bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Chinese remainder theorem‐based construction of optimal no‐hit‐zone frequency sequence set with wide gap
Authors: Liu Haiyun , Chen Wendong , Yang Yunxiu , Liu Xing 
Published: June 2022

AbstractIn frequency‐hopping (FH) communication systems, frequency‐hopping sequences (FHSs) determine systems' performance. For the quasi‐synchronous FH communication systems, no‐hit‐zone (NHZ) frequency sequences are good at preventing multi‐path interferences. If the two neighbouring frequency components of an FHS have enough gap, the FH communication system's anti‐interference ability will be significantly improved. Here, a Chinese remainder theorem‐based construction of optimal NHZ‐FHS sets with wide gap is proposed.
A single‐beam full‐space scanning leaky‐wave antenna with high‐efficiency based on spoof surface plasmon polaritons
Authors: Jiang Huan , Cao Xiangyu , Jidi Liaori , Yang Huanhuan , Gao Jun 
Published: June 2022

AbstractA single‐beam full‐space scanning leaky‐wave antenna with high‐efficiency based on spoof surface plasmon polaritons (SSPPs) is presented in this paper. An array of circular patches is placed periodically around the SSPPs waveguide to couple the electromagnetic wave and radiate to the free space. The antenna has been simulated, manufactured and tested, and the results are consistent. The simulated results show that the antenna can keep a high radiation efficiency (the average efficiency can reach 87.4%) while ensuring the excellent characteristic of single‐beam scanning from backfire to endfire (180°) continuously within the operation bandwidth of 6.3–9.1 GHz (for |S11| < −10dB). The simulation results demonstrate that the gain of the antenna can reach 11.0 dBi at backfire and 13.2 dBi at endfire, respectively. The antenna with full‐space scanning capability and high‐efficiency has great application value in wireless communication systems.
Hierarchical voltage balancing method for MMC based on DCSM
Authors: Li Dongye , Ji Zhendong , Zhao Jianfeng , Sun Yichao , Wang Shuzheng , Ni Xijun 
Published: June 2022

AbstractThis paper presents a hierarchical voltage balance control method for a hybrid modular multi‐level converter based on half‐bridge submodule and dual‐capacitor submodule. This voltage balancing method reduces the control complexity of the existing voltage balancing method of the central controller but does not significantly increase the control complexity of the submodule controller. In dual‐capacitor submodule, only some logic operations are added. Furthermore, the proposed method reduces the hardware requirements and communication data between the submodule and central controllers. The reduced hardware requirements refer to the hardware circuits used to implement communication functions. The proposed method is also applicable to multi‐level converter, which only includes half‐bridge submodules, but requires two adjacent half‐bridge submodules to use the same submodule controller. Simulation and experimental results validate the feasibility and effectiveness of the proposed hierarchical voltage balance control.
Slow Sex: Ein Ansatz für entschleunigte und achtsame Sinnlichkeit
Authors: Döring Nicola 
Published: June 2022

ZusammenfassungDieser Praxisbeitrag stellt den Slow-Sex-Ansatz vor. Slow Sex meint einen entschleunigten, entspannten und achtsamen sexuellen Kontakt, der keine besonderen Anstrengungen erfordert: Man muss keine Erregung mitbringen, keine neuen Techniken meistern und keine Orgasmen erreichen. Das klingt vielleicht zunächst etwas langweilig. Slow-Sex-Erfahrene berichten jedoch von ausgesprochen belebenden, beglückenden und verbindenden Begegnungen – und von spirituellen Erfahrungen.
Polycyclic Aromatic N-Heterocycles (PANHs) from Naphthyl and Anthracenyl Amines and Diols
Authors: Ballesteros-Garrido Rafael , Gonzalez-Sanchis Nerea , Perez-Quilez Paula , Bellezza Delia , Flor-Sanchez Anna , Ballesteros Rafael 
Published: June 2022

AbstractNitrogen-containing polyaromatic compounds have been prepared in one step by combining diols and anthracenyl or naphthyl amines via acceptorless dehydrogenative condensation with ZnO and Pt/Al2O3 as heterogeneous catalysts.
COL1A1 and FGFR2 Single-Nucleotide Polymorphisms Found in Class II and Class III Skeletal Malocclusions in Javanese Population
Authors: Ardani I Gusti Aju Wahju , Budipramana Melisa , Rachmawati Erlina , Nugraha Alexander Patera , Ardana I Kade Karisma Gita , Budhy Theresia Indah , Hassan Rozita , Listyorini Dwi , Sarno Riyanarto 
Published: June 2022

