bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Sustainable Socio-Economic Welfare and Agricultural Employment in ECOWAS: Is there a Non-Linear Relationship?
Authors: Owolabi Oluwarotimi A. , Umehruo Chinyere H. , Aderounmu Busayo , Rotimi Mercy O. , Osabuohien Evans S. 
Published: September 2022

Abstract
Agriculture is central to welfare especially in the context of developing countries which include those of ECOWAS, however among those individuals’ dependent on agriculture for their livelihood are those living in poverty and earning low incomes amongst other living standards. On the other hand, sustainable socio-economic welfare is not given much attention in the welfare literature compared to other welfare categorisations such as socio-economic welfare and economic welfare. This study explores the effect of agricultural employment on sustainable socio-economic welfare as well as the possibility of a non-linear relationship between the aforementioned variables in a balanced panel of Fifteen ECOWAS member countries. Human Sustainable Development Index (HSDI) was used as proxy for Sustainable socio-economic welfare, while the proportion of employed individuals realising a living from agriculture is the measure for agricultural employment. The results from utilising panel data fixed effects estimation show that agricultural employment adversely and significantly resulted in sustainable socio-economic welfare declining while the hypothesis of non-linear relationship between the aforementioned variables was not supported. Consequently, the study recommends that ECOWAS member country governments in raising welfare levels focus necessarily on sustainable socio-economic welfare rather than socio-economic welfare that has been the traditional focus of welfare efforts. Also ECOWAS country governments should ensure that agriculture sector interventions effectively target the poor and vulnerable households relying on agriculture for their livelihood.
Rinser Machine and the Dynamics-based Failure Analysis for Spur Gear Fault Detection: A Forensic Review
Authors: Orhevba Amanda O. , Salawu Enesi Y. , Ajayi Oluseyi O. , Inegbenebor Anthony O. , Leramo Richard O. , Dirisu Joseph O. , Afolalu Sunday A. 
Published: September 2022

Abstract
Gear fault detection and its severity is essential for analyzing the availability, maintainability and reliability of rinser machines. The occurrence of multiple failures of gears and their analysis is becoming more challenging, thereby causing the increased unavailability of rinser machines. This study reviewed the rinser machine and its various advantages and disadvantages, including the problems associated with the machine. More so, various types of failures associated with the spur gears were studied, and it was established that the detection and the diagnosis of gear faults would inform a maintenance planner on scheduled maintenance. Thus, the absence of failure detection will cause uncontrolled machine breakdown and, consequently, result in unsafe operation as well as a loss of productivity. The study concludes and recommends grey cast iron as alternative material that could reduce chemical failure and failure resulting from fatigue.
Expert Opinions on Assisted Migration and Ecosystem Pushing in Coral Reefs
Authors: Mertz Edith Maria , McDonald Anne 
Published: September 2022

Abstract
Assisted migration is becoming a hot topic in view of the growing impacts of climate change on ecosystems. One area where assisted migration and its cousin ecosystem pushing could have increasing importance is in coral restoration, but marine scientists’ opinions on the ethics and feasibility of assisted migration and ecosystem pushing in coral conservation has not been assessed. Surveys and interviews were conducted with coral research practitioners to determine the field’s receptibility to such techniques. Thematic network analysis revealed that support for ecosystem pushing was mixed. Several management guidelines followed from the analysis. A grounded theory statement on ecosystem pushing was produced that serves as a starting point for managers to consider the complexity and implications of the action.
Inland Waterway Transport in Vietnam: Strategies to Improve Transportation Efficiency during COVID-19 Pandemic
Authors: Dang Xuan-Kien , Tran Tien-Dat , Tran Mai-Huong , Pham Thi Duyen-Anh 
Published: September 2022

Abstract
On a global scale, the COVID-19 pandemic had quite a negative influence on society, the economy, transportation, and the environment. There will be an eruption of covid-19 in Vietnam, especially in 2021, which would impair internal freight transit. Restricting road and aviation travel to inland waterways is an extreme strategy to deal with the situation. This paper examines the Vietnam national inland waterway transportation infrastructure, highlighting the outstanding problems. Finally, some solutions were proposed to fully utilize the transportation industry’s capabilities during and after the pandemic.
Evaluation of the Behavior of Climatic Elements in the Mantaro Valley from 2000 to 2020, Department of Junín.
Authors: Sandoval F M , Mucha L F , Platero I Y 
Published: September 2022

