bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Investigation of the Dietary Preferences of Two Dorid Nudibranchs by Feeding-Choice Experiments and Chemical Analysis
Authors: Gris Lauren , Battershill Christopher N. , Prinsep Michele R. 
Published: July 2023

AbstractFeeding-choice experiments were conducted under laboratory conditions with two dorid spongivorous nudibranchs, Goniobranchus aureomarginatus and Ceratosoma amoenum, collected from a sponge meadow off Tauranga, New Zealand with two sponge prey (Dysidea teawanui sp.nov. and an undescribed species from the Dictyodendrillidae family, possibly Dictyodendrilla tenella (Lendenfeld 1888). The first choice of prey, the total number of prey choices made, and the time spent on each prey target was recorded, results indicating that each nudibranch had strong preferences for specific prey species. Preferences were significant when the time spent grazing on prey was taken into consideration. Goniobranchus aureomarginatus had a strong preference for the undescribed Dictyodendrillid sponge, while Ceratosoma ameonum preferred Dysidea teawanui. The results of the feeding-choice experiments matched observations in the wild. Chemical analysis of the undescribed Dictyodendrillid sponge led to the isolation and characterisation of six known bioactive metabolites, dictyodendrin C (1), D (2) and F (3), as well as denigrin E (4), dactylpyrrole A (5) and lamellarin O1 (6). Two of the known compounds, dictyodendrins C (1) and F (3) were also isolated from G. aureomarginatus individuals. Chemical analysis of D. teawanui afforded ergosterol peroxide, 5α,8α-epidioxy-24-methylcholesta-6,22-dien-3β-ol (7). The structures of the isolated natural products were elucidated based on extensive analysis of 1D and 2D NMR data.
Understanding the relationship between residential environment, social exclusion, and life satisfaction of private renters in Shenzhen
Authors: Li Bo , Jin Chi , Jansen Sylvia J.T. , van der Heijden Harry , Boelhouwer Peter 
Published: July 2023

AbstractThe recent revival of the private rented sector in many regions highlights the importance of understanding the well-being of private renters. While there is a consensus that private renters are less satisfied with their life than homeowners, little attention has been given to examining the life satisfaction of private renters from different sub-sectors, nor has the underlying mechanism linking residential environment and life satisfaction been thoroughly investigated. The present paper aims to address these gaps by examining the life satisfaction of private renters from different sub-sectors in Shenzhen, China. We propose a model, based on Amérigo and Aragones’ (1997) theoretical framework, that links residential environment, social exclusion, and life satisfaction. The model fits well with the data collected from 619 renters. The results showed that only 38% of the respondent private renters were satisfied with their life. Furthermore, we found urban village renters were significantly less satisfied with their life compared with renters living in commercial housing and Long-term Rented Apartments. Path analysis results suggest that some objective aspects of the residential environment, renters’ perceived social exclusion, and their residential satisfaction could explain a substantial proportion of the variances in life satisfaction while the influence of demographic variables was found to be insignificant. Perceived equal citizenship rights, perceived discrimination, and perceived reasonable rent were shown to have significant effects on life satisfaction. The paper concludes with a discussion on policy implications aimed at enhancing the life satisfaction of private renters.
Separation of overlapping phases for Se88Te10Ag2 glass
Authors: Hamad D. , Moustafa Samar , Abdel‑Rahim M. A. , Abdelraheem A. M. 
Published: July 2023

