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Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Yingze Zhao, Ping Tie, Yongfei Bai, Liping Wang, Yuhua Zheng, Jiaojiao Zhang, Xiao Qi, Canjun Zheng, Xiao-nong Zhou
Summary: This report provides an overview of the epidemiology of visceral leishmaniasis (VL) and the recent reemergence of the disease in Shanxi Province, China. It emphasizes the need for public health measures such as health education, improved diagnostics, epidemiological investigation capacity, surveillance, and evidence-based preventive measures in the province.
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Oncology
Hui Qi, Wenjie Chen, Chunming Zhang, Xiwang Zheng, Chen Peng, Qinli Zhao, Yujia Guo, Yongyan Wu, Wei Gao, Binquan Wang
Summary: The study described the epidemiological characteristics of laryngeal cancer in Shanxi Province from 2008 to 2012. The incidence of laryngeal cancer was higher in rural areas than in urban areas, with a high percentage of smokers emphasizing the importance of smoking as a risk factor. The vast majority of cases were squamous cell carcinoma, and the incidence was higher in men than in women in all years with no apparent link to drinking.
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Microbiology
Mimi Kong, Chunmei Liu, Yang Xu, Jitao Wang, Dong Jin
Summary: Antimicrobial resistance in Shigella spp. is a global public health concern. This study analyzed the correlation between genotypic and phenotypic antibiotic resistance profiles of Shigella spp. based on genomic sequences of 218 Shigella isolates. The results showed high concordance rates between genotypic and phenotypic profiles for S. flexneri and S. sonnei isolates. The study also identified discrepancies between genotypic and phenotypic AST results for certain antibiotic-resistant Shigella isolates.
MICROBIOLOGY SPECTRUM
(2023)
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Energy & Fuels
Beilei Sun, Fangui Zeng, Tim A. Moore, Sandra Rodrigues, Chao Liu, Guoquan Wang
Summary: Prospecting for trace and rare earth elements is expected to increase in the future as the world adopts sustainable energy and digital technology. This study investigates the distribution of trace elements, especially lithium, in coal beds in Shanxi Province, China. The research finds that trace elements, including lithium, are associated with the inorganic portion of the coal seams.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF COAL GEOLOGY
(2022)
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Veterinary Sciences
Weidong Yue, Yilei Li, Xinrong Zhang, Junping He, Haili Ma
Summary: This study investigated the prevalence of porcine circovirus genotypes in the central part of Shanxi province and found that PCV3 had the highest infection rate, suggesting it may play a decisive role in PCV2 and PCV4 infections. Further control measures for PCV3 are needed to reduce the spread of the virus.
FRONTIERS IN VETERINARY SCIENCE
(2022)
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Forestry
Yufei Wang, Weibin Wang, Haibin Zhou, Fei Qi
Summary: This study examines the surface morphology and combustion properties of ancient wood in traditional buildings, comparing them with modern wood. The results provide important guidelines for fire protection and fire risk assessment of traditional buildings.
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Veterinary Sciences
Chen-Xu Li, Jin Gao, Sheng-Rong Shi, Wen-Wei Gao, Xing-Quan Zhu, Yu-Ping Lei, Yu Zhang, Wen-Bin Zheng
Summary: This study conducted an epidemiological survey of Chlamydia and Chlamydia abortus infection in sheep in Shanxi Province, China. The results showed an overall seroprevalence of Chlamydia infection in sheep in Shanxi Province of 35.67%, with seroprevalence associated with geographical location and management mode. This study provides baseline information for the prevention and control of Chlamydia infection in sheep in Shanxi Province, China.
VETERINARY SCIENCES
(2022)
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Medicine, General & Internal
Xuhua Sun, Chenxing Zhou, Liyi Chen, Shengsheng Huang, Zhen Ye, Ming Yi, Shian Liao, Hao Li, Jie Jiang, Jiarui Chen, Wuhua Chen, Tianyou Chen, Hao Guo, Shiqing Zhang, Jichong Zhu, Tuo Liang, Xinli Zhan, Chong Liu
Summary: This study aimed to investigate the epidemiological characteristics of ankylosing spondylitis (AS) in Guangxi Province, China. The incidence rates of AS increased from 2014 to 2020 and slightly decreased in 2021. Males had a higher incidence and earlier onset age compared to females. The incidence rates varied among different cities, with Liuzhou city having the highest and Chongzuo city having the lowest rates. There was no significant difference in incidence between different ethnic groups.