Abstract
In recent years, climate change has doubled its impact worldwide due to different anthropogenic activities, altering the climatic variability of atmospheric elements and meteorological phenomena that play a relevant role in establishing life on the planet. Thus, the behaviour of climatic elements was evaluated and analysed between the period 2000-2020 in the provinces of Chupaca, Huancayo and Concepción del Valle del Mantaro, by means of the synoptic climatology method using MATLAB software to process hydrometeorological data (TX, TI, RR and RH) provided by SENAMHI. The behaviour of these variables resulted in an increase from -0.5°C to 6°C of TI, TX increased the value of the year 2000-2020 with a +6°C and the amplitude of the values of the distribution of the whisker box, regarding RR from the year 2011-2020 the value of 500 mm decreased to 200 mm in the station “F” while the value of RH decreased and was maintained in the station “C, B, A” because there was no significant increase in temperature to heat the air. Thus, the analysed data evidences and reinforces the variation of the climate system in the values of TX, TI, RR and RH.
Suitability of Sandstone Rocks as Cladding Stones (Riprap) for Riverbank Protection, from Injana Formation, Northern Iraq
Authors: Rawee Loai Moussa , Mohamed Ahmed Ibraheem , Kheder Muhand Essa 
Published: September 2022

Abstract
This research aims to test the Suitability of Sandstone rocks taken from Injana formation in the Al-Shirqat region (Northern Iraq), as cladding stones for riverbank protection, where the Injana formation in addition to the quaternary sediments are mainly exposed in the study area. For this purpose, three stations were chosen representing the exposed study area where sandstone layers are located. Petro-physical examinations and mechanical geotechnical investigation are undertaken. The Petro-physical examinations showed that the absorption rate ranges between (1.13 - 1.16) %, and the dry density ranges between (1.75 - 1.82) g/cm3, while the Specific gravity ranged between (2.59 - 2.64). The mechanical properties results showed that the values of uniaxial compressive strength ranges between (7.97 - 12.28) MPa and mechanical abrasion (82.3 - 89.2) %, and the values of chemical abrasion ranged between (8.7-12.3) %. By comparing these properties with the National Center for Construction Laboratories and Research standards (NCCLR), It was found that they were within the limits of the standard except for the values of mechanical abrasion, it falls outside the specifications. Also, according to Florida Department of Transportation Standards (FDOT) that compared with, the properties of sandstone rocks are not suitable for cladding purposes because the property of mechanical abrasion falls outside the limits of the standard, and when comparing the properties of the Sandstone with American standards (ASTM), It turned out to be within the limits of the specification.
Tectonostratigraphic Evolution of the Western Desert of Iraq
Authors: Alhadiathy Abdul Hameed A. , Najar Isam 
Published: September 2022

Abstract
The study area is in the northern part of the Western Desert of Iraq. From the conclusion of Paleozoic and Mesozoic basins and their distribution according to the available geological (outcrops and boreholes) and geophysical data (seismic, gravity and magnetic interpretations controlled by geological data), it is found that, Triassic- Jurassic (and sometimes Cretaceous) basins are found closely related to the basic or ultrabasic basement (for example Anah, Tilul, and Ras Al-Fahama basins). These basins were formed by isostatic adjustment during the extension phase that took place in the Early Mesozoic (may be Triassic or Jurassic) which caused subsidence of heavy parts (basic or ultrabasic) of the basement. From the style and thickness of sediments it is clear that the northern and eastern parts of the area exhibit evidence of a tendency for uplift during Paleozoic times (forming ridges or horsts) and down-warping during the Mesozoic times (forming basins or grabens). While in contrast the western part of the area exhibits evidence or tendency for down-warping during Paleozoic forming basin or graben (as in Gaara basin) and uplift during the Mesozoic times.
3D Petrophysical Modeling of Mauddud Formation at Ratawi Oil Field, Southern Iraq
Authors: Hameed Humam Q. , Saleh Afrah H. 
Published: September 2022

