bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Disjunct Lower Jurassic to Lowest Miocene Stratigraphic Units in the Matebian Overthrust Terrane, Timor-Leste, Northwestern Margin of Australian Continent
Authors: Haig David , Nano Jose , Fraga Edwin O. , Soares Moises , Barros Isaias S. , McCartain Eujay , Baillie Peter
Published: December 2024

Stratigraphic units, characterized by distinct rock types, ages and depositional environments, are described from one of the most geologically chaotic terranes on the present-day western Australian continental margin. The Matebian Overthrust Terrane in Timor-Leste has components interpreted to have been deposited (1) on the Early Jurassic northern margin of eastern Gondwana; (2) off the Late Cretaceous southern Sundaland margin of south-east Asia, probably in the vicinity of east Java–south Sulawesi; and (3) in an Eocene to earliest Miocene orogenic belt along the southern Sundaland margin. By the Early Miocene, the units were stitched together in a coherent terrane as evidenced by olistoliths, debris-slide conglomerates and detrital material in turbidites. During the Late Miocene the terrane rifted from the Sundaland margin, probably during the opening of the Banda Sea, and collided with Timor–Scott Plateau at the Australian continental margin, becoming incorporated in the Timor–Seram orogenic belt along this margin. The following stratigraphic units are described from the terrane: Perdido Limestone (Early Jurassic, Sinemurian–Pliensbachian, ~ 199–184 Ma; neritic deposit); Sagadati Argillite (new unit; Early Jurassic, Sinemurian–Pliensbachian, ~ 199–184 Ma; lower bathyal deposit adjacent continent margin); Tibalari Pelagite (new unit; early Late Cretaceous, mainly Cenomanian–Turonian, ~ 100–90 Ma; lower bathyal oceanic deposit); Lakamutu Mudstone (new unit; Middle Eocene, ~ 45–43 Ma; abyssal oceanic deposit near continent margin); Liloli Calcarenite (new unit; Middle Eocene; bathyal slope deposit adjacent continent margin); probable Barique Volcanics (probably Middle Eocene; submarine volcanics); Afalari Pelagite (new unit; mid Oligocene, ~ 30–28 Ma; lower bathyal oceanic deposit); Booi Limestone (Late Oligocene to earliest Miocene, ~ 27–20 Ma, neritic deposit); Atelari Mudstone (new unit; Late Oligocene to earliest Miocene, ~ 26–21 Ma, upper bathyal deposit).

[Editor’s Note: Most of the content of this paper was originally archived as an unpublished supplementary file to Nano, J., Haig, D.W., Fraga, E., Soares, M., Barros, I.S., McCartain, E., Baillie, P., 2023. Debris-slides, olistoliths and turbidites: keys to understanding the tectonostratigraphic affinities of a terrane block in a young orogenic belt, Timor-Leste. Journal of the Geological Society, London, https://doi.org/10.1144/jgs2023-079 (https://doi.org/10.1144/jgs2023-079). It is here published with permission from this journal]
תיק עבודות: זהות ממוקפת באמנות אתיופית עכשווית, או: בין אתיופיות לשחורות
Authors: ירדאי אפרת , רוטשילד אליאסי גיל
Published: December 2024

כמו המסות בגיליון זה, גם תיק העבודות דן בשאלה של זהות ממוקפת – ובפרט בזו של יוצאי אתיופיה בישראל – באמצעות עבודות של אנטנש יאלאו, טגיסט יוסף־רון, מיכל וורקה ומשה טרקה. בהקשר של יוצאי אתיופיה, הדיון בזהות ממוקפת עוסק בדרך כלל בקטגוריות החברתיות של ישראליוּת ואתיופיוּת. בתיק העבודות הדיון מורחב לקטגוריה נוספת, שנוכחת גם היא באופנים מסוימים – קטגוריית השחורות, בניסיון להבין מה הרלוונטיות שלה עבור האמנים, מה בין אתיופיות לשחורות והאם הן קטגוריות חופפות. העבודות נעות בין הקטגוריות השונות ומרחיבות את הדיון הסוציולוגי בהן, ועוסקות במשבר ההגירה, בניסיון ההתערות הכושל, במקומה של האמנות האתיופית המסורתית באמנות העכשווית ובמקומו של האמן האתיופי. הצבע השחור כצבע בכלל או כצבע עור ממלא תפקיד עדין ביותר בעבודות אלו, ויש בכך כדי לשקף מתחים בין הדור הראשון לשני בתוך הקהילה האתיופית.
The Sign of the Rising Sun: An Unsequent Periostic Reaction
Authors:   General Physician, Universidad El Bosque, Colombia, Ropero Julián Miguel Gandur
Published: December 2024

The sign of the “rising sun” has been described as a periosteal
reaction that tends to appear in pathologies of a benign or malignant
nature, but characterized by being an infrequent reaction, mostly
in those pathologies described as malignant, such as In the case of
osteosarcoma, which is a type of primary malignant tumor prevalent
in children under 25 years of age, it is more frequently located in
the femur, tibia and fibula, presenting a destructive bone lesion
that has an aggressive periosteal reaction to the pattern of sun rays,
when Being one of the most important radiological signs, the use of
radiological diagnosis is of vital importance for its correct evaluation
accompanied by histopathological studies that allow addressing the
suspicion of a bone tumor.
The Impact of Sequencing Human Genome on the Quality Control of the Population
Authors:   Senior Scientist, Department of Genetics & Robotics, NCMRR (National Center for Medical Rehabilitation Research) National Institutes of Health (NIH), Bethesda, Maryland, USA, Khan A Hameed
Published: December 2024

