagic shock. The patient’s right upper limb was immediately amputated. MLS was diagnosed histopathologically. Subsequently, the patient underwent adjuvant chemotherapy. Computed tomography (CT) revealed a right buttock mass, a pelvic mass, and left cardiophrenic angle lymph nodes 3 years after the initial surgery. Contrast-enhanced abdominal CT revealed a relatively low-density, lobulated pelvic tumor. Contrast-enhanced pelvic magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) revealed a low-intensity, lobulated mass on T1-weighted images and a high-intensity mass on T2-weighted images. The pelvic mass showed no significant fluorodeoxyglucose (FDG) uptake on positron emission tomography (PET)-CT. On clinical examination, gynecological malignancies were ruled out as the origin of the pelvic lesions. After resection of the right buttock mass, pelvic mass, and left cardiophrenic angle lymph nodes, the patient underwent laparoscopic surgery for a preoperative diagnosis of small intestinal mesenteric metastasis of MLS. A tumor was found in the mesentery of the small intestine and removed with a margin of 5 cm on both the proximal and distal sides. The specimen measured 10 × 8 × 5 cm and contained a multifocal mass. The tumor was found in the mesentery of the small intestine, with no mucosal or submucosal invasion. The patient was diagnosed with MLS with small mesenteric intestinal metastases. On postoperative day 8, the patient was discharged after an uneventful postoperative course. Twelve months after the surgery, there was no evidence of local or distant recurrence.

Conclusions
Small intestinal mesenteric metastases of MLSs are rare. Moreover, there are few reports on laparoscopic resection. In this case, the laparoscopic approach was useful in detecting the tumor location and determining the range of resection.
Giant sacral schwannoma in a neurofibromatosis type 2 patient
Authors: Seth Namdev , Varshney Dushyant , Verma Saumya 
Published: July 2023

Abstract
Background
Neurofibromatosis type 2 is an autosomal dominant disorder, mainly characterized by multiple neurological lesions, such as schwannomas, meningiomas, neurofibromas and intramedullary ependymomas. Schwannomas are usually small circumscribed lesion. Sacral location of a schwannoma with cystic change is a very rare finding. We are presenting one such case with giant cystic schwannoma with fluid–fluid levels in sacral region.

Case presentation
We present a case of 13-year-old female patient, presenting with pelvic pain and gradually progressive bilateral lower limb weakness. On MRI, giant cystic schwannoma with internal fluid–fluid levels was noted in sacral region, extending anteriorly into the presacral region, causing mass effects on pelvic organs, which explained the cause of her symptoms. She also showed the presence of bilateral vestibular schwannoma and multiple small cerebral lesions, leading to the diagnosis of neurofibromatosis type 2.

Conclusions
Our current case of neurofibromatosis type 2, diagnosed by presence of bilateral vestibular schwannoma, shows atypically large sacral cystic schwannomas and cerebral subcortical lesions, probably representing glial microhamartomas. Sacral schwannomas can be of giant size with cystic changes and fluid–fluid levels, mimicking aneurismal bone cyst, as in current case.
Effect of alternative load path design method on preventing progressive collapse and reducing the rehabilitation cost using FEMA-P58
Authors: Ashoub Mahmoud Mohamed Nabil Maher , Attia Walid Abdel Latif 
Published: July 2023

AbstractThe alternative load path (ALP) method is an important modern design approach to prevent progressive collapse of buildings by redesigning adjacent structural elements to provide an alternative load path in case of partial collapse. This may lead to tangible changes in the mass and stiffness of the building, which means a change in the seismic behavior of the building. This shows the fact that choosing and designing an alternative load path is not an easy task. Studying the improvement in the seismic behavior of the building, whether direct or indirect, as a result of using the ALP, is the main objective of this paper. To achieve this goal, this study examined approximately 96 models, including the study of the possibility of progressive collapse occurring, whether there is or isn't an alternative path for the loads using non-linear static and dynamic analysis, as well as evaluating the study models using various seismic evaluation methods, where both the nonlinear static pushover analysis method and the FEMA-P58 method were used and compared. The study models are divided into two sections, with and without (ALP). The study models are also categorized by building height using heights of 6, 9, 12 and 15 floors. The models were also divided based on the locations of weak points in the original design that may be susceptible to damage and lead to progressive collapse, whether they are internal, side, or corner weak columns. The findings from the examined models indicate that the efficiency of (ALP) systems is more prominent in low and mid-height buildings compared to tall buildings. Additionally, the results demonstrate that the FEMA-P58 method yields similar predictions regarding building behavior as traditional seismic assessment methods like pushover analysis, but in a simplified manner that benefits non-engineers by providing clear insights into the financial and temporal aspects of different structural system solutions.
Volunteering, Mentoring, Tutoring – Three Pillars of Eventful Social Practice
Authors: Ivanova Irina 
Published: July 2023