Abstract
3D Petrophysical model for Mauddud Formation in Ratawi oilfield had been created. Five wells have been chosen in Basra governorate to construct Structural and petrophysical (effective porosity, water saturation and Net /Gross) models. Structural model showed that Ratawi oilfield composed of one anticline fold, where its axis extends toward North to South. After creating zones for Mauddud Formation, which was divided into 5 zones i.e. A, B, C, D and E zone. Layers were built for each zone according to petrophysical properties. A, B and D units were divided in 1 layers as a barrier, While the unit B was divided into 25 layers and the unit D was divided into 15 layers because it represents reservoir zones. The 3D grid of Mauddud Formation model that was built consists of (841295) cell and each cell have dimensions I =91 * J =215 * K =43. Finally, Petrophysical models (effective porosity, water saturation and Net /Gross) had been constructed for each zone of Mauddud Formation. Based on data analyses and results from modelling, the B then D is a important reservoir unit in terms of its good properties (high effective porosity, low water saturation) and increase in production periods from the thickness of the total reservoir.
Modular assembly of bioprinted perfusable blood vessel and tracheal epithelium for studying inflammatory respiratory diseases
Authors: Nam Hyoryung , Choi Yoo-mi , Cho Sungkeon , Gao Ge , Kim Donghwan , Kim Jongmin , Choi Hwanyong , Lee Se-Hwan , Jang Jinah 
Published: September 2022

AbstractIn vitroorgan models allow for the creation of precise preclinical models that mimic organ physiology. During a pandemic of a life-threatening acute respiratory disease, an improved trachea model (TM) is required. We fabricated a modular assembly of the blood vessel and TMs using 3D bioprinting technology. First, decellularized extracellular matrix (dECM) were prepared using the porcine trachea and blood vessels. A trachea module was fabricated based on the tracheal mucosa-derived dECM and microporous membrane. Further, a blood vessel module was manufactured using the prepared vascular-tissue-derived dECM. By assembling each manufactured module, a perfusable vascularized TM simulating the interface between the tracheal epithelium and blood vessels was fabricated. This assembled model was manufactured with efficient performance, and it offered respiratory symptoms, such as inflammatory response and allergen-induced asthma exacerbation. These characteristics indicate the possibility of manufacturing a highly functional organ model that mimics a complex organ environment in the future.
Efficient data acquisition and training of collisional-radiative model artificial neural network surrogates through adaptive parameter space sampling
Authors: Garland Nathan A , Maulik Romit , Tang Qi , Tang Xian-Zhu , Balaprakash Prasanna 
Published: September 2022

Abstract
Effective plasma transport modeling of magnetically confined fusion devices relies on having an accurate understanding of the ion composition and radiative power losses of the plasma. Generally, these quantities can be obtained from solutions of a collisional-radiative (CR) model at each time step within a plasma transport simulation. However, even compact, approximate CR models can be computationally onerous to evaluate, and in-situ evaluation of these models within a larger plasma transport code can lead to a rigid bottleneck. As a way to bypass this bottleneck, we propose deploying artificial neural network (ANN) surrogates to allow rapid evaluation of the necessary plasma quantities. However, one issue with training an accurate ANN surrogate is the reliance on a sufficiently large and representative training and validation data set, which can be time-consuming to generate. In this work we explore a data-driven active learning and training routine to allow autonomous adaptive sampling of the problem parameter space to ensure a sufficiently large and meaningful set of training data is assembled for the network training. As a result, we can demonstrate approximately order-of-magnitude savings in required training data samples to produce an accurate surrogate.
EagleImp: fast and accurate genome-wide phasing and imputation in a single tool
Authors: Wienbrandt Lars , Ellinghaus David 
Published: September 2022

Abstract

Motivation
Reference-based phasing and genotype imputation algorithms have been developed with sublinear theoretical runtime behaviour, but runtimes are still high in practice when large genome-wide reference datasets are used.

