bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Synthesis of ZnO Nanoparticles using varying Pulsed Laser Ablation Energies in Liquid
Authors: Flemban Tahani H. 
Published: September 2022

AbstractNanoparticles (NPs) find widespread applications in detectors, catalysis, optoelectronics, and medical devices, owing to their high surface-to-volume ratio and zero-dimensional confinement. Herein, ZnO NPs of different sizes were prepared via the pulsed laser ablation in liquid (PLAL) method under energies of 70, 90, and 130 mJ. The morphology and structural properties of the synthesized NPs were characterized by energy-dispersive X-ray spectrometry, transmission electron microscopy, UV-Vis spectrophotometry, and Fourier-transform infrared spectroscopy. With an increase in the pulsed laser energy, the size of the NPs decreased, resulting in a blue shift in the band gaps measured from the UV-vis absorption spectra.
CLUSTER STRATEGY AS A PUBLIC POLICY OPTION FOR AQUACULTURE DEVELOPMENT IN MEXICO: THE CASE FOR TILAPIA
Authors: Hernandez-Arzaba Juan Cristobal , Failler Pierre , Asiain-Hoyos Alberto , Platas-Rosado Diego Esteban , Forse Andy , Drakeford Benjamin M. 
Published: September 2022

Abstract

The objective of this paper was to demonstrate that the promotion of aquaculture clusters as a policy option for developing tilapia aquaculture in Mexico, resulting from glocal externalities as competitive advantages to the global market, is necessary to develop further the sector.
The farmed tilapia clusters were described using data from the Veracruz Aquaculture Census 2010. We then utilise three theories. Firstly, we focus on North (1955) and Krugman (1995) and find that Economic geography and localisation verified that conglomeration is a function of natural resources and population zones. Secondly, we investigate the Porter value system. Cluster competitive advantage was identified in water availability and water access, electric supply coverage, product presentation and the local market. Thirdly, we apply the Altenburg and Meyer-Stamer (1999) model to identify cluster type, which classifies typology based on natural resource access and the inputs and technologies commercial balance. The Veracruz Tilapia Cluster diagnostic showed an incipient development with remarked opportunity areas, where efforts should be directed, supported by a cluster strategy. However, Mexico and the Port city of Veracruz should diversify their economy. We conclude that adopting a cluster strategy for aquaculture is necessary in Mexico to both increase global competitiveness and to supply the local market.
On MDS Codes With Galois Hulls of Arbitrary Dimensions
Authors: Li Yang , Zhu Shixin , Li Ping 
Published: September 2022

Abstract
The Galois hulls of linear codes are a generalization of the Euclidean and Hermitian hulls of linear codes. In this paper, we study the Galois hulls of (extended) GRS codes and present several new constructions of MDS codes with Galois hulls of arbitrary dimensions via (extended) GRS codes. Two general methods of constructing MDS codes with Galois hulls of arbitrary dimensions by Hermitian or general Galois self-orthogonal (extended) GRS codes are given. Using these methods, some MDS codes with larger dimensions and Galois hulls of arbitrary dimensions can be obtained and relatively strict conditions can also lead to many new classes of MDS codes with Galois hulls of arbitrary dimensions.
2010 MSC: 12E20, 81p70
Single position with 4-hole laparoscopic radical nephrectomy and tumor thrombectomy for left renal cell carcinoma: a case report and review of the literature
Authors: Lou Yuqing , Liu Wuyao , Liu Yuepeng , Zhu Meng , Wang Xiaolu , Gu Junfei 
Published: September 2022

