cometadata/datacite-titles-descriptions-related-identifiers huggingface dataset:
DOI: 10.18712/nsd-nsd2709-v1
title: Severe Acute Malnutrition and Mortality among Children 6-59 Months in the DRC, 1992

description: These data are part of a large cohort study. For this analysis, the aim was to describe the mortality risk of children in the community who had severe acute malnutrition (SAM) defined by either a mid-upper arm circumference (MUAC) &lt;115mm, a low weight-for-height Z-score (WHZ)
DOI: 10.18712/nsd-nsd2709-v2
title: Severe Acute Malnutrition and Mortality among Children 6-59 Months in the DRC, 1992

description: These data are part of a large cohort study. For this analysis, the aim was to describe the mortality risk of children in the community who had severe acute malnutrition (SAM) defined by either a mid-upper arm circumference (MUAC) <115mm, a low weight-for-height Z-score (WHZ) <-3 or both criteria. It was found an increasing death rate with a deteriorating nutritional status for both anthropometrical indicators. Children identified as SAM only by a low MUAC and those identified only by a low WHZ had a similar mortality hazard which was about 4 times higher than those without an anthropometric deficit. Having both a low MUAC and a low WHZ was associated with an 8 times higher risk of dying compared to children within the normal range. 

The original data was a cohort study including 5657 children living in Bwamanda, DRC in 1989-1992. Jan Van den Broeck was the principal investigator for the original cohort study.

Data are freely available for downloading.
DOI: 10.18712/nsd-nsd2710-v1
title: Methylation Supernegative Colorectal Cancers - a Key to Unlocking the Secrets of the DNA (de)methylation Machinery, 2019

description: Cytosine methylation is essential for the proper epigenetic regulation of gene expression and maintenance of genomic integrity. We aim at expanding existing knowledge about the mechanism of the DNA methylation and demethylation machineries by a systematic analysis of a novel and intriguing subgroup of cancers, which have unusually little promoter hypermethylation. These tumors represent a unique opportunity for direct insight into the molecular and cellular (dys)functions of the DNA (de)methylation machinery and will be studied at several levels by a multi-disciplinary team, using state-of-the art technology and bioinformatics. In addition to novel biological insights, the results from this project may be useful in the clinical management of colorectal cancer patients. Recurrent aberrations among the methylation supernegative tumors represent novel biomarkers that can improve the sensitivity of existing DNA methylation based test for early detection of colorectal cancer, and ultimately the survival of this patient group. Finally, we aim at identifying novel prognostic markers that may improve the stratification of colorectal cancer patients. For further information about ”Methylation Supernegative Colorectal Cancers - a Key to Unlocking the Secrets of the DNA (de)methylation Machinery, 2019”, please contact the principal investigator.
DOI: 10.18712/nsd-nsd2711-v1
title: Local Youth Surveys, 2010-2019

description: Ungdata is a cross-national data collection scheme designed to conduct youth surveys at the municipal level in Norway. Ungdata cover various aspects of young people's lives, e.g. relationship with parents and friends, leisure activities, health issues, local environment, well-being, and school issues. The surveys also include questions about tobacco and drug use, and participation in various forms of antisocial behavior such as violence and bullying. The Ungdata material is collected online during school hours. The questionnaire has a fixed part which is similar in all surveys. In addition, the form contains a number of elective questions that municipalities can choose based on interest and need. It is recommended to use three year cut as national numbers to reduce the effect of the different composition of muncipalities from year to year. For more information see: http://www.ungdata.no
DOI: 10.18712/nsd-nsd2712-v1
title: Systems genetic approach to diet-induced non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD), 2018