Results
We developed EagleImp, a software based on the methods used in the existing tools Eagle2 and PBWT, which allows accurate and accelerated phasing and imputation in a single tool by algorithmic and technical improvements and new features. We compared accuracy and runtime of EagleImp with Eagle2, PBWT and prominent imputation servers using whole-genome sequencing data from the 1000 Genomes Project, the Haplotype Reference Consortium and simulated data with 1 million reference genomes. EagleImp was 2–30 times faster (depending on the single or multiprocessor configuration selected and the size of the reference panel) than Eagle2 combined with PBWT, with the same or better phasing and imputation quality in all tested scenarios. For common variants investigated in typical genome-wide association studies, EagleImp provided same or higher imputation accuracy than the Sanger Imputation Service, Michigan Imputation Server and the newly developed TOPMed Imputation Server, despite larger (not publicly available) reference panels. Additional features include automated chromosome splitting and memory management at runtime to avoid job aborts, fast reading and writing of large files and various user-configurable algorithm and output options. Due to the technical optimizations, EagleImp can perform fast and accurate reference-based phasing and imputation and is ready for future large reference panels in the order of 1 million genomes.

Availability and implementation
EagleImp is implemented in C++ and freely available for download at https://github.com/ikmb/eagleimp.

Supplementary information
Supplementary data are available at Bioinformatics online.
CGV: Cancer Genome Viewer, a web service for integrative cancer genome and pharmacogenomic data analysis
Authors: Choi Ji-Hye , Choi Hui-Seon , Cho Seong-Ho , Lee Ji-Hye , Woo Hyun Goo 
Published: September 2022

Abstract

Motivation
Multi-omic profiling data, such as The Cancer Genome Atlas and pharmacogenomic data, facilitate research into cancer mechanisms and drug development. However, it is not easy for researchers to connect, integrate and analyze huge and heterogeneous data, which is a major obstacle to the utilization of cancer genomic data.

Results
We developed Cancer Genome Viewer (CGV), a user-friendly web service that provides functions to integrate and visualize cancer genome data and pharmacogenomic data. Users can easily select and customize the samples to be analyzed with the pre-defined selection options for patients’ clinic-pathological features from multiple datasets. Using the customized dataset, users can perform subsequent data analyses comprehensively, including gene set analysis, clustering or survival analysis. CGV also provides pre-calculated drug response scores from pharmacogenomic data, which may facilitate the discovery of new cancer targets and therapeutics.

Availability and implementation
CGV web service is implemented with the R Shiny application at http://cgv.sysmed.kr and the source code is freely available at https://git.sysmed.kr/sysmed_public/cgv.

Supplementary information
Supplementary data are available at Bioinformatics online.
Establishment of a useful in vitro decidual induction model using eCG-primed nonpregnant mouse endometrial stromal cells
Authors: Kim Ji Eun , Lee Min Young , Kang Min-Ji , Byun Jihyun , Jo Jeong Bin , Yang Hye-Yeong , Kim Jong-Hoon , Lee Kyung-Ah , Cheon Yong-Pil 
Published: September 2022

AbstractUterine endometrial differentiation is essential for developmental continuity and female health. A convenient in vitro model mimicking the physiological status is needed to effectively evaluate implantation and uterine response mechanisms. Thus, we developed a promising in vitro model, the FSS (FSH mimic-stimulated synchronized) model, by using primary mouse uterine stromal cells (mUSCs) obtained from equine chorionic gonadotropin (eCG)-primed mice. These mUSCs could be differentiated into decidualized cells with 17 beta-estradiol (E2) and progesterone (P4). The pregnancy day 4 (PD4) model, in which mUSCs are obtained at day 4 of pregnancy, was used as a control. The cell shape index and polyploidy rates were similar between the two models. The staining intensities of lipids and glycogen were significantly higher in the induced groups in both models but stronger in the FSS model than in the PD4 model. The expression levels of AP-TNAP, cathepsin L, Prl8a2, Gja1, Cebpb, and Igfbp1 were increased at 24 h after decidual induction. PR-alpha and PR-beta levels were also increased at 24 h after decidual induction in both models. These results indicate that the FSS model provides a convenient method for obtaining USCs that are usable for various experimental approaches due to their physiological competence and flexibility for triggering induction. This may serve as a model system for the study of pathogeneses originating from the endometrium or communication with other tissues and lead to a better understanding of embryo implantation mechanisms. Furthermore, the results of this study will be integral for further refinements of 3D uterine culture manipulation techniques.
Angela’s Story of Childhood Sexual Abuse
Authors: Ajayi Chinyere Elsie 
Published: September 2022

