bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
A Method Using the Huber Function for Inversion of Tidal Open Boundary Conditions of the M2 Constituent in the Bohai and Yellow Seas
Authors: Gao Yuchun , Jiao Shengyi , Fu Kai , Zeng Xueying , Lv Xianqing 
Published: October 2022

Abstract
The adjoint assimilation method has been widely used in various ocean models, and a series of technical schemes have been developed at the same time. Open boundary conditions (OBCs) in the two-dimensional (2D) tidal model of the M2 tidal constituent in the Bohai and the Yellow Seas (BYS) were inverted successfully using the adjoint assimilation methods in previous studies. However, the cost function in the adjoint assimilation method usually used the L2 norm in the past, which is difficult to maintain the robustness of the method when there are outliers. Meanwhile, using the L1 norm with strong robustness will shield the outliers’ information fully. Therefore, we propose a new scheme that replaces the L2 norm with the Huber function to improve the robustness of the adjoint assimilation method and absorb the data’s useful information to some extent. This scheme was verified in the ideal experiments in which magnitudes of the misfit vector were significantly reduced and the quality control (QC) process was simplified consequently. In the practical experiments, the introduction of the Huber function improved the accuracy of inversion in the inshore area using mixed data containing tide gauges and satellite altimetry. With this scheme, the root-mean-square errors (RMSEs) between the estimation and the observed values at tide gauge stations were reduced from ∼8 cm with the original scheme to ∼6 cm. Testing the new scheme in more complex models and how it might be affected remains a topic for future study.

Significance Statement
The adjoint assimilation method has been effectively applied in various ocean models. The cost function in the adjoint assimilation is usually in the form of the L2 norm, which presents poor robustness. By using the Huber function instead of the L2 norm as the cost function, we proposed a new scheme that can perfectly handle the potential outliers in data and noticeably improve the robustness of the adjoint assimilation method. The new method was applied to the inversion of tidal open boundary conditions of the M2 constituent in the Bohai and the Yellow Seas. Both the ideal and practical experiments verified the effectiveness of the developed scheme.
An OSSE Study of the Impact of Micropulse Differential Absorption Lidar (MPD) Water Vapor Profiles on Convective Weather Forecasting
Authors: Kay Junkyung , Weckwerth Tammy M. , Lee Wen-Chau , Sun Jenny , Romine Glen 
Published: October 2022

Abstract
The National Center for Atmospheric Research (NCAR) and Montana State University jointly developed water vapor micropulse differential absorption lidars (MPDs) that are a significant advance in eye-safe, unattended, lidar-based water vapor remote sensing. MPD is designed to provide continuous vertical water vapor profiles with high vertical (150 m) and temporal resolution (5 min) in the lower troposphere. This study aims to investigate MPD observation impacts and the scientific significance of MPDs for convective weather analyses and predictions using observation system simulation experiments (OSSEs). In this study, the Data Assimilation Research Testbed (DART) and the Advanced Research version of the Weather Research and Forecasting (WRF-ARW) Model are used to conduct OSSEs for a case study of a mesoscale convective system (MCS) observed during the Plains Elevated Convection At Night (PECAN) experiment. A poor-performing control simulation that was drawn from a 40-member ensemble at 3-km resolution is markedly improved by assimilation of simulated observations drawn from a more skillful simulation that served as the nature run at 1-km resolution. In particular, assimilating surface observations corrected surface warm front structure errors, while MPD observations remedied errors in low- to midlevel moisture ahead of the MCS. Collectively, these analyses changes led to markedly improved short-term predictions of convection initiation, evolution, and precipitation of the MCS in the simulations on 15 July 2015. For this case study, the OSSE results indicate that a more dense MPD network results in better prediction performance for convective precipitation while degrading light precipitation prediction performance due to an imbalance of the analysis at large scales.
Adrenalectomy for Pheochromocytoma: Complications and Predictive Factors of Intraoperative Hemodynamic Instability
Authors: Tariel François , Dourmap Caroline , Prudhomme Thomas , Hascoet Juliette , Soulie Michel , Moreau Benjamin , Thoulouzan Matthieu , Vezzosi Delphine , Guenego Agathe , Manunta Andrea , Huyghe Eric , Peyronnet Benoit 
Published: October 2022