Abstract
Background
Venous tumor thrombus is one of the clinical features of progressive kidney cancer, causing a low 5-year survival rate. The current best treatment method is still complete resection of renal and venous tumor thrombus through surgery, which can effectively improve the prognosis of patients. The mainstream surgical methods include open surgery and minimally invasive surgery, but most of them require intraoperative position change to achieve the purpose of complete resection of venous tumor thrombus.
Case presentation
A 54-year-old woman was found to have a left kidney tumor by accident. Further examination showed that the left renal vein was invaded, and the inferior vena cava had not invaded. The patient had no clinical symptoms, and no obvious abdominal mass was found on physical examination. The surgery was performed using a single position, 4-hole transabdominal laparoscopic technique. The patient recovered well after the operation and was discharged from the hospital 4 days later. The postoperative pathology was: clear cell carcinoma grade III with hemorrhagic necrosis. We prescribed oral sorafenib mesylate tablets 400mg/day after discharge. After 6 months of follow-up, there was no recurrence or metastasis, and the patient recovered well.
Conclusion
Single position with 4-hole laparoscopic radical nephrectomy and tumor thrombectomy is safe and feasible for low-grade venous tumor thrombus. It has the advantages of simple operation steps, less trauma, quick postoperative recovery, fewer complications, worthing clinical application, and promotion.
Benchmarks for Pirá 2.0, a Reading Comprehension Dataset on the ocean, the Brazilian coast, and climate change
Authors: Pirozelli Paulo , M. José Marcos , Igor Silveira , Flávio Nakasato , M. Peres Sarajane , F. Brandão Anarosa A. , R. Costa Anna H. , G. Cozman Fabio 
Published: September 2022

Abstract
Pirá is a recently developed reading comprehension dataset focused on the ocean, the Brazilian coast, and climate change. No detailed set of baselines has been built with this dataset yet, something that certainly hinders its use by researchers. In this paper, we define five benchmarks over the Pirá dataset, covering machine reading comprehension, information retrieval, open question answering, answer triggering, and multiple choice question answering. As part of this effort, we have produced a curated version of the original dataset, where we fixed a number of grammar issues, repetitions and other shortcomings. Furthermore, the dataset, now called Pirá 2.0, has been extended in several new directions, so as to face the aforementioned benchmark tasks: translation of supporting texts into Portuguese, classification labels on answerability, multiple choice candidates, and automatic paraphrases of questions and answers. The results described in this paper provide a reference point for researchers working with Pirá 2.0. Our results show that Pirá 2.0 is indeed a very challenging dataset, particularly useful for testing the ability of current machine learning models in acquiring expert scientific knowledge.
Early detection of liver fibrosis with serum Mac-2 binding protein glycosylation-modified isomer (M2BPGi) during follow-up intestinal failure patients without intestinal failure–associated liver disease (IFALD)
Authors: Ueno Takehisa , Takase Koki , Deguchi Koichi , Masahata Kazunori , Nomura Motonari , Watanabe Miho , Kamiyama Masafumi , Tazuke Yuko , Bessho Kazuhiko , Okuyama Hiroomi 
Published: September 2022

Abstract
Purpose
Mac-2 binding protein glycosylation-modified isomer (M2BPGi) is a new marker for hepatic fibrosis progression. We examined the relationship between serum M2BPGi levels and liver histological findings in intestinal failure (IF) patients without IF-associated liver disease (IFALD).
Methods
This study included IF patients without IFALD followed at our hospital. All patients underwent routine liver biopsies per protocol every 1–2 years. We examined M2BPGi levels and histological findings in relation to aspartate aminotransferase (AST) to platelet ratio index, fibrosis-4 index, and AST/ALT ratio. Liver fibrosis was evaluated based on the METAVIR score.
Results
Total 18 liver biopsies out of 8 patients were included. The median age was 11.5 years. Mean M2BPGi was 0.44 cutoff index (COI) in patients with F0 fibrosis; 0.78 COI in patients with F1 fibrosis; and 1.63 COI in patients with F2 fibrosis. Mean M2BPGi was significantly higher in patients with F2 versus F1 or F0 fibrosis (P < 0.016 and P < 0.028, respectively). M2BPGi levels were more strongly correlated with fibrosis stage than with other conventional fibrosis markers.
Conclusion
Serum M2BPGi is a novel marker of liver fibrosis in patients with IF. It is useful for follow-up prior to IFALD. Serum M2BPGi levels can support the interpretation of liver status.
Sensor Orientation of the TMD Seismic Network (Thailand)
from P-Wave Particle Motions
Authors: Pornsopin Patinya , Pananont Passakorn , Furlong Kevin , Sandvol Eric 
Published: September 2022