AbstractObjective The aim of this article is to analyze and compare the presence of single-nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs) of COL1A1 and FGFR2 in class II and class III Javanese populations.Materials and Methods Cephalometric radiographs from total 63 patients of class II and III were analyzed. SNP analysis was performed based on both COL1A1 and FGFR2 sequences amplified from total DNA of patients' fresh blood. Principal component analysis was done to calculate the data and find the correlation of the cephalometric indicators influenced by each mutation. t-test and Mann–Whitney analysis were performed to check the significance of differences occurred in each studied parameter (p < 0.05).Result There were three COL1A1 SNPs found in class II and only two in class III, while three FGFR2 SNPs found in both classes. Class II phenotype seemed to be strongly influenced by Y-axis and mandibular plane angle, while class III by lower gonial angle and mandibular plane angle.Conclusion Based on this study, we suggest that rs2249492 of COL1A1 and rs2981582 of FGFR2 play important roles in class III, while rs2277632 of COL1A1 and rs2981582 of FGFR2 play important role in class II skeletal malocclusion in Javanese population.
Management of a Patient with Bombay Blood Group and Chronic Liver Disease with Subdural Hematoma
Authors: Chavali Siddharth , Raju Subodh , Kanasani Suresh , Gabbita Abhirama C. 
Published: June 2022

AbstractThe Bombay blood group is an extremely rare entity within the conventional ABO blood grouping system. End-stage liver disease also presents with myriad disorders of coagulation due to impaired synthesis and dysfunction of clotting factors, which predisposes patients to spontaneous and life-threatening episodes of bleeding. We report a patient with Bombay blood group and end-stage liver disease who presented to our hospital with a spontaneous subdural hematoma. Although conventional parameters of coagulation in this patient were abnormal, we were able to safely defer product transfusion because his thromboelastography (TEG) report was within acceptable ranges. In this article, we discuss our strategy for optimization of extremely limited blood resources in this scenario and perioperative strategies for the management of coagulation anomalies in patients with liver dysfunction.
Electron attachment dynamics following UV excitation of iodide-2-thiouracil complexes
Authors: Koga Masafumi , Asplund Megan , Neumark Daniel M. 
Published: June 2022

The dynamics of low energy electron attachment to the thio-substituted uracil analog 2-thiouracil are investigated using time-resolved photoelectron spectroscopy (TRPES) of iodide-2-thiouracil (I−·2TU) binary clusters. In these experiments, the anions are excited at pump energies of 4.16 and 4.73 eV, and the ensuing dynamics are probed by photodetachment at 1.59 and 3.18 eV. Upon excitation near the vertical detachment energy (4.16 eV), dipole bound (DB) and valence bound (VB) anion signals appear almost instantaneously, and the DB state of the 2TU anion undergoes an ultrafast decay (∼50 fs). At 4.73 eV, there is no evidence for a DB state, but features attributed to two VB states are seen. The transient negative ions formed by photoexcitation decay by autodetachment and I− fragmentation. The I− dissociation rates and their dependence on excitation energy agree reasonably well with the Rice–Ramsperger–Kassel–Marcus calculations. Notable differences with respect to TRPES of the related iodide–uracil anion are observed and discussed.
Burden of trichomoniasis among older adults in the United States: a systematic review
Authors: Lindrose Alyssa R. , Htet Kyaw Zin , O’Connell Samantha , Marsh James , Kissinger Patricia J. 
Published: June 2022

Despite being one of the most common sexually transmitted infections (STIs) in the United States, the epidemiology of trichomoniasis remains understudied. One population that has been historically overlooked regarding STIs is that of older adults, despite many individuals remaining sexually active well into their older years. We investigated the reported prevalence and incidence of trichomoniasis in adults aged ≥45 years in the United States using a systematic literature review. Twelve articles were included in the review, all assessing prevalence of trichomoniasis in this age group. Notably, no included articles assessed trichomoniasis incidence. Data collected encompassed several decades, from 1993 to 2016. Estimates of infection prevalence varied widely and ranged from 0.2% to 21.4% in included populations, with the highest prevalence typically seen among individuals seeking diagnostic testing for STIs. Several studies found increased risk for trichomoniasis in older patients compared to younger age groups. This is the first review to examine the risk of trichomoniasis in older adults, and the surprisingly high prevalence suggests that older adults may merit increased screening for trichomoniasis and sexual health education.
Antiochus’ and Cicero’s different theories of memory in the Lucullus
Authors: Hösle Vittorio 
Published: June 2022