Americans live in the most democratic society in the world. When
they reach adulthood, they are free to marry with whom they please
regardless of race, religion, sex, or the place of origin or not to marry
if they choose. They are also free to have children or not to have
children or have as many children as they want. The population
exploded and reached its peak of 2.09 percent by 1968 to 7.8 billion.
With this rapid growth, the population expected to reach 9 billion by
2030. Then came the good news that by 2020, due to the world-wide
collapse of the total fertility rate, the population growth rate declined
to 1.05 percent. Now, we have conquered the Quantity Control of the
Population, it is time to cautiously approach the Quality Control of
the Population. Although we live in the freest society in the world,
when it comes to selecting the best children or the quality control
by enhancing the traits of the population by Germline gene therapy,
our freedom is limited by the law of the land. You may not make any
changes to improve the quality of life of the unborn children. The
natural way of bringing children to this world without examining the
health of Egg and Sperm present great risk. This abstract presents
some suggestion to improve the quality of life of the future generation
based of modern science.
Successfully Managed rare Case of Near-death Patient with Pulmonary Edema Complicating Eclampsia with Intrauterine fetal demise with HELLP SYNDROME
Authors:   Dept. of Obstetrician & Gynecology, SS Baldawa Neurosciences &Women’s Care Hospital, Solapur, Maharashtra, India, Baldawa Pratibha
Published: December 2024

Pulmonary edema is rare in patients with severe pre-eclampsia
without associated medical, surgical or obstetric complications.
But if it occurs, it requires urgent pregnancy termination.
Preeclamptic patients have generalised arterial vasospasm resulting
in an increased systemic vascular resistance (increased after load),
reduced plasma volume (decreased pre-load), increased risk of
left ventricular failure due to hyperdynamic heart, impaired renal
function, hypoalbuminemia and pulmonary capillary leakage due to
endothelial damage. All these changes predispose to an increased
risk of pulmonary edema. We report a 20 yrs primigravida from
rural India who reached us in near death state with Eclampsia,
IUFD, HELLP SYNDROME & pulmonary edema. It highlights
the successful outcome if given prompt treatment and symptoms
completely disappear within few days of delivery.
Markers of Angiogenesis and Methodological Approaches to the Study of Angiogenesis
Authors:   Grodno State Medical University, 80, Gorkogo St., 230009, Grodno, Republic of Belarus, Russia, E I Bon
Published: December 2024

The creation of new blood vessels is referred to as angiogenesis.
Endothelial cells, which line the inside wall of blood arteries,
migrate, proliferate, and differentiate during this process. Chemical
cues in the body influence the process of angiogenesis. This study
intends to highlight the expression of various angiogenic indicators
throughout various diseases, the involvement of pro-angiogenic
and anti-angiogenic factors during angiogenesis, and the use of
angiogenic inhibitors during antiangiogenic therapy, particularly in
cancer.
Healthcare Professionals' Attitudes, Knowledge, and Practices Concerning AI in Relation to Their Clinical Opinions and Decision-Making
Authors: Rehman Fouzia , Omair Muniza , Zeeshan Nida , Khurram Sana
Published: December 2024

Aim of the Study: Artificial Intelligence (AI) assimilation into the field of medicine has the potential to considerably increase the accuracy, efficiency, and overall quality of patient care.
Methodology: This cross-sectional mixed method study (QUAN-qual) investigates the attitudes, knowledge, and practices concerning AI among healthcare professionals and its impact on their clinical opinions and decision-making. For this purpose, (n=146) healthcare professionals were selected through stratified random sampling.
Findings: The study findings reveal that the majority of healthcare professionals hold a positive attitude toward the utilization of AI in healthcare. A significant portion lacks adequate awareness of AI tools and related applications, though the utilization of AI is moderately prevalent in clinical practices. The majority of healthcare professionals admitted that AI has many benefits in the healthcare field from improving diagnostic accuracy, observing patient’s progress, and handling treatment plans. Nonetheless, they also stressed considerable challenges including lack of expertise in accessing technical equipment, ethical-concerns, and data privacy, with a major fear of their own job displacement. Furthermore, study found a significant positive correlation between attitude, knowledge, and practices of AI among healthcare professionals.
Conclusion: There is still a need for targeted training programs and improvement in policies that can support professionals to understand AI and its utilization in their field. A significant collaboration is required among technologists, healthcare providers, and ethicists to develop and implement AI solutions. However, its successful implementation depends on overcoming significant challenges in the medical field related to knowledge, attitude, and ethical concerns.
Coping Strategy for Sexually Abused Victims in Anambra State, Nigeria
Authors: OBILOR Ngozi Mary , DIYOKE Michael Chika , Awogu Charles Olisa
Published: December 2024

