bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
FFA and Personal Care Product Use: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
Authors: Kam Olivia , Na Sean , Guo William , Tejeda Christina I. , Kaufmann Tara 
Published: November 2022

AbstractBackground Frontal fibrosing alopecia (FFA) is a cicatricial alopecia affecting the frontotemporal hairline. This scarring, immune-mediated follicular destruction most commonly affects postmenopausal Caucasian women, however the exact etiology of FFA is still unknown. Recent literature has reported cases of FFA as being potentially caused by personal care product. Therefore, this systematic review and meta-analysis intends to be the first to analyze the relationship between FFA and cosmetic/personal care products and treatments, including sunscreen, moisturizer, foundation, shampoo, conditioner, hair mousse, hair gel, hair dye, hair straightening/rebonding, chemical/laser facial resurfacing, aftershave, and facial cleanser. Methods The Cochrane, PubMed, EMBASE, and Medline (Ovid) databases were searched for the relevant studies from the date of inception to August 2022. Case-control, cross-sectional, and cohort studies examining the effects of cosmetic/personal care product use on FFA, available in English full-text, were included. Analyses were performed using Review Manager, version 5.4. Results Nine studies were included in our quantitative analyses, totaling 1,248 FFA patients and 1,459 controls. There were significant positive associations found for FFA and sunscreen (OR 3.02, 95% CI 1.67–5.47; p < 0.05) and facial moisturizer (OR 2.20, 95% CI 1.51–3.20; p < 0.05) use. Gender sub-analyses demonstrated a positive association for FFA and facial moisturizer in men (OR 5.07, 95% CI 1.40-18.32; p < 0.05), but not women (OR 1.58, 95% CI 0.83–2.98; p < 0.05). There was no association found for facial cleanser (OR 1.14, 95% CI 0.33–1.52; p < 0.05), foundation (OR 1.13, 95% CI 0.83–1.55; p < 0.05), shampoo (OR 0.49, 95% CI 0.22–1.10; p < 0.05), hair conditioner (OR 0.81, 95% CI 0.52–1.26; p < 0.05), hair mousse (OR 1.37, 95% CI 0.75–2.51; p < 0.05), and hair gel (OR 0.90, 95% CI 0.48–1.69; p < 0.05), hair dye (OR 1.07, 95% CI 0.69–1.64; p < 0.05), hair straightening/rebonding (OR 0.53, 95% CI 0.01–32.76; p < 0.05), hair perming (OR 1.41, 95% CI 0.89–2.23; p < 0.05), facial toner (OR 0.51, 95% CI 0.12–2.21), or aftershave (OR 1.64, 95% CI 0.28–9.49; p < 0.05). Conclusions This meta-analysis strongly suggests that the leave-on facial products, facial sunscreen and moisturizer, are associated with FFA. There was no significant relationship found with hair products or treatments. These findings suggest a potential environmental etiology in the development of FFA, particularly UV-protecting chemicals.
The Effect of Different Concentration of Probiotics (Lacto-sacc) Mixtures on Growth Performance, Feed Utilization and Digestive Enzyme Activities of Empurau (Tor tambroides) Fingerlings
Authors: Ying Chua Sing , Munir Mohammad Bodrul , Asdari Roslianah 
Published: November 2022