description: Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) is the most common liver disease in modern society. Obesity, genetic variations and sex can play a role in determining the severity of the disease. Only a small fraction of genes accounting for NAFLD have been identified and etiology is largely unknown in the two sexes. There is no established therapy for NAFLD and knowledge is limited about the lipotoxic effects of different hepatic lipid species. I intend to examine the contribution of host genetics and sex hormones on diet-induced NAFLD and study the underlying molecular mechanisms in both sexes. I also intend to determine the lipotoxic effects of different hepatic lipid species using systems genetics. To identify novel genes related to the phenotype of interest, we have developed a high resolution mapping tool in mice: The Hybrid Mouse Diversity Panel (HMDP) including ~100 inbred strains of both sexes for which there is dense genotypic information. We study the genetic effects of diet-induced hepatic steatosis by feeding 8 weeks old HMDP mice a high-fat/high-sucrose diet for 8 weeks. We will measure hepatic lipids using a lipidomics approach and perform genome-wide association studies to identify genetic regions modulating the trait. Candidate genes will be validated in cell culture and in vivo mouse studies. To define the impact of sex hormones on hepatic lipids we will utilize samples collected from a study on male and female mice, which have undergone gonadectomy. Our preliminary genetic screen using HMDP unraveled a genome wide significant locus on chromosome 7 associated with hepatic TG accumulation in males. We also have data showing a strong protective effect of estrogen against adiposity as well as insulin resistance. More knowledge about factors contributing to NAFLD may be used for lifestyle intervention, when designing new drugs, or as diagnostic tools to identify subjects of both sexes at risk of developing this prevalent disease.
DOI: 10.18712/nsd-nsd2713-v1
title: The effect of melatonin on brain metabolism and development after hypoxic-ischemic brain injury in the newborn rat evaluated by multimodal MR, 2014

description: Reduced supply of blood and oxygen to the brain around birth, known as perinatal hypoxic-ischemic (HI), may cause brain injury in newborns. In this project we investigated the effects of melatonin as a possible treatment that can reduce the damage. A ratmodel for HI injury (Vannucci-model) was used to compare the brain injury development of rats treated with melatonin (injections 0, 6 and 25 hours after injury) with rats without treatment (given injections with 5% DMSO or saline which were used as disolvants for melatonin). The rats were scanned with magnetic resonance 1, 7, 20 and 43 days after the HI injury with T2-weighted images, diffusion weighted images and diffusion tensor imaging. Spin-Echo RARE T2-weighted images (day 1, 7, 20 and 43): RARE factor 8, effective TE 70 ms, TR 3500 ms, 4 or 8 averages, Field of View 20 x 20 mm2, acquisition matrix 160 x 160, 15 slices á 1 mm. Diffusion weighted images (day 1/P08): echo planar imaging (EPI) sequence with Stejskal-Tanner diffusion weighting using 6 b-values (100/200/400/600/800/1000 s/mm2) in 3 orthogonal directions, TE 30 ms, TR 3000 ms, 6 averages, Field of View 17.2 x 15 mm2, acquisition matrix 110 x 96, 9 slices á 1 mm. Diffusion tensor images (day 7, 20 and 43) using an EPI sequence with Stejskal-Tanner diffusion preparation with a b-value of 750 s/mm2 in 81 directions. 10 b0-images. TE 27.50 ms, TR 3000 ms, Field of View 19.25 x 13.65 mm2, acquisition matrix 110 x 78 reconstructed to 220 x 156, 12 axial slices of 0.75 mm thickness.
DOI: 10.18712/nsd-nsd2714-1-v3
title: The Organization Study, 1975

description: This is a survey carried out by Norsk Gallup A/S in 1975 on behalf of “Maktutredningen”. The topic was the population's participation in organisations.

This file contains data from the national survey that was carried out as part of “Maktutredningen” (NOU 1982:3), carried out on a representative sample of the Norwegian people. 2,203 people were interviewed by Norsk Gallup. The interviews were carried out in February-March 1975. The interviewees were to be over 15 years of age. The interview form only includes questions from “Maktutredningen”. The aim was to survey people's connection to organizations and associations. In addition, several questions about political activity and community involvement were taken up. The question about campaigns formed only a limited part of the overall survey (Olsen & Sætren, 1980).