Abstract
The essay deals with an important epistemological debate in the Lucullus: Can there be remembrance of false beliefs, as Cicero argues against his interlocutor, who defends Antiochus’ position? It is shown that Antiochus, like Aristoteles, considers ‘remember’ to be a double achievement verb: Remembrance occurs only if a correct past perception is faithfully transmitted to the present. Cicero, on the other hand, insists that faithful transmission can also occur with false beliefs. The distinction seems to be analogous to that between valid and sound inference in contemporary Stoic logic. Finally, I discuss differences between ancient and modern forms of skepticism, address the issue of why misremembering plays no role in the Lucullus, and find an answer in Cicero’s doctrine of the orator.
„Virtus cerebri – organum animae“
Authors: Jeck Udo Reinhold 
Published: June 2022

Abstract
The first part of this essay analyses the beginning of the philosophy of the brain in early Greece by looking at
the Pythagorean theories of the brain. The knowledge of this innovative achievement of the Pythagorean school was never completely
lost; it also got through to the Middle Ages.
The second part focuses on the effect of Pythagorean thinking on Albert the Great. Albert systematically studied
all available sources on Pythagoreanism and in doing so acquired extensive knowledge of this philosophical movement. In the
process, he also thought through the psychology of the Pythagoreans and came across their brain theory, which he carefully
analysed, commented on, and criticised.
Albert interpreted the brain-theoretical theses of the Pythagoreans that came to his knowledge from the viewpoint
of a speculative construct of Pythagorean psychology, but in essence his accounts, as the third part of this article proves, match
the historically secured facts from ancient sources: Albert knew that the Pythagoreans had not only thought out the relationship
between mind and brain, but had also considered the question, which is so intensely debated today, whether animals think.
The fourth and final part concludes the investigation by reconstructing the basic lines of Albert’s own brain
theory: Albert developed a philosophy of the mind which, although allowing a mediated relationship of the intellect with the
brain, rather emphasised the separation of the mind from the somatic sphere. From his point of view, the brain has no decisive
function in the thought process. Because the Pythagoreans had thought differently, Albert only took critical note of their
views.
love and beloved metaphors in Jordanian Arabic and English songs
Authors: Zibin Aseel , Altakhaineh Abdel Rahman Mitib , Hamdan Hady Jihad 
Published: June 2022

AbstractThis study examinesloveandbelovedmetaphors from the cross-cultural perspective of Jordanian Arabic (JA) and English. The conceptual models suggested by Lakoff and Johnson (1980,1999) andKövecses (2014)and force dynamics proposed byTalmy (1988)are adopted as the theoretical frameworks for this study. The data was collected from contemporary songs by Jordanian and English-speaking artists. Unlike previous comparative studies onloveandbelovedmetaphors, this study demonstrates that source domains found in JA songs such aspain/suffering, sadness, weakness, wound, stupid endeavour, crueltyanddeadly forcealso exist in English songs to conceptualiselove.It is argued that while the use of these source domains in JA is expected as they form part of the prototypical cognitive model ofloveor thelovematrix in JA, they could be viewed as nonprototypical in English. The analysis also revealed certain JA culture-specific source domains used to conceptualisethe object of love [beloved], i.e.arabian oryxandbasil. We argued that despite the existence of similar conceptual metaphors in the two languages, geographical, historical and ideological factors may have an effect on the prevailing conceptual frames in a certain speech community creating some differences in the metaphorical conceptualisations ofloveandbeloved.
An adaptive parametric level-set method for lung health monitoring with smartphone-based electrical impedance tomography
Authors: Wu Y , Chen B , Liu K , Zhou T , Gao G , Yao J 
Published: June 2022