Abstract
Tor tambroides, also known as empurau, is Malaysia's most valuable freshwater fish. With an extensive growing period, a good feeding management is required to maintain fish health. Probiotics have been shown to improve growth performance, feed utilization, immune response, and disease resistance in aquaculture. Lacto-sacc is the mixture of probiotics Lactobacillus acidophilus and Saccharomyces cerevisiae commonly used as feed additives and antibiotics substitute in the diet. This study evaluated the effect of different concentrations of Lacto-sacc mixtures on growth performance, feed utilization and digestive enzyme activities of Empurau (Tor tambroides) fingerling. Fingerlings with an average body weight of 6.53g ± 0.17g were stocked 50 fingerlings per tank into twelve 650L tanks. Diets were formulated with 40% protein and supplemented with different concentration of Lacto-sacc forming 4 experimental diets; control (0LS), 0.5% Lacto-sacc (0.5LS), 1.0% Lacto-sacc (1.0LS) and 1.25% Lacto-sacc (1.25LS). As result, the study showed no significant difference in most parameter. However, empurau fed with 0.5LS diet gave the best result, showing the highest weight gain, specific growth rate (SGR), lipase and protease activity with lowest feed conversion rate (FCR) compared to other treatments. From observation, the mortality in 0.5LS and 1.25LS was among the larger fish expected due to overfeeding. In contrast, the 0LS mortality showed symptoms of disease infection with pop-eye and red spots on the skin. The study shows that fingerlings supplied with Lacto-sacc, especially at 0.5% show better growth performance, feed utilization and digestive enzyme activities than the control diet.
Assessment of atmospheric emissivity models for clear-sky conditions with reanalysis data
Authors: Morales-Salinas Luis , Ortega-Farias Samuel , Riveros-Burgos Camilo , Chávez José L. , Wang Sufen , Tian Fei , Carrasco-Benavides Marcos , Neira-Román José , López-Olivari Rafael , Fuentes-Jaque Guillermo 
Published: November 2022

Abstract
Atmospheric longwave downward radiation (Ld) is one of the significant components of net radiation (Rn), and it drives several essential ecosystem processes. Ld can be estimated with simple empirical methods using atmospheric emissivity (εa) submodels. In this study, eight εa global models were evaluated, and the one with the best performance was calibrated on a global scale using a parametric instability analysis approach. Climatic data were obtained from a dynamically consistent scale resolution of basic atmospheric quantities and computed parameters known as NCEP/NCAR reanalysis (NNR) data. The model's goodness of fit was evaluated with monthly average values of the NNR data. The εa Brutsaert model resulted in the best performance, and then it was calibrated. The seasonal global trend of Brutsaert’s εa equation calibrated coefficient ranged between 1.2 and 1.4, and five homogeneous zones with similar behavior (clusters) were found with the K-means analysis. Finally, the calibrated Brutsaert’s εa equation improved the Rn estimation, with an error reduction, at the worldwide scale, of 64%. Meanwhile, the error reduction for every cluster ranged from 18 to 77%. Hence, Brutsaert’s equation coefficient should not be considered a constant value for use in εa estimation, nor in time nor space.
Evolution of wakefield excited by the interaction of two laser beams with an inhomogeneous plasma channel
Authors: Arefnia Motahareh , Ghorbanalilu Mohammad , Niknam Ali Reza 
Published: November 2022

Abstract
The beat-wave accelerator is a promising candidate for accelerating electrons to relativistic energies in very short distances. Hence, in this paper, based on the fluid model coupled with Maxwell equations and obtaining a nonlinear plasma wave equation, we study the evolution of large‐amplitude wakefield excited by the beating of two laser beams in an axially and radially inhomogeneous plasma channel. We numerically solve the nonlinear wave equation by the finite difference method (FDM) in cylindrical coordinates. We also discuss the excitation of wakefield and the possibility of electron acceleration by taking into account three profiles of preformed density-ramped plasma channels. The results showed that the wakefield amplitude in the preformed plasma channel is much stronger than the inhomogeneous plasma with a density-ramped profile. The results also indicated that the wakefield amplitude in the parabolic-radial density profile and exponential-radial density is, respectively, higher than in the linear-radial density profile.
Mechanical Characterization of Precast Self-Compacting Concrete Shell Beam Incorporating Grounded Coal Bottom Ash and Coir Fibre
Authors: AHMED MUNEER , Khan Suliman , Aziz Sajid 
Published: November 2022