Abstract
The Thai Meteorological Department (TMD) seismic network began development in 2008. Currently there are a total of 71 seismic stations consisting of 26 borehole stations and 45 surface stations currently installed. The three-component data from the TMD seismic network have been widely used in a number of seismological studies. In a recent analysis, we have found that sensor orientation as reported in the site metadata is sometimes significantly incorrect, especially for borehole stations. In this study, we analyze P-wave polarization data from regional and teleseismic earthquakes recorded in the network to estimate the true instrument orientation relative to geographic north and compare that to station metadata. Of the 45 surface stations, we found that ~78% are well oriented (i.e. aligned within 0°-15° of true north). However 10 sites have sensors misoriented by more than 15° , and some stations had a temporal change in sensor orientation during an upgrade to the seismic system with replacement of the sensor. We also evaluated sensor orientations for 26 TMD borehole seismic stations, from 2018 to 2022. For many of the borehole stations, the actual sensor orientation differs significantly from the TMD metadata, especially at short-period stations. Many of those stations have sensor misorientations approaching 180°, due to errors in the ambient noise analysis calibration techniques used during installation. We have also investigated how this sensor misorientation affects previous seismic studies, such as regional moment tensor inversion of earthquakes sources and receiver function stacking. We have found that the large deviations in sensor orientations can result in erroneous results and/or large measurement errors. A cause of the orientation error for borehole sites could be a combination of strong background surface ambient seismic noise coupled with an incorrect reference instrument response.
Coupled analytical solutions for high slopes considering rock creep effects and changes of anchoring force in prestressed cables
Authors: Yang Wendong , Wang Xuepeng , Liu Ning , Wang Qi 
Published: September 2022

Abstract
The unloading effects induced by rock excavation on high slopes are significant, and prestressed anchor cable is an effective reinforcement method for high slope safety. In this work, we consider the interaction between rock creep in high slopes and the changing anchoring force of prestressed cables. We then derive theoretical solutions for the unloading rock creep and anchoring force of prestressed cables considering the coupling effect, and verify the solutions using numerical simulation. First, based on the Boussinesq problem in elastic mechanics, we simplify the problem of slope reinforcement with a single prestressed anchor cable to the problem of concentrated force acting on a boundary of a semi-infinite medium. The concentrated force is affected by the excavation unloading effect from the slope and the anchoring forces from the anchor cables. Based on this simplification, we derive elastic solutions for the slope unloading displacement after excavation and for the anchoring force of prestressed cables. Second, considering rock creep behavior and varying anchoring force, Burgers model is used for rock masses and elastic model is used for anchor cables. According to the coordinated deformation between rock masses and anchor cables, we obtain the analytical solutions for the rock displacement and for the anchoring force of the cables under the coupling action in the Laplace space, based on which the viscoelastic solutions for rock displacement and for anchoring force considering the coupling effect are solved by the Laplace inverse transform. Finally, we validate the analytical solutions by comparing against numerical simulation results with FLAC3D. A good agreement is achieved, suggesting the fidelity of the analytical solutions. The theoretical model provides a reference for studying slope reinforcement, analyzing slope rock creep behavior and the long-term prestress of the reinforcement structure.
The effect of agroforestry farming on wood quality and timber industry and its supportation by Horizon 2020
Authors: Báder Mátyás , Németh Róbert , Vörös Ágnes , Tóth Zsolt , Novotni Adrienn 
Published: September 2022

Abstract
One of the goals of the European Union’s agroforestry plans is to alleviate the shortage of timber in Europe caused by the growing demand for hardwoods and the declining import of tropical timber. The study shows which tree species can be considered in agroforestry systems in Europe, and which of them can be used as raw material for the wood industry and what quality of wood can be produced in agroforestry systems. Since 2005, the European Union has been officially encouraging farmers to plant the crops in an agroforestry system and parallel try to produce trunks for high quality timber. By analysing the current economic developments of the European Union, especially Horizon2020, our study provides an overview of what can be expected by the participants of the agroforestry sector and the related primary wood industry in the European Union now and in the future. In addition to the distribution analysis, indices describing projects have also been created. Rank correlation was used to examine the relationship between them. Possible decision mechanisms were also outlined using a custom-built expert software system.
Biochemical markers to predict the development of gastrointestinal bleeding and esophageal varices after portoenterostomy in biliary atresia
Authors: Sumida Wataru , Tainaka Takahisa , Shirota Chiyoe , Yokota Kazuki , Makita Satoshi , Okamoto Masamune , Takimoto Aitaro , Yasui Akihiro , Takada Shunya , Nakagawa Yoichi , Kato Daiki , Yokoyama Shinya , Ishizu Yoji , Amano Hizuru , Guo Yaohui , Hinoki Akinari , Uchida Hiroo 
Published: September 2022