Sexual abuse is usually accompanied by some problems. In a bid to cope with these problems, victims adopt some strategies which may not have been effective at tackling the problems associated with sexual abuse. Therefore, this study investigated the coping strategies adopted by sexually abused victims in Anambra state with a view of assessing the effectiveness of these strategies. The study formulated three research questions and reviewed literature on sexual abuse. the study anchored on trait theory as propounded by Gordon Allport because, it effectively explains the adoption and effectiveness of a coping strategy for sexually abused victims. The study adopted a qualitative research design because; qualitative method of data collection technique and data analysis was adopted in this study. Data was derived through Key Persons Interview (KPI) and secondary sources of data collection technique. 6 males and 6 females; from different religious, ethnic, educational and occupational background who are resident in Anambra state and have been sexually abused in one way or the other were selected for this study using a snowball sampling technique. The data derived from the study was analysed using an ethnographic summary and verbatim quotation for better comprehension. Findings revealed that sexually abused victims suffer physically and emotionally. It was also reviewed that, while some of the victims relied on time to heal their wound, some others reported to their parents, while others found solace in participating in church activities. However, none of these strategies was an effective coping strategy. It was recommended that, parents build a friendly relationship with their children. Also, government and non-government organization (NGOs) to establish a formal body or agency that will provide social support for sexually abused victims.
Repositioning Physics Education through Educational Information and Engineering Technology in Bayelsa State, Nigeria
Authors: O. C. Nkweke
Published: December 2024

This research effort is focused on ‘Repositioning Physics Education through Educational Information and Engineering Technology in Bayelsa State, Nigeria’. Today, what is required is effective teaching and learning environments for physics education, an interactive instructional environment that will adapt instruction according to the learner’s error rate, speed, interest or some other variables. Various training or learning institutions world over continue to invest in technologies to provide needed support in instructional delivery and learning processes. This is why every responsible government and stake holders in the educational industry strive hard to provide its youths with opportunities to acquire requisite theoretical and practical knowledge in various subject areas including physics education. Physics teachers and students in Bayelsa State not only need a creative and innovative ability, practical knowledge, professional commitment, but also ingenuity which the field of educational information and engineering technology stands to provide in the present information and communication technology era. It, therefore, follows in the present dispensation, teachers and students of Physics have to be responsive and receptive to emerging realities or technologies that are capable of facilitating instructional delivery and ensure that these relevant skills and abilities are developed in the students to be able to study and comprehend  nature and sources of energy with investigations of the ways in which one form of energy can be changed to another hence, this article focuses on ways of repositioning physics teaching such that will accommodate unique approach to, and therefore, enhance teaching and learning of science and engineering courses.
A Comparative Study of the Muscular Leg Speed and Power of Female Hockey and Basketball Players
Authors: Uzor Theresa Nkiru
Published: December 2024

Aim of the Study: The aim of this study was to compare the muscular leg speed and power of female hockey and basketball players in Awka Educational Zone.
Methodology: Out of 184 registered female hockey and basketball players who voluntarily participated in the study, 30 female students were purposefully chosen from the Awka educational zone and recruited from female students with body mass indices (BMI) between underweight and normal weight (≤14.5±18.9) (height, x=1.50±1.17cm; body weight, x=50.31±70.15kg). Female students between the ages of 14 and 18 who had practiced consistently for at least three years (three days per week) and had participated in combined training and competitive play once a week chose to take part in the study. Anthropometric factors, weight, speed, and power assessments are part of the tests. 50-meter sprint was chosen to test leg speed while the vertical jump was used to test for leg power. The investigation was conducted using Quasi- experimental research design. The female students who volunteered have been participating in three days per week of consistent practice, combined training, and competitive play for at least three years. Players evaluated their leg speed (50-meter sprint) and leg power (vertical leap) after the warm-up regimen was finished. The t-test, mean, and standard deviation were used in the statistical analysis.
Findings: The findings showed that there is no discernible difference in the leg speed and power of female basketball and hockey players in the Awka educational zone.
Conclusion: Study concluded that there is no significant differences between the leg speed and leg power of female hockey and basketball players in Awka educational zone Nigeria.
EFEKTIVITAS INTERVENSI LATIHAN RANGE OF MOTION PADA ANAK DENGAN SPACE OCCUPYING LESION YANG MENGALAMI HEMIPARESIS: STUDI KASUS
Authors: Heni Nurhaeni Neng , Hendrawati Sri , Mardhiyah Ai
Published: December 2024

Hemiparesis adalah kondisi adanya kelemahan pada salah satu sisi tubuh atau ketidakmampuan untuk menggerakkan anggota tubuh pada satu sisi yang disebabkan oleh stroke, trauma kepala, cerebral palsy, dan tumor otak. Kelemahan adalah hilangnya kekuatan otot yang secara signifikan dapat megurangi kemampuan beraktivitas sehari-hari jika hemiparesis tidak segera ditangani maka dapat menyebabkan kecacatan permanen. Salah satu intervensi yang dapat digunakan untuk mencegah kekakuan otot dan meningkatkan kekuatan otot adalah latihan Range of Motion (ROM). Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk megevaluasi efektivitas pemberian intervensi ROM dengan kasus Space Occupying Lesion pada anak yang mengalami hemiparesis. Metode yang dilakukan adalah desain studi kasus dengan pendekatan lima proses asuhan keperawatan mulai dari pengkajian, penegakan diagnosis, perencanaan intervensi, melakukan implementasi, dan evaluasi. Lokasi studi kasus dilakukan di Ruang Kemuning RSUP Dr. Hasan Sadikin Bandung. Kasus yang didapatkan adalah seorang anak perempuan berusia 11 tahun dirawat di Ruang Kemuning RSUP Dr. Hasan Sadikin Bandung sejak tanggal 19 Oktober 202. Intervensi yang diberikan yaitu latihan ROM aktif pada ekstremitas yang tidak mengalami hemiparesis dan  latihan ROM pasif pada ekstremitas yang mengalami hemiparesis, selama lima hari dari tanggal 26 Oktober 2023 - 31 Oktober 2023 dengan durasi 20-25 menit pada pagi dan malam. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan adanya peningkatan yang signifikan kekuatan otot pada hari ketiga intervensi yaitu ekstremitas bawah mengalami peningkatan dimana sebelum dilakukan intervensi kekuatan otot pasien 2/5  adanya gerakan namun tidak bisa melawan gravitasi menjadi 3/5 yaitu adanya gerakan dengan lingkup gerak yang penuh dan mampu melawan gravitasi, dan pada hari keempat dan kelima adanya peningkatan kekuatan otot ekstremitas atas yaitu dari 2/5 menjadi 3/5. Simpulan bahwa intervensi latihan ROM efektif dan dapat diaplikasikan pada anak yang mengalami hemiparesis.
 
