bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Determinants of children’s development (cognitive, language and motor) and growth (length for age Z-score) at 6-16 months of age in urban Bangladesh
Authors: Hossain Sheikh Jamal , Hamadani Jena Derakhshani , Tofail Fahmida , Fisher Jane , Rahman Md. Anisur , Rahman Syed Moshfiqur 
Published: October 2022

Abstract
Background
Children’s growth and development are multifactorial. Little is known about the maternal and children’s factors associated with children’s development and growth in urban areas of low- and middle-income countries. The objective of this study was to determine the important factors associated with children’s development (cognitive, language and motor) and growth (length for age Z score) at age 6–16 months
Methods
This cross-sectional study was conducted in an urban area of Bangladesh. Bayley III and the WHO methods were used to assess children’s development and growth respectively. Multivariable linear regression model and dominance analysis were used to determine the important factors associated with development and growth.
Results
Out of the total 599 mother-child dyads, 303 (50.58%) were girls. The common determinants of children’s development were Length-for-age-Z-score (LAZ) [cognitive: B = 1.21 (95%CI = 0.31, 2.11), P = 0.008, Language: 1.67 (0.79, 2.55) P < 0.001; motor: 2.15 (1.01, 3.29) P < 0.001] and home environment [cognitive: 0.58 (0.27, 0.89) P < 0.001, Language: 0.59 (0.27, 0.92), P < 0.001, motor: 0.44 (0.09, 0.79) P = 0.013]. Girls had higher cognitive and language development and LAZ scores than the boys. LAZ score was predicted by their age and gender and the children of families with middle wealth quintile were taller than the children of lower wealth quintile.
Conclusion
Children’s nutritional status and home environment are important factors for children’s development in low resource urban settings of Bangladesh. Poverty is an important predictor of children’s growth.
Image encryption algorithm based on 2D-SICM and bit plane decomposition
Authors: Jiang Xiaoman , Jiang Guangyu 
Published: October 2022

Abstract
A pixel is the smallest numerical component representing an image's composition. Image encryption involves changing the position and size of pixels, known as confusion and diffusion. The paper proposes a novel two-dimensional chaotic map (2D-SICM) which is coupled with the sine map and infinite collapse map. An encryption algorithm based on the new 2D-SICM is proposed. The proposed encryption system decomposes the plaintext image into eight binary bit-planes. The random matrix generated by the 2D-SICM chaotic map is used to perform the bitwise computation of the pixel values of the plaintext image while executing both confusion and diffusion. Finally, the feature information of the ciphertext image is analyzed for correlation, entropy, contrast, and energy. The results show that the image encryption system passes performance tests and noise attacks, demonstrating its effectiveness.
The circHIPK3/miR-524-5p/Nr4A2 axis regulates colon cancer cell proliferation, migration, invasion, and apoptosis
Authors: Li Xiang , Li Zitao , Li Caijuan , Zhang Gaosen , Bian Donglin , Zhang Zhen 
Published: October 2022

Abstract
Purpose
Circular RNAs (circRNAs) are shown to play various key roles in cancer development and progression. This study sought to identify the role of one circRNA, circHIPK3, in colon cancer and determine the mechanism by which it impacts this disease.
Methods
CircHIPK3, miR-524-5p, and Nr4A2 expression were measured using qRT-PCR. Colon cancer cell proliferation, migration, and invasion were determined using CCK-8 and transwell assays, and apoptosis was assessed by TUNEL assay. Western blotting was used to measure the expression of related proteins. The correlation between miR-524-5p and circHIPK3 or Nr4A2 was confirmed using dual-luciferase reporter gene analysis. Finally, animal experiments were used to evaluate the effect of circHIPK3 silencing in vivo.
Results
CircHIPK3 is highly expressed in colon cancer cells. Silencing of this gene inhibits colon cancer cell proliferation, migration, and invasion and promotes apoptosis. In addition, miR-524-5p, which interacts with Nr4A2, was shown to be a circHIPK3 target gene. Knockdown of miR-524-5p reversed the effect of circHIPK3 silencing on colon cancer cells. Meanwhile, Nr4A2 overexpression reversed the effects of miR-524-5p overexpression on colon cancer cells.
Conclusion
CircHIPK3 uses the miR-524-5p/Nr4A2 axis to inhibit colon cancer cell proliferation, migration, and invasion and to promote apoptosis. These findings suggest that circHIPK3 could serve as a potential target for colon cancer treatment.
Source apportionment of heavy metals in soils around a coal gangue heap with the APCS-MLR and PMF receptor models
Authors: MA JIE , Shen Zhijie , Wang Shenglan , Deng Li , Sun Jing , Liu Ping , She Zelei 
Published: October 2022