ARCHIVES OF MEDICAL SCIENCE
(2023)
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Environmental Sciences
Lishuai Xu, Qian Yan, Yongchong Lin, Zhilei Zhen, Liwen Liu, Yonghong Duan
Summary: Plant leaves can accumulate particulate matter from the air, with different plant species having varying capacities for retention. Some plants demonstrated strong retention capacity for PM particles, while others had weaker retention capacity. These findings provide a scientific basis for using plants to mitigate particulate air pollution.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2021)
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Geosciences, Multidisciplinary
Man Yang, Jinman Wang, Zhaorui Jing, Biao Liu, Hebin Niu
Summary: With the continuous progress of global urbanization, urban resilience has become a major concern. However, there is a lack of discussion on resource-based cities (RBCs) in current resilience studies. This study evaluates the resilience of 10 RBCs in Shanxi Province of China and identifies the dominant influencing factors and their interactions. The results show that urban resilience in Shanxi has been increasing with regional differences. The study provides recommendations to achieve a high level of urban resilience.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF DISASTER RISK REDUCTION
(2022)
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Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Xiaomei Li, Dongzhen Chen, Yan Zhang, Xiaojia Xue, Shengyang Zhang, Meng Chen, Xuena Liu, Guoyong Ding
Summary: This study found that the morbidity of notifiable respiratory infectious diseases in Shandong Province during 2005-2014 exhibited clear seasonality, with higher morbidity in winter and spring. Spatial clustering analysis revealed different diseases had spatial clustering in the province, highlighting the need for more attention and new strategies for disease control.
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Geosciences, Multidisciplinary
Man Yang, Jinman Wang, Zhaorui Jing, Biao Liu, Hebin Niu
Summary: The study evaluates the resilience of 10 resource-based cities in Shanxi Province, China, and finds that urban resilience is generally on the rise with regional differences. After interactions, the determinant power of key influencing factors significantly increases, suggesting the need to accelerate industrial restructuring and high-quality urbanization.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF DISASTER RISK REDUCTION
(2022)
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Environmental Sciences
Huiling Bai, Xiangkai Liu, Xiaofeng Liu, Cong Zhang, Ling Mu, Lin Peng
Summary: Stable carbon isotope signatures of organic carbon (OC) and elemental carbon (EC) in fine carbonaceous aerosols in Jinzhong, Shanxi Province were observed. The study showed variations in delta C-13 values of EC and OC in different seasons, with different contributions from vehicle exhaust and fossil fuel combustion. The research highlights the potential use of EC isotope signatures for source apportionment and the significant influence of atmospheric processing on OC isotope signatures.
ATMOSPHERIC ENVIRONMENT
(2021)
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Engineering, Environmental
Hui Song, Huimin Zhuo, Sanze Fu, Lijun Ren
Summary: The study revealed that air pollution in Shanxi Province is worsening, with cities such as Taiyuan, Yangquan, and Changzhi being heavily polluted areas. While particulate matter remains the major pollutant, nitrogen dioxide and ozone have shown a dominant trend recently. Health risks in Shanxi are relatively high, with PM, sulfur dioxide, and ozone being the main contributors. Southern Shanxi has the highest pollution level and health risks, while Datong is the least polluted region. Urbanization, population size, civil vehicles, coal-based heavy industries, and high-energy consumption are identified as the main driving forces of air pollution in the region.
ENVIRONMENTAL GEOCHEMISTRY AND HEALTH
(2021)
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Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Xiao-Jing Wu, Jin Gao, Qian Zhang, Chen-Xu Li, Wen-Bin Zheng, Qing Liu, Xing-Quan Zhu, Yu-Ping Lei, Wen-Wei Gao
Summary: This study examined the seroprevalence of Chlamydia and C. abortus infection in cattle in Shanxi Province using the indirect hemagglutination assay (IHA) and indirect enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA). The results showed a high overall seroprevalence of Chlamydia in cattle (52.29%) and identified location and management patterns as risk factors for infection. The study provides valuable baseline information for the prevention and control of Chlamydia in cattle in Shanxi Province.