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Article ; Online: Anthropogenic effects on global soil nitrogen pools.

Chien, Shih-Chieh / Krumins, Jennifer Adams

2023 Volume 902, Page(s) 166238

Abstract: The amount of nitrogen stored in terrestrial soils, its "nitrogen pool", moderates biogeochemical cycling affecting primary productivity, nitrogen pollution and even carbon budgets. The soil nitrogen pools and the transformation of nitrogen forms within ... ...

Abstract	The amount of nitrogen stored in terrestrial soils, its "nitrogen pool", moderates biogeochemical cycling affecting primary productivity, nitrogen pollution and even carbon budgets. The soil nitrogen pools and the transformation of nitrogen forms within them are heavily influenced by environmental factors including anthropogenic activities. However, our understanding of the global distribution of soil nitrogen with respect to anthropogenic activity and human land use remains unclear. We constructed a meta-analysis from a global sampling, in which we compare soil total nitrogen pools and the driving mechanisms affecting each pool across three major classifications of human land use: natural, agricultural, and urban. Although the size of the nitrogen pool can be similar across natural, agricultural and urban soils, the ecological and human associated drivers vary. Specifically, the drivers within agricultural and urban soils as opposed to natural soils are more complex and often decoupled from climatic and soil factors. This suggests that the nitrogen pools of those soils may be co-moderated by other factors not included in our analyses, like human activities. Our analysis supports the notion that agricultural soils act as a nitrogen source while urban soils as a nitrogen sink and informs a modern understanding of the fates and distributions of anthropogenic nitrogen in natural, agricultural, and urban soils.
MeSH term(s)	Humans ; Soil ; Anthropogenic Effects ; Nitrogen/analysis ; Agriculture ; Carbon/analysis
Chemical Substances	Soil ; Nitrogen (N762921K75) ; Carbon (7440-44-0)
Language	English
Publishing date	2023-08-15
Publishing country	Netherlands
Document type	Meta-Analysis ; Journal Article
ZDB-ID	121506-1
ISSN	1879-1026 ; 0048-9697
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ISSN	0048-9697
DOI	10.1016/j.scitotenv.2023.166238
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Article ; Online: Natural versus urban global soil organic carbon stocks: A meta-analysis.

Chien, Shih-Chieh / Krumins, Jennifer Adams

The Science of the total environment

2021 Volume 807, Issue Pt 3, Page(s) 150999

Abstract: Increasingly, the human existence in urban environments is growing. In addition, anthropogenic activity has altered the global carbon (C) cycle and triggered climate change. Soil is the largest pool of organic C in terrestrial ecosystems, but its ability ...

Abstract	Increasingly, the human existence in urban environments is growing. In addition, anthropogenic activity has altered the global carbon (C) cycle and triggered climate change. Soil is the largest pool of organic C in terrestrial ecosystems, but its ability to retain and store C varies. As humans move forward to mitigate climate change, there is a growing need to understand the C storing capacity of soils and their interactions with factors like climate, vegetation or a footprint of human activity. Here, we constructed a meta-analysis which focused on 30 cm soil depth by collecting data from over 191 studies measuring soil organic carbon (SOC) stocks across natural, urban green space, and urban intensive habitats. We then compared the SOC data between different climatic zones, vegetation types, and anthropogenic influences with the human footprint index. The results indicate that SOC stocks in natural habitats (98.22 ± 49.10 Mg ha
MeSH term(s)	Anthropogenic Effects ; Carbon ; Ecosystem ; Humans ; Soil
Chemical Substances	Soil ; Carbon (7440-44-0)
Language	English
Publishing date	2021-10-14
Publishing country	Netherlands
Document type	Journal Article ; Meta-Analysis
ZDB-ID	121506-1
ISSN	1879-1026 ; 0048-9697
ISSN (online)	1879-1026
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DOI	10.1016/j.scitotenv.2021.150999
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Article ; Online: Writing for Scholarly Publication in English for Taiwanese Researchers in the Field of English Teaching

Shih-Chieh Chien

SAGE Open, Vol

2019 Volume 9

Abstract: The present study investigates Taiwanese researchers’ perceptions, problems, and strategies of trying to get published in English in the field of English teaching. This discipline presents an interesting case for publishing, as in Taiwan, this group of ... ...