The interview survey was to investigate the organized and their attitudes towards their organisation, other organisations, attitudes towards various issues and towards society in general. People's political activity was important, both through the traditional channels and campaigns. In addition, several questions were also asked to investigate the unorganized in Norwegian society. This group makes up around a third of the Norwegian population. This was one of the reasons why the sample group was made as large as 2203; one should have material that could be representative of two groups; the organized and the unorganized.
DOI: 10.18712/nsd-nsd2714-2-v3
title: The Organization survey - Secretariat, Full-time employees and full-time trustees, 1975

description: This data file contains data from a survey that was sent out as part of the work on Maktutredningen which culminated in the public inquiry, NOU1982:3, in 1982.
More specifically, it contains data from the organizational survey where full-time employees and trustees from the secretariat were interviewed.
In 1976, a questionnaire was sent out to 114 organizations in the working and business world in Norway. In the organizations that were selected, there were a total of 740 full-time employees in leading positions who were sent questionnaires. 536 of these answered. This gives a response rate of 72%.
The survey was carried out to shed light on the relationship between organizational society and the politics. Data supports the claim that the organizations in the working and business world has power in Norway.
DOI: 10.18712/nsd-nsd2714-3-v3
title: The Organization Survey - Elected trustees (who are not working full-time), 1975

description: This data file contains data from a survey that was sent out as part of the work on "Maktutredningen" which culminated in the public inquiry, NOU1982:3, in 1982. More specifically, this is data from the part of the organizational survey where elected trustees in central boards or corresponding bodies were interviewed. In 1976, a questionnaire was sent out to 114 organizations in the working and business world. In the organizations that were selected, there were 670 trustees who were sent a questionnaire. 475 of these responded to the survey. This gives a response rate of 71%. The survey was carried out to shed light on the relationship between organizational society and public policy. Data supports the claim that organizations in the labor and business world have power in Norway.
DOI: 10.18712/nsd-nsd2714-4-v3
title: The Center-periphery Project - The municipalities' relationship to the state and businesses, 1976

description: This data file contains data from a survey that was sent out as part of the work on "Maktutrednigen" which culminated in the public inquiry, NOU1982:3, in 1982.
More specifically, the file contains data from a survey on the municipalities' relationship with the state and businesses, which belongs to the centre-periphery project. Data were collected in 1976-77. Questionnaires were sent out to the mayor and the administrative manager (councillor, head of office and equivalent) in all municipalities. 81% of the mayors and 86% of the heads of administration responded to the survey. The answers can thus be seen as representative of all the country's mayors and heads of municipal administration in 1976/77.
In addition to answers from the questionnaire that was sent out to the mayors and municipal management, the survey contains data from NSD's municipal data bank and other public statistical information.
DOI: 10.18712/nsd-nsd2715-v1
title: Survey of eHealth Use Among First-generation Pakistani Immigrants in Oslo Area With Focus on Diabetes, 2016

description: The purpose of the project is to investigate how first-generation immigrants from Pakistan in the Oslo area perceive and/or use ICT for diabetes-related purposes. The survey was conducted in 2015-2016 with a selection of 176 participants. The report contains descriptive results for the study that was not published in scientific articles. Pakistani immigrants living in the Oslo area have a much higher risk of Type 2 diabetes than their Norwegian counterparts. This group also reports relatively low ICT skills. The project examines the use and attitudes towards eHealth services, specifically: information searches, communication using ICT and the use of ICT for self-management or decision-making, all concerning Type 2 diabetes. For eHealth to become an influential social innovation, equal access to eHealth services regardless of the users' language, culture and ICT skills is a prerequisite. Results from this study are important for understanding how perople who may not maximally benefit from eHealth services today can be targeted in the future.
DOI: 10.18712/nsd-nsd2716-v1
title: Identification of the Healthiest Beef, 2019

description: The aim of the project was to identify which macro- and micro-substances characterize Norwegian beef and identify what could possibly be done to improve the meat. The project was to identify the method for improving the meat and whether it could be shown that this would have an impact on selected Norwegian consumers. Another purpose was to map the degree of health by studying Norwegian beef in mouse models as well as in vitro models.
DOI: 10.18712/nsd-nsd2717-v1
title: New Perspectives on Regulation of Peripheral Tissue Antigen Expression within the Thymus, 2019