Abstract
This study emphasizes a sustainable approach on alternative green construction techniques that make use of agro-industrial waste and recyclable construction materials to overcome the greenhouse gas emissions and to protect the consumptions of natural resources. In this research experimental study is carried out to evaluate the structural characteristics of self-compacting concrete (SCC) by utilizing ground coal bottom ash (GCBA) as a cement substitute, coir fibre (CF) as a filler with self-consolidating precast concrete beam (PS-B). To determine the fresh state and hardened state properties, a concrete mix design with compressive strength of 45 MPa based on Eurocode-2 guidelines was carried out with different percentages of GCBA and CF. The outcomes revealed that the workability of SCC mix increases up to 10% addition and decreases between 10% and 20% with the incorporation of GCBA. However, it increased significantly by addition of 10% GCBA and 0.5% CF. In addition, the modulus of elasticity, compressive strength, and split tensile strength of SCC were improved substantially with addition of 10% GCBA and 0.5% CF. Lastly, the flexural capacity against four-point bending test in terms of load-deflection behaviour of PS-B was considerably increased by 62.96% by incorporating 0.5% CF − 10% GCBA- compared to the other shell beams, and observed the least deflection.
Boosting immunogenic cell death via Hollow MnO 2 based multiple stimuli- responsive drug delivery systems for improved cancer immunotherapy
Authors: Wu Yueyao , Wang Runtian , Shen Peiliang , Zhou Weijia , Chen Chao , Yang Kaiyong , Yang Jingjing , Song Yujun , Han Xin , Guan Xiaoxiang 
Published: November 2022

Abstract
Cancer treatment by inducing tumor cell immunogenic cell death (ICD) is a hot research direction. However, ICD activation by single pathway is often limited in practical application due to its low efficiency. In addition, the low pH and anoxic environment in which solid tumors often occur also greatly limit the effective activation of ICD. Herein, hollow manganese dioxide (H-MnO2) nanomaterials were selected to load both Mitoxantrone (MTZ) and Chlorin e6 (Ce6) due to its hollow structure and ability to release drugs in the acidic environment. Thus, the synergy of photodynamic therapy (PDT), photothermal therapy (PTT) and chemotherapy can induce the process of immunogenic cell death, stimulate the maturation of dendritic cells (DCs), and activate the immune response to better kill tumor cells. Good immunotherapeutic effect was obtained when MnO2-C/M-HA was given intravenously to 4T1 tumor-bearing BALB/c mice and irradiated with 660 nm near-infrared laser. This study makes up for the limitations of monotherapy and provides a multifunctional platform for tumor immunotherapy.
Reliability Prediction of Alkali-activated Mortar during Flexural Loading by Weibull Analysis
Authors: Tajunnisa Yuyun - , Rasuli Mohammad Idris , Yamamura Akifumi , Shigeishi Mitsuhiro 
Published: November 2022

Abstract
This paper focuses on using Weibull analysis to predict various mortars' robustness based on the fracture process analysis through the flexural test which was recorded by the sensor of Acoustic Emission. Weibull distribution is used to clarify the reliability and robustness of cement by mortar characterization made from fly ash (F), ground granulated blast-furnace slag (GGBFS or G), and micro-silica (M) alkali activation compared with Ordinary Portland Cement (OPC) Mortars. This mortar production aims to characterize and compare alkali-activated materials (AAMs) properties with the cement type commonly used, OPC. AAMs are an alternative to Portland cement, that can decrease the amount of CO2 emission. The fracture process under flexural loading of AAMs was made from 4 combinations of F/G/M activated by the alkaline solution. Four variations are AAM-IV, AAM-V, AAM-VI, AAM-VII, and OPC as a control. Weibull analysis showed that AAMs were more robust than OPC mortar and possessed minor fractures compared to OPC mortar.
Complications of the ureteral stump after upper tract approach treatment of duplex systems in children
Authors: Wang Jinbin , Zhao Yining , Zheng Rui , Chen Zhoutong , Xu Guofeng , Geng Hongquan , Fang Xiaoliang 
Published: November 2022

Abstract
Purpose

Ectopic ureter or ureterocele is the most common upper urinary tract anomaly associated with duplex kidneys, and is usually treated by heminephrectomy and ipsilateral ureteroureterostomy in case of obstruction or reflux. However, the development of residual ureteral stump infection is a major concern. We reviewed the long-term outcome of residual ureteral stumps in children with duplex kidneys after surgery.

Materials and Methods

The medical records of 203 pediatric patients with duplex kidney who underwent upper pole heminephrectomy or ipsilateral ureteroureterostomy between January 2010 and December 2019 were reviewed retrospectively. we evaluated preop diameter of the renal pelvis and ureteral on ultrasonography, preop history of urinary tract infections (UTIs), presence of preop vesicoureteral reflux (VUR), type of anomaly, type of surgical operation, preop differential renal function in these patients.