Abstract
In this paper, an adaptive parametric level-set method is presented for lung health monitoring with smartphone-based electrical impedance tomography (EIT). Firstly, assuming that the conductivity distribution to be reconstructed is piecewise constant, the shape of lung-like targets is represented by a PLS function using a Gaussian radial basis function. Secondly, the unknown parameters (e.g. centers, widths, and weights) are computed adaptively without a prior information about targets. Thirdly, rectified Adam is proposed to adaptively adjust the learning rate during the iterative process. The proposed method is evaluated quantitatively by simulated lung imaging, water tank tests, and human breathing data. In addition, the robustness of the proposed method is performed by considering different gradient descent methods and different number of RBF centers. The reconstruction results show that the proposed method not only overcomes some problems associated with the traditional level-set method (e.g. reinitialization and use of signed distance function), but also avoids empirical parameter selections in the PLS method, resulting in faster imaging speed and better imaging quality with an average image correlation coefficient greater than 0.90. It is found that the one-second rate of the proposed method is closer to the true value with an average error of no more than 2% when the forced vital capacity tests are repeatedly performed on five volunteers with healthy lungs. The proposed method is promising in providing the reliable assessment of lung health monitoring with smartphone-based EIT.
Phonon assisted electron emission from quasi-freestanding bilayer epitaxial graphene microstructures
Authors: Lewis Daniel , Jordan Brendan , Pedowitz Michael , Pennachio Daniel J , Hajzus Jenifer R , Myers-Ward Rachael , Daniels Kevin M 
Published: June 2022

Abstract
Electron emission from quasi-freestanding bilayer epitaxial graphene (QFEG) on a silicon carbide substrate is reported, demonstrating emission currents as high as 8.5 μA, at ∼200 °C, under 0.3 Torr vacuum. Given the significantly low turn-on temperature of these QFEG devices, ∼150°C, the electron emission is explained by phonon-assisted electron emission, where the acoustic and optical phonons of QFEG causes carrier acceleration and emission. Devices of differing dimensions and shapes are fabricated via a simple and scalable fabrication procedure and tested. Variations in device morphology increase the density of dangling bonds, which can act as electron emission sites. Devices exhibit emission enhancement at increased temperatures, attributed to greater phonon densities. Devices exhibit emission under various test conditions, and a superior design and operating methodology are identified.
Current density limitation during disruptions due to plasma-sheaths
Authors: Adamek J. , Artola F.J. , Loarte A. , Matveeva E. , Cavalier J. , Pitts R.A. , Roccella R. , Lehnen M. , Havlicek J. , Hron M. , Panek R. , Team the COMPASS 
Published: June 2022

Abstract
The presented experimental study realized in the COMPASS tokamak demonstrates, for the first time, that the current density that flows from the plasma into the vacuum vessel during disruptions is limited by the ion particle flux. Such a limitation shows that, at least in COMPASS, the sheath that forms between the plasma and the first wall dominates the halo current flow. This observation is achieved by measuring simultaneously the ion saturation current with negatively biased Langmuir probes and the halo current with grounded probes to the vacuum vessel. These comparative measurements, which were never performed during disruptions in other machines, directly confirm that the halo current density remains below the ion particle flux in COMPASS. The study also shows, using Mirnov coils measurement, that the total electric current entering the wall grows with the plasma current while the current density obtained by Langmuir probes remains unaffected. This, together with the current density limitation, leads to a novel finding that the halo current width increases with the pre-disruptive plasma current, which limits the local forces. The new findings reported here could also provide potential constraints on the modeling of disruption-induced loads on future reactor scale tokamaks and motivation for further experiments on existing devices.
Electrochemical performance of Palmyra palm shell activated carbon prepared by carbonization followed by microwave reflux treatment
Authors: Punon Mavin , Jarernboon Wirat , Laokul Paveena 
Published: June 2022