description: This project investigates how loss of the chaperonin CCT influences the T-cells development in the thymus and their functions in peripheral tissues. CCT is a protein that help newly made proteins to fold correctly, and without CCT, the cells are creating an aggregate of non-functional proteins. In this project, knockout (KO) mice and normal mice were used as research material.
DOI: 10.18712/nsd-nsd2717-v2
title: New Perspectives on Regulation of Peripheral Tissue Antigen Expression within the Thymus, 2019

description: This project investigates how loss of the chaperonin CCT influences the T-cells development in the thymus and their functions in peripheral tissues. CCT is a protein that help newly made proteins to fold correctly, and without CCT, the cells are creating an aggregate of non-functional proteins. In this project, knockout (KO) mice and normal mice were used as research material.
DOI: 10.18712/nsd-nsd2718-v2
title: The use of Manual Vacuum Aspiration in the Treatment of Incomplete Abortions and Post Abortion Care in Malawi, 2017

description: This thesis describes a material of data on the use of Manual Vacuum Aspiration (MVA) in treating incomplete abortions in the southern part of Malawi. As it turned out, the use was still low, apart from at one hospital, which at the same time had a reduction in maternal mortality. The other hospitals had a varied and still low use of MVA in the treatment of incomplete abortion and the use of curettage was high. This is in contrast to the guidelines developed by the World Health Organization and the health authorities in Malawi, which recommends treatments with vacuum suction or medical treatment before curettage. These findings made it clear that an intervention was necessary. Queen Elizabeth Central Hospital (QECH) and Chiradzulu district hospital were chosen as intervention hospitals together with Chikwawa district hospital. Two control hospitals were also included in order to exclude that an eventual increase in the use of MVA was the result of other ongoing national campaigns or interventions. The intervention study with training health personnel in MVA was successful with a 21,3 % increase in the use of MVA after one year. Focus group discussions with the health personnel were conducted one year after the training in order to study their perceptions of doing MVA and what obstacles they possibly were faced with carrying out the procedure. It turned out that they appreciated the training and that they liked performing MVA, but that they lacked functional equipment and support from the management of the hospitals. The health authorities needs to address this if they wish to make the treatment of incomplete abortion cheaper, safer and better for the patients. This study can contribute with knowledge and improving routines so that the clinical practice is following both national and international guidelines ensuring the best practice for the patients of Malawi.
DOI: 10.18712/nsd-nsd2721-v2
title: Mass Media Survey 2018

description: Statistics Norway has conducted several surveys on the use of mass media since 1967. As of 1991, Statistics Norway has conducted quarterly surveys annually with a cross-sectional sample of persons between 9 and 79 years. The purpose of the study is to provide a comprehensive presentation of Norwegians' use of various types of mass media and access to such media. The media usage survey aims to measure Norwegians' use of various mass media throughout an entire year, and data capture is therefore carried out quarterly throughout the year, with four equal sub-committees per quarter. The interviews are distributed on all weekdays in order to give a picture of seasonal variations in media usage. Since the purpose of the study is to provide a comprehensive representation of the use of mass media, it is asked about the use of several different media: use and scope of audio media (radio, music playback), film media (television, video, television recording etc.), the Internet, and print media (books, newspapers, magazines, magazines, etc.).
DOI: 10.18712/nsd-nsd2721-v3
title: Mass Media Survey 2018

description: Statistics Norway has conducted several surveys on the use of mass media since 1967. As of 1991, Statistics Norway has conducted quarterly surveys annually with a cross-sectional sample of persons between 9 and 79 years. The purpose of the study is to provide a comprehensive presentation of Norwegians' use of various types of mass media and access to such media.

The media usage survey aims to measure Norwegians' use of various mass media throughout an entire year, and data capture is therefore carried out quarterly throughout the year, with four equal sub-committees per quarter. The interviews are distributed on all weekdays in order to give a picture of seasonal variations in media usage.