Abstract	The present study investigates Taiwanese researchers’ perceptions, problems, and strategies of trying to get published in English in the field of English teaching. This discipline presents an interesting case for publishing, as in Taiwan, this group of researchers is highly expected to use English as a medium in writing for research. Through semi-structured in-depth interviews with 21 researchers, the findings show that regarding the role of English, all participants regarded it as an indispensable tool in their academic careers. They valued the significance of English journals and were keen to promote their ideas in the international market by using English as the medium. Most researchers reported that they had writing problems. However, if they were well-prepared, they would not be trapped into them. Except for language use, researchers were confident in their research topic. Because of Greater China’s rapid growth, people may want to know more about it. They also reported different strategies to solve problems in English publication. Implications of this study are discussed and concluded.
Keywords	History of scholarship and learning. The humanities ; AZ20-999 ; Social Sciences ; H
Subject code	420
Language	English
Publishing date	2019-08-01T00:00:00Z
Publisher	SAGE Publishing
Document type	Article ; Online
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Article: Serum Albumin was Associated with a Long Term Cardiovascular Mortality among Elderly Patients with Stable Coronary Artery Disease.

Cheng, Chung-Wei / Lee, Chun-Wei / Chien, Shih-Chieh / Yeh, Hung-I / Chen, Chun-Yen

Acta Cardiologica Sinica

2024 Volume 40, Issue 1, Page(s) 87–96

Abstract: Background: Serum albumin (SA), a multifunction protein, contributes to maintaining a variety of physiological functions. Studies have linked SA to atherosclerosis with possible mechanisms including a response to inflammation. The contribution of ... ...

Abstract	Background: Serum albumin (SA), a multifunction protein, contributes to maintaining a variety of physiological functions. Studies have linked SA to atherosclerosis with possible mechanisms including a response to inflammation. The contribution of albumin to cardiovascular (CV) mortality in elderly patients with stable coronary artery disease (CAD) remains unclear. Methods: We investigated 321 elderly patients with stable CAD undergoing coronary angiography between 2003 and 2006. CV mortality data were obtained from the National Registry of Deaths in Taiwan. CV mortality included deaths attributable to ischemic heart disease, congestive heart disease, and stroke. The association between baseline SA and CV mortality was assessed using a Cox model and Fine-Gray model when non-CV mortality was considered a competing event. Results: During a median follow-up of 97 months, 39 (12.1%) participants died from CV disease and 76 (23.7%) died from non-CV diseases. After adjusting for covariates, patients in the SA ≥ 3.75 g/dL group had a lower frequency of CV mortality compared with those in the SA < 3.75 g/dL group [hazard ratio (HR): 0.20; 95% confidence interval (CI): 0.08-0.49; p < 0.001]. Similarly, compared to the participants with non-CV mortality, the SA ≥ 3.75 g/dL group had a lower frequency of CV mortality compared with the SA < 3.75 g/dL group (subdistribution HR: 0.27; 95% CI: 0.11-0.65; p < 0.001) in adjusted competing risk models. Conclusions: A SA level ≥ 3.75 g/dL at admission was associated with decreased long-term CV mortality and may be useful for risk prediction in elderly patients with stable CAD.
Language	English
Publishing date	2024-01-19
Publishing country	China (Republic : 1949- )
Document type	Journal Article
ZDB-ID	1051394-2
ISSN	1011-6842
ISSN	1011-6842
DOI	10.6515/ACS.202401_40(1).20230825A
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Article ; Online: Machine learning-based brief version of the Caregiver-Teacher Report Form for preschoolers.

Lin, Gong-Hong / Lee, Shih-Chieh / Yu, Yen-Ting / Huang, Chien-Yu

Research in developmental disabilities

2023 Volume 134, Page(s) 104437

Abstract: Background: The Caregiver-Teacher Report Form of the Child Behavior Checklist for Ages 1½-5 (C-TRF) is a widely used checklist to identify emotional and behavioral problems in preschoolers. However, the 100-item C-TRF restricts its utility.: Aims: ... ...

Abstract	Background: The Caregiver-Teacher Report Form of the Child Behavior Checklist for Ages 1½-5 (C-TRF) is a widely used checklist to identify emotional and behavioral problems in preschoolers. However, the 100-item C-TRF restricts its utility. Aims: This study aimed to develop a machine learning-based short-form of the C-TRF (C-TRF-ML). Methods and procedures: Three steps were executed. First, we split the data into three datasets in a ratio of 3:1:1 for training, validation, and cross-validation, respectively. Second, we selected a shortened item set and trained a scoring algorithm using joint learning for classification and regression using the training dataset. Then, we evaluated the similarity of scores between the C-TRF-ML and the C-TRF by r-squared and weighted kappa values using the validation dataset. Third, we cross-validated the C-TRF-ML by calculating the r-squared and weighted kappa values using the cross-validation dataset. Outcomes and results: Data of 363 children were analyzed. Thirty-six items of the C-TRF were retained. The r-squared values of C-TRF-ML scores were 0.86-0.96 in the cross-validation dataset. Weighted kappa values of the syndrome/problem grading were 0.72-0.94 in the cross-validation dataset. Conclusions and implications: The C-TRF-ML had about 60 % fewer items than the C-TRF but yielded comparable scores with the C-TRF.
MeSH term(s)	Child ; Humans ; Caregivers ; Problem Behavior ; Emotions
Language	English
Publishing date	2023-01-25
Publishing country	United States
Document type	Journal Article
ZDB-ID	639175-8
ISSN	1873-3379 ; 0891-4222
ISSN (online)	1873-3379
ISSN	0891-4222
DOI	10.1016/j.ridd.2023.104437
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Article ; Online: Interpreting the results of explicit and applied theory of mind collectively in autistic children: A solution from Rasch analysis.