Abstract
This study researched the characteristics and source apportionment of heavy metal pollution in the agricultural soil surrounding a gangue coal heap in Nanchuan, Chongqing using APCS-MLR and PMF receptor models. The applicability of the models were compared in the assessment of source apportionment. The results, in combination with those from soil profile data, showed that the average contents of Cd, Hg, As, Pb, Cr, Cu, Ni, and Zn in the topsoil were 0.46, 0.14, 9.66, 31.2, 127, 95.6, 76.0, and 158mg/kg, respectively. The spatial distribution and correlation analysis indicated that Cd, Hg, As, and Pb had a significant positive correlation (r = 0.45–0.70, P < 0.01), with the highest concentrations near the gangue heap in the northwest of this study area. Cr and Cu had a significant positive correlation (r = 0.47, P < 0.05), with the highest concentrations in the northwest and southeast of this study area. Ni and Zn had a significant positive correlation (r = 0.88, P < 0.01), with the lowest concentrations in the northwest of this study area. The analysis of pollution sources showed that Cd, Hg, As, and Pb were mainly affected by the gangue heap accumulation, with respective contributions of 74.6%, 79.4%, 69.1%, and 67.2% from the APCS-MLR analysis and 69.7%, 60.7%, 57.4%, and 41.9% from the PMF analysis. Ni and Zn were mainly affected by industrial and agricultural activities, while Cr and Cu were mainly affected by natural factors. The results of the source apportionment were consistent with those of APCS-MLR and PMF. This study demonstrates that the combined application of the two receptor models can make the results of source apportionment more comprehensive, accurate, and reliable.
Carbon capture utilization and storage (CCUS) – it’s happening now! However, are there still any challenges?
Authors: Halland Eva 
Published: October 2022

These days we see a growing interest and more concrete project plans for CCUS in many European countries but with a pathway to “Net Zero”, we are fare from on-track! This definitely implies a stronger push for CCUS in Europe.Although we can show 26 years of permanently stored CO2 in deep geological formations offshore Norway, heavily studied and monitored, there are still many questions about whether CCS is a safe and viable technology. Based on this experience and many years of research and development, we can conclude that this is a viable and safe technology.We know that we have a large storage resources for CO2 on land and offshore in Europe, and we have large CO2 emissions that need to be captured. If CCUS is to achieve the economies of scale necessary to reduce costs and develop technology, cooperation is needed. Like other technologies that are expensive at the start, CO2capture needs to be more efficient and by that less expensive and we need an effort to speed up the mapping and characterization of safe CO2 storage capacity. However, CCUS is the lowest cost, or only, option for many industries to decarbonize, and these industries will be fully exposed to the carbon price by 2023, so CCUS is essential to deliver large-scale and permanent removal of CO2.To contribute to the development of technology for capture, transport, and storage of CO2, with the ambition of achieving a cost-effective solution, the Norwegian government decided in 2020 to develop a full-scale carbon capture and storage project, called Longship.As a result of this decision, we now see that the next phase for CCS is already underway with a growing interest in new areas for CO2storage and more industrial demonstration projects for emission reductions. On the Norwegian continental shelf, three licenses for offshore storage of CO2have been awarded in recent years, these involve 5 companies, and new license applications and new companies are on the way. These companies have presented clear projects involving the entire business chain.We have the knowledge and the technology is ready, so why isn't the CCUS flying? Perhaps it is about setting clear political goals, transporting CO2across national borders, removing potential regulatory barriers and developing new business models. Easy? Let's talk about it and cooperate.
Dietary Status of Women who Gave Birth with Congenital Anomalies in Bale Zone Hospitals, Southeast Ethiopia
Authors: Mekonnen Alemayehu Gonie , Kitila Tamiru Tesfaye , Amare Nakachew Sewnet 
Published: October 2022

Objective:
Congenital anomalies (CAs) are structural or functional anomalies that develop during intrauterine life and are present at birth. There has been very little knowledge on various forms of CAs as well as dietary status of women who gave birth with CAs in Southeast Ethiopia. This study, therefore, examined the types of CAs diagnosed at birth as well as the dietary status of women who gave birth with CAs in Southeast Ethiopia.