Since the purpose of the study is to provide a comprehensive representation of the use of mass media, it is asked about the use of several different media: use and scope of audio media (radio, music playback), film media (television, video, television recording etc.), the Internet, and print media (books, newspapers, magazines, magazines, etc.).
DOI: 10.18712/nsd-nsd2722-v1
title: Neonate Ability for Monocyte Trained Immunity (NAMTI), 2018

description: It is shown that vaccines, for instance BCG, can give long term improvement of the innate immune system. This study examined monocytes from neonates and adults ability to change and respond to stimuli and "remember" this over time. In votro assy which has been developed by a partner was used in this project to evaluate such responses. The responses was characterized by measuring which neurotransmitters monocytes excretes and described differences between neonates and adults. This provides knowledge which is useful for potentiating the effects of vaccines, evaluate optimal timeframe for vaccines and for treatment/prevention of serious infections among very young children. This dataset contains data of cytokine levels expressed as fold changes above unsimulated cultures for adherent mononuclear cells, which have been stimulated with BCG and other antigens to measure their capacity to respond better to secondary stimuli. The data is given for 15 neonates and 30 adults. For adults also age and gender is included.
DOI: 10.18712/nsd-nsd2723-v1
title: Analysis of Polyphenolic Content in Marine and Aquatic Angiosperms From Norwegian Coastal Waters, 2016

description: As part of the doctoral degree "Analysis of Polyphenolic Content in Marine and Aquatic Angiospersm From Norwegian Coastal Waters", polyphenolic content in the aquatic plants Ruppia cirrhosa and Ruppia maritima was characterized and quantified by quantitative HPLC with UV / vis detector. In addition, antioxidant activity of crude extract and isolated compounds was determined by the method DPPH radical scavenging. Data are freely available for downloading.
DOI: 10.18712/nsd-nsd2724-1-v1
title: Travel and Holiday Survey 2018, 1st quarter

description: The travel and holiday survey is conducted four times a year, once every quarter. The main purpose of the survey is to map Norwegians' travel habits, as well as data collection for other official statistics. In addition to data on Norwegians' travel habits, data on tobacco use and other drugs, use of the Internet, firewood, influenza vaccine and attitude to immigration are also collected. Some themes are with each quarter, while others are only at once. This is the person file, a travel file is also available for order.
DOI: 10.18712/nsd-nsd2724-1-v2
title: Travel and Holiday Survey 2018, 1st quarter, Person File

description: The travel and holiday survey is conducted four times a year, once every quarter. The main purpose of the survey is to map Norwegians' travel habits, as well as data collection for other official statistics. In addition to data on Norwegians' travel habits, data on tobacco use and other drugs, use of the Internet, firewood, influenza vaccine and attitude to immigration are also collected. Some themes are with each quarter, while others are only at once.

This is the person file, a travel file is also available for order.
DOI: 10.18712/nsd-nsd2724-2-v1
title: Travel and Holiday Survey 2018, 1st quarter, Travels

description: The travel and holiday survey is conducted four times a year, once every quarter. The main purpose of the survey is to map Norwegians' travel habits, as well as data collection for other official statistics. In addition to data on Norwegians' travel habits, data on tobacco use and other drugs, use of the Internet, firewood, influenza vaccine and attitude to immigration are also collected. Some themes are with each quarter, while others are only at once. This is the travel file, a person file is also available for order.
DOI: 10.18712/nsd-nsd2725-1-v1
title: Travel and Holiday Survey 2018, 2nd quarter

description: The travel and holiday survey is conducted four times a year, once every quarter. The main purpose of the survey is to map Norwegians' travel habits, as well as data collection for other official statistics. In addition to data on Norwegians' travel habits, data on tobacco and other drugs, use of the Internet and information technology, firewood, influenza vaccine, child vaccination and attitudes to immigration are also collected. Some topics are included each quarter, while others are only included once
DOI: 10.18712/nsd-nsd2725-1-v2
title: Travel and Holiday Survey 2018, 2nd quarter, ICT in Households

description: The travel and holiday survey is conducted four times a year, once every quarter. The main purpose of the survey is to map Norwegians' travel habits, as well as data collection for other official statistics. In addition to data on Norwegians' travel habits, data on tobacco and other drugs, use of the Internet and information technology, firewood, influenza vaccine, child vaccination and attitudes to immigration are also collected. Some topics are included each quarter, while others are only included once