bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
A Review of Parameter Identification and State of Power Estimation Methods for Lithium-Ion Batteries
Authors: Ma Changlong , Wu Chao , Wang Luoya , Chen Xueyang , Liu Lili , Wu Yuping , Ye Jilei
Published: October 2024

Lithium-ion batteries are widely applied in the form of new energy electric vehicles and large-scale battery energy storage systems to improve the cleanliness and greenness of energy supply systems. Accurately estimating the state of power (SOP) of lithium-ion batteries ensures long-term, efficient, safe and reliable battery operation. Considering the influence of the parameter identification accuracy on the results of state of power estimation, this paper presents a systematic review of model parameter identification and state of power estimation methods for lithium-ion batteries. The parameter identification methods include the voltage response curve analysis method, the least squares method and so on. On this basis, the methods used for modeling and estimating the SOP of battery cells and battery packs are classified and elaborated, focusing on summarizing the research progress observed regarding the joint estimation method for multiple states of battery cells. In conclusion, future methods for estimating the SOP of lithium-ion batteries and their improvement targets are envisioned based on the application requirements for the safe management of lithium-ion batteries.
Research on Magnetic Field of Permanent Magnet Rolls Arranged Periodically in Circumferential—Axial Direction
Authors: Zhang Yuhang , Jiang Mingjiang , Jia Youdong , Li Xinzhi , Li Zhengfang , Wang Huihua
Published: October 2024

The separation of non-magnetic non-ferrous metals such as copper and aluminum from scrapped automobiles is a critical area of research due to the increasing number of end-of-life vehicles. Traditional eddy current separation methods have limitations, particularly in handling large-sized broken copper and aluminum parts. This paper proposes a novel magnetic roller model featuring a circumferential–axial periodic arrangement of permanent magnets. This study explores the external magnetic field distribution of this new roller design by constructing an equivalent current model, solving magnetic scalar potential equations, and employing simulation tools. The findings indicate that the new magnet array enhances both the magnetic field strength and the range of the external magnetic field, leading to improved separation efficiency of large-sized metal fragments. The results provide a theoretical basis for advancing the separation technology of large-sized broken copper and aluminum parts in scrapped automobiles, offering potential improvements in the recycling of non-ferrous metals from end-of-life vehicles.
Cognitive Biases in Penalty Shootouts: Evaluating Fairness in ABAB and ABBA Formats
Authors: Da Silva Sergio , Matsushita Raul
Published: October 2024

This study examines the impact of cognitive biases on soccer player performance in penalty shootouts, focusing on the fairness of two different formats: the current ABAB sequence and the alternative ABBA sequence, modeled after the tennis tiebreak system. We consider the context of a real-world penalty shootout scenario, where each team takes five shots. The study brings attention to a previously overlooked aspect of the fairness debate in soccer, emphasizing the significant impact of cognitive biases on outcomes. Using Monte Carlo simulations, we modeled 10,000 penalty shootouts for each format, incorporating psychological biases such as overconfidence, loss aversion, and social comparison to estimate the likelihood of success for each shot. Our findings indicate that while the ABBA format reduces the first-mover advantage observed in the ABAB format, a slight bias in favor of the first team still persists in the ABBA format. Statistical analyses, including two-sample t-tests and chi-square tests, confirmed that the differences in winning probabilities between the two formats are statistically significant. The study suggests that although the ABBA format offers a more balanced approach, cognitive biases continue to play a critical role in influencing outcomes. These results help players stay focused, manage pressure, and improve performance during high-stakes penalty shootouts, leading to better team outcomes. It also allows coaches to act as decision observers by using a checklist to identify cognitive biases in specific decision-making situations.
Measuring Open Access Uptake: Methods and Metrics to Assess a Market Transformation
Authors: Abdin Ahmad Yaman , De Pretis Francesco
Published: October 2024

In this editorial, we will introduce the contributions to the Special Issue entitled “Measuring Open Access Uptake: Databases, Metrics, and International Comparisons.” The contributions to this Special Issue explore the methods and metrics that are used to assess open access (OA) uptake across disciplines and regions, a crucial topic considering the growing push by several research institutions worldwide to achieve 100% OA. We will discuss the impact of OA on scholarly publishing, focusing on how economic factors and discipline-specific practices shape its adoption. Additionally, we will examine the transformation of OA models, the citation benefits of a hybrid OA model, and regional perspectives. Our analysis identifies key challenges and disparities in OA adoption and suggests future directions for achieving sustainable and equitable access to research.
Ānāpānasmṛti in the Yogalehrbuch: Its Structure and Visualization
Authors: Abe Takako
Published: October 2024

The Yogalehrbuch is said to have been established in Central Asia and to have a similar terminology to the Sarvāstivāda. However, the exact background of the relation is yet unknown. This paper discusses two points. First, I examine the structure of ānāpānasmṛti and how the meditative images relate to the descriptions of Abhidharmic texts. The results show that the Yogalehrbuch adopts the steps of the Sarvāstivāda but does not reflect a highly systematized doctrine. The second is a comparison of its unique meditative images (oil, abhiṣeka, the Buddhas of the past, and Maitreya) with two meditation manuals, the Secret Essentials and the Methods of Curing, and two early esoteric sūtras. The results show that the abhiṣeka in the Yogalehrbuch is close to the two meditation manuals, while it represents more the life of Śākyamuni, which is also found in esoteric Buddhism, rather than the healing of illness. However, the Methods of Curing refers to a dhāraṇī similar to those found in two esoteric sūtras. The two sūtras use abhiṣeka as the name of dhāraṇīs, not as meditative images. From the above, it is hypothesized that the Yogalehrbuch was established within a background in which elements of early esoteric Buddhism could be found but had not yet seen the development of dhāraṇīs.
Sensors for Distributed Monitoring
Authors: Adamo Francesco , Giaquinto Nicola , Spadavecchia Maurizio
Published: October 2024