Methods:
An institutional-based cross-sectional study was conducted in Bale zone hospitals, Southeast Ethiopia. All women who gave birth with any form of CAs were included in the study. All births were examined by either obstetricians or emergency obstetric surgeons. Data were entered into SPSS version 21 for analysis. Descriptive statistics were computed to summarize the data.

Results:
In this study, anencephaly (30.9%) and spinal bifida (17.6%) were the most commonly reported form of CAs. A single case of the imperforated anus, minigocephalocele, severe spinal bifida, twin transfusion syndrome, polyhydramnios and the umbilical hernia was also diagnosed during the study period. Nearly half percent (48.5%) of women who gave birth with CAs consumed less than one meal of meat per week, and 33% of women consumed 1-3 meals of fresh vegetables per week during their pregnancy. Furthermore, the reported consumption of folic acid and intake of iron during the current pregnancy was 23.3% (95% CI: 17.2, 33.7) and 47.8% (95% CI: 32.6, 61.9), respectively.

Conclusion:
The incidence of CAs in the study area is high. Consumption of a range of vegetables and fruits may reduce the development of Cas; hence, educational interventions that improve women's healthy diet practices must be considered. We also recommend further studies to better understand the relationships between the dietary status of women and the incidence of CAs.
Concordance and Accuracy of Teledermatology Using Mobile Phones in the Outpatient Clinic of Jose R Reyes Memorial Medical Center: Cross-sectional Study
Authors: Preclaro Ivan Arni Caballero , Gulmatico-Flores Zharlah , Tianco Elizabeth Amelia Velasco 
Published: October 2022

Background
Dermatologists rely on visual findings; thus, teledermatology is uniquely compatible to providing dermatologic care. The use of mobile phones in a store-and-forward approach, where gathered data are sent to a distant health provider for later review, may be a potential bridge in seeking dermatologic care.

Objective
This study aimed to determine the agreement between face-to-face consultations and teledermatologic consultations through the store-and-forward approach using mobile phones and its accuracy compared to a histopathologic diagnosis.

Methods
The study design was a cross-sectional study of participants consecutively recruited from dermatology patients who presented with skin or mucosal complaint and without prior dermatologist consultation. Photographs were taken using a standard smartphone (iPhone 6s Plus), and a 4-mm skin punch biopsy was taken on each patient—the gold standard to which the study result was compared to. The photographs were sent to 3 consultant dermatologists using a store-and-forward approach, for independent diagnosis and treatment plan.

Results
A total of 60 patients were included, with a median age of 41 years. There was moderate-to–almost perfect agreement in terms of final diagnosis between the face-to-face dermatologic diagnosis and teledermatologic diagnoses. The third teledermatologist had the highest agreement with the clinical dermatologist in terms of final diagnosis (κ=0.84; P<.001). Among the 3 dermatologists, there was moderate-to–almost perfect agreement as well. Agreement between pairs of teledermatologists ranged from 0.45 to 0.84. The 3 teledermatologists had moderate-to-substantial agreement with the biopsy results, with the third teledermatologist having the highest accuracy (κ=0.77; P<.001). Overall, there was a moderate agreement in the diagnosis of patients across raters.