AbstractResults of crystallization kinetics for Se88Te10Ag2 glass using differential scanning calorimetry under non-isothermal condition are described and discussed. The glass has a single glass transition and two crystalline phases that overlap. The Gaussian fit model was used to separate the overlapping crystalline phases. By applying the Matusita et al. approach to analyses the data, it was possible to determine the activation energy (Ec) and Avrami exponent (n) for the two phases. The average Ec values for the first and the second phases are 126.16 and 113.99 kJ mol−1, respectively. It was shown that the activation energy strongly depended on the heating rate. Using the Kissinger–Akahira–Sunose method, the variable activation energies with crystalline fraction are calculated. This variation demonstrates how the transition from the amorphous to the crystalline phase is a complicated process requiring several nucleation and growth mechanisms. It was discussed if the Johnson–Mehl–Avrami model to describe the crystallization for the composition under investigation. The results show SB(M, N) that model is more appropriate to represent the crystallization process for the examined composition. While the results agree with JMA models at low heating rates. Through the use of scanning electron microscopy and X-ray diffraction, the crystalline phases for the two stages were identified.
Metaphors of violence and survival: Primo Levi’s philosophy of chemistry
Authors: Arnds Peter 
Published: July 2023

AbstractOne of the principal dilemmas Holocaust survivors have faced is how to voice the traumatic memories that haunt them. Although in his seminal Language and Silence George Steiner once claimed that “the world of Auschwitz lies outside speech as it lies outside reason”, the Italian Holocaust survivor Primo Levi was an obvious exception in having been able to voice his trauma throughout his life by writing about it and analysing what happened to him. He has left us an oeuvre in which he unceasingly found ways to express his memories of the eleven months he spent in Auschwitz, from February 1944 until his liberation by the Russian Army in January 1945. This article demonstrates how Levi was able to express himself about the trauma he had experienced specifically by employing language and imagery derived from myths such as Tantalus and Homer’s Odyssey, but primarily also through the use of metaphor. Close attention is paid to the role of chemistry in Levi’s life, his philosophy of chemistry, how it influenced his literary career, and how in the face of persistent silence about the Holocaust the use of chemical metaphors in The Periodic Table (1975) provided Levi with a means to translate to himself and the world his harrowing memories of his year in Auschwitz.
Cognitive synonymy: a dead parrot?
Authors: Berto Francesco , Hornischer Levin 
Published: July 2023

AbstractSentences$$\varphi$$φand$$\psi$$ψarecognitive synonymsfor one when they play the same role in one’s cognitive life. The notion is pervasive (Sect. 1), but elusive: it is bound to be hyperintensional (Sect. 2), but excessive fine-graining would trivialize it and there are reasons for some coarse-graining (Sect. 2.1). Conceptual limitations stand in the way of a natural algebra (Sect. 2.2), and it should be sensitive to subject matters (Sect. 2.3). A cognitively adequate individuation of content may be intransitive (Sect. 3) due to ‘dead parrot’ series: sequences of sentences$$\varphi _1, \ldots , \varphi _n$$φ1,…,φnwhere adjacent$$\varphi _i$$φiand$$\varphi _{i+1}$$φi+1are cognitive synonyms while$$\varphi _1$$φ1and$$\varphi _n$$φnare not (Sect. 3.1). Finding an intransitive account is hard: Fregean equipollence won’t do (Sect. 3.2) and a result by Leitgeb shows that it wouldn’t satisfy a minimal compositionality principle (Sect. 3.3).Sed contra, there are reasons for transitivity, too (Sect. 3.4). In Sect. 4, we come up with a formal semantics capturing this jumble of desiderata, thereby showing that the notion is coherent. In Sect. 5, we re-assess the desiderata in its light.
Logical qubit behavior model and fast simulation for surface code
Authors: Oh Soo-Cheol , Cha Gyu-Il 
Published: July 2023

AbstractThis study proposes a logical qubit behavior model (LQBM) that calculates the state of the logical qubit based on a surface code after a logical qubit operation. LQBM can simulate the surface code whose distance exceeds 5, which is impossible with conventional quantum simulators. A complex error syndrome measurement must not be executed in this model. LQBM works at the mixed level of a logical and physical qubit. Probability amplitudes and the number of state vectors are designed at the physical qubit level. The state vectors of physical qubits constituting a logical qubit are abstracted to the value of the logical qubit level. LQBM converts all logical qubit operations, which include an initialization, a state injection, universal gates, and lattice surgery operations (e.g., a merge and a split) to simple calculations. LQBM provides a better computational complexity of O(log(distance)) than O(distance$$^2$$

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). Through simulation experiments, it was found that LQBM performs logical qubit operations up to 24 million times faster than existing quantum simulators in the case of distance = 5.
Social factors of health-related quality of life in older adults: a multivariable analysis
Authors: Geigl Christoph , Loss Julika , Leitzmann Michael , Janssen Christian 
Published: July 2023

Abstract
Purpose
The objective of the analysis was to examine the relationships between sociodemographic, socioeconomic, psychosocial, and behavioural factors and both physical and mental health-related quality of life (HRQOL) in older adults.