This Special Issue focuses on recent advances and applications in distributed monitoring technologies, which have progressively gained in popularity due to the growing demand for continuous measurements of large structures or areas, such as cultivated fields, pipelines, tunnels, viaducts, and so on [...]
Effect of Custom-Made Foot Orthotics on Multi-Segment Foot Kinematics and Kinetics in Individuals with Structural Hallux Limitus
Authors: Martinez-Rico Magdalena , Gijon-Nogueron Gabriel , Ortega-Avila Ana Belen , Roche-Seruendo Luis E. , Climent-Pedrosa Ana , Sanchis-Sales Enrique , Deschamps Kevin
Published: October 2024

The first metatarsophalangeal joint (MTPJ) and the first ray are crucial in walking, particularly during propulsion. Limitation in this joint’s sagittal plane motion, known as hallux limitus, can cause compensatory movements in other joints. Some studies assessed the impact of various foot orthoses designs on the foot biomechanics; however, a comprehensive understanding is lacking. This study compared the effects of two custom-made foot orthoses (CFOs) on the foot joint kinematics and kinetics in patients with structural hallux limitus (SHL). In this quasi-experimental study, 24 patients with hallux limitus were assessed in three conditions: (i) barefoot, (ii) shod with a cut-out custom foot orthosis (cut-out CFO), and (iii) shod with an anterior forefoot-stabilized element custom foot orthosis (AFSE CFO), fitted into a minimalist neoprene shoe. Multi-segment foot kinematics and kinetics were assessed during the stance phase of the gait. A decrease in ankle and midfoot inversion, as well as in ankle plantarflexion, was found in both orthotic conditions. Regarding the first MTPJ, a greater dorsiflexion was observed with the patient being barefoot compared to both of the conditions under study. From the current finding, it should be concluded that neither of the custom foot orthoses produced the predefined functional effects.
Improved Small Object Detection Algorithm CRL-YOLOv5
Authors: Wang Zhiyuan , Men Shujun , Bai Yuntian , Yuan Yutong , Wang Jiamin , Wang Kanglei , Zhang Lei
Published: October 2024

Detecting small objects in images poses significant challenges due to their limited pixel representation and the difficulty in extracting sufficient features, often leading to missed or false detections. To address these challenges and enhance detection accuracy, this paper presents an improved small object detection algorithm, CRL-YOLOv5. The proposed approach integrates the Convolutional Block Attention Module (CBAM) attention mechanism into the C3 module of the backbone network, which enhances the localization accuracy of small objects. Additionally, the Receptive Field Block (RFB) module is introduced to expand the model’s receptive field, thereby fully leveraging contextual information. Furthermore, the network architecture is restructured to include an additional detection layer specifically for small objects, allowing for deeper feature extraction from shallow layers. When tested on the VisDrone2019 small object dataset, CRL-YOLOv5 achieved an mAP50 of 39.2%, representing a 5.4% improvement over the original YOLOv5, effectively boosting the detection precision for small objects in images.
Design of Intelligent Firefighting and Smart Escape Route Planning System Based on Improved Ant Colony Algorithm
Authors: Li Nan , Shi Zhuoyong , Jin Jiahui , Feng Jiahao , Zhang Anli , Xie Meng , Min Liang , Zhao Yunfang , Lei Yuming
Published: October 2024

Due to the lack of real-time planning for fire escape routes in large buildings, the current route planning methods fail to adequately consider factors related to the fire situation. This study introduces a real-time fire monitoring and dynamic path planning system based on an improved ant colony algorithm, comprising a hierarchical arrangement of upper and lower computing units. The lower unit employs an array of sensors to collect environmental data in real time, which is subsequently transmitted to an upper-level computer equipped with LabVIEW. Following a comprehensive data analysis, pertinent visualizations are presented. Capitalizing on the acquired fire situational awareness, a propagation model for fire spreading is developed. An enhanced ant colony algorithm is then deployed to calculate and plan escape routes by introducing a fire spread model to enhance the accuracy of escape route planning and incorporating the A* algorithm to improve the convergence speed of the ant colony algorithm. In response to potential anomalies in sensor data under elevated temperature conditions, a correction model for data integrity is proposed. The real-time depiction of escape routes is facilitated through the integration of LabVIEW2018 and MATLAB2023a, ensuring the dependability and safety of the path planning process. Empirical results demonstrate the system’s capability to perform real-time fire surveillance coupled with efficient escape route planning. When benchmarked against the traditional ant colony algorithm, the refined version exhibits expedited convergence, augmented real-time performance, and effectuates an average reduction of 17.1% in the length of the escape trajectory. Such advancements contribute significantly to enhancing evacuation efficiency and minimizing potential casualties.
DOA Estimation Method for Vector Hydrophones Based on Sparse Bayesian Learning
Authors: Wang Hongyan , Bai Yanping , Ren Jing , Wang Peng , Xu Ting , Zhang Wendong , Zhang Guojun
Published: October 2024