Conclusions
Teledermatology is a viable alternative to face-to-face consultations. Our results show moderate-to-substantial agreement in diagnoses from a face-to-face consultation and store-and-forward teledermatology.
Opportunities and threats for integration cooperation within the framework of the Union State of Belarus and Russia: strategic situational analysis. Part 2
Authors: Bakhlova O. V. , Bakhlov I. V. 
Published: October 2022

Aims: identification of the advantages and vulnerabilities of the Union State of Belarus and Russia as an integration format.Methods: informal substantive analysis of documents, formal legal method, SWOT analysis.Results and discussion: The strengths and weaknesses of the Union State of Belarus and Russia, opportunities and threats in internal and external dimensions are shown. The corresponding matrices characterizing the parameters of their probability and values for the Union construction are constructed. The content of integration decisions and agreements in key areas of Russian- Belarusian integration is analyzed. The peculiarities of the positions of the member states of the Union State on topical issues of the integration agenda are emphasized.Conclusion: The saturation of the analyzed evaluation areas demonstrates a high degree of probability of the realization of both relevant opportunities and threats to the Union State of Belarus and Russia in internal and external dimensions. With a less risky development of events, it is internal factors that can change the qualitative characteristics of the process and the state of Russian-Belarusian integration — in a positive or negative sense. However, now a powerful destructive external influence is exerted on the Union State and its member countries, which can become the main driver of accelerating the “restart” of Russian- Belarusian integration.
Improved Performance of TS-FLC Based BESS for Power Quality Improvement of Grid Connected Hybrid Renewable Energy System
Authors: SHARMA MEERA , NIJHAWAN PARAG , SINHA AMRITA 
Published: October 2022

When coupled with the appropriate controller, a battery energy storage
system (BESS) is the most effective energy storage technology for
diminishing system fluctuations due to atmospheric and meteorological
variabilities. This work proposes DC and AC side controllers, for a
hybrid wind-PV-BESS connected to the grid, based on Takagi Sugeno-Fuzzy
Logic Controller (TS-FLC). When unbalanced loads are connected to the
Point of Common Coupling (PCC), the suggested inverter controller helps
balance grid currents, reduce harmonics caused by non-linear loads, and
compensate for reactive power demand by the load. The same inverter may
provide active power to the grid and act as a maximum power point
tracker (MPPT) as the battery’s State of Charge (SoC) reaches its
maximum, so a separate converter is not necessary to get the
maximum power. TS-FLC controller in various case scenarios have been
tested using MATLAB and is compared to the Proportional Integral (PI)
controller. Though both controllers work effectively but TS-FLC has an
extra edge over PI controller and Mamdani Fuzzy controllers as per
IEEE-519 standard. TS-FLC is capable of reducing source current
harmonics up to 0.08% (steady - state) and 0.10% (with fault), while
source current harmonics reduction with PI controller is comparatively
much higher.
The Effect of Soaking Time and Liquid Smoke Types on the Quality of Smoked Skipjack (Kastuwonus pelanis L.) Fillets During Storage
Authors: Bora Naema , Tiri John Tibo Kana , Idayati Eny 
Published: October 2022

This study aims to determine the effect of soaking time in distilled and non-distilled liquid smoke of kusambi wood (Schleicera oleosa) on the quality of smoked skipjack fillets. This study used an experimental method designed with a completely randomized design (CRD) with two factor treatments. The first factor was soaking time with four levels, namely 10, 20, 30 and 40 min. The second treatment factor was the type of liquid smoke from kusambi wood (without and with distillation). The variables observed in this study focused on the quality of the smoked skipjack fillets after the 8-day storage period, including: water content (%), pH, total acid (%), fat content (%) protein (%) and phenol content (%). The results showed that the liquid smoke of kusambi wood with distillation had a pH of 3.18 which was more acidic and had higher phenol content (0.61%) and acid content (17.62%) than liquid smoke without distillation. Of the eight treatment combinations, the quality of smoked skipjack fillets after 8 days of storage, it is found that the treatment of soaking 30 min and 40 min in distilled liquid smoke is the best treatment and meets the quality requirements of SNI. This is based on the value of water content (48.46% and 49.67%), pH (4.04 and 3.96), total acid (8.84% and 9.07%), fat content (4.85% and 4.92%), protein content (18.04% and 17.83%) and phenol content in smoked skipjack fillets (0.65% and 0.61%). Keywords: liquid smoke, distillation, soaking time, quality of smoked skipjack fillet
Veterinary technicians contribute to shared decision-making during companion animal veterinary appointments
Authors: Janke Natasha , Shaw Jane R. , Coe Jason B. 
Published: October 2022

Abstract

OBJECTIVE
To describe and compare veterinary professionals’ use of shared decision-making during companion animal appointments.