Methods
The analysis was based on recent cross-sectional data of 1687 community residents from a whole population postal survey of German adults aged 65 years and older (33% response rate, 52% female, mean age 76 years). HRQOL was assessed using the 36-Item Short Form Survey (SF-36v2). For a differentiated analysis, hierarchical multiple linear regressions were performed.

Results
An internal health locus of control, physical activity, social support, and income were positively associated with physical HRQOL (Adj. R2 = 0.34; p < 0.001) and mental HRQOL (Adj. R2 = 0.18; p < 0.001), whereas an external health locus of control and age were negatively associated with both. Alcohol use and educational level were positively associated only with physical HRQOL, whilst female gender was negatively associated only with mental HRQOL.

Conclusion
Sociodemographic, socioeconomic, psychosocial, and behavioural factors were associated with physical and mental HRQOL. These results highlight the importance of social factors in HRQOL and provide approaches for policy and practice to develop and implement tailored health interventions for older adults. Our findings may be transferable to municipalities in metropolitan areas of high-income European countries.
Clinical trial registration: Not applicable.
Humean time-reversal symmetry
Authors: López Cristian , Esfeld Michael 
Published: July 2023

AbstractIn this paper, we put forward an alternative interpretation of time-reversal symmetry in philosophy of physics: Humean time-reversal symmetry. According to it, time-reversal symmetry is understood as a heuristic, epistemic virtue of the best system, not as a property of the Humean mosaic. One of the consequences of this view is that one of the main arguments against a primitive direction of time is rendered harmless, which paves the way for primitivism about the direction of time.
Microwave ablation with a blunt-tip antenna for pulmonary ground-glass nodules: a retrospective, multicenter, case–control study
Authors: Wei Zhigang , Chi Jiachang , Cao Pikun , Jin Yong , Li Xiaoguang , Ye Xin 
Published: July 2023

Abstract
Purpose
A previous small-sample study verified that a blunt-tip antenna reduced hemorrhage during microwave ablation. We conducted this large-sample, multicenter, case–control study to further verify the efficacy and safety of microwave ablation with a blunt-tip antenna for ground-glass nodules.

Materials and methods
Patients with pulmonary ground-glass nodules were treated with either a sharp-tip (Group A) or blunt-tip antenna (Group B). A total of 147 and 150 patients were retrospectively allocated to Groups A and Group B, respectively. Group A patients underwent 151 procedures, and Group B patients underwent 153 procedures. We assessed the technical success, technique efficacy, and complications.

Results
Technical success and overall technique efficacy were achieved in all patients (100%). Major complications of pneumothorax were more commonly observed in Group A than in Group B (19.7% vs. 2.0%, p < 0.001). Minor complications, such as intrapulmonary hemorrhage (2.0% vs. 9.5%, p = 0.005) and hemothorax (0.0% vs. 2.7%, p = 0.049), occurred less frequently in Group B compared to Group A.