Results

During a follow-up of 36 months, 16 patients had recurrent UTIs at the residual ureteral stump after upper pole heminephrectomy, of which 11 underwent stump resection. Antibiotic treatment resolved the UTIs in the remaining 5 patients. Stump resection was not required in any of the patients who underwent ipsilateral ureteroureterostomy (IUU).

Conclusions

Most patients with residual ureteral stumps after upper tract surgery do not require stump resection at long-term follow-up. The length of residual ureteral stump is significantly correlated to ureteric stump syndrome, those with risk factor should be followed carefully at least for 12 months for ureteric stump syndrome after surgery.
Transporter Single Photon Emission Computed Tomography (DaT-SPECT) use in The Diagnosis and Clinical Management of Parkinsonism: An Eight-Year Retrospective Study
Authors: Tsang Kaki , Walker Richard 
Published: November 2022

Abstract
Introduction
Parkinson’s Disease (PD) is a neurodegenerative movement disorder that is typically diagnosed clinically. DaT-SPECT scanning (DaT Scan) can be used when there is diagnostic difficulty differentiating from non-neurodegenerative Parkinsonism. This study assessed the effect of DaT Scan imaging on diagnosis and subsequent clinical management of these disorders.
Methods
This single-trust retrospective study involved 455 patients who had undergone DaT scans for investigation for Parkinsonism, between 01/01/2014 to 31/12/2021. Data collected included patient demographics, date of clinical assessment, scan report, pre-scan and post-scan diagnosis, and clinical management.
Results
The mean age at scan was 70.5 years and 57% were male. The percentage of patients who had an abnormal scan result was 40% (n=184), whilst 53% (n=239) had a normal scan result, and 7% (n=32) had an equivocal scan. Pre-scan diagnosis was consistent with scan results in 71% of cases of neurodegenerative Parkinsonism, whereas this figure was 64% for cases of non-neurodegenerative Parkinsonism. For all DaT scans, the diagnosis was changed in 37% of patients (n=168), whilst the clinical management was changed in 42% of patients (n=190). Change in management involved 63% starting dopaminergic medication, 5% stopping dopaminergic medications and 31% undergoing other changes in management.
Conclusion
DaT imaging is useful for confirming the correct diagnosis and clinical management for patients with clinically indeterminate Parkinsonism. Pre-scan diagnoses were generally consistent with scan results.
An improved Bingham fractional creep damage model of filling body containing water
Authors: He Feng , Yang Song , Ren Lingran 
Published: November 2022

AbstractFilling mining technology is an important representative technology to realize green and low-carbon mining. The filling body has distinct rheological characteristics under the long-term action of formation loads and groundwater seepage. In order to study the creep characteristics of filling body under different moisture contents and reveal its aging-mechanical properties, an improved Bingham fractional creep model was established to describe the whole process of creep based on the traditional Bingham model. Based on the experimental data of gangue cemented backfill under different moisture content, the parameters of creep model are obtained by using user-defined function fitting and least square method. The results show that the improved Bingham fractional creep model can well describe the whole creep process of filling body under different moisture contents. Compared with the traditional Bingham model, the fitting degree is higher, which solves the problem that the Bingham model cannot describe the nonlinear creep stage. Model parameterαandξincrease with the increase of axial stress and moisture content. Under the same moisture content,ηgradually increases with the increase of axial stress. This work has a certain reference significance for studying the mechanical properties and creep constitutive model of filling body containing water.
Propagation Simulation of Ultrasonic Wave in Coal and Rock Medium
Authors: WEI Wei , LIU Yang , ZHOU ZhuKun 
Published: November 2022