Lee, Shih-Chieh / Huang, Chien-Yu / Fu, I-Ning / Chen, Kuan-Lin

Autism : the international journal of research and practice

2023 Volume 28, Issue 2, Page(s) 355–366

Abstract: Lay abstract: Theory of mind is an ability to infer others' mental states, which is a foundation for generating appropriate social responses. Theory of mind can be conceptually divided into two related but distinguishable constructs: explicit theory of ... ...

Abstract	Lay abstract: Theory of mind is an ability to infer others' mental states, which is a foundation for generating appropriate social responses. Theory of mind can be conceptually divided into two related but distinguishable constructs: explicit theory of mind (conceptual knowledge/information about others' mental states) and applied theory of mind (the ability to use theory of mind skills in real-life contexts). Although these two theory of mind scores can be described by the percentages of children in the early, basic, and advanced developmental stages, the resulting information may not be sufficient to determine the corresponding relationships between these two theory of mind constructs or identify children with mismatched theory of mind abilities (e.g. children who have difficulty in effectively applying their theory of mind knowledge in real-life contexts). To resolve these limitations, methods for simultaneously interpreting the relationships between the two theory of mind scores are proposed. Based on the findings, each applied theory of mind score can reflect multiple scores of explicit theory of mind. In particular, the results do not take measurement error into consideration, which would make them more ambiguous. Therefore, the scores of applied theory of mind should be interpreted carefully, given that children who have the same applied theory of mind score may actually have high or low explicit theory of mind. Regarding the method for joint interpretation, cutoff scores were selected to identify children who have mismatched theory of mind abilities (high explicit theory of mind with low applied theory of mind or low explicit theory of mind with high applied theory of mind) and determine the priority for interventions.
MeSH term(s)	Child ; Humans ; Autism Spectrum Disorder ; Theory of Mind/physiology ; Autistic Disorder
Language	English
Publishing date	2023-05-10
Publishing country	England
Document type	Journal Article
ZDB-ID	1338513-6
ISSN	1461-7005 ; 1362-3613
ISSN (online)	1461-7005
ISSN	1362-3613
DOI	10.1177/13623613231170698
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Article ; Online: Risk factors for peri-intubation cardiac arrest: a systematic review and meta-analysis.

Yang, Ting-Hao / Shao, Shih-Chieh / Lee, Yi-Chih / Hsiao, Chien-Han / Yen, Chieh-Ching

Biomedical journal

2023 , Page(s) 100656

Abstract: Background: Peri-intubation cardiac arrest (PICA) is an uncommon yet serious complication of intubation. Although some associated risk factors have been identified, the results have been inconsistent. The aim of this study was to systematically review ... ...

Abstract	Background: Peri-intubation cardiac arrest (PICA) is an uncommon yet serious complication of intubation. Although some associated risk factors have been identified, the results have been inconsistent. The aim of this study was to systematically review the relevant research and examine the associated risk factors of PICA through meta-analysis. Methods: Studies examining the risk factors for PICA before 1 Nov. 2022 were identified through searches in MEDLINE (OvidSP) and EMBASE. The reported adjusted or unadjusted odds ratios (ORs) and risk ratios (RRs) were recorded. We calculated pooled ORs and created forest plots using a random-effects model to identify the statistically significant risk factors. We assessed the certainty of evidence for each risk factor. Results: Eight studies were included in the meta-analysis. Pre-intubation hypotension, with a pooled OR of 4.96 (95% confidence interval [C.I.]: 3.75-6.57), pre-intubation hypoxemia, with a pooled OR of 4.43 (95% C.I.: 1.24-15.81), and two or more intubation attempts, with a pooled OR of 1.88 (95% C.I.: 1.09-3.23) were associated with a significantly higher risk of PICA. The pooled incidence of PICA was 2.1% (95% C.I.: 1.5%-3.0%). Conclusions: Pre-intubation hypotension, hypoxemia, and more intubation attempts are significant risk factors for PICA. The findings could help physicians identify patients at risk under the acute setting.
Language	English
Publishing date	2023-09-01
Publishing country	United States
Document type	Journal Article
ZDB-ID	2698541-X
ISSN	2320-2890 ; 2320-2890
ISSN (online)	2320-2890
ISSN	2320-2890
DOI	10.1016/j.bj.2023.100656
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Article: Natural versus urban global soil organic carbon stocks: A meta-analysis