Background Surgery is the treatment of choice for pheochromocytoma. However, this surgery carries a risk of hemodynamic instability (HDI). The aim of this study was to report complications associated with this procedure, to identify risk factors for HDI during surgery, and its impact on postoperative outcomes. Methods The charts of all patients who underwent adrenalectomy for pheochromocytoma in two academic centers between 2006 and 2020 were retrospectively reviewed. The primary outcome was HDI defined by a systolic blood pressure >160 mmHg or a mean blood pressure <60 mmHg intraoperatively. The secondary outcomes of interest were the total duration of HDI, the occurrence of intraoperative arrhythmia, perioperative cardiovascular events, and postoperative complications. Results 205 patients were included. HDI occurred intraoperatively in 155 patients (75.6%) but only 6 (3.2%) experienced arrhythmia. Thirty-eight postoperative complications were reported (18.6%) but only nine were ≥3 according to Clavien-Dindo (4.4%). There were 10 postoperative cardiovascular events (5.7%). Patients with intraoperative HDI had higher rates of postoperative complications (21.3% vs 10%; P = .07), major postoperative complications (5.8% vs 0%; P = .12) and cardiovascular events (6.5% vs 0%; P = .12). Factors associated with intraoperative HDI in univariate analysis were age (OR = 8.14; P = .006), high blood pressure preoperatively (OR = 2.16; P = .04), tumor size (OR = 15.83; P = .0001), and urinary normetanephrine level (OR = 9.33; P = .04). Discussion In multidisciplinary centers, the overall morbidity of adrenalectomy for pheochromocytoma is low. HDI during adrenalectomy for pheochromocytoma is highly prevalent but rarely associated with major cardiovascular events. There might be a link between HDI and postoperative cardiovascular events.
Influence of pretreated sugarcane bagasse fiber by steam explosion, soaking with caustic soda, and addition of coupling agent into polylactic acid biocomposites
Authors: Monroy Vázquez FJ , González Uribe EE , García Enríquez S , Fernández-Escamilla VVA , González Núñez R , Canche Escamilla G , Moscoso Sanchez FJ 
Published: October 2022

Biocomposites containing natural fibers waste have gained the attention of researchers due to their biodegradability and suitability for several applications in different industries. In this study, sugarcane bagasse fibers waste was treated by digestion with NaOH and steam explosion to the previous soaking with NaOH, and their impregnation with 1% maleated polyethylene was used as reinforcement in poly (lactic acid) matrix composites. Surface morphological changes were observed with scanning electron microscopy due to fiber treatment/MAPE in the PLA matrix. The biocomposites with MAPE improved Young’s modulus, but the strength tensile was reduced. Flexural modulus of biocomposites shows a considerable increase with MAPE, for biocomposites of 10% and 20% of bagasse the values are circa 8000 MPa regarding the 3500 MPa from PLA. These increases in the properties are ascribed to the improved interfacial interaction of the modified sugarcane bagasse fibers into the PLA. The analysis of TGA shows that incorporation of fiber with and without treatment and MAPE improved the thermal stability. By adding fiber into the biocomposites, the loss modulus peak becomes wider, this means that adhesion of the matrix and the fiber were improved. The X-ray diffraction graph shows an increase in the crystallinity of the biocomposites after the treatment and the addition of MAPE compared to the matrix of PLA.
Effects of extreme low temperatures on the impact behavior of boron nitride nanofillers added carbon fiber/epoxy composite tubes
Authors: Kara Memduh , Tatar Ahmet Caner , Kırıcı Muhammed , Kepir Yusuf , Gunoz Alper , Avcı Ahmet 
Published: October 2022

This study aims to investigate the low-velocity impact response of boron nitride nanoparticles (BNNPs) added carbon fiber reinforced pipes (CFRPs) at various temperature values. Carbon fiber/epoxy composite specimens with (±55°)3 winding angles were manufactured with the filament winding method. Low-velocity impact tests were performed with a 15 J energy level at five different temperatures between −196°C and 23°C ranges to understand the cryogenic environment effect on BNNP added carbon fiber reinforced tubes and neat carbon fiber reinforced tubes. The force-displacement and contact force-time graphs were attained in consequence of low-velocity impact tests. The damage areas, their size and characteristics were scrutinized both visually and with the aid of a Microscope. The test results showed that when ambiance temperatures decreased, the damage areas considerably increased both filled with BNNP and without BNNP filament wound carbon fiber reinforced tubes.
An Open-Label Rater-Blinded Randomized Trial of Vilazodone versus Escitalopram in Major Depression
Authors: Kumar Pattath Narayanan Suresh , Suresh Rohith , Menon Vikas 
Published: October 2022