Abstract
To identify coal-rock interface, ultrasonic detection technology is used to measure coal seam thickness based on acoustic impedance contrast between coal and rock. Kelvin-Voigt viscoelastic model and anisotropy theory is used to established the coal-rock interface identification model including water, coal and rock layer. A staggered-grid infinite difference in time domain (FDTD) scheme is used to simulate the ultrasonic wave propagation in this model. To solve the problem of false reflection caused by artificial boundary in numerical simulation, three PML implementations including split-field perfectly matched layer (S-PML), multi-axial perfectly matched layer (M-PML) and complex frequency-shifted perfectly matched layer (CFS-PML) are compared. The simulation shows that CFS-PML has a better result and calculation stability. The results provide a theoretical basis for ultrasonic identification of coal-rock interface.
A Co-Anchoring Strategy for the Synthesis of Polar Bimodal Polyethylene
Authors: Chen Chang-Le , Zou Chen , Wang Quan , Si Guifu 
Published: November 2022

AbstractSince polar groups can poison the metal centers in catalysts, the incorporation of polar comonomers usually comes at the expense of catalytic activity and polymer molecular weight. In this contribution, we demonstrate polar bimodal polyethylene as a potential solution to this trade-off. The more-polar/more-branched low-molecular-weight fraction provided polarity and processability, while the less-polar/less-branched high-molecular-weight fraction provided mechanical and melt properties. To achieve high miscibility between these two fractions, three synthetic routes were investigated: mixtures of homogeneous catalysts, separately supported heterogeneous catalysts, and a co-anchoring strategy (CAS) to heterogenize different homogeneous catalysts on one solid support. The CAS route was the only viable strategy for the synthesis of polar bimodal polyethylene with good molecular level entanglement and minimal phase separation. This produced polyolefin materials with excellent mechanical properties, surface/dyeing properties, gas barrier properties, as well as extrudability and 3D-printability.
Existence of optimal strategies in a normalized interval matrix game and applications
Authors: AFREEN SANA , Bhurjee Ajay Kumar , Aziz Rabia Musheer 
Published: November 2022

Abstract

Vagueness in the real-world problem performs a significant role in determining the existence of a feasible solution to the problem. This vagueness in the model may be handled by considering the parameters of the problem as a closed interval. In this competitive world, game models with uncertain payoffs can successfully handle conflicting real-world problems. Therefore, a two-player zero-sum game model in which payoffs vary in a range is considered. Then, the existence of saddle point (pure strategy) and dominance rules are discussed for the game model, and mixed strategy is defined in the case of non-existing saddle point. Thereafter, a methodology has been developed to discuss the existence of weak and control strategies in the interval game model. Furthermore, we obtain the optimal value of the game model as a deterministic number. Finally, the developed methodology is successfully implemented to solve real-world investment problems in the stock market and obtain the optimal strategy to achieve the maximum return.
Elevation of neutrophil-derived factors in patients after multiple trauma
Authors: Lingitz Marie-Therese , Wollner Gregor , Bauer Jonas , Kuehtreiber Hannes , Mildner Michael , Copic Dragan , Bormann Daniel , Direder Martin , Christ Alexandra , Krenn Claus Georg , Haider Thomas , Negrin Lukas , Ankersmit Hendrik Jan 
Published: November 2022

AbstractTrauma represents one of the leading causes of death worldwide. Traumatic injuries elicit a dynamic inflammatory response with systemic release of inflammatory cytokines. Disbalance of this response can lead to systemic inflammatory response syndrome or compensatory anti-inflammatory response syndrome. As neutrophils play a major role in innate immune defense and are crucial in the injury-induced immunological response, we aimed to investigate systemic neutrophil-derived immunomodulators in trauma patients. Therefore, serum levels of neutrophil elastase (NE), myeloperoxidase (MPO), and citrullinated histone H3 (CitH3) were quantified in patients with injury severity scores above 15. Additionally, leukocyte, platelet, fibrinogen, and CRP levels were assessed. Lastly, we analyzed the association of neutrophil-derived factors with clinical severity scoring systems. Although the release of MPO, NE, and CitH3 was not predictive of mortality, we found a remarkable increase in MPO and NE in trauma patients as compared with healthy controls. We also found significantly increased levels of MPO and NE on days 1 and 5 after initial trauma in critically injured patients. Taken together, our data suggest a role for neutrophil activation and NETosis in trauma. Targeting exacerbated neutrophil activation might represent a new therapeutic option for critically injured patients.