DESIGN
Multi-practice cross-sectional study.

SAMPLE
A purposive sample of 4 companion animal veterinary clinics in a group practice in Texas.

PROCEDURES
A convenience sample of veterinary appointments were recorded January to March 2018 and audio-recordings were analyzed using the Observer OPTION5 instrument to assess shared decision-making. Each decision was categorized by veterinary professional involvement.

RESULTS
A total of 76/85 (89%) appointments included at least 1 decision between the client and veterinary professional(s), with a total of 129 shared decisions. Decisions that involved both a veterinary technician and veterinarian scored significantly higher for elements of shared decision-making (OPTION5 = 29.5 ± 8.4; n = 46), than veterinarian-only decisions (OPTION5 = 25.4 ± 11.50; P = .040; n = 63), and veterinary technician-only decisions (OPTION5 = 22.5 ± 7.15; P = .001; n = 20). Specific elements of shared decision-making that differed significantly based on veterinary professional involvement included educating the client about options (OPTION5 Item 3; P = .0041) and integrating the client’s preference (OPTION5 Item 5; P = .0010).

CLINICAL RELEVANCE
Findings suggest that clients are more involved in decision making related to their pet’s health care when both the veterinary technician and veterinarian communicate with the client. Veterinary technicians’ communication significantly enhanced client engagement in decision-making when working collaboratively with the veterinarian.
Whey protein protects liver mitochondrial function against oxidative stress in rats exposed to acrolein
Authors: Aydın Birsen , Oğuz Ali , Şekeroğlu Vedat , Atlı Şekeroğlu Zülal 
Published: October 2022

Abstract
Acrolein (AC) is one of the most toxic environmental pollutants, often associated with incomplete combustion of petrol, wood, and plastic, oil frying, and tobacco smoking, that causes oxidative damage to DNA and mitochondria. Considering that little is known about the protective effects of whey protein (WP) against AC-induced liver toxicity, the aim of our study was to learn more about them in respect to liver mitochondrial oxidative stress, respiratory enzymes, Krebs cycle enzymes, and adenosine triphosphate (ATP). To do that, we treated Sprague Dawley rats with daily doses of AC alone (5 mg/kg bw in 0.9 % NaCl solution), WP alone (200 mg/kg bw, in 0.9 % NaCl solution), or their combination by oral gavage for six days a week over 30 days. As expected, the AC group showed a drop in glutathione levels and antioxidant, transport chain, and tricarboxylic acid cycle enzyme activities and a significant rise in mitochondrial lipid peroxidation and protein carbonyl levels. Co-treatment with WP mitigated oxidative stress and improved enzyme activities. Judging by the measured parameters, WP reduced AC toxicity by improving bioenergetic mechanisms and eliminating oxidative stress.
Postpartum pancreatitis in young female – a rare case in the Emergency Department
Authors: Nemeth Adrienn , Popescu Puiu 
Published: October 2022

Abstract

Introduction: Acute pancreatitis is a condition that leads to multiple organ failure syndromes if not diagnosed and treated correctly. The most frequent causes of acute pancreatitis are gallstones, alcohol consumption, and elevated triglyceride serum level.

Case Presentation: A 21-year-old female presented to the emergency department with epigastric pain, nausea, vomiting, and diaphoresis. The patient had a non-complicated vaginal birth four months prior, had no personal history of illness, reported no alcohol consumption, and had a slender body constitution. Laboratory tests outlined a white blood cell count of 22.000/µL, elevated neutrophil count, lactate dehydrogenase 294 U/L, and lipemic serum sample reported for chemistry laboratory test. In addition, the contrast-enhanced computed tomography scan revealed severe pancreatitis, with an intraabdominal fluid collection.

Conclusions: This case report highlights the importance of correct early diagnosis in the postpartum and late postpartum period and raises awareness concerning the possibility of acute pancreatitis in a postpartum woman even if she does not have the two most common risk factors: gallstones or alcohol consumption.