Kata Kunci : Hemiparesis; latihan ROM; space occupying lesion (SOL).
PENERAPAN TEPID WATER SPONGE DENGAN MASALAH HIPERTERMI PADA AN. M USIA 5 TAHUN AKIBAT DENGUE HEMORRAGIC FEVER (DHF) DERAJAT II DI RUANGAN MELATI RUMAH SAKIT TK.II DUSTIRA TANGGAL 16-18 MEI 2023
Authors: Ningrum Putri Zulfa Novia , Zulva Siti
Published: December 2024

Dengue Hemorragic Fever (DHF) is a viral disease transmitted by mosquitoesThe house of Egypt. (DHF) reported (WHO) increased from 505,430 cases in 2000, to 5.2 million cases in 2019. DHF can attack all ages, children aged ≤8.5 years are more susceptible to experiencing the risk of bleeding resulting from dengue infection with One of the symptoms that arise is hyperthermia. Givingtepid water sponge can be done for 15-20 minutes in one run with a water temperature of 37ºC (Team of Pokja Guidelines for SPO DPP PPNI, 2021). Givingtepid water sponge more effective in lowering the child's body temperature, this is due to the wiping technique on the body which will accelerate the vasodilation of peripheral blood vessels throughout the body so that the evaporation of heat from the skin to the surrounding environment will be faster. Results of An.M on the first day with hyperthermia nursing problems in implementing therapytepid water sponge 1 time for 15-20 minutes, with the result that the child has no fever anymore with an initial temperature of 38°C after compressingtepid water sponge there was a decrease to 36.7 °C (1.3°C), and these results are consistent with research results (Putri, et al, 2020). The purpose of the tepid water sponge compress is to help release body heat by means of convection which helps lower body temperature faster. Suggestions for the Community can understand compresstepid water sponge when a child has a fever, the author suggests that educational institutions implement therapeutic measurestepid water sponge. Suggestions for the next author can be used as professional and comprehensive nursing care data.
PENERAPAN TERAPI BERMAIN ORIGAMI PADA AN. M USIA PRA SEKOLAH (5 TAHUN) UNTUK MENGURANGI KECEMASAN AKIBAT HOSPITALISASI PADA PENYAKIT TYPHOID DI RUANG MELATI RUMAH SAKIT TK.II DUSTIRA CIMAHI 15- 16 MEI 2023
Authors: Septia Widi , Zulva Siti
Published: December 2024

Typhoid Febrile disease caused by salmonella typhi bacterial infection  that spreads throughout the body is known as typhoid fever (TF). Most children with typhus require hospitalization for the recovery phase, which can sometimes cause problems for the child's psyche. WHO said in 2018 the incidence in Indonesia was 81% per 100,000 population experiencing typhoid fever. Hospital childcare requires that children be separated from comfortable, caring, and fun environments, such as their home, games, and playmates, while doing pediatric care in the hospital results in the child experiencing anxiety. Anxiety is a normal human state that feels threatened that includes cognitive, affective, and behavioral responses. One way that can be done to reduce anxiety in children is origami play therapy. Origami is one of the unique crafts that can be fun and serve as educational entertainment, especially for children.    This study aims to apply origami play therapy nursing care to preschool children (3-6 years) to reduce anxiety due to hospitalization  in typhoid disease  in the Jasmine Room of TK.II Dustira Cimahi Hospital. The case study design used is a case study with a descriptive approach. The subjects in this case study were preschool-aged children (3-6 years) before play therapy A5 (mild weight) patient anxiety scale after therapy became A1 (light) according to Vfas. It can be concluded that origami play therapy can reduce anxiety in children with typhoid fever. It is hoped that origami play therapy can provide information in overcoming anxiety in preschool-aged children with typhoid fever.
PENERAPAN FETAL MOVEMENT COUNT EDECATION TERHADAP TINGKAT PENGETAHUAN IBU HAMIL PRIMIGRAVIDA TRIMESTER II
Authors: Handayani Jesika , Anggi Geuis , Darmayanti
Published: December 2024

Low levels of knowledge and awareness of the importance of monitoring fetal well-being can have a negative impact, even triggering increased hemorrhage and intrauterine fetal death. (IUFD). The purpose of this case study is to raise the knowledge and awareness of pregnant mothers about the importance of monitoring the well-being of the fetus independently. This case study was shown to pregnant primegravid mothers at the age of 14-28 weeks of pregnancy to perform fetal movement calculations. The intervention used in this case study was an education and demonstration counting fetal movement for 12 hours. The results of the case study showed an increase in the mother's knowledge of fetal motion from 62.5 to 83.3 on the last day of the intervention. It could indicate that there was an increase in knowledge. Application of the fetal Movement count education to pregnant mothers gives awareness of the importance of fetal monitoring.
EFEKTIFITAS PENYULUHAN PENCEGAHAN HIV/AIDS PADA REMAJA DI GAMPONG KEUTAPANG SANGGEU KECAMATAN PIDIE
Authors: Rahmi Lisa , Mulidar
Published: December 2024