Conclusion
In the treatment of ground-glass nodules, microwave ablation with a blunt-tip antenna had equal efficacy compared to microwave ablation with a sharp-tip antenna but had a decreased number of hemorrhage and hemothorax complications.
The prominent role of percutaneous transarterial embolization in the treatment of anterior abdominal wall hematomas: the results of three high volume tertiary referral centers
Authors: Cacioppa Laura Maria , Floridi Chiara , Cocozza Maria Adriana , Bruno Antonio , Modestino Francesco , Martella Claudia , Rosati Marzia , Paccapelo Alexandro , Mosconi Cristina , Candelari Roberto 
Published: July 2023

Abstract
Purpose
Percutaneous transarterial embolization (PTE) represents a fast, safe and effective option for life-threatening anterior abdominal wall hematomas (AWHs) and those unresponsive to conservative treatment. Our study aims to assess cumulative results of safety, technical and clinical success of PTE performed in three high-volume tertiary referral centers and to evaluate the efficacy of the different embolic materials employed.

Materials and methods
A consecutive series of 124 patients (72.8 ± 14.4 years) with AWHs of different etiology submitted to PTE were retrospectively collected and analyzed. Clinical success, defined as absence of recurrent bleeding within 96 h from PTE, was considered as primary endpoint. The results of the comparison of three groups based on embolic agent employed were also analyzed.

Results
Spontaneous AWHs accounted for 62.1%, iatrogenic for 21.8% and post-traumatic for 16.1% of cases. SARS-CoV-19 infection was present in 22.6% of patients. The most commonly embolized vessels were epigastric inferior artery (n = 127) and superior epigastric artery (n = 25). Technical and clinical success were 97.6 and 87.1%, respectively. Angiographic signs of active bleeding were detected in 85.5% of cases. Four (4%) major complications were reported. The comparison of the three groups of embolic agents (mechanical, particulate/fluid and combined) showed no statistically significant differences in terms of clinical success. SARS-CoV-2 infection was found to be an independent factor for recurrent bleeding and poor 30-day survival.

Conclusion
PTE performed with all the embolic agent employed in our centers is a safe and effective tool in the treatment of life-threatening anterior AWH of each origin.
Comparative verification of control methodology for robotic interventional neuroradiology procedures
Authors: Jackson Benjamin , Crinnion William , De Iturrate Reyzabal Mikel , Robertshaw Harry , Bergeles Christos , Rhode Kawal , Booth Thomas 
Published: July 2023

Abstract
Purpose
The use of robotics is emerging for performing interventional radiology procedures. Robots in interventional radiology are typically controlled using button presses and joystick movements. This study identified how different human–robot interfaces affect endovascular surgical performance using interventional radiology simulations.

Methods
Nine participants performed a navigation task on an interventional radiology simulator with three different human–computer interfaces. Using Simulation Open Framework Architecture we developed a simulation profile of vessels, catheters and guidewires. We designed and manufactured a bespoke haptic interventional radiology controller for robotic systems to control the simulation. Metrics including time taken for navigation, number of incorrect catheterisations, number of catheter and guidewire prolapses and forces applied to vessel walls were measured and used to characterise the interfaces. Finally, participants responded to a questionnaire to evaluate the perception of the controllers.

Results
Time taken for navigation, number of incorrect catheterisations and the number of catheter and guidewire prolapses, showed that the device-mimicking controller is better suited for controlling interventional neuroradiology procedures over joystick control approaches. Qualitative metrics also showed that interventional radiologists prefer a device-mimicking controller approach over a joystick approach.

Conclusion
Of the four metrics used to compare and contrast the human–robot interfaces, three conclusively showed that a device-mimicking controller was better suited for controlling interventional neuroradiology robotics.
Farming with Trees for Soil Fertility, Moisture Retention and Crop Productivity Improvement: Perceptions from Farmers in Rwanda
Authors: Cyamweshi R. A. , Kuyah S. , Mukuralinda A. , Ngango J. , Mbaraka S. R. , Manirere J. D. , Muthuri W. C. 
Published: July 2023