Through extensive literature review, it has been found that sparse Bayesian learning (SBL) is mainly applied to traditional scalar hydrophones and is rarely applied to vector hydrophones. This article proposes a direction of arrival (DOA) estimation method for vector hydrophones based on SBL (Vector-SBL). Firstly, vector hydrophones capture both sound pressure and particle velocity, enabling the acquisition of multidimensional sound field information. Secondly, SBL accurately reconstructs the received vector signal, addressing challenges like low signal-to-noise ratio (SNR), limited snapshots, and coherent sources. Finally, precise DOA estimation is achieved for multiple sources without prior knowledge of their number. Simulation experiments have shown that compared with the OMP, MUSIC, and CBF algorithms, the proposed method exhibits higher DOA estimation accuracy under conditions of low SNR, small snapshots, multiple sources, and coherent sources. Furthermore, it demonstrates superior resolution when dealing with closely spaced signal sources.
Delivering Culturally Competent Care to Migrants by Healthcare Personnel: A Crucial Aspect of Delivering Culturally Sensitive Care
Authors: Theodosopoulos Lampros , Fradelos Evangelos C. , Panagiotou Aspasia , Dreliozi Angeliki , Tzavella Foteini
Published: October 2024

The increasing cultural and ethnic diversity within global migrant populations necessitates the provision of culturally competent care by healthcare personnel. This narrative literature review critically analyzes existing literature on the delivery of culturally competent care to migrants, highlighting key theoretical frameworks, empirical findings, and practical strategies to enhance cultural competence in healthcare settings. The review identifies significant health disparities faced by migrants, including barriers to accessing healthcare, communication challenges, and systemic issues within healthcare institutions. It emphasizes the importance of comprehensive training programs, supportive organizational policies, community engagement, and the innovative use of technology and telemedicine. Furthermore, it addresses the future directions and research gaps, calling for longitudinal studies, the development of robust metrics, and targeted strategies to overcome the digital divide and ensure data privacy. By addressing these areas, healthcare providers, educators, and policymakers can improve healthcare delivery, reduce health disparities, and ensure equitable access to care for migrant populations.
Analysis of Psychotropic Substance Seizures Occurring in 2017–2022 in Tamaulipas, a Mexican Border State with USA
Authors: Hernández-Rodríguez Ignacio , Estrada-Camacho Israel , Montes Sergio
Published: October 2024

The trafficking of illegal substances is a global issue. Tamaulipas, a northeastern state in Mexico, is strategically located for drug trafficking to the United States by organized crime. In this study, drug seizure events conducted by the Mexican government in the main cities of Tamaulipas between 2017 and 2022 are analyzed. It was noticed that there was a decrease in events from 2017 to 2020, followed by a slight increase in 2021. Marijuana was the most seized drug, with cocaine and amphetamines following behind. The frequency of drug seizure events was higher in the border cities of Nuevo Laredo, Reynosa, and Matamoros due to their international commercial bridges with the USA. Nuevo Laredo and Reynosa showed a high amount of marijuana seized. In Matamoros, a coastal city, the quantity of cocaine seized was the highest. Results suggest that substances seized were intended to be illegally transported to the USA through Mexican border cities.
Spatiotemporal Evolution Analysis of PM2.5 Concentrations in Central China Using the Random Forest Algorithm
Authors: Fang Gang , Zhu Yin , Zhang Junnan
Published: October 2024

This study focuses on Central China (CC), including Shanxi, Henan, Anhui, Hubei, Jiangxi, and Hunan provinces. The 2019 average annual precipitation (PRE), average annual temperature (TEM), average annual wind speed (WS), population density (POP), normalized difference vegetation index (NDVI), aerosol optical depth (AOD), gross domestic product (GDP), and elevation (DEM) data were used as explanatory variables to predict the average annual PM2.5 concentrations (PM2.5Cons) in CC. The average annual PM2.5Cons were predicted using different models, including multiple linear regression (MLR), back propagation neural network (BPNN), and random forest (RF) models. The results showed higher prediction accuracy and stability of the RF algorithm (RFA) than those of the other models. Therefore, it was used to analyze the contributions of the explanatory factors to the PM2.5 concentration (PM2.5Con) prediction in CC. Subsequently, the spatiotemporal evolution of the PM2.5Cons from 2010 to 2021 was systematically analyzed. The results indicated that (1) PRE and AOD had the most significant impacts on the PM2.5Cons. Specifically, the PRE and AOD values exhibited negative and positive correlations with the PM2.5Cons, respectively. The NDVI and WS were negatively correlated with the PM2.5Cons; (2) the southern and northern parts of Shanxi and Henan provinces, respectively, experienced the highest PM2.5Cons in the 2010–2013 period, indicating severe air pollution. However, the PM2.5Cons in the 2014–2021 period showed spatial decreasing trends, demonstrating the effectiveness of the implemented air pollution control measures in reducing pollution and improving air quality in CC. The findings of this study provide scientific evidence for air pollution control and policy making in CC. To further advance atmospheric sustainability in CC, the study suggested that the government enhance air quality monitoring, manage pollution sources, raise public awareness about environmental protection, and promote green lifestyles.
The Clustering of the Population at Building Scale in Bursa City (Türkiye)
Authors: Duman Soner , Ünsal Ömer , Zaman Serhat
Published: October 2024

Research on spatial statistical methods related to population estimation at the building scale and its implications for urban land use has attained little attention. The main target of this study is to propose a new method for population estimation at the building level with minimal data and methodology and a high accuracy rate. In addition to this, it discusses urban population from various perspectives by using spatial statistical methods (Local Moran’s I and Hot–Cold Spot) to examine the population calculated based on the number of residential units in buildings and the household size of the neighborhood along with urban land use types in the case of Bursa. The results showed the following: (1) The suggested method achieves a 76% accuracy rate in population estimation at the building level; (2) 64.6% of the city’s population (2,101,581 individuals) is located in areas classified as Discontinuous High-Density Urban Fabric (50–80%) and Continuous Urban Fabric (>80); (3) 13.2% of the population is located in hot spot areas of these two types, while 14.5% is in cold spot areas. This research provides decision-makers with a framework for addressing urban problems related to housing, transportation, health, and energy in addition to the methods it proposes.
Mechanical Characteristics of Deep Excavation Support Structure with Asymmetric Load on Ground Surface
Authors: Zhao Ping , Sun Yan , Wang Zhanqi , Guo Panpan
Published: October 2024