Abstract
Purpose
Gastrointestinal bleeding (GIB) due to esophageal varices (EV) is one of the factors that negatively impacts native liver survival of patients with biliary atresia (BA). Gastrointestinal fibroscopy (GIF) is usually used to determine the presence of EVs; however, it require general anesthesia. The aim of this study is to search for markers in blood tests obtained during routine check-ups that can predict the development of GIB.
Methods
Data of patients with BA who underwent portoenterostomy at our hospital from 2014 to 2020 were retrospectively reviewed. The patients’ data were assigned to three groups according to specific time points: Group B, which included data at GIB; Group NB-T, which included data at GIF and EV treatment; and Group NB-NT, which included data at GIF without treatment. The data in Group B were compared to those of other groups.
Results
In our study, GIB occurred in 11 patients, and 12 cases, and 8 cases were classified into Groups NB-NT and NB-T, respectively. Compared with the other groups, only ChE and M2BPGi in Group B showed statistically significant differences.
Conclusions
ChE and M2BPGi are useful for predicting GIB.
Combined Surface Light Scattering and Pendant-Drop Experiments for the Determination of Viscosity and Surface Tension of High-Viscosity Fluids Demonstrated for Ionic Liquids
Authors: Zhai Ziwen , Jander Julius H. , Bergen Alexander , Cui Junwei , Meyer Karsten , Koller Thomas M. 
Published: September 2022

Abstract
The present study provides a strategy for the determination of the viscosity and surface tension of high-viscosity fluids in the form of ionic liquids (ILs) at equilibrium conditions by combining surface light scattering (SLS) and the pendant-drop (PD) method within one setup. Through the study of the same sample under identical conditions by both methods inside a closed system, the surface tension determined via the PD method can be directly used to evaluate the dynamics of surface fluctuations of ILs with an overdamped behavior probed by SLS for accessing their viscosity. In connection with the SLS experiments, variations in the applied detection geometries in reflection and transmission direction and in the probed wave vectors down to relatively small values were also addressed. The reliability and self-consistency of SLS and the PD method applied within the same sample cell has been proven by investigating the reference fluids tris(2-ethylhexyl) trimellitate (TOTM) and n-dodecane featuring relatively high and low viscosities. For the two studied model ILs of opaque to non-transparent color, i.e., the hydrophobic 1-methyl-3-octylimidazolium hexafluorophosphate ([OMIM][PF6]) and the hydrophilic 1,3-bis(2-(2-methoxyethoxy)ethyl)imidazolium iodide ([(mPEG2)2Im]I), the combination of PD measurements and SLS experiments in reflection direction performed at ambient pressure between (303 and 373) K allowed access to the viscosity and surface tension with typical relative expanded uncertainties of (4 and 2)%. These results agree well with own viscosity data from capillary viscometry and experimental data in the literature, demonstrating the performance of the novel approach for the contactless in-situ measurement of viscosity and surface tension of fluids with relatively high viscosity such as ILs.
Arbuscular mycorrhizal fungal communities with contrasting life-history traits and trait diversity influence host nutrient acquisition
Authors: Horsch Caitlyn C. A. , Antunes Pedro M. , Kallenbach Cynthia M. 
Published: September 2022