The article discusses the possibilities of volunteering, mentoring, tutoring in the development, socialization and upbringing of children and youth, reveals the general and specific aspects of these social practices, as well as the significance of their application at the present stage. As a distinctive characteristic of these social practices, eventfulness is determined, which allows the participants in the interaction to realize their subjective position. The materials proposed in the article can be used in the process of teaching students in the areas of training: «Organization of work with youth», «Psychological and pedagogical education», «Pedagogical education», levels of higher education – bachelor’s and master’s programs in the process of students mastering disciplines that meaningfully reveal questions theories and methods of organizing volunteering, mentoring and tutoring.
Perceptions of abortion access across the United States prior to the Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Organization decision: Results from a national survey
Authors: Crawford Brandon L. , Simmons Megan K. , Turner Ronna C. , Lo Wen‐Juo , Jozkowski Kristen N. 
Published: July 2023

AbstractContextAbortion is common in the United States (US), although access is becoming more difficult for some. In addition to restrictive policies that ban most abortion, limit the number of providers and increase costs, barriers to access also include less supportive cultural climates and stigma related to abortion. Prior to the Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health decision of the United States Supreme Court, research suggested that people generally believed it was easy to access abortion, but this research did not examine the underlying factors that drive these perceptions.MethodsIn 2019, using data from closed and open‐ended survey questions, we examined differences in people's assessment of abortion access within the state they reside and factors that influence those perceptions. We recruited English‐ and Spanish‐speaking US adults (N = 2599) from Qualtrics' national panel using quota‐based sampling to participate in a web‐based survey. We used multinomial logistic regression to examine predictors of access perceptions across demographic characteristics and thematic analysis to analyze open‐ended responses.ResultsFifty‐three percent of participants believed abortion was easy to access in their state. Spanish speakers and participants from legislatively “hostile” states were more likely to perceive access as difficult. Legality‐related knowledge and pro‐life identity were associated with perceiving abortion access as easy.ConclusionsPrior to Dobbs, participants' interpretation of the ease or difficulty of accessing abortion were subjective. Misconceptions about state abortion laws and the prevalence of providers were common, suggesting a need for more education about abortion laws, policies, and access.
DETERMINANTS OF VITAMIN D STATUS ON PRESCHOOL CHILDREN AGED 48-59 MONTHS OLD IN KENDARI
Authors: Jufri Nurnashriana , Sri Anna Marliyati  , Faisal Anwar  , Ikeu Ekayanti  
Published: July 2023

Vitamin D deficiency is a world health problem because it affects more than one billion children and adults. This study aims to identify factors associated with vitamin D status in preschool children aged 48-59 months old. The study used a cross-sectional design on 96 preschool children aged 48-59 months old in Kendari city. The withdrawal of research subjects used a consecutive sampling method. Data on the characteristics of the respondents and the characteristics of the parents of the respondents were obtained through interviews using a questionnaire. A digital scale and a stadiometer determine nutritional status by measuring body weight and height. The Chemiluminescent Microparticle Immunoassay (CMIA) method was used to determine serum levels of 25(OH)D. Meanwhile, the data analysis used the Chi-Square test, Kolmogorov Smirnov, and independent sample T-test. The prevalence of preschool children aged 48-59 months with vitamin D deficiency was 9.4%, 57.3% insufficiency, and 33.3% sufficiency. There was no relationship between gender, BMI/U, physical activity, vitamin D admissions, length of sun presentation, parental income, and mother's education with vitamin D status of preschool children aged 48-59 months old in Kendari city (P > 0.05). In this case, a strategy is needed to increase vitamin D intake through mandatory vitamin D fortification in the food industry and evaluating the time and amount of light exposure to sunlight is required to prevent vitamin D deficiency in preschoolers.
Research on operation characteristics of hoisting conveyance under mining deformation action in mine vertical shaft
Authors: Zhao Jianlong , Han Jinna , Ma Chi , Xiao Xingming , Jiang Yuqiang , Zhang Yongchao 
Published: July 2023

Abstract
In order to improve the operating stability of the mine hoisting system and provide reference and guidance for monitoring the mining shaft deformation (MSD), the operating characteristics of the hoisting conveyance (OCHC) under MSD are studied. Firstly, a simplified finite element model based on spring element is established for analyzing the guide rail (GR) deformation law under MSD, and the deformation result calculated by ANSYS is transformed into the geometric model in the dynamics model. Secondly, the transversal-longitudinal coupling relationship of the guide roller (GRO) is analyzed, and it is deduced that the variation law of the contact relationship between the guide roller and rail (GROR) with its deformation and the HC position. On the basis of the above, the dynamics model of the mine hoisting system established by ADAMS is verified by experiment and used to analyze the operating characteristics (OC) under different types and degrees and connection states. The analysis results show that the deformation result transformation of GR can characterize the SD trend and the connection state between the bunton and shaft and GR under MSD and can realize the co-simulation of ANSYS and ADAMS, which makes the dynamic model can accurately reflect the OCHC under MSD. The displacement and vibration acceleration of HC in MSD direction, angular displacement (AD) around its vertical axis and buffer relative displacement (BRD) are highly sensitive to the deformation and contain prominent feature, which can realize the characterization of the deformation. The vibration acceleration of hoisting conveyance (VAHC) and the BRD in the deformation direction produce a prominent impact response to the disconnection between the bunton and guide rail (BGR). The disconnection of the bunton from shaft only changes the frequency and amplitude of the low-frequency oscillation of BRD near disconnection position. It can provide a basis for identifying MSD and mitigating its effect on HC.
Responses of soil microbial community activities and soil physicochemical properties to coal fly ash soil amendment
Authors: Li Fangze , Qi Tianqi , Li Xiaohua , Wu Zhenqing , Men Shuhui , Zhang Shiwei , Huang Zhanbin , Liu Hongchao 
Published: July 2023