The purpose of this paper is to capture the mechanical response of the support structure of deep excavation subject asymmetric load. A two-dimensional (2D) numerical analysis model was established by taking a pipe gallery deep excavation subject to asymmetric load as an example. The numerical analysis results were in good agreement with the measured data, thus verified the validity of the numerical model. On this basis, the stress and displacement of support structure caused by the change in foundation asymmetric load were studied. According to the numerical results, horizontal displacement of the diaphragm wall (DW) was dominant, and the maximum horizontal displacement of the DW was 7.54 mm when the deep excavation was completed. With the increase in asymmetric load, the left wall displacement continued to increase, while the displacement of the right DW continued to decrease, and the maximum horizontal wall displacement occurred near the excavation face. The DW was the main bending component, and the maximum wall bending moment when the deep excavation was completed was 173.5 kN·m. The maximum wall bending moment increased with the increase in asymmetric load, and the maximum wall bending moment on the left of the deep excavation was greater than that on the right. The inner support sustained the main component of axial force, with the axial force peaking at 1051.8 kN when the deep excavation was completed. The axial force of the inner support increased with increasing the asymmetric load, and the axial force of the second inner support was obviously greater than that of the first inner support. This research has a positive effect on the design and optimization of deep excavation support structure subject to asymmetric load on ground surface.
Spinning Systems in Quantum Mechanics: An Overview and New Trends
Authors: Brito E. , Brandão Júlio E. , Cunha Márcio M.
Published: October 2024

The study of spinning systems plays a question of interest in several research branches in physics. It allows the understanding of simple classical mechanical systems but also provides us with tools to investigate a wide range of phenomena, from condensed matter physics to gravitation and cosmology. In this contribution, we review some remarkable theoretical aspects involving the description of spinning quantum systems. We explore the nonrelativistic and relativistic domains and their respective applications in fields such as graphene physics and topological defects in gravitation.
Patterns and Analysis of Traffic Accidents in New York City between 2013 and 2023
Authors: Mittal Vikram , Lim Elliot
Published: October 2024

New York City is the most populous city in North America and the fourth most populous in the world. Due to the high population density and significant commuting population, the city experiences a large number of vehicles operating in a congested environment, leading to a substantial number of traffic accidents. This study examines a dataset compiled by the New York Police Department, which records every major vehicular accident in New York City from 2013 to 2023, exploring aspects such as accident types, severity, causes, and locations. This period includes the COVID-19 pandemic and other external factors like fluctuating gasoline prices, the rise of for-hire vehicle (FHV) services, and vehicles with new safety features. Data from multiple sources are analyzed to understand how these factors impacted accident rates during this timeframe. The analysis shows that the COVID-19 pandemic significantly reduced accidents due to decreased motor vehicle traffic, with post-pandemic accident rates remaining at less than half of pre-pandemic levels. This sustained decline correlates with reduced traffic, increased FHV usage over taxis, and a growing number of new vehicles with advanced safety features. This study uses these datasets to develop a mathematical model to quantify these correlations and to provide insight for urban planners and policymakers seeking to improve road safety and manage traffic flow.
Safety and Humoral Immunogenicity of Different Dose Levels of Ad26.COV2.S as a 2-Dose Regimen in COVID-19 Vaccine-Naïve Healthy Adults: A Phase 3 Randomized Clinical Trial
Authors: Rezelj Veronica V. , Paddenburg Fred , Diegbe Marie Enajite , Nangosyah Julius , Reisinger Emil C. , Hu Weihong , Truyers Carla , Scheper Gert , Le Gars Mathieu , Hendriks Jenny , Struyf Frank , Douoguih Macaya , Schuitemaker Hanneke , Ruiz-Guiñazú Javier
Published: October 2024

Background: This study aimed to support the end-of-shelf life specification (2.5 × 1010 virus particles [vp]) for the standard Ad26.COV2.S dose (5 × 1010 vp). Methods: This randomized, double-blind Phase 3 study evaluated immunogenicity, reactogenicity, and safety of several Ad26.COV2.S dose levels (range 1.25 to 9 × 1010 vp) in 1593 adults between June 2021 and July 2023. Results: Spike-binding antibody responses 28 days post-dose 1 were non-inferior for the 9 × 1010 vp, but not the 2.5 × 1010 vp group when compared with the standard dose. Non-inferiority was demonstrated in terms of spike-binding antibody responses 14 days post-dose 2 for each dose level, including the lowest dose level of 1.25 × 1010 vp, compared to 28 days after one dose and 14 days after two doses of the standard dose. Spike-binding antibody levels correlated well with virus neutralizing titers. There was no impact of pre-existing Ad26.COV2.S neutralizing titers on immunogenicity at any dose level. All dose levels were well tolerated. Conclusions: This study highlights the challenges associated with conducting clinical studies in a rapidly evolving environment and underscores the importance of platform data that can guide initial vaccine specifications such as shelf life during accelerated vaccine development. The present study supports the end-of-shelf life specifications for the approved Ad26.COV2.S dose, and could provide useful information in future vaccine developments using adenovirus vector vaccines.
Evaluation of the Safety and Immunogenicity of a Multiple Epitope Polypeptide from Canine Distemper Virus (CDV) in Mice
Authors: Rendon-Marin Santiago , Rincón-Tabares Daniel-Santiago , Tabares-Guevara Jorge H. , Arbeláez Natalia , Forero-Duarte Jorge E. , Díaz Francisco J. , Robledo Sara M. , Hernandez Juan C. , Ruiz-Saenz Julian
Published: October 2024