The productive age group is very vulnerable to contracting HIV-AIDS, because as teenagers they experience high sexual urges and are always looking for information about sex, and the knowledge and information related to reproductive health that they obtain is very lacking. The aim of this research is to find out the effectiveness of counseling about HIV/AIDS prevention among teenagers in Gampong Keutapang Sanggeue, Pidie District in 2024. The population in this study is all teenagers, totaling 15 people. Sampling was carried out using a total sampling technique of 15 people. The results of the research showed that knowledge of HIV/AIDS prevention among teenagers before being given counseling was in the sufficient knowledge category, 11 respondents (73.3%). The majority of teenagers' knowledge of HIV/AIDS prevention after being given counseling was in the good knowledge category with 9 respondents (60.0%). There is an effectiveness of counseling about HIV/AIDS prevention among teenagers in Gampong Keutapang Sanggeue, Pidie District, with a significance value of ρ= 0.000 (ρ<0.05).  It is hoped that the results of this research can increase knowledge about the impact, risks of HIV/AIDS transmission, how to prevent HIV/AIDS transmission, free sex and drugs and promiscuity among teenagers.
Thoughts on the Use the (Hebrew) Bible in the Assessment of Current Ethical Issues – Part III: The Example of "Diversity"
Authors: Zehnder Markus
Published: December 2024

This article attempts to apply the most salient principles developed in Part II concerning the question as to how to use the (Hebrew) Bible to assess current ethical issues to the example of diversity. It becomes clear that modern concepts of diversity and biblical concepts of diversity are not fully identical. While diversity in the biblical sense is an important value in the Bible, the same cannot be said of modern notions of diversity. On the other hand, there is no reason why all aspects of these modern notions should be completely rejected.
Różnice w ocenie zdolności kredytowej konsumenta w państwach członkowskich UE jako ograniczenie jednolitego rynku kredytów – analiza w kontekście zasady minimalizacji danych z art. 5 RODO
Authors:   Wydział Prawa, Administracji i Ekonomii, Uniwersytet Wrocławski, Gałązka Piotr
Published: December 2024

Podstawowa zasada dotycząca prowadzenia działalności polegającej na oferowaniu kredytów konsumenckich stanowi, że każda instytucja kredytowa udzielająca kredytu bądź pożyczki – w tym bank – ma obowiązek przeprowadzić ocenę zdolności kredytowej klienta, który o udzielenie takowego kredytu wnioskuje. W doktrynie prawa bankowego uznaje się, że obowiązek ten jest dla banku obowiązkiem o charakterze publicznoprawnym i wynika z charakteru banku jako instytucji zaufania publicznego, który ocenia zdolność kredytową również w interesie deponentów, których środki zostały bankowi powierzone. Przedmiotem artykułu będzie przedstawienie sytuacji i stanu prawnego w poszczególnych państwach członkowskich Unii Europejskiej w odniesieniu do szczegółowych uregulowań dotyczących przeprowadzania oceny zdolności kredytowej w przypadku kredytu konsumenckiego. Zasadniczo państwa członkowskie UE podzielić można w tym zakresie na trzy kategorie: pierwsza to państwa, gdzie sposób i zakres oceny zdolności pozostawione są do decyzji samej instytucji kredytodawcy; druga to państwa, gdzie wskazówki co do przeprowadzenia zdolności znajdują się w rekomendacjach nadzorcy rynku bankowego, natomiast trzecia – najściślej uregulowana – posiada przepisy prawa dokładnie określające, w jaki sposób należy ocenę zdolności kredytowej przeprowadzić. Zagadnienie to i różnice w regulacjach na poziomie krajowym mają trzy istotne odniesienia. Pierwsza to obowiązek realizacji założenia odpowiedzialnego (responsible lending), druga to ryzyko tworzenia bariery dla urzeczywistnianie jednolitego rynku kredytów w UE, a trzecia to zasada minimalizacji zakresu przetwarzanych danych osobowych na podstawie przepisów RODO. Niniejszy artykuł poświęcony będzie temu trzeciemu aspektowi dotyczącemu styku prawa ochrony konsumenta usług finansowych i ochrony danych osobowych.
Bronchiectasis in children in a high HIV and tuberculosis prevalence setting
Authors: Juggernath P , Mopeli K , Masekela R , Dangor Z , Goga A , Gray D M , Verwey C
Published: December 2024