Background: Vilazodone, a novel selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor and 5-HT1A partial agonist, was approved in 2011 for treatment for major depression. We aimed to compare the efficacy and safety of vilazodone versus escitalopram in patients with major depression at 4 weeks. Methods: Participants ( n = 52) were adult major depressive disorder outpatients who were randomized to receive either oral escitalopram (modal endpoint dose 20 mg/day; n = 26) or oral vilazodone (modal endpoint dose 40 mg/day; n = 26). Rater-blinded assessments of depression scores (primary outcome) and clinical severity of illness (secondary outcome) were obtained at baseline, 2 weeks, and 4 weeks. Adverse effects such as weight gain, sexual dysfunction, and diarrhea were recorded at each visit. The primary analysis was performed on the Intention-to-treat sample. Results: No significant difference was noted between groups on depression scores at study endpoint ( F = 2.80, df = 1,50, P = 0.10); however, the vilazodone group had significantly lower endpoint clinical severity of illness ( F = 7.69, df = 1,50, P = 0.01). At 2 weeks, there were no significant between-group differences on depression scores ( F = 0.006, df = 1,50, P = 0.94). Instances of diarrhea (P = 0.001) were significantly higher in the vilazodone group. Conclusion: Clinical ratings of major depression did not differ significantly between vilazodone and escitalopram groups at the end of 4 weeks. Our findings are limited by lack of statistical power to detect smaller differences between groups, should they exist.
The multifactorial dynamic perfusion index: A predictive tool of cardiac surgery associated acute kidney injury
Authors: Ranucci Marco , Di Dedda Umberto , Cotza Mauro , Zamalloa Moreano Katherine 
Published: October 2022

Introduction cardiac surgery associated acute kidney injury (CSA-AKI) has a number of preoperative and intraoperative risk factors. Cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) factors have not yet been elucidated in a single multivariate model. The aim of this study is to develop a dynamic predictive model for CSA-AKI. Methods retrospective study on 910 consecutive adult cardiac surgery patients. Baseline data were used to settle a preoperative CSA-AKI risk model (static risk model, SRM); CPB related data were assessed for association with CSA-AKI. CPB duration, nadir oxygen delivery, time of exposure to a low oxygen delivery, nadir mean arterial pressure, peak lactates and red blood cell transfusion were included in a multivariate dynamic perfusion risk (DPR). SRM and DPR were merged into a final logistic regression model (multifactorial dynamic perfusion index, MDPI). The three risk models were assessed for discrimination and calibration. Results the SRM model had an AUC of 0.696 (95% CI 0.663–0.727), the DPR model of 0.723 (95% CI 0.691–0.753), and the MDPI model an AUC of 0.769 (95% CI 0.739–0.798). The difference in AUC between SRM and DPR was not significant ( p = 0.495) whereas the AUC of MDPI was significantly larger than that of SRM ( p = 0.004) and DPR ( p = 0.015). Conclusions inclusion of dynamic indices of the quality of CPB improves the discrimination and calibration of the preoperative risk scores. The MDPI has better predictive ability than the existing static risk models and is a promising tool to integrate different factors into an advanced concept of goal-directed perfusion.
Effect of pelvic floor muscle training on urinary incontinence after radical prostatectomy: An umbrella review of meta-analysis and systematic review
Authors: Yang Jia-ming , Ye Hua , Long Yi , Zhu Qiang , Huang Hui , Xie Hui-yong , Luo Yun , Zhong Yan-biao , Chen Jing , Wang Mao-yuan 
Published: October 2022