Background: Morbillivirus canis is the etiological agent of a highly contagious disease that affects diverse domestic and wild animals. Vaccination is considered the most suitable strategy for controlling CDV dissemination, transmission, and distemper disease. However, the emergence of new CDV strains has led to the need to update the current vaccine strategies employed to prevent CDV infection in domestic and wild animals. Currently, there is a lack of effective alternatives for wild animals. Diverse computational tools, especially peptide-based therapies, enable the development of new universal vaccines. Objective: The aim of this study was to evaluate the safety and humoral and cellular immune response of a new generation of vaccines based on CDV peptides as single-peptide mixtures or multiepitope CDV polypeptides in mice. Methods: Twenty-four BALB/c mice were subjected to a three-dose regimen for 28 days. Seroconversion was evaluated via ELISA, and cellular immune responses were evaluated via flow cytometry through activation-induced markers (AIMs). Results: Compared with the placebo, the peptide mixture and multiepitope CDV polypeptide were safe, and seroconversion was statistically significant in the multiepitope CDV polypeptide and commercial vaccine (CV) groups. The numbers of antigen-specific CD4+CD134+ and IFN-γ+ T cells, CD8+ T cells and TNF-α- and IL-6-producing cells were greater in the mice immunized with the multiepitope CDV polypeptide than in the control mice. Conclusion: This combined approach represents a potential step forward in developing new immunization candidates or enhancing current commercial vaccines to control CDV disease in domestic dogs and wild animals.
The Peculiar Emergence of Mpox (Monkeypox): Directions for the Search for the Natural Reservoir and Vaccination Strategies
Authors: Breban Romulus
Published: October 2024

Background/Objectives: Mpox (monkeypox) is a zoonosis with origins in a currently unknown African reservoir. The first epidemiological accounts of mpox date back to the early 1980s, yet mpox only emerged as a pandemic threat in 2022–2023, more than 40 years later. This scenario is very different from those of other emerging diseases such as HIV and SARS, which immediately spread globally, in fully susceptible populations, starting from patients zero. Methods: We use mathematical modeling to illustrate the dynamics of mpox herd immunity in small communities in touch with the mpox natural reservoir. In particular, we employ an SEIR stochastic model. Results: The peculiar emergence of mpox can be explained by its relationship with smallpox, which was eradicated through universal mass vaccination in 1980. Mpox first emerged in small rural communities in touch with mpox’s animal reservoir and then spread globally. The relative isolation of these communities and their herd-immunity dynamics against mpox worked to delay the introduction of mpox in large urban centers. Conclusions: Mathematical modeling suggests that the search for the mpox animal reservoir would be most fruitful in communities with high mpox seroprevalence and small outbreaks. These are communities is tight contact with the mpox natural reservoir. We propose vaccinating individuals in communities in these communities to severely reduce the importation of cases elsewhere.
RAA-CRISPR/Cas12a-Mediated Rapid, Sensitive, and Onsite Detection of Newcastle Disease in Pigeons
Authors: Liang Libin , Wang Dou , Gao Zhen , Tang Jiao , Li Xing , Ren Pengfei , Wang Ying , Gao Shimin , Wu Xingchen , Guo Yanna , Yang Bo , Li Junping
Published: October 2024

Pigeon Newcastle disease, caused by pigeon paramyxovirus type 1 (PPMV-1), is a significant infectious disease in pigeons that can result in substantial mortality and poses a severe threat to the pigeon industry. The rapid and accurate onsite diagnosis of pigeon disease is crucial for timely diagnosis and the implementation of effective prevention and control measures. In this study, we established a rapid detection method for PPMV-1 based on recombinase-aided amplification (RAA) and CRISPR/Cas12a. The RAA primers target the conserved regions of the L gene for preamplification in clinical nucleic acid samples, followed by CRISPR/Cas12a detection of the target gene. Visualization could be achieved by combination with a lateral flow dipstick (LFD). This method demonstrated high specificity, showing no cross-reactivity with non-PPMV-1 samples. The sensitivity of the method assessed by fluorescence analysis reached 100 copies/µL, and when it was combined with an LFD, the sensitivity was 103 copies/µL. The constructed RAA-CRISPR/Cas12a-LFD visual detection method was applied to clinical sample testing and was found to enable the rapid and accurate detection of swab samples and tissue specimens. Its sensitivity was consistent with the current gold standard, quantitative real-time PCR results. The RAA-CRISPR/Cas12a-LFD detection method we developed provides a novel approach for the rapid, simple, precise, and specific onsite diagnosis of pigeon Newcastle disease.
Combined Dietary Spirulina platensis and Citrus limon Essential Oil Enhances the Growth, Immunity, Antioxidant Capacity and Intestinal Health of Nile Tilapia
Authors: Abdo Safaa E. , El-Nahas Abeer F. , Abdellatif Rabab E. , Mohamed Radi , Helal Mohamed A. , Azzam Mahmoud M. , Di Cerbo Alessandro , El-Kassas Seham
Published: October 2024