Abstract
High-performance supercapacitor electrodes were prepared using activated carbon from Palmyra palm shells. The raw biomass was carbonized at 800 °C under argon atmosphere, followed by a microwave refluxing process with a mixture of HNO3/H2SO4 as catalytic solution. The activated carbons with and without reflux treatment were characterized by XRD, Raman, SEM, BET-BJH, FT-IR and XPS techniques. The electrochemical properties of the as-prepared materials were studied in a potential range from −1 to 0 V in a 6 M KOH solution. The results showed that the highest specific capacitance, 182 F g−1 at a current density of 1 A g−1, was obtained in a sample with microwave-assisted reflux. This value is 1.5 times higher than that of an identical sample without reflux modification. Microwave reflux produces materials with a high specific surface area and promotes the formation of active functional groups on the surfaces of the carbon materials.
Cost-Effectiveness of Masked Hypertension Screening and Treatment in US Adults With Suspected Masked Hypertension: A Simulation Study
Authors: Green Matthew B , Shimbo Daichi , Schwartz Joseph E , Bress Adam P , King Jordan B , Muntner Paul , Sheppard James P , McManus Richard J , Kohli-Lynch Ciaran N , Zhang Yiyi , Shea Steven , Moran Andrew E , Bellows Brandon K 
Published: June 2022

Abstract

BACKGROUND
Recent US blood pressure (BP) guidelines recommend using ambulatory BP monitoring (ABPM) or home BP monitoring (HBPM) to screen adults for masked hypertension. However, limited evidence exists of the expected long-term effects of screening for and treating masked hypertension.

METHODS
We estimated the lifetime health and economic outcomes of screening for and treating masked hypertension using the Cardiovascular Disease (CVD) Policy Model, a validated microsimulation model. We simulated a cohort of 100,000 US adults aged ≥20 years with suspected masked hypertension (i.e., office BP 120–129/&lt;80 mm Hg, not taking antihypertensive medications, without CVD history). We compared usual care only (i.e., no screening), usual care plus ABPM, and usual care plus HBPM. We projected total direct healthcare costs (2021 USD), quality-adjusted life years (QALYs), and incremental cost-effectiveness ratios. Future costs and QALYs were discounted 3% annually. Secondary outcomes included CVD events and serious adverse events.

RESULTS
Relative to usual care, adding masked hypertension screening and treatment with ABPM and HBPM was projected to prevent 14.3 and 20.5 CVD events per 100,000 person-years, increase the proportion experiencing any treatment-related serious adverse events by 2.7 and 5.1 percentage points, and increase mean total costs by $1,076 and $1,046, respectively. Compared with usual care, adding ABPM was estimated to cost $85,164/QALY gained. HBPM resulted in lower QALYs than usual care due to increased treatment-related adverse events and pill-taking disutility.

CONCLUSIONS
The results from our simulation study suggest screening with ABPM and treating masked hypertension is cost-effective in US adults with suspected masked hypertension.
A Dynamic Anatomic Study of Parasacral Perforators: Mapping, Perforasome, and Applications for Buttock Enhancement
Authors: Claro Gilles , Lupon Elise , Dargai Farouk , Bekara Farid , Mokrane Fatima Zohra , Chaput Benoit 
Published: June 2022

Abstract

Background
Due to the lack of knowledge about parasacral artery perforators, flaps from this region cannot be used with complete confidence in their security and effectiveness. Knowledge of the clusters and perforasome of these perforators could help in the design of more reliable flaps and extend the range of applications.

Objectives
This study aimed to identify the location, number, and density of perforators, and to subsequently analyze the perfusion flow and linking vessel distribution.

Methods
Five fresh cadavers were harvested and dissected. For the mapping, after injecting lateral sacral arteries with colored latex, perforators with a diameter of &gt;0.5 cm were examined in 5 sacral regions. All data were collected on the suprafascial plane, with an orthonormal coordinate system placed on iliac crests and median lines. For perforasome analysis, 5 perforators and 3 three sacral flaps were injected with radiopaque dye. A dynamic (4-dimensional) computed tomographic angiography completed the analysis.

Results
A mean [standard deviation] of 8.4 [1.36] perforators per corpse, with a mean diameter of 0.72 [0.14] mm, were identified. There was a higher density of parasacral perforators close to the median line and 7.6 cm above the iliac crests. This pattern was not a random distribution (P &lt; 0.05). The perfusion area was preferentially in the superior gluteal region. Perfusion flow was permitted by the dominant direct-linking vessels towards adjacent lumbar perforators, oriented diagonally upward and outward to the midline.

Conclusions
Parasacral perforator flaps appear to be a useful procedure in reconstruction and in aesthetic surgery, especially in gluteal augmentation. Their reliability depends on sound anatomic knowledge, with accurate preoperative perforator mapping.