Background. Bronchiectasis, a chronic suppurative lung condition, is a largely neglected disease, especially in low- to middle-income countries (LMICs), from which there is a paucity of data. Post-infectious causes are more common in LMICs, while in high-income countries, inborn errors of immunity (IEIs), recurrent aspiration, primary ciliary dyskinesia (PCD) and cystic fibrosis are more common. Children living with HIV (CLWH), especially those who are untreated, are at increased risk of bronchiectasis. Data on risk factors, diagnosis and follow-up of children with bronchiectasis are required to inform clinical practice and policy.
Objectives. To describe the demographics, medical history, aetiology, clinical characteristics and results of special investigations in children with bronchiectasis.
Methods. We undertook a retrospective descriptive study of children aged <16 years with chest computed tomography (CT) scan-confirmed bronchiectasis in Johannesburg, South Africa, over a 10-year period. Demographics, medical history, aetiology, clinical characteristics and results of special investigations were described and compared according to HIV status.
Results. A total of 91 participants (51% male, 98% black African) with a median (interquartile range) age of 7 (3 - 12) years were included in the study. Compared with HIV-uninfected children, CLWH were older at presentation (median 10 (6 - 13) years v. 4 (3 - 9) years; p<0.01), and more likely to be stunted (p<0.01), to have clubbing (p<0.01) and hepatosplenomegaly (p=0.03), and to have multilobar involvement on the chest CT scan (p<0.01). All children had a cause identified, and the majority (86%) of these were presumed to be post-infectious, based on a previous history of a severe lower respiratory tract infection. This group included all 38 CLWH. Only a small proportion of the participants had IEIs, secondary immune deficiencies or PCD.
Conclusion. A post-infectious cause for bronchiectasis was the most common aetiology described in children from an LMIC in Africa, especially CLWH. With improved access to diagnostic techniques, the aetiology of bronchiectasis in LMICs is likely to change.
Decarbonisation of Transport Through Electrification and Synthetic Fuels
Authors:   , Valdmanis Gunārs
Published: December 2024

The Doctoral Thesis aims to explore possible solutions for the decarbonisation of light and heavy transport (including ships and aviation) based on electricity produced from renewable energy sources (including its use in the production of synthetic fuels), assessing their technical and economic potential. The results of the Doctoral Thesis lead to the conclusion that by 2050 it is possible to decarbonize the heavy transport sector by using surplus renewable electricity to produce and store synthetic fuels. On the other hand, in the light transport sector, according to the conclusions of the work, the most promising is the move towards electric transport.
Determining Asphalt Binder Aging by Using Limiting Phase Angle Temperature
Authors: Lill Kristjan , Kontson Karli , Aavik Andrus
Published: December 2024

This paper discusses the applicability of using limiting phase angle temperatures, measured in the Dynamic Shear Rheometer, to assess the aging of asphalt binders. In terms of pavement management, it is of high value for road owners to know the aging condition of the binder present in a pavement. For this purpose, 37 binder samples were collected, including tank samples and others extracted from loose mixture or core samples. Based on these samples, the findings indicate that the T(30°) parameter can successfully be used to measure the aging of asphalt binders. A key discovery was that the T(30°) parameter was able to detect a substantial change in asphalt binder quality which was missed by the current European asphalt binder specification. Newer binders are found to be more elastic than binders used around five years ago. This indicates that the binder in older pavements is of high value and the recycled asphalt pavement obtained from these pavements could even enhance the performance of new mixtures. Additionally, the effect of different aggregate types to the aging of asphalt binders was studied, but no definitive conclusions could be drawn. Furthermore, it was found that, in most cases, the Rolling Thin Film Oven Test resulted in more severe aging of asphalt binder compared to aging in the asphalt mixing plant. A correlation between the T(30°) parameter and defects on the pavement was investigated, but correlation was found to be negligible.
Analyzing Activities of Mobile App Users Who are Preparing for Driving Tests as Sources of Knowledge about Consumer Behavior
Authors: Zapiór Anna
Published: December 2024

This article presents the partial results from ongoing research that uses mobile applications that help individuals prepare for their driving license exams. The aim of the presented research is to analyze the activity of the users of these  applications (including their daily activities, any tasks that are performed, and the lengths of times that are spent on sample exams and tests). The theoretical implication of the article is to draw attention to the time of the highest consumer activity, while the practical implication is to emphasize the importance of using ICT (particularly, mobile applications) in knowledge and information management, marketing decision-making, and education.
Synthetic data analysis for early detection of Alzheimer progression through machine learning algorithms
Authors: Sánchez Reyna Ana Gabriela , Mendoza-Gonzalez Ricardo , Luna-García Huizilopoztli , Celaya Padilla José María , Morgan Benita Jorge Alejandro , Espino-Salinas Carlos H. , Galván-Tejada Jorge I. , Rondon David , Villalba-Condori Klinge
Published: December 2024

Alzheimer’s disease (AD) is a serious neurodegenerative disorder that causes incurable and irreversible neuronal loss and synaptic dysfunction. The progress of this disease is gradual and depending on the stage of its detection, only its progression can be treated, reducing the most aggressive symptoms and the speed of its neurodegenerative progress. This article proposes an early detection model for the diagnosis of AD by performing analyses in Alzheimer’s progression patient datasets, provided by the Alzheimer’s Disease Neuroimaging Initiative (ADNI), including only neuropsychological assessments and making use of feature selection techniques and machine learning models. The focus of this research is to build an ensemble machine learning model capable of early detection of a patient with Alzheimer’s or a cognitive state that leads to it, based on their results in neuropsychological assessments identified as highly relevant for the detection of Alzheimer’s. The proposed approach for the detection of AD is presented with the inclusion of the feature selection technique recursive feature elimination (RFE) and the Akaike Information Criterion (AIC), the ensemble model consists of logistic regression (LR), artificial neural networks (ANN), support vector machines (SVM), K-nearest neighbors (KNN) and nearest centroid (Nearcent). The datasets downloaded from ADNI were divided into 13 subsets including: cognitively normal (CN) vs subjective memory concern (SMC), CN vs early mild cognitive impairment (EMCI), CN vs late mild cognitive impairment (LMCI), CN vs AD, SMC vs EMCI, SMC vs LMCI, SMC vs AD, EMCI vs LMCI, EMCI vs AD, LMCI vs AD, MCI vs AD, CN vs AD and CN vs MCI. From all the feature results, a custom model was created using RFE, AIC and testing each model. This work presents a customized model for a backend platform to perform one-versus-all analysis and provide a basis for early diagnosis of Alzheimer’s at its current stage.
ISCCO: a deep learning feature extraction-based strategy framework for dynamic minimization of supply chain transportation cost losses
Authors: Li Yangyan , Chen Tingting
Published: December 2024