The dietary presence of feed additives is crucial for boosting fish growth and immunity. Accordingly, this feeding trial aimed to investigate the effects of the separate and concurrent dietary supplementation of Spirulina platensis (SP) and bitter lemon (Citrus limon) peel essential oil (LEO) on the growth, immunity, antioxidant capacity, and intestinal health of Nile tilapia (Oreochromis niloticus). Four groups of male Nile tilapia were employed. The first group (control) was given the basal diet, while the second and third groups received the basal diet supplemented with LEO extract (1%) and SP (1 g/kg diet), respectively. The fourth group received the basal diet supplemented with a mix of LEO (1%) and SP at 1 g/kg. After two months of feeding, using LEO or/and SP improved the overall growth and immunological parameters, with their combination yielding the best outcomes. The supplementation of LEO or/and SP improved the Nile tilapia’s growth metrics and transcriptomic levels of growth-regulating genes such as (oligo-peptide transporter 1 (Pep1), growth hormone receptors 1 (GHR1), and insulin-like growth factor (IGF1). The improved growth performance was linked to significant increases in the expression levels of mucin and fat metabolism-related genes. Moreover, fish supplemented with LEO, SP, or their combination showed enhanced non-specific immunological measures, including phagocytic and lysozyme activities and the mRNA copies of its regulating genes. Additionally, remarkable increases in the antioxidant enzyme activities and the mRNA levels of their related genes were detected. The complement (C3) gene’s transcriptomic level was also significantly increased. Furthermore, the dietary supplementation of LEO, SP, or their combination improved the histological structures of the spleen, hepatopancreas, and intestine. The enhanced effects of LEO, SP, or their combination on fish immunity and growth are suggested to be due to their contents of bioactive compounds with anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and antimicrobial properties. Thus, using the LOE and SP blends as feed additives is recommended for better growth and immunity of Nile tilapia.
Development of agricultural industry as a factor in food security in the Kemerovo Region — Kuzbass
Authors:   Kemerovo State University, Kemerovo, Stolyarova A.I.
Published: October 2024

This article analyzes the development of the agricultural industry of the Kemerovo Region — Kuzbass as a factor in food security. It is concluded that the agricultural industry plays a major role in the food security of the region, as well as in the food supply of the population with meat and dairy products, off al, and so on.
Materials based on polyethers with active additives and their effect on properties
Authors:   Plekhanov Russian University of Economics, Moscow, Yakubova L.Yu.
Published: October 2024

Film materials based on polylactic acid are promising due to the fact that polylactide is gaining momentum in production. Many industries are trying to introduce these materials, and agriculture is no exception. Active additives expand the list of properties of polymer fi lm materials and make it possible to achieve more optimal properties.
Management-defined performance measures in financial statements
Authors:   Federal State Autonomous Educational Institution of Higher Education “Lobachevsky State University of Nizhni Novgorod”, Nizhny Novgorod, Russia, Druzhilovskaya E.S.
Published: October 2024

Management-defined performance measures are fundamentally new indicators for many organizations, information about which must be disclosed in the financial statements in accordance with the recently approved IFRS 18 “Presentation and Disclosure in Financial Statements”. Due to the significant novelty of the above indicators, it is advisable to analyze them in more detail. This analysis is carried out in this article. In carrying out the research, such methods as analysis and synthesis, grouping method, comparison, analogy method, logical approach, systems approach were used. The results presented in this article will be useful to a wide range of readers interested in various problems of modern accounting and reporting, including improving the quality of reporting information. The provisions substantiated in this work can be applied in the educational process of higher educational institutions, as well as in the practical work of accounting departments of modern organizations.
Carcinogen Control at a Food Enterprise
Authors:   OOO ", Fursov D.Y. ,   Food Standards and Technologies",   , Russia, St. Petersburg, Aleksandrova A.V. ,   OOO "Research and Competence Center "Consumer Prevention", Russia, St. Petersburg
Published: October 2024

Conducting voluntary certification for compliance of food production with conditions and standards that exclude the presence of carcinogens in fi nished products will allow the enterprise to reach a different level of production, safer for the consumer. This will signifi cantly expand the range of manufactured products, and increase the target audience of its products not only in the Russian market, but also in other countries where there is a problem of growing oncology. The described advantages of certifi cation of products that do not contain carcinogens increase the investment attractiveness of the enterprise both from private investors and from funds of various focuses. The article provides the main defi nitions of the certifi cation process, the organizational structure diagram for certifi cation, requirements for raw materials and processes of production (manufacturing), storage, transportation of products that do not contain carcinogens.
Digital technologies in the fi eld of labor protection and industrial safety — trends and cases of the industry
Authors:   Training agency «SO&ZNANIE» Russia, Vologda region, Cherepovets, Nguyen O.I.
Published: October 2024

In the modern world, an eff ective economy of any fi eld of activity cannot exist without the digitalization of business processes. We use electronic calendars, mobile applications for paying bills, we see the routes a child takes to school, we study in web rooms, we use cash-back and electronic money. In his article, the author shares cases and in the digitalization of labor protection, industrial safety, as well as their effectiveness.
Using New Technologies in Professional Education: Implementation Experience and Efficiency
Authors:   TEGRATECH, Ishchuk A.V.
Published: October 2024

In the era of digitalization, the educational sector of Russia is faced with the need to integrate the latest technologies to improve the quality and accessibility of education. TEGRATECH, a major player in the fi eld of system integration and implementation of complex IT and multimedia solutions, shares its experience in implementing solutions aimed at developing professional education in the country. The purpose of this article is to review the current state and prospects for the development of professional education in Russia with an emphasis on the introduction of digital technologies, the use of simulators and training equipment, as well as the practice of project-based learning. We will consider the implemented projects of TEGRATECH, such as equipping Lyceum No. 369 in St. Petersburg and the introduction of VR simulators for Muravlenkov College, demonstrating how innovative solutions contribute to improving the quality of education and training specialists who meet the requirements of the modern labor market.
Do marked discharge summaries with recommendation text boxes enhance patient safety? A nationwide survey
Authors: Mikkelsen Thorbjørn H , Nielsen Jesper B , Storsveen Maria M , Søndergaard Jens
Published: October 2024

Background

Danish hospital physicians are required to mark their discharge summaries addressing whether the patient’s general practitioner (GP) is recommended to follow up as well as suggest follow-up actions.