Objective To analyse the specific exercise effects of pelvic floor muscle training (PFMT) with or without biofeedback or electrical stimulation on urinary incontinence rehabilitation after radical prostatectomy. Data sources We searched PubMed, Embase, Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews, Web of Science and Scopus databases for systematic reviews and meta-analyses on PFMT for urinary incontinence after radical prostatectomy from inception to 3 October 2022. Review methods Two authors independently extracted key data from the included studies. The methodological quality of the included studies was assessed using the A Measure Tool to Assess Systematic Reviews-2 checklist. Grading of Recommendations Assessment Development and Evaluation was used to evaluate the quality of the outcomes. Results A total of 18 studies with 29,925 patients were included, all of which were of critically low methodological quality. Biofeedback therapy seemed to show additional benefits compared to PFMT alone; however, the adjunctive role of electrical stimulation remained more controversial due to the lack of strong evidence. Preoperative PFMT sometimes, but not always, showed the potential to improve urinary incontinence. PFMT with the guidance of a therapist could bring some benefits to the patient and was more acceptable to the patient, but consumed some medical resources. Conclusions PFMT has a good effect on improving post-radical prostatectomy incontinence in men, and biofeedback can have an additional beneficial effect on patients, especially in the short-term and medium-term. However, there is insufficient evidence to suggest that electrical stimulation is beneficial for patients with urinary incontinence.
Myofascial release for the treatment of pain and dysfunction in patients with chronic mechanical neck pain: Systematic review and meta-analysis of randomised controlled trials
Authors: Guo Yaorui , Lv Xiuying , Zhou Yu , Li Zhijun , She Huiping , Bai Li , Bao Jing 
Published: October 2022

Objective To explore the effects of myofascial release (MFR) on pain and dysfunction in individuals with chronic mechanical neck pain (MNP). Data sources PubMed, Embase, Medline, Wiley Online Library, Web of Science, CNKI, VIP, WanFang Data, and the Cochrane Library were searched until 12 September 2022. Review methods This study was registered in PROSPERO (CRD42022302485). Methodological quality was assessed using Cochrane risk of bias assessment, and the quality of the evidence followed the GRADE recommendation. The outcomes pain, cervical mobility (Flexion, Extension, Rotation, lateral flexion), trapezius and suboccipital pressure pain thresholds (PPT), neck disability index (NDI), and adverse effects were extracted. Results After screening of 346 studies, 13 studies and 601 participants met the inclusion criteria. All studies were of moderate methodological quality. Compared with the control group, the participants in the MFR group showed significantly greater improvements trapezius PPT SMD 0.41 (95% CI 0.11–0.72), suboccipital PPT SMD 0.47 (95% CI 0.21–0.72), respectively. The differences were not significant to support the MFR treatment on pain, flexion, extension, rotation, lateral flexion angle, and NDI. None of the studies reported any adverse events. Conclusion This systematic review suggests that MFR is an effective treatment for the improvement of PPT of trapezius and suboccipital muscle in patients with chronic MNP. However, there is low to moderate evidence and may change over time.
COVID-19 Vaccine Hesitancy: Disadvantaged Groups’ Experience with Perceived Barriers, Cues to Action, and Attitudes
Authors: Coman Ioana A , Xu Shan , Yamamoto Masahiro 
Published: October 2022

Purpose Drawing from the Health Belief Model, we explored how disadvantaged groups in the U.S., including Black, Hispanic, less educated and wealthy individuals, experienced perceived barriers and cues to action in the context of the COVID-19 vaccination. Design A cross-sectional survey administered in March 2021. Setting USA Subjects A national sample of U.S. residents (n = 795) recruited from Prolific. Measures Perceived barriers (clinical, access, trust, religion/spiritual), cues to action (authorities, social circles), attitudes toward COVID-19 vaccination. Analysis Factor analysis and Structural Equation Model (SEM) were performed in STATA 16. Results Black and less educated individuals experienced higher clinical barriers (CI [.012, .33]; CI [.027, .10]), trust barriers (CI [.49, .92]; CI [.057, .16]), and religious/spiritual barriers (CI [.28, .66]; CI [.026, .11]). Hispanics experienced lower levels of clinical barriers (CI [-.42, .0001]). Clinical, trust, and religious/spiritual barriers were negatively related to attitudes toward vaccination (CI [-.45, −.15]; CI [-.79, −.51]; CI [-.43, −.13]). Black and less educated individuals experienced fewer cues to action by authority (CI [-.47, −.083]; CI [-.093, −.002]) and social ties (CI [-.75, −.33]; CI [-.18, −.080]). Lower-income individuals experienced fewer cues to action by social ties (CI [-.097, −.032]). Cues from social ties were positively associated with vaccination attitudes (CI [.065, .26]). Conclusion Communication should be personalized to address perceived barriers disadvantaged groups differentially experience and use sources who exert influences on these groups.
Disparities in 6 Month Exclusive Breastfeeding in Ghana, Africa: A Scoping Review
Authors: Gyamfi Adwoa , Jefferson Urmeka T. , O’Neill Barbara , Lucas Ruth , Spatz Diane Lynn , Henderson Wendy A. 
Published: October 2022