Abstract
The aim of this article was to gain an in-depth understanding of one woman’s experiences of childhood sexual abuse (CSA). The analysis presented in this article is grounded in the voice-centred relational or the listening guide (LG) method of narrative analysis developed by Gilligan and colleagues. The LG is an analytical framework that allows for the systematic consideration of the many voices embedded in a person’s story. Analysis illuminates (1) how the religious practice of ‘spiritual baths’ served as a risk factor for the CSA Angela experienced and (2) how the patriarchal family structure and gendered expectations provided the contexts for the perpetration of CSA and the silencing of her voice. Angela speaks of her on-going struggles with her experiences of CSA, a voice which represents her voice of psychological distress. Nonetheless, her coping strategies are understood through her voice of resilience speaking of embracing her Christian faith and the role of motherhood in her journey to resilience. Findings highlight the need for effective safeguarding policies within religious settings, and for social workers to apply cultural sensitivity when working with or planning intervention for Nigerian children who experience CSA.
Systematic Mapping and Review of Landscape Fire Smoke (LFS) Exposure Impacts on Insects
Authors: Liu Yanan , Francis Robert A , Wooster Martin J , Grosvenor Mark J , Yan Su , Roberts Gareth 
Published: September 2022

AbstractLandscape fire activity is changing in many regions because of climate change. Smoke emissions from landscape fires contain many harmful air pollutants, and beyond the potential hazard posed to human health, these also have ecological impacts. Insects play essential roles in most ecosystems worldwide, and some work suggests they may also be sensitive to smoke exposure. There is therefore a need for a comprehensive review of smoke impacts on insects. We systematically reviewed the scientific literature from 1930 to 2022 to synthesize the current state of knowledge of the impacts of smoke exposure from landscape fires on the development, behavior, and mortality of insects. We found: (1) 42 relevant studies that met our criteria, with 29% focused on the United States of America and 19% on Canada; (2) of these, 40 insect species were discussed, all of which were sensitive to smoke pollution; (3) most of the existing research focuses on how insect behavior responds to landscape fire smoke (LFS); (4) species react differently to smoke exposure, with for example some species being attracted to the smoke (e.g., some beetles) while others are repelled (e.g., some bees). This review consolidates the current state of knowledge on how smoke impacts insects and highlights areas that may need further investigation. This is particularly relevant since smoke impacts on insect communities will likely worsen in some areas due to increasing levels of biomass burning resulting from the joint pressures of climate change, land use change, and more intense land management involving fire.
Making Good and Breaking Bad: Materiality and Community in Netherlandish Cities, 1380–1520
Authors: Coomans Janna 
Published: September 2022

Abstract
This article discusses community formation at a neighbourhood level from a material-spatial perspective. It argues that a wholesome, safe, ‘good’ living environment required both social harmony and well-functioning material (infra-) structures. Neighbours’ conflicts, mined from the court records of five cities in the late medieval Low Countries, provide the evidence for two main themes. The first concerns making things, especially houses and their attendant facilities, and the second breaking things: acts of deliberate destruction within living environments, and by implication, breaking communal peace. Neighbours took on diverse roles, among which their more material commitments have remained especially underexplored by historians. Yet the shared use, construction and upkeep of facilities and infrastructure around domestic spaces, which were of high value, had considerable influence on power relations and social interactions. Groups of neighbours participated in legal validation processes and offered physical help to each other, but also policed local social order and bad behaviour. The latter often involved damaging material constructions. Such informal communities thus acted as links to more formalised urban structures and organisations, and as foundations from which the latter could develop. Their interactions with central urban governments were more multidirectional and contested than has often been assumed. Understanding the social-material dynamic at the neighbourhood level therefore reveals an important layer in pre-modern urban politics.