Aim

To investigate whether a new form of discharge summaries may contribute to improve the perceived patient safety following transition from hospitals to general practice.

Design & setting

This paper reports data from a questionnaire sent to a representative sample of GPs in Denmark.

Method

A questionnaire was prepared for GPs based on background material, focus group interviews and discussions with relevant professionals. It was subsequently pilot tested by fellow researchers and GPs and revised prior to the presently reported survey.

Results

Of 310 participating GPs, 197 (63%) ‘totally agree’ or ‘partly agree’ that the marked discharge summaries with a recommendation text box contribute to a better handover to general practice, and 223 (72%) ‘totally agree’ or ‘partly agree’ that they improve patient safety.

Conclusion

The majority of responding GPs believe that the marked discharge summaries with a recommendation text box enhance patient safety and facilitate the transition of care to general practice following hospital discharge.
أثر التنويع على النمو الاقتصادي في المملكة العربية السعودية
Authors: الخطيب ممدوح عوض
Published: October 2024

هدف البحث إلى تحليل أثر التنويع على النمو في الاقتصاد السعودي خلال الفترة 1970-2013. تم تقدير مؤشرات التنويع اعتماداً على مكمل معامل هيرفندال-هيرشمان. وقدر المعامل انطلاقاً من خمسة متغيرات هي: الناتج المحلي الإجمالي الحقيقي، والصادرات، والواردات، والإيرادات الحكومية، وإجمالي تكوين رأس المال الثابت. ثم قدر معامل مركب للتنويع اعتماداً على الوسط الحسابي المرجح لمعاملات التنويع البسيطة للمتغيرات الخمسة. أظهرت نتائج التقدير زيادة درجة التنويع مقيمة بتزايد معامل التنويع، الذي بلغ معدل تغيره السنوي المتوسط (91.0%) للناتج المحلي الإجمالي الحقيقي، و(7.9%) للصادرات، و(-0.6%) للواردات، و(-0.02%) للإيرادات الحكومية، و(1%) لإجمالي تكوين رأس المال الثابت، و(0.74%) لمؤشر التنويع المركب المرجح. ودرس أثر التنويع على النمو الاقتصادي وذلك بتفسير معدل النمو للناتج المحلي الإجمالي الحقيقي، بمعدلات نمو كل من رأس المال، وقوة العمل، والناتج النفطي الحقيقي، ومعامل التنويع الاقتصادي المركب، ومتغير صوري. واستخدمت طريقة المربعات الصغرى العادية في التقدير. وبينت النتائج القياسية الأثر العكسي للتنويع على النمو الاقتصادي في المملكة، وهو ما يعني أن النمو المتحقق في الاقتصاد السعودي لم يترافق مع تنويع ملحوظ في القاعدة الاقتصادية.وعلى الرغم من التزايد الطفيف في درجة تنويع الاقتصاد السعودي خلال فترة الدراسة، فإن هذا التنويع الذي اعتبرته خطط التنمية المتعاقبة هدفاً إستراتيجياًّ لم يتحقق بعد، لأن الصادرات والإيرادات الحكومية مازالت تعتمد بشكل شبه كلي على الإيرادات النفطية. وهو ما يتطلب إحداث تغيرات جوهرية في بنية الاقتصاد السعودي، وفي دور الدولة في إدارته بوصفها موزعاً للإعانات والدعم، وتحويل هذا الدور بربط الدعم والإعانات بمؤشرات الكفاءة والإنتاجية.
اختبار أثر خصائص الاختراعات على تبني الصحف الإلكترونية في الأردن
Authors: زعبي فايز حمد , المجالي سوسن محمد , عواد محمد سليمان
Published: October 2024

هدفت هذه الدراسة إلى التعرف على العوامل المؤثرة في تبني الصحف الإلكترونية في الأردن. وقد اختبرت الدراسة خصائص نظرية انتشار الابتكار التي طورها (1995) Rogers، والتي تتكون من خمسة متغيرات مستقلة (الميزة النسبية، والتوافق، والتعقيد، وقابلية التجربة، وقابلية الملاحظة) والمتغير التابع (التبني). وقد تكون مجتمع الدراسة من المستهلكين الذين استخدموا الصحف الإلكترونية. وقد تم توزيع استبانة إلكترونياً على عينة ملائمة من المستهلكين. وقد تم إرجاع 222 استبانة وكانت صالحة للتحليل. وقد أظهرت النتائج أن المزايا النسبية، والتوافق، وقابلية التجربة، وقابلية الملاحظة للصحف الإلكترونية كان لها جميعها تأثير كبير وإيجابي على معدل تبنيها، في حين كان للتعقيد تأثير كبير وسلبي على معدل تبنيها. وبناءً على نتائج الدراسة واستنتاجاتها، تم اقتراح عدد من الاستنتاجات والتوصيات، واقتراح بعض البحوث المستقبلية.
إدارة الأرباح ما قبل الإدراج وشروط الإدراج: دليل من الكويت
Authors: الغربللي إيمان عبداللطيف
Published: October 2024