With the rapid expansion of global e-commerce, effectively managing supply chains and optimizing transportation costs has become a key challenge for businesses. This research proposed a new framework named Intelligent Supply Chain Cost Optimization (ISCCO). ISCCO integrates deep learning with advanced optimization algorithms. It focuses on minimizing transportation costs by accurately predicting customer behavior and dynamically allocating goods. ISCCO significantly enhanced supply chain efficiency by implementing an innovative customer segmentation system. This system combines autoencoders with random forests to categorize customers based on their sensitivity to discounts and likelihood of cancellations. Additionally, ISCCO optimized goods allocation using a genetic algorithm enhanced integer linear programming model. By integrating real-time demand data, ISCCO dynamically adjusts the allocation of resources to minimize transportation inefficiencies. Experimental results show that this framework increased the accuracy of user classification from 50% to 95.73%, and reduced the model loss value from 0.75 to 0.2. Furthermore, the framework significantly reduced order cancellation rates in practical applications by adjusting pre-shipment policies, thereby optimizing profits and customer satisfaction. Specifically, when the pre-shipment ratio was 25%, the optimized profit was approximately 7.5% higher than the actual profit, and the order cancellation rate was reduced from a baseline of 50.79% to 41.39%. These data confirm that the ISCCO framework enhances logistics distribution efficiency. It also improves transparency and responsiveness across the supply chain through precise data-driven decisions. This achieves maximum cost-effectiveness.
Phylogeography of the Mesa Silverside fish Chirostoma jordani (Woolman, 1894) throughout the Mexican Plateau
Authors: Betancourt-Resendes Isai , Pérez-Rodríguez Rodolfo , Piller Kyle R. , Domínguez-Domínguez Omar
Published: December 2024

Background

Understanding the processes that influence distribution of organisms is a major goal in evolutionary biology. Speciation in freshwater fishes is mainly associated with the “island-like” model of evolution, in which the formation of land barriers between different hydrographic basins interrupts gene flow and promotes isolation. Freshwater fish therefore provide an excellent model system for macro- and micro-evolutionary studies. The Mesa Silverside, Chirostoma jordani, is one of the most widespread freshwater fish species in the Mexican Plateau, a geologically complex physiographic region with a long history of genesis, destruction and compartmentalization of hydrographic basins that has promoted the dispersal and isolation of freshwater fishes.

Methods

We used mitochondrial (Cytb and D-loop) and nuclear (first intron of the ribosomal protein S7) data and used phylogeographic and coalescent based methods to elucidate the evolutionary history of C. jordani throughout its distributional range on the Mexican Plateau.

Results

The results obtained in the present study revealed that C. jordani consists of two main genetic groups with geographical correspondence. Clade I occur exclusively in north-western basin and shows population structure. Clade II is widely distributed across the west, central and eastern basins without population structure. The split between these two main clades was estimated at 1.4 Mya. This cladogenetic event may be associated with the allopatric process promoted by the fragmentation and compartmentalization of hydrographic basins induced by the geological and climatic history of the Mexican Plateau.
Variation in behaviour of native prey mediates the impact of an invasive species on plankton communities
Authors: Hasnain Sarah S. , Arnott Shelley E.
Published: December 2024

Trait variation in predator populations can influence the outcome of predator-prey dynamics, with consequences for trophic dynamics and ecosystem functioning. However, the influence of prey trait variation on the impacts of predators is not well understood, especially for introduced predators where variation in prey can shape invasion outcomes. In this study, we investigated if intra-specific differences in vertical position of Daphnia influenced the impacts of the invasive zooplankton predator, Bythotrephes cederströmii, on plankton communities. Our results show that vertical position of Daphnia influenced Bythotrephes predation on smaller cladoceran species and impacts on primary production. Larger reductions in small cladoceran density and greater algal biomass were observed in mesocosms with less spatial overlap between Daphnia and Bythotrephes. These results suggest that differences in vertical position of Daphnia can alter the type and magnitude of Bythotrephes impacts in invaded systems.
The Effects of Nitrogen and Boron on the Yield and Biochemical Traits of Sugar Beets (Beta vulgaris L.)
Authors: Azaryar Hojjat , Jalili Farzad , Khlili Mahalleh Javad , Nasrollahzadeh Asl Ali , Roshdi Mohsen
Published: December 2024