Abstract
Life-history traits differ substantially among arbuscular mycorrhizal (AM) fungal families, potentially affecting hyphal nutrient acquisition efficiency, host nutrition, and thereby plant health and ecosystem function. Despite these implications, AM fungal community life-history strategies and community trait diversity effects on host nutrient acquisition are poorly understood. To address this knowledge gap, we grew Sudan grass (Sorghum sudanense) with AM fungal communities representing contrasting life-history traits and trait diversity: either 1) five species in the AM family Gigasporaceae, representing competitor traits, 2) five species in the family Glomeraceae, representing ruderal traits, or 3) a mixed-family community combining all ten AM species. After 12 weeks, we measured above and below ground plant biomass and the uptake and concentration of 12 nutrients in aboveground biomass. Overall, AM fungal colonization increased host nutrition, biomass, and foliar 15nitrogen enrichment compared to the uncolonized control. We observed the largest effects between the mixed-family community and the single-family communities for plant tissue quality, especially plant phosphorus (P), and in colonization rates. The mixed community increased plant P 1.2 and 1.3 times more than Glomeraceae and Gigasporaceae communities. However, this higher P did not translate to the greatest gains in plant biomass. Between the single-family communities, the Glomeraceae community generally outperformed the Gigasporaceae community in host nutrition and plant growth, increasing plant P concentrations 1.1 times more than the Gigasporaceae community. These findings demonstrate that AM fungal community trait composition established at the family level affects plant nutrition and that AM family diversity increases colonization and plant tissue quality.
A portrait of the bone mineral density of boys with Duchenne muscular dystrophy
Authors: Vale Sancha Helena de Lima , Mizumoto Ana Carolina de Melo , Lima Luana da Costa , Cunha Thais Alves , de Araújo Bárbara Gurgel Magalhães , Grilo Evellyn Câmara , Brandão-Neto José 
Published: September 2022

Abstract
Introduction Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD) patients are at risk of developing conditions that can compromise their bone health, such as fractures and walking impairment. We aimed to assess bone mineral density as a function of the age of DMD patients. Materials and Methods The cross-sectional study included 48 participants. Bodyweight and height were collected to determine the height-for-age and BMI-for-age Z-scores. Lumbar spine (LS) and total body (TBLH) bone mineral density (BMD) measurements were performed with dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry. Height-for-age Z-scores (HAZ) of boys under 19 years-old were determined, and the BMD was adjusted for HAZ. Results The DMD patients' HAZ curve is on the left compared to the WHO standard. The older patients had lower LS-BMD (p = 0.012) and TBLH-BMD (p <0.001) Z-score values than younger patients. There was a moderate negative correlation between age and the LS-BMD Z-score (ρ = -0.49, p < 0.001), a strong negative correlation between age and the TBLH-BMD Z-score (ρ = -0.82, p < 0.001), and a moderate positive correlation between age and the TBLH-BMDHAZ (ρ = 0.43, p = 0.007). Conclusion For clinical evaluation DMD population, it is necessary to consider the variables related to height since the delay in linear growth may underestimate the BMD Z-scores. DMD patients have impaired linear growth, and older boys could have more severe bone morbidity.
Hematolymphoid Neoplasms of Breast – A Case Series with Review of Lymphoid Cell Rich Lesions of Breast
Authors: Thakur Abha , Goel Ruchika K , Sharma Rashi 
Published: September 2022

Objective: Hematolymphoid neoplasms involving breast (HLNB) are rare with majority of lesions in breast being epithelial in nature. There are no characteristic clinical and radiologic features to distinguish breast carcinomas from HLNB. However, it is essential to recognise lesion as hematolymphoid in nature for appropriate patient management. This case series highlights clinical, radiologic, and pathologic features of HLNB of breast.
Methods: Clinical data (age, sex, laterality, site and size of breast tumor, interval of secondary breast involvement, stage, treatment and clinical follow up), radiologic and pathologic features of patients with HLNB over a period of 6 years (2014-20) were recorded. Pathologic differential diagnosis of lymphoid cell rich lesions of breast are also discussed.
Results: Six cases of HLNB were identified during this period. This constitutes 0.22 % of malignancies of breast, 0.4% of non-Hodgkin lymphoma (NHL), 1.2% of extra nodal NHL and one case each of myeloid sarcoma and plasmacytoma.
Conclusion: HLNB are extremely rare and histologically mimics numerous other entities, which may be misdiagnosed without immunohistochemical evaluation. Thus, it is critical for a pathologist to be aware of the diagnostic features and pitfalls to avoid misinterpretation.