يهدف هذا البحث لدراسة مدى قيام الشركات المقفلة الكويتية بممارسة إدارة الأرباح الاستغلالية في السنة التي تسبق الإدراج بهدف تطبيق شروط الإدراج. تم استخدام ستة نماذج لقياس إدارة الأرباح وتقدير 86 شركة جديدة مدرجة، وأظهرت النتائج المستندة إلى الاختبارات المعيارية وغير المعيارية بعض الأدلة التي تدعم فكرة أن الشركات المصدرة للشركات الكويتية المساهمة المقفلة مارست إدارة الأرباح في السنة المالية السابقة للإدراج. استند هذا الاستنتاج إلى وجود استحقاقات تقديرية إيجابية كبيرة المتوسطات والوسائط الناتجة عن النماذج المعتمدة على الاحتياطيات الحالية.
PHÁT TRIỂN ĐỘI NGŨ GIẢNG VIÊN DẠY DỊCH TRUNG VIỆT TẠI MỘT SỐ TRƯỜNG ĐẠI HỌC: KHÓ KHĂN VÀ GIẢI PHÁP
Authors: Minh Nguyễn Thị
Published: October 2024

Hiện nay, nhân sự dạy dịch ở các khoa, bộ môn tiếng Trung Quốc thuộc các trường đại học, cao đẳng đang là vấn đề được quan tâm đặc biệt. Nhằm làm rõ thực trạng về đội ngũ giảng viên dạy dịch Trung Việt, tìm ra nguyên nhân của thực trạng và đưa ra một số khuyến nghị, tác giả đã sử dụng một số phương pháp như: nghiên cứu lí thuyết, tổng quan tài liệu, thâm nhập thực tế, quan sát và phỏng vấn một số trường đại học có dạy dịch tiếng Trung khu vực miền Bắc. Kết quả cho thấy, tình trạng chung là thiếu giảng viên dạy dịch, giảng viên hoặc không muốn dạy dịch, hoặc không đủ năng lực đảm nhiệm môn dịch, dẫn đến tình trạng đội ngũ mỏng, yếu. Nguyên nhân chủ yếu gồm: các giảng viên hầu như không được đào tạo dịch thuật chuyên nghiệp ở bậc học thạc sĩ hoặc tiến sĩ; dạy dịch vất vả, giáo trình chưa có hoặc chưa thống nhất; không có hoặc khó có một đáp án thống nhất cho một bài dịch; các giảng viên không có cơ hội thực hành dịch thực tế nhiều. Các giải pháp bao gồm nâng cao nhận thức, từ lãnh đạo tới giảng viên; chú trọng chính sách đãi ngộ, phân công công việc, đào tạo và tự bồi dưỡng… Bài viết cung cấp bức tranh chung về giảng viên dạy dịch trong lĩnh vực đào tạo ngôn ngữ Trung Quốc, phân tích nguyên nhân, đưa ra một số giải pháp để các trường đại học liên quan có thể tham khảo trong phát triển đội ngũ.
NGHIÊN CỨU XÂY DỰNG BỘ TIÊU CHUẨN CƠ SỞ QUẢN LÝ CHẤT LƯỢNG TRONG KIỂM SOÁT SẢN PHẨM CHÈ TẠI CÔNG TY TNHH TH HẢI ĐĂNG, THÁI NGUYÊN
Authors: Anh Nguyễn Thị Lan , Hương Đào Thị , Thương Trần Thanh
Published: October 2024

Nghiên cứu xây dựng bộ tiêu chuẩn cơ sở quản lý chất lượng tiên tiến trong kiểm soát sản phẩm chè tại công ty TNHH TH Hải Đăng nhằm mục đích xem xét mức độ kiểm soát của công ty tới toàn bộ quá trình sản xuất từ khâu nguyên liệu cho tới khâu thành phẩm lẫn quá trình phân phối. Bằng việc sử dụng các phương pháp nghiên cứu thu thập tài liệu thông tin thứ cấp, phương pháp tổng hợp thông tin với khung lý thuyết chặt chẽ, nghiên cứu được thực hiện qua bốn giai đoạn gồm: Hoạch định chất lượng; Kiểm soát chất lượng; Đảm bảo chất lượng; Cải tiến chất lượng theo tiêu chuẩn ISO 22000:2018. Kết quả nghiên cứu đã phản ánh hiệu quả của 14 quy trình kiểm soát chất lượng sản phẩm chè của bộ tiêu chuẩn ISO này từ đó đã đề xuất các giải pháp trọng yếu nhằm tiếp tục nâng cao giá trị, sức cạnh tranh, tính đồng bộ về chất lượng chè của công ty và khẳng định vị thế là cây đặc sản, thế mạnh của tỉnh Thái Nguyên.
APPLICATION OF THE FINGER GRIP RELAXATION TECHNIQUE TO REDUCE PAIN INTENSITY POST DEXTRA MAMAE TUMOR OPERATION: A CASE STUDY
Authors: Dayanti Kristi , Widiati Amrih
Published: October 2024

Mammary tumor is a group of abnormal cells in the breast that grow multiple times. These cells then form a mass/lump in the breast. Nursing problems that can occur in post-operative mammary tumor sufferers are; acute pain related to surgical incisions, disturbed sleep patterns, impaired skin/tissue integrity, anxiety related to crisis situations, risk of infection related to risk factors for leukopenia (Smeltzer, 2018). This scientific paper aims to enable researchers to provide an explanation regarding nursing care using the finger grip relaxation technique to reduce pain intensity in patients post surgery for right breast tumors in Mrs. S at the Bhakti Wira Tamtama Hospital. The research method uses the case study method. The study subject is an individual, namely Mrs. S patient post surgery for dextra mammary tumor. The focus of this case study is the application of finger grip relaxation techniques to reduce pain intensity in post-operative patients with dextra mammary tumors. The location for collecting case study data was at Bhakti Wira Tamtama Hospital on January 22-23 2024. The research results showed that nursing diagnoses were made based on complaints and results of examinations carried out on mammary tumor patients in the patient's medical records, the diagnosis made was acute pain. In conclusion, the application of the finger grip relaxation technique was effective in reducing pain intensity in post-operative patients with right breast tumors in Mrs. S (pain scale decreased from 7 to 3).