Background: Exclusive breastfeeding practice for 6 months is a critical global public health goal. In 2020, only 44% of infants globally, 31% in Central and West Africa, and 43% in Ghana, were exclusively breastfed for the first 6 months of life. Research Aim: To critically evaluate disparities in exclusive breastfeeding practice for 6 months in Ghana. Methods: The scoping review was guided by Arksey and O’Malley’s (2005) six-stage scoping review process. The online databases of American Psychological Association PsychInfo (APA PsychInfo), Cumulative Index to Nursing and Allied Health Literature (CINAHL), PubMed, and Scopus were searched with keywords inclusive of Ghana, exclusive breastfeeding, breastfeeding, infant feeding, lactation, lactating, and exclusive. Eligibility criteria included full-text, peer-reviewed research articles written in the English language without limitation to specific years. Data were analyzed thematically. Results: Initially, 317 records were identified, and 15 full-text articles were eligible for the scoping review. Four main themes emerged as disparities in exclusive breastfeeding practice in Ghana. The themes were healthcare (prenatal clinic visits, delivery place, exclusive breastfeeding knowledge), personal (maternal age, Human Immunodeficiency Virus status, parity, type of delivery, breast problem), employment (unemployed, formal, or informal sector worker), and sociocultural (ethnicity/region, family support, religious beliefs, cultural practices). Conclusion: Disparities in exclusive breastfeeding in Ghana warrant the collaborative efforts of stakeholders for successful mitigation. Future researchers should explore the role of religion and sociocultural practices to protect, promote, and support 6 months of exclusive breastfeeding in Ghana.
Trends in Using Antibiotics in the Era of National Health Insurance in the City of Manado
Authors: Prayitno Lukman , Yuniar Yuyun 
Published: October 2022

Introduction: Antibiotic use needs to be monitored. Its irrational use causes resistance. Research aims to determine trends in antibiotic use. Methods: Observational research with retrospective data collection. Cross-sectional research design. Data about the availability of antibiotics from 2014 to 2017 in hospitals, health offices and PHCs in the city of Manado. Results: Trends of antibiotics used in PHC and health office in 2014–2017 were betalactam, macrolide, sulfamethoxazole-trimethoprim, and quinolone groups. Trends in secondary hospital were betalactam, sulfamethoxazole-trimethoprim, and quinolone groups. Trends in tertiary hospital are betalactam, quinolones, and other groups. Conclusion: Based on the data of five major antibiotics use in Manado City, there was a change in the pattern of antibiotic use, and this pattern tended to increase.
Supporting Environmental Sustainability with Human Factors and Ergonomics: Territories, Opportunities and Considerations
Authors: Gottesman Daniel , Rempel - David Rempel David , Thatcher Andrew , Sidhu Maguire Amrita , Macht Gretchen A. , Duroha Jesse C. , Witt Jessica K. , Baldwin Carryl , Chan Cindy , Riggs Sara Lu 
Published: October 2022

Humanity is facing our greatest challenge ever: to address run-away global temperatures and ecosystem degradation threatening civilization as we know it. Human factors and ergonomics have much to contribute in partnering with industry, government, academia, and society as a whole, to stop the destruction of our home, and evolve systems to sustainably provide clean energy and other resources needed to feed, clothe, house, sanitize, and transport humans. In this poster, we present a sampling of ways ergonomists, human factors researchers, and practitioners are already engaging in work to support environmental sustainability, as well as areas in which HFE could be applied to support progress toward sustainability goals. Examples presented include contributions from members of the HFES Sustainability Task Force. We share this with the HFES community both to inform work completed and in-progress as well as to inspire the participation of others in this important work.