An experiment was performed to reveal how nitrogen and boron fertilizers affect the yield and quality of sugar beets. A split-plot design with random blocks was used, and the experiment was repeated three times in two areas of northwest Iran (Khoy and Naqadeh) from 2019-2020. Nitrogen fertilizer was used in the main plot at four levels: N₁ (300 kg ha-1 of urea with 50% consumption at planting and 50% at the 6-8 leaf stage), N₂ (300 kg ha-1 of urea with 50% consumption at planting and 50% at the 8-12 leaf stage), N₃ (1.5 times that of N1), N₄ (1.5 times that of N2), and boron fertilizer was used as a subagent at four levels: B₁ (no boron, used as a control), B₂ (boron used as boric acid at the rate of 20 kg ha -1), B₃ (foliar spray with Boroplus, a liquid fertilizer with 10% boron, used at the 6-8 leaf and 8-12 leaf stages), and B₄ (foliar spray with Boroplus at the 12-8 and 16-20 leaf stages). The results revealed that as more nitrogen and boron were applied, the leaf dry weight, root yield, sugar content, and pure sugar yield increased. However, the percentage of sugar in the roots decreased as more nitrogen was added. Therefore, the maximum root yield was reached in the N4 treatment, and the maximum percentage of sugar (21.4%) was reached in the B₄ treatment, which represented the minimum level of nitrogen. The maximum pure sugar yield (1228.8 g m-²) was reached in the N₁B₄ treatments. Therefore, nitrogen and boron should be applied following the N₁B₄ treatment for sugar beet planting.
Aspectos Socioambientais da Ocupação das Margens De Um Trecho do Rio Maranguapinho, em Caucaia-CE
Authors: BANDEIRA ANA PATRÍCIA NUNES , NUNES PAULA HEMÍLIA DE SOUZA NUNES , FARIAS BEATRIZ MARIA NUNES DE , RODRIGUES YTHALLANYA MARIA BEZERRA
Published: December 2024

Resumo: A urbanização é um processo contínuo, motivada pela busca de emprego e renda, que atraem as variadas classes sociais. Neste processo, a especulação imobiliária aumenta, assim como as ocupações em áreas inadequadas, como margens de rios e encostas, gerando diversos problemas socioambientais. Nesse contexto, este trabalho tem por objetivo apresentar uma abordagem qualitativa sobre os problemas socioambientais decorrentes da ocupação das margens do rio Maranguapinho, em Caucaia-CE. Para o alcance do objetivo, foram realizadas duas principais atividades: visita técnica no local e entrevistas com moradores. Por meio dessas atividades, verificou-se que a área apresenta diversos problemas socioambientais. O lixo é lançado no rio e em suas margens, as habitações foram construídas com materiais precários e a população não é atendida pelos serviços básicos de saneamento, e permanecem ali por não ter uma alternativa de onde morar. Os resultados obtidos permitiram concluir que a área necessita, urgente, de intervenção do poder público, envolvendo atividades de educação ambiental, relocação das famílias para outro local seguro e execução de obras de engenharia para requalificação das áreas, visando atender os objetivos do desenvolvimento sustentável.
Analysis of Farmer Participation and Feedback on Vermicompost Training Programs at KVK Buxa, Jaunpur, India
Authors: Sonkar Surendra Pratap , Yadav Pradeep Kumar , Kannaujiya Suresh Kumar , Kumar Rajiv , Pandey Ratnakar , Singh Rupesh , Verma Hariom
Published: December 2024

The study titled "Analysis of Farmer Participation and Feedback on Vermicompost Training Programs at KVK Buxa, Jaunpur" evaluates the outcomes of these programs in equipping farmers with the knowledge and skills required for effective vermicomposting. A structured questionnaire was administered to 125 participants, focusing on their socio-economic backgrounds, awareness levels, and perceptions of the program's impact. The research highlights the role of these training initiatives in promoting sustainable agricultural practices by enhancing participants' technical understanding and practical application of vermicomposting techniques. The study revealed that the majority of participants were middle-aged (35-50 years), predominantly from the Other Backward Classes (OBC) category and most had completed intermediate education. A significant portion of the participants was engaged in Agriculture, with marginal and small landholders being the largest groups. The study found that the key reasons for participating in the training included the desire for increased income opportunities (52.5%), followed by the adoption of organic farming practices (20%) and knowledge and skill development (15.3%). Suggestions for improving future training programmes included more practical sessions (28%), better government support and incentives (32%) and increased awareness campaigns on organic farming (24%). The study concludes that vermicomposting training programmes can significantly contribute to sustainable farming practices by enhancing farmers' skills, knowledge and income, with practical improvements needed in training delivery and support mechanisms.
The Future of Solar Energy in Developing Countries
Authors: Wisseh Matthew Sieh , Limin Ma
Published: December 2024

Around the world, there is a lot of interest in using renewable energy as a future energy source. As one type of renewable energy source, solar energy—including concentrating solar power (CSP) and solar photovoltaic (PV) power—contributes only 3.6% of the world's electricity production. As the second most installed renewable energy resource after hydropower energy, it has solidified its position among other renewable energy technologies, accounting for over 31% of the installed renewable energy capacity in 2022. The solar power status of various nations and territories has been compared, taking into account each continent's installed PV capabilities and concentrated solar power. The literature review shows that there are still major gaps in the field of solar energy, even though the installed capacity of solar energy worldwide increased by almost 22% between 2021 and 2022. By building more solar farms, the solar PV industry can grow to become the second most important generating source in the next three decades, enabling nations to produce about 25% of the world's total electricity demands by 2050.
The solution and the force behind all of the energy we currently have and will utilize for some time to come is solar energy and its derivatives. Yet, it will take a while before it can replace existing programs, and then probably in ways we haven't yet recognized or accepted. All of the energy we consume today originates from the sun, regardless of whether it is classified as renewable or non-renewable. Current solar and thermal cells, wind, and other renewable energy sources all depend on the sun's direct rays. Increasing the direct use of solar energy through these renewables is necessary if we are to offset the non-renewable substantially. One potential obstacle or challenge to the widespread adoption of PV systems, solar thermal systems, and energy storage options is their initial cost or finances. The initial outlay needed for equipment and installation may result from financial difficulties, particularly in areas with few economic resources and infrastructure challenges.