Chien, Shih-Chieh / Krumins, Jennifer Adams

Science of the total environment. 2022 Feb. 10, v. 807

2022

Abstract	Increasingly, the human existence in urban environments is growing. In addition, anthropogenic activity has altered the global carbon (C) cycle and triggered climate change. Soil is the largest pool of organic C in terrestrial ecosystems, but its ability to retain and store C varies. As humans move forward to mitigate climate change, there is a growing need to understand the C storing capacity of soils and their interactions with factors like climate, vegetation or a footprint of human activity. Here, we constructed a meta-analysis which focused on 30 cm soil depth by collecting data from over 191 studies measuring soil organic carbon (SOC) stocks across natural, urban green space, and urban intensive habitats. We then compared the SOC data between different climatic zones, vegetation types, and anthropogenic influences with the human footprint index. The results indicate that SOC stocks in natural habitats (98.22 ± 49.10 Mg ha⁻¹) are significantly higher than those of urban green spaces (54.61 ± 22.02 Mg ha⁻¹) and urban intensive habitats (65.88 ± 35.27 Mg ha⁻¹). We find a significant and negative relationship between the human footprint and SOC stocks of natural habitats but not between the human footprint and either of the urban habitats. Urban intensive and urban green space habitat soils store less C than natural ones. However, when compared across climatic zones or vegetation types, the capacity of natural soils to store C is variable and vulnerable to human activity. Carbon storage in urban soils is likely limited by persistent and stable anthropogenic influences keeping variability low. This is most pronounced in urban green spaces where human management is high (i.e. a golf course) and SOC is low. A comprehensive understanding of C storage in soils is essential to land management and climate mitigation measures.
Keywords	anthropogenic activities ; carbon sequestration ; climate change ; environment ; golf courses ; green infrastructure ; habitats ; humans ; land management ; meta-analysis ; soil depth ; soil organic carbon
Language	English
Dates of publication	2022-0210
Publishing place	Elsevier B.V.
Document type	Article
ZDB-ID	121506-1
ISSN	1879-1026 ; 0048-9697
ISSN (online)	1879-1026
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Article ; Online: Pleural Effusion With Gastric Ulcer.

Chiang, Hsueh-Chien / Chien, Shih-Chieh / Lin, Yih-Jyh

Gastroenterology

2021 Volume 162, Issue 2, Page(s) e16–e19

MeSH term(s)	Carcinoma, Hepatocellular/complications ; Carcinoma, Hepatocellular/surgery ; Humans ; Immunosuppressive Agents/therapeutic use ; Kidney Failure, Chronic/complications ; Liver Cirrhosis/complications ; Liver Cirrhosis/surgery ; Liver Neoplasms/complications ; Liver Neoplasms/surgery ; Liver Transplantation ; Lymphoma, Primary Effusion/complications ; Lymphoma, Primary Effusion/diagnostic imaging ; Male ; Middle Aged ; Pleural Effusion/diagnostic imaging ; Pleural Effusion/etiology ; Stomach Ulcer/etiology ; Stomach Ulcer/pathology ; Tacrolimus/therapeutic use
Chemical Substances	Immunosuppressive Agents ; Tacrolimus (WM0HAQ4WNM)
Language	English
Publishing date	2021-06-27
Publishing country	United States
Document type	Case Reports ; Journal Article
ZDB-ID	80112-4
ISSN	1528-0012 ; 0016-5085
ISSN (online)	1528-0012
ISSN	0016-5085
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Article ; Online: Man With Chest Pain.

Chou, Po-Chen / Chien, Shih-Chieh

Annals of emergency medicine

2019 Volume 73, Issue 3, Page(s) 236–247

MeSH term(s)	Aneurysm, Dissecting/diagnostic imaging ; Aneurysm, Dissecting/pathology ; Aortic Aneurysm/diagnosis ; Aortic Aneurysm/pathology ; Chest Pain/etiology ; Computed Tomography Angiography ; Echocardiography ; Humans ; Male ; Middle Aged ; Point-of-Care Testing
Language	English
Publishing date	2019-02-22
Publishing country	United States
Document type	Case Reports ; Journal Article
ZDB-ID	603080-4
ISSN	1097-6760 ; 0196-0644
ISSN (online)	1097-6760
ISSN	0196-0644
DOI	10.1016/j.annemergmed.2018.09.014
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