AbstractAgroforestry is widely considered as a sustainable land management practice with multiple ecosystem benefits that support farmers’ livelihoods. While there is much evidence that the technologies are not being embraced as expected, there is knowledge gap about farmers’ perceptions to help devising extension strategies tailored to farmers’ needs in many countries, including Rwanda. This study determined factors that influence farmers’ perceptions on trees effects on soil fertility, moisture retention and crop productivity in semi-arid and humid regions of Rwanda. Logistic regression was used to analyze household survey data that covered 107 and 146 farmers in semi-arid and humid regions, respectively. Results showed that the proportion of farmers with fertile soil in the humid (92%) and the semi-arid (65%) regions was higher on farms with trees. In the semi-arid region, farmers’ perceptions of trees effect on soil fertility was positively influenced by education (P < 0.05) and negatively influenced by farm size (P < 0.1) whereas in the humid region, it was positively influenced (P < 0.1) by family size. Farmers’ perceptions of the effect of agroforestry on soil moisture were influenced by farmers’ knowledge (P < 0.1) in the semi-arid region and gender (P < 0.05) in the humid region. Farmers reported higher yields of potato, maize and beans on farms with trees in the humid region and beans in the semi-arid region. These factors should be taken into consideration to target agroforestry technologies more efficiently within farmer populations. However, constraints including lack of seedlings, tree-crop competition, droughts, termites and lack of mineral fertilizers for seedlings need to be addressed to increase farmers’ uptake of agroforestry technologies.
Beyond a decade: a comparative study of 15-year survival rates in screen-detected vs. symptomatic breast cancer patients in Hungary
Authors: Varga Zsolt , Balog Klaudia , Sebő Éva , Árkosy Péter , Tóth Dezső 
Published: July 2023

Abstract
Background
Breast cancer is the leading cancer in women globally. Despite decreasing mortality rates, largely due to early detection and modern treatment, the effectiveness of screening on long-term survival outcomes remains unclear.

Aims
This study evaluates the 15-year survival outcomes of a national breast cancer screening program initiated in Hungary in 2002.

Methods
Using a prospectively maintained patient database, the study included individuals from the first 6 years of the program who underwent surgery for histologically confirmed breast cancer and had available follow-up information. Patients were categorized based on the method of breast cancer detection into two groups: those diagnosed during or 2 years after the population-based screening exam (Group A), and those who self-detected or sought medical attention for symptoms (Group B).

Results
Of the 309 patients who underwent breast cancer surgery, 208 were screen-detected (Group A) and 101 were symptomatic (Group B). The 15-year overall survival was 75.0% for Group A and 76.2% for Group B (p = 0.927). The 15-year disease-specific survival was 85.6% and 81.2% (p = 0.249), respectively. A statistically not significant positive trend in disease-free survival was observed in Group A (81.7% vs. 75.2%; p = 0.144).

Conclusions
The study underscores the importance of extended follow-up periods in evaluating the outcomes of breast cancer screening programs. While the screening program may not significantly enhance overall survival rates, it has demonstrated a reduction in the mastectomy rate and could potentially extend periods of disease-free survival. These findings contribute to the ongoing discourse about the long-term benefits of breast cancer screening programs.
Flood vulnerability under sea level rise for a coastal community located in a backbarrier environment, Portugal
Authors: Croteau Raphaelle , Pacheco André , Ferreira Óscar 
Published: July 2023

AbstractSea level rise will be a major threat to coastal communities within the next century due to the intensity and severity of the floods it can cause. A new methodology considering water infiltration, slope, and hydraulic connectivity was developed to assess the potential inundation extension associated with different total water level and sea level rise scenarios on sandy coasts. This methodology was applied for the current conditions as well as 2050 and 2100 scenarios of storm surge and high tide levels with return periods of 1 year and 100 years. The study area is Culatra village, located on the lagoon side of a barrier island in southern Portugal. The effects of shoreline evolution after the construction of a harbor and associated beach nourishment were also evaluated within the inundation scenarios. The results show that, within the study area, total water level variations caused by sea level rise have a greater influence on the inundation extension than shoreline retreat. The village appears to be safe for the current and 2050 total water level scenarios with a 1-year return period but would be highly affected by 100-year return periods, especially from 2050 onwards. This novel approach represents an improvement on more common flood mapping methods such as the bathtub approach and can be easily applied to other backbarrier environments under sea level rise or facing coastal erosion.