Abstract

With the rapid development of industry, the consumption of coal has been increasing, and several hundred millions tons of coal fly ash are produced annually worldwide. Direct application of coal fly ash to agricultural production poses ecological risk of heavy metal pollution with low land productivity. In this study, a field experiment of coal fly ash soil amendment was conducted in Hebei province, China. The coal fly ash soil field was added with the carrier soil (CS, without containing coal fly ash) at different rate (0–40% mass content) in 0-20cm top soil layer, mixed with a rotovator, and then added with 0.45–1.80 kg·m− 2 soil amendment G1 for planting maize. The effect of soil amendments on soil physicochemical properties, maize yield, especially on soil microbial community activities were investigated in coal fly ash soil field. The results showed that G1 amendment improved the soil chemical properties and physical structure by increasing soil bulk density and soil macroaggregates. The highest maize yield was observed in B5 treatment (20% CS and 1.3500 kg·m− 2 G1). Meanwhile, the abundance of microorganisms facilitating the circulation of soil nutrients such as Acidobacteria (77.05%), Sphingomonas (25.60%), Nitrospira (20.78%), Streptomyces (11.32%), and Gaiella (10.20%) was increased. Overall, our results reveal that coal fly ash soil amendment can improve soil microbial functions, thus enhancing soil sustainability. Our findings provide the reference for the development and application of coal fly ash soil amendments.
Employment effects of the Italian Jobs Act: An ex-post impact evaluation
Authors: Zeli Alessandro , Nascia Leopoldo 
Published: July 2023

Abstract
In 2015 Italy adopted a new labor market policy, the so-called Jobs Act (JA) that is aimed at fostering employment and reducing costs in firing employees. JA granted a relevant hiring subsidy in the form of relief on social security contributions. JA included a new regulation that lowered firing costs and made them less uncertain. In this paper we investigated how the Jobs Act previsions affects employment. We estimate the impact of Jobs Act relief on social security contributions and the effect of new firing rules on employment using a large sample of Italian firms and by applying a two-step procedure: propensity score matching and Difference-in-Difference estimation. The main finding is a weak temporary increase of new hiring due to lower labor costs and labor dismissal deregulation. Actually, the outcomes of this model do not signal a strong effect of these measures both for the employment changes and for flexible workers changes. The employment changes seem to be benefited more from new dismission rules than from de-contribution incentives.
Altruism and Private Investment in Human Capital
Authors: Accolley Delali 
Published: July 2023

Abstract
We developed a dynamic deterministic general equilibrium model that explains human capital accumulation through schooling. The model is characterized by altruism in the sense parents, caring about the welfare of their young children, impart them freely some knowledge and help them financially. The education regime is private and features distinguishing our model are: (1) the young households are economically active and (2) allocating time to schooling or labor causes disutility. We calibrated the model to some balanced growth facts observed in Quebec.
We show that the assumption that students are not economically active is at odds with observations and distorts the available estimators of the threshold level of altruism. According to our comparison of equilibria, students can incur debts, even when parent-tochild altruism is above its threshold level. Besides, they increase their labor supply and decrease curricular activities, as the level of altruism declines.
We have also simulated our model to investigate the impacts of the tuition rate and the ability to learn. When the tuition rate rises, on impact, the young substitute labor for education. But, in the long-run, the time allocated to education rises back towards its initial level. The physical capital stock and output remain higher. An improvement in the ability to learn generates qualitatively the opposite effects. Finally, we have used our findings to provide answers to some questions raised by the student crisis named Maple Spring Quebec witnessed following the decision of the government to increase tuition.
JEL Classification: I25 , O31 , O41
Pickering emulsion stabilized by lignin particles: influence of oil phase, lignin concentration and particle size
Authors: Pang Yuxia , Luo Yingdong , Li Zhiping , Luo Yanling , Lou Hongming , Zhou Mingsong 
Published: July 2023

Abstract

Pickering emulsion stabilized by lignin particles has many advantages such as high flexibility, natural non-toxicity, anti-oxidation and anti-ultraviolet. In order to promote the application of industrial lignin in the field of Pickering emulsions, this study has done a comparatively systematic and basic research on Pickering emulsions stabilized by lignin particles. The emulsification effects of lignin particles on cyclohexane and n-decanol which have opposite polarity were compared firstly under different oil-water ratios. It was found that stable emulsions formed when the three-phase contact angle of oil/water/lignin was closer to 90°. The weakly polar cyclohexane could be well-emulsified by lignin particles, while the strong polar n-decanol could hardly be. Cyclohexane was used as the oil phase to discuss the emulsification ability of lignin particles under different concentration or with different particle size. The results show increasing the concentration of lignin particles or reducing the particle size can improve the emulsification performance.